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Grain Rain 1.originates from the old saying, "Rain brings up the growth(grow) of hundreds of grains," which shows that this period of rainfall is 2.extremely(extreme) important for the growth of crops. 3.翻译：The Grain Rain signals the end of cold weather and a rapid rise in temperature.
“谷雨”这个节气的名称来源于俗语“雨生百谷”，由此可以看出，在这段时间内雨水对于庄稼的生长是何等重要。翻译：谷雨的到来代表着寒冷天气的终结和温度的攀升。
Grain Rain brings a 4.marked increase in temperature and rainfall and the grains grow faster and stronger. It's a key time to 5.protect the crops from insect pests.
谷雨带来了温度和降水量的明显增长，谷物成长地愈发快速和结实。这段时间是防虫蛀谷的关键期。
Grain Rain falls between the end of spring and the beginning of summer, with infrequent cold air 6.moving to the south and 7.lingering cold air in the north. From the 8.end of April to the beginning of May, the temperature rises much 9.higher than it does in March. With dry soil, an10.unsteady atmosphere and heavy winds, gales and sandstorms become more frequent.
谷雨降临在春末和夏初之间，伴随着少量冷空气南下，北方的冷空气依旧停滞不走。四月底到五月初，温度上升地比三月要快得多。受土壤干燥、大气不稳定和强风影响，狂风和沙尘暴变得更加频繁。
There is an old custom in southern China that people drink tea on the day of Grain Rain. Spring tea during Grain Rain is rich in vitamins and amino acids, which can help to remove heat from the body and is good for the eyes. 11.翻译：It is also said that drinking tea on this day would prevent bad luck.
中国南方有个习俗：人们要在谷雨当天饮茶。谷雨期间的春茶富含维他命和氨基酸，对身体散热和明目都有帮助。还有一种说法：谷雨喝茶可抵挡厄运。
People in northern China have the tradition to eat the vegetable toona sinensis during Grain Rain. An old Chinese saying goes "toona sinensis before the rain is as tender as silk". The vegetable is nutritious有营养的，滋养的 and can help to strengthen the immune免疫的 system. It is also good for the stomach and skin.
中国北方人有谷雨吃香椿的传统。俗话说：“雨前椿芽嫩如丝”，这种蔬菜营养丰富，有助于增强免疫系统，还有利于健胃护肤。
Grain Rain marks the start of the fishermen's first voyage of the year. The custom dates back more than 2,000 years ago, when people believed they owed a good harvest to the gods, who protected them from the stormy seas. People would worship the sea and stage sacrifice rites on the Grain Rain festival, 12.praying for a bountiful harvest and a safe voyage for their loved ones.
谷雨标志着渔民们在这一年里的首次出海。该习俗可追溯到两千多年前，当时人们认为是神灵保佑他们免受风暴袭击，获得丰收。在谷雨庆典仪式上，人们会祭海并举行相关仪式，祈求丰收，也祈求所爱之人出海平安。
Task1: Read para2-6 and match the sub-title with each paragraph
Para2 祭海
Para3 吃香椿
Para4 喝雨前茶
Para5 沙尘暴兴
Para6 农耕关键期
1. Which of the following is not true during Grain Rain
A.The temperature and rainfall increase.
B.There is still frequent cold air in the north.
C.Gales and sandstorms are very common.
D.The cold weather ends during Grain Rain.
2. Drinking tea on the day of Grain Rain ____________.
A.is an old custom in Northern China
B.can help to remove heat from the air
C.is good for the eyes
D. would bring in good luck
3.We can learn from the passage that ______________.
A.only ancient Chinese celebrate the Grain Rain festival.
B. all the fishermen start their voyage on the day of Grain Rain
C.gods protect fishermen from the danger
Grain Rain is crucial both to farming and fishing
Which of the following word can replace the underlined word stage in para.6
period B. present C. process D. plan
答案：DCDB
24 Solar Terms: 6 things you must know about Rain Water
The traditional Chinese solar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. The 24 solar terms are determined by changes in the sun's position in the zodiac during the year. They were first used in China and now are followed in many other parts of the world. In China, the 24 solar terms were created thousands of years ago to guide agricultural production. They also reflect China's rich history through the seasonal festivals, special foods, cultural ceremonies, family gatherings and even healthy living tips that correspond with each solar term.
Rain Water (Chinese: 雨水) this year starts on Feb 19 and ends on Mar 5. Rain Water signals the increase in rainfall and rise in temperature. With its arrival, lively spring-like scenery starts blossoming: the river water defreezes, wild geese move from south to north, and trees and grass turn green again.
Rain Water is the best time of the year to consume fresh bamboo shoots. It is said one can only know the taste of spring after enjoying the bamboo shoots. The cooking of bamboo shoots in China dates back to over 2,000 years ago, according to the Book of Songs.
