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1、U1Some bookworms in my dormitory often spend hours reading their “Bible”, Practical English Grammar, and do a lot of exercises in that book, but I dont care about it at all. My assumption is since I have never learned Chinese grammar, whats the sense of learning English grammar? In fact, English gra

2、mmar has always been a big headache to me. English grammar is very complicated because, unlike Chinese, there are many verb tenses. Even stranger than verb tenses, English grammar also contains something very confusing. For example, I dont remember how many times my middle school teacher tried to “i

3、mpose” the differences between used to and be used to on us. Sometimes he would go on with the explanation for 20 minutes or so. He even summarized the differences by listing three or four points for us to memorize. However, they could never stay in my head. I dont remember how many times I got it w

4、rong with the sentences containing used to or be used to on my exams. I was really confused with these two phrases, and I can never get them right. In brief, Im allergic to learning English grammar. Curiously, I just wonder if the native speakers of English have a microcomputer in their brain to hel

5、p them utter the two phrases promptly with just a click of their brains mouse!U2Did you have such an experience as when your high-school physical education (P.E.) teacher pushed you to run for several miles around the sports field in a P.E. class? When you were sweating and out of breath, did you ev

6、er wish that you could only stop talking a P.E. class in college? However, taking P.E. courses can be advantageous to all college students. First, taking P.E. classes helps students learn valuable communication and teamwork skills. There are many activities that require students to communicate and i

7、nteract with each other when they are having a P.E. classes. For example, when one group completes with the other in playing basketball, group cooperation is extremely important in order to win. Effective teamwork usually requires good communication skills.Another advantages is that taking P.E. clas

8、ses enables students to more effectively handle their heavy coursework. Not infrequently, students sleep in class and miss important information. Not concentrating in class may be caused by insufficient sleep and no exercise. Through taking P.E. courses, students build up their health. Only when stu

9、dents stay healthy can they learn better.To sum up, taking a P.E. course at college can benefit students in developing useful social skills as well as better coping skills for their stress at school. Therefore, P.E. classes bring students advantages both physically and academically.U4Frequently, stu

10、dents experience a tough time and are faced with an activity beyond their ability. However, my freshman year learning experience made me think otherwise. I had never thought I could do it, but I finally conquered my fear of public speaking.At the beginning of the semester, my English teacher gave th

11、e assignment of speaking for three minutes in front of the class. It was an individual project worth 10 percent of the course grade. Since I was very nervous to speak in public, I worried about it for two months. Having no choice, I wrote all of my ideas on note cards. I practiced my speech with my

12、notes in front of a mirror and in front of my dog. Would I be able to give my speech in front of my class?When the day of my speech came, I was ready. As I walked to the front of the class, I looked at my classmates and smiled. Then I looked down at my note cards. At that moment, I realized that I h

13、ad the wrong information. These were the notes for my biology test, not the information about my speech! I closed my eyes and took a deep breath. Suddenly, I began to speak. To my surprise, the words flowed from my mouth. I just couldnt believe it!Everyone applauded my speech, and I felt like a winn

14、er. The three-minute speech that day made me realize that people can always overcome their odds if they are motivated.U5It is often said that whatever wealth one may have will be gone quickly if the person only spends. However, some people think the purpose of life is to enjoy every moment, so they

15、spend all they have learned. Even though Bryan and Peter are close friends, their spending habits are very different.Bryan is very careful about using his pocket money. He only spends money when its necessary. For example, when his pocket money is only $50, he may spend $20 on necessary stationery f

16、or schoolwork. He will try to deposit the remaining $30 in his savings account. In his opinion, though the amount is small, it will help him for a passible rainy day since people never know what could happen in the future.Unlike Bryan, Peter usually spend money at will. He often purchase expensive e

17、lectronic products such as an iPhone and an iPad. Sometimes, he might buy himself an expensive brand-name shirt or a pair of expensive brand-name shoes. Different from Bryan, he never deposits extra money in a bank after meeting his basic needs. To him, saving money in a bank is something very silly

18、 because he believes that he can always earn big money after he gets a decent job in the future.All in all, Bryan and Peter are very different in the way they spend money. Spending money wisely and saving extra money for future urgent needs enable students to manage their finance and fully concentra

19、te on their study. They will also derive great pleasure from the way they handle their money.U7With a more progressive approach to diversity and a greater number of women being the leader of organizations, women today feel comfortable enough to use their natural management style at work. Their manag

20、ement style tends to be more communicative and relationship-oriented.One example of their management style is being more communicative. Women usually have greater verbal ability and verbal comprehension than men. Their speaking skill is actually innate-born with it. Since they are usually more suppo

21、rtive, more inclined to delegate responsibilities and more and more willing to foster the careers of their employees than their male counterparts, they communicate more efficiently. As a result, employees are happy to share ideas with their female boss and feel excited to have their voice heard in m

22、aking decisions.Another example of womens natural management style is being more relationship-oriented. As we well understand, women are more emotionally and spiritually intelligent. This gives then the potential to get a more understanding boss than men. They know how to motivate their employees wi

23、th human touches such as “get well” cards and “thank you” notes. They also know when to make concessions and accommodate their employees personal needs because they are not as rigid and stubborn as male bosses. Employees, of course, enjoy such a relationship with their female boss. In brief, womens

24、natural management style helps them succeed in their workplace. The fact that women are brought up to have verbal skills and emotional intelligence is a huge advantage. Its their strength and they need to use it more instead of disguising themselves.U8Many people will give some excuse not to keep a

25、pet: They smell bad, they are messy, they are expensive, or I dont have enough time to take care of them. While most of these reasons sound plausible, there are some good reasons why you should keep a pet to have a positive life.First, pets can give you unconditional love and companionship. Pets mak

26、e you always feel accepted and loved. They are always good listener and respond to love, regardless of whether you are blind, deaf, ill or depressed. When coming home from a long, stressful day of school or work, you see a cute animal waiting for you in front of the door. You cant help but feel happy!In addition to companionship, pets can greatly increase your physical activity and improve your overall state of health. It is