Unit1 Festivals and Celebrations【单元卷•测试卷】-2024-2025学年高一英语单元速记•巧练（人教版2019必修第三册）

Unit1 Festivals and Celebrations【单元卷•测试卷】 全卷满分120分　考试用时100分钟 第一部分　阅读(共两节,满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Food Festivals Around the World Stilton Cheese Rolling May Day is a traditional day for celebrations, but the 2,000 English villagers of Stilton must be the only people in the world who include cheese rolling in their annual plans. Teams of four, dressed in a variety of strange and funny clothes, roll a complete cheese along a 50-metre course. On the way, they must not kick or throw their cheese, or go into their competitors' lane. Competition is fierce and the chief prize is a complete Stilton cheese weighing about four kilos (disappointingly, but understandably the cheeses used in the race are wooden ones). All the competitors are served with beer or port wine, the traditional accompaniment to Stilton cheese. The National Fiery Foods & BBQ Show Every year more than 10,000 people head for the city of Albuquerque, New Mexico. They come from different countries, but they all share a common addiction—food that is not just spicy, but hot enough to make your mouth burn, your head spin and your eyes water. Their destination is the National Fiery Foods & BBQ Show which is held over a period of three days every March. You might like to try a chocolate-covered Habanero—one of the hottest peppers in the world—or any one of the thousands of products that are on show. But one thing is for sure—if you don't like the feeling of a burning tongue, this festival isn't for you! La Tomatina—The World's Biggest Food Fight On the last Wednesday of every August, the Spanish town of Buñol hosts La Tomatina—the world's largest food fight. A week-long celebration leads up to an exciting tomato battle as the highlight of the week's events. The early morning sees the arrival of large trucks with tomatoes—official fight-starters get things going by casting tomatoes at the crowd. The battle lasts little more than half an hour in which time around 50,000 kilograms of tomatoes have been thrown at anyone or anything that moves, runs, or fights back. Then everyone heads down to the river to make friends again—and for a much-needed wash! 1.In the Stilton cheese rolling competition, what do competitors on each team must do? A.Kick or throw their cheese. B.Wear various formal clothes. C.Roll a wooden cheese in their own lane. D.Use a real cheese weighing about four kilos. 2.What can you eat at the Fiery Foods & BBQ Show? A.Chinese food.　　　　 B.Hot pepper. C.Sour food.　　　　 D.Salty chocolate. 3.How many days does the celebration of La Tomatina last? A.Three days.　　　　 B.Seven days. C.Less than three days.　　　　 D.More than seven days. B Oct. 23rd is the beginning of Shuangjiang or Frost's Descent in English, the 18th of 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar. It refers to the time when frost(霜) starts to fall across China, or dew(露水) starts to congeal(凝结) into frost because of the coldness. By the time of Shuangjiang, most of the harvesting work has already been 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 time to plough the fields and prepare the soil for next year both in the 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 in 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. The persimmon(柿子) is the favored fruit in many areas. The Chinese believe that persimmons can not only keep off the coldness, but strengthen the muscles and bones. Also, chicken or mutton soup is believed to be good for sleep and thus advised. 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. 4.What does the underlined phrase “on the go” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A.Mild.　　　 B.Active.　　　 C.Admirable.　　　 D.Widespread. 5.What is the main idea of paragraph 5? A.Explain why Shuangjiang gets its name. B.Offer some activities to enjoy the colorful season. C.Introduce the ways to stay warm before the coming of winter. D.Tell the differences of the harvest in the south and north of China. 6.Which of the following statements about Shuangjiang is TRUE according to the text? A.People believe eating persimmons during Shuangjiang can help get rid of the coldness. B.Shuangjiang is the best time for people hoping to lose weight to take exercise. C.Shuangjiang is the end of summer and the beginning of autumn of a year. D.Farmers in the south of China can take a rest during Shuangjiang. 7.Which is the best title of this passage? A.Enjoy the Beautiful Autumn　　　 B.Prepare for a Good Harvest C.What Causes Frost's Descent　　　 D.Time to Say Goodbye to Autumn C Chinese New Year has been welcomed in Britain with its biggest ever program of events and celebrations. From London's Trafalgar Square to major cities across Britain, tens of thousands of British people have joined Chinese communities in celebrating the arrival of the New Year. In Manchester there was a dragon parade, led by a very impressive 54-meter-long dragon and ending in Chinatown where there was traditional Chinese entertainment, more than 6,000 lanterns,street food villages and a fireworks display. Celebrations also took place in Liverpool, Birmingham, Durham, Edinburgh, Leeds and Newcastle. Academic Dr Wu Kegang says that the Chinese New Year event in Britain is now bigger than ever and it is growing every year. When Wu arrived in Britain 26 years ago from Guangdong, the first thing he noticed was that Chinese New Year was celebrated mainly in towns and cities with big Chinese communities. “You had to go to London's Chinatown to join your countrymen in celebrating, or to Chinatowns in places like Liverpool and Manchester for events almost only held for Chinese people,” Wu recalled. Now it is so different, and we are seeing communities all over the country taking part alongside their Chinese populations,” he said. “It is clear to me that the celebrations will continue to grow in Britain. Chinese New Year has earned its place in the calendar of events in Britain, and is here to stay.” 8.Where did the dragon parade take place? A.In London.　　　　 