Ray had a wonderful family and lived very happily. He had four grandchildren, and they all came to see him1 their holidays. One day, Ray was preparing to welcome them as usual: cleaning the house and cooking delicious food. While he was working, he lost his favorite watch which was a gift from his deceased (已故的) wife. Ray loved the watch very much, and he was very2 .
When his grandchildren arrived, they3 him they would find the watch. One granddaughter asked, "Grandpa, where did you see the watch last4 it went missing?"
Ray replied, "Maybe in the barn (谷仓)!" The children searched there for more than two hours5 could not find it.
One of his grandsons wanted to search the barn6 , and Ray asked why he was going there. The little boy didn't explain but asked7 to follow him. A moment later, he rushed back to his grandfather, "I found it!" he shouted. Ray was surprised and asked8 he made it. The little boy replied, "I stood in the barn alone, making no noise, and tried my best to keep silent. After a few minutes, I heard the sound of tick tick. At last, I 9 the watch from the hay (干草)." After hearing his words, Ray hugged the little boy and thanked him very much.
The story tells us if we stay calm (冷静的), we can come up with an10 . What the boy did also shows the power (力量) of silence.
Welcome to Jianchuan Museum Cluster(群落) in Anren Town! Jianchuan Museum Cluster has opened18 museums. Five of the museums are about Anti-Japanese War Series (系列). Six museums are about Red Age Series. Four museums are about Folk Series. And the rest of them are about Wenchuan Earthquake Series.
Ticket Prices: (1) All Museums: RMB 100/person (2) One Museum: RMB 20/person Following people can enjoy discount (折扣) for all museums: (1) Students and the disabled: RMB 50/person (2) People older than 70: RMB 25/person (3) Children below 1.2m (including 1.2m): Free Opening Hours: It opens from 9:00 to 17:30 all year round except the Chinese New Year's Eve. Traffic Routes (路线): (1) Get off the highway at the exit (出口) of "Anren-Museum Town of China" and then drive another10 km to get to Anren Town; (2) Chengdu Jinsha Bus Station has buses to Anren Town. Notes: (1) TEL: 028-88318000,88319000-6666 (2) Pets will not be allowed in. |
A salt seller used to carry big bags of salt on his donkey's (驴的) back as he made his way to the market every day. On the way there, they had to cross a river. One day, the donkey took a sudden fall into the river. The big bags of salt also fell into the water. The salt seller didn't notice, but some of the salt dissolved (溶解)in the water, making the bags much lighter to carry. The donkey realized this and felt much more comfortable on his way to the market.
The next day, the donkey did the same thing, except this time, he fell in the water on purpose. Again, the bags were lighter and easier to carry.
The salt seller soon found out what was going on and decided to teach his donkey a lesson. The next day, he put two big bags of cotton on the donkey's back. Again the donkey played the same trick (把戏),hoping that the bags would become even lighter.
But the cotton that fell into the water instead became very heavy to carry. The donkey could only pay for his dishonesty, walking slowly with the wet cotton on his back.
Sometimes, we might feel lucky to take shortcuts (捷径) or cheat when we have a lot of hard work to do. However, taking shortcuts and cheating will often come back to harm us later. It is better to simply work honestly.
About half of Chinese adults sleep less than eight hours every night, a new report said. The report was based on a survey of 6,168 people aged 18 to 70 from July to November, 2022.
People with lower level of education have less sleep and lower sleep quality (质量), according to the report. Those with higher level of education may sleep longer and better.
The report showed a relationship between a person's income (收入) and the quality of their sleep. People from families making less than 3,000 yuan ($435) a month get the least amount (数量) of sleep and experience the worst sleep quality, while those with mid-level incomes sleep longer and generally reported good-quality sleep. For people making more than 10,000 yuan a month, they sleep less than those with mid-level incomes, but they reported a better quality of sleep.
The report also found that people who exercise often enjoy the best sleep quality, with 85 percent of them saying they have "very good" sleep quality. More than 80 percent said they can fall asleep in less than half an hour, and only 1.8 percent said they have trouble falling asleep.
University students sleep the longest, followed by white-collar (白领) workers, blue-collar workers and jobless people. However, university students usually stay up late, which results from the use of phone s and computers, over-thinking, stress and their sleeping environments. Sleep is important in improving health and memory. Although many university students know that good sleeping habits are conducive to good health, many say they don't change their bad habits.
①education level ②family income ③ good health ④ physical exercise
Lots of students are too busy doing their homework to help out with housework. So, many parents want to know if they should give their children chores.
First, doing chores helps children learn to be independent. And these skills will help them get ready for the days when they go to college or take care of their own houses.
When children finish a chore, they will not only take pride in a job well done but also have confidence(信心) in their ability to do things well.
Third, doing chores makes it possible for children to keep good relationships with their family, friends and partners. That also helps them build team spirit. They will know that if they work together as a team, things will be completed more quickly and better.
Should children do chores? Now, my friends, are you ready to help?
