ENGLISH UPSR

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TOPIC: TAILOR MADE

Comprehension

The Cheongsam (also known as Qipao or Chipao), is a traditional Chinese close-

fitting dress for women. Originating from a type of Manchurian female garment, it

quickly developed, becoming very popular from 1912 to 1949. Its main characteristics

are a mandarin collar, fitted waist, Chinese knotted buttons, hemmed slits on two sides,

and a tailored form fit. It is usually made from satin brocade, silk, or cotton. Some are

even beautifully embroidered.

The original Manchurian garment was loose and wide, covering most of the
woman’s body with only the head, hands and toes revealed. With time, the style of the
Cheongsam began to change to more closely fit people’s bodies. More western
elements began to be added to Chinese clothes. The hem became shorter, the collar
became smaller and it began to follow the woman’s figure. The short hem and small
collar style gradually formed during this time and has changed little since.

In recent years the Cheongsam has begun to be worn by Chinese people as
formal wear on important occasions. Not only Chinese women, but also women from
foreign countries, such as Paris Hilton, are interested in wearing them. The
Cheongsam can be worn in both formal situations and daily life. For a Chinese
wedding, many brides choose to wear red Cheongsams when toasting with the
guests. For daily wear, there are no specific requirements, so one can choose the one
you like best. When wearing the Cheongsam, a few simple accessories are suggested.
Too many accessories may detract from the clothes’ beauty.

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Vocabulary

Dictionary Hunter
Find the words that you do not understand and find the meaning.

Words Meaning Words Meaning

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Answer all questions.
1.List three characteristics of Cheongsam.

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2.Where was it originated from?
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3.What was the significant change of Cheongsam that could be seen?
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4.When can it be worn?
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5.Why do you think we should wear simple accessories when wearing this outfit?
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6.Do you have traditional costume? Do you like to wear it and why?
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Vocabulary Game - Word Power
Create new word from the word given.
Suggested Activity: Give One Get One

one
CHEONGSAM

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Grammar

ADJECTIVE
Circle the adjectives in the passage.

The Cheongsam (also known as Qipao or Chipao), is a traditional Chinese close-

fitting dress for women. Originating from a type of Manchurian female garment, it

quickly developed, becoming very popular from 1912 to 1949. Its main characteristics

are a mandarin collar, fitted waist, Chinese knotted buttons, hemmed slits on two sides,

and a tailored form fit. It is usually made from satin brocade, silk, or cotton. Some are

even beautifully embroidered.

The original Manchurian garment was loose and wide, covering most of the
woman’s body with only the head, hands and toes revealed. With time, the style of the
Cheongsam began to change to more closely fit people’s bodies. More western
elements began to be added to Chinese clothes. The hem became shorter, the collar
became smaller and it began to follow the woman’s figure. The short hem and small
collar style gradually formed during this time and has changed little since.

In recent years the Cheongsam has begun to be worn by Chinese people as
formal wear on important occasions. Not only Chinese women, but also women from
foreign countries, such as Paris Hilton, are interested in wearing them. The
Cheongsam can be worn in both formal situations and daily life. For a Chinese
wedding, many brides choose to wear red Cheongsams when toasting with the
guests. For daily wear, there are no specific requirements, so one can choose the one
you like best. When wearing the Cheongsam, a few simple accessories are suggested.
Too many accessories may detract from the clothes’ beauty.

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Writing

DESCRIPTIVE
-THINGS-

- - traditional Malay costume – national dress –
Malaysia

-popularised- late 19th century by Sultan Abu Bakar of
Johor

-early baju kurung – longer and looser
-consist – a skirt and a blouse
-skirt – a long cloth – foldings on a side – blouse –
Collarless – long sleeves
-use – lively colours – geometric patterns
-woman – wear with – a headscarf
-also – worn – female non-Malays

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