James Harrison's entire view on life changed at a very young age. At the age of 14, the Australian teen had an operation during which lots of strangers gave blood to help him. Seeing that his life was saved by the kindness of others, James decided to "pay it forward". Four years later, in 1954, he started giving blood.
The doctors soon discovered that James had a very rare type of antibody(抗体)---the anti-D antibody——in his blood.
In fact, the anti-D antibody could be used to deal with a condition called rhesus disease. In this disease, a pregnant(怀孕的)woman’s body recognizes certain markers on her baby's blood cells(细胞)as foreign. The mother's body then starts making lots of antibodies that destroy her baby's red blood cells. This unwanted course can cause serious illnesses during pregnancy, probably resulting in the baby's death。But James's blood was used to create a treatment plan that could stop the mother's body from becoming prepared in this way.
James was the very first person to give blood to Australia's Anti — D Program. James won the title of "the man with the golden arm” because he has given blood for 1. 173 times. He gave blood every two weeks for 60 years. But no matter how many times he's given blood there's one thing that will never change. " Every time I give blood, I never look at my arm. I look elsewhere or at the nurses, maybe talk to them a bit. I can't stand the sight of blood, and I can't stand pain, ” James said.
The Australian Red Cross says that the man's blood has helped save over two million babies. It is no wonder that he was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for his great deeds.
1.Why did James Harrison decide to give blood?
A.To earn a living.
B.To repay society.
C.To save a pregnant woman.
D.To help those who saved him.
2.In which way is James Harrisons blood special?
A.It can improve pregnant women's health condition.
B.It can increase pregnant women's red blood cells.
C.It can help babies produce anti-D antibody.
D.It can stop babies dying from rhesus disease.
3.How does James Harrison feel when giving blood?
A.Stressed and sad.
B.Proud and excited.
C.Frightened and nervous.
D.Thankful and encouraged.
4.What is the best title for the text?
A.A great hero who saves babies' lives
B.A disease affecting many unborn babies
C.A teenager who suffers from serious illness
D.A pioneer who finds ways to treat rhesus disease
高二英语阅读选择中等难度题
James Harrison's entire view on life changed at a very young age. At the age of 14, the Australian teen had an operation during which lots of strangers gave blood to help him. Seeing that his life was saved by the kindness of others, James decided to "pay it forward". Four years later, in 1954, he started giving blood.
The doctors soon discovered that James had a very rare type of antibody(抗体)---the anti-D antibody——in his blood.
In fact, the anti-D antibody could be used to deal with a condition called rhesus disease. In this disease, a pregnant(怀孕的)woman’s body recognizes certain markers on her baby's blood cells(细胞)as foreign. The mother's body then starts making lots of antibodies that destroy her baby's red blood cells. This unwanted course can cause serious illnesses during pregnancy, probably resulting in the baby's death。But James's blood was used to create a treatment plan that could stop the mother's body from becoming prepared in this way.
James was the very first person to give blood to Australia's Anti — D Program. James won the title of "the man with the golden arm” because he has given blood for 1. 173 times. He gave blood every two weeks for 60 years. But no matter how many times he's given blood there's one thing that will never change. " Every time I give blood, I never look at my arm. I look elsewhere or at the nurses, maybe talk to them a bit. I can't stand the sight of blood, and I can't stand pain, ” James said.
The Australian Red Cross says that the man's blood has helped save over two million babies. It is no wonder that he was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for his great deeds.
1.Why did James Harrison decide to give blood?
A.To earn a living.
B.To repay society.
C.To save a pregnant woman.
D.To help those who saved him.
2.In which way is James Harrisons blood special?
A.It can improve pregnant women's health condition.
B.It can increase pregnant women's red blood cells.
C.It can help babies produce anti-D antibody.
D.It can stop babies dying from rhesus disease.
3.How does James Harrison feel when giving blood?
A.Stressed and sad.
B.Proud and excited.
C.Frightened and nervous.
D.Thankful and encouraged.
4.What is the best title for the text?
A.A great hero who saves babies' lives
B.A disease affecting many unborn babies
C.A teenager who suffers from serious illness
D.A pioneer who finds ways to treat rhesus disease
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How old is “old” ?
How old is “old” ? 1.Two hundred years ago, you were old at 35. That was the average life then. At the turn of this century, as medical knowledge advanced, the average life span(长度) increased to 45. In 1950, 70-year-olds were really old. Today, a healthy 70-year-old is looking forward to many more active years.
