Scientists have discovered that (stay) in the cold could help us lose weight. Researchers at the University of California found that exposure to the cold increases levels of a protein that helps form brown fat -- the type of fat that produces heat and keeps us warm. Brown fat burns energy,
helps us lose weight. White fat stores extra energy, which results
weight gain. The researchers said that because air conditioning and heating give us constant,
(comfort) temperatures, our body’s need for brown fat has decreased. They found that outdoor workers in northern Finland who
(expose) to cold temperature have
significant amount of brown fat when
(compare) to same-aged indoor workers.
The research was conducted on two different control groups of mice. group was injected with the protein that helps create brown fat. This group later gained 30% less weight after both groups were fed high-fat diets. The researchers say this could be good news in the fight against obesity. People who are obese have
(low) levels of brown fat than thinner people. If you can somehow increase levels of this protein, you could
(possible) lose more weight even if eating the same amount of food.
Adding Humors to Your Conversations
Humor adds bright light to your conversations . People like and trust with a good sense of humor . In order to make others laugh , you have to be fun and relaxed . It’s hard to be funny when you’re stressed out .(心力交瘁的)
When you feel tense(紧张的), your humor will disappear . You have to find ways to bring your humor back and feel relaxed .
Here are some ideas to keep your humor :
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When you feel tired , you can just open your favorite book of humor writing or cartoons to lighten the moment .
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Maybe you have a picture of your kids at Disney World . Maybe it’s a picture of your last year’s Halloween costume . Perhaps a photo will remind you that your dog makes you laugh . The photo will also open the door to fun-filled conversations with visitiors to your office .
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If you’ve been with people , spend some time alone . If you’ve been sitting , take a walk . If you’ve been in a quiet environment , go someplace exciting . If you’ve been indoors , step outside .
Whenever , you’re stressed , your body is usually telling you that you need to do something different . You want to keep yourself in a humor-ready state .
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This will provide a place for you and your co-workers to have a mind-vacation . Find some fun posters to decorate the room . Put interesting things , like games and puzzles in the room . Design a notice board for fun photos , cartoons and contests . The idea is to fill the room with fun and make people forget about the stress .
A.Consider breaking the pattern(模式)when you’re in a bad mood . Do something different . |
B.Have a fun photo of something that recalls wonderful memories on your desk . |
C.Help design a better room . |
D.Keep something that makes you laugh or smile near you . |
第二节信息匹配(共5小题;每小题1分,满分5分)
下面是一篇应用文及其应用场合的信息,请阅读下列应用文和相关信息,并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。
阅读选项A到F六则广告和第56至第60题中的个人情况说明,选出符合个人意向的最佳选项,选项中有一项是多余选项。
注意:选项E用AB代表,选项F用CD代表。
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第二节:信息匹配(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)
下面是一篇应用文及其应用场合的信息,请阅读下列应用文和相关信息,
并按照要求匹配信息。首先,请阅读下列六则卡通人物的性格介绍:
Why do you remember Hello Kitty, Snoopy and all the other cartoon characters? What makes you love them? Well, maybe because they're like the people around you. Think about it! You may find a friend or classmate who is like them.
A.As sweet as Hello Kitty: She likes to eat cake. She loves to make new friends. She likes to ask friends to her parties. Her smile is so lovely. |
B.As clever as Snoopy: He went to school when he was nine. He learned to use a typewriter in two years! He thinks a lot. He is so clever that you like to be with him. |
C.As sarcastic (讽刺的) as Garfield: He sits happily in the seat and says sharp words to you. Sometimes he is not nice. He doesn't really like you? He thinks you're a fool? No, in his heart, he loves you. He is a friend with hard words but a warm heart. |
D.As naughty as MashiMaro: He doesn't look like a good boy. He has sleepy eyes and looks naughty. He always plays tricks. So you may get angry with him and don't like him very much. His mind is active and full of ideas. He tries to be big and catch your eyes. But, he' s still a child. |
E. As confident as Prince of Tennis: He has faith in himself and always wants to win.
F. As friendly as Mickey: He is clever and kind. He has a good heart and is glad to help others. Everyone likes to turn to him for help whenever they are in trouble.
请阅读Susan, Tom, John, Bob, George的个性描述,然后匹配与他们个性相当的卡通人物。
56. Tom is a warm-hearted boy, and he cares for others very much. If you meet with any difficulty, you can tell him, and he will surely help you.
