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Unit 1 Festivals and celebrations
Reading and Thinking
Why do we celebrate festivals?
Today’s festivals have a wide ______ of origins, including the seasons of the year, famous _______, important events, and religions. The _______ festival is one of the most popular festivals and is celebrated in many cultures. Customs play a _________ role in festivals, but they can change over time.
significant
range
figures
harvest
n. 起源
n.宗教
Ex5 on P5
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For example, some Chinese cities no longer allow firecrackers during the Spring Festival, as they can increase air pollution. These days, festivals are becoming more __________, with people spending more money on gifts. Festivals _______ people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are ________ to spend time with family, and to relax and enjoy life.
occasions
commercial
reflect
v. 反映
n. 信仰;信任
n.宗教信仰;相信
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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.
世界各地都庆祝各种节日。节日的由来五花八门,比如时节、宗教、著名人物及重要事件。每个节日都有其不同的习俗和独特的魅力。然而,无论它们多么迥异,在世界各地,分享快乐、感恩、友爱或和平的精神存在于所有节日之中。
疑问词+ever”引导的从句:
no matter when/where/how/what/who/ which/whom引导让步状语从句
No matter how hard you shout, Granny won't be able to hear you.
不管你叫得多响,奶奶都听不到你的声音。
①No matter ______ you may do,do it well.
②No matter ________ carefully I explained, she still didn't understand.
③ No matter __________ Chinese people live or what dialect the speak, they can all still communicate in writing.
④______________________________________(不管你怎么努力尝试),it is difficult to lose weight without cutting down the amount you cat.
⑤ Your support is important to our work. __________________
(无论你做什么)helps.
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