1 . Surveys have found that public speaking has long been one of the things Americans fear most.     1     Here’s what you can do in advance to make the actual speaking part as smooth as possible.

Know your audience.

It’s as important to understand your audience as it is to understand the subject you’ll be discussing in front of them. Josephine Lee, third place winner in the 2016 Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking, emphasizes that even if she’s giving the same speech to two different audiences, she’ll take time to customize it. She always asks herself, “    2    ”

Plan and structure your speech.

    3     But if your words and structure are all over the place then people are not going to remember what you said. It is 100% about simplicity. If you have multiple points and if you go off at a tangent and if you don’t stay on one simple path then people won’t remember what you were speaking about.

Memorize your first and last lines.

    4     But you also don’t want to sound like a robot regurgitating (照搬) a pile of words you wrote down. If you memorize everything word for word, it’s not going to sound very natural. Instead, try to memorize the opening sentence and the closing sentence. The goal is to insure you start and end strong while still giving yourself the room to speak naturally in between.

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Finally, remember that everyone gets nervous. Those executives many levels above you whose presence is making you sweat probably get nervous when they speak, too, Goodfellow points out. “Give yourself a little bit of grace,” she says, “and do the best that you can.”

A．Don’t be so hard on yourself.

B．You can have great presentation skills.

C．Remember the audience is on your side.

D．What is the specific audience and why are they there?

E．What are you feeling when audience burst into laughter?

F．You’ll want to have a pretty clear idea of what you’re going to say.

G．Unfortunately, in many professions, some amount of public speaking is necessary.

2 . 听下面一段独白, 回答以下小题。
1. What is the most important thing in writing a thank-you note?

A．Being polite and sweet.

B．Using simple language.

C．Explaining the exact reason.

2. What makes an email a good way to say thank you?

A．It is more formal.

B．It can be received earlier.

C．It can be understood more easily.

3. What is the advantage of a handwritten note?

A．It takes less time to write.

B．It carries more sentences.

C．It seems more sincere.

4. What does the speaker mainly talk about?

A．The importance of writing a thank-you note.

B．Some basic rules for writing a thank-you note.

C．A few helpful examples of writing a thank-you note.

4 . For many of us, it is not easy to feel inspired by the artworks that we see at museums. Here are some tips on how to create that meaningful connection.

Keep an open mind

Once you are in an art museum, try not to have any ideas about what you’re about to see.     1     . You can love it. You can hate it. Just tell yourself that it’s OK.

Draw personal connections to the art

When you see an artwork, just let your mind wander and follow your thought wherever it leads you.     2     . As a result, a deep connection will happen.

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You can increase the chances of finding an art piece you connect with by going to a museum that interests you. If you’re interested in climate change, for example, you may pick a museum that’s showing artworks inspired by Earth conservation.

Really “look at” the art

After you have found an artwork you like, take time to observe it closely. You can take a finger to the air and follow the outline of the figure or the movement of the brushstrokes.     4     .

Keep your museum visit short and focused

Art museums can be huge. So be realistic about how long you can spend at the museum.     5     . After that, it’s hard to stay focused and understand what you’ve seen.

A．Reflect and appreciate

B．You don’t need more than an hour or two

C．Pick a museum that is related to your interests

D．Instead, allow yourself to feel how the art makes you feel

E．The free associations will help create emotional reactions in you

F．Such accompanying activities can help you more deeply appreciate the art

G．Study the subject of the art, which can affect on how you feel about the work

6 . It is quite true that nowadays more and more people have come to realize the importance of health. On the other hand, being healthier can be a huge challenge, especially if you don’t have the time or the energy.     1    That is because there are small changes you can make to your life where you can improve your health and still be lazy. Just start with eating well.

Eat your meals with your non-dominant hand.

Which is your non-dominant hand? For example, if you’re a right-hander, then your left hand is. Usually fork in your left hand, right? OK!     2     You’ll eat more slowly and probably consume less food.

