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1、 阅读理解
I had a good job. No, a great job in a marketing division of a Fortune 500 company. Besides developing much of the sale and marketing literature for the company, I organized luxury travel trips for top salespeople to Hawaii and Spain on the largest tour ships in the world. However, after working for this first-class company for fourteen years, I got to think about what it would be like to design a job around what I enjoyed most and spend more time with my wife and sons.
My wife was a stay-at-home mom, so I would sacrifice (牺牲) our only income and insurance for nothing more than a pipe dream. Yet, after conducting extensive research, reading books on how to launch a business as a copywriter, the goal slowly developed.
At thirty-seven, I had an opportunity to chase a dream—to run a home-based business and spend more time with my family. While spending more time with my family, I launched my copywriting business in June 1991, 32 years ago.
Looking back, leaving the Fortune 500 company is one of the best decisions I've made. And, while working with clients, sharpening my writing skills on multiple subjects, and winning twelve writing awards, I had the honor to add these achievements to the resume of my life. I watched my sons grow up, played hundreds of unscheduled backyard baseball games and learned it's more fun to play football in the rain.
How would I have benefited if I had never taken a break from my corporate career? Life provides windows of' opportunity, but they close quickly. For me, to remain in that first-class company during this "window" came at a price too high. I wasn't willing to exchange more of my family life for my professional life.
(1)、What can we know about the author?A、He showed great love for his family. B、His company was going out of business. C、His salary was very low in his company. D、He couldn't adapt to the working environment.(2)、What did the author intend to do after leaving his job?A、To become a house husband. B、To be a distinguished scholar. C、To engage in fiction writing. D、To establish his own company.(3)、What does the author say in paragraph 4?A、His decision to resign showed great will. B、His leaving the job offered a high return. C、His dream of being a rich man came true. D、His exchange for family life was valueless.(4)、What can be a suitable title for the text?A、Any Dream Is Worth Pursuing B、Family Needs Our Company C、Every Decision Has a Price D、Writing Makes One Content -
2、 阅读理解
The following are our monthly top picks among the recent nonfiction publication.
Four Battlegrounds
By Paul Scharre
Scharre examines the trends and expectations for the future applications of AI, whose battlegrounds are data, computing power, talent, and institutions. This study of the struggle over AI is well-written, widely sourced, and detailed. Readers knowledgeable about computer science will find it clarifying, while others will gain understanding of an important subject.
Saving Time
By Jenny Odell
With Saving Time, Odell aims at our concept of time. The idea of making as much output as possible from our time is fully rooted in modern life. Odell mixes cited research, philosophy, ecology, and history, finding the hidden markers of time along the highways and coast of her Bay Area home. Saving Time will find a long life on any library's shelves.
Wisdom of the Wild
By Sheri Mabry
This title provides easygoing spiritual guidance inspired by everyday wonders of the natural world. Each section concentrates on an aspect of nature with a desirable quality, consisting of a one-page, science-based observation with advice and encouragement. Readers seeking inspiration will appreciate this charming offering.
Microjoys
By Cyndie Spiegel
During hard times, Spiegel began searching for a way to gently hold sadness in one hand and joy in the other. In a series of thoughtful essays, Spiegel begins with observations about various experiences, opening her heart to share emotional events made by what she calls "microjoys". And finally, she urges readers to open their hearts and welcome glimpses (一瞥) of joy and beauty.
(1)、Whose book should you read if you are a fan of future technology?A、Paul Scharre's. B、Jenny Odell's. C、Sheri Mabry's. D、Cyndie Spiegel's.(2)、Which book gives advice on how to obtain inspiration from nature?A、Microjoys. B、Saving Time. C、Four Battlegrounds. D、Wisdom of the Wild.(3)、What is the book Microjoys mainly about?A、Getting life lessons from nature. B、Pressing hard for more time in life. C、Learning the power in the age of AI. D、Finding the bright side when life is uneasy. -
3、 第二节 阅读下面材料, 根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写词数应为150左右。
Every October, my neighborhood has a Halloween costume contest. And every October, my neighbor Ollie and I race to the announcement board in the park to find out the theme. One year, the theme was " Dress up as your favorite book character. " Another year, it was " Be something scary. " But this year, the theme was kind of, well, themeless.
