第二节(共10小题：每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Decorating with Plants, Fruits and Flowers for Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is a (celebrate)markingthe end of the winter season and the beginning of spring. This is whydecorating with plants, fruits and flowers (carry)specialsignificance. They represent the earth (come) backto life and best wishes for new beginnings.
These are some of the most popular in manyparts of the country:
Oranges: Orange trees are more decoration; they are asymbol of good fortune and wealth. They make great gifts and you see them many times (decorate)with red envelopes and messages of good fortune.
Bamboo: Chinese love their "LuckyBamboo" plants and you will see them often in their homes and offices. certain)during the holiday period, this plant is a must. Bamboo plants are associated health, abundance and a happy home. They are easy (care)forand make great presents.
Branches of Plum blossoms(梅花):The (beauty) long branches covered with pink-colored buds (蓓蕾) make fantastic decorations. The plum trees are first to flower even as the snow is melting(融化). They represent the promise of spring and a renewal of life.
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