1 . 
Q: Should I target my Application to a specific Job Opening (JO)?
A: Yes. Naturally, a customized cover note will also help you focus on the key aspects of your Application that relate to the JO, but it is also in your interest to target the Application according to the responsibilities and competencies of the position.
Q: What’s the difference between duties and achievements?
A: Duties describe the specific responsibilities of your job. They accurately reflect what you are doing or have done in each of your previous jobs. In other words, it is the “what you do” of your job. Achievements describe in specific terms “how well” you did in your job.
Q: Many of my achievements are team-based, how do I draft them in my Application?
A: You should include your team-based achievements in your Application. Indicate that you were part of a team, and describe your specific role in reaching the goal.
FAQs on general Application guidelines
Q: Can I save my Application?
A: Yes. You should save your Application when you make changes and/or update it. It is recommended that you save different versions of your Application in Word format and then edit the Application online according to the post for which you are applying.
Q: Can I update my Application to apply for a new JO?
A: Yes. Each time you apply for a new JO, we recommend that you review your Application and update it, if appropriate, or target it to better reflect your suitability for the new JO. Your updates will not affect the content of Applications previously submitted against other JOs.
Q: Must I use up all the available characters in each section of my Application?
A: No. In fact, doing so may result in an unnecessary lengthy Application. Unless you have an enormous range of experiences, there is no reason to use up all the space given. Applicants are encouraged to list their duties and achievements in a clear and brief manner.
| A．I’ve developed various interests, ranging from oil painting to designing model. |
| B．I’m good at creating proposals for new product ideas aimed at a specific market. |
| C．I’m in charge of the clearance, production and distribution of information material. |
| D．I succeeded in directing a video presentation, assisting our group to win the first prize. |
| A．target your focus on your interest in the JO |
| B．save your latest application in Word format |
| C．prepare one application with all your competencies |
| D．update your application to match new requirements |
| A．introduce what JOs they have previously applied to |
| B．list the greatest achievements they have made in detail |
| C．give key information about their experiences and achievements |
| D．provide the results of their tests, assessments and examinations |
| A．Being generous. | B．Listing household duties. |
| C．Following the roommate’s advice. | D．Establishing rules. |
| A．To push him or her to clean it next time. | B．To prevent friction. |
| C．To go through a hard time gracefully. | D．To show your kindness. |
| A．Doing time machine experiments is unsafe. |
| B．Nobody can bear the loud sound at late night. |
| C．Communication is key to living together in peace. |
| D．It is better to keep awkward experiences as a secret. |
3 . Whether you are attracted by landscapes or the after-effects of weather, there are photo opportunities everywhere. The following photography tips from photographers will help you shoot your best shot.
Get to know your subject and their habitsTake time to get to know your local wildlife before shooting, and you might just capture something truly special. Try to shoot from the perspective of the animal you are filming. Resist the urge to just point and click — take the time to observe local wildlife and you will see the rewards in your photos.
Capture details in a close-upGoing in close can bring some fascinating rewards in nature photography. Zooming (聚焦) into plants with frost or picking up water drops on a spider’s web can help show the beauty we might miss in everyday life. If you’re zooming in on one particular subject, such as a bee landing on a flower, you could end up with soft-focus objects in the background to create added interest.
Shoot photos at best time of dayThere are no hard and fast rules when it comes to timing, and a shadow or lots of natural sunlight can produce great results — it’s just best to avoid extremes. Too much bright light hitting your camera lens (镜头) sensor will result in an overexposed photo with little detail, while a dark sky full of stars might provide too much contrast between the background and the subject you are taking pictures of.
Capture sharp, clear imagesAlthough the delete button can be your best friend, a few things will help you avoid unclear images. Keeping the camera stable is key, whether that’s through a solid pose as you stand ready to shoot or using a support. A self-timer can also be a handy tool for keeping your hands away from dials and settings once you have chosen your shot.
