During the week days, they are luckily busy office people; but on weekends, they are just a brood of(一窝)stay-home animals. A recent survey shows that office workers in China prefer quiet and easy ways to spend their weekends.
In the survey, conducted by job seeking and offering website Zhaopin.com, 32.8 percent of the 6,000 respondents choose to stay home at weekends and have a good rest, the Beijing Morning Post reported.
Twenty percent use their days-off to do housework. And only 19.3 percent are willing to have fun during the break time from work. Their first choice of fun is shopping.
Other choices, though practiced by few, include meeting friends, accompanying the children, trips to the suburbs, and lessons for more skills.
When they. go shopping, 54.5 percent of the white-collars actually shop in supermarkets, while 27.9. percent attend other stores, especially when discounts are offered.
These activities don't seem to cost much, as 60 percent spend average less than 200 yuan (US$26) during weekends, and 30 percent no more than 500 yuan.
When asked whom they would spend the weekends with, about 40 percent mention their partners, and 30 percent prefer a weekend all by themselves. Less than 20 percent hang out with friends.
Only 5.8 percent would kill the time with their colleagues. This is because we tend to avoid too many personal contacts with our co-workers when we don't have to work with them, according to some experts. How many of the office workers who are the respondents do the housework at weekends?
A.1,968. | B.1,158. | C.1,200. | D.1,674. |
Why will less than ten percent of office workers kill the time with their colleagues at weekends?
A.Because they can't spare time to play with them. |
B.Because they tend to avoid too many personal contacts with hem when they don't have to. |
C.Because. they have many things to deal with at weekends. |
D.Because some experts suggest they should not keep in touch with their colleagues. |
Which of the following is TRUE according to the survey?
A.There is the same percentage about people preferring a weekend all by themselves and people spending no more than 500 yuan during weekends. |
B.Most office workers can’t afford things in supermarkets, so they prefer to attend other stores, especially when discounts are offered. |
C.More than one fifth of office workers like to hang out with friends. |
D.All the office workers prefer to relax themselves and no one is willing to learn more skills. |
What is the best title of the passage?
A.How to spend the weekends |
B.Several ways of spending their weekends for office people |
C.How to go shopping on the weekends for office people |
D.Office people prefer easy weekends |
Why do Chinese people love hot pot so much? As the winter months begin to settle in, I find myself wondering what it is about this traditional meal, which has existed for more than 1. 000 years, that makes it a Chinese food favorite. But it seems that the answer lies beyond the dish itself.
Hot pot isn't just designed to keep you warm during the cold months; it's also a social experience. It's a "theater” cuisine that turns a meal into an event. There is a lot of fun for everyone to have in adding ingredients to the hot pot.
Hot pot is eaten over two to three hours. For this reason, it is often, considered an evening's entertainment, and time to spend with friends and family. However, many westerners would be put off by the idea of other people sticking chopsticks in their food. When we come to eat at the table in the UK, we tend to have our own individual portions (份额), although the experience is still a social one.
A similar experience to the hot pot one can be found in Korean barbecue restaurants, which let you cook your own meat. This allows people to have their meat done however they want.
For most Westerners, the idea of going to a restaurant to cook their own food is bizarre(古怪的). But having given hot pot a time, I find it's now one of my favorite meals in Beijing. The steam from the pot left my clothes smelling of food when I got home, but perhaps this is also part of the experience. When the chilly (刺骨的) wind is blowing outside, just grab some chopsticks, some good friends, and dig in. For me it's like throwing a dinner party where my taste buds(味蕾)and my appetite are equally satisfied in the warm company of friends.
According to the author, hot pot is popular in China because ________.
A.it is a fun social experience |
B.it has been developing for over 1,000 years |
C.it involves many unique ingredients |
D.it keeps people warm in winter and it is creative |
We can conclude from the article that generally British people _______.
