内容正文:
Unit 3 Festivals and customs
教材全解(二)
*twist clap march current beer roast be caught up
⊙单元核心词汇
in annual fall on lunar observe nation honour
generation source identity previous duty precious
eve等
。单元同步语法
定语从句(“介词+关系代词”结构)
。单元文章对话
重点句型讲练
教材同步词汇全解全练
重点1
单元词汇
1.twist/twIst/vi.&vt.扭转,转动;使弯曲;曲折;n.转动;转折;曲折处
词形变化:twisted(adj.)扭曲的;twister(n.)扭转者;龙卷风
搭配:twist one's ankle扭伤脚踝;twist and turn蜿蜒曲折;a twist of fate命运的
转折
例句:
The path twists through the forest.
He twisted his ankle while playing football.
2.clap/klep/vi.&vt.鼓掌,拍手;n.鼓掌,拍手
词形变化:clapping(m.)掌声;clapboard(.)护墙板
搭配:clap one's hands拍手;give a clap鼓掌;clap sb on the back轻拍某人的背
(表示赞许)
例句:
The audience clapped loudly at the end of the performance.
He gave me a friendly clap on the shoulder.
3.march /ma:tvi.齐步走,前进;游行示威;n.游行示威;行进
词形变化:marcher(n.)游行者;marching(n.)行进,行军
搭配:march on继续前进;march against游行反对;on the march在行进中;a
protest march抗议游行
例句:
Thousands of people marched through the streets demanding change.
The soldiers marched in perfect formation.
4.current/kArant/n.水流,潮流;电流;思潮;adj.当前的;通用的
词形变化:currently(adv.)当前;currency(.)货币;流通
辨析:current(adj.)强调“现时的”;present(adj.)侧重“在场的”或“现在
的”;modern(adj.)指“现代的,新式的”
搭配:air current气流;electric current电流;current events时事;current
situation现状
例句:
The current is too strong for swimming.
What is your current address?
5.oast1st/vt.&vi.烘,烤,焙(肉等)
词形变化:roasted(adj.)烤的;roaster(n.)烤箱;烤肉的人
搭配:roast chicken烤鸡;roast meat烤肉;roast coffee烘焙咖啡
例句:
We roasted a leg of lamb for dinner.
The smell of roasted chestnuts filled the street.
6.observe /ab'z3:v/vt.遵守;注意到;观察;庆祝
词形变化:observation(n.)观察;observer(n.)观察者;observatory(.)天文台
搭配:observe the rules遵守规则;observe sb doing sth观察到某人正在做某事;
observe a festival庆祝节日
例句:
You must observe the school regulations.
He observed a man running out of the bank
7.honour/.'on(r)/(AmE honor)n.尊敬,尊重;荣幸;荣誉;vt.尊重,尊敬;给予表
扬;信守
词形变化:honourable(adj.)光荣的;honorary(adj.)荣誉的
搭配:in honour of为向…表示敬意;have the honour of doing sth有幸做某事;
honour an agreement信守协议
例句:
The ceremony was held in honour of the heroes.
I feel it a great honour to be invited.
8.generation/,d3ena'ren/n.一代人;代,一代;产生
词形变化:generational(adj.)一代的;generate(v.)产生;generator(.)发电机
搭配:generation gap代沟;from generation to generation一代代地;the younger
generation年轻一代
例句:
This tradition has been passed down from generation to generation.
There is often a generation gap between parents and children
9.source/so:s/n.来源,起源;源头
词形变化:source(v.)从…获取
搭配:source of energy能源;source of information信息来源;at source在源头
例句:
The river has its source in the mountains.
We need to find the source of the problem.
l0.identity/ar'dentati/n.特性;身份
词形变化:identify(v.)识别;identification(n.)身份证明;identical(adj,)完全
相同的
搭配:identity card身份证;national identity民族认同;sense ofidentity认同感
例句:
He kept his identity secret.
