备考2021年高考英语一轮复习35：任务型阅读（七选五）

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    Some individuals are born with a gift for public speaking.Do you want to be a good public speaker? Here are some principles you must master.

    People want to listen to someone who is interesting, relaxed and comfortable. Too often when you stand up to give a speech, you focus on the "public" at the expense of the" speaking." Focus on the speaking. Talk directly to your audience, be yourself and make a connection.

    Even the most successful public speaker will make mistakes. Yet, the only one who cares about any mistake is the one who is speaking. People's attention wanders constantly. In fact, most people only absorb about 20 percent of a speaker's message. So, don't stop speaking when you make a mistake unless it's a truly serious one.

    Your goal is not to be a perfect public speaker.And like everything else in life, that takes practice. Remember, even world champion athletes practice their skills on a consistent basis.

    It's rare to hear someone say, "I wish that speaker had spoken longer. "On the other hand, you probably can't count the times that you've thought, "I'm glad that talk is over. It seemed to go on forever! "So surprise your audience. Always make your presentation just a bit shorter than anticipated. It's better to leave your listeners wishing for more than shifting restlessly in their seats waiting for your speech finally to end.

A. Do the opposite.

B. You want to be an effective public speaker.

C. You don't need to apologize for a minor slip.

D. When it comes to public speaking, less is usually more.

E. The objective of most speeches is to benefit the audience

F. Take the fear out of public speaking by focusing on your listeners

G. However, the majority of people are effective speakers because they train to be.

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    I experienced years of loneliness as a child.  His friends teased him about babysitting his sister and his interests were far different from mine. With no other kids of my age in the neighborhood, I had to spend hours by myself.

    A bright spot for me turned out to be reading. My love of the written word began early as my mother read to me every evening.  I started reading books on my own before age 5 and my mother took me to the public library once a week to borrow several books. I quickly graduated from typical children's books to ones with fewer pictures and longer chapters. Reading opened new worlds to me.

    My mother also encouraged me to make what I wanted. I tried making toy cars with cardboard boxes and constructing buildings from leftover cardboard and bits of wood my father gave me. When my mother saw my creations, she told me how creative my designs were.  I learned a lot about how to extend the life of objects and transform them into something new and useful. It was a trait(特点) others found helpful, and I soon had friends who wanted to make things with me.

    My parents made it a point for their two kids to spend time outside, no matter the weather or season. My brother, of course, raced off to be with his friends, while I had plenty to do myself. There was making leaf houses in autumn, ice skating in winter, and so much more. They're all memories I treasure today.

A. I wasn't alone any longer.

B. I enjoyed reading stories aloud.

C. I was invited to play with another kid.

D. I loved the colorful photographs in the books.

E. Another habit I formed early was being outdoors.

F. Thus, I began my lifelong interest in making things.

G. My older brother couldn't be bothered to play with me.

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    A housewarming party is a special party to be held when someone buys or moves into a new apartment or house. The person who bought the house or moved is the one who throws the panty. The party is a chance for friends and family to congratulate the person on the new home.  And it is good time to fill the new space with love and hopefully presents.

     Some people register a list of things they want or need for their new home at a local or store or stores. Some common things people will put on a gift registry include kitchen tools like knives and things like curtains. Even if there isn't a registry, a good housewarming gift is something to decorate the new house with, like a piece of art or a plant.

     This is often appreciated since at a housewarming there isn't a lot of food served. There are usually no planned activities like games at a housewarming party. The host or hostess of the party will, however, probably give all the guests a tour of their new home. Sometimes, because a housewarming party happens shortly after a person moves into their new home, people may be asked to help unpack boxes.  

    Housewarming parties get their name from the fact that a long time ago people would actually bring firewood to a new home as a gift.  Now most homes have central heating and don't use fires to keep warm.

A. This isn't usual though.

B. It is traditional to bring a gift to a housewarming party.

C. You can also bring food or drinks to share with the other guests.

D. If you're lucky enough to receive gifts, keep them in a safe place.

E. It also gives people a chance to see what the new home looks like.

F. The best housewarming parties encourage old friends to get together.

G. This was so that the person could keep their home warm for the winter.

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A Few Tips for Self-Acceptance

    We all want it to accept and love ourselves. But at times it seems too difficult and too far out of reach.  Here's a handful of ways that will set you in the right direction.

