Deorating with Plants, Fruits and Flowers for Chinese New Year 

Chinese New Year is a 【C1】________(celebrate) marking the end of the winter season and the beginning of spring. This is why decorating with plants, fruits and flowers 【C2】________(carry) special significance. They represent the earth  【C3】________(come) back to life and best wishes for new beginnings. 

These are some of the most popular in many parts of the country: 

Oranges: Orange trees are more 【C4】________decoration; they are a symbol of good fortune and wealth. They make great gifs and you see them many times 【C5】________(decorate) with red envelopes and messages of good fortune. 

Bamboo: Chinese love their “Lucky Bamboo” plants and you will see them often in their homes and office. 【C6】________(certain) during the holiday period, this plant is a must. Bamboo plants are associated 【C7】________health, abundance and a happy home. They are easy 【C8】________(care) for and make great presents. 

Branches of Plum Blossoms (梅花): The 【C9】________(beauty) long branches covered with pink-colored buds (蓓蕾) make fantastic decorations. The plum trees are 【C10】________first to flower even as the snow is melting(融化). They represent the promise of spring and a renewal of life. 

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