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Dear David, 

Yours,

Li Hua

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Yesterday afternoon I went to a local park. It happened that I saw a touched event. At that time, some people were boating on the lake, among them was a happy family of three. They were taking photos while suddenly the daughter fell off the boat into the water. She was struggling and parents cried out, "Help! Help!" It was obvious that they could not swim at all. From nearby a young man immediate rushed to the lake. With his clothes still off, he jumped into the water and quickly swims towards the girl. Carrying to the lake side, she was saved at last! They were so happy with tear in their eyes! Before they could thank for the young man, he had disappeared!

Crops like rice, vegetables and corn may yield up to four times higher productivity when grown in urban environment instead of rural areas, according to a recent study.

So far it (think) that 15-20 percent of the world's food is cultivated in urban settings. However, a lot more data is needed (figure) out whether expanding cities can support their own food needs. With urban living becoming increasingly common worldwide, researchers aimed to investigate possibilities of urban agriculture as a way to improve the food supply.

  there is no clear winner in terms of the most suitable urban growing method for crop cultivation, the study finds that certain types of crops can be suited to specific urban growing methods. For example, hydroponic (水培的) environments prove more suitable for watery fruits and leafy greens. Crops like lettuces and broccoli may be  (natural) suited to being grown vertically.

The cost-effectiveness of urban farming is something  remains uncertain at this moment. The cost of running climate-controlled environment for growing food and the cost of employing any staff  (require) in urban farming are both factors to consider.

The development of urban agriculture could be (benefit) in many different ways—from being better equipped to survive the next pandemic to (reduce) the environmental cost of food production.

Further research could look at how easily certain urban farming  (technique) could be extended. While there are still lots of things to explore, we consider it a solid foundation to get from.

British Marathon runner Luke Greenfield-Shaw realized his dream of cycling from Bristol to Beijing. When he was 24, he felt a 1  ache in his left shoulder and was 2  with cancer, a very rare and 3 sarcoma (肿瘤). Born in a loving and supportive family, the young athlete 4  picked himself up and found the strength to continue his adventures. Luke accepted the painful5  and was determined to live to the fullest while 6  chemotherapy (化疗). Halfway through the chemotherapy, he 7  the Bristol Half-Marathon in one hour 20 minutes and 8 seconds, and he 8  his eyes farther away.

He 9 a cycling campaign from Bristol England and all the way to Beijing China to raise the 10  about cancer. The 11  was round 30,000 kilometers and across approximately 30 countries and regions through all kinds of landscape and weather, from snowfield to grassland, attracting over 12  . During this journey, cancer patients from other countries 13  him, telling the world that they can live with the 14 . It was a school of hard knocks, but Luke has learned to live for today and let the 15  take care of itself. At that time, the dream remained 16  due to COVID-19, a pandemic that trapped everyone at home. But this year with no17  on travelling, Luke could finally continue his schedule. Before, China was the endpoint and the destination. Now, China has become his real focus of the trip.

Landing in China, Luke found it was not the destination but the 18 through life that mattered. What Luke was really hoping to do was something a bit different, and 19  as many people as he can to 20  life.

If you're looking for a fun way to see the country, traveling in a motor home (房车) is an excellent way to go. Driving a motor home is different from driving most other vehicles and being aware of those differences can make your journey safer and more enjoyable. Keep these preparations in mind before you head off.

The first thing is to check your vehicle. No matter what kind of vehicle you're driving, you need to make sure it is roadworthy before you pull out of your driveway. Once it gets a clean bill of health, you can pack it up and hit the road with confidence.

Chances are you won't have a lot of problems driving a motor home on the highway but navigating smaller streets can be different and a real challenge in such a large vehicle. Put in plenty of driving practice before you leave home and learn how to use all of your mirrors to determine your position and reverse (使倒转) the vehicle safely.

A reversing camera might help along the way. If your motor home doesn't already have one, consider installing a reversing camera. And if you're traveling with passengers, you can always ask them to check behind the vehicle before you reverse.