The town has kept its unique identity over centuries.
1l.previous/pi:vis/adj.先前的,以往的;稍前的
词形变化:previously(adv.)先前
辨析:previous强调时间顺序上的“前一个”;former常指“前任的”或“从前
的”,可作名词;earlier表示“较早的”
搭配:previous experience以前的经验;previous to在…之前;the previous day前
一天
例句:
I couldn't attend the meeting because of a previous engagement.
She had no previous experience of teaching.
l2 precious/pres/adj.宝贵的,珍贵的;珍奇的,珍稀的
词形变化:preciously(adv.)珍贵地;preciousness(n.)珍贵
搭配:precious time宝贵的时间;precious stone宝石;precious memory珍贵的记
忆
例句:
Time is precious;don't waste it.
The necklace is made of precious stones.
考点通关
单元词汇
(一)单句填空(用所给词的适当形式填空)
1.The river
(twist)its way through the valley before reaching the sea.
2.After the speech,the audience gave a loud
(clap).
3.The workers are planning to
(march)for better working conditions next week.
4.
(current),more and more young people are interested in traditional culture.
5.The smell of
(roast)turkey filled the kitchen on Thanksgiving Day.
6.It is important to
(observe)traffic rules while driving.
7.The monument was built
honour of the soldiers who died in the war.
8.Each
(generate)has its own values and challenges.
9.Do you know the
(source)of the information in this report?
10.A person's
(identify)is often shaped by their family and culture.
11.The teacher asked us to read the
(previous)chapter before class.
12.Family photos are
(precious)things that money cannot buy.
13.The river
(twist)and turned as it flowed down the mountainside.
14.He
(observe)a strange man standing outside the building yesterday.
15.The
(previous)owner had painted the walls blue.
(二)短文填空
Every year,millions of people around the world 1.
the Lunar New Year.It is a
time when families come together to 2.
their ancestors and celebrate the arrival
of spring.The festival is 3.
one of the most important holidays in many Asian
countries.During this period,people often 4.
nuts and prepare special dishes.
They also 5.
and cheer during lion dances and parades.The streets are filled with
6.
bands and colourful floats.This tradition has been passed down from
7.
to generation.It helps people keep their cultural 8.
Many young
people look forward to this holiday because it gives them 9.
time with family.In
the 10.
years,the festival has become more global,attracting tourists from all
over the world.
参考答案
1.twists;2.clap;3.march;4.Currently;5.roasted;6.observe;7.in;8.generation;
(一)单句填空
9.source;10.identity;11.previous;12.precious;13.twisted;14.observed;
15.previous
1.observe;2.honour;3.currently;4.roast;5.clap;6.marching;7.generation;
(二)短文填空
8.identity;9.precious;10.previous
教材同步语法全解全练
重点2
定语从句(介词+关系代词)
定语从句(“介词+关系代词”结构)
项目
内容
在定语从句中,当关系代词(which/who)作介词的宾语时,介词可以
定义
位于关系代词之前,形成“介词+which/whom”结构。这种结构使从句
与先行词的关系更加紧密,也更正式。
介词+关系代词(which/whom)+从句剩余部分
结构
which用于指物;whom用于指人
介词的选择取决于从句中动词/形容词与介词的固定搭配,或先行词与介词
用法要点①
的习惯搭配。
介词搭配
He is the person for whom I bought the gift.(buy sth.for sb.)
This is the house in which Lu Xun once lived.(live in a house)
关系代词不能用hat替换(介词后只能用which/whom)。
用法要点②
X The man with that you talked is my uncle.
关系代词
The man with whom you talked is my uncle.
当介词放在从句末尾时,关系代词可以省略(非正式用法),但介词提前
用法要点③
时必须保留关系代词。
介词位置
The girl(whom)she is talking to is her sister..(介词在后)
The girl to whom she is talking is her sister.(介词提前,正式)
固定短语中的介词一般不能拆开提前。
用法要点④This is the book for which I am looking..(/)
固定短语
This is the book which I am looking for.(
注意:look for是固定短语,但介词可提前;而look after类似。
which in,on,at,for,with,by,about,from,through
高频介词搭配
介词+whom:to,for,with,from,about
1.He is the teacher from whom I learned a lot.
