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May the first is an important date in the college admission process in the United States.This is the last day for high school seniors to accept or reject offers of admission in the fall.But according to a recent report, there is a great change. Acceptance rates at the top colleges this year were lower than ever.1.

These days, college applicants are applying to more colleges because online and common applications make the process easier.2.On the other hand, deciding students for top colleges to accept can be difficult because it takes much time. Students may not like being put on waiting lists. Also, common colleges work more to get the students they accept to accept them. Some colleges hold visiting days that offer a chance to attend classes and stay overnight. Some universities send gifts.3.

For many families, the most important thing colleges can do is show them the money, especially this year; the weak economy makes parents nervous.4.The recent problems that spread from the housing market to credit markets have even affected student’s loans. So lately, top schools have to spare lots of money to increase their financial aid for students.

5.The Education Department expects the number of high school graduates to start to go down. This will happen as the last of the children of the baby boom generation finishes high school. The number is not expected to start rising again until 2015.

A.Besides, top colleges are facing changes in the population.

B.What contributes to it?

C.But a mistake can be costly if it happens.

D.But top colleges ignore them.

E. They have international students who know English.

F. It can mean several acceptances to choose from.

G. They cannot afford college as planned.

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Blue is the most attractive eye colour according to a new research.

Blue eyes like those belonging to sexy star Angelina Jolie are the most appealing colour according to a pool of 3,000 18-24?year?olds by Fresh Look One Day Colour. Angelina, her partner Brad Pitt and his ex?wife Jennifer Aniston all have blue eyes and all been named in a top twenty of the world's most desirable eyes.

The survey found that young folk with blue eyes is generally seen as being more flirtatious,sexy and kind.

And when asked if they would change the colour of their eyes if they could, only one in ten blue?eyed people wanted to, significantly less than people with other colour eyes.

One in three people who didn't have blue eyes wanted a change.

One quarter of respondents have considered wearing coloured contact lenses to change their eye colour temporarily—and blue is the most wanted colour.

Green was the second most popular colour for those wanting a new look, with respondents saying green?eyed people were usually mysterious and creative.

People with brown or hazel eyes were perceived to be more trustworthy than people with other eye colours.

People with grey eyes were generally thought to be more intelligent than other people,and they were also described as usually being shy.

Blue was the most common eye colour among respondents, with 41 percent of those who answered the survey having baby blue peepers and 39 percent having brown or hazel eyes.

The survey also found that 18 percent of people don't know what colour eyes their partner has.

1.According to the new research, when considering changing their eye colour, the number of the people who will choose ________ ranks the second.

A. brown B. green C. grey D. hazel

2.According to the study result, if you were a manager and you wanted to find a most reliable person, you'd better hire one who has ________ eyes.

A. green B. blue C. brown D. grey

3.Which of the following is the best title of the passage?

A. Who have the most charming eyes in the world?

B. Blue—the most attractive eye colour

C. A survey result on eye colours

D. Different eye colours in the world

When it comes to applying for a new job, your CV is the ticket to secure an interview and hopefully, a job. Read the following tips to help you get started in creating a successful CV.

Get the basics right-These include: personal and contact information; education and qualifications; work history or experience; relevant skills to the job in question; your own interests, achievements or hobbies; and some references.

Presentation is key-A successful CV is always carefully and clearly presented, and printed on clean, white paper. The design should always be well-structured and CVs should never be wrinkled or folded. Stick to no more than two pages of A4 paper. A good CV is clear and brief.

Tailor your CV-When you’ve made sure what the job you are applying for involves, create a CV specifically for that job. Any CV you send to a potential employer should be adjusted to that particular job. Don’t be lazy and hope that a general CV will work because it won’t. Employers want to know why you would be a good choice to fill the specific job on offer.

Make the most your skills-Under the skills section of your CV mention key skills that can help you to stand out from the crowd. These could include; communication skills; organizational skills; computer skills; team working and problem solving. Emphasize the things that show off skills you’ve gained and employers look for.

Include references- References should be from someone who has employed you in the past and can confirm your skills and experience. They can also be from a teacher or a principal from your school. Try to include two if you can.

1.What is a CV according to the passage?

A. A ticket needed for a job interview.

B. A basic description of work experiences

C. A well-chosen present for a potential employer

D. A written self-introduction for job application

2.Why do you have to tailor your CV?

A. To make sure what the job you are applying fro involves

B. To show the potential employer that you are not lazy

C. To show you are the right person for the job

D. To make it clear, brief and wll-structured

3.Which of the following skills are the most important?

