Unit 2 Getting along 单元话题阅读理解10篇-2026-2027学年外研版八年级英语上册

**基本信息** 以“合作与交流”为主题，构建基础到重难的梯度化语篇训练，通过多样社会交往场景提升语言理解与思维分析能力。 **专项设计** |模块|题量/典例|题型特征|知识逻辑| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |基础语篇练习|5篇（朋友合作/亲子沟通/“搭子”现象等）|细节理解为主，含词义猜测（如“blaming”）、简单推理|围绕“社会交往”基础场景，从事实信息提取到基本逻辑推断，培养语言能力| |重难语篇练习|3篇（竞争合作/人物心理/沟通技巧）|增加结构分析（段落插入）、深层推理（人物心理）、主旨归纳|深化主题认知，从具体情境到抽象策略，提升思维品质与跨文化理解|

Unit 2 Getting along 单元话题阅读理解练习 内容导航 单元话题 基础语篇练习 重难语篇练习 单元话题聚焦 合作与交流 基础语篇练习 稳扎稳打 必拿分数：聚焦稳拿分数题目，确保基础分值 重难语篇练习 突破瓶颈 争夺高分：聚焦高难度题目，争夺关键分数 基础语篇练习 Elise and Mei Lin were neighbors and classmates. They were good friends and would always spend time together. One day, they joined a school camp together. They took part in a treasure hunt (寻宝) for the first time and decided to win. During the camp, Mrs. Tan, their teacher, held a briefing (简介) for all the teams. Elise and Mei Lin didn’t pay attention. They were busy talking about how to win the hunt. After the briefing, each team was given ten minutes to fix their plans before setting off. Elise and Mei Lin argued about whose plan was better. After ten minutes, they still could not decide and went to look for the treasure without having a plan. As a result, they could not find any treasure. When they realised they were losing, Elise and Mei Lin felt awful and started blaming each other. “You didn’t collect the map!” Mei Lin shouted. “You didn’t listen carefully during the briefing,” Elise argued. Mrs. Tan saw them arguing and advised, “Good friends should be working together instead of just arguing.” After hearing that, they both felt sorry for what they did and began working together as a team. Even though they did not win the treasure hunt, they learned that working together as a team was more important than winning. For the rest of the camp, they worked together and enjoyed each other’s company. Mrs. Tan was pleased that the girls had learned a valuable lesson. 1．What did Elise and Mei Lin do when their teacher held a briefing? A．They were busy collecting the map they needed. B．They talked about how to win the hunt. C．They argued about whose plan was better. D．They talked about how and when to set off. 2．What does the underlined word “blaming” mean in Paragraph 3? A．表扬 B．责怪 C．原谅 D．评价 3．How did Elise and Mei Lin feel when they heard Mrs. Tan’s words? A．Relaxed. B．Angry. C．Excited. D．Sorry. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述Elise和Mei Lin参加校园寻宝活动，因争执、缺少计划导致寻宝失败并互相指责，在老师劝导下懂得团队协作比取胜更重要的故事。 1．第二段交代老师召开简介会时的情景：“Elise and Mei Lin didn’t pay attention. They were busy talking about how to win the hunt.”，由此可知二人当时在讨论如何赢得寻宝活动。 2．第三段“‘You didn’t collect the map!’ Mei Lin shouted. ‘You didn’t listen carefully during the briefing,’ Elise argued.”可知，两人互相争吵、推卸责任，结合对话语境能够推断“blaming”意为“责怪”。 3．第四段写到：“After hearing that, they both felt sorry for what they did”，说明听完谭老师的话后，她们感到愧疚。 Some people think only young students have trouble getting on with their parents. However, it is not true. Communication is a problem for children of all ages. If it’s hard for you to communicate with your parents, don’t worry about it. Here are some suggestions about getting on well with parents. Don’t argue with your parents, Don’t talk with your parents when you are angry. Your parents probably won’t think over your ideas if you are shouting at them. And you can’t express (表达) yourself well if you are angry. Go for a walk to cool off and think about what you want to say to your parents. Try to reach an agreement. Perhaps you and your parents disagree on something. You can keep your disagreement, but try your best to understand them. Sometimes your parents might not accept your reasons for something. In these situations, it is important to show love and respect to them. Showing respect will keep your relationship strong. Talk about your values. The values of your parents are probably different from yours. Tell your parents what you care about, and why. Understanding your values might help them understand you better. A good relationship with your parents can make you a better and happier person. 11．Who might have trouble getting on with their parents according to the passage? A．Only school children B．Only young children C．Children of all ages D．Only teenagers 12．What does the underlined word “suggestions” in this passage mean? A．advice B．signs C．messages D．trouble 13．How many pieces of advice are mentioned in the passage? A．Two B．Three C．Four D．Five 14．What is the passage mainly about? A．how to show love and respect to parents B．when to talk about values with parents C．how to build up a good relationship with parents D．how to get on with other students 【答案】11．C 12．A 13．B 14．C 【导语】本文指出和父母相处有矛盾是各年龄段孩子普遍存在的问题，并分三点给出与父母友好相处的建议。 【详解】11．根据第一段“Communication is a problem for children of all ages.”可知，各个年龄段的孩子都可能和父母相处出现矛盾。 12．根据第一段“Here are some suggestions about getting on well with parents.”可知，suggestions表示“建议”，和advice词义一致。 13．文章第二、三、四段分别给出一条相处建议，一共三条建议。 14．全文围绕如何和父母建立良好关系展开，依次介绍三条相处方法。 During the holiday, many people want to find dazi (搭子) or activity partners (搭档) online for travelling. This is a new way of social interaction (社会交往) for young people. The idea behind this activity is clear. It allows people to find someone with common interests, and it doesn’t take them much time. With dazi, people can enjoy activities more. Ge Jinyuan is a student from Shandong. She likes having lunch with her meal dazi. “We love to share ideas on food,” says the girl. “If my meal dazi doesn’t come to school, I will be sad.” “It takes a lot of time to make friends with others, but it doesn’t take much time to have dazi,” says Shi Zhimin, a student from Shanxi. Gao Meng, another student, also has the comparable idea. She doesn’t want to spend too much time making friends, so having dazi is good for her. She feels deeply relaxed when she stays with her dazi. ▲ “Once, I did something wrong when playing a game, but later I solved the problem with my game dazi. By playing the game together, I find I like working with others!” Shi Zhimin says. Dazi is helpful, but finding dazi online can be dangerous. Perhaps some people lie online. For example, a young and beautiful girl on the Internet may be an old man in real life. So be careful when finding dazi. 1．Why do people find dazi? A．They have the same idea about food. B．They want to spend more time with others. C．It can help people make friends from different places. D．It doesn’t take much time to find friends with the same hobbies. 2．What does the underlined word “comparable” mean in Paragraph 4? A．Special. B．Similar. C．Correct. D．Unusual. 3．Which of the following can be put in “ ▲ ” in Paragraph 5? A．Dazi may be helpful to you. B．Dazi may give you presents. C．Dazi may play games better than you. D．Dazi may have different ideas about games. 4．What might happen when finding dazi online? A．Some people may not tell the truth. B．The Internet makes people more beautiful. C．People look younger than they really are. D．People always meet some dangerous things. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Enjoy the Trip More B．Study in a Different Place C．A Good Place to Make Friends D．A New Way to Find Partners 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了年轻人中兴起的一种新的社会交往方式——在网上找搭子或活动伙伴。