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Running a book club discussion can sometimes be tricky or stressful. Here are some common issues along with solutions that you can try:

Challenge 1: Few members talk too much, with others participating little

To encourage participation from all members, you can use strategies such as inviting comments from quieter members, asking open-ended questions that draw out more than yes-or-no answers, and relating the book to personal or current issues.

Challenge 2: Heated discussions or disagreements

A book club discussion is not a debate or an argument. Disagreements can be healthy and stimulating, but they need to be respectful and constructive. As a discussion leader, calm things down when people get upset. Just listen to what everyone thinks and find things you all can agree on. Encourage people to agree to disagree (求同存异) and move on when necessary.

Challenge 3: Low attendance

When not everyone shows up for meetings, it can be disheartening and make discussions less lively. First, use a tool like Bookclubs to remind club members about the meetings. If the meeting days aren't good for everyone, you can survey your club members to find the best time(Bookclubs can help with this too). Or, you can set a fixed day each month, and ask members to arrange their schedules accordingly.

Ask the participating members of your book club to think through their acquaintances and have everyone come up with one person to invite.

A. To get more people to come, consider these strategies.

B. Keep the arguments focused on the book, not on each other.

C. They say that preparation is the key to success, so prepare for the book club!

D. If nothing seems to be working, it may be time to find a few new members.

E. It's an opportunity to learn from each other and open ourselves up to different views.

F. A good book club discussion is one where everyone has a chance to share their thoughts.

G. As the host, you feel responsible for making everyone feel comfortable in the conversation.

Changes in the structure (结构) of the middle class were particularly influential. In the1800s and early 1900s, the middle class was made up of business owners or professionals like lawyers and doctors. Ownership of property (财产) and strong family ties had often been the keys to wealth and standing within the middle class. But after 1945, things changed in Western Europe. A new breed of managers and experts serving the needs of big organizations took the place of traditional property owners as the leaders of the middle class. At the same time, the middle class grew massively and became harder to define.

There were several reasons for these developments. The growth of industry and technology required more managers and technologists. Moreover, the old middle class lost control of family businesses, and many small businesses closed as their former owners became salaried workers. Top managers and ranking civil servants, often trained in engineering or accounting, formed a new middle class of specialists from various social backgrounds. Thus the new middle class, which was based largely on specialized skills and high levels of education, was more open, democratic, and less secure than the old middle class.

The rising standard of living and the spread of standardized consumer goods also worked to level European society, as the percent of income spent on food and drink declined substantially and people began to purchase a wider range of goods beyond just food and drinks. For example, the European car industry experienced significant growth after lagging far behind the United States since the 1920s. In 1948 there were only 5 million cars in Western Europe, but in 1965 there were 44 million. Like Americans, Europeans bought household goods like washing machines and TVs using credit, which was made easier by installment purchasing. This, along with better social security, made them more willing to take on debt.

The science about fats and cholesterol (胆固醇) is often counterintuitive (违反直觉的). Even qualified dietitians can be confused by it. Some diets that are supposed to be healthy can actually make your cholesterol go up. This can happen because not eating enough can mess with your body's hormones (激素).

Too much fat in the diet has long been known to be bad for your heart health. But, after decades of pointing fingers at all non-vegetable fats, science has now decisively changed its mind. The research starting in the 1950s, which claimed that eating fats would make your cholesterol go up and lead to heart problems, has been proved to be not always true. What has been called the ‘French paradox' by American scientists reflects the fact that in France — as in many other countries — people may have high cholesterol levels and high consumption of saturated fats (饱和脂肪) but low cases of heart disease. This is because other things, like smoking, which can also affect your heart, are often ignored. In 2014, a review of seventy - two different studies of heart disease and saturated fats, conducted by the British Heart Foundation, found that there wasn't a connection between eating fat and heart problems.

But even though the review showed no connection, government advice remains in place to limit the amount of fats eaten, especially saturated ones. The food industry sometimes helps make the advice that governments give about eating healthy. They made a picture called the ‘Eatwell Plate' to show people what to eat. But most people in the UK eat too much fat, and now it's mostly from things like vegetable oils, not from animals.

Brier was brought up in a family where the Red Cross values were very strong. Her father used to lead many philanthropic (慈善的) organizations. "It was really just my family value to be concerned about other people," she said.

Determined to do something big, she got her master's in social work and then began her long and fulfilling career in the field of mental health. "I always cared a lot about people who were going through difficult times. I really wanted to help them."

In 1991, she concluded her professional career. However, within a few months of retiring, she found herself missing social work and it was then that she joined the Red Cross. She was sent to Florida to help families hit by a big storm. There she was part of a program formed by the American Red Cross — Disaster (灾难) Mental Health. In 1995, Brier was asked by the head of Disaster Services at the Red Cross in New York to help start a similar program in the area.

As a pioneer in the field of disaster mental health, she believes that developing such a program for the Red Cross has been extremely important. "It's made a huge difference. We did a great deal of work educating people about mental health aspects and why they were important," she adds.

She knows it's important to take care of her own feelings, too. She protects her own mental health by using relaxation methods including yoga and walking and having other interests such as being a guide at the American Museum of Natural History. She knows she can also speak to Red Cross mental health volunteers.

Second Chance Toys

Founded in 2006, Second Chance Toys recycles plastic toys and donates them to community organizations that service children in need.

The organization partners with a number of drop-off locations across the U. S. You can find a location near you, register as a donor (捐赠人), sign up for a time to drop off your toys, and you're good to go!

The organization only accepts clean plastic toys with no small or missing parts.

