请阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑, 如选E，请涂AB, 如选F，请涂CD。
首先，请阅读下列关于名著的介绍：
A. Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen)
The classic love story explores the lives of the five Bennet sisters at the turn of the 19th century in rural England. At that time women were not allowed to get their father’s wealth after his death, so their mother is desperate to marry them off into wealthy families. Therefore various love stories start with the question — whether marriage is for love or for money.
B. The Red and the Black (Stendhal)
Julien has a strong desire for power and glory, and for ridding himself of his low social status as the son of a tradesman. Thus, he tries every means to achieve his goal.
The two colors, red and black, symbolize his inner struggle between being sincere and false. And this conflict in his character finally brings about his downfall.
C. Jane Eyre (Charlotte Bronte)
There is great kindness and warmth in this love story. Poor and plain as Jane Eyre is, she has a strong will, sharp wisdom and great courage. She is forced to battle against a harsh employer and a rigid social order. Yet she is never defeated. Standing on her feet, she gains her own happiness in the end.
D. Oliver Twist (Charles Dickens)
It reflects people’s tragic life in Britain in the 18th century. In the story, Oliver Twist, a mild young boy, is born in the workhouse and stays there until he is made to leave. What waits for him next is the falseness of the wealthy and the depths to which poverty pushes the human spirit.
E. Gone with the wind (Margaret Mitchell)
This is an all-time best-seller by Margaret Mitchell. The story takes place during the American Civil War. It records the tragic love stories of Katie Scarlet O’Hara, a southern beauty. In the end of the story, Scarlett is left only with her Tara, a plantation which symbolizes the culture of the Old South, a place where she could ever gather her strength.
F. The Adventure of Tom Sawyer (Mark Twain)
Tom Sawyer, a naughty boy in the quiet town of St. Petersburg, unexpectedly witnesses the murder of Dr. Robinson. At first he is frightened and keeps it a secret. But at the trial of the case, he bravely exposes the real criminal. He and his friend start tracing the escaping murderer. Finally they find his dead body together with hidden treasures.
请阅读以下读者的相关信息，然后匹配他/她感兴趣的书籍：Ben is 14 years now and is fond of reading books. He is interested in all sorts of exciting stories, such as those about adventures, detectives and treasure hunting.
Lucy is a quiet girl who likes to read in a quiet corner in the library. Her favorite stories are those with characters brave enough to face and overcome difficulties in life.
Jessica, a fan of romantic stories, has just graduated from high school. She decides to relax herself in reading different love stories this summer. By the way, she hates war.
Peter majors in literature in college. He is especially interested in the psychological description in novels and wants to talk about this in his term paper.
Sam was born in America but his family moved to Europe when he was a child. He misses the days spent in America and is extremely interested in stories about the Old South.
A. 20 Years Younger
The book details easy and effective steps we can all take to rebuild the foundation of youth and enjoy better health, improved energy, and a positive outlook on life. The four basic programs are: an exercise system for fighting muscle and bone loss, a longevity-focused diet, sleep rejuvenation, and wrinkle-fighting skin care. Woven throughout the text is practical advice on changing appearances, controlling stress, staying mentally sharp, navigating medical tests, and much more.
B. Born To Run
Full of incredible characters, amazing athletic achievements, cutting-edge science, and, most of all, pure inspiration, Born to Run is an epic adventure that began with one simple question: Why does my foot hurt? In search of an answer, Christopher McDougall sets off to find a tribe of the world’s greatest distance runners and learn their secrets, and in the process shows us that everything we thought we knew about running is wrong.
C. Natural Running
In Natural Running, Abshire explains how modern running shoes distort the efficient running technique that humans evolved over thousands of years. He reviews the history of running shoes and injuries, making the case for barefoot running but also warning about its dangers.
D. Woodworking
This book includes excellent instruction from a best-selling woodworking author on all aspects of woodworking with hand tools. He approaches setting up the all-hand tool shop, explains how the tools work in wood, addresses the joinery, and finishes with instructions on building a workshop accessory to use with hand tools. Also included are other sample projects and information on finishing the hand worked projects.
E. Whittling Little Folk: 20 Delightful Characters to Carve and Paint
At the beginning of the book, readers will find step-by-step carving and painting instructions for a Scandinavian inspired man and woman. Once they have learned to carve these two projects, readers will find an additional 18 patterns that can also be created with the same technique and some subtle changes.
