1     (know) as silk embroidery (刺绣), Chinese embroidery is an art     2     (date) all the way back to the New Stone Age and is quite widespread across China during the reign of the Han Dynasty (202 BC-220 AD). The Song Dynasty (960 AD-1279 AD) saw a peak of development of embroidery in both quantity and quality. It     3     (gradual) developed into     4     art form by combining calligraphy and painting.

Embroidery is a brilliant pearl in Chinese art. From the magnificent dragon robes worn by monarchs     5     the popular embroidery seen in today’s fashions, it adds so much     6     (pleased) to our life and culture.     7     is undeniable is that the Chinese today continue to produce matchless embroidered artworks, some of     8     are expensive pieces of art with high quality.

Chinese embroidery involves a perfect blend of fine arts, aesthetics achievements and     9     (practice) uses. Thus it     10     (consider) as a symbol of China and a nice choice for Chinese souvenirs.

2 . How to stay healthy on holiday

Taking time to relax on holiday may be good for our health.     1    . Here’s how to stay healthy when you travel.

Plan before you go

Besides the stress of organizing your break in the first place, there’s the added anxiety of remembering to buy and pack everything you need, as well as getting where you need to go on time. To avoid this, as soon as you’ve booked your holiday, list the travel documents you’ll need. Check you have them and they’re valid (有效的). Then start packing several weeks in advance, giving yourself time to buy some daily necessities.     2    .

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Try to forget the cares of everyday life. You can achieve this by ensuring you don’t check emails or social media, or feel obligated to use it to record your best holiday moments. Ideally, turn off notices, limit your screen time and try to focus on the present moment. That will enable you to relax and make special memories.

Eat and drink well and mindfully

    4    . Take time to really enjoy all the flavors. However, you should be aware that too many alcoholic drinks can cause “holiday heart”, characterized by an irregular rhythm. What’s worse, if you’re holidaying in a hot climate, that can also result in dehydration (脱水).

Get active

Try a new activity. Consider walking and swimming or tennis.     5    . Remember that being active not only helps you stay fit during the holiday, but also makes you feel fitter and more refreshed once you’re back.