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Unit 2 BRIDGING CULTURES
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●Ⅰ 阅读理解
A [2025·江苏省苏锡常镇四市高三二模]
文体:记叙文 主题:人与社会 词数:312
Learning new languages can be empowering, opening doors to connect with people from different cultures. Recently, a man practising Chinese gained widespread attention after visiting a local Lanzhou noodle restaurant and speaking the language in a truly memorable way. Canadian resident Cali Lopez shared a video of his interaction with a Chinese waitress and their authentic and curious exchange quickly won praise online.
The incident occurred in Saskatoon,one of Canada’s largest cities, with a growing Chinese community. Cali appeared anxious and nervous at the Lanzhou noodle restaurant before a waitress approached him. Greeting her in her native language, he nearly left her in shock.
With a smile, Cali then politely asked the waitress if he could practise his Chinese and began ordering in her language, asking questions about the menu. He noticed a dish that caught his interest and asked in Chinese, “Is this sour pickle (泡菜) soup hot?” The waitress replied, “Yes, a little bit spicy.” Cali, who works as an English teacher, was fine with mild spice, replying, “Oh, I just want to order one.” When she asked about his other food preferences, he shared his desire for a dish with rice noodles.
The waitress then listed the restaurant’s six types of noodles, including three round and three flat varieties. Cali appeared to struggle a bit while discussing the types of noodles in Chinese, requesting the waitress to point to the menu and explain each dish’s preparation to help him order. After some thought, he chose the thinnest of the round noodles.
Curious about his language skills,Cali then asked,“Can you understand me?” and waited eagerly for her response. The waitress confirmed she could, leaving Cali visibly moved.
The one-minute video of this genuine and heartfelt exchange has received widespread praise on social media for recording a real, spontaneous (自发的) moment without any forced emotion.
( )1.How did the waitress feel at Cali’s greeting in Chinese?
A.Surprised. B.Confused.
C.Annoyed. D.Uninterested.
( )2.What may have impressed the audience most in Cali’s video?
A.The Chinese food.
B.The Chinese language.
C.His genuine use of Chinese.
D.His knowledge of Chinese noodles.
( )3.What can we learn from Cali’s conversation with the waitress?
A.He was eager to practise Chinese.
B.He struggled with mild spicy food.
C.He turned down her offer of help.
D.He found it effortless to discuss the menu.
( )4.What does the article mainly talk about?
A.Language barriers of dining out.
B.The challenges of learning Chinese.
C.A heartwarming cultural exchange.
D.The importance of being communicative.
B [2025·湖南长沙长郡中学高三模拟]
文体:新闻报道 主题:人与社会 词数:334
Abbas El-Said, an Egyptian tour guide, has become a living bridge between China and Egypt through his passion for cultural exchange. His story, reported twice in People’s Daily (in 2012 and 2023), reflects his dedication to connecting the two ancient civilizations.
Abbas’ love for China began in childhood after he read a book about the East. Later, he studied Chinese at Ain Shams University, where he practised thinking in Chinese to master the language. His efforts paid off, and after graduating in 2006, he pursued tourism studies, becoming a professional Chinese-speaking guide in 2009.
In 2010, Abbas worked as an assistant director at the China Cultural Centre in Cairo, calling it “a window to Chinese culture”. For three years, he organized events like the Chinese New Year temple fair, introducing Egyptian students to traditions such as the 12 Chinese zodiac animals. A photo of him teaching these stories appeared in People’s Daily in 2012, which he still treasures today.
Abbas sees the BRI (China’s Belt and Road Initiative) as a modern revival of the ancient Silk Road. He highlights its benefits for Egypt, including the Central Business District in Cairo—home to Africa’s tallest building—and the 10th of Ramadan Light Rail, built with Chinese technology. “My life is splendid because of the BRI,” he says, noting how these projects create jobs and improve infrastructure.
With tourism between Egypt and China growing, Abbas now guides 2-3 Chinese groups monthly. He plans to start a company to further strengthen cultural and economic ties. Meanwhile, Chinese language learning is booming in Egypt. Since September 2022, Chinese has been taught in secondary schools, reflecting the country’s enthusiasm for deeper cooperation.
Abbas believes mutual understanding starts with people. His journey—from a curious child to a cultural envoy—shows how individual passion can foster friendship between nations. As he puts it, “The strongest potential of Sino-Egypt cooperation lies in people-to-people bonds.”