这种方式能让人们快速找到有共同兴趣的人，享受活动，虽有帮助但网上找搭子也存在危险，提醒人们要小心。 1．细节理解题。根据“It allows people to find someone with common interests, and it doesn’t take them much time.”可知，人们找搭子是因为能快速找到有相同爱好的朋友，且不花太多时间。故选D。 2．词句猜测题。根据“‘It takes a lot of time to make friends with others, but it doesn’t take much time to have dazi,’ says Shi Zhimin, a student from Shanxi. Gao Meng, another student, also has the comparable idea.”可知，山西的学生石志敏说和别人交朋友要花很多时间，但找搭子不用花太多时间，另一个学生高萌也有相似的想法，所以“comparable”意思是“相似的”，与“Similar”意思相近。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据“‘Once, I did something wrong when playing a game, but later I solved the problem with my game dazi. By playing the game together, I find I like working with others!’ Shi Zhimin says.”可知，石志敏说和游戏搭子一起玩游戏解决了问题，还发现自己喜欢和别人合作，这说明搭子对自己是有帮助的，所以选项A“搭子可能对你有帮助。”符合语境。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“Dazi is helpful, but finding dazi online can be dangerous. Perhaps some people lie online.”可知，网上找搭子可能有人会撒谎，即有些人可能不会说实话。故选A。 5．最佳标题题。本文主要介绍了年轻人中兴起的一种新的社会交往方式——在网上找搭子或活动伙伴，所以选项D“A New Way to Find Partners”是最佳标题。故选D。 Nora was a little fox living in Oakwood Forest. She loved collecting small sticks and soft leaves to make little homes for her forest friends. But there was a big problem in the forest: every time a storm came, the thin willow branches (柳枝) holding the birds’ nests (鸟巢) would break. Baby birds would then have no place to live and feel scared. One rainy night, Nora saw a broken nest on the ground. She said, “I hope I can make a strong nest that won’t fall in storms.” The next day, she found a willow branch by the river. She found it flexible and could bend (弯曲) easily. Later, she watched a spider making a web between two trees. She waved gently at the busy spider and thanked him quietly. She was very happy because she realized that silk would be her secret tool. Because the silk wouldn’t break in the wind. Nora got a great idea. She used the bendy branches to make round nest bases (底座). Then she used the spider silk to tie the branches together. A curious squirrel watched her from a nearby tree, then jumped over to offer a handful of dry grass. Then they put soft grass inside to keep baby birds warm and dry. What a strong and comfortable nest! When the next storm came, the new nests bent gently in the wind but never fell. Baby birds stayed safe and happy inside. All the forest animals thanked Nora for her clever invention. She smiled and felt proud that she could help her friends with things from nature. 1．Why did Nora want to invent a new nest for birds? A．To find bendy willow branches and spider silk easily. B．To play with small sticks and leaves for fun. C．To help baby birds have a strong nest in storms. D．To make the nest more beautiful for her friends. 2．In which sentence does the word “flexible” have the same meaning as in paragraph 2? A．This kind of rubber is flexible, so it can be turned into many shapes easily. B．My mom has a flexible schedule, so she can pick me up after school sometimes. C．The teacher is flexible with the time to hand in our homework when we have big exams. D．This flexible cloth is very popular because the style can change quickly with trends. 3．Which is the correct order of the story? ① Nora watched a spider making a web that could stretch with the wind. ② Nora found willow branches could bend easily but not break. ③ Storms often broke weak bird nests in the forest. ④ Nora made new strong nests with willow branches and spider silk. ⑤The new nests kept baby birds safe in the next storm. A．②③①④⑤ B．③①②④⑤ C．②①③④⑤ D．③②①④⑤ 4．What’s the best title for the passage? A．A good way to make a strong bird’s nest B．Dangerous Storms in Oakwood Forest C．Baby birds and their broken nests D．A fox’s clever gifts to birds 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了小狐狸Nora通过观察自然，利用柳枝和蜘蛛丝为森林中的小鸟制作坚固鸟巢的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据“But there was a big problem in the forest: every time a storm came, the thin willow branches holding the birds’ nests would break. Baby birds would then have no place to live and feel scared.”可知，Nora发明新鸟巢的目的是帮助小鸟在暴风雨中拥有坚固的巢穴。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据“She found it flexible and could bend easily.”可知，她发现它很灵活，可以轻松弯曲，“flexible”在此处指“可弯曲的、柔韧的”，A项符合。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“But there was a big problem in the forest: every time a storm came, the thin willow branches (柳枝) holding the birds’ nests (鸟巢) would break.”、“The next day, she found a willow branch by the river. She found it flexible and could bend (弯曲) easily.”、“Later, she watched a spider making a web between two trees.”、“She used the bendy branches to make round nest bases (底座)…What a strong and comfortable nest!”以及“When the next storm came, the new nests bent gently in the wind but never fell. Baby birds stayed safe and happy inside.”可知，正确顺序是：暴风雨常破坏鸟巢→Nora发现柳枝易弯曲→观察蜘蛛网→制作新巢→新巢保护小鸟。故选D。 4．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，全文围绕Nora如何用柳枝和蜘蛛丝制作坚固鸟巢展开。故选A。 ①During the National Day holiday, many people want to find dazi or activity partners (伙伴) on some apps for travelling. The activity of finding dazi is a new way of social contact (社会交往) for young people. ②The idea of this activity is easy. It helps people to find someone who has the same interest as them and it doesn’t take much time. With one or some dazi, people have more fun in the activities they are interested in. ③Ge Jinyuan is a high school student from Shandong. She likes talking with her meal dazi when she is having lunch. “We love to share our ideas on the food,” said the girl. “If my meal dazi doesn’t come to school one day, I will be unhappy.” ④“It takes a lot of time to make friends with others. But it doesn’t need much time to have a dazi,” said Shi Zhimin, a student from Shanxi. Ge also has the same idea. She doesn’t want to spend too much time making friends, so having a dazi is good for her. She can feel relaxed and then has more time to study. ⑤Having dazi is usually helpful but it can be dangerous sometimes. People may lie on the internet. For example, a young and beautiful girl on the internet may be an old, short and heavy man in real life. So think twice when looking for dazi. 1．What can we know from Paragraph 2? A．How people find dazi. B．When people find dazi. C．Where people find dazi. D．Why people find dazi. 2．What will Ge Jinyuan feel if her meal dazi doesn’t come to school? A．Unhappy. B．Bored. C．Relaxed. D．Surprised. 3．What do Ge Jinyuan and Shi Zhimin have in common? A．They have no friends. B．They like having a dazi. C．They are from the same place. D．They don’t do well in their study. 4．Which of the following shows the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了在国庆假期期间，许多年轻人通过应用程序寻找搭子或活动伙伴这一新型社会交往方式，说明了这种方式的便利性、受欢迎原因以及潜在的风险。 1．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“The idea of this activity is easy. It helps people to find someone who has the same interest as them and it doesn’t take much time.”可知，找搭子这种活动的想法很简单，它帮助人们找到与自己有相同兴趣的人，而且不需要花太多时间。由此可推断，本段主要介绍了人们找搭子的原因。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“‘If my meal dazi doesn’t come to school one day, I will be unhappy.’”可知，如果她的饭搭子有一天不来学校，她会不高兴。