When writing about an event in a newspaper, time order is important and it’s usually a form of the inverted pyramid (倒金字塔). But if the most important part of the story occurs later in the series of events, be sure to mention this important fact early in the article, in the first, second or third paragraph. Use word economically. If you can say it in five words instead of ten, then five words is all you need. Never use big words because newspapers are written for a twelve-year-old reading level, in order to offer readers all backgrounds and abilities. Big wording is fine for serious writing, but in newspapers big words only confuse readers. Suppose the reader is reading the newspaper for the first time without knowing about a situation before, it is better to provide some background information. If a newspaper article discusses things that are not considered to be common knowledge, background information must be provided. When in doubt, spell it out for readers. Always look up words that you’re unsure of how to spell. A newspaper article full of spelling mistakes has little popularity. Besides, you should always present both sides of it when discussing about an argument. It’s important that the opposite point of view is represented, or readers may mistakenly believe the primary view that’s being discussed is the only view. When using quotations, be sure to catch the speaker’s or writer’s intention. Do not misrepresent a point of view by using quotations out of context or in a manner that the speaker did not intend. Get your quotations correct. If your quotes are wrong, you’re going to hear about it and this is very damaging to a journalist’s popularity within the community. Use a tape recorder if necessary.

A: Hi, Alice. It’s nice to see you again. I heard that you went to the US during the summer vacation. B: Yes, I went to New York to attend a summer course in English. A: How long did you stay there? B: About 40 days. I went there on July 5th and came back on August 15th. A: Where did you live in New York? B: Oh, I lived with an American family, the Williams. They were very friendly to me. I lived in their house. A: How nice! And how about the course? B: The course was also very good. The teachers were nice. A: Oh, you were lucky indeed. 6. Where did Alice go? 7. How long did Alice stay there? Washington. Los Angeles. New York. New Hampshire.

W: Good morning. M: Good morning. I’d like to buy two tickets for this evening’s performance of Frozen. W: I’m afraid they have already been sold out this evening. Would you like to come on a different evening? We have tickets left for tomorrow. M: Yes, tomorrow will be fine. Oh, can I have a front seat? W: Sorry, we have two seats in the back row. Is that all right? M: Yes. That’s fine. I’ll take them. W: Thank you very much. By the aisle or in the middle? M: By the aisle, please. W: No problem. That’s sixteen dollars. Are you paying by credit card? M: Yes, a visa card. W: What’s the card number and expiry date, please? M: The card number is 7359968732644875. Expiry date is September 2008. W: Thank you very much. You can pick up your tickets at the box office at any time. Remember to bring your credit card. M: Thank you, goodbye. 8. How many tickets would the man like to buy? 9. What seats did the man buy? 10. How did the man pay for the tickets? 1. 2. 3. 4.

What do Japanese children feel from their parents? They feel heavy______from their parents.Japanese students work very hard but many are unhappy. They feel heavy pressures from their parents. Most students are always told by their parents to study harder and better so that they can have a wonderful life in the future. Though this may be a good idea for those very bright students, it can have terrible results for many students who are not gifted enough. Many of them have tried very hard at school but have failed in the exams and have their parents lose hope. Such students feel that they are hated by everyone else they meet and they don’t want to go to school any longer. They become dropouts. It is surprising that though most Japanese parents are worried about their children, they do not help them in any way. Many parents feel that they are not able to help their children and that it is the teachers’ work to help their children. To make matters worse, a lot of parents send their children to those schools opening in the evenings and on weekends—they only help the students to pass the exams and never teach them any real sense of the world. Many Japanese schools usually have rules about everything from the students’ hair to their clothes and things in their school bags. Child psychologists now think that such strict rules are harmful to the feelings of the students. Almost 40% of the students said that no one had taught them how to get on with others, how to tell right from wrong and how to show love and care for others, even for their parents.

His room needs______, so he must have it______. painting: painted painted: painting painting: painting painted: painted

______ a satisfactory operation, the doctor believed the patient would recover from his illness very soon. Having been given Having given Giving Being given

This is the only thing______I bought from the supermarket. which that what where

It______long before we______the result of the experiment. will not be: will know is: will know will not be: know is: know

By the end of next year, another new gymnasium______(complete) in Beijing.

I did nothing but______(go over) my lessons last Sunday.

You must learn some ______ (base) skills before you are able to skate on your own.

