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High in the cloudy Yunnan Province, there is a wonderful mountain—Ailao Mountain. It has high peaks(山峰), thick forests, and great lands. This natural beauty is a good place for nature lovers. Let’s start a journey to this charming Ailao Mountain.
Ailao Mountain rises from the ground. It shows the great power of nature. Its peaks are very high, more than 3,000 metres. They are often covered with clouds. When we climb the mountain, we feel very calm and become part of the wild nature.
Ailao Mountain is well known for its many plants and animals. There are a lot of thick forests which are like a green floor. Some very old and tall trees are like quiet watchers of time. Moss-covered(布满青苔的) rocks and waterfalls make the scenery look like a fairyland. It seems that nature has drawn a beautiful picture here.
When we go deeper into the mountain, we can see different kinds of wild animals. Clouded leopards and the endangered Yunnan snub-nosed monkeys live here. These special animals have got used to the land and live well here. We can also hear birds sing all around. Colourful birds fly from a tree to another, and they make the green forest more beautiful.
The cultural traditions of Ailao Mountain are also very interesting. Some ethnic minority groups live here, such as the Yi, Hani, and Dai. Each group has its own special traditions and lifestyles. When we visit the mountain villages, the local people welcome us with big smiles and hugs. They are happy to share their stories and customs with us.
Ailao Mountain is a place where nature and culture meet. It’s a perfect place for those who love exploring the great outdoors while experiencing the rich culture of its people.
() 5. What is Ailao Mountain known for?
A.Its high peaks and cloudy weather.
B.Its rich plants, animals and natural beauty.
C.Its cultural traditions and ethnic minority groups.
D.Its stories and customs in Yunnan Province.
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() 6. Which of the following can be found in Ailao Mountain according to the passage?
A. Moss-covered trees and waterfalls.
B. Birds singing all around the forest.
C. Clouded leopards and Yunnan snub-nosed pandas.
D. Ethnic minority groups like the Yi, Miao, and Dai.
() 7. Which of the following shows the structure of this passage?
A. ①/②③④/⑤⑥
B. ①②/③④/⑤⑥
C. ①②/③④⑤/⑥
D. ①/②③④⑤/⑥
() 8. What is the best title for the passage?
A. Challenges of climbing Ailao Mountain
B. Cultural traditions of Ailao Mountain
C. Natural beauty and local life of Ailao Mountain
D. Experiencing the customs of Ailao Mountain