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四川省泸州市合江少岷初中2024-2025学年九年级上学期开学考试英语试题
We drink one of the world's most popular drinks—tea—on May 21, International Tea Day. We all know that China is the birthplace of tea 1 . But do you know about the tea cultures of some 2 countries?
Tea was brought to 3 from China in the ninth century. Then in the late 12th century, the Japanese monk（僧侣）Eisai 4 tea to Japan from China again, Eisai wrote a book praising tea as a 5 that was especially good for the heart. The custom（习俗）of tea—drinking later became an important part of Japanese culture. In Japan, 6 tea is an art. People use beautiful tea bowls and 7 the peace and calm of the tea room.
India is one of the largest tea producers in the world. It also learned the art of tea-drinking from China centuries ago. Tea is very 8 in India. In fact, 70 percent of the tea it produces is loved 9 its own people. "Chai" is the Hindi（印地语）word for tea. Traditional Indian chai is a type of 10 tea. But unlike Chinese black tea, chai is 11 together with strong spices such as ginger（姜）.
Turkey also has a tea culture. If you ever find 12 in Turkey, one thing you have to do is to enjoy special tea there. Tea was brought to the country 13 China in the nineteenth century. The traditional Turkish tea cup is in the shape of a tulip（郁金香）. The tea is 14 served very hot and one has to hold the cup by its lower rim（边沿）. Most often, salty or sweet biscuits, 15 "kurabiye", are served along with the tea.
A. However, you need to pay attention not to nod too much. B. Take notes C. Try to follow up by giving them a call or texting them. D. It even helps deepen your understanding. E. Here are a few tips to help you develop effective listening skills. F. Be Patient |
Listening is one of the basic skills. Good communication always starts with good listening. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}
Ask Good Questions
When someone comes to you with a problem, it is natural for you to give them advice. However, instead of giving advice, asking good questions is more important. This can show that you are interested in what people are telling you.{#blank#}2{#/blank#}
Avoid too much Nodding
Nodding while listening to people shows that you are listening carefully. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} If you nod too much, it may make people feel uncomfortable as they may think you are just trying to agree with everything.
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You also need to be patient while people are speaking. It is rude to speak while others are still talking. Even if you want the speaker to explain something for you, please wait until they finish their part.
Follow Up
To show your further concern about people, you can go beyond just listening to them. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} It is an act that shows your care and support.
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