If the eyes are the windows of the soul, then the body is the mirror of our feelings. If we are feeling great, we may give our body signals(信号). If we look at someone else’s body, we can often tell how they are feeling by their body signals. So reading body language signals is a great tool in daily communication.

    In case(假使) you don't think that learning how to read and use body language is important, here are some numbers for you. 7% of the information we receive is from what people actually say, and 38% of the information we receive is from the tone(语气) and the speed of their voice; while 55% of the information we receive is from their body language.

    These non-verbal(非口头的) signals will help you a lot, but you still need to focus on what people are saying. If you focus too much on their body language signals, you and the person may feel uncomfortable. It is useful to be able to read people’s body language, but it is useful to learn how to send the right signals and avoid the wrong signals too. Body language may be given several interpretations. Many signals have different meanings, depending on the person and the situation. Be sure of it when you are trying to read a body language signal.

1.The numbers mentioned in the second paragraph are to ___________.

    A. explain what body language is

    B. show the importance of body language

    C. tell us body language is less used than verbal language

    D. tell us body language is the only tool in communication

2.What is the meaning of the underlined sentence in the last paragraph?

    A. Body language is widely used all over the world

    B. Body language can be explained in different ways.

    C. It’s too hard to understand the meanings of body language

    D. People have already looked through many books on body language.

3.According to the writer, body language is very ___________.

    A. simple to learn              B. negative to be used

    C. hard to understand           D. helpful in communication

4.According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?

    A. Body language is uncomfortable.

B. What people are saying is not important

    C. Body language can show your emotion.

D. To send wrong signals is not body language

5.We can infer(推断) that the writer will most probably talk about __________ next.

    A. what the wrong body language signals are

    B. examples of how to understand body language correctly.

    C. numbers about how many people wrongly use body language

    D. an analysis (分析) of why people wrongly understand body language

In Germany there are different kinds of high schools. Some prepare students for workers, others prepare them for college. All schools are great places for making friends and learning German.

Short days

Most high schools in Germany begin at about 8:00 a.m. and end at about 3:30 p.m. This means your morning will be busy with classes. You will have time to do homework and take part in private(私人的) clubs after school.

Formal setting

In Germany, teachers and students’ relationship is more formal than you might be used to. Teachers are respected and students must use the formal “Sie（德语，您）” when talking to teachers.

Getting to school

Most students take public transport to school or ride a bicycle. Some areas have school buses. It is not common for parents to drive students to school.

Private clubs

In many countries, schools offer official sports and after-school activities. This is less common in Germany. After-school activities are usually organized through private clubs. There are clubs for things like soccer, dance, choir, theatre and almost everything else. Once you are in Germany, ask around at school and talk to other students to find out what private clubs are in your area and meet your interests.

Different states, different schools

Each of Germany’s 16 states has its own slightly different school systems. The school system in Brandenburg will be a little different from the system in Bavaria for example. Where you live, your knowledge level and your age will decide what school you can attend.

1.For high school students in Germany, which is NOT the common transport to school?

A．School buses.                          B．Parents’ cars.

C．Public transport.                        D．Students’ bicycles.

2.In Paragraph 3,the underlined word “respected” can be best translated into __________.

A．受人尊敬的       B．令人害怕的        C．高收入的         D．有权势的

3.From the passage, we can learn that in Germany _______.

A．all kinds of high schools are for college

B．age is not important for attending schools

C．students can take part in after-school activities from 8:00 a. m .to 3:30 p.m.

D．students can join private clubs to meet their interests by themselves

The number of the students in our school        than that of theirs.

   A. is more           B. is less         C. are larger      D. is larger

In Germany there are different kinds of high schools.Some prepare students for workers, others prepare them for college. All schools are great places for making friends and learning German.

Short days

Most high schools in Germany begin at about 8:00 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m. This means your morning will be busy with classes. You will have time to do homework and take part in private(私人的) clubs after school.

Formal setting

In Germany, teachers and students’ relationship is more formal than you might be used to. Teachers are respected and students must use the formal “Sie(德语：您)” when talking to teachers.

Getting to school

Most students take public transport to school or ride a bicycle. Some ares have school buses. It is not common for parents to drive students to school.

Private clubs

In many countries, schools offer official sports and after-school activities. This is less common in Germany. After-school activities are usually organized through private clubs. There are clubs for things like soccer, dance, chair, theatre and almost everything else. Once you are in Germany, ask around at school and talk to other students to find out what private clubs are in your area and meet your interests.

Different states, different schools

Each of Germany’s 16 states has its own slightly different school systems. The school system in Brandenburg will be a little different from the system in Bavaria for example. Where you live, your knowledge level and your age will decide what school you can attend.

1.For high school students in Germany, Which is not the common transport to school?

  A. School buses   B. Private clubs   C. Public transports   D. Students’ bicycles

2.In paragraph 3, the underlined word “respected” can be best translated into ________.

  A. 受人尊敬的   B. 令人害怕的   C.  高收入的       D. 有权势的

3.From the passage, we can learn from that in Germany ________.

  A. all kinds of high schools are for college.

  B. age is not important for attending schools.

  C. students can take part in after-school activities from 8:00a.m. to 3;30p.m.

  D. students can join private clubs to meet their interests by themselves.

4.What can be the best title for this article?

  A. German Private Clubs   B. German Public Transport

  C. German High Schools   D. German College Systems