1 . School Rules
All students are expected to read and learn the School Rules. These rules aim to make each each student aware of the value of self-control, orderliness and the need to develop a sense of responsibility for their own behavior and for the larger community of which they are a part.
Dress regulations
The school expects its students to wear their full school uniform correctly and with pride.
Punctuality, absence and illness
Should a student be ill during school hours, he is to go straight to the School Medical Center.
·Proper behavior is expected within and around buildings and on the sporting field at all times.
·Students are not to enter laboratories, language rooms, the Technics and music rooms until invited to do so by teachers.
·The riding of bicycles or skateboard is prohibited along the front drive.
·No knives, explosives or dangerous materials may be brought into the school or boardinghouses.
·Students are forbidden to interfere with fire safety equipment.
| A．Safety |
| B．Punishment |
| C．All students must be at school on time |
| D．Appropriate action will then be taken there |
| E．An automatic fine will be imposed if this occurs |
| F．Uniform and shoes will be clean and in good repair |
| G．Students riding bicycles must wear an approved bicycle helmet |
2 . Humor can help you connect with other people and make unpleasant situations more bearable. There are things you can do to make yourself and others laugh.
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Get your hands on everything that is funny.
Be observant
While knowing a lot can increase your ability for humor, there’s no substitute for seeing a lot. Look for the humor in everyday situations.
Learn from funny people
Whether they’re professional comedians, your parents or your friends, learning from funny people in your life is a key step to being funny yourself.
Different things make different people laugh. When you’re in a group of people you don’t know, listen to what subjects they’re talking about and what’s making them laugh. The better you know them, the easier it will be to make them laugh.
Trust in your inner sense of humor
Being funny doesn’t come in a “one-size-fits-all” package. What makes you funny is unique to you and the way you observe the world. Trust that you do have a funny bone.
| A．It’s already in you |
| B．Know your audience |
| C．Make different people laugh |
| D．Look for what you admire most in them |
| E．There are a lot of funny things in comedies |
| F．You’ll become funnier by reading and practicing jokes |
| G．The unnoticed humor right before your eyes often has the most effect |
3 . Emotions play a critical part in our lives and are easy to spread among people unless you know how to actually control them. In order to grow and thrive, you must learn to be emotionally intelligent.
Focus Your Efforts On Self-evolution
Just like you, it is completely normal for everyone else to have their own beliefs and opinions. Keeping that in mind, it’s better to understand that you cannot change others, no matter how hard you try. Even if you try changing others, you could be hurting yourself in the process.
Try Using “I” Statements
People sometimes interact with us as if we are mind readers, especially in relationships. Your partner may expect you to understand their desires, which can be challenging. Just as you aren’t a mind reader, others aren’t either. You need to communicate your needs to other people, and they need to do the same with you. Share your needs with your loved ones and observe the positive changes.
Avoid Negative People
You are known by the company you keep, and this is always true.
| A．Express Your Needs |
| B．Always Be A Mind Reader |
| C．If surrounded by happy and motivated people, you will always be happy |
| D．When upset, express your feelings openly but in a non-aggressive manner |
| E．The strategy in this stressful situation is to focus on others instead of yours |
| F．Taking full responsibility for your actions is how you become emotionally mature |
| G．To enhance emotional maturity and happiness, self-development is the best course of action |
4 . The youth are like the early spring, the morning sun and the budding(萌芽的) flowers. There’s no denying that youth is the most valuable time of life. During this period of time, habits and interests that will continue for the rest of your life are formed and developed.
Be self-reliant and self-motivated. Sure, you might have parents and friends to help you, but ultimately, you must rely on yourself.
Work hard. As Albert Einstein once put it, “Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspiration (汗珠).” Young and talented as you are, without diligence, you can hardly bring out your potentials. As a result, don’t waste time admiring others’ success or daydreaming.
In conclusion, the prime of youth, the most vibrant and energetic period in life, is also the most fleeting (转瞬即逝的). Let’s capture the spirit of youth and turn our dreams into reality.
| A．Be persevering |
| B．Be brave |
| C．It is really significant to cherish it |
| D．Instead, go all out and see how far you can go |
| E．Those responsibilities are yours and yours alone |
| F．However, it’s a relatively brief period in one’s life |
| G．It builds your character and makes you independent |
5 . How to Appreciate Art
Unlocking the meaning behind a work of art is one of the many joys of viewing and collecting. But how do you appreciate art and actually interpret it?
Look at the art
Is it a painting or sculpture?
Is the texture (质感) rough or smooth?
Does it appear chaotic (混乱的) or organized?
All of these are elements the artist chose when designing the artwork, so they need to be considered.
Identify the art and artist
Knowing when or how the artwork was made reveals more information.
Take for example the famous Guernica (1937) by Pablo Picasso, knowing Picasso composed the painting in response to the bombing of the town of Guernica during the Second World War leads to understanding its anti-war ideas. Even if the historical context of an artwork is not apparent, knowing the year of its creation offers an idea as to the broader events taking place at the time.
Use what you observed in the first two steps to think about meanings the artwork could have. Many artists have specific meanings behind their art, but also encourage viewers to come up with their own understandings. In this way, there is no “right” answer that must be reached to unlock the painting’s mysteries.
Discover your tastes
Just remember one important fact: You don’t have to look at everything. For instance, if you dislike abstract art, skip the abstract.