B.In Liverpool. C.In Manchester.　　　　 D.In Birmingham. 9.When Dr Wu arrived in Britain 26 years ago, what can we know about Chinese New Year? A.It was celebrated mainly by Chinese communities. B.It was celebrated by communities all over the country. C.It was only celebrated in London, Liverpool and Manchester. D.It was celebrated by tens of thousands of British people and Chinese people. 10.How does Dr Wu think Chinese New Year will develop in Britain? A.It will lose its attraction. B.It will become a British official holiday. C.More and more British people will join in the celebrations. D.It will become the most important event in Britain. 11.What does this passage mainly tell us? A.How Chinese New Year is celebrated in Britain. B.Where Chinese New Year is celebrated in Britain. C.Chinese culture is more attractive than British culture. D.Chinese New Year has become more and more popular in Britain. D The Spring Festival is all about starting things anew. Therefore, in the week leading up to the festival, people do a thorough clean of their home to get rid of bad luck. This should all be done before the first day of the lunar year though, as washing is not allowed on the day. This is because people don't want to wash out their good luck. At the same time, it is also not allowed to sweep or throw away garbage until the 5th day of the festival. There are also a few no-nos during the Spring Festival, which everyone should avoid doing within the 15 days. We can't get a haircut, argue, swear, say unlucky words, use scissors or knives or break things. They are all taboos. The New Year's Eve meal is still the most significant of the year for Chinese families, and throughout the 15 days, it is common to go to different relatives' houses to share food. These feasts are abundant and delicious, with a variety of traditional Chinese food and special wine. There are different practices and celebrations on each of the festival's 15 days. For example, it is believed that the God of Wealth comes down on the 5th day of the Spring Festival, so people pray to him and set off firecrackers in his honor. The 15th and final day of the Spring Festival is known as the Lantern Festival, so people hang paper lanterns on the streets and at their homes, and carry them on parade. There are also different symbols used during the Spring Festival, each one with its own meaning. For example, it is common for red packets to be filled with money and given to children or adults with no job. Usually, these red packets are gifted by newly married couples to their single friends, or by elders to children. Their purpose is to transfer the fortune and luck from the givers to the receivers. Among the festivities, there are dancing dragon performances, as the creature is believed to bring good luck, good fortune, and prosperity. Flowers, tangerines(橘), and oranges are displayed as a sign of good luck and wealth. Decorations are red, made of paper and shaped like a diamond, and usually have writing on them referring to luck and prosperity. 12.Why is washing not allowed on the first day of the lunar year? A.Because people don't like washing. B.Because people have no time to wash. C.Because washing is not important on that day. D.Because people are unwilling to wash out their good luck. 13.What does the underlined word “taboos” mean in paragraph 1? A.Some things that are used to cook. B.Some things that aren't allowed to do. C.Some things that you take while you are ill. D.Some things that you are born with to do things well. 14.Why are red packets handed out to one's single friends or children? A.To send the fortune and luck to them.　　　 B.To just give them some pocket money. C.To welcome the arrival of the New Year.　　　D.To wish them a long life and prosperity. 15.In which part of the newspaper may the text appear? A.Sports.　　　 B.Science.　　　 C.Culture.　　　 D.Business. 第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分) 　　阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 How to celebrate Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is celebrated in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November. Thanksgiving is about spending time with family and friends, and being thankful for the people and things in your life. 　16　 Watching the Thanksgiving Day Parade(游行), playing football, being a volunteer, and playing games are also ways to celebrate Thanksgiving.  Invite family and friends a month ahead. Make a list of the family members and friends that you would like to celebrate Thanksgiving with. Let them know that you will be celebrating Thanksgiving and that you would like them to come. Letting them know ahead of time will allow them to make plans if they need to travel. 　17　 That's because they already have plans for Thanksgiving.　  