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。
Grain Rain, just as the name implies, is a crucial time for grains to grow. There is ___1___ old saying, "Rain brings up hundreds of grains," which indicates the importance of this season.
In the northern part of China, the first heavy rain usually occurs during this time of year, ___2___ is the peak time for planting rice, corn, and the ___3___ (grow) of cotton.
Chinese toon(香椿) is a delicious seasonal plant ___4___ (eat) during this period of time. ___5___ (it) new grown leaves are as tender(嫩) as silk. Not only ___6___ it taste good, but is also very good for health. It is very ___7___ (nutrition) and can improve the immune system. ___8___ (fresh) made tofu with Chinese toon is a traditional cold dish for people in the northern part of China.
Drinking tea is an old custom in the southern part of China. The mild temperatures and plentiful rainfall in the season make the spring tea leaves rich in a variety of vitamins and amino acids(氨基酸), ___9___ (give) the taste of spring tea a fresh and pleasant smell.Along the northern coast of China, fishermen ___10___ (celebrate) the grain rain festival for more than 2,000 years. On this day, fishermen in coastal areas pray for safety and a good harvest.
Keys：
1.an2.which3.growth4.toeat5.Its 6.does7.nutritious8.Freshly9.giving10.have celebrated
Task4: 阅读七选五
Shangsi Festival, also known as the Double Third Festival, is an ancient Chinese festival celebrated on the third day of the third lunar month, which falls on April 14 this year.
_____________________, including Han and Zhuang, to ward off evil spirits and natural disasters.
The Shangsi Festival is also a day considered to be the possible birthday of the Yellow Emperor. A well-known phrase goes, "San yue san, Xuan Yuan sheng", meaning, "On the third day of the third month, the Xuan Yuan (Yellow Emperor) was born."
In 2018, the Communist Youth League's Central Committee set the third day of the third lunar month as China Huafu Day (Chinese National Costume Day), as a way to advocate the beauty of traditional Chinese clothes. The first event was celebrated on April 18 that year in Xi'an.
Origin of the festival
2._____________________ Some say it stems from a dinner party held on the banks of the Qushui River during the Zhou Dynasty (1100 - 221 BC). Others say it comes from the custom of getting rid of evil by bathing in the river. On this day, people would hold a sacrificial ceremony by the riverside to honor their ancestors, then bathe in the river with herbs to cleanse and purify their bodies. 3. _____________________ – these scenes were described in the ancient text, Shi Jing (The Book of Songs).
Customs of the festival
It's a traditional Han festival, as well as an occasion for many of the minority nationalities in China. People once held celebrations across the country.
During the festival, Han people would go for outings, enjoy flowers in the fields and dates with their lovers. It is also a day used for cleansing rituals to prevent disease and getting rid of bad luck.
To the Zhuang ethnic group in Southwest China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, 4. _____________________Since 1983, singing festivals have been held annually on this day throughout Guangxi.
There is a folk tale about singing traditions in ancient China, where a renowned singer's daughter chose her husband by holding a singing competition and found her true love. Since then, hunting for lovers by singing has become a tradition.
在中国古代有一个关于歌唱传统的民间故事，一位著名歌手的女儿通过举办一场歌唱比赛，选择了她的丈夫，找到了她的真爱。从那时起，通过唱歌来寻找恋人已经成为一种传统
Bamboo dancing is another essential activity for the Zhuang people on March 3 on the lunar calendar. Teenagers and adults dress in festive costumes while beating drums and expressing their admiration for each other.
竹舞是农历3月3日对壮族人的另一项重要活动。青少年和成年人穿着节日服装，一边打鼓，一边表达对彼此的钦佩。
In the southern Chinese island province of Hainan, the Li and Miao people celebrate the special day as the "Festival of Love", along with it being a day for remembering ancestors.
The She, Dong, Yao and Tujia ethnic groups also have a tradition of celebrating on the third day of the third lunar month.
。在中国南部的海南省，李苗人和苗族人庆祝这个特殊的日子为“爱的节日”，同时也是一个纪念祖先的日子。女、东、姚、土家族也有在农历第三天庆祝的传统。
Traditional food
Five-colored sticky rice and painted eggs are traditional food for the Shangsi Festival. 5. _____________________People will make five-colored sticky rice cake, which can be eaten directly after steaming or made into fried rice. It is made by using various natural colorings, such as buffalo grass, which has bright colors and stimulates the appetite.
A.March 3 is a festival for young people to sing songs and find their true love.
B.As Shangsi Festival happens so close to Qingming Festival, many young people today only know about the latter.
C.There are many theories about the festival's true origins.
D.The Zhuang people believe rice is good for health and painted eggs are seen as a symbol of love.
E.Following that, young men and women would go for a spring outing
F.Shangsi Festival activities have changed with the times.
