【推荐1】Simple Ways to Build Trust

The most valuable thing you can have is trust. When there is no trust, it becomes hard to get anything done.    1     Then think of another one with very little trust.

Which one do you prefer?

We can all be better off with more trust in our lives. And I’m going to show you a few things you can do to build trust.

Be honest. Honesty is the basis of any relationship. Be true to your word and keep your promises.

Share honest information, even if it’s to your disadvantage.

Ask open-ended   questions.     2       Open-ended questions   give your   friends chances   to tell you about themselves. Ask more questions based on the answers that you get.

Don’t be perfect. There is always something fishy(可疑的) about someone who seems to have everything going for them.     3       This sends a message   that you’re not hiding anything and that you want to build trust.

Say what you mean.    4     When you build up a   reputation of saying what you mean, people don’t have to second-guess what you’re trying to say. This helps you win trust.

Don’t blame others.    5     Be brave to take responsibility and then decide what you’re going to do next. Don’t waste the present thinking about the past which can’t be changed. A person that doesn’t blame gets the trust of others quickly.

A．If you think it’s a bad idea, say so.

B．When things go wrong, don’t point the finger at them.

C．Value long-term relationships more than short-term success.

D．Don’t waste your energy hiding your mistakes or weaknesses.

E．Think of one of your relationships where there is a lot of trust.

F．Learn more about your friends and be interested in their answers.

G．Trust may be the most important part in successful relationships.

【推荐2】If you’re going abroad for college, you might be thinking about how to get yourself a safe and cozy home for the years ahead.       1    , but some large state colleges require juniors to live off campus due to the limited number of dorm rooms.

How to find a house

    2     If you are just a freshman and don’t know many people, don’t hesitate to approach some upperclassmen in your classes or clubs. More often than not, upperclassmen have more experience with renting and are more familiar with the area your school is in.

    3     These seniors’ landlords will most likely be looking for new tenants (房客) after graduation.

Also, registered realtors(房地产经纪人)might be able to find you a place for a fee. In addition, Facebook groups can also provide some useful information. However, be really careful if you get in touch with strangers through the Internet

Roommates

Having roommates can not only save us some money, but also give us valuable companionship.     4    , other than safety concerns. While looking for roommates, definitely do not lie about your preferences, schedule, or habits, even if talking about them could make you uncomfortable. On the other side, also remember to ask your potential roommates to tell you about themselves in detail.

    5    , please do everybody a favor by being upfront about it. Constantly running into conflicts with your quiet roommate is definitely the last thing you want.

A．Another good idea is to talk to seniors who are currently living off campus.

B．Of course, dormitories are always a good place to start.

C．Get along well with your roommates

D．However, remember that finding the right roommates for you is the most important thing

E．When having a chat with your roommate

F．First, you can ask your friends who are already living off campus.

G．If you are a party animal

【推荐3】How to Choose a Good Book

You love reading, and you’re dying to get your hands on a book. But you’ve read all your books several times, and you’re getting tired of reading the same ones. You’re planning to go to the library, but don’t know what kind of books to get. With the right knowledge, it’s easy for you to choose a good book.

Make a list answering these questions:

What kind of books do you like?     1     Is there a type of book that you would like to try? What are your interests? By doing this you will find books that you might like.

    2    

Very often good books are quietly collecting dust in your own house. Maybe you forget about one, or someone who is living with you has a couple of good books. Also by searching your house, you can find books that you can read, and they won’t even cost you any money.

    3    

Read best-seller lists published in most newspapers or weekly magazines. Find out which new books are making headlines, and why.

    4    

If it does, then use its search engine to find a certain book or books by a certain author, You can also do this at home.

    5    

If you would rather have Book 1 over Book2，put Book2 back. If you would prefer Book 3 to Book 1, put Book 1 back.

A．Search your house.

B．What books have you read?

C．Ask someone to recommend a good book.

D．See if the library or bookstore has computers.

E．Read book reviews in newspapers and magazines.

F．Narrow down your choices.

G．What authors do you like?

【推荐1】A Couch Potato

Forty-three-year-old Bob Black from Birmingham is sitting on his sofa and telling me about his perfect day.

