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On every smartphone there sits a tracker's paradise (乐园) of location data ready to be shared. And this tech is marketed as convenient, not frightening.

What is an acceptable level of online surveillance (监视)? I had assumed we all agreed that the ideal was none. A quick enquiry on my friends found that those who were, like me, in their 40s and older either had no idea they could use their phone in this way or had relatively little interest in doing so. But friends a decade or so younger all seem to be tracking one another at will. They don't find the idea of monitoring or being monitored in this way upsetting. They say it makes them feel safer.

It is just that they are realistic about the privacy that is available. They know that if you own a smartphone and don't want to disable useful things like maps, then your location is already being watched. If app creators, smartphone makers and ad companies are already tracking your location, then why not share the information with people you know?

If you want to start tracking the people you know, then there are some rules involved. It's fine to use tracking to check that a friend has got home safely at the end of a night out, for example, but not to surprise them on the street. And think carefully about whom you share data with.

Location tracking as a safety measure, particularly for elderly parents and children, is appealing. Once you grow comfortable sharing your location with your family and friends, perhaps one day you'll be happy to share it with your employer or even government agencies.

A. It is for family and close friends only, not new dates.

B. But the truth is how popular it is depends on your age.

C. Location sharing has been around for more than a decade.

D. The risk is that if you do it too often, it will be hard to turn around.

E. After all, no one will find it comfortable to be watched all the time.

F. This is not because they are blind to the importance of online privacy.

G. Location tracking is so precise that it can locate one person in a crowd.

Each of us has a place in nature where we go sometimes, even if it is torn down. We cannot be the last generation to have that place. At this rate, kids who miss the sense of wonder outdoors will not grow up to be protectors of natural landscapes. "If the decrease in park use continues across North America, who will defend parks against encroachment (蚕食)?" asks Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods.

Without having a nature experience, kids can turn out just fine, but they are missing out a huge enrichment of their lives. That applies to everything from their physical health and mental health, to stress levels, creativity and cognitive (认知的) skills. Experts predict modern kids will have poorer health than their parents — and a lack of outside play is surely part of it; research suggests that kids do better academically in schools with a nature exposure. Even a small outdoor experience can create wonder in a child. The three-year-old turning over his first rock realizes he is not alone in the world.

Kids are not responsible. They are just over-protected and frightened. It is dangerous outdoors from time to time, but when repetitive stress from computers is replacing breaking an arm as a childhood rite (仪式) during the children's growth, it can be more dangerous.

We should help regain for our kids some of the freedom and joy of exploring nature and taking friendship in fields and woods that cement love, respect and need for landscape. As parents, we should devote some of our energies to taking our kids into nature. This could yet be our greatest cause.

Living in a village near the Great Wall, Mei has a deep love for the wall. He still remembers he usually ran and played hide-and-seek with his friends on this impressive structure when he was a child. However, when he returned to the village after working outside for years, he was surprised by the damage to the ancient wall. "Some villagers even took bricks from it to build their houses," Mei said.

To help protect the wonder, Mei volunteered to walk along the wall each day to check its condition, encouraging other villagers to join him. "Of course, it might be dangerous to hike in the mountains by myself, so I always tap the grassy ground along the way with a wooden stick, scaring wild animals away," Mei said.

In 2006, as head of the village, Mei helped set up a local volunteer protection group. Realizing the importance of heritage protection, more and more villagers returned the bricks they had taken, and about 80 of them joined as volunteers. To ensure that the volunteers could carry out their duties effectively, Mei arranged for training programs on basic protection and safety measures. Together, they conducted daily check-ups to track the condition of the Great Wall and reported any damages.

Encouraged by her father, Mei's daughter, followed him and officially became a Great Wall protector in 2019. "When I was a child, my father always told me his stories and talked about the history of the Great Wall," Mei's daughter said. "It is also my responsibility to protect the cultural heritage."

The past ten years have seen Mei's preservation efforts to the Great Wall. "It is my biggest wish to see heritage well-preserved and open to visits, encouraging more people to join us in protecting the Great Wall," Mei says.

1. 介绍《孔融让梨》——Kong Rong Shared Pears

年四岁时，与诸兄共食梨，融辄引小者。大人问其故，答曰："我小几，法当取小者。"由是宗族奇之。

2. 介绍这则故事的寓意和你的看法。

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Li Hua

Chinese traditional instruments have long charmed the world with their unique sounds and cultural significance. From erhu and pipa, have gained international recognition, to lesser-known instruments that (value) for their unique sounds and historical depth, these instruments have played an important role in China's rich and diverse (music) tradition.