    ● Do not follow the people who make you feel not-good-enough. Why do you follow them? Are you hoping that eventually you will feel empowered because your life is better than theirs? Know that your life is your own; you are the only you in this world.

    ●Forgive yourself for mistakes that you have made. We are often ashamed of our shortcomings, our mistakes and our failures.  You will make mistakes, time and time again. Rather than getting caught up in how you could have done better, why not offer yourself a compassionate (有同情心) response? "That didn't go as planned. But, I tried my best."

    ●Recognize all of your strengths. Write them down in a journal. Begin to train your brain to look at strength before weakness. List all of your accomplishments and achievements. You have a job, earned your degree, and you got out of bed today.  

    ●Now that you've listed your strengths, list your imperfections. Turn the page in your journal. Put into words why you feel unworthy, why you don't feel good enough. Now, read these words back to yourself.  Turn to a page in your journal to your list of strengths and achievements. See how awesome you are?

A. Feeling upset again?

B. Where do you start?

C. Nothing is too small to celebrate.

D. Remember, you are only human.

E Set an intention for self-acceptance.

F. Stop comparing yourself with others.

G. When does the comparison game start?

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    Emoji (表情符号) and Workplace Communication

    In Asia, messaging platforms are growing rapidly, with users in the hundreds of millions, both at work and play. . It's been reported that 76 percent of employees in some western countries are using emojis at work.

    Written communications can often read as cold and dull. Using emojis can add humor and feeling, keeping intention clear. , encouraging better and more frequent communication.

    In any given office, employees can range from age 22 to 70 and beyond, and finding common ground in communication style can be a challenge. . While the younger generations prefer to communicate visually, for those used to working with traditional tools like email, it may feel like a learning curve (曲线). The good news is that it's simple to learn and can be worth the effort.

    There is also the matter of tone (语气). Who hasn't received an email so annoying that it ruined an entire day? . Emoji can help communication feel friendlier, and even a serious note can be softened with an encouraging smile.

    , and emoji can contribute directly to that positive outcome. And when your employees begin adding smiling emojis to their business communication, you'll know you have succeeded in improving your work culture.

A. Message with emojis feel more conversational

B. Even a formal email can seem cold and unfriendly

C. Sending smiling faces to colleagues may seem strange

D. The popularity of these platforms is spreading globally

E. Giving employees the tools enables them to communicate honestly

F. Studies show that friendlier communication leads to a happier workplace

G. An easy way to bring all work generations together is with a chat platform

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    It is amusing that yogurt, which was invented to make milk last longer before the days of refrigeration, now makes grocery shopping last longer. Full-fat, or nonfat? Greek, or regular?

    A key recommendation when it comes to fat is to choose low-fat or fat-free yogurt. That's because dairy fat is mostly saturated (饱和的) , the type linked with increased risk of heart disease. Besides, full-fat dairy has more calories than nonfat.

    This view, however, has been challenged by a few recent studies. Researchers think that full-fat dairy might offer some as-yet-unknown health benefits. It might also help with weight management because the fat in it makes it more satisfying, helping keep our appetite in check.

    Until there are further findings, it might be wiser to choose low-fat or fat-free yogurt and add healthy fat by topping it with nuts.

    Many of them also have a hard time deciding whether to buy Greek yogurt or regular yogurt. Greek yogurt, which was rare about a decade ago, dominates the store shelves with dozens of flavors today. It has become popular partly because it features a thick, creamy texture (口感) and contains more protein and less sugar than regular yogurt.

    Greek yogurt has these qualities because of its unique liquid-removing process. Unfortunately, lots of nutrients, including calcium (钙), are sometimes drained, too. Therefore, thickened yogurt and regular yogurt offer different nutritional benefits.

    Finally, it is worth mentioning that it's the added sugar, not the naturally- occurring sugar (which is removed in Greek yogurt), that should be the cause of our concern. Fruit-flavored yogurts that appear to be healthy may have little actual fruit and plenty of added sugar instead.

A. Consumers, however. are not confused only about fat.

B. Mixing them up and enjoying both might be a good idea.

C. With so many conflicting headlines about fat these days, it's no wonder people are confused when buying dairy products.

