There are several reasons why school uniforms are good idea. First of all, uniforms help the school look smart. The students feel that they belong to a particular group. When every pupil in the school wears the uniform, nobody (have) to worry about fashion(时尚). Everybody wears same style of clothes. Uniforms can be useful in unexpected ways, A school in Ireland has introduced an interesting new uniform. On the edge of the jacket, there is a piece of cloth gives off light in the dark. When the children are walking or (cycle) to school on dark mornings, car drivers can (easy) see them.

    But can uniforms help improve school standards? The answer this question is not clear. One study in America found that students' grades (improve) a little after the school introduced uniforms. But some students didn't want (wear) the uniform. Other American studies showed no (connect) between uniforms and school performance.

    School uniforms are (tradition) in Britain, but some schools are starting to get rid of them. Some very good schools don't have a uniform policy. However, uniforms are still popular. Pupils at about 90 percent of British secondary schools wear uniforms.

    Earth Day, (mark)on 22 April, is an annual event aiming to raise public awareness about environmental protection. First celebrated 1970, the Day now includes events in more than 190 countries and regions (地区). No matter what you like to do, there is a way to get involved in various (activity) on Earth Day. You can plant a tree, make a meal with locally grown vegetables, or save power—the possibilities are endless.

    On the first day of my first grade, I stood by the door with butterflies in my stomach. I (voice) my biggest concern to my mother. "How will I make friends?" She handed me advice. "Be yourself." For the past 20 years. I have lived by these words. Soon I will graduate and become part of the real world. Nervously (face) challenges. I know I will whisper to (I) the two simple words "Be yourself".

    Does the name of the college you attend really matter? Research on the question (suggest) that, for most students, it doesn't. What students do at college seems to matter much more than they go. The students benefitting most from college are those are totally engaged (参与) in academic life. taking full advantage of the college's chances and resources (资源). Students should have a proper attitude towards college before thinking about which college to attend, and it's never too early to make necessary preparations for a healthy and (meaning) college experience.

    On our way to the house，it was raining  hard that we couldn't help wondering how long it would take  （get）there. It was in the middle of Pearl City.

    We were first greeted with the barking by a pack  dogs, seven to be exact. They were well trained by their masters  had great experience with caring for these animals. Our hosts shared many of their experiences and （recommend）wonderful places to eat, shop, and visit. For breakfast, we were able to eat papaya（木瓜）and other fruits from their trees in the backyard.

    When they were free from work, they invited us to local events and let us know of an interesting （compete）to watch，together with the story behind it. They also shared with us many （tradition）stories about Hawaii that were  （huge）popular with tourists. On the last day of our week-long stay，we （invite）to attend a private concert on a beautiful farm on the North Shore under the stars， （listen）to musicians and meeting interesting locals.

    A 90-year-old has been awarded“Woman Of The Year”for  （be）Britain's oldest full-time employee-still working 40 hours a week. Now Irene Astbury works from 9am to 5pm daily at the pet shop in Macclesfield，  she opened with her late husband Les. Her years of hard work have （final）been acknowledged after a customer nominated（提名）her to be Cheshire's Woman Of The Year.

    Picking up her "Lifetime Achievement" award，proud Irene （declare） she had no plans  （retire） from her 36-year-old business. Irene said," I don't see any reason to give up work. I love coming here and seeing my family and all the friends I （make） over the years. I work not because I have to,  because I want to.”

    Granddaughter Gayle Parks，31-who works alongside her in the family business-said it remained unknown as to who nominated Irene for the award. She said，"We don't have any idea who put grandma forward. When we got a call  （say）she was short-listed，we thought it was  joke. But then we got an official letter and we were blown away. We are so proud of her. It's  (wonder）."

    The polar bear is found in the Arctic Circle and some big land masses as far south as Newfoundland. While they are rare north of 88°, there is evidence  they range all the way across the Arctic, and as far south as James Bay in Canada. It is difficult to figure out a global population of polar bears as much of the range has been   (poor) studied; however, biologists calculate that there are about 20,000-25,000 polar bears worldwide.

    Modem methods  tracking polar bear populations have been employed only since the mid-1980s, and are expensive  (perform) consistently over a large area. In recent years some Inuit people in Nunayut  (report) increases in bear sightings around human settlements, leading to a  (believe) that populations are increasing. Scientists have responded by  (note) that hungry bears may be congregating(聚集) around human settlements, leading to the illusion(错觉) that populations are  (high) than they actually are. Of   nineteen recognized polar bear subpopulations, three are declining, six  (be) stable, one is increasing, and nine lack enough data.

    Few people I know seem to have much desire or time to cook. Making Chinese(dish) is seen as especially troublesome. Many westerners  come to China cook much less than in their own countries once they realize how cheap can be to eat out. I still remember(visit) a friend who'd lived here for five years and I(shock) when I learnt she hadn't cooked once in all that time.