Choose a potluck(百味餐) as the Thanksgiving meal. A potluck will make it easier for you to cook. If you choose this type of meal, ask your guests what they would like to bring. Make a list of the dishes they will bring. 　18　 The host will usually cook the turkey for a Thanksgiving meal.  　19　 This way you can ensure that you will have the turkey for the meal. Buy the turkey from your local stores or turkey farms. Buy a 12-pound turkey to feed 10 to 15 people.　  Make a shopping list. Make a list of all the things you will need to prepare the meal. Buy dry ingredients(食材) one or two weeks ahead. 　20　 For example, buy bread, canned pumpkin, butter and the ham two weeks ahead. Buy cranberries, green beans, rolls, corn, sweet potatoes, and milk five to seven days in advance.  A.Buy the turkey two or three weeks ahead. B.Then the host provides the rest of the food. C.But you need to know that some people may refuse. D.Buy fresh ingredients five to seven days in advance. E.It is celebrated by having a big meal with the turkey. F.If you don't feel like eating the turkey, order a pizza or a takeout. G.Make other dishes to help you feel the Thanksgiving spirit. 16.　　　 17.　　　 18.　　　 19.　　　 20.　　　  第三部分　语言运用(共两节,满分30分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分) 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 As the fifth of the seven children, I went to the same school as my elder sisters and brothers. Every child took part in an old school tradition—the　21　 plant sale held in early May, just in time 　22　 Mother's Day.  The third grade was the first time that I was allowed to take part in the plant sale. I　23　 to surprise my mother, but I didn't have any money. I went to my eldest sister and she 　24　 to help. Then, at the plant sale, I carefully made my 　25　 to ensure that I had 　26　 found the best geranium(天竺葵). I hid it secretly.  On Mother's Day, bursting with　27　, I gave my mother that geranium. I remember her eyes 　28　 with joy.  The year I was fifteen, my younger sister　29　 the third grade. In early May she came to me and I gave her some money. She arrived home full of 　30　 excitement, the best geranium hidden in a paper bag.  With a sweet　31　 of familiarity, I helped my little sister hide that geranium, 　32　 her that our mother would not find it. When she proudly gave my mother the geranium, Mom gave me a soft, secret 　33　. I smiled back. I had been wondering how my mother could 　34　 such a joyful smile at the same gift all the time, but when I found her eyes bright with joy at that most 　35　 gift, I knew her joy was sincere.  21.A.daily　　　 B.weekly　 　　C.monthly　　　 D.yearly 22.A.to　　　 B.for　　　 C.with　　　 D.of 23.A.desired　　 B.preferred C.hesitated　　　 D.hated 24.A.sought　　　 B.continued C.failed　　　 D.volunteered 25.A.trip　　　 B.fortune C.selection　　　 D.appearance 26.A.always　　 B.briefly C.currently　　　 D.indeed 27.A.pride　　　 B.ideas C.fantasy　　　 D.plans 28.A.breaking up B.clearing up C.lighting up　　 D.cheering up 29.A.read　　　 B.reached C.finished　　　 D.got 30.A.confused　 B.nervous C.surprised　　　 D.romantic 31.A.sense　　　 B.sight C.source　　　 D.sign 32.A.reminding　 B.warning C.teaching　　　 D.promising 33.A.look　　　 B.smile　　　 C.wave　　　 D.signal 34.A.manage　 B.perform C.control　　　 D.hide 35.A.expensive　 B.ordinary C.precious　　　 D.original 第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分) 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。 The Water-Splashing Festival(泼水节) is a traditional festival for the Dai ethnic minority in Yunnan Province, 　36　 marks the official New Year celebration for the Dai ethnic minority living in China. 　37　(hold) during the sixth month of the Dai calendar, it usually lasts three days.  For the Dai ethnic minority in Yunnan Province, water is a symbol 　38　 goodness and the most valuable thing. During the festival, both men and women enjoy 　39　(them) in the game of water-splashing. They are armed with buckets of water to make each other 　40　(complete) wet, wishing all good luck and happiness to happen to them.  During the festival, the door of every house　41　(decorate) with colorful pieces of paper. All the 　42　(villager) wear their unique costumes. Mutton and beef are served with delicious rice cakes, rice noodles, and rice wine. The festival is celebrated with 　43　 variety of activities, including singing and dancing, firework displays and boat racing. The Dai ethnic minority will also invite people from other ethnic minorities and tourists 　44　(come) from afar(从远处) to celebrate the festival.  The Water-Splashing Festival is the Dai ethnic minority's respect for water, music, dance and food. It is also a 　45　(culture) bridge between China and Southeast Asian countries that share the same festive culture of the water-splashing.  第三部分　写作(共两节,满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 每年的3月21日是“世界睡眠日”(World Sleep Day)。请你以“The Importance of Good Sleep”为主题,按下列要点写一篇演讲稿: 1.“世界睡眠日”的时间和目的; 2.睡眠不良的危害; 3.提高睡眠质量的建议。 注意: 1.