Two hours from the tall buildings of Manhattan and Philadelphia live some of the world's largest black
bears. They are in northern Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains, a home they share with an abundance of
other wildlife.
     The streams, lakes, grassland, mountain ridges and forests that make the Poconos an ideal place for
black bears have also attracted more people to the area. Open spaces are threatened by plans for housing
estates and important habitats are endangered by highway construction. To protect the Poconos' natural
beauty from irresponsible development, the Nature Conservancy(大自然保护协会)named the area one
of America's "Last Great Places".
     Operating out of a century - old schoolhouse in the village of Long Pond, Pennylvania, Cook, one of
the Conservaney's branches, is working with local people and business leaders to balance ________________________. By developing partnerships with people like Francis Altemose, the Conservancy has been able to protect more than, 14,000 acres of environmentally important land in the area.
     Altemose's family has farmed in the Pocono area for generations. Two years ago Francis worked with
the Conservancy to include his farm in a county farmland protection program, As a result, his family's land can be protected from development and the Altemoses will be better able to provide a safe financial future for their 7--year-old grandson.
     Cook attributes the Conservancy's success in the Poconos to having a local presence and a
commitment to working with local residents(英才苑居民 ).
     "The key to protecting these remarkable lands is connecting with the local community," Cook said, "The people who live there respect the land. They value quiet forests, clear streams and abundant wildlife. They are eager to help with conservation efforts."
     For more information on how you can help the Nature Conservancy protect the Poconos and the
world's other "Last Great Places ", please call 1- 888- 564 6864, or visit us on the World Wide Web at
www. tnc . org .

1. What's the purpose in naming the Poconos as one of America's "Last Great Places " ? (Please answer
within 10 words)
______________________________________________________________________________   

2. What is the passage most probably taken from? (Please answer within 10 words)
___________________________________________                 ____________________________

3. Fill in the blanks in the third paragraph with proper words and phrases.(Please answer within ten words)
__________________________________________________________________________           

4. Which sentence can be replaced by the following?
The local economic development has a negative effect on the wildlife and the environment
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5. Translate the underlined sentence into Chinese.
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     You are standing in the kitchen and a voice says, "Add a little more salt to that soup." Yes, it's always
nice to have someone help you when you're cooking. But this voice is not from a man. You are alone!
Then where does it come from? Is it from a ghost? No, this isn't a ghost kitchen-it's the kitchen of the
future.
     Scientists are working to improve everything in the kitchen, from fridges to tables, and even the ways
we cook. They are making a system. It will help a person cook a meal. You don't need cookbooks. You
can hear how to cook food.
     The fridge of the smart kitchen has a scanner. It looks at the foods in the fridge. It will order more milk
from the store when your milk has gone bad or there is no more in the fridge. The gloves will test the
temperature of everything they touch and say, "Need to cook longer" or "Hot and ready to eat". If you
leave them on the stove by mistake, they'll say, "Fire!" Even the knives and spoons will speak. For
example, if your food is bad, the knives and spoons will tell you not to eat it.
     The future kitchen may look wonderful, but it's not cheap. The multimedia fridge costs about 8,000
dollars. So even though high-tech kitchens are no longer a dream, not everyone can afford one.

1. In the kitchen of the future, there is a ______ helping you.

A. system        
B. man        
C. ghost        
D. servant

2. In the future, you can cook by ______. 

A. reading        
B. hearing    
C. learning      
D. looking

3. The fridge of the smart kitchen has a scanner and it can ______. 

A. help you do everything          
B. clean the fridge when it's dirty
C. give you a warning when there's something wrong    
D. talk with you

4. From the passage we know that ______.

A. everybody can buy such a fridge    
B.not everybody can buy such a fridge        
C. nobody can buy such a fridge      
D. most people can buy such a fridge

