《2025年名校课堂八年级英语上册人教版》

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传统文化 (2024 - 2025·常德市安乡县期末改编) In most countries, people usually eat traditional food on special holidays. A special day in China is Winter Solstice. It usually falls on 21st December. It marks the longest night and the shortest day of the year.
On Winter Solstice, people in China have a special tradition: eating dumplings. Dumplings are a symbol of unity (团结) and wealth. Making dumplings together is a fun way for families to bond.
Here's how to make dumplings:
▶ First, prepare the dough (面团): Mix flour with water until it forms a soft ball. Let it rest for a while.
▶ Next, make the filling (馅料): Chop meat, vegetables, and herbs. Mix them together with salt, soy sauce, and other spices.
▶ Then, roll out the dough: Divide the dough into small pieces. Use a rolling pin (擀面杖) to make each piece into a thin circle.
▶ When all are ready, wrap the dumplings: Place the filling in the dough circle. Fold the circle tightly.
▶ Finally, cook the dumplings: Boil water in a pot. Add the dumplings and cook until they float (漂浮) to the top. This means they're done (熟的).
Winter Solstice is not just a holiday. It's a time to get together with family and friends, and remember the good things in life. Eating dumplings together makes the day even more special.
19. When does Winter Solstice usually fall?
It usually falls on 21st December.
20. What are dumplings a symbol of?
They're a symbol of unity and wealth.
21. How do you know the dumplings are done when cooking?
When the dumplings float to the top, they're done.
22. What do you think of eating dumplings on Winter Solstice?
I think it's a good tradition and gives me many sweet memories. /...
23. 将短文中画线句子翻译成中文。
它标志着一年中最长的黑夜和最短的白天。

答案： 19.It usually falls on 21st December. 20.They're a symbol of unity and wealth. 21.When the dumplings float to the top, they're done. 22.I think it's a good tradition and gives me many sweet memories. /... 23.它标志着一年中最长的黑夜和最短的白天。