Add in healthy food.

You can buy those Milano cookies, but also make an effort to buy frozen fruits for smoothies (奶昔) and snap pea crisps to snack on, too.     3    

Drink a glass of water before every meal.

Water will fill you up a little bit, so you won’t be hungry as a wolf at meal. Make it a habit to keep a water bottle nearby at all times, whether you’re in your house or on the go. That we should drink at least 8 cups of water every day makes sense.

Drink coffee.

Right!    4    More importantly, people who drink three to five cups of coffee a day are less likely to show early symptoms of heart disease. Don’t skip out of your morning cup of coffee or that afternoon pick-me-up.

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People who eat on smaller plates end up eating less food. Buy a few inexpensive smaller plates and bowls if yours are large. You’ll think you’ve eaten more than you have.

Besides, just stretching your legs after meals every day will help a lot more.

A．Eat on smaller plates.

B．Never a coach potato!

C．A lucky dog you are now.

D．Caffeine truly refreshes you.

E．Stop eating when you feel full, never overeat.

F．Try using your right hand as your fork hand, rather than your left one.

G．Over time, fewer cookies and more healthy snacks you will have on hand.

8 . Would you like to visit Britain one day?     1    

Overseas travel can be dear.     2     We hope that we can give you some good ideas.

When to come?

    3     There will be smaller numbers of visitors. British weather is pleasant from April to the end of September.     4     Many places, such as large houses and castles (城堡), are closed early in winter. However, if you are interested in museums, art galleries or theaters, winter may be a good time to visit.

Be prepared. If you are a student, it’s a good idea to apply for (申请) an International Student Identity Card (身份证).     5     You can get the card from your local student travel office, and you can also call (44)-08708-413224 to get it. To get the card, you need to show that you are a student, get a passport photo, and pay a little money.

A．Of course, you can visit it in winter, but it is often dark by 4 p. m.

B．Your visit may be cheaper, if you don’t go there in the busy months — July and August.

C．With this card, you can save a lot of money.

D．But there are ways of visiting Britain cheaply.

E．Our country would like to welcome you!

F．Do you like to travel?

G．It’s good for your health to do so.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What can help us tell whether the news is real?

A．The website address.

B．The website editor.

C．The website designer.

2. What might happen if the news is made up?

A．Only one website reports it.

B．The website will correct the mistake.

C．Fact-checking websites will remind you.

3. What is the last way?

A．To check other websites.

B．To check the date of the news.

C．To check the persons in the news.

10 . Did you know that you can be a good friend who has bad friend habits? Those habits might be pushing people you care about away. In this article, we’ll explore some habits and how they negatively impact your relationships. Read and find out what they are and how to break them.     1    .

Being on your phone when with friends

You’re on your phones most of the day, but when should you put them down?     2    . Being around loved ones might be commonplace for you, but it’s not OK to take it for granted or treat people badly as a result. You’ve gotten used to seeing your friends, but it doesn’t mean you can get away with bad behavior!     3    . Focusing on people you love is one of the best ways to show you care about them!

Turning up late

You’ve all experienced the horrible realization that you’re running late and won’t make your plans on time. There’s arguably nothing worse. You’re walking fast, red and sweaty face, desperately trying to get hold of your friends to let them know you’re going to be late.     4    . And it’s also a horrible feeling for your friends.

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You might not notice you’re doing this but try to keep an eye out for how often you spin conversations to be about you. It’s nice to get involved in conversations, but it’s also important to let your friends have their turn to speak and their time to share.

Your friends love and care about you, so they will make sure you have a chance to speak. The least you can do in return is give them their chance too.

A．Ignoring how your friends feel

B．Making every conversation about you

C．The answer is when you’re staying with our friends

D．It’s a habit that will make your friends satisfied

E．Don’t let these habits ruin your friendships any longer

F．If there’s no urgent call, you can answer your messages later

G．Though you’re not doing it on purpose, it’s still an awful feeling