听一段对话,回答第 11~12 小题。
() 11. Where will this year's Chinese Calligraphy Awards be held?
A. In Beijing. B. In Nanjing. C. In Shanghai.
() 12. Why does the woman say she is very lucky?
A. Because she will vote for her favourite works.
B. Because she will talk with all the famous calligraphers.
C. Because she will interview some of the most famous calligraphers.

11.C 12.C

听第一篇短文，回答第13～15小题。

() 13. A. healthy B. relaxed C. happy
() 14. A. jogging B. walking C. running
() 15. A. read B. paint C. play

13.B 14.C 15.A

[文化意识] 听第二篇短文，回答第16～20小题。
（）16. How long has the writing brush been in use?
A. For over 2,000 years. B. For over 4,000 years. C. For over 5,000 years.
（）17. According to the article, which city still celebrates the invention of brushes every year?
A. Hengshui. B. Xuancheng. C. Huzhou.
（）18. Why do the Chinese use the hair from a baby's first haircut to make brushes?
A. Because people think that the hair should not be wasted.
B. Because people think that it can bring good luck while taking exams.
C. Because people could not afford the writing brush.
（）19. What does the speaker say about emperors in ancient China?
A. They did not like calligraphy.
B. They were good at calligraphy.
C. They only used writing brushes for painting.
（）20. When do Chinese people start to practise calligraphy with a writing brush?
A. From a very young age.
B. When they become adults.
C. After they retire.

16.C 17.A 18.B 19.B 20.A