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Brush and Ink in AP Chinese Language and Culture

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Brush and ink refer to the tools used in traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting. The brush is typically made from animal hair attached to a bamboo handle, while the ink can be either solid (ink stick) or liquid (ink bottle).

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Topic 5.4: Pop Culture | 流行文化 | 流行文化

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