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What are the speakers mainly talking about? A.A friend. B.A notice. C.Their manager.
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What does the woman suggest the man do? A.Have a good rest. B.Hold a special celebration. C.Ask Rick to go with him.
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What does the woman say about Linda's brother? A.He's hospitable. B.He's quiet. C.He's unfriendly.
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What will the woman probably do next? A.Fill in the application form. B.Go to the interview immediately. C.Rush back to fetch the application form.
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What do we know about the woman? A.She cared about others' comments. B.She had a fight with some girls. C.She wants to be a star.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.Why does the woman think the car looks strange? A.Its windows are broken. B.It has stayed there for long. C.It is parked against the rules. 2.What will the speakers probably do with the car? A.Report it to the police. B.Push it somewhere else. C.Leave it there.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.Where does the conversation probably take place? A.In a park. B.At a hospital. C.At a drug store 2.What does the man ask the woman to do? A.Drink another brand of water. B.Take one tablet a day for three days. C.Take a walk in the park. 3.What's wrong with the woman's son? A.He has some sunburn. B.He hurt his arm in a park. C.He has a stomachache.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.How long will the woman be away? A.Two weeks. B.One week. C.Two days. 2.Who will the woman work with in Toronto? A.The man's secretary. B.The man. C.Jodie. 3.How will the woman travel to Toronto? A.By car. B.By bus. C.By plane.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.What is the woman? A.A teacher. B.A student. C.A nurse. 2.What does the woman want to do? A.Work in a library. B.Tutor some children. C.Work as a volunteer. 3.What can the woman probably do? A.Buy medicine for the aged. B.Tidy up all the novels. C.Entertain the elderly.
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听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 1.What do we know about the speaker's job? A.It has long working hours. B.It's well-paid. C.It's easy. 2.What does the speaker say about hiring a cleaner? A.It's expensive. B.It's unnecessary. C.It's worthwhile. 3.How often did the speaker go to the supermarket before? A.Once a week. B.Twice a week. C.Three times a week. 4.What is more important to the speaker? A.Doing facial treatments. B.Having a clean house. C.Buying clothes.
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City College ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS All high school graduates and anyone 18 years of age or older, with or without a high school diploma, are suitable for admission. Individuals under the age of 18 who possess a high school diploma are also suitable for admission. HOW TO ENROLL IN CREDIT COURSES New and readmitted students must complete and hand in a credit admissions application form available online at www.ccsf.edu. BEFORE YOU REGISTER: ● Learn about your skill level in English and Math through our assessment service; ● Attend an orientation (新生报到会) to hear about support services; ● Meet with a counselor (adviser) to select your courses; ● Find out if you are required for attending the entrance examinations. HOW TO ENROLL IN NONCREDIT COURSES Courses in Noncredit Programs are free of charge (no enrollment fee). For information on how to enroll in noncredit courses, click here. PARKING Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to use public transit. Click here for Parking Regulations. SERVICES City College services include a bookstore, cafeteria, health center, tutoring center, career and transfer center, counseling, financial aid, library, learning resource center, student government offices, campus police, disabled students programs and more. 1.Which kind of the following people could not be admitted into City College? A.A high school graduate. B.An adult without a high school diploma. C.A sixteen boy without a high school diploma. D.Anyone who possesses a high school diploma. 2.What do we know about the entrance examinations from the passage? A.All new and readmitted students must take the examinations. B.Those who are poor in English and Math must take the entrance examinations. C.Not all the new students are required to take the entrance examinations. D.The entrance examinations are free of charge. 3.Where can this passage be found? A.On an education website. B.In a newspaper advertisement. C.In a tour guide. D.In a college news report.
