8. (2025·连云港期末)It ______ that two travellers had been killed in the car accident.
A.turned down
B.turned off
C.turned up
D.turned out

D

9. — Do you like National Treasure, the weekly TV show on CCTV?
— Sure. It's a great culture TV show ______ has been very popular in China.
A.who
B.whom
C.which
D.what

C

10. — Why do you look so sad?
— A thief ______ my house and stole some jewellery last night.

A.broke up
B.broke into
C.broke down
D.broke away

B

11. — ______ the evening of December 25, the poor boy was ______. — I'm sorry to hear that.
A.On; kidnapped
B.In; kidnapping
C.At; kidnapped
D.In; kidnapped

A

12. This is the best film ______ I've ever seen. I want to see it again.
A.that
B.which
C.who
D.whose

A

13. — Frank, look! Who are the children under the tree ______ waiting in the line?
— They are the students from No. 1 Middle School.

A.that are
B.where are
C.which is
D.who is

A

14. The man was under arrest some things ______ the supermarket.
A.to steal; on
B.for stealing; with
C.with stealing; in
D.for stealing; from

D

15. (2025·宿迁市宿城区期末)Sherlock Holmes is a character ______ was created by Arthur Conan Doyle as a master at solving crimes.
A.who
B.which
C.whose
D.what

A

Communication is important for strong family relationships. However, if you don't 1. listen to others, it can be difficult to communicate.
When you are listening to a family member, it's important to stay in the situation to make your family member feel he is 2. . Remember to put your phone away and give them your full 3. . Just think about the speaker's words instead of what you'll say next when you are talking to a family member. Wait for a moment when the speaker stops. This will allow you to make sure 4. they have completely finished. Everyone wants to feel valued, so try to talk about your feelings or 5. after the speaker finishes. For example, "So, it sounds to me like you're a little 6. with Mum because you feel like she's not treating you like an adult. "This can help you make sure you 7. the speaker.
Besides these, there are also some DON'Ts you should remember while you are communicating with family members. First, don't start talking until the other person has finished. Second, don't offer advice 8. you are asked if someone just wants to talk. Third, don't change the subject even if it may make you feel unhappy. Let your family member 9. themselves clearly. Fourth, don't hurry the speaker along. Never say things like, "Can you get to the point?" This will make it seem like you have never enjoyed the conversation. 10. these things will help you and your family communicate better.

1. really 2. heard 3. attention 4. whether 5. thoughts 6. sad 7. understand 8. unless 9. express 10. Avoiding