Champion (冠军)of the cold |
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Arctic tern 北极燕鸥 |
Size:About 35 cm long Food:Fish and shells (贝类) Skill:We spend summer in the Arctic.When it is winter in the Arctic,we fly to Antarctica (南极).We hold the record for the longest migration (迁徙)of any animal in the world! |
Lemming 旅鼠 |
Size:15 cm long Food:Grass Skill:We grow hard "shells" on our claws (爪子).We can dig holes easily in the hard and icy land. |
Polar bear 北极熊 |
Size:2.5 to 3 m long Food:Seals and fish Skill:Our thick and waterproof fur (防水毛皮)coat keeps us warm and dry after swimming.Under our fur,we have black skin (皮肤).This helps us take in the sun's heat. |
Arctic fox 北极狐 |
Size:45 to 100 cm from head to tail Food:Lemmings,fish and birds. Skill:We can change the color of our fur.Usually,we are white in winter and brown in summer. |
Harp seal 格陵兰海豹 |
Size:1.5 to 1.8 m long Food:Fish Skill:Our thick fur and fat keep our body temperature at 40°C.We can stay warm! |
(1)Which animal holds the record for the longest migration of any animal in the world?
A. |
Lemming. |
B. |
Harp seal. |
C. |
Arctic fox. |
D. |
Arctic tern. |
(2)What color is Arctic foxes' fur in summer?
A. |
Brown. |
B. |
Black. |
C. |
White. |
D. |
Yellow. |
(3)How many kinds of animals in the passage eat fish?
A. |
Two. |
B. |
Three. |
C. |
Four. |
D. |
Five. |
(4)According to the passage,the followings are true EXCEPT .
A. |
Lemmings can dig holes easily in the hard and icy land |
B. |
Polar bears have black skin under their fur |
C. |
Arctic foxes' size is from 45 to 100 cm from head to tail |
D. |
Harp seals' thin fur and fat keep their body temperature at 40°C |
(5)The passage probably comes from the column (栏目)of a magazine.
A. |
art |
B. |
animal |
C. |
health |
D. |
sports |
Many teenagers love mysteries,but usually they can't find the ones that suit them the best.Are you one of them?Well,don't worry!Here are some top﹣selling mysteries for teenagers.There must be one here that will win your heart!
Run Away From Mr.Lemoncello's Library Mr.Lemoncello is a famous inventor in town.Twelve kids are invited to visit his new library.This,however,is not a good place to spend the night!The kids must work together to solve the clues (线索) and run away! Buy now! ¥38.60 (hardcover) ¥34.70 (e﹣book) |
From the Mixed﹣Up Files of Mrs.Basil E.Frankweiler Claudia and her brother Jamie run away from their home to live in the Met in New York City.They become interested in the mystery of an angel painting that has been newly brought into the museum.Can they solve it? Buy now! ¥48.70 (hardcover) ¥34.60 (e﹣book) |
The London Eye Mystery Salim suddenly disappears.No one knows where he has gone.His cousins,Ted and Kate,have to follow clues around London in order to find him before it's too late.Can they make it?Read the novel to find out? Buy now! ¥74.70 (hardcover) ¥66.60 (e﹣book) |
The Name of This Book Is Secret Readers will love following Max﹣Ernest and Cass as they solve the mystery of a missing magician! Buy now! ¥113.40 (hardcover) ¥33.30 (e﹣book) |
(1)In The London Eye Mystery, .
A. |
two kids try to solve the mystery of a painting |
B. |
twelve kids try to run away from a new library |
C. |
two kids try to find their missing cousin |
D. |
twelve kids try to run away from London |
(2)Bill is always interested in stories that take place in museums.Which of the mysteries would you suggest he should buy?
A. |
The London Eye Mystery. |
B. |
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C. |
The Name of This Book Is Secret. |
D. |
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E. |
Run Away From Mr.Lemoncello's Library. |
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G. |
From the Mixed﹣Up Files of Mrs.Basil |
H. |
Frankweiler. |
(3)Anna decides to buy The London Eye Mystery (hardcover) and The Name of This Book Is Secret(e﹣book).How much money will she pay?
