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Mike and his younger sister, Jane, lived with their parents in a poor community. Their mother was sick. seriously and their father was making great efforts to find a job to support the family, and they had only a little money with which to buy food, let alone the articles of study.

One day, Mike took Jane's dictionary to the school, yet he lost it on the way home carelessly. It wasn't until he got home that he realized he had lost the dictionary. He was frightened that his parents would be red- cheeked with rage and brokenhearted, so he prayed his sister to maintain secrecy. Jane agreed and the two decided to borrow one from their friend. Jane's school hours were in the morning, therefore she would take it first. She would hurry back and give it to Mike after school. Then he could run to his school, which began in the afternoon. Their parents didn't notice that at all but they were always worried about it.

Accidentally, Mike heard about a long distance race that was designed for the boys in the city. When he learned that the third prize was a new dictionary, he made up his mind to take part. He ran home excitedly and gave his word to his sister that he would win her the new dictionary.

The day of race eventually arrived. Mike had a strong start, however, he felt tired and was gradually left behind. Getting more and more exhausted, he thought only of Jane and his promise to her. Dreaming of the new dictionary he would win for his sister gave him strength, and he took courage to keep in step with the two fastest runners, determined to finish third. All of a sudden, with the finish line drawing near, he felt a little bump from behind and fell down to the ground.

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Mike raised his head and found the other runners running at full speed.

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Full of happiness, Mike went home hurriedly.

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1. 保护文化遗产的意义；

2. 如何保护文化遗产的建议；

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Dear fellow students,

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Yours,

Li Hua

Language, unique symbol of human civilization, has a deep root that (date) back to ancient times. Every dialect carries its own character (specific) and reflects the history, culture and attitudes of its people. Normally (base) on factors like geography, society and trade, these dialects are gradually developing. With the global communication (increase), understanding and appreciating the diversity of languages has become more vital than ever.

the great advancements in educational technology, the struggle to expand one's vocabulary remains a challenge for many learners. This challenge does not only refer to learning new words understanding their varieties of uses. Some believe that having advanced vocabulary is the key to effective communication. One of the equal (require) is regularly burying oneself in reading materials. From their point of view, a positive feeling towards vocabulary learning can make a significant difference. It exposes learners to words in various contexts, (allow) for a richer understanding. After all, words, are more than just signs, are a reflection of our thoughts and world around us. The more international and globalized the world becomes, the more language characteristics will be shared between nations and cultures.

We travelled3 for 19 months from China to South America via Southeast Asia; we had dozens of4, discovered places that would be5 in our memories and got to know other cultures. We first traveled at full speed, and then6 to just take the time — the time to talk, to meet, the time that we often7 in our daily lives.

Then we returned to Switzerland, we found good jobs in Zurich. It was a beautiful8. And 18 months later, what was9 to happen happened! We resigned again to reopen the parenthesis (圆括号) for10 this time. Since then we have taken our work with us in our backpacks and11 our pretty Swiss apartment for a way of life that12 us better: the digital nomad (游牧民) lifestyle.

We have written and shared many blog13 about travelling around the world or long-distance travel. Through our sharing, we hope you will find both useful information and14 that may help you to take your turn in the adventure of a round-the-world trip.

Believe us, you won't15 it!

Every autumn, millions of these beautiful insects with fine black and orange wings begin a long and difficult journey. Somehow they manage to travel around 4, 000 kilometres south and find their way to California or Mexico.

A team of scientists led by Professor Eli Shlizerman at the University of Washington has now found the answer. It uses its eyes to measure the position of the sun. These two pieces of information — the time of day and the point where the sun is in the sky-allow the butterfly to determine the way to go. Eventually, it manages to reach the places where it will spend the winter.

Its population has crashed by as much as 90 per cent in the last few years. Sadly, human activity is the main reason why the number of monarch butterflies is falling. In many of the places where the butterfly can be found, people are destroying the natural environment. They cut down trees and use chemicals. that kill the plants that monarch caterpillars (毛虫) eat.

People have been working together to record its migration and make sure that there are enough plants for it to feed on. If this works, there may come a time when the number of monarch butterflies increases once again. The more we know about this lovely creature, the greater the chance it will survive and keep its place in the natural world for a long time to come.

