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The art of paper-cutting in China may date back to the second century, since paper 1 (invent)by Cai Lun in the Eastern Han Dynasty in China. As paper became more affordable, paper0cutting became one of the most important 2 (type) of Chinese folk art. Later, 3 different regions adopting their own cultural styles, this art form spread to other parts of the world. 4 (usual), the artworks are made of red paper, as red is associated with 5 (happy) in Chinese culture, but other colors are also used.
With 6 (it) long history, paper-cutting, 7 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 8 (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 and bat designs suggest a family with 9 large number of children and grandchildren. Birds, livestock, fruit, fish and worms are also familiar objects 10 (accept) by Chinese farmers. In a word, papercuts used in different occasions have different meanings.