Many of us spend a great deal of time and energy trying to prove that we are right and others are wrong. Many people1that it’s their job to show others how their positions, statements, and points of view are2, and that on doing so, the person they are correcting is going to somehow3it, or at least learn something. Wrong!
Think about it. Have you ever been4by someone and said to him, “Thank you so much for showing me that I’m wrong and you’re right”? Or, has anyone you know ever5you when you corrected them, or made yourself “right” at their6? Of course not. The truth is, all of us7to be corrected. We all want our position to be8and understood by others. Being listened to and heard is one of the greatest9of the human heart. And those who learn to10are the most loved and respected. Those who are in the11of correcting others are often resented(怨恨 ) and12.
A wonderful way for becoming more peaceful and loving is to practice13others the joy of being right ---give them the glory.14correcting. When someone says, “ I really feel it’s important to …”, rather than breaking15and saying, “No, it’s more important to…“, simply let it go and allow their statement to16. The people in your life will become less defensive and more17. They will appreciate you more than you could ever have18. You’11 discover the joy of joining in and witnessing other people’s19, which is far more rewarding than a battle of egos( 自我 ). Starting today, let others be “20 ”, most of the time.

1. 1.
   1. A.
      believe
   2. B.
      doubt
   3. C.
      prove
   4. D.
      tell
2. 2.
   1. A.
      unimportant
   2. B.
      unbelievable
   3. C.
      incorrect
   4. D.
      imperfect
3. 3.
   1. A.
      consider
   2. B.
      appreciate
   3. C.
      understand
   4. D.
      refuse
4. 4.
   1. A.
      fooled
   2. B.
      helped
   3. C.
      taught
   4. D.
      corrected
5. 5.
   1. A.
      thanked
   2. B.
      rewarded
   3. C.
      cared
   4. D.
      accepted
6. 6.
   1. A.
      side
   2. B.
      price
   3. C.
      expense
   4. D.
      value
7. 7.
   1. A.
      like
   2. B.
      hate
   3. C.
      prefer
   4. D.
      afford
8. 8.
   1. A.
      admired
   2. B.
      received
   3. C.
      realized
   4. D.
      respected
9. 9.
   1. A.
      shortcomings
   2. B.
      advantage
   3. C.
      desires
   4. D.
      wishes
10. 10.
    1. A.
       talk
    2. B.
       praise
    3. C.
       help
    4. D.
       listen
11. 11.
    1. A.
       habit
    2. B.
       form
    3. C.
       position
    4. D.
       purpose
12. 12.
    1. A.
       punished
    2. B.
       avoided
    3. C.
       left
    4. D.
       laughed
13. 13.
    1. A.
       letting
    2. B.
       lending
    3. C.
       allowing
    4. D.
       owing
14. 14.
    1. A.
       Stop
    2. B.
       Continue
    3. C.
       Practise
    4. D.
       Try
15. 15.
    1. A.
       out
    2. B.
       up
    3. C.
       in
    4. D.
       off
16. 16.
    1. A.
       last
    2. B.
       send
    3. C.
       work
    4. D.
       stand
17. 17.
    1. A.
       helpful
    2. B.
       loving
    3. C.
       careful
    4. D.
       popular
18. 18.
    1. A.
       dreamed
    2. B.
       requested
    3. C.
       asked
    4. D.
       demanded
19. 19.
    1. A.
       sufferings
    2. B.
       worries
    3. C.
       progress
    4. D.
       happiness
20. 20.
    1. A.
       happy
    2. B.
       right
    3. C.
       sorry
    4. D.
       proud

Shopping green can make an important contribution to protecting the planet and conserving its resources.

Today’s consumer faces a wider range of choices than ever before, Add to that the steady stream of sales campaigns, and shopping smart only gets harder. To buy economically and reduce waste, safeguard health and protect the environment, you’ll need to follow some basic principles and have a clear idea of what you want.

1. Do Your Homework

Before making any major purchase, take the time to research it. Plentiful resources are usually available online. Avoid buying in a hurry, and don’t be persuaded by overenthusiastic salespeople. Sleep on it if necessary—you won’t regret giving yourself some extra time to think.