A. |
99.9 yuan. |
B. |
108 yuan. |
C. |
180 yuan. |
D. |
188.1 yuan. |
Yang Zhen was an honest and clean (廉洁的) government officer during the Eastern Han Dynasty (25﹣220).
One day,Yang met his old workmate Wang Mi on a trip.They had fun talking about their life experiences and good wishes to the nation.In the past,Wang's ability and political ideas were not accepted by the people around him.Yang saw Wang's talent and promoted (提拔) him.The chance helped Wang to be successful.Wang never forgot Yang's help and invited him to stay over for the night.
It was near midnight when Wang knocked on the door of Yang's bedroom.He handed Yang a bag and said, "This is to thank you for teaching me and helping become who I am today." Yang looked in the bag.It was full of gold.
"Do I look like a person who accepts bribes (贿赂) from others?I thought you knew me well!" Yang said angrily.
"It's late at night.No one will know if we keep it secret," said Wang.
"What do you mean no one will know?Heaven (天) knows,Earth knows,you know and I know," said Yang. "You can cheat anyone but not your own heart."
The door was closed and Wang left the room in shame.
(1)According to the passage,Wang Mi's made him successful.
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ideas |
B. |
talent |
C. |
wishes |
D. |
gold |
(2)In order to ,Wang gave Yang a bag of gold.
A. |
express thanks for Yang's help |
B. |
ask Yang to bribe other people |
C. |
move Yang to a higher position |
D. |
help Yang to take a pleasant trip |
(3)Wang Mi wanted to make the trade between them a .
A. |
chance |
B. |
shame |
C. |
cheat |
D. |
secret |
(4)In Yang Zhen's opinion, knew the whole thing.
①the Earth
②the nation
③the Heaven
④the people around
⑤Yang Zhen
⑥Wang Mi
A. |
②④⑤⑥ |
B. |
①②③⑥ |
C. |
①③⑤⑥ |
D. |
①③④⑤ |
(5)The story tells us .
A. |
ability is the key to success |
B. |
not to forget to help friends |
C. |
the importance of being honest and clean |
D. |
knowing people well is necessary |
A map is a drawing of a place.The title tells you what place it is.The symbols of the map key stand for different places.A map shows the four directions.The letters N,S,E and W stand for north,south,east and west.Look!Walk west on the road,then turn left,and you can find the school.
(1)The picture above is a map of .
A. |
a country |
B. |
a city |
C. |
a town |
D. |
a park |
(2)On the map,you can find the following places EXCEPT .
A. |
a hotel |
B. |
a school |
C. |
a bank |
D. |
a hospital |
(3)If you want to go to the zoo,you can .
A. |
walk east on the road |
B. |
walk west on the road |
C. |
walk south on the road |
D. |
walk north on the road |
How do you go to school every day?By bike or on foot?Maybe you can try a new way﹣taking a S'Cool Bus.
The S'Cool Bus is also called the bike bus.It was invented in the bike kingdom﹣the Netherlands.It is all about green lifestyle,sport and sharing.It's interesting for kids to ride the bus together to go to school.
Also,it is very safe.The bike bus has a driver and eleven seats for kids.Each one has a helmet(头盔) and safety belt(安全带).There is also a roof on the bus.It can be used on hot days or rainy days to make kids feel comfortable.
Riding the bike bus is one of the greatest ways for children to get to school.Peter,a 10﹣year﹣old pupil,becomes a big fan of the bike bus. "Now the S'Cool Bus is my favorite way of transport.I can ride it together with other kids to keep healthy.It's full of fun."For most parents,it can help them save a lot of time because they only have to pick up their children after school.
