四、阅读理解。
新素材 传统文化 ① For centuries, Chinese people have used folding fans to cool themselves and have regarded them as a symbol of culture and wisdom. Among them, the Rongchang folding fan, which is from Chongqing's Rongchang District, is one of the most famous. In 2008, it was listed as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage.
② The history of Rongchang folding fans dates back to the Ming Dynasty. At that time, Rongchang became a centre for handmade fan production because of its high-quality bamboo and skilled workers. Over time, the fans have become well-known for being strong and beautiful.
③ Creating a Rongchang folding fan is a highly skilled process.
④ Making each fan requires over 70 steps, including cutting and painting. Workers usually spend years learning these skills to make sure the fans meet high standards.
⑤ During the process, one of the most important parts is to choose the material. Workers need to use thin but strong bamboo, making fans easy to carry. At the same time, the material makes Rongchang folding fans special.
⑥ As dynasties rose and fell, the Rongchang folding fan continually reinvented its cultural role. From being a tool to a cultural symbol, it shows that true craftsmanship not only serves practical needs, but also carries cultural meanings.
⑦ In ancient China, many of Rongchang folding fans were hand-painted with traditional Chinese calligraphy(书法) or paintings, turning each one into a piece of art. Poets wrote poems on them, and performers used them in traditional dances and operas.
⑧ Though fewer people need hand-held fans nowadays, Rongchang folding fans are popular among collectors and are often given as cultural gifts. Old workers are not only training the next generation but also exploring creative designs to attract more young people. Rongchang folding fans have become a living art form that continues to spread to more people.
1. What makes Rongchang folding fans special?
A. Their large size and heavy weight.
B. Their thin but strong bamboo.
C. Their modern and creative designs.
D. Their famous and beautiful paintings.
2. What does the writer think of the future of Rongchang folding fans?
A. Hopeful.
B. Difficult.
C. Doubtful.
D. Uncertain.
3. What is the main purpose of the passage?
A. To encourage more people to buy Rongchang folding fans.
B. To compare Rongchang folding fans with other types of fans.
C. To teach young people how to make a Rongchang folding fan.
D. To introduce the history and importance of Rongchang folding fans.
4. 新考法 篇章结构 Which of the following shows the structure of the passage?

5. Which of the following is TRUE about Rongchang folding fans?
A. Rongchang folding fans were only used to cool people in ancient times.
B. The process of making a Rongchang folding fan is simple and easy.
C. Rongchang folding fans have lost their cultural value now.
D. Poets and performers in ancient China used Rongchang folding fans in their works and performances.