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Unit 1 Festivals and Celebrations 语篇阅读（阅读 完形 语法 短文 ）英语人教版2019必修第三册 原卷
一、阅读理解
The Japanese Tea Ceremony, known as “Chanoyu” or “Sado” in Japanese, is a traditional cultural practice that deeply originates from Japanese history. Its origins can be traced back to the 9th century when tea was first introduced to Japan from China. At that time, tea was mainly used for medicinal purposes and was only accessible to the high-ranking individuals and religious figures.
In the 15th century, the tea ceremony began to take on its unique form and philosophy. Sen no Rikyu, a famous tea master, played an important role in shaping the modern tea ceremony. He stressed the rules of “wa: harmony, kei: respect, sei: purity, jaku: tranquility” in the tea ceremony. These principles guide every aspect of the ceremony, from the way the tea room is decorated to the gestures and words of the participants.
A typical Japanese tea ceremony takes place in a specially designed tea room, or “chashitsu.” The room is usually simple and elegant, with a tokonoma (alcove) displaying a seasonal flower arrangement or a scroll painting. The host carefully prepares the matcha (powdered green tea) using a bamboo whisk, a bowl, and hot water. Guests are served the tea in a specific order, and they follow a set of manners when receiving and drinking the tea.
The tea ceremony is not just about drinking tea; it is a form of art that combines elements of aesthetics (美学) , the way to treat guests, and spirituality. It provides a moment of peace and reflection in the middle of a busy life. Through the ceremony, participants can experience a sense of connection with nature, history, and each other.
Even in modern Japan, the tea ceremony remains a significant part of cultural heritage. Many people, both Japanese and foreigners, study and practice the tea ceremony to learn about Japanese traditions and values. While some aspects of the ceremony may have adapted to modern times, its core essence (本质) and significance have been preserved.
1．According to the passage, what was the original use of tea in Japan
A．For daily drinking. B．For healthcare usage.
C．For ceremonial purposes. D．For commercial exchange.
2．What do the rules stressed by Sen no Rikyu in the tea ceremony include
A．Wealth, power, and status.
B．Beauty, art, and creativity.
C．Friendship, love, and kindness.
D．Harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.
3．What can we learn about modern Japanese tea ceremony
A．It is still rooted in Japanese cultural heritage.
B．It is now mainly practiced by Japanese people.
C．It has greatly changed from its traditional form.
D．It has lost its cultural significance in modern times.
4．Which of the following is the best title for this passage
A．The Aesthetics of Japanese Tea Rooms
B．The Popularity of Matcha in Modern Japan
C．The Role of Sen no Rikyu in Japanese Culture
D．The History and Tradition of Japanese Tea Ceremony
With all the houses painted in bright colors making each street look like a rainbow, the Venetian Island town of Burano in Italy must be the most colourful in the world.
Burano’s traditional industry is fishing, which used to be its biggest business. As a result, there used to be lots of fishing boats sailing in and out of its harbour (港口) on fishing expeditions (远征). It is said that the population began painting their homes in bright colors so that the fishermen could see them even in thick fog after a sail at sea. Since then, the Italian town has kept up the tradition and continues to paint its houses in a huge variety of different colors.
Lumi Toma, a professional photographer, was amazed by the multi coloured island as soon as she set foot on its shore. The 36-year-old said, “With the very first steps on the island I immediately felt a burst of positive energy and a feeling of happiness grew in my heart. It ranks very highly in the world’s most colourful towns.”
According to the photographer, from Aosta in Northern Italy, the town’s unique look is actually the result of a strictly controlled colour plan. She said, “The houses follow a special colour pattern (式样), based on a specific system that has been in place since the village was founded.”
The incredible town is very proud of its brightly coloured heritage. Ms. Tom said, “The people of Burano love their island and want to hold onto their culture, although life on the island is not easy. I imagine that living on a small island next to a famous place like Venice is both rewarding and difficult.”
5．Why did Burano’s locals begin to paint their homes in bright colors
A．To attract more tourists. B．To make their houses beautiful.
C．To make their culture unique. D．To help fishermen see their homes clearly.
6．How did Lumi Toma feel when she first stepped on the island
A．Happy. B．Relaxed. C．Proud. D．Curious.
7．What can we learn from the last two paragraphs
A．The people of Burano live an easy life.
B．Burano’s locals love their island and culture.
C．Ms. Toma hopes to live on the island of Burano.
D．Burano’s people can paint their houses as they wish.
8．What is the passage mainly about
A．Burano, an attractive tourist town.
B．Burano, the world’s most colourful place.
C．The culture and traditions of Burano.
D．The travel experiences in Burano.
A New Season
Marking autumn’s arrival is a chance to reconnect with the rhythms (节奏) of the Earth and focus on change and growth. Here are some ways to celebrate the season.
Pick what you plant. Perhaps you’d like to grow food in your vegetable garden or window box that’s ready to be picked at a later time! 9 But be sure to get advice on what’s safe to eat!
Prepare seasonal produce. Look for local ingredients (食材) and use these to create some tasty dishes. In the past, the autumn months were spent saving ingredients for the coming cooler months. 10
11 In many areas of the country, autumn proves to be a good time of year to take a walk and enjoy the changing colours of the trees. Some places like Mount Macedon in Victoria, Mount Wilson in the Blue Mountains area, and the New South Wales Southern Highlands, are famous for their unique trees.
Clear up. During the cooler months, you’re likely to spend more time indoors. 12 Have a clear-out, tidy your bedroom, and ask your parents if you can give away any unwanted things to the poor.
Give thanks. Take a moment to appreciate all that the Earth provides. 13 Even a quick clean-up of litter or starting a small, environmentally friendly habit can make a difference. As well as expressing gratitude for the season, consider what else you feel glad to have in your life. Give thanks for your friendships, experiences, and other things you value. Celebrate what you’ve learned, completed, or gained over summer. What ideas would you like to develop further
A．Explore nature.
B．Climb mountains.
C．Is there anything you could do to give back
D．You might like to learn how to make seasonal food.
E．Are there any areas you’ve been spending too much time on
F．Creating a clean, orderly space can have a big effect on how you feel.
G．Also, keep an eye out at this time of year, as fruit can be picked from trees and eaten.
From lively beer festivals to huge public cook-offs. Europe knows how to celebrate its food and drink. Here are our top picks.
Weimar Onion Market, GermanyHeld on the second weekend d of October, the Onion Market is this medieval city’s oldest and largest folk fair, dating back to 1653 and attracting some 300,000 visitors every year. Take a look at over 500 stands decorated with onions and dried flowers. There’s also a competition to elect the year’s “queen of the Onion Market”. Beuvron-en-Auge Cider Festival, FranceFor over 50 years, the pretty village has marked the end of the apple harvest in mid-October with a one-day festival. Celebrations take place at the historic market square and include apple-pressing competitions and tasting apple drinks. Go further to discover the interactive museum on the history of the apple-based brandy.
Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival, GermanyThe world’s largest pumpkin festival celebrates 25 years in 2024. It takes place from late August t to early November. There are stands displaying (展示) some 450,000 pumpkins of 600 varieties. Carving competitions are held, plus a pumpkin-smashing show bringing the festival to an end. Helsinki Baltic Herring Market, FinlandThis Market is one of the country’s most popular events. Held in Helsinki since 1743, it attracts some, 80,000 visitors over six days in early October. Festivities begin with a competition for the market’s best products, which you can then buy directly from sellers at stands in the Market Square.
14．Which celebration has the longest history
A．Weimar Onian Market. B．Beuvron-en-Auge Cider Festival.
C．Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival. D．Helsinki Baltic Herring Market.
15．What can visitors enjoy at Beuvron-en-Auge Cider Festival
A．Onions and dry flowers. B．Pumpkin displays.
C．A tour of an interactive museum. D．A competition for the best products.
16．Where is the text probably taken from
A．A diary. B．A travel guidebook.
C．A science magazine. D．A product advertisement.
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MY AMAZING NAADAM EXPERIENCE
I experienced the Naadam Festival in China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region for the first time this year. The festival falls on the fourth day of the sixth month of the lunar calendar, usually lasting for three days. Naadam means “games” in Mongolian, and it is represented by three events: horse racing, wrestling, and archery, which are all so exciting to watch!
On the first day, I set off to the games early with my friend Burin. I saw a lot of people wearing fancy Mongolian robes. Some were feeding their horses, some were practising archery, and others were chatting or taking photographs. Burin told me that Mongolians travel every year from near and far to attend the festival, just as their ancestors had done for centuries.
After the opening ceremony and some amazing performances, the wrestling competition began. Mongolian wrestling is different from the wrestling in the Olympic Games. There are no rounds, and wrestlers are not separated by weight. The wrestler loses if any part of his body above his knee touches the ground. After singing some songs, the competitors danced onto the green field, waving their arms in the air as if they were eagles. I was quite moved by their show of strength and grace.
l absolutely enjoyed the archery, too, but the horse races were my favourite part. However, I was surprised to see that the riders were boys and girls! I heard it is because children are lighter and the horses can run faster and farther. At first, I was a little worried about the children’s safety, but Burin said, “Don’t worry. They’ve been riding horses all their lives. They’ll be just fine.” That was the moment I started to understand why people say “Horses are at the heart of Mongolian culture”. ...
I’m finally back home now, feeling really tired, but celebrating Naadam with my friend was totally worth it. He invited me back for the winter to stay in a traditional Mongolian tent and eat hot pot. I can’t wait!
17．Scan the text and find out the main idea of the text.
The passage is mainly about .
18．The Naadam Festival is represented by the following events EXCEPT ________.
A．Horse racing. B．Wrestling. C．Archery. D．Shooting.
19．Why did the writer feel surprised while he watched the horse races
A．Because the horses were stronger than expected.
B．Because the riders were boys and girls.
C．Because the races were too dangerous.
D．Because the horses ran too fast.
20．What can we learn from the text
A．The festival falls on the fourteenth day of the six month of the lunar calendar.
B．Mongolian wrestling is the same as the wrestling in the Olympic Games.
C．The writer was worried about the wrestlers’ safety.
D．Mongolians travel every year from near and far to attend the festival.
21．What is the writer’s attitude towards the Naadam experience
A．Boring. B．Negative. C．Rewarding. D．Indifferent.
22．Fill in the blanks according to the text.
I experienced the Naadam Festival for the first time this year. On the first day, Burin and I set to celebrate the Naadam Festival, which (represent) by three events: horse racing, wrestling and archery. I saw a lot of people (wear) fancy Mongolian robes. After the opening ceremony and some amazing (perform), the wrestling (compete) began. The competitors danced onto the green field, waving their arms in the air as if they (be) eagles. I (absolute) enjoyed the archery, too, but the horse races were my favourite part. At first, I was a little worried the children’s safety. I’m finally back home now, feeling really tired, but (celebrate) Naadam with my friend was totally worth .
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WHY DO WE CELEBRATE FESTIVALS
Festivals are celebrated all around the world. They have a wide range of origins, such as the seasons of the year, religions, famous figures, and important events. Every festival has its different customs and unique charms. However, no matter how different they may seem, all over the world, the spirit of sharing joy, gratitude, love, or peace is common in all festivals.
Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. This important agricultural festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered in. People celebrate to show that they are grateful for the year’s supply of food. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during the springtime — the Egyptian harvest season. It featured a parade and a great feast with music, dancing, and sports. Today, in some European countries, people decorate churches and town halls with flowers and fruit, and get together to celebrate over a meal. During the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, families gather to admire the shining moon and enjoy delicious mooncakes.
Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade away and others may be established. One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of lighting firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. Nowadays, many big cities have given up this custom in order to avoid air pollution. Another example is Halloween, which slowly became an exciting festival for children, in spite of its religious origins.
Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with business taking advantage of the celebrations Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones. Although some believe festivals should not be commercialised, others believe the increase in spending is good for the economy and public happiness.
Festivals are an important part of society. They reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are occasions that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. They help us understand where we came from, who we are, and what to appreciate. And if you study festivals carefully, you may be surprised to find that different cultures actually have a lot in common after all.
23．Scan the text and match the general idea of each paragraph.
A．The harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. B．Festivals are celebrated all around the world. C． Festivals are becoming more and more commercial. D．Festivals are an important part of society. E. Customs play a significant role in festivals.
(1) Para.1
(2) Para.2
(3) Para.3
(4) Para.4
(5) Para.5
24．Why do the customs of festivals sometimes change over time
A．Because people need avoid air pollution and protect the environment.
B．Because people have forgotten the origins of some festivals.
C．Because of the change of thought and the progress of society.
