Does Fame Drive You Crazy?
Although being famous might sound like a dream come true, today's stars, feeling like zoo animals, face pressures that few of us can imagine. They are at the center of much of the world's attention. Paparazzi(狗仔队) camp outside their homes, cameras ready. Tabloids(小报) publish thrilling stories about their personal lives. Just imagine not being able to do anything without being photographed or interrupted for a signature!
According to psychologist Christina Villarreal, celebrities—famous people—worry constantly about their public appearance. Eventually, they start to lose track of who they really are, seeing themselves the way their fans imagine them, not as the people they were before everyone knew their names. “Over time，” Villarreal says, “they feel separated and alone.”
The phenomenon of tracking celebrities has been around for ages. In the 4th century B．C., painters followed Alexander the Great into battle, hoping to picture his victories for his admirers. When Charles Dickens visited America in the 19th century, his soldout readings attracted thousands of fans, leading him to complain(抱怨) about his lack of privacy. Tabloids of the 1920s and 1930s ran articles about filmstars in much the same way that modern tabloids and websites do.
Being a public figure today, however, is a lot more difficult than it used to be. Superstars cannot move about without worrying about photographers with modern cameras. When they say something silly or do something ridiculous, there is always the Internet to spread the news in minutes and keep their “story” alive forever.
If fame is so troublesome, why aren't all celebrities running away from it? The answer is there are still ways to deal with it. Some stars stay calm by surrounding themselves with trusted friends and family or by escaping to remote places away from big cities. They focus not on how famous they are but on what they love to do or whatever made them famous in the first place.
Sometimes a few celebrities can get a little justice. Still, even stars who enjoy full justice often complain about how hard their lives are. They are tired of being famous already.
1.It can be learned from the passage that stars today ________.
A.are often misunderstood by the public
B.can no longer have their privacy protected
C.spend too much on their public appearance
D.care little about how they have come into fame
2.What is the main idea of Paragraph 3?
A.Great heroes of the past were generally admired.
B.The problem faced by celebrities has a long history.
C.Wellknown actors are usually targets of tabloids.
D.Works of popular writers often have a lot of readers.
3.What makes it much harder to be a celebrity today?
A.Availability of modern media.
B.Inadequate social recognition.
C.Lack of favorable chances.
D.Huge population of fans.
4.What is the author's attitude toward modern celebrity?
A.Sincere. B.Sceptical.
C.Disapproving. D.Sympathetic.
When emergency workers arrive at an old firehouse in New York City, the way they greet each other is not what you might expect. These first responders say," Ni Hao! " "Ni Hao" means "hello" in Mandarin Chinese.
First responders are the first emergency workers to arrive at a fire, traffic accident or other emergency. Some first responders are fire fighters, while others can be Emergency Medical Technicians.
In Brooklyn, New York, over 20 first responders are studying Mandarin Chinese for about two hours a week. The class is the first of its kind. It is offered by the New York City Fire Department Foundation.
The U. S. Census Bureau recently reported that some New York neighborhoods are made up mostly of immigrants. Some people have predicted that the Chinese community is likely to become New York's largest immigrant group. They think the city will have the largest Chinese community outside of Asia.
The Census Bureau also found that almost 200 languages are spoken in the city. So, knowing different languages is important, especially if you are a first responder.
Lieutenant(中尉,少尉) Steve Lee is president of the Fire Department's Phoenix Society. He says that first responders must be able to communicate quickly and effectively when an emergency happens. He explains that first responders enter neighborhoods and communities to assist regardless of where they are from. Many times first responders do not speak the same language as the people they are called to help. He adds that it is vital, or very important, that first responders are able to communicate with the people calling for help.
Without help from homeowners and others, Lee adds, discovering exactly where a fire is burning can be a real problem. First responders need to ask questions such as "What building? What address? What apartment?" And the most important question," Is there anybody left in the building and where?"
1.Who are first responders according to Paragraph 2?
A.People first learning the disaster. B.Persons leading the emergency rescue.
C.Rescuers first reaching the disaster D.People first find the disaster.
