题目内容
14.As a parent,you have spent years caring for and protecting your child.But as he/she becomes a teenager,he/she will naturally want to spread his/her wings.1(36)G.So teaching your teen to be independent is very rewarding both for you and for your teen.Explain to your teen what it means to be independent.During adolescence(青春期),your teen is starting to explore and understand the things and people around him/her.Therefore,this is the best time to build a sense of responsibility in your child,which will make him/her into a stronger and better person in the long run.(37)D.Exercise your teen's ability to make decisions independently.
Encourage your teen to fully express himself/herself.He/She is trying to discover who he/she is and is not.(38)ETry to listen to what he/she is saying and avoid being judgmental(动辄评头论足的).Learn to know him/her as a person in his/her way.
Help your teen develop his/her talent.You can encourage independence in your teen by finding and developing his/her talent.(39)BBeing good at something will give your teen confidence and help him/her try his/her hardest.And your teen will become more disciplined(守纪律的)
(40)AAs he/she spreads his/her wings,make sure you let him/her know you will be nearby whenever he/she needs you.This safety net will make it possible for him/her to have the confidence he/she needs to fly into his/her future.
A.Remind your teen that you will always be there for him/her.
B.If he/she loves to cook,sign him/her up for a cooking class.
C.But now is his/her chance to make mistakes and learn from them
D.Explain to your child that he/she must do something on his/her own.
E.Accept that he/she may not like the thing you do or have the same opinions.
F.You can guide your teen in the right direction by giving him/her some advice.
G.This can be a challenge for both of you,as you have to rebalance your relationship.
分析 本文属于说明文阅读,作者通过这篇文章主要向我们描述了如何更好的与逐渐长大的孩子相处并教育他们,平衡你们之间的关系.
解答 36.G.推理判断题.根据前文But as he/she becomes a teenager,he/she will naturally want to spread his/her wings可知这对你们双方都是一个挑战,因为你们必须重新平衡你们的关系;故选G.
37.D.推理判断题.根据后文Exercise your teen's ability to make decisions independently可知向你的孩子解释他/她必须自己做某事,学会独立;故选D.
38.E.推理判断题.根据后文Try to listen to what he/she is saying and avoid being judgmental(动辄评头论足的).Learn to know him/her as a person in his/her way可知要接受他/她可能不喜欢你做的事情或者观点;故选E.
39.B.推理判断题.根据前文You can encourage independence in your teen by finding and developing his/her talent可知要鼓励孩子发展才艺,如果他/她喜欢做饭,就请他/她上烹饪课;故选B.
40.A.推理判断题.根据后文As he/she spreads his/her wings,make sure you let him/her know you will be nearby whenever he/she needs you可知要提醒你的孩子,你将永远在那里陪着他;故选A.
点评 七选五阅读是完成性阅读,和完形填空很类似,不同的是一个选词,一个选句子.解题时,要注意上下文语境,充分考虑信息词(选项中和空格前后句子中相同或相近的词),选出最符合语境的句子.
A. | scene | B. | sign | C. | signal | D. | sight |
Most of us live in a multicultural surroundings these days.Culture can bring us together,but it can also be a cause of division.How does our own culture affect the way we view others?What steps can we take to minimize problems?
Once my friend,who is of Greek origin,went to Sweden on business.He was sent by the head office in the US to introduce a new computer program to their branch office in Sweden.This newly created software would cut production cost in half and speed up the time from planning to production by 30percent,as well as make the finished product look better.After presenting this program to the managers and directors,he waited for their feedback.At first it was quiet.Then,the general manager said,"Hmm,this looks good."in a flat voice."Hmm,I agree,"said another.My friend was in shock.Later on,when he told this to me,he said,"My mother used expressions such as‘Fabulous!'and‘Marvelous!'.These people were presented with a multibillion-dollar program,and all they could say was"Hmm.Good.I don't understand it!"
What was the problem?Culture.What is an acceptable way of expressing excitement and joy in one country is not the same in another.The Swedes were thrilled,and they thought it was a fantastic computer program.They just had a different way of showing it.
Another example:I remember my mother always telling me to look at her when she was talking to me,especially if it was something important.It was a way of showing that I was paying attention in a respectful way.Now,my friend from Nigeria told me that she never allows her children to look at her when she is talking."I want them to respect me,"she says.Who is right?Both.That's the beauty of culture.There is no such thing as right or wrong,good or bad culture.
Of course,one has to take into consideration people living nearby.It is true that a person has to adjust to the country where he chooses to live.On the other hand,when people move into our country,we can make an effort to get to know their culture.Ask them about their country; ask them why they do certain things or wear different clothes.It can be quite interesting,actually.This doesn't mean we have to like it,or live our lives in their way.But knowledge can definitely lead to fewer disagreements and more understanding between people.
When culture is understood and used in an appropriate way,it can give a person a feeling of belonging and security.You know what to do in different situations.For example:at the time of birth and death.Let's give place to culture.Try to know and understand other people's culture,and also try to analyze our own.Let's choose our own way of life.Above all else---let's live in peace with all men!
Title:Learning About Different Cultures
Introduction | ●Culture can not only bring people together but also (71)divide/separate them. |
(72)Examples | ●A friend of Greek origin was (73)shocked/surprised when he received ordinary feedback from some Swedish people. ●In some countries,looking at somebody when he/she is speaking is a way of showing (74)respect/politeness,while in Nigeria,it is the (75)opposite. |
Facts | ●People of different cultures have a different way of expressing themselves. ●All Cultures are right and good.That is where the (76)beauty of culture lies. |
Solutions | ●A person should be (77)considerate/thoughtful/nice/kind to the people around and learn about the local culture. ●People should also learn about the culture of those who have newly arrived. ●Learning about others'culture can be of (78)interest and can help reduce (79)disagreements/misunderstanding(s) between people. |
Summary | ●Understanding others'culture can help people live (80)peacefully. |