D．Because of the commercialization of the festivals.
25．Which festival can be found in almost every culture
A．The festival about religions. B．The festival about famous figures.
C．The festival about important events. D．The festival about the harvest season.
26．Why is lighting firecrackers stopped in Chinese Spring Festival
A．To drive away the evil spirits.
B．To stop air pollution from happening.
C．To become an exciting festival for children.
D．To save money and spend more on gifts.
27．What can we learn from this passage
A．At present the Chinese light firecrackers to drive away the evil.
B．Halloween is an exciting festival for adults.
C．Different cultures actually have little in common.
D．Festivals are becoming more commercial with people spending more money on gifts.
28．Fill in the blanks according to the text.
People celebrate festivals all over the world. Today’s festivals have wide range of origins, including the seasons of the year, famous (figure), important events and religions. The harvest festival is one of the (popular) festivals and (celebrate) to show they are grateful the supply of food. Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the (develop) of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade and others may be established. Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with businesses (take) advantage of the celebrations. Festivals reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. And if you study festivals (careful), you may be surprised (find) that different cultures actually have a lot in common after all.
WHY DO WE CELEBRATE FESTIVALS
Festivals are celebrated all around the world. They have a wide range of origins, such as the seasons of the year, religions, famous figures, and important events. Every festival has its different customs and unique charms. However, no matter how different they may seem, all over the world, the spirit of sharing joy, gratitude, love, or peace is common in all festivals.
Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. This important agricultural festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered in. People celebrate to show that they are grateful for the year’s supply of food. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during the springtime— the Egyptian harvest season. It featured a parade and a great feast with music, dancing, and sports. Today, in some European countries, people decorate churches and town halls with flowers and fruit, and get together to celebrate over a meal. During the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, families gather to admire the shining moon and enjoy delicious mooncakes.
Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade away and others may be established. One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of lighting firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. Nowadays, many big cities have given up this custom in order to avoid air pollution. Another example is Halloween, which slowly became an exciting festival for children, in spite of its religious origins.
Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with businesses taking advantage of the celebrations. Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones. Although some believe festivals should not be commercialised, others believe the increase in spending is good for the economy and public happiness.
Festivals are an important part of society. They reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are occasions that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. They help us understand where we came from, who we are, and what to appreciate. And if you study festivals carefully, you may be surprised to find that different cultures actually have a lot in common after all.
29．语篇结构
(1) (2) (3) (4)
30．Which of the following is the common spirit of all festivals
A．Enjoying a peaceful life. B．Showing respect.
C．Honouring ancestors. D．Sharing happiness.
31．When did the harvest festival take place in ancient Egypt
A．In spring. B．In summer. C．In autumn. D．In winter.
32．What change can we experience during the Spring Festival
A．No one believes there exist evil spirits.
B．Many celebrations are held abroad.
C．People pay more attention to their environment.
D．People have ignored the traditional customs.
The Double Ninth Festival falls on the ninth day of the ninth month of the Chinese lunar calendar and people usually celebrate it by going mountain climbing. 33 . However, they are an important part of Chinese culture and we must protect and maintain them.
Traditional festivals teach us a lot about our nation’s history. The Dragon Boat Festival, for example, is celebrated in honor of Qu Yuan, a great poet living in the Warring States period of ancient China. People have celebrated it with zongzi and dragon boat races for centuries. 34 . Promoting traditional festivals helps spread knowledge about national history.
35 . Many festivals, such as the Mid-Autumn Festival, have a caring, family-centered message at their heart. The full moon on the festival is considered to stand for family togetherness and family members will come back home even if they live very far away. With the celebrations of these festivals, younger generations learn to honor fine Chinese values.
Finally, traditional festivals are a source of national pride and help shape our sense of national identity. For example, we celebrate the Qingming Festival and the Laba Festival with unique customs, and these shared experiences bring us together as a people. 36 .
Traditional festivals have been passed down to us from previous generations. 37 .
A．Some will get together, appreciating the full moon.
B．It is our responsibility to protect them for the coming generations.
C．Memorizing national history helps with our all-around development.
D．Traditional festivals also enable us to learn more about fine Chinese values.
E．Traditional festivals tell us who we are and fill us with pride in being Chinese.
F．As a result, the story of Qu Yuan is passed down from generation to generation.
G．Unfortunately, many traditional festivals are becoming less and less popular in modern society.
Chinese New Year has been welcomed in Britain with its biggest ever program of event sand celebrations.
From London’s Trafalgar Square to major cities across Britain, tens of thousands of British people have joined Chinese communities to celebrate the arrival of the New Year. In Manchester there was a Dragon Parade (舞龙表演), led by a very impressive 54-meter long dragon, ending in Chinatown where there was traditional Chinese entertainment, more than 6,000 lanterns, street food villages and a fireworks show. Celebrations also took place in Liverpool, Birmingham, Durham, Edinburgh, Leeds and Newcastle.
Academic Dr Wu Kegang said that the Chinese New Year event in Britain “is now bigger than ever and it is growing every year”. When Wu arrived in Britain 26 years ago from Guangdong, the first thing he noticed was that Chinese New Year was celebrated mainly in towns and cities with big Chinese communities. “You would go to London Chinatown and join your countrymen to celebrate, or to Chinatowns in places like Liverpool and Manchester for events almost only held for Chinese people,” Wu recalled.
“Now it is so different, and we are seeing local communities all over the country taking part, alongside their own Chinese populations,” he said. “It is clear to me that the celebrations will continue to grow in Britain. Chinese New Year has earned its place in the calendar of events in Britain, and is here to stay.”
38．What can we know about Chinese New Year celebrations from Paragraph 2
A．A Dragon Parade was held in Trafalgar Square.
B．The 54-meter long dragon started from Chinatown.
C．One thousand British people have joined the celebration.
D．Many cities in Britain held activities to welcome Chinese New Year.
39．How was Chinese New Year celebrated in Britain 26years ago
A．It was celebrated mainly by Chinese communities.
B．It was celebrated by local communities all over the country.
C．It was only celebrated in London, Liverpool and Manchester.
D．It was celebrated by tens of thousands of British people with Chinese people.
40．How will Chinese New Year develop in Britain according to Dr Wu
A．It will lose its attraction.
B．It will become a British official holiday.
C．More and more British people will join in the celebrations.
D．It will become one of the most important events in Britain.
41．What does this passage mainly tell us
A．How Chinese New Year is celebrated in Britain.
B．Where Chinese New Year is celebrated in Britain.
C．Chinese culture is more attractive than British culture.
D．Chinese New Year has become more and more popular in Britain.
二、完形填空
Holi (洒红节) is a cheerful festival that has been celebrated in India for centuries. It marks the 42 of winter and welcomes the beginning of spring, and it also 43 the victory of good over evil. The second day is also called The Festival of Color when people 44 colored powders (粉末) to one another, party and enjoy. I once had a(n) 45 experience in India.
We started in the guesthouse with our hosts, their young son, and other 46 . We had a lot of 47 with putting colors on each other of their cheeks and foreheads. We walked all over town, 48 everyone we met and having color spread onto our faces by 49 everywhere we went, while we did the same in return. I had always thought that you threw colored powder at each other, but the 50 way to do it for Holi is to say “Happy Holi!”.
There were other foreigners around, but it was 51 locals and everyone was so happy and excited. They 52 us with delight and hugged us, and we even saw a number of people crying in joy. This festival really 53 the best in people and made you feel what it is like to be a 54 again.
The thing I love about this festival is that it is free. You can just wander 55 to enjoy the celebrations. There are organized Holi events you can go to in different cities, but I love this local 56 .
42．A．beauty B．cold C．end D．effect
43．A．decides B．explains C．represents D．updates
44．A．apply B．give C．introduce D．donate
45．A．amazing B．horrible C．strange D．unforgettable
46．A．students B．colleagues C．guides D．guests
47．A．fun B．failure C．advice D．success
48．A．inviting B．greeting C．thanking D．encouraging
49．A．runners B．locals C．organizers D．tourists
50．A．proper B．effective C．positive D．flexible
51．A．actually B．mostly C．extremely D．really
52．A．called B．warned C．approached D．respected
53．A．brought out B．took up C．set off D．got through
54．A．kid B．figure C．winner D．villager
55．A．proudly B．confidently C．continuously D．aimlessly
56．A．environment B．occasion C．experience D．attraction
My sons, aged 12 and 14, are lucky enough to have been skiing in the French Alps most years since they were young. And if you asked them, or my husband and I, for that 57 , we’d all say these winter trips have been our most 58 times as a family.
It didn’t start 59 , however. When we first put the eldest on skis, on a 60 slope (坡道) in Chamonix when he was three or four, I had to 61 him with pieces of chocolate between each run as his skis “felt funny” on his feet. We 62 it a few years, and tried again when his younger brother was old enough to join in, choosing resorts (胜地) with great 63 for family skiing. Under the guidance of super-friendly ski instructors and thanks to the dog-themed forest fun parks, they both completely 64 the mountains, and we’ve been 65 magical Alpine moments together ever since.
As they’ve got older and gained more confidence in their skiing and 66 in their legs, we’ve loved introducing them to the 67 ski resorts and steeper terrain (地形) at Les Arcs, where they also took great 68 in beating us both on the ski-cross course.
But these winter trips to the French Alps are about far more than just the skiing. They’re about 69 together on chairlifts in the sunshine, gazing the breathtaking scenery of the mountains, and the 70 of diving into snow-covered mountain huts for hot chocolates during blizzards.
It’s fair to say we’ve never once been 71 by a ski holiday in the French Alps. So, for now, the only question is: “Which resort are we going to ”
57．A．matter B．growth C．sight D．address
58．A．respectful B．memorable C．considerate D．indifferent
59．A．unexpectedly B．accidentally C．eventually D．perfectly
60．A．senior B．nursery C．uneven D．grassy
61．A．educate B．impress C．motivate D．evaluate
62．A．kept B．loved C．left D．owned
63．A．reputations B．discoveries C．experiments D．organizations
64．A．attended on B．flew over C．parted from D．fell for
65．A．recording B．enjoying C．assuming D．imagining
66．A．standards B．researches C．strength D．observation
67．A．extensive B．luxurious C．remote D．isolated
68．A．care B．account C．consideration D．delight
69．A．floating B．arguing C．skating D．laughing
70．A．regret B．contentment C．struggle D．reflection
71．A．disappointed B．embarrassed C．frightened D．overwhelmed
Yesterday was Mother’s Day. Unfortunately, my mother was not among the many happy mothers, as I couldn’t visit her this year. I made a 72 on the phone that I would go to see her as soon as possible.
My mother always says that kids don’t need to 73 a national day to say they love their mums. However, I remember one year I 74 calling her on that very day, and the next morning she rang up to complain about it.
If you 75 Thailand, you could hear the sentimental (伤感的) songs about mothers’ greatest love playing in public places a week before the holiday. Schools, especially, take this day very 76 . Back in my teenage years, I 77 there was once a Mother’s Day singing competition and my friend represented the school. She was so emotional while singing the famous song on Mother’s Day 78 “Kah Nam Nom” that she almost didn’t finish the song.
However, her deep connection to the song helped her to 79 third prize. After the contest, I asked her why she was so emotional 80 the song. She told me that while she was singing, suddenly she had the 81 that one day her mother would no longer be with her and every word in the song became heartbreaking. Every time I hear this song, it’s not my mother who 82 to my mind but a picture of my friend crying with a microphone in her hand. The image 83 vivid today.
Last week, a colleague 84 an experience with me—every year on Mother’s Day, she has to attend a 85 ceremony at her daughter’s school. Every year the teachers invite mothers to the school for a big gathering in which students pay 86 with flower garlands (花环).
72．A．remark B．promise C．practice D．suggestion
73．A．long for B．turn to C．wait for D．refer to
74．A．missed B．tried C．regretted D．avoided
75．A．visit B．like C．leave D．hate
76．A．strangely B．carelessly C．seriously D．kindly
77．A．remember B．think C．doubt D．wonder
78．A．called B．designed C．made D．created
79．A．assist B．place C．win D．adopt
80．A．in B．except C．besides D．about
81．A．duty B．gift C．idea D．habit
82．A．hits B．comes C．occurs D．catches
83．A．develops B．controls C．remains D．increases
84．A．compared B．shared C．provided D．filled
85．A．common B．special C．serious D．rare
86．A．respect B．attention C．satisfaction D．manners
Holi is a joyous Hindu festival that has been celebrated in India for centuries. It marks the end of winter and welcomes the beginning of spring, and it also 87 the triumph of good over evil. The second day of Holi is also called The Festival of Color, which was 88 to me.
