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Deputy (副职) Head Teacher Wanted
Position：Deputy head teacher
Employer：Bracknell Forest Council
Published：10∶00 A．M.Mon.Dec.12,2011
Closing date：10∶00 A．M.Mon.Jan.16,2012
Working pattern：Fulltime
Salary：￡20,000－￡34,999 per year
Location：Jennett’s Park Primary School，Bracknell，Berkshire
The governors are seeking to employ an enthusiastic deputy head teacher to be a key partner in founding and leading our brandnew primary school in Bracknell.
We offer：
● a brand-new school building
● the opportunity to work in close partnership with the head teacher and governors to create and develop a new staff team
● a growing community looking forward to their new school opening
● the opportunity for further professional development which will support you through the next stage of your career
● the opportunity to lead key projects across the school
You will be：
● an excellent classroom practitioner (从业人员)，who will enjoy shaping and delivering a broad，balanced and creative curriculum in class
● able to lead the staff by focusing on teamwork
● committed to working in partnership with parents and the nearby community
For further information，you can contact the head teacher，Ms Maria Soulsby，by dialing 32899918 or you can send an email to Maria，soulsby@bracknellforest.gov.uk. You can also come to visit our school in person.
If you have not heard from us two weeks after the closing date，that means your application has not been accepted.Apply using Bracknell Forest Council application forms only；CVs (简历) will not be accepted.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
All staff employed in the school must be aware that a check on the criminal record will be done.
1.According to the passage，the deputy head teacher ________.
A．will work for the school as a parttime teacher
B．will have the opportunity to work with governors
C．doesn’t have to work with parents
D．must be aware of his criminal record
2.From the passage we can know that Jennett’s Park Primary School________.
A．has a long and old history
B．uses an old building
C．has a woman head teacher
D．wants to have a male deputy head teacher
3.Whose application is likely to be accepted?
A．A person who sends the required application form on January 13,2012.
B．A person who sends a specially designed CV on January 15,2012.
C．A person who used to be a professional head teacher.
D．A person who is able to create a curriculum with his team members.
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(2016·皖北协作区高三联考)A former RAF (Royal Air Force) Spitfire pilot Peter Proctor, who fought in the World War Two, parachuted (跳伞) for the first time — at the grand old age of 92. Mr Proctor jumped out of a plane for the first time at Sibson Airfield, Peterborough, more than 70 years after he joined the RAF.
Mr Proctor, who has two artificial hips (臀部) and a false knee, jumped more than 13,000 feet to successfully complete his first ever freefall jump. He said, “I've spent a lot of my life up in the air but this was a completely different experience. It was a nightmare trying to open up the hatches (舱口) and jump out of the plane back then, but I am so glad I have managed to complete the jump and I would love to do it again in the near future.”
Mr Proctor joined the RAF in 1942 and he was stationed in Durban, South Africa, to do his training before being sent to Zimbabwe where he earned his wings. He went on to become a fighter pilot in Egypt, India and went on a jungle selfpreservation course before being sent to Burma in 1945. He ended his career in the armed forces in 1946 to return to his job as a store keeper in a shoe factory and went on to become a lorry driver for 33 years.
His wife, Olive, passed away eight years ago, but Mr Proctor has been determined to continue traveling around the world. He said, “Olive died eight years ago and it was absolutely upsetting. But I've had great support from my family and friends who always encourage me to enjoy life.”
Mr Proctor did the jump with the RAF Falcons and raised £3,000 for the Royal Air Force Association which provides support for servicemen and their families.
1.How did Mr Proctor feel when he jumped out of the plane?
A.Terrified. B.Inspired.
C.Disappointed. D.Annoyed.
2.How long did Mr Proctor serve in RAF?
A.About 3 years. B.About 4 years.
C.About 8 years. D.About 33 years.
3.What's the purpose of Mr Proctor's jump?
A.To break the record of a parachute jump.
B.To encourage young people to enjoy life.
C.To raise money for servicemen and their families.
D.To challenge himself and realize his value of life.
4.What can be the best title for the text?
A.A former pilot's first parachute jump
B.A newlyset Guinness record
C.The oldest parachute jumper
D.A pilot's colorful whole life
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Wisdom teeth are normally the last teeth to appear.This usually happens when people are in their late teen years or early twenties，in other words，when they are older and wiser.
