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The Right Thing to Do

Fauna had always dreamed of keeping a pet. Time and again, she asked her parents, promising to walk, feed, and look after it. Each time, though, they gave the same gentle response: "We'll see."

One afternoon, on her way home from school, Fauna saw a little dog wandering near the park. Its fur was messy, and it looked lost, sniffing the ground as if searching for something. Feeling curious and hopeful, Fauna bent down and called to it. The dog quickly ran over, wagging (摇) its tail and gently pressing its nose into her hand, like they had known each other forever.

She looked around, but no one seemed to be searching for the dog. Feeling pity for the lost dog, Fauna decided to take it home. As they walked side by side, her heart swelled with joy. It felt as though this was the pet she had always dreamed of—a friend she had been waiting for.

At the front door, Fauna's mother greeted her with a warm smile. Although she found the dog adorable, she gently reminded Fauna that they needed to try and find its owner. If the dog was lost, someone must be missing it. Fauna reluctantly (不情愿地) agreed, though part of her wished no one would come forward to claim the little dog.

Over the next few days, Fauna and the dog—whom she named Buddy—grew inseparable. She fed him, played with him, and let him sleep curled up at the foot of her bed. Every day, it became harder to imagine life without him. Buddy seemed happy too, wagging his tail whenever she came home from school. But Fauna knew deep down that she had to do the right thing. She and her parents posted flyers around town, hoping to find Buddy's owner.

Just a few days later, the phone rang. Fauna's heart sank as her father answered. From the conversation, it was clear that the caller was Buddy's owner. He described Buddy perfectly—the friendly eyes and playful personality. Fauna knew Buddy would soon be leaving her. Her father arranged for the owner to come by and pick Buddy up.

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When the man arrived, the little dog ran straight into his arms, barking with joy.

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That evening, Fauna sat quietly in her room, feeling the emptiness that Buddy's absence had left behind.

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Since the Paris Olympics, interest in rock climbing has grown across China. Climbing gyms nationwide have reported significant rise in bookings, especially during weekends and after work on weekdays. (meet) the increased demand, more climbing gyms are being established.

The appeal of rock climbing lies in the sense of freedom it represents, as well as the (combine) of physical strength, flexibility, mental focus, and problem-solving skills it requires. Bouldering, a popular form of indoor climbing, illustrates this well. The same route can (complete) in multiple ways, varying in movements, speed, and energy use. Solving these challenges feels like completing a puzzle and (bring) a strong sense of achievement. As Leo, a climbing enthusiast, puts it, "Figuring out how to deal with new challenges is part of I enjoy. I'm not into repetitive exercises, and climbing keeps things fresh with every new route."

The (welcome) and supportive atmosphere at climbing gyms adds to the positive experience. While climbers usually focus on their own routes, they often receive encouragement (enthusiastic) offered by those in the rest area when facing challenging moments. "Climbing can be an individual pursuit or a shared activity," said Chen, manager of a gym in Shanghai. "It can accommodate different social (preference)."

Experts believe that a trendy and youthful activity, climbing's popularity will continue to grow.

It wasn't until I faced a serious illness that I began to6 my relationship with material possessions. When reading about the benefits of living with less, I realized that the very things I'd tirelessly pursued were the source of my7 in my life. This was a turning point for me; I needed to8.

I started my journey to9 by decluttering (清理) my wardrobes. It was slow going10, but I soon got into the swing of things. I went through my wardrobes, only11 the items that I loved and had worn recently and donating the rest to the local charity shop. And it felt so12!

From then on, I13 to shift my mindset towards shopping and buy essentials only. And I started spending my money on the things I would14 for years to come. I travelled to new places and went to concerts with friends, finding these15 more rewarding than buying stuff.

Experts from Stanford's Health Services uncovered this troubling trend: during the day, many Stanford students are seen socializing in cafés, seemingly without any stress or the need to study. However, at night, they start studying, sometimes for the entire night, trying to maintain the image of effortless success. This comes at a high price: tiredness and anxiety are widespread. Furthermore, it leads to a common misconception: true geniuses achieve success with ease, while those working hard are less capable.

In an effort to challenge this misconception, researchers designed an experiment. Participants were asked to observe a series of colors carefully while scientists tracked their brain activity throughout the process. The experiment was divided into two parts: one with easily distinguishable colors and the other with colors that were quite similar, requiring more effort to differentiate. As the difficulty of the task increased, there was a noticeable increase in brain activity, particularly in areas linked to memory and abstract reasoning.

The study reveals that as tasks require more effort, more areas of the brain become engaged. Growth doesn't come from talent alone but from the consistent application of effort. Our brain functions like a muscle. Without effort, even our inborn talents will fade over time.

