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Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 8mins
Every year, _____ people participate in the Mazu pilgrimage.
more than 5 million
some 200,000
Two hundred thousand
5 billion
(Line 2) It is no exaggeration to say that this might just be the world’s largest and wildest birthday party.
What does “this” refer to?
The Mazu pilgrimage.
Mazu's birthday.
The festivities around Taiwan.
The temple authorities.
The festivities ___ end ___ participants have celebrated for 9 days and journeyed over 300 km.
does; when
do not; until
is not; when
are not; until
中翻英: 農曆3月24日 (複選題)
the 23rd day of the third month of the lunar calendar
the 23rd day of the third lunar month
lunar March 23rd
the 23rd of March
Temple authorities at Zhenlan Temple in Dajia _____ 2 half-moon-shaped wooden blocks to _____ the exact starting date and time of the pilgrimage.
cast; determine
throw; depend
abandon; decide
pat; determine
Which temple authorities are responsible for the Mazu pilgrimage?
Zhenlan Temple in Dajia.
Longshan Temple in Wanhua District
Tianhou Temple in Lukang
Xingtian Temple in Zhongshan District
How is the Mazu pilgrimage done by the pilgrims?
Pilgrims set out from Zhenlan Temple on foot and visit more than 100 temples over the course of nine days.
Pilgrims cast 2 half-moon-shaped wooden blocks to determine the date.
Pilgrims pass over the sedan chair which carries a statue of Mazu.
Pilgrims display their devotion to the goddess by making explosive sounds.
In the 2nd and 3rd paragraph, the author uses a less common word order for emphasis. The adverb is placed in a less common position. Find the sentences. (複選題)
Although their strength may wane during the long course, never does their passion and dedication fade.
Rarely can such generosity be seen in a religious event.
They are accompanied every step of the way by a statue of Mazu, which is carried in a sedan chair.
The gathering in fron of Zhelan Temple before the pilgrimage begins is a scene like no other.
What do people do to receive Mazu’s blessing during the pilgrimage?
They kneel or lie face down on the pavement to allow the sedan chair to pass over them.
They offer free food, washing facilities, and accommodations.
They show their hospitality and enthusiasm in the course of the 9 days.
They make explosive sounds of drums, horns, fireworks and firecrackers in the air.
What does the Mazu pilgrimage reflect? (複選題)
Pilgrims' dedication to to Mazu.
The warmth and humanity that are characteristic of Taiwanese people.
The Taiwanese enthusiasm.
The hospitality in Taiwan.
Why does the author say that the Mazu pilgrimage has transformed into more than just a religious ritual?
Because _____
it attracts all manner of people, young and old, foreign and Taiwanese.
UNESCO has recognized it by designating Mazu beliefs and customs a protected living culture.
rarely can such generosity and hospitality be seen in a religious event.
the Mazu pilgrimage is a can't-miss event for visitors to Taiwan