     A popular saying goes, "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me."
However, that's not really true. Words have the power to build us up or tear us down. It doesn't matter
if the words come from someone's else or ourselves - the positive and negative effects are just as lasting.
    We all talk to ourselves sometimes. We're usually too embarrassed to admit it, though. In fact, we
really shouldn't be because more and more experts believe talking to ourselves out loud is a healthy
habit.
   This "self-talk" helps us motivate ourselves, remember things, solve problems, and calm ourselves
down. Be aware, though, that as much as 77% of self-talk tends to be negative. So in order to stay
positive, we should only speak words of encouragement to ourselves. We should also be quick to give
ourselves a pat on the back. The next time you finish a project, do well in a test, or finally clean your
room, join me in saying "Good job!"
     Often, words come out of our mouths without us thinking about the effect they will have. But we
should be aware that our words cause certain responses in others. For example, when returning an item
to a store, we might use warm, friendly language during the exchange. And the clerk will probably
respond in a similar manner. Or harsh(刻薄的)and critical language will most likely cause the clerk to
be defensive.
     Words possess power because of their lasting effect. Many of us regret something we once said.
And we remember unkind words said to us! Before speaking, we should always ask ourselves: Is it
loving? Is it needed? If what we want to say doesn't pass this test, then it's better left unsaid.
     Words possess power: both positive and negative. Those around us receive encouragement when
we speak positively. We can offer hope, build self-esteem (自尊) and motivate others to do their best.
Negative words destroy all those things. Will we use our words to hurt or to heal? The choice is ours.

1. The main idea of the first paragraph is that ________.

A. not sticks and stones but words will hurt us
B. inspiring words give us confidence
C. negative words may let us down    
D. words have a lasting effect on us

2. There is no sense for us to feel embarrassed when we talk to ourselves because _______

A. almost everybody has the habit of talking to themselves
B. we can benefit from talking to ourselves
C. talking to ourselves always gives us courage
D. it does no harm to have "self-talk" when we are alone

3. The underlined part in the third paragraph means that we should also timely _______

A. praise ourselves                  
B. remind ourselves
C. make ourselves relaxed              
D. give ourselves amusement

4. The author would probably hold the view that ___________

A. encouraging words are sure to lead to kind offers
B. negative words may stimulate(刺激) us to make more progress
C. people tend to remember friendly words
D. it is better to think twice before talking to others

     Rather than talk about how he feels, often a man would express his love by buying the woman
cosmetics (化妆品), or bringing home a flower, or giving up the control of the remote (遥控器).
     And when men do talk, they'd prefer to talk about actions rather than emotions. For example, a lot of men would choose to express their long-range faith in a relationship by talking about next summer's
vacation plans, not by starting a conversation about undying love.
     Men just prefer to say their plans with plane tickets, rather than poetry. It's one of the reasons why men are more comfortable talking at work (the practical world) than they are at home (the castle that emotion
built). But you can bring out his great communicator by making him feel more like he's operating in the
work mode, even when the topic at hand is your love life.
     When men talk less and women want more, the conflict can escalate. Like when a policeman is
questioning an unwilling witness, more silence equals more questions. A full 65 percent of men we
surveyed recently told us that they don't want their partners to ask them more questions about themselves.
     It's clear that some men are just tired of feeling like they're on the witness stand. They're not necessarily hiding anything; many men simply prefer not to have to tell confusing feelings that they may not even
understand themselves.
     An age-old method can make things better: back off a little, give him room to operate in a conversation, and he's more likely to open up.

1. A man is likely to show his concern for woman by _____.

a. buying her make-up     b. offering her flowers
c. talking about feelings   d. handing over the remote
A. a, b, c  
B. a, b, d  
C. b, c, d  
D. a, c, d

2. According to the author, men feel more comfortable when talking _____.

A. actions  
B. feelings
C. long-term friendship  
D. conversations

3. How can women communicate more successfully with men?

A. They may give men a surprise by buying plane tickets.
B. They can ask men if they have a great time during working.
C. They might create a warm home environment first of all.
D. They can give men the feeling that they are talking at work.

