1 . 54-year-old Abdul has a special job. He has been working as a living statue for over three decades, standing perfectly still for six hours a day and resisting people’s attempts to make him move or smile, anything that proves he is a living person.

Abdul, known as “India’s Statue Man”, has been performing his daily routine ever since 1985, soon after getting a job as a security guard. His boss had recently traveled to the UK, where he was so impressed by the statue-like members of the Royal Guard outside Buckingham Palace that he wanted to do something similar back home. So he had his guards receive three months of training, where they would sit perfectly still for around four hours. They weren’t allowed to talk or smile, eat, drink, or even shoo away a fly if it sat on their faces. In the end, Abdul proved the best of the group, so he got the strange job.

Abdul isn’t the only person in the world acting as a living statue, but what makes him special is the fact that he can do it for as long as six hours without even blinking his eyes. Once, a $ 155 prize was put up for anyone who can make him move a muscle. But try as they might, no one has ever succeeded. Actually, Abdul tries to move about as much as he can in his spare time, and only eats healthy home-cooked food, to keep his body in shape. But he claims yoga has been the biggest help. In the 32 years, Abdul has become a celebrity in India and other Asian countries. Many Bollywood celebrities have come to witness this living statue and try to finally make him move, but none have succeeded.

Abdul earns about 10,000 rupees ($ 156) a month, which is enough to support his family, but definitely not enough to encourage his children to follow in his footsteps. It’s just too stressful and taxing on the body. “Despite all the hardship and health problems, I love my job and I am thankful to people for the love and respect they have showered on me” he says, “When the time comes, I want to die playing a statue.”

1. Why could Abdul get the strange job given by his boss?

A．He had his special ambition.	B．He was most familiar with the job.
C．He knew the boss more than others.	D．He stood out among the group.

2. What does Abdul do when he is free?

A．He eats a lot of snacks.	B．He tries his best to move around.
C．He cooks for his family.	D．He practices yoga for 12 hours a day.

3. How does Abdul feel about his job according to the text?

A．It’s satisfying.

B．It’s overpaid.

C．It’s boring.

D．It’s instructive.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When will the woman present?

A．On September 7.

B．On September 8.

C．On September 9.

2. What did Rachel and Sam ask about?

A．The time of the meeting.

B．The information on the hotel.

C．The change of the schedule.

3. How will the man get everyone to know the details of the meeting?

A．By phone.

B．By e-mail.

C．By letter.

4. What will the woman do in the morning?

A．Write several reports.

B．Meet Rachel and Sam.

C．Prepare her lunch.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When is the deadline for the report?

A．10:00 a. m.

B．8:00 p. m.

C．00:00

2. What’s the woman’s attitude towards the finance department?

A．Angry.

B．Understanding.

C．Grateful.

3. What are the speakers going to do in case of a mistake?

A．Write correct figures by hand.

B．Attach a note to the report.

C．Have the report retyped.

4. What’s the woman going to start with?

A．The amount of the products.

B．The sales of the products.

C．The costs of the products.

4 . If you are thinking about asking for a raise in salary, there are several things to keep in mind. First, consider whether you deserve a higher salary.     1     Sit down and make a list of your job accomplishments. Be as specific as possible. For example, think about important projects you have worked on, things you have done to improve the organization of work in your department, or how your efforts have brought more money to the company. Also include any professional development opportunities you have taken advantage of recently and be ready to explain how they have improved your performance on the job.       2       Bear in mind that salary levels are based not only on performance but also on the market for your particular skills. Before you ask for a raise, you need to do some research. You should investigate the industry standards for salaries for people in similar positions with similar levels of experience.     3     Your initial request should actually be slightly higher than the amount you want in order to leave some room for negotiation. Then, if you have to go lower than this amount, you still end up with something close to what you want.

    4     If you have recently been given new responsibilities, it makes sense to ask for a higher level of compensation. On the other hand, if the company is going through financial difficulties, a request for more money will probably not be met with a favorable response. It would be better to wait until the company is in a better financial position. Finally, never give personal reasons for wanting a higher salary. Your need to pay your child's college tuition or buy a bigger house is of no concern to your boss.     5     That is where you need to keep the conversation.

A．This will help you determine what would be a reasonable amount of money to ask for.

B．Skills play a key role in your salary level.

C．A crucial point is the timing of your request.

D．Everyone is eager for a raise in salary.

E．You probably do, but you should be able to explain exactly why to your boss.

F．Your salary level should be based on professional considerations alone.

G．Then you will be better prepared when you meet with your boss.

5 . Though many people think of summer as a time to slow down and enjoy a vacation, it can also be the perfect time to make money or get experience. Here are some good summer jobs for you.

Survey-taking

Survey-taking is a way to make money during your summer holiday, especially if you live in an area that doesn’t have many chances. With a computer or smartphone, you can sit on your sofa and search for survey sites such as Surveys On The Go, InboxDollars or Swagbucks. Without much effort, you can start making money for your opinions. However, the ease of use comes with a low earning potential.

Food Delivery(递送)

If you enjoy driving, you can use your car to deliver food. You can sign up to deliver food from restaurants with services such as Uber Eats, DoorDash and Grubhub. Another choice is delivering daily used goods with services such as Postmates, Shipt and Instacart. The earning potential for delivery can be higher than for other jobs because customers often give tips. The disadvantage is that these jobs require you to put in more time.

Photo Applications

If you go to the mall, you can use an app such as Field Agent or Gigwalk to make money by taking pictures of products in stores. See any help-wanted signs in the store windows? Take a picture and get paid for each one you find.

House Sitting and Pet Care

Summer is a time when people take vacations and may need someone to look after their homes or pets. Services such as HouseSitter and MindMyHouse connect homeowners with proper house sitters(看房人). For animal lovers who would rather care for someone’s pet while they are away, you can turn to services like Rover.

1. What do we know about making money through Survey-Taking?

A．It’s interesting.	B．It requires little effort.
C．It takes much time.	D．It requires special knowledge.

2. Why is the earning potential for Food Delivery higher than for other jobs?

A．You can get some extra reward.

B．You work longer hours.

C．You need to drive your own car.

D．You deliver food for many people.

3. Which app should you use if you enjoy looking after animals?

A．Swagbucks.

B．Uber Eats.

C．HouseSitter.

D．Rover.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What’s the relationship between the speakers?

A．Co-workers.

B．Salesman and customer.

C．Employer and employee.

2. Who does the man think will get a higher salary?

A．Those who have a lot of experience.

B．Those who can work 30 hours a week.

C．Those who can speak a second language.

7 . What does the man want to be?

A．A computer programmer.

B．A newspaper editor.

C．A sales manager.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the man call the woman?

A．To ask for help.

B．To offer a job.

C．To suggest a shop.

2. How much is the woman paid by the hour?

A．￡4.

B．￡4.50.

C．￡5.

3. Where does the woman usually eat her lunch?

A．In the shop.

B．At home.

C．In a park.

9 . Which department does the man work in?

A．The sales department.

B．The finance department.

C．The marketing department.

10 . 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the man think of Lucy's taking flying lessons?

A．Inspiring.

B．Surprising.

C．Exciting.

2. What is Lucy?

A．A nurse.

B．A pilot.

C．A doctor.

3. What does the man advise the woman to do?

A．Teach in a college.

B．Start her own restaurant.

C．Teach an Italian cooking class.

4. What is the relationship between the speakers?

A．Husband and wife.

B．Brother and sister.

C．Teacher and student.