A. However, until recently no one knew how they did this.

B. They have found out that the monarch is able to tell the time of day.

C. They migrate to find food, seek a partner, or in search of warmer weather.

D. In recent years it has become ever more apparent that monarch butterflies are in rapid decline.

E. The research on the monarch's behavior has however led to a greater awareness of this creature.

F. The solution to the mystery of the monarch's amazing ability comes at a time when it is in serious trouble.

G. The entire journey happens in a few weeks as monarchs flock to the sky for their unbelievable migration.

At the University of Chicago's Human Nature and Potentials Lab, research has shown that children over the age of four can perceive and respond to awe-inspiring experiences. This early sense of awe influences their motivation for learning and self-perception. When exposed to awe-inspiring visuals, such as vast natural scenes or natural disasters, children feel a "small self" compared to their feelings after viewing everyday nature imagery, which makes them more motivated to explore things that interest them and to understand things in the world that they hadn't learned much about yet.

While awe is a highly personal experience, evidence suggests that it has significant social effects. In one experiment, participants who were asked to stand staring at tall trees for a minute were more likely to help others than those who looked at a building, suggesting that being in an awe-inspiring environment increases morality and reduces feelings of self-centeredness.

"This is especially critical in the age of social media," said Dr. Keltner. "We are at this cultural moment of self-center, criticism, and entitlement (优越感); awe gets us out of that. It does this by helping us get out of our own heads and realize our place in the larger context, our communities," he explained. "Might awe cause people to become more invested in the greater good, giving more to charity, volunteering to help others, or doing more to reduce their impact on the environment? Our research would suggest that the answer is yes."

Using metaphors is far more than a poetic device of factual statements. A study conducted at Purchase College found that metaphors can frame people's perspectives, thus shaping their reasoning and subsequent actions. For example, describing the effort to stop climate change as a "war" rather than a "race" caused people to feel more urgency about reducing emissions.

Another example is the lightbulb (灯泡) metaphor commonly used to describe new ideas, suggesting that new thoughts appear suddenly like a light switch being turned on. However, this metaphor proves that new ideas come effortlessly and are accessible only to a select few geniuses, such as Isaac Newton, who supposedly developed his theory of gravity from a sudden insight about a falling apple. It may lead people to question their capability to have new ideas, and as a behavioral result, people mayoverlookthe role of hard work and constant learning in bringing about change.

An alternative way to describe ideas is by comparing new thoughts to seeds that fall on fertile ground and — if cared for-will grow and develop over time. Different from the lightbulb metaphor, the seed metaphor shows an understanding that creating new ideas is a laborious process, which requires time and effort. It also suggests that anybody can be the cultivator of ideas as long as they put their mind to it.

The effects of metaphors show how powerful language can be, even though we often don't realize it. Who'd have thought a simple use of a lightbulb metaphor could affect how we understand the concept of innovation? Given the nature of our metaphorical minds, it is worth asking: are our metaphors suitable? We owe it to ourselves and others to use metaphors appropriately. These choices — conscious or not — can be constructive or destructive.

The two broods are periodical, meaning they only come above ground once every few years. Brood XIII, or the Northern Illinois Brood, surfaces every 17 years. Brood XIX (the Great Southern Brood), which appears every 13 years, will join this spring. This year marks the first time the two broods have appeared in the same year since 1803. It won't happen again for another 221 years.

Shaped like small candy bars with transparent wings, cicadas make up more than 3,000 species. Females typically lay eggs in tree branches, and after a few months, the young cicadas hatch and hide underground. They feed on liquids from tree roots and resurface once mature to lay their eggs. They tunnel from underground, molt (蜕皮) after they come out, and then start searching for a mate. Males make a buzzing sound to attract mates while the females clap their wings in response to the males' mating calls. After mating, the females lay their eggs and the cycle starts again.

While annual cicadas appear every year, periodical broods are only found in certain years and wait until the soil temperature reaches 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Scientists have theorized that by coming out in large numbers all at once, cicadas make it harder for predators to consume them all, increasing the chances of survival for individuals and the continuity of their species.

Researchers also think they understand how cicadas know when another year has passed — the tree they drink gets richer in amino acids once a year when it blossoms. However, they don't know exactly how cicadas track this change in amino acid levels. Martha Weiss, an insect ecologist at Georgetown University, said, "We know that's what they count; where they're putting their little chalk marks on the wall and how they're keeping track of it, we still don't know."

