Many of us love stories of time travel, alien...

Many of us love stories of time travel, aliens, and the future. But Chinese sci-fi has not seen much attention until now. One work from a Chinese writer made it a hit around the world.

On Aug 23, Liu Cixin, 52, won the world’s top sci-fi prize. He’s the first Asian to ever win the Hugo Award. Liu received the award for Best Novel through his book The Three-body Problem (《三体》).

Liu’s winning work takes the reader back to China in the 1970s. In the book, scientists found a planet with three suns. The aliens on the planet created their own civilization (文明) called “three-body”. The aliens planned to invade (入侵) Earth, but humans on Earth started to form camps to protect themselves from danger.

Liu uses his professional background in computer engineering to write the book. His work is seen as “hard science fiction”, which aims for scientific accuracy (准确). Some say this is why Liu’s novels stand out among other similar Chinese books.

The Chinese culture in Liu’s work also makes his book special. For example, Liu’s work talks about filial piety (孝顺). This is a theme Western sci-fi doesn’t pay much attention to.

Most importantly, Liu’s work, like many successful works of science fiction, is popular with people who are unsure of the future. According to Liu, China is growing quickly and is full of temptations (诱惑). This makes it the perfect time for sci-fi.

“People nowadays are locked (困住) in this small box of reality, but science fiction is a way to broaden our minds”, said Liu.

1.According to the article, which of the following is NOT true?

A. Liu Cixin is the first Asian to win the world’s top sci-fi prize.

B. The Hugo Award is an award for science fiction.

C. Liu Cixin wrote The Three-body Problem with his friend.

D. The Three-body Problem is a story set in the past.

2.In The Three-body Problem, _____.

A. there was one sun in the system　　 B. humans and the aliens were friends

C. the aliens wanted to invade Earth　　 D. humans gave up fighting against enemies

3.What makes The Three-body Problem different from Western sci-fi?

A. It is based on scientific accuracy.

B. Readers can find Chinese culture in the book.

C. It includes some uncertain parts about the future.

D. It can broaden people’s minds.

4.According to the passage, Liu’s work is popular with people____________.

A. who work in computer engineering　　 B. who are interested in aliens

C. who love Chinese culture　　 D. who are unsure of the future

5.Why is The Three-body Problem successful? Reasons are as follows EXCEPT__________.

A. he uses his professional background in computer engineering to write the book

B. his work aims for scientific accuracy

C. it is similar to other Chinese books

D. he talks about Chinese culture in the book

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The popular TV drama You Who Came From the Stars tells a love story____ a 400-year- old alien and a human actress.

A. with　　 B. from　　 C. for　　　　 .　　 D. between

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________ TV drama You Who Came From the Stars tells a love story between a 400-year-old alien and ________ attractive human girl.

A. A; an　     　　　　　 B. The; the            C. A; the             D. The; an

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________ TV drama You Who Came From the Stars tells a love story between a 400-year-old alien and ________ attractive human girl.

A. A; an　             B. The; the            C. A; the             D. The; an

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Jane Austen, the writer of Pride and Prejudice, wrote many stories of love. However, she ______ single all her life.

A. remained B. reminded C. realized D. required

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Jane Austen，the writer of Pride and Prejudice，wrote many stories of love．However，she______single all her life．

A.reminded B.require C.remained D.refused

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Jane Austen, the writer of Pride and Prejudice, wrote many stories of love. But she _______single all her life.

A. reminded　　 B. remained　　 C. realized　　 D. required

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Many young people all over the world love to travel and see the world. Have you heard of backpackers? They are normally young people who travel cheaply with just one rucksack(背包) and comfortable walking boots. They buy local food in supermarkets to save money and at the same time become friends with local people.

Some people prefer adventure tours. Brave people may try bungee jumping from the bridge overlooking the Victoria Falls in Africa with only a rope around their legs. Some enjoy the challenge of rock climbing in the Alps in Switzerland. Others may go snowboarding in the Rocky

Mountains in the USA.

Have you ever heard of an ecotourism ? It means a holiday in which people come close to nature but are very careful not to damage the nature beauty or living things in the area. How can this be possible? Let's read an interview with people who enjoyed a swimming with dolphins tour.

Interviewer: what was the most exciting part ofyour holiday?

Sharon from South Africa: I felt excited when I heard the sound of wild dolphins approaching me in the water and then swimming directly under me. An image I will never forget.

Xavier from Portugal :There were two dolphins below us swimming downwards. One stopped and looked back at me as if to say 'What are those strange beings?" Fantastic!

Interviewer: Did you feel that your holiday helped local people and areas to keep their beautifulenvironment?

