Qiang embroidery(羌绣)is a peculiar flower in China’s folk handicrafts and reflect the wisdom of the Qiang people. It dates back to the Han Dynasty     1     it was adopted for use on clothing. The Qiang people adore nature,     2     flowers, grasses, fruits, vegetables, and animals are used as inspiration for the embroidery’s most common patterns. This type of embroidery     3     (feature) a bold use of brilliant colors.

Chen Yunzhen, from Beichuan Qiang Autonomous County in Sichuan Province, is a master of Qiang embroidery. As part of her efforts to stop the endangered technique from disappearing, Chen began visiting the     4     (surround) regions to teach embroidery. In 2014, she established a Qiang embroidery workshop. Since then, it     5     (provide) free training to over 20,000 people. Over 500     6     (local) make a living through the workshop.

To breathe new life into Qiang embroidery, Chen has continued to keep an open mind, introducing new products     7     personal accessories(配饰), notebooks and bags in addition to the traditional clothes. With her two daughters participating, who have youthful sense of innovation, Chen’s products become     8     (popular) than before among young consumers.

According to Chen, the Qiang people do not have a     9     (write) language, so Qiang embroidery must be well preserved and developed as part of efforts to sustain its culture. For Chen, Qiang embroidery is much more than a piece of art     10     (appreciate). “If you allow it to convey its real value, it will improve more people’s lives and drive rural revitalization,” she said.

Zhang Guimei, who has dedicated her 40 years to education at China’s southwestern border,     1     (be) a “mother” for more than 170 children and a principal motivating young girls from poor families in     2     (mountain) areas.

Teaching at a middle school in Huaping county, she saw many girls drop     3     of school due to poverty. It saddened her very much and made her realize that an educated female is able to cut the intergenerational transmission of poverty and change the future of three     4     (generation). In 2002, Zhang started her preparation to build a free all-girls high school, in hope of changing the destiny of the girls in the mountain     5     lifting them out of poverty.

In 2007, Zhang went to Beijing for the 17th Communist Party of China (CPC) National Congress as a deputy. Her report,     6     title was “I have a dream” made her dream of building a free all-girls high school known to all. Later, both Lijiang and Huaping governments     7     (sponsor) her with much money for many years, Zhang’s school was completed, becoming the first free all-girls high school in China.

The school,     8     (bear) to fight against poverty, is a shelter for a number of girls in that area. During the past 13 years, the school has nurtured over 1,800 students who have made it to universities.

Zhang suffers from 23 diseases, including heart disease and emphysema, but she is still working selflessly. She gets up at 5:00 am and is always the first one among all the stuff     9     (arrive) at school. She also checks how the classes are going three times a day. Zhang has made over 1,600 family visits annually for the past 12 years, covering     10     total distance of 110,000 kilometers.

On March 31, the Eiffel Tower celebrated its 130th anniversary since it opened.

Originally planned to last only 20 years, the people of Paris     1     (wise) decided to keep it standing,     2     (recognize) its importance. Millions of people     3     (visit) the tower so far, according to its official website.

The tower was created by the French engineer Gustave Eiffel and was first intended as the main entrance     4     the 1889 World’s Fair. It was built in a little over two years and faced criticism from some locals initially. However, it quickly captured the attention of fair visitors, attracting more than two million people. It also had a     5     (practice) use as a radio antenna during World War I.

Visitors today can choose to climb 1,665 steps or take one of the original elevator cars     6     (reach) the top. At the top of the tower,     7     the tower’s administrative office is located, guests can enjoy a drink at the champagne bar on the top floor.

Today, the Eiffel Tower is a symbol of France, representing a feeling of pride and thankfulness. It is a global icon that can bring together people from different     8     (background). The tower is not only     9     popular tourist destination but also a     10     (believe) held by many who appreciate its enduring charm.

Pillows have been used in China for thousands of years and hold a significant place in Chinese culture. In modern times, we enjoy a wide range of pillows     1     (fill) with synthetic fibers, down, or feathers. However, it is interesting to explore     2     ancient Chinese people used as pillows.

    3     (base) on historical records, the development of pillows in China can be learned from various materials. Pillows used to be categorized into hard and soft types,     4     stone and wooden pillows appearing earliest in history.

The origins of pillows can be traced back to the middle Paleolithic period. During that time, people     5     (unknowing) used objects like stones, sticks, or pieces of animal skin as head support,     6     (serve) as the earliest prototypes (原型) of pillows.

References to pillows can also be found in historical     7     (document) in ancient China. For instance, a stanza of Shijing, the oldest existing collection of Chinese poetry,     8     (mention) a pillow, describing how a melancholic beauty finds it difficult to sleep.

During the Warring States period, pillows in China presented a certain level of craftsmanship and delicacy. The     9     (early) discovered pillow in China was a wooden one unearthed in     10     Chu state tomb.

At noon, the Tongxin Cafeteria near the Jing’an Temple downtown has a queue that shows its multi-generational popularity. The menu, with over 60 dishes changed daily,     1     ( cater ) to a range of tastes. For many young people who think cooking for themselves is time-consuming, the nearby community canteen is a perfect     2     (solve).

These cafeterias, once known as “ senior canteens”, were originally established to provide healthy meals     3     affordable prices to older folks who might not be getting enough nutrition at home. Shanghai government set a goal of building 200 new community canteens,     4     (bring) the total at the end of last year to 1 ,608. A basic meal with one meat dish and two vegetables costs less than 20 yuan, far     5     (cheap) than prices in downtown restaurants. And all meals     6     ( prepare ) on site with fresh ingredients. The government supports these cafeterias--sometimes with rent-free space, sometimes with     7     ( reduce ) water and electricity charges. Li Jiajun is the manager of     8     local community canteen , where he prioritizes elderly diners from 10:30 am-11:30 am and 4:30 pm -5:30 pm. Apart from those hours, people of all ages are welcome. Li said cafeteria managers are required     9     ( maintain ) detailed records, including 48-hour food samples and daily uploads to food safety platforms. This approach ensures the traceability of all ingredients. Some community cafeterias have become so popular     10     they appear on many lifestyle-sharing platforms.