—No hurry. We have enough time before the plane takes off.

—China. It's a little ________ than that of India.

—OK. Here you are. But make sure you save money as well.

—________!

—        . I don't like them at all.

— I have ______ to Nanjing with my friends.

—Really? ________.

    Are you shy? If you are, you are not alone. In fact, nearly 50% of people are shy, and almost 80% feel shy at some point in their lives. Why are people 1?

    It is found that family size might 2 people to be shy. Children with no brothers and sisters may be shy. Growing up 3, they often play by themselves. They are not able to develop the same social skills as children from big 4.

    Another cause of shyness could be 5. As more and more people use the Internet, they 6 less time outside, talking to people. As a result, they lose practice at conversation. 7 to new people face to face can make them feel nervous.

For shy people, it can be 8 to make friends, speak in class, and even get a good job. But scientists say you can 9 your shyness. They suggest trying 10 things and practicing conversation.

    Anyway, don't be afraid of shyness—you are valued for what you are!

    American schools are quite different from those in China. In America, at the beginning of the term, students must select their subjects and teachers first.

    Selecting is very important for your marks in America. So at the first term, don't select too many subjects, or you'll feel very nervous and tired. Then you have to ask for some teaching plans. There is some information about subjects, time arranging, marks and textbooks. At the same time, you must choose the teachers. Different teachers have different teaching methods. If the teacher is called "killer" by the last grade, many students will give up choosing him, because this kind of teacher will leave too much homework, too many exams and give too low grades. There is another thing after you select the subjects and the teachers. How to buy textbooks makes each student feel hard. The textbooks in America are very expensive. Each one is about $30-$50. In order to save money, many students buy some used textbooks, and some students usually borrow textbooks from the school library.

    In class, discussing is very important. The teacher encourages you to ask questions or show your own opinions. They don't usually ask you to sit well. Instead they allow you to sit or stand everywhere you like.

    Nobody likes to do chores, especially kids. How can you make your kids get into a good habit of doing their chores? Try making chores fun for them.

    Play some music: Music makes everything seem like a party, doesn't it? Play your kids' favorite music and let them dance around while they are doing their chores.

    Make it a treasure hunt (寻宝): It's a good way when you would like them to clean the house. Let them know that you hide (隐藏) a $5 bill someplace. If they find it, they can keep it.

    Change often: If your kids keep doing the same chores for months, they may feel bored. Teaching them a new task (任务) is fun for both you and the kids. They will feel more grown up when they get a new task.

    Do it together: It's never fun to be the only one working and watching everyone else relaxing.

    If everyone takes part in doing chores, you will finish them faster and have more fun.

—      (可能)he is in the library, but I'm not sure.

He has        Beijing.

I        started it       .

                     see it, he climbed higher.

                     has your father been to Beijing?

I                      this model plane.

A: Hello! May I speak to Katy, please?

B: Speaking! Who's that?

A: This is Mary. Have you finished your homework?

B: Yes, I've        finished it. What's up?

A: My teacher asked me to make a model of       , but I don't know how to do it.

B:       ! You can search for some information on the Internet.

A: Sorry, I don't have a computer.

B: When does your teacher want your homework?

A: Next      .

B: OK.I can help you find out some information, and then       it to you.

A: It's very kind of you!

提示：

周六上午：你和爸爸妈妈一起去看爷爷奶奶

周六下午：帮爸爸洗车

周日上午：帮妈妈干家务、一起购物

周日下午：为英语测试做准备

周日晚上：参加爸爸朋友的生日聚会

Dear Jimmy,

    Thank you for inviting me to see the movie Tiny Times this weekend.

    Maybe another time would be fine.

Yours,

Ann