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Liu Wenwen holds the first doctorate（博士学位） in suona performance in China.She is using her1 to introduce the musical instrument to the world.
Liu was born in Jining，Shandong Province.Both of 2 parents are suona performers.Liu 3 to learn to play the suona at the age of 3 or 4.The sound of the instrument was so 4 that it made the neighbors angry when she practiced at home.So her mother woke her up at 4：30 a.m.every day and took her to a nearby park to 5 .During summer and winter vacations，her mother took her to Beijing and Shanghai to visit great suona players to take lessons and 6 her skills.She worked very hard.
However，some of her classmates 7 her，saying suona was old﹣fashioned.Liu felt very sad about that.She once 8 giving up playing the suona.But her parents，whose families both have a long history of playing the suona，insisted（坚持） that their only daughter should carry on the9 ."For my parents，suona is not 10 a musical instrument.It's about family and history and it runs in their blood，"Liu says.
Luckily，Liu didn't give up.11 years of hard work，she went to Shanghai Conservatory of Music（上海音乐学院）.In 202312 her doctorate in suona performance.Now she understands her parents."I am doing the same thing now and I am13 to tell people that I play the suona，"Liu says.
Liu teaches suona at Shanghai Conservatory of Music.She loves talking about suona﹣ playing skills with her14 ."It's wonderful to see the young people carrying on the cultural heritage（文化遗产）."Also，she often travels to other 15 to play the suona，wishing foreign people to know more about the traditional Chinese instrument.
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When I visited the Tengwang Pavilion in Nanchang，Jiangxi this summer，I was very .It has been known for over 1，300 years.I enjoyed climbing to the top of the Tengwang Pavilion，where I could admire the beautiful views.I saw the rivers，the people and the nearby，and I was truly amazed.The gardens and green plants left a deep impression on me.
The Tengwang Pavilion is a special monument （纪念碑） that shows the of Chinese architecture（建筑） and culture.It was rebuilt many times over the centuries，and it has been the subject of many poems，and works of art throughout Chinese history.It shows the creativity and wisdom of the Chinese people.
Visiting the Tengwang Pavilion me a deeper love for Chinese culture and history.It was fascinating about the different dynasties.It was also heartwarming to see the local people have worked hard to protect this cultural landmark.
In a word，my to the Tengwang Pavilion was one of the highlights of my trip to China.I would highly recommend（推荐） it to who is interested in learning more about Chinese history，culture and architecture.
Some American students will come to Li Fang's school next Sunday.She is going to introduce Chinese culture to them.She wants to talk about the following things.
| Traditional Chinese Medicine（also known as TCM） includes a lot of traditional medical methods beginning in China.TCM methods include treatments with herbal medicine（草药）.Traditional Chinese Medicine is very scientific through careful study of nature and the human body. |
| The Chinese zodiac，known as Shengxiao，follows a twelve﹣year cycle.Each year is named for an animal.The animals are rat，tiger，rabbit，snake，horse，monkey，rooster，the year 2024 is the Year of Dragon. |
| In China，a whole fish means richness.At a banquet （宴会），it is a tradition to serve the whole fish at last，which is pointed towards the most important guest.Fish also has a special meaning because the Chinese word for fish，yu，sounds like the word for richness. |
Where there is a will，there is a way.Xiaoxiao，a 30﹣year﹣old Chinese woman
Xiaoxia o was born into a poor family in Hebei Province.After finishing primary school，she had to drop out of school to help feed her family.Her first job was working at a restaurant in Shanxi Province.In the following years，Xiaoxiao did many different jobs in several places like Beijing and Tianjin.She lived a hard life.
In 2011，her friend advised her to take part in zikao and get more education.Xiaoxiao decided to give it a try.She worked during the day and prepared for the test at night.Her hard work finally paid off.She went to university in Beijing.In 2015，she got her bachelor's degree（学士学位）.
The following year，Xiaoxiao moved to Shenzhen.She is interested in design.Then she planned to go to a university in Hong Kong to study design.However，she needed to pass the IELTS testIt was the biggest difficulty she met.But she didn't give up and passed the test after months of hard work.In 2021，Xiaoxiao got her master's degree（硕士学位） in Hong Kong.She is now on her way to getting a PhD（博士学位） there.
Although Xiaoxiao's starting point isn't high，she has achieved a lot and is now at a high point in her life."Now my life is good.But I won't slow down or stop.I will keep going forward，"said Xiaoxiao.
Xiaoxiao's story has encouraged many people.One teenager said，"How excellent she is!I'll learn from her and work harder than before."
