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I decided to finally tackle my grandmother's legendary beef stew recipe, a dish she was famous for. The ingredient list was intimidatingly long, so I spent the entire morning at the market carefully selecting each item. (23) __________. (24) __________

Before the late 19th century, homes and businesses relied on gas lamps for light. However, this all (25) __________ in 1882 when Thomas Edison opened the Pearl Street Station in New York City. This station is often considered the world's first central power plant. It was designed to provide electricity to a small area of Manhattan. The station used huge steam engines to (26) __________ power for its large generators. The electricity (27) __________ was direct current (DC), which had significant limitations. For example, it could only travel about 1.5 kilometers from the station before losing its power.

(28) __________, the Pearl Street Station was a revolutionary achievement. It powered about 3,000 lamps for 85 customers (29) __________ were located nearby. This marked the beginning of the electrical age and set a precedent for future power systems. The model of a central station providing power to many users (30) __________ by power companies all over the world. It fundamentally changed how people lived and worked.

What exactly is a 'carbon footprint'? It is the total amount of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, that are generated by our individual actions. Everything from the food we eat to the way we travel contributes to this total. For example, the electricity used to power our homes and the fuel burned by the motorbike we take to school both create emissions that affect our planet’s climate. Understanding this concept is the first step towards making a positive change.

As a developing nation, Vietnam has experienced rapid economic growth. This progress, while beneficial, has also led to an increase in the country's average carbon footprint. To address this, the Vietnamese government is implementing strategies to promote a low-carbon economy. The national plan aims to balance development with environmental protection, ensuring that as the country prospers, its environmental impact, or footprint, does not grow uncontrollably. The goal is to manage it sustainably for the future.

For teenagers, this global issue has very personal connections. The choice between riding a motorbike or a bicycle to school has a direct effect on the environment. Even seemingly minor actions, like how long you charge your smartphone or the type of snacks you buy, add up. It shows that your daily habits, both big and small, have a real and measurable consequence on the world. Your choices truly matter more than you might think.

The good news is that reducing your carbon footprint isn't overly complicated. You can make a difference by taking simple steps. For instance, you could use public transport more often, remember to turn off lights when you leave a room, or choose locally grown food to reduce transport-related emissions. When many people make these small changes together, the collective impact can be enormous and help protect our environment for future generations.

In the past, youth sports were primarily a local affair. Children played on teams with their neighbors and school friends, (37) __________. This shared experience was a cornerstone of many childhoods.

However, there has been a significant shift towards highly competitive travel teams. These elite teams recruit talented players from a much wider geographic area, (38) __________. As a result, the deep-rooted, everyday connections once formed on the neighborhood field are changing.

While travel teams offer advanced coaching and higher levels of competition, this intense focus can negatively impact local social circles, (39) __________. The demanding schedules, often filled with long-distance travel for weekend tournaments, also play a major role, (40) __________.

A. leaving less time for the spontaneous, unstructured play that builds local friendships

B. further reducing opportunities for casual hangouts with neighborhood friends

C. meaning teammates often do not live near each other or attend the same school

D. creating strong community bonds right in their own neighborhoods