4. The underlined word "escalate" has the similar meaning to _____.

A. decrease  
B. disappear  
C. change  
D. increase

5. Why are men unwilling to be asked about themselves?

A. They have more private affairs than women.
B. They don't want to be seen as criminals.
C. They don't want to be involved in confusing feelings.
D. They have worse ability of understanding themselves.

6. From the text it can be inferred that _____.

A. women are better at writing poems about emotions than men
B. it is natural for women to be fond of finding the faults of men
C. men are more interested in learning more about their partners
D. men prefer to pour out their hearts in a forgiving environment

     Body language is the quiet, secret and most powerful language of all! It is said that our body
movements communicate about 50 percent of what we really mean while words only express 7 percent.
So, while your mouth is closed, your body is just saying...
     Arms. How you hold your arms shows how open and receptive you are to people you meet. If you
keep your arms to the sides of your body or behind your back, this suggests you are not afraid of taking on whatever comes your way. Outgoing people generally use their arms with big movements, while quieter
people keep them close to their bodies. If someone upsets you, just cross your arms to show you're
unhappy!
     Head. When you want to appear confident, keep your head level. If you are a monitor in class, you
can also take on this position when you want your words to be taken seriously. However, to be friendly in
listening or speaking, you must move your head a little.
     Legs. Your legs tend to move around a lot more than normal when you are nervous or telling lies. If
you are at interviews, try to keep them still!
     Posture (姿势). A good posture makes you feel better about yourself. If you are feeling down, you
normally don't sit straight, with your shoulders inwards. This makes breathing more difficult, which can
make you feel nervous or uncomfortable.
     Mouth. When you are thinking, you often purse your lips. You might also use this position to hold back an angry comment you don't wish to show. However, it will probably still be noticed, and people will know you're not pleased.
     Face. When you lie, you might put on a false
face. But that expression would crack briefly, allowing displays of true emotions such as happiness,
sadness, disgust (厌恶) and fear to come through.

1. When someone is keeping his arms behind his back, he tries to tell you that       .

A. he is outgoing
B. he is angry
C. he is not afraid
D. he is cool

2. If you want to appear confident, you should       .

A. move your arms a lot
B. keep your head level
C. move your head a little
D. cross your arms

3. Which of the following movements tells someone is nervous?

A. Moving around a lot more than normal.
B. Not sitting straight with the shoulders inwards.
C. Having the lips pursed to hold back an angry comment.
D. Keeping the arms to the sides of the body.

4. What can we infer from the passage?

A. Different people in different countries must have the same understanding of the same body movement.
B. Body language can express more meanings than words do in communication.
C. We cannot communicate with others without words.
D. It's not polite to use body language in formal communication.

5. Which of the following can be the best title of the passage?

A. Body language, the most commonly used language
B. Arms tell more than legs
C. Facial expressions tell the truth
D. One simple movement lets slip secrets of mind

     We all need physical exercise. Exercise uses up food we eat and keeps the body full of energy.
It works your muscles and makes your heart work hard so as to send blood to your muscles. So,
exercise makes your heart and muscles strong. Exercise also makes you feel refreshed. If you exercise
a couple of times a week, you will stay happy and healthy.
     Some Western countries, such as the United States, have problems with exercise. In the US, many
people don't have enough exercise because it is hard for them. People have to work from dawn till dusk,
so they don't have time to take exercise. They work in office buildings sitting in chairs all day long in
front of computers. They cannot get much exercise sitting at desk passively.
     Some Westerners can get exercise walking from their homes to work. However, the majority of
people cannot do this. It is too far from their homes to their offices. They have no choice but to drive
to work. In fact, some have to drive one or two hours to their offices. This is unfavorable in two ways.
First, these people don't have a chance to exercise because they are sitting in their cars for two to four
hours each day. Second, driving is challenging especially in rush hours and calls for too much attention.
It makes a person worn out. So, when these people arrive home at night, they don't have the desire to
take exercise after work.
     Today, many people in the West are overweight, which causes health problems for them. Doctors
say exercise can help people both lose weight and improve their health. So many people are trying to
get more exercise. But it takes time to change, and when people don't see a difference right away, they
will lose heart and stop exercising.

