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In early 2021, I hit a rut in my studies. Although I had been productive early in my graduate career, my long hours and hard work were no longer translating into success in the laboratory, and I felt hopeless about achieving my goals.

As I began to search for the cause of my struggles, I became increasingly aware that my "quiet time" at the lab bench was anything but. Instead of thinking about science, I was watching television or interacting with social media on my smartphone. Although I could mask this inefficiency (低效率) with longer hours, my work felt disorganized. Through reflection, I came to understand my problem.

To make a change, I reduced my connectivity by using a basic mobile phone without an Internet connection during work hours, and removing unnecessary apps from my smartphone when I did use it. Things didn't go smoothly in the beginning, but with time, I started reading papers during long experiments, and began a habit of writing in my down time. These practices have already made success: I am currently preparing a review article for publication with my adviser. I have also felt more engaged in meetings – coming better prepared, asking questions and taking hand-written notes. Perhaps most importantly, I have felt my anxiety about work efficiency disappear and that my disorganized work-life relationship is traded for one with clearer boundaries.

Changing my smartphone habits has also created challenges. Not all my friends have been supportive of my reduced connectivity, and I have missed messages on communication services. Yet these problems have been a small price to pay for increased productivity. So if you find yourself in this situation, I encourage you to build down time and uninterrupted study into your schedule, which could be significant for your success.

(1) What does the underlined expression "my ‘quiet time' at the lab bench was anything but" mean in paragraph 2? A. Screen time took up too much of my work hours. B. I was busy in reflecting on my work inefficiency. C. I always had a good rest quietly at the laboratory bench. D. Watching TV on my phone is always my choice during a break.
(2) According to the author, what is the major benefit of changing smartphone habits? A. Enough time to read papers. B. A good balance between work and life. C. The ability to publish scientific articles. D. More chances to attend important meetings.
(3) What can be learned from the last paragraph? A. A full schedule for study is important in determining people's career. B. The author's friends didn't support his decision on smartphone usage. C. Missed messages on communication apps didn't cause trouble to the author. D. It is worthwhile to reduce the connectivity on smartphone despite challenges.
(4) From the passage we can know that the author ____. A. cared about what others said very much B. hoped to help others by sharing his own experience C. chose to stop using his smartphone to make a change D. tried many times to improve his work efficiency but failed
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    Are you looking for some new and exciting places to take your kids to? Try some of these places.

    Visit art museums. They offer a variety of activities to excite your kids' interest. Many offer workshops for making hand-made pieces, traveling exhibits, book signings(签名) by children's favorite writers, and even musical performances and other arts.

    Head to a natural history museum. This is where kids can discover the past from dinosaur(恐龙) models to rock collections and pictures of stars in the sky. Also, ask what kind of workshops and educational programs are prepared for kids and any special events that are coming up.

    Go to a Youtheater. Look for one in your area offering plays for child and family visitors. Pre-show play shops are conducted by area artists and educators where kids can discover the secret about performing arts. Puppet(木偶) making and stage make-up are just a couple of the special offerings you might find.

    Try hands-on science. Visit one of the many hands-on science museums around the country. These science play-lands are great fun for kids and grown-ups alike. They'll keep your child mentally and physically active the whole day through while pushing buttons, experimenting, and building. When everyone is tired, enjoy a fun family science show, commonly found in these museums.

(1) If a child is interested in the universe, he probably will visit         . A. a Youtheater B. an art museum C. a natural history museum D. a hands-on science museum
(2) What can kids do at a Youtheater? A. Look at rock collections. B. See dinosaur models. C. Watch puppet making. D. Give performances.
(3) What does "hands-on science" mean in the last paragraph? A. Science games designed by kids. B. Learning science by doing things. C. A show of kids' science work. D. Reading science books.
(4) Where does this text probably come from? A. A science textbook. B. A tourist map. C. A museum guide. D. A news report.
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