高中英语 module 1 small talk period one warm up reading同步测试1 外研版选修6

Module 1Small TalkPeriod One Warmup & Reading ()基础落实.课文理解1 The first paragraph makes us know_.Apeople will have some difficulty in making friendsBwhat the writer will talk about in the following paragraphsCsome people are nervous when at a social eventDsomeone can help you overcome your nervousness2 Which of the following topics is not suitable for you to start a conversation with a stranger?AThe final football match between French and Italy in the World Cup.BThe problems in Libya.CNew films directed by Ang Lee.DThe Wimbledon Tennis Match.3 Which of the following is what you should do when listening to the other speaking?ASaying “uhhuh” from time to time.BSighing after the other says one sentence.CLooking away from the person who is talking to you when listening.DChanging the subject while the person is saying something about himself.4 The topic sentence of the paragraph titled “Learn the rules” is_.Awhen to leave and when not to leaveBto be on time at the gatheringsCthat different cultures have different rules about social gatheringsDthat you should learn about the countrys customs after going there5 The writer mainly wants to_in this passage.Aintroduce to us the rules to be a better listenerBtell how to use small talk correctly in our conversationCgive us some tips on how to improve our social skillsDinform us of the different social customs in different countries.课文缩写In your daily life，you often meet with such embarrassing experiencesyou try to 1._ talking to someone that you 2._ when 3._ the street；you cant talk 4._ in the face of all the guests at a party，and also，you 5._ the confidence to talk to others though you are eager to make friends with people.In a word，you feel 6._ when you are at a social 7._.Here are some tips to help you overcome your nervousness and improve your social skills.Make good use of 8._ in your conversation，but be careful of what topics are suitable and what are not.Try to be a better listener with 9._ answers and body language.Try to find out 10._ rules when you go to another country.介、副词填空1And are you nervous _ the idea of being at a social event in another country?2You neednt worry _ situations like these if you have good social skills.3Small talk is very important and prepares you _ more serious conversations.4Remember also that in some countries，you mustnt take flowers _ a certain colour，because theyre unlucky.5In most places，you dont have to take a gift to a partybut find _ first!能力提升阅读理解AIn most Englishspeaking countries，it is necessary and of great value to make small talk in certain situations.There are a few different reasons why people use small talk.The first，and most obvious，is to break an uncomfortable silence.That is why it is so common to make small talk when you are waiting for something.Some people make small talk in order to be polite.You may not feel like chatting with anyone at a party，but if someone introduces you to another person who you do not know anything about，you have to start some small talk in order to show a polite interest in getting to know that person better.There are certain “safe” topics that people usually make small talk about.The weather is probably the number one thing that people who do not know each other well discuss.Sometimes even friends and family members discuss the weather when they meet or commence a conversation.Another topic is current events.Sports news is a very common topic，especially if a local team or player is doing extremely well or badly.Entertainment news，such as a celebrity who is in town，is another good topic.If there is something that you and the other speaker have in common，that may also be acceptable to talk about.There are also some subjects that are not considered acceptable when you make small talk.Discussing personal information such as salaries or a recent divorce is not done between people who do not know each other well.Compliments (赞美) on clothing or hair are acceptable；however，you should never say anything (good or bad) about a persons body.Also，it is not safe to discuss subjects that society thinks controversial(有争议的) such as religion or politics.Last，it is not wise to continue talking about an issue that the other person does not seem comfortable with or interested in.1 According to Paragraph 1，the author thinks that small talk in certain situations is _.Aboring BfixedChard Dimportant2 The most obvious purpose in making small talk is to _.Amake friends Bbreak the silenceCshare ideas Dwelcome others3 The underlined word “commence” in Paragraph 2 probably means “_”Afinish BstartCremember Dchange4 Paragraph 2 is mainly about _.Asome safe topics that are suitable for small talkBthe reason why the weather is the safest topic to make small talk aboutCsome ways to find common topics with strangersDsome topics for friends and family members to talk about5 If you are introduced to a stranger，you can start small talk by _.Abringing some personal informationBcommenting on his bodyCcomplimenting him on his clothesDdiscussing religion or politicsBA study at Stanford University tracked a group of students after their graduation for 10 years.The result？Marks had no influence on their success，but their ability to communicate with others did.Being able to connect with others through small talk can lead to big things，according to Debra Fine，author of The Fine Art of Small Talk. Fine，a former engineer，recalls she would feel so uncomfortable at networking that she even tried hiding in the restroom.Now as a professional speaker，Fine says the ability to connect with people through small talk is an acquired skill.Fine and her fellow experts on schmoozing offer the following tips for starting and ending conversations：(1)Prepare three things to talk about and four questions that will get others talking.(2)Be the first to say “hello”Smile first and always shake hands when you meet someone.(3)Take your time during introductions.Make an extra effort to remember names and use them frequently.(4)Get the other person talking by leading with a common topic and then asking a related question without any limit.(5)Stay focused on your partner by actively listening and giving response.Maintain eye contact.Never glance around the room while they are talking to you.(6)Listen more than you talk.(7)Have something interesting to contribute.Keeping up with current events and culture will provide you with great conversation materials.Stay away from negative or controversial(争论的) topics，wordy stories or a lot of details.(8)Watch your body language.People who look ill at ease make others uncomfortable.Act confidently and comfortably，even when yourre not.(9)Before beginning a conversation thats already in progress，observe and listen.(10)Have a few exit lines ready，so that you can both gracefully move on.6 What can we learn from the first paragraph?AGrades have a great effect on peoples success.BGrades are as important as the ability to communicate.CThe ability to communicate affects peoples success greatly.DMany students neglected their ability to communicate when they were in college.7 Which of the following statements about Debra Fine is NOT true?AShe is the author of The Fine Art of Small Talk.BShe was not good at communicating with others in the past.CShe considers being able to connect with people through small talk is an acquired skill.DShe mentioned many problems that