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(A) surrounded
(B) seduced
(C) secured
(D) seasoned

追本溯源，高跟鞋曾象徵權力。事實上，在數世紀以前一度被貴族們認為是表達剛健男子氣概的不二配飾，16世紀後期自亞洲傳入歐洲，最初是男人騎馬時穿的，高跟鞋可以幫助他們有效地固定馬鐙。在歐洲人心目中，高跟鞋與波斯王國(今伊朗)的軍事力量聯繫在一起，因此掀起男士一陣跟風，後期才逐漸影響女性與兒童的穿著。17世紀(1643-1715年間)法國國王路易十四引領了時代的潮流，他華麗高跟鞋的不實用與不舒適性--恰恰是權力與尊貴象徵。
The relationship between high heels and power depends on the historical time and place. In fact, they were originally worn to convey masculinity . The heel was introduced to Europe from Asia in the late 16th century, and was originally worn by men for horse riding because the heel secured the foot in the stirrup when riding. Associated in the European mind with the military strength of Persia, the heel was enthusiastically adopted by men, and only later worn by women and children . Louis XIV, who ruled France between 1643 and 1715, was one of the first heel influencers. His ornate shoes were unsuitable for any physical exertion – therefore emphasizing his powerful status.


42.
(A)圍繞
(B)誘惑
(C)牢固
(D)經驗老道