二、阅读理解
The Terracotta Warriors, discovered accidentally by farmers digging a well in 1974 in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most famous cultural treasures in China. These life-sized clay soldiers, horses, and chariots were created over 2,200 years ago to guard the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of a unified China.
What makes the Terracotta Warriors truly amazing is their large scale and detailed parts. There are over 8,000 individual figures, each with different facial expressions, hairstyles, and even the armour(盔甲) that reflects their rank in the army. Some hold real bronze weapons like swords and crossbows, which remain sharp today due to an ancient metal-protecting technique. The army is arranged in battle formations, including foot soldiers, soldiers on horseback, and war carts, giving a vivid picture of Qin Dynasty military power.
When first unearthed, many warriors still had signs of colourful paint, but the colours faded quickly after exposure to air. Modern technology now helps save these relics. For example, archaeologists use special chemicals to protect newly discovered figures from oxidation. Despite these challenges, the Terracotta Warriors continue to attract millions of visitors worldwide, who are amazed by the craftsmanship and historical significance of this "Eighth Wonder of the World".
This ancient army not only displays China's rich history but also serves as a bridge connecting the past and present. It reminds us of the wisdom and big dreams of a civilization that built for eternity(不朽).
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C
) 1. Why do the bronze weapons of the Terracotta Warriors remain sharp today?
A. Because they were made of a special metal.
B. Because they were kept underground for a long time.
C. Because of an ancient metal-protecting technique.
D. Because archaeologists used chemicals on them.
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D
) 2. What happened to the paint on the warriors soon after they were dug out?
A. It became more colourful.
B. It was cleaned by archaeologists.
C. It was protected by special chemicals.
D. It faded quickly.
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A
) 3. What can we infer from the passage about the army formations?
A. The Qin Dynasty had a powerful and well-organized military.
B. The soldiers were not well-trained.
C. The war carts were the most important part of the army.
D. The army was only for showing, not for real fights.
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C
) 4. What is the passage mainly about?
A. The story of how farmers found the Terracotta Warriors.
B. The different types of soldiers and weapons in the ancient army.
C. The importance and amazing features of the Terracotta Warriors.
D. The methods used to save the Terracotta Warriors today.
