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大学英语四级真题详解+全真预测
1.29.4 Part Ⅳ  Translation
Part Ⅳ Translation

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The cheongsam has its origin in the Manchu females’costumes in the Qing Dynasty and is honoured as the model of Chinese traditional costume culture.The cheongsam not only accords with the characteristic of harmony within Chinese culture in terms of the style,but also shows rich oriental idiosyncrasy with regard to ornamental techniques.In addition,the cheongsam can make a lady look slender and also help make higher the centre of gravity of human bodies together with high-heel shoes,so that civility and elegance will be fully displayed.Therefore,the cheongsam developed its own trend,which has been long-lasting.