It took me several years to realize that my black skin is beautiful and I have accepted the fact that indeed black is beautiful now. This skin I have been in for so many years determined my self worth.
I had so many factors “against” me in my mind when I was a little girl. I was a tall, thin, dark skinned girl with a gap tooth smile. Growing up, the only role model that I had was my mother, who has beautiful deep brown complexion (肤色). It’s amazing how I could find beauty in my mother’s complexion but not my own. One of the most outstanding memories of my childhood is the words “Oh, she is so cute for a dark skinned little girl.” People spoke as if I wasn’t in the room, as if I couldn’t hear.
From a young age, I felt ashamed that my black color wasn’t good enough, so I buried myself in books to stay away from the mirror. I knew that my education would and could take me further than my looks. I stopped watching TV, absorbed in my studies and I was happy with my decision. Now I have been admitted to my ideal Coppin State University, which is for black students and has a long history.
It wasn’t until I was at age 16 that I officially decided to fix my deep rooted issue about my dark complexion. I had been brainwashed to subscribe to the European standard of beauty for so many years. I no longer accept this standard, because I set my own. My black is beautiful including my full lips, the wideness of my nose, and the intensity (明亮) of my eyes. I believe that there are plenty of beautiful dark skinned women in the world.
1.When the author was young, she _____.
A. realized the importance of good memory
B. didn’t mind others saying she was black
C. accepted the European standard of beauty
D. didn’t think her mother was very beautiful
2.In childhood how did the author break away from not liking her looks?
A. She turned her attention to her studies.
B. She watched TV and read books.
C. She attended a school for black people.
D. She broke all her mirrors.
3.The author writes the text mainly to tell readers _____.
A. the change of her attitudes toward her complexion
B. varied standards of beauty in different periods
C. how her appearance helped her to succeed
D. why she thinks black skin is beautiful
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“It is obvious that China will climb up university rankings in the years to come.”This statement from Phil Baty, editor of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, lines up with China’s optimism that it will produce world-class universities. But there are still difficulties to overcome, experts say.
Universities from China’s mainland slipped in the 2011-2012 Times’ global rankings. Peking University dropped 12 places from last year to 49th, and Tsinghua University fell to 71st place. Among Asian universities, Peking is ranked No. 4 and Tsinghua No. 8.
A combination of factors determines rankings — research output, study environment, reputation and international outlook.
Due to China’s economic development, investment (投入) in education and research has increased, but the quality of education and research in Chinese academia seems not to have kept pace.
The gauge (判定标准) is the number of papers published in highly respected English-language journals, so while many papers are being produced in China, it appears not all are good enough to attract international attention.
Still, higher education in China is developing quickly, thanks in part to huge government investment. China spent an amount equal to 3.69 percent of GDP on education last year, according to Ministry of Finance data.
China has the largest and one of the fastest growing higher education systems in the world — 2,723 schools for 31 million students. Enrollment (入学人数) has increased more than four times from 2001 to 2011.
1.What’s Phil Baty’s attitude towards the future of Chinese universities?
A. Unconcerned. B. Uncertain.
C. Optimistic. D. Worried.
2.What was Peking University’s place in the 2010 Times’ global rankings?
A. No. 4. B. No. 37. C. No. 49. D. No. 59.
3.All the following are factors that determine a university’s ranking EXCEPT _____.
A. the quantity of its published papers
B. how good its study environment is
C. the number of its graduates
D. how well-known it is
4.What is the problem with papers produced in China?
A. Lack of variety.
B. Lack of quality.
C. Not being translated well.
D. Not being tested enough.
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Computer Technician (Part Time Student Helper)
· Government Department
· Flexible schedule
· Good opportunity for the young adults
Our client, a Government Department, is now looking for numbers of Part Time Computer Technicians to join their supporting team.
Job Responsibilities
· Responsible for answering queries to end users on the use of computer and electronic systems and facilities
· Provide general technical support to end users
·Handle, on regular health checks on equipment, reset problem terminals and reinstall software
Job Requirements:
·Diploma/ higher diploma in Computer Science or related discipline obtained from Hong Kong University / IVE or above
·Part-time experience in Customer Services and/or IT support is an advantage
· Good at verbal and written English, Cantonese and Mandarin
· With basic knowledge or experience in IT networking
· Good working attitude, energetic and self-motivated candidate is highly preferred
· Students in Year 1 and Year 2 are preferred
· Training will be provided
Attractive remuneration (报酬) package will be negotiated to the right candidate.