The S′Cool Bus is becoming more and more popular in some countries like Germany and France.Its creator Thomas Tolkamp says, "I hope I can sell the bike bus to more countries in the future.As green lifestyle becomes popular,ideas like this get popular,too.I think it will work well in other countries." The use of S'Cool Bus shows us that we can save the Earth in many ways as long as we want to have a try.
(1)According to the passage,the S'Cool Bus .
A. |
can carry twelve kids |
B. |
offers kids helmets and umbrellas |
C. |
has no windows or roof |
D. |
is ridden by the driver and kids together |
(2)Why does Peter enjoy riding the S'Cool Bus to school?
A. |
It saves time and money. |
B. |
It makes him safe and relaxed. |
C. |
It is green and comfortable. |
D. |
It is interesting and good for health. |
(3)Thomas thinks the S'Cool Bus will work well in other countries because .
A. |
more people like to live green lives |
B. |
many people hope to try out new ideas |
C. |
it can help kids form the habit of exercising |
D. |
it makes people realize the importance of being green |
(4)Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?
A. |
A biking trip to school |
B. |
A cool way to school |
C. |
A school bus or a bike? |
D. |
The best way to transport |
Indooroopilly Library
Indooroopilly Shopping Center,Level 4,322 Moggill Road,Indooroopilly,QLD,406807 3407 0009
English Conversation Group Our friendly group meets at the library every 'Thursday afternoon.Come along to make new friends and improve your English.Learners of all levels are welcome. Age:All adults(成年人) Bookings:Not required. Time & date:Thursday Aug 1 1:00 p.m.to 2:00 p.m. Young Creative Club Do you love to write or express(表达) yourself through art?Come and join our creative club,share your ideas and make friends with people who are like you. Age:11﹣15 year olds Bookings:Required.Call 073407 0009 to book your place. Time & date:Thursday Aug 1 4:30 p.m.to 5:30 .pm. |
Learn to Code(编程) Learn how to create a game or design(设计)a webpage using free online resources(资源)that teach you how to code.It allows time to experiment and play.It is designed for adults with basic computer and Internet skills. Age:Young adults Bookings:Not required. Time & date:Wednesday Aug 28 10:30 a.m.to 12:00 p.m. Gumtree Basics Come and learn about buying and selling products safely online through Cumtree Basic computer and Internet skills are required. Age:All adults Bookings:Required.Call 07 3407 0009 to book your place. Time & date:Tuesday Aug 13 1:30 p.m.to 3:00 p.m. |
(1)What do we know about the English Conversation Group?
A.It is for children.
B.It is a weekly activity.
C.It is for high﹣level students.
(2)What should you do if you want to learn how to code?
A.Have basic computer skills.
B.Buy a coding book.
C.Book your place.
(3)What is the time for the creative club?
A.1:30 p.m.to 3:00 p.m.
B.10:30 a.m.to 12:00 p.m.
C.4:30 p.m.to 5:30 p.m.
(4)What do the four activities have in common?
A.They are in August.
B.They require bookings.
C.They are for adults.
(5)Where will the activities take place?
A.In an art club.
B.In a library.
C.In a computer store.
Four Animation Studios(动画工作室)
Logo (图标) |
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Name |
Pixar Animation Studios |
Walt Disney Animation Studios |
Dream Works Animation |
Studio Ghibli |
Location |
California,USA |
California,USA |
California,USA |
Tokyo,Japan |
Introduction |
Pixar was bought by Steve Jobs in 1986.Later in 2006 it was bought by Disney. |
Walt and Roy founded the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio in 1923.After years,Disney Animation has become the most famous one in the world. |
In 1994,Steven, Jeffrey and David founded Dream Works.It belongs to Universal Pictures now. |
Ghibli is one top animation studio in Japan.Many top animated films in Japan are produced by Ghibli.These works make it famous all over the world. |
Famous movies |
Toy Story Finding Nemo |
The Lion King Big Hero 6 |
Shrek Kung Fu Panda |
Castle in the Sky My Neighbor Totoro |
(1)Which is the best﹣known cartoon studio according to the passage?
