保护我们的文化遗产

山东 李全忠

主题语境：文化遗产 篇幅：346词 建议用时：7分钟

文化遗产是我们的身份、历史和传统的重要组成部分。那么我们应该如何保护文化遗产呢？

1We often hear about the importance of cultural heritage.But what is cultural heritage?Cultural heritage implies a shared bond, our belonging to a community.It represents our history and our identity, our bond to the past, to our present, and the future.It includes buildings, monuments,artworks,books,music and other artifacts.

2This non-renewable treasure should be passed down from one generation to another.However, the preservation of cultural heritage is not always guaranteed, and many valuable pieces have been lost or destroyed over time.

3So, what can we do to protect our cultural heritage? The first step is to raise awareness about its importance.People need to understand that cultural heritage is not just a collection of old things.It is also a symbol of our cultural diversity and creativity.We should appreciate and respect it, and encourage others to do so as well.Another way to protect cultural heritage is through legislation (立法).Governments can establish laws and regulations to protect historic sites, buildings and artifacts.Education plays a crucial role in preserving cultural heritage.Schools and universities can teach students about the value of cultural heritage and how to care for it.Museums and other cultural institutions can offer exhibitions and events that show the importance of cultural heritage.Technology can also be a useful tool in protecting cultural heritage.Digitization allows us to preserve and share cultural artifacts with wider audience, while also reducing the risk of damage or loss.Virtual reality can also be used to recreate historical sites and buildings,allowing people to experience them in a new and immersive way.Protecting cultural heritage requires a collective effort.By raising awareness, establishing laws, educating people and using technology, we can ensure that our cultural heritage is preserved for future generations to enjoy and appreciate.

4Cultural heritage passed down to us from our parents must be preserved for the benefit of all.In an era of globalization, cultural heritage helps us to remember our cultural diversity, and its understanding develops mutual respect and renewed dialogue among different cultures.

1.What does paragraph 1 mainly talk about?

A.The function of cultural heritage.

B.The history of cultural heritage.

C.The definition of cultural heritage.

D.The development of cultural heritage.

2.What can museums do when it comes to protecting cultural heritage?

A.Offer exhibitions and events.

B.Show how to care for cultural heritage.

C.Appreciate the importance of cultural heritage.

D.Teach students about the value of cultural heritage.

3.How many suggestions are given overall on protecting cultural heritage?

A.Five.

B.Six.

C.Seven.

D.Eight.

4.Why does the author write paragraph 4?

A.To tell readers a prediction.

B.To call on people to put forward advice.

C.To stress cultural heritage's importance.

D.To introduce a new way of protecting cultural heritage.

Ⅰ.日积月累

representv.代表；意味着

valuableadj.宝贵的；有价值的

awarenessn.认识；意识

creativityn.创造性；创造力

preservev.保存；保护

collectiveadj.集体的；共同的；总体的

diversityn.多样性

mutualadj.相互的；共同的

pass down 传下来的；传递下去

play a crucial role in 在……中起到关键的作用

care for 照顾；关心；喜欢

Ⅱ.单句填空

1.Women are already well ________(represent)in the area of TV drama.

2.Time is your most ________(value)resource,especially in examinations.

3.It is important that students develop an ________(aware) of how the Internet can be used.

4.Young people already play a crucial role ________working for peace.

5.He has a better eye for similarities among cultures than for ________(diverse).

