Task-based Reading

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Tree shapedThe InternetThe Internet offers information to usThe Internet enables us to communicate in a new waythe Internet can Connect millions of computers.

we can keep in touch with others wherever we are.

The Internet is often called the information superhighway,It has changed the distanceOf talking.It has also enabled us to exchange information at a higherspeed

;What is the main idea/key point of this passage?What is the topic/subject discussed in this passage?What is the main idea of the first paragraph?What is the best title/headline for this passage?

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Why do they have shopping addiction? There isnt a specific answer. Some people go shopping when they are sad,worried,upset or lonely and they want to feel better. They use this activity as a way to forget their peoblems.Shopaholics () say that they feel more important and better after they buy something. They also tend to have this addiction when they feel guilty.?.

Why do they have shopping addiction? There

As we rush through our busy days accomplishing our tasks work, kids, shopping, cleaning and eating on the go, we often complain that we dont feel good. There is a simple, quick and effective way that you can feel better throughout the day and also be more attractive. All you have to do is smile more in oder to feel good.?

.and also be more attractive. All you have to do is smile more in oder to feel good.

E.g.: Smoking cigarettes can be an expensive habit.

: Smoking cigarettes: can be an expensive habit.

Title Coffee is a universal beverage()that is served in different ways around the world.: Coffee:a universal beverage()that is served in different ways around the world.

title: The Expensive Habit -- Smoking CigarettesTitle: Coffee Around the World

2 ; Why did the author write the passage?Whats the authors purpose of writing this passage?

:advise, warn, persuade,introduce,

A serious problem for todays society is who should be responsible for our elderly and how to improve their lives. It is not only a financial problem but also a question of the system we want for our society. I would like to suggest several possible solutions to this problem.for our society. I would like to suggest several possible solutions to this problem.

3 Please explain the underlined wordcompany in English.How do you understand the underlined word?

1 It pictures the life of Shanghai workers.

2 Unlike his brother, who is a handsome man, John is quite homely.

3 She felt miserable, for her parents both died weeks ago.

describesordinary-lookingvery sad

4 ;Which statement is the passage made the deepest impression on you? Why?Do you like using emotions? Why?Suppose you were to try travel writing, what would you do?Which suggestions do you think is the most useful to you? Why?

I think sports teach us big lessons for life. Most sports involve teamwork and teach us how to get along with others, how to work together to achieve a common goal, and about trust and responsibility. All sports teach us about dealing with success and failure. True, some sports do not suit some people, but there are so many possible choices that everyone can find a sport to enjoy.As senior high school students, our time is very precious, and should we do sports ?

5;;What can you tell about yourself when you like yellow best?What s the relationship between face muscles and your feelings?How do you know that football is taken seriously in most schools in England?

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Passage 11 Football in England2 Because when one goes to one of the important matches, he can see people all there, rich and poor, young and old, shouting and cheering.3 Someone who knows a lot /expert4 The school values football and therefore arranges games and matches for its pupils.5 Because football needs skills and a quick mind.

1 Color and You/ the effect of colorsattack /rush quickly towards somebody

3 I need a chance and I have a strong need for a bright new future.

4 She is strong-minded and determined.5 RedPassage 2

Notice 1 .2 ,. advise us to do sports.