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Dragons, a famous 【小题1】 (imagine) beast born from fantasy, are often present in stories in the west and east. In both cultures, dragons are 【小题2】 (general) recognized as massive creatures capable of flying. They have great power with magical abilities. However, due 【小题3】 their different cultural roots and images, there exist significant differences in the way dragons 【小题4】 (regard) in the west and east, particularly in China.

In traditional Chinese culture, a dragon is a symbol of luck, power and high ‘status. They can cause weather changes and bring rainfall to the fields 【小题5】 (ensure) rich harvests. They are considered divine (神圣的) creatures, 【小题6】 hold an important position as the head of the four spirits. Therefore, to symbolize their power, ancient Chinese 【小题7】 (emperor) decorated their clothes with dragon patterns. These clothes are known as dragon robes. Many Chinese view the dragon as a national symbol, proudly 【小题8】 (refer) to themselves as “descendants of the dragon”. In the west, however, a dragon symbolizes 【小题9】 evil creature that spreads violence and terror throughout the land. They are believed to be transformed by the devil, with the ability to breathe fire or spit poison.

Today, dragons continue to evolve, exceeding traditional boundaries and finding new significance in global culture. No longer 【小题10】 (associate) with evil or good, they are more as complex characters with their own unique personalities and motivations.