阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中选出最佳选项。

  In your surroundings, nearly every person has his or her own way of doing things.Some people are outgoing, some enjoy keeping to themselves and others prefer a little of both.In fact, we can classify people into four basic personality types or behavioral styles.

  Look around your office and see if you can see any of these people.We'll call the first person Dave.Dave likes immediate results and tends not to listen to details before making decisions.He acts quickly and often cuts people off mid-sentence.Then there's Stan.Stan is very predictable and patient.He's loyal to the organization and listens attentively.Or how about Ingrid? Ingrid is optimistic and looks for the best in everyone.She enjoys conversations, networking events and spreading her influence.She has recently bought a fitness center.She discovered that when the center is empty, she goes crazy.She likes to have people around her all of the time and can't stand the quiet of the afternoon.Finally, we have Catherine.Catherine is interested in accuracy and details.She enjoys working alone and prefers to use diplomacy(外交)to solve conflicts rather than action.

  Each of them demonstrates one of the four primary behavioral styles.These are dominance(支配型), influence, steadiness and conscientiousness(思维清醒型).Dominant people are direct and decisive; they like accepting challenges, taking action, and getting immediate results.Influential people are optimistic and outgoing; they prefer to participate in teams, share ideas, and entertain others.Steady people are sympathetic and cooperative; they like working behind the scenes and being good listeners.Conscientious people are concerned and correct; they like planning ahead, employing systematic approaches and checking and re-checking for accuracy.

  Let's take Dave for example.He fits into the Dominance behavioral style.Dave likes to make quick decisions and solve problems, but he sometimes has trouble understanding that people need people and, as such, finds it hard to identify with the group.We need people like Dave because he moves things forward.To be most effective, Dave needs people who can handle the details he often ignores.

  So which personality style is the best? Which is most effective? The answer is that each of us is effective in dealing with different people, problems, situations and careers; we each have our own style.

(1)

Who fits into the Steadiness behavioral style?

[  ]

A.

Dave

B.

Stan

C.

Ingrid

D.

Catherine

(2)

If you’re a dominant person, you need ________ to help deal with the details you usually

ignore.

[  ]

A.

a direct and decisive person

B.

an influential person

C.

a steady person

D.

a considerate person

(3)

If a person often encourages you to open up and communicate, he/she most probably fits into ________.

[  ]

A.

the Dominance behavioral style

B.

the Influence behavioral style

C.

the Steadiness behavioral style

D.

the Conscientiousness behavioral style

(4)

It can be inferred from the passage that ________.

[  ]

A.

people with different personalities are more likely to be successful

B.

asking different people for advice can help to avoid conflict within a group

C.

each behavioral style has its own advantages and disadvantages

D.

we can choose our own personality style as we like

(5)

The main purpose of the text is to ________.

[  ]

A.

introduce four people's personalities

B.

show how to find out your own personality style

C.

list the benefits of knowing one's behavioral style

D.

discuss four different types of personalities


B
I’m a pig, and my son is a rabbit. I have snakes for daughters, and my wife, believe it or not, is a dragon! Do I live in a zoo? No, of course not! I am talking about Chinese zodiac signs. Depending on the year of your birth, each person has an animal for a sign. That’s why I am a pig and my wife is a dragon. If you, like me, were born in the year of the pig, then you are brave, thoughtful and loyal. The year of the pig is filled with good fortune.
  Now let’s take a closer look at this interesting animal.
  Pigs were first raised by man about 9,000 years ago, and are still a very common farm animal in many parts of the world. We don’t just use pigs for their meat — almost every part of the animal is used. The hair is used for artists’ brushes. The fat is used to make floor wax, rubber and plastics.
 Pigs have also been important in the world of entertainment. In 1995 the film ‘Babe’ starred a loveable talking pig as its main character. The film won an Oscar and was nominated for 6 more. In England you can even go to watch pig racing. A farmer, Rob Shepherd, has been raising money for charity by holding pig races on his farm. The events have been very successful. People don’t just want to eat pigs, it seems!
 Pigs also play an important role in the English language. For example, if someone says that he will travel to the sun one day, you can say “pigs might fly!” to him. Hungry? Well then, you can “pig out” and eat lots of food. And what if someone rescues you? Well, you can say that they “saved your bacon”.
44. The writer wrote the first paragraph in a ______ tone.
  A. sad      B. confused      C. serious     D. humorous
45. We may know from the passage that ______.
  A. people in England like pigs more than other animals
  B. pigs are more useful than ordinary people imagine
  C. pigs are the first animals raised by man
  D. more people don’t want to eat pigs now
46. The underlined sentence “pigs might fly!” in the fifth paragraph means “______”.
  A. What you have just said is impossible
  B. Pigs are great animals
  C. I don’t understand your words
  D. I can’t agree with you more
47. Which diagram shows the structure of the passage?
        