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Ge Jinyuan is a high school student from Shandong. She likes talking with her meal dazi when she is having lunch.”以及第四段“‘It takes a lot of time to make friends with others. But it doesn’t need much time to have a dazi,’ said ShiZhimin, a student from Shanxi. Ge also has the same idea.”可知，Ge Jinyuan和Shi Zhimin都喜欢有搭子。故选B。 4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，本篇文章结构为：①段：总起（介绍 “找搭子” 这一现象）②段+③④段：分述 “找搭子” 的原因、好处（②段讲原因，③④段用例子说明好处）⑤段：分述 “找搭子” 的风险。故选C。 In small villages, people often say hello to their neighbors in stores, on the streets, or outside their homes. But in cities, many people don’t greet their neighbors, even when they are standing in line at a supermarket. A study shows that greeting neighbors, especially up to six people a day, is really good for you. The study found that greeting others can make you happy. The magic number is six. When you greet up to six people, your happiness score (幸福指数) goes up. After that, the score shows no further rise (进一步增长). More than 4,000 people took part in the research. It tested (测试) people’s social happiness, physical happiness, community happiness and more. People who greeted six neighbors had a high happiness score. But those who didn’t greet anyone had a low (低的) happiness score. You may think that saying hello is only about social happiness, but that’s not true. Regular (经常的) greetings also improve your physical and community happiness. ▲ If you feel your community is safe, it’s more possible for you to talk to people. Walking around your community can make you feel better physically. Dan Witters, the leader of the study, said, “We don’t mean that you should know the person well. Just stop and talk to them. The more people you greet, the more chances you have to start a conversation.” Remember, saying hello often is a good way to improve your own happiness. 1．How does the writer start the topic? A．By telling a story. B．By showing study results. C．By asking a question. D．By introducing different acts. 2．Which of the following shows the change in happiness score after people greet neighbors? A．B． C． D． 3．Which sentence can we put in ▲ in Paragraph 3? A．That’s because all of these are connected (有关联的). B．It’s best to greet your neighbors in the morning. C．Different neighbors can greet you in different ways. D．The reason is that they have nothing to do with each other. 4．What can we learn from Dan Witters’ words? A．The more people you know, the happier you are. B．Saying hello may help people start a conversation. C．Nothing improves happiness more than conversations. D．Knowing people is very important before greeting them. 5．What is the main idea of the text? A．The differences between village life and city life. B．The importance of knowing neighbors well in cities. C．The good points of greeting neighbors in our daily life. D．The useful way to help people get to know neighbors. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了问候邻居对提升幸福感的积极影响，研究表明每天问候最多六个人能显著提高幸福指数，并分析了问候行为对社会、身体和社区幸福感的综合益处。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“In small villages, people often say hello to their neighbors… But in cities, many people don’t greet their neighbors”可知，作者通过对比乡村和城市中人们问候邻居的不同行为引入话题。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“When you greet up to six people, your happiness score goes up. After that, the score shows no further rise.”可知，幸福指数在问候六人后达到峰值，图表应呈现先上升后平稳的趋势，选项B图符合题意。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据上文“Regular greetings also improve your physical and community happiness.”及下文“If you feel your community is safe, it’s more possible for you to talk to people. Walking around your community can make you feel better physically.”可知，上文提到“日常问候能提升社交、身体、社区幸福感”，下文解释社区安全感与交流、社区散步与身体状态的关系；选项A“因为这些 (幸福感) 都是有关联的。”能衔接前后逻辑。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据第四段Dan Witters所说“The more people you greet, the more chances you have to start a conversation.”可知，问候行为能增加开启对话的机会。故选B。 5．主旨大意题。全文围绕问候邻居对提升幸福感的益处展开，包括社会、身体和社区层面。故选C。 During the holiday, many people want to find dazi (搭子) or activity partners online for travelling. This is a new way of social communication for young people. The idea behind this activity is clear. It allows people to find someone with common interests and it doesn’t take them much time. With dazi, people can enjoy activities more. Ge Jinyuan is a student from Shandong. She likes having lunch with her meal dazi. “We love to share ideas on food,” says the girl. “If my meal dazi doesn’t come to school, I will be sad.” “It takes a lot of time to make friends with others, but it doesn’t take much time to have dazi,” says Shi Zhimin, a student from Shanxi. Gao Meng, another student, also has the comparable idea. She doesn’t want to spend too much time making friends, so having dazi is good for her. She feels deeply relaxed when she stays with her dazi. ______ “Once, I did something wrong when playing a game, but later I solved the problem with my game dazi. By playing the game together, I find I like working with others!” Shi Zhimin says. Dazi is helpful but finding dazi online can be dangerous. Perhaps some people lie online. For example, a young and beautiful girl on the internet may be an old man in real life. So be careful when finding dazi. 1．Why do people find dazi? A．They have the same idea about food. B．They want to spend more time with others. C．They can make friends from different places. D．They can find friends with the same hobbies quickly. 2．What does the underlined word “comparable” mean in Paragraph 4? A．Amazing. B．Similar. C．Correct. D．Modern. 3．Which of the following can be put in “______” in Paragraph 5? A．Dazi may be helpful to you. B．Dazi may give you presents. C．Dazi may play games better than you. D．Dazi may have different ideas about games. 4．What might happen when finding dazi online? A．Some people may not tell the truth. B．The internet makes people more beautiful. C．People look younger than they really are． D．People always meet some dangerous things. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Enjoy the Trip More B．Study in a Fun Way C．A Good Place to Make Friends D．A New Way to Find Partners 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了年轻人通过寻找“搭子”（活动伙伴）进行社交的新方式，以及这种方式的优缺点。 1．细节理解题。根据“The idea behind this activity is clear. It allows people to find someone with common interests…”可知，找“搭子”的目的是快速找到有共同兴趣的人。选项D。 2．词句猜测题。根据“It takes a lot of time to make friends with others, but it doesn’t take much time to have dazi,”以及“She doesn’t want to spend too much time making friends, so having dazi is good for her.”可知，两者的想法相似，划线部分的含义是“相似的”。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据“Once, I did something wrong when playing a game, but later I solved the problem with my game dazi. By playing the game together, I find I like working with others!”可知，此处指搭子的帮助，A项符合。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“Perhaps some people lie online. For example, a young and beautiful girl on the internet may be an old man in real life.”可知，网上找“搭子”可能存在欺骗行为，A项符合。故选A。 5．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，全文围绕年轻人通过“搭子”这种新方式寻找活动伙伴展开，D项符合。故选D。 