10 . 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。
Tai Chi is par of China’s traditional culture. It is a unique type of Chinese kung fu marked with slow and gentle movements 1 are designed for self-protection, strengthening of body and prevention of diseases. Tai Chi’s movements with deep breathing and relaxation can help promote inner peace and calm, so it is suitable 2 people of different ages.
Tai Chi 3 (date) back as far as 2, 500 years. It is said that Zhang Sanfeng, a 13th-century Taoist, invented Tai Chi after watching 4 fight between a snake and a bird. However, more people tend to believe that Tai Chi 5 (develop) on the basis of martial arts skills by Chen Wangting, a l7th-century master of Chinese martial arts.
In general, it is believed that Tai Chi can slow down aging, strengthen muscles, and aid in the treatment of heart disease, skin diseases and many other 6 (illness). Besides, Tai Chi can improve mood if people are worried or depressed. According to some studies, 7 (practice) Tai Chi on a daily basis can also help people get a 8 (good) sleep. With so many benefits of Tai Chi, more and more people begin to pick up this 9 (amaze) Chinese traditional sport to improve the quality of 10 (they) life.