An increase in students applying to study economics at university is being attributed to (归因于)the global economic crisis (危机) awakening a public thirst for knowledge about how the financial system works.

Applications for degree courses beginning this autumn were up by 15% this January, according to UCAS, the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service. A spokesman for the Royal Economic Society said applications to do economics at A-level were also up.

Professor John Beath, the president of the society and a leading lecturer at St Andrews University, said his first-year lectures-which are open to students from all departments-were drawing crowds of 400, rather than the usual 250.

“There are a large number of students who are not economics majors, who would like to learn something about it. One of the things I have done this year is to relate my teaching to contemporary events in a way that one hasn’t traditionally done.” He said.

University applications rose 7% last year, but there were rises above average in several subjects. Nursing saw a 15% jump, with people’s renewed interest in careers in the public sector(部门), which are seen as more secure in economic crisis.

A recent study showed almost two thirds of parents believed schools should do more to teach pupils about financial matters, and almost half said their children had asked them what was going on, although a minority of parents felt they did not understand it themselves well enough to explain.

Zack Hocking, the head of Child Trust Funds, said: “It’s possible that one good thing to arise from the downturn will be a generation that’s financially wiser and better equipped to manage their money through times of economic uncertainty.”

1. Professor John Beath’s lectures are_______ .

A. given in a traditional way

B. connected with the present situation

C. open to both students and their parents

D. warmly received by economics

2.Careers in the public sector are more attractive because of their_________ .

A. greater stability B. higher pay

C. fewer applications D. better reputation

3.In the opinion of most parents, __________ .

A. economics should be the focus of school teaching

B. more students should be admitted to universities

C. the teaching of financial matters should be strengthened.

D. children should solve financial problems themselves

4. According to Hocking, the global economic crisis might make the youngsters _______ .

A. wiser in money management

B. have access to better equipment

C. confident about their future careers

D. get jobs in Child Trust Funds

5.What’s the main idea of the text?

A. Universities have received more applications.

B. Economics is attracting an increasing numbers students

C. College students benefit a lot from economic uncertainty

D. Parents are concerned with children’s subject selection.

Not willing to pay $400 for a basic room or upwards of $1,200 for a suite(套房)at a luxury(豪华的)hotel? We hear you. In the past, this meant having to put up with cheap hotels. Essentially, you got what you paid for. But all that’s changed, as mid-level hotels have begun competing for a population that travels more then ever. Even in New York and San Francisco --- two of the most expensive cities in the country --- one can find comfortable, affordable options with much modern conveniences. We searched the country for the best hotels under $150.

Hotel 340

St. Paul, Minnesota, USA

This twelve-storey(层)English-renaissance(文艺复兴)building once served as a downtown clubhouse for St. Paul’s outstanding people; today, the repaired structure houses the hotel on the top three floors. Its 35 rooms stand out for hardwood floors, marble showers and nice views of the Mississippi River, and room comforts include iPod docks(基座), free local and national telephone calls and coffee makers. The University Club of St. Paul, a grand hall bar, and an all-new-60,000-square-foot fitness center(free for guests)also share space in the building.

Marina Inn

San Francisco, California, USA

Located in the Marina district, where the streets are lined with luxury stores and great restaurants, the Marina Inn is the ideal place for business or pleasure. Few destinations offer the quality and variety of environment, scenery, entertainment, accommodation, and dining that waits for you here at the Marina Inn. It’s a ten-minute walk to Fisherman’s Wharf and there are abundant bus connections to take you anywhere in the city.

Hotel Havana

San Antonio, Texas, USA

When one thinks of his historic Texas town, usually the southwest comes to mind. So does Mexico. Since 1914, the hotel has served passers-by. The 27 rooms come in all shapes and sizes, many of which include Turkish carpets and elegant Cuban art on the walls. Bathrooms are distinguished with Red Flower body care products.

1.When you couldn’t afford a luxury hotel in the past, ______.

A.you could pay $400 for a basic room

B.you had to stay in a low-grade hotel

C.you could take a suite into account

D.you would have no comfortable place to live in

2.If you go to New York on business now, ______.

A.you have no choice but to choose luxury hotels

B.you can live comfortably with less money

C.you have to seek for the cheapest hotel

D.you may spend a lot of money for conveniences

3.When you select the Hotel 340, ______.

A.you can have a view of the Mississippi River

B.you can be free to visit thirty-five rooms there

C.you can be offered an iPod for free

D.you can live in its fitness center for free

4.What could we know about the Marina Inn?

A.It is located in San Antonio, Texas, USA.

B.It is short of wonderful entertainment.

C.It is convenient for people to do shopping.

D.It belongs to Fisherman’s Wharf.

5.What is the feature of the Hotel Havana?

A.The rooms in the hotel look the same.

B.The hotel moved here from Mexico.

C.The bathrooms are filled with flowers.

D.The hotel has existed for about a century.

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Sometimes your biggest weakness can become your biggest strength. _________the story of this boy for example.He decided to study judo(柔道) _________he had lost his left_________in a car accident.

The boy began lessons_________an old Japanese judo master.The boy was doing well,_________ he couldn’t understand why,after three months of training,the master had _________ him only one move.

“Sensei,”the boy _________ said to his master,“shouldn’t I be learning more moves?”

“This is the only move you’11 ever _________ to know,”the sensei replied.

Not quite understanding,but believing in his teacher,the boy_________training.

Several months later,the sensei _________the boy to his first tournament.

To his _________, the boy easily won his first two matches. The third match proved to be more _________ ,but after some time,his opponent(对手)became impatient and charged;the boy skillfully _________ his one move to win the match.Still amazed by his _________ ,the boy was now in the finals.This time, his opponent was bigger,stronger,and more_________.For a while,the boy appeared to be defeated. _________that the boy might get _________ ,the referee called a timeout(暂停).He was about to stop the match when the sensei_________ ,saying,“No,let him continue.”

Soon after the match began again,his opponent made a big _________:he dropped his guard.The boy won the tournament.When asked,“how did I win with only one move ? ”,the sensei answered, “First, you’ve almost _________ one of the most difficult throws in all of judo.Second,the only known defense for that move is for your opponent to grasp your left arm.”

1.A.Take B.Give C.Tell D.Make

2.A.because B.though C.before D.until

3.A.1eg B.eye C.arm D.hand

4.A.with B.as C.beneath D.1ike

5.A.for B.since C.so D.or

6.A.promised B.taught C.allowed D.delivered

7.A.honestly B.finally C.impatiently D.rapidly

8.A.need B.fail C.agree D.demand

9.A.avoided B.stopped C.kept D.regretted

10.A.applied B.kept C.carried D.took

11.A.embarrassment B.encouragement C.disappointment D.astonishment

12.A.difficult B.awkward C.frightening D.unique

13.A.sacrificed B.suggested C.quitted D.used

14.A.competitor B.master C.success D.challenge

15.A.responsible B.experienced C.casual D.stressed

16.A.Concerned B.Threatened C.Disappointed D.Delighted

17.A.tired B.defeated C.hurt D.fined

18.A.sighed B.added C.approved D.interrupted

19.A.discovery B.difference C.mistake D.decision

20.A.created B.mastered C.exposed D.Watched

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