In a small town, two bakeries, one owned by Mrs. Lee and the other by Mr. Brown, were famous for their bread. They were also fierce competitors. One year, the price of flour went up very high. Both bakeries were in trouble. Mrs. Lee’s son suggested she should lower the quality of her bread to save money, but she refused. “We must stick to our standards,” she said. Meanwhile, Mr. Brown was also struggling. He thought about closing his bakery. One evening, Mrs. Lee had an idea. The next day, she went to Mr. Brown and proposed, “Why don’t we buy flour together in large amounts? We can get a better price, and both of our bakeries can survive.” Mr. Brown was surprised. He had seen Mrs. Lee as an enemy. But her idea was smart, and her kindness touched him. They agreed to cooperate. Not only did they save their businesses, but they also started to share recipes and ideas. Their town finally had the best bread ever. The competition between them didn’t disappear, but it became friendly and pushed them to improve. They learned that sometimes, kindness and cooperation can lead to better results for everyone than trying to fight alone. 1．What was the relationship between Mrs. Lee and Mr. Brown at the beginning? A．Good friends. B．Business partners. C．Relatives. D．Competitors. 2．What was the main problem for both bakeries? A．They had no customers. B．The price of flour increased. C．Their bread was not good. D．They needed new recipes. 3．What did Mrs. Lee refuse to do? A．Lower the quality of her bread. B．Talk to Mr. Brown. C．Close her bakery. D．Raise the price of bread. 4．The word “proposed” in Paragraph 2 most probably means “________”. A．demanded B．remembered C．doubted D．suggested 5．What is the main message of the story? A．Competition is always bad.B．Kindness and cooperation can create win-win situations. C．It’s impossible for competitors to work together. D．The price of flour is very important. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了两位面包店老板从激烈竞争到携手合作，最终实现双赢的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段 “They were also fierce competitors.” 可知，李太太和布朗先生一开始是竞争对手，故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第一段 “One year, the price of flour went up very high. Both bakeries were in trouble.” 可知，两家面包店面临的主要问题是面粉价格上涨，故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第一段 “Mrs. Lee’s son suggested she should lower the quality of her bread to save money, but she refused.” 可知，李太太拒绝降低面包质量，故选A。 4．词句猜测题。根据第二段李太太对布朗先生说的话 “Why don’t we buy flour together in large amounts?” 可知，这是她提出的建议，“proposed” 意为 “提议、建议”。只有选项D“建议”符合题意，故选D。 5．主旨大意题。根据最后一段 “They learned that sometimes, kindness and cooperation can lead to better results for everyone than trying to fight alone.” 可知，故事的核心主旨是善良与合作能创造双赢局面，故选B。 重难语篇练习 Miss Martha Meacham kept the little bakery on the corner. At forty, she had two false teeth and a sympathetic (同情的) heart. She had two thousand dollars in the bank. Many people, who were not as good as Miss Martha, had married. A customer came in two or three times a week, and soon Miss Martha began to take an interest in him. He was a quiet, middle-aged man, wearing glasses and a brown beard. ① His clothes were always old and patched. But he looked tidy and had very good manners. He always bought two loaves of stale bread. Fresh bread was five cents a loaf, while stale loaves were two for five. ② Once, while serving him,Miss Martha saw a red and brown mark (污点) on the customer’s fingers. ③ She was sure then that he was an artist and very poor. No doubt he lived in an attic (阁楼), where he painted pictures, ate stale bread and thought of the good things to eat in Miss Martha’s bakery. ④ Miss Martha’s heart was a sympathetic one. To check if she was right about his job, she took a painting from her room and put it behind the bread counter (柜台). No artist could fail to notice it. Two days later, the customer came in. “Two loaves of stalebread, if you please.” “You have here a fine picture, madam,” he said while she was packing the bread. “Yes?” said Miss Martha, pleased with her cleverness. “Do you think it is a good picture?” “The palace,” said the customer, “is not in good drawing. The perspective (透视画法) of it is not true. Goodbye, madam. ” He took his bread, bowed and hurried out. Yes, he must be an artist. How gently and kindly his eyes shone behind his glasses! To be able to judge perspective at a quick look and to live on stale bread. But talented people often have to go through difficulties before they succeed. What a thing it would be for art and perspective if genius were supported by two thousand dollars in the bank, a bakery and a sympathetic heart. But these were daydreams. Now, when he came, he would often chat for a while with Miss Martha. He kept on buying stale bread, never a cake, never a pie. She thought he began to look thinner and lost heart. She wanted to offer something good to him, but she was afraid of hurting him. She knew the pride (骄傲) of artists. (To be continued） 1．We can put the sentence “Never did he call for anything but stale bread.” in ________ A．① B．② C．③ D．④ 2．Why did Miss Martha put the painting behind the bread counter? A．To test if the customer was an artist. B．To sell the painting to help the poor artist. C．To show her personal art collection and taste. D．To decorate the shop and attract more customers. 3．How does the writer mainly develop the story? A．By describing the setting in great detail. B．By showing scenes between two locations. C．By using long dialogues between characters. D．By exploring Miss Martha’s thoughts and feelings. 4．What might happen later according to the last paragraph of the story? A．Miss Martha would offer the man stale bread for free. B．Miss Martha would lend some of her money to the man. C．Miss Martha would secretly add something to the stale bread. D．Miss Martha would give him fresh bread instead of stale one. 5．From the passage, we can learn Miss Martha was ________ A．rich but cold-hearted B．kind and warm-hearted C．clever and proud D．strict with customers 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文讲述了面包店店主玛莎小姐，因同情一位只买陈面包的顾客，通过一幅画验证其艺术家身份，最终在善意与顾虑中纠结的故事。 1．根据第3段“He always bought two loaves of stale bread. Fresh bread was five cents a loaf, while stale loaves were two for five.”可知，这句话补充说明“他只买陈面包，从不买其他食物”，放在描述他买面包习惯的②处逻辑最通顺。 2．根据第5段“To check if she was right about his job, she took a painting from her room and put it behind the bread counter. No artist could fail to notice it.”可知，玛莎小姐放画是为了验证自己的猜测——对方是不是艺术家。 3．根据文中多处心理描写（如第4段“She was sure then that he was an artist and very poor.”、第9段“Yes, he must be an artist. How gently and kindly his eyes shone behind his glasses!”、第10段“What a thing it would be for art and perspective if genius were supported by two thousand dollars in the bank, a bakery and a sympathetic heart...”）可知，文章通过描写玛莎小姐的内心想法和情感变化推动情节发展。 4．根据最后一段“She wanted to offer something good to him, but she was afraid of hurting him. She knew the pride of artists.”可知，玛莎小姐想帮助对方但怕伤他自尊，因此最可能偷偷在陈面包里加些别的东西。 5．根据第1段“At forty, she had two false teeth and a sympathetic heart.”及全文情节可知，玛莎小姐富有同情心、善良热心。 Communication is the key to building strong relationships with others. Let’s Communicate!