Consider forming a driving group. Chances are you'll meet other motor home drivers on your road trip, particularly if you're traveling down a popular road trip route. If you're all going the same way, consider teaming up with the drivers you meet at campgrounds, local attractions and restaurants, and forming a motor home group. Traveling with other drivers is fun, and it can also improve safety:

A. Practice is needed before you hit the road.

B. You should also know how to handle difference when driving.

C. A large team of motor homes will be easier for other drivers to spot.

D. You gain a sense of belonging to a road community while enjoying your trip.

E. In a sense, you get to take your house with you, and you can stop anywhere you want.

F. With this handy tool, you will find it a lot easier to pull into those tight parking spaces.

G. Whether it's your own motor home or you are just renting one, don't forget a pre-trip full check.

A colorful colony of photosynthetic (光合的) cyanobacteria, known as blue-green algae (海藻) , have successfully powered a computer microprocessor for more than six months, according to a study published in the Journal Energy & Environmental Science.

During a pandemic lockdown, the algae-computer system was placed in the window of biochemist Paolo Bombelli's home. What he saw next really blew his mind: it sat there from February to August 2021, and all the while it was working. And even after the microprocessor has been disconnected, the cyanobacteria device continues to produce current. "Given the right conditions of light, temperature and water, I cannot predict when it will stop," said Bombelli.

Cyanobacteria harvest energy from sunlight and make it into food for themselves. For this study, the researchers put the power-providing microorganisms into a plastic and steel enclosure, about the size of an AA battery, along with an aluminum anode (铝正极) . Throughout the experiment, the connected microprocessor was programmed to do a bunch of calculations, and then check its own work. It did this in a 45-minute period, followed by 15 minutes of standby, continuously for months with the cyanobacteria unit as its only power source.

Even though the algae rely on a light source to feed, the bio-system continued to produce enough power to run the microprocessor in the dark. The scientists basically put down this phenomenon. to leftovers. When there was light, the cyanobacteria cooked up an over-abundance (过剩) of food, and when it was dark the microorganisms kept chewing on the extras.

According to Chris Howe, senior author of the study, the results suggest that the little bio-based battery substitute could serve as a way to power small electronics without rare earth elements, which are in short supply and under growing demand. Plus, the system could also help bridge the electricity divide, providing another power supply for people in rural areas or low-income countries.

Though the experiment's results are promising, it's important to keep in mind that the computer processor tested uses very little energy requiring only 0.3 microwatts to run. More research is needed to know exactly how much the tiny AA battery-sized device could scale up. Howe said, "Putting one on your roof isn't going to provide the power supply for your house at this stage."

Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World is one of the most important books about climate change to have been written. Hayhoe is a gifted public speaker and Saving Us is a follow-up to her awesome TED talk in 2018, "The most important thing you can do to fight climate change: talk about it."

One of the many refreshing aspects of this book is that Hayhoe recounts both her successes and her failures to communicate, through which she has gathered evidence about what works and what does not. Much of the book's advice is common sense, all backed up not just by Hayhoe's experience but also with convincing research by psychologists and social scientists.

Hayhoe advises against trying to engage with a small minority, the "Dismissives", who "angrily reject the idea that human-caused climate change is a threat; they are most receptive to misinformation and conspiracy theories (阴谋论)". There is a warning that offering up more facts about climate change can actually increase polarisation (两极化) among them.

The book includes amusing examples of her encounters with the "Dismissives", almost entirely older men—including an engineer who was unconvinced about the evidence but with whom she was able to establish mutual (相互的) respect through a shared passion for knitting (打毛线衣) —and is packed with inspiring accounts of how she has won over even the most suspicious of crowds. Her motto is "bond, connect and inspire", which represents her approach of always looking for points of commonality.

She also tells of a man who approached her after an event in London in 2019. He had been so inspired by her TED talk that he had started to speak to everybody he could in his neighborhood of Wandsworth. He showed her details of 12, 000 conversations that had taken place as a result, claiming that they had helped to convince the government to declare a climate emergency and to switch investments from fossil fuels to renewable energy. 

And so, while it may feel difficult to influence the outcome of the COP26, Hayhoe's uplifting book makes a persuasive case that we can all do our bit to bring about success just by talking about the issue.

