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During a workshop at a local art school, Li met Pierre, a French violinist who was fascinated by her instrument's attractive sound. "It's like the voice of ancient China," he remarked with excitement, gently plucking (拨) the erhu's strings. Inspired by each other's music, they decided to mix the soulful melodies of the erhu with the dynamic range of the violin for a performance at the upcoming Bastille Day celebration.

As they practiced in a sunlit studio overlooking the Seine, Li taught Pierre how to imitate raindrops with quick bow movements on the erhu, while Pierre showed her how to weave Western harmonies into the Chinese folk tune "Jasmine Flower." The integration created a charming soundscape that neither had imagined possible. On the performance night, their piece "Silk Road Echoes" received thunderous applause. The audience were amazed at how the erhu's sad tones danced with the violin's vigorous (有活力的) melodies.

What began as a summer experiment blossomed into lasting friendship and something far greater. Today, Li and Pierre co-teach virtual music classes, connecting students in Chengdu and Lyon through weekly "global jam sessions." Their students cooperate on pieces that mix erhu with guitar or Peking opera with jazz. Li often tells her pupils, "Music has no borders; it's a language that turns differences into harmonies." When traditions meet with open hearts, they don't conflict; they compose something entirely new.

SongKran — Thailand

Dates: 13th — 15th, April

In Thailand, people celebrate a festival called Songkran, when people head out to the streets with water guns to spray (喷洒) everyone who walks past. It's a very important traditional celebration in the country.

Naghol — Vanuatu

Dates: Every Saturday from April to May

Every year, villagers come together to celebrate the harvest of yams (甘薯), an important part in the people's diet in Vanuatu. The festival is most famous for its "land diving ceremony". During the ceremony men and boys dive to the ground from high wooden towers with only two thin vines (藤) tied to their feet.

Cherry Blossom Viewing — Japan

Dates: The cherry blossom season varies from year to year depending on the weather.

The festival is well-known. The Japanese celebrate the days when the flowers finally blossom (开花). Only a few days later, the petals (花瓣) fall to the ground, like pink snowflakes, which means the traditional festival only lasts for several days. In Japan, almost everyone has picnics in the parks to view the flowers.

Sinhalese New Year — Sri Lanka

Dates: 13th or 14^th, April

Just like in many other countries in South East Asia, this is the time when people celebrate the traditional New Year, an ancient celebration which marks the end of the harvest season and is one of two times of the year when the sun is straight above Sri Lanka. There are a lot of delicious foods during the celebration.

In a lively city, there was a small bookstore hidden between two tall buildings. It wasn't the most attractive place, but it had an undeniable charm. The owner, David, had inherited (继承) the store from his grandfather. Every day, he opened its creaky (吱嘎的) doors and greeted his customers with a smile, even though his heart was heavy.

David had been struggling with his business for months. Online stores had taken over the market, and fewer people walked into his store. He had always believed in the magic of physical books, but with bills piling up and his savings running low, he was beginning to lose hope.

One rainy afternoon, as David sat behind the counter, staring at the closed sign on the door, a young woman entered. Her name was Sophie, and she was new to the city. She had heard about the bookstore from a friend and decided to check it out.

Sophie wandered through the passages, running her fingers along the spines of the books. There was something warm and comforting about the place — despite its worn-out shelves and faded sign outside. After a while, she picked up a book on gardening — a topic she had recently become passionate about — and brought it to the counter. David greeted her, still burdened by his worries.

"You seem like you're really into gardening," he said softly.

Sophie smiled. "Yes, it's been such a peaceful escape for me lately."

David rang up the book and said, "I hope it helps you grow your garden. Plants are like people. They need care, but they can really bloom if you give them the right environment."

Before leaving with the book, Sophie turned to him. "There's something special about this place. I hope you keep it open for a long time."

David watched as she stepped out into the rain, her smile lingering (萦绕) in his mind. That night, for the first time in weeks, he didn't feel the heavy weight of worry. Instead, he thought about Sophie's words. Maybe it wasn't about making the store bigger or more popular. Maybe it was about creating an environment where people felt welcomed — and that was enough to keep going.

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The next day, David decided to make a change.

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Months later, David received a letter from Sophie.

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Li Hua

The China Wildlife Image and Video Competition, hosted by the Chinese National Geography, has long been event of great significance in the field of wildlife documentation. At an awards ceremony recently held in Beijing, 17 remarkable images and videos, which (select) from over 37,600 submissions globally, deeply attracted the audience.