1. Which of the following is the benefit of “zooming in” in shooting?| A．It may be an aid to capture the delicate beauty in daily life. |
| B．It may be helpful to avoid overexposing photos with little detail. |
| C．It may bring about deleting the background to create added interest. |
| D．It may contribute to focusing on several particular subjects at a time. |
| A．Chase the running rabbit when shooting. | B．Follow his instinct when shooting. |
| C．Shoot in bright daylight at midday. | D．Use a stable stand when shooting. |
| A．at a wedding ceremony | B．while visiting an art gallery |
| C．on an excursion to the countryside | D．while walking on the street in a city |
| A．Typing his presentation. | B．Overcoming anxiety. |
| C．Attending job interviews. | D．Critiquing his speech. |
5 . Is an electric vehicle right for you?
Many people will ask themselves that question for the first time this year. Prices are falling, battery range is rising and mainstream brands are adding new EVs at a breakneck pace.
Here are three things anybody seriously considering buying an EV should know:
1. The price to install a 240v charger
Anybody who owns an electric vehicle needs a 240-volt charger at home. With one, you can recharge overnight, so you start every day with the equivalent of a full tank.
Just a few years ago, home 240v EV chargers cost $2,500-$3,000, including installation, but prices have declined as competition grows with the number of EVs on the road.
2. The time it takes to charge
About 80% of miles driven in EVs are powered by electricity charged at home, but you’ll need to charge elsewhere occasionally. That’s when charging time becomes a big deal, but how long it takes depends on a couple of factors.
First, voltage from the charger. Getting 250 miles of range in seven hours from a 240v charger is fine when you’re charging overnight at home, but it’s a deal breaker if you’re going 300 miles for a weekend getaway. In that case, you’ll want to look for a 400v DC fast charger. They’re not as common as 240v public chargers yet, but they’re becoming more widespread.
There’s another factor: the on-board charger. It regulates how fast the battery can accept electricity. A vehicle with a higher-capacity on-board charger accepts electricity faster.
3. Where to charge
Good route-planning apps will help you find chargers on a road trip.
“Most people have no idea how many public charging stations are within, say, a 10-or 15-mile radius(半径) because they’re small, people don’t look for them or even don’t know what to look for, and they’re rarely signposted,” said journalist John Voelcker, who has studied EVs and charging exhaustively.
4. On the horizon
If an EV doesn’t meet your needs now, watch this space. They’re coming closer, but large numbers of gasoline vehicles will remain in production for years. Beyond that, companies will keep making spare parts for oil-burners for decades.
1. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?| A．The price of installing a home EV charger has remained stable in the past few years. |
| B．It’s quite easy to identify the public charging stations with the help of striking signposts. |
| C．Popular brands are introducing new EVs at an incredibly fast rate. |
| D．An electric vehicle can’t provide the same amount of energy as a completely filled fuel tank. |
| A．give up the plan to purchase an EV |
| B．make space for an EV |
| C．find an alternative to EV |
| D．keep an eye out for future developments |
| A．illustrate the factors charging time depends on |
| B．offer advice on purchasing an electric vehicle |
| C．look forward to the future of electric vehicles |
| D．explain the reason for the falling prices of electric vehicles |
6 .
Can you stand on one leg for 10 seconds? Balance could be a matter of life and death. The World Health Organization estimates that 684,000 fatal falls occur each year, making falling the second leading cause of unintentional injury death. Some of these falls are caused by more serious conditions -but many aren’t. According to George Locker, a long-term practitioner of tai chi, a loss of balance is a medical problem that can’t be treated with drugs or surgery, despite its effects. Increasingly,efforts are being made to remedy(补救) the balance problem among the groups already most affected by it. Tai chi,practiced by an estimated 50 million people in China,is an option. Studies have shown that as little as eight weeks of practice can improve older adults’scores on the Tinetti test —a commonly used measure of competence in basic tasks such as rising from a chair and walking—as well as reducing fear of falling. Longer periods of study show further benefits. Whatever activity you choose the lesson is to work on your balance before you need to. not after it becomes an issue. As Locker puts it everyone’s told to save money for their retirement and nobody’s taught to save their balance. But both are difficult to get back once they’re gone. | Just 15 minutes a day of practice can be beneficial, but do more if you have time Starting earlier helps: try the exercises below on a hard, level surface. |
Easy Level: Standing on one leg—with your hands resting on a work surface if you' re feeling unsteady — see how long you can maintain your balance. Do this one while you’re brushing your teeth. | |
Medium Level: For this movement, start from standing and take a big step forwards, bending your front leg until your trailing knee just brushes the floor. Then push off your front leg and return to a standing position. | |
Hard Level: Try step-ups on to a step or box: put one foot on to a box and push through that heel to step up so both feet end up together. To ensure you aren’t using your trailing leg to help ,keep your toes off the ground on that foot. |
| A．It is costly to get treated with drugs and surgery. |
| B．It is a minor issue that doesn’t affect one’s overall health. |
| C．It is a problem without any medical solution. |
| D．It is a problem that can be easily fixed by exercising. |
A． | B． | C． | D． |
| A．Balance is the top leading cause of sudden death from injuries. |
| B．It is essential for those affected by balance issues to seek help. |
| C．Taichi is the most effective way to improve one’s balance. |
| D．It is wiser to work on balance as early as possible. |
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1. If Mike is considering developing a tax-efficient retirement strategy, which tip can he turn to for reference?
