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Many Chinese have been greatly shocked by the traffic accident caused by the drunk driver Sun Weiming, who has killed five and injured some others in Chengdu, Sichuan. However, such a case is not rare. Today, traffic accidents may have been regarded as a social problem. The car has killed and disabled more people in its brief history than any bomb or weapon ever invented. Much of the blood on the street flows actually from rude behavior of drivers who refuse to respect the legal and moral rights of others. In fact, the enemies of society on wheels are rather harmless but just ordinary people acting carelessly, you might say. But it is a principle both of law and common morality that carelessness is no excuse when one"s actions could bring death or damage to others. A minority of the killers go even far beyond carelessness that can be imagined. Researchers have estimated that as many as 80 percent of all automobile accidents can be attributed to the psychological condition of the driver. Emotional upsets can change drivers" reactions, slow their judgment, and make them blind to the dangers that might otherwise be evident. The experts warn that it is vital for every driver to make a conscious effort to keep his/her emotions under control. Yet the irresponsibility that accounts for much of the problem isn"t only put upon drivers. Street walkers regularly ignore or break traffic regulations. They are blamed in most vehiclewalker accidents, and many cyclists even believe that they are not subject to the basic rules of the road. Significant legal advances have been made towards safer driving in the past few years. Safety standards for vehicles have been raised both at the point of manufacture and through regular road inspections. In addition, speed limits have been lowered. Due to these measures, the accident rate has decreased. But the accident experts still worry because there has been little or no improvement in the way drivers behave. The only real and lasting solution, say the experts, is to make people believe that driving is a skilled task requiring constant care and concentration. Those who fail to do all these things present a threat to those with whom they share the road. |
1. Traffic accidents may be regarded as a social problem because ________. |
A. auto driving has become dangerous and harmful in today"s society B. people usually pay no attention to law and morality when driving C. they have caused serious psychological problems among drivers D. the car has killed and disabled more people than any weapon in history |
2. Who are NOT mentioned to be responsible for the road accidents in the passage? |
A. Careless bicycleriders. B. Careless people walking in the street. C. Irresponsible auto drivers. D. Irresponsible auto manufacturers. |
3. By discussing solutions to traffic accidents, the author seems to be ________. |
A. doubtful and hopeless B. angry and disappointed C. objective and concerned D. anxious and annoyed |
4. The author writes this passage to ________. |
A. show his worries about drunk driving B. help protect street walkers from car accidents C. discuss traffic problems and possible solutions D. warn auto drivers to refuse drunk driving |
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阅读理解。 根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项.选项中有两项为多余选项. Easy Ways to Boost(改善)Your Mood _______1_______. Taking an extra moment for yourself will make your day brighter and give you a healthier outlook on life. Here are some simple ways you can bring a little happiness into your life right now: 1. Go for a walk. Grab your dog, best friend, or your significant other and head out on a brisk(轻快的) walk. Just a little bit of exercise can boost your mood and give you a fresh perspective on problems that have been bothering you. Think walks are boring? ________2_______. Take a trip to the mall, or even walk to get some frozen yogurt. Make it a fun trip and you"ll surely make it part of your routine. 2.________3________. After all, laughter is the best medicine. Pick up something that makes you laugh like a funny picture, book, magazine, or a DVD of your favorite comedy. _______4______. Giving yourself time to laugh boosts feel-good endorphins(胺多酚). 3. ________5________ . Take a photo of yourself doing something you enjoy, like roller skating, skiing, swimming, playing an instrument, or being with friends and family. Place the picture on your desk to remind yourself that you lead an amazing life and have lots to be happy about. A. Model behaviorB. Try walking to a place that seems exciting to you
C. Ten minutes of relaxation can do wonders D. Even the most optimistic people can use a mood boost every once in a while E. Tell someone that you"re guaranteed to brighten their day F. You could even plan a date night out to a comedy club G. Buy something silly |