    While regularly eating out seems to(become) common for many young people in recent years, it's not without a cost. The obvious one is money; eating out once or twice a week may be(afford) but doing this most days adds up. There could be an even(high) cost on your health. Researchers have found that there is a direct link between the increase in food eaten outside the home and the rise in (weigh) problems.

    If you are not going to suffer this problem, then I suggest that the next time you go to your mum's home dinner, get a few cooking tips from her. Cooking food can be fun. You might also begin to notice the effects not only on your health but in your pocket.

    I'm not sure  is more frightened, me or the female gorilla(大猩猩）that suddenly appears out of nowhere. I'm walking on a path in the forest in the Central African Republic. Unexpectedly, I'm face-to-face with the gorilla, who begins screaming at  top of her lungs. That makes her baby scream, and then a 400-pound male appears. He screams the (loud)of all. The noise shakes the trees as the male beats his chest and charges toward me. I quickly lower myself, ducking my head to avoid (look) directly into his eyes so he doesn't feel(challenge).

My name is Mireya Mayor. I'm a (science)who studies animals such as apes and monkeys. I was searching these three western lowland gorillas I'd been observing. No one had seen them for hours, and my colleagues and I were worried.

    When the gorillas and I frightened each other, I was just glad to find (they) alive. True to a gorilla's unaggressive nature, the huge animal (mean)me no real harm. He was just saying: "I'm king of this forest, and here is your reminder!" Once his message was delivered, he allowed me  (stay)and watch.

    Diets have changed in China-and so too has its top crop. Since 2011,the country（grow）more corn than rice. Corn production has jumped nearly 125 percent overpast 25 years, while rice has increased only 7 percent.

    A taste for meat is(actual) behind the change. An important part of its corn is used to feed chickens, pigs, and cattle. Another reason for corn's rise. The government encourages farmers to grow corn instead of rice(improve) water quality. Corn uses less waterrice and creates less fertilizer(化肥) runoff. This switch has decreased(pollute) in the country's major lakes and reservoirs and made drinking water safer for people.

    According to the World Bank, China accounts for about 30 percent of total(globe)fertilizer consumption. The Chinese Ministry of Agriculture finds that between 2005-when the government  (start) a soil-testing program  gives specific fertilizer recommendations to farmers - and 2011, fertilizer use dropped by 7.7 million tons. That prevented the emission(排放) of 51.8 million tons of carbon dioxide. China's approach to protecting its environment while  (feed) its citizens "offers useful lessons for agriculture and food policymakers worldwide." says the bank's Juergen Voegele.

    Mochi (年糕) is a traditional food popular in Chinese and Japanese cooking, made from (special) treated rice. It is often presented in the form of a round cake, and is traditionally exchanged at the New Year.

Mochi is made by (put) sticky rice into water overnight, cooking it and pounding it into a sticky paste. The paste is made into shapes ranging from simple to complex rounds, some of are stuffed with sweet fillings. Mochi is often decorated with (flower) or fruits, especially when it is exchanged as gift at celebrations like birthdays and the New Year.

    Traditionally, wooden mortars (臼) and pestles (杵) (use) to pound mochi rice. Fresh mochi is usually cooked and served warm a variety of sauces. Steaming and boiling are both popular preparations in Japan, along with cooking. Fresh mochi is soft but it (hard) quickly. Prepacked mochi blocks, flattened and cut into square pieces or shaped into rounds, are available at grocery stores. Mochi can go bad easily, so it's (good) to cook soon than to keep it in your fridge.

    Hard mochi pieces can be cooked, deep-fried, boiled, and more. Cooked mochi is very sticky, so be careful not (choke) on it.

    Ne Zha, China's animated blockbuster hit of the summer, is ready  (hit) North American theaters later this month.

    Well Go USA Entertainment,  distribution company specializing in bringing top Asian film titles to US cinemas, will release the film in select 3D IMAX theaters across North America on Aug 29,  (follow) by a nationwide expansion on Sept 6.

    Written and directed by first-time feature filmmaker Yang Yu, also known  Jiaozi, the film  (tell) of Ne Zha, a boy born as a social outcast (弃儿)because of a divine prophecy(神的预言) he would destroy the world. He tries to change his predetermined fate and people's views of him by choosing good over evil and  (become) their true hero.

    Built on a successful (adapt) of Chinese folk tale and excellent word-of-mouth, the film - the first Chinese animated film is proving to have long legs at the box office. a total box office of 4.1 billion yuan ($582 million) and counting, Ne Zha is the best-received animated feature ever in China, and the fourth (large) theatrical release in the country's box office history.