| A．Tip #10. | B．Tip #23. | C．Tip #40. | D．Tip #85. |
| A．An app. | B．A book. | C．A website. | D．A company. |
| A．To give investment advice to anyone planning to retire. |
| B．To provide a free guide on retirement planning to everyone. |
| C．To seek potential customers who are interested in retirement planning. |
| D．To offer a special bonus report on maximizing Social Security benefits for retirement. |
| A．By reading some bestsellers. | B．By challenging the authorities. |
| C．By making friends with celebrities. | D．By frequenting some local pubs. |
| A．A teacher speaking via a microphone. |
| B．A child telling his nursery life honestly. |
| C．An employee for fear of offending others. |
| D．An actor performing a comedy skillfully. |
| A．True thoughts are likely to attract people. |
| B．Charms always come from strange things. |
| C．Unconfident people can’t be interesting. |
| D．People tend to believe what they hear. |
9 . 
The UK doesn’t have the best reputation regarding food waste. Luckily, it’s easy to learn how to change these unsustainable habits, so that you can easily reduce unnecessary waste and save a pretty penny.
1. Plan your meals
When you don’t have a clear idea of what you want to eat, it’s easy to pick up more than you need, especially when items are on offer. It might seem like a great short-term option, but it can cause you to spend much more money in the long term, resulting in unnecessary food waste.
Planning your meals for the week in advance can be a great way to avoid this issue altogether. Work out what you plan to eat and when, and how much. Whether you’re shopping online or in- person, you can get only what you need — both saving your money and reducing the potential for food waste.
2. Store your products correctly
There are many tips that can help to keep produce fresh. For example, potatoes, carrots and other root vegetables last longest if they are kept in the dark. Fresh fruit and vegetables, like grapes, shouldn’t be kept with ethylene-producing products (including bananas and apples) as they make other fresh produce ripen and rot more quickly.
You can also find many ways to keep food by using water. For example, store half cut vegetables, such as carrots, potatoes, in water in the fridge, to help them last longer than if they were stored dry.
3. ____________________
Almost three quarters of food wasted could still be eaten, meaning that the food is not spoiled, and is fine for consumption.
Many people aren’t aware “best before” dates are suggestions, rather than rules. In contrast, however, the “use by” date refers to the last date a food is fit for consumption, and should be watched carefully for safety. When it comes to consuming food, use your senses: look at and smell the food. If it smells good and looks fine, the produce is more than likely completely fit to be eaten and enjoyed.
1. The passage is intended to _________.| A．instruct the public to preserve food |
| B．offer tips on planning meals in advance |
| C．help people develop some sustainable habits |
| D．change the UK’s reputation as a big food waster |
| A．To avoid food waste, shopping online and in person. |
| B．To make fresh food ripen more quickly, keep them with bananas. |
| C．To avoid waste, don’t throw away any food after the “use by” date. |
| D．To keep potatoes longer, cut them into halves and store them in dark. |
| A．Save your money | B．Enhance your food consumption |
| C．Use your sense | D．Follow your “best before” date |
| A．Alice should raise her voice. | B．Alice has to set a good example. |
| C．Her son needs a new watch. | D．Her son has to work hard. |