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Psychiatrists (精神病专家) who work with older parents say that maturity can be an asset in child rearing-older parents are more thoughtful, use less physical discipline and spend more time with their children. But raising kids takes money and energy. Many older parents find themselves balancing their limited financial resources, declining energy and failing health against the growing demands of an active child. Dying and leaving young children is probably the older parents" biggest, and often unspoken, fear. Having late-life children, says an economics professor, often means parents, particularly fathers, "end up retiring much later." For many, retirement becomes an unobtainable dream. Henry Metcalf, a 54-year-old journalist, knows it takes money to raise kids. But he"s also worried that his energy will give out first. Sure, he can still ride bikes with his athletic fifth grader, but he"s learned that young at heart doesn"t mean young. Lately he"s been taking afternoon naps (午睡) to keep up his energy. "My body is aging," says Metcalf. "You can"t get away from that." Often, older parents hear the ticking of another kind of biological clock. Therapists who work with middle-aged and older parents say fears about aging are nothing to laugh at. "They worry they"ll be mistaken for grandparents, or that they"ll need help getting up out of those little chairs in nursery school," says Joann Galst, a New York psychologist. But at the core of those little fears there is often a much bigger one: "that they won"t be alive long enough to support and protect their child," she says. Many late-life parents, though, say their children came at just the right time. After marrying late and undergoing years of fertility (受孕) treatment, Marilyn Nolen and her husband. Randy, had twins. "We both wanted children," says Marilyn, who was 55 when she gave birth. The twins have given the couple what they desired for years, "a sense of family." Kids of older dads are often smarter, happier and more sociable because their fathers are more involved in their lives. "The dads are older, more mature," says Dr. Silber, "and more ready to focus on parenting." |
1. Why do psychiatrists regard maturity as an asset in child rearing? |
A. Older parents are often better prepared financially. B. Older parents can take better care of their children. C. Older parents are usually more experienced in bringing up their children. D. Older parents can better balance their resources against children"s demands. |
2. What does the author mean by saying "For many, retirement becomes an unobtainable dream" (Lines 7-8, Para. 1. ) |
A. They are reluctant to retire when they reach their retirement age. B. They can"t obtain the retirement benefits they have dreamed of. C. They can"t get full pension unless they work some extra years. D. They have to go on working beyond their retirement age. |
3. The author gives the example of Henry Metcalf to show that ________. |
A. older parents should exercise more to keep up with their athletic children B. many people are young in spirit despite their advanced age C. older parents tend to be concerned about their aging bodies D. taking afternoon naps is a good way to maintain energy |
4. What"s the biggest fear of older parents according to New York psychologist Joan Galst? |
A. Approaching of death. B. Slowing down of their pace of life. C. Being laughed at by other people. D. Being mistaken for grandparents. |
5. What do we learn about Marilyn and Randy Nolen? |
A. They thought they were an example of successful fertility treatment. B. Not until they reached middle age did they think of having children. C. Not until they had the twins did they feel they had formed a family. D. They believed that children born of older parents would be smarter. |
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Eat less and exercise more-it has long been a magic word for reducing those extra weight. But now it seems that all the hard work may have been in vain. Scientists say there are ten other reasons why people just keep getting bigger. They say that sleeping habits, central heating, medicines and even some pollutants (污染物) can play a role in weight gain. Traditionally, people have focused on diet and exercise to solve the problem. However the scientists from top US and Canadian universities say that other things must be considered. Lack of sleep could be partly the reason. In recent years, the average night"s sleep has dropped from nine hours to just seven. Sleep shortage changes levels of the hormones (荷尔蒙) that control food intake and body fat and increase hunger and appetite. If it is too hot or too cold, we burn calories (卡路里) to cool down or heat up. But if the temperature is just right, the calories may be turned into body fat instead. Those who take medicine to control their blood pressure can