1 . A heart-to-heart talk refers to an honest conversation between two people. When sharing a heart-to-heart talk, people will generally share innermost (内心最深处的) thoughts and feelings. This talk usually takes place without other people being present.     1     Some people also refer to this type of conversation as a heartfelt talk, or speaking from the heart. Here are tips on having a heart-to-heart talk.

Share personal stories.     2     When you share a personal story with someone, you put yourself out there in a brave way. Hopefully, the person will follow suit and be receptive to your sharing. Make sure that your disclosure (披露) is proper for the level of relationship you have with the other person. And remember not to push yourself too hard.     3    

Listen to understand. Being an active listener is important during a heartto-heart talk. When you actively listen to what another person is saying, he is more likely to open up.     4     Instead, try to listen to really understand what the other is trying to communicate.

    5     When you’re trying to get someone to open up and go deeper in conversation with you, you are expected to avoid questions that close off the discussion. For example, you might immediately start trying to learn the person’s likes and dislikes by asking “What’s your favorite color/food/season?” The problem with such a question is that it doesn’t promote (促进) a more detailed answer because it can be answered with only one word (e.g. “Purple. Pizza. Summer.”).

A．Raise questions actively.

B．Avoid close-ended questions.

C．Many times, you may listen to prepare an answer.

D．So it’s considered that the talk will be kept secret.

E．You should share what you feel comfortable sharing.

F．Self-disclosure opens the door to a deep conversation.

G．People find comfort in expressing unhappiness with others.

2 . I played on the high school basketball team. I played the ball before the game started, and then sat on the bench (长凳) cheering for guys who were actually going to play in the game. When we won, I hugged (拥抱) my teammates.

I enjoyed that. But I didn’t know how my dad felt about my role. I imagined it was hard for him. Dad was a gifted athlete. And my older brothers were sports stars at college. I was not sure how he felt about going to games to watch his son SIT. Still, Dad was always there in his suit and tie. After the game, he’d come up to me, smile, shake my hand and say “Good game!”, even though I did nothing to make the game good. It changed until the last game of the season.

It was a great day for our team — we were up by about 20 with two minutes left. The coach suddenly looked towards me and said, “Walker! You’re in!” The next two minutes seemed not real to me. I remember running up and down the field a few times. When someone started counting down the last seconds, my teammate passed the ball to me. I heard guys on the bench shouting “Shoot (投篮)!” as I faced the basket and shot. We won. But then I didn’t know what to do. I was unprepared for a time when I had hit a last second shot. Naturally, I looked for Dad. He was there, smiling at me as he always did.

Whether good times or bad, Dad was always there to smile, to support and to love. Now I’m in my 50s with a teenage basketball player in my family. I keep trying to be there, no matter what, because I know what it can mean.

1. What was the author’s role?

A．He was a green hand.	B．He gave players suggestions.
C．He was a fan of the basketball team.	D．He replaced those who couldn’t play.

2. How did the author feel after he scored?

A．Lost.

B．Tired.

C．Calm.

D．Encouraged.

3. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．A Sports-Loving Family	B．A Successful Basketball Match
C．Dad Always Being There	D．Dad Helping Me Succeed

4 . When you throw cats and dogs in a scene where they are falling from the sky, it might be hard for an English learner to know exactly what it means. So English learners should know the meaning of English idioms (习语).

It’s important to not only teach the meaning of idioms, but also teach how to use them correctly and effectively (有效地). When a non-native speaker uses an idiom correctly, he or she will sound very fluent. But on the other hand, if they use the phrase wrongly, they will sound the exact opposite.

Learning idioms is appropriate for intermediate to advanced (中到高级的) students. If you teach an idiom lesson to beginners or low-intermediate learners, they are very likely to use it wrongly. So how should teachers teach English idioms correctly?

Provide idioms in context, so students can fully understand the meaning. Be sure to provide a conversation around it as an example.

Watching videos of native speakers talking is a great way to show your students how idioms are used in the real world. FluentU is a great resource that can help you highlight the usage and context of various idioms used. FluentU takes real-world videos — like music videos, news and inspiring (鼓舞人心的) talks — and turns them into personalized language learning lessons.

Teach idioms in spoken form, not written, and explain to students how they are conversational, rather than formal. Have students practice the idioms in dialogue to help them understand how they’re used in spoken English.

Don’t just hand out a long list of idioms. Be sure to provide a small selection of 5-10 idioms and explain each one. If you provide too many examples, it’ll simply turn into an introduction of what an idiom is, rather than how to actually remember the meaning and use one effectively in dialogue.

1. Why does the author give the example in Paragraph 1?

A．To explain why English is difficult to learn.

B．To show English idioms are quite interesting.

