Although the ability to talk with others comes naturally to some, it is a skill that most of us must develop. With a little 1 even shy people can learn to feel comfortable speaking with anyone.

    Speak2and listen more. People love to speak about themselves. In social situations, be sure3others about their interests, work, opinions, etc. This will take the focus away from you. A side benefit of it is that you will be viewed as a great conversationalist(健谈的人), though you've said little or 4!

    Develop your sense of humor. Begin taking notes of the things 5make you laugh. Pay attention to what others find humorous. You don't have to be a great storyteller in order to make others laugh. As a side benefit, it lets your listeners6you don't take yourself too seriously.

    Know about present events. Even with limited time, you can have a knowledge of 7happening in the world. Pay for a weekly news magazine or8 read the heading(标题) of a daily paper. You can even catch the news online these days.

    Keep your own opinions short. No one is9in hearing you talk too much about your own ideas or achievements. Being brief(简洁的) goes a long way in social situations.

    In sum(总之),10a good listener is half the battle. Having fresh information to share it with a sense of humor is the other.

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    Although the ability to talk with others comes naturally to some, it is a skill that most of us must develop. With a little 1 even shy people can learn to feel comfortable speaking with anyone.

    Speak2and listen more. People love to speak about themselves. In social situations, be sure3others about their interests, work, opinions, etc. This will take the focus away from you. A side benefit of it is that you will be viewed as a great conversationalist(健谈的人), though you've said little or 4!

    Develop your sense of humor. Begin taking notes of the things 5make you laugh. Pay attention to what others find humorous. You don't have to be a great storyteller in order to make others laugh. As a side benefit, it lets your listeners6you don't take yourself too seriously.

    Know about present events. Even with limited time, you can have a knowledge of 7happening in the world. Pay for a weekly news magazine or8 read the heading(标题) of a daily paper. You can even catch the news online these days.

    Keep your own opinions short. No one is9in hearing you talk too much about your own ideas or achievements. Being brief(简洁的) goes a long way in social situations.

    In sum(总之),10a good listener is half the battle. Having fresh information to share it with a sense of humor is the other.

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    Endangered Wild Animals in China

Word Box: endangered 濒危 survivors 幸存者 giant 巨大的 mammal 哺乳动物 alligator 扬子  鳄 mussel 河蚌  reptile 爬行动物 

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    Endangered Wild Animals in China

Word Box: endangered 濒危 survivors 幸存者 giant 巨大的 mammal 哺乳动物 alligator 扬子  鳄 mussel 河蚌  reptile 爬行动物 

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    In today's world of modern science and medicine, a more traditional treatment is once again becoming popular -- animal friendship.

    It is now well-known that people with problems such as heart disease or cancer live longer and get better more quickly if they have pets. Keeping pets lowers blood pressure and makes people less worried. Animals are increasingly important in treating older people who have memory loss(损失) and other brain problems. These people often feel nervous and upset. Activities with animals help them improve their physical condition and also give them joy, entertainment and loving friendship.

    Here is a case that shows the benefits of animals. John was a six-year-old boy. He had no physical problems. He just refused to talk. His older cousin, Ned, had a parrot called Sally, and John used to visit it. When he arrived, Net used to say, “Hi, John!” We all know parrots copy what they hear. After a few visits, Sally began saying “Hi, John!” When John came into the room. Then, one day, John turned to the parrot and replied “Hi, Sally!” Staying with the parrot encouraged John to begin talking.

    Another use of animal helpers is in schools. In some cases, they are used to teach children to get on and share with others, and even to teach them about animals.

    If you want to know more about animal helper programs, you can get in touch with organizations like Riding for the Disabled or do a search about animals on the Internet. You don't have to be an animal trainer or a doctor to join in.

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    In today's world of modern science and medicine, a more traditional treatment is once again becoming popular -- animal friendship.

    It is now well-known that people with problems such as heart disease or cancer live longer and get better more quickly if they have pets. Keeping pets lowers blood pressure and makes people less worried. Animals are increasingly important in treating older people who have memory loss(损失) and other brain problems. These people often feel nervous and upset. Activities with animals help them improve their physical condition and also give them joy, entertainment and loving friendship.

    Here is a case that shows the benefits of animals. John was a six-year-old boy. He had no physical problems. He just refused to talk. His older cousin, Ned, had a parrot called Sally, and John used to visit it. When he arrived, Net used to say, “Hi, John!” We all know parrots copy what they hear. After a few visits, Sally began saying “Hi, John!” When John came into the room. Then, one day, John turned to the parrot and replied “Hi, Sally!” Staying with the parrot encouraged John to begin talking.

    Another use of animal helpers is in schools. In some cases, they are used to teach children to get on and share with others, and even to teach them about animals.

    If you want to know more about animal helper programs, you can get in touch with organizations like Riding for the Disabled or do a search about animals on the Internet. You don't have to be an animal trainer or a doctor to join in.

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    We are living in a time when he earth is becoming a “village”. People travel around the world more often than before.

    Spending time in a foreign country is an exciting and life-changing experience. You see different sceneries, tastes different food and meet people with various backgrounds. And the most important thing of all, you explore and even become a part of the local culture.

    However, culture shock may hit you. Things you believe at home may no longer be that way in a foreign country. Not everybody thinks like you or does things the way you've always done. Their tea tastes different. They don't talk loudly in restaurants. Some might not care much about your life, so you may even feel they are sometimes cold. It is not better or worse. It is just different. Then what you can do in a foreign country is to take in the differences. Each time you open up your mind a little more you become a better person.

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    Long ago, in a small village of Wakefield lived two farmers, Harry and Peter. Harry was very hard-working while Peter was lazy. Every day Harry got up early and came home late, but Peter walked around for fun.

    One summer there was no rain and he crops were dying. Harry thought, “I must do something to save these crops, or they shall die.” With this problem in mind, he went out to find a river so that he could dig a canal(沟渠) to his field. He walked on and on, feeling tired and thirsty. After a long search, he found a river full of water. He was very happy. He started digging a canal to his field. Until it was noon his wife sent their daughter to bring Harry home for lunch. But Harry did not go. He did not want to leave his work unfinished. He completed his work late at night. He as very satisfied. He went home, had a good meal and fell into a sound sleep.

    Peter did the same. But he was not at all determined. He also started digging a canal to his field but he didn't have his work completed. His field did not get enough water and all his crops died.

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写作要点：

⑴.对Amy的情况感到担心。

⑵.介绍你的初四生活。

①学习方面：上课认真听讲，作业很多，但能按时完成

②课外活动：周五放学参加舞蹈俱乐部，放松身心。

⑶.请对Amy如何树立在汉语学习中的自信心提出你的建议。

Dear Amy,

    I'm glad to receive your letter.

    Look forward to your reply.

Yours,

Zhao Xu

写作要点：

⑴.对Amy的情况感到担心。

⑵.介绍你的初四生活。

①学习方面：上课认真听讲，作业很多，但能按时完成

②课外活动：周五放学参加舞蹈俱乐部，放松身心。

⑶.请对Amy如何树立在汉语学习中的自信心提出你的建议。

Dear Amy,

    I'm glad to receive your letter.

    Look forward to your reply.

Yours,

Zhao Xu

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