It is true that shyness can be a disadvantage socially for those who suffer from it seriously. I mean real shyness, not somebody who is simply quiet. Quiet people could be shy, but on the other hand, they may just be observing because they are unsure of you or others in your company. They may be capable of being extrovert (性格外向的) and sociable, but on some particular occasions, they are quiet.

I have learnt from my experience that those who observe and listen more and talk less can gain a position of strength. This means that even a very shy person, the type who is reluctant to talk in company (在交际场合) , especially new company, can become a strong person in just about anything they choose. Remember, knowledge is power, and a shy introvert (性格内向的人) is in a better position to gain knowledge than an extrovert. Introverted people can give great attention to learning, and as good listeners they can take in an enormous amount from others. Over time, people can come to respect them far more than the extrovert who speaks a lot. Usually about themselves.

What does it take , then for a very shy person to be that successful person they have always wanted to be ? They may only need one more thing to push themselves on their way. They need to dare themselves to take the leap; and when they do , they will probably find all the knowledge they have gained over the years will help them on their way to the top in their chosen field.

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What does the first paragraph mainly want to tell us?

2.

The underlined word “reluctant” in paragraph 2 probably means ______.

3.

According to the author, introverted people can be successful because they usually ___________.

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It can be learned from the last paragraph that “one more thing” probably refers to __________.

Upon receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, Mother Teresa said, “What can you do to  36  world peace? Go home and love your  37  and love your friends. Love them without measure”.

A  38    story tells of a woman who finally decided to ask her boss for a raise in salary. All day she felt  39   Late in the afternoon she gathered  40   to see her employer. To her 41   , the boss agreed to give her a raise.

The woman  42 her home that evening and came to a beautiful table set with their best dishes. Her husband had come home early and prepared a festive meal. She    43 if he somehow knew that she would not get  44   .

She found him in the kitchen and 45   him the good news. They hugged and kissed, then sat down to the 46   meal. Next to her plate the woman found a beautifully lettered note. It read, “ 47  , darling! I knew you’d got the raise! These things will tell you how much I 48  you.”

Following the supper, her husband went into the kitchen to 49  . She noticed that a second 50  had fallen from his pocket. Picking it off the floor, she read, “Don’t worry about not getting the 51  ! You deserve (应得) it anyway! These things will tell you how much I love you.”

Someone has said that the measure of love is when you love without  52  . What this man feels for his wife is 53  acceptance and love, 54  she succeeds or fails. His love 55  her victories and soothes(抚平) her wounds. He stands with her, no matter what life throws in their direction.

36.  A. urge        B. promote       C. construct        D. approach

37.  A. parents     B. children         C. wife             D. family

38.  A. sad        B. pleasant         C. frightening        D. moving

39.  A. nervous    B. excited        C. desperate           D. dangerous

40.  A. energy        B. strength        C. power         D. courage

41.  A. surprise    B. disappointment     C. delight         D. horror

42.  A. reached       B. got         C. arrived              D. returned

43.  A. considered     B. argued       C. wondered           D. thought

44.  A. turned down   B. turned off      C. tturned over     D. turned out

45.  A. announced     B. told          C. informed            D. proved

46.  A. optimistic     B. wonderful     C. successful       D. convenient

47.  A. Good luck     B. Cheers     C. Congratulations   D. Help yourself

48.  A. respect        B. admire        C. envy          D. love

49.  A. bring up       B. clean up     C. make up       D. dress up

50.  A. letter         B. notice       C. note            D. poster

51.  A. award        B. promotion    C. raise          D. reward

52.  A. measure       B. intention       C. discussion          D. doubt

53.  A. instant        B. appropriate      C. necessary        D. total

54.  A. either         B. whether           C. when        D. no matter

55.  A. celebrates      B. admits     C. encourages         D. believes in