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Do you know when China sent the first panda to the United States?

The panda is a symbol of friendship and cooperation between the two countries. The first panda came to the United States in 1936. It was a big hit!

Panda Political Importance: What do pandas symbolize? (Answers hidden below)

In China, people have believed for thousands years that pandas are special. It is said that ancient emperors of China kept giant pandas as pets. Chinese books over two thousand years old show giant pandas with mystical powers. People thought that they could ward off evil sprits and natural disasters.

Today, pandas are believed to be a symbol of peace and good fortune.

1. In China, people have believed for thousands of years that giant pandas are:

A. Ugly
B. Special
C. Scary

2. In very old Chinese books, giant pandas are shown to have:

A. Mystical powers
B. Big appetites
C. Long tails

3. The ancient emperors of China kept giant pandas as:

A. Farm animals
B. Body guards
C. Pets

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