We live in a material world whose main qualit...

We live in a material world whose main quality is inertia (惯性), which is also one of our main qualities. Our physical bodies, as well as our personalities, naturally obey the law of inertia—we’re lazy, more or less.

When there is nothing to push us forward, as pain does, we can sink deep into the quicksand of slackness (懒散). It’s our nature and we must not blame ourselves for that. As a consequence, a painful experience arising from that quicksand of our inactivity pushes us ahead. Thanks to these shocks and injuries, we have gained depth of personality. Therefore, our wounds are blessings, too.

However, those painful experiences can leave deep scars in our mind. They inevitably influence our whole life in defeating and limiting ways. They produce negative beliefs, bad habits, wrong decisions, painful emotions, and so on. Although they have enabled us to mature and grow up, it’s obvious that we have to restore them.

The source of our pain is our attachment to countless experiences. Our attachments can be positive or negative, i. e. those experiences that we want to have, or those that we try to avoid. When we cannot gain what we need, or when we cannot avoid what we fear, we suffer. Painful life experiences usually gather within our mind into numerous aspects of personality, such as limiting beliefs, bad decisions, basic negative emotions and so on. They all have huge impact on our lives.

There are only two paths ahead of us: either we will continue to gain the depth of our being through suffering, or we will continue with our growth by dealing with suffering. The latter is much more pleasurable, faster and effective. But it still requires effort and continual work. The decision is up to us only.

1.When we are in the quicksand of slackness, what can push us forward?

A. Our nature. B. Our slackness.

C. Our complaints. D. Painful experiences.

2.What does the underlined word “inevitably” in the third paragraph mean?

A. Accidentally. B. Unavoidably.

C. Positively. D. Completely.

3.What is the fourth paragraph mainly about?

A. The roots of pain. B. The meaning of pain.

C. The positive function of pain. D. The ways to deal with painful experiences.

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We should produce less things from raw materials, _____ is growing smaller and smaller.

A. whose supplies　　　　　 B. the supply of which

C. which supply　　　　　　 D. the supply of whom

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We are lucky to live in a world that is full of incredible technology. Our living rooms are packed with computers, LCD TVs, video game systems, and Blue-ray players that help us enjoy the latest entertainment. Although these items bring us joy and convenience, they also create a lot of junk. Each device needs its own plug and adaptor to keep its batteries recharged, and over time these wires get tangled (缠绕在一起的). Thankfully, something has come along to help rid our homes of this mess while still supplying these devices with the power they need. It’s called wireless charging and this trend is just starting.

Wireless charging has a lot of potential for smartphones and other electronic devices. Electronic devices can absorb the electricity once they’re placed on a special charging mat. There are several advantages that wireless charging offers over traditional methods. For starters, cords (电线) have a tendency to wear out with use. Wireless charging users never have to worry about buying replacement cords. Wireless charging is also far more convenient for medical implants, as patients won’t need to recharge their devices through the skin using cords. In turn, this cuts down on the risks of infection. Wireless charging can also bring safety benefits, as wired charging devices that come in contact with water can increase the chances of getting an electric shock. Wireless charging gets rid of that danger completely.

Still, there are a few drawbacks to wireless charging. The first is speed. It takes a bit longer to charge devices wirelessly than it does if the device is plugged in. The process also requires more heat, so devices tend to get a bit hotter, which could create other safety issues. Also, since devices must be left on a special pad while charging, it is harder to operate them while they are powering up. This limitation may be gotten rid of in the future, as researchers are developing transmitters (发射器) that can charge several different devices in a room without the need to connect to a charging pad. Although wireless-charging technology may be far from perfect, it seems like a step in the right direction as we move towards a less-tangled future.

1.What is a problem with many modern appliances?

A. Most people can’t afford to pay for them.

B. They can cause a lot of junk around the house.

C. They go out of style too quickly.

D. They are not very entertaining.

2.Why is wireless charging beneficial for medical patients?

