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THE IMPORTANCE OF FIRST IMPRESSIONS

We have all heard the expression, “you can’t judge a book by its cover.” However, it seems that is exactly what most people do. The human brain seems to be wired in such a way that we make very strong, lasting

 

judgments about the people we meet within the first 30 seconds. And it is true, you may be able learn a lot about a person by their first impression. But can you really learn all you need to know?

May be there is something affecting your first impression. Possibly the person is nervous or upset. Maybe you are in a bad mood or not feeling well. All of these factors and more could influence a first impression, so should people place so much weight on it?

Many people feel that a first impression is extremely important. Once those people form an idea of you, it is often difficult for them to get beyond it. If someone feels that you are something you really aren’t because of your first impression, then that is obviously not a good thing.

Yet many people really do still rely deeply on first impressions. One good example is the job interview. We dress nicely for job interviews for a very good reason: to make a good first impression. In addition to our outward appearance, many people tend to put on something of an act. By being extremely polite and showing interest, we feel that we will make a good first impression and have a better chance getting the job.

Is this the way things should be? Probably not. Will this situation ever change? The answer to that question is the same - probably not. It is just human nature to rely on a first impression. Everyone knows that they do it and most people know that it's not the right thing to do.

The author thinks that people will continue to rely on first impressions because_____.

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Each of the students (A) in the (B) accounting class has to type their (C) own (D) research paper this semester.

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My cousin tends to look on the bright side in any circumstance.

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Had you told me that this was going to happen, I__________ it.

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Today’s weather will be a_____________ of yesterday.

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The new laws to conserve wildlife in the area will come into force next month.

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She_________regretted having been so unkind.

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She pointed out that her wages ________ no relation to the amount of work she did.

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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

I have to take up my dress. I step on it all the time.

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Valentine’s Day, _______ from Roman, is now celebrated all over the world.

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The preparations _______ by the time the guests arrived.

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Although the patient’s condition is serious, she seems to be out of___________.

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The older he grew, the more forgetful he became.

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I am very glad (A) that you have done (B) lots of progress (C) this (D) semester.

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