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I am a nature photographer and have to brave the elements. But despite the wind and the rain I still enjoy working outside in    1     wild. I can observe animals in their    2    (nature) environment. My favorite place    3    (take) photos is Yellowstone National Park,     4    is famous for the variety of its wildlife but is probably best known for     5    (it) bears.    6    (weigh) up to 300 kilograms, the bears can run at about 64 kilometres per hour and are also excellent swimmers. Last spring I followed a path through dark forest. I     7    (enjoy) the breathtaking view when I felt I was being watched. Slowly I turned and     8    (freeze). Only metres away was a bear, with water    9    (fall) off its hair. Though I was very frightened, I pressed the button. A second later, the bear ran back into the forest and I got a photo of it. I realized that it is we who are the visitors     10    their world.

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Many hospitals employ therapy (治疗) dogs to comfort patients, but at Calais Hospital in

Northern France, a different sort of therapy animal wanders in the halls. Peyo is a 15-year-old horse who used to compete professionally     1     his trainer Hassen Bouchakour. Now, he’s comforting patients and family members alike.

“Doctor Peyo”, as he is known to the hospital staff, seems to have a special gift for detecting     2     sick or injured. Bouchalour says that even at competitions, Peyo seemed to seek out contact specifically with those     3     (struggle) physically or mentally. After a few years of research, vets believe Peyo’s brain     4     (function) in a unique way.

In the hospital, Peyo goes from door to door in the care center.     5     is no doubt that Peyo has been fairly effective in reducing the     6     (anxious) of patients as well as their family members. According to doctors, they knew how     7     (benefit) Peyo’s presence was when they noticed that patients     8     were regularly interacting with him required fewer intense drugs. Peyo has stayed with many patients right until the end of their lives.

Animals have an amazing power     9     (comfort) us even during our     10     (hard) times. Perhaps this uplifting story of animal companionship will encourage more medical institutions to look into the healing benefits of animals.

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Hebei Province's Saihanba is the planet's     1    (large) man-made forest. Before 1962, Saihanba   was a wasteland with only 12% forest cover. With a small-but-mighty crew of 369 able workers, the Saihanba reforestation (重新造林) project     2    (begin). Many of them left their previous homes, to move to Hebei and join in the work. Although     3     (challenge) with long periods of frost and drought (干旱）in the 1970s and 1980s     4     resulted in the death of large quantities of plants and animals in the Saihanba, they continued their work and the forest began to take on     5     new look.

At present, the Saihanba measures 185,000 square acres of     6     (heavy) forested land. The Saihanba's trees can absorb 747,000 tons of carbon dioxide and produce 545,000 tons of oxygen each day. The Saihanba has become a showpiece of three     7    (generation) of hard work and determination. The zone is studied and has been used as an example of     8     deserted land can be transformed into       9     (value) and vital forests. The northern China area's success has been so notable that the term "the Saihanba Spirit" has come to indicate     10     (brave) and commitment and brought Hebei praise and honour from around the world.

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It’s not a secret     1     spending time in nature is good for you. For years, scientists have been detailing how people who live near green spaces have     2    (good) physical and mental health. Practices which have a strong outdoor component     3    (be) popular here in the United States.

My     4    (curious) was aroused when a colleague recently recommended one of our patients to experiment with     5    (walk) barefoot in the grass for a short time each day. A few weeks later, I came across an article that gave a name to that practice—grounding. The idea behind grounding, also    6    (call) earthing, is that humans evolved in direct contact with the earth’s subtle(不易察觉的) electric charge. But we have lost that connection and     7     loss of connection is due to inventions such as buildings, furniture and shoes.

    8    (support) of grounding say this “disconnect” might be contributing to some diseases that are     9    (particular) common in industrialized societies. There is actually some science behind this. Barefoot contact with the earth can produce nearly instant changes     10     various ways, helping to improve sleep, reduce pain, decrease muscle tension and lower stress.

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Valuing and Protecting the Great Outdoors

Anyone that is keen on getting out into nature knows that the untouched beauty of the outdoors will only remain that way if people respect the environments they visit.

    1     (ensure) that this happens, the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics has come up with a framework of seven principles for people to follow. These principles can be applied     2     one is hiking to a remote campsite or enjoying a local park.

The Leave No Trace principles offer guidelines for     3     people can leave a minimal impact in the areas they explore. While most relate to correct behavior for when people are outdoors, the first principle is about planning ahead.     4     you head out on an adventure, preparation is essential. Adequate planning helps keep you and your group safe. A little research will also give you a basic understanding of the environment you     5     (visit).

The other rules to follow when you are outdoors are quite simple. You should always walk on proper trails and stay at     6     (mark) campsites. Everything you bring with you into an area needs     7     (bring) back out. Of course, this means trash like plastic bags and bottles, but it also includes leftovers and food scraps. Further, when you leave a nature area, you should leave what you find. That is, don’t take     8     from the trail like flowers or rocks with you.

You should also minimize campfires. It is actually best to carry a portable stove when you go camping. If you are making fires, it is vital that you make sure the fire is out   before     you   leave.     The   last   two     principles   are     9     respect and consideration. Respect any wildlife in the area; you're in their home. Finally, be courteous (谦恭的) towards anyone else you meet and think of how your actions     10     affect others that are enjoying the outdoors alongside you.