eople have trouble learning a new language. How can you help yourself learn a new language, such as English? There are several ways to make learning English a little easier and more interesting.

　　 The first step is to feel confident about learning English. If you believe that you can learn, you will learn. Be patient. You don't have to understand everything all at once. It is natural to make mistakes when you learn something new. We can learn from our mistakes.

　　 The second step is to practise your English. For example, write in a diary every day. You will get used to writing in English, and you will feel comfortable expressing your ideas in English. After several weeks, you will see that your writing is improving. Besides, you must speak English every day. You can practise with your classmates after class. You will all make mistakes, but gradually you will become comfortable communicating in English.

　　 The third step is to keep a record of your language learning. You can write this in your diary. After each class, think about what you did. Did you answer a question correctly? Did you understand anything the teacher explained? Perhaps the lesson was difficult，but you tried to understand it. Write these achievements (成就) in your diary.

　　 You must be active in learning English and believe that you can do it. It is important to practise every day and make a record of your achievements. You will enjoy learning English, and you will have more confidence in yourself.

　　【语篇解读】　有人学习一门外语很容易，但是有的人很难学好一门外语。本文就怎样学习英语，使它更有趣、更容易提出了几点建议。

　　5．When you learn English, you do not need to ________.

　　 A．be patient

　　B．make mistakes

　　 C．express your ideas in English

　　D．understand everything at once

答案与解析：D　细节理解题。根据文中第二段"You don't have to understand everything all at once."可知，当你学习英