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1、 Signs of Healthy Friendships
Once in a while it’s helpful to see if your friendship is as healthy as it can be. You might get used to a friendship over time to the point where you don’t see the room for improvement. And since great friendships are priceless, you should always surround yourself with the kind of people who will lift your spirits, make you laugh, and remind (提醒) you that you are loved. ①characteristics (特征) that strong friendships share.
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② Friends make you feel comfortable with yourself, so you don’t need to act like someone you’re not. Your friends know your shortcomings and love you anyway. You are perhaps the \ A healthy friendship includes plenty of gentle honesty. True friends won’t pretend just to avoid an argument (争论). ③ As a result, you’ll know
where you stand with your friends and won’t be afraid to share your true opinions. They argue in a healthy way.
One of the biggest misunderstandings about good friends is that they never fight. But let’s face it: everyone fights. ④ In fact, voicing your
opinions freely will cause you to disagree from time to time and that’s okay. Healthy friendships mean you can be friends with someone else, too.
⑤ That’s why great friends will improve your relationship yet
still encourage you to meet people and try new things without them. A healthy friendship means that sometimes the two of you spend time apart, and that’s okay. A. Arguing isn’t unhealthy.
B. Is your friendship as healthy as it can be? C. Good friends dine out together from time to time. D. Good friends are real and honest with each other.
E. With an unhealthy friendship, you know clearly that something is \F. Even if you have the best friend, it doesn’t hurt to expand your social circle. G. In a positive friendship, your friends won’t lie to you, and they won’t hurt your feelings either.
2、Remembering names is an important social skill. Here are some ways to master it. ● Recite and repeat in conversation. When you hear a person’s name ,repeat it.① . You could also repeat the name in a way that does not sound forced or artificial.
● Ask the other person to recite and repeat.② . After you’ve been introduced to someone, ask that person to spell the name and pronounce it correctly for you. Most people will be pleased by the effort you’re making to learn their names.
●③ . Admitting that you can’t remember someone’s name can actually make people relaxed. Most of them will feel sympathy (同情) if you say,“I’m working to remember names better. Yours is right on the tip of my tongue. What is it again?”
● Use associations (联想) ④ . For example, you could make a mental note: “Vicki Cheng—tall, black hair.” To reinforce (强迫) your associations , ,write them on a small card as soon as possible.
● Limit the number of new names you learn at one time. When meeting a group of people, concentrate (全神贯注) on remembering just two or three names.⑤ . Few of the people in mass introductions expect you to
remember their names. Another way is to limit yourself to learning just first names. Last names can come later. A. Admit you don’t know. B. Recite and repeat names.
C. Free yourself from remembering everyone.
D. You can let other people help you remember their names.
E. If you can’t remember someone’s name , you may tell him the truth. F. Immediately say it to yourself several times without moving your lips. G. Link each person you meet with one thing you find interesting or unusual. 3、根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
We accomplish our goals one step at a time, doing a little each day. So, starting your day on the right foot is most important. ①__________ ■ Get up an hour early.
People who get up early in the morning have a jump on the day. In American English, we like to say, “The early bird gets the worm.” ②__________ This expressions means that people who rise up early have a head start and, therefore, are more likely to succeed.
■ Don’t answer e-mail or jump into social media as soon as you get up. We’ve all done it. You see a Facebook post from a friend you haven’t seen for a long time. He is angry about some political issue and the heated discussion pulls you in. ③__________ You hurry out the door so as not to be late for work. This is not the best way to start your day. ■ Exercise!
Physical fitness experts and trainers often suggest some form of exercise in the morning because the middle of the day is a busy time for most people. By the day’s end, you may not have the time or energy to exercise. ④__________ ■ Think about your day at night.
Take time at the end of the day to think back on all the things that have happened. ⑤__________ It may help you to prepare if you take a few minutes to think about what you need to do the next day.
A. And spend a little time to think about tomorrow. B. Here, if you’re a bird, the worm is the reward.
C. In fact, the morning may be the most productive part of your day. D. Exercising in the morning prevents that from happening. E. Avoid jumping into social media as soon as you get up. F. Here are four ideas on how to start your day off right. G. Before you know it, an hour has passed.
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If you think your vocabulary is weak, a little effort every day over six to nine months can go a long way in improving it. Here are some tips for increasing your vocabulary.
①____________ You may be comfortable reading a particular part but make an effort to read different articles on every page. The editorial (社论的) page is highly recommended not only for vocabulary but also for structuring and presenting thoughts. And there are different articles in the newspaper every day.
Make it a habit to read a new book every week. It is not surprising that those who read a lot of books develop good vocabulary. ②____________ Make a list of words that are new to you and look up their meanings in the dictionary.
Watching English movies and television shows. It is important for improving English and learning new English words. It’s an interesting way to add the number of your vocabulary. ③____________
Use vocabulary cards. Vocabulary cards are used by students who are trying to learn many words in a short time. You can make your own cards by writing the word on one side and the meaning on the other side of a piece of paper. ④____________ Use the Internet. The Internet is an unlimited (无限制的) resource for reading material. ⑤____________ You will come across plenty of material to read, which you might find interesting, and important. The Internet will also introduce you to new words. Be sure to look them up in a dictionary. A. You can consider becoming a member of the local library.
B. Flash cards are a convenient tool to use to learn new words in your free time. C. You cannot learn English well without enough vocabulary. D. Pick up a topic of your choice and search for articles about it. E. You should develop your own way of learning vocabulary.
F. Besides, by doing this you can learn the correct pronunciation as well. G. Read the newspaper every day.
5、Going camping is one of the best ways to get in touch with nature and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. However, thorough plans before a camping trip may be boring. Just follow these simple camping suggestions to make your trip safe and rewarding. Choosing a suitable tent