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Poet William Stafford once said that we are defined more by the detours in life than by the narrow road toward goals. I like this image. But it was quite by accident that I discovered the deep meaning of his words. For years we made the long drive from our home in Seattle to my parents’ home in Boise in nine hours. We traveled the way most people do: the fastest, shortest, easiest road, especially when I was alone with four noisy, restless kids who hate confinement(限制) and have strong opinions about everything. Road trips felt risky, so I would drive fast, stopping only when I had to. We would stick to the freeways and arrive tired. But then Banner, our lamb was born. He was rejected by his mama days before our planned trip to Boise. I had two choices: leave Banner with my husband, or take him with me. My husband made the decision for me. That is how I found myself on the road with four kids, a baby lamb and nothing but my everlasting optimism to see me through. We took the country roads out of necessity. We had to stop every hour, let Banner shake out his legs and feed him. The kids chased him and one another. They’d get back in the car breathless and energized, smelling fresh from the cold air. We explored side roads, catching grasshoppers in waist-high grass. Even if we simply looked out of the car windows at baby pigs following their mother, or fish leaping out of the water, it was better than the best ride down the freeway. Here was life. And new horizons. We eventually arrived at my parents' doorstep astonishingly fresh and full of stories. I grew brave with the trip back home and creative with my disciplining technique. On an empty section of road, everyone started quarreling. I stopped the car, ordered all kids out and told them to meet me up ahead. I parked my car half a mile away and read my book in sweet silence. Some road trips are by necessity fast and straight. But that trip with Banner opened our eyes to a world available to anyone adventurous enough to wander around and made me realize that a detour may uncover the best part of a journey — and the best part of yourself. 1.Why did the author use to take freeways to her parents' home? A.It was less tiring. B.It would be faster and safer. C.Her kids would feel less confined. D.She felt better with other drivers nearby. 2.The author stopped regularly on the country roads to _____. A.relax in the fresh air B.take a deep breath C.let the kids play with Banner D.take care of the lamb 3.What does the author discover from the trip according to Paragraph 6? A.Freeways are where beauty hides. B.One should follow side roads to watch wild animals. C.Enjoying the beauty of nature benefits one's health. D.Getting close to nature adds to the joy of life. 4.What does the underlined word “detour” mean ? A.A fast and straight road trip. B.A route which is long and not direct. C.A pleasant and meaningful tour. D.An unpleasant road trip.
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Everyone could feel a sudden impulse(冲动) and buy something unnecessary. Then how to avoid it? The best way is to just keep your hands away from tempting products. According to new research, individuals who touch possible items in stores are more likely to have an increased desire to purchase them than those who keep their hand off the products. Suzanne Shu and Joann Peck, marketing professors at the University of Wisconsin’s business school conducted studies on the connection between touch and feelings of ownership and the effect of perceived(感觉)ownership on the value placed on an object. For one of the experiments, the experts placed two products, a Slinky toy and a coffee mug in front of the volunteers who were undergraduate students. About half of the participants were allowed to touch the products, while the other half were asked not to touch them. The volunteers then were asked to express their sense of ownership of the products and to report how much money they were willing to pay for each. The results showed that those students who were allowed to touch the objects reported significant increased level of perceived ownership. They also expressed a desire to pay more money to obtain the products. The investigators also discovered that a sense of very pleasant feelings when touching products, determined how much money consumers were willing to pay. However, if the object did not feel pleasant to the touch, it significantly decreased the amount the buyers were willing to pay. Researchers said that many stores have already followed the right path. But what can be done while shopping online, when touching of an item is not possible? In this case, the experts say, just picturing in mind that they are touching it and then owning it, will cause greater feelings of ownership, and thus the consumers will be more likely to make a purchase. When you touch an object, you immediately feel some kind of a connection to it, according to the researchers. That connection stirs up(唤起) an emotional reaction. And that emotion can make people buy something they would never even consider buying if they had not touched it. 1.How does the author develop the text? A.By providing typical examples. B.By drawing a conclusion through research. C.By comparing opinions from different fields. D.By presenting a cause and analyzing its effects. 2.Which of the following was found in the research? A.Touching a product affects the customer’s feelings of desire for it. B.If you are not to spend money, it’s less possible for you to touch the product. C.The longer you touch the goods, the more desire you have to own them. D.Shoppers cannot resist the temptation when they meet things they like. 3.What would happen to them when people do online shopping? A.They immediately feel a connection to it. B.They will particularly want to touch the products advertised on the Internet. C.They desire to possess it and do not care how much money they would pay. D.People’s imaginable ownership led to a greater possibility of purchasing products. 4.What led the researchers to conduct this study? A.To figure out the connection between touch and feelings of ownership. B.To satisfy customers’ social needs when shopping. C.To share the good ideas about avoid impulsive consumption. D.To develop marketing strategies for trade companies.
