1 . Ways to make a great first impression
You’ve heard it a million times already. But it really does take but a few seconds to make that all-important first impression（印象）. Here are some easy ways for you to impress your classmates or teachers.
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Before you shake hands with somebody, make sure that your hands are clean. The hand-shake should not be too strong or weak. Most people use their right hands, unless they have a reason to use the left.
*Be on time
When meeting someone for the first time, arriving on time is as important as breathing. You may have an excuse, but that will leave the person who hardly knows you with a bad impression.
*Introduce yourself and ask for names
Make sure you properly introduce yourself. Ask for their name in a polite way.
*Make good conversation
To get the most out of your discussion, try to find something common between the two of you.
| A．Use body language |
| B．Have a proper handshake |
| C．Repeat the name and use it later in conversation. |
| D．It could be a similar taste in clothes or a common hobby |
| E．As a general rule, plan to arrive about 30 minutes early. |
| F．You’ll be in serious trouble if you leave them with a bad impression. |
| G．However, don’t have your left hand in your pocked because this appears impolite. |
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| A．ask | B．warn | C．invite | D．advise |
| A．sing | B．dance | C．jump | D．run |
| A．old | B．fat | C．clever | D．careful |
| A．embarrassed | B．bored | C．sad | D．excited |
| A．deep | B．high | C．long | D．far |
| A．wait | B．leave | C．stay | D．catch |
| A．see | B．stop | C．start | D．arrive |
| A．speed | B．power | C．wealth | D．courage |
| A．managed | B．expected | C．agreed | D．happened |
| A．habits | B．skills | C．senses | D．ideas |
| A．Suddenly | B．Immediately | C．However | D．Besides |
| A．although | B．unless | C．until | D．if |
| A．Remember | B．Try | C．Carry | D．Study |
| A．nervous | B．happy | C．sad | D．serious |
| A．missed | B．liked | C．entered | D．needed |
| A．appeared | B．changed | C．begun | D．continued |
| A．dangerous | B．important | C．perfect | D．terrible |
| A．pride | B．anger | C．patience | D．kindness |
| A．early | B．young | C．small | D．smart |
| A．failures | B．worries | C．uncertainties | D．difficulties |
| A．was lasted | B．last | C．has been lasted | D．lasted |
6 . Do you know that some people have memories that are completely wrong? They remember things that never happened. Sometimes, many people have the same wrong memory. When this happens, it’s believed that it is because of the Mandela Effect.
People first noticed the Mandela Effect in 2013. That year, Nelson Mandela passed away. However, thousands of people remembered him dying in the 1980s. They described watching his funeral on TV. But in fact, Mandela lived to be 95 years old. How could that be? How could so many people have the same wrong memory?
Most experts explain the Mandela Effect using brain science. When we make memories our brains keep them in groups. Each group includes memories that are similar to each other. Sometimes, our brains mess up. They mix two similar memories together. That’s why people thought Nelson Mandela died in the 1980s. They knew he was imprisoned (坐牢) during the 1980s. For some reason, they mixed his imprisonment with his death.
That would explain why so many people in 2013 thought Nelson Mandela was already dead. But would it explain why all those people gave similar descriptions of his funeral? Could all those people have mixed up the same two memories?
Another theory about the basis for the Mandela effect originates from quantum physics (量子物理学) and relates to the idea that rather than one timeline of events, it is possible that alternate realities or universes are taking place and mixing with our timeline. In theory, this would result in groups of people having the same memories because the timeline has been changed as we shift between these different realities. You aren’t alone if you think this sounds a little unrealistic.
There are many other examples of the Mandela Effect. Have you ever seen the Mona Lisa? Many people remember the woman in the painting with a frown or was straight-faced. If you look at the Mona Lisa today, you'll find she’s smiling. Do you know where New Zealand is in relation to Australia? However, there is a community of people who claim to remember New Zealand being northeast instead of southeast.
Are these wrong memories the result of mixed memories, or is there another explanation? Without further science research, we can’t say for sure!
