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Guyu (Grain Rain) is the sixth solar term in China. It is the last solar term of spring. It comes around April 20. Rain helps crops grow fast during this time. Farmers work hard to protect plants from insects.

The weather gets warm after Grain Rain. But strong winds and sandstorms happen more often in the north. People wear masks when going out.

In southern China, people drink special spring tea. Tea has good things for health. It keeps the body cool. In the north, people eat toona leaves (香椿). This green vegetable makes people strong.

Fishermen start their first trips during Grain Rain. They pray for safety and good luck. Long ago, people thanked sea gods for food. This tradition is over 2,000 years old!

1.1. When does Grain Rain usually start?

A Around March 15.

B Around April 20.

C Around May 10.

解析：选B。B 细节理解题。根据第一段的“It comes around April 20”可知谷雨节气通常在4月20日左右到来。故选B。

2.2. What happens more often in northern China during Grain Rain?

A Strong winds.

B Heavy snow.

C Hot sunshine.

解析：选A。A 细节理解题。根据第二段的“strong winds and sandstorms happen more often in the north”可知谷雨期间，在中国北方，大风和沙尘暴更加频繁。故选A。

3.3. Why do people in southern China drink spring tea during Grain Rain?

A To stay warm.

B To keep cool.

C To celebrate festivals.

解析：选B。B 细节理解题。根据第三段的“keep the body cool”可知，谷雨期间，中国南方的人们会饮用特制的春茶，能帮助身体保持凉爽。故选B。

4.4. What do fishermen do during Grain Rain?

A They plant vegetables.

B They wear masks.

C They start fishing trips.

解析：选C。C 细节理解题。根据第四段的“start their first trips”可知，渔民们在谷雨时节开始首次出海捕鱼。故选C。