Whether you are a seasoned musician or simply someone (interest) in experiencing the beauty of traditional Chinese music, these instruments are sure (amaze) and delight. From the delicate melodies of guqin and xiao to the rhythmic beats of drum and gong, there is something everyone.

these instruments may seem mysterious and unfamiliar to some, they are (surprising) not difficult to learn and can provide a lifetime of (enjoy). So if you're looking to explore the world of traditional Chinese music, consider taking up one of these instruments. Who knows — you might just discover a passion that lasts a lifetime.

Today, these instruments are making a strong comeback, (bridge) ancient traditions with new ideas and creating music that feels both classic and fresh. By learning to play, you're not just mastering melodies — you're helping preserve a cultural treasure alive!

The idea came about at the beginning of 2018 when COVID first hit. "Many seriously ill patients are3 and fighting for their lives. To4 spirits across the hospital, I started singing in the passages (走廊). The mood changed as soon as the music started! I5 felt the staff and patients cheer up. I decided to make music in the hallways and spread our message of6 to the wider world. Who knew the choir would end up such a7!" she says.

Brien called on anyone who was anxious to show respect for healthcare workers. "I8 20 people at first, so you can imagine the shock when I got 200 eager musicians and songbirds ready to9! It's rewarding to see our hard-working cleaners10 with our doctors and nurses. We perform songs touching the hearts of people, providing some11 for everyone," says Brien. With plans to expand, Brien intends to12 more healthcare workers in her now famous choir. "We want to extend our appreciation to worldwide healthcare workers. I13 if you're having a bad day, our music will14 your day! You may have a tough time, but we want you to be15 that we're here for you, always," Emma says.

Created on April 23rd, 1995, by the United Nations, the day is all about celebrating the wonderful power of books and the joy of reading. However, people of all ages can celebrate it in their own ways.

Do you have a book you just can't get around to finish? Why not curl up on the couch and enjoy every last page? If you have children, pick a topic they're interested in and explore the magical world of literature together. It is the perfect day to teach them the joy of reading.

Yet it is also a good choice to get together with some friends and share the same book you all love. Hearing someone read aloud sentences you have only ever murmured to yourself could cause you to see them in a whole new way.

Whichever way you choose to celebrate World Book Day, it's an educational experience. They are a door into another world, full of fiction and imagination or facts that teach you incredible new things.

A. It shows the importance of reading.

B. A common celebration is doing some reading.

C. That's why World Book Day is a well-deserved holiday.

D. Doing some reading helps you understand the world better.

E. It's especially meant to encourage a love of reading in children.

F. Additionally, varied understanding of a book allows heated discussions.

G. You will find books are more than simple pieces of paper with words on them.

Feeling stressed one evening, I decided to find a game to relax with. That's when I discovered Tetris. Before I knew it, I was obsessed. My brain was still playing, with the blocks falling in my mind. I started looking at objects in the real world, imagining how they could be moved and fit together like the game's blocks. I even dreamed about Tetris. I was experiencing what's known as the "Tetris effect".

Introduced by journalist Jeffrey Goldsmith in his article called "This Is Your Brain on Tetris", the effect has been observed by psychologists and researchers. The lasting images of Tetris are due to the "Zeigarnik effect", in which people have better memories of uncompleted tasks than those of completed ones. Tetris, being a game that technically never ends, keeps you thinking of the game's unfinished task, reported Tech Times. And the catchy music stays with you, too.

Interestingly, the Tetris effect has some positive aspects. In 1991, psychologist Richard Haier at the University of California found that continuously playing Tetris resulted in the thickness of the cerebral cortex (大脑皮层) increasing, which improves brain efficiency, reported psychology website Practical Pie. Haier's discovery got Tetris put into the Guinness World Records Video Gamer's Edition 2008, as the "first video game to be proven to improve brain functioning and efficiency".

Tetris has also been researched for its potential as a treatment for trauma. In a study at John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, researchers found that playing Tetris helped reduce unwanted memories in people who had been in car accidents.

So, the next time you want to play a computer game, why not try the classic Tetris and see if it improves your brain function? But be warned, you'll likely be seeing falling blocks everywhere.