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Thailand is a country with a long and rich history. It is also one of those countries which have many traditions which modern times fortunately have not affected. Thailand is famous for its unique culture. It is well worth noting that Thai culture has been handed down from one generation to the next.
Thai Classical Dance
The inspiring culture includes local music and wonderful Thai dances. The dances of course have something to do with its deep-rooted Buddhist religion, fighting arts and beautiful clothing. Thai classical dance performances are generally performed by gracious (高雅的) Thai ladies wearing beautiful Thai local costumes. Most resort (旅游胜地) areas and many hotels frequently offer these Thai culture dance shows for foreign visitors.
Thai Greeting
The unique Thai gesture of greeting another person, the wai, is especially one of the great aspects of Thai culture. The wai is when a person joins both hands to either head or chest level while bending their head slightly towards his hands. This way of greeting is especially done when a younger person greets an older person and it indicates a sign of respect to their elders. Employees would also wai their managers even if the manager would be younger than themselves.
Bangkok
Bangkok is the culture center of Thailand and has been the Thai capital since the end of the eighteenth century. Observing Thai culture in Bangkok can be great experience as the combination of modern times and traditions have created a kind of unique atmosphere. Bangkok offers a package of Thai culture which is shown by numerous beautiful Buddhist temples and many examples of modern Thai architecture.
Bangkok National Museum
Another location in Bangkok where one can enjoy and see Thai culture is at the famed Bangkok national museum, which offers tourists an opportunity to view national treasures and unique Thai art pieces with its culture feature dating back as early as the late sixteenth century.
1. Thai classical dance is related to ________.
A. its living level and education B. its history and architectural style
C. its customs D. its religious belief
2. In Thailand a worker uses the gesture, the wai , to greet________.
A. his close friend. B. a young stranger.
C. his younger colleagues. D. his young boss.
3. What make Thai culture in Bangkok so unique?
A. The long history and fine weather of Bangkok.
B. The mixture of the modern culture and traditions.
C. A number of beautiful Thai Buddhist temples
D. Many examples of modern Thai architecture.
【答案】1. D 2. D 3. B
【解析】
【分析】这首一篇说明文。文章从四个方面介绍了泰国文化的独特之处。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“The dances of course have something to do with its deep-rooted Buddhist religion, fighting arts and beautiful clothing. (这些舞蹈当然与根深蒂固的佛教信仰、武术和美丽的服装有关。)”可知，泰国古典舞与它的宗教信仰有关。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Employees would also wai their managers even if the manager would be younger than themselves.( 即使经理比自己年轻，员工也会用wai的方式问候。)”可知，在泰国一个员工会用wai的方式向自己的年轻老板问候。故选D。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“Observing Thai culture in Bangkok can be great experience as the combination of modern times and traditions have created a kind of unique atmosphere. (在曼谷遵守泰国文化是一种很棒的体验，因为现代和传统的结合创造了一种独特的氛围。)”可知，现代文化与传统文化的融合使曼谷的泰国文化独具特色。故选B。