词数80左右; 2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  第二节(满分25分) 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Last year, I traveled from the US to my childhood village in Zimbabwe for the Christmas holiday. The whole village feels very much like one happy family get-together when people from nearby cities or neighboring countries celebrate the festive season in their childhood homes. On Christmas Day, I woke up to the familiar(熟悉的) sound of my mother calling my name and knocking on my door. As is morning tradition on that day, everyone was preparing gifts for the festival. I quickly put on my favourite clothes. Along with my parents and two brothers, we walked a little more than a mile to the small village store. On our way there, my brother wisely advised me to ask for drinks as goods were likely to run out because of high need from the holiday. When I stepped into that familiar small store that still smells of childhood, it looked as if it were frozen in time. The shelves were stocked with the same village basics—cooking oil, salt, bread, candy, milk, stationery, matches, candles... As I was placing my drink orders, two young boys about 5 and 8 years old walked in with big smiles. Their clothes were oversized, old and tattered(破烂的). The older brother emptied his pockets, placed a handful of coins on the counter(柜台), and cheerfully explained they had been sent to buy food for Christmas. He asked for “two loaves of bread, cooking oil, milk and...” Before he could finish, the younger brother added, “Our mother said we could buy candy with the change.” 注意:续写词数应为150个左右。 “It is only 24c change left. What would you like to buy?” said the shopkeeper. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 The two boys clapped hands(拍手), a traditional way of saying thanks to me. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ Unit1 Festivals and Celebrations【单元卷•测试卷】 全卷满分120分　考试用时100分钟 第一部分　阅读(共两节,满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Food Festivals Around the World Stilton Cheese Rolling May Day is a traditional day for celebrations, but the 2,000 English villagers of Stilton must be the only people in the world who include cheese rolling in their annual plans. Teams of four, dressed in a variety of strange and funny clothes, roll a complete cheese along a 50-metre course. On the way, they must not kick or throw their cheese, or go into their competitors' lane. Competition is fierce and the chief prize is a complete Stilton cheese weighing about four kilos (disappointingly, but understandably the cheeses used in the race are wooden ones). All the competitors are served with beer or port wine, the traditional accompaniment to Stilton cheese. The National Fiery Foods & BBQ Show Every year more than 10,000 people head for the city of Albuquerque, New Mexico. They come from different countries, but they all share a common addiction—food that is not just spicy, but hot enough to make your mouth burn, your head spin and your eyes water. Their destination is the National Fiery Foods & BBQ Show which is held over a period of three days every March. You might like to try a chocolate-covered Habanero—one of the hottest peppers in the world—or any one of the thousands of products that are on show. But one thing is for sure—if you don't like the feeling of a burning tongue, this festival isn't for you! La Tomatina—The World's Biggest Food Fight On the last Wednesday of every August, the Spanish town of Buñol hosts La Tomatina—the world's largest food fight. A week-long celebration leads up to an exciting tomato battle as the highlight of the week's events. The early morning sees the arrival of large trucks with tomatoes—official fight-starters get things going by casting tomatoes at the crowd. The battle lasts little more than half an hour in which time around 50,000 kilograms of tomatoes have been thrown at anyone or anything that moves, runs, or fights back. Then everyone heads down to the river to make friends again—and for a much-needed wash! 1.In the Stilton cheese rolling competition, what do competitors on each team must do? A.Kick or throw their cheese. B.Wear various formal clothes. C.Roll a wooden cheese in their own lane. D.Use a real cheese weighing about four kilos. 2.What can you eat at the Fiery Foods & BBQ Show? A.Chinese food.　　　　 B.Hot pepper. C.Sour food.　　　　 D.Salty chocolate. 3.How many days does the celebration of La Tomatina last? A.Three days.　　　　 B.Seven days. C.Less than three days.　　　　 D.More than seven days. 语篇解读　本文是一篇说明文,主要介绍了3个与食物有关的活动。 1.C　细节理解题。根据Stilton Cheese Rolling部分中的“roll a complete cheese...On the way, they must not kick or throw their cheese, or go into their competitors' lane...the cheeses used in the race are wooden ones”可知,每队的参赛者必须在自己的赛道上滚动一块木制奶酪。故选C。 2.B　细节理解题。根据The National Fiery Foods & BBQ Show部分中的“You might like to try a chocolate-covered Habanero—one of the hottest peppers in the world”可知,可以吃到辣椒。故选B。 3.B　细节理解题。由La Tomatina—The World's Biggest Food Fight部分中的“A week-long celebration leads up to an exciting tomato battle as the highlight of the week's events.”可知,这个庆祝活动持续一周(七天)。故选B。 B Oct. 23rd is the beginning of Shuangjiang or Frost's Descent in English, the 18th of 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar. It refers to the time when frost(霜) starts to fall across China, or dew(露水) starts to congeal(凝结) into frost because of the coldness. By the time of Shuangjiang, most of the harvesting work has already been 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 time to plough the fields and prepare the soil for next year both in the 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 in 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. The persimmon(柿子) is the favored fruit in many areas. The Chinese believe that persimmons can not only keep off the coldness, but strengthen the muscles and bones. Also, chicken or mutton soup is believed to be good for sleep and thus advised. 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. 