Many Westerners have the idea that everyone in China knows how to do kung fu. This is, of course, a silly belief. But it is true that kung fu is a big part of Chinese culture.
Like most people from the West, I was first introduced to kung fu through Hong Kong action films. Stars like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan made kung fu popular in the Western world. The flashy and impressive performances they gave in films like Rumble in the Bronx and Enter the Dragon made them household names in the U.S. and elsewhere.
However, my own personal interest in kung fu was actually inspired by a hip hop group. Wu－Tang Clan, founded in the early 1990s in New York City, is one of the most influential hip hop groups in history.
In their songs, they sometimes mention philosophical concepts that come from
Wudang quan — a classic Chinese martial art from which they take their name — and Shaolin Temple. I was just a teenager when I first started listening to Wu－Tang Clan — little did I know that I would actually end up living in China later in my life!
I myself do not practice kung fu. However, the concepts behind it are quite interesting to me. There is a Bruce Lee quote that I often think of when I'm struggling with challenges in life. "Be formless, shapeless, like water," he once said. By this, he meant that you should be ready to adapt to and change your attitudes or beliefs when you face difficulties. I think this is a good way to deal with life.
Keeping pace with teachers is a fine way to study English. Teachers are experienced and their plans are systematic. But remember to work in a way that suits you. It's important to learn from past mistakes as well. Keep a notebook to make a record of the mistakes you make — It'll help you avoid making the same ones later.
The time of life may be hard, but you're not alone. You may be busy studying, but you can show your care by calling your friends or sending short messages. Don't let your friendships die.
It's as important to live well as it is to study well. Going to bed no later than 11:30 pm is important. It puts you in the right mood for the next day. You needn't follow a special diet, but make sure you are eating nutritious meals each day.
The person who plays well studies well. Having a lot of schoolwork doesn't mean having to give up other activities. Playing basketball or having a talk with your classmates can relax yourself. Time out is not a waste of time but helps you study more efficiently.
Besides taking the College Entrance Examination, you have other choices for college. Some students even apply for studying abroad. Pay attention to the useful information you can find, whether it's from school, the news media or other sources.
A thief returned a mobile phone and thousands of yuan he had stolen from a woman after receiving 21 text messages(短信) from her a local newspaper reported.
Pan Aiying, a Chinese teacher at Wutou Middle School in Shandong Province, didn't think her text messages would help to get her mobile phone back.
A young man riding a motorcycle robbed her of her bag, in which there was her mobile phone, bank cards and 4,900 yuan, as she was riding her bicycle home on Saturday evening.
Pan said at first she considered calling the police, but then decided to try to persuade the young man to return her bag. Pan called her lost phone with her friend's, but couldn't get through. So she began sending messages.
"Hey, I'm Pan Aiying, a teacher from Wutou Middle School. You must be going through a difficult time. If so, I will not blame you." Wrote Pan in her first text message, which got no answer. "Keep the 4,900 yuan if you really need it, but please return the other things to me. You are still young. To make mistakes is human. Correcting your mistake is more important than anything." Pan wrote in another message.
She gave up hope after sending 21 text messages without any answer and planned to call the police the next morning. However, as she left her home on Sunday morning, Pan found her stolen bag lying in the courtyard. Nothing was lost.
"Pan: I am sorry. I made a mistake. Please forgive me. You are so kind even though I stole from you. I'll correct my ways and be an honest person," said a letter left with the bag.
Friends are important to children. Research shows that children who have no friends can suffer from difficulties later in life. Friendship provides children with more than just fun. In making friends，children learn how to get in touch with others and solve problems. Having friends even does good to children for they can help each other during class.
If the parents are concerned about whether their children make many friends, they need to understand the steps children take in building friendships. First of all, be a friend to your child. Good friendships start at home. Children begin to develop the necessary ability to go out and meet others through getting along with their parents.
Teach children how to solve conflicts(争端). Being able to work out conflicts is an important skill in getting along with others. If parents know the children have a conflict, let them work it out on their own and help if necessary.
Parents should try to give children chances to practice staying together. Having children play games requires cooperation. For example, races are fun and provide plenty of practice in teamwork. Encourage children to show thanks to others. The parents can encourage children to do this by setting the example for them.
One day, I saw a notice. It said girl volleyball players were 1 for the school team and I was so happy! I 2 playing volleyball so I was filled with 3 and couldn't wait to play! Then I read more details of the 4 and found that there would be a tryout(选拔赛)after three weeks! I 5 how to play volleyball, but I was not very good at playing it. 6, I decided to have a try. After that I practiced volleyball every day. I never got 7of doing the same practice.
Finally, the day came. I was 8 for the day and hurried to the gym. When I reached the gym, I was 9 to see 14 girls lining up! I was the last one to 10. They were waiting for me. Our tryout 11. Some of the girls 12 to pass the tryout while some passed. When it was my turn, I felt 13. I stood in the middle of the court, trying to calm myself down. Then the coach said, "Okay, you, serve(发球)." She 14 me the ball and I held it. As the ball was in my hands, I thought the 15 that I'd done in the past three weeks was all for the day. I must 16 it! Then I breathed deeply. I moved my arm up and ahead and 17 the ball. It flew over the net! That was the highest serve I had done in the past few weeks. That was the 18 I did! I was very 19! I realized that 20 could lead you to a successful ending.
With my high school life (begin), I feel a little anxious right now. I hope to make a good first (impress). But I wonder whether I will make friends or what if no one talks to me.
To tell the truth, the maths class was difficult for me, the teacher was kind and friendly. He told us a funny story and every student laughed so much! In the afternoon, we had our chemistry class. The lab is new and the lesson was (interest), but the guy next to me tried to talk to me the whole time. Therefore, I couldn't concentrate the experiment. I (real) wanted to tell him to be quiet and leave me alone!
All in all, the first day is wonderful day. Though I was worried in the morning, I didn't feel awkward or (frighten) at all. I believe I will make new (friend) in the new school here and there's a lot (explore) at senior high. I think that tomorrow will be a great day!
要点提示：
1）目前学校里吃零食现象很严重，有些同学每天花很多钱买零食吃。
2）吃零食是一种浪费的坏习惯。
3）零食大多属非健康食品，容易使人发胖，甚至生病。
4）还有同学乱扔包装袋。
5）作为高中生，应当养成良好的饮食习惯，拒绝零食。
注意：
1）词数：100左右，格式已为你写好。
2）内容可适当发挥，注意行文连贯。
3）参考词汇：现象phenomenon；零食snacks；乱扔包装袋 litter the food wrappers
Dear fellow students，
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the Students' Union
