【推荐1】Want to find a job? Now read the following advertisements.

FAIRMONT HOTEL

Five waiters and Ten Waitresses

---Aged under 22

---At least high school graduate

---Good looking; men at least 1.72 meters tall and women 1.65

---Those knowing foreign languages preferred

---Paid 1600---2200 dollars per month

One Secretary

---Aged under 30

---Female preferred

---Good at writing and skilled at computer

If interested, call 465-4768 or write to: Mr. Jack Hundris Room 0825, Fairmont Hotel

567 Wood Street, San Markers, 78003

Fax: 6954828

WILSON BOOKSTORE

Accountant(会计)

---Aged between 25 and 40

---With an experience of at least two years

---With a degree and an accountant certificate(证书)

---Paid 3000-4000 dollars monthly

---With a knowledge of computer

Salesclerk

---Basic education of 12 years or more

---Good at computer

---Paid 1800-2200 dollars monthly

Tel: 447-4398                 Fax: 3485269

1. If you don’t know how to use a computer, you can just apply(申请) for the position as _________ .

A．a secretary	B．an accountant
C．a waiter or a waitress	D．a salesclerk

2. If you want to get the position of accountant in Wilson Bookstore, you have to satisfy the following     conditions EXCEPT   _________ .

A．knowing well how to use a computer	B．being a woman
C．having been an accountant	D．having an accountant certificate、

3. If you want to try for a job in Fairmont Hotel, you   _________ .

A．should be younger than 30 years old	B．should be a university graduate
C．have to be taller than 1.72 meters	D．have to be a woman and know foreign languages

【推荐1】If you have a long holiday to spend, where can you go?

Nikoi Island, Indonesia

Less than 85 km-but somehow a whole world away-from Singapore’s shining skyline lies Nikoi Island. Surrounded by white sandy shorelines and vivid coral reefs, Nikoi’s centre is hidden in rainforest, resulting in amazing biodiversity seen in its native plants, animals and bird life. Marrying traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with contemporary design, Nikoi boasts just 15 stilted（建于支柱上的）beach houses, all with breathtaking sea views, guaranteeing privacy and total escape from the daily routine.

Amanpulo, Philippines

The only property on Pamalican Island, the luxurious Amanpulo resort offers extremely impressive accommodation, with only access to over five kilometres of clean coral sand beach. Designed to resemble local Bahay Kubo homes, Amanpulo’s beachside, treetop and hillside villas all feature comfortable decks（木质平台）with hammocks（吊床）from which to enjoy the spectacular views of the greenish-blue sea below. Fill your schedule with Amanpulo’s signature adventures (including diving, windsurfing and sailing), recharge in the award-winning spa or feast on locally caught seafood-the choice is yours.

Song Saa, Cambodia

Song Saa’s incredible ocean views, and breathtaking sunsets are a very typical example of pure paradise. Its 24 villas—each with their own sea-view private plunge pool-are designed to reflect the natural beauty of Cambodia’s coastline; built from recycled wood with straw roofs and driftwood furnishings, these presences are stylish proof of Song Saa’s admirable commitment to sustainability and conservation. You can choose to do as much or as little as you want here. With rainforest tours, island safaris and reef snorkeling（徒手潜水）, it just offers some of the activities that show this spectacular destination.

1. What can we see in the center of Nikoi Island?

A．Lands of desert.	B．Streams and rivers.
C．Animals and plants.	D．Tall buildings.

2. What can we learn about the Amanpulo’s villas?

A．They are made of bricks.

B．We can have a good view of sea there.

C．They are very expensive.

D．We can learn many historic stories from them.

3. What makes Song Saa look like pure paradise?

A．Recycled wood.	B．Straw roofs.
C．Sunsets.	D．Reef snorkeling.

【推荐3】This is new to me and I don’t know what I will say really so I’m just giving it a try. I was always a runner and in pretty good shape for most of my life. Then I hit a bad patch and each day just couldn’t get myself out there to run. I put on weight, which just made me feel worse about myself.

I finally got the running back again after a few years but it was much harder than it used to be and I struggled to get through even the shortest, slowest jog.

I was out in a run the other day and I had almost convinced (说服) myself to give up when I heard someone say, “You can do it! It’s hard, but you can do it!” There was a lady walking the other way and had the biggest smile on her face.

Those words of encouragement at a time when I was ready to give up were like a perfect intervention (干预). I finished my run and now every time I feel like quitting I will hear her words in my head and they give me motivation (动力) and encouragement.

I’ve never seen her again so I’ve never been able to thank her and let her know the effect something as simple as a few words of encouragement from a stranger had and still has on me. It always encourages me in my life and has great influence on my life. I will never forget it and place it in my heart. I will tell it to others and make others believe encouragement is very important to us.

1. What was the author like before putting on weight?

A．He was very tall.	B．He was in good shape.
C．He was very thin.	D．He was in poor health.