F. Quick and Easy Meals
The book offers healthy, low-carbon Primal-approved recipes that can all be completed in under half an hour and, in many cases, in just a few minutes. Sisson and Meier show you how to delight your family or guests every time with quick, delicious meals using local produce, CSA meats, healthy fats (yes, and real butter) and common herbs and spices.
请阅读以下购书者的信息，然后匹配相关的书籍。Carina is fond of art and likes carving very much. In order to make something for the coming Mothers Day, she is searching a new idea.
Daisy is a busy salesgirl, who is difficult to find time to cook. She likes home meals.
Alexander is a college student. He likes running. He wants to know more about the secret of shoes and running.
Sammy majors in PE. He will do a research on how to train long distance runners.
Nancy is looking for a book about advice on controlling stress, changing appearances, and enjoying a better health
______You probably think you will never be a top student. This is not necessarily so. however. Anyone can become a better student if he or she wants to. Here is how：
Plan your time carefully. When planning your work, you should make a list of things that you have to do. After making this list. you should make a schedule of your time. First your time for eating, sleeping, dressing, etc. Then decide a good, regular time for studying. ______ A weekly schedule may not solve all your problems, but it will force you realize what is happening to your time.
Find a good place to study. Look around the house for a good study area. Keep this space, which may be a desk or simply a corner of your room, free of eeverything but study materials. No games, radios, or television. When you sit down to study, concentrate on the subject.
Make good use of your time in class. _______ Listening carefully in class means less work later. Taking notes will help you remember what the teacher says.
Study regularly. When you get home from school, go over your notes, review the important points that your teacher is going to discuss the next day, read that material. _______ If you do these things regularly, the material will become more meaningful, and you’ll remember it longer.
Develop a good attitude towards tests. The purpose of a test is to show what you have learned about a subject. They help you remember your new knowledge. The world won’t end if you don’t pass a test,so don, t be over worried._______ You will probably discover many others after you have tried these.
| A．There are other methods that might help you with your studying. |
| B．Don’t forget to set aside enough time for entertainment. |
| C．Take advantage of class time to listen to everything the teacher says. |
| D．No one can become a top student unless he or she works hard. |
E. Maybe you are an average student.
F. Make full use of class time to take notes of what the teacher asys in class.
G. This will help you understand the next class.
Kitty, Kelly, Aidan, Bruce 和Pamela分别就父亲对自己的影响表达了看法（1-5）。阅读下面他们发表在某网站论坛上的文章（A、B、C、D、E和F），选出最符合他们所表达的看法的选项。选项中有一项是多余选项。
1. Kitty: Dad encouraged me to show great determination to do anything.
2. Kelly: Dad gave me a new life which is full of love and happiness.
3. Aidan: Dad is the person who introduced me to my sports career.
4. Bruce: Dad taught me to share housework and take family responsibility.
5. Pamela: Dad shows me that the most important in life is our family.
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| Dear Daddy, you stepped into my life years ago, and became my dad, a man who raised three fatherless kids and adopted(领养) another. It didn’t matter to you or us whether we were your biological kids or not—you are our dad! You did everything humanly possible for us, and you managed to have taken care of Mom, who has been sick, and the grandkids as well. Lessons we learned are love and compassion and kindness…We love you dearly. |
My dad taught me how to play basketball. He taught me how to pivot, throw three pointers, and do lay-ups and dunks. Now I am a pro (职业球员) at basketball. When I played basketball in December, I was a good guard. Although I sometimes didn’t play very well and my team lost the game, my dad always encouraged me never to lose heart. Now I have a dream that when I grow up I can play basketball on the Celtics. I love my dad! |
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| The most important thing that my dad ever taught me was “Stick to it. Never do anything halfway”. He always told me that by doing your very best, you prove your ability, commitment and character. This advice was what I always kept in mind, whether I was removing the snow from the driveway, helping do the volunteer work in the nursing house or completing my last course in graduate school. “It shows what kind of person you are,” my dad would say. “People will remember and respect you for that.” I do remember and respect my dad’s advice, which will guide me to do anything. |
My dad has taught me many things. He has taught me love, hope, respect, discipline and the value of hard work. He has taught me never to be afraid, but when I am, his arms are always open for me to run into. He has taught me the value of a job well done. He has taught me how to ride a bike, then to drive a car. He always tells me that he believes in me and that I can manage to deal with the things around me. He is teaching me how to grow up but not grow apart. My dad is always there for me, and he has told me that he always will be. |
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F |
| My dad teaches me throughout my lifetime to present day that family is first. He says, “As the father, you should put your own wants and needs aside to make sure that your wife and children have the best that life has to offer.” He did this without failing every day of our lives, without words or empty promises; instead, through sleepless nights and tireless actions always with a smile. His words always remind me what I should do for the family. I am proud to be his son. I love you, Dad. |
My dad and I have a funny company we call “Priority”. It changes depending on the household chores we’re doing. He has taught me how to take care of the pool (Priority Pools), how to program garage doors (Priority Garages), how to plan family birthday parties (Priority Parties), how to install dishwashers (Priority Dishwashers) and how to clean the computer (Priority Computers). The list goes on. I’m proud of my dad, and grateful for my time with him. We have so much fun doing projects together. |
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下面文章中有5个段落需要添加首句（第1～5 题）。请从以下选项（A、B、C、D、E 和 F）中选出适合各段落的首句，并在答题纸上将该选项标号涂黑。选项中有一项是多余选项。
