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I looked at the emptiness outside Then I saw all three chickens sitting around the edge of a white bucket. How was this strong wind not blowing them into the field beyond? I quickly put on my long heavy winter coat and large boots.

I shouted at the wind as it blew. I was alone, struggling in the snow. My children stared out of the window into the vast white sea of snow, their eyes focused for any sign of movement. Outside I heard the sound of my boots as I struggled through the snow.

The snow circling around me, I slowly made my way to the soft cluck-cluck-cluck sound my hens always made. When I reached them, I saw that their little feet were holding on to the edge of the bucket, heads bent (弯下) forward and away from the wind. I gently lifted each hen and put it carefully into the warm inside. Then I began the freezing walk back to the small shed (棚子) directly behind our house. One by one I laid my chickens on the cold floor, and they began to cluck softly.

As I shut the shed doors, my eyes went directly to the window where my children were watching. They jumped up and down cheering, and so did I! I wasn't some superman from movies. I was simply a mom, but the look on my children's faces told me that they thought I was a hero mom.

Now with two shinning medals hung around his neck, the 17-year-old described his superb Olympic debut (首秀) as an unbelievable experience that has made all his sacrifices worthwhile. "This feels so impossible that I've finally accomplished what I've dreamed of since I was little," said an emotional Su.

Over the past four years, Su has combined his talent with hard work to produce one of the swiftest rises to prominence the sport has ever seen. When the Shougang Big Air venue hosted its first international event, Su was an unknown qualifier, who didn't even make the final runs. Just over two years later, Su is the name on everyone's lips at the venue s Olympic debut — drawing the whole nation's attention to the sport he loves.

"The biggest motivation (动力) for me is my love for snowboarding," Su said, when asked about the secret to his success. "In snowboarding, I feel like I can show my own style and creativity. Every time I ride my board, it's always a joyful moment. I hope through my experience, I can inspire more young people to get interested in the sport."

Su, a former child actor who featured in action movies, said the Olympic gold will encourage him to seek for more breakthroughs — even beyond his athletic career.

"I enjoy snowboarding just as much as I enjoy acting," said Su, who turns 18 on Friday. "I think I still have a lot of possibilities to explore in my future career either in snowboarding or in acting. But now I just want to enjoy the moment and celebrate it as the best possible birthday gift."

Gallery Art Session

National curriculum links

●Art & Design

About this session

Gallery Art sessions take place in one or more of the Museum's galleries. Your students explore a theme chosen by you and are led by an artist-educator. The sessions reflect the diversity of world cultures through the British Museum's collections.

Format: gallery workshop, Q&A, practical art-based activities, discussion

Capacity: 15 per group(max 30 students per day, split into 2 groups)

Duration: 90 minutes

Price: Free

In detail

●The session begins with an introduction to the Museum and its collections.

●The artist-educator will lead students through an exploration of the theme in several galleries.

●It concludes with a meeting which highlights the questions to ask when examining museum objects, the skills of recording information gathered in a museum and a summary of the key themes of the session.

Before your visit

●The purpose of the Museum visit, for example, collecting material for a particular project or examining objects from a particular culture or period, should be made clear before arrival and students should know the expected outcomes of the visit.

After your visit

●Your session and museum visit should be recorded, e. g. using digital cameras, notes and drawings so that further in depth research can be done.

Find out more

A selection of galleries below may be visited during the session.

●Room 25: Africa

●Room 26: North America

●Room 27: Asia

1. 表达理解；

2. 你的看法；

3. 提出建议。

注意：1.词数80左右；

          2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Dear Amy,

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Yours,

Li Hua

Tai Chi, also noted as Taijiquan, is a (tradition) Chinese martial art that has developed into a popular form of exercise. Originated from China's ancient philosophy of Taoism, Tai Chi emphasizes the harmony between Yin and Yang.

The movements of Tai Chi are slow, gentle, and continuous, (require) a high level of concentration and relaxation. By practicing Tai Chi (regular), people can improve their physical balance, flexibility, and strength. Moreover, it helps to reduce stress and (anxious).

