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Street corners show this well. Busy crossroads have their own social patterns: People waiting for traffic lights chat, say goodbye, or gather around vendor stalls (摊位). Sociologist William H. Whyte observed in The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces that even a single vendor can transform a corner into a mini-community, proving that small spaces can help build big relationships. These moments turn ordinary stops into opportunities for interaction.

Streets are the birthplace of relationships. Neighbors meet on connecting roads; coworkers bond over roadside drinks; strangers share short talks. These interactions build the urban social structure. As the lines between public and private spaces become less clear, streets become like extensions of home, where community takes shape naturally.

Urban experts emphasize the power of design. Jane Jacobs' "frequent streets" prioritize daily interactions, while Edward T. Hall's research shows seating arrangements affect social dynamics. A bench facing an open area or a sunny walkway encourages people to pause and interact. Thoughtful design — from shade structures to designs that are friendly to pedestrians (行人) — turns spaces into places for connection.

Despite their value, lively streets are rare due to challenges like noise, pollution, and safety worries. Planners must realize well-maintained streets should be places where people feel they belong, proving that life between buildings is the life of the city. So they should address these through comprehensive design: protecting spaces from bad elements, reducing traffic jams, and ensuring access for everyone. Taking care of them is also important, as well-designed spaces do well only when they are kept up.

I remembered standing in line at the Social Security Office with my mother. When we got to the front of the line, my mother looked at the form and started to ask the lady a question, "Excuse me, can I..." The lady cut her off and said, "Madam, take the form to the desk, fill it out, and come back. Next!" My mother and I walked to the desk, and she looked at the form. Tears started to well up in her eyes, and I asked, "Mom, what's wrong?" "Boy, I can't read or write," she answered. Then she hugged me and said, "You'll never know what it's like to be ignorant." At that time, as a child, I didn't know much about what she meant. All I know was I should do something to assist her.

Because my parents were illiterate (不识字的), they wanted to encourage my reading. They decided to buy me books with pretty pictures. When I was ten years old, I started to gather up a big collection of books. I was ready for the world with reading. However, because of a tight budget, there was little chance that I would go to college or get a scholarship. So I had to join the army. During my service, I would hear the army lawyers talk and noticed how someone could be found guilty or not guilty, with just a turn of a phrase. I started thinking, "When I get out of the army, I'm going to become a lawyer!"

I started attending night school. For seven years, I showed up at class whatever the situation. And two years after I retired from the army, I earned my bachelor's degree. Although I didn't become a lawyer, the journey did take me to a place where I could fight against ignorance in the classroom.

Tour Overview

Take a special adventure in Sri Lanka, exploring its rich biodiversity and conservation efforts. This tour offers a good view of iconic wild species with ocean exploration as well as amazing game drives and guided hikes.

Highlights

Yala National Park: Enjoy game drives in the morning and spot leopards, deer, and wild cows in the evening. Experience the thrill of witnessing these animals in their natural habitat.

Kanneliya Rainforest: Explore one of Southeast Asia's most diverse areas on a guided hike. Discover rare lorises (懒猴) and special birds.

Gal Oya National Park: Experience a boat on Gal Oya Lake and game drives to encounter elephants, crocodiles, and a variety of plant species.

Blue Whale Expedition: Join an expert marine biologist for a boat tour in search of the largest creature on the Earth, the blue whale. Admire the beauty of these gentle giants in their natural environment.

Rekawa Turtle Conservation Centre: Visit this well-known centre on the southern coastline, where you can gain insight into nesting turtles and conservation efforts.

Places to Live

Stay in a mix of 4-star hotels and tented camps, offering comfort in the natural surroundings.

Inclusions

Free bus and boat rides.

All hotel bills and meal expenses.

Expert guides and a marine biologist.

Entrance fees to national parks and conservation centres.

Exclusions

Travel insurance.

Personal expenses.

International flights.

Target Audience

Whether you are a first-time visitor or an experienced naturalist, this adventure allows you to observe a great many species on land, in the sky, and at sea.

Booking Information

To book this tour, please contact our travel agency by phone or via the address. Join us on this incredible journey! To know about the phone and address, click here.

Sam's birthday was coming, but his heart was filled with disappointment. Turning eleven was a big deal, and he had always celebrated it with a big party surrounded by his friends. However, this year was different. He had so much homework and his parents' business was not good, so Sam thought it not a good idea to have a birthday party.

One day after class, his best friend, Jim, asked, "Are you going to have a birthday party this year?"

"No," Sam answered sadly, "There's just too much going on and my parents are going through some difficulties."

