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Talking to Teachers--Teachers are just people.Behind that desk, is a living, breathing human being.And just like any human being, they will probably be friendly to people who talk nicely to them.Teachers also seem to get along better with children who take schoolwork seriously and are prepared for class.And, just like any other human being, teachers like to be appreciated.The next time your teacher helps you solve a math problem or figure out a science project, say thank you with a smile. Talking to Parents--Parents can be very supportive if their children ask for help.If you think there's something your parents can do to help you socialize more or feel more comfortable around people, then ask them.Very often, parents want very much to help, but really don't know what to do.Pick a quiet time of the day and ask to talk.Tell them how you feel.Maybe they had the same trouble when they were kids. Talking to Stranger --This is always a tough one.How do you deal with a neighbor, the mail carrier, or someone walking down your street--situations that often seem to cause arguments between kids and parents.The answer to these questions will vary from kid to kid, from parent to parent because all cultures are different.Some folks live in small towns where a hello to everyone is "what's done".Then there are kids who live in the city who may have been taught not to speak to anyone they don't know.If you're having trouble with this and always feel _ in these kinds of situations, you might want to talk to your parents or a teacher about it.Where do they think you should draw the line ? When is silence rude and when is it wise? The passage doesn't say but it implies that in daily communication _ . A) arguments often happen between kids and parents B) we should talk to the neighbors and other people according to different cultures C) city people and country people greet in the same way D) we should fit(...) our words with proper situations
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D

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"Well, we're in our new house. Let's get a new pet," Mrs. Brown says to her husband. "That sounds like a very good idea," he answers. "Do you want to see the ads in the newspaper?" "Let's go to the animal _ . Many pets there need homes. Tomorrow is Saturday, so we can both go," Mrs. Brown says. The next morning, the Browns (Mr. Brown and Ms. Brown) meet Mr. Snow at the animal shelter. "We want to be sure that the pets here go to good homes," Mr. Snow says, "So I need to ask you some questions." After they talk for a while, the Browns decide to get a small dog. It will not need a big house. A small dog will bark and warn ( ) them if someone tries to go into their house. After Mr. Snow gives the Browns a book on pet care, they choose one and want to take her home right away. But the animal doctor hasn't checked her yet. So Mr. Snow tells them to come back on Sunday. On Sunday afternoon the Browns go to the animal shelter. The animal doctor said, "Coco has got all of her shots . She is healthy." The Browns thank the doctor and take Coco home. Mr. Snow asks the Browns some questions because _ . A) the Browns want to get a small dog B) the Browns don't have money to get a pet C) he wants to be sure the Browns has a big house D) he wants to be sure the Browns will be friendly to pets
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D

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Once upon a time, there lived a wealthy and kind king. However, the people were worried about him because he was very fat. He didn't do anything other than eat and sleep. One day, the king finally realized that he couldn't even move his body. There were many good doctors in his country. However, none could cure the king. The king had a lot of wealth, but no amount of wealth could make him healthy. One fine morning, a holy man visited the country. He heard about the ill health of the king and told the minister to meet him at his place, which was far from the king's palace. When the minister came, the holy man said that he could easily cure the king. Hearing these promising words, the minister became very happy. Since the king could not move his body, the minister asked the holy man to go to the king's palace to treat him. However, the holy man refused and said that he would treat the king only if the king came on foot to his place. The king was unable to walk even a few steps on the road, but after great efforts, he reached the holy man's place. Unluckily, the holy man was not _ and his wife told the king to come the next day. This was repeated for two weeks. Suddenly, the king realized that he felt a lot lighter. Very soon, the king became healthy, and the people became happy again. What's the BEST title for the passage? A) A lucky king B) Health is wealth C) How to lose weight D) Wealth is important
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B