C
Although it is chilly outside in winter, we have heating systems to keep us warm indoors in most parts of North China, and in South China, they at least have air conditioners or electric radiators. But how did ancient people in China keep warm without these modern appliances?
During the Qin (221-206 BC) and Han (206 BC-220) dynasties, temperature adjustable rooms emerged in royal families.It is said that the "temperature adjustable hall" was built with pepper mash daubed on the wall, embroidery tapestries hung on the wall and a thick blanket paved on the ground. Windshield screens and wild goose feather-made curtains were also used to keep cool air outside.
During the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1912）dynasties, a ground heating system was used indoors, which was built by concreting circular flue underground. The charcoal fire smoke would flow through channels to the whole room and raise the temperature indoors.
The ground heating system wasn't invented by Ming and Qing dynasty people. It emerged as early as Wei and Jin dynasties (AD 220-420). The historical record shows that the northeast part of China had used fire pits to keep warm during that time, which functioned similarly as a ground heating.
Censer was often used for heat during ancient times, which was made of two parts: the bottom was a basin and the top was a hollow cover made with flower patterns. Putting coal inside, censers were used as warmers and made into different sizes for hands and feet.
Song Dynasty poet Su Shi had mentioned a kind of cloth resembling a wind coat similar to today's coats in his poem. With the weather getting colder, silk floss or cotton wool was put inside clothes to make them warmer but was still light.
Ancient people were smart in adapting to the environment and had solutions for the chilly winter. In addition to all their equipment, they also drank wine to keep warm, just like modern people in North China.
28. Why things like heating systems and air conditioners are mentioned in the first paragraph?
A. To attract readers’ attention.
B. To make the passage interesting
C. To introduce the topic to talk about.
D. To tell readers how people keep cool.
29. Which of the following is CORRECT according to the passage?
A. Peopleinventedground heating system in MingandQing dynasties.
B. Ancient people also drank wine to keep warm like modern people in the South.
C. Song Dynasty poet Su Shi ever mentioned censers as a way of keeping warm.
D. Ancient people were clever enough to find ways to fight cold weather.
30. This passage is mainly about_________________
A. how ancient people in the world keep warm in winter.
B. different ways people used to deal with cold in ancient China.
C. how the ground heating system in the Ming and Qing dynasties worked.
D. how people put materials like silk floss and cotton wool to keep warm.
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________31_________. In addition, our worries and anxieties can change our understanding of what is reality and what is not. Here is a brief list of techniques that help you deal with the anxious moment.
Stop what you are doing. ____32_____ . A person could get some fresh air, listen to some music, or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things.
Be smart in how you deal with fears and anxieties. _______33_________, because when you try to deal with all of them at once, you are not familiar with them and you will feel very stressed. When facing a current or upcoming task that makes you anxious, break the task into small ones. Completing these smaller tasks once at a time will make the stress more manageable and increase your chances of success.
_______34_________. Most of what you are worrying about never comes true. Even though you are very worried, your worry can not change anything. Instead of worrying about something that probably won’t happen, concentrate on what you are able to do. Then you should leave everything else in the hands of God.
_______35__________. When you face fears and worries that seem very difficult for you to manage, try to calm down and then get the facts of the situation. The key is to take it slow. All you can do is do your best each day, hope for the best, and when something does happen, take it easy. Take it one step at a time and things will work out well at last.
A. Do not try to deal with all the fears and worries at once
B. This will give you the confidence to manage your anxiety
C. Don’t hurry in the face of fears and worries
D. The next time you feel depressed, review your list and think about the good things that you have in your life.
E. Try to do something relaxing when you are feeling anxious
F. Remember that all the worrying in the world will not change anything
G.At times, our worries and anxieties can defeat us
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