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21 The Bottled Water1.The bottled water used can be sourced from public water sources,/ and the purity and safety depend largely on the regulation of quality adopted within a country./2.The regulation conducted and recorded ensures that/ the bottled waters quality is safe./3.The label on the bottled water container or bottle accurately reflects bottle contents,/or at least it is expected to./4.In many developing and under-developed nations,/these standards are variable./5.This makes the safety of the bottled water controversial./6.There is no doubt about the convenience of bottled water relative to boiling./7.However,bottled water may provide a possibility to unsafe drinking water/only for those who can afford it./8.The sales of bottled water have surpassed the sales of all other drinks, except some soft drinks./9/And the bottled water companies make good money/even though the popularity of bottled water has been criticized by environmentalist, economists and care-takers and givers.22 Online Education1.Online education,or distance learning,has really taken on a life of its own in the past few tears./2.With the availability of the Internet,/it is becoming easier and easier to join one of the approved online colleges/and to get your degree online,/3.These colleges are spread out all over the world./4.If you are truly getting your education online/then you dont have to be in the same city/as if you were getting your degree locally./5.You simply log into the classroom every day to get your assignments,/then you upload them in order to get your grade./6.There isnt even a need to meet the teachers or other students/and you can do it at any time of the day./7.Therefore,it wont interfere with your work schedule or your life in general./8.And the great news is that employers are recognizing more and more that/an online education is a great way to go.23 Red Wolves1. Red wolves present a characteristic red colored fur / which is more obvious behind the ears and in the neck and legs. / 2. Other than these parts, / the fur color of red wolves is brown with black shading in the back and tail. / 3. Their big ears help them overcome hot and humid climatic conditions. / 4. The average size of red wolves is 4 feet in length, 20 inches tall and weight about 45 to 80 pounds. / 5. Generally, red wolves attain sexual maturity at the age of 22 months; / however, there are some species that attain within 10 months. / 6. The breeding season of red wolves is during February and March / and their pregnancy period is about 2 months. / 7. Females give birth to about 1 to 10 children one time around March to April. / 8. The newly borns usually stay with their parents about two years, / after which, they spread around the wild. / 9. The lifespan of red wolves is around 7 or 8 years in the wild / and about 15 years in captivity. (160 words)24 The Earth Day1. Our Planet Earth has so much to give us. / 2. From the beautiful natural surroundings to the rich types of creatures, / Planet Earth has loads of things to offer / that only make the life more beautiful. / 3. However, have you given a thought to of how many individuals actually respect this planet? / 4. April 22nd is known the world over as Earth Day. / 5. It is celebrated to create more awareness about our planet / and situations that we need to take care of / to ensure our Planet Earth is well loved and cared for. / 6. As things are, we need to celebrate it on one day / to remind us of the responsibilities we need to handle in the coming years. / 7. The importance of Planet Earth is something / that should be taught to children in their early years, at home and in the school. / 8. Only then will the young and old alike, understanding the issues / such as global warming, energy conservation and the importance of recycling. (159 words)Passage 25Car Alarm SystemCar alarm systems are basic ways to keep thieves away./The first car alarm system was designed in 1896./Nowadays every car is fitted with advanced electronic sound alarm system./Though car alarm systems do not always stop the theft from happening but they do create troubles,/ which act as alarms for both the owner of the car and the thief./There have been innumerable cases/ when in spite of the car alarm system being there,/ the vehicle has been stolen,/ because at times the car alarm system fails to understand what exactly is a car theft./Experts are of the opinion that/ nowadays thefts occur in spite of the alarm system being there/ because nobody bothers much about it./People do not pay attention because alarm systems sound/ even when there is a strong wind or a pet trying to interfere with the vehicle./Moreover, thieves are designing newer ways to make new technologies that are being used failed.(160 words)Passage 26Domestic Violence and AbuseDomestic abuse occurs when one person in an intimate relationship or marriage tries to dominate and control the other person./An abuser doesnt play fair./He or she uses fear, guilt, and shame to wear you down and gain complete power over you./He or she may threaten you, hurt you, or hurt those around you./Domestic abuse that includes physical violence is called domestic violence./Victims of domestic abuse or domestic violence may be men or women,/although women are more commonly victimized./Except for the gender difference, domestic abuse doesnt discriminate./It happens within all age ranges, ethnic backgrounds, and financial levels./The abuse may occur during a relationship,/ while the couple is breaking up, or after the relationship has ended./Despite what many people believe,/ domestic violence is not due to the abusers loss of control over his behavior./Actually, violence is a deliberate choice made by the abuser/ in order to take control over his wife or partner.(165words)Passage 27Differences between Chinese and Western Eating HabitsThere are great differences between Chinese and Western eating habits./2.Unlike the West, where everyone has their own plate of food,/in China the dishes are placed on the table and everybody shares./3.If you are being treated by a Chinese host,/be prepared for a ton of food ./4.Chinese are very proud of their culture of cuisine/and will do their best to show their hospitality./5.And sometimes the Chinese hosts use their chopsticks to put food in your bowl or plate./6.This is a sign of politeness./7.The appropriate thing to do would be to eat the whatever-it-is/and say how tasty it is./If you feel uncomfortable with this,/you can just say a polite thank-you and leave the food there./9.And you should never tap on your bowl with your chopsticks,/which can be very insulting to the host.Passage 28Water Pollution1.When toxic substances enter lakes, streams, rivers, oceans, and other water bodies,/they get dissolved or lie suspended in water or get deposited on the bed./2.This results in the pollution of water whereby the quality of the water deteriorates,/affecting aquatic ecosystems./3.Pollutants can also go down and affect the groundwater deposits./4.Water pollution has many sources./5.The most polluting of them are the city sewage and industrial waste discharged into the rivers./6.The facilities to treat waste water are not adequate in any city in India./7.Presently,only about 10% of the waste water generated is treated;/the rest is discharged as it is into our water bodies. Due to this, pollutants enter ground water, rivers and other water bodies. /9.Such water, which ultimately ends up in our households,/is often highly polluted and carries disease-causing bacteria./10.Agricultural run-off, or the water from the fields that drains into rivers,/is another major water pollutant as it contains fertilizers and pesticides.29 Listening SkillsCommunication with others involves learning, listening skills. / It is a good feeling when someone listen to you / when youre talking to them. / It makes you feel like they care about you and what you are saying. / The same respect should be given to people that are speaking to you. / Controlling the conversation or interrupting constantly with your views or suggestions / is not listening to the other person. / Listening closely and then responding at the appropriate time makes a good conversation. / Making comments at the correct time lets the speaker know what youre interested / and can help you stay centered on the conversation. / Asking good questions about the subject will show you want to know more about it. / Try not to ask too many questions with the word why. / People might not know the answer and wont be able to respond to the question. / Always, let the person finish what theyre saying / before you talk about something else.30 MarketingMarketing is the process of planning and executing the conception, / pricing, promotion and distrib