A: Hey, Linda. You look so worried. 

B: Yes, it's my dog Lulu. She didn't feel well this morning.

A:  Have you taken her to the animal hospital?

B: Yes, my father has taken her there. 

A: Not yet. But I'm planning to keep one. A cat, maybe.

B: 

A: Cats are always gentle, and they don't need much space since they're small.

B: It's true. But you still need to be responsible and take care of it very carefully.

A:  Having a pet is far more than just playing with it. 

A. Is anything wrong?

B. Where are you going?

C. Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.

D. Yes, I couldn't agree more.

E. By the way, do you have a pet?

F. Why do you want to keep a cat?

G. I'm afraid I can't agree with you.

A: Oh!What a day! 

B: Why?What's up? 

A:  I thought I'd prepared well. but couldn't answer a single question. 

B:  But's just a test and not the end of the world. 

A: Oh, it's terrible!  She always wishes me to become a better student. 

B: She won't.  Don't worry. It's not such a big deal. 

A: Yeah, I guess you're right. I just wish I'd done better. 

B:  

A: That would be wonderful! 

A. Sorry to hear that. 

B. My mum will be cross. 

C. She knows you tried your best. 

D. Why don't we study together next time? 

E. We had an impossible test in chemistry class. 

J— Jim D—David

J: You look upset? What happened?

D: I quarreled again with my parents. They just treat me like Fm still a little kid. 

J: I can understand you. You are not  in the situation. According to a survey about parent-child relationship, over 80 percent of Chinese children want to be friends with their parents. 

D: That's what I want. But Traditional parent-kid relationship is preventing my parents from doing so. As a child, what can I do to create friendship at home?

J: To do that, first you should learn to use self-control and  your time well, like keeping a good balance between your study and hobby. In this way, you can show them that you've grown up and are ready to be treated. Besides, sharing your feelings with parents can help prevent on both sides. 

D: That makes sense. Also when I argue over their parenting style, I often find myself end up saying something I later, which makes things even worse. 

J: You should remember they are not perfect, just like us, so do your best to avoid,  arguments. This may mean that you sometimes have to keep your mouth shut when your parent says something you don't like. Even when you have to respond, make the point clearly, but don't  your voice or disrespect anyone. 

D: I agree that I should care more about my parents' feelings. Maybe I also need to do something nice or for them, such as making them gifts, or sharing some home chores.

J: That will surely build their in you and allow you to have more freedom. 

D: Thank you for your advice, it really means a lot to me. 

J: No problem. Hope everything goes well. 

A. She often draws pictures. 

B. She is singing. 

C. It is snowy. 

D. It's Saturday. 

E. This is Jack speaking. 

Bob, an exchange student from the UK, is at Li Ming's home in Chengdu, are talking about the photos on the wall.

B—Bob       L—Li Ming

B: What are you picking in the photo?

L: Mulberries. Mulberries like these taste delicious.

B: Oh, really? Are mulberries fruit in Chengdu?

L: Yes, there are a lot every May. You know Sichuan has a long history of silk culture. Silk from Chengdu became famous as early as 2,000 years ago. I mean nearly all the people in the country knew it！And mulberry are the main food for silkworms.

B: I see. Where did you pick the mulberries?

L: Inside an ecological （生态的）park in Chengdu. like picking mulberries and feeding silkworms are hot in May.

B: Wow! The ecological park like a great place. What else can you do in the park?

L: You can rent（租）a piece of land and grow crops or vegetables. Some experts will give you help if necessary. This way, you can learn more about .

B: That's a good way to the life on the farm. It may help you forget the pressure in life and feel .

L: That's true. It has many . It also produces food for the city and makes the city greener.

B: Could you me there this weekend? I can't wait to visit the ecological park.

L: No problem.

A: How is your school life this term?

B: Still busy but more wonderful and relaxing.

A: Really?

B: Because we have different kinds of clubs.

A: Good.

B: We have a poem club, a sports club, a breakdancing club…Ah, so many of them!

A: Fantastic! Which club are you in?

B:

A: Oh? Why didn't you join the breakdancing club?

B: Yes. But I am practicing it at a breakdancing school on Sunday afternoon.

A: I see. You have a colorful life in and out of school.

B: Oh, I'm running out of time. Bye for now!

A: See you!

(Xiao Yun and Fangfang meet on the street on Sunday.)

Xiao Yun: Hello, Fangfang! Long time no see.

Fangfang: Hi, Xiao Yun!

Xiao Yun: It's great! And you?

Fangfang: I'm OK, too.

Xiao Yun: I'm going to the bookstore. I want to buy a book about ice skating.

Fangfang: Ice skating?

Xiao Yun: I like the sport because of the Beijing Winter Olympic Games. The Chinese athletes (运动员) all faced challenges bravely and tried their best to win in the competitions. I admire them. And I like Wu Dajing best. He is a very excellent skating athlete.

Fangfang: Yes, so he is. He is so confident and brave. His spirit is worth admiring.

Xiao Yun: I agree with you. We should study hard and stick to our dreams like him. By the way, could you help me choose a book now? I need your advice.

Fangfang: With pleasure.

Xiao Yun: Let's go.
 

A. We young people should learn from him.

B. It's kind of you.

C. How was your vacation?

D. How is it going with you?

E. We can read more to improve reading skills.

F. Why do you show your interest in this sport?

G. Where are you going now?