Ⅰ. Complete the passage with the proper form of the words and expressions in the box.
narrow lane agree neighbour argue over
relative act whenever government
During the Qing Dynasty, the Zhang family lived in Tongcheng, Anhui, next to the Wu family, their 1. . One day, they began to 2. the dividing line between the two houses. Neither of them could reach 3. . To ask for help, the Zhang family decided to write to their 4. Zhang Ying, a great official in the 5. .
Zhang Ying replied with a poem and advised to give way to others 6. there was an argument. After thinking carefully, the Zhang family decided to follow his advice. They gave up three chi of the land to create a 7. . Their neighbours were deeply moved by this 8. of kindness. And to everyone’s surprise, they also stepped back three chi to create a wider lane—the Six-chi Lane.
From this experience, both families learnt an important lesson about getting along with others. The Six-chi Lane also became a symbol of harmony and respect.

1. neighbours
2. argue over
3. agreement
4. relative
5. government
6. whenever
7. narrow lane
8. act

【分析】这是一道选词填空题，需结合文章语境、词性变化及固定搭配完成。解题时先通读全文，理解文章讲述的桐城六尺巷的故事，再逐个分析每个空格的语境，判断所需词汇的词义、词性，对方框内的词汇进行适当变形或直接选用，确保填入后语义通顺、语法正确。
【解析】1. 由前文“next to the Wu family”可知，此处指“邻居”，且被their修饰，故填neighbours；2. “begin to do sth”为固定搭配，需填动词原形，结合语境“争论两家的分界线”，故填argue over；3. “reach agreement”是固定短语，意为“达成一致”，故将动词agree变为名词agreement；4. 张英是张家的亲戚，故填relative；5. 此处指“政府里的大官”，故填government；6. 结合语境“每当有争论时就谦让”，需填引导时间状语的whenever；7. 结合后文“wider lane”可知，此处指“窄巷”，故填narrow lane；8. “this act of kindness”意为“这种善举”，故填名词act。
【答案】1. neighbours 2. argue over 3. agreement 4. relative 5. government 6. whenever 7. narrow lane 8. act
【知识点】英语选词填空、词性转换、固定搭配
【点评】本题以中国传统文化故事“六尺巷”为背景，既考查学生在语境中运用词汇及适当形式的能力，又渗透了谦让的传统美德，题型常见，难度适中。
【难度系数】0.6

Ⅱ. Read and complete the tasks.
A. Complete the passage with proper sentences in the box. There is one extra option.
Good communication(交流) matters
Good communication is the key to building strong friendships and getting along with others. When we speak politely, listen carefully, and express clearly, we show respect and make people feel good.
Here are some simple but powerful tips for better communication.
Tip One: 1.
A warm smile makes you nice and helps others feel comfortable around you. Simple actions like saying “hello” or giving a friendly nod can start a conversation easily.
Tip Two: Listen actively
Good communication isn’t just about talking—it’s about listening. Don’t just wait. 2. . Nodding or saying “I see” shows you care about their words.
Tip Three: 3.
When you disagree, never use hurtful words. Say something like “I understand how you feel” or “That’s an interesting point” to show your respect.
Tip Four: Share your feelings honestly
4. . For example, say, “I felt hurt when ...”
Good communication helps people understand each other better. It stops fights and makes relationships stronger. When you get along well with family, friends, or teachers, you’ll have happier times together.

B. Learn about Lily’s and Jack’s situations and choose a right tip for them.
1. Lily: “Lately, my friend has been spending a lot of time with other classmates. They seem really happy and close to each other. I feel a bit left out sometimes.”
Tip :
2. Jack: “When I’m with new friends, I never know what to talk about, and sometimes we end up in boring silence. I’m afraid I’ll lose them because of this.”
Tip :
C. List another tip about good communication.

A. 1. A 2. D 3. B 4. E
B. 1. Tip Four: Share your feelings honestly
2. Tip Two: Listen actively
C. One possible version: Use body language to let others understand you better.

【分析】
先梳理A部分各Tip与选项的匹配：Tip One提到微笑的作用，对应选项A；Tip Two主题是倾听，对应选项D；Tip Three强调尊重他人，对应选项B；Tip Four是分享感受，对应选项E。B部分Lily的情况需分享感受，对应Tip Four；Jack的情况需倾听，对应Tip Two。C部分补充合理的沟通技巧即可。
【解析】
A. 1. 根据Tip One后“warm smile makes you nice...”的内容，选A；2. Tip Two是倾听，选项D“pay full attention when others speak”符合；3. Tip Three讲尊重他人，选B；4. Tip Four是分享感受，选E。
B. 1. Lily感到被冷落，需分享感受，对应Tip Four；2. Jack和新朋友没话题，需倾听，对应Tip Two。
C. 补充合理沟通技巧，如Use proper body language to show your care.
【答案】
A. 1. A 2. D 3. B 4. E
B. 1. Tip Four: Share your feelings honestly
2. Tip Two: Listen actively
C. One possible version: Use proper body language to show your care.
【知识点】
英语阅读理解 交际技巧
【点评】
本题围绕良好沟通技巧展开，考查学生语篇细节理解、信息匹配及拓展交际知识的能力，贴近生活，题目设置合理。
【难度系数】
0.5