The Tang Dynasty, which lasted from 618 to 90...

The Tang Dynasty, which lasted from 618 to 907 AD, is often considered as China’s golden age. Indeed Chinese culture flourished under the Tang, and Tang poets are perhaps the best known of all Chinese literary figures.

The following are four schools of Tang poetry. Take a look.

Frontier Fortress Poetry (边塞诗)

Gao Shi, Cen Shen and Wang Changling are representatives of this poetry. It mainly describes the hardship of the battlefield, heroic spirit of defending the homeland, or homesickness of soldiers. Representative works include Over the Borcfer by Wang Changling, Song of Write Snow on Secretary Wu’s Return to Capital by Cen Shen, etc.

Landscape Pastoral Poetry

The representatives of this school are Wang Wei and Meng Haoran. Many of its themes are mountains,clouds and hermits (隐士). Its style is simple and elegant. The representative works include Thinking of My Brothers on Mountain Climbing Day by Wang Wei, Spring Morning by Meng and so on.

Romantic Poetry

Li Bai is a typical representative of romantic poetry, who enjoys the title of “Genius of Poetry”. To express his desire for freedom and personal value, his poetry is free and bold, with creative imagination. One of his most famous poems is A Tranquil Night, which is about homesickness, included in many school textbooks.

Realistic Poetry

Du Fu is known as the “Sage of Poetry”. His poems are in a realistic art style with strong feelings of compassion and concern for the destiny (命运) of the country. His works “Three Officials” and “Three Farewells” both reflect people’s sufferings at that time.

1.Who is one of the representatives of Frontier Fortress Poetry?

A.Wang Wei. B.Cen Shen.

C.Li Bai. D.Du Fu.

2.Which poem is written by a romantic poet?

A.Spring Morning.

B.Over the Border.

C.A Tranquil Night.

D.Thinking of My Brothers on Mountain Climbing Day.

3.According to the passage, which statement is right?

A.Meng Haoran is the representative of Romantic Poetry.

B.The Tang Dynasty lasted from 608 to 917 AD.

C.Li Bai is known as the “Sage of Poetry”.

D.“Three Farewells” reflects people’s sufferings in the Tang Dynasty.

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Heritage: Tomb, 1,200 years old, unearthed

A tomb dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) has been found in Hebei province, according to the local cultural relics protection department.

The tomb was discovered by a villager. A tombstone, two china pieces, 12 items of pottery and some bronze artistic handworks were unearthed. The inscription on the tombstone, measuring 45 centimeters in length and 9 cm in thickness, consists of 323 Chinese characters recording the name, birthplace and life story of its owner and its inscription year in 733. Two china pieces, as well as other artistic handworks, are important to the research of the china craftsmanship of the local kiln(窑), Zhao Xuefeng, a cultural relics expert, said.

Travel: Kung Fu Panda land coming to Beijing Universal

Beijing Resort(度假区), which is expected to open in 2021, has released a short video about its Kung　 Fu　 Panda　 Land　 of　 Awesomeness.　 The　 Kung　 Fu　 Panda　 land　 will　 be　 the　 first　 Kung　 Fu Panda-themed land, according to Universal. The entirely indoor experience is designed to transport visitors to “legendary China”. It is based on the animated movie series Kung Fu Panda, bringing to life the brave panda Po with Chinese architecture, festive decoration and excellent performances. The Hollywood film follows the exploits of Po, who wants to be a Kung Fu master.

Films: Saturday Fiction set for screening

Saturday Fiction is set for release in China on Dec 7, according to the China Film Distribution and Exhibition Association. Gong Li plays the role of a film star with a hidden task in the film. Set in Shanghai in 1941, it follows the star who is working undercover gathering intelligence for the Allies( 盟 军 ), while starring in a new play. She discovers the Japanese plan to attack Pearl Harbor but chooses not to share the information. Directed by Lou Ye, the film made its world premiere(首映)at the Venice Film Festival in September.

Tech: 5G smart bus starts trial run

A 5G driver-less microbus started trial operations in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, on Tuesday. The bus is equipped with 30 smart sensors to help identify obstacles such as pedestrians and vehicles from up to 200 meters away. The smart bus communicates through the road cloud collaborative intelligent system.

Theatre: Lin Zexu to be staged, marking 180th anniversary of Opium War

Directed by Wang Xiaodi and written by scriptwriter Guo Qihong, the play Lin Zexu features actor Pu Cunxin as the protagonist and actress Xu Fan as Guan Shuqing, Lin’s wife. In 1838, the Qing dynasty (1644-1911) official, was sent to Guangzhou, Guangdong province, to stop the illegal importation of opium by the British. Lin launched the destruction of opium in Humen, a port town, on June 3, 1839. About 1,400 metric tons of opium was destroyed within 23 days. The incident triggered the First Opium War (1839-1842). Marking the 180th anniversary　 of the war, the play will be premiered in Beijing next month. It also incorporates dance to showcase the battle scenes.

1.Which of the following CANNOT reflect Chinese history or traditional culture?

A.The tomb unearthed. B.The play to be staged.

C.The smart bus on trial. D.The theme land to be put into operation.

2.What do we know about the film Saturday Fiction?

A.It is about a film star’s private life. B.It is set in the Second World War.

C.It will make its world premiere on Dec 7. D.It focuses on Pearl Harbor Attack.

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During the Tang Dynasty(618—907),there was a minister named Li Linfu.He was very good at flattering people,so his official position was raised higher and higher and he 1. (eventual) became the prime minister.2..,Li was a violent and cruel man.When he talked with people he always wore a sweet smile,but he 3.. (make) up evil ideas in his mind.

