1 . Many people changed residences and are eager to get familiar with their new neighbors. Here’s a quick refresher on making the most of neighborhood relationships.
Begin at the beginning. Building good neighborly relationships starts when you or someone else moves into the area. If a new neighbor moves in, be proactive (主动的) and welcome them to the neighborhood.
Be inclusive. If you are hosting a large party, consider extending invitations to your neighbors. During the holiday season, remember the people next door with a card, a homemade goodie, or an offer of assistance. Give without expectations.
Allow people to be human.
Accept it. If you have tried your best to resolve a conflict without success, let it go. Sadly, some people won’t like you whatever you do. And you aren’t going to enjoy some people.
| A．Maintain your space |
| B．Be the first to stop by and say hello |
| C．It’s easier to accept it and move on |
| D．Everyone has a bad day now and then |
| E．Take steps to ensure it won’t happen again |
| F．Let others know you are thinking of them |
| G．Some neighbors are more easygoing than others |
2 . 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. |
1. What is the man doing?
| A．Complaining about Anne’s behavior. |
| B．Asking for the woman’s assistance. |
| C．Giving the woman suggestions. |
| A．Impolite. | B．Friendly. | C．Unconcerned. |
| A．Write a report. | B．Send a form. | C．Talk with Dave. |
4 . One of the most important skills in building a successful career is listening. While drive and confidence may get you in the door of a dream job, listening enables you to build successful partnerships that will help you climb to the top.
So how do people become good listeners?
While we all have our own ideas, to properly listen, we must put these aside when the other person is speaking. Many people succeed because they’ve learned to listen with the purpose of understanding what the other person is trying to convey. It helps you get important information, of course, but it’s more than that: It’s also the greatest sign of respect you can give someone.
Ask question.
This shows the other person that you re paying attention and interested, which will lead to a more honest and productive conversation. Clarify things that may be unclear, reflect back what you hear and ask questions that allow the person to unpack the topic.
Be supportive.
Create a safe and comfortable workplace by showing your support.
Be patient with yourself.
Don’t forget to be patient with yourself.
| A．Listen with the goal of comprehension. |
| B．Learning to listen effectively doesn’t happen overnight. |
| C．Here’s how to build your career by being a good listener. |
| D．Understand what words will truly persuade the other person. |
| E．Open-ended questions are the best as they don’t force a direct answer. |
| F．Sincere listening is transformative as it helps create a supportive workplace. |
| G．This can be done by showing confidence in the person and avoiding criticism. |
5 . As COVID-19 broke out and spread in the world, many countries are changing their social habits to reduce the risk of spreading the novel coronavirus(新型冠状病毒). Here are some of the ways that greeting habits are changing around the world.
China
Loudspeakers tell people not to shake hands but to make the traditional gongshou gesture(a fist in the opposite palm) to say hello.
France
France is famous for its romantic greetings. They touch each other's cheeks and make a kissing sound. But now, this habit may be coming to a stop. Newspapers in France have begun publishing advice on how to replace kissing on the cheek. French etiquette(礼仪) expert Philippe Lichtfus said that simply looking into a person's eyes can be enough as a greeting.
Spain
The outbreak could also hit one of Spain's most important traditions—in the week before Easter, known as Holy Week, the faithful (信徒) queue up to kiss the hands or feet of sculptures of the Virgin Mary and the saints, seeking their protection. It's said that the ceremony could be banned.
Iran
Traditionally, people in Iran shake hands to greet one another. But today, a video has been popular in Iran, showing three friends meeting, hands in their pockets and two of them wearing masks, tapping their feet against each other as a greeting.
1. Many countries are changing their social habits to ________.| A．develop the relationship between countries | B．attract more visitors around the world |
| C．reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 | D．show respect for other countries |
| A．gongshou | B．eye contact | C．foot tapping | D．hand kissing |
| A．France | B．Iran | C．Spain | D．China |
| A．Easter celebrations. | B．The Holy Week ceremony |
| C．Spanish music festivals | D．The Marathon event |
6 . Empathy, the ability to understand and co-experience the feelings and thoughts of other people, is probably one of the most important skills a person can have.
• Humans are social animals.
There are very few activities that humans take part in that don’t involve others.
• It lets you better understand non-verbal components of communication.
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When you unconsciously perceive what the other party wants and needs and can understand exactly why they want it, reaching a “win-win” solution gets easier. You don’t have to blindly search for a way out.
• It broadens your horizons.
Seeing the world from other people’s perspectives lets you perceive it to a fuller extent. When you are able to look at life from other people’s point of view, you are able to live a more fulfilled life.
| A．It makes you better at handling conflicts. |
| B．It helps you introduce your ideas to others. |
| C．Empathy basically is what makes us human. |
| D．Humans always live and work with each other. |
| E．So why exactly is empathy so important for us? |
| F．Communication is so much more than what words express. |
| G．Therefore, the ability to better understand others and read their feelings is an advantage. |
7 . When faced with tough difficulties or troubles, people always give us positive words.
