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Things You Can Do In One Second To Make Your Life Happier
One second. That’s all it takes to make your life happier. △ Then check out this list of things you can do in a single second. That will bring more happiness into your life every day.
Give a great big smile.
Look for an easy way to make your life happier. Smile more. Smiling can help you feel better instantly. And it can be contagious. So give a smile to a total stranger on the street. Or if you’re sad, angry, or annoyed about something, choose to smile and laugh it off instead.
Take a deep breath.
Deep breathing is one of the best ways to reduce stress and bring balance back into your life. And it only takes a second. Take some time out each day to focus on nothing except your breath. You’ll find your life becomes happier, healthier, and less stressful.
Take a sip of water.
It’s no surprise that drinking water is good for your health. Try keeping a water bottle with you wherever you go, and take a second to drink water a couple times every hour. Drinking water can help keep you hydrated, control calories, filter your kidneys, and keep healthy skin.
Give thanks.
Happy people have this in common: They are grateful for all the good things in their lives. This means that to make your life happier, take a few minutes each day and count your blessings. Say “Thank you” more often. Show your appreciation when good things come your way.
instantly 立刻 balance 平衡 focus 集中 hydrated 含水的
calorie 热量 filter 过滤 kidney 肾脏 skin 皮肤 grateful 感激
blessing 福分 appreciate 感激
1.Which can best replace “ △ ” in the passage?
A.Do you think so? B.Don’t believe it? C.Am I right?
2.What does the word “contagious” mean in Chinese?
A.充满希望的 B.滑稽的 C.有感染力的
3.What can you do to keep healthy skin?
A.Take deep breath. B.Drink some water. C.Give thanks.
4.Which “second” in the following has the same meaning as in the passage?
A.Downstairs, on the second floor, Michael served Mona breakfast.
B.The gun was fired and Beaton was wounded a second time.
C.Can you just lift the table for a second?
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根据下面短文内容，在短文的空格处填上一个恰当的词，使短文完整、通顺。
We all want to live the life we dream of. However, at times, some negative (消极的) ideas may stop us. Hope the following suggestions can help to ignore those1. and go ahead.
Do What We Can Control
One thing we can control is doing what we can—eating healthily, exercising, reading and getting enough sleep. Doing the right things can help2. to achieve the most happiness. Also, it can make us move on in the3.direction. However, we should also accept that there are many things we can't control.
Take Calculated (预料到的) Risks
Success doesn't come4.risks. We all have to take risks in life, but try to make sure those risks are calculated. For example, you are working at a job that you hate, and you are dreaming of giving it up and 5. your own business. The thought is a start. But one day, you can't stand your job any more, so you leave it even though you haven't really had a plan. This is such a big risk that it will probably make you6.want to take a risk again. So just start with a small risk.
Don't Be Afraid of Failure
Thomas Edison is one of the greatest inventors in history. However, he7.many times. Did you know Edison created an electric pen? A ghost machine? Probably not. Well, that's because they were complete failures. But those failures put him one step8.to success. Think of failures as milestones (里程碑) towards success.
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Friends bring joy and fun to our life. To most of us, it's always easy to make friends but hard to go on one more step closer to our friends. The tips below will help you.
● Be yourself with your friends
Sometimes your friends may find out that your true personality is completely different from what they thought it was. In order not to make them lose trust in you, find some proper time to tell them what you really often do and like to do. And they may understand you.
● Get through the difficult times with small tricks
People never know what kind of chocolate they are going to taste. It is true of life. When your friends taste the bad one, why not tell something funny about yourself, like "Am I like a round ball?" Hearing this, your friends may be happy again. The best friends may not always agree with each other and even have few words for days. Some small tricks like telling jokes or calling him or her nickname(绰号) may help you get along with your friends better.
● Find proper ways to communicate warmly
There is no doubt that people like to communicate with their close friends as often as possible. Remember those special days in your friends' lives. Sometimes you book a table to help celebrate your friend's birthday, but when you call her, she tells you her birthday is not that day. Don't make it happen and remember the exact date. Having regular activities also provides good chances to meet and chat with your friends. Make sure your friends will come and have fun.
阅读以上信息，用恰当的单词完成下面的短文，每空一词。
If you want to build a stronger friendship, please read the following suggestions. First, remember to be honest and open with your friends, and let your friends know your habit and 1. . Second, life is full of ups and downs. When your friends are unhappy, you can tell something funny about the shape of your own 2. to cheer them up. You can play small tricks when your friends and you are not in 3. . Third, it's always meaningful to contact your friends often. Every important day in your friend's life counts. Make sure the date you remember is 4. your friend's important day. What's more, organize some activities and invite your friends join you. In a word, the tips above can 5. , and your friendship will last forever.
