Are you sometimes a little tired and sleepy in the early afternoon? Many people feel this way after lunch. They may think that eating lunch is the cause of the sleepiness. Or, in summer, they may think it is the heat. However, the real reason lies inside their bodies. At that time—about eight hours after you wake up—your body temperature goes down. This is what makes you slow down and feel sleepy.
Scientists have tested sleep habits in experiments where there was no night or day. The people in these experiments almost always followed a similar sleeping pattern. They slept for one long period and then for one short period about eight hours later.
In many parts of the world, people takenapsin the middle of the day. This is especially true in warmer climates, where the heat makes work difficult in the early afternoon. Researchers are now saying that naps are good for everyone in any climate. A daily nap gives one a more rested body and mind and therefore is good for health in general. In countries where naps are traditional, people often suffer(遭受) less from problems such as heart disease. Many working people, unfortunately, have no time to take naps. Though doctors may advise taking naps, employers do not allow it!
If you do have the chance, however, here are a few tips about making the most of your nap. Remember that the best time to take a nap is about eight hours after you get up. A short sleep too late in the day may only make you feel more tired and sleepy afterward. This can also happen if you sleep for too long. If you do not have enough time, try a short nap—even ten minutes of sleep can be helpful.
1.Why do you sometimes feel sleepy in the early afternoon?
A. Because it’s very hot in summer.
B. Because you eat too much for lunch.
C. Because you didn’t have a good sleep last night.
D. Because your body temperature goes down at that time.
2.What advice does the writer give on taking a nap?
A. If your time is limited, a short nap can also help.
B. Only people in warmer climate need to take a nap.
C. You’d better take a nap about an hour after you have lunch.
D. You can sleep as long as you like so that you won’t feel tired or sleepy.
3.What can we learn about “naps” according to the third paragraph?
A. Doctors need to take naps while employers don’t.
B. Taking naps is helpful for people’s health in spring and summer.
C. If you take naps every day, you’ll have less risk of heart disease.
D. All the people in warmer climates take naps in the middle of the day.
4.What can we infer(推断) from the passage?
A. You will feel less sleepy if you sleep for a long time.
B. Taking a nap whenever you want will do good to your health.
C. If you get up at 6:30 am, you’d better take a nap at about 2:30 pm.
D. Sleeping for eight hours and you’ll feel sleepy a short period later.
5.What would be the best title for the text?
A. Just For a Rest. B. All For a Nap.
C. A Special Sleep Pattern. D. Taking Naps in Warmer Climate.
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1.Bob is often late for school because he always gets up late. This makes his teacher mad. He needs to buy something to wake him up in the morning. 2.Tim likes listening to music when he is free. And he has to send e-mails to his customers(顾客)every day. He wants to buy something that can help him. 3.Summer has come. Tony is fat and he can’t sleep well on such hot days. This troubles him a lot. He’d like to buy something to make him feel cool. 4.Alice often washes her hair late at night. It is often wet when she goes to bed. She is going to buy something that can dry her hair in a short time. 5. Susan is a housewife. She has to do the washing for her family every day. She gets tired of it. She is in need of a product to do it for her. | A . This electric product can make you cool during the hot days. It can help you change the temperature and control the humidity (湿度) of your room. B.You can do many things with this product, such as sending e-mails, playing games, getting on line and so on. You can also listen to the music with it when you want to relax. C.This electric product is useful to all of us. People often have one at home. It is often put up on the wall. If you want to know the time, just take a look at it. D. This can help you wash your dirty clothes and dry them. What you need to do is to return it on and later hang the clothes on the line. With this electric product, life will be a lot easier for you. E. Each family needs this product. You can use it to store meat, vegetables, fruits, drinks and medicine. It can keep them cool and fresh so that they will not go bad easily on hot days. F. It is a very helpful product which tells you the time. It can wake you up with a piece of music any time you want, but you have to set the time first. G. When you wash your hair, you need this product. It can make your wet hair dry in a minute. It can also be used for drying your wet clothes or some other wet things. |
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Mrs. Smith has a bottle of medicine named 666 POWDER FOR COLD at home. Here is the instruction of it.
