【推荐1】    1    So when you want to do business in France, you have to get to know French culture, to make marketing plans, and to run your business by local laws.

    2     The French take great pride in their language, so anyone who does not speak it may run the risk of being disrespected by his French colleagues or business partners. Also, another reason why learning French is important is that it is a great way to show every possible French business partner that you care and respect their country’s culture and language.

The first thing that you should do when meeting someone new is to shake his hand firmly and always look the person in the eye. In social meetings with friends, kissing is common.

Use first names only after being invited to.    3     The French will sometimes introduce themselves using their surname first, followed by their first name.

Dress well. The French draw information about people based on their appearance. Your business clothing is a sign of your success and social status. Always try to be tasteful and stylish. Women are advised to dress simply but elegantly. Wearing make-up is practiced widely by business women.

The French are passionate about food, so lunches are common in doing business in France, which usually consist of an appetizer, main meal with wine,   cheese, dessert and coffee, and normally take up to two hours.    4    

Do not begin eating until the host says, “bon appetite”. Pass dishes to the left, keep hands above the table and try to eat everything on the plate.    5    This may suggest that you find the food tasteless, If eating in a restaurant, the person who invites always pays.

A．This is a time for relationship building.

B．Maybe you have heard the expression “When in Rome, do as the Romans do”.

C．Remember to be as polite as possible.

D．Language should be the focus of anyone planning to do business in France.

E．Be careful with adding salt, pepper or sauces to your food.

F．Use Monsieur or Madame before the surname.

G．Make an appointment with your business partner in advance.

【推荐2】Sure, it’s good to get along well with your teacher because it makes the time you spend in the classroom more pleasant.

And yes, it’s good to get along well with your teacher because, in general, it’s smart to learn how to get along well with the different types of people you’ll meet throughout your life.

In fact, kids who get along well with their teachers not only learn more, but they’re more comfortable with asking questions and getting extra help. This makes it easier for them to understand new materials and makes them do their best on tests. When you have this kind of relationship with a teacher, he or she can be someone to turn to with problems, such as problems with learning or school issues (问题).

Here is a question：What if you don’t get along with your teachers? In fact, teachers want to get along well with you and enjoy seeing you learn. But teachers and students sometimes have personality clashes (个性冲突), which can happen between any two people. If you show your teacher that you want to make the situation better, he or she will probably do everything possible to make that happen. By dealing with a problem like this, you learn something about how to get along with people who are different from you.

However if a certain teacher isn’t your favorite, you can still have a successful relationship with him or her especially if you fulfill (履行) your basic responsibilities as a student.

Here are some of those responsibilities (责任)：

Attend class ready to learn.

Be prepared for class with the right stationery, books, and completed assignments (作业).

Listen when your teacher is talking.

Do your best, whether it’s a classroom assignment, homework, or a test.

1. According to the passage, what will happen to you when getting along well with your teachers ?

A．We will have no problems with study

B．We will get a better seat in the classroom

C．We will get the best scores in the exams

D．We will have more pleasant time in the classroom

2. What does the underlined word “that” refers to in the fourth paragraph?

A．The happy time you have in the classroom

B．Getting along very well with classmates

C．A better relationship between you and your teacher

D．The disappearance of personality differences

3. What does the passage mainly talk about?

A．The importance of friendship in schools.

B．The importance of a good relationship with your teachers.

C．Studying skills for students.

D．Useful skills to get along well with your teachers.

4. As a student, what will you do if you don’t like a certain teacher ?

A．You fulfill (履行) your basic responsibilities as a student

B．You are thought of as a good student

C．You know some basic social skills

D．You are easygoing and helpful

【推荐1】Should We Fear Maths?

How good are you at maths? Some people love the challenge of algebra (代数) or enjoy working out number puzzles. But many dread the moment when they have to deal with numbers and figures and feel a real sense of worry and confusion. It can seem depressing (令人沮丧的), but this maths anxiety is perfectly normal, and you’re definitely not alone. And anyway, our worries and fears don’t necessarily reflect our ability.

Research has found that maths teachers who are nervous about teaching the subject can pass on their anxiety to the pupils, and girls may be more likely to be affected. The Programme for International Student Assessment found around 31% of 15- and 16-year-olds across 34 countries said they got very nervous while doing maths problems, 33% said they got tense while doing maths homework, and nearly 60% said they worried maths classes would be difficult.