A.prefer a Korean barbecue to Chinese hot pot |
B.find it interesting to cook their own food in restaurants |
C.don't like sharing food with others |
D.don't mind the smell of food staying on their clothes after dinner |
What is the tone of the article?
A.Appreciative | B.Longing |
C.Humorous. | D.Serious. |
Some people may say a hero is someone older than you, someone you personally know, someone who has done something everyone knows about, etc. I don’t think a hero necessarily has to be an older person or a close friend or a family member. My hero is younger than me, but we are related. His name is Marcus. He is my cousin. He isn’t necessarily a wise person or someone who does something great every day, but he has taught me to appreciate some of the simple things in life.
I am now in 11th grade. When I was in 8th grade, Marcus had a brain tumor (脑瘤) which had to be removed. Thankfully the tumor was benign (良性的). When the doctors removed it Marcus lost his sight. He felt down only once. Ever since then, he has been an extremely happy second-grader. He is very typical of a nine-year-old. He likes to tell jokes, play new games, and he likes to play tricks on people, just like children at his age. I love spending time with him. We go to movies whenever there is a good one and look after him every chance I get.
I say that Marcus helps to appreciate the simple thing in life. He doesn’t have his sight and that causes me to realize how lucky I am to be able to see, to walk, and to talk. I can do everything I need to. If everyone could see how happy and satisfied Marcus is and how much he makes everyone around him happy, then they might just be able to better appreciate the simple things in life.
It can be inferred that the author has_________.
A.the same idea about heroes as others |
B.a different idea about heroes from others |
C.the idea that a hero must be older |
D.the idea that a hero must be a close friend |
Why does the author consider his cousin as a hero?
A.Because his cousin is a very wise person.. |
B.Because his cousin does great things every day. |
C.Because his cousin teaches him how to enjoy a simple life. |
D.Because his cousin teaches him to live a rich life. |
What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 2 mean?
A.Marcus looks older than his age. |
B.Marcus isn’t nine years old at all. |
C.Marcus is different from the other students. |
D.Marcus is the same as the other children at his age. |
What makes the author think himself lucky?
A.Marcus’ simple life. | B.Marcus’ serious illness. |
C.Marcus’ blindness. | D.Marcus’ recovery. |
Thank you for your card. I’m glad you’re having a good time, but I’m not surprised. Washington D.C. is wonderful at this time of year.
I would like you to come to my place and meet my people at the end of your journey. You can’t leave America without visiting New York. My brother’s hobby, as you know, is taking pictures. He has a big album(相册)of pictures of the United States and of New York. I’m sending some of them to you. When you look at them you’ll understand why New York is a city of islands. In fact it lies on three big islands: Manhattan, Staten Island and Long Island. There are many small islands in the city.
The most expensive part of New York is Manhattan. This island is famous for its skyscrapers(摩天大楼).Broadway is a famous street in New York. It is known for its theatres and you can see wonderful shows there.
There are many museums and art galleries(画廊)in New York. Pupils often visit museums and have their art classes there. School children often visit the Bronx Zoo. It is the largest of the New York City zoos. It opened in 1899 and since then has always been a favorite place for animal lovers and children.
In 1789, New York became the first capital of the United States of America but it remained the capital for only one year. Now, as I’m sure you know, Washington, D.C. is the capital of the country.
The underlined word “them” in Para.2refers to__________.
A.cards | B.albums |
C.pictures | D.letters |
From the passage we know that___________.
A.Manhattan is known for its skyscrapers |
B.New York is famous for its wonderful shows |
C.the Bronx Zoo has the longest history among the zoos in America. |
D.New York contains three islands in total |
We can infer that the text is probably_________.
A.an advertisement | B.a letter |
C.a travel journal | D.a geography report |
The writer writes this passage to _________.
A. persuade his friend to visit New York
B. introduce Washington D.C. in America
C. describe three islands in New York
D. show his brother’s album
Wanted,Someone for a Kiss
We’re looking for producers to join us on the sound of London Kiss 100 FM. You’ll work on the station’s music programs. Music production experience in radio is necessary,along with rich knowledge of modern dance music. Please apply in writing to Producer Vacancies,Kiss 100.