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A young woman sits alone in a café sipping tea and reading a book. She pauses briefly to write in a nearby notepad before showing her words to a passing café waiter: “Where are the toilets please?” This is a familiar scene in Tokyo’s so-called “silent cafés”, where customers are not allowed to speak, and only communicate by writing in notepads. The concept rises from a desire to be alone among young Japanese, a situation brought by economic uncertainty, a shift in traditional family support structures and the growing social isolation. The phenomenon is not limited to coffee shops but covers everything from silent discos, where participants dance alone wearing wireless headphones connected to the DJ, to products such as small desk tents designed for conversation-free privacy in the office. One Kyoto company even offers single women the opportunity to have a “one woman wedding” — a full bridal affair, complete with white dress and ceremony, and the only thing missing is the groom. The trend has its own media expression — “botchi-zoku”, referring to individuals who consciously choose to do things completely on their own. One recent weekday afternoon, Chihiro Higashikokubaru, a 23-year-old nurse, travelled 90 minutes from her home, to Tokyo on her day off in order to enjoy some solo time. Speaking quietly at the entrance of the cafe, Miss Higashikokubaru said: “I heard about this place via Twitter and I like the idea of coming here. I work as a nurse and it's always very busy. There are very few quiet places in Tokyo, and it's a big busy city. I just want to come and sit somewhere quietly on my own. I’m going to drink a cup of tea and maybe do some drawings. I like the idea of a quiet, calm atmosphere.” The desire to be isolated is not a new concept in Japan, home to an estimated 3.6 million “hikikomori” — a more extreme example of social recluses (隐士) who withdraw completely from society. 1.What is special about the “silent cafes”? A.It provides various tea and books. B.People are not allowed to communicate. C.It offers service by writing not by speaking. D.It has attracted many popular young people. 2.Which of the following brings about the idea of being alone in Japan? A.The stable economic situation. B.The increasing social isolation. C.The rapid development of the Internet. D.The rising demand for privacy. 3.What do we know about Higashikokubaru? A.She doesn’t like to be a nurse. B.She doesn’t like the life in big cities. C.She enjoys her solo time in a quiet place. D.She travelled to Tokyo on her work days. 4.What is the best title of the passage? A.A new concept in Japan B.Social recluses in Japan C.Silent cafes D.Lonely Japanese
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WE FOUND A FIX Tricks to Improve Your Life Get your water past airport security travel It’s impossible to get water through airport security, right? While it’s true that you are allowed only up to 3.4 ounces(盎司) of any liquid, 1. — if they are “frozen solid when presented for screening.” The catch is serious, however: “If frozen liquid items are partially melted, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container,” you’ll likely have to throw the whole thing. Keep your bananas fresh Can’t use the whole bunch(串) yet? 2.. The cold will help them stay at their peak for another week. That said, avoid freezing bananas that aren’t quite ripe, as it will stop the natural ripening process. 3. There’s a reason why apples are known as nature’s toothbrush — foods that are firm or crisp help clean teeth as they’re eaten. If you know you won’t be able to brush your teeth right after eating, you might want to save a cleaning food for the end of your meal. 4.. Make your bathroom smell nice naturally Looking for a way to get rid of horrible bathroom smells that doesn’t require a daily spray(喷雾)? Place five or so drops of any essential oil on the inside of the cardboard toilet paper roll, and voilà! 5. Just be careful that the oil doesn’t get on the paper itself. A. Every time someone gets some paper, the movement will release the pleasant but not over the top scent B. Transportation Security Administration regulations do let full water bottles through in one case C. Wait until they have started to soften, and then place them in the freezer D. Put them in the freezer once you get them from the market E. Other choices include raw carrots, and unbuttered popcorn F. Protect your teeth with nature’s toothbrush G. Clean your teeth with food
