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1、Improving job satisfaction
Job satisfaction is important for living a stress free life as we spend most of our time at workplace. For most people lack of job satisfaction usually depends on certain factors such as poor job profile, poor salary raise, slow career advancement, poor organizational culture etc. Here are some tips to help you improve your job satisfaction.
Find out the reasons
In order to get job satisfaction, you will have to identify which factor is contributing to your lack of job satisfaction firstly. So reflect on this, and also know what attracted you to this job as this will help you to better understand why job satisfaction lacks.
Develop positive attitude
Having done this background work, you can now start working towards improving job satisfaction. Identify certain positive factors in your job profile and focus on those to start with. This will make you to fall in love with your work. Don't just look at your work as a source of income but have involvement in it.
Take challenges
Most of us like challenges, so take up a challenge like volunteering yourself for a new project. Give your 100% to the project. Work hard but take a few short breaks for refreshing yourself. Try your hands on second one and work more hard. Focus on quality of work. Quality of the work is of utmost importance as it reflects on your capability.
It is very important how you get along with people around you including your supervisor, co- workers and others. If your supervisor is not cooperative or doesn't give you a free hand, feel free to tell him/ her so respectfully and assertively. Also, show an interest and inclination to help your co-worker and support your supervisor for attaining your team's goal.
A. Deal with people at work place
B. Be in the company of positive colleagues
C. The first step towards this is to develop positive attitude.
D. Also, knowing your job well will help you to perform well.
E. Don't get discouraged if the project doesn't turn out to be as you expected.
F. Also, make it a point to thank your supervisor or a co-worker for their help or encouragement to you.
G. You realise you are not satisfied with your job when you drag your feet to workplace every Monday.
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2、Artificial intelligence becoming self-aware and exterminating (消灭) the human race is a common theme in science fiction. But the levels of high intelligence that AI could reach is a real concern among some scientists. But with more talk of AI and smart devices in the home, what are the positives of bringing these things into your life?
Hans Rosling, a professor of international health, once spoke about the impact and changes that the washing machine made. The once tough task of cleaning clothes by hand was taken on by a machine and freed up more time for other activities. There are so many smart devices that you can fill your home with. Imagine waking up to find a piping hot, freshly brewed cup of coffee, spotless floors that have been recently cleaned and the house set to the perfect temperature. With smart devices, these things can happen while you sleep. The potential to pre-program and automate parts of your life means that you can focus on other tasks in your life.
But there is a difference between smart devices and AI. Smart devices are the things that get on with the tasks, while AI can ‘think' or interact, and can be used to control the smart devices. There are many voice-activated AI systems which can control the smart devices around your home. You can ask these devices to start making coffee, dim the lights when they' re too bright or even make sure the house is secure. You can inquire as to the weather outside, ask them to play music or search the internet for you when you have a burning question about history or the latest cooking recipes. Some of these devices even have a sense of humour, and upon asking them certain questions, they will retort (反驳). In short, in some ways, they can act as company.
But how far will it go? Well, we already have self- driving cars and sentient tech that can automatically order the delivery of certain products to restock our fridge when we' re running low, but often in films and games we see humanoid robots taking over all of the domestic duties. It seems for now, that those things only live in our imaginations, but we could be seeing them sooner than we think.
(1)、What concerns some scientists about AI?A、It will reach high levels. B、It will retort when asked. C、It will take over the earth. D、It will live in imaginations.(2)、What is the difference between smart devices and AI?A、AI systems get on with tasks. B、Smart devices can control AI system. C、Smart devices can be controlled by voice. D、AI implies a level of thinking or interaction.(3)、What's the writer's attitude to the future of AI?A、Objective. B、Hopeful. C、Doubtful. D、Indifferent.(4)、What can be the best title for the passage?A、The Future of AI and Smart Devices B、The Wonders of Smart Devices and AI C、AI and Smart Devices: Changing Our Lives D、Benefits of AI and Smart Devices in Daily Life -
3、In a classroom in rural Kenya' s Rift Valley, a student, Priscilla Sitienei, takes notes alongside her fellow classmates. She wears the same school uniform. However, there is something different.
Sitienei is more than 80 years older than them. February 11 was Sitienei's ninety-ninth birthday. "The main reason for my returning to school was that I would like to become a doctor because I used to be a midwife," she said. She added that her children supported her decision.
Back in 2003, the government of the East African country began helping to pay for the cost of primary schooling. This has allowed some older members of society, who had missed out on education in their younger days, to go back to school.
This has given Sitienei more than an education. She has become a film star. Sitienei travelled to Paris last year for the launch of a film about her journey. It is titled Gogo, which means grandmother in her native Kalenjin language. She will also be heading to New York City soon for a showing of the film there.
Sitienei is in her sixth year of primary school. She said her aims were far more practical than becoming a movie star. She said, "I also enjoy school activities, including physical education classes. They keep me fit. I get to jump around, even though not as much as they do, but I at least move my body. That is my joy."
Sitienei shares her wide experience and knowledge with the children. Her teachers also use her experience to keep the peace during lessons. Her class teacher, Leonida Talaam, said, "I use Sitienei to help control the class. And it works! When I go outside, the class remains silent."
