NEW YORK (Reuters Health)--Two years after New York City declared war on artificial trans fats(人造反式脂肪酸), nearly all city restaurants had successfully cut the fats from their menus, health officials reported Monday.
In December 2006, the city’s Board of Health decided to launch a gradual trans-fat phase-out (逐步淘汰)from all licensed eating establishments--including restaurants, school cafeterias and street vending spots. Then many cities like Washington, San Francisco and Philadelphia, reflected it actively.
By November 2008, more than 98 percent of city restaurants had stopped using artificial trans fats for cooking, frying and baking, researchers with the city’s health department report in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Trans fats have become notorious because they not only raise so-called “bad” LDL cholesterol (胆固醇), as the fats in animal products do, but also lower levels of so-called “good”HDL cholesterol.
While some meats and dairy products naturally contain trans fat, most trans fats in people’s diet are artificial; they are formed when manufacturers add hydrogen to vegetable oil to make it become solid. These so-called partially hydrogenated oils were main products in foods, like crackers, cookies and pastries, and widely used by restaurants in cooking, frying and baking.
When the restriction was first adopted, the researchers note, some critics claimed it was an Orwellian measure, while others worried that restaurants would have a tough time finding suitable trans-fat replacements.
However, the transition has been smooth, Angell’s team writes, declaring that trans-fat restriction “is now a largely unnoticed part of New York City life.”
Ridding the food supply of trans fats, the researchers write, could potentially improve the cholesterol levels of millions of people.
1. In which city the local health department first decide to stop artificial trans fats?
A. Washington. B. San Francisco. C. Philadelphia. D. New York.
2. We can learn from the third paragraph that ________.
A. in the city most people still use artificial trans fats
B. only a few restaurants still use trans fats and the decision win most people’s support
C. the city’s decision proves to be useless
D. many people think using artificial trans fats is not so bad
3. The underlined word “notorious” in the fourth paragraph means ________.
A. having a very bad reputation B. having a very good reputation
C. nutritious D. delicious
4. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. New York restaurants are nearly all trans-fat-free (无……有)
B. None of the restaurants in the U.S can use trans fats.
C. Most of the restaurants still use trans fats once in a while.
D. Trans fats are bad for health.
Friends come to visit us in the evening, they spend their time telling us they are in a hurry and looking at their watches.It isn’t that our friends are all very busy, it is just that When we haven’t got a television.People think that we are very strange.“But what do you do in the evening?”,they are always asking.The answer is very simple.Both my wife and I have hobbies.We certainly don’t spend our evenings staring at the walls.My wife enjoys cooking and painting and often attends evening classes in foreign languages.This is particularly useful as we often go abroad for our holidays.I collect stamps and I’m always busy with my collection.Both of us enjoy listening to the music and playing chess together.
Sometimes there are power cuts and we have no electricity in the house.This does not worry us, we just light candles and carry on with what we were doing before.Our friends, however, are lost---no television!---So they don’t know what to do.On such evenings our house is very full ---they all come to us.They all have a good time.Instead of sitting in silence in front of the television, everybody talks and plays games.The couple have not got a television, because .
A.they are not rich enough |
B.they are strange people |
C.they enjoy spending evenings in their own ways |
D.they don’t know what to do when there are power cuts |
Both of the couple are interested in .
A.learning languages |
B.traveling |
C.staying home alone |
D.watching people play games |
At night when there is no electricity, the couple .
A.have to stare at the walls |
B.can do nothing but sit in silence |
C.will have many visitors |
D.have to go out for candles |
The writer tries to tell us that ____.
A.the television is useful |
B.electricity is important |
C.life is enjoyable without television |
D.life is impossible without a television |
One day a lawyer’s wife fell ill, and he went to get a doctor.The doctor willingly came to see the woman and to do what he could for her, but before he went into the house, he made a short stop.He knew that the lawyer was famous for not paying his bills, even if they were due(正当的).He therefore said to the man.“But if I save your wife, I am afraid you may not pay me.”
“Sir,”replied the lawyer.“Here I have$500,,whether you cure my wife or you kill her.I'll give you all this.”
The doctor was reassured and went into the house.When he reached the woman's bedside, it soon became clear to him that he could do little.She was seriously ill, and though he prescribed(开药方) her medicine, she soon dieD.
He told the lawyer he was very sorry, and then asked for the money which he had promiseD. “Did you kill my wife?”asked the lawyer.“Of course I didn't,” said the doctor.“Well! Did you cure my wife?” asked the man.“I'm afraid that was impossible,” replied the doctor.“Well, then since you neither killed my wife nor cured her, I have nothing to pay you.”Before entering the lawyer’s house the doctor stopped for a while, because_____ .
A.the doctor wanted to ask something about his wife's illness |
B.the doctor thought it impossible to save the woman |
C.the doctor was afraid that the lawyer would refuse to pay him |
D.the lawyer was too poor to pay his bills |
Because the lawyer’s wife was seriously ill, the doctor_____ .
A.couldn’ t do much and didn't save her life |
B.tried his best and saved her at last |
C.had to do everything he could for her |
D.had to spend a lot of time to cure her |
The word “reassured” in the passage means __________.
A.he was told again and again |
B.he was paid some money first |
C.he was quite sure that he would be paid |
D.he was quite sure that he could cure the woman |
Which of the following is the best title (标题)for the passage?
A.The Lawyer and His Wife |
B.The Lawyer's Trick |
C.A Good Doctor and a Poor Lawye |
D.A Serious Illness |
This wonderful 16-day tour is designed to highlight South Africa’s amazing diversity of cultures, its curious mixture of old and new, as well as its wonderful scenery and wildlife, together with its unique history.
