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China is 【小题1】 (wide) known for its ancient civilisation.There are many reasons 【小题2】 this has been possible, but one of the main factors has been the Chinese writing system.

【小题3】 the beginning, written Chinese was a picture­based language. By the Shang Dynasty, these symbols 【小题4】 (become) a well­-developed writing system. By the Qin Dynasty, the Chinese writing system began to develop 【小题5】 one direction. The writing system was of great 【小题6】 (important) in uniting the Chinese people and culture.

By written Chinese, China’s present is 【小题7】 (connect) with its past. Today, the Chinese writing system 【小题8】 (be) still an important part of Chinese culture. And more and more people are beginning 【小题9】 (appreciate) China’s culture and history through this 【小题10】 (amaze) language.