My name is Robinson Crusoe, and I was born in the city of York in 1632. My father was a successful businessman. I had two elder brothers. One of them worked in the army(军队) and was killed during the war against Spain. The other was missing one day, and we never knew what had happened to him. My father gave me a good education and wanted me to be a lawyer(律师). 

However, I wanted to be a sailor(海员) and go to sea. My father was very angry with me. He didn't understand why I wanted to leave his house, where I would have an easy and comfortable life.

"Two kinds of people go to sea, " he said. "They are the very poor people and the very rich people. The poor are foolish, having no other ways to live. The rich own ships and can make money with them. You are neither too poor nor too rich, so you should stay at home with your mother and me. Your elder brother didn't listen to me, and now he is dead. If you do not listen to me, you will have a difficult life!"

I tried to do what he wanted me to do, but I couldn't. I spoke to my mother.

"Please ask Dad if he will let me have one voyage(航行) by sea, " I asked her. "When I return, I will live the life he wants me to live. "

Mum was angry. "Your father will not let you go. I don't want you to go to sea either. It's dangerous. "

I argued(争吵) with my parents for another year. Then, I went to Hull with a friend who was going to London by ship. He invited me to go with him, and I agreed. I didn't even tell my parents before leaving. I just went. That was how all my bad luck began.

—Adapted from Robinson Crusoe

The opening ceremony(开幕式) of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou was held on September 23ⁿd,

2023. People could see the electronic fireworks (烟花) in the night sky above the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium. It showed us beautiful pictures, the latest technologies and environmental thoughts.

" The electronic fireworks paid attention to environmental protection," said Sha Xiaolan, the director of the opening ceremony." As long as fireworks are set off, there will be smoke in the air. It will cause pollution. Compared with normal fireworks which we usually set off, electronic fireworks never produce smoke and noise."

Why did they use this kind of fireworks? Because they were ' green', and Sha Xiaolan hoped to show environmental protection to the world. It did not mean there would be less excitement of the opening ceremony. According to the digital technology, 3D pictures, AR technology and more, the electronic fireworks have left a deep thinking on the people." People have rich feelings while they are watching the fireworks. Today is the first time I have seen electronic fireworks, and they are very eye- catching." He told China News reporters.

" High technologies helped produce environmental- friendly fireworks," Sha said." The research team designed fireworks with 3D technology. Then they did many experiments so that the fireworks had the best show without pollution."

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Amy: My throat hurts and I have a cough for many days.

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Amy: Yes, you're right. Maybe I should ask for a leave to rest for a few days.

Sally: You also need to drink more water and take the medicine on time.

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Amy: Thanks, I will. See you!

Sally: See you.

Festival means having a great time for fun. Every country has its own way of celebrating festivals. Here are some interesting festivals in the world. 

Pamplona Bull(公牛) Run

If you want to experience running in front of the bull, you can plan your visit to Spain to join in their amazing festival. Every year this festival is celebrated during July. Anyone who is above 18 can go and enjoy this festival. 

Konaki Sumo Fest

Every year, this festival is celebrated during April in Japan. In this festival, Sumo Wrestlers(相扑运动员) hold babies in their hands and face off each other to see whose baby will cry first. This festival is perfect for someone who loves sumo wrestlers and babies. 

Holi, Vrindavan

The Holi Festival is also known as the festival of colors. It is an ancient Hindu festival. It starts with a bonfire (篝火) on the night before Holi. The next day is a day of colors. Everyone celebrates it by throwing colors and water to each other. Every year it is celebrated in India during March. 

Gol den Retriever(金毛寻回犬) Festival

Each summer in Scotland, usually around July, hundreds of golden retrievers get together in the country. The festival includes different games and competitions for golden retrievers and their human friends. With a big picnic of delicious Scottish food and group training classes, it is just a happy place to be. 

 It's Sunday today. Jack and his parents are free. So They go to the park(公园) for a picnic. They go there by car. Jack's father drives the car. They take some favorite food with them, such as chicken, hamburgers and cakes. They also take some orange juice and water. Jack's mom takes some apples and bananas, too. She says they are good for them.

 After lunch, they fly the kites. Jack has two kites and he likes flying kites very much. It's windy today. Jack's father helps him with the kites. The family are happy. Then they go to the zoo. They see many animals at the zoo. They are cute.