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The world always makes way for the dreamer. When I was twelve years old, my father took me to see Zig Zigler. I remember sitting in that dark hall listening to Mr. Zigler ____ everyone’s spirits up to the ceiling, I ____ there feeling like I could do anything. When we got to the car, I turned to my father and said, “Dad, I want to ____ people feel like that.” My father asked me ____ I meant. “I want to be a motivational speaker just like Mr. Zigler,” I replied.A(An) ____ was born. Recently, I began seeking my dream of motivating others. _____a four-year relationship with Fortune 100 Company____ as a sales-trainer and ending as a regional sales manager, I left the company at the height of my ____. Many people were ____ that I would leave after earning a six-figure income. And they asked ____ I would risk everything for a dream. I made my ____ to start my own company and leave my secure position after ____ a regional sales meeting. The vice-president of our company delivered a____ that changed my life. He asked us, “If a god would offer you three wishes, what would they be?” After giving us a/an ____ to write down the three wishes, he then asked us, “Why do you need a ____?” I would never forget the power I felt at that moment. I realized that ____ I had accomplished in the past had prepared me for this moment. I was ready and didn’t need a god’s help to become a motivational speaker. A motivational speaker was ____. Having made that decision, I was immediately ____. One week after I gave notice, my husband was laid off from his job, and now we had no ____. But I held onto my dream and the wonder really began to happen. In a short time my husband found a better job.And I was able to book several _____engagements(预约) with new customers. I discovered the incredible power of dreams. 1.A.rise B.blow C.put D.raise 2.A.slipped B.came C.arrived D.left 3.A.get B.make C.hope D.cheer 4.A.that B.what C.which D.if 5.A.dream B.idea C.thought D.speaker 6.A.Before B.After C.Because D.While 7.A.beginning B.working C.acting D.regarding 8.A.life B.love C.career D.income 9.A.surprised B.moved C.disappointed D.delighted 10.A.when B.if C.why D.how 11.A.plan B.promise C.decision D.mind 12.A.attending B.joining C.entering D.holding 13.A.newspaper B.book C.speech D.report 14.A.moment B.hour C.day D.week 15.A.help B.job C.god D.company 16.A.something B.anything C.nothing D.everything 17.A.alive B.dead C.born D.missing 18.A.examined B.tested C.checked D.searched 19.A.help B.harm C.income D.money 20.A.selling B.writing C.listening D.speaking
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阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式 Jack Ma, chairman of Alibaba Group, resigned 1.Teachers’ Day from leading the e-commerce giant he 2.(set) up 20 years ago. The 55-year-old businessman showed that he was ready for new things by 3.(dress) up like a rock star at his farewell party. In fact, his rags-to-riches story is 4.example of doing something different. 5.(visit) the United States in 1995, Ma saw the internet and had the idea of setting up his own trading website. In 1999, he founded Alibaba with a group of friends in a 6. (share) apartment, struggling for years to get it off the ground. Although 7. (face) with great challenges, the company 8. (gradual) brought e-commerce to China. His success has inspired a number of Chinese tech 9. (businessman). Ma pointed out that the key is having a dream. “It’s the dreams 10.keep us never afraid of setbacks.” Ma said in a video posted on Sept 9.
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假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。 增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号(＾)，并在该词下面写出该加的词。 删除:把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。 修改:在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。 注意:1.只允许修改5处，多者(从第6处起)不计分。 2.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词。 Three years ago I failed a important exam and become a student in an ordinary school. Although I felt disappointing at the shabby campus and the poorly-equipped classroom, but I found the teachers patient and considerate. Beside, I enjoyed the friendly atmosphere in class and decided to make the best of it. I worked hardly and got along well my teachers and classmates. Whenever I had difficulties, they were always available. Soon, I became one of the top student in my class, that greatly increased my confidence and got me motivated. My experience tells me that it is not what you are given but how you make use of it that determine who you are.
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假定你是李华，你刚从伦敦的旅行回来，非常感谢好友Jack在此期间的帮助。得知他对中国的节日非常感兴趣，特别是今年的国庆节，请你写一封信介绍中国的国庆节。内容要点: 1. 感谢他的帮助； 2. 介绍中国的国庆节； 3. 欢迎他来中国。 注意:1. 词数100左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 3. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。 Dear Jack, How is everything going? _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Best wishes. Yours sincerely， Li Hua
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