China has more than 30 intangible cultural heritage recognized by the UNESCO, including paper-cutting, the Dragon Boat Festival, Peking Opera, acupuncture(针灸)and so on. The organization adopted a decision that China’s “The Twenty-Four Solar Terms” (二十四节气)should be put on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2016 in Ethiopia.
The Twenty-Four Solar Terms, knowledge of time and practices in agriculture, starts from the Beginning of Spring and ends with the Greater Cold, moving in cycles. It developed through the observation of the sun’s annual movement in China. In ancient time, the method of tugui, earth sundial(日暑), was used to measure the shadow of the sun for determining the solar terms.
The Twenty-Four Solar Terms came into being and developed in close relationship with Chinese agricultural production. At the initial stage of agricultural development, people began to explore the seasonal rules in the agricultural production to meet the needs in seeding, harvesting and other activities. Gradually, they formed the concept of “seed in spring, grow in summer, harvest in autumn and store in winter”. During the spring and auturmn periods, the agricultural production was highly influenced by the seasonal changes, thus forming the concept of Solar Terms.
As a traditional Chinese knowledge system of time with a history of thousands of years, the Twenty-Four Solar Terms clearly expresses the concepts of respect for nature, and harmony between man and nature. Created by Chinese ancestors, it have functioned as a complete set of weather calendar(日历)to guide the agricultural production in China. It has also been introduced into North Korea, Japan and other neighboring countries and still used in Japan. The Chinese heritage has provably influenced the people’s way of thinking and behaving and will continue to be an important carrier of Chinese cultural identity.
1.According to the first two paragraphs, the Twenty-Four Solar Terms_________.
A. was used to measure the shadow of the sun
B. has not been listed as one intangible cultural heritage of humanity
C. is the best intangible cultural heritage recognized by the UNESCO
D. repeats from the Beginning of Spring to the Greater Cold every year
2.We can learn from the text that _______in China in the past.
A. the Twenty-Four Solar Terms only influenced spring and autumn
B. agricultural production highly influenced the seasonal changes
C. people cared about the changes of weather just for fun
D. the Twenty-Four Solar Terms had something to do with agriculture
3.We can infer from the text that the Twenty-Four Solar Terms_________.
A. is part of traditional Chinese culture
B. is strongly influenced by North Korea and Japan
C. is hard to explain
D. is an agricultural calendar merely used in China
高二英语阅读理解中等难度题
China has more than 30 intangible cultural heritage recognized by the UNESCO, including paper-cutting, the Dragon Boat Festival, Peking Opera, acupuncture(针灸)and so on. The organization adopted a decision that China’s “The Twenty-Four Solar Terms” (二十四节气)should be put on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2016 in Ethiopia.
The Twenty-Four Solar Terms, knowledge of time and practices in agriculture, starts from the Beginning of Spring and ends with the Greater Cold, moving in cycles. It developed through the observation of the sun’s annual movement in China. In ancient time, the method of tugui, earth sundial(日暑), was used to measure the shadow of the sun for determining the solar terms.
The Twenty-Four Solar Terms came into being and developed in close relationship with Chinese agricultural production. At the initial stage of agricultural development, people began to explore the seasonal rules in the agricultural production to meet the needs in seeding, harvesting and other activities. Gradually, they formed the concept of “seed in spring, grow in summer, harvest in autumn and store in winter”. During the spring and auturmn periods, the agricultural production was highly influenced by the seasonal changes, thus forming the concept of Solar Terms.
As a traditional Chinese knowledge system of time with a history of thousands of years, the Twenty-Four Solar Terms clearly expresses the concepts of respect for nature, and harmony between man and nature. Created by Chinese ancestors, it have functioned as a complete set of weather calendar(日历)to guide the agricultural production in China. It has also been introduced into North Korea, Japan and other neighboring countries and still used in Japan. The Chinese heritage has provably influenced the people’s way of thinking and behaving and will continue to be an important carrier of Chinese cultural identity.
1.According to the first two paragraphs, the Twenty-Four Solar Terms_________.
A. was used to measure the shadow of the sun
B. has not been listed as one intangible cultural heritage of humanity
C. is the best intangible cultural heritage recognized by the UNESCO
D. repeats from the Beginning of Spring to the Greater Cold every year
2.We can learn from the text that _______in China in the past.
