Preparations are underway around the world for Chinese New Year (Feb 19) and celebrations in China will be mirrored across the planet wherever the Chinese Diaspora (華僑) calls home. Here are some Chinatowns for those outside of China wishing to mark the day.
London
Although it may not be as large or as long-built as others, having only become a center for the Chinese community during the 1950s, London's Chinatown is a perfectly formed little firework that knows how to see in the year with a bang. Decorated with red lanterns (燈籠), previous years have seen shows with acrobatics (雜技), martial arts (武術), dance and opera nearby.
San Francisco
San Francisco's Chinatown is perhaps the most famous in the United States. The city was the main entry-point for Chinese who had crossed the Pacific to the USA during the early 19th century. Between the Grant Avenue and the Stockton Street, this historic area is a local treasure, attracting more visitors per year than the Golden Gate Bridge.
Bangkok
With a more than 100-year-old history, the Thai capital's Chinatown contains complex streets offering all kinds of tasty treats, clothes, toys and antiques. Sunday market days are such a good time to get the full atmosphere of the neighborhood. The area is also known for its gold dealers, whose shops line the road.
Mauritius
Found in Port Louis, this Mauritian Chinatown shows the island nation's rich multicultural diversity. Established in the early years of the 20th century by settlers from China, its tiny shops and restaurants serve locals and visitors. During the Chinese Spring Festival, the most exciting sight is the Dragon Dances on Rue Royale when Chinese musicians and dancers perform the traditional Lion dances through the streets.
1.According to the text, which of the following has the longest history?
A. London's Chinatown.
B. Bangkok's Chinatown.
C. Mauritius's Chinatown.
D. San Francisco's Chinatown.
2.What's special about Bangkok's Chinatown?
A. It is crowded with Chinese restaurants.
B. It is well-known for its gold business.
C. It was the major entrance for the Chinese.
D. It is where you can enjoy fireworks.
3. If you want to enjoy the Dragon Dances, you can go to ____.
A. Rue Royale in Port Louis, Mauritius
B. the Sunday market in Bangkok
C. the Grant Avenue in San Francisco
D. the Chinese community in London
1.D
2.B
3.A
【解析】
試題分析:本文描述了不同國家的中國城對于中國傳統(tǒng)節(jié)日春節(jié)的各種傳統(tǒng)的慶祝方式和慶祝特色,向我們介紹了不同國家的不同的中國城文化。
1. city was the main entry-point for Chinese who had crossed the Pacific to the USA during the early 19th century.”中可以得知,San Francisco的中國城是在19世紀前期建立的,比其他城市都要早,故選D。
2. The area is also known for its gold dealers, whose shops line the road.”可以得知,Bangkok因為黃金交易而聞名,路邊有非常多的黃金交易的商店。故選B。
3. During the Chinese Spring Festival, the most exciting sight is the Dragon Dances on Rue Royale when Chinese musicians and dancers perform the traditional Lion dances through the streets.”中可以得知,在春節(jié)期間,Mauritius中國城最令人激動的場景是在Rue Royale的舞龍和舞獅,故選A。
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