So, how old is old? The answer is one you’ve heard many times, from all sorts of people. “You are as old (or young) as you feel!” The calendar(日历) simply tells you how many years you have lived. 2.
Once an unknown author wrote , “ 3.Nobody grows old by living a number of years; people grow old by giving up their goals.”
4.Alice Brophy, when she was with the New York City commission for the Aging, said, “It upsets me when people say, ‘Gee, you look young for your age!’ What does that mean? Is there some model that you’re supposed to look a certain way at 65 and 75 and 85? You know you can die old at 30 and live young at 80.”
There are many wrong ideas about aging. 5.Here are some of the more common ones. For example, most older people are in poor health, or older people are unable to change.
A.Old is a point of view.
B.It’s extremely terrible to be grown old.
C.The answer has changed over the years.
D.Your body tells you how well you’ve lived.
E.Older people are stubborn, unable to change.
F.Youth is not a time of life but it is a state of mind.
G.These ideas stereotype (固化) people on the basis of age.
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On April 14th,2010,my entire life changed in an instant.One moment I was joyfully riding through the sunshine.The next moment,metal,flesh and bone were spreading against the pavement in a thunderous crash.Another cyclist,biking carelessly,had cut me off and sent me supermanning toward oncoming traffic.
As if to symbolize the accident that had hit my life,another disaster also occurred on April 14th,2010.It cost the airline industry$l.7 billion.Ten million travelers were stuck for days.Economies all over the world were disturbed.This was the eruption of Eyjafjallajokull,one of Iceland's many volcanoes.
However,volcanoes are not all bad.In fact,they are necessary.They are responsible for the birth of new earth,and for the creation of rich soil.This eruption gave off 0.15 million tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere daily.But cancelling 48% of the world’s flight travel saved about 2.8 million tons of CO₂ from entering the atmosphere,temporarily decreasing our carbon footprint.
Similarly,the accident had badly affected my emotion but it also allowed me to look more closely inside myself and discover things about myself I never would have realized.I learned how not to judge myself for my new limitations.
In 1973,another Icelandic volcano,Eldfell,broke out.Icelanders decided to bomb it with cold water until it froze and chose a different path.After their plan worked,they used the geothermal (地热) energy for the next 15years to heat their homes.A good example of life bringing lemons,and making lemonade! One must move on from misfortunes,focusing only on the present moment and being hopeful for the future.
I ran from April 14th,2010,to every kind of escape.Eventually I ended up in university for a new-found love in Earth sciences.
1.What happened to the writer on April 14th,2010?
A. He was involved in a car crash.
B. He was stuck in Iceland's airport.
C. He witnessed a volcanic eruption.
D. He was badly injured on a bike ride.
2.Which was an effect of the eruption of Eyjafjallajokull?
A. Economy was cost globally by the eruption.
B. Carbon dioxide was increased temporarily.
C. Most of the world's planes were held up.
D. The earth in Ireland was terribly polluted.
3.Why did the writer mention the Eldfell volcano?
A. It broke out in Iceland on April 14th as well.
B. It symbolized the accident that changed his life.
C. It told us to make the most of given situation.
D. It encouraged him to know more about himself.
4.What is the best title for the passage?
A. Escape from Volcanoes.
B. Inspiration from Disasters.
C. Love for Earth Science.
D. Attitude towards Nature.
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For many people, remembering to take their daily medicine can be the difference between life and death. Yet, people forget all the time. Now a study from North Carolina State University has found that changes in daily behavior have a significant effect on whether we remember to take our medicine-and that these changes influence older and younger adults differently.
“We've found that it is not just differences between people, but differences in what we do each day, that affect our ability to remember to take medicine,” says Dr. Shevaun Neupert, lead author of a paper describing the research. “This is the first time anyone has looked at the effect of daily changes in how busy we are affects our ability to remember medicines.”
“For example, young people do the best job of remembering to take their medicine on days when they are busier than usual,” Neupcrt says. “But older adults do a better job of remembering their medicine on days when they are less busy.”
The researchers evaluated study participants who were on daily medicines. The participants were divided into two groups: younger adults(between the ages of 18 and 20) and older adults(between the ages of 60 and 89).
For both age groups, the researchers found that participants were more likely to remember to take their medicines on days when they performed better than usual on “cognition(认知)tests”-which evaluate memory and critical thinking.
“We found that cognition is an important factor in remembering medicines,” Neupert says. “but that how busy we are is also important." This has very real applications for helping people remember to take medicines that can be essential to their health and well-being.
