International Workers’ Day is celebrated worldwide on May 1. It honors all working people. Workers help build societies and make economies grow. In China, this day is a public holiday. It teaches people to value hard work.
History of the Day
The day started in the 19th century. Workers fought for an 8-hour workday. Now over 80 countries mark May 1 as Workers’ Day. China made it an official holiday in December 1949. Since 1950, China has honored model workers every few years.
Celebrations in China
During the holiday, Chinese cities hold events. There are music shows and award ceremonies. People learn to respect workers and value skills.
Different Dates Worldwide
Most Asian countries celebrate on May 1. These include China, Vietnam, and Indonesia. European nations like France and Germany also celebrate on this day. African countries such as Egypt follow this tradition too. Nearly all Latin American countries choose May 1.
Some countries pick other dates. The US and Canada celebrate on September’s first Monday. Australia has different dates across its states. New Zealand chooses the fourth Monday in October. These choices show how cultures mix work traditions with local history.
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1.1. What is the main purpose of International Workers’ Day?
A To honor working people.
B To celebrate spring festivals.
C To remember historical wars.
D To promote school activities.
解析：选A。A 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“honors all working people”可知，劳动节是为了致敬劳动者。故选A。
2.2. When did China first celebrate International Workers’ Day?
A In 1949.
B In 1950.
C In 1989.
D In 1980.
解析：选B。B 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“China made it an official holiday in December 1949”可知，我国在1949年12月确立国际劳动节为5月1日，由此可知我国是从1950年开始庆祝国际劳动节。故选B。
3.3. What can we learn from Chinese celebrations?
A People focus on singing and dancing.
B Workers’ skills are not highly valued.
C Society respects workers’ efforts.
D Factories hold cooking competitions.
解析：选C。C 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“People learn to respect workers and value skills”可推知，社会尊重劳动者的贡献。故选C。
4.4. Which region is NOT mentioned as celebrating on May 1?
A North America.
B Africa.
C Europe.
D Latin America.
解析：选A。A 推理判断题。根据第四五段可知，亚洲、欧洲、非洲和拉美国家在5月1日庆祝劳动节，美国和加拿大（北美洲）在9月的第一个星期一庆祝劳动节。故选A。
5.5. What does “choices” refer to in the last sentence?
A Traditions.
B Countries.
C Dates.
D Weathers.
解析：选C。C 词意指代题。根据划线部分前文的“Some countries pick other dates”可知，部分国家选择其他“日期”作为劳动节。即这里的选择指的就是“日期”。故选C。
