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rjbx3-u1-Listening and Speaking 3.mp3音频：00:00/03:03

rjbx3-u1-Listening and Speaking 4.mp3音频：00:00/03:04

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Conversation1

Interviewer: Miss, congratulations on becoming an adult! You look amazing in your kimono. The bright colours areterrific!

Girl：Really? That's kind ofyou to say so. Thank you.

Interviewer:You’rewelcome, Did it take you much time to get ready today?

Girl: Yes, actually. I spenthours doing my hair and make-up, and getting dressed. But it was worth it,because I wanted to look my best at the Coming-of-age ceremony.

Interviewer:Oh, youlook great! Now that the ceremony is over, are you going to celebrate the day withyour family or friends?

Girl: Yes. I’m going to meet myfamily soon, and were having a party tonight.

Interviewer:So whatdoes "being an adult" mean to you?

Girl: Well, I think it meansbeing self-supporting and responsible for your actions an decisions, and. /Fadeout/

Conversation2

Li Mei: I’m ready for Carnival,Carla. Shall we go and join the parade now?

Carla: You must be joking, LiMei! That dress is too thick. Do you realise that it's 35℃ out there? Also ,we’regoing to march along the streets for hours and dance until midnight. You needto change.

Li Mei: OK. What should I wear?

Carla: Wear something light andcool. I also think you need o wear more comfortable shoes. It'll be too tiringto walk or dance for a long time in those shoes.

Li Mei: Hmm.,. You're right Canyou wait for me? I'll change right away.

Carla: Sure.

(Aftera few seconds.)

Li Mei: Carla, how do I looknow?

Carla: Fantastic! Now let’s goand enjoy this festival! It's going to be so exciting!

Conversation 3

Guide: Now, everyone, when weturn this next corner, you’ll all have a real treat for the eyes.

Man 1: Wow! These lanterns areamazing!

Woman: Excuse me, Miss Lin. Canyou tell me what's written on the pieces of paper? Are they wishes?

Guide: Not exactly. They’reriddles for people to guess. If you guess correctly, you can get a nice gift.

Woman: Oh what a nice idea!

Man 2: What else can Chinesepeople do during this festival?

Guide: Oh, they can do manythings. They can watch the dragon and lion dances, and also eat yuanxiao with their family. yuanxiao is a kind of sweet dumpling.The Chinese word "yuan” mcans" family unity and happiness.

 

**Pronunciation***

rjbx3-u1-Pronunciation 1.mp3音频：00:00/01:09

rjbx3-u1-Pronunciation 2.mp3音频：00:00/02:29

 

**Reading and thinking***

rjbx3-u1-Reading and Thinking.mp3音频：00:00/03:55

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rjbx3-u1-Reading and Thinking.mp3音频：00:00/03:55

WHY DO WE CELEBRATE FESTIVALS

我们为什么庆祝节日？

 

Festivals are celebrated all around the world. They have a wide range of origins, such as the seasons of the year, religions, famous figures, and important events. Every festival has its different customs and unique charms. However, no matter how different they may seem, all over the world, the spirit of sharing joy, gratitude, love, or peace is common in all festivals.

 

世界各地都庆祝各种节日。节日的由来五花八门，比如时节、宗教、著名人物及重要事件。每个节日都有其不同的习俗和独特的魅力。然而，无论它们多么迥异，在世界各地，分享快乐、感恩、友爱或和平的精神存在于所有节日之中。

 

Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. This important agricultural festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered in. People celebrate to show that they are grateful for the year’s supply of food. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during the springtime—the Egyptian harvest season. It featured a parade and a great feast with music, dancing, and sports. Today, in some European countries, people decorate churches and town halls with flowers and fruit, and get together to celebrate over a meal. During the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, families gather to admire the shining moon and enjoy delicious mooncakes.

 

在所有的传统节日中，丰收节几乎可见于每一种文化之中。这一重大的农业节日在所有农作物收成后来临。人们举行庆祝活动，对这一年收获的食物表达感恩。在古埃及，人们于春季庆祝丰收节——即埃及的丰收季。庆祝活动主要是游行和丰盛的筵席，载歌载舞，并伴有体育活动。如今，在一些欧洲国家，人们用鲜花和水果来装饰教堂和市政厅，聚在一起共享大餐，以示庆祝。在中国的中秋节，家家户户欢聚一堂，观赏明月，品尝美味的月饼。

 

Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time.With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade away and others may be established. One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of lighting firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. Nowadays, many big cities have given up this custom in order to avoid air pollution. Another example is Halloween, which slowly became an exciting festival for children, in spite of its religious origins.

