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.
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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.
近日，纪录片《舌尖上的中国》在央视播出后，迅速走红网络。该片不仅展现了中国的各种美味佳肴，同时也深入探讨了诸多美食所体现出的处世哲学和社会变迁。请你根据下表所提示的信息，用英语写一篇短文。
| 你对中国美食的理解： |
1.中国美食历史悠久,蜚声国际。 |
| 2.中国美食食材丰富，制作精良。 |
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| 3.中国美食的主要组成。 |
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| 俗话说，”人如其食”。请考生根据自己的经历和感想，提出两三点中国美食对社会、生活或文化等方面的影响。 |
假如你们学校有许多来自不同国家的外国学生，为了让他们了解我国古老文化，请你写一篇介绍我国春节（阴历新年）的文章，内容如下：
春节是我国重要的传统节日之一；
春节前几天，人们忙于购物，扫除；
除夕，家人欢聚一堂，吃年饭，看电视；
春节那一天，人们早早起床，穿戴一新；
白天，人们走亲访友，去公园，逛庙会。
Some useful words: 对联 — red couplets 爆竹 — firecrackers
把（纸等）贴在.......上 — paste时刻，时节 — occasion
Let’s say you have had a sore throat for several weeks . You have done everything you can to relieve (减轻）the pain: medicine, Vitamin C, and even chicken soup. All these things help your throat feel better for a little while, but the soreness always comes back.Your doctor discovers that you have tonsillitis (扁桃体炎）, and that is causing your sore throat ! If you have your tonsils removed, your sore throat will go away for good.
Anger is a lot like that. It is great to find healthy, positive ways to deal with feelings of anger , but sometimes you really just need to get to the root of the problem. There is no way to get rid of everything that makes us angry.
If you can identify (确认）what exactly is making you feel angry, and then work to fix it , you may find that you get angry a lot less often.
•Instead of giving in to your feelings , maybe it is time to get some help in the subject so you can do better next time.
•Are you angry because your friends leave you out of things?If they can’t be sensitive to your feelings, then maybe it is time to look for new friends.
| A．But we can deal with issues one at a time. |
| B．What is the source of your anger ? |
| C．Finally, you decide it is time to see a doctor. |
| D．Are you angry that you failed a test at school? |
E.Try talking to them about how it makes you feel.
F.Keeping anger inside usually just makes it worse.
G.Being angry can make it hard to be around other people.
Online Friends and Love
In so many ways, cyberspace mirrors the real world. 1 . Others buy and sell products. Still others look for friendship, or even love. Unlike the real world, however, your knowledge about a person is limited to words on a computer screen. Identity (身份) and appearance mean very little in cyberspace. 2 . So even the shyest person can become a chat-room star. Usually, this “faceless” communication doesn’t create problems. Identity doesn’t really matter when you’re in a chat room discussing politics or hobbies and it makes the Internet a great place for exciting conversation. Where else can so many people come together to chat about their interests? 3 . They’re looking for serious love relationships. Is cyberspace a good place to find love? That answer depends on whom you ask. Some of these relationships actually succeed. Others fail miserably.
Supporter of online relationships claim that the Internet allows couples to get to know each other. Personal appearance doesn’t get in the way. But critics of online relationships argue that no one can truly know another person in cyberspace. Why? 4 . Internet users can carefully make their words fit whatever image they want to give. In a sense, they’re not really themselves. All of this may be fine if the relationship stays in cyberspace. 5 . With so many unknowns, it’s easy to let one’s imagination “fill in the blanks”. This leads to disappointment when couples meet in person. So, before looking for love in cyberspace, remember the advice of Internet pioneer Clifford Stoll: “Life in the real world is far richer than anything you’ll find on a computer screen.”
| A．When we talk with others on the line, we can express ourselves freely. |
| B．But some Internet users want more than just someone to chat with. |
| C．People ask for information, play games and share hobby tips. |
| D．Generally speaking, online friends and love are worth seeking for. |
E.Because the Internet gives users a lot of control over how others view them.
F.Rather, a person’s thoughts or at least the thoughts they type— are what really count.
G.But not knowing a person is a big problem in a love relationship.
A. They admit their mistakes.
B. They are open to criticism.
C. They are willing to learn.
D. They’re in charge of their emotions.
E. They apologize when needed.
F. They are generous with compliments.
We all see and hear about extraordinary people around us and wonder why can’t we be more like them? Sometimes we chuck that notion as absurd and unachievable. I would say not so fast. It’s not the big things that make someone extraordinary. It’s the small things. Things over a period of time have the power to radically change your life. They become extraordinary by making a difference in someone’s life. Here are some of the things extraordinary people do every day: __________
Just because you’re the boss, it doesn’t mean you are right every time. It doesn’t mean you have the best ideas. Learn to back up your ideas or decisions with reason. Use logic to explain things, not authority. By doing this your decisions might invite criticism, but you will also get an opportunity to improve. __________
My friend’s boss made a huge mistake by tying up with an event management company. The whole purpose of the tie-up was to promote his company but it failed miserably. Instead of defending his idea and carrying on as if nothing happened, he apologized to the team for not including them in the decision making. It’s OK to admit you were wrong. You will not only gain the respect of your team mates, you will also gain credibility. __________
Remember the time, say in school or at work when you worked really hard but got nothing in return. Not even a thank you. It hurts when your efforts are not recognized. So every chance you get to praise someone, do it. A simple “That was some great work, keep it up,” can go a long way in making the employee feel great about themselves. A compliment can have a positive impact on their lives. Your team/family will love you for it. __________
We all make mistakes, but what makes a person big is when he is ready to apologize. Don’t try to hide behind excuses: “I didn’t mean to say it, it just happened.” “I was irritated with such and such person so…” No. Don’t try to shift blame. Just come right out and say you’re sorry. __________
Sometimes it is very important to stay mum. Especially when you’re angry or irritated or bitter, you don’t want to end up saying things you didn’t really mean to. So they take their time, they process their emotions, think back to what happened, and then come to a decision about how to tackle it. Before you say anything, consider other’s feelings. Never be rash with words or actions.