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This year, like lots of other people, Im going to try to make my own Christmas presents. Its not the first time that Ive promised myself this. Being a milliner, and an all-round crafty type, Ive often thought I should put my money where my mouth is. But this year Im really going to stick to it. Its partly that Im short of cash, but also that Ive recently returned from an inspiring trip around Britain, looking into make do and mend for BBC2s Newsnight.
I dreamed up the trip a few months ago. The thought of traveling the country--making things as I went, meeting artists and craftspeople--sounded like the perfect way to spend the summer. Id pack a tent and a sewing machine and off Id go. But by the time I finalized my plans and hit the road, leaves were already crunching under foot. It seemed crazy to camp with winter on the way; instead, Newsnight viewers offered me board and lodging in return for help with a craft task. There was an overwhelming response.
My tasks ranged from darning a moth-eaten monks jumper to making trousers for a stilt walker. Textile students in Harpenden offered to pay for my petrol in return for a talk about hats. In Derby, Amy needed help to transform an old pair of curtains.
I was really struck by peoples growing enthusiasm for making things. I asked a WI group in Sheffield how many could sew, and only a few put up their hands. But when I asked who wanted to learn, nearly everyone responded positively. At the Textile Workshop in Nottingham, the number of classes on offer has doubled in a year, and a knitting club in Leeds is growing by the week.
Craft is definitely fashionable at the moment. But over and above fashion, were learning to appreciate effort and quality again. Perhaps once people rediscover the pleasure to be gained from making something unique, it may stick.
Sue Pilchard is curator of quilts at the VA, where next spring shell be putting on the museums first major quilting exhibition. Sue believes the return to crafting is wrapped up in how we are redefining ourselves. Theres certainly a movement.., towards a new domesticity. People, especially women, are starting to think about the way they live their lives. Its 40 years since the first womens liberation conference was held in Oxford. Since that time weve been in the workplace, and weve had the opportunity of choice. Now were deliberately choosing to go back into the home.
Whether you agree with that or not, theres something about Christmas that brings out the artistic streak in everyone. Whether its baking mince pies or decking the halls, were all prepared to have a go. So if you fancy pushing the boat out and making a few presents, try these really simple ideas, each inspired by my recent journey. They make ideal stocking fillers or small gifts, and take no longer than 30 minutes each. Play some carols, settle down with a steaming cup of cocoa, and forget the cold. Youll save yourself a bit of money and spread a little bit of love too!
1. The author promised to make herself a Christmas present this year mainly because
A. she wanted to save money.
B. she couldnt afford to buy one.
C. she was inspired by her trip for a BBC2 program. D. A lot of people make presents themselves.
2. Which of the following is CORRECT about the authors trip to Britain?
A. She met many artists and craftsmen on her way to Britain.
B. She spent a whole summer in Britain making crafts.
C. She was asked to sew clothes, pants and curtains and made a fortune.
D. Many people were found to be interested in making things themselves.
3. When was the author probably on her trip to Britain?
A. Spring.
B. Late Summer.
C. Late Autumn.
D. Winter.
4. According to the passage, through crafting people learn to
A. appreciate the efforts in manual things.
B. keep up with fashion.
C. stick to something interesting.
D. understand craft better.
5. What is the authors view on homemade Christmas presents?
A. Making Christmas presents can just convey a bit of your love.
B. It would take long time to prepare a Christmas present.
C. You can drink a cup of hot cocoa when you make preparations.
D. People can find their artistic talent in making Christmas presents.
【文章概要】
本文描述了作者自制圣誕禮物及感想。首段介紹作者為何下定決心給自己制作圣誕禮物;第2段描繪她的旅程;第3-4段描述旅途中所發生的事情：她幫別人做手工藝品，同時也碰到了很多想學的人;第5-6段闡述作者及Sue Prichard對手工制品的觀點;最后一段表明作者對于自制圣誕禮物的看法：即能省錢又能表達愛意。
【答案解析】
1.因果細節題?？疾樽髡邲Q定自制圣誕禮物的原因，定位到第1段。根據第1段最后兩句可知，作者之所以堅持今年自制圣誕禮物的真正原因是她的英國之旅激勵了她。故C是答案。
2.細節判斷題。第2段簡述她的英國之旅遠非所想象的一樣浪漫，在旅途中她靠給別人做手工活而解決了食宿。并且了解到很多人都想學做手工藝品。因此選項D符合題意。A、B是未啟程之前作者自己的想象;她此行的目的不是賺錢，C錯。
3.細節判斷題。第2段提到，作者最終定下旅行計劃，開始上路時，已是深秋。C為正確答案。
4.細節判斷題。定位到第5段，根據第5段的第2句可知，手工藝品之所以受歡迎除了流行外，我們學會了珍惜勞動、領略手工藝品的價值。因此A符合題意。
5.觀點態度題?？疾樽髡邔ψ灾剖フQ禮物的看法，定位到最后一段。根據最后一段首句可知，作者認為自制圣誕禮物能激發個人藝術潛能，D正確。 A錯在just;該段提到，有些小禮物在30分鐘內便可制作完成，B與原文表述不符。C不是作者對制作圣誕禮物的看法。
This year, like lots of other people, Im going to try to make my own Christmas presents. Its not the first time that Ive promised myself this. Being a milliner, and an all-round crafty type, Ive often thought I should put my money where my mouth is. But this year Im really going to stick to it. Its partly that Im short of cash, but also that Ive recently returned from an inspiring trip around Britain, looking into make do and mend for BBC2s Newsnight.
