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As we all know, questioning can lead to(search) for an answer. If we are in the habit of raising doubts as towhat we are told is true, we can find the correct answer and learn more.
Two years ago, our teacher(offer) us an answer to a difficult math problem in class. Although the answer seemed a little strange, nobody me doubted it. Thinking that his answer might be wrong, I(careful) analyzed the problem and tried to workout in a different way. Half an hour (late), I managed to find the correct answer. When I showed my answer to him, the teacher praised me for my(depend) thinking.
From this experience, I have learned that questioning can serve asbridge that helps us to seek the_(true).
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Scientists have discovered that___(stay) in the cold could help us lose weight. Researchers at the University of California found that exposure to the cold increases levels of a protein that helps form brown fat-the type of fat that produces heat and keeps us warm. Brown fat burns energy, _____ helps us lose weight. White fat stores extra energy, which results weight gain. The researchers said that because air conditioning and heating give us constant, ___(comfort) temperatures, our body's need for brown fat has decreased. They found that:“Outdoor workers in northern Finland who_____(expose) to cold temperature have___ significant amount of brown fat when_____(compare) to same - aged indoor workers.”
The research was conducted on two different control groups of mice.__ __group was injected with the protein that helps create brown fat. This group later gained 30% less weight after both groups were fed high - fat diets. The researchers say this could be good news in the fight against obesity. People who are obese have _____(low) levels of brown fat than thinner people. Head researcher Hei Sook Sul said: "This protein could become an important target for research into the treatment and prevention of obesity and obesity - related diseases.” She added: "If you can somehow increase levels of this protein, you could____(possible) lose more weight even if eating the same amount of food.”
When (ask) to point out one or two things that are most important to themselves, many put friends ahead of homes, jobs, clothes and cars.
A true friendship carries a long history of experience that determines_ we are and keeps us connected. It is a treasure we should protect. Unfortunately, the _(good) friends you are, the more probable you’ll have disagreements. And the result can be what you don’t want end to the relationship.
The good news is that most troubled friendships can be mended. First, don’t let your pride get in your way. Most of us can forgive each other when differences_(bring) out in the open. Second, apologize when you’re wrong - even if you have been wronged .Over the course of a friendship, even the best people make mistakes. Sometimes, it may be best,the wronged person takes the lead and apologizes. When you apologize, give your friend a chance to admit that he has been wrong. Third, see things your friend’s point of view. And finally, accept that friendships change as needs and lifestyle change. Making friends can sometimes seem easy. The hard part is keeping the connections strong during the_(nature) ups and downs that have an effect__all relationships. My suggestion:Consider friendship an honor and a gift, and worth the effort to treasure and nurture (培养).
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A CCTV journalist succeeded in arousing a heated discussion among netizens by asking people whether they were happy. The responses to the question were various, even some quite funny ones ___ (include). Although people played jokes the answers, it did not take long __ they began to figure out the true meanings of happiness.
It is certain that people’s views on happiness ___(affect) greatly by their own life experience. Unfortunately, too many people refer to being rich as happiness and there is no sign of decrease in the number of those who are voluntarily at the mercy of wealth. Some people whose ____(intend) is to make big money appreciate being given any chance to multiply their income, believing that is ______ their happiness lies. Some are eager to inherit their parents’ property, especially those who __(be) known as silver-spoon kids. Even worse, some would rather break the law to satisfy their financial desire or seek their fortune ______(legal).
In my opinion, happiness is not about pursuing wealth merely but about admiring the beautiful things in life. Therefore, live your life _______the fullest and be happy.
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Friendship is a kind of treasure in our lives. It is actually like a bottle of wine, the longer it (keep), the sweeter it will be. It is also like a cup of tea. When we are thirsty, it will be our best (choose), but when we have enough time to enjoy ourselves, it is also the most fragrant drink.
, in this fast-developing modern society, the reality is not that. More and more people forget (enjoy) the beauty of life and the beauty of friendship; they work hard in order to gain a (high) position in the society and to earn more money for their work. Of course, we don't deny that is important to find a better place in our lives, but we wish more and more people could pay a little more attention themselves and their friends. All of us have to spare some time for personal lives. We have to find the chance to express our emotion and love. When (stay) with our friends, we can release ourselves (complete). We can do whatever we want, we can laugh together, talk together, and even cry together. I should say that being together with our best friends is the most wonderful moment of our lives.