He smiled weakly, trying to hide his disappointment, but Jim saw through his pretence(假装)easily. But Jim did not say anything. After the break, Sam saw Jim talking to one of their classmates, Sarah, secretly. Curious, Sam went over to them, but as soon as Jim saw him, he quickly walked away. Sam was surprised by Jim's strange actions and turned towards Sarah.

"What did he say?" Sam asked.

However, Sarah just said no and walked away with Jim, leaving Sam standing there, feeling left out and worried.

What is happening? Sam wondered worriedly. Are they keeping something from me?

As Sam's birthday came nearer, Sam often found Jim chatting softly with other classmates. Whenever Sam went over to them, they would just walk away or tell him that they were talking about a secret which Sam was not allowed to know. Jim had never kept secrets from me before, Sam thought. His heart fell. Why were his friends keeping away from him? And what were they hiding?

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。

On the day of Sam's birthday, he went to school and found his classroom in total darkness(漆黑).

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Tears came from Sam's eyes and there was a bright smile on his face

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1)学好英语，以便与外国人更好地交流；

2)多交一些朋友，友情会使她忘记孤独；

3)积极参加各种活动，发掘潜力，培养自信。

注意：1)词数80词左右。

2)可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Dear Mary,

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Yours,

Li Hua

In recent years, food has (obvious) become a new hot spot (热点) for Chinese cities to attract tourists. Following Zibo and Harbin, Tianshui, ancient city in Northwest China's Gansu Province, became the (hot) tourists destination of 2024 because of malatang, a local street dish.

Malatang, literally (字面上地) meaning "numbing (麻的), spicy, and hot" in Chinese, is a common street food that can (find) all over China, but its tastes differ depending the region (地区). In Tianshui, malatang is a mix of fresh (vegetable) and meat boiled in a hot, spicy chicken soup.

Tianshui went viral (走红) when a student (post) a seven-second video in February on her social media. In the video, she suggested (make) Gansu malatang a national dish. The video, quickly received millions of likes online, attracted food lovers to the city (experience) this local dish firsthand. Malatang also helps attract more visits to key attractions in Tianshui, such as Maijishan Grottoes and Fuxi Temple.

Yesterday when I was4 short videos on TikTok, suddenly a long and white nose5 its way between me and my phone.6 ,I put the phone down, took my glasses off and petted my dog. Soon we were hugging, and romping (嬉闹) around in the house. And I7 something too. There was a feeling in my heart: a wonderful mixture of love, laughter, and8. It was a9 that I hadn't gotten once during all that time I had spent on my phone.

It's strange how it took a dog to10 me of what is important. I11 to spend less time on my phone and more time doing the12 things in life like hugging my children, talking to my friends and even playing with my dog.13 is here to stay. But we shouldn't let it control us or our14. We should use it only when it15 us to do the important things like loving each other or making this world better.

· Practice active listening.. It also means understanding and responding (回应) thoughtfully. When someone speaks, focus on their message and pay close attention to it. Show that you are interested in the conversation by nodding, keeping eye contact, and asking questions. These make them feel valued.

· Show empathy. Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. When a friend or coworker expresses sadness or joy, don't offer help right away. Words like "I can see why you feel that way" can help create a more supportive environment.

· Communicate clearly. Clear communication is key to avoiding misunderstandings. Be clear and direct in your language. When discussing your thoughts or needs, express yourself honestly while also being considerate (体谅的) of others' feelings..

· Be respectful and considerate. Respect is important in any good relationship.. Show consideration for their time and personal space by being on time and mindful of their boundaries (边界). Small gestures, like thanking someone for their help or recognizing their contributions, go a long way in building positive relationships.

·. Shared interests can strengthen connections. Take time to discover common hobbies or experiences you may have with others. Joining in activities that you both enjoy can create lasting memories and deepen your relationship. It also allows you to start enjoyable conversations.

A. Find common ground

B. Always treat others with kindness

C. Instead, recognize their feelings first

D. Listening is more than just hearing words

E. Stay in touch with the people who share our happiness

F. This doesn't mean that we should say sorry to our friends

G. At the same time, encourage open dialogue by asking for opinions

When many students finish studying, they often go straight to another activity. Perhaps they look at their phone or computer. They might even play a video game or watch television. But research suggests that resting after your study may help you remember what you have studied.

The basic idea is this: by stopping your activity after the study, your brain gets a chance to rest. Resting is difficult when you are playing computer games.

While this might sound unusual to you, many studies have explored the benefits (好处) of resting after learning — what is called "wakeful rest".

