1、课时作业(一)Module 1Section Introduction & Reading.单句语法填空1When she noticed me looking at her, she just looked away _ my direction.2To find the missing boy as soon as possible, they remained to turn to the Internet in addition _ dialing 110.3If parents bring up a child with the aim of turning the child in
2、to a genius, they may do great damage _ him.4“China is impossible _ (overlook)，” say Hill. “Chinese models are the faces of beauty and fashion campaigns _ sell dreams to women all over the world.”5Cities usually have a good reason for being where they are, like a nearby port or river. People settle
3、in these places because they are easy _ (get) to and naturally suited to communications and trade.6Concentrate on your study _ you will make greater progress.7Sherlock is impressed _ the teachers and technology in his new school. In other words, the new school had left a deep _ (impress) on him.8In
4、addition _ their simple beauty, what makes the adobe dwellings admirable is their ability to “air condition” a house without using electric equipment.9Since Jack was laid off three months ago, he has been looking _ a job, but without luck.10_ (catch) the early flight, we ordered a taxi _ advance and
5、 got up very early.11_ (lack) confidence resulted in his failure in the game. Thats to say, a lack _ confidence resulted in his failure in the game.12The most _ (impress) and pleasant memory in my childhood was that all my family members put up a tent when we went hiking.阅读理解AWeve all been there: in
6、 a lift, in line at the bank or on an airplane, surrounded by people who are, like us, deeply focused on their smartphones or, worse, struggling with the uncomfortable silence. Whats the problem? Its possible that we all have compromised conversational intelligence. Its more likely that none of us s
7、tart a conversation because its awkward and challenging, or we think its annoying and unnecessary. But the next time you find yourself among strangers, consider that small talk is worth the trouble. Experts say its an invaluable social practice that results in big benefits. Dismissing small talk as
8、unimportant is easy, but we cant forget that deep relationships wouldnt even exist if it werent for casual conversation. Small talk is the grease (润滑剂) for social communication, says Bernardo Carducci, director of the Shyness Research Institute at Indiana University Southeast. “Almost every great lo
9、ve story and each big business deal begins with small talk，” he explains. “The key to successful small talk is learning how to connect with others, not just communicate with them.” In a 2014 study, Elizabeth Dunn, associate professor of psychology at UBC, invited people on their way into a coffee sh
10、op. One group was asked to seek out an interaction (互动) with its waiter; the other, to speak only when necessary. The results showed that those who chatted with their server reported significantly higher positive feelings and a better coffee shop experience. “Its not that talking to the waiter is be
11、tter than talking to your husband，” says Dunn. “But interactions with peripheral (边缘的) members of our social network matter for our wellbeing also.” Dunn believes that people who reach out to strangers feel a significantly greater sense of belonging, a bond with others. Carducci believes developing
12、such a sense of belonging starts with small talk. “Small talk is the basis of good manners，” he says. 1. What phenomenon is described in the first paragraph? AAddiction to smartphones. BInappropriate behaviours in public places. CAbsence of communication between strangers.DImpatience with slow servi
13、ce.2What is important for successful small talk according to Carducci?AShowing good manners.BRelating to other people.CFocusing on a topic.DMaking business deals.3What does the coffeeshop study suggest about small talk?AIt improves family relationships.BIt raises peoples confidence.CIt matters as mu
14、ch as a formal talk.DIt makes people feel good.4What is the best title for the text?AConversation CountsBWays of Making Small TalkCBenefits of Small TalkDUncomfortable SilenceB Jack threw the papers on my desk. “Next time you want to change anything, ask me first，” he said. I had changed a long sent
15、ence and corrected its grammar something I thought I was paid to do. Several days later, he made me angry again. I went to his office, prepared to lose my job if need be, but not before I let the man know how I felt. “What？” he said nervously. Suddenly I knew what I had to do. “Jack, the way youve b
16、een treating me is wrong. And its wrong for me to allow it to continue，” I said “I want to make you a promise. I will be a friend.” The next day I brought some cakes to Jacks office. Every time I saw Jack in the hall, I smiled at him. After all, thats what friends do. One year after our talk, I was
