There are five keys to success in learning a foreign language.
Spend the time.
By far the most important factor is how much time you are immersed(浸入) in the language.
Listen and read every day.
Listen wherever you are on your MP3 player.
Build up your vocabulary, you’ll need lots. Start to notice words and how they come together as phrases. Learn these words and phrases through your listening and reading. Gradually you will be able to use them. Do not worry about how accurately you speak until you have accumulated plenty of words through listening and reading.
Take responsibility for your own learning.
If you do not want to learn the language, you won’t.
Do not worry about what you cannot remember, or can’t yet understand. It does not matter. You are learning and improving. The language will gradually become clearer in your brain, but this will happen on a schedule that you can’t control. So just make sure you spend enough time with the language. That is the greatest guarantee of success.
| A．Relax and make sure of the time spent with the language. |
| B．Focus on words and phrases. |
| C．Read what you are listening to. |
| D．Chat with others in the language on the Internet. |
| E．If you do want to learn the language, take control. |
| F．The more time you spend with the language, the faster you will learn. |
| G．There are hundreds of easy conversations for you to practice speaking. |
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【推荐1】It is very challenging when it comes to trying to master the English language. However, there are some things you can do to improve your English learning. The following books are an excellent way for people trying to learn English or get better at it.
Oxford Picture Dictionary This is a great book for those who like to learn things visually. You can use the pictures to learn many new words each day. There is also a bilingual version for those who want to learn using their own native language.
Word Power Made Easy This useful dictionary provides one of the best way to learn over 1000 of the words which are most commonly used in English. The book has many interesting activities and games and gives tips on avoiding spelling errors.
NTC Vocabulary Builders Students who are more advanced in the English language will greatly like the NTC Vocabulary Builders book. If you want to build your English vocabulary, then this book is a good choice.
English Vocabulary in Use Series This is one of the best-selling books by Cambridge University Press. The book is good for students of the English language of all levels who want to have a wider vocabulary. You can choose to learn British English or American English.
Improving your English is one of the best ways to make sure that you will do great in life. It can open many doors for you. For those who are not native English speakers, these books will come in handy. With hard work, anyone can be a master of the English language.
1. Which book provides ways to stay away from mistakes in spelling?| A．Oxford Picture Dictionary. | B．Word Power Made Easy. |
| C．NTC Vocabulary Builder. | D．English Vocabulary in Use Series. |
| A．It is designed for language beginners. |
| B．It offers advice on language learning. |
| C．It provides many pictures to help learn language. |
| D．It gives learners a lot of interesting daily tasks. |
| A．Those who want to teach English. |
| B．Those who want to do great in life. |
| C．Those who want to take on new challenges. |
| D．Those who want to improve their vocabulary. |
A good memory is a great help in learning a language. Everybody learns his mother language when he is a small child. He hears the sounds, remembers them and then he learns to speak. Some children are living with their parents in foreign countries. They can learn two languages as easily as one because they hear, remember and speak two languages every day. In school it is not so easy to learn a foreign language because the pupils have so little time for it, and they are busy with other subjects, too.
But your memory will become better and better when you do more and more exercises.
1. Some people can easily learn many things by heart because .
| A．they always sleep very well |
| B．they often eat good food |
| C．they have very good memories |
| D．they read a lot of books |
| A．they have no good memories |
| B．they have no recorders |
| C．they have too much time for it |
| D．they are busy with other subjects |
| A．if you do more and more exercises |
| B．if you have plenty of good food |
| C．if you do morning exercises every day |
| D．if you get up early |
【推荐3】Have you had any problems while learning English? What did you do to overcome them? Here are five tips for you to enjoy learning English.
1. Read
Read as much as you can in English. No matter what it is, from cartoons to British literature, anything counts.
Naturally if you wish to develop, I would recommend you to choose something that provides you a challenge. So renew your library pass, subscribe to your favorite English magazine or go online!
2. Immerse (沉浸)
Understanding British or American culture can be a part of language learning. There are a lot of expressions or situations that can be understood and remembered better if you know a couple of customs, behavioral patterns, books or poems.
It is always inspiring to realize that you understand a short story, a text or even longer pieces of art in English.
3. Share
Where and how, you might ask. Well, there are many ways to do this. You can start your own blog in English about your hobby, travel experiences or anything that interests you.
If you don’t feel like writing, read others’ blogs or articles and feel free to comment if you have a question! You can also try to find an online community that has the same interest as you where you can share your own ideas, thoughts and beliefs.
4. Dare
This usually seems to be the most difficult part, but you have to overcome yourself! If you find yourself in a situation where you have the chance to use English, catch it!
You must overcome your fear that you might speak incorrectly, and you can also ask your partner to correct you. So whenever you travel or meet foreigners, don’t forget to speak as much as you can!
You can also subscribe to lively web pages that provide not only many interesting ways of online learning but also the chances to meet and speak to other language learners too!
5. Relax
Never forget the power of relaxation! You don’t always have to force yourself to study if you are tired. You can also listen to some music, watch a movie or listen to an audio (有声的) book (in English of course). It doesn’t sound too difficult, does it?
1. What does the author recommend in the first tip?| A．Avoiding a challenge. |
| B．Reading British literature only. |
| C．Staying away from online reading. |
| D．Subscribing to your favorite English magazine. |
| A．Questioning your own ideas. | B．Commenting on others’ articles. |
| C．Expressing your thoughts online. | D．Writing anything you like in your blog. |
| A．Sharing your beliefs. | B．Overcoming fears. |
| C．Remembering expressions. | D．Understanding foreign cultures. |
| A．Forget relaxation. | B．Take English courses. |
| C．Listen to some music. | D．Force yourself to study. |
| A．foreign travelers | B．English learners |
| C．movie producers | D．web page designers |
【推荐1】In this most unusual year, the gift of giving will feel especially good. These tips can help make the season merry and bright for everyone.
