2 . As the college entrance examination approaches, you will feel that you lack the ability to control the emotions.     1    . The following methods teach you how to control your emotions well before an exam.

First, take a deep breath and stay calm. Finding peace and staying relaxed is all about being in the present moment and not bombarding your mind with too many worries about the future. All that you have now is the current moment.    2    .   

Have to accept that how you show your emotions has a very real effect on others. If you find yourself getting angry at your fellow peers at school, there might still be some understanding from those who are going through similar feelings as you are.     3    . Family members and those who generally aren’t as able to empathize (产生共鸣) as well with your current feelings and situation may take your anger as a personal insult (侮辱).

Learn to handle your emotions. When you start feeling boiling anger rising inside you, consider if you really need to convert that negative energy into action or comment.     4     Taking time to think through these emotions and giving yourself 10 seconds to calm down and consider things. Being angry only builds walls between you and others, making it difficult for loved ones to help.

    5    . Talking your feelings over with others will help you realize that there is no reason to be anxious or worried. Also, reach out to your family. I’m sure that when they were students they also went through similar pressures.

4 . Born in Wuzhen in Zhejiang, Qian Lihuai has a unique bond with bamboo and whether it’s in the form of indoor bamboo bonsai or backyard bamboo groves, the material is an essential element in his home.

Qian grew up in the village known for its bamboo weaving and after studying industrial design at the Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, he began to develop an interest in the technique, learning how to do it himself.

He also traveled widely in Hunan, Hubei, Sichuan and Yunnan provinces to learn local bamboo weaving techniques. “The variations are quite large in amount across the regions, and bamboo weaving comes in a wide arrange of forms. It’s sometimes used to make agricultural tools, sometimes to make daily necessities, and sometimes for artistic purposes.” Qian said. “In Wuzhen, each place focuses on producing a specific item. For instance, our village’s distinguishing feature is in making bamboo trays especially for raising silkworms.”

During a visit to a traditional basket maker in Shengzhou, Zhejiang, Qian saw that instead of using nails to fasten the basket together, the craftsman used a slanting (倾斜的) cut on the bamboo to create a precise fit that caused the joint to not be noticed. “I rarely encounter such a level of craftsmanship. He even creates small molds and modifies tools himself to improve the weaving process,” Qian says.

During his visits, he was moved by the dedication of the weavers to their craft. These experiences inspired him to return to his hometown of Wuzhen and throw himself into the bamboo weaving industry in 2013.

Bamboo techniques he has developed or improved are now widely used in everything from home furnishings to clothing, part of a growing trend toward replacing the use of plastic with bamboo, that demonstrates a continuity of the traditional Chinese culture in which bamboo has long been cherished as a topic for arts and a material for daily objects that we use in our home.

The Zhagana village in Gannan Tibetan autonomous prefecture, Gansu province, was recently named Best Tourism Village of 2023 by the United Nations World Tourism Organization.

Zhagana, which means “stone box” in the Tibetan language, is located at an altitude of 3,000 to 3,300 meters and is surrounded by mountains, with the highest peak reaching 4,500 meters. The steep mountains and Tibetan-style houses constitute a “grand stone palace” or an ancient city constructed by natural rock walls.

Xiajiang village, located in East China’s Zhejiang province, has earned a prestigious spot on the UNWTO’s list of “Best Tourism Villages.” This idyllic village is renowned for its unspoiled natural beauty and a profound cultural heritage that spans from traditional folk culture to historical “red culture”.

As a mountain dwelling village in Wuyuan county of East China’s Jiangxi province, Huangling has transformed from a poverty-stricken village into a rural tourism hot spot.

The village, rated as a national AAAA scenic spot (the second highest level for tourist attractions in China), draws worldwide visitors throughout the year to view its picturesque landscape.

