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(2021·昆明诊断)Celebrate the Year of the Pig in London, with the biggest annual Chinese New Year celebrations outside Asia. In 2019, the London celebrations are taking place on 10 February, which is the Sunday following the date of the Chinese New Year (5 February)．
The Chinese New Year Parade
Watch colorful floats (花车) and more than 50 teams take part in the exciting Chinese New Year parade, which usually begins with dragon and lion dances and handcrafted floats in Charing Cross Road, before snaking its way through Shaftesbury Avenue in Chinatown.
Trafalgar Square
The fun in Trafalgar Square often begins with screen shows and a ceremony, followed by fireworks, speeches and the eyedotting ceremony.
Experience traditional dragon and lion dances, ahead of fullfilled stage performances including Chinese dance and music shows, Chinese rock hits, interactive dance sessions and an exciting lineup of artists from China.
The finale gets underway with a variety of wonderful performances and an outstanding fireworks show, which lights up Trafalgar Square to mark the end of the Year of the Pig celebrations.
West End Stages
The London Chinese New Year fun continues across the West End with special performances, workshops and activities. Spot promising BritishChinese artists and Chinese spectrum radio on stage at the community zone at Charing Cross Road.
Take your kid to Leicester Square for Chinese cultural activities and familyfriendly entertainment. See thrilling martial art performances at Shaftesbury Avenue.
Chinatown
Head to Chinatown, where you'll be able to get up close to lion dances and take selfies with Chinese zodiac animals. And sit down for a traditional Chinese New Year meal and joyful treats in one of Chinatown's restaurants.
1．What do we know about Chinese New Year celebrations in London?
A．They are the biggest in the world.
B．They are held every year.
C．They will last for 6 days in 2019.
D．They will begin on a Saturday in 2019.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据第一段第一句可知，在伦敦，每年都会举办一些庆祝中国春节的活动。故B项正确。
2．Where can visitors enjoy a fireworks display?
A．On Shaftesbury Avenue.
B．In Trafalgar Square.
C．At Charing Cross Road.
D．In Leicester Square.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据Trafalgar Square部分中的“The fun in Trafalgar Square often begins with screen shows and a ceremony, followed by fireworks”可知，在伦敦的特拉法尔加广场，游客们可以欣赏到烟花表演。故B项正确。
3．What can visitors do at West End?
A．Take part in an exciting parade.
B．Enjoy traditional dragon dances.
C．Have a taste of Chinese culture.
D．Take photos with zodiac animals.
解析：选C 推理判断题。根据West End Stages部分的内容，尤其是“Take your kid to Leicester Square for Chinese cultural activities and familyfriendly entertainment”可知，游客可以带孩子去伦敦西区的莱斯特广场参加一些中国文化活动。由此可推知，游客在伦敦西区可以体验中国文化。故C项正确。
