A
The Kimono, a Japanese garment, became popular during the Edo period, which lasted from 1603 to 1868. High-class samurai, who had traditionally made a name for themselves through combat, turned instead to bright, beautiful clothing to demonstrate their status.
The growing merchant class, who were of lower status, began to develop new kimono styles during the Edo period. These merchants showed off their growing wealth by wearing kimonos of distinctive patterns and materials. The upper classes responded with laws forbidding merchants from wearing certain colors and using materials such as silk. In response, the merchants used subtle details to add beauty to their kimonos.
Kimonos decreased in popularity. during the Meiji period (1868-1912) as the Japanese adopted Western clothing. Men were encouraged to wear Western styles during daily life and at official functions. During this time, the image of graceful women in kimonos came to represent a connection to traditional Japanese culture and values.
Today, the kimono is experiencing a revival. Japanese women of all ages are wearing these garments again. Here are some traditional rules for wearing a kimono:
● Kimonos are always worn with the left side of the garment covering the right side in front. It is considered bad luck to cover the left side of the garment with the right.
● Kimonos with wide sleeves that hang down below the knees are only worn by young, single women. These kimonos have bright, colorful patterns.
● A kimono is held in place by a wide, cloth belt, called an obi. Part of the obi is lied to make a bow. The obi must be worn so that the bow is centered on the woman' s back.
● On formal occasions, only white socks should be worn with a kimono. Colorful socks are best for casual get-togethers.
1. What is one purpose of this article?
A. To describe jewelry used to decorate kimonos.
B. To analyze the impact of kimonos on global fashion.
C. To explain the skills needed to tailor kimonos.
D. To trace the origin and development of kimonos.
2. What does the article imply about the upper classes during the Edo period?
A. They shared many details about kimonos with merchants.
B. They disapproved of merchants wearing unique kimonos.
C. They expressed their appreciation to kimono merchants.
D. They were still unaware that merchants liked kimonos.
3. What does the writer indicate about kimonos during the Meiji period?
A. They dominated the Japanese clothing market.
B. They were produced using new Japanese methods.
C. They fell out of favor among Japanese males.
D. They combined much bolder Japanese designs.
4. According to the article, what will happen if a woman wears the right side of her kimono over the left?
A. She'll feel honest. B. She'll receive praise.
C. She'll bring misfortune. D. She'll be more comfortable.
5. According to this article, who would most likely wear white socks with her kimono?
A. A bride attending her wedding. B. A lady arriving at a family picnic.
C. A young woman shopping with relatives. D. A teenager enjoying her birthday party.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. C 4. C 5. A
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了日本服饰——和服的起源，不同时期的一些发展演变以及一些穿着和服的传统规则等。
【1题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“The Kimono, a Japanese garment, became popular during the Edo period, which lasted from 1603 to 1868. High-class samurai, who had traditionally made a name for themselves through combat, turned instead to bright, beautiful clothing to demonstrate their status.(和服是一种日本服装，在江户时期(从1603年到1868年)开始流行。传统上通过战斗成名的高级武士转而穿上鲜艳、漂亮的衣服来显示他们的地位)”结合文章主要介绍了日本服饰——和服的起源，不同时期的一些发展演变以及一些穿着和服的传统规则等。可推知，这篇文章的目的是追溯和服的起源和发展。故选D。
【2题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段中“The growing merchant class, who were of lower status, began to develop new kimono styles during the Edo period. These merchants showed off their growing wealth by wearing kimonos of distinctive patterns and materials. The upper classes responded with laws forbidding merchants from wearing certain colors and using materials such as silk.(在江户时代，地位较低的商人阶层开始发展新的和服风格。这些商人通过穿着具有独特图案和材料的和服来炫耀他们不断增长的财富。上层社会的回应是颁布法律，禁止商人穿某些颜色的衣服和使用丝绸等材料)”可推知，江户时代的上层阶级不赞成商人穿独特的和服。故选B。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中“Kimonos decreased in popularity. during the Meiji period (1868-1912) as the Japanese adopted Western clothing. Men were encouraged to wear Western styles during daily life and at official functions.(和服的受欢迎程度下降了。在明治时期(1868-1912年)，日本人采用西方服装。男性被鼓励在日常生活和官方场合穿西式服装)”可推知，明治时期的和服在日本男性中不再受欢迎。故选C。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第四段“Kimonos are always worn with the left side of the garment covering the right side in front. It is considered bad luck to cover the left side of the garment with the right.(和服总是用衣服的左边盖住前面的右边。右边盖住衣服的左边被认为是不吉利的)”可知，如果一个女人把和服右边盖住了左边，她会带来不幸。故选C。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“● On formal occasions, only white socks should be worn with a kimono. Colorful socks are best for casual get-togethers.(●在正式场合，穿和服只能穿白袜子。色彩鲜艳的袜子最适合休闲聚会)”可推知，A选项“参加婚礼的新娘” 最可能在穿和服时穿白袜子。故选A。
