Practice

Practice answering interview questions and practice your responses to the typical job interview questions and answers most employers ask. Think of concrete examples you can use to highlight your skills.

Research

Do your homework about the employer and the industry so you are ready for the question what do you know about this company. 【2】 If you’re not sure of the name, call and ask ahead of the interview. Try to relate what you have learned about the company when answering questions.

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Make sure your interview dress is neat, tidy and appropriate for the type of firm you are interviewing with. Bring a nice folder with copies of your resume. Include a pen and paper for note taking.

Be On Time

【4】 Try to arrive at the interview on time. Being on time means five to ten minutes early. If necessary, take some time to drive to the interview location ahead of time.

Stay Calm

During the job interview try to relax and stay as calm as possible. 【5】 Maintain eye contact with the interviewer. Listen to the entire question (active listening) before you answer and pay attention.

Show What You Know

Try to relate what you know about the company when answering questions and use examples from your research when answering related questions.

A. Get Ready.

B. Check yourself.

C. Never be late for the interview.

D. Keep it in mind that actions speak louder than words.

E. Know the interviewer’s name and use it during the job interview.

F. However, invest a little time ahead of the interview and it will be much easier to handle.

G. Remember your body languages as much as your answers to the questions.

1.宽慰他；

2.给予改进学习的建议（至少两点）；

3.邀请周末去打篮球。

注意：

1.字数100字左右；

2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；

3.开头和结尾已给出，不计入字数。

参考词汇：宽慰comfort

Dear Mike，

I’m sorry to hear that you failed in the last exam._________________________________________________

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Hoping everything will be fine with you.

Yours

Li Hua

●Dress for success. Professional business clothes are always appropriate, regardless of the type of job you are applying for.

●Be there on time. Try to arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to be safe. Find out ahead of time where you're going and how long it will take you to get there. Drive or travel the route a day or two ahead, at the same time of day as you will on the day of the interview. 【1】 Have a backup（备用）plan.

●Let your personality shine. If you're excited about the job, don't be afraid to show it. Employers want passionate employees, so be yourself.

●Be confident. 【2】 But just don't let your nerves overpower your interview. Eye contact and a calm, clear speaking voice are excellent ways to show your confidence.

●Watch your body language. During your interview, relax and sit naturally, but don't slouch（没精打采地坐）in your chair or lean on the interviewer’s desk.

●Be polite. 【3】 Remember, this is your first introduction to the organization, so be polite to everyone you meet and turn off your cell phone.

●Listen and ask for clarification（阐明）, if you need it. Remember to listen carefully to the interview questions so that you can actually answer the questions, and never interrupt. 【4】

●Let them know what you have to offer. When answering the questions, let the employer see what you have to offer to his organization. Talk about your past. experiences and achievements honestly, and tie those experiences to how they can help you contribute to his organization.

●【5】 Although you want to be open and honest in your interview, avoid talking about your personal or financial problems.

A. Think before you speak.

B. Confirm how often the buses run.

C. This begins with a smile and a firm handshake.

D. If you believe in yourself, you will surely succeed.

E. Feeling nervous in an interview is perfectly normal.

F. Make sure you have enough to answer the questions.

G. If you don't understand something, just ask for explanation.

Different cultures emphasize (强调) the importance of relationship building to a greater or less degree. For example, business in some countries is not possible until there is a relationship of trust. Even with people at work, it is necessary to spend a lot of time in "small talk", usually over a glass of tea, before they do any job. In many European countries — like the UK or France — people find it easier to build up a lasting working relationship at restaurants or cafes rather than at the office.

Talk and silence may also be different in some cultures. I once made a speech in Thailand. I had expected my speech to be a success and start a lively discussion; instead there was an uncomfortable silence. The people present just stared at me and smiled. After getting to know their ways better, I realized that they thought I was talking too much. In my own culture, we express meaning mainly through words, but people there sometimes feel too many words are unnecessary.

Even within Northern Europe, cultural differences can cause serious problems. Certainly, English and German cultures share similar values; however, Germans prefer to get down to business more quickly. We think that they are rude. In fact, this is just because one culture starts discussions and makes decisions more quickly.

People from different parts of the world have different values, and sometimes these values are quite against each other. However, if we can understand them better, a multicultural environment will offer a wonderful chance for us to learn from each other.

【1】In some countries, eating together at restaurants may make it easier for people to ________.

A. get to know each otherB. share the same culture

C. keep each other companyD. develop closer relations

【2】The author mentions his experience in Thailand to show that ________.

A. the English prefer to make long speeches

B. even talk and silence can be culturally different

C. too many words are of no use

D. people from Thailand are quiet and shy by nature

【3】What would be the best title for the text?

A. How to Understand Each Other.

B. Multicultural Environment.

C. How to Build Up a Relationship.

D. Cross-Cultural Differences.

增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。

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： 1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；

2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

Dear Tricia,

I’ve come back home safely. Looked back on my stay in Britain, I felt so happy and satisfied.

The beautiful scenery and friendly people impressed on me a lot. I also benefit a lot from learning together with the local students. Much important, your help and kindness made it easier for me to have better understanding of British culture but adapt to the life there. So please accept my thank for the help you have given me. By the way, attached to the letter is the photos taken with you, which I believe will remind you about the happy time we spent together. We are expected to come to China soon. Looking forward to your reply.

