( )1. The history of Beijing silk figurines can date back to ______.
A. the Sui dynasty B. the Song dynasty C. the Tang dynasty D. the Ming dynasty
( )2. Where does He's team mainly get the inspiration for the designs of the figurines?
A. From cartoon characters. B. From traditional Chinese culture. C. From movie and TV stars. D. From American Barbie dolls.
( )3. What can we know about He Mei's company?
A. It was started in 2003. B. It sells American Barbie dolls. C. It has 1,000 workers now. D. It works with other companies.

1. C 【点拨】根据第二段中的“Beijing silk figurines have a history of more than 1,000 years, dating back to the Tang dynasty”可知,北京绢人的历史可以追溯到唐朝。故选 C。2. B 【点拨】根据第五段中的“Traditional Chinese culture is the main source(来源) of the inspiration(灵感) for their designs.”可知,灵感主要来自中国传统文化。故选 B。3. D 【点拨】根据最后一段中的“Besides, He's company has even worked with robot companies to power their figurines with technology.”可知,它与其他公司合作。故选 D。