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.

 

Who is your role model? Normally the answer to this question would be anyone around you who you find truly inspiring. It could also be someone like J. K. Rowling or Martin Luther King Jr. who have proven to be strong and intelligent people.

However, in today's world, stars are regarded as role models along with the heroes listed above, despite their intentions or actions. Teens attempt to imitate their actions for two major reasons. First, to be fashionable and accepted by popular culture, and second» because stars' actions are so well documented by the media that it seems to grab our attention and turns it to following stars' lives. Much of the reports about stars is shocking and exhibits bad morals or lifestyles that aren't right for teenagers. In addition, almost everything stars do is described beyond truth to make a shocking story by taking it to the next level.

However, teens must take responsibility for their actions. We can't always blame stars for influencing us. Only you have control over yourself and only you choose to do something. Our bodies and actions are in the hands of no one else.

Now, who ever said stars are role models? Whether they choose to be or not, stars set examples as soon as they step into the spotlight. With reporters following and recording every move they make, it is impossible not to be watched and then be imitated. These people influence, teens whether or not they want to. Why should someone who doesn't want to be setting an example set one? So,should we look up to them or to people who are true and good role models? It's our responsibility as teens to know right from wrong, and it's time for us to take responsibility for our actions. In doing so ,we will lean toward those inspiring people that want to be setting an example, and follow in their steps to be like them. 

1.According to the first paragraph, _____can usually be role models.

A. political leaders

B. wealthy writers

C. people inspiring others

D. people with great intelligence

2.What are the major reasons for the teens to imitate stars? _____.

A. Interest in stars' life and expectation of getting rich

B. Motivation for being fashionable and inspiration from popular examples

C. Intentions to gain acceptance and encouragement from stars' lifestyle

D. Desires to be stylish and great influence from the mass media

3.The author writes the passage mainly to advise the teenagers to_____.

A. have a control over their own bodies and actions

B. be responsible for their own choices and behaviors

C. follow fashionable stars' steps to be more popular

D. choose right role models according to different reports

4.It can be inferred from the passage that  .

A. stars have the responsibility for teenagers' actions

B. not all famous stars choose to influence teenagers

C. teenagers choose those inspiring people as their role models

D. stars set examples immediately they stepped into the spotlight

 

第二节:信息匹配:(共5小题,每题2分,满分10分)

阅读下列应用文及相关信息,并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。

首先,请阅读下列部门介绍。

Student Service Centre

The staff members are available to consult on career choice and applications for higher education.

Room Number:113

Tel: 8072 9771

Accommodation office

Mrs. J Marble is available each afternoon from 1:30 to 4:30 pm to assist students with problems relating to housing.

Room Number: 114

Tel: 8072 9772

Medical Room

Mrs. J Wright, the college nurse, is available each morning from 9:30 to 12:00 am. The college doctor is in attendance on Wednesday morning.

Room Number: 115

Tel: 8072 9773

Sports Office

Mrs. B Marie can provide information about sporting and keep-fit activities from 5:00 to 6:00 pm in the afternoon.

Room Number: 207

Tel: 8072 9774

Food Service

Mr. G Nunn is the manager and will do his best to help if you require a special diet on condition that you have already paid the tuition.

Room Number: 222

Tel: 8072 9775

Self Access Language Learning Centre

Students can attend a drop-in basis from 9:00 to 4:15 pm to improve your ability of listening and speaking.

Room Number: 203

Tel: 8072 9776

请阅读以下相关学生的信息,然后匹配他/她拟联系的部门:

56.   Tom is a freshman. He is too busy to take exercise and becomes too fat. He needs to take some action not to be so fat.

57.   Jim is to finish his study in college. He is considering whether to go to work or go on further study. He needs some help about it.

58.   Lily is going to finish her study in college and has an interview for a job in an

export company of which the manager told him to improve his expression in English.

59.   Li Lei can eat as much as he can, but he feels exhausted all the time. He doesn’t know why. He needs some help.

60.   Lucy has been in the college for two months when she suddenly falls ill. The doctor asks her only to have some liquid food. She needs some help from a particular department.

      

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

A. exchange B. constant  C. involve  D. spend  E. traditional

F. offer     G. strength  H. familiar  I. engage  J. element

    We,in the world of fast growth, are now witnessing the appearance of an advanced economy based on information and knowledge. Physical ___1___, raw materials, and money are no longer the key factors in the creation of wealth. Now, the vital ___2___ in our economy is knowledge. Tomorrow’s wealth depends on the development and ___3___ of knowledge.  And individuals entering the workforce ___4___ their knowledge, not their muscles. Knowledge workers get paid for their education and their ability to learn.  Knowledge workers ___5___ in mind work. They deal with symbols: words, figures, and data.

     What does all this mean for you? As a future knowledge worker, you can expect to be communicating information. Currently, many jobs ___6___ some form of mind work, and that number will increase sharply in the future.

     In the new world of work, you can look forward to being in __7___ training to get new skills that will help you keep up with improved technologies. You can also expect to be taking greater control of your career. Gone are the nine-to-five jobs, lifetime security, easy promotions, and even the ___8___ workplace, which you are __9___ with now. Don’t expect the companies will provide you with a clear career path. And don’t wait for someone to “encourage” you. You have to encourage yourself.

 

 

 

You have heard of Webster Toys. Websters have made good safe and interesting toys for more than a hundred years. Now we sell them, and children play with them, in countries from New Zealand to Norway(挪威), and from Japan to Brazil(巴西). We are looking for someone to sell our toys in the Far East. He(She) will be between the ages of thirty and forty. He will already have some years of selling in world markets behind him. He will speak good English and at least one other language of the Far East.

The person we are looking for will live in Singapore, and work in our office there but he will travel for up to six months in other countries in one year. He will know the Far East well. He should know how to sell in established(建立) markets and where to find new ones. He will know to make more money than ever, for himself and for Webster Toys.

Websters want someone who can stand on his own feet. If you think you are the person we are looking for, write to Mr.J.Sloman at our office. Webster Toys Company Church Mill Watford.

1.. What are Webster Toys?

A. An old kind of toys.

B. Factories where good, safe and interesting toys are made.

C. People who are famous for making toys for children.

D. A company that has been making and selling toys.

2.. We can most probably read the text _______.

A. in a book     B. in a dictionary     C. in a novel     D. in a newspaper

3. . Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A. If you are thirty years old, you can apply for the position.

B. If you live in Singaore, you can get the position.

C. If you speak good English , you can get the position.

D. The company is looking for some salesmen or saleswomen.

 

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