Eduardo reached into his backpack, searching for his cell phone. He was scared of having to spend the spring break at Aunt Letty's farm. Although he had protested, his parents decided that spending time on the farm would be a great experience for him. They grew up on a farm and believed that responsibility, hard work, and respect for the land were valuable lessons.

"So have you ever ridden a horse?" Aunt Letty asked, trying to turn his attention away from his phone. "Hmmm, no," he answered. "Well, we've got a nice calm horse I think you'll like. Hercules sounds like a beast, but he's basically a gentle giant — big, but kindhearted!" she said, smiling. Eduardo glanced at his aunt, annoyed that he was expected to work. He tried to text a friend but there was no cell reception.

The next few days were busy. The crow of the roosters woke them up, and they had breakfast before dawn. Then they went out to the barn to get the feed while the animals waited to be fed. The afternoons were filled with transporting hay, cleanup, and caring for the animals. At dusk, when the farm was finally quiet, Aunt Letty stretched her arms out and inhaled (吸气), "Just take a deep breath of that sweet country air!" Eduardo, exhausted from his chores, was unable to appreciate his work.

On the third day, without warning, Aunt Letty announced, "It's time to meet Hercules." She led Eduardo into the stables. Aunt Letty was right. Hercules was remarkable!

Aunt Letty held her hand open for Eduardo to take. Reluctantly, he let her guide his hand toward Hercules and allowed the magnificent creature to sniff his palm. Softly, Hercules rubbed its nose and mouth against him.

"It feels like velvet (天鹅绒)!" Eduardo beamed. An hour later, Eduardo was scratching Hercules on his neck and offering him carrots.

That night, as they headed toward the house, Eduardo was inspired. His arms spreading wide, he inhaled and said, "Take a breath of that sweet country air!"

A number of events are going on at the Cooperage Project, located at 1030 Main Street in Honesdale. Enjoy!

The Cooperage Maker Fair

The Cooperage Maker Fair will be held from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Friday, June 12 on the grounds of the City Museum. The Maker Fair is a place where people show what they are making—a showcase for invention and creativity, and share what they are learning. Anyone interested in presenting their projects, hobbies and experiments should apply to take part at www.cooperagemakerfair.com.

Such Sweet Thunder

At 7:00 pm on Wednesday, June 17, there will be a film screening of comedy Twelfth Night as part of the Such Sweet Thunder: Shakespeare's Plays on Film Series. Dr. Robert Dugan will introduce the play with a brief background. Admission is free, but due to limited seating, booking is required at www.suchsweetthunder.com.

Sounds Like Teen Spirit

On Thursday, June 24, there will be an event called Sounds Like Teen Spirit from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Sounds Like Teen Spirit is designed to provide an opportunity to showcase the talent of our community's youth. School-aged students are encouraged to share their performing art on stage at the Cooperage Project!

Great Brazilian Music Tour

On Saturday, June 27, a fantastic opportunity is ready for you to listen to some great Brazilian music by the musical group Minas. It is from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm, and doors open at 2:00 pm. We encourage children and their families to come to learn all about the rhythm, excitement and sound of Brazilian music. The two-hour performance is sure to be fun for the whole family. The admission charge is $5 for each person, and all the money will go to the local food bank. You can also give away old clothes and money at the entrance.

The Columbian Exchange,  (name) so in 1972 by professor Alfred Crosby in the University of Texas at Austin, was the exchange of crops, animals, ideas and foods between the New World (the Americas) and the Old World (Europe, Africa and Asia) following the journeys of explorers, conquerors and traders. When  (return) to the Old World, they took plants  are native to the Americas such as com, potatoes, tomatoes, chili peppers and tobacco (烟草), along with valuable gems (宝石) and minerals. Explorers and traders in turn  (bring) to the New World apples, bananas, grapes, cattle, chicken and garlic.

The exchange of these foods and animals had a(n) (power) impact on the eating patterns of peoples around the world. Elizabeth Lambert Ortiz wrote in her book The Food of Spain and Portugal, " cannot be stressed too strongly that the importing of foods by Spain and Portugal from the Americas was most significant (develop) in cuisine in the 16th and 17th centuries." The impact wasn't just felt in Spain, Portugal and other European (country). The New World foods also traveled with traders to Asia, (actual) making the impacts truly global.