" Be creative? " I said, reading the announcement board. " That' s not really a theme, is it? "
Ollie hopped off his skateboard s to get a closer look. " You' re right," he agreed. " I think my favorite theme ever was ‘Superheroes' . I loved my Super-Force Flying Eagles costume so much, I kept that thing hanging in my close t for years!"
" My favorite theme was ‘Farm Animals' . " I giggled. " Remember how you insisted on being a Stegosaurus (剑龙)? "
" When I was five, dinosaurs were my world. " Ollie laughed. " I would have loved to see a Stegosaurus out grazing with the cows. "
" Now that' s the creative spirit we need for this challenge!" I said. " Maybe, since we don' t know exactly what we want to be yet, we should start by choosing some cool costume-making materials. "
" I' ve got it!" Ollie said, scooping up a bunch of fallen leaves.
" Really? " I said. " You' re going to make an entire costume out of leaves? "
" Why not? " he said, scooping up some more.
" They' re totally free, and I can guarantee, no one will be a tree as great as me. "
" Don' t you mean, a tree as great as we? " I grinned.
" Um, first, that grammar doesn' t sound right," said Ollie. " And second, no way! Think of your own creative ideas. "
" Aw, come on," I said. " You should be flattered that I like your idea so much. Plus, I just thought of the perfect way to make branches. "
Finally, Ollie said OK.
注意:1. 续写词数应为150左右;2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1: We ended up filling two jumbo bags with different kinds of leaves.
Paragraph 2: Then the big moment came.
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4、 假定你是校报英语版总编李华,你邀请到了美国环保专家White教授作主题为" Livingin Harmony with Nature" 的讲座。请你在讲座前简要发言,内容包括:
1. 相关介绍;2. 注意事项。
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 fellow students,
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5、 阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Fireworks are essentially rockets in their simplest form. They produce noise, light and smoke, and sometimes they even explode sending up floating materials, like confetti (五彩纸屑). They can be designed to burn in all different colors and patterns, so people often set off a number of them in an effort (create) an interesting fireworks display or show.
Historians believe fireworks (appear) for the first time in ancient China in the second century B. C. , when they were made from bamboo stalks and gunpowder that would explode when (throw) into a fire. They were said to drive away evil spirits. By the 15th century, fireworks had become popular in Europe, (common) used for religious festivals and public entertainment. And when the U. S. settlers left Europe, they brought fireworks with them and made them a (centre) part of the first Independence Day, tradition still followed today.
Fireworks are wildly popular, they have been linked to air pollution increases, and (expert) are concerned about their negative effects wildlife. Although they' re fleeting and infrequent, fireworks shows spray out a toxic concoction (混合物) that rains down quietly into lakes, rivers, and bays throughout the country. Many of the chemicals in fireworks are also persistent in the environment, means they stubbornly sit there instead of breaking down.
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6、 阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、 B、 C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
After my mother suffered from Alzheimer's disease(阿尔茨海默病), the plants in our house began to die. In years past, I remember the deep, earthy smell that would 1 in our house after my mother had made her weekly watering rounds. Back then, I never connected it with the care that was at the 2 of everything she did.
But now, leaves were 3 , some dry and edged with brown, and many of the stems(茎) bare. It was a mark of how my mother can no longer attend to all the things that she lovingly cared for. I was so focused on the increasing 4 of her own care that her beloved plants had escaped my 5 .
I began her old rounds, pouring water into the thirsty soil, and soon the plants 6 . That's the thing about houseplants: They demand nothing. They wait quietly, no matter how 7 they are. But even after my best 8 , some of the plants couldn't survive. My mother's kind caregivers have since brought new ones to add to her 9 , and my father buys fresh flowers every week.
Though Alzheimer's disease 10 so much of her memory, her desire to care is still there. I would guide her down the steps to water the plants herself. I watched as her shaking hands picked the brown leaves. Each time, she smiled up at me with 11 satisfaction because being able to 12 something is still, what brings her the greatest joy.
I look at plants 13 these days. I see them as my mother does:14 reminders of the need for kindness toward all living things. It is clear to me that the things we spend a lifetime 15 are never truly lost and the love she has planted in me still blooms(开花).
