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"Mark, what a mess!" Mr. Thompson, the art teacher, shouted as he surveyed the paint-splattered (泼洒). Mark looked down at his paint-covered clothes and the paint on the floor. His face turned bright red, and he whispered, "I'm sorry, Mr. Thompson. I was trying to mix the perfect shade of ocean blue for my seascape (海景) painting, but I accidentally knocked over the paint bottle."

The students around him laughed quietly, and Mark felt a lump (肿块) form in his throat. It was the school's annual art exhibition coming up, and this painting was his entry. Now, not only was his work destroyed, but he had also made a huge mess in the art room. Mr. Thompson sighed, "Clean this up immediately, Mark. And I hope you can fix your painting before the deadline. Remember what we learned about colour theory last week — sometimes unexpected combinations lead to the most beautiful results."

With his head hung low, Mark cleaned the floor. When he finally sat back down to his painting, he realized that most of the blue paint was gone, and the canvas was made dirty. The once-promising seascape now looked like a chaotic mess. Mark bit his lip, his eyes welling up with tears. He glanced around the room, seeing his classmates focused on their nearly-finished masterpieces.

Just then, the school bell rang, signalling the end of the art class. Mark slowly packed his things. As he walked out of the art room, the grey sky outside seemed to mirror his mood. A light rain started to fall, and Mark pulled up his hood (风帽), not caring that the raindrops were making dark spots on his already-dirty clothes.

He was so lost in his thoughts that he didn't notice his best friend, Alex, walking beside him. "Hey, Mark, what's wrong?" Alex asked, with an expression of concern on his face. Mark told him everything. "I spent hours trying to get that perfect blue for the ocean waves," Mark sighed. "Without it, my whole painting is ruined." Alex patted him on the back and said, "Don't worry, we'll figure it out. Let's go to the art supply room and see if there's any blue paint left."

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Upon entering the supply room, Mark's heart sank as he saw the blue paint shelf was empty.

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Two days later, Mark stood nervously beside his reborn painting at the exhibition.

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1. 运动经历；2. 个人变化。

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Is that Big Ben? At the Science Museum's amazing exhibition, a tall mechanical clock a spire (尖顶) and a four-faced base catches the eye. This is a "zimingzhong," or "self-striking bell," a type of clock collected by Chinese emperors. Twenty-three such clocks, borrowed from Beijing's Palace Museum shown in Britain for the first time, are now on display in South Kensington.

In the 18th century, British merchants eager for Chinese silk and tea decided to promote their country's clockmakers. Skilled clockmakers like James Cox (know) how to make luxury clocks with complex parts that could ring and move. Some could even play music, (earn) them the old British name "sing-songs". Chinese emperors loved these "foreign (curiosity)" and asked for them as gifts.

To say zimingzhong are complicated is to understate their (grand). Decorated with gold, glass, and materials like kingfisher feathers, they shine with richness. To modern viewers, they look fancy and almost over-the-top, like glittering jewels.

These clocks were meant to surprise: one has lotus petals (花瓣) that can open (show) tiny figures inside. (sad), because they are so old and delicate, the zimingzhong at the Science Museum must remain silent and still. However, a recorded sound of ticks and bells creates magical atmosphere. Though they may not fit modern tastes, they are wonderful, just the Qianlong Emperor said: "heavenly made".

By my early 40s, I had tried all the1 that were supposed to make me feel better about entering middle age. I had taken an acting class and thrown myself into learning a new language, but given them up. My attempt at yoga was also a(n)2. And then,3 by the fruitless efforts, I decided to4 a ballet class.

"But you're not very5," my husband gently reminded me. He was right. I nearly injured myself when I once tried to lift my leg onto a table in an attempt to6. But I was determined to give it a7. I needed confirmation that my body was8 of graceful movement.

Though I'd expected my classes to be physically9 and my muscles to ache, I hadn't10 I couldn't complete the seemingly simple act of pointing and extending my foot to the side. However, over time,11 I started becoming more comfortable with the body under the12 of my teacher. My body hasn't ossified (僵化) any more, which brings me great13.

