题型:阅读还原 题类: 难易度:普通
广东省深圳实验初中部2024-2025学年九年级上学期开学考试英语试题
These days, it seems that many people are trying to live more with less. They throw away all the less- used things, or some things that are not necessary. They are discovering the pleasure of spending their time and money on the things that matter most.
◆More free time
The more things you own, the more time you will spend keeping them in order. You' ll be surprised at how much time you' ll have to do what you really want to do. Care for fewer things, and spend more time with friends and family.
◆Money saved
As you stop buying things you don't need, your finances will be better. Learn to reward yourself with rich experiences.
Changed values
You will realize that things don't bring lasting happiness. True happiness comes from making memories with loved ones.
Living simply lowers your stress, betters your health and allows you to find out what's important.
Don't wait for a holiday to start living simply. Start today, and you will find that less is more.
A. Just keep the things you use or enjoy.
B. Here are some advantages of living simply.
C. Once you break the habit, your values will change.
D. You can save some money and take a special trip instead.
E. Try to discover the peace and happiness this way of living can bring.
F. With the change of your values, you will get more satisfaction and joy.
Does it seem that the things you say often cause offense(冒犯) ? If so, maybe people think that your English isn't polite. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}!
◆"I'm afraid I can't" VS "NO."
It can be difficult to refuse an invitation from a friend. Simply saying "No." would sound impolite. The next time you have to refuse an invitation, you can say, "I'm afraid I can't.
◆ {#blank#}2{#/blank#}
If someone does something you don't like, would you like him to stop? To get the good result, instead of shouting "Stop talking on your phone in the cinema!", ask him politely by saying "Would you mind not using your phone in the cinema, please?"
◆"Can you pass me. . . ?" VS "Give me..."
{#blank#}3{#/blank#}, so it's sometimes difficult to get what you want without causing frustration(懊恼). Change words that sound like commands(命令), such as "Give me the newspaper." with a request like "Can you pass me the newspaper?"
◆"Could you give me five minutes?" VS "Go away."
You're really busy at work, but your co-worker needs your help. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}, just saying "Go away." is certainly not proper. Instead, keep everyone happy by using the words "Could you give me five minutes?"
A. "Would you mind . . .?" VS "Stop it!" B. People don't like being told what to do C. "Could you spare me…?" VS "Don't do it!" D. Learn how to be polite with this great guide E. When you're busy and can't do anything else |
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