Yao needlework crafts a revival
瑶族刺绣工艺复兴
Yao Needlework: A Reviving Traditional Art
Yao needlework, an important part of the Yao ethnic group's cultural heritage, (1)____ (go) through a remarkable transformation in recent years. In the past, it was mainly practiced by the elder women within the community as a way to decorate traditional clothing and household items. But now, things are quite different.
With the increasing awareness of cultural preservation, more and more people, including the young generation of the Yao people, (2)____ (begin) to show great interest in learning this traditional skill. Local cultural institutions often organize workshops (3)____ (teach) the basic techniques of Yao needlework. And those who attend these workshops (4)____ (find) that it's not only a skill but also a way to connect with their cultural roots.
Moreover, Yao needlework products have gradually gained popularity in the market. They (5)____ (sell) well both at home and abroad, which has greatly boosted the local economy. The unique patterns and exquisite craftsmanship of Yao needlework (6)____ (attract) many collectors and art enthusiasts. As a result, more efforts (7)____ (put) into further promoting and developing this traditional art form.
Nowadays, Yao needlework (8)____ (feature) in various cultural exhibitions and festivals, introducing its charm to people from all walks of life. It is believed that with continuous support and innovation, Yao needlework will surely enjoy a more prosperous future and continue (9)____ (shine) brightly on the stage of cultural inheritance. And it will always be a symbol of the Yao ethnic group's unique cultural identity, (10)____ (remind) us of the rich traditions that have been passed down through generations.
答案详解:
has gone。根据时间状语 “in recent years” 可知要用现在完成时,主语 “Yao needlework” 是单数,所以填 “has gone”,表示经历了显著的转变。
have begun。此处考查主谓一致,主语是 “more and more people”,是复数,且根据语境用现在完成时,表示从过去开始到现在越来越多人开始感兴趣,所以填 “have begun”。
to teach。此处用不定式作目的状语,说明组织工作坊的目的是教授瑶族刺绣的基本技艺,所以填 “to teach”。
find。根据上下文语境,此处用一般现在时,主语是 “those(指代参加工作坊的人)”,是复数,所以填 “find”。
sell。此处 “sell” 表示 “销售得……”,是不及物动词,用主动形式表示被动含义,主语 “They(指代 Yao needlework products)” 是复数,所以填 “sell”。
have attracted。根据语境可知用现在完成时,强调过去的动作对现在造成的影响,主语 “The unique patterns and exquisite craftsmanship” 是复数概念,所以填 “have attracted”。
are being put。根据语境,“efforts” 和 “put” 是被动关系,且此处强调正在被投入,所以用现在进行时的被动语态,填 “are being put”。
is featured。此处考查被动语态,“Yao needlework” 是被展示在各种文化展览和节日中,且用一般现在时,所以填 “is featured”。
to shine。continue to do sth. 是固定搭配,所以填 “to shine”,表示继续闪耀。
reminding。此处考查非谓语动词,用现在分词作伴随状语,和前面的 “be a symbol...” 这一动作同时发生,所以填 “reminding”。
The History and Development of Yao Needlework
Yao needlework, with a long and storied history, (1)____ (trace) back to ancient times. It was an essential part of the daily life of the Yao people, serving multiple purposes from decorating clothing to adorning household objects. In those early days, the patterns of Yao needlework (2)____ (be) closely related to their beliefs, nature, and tribal legends, and each stitch seemed to tell a story of their ancestors.
As time passed, Yao needlework gradually evolved. During different historical periods, it absorbed various elements from other cultures it came into contact with while still maintaining its unique ethnic charm. However, with the acceleration of modernization in the last century, this traditional art form once faced a tough situation where fewer people (3)____ (be) willing to learn and inherit it.
Fortunately, in recent decades, there has been a significant shift. The local government and cultural organizations (4)____ (realize) the importance of protecting and revitalizing this precious heritage. They started to set up specialized training classes, inviting experienced artisans (5)____ (pass) on their skills to the younger generation. At the same time, efforts (6)____ (make) to integrate Yao needlework with modern design concepts to make it more appealing to contemporary consumers.
Nowadays, Yao needlework products can be seen in many art exhibitions and cultural exchanges. They (7)____ (showcase) not only in domestic markets but also overseas, winning wide acclaim. Many designers (8)____ (collaborate) with Yao artisans to create unique fashion items, which (9)____ (help) to expand its influence even further. It is clear that Yao needlework is experiencing a beautiful revival and will surely continue (10)____ (flourish) in the years to come, carrying forward the cultural traditions of the Yao people.
