【推荐1】Empathy（同情），the Key to Being Kind

In science class，your teacher tells everyone to find a partner for a project. Out of the corner of your eye，you notice one girl sitting alone and not making eye contact with anyone. You think about asking her to be your partner，but you're afraid people will think you're uncool. You don't reach out.     1    

Empathy is being able to understand and actually feel what someone else is feeling. For some people, this comes naturally; for others, it takes a bit more work.     2    When you practice being empathetic, it gets easier to make kindness a part of your everyday life. If you can understand why people are feeling down, you'll want to help them. Here are some ideas that can help you.

    3    Someone not being able to find a group in class might not seem like a big deal--but part of being kind is noticing when someone seems sad, hurt or uncomfortable. After all, you have to notice how people feel in order to feel empathy and want to help them!

When you're trying to make kindness second nature, really getting other people's feelings is important. Whenever you find someone might be feeling lonely or sad, put yourself in his shoes.     4     Didn't you wish someone would reach out to you? If someone had offered you a few words of comfort, wouldn't it have made you feel so much happier?

So, when you find people around you who are feeling down next time, do not hesitate to put yourself in their shoes and reach out to them with a kind gesture.     5     There is always a time when you expect others to relate to you and feel what you feel.

A．And your kindness will be finally rewarded.

B．Think about a time when you felt that way.

C．But empathy is super important to being kind.

D．Be open to learning more about what you don't understand.

E．One way to practice empathy is to pay attention to the people around you.

F．However, you never know showing empathy may make all the difference to her.

G．You don't have to have a similar background to someone else to feel empathy for them.

【推荐3】Nothing can destroy a vacation quicker than losing your money or credit cards. A few simple steps before you head out of the door can help protect your cash, card and personal information while you’re traveling.

Paul Stephens, a policy analyst San Diego, notes that people spend a lot of time planning their trips, from buying guidebooks to finding just the right beach outfits(装备).“But their eyes glaze(呆滞) over when the subject of keeping money safe comes up,” he said.

“Why not take a few minutes to do something that could probably save your vacation?” Stephens asked．“In most cases, they can go on your to-do list with’ buy travel bags’ and everything else,” he added.

The top recommendation is to clean your wallet. Remove unnecessary credit cards and any other unneeded documents that could compromise(危及……的安全)your identity(身份) if lost or stolen while you’re on vacation.

Then make a photocopy of the cards you’ve decided to take along and keep it in a secure location with you(not in your wallet)or leave it with a trusted relative or friend back home. Then you will know who you need to contact and how to reach it if your wallet is missing.

“Travelers should never leave their wallets or any identifying documents in their hotel room when they’re not there,” he said.” Choose a hotel with a safe to keep your valuable things in. Or keep your wallet and documents with you at all times. ”

1. According to passage, _______can destroy one’s vacation the most quickly.

A．being lost on vacation	B．losing money or credit cards
C．living in a bad hotel.	D．losing contact with family

2. What should people do with their wallet before they go on vacation?

A．Take it with them all the time.	B．Put it in a safe place at the hotel
C．Remove unnecessary cards and documents.	D．Leave it with family or friend.

3. What is the topic of the passage?

A．How to prepare for travel.

B．How to be happy during your vacation.

C．How to keep cash and cards safe on vacation.

D．How to protect your luggage on vacation

4. According to the passage, we know ______.

A．people don’t always know how to protect their money or credit cards

B．people should take a lot of money with them while traveling

C．people can leave their identifying documents in rooms, if the hotel is expensive

D．people can spend a few minutes preparing the luggage for travelling

【推荐2】It’s school time again! You’re probably feeling excited and maybe a little sad that summer is over. Some kids feel nervous or a little scared (害怕的) on the first day of school because of all the new things: new teachers, new friends, and even a new school. Luckily, these “new” worries only stay for a little while. Let’s find out more about going to a new school.

Most teachers kick off the new school year by introducing themselves and talking about all the things you’ll be doing that year. Some teachers give students a chance to tell something about themselves to the rest of the class, too. When teachers do the talking on the first day, they often go over classroom rules and school rules so you’ll know what’s allowed and what’s not. Please pay close attention.

You might already know a lot of people in your class on the first day, but it’s a great day to make new friends, so try to say hello to kids you know and the new ones that you don’t. Make the first move and you’ll be glad you did, and so will your new friends!

Seeing old friends can make the first day an exciting one. You can make the day special by wearing clothes that you really like. Maybe you got a great T-shirt on one of your vacations, or a pair of shoes. It also can make you feel good to be prepared and have all the things you need, such as pencils, folders, and whatever else you’ll be needing. But make sure that you pack(打包) them the night before in case you don’t have time in the morning.

1. The underlined phrase “kick off” in the second paragraph probably means “________”.

A．discuss

B．experience

C．welcome

D．start

2. How do you probably feel if you happen to see an old friend on the first day of school?

A．Nervous.

