A
Once again,the Christmas season was upon us and my daughter Tania was asking,"What do you want for Christmas,Dad?"
In the small town where we lived,life had a certain rhythm,and the festival season was full of ritual（仪式）.But this particular year,my daughter,Tania,changed all that.
Every day for two weeks before Christmas,unable to contain her excitement,she repeatedly said,"You'll never guess,hut you're going to love what we got you for Christmas!"She was determined that I should be impressed.
On the 24th,my wife and I were asked to join the kids for some last-minute shopping.We chose to stay at home. Four hours later,the kids were back at the door,shopping mission completed.
"We have your gift out in the car,Dad,"Tania exclaimed,"and it's getting cold!"
We were then ordered to leave the room.No,not just to another room,but upstairs and out of sight. So, obediently,we went upstairs.
A few minutes later,we heard them calling,"Okay,you can come down now!"
Immediately,my excited daughter said,"Open it now!"
By now,my daughter was about to explode with excitement,and I,too,had passed the stage of mildly curious, feeling somewhere between inquisitive（好奇的）and demanding.
Finally,we arrived at the unveiling."Okay,"Tania instructed us,"on the count of three both of you grab a corner of the blanket."She stood by with the camera,and even though I was trying my best to remain unimpressed.My wife and I lifted the blanket,and the gift was exposed.
I thought,I can't believe my eyes!Perhaps I am delusional（妄想的）!This is just not possible!The flash of my daughter's camera went off,when rising up out of that heap of blankets and wrapping me in an enormous hear hug was none other than my six-foot-two (1.89 meters),175 pound (79 kilograms) son Greg,home for Christmas for the first time in 19 years!
21.What does the word "contain" mean in Paragraph 3?
A.keep s feeling or yourself under control B.consist of
C.have or hold something within D.prevent a problem from spreading
22.What is the daughter's Christmas gift for her father?
A.A camera. B.A big hug.C.His son's coming hack home. D.A blanket.
23.Before the gift was exposed,how did the father feel?
A.Curious. B.Unimpressed. C.Amazed. D.Delusional.
24.What's the best title for the passage?
A.The Christmas SeasonB.A Special Christmas Gift
C.A Big SurpriseD.Home for Christmas for the First Time
B
Losing weight has become a major concern for so many people.People try different weight loss methods all the time,some of which will never work,while others provide just a temporary solution.It is important to note that there are some green ways to lose weight that are not only healthy and effective but also good for the environment.Let us look at some of these green ways to lose weight.
Growing your own vegetables is a good way to ensure that you are eating healthy foods.The process is even better if you can use organic manure（肥料）.Planting your own vegetables is not only a good way to go green;it also provides you with plenty of physical exercise.Preparing a garden,including planting and taking care of the vegetables,is a great way to achieve a healthy weight.
If you usually eat meat on a daily basis,you should consider replacing that meat with more vegetables.If you have no idea what vegetarian diets are like,you can do some research on the Internet,and you can also get information from vegetarian magazines such as Vegetarian Times Magazine.By reducing your intake of meat,you will he able to reduce your intake of fats,and hence,it will he easier for you to get rid of some weight.
Reduce periods of driving and try walking or cycling instead.If you are used to driving your car to get to wherever you are going,it would he great for you if you substituted walking or cycling for driving.Cycling and walking are good workouts that will ensure that your body burns excess fat and calories,and therefore,you will he able to lose weight.
It is important to know that there are so many ways in which we can turn our had habits into good ones. Most of these good habits will not only benefit our bodies;they will also make the world a better place for all of us.Let's go green,and let's lose weight!
25.What does the first paragraph imply?
A.Most people have good ways to lose weight.B.Most weight loss methods don't work well.
C.People don't like the taste of healthy food.D.People don't care about the environment.
26.What does Vegetarian Times Magazine offer?
A.It introduces people who prefer vegetables.B.It tells readers about vegetarian diets.
C.It describes different kinds of popular meat dishes.D.It shows ways to lose weight in a short time.
27.What can we infer from the passage?
A.It is easy to lose weight if you've developed good habits.B.Walking or cycling is the best way to lose weight.
C.Almost no one has developed good habits.D.A green environment is good for your health.
28.What is the passage mainly about?
A.A few green ways to lose weight.B.The environment and children's health.
C.A few benefits of losing weight.D.The importance of staying in shape.
