The art of paper-cutting in China may date back to the second century, since paper ____(invent) by Cai Lun in the Eastern Han Dynasty in China. As paper became more affordable, paper-cutting became one of the most important____(type) of Chinese folk art. Later,____different regions adopting their own cultural styles, this art form spread to other parts of the world .____(usual), the artworks are made of red paper, as red is associated with____(happy) in Chinese culture, but other colors are also used.

    With ____ (it) long history, paper-cutting,____originated in China, has been very popular among the ordinary Chinese people. People put up papercuts on walls, windows and doors at wedding ceremonies or festivals ____(strengthen) the cheerful atmosphere.

    Chinese papercuts are rich in content. The auspicious (吉祥的)designs symbolize good luck and the avoidance of evil, The child, lotus (莲花) and bat designs suggest a family with ____large number of children and grandchildren. Birds, livestock, fruit, fish and worms are also familiar objects ____(accept) by Chinese farmers. In a word, papercuts used in different occasions have different meanings.