2.The museum in which we visited many famous paintings is very popular.
例句
3.Do you know the reason for which she was absent?
4.The man with whom I shook hands turned out to be the CEO.
考点通关
定语从句(介词+关系代词)
语法专练一:单项选择(8题)
从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳答案。
1.The library
we borrowed these books is newly built.
A.from which
B.from that
C.which
D.that
2.The teacher
I learned swimming is very patient.
A.with whom
B.who
C.from whom
D.to whom
3.This is the hotel
I stayed last summer.
A.in which
B.which
C.in that
D.where
4.The scientist
we talked about will give a speech today.
A.about whom
B.for whom
C.who
D.about that
5.I still remember the day
we met for the first time.
A.on which
B.in which
C.at which
D.which
6.The pen
he wrote his novel was a gift from his father.
A.with which
B.which
C.by which
D.in which
7.The woman
I sent the email hasn't replied yet
A.to whom
B.whom
C.to that
D.for whom
8.The reason
he refused the offer is still unknown.
A.for which
B.which
C.why
D.A and C
语法专练二:语法填空(10题)
阅读下列句子,在空白处填入一个适当的词(介词或关系代词)。
1.This is the school
which I studied for three years.
2.The girl
whom he is talking is our monitor
3.Do you know the professor
whom you got an invitation?
4.The tool
which the machine is repaired is missing.
5.The river
which we go swimming is clean.
6.He is the person
whom I have the greatest respect.
7.I've found the book
which I was looking.
8.There is a wall
which we can write our wishes.
9.The topic
which they argued was about education.
10.The athletes
whom the medals were given felt very proud.
参考答案
语法专练一:单项选择1.A;2.C;3.A;4.A;5.A;6.A;7.A;8.D
1.in;2.with;3.from;4.with;5.in;6.for;7.for;8.on;
语法专练二:语法填空
9.about;10.to
教材同步文章句型精讲
重点句型
A Precious Family Dinner
What makes this dinner so special is the care behind each dish.
结构:What+从句+谓语动词(单数)
中文:使这顿晚餐如此特别的,是每道菜背后的用心。
用法:what在从句中作主语或宾语,意为“.…的事情”。整个what从句作主语,谓
语动词一般用单数。
注意:区分that引导主语从句时无词义;what有具体含义。
2.It is the warmth and laughter around the table that make it unforgettable
结构:Itis/was+被强调部分+that/who+其余部分
中文:正是桌上的温暖和笑声让我们难以忘怀。
用法:用以强调句子中的主语、宾语、状语等成分。被强调部分是人时,可用tht或
who;其他情况只能用that。去掉t is...that..后,剩下的应是一个完整句子。
3.Not only the parents but also the children look forward to the Spring Festival dinner.
结构:not only+A+but also+B(A与B结构平行)
中文:不仅父母,而且孩子们都期待春节聚餐。
用法:连接两个并列成分,强调“不但…而且…”。连接两个并列主语时,谓语
动词遵循“就近原则”。also可省略,或用as well替换。
4.Having attended many such dinners,I understand the importance of family
结构:Having+过去分词,+主句
中文:参加了许多次这样的晚餐后,我明白了家庭的重要性。
用法:表示分词动作发生在主句动作之前,且逻辑主语与主句主语一致。常表示原因
或时间。注意与现在分词一般式(doing)的区别:doing表示同时发生。
5.The Spring Festival is a time for family members to come together and share stories.
结构:名词+for+sb.+to do sth.
