Ⅰ 根据首字母或括号内单词的正确形式完成句子。
1. There are some standing at the end of street.
2. There seems to be a (understand). I didn’t mean in that way.
3. It’s (polite) to talk to others with your mouth full of food.
4. The hot weather keeps us away from (get) back to school.

1. strangers
2. misunderstanding
3. impolite
4. getting

1. 句子意思是“有一些人站在街道的尽头”，根据首字母“s”和句子意思，可以推断出应填“strangers”（陌生人）或者其他以“s”开头的表示人的名词，但结合常用词汇和语境，“strangers”最为合适。
2. 句子意思是“似乎有一个误会”，根据括号内的单词“understand”，我们需要将其转化为名词形式，且根据句意，应表示“误解”的意思，所以应填“misunderstanding”。
3. 句子意思是“嘴里满是食物时和别人说话是不礼貌的”，根据括号内的单词“polite”，我们需要将其转化为反义词形式，表示“不礼貌的”，所以应填“impolite”。
4. 句子意思是“炎热的天气使我们不能回到学校”，“keep sb. from doing sth.”是固定搭配，表示“阻止某人做某事”，所以根据括号内的单词“get”，我们需要将其转化为动名词形式，即“getting”。

1. Jack is interested in taking photos.(改为同义句)
Jack in taking photos.
2. 黛西很害羞,课堂上回答问题时就变得很紧张。
Daisy is shy and when answering the questions in class.
3. 昨天汤姆的父亲很担心他的安全。
Tom’s father his safety yesterday.
4. 你会代替我去参加聚会吗？
Will you go to the party me?

1. shows interest
2. gets nervous
3. worried about
4. instead of

Ⅲ 阅读理解。
“Nice day today, isn’t it?” “Did you watch the soccer match over the weekend?” “What do you think of the show last night?” These questions are the common beginning of a small talk. Small talk is a simple and friendly way to start a conversation. People in different countries use different topics when making small talk. In the United States, people often talk about the weather, sports, or their weekend plans. In the United Kingdom, the weather is also a popular topic. In Japan, people may talk about the seasons or give polite compliments. In Brazil, small talk often includes friendly questions about family. In Germany, people may talk about current news or work.
To have good small talk, it helps to understand the culture. First, try to watch and listen to how local people start conversations. This can teach you what topics are safe and common. Second, always be polite and don’t talk about personal or serious topics, like politics or money, especially if you don’t know the person well.
There are also some easy tips to help your small talk go well. Smile and show interest in what the other person is saying. Ask simple questions that need more than a “yes” or “no” answer. You can also talk a little about yourself, like your hobbies or favorite foods. With practice and kindness, small talk can help you make new friends all over the world.
1. What are some common small talk topics in the United States and Japan?
A. Sports in the U.S. and money in Japan.
B. Weather in the U.S. and seasons in Japan.
C. Politics in the U.S. and work in Japan.
D. Music in the U.S. and history in Japan.
2. Why is it important to understand the culture when making small talk in different countries?
A. So you can speak their language.
B. To avoid boring topics.
C. To know what topics are polite and safe.
D. To impress people with facts.
3. According to the passage, which one is OK for a small talk?
A. Why did you parents argue?
B. How was your rehearsal yesterday?
C. How much money did you get last month?
D. How old are you?
4. What are some tips that can help you make small talk successfully?
A. Talk loudly and change topics quickly.
B. Ask yes or no questions only.
C. Talk only about yourself.
D. Smile, listen, and ask open-ended questions.

1. B
2. C
3. B
4. D