A. the Twenty-Four Solar Terms only influenced spring and autumn
B. agricultural production highly influenced the seasonal changes
C. people cared about the changes of weather just for fun
D. the Twenty-Four Solar Terms had something to do with agriculture
3.We can infer from the text that the Twenty-Four Solar Terms_________.
A. is part of traditional Chinese culture
B. is strongly influenced by North Korea and Japan
C. is hard to explain
D. is an agricultural calendar merely used in China
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The UNESCO has recognized the Chinese art of paper cutting on its Intangible Cultural Heritage List. But paper cutting is at the risk of disappearing.
Voyo Woo, a Chinese immigrant, who loves paper cutting, worked hard to celebrate the ancient art form. With a keen interest in paper cutting, Ms Woo held a paper cutting exhibition at a shopping center near Washington. “I really love it. I get so much fun by doing it. So I’m just kind of hoping that more people will learn about this art which is about to disappear. I think it’s time to take action. So I held it.”
Voyo Woo began to study paper cutting when she was a 14-year-old girl in southeastern China. Voyo Woo’s teacher gave her extra training after class because Voyo Woo discovered a special love for it. Later, her beautiful paper cuttings won second prize in a national painting competition. “Paper is the easiest material that you can find. You can just turn it into beautiful art. I think it is like magic to me.”
Ms Woo came to the US after she finished college in 2008. She has been invited to show the art at a wide collection of events. She also has shown her skill and works at famous museums like the Smithsonian Institution’s Freer and Sackler art galleries in Washington.
“I saw so many people coming to me and asking me. They were amazed. I think it’s important to introduce the art form to American people or anyone who is interested.”
Ms Woo placed examples of her art around her as she displayed paper cutting at the shopping center. Ann Russ, a shopper, was attracted by the nature of the work. She said it put her at ease. “I like to know about Chinese art, specifically because it’s almost relaxing to put that much effort into it,” Russ said.
1.The underlined word “keen” in paragraph 2 probably means .
A. strong B. strange
C. similar D. simple
2.Why did Ms Woo hold a paper cutting show?
A. To make money for her further education.
B. To keep and develop the ancient Chinese art.
C. To show off her perfect skill in paper cutting.
D. To explain paper cutting is a real art in China.
3.What can we know about Ms Woo according to the text?
A. She went to the US mainly to teach the art.
B. She will come back to China to study the art.
C. She once showed the art at several museums in Washington.
D. She once held a competition for American paper cutting lovers.
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阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(不多于3个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
China is a big old country,1. has a history of more than five thousand years. We are proud of2.(it)culture and part of the culture even influences the world 3.(great), for example, the thought of Confucius(孔子). As Chinese economy develops very fast and plays4.important role in the world, more and more 5.(foreign) learn mandarin(普通话) in Confucius institutions. The Chinese traditional culture can 6. (test) by the time It unites the whole nation 7.no matter what kind of disaster comes, we will fight together for the country's future. Today, many young people lose faith 8.traditional culture and they are crazy about the western culture They follow the western fashion, 9.( think) we are the old style. But some day, they10.(realize)it is wrong for them to ignore traditional culture.
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China now has 52 sites included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, which was established to safeguard unique and irreplaceable cultural and natural sites around the world. Let’s have a look at some of them, which may give you some clues on your next travel plan.
Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor
The Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor is located in Lintong county, near Xi’an city, capital of Shaanxi province. A total of 8,000 life-size terracotta warriors, chariots and horses, and hundreds of bronze weapons have been unearthed from it. Many state leaders and experts worldwide believe that the discovery of the mausoleum is a major archeological find and can be called the eighth wonder of the world, paralleling Egypt’s pyramids.
Kulangsu, a Historic International Settlement
Gulangyu Island, known in the local dialect as Kulangsu, is located on the entry of the Jiulong River, facing the city of Xiamen. The island was occupied by at least a dozen countries, including Great Britain, France and Japan. As a result, Western culture grew rapidly there in the 19th century, especially music. With such a harmonious blend of Western music and Eastern culture, Gulangyu is naturally referred to as the “island of music”. It is famous for its outstanding musicians and musical instruments.