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Duration:
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Submitted: 12/04/2016
1.The main purpose of this passage is to_________.
A. advertise a job B. introduce a company
C. introduce a career D. advertise a course
2.The job has a lot of benefits EXCEPT________.
A. working in a government department
B. a high salary
C. flexible working plan
D. opportunities for young adults
3.If someone wants to apply for the job, he must________.
A. have graduated from IVE
B. have been trained before
C. be a student in Year 1
D. submit his applications by 12/04/2016
4.The job will be offered only to__________.
A. citizens from Hong Kong B. university students
C. computer technicians D. young people
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It goes without saying that human intelligence is very advanced as opposed to plants and other living creatures. People’s capacity to fully understand, reason, organize, solve problems, display emotional intelligence, learn, communicate and think abstractly is outstanding. It is believed to be much more emphasized (强调) nowadays, when bright folks are normally one level higher than everyone else.
Nowadays many people are of the view that a high intelligence quotient (IQ) is an excellent assistance in pulling through life. Statistics reveal that whatever activity enabling the brain to function and operate, no matter whether in the form of difficulties or other obstacles (障碍) that can be overcome by this specific body area, has a positive effect on it.
So every time you are making full use of your mind for right answers in a quick crossword or if you are answering difficult riddles, you might be, in fact, raising the probabilities of increasing your intelligence. You could play effective brain games like crosswords, chess, riddles, puzzles, Internet games, word games and other games. These are useful in raising your intelligence primarily because they let you think in a different way as you make an effort to uncover answers to certain problems. Aside from this, this form of brain training continually encourages the brain to function and widen its capacity to concentrate and learn.
Needless to say, you’ve to make sure that you make the most of these brain exercises by not cheating yourself. Lastly, if you progress to a much more complicated level, try your best to answer difficult problems with no hints or clues so that you are able to further force your brain to work on its own.
1.What does the first paragraph mainly talk about?
A. The benefits of thinking and other brain exercises.
B. The difference between mankind and other creatures.
C. The reasons for emphasizing human intelligence.
D. The high level of human intelligence.
2.According to the author, many people increase their IQ in order to _____.
A. be one level higher than others
B. deal with difficulties in life
C. play games such as riddles
D. enable the brain to function
3.According to the text, through continuous brain training, people can _____.
A. learn a certain skill quickly
B. become a confident person
C. communicate with others well
D. concentrate in their class
4.What does the author mainly advise in the text?
A. Making good use of brain exercises to increase your intelligence.
B. Playing brain games to prevent brain disease.
C. Solving difficult problems on your own.
D. Getting rid of Internet games.
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根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
1. One of the best things you can possibly do is to start your own club. It's great fun especially if you're the sort of person who feels there's never anything to do during the school holidays.
The first thing you need to come up with is an idea for your club. 2. Pets, clothes, pop music or dancing groups, sports, making things? The list is endless.
Next you need some friends to be in your club with you. 3. All you need is three or four other people who are interested in the same things as you.
4. You should all sit down somewhere together with lots of pieces of paper and write down every name you can think up. That will keep you busy for ages.
At your first meeting you should make up a rule book. And the very first rule should be no grown-ups or little/big brothers/sisters! The best clubs are always secret!
Now you have just about everything you need, except membership cards. These are very important and again you can spend a lot of time making them, 5.__________Why not leave some space [or a photo of yourself? That will make the membership card really look like it.
So there you are, get clubbing! Once you get started you'll think of loads of more interesting things to do!
A. That's easy.
B. Enjoy your own club
C. Invite a designer to join you.
D. What are you interested in?
E. Summer vacation is just around the corner.
F. Then you need to pick a name for your club.
G. Use bright thick pens to make a special design.
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完形填空
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
A little boy wanted to meet God. He thought it was a long trip to where God lived, _________he packed his suitcase with lots of food and drinks and he started his _________ .
When he had gone about three blocks, he _________an elderly man. The boy sat down next to him and _________his suitcase. He was about to take a drink when he noticed that the man looked _________， so he offered him a drink.