A. It often brings down the cost for their medical bills.

B. Wireless charging has shown to cure people of serious diseases.

C. It is more convenient to check or repair their devices.

D. It’s being used as a replacement for many pills.

3.Which of the following is a disadvantage of wireless charging?

A. Wireless charging means devices take up more space.

B. People can now buy fewer devices for their homes.

C. It takes longer to charge your battery wirelessly.

D. People can’t plug in their devices conveniently.

4.What seem to be the author’s attitude towards wireless charging?

A. Cautious. B. Uncaring.

C. Disapproving. D. Favorable.

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The Internet has changed the world we live in dramatically, so that in some ways it is unrecognizable from the place we lived in twenty years ago. Communications have been revolutionized. Not only have cell phones found their way into most people’s pockets or purses, but they are also used for next messaging and as cameras. Long distance phone calls have been replaced by e-mail and video conferencing. Communications, person to person or company to company, have turned into a fast-paced exchange with instant response. In fact, it has become more convenient and efficient.

The other kind of communication the Internet provides is information. School children and medical researchers alike will tell you that they could not work without the Internet and its ability to connect them to any number of websites and databases of information. Many people do their banking on-line. Others plan a trip and book a flight for themselves. People do their own stock  trading through the Net. Sports fans follow scores and statistics on websites. Political junkies(政治狂) gather campaign statements and debate topics, even between elections. And almost everyone who owns a computer and has Internet access has bought at least one item on-line. No wonder some young people can not imagine what life was like before the Internet.

Some Advantages of the Internet

I. ________1.________ of the Internet communication

●A fast-paced exchange replacing long distance phone calls with ________2.________ like e-mail and vedio conferencing

II. Accessibitlity to the Internet information

●On-line ________3.________ service

Convenience to do banking at home or office

●________4.________ service

Choices of booking traffic and accommodation

●Sports websites

Information about scores and statistics

●Political websites

Campaign statements and ________5.________

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I realize that we all live in a world where trust is in short supply. It seems that everywhere I go, I have to_______my identity and trustworthiness—whether it's a bank, shop or any office I have been accustomed to living by the_______that no one is trustworthy(可信赖的) _______proved otherwise. Yesterday I saw a young man who lived by a totally_______rule.

I was walking along a busy intersection when I_______a young man standing near the pedestrian crossing setting up a stall(货摊)._______I would ignore and hurry past such sellers. But I noticed this young man was_______so I stood for some time without crossing the street to see how he sold his_______.

Soon, a young mother with a little boy came by and the child set his_______on one of teddy bears. The mother asked the________and it was only one dollar. She pulled out a dollar note and told the young man that she was giving him 10 dollars and wanted the________back. I was________to know how he was going to do it. He told the mom to put the__________in the pouch(袋子) hanging around his neck and take out whatever change he________her.

I realized that this young man's whole mode of earning________ on trusting people not to cheat him. There was no ________for him to know if someone took out more out of his pouch of earning. I was so________by how this young man trusted people that I bought a car model from him I did not need it, ________. I just hoped to help a little.

Now I________believe that the world would be a better place if we could all learn to________others more, like the young blind street seller of toys.

