题型:填空题 题类:常考题 难易度:普通
2016届河南省开封市高三上学期第一次模拟考试英语试卷
Wrong Reasons for Going to College
A college education can be priceless.If any of these following factors had abig influence on your decision, you're probably right to second-guess yourself.
Because all your friends are going.
In only a few weeks' time, the whole friend group will be scattered to a half dozen different colleges in a half dozen different places. Not to go will set yourself apart.Because someone else expects it from you.
Perhaps you come from a family where everyone goes to college,or maybe you're the kid that everyone is proud to believe will be the first toget there.It's become so mucha part of the air you breathe that you've never stopped to consider whether you want to go or whether you're ready to go.
It's beentough to find even a summer job. You don't have an alternative plan. Everyone else is doing it (see above). You think you might as well go to school. That isthe lamest(无说服力的)of reasons tospend $ 20,000 or more in the next year.
Because you are afraid you'll regret it if you don't go.
Your uncle tells you that he regrets that he didn't go tocollege. Others tell you they could have gone so much further in their career if only they had a college education. So this is not a persuasive reason for you togo to college.
a. A. Because you don't want to work.
b. Friends will wonder what's wrong with you.
c. Because you don't know what else to do.
d. Everyone seems more excited than you are.
e. It seems that for years everyone has just thought that ofcourse you'll go.
f. Whatever the story is, there are always people who regretdecisions they've made.
g. But maybe in your heart you know that you are going forthe wrong reasons.
A. You may find yourself wrong B. Understand how upset your friend is C. You can put your arm around your friend D. Encourage him/her to keep talking as long as he/she needs to E. This will help you know what to say and what not to say F. Use your imagination and get close to the truth of what has taken place G. If you aren't sure, don't worry—comforting people is a skill that you can learn |
When things go wrong, many people turn to their friends for comfort and support. Are you the kind of person your friends trust to be there for them when they're feeling down? {#blank#}1{#/blank#}. You might feel awkward or nervous about comforting a sad friend at first, but with a little practice, you won't have to worry about saying the wrong thing or making the situation worse. When one of your friends is upset, help him/her by being there for him/her, finding the right things to say, and avoiding common mistakes.
①{#blank#}2{#/blank#}. Comfort your friend according to how upset he/she seems to be. If he/she seems to be very troubled, it may take more effort on your part to help him/her. If something is bothering him/her, but he/she isn't too upset, be there for him/her without overreacting.
②Find out what's wrong. Before you say anything try to figure out what the problem is. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}. If you try to talk to your friend without knowing the situation first, you could end up with putting your foot in your mouth.
③Give your friend a hug. A kind touch will do wonders for your friend, even if you don't know what he/she is upset about. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}.You can also pat him/her gently on the shoulder.
④Let your friend vent (发泄). If your friend needs to get his/her sadness or anger out, let him/her do. Pay attention and don't interrupt. Encourage him/her to express himself/herself fully.
⑤Just listen. Your friend needs someone to listen compassionately to him/her right now, so focus on doing that. Be patient and non-judgmental. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}. Don't act bored or try to change the subject.
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