When I wake up I don't get up immediately.

I turn on the television and watch the children's programmes and old movies until about half-past ten. Then I get up, go downstairs and switch on the TV in the living room. For lunch, I have biscuits and a glass of milk, and I watch the news. In the afternoon, I often watch another old film – they're showing some good ones at the moment. In the evenings, I often watch TV series or sport and the news again. I like the main news at six o'clock. At half past nine, if there is a good play on BBC 2, I switch over and watch it. Then at night, I watch more films and I usually switch off the TV at about two o'clock. I never watch TV all night.

I watch TV for sixteen or seventeen hours a day. I also do some exercise every day. I take Tina, the dog, for a walk every afternoon. I don't go far, of course. I walk to the wall outside my house. I always take my portable TV and I sit on the stone wall while the dog walks round in a circle.

Of course, I couldn't live this lifestyle without a good wife. She's not here now because she's working, but she always makes my meals. We haven't got much money, you know, but we're happy. Sit down and watch TV. Here's the remote control. You've got the world at your feet. And in your hand. Great!

1. Which of the following statements can best explain the title “a couch
potato” ?

A．Having a biscuit and a glass of milk for lunch.

B．Doing some exercise everyday.

C．Taking the dog for a walk every afternoon.

D．Watching TV for sixteen or seventeen hours a day.

2. When walking the dog, what does Bob Black always take?

A．A cellphone.	B．His portable TV.
C．Some books.	D．Plastic bags.

3. What can we know about Bob Black from this passage?

A．He loves his wife pretty much.	B．He often quarrels with his wife.
C．He likes his lifestyle.	D．He is a pet lover.

【推荐2】The Summer Program

Program Highlights:

(1)More outdoor Chinese study: All trips and activities focus on developing language skills in Chinese, as well as building up self-confidence and teamwork ability. Campers would get a clear awareness of the program theme—“Observe-Think-Act”.

(2)One-to-one Chinese tutoring; One hour per day, we have college students majoring in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language work as tutors.

(3) Breakfast is upgraded to western buffet style and offered by the host four-star hotel.

Discount Policy:

●¥1,000 off per student for early bird applications on or before March 31st;

●¥1,000 off per student for returning students;

●¥500 off per student for 2 family siblings;

●¥1,000 off per student for a group of 3 or above (siblings/friends).

Contact information: Ms Summer

E-mail : summer@richblcu . com

Tel: (+86) 10 8230-3067

1. What will campers do if they join in the program?

A．Study together with some college teachers.

B．Have a chance to improve their confidence.

C．Spend more time learning Chinese.

D．Have each meal in four-star hotels every day.

2. When should all the applications be submitted at the latest?

A．By late July.

B．By late August.

C．By late March.

D．By late June.

3. What should we do to save some money according to the discount policy?

A．Attend the program with three or more students.

B．Hand in our applications as early as we can.

C．Make a trip with all our family members.

D．Come back to the program in a limited time.

【推荐3】Everybody knows that words can carry messages. People communicate with words. Books, magazines, TV，radio and films all help us to know what is going on in the world and what people are thinking about.
Do you think you can communicate without words? A smile on your face shows you are happy or friendly. Tears in your eyes tell others that you are sad. When you put up your hand in class, the teacher knows that you want to say something or ask a question. You shake your head, and people know you are saying “No”. You nod and people know you are saying “Yes”.
Other things can also carry messages. For example, a sign at the bus stop helps you to know which bus to take. A sign on the wall of your school helps you to find the library. Signs on doors tell you where to go in or out. Have you ever noticed there are a lot of signs around you and you receive messages from them all the time? People can communicate in many ways without words. For example, an artist can use his drawings to tell about beautiful mountains, seas and many other things.
1. Choose the best title for this passage.

A．Ways for Communication.	B．The Best Way for Communication.
C．The Only Way for Communication.	D．Words Can Carry Messages.

2. How can people communicate with each other?

A．With words only	B．Only without words.
C．Either with words or without words.	D．Just by using different kinds of signs.

3. Which of the following is NOT a way for communication without words?

A．A cry for help

B．A smile on your face

C．Making a face

D．Nodding your head