2. Take the Long View

Consider the running costs as well as the initial price of any item you buy. Many environmentally friendly products cost more to buy, but save you money in the long run. Choose items that are made to last. For example, pick a sofa that has a hardwood or steel frame rather than one made of softwood, which may break easily.

3. Skip the Disposable Option

Buy reusable products like washable cloth towels, handkerchiefs, serviettes（餐巾）and cleaning cloths rather than paper, single-use varieties. Avoid other disposable supplies like cups, glasses, and chopsticks, too.

4. Take the Local Route

Buy local products that are in season. It’s usually cheaper and fresher and has less harm to the environment. Markets and roadside stands are good sources. Some supermarkets also buy from local producers. Support it if you have one.

5. Avoid Wasteful Packaging

Better not buy products that have too much packaging. It’s estimated that approximately 10 percent of every shopping bill is actually paying for packaging—which you normally just throw away! Moreover, significant amounts of energy are used in the production of packaging. Purchasing refillable and renewable containers can also help cut this kind of waste.

1.What could be the best title for this passage?

A. Protection of the Planet

B. Green Shopping Principles

C. Environmentally Friendly Products

D. Resource Conservation

2.The underlined phrase “sleep on it” has the similar meaning with       .

A. think it over                                     B. forget about it

C. set it aside                                              D. put it into action

3.Why does the author advise us to buy lasting products?

A. Because they are less expensive to buy.

B. Because they save money in the long run.

C. Because they will never break.

D. Because they are local products.

4.Which of the following can be considered green shopping?

A. Following the stream of sales campaigns.      

B. Buying disposable chopsticks.

C. Focusing on packaging.

D. Purchasing from local markets.

Shopping green can make an important contribution to protecting the planet and conserving its resources.
Today’s consumer faces a wider range of choices than ever before, Add to that the steady stream of sales campaigns, and shopping smart only gets harder. To buy economically and reduce waste, safeguard health and protect the environment, you’ll need to follow some basic principles and have a clear idea of what you want.
1. Do Your Homework
Before making any major purchase, take the time to research it. Plentiful resources are usually available online. Avoid buying in a hurry, and don’t be persuaded by overenthusiastic salespeople. Sleep on it if necessary—you won’t regret giving yourself some extra time to think.
2. Take the Long View
Consider the running costs as well as the initial price of any item you buy. Many environmentally friendly products cost more to buy, but save you money in the long run. Choose items that are made to last. For example, pick a sofa that has a hardwood or steel frame rather than one made of softwood, which may break easily.
3. Skip the Disposable Option
Buy reusable products like washable cloth towels, handkerchiefs, serviettes（餐巾）and cleaning cloths rather than paper, single-use varieties. Avoid other disposable supplies like cups, glasses, and chopsticks, too.
4. Take the Local Route
Buy local products that are in season. It’s usually cheaper and fresher and has less harm to the environment. Markets and roadside stands are good sources. Some supermarkets also buy from local producers. Support it if you have one.
5. Avoid Wasteful Packaging
Better not buy products that have too much packaging. It’s estimated that approximately 10 percent of every shopping bill is actually paying for packaging—which you normally just throw away! Moreover, significant amounts of energy are used in the production of packaging. Purchasing refillable and renewable containers can also help cut this kind of waste

1. 1.

   What could be the best title for this passage?

   1. A.
      Protection of the Planet
   2. B.
      Green Shopping Principles
   3. C.
      Environmentally Friendly Products
   4. D.
      Resource Conservation
2. 2.

   The underlined phrase “sleep on it” has the similar meaning with      

   1. A.
      think it over
   2. B.
      forget about it
   3. C.
      set it aside
   4. D.
      put it into action
3. 3.

   Why does the author advise us to buy lasting products?

   1. A.
      Because they are less expensive to buy
   2. B.
      Because they save money in the long run
   3. C.
      Because they will never break
   4. D.
      Because they are local products
4. 4.

   Which of the following can be considered green shopping?

   1. A.
      Following the stream of sales campaigns
   2. B.
      Buying disposable chopsticks
   3. C.
      Focusing on packaging
   4. D.
      Purchasing from local markets