A cluttered, messy work space can give your boss the impression that you’re lazy or disorganized, so try to keep your desk neat. “Never put more on your desk than you’re going to work on for the day,” recommends Edwards. “At the end of the day, make sure you set up for the next day. I may be working on five things at once, but at the end of the day, they’re gone, and I set up for the next day.” Most managers would rather you ask a question than make a mistake, but many questions can be answered on your own. “Is this something you could Google or ask a colleague?” wonders Pollak. “The internet is so vast that a lot of information you can get yourself.” If you must approach your boss with a question or issue, then Pollak recommends brainstorming beforehand. “Rather than saying ‘This client is terrible. What should I do?’ think about potential solutions,” she says.

　　Cell phones are practically ubiquitous in the workplace these days, but it’s still disruptive and disrespectful when they go off during a meeting. Edwards says that you should, “put your cell phone on vibrate or leave it in your own office so it’s not a distraction.” That way you won’t be tempted to text either!

　　( )6.According to the article, how many pieces of advice are offered here? .

　　A. Two B. Three C. Four D. Five(B)

　　( )7.What is this article about? .

　　A. How to be successful in the workplace.

　　B. How to communicate with your boss.

　　C. How to avoid quirks that annoy your boss.

　　D. How to utilize your mobile phones at work.

　　( )8.What does the phrase “to get across” in the sentence “…she prefers in-person meetings, “either your information won’t get across or you’ll irritate …” of the second paragraph mean? .

　　A. To be communicated B. To be passed

　　C. To be promoted D. To be anticipated(A)

　　( )9.According to the article, which of the following modes of communication is the best when communicating with your boss? .

　　A. Any ways you think are appropriate.

　　B. In-person meetings.

　　C. Correspondence.

　　D. The way your boss communicates with you.(D)

　　( )10.Which of the following statements is not mentioned?

　　A. Employees should pay respect to their bosses anytime.

　　B. Employees should plan beforehand so as to show up at work on time.

　　C. Employees should not let their mobile phones go off during meetings.

　　D. Employees should keep their desks neat and organized.(C)