A Texas mother is helping children around the world learn a new language through her bilingual (双语的) teddy bear line. Dr. Tameka Maiden says she was trying to teach her then-1-year-old daughter, Tori, the colors when she 1  the idea for Cubby Love Bears, a line of colorful teddy bears that recite (诵读) letters, words, and numbers in English and Spanish.

"I 2 my daughter to have more exposure in the world than just English," Maiden, 38, explains. "Most kids don't learn a second 3 until they're in high school, so I was like, ‘How about I start them 4 and that way, they'll have a foundation (基础) and by the time they get 5 , it's something that they'll already have and they can expand on?"

Now 7 years old, Tori, along with hundreds of other 6 around the world, have 7 how to recite colors, letters and numbers in English and Spanish, 8 Maiden's brand.

"My 9 was to make the children be impactful in the world," Maiden says. "I know that the most impactful 10 that a child can have is communication."

11 Maiden thought up the idea in 2016, it wasn't until 2021 that her product line was officially launched.

"It took a while because I was 12 ," she admits. "When you create something, you never 13 if people will be receptive (乐于接受的) to it or not…my daughter 14 me to jump and go for it."

She 15 developed four different bears. "Babies are being born every second and communication is the key to everything," adds Maiden.

Overcoming Fear of Failure

Have you ever been so afraid of failing at something that you decided not to try at all? Or has fear of failure meant that, subconsciously, you undermined (削弱) your own efforts to avoid the possibility of a larger failure? It's important to realize that in everything we do, there's always a chance that we'll fail. Facing that chance and embracing it give us a more rewarding life. Here are a few ways to reduce the fear of failing.

Analyze all potential outcomes.  Remove that fear by considering all of the potential outcomes of your decision. You can map possible outcomes visually.

Set small goals. Imagining how life will be after you've reached your goal is a great motivator to keep you moving forward. So start by setting a few small goals. Don't focus on the end picture. Just focus on the next step. Taking one small step at a time will help build your confidence, keep you moving towards your final goal.

Learn to think more positively. Every coin has two sides.  Learn to change your thoughts and focus more on the bright side of the situation, making you like yourself. Positive thinking is an incredibly powerful way to build self-confidence.

 In some cases, the toughest situation may be genuinely disastrous (灾难性的) and it may be perfectly reasonable to fear failure. In other cases, however, this worst case may actually not be that bad, and recognizing this can help.

A. Look at the worse-case situation.

B. It is up to you to decide which one to look at.

C. Failing at something can help you discover your truest friends.

D. Many of us have probably experienced this at one time or another.

E. If you are afraid of failure, you might be uncomfortable setting goals.

F. These should be goals that are slightly, but not overwhelmingly, challenging.

G. Many people experience fear of failure because they fear the unknown.

It was a hot day in the middle of July. I decided to walk to the neighborhood store where it sold my favorite thing, ice cream. I pulled a friend towards the ice cream store, almost passing out from the burning sun on the way.

As we walked on, my friend kept saying that it was too hot. She thought that she was stupid to decide to come with me to buy ice cream. I felt sorry and tried to encourage her. "We're almost there. Just think of the cool and sweet taste of ice cream in your mouth. It'll be worth the walk," I told her. But I had to admit that the store was quite a distance from our houses. During the journey, my mouth began to become dry and I wanted to drink.

When we were about a block away from the store, I noticed an old lady who was walking in our direction. She was about 70 years old. She had a big back problem, so she was unable to keep her back straight. She was struggling, pushing a shopping cart full of things like the soap, bread and water. With each step toward her, we began to see her appearance more clearly. It appeared that she was often unhappy and easy to get angry.

I looked at my friend to see if she had noticed her. I could see that she had and that she disliked the old lady due to the lady's appearance. As we approached the lady pushing the shopping cart, my friend directed me away from the old lady and the cart.

I began to observe other passers-by They were also trying to avoid her. Suddenly I heard a terrible sound behind me. I quickly turned around to see what it was. I found the lady's cart had been knocked over by something on the ground.

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Things in the shopping cart like the soap all dropped on the ground.

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Then my friend continued walking on while I went to the lady.

