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Translate the following text into Chinese.
Paper cutting is a unique form of Chinese folk art and has a history of more than 2,000 years. Paper cutting probably originates in the Han Dynasty, following the invention of paper. Since then, it has gained popularity in many places of China. The materials and tools used for paper cutting are simple: paper and scissors. Paper-cuts are usually made of red paper, because red is associated with happiness in traditional Chinese culture. Therefore, on festive occasions such as weddings and the Chinese New Year, red paper-cuts are the first choice for decorating doors and windows.
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试题解析
翻译时注意语序的调整与语义的表达，需保持语句通顺，行文流畅。
考点：
paper cutting：剪纸；folk art：民间艺术；Han Dynasty：汉代；traditional Chinese culture：中国传统文化。
句子结构：
第二句，following是动名词作伴随状语，句子真正的谓语是originates。
第五句是because引导的原因状语从句。