中文:春节是一个让家人聚在一起分享故事的时光。
用法:不定式短语修饰前面的名词,表示“…的”。for sb.引出不定式的逻辑主
语。常见搭配:the first/best/only/right time to do;a way to do;a chance to do
等。
6.Although the dishes may change,the spirit of reunion remains the same.
结构:A1 though/Though+从句,主句
中文:虽然菜肴可能会变,但团圆的精神不变。
用法:表示“虽然…但是…”,不可与but连用。从句可以放在主句前或后。可
用though/even though/even if代替。
7.They express their gratitude by giving gifts to each other.
结构:介词+doing
中文:他们通过互赠礼物来表达感激之情。
用法:介词后的动词必须用动名词形式。常见介词:by,for,about,,in,of,without
等。注意与todo的区别:to作介词时也用doing(如llook forward to doing)。
考点通关
文章句型
练习一:完成句子(用所给词的适当形式填空)
1.
(What)makes the dinner unforgettable is the family
love.
2.It is the laughter around the table
(that)makes us
happy.
3.Not only the elderly but also the young
(enjoy))the
festival.
4.
(Having)attended many such dinners,I understand
their meaning.
5.This is a perfect time for us
(to share)stories.
6:
(Although)the food is simple,the family feels warm.
7.They express their thanks
(by)toasting each other.
8.We are used to
(spending)the Spring Festival
together.
9.
(What)really matters is the togetherness.
10.By
(passing)on traditions,we connect generations.
练习二:翻译句子(在横线上写出完整句子)
1.使这顿晚餐如此特别的,是每道菜背后的用心。
2.正是桌上的温暖和笑声让我们难以忘怀。
3.不仅父母,而且孩子们都期待春节聚餐。
4.参加了许多次这样的晚餐后,我明白了家庭的重要性。
5.春节是一个让家人聚在一起分享故事的时光。
6.虽然菜肴可能会变,但团圆的精神不变。
7.他们通过互赠礼物来表达感激之情。
8.她期待着每年与家人一起度过春节。
9.真正重要的是家庭成员之间的爱。
10.通过保留这些传统,我们传承了重要的价值观。
参考答案
1.What;2.that;3.enjoy;4.Having;5.to share;6.Although;
练习一:完成句子
7.by;8.spending;9.What;10.passing
1.What makes this dinner so special is the care behind each
dish.;2.It is the warmth and laughter around the table that make
it unforgettable.3.Not only the parents but also the children
look forward to the Spring Festival dinner.;4.Having attended
many such dinners,I understand the importance of family.;
5.The Spring Festival is a time for family members to come
练习二:翻译句子
together and share stories.;6.Although the dishes may change,
the spirit of reunion remains the same.;7.They express their
gratitude by giving gifts to each other.;8.She looks forward to
spending the Spring Festival with her family every year.;9.What
really matters is the love among family members.10.By
preserving these traditions,we pass on important values.
A蚧计同止的=姑幻■
一、阅读理解
Passage1(C篇难度)
In many cultures around the world,festivals serve as a vibrant thread that weaves together the fabric of
community and family.They are not merely dates on a calendar,they are living,breathing expressions of
shared history,values,and identity.While the specific customs may vary dramatically from one region to
another,the underlying purpose often remains remarkably consistent:to foster a sense of belonging and to
pass down traditions from one generation to the next.
Consider the Chinese Spring Festival,or Lunar New Year.This grand celebration,rooted in ancient
mythology and agricultural cycles,is a time for family reunions.The journey home,known as chunyun,
is the world largest annual human migration.The customs are numerous and symbolic:sweeping away
the old to make way for the new,giving red envelopes for good luck,and enjoying a lavish reunion
dinner.These practices are not random acts,they are carefully preserved rituals that reinforce familial
bonds and cultural continuity.
Contrast this with the spirit of Chiistmas in many Western societies.While its religious origins celebrate
the birth of Jesus Christ,the modern festival has evolved into a secular season of giving,goodwill,and
family gathering.The iconic figure of Santa Claus,the tradition of decorating a tree,and the exchange of
gifts are central to the celebration.These traditions,though relatively modern in their current form,serve a
similar function:they create a shared experience that strengthens social ties and provides a sense of
warmth and joy during the dark winter months.