D. Our best bet might be to buy plain yogurt and sweeten it ourselves using fresh fruit.

E. There are so many choices that we often find it hard to decide which yogurt to buy.

F. They're naturally ''packaged'' with so many important nutrients that it would be misguided to avoid them.

G. Yet more research needs to be done for us to fully understand dairy fat's health impact.

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    Studying abroad is complicated. Apart from academic matters that needed to be dealt with, you also need to maintain a great many personal relationships. I spent most of the three and a half years in Canada with my host family. Their house is not far from my school. They are a local family of five: the parents, two sons at the age of eight or nine, and the grandmother.

    In the first half year, we had no big conflicts. Take food as an example. I had to bring my own lunch to school and my host family made cold sandwiches for me every day. Back in China, I always had warm meals, which maybe was why after having cold sandwiches for half a year I couldn't stand it anymore.

    They lived in a villa, and offered me a room on the first floor, while their living room and activity room were all on the second floor. At night or on weekends when I was ready to read, do my homework or go to bed, their sons would play with a ball, jump up and down and horse around. It felt like the whole floor was shaking.

    After enduring for half a year, I told my parents I wanted to change to a Chinese host family, so that there would be less incompatible living habits. He thought living in a Chinese host family overseas was no different from studying in China.

    In the end, I chose to stay with that family and I gradually realized that they were actually nice people. Gradually, they also started to care for me, a stranger from China. Occasionally, they would steam rice and make some stir-fried dishes for me; when the kids were playing upstairs, the host mother would remind them not to make too much noise. Although I was still bothered by their noise sometimes, I knew that there was no perfection in life. We needed to understand each other.

A. Another thing was about housing.

B. Luckily, my parents were of timely help.

C. But sometimes I did feel like fish out of water.

D. Therefore, we have to force ourselves to mature quickly.

E. From then on, I learned to communicate more with them.

F. Instead, sometimes I felt as comfortable there as at home.

G. However, my proposal was strongly rejected by my father.

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How to teach your kids the value of money

    For the many parents who want to teach their kids economic (经济的) ideas and prepare them for their financial futures, where is the starting point?

    Here's their advice:

    Make sure money isn't "invisible (看不见的)" to your kids.

    Chris Whitlow, CEO of Edukate, described money as "a contact sport (接触性运动)." " "It's like if you were to read about football and then try to play football," Whitlow said. ""

    That's why it's important for families to speak openly about finances to get their kids better prepared for their financial future.

   

    One way to teach kids about money is to simply let them have it, and cash is a great start. Gwen Tulin, founder of Brain Arts Productions, suggested that parents take a few minutes to get cash from an ATM and pick one store to use that money in front of their kids.

    Don't be afraid of financial language.

    Tanya Van Court started Goalsetter, a saving and giving platform (平台) for kids. She wonders why many parents are frightened to even start a conversation about money with their kids. To help other families do the same, Goalsetter offers an Urban Financial Dictionary that explains financial languages.

   

    Goalsetter offers three different ways for kids to set their financial goals: saving for the future, saving for things, and sharing with others."We don't just want lessons about using your money for yourself." Van Court said, "but also giving back to other people in need."

A. Don't give your kids too much money.

B. Let your children have some money to work with.

C. Reading about it is more important than playing it.

D. Reading about it and playing it are two different things.

E. She made sure to introduce financial basics to her own children.

F. Don't forget to explain that money can be a powerful tool to help others.

G. We asked some experts to introduce the best ways to teach kids the value of money.

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    Among the outbreak of the novel coronavirus pneumonia (NCP) the World Health Organization (WHO) has offered basic protective measures to the public against the virus.

    1 Wash hands frequently with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand rub if your hands are not visibly dirty.

    2 If you sneeze or cough into your hands, you may contaminate (污染;传染) objects or people that you touch. Throw tissue immediately into a closed bin and clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water.

    3 Keep at least one- meter distance between yourself and other people, particularly those who are coughing, sneezing and have a fever, because coughs or sneezes of people who are infected with a respiratory (呼吸系统) disease project (喷射) small drops containing the virus.

    4 Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth because hands touch many surfaces, which can be contaminated with: the virus. If you touch your eyes, nose or mouth with your contaminated hands, you can transfer the virus from the surface to yourself.