Between sleepless nights, diapers (换尿布) and feeding times, having small children at home could leave Priscilla Goins feeling
A focus on positive thinking, while putting challenging and
| A．Modesty | B．Encouragement | C．Excitement | D．Admiration |
| A．also | B．ever | C．just | D．still |
| A．analysis | B．statement | C．summary | D．example |
| A．thrilled | B．joyful | C．tired | D．panic |
| A．younger | B．older | C．stronger | D．taller |
| A．distinguish | B．discontent | C．deny | D．recognize |
| A．commitment | B．concern | C．acknowledgment | D．acquisition |
| A．eventually | B．gradually | C．anyway | D．indeed |
| A．cosy | B．unforgettable | C．joyful | D．tough |
| A．negative | B．positive | C．critical | D．caring |
| A．take the place of | B．take control of | C．take charge of | D．take advantage of |
| A．views | B．positions | C．situations | D．phenomena |
| A．experience | B．relationship | C．conclusion | D．virtue |
| A．explained | B．received | C．exposed | D．conveyed |
| A．pleasure | B．loss | C．challenge | D．well-being |
| A．cheer up | B．let down | C．speak highly of | D．speak ill of |
| A．present | B．hide | C．indicate | D．spread |
| A．Regardless of | B．In terms of | C．Instead of | D．As a result of |
| A．artificial | B．vague | C．accurate | D．authentic |
| A．uncomfortable | B．comprehensive | C．optimistic | D．unavoidable |
I had hardly sat down on the train and opened a bar of chocolate
Then he opened one of his bags and gave me
9 . Susan was a shy girl. She always had a hard time talking with new people. But when she grew up. she became a reporter. This job is usually for a person who likes to talk in front of people. But Susan thought that her shyness made her a better reporter. "Being shy makes me more believable people feel more comfortable around me. "she said.
It is reported that almost 50% of the people say that they are shy. Some people are not shy when they are with their friends. But when they are in a new place, they become quiet and shy.
Why are some people shy? Scientists did a study on two-month-old babies. They found that one of every five babies was very active. These active babies liked to make noise. And one of every five babies was always quiet. These quiet babies might be shy when they grew up.
Family also affects shyness. For example, children are more likely to be shy if their family always tell them that they are wrong. Studies show that if parents have fewer friends and fewer family activities. their children usually become shy.
In fact, shy people are often good at listening. They are good friends because they listen more than they talk. This can also make them successful.
1. What did Susan become when she grew up?| A．A nurse | B．A reporter. |
| C．A writer | D．A singer. |
| A．30% | B．40% |
| C．50% | D．60% |
| A．Naughty babies. | B．Active babies. |
| C．Noisy babies. | D．Quiet babies |
| A．Family also affects shyness. | B．Shy people talk less. |
| C．Shyness can be an advantage. | D．Babies are usually quiet. |
| A．Talking | B．singing |
| C．listening | D．working |
10 . Greetings - Ways to Say Hello
People greet each other in every country and culture. But they say and do many different things to greet each other. Greetings seem simple, but they are often a complex part of language. In English, people greet each other in different ways depending on the situation. People also use different greetings depending on how well they know the other person.
Greetings may also be different in different countries that speak English, in Australia people often say ‘G’day.’ In parts of the United States people may greet each other with ‘Howdy!’ or How you doing? In the United Kingdom people more commonly say ‘Hiya.’
But there is more to greeting than words. Some greetings also include particular movements. For example, in many places it is common for people to shake each other’s hands when they meet In some cultures, such as Latin America, the Middle East, Southern Europe, people kiss each other on the side of the face, the cheek. Some people give hugs by putting their arms around each other and squeezing.
So how do people know what to do, especially when traveling between countries and cultures? Jamie Bowlby-Whiting told about a difficult greeting experience on his blog:
“I thought they were going for the kiss. But it was the hug. Now I just wet their face. And then hit them in the nose with my head. It was so embarrassing (窘迫的)!”
People can avoid these embarrassing experiences. They can research how to greet correctly before connecting with people of other cultures. It is especially important to learn if there are any forms of greeting that may not be used in a particular country. For example, in some countries, like Japan, kissing is not considered a good way to greet someone. Sometimes cultures also have different greetings for women and for men.
A person may not always know the correct greeting. But the most important thing when greeting someone is to show respect. Try your best and apologize if you offend someone.
1. What does the author say about greetings?| A．They are simple and a part of language. |
| B．They include words and body gestures. |
| C．They are the same in English-speaking countries. |
| D．They won’t bring embarrassment in different countries. |
| A．the Japanese | B．the Mexicans |
| C．the Arabs | D．the Italians |
| A．Do nothing at all. | B．Greet as they like. |
| C．Do as the Romans do when in Rome. | D．Greet as they do in their own country. |