A. Skills relevant to the job B. Communication skills

C. Organizational skills D. Computer skills

Ellen Parker was worried about her health. She could not walk very quickly and it was difficult for her to climb stairs. She was soon out of breath. “I suppose I had better go to the doctor,” she thought. She went to the doctor and told him her problem.

“I’m not at all surprised, ”he said. “It’s clear what your problem is.”

He examined her and then gave her some advice.

“If you don’t do what I say, Mrs. Parker,” he said, “you will have a heart attack. It could kill you.” Ellen was very worried as she left the doctor’s. She knew that she had to take his advice but that it would not be easy and it would take time.

The next day she went shopping. The first shop she went into was a butcher’s shop(肉铺).

“I’d like t en pounds of steak(牛排), please,” she said.

“Certainly, madam,” the butcher replied and went into the cold room and found a large piece of steak. He brought the huge piece of meat back into the shop and placed it on the scale(天平).

“That’s just under ten pounds,” he said.

“That’s big enough,” Mrs. Parker said.

The butcher worked out the price. “At $4. 99 a pound. That will be $49. 50, please. Would you like me to cut it up into smaller pieces for you?”

“Oh, I don’t want to buy the meat,” Mrs. Parker said.

“If you don’t want to buy it,” the butcher replied angrily, “why did you ask me to get it for you?”

“My doctor told me that I am overweight and have to lose ten pounds. I wanted to see what ten pounds of flesh looked like.”

1.The reason why Ellen Parker visited the doctor is that________.

A. she had had a heart attack.

B. she had a problem with her health.

C. she was unhappy about her weight.

D. she could not sleep well.

2.Parker asked for ten pounds of steak because ________.

A. she wanted to buy some for dinner.

B. she wanted to lose weight.

C. her doctor had told her to eat steak.

D. she wanted to see what ten pounds of meat looked like.

3.What was Ellen Parker’s real problem?

A. She ate too much steak. B. She weighed too much.

C. The doctor did not know. D. She could not walk very quickly.

4.What did the doctor think might happen to Ellen?

A. She might put on more weight. B. She might stop eating too much.

C. She might have a heart attack. D. She might go to another doctor.

A long weekend is a great opportunity to do something a little different. Many people use a long weekend for a getaway, a short trip to leave the stress of their everyday lives behind and explore, learn, or relax.

Hotel Romance

Many hotels and resorts feature something special to start the getaway, such as champagnes (香槟酒), flowers, or a fruit basket in the room on arrival. Getaway packages usually include a room with something special, a heart shaped bed, for example. Additional benefits could be room service meals or other private dining, plus tickets or discounts for local attractions.

Visit a Spa

Spa getaways can take place at a location that focuses only on spa services or at a hotel that offers a spa as one of its features. Some spas emphasize treatments fit for their geographic area or a local attraction. A spa in a grape growing region might provide grape juice masks, or a hotel near a hot spring could offer mineral baths. Most spas offer a range of massage (按摩), health and beauty treatments, so a spa getaway can be relaxing with other benefits.

Learn a Skill

A long weekend may not be enough time to become an expert at something new, but it provides a way for people to begin their explorations. Some organizations offer intensive(集中的)courses that last two or three days. People with special interests can get away from their routines while learning such things as how to make beer, speak a new language, or take better photos.

Help Others

Some organizations cooperate with businesses to have accommodations and activities for short-term volunteers. Most volunteer vacations involve ecology friendly or charity activities. A volunteer getaway is a way to relieve stress and help others at the stone time.

Stay in a National Park

For those who want to relax in a rural environment, a national park fits the bill. Most national parks provide camping areas for tents and trailers. Several have cabins (小屋) within the parks available to rent. A getaway to a national park provides privacy, stress relief, and the time to get to know some important natural resources.

1.The underlined word "getaway’’ in this passage most probably means_____.

A. an exciting exploration B. an interesting location

C. a short vacation D. an unforgettable experience

2.It can be learned from the text that_____.

A. spas are offered in the tourist attractions all over the country

B. intensive courses of some organizations help people get away from home

C. helping others at weekend makes people feel more stressful

D. people may get close to nature in a national park

3.Which of the following can be rented in a national park?

A. Cabins. B. Trailers.

C. Camping areas. D. Tents.

4.The best title of the passage can be_________.

A. Away from Our Busy Work B. Good Ways to Relieve Stress

C. Enjoy Life and Help Others D. Long Weekend Getaway

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