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完形填空(共两篇;第一篇短文10小题，每小题1分;第二篇短文20小题，每小题1.5分;满分40分)

阅读下面两篇短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

A

Somebody might say,“I want to be a big fish, as big as Bill Gates, in a big pool, as large as Microsoft." However, we all know it is  11  for a green hand in the field. Then you have to  12  the matter carefully. Certainly whichever side you choose to take, you have your opportunity to succeed. Now the problem is which can provide you more  13  .

I choose to be a big fish in a small pool. A big company may give you a high starting point,but a small company   14   you opportunity to practice various skills. During the process, you may    15    yourself, recognize your strong points and find your   16   .What's more, without so many limitations and   17   in a small company，if you really have abilities,you'll get more opportunities to climb to a higher point. Finally, being a big fish (although) in a small pool, gives a green hand  18  which is quite important for success.

19  ,you should not just stay in your small pool. Although you may be   20   of being a big fish there, you should always dream of being a big fish in a big pool!

1l. A important    B impossible    C unnecessary    D unfair

12. A suppose    B describe    C realize    D weigh

13. A.chances    R advice    Cfreedom    Dfortune