We started in our guesthouse, with our hosts, their young son, and some other 89 , and we had a lot of fun with throwing colors and smearing (涂抹) them on each other. We walked all over town, 90 everyone we met and having color spread onto our faces by 91 everywhere we went, while we did the same in return. Thanks to 92 like the color run, I had always thought that you threw colored powder at each other, but the 93 way to do it for Holi is to 94 someone, say “Happy Holi!”, and smear some colors on each of their cheeks and their foreheads.
There were other 95 around, but it was mostly locals and everyone was so happy and excited. So many locals were so 96 with joy that they came right up to us and 97 us, and we even saw a number of people crying in joy. This festival really 98 the best in people and made you feel what it is like to be a 99 again.
The thing I love about this festival is that it is free. You can just wander 100 to enjoy the celebrations. There are organized Holi events you can go to in different cities, but I loved this local 101 .
87．A．proves B．reveals C．symbolizes D．explains
88．A．memorable B．strange C．amazing D．ridiculous
89．A．children B．visitors C．friends D．guests
90．A．inviting B．greeting C．thanking D．encouraging
91．A．runners B．locals C．organizers D．tourists
92．A．festivals B．ceremonies C．contests D．events
93．A．proper B．effective C．positive D．tricky
94．A．call B．warn C．approach D．embrace
95．A．participants B．performers C．teachers D．foreigners
96．A．accepted B．overcome C．cheered D．inspired
97．A．welcomed B．received C．hugged D．stopped
98．A．brought out B．took up C．set off D．got through
99．A．kid B．celebrator C．winner D．villager
100．A．proudly B．confidently C．continuously D．aimlessly
101．A．tradition B．cuisine C．experience D．attraction
A mother and daughter living in my community are two of the most unfriendly people I have ever come across in my life. They are totally separated, mixing with 102 . As they drive past neighbours they keep their eyes looking away and make no sign of acknowledgement. The only fame they have is making a nuisance of themselves to the local police station by 103 music played too loud, dogs barking more than once a day and any other pretty 104 gripe(抱怨).
On moving into this neighbourhood, I was 105 of these two but decided I would make up my own mind. This proved quite a 106 to me as more than once either the mother or the daughter would knock on my door and blast(猛烈抨击) me with some 107 or other.
I always answered politely and made sure I 108 as they went past my place and also made the effort now and then to make a kind remark(话语) about their garden or pets.
Time passed and in October, as part of the kindness rock give(送爱心石活动), Maureen and I 109 to place a kindness rock in their garden. Their attitude remained unchanged, however, and I continued to be as friendly as possible. During the Easter eve, we decided once again to 110 these two unhappy ladies to our list and left a packet of cookies on their gate. Imagine my 111 when two days later they 112 at my gate and jokingly said they were considering hanging their Christmas stocking on their gate, and they 113 me a bunch of flowers!
So, my fellow gifters, do not 114 gifts of kindness. You may never know just what this 115 to others, nor how many broken-hearted or 116 people you may just change with a simple act of kindness.
102．A．nobody B．someone C．anyone D．nothing
103．A．showing B．describing C．reporting D．explaining
104．A．important B．easy C．interesting D．little
105．A．heard B．warned C．cheated D．convinced
106．A．challenge B．job C．task D．matter
107．A．jokes B．advice C．explanation D．complaint
108．A．waved B．stared C．noticed D．laughed
109．A．started B．continued C．mentioned D．decided
110．A．add B．lead C．reduce D．drive
111．A．interest B．smile C．surprise D．face
112．A．whispered B．stopped C．shouted D．wandered
113．A．brought B．wished C．threw D．expected
114．A．take in B．take up C．give in D．give up
115．A．refers B．means C．relates D．contributes
116．A．kind-hearted B．light-hearted C．hard-hearted D．warm-hearted
三、语法填空
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
This is the first time I have spent the Naadam Festival with my friend Burin in China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region this year. The festival, 117 (represent) by horse racing, wrestling and archery, falls on the fourth day of the sixth month of the lunar calendar, 118 usually lasts for three days.
Of the three events, two have left a deep impression 119 me: wrestling and horse racing. Mongolian wrestling is different from 120 in the Olympic Games. There are no 121 (round ) and wrestlers are not separated by weight. The wrestler loses if any part of his body above his knee touches the ground. As for horseracing, it was 122 (amaze) to see that the riders were boys and girls. That is because children are much 123 (light) and the horses can run faster and farther. There is no need to worry about their safety, for they 124 (ride) horses all their lives. It is no wonder that people say "Horses are at 125 heart of Mongolian culture".
Though I am tired now, celebrating Naadam with my friend was 126 (total) worth it.
课文语法填空
Festivals have a variety of origins, such as the seasons of the year, famous figures, important events and religions. However, no matter 127 different they may seem, they have the common spirit of sharing joy, gratitude, love or peace.
The harvest festival, one of the most popular festivals, 128 (celebrate) in many cultures. People celebrate it to show that they are grateful 129 the year’s supply of food. In some European countries, people decorate churches 130 townhalls with flowers and fruit. During the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, families get together 131 (admire) the shining moon and enjoy delicious mooncakes.
Customs play a significant role in festivals, but they can change over time. Take the Chinese Spring Festival as 132 example. Many big cities no longer allow lighting firecrackers to avoid air 133 (pollute ). These days, festivals are becoming more and more commercial with businesses 134 (take) advantage of the celebrations.
Festivals reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths and 135 (attitude) towards life. If you study festivals 136 (careful), you may find different cultures have a lot in common after all.
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Ireland’s beautiful countryside has always had a great influence on its people and traditions. The country has 137 long history of producing great writers and poets. Its beautiful countryside excites and inspires all, 138 (offer) something for each of the senses.
The 139 (peace) landscape of the “Emerald Isle” and its many green counties is a true feast 140 the eyes, with its rolling green hills 141 (dot) with sheep and cattle. And down by the sea, the roar of the ocean waves and cries of the seabirds make up the music of the coast. On a quiet morning in the mountains, feel the sun on your skin, 142 breathe in the sweet scent of fresh flowers while birds greet the new day with their morning song.
With all this beauty, 143 is not surprising that Ireland has developed strong traditions that include music, dancing and dining. You can stop by a village pub to get some 144 (relax) with a glass of wine or a local beer. 145 (good) yet, enjoy a delicious traditional Irish Beef Stew. If you’re lucky, you might be able to enjoy some traditional dancing, too. And if you’re introduced to a friendly face, you are more than likely 146 (experience) local culture and customs first-hand.
【课本改编题】
语法填空
Festivals have 147 wide range of origins. Some come from 148 (religion), while some are for famous 149 (figure) and significant events. The harvest festival is an important festival full of joy and charm. People are grateful 150 the harvest. In European countries, people decorate churches and town halls 151 flowers and fruit, featuring a new look. Today, with festivals 152 (become) commercial, some traditions may fade away. Christmas is the biggest occasion in the West 153 people greet each other with “Merry Christmas”. On Christmas Eve, it is typical of people 154 (enjoy) the roast turkeys, puddings, mashed potatoes and pumpkins.
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
For centuries bees, among the 155 (hard) working creatures on the planet, have benefited people, plants and the environment.
Under the theme “Bee engaged in pollinator-friendly agricultural production”, World Bee Day 2023 calls for global 156 (act) to support pollinator-friendly agricultural production and highlights the importance of preserving bees and other pollinators (传粉者), 157 (particular) through evidence-based agricultural production practices.
The global World Bee Day ceremony, 158 was held in hybrid format at the FAO headquarters on Friday, 19 May, is 159 opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of adopting pollinator-friendly agricultural production practices 160 (protect) bees and other pollinators, while contributing to the resilience, sustainability and efficiency of agrifood systems.
By 161 (observe) World Bee Day each year, we can raise awareness on the essential role bees and other pollinators play in keeping people and the planet 162 (health) and on the many challenges they face today. We 163 (celebrate) this day ever since 2018, thanks to the efforts of the Government of Slovenia with the support of Apimondia, which led the UN General Assembly to declare 20 May 164 World Bee Day.
语法填空
I experienced the Naadam Festival in China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region for the first time this year. Naadam means “games” in Mongolian, and it 165 (represent) by three events: horse racing, wrestling, and archery. Mongolian wrestling is different from the wrestling in the Olympic Games. There are no rounds, and 166 (wrestle) are not separated by weight. Though the three events all left a deep impression 167 me, I liked horse racing best. I was surprised 168 (see) that riders were boys and girls! People say it is 169 children are lighter and the horses can run faster and farther.
阅读下面短文, 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
One day in 1998, I went to visit my 90 year old grandma in a nursing home. She had lived there for 15 years. But it was becoming a little bit sad, partly because the place was full of people who 170 (be) at the last stage of their life. What’s 171 (bad), it was taking her longer and longer 172 (recognize) me.
She was really excited that day because they were having a dance party. I was not a big fan of dancing, 173 I was a big fan of Grandma, so I accepted her 174 (invite). During the party, an old lady 175 (sit) next to me chatted with me, saying how much she loved music and dancing. Not knowing 176 to say, I stood up and invited her for a dance.
I danced with all the ladies, 177 (particular) with Grandma, which was awesome. However, I felt discomfort throughout 178 party. I didn’t know the reason at that moment. But now, I realize it was my fear of watching Grandma grow older, my powerlessness to do anything about it and the thought of losing 179 (she) that made me uncomfortable.
四、短文填空
完成对话
A: We have another traditional holiday — the Dragon Boat Festival.
B: When is it
A: It 180 (落在农历五月初五).
B: Could you tell me the origin of the festivals
A: OK. The Dragon Boat Festival is a way 181 (纪念一位伟大的古代诗人) named Quyuan. On that day, people will hold a boat race as a symbol of the attempt to save him who threw himself into the river.
B: Why do people eat rice dumplings on that day
A: In order to prevent the fish from eating the poet’s body.
B: It 182 (听起来真感人).
根据提示用所给学词汇的正确形式完成下列短文。
Chinese paintings feature some of the world’s longest-held 183 (art) traditions. These paintings with a range of special oriental (东方的) styles record China’s long history and 184 (反映) its beautiful landscapes. The following are two of China’s most famous paintings.
One Hundred Horses was drawn by Lang Shining, a 185 (talent) painter of the Qing Dynasty. Lang was from Italy with a birth name of Giuseppe Castiglione. Working as a court painter in China for over 50 years, he was regarded highly by Chinese emperors Kangxi, Yongzheng and Qianlong.
Lang was skilled at painting horses, and One Hundred Horses is one of his representative 186 (杰作). This paper painting shows 100 horses in various postures. (姿态)
Spring Morning in the Han Palace was drawn by Qiu Ying, who specialised in the gongbi brush 187 (技巧). Qiu’s use of the brush was extremely skilful, and his drawings of landscapes and 188 (人像) were vivid and well-organised. He was regarded as one of the four great 189 (大师) of the Ming Dynasty. His paintings are not only beautiful and refined, they are also quite decorative.
根据所给单词的首字母及其英文释义完成下面短文（每空一词）。
New Year’s celebrations are a little bit different all around the world. They are celebrated with different c 190 and special foods.
In the United States, celebrations usually begin on December 31, or New Year’s E 191 , and continue into January 1, the first day of the new year. Black-eyed peas, ham (火腿), and cabbage (卷心菜) are traditional dishes to serve on New Year’s Day. They are s 192 of good luck. The Dutch often eat doughnuts (油炸圈饼) to welcome the New Year. Because doughnuts are shaped like a circle, they are thought to r 193 the completion of a cycle — the beginning of a new year and the ending of the previous year. In Japan, people eat long noodles for celebration. Eating these noodles without breaking them symbolizes long life. In Spain, there is the t 194 of eating 12 grapes at midnight. This marks successful grape harvests of the past and the hope for more in the future.
One of the most colorful New Year’s celebrations takes place in China. The Chinese New Year is determined by the l 195 calendar. The festival lasts about two weeks. During this time, towns are d 196 with colorful 197 (灯笼) and flowers. People 198 (彻底地) clean their homes to symbolize getting rid of (去除) the misfortunes of the previous year, and dumplings are eaten as a traditional food.
