Sometimes You Just Have to Cry

There are a lot of things about parenthood that could make one cry: sleepless nights, or diaper(尿布) messes and so on. _________, for me the worst had to be — immunization shots(防疫针).

At about two months into _______, I learned the true meaning of the word "heartbreak". There could not have been anything worse than _______ helplessly as he receives his first round of immunization shots. I would rather have been run over by a truck than have to watch him _______ through that. I kept thinking that surely medical science could have come up with a better way of doing this by now while listening to his _______. As for comfort from the doctor, all he could say was, "Ah, look at those healthy tears." As we left the office, I whispered into my son’s ear, "It’s okay, Sam. Sometimes you just_______to cry."

In a way I guess it was only a matter of time before Sam was introduced to _______ in his life. I remembered losing my _________ to a sudden car accident a number of years ago. I tried to remain _______ through it all. One day, when a song came on the radio that ________ me of my father. It was the first time since the funeral that I just let go and cried. It felt ________ to not hold back any more.

The earliest ________ I have of my father is one of me as a young boy holding his hand by his two last ________ as we walked together. His hands seemed so ________ that his fingers were all I could actually grip. He always took me with him to basketball games even at my young age. I will never ________ that.

1.A. Anyway B. Instead C. Moreover D. However

2.A. parenthood B. childhood C. neighborhood D. adulthood

3.A. standing B. watching C. sitting D. complaining

4.A. look B. pull C. go D. walk

5.A. screams B. words C. songs D. whispers

6.A. have B. prefer C. refuse D. remember

7.A. pleasure B. pain C. society D. hospital

8.A. mother B. grandpa C. grandma D. father

9.A. active B. clever C. strong D. patient

10.A. cured B. reminded C. warned D. recalled

11.A. unusual B. terrible C. frightening D. good

12.A. idea B. effect C. picture D. memory

13.A. arms B. legs C. fingers D. hands

14.A. large B. small C. dirty D. clean

15.A. mind B. forget C. do D. accept

Some people may be good at talking. They always have successful conversations with others. But some don't because they are shy. In fact, everyone is a little shy. This article may help you overcome your shyness.

Put yourself out there. This seems clear—the best way to meet people is to actively look for places out where you can meet people! Go to the dance party at your school or the Christmas get-together. Try to meet at least one person by the end of the night.

Practice talking. Even though this may sound strange. Stand in front of a mirror or close your eyes, and then imagine yourself talking to someone. This way is very helpful.

Show your talents. Making new friends is a great way to overcome shyness. Ask your friends to introduce you to their friends. Although that may sound useless, it really isn't. For example, if you like art, you can consider painting something for a party. It will be easier to make you feel comfortable. On the other hand don't be afraid to discover some new interests.

Change your shy look. Take a moment to look at yourself. Are you the kind of person who wears dark clothes? This makes you very unapproachable. You should wear brighter clothes. Go from wearing black, brown, and blue to wearing green, yellow and orange. Remember, you don't always have to change your look. You can just simply make your expression friendlier. Let people know that it's OK to talk with you.

根据材料内容选择最佳答案

1.Why can't people have successful conversation?

A.Because they have no words with others. B.Because they are the shy persons.

C.Because they don't have any friends around them. D.Because they can't overcome their shyness.

2.How many ways does the writer give to have successful conversation?

A.Three. B.Four. C.Five D.Six

3.What does the underlined word "unapproachable" mean?

A.外形很酷的 B.无与伦比的 C.冷漠的 D.无语的

4.Which is TRUE according to this passage?

A.The person who can have successful conversations isn't shy at all.

B.Standing in front of others can overcome people's shyness.

C.Showing your talents maybe makes you feel comfortable.

D.Always changing your look can make your expression friendlier.

5.What does the passage mainly want to tell us?

A.Talents are important for people B.Overcoming shyness is possible.

C.It's important to learn to exchange ideas. D.People need to go to the parties.

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