As the parent of two teenagers who have playe...

As the parent of two teenagers who have played multiple sports over the years, I’ve seen the good, the bad, the ugly and the absolutely cruel.

However, when I think about the value of sports and why my kids continue to play sports teach kids lessons to become successful adults. Through sports, kids learn how to work in teams, have to take risks, how to challenge themselves to be better, and how to behave when they lose—and when they win.

Whether kids play soccer, baseball, football, or cheer, they learn they are part of a team where one person depends on another. When my son plays baseball, he’s not the only one who needs to play well; he depends on his defense to make the plays in the field. When my daughter plays tennis, she depends on her partner to cut off the ball at the net and win the point, and the tennis team depends on each person in order to win the overall match. Sports also teach children to trust and respect the decisions of someone who understands how the entire team needs to work in order to succeed.

Sadly, though, youth sports have suffered from the “winning isn’t everything; it’s the only thing” attitude. They have become too much of a refection of professional sports. Winning is a happy result, but the lessons from losing are even more important. When my daughter loses tennis match, her coach reminds her that you learn more from losing than from winning. Losing makes you focus on improving your skills and your strategy. We’re going to learn from our mistakes and not repeat them.

I believe that participating in youth sports is much more than building a sound body winning a scholarship to college. Sports are the best way to shape and build more self-motivated and happier children and help them become more self-motivated and happier adults.

1.What is the author’s attitude to youth sports?

A. Critical.　　 B. Positive.

C. Doubtful.　　 D. Unclear.

2.What does Paragraph 2 mainly talk about?

A. What sports the author’s kids take.

B. What the author’s kids do in sports.

C. How sports benefit the authors kids.

D. How the author’s kids continue to play sports.

3.What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 4 mean?

A. Teenagers don’t have to win every time.

B. Winning is the only goal for teen players.

C. Teenagers should work together to succeed.

D. Winning is not the most important in sports.

4.What is the best title for the text?

A. Youth Sports Build Better Adults

B. Teenagers Suffer from Youth Sports

C. Losing Brings More than Winning Does

D. Teenagers Perform Better than Adults in Sports

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Teenagers who spend hours in front of the television may have a poorer diet as young adults.

A study, which included nearly 1,400 high school students, found those who watched TV for five hours or more per day had less healthy diets than peers(同龄人) five years later. Why does this happen? Should the parents take any measures?

On the one hand, people who spend a lot of time in front of the TV, especially teenagers, may snack more, and that may affect their long-term diet quality.

On the other hand, TV ads for fast food, sweets and snacks tempt teenagers to eat more of those foods. And TV time might also replace exercise time for some kids.

Lead researcher Dr. Daheia J. Barr-Anderson, of the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, told Reuters Health a clear correlation between TV time during high school and diet quality in young adulthood. While the heaviest TV viewers were eating the most junk food, those who’d watched less than two hours per day had the highest intake(吸收) of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and high-calcium food. In her opinion, parents should limit and monitor TV viewing.

As far as I am concerned, children should watch no more than two hours of television per day. And parents should set a good example by eating right, being physically active and curbing their own TV time.

1.What’s the best title for this passage?

A. Teenagers’ TV Time May Affect Their Diets Later

B. People Should Keep Away from TV to Keep Healthy

C. Why Do Teenagers Like TV?

D. Parents’ Own Habits May Affect Children Later

2.What suggestion does the author give the parents?

A. They can’t do what they don’t want their children to do.

B. They must watch TV with their children.

C. They should forbid the children to watch TV.

D. They should pay attention to nutrition in diets.

3.The underlined word “ curbing” in the last paragraph can be replaced by “_________”.

A. adding　　 　　　　 B. stopping

C. controlling　　　　 D. checking

4.According to the passage, heavy TV viewers tend to _________.

A. eat more fruits　　　　　　　　 B. take in fewer vegetables

C. eat less junk food　　　　　　 D. take in high-calcium food

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Teenagers who spend hours in front of the television may have a poorer diet as young adults.

A study，which included nearly 1，400 high school students，found those who watched TV for five hours or more per day had less healthy diets than peers(同龄人）five years later. Why does this happen? Should the parents take any measures?

On the one hand，people who spend a lot of time in front of the TV, especially teenagers，may snack more，and that may affect their long-term diet quality.

On the other hand，TV ads for fast food，sweets and snacks tempt teenagers to eat more of those foods. And TV time might also replace exercise time for some kids.

