Qingming is the perfect time for Chinese people to pay respects to ancestors. Meanwhile, it allows us【小题1】(appreciate)the cultural connotation(内涵)of Qingming．Adventures on Qingming Festival 2023,aired on Henan TV and Elephant News on April 4,features【小题2】(celebrity) from the circles of music, dance, and culture. They take the audience on【小题3】magical springtime journey.

Inspired by The Creeping Grass, a famous poem from The Book of Songs, the dance Spring Riverside Beauty 【小题4】(shoot)in March in Xiandu Scenic Resort, Lishui of Zhejiang. In this splendid performance, dancers flutter their broad sleeves and sway softly with moves of classical Chinese dance, recreating the scene 【小题5】women in ancient China joyfully began a springtime outing. The musical skit(音乐短剧)Adventure in Early Spring brings famous Song dynasty paintings 【小题6】life. By【小题7】(organic)weaving many elements together, the skit puts on a humorous show that suits both refined and popular tastes.

Since the Spring Festival Gala in 2021,Henan TV【小题8】(improve) its shows based on Chinese festivals, bringing out the cultural connotations of traditional festivals 【小题9】innovating new ways of presentation, leaving the audience eagerly awaiting what comes next. Adventures on Qingming Festival 2023 showcases the art and culture of Qingming,【小题10】(tap) deeper into the dynamics and hope of Qingming and the emotional value that is unique to the festival through a multitude of songs, dances and instrumental performances.

When Peggy Zheng first stepped into Wangmantian Village in Anhui Province, she was amazed by 【小题1】 primitive it was.

【小题2】 (hide) deep inside a mountainous area 40 kilometers away from the 【小题3】 (near) bus station, Wangmantian attracted Zheng, a handicraft enthusiast from Beijing, because of its fish lantern parade, a folk custom 【小题4】 (date) back more than 200 years.

“The parade is actually held every year around the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the first lunar month, 【小题5】 this year because of COVID-19 , I missed the event and didn’t get to visit the village until June,” she said.

The village still 【小题6】 (look) pretty much like it did a century ago. Ancient buildings and bridges 【小题7】 (construct) in typical Hui-style architecture, a Chinese style that has prevailed in the ancient area of Huizhou, including what is today’s Anhui.

People still live 【小题8】 (happy) in a pre-Internet era, communicating 【小题9】 other by dropping around rather than texting or using mobile phones.

“All the 【小题10】 (family) are more or less related to each other, mostly surnamed Wang,” Zheng said. “It is so safe here that the villagers don’t bother locking their doors during the day.”

Festivals hold a special place in our hearts and they 【小题1】 (celebrate) all around the world. They bring joy, togetherness, and meaning to our lives. But why do we celebrate them?

Firstly, festivals provide an opportunity for people to come together and strengthen social bonds. Whether they are family gatherings during Thanksgiving 【小题2】 community festivities during Chinese New Year, festivals unite us in celebration. They promote harmony among communities, 【小题3】 (encourage) a sense of belonging and mutual respect.

Secondly, festivals offer a break from the routine of daily life, allowing us to relax. They provide an escape 【小题4】 the stresses and worries of work or school. During festivals, we enjoy delicious food, engage in fun activities, and take part in colorful traditions, all of 【小题5】 contribute to our overall well-being.

Additionally, festivals serve as a platform for 【小题6】 (culture) exchange and understanding. They offer the opportunity 【小题7】 (learn) about different customs, traditions and lifestyles. Through participating in or observing festivals from various cultures, we gain a deeper appreciation for diversity and multiculturalism.

Furthermore, festivals often carry symbolic meanings. For example, the rebirth symbolized by festivals like Easter 【小题8】 (reflect) our desire for growth and transformation. 【小题9】 (similar), the Chinese Qingming Festival symbolizes people’s longing for their deceased loved ones.

In conclusion, festivals play a vital role in our lives. So, let’s continue to cherish and celebrate these special 【小题10】 (occasion) with enthusiasm and gratitude.