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Unit 3　Festivals and customs（原卷版）
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共27.5分)
A
Zongzi is a traditional Chinese food that is especially popular during the Dragon Boat Festival,which takes place near the summer solstice.It is made of glutinous rice (糯米)and various fillings,which are wrapped in bamboo leaves.The rice is often mixed with ingredients such as meat,beans,or nuts,and then it is secured with a string before being cooked.
The history of zongzi is rich and dates back to the Warring States period of ancient China.
It is said to have originated as a way to commemorate the famous poet Qu Yuan.When Qu Yuan died,the local people wrapped rice in leaves and threw them into the river to feed the fish so they would not eat his body.
Making zongzi is an art that has been passed down through years.Each family may have its own way of preparation.The process involves carefully selecting the bamboo leaves,
washing them,and then filling them with the sticky rice and fillings.The art lies in folding the leaves to encase the rice and securing the zongzi so that it holds its shape during cooking.
Zongzi comes in different shapes and sizes.Some are triangular,while others may be rectangular or cylindrical.The shape often depends on the region and the family’s tradition.
After they are wrapped,zongzi are boiled or steamed for several hours until the rice is soft and the flavors are well combined.
Today,zongzi is enjoyed not only in China but also in many other parts of the world where Chinese communities celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival.It symbolizes unity and remembrance and has become a part of the festival’s celebration.
(　　)1.What can we learn from Paragraph 1
[A] Zongzi is only eaten during the winter.
[B] Zongzi is a traditional food for the Dragon Boat Festival.
[C] Zongzi is made with non-glutinous rice.
[D] Zongzi does not require any fillings.
(　　)2.What does the underlined word “commemorate” in Paragraph 2 mean
[A] To forget. [B] To celebrate.
[C] To criticize. [D] To remember and honor.
(　　)3.What is special about making zongzi
[A] It is very easy and requires no skill.
[B] It is a lost art that few people know.
[C] It is a traditional art that has been passed down through years.
[D] It involves using machinery to wrap the zongzi.
B
The fifteenth day of the first month in the lunar calendar,also known as the Lantern Festival,is the last day for the Spring Festival celebration.It’s time to enjoy the important festival food:rice glue balls.The food is called tangyuan in the south,and yuanxiao in the north of China.It’s one of our favorite foods at Chinese festivals,as the round shape represents reunion.
Mr Li,more than 60 years old,has been making rice glue balls for over 40 years.His snack bar brand was founded over 100 years ago.Every kid looked forward to the Spring Festival,
because long ago,rice glue balls were luxury (奢侈的) food.People only made them during the Spring Festival.Besides the rare dishes like meat,the rice glue balls were an important part of Li’s childhood memories.
“The surface is made from rice from northeast China.It is the best,” says Li.After being put into water for 24 hours,the rice is milled (磨成粉) to make dough and it is mixed with sweet juice.For the filling,black sesame (芝麻) is a classic choice.The filling is a mixture of sesame,sugar and lard.Some people prefer it with walnuts,peanuts and brown sugar.
After eating rice glue balls,families make full use of the rest of the holiday to see lantern shows.In the colourful lights,people wish for a whole year as happy as that day.Those sweet times are connected with rice glue balls and happiness at the festival.
(　　)4.What do rice glue balls stand for
[A] Leisure. [B] Strength.
[C] Richness. [D] Reunion.
(　　)5.Why did children use to look forward to the Spring Festival
[A] Because they wanted to eat the special dishes.
[B] Because they wanted to play interesting games.
[C] Because they wanted to have long holidays.
[D] Because they wanted to have sweet memories.
(　　)6.What does the third paragraph mainly talk about
[A] The custom of the Lantern Festival.
[B] The tradition of snacks.
[C] The making of rice glue balls.
[D] The benefits of rice glue balls.
(　　)7.When do people eat rice glue balls
[A] Before the Spring Festival.
[B] Before seeing lantern shows.
[C] After making best wishes.
[D] Before hanging up the lanterns.
C
Shuangjiang or Frost’s Descent in English is the 18th of 24 solar terms(节气) in the Chinese lunar calendar.It refers to the time when frost(霜)starts to fall across China,or “the dews(露水)were frozen into frost” because of the coldness,as recorded in ancient Chinese books.By the time of Shuangjiang,most of the harvesting work is already completed in northern China,and farmers are now able to enjoy a period of rest.But in the south the harvest is still on the go.Farmers have to take home the sweet potatoes before they are destroyed by the coming frost.After a year of farming,it is the time to plow the fields and prepare the soil for next year in both south and north.
