Learners of English, especially self-taught learners may have troubles in understanding speeches by native speakers. The following ways might help improve their listening ability.
First of all, do things step by step. It is not good to listen something beyond your level. Better choose a suitable course and start the first book. Go on to the second book only after you are sure you understand the first one.
Secondly, stick to one course of study. Don’t change books often. Never let your attention be attracted by another course just because it seems to be more “fashionable.”
Thirdly, listen to the English news program over the radio from time to time. Better go through the news stories in the Chinese-language newspaper first. That will make it easy for you to understand the English news on the radio.
Fourthly, if you have time, listen to some interesting stories in some special English programs, such as V.O.A. or other listening materials of the same level as that of your textbook.
1.“ Beyond your level”means something___________________________
A. easy for you
B. too difficult for you
C. not too easy and not difficult for you
D. just all right for you
2.The author advised that once you have taken up a course, you_______________.
A. should stick to it
B. should begin with the last book
C. should take up other courses if they are more fashionable
D. shouldn’t do anything else
3.In this passage, VOA stands for_________________.
A. a book B. a magazine
C. a textbook D. a radio program
What to do if you don't feel popular?
● Try to take part in activities. Call your friends. Plan to do something. The worst feeling is staying home alone, because it makes you feel even more lonely.
● Try to make new friends. Choose friends carefully, not just because you think they're popular. And remember, making good friends takes time. Choosing a popular person to be friends with is okay, if they are nice.
● Be yourself (保持独立). If you want to become friends with someone who's popular, don't make yourself into someone you are not just to impress that person.
● Be nice. Be friendly. Be outgoing (开朗的). But don't overdo it! Talk to trusted friends if you are feeling really bad. Or you might want to write it down in a journal (期刊) or diary.
● Do something special for yourself. You could take pictures of your friends, or collect their school pictures, and take a collage (拼贴画) to hang on your wall. This will remind (提醒) you, when you are feeling unpopular, that you really do have friends.
● Think up your own ideas. These suggestions might not work for everyone.
What to do if you have a problem with your teacher?
● Talk to your parents, or another adult who will listen to you and perhaps can help. Talk to your friends. Maybe they have had problems with the same teacher, too.
● Don't give the teacher a reason to have problems with you. Do your work, complete your task, attend the class seriously and take notes. Maybe you just need to give the teacher a chance (机会).
● Try to find out what the problem is.
● Talk to the teacher if you feel comfortable doing this. Don't be nasty (闹别扭的), but express your concerns (关心). Listen to the teacher, as well.
● Just accept the fact that you're not going to love all your teachers.
1.What do we mean by saying "not feeling popular"?
A. Not liked by our classmates or workmates.
B. Not doing what we want.
C. Not showing any interest in anything.
D. Not so happy.
2. What does the underlined word "overdo" mean'?
A. Do something too much or in an extreme way.
B. Try your best to do something.
C. Do something carefully
D. Work too hard.
3. The writer_____
A. believes that your friend will help you out if you take their pictures.
B. suggests that you discuss the reason of problem with your teacher when you feel uncomfortable.
C. wants you to know that students usually hates teachers.
D. is not too sure if his advice will certainly work on you.
4. What's the best title of this passage?
A. Why We Have Problems at School.
B. Always Be Yourself.
C. How to Handle(控制) Problems at School.
D. Don't Be Afraid of Problems With Others.
He wrote his ______ novel when he was ______.
A. five;fifties B. fifth;fifty
C. fifth;fiftieth D.the fifth;fifty
—I don’t know when ______ tomorrow.—I will call you as soon as he ______.
A. will he come; arrives B. he will come; arrives
C. he will come; will arrive D. he comes; will arrive
—I’m sorry for stepping on your toes.— ______.
A. Bad luck B. You’re welcome
C. It doesn’t matter D. My pleasure
—______ a nice day!— ______.
A. How; So is it B.What; So is it
C. What； So it is D.How;So it is