1.A. introduce　　 B. present　　 C. prove　　 D. request

2.A. rule　　 B. habit　　 C. practice　　 D. law

3.A. if　　 B. since　　 C. although　　 D. unless

4.A. similar　　 B. different　　 C. special　　 D. common

5.A. approached　　 B. noticed　　 C. watched　　 D. looked

6.A. Actually　　 B. Normally　　 C. Informally　　 D. Casually

7.A. blind　　 B. handsome　　 C. disabled　　 D. strange

8.A. clothes　　 B. bears　　 C. toys　　 D. pouches

9.A. mind　　 B. interest　　 C. heart　　 D. attraction

10.A. price　　 B. stall　　 C. toy　　 D. help

11.A. money　　 B. charge　　 C. change　　 D. note

12.A. anxious　　 B. surprised　　 C. pleased　　 D. curious

13.A. hand　　 B. money　　 C. teddy bear　　 D. necklace

14.A. gave　　 B. owed　　 C. owned　　 D. showed

15.A. depended　　 B. settled　　 C. decided　　 D. focused

16.A. problem　　 B. point　　 C. way　　 D. doubt

17.A. attracted　　 B. shocked　　 C. excited　　 D. touched

18.A. either　　 B. instead　　 C. moreover　　 D. though

19.A. firmly　　 B. tightly　　 C. unwillingly　　 D. negatively

20.A. take in　　 B. turn to　　 C. help out　　 D. believe in

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Eyesight is the sense that you rely upon the most. Since we live in a world that requires your eyes to routinely stare at the small type and images on cell phones, computer screens, and televisions, it is important for you to improve and protect your eyesight. 1.

Eyes are just like any other part of the body. 2.Similar to other organs, a diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in sugar and fatty foods will go a long way in maintaining healthy eyes.

3.Plan to exercise your eyes when you wake up, before going to bed, or when your eyes are tired. Make sure your hands are clean so that you do not hurt your eyes and your mind is relaxed before starting.

Since you use your eyes every waking moment, give them lots of rest and relaxation by taking breaks throughout the day and getting enough sleep every night to fully rest, repair, and recover your vision. 4. In the short term, it can cause eye strain (疲劳) or dry eyes. In the long term, it can lead to damage to the optic nerve (视觉神经), which can cause pain and damage your vision.

Besides, most jobs nowadays involve some degree of computer usage, meaning almost everyone will be spending time in front of a computer. 5.To avoid this, you’ll have to properly try to limit your screen time by routinely taking breaks and exercising your eyes.

A. They need nutrition to function well.

B. Close your eyes when exercising your eyes.

C. A lack of sleep will weaken your vision health.

D. You can enjoy your vision for the rest of your life.

E. Unfortunately, this can result in eye strain or injury.

F. There are many ways to keep your eyesight healthy and sharp.

G. Exercising your eyes daily will help you maintain healthy eyes.

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There is so much competition in the world where we live. Every single person has a(n) ____ to succeed and be the best at what they can. There are college basketball players ______ reaching the professional level and students trying their best to get an “A” on their math test. We meet businessmen that have ____ a lot of money. We all have a role ____ we look up to, or have looked up to at some point in life, whether it is a respected elder in our family, a trusted friend around us, or a(n) ____ person often appearing on TV screens or magazine covers.

It is ____ having role models and looking up to people that ____ us. However, how often do you ask yourself, “Why is he smarter than me?” or “How did this person achieve such a great ____ at such a young age?” I went to a great high school that was very ____ and demanding; I saw many very ____ students graduate and get into a famous school. I also ____ when I got my math test paper back, I sometimes ____ why I never got consistent “A”s like the student sitting two seats away from me.

However, what I ____ after entering college was that one should never ____ their skills or levels of success with other people’s. Every single person is ____ and we all have some sort of unique talent. If you are not good at ____ or want to improve a specific skill, you have to learn how to be patient and understand your ____ and try to overcome them.

The ____ is that you can all become an honor student if you want to or even improve your running skills. But you have to keep in ____ that understanding your weaknesses and strengths is a very ____ step in the process. You have to learn how to look at yourself and set goals step by step so that you can track your improvement.