4.What does the underlined phrase “on the go” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A.Mild.　　　 B.Active.　　　 C.Admirable.　　　 D.Widespread. 5.What is the main idea of paragraph 5? A.Explain why Shuangjiang gets its name. B.Offer some activities to enjoy the colorful season. C.Introduce the ways to stay warm before the coming of winter. D.Tell the differences of the harvest in the south and north of China. 6.Which of the following statements about Shuangjiang is TRUE according to the text? A.People believe eating persimmons during Shuangjiang can help get rid of the coldness. B.Shuangjiang is the best time for people hoping to lose weight to take exercise. C.Shuangjiang is the end of summer and the beginning of autumn of a year. D.Farmers in the south of China can take a rest during Shuangjiang. 7.Which is the best title of this passage? A.Enjoy the Beautiful Autumn　　　 B.Prepare for a Good Harvest C.What Causes Frost's Descent　　　 D.Time to Say Goodbye to Autumn 语篇解读　本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国二十四节气中的第十八个节气——霜降。 4.B　词义猜测题。第二段第一句提到“到霜降时,中国北方的大部分收割工作已经完成”,根据画线短语所在句中的But可推断,南方的收割工作仍在继续,(be) on the go意为“十分活跃,非常忙碌”,与active的意思一致。故选B。 5.C　主旨大意题。第五段第一句是本段主旨句,介绍保暖是一件非常重要的事情,接下来几句介绍中国人保暖的几个方法。由此可知,本段主要介绍了一些在冬天来临之前保暖的方法。故选C。 6.A　细节理解题。根据第五段中的“The Chinese believe that persimmons can not only keep off the coldness, but strengthen the muscles and bones.”可知,人们相信在霜降期间吃柿子可以驱寒。故选A。 7.D　主旨大意题。本文主要介绍了霜降的相关内容,包括它的日期,人们在这一节气期间的活动,这一节气期间的节日、美景,吃什么来保暖等,D项“对秋天说再见的时间”指的就是霜降,最适合作为本文标题。故选D。 【高频词汇】　 1.refer to指的是　2.complete v.完成　3.keep off与……保持距离　4.strengthen v.加强;巩固;增强　5.freezing adj.寒冷的　6.come to an end结束;完结　7.equally adv.同样地;平等地 【熟词生义】　fall v.发生;出现 【差距词汇】　plough v.犁(地) 长难句 原句　It refers to the time when frost starts to fall across China, or dew starts to congeal into frost because of the coldness. 分析　本句为主从复合句。when引导定语从句,修饰先行词the time;在定语从句中,or连接两个并列的分句。 译文　它指的是霜开始在中国各地开始出现的时间,或者由于寒冷,露水开始凝结成霜的时间。 C Chinese New Year has been welcomed in Britain with its biggest ever program of events and celebrations. From London's Trafalgar Square to major cities across Britain, tens of thousands of British people have joined Chinese communities in celebrating the arrival of the New Year. In Manchester there was a dragon parade, led by a very impressive 54-meter-long dragon and ending in Chinatown where there was traditional Chinese entertainment, more than 6,000 lanterns,street food villages and a fireworks display. Celebrations also took place in Liverpool, Birmingham, Durham, Edinburgh, Leeds and Newcastle. Academic Dr Wu Kegang says that the Chinese New Year event in Britain is now bigger than ever and it is growing every year. When Wu arrived in Britain 26 years ago from Guangdong, the first thing he noticed was that Chinese New Year was celebrated mainly in towns and cities with big Chinese communities. “You had to go to London's Chinatown to join your countrymen in celebrating, or to Chinatowns in places like Liverpool and Manchester for events almost only held for Chinese people,” Wu recalled. Now it is so different, and we are seeing communities all over the country taking part alongside their Chinese populations,” he said. “It is clear to me that the celebrations will continue to grow in Britain. Chinese New Year has earned its place in the calendar of events in Britain, and is here to stay.” 8.Where did the dragon parade take place? A.In London.　　　　 B.In Liverpool. C.In Manchester.　　　　 D.In Birmingham. 9.When Dr Wu arrived in Britain 26 years ago, what can we know about Chinese New Year? A.It was celebrated mainly by Chinese communities. B.It was celebrated by communities all over the country. C.It was only celebrated in London, Liverpool and Manchester. D.It was celebrated by tens of thousands of British people and Chinese people. 10.How does Dr Wu think Chinese New Year will develop in Britain? A.It will lose its attraction. B.It will become a British official holiday. C.More and more British people will join in the celebrations. D.It will become the most important event in Britain. 11.What does this passage mainly tell us? A.How Chinese New Year is celebrated in Britain. B.Where Chinese New Year is celebrated in Britain. C.Chinese culture is more attractive than British culture. D.Chinese New Year has become more and more popular in Britain. 语篇解读　本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了中国新年在英国越来越受欢迎的情况。 8.C　细节理解题。根据第二段中的“In Manchester there was a dragon parade”可知,舞龙表演在曼彻斯特举行。故选C。 9.A　细节理解题。根据第三段中的“When Wu arrived in Britain...was celebrated mainly in towns and cities with big Chinese communities.”可知,26年前,在英国,中国新年主要由华人社区庆祝。故选A。 10.C　细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Now it is so different...will continue to grow in Britain.”可知,越来越多的英国人将会参加中国新年的庆祝活动。故选C。 11.D　主旨大意题。文章第一段点明中国新年在英国受到欢迎。第二段描述了英国各城市庆祝新年的盛况;第三、四段对比了过去和现在中国新年在英国的庆祝情况。故D项“中国新年在英国变得越来越受欢迎”符合题意。故选D。 