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1、It's very common to lose touch with someone you consider a friend. In a 2024 study, 90 percent of participants admitted they had let an old friendship go. Most further claimed that they were not sure whether their friend would actually like to hear from them again.
But that wasn't the only obstacle. In two follow-up studies, the research team identified a group of about 1,000 participants altogether who were in a good spot to reach out. They had someone in mind they thought would be glad to hear from them. They wished to reconnect as well and had contact information. Surprisingly, even after being prompted by the study, only a third of this group actually reached out.
Why might that be? One possibility is that the old friend felt like a stranger, and you aren't comfortable talking to strangers. When the team introduced an exercise that made people feel less shy about talking to a stranger, they also became more likely to reach out to the old friend.
There are many other possibilities. You might be shy in general. You might be busy and tired in your free time. You might be satisfied with your family life or feel you need to give your spouse or children more of your attention. Perhaps you are a little embarrassed by how your life has turned out. In any of those circumstances, why should you push yourself to make the effort?
Why reaching out to old friends is worth it. Most of us understand that strong relationships make us happier and healthier. You might think that one or two stable bonds are enough. However, research suggests that people with a bigger network tend to be happier, especially in later life.
It also helps to have a diverse network of people who live in different places, know you in different ways, or vary in age or interests. Although having a strong marriage or tie with a sibling is priceless, it's best to be able to turn to a range of people to fill different needs. A diversified friend group is like having a diversified group of mutual funds. When one goes down, the other might be going up.
If you're feeling excited about seeing your old camp buddies, reach out.
(1)、According to the passage, what was the surprising finding of the follow-up studies?A、People were too shy to talk to strangers. B、About 90% of people have let an old friendship go. C、Most people don't have their old friends' contact information. D、Only about 30% of the participants actually contacted their old friend.(2)、What does "spouse" in Paragraph 4 probably mean?A、A close old friend. B、A husband or wife. C、A parent or child. D、A teacher or classmate.(3)、What is the author's attitude towards reconnecting old friends?A、Supportive. B、Opposed. C、Neutral. D、Indifferent.(4)、What is the main idea of the passage?A、Family bonds are considered more important than friendships. B、Career achievements outweigh maintaining social connections. C、Reconnecting with past companions benefits personal well-being. D、People should avoid rebuilding former relationships intentionally. -
2、At 40, actor Hou Xiang still plays the role of child on screen. His body, frozen in time since age 9, stands at 1.3 meters tall with a childlike face — a result of premature birth complications that damaged his hormone (激素) system, as diagnosed by doctors. Tears flowed for his mother, but young Hou Xiang still believed that he'd catch up with peers someday.
Life is cruel. While classmates grew taller and taller, he remained small. At 15, friends towered over him; at 18, entering art school, he was mistaken by his roommates for a lost child looking for parents. He was forced to declare, "I'm a freshman too," with his voice carrying unspoken frustration. At 19, playing the role of "Huang Feihong" in the Home with Kids made him famous — a role that brought joy yet bittersweet awareness: directors valued him only for his "childlike" appearance, not his adulthood.
Life off-screen proved harder. Romantic expectations faltered (动摇) when his girlfriend's parents asked, "How old is this child?" Post-marriage, strangers said, "That's her son." While someone online laughed at their "mismatched" union, his wife's steadfast reply — "I love the person, not the appearance" — became his beacon. Hou Xiang states, "Being cast means I'm still useful."
Hou Xiang has proven through four decades that life has no fixed pattern. When he declares "I can" before the camera, and when his wife melts prejudice (偏见) with love, they both show us respect for difference. This mirror reflects how we should regard others' choices — not with a single standard, but with the understanding that each life writes its own answer.
(1)、What caused Hou Xiang to keep a childlike appearance even at the age of 40?A、A genetic disease from his parents. B、An accident during his childhood. C、A lack of nutrition when he was young. D、Birth complications damaging his hormone system.(2)、What mainly limited Hou's on-screen roles?A、His lack of professional training. B、His unique physical appearance. C、His preference for certain characters. D、His unwillingness to grow up.(3)、What challenge did Hou Xiang face in his real life?A、Strangers mistook him for his wife's son. B、His parents were strongly against his marriage. C、His wife regretted marrying him after a few years. D、He couldn't find a girlfriend because of his appearance.(4)、What message does Hou Xiang's story mainly convey?A、Blood is thicker than water. B、Actions speak louder than words. C、Don't put all eggs in one basket. D、Every living soul has its unique spark. -
3、The British coastline has a wild beauty in the colder months but still offers amazing wildlife, views and fresh air. Our guide looks at the best beaches from some counties in the UK to visit in the winter months.
