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1、If you are going to Europe, you might consider taking some time to visit Provence. Whether you are interested in beautiful places, ancient history, good food, or music and theater, Provence has something to offer to you.

Provence once was a Roman province and is in the southeast of France now. You will be attracted by its green hills, olive trees, and old towns with pretty houses. Visitors can find forests, colorful flowers, horses, and people with smiles there. Provence is also “the city of dream in Europe.” Some people say it is Provence that makes France so romantic. The place should play an important part in the romantic stories.

The Flowers: Provence is the hometown of lavenders and sunflowers. Lavender means “waiting for love”. It also means beautiful. The mountains of Lubero is the most beautiful area across France. And there are also many kinds of lavenders. Compared with the fantastic flowers Lavender, sunflower is a lot warmer. Under the sunlight, thousands of yellow sunflowers are smiling at the sun.

The Food: The people there are well-known for keeping their traditional lifestyles. And in the restaurant, you will have the experience of eating the food that has the too much use of olive oil. The food is fresh and healthy. All the things make Provence become the heaven to those who like delicious food.

The other activities: Provence is the Kingdom of city. They hold many parties, dance, and festivals. You can even see a bullfight in the towns of Arles and Nimes, or enjoy great shows with the famous stars.

May to July are the best tourist months. Not only the red sky, the sweet smell of olive, but also the wonderful lavenders, make Provence send out the breath of romantic.

【小题1】The Provence lies ___________.

A．in the southeast of France B．in the northeast of France C．in the southwest of France

D．in the northwest of France

【小题2】We can do following things EXCEPT____________ in Provence

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A．watching a bullfight

B．enjoying great shows with the famous stars. C．seeing beautiful sights

D．eating the food that has the too much use of fish oil

【小题3】According to the passage, which following statement is RIGHT? A．Provence has green hills, olive trees, and new towns with pretty houses. B．Lavender is warmer than sunflower.

C．If a person likes food, Provence is a wonderful place for him. D．June is not a good time to visit Provence. 【小题4】Where is the passage probably from? A．A history book.

B．An English-learning newspaper. C．A book on France cultures. D．A travelling magazine.

答案【小题1】A 【小题2】D 【小题3】C 【小题4】D

2、Do you know what Oscar is? When did it start? Maybe you can find the background of the awards in the following passage.

The awards started in 1929. Their full title is “The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Awards”. The Academy is a group of people who have worked in the film industry for many years. They decide who will receive the awards. The awards are often referred to as the “Oscar”. This is a nickname given to the awards by a lady called Margaret Herrick. She was once the director of the Academy and she once said that the little gold statue reminded her of her uncle Oscar!

The Oscar is always an exciting event. Each year, at least one unusual thing happens. When the Italian actor and director Roberto Benigni won an Oscar for best foreign film, he danced on stage! When Gwyneth Paltrow, the star of Shakespeare in

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Love won the Oscar for best actress, she could not make her acceptance speech because she was crying so much with happiness!

In 1987, Roberto Benigni won the award for best director for a film about the last emperor of China. Since then, Chinese film and actors have started to make an impact at the award. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was a huge success and it won the award for best foreign language film in 2001. It also won several technical awards for its amazing “flying” people. We expect to see more awards for Chinese film in the near future.

It’s time for the Oscar again. Once more, the stars will dress up in their finest and go to Kodar Theater. There, they will find out who had won the awards for best actor, best actress and best director. Millions of people watch the awards every year to find out who the winners are. Some people watch it to see the stars crying and laughing as they receive their awards. 【小题1】Who give the awards? A．In 1927. B．Oscar.

C．The Academy of Nicknames.

D．A group of people who have worked in the film industry for many years. 【小题2】What did Gwyneth Paltrow win an Oscar for? A．Best Director. B．Best Foreign Film.

C．Best Actress.

D．Best Actor.

【小题3】Which Chinese film won an award for best foreign film? A．Crouching Dragon, Hidden Tiger. B．Crouching and Hidden Dragon and Tiger. C．Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. D．Crouching, Dragon, Hiding Tiger. 【小题4】 Where are the Oscars held? A．At the Academy.

B．in a Los Angeles restaurant.

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