Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven major states into one 【小题1】 country where the Chinese writing system began to develop 【小题2】 one direction. That writing system was of great 【小题3】 in uniting the Chinese people and culture. Even today, no matter where Chinese people live or 【小题4】 dialect they speak, they can all still communicate in writing.

Written Chinese has also become an important 【小题5】 by which China’s present is connected with its past. People in modern times can read the 【小题6】 works which were written by Chinese in ancient times. The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be 【小题7】 in the development of Chinese characters as an art form, known as Chinese 【小题8】 . which has become an important part of Chinese culture.

【小题9】 China plays a greater role in global affairs, an increasing number of international students are beginning to 【小题10】 China’s culture and history through this amazing language.

Today’s festivals have a wide 【小题1】 of origins, including the seasons of the year, famous 【小题2】, important events, and religions. The 【小题3】 festival is one of the most popular festivals and is celebrated in many cultures. Customs play a 【小题4】 role in festivals,   but they can change over time. For example, many Chinese cities no longer allow 【小题5】 during the Spring Festival, as they can increase air pollution. These days, festivals are becoming more 【小题6】, with people spending more money on gifts. Festivals【小题7】 people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. People are 【小题8】 to spend time with family, and to relax and enjoy life.

Anyone can take part in a virtual choir from 【小题1】—all you need is a video camera and an Internet connection. You do not even need a studio. A virtual choir helps connect 【小题2】 people together. Many people do not have close friends or contacts who have the same interest in music. Many others do not have the chance to join a local choir. A virtual choir 【小题3】 them to add their voices to those of other individuals and become part of the 【小题4】 community. It has proved to be a positive 【小题5】 on the lives of many people. As one virtual choir member said, "Music helps me to ... forget my problems. With music, I become someone else.

Customs play a significant 【小题6】 in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade 【小题7】 and others may be established. One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of 【小题8】 firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. 【小题9】 , many big cities have given up this custom in order to 【小题10】 air pollution. Another example is Halloween, which slowly became an exciting festival for children, in spite of its religious origins.