1 . Knowing your neighbors can make you feel safer and can make your life a little more enjoyable.     1    

Start a Facebook group. Many online groups already exist for local communities, but they may just focus on swapping and selling objects, or simply for exploring the local area.     2     For example, starting a Facebook group.

Get volunteering. Volunteering is a great way to meet like-minded neighbors and make a difference to your community.     3     Charities are the most obvious place to start. Charities, large or small, are always looking for help in regions across the UK. A simple Google search can help you discover local charities and volunteer opportunities.
Practice everyday kindness. Kindness is the start to possible long-lasting friendships. Everyday acts of kindness can be as simple as saying hello when you see your neighbors in the street or the supermarket. It may be seeing someone struggle with the gardening and offering your help.     4    
Start an exercise group. There are a rare few of us that are motivated to start exercising, and even fewer that enjoy going it alone.     5     Plan big walks of your area and ask neighbors to come along. You could sign up together to attempt a marathon or half marathon. Or perhaps you can arrange a Zumba, yoga, or aerobics (有氧运动) class in the community centre.

A．However, you are often too busy to realize this.

B．There are many ways to volunteer in your local community.

C．Starting a neighborhood exercise group may be just the ticket.

D．So why not set one up simply to get to know your neighbors better?

E．It may also be taking in that rather large parcel when no one is home.

F．If you’re new to an area or don’t know how to make local friends, try this advice.

G．These groups indeed make life in communities easier and more comfortable for you.

2 . 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

How to Say GoodbyeKnowing how and when to say goodbye is often difficult, even in informal situations. But learning to say goodbye appropriately is a skill that will help you keep your relationships and let people know you care.     1     Read on to learn how to recognize opportunities when you leave.

    2     When you’re at any kind of party or gathering, or even a one-on-one conversation, it can be difficult to get away. Learning to recognize good opportunities to leave will make a short-term goodbye much easier.

Watch body language. People don’t like telling you that they’d like you to leave.     3     If the host of a party starts cleaning up, or withdraws (退出) from the conversation, gather your friends or belongings and make your exit. If someone starts checking their watch, or seems otherwise restless, it’s also time to leave.

Make plans to see each other again.Even saying, “See you at school tomorrow,” or “Can’t wait to see you again at Christmas” keeps the goodbye light and focused forward.     4    

Tell the truth.Many people expect to come up with a “good excuse” when they’re ready to leave.     5     If you want to leave, just say, “I’m going to go now, see you later.”

A．You don’t need to.

B．Set up a coffee date.

C．Recognize when to leave.

D．So try and watch for signals.

E．It makes the goodbye easier.

F．It’s also easier than it seems sometimes.

G．If you haven’t already made plans, use it as an opportunity to make them.

3 . 请你以The power of humor为话题写一篇短文，谈谈幽默在生活中的重要作用。
词数100左右；文体不限，题目自拟。

4 . Have you ever considered volunteering? It gives you a chance to make contributions. You'll feel a sense of pride that you are volunteering your time, and a local organization will benefit, too. But how to volunteer?Follow the three steps before you enjoy it.

Pick an organization.     1     You're likely to be happier and volunteer longer at an organization that supports a cause you care about. For example, if you're interested in animal welfare, maybe you want to volunteer at an animal shelter. Much like job search sites, you can also use volunteer websites like VolunteerMatch to help you find volunteer opportunities in your area. If you still can't narrow down where you want to volunteer, start asking people you know where they volunteer.     2    

Be clear what you can offer. First identify your skills. For example, maybe you could write brochures（小册子）for local nonprofits if writing is your style.     3     You need to be sure how much time you can give to an organization based on your other commitments. If you try to do too much, you're more likely to give up.

    4     Treat the application like a job. Spend some time preparing for the interview, much as you would for a job interview.     5     Ask what's expected of volunteers. For instance, volunteers at a museum may be expected to learn parts of the galleries（展览馆）to give tours. Start volunteering slowly. That is, it's better to commit to just a little bit of time at first to see if you like volunteering at the organization.

A．Apply and get started.

B．Volunteer in person or online.

C．Then don’t forget to review your weekly schedule.

D．You'd better focus on the causes you like very much.

E．You may find one of them has the perfect opportunity for you.

F．It is also a time for you to judge whether the organization is fit for you.

G．First find an organization that's a good fit for you, and then decide what you have to offer.

5 . 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

It is necessary to be reasonable and flexible enough to avoid conflicts as much as possible and live in peace with others.     1     If you have done all your best to avoid conflicts and you are still arguing, then read these effective tips on how to avoid conflicts.

● Don’t get in the center of the conflict.

Sometimes people can get in the center of conflicts due to their enthusiasm for offering help. Frankly speaking, it is very unwise, because it can make you the main figure of the conflict.     2     You should focus on your own life issues.

● Be kind.

    3     Life is full of conflicts and disagreements, that’s why you should find more conservative ways of dealing with them. For example, kindness can lessen the conflict.

● Try to be a peacekeeper.

Peacekeepers tend to cooperate with people without bad emotions which usually lead to arguments and even conflicts. “    4    ” This saying is the life motto of a natural-born peacekeeper. Don’t worry if you are not a natural-born peacekeeper; you can gain this skill during life.

● Walk off.

When the conflict is gathering pace and you can’t manage to control yourself, you should choose to handle the situation in another way. By all means, try to keep yourself away from stress.     5     You should get away from the situation for a while.

