短文填空It is believed that Chinese knotting, also known as zhongguojie, originated for recording information and exchanging messages {#blank#}1{#/blank#} writing was invented. Over the past thousands of years, knots {#blank#}2{#/blank#} (play) an important part in the life of Chinese. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} (initial), Chinese knots acted as good -luck charms to drive away evil spirits. Today, Chinese knots are widely used to decorate homes during festivities.
A major characteristic of Chinese knots is that they are often tied from a single continuous length of string. The knots are commonly named {#blank#}4{#/blank#} the shape it takes. Chinese knots are created in a {#blank#}5{#/blank#} (various) of colors such as gold, green, blue, or black, though the most commonly used color is red, {#blank#}6{#/blank#} symbolizes good luck and prosperity.
Crafting the Chinese knot is a three-step process {#blank#}7{#/blank#} (involve) tying knots, tightening them and adding the finishing touches. The knots {#blank#}8{#/blank#} (pull) tightly together and are strong enough to be used for binding or wrapping, making them very practical.
Today, most of such knots are often mass manufactured in factories. Skilled knot artists weave complex knots that you might see {#blank#}9{#/blank#} (sell) as souvenirs that you can take back with you. If you have time, why not try your hand at it? Perhaps these age-old charms can add {#blank#}10{#/blank#} touch of good luck to your daily life?
