Part Ⅰ Writing (30 minutes)注意：此部分试题在答题卡1上．Why Integrity MattersWhat is Integrity? The key to integrity is consistency--not only setting high personal standards for oneself (honesty, responsibility, respect for others, fairness) but also living up to those standards each day. One who has integrity is bound by and follows moral and ethical standards even when making lifes hard choices, choices which may be clouded by stress, pressure to succeed, or temptation. What happens if we lie, cheat, steal, or violate other ethical standards? We feel disappointed in ourselves and ashamed. But a lapse of integrity also affects our relationships with others. Trust is essential in any important relationship, whether personal or professional. Who can trust someone who is dishonest or unfair? Thus, integrity must be one of our most important goals.Risky Business We are each responsible for our own decisions, even if the decision-making process has been undermined by stress or peer pressure. The real test of character is whether we can learn from our mistake, by understanding why we acted as we did, and then exploring ways to avoid similar problems in the future. Making ethical decisions is a critical part of avoiding future problems. We must learn to recognize risks, because if we cant see the risks were taking, we cant make responsible choices. To identify risks, we need to know the rules and be aware of the facts. For example, one who doesnt know the rules about plagiarism may accidentally use words or ideas without giving proper credit, or one who fails to keep careful research notes may unintentionally fail to quote and cite sources as required. But the fact that such a violation is "unintentional" does not excuse the misconduct. Ignorance is not a defense."But Everybody Does It" Most people who get in trouble do know the rules and facts, but manage to fool themselves about the risks theyre taking by using excuses: "Everyone else does it," "Im not hurting anyone,” or "I really need this grade." Excuses can get very elaborate: "I know Im looking at anothers exam, even though Im supposed to keep my eyes on my own paper, but thats not cheating because Im just checking my answers, not copying." We must be honest about our actions, and avoid excuses. If we fool ourselves into believing were not doing anything wrong, we cant see the real choice were making--and that leads to bad decisions. To avoid fooling yourself, watch out for excuses and try this test: Ask how you would feel if your actions were public and anyone could be watching over your shoulder. Would you feel proud or ashamed of your actions? If youd rather hide your actions, thats a good indication that youre taking a risk and rationalizing it to yourself.Evaluating Risks To decide whether a risk is worth taking, you must examine the consequences, in the future as well as right now, negative as well as positive, and to others as well as to yourself. Those who take risks they later regret usually focus on immediate benefits ("whats in it for me"), and simply havent considered what might go wrong. The consequences of getting caught are serious, and may include a "0" on a test or assignment; an "F" in the class; suspension or dismissal from school; transcript notation; and a tarnished reputation. In fact, when you break a rule or law, you lose control over your life, and give others the power to impose punishment: you have no control over what that punishment might be. This is an extremely precarious and vulnerable position. There may be some matters of life and death, or highest principle, which might justify such a risk, but there arent many things that fall in this category.Getting Away With It--Or NotCheating Hurts Others, TooWhy Integrity Matters1. A person of integrity not only sets high moral and ethical standards but also _______。
A) sticks to them in their daily life B) makes them known to others C) understands their true values D) sees that others also follow them2. What role does integrity play in personal and professional relationships? C) It is the basis of mutual trust D) It inspires mutual respect3. Why must we learn to identify the risks we are going to take? A. To ensure we make responsible choices B. To avoid being overwhelmed by stress C. so that we don’t break any rules D. so that we don’t run into trouble4. Violation of a rule is misconduct even if _______ A. it has caused no harm B. it is claimed to be unintentional5. What should one do if he doesn’t wish to fool himself? A. Avoid making excuses B. Listen to other people’s advice C. Make his intensions public D. Have others watch over his shoulder6. Those who take risks they regret later on _______。
C. value immediate benefits most D. may lose everything in the end7. According to the author, a cheater who doesn’t get caught right away will _______ C. be wi。