Kennedy Center

Kennedy Center hosts hundreds of world-class performances each year and is home to the National Symphony Orchestra and the Washington National Opera. The Suzanne Farrell Ballet also counts Kennedy Center as its performance headquarters. The company — under the direction of Farrell — was first invited to perform there in 1993 and has since become one of the venue's most famous attractions.

Woolly Mammoth Company

Woolly Mammoth Company is an experimental theatre that welcomes original plays that push the boundaries of live theatre. The New York Times has called it "Washington's most daring theatre company", and the half dozen plays Woolly produces each year continue to live up to that reputation.

Shakespeare Theatre Company

For more than 25 years, Shakespeare Theatre Company has committed itself to serving as the nation's classical theatre. It operates out of two spaces, including Sidney Harman Hall at the Harman Center, which seats 775, and the Lansburgh Theatre, which seats 451. The shiny, glass-walled Harman Center showcases classic Shakespeare plays, modern updates and Shakespeare-inspired original shows.

Wolf Trap

For locals, summer isn't complete without at least one trip to Wolf Trap, the only national park dedicated to the performing arts. The venue is best-known for performances of touring artists. The open-air theatre offers covered seating, but when the weather warms up, we suggest buying seats on the grassland and packing a picnic.

My mother's heartbeat gave me a small degree of comfort as I cried on her chest that night. In fact, it all happened on the day I was born. Saumya is a name that is quite often given to girls, which symbolizes peace and happiness. On the day I was born, my parents decided to name me Saumya. The only catch was that I was a boy,

The beginning of high school isn't easy for anyone, but for me it was particularly hard. I sat during the lunch break, absorbed in my books, trying not to attract a lot of attention to myself. I glanced at my wristwatch-there were only 5 minutes until lunch was over after which I could go back to being unnoticed, I thought. Just then, in a loud and rather harsh voice, a student yelled my name straight across the canteen. At that moment, all my senses numbed (麻木). Then another voice arose, joined by another. Before I knew it the entire canteen was full of my name with girlish overtones, adding additional A's after my name (‘Saumyaaa'). I dashed to the toilet, tears welling up at the edge of my eyelids. Hot tears wanted to run down my cheek, but I held them back, wanting to keep a brave front. I locked myself up in the toilet, covering my face with my hands as I tried to calm down. "Why did I have to be named Saumya?" "What have I done to be targeted?" and a lot of other thoughts flooded my mind.

I could not forget the memories of my tears. There was a time when leaving school seemed like the best choice for me. I could never have imagined that I would have to go through so much for a "name" that wasn't even in my control.

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Your name is unique and special, just as you, my mother told me.

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From that day on, I did not let my name define (定义) me.

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Dear Henry,

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Yours,

Lion Dance, a folk show acted by people who (wrap) up in lion costume, is usually performed during traditional, cultural and religious festivals. It may also be shown important occasions such as business opening events or wedding ceremonies. Meanwhile, it is preferred (entertain) special guests by the Chinese communities.

There are usually two performers in a lion dance, one handling the lion's head the other playing the hody and tail. What impresses audience most are all kinds of lions' movements conducted to music played by gongs and drums.

Lion Dance is famous all over the world, (particular) in Southeast Asian countries. Each country and region, however, have their own dancing styles, of which the most well-known is Southern Lion Dance (originate) from Guangdong Province. In Hong Kong, ever since the 1980s Chinese classic and martial arts movies enjoyed great (popular)，kung fu movies (reach) a large audience and attracted movie lovers all around the world, whatever their races or ages are.

They kept on walking until they found a (an)4, where they decided to take a rest and a bath.5, the one who had been slapped got stuck in the mire and started drowning, hoping that his best friend would come to his6. His friend saved him instantly. After he7from the near drowning, gasping for breath, he8 hard on a stone: "Today my best friend saved my life."

9 filled the air as the friend who had both hurt and saved his companion observed the10 actions and reactions. Then he asked his friend, "After I hurt you, you wrote in the sand and now you write on a stone. Why?" The other friend11, "When someone hurts us but not in an evil manner we should write it down in sand where winds of forgiveness can erase it away. But when someone does something good for us, we must engrave it in stone where no wind can ever12 it."

And so, their journey continued. Together, they ventured forth, reminding each other to cherish the ability to forgive, to recognize and honor acts of kindness.

Truly, it is unavoidable that13 religion, color, or race,14 and arguments will arise in our daily life, but it is15 to keep it in mind to let the "winds of forgiveness" blow away the hatred, while keeping a heart filled with kindness and gratitude as we continue our journey of life.

