Tired eyes from staring at a screen all day? Give your eyes a break and dive into these audiobooks (有声读物), instead.
Ramblebook by Adam Buxton
The story of Adam Buxton's life and upbringing might not sound like the most fascinating listen, but his fans will know that he switches between humour and bitterness to produce a show that's regularly as moving as it is funny. Ramblebook is about the author's childhood, friendships, and 1980s pop culture. The audiobook is better than the hard copy because Buxton is such a friendly guide.
A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson
The word "friendly" was invented to describe Bill Bryson, and you're reminded why you hear him read his own books. Bryson's genius lies in his ability to write about hard subjects — from Shakespeare to the human body — while making them seem so easy. It will teach you about everything from the Big Bang to modern physics, without ever feeling like a lesson.
Nomad by Alan Partridge
Sometimes you just want to hear something funny, in which case, this, the third volume in Alan Partridge's memoirs (回忆录) is perfect. Having a comedian — particularly one with a voice as recognisable as Partridge's — makes more sense than reading the text. As a rule, books by comedians almost always work better on audio.
The Best of Me by David Sedaris
If you've heard the humourist David Sedaris read his autobiographical (自传的) stories on Radio 4, you'll know what to expect and are probably already a fan. Listening to the audiobook means you're listening to his story, in its own unique voice.
I was born in 1990 — the year of the white horse. A girl born under this zodiac (生肖) is believed to have a wild, steed-like (骏马般的) spirit that will block her fortunes, bringing her family trouble. These beliefs were planted in my mind as a girl growing up in South Korea. I was repeatedly told to fight against my steed-like spirit and instead try being still, gentle, and quiet.
Actually when I was young, I loved exploring the mountainous trails behind our house, examining the various soil layers in nearby fields, and generally running wild outdoors. I often returned home with soiled clothes.
In high school, I settled on a quiet career choice: I would become a lawyer. However, when I was accepted into a pre-law program, I found the courses boring. That's when a teacher said, "You could always get a science degree, and go back into law."
I took her advice and landed in the United States to study geology (地质学). Shortly thereafter, though, culture shock set in. I was not ready for the intense physical requirements of my field courses. One 6-week summer course required strenuous (费劲的) hikes, camping in extreme heat, and heavy lifting. My cultural upbringing had discouraged such "wild" activities and I had never gone on extended hikes or camps before. But other women in my program were an inspiration. I saw beauty in their strength, and I wanted to be like them.
By the end of my undergraduate degree, I had fully accepted my love of being a tough girl. And I'd given up on the idea of becoming a lawyer. My parents didn't quite know what to make of my adventurous field life. But they were supportive when I told them about the change in my career direction.
I'm now a postdoc with years of experience collecting samples in challenging field environments, and I'm thankful I resisted the cultural expectations placed on me. My wild, steed-like spirit wasn't something to suppress (压制). Instead, it led me to a career that's a perfect fit for me.
To foreigners Chinese food isn't a meal. It's an experience. Failing to order the right food and struggling with chopsticks are only parts of the adventure every time I sit down in a restaurant.
In one of our favorite Sichuan restaurants, it took 3 waiters and 15 minutes for us to order only our drinks. I simply wanted water, but my dad wanted to try the fresh juice they had listed on the menu. There were two problems, however. There were neither pictures nor English on the menu. After several hand gestures, he ended up ordering just a coca cola to simplify things.
One of our most embarrassing moments was at Xiabuxiabu, a very famous hotpot chain. As soon as we walked in, the entire restaurant seemed to stare at us. Uncomfortable already, we had the most difficulty ordering our meal, since there were so many steps to the whole process. Fortunately, the waitress was very patient and successfully gave us our food. Although it was not the best food I had in Beijing, it was certainly entertaining dropping things into the boiling pot of soup. Once, I tried picking up a dumpling to show my father and dropped it onto his pants. I looked behind me, and people were laughing secretly at my chopstick skills.
No matter how many difficulties we have regarding food, our experiences give the best stories to tell. The servers are always understanding of our situation and their friendliness is exceptional. They always greet us with a big smile even when they realize they have to clean up the noodles slipped through our clumsy chopsticks.
A lot of people ask this question: "Why is body language so important?" Studies have shown that in the process of communication, non-verbal expression has 65% to 93% more influence than actual text. This means that "how to say" is more important than "what to say". Of course, this does not mean that you don't need to do preparation for your interviews, nor does it mean that you can take any short cuts. On the contrary, this means that you have more things to pay attention to and prepare for.
In the real workplace, body language is much more important than you think. Without proper body language, you may find yourself trapped in a circle where you can't integrate with the external environment, not to mention the difficulties in the absence of body language in the workplace.