—this is a reminder that we should keep the lines of communication open, whether it’s with family, friends, classmates, or even strangers. Effective communication can solve problems, reduce misunderstandings, and bring people closer together. Here are some ways to improve your communication skills. First, listen actively. Listening is more than just hearing what someone says—it’s about understanding their feelings and intentions. When someone is talking to you, make eye contact, nod your head to show you’re paying attention, and ask questions to clarify what they mean. Avoid interrupting or thinking about your response while they’re speaking. Active listening makes the other person feel valued and respected, which is essential for good communication. Second, express yourself clearly and honestly. Use simple and direct language to say what you think and feel. Don’t be afraid to share your opinions, but be respectful of others’ feelings. For example, if a friend cancels plans at the last minute, instead of saying “You’re always cancelling plans!”, say “I was looking forward to our time together, and I’m disappointed that we have to cancel”. This way, you express your feelings without blaming the other person, which reduces the chance of an argument. Third, use nonverbal communication effectively. Nonverbal cues like facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice can convey more meaning than words. For example, smiling and standing with an open posture (uncrossed arms) show that you’re friendly and approachable, while frowning or crossing your arms can make you seem angry or closed off. Pay attention to your own nonverbal cues and learn to read others’ as well—this will help you understand the true message behind what they’re saying. Fourth, be empathetic. Empathy means putting yourself in someone else’s shoes and understanding how they feel. When someone is going through a hard time, instead of saying “It’s not a big deal”, say “That sounds really tough. I’m here for you”. Empathy builds trust and makes people more willing to communicate openly with you. It also helps you resolve conflicts because you can see the situation from the other person’s perspective. Fifth, practice communication in different situations. Communication skills are like muscles—they get stronger with practice. Talk to new people, join group discussions, or give a presentation in class. Each time you communicate, you’ll learn something new and become more confident. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes—everyone does! The more you practice, the better you’ll become. In a world where we often communicate through screens, it’s more important than ever to master the art of face-to-face communication. By listening actively, expressing yourself clearly, using nonverbal cues, being empathetic, and practicing often, you can become a better communicator and build stronger, more meaningful relationships with the people around you. 1．What is active listening? A．Hearing what someone says and thinking about your response B．Understanding someone’s feelings and intentions while listening C．Interrupting someone to ask questions D．Nodding your head without paying attention 2．How should you express yourself to avoid arguments? A．Use simple and direct language without blaming others B．Share your opinions loudly and confidently C．Blame others for their mistakes directly D．Keep your feelings to yourself 3．What do nonverbal cues include? A．Eye contact and written words B．Facial expressions and body language C．Questions and responses D．Opinions and feelings 4．What does the underlined word “empathy” mean? A．Making others trust you B．Resolving conflicts quickly C．Putting yourself in someone else’s shoes D．Practicing communication in different situations 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to use nonverbal communication in daily life B．The importance of active listening in relationships C．Ways to improve your communication skills D．How to build strong relationships with family and friends 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了五种提升沟通技巧的方法，包括积极倾听、清晰表达、非语言沟通、同理心以及多加练习。 1．根据文章第二段“Listening is more than just hearing what someone says—it’s about understanding their feelings and intentions.”可知，积极倾听不仅仅是听，更是理解对方的感受和意图。 2．根据文章第三段“Use simple and direct language to say what you think and feel.”和“express your feelings without blaming…of an argument.”可知，使用简单直接的语言且不指责对方可以减少争吵。 3．根据文章第四段“Nonverbal cues like facial expressions,…more meaning than words.”可知，非语言线索包括面部表情、肢体语言和语调。 4．根据文章第五段“Empathy means putting yourself in someone else’s shoes and understanding how they feel.”可知，“empathy”的意思是设身处地为他人着想。 5．根据文章第一段“Here are some ways to improve your communication skills.”以及全文列举的五点建议可知，本文主要讲的是提升沟通技巧的方法。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 2 Getting along 单元话题阅读理解练习 内容导航 单元话题 基础语篇练习 重难语篇练习 单元话题聚焦 合作与交流 基础语篇练习 稳扎稳打 必拿分数：聚焦稳拿分数题目，确保基础分值 重难语篇练习 突破瓶颈 争夺高分：聚焦高难度题目，争夺关键分数 基础语篇练习 Elise and Mei Lin were neighbors and classmates. They were good friends and would always spend time together. One day, they joined a school camp together. They took part in a treasure hunt (寻宝) for the first time and decided to win. During the camp, Mrs. Tan, their teacher, held a briefing (简介) for all the teams. Elise and Mei Lin didn’t pay attention. They were busy talking about how to win the hunt. After the briefing, each team was given ten minutes to fix their plans before setting off. Elise and Mei Lin argued about whose plan was better. After ten minutes, they still could not decide and went to look for the treasure without having a plan. As a result, they could not find any treasure. When they realised they were losing, Elise and Mei Lin felt awful and started blaming each other. “You didn’t collect the map!” Mei Lin shouted. “You didn’t listen carefully during the briefing,” Elise argued. Mrs. Tan saw them arguing and advised, “Good friends should be working together instead of just arguing.” After hearing that, they both felt sorry for what they did and began working together as a team. Even though they did not win the treasure hunt, they learned that working together as a team was more important than winning. For the rest of the camp, they worked together and enjoyed each other’s company. Mrs. Tan was pleased that the girls had learned a valuable lesson. 1．What did Elise and Mei Lin do when their teacher held a briefing? A．They were busy collecting the map they needed. B．They talked about how to win the hunt. C．They argued about whose plan was better. D．They talked about how and when to set off. 2．What does the underlined word “blaming” mean in Paragraph 3? A．表扬 B．责怪 C．原谅 D．评价 3．How did Elise and Mei Lin feel when they heard Mrs. Tan’s words? A．Relaxed. B．Angry. C．Excited. D．Sorry. Some people think only young students have trouble getting on with their parents. However, it is not true. Communication is a problem for children of all ages. If it’s hard for you to communicate with your parents, don’t worry about it. Here are some suggestions about getting on well with parents. Don’t argue with your parents, Don’t talk with your parents when you are angry. Your parents probably won’t think over your ideas if you are shouting at them. And you can’t express (表达) yourself well if you are angry. Go for a walk to cool off and think about what you want to say to your parents. Try to reach an agreement. Perhaps you and your parents disagree on something. You can keep your disagreement, but try your best to understand them. Sometimes your parents might not accept your reasons for something. In these situations, it is important to show love and respect to them. Showing respect will keep your relationship strong. Talk about your values. The values of your parents are probably different from yours. Tell your parents what you care about, and why. Understanding your values might help them understand you better. A good relationship with your parents can make you a better and happier person. 