Passage Two Questions 26 to 30 are based on the following passage.
First impressions are often lasting ones. Indeed, if you play your cards right, you can enjoy the benefits of what sociologists call the “halo effect”. This means that if you’re viewed positively within the critical first four minutes, the person you’ve met will likely assume everything you do is positive.
Four minutes! Studies tell us that’s the crucial period in which impressions are formed by someone we’ve just met. Within a mere ten seconds, that person will begin to make judgments about our professionalism, social class, morals and intelligence. People tend to focus on what they see(dress, eye contact, movement), on what they hear(how fast or slowly we talk, our voice tone and volume), and on our actual words.
Bungle(拙劣地做)a first encounter, and in many cases the interviewer will mistakenly assume you have a slew(大量)of other negative traits. Worse, he or she may not take the time to give you a second chance.
Most employers believe that those who look as if they care about themselves are more likely to care bout their jobs. We know “it’s what’s inside that counts,” but research show that physically attractive people perceived by prospective employers as more intelligent, likable and credible. Your goal should be to come across in the best possible light—attractive in the way you dress, in your gestures and facial expressions and in your speech.
Look your best. It signals success. Studies have linked clothing consciousness to higher self-esteem and job satisfaction. And one study funded by the Clairol Corporation found that it pays, literally, to project a professional image. Yet many people fail to understand the importance of projecting a professional image.
Forget about personal style. At work, your the message that you are competent, reliable and authoritative. Dress for the job you have. If you’re scheduled for an interview at a company you’ve never visited and aren’t sure what to wear, send for a copy of its annual report and study what the employees pictured[ are wearing, or drop by ahead of time to see how they dress.
26.Which of the following is not implied in the passage? A) Halo effect will help you succeed. B) Professionalism is best presented in your resume. C) The first minutes are critical. D) Awkward behavior at a first encounter will put you in a bad position.
27.We know “it’s what inside that counts”,_______. A) so most employers keep this in mind during the interviews B) so most employers give emphasis on inside qualities C) while in reality we may not behave that way D) but that doesn’t make sense in this case
28.The phrase “project a professional image” may imply to ______. A) establish your authority B) assert yourself C) dress for the position D) mind your behavior
29.Which of the following does the author suggest? A) Personal style is helpful in securing a job. B) Your dress should reveal your true self. C) Companies should change their values in selecting candidates. D) Dress should befit the job you are applying for.
30.Which is more appropriate for the title? A) Interviews Count. B) Proper Dressing Is Important. C) Body Language Is Vital to Success. D) Four Minutes that Get You Hired.
perceived by prospective employers as more intelligent, likable and credible. Your goal should be to come across in the best possible light—attractive in the way you dress, in your gestures and facial expressions and in your speech.
the message that you are competent, reliable and authoritative. Dress for the job you have. If you’re scheduled for an interview at a company you’ve never visited and aren’t sure what to wear, send for a copy of its annual report and study what the employees pictured[ are wearing, or drop by ahead of time to see how they dress.
