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As you know, different countries have different customs. Also there are many gestures showing many meanings in many countries. Here are a few examples of gestures.
A fisherman in Britain will show the size of a fish he has caught by holding his two hands, palms (手掌) facing each other, the right distance apart in front of him. But the one from certain parts of Africa will measure off the size along his left arm with his right hand. In Britain the gesture to show the number "one" is made holding up the index finger (the second finger), but in Switzerland it is the thumb—the first finger which is held up. Some people point at objects with fingers, others by sticking out the lips. The gesture for "come here" is made in Britain with the index finger, which is held, pointing upwards, at eye level and bent towards the body; in Egypt the hand is held at arm's length, palm downwards, and the fingers are then bent.
The difference between the movements is very important, and the meanings of the same gestures may be opposite in different countries. It may bring trouble to those who do not know it well.
Eyesight plays a very important role in our daily life. Every waking moment, the eyes are working to see the world around us. Over forty per cent of Americans worry about losing eyesight, but it's easy to include steps into our daily life to ensure healthy eyes. Here are five suggestions for a lifetime of healthy eyesight：
Schedule (安排) yearly exams. Experts advise parents to bring babies six to twelve months of age to the doctor for a careful check. The good news is that millions of children now can have yearly eye exams and following treatment, including eyeglasses.
Protect against UV rays. A long-term stay in the sun creates the risk to your eyes. No matter what the season is, it's extremely important to wear sunglasses.
Give your eyes a break. Two-thirds of Americans spend up to seven hours a day using computers or other digital products. Experts recommend that people practise the 20/20/20 rule: every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and look at something 20 feet away.
As part of a healthy diet, eat more fruit and vegetables each day. Vitamins (维生素) C and E help protect eyesight and promote eye health.
Practise safe wear and care of contact lenses. Many Americans use contact lenses to improve their eyesight. While some follow the medical guidance for wearing contact lenses, many are breaking the rules and putting their eyesight at risk. Otherwise, you may have problems such as red eyes, pain in the eyes, or a more serious condition.
A. Eat your greens.
B. Eye care should begin early in life.
C. They can properly protect your eyes.
D. Stay in good shape by taking more vitamins.
E. Parents usually don't care about their own eyesight.
F. Always follow the doctor's advice for appropriate wear.
G. This frequent eye activity increases the risk for eye tiredness.
I am taught by many teachers in my school. Every subject has a (differ) teacher, but I like my maths teacher (well). Her name is Lakshmi but we usually call her Ma'am. She is our class teacher too.
Ma'am (join) us last term. She is very kind and her wayteaching is so interesting and simple that we all can understand what is being taught and how it could be done. Most (important), Ma'am teaches maths with lots of patience. we do not understand a problem, she will spend extra time(guide) us until we understand it. And we can go to her at any time during school hours for help.
She also helps us with activities at school. When there is some kind of programme, she will be there (help) us to get ready for the show. Even when we go on picnics, she takes good care of (we).
To me, Ma'am is not only good teacher, but also our best friend. I love Ma'am and I wish her a happy life.
