Exercise is one of the few factors with a positive role in long-term control of body weight. Unfortunately, that message has not gotten through to the average American, who would rather try switching to "light" beer and low-calorie bread than increase physical efforts. The Centers for Disease Control, for example, found that fewer than one-fourth of overweight adults who were trying to lose weight said they were combining exercise with their diet.
In rejecting exercise, some people may be discouraged too much by caloric-expenditure(热量消耗)charts; for example, one would have to quickly walk hard three miles just to work off the 275 calories in one delicious Danish pastry(小甜饼). Even exercise professionals accept half a point here. "Exercise by itself is a very tough way to lose weight," says York Onnen, program director of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.
Still, exercise's supporting role in weight reduction is vital. A study at the Boston University Medical Center of overweight police officers and other public employees confirmed that those who dieted without exercise regained almost all their old weight, while those who worked exercise into their daily routine maintained their new weight.
If you have been sedentary (极少活动的) and decide to start walking one mile a day, the added exercise could burn an extra 100 calories daily. In a year's time, assuming no increase in food intake, you could lose ten pounds. By increasing the distance of your walks gradually and making other dietary adjustments, you may lose even more weight.
【小题1】What is said about the average American in the passage?
| A.They tend to hate "light" beer and low-calorie bread. |
| B.They usually ignore the effect of exercise on losing weight. |
| C.Most of them were combining exercise with their diet. |
| D.They know the actors that play a positive role in keeping down body weight. |
| A.agree that the calories in a small piece of pastry can be easy to work off by exercise |
| B.partially believe diet plays a supporting role in weight reduction |
| C.are not fully convinced that dieting can help maintain one's new weight |
| D.are not sufficiently informed of the positive role of exercise in losing weight |
| A.Controlling one's calorie intake is more important than doing exercise. |
| B.Even occasional exercise can help reduce weight. |
| C.Weight reduction is impossible without exercise. |
| D.One could lose ten pounds in a year's time if there's no increase in food intake. |
| A.To stress the importance of maintaining proper weight. |
| B.To support the statement made by York Onnen. |
| C.To show the most effective way to lose weight. |
| D.To introduce the study of the Boston University Medical Center. |
【小题1】B
【小题2】B
【小题3】C
【小题4】C
解析试题分析:文章大意:本文讲的是身体锻炼在减肥中的作用。
【小题1】B细节理解题。文章的第一段The Centers for Disease Control, for example, found that fewer than one-fourth of overweight adults who were trying to lose weight said they were combining exercise with their diet.可知答案。故B正确。
【小题2】B句意理解题。根据下一段的第一句Still, exercise's supporting role in weight reduction is vital可知他们部分地认为节食在减肥中起到了支撑作用。故B正确。
【小题3】C细节理解题。根据文章第三段A study at the Boston University Medical Center of overweight police officers and other public employees confirmed that those who dieted without exercise regained almost all their old weight, while those who worked exercise into their daily routine maintained their new weight.可以得出答案。故C正确。
【小题4】C推理判断题。这篇文章主要讲的是身体锻炼在减肥中的重要性,作者向人们说明最好在节食的同时参加体育锻炼,这可以说是介绍一种最好的减肥方法。故C正确。
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
When it comes to social behaviour,mammals are in a league of their own.Some birds may form pairs,or even cooperate to hunt,but the complexity (复杂性) of their relationships can hardly compare to those within a school of dolphins,a herd of elephants or a group of humans.What makes mammalian social groups different from a flock of starlings or a shoal of fish,is that in many cases the individuals could recognize each other.Although we may think that all elephants look pretty much the same,we can easily tell individuals of our own species apart and it has become clear through studies that the same is true of other species.Dolphins have their own signature whistles that act like “names”,and elephants can recognize and greet other individuals they have known but not seen for many years.This is something that only a few species of birds appear to be able to do.
Mammals in complex social groups not only recognize each other as individuals,but also they remember a lot of information about that individual.Social groups often rely on this memory—such as knowing who is dominant to whom,who is related to whom,and who has done what to whom in the past.It’s like remembering who you have lent money to or done a favour for,and who hasn’t repaid that money or has talked about you behind your back.You have to learn who to trust,who your friends are,and who to watch out for.
