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Humans may never reach Mars, but our presence is already being felt

on the Red Planet. Human proxies, in the form of rovers like

Opportunity and Curiosity, probe and pry over landscapes that have

been selected by scientists for their accessibility and scientific

potential. The Holy Grail would be for one of these wandering robots

to detect indisputable signs of life.

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Over the years, billions of dollars have been spent to explore space.

Some people think that more exploration is needed, while others

disagree. Recently, the budget for NASA was greatly reduced. In your

opinion, should more money be spent on space exploration?

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The canoe plotted a crazed path as we careered from side to side, our

best efforts seeming only to add to our plight. This was the first of

many rapids, all relatively minor, all enjoyably challenging for tourists

like us.

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This vivid history of America's fabled highway traces its

transformation from a twisting two-lane road into a 2,400-mile

highway that crosses eight states and three time zones. Route 66

opened in 1926 to facilitate faster trade and provide drivers with a

safe, paved road from Chicago to Los Angeles.

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That evening, the inspector was watching TV. There was news about a

robbery at a 24-hour pharmacy, and a video from the shop’s security

camera was shown. The robber was a big man wearing a red football

shirt and black jeans. His head was shaved and there was a tattoo

round his neck.

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It's a story about a small town doctor who finds he's making more

money by looking after the local children's pets than he is by looking

after humans. Then he gets into trouble with the police, because he

doesn't have the right sort of licence to do this and, surprise, surprise,

the children and their pets find a way to solve his problems