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In 1974, farmers digging a well in Xi'an, China, made an amazing discovery—thousands of life-sized terracotta soldiers were buried underground. These statues were part of the tomb of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, who ruled over 2,000 years ago.
The terracotta army includes soldiers, horses, and chariots(战车), each with unique facial expressions and details. Experts believe it took about 700,000 workers nearly 40 years to build this incredible underground army. The statues were meant to protect the emperor in the afterlife.
Today, the Terracotta Warriors are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China's most famous tourist attractions. Visitors can see three main pits filled with soldiers, though many statues remain unexcavated (未挖掘的) to protect their colours from fading(褪色). Scientists continue to study and restore the warriors using modern technology.
To preserve the site, visitors must follow rules: no touching the statues, no flash photography, and no loud noises. “These warriors have survived for centuries, and we must protect them for future generations,” says museum guide Zhang Lin.
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A. In Beijing.
B. In Xi'an.
C. In Nanjing.
D. In Shanghai.
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A. About 10 years.
B. About 20 years.
C. About 30 years.
D. About 40 years.
(
A. To keep their colours from fading.
B. Because they are too heavy to move.
C. To save money for the museum.
D. Because they are not important.
(
A. Taking photos.
B. Touching the statues.
C. Walking quietly.
D. Reading information boards.
(
A. To attract tourists.
B. To protect the emperor in the afterlife.
C. To show ancient art.
D. To train soldiers.
In 1974, farmers digging a well in Xi'an, China, made an amazing discovery—thousands of life-sized terracotta soldiers were buried underground. These statues were part of the tomb of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, who ruled over 2,000 years ago.
The terracotta army includes soldiers, horses, and chariots(战车), each with unique facial expressions and details. Experts believe it took about 700,000 workers nearly 40 years to build this incredible underground army. The statues were meant to protect the emperor in the afterlife.
Today, the Terracotta Warriors are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China's most famous tourist attractions. Visitors can see three main pits filled with soldiers, though many statues remain unexcavated (未挖掘的) to protect their colours from fading(褪色). Scientists continue to study and restore the warriors using modern technology.
To preserve the site, visitors must follow rules: no touching the statues, no flash photography, and no loud noises. “These warriors have survived for centuries, and we must protect them for future generations,” says museum guide Zhang Lin.
(
B
)16. Where were the Terracotta Warriors discovered?A. In Beijing.
B. In Xi'an.
C. In Nanjing.
D. In Shanghai.
(
D
)17. How long did it take to build the terracotta army?A. About 10 years.
B. About 20 years.
C. About 30 years.
D. About 40 years.
(
A
)18. Why are many statues still unexcavated?A. To keep their colours from fading.
B. Because they are too heavy to move.
C. To save money for the museum.
D. Because they are not important.
(
B
)19. What is NOT allowed for visitors at the site?A. Taking photos.
B. Touching the statues.
C. Walking quietly.
D. Reading information boards.
(
B
)20. What is the main purpose of the terracotta army?A. To attract tourists.
B. To protect the emperor in the afterlife.
C. To show ancient art.
D. To train soldiers.
答案
16. B 17. D 18. A 19. B 20. B
