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When we meet someone for the first time, we often would like to talk about ourselves. We just want to show the best to others. But why not listen? Sometimes, listening is better than talking. Then how to be a good listener? Here are a few suggestions:
◆Look at the speaker. It shows you are listening carefully. It's also a good way to “talk” to your friend with your eyes.
◆Don't cut in. Give your friend enough time to say what she or he thinks. Don't stop your friend's words. Even if you want to say something, you should wait till your friend finishes.
◆ Try to understand. When you are listening, try to catch her or his feelings and ideas. It helps you know your friend better. And your friend will feel better about you. She or he may think you are the right person to talk with.
◆Show your ideas at the right time. "It's interesting." "What happened next?" … These are useful when you are listening. And you can give advice when your friend asks for it.
It's never too late to become a good listener. It can change your life and the lives of the people in your life.
If you think you are too shy and want to be a little braver, just try the following things: Be open to others. Tell people you are shy. There is no need to hide it. When they get to know you are a shy kid, they will understand you better. This also helps you feel more comfortable in talks.
Try to smile more. When you smile, people think you are friendly and easy to talk with. Remember that other people have feelings, too; and most people will stay away from an angry-looking face.
Learn to be a good talker. If you find it hard to start a conversation, say something nice about people around you. Think about how great you feel when someone says something nice to you. Doesn't it make you want to keep talking to that person?
Get your attention(注意) elsewhere（在别处）. Think more about ways to enjoy parties or games. Don't waste time worrying about your look or whether(是否) people like you or not. You will become relaxed(放松的) and find it's not so hard to talk with others.
Take one small step at a time. Each time when you say “Hi!” or smile at someone, say to yourself “You can make it.” Keep trying and one day you'll never feel shy when you talk to others.
Title: Advice on……to be a little braver
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If you tell people you are shy, they will understand you better. |
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People don't like the one with an angry-looking face. |
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Start a conversation with {#blank#}3{#/blank#}.{#blank#}4{#/blank#} words. |
People will feel great and want to talk to you. |
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Pay more attention to ways to enjoy parties or games. |
You will feel {#blank#}5{#/blank#}. |
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Encourage（鼓励） yourself to say “Hi!” or smile at someone. |
Keep doing this and you'll be braver to talk to others in the future. |
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{#blank#}1{#/blank#}Mr. Brown is a history teacher in America. He thinks China is a great country with lots of ancient and beautiful cities. He wishes to visit such a city which has a rich culture and long history, and he wants to visit some famous persons in history. Also he may taste some local traditional food. {#blank#}2{#/blank#}Miss Shute comes from Canada. She is a young artist who enjoys something creative and exciting so she expects to visit such a Chinese city where there are millions of young people who like modern things. What's more, she may describe the city's building with her painting brush. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}Mr. White is a successful businessman from Australia. He's ever been to many countries in the world, but he thinks China is one of the most amazing countries, so this time he wants to go to such a city which is one of the most developed cities in China and has all kinds of business chances. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}Mr. Miller is a TV reporter from UK. After a busy month, she'd like to go to such a Chinese city where she may enjoy swimming eating good food and buying her favorite clothes. At the same time, she hopes the cities are always warm and full of sunshine. She doesn't mind the coast. She only wants to have fun. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}Mr. Green is a famous pianist. He often tours around the world and gives his concerts. This year he plans to have a concert in the Chinese city where there are lots of music lovers and he may taste different food from all over the world and me all kinds of friends. At the same time, he wants to do some shopping there. |
A. Shanghai is an international city. Here you can get many chances to make money because there are so many stores companies and factories. Also is a fantasy city that has so much to see. B. Hangzhou is famous for the West Lake. It's a great city to travel and shop. There you can taste all kinds of good food. The good news is that it's not so expensive to travel around the city. C. Guangzhou is an international city. Many musicians like the city because there are so many fans of theirs. It's also a travel city that attracts lots of tourists from all over the world. Here you may taste Chinese food, Indian food French food and even Italian food. D. Why not consider visiting Sanya. It's a big city where you can enjoy all kinds of water sports. What's more the weather is never too hot or too cold there all year round. However, it is kind of expensive to live and shop there. E. Wuhan is a large and lively city with a large population. The Han River runs through the city. And it's a great place to go shopping and eat good food. However, it's too hot in summer and a little cold in winter. F. Shenzhen became the first of the five special economic zones in august 1980 and was one of the fastest-growing cities in China. It's a city full of chances and challenges. Many college students look forward to working and living there after their graduation. G. Xi'an is a great city that was built about 3,500 years ago. There are many historical sites like Terra Cotta Warriors (兵马俑)and the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda(大雁塔). There you can eat lots of special food like Biangbiang noodles and Rougamo(肉夹馍). |
A. Food B. Greeting C. Gifts D. Clothes E. Ieaving |
How to be the world's best guest？
Do you want to be a popular guest who gets invited back？Read our five top tips（建议）for being a good guest.
{#blank#}1{#/blank#}⑴If you are in a formal（正式的）situation, dress smartly: a suit and a tie for men, a long dress for women.
{#blank#}2{#/blank#}⑵If you are going to stay in someone's house, don't arrive empty-handed. Bring a small present if you are staying for a short time, a bigger one for longer periods. Expensive chocolate works in most situations.
{#blank#}3{#/blank#}⑶To shake hands or to kiss? Wait to see what your host does.
{#blank#}4{#/blank#}⑷Always accept it when offered, whether it looks terrible or delicious. Try to cat all of it and say it tastes good. Most people are proud of their cooking even if they shouldn't be. Don't hurt their feelings.
{#blank#}5{#/blank#}⑸The most important tip for being a good guest is to know when to say goodbye. The secret is to leave while the host is still enjoying your company and wants you to stay longer.
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