Casual Dress in the Workplace

For Ruth, an employee at an insurance company, Friday isn’t just another workday. It is the day when she can wear a sweater and casual trousers instead of business suit. 【1】 “It is a real treat. It puts us in good mood and winds the week down.” Ruth has joined thousands of workers across the United States who happily change from jackets, ties, and dresses to jeans, polo shirts, and sweaters on Fridays.

Why dress-down Friday? “I think it gives an atmosphere of less formality（正式）,” says President Matthew of Entex Industries. Today, dressing casually on the job is a way to show your company is in style. Another contributor is faxes, voice mail and email, which have reduced public contact. 【2】

However, even though dressing down is popular, the trend is controversial. Some workers remain strongly opposed. “You have got all the time in the world to dress down when you retire,” declared one woman. 【3】 “We had some very important guests come in on a Friday a few months ago,” says another worker. “These people dressed in navy suits. Our people dressed way down. I thought it was embarrassing. It sent the wrong message about our company.” Many people feel that suits, ties and dresses are superior to casual clothes in creating a positive professional image.

【4】Some experts think it will go away one day. As long as the trend continues, though, dressing casually can cause a little confusion in the workplace. Business people aren’t sure what to wear, and many people just put on whatever they feel like in the morning. 【5】 They believe dressing down at work is one of the signs that the society is lowering its standards of everything. Czardas and John T. Malloy, author of Dress for Success, say psychological changes occur when people dress up. “There is no question what you wear affects what you do, your performance, and your attitude,” says Malloy.

A. Will the dress-down trend last?

B. Will dressing casually become popular?

C. The casual dress trend worries some fashion professionals.

D. It is when she feels more confident and gets ready for next promotion.

E. She loves the day away from her usual dressy suits and high-heeled shoes.

F. Others worry that dressing casually lowers an employer’s professional image.

G. With fewer out-of-the-office meetings, people are dressing less to impress and more for comfort.

1. 公园5公里慢跑调整为校内观看中国电影；

2. 电影名称，观看时间和地点；

3. 观看该电影的理由。

注意：1.字数不少于50；

2.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。

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注意：1．文章的起始句已经给出；

2．词数100左右（不包括起始句）；

参考词汇： 报答: repay 学费: tuition 经济独立: financially independent

Dear Editor,

I’m writing to tell you about a recent discussion our class have had on whether or not university students should be financially independent.

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Yours,

Li Hua

Some fellow students and I decided to travel from Xi’an to Guilin for the festival. Travel during that time is quite【2】 adventure---many people journey home 【3】 (see) their families and everywhere is very busy. On the eve of New Year, we watched the CCTV New Year’s Gala. Although we didn’t really understand everything, it was good to be lost 【4】the atmosphere(气氛) of the occasion! At New Year, families make 【5】(taste) dumplings together as part of the celebrations. On New Year’s Day, and for several weeks afterwards, you can hear firecrackers and fireworks everywhere, and the air【6】(smell) strongly of dynamite(火药) and smoke. This was adventurous for us!

Being in China during New Year somewhat meant【7】(lonely) though it was a great experience. I can【8】(absolute) explain it with how international students in the UK might feel at Christmas if【9】(have) no loved ones around them. Overall, my first Chinese New Year was an amazing experience【10】I will never forget.

1.该书的书名；

2.该书的主要内容；

3.该书对你的影响。

注意：1．词数不少于50；

2．开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。

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Network With Ease

Networking is very important in our daily lives. Often the best jobs and opportunities are not advertised but filled by word of mouth. With this in mind, a good idea is to go and find them yourself. How is this done? By the simple process of networking. A number of people feel networking is a waste of time and it has no effect on personal relationships or being successful in your business. __【1】___ Relationships and business have been built via the networking process for hundreds of years.

Networking is not about meeting hundreds of people, communicating with them and then never meeting them again. It’s about getting to know each other and finding out if you are able to make the relationship beneficial for both of you. If you aren’t able to — then see if you can introduce them to someone more well-matched to their business.