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A Beautiful Place in China

Do you know the place Jinli? It's a street (lie) in Chengdu, Sichuan. The street has a long history and is rich traditional Chinese culture.

The street is about 550 meters long. You can see some ancient-style (building) along the well-known street. Years ago, Jinli (view) as the "National Top Ten City Commercial Pedestrian Street (商业步行街)". Each year, a large number of travelers come to the street to enjoy (they), especially during the Spring Festival.

There are many restaurants special snacks are offered. In this street, you'll be attracted by local snacks, which will make your mouth water. One well-known local snack is San Da Pao, which is made of rice, brown sugar, and so on. Some other (equal) attractive local snacks provided in Jinli include boiled dumplings. All of them are delicious and are waiting for you (taste).

In addition to the delicious snacks, there are many other  (impress) attractions in Jinli. If you have time, pay visit to this street and have fun.

In the Northern Wei Dynasty, there1  a young girl named Mulan. Guided by her father, Mulan learnt horse riding and fighting, which was so 2  because at that time only3  were taught to fight and ride but not girls. 

On a winter morning, the army was again recruiting(征募)new 4 because the whole country was at war all year around. Mulan's father was already in a poor condition, and she had no 5 brother to be sent into the army. Besides, her little brother was too young to be suitable. Since no other men in her family could be chosen from, Mulan had a brave idea that she would 6 like a boy and go to the army 7 her father. She 8 her long hair, removed her makeup and got on the horse, leaving 9 the front line on her own.

During the next 12 years, Mulan managed to keep her identity(身份) a(n) 10  with double efforts, pretending to be a man. She had done so much challenging work that she was 11 by her partners. After the war, Mulan went back as a hero. The12  wanted to give her lots of money and a medal, but she 13 . After Mulan put on her beautiful dress again and changed her hairstyle, other soldiers 14  for the first time that Mulan, who had experienced such hardship for 12 years, was a FEMALE. 

The story has a special meaning in the Chinese society, which shows that females, if they are determined,can also do15  things as males.

The Qingming Festival is usually celebrated with a three-day national holiday, whose name originates (起源) from the saying "Plants start to revive (复活) and prosper at Qingming in a clean and bright way." Thus, the festival is called Qingming, which means "clean and bright". Tomb sweeping is aimed at commemorating family ancestors, while going on a spring outing allows everyone the chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery and enjoy the season.

Traditional customs

Tomb sweeping. On this day, the whole family gathers in front of their ancestral tombs. They offer fruit and wine to their ancestors and clear the weeds from around the tomb. Finally, they kowtow and pray, hoping for their ancestors' blessing for the rest of the year.

Spring outings. The time around the Qingming Festival is one of the most suitable seasons for a spring outing, as plants are thriving and flowers are blooming. People can have a great time outdoors with their friends and family. 

Traditional food

Qingtuan is a green rice ball tiny enough to fit into your hand.  It is a mixture of sticky rice powder and green vegetable juice. Stuffed (装满) with sweetened bean paste, Qingtuan tastes sweet with the fresh fragrance of Aicao, a green spring vegetable. In celebration of Qingming, people from Shaanxi make steamed buns known as Huamo, which are made into different shapes.  Some are for peaceful family life, while others represent (象征) the wish for health.

A. Each different look brings a good blessing.

B. The tradition of tomb sweeping originates from the Qin Dynasty.

C. The two main activities over the festival include tomb sweeping and going on a spring outing.

D. Family members gather together to celebrate and taste the food.

E. Playing football and flying kites are popular activities.

F. Many traditional customs are practiced to show respect for our ancestors.

G. It is popular in Jiangnan.

A nickname is a shortened form of a person's name. A nickname can also be a descriptive name for a person, place or thing. Many American cities have nicknames. These can help establish an identity, spread pride among citizens and build unity. Nicknames can also be funny.

Los Angeles, California is the second largest city in population, after New York City. Los Angeles has several nicknames. One is simply the city's initials, L.A. It is also called the City of Angels because Los Angeles means "the angels" in Spanish.

Los Angeles often has warm, sunny weather. So another nickname is City of Flowers and Sunshine. New York is called The Big Apple. So Los Angeles is sometimes called The Big Orange because of the fruit that grows in that city's warm climate.