Once again,the Christmas season was upon us and my daughter Tania was asking,"What do you want for Christmas,Dad?"
In the small town where we lived,life had a certain rhythm,and the festival season was full of ritual（仪式）.But this particular year,my daughter,Tania,changed all that.
Every day for two weeks before Christmas,unable to contain her excitement,she repeatedly said,"You'll never guess,hut you're going to love what we got you for Christmas!"She was determined that I should be impressed.
On the 24th,my wife and I were asked to join the kids for some last-minute shopping.We chose to stay at home. Four hours later,the kids were back at the door,shopping mission completed.
"We have your gift out in the car,Dad,"Tania exclaimed,"and it's getting cold!"
We were then ordered to leave the room.No,not just to another room,but upstairs and out of sight. So, obediently,we went upstairs.
A few minutes later,we heard them calling,"Okay,you can come down now!"
Immediately,my excited daughter said,"Open it now!"
By now,my daughter was about to explode with excitement,and I,too,had passed the stage of mildly curious, feeling somewhere between inquisitive（好奇的）and demanding.
Finally,we arrived at the unveiling."Okay,"Tania instructed us,"on the count of three both of you grab a corner of the blanket."She stood by with the camera,and even though I was trying my best to remain unimpressed.My wife and I lifted the blanket,and the gift was exposed.
I thought,I can't believe my eyes!Perhaps I am delusional（妄想的）!This is just not possible!The flash of my daughter's camera went off,when rising up out of that heap of blankets and wrapping me in an enormous hear hug was none other than my six-foot-two (1.89 meters),175 pound (79 kilograms) son Greg,home for Christmas for the first time in 19 years!
21.What does the word "contain" mean in Paragraph 3?
A.keep s feeling or yourself under control B.consist of
C.have or hold something within D.prevent a problem from spreading
22.What is the daughter's Christmas gift for her father?
A.A camera. B.A big hug.C.His son's coming hack home. D.A blanket.
23.Before the gift was exposed,how did the father feel?
A.Curious. B.Unimpressed. C.Amazed. D.Delusional.
24.What's the best title for the passage?
A.The Christmas SeasonB.A Special Christmas Gift
C.A Big SurpriseD.Home for Christmas for the First Time
B
Losing weight has become a major concern for so many people.People try different weight loss methods all the time,some of which will never work,while others provide just a temporary solution.It is important to note that there are some green ways to lose weight that are not only healthy and effective but also good for the environment.Let us look at some of these green ways to lose weight.
Growing your own vegetables is a good way to ensure that you are eating healthy foods.The process is even better if you can use organic manure（肥料）.Planting your own vegetables is not only a good way to go green;it also provides you with plenty of physical exercise.Preparing a garden,including planting and taking care of the vegetables,is a great way to achieve a healthy weight.
If you usually eat meat on a daily basis,you should consider replacing that meat with more vegetables.If you have no idea what vegetarian diets are like,you can do some research on the Internet,and you can also get information from vegetarian magazines such as Vegetarian Times Magazine.By reducing your intake of meat,you will he able to reduce your intake of fats,and hence,it will he easier for you to get rid of some weight.
Reduce periods of driving and try walking or cycling instead.If you are used to driving your car to get to wherever you are going,it would he great for you if you substituted walking or cycling for driving.Cycling and walking are good workouts that will ensure that your body burns excess fat and calories,and therefore,you will he able to lose weight.
It is important to know that there are so many ways in which we can turn our had habits into good ones. Most of these good habits will not only benefit our bodies;they will also make the world a better place for all of us.Let's go green,and let's lose weight!
25.What does the first paragraph imply?
A.Most people have good ways to lose weight.B.Most weight loss methods don't work well.
C.People don't like the taste of healthy food.D.People don't care about the environment.
26.What does Vegetarian Times Magazine offer?
A.It introduces people who prefer vegetables.B.It tells readers about vegetarian diets.
C.It describes different kinds of popular meat dishes.D.It shows ways to lose weight in a short time.
27.What can we infer from the passage?
A.It is easy to lose weight if you've developed good habits.B.Walking or cycling is the best way to lose weight.
C.Almost no one has developed good habits.D.A green environment is good for your health.
28.What is the passage mainly about?
A.A few green ways to lose weight.B.The environment and children's health.
C.A few benefits of losing weight.D.The importance of staying in shape.