1.What kind of patients mustn’t take 666 POWDER FOR COLD ?
A. The patients who have got a fever.
B. The patients who have got a cough.
C. The patients who have got a sore throat.
D. The patients who have got a heart disease.
2.How many days can a bottle of 666 POWDER FOR COLD last for an adult patient at least? A. One day B. Two days.
C. Three days D. Six days.
3.Mrs. Smith’s baby, John, six months old, has got a cold. What do you think she should do ?
A. She should feed him 1/2 spoon of 666 POWDER FOR COLD three times a day
B. She should feed him 1 spoon of 666 POWDER FOR COLD three times a day.
C. She should take him to see a doctor and get to know what’s wrong with her son.
D. She should feed him 1/2 spoon of 666 POWDER FOR COLD only once
4. Which of the following is NOT true?
A. Patients can take the 666 POWDER FOR COLD in February , 2015.
B. If patients take more than one spoon at a time, they need to see a doctor.
C. If patients don’t feel well after taking, they need to see a doctor.
D. Patients can’t use 666 POWDER FOR COLD for more than seven days.
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Comets(彗星) are parts of our solar system. Like the planets, they go around the sun.
But comets are not made of solid rocks like planets. A comet is a ball of dust, stones, and ice. Many people call comets dirty snowballs.
The “snowball” may be only a few miles across. But when the sun heats the “snowball,” much of it is changed to gases. The gases spread out and form the comet’s head, which may be thousands of miles across.
A comet moves fast in its trip around the sun. But when we see it, the comet does not seem to move. That’s because it is so far away. The moon moves fast, but when you look at it, you can’t see any motion(运动). That’s because the moon is far away.
Each year astronomers(天文学家) discover new comets. Some of them are seen only once. They make one trip around the sun and then go away out into space. The sun’s gravity cannot hold them.
Other comets, like Halley, keep returning. They have been captured by the sun. Halley’s earliest visit was probably 3,000 years ago. It may keep returning for another 3,000 years.
But every time a comet goes around the sun, the comet loses part of itself. Gases and dust are pulled out of the comet. That’s why Halley is now dimmer(暗淡的) than it used to be. Next time it visits us, in 2062, it may be even dimmer. Each visit it may get dimmer and dimmer, until it finally disappears.
1.What is this passage mostly about?
A.Comets and the sun. |
B.Why comets are like snowballs. |
C.Who discovered the first comet. |
D.Facts about comets. |
2.How does the writer help the reader understand what a comet looks like?
A.By telling about a famous one. |
B.By explaining how far away it is. |
C.By describing how fast it moves. |
D.By describing it as a dirty snowball. |
3.What is the most likely reason the writer wrote this passage?
A.To give information about comets. |
B.To tell readers about famous comets. |
C.To explain the importance of comets. |
D.To encourage readers to look for comets. |
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In the mid 1990s, people started doing business on the Internet. At that time, there were two kinds of companies. First, there were traditional companies which sold things in stores. Then, there were Internet companies which didn’t have stores, they sold things only over the Net.
Traditional companies didn’t want to lose any business. Quickly, they created their own websites and began selling things over the Net. These are the so-called “brick and click” companies. Many stores are made of brick, and you click on your mouse to buy things with your computer. That’s where the name “brick and click” comes from.
By the late 1990s, e-businesses like Amazon.com, Buy.com, and eToys.com were in trouble. Their profits(利润) were not very high, and there was a lot of competition. Many of these businesses lost a lot of money, and in 2000, many e-businesses were out of business.
In the world of e-commerce(电子商务), companies are fighting for every dollar and every customer. Will brick and click companies win the war? Only time will tell.
1.Many traditional companies created their own websites in________.
A.the early l990s | B.the mid l990s |
C.the late l990s | D.1990s |
2.Why were Internet companies in a lot of trouble in the late 1990s?