Autumn might be the most colorful season in China with the leaves turning from golden yellow to red.Hiking has become popular since the ancient times as people can enjoy the special autumnal scenery.Du Mu,a well-known poet from the Tang Dynasty wrote the beautiful scenery in a poem:“I stopped the coach as charmed by the maple woods;Frosted autumn leaves outshine February flowers in redness.”
The Double Ninth Festival also falls during the season,a festival for the elders.Going hiking in the highlands is part of the celebrations practiced by the ancient Chinese people.
“Keeping warm” becomes a most important thing at this time of the year as the weather is getting colder.Persimmon(柿子)is the favored fruit in many areas.The Chinese believe that persimmons could not only keep off the coldness,but strengthen the muscles and bones.Also,
chicken or mutton soup is believed to be good for the sleep and advised for the diet.
Shuangjiang brings the frost and freezing wind,and autumn has come to an end.But for most Chinese,it is not necessarily a sad time because in winter,they are able to have different but equally beautiful scenery.
(　　)8.What does the underlined phrase in the first paragraph probably mean
[A] Admirable. [B] Mild.
[C] Active. [D] Widespread.
(　　)9.What is the main idea of Paragraph 4
[A] Tell the differences of the harvest in China’s south and north.
[B] Explain how Shuangjiang gets its name.
[C] Advise some activities to enjoy the colorful season.
[D] Introduce the ways to stay warm before the coming of winter.
(　　)10.Which of the following statements about Shuangjiang can be inferred according to the text
[A] People believe eating persimmons in Shuangjiang can help get rid of coldness.
[B] Shuangjiang is the best time for people hoping to lose weight to take exercises.
[C] Farmers in the south of China can enjoy a great rest during Shuangjiang.
[D] Shuangjiang is the end of summer and the beginning of autumn of a year.
(　　)11.What’s the best title for this passage
[A] What Causes Frost’s Descent
[B] Time to Say Goodbye to Autumn
[C] Enjoy the Beautiful Autumn
[D] Prepare for a Good Harvest
Ⅱ.完形填空(每题1分,共15分)
Every year,Dale Marks puts up a massive Christmas lights display at his home in Des Moines.It’s part of a neighbourhood 　1　.For decades,people have come by the carload every December to the Beaverdale community to 　2　 the Christmas lights display.The holiday display 　3　 good cheer.The whole family put boxes at the end of their driveway and ask visitors to 　4　 food to the Food Bank of Iowa as they drive past.
　　But this year,after 　5　 a heart attack,Marks was too 　6　 to hang lights while his wife was too busy with his care to 　7　 the job.Bob Coffey,a stranger who owns a local construction company,heard the couple’s 　8　 and offered to help.So Coffey brought a group of 　9　 to their home to put up thousands of lights.Coffey and four of his workers spent 　10　 putting up lights and decorations throughout the yard.He 　11　 that there were at least 10,000 lights.Everyone 　12　,when at the end of the day,he plugged two cords (电线) together and 　13　 the display.
　　“The　14　 of that afternoon will last a lifetime,” Coffey said,explaining that seeing Dale and Julie Marks watching from the porch made it all 　15　.
(　　)1.[A] reform [B] mission [C] initiative [D] tradition
(　　)2.[A] admire [B] fetch [C] report [D] dismiss
(　　)3.[A] responds to [B] goes beyond [C] aims at [D] differs from
(　　)4.[A] donate [B] earn [C] lend [D] save
(　　)5.[A] suffering [B] identifying [C] convincing [D] acknowledging
(　　)6.[A] urgent [B] mighty [C] weak [D] panicked
(　　)7.[A] take away [B] take in [C] take apart [D] take on
(　　)8.[A] resolution [B] interruption [C] outcome [D] situation
(　　)9.[A] volunteers [B] doctors [C] nurses [D] students
(　　)10.[A] weeks [B] days [C] hours [D] minutes
(　　)11.[A] imagined [B] estimated [C] suggested [D] insisted
(　　)12.[A] hesitated [B] continued [C] complained [D] cheered
(　　)13.[A] beat down [B] lit up [C] packed up [D] prayed for
(　　)14.[A] news [B] truth [C] goal [D] memory
(　　)15.[A] worthwhile [B] harmonious [C] incredible [D] permanent
Unit 3　Festivals and customs（解析版）
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共27.5分)
A
Zongzi is a traditional Chinese food that is especially popular during the Dragon Boat Festival,which takes place near the summer solstice.It is made of glutinous rice (糯米)and various fillings,which are wrapped in bamboo leaves.The rice is often mixed with ingredients such as meat,beans,or nuts,and then it is secured with a string before being cooked.
