It’s a long-term question for teachers: how to get children who hate physical activity to take part in PE lessons? A Northampton primary school believes it has the answer. To make the least active pupils take an interest in their fitness, a program     1     (introduce) at Lings Primary School recently. Not only have the pupils developed an interest in activities ranging from football     2     ballroom dancing, according to the school, but their school work has also improved     3     (significant).

Students now have     4     best attendance record in the country at 98 percent. The change has been achieved by simply making PE fun. Instead of     5     (climb) wall bars and running on the spot, the pupils practice exercises such as moving like     6     (animal). One routine involves crawling around the floor like a bear and moving around like gorillas, and the children try to keep their balance on the boards     7     (make) of rubber, all of     8     help stretch their muscles and improve fitness.

Baroness Campbell, who chairs the Youth Sport Trust that     9     (design) the program, said, “We want to show young people that physical activity is fun and a great way     10     (help) them learn skills that will stay with them for life.”

A skywell, or “tian jing” in Chinese, is a typical feature of a traditional home in Southern and Eastern China. They are commonly seen in homes     1     (date) back to the Ming and Qing dynasties, which     2     (design) to house different generations of relatives. Despite their varied sizes and designs, these skywells are     3     (typical) square and located in     4     heart of the house. They serve to allow in light, enhance airflow, and harvest rainwater.

Since decades ago, the government     5     (advocate) green buildings, promoting environmentally-friendly practice. The increased interest towards traditional Chinese architecture is leading to the restoration of historic buildings with skywells     6     modern use. Architects are also looking towards the principles behind skywells while designing new buildings     7     (save) energy. The Dongguan TBA Tower in Guangdong Province, for example, brings natural airflows into every floor with internal “windpipes” that function in a similar way to skywells. The aim is to keep the building’s temperature     8     (comfort) in all seasons, using only natural airflow.

The fact that skywells still exist today shows     9     clever ancient builders were in using nature’s elements to create energy-sufficient and sustainable living spaces. These timeless architectural wonders continue to inspire architects in their efforts to find a green     10     (solve) for cooling homes and buildings.

Jiangsu, known for its unique blend (融合) of innovation and preservation, is a true treasure. I was     1     (incredible) fortunate to journey through the cities of Suzhou and Nanjing, both of which left me fascinated with their true impressiveness and eagerly     2     (long) to explore further.

My first stop was Suzhou.     3     (engage) myself in the local industrial atmosphere, I chose a hotel in the “industrial park”,     4     the coexistence (并存) of advanced manufacturing (制造业) and natural beauty was most evident, as it was located on the edge of a scenic lake, embraced by a vibrant (生机勃勃的) landscape. As I adventured into the heart of the city, the Old Town’s ancient waterways led me on an     5     (explore) of history, and the classical gardens offered a glimpse (窥探) into a storied past. However,     6     truly amazed me was the “energy of Suzhou” represented by its people who have enormous respect for their city’s time-honored history as well as     7     innovative eye on the future.

Actually, the mindset of modernization with deep respect for the past isn’t only unique to Suzhou     8     an indicative (标志性) factor of Nanjing. High-rises decorate the city’s skyline, creating a distinct contrast     9     the ancient neighborhoods, temples, and buildings that     10     (occupy) previously by people. I never anticipated my expectations would be blown out of the water by “A tale of two cities”.

The Grand Canal is the     1     (long) and oldest canal in the world. It forms a vast inland waterway system in China, running from the capital Beijing in the north     2     the Zhejiang Province in the south.

Constructed in sections from the 5th century BC and completed and     3     (maintain) by several dynasties, it formed the backbone of China’s inland communications system,     4     enabled the supply of rice to feed the population. The Grand Canal     5     (reach) a new peak in the 13th century, providing an inland shipping network consisting of more than 2,000 km of artificial     6     (waterway), which linked five of the most important river basins in China, including the Huanghe River and the Changjiang River. Still the major means of internal communication today, it has played an important role in ensuring     7     prosperity (繁荣)and stability of China over the ages.

The Grand Canal is an essential technological achievement     8     (date) from before the Industrial Revolution. It     9     (be) a perfect example of dealing with difficult natural conditions, as is reflected in the many constructions that are     10     (full) adapted to the diversity and complexity of circumstances. It best demonstrates the technical capabilities of Eastern civilizations.

Ireland’s beautiful countryside has always had a great influence on its people and traditions. The country has a long history of producing great writers and poets. Its beautiful countryside excites and inspires all,    1     (offer) something for each of the     2     (sense). The     3     (peace) landscape of the “Emerald Isle” and its many green counties     4     (be)a true feast for the eyes, with its rolling green hills     5    (dot) with sheep and cattle. And down by the sea, the roar of the ocean waves and cries of the seabirds make up the music of the coast.    6     a quiet morning in the mountains, feel the sun on your skin, and breathe in the sweet scent of fresh flowers while birds greet the new day with their morning song. With all this beauty, it is not surprising     7     Ireland has developed strong traditions that include music, dancing, and dining. To have     8     chance of experiencing this, stop by a village pub and relax with a glass of wine or a local beer. Better yet, enjoy a delicious traditional Irish Beef Stew. If you’re lucky, you might be able to enjoy some traditional music and dancing, too. And if you introduce     9     (you) to a friendly face, you are more than likely     10     (experience) local culture and customs first-hand.

The beautiful Li River is one of the most well-known tourist     1     (destination) in China. However, its reputation as a top destination has had negative effects     2     the river’s water quality. Previously, water quality in the Li River had suffered greatly from an increasing volume of tourists, many of     3     frequently threw garbage into the river. Kitchens on to boats were using lots of oil, which     4     (throw) into the water. The     5     (grow) in tourism also meant the increase of the local population as well as     6     number of commercial and industrial enterprises. Chemicals used to increase crop production led to severe water quality issues,     7     (cause) a decrease in the number of fish species. A comprehensive initiative was started, with a number of measures addressing the issues such as the construction of waste water treatment facilities, strict regulations and new rules. With these measures, it is believed that the beauty of the Li River will be preserved for generations     8     (come). In addition, the     9     (ambition) “Water Ten Plan” is also now tackling water pollution across the country. Other initiatives, such as the “River Chief System”, hold senior officials responsible for reducing water pollution. With such campaigns in effect, China’s waterways     10     (head) towards a clean and sustainable future.

With time    1     (go) by, styles in Western art have changed a lot. During the Middle Ages, the main aim of painters was     2     (represent) religious themes. But it was     3     (evidence) that ideas changed when painters began to paint in a more realistic way. People in the Renaissance adopted a more humanistic attitude     4     life. During this period, rich people     5     (pay) famous artists to paint pictures of themselves, their houses and possessions as well as their     6     (activity) and achievements. By coincidence, oil paints were also developed. From the late 19th century, the Impressionists     7    paintings were thought ridiculous drew     8     (quick) to show how light and shadow fell on objects. Today, they     9     (accept) as the beginning of modern art. On the one hand, some modern art is abstract, but on    10     other hand, some is realistic. It is not easy to predict the painting styles in the future.