A. Get to know yourself.
B. Take care of your body.
C. Practice basic respect towards yourself.
D. Be honest with yourself and with others.
E. Think about what it means to respect someone.
F. Recognize when people disrespect you and take steps to stop it.
How to Respect Yourself
A lack of self-respect can prevent you from fulfilling your potential and developing healthy relationships. Here are some steps to help you know how to respect yourself. __________ The qualities that we respect vary from person to person, and the way we express it varies from culture to culture. Generally, we respect people who have more experience and are more accomplished than ourselves. But there is also a basic level of respect that most people will agree is a right, and does not need to be earned. So think about what it means to respect others. Here are some widely agreed-upon signals of respect: You don’t steal from, harm, or insult them; you are honest with them; you listen to what they say, consider their opinions, and avoid interrupting them.
__________ We often do things for ourselves that we would never dream of doing for someone we care about. Whatever you believe to be respectful, apply it to yourself. Don’t harm yourself. Don’t insult yourself. Don’t steal from yourself. Be honest with yourself. Develop your own opinions and don’t be afraid to stand by them.
__________ A person with self-respect doesn’t allow others to treat them badly, and would rather not be around someone who is disrespectful. This might seem obvious, but there are many times when we accept being treated badly. When someone doesn’t give you basic respect, you need to be able to say, in one way or another, “You just disrespected me and that’s not acceptable! If you don’t respect me, I won’t spend time with you any more.” Can you say that, and mean it?
Can you turn your back on someone who’s clearly shown that they don’t respect you? Once you do, you’ll feel your sense of self-respect go up. __________ When you make an effort to keep your body in good working order, you’ll not only feel better physically, but also feel a sense of pride. Respecting your body also means not insulting it for what it is, naturally. Make an effort to get fit and stay healthy. Focus on the things you can change and improve, and do them because it feels good.
__________ The more you know about yourself, the more you’ll see and appreciate how unique you really are. And you’ll respect yourself more. Discover your principles, personality, and talents. Stop waiting for other people’s approval and start developing your own standards.
Develop a unique and original way of expressing your opinions while at the same time being a good listener.
