The city of Yangzhou came into being at the Spring and Autumn Period ( about 500 AC ).

As the key transportation link at joint place of the Great Canal(运河)( Beijing-Hangzhou) and Changjiang (Yangtze River), Yangzhou has been from the Sui Dynasty (600 AD.) an economically rich city, and then reached its top in the Tang Dynasty. At that time Yangzhou was a famous port and one of few biggest cities in East Asia.

With the improvement of the local economy and easy transportation way, there happened in the history a special local culture, which has an important place in Chinese culture. Many famous men of letters, poets, artists, scholars(学者), statesmen, scientists and national heroes in the history were born in, lived in or had connection with Yangzhou. Li Bai, one of the greatest Chinese poets visited and stayed in Yangzhou several times in his life and one of his famous poems about Yangzhou has been so popular that Chinese of all ages can sing it and has become a symbol of Yangzhou . Zheng Banqiao, a famous Chinese painting painter in the Qing Dynasty heading a group called “Eight Eccentrics”, had strongly influenced Chinese paintings. Wang Zhong and Yuan Yuan and some other scholars formed school of Yangzhou Scholars and achieved great success in the study of classic Chinese and writing. Zhu Ziqing, one of most famous modern Chinese writers and scholars, had always been proud of himself as a native of Yangzhou and thanked the city for being nourished(养育) by its rich culture. Quite a few other names you may come across frequently in the study of Chinese culture and history have connection with Yangzhou . Yangzhou was so attractive and important that many Chinese emperors in history had come specially to visit or check the city. Emperor Suiyang, who ordered to cut the Great Canal so that he could come more easily and quickly, died on his last trip to the city and buried(埋葬) here. Emperor Qianlong had come all the way from the north and visited the city nine times.

1.Which of following sentences is NOT right according to this passage?

A. Yangzhou joined the Great Canal (Beijing-Hangzhou) and Changjiang (Yangtze River).

B. In the Tang Dynasty Yangzhou was a famous port and one of few biggest cities in Asia.

C. Emperor Suiyang was buried in Yangzhou.

D. Emperor Qianlong visited Yangzhou nine times.

2.We can infer(推断)the poem mentioned in this passage by Li Bai is _______.

A. 《赠汪伦》                B. 《望庐山瀑布》

C. 《静夜思》                D. 《黄鹤楼送孟浩然之广陵》

3.Who influenced Chinese paintings a lot according to this passage?

A. Zheng Banqiao                      B. Zhu Ziqing             C. Wang Zhong                   D. Li Bai

4.What’s the best title of the passage?

A. Yangzhou:An Economically Rich City

B. Yangzhou:An Easy Transportation City

C. Yangzhou:A Historical Culture City

D. Yangzhou:A Famous Tour City

 

Last year The Voice of China, the most popular TV talent show became a popular topic in people’s chatting and media information from both home and abroad. It began on July 13, 2012 and ended on September 30, 2012. Liang Bo, a handsome boy from Changchun, Jilin was the champion of The Voice of China in 2012. Before the competition Liang Bo was just an ordinary college student studying music. He captured (夺得) the hearts of audience (观众) with his passionate (激情的) rock’n’roll (摇滚) performance at the show.
Fans described Liang’s voice as “natural, clear and touching’’. Although he seemed cool on stage, he could quickly turn on the power once he started singing. “His performances make you imagine things. When I listen to his singing, I see pictures and think of stories.” said Na Ying, one of the four judges (评判员) on the show. She was also Liang’s tutor for the competition.
Liang Bo, like many young Chinese, he fell in love with music through playing the guitar. Liang got his first guitar as a birthday gift when he was in middle school. He would spend days and nights practicing. “ I can’t live without my guitar.” he said.
“ I don’t like talking much but I carry great passion inside me,” Liang said. “ There is no better way to let it out than through music like rock’n’roll. Many people compare Liang to famous Chinese rockers including Xu Wei, Wang Feng and Zheng Jun. But the young man doesn’t want to stand in others’ shadow. “ I respect those rockers, but I’m not going to copy them. I will be who I am,” he said

  1. 1.

    Which was the most popular TV show last summer?

    1. A.
      The Voice of China
    2. B.
      Sports News
    3. C.
      Football
    4. D.
      Animal World
  2. 2.

    How long did The Voice of China last?

    1. A.
      More than two days
    2. B.
      More than two weeks
    3. C.
      More than two months
    4. D.
      More than two years
  3. 3.

    How many judges were there in the TV talent show?

    1. A.
      3
    2. B.
      4
    3. C.
      6
    4. D.
      8
  4. 4.

    Who helped Liang Bo win the competition?

    1. A.
      Zheng Jun
    2. B.
      Xu Wei
    3. C.
      Liu Huan
    4. D.
      Na Ying
  5. 5.

    According to the passage, which of the following is Not true?

    1. A.
      Liang Bo fell in love with music
    2. B.
      Liang Bo was a college teacher
    3. C.
      Liang Bo was a quiet man
    4. D.
      Liang Bo played the guitar well

Beautiful Seychelles(人间仙境塞舌尔)

Seychelles lies in the Indian Ocean,with 115 islands.It belongs to a tropical(热带的)climate.There is no winter in the country.It has the smallest population in Africa.Its official language is English,but French is also spoken here.The local people speak their own language,called Creole(克里奥耳语).People there have a strong realization of protecting the environment.

There are many banks in Victoria,the capital of Seychelles.It's the smallest capital in the world.There are many rare(稀有的)plant species in Seychelles,particularly the well:known Coco de Mer(海椰子).They are just like pandas in China.

People there are very friendly.When you meet people there,first you should wave your hand and then you can shake hands with them.Remember not to touch the children's heads in Seychelles.It's impolite.There are many men who wear different hats in hot weather,why? When they take off their hats,you will be astonished.They all have long hair.

1.From the article,we know that Seychelles is in ________.

A.Asia                    B.India                    C.Africa

2.What language do the local people usually speak?

A.English.             B.French.             C.Creole.

3.The word “astonished” means ________ in Chinese.

A.感到惊讶的         B.宇航员的             C.怀疑的

4.What can't you do in Seychelles?

A.Yon can't see any rare plant species.

B.You can't shake hands with the local people.

C.You can't see snow.

5.Which of the following statements is right?

A.Seychelles has the largest population in Africa.

B.Victoria is the smallest capital in the world.

C.You should touch the children's heads when you meet them.

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