If you look around, you may see girls wearing hanfu or people wearing T-shirts with Chinese characters(汉字)on the streets. A new trend(趋势)is coming in China—“Guochao”, or “China-chic”.
According to a recent report, searches connected with “Guochao” on Baidu have risen quite a lot since last year. China-chic is happening, but what is it?
The word “Guochao” has appeared along with the growing idea of “Made in China”. “China has recently seen a surge(激增)in young people’s interest in Chinese brands(品牌)and products that include Chinese traditional style and culture. This is a trend known as Guochao,” China Daily explained.
China-chic got people’s attention in 2018. Before that, famous foreign companies ruled the world market. Many Chinese brands followed in the footsteps of these Western brands. But that year, Chinese sportswear brand Li-Ning changed things up.During the 2018 New York Fashion Week, Li-Ning introduced its Taoism-inspired Wu Dao collection(以道教为灵感的悟道系列服饰). The collection not only had a popular look, but also included traditional Chinese culture such as Chinese characters. It caught many people’s eyes at home and abroad at once. After that, Baidu Index showed that Li-Ning’s popularity rose sharply.
Since then, ____▲____, from clothing to food and drinks, mobile phones and electric cars. For example, White Rabbit, whose sweet candy brings back childhood memories for many, introduced its perfume(香水)and lip balm(唇膏).
Now, the “Guochao” trend is moving to the next stage. No matter how it changes, there’s one thing that won’t change. Behind this is people’s pride(自豪)in the country’s development and their growing confidence in national culture.
30. What is “Guochao” according to the passage?
A.Chinese people’s love for Western brands. | B.The growing role of China-made products in foreign countries. |
C.More and more foreigners’ attention to Chinese traditional style. | D.The young’s interest in Chinese brands and Chinese-style products. |
31. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A.Fewer people search “Guochao” on Baidu now. | B.Foreign companies ruled the world market until Li-Ning was founded. |
C.White Rabbit is a brand that reminds many people of their childhood. | D.Li-Ning includes traditional Chinese paintings in its new collection. |
32. What can we infer according to Para 4?
A.Li-Ning has never used Western design in its sportswear. | B.More and more young people will buy Li-Ning products. |
C.Li-Ning has taken the lead in the world market of sportswear. | D.Only young people like Li-Ning’s collection. |
33. Which of the following sentences can be put in the ____▲____?
A.many Chinese products are sold overseas. | B.Li-Ning becomes the best sportswear brand in China. |
C.the “Guochao” trend has covered different areas and products | D.some other Chinese brands have learnt how to sell products well |
34. What does the writer want to show us in this passage?
A.Chinese has no interest in Western brands. | B.Chinese products are better than Western ones. |
C.Chinese brands are well-known all over the world. | D.Chinese are proud of their own country and culture |