    The Beijing Vanke-Shijinglong Ski Resortis locatedYanqing District, a national demonstration area for ecological construction. With Longqing Gorge to its east and Guanting Reservoir to its west, it has fresh air and an (impress) environment.(build) in 1999, it was the first large ski resort to be built near Beijing. In 2016, a massive renovation project (start) by Vanke, the Beijing Badaling Tourism General Company, and the original Beijing Shijinglong Ski Resort.

    At my first class in the Forks High School, Mr. Banner, my English teacher sent me to an empty desk at the back without  (introduce) me to the class. It was harder for my new classmates (stare) at me in the back, but somehow, they managed. I kept my eyes down on the reading list the teacher had given me. It was (fair) basic: Bronte, Shakespeare, Chaucer, Faulkner. I'd already read everything. That was comforting… and boring.

    Your teeth may be part of your smile,  they have a more important job­they are the first step in the process of digestion. You have three (kind) of teeth. In the very front of your mouth are eight flat, thin teeth called incisors. They are used for cutting and biting food. Next to these are pointed teeth called canines,  also help you tear food. The remaining teeth are molars. These teeth have flat tops for crushing and grinding the food.

    In the closing ceremony of the 2018 Olympic Winter Games. China put on "See You in Beijing in 2022", directed by Zhang Yimou. The show centered on the talents of a team of 24 roller-skating (perform) from Beijing Sport University. Two of them(dress) as "Panda Captains" led the performance. The performance reviewed China's ancient times.(show) the country's rich cultural heritage (遗产)and singing about the present. as well as the future that (lie) ahead.

    In addition to traditional symbols including the Great Wall and lucky animalsthe Chinese dragon and the Chinese phoenix, the performance also showed China's recent engineering and(technology) achievements. Towards the end of the performance, the Olympic rings (rise) on the stage, as well as images of a global village, children's smiling faces, olive branches and plum blossoms(梅花), stood for China's promise to promote global peace and building a better future for mankind. Finally, the skaters travelled a path on ice (draw) the "Winter Dream" sign of the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022. The performance (successful) sent Chinese people's goodwill and invitations to the world for Beijing 2022.

    As an attractive city in the Netherlands, Amsterdam is one of the most bicycle-friendly(city)in the world, having over 800, 000 bikes in the capital. By comparison, the city has a population of only 750, 000, less than number of bikes. According to a survey(make)5 years ago, 490, 000 people used bicycles every day.

    Up to now, people in Amsterdam(enjoy)the convenience of cycling for decades. The city has special facilities for cyclists, can be used for free. Compared with other transportation in the city, bikes are(clean)and less expensive while also(offer)health benefits.

    reason for bicycle riding is that bicycle traffic is(relative)safe. Amsterdammers ride a wide varietybicycles. Many tourists also discover Amsterdam by bike, which is a typical Dutch way.

    The silent killer — air pollution causes seven million premature (过早的) (death) a year, not just in(develop) countries but also in UK and the USA as well. In China，people are well aware of the health problems it brings.

I check every part every day. If it has heavy air pollution, I will prepare masks for my family. I dislikewhen the air is bad. Because bad air makes it difficult for me to breathe and I think it does influence my(perform) at work. A new research in china has also found a link between air quality and levels of intelligence. In the study, 25,000 people living across China(test) in language and math skills last year. They found the results of thoselived in more polluted areas were (negative) impacted, especially in languages. It adds to a growing body of evidence that air pollution has an effect not just on the lungs and hearton the brain.

    This research shows that the longer we are exposed to air pollution, the  (many) problems we're storing up for later life. Campaigners hope this study will persuade the British government(think) hard before it publishes its clean air strategy next year.

    Kiwis are endangered little birds native to New Zealand. It  (believe) that these small birds exist as a result of New Zealand's isolation (隔离)from the other parts of the world, forcing animals there  (adapt)and evolve (进化)so as to be able to survive and reproduce. The evolution is what has led to the present(appear) of the kiwi bird.

    Kiwis are a national symbol of New Zealand, with the name kiwi (be) associated with many things in New Zealand including their famous rugby national team.

    Kiwis have excellent memories and can remember something that (happen) as long as five years back. Even though they have feathers, their feathers look and feel  (much) like hair rather than feathers.

    This enables them to be able to hide in a bush and go  (complete) unnoticed by their natural enemies.

    Unlike most birds, the kiwi bird has a great sense of smell  enables them to sniff out prey (猎物)hidden in bushes and underground.

    The smallest kiwi bird has  height of 45 centimeters and wight of 2 kilograms while the largest kiwi can grow 50 centimeters tall and can weigh 3.5 kilograms.

    To me, the most beautiful thing is the ocean. It is beautiful because it has a calming effect. When  (listen) to the sound of the waves, I feel peaceful.  the age of 10, I went to the beach for the first time. With my feet in the water, I felt totally relaxed, and the sound of the ocean really  (comfort) me. From then on, I often dream of floating in the ocean, feeling carefree.