2025届寒假高考英语语法填空能力提升专练之春节除夕习俗（含答案）

2025年寒假高中英语语法填空能力提升专练之春节除夕习俗
A
New Year's Eve, known as "Chuxi" in Chinese, is a time - honored festival with
1. long - standing history. It is 2. (deep) rooted in Chinese culture and has spread 3. other parts of the Sinosphere. The origin of New Year's Eve can be traced back to ancient times. People used to hold sacrificial 4.
(ceremony) to bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new one. Over time, this simple ritual has evolved into a grand celebration full of 5. (vary) customs. As the end of the old year and the beginning of the new, New Year's Eve
(symbolize) saying goodbye to the past and welcoming the future. It's a time for families 7. (come)together, strengthening the bonds of kinship. There are many traditional customs.
The New Year's Eve dinner is the highlight. People spend days 8. (prepare). Dishes like dumplings, 9. symbolize the transition between the old 10.
new years, and fish, representing abundance every year, are must - haves.
B
Staying up late on New Year's Eve, or "shou sui", 1. (be) another custom. In some places, people play cards or watch TV together, 2. in others, they tell stories or chat 3. (pass) the night.
Setting off firecrackers and fireworks was 4. (original) to drive away evil spirits. Although it's restricted in many cities today for safety and 5.
(environment) reasons, it still remains 6. symbol of the festival. Decorating homes 7. Spring Festival couplets and window - paper - cuttings is also common. The couplets, with lucky words, are pasted on both 8. ( side) of the door, and the beautiful window - paper - cuttings add a festive touch.
In modern times, the ways of celebration have changed. Some families choose to travel during the holidays. The Spring Festival Gala has become a new tradition for many, and social media allows people to share 9. (they) wishes and joys. Online red - envelope - grabbing adds a new kind of fun. There are also regional differences. In the north, dumplings are the star of the New Year's Eve dinner, while in the south, people often eat New Year's cakes. Different ethnic minorities have their own unique ways to celebrate. For example, the Miao people have "Tiao Yue" 10.
(activity), and the Dai people celebrate with water - splashing.
C
(compare) with the past, today's New Year's Eve celebrations are more diverse. 2. , we should also pay attention 3. environmental protection, such as reducing firework use and using e - couplets. 4. (safe) is also important, like preventing fires and theft.
In the future, New Year's Eve traditions will continue to evolve. We should keep the essence of the culture while embracing new ways of celebration, 5. (ensure) that this precious festival remains vibrant.
Lanterns have a long and 6. (fascinate) history. Originating in ancient China as simple lighting tools, they have evolved into diverse decorations and symbols of festivals. In ancient times, people used bamboo, paper, and silk 7.
(make) lanterns for 8. (day) lighting. Over time, they became an essential part of celebrations. In Chinese culture, lanterns carry rich 9. (meaning).
During the Spring Festival and Lantern Festival, they symbolize family reunion and hope for a prosperous new year. Also,they 10. in other ceremonies, like weddings, to bring good luck.
D
There is a wide variety of lanterns. 1. (made) from materials like paper, silk, bamboo, and plastic, they come in different shapes such as circles, squares, and animal figures. Some are for 2. (decorate), some for lighting, and others for special events.
3. (tradition) lanterns are often made with elaborate handicrafts. For
example, the paper-cutting technique 4. (use) to create beautiful patterns on the paper lanterns. Carving and weaving are also employed 5. (make) lanterns more artistic. Today, modern designers blend traditional lantern elements with contemporary aesthetics. They create stylish lanterns 6. still hold cultural value.
Moreover, modern technology has been integrated into lanterns. LED lights have replaced traditional candles, 7. (provide) better lighting and safety. Some lanterns can even be controlled 8. (remote), adding 9. interactive element. During festivals, lanterns create a festive atmosphere. In the Spring Festival, long corridors of lanterns are set up, making the streets look bright and 10.
(cheer).
E
At the Lantern Festival, people gather to guess riddles 1. (write) on lanterns, adding fun 2. the celebration. Different regions have 3.
(they) own unique lantern cultures. The Zigong Lantern Festival is famous 4.
its large-scale and spectacular lantern displays. In the water towns of southern China, 5. (float) lanterns on the river creates a dreamy scene. Lanterns are not just decorations; they are symbols of hope, light, and togetherness. They play a special role in important moments like weddings and birthday parties, bringing joy and 6
(warm).
In recent years, environmental protection 7. (become) a concern. Some people are making lanterns with eco-friendly materials like recycled paper and bamboo, 8. helps reduce pollution. We can also recycle and reuse lanterns, contributing to sustainable living. In conclusion, lanterns are a 9. (wonder)
part of our cultural heritage. They combine history, art, and modern technology, lighting up our lives in 10. (many) ways than one.
附：参考答案：
A:1.a;2.deeply;3.to;4.ceremonies;5.various;6.symbolizes;7.to come;8.preparing;
9.which;10.and.
B:1.is;2.while;3.to pass;4.originally;5.environmental;6.a;7.with;8.sides;9.their;
10.activities.
C:1.Compared;2.However;3.to;4.Safety;5.ensuring;6.fascinating;7.to make;8.daily;
9.meanings;10.are used.
D:1.Made;2.decoration;3.Traditional;4.is used;5.to make;6.that/which;7.providing;
8.remotely;9.an;10.cheerful.
E:1.written;2.to;3.their;4.for;5.floating;6.warmth;7.has become;8.which;
9.wonderful;10.more.