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But then, something amazing happened! During the Han Dynasty, the brave officer Zhang Qian traveled west as far as Central Asia and brought silk there. As years passed by, silk became so important that the trade road from Europe to China got its name Silk Road.

The Silk Road became a busy highway for traders who carried things across deserts and mountains. In China, people sold silk and tea. In return, they received treasures such as spices (香料), gold, and silver from the West. At the very beginning, it was mainly about trade; then people began to share ideas, technologies, and cultures. For example, Chinese inventions like paper-making were spread to the West, while new ideas about math and science came to China.

Most importantly, the Silk Road helped different cultures learn from each other. Art, music, and even language were shared along this ancient road. In places like the Dunhuang Grottoes (敦煌石窟) in China, you can see how art pieces combined (融合) Eastern and Western styles into something distinctive. It can not be seen anywhere else.

The story of the Silk Road tells us how people from faraway lands could become friends through trade and shared ideas. Today, we remember the Silk Road as one of the greatest examples of cooperation and exchange in history. It shows us how important it is to learn about and respect each other's traditions, and that different cultures can work together to create amazing things.

The library is just seven square meters in size but houses thousands of books on different subjects. "It might be the smallest library in the world," said Xu Dawei, the owner. "But in another way, it's also the biggest because the books keep moving. Once, a reader took a book on Chinese garden history. After finishing it, the reader passed it to a neighbour. The neighbour then took it to Germany!"

"I've read thousands of books," Xu said. "Books have truly changed my life." The idea of starting a library took shape in 2010, when Xu recommended (推荐) online a list of his favorite books to university students, but many of them said they couldn't find those books in their school libraries or local bookstores. So he began sending his books to readers for free. "They all wrote me letters expressing (表达) their thanks. It inspired (鼓舞) me to take it further, turning my book-gifting into a real library," Xu said.

"All the readers have to do is come. Even if they finish a book and decide not to pass it on, at least the book benefited (使受益) one person and perhaps their family, helping them fall in love with reading," Xu said. "And this is my dream."

Jim Green has been in China for more than two years. He has been to many interesting places in Beijing, but he has not yet been to many other1 of China. Last week he went to Guilin, hoping to see the beautiful mountains and rivers.

Many people like to travel by2, but the Greens think that travelling by train is better. It is much3 and far more enjoyable than a rushed journey by air. They can slow down and feel the warmth of people around. They had a wonderful train ride to Guilin4 they took a boat tour along the Li River. The train was quite nice and tidy, and there weren't too many people in5 sleeping car. The Greens could stand up and6 around.

It was a long journey, but none of them felt tired. They talked, laughed and7 cards with a group of middle school students nearby. The students were going to Guilin for a study trip. They shared things about their schools and dreams. The conductor (列车长) kept coming to give them hot water and asked if anyone needed help. People nearby8 each other small gifts — some local snacks from their hometowns. A young student tried to speak English9 Mr and Mrs Green to practice his oral English. Jim thought the train was like a big warm family. He went to sleep quite late. He enjoyed listening to the sound of the running train and the soft talks around, then fell asleep.

When Jim woke up the next morning, the train was10 near Guilin. His train ride seemed really short, but his memory of the kindness and warmth on the train will last long.

Hi, everybody! I'm Mark. The new year is coming and as usual. I will make a few resolutions at the beginning of the year. But this time I will stop dreaming.

First of all, I'm going to spend less time talking and more time doing. Last year, my friends and I spent too much time talking. There is a lot of work to do in the new year, so I'm going to make good use of my time.

Secondly, I'm going to spend less time in front of the TV and the computer. They are fun but also time-consuming. It's better to spend time reading books.

Thirdly, I'm going to exercise more. I took little exercise before. It's important to keep a balance (平衡) between health and study. And enough exercise is good for me.

Lastly, I'm going to keep on writing stories because I want to become a writer in the future. I think a great writer should be good at writing stories.

Resolutions may be difficult to keep. I made lots of resolutions but didn't keep them before. I'm not going to do that again in the new year. I'll try my best to keep my resolutions.

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Fuchsia Dunlop was born in Oxford, the UK. When she was young, she dreamed of becoming a cook. In 1994, she moved to Sichuan, China, and finally achieved (she) dream. There, she started learning cooking skills at university in Chengdu.

