Adding Humors to Your Conversations
Humor adds bright light to your conversations . People like and trust with a good sense of humor . In order to make others laugh , you have to be fun and relaxed . It’s hard to be funny when you’re stressed out .（心力交瘁的）
When you feel tense（紧张的）, your humor will disappear . You have to find ways to bring your humor back and feel relaxed .
Here are some ideas to keep your humor :
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When you feel tired , you can just open your favorite book of humor writing or cartoons to lighten the moment .
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Maybe you have a picture of your kids at Disney World . Maybe it’s a picture of your last year’s Halloween costume . Perhaps a photo will remind you that your dog makes you laugh . The photo will also open the door to fun-filled conversations with visitiors to your office .
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If you’ve been with people , spend some time alone . If you’ve been sitting , take a walk . If you’ve been in a quiet environment , go someplace exciting . If you’ve been indoors , step outside .
Whenever , you’re stressed , your body is usually telling you that you need to do something different . You want to keep yourself in a humor-ready state .
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This will provide a place for you and your co-workers to have a mind-vacation . Find some fun posters to decorate the room . Put interesting things , like games and puzzles in the room . Design a notice board for fun photos , cartoons and contests . The idea is to fill the room with fun and make people forget about the stress .
| A．Consider breaking the pattern（模式）when you’re in a bad mood . Do something different . |
| B．Have a fun photo of something that recalls wonderful memories on your desk . |
| C．Help design a better room . |
| D．Keep something that makes you laugh or smile near you . |
—I am really proud of our country!
—I feel the same way. That was the first time that the Chinese people (行走) in space. (walk)
广泛的阅读使我受益匪浅。
小心那只花瓶，它易碎。
When I was a ten-year-old girl, I was once asked to deliver a speech titled “A Real Test in My Life”. To talk before the whole class! Just imagine how 31(terrible) shy I was the moment I thought of that with so many eyes fixed upon me. I had no other 32(choose), though. First I was to draft the speech and that was just a piece of cake for me, because I was a good writer－something to pride myself in. But the hard part 33(lie) in my oral presentation; to read from 34paper was not allowed; I had to give the speech 35my memory and in front of such a big audience! A real trial began when I stood on the platform with my legs 36(tremble) and my mind blank. How much time had passed by, I didn’t know. My listeners were still waiting, patiently and without any signs of rushing me. Gradually I found 37back, giving out my speech with difficulty. Finally I finished. After 38seemed to be a hundred years, I found my audience applauding. I made it! From then on, my fear of talking before an audience disappeared. Actually with my confidence building 39, I now turn out to be a great speaker. Looking back, I know the greatest difficultyon our way to success is our fear; overcome it, 40we will be able to achieve our goals.
Directions: The following people are going to take part in job interviews. Match the interviews (marked with A, B, C, D, E and F) with the people so that they can have a greater chance of being employed. There is one extra paragraph that you don’t need.
61. Tom is a university student graduating soon. He is smart, swift and quick-minded. He is fond of challenges. He can react to sudden changes very well.
62. Mary is a graduate who often can communicate and cooperate with others well and can make friends easily.
63. Tim is a hardworking person. He has done several jobs but still hasn’t found his favorite. Every time before he goes for an interview, he’ll make full preparations as to what interviewers may ask about him.
64. Helen has worked in an advertising company for 8 years before and now she is considering finding a job in a bigger advertising company. She is a talented woman and possesses outstanding skills.
65. Mike is a brave and honest person. He often says what’s in the mind. He has many true friends.
A
You’ll be asked a lot of questions concerning a wide variety of subjects. For example, you will be asked about the political affairs to see whether you keep an eye on the things happening at home and abroad. Of course, you should also know about the company itself very well—the basic information, the policy, the market, and the potential.
B
You may be interviewed with one or two other interviewees. The interviewer may ask you to solve problems which require you and your partner to work together. It’s as important to lead as to listen. So, team spirit matters.
C
The interviewer explores certain predetermined areas using questions which have been written in advance. You may be required to list your past experience, skills and personality. Your experience and skills are compared to specific job tasks to see whether you are fit for the job.
D
The interviewer intentionally attempts to upset you to see how you react under pressure. You may be asked questions that make you uncomfortable or you may be interrupted when you are speaking. At those times, your quick responses count.
E
In some job interviews, you will be asked about your social relationship. Sometimes, the interviewer will even ask you how much hard liquor (酒) you can drink. Just keep to the fact, or you’ll suffer later.
F
Situations are set up which simulate (copy) common problems you may meet with on the job. Your responses to these situations are measured against predetermined standards. The way of dealing with the problem really matters. The interviewers can determine whether you have the basic qualifications for the job.