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Honesty may well be the policy, but it often deserts us when no one is watching, psychologists report today. Experiments with an honesty box to collect payments for hot drinks show that people are better at paying up when under the gaze of a pair of eyes. The surprise was that the eyes were not real, but photographed.Researchers at Newcastle University set up the experiment in secret. They attached a poster to a cupboard of mugs above an honesty box alongside a kettle, with tea, coffee and milk. Over 10 weeks, they alternated (轮流替换) each week between images of eyes and pictures of flowers.Dr. Bateson, a behavioral biologist and leader of the study, said that even though the eyes were not real they still seemed to make people behave more honestly. The effect may result from behavioral characteristics that developed as early humans formed social groups that increased their chances of survival. Individuals had to co-operate for the good of the group, rather than act selfishly.
“If nobody is watching us it is in our interests to behave selfishly. But when we think we’re being watched we should behave better, so people see us as co-operative and behave the same way towards us,” Dr. Bateson said.
“We thought we’d get a slight effect with eyes, by it was quite striking how much difference they made. Even at a subconscious level, it seems people respond to eyes, and that might be because eyes send a strong biological signal we have evolved(进化) to respond to.”
The finding, which researchers believe sheds light on our evolutionary past, could be turned to practical use. The psychologists say images of eyes could increase ticket sales on public transport and improve monitor systems to prevent antisocial behavior.This passage is mainly about ____________.
A.the policy of honesty | B.an honesty box to collect money |
C.evolution on honesty | D.an experiment on honesty |
The reason for doing the experiment secretly is that the researchers __________.
A.wanted to get a comparatively more exact result |
B.had known they wanted to do something illegally |
C.meant to get the co-operation of their colleagues |
D.intended to sell the hot drinks at a higher price |
People behave honestly under watchful gaze of eyes because ____________.
A.they want to leave a good impression |
B.they fear to be laughed at by others |
C.they’ve got the nature through evolution |
D.they take the photo for a real pair of eyes |
The underlined phrase “sheds light on” in the last paragraph means _________.
A.causes somebody to become cheerful |
B.makes something easier to understand |
C.comes upon something by accident |
D.brings something into the broad daylight |
Images of a pair of eyes can be applied to all except ________.
A.ticket sales on public transport |
B.cold drink sales in public places |
C.places with “No spitting!” signs |
D.electrical appliances(电器) used at home |
Is your family interested in buying a dog? A dog can be a pleasant companion to your family, but if you choose the wrong kind of dog , you will have a lot of troubles.
Families should sit down and discuss the possible problems before buying a dog. Even if the children in your family are the ones who want the dog, the parents are the ones who are really responsible for seeing that the animal is properly cared for. If you don’t know much about dogs, it is a good idea to go to the library for books about different kinds of dogs, and books about how to train a young dog. In reading about the different breeds(种类)you should know that a dog described(描述)as very alert(机敏灵活的)may be too active. When a book describes a dog as an excellent hunting dog, it probably means that the dog won’t be happy living in a small house. Dog breeds vary(变化)in popularity as the years go by. One of the most popular dogs these days is the German shepherd. This is because it provides protection as well as companionship. The family should be warned that these dogs grow up to be very big, and may be too powerful for children to control. If space is limited, a toy dog may be a good choice. These dogs are very small and easy to train. They don’t need to be walked daily, since they can exercise in the home.According to the passage, one can get information about different kinds of dogs.
A.by going to the library |
B.by asking someone who has enough experience about different kinds of dogs |
C.by buying a dog and training it |
D.by reading books about dogs |
The German shepherd is a popular dog.
A.because it is easy to train |
B.because it is big and strong |
C.because it is powerful and friendly |
D.because it is alert and active |
Which of the following statements is not true?
A.Don’t buy a hunting dog if your house is not big enough. |
B.A dog may not be so good as it is described in books. |
C.The German shepherd never loses its popularity for it provides not only companionship but also protection. |
D.You should have a discussion with your family before buying a dog in case it causes you a lot of troubles. |
Which is the best topic of the passage?