When she was studying at university, Dunlop always carried a notebook wrote down the recipes she tested. "For me, there are many wonderful things about Chinese food. The most amazing part is that we can eat (healthy) while enjoying the delicious taste," she said.

As time went by, Dunlop's love for Chinese food became (strong). In 2001, she wrote her first book Sichuan Cookery. She honed her skills (introduce) Sichuan food to foreigners (外国人). At the same time, she (stick) to learning about different Chinese dishes.

In 2016, Dunlop wrote another book about Jiangnan food called Land of Fish and Rice. After about twenty years of study, she discovered that many dishes have special (meaning) and stories behind them. These stories often have a lot to do Chinese history and culture. To learn more about these dishes, she (read) more Chinese classics in the future to explore the relationship between Dongpo Pork and the famous poet (诗人) Su Dongpo.

Zootopia 2 is one of the most expected movies in 2025. It's a sequel (续集) to Disney's popular film Zootopia. Judy Hopps, the smart rabbit, and Nick Wilde, the clever fox, are back as a team. But this time, they have a big1—their partnership hits a problem. They go to a counselor (心理咨询师) to fix it, but soon they get a new task: stopping a snake named Gary from making2 in Zootopia.

Gary isn't working alone. He is just a3 used by a lynx gang (猞猁黑帮). As Judy and Nick chase Gary, they find a deep conflict (冲突) between mammals (哺乳动物) and non-mammals in Zootopia. This conflict has been hidden for a long time and may4 the city's peace.

The movie also brings back some favorite old characters: Flash, the super-slow sloth (树懒), returns as an underground information king. He helps Judy and Nick with important5. Besides, the film shows new areas like swamps (沼泽) and cold lands. Over 50,000 animals appear in one scene, thanks to advanced (先进的)6.

Zootopia 2 teaches us about friendship and courage. Judy and Nick learn to7 each other again. Even when things are hard. The story also tells us that we should face conflicts instead of8 from them.

With great voices and amazing visuals (视觉效果), Zootopia 29 audiences of all ages. It10 in China and North America on November 26, 2025.

Do you notice that people around you like different things? Some love painting, while others enjoy basketball. The differences make life interesting. Let's explore why accepting (接纳) them is important and how we can do it.

Differences help us learn.

He told me about his country's food and festivals. I learned more from him than from a book! When we accept differences, we discover new things.

In families or groups, different skills help everyone. For example, my friend's mum is good at communicating with others, and her dad plans amazing trips. Together, they make a great team!

Accepting doesn't always mean liking.

Accepting differences doesn't mean you have to like the same things. Mary loves fishing, but Lily thinks it's boring. Still, they respect each other's hobbies without arguing. That's true friendship.

How can you be more accepting?

First, listen like an explorer. Ask questions without judging (判断). If a classmate wears unique (独特的) clothes, try asking. "Where did you get that shirt? It looks cool!" Second, treat others how you want to be treated (被对待). Do the same for others and you'll build stronger friendships.

Differences are like colours in a painting By accepting others, we learn, grow, and create a kinder world together.

A. Differences make teams stronger.

B. Each one makes the world brighter.

C. Let's take two best friends as an example.

D. Last year, I met a taxi driver from Venezuela.

E. Remember how happy you feel when someone accepts you.

Xiaolongbao, also called steamed buns, is very popular in China. Many people love it for its soft skin (外皮), tasty fillings (馅), and fresh soup.

When it comes to Xiaolongbao, a lot of people easily connect it with Hangzhou, an important city in Zhejiang. They believe it is the birthplace of the food. Actually, the real birthplace of Xiaolongbao is Shengzhou. The city is about 120 kilometers southeast of Hangzhou. Here's how the misunderstanding started.

Long ago, the owner of the first Xiaolongbao restaurant in Shengzhou wanted to draw more customers. Since Hangzhou was already famous at the time, he planned to write "Hangzhou Xiaolongbao" on his signboard. This trick worked, and more people came to his shop to try the snack. When the other shop owners saw this, they did the same thing. That's why the name "Hangzhou" is still connected with the food today.

Now, around 50,000 people from Shengzhou run over 20,000 Xiaolongbao shops across China, making fresh, handmade buns every day. But the process takes time and needs much work. To save time, some shop owners turn to new machines to make frozen (冷冻的) Xiaolongbao. These frozen buns travel to supermarkets and homes across China, so everyone can enjoy Shengzhou's special snack at any time.