However,the modern world presents a double-edged sword for these cherished traditions.Globalization
and commercialism can often dilute or alter the original meaning of festivals.For instance,Halloween,
originally a Celtic harvest festival marking the boundary between the living and the dead,has become a
highly commercialized event focused on costumes and candy.Similarly,the gift-giving aspect of
Chiistmas often overshadows its deeper themes of compassion and community
On the other hand,migration and cultural exchange have given rise to new hybrid celebrations.The
celebration of Diwali,the Hindu festival of lights,in countries like the United Kingdom and the United
States,is a testament to the power of diaspora communities to maintain their cultural identity while
integrating into a new society.Furthermore,festivals themselves are not static;they adapt and evolve.The
modemn celebrations of the Spring Festival now incorporate digital red envelopes and online greetings,
demonstrating a remarkable ability to blend tradition with innovation.
In conclusion,festivals are a dynamic and essential part of the human experience.They are the mirrors
that reflect a culture soul,the schools that teach its values,and the glue that binds its people together
While the pressures of modernity are undeniable,the fundamental human need for connection,ritual,and
celebration ensures that festivals will continue to evolve and endure,forever reminding us of who we are
and where we come from.
()1.What is the primary purpose of festivals across different cultures,according to the first paragraph?
A.To provide a break from work.
B.To encourage commercial activity.
C.To foster a sense of belonging and pass down traditions.
D.To celebrate religious figures
()2.The word dilute in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to:
A.strengthen
B.weaken
C.clarify
D.ignore
()3.Why does the author mention the Chinese Spring Festival and Western Christmas in the passage?
A.To show that they are very different and have nothing in common
B.To illustrate that festivals,despite their surface-level differences,serve similar core functions.
C.To argue that one festival is more important than the other.
D.To provide examples of festivals that have been completely unchanged by modem society.
()4.According to the passage,what is a double-edged sword in the context of modern festivals?
A.The fact that they are both dangerous and exciting
B.The conflict between religious and secular celebrations
C.The ability of globalization and commercialism to both alter and enrich traditions.
D.The competition between different festivals for public attention.
()5.What is the author overall attitude towards the future of festivals?
A.Pessimistic,as traditions are being lost.
B.Cynical,viewing them as mere commercial events.
C.Optimistic,believing they will adapt and continue to be important.
D.Indifferent,as they are no longer relevant in the modern world.
Passage2(D篇难度)
The way a society marks the passage of time,particularly through its festivals and customs,offers
profound insights into its core values and worldview.For the Japanese,the observance of Hanami,the
traditional custom of enjoying the beauty of cherry blossoms,is far more than a simple picnic.It is a
deeply embedded cultural practice that reflects a philosophical appreciation for the ephemeral nature of
life.
The cheny blossom,or sakura,blooms vibrantly for only a short period,often less than two weeks.This
fleeting beauty is a powerful metaphor in Japanese culture,known as mono no aware-the bittersweet
awareness of the impermanence of things.During Hanami,people gather under the blooming trees,not
just to admire the flowers,but to contemplate the transient yet beautiful cycle of life,death,and renewal.
The festival is a collective moment of mindfulness,a pause in the modern hustle to connect with nature
and a shared aesthetic sensibility.
In stark contrast,consider the tradition of Camival in Brazil.Preceding the solemn season of Lent,
Carnival is a spectacular explosion of energy,color,and music.The samba parades,elaborate costumes,
and street parties are a deliberate and joyous celebration of life,freedom,and cultural identity.It is a time
of inversion,where social hierarchies may be temporarily suspended and public space is reclaimed for
uninhibited expression.The values on display are not those of quiet contemplation,but of communal joy,
physical vitality,and artistic creativity.