There are many different styles of Tai Chi, each with (it) different characteristics. Some of the most well-known (one) include Chen Style, Yang Style, and Wu Style. Learning Tai Chi usually starts with basic postures and movements, and then progresses to more complex forms.

In recent years, Tai Chi (gain) increasing popularity worldwide. Many people are attracted to its benefits for both the body and mind. Some even see it as a way to connect with Chinese culture.

(become) skilled in Tai Chi, one needs to practice constantly and under the guidance of a qualified instructor. It is not just about mastering the movements, but also about understanding the philosophy and spirit behind them.

Whether for health, relaxation, or cultural exploration, Tai Chi offers a valuable practice can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It continues to play important role in promoting physical and mental well-being, preserving and passing down traditional Chinese culture.

In high school she was the senior soccer captain; I was the freshman with something to5. But our coach made it clear that I was not proving I6 to be on the field in my own right. Instead I was proving I could be as good as my7. During this time, I felt trapped because we were two different people. When she graduated, I hoped the comparisons would8. That didn't happen.

Teachers and friends kept asking me if I was9 for my sister's school, or planning on playing soccer with her. At this point, I realized I had this immense (巨大的) amount of10 on me to pursue things I knew I did not want. I received shocked11 when I told everyone I would not be going to the same school as my sister. I was glad I made the12 because for the first time I felt a little like13.

College is my14. I am away from the people I grew up around. Instead, I am15 by people who are meeting me for the first time. I believe in being true to myself.

Don't expect to have it all.

Decisions force you to close the door on other possibilities. And there will be paths not taken, careers not chosen, to name a few. You can imagine some "what if" situations if you must, but do not let them take up too much space in your brain.

It's often good to think through your decisions. But don't overdo it. Research can reach a point where returns begin to reduce, which makes it confusing more than clear. Many good decisions can be made based as much on intuition (直觉) as on careful analysis of endless data.

Don't delay making decisions.

Yes, there is a time to put off making a decision. Perhaps you need more information. Or it's likely that you wait for a less stressful time. Just don't wait so long that the decision is made by your own indecisiveness (犹豫不决).

Don't be hard on yourself.

You decide to go on a voyage. You choose an expensive liner (邮轮). Everything should work out just right. Only you didn't expect an insect that ran around on the ship, making you and your family sick for five days. But please remember it is unavoidable sometimes.

A. Don't spend too much time thinking.

B. Don't rely on emotion to make decisions.

C. It is an important source of information.

D. You may regret making such a stupid decision.

E. You can't order every delicious dish on the menu.

F. Maybe you wish to turn to your parents for advice.

G. Unfortunately, people often find it hard to make decisions.

After finding that students who self-reported mindful habits performed better on tests and had higher grades, researchers from the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University wanted to know if school-based mindfulness training could help more students reap similar benefits.

They designed a study focusing on sixth-graders in a Boston school. The study showed that sixth-graders who participated in an eight-week mindfulness were less stressed out than their classmates who hadn't. Practicing mindfulness had helped improve the ability to focus in the moment, expanding students' capacity to learn and regulate their emotions.

Four times a week, instructors from Calmer Choice, a Massachusetts nonprofit specializing in mindfulness education, taught the group techniques and led them through practices, like focusing on a rock for a minute, then discussing when their mind wandered and refocused on the rock. Another group of sixth-graders took computer coding during that time instead. The students were randomly assigned between the groups.

At the end of the eight weeks, the mindfulness group reported being less stressed than they had been before the mindfulness education, and better able to practice self-control. And their amygdalae, the part of the brain that controls emotion, responded less to pictures of fearful faces than they did prior to the mindfulness work, suggesting their brains were less sensitive to negative stimuli, or, in other words, that they were less likely to get stressed out and lose focus. The group who attended coding classes didn't see the same benefits.

The findings suggest that the mindfulness instruction helped boost students' attention skills, as well as develop coping mechanisms for stress. The researchers believe it could be especially useful for schools to support students suffering from severe mental damage and other adversities that trigger stress in the body, hurting students' ability to succeed.

Ever since her childhood, Ginni, now 71, has had a deep love for travel. Throughout her career (职业) as a professional dancer, she toured in the UK, but always longed to explore further. When she retired from dancing and her sons eventually flew the nest, she decided it was time to take the plunge.