    5 Tell your health care provider if you have traveled in an area where the epidemic (流行病), has been reported, or if you have been in close contact with someone who has respiratory symptoms.

    6 Practice general hygiene (卫生) measures when visiting live animal markets, wet markets or animal product markets.. Avoid contact with potentially contaminated animal waste or fluids on the soil, or structures of shops and market facilities.

    7 . Handle raw meat, milk, or animal organs carefully to avoid cross-contamination with uncooked food.

A. Avoid eating animal products

B. If you are too close, you can breathe in the virus

C. This helps knowing the virus if it's on your hands

D. Avoid eating raw or undercooked animal products

E. This helps removing the virus if it's on your hands

F. Strictly avoid any contact with other animals in the market

G. Cover your mouth and nose with tissue when coughing and sneezing

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    You know that eating healthy, staying active, and solving a few brain games can help keep your memory. But the following lesser-known habits work wonders too.

    1

    When we sit with our shoulders bent forward, this defeated position actually causes us to feel anxious or depressed — which makes it harder to think clearly and remember things. Conversely (反过来), straight upright posture apparently improves memory because it boosts blood and oxygen flow to the brain.

    2 Exercise — Once

    Having trouble remembering faces? In a study, pictures of faces were shown to

older folks after they pedal a stationary (静止的) bike at an intense pace or simply sit on a self-pedaling bike. On average, people remembered the faces better after the intense exercise. What's more, the memory gains after a single workout were similar to the gains after 3 months of regular exercise.

    3 Limit TV

    Every parent and grandparent has heard that too much screen time can hurt a child's cognitive development. According to a study, people (aged 50 or older) who watched more than 3.5 hours of TV a day for 6 years experienced a greater drop in verbal memory test scores than those who watched less.

    4 Draw aimlessly

    A research shows those who drew the words remembered the most when recalling words. That's because while some parts of the brain about getting memory back become worse as people grow older, the picture processing regions usually don't.

    5 Walk Backward

    Walk back! Backward motion — whether real, imagined, or watched — helps people remember the information better than sitting still and, in most cases, better than forward motion. It may be that moving backward in space mentally helps us move back in time to the moment we learned something.

A. Sit Tall.

B. Stand Straight.

C. Start more workouts.

D. Sweat for physical training.

E. Thus sketching can help adults keep their memory sharp.

F. But what about those at the other end of their life span?

G. Next time you're trying to recall something, don't just think back.

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Life Lessons Everyone Learns the Hard Way

    No matter how much we try to be intellectual, life has its own ways of teaching us the valuable lessons. Though initially we are hurt and very shocked, we eventually learn from those experiences, and mature. And we learn to be always optimistic and happy with the way it is.

    Lying is harmful. Everyone at some point in life must have definitely realized that lying is a very dangerous thing for the mind, which ultimately affects health, too. Lying makes a man lose the trust of others.

    Sometimes moving on is the only option. Some things are very dear to us, and we can't imagine life without those activities or people. But sometimes, circumstances and situations arrange in such a way that it is better to leave something and move ahead. At times, it is better to move on with the memories, rather than stay there and live in a blank space with no possible future.

    In the race of being a perfectionist and an ideal grown-up, every mistake committed by us becomes a mistake in our minds and we become annoyed with ourselves. It is rightly said, "To err (犯错) is human." We are all humans, so nobody knows everything, and it is fine to forgive ourselves for the things that went wrong.

A. It is natural to make mistakes.

B. Happiness is the care of everything.

C. It is wrong if some things don't work out.

D. We understand that life is beautiful with its own flaws (瑕疵).

E. And he would finally lose confidence and trust on his own self.

F. Everything has its tenure (保有期限), and it is the beauty of it.

G. What we should do is try to avoid repeating them or doing any wrong intentionally.

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    We usually interpret someone looking us straight in the eye during an interaction as a sign of trustworthiness. This is at least the case in the Western world.

    But research is increasingly challenging this standard view. In a competitive environment where a negotiation is taking place  looking at another person directly in the eye can be a sign of competition and unkindness, rather than kindness.

    While folk wisdom tells us eye contact is a sign of honesty and trustworthiness, these findings were not a surprise. Animals have direct eye contact not before engaging in kind behaviors but rather immediately before an attack. We humans seem to be carrying on this tradition by looking our opponent directly in the eye before we "attack".

