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People say teenagers are no good. They make too much noise in shopping malls; they drive carelessly up and down America’s main streets. And at least some of the time those things are true. But we shouldn’t forget that there are hard moments in the life of a teenager too.
I watched such a moment not long ago at a woman’s funeral which happened in a church. A teenage grandson stepped forward. Softly he began:“I want to share a few values that Nana taught me. She never failed to see light in any situation. When our family dog would attack her, what would Nana say? ‘Oh, what beautiful markings that dog has.’ That was Nana.
“She was a strong woman who often lived in the shadow of my grandpa, who was a successful businessman in this city. But she was the one behind the scenes who provided the strength and support for Grandpa’s career,” he said, with a voice now trembling. “That was Nana’s way.”
Finally, in a voice breaking free of sorrow, he looked up and said, “Nana taught me courage. She put up a fight to the end, when she died peacefully, which is how she lived her life. That was Nana’s way, and I hope I can carry on in the same manner.”
There are no hearts as sensitive as those of teenagers, because everything is happening to them for the first time. The trouble with teenagers is that they haven’t learned to be controlled. When that boy rose to speak about the woman who had been his dearest friend, his honest voice dragged each of us out into the open where we could no longer hide. I was moved and learned a lot.
59. According to the first paragraph, ______.
A. young people are living a hard life 
B. people don’t think highly of the teenagers
C. people shouldn’t forget the young people
D. young people should keep quiet before the public
60. From the boy’s speech, we know his grandmother ______.
A. was a weak woman living in the shadow of his grandpa
B. liked dogs very much even if they often attacked her
C. could see everything around her though she was old
D. had great influence over the boy when she was alive
61. We can infer from the passage that the boy ______.
A. was filled with sadness and gave up finishing his talk
B. was always very good at expressing himself
C. practiced a lot in order to give a moving speech
D. had great difficulty in accepting the loss of Nana
62. The writer wanted to tell the readers ______.
A. the young people were too weak to face certain facts
B. the young people have learned to control themselves
C. the adults could learn something valuable from the young
D. the adults should teach the young how to deal with the death

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LONDON(Reuters)—Organic fruit, delivered right to the doorstep.That is what Gabriel Gold prefers, and he is willing to pay for it.If this is not possible, the 26-year-old computer technician will spend the extra money at the supermarket to buy organic food.
“Organic produce is always better,” Gold said.“The food is free of pesticides(农药), and you are generally supporting family farms instead of large farms.And more often than not it is locally grown and seasonal, so it is more tasty.” Gold is one of a growing number of shoppers buying into the organic trend, and supermarkets across Britain are counting on more like him as they grow their organic food business.But how many shoppers really know what they are getting, and why are they willing to pay a higher price for organic produce? Market research shows that Gold and others who buy organic food can generally give clear reasons for their preferences—but their knowledge of organic food is far from complete.For example, small amounts of pesticides can be used on organic products.And about three quarters of organic food in Britain is not local but imported to meet growing demand.“The demand for organic food is increasing by about one third every year, so it is a very fast-growing market,” said Sue Flock, a specialist in this line of business.
More and more people in Britain are buying organic food because _____.

A.they are getting richer
B.they can get the food anywhere
C.they like home-grown fruit
D.they consider the food free of pollution

Which of the following statements is true to the facts about most organic produce sold in Britain?

A.It grows indoors all year round.
B.It is grown on family farms
C.It is produced outside Britain.
D.It is produced on large farms.

What is the meaning of “the organic trend” as the words are used in the text?

A.better quality of organic food.
B.growing interest in organic food.
C.rising market for organic food.
D.higher prices of organic food.

What is the best title for this news story?

A.The making of organic food in Britain.
B.Organic food—to import or not?
C.Good qualities of organic food.
D.Organic food—healthy, or just for the wealthy?