(1)A 、 pile on B 、 rise up C 、 come over D 、 wander off(2)A 、 beginning B 、 top C 、 foundation D 、 thought(3)A 、 dropping B 、 appearing C 、 turning D 、 waving(4)A 、 processes B 、 possibilities C 、 goals D 、 demands(5)A 、 desire B 、 memory C 、 protection D 、 notice(6)A 、 recovered B 、 absorbed C 、 dried D 、 shone(7)A 、 lonely B 、 helpless C 、 thirsty D 、 anxious(8)A 、 contributions B 、 attempts C 、 choices D 、 explorations(9)A 、 collection B 、 love C 、 sharing D 、 amusement(10)A 、 recalls B 、 hides C 、 steals D 、 escapes(11)A 、 deep B 、 passing C 、 slight D 、 longing(12)A 、 live with B 、 find out C 、 care for D 、 focus on(13)A 、 definitely B 、 curiously C 、 strangely D 、 differently(14)A 、 final B 、 quiet C 、 permanent D 、 quick(15)A 、 growing B 、 seeking C 、 expecting D 、 saving -
7、 根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Be Funny?
Humor can help you connect with other people and make unpleasant situations a little more bearable. But it' s not that hard once you tap into your inner sense of humor. Even if you don' t think you' re naturally funny, there are things you can do to make yourself and other people laugh.
Learn from funny people. You can expand your reach a good deal by listening to other funny people. Whether they' re professional comedians, your parents, your kids, or your boss, learning from the funny people in your life is a key step towards being a funny person. Look for what you admire most in these people.
Broaden your factual knowledge for joke material. They may be your amazing knowledge of 17th-century poetry, your familiarity with fishing trips that went wrong, etc. Whatever the material is, it needs to resonate(引起共鸣)with your audience.
Being funny doesn' t come in a one-size-fits-all package. What makes you funny is unique to you and the way you observe the world. Trust that you do have a funny bone; as babies, we laugh from four months of age, and all children express humor naturally from the kindergarten age, using humor to entertain themselves and others. It' s already in you. You just need to bring it out!
Read, read, read. Get your hands on everything that is funny, and consume it like your mom told you not to. Chemists become chemists by reading and practicing chemistry. Sports writers become sports writers by reading and writing about sports.
A. Strike while the iron is hot.
B. Trust in your inner sense of humor.
C. Observe the funnier things these people say or do.
D. Being funny might seem to take a great deal of work.
E. It' s much easier to find funny moments in familiar material.
F. You' ll become a humorous person by reading and practicing jokes.
G. The better you know someone, the easier it will be to make them laugh.
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8、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
Researchers from The University of Queensland(UQ)have helped design a new app to protect birds at risk of extinction across the world by eliminating language barriers among scientists. The Bird Language Diversity web app will help provide a " birds eye view" , ensuring vital information is shared to improve worldwide conservation.
UQ' s Dr Pablo Negret said the research team analysed more than 10,000 bird species, and found that 1,587 species have 10 languages or more spoken within their distributions. " Scientific information on species can be spread across different languages, but valuable information can go missing or get lost in translation," Dr Negret said. " Without enough sharing of information, this can affect the effectiveness of conservation measures. "
Take the common bird Pochard for example. It is classified as vulnerable species(易危种)and crosses 108 countries in Europe, Asia and north Africa, where a total of 75 official languages are spoken. The survival of the common Pochard, and so many other species, depends on effective cooperation and policy agreements among people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
This app reveals where threatened and migratory birds exist geographically, in relation to the language spoken in those regions. " We hope the app will encourage researchers and conservation organisations to interact with their peers in other regions, especially if they speak different languages, and be a starting point to allow everyone to work together to protect threatened species," Dr Negret said.
Dr Tatsuya Amano, a researcher and the co-author of the paper, said this work could extend further than bird species. " Any species, whether they' re mammals, amphibians(两栖动物), or plants, with a range crossing multiple countries will be impacted by language barriers, as well as species that migrate across different countries, such as marine species and butterflies," he said. " The significance of the impact of poor communication on such an important issue is evident, and is the reason why we' re working hard to improve science communication across languages. "
(1)、What does the underlined word " eliminating" in paragraph 1 mean?A、Giving in to. B、Coming across. C、Putting up with. D、Breaking down.(2)、What is the function of adequate sharing of information?A、Ensuring the effectiveness of protective measures. B、Helping people know more about scientists' efforts. C、Spreading knowledge of the diversity of birds worldwide. D、Compromising the effectiveness of conservation measures.(3)、What is shown on the app?A、The producer of the app. B、The organizations involved. C、The location of endangered birds. D、The information of new geographers.(4)、What can be the best title for the text?A、Birds Protection Is an Urgency B、A New Bird App Spreads Its Wings C、A New Bird App Helps Learn Languages D、Poor Communication Impacts Cooperation -
9、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
Why do children learn so quickly? Is it simply a necessity, or is a child' s brain more capable of taking in new information than an adult' s brain?