17、told that I had breast cancer. When I was in hospital, my friends tried to find the right words to say, but no one could. The last day of my hospital stay, the door opened and Jack walked over to my bed. “Tulips (郁金香)，” he placed some bulbs beside me and said, “If you plant them when you get home, y
18、oull be there to see them when they come up.” Tears filled my eyes. In a moment when I prayed for just the right words, a man with few words said the right thing. After all, thats what friends do. Now, I have seen those tulips push through the soil every spring for over ten years.5Why did Jack throw
19、 some papers on the authors desk?AShe gave him the wrong papers.BHe thought her report was very bad.CHe wanted her to check them again.DHe didnt agree with her correction.6What promise did the author make to Jack?AShe would work harder from then on.BShe would treat him like a friend.CShe would bring
20、 him some cakes.DShe would treat him the same way.7The tulip bulbs that Jack gave the author probably suggest _.Alove Bhonor Chope Dthanks8What did the author mean by saying “thats what friends do”？AFriends must help each other to correct mistakes.BFriends should give advice to each other at the rig
21、ht time.CFriends should do anything for each other.DFriends should treat each other with respect and kindness.阅读七选五 For some, small talk is hard to make. Life coach Kate Cashman says small talk can be a great way to meet new people and form lasting connections. Heres how to do it. _1_ Weve all been
22、there. Youre at a cocktail party and you ask a fellow guest how they know the host, or what they do for a living. Instead of asking someone what they do, ask how they got into their line of work. _2_ Rather, ask them to tell you the most interesting part of their day. Lead the conversation Instead o
23、f hoping to stumble across a topic that interests both of you, Lana Hall, principal psychologist at therapy centre Sage & Sound, recommends leading the other person towards areas you would like to discuss such as your hobbies, a recent film you saw, or a book youre dying to read. Actively listen _3_
24、 As a result, put your listening skills to use when chatting, says Cashman. “When you ask a question of someone, be genuinely interested and engaged in hearing their answer.” Hall then suggests you take it a step further by following their lead and adding your own thoughts on the topic, before throw
25、ing another openended question their way. _4_ Its not just about what you say; its also how your body talks. _5_ Giving someone space to talk to you a kind smile or just giving them your full attention can change the quality of the conversation.ABody language.BAsk openended questions.CSimilarly, don
26、t simply ask how their day was.DYou should know body language varies from culture to culture.EThe most important thing is to practice making small talk with close friends.FWe all know the key to being a good conversationalist is being a great listener.GIf your eyes look around the room as you speak,
27、 the person youre talking to will feel uncomfortable.课时作业(一).1from2.to3.to4.to overlookthat5.to get6.and7with/byimpression8.to9.for10.To catchin11.Lackingof12.impressive.A1答案与解析：C推理判断题。文章首段提到在公共场合中，周围都是人的情况下，人们只是专注地盯着自己的手机，或者苦苦挣扎于令人不自在的沉默中，从中可以推断出文章首段描述了陌生人之间缺少交流的现象。故选择C项。2答案与解析：B细节理解题。根据第三段Carducci
28、所说的话“The key to successful small talk is learning how to connect with others, not just communicate with them.”可知，他认为与他人建立良好关系才是成功闲谈的关键。故选择B项。3答案与解析：D细节理解题。根据第四段中的“The results showed that those who chatted with their server reported significantly higher positive feelings.”以及“But interactions with per
29、ipheral members of our social network matter for our wellbeing also.”可知，闲谈会使人感觉良好。故选择D项。4答案与解析：C主旨大意题。文章第二段便提出论点：Experts say its an invaluable social practice that results in big benefits，接下来便通过引用专家的言论以及实验结果来证明闲谈的益处及重要性，所以文章的主旨是“闲谈的益处”。故选择C项。B5答案与解析：D推理判断题。根据文章第一句“Jack threw the papers on my desk. N
30、ext time you want to change anything, ask me first， he said.”可知Jack并不认同作者对文件的修改，认为作者未询问他就修改是对他的不尊重，所以才会对作者发脾气。6答案与解析：B细节理解题。根据第三段第三句“I want to make you a promise. I will be a friend.”可知作者对Jack发誓会像朋友一样对待他。7答案与解析：C推理判断题。根据第四段最后一句“If you plant them when you get home, youll be there to see them when the
31、y come up. Tears filled my eyes.”Jack告诉作者“回家的时候，如果你把它们都种下去，当它们发芽的时候，你就能够看见它们”，这是Jack鼓励作者乐观面对困境所说的话，让作者对生活充满希望。8答案与解析：D推理判断题。根据第三段倒数第二句“The next day I brought some cakes to Jacks office. Every time I saw Jack in the hall, I smiled at him.”可知我把Jack当成我的朋友，每次见面都笑脸相迎，善意对待朋友。所以“thats what friends do”就是指朋友之间应当相互尊重，善良对待。.答案：15BCFAG
