1 . People duck responsibility for reasons ranging from simple laziness or a fear of failure, through to a sense of feeling frightened by the scale of a problem or a situation. Whatever the reason, if people fail to take responsibility, they’ll fail in their jobs, they’ll fail their teams, and they’ll fail to grow as individuals. All of this makes it important to address the issue.

Signs of not being responsible

There are several signs to watch out for. These include:

Lacking interest in their work, and in the well-being of the team

Blaming others for mistakes and failures

Missing deadlines

Avoiding challenging tasks and projects, and not taking risks

Regularly complaining about unfair treatment by team leaders and members and engaging in self-pity

Avoiding being dependent on others for work, advice and instructions

Lacking trust in team members and leaders

Ways to encourage responsibility

Start by talking

Your first step is to talk to the individuals concerned. Are there circumstances that are contributing to the situation, or problems that you can deal with?

Communicate roles, responsibilities and objectives

Your people need to know clearly what their roles and responsibilities are. Ensure that you have an up-to-date job description for each team member, and be as detailed as possible about every responsibility that they have.

Re-engage people

Your people will be more engaged if their work is supported with their values. Talk to them to find out what they are. Then, illustrate how their daily tasks and responsibilities go with those values.

Give plenty of praise

Finally, be sure to give your people plenty of praise when they do take responsibility. And help them improve by providing them with regular, effective and fair feedback.

1. What will happen if John fails to take responsibility?

A．He can complete his jobs.

B．His teams may suffer.

C．His growth will continue.

D．He will lose his life.

2. Which is the sign of John’s irresponsibility?

A．“It’s not my fault.”

B．“I’ll have it completed tomorrow.”

C．“It’s tough, but I can manage it.”

D．“I need resources to solve the problem. ”

3. What will you do first ifyour team members lacks responsibility?

A．Let him know their specific tasks.

B．Get them to find out the values of work.

C．Praise them for their good jobs.

D．Have a chat with him to find out problems.

2 . 某英文网站发起对优良品质的讨论，请你以“责任意识”为话题写一篇短文，主要内容是关于对家庭、国家和世界三个方面应承担的责任。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文流畅；
3. 开头已给出，不计入词数。

Whether it is for the home, the country or the world, we should place a high value on responsibility.

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3 . Facial expressions give away whether someone is being honest

Wouldn’t the world be such a simple place if someone’s nose really grew when they told a lie? Then we wouldn’t have to spend so much time trying to determine whether people are telling the   truth. Luckily, there are scientific ways to tell if someone is being honest by judging from their facial expressions.     1    .

They’re holding the right amount of eye contact.

Eyes have the power to be extremely telling at times, particularly when it comes to whether people are telling the truth or not. When I think about it,     2    , but it turns out the opposite is true.

Their rate of blinking doesn’t change.

Stay to the eyes for a moment — blinking is a very easy way to detect if someone is telling you the truth. Those who are being honest will maintain a consistent rhythm of blinking as they’re speaking to you.     3    , and then the blinking speed will increase up to eight time faster than normal after the lie has been told.

You haven’t noticed them touching their nose.

    4    . Are they reaching up and touching their nose as they’re speaking? Nose touching is a sign of lying. This is because certain tissues in the nose usually swell when a person is telling   a lie, making the nose itch. If the person hasn’t been touching their nose at all, take this as a good sign.

    5    .

A fake smile could mean something is up. Liars have an “increased activity of the ‘zygomatic major muscles’, located around the mouth,” and it can force the face into a fake smile.

A．There’s no fake smile in sight

B．Watch the person’s hands

C．Blinking fast is a way to give away one’s lying

D．I assume liars would have a difficult time holding eye contact

E．You have notice there’s a fake smile in their faces

F．Here are some ways to tell if someone is telling you the truth

G．Oppositely, a liar will blink more slowly when they’re telling a lie

4 . A merchant wanted to purchase a good-looking camel in the market and after spotting one began to bargain for it with the seller! There was a long bargain between the merchant and the camel seller, and finally the merchant bought the camel and took it home!

On reaching home, the merchant called his servant to take out the camel’s saddle. Under the   saddle, the servant found a small velvet bag which upon opening revealed him to be full of precious diamonds! The servant shouted, “Boss, you bought a camel, but look what came with it for free!”

The Merchant was also surprised when he saw diamonds in his servant’s hands which were shining and twinkling even more in the sunlight! The Merchant said: “I have bought a camel and not the diamonds, I should return it immediately!”

The servant was thinking in his mind “How stupid my boss is! Nobody will know who the owner is!”

However, the merchant did not listen to him and immediately reached the market and returned the velvet bag to the shopkeeper.

The camel seller was very happy and said, “I had forgotten that I had hidden my precious diamonds under the saddle. Now you choose any one diamond!”

The Merchant said, “I have paid the right price for the camel, so I do not need any gift and prizes!”

