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Choreographing cultural classics
編排文化經(jīng)典（作品）
It was a full house at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at the Los Angeles' Music Center on Saturday night, as an enthusiastic audience (1) ______ (applaud) a one-off performance of Dance of Oriental.
The show (2) ______ (feature) an ensemble of dancers from the China Oriental Performing Arts Group, a respected national institution which is known for performing on some of the world's most famous stages.
Presented by Oever, a California-based cultural and media company (3) ______ (dedicate) to preserving and reinterpreting Chinese heritage, the program combined classical and folk dances, (4) ______ (infuse) with a centuries-old storytelling tradition through movement. The performances celebrated the richness of Chinese culture while (5) ______ (foster) cross-cultural understanding and friendship between the United States and China.
In recent years, cultural exchanges between different countries have become more and more frequent.
Such performances can (6) ______ (help) people from different backgrounds to understand each other better.
Moreover, they play an important role in introducing unique cultures to the world.
However, good organization and promotion are also necessary to make these performances more popular.
Only by doing so can we let more people enjoy the charm of different cultures.
It's hoped that more cultural exchange activities will be held in the future to build stronger cultural bridges between countries.
This will contribute to a more harmonious world and promote the (7) ______ (development) of global culture.
Artists should also keep improving their skills and creativity to present better performances.
By using various art forms and techniques, they can make the shows more attractive and (8) ______ (impressive).
In addition, cooperation among different art groups can bring more fresh ideas and vitality to the performances.
All in all, cultural exchanges are of great significance for our world and we should all support and participate in them actively to create a more colorful and inclusive cultural environment, which will bring more joy and (9) ______ (inspiration) to people's lives.
And through continuous efforts, we can make cultural exchanges a beautiful bond that connects different countries and peoples, and helps to achieve sustainable (10) ______ (growth) of cultural undertakings.
答案：
applauded（考查動詞時態(tài)，此處描述過去發(fā)生的動作，根據(jù) “was” 可知用一般過去時，考查一般過去時的用法）
featured（考查動詞時態(tài)，此處描述過去的情況，用一般過去時，考查一般過去時的用法）
dedicated（考查非謂語動詞，“company” 與 “dedicate” 是被動關(guān)系，用過去分詞作后置定語，考查非謂語動詞作定語的用法）
infused（考查非謂語動詞，“dances” 與 “infuse” 是被動關(guān)系，用過去分詞作后置定語，考查非謂語動詞作定語的用法）
fostering（考查非謂語動詞，“while” 后接現(xiàn)在分詞作伴隨狀語，與主句動作同時進(jìn)行，考查非謂語動詞作伴隨狀語的用法）
help（考查動詞原形，“can” 是情態(tài)動詞，后接動詞原形，考查情態(tài)動詞后動詞的形式）
development（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“the” 后接名詞，“develop” 的名詞形式是 “development”，表示 “發(fā)展”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換）
impressive（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“and” 連接并列的形容詞，此處與 “attractive” 并列，用形容詞形式，“impress” 的形容詞形式是 “impressive”，表示 “令人印象深刻的”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換及并列結(jié)構(gòu)中詞性的一致性）
inspiration（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“and” 連接并列的名詞，此處與 “joy” 并列，用名詞形式，“inspire” 的名詞形式是 “inspiration”，表示 “靈感；啟發(fā)”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換及并列結(jié)構(gòu)中詞性的一致性）
growth（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“achieve” 后接名詞作賓語，“grow” 的名詞形式是 “growth”，表示 “增長；發(fā)展”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換）
A highlight of the evening was a part from The Journey of a Legendary Landscape Painting, a dance drama (1) ______ (interpret) of the 12th-century painting A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains by Wang Ximeng, which glorifies China's natural beauty. Blending dance, music, visual art and poetic imagination, the performance paid (2) ______ (homage) to Wang's masterpiece.
The dancers wore graceful blue costumes, with hairstyles and movements that suggested both the fluidity of rivers and the (3) ______ (majesty) of towering cliffs.
Having toured over 70 cities, including stops in Singapore and Hong Kong, the production has given over 600 performances to enthusiastic audiences.
“The Chinese are famous for their level of artistry and creativity, and the careful attention to every detail of this performance was truly (4) ______ (remarkable),” said one dance enthusiast and former DreamWorks employee.
Other (5) ______ (notable) performances included Jasmine, a lyrical dance with floral parasols bringing out the beauty of southern China's water towns; Four Practices of Chinese Medicine, a humorous translation of traditional healing practices into dance; Ink on Water, a tribute to Chinese calligraphy and ink-wash painting; Flying Apsaras, inspired by Dunhuang murals and the Silk Road; Far and Beyond, a reference to digital innovation and scientific exploration; and Green and Gaba (Fish Movements), which celebrated the Dai people's aquatic heritage.
“I enjoyed the skillful and layered interplay of dance, music, costumes and backdrops,” said another keen dance lover. “It might have (6) ______ (originate) in China, but the whole night had an international and timeless feel to it.”
In the world of art, cultural exchange through performances is of great importance.
Such shows can (7) ______ (enrich) people's understanding of different cultures.
Moreover, they can inspire artists to create more excellent works by combining various elements.
However, continuous innovation and improvement are necessary to keep attracting audiences.
Only by constantly evolving can these performances maintain their charm and (8) ______ (popularity).
It's hoped that more art performances will be held globally to promote cultural communication and build a more harmonious cultural environment.
