A video recording from Xinhua (9th, Nov. 2017) showing Arabella Kushner, US President Donald Trump's granddaughter, singing Chinese songs and reciting Chinese literary classics caused another Internet sensation (轰动) in China Wednesday night.
In the video clip, Arabella, wearing a traditional embroidered Chinese dress, greets President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan.
The sixyearold sings two songs Our Fields, Beautiful Fields, and My Good Mom. The former, written in 1953 and adored by Chinese teenagers for decades, expresses one's love and affection for the motherland and nature. The latter is a popular nursery rhyme widespread in China.
She also displayed knowledge about Chinese literature by reciting Three Character Classic, a Confucianist volume to educate young children, and two ancient poems of Li Bai, Watching the Fall of Lushan Mountain, and Departing from Baidi City in the Morning.
Xi spoke highly of the child's Mandarin abilities and said her performance deserved an “A Plus”. He said Arabella was already a star in China and hoped she would visit China one day.
Numerous media websites and netizens reposted the video. It has received 2.3 million clicks on Sina Weibo, China's popular social media platform, as of press time.
“What a talented and smart girl she is!” Weibo user Yumeiren said. “I hope she can make more contributions to fostering ChinaUS friendship in the future.”
Earlier this year, during President Xi's visit to the United States, Arabella has already performed for the president and his wife at the Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, on April 6. Standing alongside her parents, Arabella sang Jasmine, a Chinese folk song with her brother Joseph.
1.From the passage, we can learn that ________.
A. Arabella once sang Jasmine for President Xi in April alone
B. Arabella has a talent for singing Chinese songs
C. Arabella has some acquaintance with Chinese ancient poems
D. My Good Mom conveys one's love for his or her motherland
2.What does the underlined word in Para.7 probably mean?
A. Preventing. B. Proposing.
C. Protesting. D. Promoting.
3.What is the best title for the passage?
A. Arabella's Contribution to ChinaUS Relationship
B. Trump's Granddaughter Wins Chinese Hearts, Again
C. Trump and His Famous Granddaughter
D. A Little Shining Star in China
Bangkok Destination Guide
Travel in Bangkok is often described as a whirlwind—it’s hot, chaotic, crowded, and full of exotic energy. This popular tourism destination is a city of extremes with majestic temples, floating markets, romantic rooftop restaurants, and a wide range of accommodations to suit every budget. Read through our brief guide to learn about this exciting city and begin planning your journey.
Peak (高峰) Season | Population | Language(s) | Currency | January Climate | July Climate |
November to February | 8,280,925
| Thai
| Thai Baht
| Average high 33.2℃ | Average high 33.2℃ |
Must-See Attractions
Bangkok is sometimes referred to as the “Venice of the East” because of its network of canals, so take a boat tour to see sights like the Khmer wats (僧院) and the riverside houses. While exploring the city, you’ll definitely want to sample some of the street food options—often fresher and more unique than in the surrounding restaurants! To get a dose of Thai culture, visit the Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Parkeaw, and Wat Pho.
Transportation
There are two airport that serve Bankok, Suvamabhmi Airport and Don Muang Airport, and both are located about 30 kilometers from city centre. Most travelers who fly into Suvarnabhumi take the airport rail link to get downtown. The most important train station is the Hua Lamphong Station, and railway lines extend in all directions. It’s not a good idea to travel around Bankok by car since traffic is very congested.
Recommended Restaurants
Food is a big deal in Thailand. and there are plenty of cheap eats, high-end restaurants, and street food delights to keep your taste buds satisfied every meal.
Restaurant | Cuisine | Location | Price | Notices |
Lung Yai
| Isaan
| Din Daeng
| Budget
| Off the beaten path and never touristy |
Issaya Siamese Club | Thai | 4 Soi Sri Aksorn, Chuaphloeng Rd. | Pricey | Order a mix of chef recommendations to try something new |
Bankara Ramen | Japanese | 32/1 Sukhumvit Soi 39 | Budget | Try the signature ramen with chashu |
1.Which month is in the peak season to travel in Thailand?
A. March. B. July.
C. October. D. December.
2.What does the underlined word “its” refer to?
A. Venice’s. B. Bangkok’s.
C. Khmer’s. D. Thai.
3.Why does the author think travelling around Bangkok by car is a bad idea?
