(A)
The Internet has opened up a whole new on-line world for us to meet, chat and go where we 25 (never be) before. But just as in face-to-face communication, there are some basic rules of behavior that should 26 (follow) when online. The basic rule is simple: treat others 27 the same way you would want to be treated. Imagine how you’d feel 28 you were in the other person’s shoes.
For anything you’re about to send: ask yourself, “Would I say this to the person’s face?” If the answer is no, rewrite and reread. Repeat the process till you feel sure that you’d feel 29 (comfort) saying the words to the person’s face.
If someone in the chat room is rude to you, your instinct (本能) is to fire back. But try not to do so. You should 30 ignore the person, or use your chat software to block(屏蔽) their messages. If it was caused by a 31 (disagree) with another member, try to fix the situation by politely discussing it. Remember to respect the beliefs and opinions of others in the chat room.
If you do decide to tell someone about a mistake, point it out politely. At the same time, if you find you are wrong, be sure to correct yourself and say sorry to those that you have offended.
It is not polite to ask others personal questions such as their age, sex, and marital status. Unless you know the person very well, and you are both comfortable with 32 (share) personal information, don’t ask such questions.
(B)
In a community, every person counts. 33 (join) in your community is not hard. Find a need or an issue you really care about. Here are just a few ways to make a difference in you community.
People often throw litter in places 34 there is already litter. And problem only becomes worse until someone can’t tolerate it and does something. Get together with your friends to organize a cleanup program. You can pick up trash in a large area 35 (two) a year. Or you could clean a small area every few months. Living in a spruced-up neighborhood will be a reward in itself.
Your special skill or hobby might be 36 (value) than you think. For example, the Giving Strings Orchestra in Ohio gives money from its concerts 37 children’s charities. 11-year-old Jacob Komar gives more than 60 computers he has upgraded and rebuilt to families 38 cannot afford. If you knit or sew, garden 39 raise birds, think about how your hobby can benefit others.
Almost all neighborhoods have a few people who are housebound. They are often elderly. By letting them “borrow” your legs and eyes, you can make them feel 40 (include). You can also read to them if their vision is failing. You can give them friendship that governments can’t provide. That’s what communities are for!
