【推荐1】Relationship skills and social skills are referred to as “skills” for a reason — they require learning, practice, and improvement. Here are the best relationship books on the market, according to a licensed mental health counselor.

Best for Communication: 4 Essential Keys to Efective Communication in Love, Life, Work — Anywhere!

In this day and age, we could all use a refresher in terms of basic communication skills. This award-winning book — filled with how-to guides and exercise challenges — is a great place to start. Written with all kinds of relationships in mind, including family, dating, friendships, and even work relationships, it’s designed to help you improve empathy, listening skills, and communication skills.

Best for Socializing: How to Become a People Magnet

Social anxiety is a common issue in our modern-day world among all age groups. This book, written by award-winning author Marc Reklau, provides 62 simple strategies ( 策略) to help you improve your social skills in everything from first impressions to deeper relationships. With a variety of strategies available, you can choose the ones that are best suited for your needs. This book is also beneficial for those working in sales or customer service — industries that frequently handle complaints or require making connections.

Best for Problem-Solving: I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple SkillBehind Extraordinary Relationships

In this bestselling book, author Michael Sorensen put relationship problem-solving skills into a three-hour read. It reads more like a conversation to help users understand the value of listening and validation in relationships.

Best for Personality Types: The Enneagram for Relationships: Transform Your Connections with Friends, Family, Colleagues, and in Love

The Enneagram is one of the fastest-growing personality assessments and concepts in the world right now, and rightfully so. There are nine different personality types with up to 27 subtypes to help you understand yourself — aiding in connection with those closest to you.

1. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To point out the importance of relationships.

B．To introduce 4 relationship books to readers.

C．To encourage people to improve social skills.

D．To call for the understanding between people.

2. What is special about How to Become a People Magnet?

A．It focuses on problem-solving skills.

B．It deals with all kinds of relationships.

C．It offers strategies about social skills.

D．It’s written by an award-winning author.

3. Which one should people hoping to understand themselves choose?

A．4 Essential Keys to Efective Communication in Love, Life, Work — Anywhere!

B．How to Become a People Magnet.

C．The Enneagramfor Relationships: Transform Your Connections with Friends, Family, Colleagues, and in Love.

D．I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple Skill Behind Extraordinary Relationships.

【推荐2】Anyone may visit the White House during certain visiting hours. Any United States citizen who wants to visit the White House should contact his or her member of Congress to make reservations (预约). Reservations can be made six months in advance and must be made no less than 30 days in advance.

A limited number of spaces are available for each tour day. Reservations are free. If you are a citizen of a foreign country and would like to visit the White House, contact your local U.S. embassy.

Self-guided tours are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 11:00 in the morning. They are also available on Fridays from 7:30 to noon and on Saturdays from 7:30 in the morning to 1:00 in the afternoon.

Visitors can also visit the gardens during the spring garden tour. Garden tour dates are announced yearly. The event is free, but tickets are required. The White House offers opportunities to school-aged children to visit the grounds. Kitchen garden tours are offered every Tuesday and Thursday to classes of up to 30 students.

Dates for the annual Easter egg roll are announced yearly. This event is designed for the families of children aged 12 years old or younger. It includes games, music, and stories along with the traditional egg roll. Tickets to the event are distributed using a lottery (抽奖) system.

When visiting the White House, keep in mind that security is the most important thing. Any item that would be forbidden on an airplane, such as guns, knives, etc., cannot be carried onto the grounds. Bags and cameras are also banned.

1. When are you allowed to make a self-guided tour of the White House?

A．At 3 pm on Thursdays.	B．At10:30 on Friday mornings.
C．At 1 pm on Tuesdays.	D．At1:30 on Saturday afternoons.

2. What do we know about the spring garden tour?

A．You need pay for the ticket.

B．School-aged children do not need tickets.

C．You can get garden tour dates annually.

D．The tours are offered every Tuesday and Friday.

3. What can you do during the Easter egg roll?

A．You can enjoy music and games.

B．You can win a fortune in a lottery.

C．You can take photos there.

D．You can bring fruit knives.

4. Why were knives banned?

A．Because you can not carry them on a plane.

