Recently we had a Science and Technology Festival at school. There were exciting exhibitions of things like telescopes and models of rockets.

The most unforgettable thing     31     me was a 3D printer. Students could use it to create their own things. I got the chance to make a plane! I chose the blueprint (设计图) of a plane and pressed the button on     32     machine. Then some soft material came out to form the shape of a plane. I saw how it worked from a see-through box. At that time, I was so nervous     33     excited that my hands couldn’t help shaking. The moment I saw my     34    , a plastic little plane with colorful lines on it, I was more than happy. It was such a special experience!

We     35     did other experiments (实验). Some of my classmates enjoyed the experiment of making tofu. Others enjoyed watching robots racing. These activities not only gave us more knowledge but also more interest in exploring this amazing world.

Kaishan Island is in China’s Yellow Sea. The island only covers an area of 0.013 km². It is about the size of two football fields, and has very ________ living conditions. However, for 32 years, a husband and his wife lived a hard life there as guardians (守卫者) of the ________. They are Wang Jicai and Wang Shihua.

Now Director Chen Li has put Wang and his wife’s story on the ________. The movie shows several events in their lives, such as their arrival at the island, helping people in need, ________ with criminals, and celebrating the Spring Festival with their family on the island. These scenes show the love and inner world of Wang and his wife, and their simple belief—to guard the island is to ________ the country.

In order to reproduce (重现) the couple’s lives, the film team traveled to Kaishan Island many times. They ________ life there. They also lived alongside Wang Shihua to have a better understanding of the work of an island guardian. The ________ tried their best to get into the character. Liu Ye played Wang Jicai in the film. He said that he sat in the sun every day at the beach to make himself look ________, and he got sunburned several times.

In 2018, Wang Jicai died of illness at 58. After his ________, Wang Shihua applied (申请) to take over her husband’s work. This movie will help us get close to this ________ couple. So, please still yourself and watch it.

Are you interested in some fun science experiments? Here is a small experiment of a parachute (降落伞).

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Where would you go if you needed to find out about the capital of Brazil? Where would you look if you wanted to see funny cat videos? Where would you share pictures of yourself with friends? The Internet, of course! Yes, the Internet is good for all these things and millions more. The Internet has made the way we live our lives more convenient than it was in the past.

Along with the good comes the bad, though. If you think the Internet is a safe place, then think again. Like in the real world, some things might be harmful on the Internet, so it’s necessary to learn how to stay safe online.

First, you should never give out your personal information online: your name, your address, your phone number, your birth date, etc. Check with an adult before providing any of this information for anyone.

Second, choose email addresses and screen names carefully. Make sure they don’t reveal personal information about you. For example, don’t use your real name as your screen name. Passwords (密码) should also be nearly impossible to guess.

Third, remember the Internet has a way of spreading things around quickly. Anything you post might be seen by everyone and remembered forever. If you wouldn’t want a friend or parent to see something, it’s probably something you shouldn’t post in the first place.

Finally, don’t do or say things online that you wouldn’t do or say in person. Treat others the way you want to be treated—both in the real world and online. If you ever feel like you’re being cyberbullied (网络欺凌), be sure to report it to an adult!

Let’s be honest with ourselves—most of us probably have a few bad habits, and they might be anything from eating unhealthy food to not getting enough sleep. Bad habits offer us a sense of comfort, making them hard to break.     58     And we also have the ability to create good habits that will improve our lives.

Experts believe the first step to break a bad habit is admitting (承认) you have a bad habit.     59     When you understand the root problem, it becomes much easier to nip it in the bud (将它扼杀在萌芽状态). Then, replace your bad habit with a good one. For example, if you overeat when you get bored, try exercising instead. And the rest is persistence (坚持).     60     Many experts believe it can take three weeks to form a new, good habit. Habits can be difficult to break because you’ve had them for a long time, and it takes time and patience for you to change.

Breaking a bad habit is challenging.     61     Keep the end goal in mind, but realize that a long journey is made up of many small steps. Reward yourself as you successfully take those small steps. Reaching the end goal will be its own reward, so give yourself some encouragement along the way.

    62     Family and friends can help you break bad habits. When you’re having a hard time, they can be there to back you up and provide the courage you need to follow through.

Believe it or not, all bad habits can be broken with some work. Ready to take on the challenge?

Laozi’s Ideas on Being Like Water

What is the best virtue (美德)? What can we learn from water? Laozi, a famous Chinese philosopher (哲学家) who lived around 2,500 years ago, might give us an answer.

Laozi tells us that the top character is just like water. All life in the world cannot live without water, but water never asks for anything in return. It just keeps giving quietly. Also, water often stays where people don’t like. This kind of low profile (低姿态) makes water the closest to the law of the universe. It seems that we have always taken qualities like bravery and toughness as great virtues, but we should not forget what water has taught us.

In dealing with people, we can act as water. Do our best to help others without trying to get fame or benefit. At the same time, stay humble (谦虚的). It’s unwise to always talk about the favors you did to others. Even if no one cares about you in a difficult situation, you need to stay calm. After all, water will not choose where to be, and it just flows to where it is needed.

The Chinese nation has always valued Laozi’s ideas about water. In 2014, President Xi Jinping mentioned it at the welcome dinner of the 22nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Beijing. He said APEC members are brought together by the water of the Pacific Ocean and have a shared responsibility to make the Pacific an ocean of peace, friendship and cooperation.

Martin developed a deep interest in Chinese culture as a child. He enjoyed practicing tai chi with his mother. He also showed     73     interest in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). After graduating     74     high school, he entered a college in Victoria. One of his teachers was from Hunan.

“He taught     75     (we) many interesting things about Hunan, like the great doctor Zhang Zhongjing. He also told me that     76     I wanted to understand Chinese medicine better, I must go to China,” said Martin. So he came to Hunan.

Martin     77     (start) to study at the Hunan University of Chinese Medicine in Changsha in 2007. Zhong Huan, a professor at the university, said that he     78     (real) liked the Canadian student. “He speaks up in class and often expresses     79     (create) ideas,” Zhong said, adding that Martin always asked plenty of questions.

After spending more than fifteen     80     (year) in Changsha, Martin speaks good Chinese. He has a deep understanding of TCM, which he calls a treasure of Chinese civilization (文明). Martin also     81     (like) to practice kung fu and tai chi.

Martin often talks about TCM with his friends. He said that if he decides to return to Canada, he plans     82     (open) a clinic (诊所) to spread the knowledge of TCM and Chinese culture. He also hopes to introduce kung fu and tai chi to more people to help them build their bodies.

83. 贵州自然风光秀美，地方风物独特。近日，贵州天眼新闻双语频道正在举办主题为“亮出贵州名片，我为家乡代言”的英语征文比赛。请你以“Beautiful ________, My Hometown”为题，写一篇约80词的稿件。

2.稿件须包含思维导图中至少两条信息；

3.适当表达自己的看法及感受；

4.文中不得出现真实的姓名和校名。