主题应用·语库构建

Ⅰ.主题词汇

heritage 遗产

temple 庙；寺

creative 有创造力的

relic 遗物；遗迹

former 前者的

clue 线索

application 申请表；运用

protest 抗议

preserve 保存；保护；保护区

committee 委员会

loss 损失

department 部；司；科

within 在……之内

promote 促进；提升；推销；晋升

balance 平衡；均匀；使保持平衡

establish 建立；创立

prevent 阻止；阻碍；阻挠

contribution 捐款；贡献；捐赠

fund 基金；专款

investigate 调查；研究

issue 议题；宣布

conduct 行为；实施办法

document 文件；文档；记录；记载

donate 捐赠；赠送；献（血）

disappear 消失；灭绝；消亡

worthwhile 有价值的；值得花时间的

professional 专业的；专业人士

download 下载

archaeologist 考古学家

entrance 入口；进入

pyramid（古埃及的）金字塔；棱锥体

process 过程；加工

cave 山洞；洞穴

tradition 传统；传统的信仰（或风俗）

historic 历史上著名的；有史时期的

overseas 海外的；在海外

mirror 镜子

roof 屋顶

forgive 原谅

digital 数码的

throughout 各处；自始至终

further 更远；进一步

quality 质量

quote 引用

comparison 比较

contrast 对比

identify 确认；认出；找到

forever 永远；长久地

Ⅱ.主题短语

take part in 参与；参加

give way to 让步；屈服

keep balance 保持平衡

lead to 导致

make a proposal 提出建议

be likely to do 有可能做……

turn to 向……求助

prevent...from 阻止；防止

donate...to 向……捐赠……

contribute to 有助于；捐助

make a great contribution to 为……做出巨大贡献

make sure 确保；设法保证

all over the world 在世界各地

come up with 提出

be familiar with 熟悉

make an attempt to do 试图做……

refer to 参考

make a presentation 演示

at the entrance to/of 在……的入口处

take photos of 给……照相

take...down piece by piece 把……一块一块地拆掉

cultural relics 文物

international communication 国际交流

It's worthwhile to do/doing sth 做某事值得

Intangible Cultural Heritage 非物质文化遗产

Material/Tangible Cultural Heritage 物质文化遗产

outstanding folk arts 优秀的民间艺术

traditional crafts 传统工艺

traditional Chinese painting 中国传统绘画

a Chinese paper-cutting exhibition 中国剪纸展览会

Chinese brush painting/ink wash painting

中国水墨画

Chinese knot 中国结

Chinese silk cheongsam 中国丝绸旗袍

Zhongshan suit 中山装

World Heritage Site 世界遗产保护区

Ⅲ.主题美句

1.It is our duty to protect and preserve cultural heritage for future generations.为子孙后代保护和保存文化遗产是我们的责任。

2.Not only had the countries found a path to the future that did not run over the relics of the past, but they had also learned that it was possible for countries to work together to build a better tomorrow.这些国家不仅找到了一条不以牺牲古迹为代价的未来发展之路，而且明白了多国合作创造美好未来的可能性。

3.By sharing so many digital photos about the Mogao Caves over the Internet,the group hopes to promote even wider interest around the world in China's ancient history, culture, and traditions.这个团体通过在网络上分享大量有关莫高窟的数码照片，希望在世界范围内促进人们对中国古代历史、文化和传统的更广泛的兴趣。

4.The government has implemented strict laws and regulations to ensure the conservation of cultural heritage.政府已经实施了严格的法律法规，以确保对文化遗产的保护。

5.Community engagement and involvement are crucial to the successful protection of cultural heritage.社区的参与和投入对成功保护文化遗产至关重要。

6.Carrying the genes and spirit of a nation, cultural heritages are irreplaceable resources for a thriving civilization.文化遗产承载着一个民族的基因和精神，是繁荣文明中不可替代的资源。

7.A huge number of Chinese relics become more and more popular, allowing people from around the world to get to know Chinese culture better.大量的中国文物越来越受欢迎，这让来自世界各地的人们能够更好地了解中国文化。

8.Porcelain, one of ancient China's oldest and greatest inventions, has played a significant role in the country's long history.瓷器是中国古代最古老、最伟大的发明之一，在中国悠久的历史中发挥着重要的作用。

9.Preservation efforts should focus not only on physical structures but also on intangible aspects of cultural heritage,such as traditional knowledge and skills.保护工作不仅应关注物质结构，还应关注文化遗产的非物质方面，如传统知识和技能。

10.Public awareness campaigns are necessary to educate people about the importance of cultural heritage conservation.进行公众意识宣传活动，向人们普及文化遗产保护的重要性是很有必要的。

Ⅳ.主题写作

你校英文报正在进行主题为“World cultural heritage in China”的征文活动，请你写一篇短文投稿，介绍一项中国的世界文化遗产，内容包括：

1.基本情况；

2.文化特色。

注意：

1.词数80左右；

2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

World cultural heritage in China

Ⅴ.主题测评

见P62～P74 自测园地“保护文化遗产，繁荣世界文明”内容。