The more the merchant was refusing, the more the camel seller was insisting. Finally, the merchant smiled and said: “In fact, when I decided to bring back the bag, I had already kept two of the most precious diamonds with me!”

After this declaration, the camel seller was infuriated and he quickly emptied the bag and began to count his diamond! But after he counted with a heavy sigh of relief, he said “These are all my diamonds, so what were the two most precious ones that you kept?”

The Merchant said: “My honesty and my self-respect.”

1. If the servant had bought the camel, what would he have done?

A．Giving them to his master.

B．Returning the diamonds.

C．Pocketing the diamonds.

D．Dividing them with his boss.

2. Why did the seller ask the merchant take one diamond?

A．He thought he should reward him.

B．He regretted he had bargained with him.

C．He knew the he had made a big mistake.

D．He volunteered to lower the price.

3. What does the underlined word “infuriated” mean?

A．Content.

B．Funny.

C．Angry.

D．Happy.

5 . The virtue, responsibility, means a duty to complete a task, which can be either ______by someone else or even may have been created out of our own ______ and circumstances. It must be taken seriously and as a(n) ______ man, you should put your best efforts to ______the task to completion.

The sense of responsibility should be ______since the teenage years, as it is the best time to learn good habits and ______. Although there is no age to learn something new, it is again   the responsibility of teachers and parents to ______ their children to learn the ______ of responsibility from the beginning.

The responsibility of an individual may change with situation and ______. The significance of responsibility usually ______ with age. A student should learn to be a(n) ______ person for his school and home activities, not to make his parents ______, to set a good example for his younger siblings or juniors at school, to be responsible to the society and ______ and being a responsible citizen. A teacher is______responsible for leading the   students to the right path and to help them learn the values of life as well as the ______subject.

Now, some of you may be ______ what will happen if we do not fulfill those responsibilities. Will there be any ______ for not doing so? In that case, you will be ______and lose the purpose of living. It is because, to fulfill one’s responsibility, you may meet some difficult situations and while dealing with those ______times, you are actually learning important lessons and ______ of those challenging fights will definitely help you further.

1.

A．wrapped

B．assigned

C．evaluated

D．exposed

2.

A．reasons

B．plan

C．commitments

D．foundation

3.

A．decent

B．guilty

C．discouraged

D．innocent

4.

A．fetch

B．unfold

C．occupy

D．bring

5.

A．preserved

B．convinced

C．protected

D．instructed

6.

A．principles

B．cooperation

C．knowledge

D．culture

7.

A．force

B．guide

C．allow

D．cheat

8.

A．conditions

B．methods

C．virtue

D．integrity

9.

A．time

B．desire

C．forecast

D．leisure

10.

A．reduces

B．resigns

C．increases

D．harvests

11.

A．kind

B．elegant

C．reliable

D．incredible

12.

A．proud

B．unhealthy

C．violent

D．disappointed

13.

A．nation

B．hometown

C．school

D．family

14.

A．otherwise

B．likewise

C．merely

D．ever

15.

A．legal

B．concerned

C．tough

D．tiring

16.

A．imagine

B．forgive

C．suspecting

D．wondering

17.

A．punishment

B．fault

C．deadline

D．hope

18.

A．shocked

B．ashamed

C．scared

D．delighted

19.

A．strange

B．casual

C．tough

D．urgent

20.

A．conflict

B．entry

C．messages

D．outcomes

6 . Spending time outdoors has long been linked (联系) to better health. Gardening goes beyond just beautifying outdoor spaces—it can have a deep effect on our physical and mental (身心上的) health.

Gardening involves physical activity that works all the main muscle (肌肉) groups, which is helpful for overall health. “Activities such as digging, planting, weeding and harvesting require movement and can help to improve strength,” said Clayton, CEO of an online lawn care company. “Performing these activities regularly can help burn calories, and keep a healthy weight.”

Beyond burning calories and building muscle, lots of studies have shown that gardening can improve the immune system (免疫系统). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that people get at least 150 minutes of exercise each week, and gardening is listed as a suitable activity. Doing garden work for that time each week can reduce the risk of obesity, high blood pressure and heart disease. Additionally, spending time outdoors makes us get close to natural sunlight, which is important for vitamin D synth.

Gardening provides a chance for social connection, too. It can be a shared activity among family members, friends or neighbors, building relationships and a sense of belonging.

Gardening also offers cognitive (认知的) benefits. It excites the senses, improves focus and encourages problem-solving and creativity. It provides a chance to learn about plants, ecosystems and the environment, developing a deeper understanding and appreciation for nature.

1. What is Clayton’s attitude towards gardening?

A．Supportive.

B．Doubtful.

C．Unclear

D．Uncaring.

2. What does paragraph 3 mainly tell us about gardening?

A．It improves focus.	B．It is a waste of time.
C．It can keep a body in shape.	D．It helps to reduce the risk of diseases.

