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Some people seem to have a secret for learning language. They can pick up new vocabulary, master rules of grammar, and learn to write in the new language __1__than others. Perhaps if we take a close look at these successful language learners, we may discover a few__2___ which make language learning easier for them.

First of All, __3__ language learners are independent(独立的) learners. __4__, Successful language learning is active learning. They look __5__every chance to __6__the language bravely. Finally, successful language learners are learners with a purpose(目的).

What kind of language learner __7__ you?

1.	A．more quickly B．quickly C．slowly D．more slowly

 

2.	A．skill B．skills C．books D．book

 

3.	A．unsuccessful B．successful C．beautiful D．outgoing

 

4.	A．next B．first C．in the end D．At last

 

5.	A．at B．into C．after D．for

 

6.	A．use B．make C．dance D．teach

 

7.	A．is B．was C．are D．were

 

What’s language for？Some people seem to think it’s for practicing grammar rules（规则） and learning lists of words --the longer the lists, the better. That’s wrong. Language is for the exchange of ideas and information. It’s meaningless if you can’t use it freely. Many students I have met know hundreds of grammar rules, but they can’t speak correctly or fluently(流利地). They are afraid of making mistakes. One shouldn’t be afraid of making mistakes when speaking a foreign language. Native（本土的） speakers make mistakes and break rules, too. Bernard Saw once wrote, “Foreigners often speak English too correctly.” But the mistakes that native speakers make are different from those that Chinese students make. They’re English mistakes in the English language. And if enough native speakers break a rule, it is no longer a rule. What used to be wrong becomes right. So Chinese students should pay attention to grammar, but they shouldn’t overdo(做过头)it. They should put communication(交际)first.
【小题1】 Language is used to __________ .

A．express oneself

B．practise grammar rules.

C．talk with foreigners only

D．learn lists of words

【小题2】 If too many native speakers break a rule,________ .

A．what they use will become right.

B．they are against the law

C．they should say sorry to others.

D．they will become heroes

【小题3】 When we speak a foreign language, we should________ .

A．speak in Chinese way

B．speak by the rules

C．speak to native speakers

D．not be afraid of making mistakes

【小题4】What should Chinese students put first?

A．Language

B．Communication

C．Rules

D．Grammar

What’s language for？Some people seem to think it’s for practicing grammar rules（规则） and learning lists of words --the longer the lists, the better. That’s wrong. Language is for the exchange of ideas and information. It’s meaningless if you can’t use it freely. Many students I have met know hundreds of grammar rules, but they can’t speak correctly or fluently(流利地). They are afraid of making mistakes. One shouldn’t be afraid of making mistakes when speaking a foreign language. Native（本土的） speakers make mistakes and break rules, too. Bernard Saw once wrote, “Foreigners often speak English too correctly.” But the mistakes that native speakers make are different from those that Chinese students make. They’re English mistakes in the English language. And if enough native speakers break a rule, it is no longer a rule. What used to be wrong becomes right. So Chinese students should pay attention to grammar, but they shouldn’t overdo(做过头)it. They should put communication(交际)first.

1. Language is used to __________ .

A．express oneself

B．practise grammar rules.

C．talk with foreigners only

D．learn lists of words

2. If too many native speakers break a rule,________ .

A．what they use will become right.

B．they are against the law

C．they should say sorry to others.

D．they will become heroes

3. When we speak a foreign language, we should________ .

A．speak in Chinese way

B．speak by the rules

C．speak to native speakers

D．not be afraid of making mistakes

4.What should Chinese students put first?

A．Language         B．Communication     C．Rules             D．Grammar

 

Talking with people is necessary in our daily activities and it is also very important. However, we all have different styles of communicating. Some people seem to be liked by most of the people while others not! Why does this happen? The answer lies in the simple magic words of communication—Thank you, Please and Sorry!

Let’s see how and why we should use these three words:

◆ Thank you

There is not one day of our life which we spend without taking help from another person. From the time we start our day till we step into our bed for a good night’s sleep, we have taken a number of favors (恩惠). However, how many times do we thank the other person truly? Be free and generous in saying “Thank you”! It does not take away your credit (认可), but surely makes the other person happy and more willing to help you next time!

◆ Please

Often we take things for granted (想当然) and ask other people to do things for us. This does not help as others feel they are made to do these for you. A simple and sweet “please” could completely change the manner towards you.

◆ Sorry

Everyone makes mistakes, but it is quite difficult to accept it and say sorry for it. This always causes trouble in our relationship. Saying sorry does not disgrace (使丢脸) anyone, instead, puts them in a more polite position.

These three simple words can work wonders for people. If you truly use these words in your day to day communication with people, you will surely find a change in the way people respond (反应) to you and your actions.

Three   1.  words of communication
Communicating is   2.  and plays an important part in our daily activities. Because of different styles of it, some people are very   3.  while others are not.
Thank you	We receive help from others   4.  day. If you say “Thank you” after getting favors, others will help you   5. .
Please	Others should   6. you well, right? No! But if you   7.  the simple and sweet “Please”, maybe others could change the manner towards you.
Sorry	It is human nature that everyone makes   8. . Saying “Sorry” can help you reduce      9.  in your relationship.
You’re   10.  to find a change in the way people respond to you if you truly use these words.

 

 

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Did you sleep the day away on March 21? Well, you should have done because it was World Sleeping Day. This is the day of the year when people around the world care about their sleep and ask themselves a lot of questions about sleep.

Why do we need sleep? Nobody yet can give a perfect answer to this question. However, tests have shown that lack(缺少) of sleep over about four weeks leads to a strong drop in body temperature, great weight loss and finally, sickness.

Different people need different amounts of sleep. Eight hours a night is considered the average(平均的) amount of sleep. For teenagers, the least number of sleeping hours advised by doctors are, ten hours for primary school students, nine for junior highs and eight for senior highs. Some people seem to get along just fine with very little sleep at night, but some people need more sleep.

Here are some of the most useful suggestions for good night’s sleep:

*Go to bed regularly.

*Use your bed only to sleep.

*Don’t exercise in the evening.

*Keep the bedroom dark and quiet.

*Drink a glass of milk before sleep.

*Stop looking at the watch while you can’t sleep!

Main idea: having enough sleep is important
Why do we need sleep?	Nobody can answer the question     56  . The    57    of lack of sleep lies in a strong drop in body temperature, great weight loss and sickness.
How   58   sleep do people need?	The amounts of sleep are     59    from people to people. Junior highs are advised to spend at least nine hours     60   . On the average, primary school students need two    61     hours of sleep than senior highs.
62     can you get a good night’s sleep?	Go to bed at the     63    time. Exercise in the evening won’t promise you a     64     sleep. A glass of milk will      65     you with your sleep.