Hauxley Bay, Northumberland
When freezing Scandinavian winds blow across the North Sea, Hauxley Beach can be bleak (荒凉的) indeed. Waves beat the sand, uncovering 8000-year-old remains of trees that grew well in the Doggerland forest that once linked Britain with Europe.
Robin Hood's Bay, Yorkshire
Robin Hood's Bay is a hidden bit of history, with its raw cliffs (悬崖), red-roofed cottages and unusual architecture. The beach itself is one of the UK's best spots for fossil (化石) hunting. Perfect to visit in winter, you can enjoy a walk along the cliffs or beach to take in the historical village and impressive views and end in one of the many cosy bars.
Embleton Bay, Northumberland
A beautiful long stretch of beach overlooked by the impressive ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle, Embleton Bay is a perfect winter beach. On a clear cold morning the ruins can be seen perfectly from the beach and the beach itself backs onto sand hills, famous for the flowers, grasses and birds.
Heysham, Lancashire
The village of Heysham has some wonderful views to enjoy this winter. The town backs directly onto the cliffs and beaches creating some different beautiful views. The famous graves in the ruins of St. Patrick's Chapel are also worth a visit and look particularly ghostly covered in a winter mist.
For more beach walks, you can click Guide to best places to coastal walks.
(1)、Which one would you like to choose if you prefer to have a drink?A、Hauxley Bay B、Robin Hood's Bay C、Embleton Bay D、Heysham(2)、What do Hauxley Bay and Embleton Bay have in common?A、They are in the same county. B、They are covered with colorful flowers. C、They are famous for red-roofed cottages. D、They are famous for the forests and grasslands.(3)、Where can you read the passage?A、Geography textbook. B、Travel magazine. C、Tourist website. D、Science report. -
4、假设你是李华，你校外教 David计划拍摄一段关于校园生活的短视频，为此征求你的建议，请你给他回一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 推荐1-2个可供拍摄的校园场景或活动；
2. 说明理由。
注意：
1. 词数80词左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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5、要是我们明天的野外考察遇到大雨，我们该怎么办呢？
we encounter heavy rain during our field trip tomorrow?
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6、我们必须在中午12点前办理酒店退房手续，所以咱们早点收拾行李吧！
We have to of the hotel before noon, so let's pack our bags early!
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7、我们的英语社团由15名学生和1名老师组成。
Our English club fifteen students and one teacher.
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8、青少年不应该沉迷于玩手机，这会影响他们的学习和视力。
Teenagers shouldn't playing mobile phones, as it will affect their study and eyesight.
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9、在给初中老师写了一封信后，我正期待着老师的回信。
After writing a letter to my junior high school teacher, I receiving a reply from him.
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10、The exam results were supposed to be released in this class, so all students (焦虑地) waited there. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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11、As a (负责任的) class monitor, Li Ming always helps his classmates solve problems in their studies. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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12、After months of detailed planning, we finally reached the final (目的地) of our adventure — an ancient village hidden in the valley. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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13、Most students (更喜欢) to study in the library because it's quieter than the classroom. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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14、After (毕业) from high school last year, Tom planned to study engineering in a famous university. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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15、The art club members are busy with the d of the school anniversary poster — they want to make it colorful and full of youthful energy. (根据首字母单词拼写)
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16、For most new high school students, getting used to the fast-paced study schedule is a big c, but it also helps them grow more independent. (根据首字母单词拼写)
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17、During the school's "Campus Discovery Day", our class e the newly built science lab and learned how to use some basic experimental tools. (根据首字母单词拼写)
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18、He felt f when he heard strange noises outside the window at midnight. (根据首字母单词拼写)
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19、Our English teacher has r several interesting storybooks to us, saying they can help improve our reading skills and vocabulary. (根据首字母单词拼写)
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20、阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A cute toy named Labubu is becoming a famous symbol of Chinese popular culture. Labubu has rabbit ears and a big grin. It is a collectable toy has won the hearts of many people around the world.
Although Labubu (be) on the market for a few years, its sales really saw a huge increase in 2025. Its Chinese maker, Pop Mart, reported that toys created $670 million in just the first half of 2025. Interestingly, about 40% of these toy sales were outside China., the doll's popularity caused some problems. In the UK, there were fights among people wanting to buy it. This situation led Pop Mart to stop selling the doll in its UK stores for a short time.
Besides toys, Chinese culture is (quick) expanding its global influence through video games. A great example is Black Myth: Wukong, a game (base) on the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, which sold 10 million (copy) within just three days of its release in 2024.
Many young people think that these cultural products are (excite) and full of new ideas. They are happy (see) Chinese stories reaching a wider audience. It is important step for Chinese culture to go global.