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（1）提议解决问题的方法；

（2）阐释音乐会的独特价值。

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（1）写作词数应为100个左右；

（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Dear Tim,

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Li Hua

The multifunctionality of bamboo is recognized in China, where the giant woody grass has been widely employed since the 11th century BC. (bless) with a wealth of bamboo forests, China is the world's largest producer of bamboo products and this resource, comparable in scale and economic impact that of Ireland, secures its dominant position in the global market.

Evolving into an eco-friendly replacement, bamboo (prize) for its superior green nature. Its edge lies not only in toughness and strength but in rapid growth and renewability. As opposed to trees (such as oak or teak), can take over a decade to mature, it reaches a harvest-ready stage in just four to six years, thus (permit) repeated harvests without replanting.

In Anji, a county in northwestern Zhejiang Province, bamboo has replaced plastic in various products. With 666 square kilometers of bamboo forests covering area about 80 percent of the size of New York City a long-standing history of bamboo use, Anji serves as a model in advancing bamboo as an alternative to plastic. On the farm, bamboo-based film (薄膜) replaces plastic film in the (preserve) of heat and water. The industrial development of bamboo benefits local communities as well, rejuvenating rural areas through bamboo harvesting.

Scenes of harmony between humankind and nature are emerging in Anji, where bamboo-driven development is promoted (initiate) dialogues with nature and champion a greener future. Transformation, innovation, collaboration, and (sustainable) grown natural treasures all form part of humanity's shared heritage.

I found tai chi2, but I couldn't see its point. I defined fitness as3 and strength. Moving slowly did not tone muscles, so I chose to4 myself from the practice. Still, the5 stayed with me, a seed planted.

After retirement, with a doctor's6, I returned to that park, no longer a watcher but inside the group, awkwardly moving toward the growth once seeded long ago. My early7 were discouraging. I joined one class, then left; joined another, and8, failing to complete the routines. I assumed that mastering tai chi meant memorizing all the9. But I soon learned otherwise: What needed mastering were my own habits — impatience, resistance to correction.

Everything changed in my first expert-led class. Surrounded by advanced10, I felt like a beginner when the instructor11 singled me out for instruction. Embarrassed, I listened intently, watched closely and12 my body to move by copying him. Ultimately, this focus helped13 my embarrassment.

In that instant, my emotion14, from embarrassment to empowerment. I learned not just a move, but a patient and open way of being. I became that lily unfolding, awakened not by force, but by this15 martial art.

Naturally, breaking the habit wasn't easy. The first morning, I reached for my phone automatically. I stopped myself and picked up a book instead. It felt odd, like trying to enjoy coffee without caffeine (咖啡因). But after a few pages, I found myself actually relaxed — not the emptiness of a scroll, but something steadier. That had never happened before.

Encouraged by the quiet start, I explored other ways. The next day I tried a cold shower. I wanted something that would force me fully awake. The shock factor was incredibly effective. On Wednesday, I went for a run. I hated every step at first. But I came back awake, warm and proud. That feeling powered me through the day.

On Thursday, I journaled. No audience, just thoughts on paper. It felt honest, if not particularly exciting. On Friday, I reread an old letter and let the memories surface. It was quiet, uneventful and grounding.

By the end of the week, the urge to check my phone had weakened. Those phone-free mornings proved a quieter start was possible: no noise or half-truths. It's not about perfection, but freedom from the scroll and the misinformation it feeds into our minds.

A. But lately, I noticed the weight it carried.

B. This left my mind surprisingly clear afterward.

C. Some mornings were more reflective than active.

D. It made me realize my dependence on my phone.

E. I even finished a chapter before checking the time.

F. That meant I stopped grabbing my phone on waking.

G. It revealed the link between my phone use and daily anxiety.

What causes this syndrome? Cultural and media influences, such as movies, books and TV shows centered on a single character, shape people's perception of their own life roles. Social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook and TikTok further facilitate this tendency by rewarding self-presentation and attention-seeking behaviors. Additionally, personalities like narcissistic (自恋的) tendencies or emotional struggles such as insecurity and low self-esteem, as well as self-focused family upbringing, can increase the likelihood of developing such a mindset.

This mindset is not entirely negative, as framing oneself as life's leading role can develop a strong sense of purpose and motivation, encouraging individuals to pursue their goals with greater confidence and determination. However, its potential downsides often outweigh these benefits: It breeds more than enough self-centeredness, weakens interpersonal empathy, and ruins genuine relationships by reducing others to mere "supporting roles" rather than equals in mutual interactions.

