By the Shang Dynasty (around L600-1046BCE), these s【小题1】 had become a well-developed writing system. Over the years, the system developed into different f【小题2】, as it was a time when people were d【小题3】 geographically, leading to many v【小题4】 of dialects and characters. This, however, c【小题5】 under Emperor Qinshihuang of the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BCE).

Emperor Qinshihuang united the seven m【小题6】states into one unified country where the Chinese writing system began to develop in one d【小题7】. That writing system was of great importance in uniting the Chinese people and c【小题8】. Even today, no matter where Chinese people live or what dialect they s【小题9】they can all still c【小题10】 in writing.

Nowadays, more and more countries around the world are holding celebrations for Chinese Spring Festival. What’s more, not only are these 【小题1】 (出席) and enjoyed by Chinese citizens living abroad, but by many other 【小题2】 (国籍), too. It seems that Chinese Spring Festival is becoming a global celebration of joy and love. What do you think of this p【小题3】? Write to us to share your opinion.

When I was a little boy, the dinner on the eve of Spring Festival was what I looked forward to most. It was not only for the delicious food, but for 【小题1】 (我们全家团聚的重要时刻, 定语从句). 【小题2】 (无论他们离家多么远), they would just return in time for it. I would run around the house, listening 【小题3】 (merry) to the adults chatting about their year. I would 【小题4】 (高兴地放烟花), 【小题5】 (用灯笼装饰房子) and put up couplets on the door. In the evening, 【小题6】 (我们一般围坐在桌边), 【小题7】 (享受各种食物) and gathering together again. 【小题8】 (坦率地说), the simple, homemade dishes tasted more delicious than anything 【小题9】 (cook) by a top chef.