" It is a common way of thinking that ‘children are like sponges' and have the magical ability to learn new skills faster than an adult, but there are some misconceptions here, " said Debbie Raven, a researcher at the University of Chester. " A child' s cognitive (认知的) development is age-related and, naturally, children perform worse than their older peers in most areas. However, there are times when being young brings an advantage, and this is especially true around their earliest years.
This advantage is largely due to neuroplasticity, meaning the brain' s ability to form and change its connections, pathways and wiring based on experiences. Neuroplasticity is what gives children the capacity to learn-and, if necessary, unlearn-habits, routines, approaches and actions very quickly. This ability is most constant and rapid before a child' s fifth birthday, when much of what they encounter or experience is novel. " This ability to learn quickly is connected to several areas, including plasticity, their experiences with adults, their environment, and their biological drive to explore, " Raven said. " Childhood is a place where children spend their time catching up with adults' more sophisticated abilities. "
Language learning, in particular, is an area where children often have a huge advantage over adults. This is largely because " babies are able to tune in to the rhythm and sounds used in their native language, and can therefore become fluent speakers by the age of four. " This ability can help young children learn a second or third language with apparent ease, Raven said.
In a research paper, the authors suggest that " human babies are born seeing and hearing linguistic information that older children and adults miss, although they lose this ability with more experience in their environments. Moreover, babies can " discriminate speech sounds and tones used in al of the world' s languages, making them open to al input, regardless of the linguistic environment they are born into.
(1)、Why does Raven make the remarks in paragraph 2?A、To prove a new theory. B、To share personal experience. C、To correct a wrong belief. D、To solve long-held confusion.(2)、What' s one feature of " neuroplasticity" ?A、It enables children to break a habit quickly. B、It accompanies a person all through his life. C、It is entirely based on a kid' s past experiences. D、It disappears soon after a child' s fifth birthday.(3)、What impacts kids' quick learning ability according to Raven?A、Their brain structure. B、Their habits and routines. C、Their parents' experiences. D、Their inborn desire to explore.(4)、What does the author mainly talk about in the last two paragraphs?A、Why children are talented language learners. B、What are the proper ways of learning languages. C、When is the best time to learn foreign languages. D、How environments can influence language learning. -
10、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
If there' s one thing I' ve realized since becoming a male college student, it' s that finding a summer job is nearly impossible. I've applied to so many places and I' ve experienced so many interviews, but I always either get straight-up refusal or never hear from the company again.
One time, I even called one of the companies multiple times, but the manager avoided me. I was close to giving up. I felt like I was the only one struggling hard. I had a pretty good resume, and I always dressed nicely for my interviews, so why couldn' t I get a job?
Well, the reason is actually right in front of me—I am a student. Companies generally want students who can work all year long, but most of them aren' t willing to be flexible with schedules. I couldn' t tell you how many times interviewers told me that they were looking for someone permanent.
I tried looking for jobs marked as temporary ones. And I even once tried to apply through a temporary agency. But it didn' t work. Even if I wanted to work during the school year, none of the companies wanted to hire me because of my limited weekday availability. And despite not knowing if I could juggle (尽量兼顾) both school and a job, I even started to tell interviewers that I would like to work during the school year and give up my weekends. But I had no luck.
I' m not sure if there are others like me out there. But if you are going through something similar, what I want to tell you is to keep on trying. Despite being rejected so many times, I still applied for any job that I was qualified for. I even started my job search before the semester ended to get ahead. Eventually, I got my ideal summer job.
I know it' s frustrating, and you may feel like you' ve tried everything—that' s how I' ve felt for a long time. And now, with companies requiring years of experience, it' s even harder to get a job if you' re someone like me. But don' t give up. Keep searching and applying, sign up for sites that send you job offers and look on the university' s website for on-campus jobs.
(1)、What does the author want to convey in paragraph 2?A、His brilliant academic records. B、The cause of his unemployment. C、His jobless confusion in summer. D、The social prejudice to graduates.(2)、Why did the temporary agency fail the author?A、He was troubled with schoolwork. B、He was thought to have tight work time. C、He was unwilling to balance study and work. D、He was regarded as an inexperienced student.(3)、What can be concluded from paragraph 5?A、Well begun is half done. B、Actions speak louder than words. C、Everything comes to him who waits. D、All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.(4)、What is the author' s main purpose in writing the last paragraph?A、To give advice. B、To correct an error. C、To compare occupations. D、To recall regrettable experiences. -
11、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
Embrace Diversity: 2024 International Cultural Festival
Welcome to the 2024 International Cultural Festival, a celebration of diversity, unity, and global harmony! This year' s festival promises to be a spectacular showcase of cultures from around the world, bringing people together to appreciate the richness and uniqueness of each heritage.
Cultural Extravaganza:
Join us for a mesmerizing journey through the diverse cultures represented at the festival. From captivating dance performances to tantalizing culinary delights, the International Cultural Festival is a feast for the senses. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, enchanting music, and the spirit of camaraderie that transcends borders.
Interactive Workshops:
Engage in hands-on activities and workshops that offer a deeper understanding of various cultures. From traditional art and craft demonstrations to language tasters, these interactive sessions provide a unique opportunity to learn and appreciate the slight differences that make each culture special.
Global Marketplace:
Explore the Global Marketplace, where you can shop for unique handicrafts, traditional clothing, and exotic spices. This is a chance to support local artisans and take home a piece of the world' s cultural tapestry.
Educational Forums:
Research on deeply thought-provoking discussions and presentations on the importance of cultural diversity in today' s interconnected world. Learn how embracing different perspectives can foster understanding and tolerance, and ultimately contribute to global peace.
The 2024 International Cultural Festival is not just an event; it' s a celebration of the shared humanity that unites us all. Mark your calendars and join us in promoting harmony through cultural diversity. Let' s make this festival a memorable testament to the beauty of our global tapestry.
(1)、What is the main focus of the 2024 International Cultural Festival?A、Sports competition. B、Cultural diversity celebration. C、Technological advancements. D、Political symposium.(2)、What can visitors experience in the Interactive Workshops section?A、Cooking competitions. B、Scientific experiments. C、Virtual reality games. D、Practical cultural activities.(3)、Why are Educational Forums included in the festival?A、To emphasize the significance of cultural diversity. B、To discuss global economic policies. C、To promote traditional Chinese culture. D、To organize cultural competitions. -
12、 假定你是李华,你校将于下周三下午在学校礼堂为本校高三学生举办成人礼。请你写一封邮件邀请在你校做交换生的好友Terry参加,内容包括:
1. 时间和地点;
2. 参加人员;
3. 邀请的原因。
注意:
1. 词数100左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:成人礼:coming-of-age ceremony
Dear Terry,
Sincerely yours,
Li Hua
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13、阅读下面材料,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
There was a state (call) Zhou (周) in the Chinese history. One day, the king of Zhou asked his officials for advice on (deal) with prisoners of war. An official said, "If you love someone, you (suppose) to love even the crows on the roof of his house. The prisoners of war are enemies fighting us. In my opinion, we' d better kill them all."
But the king didn' t agree with him. "I think we should treat the prisoners of war (different) by differing them into those are guilty or not. The guilty ones will be sentenced to death in order to avoid future disasters."
Then another one said, "Your majesty, I think all the prisoners should be set free and sent back home to work in the fields and support (them) by their own labor. , you should keep strictly the rules for reward and (punish). The people are sure to believe in you if you govern our country by morals and laws."
The king thought the official' s proposal was quite reasonable so he accepted and followed it. As a result, domestic situation soon settled down and gradually the country became stronger.
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14、完形填空
I received a phone call from a credit card company. With the craziness of the holidays, I had missed a 1 . The agent I spoke with was 2 and we actually chatted about life and 3 and the craziness it can cause in one' s life. All in all, the 4 phone call was probably only about forty-five 5 , including making a payment.
A few days later, as I' m walking to6 the mail, I notice a box from an online7 delivery company. My first thought is, "Oh, no, someone8 a package." I pick it up to see if the9 is close so I can drop it off. To my surprise, it not only has my address but my10 !