Lead researcher Dr. Daheia J. Barr-Anderson，of the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis，told Reuters Health a clear correlation between TV time during high school and diet quality in young adulthood. While the heaviest TV viewers were eating the most junk food , those who'd watched less than two hours per day had the highest intake(吸收)of fruits，vegetables, whole grains and high-calcium food. In her opinion，parents should limit and monitor TV viewing.

As far as I am concerned，children should watch no more than two hours of television per day. And parents should set a good example by eating right，being physically active and curbing their own TV time.

1.What's the best title for this passage?

A. People should keep away from TV to keep healthy.

B. Teenagers' TV time may affect their diets later.

C. Why do teenagers like TV"

D. Parents' own habits may affect children later.

2.According to the passage，heavy TV viewers tend to＿．

A. eat more fruits　　 B. eat less junk food

C. take in fewer vegetables　　 D. take in high-calcium food

3.What suggestion does the author give the parents？

A. They must watch TV with their children.

B. They should forbid the children to watch TV.

C. They should pay attention to nutrition in diets.

D. They can't do what they don't want their children to do.

4.The underlined word“curbing" in the last paragraph can be replaced by

A. controlling　　 B. checking

C. adding　　 D. stopping

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John as well as the other children who ______ no parents ______ good care of in the center.

A. have; is being taken　　 B. have; has taken

C. has; is taken　　 D. has; have been taken

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Teenagers who spend hours in front the television may have a poorer diet as young adults.

A study, which included nearly 1,400 high school students, found those who watched TV for five hours or more per day had less healthy diets than peers(同龄人) five years later. Why does this happen? Should the parents take any measures?

On the one hand, people who spend a lot of time in front of the TV, especially teenagers, may snack more, and that may affect their long-term diet quality.

On the other hand, TV ads for fast food, sweets and snacks tempt teenagers to eat more of those foods. And TV time might also replace exercise time for some kids.

Lead researcher Dr. Daheia J. Barr-Anderson, of the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, told Reuters Health a clear correlation between TV time during high school and diet quality in young adulthood. While the heaviest TV viewers were eating the most junk food, those who’d watched less than two hours per day had the highest intake(吸收) of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and high-calcium food. In her opinion, parents should limit and monitor TV viewing.

As far as I am concerned, children should watch no more than two hours of television per day. And parents should set a good example by eating right, being physically active and curbing their own TV time.

1.What’s the best title for this passage?

A. People Should Keep Away from TV to Keep Healthy

B. Teenagers’ TV Time May Affect Their Diets Later

C. Why Do Teenagers Like TV?

D. Parents’ Own Habits May Affect Children Later

2.What suggestion does the author give the parents?

A. They must watch TV with their children.

B. They can’t do what they don’t want their children to do.

C. They should forbid the children to watch TV.

D.They should pay attention to nutrition in diets.

3.The underlined word “ curbing” in the last paragraph can be replaced by “_________”.

A. adding　　 　　　　 B. stopping

C. controlling　　　　 D. checking

4.According to the passage, heavy TV viewers tend to _________.

A. eat more fruits

B. take in fewer vegetables

C. eat less junk food

D. take in high-calcium food

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Friends and Buddies

This program is planned for teenagers who have special needs with the goal of meeting within a community with other peers. The purpose of the program is that it will lead to a better understanding of friendships. Gym, Swim, Surprise Guest, and Pizza are included. Ages 12-18, numbers of members are limited. Contact: Gloria Bass. This program is held 2 Fridays per month. Fees: $65/$85

Club Saturday Swim

This program is available to anyone aged 5-14 who is challenged by mental, physical, or emotional trouble. The program will be held each Saturday afternoon, 12:00-12:30 pm or 12:30-1:00 pm. Fees: $136/$260

Sibshops (Ages 10-13)

Sibshops is a program for siblings of children with challenges. It includes group activities and talk treatment ways with the focus on improving sibling relationships and whole family happiness. Location: Hope Church, Wilton CT. Wednesday: 4:00-5:00 pm. Fees: $50/$65

Banana Splits

Banana Splits is an educational support group for children in family trouble. Children aged 9-13 will have the opportunity to meet other children whose parents have separated or divorced, learn to recognize feelings, think of healthy coping skills and have a place to share their struggles through verbal, physical, and artistic experiences. Location: Hope Church, Wilton CT. Tuesday:4:30-5:30 pm. Fees: $50/$65

1. If you have free time only on Saturday, you can go to _____.

A. Friends and Buddies              B. Club Saturday Swim

C. Sibshops (Ages 10-13)            D. Banana Splits

2.Activities on how to lead to a better understanding of friendships are held _____.