The competition, (theme) "Spirituality of Mountains and Seas" this year, aims to enhance public awareness of wildlife and ecological conservation. Among the award-winning (entry), the work of Jia Haining's team on Oriental storks (东方白鹳) in the Yellow River Delta stood out (noticeable). Their delicate piece of art beautifully demonstrated the region's ecological harmony and species (diverse).

To film the dynamic moment the birds left their nests, they arrived at the filming site as early as 4:30 am. And they waited patiently for almost two months the young storks' first flight! The judges praised their work as a breathtaking symphony of life.

Additionally, special awards for mobile photography and social media engagement were introduced to encourage (broad) public participation. The competition, as Dr. Jane Goodall noted, has the power to inspire people, especially those who rarely have the opportunity to experience nature firsthand, (reconnect) with the natural world.

One day, while cleaning Arthur's room, Jean found an MP3 under his bed and her credit card under his pillow. The realization5 her that Arthur had used her card without6, which explained the7 $1,000 on her recent credit card bill. Realizing she had failed to teach him the value of money, Jean8 a plan.

On the first day of Arthur's summer break, Jean took Arthur to an old farm. She confronted (对质) him about the MP3, and Arthur9 using her card because all his friends had one. Jean proposed he work on the farm for two weeks to prove his10 to correct his mistakes.

Throughout his time there, Arthur encountered11 he had never faced before but carried on. The hard labor taught him the meaning of effort, sacrifice, and the true value of money. At the end of his work, Arthur approached Jean with a(n)12, acknowledging his error. Jean forgave him and shared her own story of making mistakes. She wasn't angry about how much money she lost, but was hurt by his13 in using her credit card without permission.

14 with emotion, Arthur understood Mom's sacrifice. He whispered, "I love you." Jean smiled and replied, "I love you too, my little boy,15 anything."

In our busy lives, we often pass up chances for joy. We might skip a birthday party or cancel a lunch date, thinking it's not worth the trouble. But this usually makes us feel even more down later. The secret to changing this is to strengthen"reward sensitivity".

Reward sensitivity is like a muscle. It can grow stronger with regular practice. When we train ourselves to notice and value positive emotions, we can become happier. They often struggle to feel pleasure, a condition called anhedonia (unable to experience joy). A 2023 study showed that therapy focusing on positive emotions helps mental health more than treatments just reducing negative symptoms.

A great way to strengthen reward sensitivity is to plan a small, fun activity daily. Describe it in detail, focusing on the feelings and experiences. This practice, known as"savoring (尽情享受)," makes positive feelings stronger and gives you more motivation to seek similar experiences in the future.

. Instead of simply labeling an experience"good", use more precise words like"thrilled,""inspired, or "peaceful". Sharing positive moments with others can make these moments even more meaningful, strengthening social bonds and spreading happiness.

It's important to remember that embracing happiness doesn't mean ignoring pain. By using these strategies in your daily life, you can cultivate a stronger sense of reward sensitivity and change how you experience and pursue happiness.

A. Afterward, take a moment to recall the experience.

B. It's the ability to find and truly enjoy positive experiences.

C. We often avoid such activities, which make our mood decline.

D. This is especially important for those with depression or anxiety.

E. This practice helps you better understand and enjoy positive feelings.

F. Despite life's challenges, feeling joy helps restore balance and toughness.

G. Beyond savoring, expanding your emotional vocabulary can also help.

Vast quantities of wind and solar capacity have been introduced across Europe in recent years, but these power sources are intermittent, generating electricity only when winds blow or the sky is cloudless.

Gas power plants, which can be switched on and off relatively easily, are frequently relied on to provide power when renewable generation is low. But gas is often the most expensive source of power, and electricity market rules mean the most expensive generator sets the price for the entire market.

Raúl Bajo-Buenestado at the University of Navarra and his colleagues found nations with more wind and solar in their power systems were more vulnerable (易受影响) to natural gas price shocks. Spain, for example, has large volumes of solar power and is particularly sensitive to power price changes. "If you have natural gas, wind and solar, this is going to make the perfect cocktail for you to be vulnerable," says Bajo-Buenestado.

It is the need for flexible generation alongside wind and solar that is the issue. Bajo-Buenestado points out that other nations with low-carbon power grids, such as Norway and France, rely on hydropower and nuclear technology, which are reliable generators. "We don't see a clear correlation between decarbonisation and sensitivity to natural gas price changes," he says.

Solving the problem will require nations to replace gas as the back-up fuel of choice. One answer is for grid operators to push the power system to become better able to absorb peaks and valleys in generation. "The underlying message is that getting a flexible system is now as important as building renewables," says Michael Grubb at University College London.

