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Buster Keaton, often overshadowed (使黯然失色) by the fame of Charlie Chaplin, was a comedic talent in his own right. Born in 1895, he entered show business at a young age and quickly became known for his unique brand of physical comedy. Films     1     (produce) by him are considered timeless classics.     2    , what distinguishes (区别) him from other comedians is his ability of humor, a talent     3     depth is immeasurable. He was not just a performer; he was an artist whose works continue to influence modern comedy.

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What made my childhood truly special was our next-door neighbor, Mrs. Greene, who was a retired schoolteacher then. Every weekend, I would     1     (eager) visit her. Sitting in her living room filled with books from floor to ceiling, and     2     (listen) to her tales were the best part of my week. The stories were her adventures during her younger days. I still remember the way her eyes     3     (light) up with every memory, the passion in her voice, and the life lessons. It was evident that her     4     (teach) days might have ended, but her wisdom hadn’t.

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The eight-day-long holiday of 2023 began with the Mid-Autumn Festival on Friday and included the Oct 1 National Day. It was     1     people called the longest Golden Week. Big cities like Beijing and Shanghai were favored destinations. Smaller cities, such as Chengdu and Xi’an, were also popular. In Guangzhou and Shenzhen, extra overnight high speed trains     2     (schedule) to cope with the travel increase during the long holiday. So far, both domestic and overseas travels     3     (recover)significantly with domestic travel accounting for nearly three quarters of the total.

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A school festival is an exciting event     1     brings together students, teachers and the wider community in a celebration of talent, creativity and unity. The school grounds are changed     2     a centre of colorful decorations, lively music and a wide range of     3     (activity). Students show their skills and passions through various performances. Booths and stalls(摊位) are set up to offer games,food and crafts, creating an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment. The festival serves as an opportunity for students to express     4     (they), learn new things, and build connections.

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       Recently, a video of college students in military style cotton coats to class     1     (trend) on social media platforms. With the price of down jackets increasing, cotton coats have made a major comeback this winter and stormed quite a few college     2     (campus) in Northern China. One can buy ten cotton coats     3     the price of one down jacket. Actually, a couple of people     4     (wear) the coats might be laughed at, but when a group picks them up, it’s the latest fashion.

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In America, high school grades are used to decide     1     a student is admitted into an academic program or not. However, a scientific survey shows that nearly 75% of student success is decided by other factors, often     2     (describe) as 21^st-century skills. The important things that lead to success are good study habits and stress management. In other words, the student’s ability     3     (deal) with challenges of the post-secondary world will shape their future.

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More than 3. 5 billion people worldwide spend an average of three hours a day glued to their smartphones. Researchers found that people who lowered their usage by one hour every day were     1    (happy) and reduced anxiety symptoms by more than 30%. Cutting back was more effective than total digital detox (戒瘾): People who had spent one hour less per day     2     smartphones during the one-week intervention were more likely to successfully change their habits over the long term than those     3     had put their smartphones away     4     (entire) for a week.

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China’s modern science and technology museum system     1     (attract) over one billion offline visits since 2012,     2     (play) a unique role in promoting science popularization and improving scientific literacy in the country. The system will continue to provide scientific education and popularization to the public, especially to key groups such as     3     (teenager).

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We are writing     1     (call) on everyone to take part in the Clear Your Plate campaign. It urges people to save food by not wasting anything on the dining table. You may not know over 30% of the world’s food     2     (waste) every year, while many people in poor areas do not have enough to eat. Reducing daily food waste by just 5% could save millions of people from starvation. Let’s start doing     3     we can to make the world a better place.

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City walk, a unique way to experience urban culture and lifestyle, is     1     many youngsters in China enjoy doing when they visit a new city. Traditionally, city walks were led by professional guides, following planned routes through city neighborhoods     2     (gain) insights into local history, culture, and architecture. However, recent versions of city walks in China have taken on a more casual approach. They involve wandering     3     (aimless) around the city, visiting scenic spots, and capturing (捕捉) moments. In fact, it’s simply “walking in the city.”