Since main character syndrome is not a formally recognized psychological disorder, there is no targeted medical treatment for it. Nevertheless, practical approaches can effectively address its underlying issues: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps individuals adjust self-centered behaviors and address interpersonal relationships; empathy training enhances the ability to understand and appreciate others' feelings; mindfulness practices promote a more grounded and less self-focused perspective; and social skills workshops develop collaborative and empathetic interpersonal relationships. Together, these practices cultivate balanced self-awareness and fuel meaningful personal growth.

As the number of cars on highways keeps growing, the stability of traffic flow gradually decreases. Studies show that when the density (密度) reaches 15 vehicles per mile per lane (车道), a single driver's sudden brake tap can give rise to long-lasting and widespread traffic jams. Scientist Katsuhiro Nishinari, a mathematical physicist studying traffic transitions, compares this phenomenon to a phase transition, such as water turning into ice. Even small individual actions in such situations can quickly develop into major traffic issues.

Katsuhiro Nishinari's previous research has already shown that food-seeking ants can maintain smooth movement even when their population density is very high. A recent follow-up study has uncovered they usually travel in groups of 3 to 20 individuals, moving at steady speeds with proper gaps between each other and never attempting to overtake. Their behavior depends on mutual collaboration rather than individual preferences.

This collective intelligence offers a lesson for human drivers today. One key takeaway is to avoid tailgating. Keeping a safe distance from the vehicle ahead helps absorb the shock waves caused by sudden braking in dense traffic — a simple practice that prioritizes the smooth flow of the whole over individual hurry. Of course, ants have the natural advantage of creating flexible paths, while cars are bound to fixed lanes. But the principle of maintaining proper spacing remains crucial for safety and efficiency on our roads.

Looking ahead, the real transformation may come from technology. As Katsuhiro Nishinari points out, "Unlike human drivers who often act independently, future self-driving cars could be designed to share real-time data and function as an integrated system." Inspired by ants, these vehicles can upgrade traffic flow as a cooperative system, potentially requiring updates to existing regulations to fully realize their benefits.

Her journey into medicine began with caring for others. "It started off with me wanting to help people understand themselves better," she once explained. She often noticed when someone looked unwell and felt driven to ask why. That quiet curiosity led her deeper into science, even when it was challenging, and eventually toward a life dedicated to healing others.

To Dr. Krishan, being a GP is "one of the most incredible jobs in the world". Every day, she meets people from different backgrounds and at different stages of life. With only ten minutes per patient, she must listen closely, read between the lines, and uncover the truth behind their symptoms, "It makes me feel a bit like a detective," she said. Patients may arrive with one problem or many, and finding the right answer brings a sense of excitement that never fades. She describes her role as being "a bit of a best friend to people".

Her newest book was shaped by a deeply personal loss. When she was a child, her grandfather died, and for years she worried she had missed signs that he was unwell. That experience stayed with her and formed a powerful belief: recognizing illness can be a life-saving skill, even for children. Through her book, she teaches young readers to recognize emergencies such as allergic reactions or heart attacks, and to take simple but vital steps — staying calm, calling 999, or placing someone in the recovery position. For Dr. Krishan, heroism begins with care, courage, and knowledge. "Children should know the basics of how to be a superhero in that moment," she added.

You can use the main A — Z of the dictionary to help you:

·Choose your words carefully. Many words in English have similar or related meanings, but they are used in different contexts or situations. Look carefully at the example sentences provided in the entries for words you want to use. If you need academic vocabulary, look for the AW symbol.

·Combine words naturally and effectively. In English, certain pairs of words go together and sound natural to native speakers (for example, heavy rain) — and others do not (strong rain). Information on which words can be paired with one another can be found in the example sentences in the dictionary entries.

·Become more flexible. Rather than repeating the same word or phrase many times in your work, try to find other ways to express your ideas. Look for SYN symbol to find synonyms (同义词) and also study the synonym notes. Look for word families and try using words in the same family that are different parts of speech (e.g. different, adjective and differ, verb).

·Edit and check your work. You can use your dictionary to check any problem areas such as spelling, parts of speech, irregular forms, grammar, phrasal verbs, and prepositions.

In the following sections you will find examples of essays and practical types of writing that you can use as models for your own work. You will also find advice on planning, organizing and writing each type of text.