A.The care and proper selection of dogs for families. |
B.Different breeds of dogs. |
C.Responsibility for seeing that dogs are properly cared for. |
D.Different kinds of books about dogs. |
SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Captain Goodfellow
Do your children enjoy interesting stories, funny games, and exciting dances? Captain Goodfellow will be ready to teach all these things to children of all ages at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at 10:00, free.
Walking Tour of the Town
Forget your worries on Saturday morning. Take a beautiful walk and learn about local history. Meet at the front entrance of City Hall at 9:30. Wear comfortable shoes!
Films at the Museum
Two European films will be shown on Saturday afternoon at the Museum Theatre. See Broken Window at 1:30. The workers will be at 3:45. For further information, call 4987898
International Picnic
Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food from all over the world. Delicious and not expensive. Noon to 5:00 pm.
Take me out to the Ballgame
It’s October, and tonight is your last chance to see the Redbirds this year. Get your tickets at the gate. It might be cold outside. Don’t forget sweaters and jackets.
Do You Want to Hear “The Zoo”
“The Zoo”, a popular rock group from Australia, will give their first US concert tomorrow night at 8:00 at Rose Hall, City CollegeYou can probably eat Chinese, Italian, and Arab food____.
A.at the front entrance of City Hall |
B.at the Ballgame |
C.at 5:00 pm |
D.at Central Park on Saturday |
You can see movies at _____.
A.the City College | B.the Museum Theatre |
C.the City Theatre | D.the Central Park |
If you are going on the Walking Tour, don’t forget_____.
A.your worries | B.your beautiful walk |
C.your learning about local history | D.your comfortable shoes |
The Redbirds ballgame_____.
A.is in the afternoon | B.is outside |
C.is at the gate | D.might be cold |
“The Zoo” is _____.
A.a park with lots of animals |
B.US concert |
C.a music group |
D.going to give the concert at 8:00 am |
"If you want to see a thing well, reach out and touch it!"
That may seem a strange thing to say. But touching things can help you to see them better.
Your eyes can tell you that a glass ball is round. But by holding it in your hands, you can feel how smooth and cool the ball is. You can feel how heavy the glass is. When you feel all these about the ball, you really see it. With your skin, you can feel better. For example, your fingers can tell the difference between two coins in your pocket. You can feel a little drop of water on the back of your hand, too. You can even feel sounds against your skin. Have you ever wanted to know why some people like very loud music? They must like to feel the sounds of music.
All children soon learn what "Don't touch!" means. They hear it often. Yet most of us keep on touching things as we grow up. In shops, we touch things we might buy: food, clothes. To see something well, we have to touch it. The bottoms of our feet can feel things, too. You know this when you walk on warm sand, cool grass or a hard floor. All feel different under your feet.
There are ways of learning to see well by feeling. One way is to close your eyes and try to feel everything that is touching your skin. Feel the shoes on your feet, the clothes on your body, the air on your skin. At first, it is not easy to feel these things. You are too used to them!
Most museums are just for looking. But today some museums have some things to touch. Their signs say, "Do touch!" There you can feel everything on show.
If you want to see better, reach out and touch. Then you will really see!By touching things ______.
A.you will have a strange feeling |
B.you will learn how to reach out your hand |
C.you can learn more about them |
D.you can tell what colors they really are |
Which of the following can be the best title of the story?
A.Touching by Feeling | B.To See or to Feel |
C.To See Better-Feel | D.Ways of Feeling |
Which of the following parts can tell you the difference between two coins in your pocket?
A.Your fingers. | B.Your eyes. | C.Your foot. | D.Your back. |
What can't your skin feel?
A.Sounds. | B.Darkness. | C.Water. | D.Coins. |
Which of the following is NOT true?
A.Touching is helping us to see better. |
B.Our skins may help us enjoy music. |
C.Feeling is a good way to learn. |
D.Visitors can't feel the things on show in any museums. |
David Brown and Anne are two patients in the Adult Day Care Program at Mercy Hospitals. David Brown is seventy-two years old. He’s friendly and likes to talk. He lives with his wife in the city. But David is becoming forgetful. His wife says, “He’ll heat up some soup, then forget to turn off the gas.” She is sixty-one and still works. She is worried about leaving her husband alone.
