Question

in china, the word for rice means food. when chinese people meet friends, they do not say, how are you? they say, have you had your rice today? if you are not chinese, that question might get you some strange looks.
in some countries, rice is a symbol of wealth and good luck, and it is part of many traditions. for example, the chinese eat sticky rice cake on new years day. they believe it will bring them luck in the next year. when they eat the cake, they do not say, happy new year! they say, may your rice
according to the selection, which two of the following statements are expressions you are likely to hear if you visit china?
a \may your rice never burn!\
b
ever throw rice at a bride and groom.\
c \brown rice is better than white rice.\
d \have you had your rice today?\
e \you have a broken rice bowl.\

Explanation:

• The text states that in China, when people meet friends, they say "Have you had your rice today?" (Option D).
• Also, when eating the sticky rice cake on New Year's Day, they say "May your rice never burn!" (Option A).

Answer:

A. "May your rice never burn!"
D. "Have you had your rice today?"