The next time you are admiring a work of art, keep these techniques in mind, and its meaning may unfold before your eyes.
| A．Think about the meaning |
| B．Maintain your own opinions |
| C．Viewing the art seems like an obvious first step |
| D．However, keeping an open mind is always encouraged |
| E．Applying these techniques to every work of art you come across may seem confusing |
| F．Looking at and understanding art is all about taking the time to view, identify and think |
| G．In all cases, learning something about the artist undeniably adds to the appreciation of art |
6 . How to Improve Your EQ
Emotional quotient (EQ) consists of self- awareness, self-control, self-motivation, empathy, and social skills. These help you manage your stress levels and communicate effectively with people.Here are some helpful tips to increase your EQ.
Pay attention to your body
Learn to manage your emotions
Once you're able to recognize your own emotions, it's important to work on regulating and controlling them.
Self-control is one of the five major components of EQ, and willpower is key to self-control. You can enhance willpower by resisting short-term temptation and satisfaction in order to focus on long-term goals.
Build your empathy
Empathy involves being able to recognize how other people are feeling and share in their emotions.
Put yourself out there socially
Get out of your comfort zone and make an effort to be more social, which can help you practice and improve your social skills. It can be scary to step outside your comfort zone, but increased social connection can have a positive impact on your life.
| A．Work on your willpower |
| B．Use self-motivation to boost self-control |
| C．It's the ability to put yourself in another person's shoes |
| D．This will help you practice the skill of identifying your feelings |
| E．Start listening to the physical conditions of your emotions, instead of ignoring them |
| F．You can do deep breathing exercises to calm anxiety in emotionally-charged situations |
| G．Social connection also leads to better emotional and physical health and promotes well-being |
7 . Life isn’t fair. Some people just seem blessed with the ability to effortlessly charm anyone they meet. Well, it might seem like a magical power, but in fact there are a number of factors at work.
But first, the bad news. People initially judge each other based purely on physical appearance. With just a glimpse of a face, people make snap judgments about each other’s likeability, trustworthiness and confidence. How should we deal with this?
What other tricks might we have?
So we’ve looked at body language, but of course what you say is hugely important too, unless you want to just stand there grinning foolishly. The golden rule of friendship is if you make people feel good about themselves, they’re going to like you. In other words, you should not talk about yourself and all your wonderful achievements.
Finally, finding common ground is good to form a connection. Charming people are particularly skilled at seeking out shared interests or experiences to bond with others. Simple things like asking where someone’s from really can open up a discussion and allow you to find areas in common. And if all else fails, you can fall back on that most British of topics: the weather.
| A．It can be a nice start of a conversation. |
| B．Instead, you need to show interest in them. |
| C．What tricks can we employ to be charming? |
| D．There’s one incredibly simple tool: your smile. |
| E．So, can we learn to develop superhuman charm? |
| F．Shared interests are the key to developing friendship with others. |
| G．Our brains often survey the environment for friend or enemy signals. |
8 . Self-improvement doesn’t have to be a terrifying task. It can be a fun and exciting adventure that takes you on a journey of discovery and growth. With some simple tricks, you can transform yourself into a better version of you.
First off, remember that self-improvement is a marathon, not a dash.
Start with small, achievable goals. Whether it’s reading a book a week, going for a daily walk, or learning a new skill, these little milestones will help you stay motivated and feel accomplished.
Don’t be afraid to fail. Failure is part of the learning process. If you stumble or fall short of your goals, don’t beat yourself up.
And finally, don’t forget to celebrate your progress.
| A．Choose your circle wisely. |
| B．Seek support and inspiration. |
| C．Instead, dust yourself off, and start out again. |
| D．Make time for activities that will fuel your soul. |
| E．No one can expect to change everything overnight. |
| F．Remember, every step counts, however small it is! |
| G．Every little win is well worth acknowledging and rewarding. |
9 . Working out is such an important part of your overall health.
Choose your inspiration and set a clear, achievable goal. Having a goal can really help you feel motivated. Take a few minutes to think about why you’re working out and what you want to achieve.
Push yourself to work hard. The trick is to do it safely and in a controlled manner. If you ran 2 miles yesterday and felt worn out later, don’t try to run 5 miles today. Instead, find a level of effort that leaves you feeling like you got in a good workout.
Work as much of your body as you can. The more parts of your body receive exercise, the more you’ll notice exercises’ positive effects on your weight, mood, stress levels, sleeping patterns, and overall sense of well-being.
| A．It’s good for both your body and mind! |
| B．As always, any exercise is good exercise. |
| C．Figure out a schedule that suits your needs. |
| D．Set a date when you want to accomplish your goal, too. |
| E．You can record each of your workouts on your phone with them. |
| F．If you want to feel energized, you’ll need to ensure some good sleep. |
| G．Then try to slightly add on to the intensity of that level every couple of weeks. |
10 . By clicking the thumbs up, posting a comment, or sharing a post, people are validating (认可) each other at an increasing rate. This, as well as the need for in-person validation, can create anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem and make it addictive to hear praise, acceptance, and acknowledgment in all aspects of life.
To break free from external validation, it’s key to learn to be aware when you are seeking it.
Be mindful. Look carefully at what you are doing.
Do not ask for validation.
Keep in mind that validation is not a bad thing in your life; it is positive without doubt.
| A．Take a social media break. |
| B．Ignore the need for praise and acceptance. |
| C．It’s only problematic when it’s your single focus. |
| D．Track and record improvements, mentally or on paper. |
| E．Problems arise when self-validation is valued too much. |
| F．Instead of seeking validation from others, ask yourself first. |
| G．This self-awareness can lead to growth through internal validation. |