    What does this mean for the work place? In a competitive business environment, when taking part in negotiations or a business deal, for example, be aware that people who look you directly in the eye may not be as friendly as you think. In many Asian cultures, for example, looking a person of higher status in the eye is a sign of disrespect, while looking away signals respect.

    And this must be fully understood. This means they most likely don't apply to social environments, such as spending time with friends, family or loved ones. In these cases, direct eye contact, often referred to as a "gaze", can still be a sign of intimacy (亲密) and kindness.

A. This may help you understand eye contact much better.

B. Eye contact is a sign of challenge and threat from another.

C. The study led by Jennifer Jordan shows quite the opposite.

D. All the experiments took place in a competitive environment.

E. We use eye contact as a marker of intimacy and straightforwardness.

F. Actually it can be rather upsetting when someone avoids eye contact.

G. If you want to express honesty and reliability, direct eye contact may indicate the opposite.

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    Not long ago, no one understood that infectious diseases were caused by tiny organisms that moved from person to person. Even now, although we know that tiny living microbes cause disease, how they do so is not always obvious. They can also be transmitted through our skin through insect or animal bites. The best way to prevent infections is to block pathogens (病菌) from entering the body.

    The first line of defense is to keep germs at bay by following good personal health habits. Wash your hands well. You probably wash your hands after using the bathroom, before preparing or eating food, and after gardening or other dirty tasks. Wet your hands thoroughly. Lather (泡沫) up with soap or cleanser, and rub it into the palms and backs of your hands and your wrists. Be sure to clean your fingertips, under your nails and between your fingers. Wash under running water.

    Whether you are young or young at heart, getting vaccinated (接种疫苗) is an essential part of staying healthy. such as a temporarily sore arm or low fever, they are generally safe and effective. Vaccinations are essential if you are to avoid getting sick. In general, children should receive the recommended childhood vaccinations. Adults should make sure their vaccinations are up to date. When traveling abroad, check with your health care provider about additional immunizations (免疫).

    Stay clear of wild animals. Many wild animals, including bats, foxes and coyotes, can spread the virus to humans by biting. Keep your pets away from wild animals, too. Dogs, cats or any other type of warm-blooded animal can pick up the virus and pass the virus along to people.

A. Dry your hands and wrists thoroughly.

B. Use animal control to prevent infections.

C. While vaccines may cause some common side effects,

D. Although vaccines can not prevent some rare diseases,

E. Other wild animals can not transmit the virus and other infections.

F. We do know that most microbes enter through openings in the body.

G. You should also wash up after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

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    As tech gets ever more clever, it opens possibilities - not just for business but for cybercriminals (网络罪犯). Companies are being kept on their toes to find the most up-to-date security. However, the real question is, "How can we use this securely?"

    AIs may make it easier to attack company systems. They also give security experts new ways to detect problems and free them up from repetitive (重复的) work.

    AIs also provide new solutions for security operation centers. This job used to be done by skilled analysts (分析师). But machine learning can now spot 80 percent of false positives, leaving the analysts to work on the potentially harmful 20 percent.

    AIs are very good at recognizing new things which are potentially a problem. They spot new threats because they've learned what looks normal and what doesn't. You have to accept you will be attacked and deal with it like an immune system would. The next step is to allow Al systems to take action in real time, so you have self-defending networks.

A. So they can focus their efforts where they are needed most.

B. This includes old and new tech working side by side.

C. They're a bit like the human immune system.

D. For example, it is very good at identifying misleading security alarms.

E. It's vital to have a right view of how technology is actually used.

F. Then you will have an Al reacting to attacks and you'll never even know it.

G. When they adopt new technology, they often ask themselves, "Is this secure?"

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    Hotels in Shanghai are requested to stop offering disposable toiletries (一次性洗漱用品) unless customers ask, in order to make efforts to reduce waste and pursue (追求) green development. . The move is stated in a set of regulations on garbage sorting and recycling that went into effect in Shanghai.