Qinghai Hoh Xil
Hoh Xil, which means “beautiful girl” in Mongolian, is located in the north-eastern end of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau. Hoh Xil National Nature Reserve is China’s largest and the world’s third largest uninhabited area. Because of the high altitude and fierce weather, it is impossible for people to live there, and therefore, it is a paradise for wildlife and home to more than 230 species of wild animals including endangered species such as the Tibetan antelope, which is recognized as the National Class I Protected animal.
Huangshan Mountain
Huangshan, known as “the loveliest mountain of China”, lies in the south of Anhui province in eastern China. The scenic area covers 154 sq km, and is famous for its peaks, rocks, pines, clouds and springs. It also has a rich cultural heritage. Xu Xiake, a famous traveler of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), visited Huangshan twice, and described it in a poem, calling it the best of all mountains in China. Today it holds the same fascination for visitors, poets, painters and photographers.
1.Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the text?
A. Qinghai Hoh Xil is the largest uninhabited area in the world.
B. Kulangsu was occupied for not less than a dozen years.
C. Mausoleum is located in the capital city of Shaanxi province.
D. Huangshan Mountain is well known for its magnificent scenery.
2.Why is Qinghai Hoh Xil a paradise for wildlife living there?
A. Because endangered species are well protected there.
B. Because it is large in size with beautiful scenery.
C. Because it is located on Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau.
D. Because tough weather and environment make no people live there.
3.Where does the passage most probably come from?
A. A travel guidebook B. An entertainment magazine
C. A science fiction D. A history textbook
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A study of art history might be a good way to learn more about a culture than is possible to learn in general history classes. Most typical history courses concentrate on politics, economics, and war. But art history focuses on much more than this because art reflects not only the political values of a people, but also religious beliefs, emotions, and psychology. In addition, information about the daily activities of our ancestors — or of people very different from our own — can be provided by art. In short, art expresses the essential qualities of a time and a place, and a study of it clearly offers us a deeper understanding than can be found in most history books.
In history books, objective(客观的) information about the political life of a country is presented; that is, facts about politics are given, but opinions are not expressed. Art, on the other hand, is subjective(主观的): it reflects emotions and opinions. The great Spanish painter Francisco Goya was perhaps the first truly “political” artist. In his well-known painting The Third of May, 1808, he criticized the Spanish government for its misuse of power over people. Over a hundred years later, symbolic images were used in Pablo Picasso’s Guernica to express the horror of war. Meanwhile, on another continent, the powerful paintings of Diego Rivera, Jose Clemente Orozco, and David Alfaro Siqueiros — as well as the works of Alfredo Ramos Martinez — depicted these Mexican artists’ deep anger and sadness about social problems.
In the same way, art can reflect a culture’s religious beliefs. For hundreds of years in Europe, religious art was almost the only type of art that existed. Churches and other religious buildings were filled with paintings that depicted people and stories from the Bible. Although most people couldn’t read, they could still understand biblical stories in the pictures on church walls. By contrast, one of the main characteristics of art in the Middle East was (and still is) its absence of human and animal images. This reflects the Islamic belief that statues are unholy(不圣洁的).
1. More can be learned about a culture from a study of art history than general history because art history ____________.
A. shows us the religious beliefs and emotions of a people in addition to political values
B. provides us with information about the daily activities of people in the past
C. gives us an insight into the essential qualities of a time and a place
D. all of the above
2. Art is subjective(主观的) in that _________.
A. a personal and emotional view of history is presented through it
B. it can easily rouse our anger or sadness about social problems
C. it will find a ready echo in our hearts
D. both B and C
3. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?
A. Unlike Francisco Goya, Pablo Picasso and several Mexican artists expressed their political opinions in their paintings.
B. History books often reveal the compilers’ political views.
C. Religious art remained in Europe for centuries the only type of art because most people regarded the Bible as the Holy Book.
D. In the Middle East even today you can hardly find any human and animal figures on palaces or other buildings.
4. The passage mainly discusses __________.
A. the difference between general history and art history
B. the making of art history
C. what we can learn from art
D. the influence of artists on art history
5. It may be concluded from this passage that __________.
A. Islamic artists have had to create architectural decoration with images of flowers or geometric forms
B. history teachers are more objective than artists
C. it is more difficult to study art history than general history
D. people and stories from the Bible were painted on churches and other buildings in order to popularize the Bible
高二英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析
阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式.