If anything, ballet is forcing me to14 my relationship with my body, and instead of noticing only the beginning of older age, I now marvel at what my body is capable of and the gradual15 I've seen as I've learned to stand with more confidence and courage.

By contrast, Jia Baoyu in Dream of the Red Chamber exemplifies (举例说明) round characters, defined by inner conflicts, contradictions, and personal growth. They reflect the unpredictability of humanity, making them more relatable and dynamic to readers.

In earlier literary works, flat characters often symbolized heroic ideals, such as the brave heroes in The Odyssey. As society moves away from idealized heroes, literature focuses more on characters' personal struggles, reflecting how writers began to see humanity in a more complex way. With the rise of realism in the 19th century, round characters gained popularity, as seen in Jane Eyre, which allowed for the exploration of personal identity and internal conflict.

However, not every character that appears in a story needs to be deep. Imagine the main character is taking a taxi to a hotel. If we make the taxi driver a round character, the focus could shift from the main character to the taxi driver, potentially taking attention away from the main plot.

They together create tension and richness in a literary work. Flat characters provide clarity and focus, simplifying themes and making them accessible to readers. Meanwhile, round characters reveal human complexity, showing life beyond black and white.

A. Neither type of characters is better than the other.

B. Such characters stand out for complexity and depth.

C. We don't get heartfelt backstory to enrich their roles.

D. If flat characters are round, they may "steal the show".

E. This shows how literature reflects evolving social views.

F. Round characters are more engaging than flat characters.

G. They are more like a spotlight, drawing attention to one aspect.

Snowshoe rabbits live in the mountain ranges of North America, and have a pure white coat during the wintertime to match the snowy surroundings and to help avoid being caught. And they take off winter coats for a darker brown fur colour to match the dirt and leaves after the snow melts in the spring. Sounds like a great way to escape from their natural enemies, right? However, concern begins when scientists begin looking at how the warming climate will impact the rabbits.

There are more and more white rabbits in the middle of a brown habitat, where the snow has already melted away. This is a problem for them, as they are more easily seen by their natural enemies, giving them a "mismatch" problem. Snowshoe rabbits time the coat change in spring from white to brown based on the change in day length, not the temperature or the presence of snow in their habitat. Nowadays, the snow is melting a week on average before the change in day length signals the change in coat colour, leaving the rabbits exposed to their natural enemies.

Some predictions put the rabbits in up to 8 weeks of a white coat in a brown, snowless habitat by the end of this century. This timeline could spell doom for their populations, as their natural enemies will have nearly two months of easily spotting them.

Fortunately, scientists have found areas with snowshoe rabbits in colour from white to brown in the same place, meaning the timing of the coat change can be influenced by the environment. Snowshoe rabbits reproduce quickly, and if the colour change timing is passed down then it is possible for rabbits to change coats accordingly. By protecting areas with variable ones, we can give snowshoe rabbits the opportunity to adapt to the changing climate.

Typing pays no attention to the form of the letters — only involving relatively simple and uniform movements. By contrast, handwriting is a complex task. Motor system has to delicately adjust the pressure that each finger applies on the pen to recreate each letter. Adding to the complexity, your visual system must continuously process that letter as it's formed, with your brain making adjustments to fingers in real time to create the letters' shapes. "This process lets you make your body and what you are seeing mesh (匹配)." says Robert Wiley, a cognitive psychologist at the University of North Carolina, adding "such complexity is crucial to mental development."

Screens and keyboards replacing pen and paper might affect kids' ability to learn letters, which is actually an important predictor of later reading and math attainment. If young children are not receiving any handwriting training, their brains simply won't reach their full potential. For adults, typing often results in failing to actually process information. During a lecture, it's possible to type what they're hearing word for word. But often, they're just typing blindly, failing to make information their own. On the other hand, taking notes by hand forces them to write only key words and use drawings or arrows to work through ideas.

Actually, we don't have to drop digital tools, like graphics tablets and smart pens, to capitalize on the power of handwriting. Recent research suggests that writing on a screen activates the same brain pathways as writing on paper. It's the movement that counts, not its final form.