(1)、Why does Sitienei go to school at such an old age?A、To inspire others. B、To return to society. C、To take up a new career. D、To help teachers control the class.(2)、Why will Sitienei go to New York City?A、Her movie will come out there. B、She wants to keep fit. C、She wants to meet her grandma. D、She wants to learn the native language.(3)、Which of the following best describes Sitienei?A、Dependent and friendly. B、Creative and warm-hearted. C、Honest and humorous. D、Energetic and ambitious.(4)、How does Sitienei help her teachers control the class?A、Speak loudly to keep order in class. B、Organize school activities to work out. C、Stop the students from going out. D、Inspire the students to obey the rules. -
4、William Lindesay, a famous Great Wall expert and conservationist, and his wife Wu Qi have traveled the globe by the back paths, providing their sons with a unique growing environment. Sun hats, backpacks and sneakers (运动鞋) — these are the day-to-day must-haves for the family.
Most of their trips seem far from relaxing — cultural study in the hot and dry desert, a 53-kilometer hiking tour of New Zealand, a one-day climb to three English mountaintops and a six- day train ride from Beijing to Moscow.
Many assume the family must be wealthy and can afford their global travel, but they are not. Lindesay says they just choose to spend money on travel and avoid pricey hotels and restaurants where possible. Lindesay mentions the trip to Moscow as an example. Instead of taking a taxi from the railway station to the hotel, they took the subway. "We crossed the city for saving money, communicated with local people, and saw they are people just like us, everywhere. We arrived at our destination feeling comfortable."
However, their journeys, which can last weeks or months, have sometimes been inconsistent with their children's schooling. Wu remembers once Lindesay let their elder son ask for leave so that they could go to New York for a 45-day lecture tour. Therefore the son missed his final exam. Things like that bother the family all the time.
Lindesay attaches great importance to learning out of the classroom, saying that children might score well on school tests, but traveling outside, in distant lands with different languages, cultures, and political structures, is the real test. "You can only get streetwise on the street. You can only get worldly-wise when seeing the world," he says.
(1)、How can we describe the Lindesays' trips?A、Pleasant. B、Relaxing C、Challenging. D、Dangerous.(2)、What does the underlined word "inconsistent" in paragraph 4 mean?A、Distinct. B、Apparent. C、Remarkable. D、Efficient.(3)、What problem does the family meet when traveling?A、They suffer from a tight budget. B、They miss some lessons and exams. C、They hold different educational ideas. D、They are faced with language barriers.(4)、Which statement may Lindesay agree with according to the last paragraph?A、Actions speak louder than words. B、Toughness is the best assistant of will. C、Man who travels far knows more. D、There is no royal road to learning. -
5、Jobs for Teens
Teenagers earn more than just money at a part-time job, they also earn experience, financial independence, responsibility, and savings for college. Here are some popular jobs for teens to earn extra money while getting valuable experience for the future.
Babysitting
Babysitting is a true way for any teenager who enjoys kids to make money. Neighbors, family friends, and relatives with small children often need help and want someone they know and trust. In order to offer more valuable services, teens can take classes on dealing with possible dangerous situations.
Coffee Shop
If your teen enjoys coffee, music, laptops, and people, then working as a waiter at a coffee shop can be a great part-time job choice. Coffee shops often offer a peaceful atmosphere (氛围) perfect for people watching. Besides, he can earn tips (小费)! If your teen wants to serve people, working at a coffee shop part-time could be the job for him.
Dog-Walking
Many elderly neighbors, friends on vacation, and people who work long hours need help washing and walking their pets. If your teen enjoys working with animals and is responsible for his work, then this is the job for him. His part-time business will begin to pick up once he sets himself up as a reliable animal lover.
Food Services
If your teen loves communicating with people, restaurant employment might be right for her. She can choose from such positions as cashier, server, food runner, dish washer, and prep cook. Food industry positions can help your teen develop people skills, self-respect, and responsibility, while enjoying a bit of socializing.
(1)、Which job is especially fit for kid lovers?A、Babysitting. B、Coffee Shop. C、Dog-Walking. D、Food Services.(2)、What can be obtained in Food Services?A、More tips. B、Social skills. C、Peaceful atmosphere. D、Sense of responsibility.(3)、What is the writer's purpose of writing the passage?A、To give teachers some advice. B、To develop teenagers' responsibility. C、To advocate teenagers to do part-time job. D、To introduce some jobs for teenagers' parents. -
6、学校英语报上刊登了署名Erik的求助信,讲述进入高中后面临学习压力和交友困难。假定你是李华,请你给Eric写一封邮件,内容包括:
(1)表示理解;
(2)提出建议(至少两条)。
注意:
(1)写作词数应为80左右;(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear Eric,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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7、即使是一个小小的善意行为也会对整个社会带来影响。
Even a small act of kindness will to the whole society.
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8、就我个人而言,比起韩国菜,我更偏爱意大利菜。
Personally speaking, I've always Italian food Korean food.
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9、正是在那时他决定申请当一名志愿者。
It was at that moment he decided to to be a.
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10、要是明天下雨怎么办呢?
it rains tomorrow?
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11、我们要去游泳,你为什么不一起去?
We're going for a swim. Why don't you ?
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12、我遇到了一些困难,但与你的困难比起来就算不上什么了。
I've had some difficulties, but they were nothing yours.
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13、她认为能受邀在此演讲,是莫大的荣幸。
She thinks a great honor to be invited to speak here.
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14、We stood for a few moments, (欣赏) the view. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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15、I think you have to find an inner (力量) in order to feel good about yourself. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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16、Scientists are working on developing the next (一代) of supercomputers. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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17、I finally made (联系) with her in Paris. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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18、As a nurse, she always has a sense of (责任). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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19、Many students have r for the courses to earn more credits. (根据首字母单词拼写)
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20、That is why Spanish is the main o language of Peru. (根据首字母单词拼写)