The Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo, once struggling to sustain its     1     (survive), has undergone a remarkable turnaround. It has become a popular destination     2     visitors can glimpse diverse animals and appreciate the beauty and significance of life.

The man behind     3     U-turn is Shen Zhijun, an animal welfare advocate. Last August, Shen took to the Internet     4     (publicize) his decade-long reform efforts—a comprehensive campaign transforming the conventional zoo into a conservation-focused sanctuary (保护区). During his 30-minute speech     5     (title) A Zoo’s Pursuit, Shen showcased the successful changes that he had performed.

After witnessing the helpless and hopeless expressions of the animals, Shen’s team set about making changes.     6     (initial), they removed animal shows, which traditionally serve as the financial backbone of zoos. Subsequently, they transformed the park’s landscape, cleverly using the     7     (exist) mountainous terrain of Hongshan to reproduce the natural habitats of animals in the wild. Plus, they introduced “multi-level villas” where animals belonging to the same ecological zone but not occupying the base of the food chain can     8     (house) together, based on their ecological and geographical distribution.

This zoo has emerged     9     the most animal-friendly zoo in China. Striking a balance between respecting animals’ dignity and providing visitors with enjoyable experiences is a challenging task,     10     Shen’s team has successfully achieved it.

Weifang nut carving dates back to the Qing Dynasty, during     1     a craftsman (手艺人) named Wang Dayan spread the skill to the local people. Due to the strict carving skills and its rich artistic content, Weifang nut carving     2     (list) as a national intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产) in 2008.

A successor named Tan Wanhai, has studied nu t carving for the past 25 years. He was deeply impressed by a master piece     3     (inspire) by an article about a boat nu t carving. “In just a 5-cm peach pit (核), you can see a boat     4     (carry) five different people, who are all vividly (生动地) shown,” said Tan.

Yet,     5     48-year-old craftsman also admitted that the journey of bringing this kind of masterpiece to life is not a smooth sailing. “Each peach pit has     6     (it) own unique texture (纹理) like human fingerprints,” Tan said, adding that craftsmen have to study   each peach pit     7     (design) their artwork carefully. Craftsmen also need to have a wide knowledge of arts when it comes     8     carving nuts.

In recent years, Weifang nut carving artworks have been     9     (wide) welcomed by people in China. This     10     (popular), in turn, has also attracted many people to learn the skill of nut carving.

Piyingxi, or Chinese shadow puppetry is a traditional opera art among Chinese people. According to historical records, shadow puppetry originated     1     Western Han Dynasty and became popular in Ming & Qing.

Shadow puppetry is an art with a perfect     2     (combine) of light, image, sound and color. In lamp light, the shadow puppet looks crystalline (似水晶的) and graceful, with the cut-out parts brighter than     3     rest.

The performers hold joysticks in their hands that they grab, grind, roll, and press     4     (create) flowing motions, which is exactly     5     the ancient called “a million soldiers in two hands.” In addition to images, performers tell their stories in the locally popular tone with musicians     6     (play) instruments in the background.

The coloring is also an     7     (amaze) step in making a shadow figure. The favorite colors are the pure ones, most of     8     are red, green and black in practice, as yellow is the original color of the skins, and the light leaked through the cut-outs is     9     (natural) white.

The harmonious co-existence of sounds, colors, light and shadow     10     (make) shadow puppetry a colorful addition to people’s leisure time.

Shuttlecock (毽子) kicking is a traditional popular folk game,     1     (date) as far back as the Han Dynasty.The fun game gained popularity during the Tang Dynasty, when     2     (store) specializing in the shuttlecock business appeared. In the Qing Dynasty, shuttlecock kicking reached its peak in terms of both making techniques and kicking skills.

To make a feather shuttlecock, a piece of cloth wrapped around a coin     3     (need). Through the coin hole you can stick some feathers,     4     function is to delay the rising and falling of the shuttlecock.

There     5     (be) a great number of variations in styles and methods of kicking. With one leg fixed on the ground, the shuttlecock is kicked by the inner ankle of     6     other. Some other styles include kicking the shuttlecock backwards and forwards between two people. Those who advance to a high level of mastery can perform some actions that are     7     (fair) wonderful. The challenge of the increasingly difficult levels of shuttlecock kicking has made it a popular and timeless game among Chinese children.

Playing with shuttlecocks is     8     (benefit) to health. When people are kicking shuttlecocks, various parts of the body need to work together, which enhances balance capabilities and physical flexibility and helps them strengthen their legs. Besides, shuttlecock kicking is convenient     9     (play). It can be practiced just about anywhere and anytime.

Since the establishment of the Chinese Shuttlecock Kicking Association in 1987, the national shuttlecock kicking tournament has been held annually, appealing     10     people of all ages.

The fourth season of the travel reality show HAHAHAHAHA aired on Tencent’s video platform on Saturday,     1     (offer) viewers a catching glimpse (一瞥) into the travels of actors Deng Chao and Chen He, pop idol Lu Han, comedian Wang Mian, former soccer player Fan Zhiyi, and rapper Dong Baoshi as they take on an     2     (adventure) journey through Laos.

