英语定时练2.doc

高二英语定时练 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A One of the most common complaints of apartment-dwellers(居民) is annoying neighbors. Here are some ways to handle noisy neighbors. Accept Some Degree of Apartment Noise Before getting worked up over the noisy neighbors in the apartment, make sure to have realistic expectations. Everyone living in an apartment building is bound to hear noise from other units televisions, music, and children occasionally. Give Noisy Neighbors the Benefit of the Doubt Its probably the case that the neighbor who is driving everyone crazy doesnt realize how far his noise is carrying.Remember that noise level is difficult to control with children. Babies inevitably cry in the middle of the night. Meet the Neighbors and Be Friendly Making a friendly gesture will surprisingly reduce apartment noise. Neighbors who know each other will probably be much more careful not to bother each other. Address Noise Calmly and Face-to-Face If a loud noise needs to be addressed, go to the offending apartment personally and knock politely on the door. Being polite will usually bring a polite response Report Noisy Neighbors to the Landlord If a noise issue becomes a constant problem or doesnt improve after a personal request, If a noise issue becomes a constant problem or doesnt improve after a personal request, its time to bring it up to management. Make sure to be objective and fair in your report, and be able to cite the frequency of the problem and provide details about it. Things to Avoid when Dealing with a Loud Neighbor There are some definite donts when it comes to handling life with a loud apartment neighbor. Dont Seek revenge(报复) or try to outdo a noisy neighbor Complain to them face to face repeatedly about the same issue Suffer in silence Doing these things may work for some time, but theyre never good long-term solutions. Instead, they will probably only exacerbate the situation. 21.We can i