In 1901, H.G.Wells, an English writer, wrote a book describing a trip to the moon.When the explorers landed on the moon, they discovered that the moon was full of underground cities.They expressed their surprise to the “moon people” they met.In turn, the “moon people” expressed their surprise.“Why,” they asked, “are you traveling to outer space when you don’t even use your inner space?”
H.G.Wells could only imagine travel to the moon.In 1969, human beings really did land on the moon.People today know that there are no underground cities on the moon.However, the question that the “moon people” asked is still an interesting one.A growing number of scientists are seriously thinking about it
Underground systems are already in place.Many cities have underground car parks.In some cities, such as Tokyo, Seoul and Montreal, there are large underground shopping areas.The “Chunnel”, a tunnel(隧道) connecting England and France, is now complete.
But what about underground cities? Japan’s Taisei Corporation is designing a network of underground systems, called “Alice Cities.” The designers imagine using surface space for public parks and using underground space for flats, offices, shopping, and so on.A solar dome(太阳能穹顶) would cover the whole city.
Supporters of underground development say that building down rather than building up is a good way to use the earth’s space.The surface, they say, can be used for farms, parks, gardens, and wilderness.H.G.Wells’ “moon people” would agree.Would you?
The explorers in H.G.Wells’ story were surprised to find that the “moon people” _____.

A.lived in so many underground cities
B.knew so much about the earth
C.understood their language
D.were ahead of them in space technology

What does the underlined word “it” refer to?

A.Discovering the moon’s inner space. B.Traveling to outer space.
C.Meeting the “moon people” again. D.Using the earth’s inner space.

What sort of underground systems are already here with us?

A.Tunnels, car parks, shopping areas.
B.Offices, shopping areas, power stations.
C.Gardens, car parks, power stations.
D.Tunnels, gardens, offices.

What would be the best title for the text?

A.Alice Cities—cities of the future. B.Space travel with H.G.Wells.
C.Building down, not up. D.Enjoy living underground.

Today just as technology changed the face of industry, farms have undergone an “agricultural revolution”. On the farm of today, machines provide almost all the power.
One of the most important benefits will be the farm computer. A few forward-looking farmers are already using computers to help them run their farms more efficiently. The computers help them keep more accurate records so they can make better decisions on what crops to plant, how much livestock to buy, when to sell their products, and how much profit they can expect. Many computer companies have been developing special computer programs just for farmers. Programs are being written for hog producers, grain farmers, potato farmers, and dairy farmers. In the future, farmers will be able to purchase computer programs made to their needs. Because of the growing importance of computers on the farm, students at agricultural colleges are required to take computer classes in addition to their normal agricultural courses. There can be no doubt that farmers will rely on computers even more in the future. While the old-time farm depended on horse power, and modern farms depend on machine power, farms of the future will depend on computer power.
Another technological advance which is still in the experimental stage is the robot, a real “mechanized hired hand” that will be able to move and, in some ways, think like a human being. Agricultural engineers believe that computer-aided robots will make startling changes in farming before the end of the century. Unlike farmers of the present, farmers of the future will find that many day-to-day tasks will be done for them. Scientists are now developing robots that will be able to shear sheep, drive tractors, and harvest fruit. Even complex jobs will be done by robots. For example, in order to milk their cows, farmers must first drive them into the barn, then connect them to the milking machines, watch the machines, and disconnect them when they are finished. In the future, this will all be done by robots. In addition, when the milking is completed, the robots will automatically check to make sure that the milk is pure. The complete mobilization of the farm is far in the future, but engineers expect that some robots will be used before long.
According to the passage, computers can NOT help farmers decide _______.

A.what livestock to raise
B.whether to plant a certain kind of crop
C.how much money they can earn from their products
D.when to sell their products

Which of the following statements is true?

A.Farmers in the future will depend totally on computers.
B.Both computers and robots have been in use on today’s farms.
C.Farmers mainly use machines on their farms at present.
D.Students at agricultural colleges must take computer classes because they can do nothing without the help of computers on today’s farms.

According to the engineers, _______will be done by robots in the near future.

A.all farm work B.milking cows
C.most of the farm work D.some farm work

What is the best title for the whole passage?

