Lion dancing first started in China about 1,500 years ago. It has been part of Chinese traditional culture. It is often seen in different celebrations. Chinese people believe that lions can bring good luck.
Of course, the lions are not real lions. Usually, in lion dancing, a lion is made up of two dancers in lion costumes (服装). One dancer controls the head. The other controls the tail. Lion dancing is often performed by one or more lions. They dance to the beat of a drum. In the past, lion dancing was performed mostly by men. But today, women can also join in it.
Lion dancing is popular around the world. In America, there are many lion dancing clubs, which attract many young people. Anthony Huang, aged 16, is a member of the Xiongshi Dance Club in New York. He says, “Lion dancing is important to me. This tradition really lifts me up.” Amanda Tang-Lee, a 17-year-old girl, is from Lion Dance Me, a club in San Francisco. “Anyone can join in lion dancing. Although it is hard for girls, we can do it well,” she says.
Lion dancing is a perfect combination (结合) of sport and art. It will surely spread to more places in the world.
6. When did lion dancing first start in China?
A.About 1,500 years ago. | B.About 2,000 years ago. |
C.About 3,000 years ago. | D.About 4,000 years ago. |
7. In lion dancing, a lion is usually made up of
.
A.Two singers | B.Two runners |
C.Two dancers | D.Two swimmers |
8. Where is the
Xiongshi Dance Club?
A.In London. | B.In New York. |
C.In Paris. | D.In Tokyo. |
9. From the text, we know that Lion Dance Me is
.
A.A toy | B.A book | C.A robot | D.A club |
10. What is the text mainly about?
A.Paper cutting. | B.Kite flying. | C.Lion dancing. | D.Bike racing. |