【文章內(nèi)容簡介】 Richard was missing. D. Richard became a millionaire while George had no great success. BWith the theme Cherishing the earth39。s resources, transforming the mode of development and living a lowcarbon lifestyle, China39。s Ministry of Land and Resources held a ceremony this Thursday to mark the 41st World Earth Day, aims to generate new ideas of resourcesaving, especially among the younger generation. In fact, Chinese young urbanities are turning to the seemingly trendy lowcarbon lifestyle.But for the country as a whole to achieve a lowcarbon economy, it could mean ordinary people paying more for electricity, water, gas or simply every purchase. Of necessity, a lowcarbon economy would be the basis of China39。s economic growth, yet it es with a high price tag. Everybody longs for fresh air, clean water and healthy surroundings. But, who is going to pay for that?For those who are still working hard for the basic necessities of life, sharing the cost of a greener environment can be taxing. For those who are already victimized by environmental pollution, additional expenditure for saving the environment is hard to bear. Behind all the lofty goals and loaded phrases of climate change negotiations, in everyday terms, the Chinese want to know whether panies will make them pay the cost of saving energy or whether government would e up with new levels.They have reasons to worry. The recent hike in the charges of utilities, such as natural gas, water and electricity, have led to widespread public grievance(抱怨,牢騷), for the increases were imposed without proper public hearing. Besides the practice of monopoly Stateowned enterprises raising prices at will does not seem to bode well for a lowcarbon economy.The government has a responsibility to strengthen regulation of utility charges and make the pricing mechanism more transparent. In the age of the lowcarbon economy, the Chinese government needs to strike a new balance between public welfare and business petitiveness.How far the initiatives toward a lowcarbon economy succeed depends on whether they truly benefit ordinary people and is accepted by them. The majority cannot sacrifice their life to build a greener world for the few. author probably agrees to call on ____________.A. more and more citizens to devote themselves to the “Lowcarbon economy” for the sake of our earth immediatelyB. the rich to generally pay for the bill, which aims at saving our planet.C. our government to take proper measures to make the “Lowcarbon economy” benefit more peopleD. all the big enterprises to reduce their prices to build a greener world61. According to the passage, which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?A. Some people can’t afford their everyday expenses, let alone pay for a better environment.B. Putting forward the “Lowcarbon economy” costs much.C. The balance between public welfare and business petitiveness in China now is not that good for the “Lowcarbon economy”.D. Now that it’s hard for us to make the “Lowcarbon economy” into practice, our government should put it to an end.62. The “Lowcarbon economy” __________.A. is beneficial only to the rich peopleB. has led to widespread public grievanceC. can be realized when pigs fly in the skyD. cannot be called success before it has been fully considered CCWUThe munications union Head of ResearchSalary: ￡55, 271We are looking for a Head of Research to manage the CWU Research Department and Information Centre. You would be required to exercise control of all research work of the department and manage a team of three researchers and four support staff.The person appointed would be expected to carry out research work of a strategic nature across the range of businesses in which the CWU has or seeks membership and to contribute to the strategic thinking and direction of the union as a whole.You will need: proven line management skills, especially in managing and motivating a team。 good research skills, holding a good degree in a related subject or other similar experience。 a high level of mathematical and calculating skills。 the ability to produce high quality work under pressure。 a mitment to and knowledge of the trade union movement and social democratic politics。 and knowledge and/or experience of the postal and/or telemunications industry.To apply, please request an application pack by ing hr@ cwu. org or by telephoning HR (Human Resources) on 020 8971 7482. When applying please state your source.Closing Date for Applications: 4th August 2010Anticipated interview date: 17th August 2010No agencies pleaseＣ 55．In which column of a newspaper could we find this advertisement?A. Arts. B. News. C. Jobs. D. Sales.56．One of the duties of the person to be appointed is .A. taking charge of research work B. running a telemunications pany C. managing a team of three or four members D. seeking membership for the trade union57．If you want to apply for this position, you can do all EXCEPT .A. ask an agency for an application formB. send in your application before 4th August 2010C. hr@ cwu. org for an application packD. dial 020 8971 7482 for more information58．Which of the following applicants is most likely to be employed? 55．In which column of a newspaper could we find this advertisement?A. Arts. B. News. C. Jobs. D. Sales.56．One of the duties of the person to be appointed is .A. taking charge of research work B. running a telemunications pany C. managing a team of three or four members D. seeking membership for the trade union57．If you want to apply for this position, you can do all EXCEPT .55．In which column of a newspaper could we find this advertisement?A. Arts. B. News. C. Jobs. D. Sales.56．One