填空题 Everyone needs a break, and vacations are not meant for serious study. 1 The Spring Festival is coming up so this is the perfect time to discuss some great English language literature to take on a long train journey.
Before getting into the recommendations, you need to determine your English reading comprehension level. If you"re at the beginner"s level, there are two options: reading a children"s book or reading a book that you"ve read in Chinese translation. 2 If you"re at the intermediate level, popular books like pop fiction, mysteries and thrillers are good options. For advanced readers, classic works of literature or modern prize winners (Nobel, Pulitzer) are good options.
3 When I pick up a book I like, even though the first few chapters are really hard to get through, I would try to get accustomed to the language the author uses. Generally, after the first few chapters, things get a lot easier, especially if I get involved in the story.
Another great way to keep yourself motivated is to find a friend who"s interested in reading the same book. You can make goals that you both want to achieve. 4
Some quick recommendations: Harry Potter , start with the first book and go on from there; the Narnia series; anything by U.S. writer Michael Crichton; and if you like horror, U.S. writer Stephen King is always unusual and fun. 5 Happy reading!
A. If you pick a book which is so challenging, it will be too stressful.
B. The most important thing is to pick a book that you"re really interested in.
C. You may also enjoy your reading when hanging out with your family.
D. You should just find a topic or author you"re interested in, and the rest will go from there.
E. You can also discuss plot lines or vocabulary issues with each other by SMS or e-mail.
F. Instead, they"re a great way to take a break and enjoy a good book.
G. This will help you get over any unfamiliar words or phrases, since you"re already familiar with the story.