2011 is the Year of the Rabbit in China. It began on February 3.The rabbit is a symbol of kindness and a love of beauty in Chinese culture. People born in the Year of the Rabbit are quick-minded. Although they are sometimes shy, they have a strong mind and will try their best to make their dreams come true all their lives.
Rabbit people are talented(有才干的) and are interested in artistic activities, such as music and painting. They are so friendly and well organized that they can be great teachers. There are some famous people who were born in the Year of the Rabbit, such as US actress Angelina Jolie and England soccer star David Beckham. In China,famous director Zhang Yimou and kung fu star Li Lianjie are rabbits, too.
There are some big events in the Year of the Rabbit. The International Horticultural Exposition(世界园艺博览会) is being held in Xi’an. It will last six months, from April to October.
In Britain, the wedding(婚礼) of Prince William of Wales and Kate Middleton took place on April 29.
The 26th World University Games in Shenzhen will happen in August,2011.
小题1:What does “the Year of the Rabbit” mean in Chinese?
                                                 
小题2:What does “rabbit” stand for in Chinese culture?
                                                 
小题3:What will happen in August in Shenzhen?
                                                 
小题4:What are rabbit people interested in?
                                                 
小题5:What do you think of the people born in the Year of the Rabbit?