11．Who might have trouble getting on with their parents according to the passage? A．Only school children B．Only young children C．Children of all ages D．Only teenagers 12．What does the underlined word “suggestions” in this passage mean? A．advice B．signs C．messages D．trouble 13．How many pieces of advice are mentioned in the passage? A．Two B．Three C．Four D．Five 14．What is the passage mainly about? A．how to show love and respect to parents B．when to talk about values with parents C．how to build up a good relationship with parents D．how to get on with other students During the holiday, many people want to find dazi (搭子) or activity partners (搭档) online for travelling. This is a new way of social interaction (社会交往) for young people. The idea behind this activity is clear. It allows people to find someone with common interests, and it doesn’t take them much time. With dazi, people can enjoy activities more. Ge Jinyuan is a student from Shandong. She likes having lunch with her meal dazi. “We love to share ideas on food,” says the girl. “If my meal dazi doesn’t come to school, I will be sad.” “It takes a lot of time to make friends with others, but it doesn’t take much time to have dazi,” says Shi Zhimin, a student from Shanxi. Gao Meng, another student, also has the comparable idea. She doesn’t want to spend too much time making friends, so having dazi is good for her. She feels deeply relaxed when she stays with her dazi. ▲ “Once, I did something wrong when playing a game, but later I solved the problem with my game dazi. By playing the game together, I find I like working with others!” Shi Zhimin says. Dazi is helpful, but finding dazi online can be dangerous. Perhaps some people lie online. For example, a young and beautiful girl on the Internet may be an old man in real life. So be careful when finding dazi. 1．Why do people find dazi? A．They have the same idea about food. B．They want to spend more time with others. C．It can help people make friends from different places. D．It doesn’t take much time to find friends with the same hobbies. 2．What does the underlined word “comparable” mean in Paragraph 4? A．Special. B．Similar. C．Correct. D．Unusual. 3．Which of the following can be put in “ ▲ ” in Paragraph 5? A．Dazi may be helpful to you. B．Dazi may give you presents. C．Dazi may play games better than you. D．Dazi may have different ideas about games. 4．What might happen when finding dazi online? A．Some people may not tell the truth. B．The Internet makes people more beautiful. C．People look younger than they really are. D．People always meet some dangerous things. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Enjoy the Trip More B．Study in a Different Place C．A Good Place to Make Friends D．A New Way to Find Partners Nora was a little fox living in Oakwood Forest. She loved collecting small sticks and soft leaves to make little homes for her forest friends. But there was a big problem in the forest: every time a storm came, the thin willow branches (柳枝) holding the birds’ nests (鸟巢) would break. Baby birds would then have no place to live and feel scared. One rainy night, Nora saw a broken nest on the ground. She said, “I hope I can make a strong nest that won’t fall in storms.” The next day, she found a willow branch by the river. She found it flexible and could bend (弯曲) easily. Later, she watched a spider making a web between two trees. She waved gently at the busy spider and thanked him quietly. She was very happy because she realized that silk would be her secret tool. Because the silk wouldn’t break in the wind. Nora got a great idea. She used the bendy branches to make round nest bases (底座). Then she used the spider silk to tie the branches together. A curious squirrel watched her from a nearby tree, then jumped over to offer a handful of dry grass. Then they put soft grass inside to keep baby birds warm and dry. What a strong and comfortable nest! When the next storm came, the new nests bent gently in the wind but never fell. Baby birds stayed safe and happy inside. All the forest animals thanked Nora for her clever invention. She smiled and felt proud that she could help her friends with things from nature. 1．Why did Nora want to invent a new nest for birds? A．To find bendy willow branches and spider silk easily. B．To play with small sticks and leaves for fun. C．To help baby birds have a strong nest in storms. D．To make the nest more beautiful for her friends. 2．In which sentence does the word “flexible” have the same meaning as in paragraph 2? A．This kind of rubber is flexible, so it can be turned into many shapes easily. B．My mom has a flexible schedule, so she can pick me up after school sometimes. C．The teacher is flexible with the time to hand in our homework when we have big exams. D．This flexible cloth is very popular because the style can change quickly with trends. 3．Which is the correct order of the story? ① Nora watched a spider making a web that could stretch with the wind. ② Nora found willow branches could bend easily but not break. ③ Storms often broke weak bird nests in the forest. ④ Nora made new strong nests with willow branches and spider silk. ⑤The new nests kept baby birds safe in the next storm. A．②③①④⑤ B．③①②④⑤ C．②①③④⑤ D．③②①④⑤ 4．What’s the best title for the passage? A．A good way to make a strong bird’s nest B．Dangerous Storms in Oakwood Forest C．Baby birds and their broken nests D．A fox’s clever gifts to birds ①During the National Day holiday, many people want to find dazi or activity partners (伙伴) on some apps for travelling. The activity of finding dazi is a new way of social contact (社会交往) for young people. ②The idea of this activity is easy. It helps people to find someone who has the same interest as them and it doesn’t take much time. With one or some dazi, people have more fun in the activities they are interested in. ③Ge Jinyuan is a high school student from Shandong. She likes talking with her meal dazi when she is having lunch. “We love to share our ideas on the food,” said the girl. “If my meal dazi doesn’t come to school one day, I will be unhappy.” ④“It takes a lot of time to make friends with others. But it doesn’t need much time to have a dazi,” said Shi Zhimin, a student from Shanxi. Ge also has the same idea. She doesn’t want to spend too much time making friends, so having a dazi is good for her. She can feel relaxed and then has more time to study. ⑤Having dazi is usually helpful but it can be dangerous sometimes. People may lie on the internet. For example, a young and beautiful girl on the internet may be an old, short and heavy man in real life. So think twice when looking for dazi. 1．