     Being less than perfectly well-dressed in a business setting can result in a feeling of discomfort.
And the sad truth is that "clothing mismatches" on the job can ruin the day of the person who is
wearing the inappropriate attire(着装)-and the people with whom he or she works.
     Offices vary when it comes to dress codes. Some businesses have very strict standards for
office attire, while others maintain a more relaxed attitude. However, it is always important to
remember that no matter what your company's attitude is, you are working in a business
environment and you should dress properly. Certain items may be more appropriate for evening
wear than for a business meeting, just as shorts and a T-shirt are better suited for the beach than
for an office environment. Your attire should reflect both your environment and your position. A
senior president has a different image to maintain than that of a secretary. Like it or not, you will
be judged by your appearance.
     This is never more apparent than on "dress-down days", when what you wear can say more
about you than any business suit ever could. In fact, people will pay more attention to what you
wear on dress-down days than on "business professional " days. Thus, when dressing in "business
casual" clothes, try to put some good taste into your choices, recognize that the "real" definition
of business casual is to dress just one notch(等级) down from what you would normally wear on
business-professional attire days.
     Remember, there are borders between your career and our social life. You should dress one
way for play and another way when you mean business. Always ask yourself where you are going
and how other people will be dressed when you get there. Is the final destination the opera, the
beach, or the office? Dress properly and you will discover the truth in the principle that clothes make
the man-and the woman. When you're in doubt, it's safe to be on the side of dressing slightly more
traditionally than the situation demands.

1. What is the passage mainly about?_____

A. How to dress properly in a business setting.
B. How to choose appropriate attire.
C. Appropriate attire will make a big difference
D. Improper dress will make a person uncomfortable.

2. Which statement best describes "dress-down days"?_____

A. You can wear whatever you like.
B. People are usually more careful about dressing.
C. We can't judge a person's taste by his clothes.
D. People's clothes don't receive much attention.

3. Which of the following is NOT the rule offered in the passage about business dress?_____

A. Dress a bit traditionally if you are not sure about proper dress for an occasion.
B. Think about how others will dress if invited to a dinner.
C. For a business meeting and a concert, you should dress differently.
D. Ask others for advice when you are not sure about what to dress.

Don't get mad--- get promoted
When it comes to succeeding at work, conventional wisdom says you should check your emotions
at the door. But Anne Kreamer, the author of the new book It's Always Personal, disagrees. "It
reduces people's ability to bring their best selves to their work," she says. ___1___ Here's how to
turn your emotions into opportunities.
___2___
How to get promoted: Engage in joint(联合的)problem solving.
Losing your temper at work is "universally uncool," say Kreamer. But opening your emotional
floodgates strategically can lead to solutions if both sides are willing to work together. ___3___
"The specific time and private space establishes boundaries so you have a greater chance of
achieving a constructive outcome and maintaining the relationship," Kreamer adds.
I feel: Afraid and anxious.
How to get promoted: Improve planning skills.
___4___ Identify what's behind your fear and take specific action --- ask your manager for details
and take on some responsibilities. You'll calm down and do a better job. "No boss minds helping
an eager employee learn something new, but every boss hates having to deal with a bungled
(搞糟了的) project," says Kreamer.
I feel: Happy.
How to get promoted: Increase creativity and productivity.
When you're in a positive mood, your brain activity actually shifts, says Kreamer. "Your focus
deepens, and your dopamine(多巴胺) levels increase. ___5___"
A.I feel: Angry.
B.I feel: like crying.
C.This helps you see things from a different perspective.
D.It's a signal that there's a problem that needs to be solved.
E.Are you clear about an assignment or underprepared for a meeting?
F.Instead, Kreamer suggests acting on your feelings can help you do a good job.
G.Rather than face the offender in the heat of the moment, schedule a one-on-one meeting.