A 2019 study found that both young and older adults were able to better remember information they learned after doing wakeful rest.

If you want to give "wakeful rest" a try, here are a few simple things to do. Rest quietly for five to ten minutes. Do not look at your phone, read stories or play games. It is really that easy!

Besides wakeful rest, sleep is also important for learning. The Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School(HMS)notes that sleep helps people to learn in two ways. A report on the school's website explains that "a sleep-deprived (睡眠被剥夺的) person cannot focus attention well and so cannot learn well". It also says, "Sleep itself helps us to memorize (记忆) and that memorizing is very important for learning new information."

The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) suggests that adults between the ages of 20 and 64 get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep per day. Teenagers may need a little bit more, and people over the age of 65 may need a little less.

Try to get some "wakeful rest" after a study. Then try to get a good night's sleep. That's it — a simple, no-cost way to help you remember what you learn.

Along with breakdancing, the Paris committee has asked for skateboarding, climbing and surfing to be included as a way of making the 2024 Olympics more urban (城市的), more artistic and more attractive to young people.

Skateboarding, climbing and surfing — but not breakdancing — have already been included in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. The IOC will make a decision on the Paris sports in December 2020, after the Tokyo Olympic Games.

"It is a victory for us. Even if it goes no further, we will still have won," said Mounir Biba, one of the top breakdancers in France, where there is a strong breakdancing culture. The head of the Paris organizing committee, Tony Estanguet, said the committee's goal was "to connect the games to their era (时代)."

Organizers explained the four sports havebroad attraction to young people and large and active audiences on social media (社交媒体). The IOC is trying to make the Olympics less expensive and wasteful, which is good for the four sports as they shouldn't need large and new stadiums.

For three years Katie received many treatments (治疗) in the hospital. And with the help of wonderful doctors and kind care-givers in Nemours Foundation, who Steve and his wife Michelle describe as heroes, Katie's illness was cured (治愈).

Forever changed by the experience and inspired (鼓舞) by the heroes who saved his daughter's life, Steve felt he couldn't go back to business as usual. He felt there was something else he was meant to do. He joined the Nemours Foundation as their lawyer. The job change came with a 65% paycut from what he was making, but Steve's purpose had found him and it was more important than a paycheck.

Fast forward 18 years, Katie is now a healthy 20-year-old junior in college and Steve is the Senior Vice-president of the Nemours Foundation where he brings Kati story and his purpose to work every day.

In 3 weeks Steve will celebrate Katie's 21st birthday, and give a big thank-you to Nemours by riding his bicycle from Nemours' headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida to Wilmington, Delaware. He will ride more than 900 miles in 9 days and raise $100,000 for the Nemours Foundation. His purpose hasn't just become a part of his work. It has become a part of himself and his family.

Atletico de Madrid

This camp once worked with Arsenal Football Club. It offers boys and girls aged 5-16 chances to train with one of the world's most successful soccer colleges. Two players from the camp will be chosen by coaches to play a game in Madrid in October. This year, this camp will be running for two weeks.

Abrons Art Center

The Abrons Art Center offers learning experiences in dance, music and theater to campers aged 5-13. Campers will take part in an exchange with professional artists and arts workers, who will explain the artistic process. Extended (延长的) day classes provide more chances for arts learning.

A Montessori Summer

A Montessori Summer is for children aged 3.5-14. Each week, the program provides the students with a day trip away from school. Usually, children can enjoy the trips to beaches, parks and wildlife preserves (保护区) and they also go mountain-climbing. Certainly, these activities make students' life more colorful.

92Y

The 92Y offers all kinds of experiences to every camper, from their outdoor day camps in beautiful Rockland County (县) (suitable for kids from 5-13 years of age) to their Preschool Day Camp for kids from 3-5 years of age. They also include more camps in the city for kids aged 3-18. From sports to language learning to adventure camps, every kid can pick whatever they like.

1．存在的问题：动物居住环境差、频繁表演等；

2．你的期望。

注意：

1．写作词数应为80左右；

2．请在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Dear Sir/ Madam,

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Yours,

Li Hua

Many traditional crafts have unfortunately due to the rise of industrialization and mass production.

She packed some extra snacks and water for the hike they needed refreshments along the way.

We weren't expecting her to attend the meeting, but she unexpectedly with great news.

As a responsible pet owner, you should your dog's dietary needs.

While reading the old book, I a fascinating article about ancient civilizations.

During the meeting, she frequently her notes to ensure all points were covered.

The children are the school trip to the science museum.