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The Duan inkstone, one of the four most famous inkstones in China, (originate) in the mountains by the Duanxi River in Guangdong Province. Since the Tang Dynasty, it has been the (center) region for Duan inkstone production and even today, most of the villagers still earn their living by making inkstones.

Throughout hundreds of years, villagers have developed scientific production system. The process involves stone selection, material screening, shape designing, carving, and wooden box matching, among stone selection and carving are the two most important steps.

Purple color, Duan inkstones are glossy and as smooth as silk. They enjoy a great reputation as they never crack even when (place) in low temperatures. It is a long and laborious process to handpick flawless Duan stones. Miners dig in tunnels less than one meter high at the riverside, and using tools such as dynamite (炸药) (forbid).

Carving involves good conception, and highlights the fine shape of the stones carving skills. In addition to natural designs, flying dragons, flowers and birds, figures, mountains and waters are common (image) carved on the stones. The matching boxes are also carefully chosen and are often made of purple sandalwood and rosewood. The Duan inkstone has various styles, and new-style products are designed one after another (meet) increased export demands.

Near our new house sat a charming cottage, which was4 to tourists. I got a job offer to5 the cottage. I'd worked in hotels for years, so when offered the6, I jumped at it. Still, it was a big change. I7 that it would be a right move.

While we waited for our grass to grow-or not-we8 settled into our new house through our efforts. We made it a cozy home, despite the9 in the front yard, which was still bare now. Meanwhile, many of the cottage guests became10, and I got to know them well. I felt11 to make their stays memorable. Perhaps I was better at that than12.

But after a monsoon (季风) swept through, I woke up to a beautiful morning and looked out the window. There was no grass growing in the sunlight.13, our yard was covered in a rainbow of zinnias (百日菊)! The front yard turned out even better than I could have14, just like our new life. And it remains a powerful15 of the beauty that awaits us in our new chapter

. Whether flowers or vegetables, caring for plants helps teenagers develop responsibility. They also gain a sense of accomplishment and self-confidence as they raise new green shoots into full blooming beauties. Teen gardeners will get to experiment and learn what is best for each plant, experiencing the benefits of their efforts over time.

Gardening is good for psychological well-being. . Gardens have been shown to reduce stress and depression, as well as promote productivity. Taking a break from electronics and social media can also improve teenagers' attention. Research shows that spending just a few minutes outdoors, surrounded by grass, trees, and other plants can boost a teenager's ability to focus and concentrate.

Outdoor time promotes exercise. Gardening offers fresh air, sunshine, and exercise. . Sowing seeds, planting seedlings, and deadheading flowers require movement which translates to some exercise. Teenagers are likely to become so absorbed in their work that they don't even realize the physical aspect of gardening.

Growing food encourages healthier eating habits. Teenagers that grow their own food are more likely to enjoy eating healthily. Tasting the fruits of their own efforts often inspires them to eat more of the items they grow themselves. Teaching teenagers about the nutritional benefits of the plants they grow will empower them to make wise and tasty food choices for life. .

A. Plant care builds up responsibility

B. And gardening doesn't need much space

C. A sense of responsibility matters to teenagers

D. Plants are often used as a tool to help improve mental health

E. Parents may find that their couch potato enjoys growing actual potatoes

F. These benefits are especially good for teenagers who avoid physical activity

G. And harvesting is an excellent way to help teenagers know the source of their food

A. The newly released historical drama "The Grand Dynasty" has become a big hit in the entertainment world by applying augmented reality (AR) technology in its production.

B. For instance, in a scene showing a magnificent royal court ceremony, AR was used to reproduce the complex patterns on the officials' costumes. These patterns were based on detailed studies of ancient court dress rules.

C. However, some traditional scholars in the area of historical research are concerned that the use of AR may change historical facts, causing the story to focus more on visual effects rather than historical accuracy.

D. This cooperation between historians and AR experts shows how modern technology, when combined with historical knowledge, can provide a more engaging and accurate historical viewing experience.

E. To deal with these concerns, the production team hired a group of famous historians as advisors. They worked closely with the AR developers to make sure that every scene enhanced by AR was in line with historical records.

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Over the years, they've learned a lot about which features to build into a communication and which psychological strings to pull at to increase its success. But by concentrating on the message itself, they've missed a crucial component of the process.

Research done in the last 15 years shows that best persuasion is achieved through pre-suasion — the practice of arranging for people to agree with a message before they even know what's in it.

Pre-suasion works by focusing people's attention on a selected concept, which in turn stimulates them to overvalue it over related ones. In one study, visitors to an online sofa store were greeted with images of either soft clouds or small coins in the background of its landing page. Those who saw the clouds were more likely to prefer soft, comfortable sofa s for purchase whereas those who saw the money preferred cheaper models.

Long before scientists started studying the process of pre-suasion, a few notable communicators already had an intuitive（直觉的）understanding of it.

For example, the pre-suasive strategy was employed in the late 1950s by the advertising firm Doyle Dane Bernbach to introduce the oddly shaped Volkswagen Beetle to a US market dominated by big, powerful, boat-like vehicles. The "We're ugly but..." campaign strategically admitted to limitations in appearance before trumpeting（鼓吹）the auto's strengths such as economy, reliability and simplicity. Credited with breaking open the US market for small cars, the ad campaign has been rated among the greatest of all time.

With considerable success, practitioners of social influence have always featured persuasive elements — great praises, emotional pull, lastchance opportunities—in their appeals. Perhaps because of that success, they've mostly missed an accompanying truth. For maximum impact, it's not only what you do; it's also what you do just before you do what you do.