A. Children need to learn the necessary life skills to develop their independence. B. Yes! And it should be on the top of the list. C. Most of them don't think it's good for children to do chores. D. Second, doing chores helps children build self-confidence. E. Well, there's no doubt that chores are good for children. F. Doing chores together with family can make children more caring for their family. |
A: Welcome to our store.
B: I'd like to buy a smart TV.
A: We have different kinds of smart TVs here. You can have a look first.
B: This one looks very nice.
A: It was made in China. You know China is getting better at making hi-tech products.
B: It's wonderful.
A: It's 8, 699 yuan.
B: Do you have a cheaper one?
A: Of course. What about this one?
B: The price is OK. I will take it. Please send it to my home as soon as possible.
A: No problem!
A. Is it expensive? B. What can I do for you? C. I'm afraid I can't afford it. D. What's the price of it? E. It's on sale, only 4, 199 yuan. F. Where was it made? G. I don't like it, either. |
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Mr. Chen lives in a town near a mountain. On July 2nd last year, an earthquake in the town.
It started at 1:05 a. m. When people were in a deep sleep, Mr. Chen a slight (轻微的) movement of his bed at first. He woke up and thought it might be a . When he was ready to go on , the bed moved harder than before. He knew that there was an earthquake. He told to calm down. Then, he began to shout "Earthquake!" His family all quickly and left the house as fast as they could. On their out, they heard their neighbours screaming (尖叫).
Soon, the walls began to fall down. They could hear a big noise from , but they were afraid to look back. a few minutes, all the noise ended.
Mr. Chen and his family were enough to survive (幸存) the earthquake.
Zebra crossings (斑马线) are an important part of city traffic. They serve as safety lines for people crossing the street and a symbol of a city's culture. However, in recent years, most people have been used to using phones while crossing the street. It is unsafe and it may slow down traffic.
To deal with the problem, the Star City government started to take action and introduced a new rule in April, 2024. According to the rule, if people use phone s while crossing the street, they may face a fifty-yuan fine. If they don't want to pay, they can choose to stand by the zebra crossings for an hour as a traffic guide. To increase public understanding of the new rule, the government also puts up posters at bus stops and on websites(网站).
According to the number showed by the government, more than 20% of the traffic accidents in Star City last year happened on zebra crossings. The city hopes the new rule can help to cut down that number. "It is important to correct wrong behaviors (行为) on the road. Both drivers and walkers will benefit from (受益于) it," an officer says.
Qian Xuesen was born in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province on December 11, 1911. After his graduation from Shanghai Jiao Tong University in 1934, he crossed the Pacific Ocean to the United States for further study. There he received his Ph. D. degrees (博士学位) in both aerospace (航空航天) and maths. After he graduated, he became a teacher as well as a researcher who studied rockets and missile theories (火箭和导弹理论).
He made important contributions (贡献) to the missile and space programs in China. When he came back to his motherland in 1955, the country's space research had hardly begun. In 1956, he set up the first research institute (研究所) of rockets and missiles. From then on, he led the development of China's missile, rocket and spacecraft (航天器) research programs. He was a pioneer in all of these fields and was known as"The Father of China's Missiles". He is the pride of the Chinese people.
He passed away on October 31, 2009 at the age of 98, but he is a man who still encourages Chinese young people. His deep love for his country was expressed in his saying, "My career (事业) is in China, my success is in China and my destination (终点) is in China!" When someone said he could make much more money if he stayed in the United States, he laughed and said, "My family name is Qian, but I don't like qian."
Qian Xuesen —the Father of China's Missiles | |
Place and time of | He was born in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province in 1911. |
Early experiences | ●He graduated from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and travelled the Pacific Ocean to the US for further study in 1934. ●He to China in 1955. |
Achievements | ● He set up the first research institute of rockets and missiles in1956. |
● He spent his whole life in China's missile, rocket and spacecraft research programs. | |
Great spirits | ● He loves China . |
● He doesn't think that money is the most important for him. | |
If someone asks which place is the "hottest" in China this winter, of course, Harbin. The Harbin Ice and Snow Festival became an Internet hit in early 2024. However, not everyone knows it (hold) on January 5th each year.
This year, because of the festival, Harbin attracted(吸引) (thousand) of people from all over the world. People who came from (south) China to visit Harbin were given a cute name: little potatoes. To welcome the visitors, many local people (drive) their cars and picked them up for free. The city didn't let any "little potato" get lost.
The festival had three main places——Ice and Snow World, Ice Lantern Garden Party Sun Island Snow Expo (雪博会). "Sun Island" had huge snow sculptures(雕塑) of people and animals."Ice and snow World"had sculptures of buildings. At night, (this) buildings lighted up with colorful lights. They made the Ice and Snow World look like a dream palace.
Visitors could do a lot of other (activity), such as skiing and skating. They could also go swimming in the icy waters of Songhua River.
Tourists could see many (tradition) buildings in the city. If they took walk down Central Street, they could see many nice European style buildings. People also called this street "the Eastern Moscow".
Harbin's Ice Festival lasted about two months. During this period, the wonderful ice city shared its ice, art, and animals with visitors looking for something cool to do.
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Dear Mike,
How's it going?
Best wishes!
Yours,
Li Hua