YourFitness

YourFitness isn't just a calorie-tracking app and it also provides a selection of free workout classes. In addition to its core nutrition-monitoring features, users can access workout routines designed to improve overall health. YourFitness caters (迎合) to different fitness goals. There are also payment courses, such as personalized coaching and exclusive workout content.

FitPro Vitality

FitPro Vitality offers a blend of free and paid workout classes. The classes span various disciplines, including high-intensity interval training (HIIT), yoga, and strength training. It also offers off-line exercise courses with professional trainers providing on-site guidance.

Peloton Trek

Peloton Trek offers a wide range of free workout classes catering to people of all ages. The classes give users a taste of the high-energy workouts Peloton Trek is known for, including cycling, running and strength training. All users gain access to an extensive library of on-demand classes and advanced analytics. The platform's instructors are highly energetic and motivating.

Athleanphere

Athleanphere is a platform dedicated to helping individuals build strength, improve athletic performance, and achieve their fitness goals. All of its workout videos and classes are available for free. For more in-depth training programs, users' courses are jointly designed by professional trainers and famous athletes with a focus on sports-specific conditioning.

Ethan had always lived by checklists — precise and detailed. At school, he double-checked his answers, rewrote notes in perfect handwriting, and organized his pens by size and color. But the world often refused to follow his plan. A missed question, a group project gone off track, or even a messy desk could send him into hours of self-blame.

During a school event, he was struck by what was advertised on the poster of a pottery class, "Join us. Create, relax, and just be yourself." He eagerly signed up, hoping it might ease the anxiety that had wrapped him around for long.

On the first day of their pottery workshop, Ethan arrived earlier, and spent almost an hour arranging and rearranging all the tools, the wheel, carving knives, brushes, and measuring cups... He carefully lined them up like surgical instruments. He had even watched twelve instructional videos the night before, determined to get everything right. Yet somehow, he couldn't even make a simple bowl — his third attempt of the day had just exploded in the kiln (窑).

He wrote on his notebook with precision, "Attempt 3,400g stoneware, 21% water, Collapsed at 4.2cm height." Maybe the curve (弧线) was just not standard enough, Ethan thought.

Ms. Alvarez, their instructor, approached Ethan and said with a warm smile, "Beginner's tip. Don't worry about making it perfect." Ethan froze. The word "Perfect" hung in the air, sharp and cold, bringing back memories of last year's science fair — when sleepless nights and silent tears had ended not in praise, but in a crushing headache.

Around him, the others were making uneven bowls and plates with funny-looking curves. Some were even laughing at their own "disasters". No one seemed to mind getting it wrong. Ethan looked down at his own hands, still dusted with clay. Ethan forced a smile, turned to the soft clay on his table, and began kneading (揉黏土), ready for a fourth attempt.

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Paragraph 1: "Forget about making it perfect." Ms. Alvarez's words gently landed beside him.

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Paragraph 2: "Now," Ms. Alvarez said to Ethan with a smile, "let's wait."

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Dear Mr. Wilson,

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Best regards,

Li Hua

In the dining hall of Shenzhen University, students eagerly line up for a unique delicacy: rich bowls of black-bone chicken soup. This flavorful dish traces its roots to an (innovation) AI farming project in Chishui, Guizhou, a region where black-bone chicken farming (be) a valued tradition for over 300 years. Despite its long history, the practice has faced (challenge), including disease, predator attacks, and high labor demands.

(address) these issues, Shenzhen University students partnered with the local government to develop an Al-based system. (adopt) cameras and micro-devices, this smart technology tracks each chicken's movements. When a chicken's steps fall below 1,000, the system warns farmers to check signs of illness. It also detects wild animals, helping to reduce losses from predator attacks.

After just six months, production (boost) by 30%, with over 60,000 chickens added. In appreciation, Chishui farmers gifted hundreds of chickens to the university, students turned into "Al chicken soup" for the university community, allowing everyone to enjoy the fruits of this technological achievement.

Reflecting on the project, Shenzhen University Vice President Zhang Xiaohong highlighted the (integrate) of academia, industry, research, and innovation. "Through this partnership, our students have developed practical skills, gained hands-on experience, grown into AI professionals ready to make a meaningful impact."

As a kid, I was short and1. When I played basketball, I had to put my tiny body behind the ball and throw it underhand at the hoop (篮筐). Kids laughed and called my2 style "grandma shot." I looked strange, but I3 every time. I won multiple free throw competitions using my "grandma shot", so I4 it. But my victories came with great5 — I hadn't done it the "right" way.