首先请阅读以下几种巧克力的广告：
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Guittard Chocolate Truffles Favors We have got the perfect wedding favor for your guests, which will really win your guest over. Each truffles are made with some of the finest ingredients from Guittard with vintage chocolate. Available in 24 pcs per box. Don’t worry about left over, you will be having fun eating them while you assemble the favors together. |
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Chocolate Covered Delight Square Come in our beautiful square, you can find a variety of chocolate such as Pastel chocolate covered apricots and cranberries, chocolate covered espresso mix, and powder dusted chocolate almonds make for a really fine gift. Everyone loves to choose chocolates freely! Furthermore, they are fresher than packaged ones. |
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Dove Milk Chocolates Bouquet What better way to celebrate a special day than adding a little sweetness with luscious dreamy Dove Chocolate. It can let them know you are thinking of them and loving them. Two Dozen stemmed chocolate square dove chocolates, rose shaped. All bouquets include your gift message and a reusable container. |
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Ferrero Rocher 48 count box At the heart of Rocher chocolates are a whole roasted hazelnut and creamy chocolaty filling inside a light, crispy wafer, all wrapped in milk chocolate and finely chopped hazelnuts. This beautiful clear box contains 48 gold foil wrapped chocolates, enough and perfect for your special gathering. |
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Kinder Surprise Chocolate Egg Kinder Surprise eggs are those lovely milk chocolate eggs with white chocolate lining and a surprise toy, which often requires adults to figure out how to put it together! Kids all love Kinder eggs, because it is one of their favorite treats. The toys sometimes turn out to be collectors’ items too! |
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Mars Snickers Bar The Snickers candy bar was introduced in 1930. Packed full of roasted peanuts caramel and milk chocolate. Packed with roasted peanuts, creamy nougat, rich caramel, and milk chocolate. Snickers candy bars will drive your taste buds wild. Snickers handles your hunger, so you can handle everything else! |
下面是一些需要购买巧克力的人，请为她们选择项是和他们的巧克力：Mr. And Mrs. Johnson are going to buy a gift for their nephew Mike, who likes chocolate very much. They hope their gift can offer Mike more than delicious food, like bringing more fun and helping him develop a good hobby.
Aron is going to marry Maggie in this month, but this Valentine’s Day he can’t be with his fiancee because he is on a business trip. Therefore, he decides to buy some chocolates in special shape to express his love and missing.
After a 10 years’ leave, Isabella and her high school classmates will have a great party to celebrate the anniversary of graduation. Isabella hopes to share her favorite chocolate, which is with wafer and nuts, with her classmates.
Emma and her husband have a habit to enjoy chocolate with their children every night when watching TV. In order to buy fresh and various chocolates at a lower price, she will choose those unpacked ones.
Cooper Smith is an enthusiastic fan of out-door sports. Each time he goes hiking or rafting, he will prepare everything carefully, including buying some handy chocolates for his body energy supply.
A. My name’s Marta and I’ m from Mexico City, but I moved to Los Angeles, California, five years ago, now I am living in an apartment at No．3178 SE Timmer Broadway．I am 28, single．I am a customer service representative for a large financial company．I am an outgoing person．I love to laugh and have fun! I enjoy cooking, dancing and listening to music．I don’t like watching or playing sports．You should be an outgoing, considerate lady with a good sense of humor, to share the apartment．Are you the one? Email and let’s have further talk.
B. My name’s Mark, and I’m from Hollywood, California．I’m a fitness instructor in Los Angeles．I am a friendly and easy-going person; I love playing sports-especially football and working out at the gym．I also play the guitar．My best friend David, who often has sports with me, went to Mexico last month．To avoid loneliness, I’d like very much to own a new friend who would share the fun of sports with me．I am longing.
C. My name’s Park Jun Seo, but you can call me Jun．I moved from Seoul Korea to Los Angeles two years ago．I am a graphic designer and I am looking for my younger brother, Lean Ban Seo, who might be in this city．As the story is too long, I just hope to find him and have my family reunited．He is lame at the right leg, 19 years old, 1.79 meters tall, with very big eyes and fair curly hair．With his picture of two years ago enclosed, I would be very appreciated if you have any information about that．Telephone me at 818-5789.
D. My name is Don and I am a programmer at a computer company．I have designed several pieces of software that can help students learn better, especially suitable for primary students who have some language disability to learn words and help them pronounce more correctly．If you think you need one, please fax to 857-4693．You can purchase by post.
E. My name is Mauricio, and I’m a computer programmer working in the Los Angeles area．I am kind of shy, but maybe you can help me to be more outgoing．I like cooking, playing computer games, and chatting with friends online．If you think you are the proper one to be my E-pal, let’s chat!
F. My name’s Judy and I’m from Quebec, Canada．I am a sales woman in one of the women underwear stores in Montreal．I’d like to have more visitors to my shop．And you can bargain for a reduction of 10% to 30%, if you purchase in package．Let’s be friends.
请阅读以下网站回复的信息，然后匹配回复的信息和网站原登出的博客信息：I am a professional sportsman and work in the same city．I am so glad that I will have a good friend who can be the opponent to improve my techniques．E-mail me at bitter flower @yah -oo.com.
As a shop owner, I might drop in when I go downtown．But may I know your exact address? When is it convenient for a visit? Thank you!