The history of zongzi is rich and dates back to the Warring States period of ancient China.
It is said to have originated as a way to commemorate the famous poet Qu Yuan.When Qu Yuan died,the local people wrapped rice in leaves and threw them into the river to feed the fish so they would not eat his body.
Making zongzi is an art that has been passed down through years.Each family may have its own way of preparation.The process involves carefully selecting the bamboo leaves,
washing them,and then filling them with the sticky rice and fillings.The art lies in folding the leaves to encase the rice and securing the zongzi so that it holds its shape during cooking.
Zongzi comes in different shapes and sizes.Some are triangular,while others may be rectangular or cylindrical.The shape often depends on the region and the family’s tradition.
After they are wrapped,zongzi are boiled or steamed for several hours until the rice is soft and the flavors are well combined.
Today,zongzi is enjoyed not only in China but also in many other parts of the world where Chinese communities celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival.It symbolizes unity and remembrance and has become a part of the festival’s celebration.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了中国传统食物粽子的历史、制作过程以及在端午节中的意义。
(　　)1.What can we learn from Paragraph 1
[A] Zongzi is only eaten during the winter.
[B] Zongzi is a traditional food for the Dragon Boat Festival.
[C] Zongzi is made with non-glutinous rice.
[D] Zongzi does not require any fillings.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段第一句可知,粽子是中国的传统食物,尤其在端午节期间受欢迎。故选B。
(　　)2.What does the underlined word “commemorate” in Paragraph 2 mean
[A] To forget. [B] To celebrate.
[C] To criticize. [D] To remember and honor.
【答案】 D
【解析】 猜测词义题。根据第二段中的“It is said to have originated...so they would not eat his body.”可知,人们制作粽子以表示对著名诗人屈原的敬爱和纪念,故可推出画线词“commemorate”意为“纪念,缅怀”。故选D。
(　　)3.What is special about making zongzi
[A] It is very easy and requires no skill.
[B] It is a lost art that few people know.
[C] It is a traditional art that has been passed down through years.
[D] It involves using machinery to wrap the zongzi.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段第一句可知,制作粽子是一种传承多年的手艺。故选C。
B
The fifteenth day of the first month in the lunar calendar,also known as the Lantern Festival,is the last day for the Spring Festival celebration.It’s time to enjoy the important festival food:rice glue balls.The food is called tangyuan in the south,and yuanxiao in the north of China.It’s one of our favorite foods at Chinese festivals,as the round shape represents reunion.
Mr Li,more than 60 years old,has been making rice glue balls for over 40 years.His snack bar brand was founded over 100 years ago.Every kid looked forward to the Spring Festival,
because long ago,rice glue balls were luxury (奢侈的) food.People only made them during the Spring Festival.Besides the rare dishes like meat,the rice glue balls were an important part of Li’s childhood memories.
“The surface is made from rice from northeast China.It is the best,” says Li.After being put into water for 24 hours,the rice is milled (磨成粉) to make dough and it is mixed with sweet juice.For the filling,black sesame (芝麻) is a classic choice.The filling is a mixture of sesame,sugar and lard.Some people prefer it with walnuts,peanuts and brown sugar.
After eating rice glue balls,families make full use of the rest of the holiday to see lantern shows.In the colourful lights,people wish for a whole year as happy as that day.Those sweet times are connected with rice glue balls and happiness at the festival.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了元宵节的传统食物——元宵/汤圆。
(　　)4.What do rice glue balls stand for
[A] Leisure. [B] Strength.
[C] Richness. [D] Reunion.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句可知,元宵/汤圆代表团圆。故选D。
(　　)5.Why did children use to look forward to the Spring Festival
[A] Because they wanted to eat the special dishes.
[B] Because they wanted to play interesting games.
[C] Because they wanted to have long holidays.
[D] Because they wanted to have sweet memories.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Every kid looked forward to ...Li’s childhood memories.”可知,过去孩子们期待春节是因为他们想吃到特殊的菜肴。故选A。
(　　)6.What does the third paragraph mainly talk about
[A] The custom of the Lantern Festival.
[B] The tradition of snacks.
[C] The making of rice glue balls.
[D] The benefits of rice glue balls.
【答案】 C
【解析】 段落大意题。根据第三段中的“The surface is made from ...sweet juice.”可知,第三段前半部分是在介绍元宵/汤圆外皮的制作;根据第三段中的“For the filling ...brown sugar.”可知,第三段后半部分是在介绍元宵/汤圆的馅料。由此可知,第三段主要是介绍元宵/汤圆的制作。故选C。
(　　)7.When do people eat rice glue balls
[A] Before the Spring Festival.