"People can often make inferences from actions, and the results of these inferences directly affect lives: for example. who will be employed and who will be promoted." Academician Amy Cuddy said in a TV talk show. She also said that "our body language will also affect our perception ( 感知, 看法)of ourselves. When you try to make more authoritative actions, your brain will inadvertently（不经意地）receive signals and actually create an idea that you are more authoritative, so that you have more confidence in yourself".
Therefore, before interviews or important meetings, try not to lean on any object or have a hunched back. Instead, you should try to keep your body relaxed. You can even stand with a relatively authoritative posture (姿势） -of course, you may need to do these things in the bathroom or places where no one could see you.
Body language plays a crucial role in your job interviews, careers, and everyday life. Paying attention to body language could make strong impacts on your behavior, which could help you achieve better results. So, every time you are nervous or feel that you can't do it, stretch your body, smile, and tell yourself "Fake it till you become it!"
More than 40 million Americans move each year, but not always by choice. Whether you're moving because of work or schooling or for better chances, adjusting (适应) to the life in a new place can be difficult. Here are some tips to help you adjust to your new home.
Treat it as an adventure.
So stay positive, get out there and explore! Taste the local food and visit famous places and museums. Try local activities that aren't popular in your former city, such as skating if you come from a beach town or surfing if you lived in the mountains. You may discover a talent or interest you never knew you had.
Get involved (参与) with your neighbors.
Introduce yourself to neighbors and everyone else you meet. This is the best way to get advice about living in your area, and to make new friends. Attend local events that interest you, visit the markets or yard sales, take classes and so on. All of these things will help you meet more people and feel connected.
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It takes time to get to know a new place, so don't expect to feel comfortable right away. To help make the process easier you can meet new people, find a support group near you. A fresh move is also a fresh start. It is therefore a great time to start fulfilling a dream you've had, whether it is going back to school, starting a new career, or finishing a novel.
A. Find what you love.
B. Give yourself time to adjust.
C. Tell them you're new in the town.
D. Be patient and go after your dream.
E. Show others the photos of your favorite places in your old town.
F. It is especially true when you don't love your new city very much.
G. Living in a new place is a great opportunity to experience new things and grow up.
When I was still a child, I read "The Snows of Kilimanjaro" by Ernest Hemingway. Reading it for the first time gave me a strong 1 to see this well-known mountain2 .
Then in my early 20s, I 3 a man who had been to Kenya. He saw and described Kilimanjaro as a mountain standing by itself in the middle of the African plain, 4 by ice on its summit (山顶). This5 my desire to see the mountain with my own eyes, and perhaps even climb it.
About 10 years later, I travelled to Havana, Cuba and spent some time6 the home of Ernest Hemingway. This trip7 my love for "The Snows of Kilimanjaro". This was a8 of my soul, and the 9 , and desires I had so long ago as a(n)10 . It was at this moment that I11 I was going to climb Kilimanjaro.
Vancouver to Africa is a great12 , so I decided to put some add-ons to my planned13 . The first would be an expedition ( 探 险 ) across the Sahara Desert,14 by travelling up the source of the Nile. It would finish at my15 goal of Kilimanjaro. This would be a journey to16 : to cross the world's greatest desert, 17 the river that moves through one of the cradles of civilization, and climb the tallest mountain in Africa.
After ending the journey, I wrote a novel which18 this trip, sharing how much I enjoyed each moment of it, and how19 each day became on its own. This remarkable and special journey will be 20 in my heart.
Space Station Rice Tests Show Promise
Chinese astronauts have successfully grown rice seedlings (幼苗) onboard the Tiangong space station.
There have been other rice (experiment) in space. But the one being conducted on Tiangong is the first of (it) kind that aims to produce the complete life cycle of the plant, which begins with a seed and ends with mature plant producing new seeds.
China launched the Wentian space laboratory into orbit on July 24. The space lab, which weighs 23 metric tons and is 17.9 meters tall, is the country's (large) spacecraft to date. Onboard (be) eight experimental payloads, including the one for the rice experiment.
"We want to investigate how microgravity affects the plant flowering time on the molecular (分子的) level whether it is possible to use the microgravity environment (control) the related process," said Zheng Huiqiong, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Flowering is a (vital) important stage for plant reproductive development.
"If we want to land on and explore Mars, food (bring) from Earth is not enough for the astronauts' long journey and mission in space. We have to find a sustainable food source long-term space explorations," Zheng said.
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改：在错的词下画一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1．每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2．只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
My favorite book is The Return of the Native by the famous English novelists Thomas Hardy. This novel was first publish in 1878. It is generally regarded his masterwork. In the novel, Thomas Hardy gives expression to his person vision of life. He points out that chances and accidents which are parts of life and he absorbs them in a theme of the novel. The story is very interesting or exciting. They may appeal especially to readers who are fond of excitements. This novel enables me to understanding life. So I like this novel better.