A. It’s easy to get to the city center.
B. It’s easy to reach he railway station.
C. It’s easy to meet traffic jam.
D. It’s easy to go all directions.
4.Where will you go if you want to try expensive Thai food?
A. In Din Daeng.
B. In Issaya Siamese Club.
C. In Lung Yai.
D. In Bankara Ramen Restaurant.
假定你是李华，得知美国外教Peter最近经常头痛，西医疗效不佳。请你给他写一封电子邮件，推荐中医治疗，简介中医的优点（如副作用小、价格低等），愿意帮助，并期待他早日康复。
注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Peter,
I’m sorry to learn that …
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Yours,
Li Hua
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（︿），并在下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线(＼)划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1．每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2．只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
My name is Li Ming, a student studied in Ganzhou No. 18 Middle School. I am eager become a volunteer in your group and I can work till my next term begins. I have a real talent on singing. I get the first prize in the singing competition in our school last year. However, I can teach children how to sing songs. Besides, I play the piano very well, that will help a lot in my work. I am warm-hearted and always be ready to help. Helping other people makes myself happy. I believe I can make friend with the children. I hope I am fortunately enough to be a member of your group.
阅读下面材料，在空白处填人适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
Laughter Yoga is a new form of exercise that promotes the use of laughter as a form of physical exercise. It 1. (create) in the mid-1990s as a social experiment. Although it came from India and 2. (certain) includes some yoga, don’t expect it to have much in common with the yoga classes 3. (offer) at your local studio or gym. Laughter Yoga attaches 4. (much) importance to the former than to the latter.
The method began in 1995 when Dr. Madan Kataria called on a group of students in a park 5. (test) whether introducing regular laughter into people’s lives would improve their well-being. Kataria also introduced deep breathing and simple stretches into the exercises.
Medical research has suggested that laughing is 6. good way to reduce stress and help people feel good. Kataria’s Laughter Clubs are popping up in response 7. people’s need to handle 8. (press).
Kataria also offers books and DVDs to people 9. don’t have access to a local Laughter Club. However, connecting with other humans is a big part of Laughter Yoga’s success in 10. (help) people feel better and experience more joy.
Shayla Mitchell, 16, was diagnosed with the terminal stage of cancer. As a father, Mitchell always stayed home to care for her. He said the ______ 1eft them financially worse off. Then a group called Growing Hope ______ in with $1,800 to help with his living costs.
____, he wanted to pay them back. In his ______, he had once been a ______. So at age 40, Mitchell took up the ______ again, participating in two fights in Fairfax. Mitchell was ______ out in the first and second rounds, but he still ______ to raise $ 20,000 that he gave to Growing Hope. During this time, he ______ his daughter. “I fell into a dark bottom,” Mitchell said, and for six months, he did little but ______.
One day, Mitchell ______ upon a Mark Twain quote- The two most important days in your life are the day you are born, and the day you ______ why. “After I read that quote, I was going to spend the rest of my life helping kids with ______ and their families,” he said.
Mitchell thought of creating a foundation, though boxing did not seem ______any more for fund-raising, due to his age. Then he found that ______ could be a source to raise money. In the Corps Marathon, he cut a striking figure on the course. ______ by this success, he set his sights higher. He ______ each of the miles of the race to a different child with cancer, and he carried their ______ with him. Years after his daughter's death, Mitchell now ______ up in the morning knowing his ______.
1.A. situation B. phenomenon C. atmosphere D. poverty
2.A. brought B. stepped C. took D. broke
3.A. Sorrowful B. Hopeful C. Grateful D. Helpful
4.A. life B. reality C. memory D. youth
5.A. runner B. singer C. boxer D. fighter
6.A. gloves B. helmets C. boxes D. sneakers
7.A. laughed B. knocked C. performed D. put
8.A. failed B. persuaded C. managed D. tried
9.A. cured B. lost C. comforted D. accompanied
10.A. fight B. disappoint C. burst D. mourn
11.A. looked B. agreed C. came D. depended
12.A. consider B. make C. relate D. discover
13.A. talent B. cancer C. disease D. caution
14.A. beneficial B. worthwhile C. significant D. practicable
15.A. running B. singing C. fund D. project
16.A. Depressed B. Satisfied C. Inspired D. Shocked
17.A. donated B. ran C. competed D. conveyed
18.A. pictures B. parents C. doctors D. clothes
19.A. stands B. arises C. climbs D. wakes
20.A. time B. why C. course D. what
