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 The Chinese Spring Festival (regard) as the most significant festival of the year among the Chinese. There are  number of things people usually do before the Chinese Spring Festival. One of these is cleaning the house for the Lunar New Year. Therefore, sweeping dust out of the house is a way of saying goodbye to the old things. important custom for families is to decorate their doors with red couplets. In the southern part of China, people will buy fresh flowers or orange trees (decorate) their homes. The (important) custom of the Chinese Spring Festival is the big family dinner on the eve of the Lunar New Year. This is usually a big reunion of grandparents, parents, and children. It reflects how important family is to Chinese people around the world. That is  millions of Chinese people travel long distances to get home before the eve of the Lunar New Year. (eat) fish is supposed to bring more wealth and prosperity than one needs, as the (pronounce) of "fish" in Chinese (yu) is also used for "surplus".

 Deeply (root) in the heart of the Chinese people, these (tradition) customs will be passed down generation by generation.

The weather is the most common topic in Britain.. Because in Britain the weather changes a lot. Wind, rain, sun, cloud, snow — they can all happen in Britain.

At banks, cinemas, shops, bus stops you can always see people in queues (排队). They stand and wait quietly, often for a long time. Each new person stands at the end of the queue — sometimes in rain, wind or snow. They never complain and they will get quite upset when someone jumps the queue.

Men always shake hands when they meet. They shook hands to show that they didn't have a sword (剑). Now shaking hands is a custom in most countries. In Britain you don't shake hands with your friends or family members. But you do shake hands when you meet a person for the first time.

And they always send birthday cards or presents. There are also other cards like Christmas cards, good luck cards, congratulations on your new baby cards and getting well soon cards. They have everything for every important moment.

British people are very superstitious (迷信的). They believe in all sorts of signs they see. For them black cats are lucky. The more leaves you catch, the more lucky you will be. On the contrary, never open an umbrella in the house and never break a mirror because they mean seven years of bad luck.

A. Another common thing in Britain is queuing.

B. Why do the British talk about the weather so often?

C. Hundreds of years ago, soldiers began this custom.

D. In autumn if you catch falling leaves you are lucky.

E. Shopping is another common topic in Britain.

F. They also pay attention to tiny details like your birthday.

G. Never walk under a ladder, and don't walk past somebody on the stairs.

Two teenagers from Hong Kong asked themselves the same question. Now they've developed a door handle that can kill germs on contact.

The idea is simple. Every time the door is opened, the movement creates power that starts a germ-killing reaction on the handle. In lab tests, their system killed about 99.8 percent of the germs that they spread onto lab dishes covered with their material.

Research by others has shown that door handles in public areas are often home to lots of bacteria and viruses, notes 17-year-old Sum Ming("Simon"）Wong. He and schoolmate Kin Pong ( Michael ) Li, 18, wanted to design a covering for door handles that would kill germs.

After doing some research, they learned that a mineral called titanium dioxide(二氧化钛）is known to kill bacteria. It's already used in many products, from paints to desserts. To make their covering, the teenagers made the mineral into a very fine powder.

Titanium dioxide kills bacteria best when lit by ultraviolet(紫外线的）light, says Simon. UV light is found in sunlight. But UV light does not naturally shine on indoor handles or any used at night, so the teenagers light their door handle from within.

To make sure the light reaches the coated surface, the teenagers made their door handle out of clear glass, Each end fits into a bracket (托架).Inside one of the brackets is a strong light-emitting diode(LED). From it comes UV light.

And here's the interesting part: The power that makes the UV light shine comes from opening and closing the door. The power from the door is then carried by wire to the LED inside the door handle.

The door handle system, Michael and Simon say, might cost no more than about $13 (about 81 yuan) to build.

This isn't a sign of malfunctioning though, researchers think, and may actually be evidence that the brain is operating healthily. Unusual heat signatures could potentially be used in the future to look for signs of brain damage or disorder.

"To me, the most surprising finding from our study is that the healthy human brain can reach temperatures that would be diagnosed as fever anywhere else in the body," says biologist John O'Neill from the Medical Research Council (MRC) Laboratory of Molecular Biology in the UK. "Such high temperatures have been measured in people with brain injuries in the past, but had been assumed to result from the injury."

Previously, those measurements taken from people with brain injuries had been the primary insight scientists had into brain temperatures which isn't the same as capturing the state of the brain during everyday life.