A.Computer, Farmers’ Best Friend
B.The Agricultural Revolution
C.Farmers in The Future
D.Computers and Robots

THYSSEN ELEVATORS is one of the leading elevators companies in the world with more than 120 branch companies around the globe. GUANGDONG THYSSEN ELEVATORS LTD. In Zhongshan produces high-quality elevators. We are offering the following positions:
● Plant Manager
Excellent Senior Engineer with experience in this field to manage our plant in Zhongshan
● Senior Engineers (Mechanical and Electrical)
For production and Engineering Department, good command of the Internet
● Junior positions
For those who wish for success
● One purchaser(购货员)
Preferably with experience in a mechanical engineering company and international markets
● Cost Accountant(会计)
5 years experience in mechanical factory costing, good knowledge in Office 2013, CET level. For these senior level Positions, we expect preferably a university degree or an excellent job Record 3-5 years of experience on the job and good command of English. If you are ready to work with us, we will offer attractive salary packet and bright future.
THYESSEN
GUANDONG THYESSEN ELEVATORS LTD
LONGHCAN HUANCHENG
Zhongshan(5284655) Guangdong Province
(1) Secretary
● University graduate
● Good at English speaking, writing&translating
● Good PC knowledge and typing skill
● Pleasant character with good personal skill
(2) Accountants
● College or university graduate
● Good command of English and PC operation
● Work experience
(3) Production Trainees
● College or university graduate
● Food engineering, machinery or chemistry
● Good command of English
● 1-2 years experience in food factory
● Leadership ability and PC knowledge
(4) Production workers
● Polytechnic school(中专) graduate
● Food technology or chemistry
● Knowledge of basic English
●1-2 years experience in food factory
NESTLE
DONGGUAN NESTLE COMPANY LTD

If you don’t know how to use a computer, you had better ask for the position of _______.

A.a secretary in NESTLE
B.a production worker in NESTLE
C.a senior engineer in THYSSEN
D.a cost accountant in THYSSEN

From the passage we can learn that _______.

A.THYSSEN is a successful company with many branches
B.NESTLE is a company only producing chemical products
C.NESTLE asks for good command of English in every Position
D.THYSSEN needs a senior sales manager to sell its products in Asia

As a graduate from university this year, you can probably get a job as _______.

A.a cost accountant in THYSSEN
B.a purchaser in THYSSEN
C.a secretary in NESTLE
D.an accountant in NESTLE

Recently I spoke to some of my students about what they wanted to do after they graduated, and what kind of job prospects they thought they had.
Given that I teach students who are training to be doctors, I was surprised to find that most thought that they would not be able to get the jobs they wanted without “outside help”. “What kind of help is that?” I asked, expecting them to tell me that they would need a relative or family friend to help them out.
“Surgery(外科手术)”, one replied. I was pretty alarmed by that response. It seems that the graduates of today are increasingly willing to go under the knife to get ahead of others when it comes to getting a job. One girl told me that she was considering surgery to increase her height. “They break your legs, put in special extending screws, and slowly expand the gap between the two ends of the bone as it regrows, you can get at least 5cm taller!”
At that point, I was shocked. I am short, I can’t deny that, but I don’t think I would put myself through months of agony(痛苦) just to be a few centimeters taller. I don’t even bother to wear shoes with thick soles, as I’m not trying to hide the fact that I am just not tall!
It seems to me that there is a trend toward wanting “perfection”, and that is an ideal that just does not exist in reality.
No one is born perfect, yet magazines, TV shows and movies present images of thin, tall, beautiful people as being the norm. Advertisements for slimming aids, beauty treatments and cosmetic surgery clinics fill the pages of newspapers, further creating an idea that “perfection” is a requirement, and that it must be purchased, no matter what the cost. In my opinion, skills, rather than appearance, should determine how successful a person is in his chosen career.
We can know from the passage that the author works as ______.

A.a doctor B.a model C.a teacher D.a reporter

Many graduates today turn to cosmetic surgery to______.

A.marry a better man or woman
B.become a model
C.get an advantage over others in job-hunt
D.attract more admirers

According to the passage, the author believes that ______.

A.everyone should pursue perfection, whatever the cost is
B.it’s right for graduates to ask for others to help them out in hunting for jobs
C.media are to blame for misleading young people in their seeking for surgery
D.it is one’s appearance instead of skills that really matters in one’s career

What does the author think of his height?

A.He hates to be called a short man.
B.He tries to increase his height through surgery.
C.He always wears shoes with thick soles to hide the fact.
D.He just accepts it as it is

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