2.Why are the first responders in New York studying the Chinese language?
A.To show respect to the Chinese immigrants.
B.To learn about Chinese cultures much better.
C.To meet the rapid growth of Chinese population.
D.To find a better job in Chinese community.
3.What do first responders concern most?
A.The place where the fire occurs. B.The people trapped in the fire.
C.The language to communicate. D.The distance covered to the fire.
4.What can be a suitable title for the text?
A.Mandarin Being a Must for Emergency Workers
B.New York's Emergency Crews Learning Mandarin
C.Language Problem Disturbing First Responders' Work
D.Importance of Languages Used in Emergency Rescue
Everyone fancies a bargain; if it is free, everyone loves it even more! Those who do not believe in a free lunch can now eat their words because it is possible to get things for free in Singapore without any conditions attached. Let me introduce you to some tips on where and how to gain some free presents, all without even touching your wallet.
Food
Go search for food festivals and fairs. These food sellers usually put out a lot of small samples for all to try. Famous ones include the Singapore Food Festival held annually in the month of July at various locations including the Takashimaya Square and Plaza Singapura.
Haircuts
There are well-known hair salons every month that require hair models for apprentices(学徒) to exercise their skills or for their hair stylists(发型师) to experiment with new styles. Unbelievable as it might sound, most people come out of this experience satisfied and addicted to more of such deals. Free Internet
Most hotels offer free wifi. There are also many cafes in Singapore that offer free wireless surfing. However, order a coffee to avoid unfriendly stares from the staff. Popular spots include the McDonald’s, Starbucks and
Cafe Galilee outlets throughout our island. Free City Tour If you are a traveler in Singapore, the Singapore Tourism Board has arranged for you to enjoy a free two-hour city tour that offers you a choice to enjoy a Sentosa Island tour or a small-boat experience.
Living and traveling in Singapore is expensive, but sometimes all it takes is a closer look at all the little sheltered comers of this island to appreciate the occasional treasures that are given to those who seek.
1.Which of the following best explains the underlined part “all without even touching your wallet”？
A.Free of charge. B.Free of worry.
C.Free of pain. D.Free of tax.
2.From which way does free “Haircuts” benefit hair salons?
A.Advertising their products.
B.Attracting more customers.
C.Developing their staff’s skills.
D.Building their reputation.
3.In which part of a magazine can we read this text?
A.Health. B.Economy.
C.Education. D.Travel.
假定你是李华，你所在的学校将在下个月举办美国电影节（American Film Festival）。请你根据以下要点给你的美国朋友Peter写一封信，邀请他给学生作一次讲座。要点如下：
1. 讲座目的：使学生对美国电影有所了解;
2. 讲座内容：简要介绍美国电影制作行业的历史;
3. 讲座时间：1小时30分钟。
注意：1. 词数100左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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Time seems to be not enough for us senior students. As the result, more and more students try to study from early morning till later afternoon, even during the ten-minute break. In my opinion, taking a ten-minute break between classes are necessary. If not, they will feel tired both physical and mentally. During the break, we should do something get rid of tiredness. What we need of is to have a real rest, instead of getting more tired. So doing nothing tired in that period is really good for us. My ten-minute break is always entertaining. Sometimes I would like to take some exercises. Sometimes I have a free chat with my classmates or just take a walk outside. Although the next class begins, I feel fresh again.
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Most students do an IQ test early in their school career. Even if they never see 1.(result) , they feel that their IQ is what decides how well they are going to do in life. When they see other students doing 2.(well) than them, they usually believe that those students have 3.higher IQ and that there is nothing they can do 4.(change) facts. However, new research into people’s EQ suggests that success is not 5.(simple) the result of a high IQ.
While your IQ tells you how 6.(intelligence) you are, your EQ tells you how well you use your intelligence. Professor Salovery, who 7.(invent) the term EQ, gives the following description: At work, it is your EQ 8.gets you promoted (晋升) . 9.(support) by his academic research, Professor Salovery suggests that when predicting (预测) someone’s future success, we should pay more attention 10. their character. People’s EQ might actually matter more than their IQ.