This pushes us to reconsider the underlying culture that might lead to this phenomenon. Instead of focusing too much on outcomes or singing high praise for inborn talents, we should emphasize the learning process and continuous improvement. By encouraging a culture that values effort, we can help students realize that intelligence is not fixed but grows through hard work. Such a shift would not only reduce the pressures associated with the "Stanford Duck Syndrome", but also have a profound impact on personal development and the future of education.

That moment stuck with me. To this day, I consider it the best punishment I ever received. Mr. McDonald's advice — "Look at the stick with different eyes" — is a great introduction to the concept of Umwelt, developed by German biologist Jakob von Uexküll.

Uexküll's Umwelt refers to the idea that every living creature perceives the world differently, based on its biological makeup and how it interacts with its environment. There is no "one" objective world; instead, every creature experiences its own version of reality. Take bees, for example. To a human, a flower is just a beautiful object with pleasant colors and fragrances. However, for a bee, flowers are much more than that. Bees can see ultraviolet (UV) light, which humans cannot. In a bee's world, flowers reveal intricate UV patterns that act as road signs, leading them to nectar (花蜜). This UV-rich environment helps bees find food and pollinate (授粉) flowers, ensuring both their survival and that of plants.

Similarly, humans also experience the world through their own perspectives (视角), shaped by what they care about and find meaningful. Imagine sitting through a dull presentation, barely paying attention. Suddenly, the speaker mentions a topic that directly interests you, and you become fully engaged. Uexküll's idea teaches us that people, like bees, connect with the world in unique ways. The key takeaway for presenters is to craft their messages to appeal to different interests. By doing so, they have a better chance of reaching and engaging a diverse audience.

"The work we do is important and needs to be preserved, but it's becoming a dying craft," said Bagmanyan,60, who runs the shop and handles piano repairs. "Children are our future, yet music programs are being cut across the country."

However, there is hope for the shop. The Last Repair Shop, a short documentary featuring Bagmanyan and three other technicians, recently won an Oscar for best documentary short film. The film combines their personal stories with reflections from students who have found comfort and joy in music.

Few people even knew the shop existed before the documentary's release. This workshop, in operation since 1959, is believed to be the last of its kind in the country. Bagmanyan and his team provide free instruments and repairs across the school district, often serving children from low-income families. For many of these children, public schools are their only source of musical instruments, which wealthier families can more easily afford.

Since the release of the film, public support has soared. Donations have been made to fund more repairs and strengthen school music programs in Los Angeles. "People are inspired by what we do and want to support a dying art form," said Ben Proudfoot, who co-directed the documentary.

Bagmanyan knows that a poorly maintained instrument can discourage a child from learning. "If an instrument doesn't work properly, a child might give up on music," he said. "But when you know the instrument is going to a student who loves it, it's impossible not to smile."

After 21 years of service, Bagmanyan sayshis cup is full, knowing that children may carry a love of music with them for a lifetime. "I was planning to retire," he admitted. "But now I'll rebuild the shop to what it once was and keep going a little longer."

Join a meaningful mission to protect endangered sea turtles on the beaches of Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka. This project focuses on caring for injured turtles and giving baby turtles a safe start in the ocean. Volunteers work closely with about 30 turtles currently housed at the center. These turtles were injured by fishing nets, ocean trash, or other human activities. The center also plays a key role in hatching (孵化) and releasing hundreds of turtle eggs every season to restore the turtle population.

Details:

Start Date: Every Saturday or Sunday

Duration: Minimum 2 weeks

Age Requirement:16+

Accommodation: Shared rooms in the volunteer house

Orientation: All volunteers must complete a protection training week in Kandy before joining the project. This week introduces key knowledge about turtle conservation and prepares volunteers for their tasks.

Volunteer Tasks:

Care for the turtles: Clean their tanks, prepare food, and feed the turtles.

Monitor nests and populations: Keep track of turtle nests, collect data on turtle numbers, and learn how to identify different species.

Release baby turtles: Assist in releasing newly hatched turtles safely into the ocean.

Raise community awareness: Work with local fishermen and residents to promote the importance of turtle conservation.

Important Note:

Volunteers should avoid risky social situations, such as visiting bars or pubs on the beach. The organization will not be responsible for any incidents that happen during interactions with locals or tourists in these places.

It all started when my dad brought home a very big surprise — which was actually a very little surprise. "Ta-da!" he announced pulling a sheet off a cage, magician-style. "Meet Mr. Nibbles!"

"A hamster(仓鼠)!" I cheered.

"He's so cute," said Tex. "Hello, Mr. Nibbles, I already love you so much." Tex whispered.

Seeing how we reacted, dad smiled, "Well, congratulations, Mr. Nibbles. You have found yourself a new home!"

It took a few weeks for our fuzzy (毛茸茸的) friend to get comfortable. At first he poked (探出) his head out of his cage only to take a sip of water and fill his cheeks with food. But once he got settled in, he was happy and playful. He sometimes slid away from the cage, and even begged for food, making a hissing (嘶嘶声的) sound as if saying thanks. Having Mr. Nibble 's around made our summer much more fun.