 

风俗在节日中扮演重要角色，但有时也随时间而变化。随着现代社会的发展和新思想的传播，有些传统会渐渐消失，而另一些传统则得以建立。中国春节燃放鞭炮以驱鬼神、贺新年这一典型风俗就是一个例子。如今，为了避免空气污染，许多大城市已经摒弃了这一风俗。另一个例子是万圣节，虽然起源于宗教，万圣节渐渐成了孩子们纵情玩乐的一个节日。

 

Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with business taking advantage of the celebrations Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones. Although some believe festivals should not be commercialised, others believe the increase in spending is good for the economy and public happiness.

 

节日正变得越来越商业化，商家会利用这些庆祝活动(进行促销)。购物网站和社交媒体应用程序极大地方便了人们为至亲至爱花更多钱购买礼物。尽管有人认为节日不应该被商业化，但是也有人认为消费增长有利于(提高)经济和公众幸福感。

 

Festivals are an important part of society. They reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are occasions that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. They help us understand where we came from, who we are, and what to appreciate. And if you study festivals carefully, you may be surprised to find that different cultures actually have a lot in common after all.

 

节日是社会的一个重要组成部分。节日反映了人类的愿望、信仰、信念以及对生活的态度。节日是让我们放松心情、享受生活、暂时忘却工作的时刻。节日让我们了解我们来自何方、我们是谁、我们应该感恩什么。此外，如果你仔细研究各种节日，你会惊奇地发现不同的文化实际上有很多共同之处。

 

**Listening and talking***

rjbx3-u1-Listening and Talking 1.mp3音频：00:00/01:49

rjbx3-u1-Listening and Talking 2.mp3音频：00:00/01:43

 

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Song Lin: Hi, Max. How was your holiday?

Max: Hi, Song Lin. It was fantastic, thanks.

Song Lin: So you went back to Canada to celebrate Christmas with your family, right?

Max: Yes. I hadn't seen my family for a whole year. So it was great to sce them again.

Song Lin: Good for you! So what did you do when you arrived home?

Max: Well, first I helped decorate the Christmas tree and put presents under it. Then I helped my mum prepare for the family dinner on Christmas Eve.

Song Lin: How wonderful! Your mum must have been very happy. I guess it was a really big meal.

Max: Oh. for sure! We cooked so much delicious food, like roast turkey, mashed potatoes, and Christmas pudding. She even taught me how to make apple pie, which is my favourite.

song Lin: That's amazing. I didn't know you could cook

Max: Haha! I didn’t know either. Anyway, it was great to be with my family. During dinner, we shared stories and told jokes. We also played games with the kids after wards. It wasgreat fun! The best part, though, was opening our presents on Christmas morning.

Song Lin: Oh, that sounds terrific, Max. I’m really happy that you were able to enjoy Christmas with your family. Festivals are great, aren't they? Just relax with your family and remember what's truly important in life.

 

**Reading for writing***

rjbx3-u1-Reading for Writing.mp3音频：00:00/02:44

 

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MY AMAZING NAADAM EXPERIENCE

我的那达慕大会奇妙经历

I experienced the Naadam Festival in China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region for the first time this year. The festival falls on the fourth day of the six month of the lunar calendar, usually lasting for three days. Naadam means “games” in Mongolian, and it is represented by three events: horse racing, wresting, and archery, which are all so exciting to watch!

 

今年，我第一次体验了中国内蒙古自治区的那达慕大会。该节日于每年农历六月初四开始的，通常为期3天。“那达慕”在蒙古语中的意思是“游戏”，主要表现为三大赛事：赛马、摔跤和射箭，每项运动都动人心魄！

 

On the first day, I set off to the games early with my friend Burin. I saw a lot of people wearing fancy Mongolian robes. Some others were chatting or taking photographs. Burin told me that Mongolians travel every year from near and far to attend the festival, just as their ancestors had done for centuries.