These two examples highlight a crucial point:festivals are not random collections of fun activities.They
are carefully constructed cultural performances that allow a society to express and reinforce its most
cherished beliefs.Hanami reinforces a collective appreciation for nature cycles and the acceptance of life
transience.Camnival reinforces the values of communal celebration,freedom of expression,and the
importance of collective joy.
Furthermore,festivals serve as a powerful tool for social commentary and political expression.The
modem Pride parades,which began as a form of political protest for LGBTQ+rights,have become
global festivals ofidentity and acceptance.They are a visible demonstration of a community existence,
strength,and demand for equal rights.Similarly,many indigenous festivals are not just about preserving
ancient rituals,they are acts of cultural resilience and a public assertion ofidentity in the face of historical
oppression.
The way we celebrate is a direct reflection of who we are and what we value.From the quiet reflection
under a cheny tree to the wild abandon of a samba parade,from a solemn religious procession to a
vibrant political march,festivals are the stage upon which a culture performs its greatest themes.
Analyzing these performances gives us a powerful lens through which to understand the complex and
often unspoken values that shape a society soul.
()1.What does the custom of Hanami in Japan primarily reflect?
A.A love for elaborate parties and music.
B.A philosophical appreciation for the beauty ofimpermanence
C.A desire to overthrow social hierarchies.
D.A religious celebration of the harvest season.
()2.The principle of mono no aware,as described in the passage,is a feeling of:
A.Unbounded joy and excitement.
B.Simple admiration for beauty.
C.A bittersweet awareness of life fleeting nature.
D.Deep anger and frustration.
()3.How does the Brazilian Camival differ in its core values from the Japanese Hanami?
A.Camnival values collective joy and expression,while Hanami values quiet contemplation.
B.Carnival values religious observance,while Hanami values political protest.
C.Carnival values individualism,while Hanami values social harmony.
D.Camnival values tradition,while Hanami values innovation.
()4.The author mentions modemn Pride parades as an example of how festivals can:
A.Lose their original meaning due to commercialism.
B.Serve as a tool for social and political commentary.
C.Mark the seasonal cycles of agriculture
D.Promote a specific religious doctrine.
()5.What is the main argument of the passage?
A.Chenry blossom viewing is the most important festival in the world.
B.Festivals are simple,fun activities that have no deeper meaning
C.Festivals perform a vital cultural function,reflecting and reinforcing a society core values.
D.Japanese and Brazilian festivals are too different to be compared.
二、完形填空
The Mid-Autumn Festival,a time for family reunion under the full moon,is a celebration deeply rooted in
Chinese culture.It is a night when the silver moon hangs high,and the air is filled with the sweet aroma
of mooncakes.For my family,this festival is not just a tradition;it is a sacred(1)
that binds
generations together.
Every year,my grandmother would take the lead in preparing the feast.She would carefully select the
lotus seeds and red bean paste for the mooncakes,her hands moving with the (2)
of a master
artist.She often said that making mooncakes was a way of wrapping up our love and hopes for the
family.I remember watching her,(3)by the way she could transform simple ingredients into
something so precious.
As the sun set,the whole family would gather on the balcony.The sight of the full moon,round and
bright,(4)
a sense of completeness and unity within us.My father would tell the ancient story
of Chang'e,the moon goddess,and her loyal jade rabbit.These stories,(5)down from
generation to generation,were more than just tales;they were the very fabric of our cultural identity.
However,times have changed.This year,I couldn't go home.Work and studies had kept me in a city far
away.I felt a sharp pang of(6)
as I looked at the moon alone.I tried to call my family,but the
distance felt(7).To my surprise,a package anived from home.Inside was a box of handmade
mooncakes and a note in my mother handwriting:The moon is full,and so is our love for you.No(8)
can separate us.