Father Christmas
We’re looking for a very special person,preferably over 40,to fill our Father Christmas suit.
Working days:Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December 17 to December 24 except Sundays, 10:30-16:00.
Excellent pay.
Please contact the Enterprise Shopping Centre,Station Parade,Eastbourne.
Accountants Assistant
When you join the team in our Revenue Administration Unit,you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division,dealing with post and other general duties. If you are educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a school leaver or for somebody who has office experience.
Wealden District Council
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24-45 and have experience in teaching and training,you could be the person we are looking for. You should be good at the computer and have some experience in program writing. You will be allowed to make your own decisions,and to design courses as well as present them. Pay upwards of£15,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV (简历) to Mrs R. Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?
A.Producer Vacancies,Kiss 100. |
B.Mrs Oglivie,Palmlace Limited. |
C.The Enterprise Shopping Centre. |
D.Wealden District Council. |
We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who________.
A.is aged between 24 and 40 |
B.may do some training work |
C.should deal with general duties |
D.can work for about a month |
Which position is open to recent school graduates?
A.Producer,London Kiss. |
B.Father Christmas. |
C.Accountants Assistant. |
D.Software Trainer. |
What kind of person would probably apply to Palmlace Limited?
A.One with GCSE grade C level. |
B.One with some office experience. |
C.One having good computer knowledge. |
D.One trained in producing music programs. |
Tickets for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil have gone on sale, with fans able to apply on FIFA’s website. FIFA is expecting a similar demand to that in Germany 2006, when there were about seven applicants for every ticket of the 64 matches. And now around 3.3 million tickets will be available for the matches in 2014.
Tickets will range in price from£58 for first-round matches to£632 for the final at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Brazilian citizens over 60, local students and members of some social programs can purchase tickets for £15.
The Price of Football - World Cup 2014
Items |
Prices |
Items |
Prices |
Ticket |
£58-£112 |
Final ticket |
£281-£632 |
Sun cream |
£9.50 |
T-shirt |
£13 |
McDonald’s meal |
£11 |
Water |
£1.28 |
Imported beer |
£3.83 |
Domestic beer |
£1.91 |
Coffee |
£2.55 |
Average dinner |
£29 |
“It’s always difficult to predict,” said FIFA marketing director Thierry Weil. “But I truly believe that it will be more similar to what happened in Germany than in South Africa in 2010.” According to FIFA, the 2006 World Cup was attended by more than 3.3 million fans. Almost two million tickets were sold to the general public in South Africa, although the number of applications during the first ticketing phase was significantly lower.
All applications made before 10th October 2013 will enter a random selection draw if there are not enough tickets available to fulfill all requests. The sales of the leftover tickets will begin on 5th November on a first-come, first-served basis. Another phase will begin on 8th December after the draw is made. The tournament begins on 12th June, with Brazil playing the opener in Sao Paulo.
A study on the price of World Cup 2014 looked at the ticket prices and the cost of travelling to Brazil and found that our English fans face hotel costs of between£46 and£797 a night, while packages range from£2,999 to£14,999.How much should a Brazilian student pay for the opening match?
A.£15 | B.£58 | C.£112 | D.£632 |
From the passage we know that Thierry Weil_______.
A.feels proud of what they achieved in South Africa 2010 |
B.feels worried about the sales of the tickets for Brazil 2014 |
C.holds the belief that Brazil 2014 will be the greatest world cup |
D.believes that more fans will attend Brazil 2014 than South Africa 2010 |
What will FIFA do if there are not enough tickets available for requests before Oct.10, 2013?
A.They will sell the spare tickets to the applicants. |
B.They will sell on a first-come, first-served basis. |
C.They will choose the applicants based on a random selection draw. |
D.They will sell them the tickets to be sold on Dec.8. |