Anthony was a fifth-grade student in the Albany Elementary School. Speaking frankly, he was not the brightest student, nor the most athletic in the school, But he had a real enthusiasm (热情) for learning and always approached his studies with strong curiosity. Every morning, he would greet the school day with a wide and genuine (真诚的) smile that brightened the entire classroom. His classmates couldn't help but be influenced by his optimistic attitude towards life, which helped him become very popular and also form many friendships at school.

One unexpected day, the teacher announced a surprise test. It was a subject that Anthony had struggled with. Meanwhile, he was not fully prepared. As the papers were distributed, Anthony's heart sank. He looked around, hoping for some inspiration, but all he saw were the anxious expressions of his classmates. The silence in the room was deafening, broken only by the occasional sound of turning papers.

As he began to write, Anthony realized that he knew only a fraction (小部分) of the answers. His mind raced, trying to recall anything that might help him, but in vain. Just then, a piece of paper flew across the room and landed on Anthony's desk.

注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Para. 1 It was a note from one of his friends, offering him the answers.

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Para. 2 With a deep breath, Anthony picked up the note and slowly tore it into pieces.

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1. 阐述你对这一现象的观点；2. 给出合理的使用建议。

注意：1. 词数80字左右；2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Dear Editor,

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Yours sincerely,

Li Hua

Consciousness is a concept that is extremely difficult to define. There have been many attempts: is it awareness, or awareness of that awareness, or self-awareness instead? But a useful working definition might be that it is any kind of subjective experience, ranging from how we perceive the external world to our inner thoughts and emotions. Because you can never be inside another living being's head, questions of consciousness are both hard to answer and open to bias (偏见).

Findings of experiments inspired a group of scientists in April to write The New York Declaration Animal Consciousness, which now has over 300 supporters. It states that there is "strong scientific support for conscious experience" in mammals and birds and "at least a realistic possibility of conscious experience" in fish and other species.

That animals have some form of inner life must surely be self-evident to many people who live or work with them, just as I would guess that most carers of newborn babies don't see these infant as senseless automatic machines. The experiences of people with thorough knowledge of either have historically, been viewed as subjective and biased, as emotional connection tends to influence logical reasoning. Our consciousness leads us to over-empathize with others we cannot truly know, the argument goes.

But, as the biologist Marc Bekoff wrote, if we humans have something, then other animals are likely to have it too. I personally feel that attempts to divorce emotion, feeling and experience from how we see animals can be as unscientific. For too long, we assumed that humans are unique and animals don't feel pain or emotions the way that we do, a convenient but cruel null hypothesis (无效假设), when we could have started from the position that perhaps they do instead.

While outdoor field studies can happen throughout the year we hope this month's "Growing Healthy Schools" theme inspires you to plan something special that will connect your students to the world around them.

Below are some recommendations on activities and projects:

Explore Your neighborhood

See the environmental features of the District's neighborhoods through the eyes of a landscape architect by going on a self-guided walking tour developed by the American Society of Landscape architects (ASLA).

Get Close to the Anacostia River

Take your students on the water by going on a field experience with Anacostia Watershed Society, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, or Living Classrooms. Want to stay on land? Try visiting Kingman Island or Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens to see amazing wildlife habitat along the river that runs through the District.

Discover Environmental exhibits at Museums

Here are some ideas of museum exhibits and programs on the National Mall that can integrate environmental themes: history of food, plants, Native Americans, natural history investigations, and satellite observations.

Gone Fishing

Want to see the fish, frogs, and turtles that call the District home? Take a tour of the Aquatic Resources Education Center, where you can also schedule a fishing activity for your students. For more information, contact Teresa Rodriguez by emailing Teresa.Rodriguez@ dc.gov.

If you would like assistance planning or carrying out any of these projects, please contact Grace Manubay, environmental officer at the Office of the State Superintendent of Education by emailing Grace.Manubay@dc.gov or visiting OSSE's website.

One windy Saturday, our blue-and-white cat, Bubble, who was not just a pet, but the best company, slipped through a carelessly opened window and disappeared. My husband, usually calm, now paced the living room like a trapped animal, his steps heavy with worry. My own heart beat painfully fast. But it was our ten-year-old daughter, May, whose pain was most visible. She sat at the dining table, tears streaming down her cheeks and dropping onto the polished wood with soft, steady taps.

