1 . The community is the basic unit where we share space and resources with others. A harmonious and orderly community not only enhances the quality of life for its residents but also promotes stability and development in society. Therefore, community residents should understand and fulfill their responsibilities and duties to ensure a harmonious and beautiful community environment.
The cleanliness of the community environment directly affects the health and quality of life of its residents. Residents should avoid littering, actively participate in community cleaning activities, and regularly clean their own doorsteps and surroundings. Additionally, properly sorting waste and participating in recycling are essential duties for every resident.
Observing public orderActively participating in community management is;an important responsibility for residents. This includes voting for community leaders, participating in community meetings, and offering suggestions and feedback on the management and activities of the community. Residents can also join volunteer organizations, take part in community safety patrols, and organize cultural events.
Good neighborly relations are the foundation of a harmonious community.
Community safety affects everyone’s interests. Residents should increase their safety awareness and report suspicious behavior and safety hazards (安全隐患) promptly.
A.Protecting ourselves and others |
B.Residents should respect each other |
C.Maintaining environmental cleanliness |
D.The community is a space for public life |
E.Those all contribute to the community’s development |
F.Every resident has the opportunity to clean the community park |
G.Besides, residents should learn basic safety knowledge and first aid skills |
2 . Picking up after your dog is interesting, but it must be done. Most dog owners understand the importance of picking up their dogs’ waste, so it can be especially frustrating to see dog owners that obviously refuse to perform this duty.
Ask them directly. Talking to another dog owner about picking up their dogs’ waste can be uncomfortable. However, asking the owner directly to pick up after their dog will often work to fix the problem.
Use a friendly tone. Although you are probably fed up and mad at a dog owner that isn’t cleaning up after their dog, approach them in a friendly manner. Yelling at them may make them defensive and angry.
Give them a reason. It’s possible this person doesn’t realize how their neglect in picking up after their dog is negatively affecting those around them.
A.Be honest |
B.Raise some dogs |
C.If you want to help them to sweep their waste |
D.And they will likely do more harm than good, too |
E.When you ask them to pick up their dogs’ waste |
F.There are many reasons people don’t pick up after their dogs |
G.Figuring out how to convince these owners to change their ways can be difficult |
3 . As people hold different views on almost anything, we live in a judgmental world where people are quick to point out the faults and imperfections of others, yet seem unaware of their own. Some misguided souls believe they have a duty to help you to be a better person by telling you what a failure you really are first and then offering suggestions as to how you can improve.
So what is the possible solution to criticism?
If you are the one forcing others to feel ashamed of themselves, STOP. Make a conscious decision rather than focus on the negative aspect of a person’s performance or attitudes. You are more likely to offer helpful suggestions from the beginning. If you are on the receiving end of criticism, the “OK” response is a perfect solution. When someone comments negatively on a task you are doing or a personality issue of yours, a natural response is to defend and attack. However, this approach is rarely effective as it puts both parties on the defensive. Instead, simply reply with “OK”. This brief one-word response acknowledges the other person’s comment without agreeing with it or feeling necessary to engage in a debate about it.
It is important to remain emotionally attached to what the other person is saying, to listen without feeling, to be an objective observer. In fact, there is much that one can learn from a negative review. You can ask yourself: Did I make a mistake? Could I have done better? Did I give 100% of myself to the task at hand? If so, how can I improve myself? As for chronic(习惯性的) criticizers: It is important to set strict boundary with them. Remove yourself from their presence when necessary.
In any case, one can learn to be “OK” with criticism and not allow it to negatively impact your life or relationship with the other party.
1. What may the author think of people who prefer to judge others?A.Warm-hearted. | B.Self-centered. | C.Talkative. | D.Responsible. |
A.He thinks the suggestions are helpful. |
B.He defenses himself with the response. |
C.He agrees with the comments completely. |
D.He wants to avoid unnecessary arguments. |
A.Having debates. | B.Accepting criticism. |
C.Keeping calm. | D.Avoiding criticizers. |
A.To make a judgment on others. | B.To explain some social behavior. |
C.To call for action against attack. | D.To give advice on facing criticism. |
4 . We’ve been there: in a lift, in line at the bank or on an airplane, surrounded by people who are, like us, deeply focused on their smartphones or, worse, struggling with the uncomfortable silence.
What’s the problem? It is possible that we all have compromised conversational intelligence. It’s more likely that none of us start a conversation because it’s awkward and challenging, or we think it’s annoying and unnecessary. But the next time you find yourself among strangers, consider that small talk is worth the trouble. Experts say it’s an important social practice that results in big benefits.
Dismissing small talk as unimportant is easy, but we can’t forget that deep relationships wouldn’t even exist if it weren’t for casual conversation. Small talk is the grease (润滑剂) for social communication, says Bernardo Carducci. “Almost every great love story and each big business deal begins with small talk,” he explains. “The key to successful small talk is learning how to connect with others, not just communicate with them.”