What can we know from Paragraph 2? A．How people find dazi. B．When people find dazi. C．Where people find dazi. D．Why people find dazi. 2．What will Ge Jinyuan feel if her meal dazi doesn’t come to school? A．Unhappy. B．Bored. C．Relaxed. D．Surprised. 3．What do Ge Jinyuan and Shi Zhimin have in common? A．They have no friends. B．They like having a dazi. C．They are from the same place. D．They don’t do well in their study. 4．Which of the following shows the structure of the passage? A． B． C． D． In small villages, people often say hello to their neighbors in stores, on the streets, or outside their homes. But in cities, many people don’t greet their neighbors, even when they are standing in line at a supermarket. A study shows that greeting neighbors, especially up to six people a day, is really good for you. The study found that greeting others can make you happy. The magic number is six. When you greet up to six people, your happiness score (幸福指数) goes up. After that, the score shows no further rise (进一步增长). More than 4,000 people took part in the research. It tested (测试) people’s social happiness, physical happiness, community happiness and more. People who greeted six neighbors had a high happiness score. But those who didn’t greet anyone had a low (低的) happiness score. You may think that saying hello is only about social happiness, but that’s not true. Regular (经常的) greetings also improve your physical and community happiness. ▲ If you feel your community is safe, it’s more possible for you to talk to people. Walking around your community can make you feel better physically. Dan Witters, the leader of the study, said, “We don’t mean that you should know the person well. Just stop and talk to them. The more people you greet, the more chances you have to start a conversation.” Remember, saying hello often is a good way to improve your own happiness. 1．How does the writer start the topic? A．By telling a story. B．By showing study results. C．By asking a question. D．By introducing different acts. 2．Which of the following shows the change in happiness score after people greet neighbors? A．B． C． D． 3．Which sentence can we put in ▲ in Paragraph 3? A．That’s because all of these are connected (有关联的). B．It’s best to greet your neighbors in the morning. C．Different neighbors can greet you in different ways. D．The reason is that they have nothing to do with each other. 4．What can we learn from Dan Witters’ words? A．The more people you know, the happier you are. B．Saying hello may help people start a conversation. C．Nothing improves happiness more than conversations. D．Knowing people is very important before greeting them. 5．What is the main idea of the text? A．The differences between village life and city life. B．The importance of knowing neighbors well in cities. C．The good points of greeting neighbors in our daily life. D．The useful way to help people get to know neighbors. During the holiday, many people want to find dazi (搭子) or activity partners online for travelling. This is a new way of social communication for young people. The idea behind this activity is clear. It allows people to find someone with common interests and it doesn’t take them much time. With dazi, people can enjoy activities more. Ge Jinyuan is a student from Shandong. She likes having lunch with her meal dazi. “We love to share ideas on food,” says the girl. “If my meal dazi doesn’t come to school, I will be sad.” “It takes a lot of time to make friends with others, but it doesn’t take much time to have dazi,” says Shi Zhimin, a student from Shanxi. Gao Meng, another student, also has the comparable idea. She doesn’t want to spend too much time making friends, so having dazi is good for her. She feels deeply relaxed when she stays with her dazi. ______ “Once, I did something wrong when playing a game, but later I solved the problem with my game dazi. By playing the game together, I find I like working with others!” Shi Zhimin says. Dazi is helpful but finding dazi online can be dangerous. Perhaps some people lie online. For example, a young and beautiful girl on the internet may be an old man in real life. So be careful when finding dazi. 1．Why do people find dazi? A．They have the same idea about food. B．They want to spend more time with others. C．They can make friends from different places. D．They can find friends with the same hobbies quickly. 2．What does the underlined word “comparable” mean in Paragraph 4? A．Amazing. B．Similar. C．Correct. D．Modern. 3．Which of the following can be put in “______” in Paragraph 5? A．Dazi may be helpful to you. B．Dazi may give you presents. C．Dazi may play games better than you. D．Dazi may have different ideas about games. 4．What might happen when finding dazi online? A．Some people may not tell the truth. B．The internet makes people more beautiful. C．People look younger than they really are． D．People always meet some dangerous things. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．Enjoy the Trip More B．Study in a Fun Way C．A Good Place to Make Friends D．A New Way to Find Partners In a small town, two bakeries, one owned by Mrs. Lee and the other by Mr. Brown, were famous for their bread. They were also fierce competitors. One year, the price of flour went up very high. Both bakeries were in trouble. Mrs. Lee’s son suggested she should lower the quality of her bread to save money, but she refused. “We must stick to our standards,” she said. Meanwhile, Mr. Brown was also struggling. He thought about closing his bakery. One evening, Mrs. Lee had an idea. The next day, she went to Mr. Brown and proposed, “Why don’t we buy flour together in large amounts? We can get a better price, and both of our bakeries can survive.” Mr. Brown was surprised. He had seen Mrs. Lee as an enemy. But her idea was smart, and her kindness touched him. They agreed to cooperate. Not only did they save their businesses, but they also started to share recipes and ideas. Their town finally had the best bread ever. The competition between them didn’t disappear, but it became friendly and pushed them to improve. They learned that sometimes, kindness and cooperation can lead to better results for everyone than trying to fight alone. 1．What was the relationship between Mrs. Lee and Mr. Brown at the beginning? A．Good friends. B．Business partners. C．Relatives. D．Competitors. 2．What was the main problem for both bakeries? A．They had no customers. B．The price of flour increased. C．Their bread was not good. D．They needed new recipes. 3．What did Mrs. Lee refuse to do? A．Lower the quality of her bread. B．Talk to Mr. Brown. C．Close her bakery. D．Raise the price of bread. 4．The word “proposed” in Paragraph 2 most probably means “________”. A．demanded B．remembered C．doubted D．suggested 5．What is the main message of the story? A．Competition is always bad.B．Kindness and cooperation can create win-win situations. C．It’s impossible for competitors to work together. D．The price of flour is very important. 