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Valentine's
Day is the time of the year when couples show their love for each other by sending
cards, flowers and chocolates. Its origins are unclear and hidden in the river of
time. Nobody knows(exact) who St. Valentine was, although
some histories suggest he was a Roman killedthe third century AD by a Roman
Emperor. It is said the first recorded Valentine's card was sent by
the imprisoned Duke of Orleans in 1415. It is believed that he tried to find(comfortable)
from his imprisonment by writing love poems to his wife.
Now,
Valentine's Day(celebrate) in many countries around
the world. However, the traditions often differ from place to place. In Japan, for
example, it is normal for the woman (send) chocolates to the man, in South Korea April 14th is known as “Black Day“
and is when the(fortunate) men who received nothing
on Valentine's Day gather to eat noodles and show sympathy for each other.
Technological
developments have also played their part in (keep) Valentine's Day relevant in the 21st century.
Valentine's e-cards (be) very popular in recent years.
答案:【1】exactly【2】in【3】that【4】comfort【5】is celebrated【6】to send【7】while/but【8】unfortunate/less fortunate【9】keeping【10】have been