Wisdom teeth can grow into place normally and never cause a problem.But often there is not enough room for them in the mouth；they might crowd other teeth.Sometimes they even push sideways through the gums (齿龈)．
An impacted wisdom tooth is one that fails to completely rise through the gums.Wisdom teeth that only partly break through can leave space for bacteria to enter around the teeth.Infection (感染) is a risk in these cases.
Wisdom teeth that are not well lined and become impacted are often removed.The American Dental Association says removal is generally advised when wisdom teeth only partly break through the gums.Removal is also advised if there is a chance that wisdom teeth ate poorly lined.The best time to remove is before the teeth cause any problems or pain.Young adults are the best candidates for wisdom teeth removal.
But why do we have wisdom teeth if we often need to get them removed? One theory has to do with our diets.Scientists say the diet of ancient humans probably required more chewing teeth.Life was probably a little rougher on the teeth back then，too.So it was good to have extras.
1.According to the passage，which of the following statements is NOT true?
A．Just older and wiser people can have wisdom teeth.
B．Wisdom teeth can cause problems if not in their right place.
C．Impacted wisdom teeth can’t grow out of the gum fully.
D．Wisdom teeth that only partly break can get bacterial infections.
2.Wisdom teeth should be removed ________.
A．when they break through the gums
B．when they are below the gums
C．if they are not well lined or get impacted
D．if they take up enough room in the mouth
3.We can learn from the passage that________.
A．impacted wisdom teeth have the risk of getting infected
B．ancient humans need chewing teeth because of their happy life
C．older adults are the best candidates for wisdom teeth removal
D．more chewing teeth are needed for the diet of modern humans
4.The main purpose of the passage is to________.
A．advise B．persuade
C．comment D．introduce
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Tina Rees, 50
English teacher (Canadian)
I wanted to be a doctor and help people. I was always playing doctor with dolls, wrapping their arms and legs in tissues! My mom was a nurse, and my two sisters are now nurses, but I went into finance. The educational requirements to be a doctor are too much for me now, but I feel I'm helping people and contributing to society as a teacher.
John Podeszwa, 45
English school owner (American)
I've always loved animals, and as a little boy I first wanted to be a frog, then a chimp. When told I had to be something human, I chose zookeeper. I worked at a zoo in high school, but I wouldn't want to do that job now, although I am fulfilling my dream of helping rescued animals, since I own a honey bear, an albino snake (患白化病的蛇), a dog and some cats!
Miwa Gilligan, 48
Parttime worker (Japanese)
As a little girl I wanted to be many things, and when my grandmother suggested that as an actress I could play various roles, that stuck with me. The Takarazuka Revue (宝冢歌剧团) was popular during my childhood, so that also inspired me. Of course I would still like to become an actress.
Hiromitsu Tokunaga, 55
Sewage worker (Japanese)
My dream job both as a child and now is to be an astronaut. I grew up during the “Space Race” era and remember well the first moon landing, the famous scifi movie 2001, and all the rest. I still have a strong dream of going into space, and in my lifetime hope to see regular affordable space tours for people like me!
1.We know from the text that ________.
A.Tina Rees is satisfied with her present job
B.Tina Rees once received medical education
C.Tina's two sisters don’t do the same job as their mother does
D.their mother's preference to Tina's sisters disappointed Tina
2.Who would still like to do their childhood dream jobs if they could?
A.Miwa Gilligan and Tina Rees.
B.Tina Rees and John Podeszwa.
C.John Podeszwa and Hiromitsu Tokunaga.
D.Hiromitsu Tokunaga and Miwa Gilligan.
3.What can we infer from the text?
A.People like Hiromitsu Tokunaga can go on regular affordable space tours.
B.In John Podeszwa's school, students are encouraged to help rescued animals.
C.At least two of the people were influenced by others in their dream job choice.
D.The requirements didn't stop Tina Rees from realizing her doctor dream.
4.Which would be the best title for the text?
A.Children from Different Countries Share Dreams
B.What Was Your Dream Job as a Child?
C.How Was Your Dream Realized?
D.Children Have Different Dream Jobs
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For many people，volunteering is a way of life.Holidays are the time of the year that more people are in a giving mood.Homeless shelters，children’s hospitals，and nursing homes are excellent places to give of one’s time.