答案详解:
can be traced。此处考查被动语态,“Yao needlework” 是被追溯到古代,“trace back to” 表示 “追溯到”,用含有情态动词的被动语态结构,所以填 “can be traced”。
were。根据前面 “In those early days” 可知描述的是过去的情况,主语 “the patterns” 是复数,所以用一般过去时的复数形式 “were”。
were。根据前面 “last century” 以及 “fewer people” 可知是过去的情况,且主语是复数,所以用 “were”。
realized。根据 “in recent decades” 以及后面 “started” 可知这里描述过去发生的动作,用一般过去时,所以填 “realized”。
to pass。此处用不定式作目的状语,表示邀请有经验的工匠的目的是把技艺传给年轻一代,所以填 “to pass”。
were made。“efforts” 和 “make” 是被动关系,且描述过去的动作,用一般过去时的被动语态,所以填 “were made”。
are showcased。“Yao needlework products” 和 “showcase” 是被动关系,根据语境用一般现在时的被动语态,所以填 “are showcased”。
are collaborating。根据 “Nowadays” 以及语境可知用现在进行时,主语 “Many designers” 是复数,所以填 “are collaborating”。
helps。which 引导的非限定性定语从句,指代前面整个句子的内容作主语,谓语动词用单数形式,根据语境用一般现在时,所以填 “helps”。
to flourish。continue to do sth. 是固定搭配,所以填 “to flourish”,表示继续繁荣发展。
The History and Development of Yao Needlework
Yao needlework, which has witnessed the vicissitudes of time, (1)____ (play) a significant role in the cultural life of the Yao ethnic group since ancient times. It was originally created by the ingenious women of the Yao people as a means to express their aesthetic taste and cultural identity. The patterns and colors used in it (2)____ (carry) profound symbolic meanings, often related to their folklores, religious beliefs and the surrounding natural environment.
In the middle ages, Yao needlework (3)____ (reach) a certain level of sophistication. Skilled artisans were able to produce extremely intricate and delicate works, and it became a valuable handicraft that was exchanged among different tribes or even regions. At that time, it was highly prized for its uniqueness and artistry.
However, as the industrial revolution swept across the world and modern manufacturing techniques emerged, Yao needlework, like many other traditional handicrafts, (4)____ (face) a severe challenge. The number of people proficient in this skill gradually decreased, and it seemed that it was on the verge of disappearing from people's lives.
But the love for cultural heritage never died out. In recent years, the local government (5)____ (take) a series of measures to rescue and promote Yao needlework. Special funds (6)____ (allocate) to support the training of new artisans and the innovation of designs. Many schools in the Yao ethnic areas also (7)____ (include) needlework courses in their curriculum to cultivate students' interest from an early age.
Now, Yao needlework has regained its vitality. It (8)____ (appear) in various cultural shows and art exhibitions, attracting numerous visitors. With the help of e-commerce platforms, its products (9)____ (ship) to different corners of the world, making it known to a much wider audience. And it continues to develop and evolve, (10)____ (blend) traditional elements with modern fashion trends, ensuring its long-term prosperity in the future.
答案详解:
has played。根据时间状语 “since ancient times” 可知要用现在完成时,主语 “Yao needlework” 是第三人称单数,所以填 “has played”,表示从古代起就起着重要作用。
carried。此处描述过去的情况,用一般过去时,主语 “The patterns and colors” 是复数,所以填 “carried”,表示承载着深刻的象征意义。
reached。根据 “In the middle ages” 可知是描述过去的动作,用一般过去时,所以填 “reached”,表示达到了一定的精湛程度。
faced。根据前面 “As the industrial revolution...” 的语境可知是过去面临挑战,用一般过去时,所以填 “faced”。
has taken。根据 “In recent years” 可知要用现在完成时,主语 “the local government” 是第三人称单数,所以填 “has taken”,表示采取了一系列措施。
have been allocated。“Special funds” 和 “allocate” 是被动关系,且根据语境用现在完成时的被动语态,所以填 “have been allocated”,表示资金已被分配。
have included。根据语境,此处用现在完成时,主语 “Many schools” 是复数,所以填 “have included”,表示已经把刺绣课程纳入课程体系。
appears。根据 “Now” 及语境可知用一般现在时,主语 “It” 指代 “Yao needlework”,是第三人称单数,所以填 “appears”,表示出现在各种场合。
are shipped。“its products” 和 “ship” 是被动关系,根据语境用一般现在时的被动语态,所以填 “are shipped”,表示被运往世界各地。
blending。此处考查非谓语动词,用现在分词作伴随状语,和前面 “continues to develop and evolve” 这一动作同时发生,所以填 “blending”,表示融合传统元素与现代时尚潮流。