All this remembering goes on in a particular part of the brain called the neocortex (大脑皮层).If you compare the size of a mammal’s social group with the size of this part of the brain,you will find they are remarkably closely related.This area seems to take a long time to develop fully and animals in which it is very large take a very long time to grow up to adulthood.During this time,the youngster has to learn all the rules of social behaviour in their group and to piece together all the relationships between the group members:Knowledge that will be needed to avoid getting into trouble.
【小题1】What is special about a mammalian social group according to the passage?
| A.All the individuals cooperate to hunt. |
| B.The individuals can communicate with each other. |
| C.The individuals can recognize each other. |
| D.The individuals form closer relationship. |
| A.are cleverer than dolphins |
| B.can recognize other species |
| C.may mistake a member for another |
| D.have good memories |
| A.will have a long period of time before they become adults |
| B.will spend a shorter time learning the necessary knowledge |
| C.will learn the necessary knowledge much more easily |
| D.will have more difficulty in growing up as adults |
| A.can live a longer life |
| B.have a smaller social group |
| C.have a larger social group |
| D.have a greater body size |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
For most people, shopping is still a matter of wandering down the street or loading a cart in a shopping mall. Soon, that will change. Electronic commerce (trade) is growing fast and will soon bring people more choices. There will, however, be a cost: protecting the consumer from being cheated will be harder. Many governments therefore want to apply street regulations to the electronic world. But politicians would be wiser to see cyberspace as a basis for a new era of corporate self-regulation.
Consumers in rich countries have grown used to the idea that the government takes responsibility for everything from the stability of the banks to the safety of the drugs or their rights to refund when goods are faulty. But governments cannot enforce national laws on businesses whose only presence is on the screen. Even in a country where a clear right to compensation exists, the on-line customer in Tokyo, say, can hardly go to New York to get a refund (退款) for a clothes purchase.
One answer is for government to cooperate more: to recognize each other’s rules. But that requires years of work and volumes of detailed rules. And plenty of countries have rules too fanciful for sober countries to accept. There is, however, another choice. Let the electronic businesses do the regulation themselves. They do, after all, have a self-interest in doing so.
In electronic commerce, a reputation for honest dealing will be a valuable competitive asset. Governments, too, may compete to be trusted. For instance, customers ordering medicines on- line may prefer to buy from the United States because they trust the rigorous screening of the Food and Drug Administration; or they may decide that the FDA’s rules are too strict, and buy from Switzerland instead.
Customers will still need to use their judgment, but precisely because the technology is new, electronic shoppers are likely for a while to be a lot more cautious than customers of the normal sort. And the new technology will also make it easier for them to complain when a company lets them down. In this way, at least, the advent(出现) of cyberspace may argue for fewer consumer protection laws, not more.
【小题1】In case an electronic shopper bought faulty goods from a foreign country, what could he do?
| A.Refuse to pay for the purchase. | B.Go to the seller and ask for a refund. |
| C.Appeal to consumer protection law. | D.Complain about it on the Internet. |
| A.international cooperation would be much more frequent |
| B.consumers could easily seek government protection |
| C.a good reputation is a great advantage in competition |
| D.it would be easy for consumers to complain |
| A.very quick | B.very cautious | C.very slow | D.rather careless |
| A.Self-regulation by the business. | B.Strict Consumer protection laws. |
| C.Close international cooperation. | D.Government protection. |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
Everyone has got two personalities—the one that is shown to the world and the other that is secret and real. You don’t show your secret personality when you’re awake because you can control your behavior, but when you’re asleep, your sleeping position shows the real you. In a normal night, of course, people frequently change their position. The important position is the one that you go to sleep in.
If you go to sleep on your back, you’re a very open person. You normally trust people and you are easily influenced by fashion or new ideas. You don’t like to upset people, so you never express your real feelings. You’re quite shy and you aren’t very confident.