A.Competition was heavy. |
B.Their websites were bad. |
C.They didn’t know what to sell. |
D.Their profits were high. |
3.Which would be a brick and click company?
A.A clothing company with no website. |
B.A bookseller with five stores and an Internet site. |
C.A video seller with a big website but no stores. |
D.A restaurant. |
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This will offer you some information about our school library.You can use this guide to help your kids use our library.
Service hours:3:00 pm—5:30 pm on school days;8:30 am—11:00 am on weekends
On school days, your kids may borrow or return books during opening hours only when his classroom teacher allows him to.At the weekend, our library is open to both you and your kids.
Borrowing
Each student can borrow one or two books at a time: More books can be borrowed only for class reading activities and school research.
Returning:
Books borrowed from the library can be kept for 15 school days.The books must be returned before the due (到期的)date or the kid can not borrow other books.
Damaged(受损的) or Lost Books
When a book is returned in a damaged condition, the kid will have to pay three dollars for the damage.Full price must be paid if a book is lost.We encourage students to carry their library books in plastic bags to protect them from rainy weather.
Please call us at 3362—1323 for more information.
1.Students can borrow more than two books at a time__________.
A.for sending exams
B.to do school research
C.for after-school activities
D.to read together with their parents
2.________must be paid when a student loses the book he borrows.
A.Three dollars
B.Half the price of the book
C.Full price of the book
D.Twice the price of the book
3.The students are advised to _________to prevent rain.
A.carry their library books in plastic bags
B.cover their library books with raincoats
C.put their library books into their pocket
D.keep their library books in their classroom
4.This library guide is for_______.
A.teachers from Wildwood
B.workers in Wildwood School Library
C.visitors to Wildwood School
D.parents of the Wildwood School students
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The human brain weighs about 1.4 kilograms, but it can, hold much more information than most computers. However, there is another difference between humans and computers. Computers don't forget information they are given, but humans often do. No one remembers everything, and luckily we don't usually have to. But everyone can improve their memory if they want to. Here are some suggestions.
◆Try to use new information immediately*. For example, if you meet someone who says "Hi! I'm Carlos," don't just say "Hello." Repeat the person's name. Say "________"
◆Break a big number into smaller parts. For example, it's hard to memorize 109244153. But if you break it into three parts--109/244/153—it becomes easier.
◆Write out what you need to remember over and over again. This will help you keep it in mind longer, especially for memorizing formulas * or facts.
◆Always review information. If you bring what you've learned back to your mind, they become easier to remember. For example, before you go to sleep, it’s a good idea to review the new things you learned that clay.
◆Discuss with a friend. It is always easier to remember things through discussions. You can have a discussion about what's right and what's wrong, and it will lead to the right answer.
◆Never tell yourself that you have a bad memory. You can always do something to help improve your memory. And everyone's memory gets better if they use it often enough.
All of the suggestions are helpful. If you follow them, you are certain to improve your memory.
1.How many suggestions are mentioned in the passage?
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. D. Six.
2.Which should be put in the blank (空格) in Paragraph 2?
A. Hello, Carlos. B. How do you do?
C. Hello, I am Sophia. D. Glad to meet you!
3.What can help memorize a big number more easily according to the passage?
A. To store it in a computer.
B. To break it into smaller parts.
C. To discuss it with a friend.
D. To review it before you sleep.
4.Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A. Human beings can improve their memory by computer.
B. Always reviewing information can help you fall asleep.
C. Formulas and facts can help you learn about your brain.
D. Try to be confident and improve your memory by using it often.
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On February 9th, 2013, Sarah Darling was walking along the street when she met a homeless man named Billy Ray Harris. She reached into her change purse, emptied out all the coins she had and gave them to the homeless man. Neither of them realized that this small generous act would change their lives.
Sarah didn’t realize that she had given Billy not only all her change but also her diamond ring that she had put in her change purse earlier until the following morning. She and her husband, Bill Krejci, rushed to see if they could find Billy. The homeless man was not only in the same place, he also immediately returned the ring. The grateful couple paid him back for his honesty by emptying out their pockets of all the money they had.
