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传统文化 The drum has existed in Chinese civilization for thousands of years and has a deep spiritual meaning which is more than a kind of musical instrument. The "Drum Dance" was highly regarded by Confucius. It is also the origin of the Chinese phrase guwu which means "embolden(使增加勇气)" in English.
The drum was mentioned in Chinese history in the Pottery Age. The Zhou dynasty set up the drum music institution that was responsible(负责的) for the management of officers known as "drum men" and developed a complete drum music system. From then on,drums came to be used in ancient Chinese practices such as sacrifice(祭祀),military affairs,labour(劳动) and other activities.
In ancient China,agriculture was the main form of production and drums were considered indispensable(不可或缺的) for a good harvest. Since the sound of drums is similar to that of thunder,it was believed that playing the drums could attract rain. So the instrument was used to pray to the gods for good weather and to "communicate" with them.
Drums also played a part in the war. Because of a strong resonance effect(共振效应),the drum's sound could go very far while increasing fear in the hearts of the enemies. So the drum was often used as a military booster.
In the Tang and Song dynasties,the society was developing fast and drums were widely used. The national band,drama,folk art,song and dance,boat racing,lion dance,festival gatherings and labour competitions were all together with the beats of drums. The sound of drums became synonymous(同义的) with celebrations,filling hearts with joy.
Different types of Chinese drums exist today. For example,"Taiping Drum" is used to express peace and prosperity(繁荣) while "Ansai Waist Drum" is meant to show the spirit of the Loess Plateau(黄土高原)and the heroic character of farmers in Northwest China. Kaifeng has "Pan Drum",and Luochuan of Shaanxi Province is known for its "Bie Drum". There are also some cheerful and time-honoured drum dances such as "Fengyang Flower-Drum Dance" in Anhui Province and "Fishing Basket and Shrimp Drum Dance" in Jiangsu Province.
In a word,drum culture reflects the peace and harmony of Chinese society. For thousands of years,Chinese people have always been expecting peace and satisfaction.
Drum culture in China
Introduction The drum appeared thousands of years ago in China. It goes far 1beyond a musical instrument and has a deep effect on history and culture.
In ancient 2times • The 3history of the drum in China can be traced back to the Pottery Age.
• In the Zhou dynasty,a special drum music institution was set up for 4managing officers called "drum men". Meanwhile,a complete drum music system was developed.
• People in ancient China 5prayed for a good harvest in agriculture by playing the drums to attract rain.
• With the fast 6development of the society in the Tang and Song dynasties,drums were widely used in different celebrations and the sound of drums filled people's hearts with joy.
Today Drums of different types are seen across China and they 7contribute a lot to their local culture.
Conclusions • Drum culture reflects the stability and prosperity of Chinese society expected by all the people across the country.
• Your opinion：What do you think of the drum culture in China? 8I think it is an important part of Chinese culture.

答案： 1. beyond 2. times 3. history 4. managing 5. wished/prayed 6. development 7. contribute/mean/matter 8. I think it is an important part of Chinese culture.（言之有理即可）