( )5.What first sparked Abbas’ passion for Chinese culture?
A.A report in People’s Daily.
B.A university course on Chinese language.
C.A job as a guide.
D.An introductory book about Eastern civilizations.
( )6.What was Abbas’ primary role at the China Cultural Centre?
A.A Chinese language proficiency evaluator.
B.A researcher of historical documents.
C.A facilitator of bilateral trade agreements.
D.An organizer of intercultural exchange programmes.
( )7.How does Abbas feel about the BRI’s impact on his life?
A.Doubtful. B.Grateful.
C.Indifferent. D.Critical.
( )8.What key factor does Abbas’ story demonstrate in building Sino-Egypt relations?
A.Government policies drive all meaningful cooperation.
B.Economic projects automatically ensure cultural exchange.
C.Personal connections create lasting bilateral foundations.
D.Tourism growth is the only reliable measure of success.
●Ⅱ 语法填空 [2025·云南省曲靖市高三二模]
文体:说明文 主题:人与社会 词数:237
Dunhuang art is attracting New Zealanders with a showcase of murals (壁画), related books and other publications. Dunhuang in Gansu Province was 1. key crossroad on the ancient Silk Road. It is best known for the Mogao Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that 2. (house) amazing murals and statues, marking the cultural exchanges 3. took place among various civilizations.
The opening ceremony of the Soaring Through the Sky Dunhuang art exhibition 4. (hold) on Feb.20 in Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, with local art groups 5. (present) dance and folk music performances.
Over 100 people, including Chinese Consul General in Auckland Chen Shijie, Mayor of Auckland Wayne Brown, art lovers and media 6. (representative), attended the ceremony. Chen says hosting the exhibition in New Zealand is of significance since the development of Dunhuang cannot be separated from trade and cultural exchanges. And the secret of New Zealand’s success also lies 7. active trade and multiculturalism.
Chen hopes that China’s Kiwi friends will develop a deeper affection for Chinese culture, thus enhancing cultural exchanges between both sides 8. (foster) the foundation of mutual relations.
New Zealand guests spoke 9. (high) of the artistic and historical value of Dunhuang culture. They highlighted the important and positive role of Chinese culture in the development and progress of the world, offering to promote exchanges and cooperation in various fields for 10. (far) development of mutual relations.
●Ⅲ 完形填空 [2025·山东德州市高三三模]
文体:记叙文 主题:人与社会 词数:255
Inspired by Jackie Chan’s fight scenes in films, Swedish comedy actor Pilotti discovered Peking Opera as a 1 to cultural exchange. “It’s not just martial arts—it’s about telling a story and creatively 2 ,” he says.
A university exchange programme led him to Beijing’s National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts, where he trained 3 despite no Chinese language skills or background in Peking Opera. “Though I had physical strength, 4 its unique movements was a new challenge,” he recalls. His noticed 5 came in the classic Sanchakou, playing a comedic innkeeper battling in darkness—a perfect 6 for his acrobatic (杂技的) skills and humour.
Traditional Chinese stories 7 him, so he has created two theatre pieces in recent years. His children’s play The Monkey King has been performed over 150 shows. “We 8 the Monkey King to Swedish kids and they were deeply 9 in the legend, especially when they saw him leap to life,” he says. Pilotti also attracts children by 10 them. After almost every 11 , he hosts a small workshop to teach the children some movements. Beyond theatre, he 12 Sino-Swedish ties through TV appearances, online content, and forums. His myth-based work Jingwei earned 13 for “sparks of East-West fusion”.
Now, Pilotti aims to co-create shows with Chinese and Swedish actors, calling it “true cross-cultural 14 ”. For him, combining Peking Opera with physical theatre embodies cultural resonance (共鸣)—a journey 15 by Chan’s films and sustained by equal passion.
