A
When mentioning China, what comes to mind? As a country with a history of more than 5000 years, China is rich in civilization and culture. What best represents China?
Confucius (551BC-479 BC)
Confucius was a teacher and philosopher from the Spring and Autumn Period of Chinese history. The philosophy of Confucius stresses individual morality including kindness, fairness, politeness, and sincerity. Confucius' principles have a broad basis in common Chinese tradition and belief.
Dragon
A dragon is a legendary creature, typically with winding or crawling characters. The dragon symbol is frequently used on ancient Chinese emperor's items including chairs or costumes. It is considered a representation of power.
Peking Opera
Peking Opera is considered the essence of China. As the larger form of Chinese opera, it has many "firsts" in Chinese dramas: the abundance of talents, the number of artists, opera groups and audience.
The Great Wall
There is an old saying that goes. "He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man." The Great Wall, one of the greatest wonders of the world, is a destination one must see when visiting China.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Developed in China, TCM has a tradition dating back to more than 2,000 years, including various forms of herbal medicine, cupping, massage, exercise (Qigong), and dietary therapy.
1. What do we know about Confucius according to the passage?
A. He died at the age of 72.
B. He put stress on teamwork spirits.
C. He was a teacher in the Waning Stales Period.
D. He created common Chinese tradition and belief.
2. Which of the following is regarded as symbol of power?
A. Confucius. B. Dragon.
C. Peking Opera. D. The Great Wall.
3. What must you do when coming to China according to the passage?
A. Learn to exercise Qigong.
B. Appreciate Peking Opera.
C. Pay a visit to the Great Wall.
D. Experience the treatment of cupping.
【答案】1. A 2. B 3. C
【解析】
这是一篇说明文。文章对中国丰富的文明和文化的几个最佳代表进行了介绍。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Confucius (551BC-479 BC)可知，孔子生于公元前551年，卒于公元前479年，所以他活了72岁。故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Dragon部分最后一句“It is considered a representation of power.”（它被认为是权力的象征。）可知，被认为是权力的象征的是龙。故选B。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据The Great Wall部分最后一句“The Great Wall, one of the greatest wonders of the world, is a destination one must see when visiting China.”（长城，世界上最伟大的奇迹之一，是游览中国必去的地方。）可知，去中国旅游必须要去的是长城。故选C。