I take it inside. And I' m not going to 11 here; I' m already teary-eyed. When I open the box, there are roses in a beautiful vase. I find the 12 and the surprises just keep coming. Not only have I got flowers, but they are from a complete 13 in a different state!
The agent has sent me flowers with a note of 14 from one mom to another. I cry like a baby. I' m so 15 that not only a stranger but someone I only talked to for less than an hour took the time to 16 me some encouragement and flowers!
To that 17 , wherever you are, I hope you know you 18 my day. It is things like this that 19 me that while there is trouble and hate in the world, there is also generosity and 20 for our fellow man.
(1)A 、 chance B 、 payment C 、 shot D 、 conference(2)A 、 embarrassed B 、 tolerant C 、 understanding D 、 delightful(3)A 、 motherhood B 、 childhood C 、 likelihood D 、 neighborhood(4)A 、 average B 、 strange C 、 expected D 、 total(5)A 、 hours B 、 minutes C 、 seconds D 、 weeks(6)A 、 reach B 、 take C 、 check D 、 answer(7)A 、 flower B 、 food C 、 snack D 、 toy(8)A 、 sent B 、 posted C 、 claimed D 、 misdelivered(9)A 、 account B 、 postbox C 、 package D 、 address(10)A 、 credit B 、 name C 、 resume D 、 status(11)A 、 complain B 、 boast C 、 lie D 、 explain(12)A 、 card B 、 secret C 、 item D 、 article(13)A 、 loser B 、 stranger C 、 winner D 、 visitor(14)A 、 appreciation B 、 warning C 、 apology D 、 encouragement(15)A 、 confused B 、 depressed C 、 touched D 、 amused(16)A 、 call B 、 send C 、 owe D 、 assign(17)A 、 agent B 、 offer C 、 case D 、 manager(18)A 、 achieved B 、 spoiled C 、 made D 、 accomplished(19)A 、 request B 、 advise C 、 demand D 、 remind(20)A 、 love B 、 modesty C 、 passion D 、 integrity -
15、任务型阅读
Nobody likes to think they are "that guy" at work. So, what are some of the rudest things that people do at work - and why shouldn't you do them?
• Behaving in an unacceptable way
The most common form of this is eating smelly foods at lunchtime. Other things alike include body smell and its opposite, the wearing of strong perfume, messy desks, or bad breath.
• Checking email on your phone when you're talking to other people
A recent survey shows that 49 percent of people said their bosses checked their phones while talking with them. If you've ever wondered why your team members are unmotivated, this may be why. In fact, when you're talking to someone at work, you should reject any non-important calls.
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Do you like the sound of your own voice? Great. Perhaps it's time you learned to like the sound of other people's voices too. If you interrupt others when they speak, they'll dislike you and discount whatever you're saying. However, if you listen to what others say and show interest by asking intelligent questions, they'll love you and be likely to give you their support when you speak,
• Boasting about how much you earn
If you show off your income to someone and then discover you get less than them, you'll look like a fool. If you earn more, they'll feel tired of you. So keep them guessing and hide your earning power in quiet ways 一 like always paying for the team coffees.
A. Talking all the time
B. Being a good listener
C. Team-working can never be ignored.
D. All these things will become part of your personal brand.
E. It's better to be modest when you talk about your incomes.
F. Bad behavior at work is common --and often we do it without thinking.
G. An interesting email seems more valuable than the person you are actually talking to.
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Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list can certainly make you unhappy, but new research suggests that more free time might not be the magic medicine many of us dream it could be.
In a new study, researchers found that people with more free time generally had higher levels of subjective well-being, but only up to a point.
People who had up to two hours of free time a day generally reported they felt better than those who' d had less time. But people who had five or more hours of free time a day generally said they felt worse. So ultimately the free-time "sweet spot" might be two to three hours per day, the findings suggest.
Part of finding the "sweet spot" has to do with how people spend the extra time they have. The researchers conducted several smaller online experiments. In one they asked participants to imagine having 31/2 to seven free hours per day. They were asked to imagine spending that time doing "productive" things (like exercising) or to imagine doing "unproductive" activities (like watching TV). Study participants believed their well-being would suffer if they had a lot of free time during the day, but only if they used it unproductively. In other words, how people use their free time matters.