Join us to experience Cape Town and the exciting Kruger safari (游猎) on our tour to South AfricA. We believe that a more naturally beautiful country than South Africa would be difficult to find: from the rocky peaks of the Drakensberg Mountains, to the timeless semi-desert landscapes of the Karoo and then the forested seashores and mirror-like lakes of the Garden Route, the attractive valleys of the Winelands and the symbol of the country, Table Mountain — all under an endless blue sky.Quite amazing!
Included in our price:
Return flights from London Heathrow
Three-and-four-star hotels, sharing rooms, breakfast and lunch included
Internal flight to the beautiful Garden Route
Full-day guided safari in the Kruger National Park
Visit the legendary Zulu War battlefields of Isandlwana, Rorke's Drift, the historical Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town, Apartheid Museum and Blyde River Canyon
Travel on Outeniqua steam train or go whale watching depending on the season
For more information, call 0845 155 6706.On this 16-day tour, visitors might experience the _______ of South Africa.
A.history, cultures and education |
B.cultures, scenery and education |
C.history, scenery and education |
D.history, cultures and scenery |
What can we learn about the tour?
A. The tour is available all year rounD.
B. Tourists will have a single room each.
C. Tourists are sure to go whale watching.
D. Suppers are not included in the price.The passage is written to _______.[
A.talk about touring experiences |
B.attract people to the tour |
C.talk about the history of Africa |
D.introduce places of interest in Africa |
It’s well-known that meditation (冥想) has many benefits, but do you know how to practice it for a beginner?
Set a proper scene
Find a space for meditation.It should be private and quiet.Make sure the temperature is comfortable.Sit on a cushion (垫子) if the floor is uncomfortable.You may play soft music if you like.
Take a moment to loosen up.Remember that the goal of meditation is to relax.Loosen your clothing, remove your shoes and have a good stretch.Do your best to ease any muscle tension that might keep you from achieving relaxation.Make an effort to relax your facial muscles.
Focus on your breath
Sit down in the space you’ve prepareD. Close your eyes and breathe.Each time you breathe in, count “one”.Each time you breathe out, count “one”.The idea is to strengthen being in the moment — the last breath doesn’t matter, and the next one doesn’t matter; only this one matters.
Feel your breath inflate (胀大) your lungs and push on your diaphragm (隔膜).Feel how sweet it is to inhale the fresh air.As you do this, your body will gradually begin to relax and all of your attention will be centered within your minD.
Return to real life
Once you feel fully centered in your mind, allow yourself to gradually drift back to real life.Move your fingers and toes and slowly wake your body up.Open your eyes and remain there for a few minutes until your senses come back, and then slowly stand up.
Even if you can’t make it fully into your mind, you still get some benefits from it.If you want to feel better, you just need to practice.Set about 10 minutes around the same time every day and repeat this exercise.The text is about _________.
A.steps in practicing meditation for beginners |
B.tips on how to breathe slowly |
C.the benefits of practicing meditation |
D.the best way to stay relaxed |
Which of the following can best fill in the blank?
A.Forget yourself. |
B.Prepare yourself for it. |
C.Avoid being disturbed. |
D.Pay attention to your inner self. |
The underlined word “inhale” in the text can be replaced by “__________”.
A.look for |
B.take in |
C.keep away |
D.think of |
To gain greater benefits of meditation, beginners are advised to __________.
A.do some exercise in advance |
B.listen to some popular music |
C.practice it every day |
D.spend a long time in practicing it |
There is no doubt that to study abroad gives you an excellent opportunity to learn things which are very helpful in your career building.Today Canada has earned a good name in providing quality education and safe healthy environment for its students.That is why more than 130,000 international students enroll(登记入学) every year in famous Canadian universities.It is an ideal education destination and gives students a unique experience education and its versatile(多样的) arts and culture.Canada spends a lot on education and is ranked the highest in G-8 countries.
To study in Canada is very cheap.These universities are affordable compared to other universities in the world such as in the US, New Zealand and UK where cost of education and living is very high.According to a survey in 2006, “Canada offered the lowest tuition fees(学费) for foreign students compared to UK and Australia.”
The low rate of crimes and the peaceful safe environment of the country also attract a lot of international students to Canadian universities.Canada has 92 universities and 175 community colleges and university degrees have three levels—Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral.
A Bachelor’s degree in Canada is for three or four years’ full-time study depending on the nature of the program you are doing.On the other hand, a Master’s degree consists of two years of study.For a Doctoral program in Canadian universities, you require a minimum (最低/小的) of three to four or sometimes five years of research and study.
You can also find many diploma(文凭)and certification (认证) programs in Canadian universities where the time is generally one year.Some of the Canadian universities are well-regarded worldwide and the degree and diploma obtained from these Canadian universities are recognized globally and promise bright future.After the completion of studies, a person could also find great job offers in Canada itself.International students require a work permit to work on campus.We can learn from the passage that ______________.
A.Canada has 92 community colleges |
B.Canada spends the least on education among G-8 countries |
C.to study in Canada is cheaper than in Australia |
D.130,000 Chinese students enroll in Canadian universities every year |
How long will you spend at least in total if you want to finish your Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Canada?
A.11 years |
B.9 years |
C.8 years |
D.7 years |
What advantages does Canada have to attract foreign students according to the passage?
(1) Quality education (2) Safe environment (3)Versatile culture
(4) Bright job future (5) High scholarship (6) Low tuition fees
A.(1) (2) (4) (5) (6) |
B.(1) (2) (3) (4) (6) |
C.(1) (3) (4) (5) (6) |
D.(1) (2) (3) (5) (6) |
What’s the best title for the passage?
A.Study in Canada --- a unique experience |
B.The life in Canada |
C.Benefits of studying abroad |
D.Canadian culture |