As I bit into the mooncake,the familiar taste of lotus paste (9)
a flood of memories.I was no
longer alone.In that moment,I understood that the true spirit of the festival is not about the physical(10)
but about the emotional connection that(11)
time and space.It is a love that is
always(12)
a tradition that is always alive.
This experience taught me a(13)
lesson.Traditions may evolve,and the way we celebrate may
change,but their core(14)
remains strong.The Mid-Autumn Festival is a reminder that even
when we are apart,the full moon shines on us all,a silver thread (15)
our hearts together,no
matter how far apart we are.
1.A.rule
B.burden
C.ritual
D.performance
2.A.speed
B.precision
C.difficulty
D.fear
3.A.amazed
B.annoyed
C.bored
D.confused
4.A.broke
B.lacked
C.ignored
D.filled
5.A.passed
B.written
C.looked
D.put
6.A.joy
B.pride
C.loneliness
D.relief
7.A.shorter
B.smaller
C.warmer
D.greater
8.A.gift
B.distance
C.mooncake
D.story
9.A.created
B.stopped
C.forgot
D.saved
10.A.strength
B.presence
C.health
D.wealth
11.A.measures
B.limits
C.transcends
D.reduces
12.A.present
B.absent
C.hidden
D.broken
13.A.simple
B.terible
C.valuable
D.boring
14.A.flavor
B.essence
C.shape
D.problem
15.A.cutting
B.tying
C.breaking
D.hiding
三、阅读短文回答问题
In an era of rapid globalization,the line between preserving cultural purity and embracing new influences
is increasingly blurred.This is especially evident in the evolution of festivals,which are often seen as the
last stronghold of a society unique identity.A pertinent example is the celebration of Christmas in Japan.
Though not a national holiday in the traditional religious sense,Christmas has been adopted and adapted
in a uniquely Japanese way,reflecting a fascinating interplay of cultural borrowing and local ingenuity.
The arrival of Christmas in Japan began with Westemn missionaries in the 16th century,but it was largely
suppressed during the isolationist Edo period.Its modern revival began after World War II,heavily
influenced by American popular culture.However,instead of being a solemn religious or intimate family
holiday as in the West,Chiistmas in Japan has transformed into a secular,commercialized event focused
on romance and spreading happiness.A key tradition is the Chiistmas cake,a strawberry shortcake that is
seen as a symbol of prosperity and celebration.It is a custom for couples to spend Chiistmas Eve together
on a romantic date,followed by a special dinner,often at a fried chicken restaurant like KFC,thanks to a
highly successful marketing campaign in the 1970s.
This adaptation illustrates a common phenomenon:cultural appropriation is not a simple one-way street.
While Japan has absorbed many extemnal elements of Christmas,it has actively reshaped them to fit its
own social fabric and consumer culture.It is not a case of Westemn culture replacing Japanese culture,but
rather of a foreign concept being Japanized to serve local needs.This process is often referred to as
Zasshoku Bunka,or hybrid culture,where elements from different origins are combined to create
something entirely new.
However,this raises questions about cultural authenticity.Is a Japanese Chiistmas,devoid of its religious
origins and focused on romance and consumerism,a real Christmas?Perhaps the more insightful question
is what this adaptation tells us about Japanese culture itself.It reveals a society that is open to extemal
influences but also highly adept at domesticating them.It highlights a culture that prioritizes social
harmony and shared experiences,finding new ways to celebrate togetherness,even through a non-native
tradition.The Japanese Christmas is,therefore,far from a simple copy,it is a vivid example of cultural
creation,demonstrating the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of human celebration.
Answer the following questions based on the passage:
1.According to the passage,what is the primary way Christmas has been adapted in Japan,compared to
its Western form?
2.What does the term Japanized most likely mean in the context of the passage?
3.Besides a romantic date,what is one specific custom or food associated with Christmas in Japan that
the author mentions?
4.What does the author suggest that the adaptation of Christmas in Japan reveals about Japanese culture?
5.What new question does the author raise regarding the adaptation of foreign festivals in the final
paragraph?