Ronald McDonald House

The Ronald McDonald House houses thousands of children and families who experience severe medical care.

The organization does not accept used toys, but if you have any new and unopened toys, you can donate them to one of hundreds of locations across the U. S.

Stuffed Animals for Emergencies

Stuffed Animals for Emergencies (SAFE)accepts stuffed animal donations and gives them to children in need who have faced difficult times.

SAFE accepts new and used toys, no matter how old they are. The organization also accepts donations of old items like blankets, books and kids clothes.

You can find a chapter in your area and sign up to host a stuffed animal drive.

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2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Dear Sam,

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Yours,

Li Hua

On the playground of a town school in Tanghe county in Central China's Henan province, a bus full of science kits stops by. It quickly draws a crowd of pupils eager to explore is inside.

Soon, several robots are carefully unloaded the bus and begin dancing with consistent human-like moves. The children watch cheerfully, bursting into laughter as the robots (gentle) extend their hands to invite them to join the dance.

The bus was not a performance group of any kind a mobile science class jointly organized by the Ministry of Education, the China Science and Technology Museum and a social media platform, (aim) to sow seeds of passion for science among children in the (country) vast rural areas.

Lyu Guofan, chairman of the Henan Association for Science and Technology, says that rural areas are mostly faced with a (short) of teachers and equipment (qualify) for scientific education.

Since February, scientists, science educators and science museum staff (walk) into 18 town schools in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region and Henan and Gansu provinces. In May last year, the education ministry and other departments released a document (strengthen) scientific education in primary and secondary schools, promising to ensure that a more sound system will be in place in three to five years.

Toward the end of the year, Mr. Dalton wanted to check our2 of geometry and gave us a 25-question true/false test. The test presented each3 with a conclusion shown. If we could4 the result using our theorems (定理) , the answer was true; otherwise, it was false.

I breezed through 24 problems, but number 17 was a5! I spent 30 minutes on that proof,6 my page with theorems and calculations, until the proof was there at last.7, I marked the question true and handed in the test.

8, I received a 96, and number 17 was marked wrong! When Mr. Dalton asked if there were any questions, my hand9 . "The correct answer to number 17 is true!"

Instead of10 that this was a nationally standardized test and what I could possibly know about the answer, Mr. Dalton gave me an11 smile and asked me to present my proof to the class. After my demonstration, everyone agreed, with12 no less, that the correct answer was true.

Ever since that geometry class, I've developed the confidence to13 my own ideas. I am grateful to Mr. Dalton for allowing me to challenge his14. The experience of that day was like a15 from Mr. Dalton and it has served me well in my life.

A spiritual journey is a personal adventure where you div e deep into understanding and connecting with your inner self. To achieve a profound sense of your spiritual essence. Here's a simple guide on how to start your spiritual journey.

Set your intentions

Like preparing for a marathon, the first step is to establish your goals. Are you looking for inner peace or a deeper understanding of your life purpose? As you navigate your spiritual journey, you can reflect on these intentions, reminding yourself of why you started and what you're striving for.

Read and learn

Consider books about spirituality and personal growth as your guidance. They are packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Keep in mind, it's not about gathering much information. So take moments to think about these ideas and see how they fit with your experiences.

Find a mentor

A mentor can serve a significant role in your spiritual exploration. And your mentor could be anyone — a spiritual teacher, a trusted friend, or even a family member, who has a profound understanding of the spiritual world. They've journeyed through the ups and downs, faced challenges, and emerged enlightened. It can brighten your path and make the journey feel less overwhelming.

Maintain a spiritual diary

This diary is a tangible reflection of your inner explorations, and plays a vital role in your spiritual progression. Writing regularly can foster mindfulness and enhance self-awareness. Finally, this diary can allow you to revisit those past entries, recognize your growth, and draw inspiration for the future.

Now that you've uncovered the steps to launch a spiritual journey, why not get a taste of this transformative experience?

A. But the truth?

B. And the ultimate goal?

C. Their wisdom, therefore, can be a lighthouse for you.

D. It's a voyage into the deepest corners of your memories.

E. This means identifying what you hope to achieve or discover.

F. It's about finding the wisdom that truly speaks to your journey.

G. It can also help you express and strengthen your understandings.

Kyle Chayka, a writer for The New Yorker, discusses this topic in his book, Filterworld. He explains that algorithms analyze user data to predict and influence what they will likely engage with. This means that instead of a simple, chronological feed, users encounter a dynamic stream, constantly adapting to their preferences. Chayka examines how these algorithmic recommendations control what we consume, from music and movies to food and travel destinations. He argues that this machine-driven selection process has turned us into passive consumers, making our preferences and tastes more similar.

Chayka points out that algorithms make us passive by always showing us content that we're unlikely to click away from but won't find too unexpected or challenging. This constant stream of recommendations reduces our exposure to diverse or challenging content, subtly shaping our preferences and behaviors.

Moreover, Chayka points out that algorithms also pressure content creators, like musicians and artists, to tailor their work to fit these digital platforms. For instance, musicians on Spotify or TikTok might focus on creating catchy hooks at the beginning of their songs to grab the listener's attention.

Despite the strong presence of these algorithms, Chayka believes that regulation could reduce their influence. He suggests that if Meta, the parent company of Facebook, were required to separate its various services, like Instagram or WhatsApp, and make them compete with each other, it could give users more control and choice over their digital consumption.

In summary, the change from simple, time-ordered social. media posts to algorithm-driven content has a big impact on both the viewers and the creators, influencing what we see, hear, and even think. Chayka's insights highlight the need for greater awareness and potentially more regulation in our increasingly digital world.