G.It is a festival mainly observed by Chinese ethnic groups
答案：GCEADGrain Rain 1.o from the old saying, "Rain brings up the __________(grow) of hundreds of grains," which shows that this period of rainfall is 2.___________ (extreme) important for the growth of crops. 3.翻译：The Grain Rain signals the end of cold weather and a rapid rise in temperature.
“谷雨”这个节气的名称来源于俗语“雨生百谷”，由此可以看出，在这段时间内雨水对于庄稼的生长是何等重要。_____________________________________________
Grain Rain brings a 4.__________(mark) increase in temperature and rainfall and the grains grow faster and stronger. It's a key time to 5.___________the crops from insect pests.
谷雨带来了温度和降水量的明显增长，谷物成长地愈发快速和结实。这段时间是防虫蛀谷的关键期。
Grain Rain falls between the end of spring and the beginning of summer, with infrequent cold air 6.___________(move) to the south and 7.____________(linger) cold air in the north. From the 8._____ of April to the beginning of May, the temperature rises much 9._________(high) than it does in March. With dry soil, an10.__________(steady) atmosphere and heavy winds, gales and sandstorms become more frequent.
谷雨降临在春末和夏初之间，伴随着少量冷空气南下，北方的冷空气依旧停滞不走。四月底到五月初，温度上升地比三月要快得多。受土壤干燥、大气不稳定和强风影响，狂风和沙尘暴变得更加频繁。
There is an old custom in southern China that people drink tea on the day of Grain Rain. Spring tea during Grain Rain is rich in vitamins and amino acids, which can help to remove heat from the body and is good for the eyes. 11.翻译：It is also said that drinking tea on this day would prevent bad luck.
中国南方有个习俗：人们要在谷雨当天饮茶。谷雨期间的春茶富含维他命和氨基酸，对身体散热和明目都有帮助。_____________________________________________
People in northern China have the tradition to eat the vegetable toona sinensis during Grain Rain. An old Chinese saying goes "toona sinensis before the rain is as tender as silk". The vegetable is nutritious有营养的，滋养的 and can help to strengthen the immune免疫的 system. It is also good for the stomach and skin.
中国北方人有谷雨吃香椿的传统。俗话说：“雨前椿芽嫩如丝”，这种蔬菜营养丰富，有助于增强免疫系统，还有利于健胃护肤。
Grain Rain marks the start of the fishermen's first voyage of the year. The custom dates back more than 2,000 years ago, when people believed they owed a good harvest to the gods, who protected them from the stormy seas. People would worship the sea and stage sacrifice rites on the Grain Rain festival, 12.___________(pray)for a bountiful harvest and a safe voyage for their loved ones.
谷雨标志着渔民们在这一年里的首次出海。该习俗可追溯到两千多年前，当时人们敬奉神灵保佑他们免受风暴袭击，获得丰收。在谷雨庆典仪式上，人们会祭海并举行相关仪式，祈求丰收，也祈求所爱之人出海平安。
Task1: Read para2-6 and match the sub-title with each paragraph
Para2 祭海
Para3 吃香椿
Para4 喝雨前茶
Para5 沙尘暴兴
Para6 农耕关键期
Task2: 阅读理解。
1. Which of the following is not true during Grain Rain
A.The temperature and rainfall increase.
B.There is still frequent cold air in the north.
C.Gales and sandstorms are very common.
D.The cold weather ends during Grain Rain.
2. Drinking tea on the day of Grain Rain ____________.
A.is an old custom in Northern China
B.can help to remove heat from the air
C.is good for the eyes
D. would bring in good luck
3.We can learn from the passage that ______________.
A.only ancient Chinese celebrate the Grain Rain festival.
B. all the fishermen start their voyage on the day of Grain Rain
C.gods protect fishermen from the danger
Grain Rain is crucial both to farming and fishing
Which of the following word can replace the underlined word stage in para.6
period B. present C. process D. plan
Task3:Fill in the blank
（一）
24 Solar Terms: 6 things you must know about Rain Water
The traditional Chinese solar calendar 1 (devide) the year into 24 solar terms. The 24 solar terms 2 (determine) by changes in the sun's position in the zodiac during the year. They were first used in China and now are followed in many other parts of the world. In China, the 24 solar terms were created thousands of years ago 3 (guide) agricultural production. They also reflect China's rich history through the 4 (season) festivals, special foods, cultural ceremonies, family 5 (gather) and even healthy living tips 6 correspond with each solar term.
Rain Water (Chinese: 雨水) this year starts on Feb 19 and ends on Mar 5. Rain Water signals the increase in rainfall and rise in temperature. With its 7 (arrive), lively spring-like scenery starts blossoming: the river water defreezes, wild geese move from south to north, and trees and grass turn green again.
Rain Water is the best time of the year 8 (consume) fresh bamboo shoots. It is said one can only know the taste of spring after enjoying the bamboo shoots. 9 cooking of bamboo shoots in China dates back 10 over 2,000 years ago, according to the Book of Songs.