Here, the team used a technique called magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS)-measuring chemical patterns through magnetic fields to measure brain temperature in 40healthy volunteers, aged from 20 to 40 years old. What's more, they combined this information with data on circadian rhythms (生理节奏) and time of day.

The average brain temperature was38. 5℃ (101.3F) the researchers found, more than2degrees higher than under the tongue. The highest brain temperature recorded was40. 9℃(105. 6℃). Daily variations averaged around1℃(1.8F), with the outer parts of the brain generally cooler.

"We found that brain temperature drops at night before you go to sleep and rises during the day, "says O'Neill. "There is good reason to believe this daily variation is associated with long-term brain health—something we hope to investigate next."

There's something else that's always been in her life: a type of skin lupus (狼疮) . "All of my life, I tried to find ways to make it better," Guarddon said. "And that led to my trying to help others feel better about their skin." The attempt took her to the U.S. in 1994, where she studied science and piano. And then she began a career in skin care. " To me, skin is a form of art," she said. " I love making women feel beautiful."

" I wanted to create something of my own," Guarddon said. " I wanted to realize my dream." Her dream? Combining all of her passions into one.

The result is Poet's Garden Apothecary, Guarddon's own skin care line and the online business: Poet's Garden Alchemist. Guarddon teamed up with a laboratory to create her line of products, which she called "skin poetry". The products, made for every skin type, include an oil face cleanser, day cream and night cream. With each purchase, customers receive a custom poem from one of the company's contributors. And some earnings from the business go to the Poetry Foundation.

In the first few months of running business, Guarddon said, Poet's Garden Alchemist is turning into an online poet's movement. She often hosts live poetry readings on Instagram. " To me, skin care and poetry go together," she says. " I'm trying to show that beauty is not just skin deep. It's about our voice and how we express it."

Opera at Music Hall: 1243 Elm Street. The season runs June through August, with additional performances in March and September. The Opera honors Enjoy the Arts membership discounts. Phone: 241-2742.

http://www.cityopera.com.

Chamber Orchestra: The Orchestra plays at Memorial Hall at 1406 Elm Street, which offers several concerts from March through June. Call 723-1182 for more information.

http://www.chamberorch.com.

Symphony Orchestra: At Music Hall and Riverbend. For ticket sales, call 381-3300. Regular season runs September through May at Music Hall in summer at Riverbend.

http://www.symphony.org/home.asp.

College Conservatory of Music (CCM): Performances are on the main campus(校园) of the university, usually at Patricia Cobbett Theater. CCM organizes a variety of events, including performances by the well-known LaSalle Quartet, CCM's Philharmonic Orchestra, and various groups of musicians presenting Baroque through modern music. Students with I.D. cards can attend the events for free. A free schedule of events for each term is available by calling the box office at 556-4183.

http://www.ccm.uc.edu/events/calendar.

Riverbend Music Theater: 6295 Kellogg Ave. Large outdoor theater with the closest seats under cover (price difference).Big name shows all summer long! Phone:232-6220.

http://www.riverbendmusic.com.

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Recently, local citizens have held a heated debate on whether we should explore the cultural relic from the Sui and Tang Dynasties, which was discovered in our city.

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Last week, a strong storm the small village of Greenfield. It felt the world was shaking, and many homes were destroyed. People were worried, but they tried to remain so they could think clearly and decide what to do next.

The of the storm could be seen everywhere. Trees were lying on the roads, buildings were damaged, and people needed help quickly. Despite everything, they worked hard to keep a attitude and encourage one another during the difficult time.

The teams arrived to help people who were trapped in their houses. Everyone made a great to solve the problems together. Food, water, and other supplies were to those in need.

In the end, most people survived the storm because everyone worked together and each other. This showed that life is hard, people can achieve a lot by working as a team.

In different cultures, people have different ideas about friendship, and these ideas can sometimes lead to misunderstandings.

In the United States, friendship is often activity-based. Shared experiences, from playing sports to watching movies, are a fundamental (基本的) reason people become friends. We have noticed that they seem to have many friends belong to different social circles. Making friends is rather quick and easy for Americans, and the word "friend" is used quite (wide).

