2 . There are times when people are so tired that they fall asleep almost anywhere. We can see there is a lot of sleeping on the bus or train on the _________ home from work in the evenings. A man will be reading the newspaper, and seconds later it _________ as if he is trying to _________ it. Or he will fall asleep on the shoulder of the stranger _________ next to him. Another place where unplanned short sleep _________ is in the lecture hall where a student will start snoring (打鼾) so _________ that the professor has to ask another student to _________ the sleeper awake.

A more embarrassing situation occurs when a student starts falling into sleep and the weight of the head pushes the arm off the _________, and the movement carries the _________ of the body along. The student wakes up on the floor with no memory of getting there. The worst time to fall asleep is when __________. Police reports are full of __________ that occur when people fall into sleep and go off the road. If the drivers are __________, they will not be seriously hurt. One woman’s car, __________, went into the river. She woke up in four feet of __________ and thought it was raining. When people are really __________, nothing will stop them from falling asleep—no matter where they are.

3 . Harbin Tourism Booms in Early 2024

As the curtains of 2024 drew open, Harbin, the northern city known for its icy charm, witnessed a tourism boom unlike any other. The city’s tourism sector received a _________ boost, gathering attention from netizens and travelers worldwide.

The local government and tourism authorities spared no _________ to prepare for this influx (人流量), ensuring that visitors were provided with the most _________ and convenient experiences. Specialties like the ice festival were very popular, with artificial intelligence used to _________ and entertain the crowds. The _________ and sincerity behind these efforts were obvious in every detail.

Harbin’s _________ rose, and it ranked among the top tourist destinations globally. This success was _________ to the city’s unique attractions, generous hospitality, and the lucky timing of the tourism boom. Visitors were impressed by the _________ shown to traditional culture and the immediacy (及时) of the local rescue teams, who were always on standby in case of any temporary inconvenience.

Netizens _________ positively on social media, praising the city’s efforts to boost its tourism sector. Some even suggested that other cities should stand in Harbin’s shoes and learn from its example. Complaints were few and far between, with most visitors agreeing that the city had __________ their stay.

The revenue (财政收入) generated by this tourism boom set a new record, __________ all previous revenue and proving that Harbin’s charm and attractions were more than just a passing fashion. The city’s tourism industry is now thriving and looks forward to an even __________ future. This success is a result of what can be achieved when sincerity, creativity, and hard work come __________.

As the world continues to assess the __________ of this tourism boom, one thing remains clear: Harbin has set a new standard for tourism excellence. We eagerly await what the future __________ for this active city.

5 . A 40-year-old mom has entered the history books by becoming the first female Olympian ever to complete a full triathlon in under 8 hours—smashing the world record by over 40 minutes.

Two-time Olympic Nicola Spirig _________ the finish line in Germany in an astonishing 7 hours, 34 minutes and 19 seconds.

She accomplished the _________ despite earlier this year breaking three ribs, fracturing (使断裂) her collarbone and puncturing a lung in a cycling accident that almost _________ her career. She recovered and went on to fulfill this lifelong triathlon ambition on the edge of ending her 20 years of international competitions and _________ the sport this year.

The _________ race in Germany was organized specifically to let two of the world’s greatest female triathletes _________ against each other, in a challenge to break the 8-hour barrier. _________ athletes broke the decade-long world record for women of 8 hours, 18 minutes and 13 seconds. Not only did Nicola smash her   _________ record of 9 hours, 14 minutes and 7 seconds, she crossed the line in a (n) _________7 hours, 34 minutes and 19 seconds—three minutes after Ironman champion Kat Matthews, a British army captain.

“Nicola has __________ the impossible and is the perfect embodiment (化身) of how the power of __________ can overcome every obstacle toward fulfilling your dreams and ultimate ambition,” says Feliciano Robayna. “__________ your career-long dream as a 40-year-old mother of three shows there is no __________ that cannot be broken.”

Beyond __________ seven 70.3 Ironman titles — and being on the stage at each half Ironman race she has ever __________ — Nicola has also managed to study to become a   lawyer.

8 . I was an avid (热衷的) list maker. I thought the lists would help me finish things more ________ so that I would have my own ________ each day. Instead, I felt tired all the time, and it was hard to fall asleep as I ________ my to-do list for the next day in my mind. I was ________ and painful.

My real turning ________ came about a few years ago. I was having the inside of our house painted. ________, I had to move all things out of the painters’ way. After the painting, I decided to think about what I would put back. I ________ many decorations because they made the rooms small and ________. And the house felt so much more open, peaceful and beautiful. When I started to hang our calendar back up, I noticed how ________ each day was. Every square was filled in. I decided to continue my ________ of the calendar.

It was near the end of July, so I ________ “clearing” August and September. I kept doctors’ appointments (预约) and family events. But I ________ extra tasks I had taken on that left me very little time to relax, read or spend time with my family. I felt a great sense of ________ after that.

I still make ________ to keep myself organized, but I am down to one page. I schedule time for myself each day — to do what I ________. The tidy beauty of our home and schedule gives me great peace and joy.

10 . After thinking it over for several weeks, I finally decide to say yes to a big life decision. The woman (me) who hasn’t _______ a bicycle even once in the past seven years is going to take on a challenge to _______ from Buckingham Palace to Windsor Castle.

Anyone who knows me will think this is just _______. I don’t enjoy sports challenges. As I am _______ my mid-40s, I am eager to prove my body is still useful and can _______ things. And I want to work towards something bigger _______ the daily travel to and from work.

I have _______ run marathons or done things alike. I just _______ friends on the sidelines when they ran the London Marathon. But in all _______, there has been an element of________ when I see their achievements. What I see on their faces when they cross the finish line are the joy and the sense of ________. They know that they have pushed themselves beyond their limits and done something ________. Now I am 43 and have a(n) ________ to know what that feels like.

Now it is the perfect time to ________ something more than the classes in the local gym, or a jog around the park and show what I can do. So I’m ________ to jump on a bike again as long before and take to the road.