1、1Keeping a diary in English is one of the 16__________ (effect) ways to improve our English writing ability. 17._____________ (compare) with other forms of writing, it is shorter and takes 18.____________ time. It can help us to develop the habit of thinking in English. 19.____________
2、we persist in this practice, gradually we’ll learn how to express ourselves in English. In keeping a diary in English, we certainly run up against many 20.__________. In the first place, 21.____________ often happens that we have trouble finding appropriate words and phrases to give expre
3、ssion to our mind. Secondly, there are many idiomatic ways of saying things in Chinese. And it is extremely hard for us to put them into English properly. As far as I _22. ______________ (concern), my 23._____________(suggest) is that we should always have a notebook and a Chinese-Engli
4、sh dictionary within easy reach. Whenever something beats us, we can first put it down in our notebook and then consult our dictionary. We can also turn to our English teacher for help, if necessary. In short, I believe that it is 24.___________ great use to keep a diary in English for 25
5、.___ ________ development of our writing skills. 【参考答案】（4） 16. effective 17. Compared 18. less 19. If 20. difficulties 21. it 22. am concerned 23.suggestion 24. of 25. the 2Once upon a time there was a rich merchant 16 __ _____ had four wives. He loved the 4th wife t
6、he most. He took great care of her and gave her nothing 17___ _______ the best. He also loved the 3rd wife very much. He was very 18 __ (pride) of her and always wanted to show off her to his friends. He also loved his 2nd wife. She is __ 19 ___________very considerate perso
7、n, always patient and in fact is the merchant’s close friend. __20__________ the merchant faced some problems, he always turned to his 2nd wife and __21____________ would always help him out and tide(帮助渡过) him 22__________ difficult times. Now, the merchant’s 1st