A. |
Studio Ghibli. |
B. |
Dream Works Animation. |
C. |
Walt Disney Animation Studios. |
D. |
Pixar Animation Studios. |
(2)Which movie is made by Dream Works?
A. |
Toy Story. |
B. |
Kung Fu Panda. |
C. |
Castle in the Sky. |
D. |
The Lion King. |
(3)When was Walt Disney Animation Studios founded?
A. |
In 1923. |
B. |
In 1986. |
C. |
In 1994. |
D. |
In 2006. |
(4)Which statement(表述) about Ghibli is true?
A. |
It is a part of Universal Pictures. |
B. |
Its logo is a kid sitting on the moon. |
C. |
It made a film called Shrek. |
D. |
It is a very famous studio in Japan. |
(5)The purpose of the passage is to .
A. |
tell us how cartoon movies are made |
B. |
give us information about some films |
C. |
introduce some famous cartoon studios |
D. |
encourage more readers to watch movies |
The world is full of amazing nature,buildings,technology and discoveries.Some are man﹣made and others happen naturally.
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Musical road In Japan.there are roads that play music as cars travel over them.Grooves(沟)are carefully cut into the surface of the road.The spaces between the grooves make different music as cars touch them.The closer the groves are,the louder the music will be. |
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Bicycle in the tree On Vashon Island,Washington,a bike is seen high up in a tree.The bike is not hanging on a branch(树枝)一it is fixed in the tree and the tree has continued growing upwards.The tree grows around the bike instead of pushing it over,making it part of its growth. |
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Underground city In Cappadocia,Turkey,a man knocked down a wall of his home and discovered a huge underground city.It has many tunnels(隧道),rooms and wells.Thousands of shafts(通风井)bring air to even the deepest levels.The city is huge enough for 200 people and their animals to live in. |
(1)According to the passage,the musical road plays music because .
A. |
the road is huge enough |
B. |
cars are running very fast |
C. |
cars touch the spaces between the grooves |
D. |
there is a piano on the road |
(2)What makes the tree so amazing?
A. |
It's high up in the sky. |
B. |
It pushes a bike over. |
C. |
A bike hangs on its branch. |
D. |
It continues growing with a bike inside. |
(3)In which part of a magazine can we most probably read this passage?
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Travel. |
B. |
Technology. |
C. |
Education. |
D. |
Health. |
ART FESTIVAL 14﹣24 August 2021 |
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VIDEO An hourly show of videos presented by Pemberton Secondary School students.Video themes are about intellectually (智力)disabled youth and their parents. Venue:Capital Hall Dates:14﹣22 August Free admission |
PERFORMANCE Alpine Youth Theater presents A Cat's Mind with cheerful songs and dance,promising to give a wonderful performance by 20 young people between 18 and 25 years of age. Venue:National Arts Theater Dates:15﹣23 August Free admission |
CONCERT Eric Fawkins,two﹣time Prima Music Prizewinner,will perform an evening of classical and jazz ballads.Eric Fawkins' latest CD will also be on sale. Venue:Victory Theater Dates:22﹣24 August Tickets:available at $50(child), $80 (adult) |
(1)When will A Cat's Mind be performed?
A. |
14﹣24 August. |
B. |
15﹣23 August. |
C. |
22﹣24 August. |
D. |
14﹣22 August. |
(2)What is the price of an adult ticket for the concert?
A. |
$80. |
B. |
$50. |
C. |
$20. |
D. |
$18. |
(3)Which of the following is true according to the ads above?