[B] Before seeing lantern shows.
[C] After making best wishes.
[D] Before hanging up the lanterns.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据最后一段第一句可知,人们会在看灯展之前吃元宵/汤圆。故选B。
C
Shuangjiang or Frost’s Descent in English is the 18th of 24 solar terms(节气) in the Chinese lunar calendar.It refers to the time when frost(霜)starts to fall across China,or “the dews(露水)were frozen into frost” because of the coldness,as recorded in ancient Chinese books.By the time of Shuangjiang,most of the harvesting work is already completed in northern China,and farmers are now able to enjoy a period of rest.But in the south the harvest is still on the go.Farmers have to take home the sweet potatoes before they are destroyed by the coming frost.After a year of farming,it is the time to plow the fields and prepare the soil for next year in both south and north.
Autumn might be the most colorful season in China with the leaves turning from golden yellow to red.Hiking has become popular since the ancient times as people can enjoy the special autumnal scenery.Du Mu,a well-known poet from the Tang Dynasty wrote the beautiful scenery in a poem:“I stopped the coach as charmed by the maple woods;Frosted autumn leaves outshine February flowers in redness.”
The Double Ninth Festival also falls during the season,a festival for the elders.Going hiking in the highlands is part of the celebrations practiced by the ancient Chinese people.
“Keeping warm” becomes a most important thing at this time of the year as the weather is getting colder.Persimmon(柿子)is the favored fruit in many areas.The Chinese believe that persimmons could not only keep off the coldness,but strengthen the muscles and bones.Also,
chicken or mutton soup is believed to be good for the sleep and advised for the diet.
Shuangjiang brings the frost and freezing wind,and autumn has come to an end.But for most Chinese,it is not necessarily a sad time because in winter,they are able to have different but equally beautiful scenery.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了中国农历二十四节气之一——霜降的时间和风俗等。
(　　)8.What does the underlined phrase in the first paragraph probably mean
[A] Admirable. [B] Mild.
[C] Active. [D] Widespread.
【答案】 C
【解析】 猜测短语题。根据本句中But可知,上下文有转折关系,上文说北方农民完成大部分收割工作,可以享受一段时间的休息,但是下文中说南方的收割工作仍“on the go”。根据转折关系可推知,on the go是指“仍在继续,尚未结束”。active表示“忙碌的,活跃的”,符合语境。故选C。
(　　)9.What is the main idea of Paragraph 4
[A] Tell the differences of the harvest in China’s south and north.
[B] Explain how Shuangjiang gets its name.
[C] Advise some activities to enjoy the colorful season.
[D] Introduce the ways to stay warm before the coming of winter.
【答案】 D
【解析】 段落大意题。根据第四段内容可知,本段主要介绍了在冬天来临之前一些保暖的方法。故选D。
(　　)10.Which of the following statements about Shuangjiang can be inferred according to the text
[A] People believe eating persimmons in Shuangjiang can help get rid of coldness.
[B] Shuangjiang is the best time for people hoping to lose weight to take exercises.
[C] Farmers in the south of China can enjoy a great rest during Shuangjiang.
[D] Shuangjiang is the end of summer and the beginning of autumn of a year.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“The Chinese believe that persimmons...the muscles and bones.”可知,在霜降,人们相信吃柿子可以驱寒。故选A。
(　　)11.What’s the best title for this passage
[A] What Causes Frost’s Descent
[B] Time to Say Goodbye to Autumn
[C] Enjoy the Beautiful Autumn
[D] Prepare for a Good Harvest
【答案】 B
【解析】 标题归纳题。通读全文,尤其是最后一段内容可知,本文主要讲述霜降的到来意味着秋天的结束和冬天的开始。在这个重要的节气,人们忙着收成,忙着为冬天做准备。由此可知,B项最适合作本文标题。故选B。
Ⅱ.完形填空(每题1分,共15分)
Every year,Dale Marks puts up a massive Christmas lights display at his home in Des Moines.It’s part of a neighbourhood 　1　.For decades,people have come by the carload every December to the Beaverdale community to 　2　 the Christmas lights display.The holiday display 　3　 good cheer.The whole family put boxes at the end of their driveway and ask visitors to 　4　 food to the Food Bank of Iowa as they drive past.