Mainly initiated by senior Avari Brocker, president of the All Minds All Bodies Club, the exhibıt focuses on developing a space to raise awareness about visible and invisible disabilities. "As a young child who didn't know I was disabled and only knew I was struggling, I felt really solitary," Brocker said. "I felt like I didn't have a community."

Discovering her disability less than two years ago at 16, Brocker was inspired to find ways she could advocate immediately after being diagnosed with dyslexia(阅读障碍) and ADHD. Since then, she has become involved in the International Dyslexia Association. "Growing up like that made me realize that spreading awareness of disabilities was part of my purpose in life, " she said. "But everybody needs help and needs a village. Nobody gets anywhere on their own. "

After the exhibit on Friday, March 14, students stayed in their homerooms to watch a video that provided insight towards what the most universal invisible disabilities were at school. ADHD, anxiety disorders, and dyslexia were among the most common according to a study Brocker conducted for her club.

"We wanted to give people a window into what it's like to be neurodivergent(神经分化)," Brocker said. She reflected on how it felt emotionally tiring to have her struggles emphasized at school, noting that sometimes her disability became more apparent in social situations too, but she's grateful to friends who supported her through the process, like playing a game all together. Between the exhibit and the video, there's one thing she hopes for students to take away. "Disability doesn't prevent a person's ability to do things," she said. "It also isn't a weakness to ask for help. "

Choosing the Right Shows

Pick shows that match your interests. The Northeast offers classic flower displays. Northwest exhibitions highlight native species. Southwest shows focus on desert plants. Check show dates carefully. Some run for just a day or weekend, while others last a week or more. Think about what you want to see most.

Ticketing and Entrance Fees

Buy tickets early as the shows offer discounts for advance purchases. Some shows have multi-day passes if you want to visit more than once.

Prices vary by show and location. VIP or preview night tickets often cost more but give you early access. Some shows include free workshops with admission.

Travel Tips

If you're flying, compare prices at different airports. Some cities have multiple options. Rental cars give you freedom to explore, but parking can be tricky at show venues.

Volunteering Opportunities

Helping out at garden shows is a fun way to meet people and learn new skills. Many events need volunteers to greet guests, answer questions, or help with setting up the exhibitions.

Check show websites or social media to find out how to sign up. Volunteering often comes with free entry and behind-the-scenes access. It's a great way to network while you're supporting the gardening community.

Here are a few things you need to know about my dad. First, he was a slightly impatient kind of a guy. If he wanted something done, he wanted it done NOW, if not sooner. Second, you need to know that Dad was an early riser. Every single day. No exceptions. No excuses. Work or no work. Holidays or vacation days, there was my father, up and ready to go. Oh, and you should know that Mom was a night owl, up late watching a late movie or a wrestling match.

One more thing about my dad. He was color-blind. That usually doesn't matter. And he was a fairly conservative kind of person. For instance, he bought our new home out in the country and objected immediately to the stucco (灰泥) being a pale peach color. Way too "flashy" for Dad. He hired a painter to cover up all that peach with a nice, not-flashy gray. Dad was fond of gray anyway.

And so, we arrived at the Saturday morning when Dad sprang out of bed as bright-eyed as ever, felt restless, and looked around for something that needed doing. Mom was sound asleep, as usual. My brother and I slept in a bit. There was nobody around to keep an eye on Dad and whatever he decided to do next.

So, Dad decided that the porch (门廊) on our newly gray house needed a fresh coat of paint. He headed off to the hardware store to get paint and painting supplies. He did not tell any of us. Nor did he invite any of us along.

We've never been sure what happened at the hardware store. Did he ask for advice? Did he study color samples? Did another shopper help him choose? Who knows? But we're all pretty sure that Dad had no clue what color he was painting the wooden porch. My brother and I woke up, wondered where Dad was, and went looking for him.

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We froze in our tracks when we stepped outside.

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Looking at the bright pink porch, we three exchanged looks, unsure how to break the news.

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1．活动目的和内容；2．你的感受。

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Dear Andy,

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Best regards,

Li Hua

Chinese peonies (牡丹) are not just beautiful flowers; they also hold deep symbolic meaning in Chinese culture.