The tea culture of China is 1.(amaze) and has a long history. Tea drinking was widespread in China for about one thousand years before 2.(appear) in Europe.
Tea drinking in China enjoys wide 3.(popular). Many people today go to expensively decorated tea houses to talk business. However, tea drinking is very complex.4.pleasant experience of tea drinking is up to many factors(因素). It starts with the surroundings. In the past, tea drinking took place in an environment 5. people can enjoy antique beauty and natural beauty and relax6. (they). Nowadays, in order to create such atmosphere, tea houses 7. (decorate) with traditional paintings and furniture. Besides, there are often8. (performance) of traditional Chinese musical instruments, such as the guzheng, pipa and erhu.
Black tea together9. green tea, oolong tea and pu'er tea ranks the top four favourites. The first three types of tea are processed using similar methods but pu'er tea is made with a 10.(total) different method.
高二英语语法填空简单题查看答案及解析
In China, more and more middle school students are getting shorter sleeping time than before. Most students sleep less than nine hours every night, because they have much homework to do. Some homework is given by their teachers, and some by their parents. Also, some students don't know how to save time. They are not careful enough while they do their homework, so it takes them a lot of time. Some students spend too much time watching TV or playing computer games. They stay up(熬夜)very late. Some students have to get up early every morning on weekdays to go to school in time by bus or by bike. It may be a long way from home to school.
Schools and parents should cut down some of the homework so that our children can enjoy more than nine hours of sleep every night for their health. For children, we should make best use of our time. When we have enough time for sleeping, we will find it much better for both our study and health.
1.Some homework is given by their teachers, and some by ________.
A. the children themselves B. other students
C. their parents D. Nobody else
2.How many hours of sleep is good for students' health?
A. Less than 9 hours. B. Only 9 hours.
C. More than 9 hours. D. 8 hours.
3.What would happen to a student if he goes to bed late and gets up early?
A. He would sleep in class.
B. He would do well in study.
C. He would finish his homework fast.
D. He would have good health.
4.________ is good for our study and health.
A. Watching TV B. Enough time for sleeping
C. Playing computer games D. More homework
5.Which of the following is NOT true?
A. Some students are so careless that they spend lots of time on homework.
B. All the students stay up late for their homework.
C. Children should be given less homework.
D. Schools and parents should take care of children.
高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析
The Global Heritage Fund organization recently released a list of cultural treasures in the developing world that are in danger of disappearing. These“On the Verge” places face many threats. They included war, development pressures, stealing and misuse by visitors. The Global Heritage Fund says these places are important because they are records of our human civilization. And the group says countries can learn to use these treasures to help support responsible development in the future.
One such place is the town of Lamu. Lamu was once a very important trading center in East Africa. This ancient city became part of the United Nations Heritage list in 2001. But it still faces threats. For example, a modern port might be built nearby.
Other endangered places include Ani, a city in Turkey, the town of Maluti in India, the ancient city of Ninevah in northern Iraq, the Sans-Souci palace in Haiti, and the former capital of Ayutthaya in Thailand.
The Global Heritage Fund is nonprofit organization based in California. The group says it only focuses on developing countries which often have few resources to protect places of cultural importance. And, other major cultural organizations often pay more attention to protecting places in the developed world. For example, the fund points out the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization has forty-five World Heritage places in Italy. UNESCO has forty-two in Spain. But Peru, famous for its ancient Incan buildings, has only nine World Heritage places. Guatemala has only three.
The Global Heritage Fund says its new report tries to place a value on cultural places so that they can also be considered as economic resources. It estimates that by 2025 these places of cultural importance could produce one hundred billion dollars a year in income for developing countries.
1. The underlined part “On the Verge” in Paragraph 1 is used to show the places are _____.
A.popular | B.famous |
C.endangered | D.dangerous |
2. The town of Lamu faces danger from ________.
A.development pressures | B.stealing |
C.misuse by visitors | D.a war |
3. We can know that The Global Heritage Fund organization mainly _____.
A.protects places of cultural importance in developing countries |
B.protects places of cultural importance in developed countries |
C.provide resources to protect cultural places in every country |
D.helps people know the importance of protecting cultural treasures |
4. Which of the following countries has the fewest World Heritage places?
A.Italy | B.Guatemala |
C.Peru | D.Spain |
5. According to The Global Heritage Fund organization, saving the places of cultural
importance_______.