If you sleep on your stomach, you are a rather secretive(不坦率的)person. You worry a lot and you’re always easily upset. You’re very stubborn(顽固的), but you aren’t very ambitious. You’re usually live for today not for tomorrow. This means that you enjoy having a good time.
If you sleep curled up (卷曲),you are probably a very nervous person. You have a low opinion of yourself and so you’re often defensive. You’re shy and you don’t normally like meeting people. You prefer to be on your own. You’re easily hurt.
If you sleep on your side, you have usually got a well-balanced personality. You know your strengths and weaknesses. You’re usually careful. You have a confident personality. You sometimes feel anxious, but you don’t often get depressed. You always say what you think even if it annoys people.
【小题1】According to the writer, you naturally show your secret and real personality .
| A.only in a normal night |
| B.only when you go to sleep |
| C.only when you refuse to show yourself to the word |
| D.only when you change sleeping position |
| A.He or she is always open with others. |
| B.He or she always likes new ideas earlier than others. |
| C.He or she is always easily upset. |
| D.He or she tends to believe in others. |
| A.He or she is careful not to offend others. |
| B.He or she doesn’t want to stick to his or her opinion. |
| C.He or she can’t be successful in any business. |
| D.He or she likes to bring others happiness. |
| A.He or she would rather be alone than communicate with you. |
| B.He or she is rarely ready to help you. |
| C.He or she prefers staying at home to going out. |
| D.He or she wouldn’t like to get help from you. |
| A.he or she always shows sympathy for people |
| B.he or she is confident, but not stubborn |
| C.he or she has more strengths than weaknesses |
| D.he or she often considers annoying people |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
Generic Name: ASPIRIN
Pronunciation: ['æsp?rin]
Why it is prescribed (开药方):
1. Aspirin relieves mild to moderate pain.
2. It reduces fever, redness, and swelling.
3. It prevents blood from clotting (凝结).
When it is to be taken:
1. Aspirin is often taken without a prescription.
2. Follow the instructions on the label and package.
3. If your doctor prescribes aspirin for you, you will receive specific instructions for how often you should take it.
4. Keep in touch with your doctor.
How it should be taken:
1. Aspirin comes in the form of suppositories (栓剂), capsules, and regular, coated, extended-release, and chewable tablets.
2. Regular, coated, and extended-release aspirin tablets and capsules should be swallowed with a full glass of water or milk after meals to avoid stomach upset.
3. Chewable aspirin tablets may be chewed, crushed, dissolved in a liquid, or swallowed whole; a full glass of water, milk, or fruit juice should be drunk immediately after taking these tablets.
Special Instruction:
1. Children should not take aspirin for fevers associated with flu or chickenpox (水痘) because such use has been linked with a serious illness known as Reye’s syndrome.
2. Adults should not take aspirin for pain for more than 10 days (five days for children) without consulting a doctor.
3. Aspirin should not be taken by adults or children for high fever, fever lasting longer than three days without a doctor’s supervision (监管).
4. Do not give more than five doses (剂量) to a child in a 24-hour period unless directed to do so by a doctor.
5. If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it and resume the prescribed schedule.
Side Effects:
1. Although side effects from aspirin are not common, they can occur.
2. Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, indigestion and heartburn are common. Take aspirin after meals, with a full glass of water or milk. If these effects continue, contact your doctor.
3. Ringing in the ears, bloody or black stools (粪便), difficulty breathing, dizziness, mental confusion and sleepiness are rare. Stop taking the drug and contact your doctor.
Other Precautions:
1. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding women, inform your doctor before taking aspirin.
2. Do not take aspirin if you are within three months of delivery.
3. Do not take aspirin if you are allergic (过敏) to it.
4. If you have diabetes (糖尿病), regular use of eight or more regular strength aspirin tablets a day may affect test result.
5. If you are taking large doses of aspirin on a long-term basis, avoid having alcoholic drinks because alcohol can increase stomach problems.
6. To prevent an overdose of aspirin, read the labels before taking other pain relievers and cold products to be sure that they do not contain aspirin.
