1. 阅读理解

    Here are some English study skills for beginners.

    Listening

    Listening is a great way to improve your pronunciation and intonation (语调)．You can start by listening to short stories for children because they are usually easy.

    Reading

    Reading is a good way to help you learn new words. And it will also help you learn English grammar. Children's books are great for beginners.

    Vocabulary

    When you come across new words in the reading, write them down in your notebook. You can write down the translation in your na tive language to help you understand.

    Speaking

    While doing your reading exercises, read them aloud. You can also look for some articles on the Internet to read.

    Learning any language needs practice—lots of practice. You don't have to spend hours studying each day; just 30 minutes a day for four or five days a week will help you improve it.

1. （1） How can we improve pronunciation?

   A . By listening. B . By watching TV. C . By writing. D . By learning grammar.
3. （2） How do begi nners learn new words according to the passage?

   A . Remember the words in the dictionary. B . Write down the new words you meet in the reading. C . Look for new words on the Internet. D . Read the new words many times a day.
5. （3） How much time should beginners spend studying English?

   A . They should spend two hours every day. B . They should spend an hour every week. C . They can spend just 30 minutes once, and four or five times a week. D . They can spend ten minutes once, and twice a week.
7. （4） What does the underlined word "translation”mean in Chinese?

   A . 翻译 B . 发音 C . 位置 D . 次数
9. （5） What's the best title for the passage?

   A . How to improve English reading. B . Ways to study English grammar. C . English is important. D . Study skills for English learners.