( )1.A.commitment B.gateway
C.response D.proof
( )2.A.fighting B.directing
C.following D.researching
( )3.A.slightly B.cautiously
C.strictly D.secretly
( )4.A.admitting B.mastering
C.discovering D.teaching
( )5.A.adventure B.dream
C.plan D.role
( )6.A.fit B.fan
C.contribution D.quality
( )7.A.inspire B.relieve
C.save D.test
( )8.A.announced B.repeated
C.introduced D.explained
( )9.A.experienced B.rooted
C.skilled D.engaged
( )10.A.checking out B.reflecting on
C.interacting with D.listening to
( )11.A.exhibition B.project
C.competition D.show
( )12.A.shapes B.promotes
C.replaces D.purifies
( )13.A.guarantee B.comprehension
C.leadership D.praise
( )14.A.background B.comment
C.dialogue D.character
( )15.A.explained B.lighted
C.considered D.described
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Unit 2 BRIDGING CULTURES
●ⅠA
【文章大意】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了加拿大居民卡利·洛佩兹在当地一家兰州面馆用中文与服务员交流的经历,展现了一次温暖人心的文化交流,他用中文交流的真诚时刻在社交媒体上受到广泛赞扬。
1.A 细节理解题。根据第二段“Greeting her in her native language, he nearly left her in shock.”可知,服务员对卡利用中文和她打招呼感到很惊讶。故选A项。
2.C 推理判断题。根据最后一段“The one-minute video of this…without any forced emotion.”可知,这段一分钟的真诚且发自内心的交流视频在社交媒体上受到广泛赞扬,因为它记录了一个真实、自发的时刻,没有任何强迫的情感。由此推知,最让观众印象深刻的是卡利对中文真诚的使用。故选C项。
3.A 推理判断题。根据第三段“With a smile, Cali then politely asked the waitress if he could practise his Chinese and began ordering in her language, asking questions about the menu.”可知,卡利面带微笑,礼貌地问服务员是否可以练习一下中文,然后开始用中文点餐,询问有关菜单的问题。由此推知,卡利渴望练习中文。故选A项。
4.C 主旨大意题。文章开篇提到学习新语言能够赋予力量,为与不同文化背景的人交流打开大门,引出卡利在面馆与中国服务员用中文交流这一事件,接着详细描述了他们之间的对话过程,卡利真诚地用中文点餐、询问,服务员热情回应;最后一段指出这段一分钟的真诚交流视频在社交媒体上广受赞誉,因为它记录了一个真实、自发的时刻,没有任何强迫的情感。由此可知,文章主要讲述了一场暖心的文化交流。故选C项。
B
【文章大意】 本文是一篇新闻报道,讲述埃及导游阿巴斯通过热爱与努力成为中埃文化交流桥梁的故事。
5.D 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Abbas’ love for China began in childhood after he read a book about the East.”可知,最初激发阿巴斯对中国文化的热情的是一本介绍东方文明的书籍。故选D项。
6.D 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“In 2010, Abbas worked as…animals.”可知,阿巴斯在文化中心的主要角色是组织中埃文化交流活动,促进双边文化互动。故选D项。
7.B 推理判断题。根据第四段中的“‘My life is splendid because of the BRI,’ he says, noting how these projects create jobs and improve infrastructure.”可知,阿巴斯认为“一带一路”倡议让他的生活变得精彩,并肯定其带来的实际益处,对该倡议充满感激之情。故选B项。
8.C 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“Abbas believes mutual…As he puts it, ‘The strongest potential of Sino-Egypt cooperation lies in people-to-people bonds.’”可知,阿巴斯的故事强调了个人之间的联系和情感在构建中埃关系中的核心作用,证明人际纽带是双边关系持久发展的基础。故选C项。
●Ⅱ【文章大意】 这是一篇说明文。文章主要围绕敦煌艺术在新西兰的展览展开说明,介绍了敦煌的重要地位、展览的相关情况,以及展览对于促进文化交流的意义。
1.a 考查冠词。crossroad为可数名词,此处泛指“一个重要的十字路口”,key的发音以辅音音素开头,应用不定冠词a。故填a。
2.houses 考查动词时态和主谓一致。句子陈述客观事实,使用一般现在时,that引导定语从句,指代先行词a UNESCO World Heritage Site,为单数名词,谓语动词使用单数形式。故填houses。
3.that/which 考查定语从句。空处引导限制性定语从句,先行词为cultural exchanges,指物,关系词在从句中作主语,应用关系代词that或which引导。故填that/which。