2. What does the underlined sentence mean in the first paragraph?

A．The author had trouble in life.	B．The author’s clothes were worn out.
C．The author was very lucky.	D．The author was in good spirits.

3. What made the author not give up running?

A．His own hard work.	B．A strange lady’s encouraging words.
C．His friends’ encouragement.	D．His parents’ encouragement.

4. What’s the main idea of the passage?

A．An exciting experience.	B．A story about losing weight.
C．Kind words from a stranger.	D．The importance of determination.

【推荐2】Cheap Travel Destinations for Winter Trips

Charleston, South Carolina (Hotel Cost: $72. 33, Round-Trip Flight: $303)

The charming city of Charleston is ripe (时机成热的) for exploring even during the cooler winter months. Catch a show at the Charleston Stage Company or watch a performance from the Charleston Ballet. If it’s your first time visiting, take a carriage tour of the city to explore 25 to 30 blocks of the downtown area.

Anchorage, Alaska (Hotel Cost: $43. 67, Round-Trip Flight: $577. 50)

Walk on a glacier, see wildlife and explore attractive national parks for cheapness in Anchorage. The Chugach Mountains are easily accessible, just 20 minutes from the downtown area.

Washington, D. C. (Hotel Cost: $150, Round-Trip Flight: $206. 50)

Take a trip to the Lincoln Memorial, express respect and admiration to the soldiers that served in World War II at the National World War II Memorial and discover other sites that honor modern American history-free of charge. Galleries, museums and historic neighborhoods are ripe for exploring even during the winter months.

Savannah, Georgia (Hotel Cost: $49, Round-Trip Flight: $317. 50)

Taking a self-guided tour of this southern city is one of the best ways to see famous landmarks and sites free of charge. Visit the 22 public squares and see the General Casimir Pulaski Monument. And don’t forget to get your picture taken at the same bus stop bench used in the movie Forrest Gump, in Chippewa Square.

1. Which place will you choose to go if you are interested in modern American history?

A．Savannah, Georgia.	B．Charleston, South Carolina.
C．Anchorage, Alaska.	D．Washington, D. C..

2. What can we learn about traveling in Savannah?

A．Travelers can often see wildlife in the parks.

B．Travelers can watch a performance of ballet.

C．Travelers have to take a self-guided tour to travel.

D．Travelers often take pictures at a bus stop bench.

3. The passage is probably taken from a __________.

A．novel

B．travel magazine

C．story

D．research

【推荐3】Birmingham Writers Group welcomes members from all walks of life from the West Midlands-we’re a the mixed group, and we always enjoy new views. We’ll support each other’s writing, and provide constructive and critical advice during our group meetings which take a variety of forms. All we require is that our members are regular writers and that they treat each other with respect.

What we write

Our current membership features many fiction writers with a little knowledge of poetry for good measure, but we’re open to non-fiction writers too; fiction with a small length is the work of choice, but we also cover radio plays and screenplays. We do ask any material read out at our meetings should be suitable for diverse audiences. Furthermore, we welcome second language writing but we’re not equipped to teach writing if you’re only just starting out.

When we meet

We generally meet twice monthly. After the official meetings, some members might go to a nearby pub for a chat. We also arrange additional social evenings elsewhere. Because we’re a private group with no external funding, we have to rely on some membership fees. However, you may attend two meetings at no charge to determine whether the group is suitable for you. A per-meeting attendance fee of & 5 is asked when you attend a third meeting.

So if you like what you’ve read here, please contact us and we’ll let you know when the next meeting will be and how to join. We do not wish to miss potential members out; welcome to talk to us if you have difficulty participating.

1. What kind of writing does Birmingham Writers Group prefer?

A．Original plays.

B．Works in foreign languages.

C．Short stories.

D．Poems for diverse audiences.

2. What do we know about the meeting?

A．It is held in pubs.

B．It offers any material.

C．It is a monthly event.

D．It provides free trials.

3. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To introduce a group.

B．To find new members for a group.

C．To call for contributions to a group.

D．To advertise a group meeting of writers.

【推荐1】Job description

• Teaching group ESL lessons online to Chinese kids 5-15 years old.

• Group classes from 3 or more (12 to 25) students are available for exceptional teachers with an excellent internet connection and computer hardware.

• A variety of courses available including Phonics, Science, STEM, etc.

• Work from anywhere with a computer and stable internet connection

• Set classes semester by semester and allow you to see your students’ progress

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or above

• Must be a holder of TEFL/TESOL/CELTA or a valid teaching license

• Minimum 1-year teaching experience or ESL experience

• Wired, high-speed internet connection

• Responsible, good communication skills and easy-going

Work schedule:

Below times are all in Beijing Time (GMT+8)

Availability within the times shown below would be required

Mon-Fri: Between 5 pm-9 pm   Sat-Sun: Between 8:30 am- 9 pm

Term of the contract:

At BlingABC, classes are arranged by semesters, so are the contracts offered to teachers. There are generally 4 semesters: Spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Each semester will come with a contract of different starting date and there will also be differences in the booking rate. Summer and Winter are the most popular semester with more bookings

Now we need teachers for the coming summer semester (starts in July).