“We've found such a disparity between young and old adults, that it's clear we need to tailor our messages to these two groups.” Neupert says. “For example, it is important for young people to stay busy and be active. That will help them, remember to take their medicines. However, we need to let older adults-know that they need to give particular attention to remembering medicines on days when they expect to be busier than usual.”
1.Which shows what is new about the research on remembering medicines?
A.Age differences. B.Differences between people.
C.Changes in the amount of work. D.Changes in the types of work.
2.What does the underlined word “disparity” in the last paragraph probably mean?
A.Difference. B.Disadvantage.
C.Connection. D.Coincidence.
3.What should old adults do when they are likely to forget their medicine?
A.Keep themselves busy. B.Take a cognition test.
C.Always remind themselves about it. D.Think of their health and well-being.
4.What does the research on remembering medicines focus on?
A.One's daily medicine and daily work.
B.The time and place to take medicine.
C.The connection between medicine and health.
D.Changes in daily behavior and age differences.
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Recently I had completely changed my views about life after a talk with one of my friends. He told me despite being 31, he was happy and32that it was because of something he saw in Thailand.
A few years ago he was33feeling sad and was touring Thailand. He said right in front of his very eyes, he saw a mother34her child's right hand with a knife. The helpless 35 in the mother's eyes and the scream of the 36four-year-old child still remained in his mind.
The37 mother made the child handicapped (disabled)38he could go out on the streets to beg.39by the scene, he dropped a small piece of bread he was eating.
And almost at once, several children40 around this small piece of bread covered with sand, 41bits from one another. It was the42reaction of hunger. He then went to the nearest bakery and bought every single loaf of bread. 43he gave out the bread to the children (mostly handicapped), he44cheers and bows from these 45children. For the first time in his life, he understood46 people could give up their 47 for a loaf of bread. He came to48how fortunate he was to be able to have a sound body, have a job, have a family, have the chance to49about food that didn't taste good, and have the many things that these people in front of him 50dreamed of having. Perhaps life wasn't bad at all.
1. A.in poor health B.on a diet C.in debt D.out of work
2. A.mentioned B.recalled C.explained D.insisted
3. A.certainly B.absolutely C.seriously D.really
4. A.took off B.cut off C.put out D.put off
5. A.impression B.appearance C.expression D.anger
6. A.unbelievable B.troublesome C.terrified D.painful
7. A.angry B.upset C.crazy D.hopeless
8. A.unless B.in case C.so that D.because
9. A.Puzzled B.Shocked C.Wondered D.Attracted
10. A.turned B.looked C.sat D.gathered
11. A.offering B.taking C.sharing D.giving
12. A.natural B.physical C.mental D.emotional
13. A.Since B.Until C.As D.If
14. A.accepted B.received C.heard D.rejected
15. A.unfortunate B.polite C.energetic D.greedy
16. A.whom B.what C.when D.how
17. A.honor B.identity C.dignity D.belief
18. A.think of B.conclude C.realize D.recognize
19. A.argue B.comment C.complain D.decide
20. A.even B.never C.ever D.hardly
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At a very young age, Professor Field used to__________ books on radio.
A. devote to translating B. devote himself to translate
C. be devoted to translate D. be devoted to translating
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The entire organization has to be ready to all of these changes at a moment’s notice.
A. refer to B. apply to
C. adapt to D. appeal to
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Movies we have enjoyed
Gattica Samantha Wynter from Mexico finds this movie interesting because it examines the results of genetic engineering of humans in the future. It shows the struggles of Victor, a man born naturally and with imperfections, to succeed in a world of genetically-designed, perfect humans.
Central Station Stella Tupinamba from Brazil reviews this excellent Brazilian film which was recently nominated(提名) for Academy awards. This movie which features the talented actress, Fernanda Montenegro, in Stella’s words, is “like a prize” for Brazilians. It’s a very special film. Don’t miss it!
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Masako Kanki from Japan was pleased to find the movie so faithful to the book, but a little disappointed in the lack of character development. Nonetheless, she found the movie fantastic and is eagerly looking forward to viewing more movies based on Harry Potter books.
Life is Beautiful Akiko Tanaka from Japan feels this Italian movie is a very special one. She found the story very beautiful, but very sad. She tells us the basic story of this heartrending movie, which shows us we should never forget what happens during wars.
1.Which type does the movie Gattica belong to?
