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I grew up poor-living with my wonderful mother. We had little money but plenty of love and attention. I was happy and energetic. I understood that no matter how poor a person was, he could still afford a dream.

My dream was to be a sportsman. By the time I was sixteen, I had started playing baseball. I could throw a ninety-mile-per-hour fastball and hit anything that moved on the football field. I was also1: my high-school coach was John, who not only believed in me, but also taught me to believe in myself. He taught me the difference between having a dream. One unusual2 with Coach John changed my life forever.

A friend recommended me for a summer job. This meant a chance for money in my pocket—money for a new bike and new clothes, and the3 of savings for a house for my mother. Then I realized I would have to4 up summer baseball to deal with the work schedule, and that meant I would have to tell coach John I wouldn't be playing.

When I told Coach John, he was as5 as I expected him to be "You have your whole life to work," he said. "You don't have too many playing days in your life. You can't afford to6 them." I stood before him with my head7, trying to think of the words that would8 to him why my dream of buying my mom a house and having money in my pocket was worth facing his disappointment in me.

"How much are you going to make at this job, son?" he asked.

"3.5 dollars an hour," I replied.

"Well," he asked, "is $3.5 an hour the9 of a dream?"

That simple question made me understand the difference between10something right now and having a goal. I decided myself to play sports that summer and within the year I was hired (雇佣) by the Pittsburgh Pirates to play baseball, and was offered a $20,000 contract (合同). In 2000, I bought my mother the house of my dream!

When you step into a new environment, you must have a strong wish1 in. Fitting in means making more friends, having more influence2 others and getting more chances to live a happier life. Here is some3 that can help you.

Be4. Confidence5 most people. Everyone is special and there is only one person like you in this world. Spend some time6 about your strong points. If so, you will be able to build up confidence step by step. You won't have7 difficulty fitting in.

Be kind to everyone. Kindness is the bridge to your own happiness. Always give more than you receive, and think more of others than of8.

Be active in group activities. Various activities like playing football can help you to be known to9. You may add more friends to your circle. At the same time, you10 be amazed to see how much they like you.

Be optimistic. Optimism makes both you and other people11 pleased. It makes12 good impression. A pleasant smile costs the13 and does the most. Humor catches others' attention,14. People will like you for making them live happily.

If you follow what15 above, you will be accepted by people around you. As a result, you will fit in very well and enjoy your new life.

提示词语：easy, convenient, knowledge, improve lives

提示问题：

1. What's the greatest invention in your mind?

2. How does this greatest invention (you mentioned) change people's lives?

3. What do you think of inventions? Why?

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He the sky and the earth.

This invention lightning.

The people of Tongcheng will .

I beautiful birdsong for a while.

Nothing is impossible you try and stick to it.

The Silk Road

The Silk Road was not only a road, but also a large group of busy roads that connected China with Europe and the Middle East. It started about 2,230 years ago and played an important role in the development of economic (经济的) and cultural exchanges (交换) across countries.

These old roads had busy business ports (港口). They also had lively markets that were offered as the center for the exchange of products. Silk was one of the most popular products, but many other products also traveled along these roads. For example, tea, china (瓷器), and spices (香料) traveled from the Eastern countries to the Western countries. At the same time, the West exchanged animals, paintings, fruits, etc.

The exchange along the roads had not only products but also ideas and cultures. The ideas from one area would find their way to another, improving societies and understanding. For example, papermaking appeared in China, and then reached Europe and other countries. It also changed the way countries communicated with each other.

One of the most famous travelers to use the Silk Road was the Italian traveler Marco Polo. His journey to China during the 13th century opened up a window into the East for Europeans. To introduce the customs and geography of the areas he visited, he wrote a famous book, The Travels of Marco Polo.

By understanding the Silk Road, we can know how we keep in touch with the world for centuries, and how products and cultural exchanges continue to shape our whole society. Today, the idea of "the Belt and Road Initiative" is put forward by China to develop the economy and cooperation (合作) among Asia, Europe, and Africa.