1. What can you do in the job?

A．Learning computer skills.

B．Teaching children ESL lessons.

C．Studying different language courses.

D．Ensuring students’ progress in language.

2. If you want to apply for the job, you should ________.

A．have a valid teaching license

B．speak both English and Chinese

C．have rich online teaching experience

D．make the same contract in different semesters

3. What’s the purpose of the passage?

A．To promote language courses.

B．To introduce Bling ABC group.

C．To make a summer plan for children.

D．To hire some online English teachers.

【推荐2】＂I want a phone!" said Myrna.

＂I'm sure you do," said her dad.

＂No, Dad. You don't understand. I really, really, really want a phone."

＂And I really, really, really want a boat. It's not going to happen."

Myrna and her dad were stuck in traffic. To her, it seemed like they were always stuck in traffic. When he took her to school in the morning-traffic. When he picked her up in the afternoon-traffic. Go to the bank, the grocery, a birthday party, and what felt like ten hours of traffic was what they got.

She was bored, because traffic was boring. And when she was bored, she wanted things. Right now, she wanted a phone. She wasn't sure if her dad understood that. She would have to tell him again.

＂I WANT A PHONE."

＂NO."

＂What if I got stuck in a cave?"

＂What?" asked her dad, trying not to laugh.

＂What if I had a little cat and the cat ran away, and I had to run after it. What if the cat ran into a cave, and I ran after the kitten, and in the cave there was a bear, and the bear trapped me, and-"

＂And then you were stuck in the cave."

Myrna nodded the way she did when she won an argument, but her dad wasn't through fighting. ＂Is this a mother bear? I hear they are the fiercest."

＂Yes. It's a mother bear, and she's very upset, and she's going to eat me unless I have a phone to call for help."

＂If it's a mother bear, then you can use her phone. Everyone knows that mums always carry

phones."

Dad was laughing as he said this. Myrna didn't think it was very funny. She slammed her hand down on the door of the car as hard as she could, which wasn't very hard. Now she was angry.

＂If I had a phone, I could play games on it!"

＂If I had a boat, I could eat steaks on it. That doesn't mean I'm getting one."

＂No, but I mean..." Myrna spluttered(结巴). When she was very angry, she spluttered. It was embarrassing. "If I could play games, I wouldn't be so bored when we were in traffic. I wouldn't bother you!"

＂I don't mind being bothered. I like talking to you."

＂Then I won't say anything at all!"

Dad smiled quietly to himself. "I'm going to call Mum to let her know we'll be late." He reached into his pocket. "Oh! My battery's dead."

＂You know... if I had a phone, I could call Mum," said Myrna.

＂Nice try."

Myrna smiled. She wasn't getting a phone, but she knew she was right, and that was almost as good.

1. Myrna wanted a phone because ____

A．her dad had a boat

B．the traffic was always busy

C．she missed her mother

D．the phone could be useful to her

2. Myrna talked of her being stuck in a cave to show that ____

A．she wanted to play in the cave

B．her imagination was great

C．she was in need of a phone

D．her dad didn't pay attention to her

3. Myrna was angry because ____

A．she couldn't believe her dad

B．her dad didn't meet her requirement

C．she didn't want to bother her dad

D．her dad was angry at her

【推荐3】Listening looks easy, yet hard to master. Don’t worry. Here we’ve collected four books to help you to be a good listener.

The Good Listener by James E. Sullivan

The book points out how our poor listening hurts others and how much we can heal（使……好受些）a person just by listening and understanding his/her feelings. It also gives suggestions on how we can improve our listening and how we can share so others will understand us better.

Just Listen by Mark Goulston

This book is about listening and giving responses. Just Listen is a good how-to guide to becoming a better face-to-face communicator. It reveals（揭露）how to make a powerful first impression, how to respond positively and more. If you deal with difficult people around you, this is a must-read for you to not only understand them but also make them feel understood.

Power Listening by Bernard T. Ferrari

Poor listening can lead to poor business decisions. The book focuses on corporate（团体的）listening. It’s great for anyone who leads groups through decision and design. The author offers a step-by-step guide to turn readers into active listeners.

The Lost Art of Listening by Michael P. Nichols

What is it that keeps so many of us from really listening? Nichols answers the question. The book is filled with real-world examples that show easy-to-learn techniques for becoming a better listener. The techniques enable us to break through misunderstandings and conflicts in our relationships.

1. Who gives helpful guides on listening and responding?

A．Mark Goulston	B．James E. Sullivan
C．Bernard T. Ferrari	D．Michael P. Nichols

2. Which book is useful to a general manager of a company?

A．Just Listen	B．Power Listening
C．The Good Listener	D．The lost Art of Listening

3. What do we know about the four books?

A．They are based on the author’s experience.

B．They are written in the same style.

C．They provide real-life stories.

D．They share the same theme.