Mount Fuji seems to be losing its World Heritage status and becoming the victim of over-tourism. The scenic spot was listed as a world heritage site in 2013.     1    , a jump in the number of tourists climbing the majestic mountain is     2     (threat) that listing. With so many visitors     3     (head) towards those trails, Japan is experiencing a post-covid tourist boom. Mt. Fuji is so popular in Japan that many Japanese hope to climb it at least once in their lives.     4     considerable number of climbers is causing environmental damage on the slopes. Litter is left across the volcanic ash, and large parking lots have been constructed to accommodate tourists.

A local official told reporters that: “Fuji is faced     5     a real crisis. Tourism has become uncontrollable, and we fear that Mt. Fuji will soon become an unattractive place     6     nobody would want to go climbing.” He added: “Fuji is screaming in pain. We can’t just wait for improvement; we need to tackle over-tourism now.” The mountain’s fifth base station     7     (witness) a 50 percent rise in visitors since 2013, with about four million visitors this summer. Another headache for local authorities is “bullet climbers”, people who have an     8     (intend) to ascend and descend Fuji in 24 hours. They risk getting altitude sickness and hypothermia.     9     (fortunate), the official climbing season ended on Sunday, preventing Fuji from     10     (far) damage.

2 . Having grown up in northern Arizona with the immortal Grand Canyon and the iron red plateaus of Sedona in my backyard, I believed that the southwestern state is home to the most beautiful landscapes on the planet. Towering mountain titans, a cozy valley and an infinite blue sky promised fantastic potential for exploration. For me, no newly discovered sights or foreign landscapes can compare with its beauty.

That is, until I was invited to explore Guizhou province by the China Storyteller Partnerships Tour. Had someone vividly described how beautiful Guizhou can be in poetic detail, they would not have done it exactly. There is no substitute for seeing with one’s own eyes. I will attempt to do so.

During my trip around the city of Xingyi, in Guizhou, I saw the artwork of the Bouyei ethnic group. They use dyes produced from local plants to make clothing of striking blues and greens. Local elders still practice weaving with artful wooden machines and pass that tradition on to their grandchildren.

My father used to drag my brothers and me on yearly fishing trips around Arizona. We would compete to catch the largest fish, and in the mornings, Dad would cook us a basic breakfast of bacon, eggs, and toast. I sat in a small boat in the middle of the lake, with fishing pole moving slowly in my impatient hands, and held my bored tongue while my father attempted to share with me the whispers of the wind, a fish dancing on the surface of the lake or the majesty of a hawk hunting for prey overhead. On my trip to Guizhou I had the opportunity to paddle on Wanfeng lake. At one point I rested, floating at the center of the lake, listening to the spaces between silence and taking in the surrounding karst (喀斯特) mountains. I thought about my childhood, and wished I had listened more closely to my father while fishing.

I’ve lived away from Arizona for 10 long years, carving my own destiny in China. I’ve managed to build myself a family, a career, a livelihood, and various projects. I feel as though I have everything that I need. For a moment, in Guizhou, I felt home.

Humans successfully reached the top of the world, Mount Qomolangma, for the first time in 1953. On May 23, 70 years later, a Chinese expedition team reached its peak and     1     (carry) out scientific research, which celebrated the historical adventure. The journey to the top is     2     (extreme) dangerous and takes both bravery and good physical health     3     (complete). Climbers fight against the harsh (恶劣的) environment and go beyond     4     (they) limits.

The main reason why scientists fearlessly continue this climb to the top can be the rich information that Mt Qomolangma provides. Due to its biodiversity, it can     5     (see) as a “micro Earth”. The drop in altitude (海拔) from the top is huge, forming     6     wide range of climates and creating its own ecosystem. Also, the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (青藏高原),     7     Mt Qomolangma is located, is an important ecological resource.

“The expedition has transformed from ‘I want to conquer you’ to ‘I want to understand you’,” said Yao Tandong, team     8     (lead) of the expedition. The scientists’ work was beyond     9     (collect) samples. Advanced equipment like drones (无人机) and 3D laser scanning, was used to better monitor pollutants and changes in glaciers.     10     those new technologies, the expedition resulted in important international influence.

Our job is to protect and     1     (使恢复) the natural environment. This includes keeping the original environment from being touched, as well as a    2     new, sustainable ways of feeding farm animals.

You need to work together, and that means communicating with each other clearly and r    3     conflicts with your teammates. Remember, one of the best     4    (策略) is clear communication.