阅读下面短文，根据汉语提示和利用动词ing形式作表语和定语填写空白部分，使之构成一个完整的故事。
The night before the 199 (令人十分兴奋的) County Fair, everybody went to bed early. Fern and Avery were in bed by eight. Avery lay dreaming that the Ferris wheel had stopped and that he was in the top car. Fern lay dreaming that she was 200 (正生病躺在秋千里)
Lurvy was in bed by eight-thirty 201 (环抱着一个在微笑的卡通棒球). He lay dreaming that he was throwing baseballs at a cloth cat and winning a genuine Navajo blanket. Mr. and Mrs. Zuckerman were in bed by nine 202 (带着期待明天的心情). Mrs. Zuckerman lay dreaming about a deep freeze unit. Mr. Zuckerman lay dreaming about Wilbur. He dreamt that Wilbur had grown until he was one hundred and sixteen feet long and ninety-tow feet high and that he had won all the prizes at the Fair and was covered with blue ribbons and even had a blue ribbon tied to the end of his tail.
Down in the barn cellar, the animals, too, went to sleep early, all except Charlotte. Tomorrow would be Fair Day, 203 (一个令人鼓舞的节日). Every creature planned to get up early to see Wilbur off on his great adventure.
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Unit 1 Festivals and Celebrations 语篇阅读（阅读 完形 语法 短文 ）英语人教版2019必修第三册 解析卷
一、阅读理解
The Japanese Tea Ceremony, known as “Chanoyu” or “Sado” in Japanese, is a traditional cultural practice that deeply originates from Japanese history. Its origins can be traced back to the 9th century when tea was first introduced to Japan from China. At that time, tea was mainly used for medicinal purposes and was only accessible to the high-ranking individuals and religious figures.
In the 15th century, the tea ceremony began to take on its unique form and philosophy. Sen no Rikyu, a famous tea master, played an important role in shaping the modern tea ceremony. He stressed the rules of “wa: harmony, kei: respect, sei: purity, jaku: tranquility” in the tea ceremony. These principles guide every aspect of the ceremony, from the way the tea room is decorated to the gestures and words of the participants.
A typical Japanese tea ceremony takes place in a specially designed tea room, or “chashitsu.” The room is usually simple and elegant, with a tokonoma (alcove) displaying a seasonal flower arrangement or a scroll painting. The host carefully prepares the matcha (powdered green tea) using a bamboo whisk, a bowl, and hot water. Guests are served the tea in a specific order, and they follow a set of manners when receiving and drinking the tea.
The tea ceremony is not just about drinking tea; it is a form of art that combines elements of aesthetics (美学) , the way to treat guests, and spirituality. It provides a moment of peace and reflection in the middle of a busy life. Through the ceremony, participants can experience a sense of connection with nature, history, and each other.
Even in modern Japan, the tea ceremony remains a significant part of cultural heritage. Many people, both Japanese and foreigners, study and practice the tea ceremony to learn about Japanese traditions and values. While some aspects of the ceremony may have adapted to modern times, its core essence (本质) and significance have been preserved.
1．According to the passage, what was the original use of tea in Japan
A．For daily drinking. B．For healthcare usage.
C．For ceremonial purposes. D．For commercial exchange.
2．What do the rules stressed by Sen no Rikyu in the tea ceremony include
A．Wealth, power, and status.
B．Beauty, art, and creativity.
C．Friendship, love, and kindness.
D．Harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.
3．What can we learn about modern Japanese tea ceremony
A．It is still rooted in Japanese cultural heritage.
B．It is now mainly practiced by Japanese people.
C．It has greatly changed from its traditional form.
D．It has lost its cultural significance in modern times.
4．Which of the following is the best title for this passage
A．The Aesthetics of Japanese Tea Rooms
B．The Popularity of Matcha in Modern Japan
C．The Role of Sen no Rikyu in Japanese Culture
D．The History and Tradition of Japanese Tea Ceremony
【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．D
【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了日本茶道的历史与传统。
1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Its origins can be traced back to the 9th century when tea was first introduced to Japan from China. At that time, tea was mainly used for medicinal purposes and was only accessible to the high-ranking individuals and religious figures.(它的起源可以追溯到9世纪，当时茶首次从中国闯入日本。当时，茶主要用于药用，只有高级个人和宗教人士才能享用)”可知，茶在9世纪从中国传入日本，最初用于药用，故选B。
2．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“He stressed the rules of “wa: harmony, kei: respect, sei: purity, jaku: tranquility” in the tea ceremony. These principles guide every aspect of the ceremony, from the way the tea room is decorated to the gestures and words of the participants.(他在茶道中强调了“wa:和谐，kei:尊敬，sei:纯洁，jaku:宁静”的原则)”可知，Sen no Rikyu在茶道中强调的规则是“和谐、尊敬、纯洁、宁静”，故选D。
3．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“Even in modern Japan, the tea ceremony remains a significant part of cultural heritage.(即使在现代日本，茶仍然是日本文化遗产的重要部分)”可知，现代的日本茶道仍然是日本文化遗产的重要部分，故选A。
4．主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“The Japanese Tea Ceremony, known as “Chanoyu” or “Sado” in Japanese, is a traditional cultural practice that deeply originates from Japanese history.(日本茶道，在日语中称为“Chanoyu”或者“Sado”，是一种深深根植于日本历史的传统文化习俗)”、第二段“In the 15th century, the tea ceremony began to take on its unique form and philosophy.(在15世纪，茶道开始呈现出其独特的形式和哲学)”、第三段“A typical Japanese tea ceremony takes place in a specially designed tea room, or “chashitsu.”(典型的日本茶道在一个特别设计的茶室中举行。)”以及最后一段“Even in modern Japan, the tea ceremony remains a significant part of cultural heritage.(即使在现代日本，茶道仍然是日本文化遗产的重要部分)”可知，文章主要围绕日本茶道的历史起源、发展以及传统仪式展开叙述，故D项“日本茶道的历史和传统”符合文章标题，概括文章内容，故选D。
With all the houses painted in bright colors making each street look like a rainbow, the Venetian Island town of Burano in Italy must be the most colourful in the world.
Burano’s traditional industry is fishing, which used to be its biggest business. As a result, there used to be lots of fishing boats sailing in and out of its harbour (港口) on fishing expeditions (远征). It is said that the population began painting their homes in bright colors so that the fishermen could see them even in thick fog after a sail at sea. Since then, the Italian town has kept up the tradition and continues to paint its houses in a huge variety of different colors.
Lumi Toma, a professional photographer, was amazed by the multi coloured island as soon as she set foot on its shore. The 36-year-old said, “With the very first steps on the island I immediately felt a burst of positive energy and a feeling of happiness grew in my heart. It ranks very highly in the world’s most colourful towns.”
According to the photographer, from Aosta in Northern Italy, the town’s unique look is actually the result of a strictly controlled colour plan. She said, “The houses follow a special colour pattern (式样), based on a specific system that has been in place since the village was founded.”
The incredible town is very proud of its brightly coloured heritage. Ms. Tom said, “The people of Burano love their island and want to hold onto their culture, although life on the island is not easy. I imagine that living on a small island next to a famous place like Venice is both rewarding and difficult.”
5．Why did Burano’s locals begin to paint their homes in bright colors
A．To attract more tourists. B．To make their houses beautiful.
C．To make their culture unique. D．To help fishermen see their homes clearly.
6．How did Lumi Toma feel when she first stepped on the island
A．Happy. B．Relaxed. C．Proud. D．Curious.
7．What can we learn from the last two paragraphs
A．The people of Burano live an easy life.
B．Burano’s locals love their island and culture.
C．Ms. Toma hopes to live on the island of Burano.
D．Burano’s people can paint their houses as they wish.
8．What is the passage mainly about
A．Burano, an attractive tourist town.
B．Burano, the world’s most colourful place.
C．The culture and traditions of Burano.
D．The travel experiences in Burano.
【答案】5．D 6．A 7．B 8．B
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了意大利彩色小镇Burano的历史、文化特色及其居民对传统色彩文化的热爱。
5．细节理解题。根据第二段中“It is said that the population began painting their homes in bright colors so that the fishermen could see them even in thick fog after a sail at sea. (据说，当地人开始用鲜艳的颜色粉刷他们的房屋，这样渔民们在海上航行后，即使在浓雾中也能看到他们的家。)”可知，布拉诺的当地人开始用鲜艳的颜色粉刷他们的房屋是为了帮助渔民清楚地看到他们的家。故选D。
6．细节理解题。根据第三段中“The 36-year-old said, “With the very first steps on the island I immediately felt a burst of positive energy and a feeling of happiness grew in my heart. It ranks very highly in the world’s most colourful towns.” (这位36岁的人说道：“刚踏上这座岛屿，我立刻就感受到了一股正能量，心中涌起了幸福感。它在世界上色彩最为斑斓的城镇中排名非常靠前。”)”可知，当Lumi Toma第一次踏上这个岛屿时，她感觉很快乐。故选A。
7．推理判断题。根据最后一段“The incredible town is very proud of its brightly coloured heritage. Ms. Tom a said, “The people of Burano love their island and want to hold onto their culture, although life on the island is not easy. I imagine that living on a small island next to a famous place like Venice is both rewarding and difficult.” (这座令人惊叹的小镇对其色彩斑斓的文化遗产深感自豪。托马女士说：“布拉诺岛的居民热爱他们的岛屿，并且想要坚守自己的文化，尽管岛上的生活并不轻松。我想，住在像威尼斯这样著名地方旁边的小岛上，既会有所收获，也会面临诸多困难。”)”可推知，布拉诺的当地人热爱他们的岛屿和文化。故选B。
8．主旨大意题。根据第一段“With all the houses painted in bright colors making each street look like a rainbow, the Venetian Island town of Burano in Italy must be the most colourful in the world. (意大利的威尼斯岛屿小镇布拉诺，所有的房子都被涂上了鲜艳的颜色，使每条街道都看起来像一道彩虹，它一定是世界上最多彩的地方。)”以及全文内容可知，文章主要介绍了世界上色彩最丰富的地方——布拉诺岛，B选项“Burano, the world’s most colourful place. (布拉诺，世界上最多彩的地方。)”最符合文章主旨。故选B。
A New Season
Marking autumn’s arrival is a chance to reconnect with the rhythms (节奏) of the Earth and focus on change and growth. Here are some ways to celebrate the season.
Pick what you plant. Perhaps you’d like to grow food in your vegetable garden or window box that’s ready to be picked at a later time! 9 But be sure to get advice on what’s safe to eat!
Prepare seasonal produce. Look for local ingredients (食材) and use these to create some tasty dishes. In the past, the autumn months were spent saving ingredients for the coming cooler months. 10
11 In many areas of the country, autumn proves to be a good time of year to take a walk and enjoy the changing colours of the trees. Some places like Mount Macedon in Victoria, Mount Wilson in the Blue Mountains area, and the New South Wales Southern Highlands, are famous for their unique trees.
Clear up. During the cooler months, you’re likely to spend more time indoors. 12 Have a clear-out, tidy your bedroom, and ask your parents if you can give away any unwanted things to the poor.
Give thanks. Take a moment to appreciate all that the Earth provides. 13 Even a quick clean-up of litter or starting a small, environmentally friendly habit can make a difference. As well as expressing gratitude for the season, consider what else you feel glad to have in your life. Give thanks for your friendships, experiences, and other things you value. Celebrate what you’ve learned, completed, or gained over summer. What ideas would you like to develop further
A．Explore nature.
B．Climb mountains.
C．Is there anything you could do to give back
D．You might like to learn how to make seasonal food.
E．Are there any areas you’ve been spending too much time on
F．Creating a clean, orderly space can have a big effect on how you feel.
G．Also, keep an eye out at this time of year, as fruit can be picked from trees and eaten.
