It was on a sunny Saturday afternoon in the spring of 1949 that I learned an important life lesson about judging others by their physical appearance.
As a senior at school, I worked part time as a salesman in _______ center. The job provided a pleasant working environment and a modest _______. My weekly paycheck _______ a base salary and commissions (佣金) earned on the _______of radios and music related accessories(配件).
For maximum _______ at acquiring commissions, especially on sales of higher-priced items, two other teenage salesmen and I used the “up” system, taking turns greeting _______ entering the shop.
On that _______ afternoon, a tall, unshaven man walked in wearing clothing more _______ for yard work than for shopping.
This slim, _______ fellow was my “up”, but after glancing at his ________, quickly concluded my ________ would be more profitably spent with another apparently ________ customer, so I looked at my co-worker Norman and signaled that I was giving up my ________ to him.
Norman ________ as this unseemly looking fellow walked to the radio display. Then this fellow pointed at the Trans-Oceanic and asked whether he had six in ________. Norman looked ________, then turned and went into the storeroom. He immediately ________ and said that there were six. Then the buyer opened his checkbook and waited for Norman to write the ________. And I was asked to help carry the six Trans-Oceanic boxes to the back seat of the buyer’s car ________ nearby.
Ever since that notable afternoon, some years ago, I have carefully ________ judging others only on their appearance.
1.A. music B. sports C. drawing D. dancing
2.A. product B. income C. pension D. profit
3.A. determined B. adjusted C. combined D. contributed
4.A. spread B. focus C. record D. sale
5.A. freedom B. purpose C. fairness D. expression
6.A. farmers B. customers C. workers D. educators
7.A. unbearable B. uncomfortable C. unreasonable D. unforgettable
8.A. cool B. suitable C. responsible D. available
9.A. ragged B. polite C. proud D. crazy
10.A. status B. movement C. expression D. appearance
11.A. efforts B. rewards C. trend D. safety
12.A. busy B. wealthy C. plain D. common
13.A. turn B. cause C. bond D. plan
14.A. apologized B. compromised C. pretended D. approached
15.A. store B. exchange C. advance D. demand
16.A. annoyed B. frightened C. amazed D. disappointed
17.A. stopped B. trembled C. returned D. forgot
18.A. bonus B. receipt C. discount D. comment
19.A. sold B. insured C. parked D. selected
20.A. admitted B. considered C. risked D. avoided
I used to roll my eyes many times before I could get up. Recently, things have changed after I read stories like this one, “Getting up early changed my life”. Here are the benefits I’ve seen so far from changing my workout routine.
I have more energy
As I said, I’ve been a sleepy person while I still love sleeping. I now have an extra burst of energy. I’m less weak in the office, and my brain is more attentive and ready to work. Once, 1., not even coffee could get me ready for the day. But now a good workout can.
I have more confidence
The enough energy rolled into more confidence. I feel better after a workout. Also, after getting especially sweaty, I have to take time to shower, of course. 2..
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Getting up earlier and using my energy earlier make me so unbelievably ready for bed by the end of the day. My old routine would consist of getting up at the last possible minute before work and being absolutely exhausted to try to fall asleep. Have you ever felt so tired that you can’t fall asleep? 4..
I have more time
5.. Now that I’ve shifted my schedule, I have a little more time after work to take care of myself, whether that’s spending time with friends, cooking a healthier meal, reading and studying, or even just watching a movie.
A. I sleep better
B. I’m more consistent
C. It sound ridiculous, but it happens
D. I’d have to skip my workout -in favor of a social life
E. I had a hard time to try to wake up physically and mentally
F. Speaking of that old routine, my days used to consist of work and sleep
G. This means I go through my full morning routine instead of just rolling out of bed
Google, one of the world’s outstanding tech companies, was attacked. It wasn’t its search engine that was attacked or its advertising platform or even its social network. Google+. Instead, it was a building.
Two web security experts hacked (侵入) into its Wharf 7 office in Sydney, Australia, through Google’s building management system (BMS). One of them, Billy Rios, says, “My colleague and I have lot of experience in web security, but it is not something that people couldn’t learn. Once you understand how the system works, it is very simple.”