Volunteering in Homeless Shelters
There is a homeless directory online that anyone can easily access to find the closest homeless shelter to their home.According to the homeless shelter directory，currently there are 3,233 shelters in the US，so it is not difficult to find a shelter.Helping to serve food，picking up donations of food，preparing meals，and cleaning up are things that one can do to help at a homeless shelter.
Volunteering in Children’s Hospitals
Every child needs comfort and joy，especially during the holiday seasons.By visiting sick children in hospitals，an individual provides helping hands by supplementing the services usually done by the hospital staff.Personalizing the hospital experience adds to the comfort and happiness of the children and their families.Volunteers provide help，and positive interactions (相互交流) which enhance the patient’s quality of care.Help is needed almost everywhere in a hospital；from the lobby，parking lot，cafeteria，to admitting，helping with the gift cart，and even reading to children in the waiting rooms or their hospital rooms.
Volunteering in Nursing Homes
According to the National Center for Health Statistics，“Over 50% of those living in nursing homes do not have close relatives and 46% have no living children.” Life in a nursing home is lonely，confusing，and frightening for many residents. Volunteering at a nursing home is a great opportunity to make a difference in someone else’s life.Playing cards，sitting with and talking to a resident，taking a walk，or sharing a meal makes a huge difference，especially when they have no other sole on earth to visit them.
The three examples above are only a small fraction of institutions in which volunteers are needed.Giving of oneself，especially during the holidays blesses and cheers others.
1.According to the passage，what can a volunteer do in nursing homes?
A．Visiting the sick children.
B．Picking up the donated food.
C．Helping with the gift cart.
D．Playing cards with a lonely old man.
2.What can we learn about the volunteering?
A．You can only volunteer during the holidays.
B．You can help prepare meals in a nursing home.
C．It is easy to find a homeless shelter to volunteer.
D．Help is needed everywhere in a homeless shelter.
3.In a children’s hospital，which of the following is true?
A．Over 50% of those living there do not have relatives.
B．A personal visit brings happiness to a sick boy.
C．Children live a lonely and frightening life.
D．Children love listening to volunteers’ reading.
4.The best title for the passage would be ________.
A．Giving of oneself cheers others
B．Volunteering is a way of life
C．Volunteering during the holidays
D．Giving is better than taking
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“Have a nice day！” may be a pleasant gesture or a meaningless expression. When my friend Maxie says “Have a nice day” with a smile, I know she sincerely cares about what happens to me. I feel loved and secure since another person cares about me and wishes me well.
“Have_a_nice_day. Next！” This version of the expression is spoken by a salesgirl at the supermarket who is rushing me and my groceries out the door. The words come out in the same tone (腔调) with a fixed procedure. They are spoken at me, not to me. Obviously, the concern for my day and everyone else's is the management's attempt to increase business.
The expression is one of those behaviors that help people get along with each other. Sometimes it indicates the end of a meeting. As soon as you hear it, you know the meeting is at an end. Sometimes the expression saves us when we don't know what to say. “Oh, you just had a tooth out? I'm terribly sorry, but have a nice day.”
The expression can be pleasant. If a stranger says “Have a nice day” to you, you may find it heartwarming because someone you don't know has tried to be nice to you.
Although the use of the expression is an insincere, meaningless social custom at times, there is nothing wrong with the sentence except that it is a little uninteresting. The salesgirl, the waitress, the teacher, and all the countless others who speak it without thinking may not really care about my day. But in a strange and comfortable way, it's nice to know they care enough to pretend they care when they really don't care all that much. While the expression may not often be sincere, it is always spoken. The point is that people say it all the time when they like.
1.How does the author understand Maxie's words?
A.Maxie shows her anxiety to the author.
B.Maxie really wishes the author a good day.
C.Maxie encourages the author to stay happy.
D.Maxie really worries about the author's security.
2.What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 2 mean?
A.The salesgirl is rude.
B.The salesgirl is bored.
C.The salesgirl cares about me.
D.The salesgirl says the words as a routine.
3.By saying “Have a nice day”， a stranger may________.
A.try to be polite to you
B.express respect to you
C.give his blessing to you
D.share his pleasure with you
4.What is the best title of the passage?
A.Have a Nice Day — a Social Custom
B.Have a Nice Day — a Pleasant Gesture
C.Have a Nice Day — a Heartwarming Greeting
D.Have a Nice Day — a Polite Ending of a Conversation