often put on weight. Similarly, studies have shown that going on the Pill can add to a woman"s weight. Mother nature may also be the reason, with our body shape being partly inherited (遗传的). The overweight are also more likely to settle with partners of a similar size. And their children are more likely to be obese (肥胖的). And the use of pollutants is on the rise, say the researchers. The man-made chemicals in pesticides (杀虫剂) and plastics can lead to weight gain. Your mother"s age and your weight at birth are also important, with older woman more likely to have obese children and underweight babies having a bigger chance of being obese in later life. We also tend to put on weight as we get older. Finally, giving up smoking can also help pile on the pounds. The scientists from Yale, Cornell and Johns Hopkins said there was some evidence supporting poor diet and lack of exercise as the main causes of obesity. |
1. Which is commonly thought to be effective in losing weight? |
A. To have operation to cut extra fat. B. To take pills and avoid fatty food. C. To sleep less to burn more calories. D. To have less food and take more exercise. |
2. Which of the following factors doesn"t lead to overweight? |
A. Regular and enough sleep. B. Comfortable living environment. C. Not enough physical exercise. D. harmful chemicals in the food. |
3. Which of the following statements would the author agree to? |
A. Lack of sleep leads you to take in more food. B. Unpleasant weather helps you to put on weight. C. Obese parents are not likely to have fat children. D. Medicine for blood pressure helps you lose weight. |
4. What would women prefer to do to have healthy children? |
A. To have only one child. B. To marry at an older age. C. To marry a strong husband. D. To give birth to a baby at younger age. |
语法填空。 Experts say there are several ways to deal with stress. They include deep breathing and a method of guided thought called meditation. They also include exercise, eating healthy foods, getting enough rest and balancing the time 1 ( spend)working and playing. Exercise is one of 2 most effective stress-reduction measures. Running, walking or playing sports causes physical changes 3 make you feel better. Exercise also improves the body"s defense system 4 disease. And studies have found that 5 helps protect against a decrease in mental ability. Doctors say deep, slow breathing is also helpful. Many 6 (medicine ) studies have shown that clearing the mind through quiet meditation 7 (help ) you become calm. This causes lower blood pressure, reduces muscle tension 8 decreases heart rate. Experts also say keeping stress to yourself can make problems 9 ( bad ). Researchers have linked the failure 10 identify and express emotions to many health conditions. These include eating disorders, fear disorders and high blood pressure. (160) |
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You may know all about vitamin C, but do you know why vitamin D is also important to your body? Experts from the Children"s Hospital in Boston, US, have said that some teens don"t get enough of this important nutrient. Vitamin D is necessary for developing healthy bones. It is produced by the body with the help of sunlight. It can also be found in certain foods and drinks, such as livers (肝脏) and eggs. However, it is difficult to get enough vitamin D from food alone, which means enjoying the sunshine is very important. The doctors who ran the study tested 307 teenagers to discover how much vitamin D was in their blood. They found that 74 of the children tested nearly 25 per cent had vitamin D deficiency (缺乏). Of those 74, 14 were severely short of the nutrient. The doctors also found that the amount of the vitamin found in a child"s blood was affected by a number of factors. Vitamin D levels drop in winter, probably because less time is spent outside in the sunlight. Diet was also a key factor as well. Even skin color has an influence, as people with darker skin find it more difficult to produce the vitamin. Vitamin D deficiency can lead to many health problems for both children and adults. It is also believed that low levels of it can cause depression (抑郁). |
1. Vitamin D is important to your body in the way that it ______. |
A. helps to keep your liver work normally B. helps to build your bones C. helps to produce fresh blood D. helps to take in nutrient from food |
2. We know from this passage that ______. |
A. 25 percent of the teenagers in the world have vitamin D deficiency B. vitamin D plays an important role in a child"s blood C. sunshine is one factor in gaining vitamin D for a human D. the darker your skin is, the more vitamin D you"ll get |
3. The best title for the passage would be ______. |
A. Vitamin D and Your Blood B. Where to Find Vitamin D C. Teenagers and Vitamin D D. Don"t Hide from the Sunshine |
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