We all have ideas about what kinds of foods are good or bad to eat. As a result, people from one culture often think the foods that people from another culture eat are not accepted. Many people would find it terrible to eat mice, but there are forty-two different cultures whose people regard mice as proper food.

     Food likes and dislikes do not always seem related to nutrition. For example, broccoli is first on a list of the most nutritious common vegetables, but it is twenty-first on a list of vegetables that Americans like most to eat. Tomatoes are sixteenth on the list of most nutritious vegetables, but they are first on the list of vegetables that Americans like most to eat.

    But dislikes is not the only reason why some cultures will not eat a certain food. In some cultures, certain foods are taboo Taboo is a word from the language of the Fiji Islands that is used to describe something that is not allowed. We do not usually think about why certain things are taboo in our culture.

    One example is that Americans do not eat dogs, although people from some other cultures regard them as good food. In the United States, dogs are very important to people as pets. They are usually regarded as part of the family, almost like a child in some cases. What's more, dogs have value as protection against criminals. In fact, the dog's place in society as a company makes the dog taboo as food.Scientists believe that most food likes and dislikes are a result of the ways of life of different people. People will not eat pets such as dogs. Americans drink milk or eat a lot of beef because there is thousands of land for raising cows and their milk or meat can be shipped cheaply far away by train.

    Every year during the National People's Congress (全国人民代表大会), there is an important report. It is the Government Work Report (政府工作报告). On March 5, Premier Li Keqiang gave this year's report at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

    The report is about the Chinese government's work. How did the government do last year? And what does it plan to do this year?

    Take a look at some parts of this year's report!

    Fast facts about the Government Work Report

    Last year's work:

    · China's GDP grew by 6.6 percent. The GDP is the value (价值) of everything made in a country in a year.

    · Per-capita disposable income (人均可支配收入) grew by 6.5 percent.

    · About 13.61 million new jobs were created in cities.

    This year's plan:

    · Over 10 million people will be lifted out of poverty (贫困). Each of them will make over 2,300 yuan a year.

    · Air pollution will decrease (减少).

    · Mobile phone users will pay 20 percent less for mobile internet services (移动网络服务).

    The government's job is to help us live better lives. It has to work hard in order to do this. This year's Government Work Report asks the government to do more. Take a look!

    Government works for the public; words can't compare with actions.

    Struggle creates history; hard work makes a bright future.

    Make big advances in green development.

    Only when the elderly live happily can the young have a future to look forward to.

Why did ancient Chinese emperors call themselves zhen (朕) or guaren (寡人)? Research shows that the word zhen used to be a first-person pronoun. Before the Qin Dynasty, it meant "I" or "me" and everyone from farmers to state rulers could use it. The word can be found in books like Li Saoand Shi Jing. 

However, when the state of Qin defeated all the other six states and unified China, Qinshihuang, the first emperor in Chinese history, changed how this word could be used. He made it a rule that the word zhen could only be used by the emperor himself. Since then, it has been kept only for rulers.

Chinese emperors also called themselves guaren, In ancient China, emperors regarded themselves as the "Sons of Heaven", and believed they had a "Mandate of Heaven" to rule. However, if the "Son of Heaven" was found to have poor morals (德行), they would lose the mandate, So, the rulers used the phrase guaren or guadezhiren, meaning "a person who doesn't have morality". In this way, they could show their modesty (谦虚). In Chinese culture, people should not talk proudly about their own abilities and beliefs. Modesty is seen as a virtue (美德). Ancient rulers hoped to win people's hearts by calling themselves guaren. 

However, historical records show that guaren lost its popularity after the Tang Dynasty. The emperors of the following dynasties used zhen more often.

Poetry (诗) is a creative way to express your ideas and views in words. Many writers enjoy poetry because there are no real rules to writing a poem. Even so, there are some useful suggestions that can help you write poetry.

Keep reading

{#blank#}1{#/blank#} Reading poets' work can help you explore what kind of poetry you might like to write. Ask a teacher for advice, or visit your local library. You can check out books about poetry like A Journal of Poems by Kristine George, Poems About Soccer by Elizabeth Steinglass.

Pick a subject

When thinking about what to write, pay attention to what's around you. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} It can be anything from a sport you love to a nice place you've visited. You can also get ideas from subjects that matter to you, such as protecting the planet.

Start writing

{#blank#}3{#/blank#} Write down anything that touches you, from colors to smells to sounds. From there, you can start writing your poem. Once you have a draft ready, you can put it away for a day. Then read your poem again and improve it.

Share it with someone

After you finish your poem, read it to a family member, a teacher, or even your pet. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} (We'd love to read your poem! Have an adult send it to us at hello@theweekjunior.com.)

A. Here's how to read your poems.

B. Saying a poem out can bring it to life.

C. Keep a small notebook or a note to write your ideas.

D. The best way to become a better writer is to be a reader first.

E. You could also spend some time thinking about what you love.

Which of the suggestions above is the most useful to you? Why? (用约20词回答){#blank#}5{#/blank#}

Road trips are a great choice for vacation. They allow you and your family to see different places on one trip. They also give you a chance to spend time with your family and create lasting memories. To make a successful road trip, {#blank#}1{#/blank#}.

Pick a date.

Firstly, before you start planning your trip, {#blank#}2{#/blank#}. Once you've decided when to go, everyone can add the trip dates to their calendars.

Choose your destination (目的地).

Next, you'll need to decide where to go. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}. Just be sure to choose a place that makes you and your family enjoy your free time in the days you have.

Plan the route (路线).

{#blank#}4{#/blank#} Put your present city and final destination into a website or some apps about maps. And start considering suitable places to stop and sleep at night and the places you might want to visit along the way.

{#blank#}5{#/blank#}.

Have your car been filled with anything you must need, like water, snacks and first aid medicine. You'll also need to think about what to have with you in the car to keep you from being bored, such as books or board games.

A. Prepare things you'll need

B. Pay attention to the weather

C. Then, you can start thinking about your road trip route

D. here are some suggestions for you

E. You must know who you want to take the trip with

F. you need to decide the date with your family

G. You can also ask your family members where they want to go

There are different kinds of hobbies that can make us happy and relaxed. If you want to be happy, read this passage. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}

Listen to music {#blank#}2{#/blank#} When you are tired after a long day at work, music can help you feel comfortable. 

Read books Reading opens a great world in front of us. A good book can bring us a lot of knowledge. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}

Keep diaries Keeping a diary is another hobby. Many people in the world like it. It's a very good habit. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} So it is very important to keep writing every day. 

What is your hobby? Why? (答案不多于15词) {#blank#}5{#/blank#}