Psychologists (心理学家) have been trying to work out why mental arithmetic (心算) can bring us out in a sweat. That seed of fear may come from many sources, but some suggest that expressing your fears can loosen their hold on you, and encourage children to see a maths test as a challenge, not a threat. In fact, we need to think positively about maths and give it a second chance.

1. What do we know about maths from paragraph 1?

A．It is less useful in our daily life.	B．It is a subject that all of us love it.
C．The anxiety about it depresses many people.	D．The worries about it perfectly reflect our ability.

2. What does the underlined word “dread” in paragraph 1 mean?

A．Like.

B．Fear.

C．Overcome.

D．Challenge.

3. How does the author express maths anxiety in paragraph 2?

A．By listing numbers.	B．By giving examples.
C．By making comparisons.	D．By explaining definitions.

4. What attitude should we take when facing maths?

A．Different.

B．Negative.

C．Opposite.

D．Positive.

【推荐3】STUDYING ABROAD: IS IT A GOOD OR ABAD IDEA?

Dear Editor,

In the past few decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad. Although studying abroad can bring great benefits, I think the disadvantages for young people are greater.

To begin with, many students who study abroad face great economic pressure. That means studying abroad is just not possible for everyone. Tuition fees and living expenses are much more expensive than at home and could end up costing most families an arm and a leg. Studying in China is much more convenient and can help save money.

Another important factor to consider is the tremendous pressure that comes with studying abroad. Students must learn how to live in an unfamiliar environment with limited language skills. Some may struggle and suffer from culture shock when learning how to behave in new surroundings. Other students are not mature enough to handle the challenges by themselves and may become depressed. Some students might even encounter problems with personal safety. In addition, different approaches to teaching and learning may come as a shock to many students.

A final point to consider is that while studying abroad does have potential benefits, young people who study in China also have a great future to look forward to! As China has boomed the educational environment has improved significantly, with many great universities now available. They have great facilities and outstanding professors, helping to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our country.

To sum up, one cannot deny the fact that studying abroad has its disadvantages, so when you think about studying abroad you should consider these many factors.

Kind regards,

Wang Li (mother of twin girls)

Dear Editor,

Is studying abroad a good idea or not? There are certainly disadvantages, but in my opinion, the advantages are much greater. As I always tell my son, there are no great difficulties for a person who is brave, optimistic, and willing to work hard!

The first advantage of studying abroad is personal growth. The education you gain and the experiences you have will change you for the better. For example, you will certainly become more independent because you will have to deal with all kinds of difficulties by yourself. Studying abroad also helps you to gain a global perspective and improve your general competence.

Another advantage is the increased chance for cultural exchange. Chinese students can be seen as cultural envoys promoting friendship between nations. International students in China also bring their colourful cultures here. Cooperating with people from diverse cultural backgrounds helps us view the world from different angles and thus gives us more insight into our own culture.

Finally, studying abroad provides a great opportunity to contribute to the development of our motherland. China’s global outlook, with projects such as the Belt and Road Initiative, has helped us make connections across the world. Therefore, China needs more talented young people with a global perspective who are highly competent with languages have leadership and organisational skills, and have strong cultural awareness. Students who study abroad will develop such skills and abilities, and these in turn will provide them with better career opportunities

All in all, studying abroad helps to build character and increase people’s understanding of cultural diversity while strengthening China and building a shared future for all. I think this life-changing experience is certainly worthwhile and I hope my child will study abroad in the future.

Sincerely yours,

Zhang Yi (father of one boy)

阅读文章，确定文章结构。
1. According to the signposts and logical words used in the two texts, we can divide the two passages into three parts.

Part 1	para ______	Start with a ______or ______, then state ______
Part 2	para ______	Give supporting ______and ______
Part 3	para ______	State a ______/ restate opinion

根据文章，填写相关信息。
2. Letter A: It start with a fact: In the past few decades, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of people studying abroad.

Opinion	Para 1	___________ the___________ for young people are greater.
Reasons	Para 2	___________, ...great ___________ pressure.
	Para 3	___________ is the___________ pressure.
	Para 4	___________ is that ...a great ___________ for young people studying in China.
Conclusion	Para 5	___________, studying abroad has its___________.

3. Letter B: It start with a question: Is studying abroad a good idea or not?

Opinion	Para 1	___________, the___________ are much greater.
Reasons	Para 2	___________, ... personal growth.
	Para 3	___________ is the increased chance for __________.
	Para 4	___________ ...a great opportunity to___________ the development of our motherland.
Conclusion	Para 5	___________, ...studying abroad is___________, ...