After taking a degree at Chichester University in Related Arts, Ginni began to travel the world, eventually getting work teaching English in Japan and Chile. And it was in Chile she discovered she could get last-minute cheap deals on ships going to Antarctica from the islands off Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost tip of the South American mainland. "I just decided I wanted to go," she says. "I had no idea about what I'd find there and I wasn't nervous, I just wanted to do it. And I wanted to do it alone as I always prefer it that way."

In March 2008, Ginni boarded a ship with 48 passengers she'd never met before, to begin the journey towards Antarctica. "From seeing the wildlife to witnessing sunrises, the whole experience was amazing. Antarctica left an impression on me that no other place has," Ginni says. "I remember the first time I saw a humpback whale; it just rose out of the water like some prehistoric creature and I thought it was smiling at us. You could still hear the operatic sounds it was making underwater."

The realization that this is a precious land, to be respected by humans, was one of the biggest things that hit home to Ginni.

The TWU Cafeteria is open 7 a. m. to 8 p. m. It serves snacks, drinks, ice cream bars and meals. You can pay with cash or your ID cards. You can add meal money to your ID cards at the Front Desk. Even if you do not buy your food in the cafeteria, you can use the tables to eat your lunch, to have meetings and to study.

The Globe (Relaxation)

The Globe, located in the bottom level of McMillan Hall, is available for relaxing, studying, cooking, and eating. Monthly activities are held here for all international students. Hours are 10 a. m. to 10 p. m. , closed on Sundays.

The Wellness Centre (Health)

Located on the top floor of Douglas Hall, the Wellness Centre is built for physical, emotional and social health. A doctor and nurse is available if you have health questions or need immediate medical help or personal advice. The cost of this is included in your medical insurance. Hours are Monday to Friday,9a. m. to noon and 1:00 p. m. to4:30p. m.

The Writing Centre (Academic Support)

All students have access to the Writing Centre on the upper floor of Douglas Hall. Here, qualified volunteers will work with you on written work, grammar, vocabulary, and other academic skills. You can sign up for an appointment on the sign-up sheet outside the door two 30-minute appointments per week maximum. This service is free.

It was a beautiful sunny day when the moving van pulled onto the tree-lined street. Mark and Mindy stepped out of the van and looked at their new home with pride. They had both been saving for a long time to purchase their first house together and were very excited to go on a new venture.

Within an hour they had unloaded a number of boxes and were pleased with their progress. The sky had begun to darken slightly, but the weather was still pleasant. Then Mindy heard it - even felt it. There was a large clap of thunder and then a bolt of lightning. Mindy and Mark immediately froze and looked at each other, then looked at the boxes scattered on their lawn. They hastily raced to get their belongings indoors, but not before getting caught in heavy rain.

The couple stood in their living room, wet from head to toe, surrounded by what were now very wet boxes. Then, Mark noticed a pool of water in the hallway.

He went to inspect (检查) and found that there was water dripping from the ceiling. "We can have someone fix it," Mindy said. "I'll grab a bucket to catch the water for now."

A moment later, Mark heard a scream and raced into the kitchen just in time to see a mouse running across the floor. Mindy was frozen with fright.

"Don't worry. We can take care of that!" Mark said, trying to sound as reassuring (安心的) as possible. "Let's go unpack some of the boxes. That will make us feel better."

Mark and Mindy made their way to the living room, but when they opened a box holding their kitchen utensils (器皿) and dishes, they found that all of their plates, bowls and cups were broken. They looked at each other in dismay.

"What do we do now?" Mindy asked.

Their first day in their new home was not turning out to be the joyous occasion they had expected. Just then, they both heard a noise. There was a knock at the door.

注意：

1.续写词数应为150左右；

2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

They opened the door slowly and found a little cat before their eyes.

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The squeaking (吱吱叫) noises were coming from the attic (阁楼).

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1.课程介绍(目的、内容、上课方式等);

2.你的收获。

注意：

1.写作词数应为80个左右；

2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

English Literature Reading Class Opens a New World

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