中考英语二轮专题复习02 文化传承
一、补全对话。
根据对话内容,从所给的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,每个选项限用一次。
A: Hi, Lily. ____1____. How's it going
B: It's great! I'm learning a lot about paper-cutting. It's so interesting.
A: Really What have you learned
B: ____2____.
A: Oh, that sounds cool. Can you make something now
B: ____3____. Look, I made a little rabbit yesterday.
A: Wow, it's so cute! Why do people like paper-cutting
B: Because it's a traditional Chinese art.____4____.
A: I see. Do you think it's difficult to learn
B: ____5____. You should try it too.
A: Okay, I will. Maybe I'll join you next time.
A.Well, I learned different paper-cutting techniques(技法), like the straight cut and the curved cut(直剪和曲剪). B.At first it was a bit hard, but with practice, it gets easier. C.It can decorate our houses and bring good luck. D.I heard you joined the paper-cutting club. E.Yeah, I can make some simple flowers and animals.
二、完形填空。
阅读下面短文,掌握其大意,然后从各题所给的四个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
The Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year, is the most important traditional festival in China. It is a time for family reunions, ____1____ and the 传承 of rich cultural traditions. The festival falls on the first day of the lunar calendar, usually between late January and early ____2____.
Before the Spring Festival arrives, people are busy with ____3____. One important task is cleaning the house. We sweep away the old and welcome the new, believing that this can get rid of bad luck and ____4____ for good fortune in the new year. After cleaning, it's time to decorate. Red is the main color, as it symbolizes good luck and ____5____ in Chinese culture. People hang red lanterns at the gates, which look bright and beautiful, adding a ____6____ atmosphere. Red couplets are also pasted on the doors. These couplets are written with lucky words and wishes, expressing people's ___7___ for the new year.
The most important part of the Spring Festival is the family reunion dinner on New Year's Eve. No matter how far away people are, they will try their best to come back home to have this special meal with their ____8____. A variety of delicious foods are served. Dumplings are a must in many places. They are not only delicious but also symbolize ____9____ because their shape is similar to ancient Chinese gold ingots. Fish is another important dish, and the Chinese word for fish sounds like "surplus", so having fish means there will be a surplus of everything in the ____10____ year. Besides, there are many other dishes, like New Year cakes which mean getting better and better year by year.
During the Spring Festival, kids are the happiest. They put on new clothes, which are usually bright and ____11____. When they visit relatives with their parents, they can receive red envelopes filled with lucky ____12____. This money is a symbol of good wishes from the elders. People also visit friends and relatives, saying "Happy New Year!" to each other. They chat, laugh, and ____13____ the joy of the festival.
Fireworks and firecrackers are an important part of the celebration. On New Year's Eve, as the clock strikes midnight, the sky lights up with ____14____ fireworks. The loud sound of firecrackers is believed to scare away evil spirits. However, in some places, for environmental protection, people use electronic fireworks instead.
In addition to these, there are many other activities. Some people go to temple fairs, where they can enjoy traditional performances such as lion and dragon ____15____. These dances are full of energy and excitement, showing the strength and vitality of life.
The Spring Festival is a time full of joy and warmth. It brings families closer and passes on our precious culture from generation to generation. We all look forward to it every year and hope that the new year will bring more happiness and good luck.
1.A. celebrations B. parties C. meetings D. gatherings
2.A. March B. April C. May D. February
3.A. preparations B. decorations C. cleanings D. cookings
4.A. look out B. wait for C. ask for D. make way
5.A. sadness B. happiness C. anger D. surprise
6.A. serious B. festive C. quiet D. sad
7.A. fears B. hopes C. doubts D. worries
8.A. friends B. neighbors C. families D. classmates
9.A. love B. wealth C. health D. luck
10.A. new B. old C. last D. next
11.A. plain B. colorful C. simple D. dark
12.A. paper B. gifts C. cards D. money
13.A. share B. hide C. forget D. ignore
14.A. white B. black C. colorful D. dark
15.A. songs B. dances C. stories D. plays
三、阅读理解。
(一)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳答案。
The Spring Festival Gala is always a highlight of the Chinese New Year celebration, and the 2025 Spring Festival Gala was no exception. One of the most eye-catching parts of the show was the amazing robot performance, which left a deep impression on the audience.
In this performance, a group of 16 humanoid robots took to the stage. Developed by Hangzhou Yushu Technology (Unitree), these robots looked tall and thin, with a black body. They were dressed in festive red jackets, making them stand out on the stage. As the music started, the robots began to dance gracefully, following the beat of a traditional Chinese folk dance. They moved in harmony, as if they were well-trained dancers.
The robots' movements were extremely precise. They skillfully spun red handkerchiefs in circles, tossed them into the air, and caught them again without any mistakes. These actions were not easy even for human dancers, but the robots completed them perfectly. Their performance was so vivid that it was hard to believe they were machines. The audience couldn't help but applaud and cheer for their wonderful show.
What made this performance even more special was that the robots danced alongside human dancers. The cooperation between the robots and humans was seamless. They coordinated their movements, creating a beautiful and harmonious scene. It was a combination of high technology and traditional art, showing the charm of both.
This robot performance at the 2025 Spring Festival Gala not only brought joy to people during the festival but also showed the great progress of China's robotics. In the past, robots were mainly used in factories or scientific research. But now, they can perform on the big stage, bringing us surprises. It makes us look forward to what more amazing things robots will be able to do in the future.
All in all, the robot performance was a big success at the 2025 Spring Festival Gala. It was a wonderful display that will be remembered for a long time.
