The United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, England--many people are (confuse) by what these different names mean. So what is the (different) between them, if any? (get) to know a little bit about British history will help you solve this puzzle.
In the 16th century, the nearby country of Wales was joined the Kingdom of England. Later, in the 18th century, the country Scotland was joined (create) the Kingdom of Great Britain. In the 19th century, the Kingdom of Ireland was added to create the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. (final), in the 20th century , the southern part of Ireland (break) away from the UK, which resulted the full name we have today: the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Most people just use the shortened name: "the United Kingdom" or "the UK". People from the UK are called "British", means the UK is also often (refer) to as Britain or Great Britain.
Once upon a time，there lived in Basra an old man.His only job was caring for and loving his only son who was a handsome young man.The old man put all his money into his son's education.The young man went away for a few years and received an education at a well－known university，where there were many scholars (学者)．
The day arrived for the son to return from his studies.When the son came and met his father，the old man looked into his eyes and felt great disappointment."What have you learnt，my son？" he asked."I have learnt everything that was to be learnt，father，" the son said.
"But have you learnt what cannot be taught？" asked the father."Go，my son and learn what cannot be taught，" said the old man.
The young man went back to ask his headmaster to teach him what cannot be taught."Go away to the mountains with these four hundred sheep and come back when they are one thousand，" said the master.
The young man went to the mountains and became a shepherd (牧羊人)．There for the first time he came across silence.He had no one to talk to.The sheep did not understand his language.Hopelessly，he would talk to them but they would look back at him as if to say he were stupid.Slowly but certainly，he began to forget all his worldly knowledge and his pride.He became quiet，wise and humble (谦逊的)．
At the end of two years，when the number of sheep had grown to one thousand，he returned to his master and fell on his knees."Now you have learnt what cannot be taught，" said the master.
The Qingming Festival is usually celebrated with a three⁃day national holiday, whose name originates(起源) from the saying "Plants start to revive(复活) and prosper at Qingming in a clean and bright way." Thus, the festival is called Qingming, which means "clean and bright". Tomb sweeping is aimed at commemorating family ancestors, while going on a spring outing allows everyone the chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery and enjoy the season.
Traditional customs
Tomb sweeping. On this day, the whole family gathers in front of their ancestral tombs. They offer fruit and wine to their ancestors and clear the weeds from around the tomb. Finally, they kowtow and pray, hoping for their ancestors' blessing for the rest of the year.
Spring outings. The time around the Qingming Festival is one of the most suitable seasons for a spring outing, as plants are thriving and flowers are blooming. People can have a great time outdoors with their friends and family.
Traditional food
Qingtuan is a green rice ball tiny enough to fit into your hand. It is a mixture of sticky rice powder and green vegetable juice. Stuffed(装满) with sweetened bean paste, Qingtuan tastes sweet with the fresh fragrance of Aicao, a green spring vegetable. In celebration of Qingming, people from Shaanxi make steamed buns known as Huamo, which are made into different shapes. Some are for peaceful family life, while others represent(象征) the wish for health.
A.Each different look brings a good blessing.
B.The tradition of tomb sweeping originates from the Qin Dynasty.
C.The two main activities over the festival include tomb sweeping and going on a spring outing.
D.Family members gather together to celebrate and taste the food.
E.Playing football and flying kites are popular activities.
F.Many traditional customs are practiced to show respect for our ancestors.
G.It is popular in Jiangnan.