Zhujiawan village, situated in Zhashui county, Shangluo city, covers a sprawling area of 126 square kilometers and boasts an abundance of over 1,200 species of diverse animals and plant resources. The village’s cultural tapestry is vibrant, showcasing 25 intangible cultural treasures, including the Zhashui Fish Drum and traditional brewing practices. Additionally, it is home to 17 tangible cultural assets, such as ancient Qinling aMountain houses, time-worn road remnants and the historic Xiaoyi Hall site.

7 . Dormitory life has not only transformed me — a timid (胆小的) girl — into a more _______ individual, but has also healed the _______ deep within my heart. During my first night in the dorm, moonlight poured in through the window and a wave of loneliness _______ me. With no friends by my side, I stayed _______ as tears rolled down my cheeks. I was overwhelmed by a sense of helplessness. At that moment, one of my roommates noticed my sadness and asked me if I _______ my parents. I nodded, and then she took hold of my hands and gave me a hug. I felt comforted by her _______. Besides this touching moment, my roommates taught me life skills like doing laundry (洗衣) quickly and buying _______ items. Their guidance was like a _______ in the fog. 

Four girls in my dormitory share a mutual love for music. As we got to know each other better, we decided to form a band to create harmonious melodies (旋律) together.

I was the lead singer of our band, _______ I was too shy and couldn’t sing well. Luckily, __________ my roommates’ encouragement, I was able to showcase my talent and   __________ the best in me, which __________ made me more confident. As our band improved, we signed up for a singing competition and even won second place! Our band not only gained __________ among our classmates, but also became a symbol of unity and friendship.

I am truly grateful for the __________ of our band and the friendship between us. I have to say that living in the dorm has indeed given me a __________ sense of community and shaped who I am today.

8 . To everyone’s surprise, Huawei launched the newest handset, the Mate 60 Pro, equipped with a 5G application processor and satellite phone function, without any prior announcement. This left many Chinese feeling amazed.

With the international situation becoming increasingly challenging, Huawei was encountering significant financial issues. For instance, its revenue (收入) in 2021 declined nearly 30 percent, according to its annual report. For a company like Huawei, this was a major shock and could pose a persistent problem that needed immediate attention. Therefore, it was crucial for Huawei to have its own core technology, especially when it came to chips. Developing chips is a lengthy, demanding, and labor-intensive (劳动密集型的) process, but this didn’t stop Huawei. Instead of purchasing or leasing products from other countries, Huawei decided to invest heavily in research and development.

Huawei’s difficulties are similar to those faced by modern China in its early days. During that time, China lacked advanced technology. Despite this, China managed to develop its own atomic bombs, aircraft carriers, satellites, and fighter jets starting from zero. These advancements guided the country to prosperity and power.

As a storm of trouble approached, Huawei chose to confront it rather than give up. Huawei’s attitude of struggling and pushing ahead is the best presentation of the Chinese national spirit and serves as an example for others to follow. In the face of life’s unknown challenges, the key is to look ahead and not give in.

9 . We all need sleep, but for many it comes out of living for all kinds of reasons.

For Chen Danhong, 28, who works for a technology company in Beijing, the day really just begins after about 8 p.m. “When I get home, I’m feeling tired, but that suddenly turns to excitement and I go on the internet, read books or watch movies. I’ll be playing video games and always saying to myself, ‘OK, this is the last one’. Before I know it, it’s 2 o’clock. It’s the same with watching TV. Before I realize it, it’s 4 o’clock.”

For Chen, breaking promises about getting enough sleep has become a way of life. “I know that if things go on like this, it’s going to take a toll on my health, but I just can’t help myself.”

Chen is suffering from what is called unforced sleeplessness (失眠), a term borrowed from tennis, in which an unforced error refers to a mistake that occurs when there is no pressure.

Common symptoms include falling asleep later than 2 am, with the average time taken to fall asleep being less than two hours. Young people in cities are most likely to have such symptoms, according to the 2020 Chinese National Healthy Sleep White Paper by the China Sleep Research Association. Common causes are loneliness, overtime sequelae, excessive stress and emotional disorders.