Riley loses her happy core memories and starts to feel lost and helpless. Worried about her, Joy and Sadness try to work together to     5    (确保) she gets her core memories back. Accepting sadness as part of life helps Riley deal with the emotional     6    (复杂性) of growing up.

Ryan needed 2,000 dollars to build the well so he started to ask for help from his classmates and neighbors and persuaded them into d    7     money, indicating that he had the courage and     8    (坚持不懈) to make his dream a reality.

Winton established an office to keep records of the children and then returned to Britain to try to find     9    (暂时的) homes for them. During World WarⅡ, he served in the British Royal Air Force. He left the m    10     in 1954.

7 . Two baby zebra sharks were released in the Raja Ampat Regency of Indonesia earlier this year as the first step in a massive re-wilding project. The new organization, called ReShark, has joined 15 countries and 44 aquariums (水族馆) in an effort to raise zebra sharks, then release them back into the wild. ReShark aims to release 500 zebra sharks in Indonesia n waters within the next five to ten years.

Dr. Erin Meyer, Seattle Aquarium vice president of conservation programs and partnerships, told in an interview that this is just the beginning of creating a shark rebirth. “We’re just getting started in re-wilding the oceans, so we can ensure that we have a flexible, healthy, global ocean for today and for future generations,” she said.

The international organization, which today has 70 partners, aims to restore threatened and endangered sharks around the world. There are currently almost 400 species of sharks worldwide that are badly threatened by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, according to Meyer.

The main cause of this decline is overfishing, said Meyer. “We hear a lot about people in-volving in shark fishing for their fins, but they’re also fished for their meat,” she said of sharks. Meyer added that sharks are keystone species within their ecosystems, which means their environments can break down without their keeping other species in check.

ReShark first launched in 2020, beginning with the endangered zebra shark. In parts of the world such as Indonesia, Meyer noted, zebra sharks are nearly extinct. In Raja Ampat, researchers were able to count only three zebra sharks in 15,000 hours of searching between the years 2001 and 2021, according to National Geographic. “They are also a species that aquariums have been learning about and researching while in our care for decades,” Meyer said, explaining why the species was at the top of ReShark’s preference list.

8 . Canada is a vast and diverse country that offers plenty of incredible tourist destinations. From wonderful natural landscapes to lively cities, Canada has something for every traveler. Here’s a guide to some of Canada’s top tourist destinations.

Located in the Canadian Rockies, Banff National Park is a breathtaking destination known for its turquoise (绿松石) lakes, snow-covered mountains, and plentiful wildlife. Explore the landmark-Lake Louise, hike to amazing viewpoints, and spend time in the natural hot springs.

Niagara Falls is one of the world’s most famous natural attractions. Witness the steep (陡峭的) power and beauty of the grand falls from various viewpoints. Take a boat tour, visit the Butterfly Conservatory, or enjoy the lively atmosphere of Clifton Hill.

As Canada’s largest city, Toronto offers an impressive experience. Discover the famous CN Tower, explore the busy neighborhoods of Kensington Market and Distillery District, and visit world-class museums such as the Royal Ontario Museum and Art Gallery of Ontario.

Whistler is a well-known winter sports destination, famous for its world-class ski slopes and winter activities. In summer, enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and golfing in the impressive mountain scenery.

10 . Romero is an 84-year-old man. He owes his _______ to his pet dog, Palomo, who took _______ to him after he got lost in the desert for a week.

On November 27, Romero left his home for a short trip, but he didn’t come back _______. His family wasn’t _______ at first as he used to visit nearby villages in the area and would be back a few days later. However, after four days, the man’s niece, Ramona, panicked and _______ it to the local authorities.

The police with trained dogs were brought in to _______ Romero. They searched the area around, but a week after his _______, Romero was nowhere to be found. That’s when the old man’s faithful dog, Palomo, was brought in as the last _______.

According to one member of the search team, the brown dog _______ them through hills and valleys and finally to the place in the desert where Romero had been ________. His niece told the authorities that Romero sometimes had poor memory and that ________ his getting lost on his trip.

The ________ weak man was rushed to the hospital where he spent two days getting back on his feet. One officer posted online that “Palomo ________ by the hospital door day and night waiting for the ________ of its beloved Romero. The unconditional love of his pet allowed Romero to be ________ with his family”. A photo of Palomo staying by Romero’s side after he carne back home was along with these words.