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2024年6月大学英语四级考试真题（节选）
 
真题原文
Passage 13: The Impact of Cultural Festivals on Local Communities
Cultural festivals have long been a vital part of community life around the world. These events, which celebrate local traditions, history, and arts, play a significant role in strengthening community bonds, preserving cultural heritage, and boosting local economies. From the vibrant colors of Rio's Carnival to the lantern-lit nights of China's Mid-Autumn Festival, cultural festivals offer unique experiences that attract both locals and tourists alike.
One of the key benefits of cultural festivals is their ability to bring communities together. By providing a shared experience, festivals create a sense of belonging and unity among residents. For example, during the annual harvest festival in a small rural town, families gather to participate in traditional activities, share meals, and enjoy performances. These interactions help to reinforce social connections and pass down cultural traditions from one generation to the next.
Cultural festivals also serve as an important platform for preserving and showcasing local cultural heritage. Traditional crafts, music, dance, and cuisine are often highlighted during these events, ensuring that unique cultural practices are not forgotten. In many cases, festivals provide a space for artisans and performers to share their skills and knowledge with younger generations, helping to keep cultural traditions alive.
In addition to their cultural significance, festivals have a positive economic impact on local communities. They attract tourists, which can lead to increased revenue for local businesses such as hotels, restaurants, and shops. For instance, the Venice Carnival generates millions of dollars in tourism revenue each year, supporting local jobs and economic growth. This economic boost can also lead to greater investment in community infrastructure and services.
However, organizing cultural festivals is not without its challenges. One major issue is the need for funding and resources. Hosting a successful festival requires significant financial support, as well as the coordination of various stakeholders, including local governments, businesses, and community organizations. Additionally, there is a need to balance the preservation of cultural authenticity with the demands of modern tourism. Over-commercialization can sometimes dilute the cultural significance of festivals, making them less meaningful for both locals and visitors.
Despite these challenges, the benefits of cultural festivals are clear. They provide a unique opportunity to celebrate and share cultural heritage, strengthen community ties, and support local economies. By carefully managing resources and maintaining a focus on cultural authenticity, communities can ensure that their festivals remain vibrant and meaningful for generations to come.
 
翻译
第十三篇：文化节日对当地社区的影响
文化节日一直是世界各地社区生活的重要组成部分。这些活动庆祝当地的传统、历史和艺术，在加强社区联系、保护文化遗产和促进当地经济发展方面发挥着重要作用。从里约热内卢狂欢节的绚丽色彩到中国中秋节的灯笼之夜，文化节日提供了独特的体验，吸引了当地居民和游客。
文化节日的一个关键好处是它们能够将社区聚集在一起。通过提供共同的体验，节日在居民中创造了归属感和团结感。例如，在一个小镇的年度丰收节期间，家庭聚集在一起参加传统活动，分享美食并享受表演。这些互动有助于加强社会联系，并将文化传统从一代传到下一代。
文化节日也是保护和展示当地文化遗产的重要平台。传统手工艺、音乐、舞蹈和美食通常在这些活动中被突出展示，确保独特的文化实践不会被遗忘。在许多情况下，节日为工匠和表演者提供了一个空间，让他们与年轻一代分享他们的技能和知识，帮助保持文化传统的活力。
除了文化意义外，节日对当地社区还有积极的经济影响。它们吸引游客，从而为当地企业（如酒店、餐馆和商店）带来额外收入。例如，威尼斯狂欢节每年通过旅游收入产生数百万美元，支持当地就业和经济增长。这种经济刺激还可以带来对社区基础设施和服务的更大投资。
然而，组织文化节日并非没有挑战。一个主要问题是需要资金和资源。成功举办节日需要大量的财政支持，以及包括地方政府、企业和社会组织在内的各方利益相关者的协调。此外，还需要在保护文化真实性与现代旅游的需求之间取得平衡。过度商业化有时会稀释节日的文化意义，使其对当地人和游客都失去意义。
尽管存在这些挑战，文化节日的好处是显而易见的。它们提供了一个独特的机会，来庆祝和分享文化遗产，加强社区联系，并支持当地经济。通过谨慎管理资源并专注于文化真实性，社区可以确保他们的节日在未来几代人中保持充满活力和意义。
 
阅读理解题目
What is the main purpose of cultural festivals according to the passage?
A. To attract tourists
B. To preserve cultural heritage
C. To boost local economies
D. To strengthen community bonds
Which of the following is a benefit of cultural festivals mentioned in the passage?
A. Increased tourism revenue
B. Reinforcement of social connections
C. Preservation of traditional crafts
D. All of the above
What is a challenge in organizing cultural festivals according to the passage?
A. The need for significant financial support
B. The difficulty in balancing cultural authenticity with tourism demands
C. The coordination of various stakeholders
D. All of the above
What is the impact of over-commercialization on cultural festivals?
A. It enhances the cultural significance of festivals
B. It dilutes the cultural significance of festivals
C. It has no impact on cultural festivals
D. It increases the number of participants
What can be inferred about cultural festivals from the passage?
A. They are only important for tourists
B. They play a crucial role in maintaining cultural traditions
C. They are less important than economic development
D. They are primarily focused on entertainment
 
题目解析
正确答案：D
解析：文章指出，文化节日在加强社区联系、保护文化遗产和促进当地经济发展方面发挥着重要作用。因此，选项D“加强社区联系”是正确的。虽然选项A“吸引游客”、选项B“保护文化遗产”和选项C“促进当地经济”都是文化节日的作用，但不是其主要目的。
 
正确答案：D
解析：文章提到，文化节日通过吸引游客增加当地经济收入（选项A），通过共同体验加强社会联系（选项B），并展示传统手工艺、音乐、舞蹈和美食来保护文化遗产（选项C）。因此，选项D“以上全部”是正确的。
 
正确答案：D
解析：文章指出，组织文化节日需要大量的财政支持（选项A），需要协调包括地方政府、企业和社会组织在内的各方利益相关者（选项C），并且需要在保护文化真实性与现代旅游的需求之间取得平衡（选项B）。因此，选项D“以上全部”是正确的。
 
正确答案：B
解析：文章提到，过度商业化有时会稀释节日的文化意义，使其对当地人和游客都失去意义。因此，选项B“它稀释了节日的文化意义”是正确的。
 
正确答案：B
解析：文章总结指出，文化节日在庆祝和分享文化遗产、加强社区联系和支持当地经济方面发挥着重要作用。因此，选项B“它们在维护文化传统方面发挥着关键作用”是正确的。选项A“它们只对游客重要”、选项C“它们不如经济发展重要”和选项D“它们主要关注娱乐”都与文章内容不符。
 
翻译与词汇解析
cultural festivals：文化节日
例句：Cultural festivals celebrate local traditions.（文化节日庆祝当地传统。）
community bonds：社区联系
例句：Festivals strengthen community bonds.（节日加强社区联系。）
cultural heritage：文化遗产
例句：Cultural festivals help preserve cultural heritage.（文化节日有助于保护文化遗产。）
over-commercialization：过度商业化
例句：Over-commercialization can dilute the cultural significance of festivals.（过度商业化可能会稀释节日的文化意义。）
stakeholders：利益相关者
例句：Organizing festivals requires the coordination of various stakeholders.（组织节日需要协调各方利益相关者。）