（二）
Grain Rain, just as the name implies, is a crucial time for grains to grow. There is ___1___ old saying, "Rain brings up hundreds of grains," which indicates the importance of this season.
In the northern part of China, the first heavy rain usually occurs during this time of year, ___2___ is the peak time for planting rice, corn, and the ___3___ (grow) of cotton.
Chinese toon(香椿) is a delicious seasonal plant ___4___ (eat) during this period of time. ___5___ (it) new grown leaves are as tender(嫩) as silk. Not only ___6___ it taste good, but is also very good for health. It is very ___7___ (nutrition) and can improve the immune system. ___8___ (fresh) made tofu with Chinese toon is a traditional cold dish for people in the northern part of China.
Drinking tea is an old custom in the southern part of China. The mild temperatures and plentiful rainfall in the season make the spring tea leaves rich in a variety of vitamins and amino acids(氨基酸), ___9___ (give) the taste of spring tea a fresh and pleasant smell.Along the northern coast of China, fishermen ___10___ (celebrate) the grain rain festival for more than 2,000 years. On this day, fishermen in coastal areas pray for safety and a good harvest.
Task4: 阅读七选五
Shangsi Festival, also known as the Double Third Festival, is an ancient Chinese festival celebrated on the third day of the third lunar month, which falls on April 14 this year.
_____________________, including Han and Zhuang, to ward off evil spirits and natural disasters.
The Shangsi Festival is also a day considered to be the possible birthday of the Yellow Emperor. A well-known phrase goes, "San yue san, Xuan Yuan sheng", meaning, "On the third day of the third month, the Xuan Yuan (Yellow Emperor) was born."
In 2018, the Communist Youth League's Central Committee set the third day of the third lunar month as China Huafu Day (Chinese National Costume Day), as a way to advocate the beauty of traditional Chinese clothes. The first event was celebrated on April 18 that year in Xi'an.
Origin of the festival
2._____________________ Some say it stems from a dinner party held on the banks of the Qushui River during the Zhou Dynasty (1100 - 221 BC). Others say it comes from the custom of getting rid of evil by bathing in the river. On this day, people would hold a sacrificial ceremony by the riverside to honor their ancestors, then bathe in the river with herbs to cleanse and purify their bodies. 3. _____________________ – these scenes were described in the ancient text, Shi Jing (The Book of Songs).
Customs of the festival
It's a traditional Han festival, as well as an occasion for many of the minority nationalities in China. People once held celebrations across the country.
During the festival, Han people would go for outings, enjoy flowers in the fields and dates with their lovers. It is also a day used for cleansing rituals to prevent disease and getting rid of bad luck.
To the Zhuang ethnic group in Southwest China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, 4. _____________________Since 1983, singing festivals have been held annually on this day throughout Guangxi.
There is a folk tale about singing traditions in ancient China, where a renowned singer's daughter chose her husband by holding a singing competition and found her true love. Since then, hunting for lovers by singing has become a tradition.
在中国古代有一个关于歌唱传统的民间故事，一位著名歌手的女儿通过举办一场歌唱比赛，选择了她的丈夫，找到了她的真爱。从那时起，通过唱歌来寻找恋人已经成为一种传统
Bamboo dancing is another essential activity for the Zhuang people on March 3 on the lunar calendar. Teenagers and adults dress in festive costumes while beating drums and expressing their admiration for each other.
竹舞是农历3月3日对壮族人的另一项重要活动。青少年和成年人穿着节日服装，一边打鼓，一边表达对彼此的钦佩。
In the southern Chinese island province of Hainan, the Li and Miao people celebrate the special day as the "Festival of Love", along with it being a day for remembering ancestors.
The She, Dong, Yao and Tujia ethnic groups also have a tradition of celebrating on the third day of the third lunar month.
。在中国南部的海南省，李苗人和苗族人庆祝这个特殊的日子为“爱的节日”，同时也是一个纪念祖先的日子。女、东、姚、土家族也有在农历第三天庆祝的传统。
Traditional food
Five-colored sticky rice and painted eggs are traditional food for the Shangsi Festival. 5. _____________________People will make five-colored sticky rice cake, which can be eaten directly after steaming or made into fried rice. It is made by using various natural colorings, such as buffalo grass, which has bright colors and stimulates the appetite.
A.March 3 is a festival for young people to sing songs and find their true love.
B.As Shangsi Festival happens so close to Qingming Festival, many young people today only know about the latter.
C.There are many theories about the festival's true origins.
D.The Zhuang people believe rice is good for health and painted eggs are seen as a symbol of love.
E.Following that, young men and women would go for a spring outing
F.Shangsi Festival activities have changed with the times.
G.It is a festival mainly observed by Chinese ethnic groups

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