A.Science fiction. B.Cartoon. C.Thriller. D.War movie.
2.What can we know from the reviews?
A.Central Station is a prize for Brazilians.
B.Victor is a successful man in the real world.
C.Akiko Tanaka was very sad when she found the story.
D.Masako Kanki wants to see more movies from Harry Potter books.
3.Which movie is not changing the original?
A.Gattica. B.Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.
C.Life is Beautiful. D.Central Station.
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A MENTORING (导师制)program is giving life changing opportunities to Banbury youth. Young Inspirations was founded two years ago to provide mentoring sessions for students and unemployed young adults aged 11 to 21.
Alex Goldberg, the program's founder, said, “We set up Young Inspirations because we wanted to give young people experiences that will potentially be life changing and broaden their outlook. “ “We try to create work experience opportunities which will make a really great difference to our youth. For example, we've secured internships (实习)with world - famous firms such as Honda.”
“At a time of funding cutbacks, schools are finding it more and more difficult to offer this kind of mentoring because of that - it is extremely important that these opportunities are available both to help youth with their school work and grades and to give them opportunities which may help shape their futures. “ Kieran Hepburn, 14, is one of a group of Banbury youth who has benefited from the program so far. In October, the Banbury School pupil was accompanied by Young Inspirations staff to Paris where he was an observer at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization's( UNESCO) International Youth Forum(论坛).
The event was held for young people all over the world to seek their views on how the future of youth and education should look. Kieran joined several hundreds of observers mostly in their 20s and was the only UK school pupil to attend the event. Kieran thinks the trip was a life changing experience. “ Before we left I didn't quite know what to make of it but when we got there we didn't stop. It was amazing. “ he said, “We went to three or four hours of debates each day and then did something cultural each afternoon. “
The main theme of the forum was how youth can bring about change in political and public life. It dealt with issues such as drug abuse, violence and unemployment. Kieran said: “ It has really helped me to improve my confidence and social skills as well as my school grades and I was voted most improved pupil at school in August. “ The Young Inspirations mentoring sessions take place each Friday in Banbury. For more details visit www. younginspiratiom. com.
1.Why is the Young Inspirations mentoring program set up?
A.To train staff for world-famous firms.
B.To provide youth with unique experiences.
C.To equip the unemployed for future jobs.
D.To offer job opportunities to young adults.
2.What does the underlined “that” in paragraph 3 refer to?
A.the influence of unemployment B.the lack of support from firms
C.the shortage of money D.the lack of opportunities
3.It can be inferred from the passage that ________.
A.the visit to the United Kingdom was amazing
B.Kieran has made great progress in many aspects
C.the youth have found a way to solve their problems
D.the mentoring sessions are held every day except Friday
4.Which of the following can be the best title for the text?
A.Alex Goldberg, Founder of Young Inspirations
B.Kieran, a School Pupil from Banbury to Paris
C.Debates Help Youth with Their Grades and Confidence
D.Young People Find a World of Life-changing Opportunities
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What Teenagers Can Do to Earn More Respect
As teenagers continue to grow and develop into young adults, the transition(过渡) into adulthood has begun. With so many physical and emotional changes going on, certain manners are often forgotten and other adult traits(特点) are not yet accepted as a way of life. 1. By doing the following things, you will earn more respect.
Contribute to the household(家庭)
At the very least, clean up after yourself. As a teenager, you are old enough to clean up after yourself. When you make a mess, clean it up. 2. All chores(家务) that you do help to reduce the load of the person who did them before. Now that you're old enough and capable, why shouldn't you contribute to the household? 3.
Be responsible
4. Whether they are basic things, like brushing your teeth or doing your homework, or more involved chores that contribute to the household, simply fulfill (履行) your responsibilities on time. When adults know that they can rely on you, their trust and respect for you will increase.
Solve more of your own problem without asking for help
Instead of taking the easy approach and asking for help, make an effort to solve your problems on your own first. The "easy way" is only easy for you, but it is an extra task for the person from whom you are seeking help. Seek help only after you have make an honest effort to solve your own problems. 5. When you become a good problem solver, you increase your valve to the community.
A.Everyone has certain responsibilities.
B.By being aware of these manners and traits, you can manage them sooner.
C.The people doing the chores before will greatly appreciate the help.
D.This includes, but is not limited to, your dishes and your room.
E.It will make your life more pleasant.
F.Depending on the problem, 15 minutes of effort is usually a good guideline.
G.When speaking to a group, speak loud enough.
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