第二节语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
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The long history of the Chinese Knot dates back to ancient times and   31   people first used knots for fastening, wrapping, hunting and fishing. The knot was developed and   32   an art from during the Tang (AD 618-907) and Song (960-1279) dynasties and later popularized in the Ming and Qing Dynasty (1368-1911 AD).
One major characteristic of decorative knot work is and   33   all the knots are tied using one thread, when and   34  (finish), the knot looks identical from both the front and back. They can come in a variety of colours such as: gold, green, blue or black. and   35  , the most commonly used colour is red. This is because   36   symbolizes good luck and prosperity.
Crafting the Chinese knot is and   37   three-step process, which involves tying, tightening and adding. There are many different shapes of Chinese knots, and   38  (offer) blessings of happiness, love and good luck.
In Chinese, “knot” means reunion, friendliness, and   39  (warm), love, etc. Up to now, the art of the Chinese Knot and   40  (use) in necklaces, buttons and even hangings for cars or mobile phones.