重难语篇练习 Miss Martha Meacham kept the little bakery on the corner. At forty, she had two false teeth and a sympathetic (同情的) heart. She had two thousand dollars in the bank. Many people, who were not as good as Miss Martha, had married. A customer came in two or three times a week, and soon Miss Martha began to take an interest in him. He was a quiet, middle-aged man, wearing glasses and a brown beard. ① His clothes were always old and patched. But he looked tidy and had very good manners. He always bought two loaves of stale bread. Fresh bread was five cents a loaf, while stale loaves were two for five. ② Once, while serving him,Miss Martha saw a red and brown mark (污点) on the customer’s fingers. ③ She was sure then that he was an artist and very poor. No doubt he lived in an attic (阁楼), where he painted pictures, ate stale bread and thought of the good things to eat in Miss Martha’s bakery. ④ Miss Martha’s heart was a sympathetic one. To check if she was right about his job, she took a painting from her room and put it behind the bread counter (柜台). No artist could fail to notice it. Two days later, the customer came in. “Two loaves of stalebread, if you please.” “You have here a fine picture, madam,” he said while she was packing the bread. “Yes?” said Miss Martha, pleased with her cleverness. “Do you think it is a good picture?” “The palace,” said the customer, “is not in good drawing. The perspective (透视画法) of it is not true. Goodbye, madam. ” He took his bread, bowed and hurried out. Yes, he must be an artist. How gently and kindly his eyes shone behind his glasses! To be able to judge perspective at a quick look and to live on stale bread. But talented people often have to go through difficulties before they succeed. What a thing it would be for art and perspective if genius were supported by two thousand dollars in the bank, a bakery and a sympathetic heart. But these were daydreams. Now, when he came, he would often chat for a while with Miss Martha. He kept on buying stale bread, never a cake, never a pie. She thought he began to look thinner and lost heart. She wanted to offer something good to him, but she was afraid of hurting him. She knew the pride (骄傲) of artists. (To be continued） 1．We can put the sentence “Never did he call for anything but stale bread.” in ________ A．① B．② C．③ D．④ 2．Why did Miss Martha put the painting behind the bread counter? A．To test if the customer was an artist. B．To sell the painting to help the poor artist. C．To show her personal art collection and taste. D．To decorate the shop and attract more customers. 3．How does the writer mainly develop the story? A．By describing the setting in great detail. B．By showing scenes between two locations. C．By using long dialogues between characters. D．By exploring Miss Martha’s thoughts and feelings. 4．What might happen later according to the last paragraph of the story? A．Miss Martha would offer the man stale bread for free. B．Miss Martha would lend some of her money to the man. C．Miss Martha would secretly add something to the stale bread. D．Miss Martha would give him fresh bread instead of stale one. 5．From the passage, we can learn Miss Martha was ________ A．rich but cold-hearted B．kind and warm-hearted C．clever and proud D．strict with customers Communication is the key to building strong relationships with others. Let’s Communicate!—this is a reminder that we should keep the lines of communication open, whether it’s with family, friends, classmates, or even strangers. Effective communication can solve problems, reduce misunderstandings, and bring people closer together. Here are some ways to improve your communication skills. First, listen actively. Listening is more than just hearing what someone says—it’s about understanding their feelings and intentions. When someone is talking to you, make eye contact, nod your head to show you’re paying attention, and ask questions to clarify what they mean. Avoid interrupting or thinking about your response while they’re speaking. Active listening makes the other person feel valued and respected, which is essential for good communication. Second, express yourself clearly and honestly. Use simple and direct language to say what you think and feel. Don’t be afraid to share your opinions, but be respectful of others’ feelings. For example, if a friend cancels plans at the last minute, instead of saying “You’re always cancelling plans!”, say “I was looking forward to our time together, and I’m disappointed that we have to cancel”. This way, you express your feelings without blaming the other person, which reduces the chance of an argument. Third, use nonverbal communication effectively. Nonverbal cues like facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice can convey more meaning than words. For example, smiling and standing with an open posture (uncrossed arms) show that you’re friendly and approachable, while frowning or crossing your arms can make you seem angry or closed off. Pay attention to your own nonverbal cues and learn to read others’ as well—this will help you understand the true message behind what they’re saying. Fourth, be empathetic. Empathy means putting yourself in someone else’s shoes and understanding how they feel. When someone is going through a hard time, instead of saying “It’s not a big deal”, say “That sounds really tough. I’m here for you”. Empathy builds trust and makes people more willing to communicate openly with you. It also helps you resolve conflicts because you can see the situation from the other person’s perspective. Fifth, practice communication in different situations. Communication skills are like muscles—they get stronger with practice. Talk to new people, join group discussions, or give a presentation in class. Each time you communicate, you’ll learn something new and become more confident. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes—everyone does! The more you practice, the better you’ll become. In a world where we often communicate through screens, it’s more important than ever to master the art of face-to-face communication. By listening actively, expressing yourself clearly, using nonverbal cues, being empathetic, and practicing often, you can become a better communicator and build stronger, more meaningful relationships with the people around you. 1．What is active listening? A．Hearing what someone says and thinking about your response B．Understanding someone’s feelings and intentions while listening C．Interrupting someone to ask questions D．Nodding your head without paying attention 2．How should you express yourself to avoid arguments? A．Use simple and direct language without blaming others B．Share your opinions loudly and confidently C．Blame others for their mistakes directly D．Keep your feelings to yourself 3．What do nonverbal cues include? A．Eye contact and written words B．Facial expressions and body language C．Questions and responses D．Opinions and feelings 4．What does the underlined word “empathy” mean? A．Making others trust you B．Resolving conflicts quickly C．Putting yourself in someone else’s shoes D．Practicing communication in different situations 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to use nonverbal communication in daily life B．The importance of active listening in relationships C．Ways to improve your communication skills D．How to build strong relationships with family and friends 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $