【文章內(nèi)容簡介】 omen are somewhat underrepresented in leadership positions, what is surprising though, is the fact that females may actually be better suited to lead in almost every area, at least according to new findings from the BI Norwegian Business School. In their research，Professor yvind L. Martinsen and Professor Lars Glas surveyed (調(diào)查)2,900 managers with a special focus on personality types. The results were clear: Women scored higher than men in four of the five major leadershipcentric categories. While some people believe that men inherently make better leaders — probably because they picture a leader with a manding voice, which is more typical of men than women — this piece of research suggests that women are better at methodical management and goalsetting, openness, sociability and supportiveness, as well as ability to municate clearly. There was one area in which men scored higher than women, though, and that was on emotional stability and ability to face jobrelated pressure and stress. The results suggest that women are more sensitive to the effects of highpressure or highly emotional situations. Obviously，it39。s important to consider individual(個人的) differences. Anyone, regardless of gender, may be an inspiring leader and a petent boss. But next time you39。re hiring for a management position, you just might want to give the resumes(簡歷) from female candidates a harder look.（1）What makes us shocked much at leadership positions? A.Women are worse than men.B.Men take almost all high positions.C.There is a huge gap between genders.D.Women might behave better in every field.（2）Which of the following can best replace the underlined word 39。39。inherently” in paragraph 4? A.properlyB.potentiallyC.naturallyD.normally（3）Which of the following may be the best title of this text? A.How We Can Figure Out The Boss.B.Why Women Are Better Than Men.C.Why Women Make The Best Bosses.D.How We Can Tell Gender Difference.（4）Who might have special interest in this article? A.Job hunters.B.Employers.C.Employees.D.Male bosses.【答案】（1）D（2）C（3）C（4）B 【解析】【分析】本文是一篇說明文，在工作領(lǐng)域男性領(lǐng)導(dǎo)人和女性領(lǐng)導(dǎo)人地位存在不平等現(xiàn)象，作者指出在領(lǐng)導(dǎo)位置上，女性可能在各個領(lǐng)域表現(xiàn)更好，倡議雇主在招聘領(lǐng)導(dǎo)崗位員工時應(yīng)多考慮女性。(1)考查細(xì)節(jié)理解。根據(jù)第二段中的“what is surprising though, is the fact that females may actually be better suited to lead in almost every area, at least according to new findings from the BI Norwegian Business School.”可知讓人驚訝的是，在領(lǐng)導(dǎo)位置上，女性可能在各個領(lǐng)域表現(xiàn)更好。故選D。(2)考查詞義猜測。根據(jù)第四段中的“While some people believe that men inherently make better leaders — probably because they picture a leader with a manding voice, which is more typical of men than women”可知人們認(rèn)為男性自然能成為更好的領(lǐng)導(dǎo)者，劃線詞是自然地。故選C。(3)考查主旨大意。根據(jù)第四段中的“this piece of research suggests that women are better at methodical management and goalsetting, openness, sociability and supportiveness, as well as ability to municate clearly.”可知本文強(qiáng)調(diào)了女性在管理層的地位，因此“為什么女性是最好的老板”符合題意。故選C。(4)考查推理判斷。根據(jù)最后一段中的“But next time you39。re hiring for a management position, you just might want to give the resumes(簡歷) from female candidates a harder look.”下次你雇傭管理崗位員工時，得知雇主們會對這篇文章感興趣。故選B。【點(diǎn)評】本題考點(diǎn)涉及細(xì)節(jié)理解，詞義猜測，推理判斷和主旨大意四個題型的考查，是一篇社會現(xiàn)象類閱讀，要求考生在捕捉細(xì)節(jié)信息的基礎(chǔ)上，進(jìn)一步根據(jù)上下文的邏輯關(guān)系，進(jìn)行分析，推理，概括和歸納，從而選出正確答案。5．閱讀理解 One of the main decisions you must make when traveling is deciding where to stay. A place to stay can often make or break a holiday. Whether you are looking for a classy hotel or a night under the stars, we can guide you through your different options. Bed and Breakfast An English invention, bed and breakfasts, offers exactly what they suggest, a bed for the night and breakfast in the morning. “Bamp。Bs”，are usually someone39。s private home, often found in the countryside. Hostels For those traveling on a tight budget, hostels are the best acmodation option. Informal places usually with a lovely relaxed atmosphere, they offer dormitory beds for rent. Bathrooms are usually down the hall. Remember to check reviews by previous guests online before you book your hostel. Couch Surfing An unusual but interesting option, couch(沙發(fā)) surfing is a growing trend among young internationals. The idea is that you bee a member of the online couchsurfing munity (. couchsurfing. ) and then when you travel, look up other members in that country and ask to stay on their couch. Most hosts will suggest sightseeing trips and take you out in the evening, making it a great way to see things that aren39。t in your guidebook. And remember, it may be free but don39。t forget to offer to buy your host a drink or dinner. Camping Sleeping under the stars! For budget travelers staying at camping grounds is the cheapest way to travel. The drawback is having to carry a tent with you. Camping grounds can be found across Europe, America and Australia. However, if you intend on camping in busy cities check first where the nearest place for camping is. More often than not, they are on the edge of cities, which can mean lengthy bus rides into town when you want to eat or see the sights.（1）What will hostels provide for budget travelers? A.A positive experience.B.Dormitory beds for sale.C.Reviews by previous guests.D.Beds and private bathrooms.（2）What is the advantage of couch surfing? A.You can have a couch to sleep on.B.You don39。t have to pay any money.C.You can explore the nightlife there.16