A. |
A group of children perform A Cat's Mind. |
B. |
Fawkins has won Prima Music Prize once. |
C. |
The video show is presented by the parents. |
D. |
You can buy Fawkins' latest CD at the concert. |
Films Two films will be on this Sunday afternoon at Andersen Cinema.See Justice League at 3:30 p.m.The Smurfs will be on at 3:45 p.m.For more information,call 66327601. |
International Picnic Are you tired of eating the same food every day?Come City Park this Sunday and enjoy food from all over the world.Delicious and not expensive.Noon to 4:00 p.m. |
Football Game Dec.16 this Sunday night (6:30 p.m.to 8:30 p.m.),is a good chance to watch the football game in our City Gym this year.Buy your tickets at the gate of the gym.It might be cold.Don't forget to wear a sweater or a jacket. |
Concert "The Only",a popular rock band from America,will give their first concert this Saturday night,at 7:00 pm.at Golden Hall. |
(1)When do you have to arrive at the cinema to see the film The Smurfs?
A.Before 3:45 p.m.
B.Before 4:00 p.m.
C.Before 6:30 p.m.
D.Before 7:00 p.m.
(2)Where should you go to have a picnic?
A.Golden Hall.
B.City Gym.
C.City Park.
D.Andersen Cinema.
(3)What can you do on Saturday night?
A.To have a picnic.
B.To watch a football game.
C.To see a film.
D.To go to a concert.
Five people were waiting for a company(公司).Inside the room,they could do whatever they liked,except using the phone or the Internet.
On the first day,all of the five people were excited.They were imagining their bright future.But there was no interview.
On the second day,they came again for the interview.But to their surprise,there was no news about the interview.Two of them got upset.
On the third morning,they arrived earlier.Still,no news came.By mid﹣day,most of them were irritated.Some thought the company did not care for them.Some regretted coming here.Only one man was different.He was happy all those days.He kept smiling while the others complained(抱怨).
At the end of that day,the boss appeared.To their disappointment,the boss said that their interview had ended and only one of them was chosen.It was the man who kept happy.Then the boss added "We want someone who can keep happy in whatever situations .Keeping happy is an ability!"
(1)The five people were waiting for .
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an interview |
B. |
a meeting |
C. |
a phone call |
D. |
a meal |
(2)The underlined word "irritated" in Paragraph 4 probably means" " .
A. |
快活的 |
B. |
愤怒的 |
C. |
放松的 |
D. |
胆怯的 |
(3)The man was chosen because .
A. |
he listened to the others |
B. |
he kept happy |
C. |
his answers were better |
D. |
he cared for others |
(4)The passage probably comes from .
A. |
a dictionary |
B. |
a poster |
C. |
a magazine |
D. |
a notice |
Liu Xiuxiang was born in a poor family.When he was 4,his father died.His mother developed mental(精神的)health problems.When he was 10,his elder brother and sisters left and never returned.To make a living,Liu collected rubbish,and in high school he worked 18 hours a day during summer vacations.However difficult it was,he never gave up his study.
In 2007,Liu failed the Gaokao.He got lost.He wondered if he should continue studying.After working in a bathhouse for about 50 days,he decided to go back to school.In 2008,h finally passed the Gaokao and went to university.
After graduation,he became a history teacher in his hometown. "I want to come back to tell the children,who are as poor and lost as I was,that education has changed my life. "Liu set a good example for them to take control of lives through education.
Now Liu gives speeches around the country.His story inspires(鼓舞)many students and encourages people to help those from poor families.Since 2012,he has helped more than 1,900 students and called on more teachers to work in poor areas to improve the quality(质量)of education.
Liu was titled "the most beautiful teacher" in 2020.His story moves us a lot.
(1)How long did Liu Xiuxiang work during summer vacations in high school?
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4 hours a day. |
B. |
10 hours a day. |
C. |
12 hours a day. |
D. |
18 hours a day. |
(2)The underlined word " lost" in Paragraph 2 probably means " .
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丢失的 |
B. |
错过的 |
C. |
迷路的 |
D. |
迷茫的 |
(3)Liu Xiuxiang set a good example for the children to take control of lives through .
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speeches |
B. |
money |
C. |
education |
D. |
jobs |
(4)The passage is written in the order of .