【答案】9．G 10．D 11．A 12．F 13．C
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了纪念秋天的到来是一个重新与地球的节奏联系起来，关注变化和成长的机会。这里有一些庆祝这个季节的方法。
9．根据上文“Perhaps you’d like to grow food in your vegetable garden or window box that’s ready to be picked at a later time! (也许你想在你的菜园里或窗台上的盒子里种植食物，以便以后采摘！)”提到在你的菜园里或窗台上种植食物，以便以后采摘。结合选项G项Also, keep an eye out at this time of year, as fruit can be picked from trees and eaten. (此外，注意一年中的这个时候，因为水果可以从树上摘下来吃。)可知，承接上文内容，为对上文内容的语意递进，上下文紧密连接。故选G项。
10．根据该段标题“Prepare seasonal produce. (准备应季农产品。)”以及上文“In the past, the autumn months were spent saving ingredients for the coming cooler months. (在过去，秋天的几个月里，人们都在为即将到来的凉爽月份储存食材。)”提到人们都在为即将到来的凉爽月份储存食材。结合选项D项You might like to learn how to make seasonal food. (你可能想学习如何制作应季食物。)可知，承接上文内容，为对上文内容的语意递进，同时呼应该段标题中的seasonal produce。故选D项。
11．由该题为段落小标题可知，为总结该段内容。该段下文“In many areas of the country, autumn proves to be a good time of year to take a walk and enjoy the changing colours of the trees. Some places like Mount Macedon in Victoria, Mount Wilson in the Blue Mountains area, and the New South Wales Southern Highlands, are famous for their unique trees. (在这个国家的许多地区，秋天被证明是一年中散步和欣赏树木颜色变化的好时机。一些地方，如维多利亚的马其顿山、蓝山地区的威尔逊山和新南威尔士南部高地，以其独特的树木而闻名。)”可知，主要讲的是去户外感受秋天的美景。结合选项A项Explore nature. (探索自然。)可知，和该段主旨意思一致，为总结该段内容。故选A项。
12．根据该段标题“Clear up. (清理)”以及下文“Have a clear-out, tidy your bedroom, and ask your parents if you can give away any unwanted things to the poor. (清理一下，整理一下你的卧室，问问你的父母，你是否可以把你不想要的东西送给穷人。)”可知，该段主要讲的是清理收拾你的房子。结合选项F项Creating a clean, orderly space can have a big effect on how you feel. (创造一个干净有序的空间会对你的感觉产生很大的影响。)可知，和该段主旨意思一致，起到上下文的承上启下作用，上下文语意连贯。故选F项。
13．根据该段标题“Give thanks. (表达感谢)”以及上文“Take a moment to appreciate all that the Earth provides. (花点时间来感谢地球所提供的一切。)”可知，讲的是关于感谢的内容。结合选项C项Is there anything you could do to give back (你能做些什么来回报我吗？)可知，和上文内容紧密连接，同时呼应标题内容，起到上下文的承上启下作用，符合语境。故选C项。
From lively beer festivals to huge public cook-offs. Europe knows how to celebrate its food and drink. Here are our top picks.
Weimar Onion Market, GermanyHeld on the second weekend d of October, the Onion Market is this medieval city’s oldest and largest folk fair, dating back to 1653 and attracting some 300,000 visitors every year. Take a look at over 500 stands decorated with onions and dried flowers. There’s also a competition to elect the year’s “queen of the Onion Market”. Beuvron-en-Auge Cider Festival, FranceFor over 50 years, the pretty village has marked the end of the apple harvest in mid-October with a one-day festival. Celebrations take place at the historic market square and include apple-pressing competitions and tasting apple drinks. Go further to discover the interactive museum on the history of the apple-based brandy.
Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival, GermanyThe world’s largest pumpkin festival celebrates 25 years in 2024. It takes place from late August t to early November. There are stands displaying (展示) some 450,000 pumpkins of 600 varieties. Carving competitions are held, plus a pumpkin-smashing show bringing the festival to an end. Helsinki Baltic Herring Market, FinlandThis Market is one of the country’s most popular events. Held in Helsinki since 1743, it attracts some, 80,000 visitors over six days in early October. Festivities begin with a competition for the market’s best products, which you can then buy directly from sellers at stands in the Market Square.
14．Which celebration has the longest history
A．Weimar Onian Market. B．Beuvron-en-Auge Cider Festival.
C．Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival. D．Helsinki Baltic Herring Market.
15．What can visitors enjoy at Beuvron-en-Auge Cider Festival
A．Onions and dry flowers. B．Pumpkin displays.
C．A tour of an interactive museum. D．A competition for the best products.
16．Where is the text probably taken from
A．A diary. B．A travel guidebook.
C．A science magazine. D．A product advertisement.
【答案】14．A 15．C 16．B
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了欧洲几个与美食和饮品相关的庆祝活动。
14．细节理解题。根据Weimar Onion Market, Germany部分“Held on the second weekend of October, the Onion Market is this medieval city’s oldest and largest folk fair, dating back to 1653 and attracting some 300,000 visitors every year.(洋葱市场于10月的第二个周末举行，是这个中世纪城市最古老、规模最大的民俗集市，可追溯到1653年，每年吸引约30万名游客)”，Beuvron-en-Auge Cider Festival, France部分“For over 50 years, the pretty village has marked the end of the apple harvest in mid-October with a one-day festival.(50多年来，这个美丽的村庄一直在10月中旬苹果收获结束时举行为期一天的节日)”，Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival, Germany部分“The world’s largest pumpkin festival celebrates 25 years in 2024.(2024年是世界上最大的南瓜节25周年)”以及Helsinki Baltic Herring Market, Finland部分“Held in Helsinki since 1743, it attracts some, 80,000 visitors over six days in early October.(自1743年在赫尔辛基举办以来，它在10月初的6天里吸引了约8万名游客)”可知，庆祝历史最长的是Weimar Onian Market，可追溯到1653年。故选A。
15．细节理解题。根据Beuvron-en-Auge Cider Festival, France部分“Go further to discover the interactive museum on the history of the apple-based brandy.(进一步深入了解苹果白兰地的历史互动博物馆)”可知，游客们在Beuvron-en-Auge苹果酒节可以参观交互式博物馆。故选C。
16．推理判断题。根据第一段“From lively beer festivals to huge public cook-offs. Europe knows how to celebrate its food and drink. Here are our top picks.(从热闹的啤酒节到大型的公共烹饪比赛。欧洲人知道如何庆祝他们的饮食。以下是我们的首选)”并结合文章主要介绍了四个欧洲与饮食有关的节日活动，可推知，文章选自一本旅游指南。故选B。
[课本原题]
MY AMAZING NAADAM EXPERIENCE
I experienced the Naadam Festival in China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region for the first time this year. The festival falls on the fourth day of the sixth month of the lunar calendar, usually lasting for three days. Naadam means “games” in Mongolian, and it is represented by three events: horse racing, wrestling, and archery, which are all so exciting to watch!
On the first day, I set off to the games early with my friend Burin. I saw a lot of people wearing fancy Mongolian robes. Some were feeding their horses, some were practising archery, and others were chatting or taking photographs. Burin told me that Mongolians travel every year from near and far to attend the festival, just as their ancestors had done for centuries.
After the opening ceremony and some amazing performances, the wrestling competition began. Mongolian wrestling is different from the wrestling in the Olympic Games. There are no rounds, and wrestlers are not separated by weight. The wrestler loses if any part of his body above his knee touches the ground. After singing some songs, the competitors danced onto the green field, waving their arms in the air as if they were eagles. I was quite moved by their show of strength and grace.
l absolutely enjoyed the archery, too, but the horse races were my favourite part. However, I was surprised to see that the riders were boys and girls! I heard it is because children are lighter and the horses can run faster and farther. At first, I was a little worried about the children’s safety, but Burin said, “Don’t worry. They’ve been riding horses all their lives. They’ll be just fine.” That was the moment I started to understand why people say “Horses are at the heart of Mongolian culture”. ...
I’m finally back home now, feeling really tired, but celebrating Naadam with my friend was totally worth it. He invited me back for the winter to stay in a traditional Mongolian tent and eat hot pot. I can’t wait!
17．Scan the text and find out the main idea of the text.
The passage is mainly about .
18．The Naadam Festival is represented by the following events EXCEPT ________.
A．Horse racing. B．Wrestling. C．Archery. D．Shooting.
19．Why did the writer feel surprised while he watched the horse races
A．Because the horses were stronger than expected.
B．Because the riders were boys and girls.
C．Because the races were too dangerous.
D．Because the horses ran too fast.
20．What can we learn from the text
A．The festival falls on the fourteenth day of the six month of the lunar calendar.
B．Mongolian wrestling is the same as the wrestling in the Olympic Games.
C．The writer was worried about the wrestlers’ safety.
D．Mongolians travel every year from near and far to attend the festival.
21．What is the writer’s attitude towards the Naadam experience
A．Boring. B．Negative. C．Rewarding. D．Indifferent.
22．Fill in the blanks according to the text.
I experienced the Naadam Festival for the first time this year. On the first day, Burin and I set to celebrate the Naadam Festival, which (represent) by three events: horse racing, wrestling and archery. I saw a lot of people (wear) fancy Mongolian robes. After the opening ceremony and some amazing (perform), the wrestling (compete) began. The competitors danced onto the green field, waving their arms in the air as if they (be) eagles. I (absolute) enjoyed the archery, too, but the horse races were my favourite part. At first, I was a little worried the children’s safety. I’m finally back home now, feeling really tired, but (celebrate) Naadam with my friend was totally worth .
【答案】17．the author’s incredible experience of visiting Naadam Festival for the first time 18．D 19．B 20．D 21．C 22． off is represented wearing performances competition were absolutely about celebrating it
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。描述了作者第一次在中国内蒙古自治区体验那达慕节。
17．考查主旨大意。浏览全文，根据标题MY AMAZING NAADAM EXPERIENCE和第一段中“I experienced the Naadam Festival in China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region for the first time this year. (今年，我第一次在中国内蒙古自治区体验那达慕节。)”可知，本文主要描述了作者第一次参观那达慕节的美好经历。故填the author’s incredible experience of visiting Naadam Festival for the first time。
18．考查细节理解。根据第一段中“Naadam means “games“ in Mongolian, and it is represented by three events: horse racing, wrestling, and archery, which are all so exciting to watch! (那达慕在蒙古语中的意思是“游戏”，它由三个项目代表：赛马、摔跤和射箭，这些项目都非常令人兴奋！)”可知，那达慕节中代表项目有赛马、摔跤和射箭，但没有射击（枪）。故选D。
19．考查细节理解。根据第四段中“However, I was surprised to see that the riders were boys and girls! (然而，我惊讶地看到，骑手是男孩和女孩！)”可知，作者在看赛马时感到惊讶是因为骑手都是男孩和女孩。故选B。
20．考查细节理解。根据第二段中“Burin told me that Mongolians travel every year from near and far to attend the festival, just as their ancestors had done for centuries. (布林告诉我，蒙古人每年都从从远处和近处赶来参加这个节日，就像他们的祖先几个世纪以来所做的那样。)”可知，蒙古人每年都从远处和近处赶来参加这个节日。故选D。
21．考查推理判断。根据最后一段中“I’m finally back home now, feeling really tired, but celebrating Naadam with my friend was totally worth it. (我现在终于回家了，感觉真的很累，但和朋友一起庆祝那达慕是完全值得的。)”可知，作者对那达慕的经历持肯定态度，认为是值得的。故选C。
22．①考查固定搭配。句意：第一天，我和布林出发去庆祝那达慕节，这个节日有三个项目代表：赛马、摔跤和射箭。set off“出发”是固定搭配，故填off。
②考查时态和语态。句意：同上。动词represent和主语之间是被动关系，且描述客观事实，应用一般现在时的被动语态。主语which指代前文the Naadam Festival，为单数，主谓一致，故填is represented。
③考查非谓语动词。句意：我看到很多人穿着华丽的蒙古长袍。see sb doing sth是固定句型，现在分词作宾补，表示主动且进行的含义，故填wearing。
④考查名词复数。句意：在开幕式和一些精彩的表演之后，摔跤比赛开始了。some后应用可数名词复数，作宾语，故填performances。
⑤考查名词。句意：同上。此处应用名词作主语，表示“摔跤比赛”用单数，故填competition。
⑥考查时态、虚拟语气。句意：选手们在绿色的场地上跳舞，像老鹰一样在空中挥舞着手臂。此处描述过去发生的且不真实的事情，用一般过去时表示虚拟语气，故填were。
⑦考查副词。句意：我也非常喜欢射箭，但赛马是我最喜欢的部分。修饰动词enjoyed应用副词，故填absolutely。
⑧考查介词。句意：起初，我有点担心孩子们的安全。be worried about“担心”是固定搭配，故填about。
⑨考查非谓语动词。句意：我现在终于回家了，感觉真的很累，但和朋友一起庆祝那达慕是完全值得的。此处应用动名词作主语，故填celebrating。
⑩考查代词。句意：同上。be worth it“值得的”是固定搭配，故填it。
[课本原文]
WHY DO WE CELEBRATE FESTIVALS
Festivals are celebrated all around the world. They have a wide range of origins, such as the seasons of the year, religions, famous figures, and important events. Every festival has its different customs and unique charms. However, no matter how different they may seem, all over the world, the spirit of sharing joy, gratitude, love, or peace is common in all festivals.
Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. This important agricultural festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered in. People celebrate to show that they are grateful for the year’s supply of food. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during the springtime — the Egyptian harvest season. It featured a parade and a great feast with music, dancing, and sports. Today, in some European countries, people decorate churches and town halls with flowers and fruit, and get together to celebrate over a meal. During the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, families gather to admire the shining moon and enjoy delicious mooncakes.
Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade away and others may be established. One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of lighting firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. Nowadays, many big cities have given up this custom in order to avoid air pollution. Another example is Halloween, which slowly became an exciting festival for children, in spite of its religious origins.
Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with business taking advantage of the celebrations Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones. Although some believe festivals should not be commercialised, others believe the increase in spending is good for the economy and public happiness.
Festivals are an important part of society. They reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are occasions that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. They help us understand where we came from, who we are, and what to appreciate. And if you study festivals carefully, you may be surprised to find that different cultures actually have a lot in common after all.
23．Scan the text and match the general idea of each paragraph.
A．The harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. B．Festivals are celebrated all around the world. C． Festivals are becoming more and more commercial. D．Festivals are an important part of society. E. Customs play a significant role in festivals.
(1) Para.1
(2) Para.2
(3) Para.3
(4) Para.4
(5) Para.5
24．Why do the customs of festivals sometimes change over time
A．Because people need avoid air pollution and protect the environment.
B．Because people have forgotten the origins of some festivals.
C．Because of the change of thought and the progress of society.
D．Because of the commercialization of the festivals.
25．Which festival can be found in almost every culture
A．The festival about religions. B．The festival about famous figures.
C．The festival about important events. D．The festival about the harvest season.
26．Why is lighting firecrackers stopped in Chinese Spring Festival
A．To drive away the evil spirits.
B．To stop air pollution from happening.
C．To become an exciting festival for children.
D．To save money and spend more on gifts.
27．What can we learn from this passage
A．At present the Chinese light firecrackers to drive away the evil.
B．Halloween is an exciting festival for adults.
C．Different cultures actually have little in common.
D．Festivals are becoming more commercial with people spending more money on gifts.
28．Fill in the blanks according to the text.
People celebrate festivals all over the world. Today’s festivals have wide range of origins, including the seasons of the year, famous (figure), important events and religions. The harvest festival is one of the (popular) festivals and (celebrate) to show they are grateful the supply of food. Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the (develop) of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade and others may be established. Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with businesses (take) advantage of the celebrations. Festivals reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. And if you study festivals (careful), you may be surprised (find) that different cultures actually have a lot in common after all.
【答案】23． B A E C D 24．C 25．D 26．B 27．D 28． a figures most popular is celebrated for development away taking carefully to find
【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要围绕“我们为何庆祝节日”这一主题，详细阐述了节日的起源、意义、变化以及在现代社会中的表现。
23．(1)主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“Festivals are celebrated all around the world.(世界各地都会庆祝节日。)”可知，本段主要讲述了全世界各地都会庆祝节日。故选B。
(2)主旨大意题。根据文章第二段“Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. This important agricultural festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered in. People celebrate to show that they are grateful for the year’s supply of food.(在所有传统节日中，丰收节几乎在每种文化中都能找到。这个重要的农业节日在所有农作物都收割完毕后举行。人们庆祝丰收节以表达对一年食物供应的感激之情。)”可知，第二段主要讲述了几乎每种文化中都能找到丰收节。故选A。
(3)主旨大意题。根据文章第三段“Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade away and others may be established.(习俗在节日中起着重要作用，但有时它们会随着时间而改变。随着现代社会的发展和新思想的传播，一些传统可能会逐渐消失，而另一些则可能会形成。)”可知，第三段主要讲述了习俗在节日中很重要。故选E。
(4)主旨大意题。根据文章第四段“Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with business taking advantage of the celebrations Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones.(节日正变得越来越商业化，商家们利用节日庆典开展商业活动。网购网站和社交媒体应用让公众更容易为自己所爱的人花更多钱购买礼物。)”可知，第四段主要讲述了节日正变得越来越商业化。故选C。
(5)主旨大意题。根据文章第五段“Festivals are an important part of society. They reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are occasions that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. They help us understand where we came from, who we are, and what to appreciate.(节日是社会的重要组成部分。它们反映了人们的愿望、信仰、信念以及对生活的态度。节日是让我们放松、享受生活并暂时忘却工作的时刻。它们帮助我们了解自己的来处、身份以及应该珍惜的事物。)”可知，第五段主要讲述了节日是社会的重要组成部分。故选D。
24．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade away and others may be established.(随着现代社会的发展和新思想的传播，一些传统可能会逐渐消失，而另一些则可能会形成。)”可知，随着现代社会的发展和新思想的传播，一些传统可能会消失，另一些则可能会形成，这表明节日习俗有时会随着时间而改变是因为社会的进步和思想的变化。故选C。
25．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. (在所有传统节日中，丰收节几乎在每种文化中都能找到。)”可知，在所有的传统节日中，丰收节几乎在每种文化中都能找到。故选D。
26．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of lighting firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. Nowadays, many big cities have given up this custom in order to avoid air pollution.(一个典型的例子是中国春节燃放鞭炮以驱邪和庆祝新年的传统习俗。如今，为了避免空气污染，许多大城市已经摒弃了这一习俗。)”可知，许多大城市为了避免空气污染而放弃了春节燃放鞭炮这一习俗。故选B。
27．推理判断题。根据文章第四段“Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with business taking advantage of the celebrations Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones.(节日正变得越来越商业化，商家们利用节日庆典开展商业活动。网购网站和社交媒体应用让公众更容易为自己所爱的人花更多钱购买礼物。)”可推测，节日变得越来越商业化，人们在礼物上的花费更多了。故选D。
28．①.考查冠词。句意：如今的节日有各种各样的起源，包括季节、名人、重大事件和宗教。空处为冠词形式修饰名词range，构成短语：a range of，意为“各种各样的”，符合句意。故填a。
②.考查名词的数。句意：如今的节日有各种各样的起源，包括季节、名人、重大事件和宗教。空处为名词形式担当宾语；根据上文的“seasons”，下文的“events and religions”可知，空处为名词的复数形式。故填figures。
③.考查形容词最高级。句意：丰收节是最受欢迎的节日之一，人们庆祝丰收节以表达对食物供给的感激之情。结合语意可知，空处应用形容词最高级形式most popular，表示“最受欢迎的”。故填most popular。
④.考查谓语动词。句意：丰收节是最受欢迎的节日之一，人们庆祝丰收节以表达对食物供给的感激之情。空处为本句并列谓语动词；根据上文的“is”可知，句子时态为一般现在时；主语为“The harvest festival”，单数，和动词“celebrate”之间为被动关系。故填is celebrated。
⑤.考查固定搭配。句意：丰收节是最受欢迎的节日之一，人们庆祝丰收节以表达对食物供给的感激之情。空处考查固定搭配：be grateful for，意为“对……充满感激”，符合句意。故填for。
⑥.考查名词。句意：随着现代社会的发展和新思想的传播，一些传统可能会逐渐消失，而另一些则可能会形成。空处为名词形式担当宾语，意为“随着……的发展”，符合句意。故填development。
⑦.考查固定短语。句意：随着现代社会的发展和新思想的传播，一些传统可能会逐渐消失，而另一些则可能会形成。空处为固定搭配：fade away，意为“逐渐消失”，符合句意。故填away。
⑧.考查非谓语动词。句意：节日正变得越来越商业化，商家们都在利用节日庆典（来盈利）。空处为非谓语动词担当宾语补足语，宾语“businesses”和动词“take”之间为主动关系，用现在分词形式作宾语补足语。故填taking。
⑨.考查副词。句意：如果你仔细研究节日，你可能会惊讶地发现，不同的文化其实终究有很多共同之处。空处修饰动词，应用副词形式carefully作状语。故填carefully。
⑩.考查非谓语动词。句意：如果你仔细研究节日，你可能会惊讶地发现，不同的文化其实终究有很多共同之处。空处为非谓语动词担当原因状语，用动词不定式形式，构成短语be surprised to do sth.，表示“做某事惊讶”。故填to find。
WHY DO WE CELEBRATE FESTIVALS
Festivals are celebrated all around the world. They have a wide range of origins, such as the seasons of the year, religions, famous figures, and important events. Every festival has its different customs and unique charms. However, no matter how different they may seem, all over the world, the spirit of sharing joy, gratitude, love, or peace is common in all festivals.
Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. This important agricultural festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered in. People celebrate to show that they are grateful for the year’s supply of food. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during the springtime— the Egyptian harvest season. It featured a parade and a great feast with music, dancing, and sports. Today, in some European countries, people decorate churches and town halls with flowers and fruit, and get together to celebrate over a meal. During the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, families gather to admire the shining moon and enjoy delicious mooncakes.
Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade away and others may be established. One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of lighting firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. Nowadays, many big cities have given up this custom in order to avoid air pollution. Another example is Halloween, which slowly became an exciting festival for children, in spite of its religious origins.
Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with businesses taking advantage of the celebrations. Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones. Although some believe festivals should not be commercialised, others believe the increase in spending is good for the economy and public happiness.
Festivals are an important part of society. They reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are occasions that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. They help us understand where we came from, who we are, and what to appreciate. And if you study festivals carefully, you may be surprised to find that different cultures actually have a lot in common after all.
29．语篇结构
(1) (2) (3) (4)
30．Which of the following is the common spirit of all festivals
A．Enjoying a peaceful life. B．Showing respect.
C．Honouring ancestors. D．Sharing happiness.
31．When did the harvest festival take place in ancient Egypt
A．In spring. B．In summer. C．In autumn. D．In winter.
32．What change can we experience during the Spring Festival
A．No one believes there exist evil spirits.
B．Many celebrations are held abroad.
C．People pay more attention to their environment.
D．People have ignored the traditional customs.
【答案】29． Origins The harvest festival Changes importance/significance 30．D 31．A 32．C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一些节日的起源以及节日的重要性。
29．①考查名词。根据第一段的句子“Festivals are celebrated all around the world. They have a wide range of origins, such as the seasons of the year, religions, famous figures, and important events.(世界各地都庆祝节日。它们的起源很广泛，比如一年中的季节、宗教、著名人物和重要事件)”可知，节日的起源广泛，比如一年中的季节、宗教、著名人物和重要事件，所以空格处填origins。②考查名词短语。分析第二段的主语内容可知，第二段主要讲的是丰收节的时间、目的和庆祝活动，所以空格处填The harvest festival。③考查名词。根据第三段第一句“Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time.(习俗在节日中扮演着重要的角色，但有时它们会随着时间的推移而改变)”和下文的例子可知，第三段主要讲的是节日的发展变化，所以空格处填changes。④考查名词。根据第五段第一句“Festivals are an important part of society.(节日是社会的重要组成部分。)”和下文的内容可知，第五段主要讲的是节日的重要性，所以空格处填importance/significance。故答案为①Origins；②The harvest festival；③Changes；④importance/significance。
30．细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句“However, no matter how different they may seem, all over the world, the spirit of sharing joy, gratitude, love, or peace is common in all festivals.(然而，无论它们看起来多么不同，在世界各地，分享快乐、感激、爱或和平的精神在所有节日中都是共同的)”可知，所有节日的共同精神是分享快乐。故选D项。
31．细节理解题。根据第二段的句子“In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during the springtime— the Egyptian harvest season.(在古埃及，丰收节是在春天庆祝的——埃及的收获季节)”可知，在古埃及，丰收节是在春天举行的。故选A项。
32．推理判断题。根据第三段的句子“One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of lighting firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. Nowadays, many big cities have given up this custom in order to avoid air pollution.(一个例子是典型的中国春节习俗，燃放鞭炮驱除邪灵，庆祝新年。 如今，为了避免空气污染，许多大城市已经放弃了这种习俗)”可知，春节期间我们会体会到人们更加注重保护环境。故选C项。
The Double Ninth Festival falls on the ninth day of the ninth month of the Chinese lunar calendar and people usually celebrate it by going mountain climbing. 33 . However, they are an important part of Chinese culture and we must protect and maintain them.
Traditional festivals teach us a lot about our nation’s history. The Dragon Boat Festival, for example, is celebrated in honor of Qu Yuan, a great poet living in the Warring States period of ancient China. People have celebrated it with zongzi and dragon boat races for centuries. 34 . Promoting traditional festivals helps spread knowledge about national history.
35 . Many festivals, such as the Mid-Autumn Festival, have a caring, family-centered message at their heart. The full moon on the festival is considered to stand for family togetherness and family members will come back home even if they live very far away. With the celebrations of these festivals, younger generations learn to honor fine Chinese values.
Finally, traditional festivals are a source of national pride and help shape our sense of national identity. For example, we celebrate the Qingming Festival and the Laba Festival with unique customs, and these shared experiences bring us together as a people. 36 .
Traditional festivals have been passed down to us from previous generations. 37 .
A．Some will get together, appreciating the full moon.
