题型:阅读选择 题类:常考题 难易度:普通
No one can deal with all the problems on his own. We all have to ask for favors(寻求帮助)sometimes. But it can be a difficult thing to do, even when you ask a good friend. So how can you ask for a favor and be sure to get a positive response(正面回应)?Here are some suggestions.
Be a nice person. When you ask someone for a favor,you're really asking the person to go out of his or her way to help you. Show the person that you understand he or she is doing something especially nice for you. If people think you're friendly, they're more likely(可能的)to want to help. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}And,of course, a smile goes a long way.
{#blank#}2{#/blank#}How do people respond to requests(请求)like this one,"Hey,Mike,lend me your carl"? They probably refuse. How can you avoid this problem? Be especially careful with how you show your request. For example,say,"Mike,would you mind doing me a favor?" Mike will probably respond like this," Maybe. What do you need? "{#blank#}3{#/blank#}People are more likely to agree to help you when they know the whole story.
Show your respect(尊重). If someone agrees to do you a favor,allow the person to choose when he or she helps you. Be respectful of the other person's time,and try not to ask for too much. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}Don't make a habit of asking for favors, and always make sure you're ready to do someone a favor in return.
A. Now you have his attention and can explain the situation. B. Choose your words carefully. C. If someone refuses your request, you should accept the answer politely. D. Thank them sincerely (真诚地)when they help you. E. Try your best to help the one who did you a favor once in your way. |
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