Living and dealing with kids can be a tough job these days, but living and dealing with parents can be even ________. Since I was a teenager, I ________ that communication is very important. With any relationship, you need to let ________ people know your feelings. If you are not able to communicate, things ________ become bad. When you are mad at your parents, not talking to them doesn’t solve anything. If you look ________ the word “communication” in a dictionary, it will say “the exchange of ideas and information.” ________ a good relationship, you must keep communication strong. Let people know how you feel, even if it’s just by ________ a note. You have to make your parents ________ good about how they are doing as a parent. If you are trying to make them see something as you see it, tell them that you’ll listen to what they say, but ask them ________ to listen to you. ________ away only makes the situation worse.

This is ________ example. One night, Sophie went to a street party with her friends. She knew she had to be home by midnight after the fireworks, but she felt ________ would be impolite of her to ask to go home first. As a result, she was late getting home. Her parents were angry at first, but when Sophie explained ________ she was late, they weren’t so mad.

Problems can only ________ with communication. Just remember, ________ you get into a situation like Sophie’s, tell your parents how you feel.

Living and dealing with kids can be a tough job these days, but living and dealing with parents can be even _________. Since I was a teenager, I _________that communication is very important, both     when you disagree and when you get along. With any relationship, you need to let _________people know your feelings. If you are not able to communicate, things __________become bad. When you are mad at your parents, not talking to them doesn’t solve anything. If you look _________the word “communication” in a dictionary, it will   say “the exchange of ideas and information.” __________a good relationship, you must keep communication strong. Let people know how you feel, even if it’s just by __________ a note. You have to make your parents       _______good about how they are doing as a   parent. If you are trying to make them see something as you see it, tell them that you’ll listen to what they say, but ask them __________to listen to you. ___________away only makes the situation worse.

This is __________ example. One night, Sophie went to a street party with her friends. She knew she had to be home by midnight after the fireworks, but she felt ____________would be rude of her to ask to go home first. As a result, she was late getting home. Her parents were angry at first, but when Sophie explained __________ she was late, they weren’t so mad. Communication is the key factor here.

Problems can only __________with communication. Just remember, _________ you get into a situation like Sophie’s, tell your parents how you feel.

【推荐3】Every Friday I went to a senior nursing home. It seemed as if it needed help, but little did I know it would help me too.

During my first visit I helped to polish (擦光) some ladies’ nails. One woman asked me many questions. After she was _______ my answers, she started to share some of her _______ secrets. By _______ her, I realized I had helped her a lot: she looked _______ from some of her past pains.

When she was finished, she told me something that invited me to visit the nursing home every week. She said, “You’re the only person I was able to tell this to. The other volunteers are too busy to _______ me. You’ll come back next week, right?” After _______ blowing on her newly coated nails (指甲), I smiled and _______, “Yes, I’ll see you next Friday.” That day, I was gladdened by the fact that I had helped somebody. I realized an action as _______ as listening became something much more.

During every second I spent there, I realized how much of a difference my actions could have on the lives of _______. Every moment I spend chatting is a chance to continue that connection again, to share their worries, and someone’s life. In turn, that moment also ________ me. I not only learn about life and experiences outside of school, but also receive the gift of being part of this process—this connection between humans.

【推荐1】Life are not always filled with good thing. Worries and problems are also normal in life, which may make you feel _______. When you are _______ unhappy or forget how great you are, there are some tips for you to make you feel good about yourself.

Look in the mirror and say to _______, “I am a special person and there’s no one in the world like me. I can do anything!” It may not sound so good, but it really works!

Do something nice for someone. Helping others always _______ you feel good.

Smile! If you are friendly to people, they _______ friendly to you as well. Look for the good things in your friends and family.

Learn _______! Have you always wanted to learn how to swim? Go for it! Just try your best and it will give you _______ sense (感觉) of accomplishment (成就) when you have finished.

Read and start a diary. Turn off the TV and let your imagination (想象力) _______! Write down your thoughts (想法), dreams or anything you want! _______ always helps to express your feelings.

Stay with your family. Family members need to ________ time with each other. Talk with your Mom or Dad or even your cousin.

【推荐2】The novel coronavirus, now, officially named Covid-19, is a new illness and scientists are still studying the best way to control _______. However, defeating Covid-19 is not only the job of scientists and doctors. People have _______ important role to play in this battle. The best way to help prevent the virus _______ is by protecting yourself and staying healthy.

Scientists are now sure _______ Covid-19 is passed between people through coughing and sneezing. The virus travels _______ the air and can be breathed in by people nearby. It _______ also land on surfaces such as tables and chairs. If these surfaces _______, the virus may be on your hands. Touching your eyes or mouth with unwashed hands can let the virus _______ your body.

To protect yourself and _______, wear a mask at all times when out in public. This stops the people in good __________ from breathing in Covid-19 and __________ the amount of the virus that ill people send into the air. Most importantly, wash your hands often and __________, especially __________ you are outside your home.

Covid-9 is undoubtedly a serious challenge, __________ if we all contribute and behave responsibly, it is a illness __________ we can overcome.