1 . The world is an interesting place. Different people like different things.     1    . Other people don’t. They like soft music.

Many people like sports, but they do not all like the same sports. In some countries, cricket is a very popular sport; In others it is not popular at all. No one plays it or watches it on TV.

However, most people like soccer.     2     Millions of people watch the games on TV.

    3     Some people do not like meat. They eat fruit and vegetables most of the time.Some people do not like potatoes or bread. They prefer rice.

Not everyone likes the same color. Most people have their favorite colors. Some people like bright colors.     4    

Many people like traveling. Different people like different places.     5     They like the fresh air. Some people like to go to the cities. Because they like shopping. Some other people enjoy beautiful places like the mountains or beaches.

2 . Education is a good opportunity for those of us who expect to better ourselves. But for people in full-time employment, getting the balancing act between work and studying can prove challenging. But look on the bright side.     1    

University is often considered a logical step for people who wish to continue their education after school. While options of Master's degrees, PhDs and other postgraduate qualifications exist, many students leave after obtaining their Bachelor’s and head into the world of work.     2     They hope it may open up new opportunities or help them to get a promotion.

In terms of the benefits, learning new techniques that you can bring into the workplace can make you more of an authority in your area and a go-to person for advice.     3     In short, studying more could make you more promotable down the line and more helpful to the business.

If you study in a classroom, your experience of the workplace could bring a wealth of knowledge to other students and provide real-life examples for you to draw on. You may also meet like-minded people.     4     In addition, while adult learners have to consider things like children, home lives and work，many adult and part-time courses are more flexible. Some courses can even be done partly or entirely online, which means you can manage your time more easily and don't need to factor in travel time.

    5     Increasing your skills may open up new careers in your professional life.

4 . One of the most effective skills you can have in life is powerful and effective time management.     1     Here are important time management tips for getting your goals.

Set goals the right way.

    2    If you don’t set your goals the right way, then you’ll lack the proper targets, which will force you to fall off track. But when you set them the right way, the sky is the limit. Use proper goal setting method to help you see things through. And when you do set those goals, make sure you have powerful deep down meanings for wanting to achieve them.

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One of the tips for managing your time is to find the right system to actually do it. The quadrant (象限) time-management system is probably the most effective. It divides your activities into four quadrants based on urgency and importance. Things are either urgent or important, both, or neither.

Take frequent breaks when working.

One study suggests that you should work for 52 minutes and break for 17 minutes. You might not have enough time to do that. But you should take frequent breaks. If you’re a boss working for yourself, this is vital. It’s easy to run out of energy and not even know it.     4    

Make to-do lists in the evening for the next day.

Every single evening before bed, make a list for the next day. Look at your goals and see what you can do to help move you closer.     5     It takes time. But by making to-do lists, you’re effectively setting goals for the day. Daily goals are easier to achieve while helping to move us towards the longer and bigger goals. But that happens by creating to-do lists.

5 . It is important for you to think about a plan for your growth.     1    . Don’t worry. All you need is just a rough one. Here is some advice for you.

    2     Understand what you like, what you value and what you want to be. In studying yourself, you check your strength and weakness. Find out what you need to prepare for your dream job.

Secondly, write down your plan. When wring. you can try using Mind Maps (思维导图).     3     And you may find a proper way to work out your plan.

Thirdly go over your plan with your teachers, parents or friends.     4    . Think carefully about their advice and make some changes to your plan if necessary. Then you can go on with it.

Finally, work hard to realize your dream. For example, if you want to be an English teacher, you should learn more about English culture and practice your listening and speaking from now on.     5    

6 . How to Make Friends at a New School

Starting with a new school can be difficult. Everything seems to be different, and you don’t even know where to go for your own classes.     1     However, if you use these skills, you can quickly turn some of those strangers into friends.

    2     If some people don’t accept you, they’re not the kind of friends you need. People often stay together because they have similar interests. For example, someone who does a lot of sports may make friends with those who also run or swim a lot.

Remember to be nice to the people you meet at your new school. If you think that you will say something that may make them feel sad, do not say anything and just nod your head if they talk to you. Also, remember to be as helpful as possible!

A smile goes a long way. When you walk in the halls, don’t keep your eyes on the floor. Raise your head and make eye contact with other people.     4     Introduce yourself. Tell them your name and where you’re from.

You like it when people use your name, and so do other people.     5     Besides, ask them in a kind way if they have a nickname. You’d be surprised how often this may come in handy.

8 . Going from middle school to freshman year of high school is a big change.     1    

Be open to new friendships.

High school is all about experiencing new things, including new friendships. Getting to know people you haven’t met before is a great way to broaden your horizons (眼界).     2     Simply sitting with a new person at lunch can be a good way to get it started.

Explore the campus.

For most people, going off to high school means heading off to a new campus.     3     They might be able to show you around the campus, which will make you a bit more comfortable as you go on with your freshman year.

Get organized (有条理的).

High school and middle school are very different in studying.     4     You can buy a planner and spend a few minutes each night going over the notes you took in class that day. Staying on top of your studies will make it much easier to get used to high school.

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While there’s no need to plan every day for the next three years, it can’t hurt to make a note of classes you want to take or activities you’d like to try. Believe it or not, the three years go by really fast. Having a plan in place will help you make the most of your high school experience.

9 . How to Make Friends

Friendship is a very important human relationship and everyone needs good friends. Good friendship has many benefits. It offers companionship, improves self-worth and promotes good health. There are times in our lives such as when we have recently moved into a new town, or changed our jobs or schools. Such changes often leave us without a friend.     1     But for many of us the process is difficult and requires courage. Below are some helpful suggestions on how to make and keep friends.

1. Associate with others.

The first step to making friends is associating with other people. You can go to public places to meet new people. Besides, you will need to make yourself known by becoming an active member of such places.

2. Start a conversation.

Starting a conversation is the second most important step in making new friends.     2     You can always start the conversation. Being able to make small talk is a very useful skill in relating with other people.

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Choosing friends with common interests is important in building friendship as these interests would always bring you and your friend together. Hanging out will always be a pleasant experience.

4. Let it grow.

It is a good thing to stay in touch. However, try not to press your new friend with calls, messages or visits as this would likely wear him or her out and finally you may lose your friend.     4     The best friendships are the ones that grow naturally.

5. Enjoy your friendship.

The best way to enjoy your friendship is to allow your friends to be themselves.     5     Try not to change them from who they are to what you want them to be. Become the kind of friend you will want your friend to be to you.

10 . How to deal with your homework

Write it down.     1     Always be sure to write down all the homework so you won’t forget anything.

Create a homework station. Find somewhere comfortable and quiet to do your homework.     2     It will take twice as long to get the homework done. Shut off your cell phone, log off (退出) your computer (unless you need it for your homework) and close the door.

Do homework as early as possible. Don’t leave homework to the last minute.     3     The earlier you start your homework, the sooner you will finish! Do all your homework as early as you can, so you don’t have a pile of ( 一 堆 ) homework the next day.

    4     Think about how long it will take you to complete homework for each subject. For example: English-ten minutes, science-ten minutes, math-forty minutes, history-twenty minutes.

Treat yourself. You can easily get tired by sitting through an hour or two of homework without stopping. Once you finish homework for a subject, take a small break (no more than 15 minutes). Either taking a walk or finding something to eat will do. But do not turn on the TV, or you’ll never go back to your study.     5