One Friday, Randy and Jack came to the playground to play badminton. Jack was much better at badminton than Randy. After about half an hour, Randy said to Jack, "Oh, I need to take a rest. I have to say that you are really good at this game." Their classmate Nick heard this. He laughed out loud and said, "Randy, that's because you are really bad at the sport. I am the best of the three of us." Then, he asked Jack if he would like to play with him. Jack said, "OK." Then, the two began to play.

As a tall boy, Nick showed great skills at playing badminton. It was not easy for Jack to win, but still, he won the game. To Jack's surprise, Nick said, "I can win if I have a racket as good as yours." However, Jack didn't think so. He said, "Let's swap rackets to play again."

Unluckily for Nick, he still lost the game. This time round, Nick had no excuses. He lowered his head and planned to leave. However, Jack went over to him, saying, "Do not be sad. You are a skilled (熟练的) player too." Hearing this, Nick learnt that he should not be too proud because there would always be somebody better than him.

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Miss Wang reminded the students that such mistakes next time.

    boy Tom was!

However, Tom didn't remember the time at all, so him two more days the task.

Miss Wang also told the students their videos next Wednesday.

Last week, Miss Wang her students a video about great people.

David met a problem last month. He felt quite e about his look after wearing braces. He believed that the metal made him look strange and even began to d what his friends said to him.

David f to communicate with anyone about it, because he was very shy. He felt so lost all the time. Sensing his unhappiness, his elder sister decided to have a talk with him. She listened to him patiently and gave him some s. "First," she said, "remember how your real friends have always supported you. Second, this is temporary. The braces will come off, but the strength you build now will last."

Her words worked. David realized he had been too focused on his appearance. He decided to trust his friends again and face this problem b. To his surprise, no one treated him differently and he gradually found his confidence again.

Putting things off is a common trouble for many middle school students. With piles of schoolwork and after-school activities, it's easy to feel anxious and push things to later. Soon, you may fall behind in classes, and your grades might drop. According to the experts, there are some effective ways to fight it.

First of all, break big tasks into tiny and manageable steps. A huge project can feel as scary as climbing a mountain. But if you divide it into small parts, it becomes much easier. Just tell yourself, "Today, I'll pick a topic and write one paragraph." Tomorrow, you can do some research and add another section. Finally, the "mountain" will be overcome before you know it.

Besides the "tiny steps" method, the "work-and-rest" trick also helps a lot. Set a timer for 25 minutes—during this time, focus fully on your work. During the period, you can have a snack, walk around your room, or stretch your legs freely. This short rest lets your brain refresh, and it's easier to keep going once you start again. Put your mobile phones away and find a quiet spot where you can focus.

What's more, treat yourself to something small after finishing a task, like listening to your favourite song or eat a piece of candy. These little rewards keep you motivated. Be patient with yourself-even small progress is progress. Finally, you'll surely see the payoff of your hard work.

A. Then take a five-minute break.

B. Also, stay away from what pulls your attention.

C. For example, you've got to write a five-page paper.

D. But if you keep putting them off, they can snowball.

E. Change doesn't happen overnight, so stick to it every day.

In fact, a 2015 study showed that nearly 70% of Americans wash their chicken before cooking. However, since the 1990s, experts from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have advised people not to do this. They state that rather than reducing the risk of foodborne illness, washing raw meat makes it more likely to spread bacteria (细菌) around the kitchen, which may make people sick.

"Washing meat before cooking isn't really helpful," says Betty Feng, a food science professor at Purdue University. "The only thing it does is splashing (飞溅) water and can spread bacteria to other places in your kitchen—like your sink and your clothes." Moreover, Feng strongly disagrees with using saltwater, vinegar, or lemon juice, because they are not strong enough to kill bacteria. "If the acidity (酸度) is high enough to kill bacteria, you wouldn't be able to touch it with your hands," she explains.

A recent study also found that placing meat in a bowl of water reduced the splashing but not the spread of bacteria. "I would treat the sink just like the outside of the chicken—it could also be dirty and unsafe," says Benjamin Chapman, an associate professor in North Carolina State University. "The way that we make meat safe is through cooking, not through washing away bacteria."