D The Spring Festival is all about starting things anew. Therefore, in the week leading up to the festival, people do a thorough clean of their home to get rid of bad luck. This should all be done before the first day of the lunar year though, as washing is not allowed on the day. This is because people don't want to wash out their good luck. At the same time, it is also not allowed to sweep or throw away garbage until the 5th day of the festival. There are also a few no-nos during the Spring Festival, which everyone should avoid doing within the 15 days. We can't get a haircut, argue, swear, say unlucky words, use scissors or knives or break things. They are all taboos. The New Year's Eve meal is still the most significant of the year for Chinese families, and throughout the 15 days, it is common to go to different relatives' houses to share food. These feasts are abundant and delicious, with a variety of traditional Chinese food and special wine. There are different practices and celebrations on each of the festival's 15 days. For example, it is believed that the God of Wealth comes down on the 5th day of the Spring Festival, so people pray to him and set off firecrackers in his honor. The 15th and final day of the Spring Festival is known as the Lantern Festival, so people hang paper lanterns on the streets and at their homes, and carry them on parade. There are also different symbols used during the Spring Festival, each one with its own meaning. For example, it is common for red packets to be filled with money and given to children or adults with no job. Usually, these red packets are gifted by newly married couples to their single friends, or by elders to children. Their purpose is to transfer the fortune and luck from the givers to the receivers. Among the festivities, there are dancing dragon performances, as the creature is believed to bring good luck, good fortune, and prosperity. Flowers, tangerines(橘), and oranges are displayed as a sign of good luck and wealth. Decorations are red, made of paper and shaped like a diamond, and usually have writing on them referring to luck and prosperity. 12.Why is washing not allowed on the first day of the lunar year? A.Because people don't like washing. B.Because people have no time to wash. C.Because washing is not important on that day. D.Because people are unwilling to wash out their good luck. 13.What does the underlined word “taboos” mean in paragraph 1? A.Some things that are used to cook. B.Some things that aren't allowed to do. C.Some things that you take while you are ill. D.Some things that you are born with to do things well. 14.Why are red packets handed out to one's single friends or children? A.To send the fortune and luck to them.　　　 B.To just give them some pocket money. C.To welcome the arrival of the New Year.　　　D.To wish them a long life and prosperity. 15.In which part of the newspaper may the text appear? A.Sports.　　　 B.Science.　　　 C.Culture.　　　 D.Business. 语篇解读　本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了春节期间的一些习俗和活动。 12.D　细节理解题。根据第一段中的“...as washing is not allowed on the day. This is because people don􀆳t want to wash out their good luck.”可知,在大年初一那天,人们不冲洗是因为不想把好运冲掉。故选D。 13.B　词义猜测题。画线词所在句的上文提到,春节期间也有一些不可以做的事,在这15天里每个人都应该避免做。我们不能理发、争吵、骂人、说不吉利的话、用剪刀或刀,也不能摔东西。画线词所在句“它们都是taboos”中的“它们”指的是上文提到的理发、争吵等一系列行为,很明显,它们都是禁忌(不能做的事情)。故选B。 14.A　细节理解题。根据第四段中的“Usually, these red packets are gifted by newly married couples to their single friends, or by elders to children. Their purpose is to transfer the fortune and luck from the givers to the receivers.”可知,给单身朋友或者孩子红包的目的是把财富和好运传给他们。故选A。 15.C　推理判断题。文章从春节期间的禁忌、除夕夜团圆饭、每天不同的习俗和庆祝活动、红包、舞龙表演这些方面对春节进行介绍,由此可知,本文应是关于文化的。故选C。 【高频词汇】　1.lead up to是……的先导　2.thorough adj.彻底的;完全的　3.get rid of摆脱　4.relative n.亲戚 5.a variety of 各种各样的　6.in sb’s honor为向……表示敬意　7.display v.陈列;展示 【熟词生义】　practice n.习俗 【差距词汇】　1.anew adv.重新;再　2.on parade在列队行进;在接受检阅　3.festivities n.[pl.]庆祝活动 长难句 原句　Decorations are red, made of paper and shaped like a diamond, and usually have writing on them referring to luck and prosperity. 分析　本句为简单句,第二个and连接两个并列的谓语部分。“made of paper”和“shaped like a diamond”是两个并列的过去分词短语,均作Decorations的后置定语;“referring to luck and prosperity”为现在分词短语,作writing的后置定语。 译文　装饰物是红色的,用纸做成的并且形状像钻石,它们上面通常还有文字,指的是好运和繁荣。 第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分) 　　阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 How to celebrate Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is celebrated in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November. Thanksgiving is about spending time with family and friends, and being thankful for the people and things in your life. 　16　 Watching the Thanksgiving Day Parade(游行), playing football, being a volunteer, and playing games are also ways to celebrate Thanksgiving.  Invite family and friends a month ahead. Make a list of the family members and friends that you would like to celebrate Thanksgiving with. Let them know that you will be celebrating Thanksgiving and that you would like them to come. Letting them know ahead of time will allow them to make plans if they need to travel. 　17　 That's because they already have plans for Thanksgiving.　  Choose a potluck(百味餐) as the Thanksgiving meal. A potluck will make it easier for you to cook. If you choose this type of meal, ask your guests what they would like to bring. Make a list of the dishes they will bring. 　18　 The host will usually cook the turkey for a Thanksgiving meal.  　19　 This way you can ensure that you will have the turkey for the meal. Buy the turkey from your local stores or turkey farms. Buy a 12-pound turkey to feed 10 to 15 people.　  Make a shopping list. Make a list of all the things you will need to prepare the meal. Buy dry ingredients(食材) one or two weeks ahead. 　20　 For example, buy bread, canned pumpkin, butter and the ham two weeks ahead. Buy cranberries, green beans, rolls, corn, sweet potatoes, and milk five to seven days in advance.  