Some 80 percent of graduate students in East China’s Zhejiang Province said in a survey they will give up trying to find jobs in Beijing,Shanghai and Guangzhou,first-tier cities in China that have been considered dream places for many,because of the untouchable home prices and high living costs.
The Yangtse Evening Post conducted the survey among 50 job seekers who were attending Sunday’s job fair in Jiangsu for graduate students.The survey showed graduates are becoming more realistic in their job search despite the job market becoming better.
The fair attracted more than 10,000 graduate students with 7,382 positions.
“The pressure of buying a house in Beijing is unbelievable,”said Wang Jian from Nanjiing Normal University,who acknowledged he had thought about finding a job in Beijing,Shanghai or Guangzhou,but in the face of huge pressures,he has no choice but to be “realistic”.
People can have a very comfortable life in Nanjing with a monthly salary of between 3,000 yuan($450)and 4,000 yuan,but in Shanghai,5,000 yuan a month can only help you survive and buying a house will remain a dream.
A student from Nanjing University of Science and Technology said he just turned down an offer from a Shanghai company of 7,000 yuan a month because“living costs in Shanghai are too high.”
An unnamed male student from Nanjing University said he will try first-tier cities only if he can get a high salary.“I would go to Beijing only if I can earn 200,000 yuan a year,”he said.
“Beijing,Shanghai and Guangzhou once had the advantages that other cities don’t have,but the high housing prices and living costs make young people barely able to breathe,”said Ren Leiming from the job service center of Jiangsu’s colleges and universities.
“First-tier cities have plenty of talents that make it hard for people to be outstanding,and if you go work in smaller cities you can become a dominant player at your position much more easily,”said Ren.The majority of graduate students will give up trying to find jobs in the first-tier cities because .
A.it is not easy to find jobs there. |
B.home prices and living costs there are very high. |
C.they can’t make full use of their knowledge and skills there. |
D.monthly salaries there are low compared with those in other cities. |
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the job market now?
A.There are more job opportunities offered now. |
B.The job markets are becoming more and more competitive. |
C.Many graduate students aren’t satisfied with the working conditions. |
D.Companies and enterprises have stricter rules to take in graduate students. |
We can learn from the news report that .
A.in Shanghai,5,000 yuan a month can only help you buy a luxury house |
B.the fair attracted more than 10,000 graduate students and laid-off workers with 7,382 positions |
C.The Yangtse Evening Post conducted the survey among 50 personnel managers who were attending Sunday’s joh fair in Jiangsu for graduate students |
D.a student from Nanjing University of Science and Technology turned down an offer from a Shanghai company of 7,000 yuan a month |
The words Ren said in the last paragraph mean .
A.people can’t achieve more in first-tier cities |
B.people can easily be outstanding in smaller cities |
C.he would rather go to first-tier cities than smaller cities |
D.talents are more welcome in first-tier cities than smaller ones |
There has been a dramatic increase in the number of natural disasters over the past few years,and it is assumed that global warming and climate change could cause even more disasters in the future.Some of the world’s leading cities are facing disasters like floods and heat waves.
London
London’s flood defences are getting older. Since 1982, the Thames Barrier(水闸) has protected the city from the threat of flooding,but it was only designed to last until 2030 and close once every two or three years. About 21 years later the barrier now closes five or six times a year and according to Environment Agency predictions, by 2050 the barrier will be closed on almost every tide if the problem is not addressed.
There are 26 underground stations, 400 schools, 16 hospitals, an airport and 80 billion worth of property in London's flood risk area, so large scale flooding would be disastrous.
Paris
Over a sixweek period in July and August 2008,more than 11400 — mainly elderly people — died in France from dehydration (脱水) and extremely high body temperature in a deadly heat wave. Heat waves of similar intensity (强度) are expected every seven years by 2050, so what can be done to make sure such a disaster does not happen again?
One solution is to have airconditioners installed in elderly care homes. But this is considered a shortterm solution, as the increase in demand for electricity also increases carbon emissions.
In Paris the local authorities are encouraging architects to design new types of buildings such as the building “Flower Tower”, which uses a covering of bamboo to act as a natural airconditioner.
Shanghai
Shanghai is the fastest growing city on Earth. It has a population of 18 million and is only 4 meters above sea level. Sea levels are predicted to rise by 20 cm within the next century.