Storage Conditions:
1. Store aspirin in a cool place or in a refrigerator.
2. Throw away aspirin that smells strongly of vinegar.
3. Keep this aspirin out of the reach of children.
【小题1】Which of the following about Aspirin is correct?
| A.It only comes in the form of regular tablets. |
| B.It should not be taken for more than 5 days for children. |
| C.It can be used to reduce fever and pain and prevent blood clotting. |
| D.It causes ringing in the ears or difficulty breathing after being taken |
| A.keeping in touch with your doctor |
| B.taking aspirin tablets after meals to avoid stomach upset |
| C.drinking a full glass of juice immediately after taking chewable aspirin tablets |
| D.taking more than 8 regular strength aspirin a day while suffering from diabetes |
| A.continue | B.make up | C.pause | D.throw away |
| A.blood clotting | B.stomach upset | C.lasting fever | D.sight problem |
| A.In a research paper. |
| B.In the package of a medicine |
| C.In a medical textbook. |
| D.In a scientific and technological magazine |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
We are all called upon to make a speech at some point in life, but most of us don’t do a very good job. This article gives some suggestions on how to give an effective speech.
You have to give a speech, and you’re terrified. You get nervous, you forget what you want to say, you stumble(结巴) over words, you talk too long, and you bore your audience. Later you think, “Thank goodness, it’s over. I’m just no good at public speaking. I hope I never have to do that again.”
Cheer up! It doesn’t have to be that bad. Here are some simple steps to take the pain out of speech making. Ask yourself the purpose of your speech. What is the occasion(场合)? Why are you speaking? Then, gather as many facts as you can on your subject. Spend plenty of time doing your research. Then spend plenty of time organizing your material so that your speech is clear and easy to follow. Use as many examples as possible, and use pictures, charts, and graphs if they will help you make your points more clearly. Never forget your audience. Don’t talk over their heads, and don’t talk down to them. Treat your audience with respect. They will appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Just remember: be prepared. Know your subject, your audience, and the occasion. Be brief. Say what you have to say and then stop. And be yourself. Let your personality come through so that you make person-to-person contact with your audience.
If you follow these simple steps, you’ll see that you don’t have to be afraid of public speaking. In fact, you may find the experience so enjoyable that you volunteer to make more speeches! You’re not convinced yet? Give it a try and see what happens.
【小题1】The main idea of this article is that .
| A.you can improve your speaking ability |
| B.a poor speaker can never change |
| C.you should always make a short speech |
| D.it is hard to make a speech |
| A.many people are afraid of giving a speech |
| B.many people are happy to give a speech |
| C.many people do not prepare for a speech |
| D.many people talk to long |
| A.speaking too loudly |
| B.looking at the ceiling |
| C.looking down upon them |
| D.using words and ideas that are too difficult |
| A.Do Not Make a Long Speech |
| B.How to Give a Good Speech |
| C.How to Prepare for a Speech |
| D.Try to Enjoy a Speech |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
1. Mean old ladies
There is always a reason why an old lady gives you a serious look – you are being too loud, dressed improperly or not crossing the street in the right place. Sometimes it can be lovely, but if you are already having a bad day, a mean old lady can drive you mad.
What to do about it:
I’ve come to realize that when people start conflicts, it is actually an expression of their inner state expressed in an outside way. You, your personality, your looks or your actions have nothing to do with it. It is not personal, so why take it personally?
2. That person, who cuts in front of everybody in line
This is something that gets me angry. Even if I am not in a hurry, I still feel bad for the other people in line who are being treated unjustly. Are you more patient than I am or do you feel annoying too?
What to do about it:
If we have negative thoughts then we are wasting our energy on negativity. Situations like this could be a great opportunity to learn to control our first negative responses and practice understanding. After all, the person may just have a quick question or maybe there is an emergency.
Friends that tell you “I told you so”
It is one thing to admit that you made a mistake and another to hear it from a friend. Friends should be there to support you and cheer you up when you are feeling down, not make themselves feel better at your expense, right?
What to do about it:
It helps to remember that when people say “I told you so”, they may mean, “Please listen to my advice to avoid future mistakes.” If this is not the help you need – voice it out, without getting defensive.