　　But this year,after 　5　 a heart attack,Marks was too 　6　 to hang lights while his wife was too busy with his care to 　7　 the job.Bob Coffey,a stranger who owns a local construction company,heard the couple’s 　8　 and offered to help.So Coffey brought a group of 　9　 to their home to put up thousands of lights.Coffey and four of his workers spent 　10　 putting up lights and decorations throughout the yard.He 　11　 that there were at least 10,000 lights.Everyone 　12　,when at the end of the day,he plugged two cords (电线) together and 　13　 the display.
　　“The　14　 of that afternoon will last a lifetime,” Coffey said,explaining that seeing Dale and Julie Marks watching from the porch made it all 　15　.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章讲述了Marks因病无力再举办圣诞灯展,Coffey带领众人前来帮忙,灯展才又得以顺利举办的事情。
(　　)1.[A] reform [B] mission [C] initiative [D] tradition
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据文章第一句以及下文“For decades,people...Christmas lights display.”可知,几十年了,Marks家每年举办圣诞灯展,人们每年圣诞来看灯展已经沿袭为社区的传统(tradition)的一部分。故选D。
(　　)2.[A] admire [B] fetch [C] report [D] dismiss
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据语境可知,Marks家每年举办圣诞灯展,大家都来赏灯。admire符合语境,故选A。
(　　)3.[A] responds to [B] goes beyond [C] aims at [D] differs from
【答案】 B
【解析】 下文“The whole family put boxes...as they drive past.”可知,人们去Marks家赏灯很开心,同时Marks还请他们做慈善献爱心。goes beyond符合语境,故选B。
(　　)4.[A] donate [B] earn [C] lend [D] save
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据设空处后面的“food to the Food Bank of Iowa”可知,盒子是用来放参观者捐赠的食品,这些食品会交给爱荷华食品银行。故选A。
(　　)5.[A] suffering [B] identifying [C] convincing [D] acknowledging
【答案】 A
【解析】 suffer a heart attack意为“心脏病发作,受心脏病折磨”。suffering符合语境,
故选A。
(　　)6.[A] urgent [B] mighty [C] weak [D] panicked
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据句意可知,心脏病导致Marks身体虚弱。故选C。
(　　)7.[A] take away [B] take in [C] take apart [D] take on
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据语境可知,妻子忙于照顾虚弱的丈夫而不能承担(take on)挂灯这项工作。故选D。
(　　)8.[A] resolution [B] interruption [C] outcome [D] situation
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据句中的heard和and offered to help可知,Coffey听说了这对夫妇的处境(situation)之后,主动提出帮忙挂灯。故选D。
(　　)9.[A] volunteers [B] doctors [C] nurses [D] students
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据下文“Coffey and four...throughout the yard.”可知,Coffey主动帮忙,带了一群志愿者来到Marks的家中挂灯。volunteers符合语境,故选A。
(　　)10.[A] weeks [B] days [C] hours [D] minutes
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据最后一段中的“The　14　of that afternoon will last a lifetime”可知,Coffey和他的四个工人在那天下午花了几个小时(hours)在院子里挂灯和装饰物。故选C。
(　　)11.[A] imagined [B] estimated [C] suggested [D] insisted
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据上文“So Coffey brought...thousands of lights.”以及句中的at least可知,一个下午,好几个小时,五个人到底挂了多少盏灯,他只能估计(estimated)一下数字,不是确切数字。故选B。
(　　)12.[A] hesitated [B] continued [C] complained [D] cheered
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据语境可知,一个下午的工作总算完成,大家看着所有灯都点亮了,灯展又能如期到来,大家都很开心。故选D。
(　　)13.[A] beat down [B] lit up [C] packed up [D] prayed for
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据语境可知,Coffey带人过来帮忙的目的就是想让圣诞灯展如期进行,当所有的灯都准备就绪,电源接通,灯展中所有的灯都亮了(lit up)。故选B。
(　　)14.[A] news [B] truth [C] goal [D] memory
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据语境可知,这一下午的工作是一段美好的记忆,值得在场的人铭记在心。memory符合语境,故选D。
(　　)15.[A] worthwhile [B] harmonious [C] incredible [D] permanent
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据语境可知,Marks夫妇以往都是自己布置圣诞灯展,别人来欣赏游玩,如今两人在门廊上观看Coffey他们帮助布置今年的圣诞灯展,Coffey是在传承社区的传统,所以这个下午所做的一切都是值得的(worthwhile)。故选A。
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Unit 3　Festivals and customs
(限时:35分钟　总分:42.5分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共27.5分)
A
Zongzi is a traditional Chinese food that is especially popular during the Dragon Boat Festival,which takes place near the summer solstice.It is made of glutinous rice (糯米)and various fillings,which are wrapped in bamboo leaves.The rice is often mixed with ingredients such as meat,beans,or nuts,and then it is secured with a string before being cooked.
