合作討論I

　Neighbors are the people who live near us. In your opinion, what are the qualities of a good neighbor? Use specific details and examples in your answer.

　　我的思路：

　　Good Neighbors

　　Unless we live in a remote area, we all have neighbors. We are not usually able to choose our neighbors. We can only hope that those who live near us will be people we can get along with. However, in my opinion, that is the minimum requirement of a good neighbor. The best neighbors should not only be able to live side by side without quarreling, but also help each other.

　　The first requirement of a good neighbor is that he does not disturb others in the neighborhood. For example, he should not be too noisy or block others' parking spaces. Second, a good neighbor should cooperate in the care of the neighborhood. Everyone should work together to keep the place clean. Third, neighbors should watch out for each other's security by rep or ting suspicious people who may be trying to steal something and dangerous conditions such as a broken slide on the playground:. Finally, the best neighbors help each other when they are in trouble. Recently, my neighborhood was affected by a strong typhoon. It caused a lot of damage, but all my neighbors showed their concern for each other by sharing food, water and candles, and helping in any way they could.

　　Some people say that "Good fences make good neighbors." But I believe that kindness is repaid with kindness. Also, when we show respect for people it is more likely that they will do the same for us. Therefore, if we want to have good neighbors we first have to be good neighbors.

　　注釋: remote adj. 偏遠的

　　get along with 相處

　　minimum adj. 最低限度的(←→maximum)

　　requirement n. 必要條件

　　side by side一起

　　block v. 阻塞

　　parking space 停車的地方

　　cooperate v. 合作 (= work together )

　　watch out for 留

　　security n 安全

　　report v. 報告;告知

　　suspicious adj. 可疑的

　　slide n. 滑梯

　　playground n. 游樂場;運動場

　　concern n. 關心

　　fence n. 籬笆

　　kindness n. 親切的行為

　　repay v. 報答

合作討論Ⅱ

We all live in a neighbourhood and often have something to do with the neighbourhood committee or the village committee. In the future, some of us may even work with the neighbourhood committee or the village committee. Then in your opinion, what are the main functions and the goals of the neighbourhood committee or the village committee?

　　我的思路：

　　1．About the Neighbourhood Committee

　　The neighbourhood committee is a grassroot mass organization in China. In Chinese residential areas both in cities and towns, there are neighbourhood committees.

　　With the help of local governments, the neighbourhood committees take care of almost every aspect of the residents' life such as birth control, security and hygiene. And the neighbourhood committee not only solves problems in elder residents daily life, but also helps them live a colourful life.

　　There are usually many retired residents who volunteer to serve their neighbours. And many local residents have found that they are increasingly dependent on the various services provided by the neighhourhood committee. Whenever they come to ask for help, they won't be disappointed.

　　Generally, the neighbourhood committee is something uniquely Chinese. It started early, functions well now, and is about to stay for a long time in the future.

　　2．The Saint Botolph Neighborhood Associationed

　　We are a volunteer community organization open to all residents. We strive lo:

　　Foster civic spirit, goodwill and friendship between and among all residents.

　　Promote the general welfare of the neighborhood and protect and upgrade its residential and historical character.

　　Help ensure a clean, safe and well maintained neighborhood, as well as its continued improvement and beautification.

　　Identify and represent the best interests of the neighborhood while serving as a vital communication link with businesses, the City of Boston, and other government agencies on.