四、短文填空
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 Spring Festival,also known as the Lunar New Year,is the most significant and widely(1)
festival in China.It is a time when people from all over the country travel back to their hometowns,(2)
the world largest annual human migration.The customs and traditions (3)
with this
festival are rich and numerous,each carrying a deep cultural meaning.
A few days before the New Year,families begin their preparations.They clean their houses thoroughly to
sweep away any bad luck from the (4)
year.In (5)
of the gods and ancestors,people
will offer sacrifices.The most important event is the reunion dinner on New Year Eve,where family
members gather to enjoy a(6)
fish,dumplings,and many other dishes.The name of the fish,
yu,sounds like the word for surplus,symbolizing a wish for abundance in the coming year.
After dinner,many families stay up late to welcome the new year,a practice known as shousui.Fireworks
and firecrackers are set off to drive away a mythical beast called Nian.The (7)
celebration also
includes giving red envelopes filled with money,called hongbao,which are believed to bring good luck
and ward off evil spirits.This (8)
exchange of blessings helps to strengthen family bonds.
In recent years,there has been a growing (9)
of the need to protect the environment,leading
some cities to ban fireworks.While this may seem to be a loss of tradition,it shows that festivals are not
static.They evolve to meet the needs of the (10)
of a modemn society.The core spirit of the
festival,which is about family reunion and hope for a better future,remains constant and powerful,
adapting to the changing times.
1.
2
3.
4.
5.
6.
7
8
9.
10.
五、写作
题目:
假设你是李华,你的英国朋友T0对中国的传统节日非常感兴趣。他来信想了解你家乡如何庆
祝春节。请你给他写一封回信,内容包括:
1.春节前的主要准备工作(如大扫除、买年货等):
2.除夕夜和春节当天的主要活动(如吃团圆饭、拜年等):
3.你对传统节日的看法。
要求:
词数100左右;
可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯:
开头和结尾已为你写好,不计入总词数。
Dear Tom,
I am so glad to hear that you are interested in Chinese traditional festivals.Let me tell you how we
celebrate the Spring Festival in my hometown.
Yours,
LiHua
参考答案
阅读理解Passage1:1.C2.B3.B4.C5.C
Passage 2:6.B 7.C 8.A9.B 10.C
二、完形填空1.C2.B3.A4.D5.A6.C7.D8.B9.A10.B11.C12.A13.C14.B15.B
1.It has been adapted into a secular,commercialized event focused on romance and
happiness,rather than a religious or intimate family holiday.
2.It means to adapt and reshape a foreign concept to fit local Japanese culture and
needs.
三、阅读短文
3.A Christmas cake(a strawberry shortcake)or a special dinner at KFC.
回答问题
4.It reveals that Japanese culture is open to extemal influences but also highly skilled at
domesticating them,and that it prioritizes social harmony and shared experiences
5.The question of cultural authenticity:whether an adapted festival like the Japanese
Christmas,stripped of its original meaning,is a real version of that festival.
四、短文填空
1.observed 2.creating 3.associated 4.previous 5.honor 6.roasted 7.current 8.
generational 9.awareness 10.identity
五、写作
范文:
Dear Tom,
I am so glad to hear that you are interested in Chinese traditional festivals.Let me tell you how we
celebrate the Spring Festival in my hometown.
A few days before the festival,we do a thorough cleaning of our house to sweep away bad luck,and we
also go shopping for new clothes,decorations,and delicious food.On New Year Eve,the whole family
gets together for a big reunion dinner,which is the most important part.We watch the Spring Festival
Gala on TV and stay up late to welcome the new year.On the first day of the new year,we visit our
relatives and fiiends to exchange greetings and give red envelopes to children.
In my opinion,the Spring Festival is not just about the food or the activities.It is a precious time for
family reunion,reminding us of our roots and cultural identity.I hope you can experience it yourself one
day.
Yours,
Li Hua