What a nice day! We should go sightseeing __　 watching TV in the hotel.

　　 A. because of　　 B. instead of　　　 C. together with　　 D. out of

Assertiveness is the ability to confidently express your opinions, feelings,attitudes, and rights, in a way that doesn't infringe（侵犯） the rights of others.

    Many of us are taught that it is not nice to consider our own needs above those of others. If someone says or does something that we don't like, we should just be quiet and try to stay away from that person in the future.

    Why is Assertiveness important?

     If you don't know how to be assertive, you might experience:

•Depression - Anger, a sense of being helpless, hopeless, or of having no　control over your life.

•Resentment - Anger at others for taking advantage of you.

•Frustration - Why did I allow that to happen?

     Most people find it easier to be assertive in some situations than in others. This　makes perfect sense. It's a lot easier to hold your ground with a stranger than with　someone you love. But the more important the relationship is to you, the more　ｉｍｐｏｒｔａｎｔ it is to be assertive. Assertive behavior leads to increased respect from others！

      But before you decide to act assertively, you have to decide if you can live

 with the results. Although assertive behavior usually will result in a positive

 response  (积极的回应)，some people 　might react differently.

   How to be effectively（有效地） assertive:

 •Use "I" statements. Keep the focus on the problem you're having. "I'd like to be able to tell my stories without interruption." instead of "You're always interrupting my stories ! "

 •Use facts, not opinions. "Did you know that shirt has a hole?" instead of　"You're not going out looking like THAT, are you?"

 •Express ownership of your thoughts, feelings, and opinions. "I get angry when he breaks his promises. " instead of "He makes me angry. "

 • Make clear and direct requirements. Don't invite the person to say no. "Will  you please?" instead of　'Would you mind．．．?" or "Why don't you．．．?"

•Keep repeating your point. Use a low level and pleasant voice. Don't try to explain yourself.

1.The writer probably agrees that­­­____________.

A. you should consider others' response before you act assertively

B. you should be assertive if you want to get good marks

C. assertiveness is the ability to infringe others' rights.

D. assertive behavior will bring you bad feelings

2.The expression "hold yourｇround" probably means “_________________”

A. reach an agreement

B. insist on your point

C. keep your word

D. keep on fighting

3.Which of the following helps you to be effectively assertive?

A. Explaining yourself in a soft and sweet voice.

B. Expressing ownership of others' thoughts.

C. Making requirements directly and clearly.

D. Using your opinions instead of facts.

Assertiveness is the ability to confidently express your opinions, feelings,attitudes, and rights, in a way that doesn't infringe（侵犯） the rights of others.
Many of us are taught that it is not nice to consider our own needs above those of others. If someone says or does something that we don't like, we should just be quiet and try to stay away from that person in the future.
Why is Assertiveness important?
If you don't know how to be assertive, you might experience:
?Depression - Anger, a sense of being helpless, hopeless, or of having no　control over your life.
?Resentment - Anger at others for taking advantage of you.
?Frustration - Why did I allow that to happen?
Most people find it easier to be assertive in some situations than in others. This　makes perfect sense. It's a lot easier to hold your ground with a stranger than with　someone you love. But the more important the relationship is to you, the more　ｉｍｐｏｒｔａｎｔ it is to be assertive. Assertive behavior leads to increased respect from others！
But before you decide to act assertively, you have to decide if you can live
with the results. Although assertive behavior usually will result in a positive
response  (积极的回应)，some people 　might react differently.
How to be effectively（有效地） assertive:
?Use "I" statements. Keep the focus on the problem you're having. "I'd like to be able to tell my stories without interruption." instead of "You're always interrupting my stories ! "
?Use facts, not opinions. "Did you know that shirt has a hole?" instead of　"You're not going out looking like THAT, are you?"
?Express ownership of your thoughts, feelings, and opinions. "I get angry when he breaks his promises. " instead of "He makes me angry. "
? Make clear and direct requirements. Don't invite the person to say no. "Will  you please?" instead of　'Would you mind．．．?" or "Why don't you．．．?"
?Keep repeating your point. Use a low level and pleasant voice. Don't try to explain yourself.
【小题1】The writer probably agrees that­­­____________.

—Let’s go swimming __________ going hiking, shall we ?

—Good idea.

A. as well as　　　　　 B. in order to　 C. in addition to　　　 D. instead of

When you step into a new environment．you must have a strong wish to fit in．Fitting in means making more friends， 36 more influence(影响) on others and getting more chances to live a happier life．Here is some 　37 that Call help you．

Be confident．Confidence attracts most people．Everyone is special and there is only one person like you in this world．Spend 　38 thinking about your strong points．If so，you will be able to build up confidence step by step．You won’t have much difficulty fitting in．

Be kind to everyone．Kindness is the bridge to your own happiness． 39 people notice your kindness，they will return it one day．Always give more than you receive，and think more of others than of 　40 ．A person who cares for others is popular everywhere．

Be active in group activities．Various activities like playing football 　41 help you to be known to others．You may add more friends to your circle．At the same time，you’ll be amazed to see how much they like you． 42 wasting time being alone，go out to dance and sing together with others to develop friendship．

Be optimistic(乐观的)．Optimism makes both you and others feel pleased．It makes a good first impression(印象)．A pleasant smile costs the 　43 and does the most．Humor(幽默) catches others’ attention as well．People win like you for making them live 　44 ．

If you follow what is mentioned above，you 　45 by people around you．As a result，you will fit in very well and enjoy your new life．

(　 )36．A．had　　　　 　　 B．to have 　　　　　　 C．having

(　 )37．A．advice 　　　　　 B．advices 　　　　　　C．suggestions

(　 )38．A．sometimes 　 B．some times 　　　　C．some　 time

(　 )39．A．Though 　　　　 B．When 　　　　　　　 C．Until

(　 )40．A．you 　　　　　　 B．your 　　　　　　　　　 C．yourself

(　 )41．A．can 　　　　　　　B．have to 　　　　　　　　C．needn’t

(　 )42．A．Instead of 　 B．As well as 　　　　　C．As long as

(　 )43．A．1ittle 　　　　　　 B．less　　　　　　　　　 C．1east

(　 )44．A．friendly 　　　　 B．happily 　　　　　　 C．clearly

(　 )45．A．will accept 　　B．won’t accept 　　 C．will be accepted