Ⅰ. 任务型阅读
China has many special forms of traditional art. They are usually used to represent（代表）things that are important in life such as love, beauty and family.
It was said that sky lanterns were first used by Zhuge Liang. He sent them out to ask for help when in trouble. They are made of bamboo and covered with paper. Sky lanterns are used at festivals and other celebrations today. They are seen as bright symbols of happiness and good wishes.
Chinese paper-cutting has been around for more than 1,500 years. It may sound very easy but is difficult to practise. The paper, usually red, is folded（折叠）before it is cut with scissors. The most common pictures are flowers, animals and things about Chinese history. During the Spring Festival, they are put up on windows, doors and walls as symbols of wishes for good luck and a happy new year.
Chinese clay（泥塑）art is famous because the clay pieces are so small but they look very real. The pieces are carefully shaped by hand from a very special kind of clay and then allowed to air-dry. After drying, they are fired at a very high heat. Then they are painted after polishing（抛光）. Finally, materials such as wood or paper are added as decorations（装饰）. It takes several weeks to complete everything. These small pieces of clay art show the love that all Chinese people have for life and beauty.
根据短文内容，回答下列问题。
1. Who first used sky lanterns?

2. What are sky lanterns seen as bright symbols of?

3. How long has Chinese paper-cutting been around?

4. Where are the most common pictures put up during the Spring Festival?

5. How are the clay pieces carefully shaped from a very special kind of clay?

1. Zhuge Liang.
2. Happiness and good wishes.
3. For more than 1,500 years.
4. On windows, doors and walls.
5. By hand.