They found the system on Shodan, a search engine that lists devices connected to the Internet, and then ran it through their own software to identify who owned the building. In the case of the Google hacking, the researchers had no immoral purpose and just informed Google about what they found.
According to Mr Rios, who runs security company Whitescope, there are 50, 000 buildings currently connected to the Internet, including research institutes, churches and hospitals, and 2, 000 of those are online with password protection, Martyn Thomas, a professor of IT at Gresham College in the UK, says, “It is beyond doubt that attempts to attack building management systems are happening all the time.”
Making a building smart generally means connecting the systems that control heating, lighting and security to the Internet and the wider corporate network. There was a strong reason for doing this, said Andrew Kelly, principal security consultant at defence company Qinetiq.
“Energy savings are the biggest factor in connecting building management systems to the corporate network,” he says. “It gives those who run the building better control and offers between 20% to 50% in energy savings,” he adds.
But it also makes them less secure. And if any of these feels like a Hollywood film, think again.
1.How did Billy Rios and his colleague hack Google’s building?
A. They invented a search engine and connected it to Google’s building.
B. They worked for Google and mastered how the building worked.
C. They used Google’s BMS to find out the owner of the building,
D. They connected their own software to the building to run Google.
2.In the case of the Google hacking, the researchers had the intention of ________.
A. analyzing some immoral problems
B. explaining the reasons for energy savings
C. entering Google’s building to save more energy
D. telling Google about the Wharf 7 office’s hidden danger
3.What’s the main idea of Paragraph 4?
A. The building management systems of some buildings are in danger.
B. There are many researchers contributing a lot to web security.
C. The attack on building management systems happens all over the world.
D. There are too many buildings connected to the Internet to be managed well.
4.What is the author’s attitude towards the way of the energy savings of some buildings?
A. Ambiguous. B. Negative. C. Indifferent. D. Favorable.
Being mistreated at work can out their negative emotions on loved ones at home. But a new study suggests that getting more exercise and sleep may help people better cope with them by leaving them at work where they belong.
Previous research shows that employees who are looked down on or insulted by colleagues are likely to go express their frustrations and behave angrily toward people outside of work, says study co-author Shannon Taylor, a management professor at the University of Central Florida’s College of Business.
The new study backs up this idea, but offers a bit of good news as well: Employees who averaged more than 10,500 steps a day or burned at least 2, 100 calories were less likely to mistreat their cohabitants than those who averaged fewer steps of burned fewer calories.
The findings also revealed that when employees felt they had a bad night’s sleep because of work issues, they were more likely to be grouchy at home. “When you’re tired, you’re either less able or less motivated to regulate yourself”, says co-author Larissa Barber, a professor of psychology at Northern Illinois University.
Physical activity seems to counterbalance poor sleepy, Barber says, because it promotes healthy brain functions needed to properly regulate emotions and behaviors. “This study suggests that high amounts of exercise can be at least one way to improve the situations brought by sleep troubles that lead to negative behaviors at home,” she says.
Barber acknowledges that finding time to work out and get a full night’s sleep can be difficult when work pressure is mounting, and that often, job stress can be directly related to sleep quality. But she says making the effort to burn some extra calories and blow off some steam can be worth it. “It’s not only good for you”, says Taylor, but it can benefit the people you live with as well.
1.What does the underlined word “they” in Paragraph l refer to?
A. Loved people at home. B. Negative emotions.
C. Different work pressures. D. More exercise and sleep.
2.Who will most probably behave angrily to family members?
A. A person who always is easy to get tired.
B. A person who often goes to the gym to work out.
C. A person who often argues with colleagues.
D. A person who is always treated badly by coworkers.
3.The underlined word “counterbalance” in Paragraph 5 is closest in meaning to “________”.
A. make use of B. take control of C. make up for D. keep up with
4.What can we learn from the text?