In a 2014 study, Elizabeth Dunn, Associate Professor of psychology at UBC, invited people on their way into a coffee shop. One group was asked to seek out an interaction (互动) with its waiter; the other, to speak only when necessary. The results showed that those who chatted with their server reported significantly higher positive feelings and a better coffee shop experience. “It’s not that talking to the waiter is better than talking to your husband,” says Dunn. “But interactions with peripheral (边缘的) members of our social network matter for our well-being also.”
Dunn believes that people who reach out to strangers feel a significantly greater sense of belonging, a bond with others. Carducci believes developing such a sense of belonging starts with small talk. “Small talk is the basis of good manners,” he says.
1. What phenomenon is described in the first paragraph?A.Addiction to smartphones. |
B.Inappropriate behaviours in public places. |
C.Absence of communication between stranger. |
D.Impatience with slow service. |
A.Showing good manners. | B.Relating to other people. |
C.Focusing on a topic. | D.Making business deals. |
A.Big business doesn’t need to have small talk. |
B.communicating with others is the most important thing. |
C.Small talk can benifit a lot. |
D.Silence is necessary in daily life. |
A.It improves family relationships. |
B.It raises people’s confidence. |
C.It matters as much as a formal talk. |
D.It makes people feel good. |
5 . Learning to Give Praise to Others
Words of praise, when used right, can have powerful positive effects on others. They are free, but they’re worth so much to the receiving person.
Of course, with what I have mentioned above, be sure it’s coming from your heart.
Besides, praising in public is rather important.
I believe that as you begin using these communication tips and praising people around you, you’ll see a change in the atmosphere of your work environment.
A.So you need to be sincere in praise. |
B.This is more so in voluntary organizations. |
C.People will become happier and smile more. |
D.Words aren’t always necessary in praising others. |
E.It is much more effective than praising in private. |
F.Remember that measured praise is not praise at all. |
G.The best way to give praise is by being an example. |
6 . The 64-year-old Mahendra, the Secretary at People for Animals (PFA), talks about his disabled and wounded dogs like a father talks about his children—with the same love, affection and warmth. It was this love that led him to establish India's first shelter home for dogs living with disabilities.
It all started in 1998. While taking a midnight walk, Mahendra came across a very weak dog on the street, whose bones were visible under its skin. Mahendra decided to feed it and for the next couple of days it became the centre of his life, until the night when he found it dead.
After that, Mahendra started providing treatment to all wounded and sick dogs he came across. Some time later, someone told Mahendra about PFA, India's largest animal welfare organization, chaired by Mrs Maneka Gandhi. Mahendra contacted her and she was impressed by the work he was doing. Mrs Gandhi asked him to start a PFA chapter in Ahmedbad.
Thus, in 2004, he started the shelter. It took a long time for Mehendra to find the land where the shelter could be set up. Finally, Ramesh Bhai Patel, a native farmer from a village named Jundal, agreed to give his land for nothing. Along with a team of four doctors and many volunteers, the shelter now has 25 dogs that were unable to walk at all when they were brought in. Today, they' re slowly healing. Dogs that have healed with proper treatment are sent back to where they came from if the environment there is safe. However, the shelter will be home to the blind dogs for all their lives, says Mahendra.
The shelter runs on money coming from Mahendra's own pension of Rs. 45,000. There have been some financial crunches now and then, but Mahendra is determined that no matter what challenge comes their way, they' ll fight through.
1. What made Mahendra decide to do something for disabled and sick dogs?A.His contact with PFA. | B.The encouragement of Gandhi. |
C.A walk with a sick dog of Gandhi. | D.The death of a homeless sick dog. |
A.He secured government funds. |
B.He got a land from a local farmer for free. |
C.He learned medical knowledge from doctors. |
D.He met with much difficulty in finding volunteers. |
A.Advantages. | B.Crisis. |
C.Services. | D.Details. |
A.Kind-hearted. | B.Humorous. |
C.Open-minded. | D.Modest. |
I had to walk home since all the
My friend wanted to
Then the next day I drove to
I saw a man at the evacuation(疏散) center
A.traffic | B.rescue | C.communication | D.businesses |
A.missed | B.caught | C.noticed | D.heard |
A.hungry | B.soft | C.broken | D.warm |
A.toilet | B.hotel | C.hospital | D.house |
A.advertising | B.opening | C.repairing | D.decorating |
A.encourage | B.save | C.charge | D.assist |
A.drive | B.follow | C.lead | D.send |
A.start | B.fill | C.check | D.wash |
A.plenty | B.lack | C.variety | D.diversity |
A.direct | B.straight | C.long | D.short |
A.worried | B.lucky | C.excited | D.annoyed |
A.time | B.turn | C.duty | D.decision |
A.Apart from | B.Together with | C.Because of | D.Instead of |
A.share | B.offer | C.tolerate | D.transform |
A.comfort | B.pleasure | C.trouble | D.entertainment |
A.waiting | B.grabbing | C.sleeping | D.crying |
A.promises | B.roles | C.actions | D.words |
A.upset | B.grateful | C.surprised | D.proud |
A.bought | B.supplied | C.prepared | D.received |
A.city | B.center | C.lesson | D.disaster |