Did you know that London is one of the most multicultural cities in the world? Here, there are about 300 different cultures living side by side. Forget tea and sandwiches, now it is more common for a Londoner to drink cappuccino for breakfast, and eat Thai food for lunch in the local pub. Let’s see how life has changed in Britain’s capital.
A India
Most people from India arrived in London in the 1950s and 60s. Now there is a strong Asian presence here – in the shops, markets and, of course, the restaurants. In fact, curry is Britain’s favorite takeaway meal. A typical family has a curry every two weeks, either delivered or bought ready-made from the supermarket. Indian people live all over London. Southall, in the far west of the city, is one of many places well known for its Indian culture.
B Poland
This community represents more than 1% of the UK’s total population and is growing rapidly. In London, many Polish people live in the Hammersmith area, in the west of the city. Here, there are several Catholic churches, and delicatessens which sell the country’s specialities such as beetroot soup (barszcz) or Polish cakes and snacks. Were they right to come? Young Poles say they can easily earn three times as much money here as at home, where unemployment remains high.
C West Africa
West Africans – mainly from Ghana and Nigeria – have brought a wealth of languages, music and culture to the British capital. Many London markets sell their traditional foods like yams and different types of rice. A lot of Nigerians live in the south-east London area, in suburbs like Deptford.
1、When did most people from India arrive in London?
A、The 1950s and 60s.
B、The 1950s.
C、The 1960s.
2、How often does a typical family have a curry?
A、Two times.
B、Every two weeks.
C、Two weeks.
3、Where do many Polish people live?
A、The east of the city.
B、Catholic churches.
C、The Hammersmith area.
4、Why do Polish people come to London?
A、They can earn three times as much money in the UK.
B、Unemployment remains high in the UK.
C、They are growing rapidly.
5、What kind of traditional West Africa foods do markets sell?
A、Ghana and Nigeria.
B、Languages,music and culture.
C、Yams and different types of rice.
第1题
A China
Chinese people first came to Britain 1 1885. The first arrivals were mostly seamen 2 worked on steamships. In the 1950s, many Chinese people settled in the central Soho area of London. This area is 3 Chinatown. Here, you can experience a taste of China by 4 in London’s best Chinese 5 and shopping for Chinese vegetables, herbal medicines and gifts.
B The Caribbean
During the 1950s, people from the Caribbean islands 6 in London to start a new life. Their reggae music, steel drums and culture 7 all now part of the capital’s atmosphere, especially during the Notting Hill Carnival, Europe’s 8 and most vibrant street party. When does it 9 place? You can catch it every year at the end of August. One of the 10 of the Caribbean community is in Brixton, in the south of London.
1 A on B at C in
2 A whom B who C whose
3 A called B call C calling
4 A eating B eat C to eat
5 A hotels B bars C restaurants
6 A got B arrived C reached
7 A is B will be C are
8 A largest B smallest C newest
9 A make B take C give
10 A tents B cents C centres
第4题
A.a large pot for cooking
B.diversity of people in the culture
第7题
The U. S.A.is known as a "Melting Pot" for its mixture of ______.
A.religions
B.nationalities
C.climates
D.habits
第10题
A.It is painful
B.It is changeable
C.It is wonderful
D.It is a melting Pot
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