As one of the most food 1) L. oriented countries in the world, China is widely known for its diverse and 2) G. abundant food choices. Chinese people see color, smell and taste as the three 3) O. essential elements of their food. China has eight great regional 4) I. cuisines. These styles are distinctive from one another. Their differences stem from the geography, climate, natural 5) B. resources, and eating habits of the specific area.
Nowadays, we need food not just for 6) E. survival, so it’s important to learn Chinese culture from Chinese food. After all, food is one of the things that stick to culture. For example, in the West, people take what they like on a(n) 7) K. separate plate since ancient times whereas Chinese people share food with guests, friends and families. Food has been 8) H. elevated from a necessity to an art. Whoever truly understands the 9) M. philosophy behind food in China will 10) C. appreciate not only the food, but also the culture.