Often (refer) to as the King of Flowers, the peony is one of the most culturally significant flowers in China, with a history dating back over 2,000 years. It is believed (represent) wealth, prosperity (繁荣), and honor.

One of the reasons for the peony's cultural significance is its historical (associate) with the imperial family. During the Tang Dynasty, the peony (consider) the official flower of the imperial court and only the imperial family and high-ranking (official) could plant and enjoy these delicate flowers.

In addition, the peony was deeply rooted in Chinese mythology. According to Chinese legend, the peony is associated with a beautiful goddess named Xi Wangmu, planted peonies in her garden to symbolize her immortality (永生). Thus, the peony is often associated with longevity and the (pursue) of immortality.

Also, the peony holds special place in Chinese weddings. It is greatly admired a symbol of love and happiness and is often used in wedding ceremonies and decorations.

In conclusion, the cultural significance of Chinese peonies cannot be underestimated. Over centuries, their rich history, deep symbolism, and aesthetic beauty (make) them one of the most treasured flowers in China.

His5 was as intense as his expectations were high. The absence in his life that his6 had left behind in his life was vast. So he was determined to be present, to never7 so much as a Little League game. He was home every day at five thirty,8 as clockwork. He coached my soccer team in the park. He had no9 of being a father, because fatherhood had never been modeled for him.10, he figured it out somehow.

From my father, I learned what it11 to be a businessperson. I understood that his employees needed to see his12. On weekends and holidays, he would drive around and13 the clerks to make sure business was running smoothly. And on snow days a few times a year, I would go with my dad to help14 the stores so that people could get food, essentials, and gas. We took pride in15 a public service; we were part of the fabric of our town.

Accept yourself. You know that nobody is perfect. When talking about the "negatives", it's extremely important to know which parts of yourself can be changed and which can't. For example, there's no point in being angry at yourself because you aren't as tall as you'd like to be. You can try all you want, but you'll never change those features of yourself.

Accepting yourself is often so hard because you aren't even looking at yourself — you're just looking at how well you do a certain thing. You've probably done it yourself. You didn't lift as much weight in the gym as the guy next to you? You're weak. You didn't finish all of the work you planned to do? You're lazy. So instead, you should realize that a single action doesn't determine who you are. This means that laughing about a mistake you once made doesn't mean you're laughing at who you are as a person.

Be humble. You can't laugh at yourself while at the same time trying to maintain the image that you're awesome at everything you do. In other words, you'd better avoid showing off and be more humble instead. A good tip is to think of how insignificant you are in the universe. It reminds you that whatever problems you're dealing with right now don't matter in the end.

​​​​​​​A. Be mindful of others.

B. This knowledge can be freeing in a way.

C. Separate yourself from your performance.

D. So how can you learn to laugh about yourself?

E. So why would you expect yourself to be any different?

F. You can make a mistake, but that doesn't make you the mistake.

G. The last thing you want at this point is for someone to laugh at you.

That is, those described as "cultural omnivores (杂食动物)" — because they eat Thai for lunch, play bocce ball after work, and stream a French film that night — are the very ones opposed to mixing it up. No hummus on their hot dogs, forget about spaghetti Westerns, and do not mention Switched-On Bach. Those offerings are not considered culturally authentic. They are a hodgepodge (混杂物) to which these folks would likely wrinkle their collective noses.

"We find these people hate the most atypical offerings," says Goldberg. "They can pretend to be the most open, but it turns out they are not. By being multicultural, they are the most conservative and the most resistant to changes."

The findings are opposite to previous research, which viewed omnivorousness as synonymous with openness. Instead, Goldberg, along with Michael T. Hannan, professor emeritus of organizational behavior at Stanford GSB and Balazs Kovacs of Yale University, write in their paper that "a taste for variety decreases one's receptivity to cultural innovation."

But as the team's research points out, there is a subset of consumers who are open to change. "For cultural novelty to have an impact and occasionally drive change, some agents must be tolerant to breaking traditional boundaries," he says.

The trick is to find and develop them, as Steve Jobs did with the iPhone. Goldberg notes that when the iPhone was first introduced, it confused the public. What is it? A phone? A computer? Many saw the product and dismissed it, deciding phones are for personal communication and computers are for the office. The professor notes that it was Jobs and his loyal followers who changed minds, changed habits, and ultimately changed the global culture.