【小题1】According to the author, what can you do when meeting with a mean old lady?
| A.Take it personally. | B.Take it seriously. |
| C.Don’t apologize to her. | D.Don’t get upset. |
| A.stop him immediately | B.treat it with a good state of mind |
| C.pretend not to see it | D.teach him a good lesson |
| A.not to keep silent at a friend’s improper suggestion |
| B.to tell your friend if they have misunderstood you |
| C.not to talk to your friend if they feel better at your expense |
| D.to apologize to your friend when you’ve done something wrong |
| A.What to do when meeting with these people? |
| B.How to ask your friends for help when in trouble? |
| C.How to give advice to your friends when asked to? |
| D.What to say when faced with different situations? |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
You may think that sailing is a difficult sport, but it is really not hard to learn it.You do not need to be strong.But you need to be quick.And you need to understand a few basic rules about the wind.
First, you must ask yourself, “Where is the wind coming from? Is it coming from ahead or behind or from the side?” You must think about this all the time on the boat.The wind direction tells you what to do with the sail.
Let's start with the wind blowing from behind.This means the wind and the boat are going in the same direction.Then you must always keep the sail outside the boat.It should be at a 90° angle (角度) to the boat.Then it will catch the wind best.
If the wind is blowing from the side, it is blowing across the boat.In this case, you must keep the sail half way outside the boat.It should be at a 45° angle to the boat.It needs to be out far enough to catch the wind, but it shouldn't flap (摆动).It shouldn't look like a flag on a flagpole.If it is flapping, it is probably out too far, and the boat will slow down.
Sailing against the wind is not possible.If you try, the sail will flap and the boat will stop.You may want to go in that direction.It is possible, but you can't go in a straight line.You must go first in one direction and then in another.This is called tacking.When you are tacking, you must always keep the sail inside the boat.
【小题1】What should you consider first while sailing?
| A.Sailors' strength. | B.Wave levels. |
| C.Size of sails. | D.Wind directions. |
| A.The boat. | B.The sail. |
| C.The wind. | D.The angle. |
| A.Move in a straight line. | B.Allow the sail to flap. |
| C.Lower the sail. | D.Tack the boat. |
| A.In a popular magazine. | B.In a tourist guidebook. |
| C.In a physics textbook. | D.In an official report. |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
The Healthy Habits Survey(调查)shows that only about one third of American seniors have correct habits.Here are some findings and expert advice.
1.How many times did you brush your teeth yesterday?
●Finding:A full 33% of seniors brush their teeth only once a day.
●Step:Remove the 300 types of bacteria in your mouth each morning with a batteryoperated toothbrush.Brush gently for 2 minutes,at least twice a day.
2.How many times did you wash your hands or bathe yesterday?
●Finding:Seniors,on average,bathe fewer than 3 days a week.And nearly 30%wash their hands only 4 times a day-half of the number doctors recommend.
●Step:We touch our faces around 3,000 times a day-often inviting germs(病菌)to enter our mouth,nose,and eyes.Use toilet paper to avoid touching the door handle.And,most important,wash your hands often with hot running water and soap for 20 seconds.
3.How often do you think about fighting germs?
●Finding:Seniors are not fighting germs as well as they should.
●Step:Be aware of germs.Do you know it is not your toilet but your kitchen sponge(海绵)that can carry more germs than anything else?To kill these germs,keep your sponge in the microwave for 10 seconds.
【小题1】What is found out about American seniors?
| A.Most of them have good habits. |
| B.Nearly 30% of them bathe three days a week. |
| C.All of them are fighting germs better than expected. |
| D.About one third of them brush their teeth only once a day. |
| A.twice a day |
| B.three times a day |
| C.four times a day |
| D.eight times a day |
| A.We should keep from touching our faces. |
| B.There are less than 300 types of bacteria in the mouth. |
| C.A kitchen sponge can carry more germs than a toilet. |
| D.We should wash our hands before touching a door handle. |
| A.a guide book |
| B.a popular magazine |
| C.a book review |
| D.an official document |
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