Firstly, don't forget that your head does have some insulation (隔热).

Secondly, the air temperature near your head won't be as cold as the room, because the microclimate around your head will be warmed by heat lost from your head and by your exhaled (呼出) breath.

Then there is physiology. Your sensation of thermal (热的) comfort is primarily driven by skin temperature. This depends on blood flow to the skin. In a cool environment, the hands and feet reduce their blood flow to very low levels. So, as the temperature of the rest of the skin falls, that of the head remains higher. This is why you can lose plenty of heat via your head in the cold and should wear a hat.

There are also differences in the impact of different body regions on the overall sensation of cold and thermal comfort. The temperature of the hands and feet dominate your overall perception of how cold you are. In a cooling environment, the temperature of the lower back and chest determines the loss of thermal comfort, and during mild exposure to cold, local warming of the chest, rather than the face, produces a strong sensation of comfort.

So, it is a good idea to keep the body warm in bed, then you can leave the head above the covers. Your nose may get cold, but it won't stop you sleeping, and it is good to breathe fresh air!

A. Remember to put a hat on.

B. It often has hair and is insulated by it.

C. The latter is warmed in the lungs to about 33℃.

D. There is nothing worse than going out in the cold with wet hair.

E. This is why you can't fall asleep until your feet warm up in bed.

F. In contrast, the blood flow to the head doesn't decrease as much.

G. Also, remember that the face is adapted to exposing to the elements.

On a lonely, lunar-like valley of Iceland, Edda Aradottir is on a mission to put CO₂ back where it came from. She's returning a tiny bit of it today but much, much more of it in the years ahead. In sending CO₂ deep beneath the surface of the planet, she's aiming to reverse one of the most challenging acts of human history: the dugging of massive amounts of carbon under the ground as fossil fuels.

Aradottir shows how CO₂ caught from the air is mixed with water, then fed through a complicated and detailed system of pipes that course downward 2,500 feet or so. There, the dissolved (溶解的) carbon dioxide meets porous basalt, a type of dark rock that comes from volcanoes, creating cream-colored spots in the rock below.

Scientists like Aradottir are working on ambitious — and sometimes controversial (有争议的) — projects to remove carbon dioxide from the air and lock it away. In Arizona, an engineering professor shows his "mechanical tree", a single one of which he says may someday be able to do the work of a thousand regular trees in catching and storing CO₂. In Australia, a leading oceanographer shows that seaweed is the answer, if only we'd help it grow in giant underwater gardens that could store billions of tons of carbon dioxide. Atop a university building in Zürich, an Uruguayan inventor presents a small bottle of fuel made from nothing but sunlight and air. That may be the most amazing of all the forms of carbon removal we've come across, as it suggests we may one day be able to make the best of carbon in a continuous cycle of zero-emission energy. Maybe. One day.

First of all, students need to realize that conflict is unavoidable. A report on violence among middle school and high school students shows that most violent incidents between students begin with a relatively unimportant insult (侮辱). For example, a fight could start over the fact that one student eats a peanut butter sandwich each lunchtime. Laughter over the sandwich can lead to insults, which in tum can lead to violence. The problem isn't in the sandwich, but in the way students deal with the conflict.

Once students recognize that conflict is unavoidable, they can practice the golden rule of conflict resolution (解决): stay calm Once the student feels calmer, he or she should choose words that will calm the other person down as well. Rude words, name-calling, and accusation only add fuel to the emotional fire. On the other hand, soft words spoken at a normal sound level can put out the fire before it explodes out of control.

After both sides have calmed down, they can use another key strategy (策略) for conflict resolution: listening. Listening allows the two sides to understand each other. One person should describe his or her side, and the other person should listen without interrupting. Afterward, the listener can ask non-threatening questions to clarify the speaker's position. Then the two people should change roles.

Finally, students need to consider what they are hearing. This doesn't mean trying to figure out what's wrong with the other person. It means understanding what the real issue is and what both sides are trying to accomplish. For example, a shouting match over a peanut butter sandwich might happen because one person thinks the other person is unwilling to try new things. Students need to ask themselves questions such as these: How did this start? What do I really want? What am I afraid of? As the issue becomes clearer, the conflict often simply becomes smaller. Even if it doesn't, careful thought helps both sides figure out a mutual solution.

