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Steve Jobs was an important leader in the technology industry. He was a very interesting person and was the leader of a very successful technology company called Apple. He founded Apple in 1976 with his friends and they began to sell computers. One of the reasons for Steve Jobs’ success was his unique management style.
He was a passionate leader with a clear vision for his company. Jobs always said he wanted to make Apple a great company that made unique products that people would love. He focused all of his creative energy on developing revolutionary technology. In 1983, he convinced John Sculley, the president of Pepsi, to come work at Apple by asking, “Do you want to spend the rest of your life selling sugared water or do you want a chance to change the world?” Sculley left his well-paid job to come work at Apple.
Unfortunately, Jobs’ passion sometimes led to angry outbursts. He was a perfectionist and wanted Apple to make products that were better and different from other companies. Some people believe he was too aggressive and demanding. During the early years of Apple, he often shouted at or even fired people who did not share his vision. Despite this, most employees did not hate him. They understood that Jobs truly believed in the company and its products. He was a very demanding person because he had a real passion for making unique devices like the iPad and the iPhone. These products might not exist if Jobs hadn’t pushed and inspired his employees to work hard and be creative.
1. According to the article, which industry was Steve Jobs a leader in?
a) the fruit industry c) the phone industry
b) the technology industry d) the management industry
2. The word “founded” in paragraph 1 can be replaced with:
a) started b) stopped c) ate d) sold
3. According to the article, why did John Sculley quit his job at Pepsi ?
a) He thought his salary was too low
b) The president of Pepsi fired him
c) He was tricked by Steve Jobs
d) Steve Jobs convinced him to join Apple
4. The word “revolutionary” in paragraph 2 could be replaced with:
a) old-fashioned c) communication
b) advanced d) simple
5. According to the article, what did some people think about Steve Jobs?
a) he was a very lazy person c) he was passionate and demanding
b) he only wanted to make money d) he was always very kind and patient
6. According to the article, Steve Jobs:
a) achieved his vision c) was a boring person
b) was a complete failure d) left Apple for Pepsi
I eat a lot of sweets and I wondered how receiving coverage affect my health. First I went to a doctor, dietitian, who said that if there is a small amount, then nothing bad will. But the dentist said it is highly undesirable to eat sweets and drink sweet drinks. Well, need to heed the advice of doctors.
David: Yes, I am. I like theatre very much. What is on at Moscow theatres at present? I would like to go somewhere a day after tomorrow.
Mark: There are very many theatres in the capital of Russia. Our Bolshoy Theatre is well known all over the globe. You can see a ballet of hear an opera in this theatre.
David: Where is the Bolshoy Theatre situated?Mark: It is in the centre of our city.
David: I would prefer to go to a drama theatre. What is your most popular drama theatre?
Mark: I think it is the Taganka Theatre. You can see modern and classical plays there. The Taganka Theatre is situated in the centre of our city.
David: I`m fond of drama but I don`t speak Russian. I will not be able to understand the play.
Mark: You can go to the circus. We have two circuses in Moscow. They are really very good and known all over the Earth.David: It is an excellent idea. I like circus and I am sure I will enjoy the performance. Where can I book seats?
Mark: There is always the biggest choice of tickets at the booking-office of the Circus. But I recommend you to book tickets immediately because the day after tomorrow the tickets can be sold out.
David: All right, I will do it now. Thank you for your advice.Mark: Not at all. I hope you will enjoy the performance.you will enjoy the performance.