__【2】__ One day she decided to donate one of her articles to the local newspaper so it could be published and people around the world could have the chance to read it. The article focused on an event, which was coming up and was hosted by a woman’s publishing group. The group not only liked the article, but also appreciated what she had done, so they recommended her to a national magazine. _【3】__ This example shows how networking can be done easily, if well thought out. Touching base with a few people can in fact lead to reaching many.

___【4】___ I heard a story of someone recommending a friend for a teaching position with a nonprofit organization. Interestingly enough after getting the position, he returned the favor by referring his friend into a job he had heard about. How funny things work out!

When looking for a new job, it may be worth joining a networking group focusing on the sector of business you are interested in. It’s a great way to meet people, do research into companies by asking questions of those people who work there. __【5】_

The examples above show that in order to network effectively and in an efficient manner, you do not need to be outgoing or know a lot of people. All it requires is being creative, listening well, asking relevant questions and developing a good reputation with others. You would be amazed at how many doors will open for you.

A. This concept is completely incorrect.

B. Family and friends are the easiest and best way to increase your network.

C. Often the opportunity may just be within that particular networking group.

D. So now, not only does she get to write regular articles, she also gets paid for it.

E. Getting in touch with your friends and your colleagues often helps you build a larger network.

F. A simple example of how easy networking can be is the example of a woman who used to love writing articles.

G. By referring your friends or relatives whom you think are well suited for a job is another way to network.

1. 来自全市15所36名学生参加了此次英语演讲比赛；

2. 比赛分为三个环节：英语演讲、回答评委提出的问题和才艺表演；

3. 活动的意义。

注意：1. 词数100左右。

2. 可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。

Dear Mike,

On December 9, an English speech contest was held in our city. _______________

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Do you embrace(欣然接受) the road you are now on or resist and avoid change at all costs when a recent event has shaken you greatly? Here are things you can do in the midst of uncertainty to choose differently to change the track of your life.

Don’t react.

What do we do when we don’t know what to do? First, stop, take a deep breath and don’t do anything. 【1】 It is having faith and trusting what you do know in the unknown.

Reflect on the past.

Another activity is to recall times in your life when you were faced with an unknown. Then, think about how you handled the situation.【2】 Use your past experiences to bring you strength, and to remain you what you are capable of.

Make conscious decisions.

【3】 However, more possibilities open up when we are at peace. Go over your list of what ifs and make a more balanced list of the best and worst situations possible. Then talk to loved ones about what you would do in each situation and the choices you do have.

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We often see fears as our greatest enemy, yet they provide us with an enormous opportunity for self-growth. What if we were to see them as friends who want to help us become a better person? Let your fears help you instead of hurting you. Then, write down what comes to you. 【5】.

A. Don’t panic.

B. Befriend your fears.

C. You may be surprised by the answers.

D. When we are fearful, our options seem limited.

E. Then try to feel at ease with the state of “not knowing”.

F. Learning from past failures helps you make better decisions.

G. Remembering these incidents will remind you that you’ve gone through difficult situations.

Before an earthquake

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All family members should know how to turn off gas, water and electricity and know useful telephone numbers (doctor, hospital, police, 119, etc.). Never put heavy things over beds.

During an earthquake

It’s important for each of you to stay calm. If you are indoors, quickly move to a safe place in the room such as under a strong desk or a strong table.【2】 Stay away from windows, large mirrors, heavy furniture and so on. If you are cooking, turn off the gas.【3】 Move away from buildings, bridges and trees.

After an earthquake

【4】 It’s better to wait and leave when it is safe.

Check around you and help the people who are in trouble. If your building is badly broken, you should leave it.【5】 If you can do it safely, turn off the gas. Then report it to the gas company.

A. It’s necessary to prepare yourself and your family.

B. But earthquakes almost never kill people directly.

C. Earthquake is one of the most severe natural disasters.

D. The purpose is to protect yourself from falling objects.

E. If you arc outdoors, move to an open area like a playground.

F. Once the shaking has stopped, DO NOT run out of the building at once.

G. If you smell or hear a gas, get everyone outside and open windows and doors.