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作家余华首登《巴黎评论》 Recently, The Paris Review's "Interview" section unveiled（公开） an exclusive dialogue __________(feature) the acclaimed（广受欢迎的） writer Yu Hua, marking the inaugural（首次的） appearance of a Chinese writer in this ____________(distinguish) segment of the publication. The Paris Review, initially __________(found) in Paris in 1953 by George Plimpton, Peter Matthiessen, and others, is a quarterly English-language literary magazine. Later, its editorial office relocated to New York City, USA, and ________________(maintain) uninterrupted publication since. Yu Hua's interview was featured in the 261st issue titled The Art of Fiction. It was conducted and written by the well-known translator Michael Berry, ___________(cover) aspects of Yu's early writing experiences, literary inheritance, artistic perspectives, and delving（探索） into some specific works. Michael Berry's association with Yu Hua spans over two decades. Around 25 years ago, while still a senior college student, Michael contacted Yu seeking permission to translate To Live into English. Their initial communication was via fax, and Michael still vividly remembers the ____________(excite) upon receiving approval for the translation. "Our first face-to-face meeting was in New York, around 1998. It was Yu Hua’s first trip to the city, and he responded to the neon lights in Times Square, attending his first Broadway show, _________ visiting a jazz club in the West Village with almost childlike excitement. He exuded（流露） a playfulness, a sharp wit, and an irreverent attitude that I found startling. Could this exuberant （兴高采烈的）tourist really be the same person ________ wrote the harrowing（悲惨的） To Live? Apparently so." Michael disclosed that this interview took place earlier this year via Zoom, stating, "I saw glimpses ______ the same quick humor, biting sarcasm, and disarming honesty I remembered from our time together twenty-five years before, ______ with new layers of wisdom and reflection." At the end of the interview, Yu responded that in recent years, he often traveled abroad, despite many friends advising him to concentrate on writing while young and energetic. However, he enjoys __________(leisure) pursuits. He mentioned, "When I'm old and my health deteriorates（恶化）, how could I travel everywhere? Literature is not the only thing in my life." 纪录片《意大利制造背后的中国力量》获国际大奖 This documentary confronts the commonly held perception of the Italian fashion industry, ___________(reveal) a different, more nuanced（细致入微的） reality beneath the surface. I think that was very important to us to see this humanization of the story and to take it out of being a stereotype. __________(addition), the exploration of the Chinese aspect was particularly interesting due to its unique origins in a relatively small village. We really liked this documentary, ________it was very professionally made. I think it hangs together, and tells a whole story like in a nice tight fashion. When we received the submission of Made in Italy by the Chinese, I first saw it and it was very ____________(impress). The documentary is well produced and provides valuable insights. We like the theme of the documentary, as it showcases how a small economy adapts _______ and synergizes（协同） two vastly different cultures. 二、话题阅读理解 A Here are 4 books you should read at least once in your life. Number the Stars by Lois It tells the story of a Danish girl growing up in World War II with her best friend, Ellen, who happens to be Jewish. When she learns about the horrors that the Nazis are imposing on the Jewish people, she and her family stop at nothing to protect Ellen and countless other Jews. Lois’ novel is a powerful reminder that cultural and religious differences are no divide between true friends. The Little Prince by Antoine It is the story of a little boy who falls to Earth from an Asteroid (小行星) after visiting several other asteroids to try to understand mankind. In his travels he meets a series of strange and delightful characters and an untamed fox. The Little Prince is a heartwarming tale of the power of friendship and trust. Charlotte’s Web by E. B．White Who doesn’t love a novel about talking animals? It opens the door to imagination, asking us to imagine what a world where animals could talk would be like. On a more serious note, it challenges us to ask ourselves how we’d treat animals if they could talk. If they could tell us their joys and their fears, would mankind treat them more humanely? To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee The story centers on Jean Louise Finch, an unusually intelligent girl who ages from six to nine years old during the novel. Her father, Atticus Finch, a well-known and respected lawyer, defends Tom Robinson, an African American who is falsely accused of killing a young white woman. It is both a young girl’s coming-of-age story and a darker drama about the roots and consequences of racism and prejudice in society. 1．What do the two books Number the Starsand The Little Prince both involve? A．History. B．Travel. C．Friendship. D．Family. 2．What kind of book isCharlotte’s Web? A．A fairy story book. B．An animal science book. C．A biology textbook. D．An animal book for kids. 3．What subject may the book To Kill a Mockingbird explore? A．Family conflicts. B．Career design. C．Legal systems. D．