One day,Li learned that 4.. beautiful woman was put in prison.He sent for a prison officer and ordered him to set the woman free.The man followed the order and Li took the woman home.

Later,someone reported the case to the emperor.The prison officer was very afraid because he 5..(know) he had committed a crime by 6.. (set) the criminal free.He went to Li for help,but Li ignored him and asked the man not to disturb him any more.The man was so disappointed that he hanged 7.. (he).

Hearing the tragic suicide of the prison officer,another officer wanted to reveal the 8.. (true) to the emperor.Li,however,knew of this plan and began to make false accusations against the officer.The foolish emperor believed Li’s words and exiled(流放) the officer 9.. a distant land.

The idiom “hide a dagger in a smile” is used 10.. (describe) a person with a murderous intention behind his/her smile.

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The Tang Dynasty is generally considered to be a golden chapter by people worldwide, ______ the Chinese civilization influenced many neighboring countries.

A. where　　 B. who

C. which　　 D. when

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The temple________from the Tang Dynasty was destroyed in the earthquake.

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The Tang Dynasty is generally regarded as a golden chapter by people worldwide, ________ the Chinese civilization influenced many neighboring countries.

A. where　　 B. when

C. which　　 D. who

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We have celebrated this festival for many years and it ________ Tang Dynasty.

A. is dated back to　　　 B. is dating back to

C. dates back to　　　　 　 D. dated back to

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58. The little boy has learned many Tang dynasty poems _____ though he is very young.

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The Song Dynasty(960-1279) is often referred to as the Chinese Renaissance(文艺复兴). For about three and a quarter centuries, under its rule, China enjoyed a period of economic growth with great artistic and intellectual achievements.

One of the most important factors in the Song Renaissance was the printing press which made for a rebirth of classical Confucian learning. By the 10th century,printers were producing a large number of copies of the classical Confucian texts. With this increase in the production of books, education spread and became widely available.

Printing also had its greatest influence on the Chinese political system. In the Song Dynasty, govemment examinations became the most important way to political power in China. For almost 1,000 years, China was govemed by men who had done very well in examinations. Thousands of students studied for the exams, and thousands of inexpensive books were required. Without printing, such a system would not have been possible.

The Song period was also the golden age of Chinese painting. Emperor Huizong(1101-1125) was a talented painter who encouraged the arts. A royal painting academy was created and many fine artists were supported. The period is best known for nature subjects and landscape paintings. Guo Xi used perspective in his paintings and The Quict Valley is one of his best-known works. One of the greatest landscape painters of the period was Fan Kuan. His masterpiece, Travelling among Mountains and Gorges, is one of the most famous Chinese paintings. Completed around the year 1000, it was inspired by the power of nature and the relative insignificance of humans.

1.When was the Chinese Renaissance?

A. Immediately after the Renaissance in Europe.　　 B. During the Song Dynasty.

C. At the time of Confucius.　　 D. in the year 1,000.

2.What contributed to spreading the ideas of Confucius?

A. The spread of education to the middle classes.

B. People’s new interest in classical texts.

C. The development of painting.

D. The printing press and a wide availability of books.

3.How did people become politicians at the time?

A. Only members of the wealthy class could go into politics.

B. A small number of powerful families ran the country.

C. Only members good at painting were supported by the royalty.

D. There was a special exam system to select politicians.

4.From the passage we can know the painter of Travelling among Mountains and Gorges is ＿＿＿．

A. Guo Xi

B. Emperor Huizong

C. Fan Kuan

D. Confucius

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The Song Dynasty(960-1279) is often referred to as the Chinese Renaissance(文艺复兴). For about three and a quarter centuries, under its rule, China enjoyed a period of economic growth with great artistic and intellectual achievements.

One of the most important factors in the Song Renaissance was the printing press which made for a rebirth of classical Confucian learning. By the 10th century,printers were producing a large number of copies of the classical Confucian texts. With this increase in the production of books, education spread and became widely available.

Printing also had its greatest influence on the Chinese political system. In the Song Dynasty, govemment examinations became the most important way to political power in China. For almost 1,000 years, China was govemed by men who had done very well in examinations. Thousands of students studied for the exams, and thousands of inexpensive books were required. Without printing, such a system would not have been possible.

The Song period was also the golden age of Chinese painting. Emperor Huizong(1101-1125) was a talented painter who encouraged the arts. A royal painting academy was created and many fine artists were supported. The period is best known for nature subjects and landscape paintings. Guo Xi used perspective in his paintings and The Quict Valley is one of his best-known works. One of the greatest landscape painters of the period was Fan Kuan. His masterpiece, Travelling among Mountains and Gorges, is one of the most famous Chinese paintings. Completed around the year 1000, it was inspired by the power of nature and the relative insignificance of humans.

1.When was the Chinese Renaissance?

A.Immediately after the Renaissance in Europe. B.During the Song Dynasty.

C.At the time of Confucius. D.in the year 1,000.

2.What contributed to spreading the ideas of Confucius?

A.The spread of education to the middle classes.

B.People’s new interest in classical texts.

C.The development of painting.

D.The printing press and a wide availability of books.

3.How did people become politicians at the time?

A.Only members of the wealthy class could go into politics.

B.A small number of powerful families ran the country.

C.Only members good at painting were supported by the royalty.

D.There was a special exam system to select politicians.

4.From the passage we can know the painter of Travelling among Mountains and Gorges is ＿＿＿．

A.Guo Xi

B.Emperor Huizong

C.Fan Kuan

D.Confucius

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