Jane from New Zealand :The hotel and the whale and dolphin watching companies employ(雇佣) local people. They used to hunt those whales and dolphins, but now they can earn money from tourism and don't have to kill them. Not many boats are allowed at the same time so these animals aren't bothered. The boat companies also work to educate the local schools about the importance of protecting these wonderful creatures.

Helen from England: I am glad they are not killing the whales and dolphins any more, but the cars and boats use fuel which could cause pollution and make the sea less clean.

Well, what do you think? Thousands of people visit the Forbidden City or the Great Wall China every year. Do you think that's a good thing, or do you feel that China's important historical sites can be damaged? Are there any ways of sharing your treasures but keeping them in good condition?

1.From the first paragraph, backpackers are young people_____________________ .

A.traveling cheaply with just one rucksack

B.visiting historical places in China

C.who love to travel and see the world alone

D.who love to buy local things as souvenirs

2.What did Sharon, Xavier, Jane and Helen do in their holiday?

A.Try bungee jumping in Africa. B.Enjoy rock climbing in Switzerland.

C.Enjoy a swimming with dolphins tour. D.Go snowboarding in the USA.

3.Sharon,Xavier,Jane and Helen think the tours are helpful EXCEPT________.

A.the hotel and the companies employ local people to earn money

B.local people used to hunt and kill whales and dolphins but now they don't

C.not many boats are allowed at the same time so animals aren't bothered

D.the cars and boats use fuel to cause pollution and make the sea dirtier

4.According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?

A.It's a cheap and popular way to travel and see the world as a backpacker.

B.We believe an ecotourism can greatly protect the nature beauty and living things.

C.The writer think China's sites can be protected because of being visited by tourists.

D.Following the rules of the nature is good for sharing treasures and keeping them good.

5.What can't you do when you take an ecotourism?

A.Come close to nature in the holiday carefully.

B.Protect the living things in the area.

C.Be careful not to damage the nature beauty.

D.Keep the local people disappointed

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Many young people all over the world love to travel and see the world. Have you heard of backpackers? They are normally young people who travel cheaply with just one bag and comfortable walking boots. They buy local food in supermarkets to save money and at the same time become friends with local people.

Some people prefer adventure tours. Brave people may try bungee(蹦极) jumping from the bridge overlooking the Victoria Falls in Africa with only a rope around their legs. Some enjoy the challenge of rock climbing in the Alps in Switzerland. Others may go ice skiing in the Rocky Mountains in the USA.

Have you ever heard of an ecotourism (生态旅游)? It means a holiday in which people come close to nature but are very careful not to destroy the nature beauty or living things in the area. How can this be possible? Let's read an interview with people who enjoyed a swimming with dolphins tour.

Interviewer what was the most exciting part of your holiday?

Sharon from South Africa I felt excited when I heard the sound of wild dolphins beside me in the water and then swimming directly under me. An image I will never forget.

Xavier from Portugal There were two dolphins below us swimming downwards. One stopped and looked back at me as if to say “What are those strange things?” Fantastic!

Interviewer Did you feel that your holiday helped local people and areas to keep their beautiful environment?

Jane from New Zealand The hotel and the whale and dolphin watching companies hire local people. They used to hunt those whales and dolphins, but now they can earn money from tourism and mustn’t kill whales and dolphins. Not many boats are used at the same time so these animals aren't disturbed. The boat companies also work to educate the local schools about the importance of protecting these wonderful animals.

Helen from England I am glad they are not killing the whales and dolphins any more, but the cars and boats use fuel(燃料) which could cause pollution and make the sea dirtier.

Well, what do you think? Thousands of people visit the Forbidden City or the Great Wall of China every year. Do you think that's a good thing, or do you feel that China's important tourist attractions can be affected? Are there any ways of sharing your treasures (珍宝) but keeping them in good condition?

1.From the first paragraph, backpackers are young people________.

A. visiting historical places in China

B. traveling cheaply with just one bag

C. who love to travel and see the world alone

D. who love to buy local things as souvenirs

2.What can't you do when you take an ecotourism?

A. Come close to nature in the holiday carefully.

B. Protect the living things in the area.

C. Be careful not to destroy the nature beauty.

D. Keep the local people unhappy.

3.Sharon, Xavier, Jane and Helen think the tours are helpful EXCEPT________.

A. the hotel and the companies hire local people to help them earn money

B. local people used to hunt and kill whales and dolphins but now they don't

C. not many boats are used at the same time so animals aren't disturbed

D. the cars and boats use fuel to cause pollution and make the sea dirtier

4.According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?

A. It's a cheap and popular way to travel and see the world as a backpacker.

B. We believe an ecotourism can greatly protect the nature beauty and living things.

C. China's tourist attractions can be protected because of being visited by tourists.

D. We’d better find good ways to share our treasures and keep them good.

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