This will contribute to the (9) ______ (development) of global art and allow people to enjoy the beauty of art from different regions.
And through these efforts, we can make art a bridge that connects different countries and peoples, and helps to achieve a better mutual understanding and (10) ______ (appreciation) of cultures.
答案：
interpretation（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“a dance drama” 后接名詞，“interpret” 的名詞形式是 “interpretation”，表示 “解讀；演繹”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換）
homage（考查固定搭配，“pay homage to...” 表示 “向…… 表示敬意”，考查固定搭配中名詞的用法）
majesty（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“the” 后接名詞，“majestic” 的名詞形式是 “majesty”，表示 “雄偉；壯麗”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換）
remarkable（考查形容詞，“be remarkable” 表示 “是顯著的；非凡的”，此處用形容詞原級，考查形容詞在句中的運(yùn)用）
notable（考查形容詞，“other” 后接形容詞修飾名詞 “performances”，“notable” 表示 “值得注意的；顯著的”，考查形容詞修飾名詞的用法）
originated（考查動詞時態(tài)，“might have + 過去分詞” 構(gòu)成 “might have done” 結(jié)構(gòu)，表示對過去情況的推測，此處用過去分詞形式，考查 “might have done” 結(jié)構(gòu)中動詞的形式）
enrich（考查動詞原形，“can” 是情態(tài)動詞，后接動詞原形，考查情態(tài)動詞后動詞的形式）
popularity（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“their” 后接名詞，“popular” 的名詞形式是 “popularity”，表示 “受歡迎程度；人氣”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換）
development（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“the” 后接名詞，“develop” 的名詞形式是 “development”，表示 “發(fā)展”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換）
appreciation（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“and” 連接并列的名詞，此處與 “understanding” 并列，用名詞形式，“appreciate” 的名詞形式是 “appreciation”，表示 “欣賞；理解”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換及并列結(jié)構(gòu)中詞性的一致性）
Many of the spectators praised the dancers for their (1) ______ (effortless) grace and gravity-defying leaps which come from years of intense dedication.
“I couldn't understand all the cultural nuances, but it made me realize that Chinese and American cultures were not so different and the elegance and (2) ______ (sophistication) of the performance took me to a world of beauty and delight,” said one University of California, Los Angeles, graduate.
“Chinese culture is deeply rooted in history while (3) ______ (thrive) in contemporary contexts,” says Meng Shi, one of Oever's cofounders.
“We believe culture (4) ______ (transcend) borders and time, having the power to connect people, regardless of their origins and cultural backgrounds,” adds her partner and cofounder Yanbing Bo.
Shi says that COPAG has already performed in San Diego and will soon (5) ______ (take) the stage in New York.
“The tour opens a new window for cultural exchange and mutual learning between China and the US, allowing more Americans to (6) ______ (appreciate) the beauty of traditional Chinese culture,” she says.
In recent years, cultural exchanges between different countries have been playing an important role.
Such exchanges can (7) ______ (help) people know more about other cultures and break down cultural barriers.
Moreover, they can also promote friendship and understanding among people from different countries.
However, effective promotion and organization are needed to make these exchanges more successful.
Only by doing so can we make cultural exchanges more influential and (8) ______ (meaningful).
It's hoped that more cultural activities will be carried out in the future to build stronger cultural bonds between countries.
This will contribute to a more harmonious world and the (9) ______ (development) of global culture.
And through continuous efforts, we can make culture a beautiful bridge that connects everyone, regardless of where they are from, and brings more joy and (10) ______ (inspiration) to our lives.
答案：
effortless（考查形容詞，“grace” 是名詞，需用形容詞修飾，“effortless” 表示 “輕松自如的”，考查形容詞修飾名詞的用法）
sophistication（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“the” 后接名詞，“sophisticated” 的名詞形式是 “sophistication”，表示 “高雅；精致”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換）
thriving（考查非謂語動詞，“while” 后接現(xiàn)在分詞作伴隨狀語，與 “is deeply rooted” 的動作同時進(jìn)行，“thrive” 的現(xiàn)在分詞形式是 “thriving”，考查非謂語動詞作伴隨狀語的用法）
transcends（考查動詞時態(tài)，此處描述一般情況，主語 “culture” 是不可數(shù)名詞，用一般現(xiàn)在時第三人稱單數(shù)形式，考查一般現(xiàn)在時主謂一致）
take（考查動詞原形，“will” 后接動詞原形，考查一般將來時中動詞的形式）
appreciate（考查動詞原形，“allow sb. to do sth.” 表示 “允許某人做某事”，此處用動詞原形，考查固定搭配中動詞的形式）
help（考查動詞原形，“can” 是情態(tài)動詞，后接動詞原形，考查情態(tài)動詞后動詞的形式）
meaningful（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“and” 連接并列的形容詞，此處與 “influential” 并列，用形容詞形式，“meaning” 的形容詞形式是 “meaningful”，表示 “有意義的”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換及并列結(jié)構(gòu)中詞性的一致性）
development（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“the” 后接名詞，“develop” 的名詞形式是 “development”，表示 “發(fā)展”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換）
inspiration（考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換，“and” 連接并列的名詞，此處與 “joy” 并列，用名詞形式，“inspire” 的名詞形式是 “inspiration”，表示 “靈感；啟發(fā)”，考查詞性轉(zhuǎn)換及并列結(jié)構(gòu)中詞性的一致性）

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