The history of zongzi is rich and dates back to the Warring States period of ancient China.It is said to have originated as a way to commemorate the famous poet Qu Yuan.When Qu Yuan died,the local people wrapped rice in leaves and threw them into the river to feed the fish so they would not eat his body.
Making zongzi is an art that has been passed down through years.Each family may have its own way of preparation.The process involves carefully selecting the bamboo leaves,washing them,and then filling them with the sticky rice and fillings.The art lies in folding the leaves to encase the rice and securing the zongzi so that it holds its shape during cooking.
Zongzi comes in different shapes and sizes.Some are triangular,while others may be rectangular or cylindrical.The shape often depends on the region and the family’s tradition.After they are wrapped,zongzi are boiled or steamed for several hours until the rice is soft and the flavors are well combined.
Today,zongzi is enjoyed not only in China but also in many other parts of the world where Chinese communities celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival.It symbolizes unity and remembrance and has become a part of the festival’s celebration.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了中国传统食物粽子的历史、制作过程以及在端午节中的意义。
(　　)1.What can we learn from Paragraph 1
[A] Zongzi is only eaten during the winter.
[B] Zongzi is a traditional food for the Dragon Boat Festival.
[C] Zongzi is made with non-glutinous rice.
[D] Zongzi does not require any fillings.
B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段第一句可知,粽子是中国的传统食物,尤其在端午节期间受欢迎。故选B。
(　　)2.What does the underlined word “commemorate” in Paragraph 2 mean
[A] To forget. [B] To celebrate.
[C] To criticize. [D] To remember and honor.
D
【解析】 猜测词义题。根据第二段中的“It is said to have originated...so they would not eat his body.”可知,人们制作粽子以表示对著名诗人屈原的敬爱和纪念,故可推出画线词“commemorate”意为“纪念,缅怀”。故选D。
(　　)3.What is special about making zongzi
[A] It is very easy and requires no skill.
[B] It is a lost art that few people know.
[C] It is a traditional art that has been passed down through years.
[D] It involves using machinery to wrap the zongzi.
C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段第一句可知,制作粽子是一种传承多年的手艺。故选C。
B
The fifteenth day of the first month in the lunar calendar,also known as the Lantern Festival,is the last day for the Spring Festival celebration.It’s time to enjoy the important festival food:rice glue balls.The food is called tangyuan in the south,and yuanxiao in the north of China.It’s one of our favorite foods at Chinese festivals,as the round shape represents reunion.
Mr Li,more than 60 years old,has been making rice glue balls for over 40 years.His snack bar brand was founded over 100 years ago.Every kid looked forward to the Spring Festival,because long ago,rice glue balls were luxury (奢侈的) food.People only made them during the Spring Festival.
Besides the rare dishes like meat,the rice glue balls were an important part of Li’s childhood memories.
“The surface is made from rice from northeast China.It is the best,” says Li.After being put into water for 24 hours,the rice is milled (磨成粉) to make dough and it is mixed with sweet juice.For the filling,black sesame (芝麻) is a classic choice.The filling is a mixture of sesame,sugar and lard.Some people prefer it with walnuts,peanuts and brown sugar.
After eating rice glue balls,families make full use of the rest of the holiday to see lantern shows.In the colourful lights,people wish for a whole year as happy as that day.Those sweet times are connected with rice glue balls and happiness at the festival.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了元宵节的传统食物——元宵/汤圆。
(　　)4.What do rice glue balls stand for
[A] Leisure. [B] Strength.
[C] Richness. [D] Reunion.
D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句可知,元宵/汤圆代表团圆。故选D。
(　　)5.Why did children use to look forward to the Spring Festival
[A] Because they wanted to eat the special dishes.
[B] Because they wanted to play interesting games.
[C] Because they wanted to have long holidays.
[D] Because they wanted to have sweet memories.
A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Every kid looked forward to ...
Li’s childhood memories.”可知,过去孩子们期待春节是因为他们想吃到特殊的菜肴。故选A。
(　　)6.What does the third paragraph mainly talk about
[A] The custom of the Lantern Festival.
[B] The tradition of snacks.
[C] The making of rice glue balls.
[D] The benefits of rice glue balls.