A. Work pressure makes no difference in sleep quality.
B. How to burn more calories has become a major issue for workers.
C. Enough exercise can replace good sleep in dealing with negative behaviors.
D. The amount of calories employees burn affects the frequency of losing temper.
Growing ups I always envied my friends who lived in one town in their whole lives. Coming from a military family makes this impossible. My brothers and I soon found that if we didn’t like a place we lived in, we’d soon be moving to a new place. Through all the ups and downs, I now realize that’s everything I’ve done, seen, and learned has made me into the person I am today.
The field day was the best day ever created. Being good at sports which I had done together with parents seemed to help me find my position at a new school. Despite the hot weather in San Antonio, Texas, I had to take outdoor activities. Sometimes we took the family mountain biking after school. My brothers and I were arranged to join in the swim team and practice yoga. These are the things I remember about my childhood. Now I thank my parents for teaching me these vital principles, which I will have with me the rest of my life.
I was always the shy girl and afraid to be myself. This didn’t bother me until I reached junior high school, when some girls judged me by what I wore, who I talked to and how skinny I was. I felt like I’d never done anything wrong to deserve such criticism. It was not until last year that I realized that I had to stay different from them and live my life according to my principles. I decided to be my own person. I never thought that being nice could cause me to be disliked. Anyway, I began hanging out with girls who had a lot in common with me like preferring outdoor sports. They were accepting and non-judgmental. I am now content with knowing that I am my own person and don’t let others control my life.
1.What caused the author to envy some of her friends when she was young?
A. Her growing up like a boy.
B. Her family’s frequent moving.
C. Her busy school life.
D. Her strict parents.
2.Why did the author mention the field day in Paragraph 2?
A. To show her hard childhood.
B. To show her hobby in sports.
C. To show her satisfactory family life.
D. To show her parents’ influence on her.
3.What resulted in the author’s change in junior high school?
A. Her constantly being good to others.
B. Her obeying her principles strictly.
C. Some girls’ improper judgment on here.
D. Some girls’ refusing to make friends with her.
4.What may be the best title for the text?
A. Running for my life
B. My happy childhood
C. My parents’ regulations
D. Loving outdoor sports
Nightlife Downtown Crested Butte is home to some fun adventure nightlife! With many different options for enjoying a night, you’re sure to have a great time! Enjoy the free bus system between the mountain and town to get around.
Kids’ Night Out
On vacation, kids and parents deserve a special night out. But sometimes; what’s special for the kids isn’t quite what you have in mind. We created Kids’ Night Out so you can all have the night you’re looking for. Our fun-loving kids’ instructors host your kids for a Visit to the Adventure Park, followed by dinner and games while you head out of the town. Ages 8~12 are welcome, 75 per child. Kids’ Night Out takes place nightly in the coldest.
Majestic Fun
It is small and personal and it offers a wide range of movies, from new releases to classics, action etc. All natural snacks and alcoholic drinks are available. For movie show times and more information, call 970-349-8955 or visit our website.
Princess Wine Bar
Escape the ordinary and experience the Princess Wine Bar in downtown Crested Butte. Enjoy the coffeehouse featuring Belgian snacks, baked eggs, apple-wood smoked bacon, and coffee drinks. Live entertainment makes the Princess Wine Bar the perfect choice. Open daily from 8:00 pm to midnight, but advance reservations are required. For more information you can call 970-349-0210.
Talk of the Town
If you are looking for a good time, the Talk offers football, pinball, video games, good music, and pool tables any night of the week. Located in the center Of Crested Butte on Elk Avenue, open daily at 3:00 pm, the Talk’s Happy Hour is from 3:00 to 8:00 pm. For further information, you can call 970-349-6809.
1.What is special about Kids’ Night Out?
A. It’s in the town center. B. It opens only in winter.
C. It offers many games. D. It gives parents an interesting night.
2.What should you do if you plan to go to Princess Wine Bar?
A. Read some extraordinary stories.
B. Know the names of different snacks.
C. Contact it ahead of time.
D. Arrive before 8:00 pm.
3.What is the purpose of the text?
A. To promote some fun programs.
B. To advertise the free bus system.
C. To compare the night life items.
D. To encourage more outdoor activities.
