A conversation is a personal or informal talk that takes place in our daily life. If you want to make your conversations meaningful, here are some ways to help you..

Talk with purpose

71___  Is it to get some information? To simply kill time while travelling? To get to know a person more? Knowing your purpose ahead of time allows you to direct your conversation and never get lost out of the way.

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Start a topic that is very timely and appropriate. The starting point has to be depending on your relationship with the person you are talking to and the situation the person or both of you are going through.

Find common interests

Come up with something that will make both of you interested.   73___ It ties a human touch to one’s relationship even if it is at a professional level.

Listen and then validate (prove that something is true)

One of the most difficult tasks to do in a conversation is really listening.  74___ Do not just keep quiet because you want to give the other person a time to talk . The proof that you really listen to is to validate your understanding by repeating in your own words (based on your understanding) what was said.

Allow your listener to talk

After you have spoken, give the other person a time to talk. There are some people who like to talk about themselves. If you are one of them, try to be less selfish. Ask the person “What about you?” It is often lack of politeness not to ask back when someone asks how you are for example.  75___

Managing a conversation shows the kind of person you are. Try to make meaning conversations and you’ll make a difference.

A. Choose a good topic

 B. Show your interest in the topic being discussed

 C. Before starting a conversation, be sure of what you want to achieve.

D. Do not prepare for what to say while the other person is talking.

 E. Discovering common likes and dislikes opens up a connection between two people.

F. You need to make it easier for the listener to understand.

G. A conversation is not a long speech by yourself or an interview.

What is the difference between a college and a university? This is a good question for students who want to attend a college or a university in the United States.
Colleges and universities have many things in common. Both provide a greater understanding of the world and its past. Both provide education in the arts and sciences. And both can help prepare young people to earn a living.
Students who complete their undergraduate studies either at a four-year college or a university receive a bachelor’s degree. One difference is that many colleges do not offer graduate studies.
Universities are generally bigger, offer more programs and do more research. Modern universities developed from those of the Middle Ages in Europe. The word “university” comes from the Latin “universitas”. This described a group of people organized for a common purpose. The word “college” comes from a Latin word with a similar meaning, “collegium”. In England, colleges were formed to provide students with places to live in. Usually each group of students was studying the same thing. So college came to mean an area of study. But a college can also be a part of a university. The first American universities divided their studies into a number of areas and called each one a college. This is still true.
Programs in higher learning may also be called schools. The University of Arizona in Tucson, for example, has 18 colleges and 10 schools. They include the colleges of pharmacy (制药学), education, engineering and law. They also include the schools of architecture, dance and public administration.
College is also used as a general term for higher education. A news report might talk about “college students” even if they include students at universities. Or someone might ask, “Where do you go to college?”
Today, most American colleges offer an area of study called liberal arts. These are subjects first developed and taught in ancient Greece. They include language, philosophy and mathematics. The purpose is to train a person’s mind instead of teaching job skills.
【小题1】The passage is probably written to _________.

Here are some suggestions to make your trip successful, if you plan on traveling outside of the United State s. Planning is the key. At least three weeks in advance think about what you will need to assemble (收集). That way, you will not be doing things at the last minute.

　 Make several copies of all of your important documents. Those include all things you’ve been issued and the first two pages in your passport showing your picture, birth date, passport number. Keep one set of copies in your carry-on luggage, one in your checked baggage and leave a set at home preferably with someone who can send them to you if needed.

　 Visit the Office of the International students in the Intercultural Center to have your student card signed and to request a “enrollment verification letter (入学签到书)” and a copy of your financial statement. Do this at least one week before you travel. Do not wait until the last minute.

　 Be sure your visa is up to date and that it will not expire (过期) within the next six months. If you are traveling outside of the United States to a country other than your home country, you are urged to contact the embassy of that country to learn if you need a visa to enter that country. If so, ask what the requirements, cost and timeframe are to apply for a visa before you go to the bank. Keep in mind that it often takes 2—3 weeks to process a visa application, so you should leave enough time for it．

　　 If you are traveling in the United States, it is always a good idea to carry your original passport and ID card with you at all times. If you are stopped by any government official (police, border patrols, immigration officers, etc.), you will be required to show them your original documents.　