The show,     3     is different from tradition, explores abroad for the first time,     4     decision made by director Wang Zhengyu as a means     5     (improve) the artists’ creativity.     6     previous seasons crossing China’s various places, from the northern city of Mohe to Kashgar in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, the new environment promises to stir up inspiration and excitement among the performers.

“Laos people are welcoming to Chinese visitors,” Wang reflected on the kind help during the filming. “Our time in Laos offered a good understanding of     7     the Belt and Road Initiative has brought     8     (opportunity) and changes there.”

Building upon the previous three seasons, Wang notes the harmonious relationship among the five members. “At     9     (it) main feature, the reality show     10     (serve) as a source of relaxation and enjoyment for viewers.”

As an essential part and the largest organ of our body, the skin has many important functions. Therefore, getting burnt can lead to very serious     1    (injure) which need first aid in time. We can get burnt by a variety of things, like hot liquids, fire or some chemicals.     2    (depend) on the depth of skin damage, burns can be divided     3     three types first-degree burns, second-degree burns and third-degree burns.

Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival is the first international festival     1     (feature) ice and snow in China’s history. It usually     2     (start) from 5th, January every year, but some related attractions may open from the late December. During the festival, you can admire various ice     3     (lantern), snow sculptures (雕塑), ice sculptures and wonderful performances. Furthermore, many     4     (romance) activities are also held, such as a photographic exhibition, ice sculpture competitions, and a film festival.

    5     the most important part of the festival, Harbin Ice and Snow World is one of the     6     (large) ice and snow theme parks the world. It is built with ice and snow each year. Tourists can be attracted by the beautiful night view of the park, when the ice sculptures and snow sculptures     7     (decorate) by colorful lights. There are also various interesting cultural activities and winter sports     8     you can’t miss in winter of Harbin.

This year, an ice and snow amusement hall and a show stage will be put into     9     (operate). Visitors can not only soak up the winter atmosphere but also enjoy     10     visual (视觉的) feast that combines ice and snow with light through excellent ice and snow performances.

You can be happy even when you’re suffering from illness, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore the aspects of your health     1     are in your control. Exercise and sleep are particularly important when it comes     2     happiness.

Making exercise a regular habit isn’t just good for the body. It also has a     3     (power) effect on mental well-being. People who exercise regularly are happier across the board. Plus, they’re also less stressed, anxious, and     4     (depress).

It doesn’t really matter     5     kind of exercise you do, so long as you do it regularly. For the best results, aim for an hour of exercise at least five days a week. If you find something you enjoy, you’ll be more likely     6     (stick) to it. So don’t think you’re limited to     7     (go) to the gym. Find something that suits your lifestyle and preferences. If you’re having trouble thinking of activities you enjoy, think back to when you     8     (be) a kid. What sports or games did you like to play?

Also, getting quality sleep every night directly     9     (affect) your happiness, and emotional stability during the day. When you re lacking sleep, you’re much easier to stress. It’s harder to be productive, think creatively, and make wise     10     (decide). The average person needs at least 7.5 - 9 hours each night.

A 13-year project has finally come to a close. British artist Kirstie Macleod came up with The Red Dress idea     1     (explore) identity, culture and tradition through embroidery (刺绣).

After passing through the hands of 343 artists across 46     2     (country) , the final piece was assembled (拼装) into a lovingly made and beautifully designed floor-length dress. It is made from 84 pieces of silk, all of     3     were hand-embroidered by artists around the globe. They were from South Africa, Mexico, Egypt, Kenya, Japan and beyond.

The artists were encouraged to create     4     work that expressed their own identities while adding their own cultural and traditional experience. Among the artists     5     (be) refugees (难民) who escaped from the war, craftsmen who are carrying on age-old traditions     6     people who learn the art for the first time.

“Initially the project     7     (intend) to produce a dialogue of identity through embroidery and combine diverse cultures,” Kirstie Macleod says. “However, over the 13 years, the dress has also become a platform for self-expression and an opportunity for voices     8     (hear).” The finished dress was worn by several of the artists who helped create the piece,     9     (bring) an added sense of completion to the project. Now, the completed and     10     (full) assembled red dress is going on tour to be displayed at galleries and museums across the globe.

Yang Jiang was a well-known Chinese playwright, translator, and author. She belonged to     1     unique and beautiful existence in Chinese literature. She was the first Chinese academic     2    (translate) Miguel de Cervantes’ Spanish novel Don Quixote to Chinese and at that time, her translation     3     (honor) as the recreation of the original work       4     the basis of loyalty.

Yang was born into a rich family in 1911,     5    (original)named Yang Jikang. After eventually     6     (graduate) from Soochow University, she enrolled at the graduate school of Tsinghua University. She met her husband there, Qian Zhongshu, another acclaimed writer in China.

Other than translations, Yang     7     (author) many plays, novels, and essays during her writing career. Her short novel Mr. Wang,     8    (write) in 1984, was selected as an article in the textbook. In 1986, she got the Civil Order of Alfonso X the Wise, a famous Spanish civil order, for her     9     (achieve) in Don Quixote. Her bestseller was We Three in 2003,     10     sales exceeded 180,000 copies in two months. Yang passed away in 2016, at the age of 105.