Taking a peep at what’s going on in your head CARL Filer, 18, a star salesman at a B&Q hardware store in the UK, was called up for promotion within one week of starting work. But, instead of being made supervisor, he was sacked--after his employers saw the results of his psychometric test. You might think that anyone who answers that he “strongly disagrees he is an over-achiever is asking for trouble, but Mr. Filer already thought he had proved himself more than capable. This year, nearly half of UK firms--46 percent--will use psychometric tests to select trainees, compared with just 17 percent in 2000, according to a report for GTI, a publisher of graduate career guides. These tests, which rate candidates’ ability and gauge their personality, have been used in the UK since the 1980s. But assorted studies have shown most people--graduates in particular--are wholly cynical about the idea of their personality being “measure“. “People tend to see them as either too silly or too clever, says Clive Fletcher, professor of occupational psychology at University of London. “But all the evidence indicates the tests do have some value. The first personality test as we know it, was developed by the American army in 1917 to filter out weak recruits. But it was not until the 1980s that the test became popular in Britain. With a rising number of graduates going for a decreasing number of jobs, organizations began to see psychometric testing as a cheap, reliable alternative to the expensive, time-consuming interview. But today the tests are becoming alarmingly sophisticated and are edging towards probing the dark side; pathology and personality disorders. Increasingly, tests are being used to try to detect promising young graduates who may, later in life, fly off the rails (go crazy); or to stop psychopaths (having mental disorder) getting recruited. In the future, interviewees could even be given a mouth swab to reveal the genetic and biological markers of personality. “We are heading for the era of genetic screening,“ warns Carolyn Jones, of the Institute for Employment Rights. “I think these tests are very flawed“. And there are other problems with the tests. For starters, it is possible to fake it--even the test producers agree on this. But they have made it as hard as possible. For example, look at whether you agree or disagree with the following two statements: New ideas come easily to me and “I find generating new concepts difficult“. How long did it take you to realize they both could mean the same thing? The golden rule is then, that a psychometric test should never be used as the sole basis of selection, but should always be followed by interviews.

What is the project mainly concerned with?China Central Radio and TV University and TCL Group Co. signed an agreement to establish the Modern Distance Learning Cooperation Project in Beijing. Commerce. Education. Industry.

The police have offered a large ______ for information leading to the robber’s arrest. prize reward compensation award

Her performance in the last scene was fairly describable quite remarkable rather notable very noticeable

Nuclear power plants are some of the largest producers of ______ wastes, with each plant producing barrels of radioactive material that must be stored in special protective containers. reasonable special durable hazardous

To be frank, I’d rather you ______ in the case. were not involved not involved not to involved will not be involved

It was ______ she was sick ______ she didn’t come to attend the farewell party. because; why why; that since; that because; that

Salesgirl:______ Customer: No. I’d like a long-sleeved shirt in yellow, medium. Salesgirl: I think we’re out of your size. Customer: Well, can you get me one? Salesgirl: I think so. Check back next week. Can you help me? Is somebody taking care of you? What are you looking for? Can I help you?

Nadia: Welcome to Shanghai Hotel! Brown: My name is Brown. ______ Nadia: Yes, Mr. Brown. You reserved a single room for three nights. Brown: Yes, that’s right. I need a confirmation number. Mr. Smith just took the last one. I’d like to ask about my reservations. I would like to make a reservation.

Girl: Hi Paul--looking forward to your holiday? Boy: Oh, yeah--it’s going to be great. Though I’m a bit worried that I’ve packed the wrong clothes. I don’t think the weather’s going to be as good as I hoped. Girl: ______ Boy: That’s right--my first flight. Everything will be OK, isn’t it? You’re flying on Saturday, aren’t you? It’s far from here, as everybody knows. That’s a good idea, anyway.

Sandy: “Beats me“? What do you mean by that? Ruby: “I don’t know.“ Sandy: You don’t? ______ Ruby: Well, that’s not what I meant. “Beats me“ means “I don’t know“. Did you say you beat someone? You meant to beat me? Who do you think meant it? How come you said it then?

Scientists know that there are two basic approaches to prolonging for life. One approach is the【79】of the disease that generally【80】older people-disease such as cancer, heart attack and strokes.【81】is the delay of the process of growing old--the【82】of the body. In recent years scientific researchers【83】much time in the study of the process of aging. They believe that, within a few years, they will develop the knowledge and the【84】to delay the aging process for 10 to 15 years. The result will be that more people will live longer, more healthy lives.【85】, scientists believe that with the fight diet, exercise, medical【86】, and mental attitude many people can【87】100 years old. Gerontologists, people who【88】studies of the growing old, are investigating why body cells show and【89】die. They feel that delaying this slowing down process would help postpone death. In a number of American universities, scientists are【90】the activity of cells, the effects of diet and internal body temperature【91】aging. If their studies are successful, the results should help【92】the quality of life for older people in the next few years,【93】increase the life span of the next generation.

