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Influencer marketing has become one of the most powerful tools that companies use to reach young consumers. Unlike traditional advertisements, which often ①feel distant and impersonal, posts ②creating by influencers seem more like advice from a trusted friend. This sense of closeness, built through years of sharing daily life online, ③makes followers more willing to trust product recommendations than ordinary commercials. However, this trust can be exploited when influencers promote products they have never actually ④tried. As a result, several countries now require influencers ⑤to clearly disclose paid partnerships before posting sponsored content.

Food poisoning cases increase sharply during the hot summer months, and high temperatures ①allowing bacteria to grow quickly in food that is not stored properly. Make sure that meat, fish, and eggs ②are cooked thoroughly, since undercooked food can carry harmful bacteria. Keep perishable food in the refrigerator, and never ③leave it out at room temperature for more than two hours. It is also important ④to use separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables. If you experience symptoms such as stomach pain, ⑤seek medical attention promptly.

Sociologist Mark Granovetter challenged a common assumption when he found that job seekers were more likely to hear about new opportunities from casual acquaintances than from close friends and family. This finding, published as the strength of weak ties, rests on a structural insight: close friends tend to belong to the same tight social circle and therefore already share most of the same information, whereas casual acquaintances typically move in ①different circles and can act as bridges to information a person would otherwise never encounter. Weak ties, precisely because they connect otherwise ②separate networks, transmit novel information more efficiently than the redundant, overlapping ties within a tightly bonded group. Granovetter's insight has since been applied well beyond job searches, informing research on how innovations ③spread, how political movements recruit new members, and how epidemics travel through a population, suggesting that casual relationships may ④quietly determine access to opportunities that shape an entire career, a conclusion most researchers now consider entirely ⑤implausible.

Good afternoon, everyone! Our town invites students to join a special tree-planting volunteer day next month. This event aims to restore a small forest damaged by last year's fire near the river. Volunteers will meet at the community center at nine in the morning and travel together by bus. Please wear old clothes and shoes that you do not mind getting dirty during the activity. _______________. For example, rangers will show volunteers how to dig proper holes without harming the tree roots. In contrast, planting too shallowly often causes young trees to die within a few months. Therefore, careful instructions must be followed closely by every volunteer. Water and snacks, prepared by the town office, will be provided for free. Students interested in joining should register online before next Wednesday.

When summer vacation began, I decided to make a daily schedule so that I would not waste my free time. At first, my plan was too strict, with study sessions packed back to back and almost no breaks. After only three days, I felt exhausted and gave up on the schedule completely. This experience taught me that ___________. My older sister suggested that I make a more realistic plan instead, with just two or three main goals for each day and short breaks between tasks.

Building brand loyalty has traditionally been considered one of the most valuable goals in marketing, since loyal customers tend to spend more and recommend products to others. Companies invest significant resources in loyalty programs, offering points, discounts, and exclusive access to encourage repeat purchases. However, some critics argue that these programs manipulate consumers into staying with a brand out of habit rather than genuine satisfaction. Genuine loyalty, they contend, should be earned through consistent quality and honest treatment of customers, not through artificial incentives that merely delay a customer's departure. As markets become more competitive, relying solely on loyalty programs without addressing underlying product quality may ultimately backfire. Therefore, companies should treat loyalty ___________.

The subscription economy has changed the way many people think about ownership. (A) As a result, companies can predict their income more accurately and plan their operations accordingly. (B) Rather than buying products outright, consumers increasingly prefer paying small recurring fees for continued access. (C) This shift benefits businesses as well, since steady monthly payments create a stable source of revenue.

The Hillside Community Center is recruiting student volunteers for its summer programs. (A) No prior experience is necessary, since training will be provided on the first day. (B) Volunteers will help with tutoring younger children, organizing books, and assisting elderly residents. (C) Because the number of positions is limited, students should apply online before July 10th.

The Greenfield Public Library has prepared several special programs for students this summer. (A) In addition, a special lecture series will invite professionals from various fields to speak with students. (B) From July 20th to August 14th, students can join reading clubs and writing workshops held every weekday. (C) Since all programs are free but space is limited, interested students should register in advance.

The city operates free cooling centers to help residents cope with extreme summer heat. (A) Most locations are open from nine in the morning until six in the evening, seven days a week. (B) These centers, located in community halls and libraries, offer air-conditioned spaces free of charge. (C) Since there is no cost and no reservation is required, residents are encouraged to visit whenever needed.