But did success only count if it looked the way others6? Years later, when I closed my eyes, I recalled standing on the free throw line at 10 years old,7 the noise, and focusing on the basket. My "grandma shot"8, and everyone cheered. The way I shot was odd, but it did9 the rules.

Suddenly, I realized I'd spent my life letting the "right" way10 my achievements. I was a freelancer (自由职业者) who doesn't have a stable income, and I'd always felt I was doing something11. However, I earned scholarships, built businesses, and shaped my life with12 steps. Now I know it's not the13 that matters, but the joy you find throughout the journey. There's no one right or wrong way.14, there are countless paths. There's no15 in that — sometimes, it leads to great success.

Rational thinking proves particularly valuable in certain situations. Without it, we might rely too heavily on emotions, leading to poor decisions. Studies confirm that people who think rationally tend to perform better in both academic and professional settings. Moreover, it helps individuals analyze complex problems, allow for better planning and make well-informed choices.

People who are more analytic are seen less approachable, which may make them seem distant or unfeeling. As a result, they might struggle to build close relationships or communicate warmth in social situations.

Intuitive thinking, though sometimes imperfect, shows impressive effectiveness in many everyday situations. Chess masters instantly recognize strong moves, firefighters make life-saving decisions through instinct, and artists create through sudden inspiration — none of which could be achieved through slow, step-by-step analysis. These examples remind us that intuition is not the opposite of reason.

In our modern world of constant information, the ability to use both thinking styles becomes especially valuable. Life is not a problem to be solved by logic alone, nor a feeling to be trusted blindly. In the end, to live well is to think with both the precision of a scientist and the grace of an artist — calculating when needed, but never silencing the inner voice that says, "This just feels right."
 

A. This, however, is not the whole picture.

B. It allows us to weigh evidence objectively.

C. It's experience that becomes quick and automatic.

D. Wisest decisions sing when reason and intuition harmonize.

E. Surprisingly, logical thinking promotes emotional intelligence.

F. However, sometimes intuition can be more effective than reasoning.

G. This black-and-white view overlooks the complexity of human thought.

The research began with what they see in daily life: in environments like crosswalks where people walk straight toward opposite directions, stable paths form naturally. But in spaces like airport terminals (航站楼) where people move at various angles, chaos usually wins. To understand why, mathematician Karol Bacik and his colleagues created mathematical models that study crowd movement like flowing water, looking at different walking angles and how people avoid bumping into each other. Based on these models, they predicted that when people' walking directions spread apart beyond a certain critical angle, the orderly lane formation would break down into disorder.

The research team then tested their idea in a lab-designed crosswalk. Volunteers wearing uniquely coded hats walked across a pretended intersection (十字路口) while overhead cameras tracked their movements. The team varied starting points and walking angles across hundreds of trials, mapping how crowds flowed or clashed. By analyzing thousands of crossings, the team confirmed their prediction — when the average walking direction went beyond 13 degrees, orderly lines collapse into inefficient, potentially dangerous disorder.

"This isn't just about math — it's about real-world safety," explains Bacik. "A shopping mall designed with this 13-degree rule in mind could prevent dangerous crowding, while subway stations might arrange exits to naturally guide people into efficient paths."

The implications extend beyond urban design. Emergency planners could use these findings to design better escape routes, and Al systems might better predict crowd flows in smart cities. As Bacik's team prepares to test their model in real life, one thing is clear: even in something as ordinary as walking, hidden patterns govern our behavior — and science is just beginning to understand them. Moreover, this study transforms an everyday observation into measurable facts, proving once again that mathematics can reveal order in the seeming chaos of everyday life.

Once we assign people or ourselves to a group, several psychological effects take hold. First of all, the group members assume an identity. A label is placed on them, which over time achieves a level of permanency. For example, if you decide yourself as belonging to the "I'm really not creative" group, you tend to view yourself as primarily and permanently uncreative. The longer this belief lasts, the harder it is to change.

Moreover, groups provide us with a false sense of comfort. By joining the "I'm not creative" group, we also conveniently protect ourselves from moving beyond the borders of that group into new and often unfamiliar areas. Like birds that hesitate to leave their cages even when the door is open, we eschew the desire to get out of our comfort zone—not because we can't, but because we won't. There are not just many like-minded people in the group, but it offers a safe environment to work and play.