C．To show idioms can be difficult to understand.

D．To tell us the meaning of an English idiom.

2. What does the author consider important to a non-native speaker?

A．Using English idioms correctly in conversation.

B．Finding the meaning of idioms themselves.

C．Sounding fluent by avoiding English idioms.

D．Learning English idioms as low-intermediate learners.

3. What do we know about FluentU?

A．It has the latest music videos and movies.

B．It is appropriate for low-intermediate learners.

C．It provides various resource books for teachers.

D．It provides real-world videos on the usage of idioms.

4. What does the text mainly talk about?

A．How to teach English in a fun way.

B．How to learn English idioms by yourself.

C．How to teach English idioms correctly.

D．How to use English idioms in dialogue.

6 . I went to South Africa for the first time as a lone travelling female with a love for wildlife when I just graduated from high school.

During my six-month stay there, I spent the last 4 weeks at GVI Karongwe. The GVI members were so helpful and were so kind and lovely too when I was there. It was one of the easiest and best-organised programs I spent my time on.

Every day we collected information on a variety of animals for research. I have to say it changed my life in so many ways and actually guided me on my path to the job I am doing now.

The first week was pretty busy with training to prepare us for our job in the bush (灌木) and teach us about mammals (哺乳动物), birds and other animals, tracks and signs as well as how to use the equipment (设备), take care of the cars and clean and cook for a house of more than 20 people. The training made a world of difference to anyone who was nervous about being new to the South African wilderness and wanted to do the job well. I also made friends with people from all over the world and they were of all ages and backgrounds, united by the common goal to contribute to wildlife protection in South Africa, which was so amazing!

GVI programs provide a fantastic way to learn and contribute to the community and wildlife in a hands-on way. It has put me on the path of wildlife research for the rest of my life!

1. Why did the author go to South Africa at first?

A．To do a voluntary job there.	B．To visit the wild animals there.
C．To join in the GVI program there.	D．To carry out research there.

2. What did the author think of the training provided at the first week?

A．It was necessary and important.	B．It was relaxing and creative.
C．It was difficult.	D．It was too long.

3. What can we learn about the GVI program in South Africa?

A．It offers free training and accommodation.	B．It helped the author choose her career.
C．Its members all have rich knowledge of wildlife.	D．Its purpose is to encourage visits to South Africa.

4. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?

A．To give a positive review of the GVI program.	B．To tell us the importance of animal protection.
C．To tell us what she learned in South Africa.	D．To share her experiences in South Africa.

7 . 昨天，你和交换生Eric交谈时把他说的fish story误解成了a story about fish，而该习语的真正含义是an amazing story that isn’t true。请你把这件尴尬的事写一篇短文并把它发表在你校英语论坛上。
注意：
1. 词数：80—100词左右；
2. 可以适当发挥，以使短文连贯。
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8 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

There are several differences     1     which you need to be aware when it comes to British and American English. For example, while talking to an English person, it is better     2     (use) words such as excuse me, sorry, pardon me, and please whenever possible. Believe me, not using these words is considered rude     3     (behave) in the UK.

If you’re at work and get angry at your boss, don’t say “I’m pissed” to     4     British colleague (同事). In England, pissed     5     (actual) means drunk, so he might report your state to the boss. There is still hope for you, though: if your boss     6     (be) an American, he’ll understand that you’re just annoyed (恼火的) with him,     7     — let’s face it — is completely normal.

When nature calls, you’d better not use a     8     (confuse) word to find your way to the facilities. Here’s where the English help     9     (we) — they use the word toilet (both for the public and private one). Public toilet is also called the gents or the ladies. Americans, surprisingly, tend to be much     10     (careful) about the topic and use the word bathroom, and in the public building — a restroom or men’s room or ladies’ room.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What did researchers study in two tests?

A．The way of seagulls’ stealing food.

B．The effects of staring at seagulls.

C．The different food thieves.

2. What did one fourth of birds do with eye contact in the test?

A．They flew away immediately.

B．They stood still and looked at the food.

C．They made an attempt to steal food.

3. What did Madeleine think of seagulls?

A．They snatched food violently.

B．They stole food secretly.

C．They attacked people aggressively.

4. How do people stop seagulls stealing food effectively?

A．By feeding them first.

B．By setting a big trap.

C．By staring at them.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How does the man feel now?

A．Excited.

B．Worried.

C．Embarrassed.

2. What will the man do?

A．Be a teacher.

B．Go to college.

C．Do exercise.

3. What advice does the man give on taking notes?

A．To put down every word.

B．To use words instead of phrases.

C．To write down key information.

4. What does the woman think of the man?

A．He can be a good teacher.

B．He likes nature very much.

C．He needs more practice.