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Etiquette For Teens Aged 13-18
Provide your teen with that “edge” that will help them succeed in life and make for successful adulthood!
In today’s fast-paced digital world teens are no longer having face-to-face interactions with others. When presented with an unfamiliar social situation, they may feel uncomfortable, and therefore they may choose to avoid socializing.
Our two-day workshop will give them a solid foundation of etiquette and manners as well as help prepare your teen for the many new social and business situations they will face as young adults. It will provide them with the self-confidence, enthusiasm, and motivation that are essential as they move into the next phase of their lives. The following topics will be covered in the two-day workshop.
Day One
Proper Introductions—Handshakes & Eye Contact—Body Language—The Art Of Small Talk—How To Speak In The Right Tone With Clarity—Leadership—Qualities—How To Make A Positive First Impression
Be The Perfect Guest—Invitations & Thank-You Notes—Social Networking—Dating
Etiquette—Common Courtesies In Public Places
Day Two
Table Skills & Dining Manners—The Informal/Formal Place Setting—American/Continental Dining—Proper Use Of Dining Utensils－Eating Various Foods—Seating A Lady At The Table—Tipping Guidelines
Interviewing Tips For College & Job Interviews—Dressing The Part—Be A Good Listener—Interview Follow-Up Calls & Thank-You Notes—Grooming Skin Care—The Graduation Celebration
Fee: $285.00, including snacks, the certificate, and workbooks
Date: Jan. 5&6
Time: 8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Registration closes at: 11:59 p.m. Dec. 29
Invite a friend to apply for the workshop and you can receive a $10.00 credit toward your course fee. If you are interested in joining the two-day workshop, fill out our application form online.
21. What’s the two-day workshop mainly intended to do?
A. Help teens know themselves. B. Provide teens with survival skills.
C. Motivate teens to study efficiently. D. Assist teens in learning social skills.
22. What will teens learn on the first day?
A. How to behave at table. B. How to chat with someone.
C. How to tip others properly. D. How to prepare for an interview.
23. How much will Green pay if he invites a friend to the workshop?
A. $ 295.00. B. $ 285.00. C. $275.00. D. $265.00.
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. C
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了一个为期两天的帮助青少年学习社交技能的研讨会，介绍了费用、时间等信息。
【21题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“In today’s fast-paced digital world teens are no longer having face-to-face interactions with others. When presented with an unfamiliar social situation, they may feel uncomfortable, and therefore they may choose to avoid socializing.(在当今快节奏的数字世界里，青少年不再与他人进行面对面的互动。当面对一个不熟悉的社交场合时，他们可能会感到不舒服，因此他们可能会选择避免社交)”以及第三段“Our two-day workshop will give them a solid foundation of etiquette and manners as well as help prepare your teen for the many new social and business situations they will face as young adults. It will provide them with the self-confidence, enthusiasm, and motivation that are essential as they move into the next phase of their lives.(我们为期两天的研讨会将给他们提供一个坚实的礼仪和礼仪基础，同时帮助你的孩子为他们即将面对的许多新的社会和商业环境做好准备。它将为他们提供自信、热情和动力，这些是他们进入生命的下一个阶段所必需的)”可推知，为期两天的研讨会的主要目的是帮助青少年学习社交技能。故选D。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据Day One部分中“Proper Introductions—Handshakes & Eye Contact—Body Language—The Art Of Small Talk—How To Speak In The Right Tone With Clarity—Leadership—Qualities—How To Make A Positive First Impression(恰当的介绍——握手和眼神接触——肢体语言——闲谈的艺术——如何用正确的语调清晰地说话——领导才能——如何给人留下积极的第一印象)”可知，青少年在研讨会第一天会学到如何与某人聊天。故选B。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Fee: $285.00, including snacks, the certificate, and workbooks(费用：$285，包括零食、证书和练习册)”以及最后一段中“Invite a friend to apply for the workshop and you can receive a $10.00 credit toward your course fee.(邀请一个朋友来申请研讨会，你可以得到$10的课程费用优惠)”可知，如果Green邀请一个朋友参加研讨会，他应该付285-10=275美元。故选C。
