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World Earth Day is a special day to call for people to protect the environment. It is on April22ªᵈ. It began in the US on April 22"d, 1970. It is now celebrated every year by people around the world. Although pollution is still everywhere, we can make a difference. Here is an example. Every day, Judy Smith, a 16-year-old girl, waters and cares for the trees at school. A rainstorm hit the area on March 10th, 2024 and some of trees at school fell down. Judy was in the classroom when the rainstorm came. She could feel the wind shaking the windows and saw the trees falling down. Judy used to sit under the trees and enjoy some relaxing time. She didn't want to lose the trees. As a member of the School Green Team, Judy decided to offer help. She came up with a planting plan and called for her team members to help. Now they often help plant trees and take care of them. The headteacher, Mike Smith, said the school was lucky to have this plan."Some of those trees were as old as the buildings, and it was sad to see them fall,"he said. Judy is proud whenever she helps protect the environment. She hopes that more students can join them. |
Avoid Giving Certain Flowers in Russia Be careful when giving flowers to your friend or a business partner in Russia. Yellow flowers mean a trick or a relationship break-up. No red carnations (康乃馨), too. Traditionally, red carnations have a connection with death. | |
Don't Show Up on Time in Venezuela In Venezuela, if you are invited over to someone's home for a meal, it's suggested that you arrive 10 to 15 minutes later than the planned time. Being early or on time is viewed as being rude there. | |
Always Use a Knife and Fork in Norway In Norway, table manners are extremely important. Most meals, including sandwiches, are eaten using knives and forks. | |
Don't Rush to Pay the Bill (抢着买单) in Turkey When doing business in Turkey, it's the custom for your host to pay for your meal. Request to split (平摊) the bill will be viewed as a polite way but won't be accepted. If you would like to pay your share, Turks suggest inviting your host to dinner next time. |
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