那位老妇人受了打击，需要安慰。

很难想像生活在一个没有电话，没有汽车的地方是什么样子。

BONA FIDE is to genuine as DE FACTO is to ______. together actual reason assumed

What job is the man doing?W: Why don’t you get a good job for a change? M: But I like my job. W: Look, digging gardens is not a job for a university graduate. M: But money’s not bad and there’s plenty of flesh air. W: If I were you, I’d go on some kind of course-teaching, accountancy. M: Accountancy? Anything but that. It’s so boring. W: Come on, you must really think of the future. Why don’t you just write a few application forms? M: I’ll tell you what. I’d like to be a doctor. W: Well, you should think very seriously about that. It means a lot of study, and then working all sorts of hours. M: Yes, maybe. But the idea appeals to me. W: Well, then, you ought to get more information about it as soon as possible. Doctor. Gardener. Accountancy.

What is the increase between the two anti-smoking campaigns?The European Commission will spend about ninety five million dollars over the next four years trying to prevent children and young adults from smoking. That’s a big increase on the twenty five million dollars it spend on its last anti-smoking campaign. $25 million. $70 million. $90 million.

The authors of the【21】note that as long as responsibility for childcare is with the women. They will remain【22】in the family. They also point out that concessions to women in the world of work often result in women being【23】into less well paid jobs. This already happens in regard to part-time workers who are paid a lower【24】wage than full-time workers. They point out that men have to square to their responsibility as fathers. The key they【25】is a change in men’s attitudes. However what was not【26】is that no matter how attitudes change, men are as【27】as individuals in regard to their working conditions as women are. With all the goodwill in the world they cannot change their employer/employee【28】, they cannot adjust their working hours to suit childcare just as women can. A more【29】conclusion would be that society at the moment, capitalism, does not want to accommodate any of the problems of childcare, preferring to leave it up to the individual to make their own【30】as best as they can.The authors of the (21) survey note that as long as responsibility for childcare is with the women. They will remain (22) trapped in the family. They also point out that concessions to women in the world of work often result in women being (23) compelled into less well paid jobs. This already happens in regard to part-time workers who are paid a lower (24) hourly wage than full-time workers. They point out that men have to square to their responsibility as fathers. The key they (25) emphasize is a change in men’s attitudes. However what was not (26) mentioned is that no matter how attitudes change, men are as (27) powerless as individuals in regard to their working conditions as women are. With all the goodwill in the world they cannot change their employer/employee (28) relationship, they cannot adjust their working hours to suit childcare just as women can. A more (29) fundamental conclusion would be that society at the moment, capitalism, does not want to accommodate any of the problems of childcare, preferring to leave it up to the individual to make their own (30) arrangements as best as they can.

It’s freezing outside; you’d better ______ black ice when you drive home. look down on check up on watch out for keep out

I don’t mind ______ a movie in my house very late, but I object to ______ about it so loudly. his watching; talk her talking about; tell their seeing; their talking your looking at; your speaking

Training is a costly exercise for any organization to undertake. It requires much though, the establishment of a regular training system,【72】. Employees undergoing it lose production time. There are, however, positive benefits to be gained; the obvious ones are that production will be more efficient, materials will not be wasted, and machinery will not be damaged. Good products, resulting from training,【73】. Some aspects of training benefit both the company and the individual worker. The achievement of good performance, for example, raises staff morale and cuts down aggravation. An increase in job satisfaction,【74】, will also be of benefit in reducing staff turnover. Training may also result in a more flexible workforce,【75】. This brings the possibility of greater efficiency for the supervisor’s planning and more interest for the worker. The employee can see positive benefits to be gained from undergoing training. He will more quickly become an experienced worker and so be able to achieve bonuses and/or promotion.【76】. A feeling of well-being results from acquiring skill and knowledge, and in turn being able to pass these to less experienced staff. As a motivator, successful training is very strong particularly where it leads to more money or status. For the full rewards of training to be gained, by both management and work force,【77】. Above all, a newly trained employee must be given opportunity, to use the newly acquired abilities under actual work conditions. Immediate practice and reinforcement will build on the basis of training already given, so increasing the benefits. This also adds to the general image of the company as a sensible caring organization, eager to make the best of their work force, and to offer opportunities.【78】, less stress, reduced staff turnover, more profit, increased customer satisfaction and expansion, then the costs will be more than justified. Sentences: A. it is essential that systematic planning be carried out B. It costs a lot of money of the company. C. If the financial investment in training made by the organization results in increased efficiency D. the preparation of trainers and allocation of their time E. Worries about the job will diminish as confidence increases. F. lead to prosperous business and financial benefits G. be able to transfer to a variety of jobs H. as well as leading to a higher quality of production

Most people’s attitude towards the psychometric test is ______.

Which of the following is one of the reasons why psychometric testing wins an advantage over interviews?

Which of the following statements is the author’s idea?

The test produces make the tests very complicated to ______.

Which of the following is not true according to the passage?