A.has attracted a lot of attention worldwide |
B.will start to benefit developing countries in 2015 |
C.is mainly to increase income of developing countries |
D.can help developing countries make money out of them |
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The Convention(公约)concerning the protection of world cultural and natural heritage appeared from a need to call for international cooperation to protect the world's natural and scenic areas and historic sites for present and the future generations.
In 1959 there was international concern over the flooding of the Abu Simbel temples, a treasure of ancient Egyptian civilization, to build the Aswan High Dam in Egypt. Through an international campaign by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) on the request of Egypt and Sudan, resources were found to move the temples to a new site. In 1965,a conference at the White House in Washington DC, USA called for a "World Heritage Trust" and international cooperation to protect "the world's superb natural and scenic areas and historic sites for the present and the future". In 1969, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) developed similar proposals for its members .Therefore, the Convention was adopted by the General Conference of UNESCO in 1972. By regarding heritage as both cultural and natural, the Convention reminds us of the ways in which people interact with nature , and of the basic need to keep the balance between the two.
The Convention identifies the natural or cultural sites on the World Heritage List, and sets out their role in protecting them .Although the emphasis has been on sites and natural features of "outstanding universal value", each country promises not only to conserve the World Heritage sites situated in its country, but also to protect and conserve its cultural and natural heritage.
There is also a "List of World Heritage in Danger" which are sites threatened by serious and specific dangers caused by changes in the use or ownership of the land , wars or natural disasters.
1.What is the purpose of the World Heritage Convention according to the passage?
A.To call for international cooperation to help poor people.
B.To protect the world's natural and cultural heritage.
C.To save the natural resouces for next generation in the world.
D.To raise money for the endangered heritage in the world.
2.What can we infer from the second paragraph in the passage?
A.The history of the UNESCO is very long.
B.The World Heritage Convention is not accepted by people.
C.The Abu Simbel temples in Egypt are moved to a new site.
D.The adoption of the World Heritage Convention takes al long time.
3.The last two paragraphs mainly tell us __________.
A.the detailed purpose of the World Heritage Convention
B.how to make a list of world heritage in danger
C.how to make a world heritage list
D.the importance of making two lists
4.Which of the following has the same meaning as the underlined word "conserve"?
A.Pretend. B.Prevent. C.Preserve. D.Prepare.
5.According to Paragraph 4, there are many sites in danger for reasons EXCEPT________.
A.abuse of land B.conflicts C.lack of money D.natural disasters
高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析
◆Protect the natural and cultural heritage. Don’t damage or deface any buildings,displays and other facilities. Take care of all plants. Put rubbish in the bins provided.
◆Take care when you are going up and down steps or stairs and when you are walking nearby the waters.
◆Please buy tickets before entering the scenic spot. One ticket is only for one person. Adult:$60 per ticket. Children over 6 and under 18,half price. People over 60 and children under 6 are free.
◆If you are going into the wooded and hilly lands,for your own safety,please go with three people at least and don't take any tinder(易燃物)along with you. The hill is steep so please take care of yourself.
◆This scenic spot is the reserve of water source: No fishing,swimming,washing and any behaviors that are harmful to the water source. Meanwhile,please follow the management rules of the scenic spot conscientiously.
◆Opening time:From Monday to Friday,8:00 a. m.~18:00 p.m.;From Saturday to Sunday,6:00 a. m:一24:00 p. m.
◆Small animals such as rabbits,peacocks,squirrels,frogs must be taken care of: None of them shall be killed.
If you have any trouble in visiting our world natural park,please call 477一866一7044.Our staff will do our best to help you.
1.How much will be paid for a 65-year-old man with his 8-year-old grandson?
A.Free. B.$30.
C.$60. D.$120.
2.From the passage,we can infer that the water in this park is_.
A.clean B.polluted
C.dangerous D.colorful
3.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A.Tourists can hike alone in the hilly lands.
B.Small animals are under protection in the park.
C.Children can play with small animals.
D.Tourists can have a swim in the water.
高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析