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Here are some new ideas to help you keep busy and enjoy yourself during the holiday. By trying these activities, you’ll not only fill your time but also create meaningful memories.
Keep a houseplant
It’s fun to watch a houseplant grow from small to big. You can learn the beauty of life from it. It can also make the room look greener and more pleasant!
Decorate cookies
Decorating cookies is a great activity to enjoy with your family. You can design anything you like on the cookies. And the best part? You can eat them later!
Watch stars
On a clear night, get a chair and go sit outside. Look up at the pretty night sky. You can see endless twinkling stars in the deep blue background. You’ll find the sky is enormous while you yourself are small.
Make a family photo album
A family photo album is very special. Print out your favourite photos from the past year and make them into an album. This will help you keep those happy memories.
() 1. Which of the following is a benefit of keeping a houseplant according to the passage?
A. It shows the beauty of life.
B. It makes the small house look bigger.
C. It helps keep the room clean.
D. It can be a nice dish on the table.
() 2. What is the most suitable if you like designing and eating something sweet?
A. Watch stars.
B. Make a family photo album.
C. Keep a houseplant.
D. Decorate cookies.
() 3. What does the underlined word “enormous” mean?
A. large
B. beautiful
C. dark
D. clear
() 4. What can we infer about making a family photo album from the passage?
A. We need a good camera.
B. It leaves something special to the whole family.
C. It is only fun for people who love taking photos.
D. We can only print photos in a print shop.
() 5. What is the best title for the passage?
A. Heavy housework
B. Have a busy and meaningful holiday
C. Plans for the holiday
D. How to design a holiday

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DIY makes it possible for you to design your house and save money at the same time.
1 It is said that nearly 80% of people make mistakes while doing DIY. Here are three of the biggest mistakes they often make.
Taking on too much
More than 40% of the people find DIY more difficult and expensive than they thought. By taking on a task that needs more time or skills than you have, you may end up with a big mess. “ ______ 2 ______ If you’re doing it just to save money, you might need to think twice. Without the time, tools and talent to do it correctly, mistakes may cost you more than paying others to help from the beginning,” said Bailey Carson, a home care expert.
Using the wrong tools
A third of people use the wrong tools when they do DIY, which makes the job more difficult and less safe. 3 If you use them for other tasks, you may get hurt. Always use correct tools and make sure you know how to use them.
Not putting safety first
4 According to a survey, nearly half of the people said that the mistake led to serious problems while 44% started a fire or fell off a roof or a ladder. Take your time and follow all safety rules. 5
A. Many tools are designed for special uses and materials.
B. DIY mistakes can be not only costly but dangerous.
C. It’s important to think about why you want to do DIY.
D. Most tools are very dangerous and often do harm to people.
E. Wear dust masks, safety glasses, hearing protection or gloves to protect yourself.
F. However, even with step-by-step instructions, DIY doesn’t always go as planned.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.