I dreamed up the trip a few months ago. The thought of traveling the country--making things as I went, meeting artists and craftspeople--sounded like the perfect way to spend the summer. Id pack a tent and a sewing machine and off Id go. But by the time I finalized my plans and hit the road, leaves were already crunching under foot. It seemed crazy to camp with winter on the way; instead, Newsnight viewers offered me board and lodging in return for help with a craft task. There was an overwhelming response.
My tasks ranged from darning a moth-eaten monks jumper to making trousers for a stilt walker. Textile students in Harpenden offered to pay for my petrol in return for a talk about hats. In Derby, Amy needed help to transform an old pair of curtains.
I was really struck by peoples growing enthusiasm for making things. I asked a WI group in Sheffield how many could sew, and only a few put up their hands. But when I asked who wanted to learn, nearly everyone responded positively. At the Textile Workshop in Nottingham, the number of classes on offer has doubled in a year, and a knitting club in Leeds is growing by the week.
Craft is definitely fashionable at the moment. But over and above fashion, were learning to appreciate effort and quality again. Perhaps once people rediscover the pleasure to be gained from making something unique, it may stick.
Sue Pilchard is curator of quilts at the VA, where next spring shell be putting on the museums first major quilting exhibition. Sue believes the return to crafting is wrapped up in how we are redefining ourselves. Theres certainly a movement.., towards a new domesticity. People, especially women, are starting to think about the way they live their lives. Its 40 years since the first womens liberation conference was held in Oxford. Since that time weve been in the workplace, and weve had the opportunity of choice. Now were deliberately choosing to go back into the home.
Whether you agree with that or not, theres something about Christmas that brings out the artistic streak in everyone. Whether its baking mince pies or decking the halls, were all prepared to have a go. So if you fancy pushing the boat out and making a few presents, try these really simple ideas, each inspired by my recent journey. They make ideal stocking fillers or small gifts, and take no longer than 30 minutes each. Play some carols, settle down with a steaming cup of cocoa, and forget the cold. Youll save yourself a bit of money and spread a little bit of love too!
1. The author promised to make herself a Christmas present this year mainly because
A. she wanted to save money.
B. she couldnt afford to buy one.
C. she was inspired by her trip for a BBC2 program. D. A lot of people make presents themselves.
2. Which of the following is CORRECT about the authors trip to Britain?
A. She met many artists and craftsmen on her way to Britain.
B. She spent a whole summer in Britain making crafts.
C. She was asked to sew clothes, pants and curtains and made a fortune.
D. Many people were found to be interested in making things themselves.
3. When was the author probably on her trip to Britain?
A. Spring.
B. Late Summer.
C. Late Autumn.
D. Winter.
4. According to the passage, through crafting people learn to
A. appreciate the efforts in manual things.
B. keep up with fashion.
C. stick to something interesting.
D. understand craft better.
5. What is the authors view on homemade Christmas presents?
A. Making Christmas presents can just convey a bit of your love.
B. It would take long time to prepare a Christmas present.
C. You can drink a cup of hot cocoa when you make preparations.
D. People can find their artistic talent in making Christmas presents.
【文章概要】
本文描述了作者自制圣誕禮物及感想。首段介紹作者為何下定決心給自己制作圣誕禮物;第2段描繪她的旅程;第3-4段描述旅途中所發生的事情：她幫別人做手工藝品，同時也碰到了很多想學的人;第5-6段闡述作者及Sue Prichard對手工制品的觀點;最后一段表明作者對于自制圣誕禮物的看法：即能省錢又能表達愛意。
【答案解析】
1.因果細節題?？疾樽髡邲Q定自制圣誕禮物的原因，定位到第1段。根據第1段最后兩句可知，作者之所以堅持今年自制圣誕禮物的真正原因是她的英國之旅激勵了她。故C是答案。
2.細節判斷題。第2段簡述她的英國之旅遠非所想象的一樣浪漫，在旅途中她靠給別人做手工活而解決了食宿。并且了解到很多人都想學做手工藝品。因此選項D符合題意。A、B是未啟程之前作者自己的想象;她此行的目的不是賺錢，C錯。
3.細節判斷題。第2段提到，作者最終定下旅行計劃，開始上路時，已是深秋。C為正確答案。
4.細節判斷題。定位到第5段，根據第5段的第2句可知，手工藝品之所以受歡迎除了流行外，我們學會了珍惜勞動、領略手工藝品的價值。因此A符合題意。
5.觀點態度題?？疾樽髡邔ψ灾剖フQ禮物的看法，定位到最后一段。根據最后一段首句可知，作者認為自制圣誕禮物能激發個人藝術潛能，D正確。 A錯在just;該段提到，有些小禮物在30分鐘內便可制作完成，B與原文表述不符。C不是作者對制作圣誕禮物的看法。
