We usually consider pink or purple a color1 for girls while blue or brown for boys .Why?
The answer depends largely on cultural values as well as personal experiences. To the Egyptians, green was a color1 that represented the hope and joy of spring, while for Muslims, it means heaven. Red is a symbol of good luck in many cultures. In China, children are given money in a red envelope to bring good fortune in the New Year. For many nations, blue is a symbol of protection and religious beliefs. Greek people often wear a blue necklace hoping to protect themselves against evils.
People's choice of color1s is also influenced by their bodies' reactions toward them. Green is said to be the most restful color1. It has the ability to reduce pain and relax people both mentally and physically. People who work in green environment have been found to have fewer stomach aches.
Red can cause a person's blood pressure to rise and increase people's appetites. Many decorators will include different shades of red in the restaurant. Similarly, many commercial websites will have a red "Buy Now" button because red is a color1 that easily catches a person's eye.
Blue is another calming color1. Unlike red; blue can cause people to lose appetite. So if you want to eat less, some suggest that eating from blue plates can help.
The next time you are deciding on what to wear or what color1 to decorate your room, think about the color1 carefully.
53. Muslims regard green as a symbol of heaven mainly because of their
A. physical reactions to the color1 B. commercial purposes
C. personal experiences D. cultural values
54. Why will many commercial websites have a red "Buy Now" button?
A. To relax people physically.
B. To encourage people to make a purchase.
C. To increase people's appetites.
D. To cause a person's blood to rise.
55. What color1 might help lose weight according to the text?
A. Blue. B. Green.
C. Red. D. Purple.
56. Which of the following would be the most proper title for the text?
A. Colors and Human Beings
C. The Cultural Meaning of Color
B. The Meaning and Function of Color
D. Colors and Personal Experiences
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