How knitting became cool 针织那些事儿

2022-04-08邱麟茸

疯狂英语·读写版 2022年4期

邱麟茸

针织作为一种源自民间的技艺，历史久远，给人们带来了巨大的影响。

Derived from （起源于） the word “knot”， knitting involves the creation of fabrics by using two or more needles to form interconnected loops. With a history that dates back from the 3rd to the 5th century AD （or even earlier）， its amazing how this art form has survived many centuries.

By knitting， youre participating in a tradition thats been passed on for generations. If that alone doesnt convince you， here are five more reasons why：

Knitting relieves stress. According to Princetown Universitys Dr Barry Jacobs， performing repetitive motions results in well?being and calmness. With all the repetitions involved in knitting， it wont be surprising if you end up feeling a lot calmer than usual.

Knitting can keep dementia （痴呆） at bay. Did you know that knitting， along with playing board games and reading， can lower your risk of dementia？ This is according to a study by Mayo Clinic and The New England Journal of Medicine. While it still needs further studies， researchers believe that such brain?stimulating activities create networks of connections among multiple brain cells.

Knitting teaches important life skills. Especially when youre knitting something as a gift， there are many great life values you can learn through knitting. From setting goals， the patience involved in completing a project， to the generosity involved in giving away your finished projects， knitting is surely something that you can use to keep your morals in check.

Knitting can prevent addiction. It replaces a self?destructive addiction such as smoking with something relatively tame. You can even join knitting support groups for greater community support， which leads us to the next benefit.

Knitting can be a great way to socialize. While knitting is a hobby done alone indoors， knitting doesnt have to look lonely. With lots of new knitters emerging due to the boredom brought about by the pandemic， its easy to find （or even create your own） knitting clubs online or around your area.

Throughout history， many women who stayed at home were taught to knit. However， as women eventually became a part of the workforce， this hobby became a turning point for them to form small communities where they sell knitted products for profit.

1. What can we know about knitting？

A. It was popular among men originally. B. It has survived one century.

C. It came from the word “knot”. D. It is a time?saving art form.

2. Which is an influence of knitting according to the text？

A. It can cure some serious diseases.

B. It can reduce stress and ease the mind.

C. It can increase the risk of getting infected.

D. It can result in social distance and loneliness.

3. What does the underlined word “emerging” in paragraph 7 mean？

A. Appearing. B. Quitting. C. Performing. D. Suspecting.

4. Where can we read this text？

A. In a short novel. B. In a travel brochure.