Textese (also known as chatspeak, texting language, or txt talk) is a term for the abbreviations and slang most commonly used among young people today. The __21__ of textese is largely due to the necessary brevity of mobile phone text messaging, though its use is also very common on the Internet, including e-mail and instant messaging. 

 There are no__ 22__ rules for writing textese. However, the common practice is to use single letters, pictures, or numbers to represent whole words. For example, “i ＜3 u” uses the picture 23 of a heart “＜3” for “love,” and the letter “u” to __24__ “you.” For words which have no common abbreviation, textese users often __25__ the vowels from a word, and the reader is forced to interpret a string of consonants by re-adding the vowels. Thus, “dictionary” becomes “dctnry,” and “keyboard” becomes “kybrd.” The reader must interpret the __26__ words depending on the context in which it is used, as there are many examples of words or phrases which use the same abbreviations. So if someone says “ttyl, lol” they probably mean “talk to you later, lots of love” not “talk to you later, laugh out loud,” and if someone says “omg, lol” they most __27__ mean “oh my god, laugh out loud” not “oh my god, lots of love.”
      The emergence of textese is clearly due to a desire to type less and to communicate more __28__ than one can manage without such shortcuts. Yet it has been severely __29__   as “wrecking our language.” Some scholars even consider the use of textese as “irritating” and essentially lazy behavior. They’re worried that “sloppy” habits gained while using textese will result in students’ growing __30__ of proper spelling, grammar and punctuation.

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 The puppet performance is typically __22__ by a small orchestra. The backstage music is directed by the drum player. The drummer needs to pay attention to what is going on in the plot and follow the rhythm of the characters. He also uses the drum to __23__ the other musicians. There are generally around four to five musicians who perform the backstage music. The form of music used is often associated with various performance __24__ , including acrobatics and skills like window-jumping, stage movement, and fighting. Sometimes unusual animal puppets also appear on stage for extra __25__ , especially for children in the audience. 

        In general, a show needs two performers. The main performer is generally the chief or __26__ of the troupe. He is the one in charge of the whole show, manipulating the main puppets, singing, and narrating. The __27__ performer manipulates the puppets to coordinate with the main performer. He also changes the costumes of the puppets, and takes care of the stage. The relationship between the main performer and his partner is one of master and apprentice. Frequently, the master trains his sons to eventually 28 him as puppet masters. 

        Budaixi troupes are often hired to perform at processions and festivals held in honor of local gods, and on happy __29__    such as weddings, births, and promotions. The main purpose of Budaixi is to __30__ and offer thanks to the deities. The shows also serve as a popular means of folk entertainment.
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        Brushing your teeth regularly will help you maintain a healthy smile. But that smile won’t last long if you don’t take proper care of your toothbrush and switch to a new one often. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), toothbrushes can harbor bacteria. These germs come from the mouth and can  11   in toothbrushes over time. 

        Many Americans replace their toothbrushes only once or twice a year. The ADA, however, recommends  12   a new toothbrush every three to four months. Children’s toothbrushes may need to be changed more  13   . 

        During those three to four months of use, there are several ways to keep a toothbrush clean.  14   , rinse your toothbrush thoroughly with tap water after use, making sure to remove any toothpaste and debris. Store your toothbrush in an upright position, and let  15  air dry. Most importantly, do not share toothbrushes.