An estimated 250,000 people move to Shanghai every year in search of work, placing extra demands on energy consumption. China relies heavily on coalfired power stations, but these emissions increase temperatures and, in turn, warmer seas increase the risk of typhoons.Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?
A.Big Cities Facing Big Disasters | B.Big Disasters in the Future |
C.The Increase of Natural Disasters | D.Solutions to Natural Disasters |
What problem should be settled now in London?
A.How to protect the city’s property. |
B.Where to build its flood defences. |
C.How to use the Thames Barrier to protect the city. |
D.How to improve the function of the old flood defences. |
Which of the following measures can’t solve the heat wave disaster in Paris?
A.Putting up new types of buildings with a covering of bamboo. |
B.Having airconditioners installed in elderly care homes. |
C.Forbidding the city to build “Flower Tower”. |
D.Encouraging architects to design new types of buildings. |
The major threats to Shanghai are ________.
A.increasing population and coalfired power stations |
B.rising sea levels and typhoons |
C.extremely high temperature and rising sea levels |
D.extra demands on energy consumption and typhoons |
The purpose of the passage is ________.
A.to tell us how to protect the big cities |
B.to give advice on how to defend natural disasters |
C.to explain what causes flood and heat waves |
D.to warn us of the increasing natural disasters in big cities |
In 1970, my five brothers, my sister and I lived in the housing projects of Toronto with our parents. My father was a factory worker, and my mother stayed at home. Each year my father would dress up as Santa Claus and go through the streets of the projects sharing joy and candies with the children there. He loved it as much as they did!
But around the Christmas in 1970, my father was out of his job and money was tight. In fact, there was no money for Christmas and my parents weren’t sure what they’d provide for us.
That Christmas Eve, however, as usual, my father left the house dressed as Santa Claus. He knew that even though our Christmas would be hard, he could not disappoint the other kids in the neighborhood.
As my father left the house and went down the walkway, Santa Claus was walking up, with a great sack full of gifts for us! He said nothing, only smiled a sweet smile at my father, and wished him a Merry Christmas. The happy man handed Dad the sack and walked away down the block.
We never knew who the man was and who showed us great kindness on a snowy Christmas night. We do know, however, that without him we would have had nothing under the tree. His kindness gave my parents hope and showed us in a very real way the true meaning of Christmas.
Our family has never forgotten this kind stranger. Each year we tell the story of the mysterious Santa Claus and try to repay his gifts by giving gifts to others in need.The author’s father ________.
A.was once the richest man in his hometown |
B.was working in a government office |
C.had to support a family of 9 people |
D.looked like Santa Claus most |
What happened in 1970?
A.The author’s father was out of work. |
B.The author’s mother lost her job. |
C.They had a little money left for Christmas. |
D.They had the worst Christmas in their lives. |
The author’s family knew ________.
A.who the mysterious Santa Claus was |
B.why the mysterious Santa Claus helped them |
C.how they could repay the mysterious Santa Claus |
D.they could find the mysterious Santa Claus one day |
It can be inferred(推断)that ________.
A.the mysterious Santa Claus was one of their relatives |
B.the mysterious Santa Claus was a rich man in the area |
C.the sack from the mysterious Santa Claus was very expensive |
D.the author’s family were all thankful to the mysterious Santa Claus |
The Gold Coast family holidays are always great fun whether you are from Australia or from abroad. There are beautiful beaches, adventure parks, nature parks and so much more.
There are so many sights to see here. It is a pity to drive in a car and you’ll miss a great part of it. Australia is home to many animals and birds that can only be seen when moving slowly and going into the areas that they live.
When you are on a bicycle, you have the advantage of being able to stop whenever you want to see an interesting animal or bird that you have never seen before. It is a quieter mode (方式) of transportation as well, so you might even be able to take a picture. When you are on the beach, you can breathe that clean air and view the beauty of the water and sand. It is a totally different experience from either simply sunbathing or passing it in a car.
There are many choices of hiring a bicycle to experience the Gold Coast attractions. There are stores that will fit a bike perfectly to your size. These bikes for both adults and children are in many styles and colors to please any taste. If you have ever wanted to try a tandem bike (双人单车), now is your chance, because they have those too.
A bicycle hire on Gold Coast is something that everyone should try at least once. This is a wonderful chance for anyone who likes to cycle and it is also a cheap way to travel with your family.You’d better not drive in a car on Gold Coast because ________.