When writing about an event in a newspaper, time order is important and it’s usually a form of the inverted pyramid (倒金字塔). But if the most important part of the story occurs later in the series of events, be sure to mention this important fact early in the article, in the first, second or third paragraph. Use word economically. If you can say it in five words instead of ten, then five words is all you need. Never use big words because newspapers are written for a twelve-year-old reading level, in order to offer readers all backgrounds and abilities. Big wording is fine for serious writing, but in newspapers big words only confuse readers. Suppose the reader is reading the newspaper for the first time without knowing about a situation before, it is better to provide some background information. If a newspaper article discusses things that are not considered to be common knowledge, background information must be provided. When in doubt, spell it out for readers. Always look up words that you’re unsure of how to spell. A newspaper article full of spelling mistakes has little popularity. Besides, you should always present both sides of it when discussing about an argument. It’s important that the opposite point of view is represented, or readers may mistakenly believe the primary view that’s being discussed is the only view. When using quotations, be sure to catch the speaker’s or writer’s intention. Do not misrepresent a point of view by using quotations out of context or in a manner that the speaker did not intend. Get your quotations correct. If your quotes are wrong, you’re going to hear about it and this is very damaging to a journalist’s popularity within the community. Use a tape recorder if necessary.

A — Regular customer J — Standard size B — Price list K — Full refund C — Pay in cash L — Change purse D — Special offer M — Price reduction E — Ready-made clothes N — Big shopper F — Bar code reader O — Department store G — Street market P — Shop assistant H — Under guarantee Q — Souvenir shop I — Reasonable price Examples：(B)价格清单 (M)降价

As a rule，we will deliver all our orders within three months after receipt of a relevant letter of credit．作为规定，我们在收到相关信件后的三个月内提交订单。根据规定，收到凭证后的三个月内我们会送出货物。根据规定，收到相关信用证后三个月内交货。

In case it is out of warranlty and you wish for it to be repaired，please come to us for a free cost estimate．如果不在保修范围内，而您想要维修的话，请来找我们进行免费检测。如果超过了保修期，而您需要维修的话，您可以过来，我们免费为您维修检测。即使不在保修期内，若您想要维修，也可以过来进行免费修理。

The device features built-in rechargeable lithium battery. You don’t need to install a battery. To charge the device, just connect the player to computer through USB cable. It may take about 3 hours to fully charge the battery. If you find that there is no sound from the earphones, 1) make sure the volume level is not 0. 2) Check whether the earphones are fully inserted. 3) make sure the track is being played. 4) make sure the file format is supported. 5) Check whether the audio file is damaged.

Many people have discovered that hobbies can be profitable as well as【T1】______. Some people have fine collections of bottles, flags, stamps or even match boxes. Painting, writing and【T2】______are examples of hobbies that may become occupations. Every writer, artist and photographer probably started as a hobbyist before becoming a professional. Many doctors believe that hobbies help to make our lives【T3】______They believe that people who raise fish or collect records are too busy to spend their time worrying. Doctors also think that an active person, such as a football player, should have 【T4】______such as reading, while a person who sits at a desk all day should have【T5】______such as tennis, golf or swimming. Most people in the United States agree with the doctors. It is difficult to find an American who does not have a favorite hobby.Many people have discovered that hobbies can be profitable as well as fun. Some people have fine collections of bottles, flags, stamps or even match boxes. Painting, writing and taking photographs are examples of hobbies that may become occupations. Every writer, artist and photographer probably started as a hobbyist before becoming a professional. Many doctors believe that hobbies can make our lives more enjoyable. They believe that people who raise fish or collect records are too busy to spend their time worrying. Doctors also think that an active person, such as a football player, should have a restful hobby such as reading, while a person who sits at a desk all day should have a lively hobby such as tennis, golf or swimming. Most people in the United States agree with the doctors. It is difficult to find an American who does not have a favorite hobby.

“Have you moved into the new flat?“ “Not yet. The room______. “ has been painted is painted paints is being painted

For a time his grandmother found______accept his new idea. hard it hard it hard to it is hard to

Many things______impossible in the past are very common today. consider considering considered be considered

The astronauts made a successful______ (land) on the Moon.

A newspaper story is written in a form of inverted pyramid because______.

When writing a newspaper story, you should______.

How can you use others’ quotes in your writing?

It is implied from the passage that______.

The passage is mainly talking about______.