B．It is our responsibility to protect them for the coming generations.
C．Memorizing national history helps with our all-around development.
D．Traditional festivals also enable us to learn more about fine Chinese values.
E．Traditional festivals tell us who we are and fill us with pride in being Chinese.
F．As a result, the story of Qu Yuan is passed down from generation to generation.
G．Unfortunately, many traditional festivals are becoming less and less popular in modern society.
【答案】33．G 34．F 35．D 36．E 37．B
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了传统节日的价值并呼吁大家保护传统节日。
33．根据下文“However, they are an important part of Chinese culture and we must protect and maintain them.”(然而，它们是中国文化的重要组成部分，我们必须保护和维护它们。)可知，上下文之间为转折关系，结合选项G项Unfortunately, many traditional festivals are becoming less and less popular in modern society.(不幸的是，许多传统节日在现代社会变得越来越不受欢迎。)指出传统节日的现状，与下文“我们必须保护和维护它们”形成转折关系，符合逻辑。故选G项。
34．根据上文“The Dragon Boat Festival, for example, is celebrated in honor of Qu Yuan, a great poet living in the Warring States period of ancient China.”(例如，端午节是为了纪念屈原而庆祝的，屈原是中国古代战国时期的一位伟大诗人。)可知，本段是用端午节纪念屈原为例来论证推广传统节日有助于传播历史知识的观点。结合选项F项As a result, the story of Qu Yuan is passed down from generation to generation.(因此，屈原的故事就代代相传。)可知，和上文紧密连接，形成因果关系，符合语境。故选F项。
35．根据下文“With the celebrations of these festivals, younger generations learn to honor fine Chinese values.”(通过庆祝这些节日，年轻一代学会了尊重中国的优良价值观。)可知，本段介绍的是通过庆祝传统节日，年轻一代可以学习中国价值观。结合选项D项Traditional festivals also enable us to learn more about fine Chinese values.(传统节日也让我们了解到更多中国的优秀价值观。)最能概括本段主题，且D项中的“fine Chinese values”与后文中的“fine Chinese values”相呼应。故选D项。
36．根据上文“Finally, traditional festivals are a source of national pride and help shape our sense of national identity.”(最后，传统节日是民族自豪感的源泉，有助于塑造我们的民族认同感。)可知本段介绍的是传统节日有助于塑造民族自豪感和民族认同感。结合选项E项Traditional festivals tell us who we are and fill us with pride in being Chinese.(传统节日告诉我们我们是谁，让我们为自己是中国人而自豪。)可知，与本段主题一致，符合语境。故选E项。
37．根据上文“Traditional festivals have been passed down to us from previous generations.”(传统节日是祖祖辈辈传下来的。)可知，本段是在重申观点，呼吁我们保护传统节日。结合选项B项It is our responsibility to protect them for the coming generations.(为下一代保护它们是我们的责任。)可知，是对上文内容的语意递进，上下文紧密连接。故选B项。
Chinese New Year has been welcomed in Britain with its biggest ever program of event sand celebrations.
From London’s Trafalgar Square to major cities across Britain, tens of thousands of British people have joined Chinese communities to celebrate the arrival of the New Year. In Manchester there was a Dragon Parade (舞龙表演), led by a very impressive 54-meter long dragon, ending in Chinatown where there was traditional Chinese entertainment, more than 6,000 lanterns, street food villages and a fireworks show. Celebrations also took place in Liverpool, Birmingham, Durham, Edinburgh, Leeds and Newcastle.
Academic Dr Wu Kegang said that the Chinese New Year event in Britain “is now bigger than ever and it is growing every year”. When Wu arrived in Britain 26 years ago from Guangdong, the first thing he noticed was that Chinese New Year was celebrated mainly in towns and cities with big Chinese communities. “You would go to London Chinatown and join your countrymen to celebrate, or to Chinatowns in places like Liverpool and Manchester for events almost only held for Chinese people,” Wu recalled.
“Now it is so different, and we are seeing local communities all over the country taking part, alongside their own Chinese populations,” he said. “It is clear to me that the celebrations will continue to grow in Britain. Chinese New Year has earned its place in the calendar of events in Britain, and is here to stay.”
38．What can we know about Chinese New Year celebrations from Paragraph 2
A．A Dragon Parade was held in Trafalgar Square.
B．The 54-meter long dragon started from Chinatown.
C．One thousand British people have joined the celebration.
D．Many cities in Britain held activities to welcome Chinese New Year.
39．How was Chinese New Year celebrated in Britain 26years ago
A．It was celebrated mainly by Chinese communities.
B．It was celebrated by local communities all over the country.
C．It was only celebrated in London, Liverpool and Manchester.
D．It was celebrated by tens of thousands of British people with Chinese people.
40．How will Chinese New Year develop in Britain according to Dr Wu
A．It will lose its attraction.
B．It will become a British official holiday.
C．More and more British people will join in the celebrations.
D．It will become one of the most important events in Britain.
41．What does this passage mainly tell us
A．How Chinese New Year is celebrated in Britain.
B．Where Chinese New Year is celebrated in Britain.
C．Chinese culture is more attractive than British culture.
D．Chinese New Year has become more and more popular in Britain.
【答案】38．D 39．A 40．C 41．D
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国新年在英国越来越受欢迎。
38．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“From London's Trafalgar Square to major cities across Britain, tens of thousands of British people have joined Chinese communities to celebrate the arrival of the New Year.(从伦敦的特拉法加广场到英国各大城市，成千上万的英国人加入到华人社区庆祝新年的到来。)”可知，从第二段中我们可以了解到英国许多城市都举行了庆祝中国新年的活动。故选D项。
39．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“When Wu arrived in Britain 26 years ago from Guangdong, the first thing he noticed was that Chinese New Year was celebrated mainly in towns and cities with big Chinese communities.(26年前，当吴从广东来到英国时，他注意到的第一件事是，中国新年主要在华人聚居的城镇庆祝。)”可知，26年前，当吴博士来到英国时，中国的新年主要由华人社区庆祝。故选A项。
40．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“It is clear to me that the celebrations will continue to grow in Britain. Chinese New Year has earned its place in the calendar of events in Britain, and is here to stay.(我很清楚，英国的庆祝活动将继续扩大。中国新年已经在英国的日历上赢得了一席之地，并将继续留在这里。)”可知，吴博士认为中国新年的发展趋势是将有越来越多的英国人将参加庆祝活动。故选C项。
41．主旨大意题。分析全文内容，再根据文章第一段“Chinese New Year has been welcomed in Britain with its biggest ever program of event sand celebrations.(英国举办了有史以来规模最大的庆祝活动来迎接中国新年。)”和最后一段“Chinese New Year has earned its place in the calendar of events in Britain, and is here to stay.(中国新年已经在英国的日历上赢得了一席之地，并将继续留在这里。)”可知，文章主要介绍了中国新年在英国越来越受欢迎。故选D项。
二、完形填空
Holi (洒红节) is a cheerful festival that has been celebrated in India for centuries. It marks the 42 of winter and welcomes the beginning of spring, and it also 43 the victory of good over evil. The second day is also called The Festival of Color when people 44 colored powders (粉末) to one another, party and enjoy. I once had a(n) 45 experience in India.
We started in the guesthouse with our hosts, their young son, and other 46 . We had a lot of 47 with putting colors on each other of their cheeks and foreheads. We walked all over town, 48 everyone we met and having color spread onto our faces by 49 everywhere we went, while we did the same in return. I had always thought that you threw colored powder at each other, but the 50 way to do it for Holi is to say “Happy Holi!”.
There were other foreigners around, but it was 51 locals and everyone was so happy and excited. They 52 us with delight and hugged us, and we even saw a number of people crying in joy. This festival really 53 the best in people and made you feel what it is like to be a 54 again.
The thing I love about this festival is that it is free. You can just wander 55 to enjoy the celebrations. There are organized Holi events you can go to in different cities, but I love this local 56 .
42．A．beauty B．cold C．end D．effect
43．A．decides B．explains C．represents D．updates
44．A．apply B．give C．introduce D．donate
45．A．amazing B．horrible C．strange D．unforgettable
46．A．students B．colleagues C．guides D．guests
47．A．fun B．failure C．advice D．success
48．A．inviting B．greeting C．thanking D．encouraging
49．A．runners B．locals C．organizers D．tourists
50．A．proper B．effective C．positive D．flexible
51．A．actually B．mostly C．extremely D．really
52．A．called B．warned C．approached D．respected
53．A．brought out B．took up C．set off D．got through
54．A．kid B．figure C．winner D．villager
55．A．proudly B．confidently C．continuously D．aimlessly
56．A．environment B．occasion C．experience D．attraction
【答案】
42．C 43．C 44．A 45．D 46．D 47．A 48．B 49．B 50．A 51．B 52．C 53．A 54．A 55．D 56．C
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了作者在印度体验洒红节的难忘经历，介绍了洒红节的意义以及节日中人们的庆祝活动和欢乐氛围。
42．考查名词词义辨析。句意：它标志着冬天的结束，迎来春天的开始。A. beauty美丽；B. cold寒冷；C. end结束；D. effect影响。根据下文“welcomes the beginning of spring” 可知，洒红节标志着冬天的结束，迎来春天。故选C。
43．考查动词词义辨析。句意：它也代表着正义战胜邪恶。A. decides 决定；B. explains解释；C. represents代表；D. updates更新。根据上文“It marks”以及下文 “the victory of good over evil” 可知，洒红节代表着一种美好的寓意，即正义战胜邪恶。故选C。
44．考查动词词义辨析。句意：第二天也被称为色彩节，人们互相涂抹彩色粉末，聚会并享受节日。A. apply涂抹；B. give给；C. introduce介绍；D. donate捐赠。根据下文“colored powders to one another” 可知，人们在节日中互相把彩色粉末涂抹到对方身上。故选A。
45．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我曾经在印度有过一次难忘的经历。A. amazing令人惊奇的；B. horrible可怕的；C. strange奇怪的；D. unforgettable难忘的。从后文作者对自己在洒红节经历的描述可知，这次经历让作者印象深刻，是难忘的。故选D。
46．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们和主人、他们年幼的儿子以及其他客人一起在宾馆开始庆祝。A. students学生；B. colleagues同事；C. guides导游；D. guests客人。根据“in the guesthouse with our hosts” 可知，在宾馆里，除了主人和他们的儿子，就是其他客人了。故选D。
47．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们互相把颜色涂在脸颊和额头上，玩得很开心。A. fun乐趣；B. failure失败；C. advice建议；D. success成功。根据下文“putting colors on each other of their cheeks and foreheads.”可知，玩得很开心，“have a lot of fun” 是固定搭配，意为 “玩得很开心”，符合节日氛围。故选A。
48．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们走遍了整个城镇，向遇到的每个人打招呼。A. inviting邀请；B. greeting打招呼；C. thanking感谢；D. encouraging鼓励。根据上文“We walked all over town”可知，在节日中，人们见到彼此会打招呼。故选B。
49．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们走到哪里，都有当地人把彩色粉末涂到我们脸上，我们也这样回报他们。A. runners跑步者；B. locals当地人；C. organizers组织者；D. tourists游客。根据下文“locals”可知，在当地庆祝洒红节，给作者涂彩色粉末的主要是当地人。故选B。
50．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我一直以为是互相扔彩色粉末，但洒红节合适的做法是说 “洒红节快乐！”。A. proper合适的；B. effective有效的；C. positive积极的；D. flexible灵活的。根据下文“Holi is to say “Happy Holi!”.”可知，这里是说作者了解到了洒红节正确、合适的做法。故选A。
51．考查副词词义辨析。句意：周围有其他外国人，但大多数是当地人。A. actually实际上；B. mostly大多数；C. extremely极其；D. really真正地。根据上文“Holi (洒红节) is a cheerful festival that has been celebrated in India for centuries.”可知，强调在庆祝活动中，人数上以当地人为主。故选B。
52．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们高兴地走近我们并拥抱我们。A. called呼叫；B. warned警告；C. approached走近；D. respected尊重。根据下文“ hugged us” 可知，他们先走近作者等人然后拥抱。故选C。
53．考查动词短语辨析。句意：这个节日真正地激发出了人们最美好的一面，让你感觉自己又像个孩子。A. brought out激发出；B. took up占据；C. set off出发；D. got through通过。根据上文“we even saw a number of people crying in joy.”可知，个节日真地激发出了人们最美好的一面。“bring out the best in sb.”是固定搭配，意为“激发出某人最好的一面”。故选A。
54．考查名词词义辨析。句意：这个节日真地激发出了人们最美好的一面，让你感觉自己又像个孩子。A. kid孩子；B. figure人物；C. winner获胜者；D. villager村民。根据上文“we even saw a number of people crying in joy.”可知，在节日中人们开心玩耍，那种快乐和纯真让人感觉像孩子一样。故选A。
55．考查副词词义辨析。句意：你可以漫无目的地闲逛来享受庆祝活动。A. proudly自豪地；B. confidently自信地；C. continuously连续地；D. aimlessly漫无目的地。根据上文“it is free”可知，可以漫无目的地闲逛来享受庆祝活动，“wander aimlessly”表示“漫无目的地闲逛”，符合人们在节日中随意享受的状态。故选D。
56．考查名词词义辨析。句意：不同城市也组织的洒红节活动，但我喜欢这种当地的经历。A. environment环境；B. occasion场合；C. experience经历；D. attraction吸引。根据前文作者描述自己在当地的庆祝经历可知，这里说的是喜欢这种当地的体验经历。故选C。
My sons, aged 12 and 14, are lucky enough to have been skiing in the French Alps most years since they were young. And if you asked them, or my husband and I, for that 57 , we’d all say these winter trips have been our most 58 times as a family.