There will always be conflict in schools, but that doesn't mean there needs to be violence. After students in Atlanta started a conflict resolution program, according to Educators for Social Responsibility, "64 percent of the teachers reported less physical violence in the classroom; 75 percent of the teachers reported an increase in student cooperation; and 92 percent of the students felt better about themselves". Learning to resolve conflicts can help students deal with friends, teachers, parents, bosses, and coworkers. In that way, conflict resolution is a basic life skill that should be taught in schools across the country.

Those days are a long way off. But on Wednesday of last week, when the weather finally cleared, I jumped at the chance to walk outside umbrella-free. I wasn't really sure where to walk during my hour-long lunch break until the South Street Seaport popped into my mind. It's just a short walk from the office and, although it was cold out, it seemed to call out to me.

The more I walked, the better the weather got. By the time I made it to the seaport, the sun was really shining. I spotted a way by the water that appeared to lead to a sun deck (甲板). I walked up it and was floored by the view that greeted me. The Brooklyn Bridge was in all its glory. There were Adirondack chairs strategically positioned all over the deck to take in the postcard-like scene.

I made myself comfortable in one of the chairs, then stretched out my legs and closed my eyes for a minute, bathing in golden sunlight. That's when I realized I was doing exactly what I would've done if I were at the beach. Except, of course, I was wearing a big winter coat and there was no ice cream in sight! Still, the thought filled me with happiness. You never know what wonder awaits you after a storm. Like a beach day in the middle of winter in the middle of a work day in the middle of New York City.

Planning your trip

Have a passport for international travel. A passport costs $110 and takes 6 — 8 weeks to arrive after you apply.

Booking Flights

The cheapest month to fly is March, especially if you can leave on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday. You'll save even more money by booking around 90 days in advance. In the summer months, tickets will be more expensive no matter when you book.

Enjoying Your Time

·Visit the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is the most recognizable symbol of Paris. To avoid the crowds, go to the Eiffel Tower early in the morning. It costs €25 to go to the top. or €10 to climb to the first 2 levels on foot.

·See the Notre Dame Cathedral

At present, the Notre Dame Cathedral is closed to tourists due to the fire that destroyed parts of the cathedral. However, you can still visit the outside of the cathedral.

·Go to the Louvre to see world-famous art

The Louvre hosts the Mona Lisa along with 35,000 other pieces of art. If you' re pressed for time, visit the highlights. The Louvre costs €15 at the museum or €17 in advance (to skip most of the line).

·Take a day trip to Versailles

If you have a day to spare, head to the palace of Versailles, around 14 miles southwest of the city. Take a tour to see King Louis XVI's palace and gardens. It costs €20 to visit the palace and grounds.

In Gangneung Town, South Korea, lived 70-year-old Park Jun-ho. His wife passed away a year ago, and he had been relying on his adopted dog, Bobby, for company.

One day, an unexpected fire broke out and burned their house to ashes. Park Jun-ho was rescued, together with his wallet and his favorite hat, but he was severely injured. He was quickly sent to the hospital. He was heartbroken, believing that Bobby had been killed in the fire. He would rather have Bobby with him than his personal belongings.

However, Bobby was still alive, though with an injured leg. A journalist, who was covering the story of the fire incident, happened to pass by the ruins of Park Jun-ho's house. He noticed Bobby walking around the remains slowly and sadly. It would stop at certain spots, as if recalling the times it had spent with Park Jun-ho there. It then sat down, its eyes fixed on the path leading to the house, patiently waiting. Every time someone approached, Bobby would stand up, barking to warn them off, as if this place was the last connection it had with its beloved master and it had to protect it at all costs. The journalist saw the dog there every day when he passed by. He was deeply touched and recorded a video of Bobby.

The journalist managed to find Park Jun-ho in the hospital and showed him the video. Seeing Bobby still alive, Park Jun-ho burst into tears. But due to his poor physical condition, he couldn't leave the hospital. He requested the journalist to help Bobby. The journalist recorded Park Jun-ho's voice and placed the recording in a cage (笼子) he bought. Then, he put the cage beside the ruins. When Bobby heard Park Jun-ho's voice, it walked around the cage for a long time and finally entered the cage to listen to the voice. Thus, the journalist successfully took Bobby to the pet hospital.

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But two days passed in the pet hospital, and Bobby refused to eat.

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Bobby smelled Park Jun-ho's personal belongings and saw him in the video.

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1. 方法介绍；

2. 你的评价。

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Dear Peter and classmates,

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Thank you!