 

(那达慕大会的)第一天，我和好友布林早早出发来到了会场。我看到很多人穿着华丽的蒙古袍。有的在喂马，有的在练习射箭，其他人则在聊天或拍照。布林告诉我说，与他们数百年前的祖先一样，蒙古人每年都会从四面八方赶来参加这一节日。

 

After the opening ceremony and some amazing performances, the wrestling competition began. Mongolian wrestling is different from the wrestling in the Olympic Games. There are no rounds, and wrestlers are not separated by weight. The wrestlers loses if any part of his body above his knee touches the ground. After singing some songs, the competitors danced onto the green field, waving their arms in the air as if they were eagles. I was quite moved by their show of strength and grace.

 

在开幕式和几项精彩的表演之后，摔跤比赛开始了。蒙古式摔跤与奥运会的摔跤比赛有所不同：比赛不分回合，摔跤手不分体重。如果摔跤手膝盖以上任何部位着地即被判输。几首歌唱毕，选手们开始在草地上翩翩起舞，他们]挥动着双臂，宛如雄鹰。这刚与柔的展示深深地打动了我。

 

I absolutely enjoyed the archery, too, but the horse races were my favourite part. However, I was surprised to see that the riders were boys and girls! I heard it is because children are lighter and the horses can run faster and farther. At first, I was a little worried about the children’s safety, but Burin said, “Don’t worry. They’ve been riding horses all their lives. They’ll be just fine.” That was the moment I started to understand why people say “Horses are at the heart of Mongolian culture”. ...

 

射箭同样令我叹为观止，但赛马才是我最喜爱的部分。然而，看到赛马选手们都是男孩和女孩，我十分惊讶！听说这是因为儿童体重更轻，马儿才能跑得更快、更远。刚开始的时候，我有点担心这些孩子的安全，但布林却说：“别担心，他们是在马背上长大的，不会有事的。”我顿时明白了为什么人们说“马是蒙古文化的核心”了。……

 

I’m finally back home now, feeling really tired, but celebrating Naadam with my friend was totally worth it. He invited me back for the winter to stay in a traditional Mongolian tent and eat hot pot. I can’t wait!

 

我现在已经回到家了，感到十分疲倦，但能和我的朋友一起庆祝那达慕，再累也是值得的。他邀请我冬天时再去住传统的蒙古包，吃火锅。我已经迫不及待了！

 

**Video Time***

 

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The Lantern Festival

The fire dragon dance takes place in Puzhai Town in Guangdong Province every year. People believe the dragon can drive away evil and bring favourable weather for farming. This tradition is more than 300 years old.

The Lantern Festival falls on the fifteenth day of the first month of the lunar year and it is the first significant festival after Chinese New Year. It also marks the final day of the Chinese New Year celebrations.

The main activity during the Lantern Festival is looking at lanterns. On the day of the festival, no matter where you go—the streets, markets, shops, parks, and homes— you can see beautiful lanterns. Children like to play outside with their lanterns. In the evening, most cities will organise lantern shows which add to the festive atmosphere. The shows have lanterns of different shapes, including animals, flowers, people, buildings, and more.

Riddles are usually written on the lanterns. People crowd around to try to guess the riddles. This is one of the most popular activities since the beginning of the festival.

Yuanxiao is the special food of the Lantern Festival. Different fillings are stuffed into balls of sticky rice flour. They are then boiled and enjoyed by all families on the night of the festival. The round shape of yuanxiao symbolises reunion, harmony, and happiness.

Interestingly, the Lantern Festival was known as Chinese Valentines Day’s in the past. In the old days, young girls were usually not allowed to leave their houses, except during the Lantern Festival when they could join the crowds. Therefore, the festival became a rare opportunity that only happened once a year for single people to find love while looking at lanterns. And it was also a good day for lovers to meet.

Many ancient Chinese poets have written poems about the Lantern Festival which describe happy moments and also the stories of young lovers. However, in most parts of China today, the festival has lost these original meanings.

With a history of over 2,000 years as a traditional Chinese festival, the Lantern Festival is celebrated both in China and abroad. Chinese people living in any part of the world can experience and share this exciting festival.