Going to a friend’s house is very exciting. You may spend time with a friend and get to see where he lives. So remember to be polite.
When to arrive
The first thing to remember is that when a friend invites you, you need to arrive on time. If your friend tells you to come “around 3:00”, that means you can turn up a little bit after 3:00. But usually it is a good idea to arrive at the right time.
What to bring
Often it is also nice to bring something to your friend’s house. This could be a box of chocolates for you two to share, or maybe a movie that you can watch together. You can also bring some flowers. A little gift is a nice way to show your friend that you are excited to be at his house.
How to greet (问候)
When you visit your friend’s house, you may also meet his parents. You should tell them who you are and they may tell you their names. As a child, I went to visit my friend Paul. I called his parents by their first names John and Mary. But now I know it is more polite to call them Mr. or Mrs. Smith. This will show them more respect (尊重) and then they may tell you to call them by their first names. Another way to show respect is to call them Madam or Sir. 
It is a cool thing to visit a friend’s house. Be polite to your friend and your friend’s parents, and you will be invited again!
【小题1】 If you are told to get to your friend’s house around 5:00 p.m., it is polite to arrive at_____
A.5:02 p.m.B.4:50 p.m.C.4:30 p.m. D.5:30 p.m.
【小题2】When the writer was a child, he called his friend’s father _____.
A.SmithB.JohnC.MaryD.Paul
【小题3】The passage mainly (主要) tells us _____.
A.when to arrive at your friend’s houseB.how to greet people
C.what to bring to your friendD.how to be a good visitor


Singapore’s public transport system is one of the best in the world, so you should have no problem finding your way around like local people. There are three main forms of public transport that you would find in any other major city—trains, buses and taxis.

TRAINS
Trains run from 6 a.m. to midnight. Single trip tickets start at 80 cents(分). If you buy an EZ-Link card for $15, you can ride the trains and buses all you like.
If you need more information, just call Transit Link on 1800 767 4333.
BUSES
There are several bus services in Singapore and fares start at 80 cents. Be sure to always ask the driver the cost of your ticket because he can not give changes.
If you need help, just call Transit Link on 1800 767 4333.
TAXIS
There are three main taxi companies—City Cab (6552 2222), Comfort (6552 1111) and Tibs (6552 8888). Booking (预订) can also be made easily by calling the numbers listed above.
RENTAL (租) CARS
Driving in Singapore is a pleasure and if you like to travel on your own, renting a car is a good choice. Renting takes away the hassle of getting to places around Singapore. Just sit back and enjoy the city. It also means you’ll get to see a lot more that a train or a bus won’t let you see.
For car rental, call Avis on +65 6737 1668.
【小题1】 If you need to find the bus number, you may call____________.
A.65 6737 1668B.6552 8888C.1800 767 4333 D.6552 2222
【小题2】If you buy an EZ-Link card, you can take____________.
A.both buses and trainsB.only trains
C.both buses and taxisD.only rental cars
【小题3】What do you think the text probably is?
A.A science report.B.A travel guide.
C.A novel.D.A diary.

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