题型：语法填空（语篇） 题类：模拟题 难易度：困难
江苏省镇江市2021届高三英语模拟信息卷（一）（含听力音频）
Why was the ox chosen to be one of the 12 Chinese zodiac signs (生肖)?
Centuries ago, most people earned their living farming. The ox was used to help plow, cultivate and carry heavy goods.
The ox has long had a significant place in Chinese culture. Ancient Chinese poets and writers frequently (describe) the ox in literature. In the Classic of Poetry, the oldest existing collection of Chinese poetry, the animal was mentioned in 9 out of the 305 (piece).
The ox is considered a symbol of diligence and earnestness in Chinese culture. To this day, the phrase "the spirit of ox" still refers to conquering anythingmay present itself as an obstacle. The spirit is highly praised and many people follow as their work ethic. When someone achieves a great (accomplish) through hard work, people often use "niu", (mean) "awesome", to describe him or her.
Oxen seldom bully the weak or fear the strong. They work hard and make sacrifices. This is reflected in the poem Self-mockery (write) by Lu Xun, which praises the ox's attitude of (serve) without complaining.
So naturally, those who were born in the Year of the Ox are often expected to be hardworking, (rely) and loyal.
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