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四川省凉山州2021年中考英语真题试卷（音频暂未更新）
The Dragon Head-raising Festival
China is a country with a long and rich history. The Double Second Festival (the Dragon Head-rising Festival or Longtaitou Festival) is one of them. This special day is on the second day of the second month of the Chinese lunar calendar. It stands for the start of spring and farming. It falls on March 14th this year.
The dragon plays an important role in Chinese culture. Dragon culture is one of the most popular cultures in China. People celebrated the Dragon Head-rising Festival with many customs about the dragon in ancient times.
On the special day, people put ashes in the kitchen. People believed that if the dragon went into their houses, they could have a good luck all year round and have a good harvest in autumn. On the special day, people ate special food. For example, people ate noodle called "dragon whiskers noodle" and dumplings called "dragon ears". On the special day, people sent gifts to each other, picked vegetables, welcomed wealth and went on a spring outing.
Today people rush to have their hair cut, especially have their children's hair cut on the Dragon Head-raising Festival. They want to make themselves have new looks and have a good year.
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A. The food was usually named after the dragon. B. Why is it called "dragon lifting its head"? C. It has many colorful holidays and festivals. D. Chinese people call themselves the "descendants（传人）of the dragon" E. They thought the dragon could be led into their houses with the help of the ashes F. Even though many of the customs have faded away（消退）, the tradition of cutting hair is reaching new heights. |
A . And some robots can even talk. D .shopping. |
How to pick a great book to read
The world is full of great books just waiting to be read. How can you pick one you'll really like.
Here are some tips:
What makes you happy?
{#blank#}1{#/blank#}Are you really into dinosaurs or dogs or a film star? Are there a few careers you're interested in? You can find books about almost anything you like, and you're more likely to enjoy reading a book if you're already interested in its subject.
Fact and fiction?
Some books are entirely made up and imagined Those are called fiction books{#blank#}2{#/blank#} Non-fiction books tell stories using facts—but that doesn't mean they're boring. Non-fiction books can bring everything to life.From the first trip to the moon to what it's like to explore the deepest oceans. Try both fiction and non-fiction books to see which you like better.
{#blank#}3{#/blank#}What was your mother's favorite book when she was your age or your dads? Ask them and give it a read. Then you can talk about what they liked about it and share your thoughts. It's a fun way to get to know your family a little better, and to find a book you'll enjoy!
Ask an expert.
Your local library is a great place to find books that you'll love, and you don't have to search them by yourself.
{#blank#}4{#/blank#}Your librarian can help you find other books that you're sure to love.Your teacher is another good person to ask.
Organize a book swap.(交换)
Why not get some friends together and trade favorite books? It's always fun to see what your friends are reading.{#blank#}5{#/blank#}You also can look for book swaps in your area.
A. Find a family favorite. B. Read as many books as possible. C. If you have a favorite hobby, look for books about that activity. D. These books can transport you to another world. E. You can all encourage each other to read and share books and authors you like. F. Tell a librarian about your interests and the names of some books you already like. |
Febri's is a very friendly place. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} We did not see one unhappy staff member (工作人员) — all have smiles on their faces. It is very clean and it has good service.
The pool is wonderful and deep and there is a baby area in it. My kids loved the elephants around the pool spraying water. We often bad lunch by the pool. You only just push the bell and the staff will bring you a menu. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} It serves the usual food with little change each day.
Lots of visitors stay here because it's a very good family hotel. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} If you have young kids, I advise you to ask a ground floor rooms, because stairs are too hard for young kids. These rooms are at the back of the hotel, so there is no street noise. It's very quiet. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} I slept with 3 pillows (枕头) under me. The spa is quite relaxing! The location is good. Everything is close by, and the street is not one way here. Next to the hotel door there is a good DVD shop, and you can rent DVD at a good price from it. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} It's a $1 taxi ride to Kuta Market. If you want to go to the beach, you can walk through the hotel opposite to Febri's to get to Tuban Beach.
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A. But the beds are very hard. B. Breakfast is included daily. C. The family rooms are a good size. D. Staff are lovely and very happy working there. E. It is also convenient if you want to go shopping. |
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