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In our daily life,while we hunt for happiness, we may often end up with bad feelings. Here are some tips to help you defeat your low feelings.
Talk with someone
When you talk with your friends and they can understand how you feel, it starts you on the path to refreshing. It also helps you to see yourself in less limiting ways, so you can get back to being who you want to be.
Get out of the house
Getting out can be hard i fyou feel like you don’t want to be around people. That’s OK for now, but at least make yourself walk to a place with a nice view or a place that brings you some peace. A change of scenery and fresh air will help you recover.
Watch a comedy
I know when you’re in a low mood, you may not want to make yourself laugh. But the cycle of sadness must be broken so you can get back to your normal life, and this is a very easy way to start.
Smile
The smiling actually releases chemicals in your brain that make you want to smile more and make you feel better. Go to a public place and wear that smile. People will smile back, and that will make you feel happier.
The idea here is to make your life better, and no one can do that but you. Please give it a chance. You’d be surprised at how easy it is to feel better when you do things to help yourself.
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1.Talking with someone helps you to__________in less limiting ways.
2.A change of scenery and__________will help you recover.
3.When may a person not want to make himself laugh?
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4.________________________________________________________
5.________________________________________________________
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Most of us have made an exercise plan, but only a few can follow it. WebMD (an American website) has listed the following tips for making exercise a habit in your life.
1. Do activities you enjoy.
Remember, there's no rule that says you have to go to a sports centre or buy equipment like swimming suits. Many types of activities, such as push﹣up (俯卧撑), can be done whenever it is rainy or snowy.
2. Exercise after work.
Don't go home first. Few people are so motivated (有动力的) that they will go out again and exercise after they go home and change clothes.
3. Exercise even when you are tired.
Tiredness is not an excuse. While exercising, you breathe deeply and your body makes better use of the oxygen (氧气) exchange. Then, you will feel energetic.
4. Notice that you are better than before.
It's great when your clothes fit better, you can lift heavier things or take exercise longer. There's something good too, like getting a good night's sleep or thinking more clearly.
5. Walk with a pedometer (计步器)
Not everyone can start out with 10,000 steps a day. Use a pedometer, and find out your daily steps. And then, try your best to walk 300 extra steps each day. Finally, you can reach 10,000 steps a day.
Complete the summary of the passage above with one word for each blank.
According to WebMD, there are some easy ways to make exercise a habit. First, when you do activities you enjoy, such as push﹣up, you don't have to consider 1. conditions. Second, the best way is to exercise before going home because most people are unwilling to go out again and exercise after 2. clothes at home. Third, keep on exercising even though you feel tired. That's because taking a 3. breath will help your body make better use of oxygen exchange. Moreover, pay attention to your 4. in exercising, like losing some weight, exercising longer, etc. Finally, walk with a pedometer and find out your daily steps. Then, increase the number of steps day 5. day. Your goal of 10,000 steps a day can be achieved.
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Is modern life moving too fast? Do you feel as if you are running hard, but staying in the same place? Well, you are not alone. According to a recent study, 78% of the young people say the “sped-up” pace（节奏）of modern life is making them feel really tired.
Rapid changes in technology and society are the main causes of the problem.1.With everyone connected by smartphones, young people can easily learn about the newest, the latest and the coolest things happening around them. No one wants to miss a hot topic. And with all the videos, games and the messages they get from smartphones, they feel uncomfortable when it’s quiet— so boring!
Is there a way to help stop the “sped-up” life? Yes, there is.2.Staying away from your phone for a few hours each day, we will put you back in control of your life. Even Bill Gates and Steve Jobs were worried about the influences of the technologies they had created.3.
As human beings, we are not supposed to be stimulated（刺激）all the time. It can even be harmful to both our physical and mental health.4. These things can help you lead a peaceful life. It’s a little bit hard at first, and you have to make a great effort, but it’s you who can take control of your time and life, isn’t it?
根据短文内容，从下列选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有一项为多余选项。
A.Turn off your smart phone.
B.However, the smart phone plays an important role in your life.
C.So, slow down to visit a park, read a book and take up a hobby.
D.And the continuous bombardment（轰炸）of information can be another cause.
E.They didn't allow their own kids to use the smart phone and the Internet for too long.
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Confidence is very important in daily life. It can help you to develop a healthy attitude（态度）. A study shows that the people who are more confident are much happier. They can have more chances to make themselves successful. But how to be more confident? Here are some suggestions:
Speak loudly
When you are not confident, you can’t do well ( A) _ you want to do. Your speak is in so low a voice that other people can (B)_______ hear you. Try to speak loudly enough so that people can hear you clearly. The high voice can help you become more confident.
