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Some festivals around the world
When talking about celebration, festivals have much to offer. Here are some festivals in some countries.
Dia de los Muertos (Mexico)
Beginning at the midnight of October 31 and lasting through November 2, it is a festival when families gather together to remember those loved ones who have died. To honor the deceased, Mexican families prepare private altars in their tomes. On top of them they'll put photos of the dead and their favorite food. They also visit the graves of their beloved ones and place offerings there to pay their respects to the dead.
Holi (India)
Holi, popularly known as "the festival of colors", is an ancient Hindu festival which signifies the end of winter and the victory of good over evil. Celebrated mostly in India usually in March, the festival lasts for a night and a day.
During the festival, people wet each other with water balloons and water guns, then they throw color powder on one another. There are also marching bands, dancing, food and drink, and much laughter. A great number of people are infected by its playful and childlike atmosphere.
La Tomatina (Spain)
As a big food fight, it is possibly the most chaotic festival.
According to records the festival dates back to a parade in which some naughty teenagers knocked one performer off his stilts and caused a fight of throwing vegetables accidentally. It was once banned until 1957 when the locals held a protest with a mock funeral. They carried a coffin containing a huge tomato as bands played a funeral march. Finally, in the decades since, La Tomatina has become a popular event which attracts lots of tourists to have fun.
If you happen to join in the event, be aware that you squash the tomato before throwing it. Have a great time but avoid causing any injury.
1. Which festival in China is similar to Dia de los Muertos in purpose?
A. Lantern Festival. B. Mid-Autumn Festival.
C. Dragon Boat Festival. D. Qingming Festival.
2. Which of the following best describes Holi and La Tomatina?
A. Enjoyable but risky. B. Messy but playful.
C. Religious and legendary. D. Worldwide and meaningful.
3. What do we know about La Tomatina?
A. It's a crazy tomato fight. B. It usually causes injury.
C. It originated from a funeral. D. It was canceled by the locals in 1957.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了世界上的三个节日的情况。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Beginning at the midnight of October 31 and lasting through November 2, it is a festival when families gather together to remember those loved ones who have died.(从10月31日午夜开始，一直持续到11月2日，这是一个家庭聚集在一起纪念那些死去的亲人的节日)”可知，清明节与亡灵节相似。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“During the festival, people wet each other with water balloons and water guns, then they throw color powder on one another. There are also marching bands, dancing, food and drink, and much laughter. A great number of people are infected by its playful and childlike atmosphere.(在节日期间，人们用水球和水枪把对方淋湿，然后互相扔彩粉。还有军乐队、舞蹈、食物和饮料，还有很多笑声。许多人都被它顽皮的、孩子气的气氛所感染)”以及第五段“As a big food fight, it is possibly the most chaotic festival.(作为一场大的食物大战，它可能是最混乱的节日)”可知，Holi和La Tomatina混乱但好玩。故选B。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据La Tomatina 部分中“As a big food fight, it is possibly the most chaotic festival.(作为一场大的食物大战，它可能是最混乱的节日)”以及“If you happen to join in the event, be aware that you squash the tomato before throwing it. Have a great time but avoid causing any injury.(如果你碰巧参加了这个活动，要注意在扔西红柿之前要把它压扁。玩得开心，但不要造成任何伤害)”可知，La Tomatina是一场疯狂的番茄大战。故选A。
