Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each of the blanks from 31 to 35

We may choose to wear particular colours just because of personal preference or fashion. However, particular colours have always had special meanings or uses. Black, for instance, is generally thought of as suitable for serious occasions and in the West it is (31) ______ for funerals. This is not the case in China, (32) ____, where white is worn at funerals.

Some colours may be chosen for practical reasons. Road workers, (33) ______ need to be easily seen, often wear jackets with bright yellow or orange stripes which are clearly visible to drivers. Green is generally regarded (34) ______ a calming colour, and so it is often used in places like doctors’ waiting rooms. Blue is many people’s favourite colour, and there may be a connection between this and the popularity of blue jeans. Blue also symbolizes loyalty and for this reason fashion consultants (35) ______ wearing blue clothes to job interviews.