    Under the new regulations, most household plastic wastes should be sorted and recycled. The city also encourages individuals and companies to reduce their use of disposable plastic products. Kunlun Jing An hotel is one of those that answered the government call that “not offering disposable toiletries unless asked". " Shanghai is taking a lead in the country to fight against plastic waste," said Gerd Knaust, general manager of Kunlun Jing An hotel. "Hotels should make contributions to sorting and recycling garbage."

    "It is a good thing to reduce waste in daily life," said Zhang Wei, 40, from east China's Shandong Province who checked in the hotel for a business trip. He brought a reusable toothbrush after being informed by the hotel in advance.

    At least 6.5 million sets of disposable toiletries are said to be used every day if the occupancy rate (入住率) is 50 percent for the 13 to 15 million hotel rooms across China, said Du Liangliang of the Hotel Business Unit of Ctrip, China's leading online travel agency. "," Du said.

A. The hotel said the new measure will help reduce plastic waste

B. Guests are encouraged to use recyclable toiletries during their stay

C. If hotels stop offering disposable toiletries, it will be great progress

D. It is one of the steps that the government takes to protect our environment

E. Also, we should encourage customers worldwide to lead an eco-friendly life

F. The hotel has informed people of the change through online and offline means

G. Plastic products harm our environment so greatly that we shall reduce their use

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    Making other people feel good feels good, and, best of all, it requires little more than a generous heart. Studies show that people feel happier when they do something kind for another person, and both recipients and good deed-doers can get the benefits. It can't be smarter idea to create this World Kindness Day.

    Learn a friend's language. You care and take an interest in their experiences. Making someone feel included and respected will feel a greater sense of belonging, an essential component of happiness.

    . Reaching out to someone for the first time in a long time can be an instant remedy (治疗) for whatever trouble you. It's as simple as a text, a note or a Face Time call. Let someone know you're thinking of them, even after some time apart. Studies suggest strong bonds can improve physical health, too.

    Genuinely compliment (赞扬) someone. A respectful comment that comes from the heart about someone's unique hair style, excellent performance in a conceit or their great solution to a problem at work might be all it takes to improve someone's mood.

    Collect trash you see around your neighborhood. Picking up trash and recyclables off the street beautifies your community and benefits the environment. The environment can't clean itself, after all!

    Thank the people in your life. They are the security guard outside of your workplace, the supermarket worker you see every day, your mom. Thank people for the things, big and small, that they do that improve your life. Gratitude is priceless.

A. Others' positive words could help some people be a bit kinder to themselves, too.

B. If your friends are overweight, that too ups the odds you'll pack on pounds.

C. Open your heart with some small, free ways to make someone's day.

D. Without their help, your world might not rim as efficiently.

E. It might even inspire others to take up the task with you.

F. Reconnect with a friend or family member.

G. Have an eye contact with friends.

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    It's in Your Hands

    Feeding bread to the ducks is a fond pastime for many of us, reminding us of happy childhood trips to the local park. Eating it can cause our feathered friends to develop a condition called Angel Wing, which is when too much bread makes birds' feathers grow too quickly. This additional weight puts a strain on their muscles, causing their wings to twist and drop open.

    "Angel Wing can be cured if we reach birds before it has developed too severely," says Caroline Simpson, a trustee of UK charity Swan Lifeline, "" Over the last 20 years UK charity Swan Lifeline has rescued and treated more than 30,000 birds. Adult swans can develop heart disease by eating much bread, so it's important that we do our best to prevent this by feeding them the right kind of food.

    Rotten bread at the bottom of rivers and lakes allows bacteria to breed, spreading disease and attracting rats and other pests to our waterways, which can result in the presence of a mould (霉菌) called Aspergillus. It has the potential to kill waterfowl and other wildlife if it gets into their lungs.

    Definitely not. Wild Things Swan & Duck Food has launched the "Better than Bread" Campaign to highlight the risk of a calorific diet to water birds. The campaign advises that there are much healthier alternatives to bread, such as specially developed feeds. They can float on the water surface, so birds can enjoy every last bit.

A. So we must stop feeding the ducks.

B. But did you know that bread actually puts birds in danger?

C. Does this mean we have to stop fun trips to feed the ducks?

D. Bread can also cause harmful changes to the natural ecosystem.

E. What a scene it is to watch ducks eating bread floating on the river!

F. Otherwise the consequences can be serious — such as the loss of the wing.

G. Next time take a healthier alternative and do your bit to protect our precious wildlife.

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No-friend eating trend

    When you eat lunch in a restaurant, you might see many people eating by themselves, watching videos on their phones. Do you worry they're lonely?