The American motion picture and television industries are based in Los Angeles. So it is not surprising that it is called The Entertainment Capital of the World. Many films are made in the area of Los Angeles called Hollywood. Millions of people visit the area. No trip to Los Angeles is complete without seeing the word "Hollywood" spelled out in huge letters on a hillside.

Many movie stars live in Los Angeles. The city is sometimes called Tinseltown. This nickname comes from the shiny, bright and often unreal nature of Hollywood and the movie industry.

Another nickname for Los Angeles is La-La Land, using the first letters of Los and Angeles. This means a place that is fun and not serious, and maybe even out of touch with reality.

The city of Los Angeles is part of Los Angeles County. There are many smaller cities in the county. Beverly Hills, with its rich people, is one of them. So is Pasadena, with its Rose Parade each New Year's Day. So are the coastal cities of Santa Monica and Malibu, where people like to ride surfboards on the Pacific Ocean waves.

A good place for watching unusual-looking people is Venice, an area on the west side of Los Angeles. A system of waterways designed after the Italian city of Venice has been built there.

Many people love Los Angeles for its warm sunny weather, beautiful mountains and beaches, and movie stars. That includes Randy Newman, who sings about his hometown.

Making it to the Scripps National Spelling Bee (a spelling competition) is an amazing achievement for any kid, but for 11-year-old Neil Maes, being born deaf made his journey especially unlikely.

After receiving cochlear implants (人工耳蜗) in both ears as a baby, he had to train his brain to understand spoken words. It took countless hours of speech therapy (疗法).

"We didn't even know that he'd be able to talk," said his mother, Christy Maes.

Now the soft-spoken kid from Belton, South Carolina is officially one of the nation's top young spellers. He earned the right to take the stage in the final rounds of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Neil's parents have always given him a tip, coaching him to always ask the pronouncer for the meaning of a word, so that he can be sure he heard it correctly. Most contestants do this anyway.

"He's able to spell very difficult words. You tell him ‘Spell this word,' and he's able to actually imagine what that sounds like in his head and spell the word. It's actually quite impressive," said Dr. Michael Hoa, who performed Neil's cochlear implantation. "There's a lot that goes into training your brain to do that."

Neil's parents didn't know he was taking part in a spelling bee with his third-grade class until he came home and told them he had won. He made it all the way to his regional (地区的) bee that year, finishing second. Now a naturally shy fifth-grader, Neil is already worn out from the busy bee-week schedule, but he seems happy.

"Our main hope out of all of this was to encourage people that are going to be facing what we had to face," Christy said.

But Neil said coming to the bee has motivated (激发) him to study even harder, so he can return next year.

"It's just fun and I want to do it again," Neil said.

In January 2022, the now l7-year-old Mack Rutherford watched his 19-year-old sister, Zara Rutherford, set two new world records for flying around the world in an ultralight aircraft. Less than a month later, Mack declared his intention to go for a world record too!

"I always knew I wanted to do something special in my life in aviation but I wasn't quite sure what I wanted to do, it was only when my sister flew around the world that I knew this was what I wanted to do," Mack said.

Mack is no stranger to aviation. He was only 15 when he became the youngest pilot in the world. Now, he's set the record for the youngest person to fly around the world, replacing previous record-holder Travis Ludlow of Britain. Travis was 18 when he set the record in

2021.

Mack's journey began on March 23rd, 2022 when he left Sofia, Bulgaria flying a Shark, an ultralight aircraft that's the same style his sister used in her circumnavigation of the globe.

"I am flying a Shark," Mack wrote on his website. "It is a high-performance ultralight aircraft made in Europe. The aircraft has been specially prepared for such a long journey."

Mack traveled through 52 countries over five continents. The trip was supposed to take between two and three months, but paperwork and visa issues slowed his progress.

On August 24, 2022, Mack completed his journey and set not one, but two new world records! He's now the youngest person to fly around the world solo. He displaced his sister as the previous record holder, but we're sure there are no hard feelings!

As Mack stepped out of the aircraft in Belgium, he had some simple words of wisdom to offer the world.

"Just follow your dreams, no matter how old you are — work hard and move forward to achieve your goals," he said.