1. The Mandela Effect refers to a phenomenon ________.| A．created by the former South African president Nelson Mandela |
| B．describing how some people have worse memory than others |
| C．about a large number of people watching Mandela's funeral on TV |
| D．where many people have the same wrong memory about something |
| A．By making comparison. | B．By listing figures. |
| C．By giving examples. | D．By drawing conclusions. |
| A．Our brains may mix similar memories together sometimes. |
| B．People might make up stories with imagination sometimes. |
| C．Things from other universes might be mixing with our timeline. |
| D．All the explanations don’t sound reasonable or realistic. |
| A．science journal | B．advertisement |
| C．book review | D．magazine article |
Here’s something that’s been bothering me recently. My daughter will be five years old. She is happy, well-mannered, loving and pretty. She has attended a Montessori school since she was 16 months old and has made two friends. The three girls are always together, or talking with each other.
But recently the girls told my daughter that they would not play with her if she kept playing with the boy who was disliked by most of the class. My daughter always finds good things in others and insisted they play with him, too. Then one of the friends told my daughter she didn’t have straight hair and shouldn’t play with them. Then she started ignoring my daughter. My mother-in-law decided to iron my girl’s beautiful curly hair (卷发).
With her birthday coming, my child decided to invite her friends to her party. When I asked her why, she said because they were always together, but I know one of the girls will not attend her party.
I’m concerned about her. I feel lost, not knowing how to help my child.
Jenny
Dear Jenny,
It’s always painful to a mother when someone hurts her child. Your daughter’s friends weren’t nice to her, but little kids are still learning how to get along with others. As a result, young friendships are often fleeting, even changing from day to day. Judging from you letter, your daughter seems to be remarkably loving, outgoing and mature (成熟的) beyond her years. Perhaps you need to be proud of the way she treats people.
Ironing your daughter’s hair won't send your daughter or the other girls a good message. It implies that there is something wrong with the way she is. You have no choice but to let your daughter know that one of the girls won’t be attending her birthday party. If she seems upset, remind her that other friends will be there. My guess is that she will rise to the occasion.
Hope this helps.
Mark
1. What’s the mother’s problem?| A．Her daughter doesn’t respect other children. |
| B．Her daughter seems to be losing her friends. |
| C．Her daughter cares too much about her friends. |
| D．Her daughter doesn’t want to change her hairstyle. |
| A．kids value friendship very much |
| B．young friendships don’t last long |
| C．kids are good at dealing with others |
| D．young friendships are very important |
| A．teacher and parent | B．doctor and patient |
| C．editor and reader | D．agent and client |
8 . Join our Youth Winter Camp in China and experience Chinese culture. You can make new friends from all over the world. Besides, you can improve your Chinese, take part in cultural activities, and visit Beijing or Shanghai in a safe environment.
Chinese Classes
Our Winter Camp students will join small group Chinese classes from 09: 00-12: 00 Monday to Friday during the camp. Students will improve speaking skills in day-to-day situations, giving them the chance to learn useful phrases for their trips around the city.
Trips and Cultural Activities
After Chinese class in the morning, students will take part in cultural activities through which they'll learn more about the local culture. Students will join in a total of 18 different activities, including:trips to historical and tourist sights of Beijing, such as the Great Wall and Summer Palace; lectures about living, studying and working in China; cultural activities organized by the school, such as Chinese opera and calligraphy (书法).
Prices and Dates
If you want to join our Winter Camp, you must be aged between 14-17. You will need to arrive in the city at least 1 day before the start of the camp. All students will move into Winter Camp accommodation (住处) on the first day of the program. The dates and prices are as below:
Jan. 5th-Jan. 25th, 2022, Beijing.
Price: £1, 980/person
You can apply for our Winter Camp either on your own or in a group:
●For groups of 5 people or more, the price is £1, 900/person.
●For groups of 10 people or more, the price is £1, 700/person.
Click http://www.youth.com/2022wintercamp for more information (English only).
1. What will students do on weekday mornings during the Winter Camp?| A．Have Chinese lessons. | B．Learn Chinese opera. |
| C．Visit historical sites. | D．Study English. |
| A．A week. | B．Ten days. |
| C．Two weeks. | D．Twenty-one days. |
| A．students who want to improve their Chinese exam score |
| B．teachers of Chinese who aim to improve their teaching |
| C．foreign students who are interested in Chinese culture |
| D．travelers who are enthusiastic about camping in China |
——What a shame!
| A．packed up | B．added up | C．come up | D．set up |
要点：1. 知道高中英语比初中英语难，但不能放弃；
2. 意识到学习英语的重要性；
3. 简要地从听、说、读、写四方面给建议。
要求：1. 词数100左右。
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Li Fang,
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Best wishes!
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