As we know, we would feel lonely if we didn't even have a friend, but it doesn't mean we could depend on our friends all the time. There is famous motto saying that “a friend is like a quilt with cotton wadding, but the real thing that keeps you warm is your own temperature.”
Body and Food
Our body, which has close relations with the food that we eat our daily life, is the most important thing that we own, so our body (need) proper treatment and proper nourishment (营养).
The old saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is not as silly as some people think. The body needs fruit vegetables, such as apples, pears, banana, carrots and cabbages, because they contain vitamin C, is very necessary and important to us all. It’s clear that a lack of vitamin C can make people ill and weak easily.
In order to get enough needed vitamins, many people take extra vitamins in pill form,(believe) that these will make them(health). But a good diet is made up of nourishing food and this gives all the vitamins that we need. The body doesn’t need or use extra vitamins, so why waste money on them?
Nowadays many people are too busy to bother about eating properly. They throw anything into their (stomach), eating something carelessly and (hurry). The list of illnesses (cause)or made worse by bad eating habits is frightening. It is high time we should realize the importance of having a good diet. If not, it is impossible for (we) to keep fit and strong.
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It was a busy day at the grocery store and the old couples were in line behind me with birthday balloons.
They were chatting together about their rush to get ready for the party. From they said, I knew their nephew had a twin and something bad happened to the baby at birth. Though they did all they could (help) them but times were still tough for them.
They seemed to be too nervous and were too (anxiety) to leave, so I asked they wanted to go ahead of me or not. They didn’t understand what I (mean) at first. After knowing it, they were very appreciative. But they stood behind me.
At that time I knew it had to be a significant day to them. Nothing could be (good) if someone offered to help them. So I told the cashier to add the balloons to my purchases. The old couples refused at first I insisted. I said, “You tell your sweet nephew that there are always nice people who want to give them hand in this world.” They thanked me over and over and the cashier got teary-eyed, (say) there was an angel in her line today.
That little act of (kind) made everyone who saw it feel good—but it made me feel the best of all!
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I’m ______ only daughter of my parents. So they are worried____ everything I do. For example, ______ I ride my bike, my parents won’t let me ride by myself. They are afraid I might fall off my bike and hurt ______ .They are taking great trouble to support the bike, with my mother even _____ (carry) a first-aid box. I’m not free to ride and I often say _____ (angry), “Why not let me ride alone?”
Now, most families have only one child. Parents want to do_____ for their children. This does no good ____ them. Too much love from parents may stop children from______ (be) independent. In my opinion, parents should let their children do____ they can do alone.
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Everyone has a childhood and childhood experiences are often very ____ (interest). Children often make us laugh.
I often remember my childhood, the years ______ many funny things happened. When I was a two-year-old child, both my parents were always very busy______ their work. My mother worked as______ sales manager in a company while my father served in the army. So I _____ (live) with my grandma in a village. I was always waiting for my parents at home. Once my father sent us a photo of ______ ( he ) in a soldier’s uniform, which ____ (post) on the table reminding me of him.
Once my mother came to see me and we were _____ (go) to the downtown together. On the way we saw a group of____ (soldier). And when I saw them, I became very excited. I shouted in a big voice, “This is my father; that one is my father; and he is my father, too…”
Hearing this, my mother laughed and said______ she would remember that moment all her life.
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My wife is addicted to shopping on the Internet. seems that she can’t controlherself well, just clicking constantly with the mouse. Let me tell what happened last night.
It was the fourth time she (shop) online for hours. I had already reminded her (think) twice before buying anything, but my wife ignored what I said and replied
confidently, “With the New Year (approach), preparation is necessary. Besides, I haven’t bought things on the Internet for a WHOLE week.” Hearing her words, I was really (speech). In most cases, the things she bought aren’t good value for money. Maybe she just enjoys process of buying online.
Nowadays, the development of technology, online shopping is becoming more and more convenient. Those stay at home can buy whatever they want. In the meanwhile, it causes a series of (problem). One of them is more spending, because people are (easy) attracted by the discount. So how to keep a good state of mind in front of temptation is an important lesson many people need to learn.