The man _________ it and smiled at the boy. His smile was so pleasant that the boy wanted to see it again, so he _________ him another one.
The man _________ smiled at him. They sat there all afternoon eating and smiling, but they never said a word.
As it grew dark, the boy _________it was time to leave, but before he had gone more than a few steps, he _________, ran back to the man, and gave him a hug. The man _________ him his biggest smile ever.
When the boy _________ home a short time later, his mother was surprised by the look of 53on his face. She asked him what made him so happy.
He replied, “I had lunch with God, and God’s got the most beautiful _________ I’ve ever seen!”
Meanwhile, the elderly man returned to his home. His son was _________ by the look of joy on his face and asked him the_________ question as the little boy’s mother. The elderly man replied, “I ate and drank in the park with God.” However, he_________, before his son responded, “You know, he’s much _________than I expected.”
Too often we underestimate the _________ of a touch, a smile, a kind word, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. We should treat the people we meet _________; they come into our lives for a reason. Embrace all equally!
1.A. if B. so C. but D. or
2.A. work B. study C. journey D. exploration
3.A. came across B. picked up C. learned from D. took away
4.A. hid B. opened C. examined D. ignored
5.A. worried B. anxious C. thirsty D. tired
6.A. refused B. avoided C. received D. accepted
7.A. lent B. bought C. made D. offered
8.A. again B. still C. only D. just
9.A. imagined B. realized C. announced D. pretended
10.A. played around B. sat around C. turned around D. got around
11.A. gave B. promised C. supplied D. begged
12.A. left B. called C. missed D. returned
13.A. joy B. confidence C. disappointment D. horror
14.A. drink B. food C. face D. smile
15.A. sad B. nervous C. amazed D. excited
16.A. same B.strange C. unique D. unusual
17.A. replied B. added C. reminded D. thought
18.A. braver B. shorter C. younger D. cleverer
19.A. power B. quality C. favor D. difficulty
20.A. differently B. proudly C. calmly D. kindly
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语法填空
阅读下面的材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的适当形式。
Act one of Pygmalion tells us how the main characters of this play, Eliza Doolittle, Professor Higgins and Colonel Pickering had their 1._____(fate) meetings while 2._________(shelter) from a heavy rain outside a theater in London, England in 1914.
Eliza Doolittle was 3._______ poor flower girl. When she tried to sell her flowers to a gentleman, her terrible English 4.______(catch) Professor Higgins’ attention. Professor Higgins, an expert in phonetics, could place a person by his / her5._____ (remark). He convinced that the quality of a person’s English decides his / her social position.
In his opinion, once educated to speak 6.______(proper), Eliza Doolittle could pass 7._____(her) off in three months 8.___ a duchess at an ambassador’s garden party and perhaps she could even work as a lady’s maid or a shop assistant.
Colonel Pickering, an officer in the army, 9.____ had studied many Indian dialects himself, came to England 10._____( make) the acquaintance of Professor Higgins.
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单词拼写。根据下列句子及所缺单词的汉语意思，写出单词的正确形式。
1.There were 1200 (申请) for the job.
2.The film was a (商业的) success.
3.But they (背叛) themselves every time they open their mouths.
4.After a few years of practice, he became very (熟练的)at drawing.
5.An old man in (破旧的) clothes came to the door.
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词组填空。根据所给句子的意思，选用下列短语，用其正确形式完成句子。
| pay off call up convenience expect get through |
1.This old photo memories of my childhood.
2.Finally, all my five children high school and college.
3.He the debt of his friend.
4.Come to see me tomorrow if it is to you.
5.The latest film didn't come up to my .
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短文改错
短文中共有10处错误，每句最多有两处错误，每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏词符号（∧），并在此符号下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：只允许修改10处，多者（从11处起）不记分。
May I have you attention please? I have a little things to tell you. When you have a class here in the language lab, please be here a little early. Change your shoes before enter the lab. Don't bring anything here except your textbooks. When you are into, please don't touch these machine without permission. Always do as the teacher tell you to. In class you should only speak the English, not Chinese.
Recorders can be used make a copy of the listening materials. When class over, turn off your machines and leave the lab one by one.
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