B．Lucky.

C．Happy.

D．Upset.

3. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about?

A．What to know about a new school.

B．How to prepare for a new school.

C．What to do on your first day of school.

D．How to make friends on your first day of school.

4. According to the passage, you usually do everything on the first day of school except ________.

A．introducing yourself

B．learning about the school rules

C．making new friends

D．going over your new lessons

【推荐3】Starting a new term always feels a little bit like a beginning of a new year. Last year, as a fresher, I felt a little worried at the beginning of each term. That’s why, this year, I want to start the term with a positive mind. I have collected some ways that can really help improve my confidence.

It has been found that if we want to succeed, we should break our new plan into smaller tasks. It sounds easy, but how do we start? It is a good idea to write down things you will do every evening. Start with the most important task and then focus on smaller tasks that you are sure you will be able to complete. If you are not a fan of a paper to-do list, there are so many fun apps. Sticking to the plan will stop you from doing everything at the last minute.

It is also very important to stay active. Set a goal of 10,000 steps a day or go for a run with a friend. Honestly, you don’t even need to go to a gym, because there are different kinds of exercises online. You can even stretch (伸展) for 15 minutes every day. Just choose whatever works for you. Exercise can improve our ability to sleep, reduce stress and make us healthy.

Before starting the term, think of your goals—not only those towards which you are working, but also those that you’ve already managed to achieve. Don’t feel too anxious, notice your progress and always remember to take a rest. Keep in mind that everything takes time. Take a 10-minute rest between lessons, which can be a conversation with a friend, checking the news, or taking a walk. In short, do something for yourself.

1. How did the author feel when he started a new term last year?

A．Worried.

B．Curious.

C．Frightened.

D．Confident.

2. What should we do to start a new term according to the second paragraph?

A．Keep a diary.	B．Change plans often.
C．Make a to-do list.	D．Focus on what we like.

3. What does the author say about exercise?

A．Online exercises are much better.	B．Taking exercise in a gym is useless.
C．We must spend a lot of time on exercise.	D．It is important to choose exercise that is helpful to us.

4. In which part of a newspaper can we read this text?

A．Relationship.

B．Lifestyle.

C．News.

D．Travel.

【推荐1】Whether you volunteer at an animal shelter or in a hospital, volunteering is a wonderful opportunity to bring good into the world and support your community. There are a lot of different volunteer opportunities.     1     Here are some tips on how to be an even better volunteer.

Volunteer for something you love.     2     If your passion is helping those with cancer, volunteer to raise money for research. If you’re passionate about improving the environment, volunteer to pick up trash in public places. Your passion will keep you motivated, so put your effort into something you treasure.

    3     You are probably not best suited for directing traffic if you are shy. Be respectful to those organizers, but let them know your strengths and show them how your strengths can be beneficial in your volunteer work. Find the balance that brings your talents to the table and really helps the organization.

Be on time. This is a simple but important idea. Think about being late for your work; your boss, coworkers and customers would be upset. The same applies to volunteering.     4    

Mix your volunteer jobs. If you become bored, it may be time for a schedule change in your life.     5     It is volunteering, so you aren’t stuck in one place.

A．Offer what you can do best.

B．Ask what’s expected of volunteers.

C．So if such a thing does happen, just call and let them know.

D．It doesn’t matter what it is, but it does matter what you like.

E．Therefore, everyone can find a volunteering opportunity that suits their skills and interests.

F．However, you will volunteer longer in an organization that supports a cause you care about.

G．Volunteer on different days or ask for different tasks to see what other opportunities are out there.

【推荐3】Everyone has struggled with fitting in at school. You may be shy of going to a new school. There are different ways to meet people and find your place at your school.    1     Still, there are some methods that might help you shorten the process.

Put yourself out there. You are not the only person that is trying to fit in at school. Sometimes you have to take the first step to get the process started. Try talking to a person that is alone. It's much easier to talk to one person instead of a group of people.    2    

Build self-confidence. Everyone likes to be around confident people.     3    We are often hard on ourselves when we make mistakes or compare ourselves to others. While these negative thoughts are normal, you can replace them with more positive things.

    4    It is easier to bond with someone when you all have similar interests. It's agreat way to meet people who like the same things that you like. You will always have things to talk about with people who share the same interest with you.

Be a good friend. The best way to make new friends is to be a good friend yourself. Be loyal, honest, and fun to be around.    5    Well, those are the same things that will help you fit in with people at your school.

A．Join a club or an organization.

B．Find those who can interest you,

C．But you need to be patient fitting in takes time.

D．Think of all the qualities that you look for in a friend.

E．A person that's alone may also be in the same situation you are in.

F．Knowing what you are going to say already will make you less nervous.

G．It is important that you have positive feelings and beliefs about yourself,