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课外拓展阅读——用英语传播中国文化
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
It is believed that Chinese knotting,also known as zhongguojie, intended __1__ recording information and exchanging messages __2__ writing was invented. Over the past thousands of years, knots have played an important part in the life of Chinese. Initially, Chinese knots __3__ (act) as goodluck charms to drive away evil spirits. Today, Chinese knots are widely used to decorate homes during festivities.
__4__ major characteristic of Chinese knots is that they are often tied from a single continuous length of string. The knots are commonly named after the shape it takes. Chinese knots are created in a variety of colors such as gold, green, blue, or black, though the most commonly used color is red, __5__ symbolizes good luck and prosperity.
Crafting the Chinese knot is a threestep process __6__ (involve) tying knots,tightening them and adding finishing __7__ (touch). The knots __8__ (pull) tightly together and are strong enough to be used for binding or wrapping, making them very __9__ (practice).
Today, most of such knots are often mass manufactured in factories. Skilled knot artists weave complex knots that you might see __10__ (sell) as souvenirs that you can take back with you. If you have time, why not try your hand at it? Perhaps these ageold charms can add a touch of good luck to your daily life?
1.________ 2.________ 3.________ 4.________
5.________ 6.________ 7.________ 8.________
9.________ 10.________
答案:1.for 2.before 3.acted 4.A 5.which
6.involving 7.touches 8.are pulled 9.practical 10.sold
Chinese knots can help us connect with the ancients. As the saying goes, “Heaven is not old; love is hard to break, and the heart is like a double screen, with thousands of knots in it.”
中国结能让我们与古人情意相通。正所谓“天不老,情难绝,心似双丝网,中有千千结”。
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