Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. account  B. unable  C. psychologically   D. fulfill   E. physical
F. concern  G. habits   H. devotion   I. exposure   J. academic  K. lead to
Addiction (沉溺,上瘾)to computer games has been on the increase with its rise in popularity. It is not a 1  disease or mental illness. A person with this type of addiction sets aside practically all other activities in favor of playing computer games almost endlessly.
Computer games addicts tend to separate themselves from normal, face-to-face human contact. They spend hours playing the online games, without much __2__ for those around them. They also do not care to __3__ the responsibilities awaiting them and they are more likely to feel depressed. The fact that computer games reduce time available for family and friends may __4__ for the drop in well-being. Faceless, bodiless "virtual" communication may be less __5__ satisfying than actual conversation, and the relationships formed through it may be shallower. In addition, __6__ to the wider world via the Net makes users less satisfied with their lives.
Many addicts spend as long as 100 hours a week playing computer games. Such a lifestyle will result in decreased job or __7__ performance. Late nights and days spent playing the games make the addict  8 to perform as well as he would have. Some gamers even spend real money on virtual products to make their characters distinct from others.
Computer games addicts have unwittingly developed a set of habits. These  9 have become part of their lives and if not dealt with, their jobs, relationships and careers may collapse. However, breaking these habits is easier said than done. Sometimes these habits could 10  depression, stress and other emotional problems. Therapy, counseling programs can be helpful to them. The earlier treatment is sought, the greater the chance it will be successful.

 

A. self-confidence    B. refers         C. frequently      D. despite        E. consider

F. normally          G. bored        H. alter          I. reshapes       J. qualified

Many people today are obsessed with their appearance. Although they are perfectly healthy, they constantly worry that their nose is a bit too big, or that their ears stick too far out. Cosmetic surgery (整容)is a possible solution to this problem. Cosmetic surgery means a surgeon ___1.___ a part of your body that works ___2.___, but which makes you unhappy. It is different from plastic surgery, which ___3.___ to the work surgeons do to repair body parts damaged by disease or accidents. Different kinds of people get cosmetic surgery. Some may have low ___4.___. They may be depressed, or struggling to find a satisfactory job. People with such problems believe cosmetic surgery will not just make them look better, but also make them feel better inside. Other people may be insecure about one part of their body, or just ___5.___ with how they look.

There is no proof that cosmetic surgery can really make people happier, but ___6.___ this, many people still have very high expectations for it. They think that it will solve all their problems. It is important to remember that cosmetic surgery might ___7.___ a part of your body, but it can’t change your whole life.

Cosmetic surgery can also be risky. If you have existing health problems, like a weak heart or breathing problems, this kind of operation can sometimes make them worse. In addition, cosmetic surgery is a big industry, and not everyone involved in it is honest. Therefore, you need to choose the clinic for your surgery very carefully. You must be certain that the surgeon you choose is ___8.___ to give you cosmetic surgery.

The biggest question for someone thinking of having cosmetic surgery is the cost. The price can vary from a few hundred dollars to $10,000 or above. It depends on which part of your body you want to change. Rich stars may not __9.___ the cost very high, but most people cannot afford to pay. Perhaps it is cheaper—and better for your health—to learn to live with how you look.

 

 

A. hands     B. qualities      C. worked     D. curiosity    E. pretty

F. looks      G. ashamed     H. applied     I. taste        J. information

 

When I succeeded in becoming a part-time employee of Nokia China last summer, many friends asked me how I survived the interview.

I once asked myself the same questions. Many of my peers also __1._ for the job, including some very competitive and intelligent students from famous universities.

But why did the interviewer pick me instead of them?

Finally, _2.__ pushed me to ask the interviewers after we became colleagues. The answer was that I appeared confident but humble, responsible and communicative. They evaluated people not just on their academic certificates, but on the base of their __3.__ and abilities. I happened to be the right person.

To be frank, I once felt __4.__ of being a student from an unknown college, and I think this may apply to some of you. I thought my future was ruined. It was only at the time of my successful interview that I finally understood the famous saying --- “You decide where you go.”