C
【解析】 段落大意题。根据第三段中的“The surface is made from ...sweet juice.”可知,第三段前半部分是在介绍元宵/汤圆外皮的制作;根据第三段中的“For the filling ...brown sugar.”可知,第三段后半部分是在介绍元宵/汤圆的馅料。由此可知,第三段主要是介绍元宵/汤圆的制作。故选C。
(　　)7.When do people eat rice glue balls
[A] Before the Spring Festival.
[B] Before seeing lantern shows.
[C] After making best wishes.
[D] Before hanging up the lanterns.
B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据最后一段第一句可知,人们会在看灯展之前吃元宵/汤圆。故选B。
C
Shuangjiang or Frost’s Descent in English is the 18th of 24 solar terms
(节气) in the Chinese lunar calendar.It refers to the time when frost(霜)starts to fall across China,or “the dews(露水)were frozen into frost” because of the coldness,as recorded in ancient Chinese books.By the time of Shuangjiang,
most of the harvesting work is already completed in northern China,and farmers are now able to enjoy a period of rest.
But in the south the harvest is still on the go.Farmers have to take home the sweet potatoes before they are destroyed by the coming frost.After a year of farming,it is the time to plow the fields and prepare the soil for next year in both south and north.
Autumn might be the most colorful season in China with the leaves turning from golden yellow to red.Hiking has become popular since the ancient times as people can enjoy the special autumnal scenery.Du Mu,a well-known poet from the Tang Dynasty wrote the beautiful scenery in a poem:“I stopped the coach as charmed by the maple woods;Frosted autumn leaves outshine February flowers in redness.”
The Double Ninth Festival also falls during the season,a festival for the elders.Going hiking in the highlands is part of the celebrations practiced by the ancient Chinese people.
“Keeping warm” becomes a most important thing at this time of the year as the weather is getting colder.Persimmon(柿子)is the favored fruit in many areas.The Chinese believe that persimmons could not only keep off the coldness,but strengthen the muscles and bones.Also,chicken or mutton soup is believed to be good for the sleep and advised for the diet.
Shuangjiang brings the frost and freezing wind,and autumn has come to an end.But for most Chinese,it is not necessarily a sad time because in winter,they are able to have different but equally beautiful scenery.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了中国农历二十四节气
之一——霜降的时间和风俗等。
(　　)8.What does the underlined phrase in the first paragraph probably mean
[A] Admirable. [B] Mild.
[C] Active. [D] Widespread.
C
【解析】 猜测短语题。根据本句中But可知,上下文有转折关系,上文说北方农民完成大部分收割工作,可以享受一段时间的休息,但是下文中说南方的收割工作仍“on the go”。根据转折关系可推知,on the go是指“仍在继续,尚未结束”。active表示“忙碌的,活跃的”,符合语境。故选C。
(　　)9.What is the main idea of Paragraph 4
[A] Tell the differences of the harvest in China’s south and north.
[B] Explain how Shuangjiang gets its name.
[C] Advise some activities to enjoy the colorful season.
[D] Introduce the ways to stay warm before the coming of winter.
D
【解析】 段落大意题。根据第四段内容可知,本段主要介绍了在冬天来临之前一些保暖的方法。故选D。
(　　)10.Which of the following statements about Shuangjiang can be inferred according to the text
[A] People believe eating persimmons in Shuangjiang can help get rid of coldness.
[B] Shuangjiang is the best time for people hoping to lose weight to take exercises.
[C] Farmers in the south of China can enjoy a great rest during Shuangjiang.
[D] Shuangjiang is the end of summer and the beginning of autumn of a year.
A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“The Chinese believe that persimmons...the muscles and bones.”可知,在霜降,人们相信吃柿子可以驱寒。故选A。
(　　)11.What’s the best title for this passage
[A] What Causes Frost’s Descent
[B] Time to Say Goodbye to Autumn
[C] Enjoy the Beautiful Autumn
[D] Prepare for a Good Harvest
B
【解析】 标题归纳题。通读全文,尤其是最后一段内容可知,本文主要讲述霜降的到来意味着秋天的结束和冬天的开始。在这个重要的节气,人们忙着收成,忙着为冬天做准备。由此可知,B项最适合作本文标题。故选B。
Ⅱ.完形填空(每题1分,共15分)
Every year,Dale Marks puts up a massive Christmas lights display at his home in Des Moines.It’s part of a neighbourhood 　1　.For decades,
people have come by the carload every December to the Beaverdale community to 　2　 the Christmas lights display.The holiday display
　3　 good cheer.The whole family put boxes at the end of their driveway and ask visitors to 　4　 food to the Food Bank of Iowa as they drive past.