What’s Different This Year
Hot Ticket Items May Be Extra Hot: Some companies have scaled back their holiday ordering this year to trim inventory, so popular products might sell out fast — in stores and online. So if you see a good price for an item on your list, be sure to grab it. And plan to ship gifts at least two weeks before Christmas Eve.
Online Sales Will Start Early
This year, it maybe more like Cyber Season, with online promotions and sales starting right after Halloween. With concerns about crowds, retailers will likely save a lot of their inventory for online sales. To avoid parking lot chaos, try to pick up your purchases first thing in the morning or later in the evening, when wait times should be shorter.
Outlets Are Online Too
If one of your holiday shopping traditions is a trip to the outlets, you can still experience the thrill of the bargain hunt—from home. Shoppremiumoutlets.com is the virtual version of the country’s largest outlet company. In someways, it’s even better than an in-person trip because you can shop by item or category and immediately see what different retailers have in stock, rather than going store to store .
When to Shop
Not on Thanksgiving: Many stores that opened their doors on the holiday last year have announced that they will be closed this year. One upside for shoppers is rock-bottom prices as some stores liquidate (清仓). The downsides: They might not be around if you need to return something or use a gift card. In other words: Bankruptcy buyers beware.
1. Which is the best time to send gifts?| A．October 30. | B．December 9. | C．December 15. | D．December 24. |
| A．Shoppers can only buy items online. |
| B．Shopping on Thanksgiving is the best choice. |
| C．Popular products might sell out fast only in stores. |
| D．Shoppers may see a good price for an item right after Halloween. |
| A．People who are money-less. | B．People who like shopping at home. |
| C．People who are retailers. | D．People who are fond of bargains. |
【推荐2】For those who’ve always wanted to walk the halls of Hogwarts or explore the shops of Diagon Alley (对角巷)，Universal Orlando offers the next best thing. The theme park opened every Harry Potter fan’s dream place back in 2010.
For Potterheads everywhere, however, deciding when to make the trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is not easy. These tips will help you experience the best of the Wizarding World, whether you’re looking to save money, avoid the busy season, or simply experience the most magical times of the year.
The cheapest times to visit Harry Potter’s world
The cheapest (and least busy) months to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter are January and most of February, except the days surrounding the New Year and winter break. Other inexpensive times include the beginning of March and most of September and October.
The best Harry Potter events at Universal
While they may not be the quietest times to explore Harry Potter’s world, Universal holds many events throughout the year that fans won’t want to miss.
A Celebration of Harry Potter
For a weekend every January, Universal hosts A Celebration of Harry Potter. Guests (wearing their class robes, no doubt) will join other diehard Potter fans for three days of exhibits, discussions and cast Q&A activities. For anyone who really loves the books and the films, this may be one of the best times of the year to visit.
Christmas in the Wizarding World
Universal’s new additions to their holiday entertainment lineup make Hogwarts the perfect place to be around Christmastime. Decorations add beauty to the shops of Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade, the Frog Choir sings Christmas carols (颂歌)，and snow falls on Hogwarts as a festive show takes place in front of the castle.
Halloween in the Wizarding World
Lastly (and perhaps most surprisingly), Halloween season is also a good time for a magical visit to the Wizarding World. Universal’s main Halloween event, Halloween Horror Nights, produces a special Harry Potter-related surprise.
1. Which times costs most to visit Harry Potter’s world?| A．January and most of February. |
| B．New Year and winter break. |
| C．The beginning of March. |
| D．Most of September and October. |
| A．They will join other Potter fans for various activities. |
| B．They will decorate the shops and sing Christmas carols. |
| C．They will watch a festive show taking place in front of the castle. |
| D．They will get a special Harry Potter-related surprise. |
| A．To inform readers of some events about Harry Potter. |
| B．To introduce the Universal Orlando to readers. |
| C．To help experience the best of Wizarding World. |
| D．To advertise the books and films of Harry Potter. |
【推荐3】If you’re looking for a university with a strong international outlook but feel swept over by all the application options, here is some guidance to get you started.
UK
International students must apply to universities in the UK through a system known as Ucas. This system allows students to apply to up to five universities with just one application. It costs £20 for a single choice or £25 for more than one choice.
The application consists of a series of questions to determine the student’s schooling and applicants should describe their personal interests and related experiences.
Switzerland
Switzerland has four official languages and its universities are among the most international in the world. International applicants may need to take an entrance exam if they have a foreign school certificate, and must also prove that they have a good grasp of the French language. usually through taking a language exam. The full application costs 50 Swiss Francs for a holder of a Swiss diploma and 150 Swiss Francs for holders of foreign diplomas.
Canada
International applicants have to write up a personal profile as part of their application, which is very similar to the personal statement required for a UK university application. Students will also have to prove their English-language competency—there are nine ways to meet the English Language Admission Standard, which are listed on many university websites.
Singapore
The process of applying to a Singaporean university is very much alike, but overseas students may be delighted to find that the native applicants have to cover the same procedures: filling out an online application form and submit identification documents, supporting documents and an application fee of S$20.
1. Which country requires international applicants know French well?| A．UK. | B．Switzerland. | C．Canada. | D．Singapore. |
| A．The application system. | B．The number of universities. |
| C．The application cost. | D．The personal statement. |
| A．Applicants need to pay a lot. | B．It is much simpler than elsewhere. |
| C．It’s no different for native students. | D．The competition is even more fierce. |