But the problem doesn't end there. There is a tsunami of books and articles that use language such as the following: "Creative people are individuals like Leonardo, Edison, Picasso, or Einstein who have changed our culture in some important respects" and "Creative people are the ones who get ahead in their jobs, start new businesses, invent products... paint pictures, and make things of beauty." When reading these statements, we automatically assign ourselves to that "other group", knowing that we can never measure up.

However, as psychological research has convincingly demonstrated, creativity is not exclusive to a select few; it is a birthright shared by everyone. So, be mindful of what you read. Sometimes, others may be putting you in a box without your knowing.

Bees, like humans, breathe out water into the air. The more active the bees, the more wetness they put in the air. Sudden cold worsens this: each time my grandson rushed in from the snow, our heater struggled — the bees' energy rewarming forces them to release more wet air. I learned to minimize hive checks after mid-fall. Checking inside interrupts their winter preparations — closing cracks between the boxes and adjusting airflow. Now, I listen with a simple tool to listen for activity instead.

Feeding syrup (糖浆) late also backfires. Sugar syrup must be thickened to between 14% and 21% wetness. Any wetness beyond that percentage must be released into the hive as bees process their food, breathing out extra water. My solution? Ensure hives save enough honey by fall's end. I keep spare beehives in low temperature, transferring them if stores run low. Winter bees — "fat bees" packed with nutrients — handle cold better, their food processing drier.

Yet there's no universal fix. My Pacific Northwest strategies — like tipping hives slightly for water runoff — might fail elsewhere. One truth holds: bees teach patience. Every misstep (like tapping hives "just to check") carries consequences. Now, I journal successes and failures, adapting as my buzzing mentors (导师) demand.

Last winter, all five hives survived. Opening them this spring, I found lively groups — no deaths, just the steady sound of survival. Beekeeping isn't about control, but partnership. Sometimes, the wisest step is stepping back.

How are courses graded?

Your course grade is calculated out of 300 points. The minimum score required to pass and become qualified for college credit is an overall course grade of 70%. To qualify for academic honors, you need an average score of 261. You can earn points from lesson quizzes (about 30%), final exams (about 50%) and course assignments (about 20%). Check the course guidebook to see a full breakdown of the point distribution for each course.

Can I test out of material I already know?

Many of our courses have placement tests, which allow you to test out of the material you already know. Check the overview page of your course to find out if a placement test is available. In this case, you will find a blue "Take Placement Test" button underneath the course progress bar.

What is a Study.com exam and how does it work?

A Study.com exam is an exam in which a student's activity and environment are monitored to imitate a traditional testing experience. Tests are monitored virtually through our third-party partner Software Secure. Users simply download Software Secure to their device and follow directions.

If you find yourself unable to achieve a passing score in your Study.com course, we recommend speaking with an advisor at your school. They may be able to recommend alternative courses that you can take to meet the requirements for your degree plan.

At one time children made May Day baskets to celebrate spring and enjoy the rewards of giving surprising gifts to their beloved ones. When I was in perhaps the third grade, our class took on such an adventure. For several days, we worked on creating paper baskets. We cut colorful stripes of construction paper and wove them together, following our teacher, Miss Anderson. We cut and wove and glued. Then we decorated them with our crayons and more cutting and gluing. Finally, we fitted paper handles onto the tops so that we could secretly hang our creations on the doors of unsuspecting receivers: surely our mothers.

We were finished right on time. Miss Anderson brought armloads of flowers for us to use in stuffing our prizes. Lilacs and tulips and al the colorful flowers of spring. We had to wait until the day was nearly over before we were allowed to choose the flowers that were just right for our baskets. I chose the biggest, most beautiful blossoms, allowing myself to be selfish for the sake of my mother. Then we fidgeted (烦躁) away what remained of our day, waiting for the clock to tick down the minutes to our release.

Finally, mercifully, the bell rang! We threw on our coats, gathered our homework and our lunch boxes, tied on our scarves and then, carefully, we cradled our offerings of love and off we ran to our individual homes! I was so excited! I ran as fast as I could down the hill, across the street, up the block, heading home. I paused at the corner of my house, to catch my breath and savor the moment. Then I glanced down to admire my offering one last time before I hung it lovingly over the doorknob. Horrors! Shock, dread and depression! My flowers were gone! Apparently, bouncing out on my mad dash home, all that was left was a sad, messed-up, wrinkled little empty basket! I stood on the doorway and burst into mournful sobbing tears.

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By and by, my mom came to the door to discover the source of the sorrow.

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Soon, my newly-decorated basket was ready to be offered again.

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