While we adults rushed around, checking under beds, calling out with voices growing increasingly desperate — May did not move. Instead, she pulled a piece of paper close. Her left hand pressed down firmly, while her right hand guided the pen in quick, steady lines, as though writing could somehow bring Bubble back. Watching her, I felt a wave of guilt. My earlier thought — to simply buy another cat — now felt shallow.

After hours of searching, my husband dropped into a chair, defeated. He decided to ask for help in the neighborhood WeChat group. But as his fingers paused over the screen, they froze. "What exactly does he look like?" he murmured helplessly. He closed his eyes, trying hard to remember, but only managed to whisper, "Blue… and white. Mostly blue." Finally, he just sent a few old videos. From across the room, May watched him. Her cheeks turned red with a mix of affection and frustration. Silently, she folded her paper — once, twice, then twice more — until it became a small, thick square, which she placed deeply into her pocket like a secret promise.

Just as hope was fading, the doorbell rang. It was Mr. Chen from next door, a retired teacher with kind eyes, holding a dusty but unharmed Bubble gently in his arms.

May rushed forward, her tears now of pure joy, as she gathered Bubble close. The small cat rubbed its head against her cheek, making a soft, happy sound. Relief washed over us, warm and sweet. In that moment, the folded paper in her coat was forgotten.

注意：

(1) 续写词数应为150左右;

(2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Watching closely, I noticed Mr. Chen's trousers were marked with dirt.

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Later that evening, May finally took out the folded paper from her pocket.

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(1)表示欢迎；

(2)介绍活动安排。

注意：

(1)写作词数应为80左右；

(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Dear friends,

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Li Yongge is the third-generation inheritor of the 100-year-old Palace Museum's official ancient building(technique). In 1975, he entered the Palace Museum and became an apprentice (学徒)to second-generation master carpenter Zhao Chongmao.

Like many, Li initially saw it merely a job to support his family. Years flowed into decades, marked by countless repairs. When(ask) how many structures he'd restored, Li simply replied, "Uncountable".

In 2006, Taihe Dian, the Palace Museum's(grand) and highest-ranking structure, standing for over 300 years since the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, underwent its first major(restore). Li's team reproduced the authentic Kangxi-era "shanbei", experimenting tirelessly to copy the precise ratio of tung oil in the lime (石灰) mixture. Another critical task(be) restoring the exterior painted decoration. What defines "restoring the old as old"? Li noted, "Restore it(look) aged, or restore its original brilliance? Our principle remains unchanged: Protect original condition of the relic."

Before his master Zhao retired, he pressed a note into Li's hand, can be translated as "guard against pride with a single skill; resist the urge to skim the surface." Li(carry) these words in the past decades. Hopefully, these ancient treasures can be guarded with equal respect, their core faithfully passed on.

In the spring of 2017, the local mangroves were in a(n)2 state. They were choked with garbage, shellfish populations were declining due to illegal fishing, and the region faced3 from crimes and unregulated tourism. Four women4 around a shaky picnic table and decided to take action. They5 the decision-makers in the community, offering to clean up the mangroves in exchange for pay. Despite initial distrust, they were eventually given a6.

As more women joined, their efforts snowballed. They7 stones around the mangrove plantation to keep out dumping trucks, dug channels to restore water flow, and watchfully8 the shore against illegal fishing boats. Their hard work9: the mangroves gradually regained their vitality, the criminals left, and the area became litter-free.

With support from environmental organizations, they10 a cooperative and invested oyster (牡蛎) farming. Today, the cooperative is legally recognized, and its members earn a living wage,11 economic independence.

This12 journey has not only transformed the mangroves but also the women's lives. They've become more13, and their relationships with family members have improved. Once, some women needed their husbands'14 to leave home; now, they have a new-found sense of autonomy (自主权). Through their efforts, they've proven their guts and made significant15 to the community and the environment.

After a test, someone says: "That was terrible, I'm doomed." Sounds heavy, right? But if they say: "I didn't do well this time, but I can do better next time!"

After losing a basketball game, someone says: "We're useless." That drags everyone down. But if they say: "We lost this round, but we learned a new trick — next time we'll be stronger!"

Sometimes kids say: "I'm so dumb! I cannot make it! It's impossible!" If you say: "This is a new challenge for me," it becomes an opportunity to grow instead of an insult to yourself.

