pool party, or holiday open house? Better yet, you might even consider throwing a get-together in their honor. Deliver the invitations in person to everyone who lives on your street and chat with each for five minutes before moving on to the next house. This way, you will get an idea of what your neighbors are like so that you can plan for appropriate food and music.

5. ___________ In a good relationship, it's really the little things that count. Help to bring in the mail for the elderly neighbor when there is a heavy rain. When your neighbor forgets to take in his rubbish cans, roll them back into his yard. If you're truly concerned, you'll know when your neighbor needs some cheering up - a bunch of flowers or a helping hand when it's needed. All it takes to develop your relationship with neighbors is the respect for their feelings.

A. Be a good listener.

B. Care about the details.

C. Strike up a conversation.

D. Make time for friendships.

E. Reach out to the newcomers.

F. Avoid causing inconveniences

【答案】

1. C 据本段第一句Often neighbors don't even know each other's names. But it's okay to be the one to break the ice , even if you've lived next door for years.邻居之间甚至都不知道对方的名字，但是打破沉默是很好的。可知作者建议我们要主动开始于邻居对话，因为沟通是最好的相互理解的方法。所以C项符合本段中心思想。

2.E 据本段第二句But your new neighbors may be feeling lonely and unsure, especially if they're far from home, and might appreciate a friendly face bearing fresh-baked chocolate cakes.得知新来的邻居可能会感觉到孤单，尤其是当他们远离家人的时候。再根据本段最后一句Such random acts of consideration will have your neighbors talking - and the talk will be good.可知作者建议我们和他们进行交流。也就是说E项要和新邻居交流符合本段中心思想。

3.F 根据本段中的Return anything that you borrow from a neighbor及时归还你向