In China, when a baby is one year old, there is a fun activity called zhuazhou at the birthday party.
On that day, people usually put some food, toys and other things on a table. Then, parents put their baby on the table and the baby can take something from it.
If the baby takes a pen, people may say he or she will be a good writer when he or she grows up. If the baby takes something for cooking, people think he or she will take good care of the family. If the baby takes a cake or a toy, people believe he or she will know how to have a good time in future life.
Zhuazhou has a long history in China. It started in the Southern and Northern Dynasties. And
it became very popular during the Tang and Song Dynasties. Ancient(古代的) people considered(认为) it as one of the most important family activities in life.
Now, zhuazhou is still popular. Many Chinese families still have zhuazhou parties these days.
Zhuazhou, as an old tradition in China, shows people's great love for a new member of their family.
(
B
) 1. There is a zhuazhou party for Bob today. Who is Bob?
A.
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C
) 2. What do people usually think if the baby takes a pen during zhuazhou?
A. The baby will become a good cook in the future.
B. The baby will take good care of the family.
C. The baby will become a good writer.
D. The baby will know how to enjoy life.
(
A
) 3. What does the underlined word "it" in paragraph 4 refer to?
A. Zhuazhou.
B. China.
C. History.
D. Family.
(
D
) 4. How did ancient Chinese people consider zhuazhou?
A. It was just a fun game.
B. It had no special meaning.
C. It was only for rich families.
D. It was one of the most important family activities in life.
(
C
) 5. Why do families still have zhuazhou parties for their babies?
A. To teach the baby about different jobs.
B. To have fun and guess the baby's interests.
C. To show their love and good wishes for the baby.
D. To let the baby play with many different toys.