Social issues. B The books written and published in the 1920s remain on the “best ever” lists. Here are 4 books that everyone should read. The Great Gatsby The themes in the novel reflect the sudden change in the character of America itself, and in some ways it’s among the first major modern novels produced in this country. The novel also makes a new and powerful concept clear at the time: The American Dream, the idea that self-made men and women could make themselves into anything in this country. A Farewell to Arms The story is one of a love affair interrupted and dogged by events beyond the lovers’ control, and a central theme is the pointless struggle of life — that we spend so much energy and time on things that finally don’t matter. Hemingway masterfully combines a realistic description of war with some abstract literary techniques, which is one reason why this book endures as a classic. Ulysses When people make lists of the most difficult novels,Ulysses is almost certainly on them. The one thing almost everyone knows about Ulysses is that it employs “stream of consciousness”, a literary technique that seeks to show the inner monologue of a person. James Joyce wasn’t the first writer to use this technique, but he was the first writer to attempt it on the scale as he did. Mrs. Dalloway It takes place on a single day in the life of the main character, and it employs a dense and tricky stream-of-consciousness technique, roaming (漫游) around to other characters and point of view. Mrs. Dalloway is concerned with using these techniques to make the characters clear and definite. The use of stream of consciousness is deliberately disorienting in the way it skips through time. 4．Which book shows us the truth of daily life conflicts? A．Ulysses. B．Mrs. Dalloway. C．The Great Gatsby. D．A Farewell to Arms. 5．What do Ulysses and Mrs. Dallowayhave in common? A．They share the same literary technique. B．They show a new and powerful concept. C．They describe the daily life of the character. D．They are on the list of the most difficult novels. 6．Where can the text be found? A．In a biography. B．In a history book. C．In a travel brochure. D．In a literature magazine. 三、话题语篇填空 A 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 China’s online literature industry is making an increasing impact overseas with some even 7 (say) that it can compare with U. S. and Korean films and TV shows. By the end of 2022, more than 16,000 Chinese online works of literature 8 (export) abroad, including over 6,400 physical book authorizations and over9,600 9 (translate) online works. Overseas readers of Chinese web novels exceeded(超过) 150 million in 2022, mainly Generation Z born between 1996 and 2010. Among 15 major 10 (category), urban, western and eastern fantasy, gaming, and science fiction emerged as the five most popular types among overseas readers. In June, Wang Xiang, 11 member of the online literature committee at the China Writers Association, told domestic media Chinese web novels are often similar to Hollywood movies in terms of their storytelling methods and focus 12 superhuman abilities. “Chinese online literature has become a 13 (globe) cultural center compared with Hollywood movies in terms of 14 (it) reach and influence among the worldwide audience,” said Wang. Last year, 16 Chinese online works of literature were included in the British Library’s Chinese collection for the first time, all of which were first published on digital reading platform Qidian 15 readers can read kinds of Chinese online literature. According to data released by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences in April, the revenue(收入) of the domestic online literature market reached 38.93 billion yuan in 2022, a year-on-year 16 (grow) of 8.8%. B 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。 The first English version of the famous martial arts novel, “The Legend of the Condor Heroes” (《射雕英雄传》) 17 (schedule) to come out in the UK next year. As almost every Chinese person knows, the novel was written by Louis Cha, 18 is better known by his pen name, Jin Yong. London-based MacLehose Press has confirmed that the novel will come out in 12 volumes (册) with the first set to come out 19 Feb. 22. In the publisher’s 20 (introduce) of the “The Legend of the Condor Heroes” the series was referred to as a Chinese version of “Game of thrones”. The first volume has been translated by Anna Holmwood, an English publishing agent 21 (work) together with many famous Chinese writers, such as Yu Hua, and Yan Ge. Holmwood have been translating “The Legend of the Condor Heroes” since 2012, 22 from the second volume onwards she invited Gigi Chang to help her 23 the translation. Louis Cha is China’s most influential martial arts author with a total of 15 novels. Since the 1950s, about 100 million 24 (copy) of his works have been sold around the world. However, only three of them 25 (translate) for the English-speaking world so far. They are “Fox Volant of the Snowy Mountain”, “The Deer and the Cauldron” and “The Book and the Sword”. Louis Cha is recognized as one of the most 26 (success) authors in China. 四、话题写作 假定你是李华，你的英国朋友Peter对中国文学作品感兴趣，来信请你介绍一位中国古代文学作家及其作品，请你给他写一封e-mail，内容如下： 1.介绍一位中国古代文学作家及其作品； 2.说明你喜欢的理由。 注意：1、词数80左右； 2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear peter, ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 假定你是李津，最近参加了一次读书会活动。现在请给你的美国朋友Chris写一封信，介绍在此次活动中你和大家分享的一位中国作家。内容包括： （1）简单介绍该作家； （2）你所读的作品及你喜欢该作家（或者其作品）的理由。 注意： 1.词数100左右； 2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 3.开头和结尾已给出，但不计入总词数。 参考词汇：读书会：reading club Dear Chris, Knowing that you are in Chinese literature, I’d like to share something with you. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, Li Jin |
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