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The story of Nian is an important part of Chinese folklore. Nian, a fearsome beast, would come down from the mountains every New Year's Eve to terrorize villages. It was big and powerful, with sharp teeth and claws. The villagers were very scared and would hide in their homes. One year, an old man discovered that Nian was afraid of loud noises, bright lights, and the color red. The villagers used firecrackers, red lanterns, and drums to scare Nian away. Since then, these traditions became a vital part of celebrating the Chinese New Year, symbolizing protection and good luck for the coming year. 年的故事是中国民间传说中的重要部分。年是一个可怕的野兽，每年除夕之夜会从山中下来，恐吓村庄。它又大又强壮，有着锋利的牙齿和爪子。村民们非常害怕，会躲在家中。一年，一位老人发现年害怕响声、明亮的光和红色。村民们用鞭炮、红灯笼和鼓声来吓走年兽。从那时起，这些传统成为庆祝中国新年的重要部分，象征着保护和来年的好运。Challenging Vocabulary Words： 1. Folklore /ˈfoʊk.lɔːr/ 民间传说2. Fearsome /ˈfɪr.səm/ 可怕的3. Terrorize /ˈter.ə.raɪz/ 恐吓4. Villagers /ˈvɪl.ɪ.dʒərz/ 村民5. Firecrackers /ˈfaɪrˌkræk.ərz/ 鞭炮6. Lanterns /ˈlæn.tərnz/ 灯笼7. Symbolizing /ˈsɪm.bə.laɪ.zɪŋ/ 象征8. Protection /prəˈtɛk.ʃən/ 保护 Reading Comprehension Questions and Answers：1. Who is Nian and what did it do in Chinese folklore?   - Nian is a fearsome beast in Chinese folklore that would come down from the mountains every New Year's Eve to terrorize villages. 2. How did the villagers discover a way to scare Nian away?   - An old man discovered that Nian was afraid of loud noises, bright lights, and the color red, leading the villagers to use firecrackers, red lanterns, and drums to scare it away. 3. What is the significance of the traditions used to scare Nian in the celebration of the Chinese New Year?   - These traditions, like using firecrackers, red lanterns, and drums, have become a vital part of celebrating the Chinese New Year, symbolizing protection and good luck for the coming year.

Today, I went to watch a Chinese Opera with my family. Chinese Opera is a traditional form of theater in China that combines music, vocal performance, mime, dance, and acrobatics. The performers wear colorful costumes and unique makeup. I was amazed by their beautiful voices and graceful movements. The story was about loyalty and bravery, teaching us the importance of these values. After the show, we discussed the story and the culture behind it. It was a wonderful experience! 今天，我和家人去看了中国戏曲。中国戏曲是一种结合音乐、声乐表演、哑剧、舞蹈和杂技的传统剧院形式。演员们穿着五彩斑斓的服装，化着独特的妆容。我被他们美妙的歌声和优雅的舞姿深深吸引。故事讲述了忠诚与勇敢，教会我们这些价值观的重要性。演出结束后，我们讨论了故事和背后的文化。这是一次美妙的体验！Challenging Vocabulary Words：1. Opera /ˈɑː.pə.rə/ 歌剧2. Traditional /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/ 传统的3. Theater /ˈθiː.ə.tər/ 剧院4. Performance /pərˈfɔːr.məns/ 表演5. Acrobatics /ˌæk.roʊˈbæt.ɪks/ 杂技6. Costumes /ˈkɑːs.tuːmz/ 服装7. Graceful /ˈɡreɪs.fəl/ 优雅的8. Importance /ˈɪm.pɔːr.təns/ 重要性 Reading Comprehension Questions and Answers：1. What is Chinese Opera and what elements does it combine?   - Chinese Opera is a traditional form of theater in China that combines music, vocal performance, mime, dance, and acrobatics. 2. What aspects of the Chinese Opera performance impressed the author?   - The author was impressed by the performers' beautiful voices, graceful movements, colorful costumes, and unique makeup. 3. What was the story in the Chinese Opera about, and what did it teach?   - The story in the Chinese Opera was about loyalty and bravery, teaching the importance of these values.