1.A. desire　　 B. choice　　 C. stress　　 D. ability

2.A. dreaming of　　 B. informed of　　 C. getting into　　 D. broken into

3.A. spent　　 B. taken　　 C. earned　　 D. offered

4.A. style　　 B. model　　 C. type　　 D. pattern

5.A. cheerful　　 B. strange　　 C. famous　　 D. awkward

6.A. funny　　 B. astonishing　　 C. ashamed　　 D. great

7.A. dislike　　 B. persuade　　 C. follow　　 D. motivate

8.A. prizes　　 B. success　　 C. medals　　 D. goals

9.A. competitive　　 B. acceptable　　 C. diverse　　 D. positive

10.A. careless　　 B. generous　　 C. bright　　 D. curious

11.A. suspect　　 B. suggest　　 C. remember　　 D. advocate

12.A. noticed　　 B. explained　　 C. wondered　　 D. believed

13.A. achieved　　 B. learnt　　 C. checked　　 D. removed

14.A. combine　　 B. compare　　 C. adopt　　 D. relate

15.A. perfect　　 B. simple　　 C. ordinary　　 D. different

16.A. anything　　 B. nothing　　 C. everything　　 D. something

17.A. advantages　　 B. weaknesses　　 C. potential　　 D. personalities

18.A. problem　　 B. question　　 C. truth　　 D. doubt

19.A. contact　　 B. touch　　 C. action　　 D. mind

20.A. important　　 B. difficult　　 C. interesting　　 D. obvious

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Since we are social beings, the quality of our lives depends in large measure on our interpersonal relationships. One strength of the human condition is our possibility to give and receive support from one another under stressful conditions. Social support makes up of the exchange of resources among people based on their interpersonal ties. Those of us with strong support systems appear better able to deal with major life changes and daily problems. People with strong social ties live longer and have better health than those without such ties. Studies over types of illnesses, from depression(沮丧) to heart disease, show that the presence of social support helps people defend themselves against illness, and the absence of such support makes poor health more likely.

Social support cushions stress in a number of ways. First, friends, relatives and co-workers may let us know that they value us. Our self-respect is strengthened when we feel accepted by others in spite of our faults and difficulties. Second, other people often provide us with informational support. They help us to define and understand our problems and find solutions to them. Third, we typically find social companionship supportive. Taking part in free-time activities with others helps us to meet our social needs while at the same time distracting (转移注意力) us from our worries and troubles. Finally, other people may give us instrumental support money aid, material resources, and needed services - that reduces stress by helping us resolve and deal with our problems.

1. Interpersonal relationships are important because they can ________

A. make people live more easily

B. smooth away daily problems

C. deal with life changes

D. cure types of illnesses

2. Which of the following is closest in meaning to the underlined word "cushions"?

A. takes place of                        B. makes up of

C. lessens the effect of                     D. gets rid of

3.What is the subject discussed in the text?

A. Interpersonal relationships.

B. Kinds of social support.

C. Ways to deal with stress.

D. Effects of stressful condition.

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Since we are social beings, the quality of our lives depends in large measure on our interpersonal relationships．One strength of the human condition is our tendency to give and receive support from one another under stressful circumstances．Social support consists of the exchange of resources among people based on their interpersonal ties．Those of us with strong support systems appear better able to deal with major life changes and daily difficulties．People with strong social ties live longer and have better health than those without such ties．Studies over a range of illnesses, from depression to heart disease, show that the presence of social support helps people protect themselves from illness, and the absence of such support makes poor health more likely．

Social support cushions stress in a number of ways．First, friends, relatives and coworkers may let us know that they value us．Our self respect is strengthened when we feel accepted by others despite our faults and difficulties．Second, other people often provide us with informational support．They help us to explain and understand our problems and find solutions to them．Third, we typically find social companionship supportive．Engaging in leisure time activities with others helps us to meet our social needs while at the same time distract（转移…注意力）us from our worries and troubles．Finally, other people may give us important support—financial aid, material resources, and needed services—that reduces stress by helping us solve and deal with our problems．

1.Research shows that people’s physical and mental health has much to do with________.

A．the social medical system

B．the amount of support they get from others

C．their strength for dealing with interpersonal ties

D．their ability to deal with daily worries and troubles

2.The underlined word “cushions” probably means “”

A．adds up to                    B．decreases the effect of

C．gets rid of            D．lays the foundation for

3.Social companionship is beneficial in that it

A．helps strengthen our ties with relatives

B．enables us to get rid of our faults and mistakes

C．makes our leisure time activities more enjoyable

D．draws our attention away from our worries and troubles

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We should take measures to improve ___________ is called the quality of living.

A. that　　 B. which

C. who　　 D. what

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