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This is where you can explore unknown and the most interesting facts about our living planet, the universe, and people's lifestyles. Here are some top unmissable festivals from around the world.
Rio Carnival, Brazil
It is a five-day festival which takes place forty days before Easter. Rio de Janeiro has earned its title as the Carnival capital of the world with its famous samba dancing. colorful eye-catching costumes and live music.
Holi Festival, India
Holi is a Hindu spring festival, also known as the "festival of colors". It is a sign of the victory of good over evil, the end of winter, and the arrival of spring. Starting with a nighttime bonfire where people gather, sing and dance, Holi is celebrated the next day by people throwing colored powder and water at each other.
St. Patrick's Day, Ireland
Held on March 17 every year, it is a celebration to mark the death of Ireland's patron saint (守护神) Saint Patrick. Since 1996, an entire festival of parades, fireworks as well as food and drinks has surrounded the celebration. Enjoy traditional songs and dances, watch musical street theater shows and get dressed in all green as you celebrate Irish heritage and culture.
Burning Man Festival United States
As a week-long event at the end of August in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada, it attracts tens of thousands of people from all over the world each year. Tickets to Burning Man are not cheap. But once you're there, you will surely have an unforgettable experience. The main event is burning a giant wooden statue on Saturday night, followed by a big dance party that lasts all night long.
(1)、Which of the following is NOT presented on St. Patrick's Day?A、Classic tunes and dances. B、Street theater performances. C、Traditional art exhibitions. D、Green costumes.(2)、Which festival lasts the longest in celebration?A、Rio Carnival. B、Holi Festival. C、St. Patrick's D、Burning Man Festival.(3)、What do the festivals have in common?A、There is no need to buy tickets. B、People are all dressed in traditional clothes. C、Dance is a generally accepted way to celebrate.D、They center on specific religious customs. -
2、 Regular exercise has been proven to be b (对………有益) health and overall well-being.
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3、 After being caught cheating on the test, he felt deeply (感到不好意思的; 难为情的) his actions and apologized to the teacher.
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4、 The ancient temple, which is a famous tourist attraction, is (位于………) the top of a mountain with a breathtaking view.
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5、 With so many homework to do, he was busy and eventually (不了解……的情况;与……失去联系) his close friends from elementary school.
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6、 Kids with a (对………的偏爱) the arts have a greater chance of finding employment in the future.
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7、 After graduating from high school, Jane decided to (申请)a scholarship to study abroad.
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8、 The presents that Santa Claus brings to all the children around the world are (包裹; 包装) in colorful paper every Christmas Eve.
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9、 During the gold rush, many adventurers traveled west to earn money. And some, like John Sutter, (发财) in the process.
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10、 In the past, a number of students (意识到; 察觉到) the potential risks associated with online activities and to take necessary precautions.
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11、 Many students who have not yet studied the related concept is (对………不熟悉) the Confucianism.
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12、 The history of the game (追溯到) over two thousand years to Ancient China.
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13、 We have (出去吃) for the Spring Festival family dinner for the last three years, and we have enjoyed it no less than eating at home.
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14、 Freedom Day is held every year on 27 April to celebrate South Africa' s first fully-participated elections in1994, which everyone was allowed to vote (不管, 无论) skin color.
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15、 Can you guess which fridge (属于) which person?
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16、 (由于) this, Dad has come to love hot pot!
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17、 语法填空
Not long ago, my daughter's shoes (damage) with a knife. She burst into tears. I took them to the shoemaker' s. The man said he would add more scratches on both shoes as if the openings were made on purpose for a special style. I didn't fully understand him, but I decided to leave the shoes. Two days later I dropped by from work (collect) the shoes. I found more scratches on each shoe, but all the openings were patched by red leather and the stitches were twisted. The appearance looked (interesting) than ever.
The African penguin is expected to go extinct in the wild in just over a decade, given its current population decline. The main reason is a lack of food caused by disturbance to ocean conditions from global heating and (compete) from the commercial fishing industry. According to a study, recently scientists (identify) a possible additional cause, which further (prevent) the penguins from finding food: noise pollution from marine ships in a bay.
Crying is a natural response to emotions. Regardless of causes the tears to flow, the physical reaction is usually the same with puffy cheeks and tight eyes (lead) to streaming tears down one' s face. Despite its stigma(污名), crying can be an act relieves tension and clears feelings of negativity and sadness. Crying can communicate our emotions to others and foster greater understanding and compassion. Ultimately, crying is a powerful tool we ought to use to free ourselves negativity.
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18、 Jessie was very excited, just as I had imagined, ____ her stolen motorcycle yesterday.A、finding B、found C、having found D、to find
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19、 Teamwork is very important in modern society. ____ an effective team member, you need to develop a team attitude.A、Become B、Becoming C、Having been become D、To become
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20、 I am sure the news ____ at the meeting tomorrow will surprise all of you.A、announced B、announcing C、to be announced D、being announced