The Misery of Shyness
Shyness is the cause of much unhappiness for a great many people. All kinds of people describe themselves as shy: short, tall, dull, intelligent, young, old, slim, and overweight.
In contrast, shy people, having low self-esteem, are likely to be passive and easily influenced by others. They need reassurance that they are doing "the right thing". Shy people are very sensitive to criticism.
Can shyness be completely eliminated, or at least reduced? Fortunately, people can overcome shyness with determined and patient effort in building self-confidence.
| A．It is clear that, while self-awareness is a healthy quality, overdoing it is detrimental, or harmful. |
| B．They are not affected by what others think they "should" do. |
| C．It is obvious that such uncomfortable feelings must affect people adversely. |
| D．They feel it confirms their inferiority. |
| E．It is not fair for them to label themselves as inferior because they have difficulty in some areas. |
| F．Shy people are anxious and self-conscious. |
| G．Since shyness goes hand in hand with lack of self-esteem, it is important for people to accept their weaknesses as well as their strengths. |
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I’m very happy to receive your letter. I have always dreamed about having a penfriend. Hopefully, we can learn from each other and grow to be good friends. I think our letters will let us know each other and share parts of our lives.
Your horse Shannon looks beautiful. I also want to live on a farm like you and learn to ride horses. It must be interesting to ride through the beautiful countryside. I have pictured myself in that situation so many times. Your sisters are also lovely. I am the only child in my family, and sometimes I feel very lonely.
Life in New York is so busy and it is difficult to find the time to get to know people. Even becoming close to my classmates is quite difficult. However, sometimes it can be the most fantastic city in the world. At night it is so bright.
I love reading too! But I have never read any books by your favorite author Enid Blyton. I will have to go to the library in my neighborhood and find some. I also enjoy dancing and have dance class every Thursday and Saturday. My other favorite hobby is skating. In winter, I like to skate in Central Park.
I have to go now and do my homework. I really hope that I hear from you soon!
Yours,
Megan
1. What is the relationship between Mary and Megan?| A．Schoolmates. | B．Penfriends. | C．Sisters. | D．Neighbors. |
| A．lovely | B．clever | C．careless | D．lazy |
| A．Once a week. | B．Twice a week. |
| C．Three times a week. | D．Four times a week. |
| A．She has many friends. |
| B．Her sister is good at skating. |
| C．She likes to live in New York. |
| D．Her favorite writer is Enid Blyton. |
【推荐2】WELCOME TO THE RONALD REAGAN
PRESIDENTLAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM
Visit the limitedtime “Interactive! The Exhibition” at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum and save more than 30% on museum admission tickets with an audio tour.
WHEN
Through Feb. 28, 2017
WHAT'S INCLUDED
$19 (reg. $28) ... Admission for one person to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, including “Interactive! The Exhibition” with an audio tour. Please note: the virtual reality (虚拟现实) experience will be an additional cost and participants must be 10 years old or above.
WHY WE LOVE IT
• The exhibition is a handson experience focusing on movies, TV, music and the arts
• Experience virtual reality, 1980s video games, robots, 3D printing
• Climb aboard Air Force One, view the expensive comfortable presidential car and a Marine One helicopter
• Explore Reagan's legacy (遗产): Step into an Oval Office copy and see a piece of the Berlin Wall
• The audio tour has more than 50 stops and original material not copied in the exhibits
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
This is a seasonspecific event. All sales are final. No refunds (退款) or exchanges. Not valid after the expiration date. Valid any regular museum operating day through Feb. 28, 2017. Museum hours are 10 a. m. －5 p. m. , seven days a week. Valid for one person. Cannot combine with other offers. Must use in one visit. Tickets include admission to “Interactive! The Exhibition” and the entire museum's galleries and grounds.
1. What can visitors do while visiting the library and museum?| A．Fly on Air Force One. |
| B．Experience virtual reality for free. |
| C．Approach technology of different times. |
| D．Learn about the president's daily routine. |
| A．It can be enjoyed with other offers. |
| B．It allows limitless visits to the museum. |
| C．It isn't accessible to children. |
| D．It cannot be changed once sold. |
| A．A notice. | B．An official report. |
| C．An advertisement. | D．A tour review. |
【推荐3】A Chicago woman, Karen Autenrieth, who lost her wedding band nearly 50 years ago was reunited with the ring just in time for Valentine’s Day.
The story began during the winter of 1973. “It was very cold and the snow piled up along the roads,” Karen told the Chicago Tribune. “I had to help each kid climb over the large piles to get into my grandparents' yard. My hands were cold---I didn't have gloves on---and my ring just flew into the snow.” Despite her best efforts, Karen was unable to find the ring.
In February, a Chicago man who lost his own wedding ring posted on Facebook asking if anyone had found it. In the comments section, Sarah Batka, a woman who lives in Autenrieth's grandparents' former home% said she had discovered a wedding ring eight years ago while gardening. It wasn't the man s ring» but it sparked a hunt for the rightful owner.
Two historians---Carol Flynn and Linda Lamberty from the Historical Society---set off to solve the mystery. They used every means to retrace the origin of the ring and finally drew a conclusion that a woman, Karen Autenrieth, whose grandparents had once lived in Batka’s home, was the possible owner.
“The woman was on Facebook. So I asked whether this ring was hers. ’’ Flynn wrote in the post. “She replied—it was hers!”
After connecting, Flynn mailed the ring to Autenrieth, who received the package on Valentine's Day. 44Holy Mary, I can t believe it. Karen told the Chicago Tribune. “Just think I get the ring back after almost 50 years!
1. When did Karen lose her wedding band?| A．When she played snow with kids. |
| B．When she cleaned the snow on the road. |
| C．When she aided kids to get over piles of snow. |
| D．When she helped her grandparents do gardening. |
| A．Sarah's honest report. | B．Karen’s endless efforts. |
| C．A similar case from a man. | D．Flynn and Linda's assistance. |
| A．A Special Valentine’s Day |
| B．A Woman with a Magic Story |
| C．The Return of a Long-lost Ring |
| D．The Search for the Rightful Owner |
