1 . Feelings are the emotional and physical responses to what we think about and how we react to daily events. Feelings are natural — we can’t stop them from happening. Because we are all different, we respond to feelings in various ways, sometimes positively and sometimes negatively. But if we are aware of our feelings, we can learn to respect ourselves and others.

There are many misunderstandings about feelings. For example, “ Feelings, that womanish stuff. ” Recognizing that feelings are real and natural for everyone is important. Some of us may never agree that feelings are a part of living. It may be difficult for some of us to talk about our feelings. Learning about personal feelings is important in building self-awareness and relationships with others. Most mentally healthy individuals learn to accept feelings, both good and bad.

“Feelings don’t exist, or they are dangerous. So no one should talk about them. ” Refusing to admit feelings can damage relationships. It can also build up emotions to the point when negative behaviors break out, for example, when an angry person hits the table. Not being able to talk to those we respect about our feelings may cause an emotional “shut down ” . Talking about personal feelings with your family may help. But if it doesn’t, you may need to talk about your feelings with someone else.

Instead of denying feelings, it is healthier to talk about them. One of the most important things you can do to create respect in a family is never to deny someone’s feelings. Try to spend time each day, perhaps at the dinner table or in a private chat, talking about feelings. Teach your children by example, like “ I feel afraid that you will be sleepy tomorrow if you don’t go to bed soon. ” Learn to be a good listener and show understanding.

1. What is the feature of feelings?

A．They are negative.	B．They happen naturally.
C．They are dangerous.	D．They exist in women.

2. Why does the author mention “ an angry person hits the table ” in Paragraph 3?

A．To tell a story.

B．To explain an idea.

C．To show a fact.

D．To give a definition.

3. What is the author’s attitude toward talking about feelings?

A．Doubtful.

B．Negative.

C．Favorable.

D．Indifferent.

4. What is the last paragraph mainly about?

A．Ways of sharing feelings in a family.	B．Effects of denying someone’s feelings.
C．Reasons for having respect in a family.	D．Importance of teaching kids about feelings.

2 . On his 67th birthday, Dad had a heart attack. He was ________— he survived. But something ________ him had died. His passion for life was gone. He refused the doctor’s ________, and his bitter attitude made every visitor ________. Dad was left alone.

I asked Dad to come and live on our small farm, hoping the fresh air would do him good. A week later, I________ the invitation. He criticized everything here. Frustrated, I decided something had to be done.

One day I read an article saying several depressed patients ’ attitudes had ________ dramatically （显著地） when given dogs. That afternoon I drove to the animal shelter, where a pointer’s eyes caught my attention. They watched me ________ . A staff member said: “He’s been here for two weeks with nothing heard. His time is up tomorrow. ”

I turned to the man in horror. “You mean to kill him?”

“Madam,” he said coldly, “We don’t have ________for every unclaimed dog. ” The pointer’s calm brown eyes ________ my decision. “I’ll take him. ” I said.

On arriving home, I took the dog to Dad’s room. “Look what I got you!” I said ________.

Dad frowned and murmured, “I don ’ t want it. ” Then, suddenly, the pointer pulled free from my grasp. He sat down in front of Dad.

Dad’s anger ________ , and soon he was hugging the animal.

It was the beginning of a ________ friendship. Dad named the pointer Cheyenne. Together they spent long hours walking down country roads and relaxing on the banks of streams.

Dad’s bitterness faded, and he and Cheyenne befriended each other. Then, one night two years later, Cheyenne rushed into my bedroom as if telling something. Running into Dad’s room, I found he had________.

Two days later, my grief ________ when I discovered Cheyenne lying dead beside Dad’s bed. While burying him near their favorite stream, I silently________ the dog for restoring Dad’s peace of mind.

1.

A．helpless

B．lucky

C．dangerous

D．unusual

2.

A．about

B．for

C．around

D．inside

3.

A．descriptions

B．orders

C．designs

D．ideas

4.

A．upset

B．pitiful

C．concerned

D．sympathetic

5.

A．forgot

B．admitted

C．regretted

D．opposed

6.

A．grew

B．differed

C．improved

D．transformed

7.

A．calmly

B．seriously

C．restlessly

D．anxiously

8.

A．time

B．worry

C．room

D．patience

9.

A．refused

B．expected

C．doubted

D．challenged

10.

A．patiently

B．suddenly

C．excitedly

D．carefully

11.

A．melted

B．stayed

C．continued

D．strengthened

12.

A．cold

B．painful

C．lonely

D．warm

13.

A．left home

B．gone out

C．turned up

D．passed away

14.

A．weakened

B．deepened

C．stopped

D．closed

15.

A．thanked

B．apologized

C．begged

D．praised