Of course, what feels "productive" is up to you. If watching two hours of Real Housewives in your free time increases your happiness, you should do that. And even more traditionally productive or purposeful activities can be easy and fun. Engaging in a bit of low-key cardio, like walking, can help burn stress. Free-time activities like reading, cooking or gaming are also known to put people in a state of flow.
In cases when people do find themselves with huge amounts of free time, such as retirement or having left a job," Sharif said, "our results suggest these individuals would benefit from spending their newfound time with purpose."
(1)、According to the study, how many hours of free time brings the best feelings?A、3 to 7 hours. B、5 hours or more. C、Up to 2 hours. D、2 or 3 hours.(2)、Which of the following may the author agree with?A、The busier, the happier. B、The more free time, the better. C、Purposeful activities increase happiness. D、Retirement makes people depressed and unhappy.(3)、Which of the following can put people in a state of flow?A、Getting stuck in silence. B、Having a poor-quality sleep. C、Struggling with a dull book. D、Enjoying classic music.(4)、What' s Sharif' s advice for retirees?A、To make a new schedule. B、To do more housework. C、To watch more TV. D、To find a new job.(5)、Which section of a newspaper can we find this passage?A、Stories. B、Life. C、Science. D、Sports. -
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A common claim states that a sheet of paper cannot be folded in half more than seven times. But is this true?
In 2002, Britney Gallivan, then a junior in high school in Pomona, California, folded a single piece of paper in half 12 times. She currently holds the Guinness World Record for the most times to fold a sheet of paper in half.
The prompt that led Gallivan to accomplish these feats was an extra-credit challenge in math class to fold anything in half 12 times. Her teacher asked the students to fold something thicker: a piece of paper.
Gallivan said "it was very frustrating, as I had many unsuccessful attempts at trying to fold different papers in half. I began to question if folding paper in half more than eight times could be impossible." However, Gallivan recalled. "I knew I needed to understand what was limiting the folding progression."
The equations that Gallivan came up with calculated how many times a sheet of paper could be folded. She found that in order to fold many times, a long thin sheet is needed — the more a sheet is folded, the thicker the resulting stack becomes, and once the stack becomes thicker than it is long, there is nothing left to fold. She ultimately set her record with a sheet of tissue paper she found online that was 4,000 feet (1,219 meters) — more than three-quarters of a mile, or over a kilometer — long, Guinness World Records noted.
"Working on the problem took a tremendous amount of time and effort," Gallivan said. "As frustrating as it was at times, I learned an immense amount from the experience, which has been valuable to me throughout my life in more capacities than one would expect."
Since Gallivan set her record, others have made claims of folding a sheet of paper more than 12 times. Still, "I anticipate that my current record will be surpassed," Gallivan said.
(1)、Which was commonly considered the most times that paper can be folded in half?A、7. B、8. C、9. D、12.(2)、It is impossible to fold a paper in half more times when ____.A、the stack is as thick as its length B、the paper is neither long nor thin C、the stack is thicker than its length D、the paper is longer than its thickness(3)、What can we learn about Gallivan' s attempts?A、It' s risky. B、It' s fruitless. C、It' s meaningless. D、It' s energy-consuming.(4)、What does Gallivan think of her experience?A、Worthwhile. B、Unsuccessful. C、Miserable. D、Regretful.(5)、What can we infer from the passage?A、Gallivan' s record is impossible to break. B、Folding paper in half is merely a math problem. C、Folding things in half may not be limited to 12. D、Folding paper 12 times is a required credit in maths class. -
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Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Toronto is typically in the spring (April and May) or during the fall (September to early November). At these times, you' ll likely find fewer crowds, cheaper accommodations, and the best weather for sightseeing as it is neither too hot nor too cold.
Getting Around
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) makes it easy to get around the city via many buses, subway, and streetcars. Figuring out how to get where you want to go is easily done using the TTC' s convenient Trip Planner.
Travel Tip
While you may choose to base yourself near many of the city' s main landmarks, it' s also worth taking some time to explore some great neighborhoods that each offer their own unique charms, including colorful Kensington Market, the Junction, Leslieville, and Little India.
Things to Do
Get a Dose of Art & Culture: The Royal Ontario Museum is Canada' s largest museum and showcases everything from art and archaeology to natural science in over 30 galleries. Or, stop by the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), one of the largest art museums in North America with a collection of more than 90,000 works of art.