A. 2 Fridays per month              B.12:00-12:30 or 12:30-1:00, Saturday afternoon

C.4:00-5:00 pm, Wednesday           D.4:30-5:30 pm, Tuesday

3. If you go to Sibshops (Ages 10-13) , you can _____.

A. meet with other peers                B. solve your mental problem

C. improve sibling relationships        D. think of healthy coping skills

4. Which of the following is TRUE according to the four passages?

A. They are all in the same place.      B. They are all free of charge.

C. They all hold activities each week.  D. They are all intended for children.

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Teenagers who spend hours in front of the television may have a poorer diet, a new study shows. It is not clear, researchers say, whether television itself is the reason, but it is possible that things like snacking in front of the TV or seeing ads for junk food influence young people’s diets.

The study included nearly 1,400 high school students. It showed that those who watched TV for five hours or more every day had less healthy diets than other students five years later. As a group, they ate fewer fruits and vegetables, but ate more fast food, snack products and fried foods.

“We’re not able to tell why,” lead researcher Dr. Daheia J. Barr-Anderson said. “But we have some speculation(推测).” People who spend a lot of time in front of the TV, especially teenagers, may have more snacks. It may influence their long-term diet quality. It’s also possible that TV ads for fast food, sweets and snacks make teenagers eat more of those foods. TV time might also replace exercise time for some kids.

The researchers found a clear relationship between TV time during high school and diet quality of the young. The heaviest TV viewers ate the most junk food five years later, and those who’d watched fewer than two hours every day had the most fruits and vegetables.

According to Barr-Anderson, the findings support experts’ advice that children should watch no more than two hours of television every day. “Parents should cut the TV time.” Barr-Anderson said. She advised that parents set a good example by eating right, being physically active and controlling their own TV time.

1.Is it clear that television is the reason for young people’s poor diet?

(no more than 3word)

(2 marks)

2.What kind of TV ads will makes teenagers eat more unhealthy food?

(no more than 10 words)

(2 marks)

3.According to Barr-Anderson, what should parents do to set a good example for their children? (no  more    than    15  words)                                                   (3 marks)

4.What is the passage mainly about?  (no more than 10 words)

(3 marks)

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In modem times, many teenagers have idols of their own who are always some stars on TV on the Internet, etc. These stars always think that a slimmer figure may be perfect for themselves. However, does size really matter? Are teenage fans trying hard to become like their idols? Do famous stars really have the power to influence people especially teenagers?

For the longest time, many parents blame (责备) teen idols for influencing the way their kids act. Have you noticed how teens idolize the stars these days? Even, their personal affairs are being followed by kids these days. Take for example the case of Lindsay Lohan or Mary Kate Ashley, They are definitely famous teen stars. However, since they are trying to project an image to satisfy a lot of people in show business their health and body suffer. Many kids are aware of this problem. But they are easily influenced by these stars to exercise and eat less.

It is a fact that the media and especially famous teen stars can influence people powerfully. But teenagers are easily influenced because teenage years are the period when our personality and identity developments take place. Teens watching TV shows and reading magazines are easily pulled into the dieting and harmful eating habits because the media have some ways to pull these acts. They use thin models and stars to endorse (宣传) products or to star in an up-and-coming shows or movies. With fierce competition, stars are forced to eat less and do extreme exercise routines to get the roles or offers that come their way.

Living in today’s time and generation is a bit disturbing to a lot of parents. Media, especially as well as the stars, have a very powerful influence to drive teenagers to good or bad. It’s good that we can control ourselves to avoid bad things from happening. If not, parents should really be aware and guide their teens to determine what’s in and what’s out.

1.According to the passage, we can learn that Lindsay Lohan 　　　　 .

A. lives a rich and happy life　　 B. lives an unhealthy lifestyle

C. doesn’t get any exercise　　 D. sets a good example for teenagers

2.Many stars have to be on diet

A. to keep healthy to face competition　　 B. to keep a slim size

C. to survive under pressure　　 D. to satisfy their teenage fans

3.In the author’s view, why are teenagers easily influenced by some TV shows?

A. They are in their development period.　　 B. They are tired of school.

C. Their idols often appear in many TV shows.　　 D. They have nothing to do in their spare time.

4.What’s the title of the passage?

A. Parent’s Responsibilities　　 B. Advice on Self-control

C. Media’s Bad Influences　　 D. Bad Influences of idols

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John as well as the other children who ______ no parents ______ good care of in the village.

A. has; is being taken                          B. has; are being taken

C. have; is being taken                                 D. have; are being taken

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John as well as the other children who ______ no parents ______ good care of in the village.

A. has; is being taken                  B. has; are being taken

C. have; is being taken                 D. have; are being taken

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