God bless you! I’m a journalist and happened to read your brief story．A neighbor of mine looks exactly the same as the man in the picture you uploaded．This might be a chance in a million．Telephone me at 818-5690.
As a new comer and a freshman, I am looking for a room as close to my university as possible．I would like to have some friends, too．I think your place might be the right choice for me．But can I know how much the rent is?
I am a salesman from Paris．My first difficulty working in this city is language．I would appreciate it if you could help me learn English through the Keyboard.
Albert Einstein offered us more than just the amazing theory of relativity and
mc². Through his persistence in his discoveries in science, Einstein shined a light on how each of us can do the impossible by working hard, experiencing failure, and valuing people.
● Simplify Your Work
“ If you can’t explain it to a six years old, you don’t understand it yourself.” --Albert Einstein
The more complicated you have to make something seem, the more you do not understand the inner workings of it. Did they make even the most complicated topics full of vocabulary that you did not understand or did they make it easier to understand by simplifying?
● Live in the Present
“ I never think of the future - it comes soon enough.” --Albert Einstein
You can try to get yourself worried about the future and make plans that may not work out according to plans. What matters most is living now, today. Do your best right now and do not worry about tomorrow.
● Work Towards the Impossible
“Only those who attempt the absurd can achieve the impossible” --Albert Einstein
If it seems ridiculous to others and you are willing to take the risk, then you are able to achieve the impossible. You complete what was once an obstacle.
● Value People
“Life isn’t worth living; unless it is lived for someone else.” --Albert Einstein
If you put people first, they will value you and consider you a person who genuinely cares about others. Show them that you value them. Thank them and send compliments their way. It will not only make their day better, but they will appreciate it and remember what you have done for them.
| A．Spend at least a few minutes out of your busy day talking with people without any distraction. |
| B．Scientists in different fields are interested in the unique theory of relativity. |
| C．When you go beyond what others think is reasonable, an amazing thing starts to happen. |
| D．Think differently, and you may find your answer. |
E.Even if you are not a scientist, you can apply these life lessons to your own life.
F.You are only guaranteed the moment that you have right now, at this moment.
G.Think about the best teachers that you have had in your life.
Erik rang his grandparents’ doorbell and silently wished the next four hours would go by quickly. He didn’t want to give up his entire Saturday afternoon at his grandparents’ house where there were no kids in the neighborhood.
“_______ There’s tea and cake in the dining room, ” Grandma Bethany said, opening the door.
Cake? At least the first ten minutes would go by quickly. Suddenly Erik found a strange-looking key on the dining table. “_________”
“It opens the best room in this house,” Grandpa Bill whispered. “It’s the room I go to when your grandmother tries to make me help with the dishes.”
“__________” Erik asked.
“It’s a game room,” Grandpa Bill said. “Take the key and see if you can find the room.”
Erik stared at the key which looked old. Erik decided the oldest things in the house were probably upstairs in the attic(阁楼). He headed past the dining room and to the stairs.
Grandpa Bill shook his head._________
Erik thought about the oldest part of a house. “The basement! __________” He rushed to the basement door and opened it.
The basement was one giant room with a pool table(台球桌) in the middle.
“Wow!” Erik said.
“Ever learn to play pool?” Grandpa Bill asked, coming down the stairs.
“No,” Erik said.
“Well then, take a cue(球杆) and I’ll teach you. ”
Erik smiled. The next four hours were going to fly by.
A: You’re right on time.
B: It’s the first part that’s built.
C: What’s so special about the room?
D: What are you doing there, Erik ?
E: Grandpa Bill, what’s this funny key for?
F: Erik knew that meant he was going the wrong way.
G: Erik turned on the light and walked up the stairs.
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。
Tips of losing weight: Weight loss is a hard topic. Lots of people aren’t satisfied with their present weight, but most people aren’t sure how to change it. You may want to look like the models or actors in magazines or on TV, but those goals might not be healthy or realistic for you.
So what should you do about your weight control?
The best way to find out if you are at a healthy weight or if you need to lose or gain weight is to talk to a doctor or dietitian (营养师).
If it turns out that you can benefit from weight loss then you can follow a few of the simple suggestions listed below to get started.
People who lose weight quickly by crash dieting or other extreme measure usually gain back all of the pounds they lost, because they haven’t permanently (永久的) changed their habits. Therefore, the best weight management ways are those that you can maintain for a lifetime.