A wide range of skills is important these days. I used to work for Master Kong. My job was to cook instant noodles for customers. I had regarded it as a piece of cake, but I failed constantly. I had to cook the noodles for the right amount of time to make them __5.__ good. Moreover, the noodles could only remain in a plastic cup of five minutes, or the taste would be ruined.

This experience taught me never to look down on anything, and always remain humble.

I also __6.__ as a volunteer for a beach volleyball event. My job was to help foreign visitors experience the beach. I thought it would be very easy because my oral English was __7.__ good. But when I went to talk with a group of foreign guests, I suddenly realized that I did not know a single beach volleyball term. I was embarrassed.

After this, I read brochures in both Chinese and English every day to learn the terms for facilities and related words. This allowed me to deliver accurate __8.__ to foreigners, and I was happy to work responsibly.

After these experience, I’m more confident and I strongly believe that my fate is in my  __9.__. It has certainly helped me make a giant step closer to my dream of graduating with prospects for the future. I hope my advice will benefit you as well.

 

E

There is a debate going on in America public schools over the best way to teach English to foreign students. Many schools use bilingual education. This means that students study their core subjects such as science, mathematics and social studies in their native tongues. They also take a few h ours of English.

Recently, many educators have begun to criticize bilingual education. Opponents claim that bilingual education slows not only students’ development of language skills but also their adjustment to American life. They often remain separated from the mainstream student body.

These critics have proposed the immersion method (沉浸式语言教学法). This means that students take only English classes until they can function effectively in regular subject classes. Proponents of the immersion theory argue that in order to prepare these foreign students for college or the job market, they must be able to communicate in English.

Despite this disagreement, nearly all educators agree that English is a necessary tool for improving the quality of one’s life in America.

72. In bilingual education programs, students ______.

A. study in their native countries

B. study their core subjects in their native languages

C. study only English until they can function effectively in regular subject classes

D. mainly work on adjustment to American life

73. A proponent is someone who ______.

A. supports a certain idea or policy      B. is against a certain idea or policy

C. uses the immersion method of teaching English   D. is a school administer

74. According to the article, which of the following is NOT true?

A. Nearly all educators agree that English is important for foreign students.

B. Students in bilingual education programs are often separated from American students

C. Nearly all educators agree that bilingual education is best for teaching English to foreign students.

D. Students with good English language skills have better chances for college or the job market.

75. What is the author’s opinion about the bilingual education in America?

A. He is for it strongly             B. He is against it strongly

C. He doesn’t show his own opinion  D. He is against all the educators

 

根据所给首字母或中文意思,用单词的适当形式填空 (每个1分, 共20分.)

1.He was c__________(好奇的) to know what was going on in the neighborhood.

2.The law applies to all EU countries; Britain is no e__________ (例外).

3. It was pouring. The hunter got inside a hollow tree for s__________ (庇护).

4. This new pay-TV channel sends s__________ (信号) via satellite to cable companies.

5.They o__________(提供) him a very good job, but he turned it down.

6.The entire s__________ (员工) has done an outstanding job this year.

7. A good diet is e__________ (必不可少的) for everyone.

8. His dog became his closest c__________(同伴).

9.She a__________ (申请) for a job with the local newspaper yesterday.

10.She keeps a bottle of gin h__________ (隐藏的) behind a stack of books.

11. I want to do research on Mark Twain. Is there a b__________ (传记) about him?

12. He had a v__________(生动的) picture of her in his mind.

13. Sorry to d_________ (打扰) you, but I have an urgent message.

14. He finally won his f__________(自由) after twenty years in jail.

15.Our o__________(起初的) plan was to go camping, but it was pouring with rain.

16. Many endangered species now face e__________ (灭绝)

17.This kind of apples is more expensive because they are i__________(进口)from abroad.

18.The hotel is not modern, but it does have the a__________ (优势) of being close to the city.

19.Jordan, a talented leader, led his team to v__________(胜利) .

20. She s_________ (得分) an average of 95 in the last test.

 

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