Before we knew it, it was time to go back to school. I was excited to see friends I hadn't seen in a really long time, but, to be honest, I was also nervous about all the new stuff. That's why I made sure I was extra prepared. My plan was to wake up early, put on my carefully laid-out clothes, eat my carefully chosen breakfast, and place my thought-out lunch in my carefully arranged backpack. Then I'd ride my carefully cleaned bike to school and enter my brand-new classroom. Hopefully, preparing ahead of time could make me feel calmer going into the back-to-school day!

Everything went according to plan — until, well, it didn't My new teacher, Mr. Jax, who seemed very serious, started out by going over the class rules. Then he asked each of us to say a quick something about our summer vacation. Most kids seemed pretty shy after being apart for a while and said only a few words. Soon it would be my turn.

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Suddenly I heard a familiar hissing sound coming from my backpack.

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Now everybody was looking at me!

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2. 你的观点和理由。

Does AI Creation Have Artistic Value?

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DeepSeek, a remarkable Chinese-made AI, has recently burst into the global spotlight. It(develop) by a group of talented Chinese researchers with the aim of (advance) artificial intelligence technology.

What makes DeepSeek stand out is its powerful capabilities. It can handle a wide range of tasks, from natural language processing to image recognition. In natural language processing, it can generate high-quality text, answer complex questions accurately, even engage in intelligent conversations. When it comes to image recognition, it can identify various objects and scenes with impressive precision.

The success of DeepSeek is not (accident). It benefits from the continuous investment in AI research in China and rich talent pool in this field. The researchers behind DeepSeek (make) numerous efforts to improve its algorithms and performance. They have also incorporated the latest technology (breakthrough) into the development process.

Moreover, DeepSeek has found application in many industries. In the medical field, it can assist doctors diagnosing diseases by analyzing medical images and patient data. In the education sector, it can provide (personalize) learning resources for students. In the business world, it can help companies with market analysis and customer service.

DeepSeek continues to gain popularity, it is playing an increasingly important role in promoting international cooperation in the AI field. It shows the world the remarkable achievements of Chinese AI technology and boosts the confidence of the Chinese scientific community.

When I think of the toughest moments of my life, many have turned out to be1 in disguise. The most severe one was being pretty much kicked out of my Ph. D．program at the University of Georgia in 2016, after I2 all my jobs in California, even sacrificing my intern license（实习医生执照）. The program in Georgia turned out to not be the right3 for me despite my best efforts. I mainly went because they offered to4 my tuition, but I didn't examine the program carefully enough.

The whole year was riddled with exhaustion, anxiety, insecurity, fear, and exclusion. I was in therapy myself for most of the year to cope, and the only thing that made it5 was a lot of support from my family and friends. I was utterly6when I went back home; it felt like my7 was over.

Fast forward to today,8, I can see that getting driven out of the Georgia program was one of the best things that ever happened to me. As the saying goes, "Fate loves irony." I thank all my professors for making me see what I couldn't back then: I'd9 in the right program. In 2017, when I10 to a doctoral program in San Diego, I began to succeed and now my business and career are doing exceptionally well.

Looking back, I am deeply grateful I11 up in San Diego and happy that I didn't stay in Georgia. Ironically, the research and writing training from the University of Georgia12 me to develop my academic, professional, and personal writing. In short, I worked hard in Georgia and it13; the learning and growth I experienced were14.

As my personal example demonstrates, life is a total rollercoaster; what seems like good or bad news now can turn out to be the15 in the future.

It involves bringing older and younger people together to support each other. After all, old people represent a huge unused resource: they include retired engineers, doctors, teachers and business people with years of experience.

In some projects, retired people help out in primary schools, to hear children read and offer them individual support. Similar projects are run in secondary schools and even universities. Other projects involve sending children and teenagers into old people's homes on a regular basis to teach them "digital skills", to entertain them or simply befriend them and listen to their stories and advice. The students can either live rent-free in exchange for household chores (家务杂活) and support for the homeowner, or they can pay a reduced rent in exchange for chatting with the older person regularly and keeping an eye on their health and well-being.

Intergenerational volunteering projects have had a truly significant impact on both sides. By bringing together people of different generations and socioeconomic backgrounds, they have built trust, respect and friendship.

A. These are important for the structure of society.

B. Studies have shown that retired people can still contribute to society.

C. Intergenerational volunteering can provide a solution to these problems.

D. Volunteering may even help young people discover a new interest or passion for life.

E. They may face the challenge of finding a job without work experience or practical skills.

F. Elsewhere, there are projects that match university students with wealthy elderly people who have spare rooms.

G. Young people, too, have valuable skills to share, most obviously their up-to-date knowledge of technology.