A.Buy the turkey two or three weeks ahead. B.Then the host provides the rest of the food. C.But you need to know that some people may refuse. D.Buy fresh ingredients five to seven days in advance. E.It is celebrated by having a big meal with the turkey. F.If you don't feel like eating the turkey, order a pizza or a takeout. G.Make other dishes to help you feel the Thanksgiving spirit. 16.　　　 17.　　　 18.　　　 19.　　　 20.　　　  语篇解读　本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了美国人庆祝感恩节的方式。 16.E　空后的“Watching the Thanksgiving Day Parade...to celebrate Thanksgiving.”(观看感恩节大游行,踢足球,做志愿者以及玩游戏也是感恩节的庆祝方式。)讲了感恩节的庆祝方式,且本句中的“also”暗示上文也应讲庆祝方式,E项“通过吃有火鸡的大餐来庆祝它。”符合语境。故选E。 17.C　上文提到提前一个月邀请家人和朋友来过感恩节,再根据空后一句“That's because they already have plans for Thanksgiving.”可推知,此处表示有些人可能会拒绝你的邀请。故选C。 18.B　设空处与前后文构成的语义结构为:列出客人们要带的菜的清单→　18　→主人通常会做火鸡作为感恩节食物。B项“然后主人提供其余的食物。”中的“Then”与上文构成顺承关系,空后的“The host will usually cook the turkey”讲了主人通常做的菜,与B项衔接。   19.A　根据下文中的“This way you can ensure that you will have the turkey for the meal.”可知,这种方式能确保有火鸡吃。A项“提前两三周买火鸡。”恰好与下文内容充分衔接,“This way”指的是A项的内容。故选A。 20.D　空前的“Buy dry ingredients one or two weeks ahead.”表示提前一两周买干食材,与下文例子中的“买面包、南瓜罐头……”等食材相呼应;D项“提前五到七天购买新鲜的食材。”与下文例子中的“买越橘、四季豆……”等新鲜食材相呼应。故选D。 第三部分　语言运用(共两节,满分30分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分) 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 As the fifth of the seven children, I went to the same school as my elder sisters and brothers. Every child took part in an old school tradition—the　21　 plant sale held in early May, just in time 　22　 Mother's Day.  The third grade was the first time that I was allowed to take part in the plant sale. I　23　 to surprise my mother, but I didn't have any money. I went to my eldest sister and she 　24　 to help. Then, at the plant sale, I carefully made my 　25　 to ensure that I had 　26　 found the best geranium(天竺葵). I hid it secretly.  On Mother's Day, bursting with　27　, I gave my mother that geranium. I remember her eyes 　28　 with joy.  The year I was fifteen, my younger sister　29　 the third grade. In early May she came to me and I gave her some money. She arrived home full of 　30　 excitement, the best geranium hidden in a paper bag.  With a sweet　31　 of familiarity, I helped my little sister hide that geranium, 　32　 her that our mother would not find it. When she proudly gave my mother the geranium, Mom gave me a soft, secret 　33　. I smiled back. I had been wondering how my mother could 　34　 such a joyful smile at the same gift all the time, but when I found her eyes bright with joy at that most 　35　 gift, I knew her joy was sincere.  21.A.daily　　　 B.weekly　 　　C.monthly　　　 D.yearly 22.A.to　　　 B.for　　　 C.with　　　 D.of 23.A.desired　　 B.preferred C.hesitated　　　 D.hated 24.A.sought　　　 B.continued C.failed　　　 D.volunteered 25.A.trip　　　 B.fortune C.selection　　　 D.appearance 26.A.always　　 B.briefly C.currently　　　 D.indeed 27.A.pride　　　 B.ideas C.fantasy　　　 D.plans 28.A.breaking up B.clearing up C.lighting up　　 D.cheering up 29.A.read　　　 B.reached C.finished　　　 D.got 30.A.confused　 B.nervous C.surprised　　　 D.romantic 31.A.sense　　　 B.sight C.source　　　 D.sign 32.A.reminding　 B.warning C.teaching　　　 D.promising 33.A.look　　　 B.smile　　　 C.wave　　　 D.signal 34.A.manage　 B.perform C.control　　　 D.hide 35.A.expensive　 B.ordinary C.precious　　　 D.original 语篇解读　本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者和妹妹小时候给妈妈送母亲节礼物的故事。 21.D　根据“an old school tradition”和“in early May”可知,这个传统应该是“每年”举行。A.每日的;B.每周一次的;C.每月一次的;D.每年一次的。故选D。 22.B　in time for为固定搭配,意为“来得及;及时”。故选B。 23.A　根据下文“to surprise my mother, but I didn't have any money”可知,作者想要给妈妈惊喜,但是没有钱。A.想要;B.更喜欢;C.迟疑,犹豫;D.憎恨。故选A。 24.D　根据上文“I went to my eldest sister”和下文“Then, at the plant sale, I carefully made my”可知,此处指姐姐自愿帮助了作者。A.寻找;B.继续;C.失败;D.自愿做,主动提供。故选D。 25.C　根据下文“found the best geranium”可知,此处指作者进行“挑选”。A.旅行;B.运气,命运;C.选择,挑选;D.露面,外貌。 故选C。 26.D　根据空前的“to ensure”和下文“found the best geranium”可知,作者仔细挑选的目的是确保自己确实找到了最好的。A.总是;B.暂时地;C.目前,当前;D.确实,实际上。故选D。 27.A　根据上文作者精心挑选天竺葵和下文“I gave my mother that geranium”可知,这里指作者对自己的礼物很“自豪”。A.自豪,骄傲;B.想法;C.幻想,想象;D.计划。故选A。 28.C　根据最后一段中的“I found her eyes bright with joy”可知,妈妈眼中充满了喜悦。A.破裂;B.清理;C.露出喜色;D.振作起来。故选C。 29.B　根据空后的“the third grade”可知,此处指妹妹“到达”三年级这个阶段了。A.阅读;B.到达;C.完成;D.得到。故选B。 30.B　根据下文“the best geranium hidden in a paper bag”可推断,此处指妹妹紧张而兴奋。A.迷惑的;B.紧张的;C.惊讶的;D.浪漫的。故选B。 31.A　a sense of为固定搭配,意为“一种……感”。A.感觉,意识;B.视力,景象;C.根源,来源;D.迹象。故选A。 32.D　根据下文“our mother would not find it”可知,此处指“我”向妹妹“许诺”。A.提醒;B.警告;C.教;D.许诺,承诺。故选D。 33.B　根据下文“I smiled back.”可知,此处指妈妈给了“我”一个“微笑”。A.眼神;B.微笑;C.挥手;D.信号。故选B。 34.A　根据语境并结合选项可知,此处指“我”想知道,妈妈是如何“设法”微笑的。A.设法;B.表演;C.控制;D.藏。故选A。 35.C　根据上文“I found her eyes bright with joy”可知,虽然妈妈每年收到的礼物都一样,但她认为她收到的是最“珍贵的”礼物。A.昂贵的;B.普通的;C.珍贵的;D.独创的。故选C。 第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分) 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。 The Water-Splashing Festival(泼水节) is a traditional festival for the Dai ethnic minority in Yunnan Province, 　36　 marks the official New Year celebration for the Dai ethnic minority living in China. 　37　(hold) during the sixth month of the Dai calendar, it usually lasts three days.  For the Dai ethnic minority in Yunnan Province, water is a symbol 　38　 goodness and the most valuable thing. During the festival, both men and women enjoy 　39　(them) in the game of water-splashing. They are armed with buckets of water to make each other 　40　(complete) wet, wishing all good luck and happiness to happen to them.  