B．Because only adults can use them.

C．Because you needn’t them.

D．Because safety comes first.

【推荐3】Active Challenge

Weight loss camp for girls aged 13-18 in Canada

Active Challenge is a weight loss program specially for young women. The burden of being overweight is heavier than just the extra pounds. We use outdoor adventures to challenge the girls, to give them something to draw strength from.

Because you’ll be losing weight alongside young women just like you, you’ll find no one laughing at you and you’ll help each other. At Active Challenge you’ll make lifelong friends with young women of your own age and learn to love new adventurous activities.

Unlike any other weight loss program, Active Challenge is designed so you’ll   lose weight and have the strategies (策略) and skills to keep the weight off forever. Active Challenge does not put you on a diet. We follow the Canada Food Guide to healthy eating and exercise appropriate portion (一份) control. We help you develop healthy habits.

The staff at Active Challenge combine experienced outdoor adventure professionals with highly qualified clinicians. All of us are absolutely devoted to helping you achieve lasting behavioral change and weight loss. Most of all, we are devoted to having a great time doing it.

Pre-Camp: Upon registration (注册) in Active Challenge, a registration package will be

sent out to you with forms to be completed before camping as well as program preparation materials, an introduction to Active Challenge and pre-program personal challenging assignments (任务) to get you on your way toward a healthier self.

Post-Camp: Our post program is designed to keep you focused and remind you of the goals that you set during the camp. After the camp ends we will send you home with your personal meal and exercise plan and keep in touch with you for a full three months through letters, emails and phone calls, tracking your progress and giving you strategies and support.

1. Outdoor adventurous activities are held for girls _____.

A．to follow a good diet

B．to lose weight quickly

C．to build up their health

D．to make them stronger

2. How will girls feel about the atmosphere at Active Challenge?

A．Lonely but safe.

B．Cold but exciting.

C．Friendly and supportive.

D．Competitive and challenging.

3. After registration, girls_____.

A．should go to buy the program preparation materials

B．will be informed how to get prepared for the program

C．should learn some skills and strategies to lose weight

D．will have to finish some challenging assignments at home

4. The post-camp help will last_____.

A．until the end of November

B．until the beginning of the next year

C．until girls achieve success in their lives

D．until girls can keep their weight off forever

5. What is the main purpose of the text?

A．To explain why Active Challenge is popular.

B．To share skills and strategies of losing weight.

C．To show how important losing weight is.

D．To invite girls to join in Active Challenge.

【推荐1】There are so many breathtaking famous castles in the world and it’s very hard to make a list. Here are some director’s picks. You’re welcome to add a comment with your favorite castles.

Castle Howard, Yorkshire

C. Howard, Yorkshire is one of the grandest and most famous castles as well as the private residence in Britain. This beautiful palace of Europe has been home to the Howard family for over 300 years. It is 15 miles north of York. Today, it is part of the Treasure Houses group of heritage houses.

 Location: Castle Howard, York Y060 7DA, UK

 Timing: The Garden is open daily from loam－4pm

Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany

This castle is one of the most famous castles in the world. This Castle was built by Ludwig II of Bavaria as a personal refuge. After he died in 1886, Neuschwanstein opens to the paying public and has over 60 million visitors in a year. Neuschwanstein is a 120-year-old luxury Castle, which has a remarkable view of two lakes, two castles, towns, and localities.

Tickets can be reserved online or you can buy at the Ticket center in the village of Hohenschwangau below the castle.

 Location: Neuschwansteinstra Be 20, 87645 Schwangau, Germany

 Timing: Sunday to Saturday 8am-5pm

Edinburgh Castle, Scotland

This castle is a historic fortress (城堡) which dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh. In this castle, different parts of the castle were constructed in different centuries, from the 12th to the 20th century. It is the most famous landmark and one of the most famous castles in the world. The castle is still in use today for ceremonial and military purposes and also rented for wedding receptions.

 Location: Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG, UK

 Timing: Sunday to Saturday 9:30am-5pm

1. Which of the following demand(s) admission fees?

A．Castle Howard, Yorkshire.	B．Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany.
C．Edinburgh Castle, Scotland.	D．All of them.