Small changes are a lot easier to stick with than large ones. Try reducing the size of what you eat. Once you have that done, start gradually introducing healthier foods and exercise into your life.
It’s a good idea to maintain a healthy weight because it’s just that healthy.
| A．Try giving up regular soda for a week. |
| B．Try to pay attention as you eat and stop when you’re full. |
| C．Weight management is about long-term success. |
| D．Besides, no magical diet will make you look like someone else. |
E. Being healthy is really about being at a weight that is right for you.
F. Changing from hole to nonfat or low-fat milk is also a good idea.
G. They will compare your weight with healthy standards and help you set goals.
根据短文内容，从短文后胡选项中选出能填入空白处胡最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项，此题答案请答在答题卡上。
Starting high school means changes in your life. Most teenagers look forward to the first day of high school, but still feel a little bit nervous. In order to make your high school life easier, ________
Learn all you can about your first day before the first school day. Take part in some activities that are held at the school for new students to know the school better. If parents are invited to these activities, take yours with you. Carefully look over all the materials you receive.________
Get the things you will need for class. But the things suggested on your teachers’supply lists and place your materials for each class separately.
________If you find you’re not doing well in a subject, make use of after-school study groups or ask your teacher to help you with your schoolwork. Consider private tutoring to get you through a difficult time.
There’s more extracurricular(课外的) activities in high school than in middle school, such as clubs, music and theatre groups, student government, and sports teams. Make friends and be seen at such school activities. ________
Ask someone in the school office about opportunities to take part in school activities if you don’t know how. This is a good time to do what you like doing and an opportunity to try new things. Who said school has to be all work and no play?
Since you’re attending more activities in high school than in middle school, ________
| A．you can follow these tips. |
| B．Keep up with your high school workload. |
| C．Here are some tips for you to follow, |
| D．All work and no play makes Jake a dull boy. |
E. you’ll have to learn to manage your time.
F. Be sure you know where the school’s buildings are.
G. Join a club or other organizations to meet people and develop friendships.
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。 其中有两项为多余选项。
The Importance of Positive Attitude
A positive attitude is very important as it will make our life easier. . There will be times when we will face problems and obstacles. The most challenging part is not when our life goes smoothly but how we react when we experience problems and difficulties.
Those who have a positive attitude will treat any problem as a challenge. Instead of being discouraged, they will treat each failure as a lesson. . As for those who do not have the positive attitude, they will see problems and difficulties in a different way.
The situation can be the same for both the Guy A and Guy B. . Every one of us has the same amount of time. Since having a negative attitude will eat up our time, why don’t we just make good use of the same amount of time to have a positive attitude? Life itself is already hard. It will be much better if we have a positive attitude which will make our life happier and easier.
. People will generally prefer to stay with people who have positive attitudes as being happy is very infectious (富有感染力的) . Everyone will be affected by the energy of positive attitudes and they too will have a positive attitude.
If you learn to see the bright side of life when you’re surrounded by difficulties, you’ll be building your positive attitude fast. .
| A．And they will be motivated to achieve the goal. |
| B．Having good attitudes provides many health benefits. |
| C．In life, not everything goes as smoothly as we want. |
| D．But with different attitudes, the results will be quite different. |
E. They may have no approaches to solving the problems.
F. When you have a positive attitude towards everything, you will be happier.
G. The more you practise having a positive attitude, the easier and more natural it will come to you.
What is your favourite colour? Do you like yellow, orange, red? ____. Do you prefer greys and blues? Then you are probably quiet, shy, and you would rather follow than lead. You tend to be a pessimist (悲观主义者). At least, this is what psychologists tell us, and they should know, because they have been seriously studying the meaning of colour preference, as well as the effect that colours have on human beings. ___
___ . If you happen to love brown, you did so as soon as you opened your eyes, or at least as soon as you could see clearly.
_____. A yellow room makes most people feel more cheerful and more relaxed than a dark green one; and a red dress brings warmth and cheer to the saddest winter day. __
___ . A black bridge over the Thames River, near London, used to be the scene of more suicides (自杀) than any other bridge in the area---until it was repainted green. The number of suicide attempts immediately fell sharply. Perhaps it would have fallen even more if the bridge had been done in pink or baby blue.