I remember I used to be deathly afraid of public speaking. My legs would get weak as I made my way in front of the audience. My mouth would tremble (发抖) as I would begin to say the first few words. I would avoid eye contact (避免眼神接触) unless I find someone with a smiling face, there is a way to overcome a fear of public speaking.

Understand the cause of the fear

Find out why it's a fear in the first place. The main reason is the fear of being embarrassed (窘迫的). Most of you are afraid of being laughed at, doing anything foolish or having the audience judge (判断) you. When there are other people who might judge you or think badly of you, this causes you to get nervous.

Change your mindset (心态)

Try not to think about yourself and what the audience might think of you. Instead, think about the audience and how you can best deliver (传递) your message across. Then, you will be able to get over this fear.

Practice

It's best to practice in front of a supporting (支持的) group of people. This will not only make public speaking easier but also help you gain confidence. The more you practice it, the easier it will get.

The way I was able to get over my fear of speaking came in two periods (时期). The first period was in high school. I entered the speech class, and all I wanted was to get passed. I didn't care about winning. Even when I forgot what to say, I didn't get nervous. The next period was during my job as a trainer. My job was to motivate (激励) people. So gradually, my focus went from thinking about myself to not caring about that, and finally to thinking about my audience. In the two periods, my mindset changed from the mindset of fear to the mindset of power.

So overcoming a fear of public speaking comes down to having the right mindset and practice.

Peng was born in Shandong Province in 2004. She got hearing problems because of a high fever in 2006. It changed her life. She was very shy because she couldn't hear well and she was afraid to talk to others. Hoping to make her brave and confident, Peng's father took his daughter to the nearest swimming pool when she was six. It was there that Peng found her love for swimming.

With the help of her parents, Peng tried her best to take care of both swimming training and schoolwork, but it was really a great challenge (挑战) for her. "I once thought about stopping swimming. But I just told myself, my future will be different from what I dreamed of if I give up," said Peng.

The Chengdu Games was a turning point for Peng. She trained even harder before the competition in order to do better in the race. Finally, she finished the 1500-meter freestyle (自由泳) with her personal best time in Chengdu Games and won a chance to go to the Olympics. Peng challenged herself in the competition, and saw the Chengdu Games as a chance to make new friends. She has become much more outgoing and confident through swimming.

Lucy: I love reading and want to improve my reading skills. I'd like to choose

Tom: I have trouble listening and understanding English conversations. I should choose

Peter: I can't speak English well and I want to talk with others in English. I can choose

Daisy enjoyed walking around with her long black hair. She enjoyed the attention from her friends. Daisy never wanted to1 it ever again. This would all change after listening to a speech on a Saturday morning.

That day, Daisy learned about a hospital that specialized in treating children with serious illnesses. Children there hold the2 to have their hair like the other children at their age.

The speech touched Daisy3, and she knew she had to do something to help these children feel happy and beautiful.

Daisy decided to donate (捐赠) her long hair to the sick children in the hospital. The next day, Daisy arrived at a salon (美发厅) with a big smile on her face,4 to cut her hair. Then she let the hairdresser begin his work.

Stephen, the hairdresser in the salon was amazed at Daisy's idea because of the length of her hair. After listening to Daisy's explanation, he5 his friend who had such an illness, and he understood how important it was for these children to feel beautiful and confident, even if it was just for a little while.

A few days later, as Stephen worked his magic on the children's hair, everyone in the hospital felt excited. The children looked beautiful and happy, and their families6 Daisy for her act of kindness. The story of Daisy's donation spread throughout Huntsvile, and soon, other children began donating their7 to the hospital as well. The community supported these children and gave them books for their kind act.

Daisy's long hair became a symbol (象征) of hope and love for all those who received them. She8 away her hair. In return, happiness came to her from making others feel special and loved.

—I ________ the Science Museum with my friends.