1.What does the word “them” in the second paragraph refer to
A. The Spring Festival Galas. B. The humanoid robots.
C. The traditional Chinese folk dances. D. The red jackets.
2.The underlined word “precise” in the third paragraph probably means ____.
A. 快速的 B. 复杂的 C. 精确的 D. 随意的
3.Which of the following is TRUE about the robot performance
A. There were 18 robots on the stage. B. The robots danced to modern music.
C. The robots were developed by a Beijing company.
D. The robots could spin and catch red handkerchiefs skillfully.
4.We can infer from the text that ____.
A. robots will replace human dancers in the future
B. China's robotics has made great progress in recent years
C. people only like robot performances at the Spring Festival Gala
D. traditional art will disappear because of the development of technology
5.What is the main idea of the text
A. To describe the wonderful robot performance at the 2025 Spring Festival Gala.
B. To introduce the history of the Spring Festival Gala.
C. To compare human dancers with robot dancers. D. To talk about the future development of robots.
(二)阅读下面短文,从所给选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,使短文通顺,结构完整,其中有一项是多余选项。
Culture is like a bright star in the sky of human history. It includes traditions, languages, arts, and more. It tells us where we come from and who we are. However, our culture is in danger in modern society, so it is important to protect it.
First, cultural heritage like old buildings and traditional skills is very important. ____1____. For example, the Forbidden City in Beijing shows us the great building skills of ancient China. Traditional skills, such as paper-cutting and shadow puppetry, carry our ancestors' wisdom. We should protect these heritages by making laws and setting up museums.
Second, education is a key way to protect culture. Schools can teach students about traditional festivals, folk stories, and local customs. ____2____. For example, schools can organize activities about the Spring Festival, like making dumplings and writing couplets.
Third, the government and society should work together. ____3____. Society can organize cultural events to make people interested in culture. For example, local communities can hold folk art shows to let more people see traditional performances.
____4____. For example, we can use social media to share our cultural treasures with the world. This not only helps to promote our culture but also makes more people aware of the importance of protecting it.
In short, protecting culture is important for everyone. ____5____.
A. In this way, young people can understand and love their own culture B. People can learn different cultures through traveling C. They are part of our history D. The government can spend more money on cultural protection projects E. Cultural exchange is also necessary F. We should all work together to keep our culture alive and pass it on to future generations
四、词汇运用。
(一)阅读短文,从方框中选择适当的词或短语并用其正确形式填空,使短文通顺,意思完整,每词或短语限用一次。
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Long long ago, there was an orphan ____1____ the Cowherd. He lived with his elder brother and sister-in-law, but they ____2____ him badly. Only an old ox accompanied him.
One day, his brother and sister-in-law drove him out of the house, leaving him with just the old ox. The Cowherd and the old ox worked hard in the fields, and their life was tough but ____3____.
One night, the old ox suddenly spoke! It told the Cowherd to go to the lakeside the next day. There, he would meet fairies bathing. If he hid one fairy's clothes, that fairy would become his wife. The Cowherd was ____4____ but did as the ox said.
The next day, he went to the lake and saw seven beautiful fairies bathing. He secretly hid the youngest fairy's clothes. After the bath, the other fairies put on their clothes and flew away. The youngest fairy, the Weaver Girl, couldn't find her clothes. Just then, the Cowherd came out and returned her clothes. He told her about his hard life. The Weaver Girl ____5____ by his kindness. She decided to stay and marry him.
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After marriage, the Cowherd tilled the land, and the Weaver Girl wove cloth. They had a son and a daughter, and their life was sweet. ____6____, the Queen Mother of the West in heaven found out that the Weaver Girl married a human. She was very angry and sent soldiers to take the Weaver Girl back.
The Cowherd was heartbroken when he saw his wife ____7____ away. At that moment, the old ox spoke again. It told the Cowherd to skin it after it died. Wearing the ox's skin, he could fly to heaven. The Cowherd ____8____ as the ox said. He put on the oxhide, carried his children with a pole, and flew towards heaven.
Just as he was about ____9____ the Weaver Girl, the Queen Mother of the West used her hairpin to draw a wide river, the Milky Way, in the sky. The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl were separated on both sides.
But their love touched the magpies. Every year on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month, magpies form a bridge with their bodies over the Milky Way. The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl can meet on this bridge. This is the moving story of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, a symbol of ____10____ love.
(二)根据短文内容及首字母提示,填写所缺单词,使其意思完整。
Yancheng, a city in Jiangsu P____1____, has a long and interesting history.
Over 2,100 years ago, in 119 BC during the Western Han Dynasty, people started making sea salt here. Because of this, the place was first n____2____ Yandu County. The name “Yancheng” came later, as it was f____3____ of salt fields. Salt-making was very important to the city's g____4____.
During the Chinese Civil War in the 1930s - 1940s, Yancheng was in the spotlight. After being a____5____, the New Fourth Army was re-established here. They played a big r____6____ in the war and the founding of New China. There are still many monuments in Yancheng to r____7____ the heroes of the New Fourth Army.
In the past, Yancheng's income mainly came from farming. But these days, its economy has g____8____ because of the car industry. The joint ____9____ of local Yueda and Kia has built car factories in Yancheng.
With a long history and many changes, Yancheng keeps moving f________ and becoming better.
一、补全对话
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二、完形填空
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三、阅读理解
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四、词汇运用。
(一)阅读短文,从方框中选择适当的词或短语并用其正确形式填空,使短文通顺,意思完整,每词或短语限用一次。
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(二)根据短文内容及首字母提示,填写所缺单词,使其意思完整。
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