1 . We all feel lonely at some point, but long-term social loneliness can damage our mental and physical health. “Loneliness is a signal that you need human connection,” says Dr. Jeremy Nobel.
Know yourself
It’s easier to connect with people if you have shared the same ideas or experiences, so start paying attention to what’s on your mind.
Make something
When someone says make something, you can immediately say, “Well, I’m not Picasso. I don’t know how to do a fancy painting.” And, of course, you’re not! But the opportunities for creative expression are endless. You can plant a garden or try a dance move.
Take a risk by having conversations
Share something about yourself. It doesn’t have to be the biggest or darkest part of your life, but just something you think other people might find interesting and convincing.
Whether it’s volunteering for a cause you believe in or just for fun, try to find others who share your interests. And if you follow your natural curiosities, you may find something new. Share your thoughts and feelings in creative ways with other people who have that interest.
| A．Other people’s loneliness matters too |
| B．Find a group that matches your interests |
| C．Since you have shared some of your secrets |
| D．Here are some good tips to make connection |
| E．Even if you’re nervous about being judged or refused |
| F．Knowing yourself can be the first step to bond with others |
| G．Making something can express your thoughts and feelings to others |
Long time ago, a girl
“If you can become my friend.” Jackson told her. “I will get your necklace for you.” Lisa told him
Lisa told her mother about that. After
| A．Sing along with her. | B．Help her practice singing. | C．Accompany her on piano. |
4 . Studying abroad is full of adventures-everything is different and exciting. How can you adjust to the new environment soon? Homestay is a great way to get to know the culture from a firsthand aspect. Here are some tips on how to enjoy a successful homestay.
Bring a thoughtful gift.
Respect the schedule.
Even though you’ve paid for your stay, you’re still part of a family that is not yours - respect their schedules. If the meals are at 7 p. m., make sure you are on time.
Attend the family meals.
Most host programs will give you the choice to include meals in your homestay. It’s highly recommended that you join your host family for at least one meal each day
Be fair and honest when problems arise.
When it comes time to leave, you might be feeling some relief about getting back to a more familiar home. Do remember to make an effort to express your thanks to the family for let-ting you into their home and sharing their lives with you.
| A．Show great relief before you leave. |
| B．Express your gratitude before leaving. |
| C．Lies can only make things much worse. |
| D．This can help you taste homemade local food. |
| E．You don’t have to spend a lot of money on the gift. |
| F．Whenever people live together, there’s room for disagreement. |
| G．You must let your host family know in advance if you can’t arrive on time. |
5 . Social anxiety(社恐) is a men tal disorder that is often misunderstood. It involves being fearful of social situations, especially unfamiliar ones.
A person with social anxiety has an increase in heart rate, sweating and dizziness(头晕). In all of these cases, it’s important to slow down your breathing to help you gain control back of your body.
Challenge your thoughts
When you have social anxiety, perhaps you’re worried you might trip over, laugh or cough at the wrong time.
Set goals
The idea of goal setting is not only to decide where you want to end up, but to learn about where you are now.
Say yes
| A．Focus on breathing |
| B．In this way, you can clearly see your progress. |
| C．The truth is that these things happen at any time. |
| D．Maybe you've gotten into the habit of saying “no” to everything. |
| E．Luckily, there are a few small steps to help you feel more comfortable. |
6 . It’s normal for friends to experience conflict, disagreements, and even fight. You can’t always agree on everything. Most times conflict with a friend is easily solved. But in some cases, the disagreement and the conflict grow leading to anger, sadness and even the end of a friendship. Learning to handle the conflict with friends in a healthy way is beneficial for both sides.
Calm down.
The first thing is to calm down.
It may feel as if it helps you explain your concerns more thoroughly if you bring in related examples from past events. Avoid this at all costs. Past issues for discussion only make things worse. Remember it’s important to focus on the issue at hand, not past events.
Work towards a compromise.
Unfortunately, some people believe that a compromise means a “lose/lose situation” because each person has to give up something. While this is true, every healthy relationship usually involves compromise and adjusting to others’ needs or wants.
Be careful of unhealthy friendships.
It’s generally a good idea to work through conflicts with friends. But it isn’t in your best interest if the friendship causes more harm than good.
| A．It takes two to make it work |
| B．In a heated situation, it’s easy to say or do things we later regret |
| C．Avoid explaining your concerns repeatedly |
| D．Remain on the current matter |
| E．Here are some tips |
| F．It’s important to surround yourself with people who positively influence your life |
| G．If you are in a friendship that is based more on conflict or you are the one always apologizing |
1. Why does the man come to the woman?
| A．To book a hotel room. | B．To ask for permission. | C．To make a complaint. |
| A．It was cheap. | B．It was noisy. | C．It was large. |
1. 学会倾听；
2. 有不同意见时让步；
3. 多陪伴注意；
1. 词数 100 左右；
2. 开头及结尾为你写好，不计入总词数。参考词汇：compromise 让步
Dear Ann,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
9 . Miscommunications can sometimes be funny, however, most of time you will feel frustrated or upset. Put some efforts into your conversations, and you can lower your risk of miscommunicating.
Get people’s attention. It means making sure they are listening to and understanding the words you say. Make eye contact and check to make sure they are listening. If the other person is distracted or in the middle of doing something else, say that you’ll talk later when he or she is more available.
Listen closely.
Avoid interrupting. If someone else is speaking, do your best not to interrupt them.
| A．Think before you speak. |
| B．Check for understanding. |
| C．Give your full attention when someone is speaking. |
| D．Avoid calling out or shouting at people to get attention. |
| E．He or she will appreciate feeling heard and understood. |
| F．Let them complete their thoughts before you add to them. |
| G．This is true if you’re talking to someone from a different culture. |
10 . Meeting people is the first step to make friends.
Make small talk even if you don’t feel like it
Small talk can make people feel false and meaningless.
When you talk to someone new and realize that you have similar interests, the conversation usually goes from stiff (生硬的) to fun and interesting. Therefore, make it a habit to find out if you have any mutual interests or something in common. You can do this by mentioning things that interest you and seeing how they answer.
Don’t write people off until you know them
Don’t judge people too quickly. Try not to think that they are shallow (肤浅的), boring, or that you have nothing to talk about. If everyone seems uninterested, it might be because you have been in small talk.
Make people like being around you
When you try to make people like you, it will become easier for you to make friends.
| A．But it does have a purpose. |
| B．Help people get to know you. |
| C．Being used to talking to people is important. |
| D．Figure out what you might have in common. |
| E．If you only make small talk, everyone will sound shallow. |
| F．But how do you actually become friends with someone? |
| G．When you make sure that people like being around you, they will like you. |