1.目的：提升学生的创新意识；

2.展出作品：创意新颖的发明、设计及文学作品；

3.活动情况：同学们积极参加，活动很成功。

注意：1.词数100左右；

2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Dear Tom,

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【1】Proper diets,__________(结合) with plenty of exercise, contribute to his good health.

【2】He showed special ________(较喜欢) for playing with those plastic toys.

【3】Scientists have made many important __________(发现) in the last 50 years.

【4】These plants cannot _________(存活) in very cold conditions.

【5】Only when he ________(道歉) for his behavior will I speak to him again.

【6】Happiness and success often come to those who are good at ________(辨认出) their own strengths and weaknesses.

【7】From what he said I come to a __________(结论) that he is lying.

【8】The competition attracted over 500 competitors _____________(代表) 18 different countries.

【9】Who is _____________ (负责) for the terrible mess?

【10】Up to now, quantities of travelers________(吸引) to the beautiful island.

The B.S.Report

Designed for the sports fan with a sense of humor,The B.S.Report is hosted by the sportswriter Bill Simmons. Simmons' show is in very loose and free form and it's not uncommon for him to go almost a whole show without even mentioning sports,especially when he really gets going about movies or his ongoing enthusiasm about reality television.

Wait,Wait...Don't Tell Me

One of the most popular programs on National Public Radio,Wait,Wait…Don't Tell Me is now available as a podcast.The show is a news program in the form of a game show.Each week a group of three humorists and writers join host Peter Sagal in Chicago,where they are quizzed on the week's most important and funny news stories. Listeners also get to call in to play different news related games for a prize.

The Moth

The Moth is a weekly podcast run by a nonprofit art organization.The show is made up of recordings of "true stories told before a live audience without notes".Each week,the group releases short 10-20 minute tales told by people from all walks of life.Past presenters have included writers,comedians,scientists,and even New York City police officers.

Filmspotting

Filmspotting is a weekly podcast and is a must-listen for any movie fan.The show is focused on movie reviews, but hosts Adam Kempenaar and Matty Robinson do more than just tell their listeners which new movie is worth seeing.They also discuss and examine film as an art form.The show doesn't just focus on current movies,either,as the hosts frequently discuss old films as part of theme marathons.

【1】Which host can you turn to if you want to win an award?

A. Bill Simmons.

B. Peter Sagal.

C. Adam Kempenaar.

D. Matty Robinson.

【2】What do The B.S.Report and Wait,Wait...Don't Tell Me have in common?

A. The content

B. The style

C. The theme

D. The form

【3】What can we learn about The Moth?

A. It's an art podcast.

B. It's a daily program.

C. It presents various true stories.

D. It's available only in New York.

【4】Which podcast may entertain a movie fan?

A. The B.S.Report.

B. Wait,Wait…Don’t Tell Me.

C. The Moth.

D. Films potting.

Qu was minister of the state of Chu 【3】 (situate) in the present-day Hunan and Hebei provinces during the Warring States period. He was upright., loyal and 【4】 (high) respected. 【5】, he was fired from office due to his suggestion to fight against Qin in cooperation with other states. During his stay in other states, he wrote many poems to express his strong love for his country. When Chu 【6】 (defeat) by Qin. He realized 【7】 he could do about it was nothing. Qu jumped into Miluo River on the fifth day of the fifth month.

After the 【8】 (dead) of Qu Yuan, people of Chu went to Miluo River to mourn (悼念) over the great poet they loved so much. People threw eggs and rice wrapped in leaves 【9】 the river to feed the fish to keep them away from Qu Yuan. Now the Dragon Boat Festival has become 【10】 traditional festival for the Chinese people.

Similar to the show,students work in groups,pretending to be real house agents,and look for three houses in Spanish-speaking countries.She uses the activity to teach vocabulary related to the home,chores,travel and vacation.She created the exercise because she wanted to incorporate her students’ interests into the curriculum.At the time,a group of her students were big fans of the show.

The students look for a house for Westervelt to buy to live in,or rent for vacation.She tells them what she is looking for in a home and gives them a budget.Students work in groups of three,and each student is responsible for finding one house in a Spanish-speaking country that fits the requirements.

The groups usually make a brochure describing the houses they find.Each group presents their findings to the class,while the other students take notes.The entire activity is done in Spanish,so students get to practice their writing,listening and conversation skills.They also get some cultural education when researching homes in Spanish-speaking countries.Westervelt says that students planning to take the class look forward to her project.

Westervelt says,“I think any time that you can find a way to link into something that they are interested in outside of school,it makes it more realistic for them and it makes that activity much more enjoyable for them.”

【1】How did Westervelt come up with the idea of the activity?

A. She got it from a TV program. B. She was inspired by her students.

C. She learned it from a house agent. D. She was taught that in high school.

【2】Which of the following can replace the underlined word “incorporate” in Paragraph 2?

A. change B. absorb

C. force D. persuade

【3】What are the students supposed to do with the houses they find?

A. Rent the houses for their vacation. B. Live in the houses for a while.

C. Write an introduction to the houses. D. Choose and buy one for their teacher.

【4】What do Westervelt’s words in the last paragraph mean?

A. Most school activities are not enjoyable.

B. Students should be realistic about study.

C. Out-of-school activities are very important.

D. Learning should be combined with interest.