①Xiaoxiao moved to Shenzhen.
②Xiaoxiao worked in Shanxi Province.
③Xiaoxiao went to university in Beijing.
④Xiaoxiao went to study in Hong Kong.
Do you like drinking tea？In some cultures，tea drinking is a social event with some customs.China and the UK are two countries with well﹣developed tea cultures.
In China，there are traditional customs for tea drinking，from how to fill the teacup to ways of thanking the server.For example（食指） and middle finger.
▲ Offering tea to the elders，for example，is a way of showing respect.A newly﹣married couple may serve tea during their wedding ceremony to express thanks to their parents.In other situations
In the UK，afternoon tea is the most famous tea tradition.It started in the 1840s.It usually happens at around.4 p.m.，but it can be a little earlier or later.It is a time for conversation and relaxation，afternoon tea is taken with cakes and sandwiches.
In the UK，high tea is a variation（变化） on afternoon tea.In the past，including meat，home﹣made bread，vegetables...
Tea customs play an important role in both China and the UK.In China，tea customs are a way to express feelings.In the UK，they let people relax and rest during a busy day.
①They were introduced by different classes.
②They're served with different food.
③They happen at different times.
④They happen in different countries.
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While we usually consider New Year's Day as the beginning of a new year，the Chinese think differently.According to the Chinese calendar，what marks the start of a new year is Chinese New Year.
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Chinese New Year is a traditional and very important Chinese holiday.It was originally a festival to honor ancestors as well as sacred beings（神灵）.It is also known as the Spring Festival.
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Chinese New Year is celebrated through a number of traditions.
Red envelopes：Red is an important color in Chinese culture as it symbolizes good luck，wealth and joy.Money is given in red envelopes.The amount（金额） people receive is usually an even number.The amount cannot have four， it means death.
Firecrackers：Firecrackers are popular during Chinese New Year.They are thought to scare off evil spirits.Some countries have stopped the use of firecrackers as they can be dangerous.
Lion and dragon dances：These dances are performed by highly﹣skilled acrobats（杂技演员），under huge dragon and lion costumes.Drums are played along with the dance，to frighten away bad spirits.The dragon dance is a highlight（亮点）of the festivals around the world，and large crowds get together to watch it.
Food and families：It's common for Chinese families to have a reunion dinner the night before Chinese New Year festivities begin.Chicken and prawns represent happiness，while noodles represent long life.
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Each year is named after a different animal.The story goes that the Jade Emperor requested the animals have a race so that he could decide the order of the Chinese years.He would name each year depending on the order the animals finished the race.Rat won the race，with the pig coming in last.
a.Folk Stories.
b.How Is It Celebrated？
c.Different Animals.
d.Why Is It Important？
e.What Is Chinese New Year？
Communication between people of different cultures is more important than ever.Most people now understand how important it is to know something about different cultures and languages.Here is some advice to improve communication between people of different cultures.
Speak slowly and clearly.
It is very important to express your ideas and purpose clearly.
Take turns to speak.
In an everyday conversation，this can seem strange.But in cross﹣cultural situation，this style makes the conversation much easier.
Give encouragement.
It can be very difficult to speak English very well.If the people you are speaking with are having finding the right words，you can support them.
Use everyday language.
It is usually the best not to use the language that only native people know.It will often not be understood by people from other countries.
In many countries，people from other cultures may not be comfortable with some native jokes.Even worse.jokes might be misunderstood or seen as impolite.
A.After each of your questions，wait for the other side to speak. B.Tell them not to be shy in communication. C.Make sure there are no mistakes by speaking clearly and not too fast. D.What for a long time. E.Be careful about jokes. F.It s useful to communicate between teachers and students. G.It is better to speak by using well﹣known words and expressions. |
（Sally and Lin Tao are talking in the hallway.A＝Sally，B＝Lin Tao）
A：Hi，Lin Tao!I heard your speech was successful yesterday.Congratulations!
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A：It's a pity that I missed it.What was it about？
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A：Traditional Chinese Medicine？How do you know so much about it？
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A：I'm interested in Traditional Chinese Medicine，too.When will you go to the club next time？
B：This Sunday morning.
A：Sure.I'd love to.
B：
A：OK.See you!
A.Of course. B.Thank you. C.It was about Traditional Chinese Medicine. D.Where was it from？ E.Would you like to go with me？ F.By joining a club. G.Let's meet at 8：00 a.m.at the school gate. |
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Zhao Yu won the 2023 New Time's Good Teenager award.Now，I'll introduce him to you.