Making friends is a special part of growing up. I remember when I first met my friend Sarah. We were both playing on the swings. I was a bit shy, but I smiled at her and said hello. She smiled back, and we started talking about our favorite games. We found out that we both love playing soccer and drawing. Since that day, we have become great friends. We study together, share stories, and support each other. Making friends like Sarah has taught me that being open and kind can lead to wonderful friendships. Friends make life more enjoyable and less lonely. 交朋友是成长过程中的一个特别部分。我记得我第一次遇到我的朋友莎拉时。我们都在荡秋千。我有点害羞，但我对她微笑并说了声你好。她回笑了，我们开始谈论我们最喜欢的游戏。我们发现我们都喜欢踢足球和画画。从那天起，我们成了好朋友。我们一起学习，分享故事，并互相支持。像莎拉这样交朋友教会了我，开放和友好可以带来美妙的友谊。朋友让生活更加愉快，减少孤独。Challenging Vocabulary Words:1. Special /ˈspeʃ.əl/ 特别的2. Swings /swɪŋz/ 秋千3. Shy /ʃaɪ/ 害羞的4. Favorite /ˈfeɪ.və.rɪt/ 最喜爱的5. Support /səˈpɔːrt/ 支持6. Open /ˈoʊ.pən/ 开放的7. Friendships /ˈfrend.ʃɪps/ 友谊8. Enjoyable /ɪnˈdʒɔɪ.ə.bəl/ 令人愉快的 Reading Comprehension Questions and Answers:1. How did the author first meet their friend Sarah?   - The author first met Sarah while both were playing on the swings. 2. What common interests helped the author and Sarah become friends?   - They discovered a common love for playing soccer and drawing, which helped them become great friends. 3. What has the author learned from making friends like Sarah?   - Making friends like Sarah has taught the author that being open and kind can lead to wonderful friendships, making life more enjoyable and less lonely.

"Safety First" is a rule I always follow. When I ride my bike, I wear a helmet to protect my head. In the car, I always use the seatbelt, even for short trips. My parents taught me to look both ways before crossing the street and to use the crosswalk. At home, we have smoke detectors and know where the fire extinguisher is. I also learned not to touch electrical outlets or play with matches. Understanding the importance of safety helps prevent accidents. By being cautious, I can enjoy activities while staying safe and sound. “安全第一”是我总是遵循的规则。当我骑自行车时，我会戴头盔来保护我的头部。在车里，即使是短途旅行，我也总是使用安全带。我的父母教我过马路前要左右看，并使用人行横道。在家里，我们有烟雾探测器，并知道灭火器放在哪里。我还学会了不去触摸电源插座或玩火柴。了解安全的重要性有助于预防事故。通过谨慎行事，我可以在保持安全的同时享受活动。Challenging Vocabulary Words： 1. Safety /ˈseɪf.ti/ 安全2. Helmet /ˈhel.mɪt/ 头盔3. Seatbelt /ˈsiːt.belt/ 安全带4. Crosswalk /ˈkrɔːs.wɔːk/ 人行横道5. Detectors /dɪˈtek.tərz/ 探测器6. Extinguisher /ɪkˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪ.ʃər/ 灭火器7. Electrical /ɪˈlek.trɪ.kəl/ 电的8. Cautious /ˈkɔː.ʃəs/ 小心的 Reading Comprehension Questions and Answers： 1. What safety measures does the author take when riding a bike and traveling by car?   - When riding a bike, the author wears a helmet, and in the car, they always use the seatbelt, even for short trips. 2. What safety practices are followed at the author's home?   - At home, they have smoke detectors, know the location of the fire extinguisher, and avoid touching electrical outlets or playing with matches. 3. Why does the author believe understanding the importance of safety is crucial?   - Understanding the importance of safety helps prevent accidents, allowing the author to enjoy activities while staying safe and sound.

In my family, love is like a warm blanket on a cold day. My parents always support me in everything I do. My mother cooks delicious meals, and my father helps me with my homework. We often play games together and share our stories. My little sister makes me laugh with her funny jokes. Even when we argue, we always make up and hug each other. Family love is the best feeling in the world. 家庭的爱就像寒冷天气里的一条温暖的毯子。我的父母总是在我做任何事情时给予我支持。妈妈会做美味的饭菜，爸爸帮我做家庭作业。我们经常一起玩游戏，分享我们的故事。我的小妹妹用她的笑话逗我笑。即使我们有争吵，我们也总会和好并拥抱对方。家庭之爱是世界上最美好的感觉。Challenging Vocabulary Words：1. Blanket /ˈblæŋkɪt/ 毯子2. Delicious /dɪˈlɪʃəs/ 美味的3. Homework /ˈhəʊmwɜːk/ 家庭作业4. Stories /ˈstɔːriz/ 故事5. Laugh /læf/ 笑6. Jokes /dʒoʊks/ 笑话7. Argue /ˈɑːrɡjuː/ 争论8. Hug /hʌɡ/ 拥抱 Reading Comprehension Questions and Answers：1. What does love feel like in the author's family?   - In the author's family, love feels like a warm blanket on a cold day. 2. How do the author's parents support them?   - The author's mother cooks delicious meals, and the father helps with homework. 3. What do the author and their family do together?   - They play games, share stories, and the author's little sister makes them laugh with funny jokes.