In Elizabeth Kolbert's article "Why Facts Don't Change Our Minds," she draws on studies in cognitive science to show that reasoning evolved not to find truth, but to win arguments. Our brains often favor "motivated reasoning" — seeking information that supports our views and discounting evidence that challenges them. This tendency, known as "confirmation bias (偏见)", helps us maintain a consistent sense of self and stay in line with our social groups. This makes conversations less about learning and more about defending one's territory.

Think of your mind like a computer. Facts are like data packets trying to get through your firewall. But unless they meet certain criteria — emotional relevance, social safety, identity compatibility (兼容) — they're blocked. The mind doesn't simply take in raw information; it tries to make sense of it. Facts alone aren't enough to truly connect or stick. This is especially true in emotionally charged fields like politics, health, or identity. When we feel threatened, the emotional brain overrides the rational (理智的) brain. What feels true outweighs what is true.

If facts can't get past the firewall, what can? As discussed in my book The Art of Change, it's not about tearing down the firewall, but about finding alternative paths around it — narrative, emotion, and relationship.

Next time you're trying to change someone's mind — or your own — remember: lead with connection, not argument. Start with shared experiences or values. Use stories, not just analytics. And stay open yourself. Try this: Think of a belief you hold strongly. Then write down three reasons someone might see it differently — not arguments, but genuinely thoughtful reasons. Doing this won't make you weaker in your beliefs. It'll make you wiser in your understanding.

I applied to Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, and I was overjoyed the day I received my admission letter. At the beginning, the ancient Chinese classics and complex processes of herb collection, identification and combination were quite challenging to me. Fortunately, I had the patient guidance of professors and the enthusiastic help of classmates to rely on.

I remember when I first started learning acupuncture (针灸), I was often too hesitant to actually use the needles. To encourage me, my senior classmates generously acted as patients, braving the discomfort to let me practice acupuncture techniques on their bodies. With their support and motivation, my acupuncture skills steadily improved, and my studies quickly got on track.

During my learning journey, the most memorable experience was my internship (实习) at the Yunnan Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. There, I had the opportunity to participate directly in patient care. I looked forward to every Saturday afternoon when I could shadow my teacher. After each patient consultation, she would give me a detailed explanation: what the patient's pulse (脉搏) indicated, what it represented in terms of their conditions, and the role of each herb in the prescription (处方). This approach helped shape my diagnostic thinking and was incredibly beneficial to me. Even though this meant she could never leave work on time, she never complained. As an ancient Chinese saying goes, "It's easier to get a teacher of classics than a teacher of character."

My every day in China has been filled with challenges and surprises. TCM has taught me not just the skills to heal and save lives but how to view life. I have come to understand that the power of culture lies more in its ability to connect hearts than in its uniqueness. People from different cultural backgrounds can actually form strong connections.

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Dear classmates,

Hi everyone! My name is Li Hua. I'm in Class 8 , Grade 3 in senior.

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Li Hua

The men's race was2 by Kenyan, Martin Lel, who finished the3 in just two hours and five minutes, a personal best time for him. Irina Mikitenko was the4 of the women's race and this was astonishingly only her second race at marathon5!

There was also a group of 24 runners who have6 in every single one of the 28 London marathons. Jeff Aston is one of them and at 60 years old, he7 in just over three and a half hours. He felt8, then came back with his wife.

A lot of the non-competitive runners take part in the marathon to9 money for charity. Jeff estimates he has raised about £25,000 (350,000 RMB) for the 28 years during which he has been running.

Jane Tomlinson is a well-known name in the UK. She raised millions for charity by doing long cycle10, marathons and triathlons (铁人三项赛) while11 against terminal cancer (晚期癌症), a battle she12 lost last year.13 Jane, her husband and daughter took part in the marathon. They managed to raise £20,000 (280,000 RMB) for a charity14 in Jane's name.

Another astonishing one was a blind runner, Dave Heeley, completing the marathon. As if that wasn't enough, this was his seventh marathon in seven days, as he took part in a special15 which took him to seven countries.