Take in the Views From the CN Tower: High-speed elevators send visitors to the top of the tower in just 58 seconds for full views over the city. You can even try EdgeWalk to experience a hands-free walk around the main pod of the tower, 116 stories above the ground.
Spend a Day in the Distillery District: Explore the historic Distillery District to walk casually among Victorian-era buildings on pedestrian-only cobblestone streets filled with shops, cafes, and restaurants.
(1)、If a tourist travels to Toronto in October, what is he likely to find?A、Free attractions. B、Discounted hotels. C、Extreme weather. D、Crowded scenic spots.(2)、What' s the main function of the TTC' s Trip Planner?A、Help people buy tickets. B、Help tourists in urgent situations. C、Guide people to their destinations. D、Introduce scenic spots to tourists.(3)、What do we know about the Royal Ontario Museum?A、It is home to over 90,000 artworks. B、It' s noted for its Victorian-era buildings. C、It' s one of the largest museums in Canada. D、Its displays range from art to natural science.(4)、Where may those seeking for adventure and thrill choose to go ?A、Little India. B、EdgeWalk. C、The Junction. D、The Distillery District.(5)、What' s the best title of the passage?A、Planning Your Trip in Toronto B、Some Hidden Truth about Toronto C、The Main Tourist Attractions in Toronto D、The Reasons for the Popularity of Toronto -
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The snowstorm was supposed to hit the evening of Monday, Jan. 31. I was working from home but I had to leave that afternoon and go to my office to sign an emergency financial aid check for a student. The route to the office took about 30 minutes along the highway. When I got there, my colleague came to my office to co-sign the check, and left. As I was packing up, I noticed he had left his laptop bag in my office.
" I can bring it to you," I assured him. It was just past 4:30 p. m. The snow wasn' t supposed to start until later. On the way to his place, I picked up a new cellphone charger, and filled up my SUV with gas.
It took me about 15 minutes to get to my colleague' s house, where I dropped off the laptop case and got back on the road. Then the snow started, and it was coming down fast. Within minutes, the windows were fogging up and getting covered with snow, so I rolled down my driver' s side window, thinking I could better follow the edge of the road and keep to a straight line. But really, I didn' t have a clue where I was or even which side of the road I was on.
I called 911, but the dispatcher (调度员) told me that nobody was coming to get me until morning at the earliest. The storm would continue for longer than predicted and I worried I' d freeze to death.
Breathe, I told myself. Panicking won' t help.
I stopped the car, pinning my location on Google Maps, figuring out that I was on a road called Bouvier Lane, in between two farms. I posted this new information to my Facebook community group, pleading for anyone who knew who lived on the farms to help me get rescued.
At 8 p. m., my cellphone rang. It was the son of the farmer, André Bouvier, who owned the land beside the road I was stuck in. He told me that his dad had just helped two other cars get to his house, a father and his two kids, and a couple with their daughter. He comforted me that his dad was coming to get me.
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Then, about 45 minutes later, I saw a tall figure, pacing toward me in the dark, carrying a flashlight.
We reached the house at last, I driving slowly behind Andre Bouvier.
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Dawn Loggins didn' t have a typical senior year. Back in 2012, Loggins was waking up early to get to school to put in a before-school 1 as a janitor (清洁工).
Before the rest of her peers 2 school, Loggins was cleaning bathrooms, scrubbing floors, and 3 down the very desks she would 4 later in the day as a student. After 7 hours at school, Loggins didn' t get to 5 home to enjoy an after-school snack or downtime either.6 , she clocked back in for another two-hour time on janitorial duty.
" I don' t mind cleaning," Loggins said. " If you have to walk through trash to get to your desk, you' re not going to have an environment that 7 learning."
While the teen was clearly hardworking, it wasn' t immediately obvious to school officials how badly Loggins 8 the financial support her job provided, until she asked her boss for 9 one day. The reason? Without electricity at home.
Even more shocking, while Loggins was at summer school, she 10 calling home, only to find out the phones had been 11 and her parents had moved away-without her. And she became 12 . When the school realized the extent of the neglect Loggins had been living with, they surrounded her with 13 . The community took her in, providing her with housing and food and clothing and helping her to apply for college.
And the efforts 14 : Loggins was accepted into Harvard University. Today she works as a motivational speaker, speaking to 15 that include education, homelessness, and women and youth empowerment.
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