立春至，春意闹
立春至，春意闹

Start of Spring is the first of 24 solar terms(节气). It usually comes on February 4. 
This day marks the start of spring. After Start of Spring, the weather gets warmer. Days become longer. Plants turn green and full of life.
People celebrate with fun customs. They fly kites in the fresh air. Some try to stand eggs upright(直立的) for good luck. Many also eat special foods like spring rolls. These activities bring joy and welcome the new season. 
Start of Spring is a happy time for all.

1.1. Start of Spring is ______________ of the 24 solar terms.

A the first

B the second

C the third

D the last

解析：选A。A细节理解题。第一段第一句“Start of Spring is the first of 24 solar terms”明确指出立春是24节气中的第一个。故选A。

2.2.What change happens after Start of Spring?

A Days get shorter.

B Weather gets warmer.

C Plants turn yellow.

D Weather gets colder.

解析：选B。B细节理解题。第二段提到“After Start of Spring, the weather gets warmer”，说明立春之后天气会变得更暖和。故选B。

3.3.Which activity do people do to celebrate Start of Spring?

A Fly kites.

B Go swimming.

C Watch TV.

D Play chess.

解析：选A。A细节理解题。第三段指出人们的庆祝习俗包含“They fly kites in the fresh air”，放风筝是立春的庆祝活动之一。故选A。

4.4.How is Start of Spring described(描述) at the end?

A A long time.

B A sad time.

C A happy time.

D A hot time.

解析：选C。C细节理解题。最后一段明确指出立春对所有人来说都是快乐的时光。故选C。