41. What does the writer think is most important while preparing for traveling?

A. Time　　　　　　　 B. Suggestions　　　　 C. Money　　　　　 D. Documents

42. Where could the traveler apply for a visa to enter a foreign country?

A. The bank in a foreign country　　　　　　　　 B. The bank in your own country

C. The embassy of the foreign country　　　　　　 D. The Office of the International Students

43. We can learn from the passage that________.

A. it is easy and simple to prepare for your traveling abroad

B. to get a copy of your financial statement needs at least one week

C. to apply for a visa to enter a foreign country needs 2—3 weeks

D. all copied documents are available at any moment while traveling

We are all called upon to make a speech at some point in life, but most of us don’t do a very

good job. This article gives some suggestions on how to give an effective speech.

You have to give a speech, and you’re terrified. You get nervous, you forget what you want to say, you stumble over words, you talk too long, and you bore your audience. Later you think, “Thank goodness, it’s over. I’m just no good at public speaking. I hope I never have to do that again.”

Cheer up! It doesn’t have to be that bad. Here are some simple steps to take the pain out of speech making. Ask yourself the purpose of your speech. What is the occasion? Why are you speaking? Then, gather as many facts as you can on your subject. Spend plenty of time doing your research. Then spend plenty of time organizing your material so that your speech is clear and easy to follow. Use as many examples as possible, and use pictures, charts, and graphs if they will help you make your points more clearly. Never forget your audience.  Don’t talk over their heads, and don’t talk down to them. Treat your audience with respect. They will appreciate your thoughtfulness.

Just remember: be prepared. Know your subject, your audience, and the occasion. Be brief. Say what you have to say and then stop. And be yourself. Let your personality come through so that you make person-to-person contact with your audience.

If you follow these simple steps, you’ll see that you don’t have to be afraid of public speaking. In fact you may find the experience so enjoyable that you volunteer to make more speeches! You’re not convinced yet? Give it a try and see what happens.

The main idea of this article is      .

A. you can improve your speaking ability    B. a poor speaker can never change

C. always make a short speech                           D. it is hard to make a speech

The phrase “talk over their heads” means      .

A. speak too loudly              B. look at the ceiling

C. look down upon them             D. use words and ideas that are too difficult

All of the following statements are true except that      .

A. few people know how to make good speeches

B. a lecturer does not need to organize his speech

C. research is important in preparing a speech

D. there are simple steps you can take to improve your speaking ability

The title for this passage may be “     ”.

A. Do Not Make a Long Speech   B. How To Give A Good Speech

C. How To Prepare For A Speech        D. Try To Enjoy A Speech

We are all called upon to make a speech at some point in life, but most of us don’t do a very

good job. This article gives some suggestions on how to give an effective speech.

You have to give a speech, and you’re terrified. You get nervous, you forget what you want to say, you stumble over words, you talk too long, and you bore your audience. Later you think, “Thank goodness, it’s over. I’m just no good at public speaking. I hope I never have to do that again.”

Cheer up! It doesn’t have to be that bad. Here are some simple steps to take the pain out of speech making. Ask yourself the purpose of your speech. What is the occasion? Why are you speaking? Then, gather as many facts as you can on your subject. Spend plenty of time doing your research. Then spend plenty of time organizing your material so that your speech is clear and easy to follow. Use as many examples as possible, and use pictures, charts, and graphs if they will help you make your points more clearly. Never forget your audience.  Don’t talk over their heads, and don’t talk down to them. Treat your audience with respect. They will appreciate your thoughtfulness.

Just remember: be prepared. Know your subject, your audience, and the occasion. Be brief. Say what you have to say and then stop. And be yourself. Let your personality come through so that you make person-to-person contact with your audience.

If you follow these simple steps, you’ll see that you don’t have to be afraid of public speaking. In fact you may find the experience so enjoyable that you volunteer to make more speeches! You’re not convinced yet? Give it a try and see what happens.

The main idea of this article is      .

A. you can improve your speaking ability    B. a poor speaker can never change

C. always make a short speech                           D. it is hard to make a speech

The phrase “talk over their heads” means      .

A. speak too loudly              B. look at the ceiling

C. look down upon them             D. use words and ideas that are too difficult

All of the following statements are true except that      .

A. few people know how to make good speeches

B. a lecturer does not need to organize his speech

C. research is important in preparing a speech

D. there are simple steps you can take to improve your speaking ability

The title for this passage may be “     ”.

A. Do Not Make a Long Speech   B. How To Give A Good Speech

C. How To Prepare For A Speech        D. Try To Enjoy A Speech