However, in many Eastern cultures, such as China and Korea, building a true friendship (take) more time and effort. Friendship is based on deep emotional bonds (纽带，联系) andstrong sense of duty. Once you become close friends, you are almost like family. Friends (expect) to help each other in times of need, which is very important in Eastern cultures.

Another key distinction (区别) lies in communication. In "direct" cultures, honesty is highly valued and considered a characteristic (特点) of true friendship, even if the truth is (comfortable) . In "indirect" cultures, friends often try to avoid direct disagreement to keep good friendship. They believe that a true friend should understand their feelings saying everything.

So, if you ever have a chance (make) friends with someone from another culture, remember that there is no single "right" way. Being aware of these (different) is the first step towards building a strong cross-cultural friendship.

During one rescue, Asmu watched the Chinese and Turkish teams work together really well. They6 tools and knowledge, using professional kits to7 for people trapped in the ruins. "It was amazing to see how they talked and worked together," Asmu said. "Everyone8 each other, even though they didn't speak the same language."

One time, they saved a pregnant (怀孕的) woman from a broken building. She was very sick, but the9 actions of the rescue team saved her life within an hour. Asmu was there, helping with the10 of the sick and injured, and he saw the woman's face11 with happiness when she was sent to a safe area.

This teamwork between countries not only saved many lives but also brought a12 connection between people. Asmu was13 by the unity and kindness of the rescue workers. "It made me see that when bad things happen, the14 of working together and being kind during15 times can make a great difference," he said.

In public speaking, body language can make or break your presentation. Confident body language, like standing tall, helps you establish trust and connection with your audience. When used correctly, body language becomes a powerful tool for strengthening interaction. So explore key techniques to improve your nonverbal communication skills in public speaking.

Practice in front of a mirror.

One of the most effective ways to improve body language is through self-observation. Practicing in front of a mirror allows you to observe your poses, facial expressions, and gestures in real time..

Match body language with your speech for impact.

Effective communication happens when your verbal messages perfectly match your nonverbal delivery. When you're delivering a message of enthusiasm, your facial expressions and gestures should reveal that energy. Similarly, calm body language helps project reliability when you're speaking about a serious topic. This is crucial in building trust with your audience.

Pausing (停顿) at the right moment while speaking helps you manage your pace and avoid unnecessary words like "um" or "ah", and can also strengthen your body language. For example, a pause before delivering a key point allows your facial expressions and gestures to attach significance to the message. It gives you time to make meaningful eye contact with your audience and allows them to process your words.

Employ open gestures.

However, unnecessary or uncontrolled movements may cause distractions from your message. The key is to try to use open, purposeful gestures that feel natural and match your words. Open gestures, like uncrossed arms, palms up, and broad hand movements, signal openness, confidence, and warmth, helping your audience feel more comfortable.

A. Focus on intentional movements.

B. Make use of strategic short silence.

C. You can use hand gestures to illustrate progress.

D. Your body language should strengthen your speech.

E. This makes you more aware of your body language patterns.

F. Gestures do support communication by adding emphasis and clarity.

G. By contrast, nervous habits like avoiding eye contact can distract listeners.

Chinese dragons most resemble snakes, and have four claws and no wings. They often have features of other animals, including carp, tigers, and eagles. In contrast, Western dragons look like huge lizards with big claws and large bat-like wings, and are often shown with spines or rough scales.

In traditional Chinese culture, a dragon is a symbol of luck, power and high status. They can cause weather changes and bring rainfall to the fields to ensure rich harvests. They are considered divine creatures, which hold an important position as the head of the four spirits. Therefore, to symbolize their power, ancient Chinese emperors decorated their clothes with dragon patterns. These clothes are known as dragon robes. Many Chinese view the dragon as a national symbol, proudly referring to themselves as "descendants of the dragon". In the west, however, a dragon symbolizes an evil creature that spreads violence and terror throughout the land. They are believed to be transformed by the devil, with the ability to breathe fire or spit poison. Many western tales show dragons being defeated and killed to protect people from danger.

Today, dragons continue to evolve, exceeding traditional boundaries and finding new significance in global culture. They are no longer associated with evil or good, but rather as complex characters with their own unique personalities and motivations. For example, Toothless from How to Train Your Dragon begins as a dangerous dragon but evolves into a misunderstood being with love and compassion. This challenges the idea of dragons as naturally evil, presenting them as complex beings with emotions and motivations.