The umbrella is a very common object. It keeps the1and the sun off the people. Most umbrellas can be folded up(折叠) so it is2to carry them.
However, the umbrella has not always been as3as it is now. In the past, it was a symbol of importance. Some African countries still use umbrellas in this4. Someone carries an umbrella and walks behind the king or important persons.
Umbrellas are very old. People in different parts of the world began to5umbrellas at different times. The Chinese had them more than 3, 000 years ago. From there, umbrellas6to India and Egypt. In Greece and Rome,7wouldn't use them. They believed umbrellas were only for women.
England was8the first country in Europe where common people used umbrellas against rain. The weather there is very9and umbrellas are very useful.
Everybody uses umbrellas today. The next time you10one, thinking that for centuries only great men and women used them, you'll feel you are important people, too.
More and more people like bicycling and it is no surprise. It is fun, healthy and good for the environment. Maybe that's why there are about 1.4 billion bicycles and only about 400 million cars on roads worldwide today. Bikes can take you almost anywhere, and there is no oil cost!
Get on a bicycle and ride around your neighbourhood. You may discover something new all around you. Stopping and getting off a bike is easier than stopping and getting out of your car. You can bike to work and benefit (受益) from the enjoyable exercise without polluting the environment. You don't even have to ride all the way.
Folding (可折叠的) bikes work well for people who ride the train. Just fold the bike and take it with you. You can do the same on an airplane. A folding bike can be packed in a suitcase. You can also take a common bike with you when you fly. But be sure to look for information by accessing on airline websites. Not all airlines are bicycle-friendly to travellers.
Health Benefits of Bicycling:
It helps to prevent heart diseases.
Bicycling helps to control your weight.
A 15-minute bike ride to and from work three times a week burns off five kilos of fat in a year. Bicycling can improve your mood (心情).
Exercise like bicycling has been shown to make people feel better, more relaxed and self-confident. Bicycling is healthier than driving.
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Dongyang bamboo weaving (竹编) Dongyang is rich in bamboo and it is suitable (适宜的)for the bamboo weaving industry. Bamboo weaving in Dongyang was very strong during the Song Dynasty. With dragon lanterns and flower lanterns being made there, it is named as "the hometown of bamboo weaving". |
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Daixiang bamboo weaving The Dai family is good at bamboo weaving. If you have a chance to travel in Daixiang, you will enter a bambooweaving world when stepping into the lovely traditional bamboo building. Everything, including the walls, a lunch box, a summer hat, a rain hat, small baskets, is made of bamboo. The different bamboo weaving products (产品) are simple, with a beautiful look and of the best quality (质量). |
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Qiyang grass weaving The Qiyang grass weaving—the grass mat (垫子)has an old history of more than three hundred years. The grass mat is fine in quality. The natural smell of the grass mat brings the fresh air of the mountains and plains to the person. Qiyang mats are famous and products sell well all over the country. |
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Shandong grass weaving Grass weaving products in Shandong have different kinds according to their ways of using. As traditional art products, grass weaving products spread over several areas — Yantai City, Weifang City, the Binzhou City area, the Liaocheng City area, Qingdao City, and Jinan City. |
Ever since Greg was a little boy, he had watched his grandfather carve small wooden figures (雕像). Greg often wished that he could create wonderful little wooden figures as his grandfather did.
"Today is the day that you begin to learn the lost art of carving." Greg couldn't believe his ears. He sat beside his grandfather. The smell of the wood filled his nose, and he loved that. After the introduction to the tools was over, Greg picked up a piece of wood and started to carve.
Although his small wooden figure was far from perfect, both Greg and his grandfather were quite proud of the work Greg had done. "I will put it on my desk," Greg' s grandfather told him.
He knew that it would take him many years to become as skillful as his grandfather, but Greg was going to enjoy every minute of it
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A. In a short time, his grandfather could change a lifeless piece of wood into a wonderful work of art. B. Greg's eyes shone with joy after he heard it. C. One day, Greg's grandfather called the boy into the workshop(作坊). D. He worked for hours that day, trying to learn his grandfather's skill. E. Grandfather told him the names of the different tools he used to create the wooden figures. F. Greg could turn pieces of wood into animal figures. G. After hearing that, Greg felt a little sad. |
Lily is looking for a study tour to get to know the Egyptian history and culture. Simon is really crazy about Thai food and wants to see famous Thai buildings. Jane plans to practise her English and French during the journey in the summer holiday. Bob is learning Russian, and he wants to experience the Russian culture in his trip. Alex, a big fan of the Terracotta Warriors, loves to visit them when he has the money. | A. Mexico City is one of the most important cities in North America. It's famous for its ancient historical sites and western churches. B. Xi'an, a big city in northwestern China, not only is the home to the world-famous Terracotta Warriors, but also was the capital city for many times in history. C. Cairo is one of the biggest cities in the Middle East. It is an ancient city and a modern metropolis(大都市) as well. It is a good place to explore Egyptian history and culture. D. Quebec is the largest city in Canada in area. Its capital, Quebec city, is the oldest city in Canada. The locals speak both French and English. E. As one of the most popular Asian cities, Bangkok is well known for its nightlife and mouth-watering street food. You can also have a closer look at traditional Thai buildings. F. St. Petersburg is a major historical and cultural centre and an important port. It lies about 400 miles northwest of Moscow. It's the second largest city of Russia. |
Drinking tea has been in China for thousands of years. As is known to all, tea culture (include) in Chinese culture. Chinese tea culture is more than what it sounds like. It includes tea art and spirit. The spirit (express) by people through the performance of tea art. The history of Chinese tea is long and slow. Generations of growers and producers improve the tea and make it popular among people. According to an ancient story, tea (discover) in 2737 BC. China has the earliest records of tea drinking. In the Han Dynasty, people used tea as medicine, and tea (drink) from the Tang Dynasty or even earlier. Until now, tea is still liked by many people. I believe it (like) in the future.
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1）出生地点：广东，出生时间：1925年12月25日，去世时间：2013年12月8日；
2）小时候常常随妈妈到戏院看戏，回家后在家自己练习；
3）后来拜舅母为师，勤奋练习；
4）在过去的许多年里，她帮助发展粤语文化，并且创作了自己的戏剧风格；
5）你的评价。
Hi, Peter. I will introduce you something about the most famous master, Hung Sinnui.