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space |
B. |
time |
C. |
persons |
D. |
opinion |
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(1)Tony posted his problems on the forum in order to .
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discuss the match |
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show football sills |
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get help from others |
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catch his teammate's attention |
(2)Which is Lingling's view according to the text?
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It's polite of you to apologise in time. |
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It's important to ask your parents for help. |
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It's necessary to say whatever comes to your mind. |
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It's helpful to keep calm when you're angry. |
(3)Whose reply is not relevant(关联)to Tony's problems?
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Betty's. |
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Lingling's. |
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Ms Li's. |
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Daming's. |
The Arctic has always been an area of great beauty and mystery,where a lot of movies and TV shows are made.Here are three of our favorite Arctic movies.
Klaus(2019)
Klaus is a family holiday film about the origins of Santa Claus,many people's favorite old man at Christmas.Santa is said to live in the North Pole,but in Klaus,he lives in Smeerenburg,a Norwegian settlement on the island of Svalbard.There,a young postman convinces the town's kids to send letters to the lonely woodsman named Klaus,and in return he will reward them with toys.
Balto(1995)
Based on a true story,this animated movie takes place when a deadly disease hits the small town of Nome,Alaska,US,in 1925.A half﹣wolf dog named Balto must lead a sled﹣dog team across the snowy expanse to send life﹣saving medicine to the town's citizens hundreds of kilometers away.
Arctic(2019)
Is there a better place for a survival(生存)story than the Arctic?In the film Arctic,one man must survive in the icy landscape after his plane crashes.He must fish,find water,and build a makeshift camp to stay alive.The film,shot in the cold wilderness of Iceland,shows just how hard life can be in the Arctic.
(1)Which movie will you choose if you are interested in Christmas?
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Klaus(2019). |
B. |
Balto(1995). |
C. |
Arctic(2019). |
(2)Which word best describes the half﹣wolf dog Balto?
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Lively. |
B. |
Helpful. |
C. |
Outgoing. |
(3)Where was the movie Arctic (2019)shot?
A. |
In Smeerenburg. |
B. |
In Alaska. |
C. |
In Iceland. |
China Operas Cartoon Festival Kicks off Thursday
http: //www.Chinadaily.com.cn 2021﹣02﹣02
An art festival that calls attention to Chinese opera cartoons will kick off in Beijing on Thursday,Feb 4 and rum until Feb 26.
The festival is prepared by the Chaoyang Cultural Center and the Culture and Travel Office of Chaoyang,Beijing.The staff members are hoping the festival will get more foreigners and young people to learn more about traditional Chinese culture.
Classical Chinese operas,chosen from 360 kinds of operas in China,are made into cartoons and will be shown to the public.The cartoon characters look lively and cute,which can quickly be loved by the public.Activities will also be held during the festival,such as showing the primary posters and writings,and opera costumes.
Since the festival is mainly held online,people can take part in the activities by watching videos on online short﹣video platforms (平台) like Douyin and Huoshan Video,known as Tik Tok and Vigo Video outside China.
People can also enjoy a 360﹣degree wide view of the activities online.By clicking a mouse of a computer or using a mobile phone,people can choose wherever they like to view the activities at home.
(1)The art festival will last (持续) for .
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11 days |
B. |
23 days |
C. |
26 days |
D. |
28 days |
(2)People can enjoy during the festival.
A. |
some Chinese operas played by real people |
B. |
all classical Chinese operas |
C. |
some Chinese operas made into cartoons |
D. |
360 kinds of Chinese operas |
(3)Which of the following online short﹣video platforms is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. |
Douyin. |
B. |
B Huoshan Video |
C. |
Tik Tok. |
D. |
Tencent VI |
(4)People can watch the festival at home because it is .
A. |
mainly held online |
B. |
B shown on TV |
C. |
shown to the public |
D. |
held for free |
(5)This passage is most probably from .
A. |
a book |
B. |
a website |
C. |
a magazine |
D. |
a tourist guide |