But this year,after 　5　 a heart attack,Marks was too 　6　 to hang lights while his wife was too busy with his care to 　7　 the job.Bob Coffey,a stranger who owns a local construction company,heard the couple’s 　8　 and offered to help.So Coffey brought a group of 　9　 to their home to put up thousands of lights.Coffey and four of his workers spent 　10　 putting up lights and decorations throughout the yard.He
　11　 that there were at least 10,000 lights.Everyone 　12　,when at the end of the day,he plugged two cords (电线) together and 　13　 the display.
“The　14　 of that afternoon will last a lifetime,” Coffey said,
explaining that seeing Dale and Julie Marks watching from the porch made it all 　15　.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章讲述了Marks因病无力再举办圣诞灯展,Coffey带领众人前来帮忙,灯展才又得以顺利举办的事情。
(　　)1.[A] reform [B] mission [C] initiative [D] tradition
D
【解析】 根据文章第一句以及下文“For decades,people...Christmas lights display.”可知,几十年了,Marks家每年举办圣诞灯展,人们每年圣诞来看灯展已经沿袭为社区的传统(tradition)的一部分。故选D。
(　　)2.[A] admire [B] fetch [C] report [D] dismiss
A
【解析】 根据语境可知,Marks家每年举办圣诞灯展,大家都来赏灯。admire符合语境,故选A。
(　　)3.[A] responds to [B] goes beyond
[C] aims at [D] differs from
B
【解析】 下文“The whole family put boxes...as they drive past.”可知,人们去Marks家赏灯很开心,同时Marks还请他们做慈善献爱心。goes beyond符合语境,故选B。
(　　)4.[A] donate [B] earn [C] lend [D] save
A
【解析】 根据设空处后面的“food to the Food Bank of Iowa”可知,盒子是用来放参观者捐赠的食品,这些食品会交给爱荷华食品银行。故选A。
(　　)5.[A] suffering [B] identifying
[C] convincing [D] acknowledging
A
【解析】 suffer a heart attack意为“心脏病发作,受心脏病折磨”。suffering符合语境,故选A。
(　　)6.[A] urgent [B] mighty [C] weak [D] panicked
C
【解析】 根据句意可知,心脏病导致Marks身体虚弱。故选C。
(　　)7.[A] take away [B] take in
[C] take apart [D] take on
D
【解析】 根据语境可知,妻子忙于照顾虚弱的丈夫而不能承担(take on)挂灯这项工作。故选D。
(　　)8.[A] resolution [B] interruption [C] outcome [D] situation
D
【解析】 根据句中的heard和and offered to help可知,Coffey听说了这对夫妇的处境(situation)之后,主动提出帮忙挂灯。故选D。
(　　)9.[A] volunteers [B] doctors [C] nurses [D] students
A
【解析】 根据下文“Coffey and four...throughout the yard.”可知,Coffey主动帮忙,带了一群志愿者来到Marks的家中挂灯。volunteers符合语境,故选A。
(　　)10.[A] weeks [B] days [C] hours [D] minutes
C
【解析】 根据最后一段中的“The　14　of that afternoon will last a lifetime”可知,Coffey和他的四个工人在那天下午花了几个小时(hours)在院子里挂灯和装饰物。故选C。
(　　)11.[A] imagined [B] estimated [C] suggested [D] insisted
B
【解析】 根据上文“So Coffey brought...thousands of lights.”以及句中的at least可知,一个下午,好几个小时,五个人到底挂了多少盏灯,他只能估计(estimated)一下数字,不是确切数字。故选B。
(　　)12.[A] hesitated [B] continued [C] complained [D] cheered
D
【解析】 根据语境可知,一个下午的工作总算完成,大家看着所有灯都点亮了,灯展又能如期到来,大家都很开心。故选D。
(　　)13.[A] beat down [B] lit up
[C] packed up [D] prayed for
B
【解析】 根据语境可知,Coffey带人过来帮忙的目的就是想让圣诞灯展如期进行,当所有的灯都准备就绪,电源接通,灯展中所有的灯都亮了(lit up)。故选B。
(　　)14.[A] news [B] truth [C] goal [D] memory
D
【解析】 根据语境可知,这一下午的工作是一段美好的记忆,值得在场的人铭记在心。memory符合语境,故选D。
(　　)15.[A] worthwhile [B] harmonious
[C] incredible [D] permanent
A
【解析】 根据语境可知,Marks夫妇以往都是自己布置圣诞灯展,别人来欣赏游玩,如今两人在门廊上观看Coffey他们帮助布置今年的圣诞灯展,Coffey是在传承社区的传统,所以这个下午所做的一切都是值得的(worthwhile)。故选A。

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