    You probably didn't even notice because you were looking at your own phone. The New York Post says that eating alone with electronic devices is a growing trend among young people around the world.

    According to a new survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of the US-based Highbush Blueberry Council, the average adult eats six meals alone each week and 387 meals each year.

    Maybe not.

    "The way we define 'togetherness' and what it means to be connected seems to be evolving as technology evolves. Keeping our relationships strong doesn't always require being together physically," wrote the report.

    Nowadays, many young people spend more time studying and working in competitive environments. Instead, it's natural to communicate with others through text, email and social media.

    Daniela Galarza, from the US, is one of these young people. She told the New York Post that she spent nearly 10 hours on her work every day. She said, "Engaging with my friends and families on social media platforms for about half an hour every day always helps me feel more connected with them. "

    "Today, 'togetherness' is more of a feeling than a physical state, and people get creative to stay connected, " a spokesperson for The Highbush Blueberry Council told the New York Post. ""

A. I'm not lonely any more.

B. Do you feel pity for them?

C. Being together all the time is great.

D. Does it mean there are a lot of lonely people?

E. They enjoy eating alone with electronic devices.

F. They have less time to gather and eat with their friends or families.

G. The joy of being together – however you manage it – never changes.

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    75 years—that's how long it took to conduct the Harvard Grant Study that revealed the state of success and happiness depends on two things: love and work ethic (工作准则). And the idea that children doing chores are more likely to succeed is surely new.

    Kids who grow up doing chores contribute.

    Chores help a person develop a certain attitude which can lead to them taking charge when there's help needed. Those who've learned to take the initiative since childhood are more likely to be leaders.

    Kids develop self-efficacy.

    When a kid sees that his / her actions lead to a certain outcome, it opens a door to a whole network of other activities like thinking, coping, trying, failing and succeeding. It gives the kid more space to experience life in general.

    They become more capable and responsible.

    And protecting your child from household duties and building a dependent pattern of behavior does more damage in the end. More or less independent living will cause a definite stress for a child who gets used to the fact that a certain part of their life is done without their participation or effort.

    They figure out how to get tasks done.

    Parents should not put all the effort into kids' good grades and thick resume, but rather on forming a certain set of habits, skills and a mindset in general. This includes, for example, the ability to schedule a day, prioritize urgent and important tasks.

A. It's more or less obvious with love.

B. Kids should be rewarded for doing chores.

C. This quality will be useful in group projects.

D. This will help them more in life than good grades ever will.

E. Parents should encourage kids to do chores for the good of health.

F. Chores are a big part of everyday life which is impossible to avoid.

G. Doing chores gives them more control over another area of their life.

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    School Spirit Week can be held any time throughout the year in America. It is a special time when youthful exuberance (活力) is allowed full expression.

    There are spirit band sessions, spirit assemblies and spirit teams that have one primary goal. That goal is to promote school tradition and encourage students to recognize their school as an important part of their life.Some schools will use it as a kick-off for a charity (慈善) event such as collecting food for the local food bank.

    A Spirit Week program can include many types of supporting activities. At most events, students like to wear identifying clothing or articles that show they are a unified group and support their school. Spirit week agendas often encourage students to wear fun and modern clothes.Monday might be funny hat day, followed by Tuesday's Hawaiian shirt day and Wednesday's silly T-shirt day. Thursday could be pajama day, rounded off with Friday's school colors day.Students decorate the walls, halls and classrooms with banners, posters and other adornments. Spirit Week posters and banners can reflect the theme of the week, the pride in the school, or show any other creative support of the school.

    Parents love this special week as much as students and teachers do because parents have a great interest in the success of their children.

A. Spirit Weeks often have a central theme.

B. Spirit Week is about having loads of fun at school.

C. They can wear a different one for each day of the week.

D. The kids aren't the only ones dressed up for Spirit Week.

E. It makes them very happy to see the kids enthused about school activities.

F. It is also a time to recognize athletic teams competing during that season.

G. The main purpose of Spirit Week is to get the kids supportive of the school.