Play sports
Physical exercise makes you tired but completely relaxed. A strong body helps you be full of confidence.
Encourage yourself
Write down a list of things you did during the day to see how many things you have done well. Did you finish your homework? Did you tell a joke that made everybody happy?
Give yourself praises for the good things you’ve done.
Get rid of (消除) fear
Fear comes along with failure. But it’s easy to overcome if you know that failure is part of life. Don’t hide your head just because you said something stupid last time. Try to start again and believe you can do better.
Pick up a hobby
If you like singing, sing as much as you can. In some ways, a hobby can make you outstanding. And I it will make you happy and confident.
1.回答问题Confidence can help you to_______________
2.How many suggestions are there in this passage to make you more confident? Write two of them.
____________ ____________
3.请根据上下文在文中A.B两处写出适当的单词。
A.__________ B. ____________
4.文中C处”it”指代___________
5.What does the writer tell us in the passage?
He tells us_________________________________________.
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Earth Day is an event celebrated on the 22nd of April each year. It is a day on which people take part in activities aiming at raising public attention about our mother planet and how to protect it.
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Below, we have listed 4 things you can do to make a better world for the future generations.
Leave your cars at home
Cars can be left at home this weekend. Travelling by public transport is a better choice.
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Be a little dirty
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Volunteer yourself
This is one of the best things you can do. It will do you good, too. Join other likeminded persons in a common task.
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Greenup your home
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Save energy by turning off all power whenever they are not in use. Besides, take out all the plugs from plug points even after turning them off.
Remember that every step counts. The future of our planet is in our hands!
A.If you have time, you can plant trees, clean a park or come up with the way you can protect Mother Earth.
B.We simply mean to say, don't take a bath too often. A day or two without a bath won't harm you, but it will do a lot of good for our planet.
C.You can celebrate Earth Day by showing your attention of environmental problems and letting others know what they can do. Even small actions can have great influence!
D.Turn off the lights when you leave your home. However, this is not something you should do just for a day or for only an hour on Earth Day.
E.Other greener choices are riding a bike and walking if you want a healthier life style and if your workplace is not far away from your home.
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Why is setting goals(目标) important? Because goals can help you do and experience everything you want in life. Instead of just letting life happen to you, goals allow you to make your life happen.
Successful people in life imagine how their life should be and set lots of goals. 1. It’s like having a sign to show you where you want to go. Think of it in this way. There are two drivers, one has a place to go to clearly in mind which can be found on a map. He can drive straight there surely without any wasted time.
The other driver has no goal, or a map. 2. But he drives aimlessly around, never getting anywhere. Just using up oil. Which driver do you want to be?
3. They decide what they want in life and then get there by setting goals and making plans. Unsuccessful people usually just let life happen by accident. Goals aren’t difficult to set and they aren’t difficult to reach. 4. You are the person who must decide what to achieve and in what direction to aim your life.
Research, tells us that when we write a goal down we are more likely to achieve it.
5. They are harder to forget. Also when you write your goals in your own way, you are able to make yourself realize situations that will bring you nearer to your goal.
根据短文内容，从下列选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有一项为多余选项。
A. He starts off at the same time from the same place.
B. By setting goals you can take control of your life.
C. It’s up to you to find out what your goals really are.
D. Written goals can be reviewed usually.
E. Winners in life set goals and follow through with them.
F. Stressful men don’t set goals in their life.
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Earth Day is an event celebrated on the 22nd of April each year. It is a day on which people take part in activities aiming at raising public attention about our mother planet and how to protect it.
1.
Below, we have listed 4 things you can do to make a better world for the future generations.
▲Leave your cars at home
Cars, can be left at home this weekend. Travelling by public transport is a better choice.
2.
▲Be a little dirty
3.
▲Volunteer yourself
This is one of the best things you can do. It will do you good, too. Join other like minded persons in a common task.
4.
▲Greenup your home
5.
Save energy by turning off all power whenever they are not in use. Besides, take out all the plugs from plug points even after turning them off.
Remember that every step counts. The future of our planet is in our hands!
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A.If you have time, you can plant trees, clean a park or come up with ways you can protect Mother Earth.
B.We simply mean to say, don't take a bath too often. A day or two without a bath won't harm you, but it will do a lot of good for our planet.
C.You can celebrate Earth Day by showing your attention of environmental problems and letting others know what they can do. Even small actions can have great influence!
D.Turn off the lights when you leave. However, this is not something you should do just for a day or for only an hour on Earth Day.
E.Other greener choices are riding a bike or walking if you want a healthier life style and if your workplace is not far away from your home.