During the festival, the door of every house　41　(decorate) with colorful pieces of paper. All the 　42　(villager) wear their unique costumes. Mutton and beef are served with delicious rice cakes, rice noodles, and rice wine. The festival is celebrated with 　43　 variety of activities, including singing and dancing, firework displays and boat racing. The Dai ethnic minority will also invite people from other ethnic minorities and tourists 　44　(come) from afar(从远处) to celebrate the festival.  The Water-Splashing Festival is the Dai ethnic minority's respect for water, music, dance and food. It is also a 　45　(culture) bridge between China and Southeast Asian countries that share the same festive culture of the water-splashing.  语篇解读　本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了云南傣族的泼水节。 36.which　考查定语从句。句意:泼水节是云南省傣族的传统节日,这是生活在中国的傣族的正式新年庆祝活动。设空处无提示词,空前有逗号,且逗号前面的句子意思完整、不缺成分,而逗号后面的句子缺少主语,故推测设空处引导非限制性定语从句,先行词是The Water-Splashing Festival,指物,从句缺少主语,故应用关系代词which引导从句。 37.Held　考查过去分词。句意:这个节日在傣历的第六个月举行,通常持续三天。分析句子可知,句中已有谓语lasts,故此处应用非谓语动词;hold与其逻辑主语it(the Water-Splashing Festival)之间是被动关系,应用过去分词作状语;设空处位于句首,注意单词首字母大写。故填Held。 38.of　考查介词。句意:对于云南省的傣族来说,水是善良的象征,是最宝贵的东西。a symbol of意为“一个……的象征”。故填of。 39.themselves　考查反身代词。句意:在节日期间,男人们和女人们都在泼水游戏中玩得很开心。此处主语和宾语指相同的人,应用反身代词。enjoy oneself意为“玩得开心”。故填themselves。 40.completely　考查副词。句意:他们拿着一桶桶水,把对方完全打湿,希望所有的好运和幸福都发生在他们身上。设空处修饰形容词wet,应用副词。故填 completely。 41.is decorated　考查动词的时态、语态和主谓一致。句意:节日期间,家家户户的门都用五颜六色的纸片装饰。该句讲述通常的情况,且door和decorate之间为被动关系,应用一般现在时的被动语态;door为单数名词,谓语动词应用第三人称单数。故填is decorated。 42.villagers　考查名词的数。句意:所有的村民都穿着他们独特的服装。villager是可数名词,前面有修饰词All,应用名词复数。故填villagers。 43.a　考查固定短语。句意:人们会举办各种各样的活动来庆祝这个节日,包括歌舞、烟火表演和划船比赛。a variety of意为“各种各样的”。故填a。 44.coming　考查现在分词。句意:傣族(人民)还会邀请其他少数民族和远道而来的游客庆祝这个节日。分析句子可知,设空处作后置定语修饰名词tourists,tourists和come之间为主动关系,应用现在分词。故填coming。 45.cultural　考查形容词。句意:它也是中国和东南亚有相同的泼水的节日文化的国家之间的一座文化桥梁。设空处作定语修饰后面的名词bridge,应用形容词。故填 cultural。 【高频词汇】　1.mark v.标志;表明;纪念　2.symbol n.象征　3.goodness n.善良　4.be armed with装备有 5.display n.表演;展览 第三部分　写作(共两节,满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 每年的3月21日是“世界睡眠日”(World Sleep Day)。请你以“The Importance of Good Sleep”为主题,按下列要点写一篇演讲稿: 1.“世界睡眠日”的时间和目的; 2.睡眠不良的危害; 3.提高睡眠质量的建议。 注意: 1.词数80左右; 2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  One possible version: Ladies and gentlemen, Good morning! I feel honored to share my topic “The Importance of Good Sleep” with you. World Sleep Day is annually celebrated on March 21, aiming to raise public awareness of good sleep. The lack of good sleep will not only weaken the immune system, but also cause a bad mood and inefficiency. So you'd better form a regular sleep habit and try to make your bedroom pleasant and quiet to sleep in. Besides, it is important that you should avoid tea, coffee or alcohol before bedtime. That's all. Many thanks for listening! 第二节(满分25分) 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Last year, I traveled from the US to my childhood village in Zimbabwe for the Christmas holiday. The whole village feels very much like one happy family get-together when people from nearby cities or neighboring countries celebrate the festive season in their childhood homes. On Christmas Day, I woke up to the familiar(熟悉的) sound of my mother calling my name and knocking on my door. As is morning tradition on that day, everyone was preparing gifts for the festival. I quickly put on my favourite clothes. Along with my parents and two brothers, we walked a little more than a mile to the small village store. On our way there, my brother wisely advised me to ask for drinks as goods were likely to run out because of high need from the holiday. When I stepped into that familiar small store that still smells of childhood, it looked as if it were frozen in time. The shelves were stocked with the same village basics—cooking oil, salt, bread, candy, milk, stationery, matches, candles... As I was placing my drink orders, two young boys about 5 and 8 years old walked in with big smiles. Their clothes were oversized, old and tattered(破烂的). The older brother emptied his pockets, placed a handful of coins on the counter(柜台), and cheerfully explained they had been sent to buy food for Christmas. He asked for “two loaves of bread, cooking oil, milk and...” Before he could finish, the younger brother added, “Our mother said we could buy candy with the change.” 注意:续写词数应为150个左右。 “It is only 24c change left. What would you like to buy?” said the shopkeeper. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 The two boys clapped hands(拍手), a traditional way of saying thanks to me. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 One possible version: “It is only 24c change left. What would you like to buy?” said the shopkeeper. The shopkeeper was slightly annoyed that the kids had stopped my conversation with him. They pointed at different candies behind the glass display. “Five of those!” the younger brother said. “And five of the yellow ones, too. My sister likes them.” The shopkeeper said, “That is more than plenty for the change.” “It's OK. They can have whatever they want,” I said with a smile. “It's Christmas Day today, and you can add it to my order.” The two boys clapped hands(拍手), a traditional way of saying thanks to me. I told them to get whatever they wanted. “Can we add five candles, for Mum, Dad, my sister, my brother and me, too?” the older brother politely asked me. I nodded, and the two brothers started dancing with joy. In all, their order cost me less than $5. But I could tell from their grinning faces that I might as well have been their Santa. With my drinks, I walked to my parents and brothers. 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