Integrity and harmony are traditional Chinese virtues. “Harmony” is demonstrated in various aspects. In regard to interpersonal relations, traditional Chinese thoughts hold that “Harmony is most precious” and “A family that lives in harmony will prosper”. A harmonious social environment can be created based on these principles. As for relations between human beings and nature, people should learn to understand, respect and protect nature. Harmony is essential to interpersonal relations, relations between human beings and society, as well as between human beings and nature. Nowadays, harmonious development is still the way of running the country and managing talented personnel. With the development of China’s society, economy and culture, the idea of “harmony” goes even deeper into people’s hearts. China is on its way toward the goal of building a harmonious socialist society.
Section B
Reading skills
1
1B 2 C 3 B 4 D
Reading Comprehension
2
1 B 2 C 3 D 4 C
5 D 6 A 7 D 8 B
Language focus
Words in use
4
1 encountered 2 switch
3 complaints 4 volunteered
5 perceive 6 prevail
7 ignorant 8 prompt
9 threaten 10 randomly
Expressions in use
5
1cropped up
2 cut in line
3 pointed to