3. How does gardening affect social connection according to the text?

A．It contributes to creativity.	B．It encourages problem-solving.
C．It builds relationships between people.	D．It improves people’s awareness of safety.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．How to Start a Garden	B．Choose a Garden or Not
C．What Plants Grow Best in a Garden	D．Start Gardening and Get the Health Benefits

7 . Mental Health Apps

Although most mental health doctors probably wouldn’t advise people to spend more time with their cellphones, there are some apps that can turn screen time into time well-spent. These apps provide tools for people looking to improve their lives.

Stop, Breathe & Think

This app was created to teach meditation (冥想). Developed for adults, teens and kids, it is perfect when you’re troubled by emotions like anxiety, stress, sadness or anger. It guides you through the practice of stopping, calming your mind and body through breathing and then taking part in short meditation.

Cost: $9. 99 per month. Download here for Apple or Android.

Breatbe2Relax

Breathe2Relax teaches “belly breathing”, a technique that encourages full oxygen exchange, lowers the heart rate and helps reduce stress. This type of breathing can help people who are experiencing fear, anxiety or anger. The app features videos, reading materials and ways for users to track their progress.

Cost: Free. Download here for Apple or Android.

Productive

Productive is a simple app that helps you set goals and track your progress. It offers users help in breaking negative habits and forming healthier habits. Users can specify what time of day they want to begin an activity, for how long, and how often, and the app shows users their successful periods, sends them motivating reminders and records their growth.

Cost: Free. Download here for Apple or Android.

INSCAPE

Regardless of where you are, with INSCAPE, you can focus on the areas that you’re looking to improve. Depending on whether you’d like to sleep better, or be more efficient at work, INSCAPE will suggest a practice that will be most beneficial to your goals, including breathing exercises, meditation and more.

Cost: $12. 99 per month.

Download here for Apple. Come here for Android.

1. What do the first two apps have in common?

A．They can keep people calm.	B．They are intended for adults.
C．They cost their users nothing.	D．They record the users’ progress.

2. Which app is best for those who want to develop good habits?

A．Productive.	B．INSCAPE.
C．Breathe2Relax.	D．Stop, Breathe&Think

3. What is special about INSCAPE?

A．It provides more activities.	B．It has no time or space limitation.
C．It Is only available to Apple users.	D．It works depending on one’s particular needs.

8 . 安全对于每个人都是很重要的。中学生年龄较小，学生安全更是人们关注的焦点。请根据以下提示，写一篇关于学生安全的英语作文。内容提示：
1. 交通安全：遵守交通规则，不闯红灯等;
2. 食品安全：吃健康的食物，不吃垃圾食品等;
3. 活动安全：进行体育锻炼时，不要弄伤自己，不私自下河游泳。
注意：词数100左右。
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9 . I was nervous as I had never worked in a hospital before. However, my advisers were amazing and instantly put me _________ . From my first day, I realised that my highlighter pens were my most important _________ in understanding the information given in handover. Never did I know these pens would help make a real _________ to the care of one patient.

I was helping to look after Lily, who had _________ a total left hip (髋部) replacement. My adviser and I were _________ Lily for discharge (出院), but problems with her short-term memory meant she found it _________ to understand her prescribed medications (医嘱). Although we explained it, she was still _________ and became upset. To make it simpler, I decided to create an easy-to-understand medication _________ using my highlighter pens. I _________ all her medications, the amounts and the time of day. By spending just ten minutes creating something __________ to Lily, I made it.

When Lily received a follow-up call later, the nurse __________ a message from her, thanking me for my colour chart, which had helped her __________ . I was pleased by this: it was only a small act, but it made me realise how much the little things __________ and that you can never __________ patients fully understand what is being said. I am always happy to spend that extra few minutes to make sure a person understands what is fully __________ about their care.

1.

A．at peace

B．in trouble

C．in debt

D．at risk

2.

A．standard

B．knowledge

C．blessing

D．memory

3.

A．difference

B．appointment

C．promise

D．fortune

4.

A．conducted

B．expected

C．required

D．experienced

5.

A．blaming

B．preparing

C．challenging

D．praising

6.

A．difficult

B．meaningful

C．strange

D．funny

7.

A．nervous

B．curious

C．surprised

D．confused

8.

A．picture

B．chart

C．article

D．note

9.

A．monitored

B．listed

C．spared

D．changed

10.

A．natural

B．attractive

C．personal

D．similar

11.

A．checked in

B．turned away

C．held back

D．passed on

12.

A．accidentally

B．partly

C．greatly

D．casually

13.

A．cost

B．fade

C．continue

D．mater

14.

A．assume

B．predict

C．announce

D．conclude

15.

A．discussed

B．thought

C．informed

D．mentioned

10 . 假定你是李华，近期你发现看英文电影对你的英语学习很有帮助。得知外教Mr Smith是一个电影迷，你打算给他写一封信，请他为你推荐几部英文电影，内容包括：
1. 写信目的；
2. 阐述看英文电影给你带来的益处；
3. 期待回复。
注意：写作词数应为80左右。
Dear Mr Smith,
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Yours,

Li Hua