57. Susan has many friends and she likes to stay with them in many kinds of parties. On her face there is always a smile.
58. John likes thinking and can always find ways to solve any difficult problems.
59. Bob seems to be very rude and impolite and his words are unpleasant to hear, but his inner heart is full of concerns for others.
60. George believes in himself, and he always wants to win the first place in almost everything.
第二节信息匹配(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)
请阅读下列广告和相关信息,并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号(56-60)的相应选项字母涂黑。首先,请阅读下列广告:
A Kid-Tough™ Digital Camera
Product: J8209
Ages: 3 years & up
Price: $70.00
Here’s a real digital camera that’s tough enough–and easy enough–for kids to use. What a perfect way for kids to get creative by taking, viewing and even printing their own digital pictures!
B Laugh & Learn™ Learning Table™
Ages: 6-36 months
Product: C5522
Approx. Retail Price: $40.00
Stir up the learning fun! Two interactive play modes teach A-B-C’s, 1-2-3’s, colors, textures, first words, music, and so much more! 15 sing-along songs, 10 fascinating activities, speech, sounds, and lots of ways to imagine and play.
C Brilliant Basics™ Big Discoveries Table™
Ages: 9 months & up
Product: K6671
Price: $25.00
This activity-filled table offers plenty to do, with open-ended play all around. While your baby is busy having fun, you’ll be amazed at all the new skills that develop! Before you know it, baby will be making big new discoveries, improving motor skills, developing eye-hand coordination, and learning to recognize colors, shapes and sizes.
D Baby Gymtastics™ Bat & Score Goal™
Ages: 6-36 months
Product: K0476
Price: $21.00
With this versatile set, even sitting babies can enjoy scoring a goal! When they bat the inflatable ball or the wiggly cheetah, baby is rewarded with music, lights and sounds. Then, once little ones start crawling or can stand and kick, you can easily convert it, for the whole goal experience! Detach the ball and the rhino becomes the “goalie.” Toddlers can push, kick or toss the ball at the target, while you stand back and catch the excitement!
E Go Baby Go!
Ages: 9-36 months
Price: $35.00
There’s nothing like having a friend you can rely on especially when you are learning to walk! This charming lion is ready to steady baby’s first steps, encouraging progress with rewarding lights, sounds, and upbeat music. Once walking is a sure thing, toddlers can hop on the lion’s back and ride all around for a roaring good time. Designed with a wide wheel base for sturdy support. With on/off switch plus volume control for quiet play.
F ESPN Shot Block™ Basketball
Product: H4685
Ages: 5 years & up
Approx. Retail Price: $80.00
Bring defense to the game! Automatic shot-blocking rim defense and 8 ways to play add even more fun, excitement and challenge to indoor basketball fun!
Includes 2 balls. For indoor use only. Requires 4 "C" batteries.
请阅读以下人员的相关信息,然后匹配与之相应的广告:
56. Jack and his wife want to buy a toy for their 7-month-old baby. But Jack has a low income and intends to buy something which is not so expensive.
57. Alice and her husband have a 7-year-old son who likes using their expensive digital camera. They decide to buy him one which is cheap and easy to operate.
58. Lynne’s daughter is 11 months old. Lynne thinks it’s time for her daughter to learn to walk.
59. Margaret’s son, who is two years old, is very good at distinguishing(辨别)different shapes. Magaret says it is due to a toy she bought when her son was one year old. Which toy is she talking about?
60. Peter is fond of playing basketball. He expects his son to begin playing it before he goes to Primary School.
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第二节:补全对话(共5小题,满分5分)
根据对话情景和内容,从对话后所给的选项中选出能填入每一空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两个为多余选项。
Jack: Hi,Frank.
Frank: Hi, Jack.
Jack: 61
Frank: Yes. I have some books to read, but I can do it later.
Jack: I want you to do me a favor.
Frank: Go ahead. 62
Jack: Professor Smith is coming this afternoon. I am expected to meet him at the airport, but I have an important meeting to go to.
Frank: I can do it for you. 63
Jack: He’s about your age, in his early thirties. Tall and handsome.
Frank: 64.
Jack: Oh, about three o’clock. He is taking flight number 231 from Detroit. Thank you.
Frank: 65.
A.See you this afternoon. |
B.How can I recognize him? |
C.What do you want me to do? |
D.Are you free this afternoon? |
E.When should I leave for the airport?
F.I am honored to meet the famous professor.
G.Are you going to the meeting this afternoon?