A．The greatest victory is a battle not fought.

B．Conflicts are unavoidable, so try to accept them.

C．Weak people usually desire others to offer help and support.

D．Let other people solve their problems without your presence.

E．It is helpful to put some distance between yourself and the opponent.

F．When someone pushes you to the limit, try to act kindly towards this person.

G．Arguing can either break your friendship or affect your relationship to some degree.

6 . 短文改错。
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词作斜线（\）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2. 只允许修改10处。
We use both words and body language express our thoughts and opinions and to communicate with other peoples. We can learn a lot of about what a person is thinking by watch his or her body language. Words are important, but the way a person stands, folds his or her arms, or moved his or her hands can also give us informations about his or her feelings. Just like speaking language, body language vary from culture to culture. Making eye contact — looking directly in someone’s eyes — is in some countries a way to show interest. In another countries, however, eye contact is a way to show that a person is rude or disrespectful.
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7 . 七选五

Some people just know how to start a conversation with anyone, in any place. If you're not one of these lucky types, don't worry.    1    

Remark on the surroundings or occasion. If you’re at a party, for example, you could comment on the food or the music in a positive way like this: “I love this song." or “The food’s great.”

    2    For example. “How is the wine?” or “Who do you know here?- Most people enjoy talking about themselves so asking a question is a good way to get a conversation started.

    3    For example, “I really like your purse. Can I ask where you got it?- or “You’re really doing well in this. Can you show me how to do it?”

Remark on anything you have in common. People would like your saying “My daughter went to that school, too. How does your son like it?"

    4    Don't say something that obviously causes offence and avoid heavy subjects such as politics or religion. Stick to light subjects like the weather, surroundings，and anything you have in common such as movies or sports teams.

Listen effectively.    5    You can't concentrate on what someone's saying if you're thinking about what you’re going to say next. The key to effective communication is to focus fully on the speaker and show interest in what's being said. Nod occasionally, smile at the person, and encourage the speaker to continue with or “uh huh.”

A．Choose subjects you’re interested in.

B．Use a praise to create a good atmosphere.

C．Keep the conversation going with small talks.

D．It is not the same as waiting for your turn to talk.

E．Ask specific questions that are related to the drinks.

F．Ask a question that requires more than just a yes or no answer

G．Here are some ways to have a conversation with someone new.

8 . 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有多余选项。

Every day, in hundreds of ordinary situations, actions speak far louder than words. We talk with our mouth, but we communicate with our facial expressions, our tone of voice and our whole body.

    1    When we can read what others are saying unconsciously, we can deal with things — at work and at home before they become problems.

By understanding how to use body language, you can communicate more effectively. Here is how:     2    Throughout the day, notice details about the way you speak, gesture and move. When standing, keep your shoulders straight, your body open and your weight balanced on both feet.

Work on your handshake.    3    The handshake most likely to show confidence is firm and dry, with strong but not too much pressure.

Use eye contact. Eye contact is very important in forming an impression of someone. You should have the ability to keep direct eye contact if you want to be taken seriously. But some people feel uncomfortable when it is too strong.    4    

Be yourself. Nonverbal (非言语的) messages come from deep inside you, from your own sense of self-respect. If you are comfortable with yourself, it shows.    5    They always give others a deep impression.

A．Use hand gestures carefully.

B．Pay attention to your body-talk.

C．A mirror can be useful to examine facial expressions.

D．People who know who they are have a relaxed way of talking and moving.

E．In the business world, the handshake shows important messages about power.

F．Understanding body language is one of the most useful skills you can develop.

G．To avoid this problem, change your focus so that you look at somewhere between the eyes and the chin.

9 . 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Kids with special needs refer to any kid who might need extra help because of a medical, emotional(情感的), or learning problem. For example, kids who can not walk need wheelchairs. They not only need equipment that helps them get around, but they might need to have ramps(坡道) or elevators available.    1    Kids with an illness would have special needs, too.    2    . Kids with sight problems might need Braille books to read. Kids with hearing problems might need hearing aids.    3    . It might be harder to do normal things—like learning to read or just getting around the school. The good news is that parents, doctors, nurses, teachers, and others can help. The goal is to help kids be as independent as possible.Other kids also can be a big help. How? By being a friend. Kids who use a wheelchair or have lots of health problems want friends just as you do. But meeting people and making friends can be difficult.    4    . Be sure to tell a teacher if you see someone being bullied (欺辱）or teased.Also, try to be helpful if you know someone with special needs.    5    As you get to know them, they may help you understand what it's like to be in their shoes. And you'll be helping fill a very special need, one that everybody has—the need for good friends.

A．Some kids might laugh at or make fun of them.

B．They also might need to get a special bus to school.

C．Life can be challenging for a kid with special needs.

D．It is good manners to offer help to kids with special needs.

E．Being friendly to kids with special needs is one of the best ways to be helpful.

F．They might need medicine or other help as they go about their daily activities.

G．Someone could have trouble with anxiety, but you wouldn't know it unless told about it.

10 . 书面表达

请你根据对右面这幅漫画的理解，以Come Back to Reality为题，用英语写一篇作文。
你的作文应包括以下内容：
1. 简要描述漫画的内容。
2. 概述你对这幅图的理解。
3. 举例说明你会怎样做。
注意：
1. 可参照漫画适当发挥。
2. 作文词数150左右。
3. 作文中不得提及有关考生个人身份的任何信息，如校名、人名等。
Come Back to Reality
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