It didn’t start 59 , however. When we first put the eldest on skis, on a 60 slope (坡道) in Chamonix when he was three or four, I had to 61 him with pieces of chocolate between each run as his skis “felt funny” on his feet. We 62 it a few years, and tried again when his younger brother was old enough to join in, choosing resorts (胜地) with great 63 for family skiing. Under the guidance of super-friendly ski instructors and thanks to the dog-themed forest fun parks, they both completely 64 the mountains, and we’ve been 65 magical Alpine moments together ever since.
As they’ve got older and gained more confidence in their skiing and 66 in their legs, we’ve loved introducing them to the 67 ski resorts and steeper terrain (地形) at Les Arcs, where they also took great 68 in beating us both on the ski-cross course.
But these winter trips to the French Alps are about far more than just the skiing. They’re about 69 together on chairlifts in the sunshine, gazing the breathtaking scenery of the mountains, and the 70 of diving into snow-covered mountain huts for hot chocolates during blizzards.
It’s fair to say we’ve never once been 71 by a ski holiday in the French Alps. So, for now, the only question is: “Which resort are we going to ”
57．A．matter B．growth C．sight D．address
58．A．respectful B．memorable C．considerate D．indifferent
59．A．unexpectedly B．accidentally C．eventually D．perfectly
60．A．senior B．nursery C．uneven D．grassy
61．A．educate B．impress C．motivate D．evaluate
62．A．kept B．loved C．left D．owned
63．A．reputations B．discoveries C．experiments D．organizations
64．A．attended on B．flew over C．parted from D．fell for
65．A．recording B．enjoying C．assuming D．imagining
66．A．standards B．researches C．strength D．observation
67．A．extensive B．luxurious C．remote D．isolated
68．A．care B．account C．consideration D．delight
69．A．floating B．arguing C．skating D．laughing
70．A．regret B．contentment C．struggle D．reflection
71．A．disappointed B．embarrassed C．frightened D．overwhelmed
【答案】
57．A 58．B 59．D 60．B 61．C 62．C 63．A 64．D 65．B 66．C 67．A 68．D 69．D 70．B 71．A
【导语】本文是篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者和丈夫从两个儿子很小的时候，就培养他们滑雪的爱好，一家人多次在冬季来到法国的阿尔卑斯山滑雪，成为全家最享受、也是最难忘的时光。
57．考查名词词义辨析。句意：如果你问他们，或者问我丈夫和我，就这点而言，我们都会说，这些冬季旅行是我们全家最难忘的时光。A. matter事情、问题；for that matter就这点而言；B. growth成长；C. sight视线、视野；D. address地址。根据上句“My sons, aged 12 and 14, are lucky enough to have been skiing in the French Alps most years since they were young.(我的两个儿子，一个12岁，一个14岁，很幸运，从小就在法国阿尔卑斯山滑雪了很多年。)”可知，本句是就上句提到的两个儿子从小就在阿尔卑斯山滑雪多年这一点来作问答，就这点而言，他们都认为这是全家最难忘的时光。故选A。
58．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：如果你问他们，或者问我丈夫和我，就这点而言，我们都会说，这些冬季旅行是我们全家最难忘的时光。A. respectful尊敬的；B. memorable难忘的；C. considerate体贴的、考虑周到的；D. indifferent漠不关心的。根据第四段“But these winter trips to the French Alps are about far more than just the skiing. They’re about 　13　together on chairlifts in the sunshine, gazing the breathtaking scenery of the mountains, and the 　14　 of diving into snow-covered mountain huts for hot chocolates during blizzards.”可知，作者一家非常享受阿尔卑斯山的冬季旅行，对他们而言应该是非常难忘的时光。故选B。
59．考查副词词义辨析。句意：然而，它的开始并不完美。A. unexpectedly出乎意料地；B. accidentally意外地、偶然地；C. eventually最终、终于；D. perfectly完美地。根据第2小题和该句的转折词“however”以及下句“When we first put the eldest on skis, on a 　4 slope (坡道) in Chamonix when he was three or four, I had to 　5　 him with pieces of chocolate between each run as his skis “felt funny” on his feet.”可知，这些旅行虽然令人难忘，但是一开始教孩子滑雪时，并不是很顺利，可见开始并不完美。故选D。
60．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当他三四岁的时候，我们第一次让他在夏蒙尼的一个幼儿斜坡上滑雪，我不得不在每次滑雪之间给他几块巧克力来激励他，因为他的滑雪板踩在他的脚上让他“感觉很有趣”。A. senior年长的、高级的；B. nursery幼儿的；C. uneven不平滑的；D. grassy长满草的。根据下文“when he was three or four”和常识可知，大儿子当时只有三四岁，所以学习滑雪时应该是在滑雪场的幼儿专用滑道上。故选B。
61．考查动词词义辨析。句意：当他三四岁的时候，我们第一次让他在夏蒙尼的一个幼儿斜坡上滑雪，我不得不在每次滑雪之间给他几块巧克力来激励他，因为他的滑雪板踩在他的脚上让他“感觉很有趣”。A. educate教育；B. impress使印象深刻；C. motivate激励、鼓励；D. evaluate评价、评估。根据下文“as his skis “felt funny” on his feet”和常识可知，三四岁的孩子的专注力应该是被脚上的滑雪板吸引了，所以就没有兴趣和耐心去滑雪，因此作者需要用巧克力作为奖励来激励他。故选C。
62．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们离开了几年，当他的弟弟大到可以加入的时候，我们又试了一次，选择了以家庭滑雪闻名的度假村。A. kept保持、保留；B. loved爱、热爱；C. left离开；D. owned拥有。根据下文“choosing resorts (胜地) with great 　7　 for family skiing.”可知，作者一家又选择了其他以家庭滑雪闻名的度假村，说明他们离开了原来的滑雪场。故选C。
63．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们离开了几年，当他的弟弟大到可以加入的时候，我们又试了一次，选择了以家庭滑雪闻名的度假村。A. reputations名声、声誉；B. discoveries发现；C. experiments实验；D. organizations组织。根据后文“for family skiing”可知，作者是全家人一起滑雪，所以他们会选择在家庭滑雪方面名声好的度假村。故选A。
64．考查动词短语辨析。句意：在超级友好的滑雪教练的指导下，再加上以狗为主题的森林游乐园，他们俩都完全爱上了高山，从那以后，我们就一直在一起享受着神奇的高山时刻。A. attended on照顾、照料；B. flew over飞越；C. parted from与……分开；D. fell for爱上、迷恋。根据上文“thanks to”可知，两个孩子应该是在教练的指导下，在以及以狗为主题的森林游乐园里，爱上了在高山上滑雪，也爱上了这些高山。故选D。
65．考查动词词义辨析。句意：在超级友好的滑雪教练的指导下，再加上以狗为主题的森林游乐园，他们俩都完全爱上了高山，从那以后，我们就一直在一起享受着神奇的高山时刻。A. recording记录；B. enjoying享受、欣赏；C. assuming假设；D. imagining想象。根据上文“they both completely 　8　 the mountains(他们俩都完全爱上了高山)”可知，两个孩子都非常喜欢在高山上滑雪，从此他们一家人就可以一起在高山上滑雪，享受这种神奇的时刻。故选B。
66．考查名词词义辨析。句意：随着他们年龄的增长，他们对自己的滑雪技术和腿部力量越来越有信心，我们喜欢介绍他们来到Les Arcs广阔的滑雪场和更陡峭的地形，他们也很高兴在滑雪越野赛道上打败我们俩。A. standards标准；B. researches研究；C. strength力量；D. observation观察。根据前文“As they’ve got older”可知，随着年龄的增长，两个儿子腿部的力量应该都所增加，他们对此也越来越有信心。故选C。
67．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：随着他们年龄的增长，他们对自己的滑雪技术和腿部力量越来越有信心，我们喜欢介绍他们来到Les Arcs广阔的滑雪场和更陡峭的地形，他们也很高兴在滑雪越野赛道上打败我们俩。A. extensive广阔的；B. luxurious奢侈的、豪华的；C. remote遥远的；D. isolated偏僻的、与世隔绝的。根据后文“steeper terrain”可知，两个儿子各方面都提高很快，滑雪技术应该也越来越好，这样就可以去挑战新的滑雪场地，Les Arcs更陡峭、更广阔的滑雪场更适合他们提升技术，所以作者夫妇把孩子带到了这里。故选A。
68．考查名词词义辨析。句意：随着他们年龄的增长，他们对自己的滑雪技术和腿部力量越来越有信心，我们喜欢介绍他们来到Les Arcs广阔的滑雪场和更陡峭的地形，他们也很高兴在滑雪越野赛道上打败我们俩。A. care照顾；B. account账户；C. consideration考虑；D. delight高兴。根据上文“they both completely 　8　 the mountains,and we’ve been 　9　 magical Alpine moments together ever since.(他们俩都完全爱上了高山，从那以后，我们就一直在一起享受着神奇的高山时刻。)”和前文“also”可知，孩子们来到新的滑雪度假村后，在更加广阔和陡峭的赛道上滑雪，同样很喜欢与父母一起滑雪的时刻，能够在赛道上战胜父母应该也是非常高兴的。故选D。
69．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们在阳光下坐在缆车上一起欢笑，凝视着令人惊叹的山景，在暴风雪中满足地潜入白雪覆盖的山间小屋享用热巧克力。A. floating漂浮；B. arguing争论；C. skating滑冰；D. laughing笑。根据后文“on chairlifts in the sunshine”可知，孩子们坐在缆车上沐浴着阳光，应该是很快乐，有说有笑的。故选D。
70．考查名词词义辨析。句意：他们在阳光下坐在缆车上一起欢笑，凝视着令人惊叹的山景，在暴风雪中满足地潜入白雪覆盖的山间小屋享用热巧克力。A. regret后悔、遗憾；B. contentment满足、满意；C. struggle斗争、奋斗；D. reflection反映、反射。根据后文“diving into snow-covered mountain huts for hot chocolates during blizzards”可知，在寒冷暴风雪中，能够进入白雪覆盖的山间小屋，喝上一杯热巧克力是非常满足的。故选B。
71．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：公平地说，我们从来没有对法国阿尔卑斯山的滑雪假期感到失望。A. disappointed感到失望；B. embarrassed感到尴尬；C. frightened感到恐惧；D. overwhelmed被压倒的、被淹没的。根据第一段“And if you asked them, or my husband and I, for that 　1　 ,we’d all say these winter trips have been our most 　2　　 times as a family.(如果你问他们，或者问我丈夫和我，就这点而言，我们都会说，这些冬季旅行是我们全家最难忘的时光。)”和下句“So, for now, the only question is: “Which resort are we going to ”(所以，现在唯一的问题是：“我们要去哪个度假村？”)”可知，作者全家都认为去法国阿尔卑斯山的滑雪旅行是他们最难忘的时光，现在只需要问去那里的哪个度假村就可以了，可见他们从未对去阿尔卑斯山的滑雪假期感到失望过。故选A。
Yesterday was Mother’s Day. Unfortunately, my mother was not among the many happy mothers, as I couldn’t visit her this year. I made a 72 on the phone that I would go to see her as soon as possible.
My mother always says that kids don’t need to 73 a national day to say they love their mums. However, I remember one year I 74 calling her on that very day, and the next morning she rang up to complain about it.
If you 75 Thailand, you could hear the sentimental (伤感的) songs about mothers’ greatest love playing in public places a week before the holiday. Schools, especially, take th

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