_____. It is an established fact that factory workers work better, harder, and have fewer accidents when their machines are painted orange rather than black or grey.
| A．On the other hand, black is depressing. |
| B．They tell us, among other facts, that we do not choose our favourite colour as we grow up --- we are born with our preference. |
| C．The rooms are painted in different colours as you like. |
| D．If you do, you must be an optimist, a leader, an active person who enjoys life, people and excitement. |
E. Light and bright colours make people not only happier but more active.
F. Life is like a picture or a poem, full of different colours.
G. Colours do influence our moods---there is no doubt about it.
Ms Robson’s students are studying French and German. She would like them to speak both the languages at some point while they’re away.
Hilary’s students are fourteen years old. Some of them learn French, so she wants to find a holiday course which can offer personal language lessons for those who would like to improve their French.
Rose has a small group of students. They all want to sail but unfortunately some of them are unable to swim, although they’re eager to learn.
Mr. Pearson’s class have just started to learn German and he wants a holiday which mixes studying the language with plenty of free time to explore the foreign country.
John has a class of eleven-year-olds who are crazy about sports. He’d like a course which organizes a complete program including all kinds of sports, meals and entertainments.
| A Summer Schools in the Czech Republic Spend a week in a sports center 15 minutes south of Prague. Each day’s program is organized by our professional trainers for children aged 10-14. Prices include breakfast, lunch and dinners as well as sightseeing tours. |
B Summer in France All our courses take place at the university in Marsellie. Morning classes are held in German, evening lectures on France history are in French. We offer an exciting program of evening activities including music, dance and theatre. |
| C Greek Sailing Holidays Arrive by air and then hire one of our new boats with all the latest equipment to sail around the Greek islands. These boats sleep up to twenty students and two teachers. Trained sailing staff are available but you must be able to swim. |
D Summer Courses in Finland If you love water sports you’ll love our one-week sports holiday on the Finnish lakes. There are opportunities to swim, sail and water-ski. Lessons are available if you need them. There is also a chance to learn Finnish at no extra cost! Everyone is welcome! |
| E Holiday Programs in Germany We offer morning classes in the German language at all levels from beginners upwards. In the afternoon you are free to join in our mountain walks or to go shopping in the nearby town. In the evening we organize a full program of entertainments. All ages are welcome! |
F Summer Schools in France Opportunities to speak French. We offer summer schools for students between the ages of 12 and 16. Live with a French family and choose from a range of different activities including horse-riding, indoor hockey, football, swimming and dry skiing. Private language lessons are planed if requested. |
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A. Who does freelancing?
B. The advantages and disadvantages of freelance
C. The definition of freelance
D. Key to freelance success
E. What is freelancing really like?
F. The best way to develop a career
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Freelance is a word that goes back to medieval times when it was used to describe soldiers who sold their skills to those prepared to pay their market rate. Today it’s an increasingly common way of working for people in a range of occupations and appeals to many who feel constrained by corporate culture.
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What you gain is freedom of movement, what you can lose is a sense of belonging. You can end up feeling isolated from normal support networks, because suddenly you are responsible for your own welfare, training, safety, career development, equipment, professional updating and a thousand other things. It is easy to remain unaware of these things in the relatively cosseted existence of full-time employment. So before you leap up into this exciting and potentially rewarding way of working, stand back and take a look at the risks.
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Freelancing has always been a common way of working for writers, artists and performers, but the range of occupations with a substantial number of freelancers is growing steadily. Anyone with a marketable skill can choose to go it alone. Websites offer a free directory listing for those with skills to sell. Their categories include accountants, healthcare consultants, landscape architects and computer trainers. Areas of work that have problems recruiting staff are always keen to employ freelancers.
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Being a freelance is different from other forms of self-employment—you still work for an employer or several employers but have to develop a completely different set of relationships with them. Employers are now your customers, you are their supplier. You have to become indispensable to them, providing solutions to their problems, some of which they may not even realize they have. In many ways you have to behave like their dream employee, being more willing and available than you may have got used to while in a “proper job”.
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You also have to be aware of, and sensitive to ,the fact that you can be seen as a threat by your customer’s conventional employees, who may regard you as taking work they can do. Successful freelancing relies on the co-operation of everyone you come into contact with. Work that brings you into conflict with an existing workforce can be more trouble than it’s worth.
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