2. What do we know about Castle Howard?

A．It boasts lake view.	B．It is the landmark of the UK.
C．It once served as a private house.	D．It has the longest opening hours.

3. Which is NOT available in Edinburgh Castle?

A．Having a good view of Edinburgh.

B．Holding a wedding ceremony there.

C．Appreciating ancient art and architecture.

D．Honoring the nation’s military tradition.

【推荐1】A Seasonal Guide to Copenhagen

With each season offering a new range of experiences, there's never a bad time to visit Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark.

Winter

Winter in Copenhagen is a great time to search for the abstract Danish feeling of "hygge", which roughly translates to an atmosphere of warm and comfortable companionship. The Copenhagen winter can be freezing in a very literal（字面）sense, but that just means it's time to search out some fun in the great indoors.

Spring

It's easy to spot when spring has arrived in Copenhagen—just look out for all the Danish people out in the streets！The Scandinavian winter is generally pretty rough, so when that warmth is felt in the air the locals can't help but celebrate. The funfairs（游乐场）and parks of Tivoli Gardens reopen. May sees temperatures rise enough for carnivals and street parties in true Danish style.

Summer

A busy schedule of festivals, events and markets typify the season, and the parks and watersides of Denmark's capital will be packed with people almost every day. At the height of summer, Denmark's Midnight Sun means your explorations of Copenhagen can go well into the evening, with many attractions and bars staying open until the sun begins to set.

Fall

There's one very good reason to visit Copenhagen in the autumn, and that's because winter is coming. The autumn months are the last chance to enjoy everything the city has to offer. Tivoli Gardens throws a three-week Halloween extravaganza and October's Night of Culture showcases the best of Danish art, music and literature. The autumn weather also means splendid sunsets that bathe the city in a soft orange glow—a painting by nature that you won't soon forget！

1. Which of the following best explains the feeling of "hygge"？

A．People read good books and enjoy staying alone.

B．Children laugh and play together with snow.

C．Many friends walk on the snow-covered path

D．The families chat happily around the fire

2. What can we infer about Copenhagen's summer？

A．Nights are very short.	B．It has nice weather.
C．Shops are open all night.	D．The visitors are friendly.

3. Which season of Copenhagen is the best for literary and art youth？

A．Winter	B．Spring.
C．Summer	D．Autumn

【推荐2】The Outdoor Centre

Opening times

Water sports: 9 a.m.—5 p.m.

Play Park: 10 a.m.—4 p.m.

Entrance/Car park fees

Low season: Weekdays £2.00 per car; Weekends: £3.00 per car

High season: 23 July-11 September; Weekdays and weekends: £3.00 per car

One-day adventure (冒险) course

This is a chance you have been waiting for. Come and try sailing, climbing and surfing (冲浪). This course is trying to introduce outdoor activities to adults in a fun way. You do not need to be very fit or to have had experience of the activities. All you need is to be interested.

Play Park

The Play Park is suitable for children from 2 to 10 years of age. It is one of the best of its type in the country. It has sand and water play, large ball pool, play castle and much, much more.

Group day and weekend courses

We also offer day and long weekend courses for groups. We receive regular visits from schools and colleges There are three large rooms with twelve beds in each, which can be booked beforehand for groups of up to 36 people (12 at least).

Summer adventure holiday (for 8—14 years of age)

Safety is of great importance at the Outdoor Centre. All our workers are fully trained in first aid (急救) , and able to teach the activities on offer. We also make certain that all children only take part in activities that are suitable for their age and physical abilities. For this programme children must be able to swim 25 metres and be in good physical health.

1. How much should a family driving two cars pay when entering the centre in August?

A．£2.00.

B．£3.00.

C．£4.00.

D．£6.00.

2. Which of the following is suitable for a group of ten children aged 6 to 8?

A．Play Park.	B．Ono-day adventure course.
C．Summer adventure holiday.	D．Group day and weekend courses.

3. People who want to take the summer adventure holiday _________.

A．can stay overnight if they want	B．should have basic skills in swimming
C．should have a knowledge of first aid	D．can do any sport they are interested in