A.you will break the traffic rules |
B.you will cause much noise |
C.you can’t enjoy the beautiful sights well |
D.you can’t drive into some parks |
The following advantages of hiring bikes are mentioned EXCEPT that ________.
A.you can take photos of animals |
B.it is a cheap way of traveling |
C.you can get a clearer sight of animals |
D.it is a good way to do sunbathing |
What is paragraph 4 mainly about?
A.How to hire bikes on Gold Coast. |
B.What kinds of bikes there are in stores. |
C.What bikes are the most popular. |
D.Who can hire bikes on Gold Coast. |
What’s the author’s attitude towards a bike hire on Gold Coast?
A.He supports it very much. |
B.He thinks it’s a personal choice. |
C.He doesn’t like this way of traveling. |
D.He thinks it’s only good for adults. |
A year ago, I paid no attention to English idioms, though my teacher emphasized(强调)the importance again and again. But soon, the importance of English idioms was shown in an amusing experience.
One day, I happened to meet an Englishman on the road, and soon we began to talk. As I was talking about how I was studying English, the foreigner seemed to be surprised. Gently shaking his head, shrugging his shoulders, he said, “You don’t say!” “You don’t say!” I was puzzled. I thought, perhaps this is not an proper topic. “Well, I’d better change the topic. “ So I said to him, “Well, shall we talk about the Great Wall? By the way, have you ever been there?” “Certainly, everyone back home will laugh at me if I leave China without seeing it. It was wonderful.” He was deep in thought when I began to talk like a tourist guide. “The Great Wall is one of the wonders in the world. We are very proud of it.” Soon I was stopped again by his words: “You don’t say!” I couldn’t help asking, “Why do you ask me not to talk about it?” “Well, I didn’t ask you to do so,” he answered, greatly surprised. I said, “Didn’t you say ‘you don’t say’?” Hearing this, the Englishman laughed to tears. He began to explain, ‘You don’t say.’ actually means ‘really’! It is an expression of surprise. Perhaps you don’t pay attention to English idioms.” Only then did I know how foolish I had been. Since then I have been more careful with idiomatic expressions. Remember: what the English teachers said is always right to us students.At first, on hearing “You don’t say”, I thought the foreigner meant_______.
A.He was not interested in the topic |
B.He was only interested in the Great Wall |
C.I had talked too much |
D.I had to stop talking |
The underlined word in the first paragraph probably means_______.
A.interesting | B.important | C.terrible | D.unlucky |
Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A.The Englishman left China without seeing the Great Wall. |
B.The Englishman wanted to see the Great Wall after I talked about it. |
C.The Englishman wanted me to act as his guide. |
D.The Englishman visited the Great Wall and thought it worth (值得) visiting. |
After the Englishman explained the idiom, ________.
A.I thought the Englishman had made me a fool |
B.The Englishman became a real fool |
C.I felt very foolish |
D.I became more careful in everything |
Dear Editor,
I’m a Senior I student in a middle school. This term, my favorite teacher, Miss Mao, no longer teaches us. I want to see her, but I’m afraid that she no longer likes me and I don’t want to trouble her. I really miss her. What should I do?
Tian Yan
Dear Tian Yan,
It’s bad luck that you have lost your favorite teacher. But, if she is still in your school, nothing can stop you going to see her. When she isn’t busy, ask her if she minds having a quick chat. You can then tell her she was your favorite teacher—everyone is happy to know that they are liked!
If she has left the school, it will be more difficult to meet her. It will be hard, but remember people always come and go in their lives. We can’t rely on them to be with us all the time.
You may be sad to say goodbye to her, but we can remember and learn from her. Think of her best qualities.
You could also try looking for similar qualities in your other teachers. Study hard and give your new teacher a chance. In time, you might start to see that he or she has different qualities to learn from.
Finally, you can not completely rely on other people to get you through your studies, or even your life.
EditorTian Yan ______.
A.is a troublemaker |
B.likes Miss Mao very much |
C.is happy these days |
D.doesn’t like to tell her secret to anyone |
Which of the following does the editor advise Tuan Yan NOT to do?
A.Find a time to see Miss Mao |
B.Have a short chat with Miss Mao |
C.Tell Miss Mao she likes her |
D.Keep quiet about the thing |
According to the passage, students can make progress in their studies _______.
A.completely by their favorite teachers |
B.completely by their favorite classmates |
C.mainly by their parents |
D.mainly by themselves |