第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)
传统文化阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When talking about Chinese culture, we often think of paper-cutting. Paper-cutting is an art form with a long history in China. Traditional paper-cuts were first put up on windows for decoration(装饰).
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Most paper-cuts are made of red paper, because red means good luck in Chinese culture. Today, people use paper-cuts to decorate not only windows, but also doors and other furniture(家具).
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Paper-cuts are popular as symbols of good wishes and hopes. During the Spring Festival, for example, many people put up paper-cuts of the Chinese character(汉字)“Fu” upside down on the door.
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At wedding ceremonies(婚礼), you can always see paper-cuts of the Chinese character “Xi”. It means that the new couple can enjoy happiness together.
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Paper-cuts from the north of China usually have interesting shapes. In the south of China, people prefer paper-cuts with the themes(主题) of flowers, fruit, birds and fish.
It's quite easy to learn paper-cutting. With a piece of paper and a knife or a pair of scissors, you can try to make your own paper-cuts.
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But you need a lot of practice and imagination to become really good at it.
A. It is our folk art.
B. Paper-cutting is easy to start with.
C. Sometimes, people use them as gifts.
D. They hope that it will bring them good luck.
E. Paper-cutting shows different customs(习俗) in China.
F. That is why paper-cuts are also called “window flowers”.
G. Paper-cutting has developed into different styles in different parts of China.
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