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The History of Chopsticks
Themes: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage
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Millions of people eat with chopsticks. But
how were chopsticks invented?
Historians say chopsticks are thousands of
years old. They first came into use around
5,000 years ago in China. Early versions
were probably made from twigs. They
weren't used for eating, though. They were
used for cooking. Long chopsticks were
great for stirring food in large pots.
Chopsticks changed over time. During
China's Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE), silver
chopsticks were sometimes used. Why
Image credit Rogers Fund,
1922/The Metropolitan Museum of
Art
These metal chopsticks date back to
the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE)
QUESTION 1
The Article talks mainly about
A. how Confucius's teachings spread across China
B. how some foods release hydrogen sulfide
C. how people connected chopsticks with peace
D. how the use of chopsticks has changed over time
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Answer :

The article mainly discusses how the use of chopsticks has evolved over time. It describes the history of chopsticks, mentioning that they are thousands of years old and were initially used for cooking rather than eating. The text highlights that early versions of chopsticks were likely made from twigs and were used for stirring food in large pots. As time passed, during China's Tang Dynasty, silver chopsticks were introduced, showcasing the evolution in the materials and styles of chopsticks used.

Therefore, the main focus of the article is on how the use of chopsticks has changed over time, from their early origins to the introduction of different materials like silver during the Tang Dynasty. The text does not primarily discuss Confucius's teachings spreading across China, foods releasing hydrogen sulfide, or the connection of chopsticks with peace.