单选题 Passage Two
Ties have no practical use at all and most men see them as part of a uniform instead of an independent piece of clothing. But, these small strips of cloth should not be underestimated, fashion experts say.
The shirt, suit or jacket are neutral means of expression. But, the tie gives you the final personal touch, experts suggest.
In fact, its color also has psychological importance. "Red, for instance, evokes feelings of warmth and intimacy", according to Axel Venn. He's a professor of design at the University of Applied Sciences and Art in Germany. "It also stands for energy, dynamism and strength."
Using shades of color requires understanding and sensitivity. Orange is regarded as a lively color. Blue stands for matter-of-fact, solitude and coolness. Shiny yellow stirs amusement. Green is the color of nature and harmony.
It's only when the color fits the personal character that it is viewed as authentic.
"A lively orange with a black suit and white shirt can look great at a private party or in an artistic environment," Venn says. "In a conservative environment such as in a bank such dress is unsuitable".
Imme Vogelsang, a trainer of etiquette in Hamburg, Germany, recommends in business environment low contrasting colors such as wine red, dark green or dark blue.
But feminine colors have also become popular. "Light green and a fine rose color play an increasing role. Such colors express innovation and sensitivity." Venn says.
Also, patterns that stand out can be an interesting eye catcher in a private environment but are unsuitable in business.
"Stripes and small geometric patterns are more appropriate in business," Vogelsang says, "but stripes should never run vertically or horizontally."
With diagonal stripes it is important to look at the direction. They should run from the bottom left to the right top. "This symbolizes dynamism. In the opposite direction it shows fear and escapist thoughts./

单选题 Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
A. Ties—Impractical Pieces of Clothing
B. Psychological Importance of Ties
C. What the Colors of Ties Mean
D. The Colors of Ties and the Occasions to Wear Them

单选题 According to the passage, ties are more important______.
A. than shirts, suits or jackets
B. in colors than in patterns
C. in expressing one's mood than shirts
D. in business than on private occasions

单选题 What color of tie should one wear, if he wants to appear energetic?
A. Green.
B. Orange
C. Shiny yellow.
D. Red.

单选题 The best color for the tie of a judge in a court should be ______.
A. light green.
B. lively orange
C. fine rose
D. dark blue

单选题 What kind of ties is more suitable on an important business occasion?
A. Ties without stripes and geometric patterns.
B. Ties with stripes of vertical or horizontal patterns.
C. Ties of no bright colors and obvious patterns.
D. Plain ties without any stripes and patterns.

单选题 It is implied in the passage that ______.
A. ties with stripes from the bottom left to the right top are not popular
B. ties with stripes from the bottom right to the left top are not popular
C. ties with stripes of vertical or horizontal patterns are popular
D. ties of feminine colors are out of fashion nowadays