4.was held 考查动词时态、语态和主谓一致。根据时间状语on Feb. 20可知,此处描述过去发生的事情,使用一般过去时,主语the opening ceremony of the Soaring Through the Sky Dunhuang art exhibition与hold之间为被动关系,应用一般过去时的被动语态,主语为单数名词,be动词使用was。故填was held。
5.presenting 考查非谓语动词。with local art groups… dance and folk music performances为with复合结构,local art groups和present之间为主谓关系,应用现在分词,作宾语补足语。故填presenting。
6.representatives 考查名词复数。representative为可数名词,与前面的art lovers是并列成分,应用复数形式,表泛指。故填representatives。
7.in 考查介词。lie in为固定短语,意为“在于”。故填in。
8.to foster 考查非谓语动词。句中已有谓语,空处作目的状语,应用动词不定式。故填to foster。
9.highly 考查副词。speak highly of为固定短语,意为“高度评价”,副词highly修饰动词spoke,作状语。故填highly。
10.further 考查形容词比较级。此处表示“进一步的发展”,强调程度上的加深,应用形容词比较级further,作定语。故填further。
●Ⅲ【文章大意】 本文是一篇记叙文。瑞典喜剧演员Pilotti(皮洛蒂)受成龙武打场面的启发,以京剧为文化交流桥梁,创作剧目、促进中瑞文化互动与交流。
1.B 根据下文to cultural exchange以及语境可知,这里指京剧是通向文化交流的门户。故选B项。commitment承诺; gateway门户; response回应; proof证明。
2.A 根据上文“Inspired by Jackie Chan’s fight scenes in films…”以及语境可知,这里呼应成龙的fight scenes,此处指京剧的战斗叙事性。故选A项。fight战斗; direct指导; follow跟随;research研究。
3.C 根据下文“…its unique movements was a new challenge…”以及常识可知,京剧训练是很严格的。故选C项。slightly轻微地;cautiously谨慎地; strictly严格地; secretly秘密地。
4.B 根据下文new challenge可知,这里指掌握京剧动作是有难度的。故选B项。admit承认;master掌握;discover发现;teach教授。
5.D 根据下文playing a comedic innkeeper可知,此处指扮演的角色。故选D项。adventure冒险;dream梦想;plan计划; role角色。
6.A 根据上文Swedish comedy actor Pilotti和下文for his acrobatic (杂技的) skills and humour以及语境可知,这里指该剧中的角色特点(会武功和搞笑)与瑞典喜剧演员皮洛蒂的杂技技巧和幽默感契合。故选A项。 fit契合; fan粉丝; contribution贡献;quality质量。
7.A 根据下文“…created two theatre pieces…”以及语境可知,这里指中国传统故事启发了他的创作。故选A项。inspire启发;relieve缓解; save拯救; test测试。
8.C 根据上文“His children’s play The Monkey King has been performed over 150 shows.”可知,这里指皮洛蒂向瑞典孩子介绍美猴王。故选C项。announce宣布; repeat重复; introduce介绍; explain解释。
9.D 根据上文“His children’s play The Monkey King has been performed over 150 shows.”可知儿童剧《美猴王》很受欢迎,再结合下文in the legend以及语境可知,这里指瑞典孩子们深深地沉浸在这个传说中,be engaged in意为“沉浸于”,符合语境。故选D项。experienced有经验的; rooted根深蒂固的;skilled熟练的; engaged忙于,沉浸的。
10.C 根据下文“…teach the children some movements.”以及语境可知,他通过互动(教孩子们一些动作)吸引孩子。故选C项。check out结账离开;reflect on沉思; interact with互动; listen to倾听。
11.D 根据上文“His children’s play The Monkey King has been performed over 150 shows.”可知,每场戏剧演出后举办讲习班。故选D项。exhibition展览; project项目;competition比赛; show演出。
12.B 根据下文“…Sino-Swedish ties through TV appearances, online content, and forums.”以及语境可知,这里指皮洛蒂通过各种方式促进中瑞关系。故选B项。 shape塑造;promote促进; replace取代;purify净化。
13.D 根据上文皮洛蒂的事迹以及下文for “sparks of East-West fusion”可知,这里是指皮洛蒂的作品因为结合了东西方文化而获赞,earn praise for为固定搭配,意为“因……获得赞誉”,符合语境。故选D项。guarantee保证;comprehension理解;leadership领导; praise赞誉。
14.C 根据上文“…Pilotti aims to co-create shows with Chinese and Swedish actors…”以及语境可知,皮洛蒂这样做是为了跨文化合作交流,即“跨文化对话”。故选C项。background背景;comment评论;dialogue对话; character角色。
15.B 根据上文“Inspired by Jackie Chan’s fight scenes in films…”可知,这里指成龙的电影点燃了他的旅程。故选B项。 explain解释; light点燃; consider考虑; describe描述。
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