     A         B        C          D

根据短文内容,从短文后的七个选项中选出能填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为 多余选项。
Does a Dog Help a Teen with Low Self-esteem?

A dog is known as man’s best friend for good reason. Loyal and affectionate ,a dog companion can enrich its owner’s life in many ways, 1_____ Many teenagers suffer from periods of low self-esteem (自尊)as they try to navigate the wavy waters of adolescence and deal with all of its associated highs and lows.
A teenager who lacks self-esteem may feel isolated from his peers and unable to tell his parents about personal issues. The company of a dog can be a huge comfort and ease feelings of loneliness and awkwardness. A dog offers genuine unconditional love. 2_____
All dogs need exercise,so taking his clog for a walk is the perfect opportunity for a teenager to get outdoors and benefit from fresh air and physical activity. Exercise allows people to take control of their bodies,which is often the first step toward regaining control of other aspects of their life,says mental health specialist Dr. Alan Cohen. 3    Exercise releases chemicals called endorphins (内排肽)into the brain? which create positive responses in the body ,including improved self­esteem.
Dogs can help teenagers be more sociable and make new friends, suggests HELPGUIDE. 4_____ A dog is a great ice-breaker ,avoiding awkward social situations and putting the teenager at ease with people he meets. The more confident the teen becomes when out and about with his clog ,the more his self-esteem will improve.
5_____ If a teenager is suffering from depression or developing dangerous habits such as alcohol and drug abuse ,more extreme action may be required. In these cases ,professional help should be sought and all treatment plans considered. Parents who suspect that their teen’s low self­esteem is a sign of a far more serious problem should ask a suitably qualified health professional for advice.

A.In some cases, having a dog will not help with a teenager’s low self-esteem.
B.It simply accepts its owner for who he is and doesn’t judge, question or criticize.
C.Pets offer an unconditional love that can be very helpful to people with depression.
D.You don’t have to worry about hurting your pet’s feelings or getting advice you don’t want.
E. In particular, someone with low self-esteem may find a pet dog to be extremely beneficial.
F. A teen may meet his peers while walking his dog in the park or taking part in a dog training class.
G. Many forms of exercise besides walking can be enjoyed with a dog, such as cycling, jogging and throwing a ball.

根据短文内容,从短文后的七个选项中选出能填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为 多余选项。

Does a Dog Help a Teen with Low Self-esteem?

A dog is known as man’s best friend for good reason. Loyal and affectionate ,a dog companion can enrich its owner’s life in many ways, 1_____ Many teenagers suffer from periods of low self-esteem (自尊)as they try to navigate the wavy waters of adolescence and deal with all of its associated highs and lows.

A teenager who lacks self-esteem may feel isolated from his peers and unable to tell his parents about personal issues. The company of a dog can be a huge comfort and ease feelings of loneliness and awkwardness. A dog offers genuine unconditional love. 2_____

All dogs need exercise,so taking his clog for a walk is the perfect opportunity for a teenager to get outdoors and benefit from fresh air and physical activity. Exercise allows people to take control of their bodies,which is often the first step toward regaining control of other aspects of their life,says mental health specialist Dr. Alan Cohen. 3    Exercise releases chemicals called endorphins (内排肽)into the brain? which create positive responses in the body ,including improved self­esteem.

Dogs can help teenagers be more sociable and make new friends, suggests HELPGUIDE. 4_____ A dog is a great ice-breaker ,avoiding awkward social situations and putting the teenager at ease with people he meets. The more confident the teen becomes when out and about with his clog ,the more his self-esteem will improve.

5_____ If a teenager is suffering from depression or developing dangerous habits such as alcohol and drug abuse ,more extreme action may be required. In these cases ,professional help should be sought and all treatment plans considered. Parents who suspect that their teen’s low self­esteem is a sign of a far more serious problem should ask a suitably qualified health professional for advice.

A.In some cases, having a dog will not help with a teenager’s low self-esteem.

B.It simply accepts its owner for who he is and doesn’t judge, question or criticize.

C.Pets offer an unconditional love that can be very helpful to people with depression.

D.You don’t have to worry about hurting your pet’s feelings or getting advice you don’t want.

E. In particular, someone with low self-esteem may find a pet dog to be extremely beneficial.

F. A teen may meet his peers while walking his dog in the park or taking part in a dog training class.

G. Many forms of exercise besides walking can be enjoyed with a dog, such as cycling, jogging and throwing a ball.

 

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