Bob Krejci, a web designer, felt that he needed to do something more for this amazingly honest man. So on February 18th, he set up a special page to raise money for him. In just four days, Billy received over $85,000 and there seems to be no end yet.
That is not enough. Billy is living with a person who is generous instead of living in the streets. And that’s not all—Thanks to the news report, he got together again with his older brother, Edwin Harris who he had been unable to find for 27 years.
All the good luck is just because Billy did the right thing—returning something that did not belong to him.
1.When did Sarah realize that she had also given Billy her diamond ring?
A. On February 9th, 2013 B. On February 10th, 2013
C. On February 18th, 2013 D. On February 22nd 2013
2.Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Billy is living with a generous person.
Billy has found his brother.
Billy bought a diamond ring.
Billy appeared in the news report
3.The underlined word “That” in Paragraph 4 refers to(指代) “________”.
A. returning the ring B. setting up a page
C. living in the streets D. receiving money
4.What’s the best title of the passage ?
A. Generous Woman Changed Her Own Life
B. Kind Man Set Up Special Page
C. Homeless Man Returned Diamond Ring
D. Many People Donated Much Money
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The Flying Hat By Shannon Blackman
“The most sidesplitting story I’ve ever read. I couldn’t help laughing after I finished it. Be ready to laugh your heart out.” Willy King, Best Book winner |
“It’s a story that makes you smile in your dreams. Blackman’s excellent writing cheers you up.” The Tide, London |
“One of the best-selling books of the year. More than two million copies have been sold.” The Sunday Reader, New York |
“This book has become the talk of the country. The story is making its way into movie theaters. I can’t wait to see it!” Marian Miller, author of Ms. Lilly |
1.Who is the writer of The Flying Hat?
A. Marian Miller B. Willy King
C. Shannon Blackman D. Ms. Lily
2.What does sidesplitting mean?
A. Simple. B. Funny. C. Serious. D. Difficult.
3.Which is said about The Flying Hat?
A. A movie about the story is coming out.
B. People can buy the book all over the world.
C. The writer started the book because of a mistake.
D. The story is about a boy with a magic book.
九年级英语阅读理解困难题查看答案及解析
Life is full of happiness and bitters. Do you choose to live a happy life or a bittery one?
In my opinion, happiness is for everyone. You don’t need to care about those who have beautiful houses with large gardens and swimming pools or those who have nice cars and lots of money and so on. Why? Because those who have big house may often feel lonely and those who have cars may want to walk on the country roads at their free time.
In fact, happiness is always around you if you put your heart into it. When you are in trouble at school, your friends will help you; when you study hard at your lessons, your parents are always taking good care of your life and your health; when you get success, your friends will say congratulations to you; when you do something good to others, you will feel happy, too. All these are your happiness. If you notice them, you can see that happiness is always around you.
Happiness is not the same as money. It is a feeling of your heart. When you are poor, you can also say you are very happy, because you have something else that can’t be bought with money. When you meet with difficulties, you can say loudly you are very happy, because you have bad luck. As the saying goes, life is like a revolving (旋转) door. When it closes, it also opens. If you take every chance you get, you can be a happy and lucky person.
1.Happiness is for .
A.those who have large and beautiful houses
B.those who have cars
C.those who have lots of money
D.all people
2.When you do something wrong, .
A.people around you will help you
B.you will have no chance to challenge yourself
C.your classmates will laugh at you
D.you will be happy
3.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A.When you get success, your friends will be very proud of you.
B.You can get help from others when you make mistakes.
C.You can still be a happy person even if you have little money.
D.All of the above..
4.We say “Happiness is not the same as money.” because .
A.money always brings happiness
B.money doesn’t always bring happiness
C.everything can be bought with money
D.only rich doesn’t always bring happiness
5.Which is the best title of the passage?
A.Happiness B.Happy and Lucky
C.Do Something Good to Others D.Life and Success
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