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The top education official in Cambodia is praising efforts to prevent final-year high school studentscheating on their exams. Minister of Education Hang Chuon Naron says he is sure the results will be better.
Cambodia’s 88,000 final-year high school students(take) their exams last month. Many are afraid the government’s “no-cheating” policy may hurt their chances of entering university.
Some students prayed for success. One unhappy student told a Phnom Penh newspaper she hoped people watching the testing would let the students cheat “in a small way”, her hopes did not come true. The “ no-cheating” policy was firmly enforced.
Some cheaters are caught. As usual, some students tried to cheat on the exams. Hang Chon Naron is the person responsiblethe “no-cheating” policy. It is an important part of his effort to reform education. He thinks the pass rate will be higher this year, partlystudents have studied more. “We got a report from the schools that they worked harder.”
The minister hopes that(honest) in the exam-taking will begin correcting the biggest problems facing the education system: high school graduates who are not ready (fill) jobs. The system has long produced graduates who lack the skills employers need. Also, there is another program(aim) at improving education for women. As for the Class of 2015, they will soon find out whether those efforts helped.
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Some buildings are known their artistic beauty, some for their (detail) design, and others for their architects’ imagination. But a London building has made headlines for none of these reasons.
In its short history, 20 Fenchurch Street has made itself (know) by reflecting(反射)sunlight ( strong ) that it once melted parts of a sports car in the street below.
So is no wonder that the building was named the UK’s ( bad ) building. According to the magazine, the judges, were architects and writers, and agreed that 20 Fenchurch Street (design) by a Uruguayan architect should win the prize.
And the building’s problems end with reflection. Dangerous winds are also blown along the street below. A pedestrian (行人) said to the BBC that she almost got blown over when ( walk ) past the heavy building.
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When I looked out at the white blanket covered the ground, I couldn’t help but smile a bit. It was so beautiful. It softened the bare trees and hid the dead grass. In the (distant), I could hear the sound of the snow falling on the road, the barking of a happy dog, and the laughter of children playing outside, enjoying their day off from school.
The sweet music of that laughter (bring) back a hundred memories of past winters. I remembered (catch) snowflakes on my tongue, building snowmen, making snow angels, sledding down hills, and always losing the snowball fights with first brothers and then my own children. Standing there in that warm coat of remembering made the wind (little) cold. I looked up, stuck out my tongue, and the first time in years caught a snowflake on it. It tasted so fresh clean. It tasted like youth, like joy, and like love. I looked up to the heavens and thanked God for all of my memories and for the simple (true) that you are never old to be young again.
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Today, after finishing dinner in town, my husband and I were driving back home. As we pulled over, we saw a couple painting their furniture.
I went inside our home,_______ (change) and then went back out again to ask our neighbors if they needed any help. While leaving my home, I was plagued (困扰) by thoughts of _______ (embarrass), denial, or being received. ______, I gathered the courage to go down and ask ________ ,anyway!
Initially, the woman denied. Then, the man said, “Sure”, and he handed me a spray paint bottle. We got into some good conversations ________ painting with great effort. When we finished, I briefly chatted with them before leaving.
In the end, not only________ I enjoy helping them, but also learned about my neighbors. _______ the way home, I must admit, I couldn’t help but wonder _____ they might be thinking about me. ______ is tough to do a good deed for others and not expect that they will be thinking good about you.
Today’s experience taught me some ______ (value) lessons in my life! Hopefully, these lessons will help me continue my acts of kindness in future.
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Mum(putting on her coat) : I’m going to have to go down to the shop for more bread.
Alan: Why?
Mum: I’m not sure what(happen). I made some sandwiches earlier and left them on the table I went to answer the phone. But someone must have taken them because they are(go).
Alan: Oh, it must have been Dad. I’m sure he was in the kitchen (early).
Mum: No, he went off to his tennis match before I finished (make) them, so he couldn’t have done it., he couldn’t carry a plate of sandwiches as well as all his tennis stuff, so I’m surewasn’t him.
Alan(opening fridge door): Well, it wasn’t me. But Mum, look! Are these your sandwiches here on the bottom shelf offridge?
Mum: Are they there? Oh, my goodness. Ihave put them in there when the phone rang. Oh, dear. I really must be losing my . Now, why did I put on my coat?