Anne is eighty and lives with her 60-year-old daughter. Her daughter says that she needs a rest. “Mom follows me everywhere. She follows me when I read newspapers. I need a rest and she does, too.”
And so, several times a week, David and Anne’s families take them to the Adult Day Care Center. Many hospitals have this program. Patients come to the Center for a full or half day, from one to five days a week. All the patients live with their families and most are old people.
Mrs. Carol Johnson is the director of the Center. She says, “We are offering both the patients and their families a service of great value. Patients have the chance to get out of their houses. Husbands, wives or grown children can work or have a rest. Most important of all, families are able to stay together.”Why did David Brown become a patient of the Adult Day Care Center?
A.Because he is seventy-two years old. |
B.Because he is lonely at home. |
C.Because he is becoming forgetful. |
D.Because he is seriously ill. |
What happens to Anne’s family?
A.Her daughter is too old to look after her. |
B.Anne cleans all the rooms everyday. |
C.Her daughter doesn’t want Anne to live with her. |
D.Her daughter is very tired because Anne always follows her. |
Adult Day Care Center is run by ____.
A.hospitals | B.schools | C.churches | D.government |
Which statement is NOT true about the patients of the Center?
A.Most patients are old people. |
B.All the patients live with their families. |
C.The patients learn many things in the Center. |
D.The patients come to the Center six days a week. |
Which of the following statements is NOT the reason why the Center is offering a valuable service?
A.Families are able to stay together. |
B.Husbands, wives or grown children can work or have a rest. |
C.Patients have the chance to go out of their houses. |
D.The patients there are given the best medicine and the best operation. |
A subject which seems to have been insufficiently studied by doctors and psychologists is the influence of geography and climate on the psychological and physical health of mankind. There seems no doubt that the general character of the landscape, the relative length of day and night, and the climate must all play a big part in determining what kind of people we are.
It is true that a few studies have been made. Where all the inhabitants of a particular area enjoy exceptionally good or bad health, scientists have identified contributory factors such as the presence or absence of substances like iodine, fluoride, calcium, or iron in the water supply, or perhaps types of land that provide breeding places for pests like mosquitoes or rats.
Moreover, we can all generalize about types of people we have met. Those living in countries with long dark winters are apt to be less talkative and less vivacious than inhabitants of countries where the climate is more equable. And where the olive and the orange grow, there the inhabitants are cheerful, talkative, and spontaneous.
But these commonplace generalizations are inadequate: the influence of climate and geography should be studied in depth. Do all mountain dwellers live to a ripe old age? Does the drinking of wine, rather than beer, result in a sunny and open temperament? Is the strength and height of one of the Kenyan tribes due to their habitual drinking of the blood of cows?
We are not yet sure of the answers to such questions, but let us hope that something of benefit to mankind may eventually result from such studies._____ might serve as a suitable title for this selection.
A.The Importance of Geographical Environment |
B.The Influence of Geographical Environment on Man |
C.Generalization of Types of People |
D.Geographical Environment, a Mysterious Subject |
Using context clues we may infer that " iodine, fluoride and calcium" are _____.
A.substances which act positively or negatively on man's health |
B.harmful substances in the water supply |
C.substances which help provide breeding places for pests |
D.substances contributory to good health |
We may infer from the third paragraph that geography and climate play an important role in determining the inhabitants' _____.
A.health condition | B.personality |
C.life-span | D.all of the above |
According to the author, research into the influence of geography and climate should_____.
A.focus on some unknown aspects |
B.be pursued on a larger scale |
C.be carried out within a larger scope |
D.go much deeper |
The author hopes that studies on the influence of geographical environment will enable us to
A.generalize better about types of people |
B.find better water supplies |
C.gain an insight into its influence on mankind |
D.live to a ripe old age |