Little phrases like "I'm bored to death" or "This is a bummer" pack a punch. If you switch it to: "I'm kind of bored, maybe I should find something fun to do," doesn't that feel a lot lighter?

When others call your name, you hear it too. If it's super hard to read and people always feel nervous saying it, that feeling can affect you as well.

You don't need to be afraid of saying the wrong thing, and you don't need every word to be perfect. When you speak words of hope and encouragement, you attract more light. When you speak words of complaint or negativity, you might trap yourself in the shadows.

From now on, try using words that give you and others strength—like casting good spells with your voice.

A. Even your name has energy.

B. That turns the energy into motivation.

C. Suddenly, the team feels fired up again.

D. What matters is that words are like magic.

E. Your name can determine how others treat you.

F. But really, you just got stuck on a tough question.

G. Words can guide your actions more than you realize.

A striking report from Apple questions AI's reliability and potential. Researchers tested large reasoning models used in platforms like DeepSeek and Claude and large language models (the basis of ChatGPT). Both performed poorly in complex tasks, though language models did better in simple ones. Notably, reasoning models "reduced their effort" when tasks got too challenging, which the report called "particularly concerning".

Problems with these models aren't new. OpenAI claimed its o3 and o4-mini models were its "smartest," but researchers found o3 was wrong 51% of the time, and o4-mini 79%. Apple stopped its AI-powered news alerts after major mistakes, such as a false claim about tennis star Rafael Nadal and an early announcement of a darts championship winner. The BBC found 51% of AI answers on news had "significant issues", with 19% of those involving its content being factually wrong, and 13% of quotes from its stories altered or made up. A Chicago newspaper once published an AI-generated summer reading guide with non-existent books, and a Dublin Halloween parade advertised online was fake. Google's AI also gave odd suggestions like adding glue to pizza.

Experts like Dr. Niousha Shafibady note expecting AI to be a "magic wand" is wrong. AI fails in complex tasks due to algorithms' (算法的) essential characteristics — they may lose logical reasoning, miss data patterns, or waste resources on wrong solutions.

While companies say AI is improving, experts disagree. A survey by the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence found 60% of respondents don't think AI's accuracy and trustworthiness issues will be solved soon. Its president, Francesca Rossi, stressed the need to develop AI responsibly, ensuring it supports humanity and matches human values.

Initially, the theory, which first came out in 2005, was created to understand how kids grow up. But in 2022, Canadian scholars discovered it might also apply to older people. They investigated the lifestyle activities of more than 3,530 older adults, such as doing activities with grandchildren and playing card games, and then analyzed the influence of these activities on their cognitive (认知的) health, including whether their cognitive patterns changed.

The cognitive patterns of "dandelion" elders appear stable, which means that they tend to have better cognitive health, showing great adaptation and an ability to handle difficulties. Dandelion-type seniors usually possess strong social networks, engage positively with family members and the community, and always seek out the silver linings in life experiences. Embracing diverse hobbies or careers, they actively communicate with the world and realize their values. Their optimistic outlook allows them to find satisfaction and joy in life.

To the contrary, orchid-type seniors, who tend to have more dramatic changes in cognitive patterns, maintain minimal communication with the outside world and have limited social connections. While deeply passionate about one or two hobbies or careers, they tend to focus solely on these interests. Although they may do well in familiar environments, disadvantageous conditions lead them to overreact and struggle, as explained by the website China Science Communication.

Cheek uses his experience in launching Oceanworks and other businesses to design some of his courses at Massachusetts Institute of Technology — where he teaches entrepreneurship and leads the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship. He sees more and more students hoping to start mission-driven companies. "They want to create something that is in line with their beliefs — something that will have a societal impact," says Cheek. "Having something they care about a lot is so important, because the work is really, really hard."

One of the hard-won lessons Cheek passes on to students: The popular business saying "If you build it, they will come" is simply not true. "You have to go out and test the market," says Cheek, who recalls, in the early days of Oceanworks, going all-in on research and marketing. The work proved to investors that companies would purchase plastic from the marketplace that he and Ianelli had developed.

The sophomore, who has changed his focus from day-to-day operations at Oceanworks to full-time teaching, sees more students accepting entrepreneurship. One of his own programs, MIT Fuse, recently hosted its largest group of students, with 106 students working in 44 teams. "They want to, on day one, get into the details and start building the business," he says, applauding their initiative but noting a possibility to"jump over some of the fundamentals."