7.1 Introduction

7.2 Origin of Cheongsam

老师课堂交流区：Question 1 for Unit 7

What do you know about the Chinese language usage of the word “Cheongsam”?

1：It means "qipao" in Madarin Chinese, but it sounds like the word "changshan" in Guangdong language.

7.3 Evolution of Cheongsam

7.4 Design of Cheongsam and Its Cultural Connotation and Aesthetic Thoughts

老师课堂交流区：Question 2 for Unit 7

In your opinion, what makes cheongsam the most typical Chinese dress for women?

1：It especially shows the figure of women.

老师课堂交流区：Question 3 for Unit 7

Which style can better represent Chinese traditional culture, Hanfu or Qipao? Why?

1：Hanfu has a long history and a regular structure, which vividly reflects the image of China's ceremonial state. Although the cheongsam has a short history, it is more representative of China in the international image. The combination of Chinese and Western reflects the atmosphere of China's vast rivers and lakes.Both Hanfu and cheongsam are crystallization of Chinese culture

2：Both Hanfu and Qipao represents Chinese traditional culture.I don`t think which is better. I think they are same.

3：hanfu，This is a pure and unaffected garment that is not influenced by western culture.

4：Hanfu. Because qipao now is involved some western design factors.

5：Qipao, when people from all over the world see it , they will definitely recognize which country it belongs to. I don't think foreigners can recognize Hanfu at their first sight.

7.5 Seminar

Unit 7 Quiz

1单选(1分)

Which dynasty did one-piece gown-style garments start from?

A.Han Dynasty. B.Warring States Period.1.00/1.00

C.Jin Dynasty. D.Southern and Northern Dynasties.

2单选(1分)What must Shenyi (深衣) conform to in the Warring States Period?

A.Religion.

B.Festival.

C.Tradition.

D.Rites and rituals.1.00/1.00

3单选(1分)

Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of the early Manchu costumes?

A.A round collar.

B.One straight piece covering the whole body.

C.Narrow sleeves.

D.Slits of two sides.1.00/1.00

4判断(1分)

The high stand-up collar is the most traditional design of collar for the Chinese cheongsam.正确