While it is impossible to live completely free of stress, it is possible to prevent stress as well as reduce its effect when it can’t be avoided. The US Department of Health and Human Services offers the following suggestions for ways to deal with stress.
◆Try physical activity
When you are nervous, angry or upset, try releasing the pressure through exercise or physical activity. Running, walking, playing tennis, and working in your garden are just some of the activities you might try.
◆Take care of yourself
You should make every effort to eat well and get enough rest. If you easily get angry and can’t sleep well enough, or if you’re not eating properly, it will be more likely that you will fall into stressful situations. If stress repeatedly keeps you from sleeping, you should consult a doctor.
◆Make time for yourself
Schedule time for both work and entertainment. Don't forget, play can be just as important to your overall well-being as work. You need a break from your daily routine to just relax and have fun. Go window-shopping or work on a hobby. Allow yourself at least a half hour each day to do something you enjoy.
◆Make a list of things to do
Stress can result from disorganization and a feeling that “there’s so much to do, and not enough time”. Trying to take care of everything at once can be too much for you and as a result, you may not achieve anything. Instead, make a list of everything you have to do, then do one thing at a time, checking off each task as it is completed. Set out to do the most important task first.
1. Which of the following statements shows that you have fallen into stressful situations?| A．You can’t sleep well all the time. | B．You have a break after work. |
| C．You always feel happy and relaxed. | D．You only do one thing at a time. |
| A．Try to take care of everything at once. |
| B．Do one thing at a time. |
| C．Only do the most important thing. |
| D．Have a break from your work. |
| A．To give opinion. | B．To give suggestions. |
| C．To make a request. | D．To ask for advice. |
| A．How to Deal with Stress? | B．How to Make Time for Yourself? |
| C．How to Take Care of Yourself? | D．How to Make a List of Things to Do? |
| A．Just lie in bed for a rest. | B．Always listen to pop music. |
| C．Insist on doing work. | D．Make a list to do things one by one. |
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【推荐1】There’s an art to arranging pictures on a wall. The first step is to think about what you’re trying to achieve:
Get the height right
Conventional wisdom says art should be hung at eye level.
Take care when grouping pieces
When grouping art pieces to create a gallery wall, give priority to the thing that is most special. Be mindful of the space between the frames, ensuring there is a visually equal distance between one another. A good rule is to aim for two inches apart with smaller items, and at most six inches apart with larger works.
Find a coherent thread
When arranging artwork in a group, look for one or two elements that repeat between the pieces, whether it’s a similar color, or a particular style of frame. When they all share this common characteristic, the brain says, “Oh, this was meant to be,”—it becomes easier to process what you’re looking at.
Create balance and symmetry(对称)
Before you commit to the arrangement you have in mind by hammering (捶打) holes into a wall, lay out what you plan on the floor in advance to get a sense of how it will look. Consider this a rehearsal (彩排) for your personal art show, Once you have the right arrangement, hammer away.
| A．Give it a trial run |
| B．Make a proper arrangement |
| C．They are two important elements. |
| D．Research shows that humans prefer symmetry. |
| E．In this case, it brings people a harmonious visual effect. |
| F．But “eye level” means different things to different people. |
| G．Are you trying to be surprising with your picture placement? |
I’ve tried some methods to help me get control of my mail. First, I check my mail at the same time every day. Also I try to allow myself only 15～20 minutes every day to process my email. This doesn’t always work, but I try. Sometimes I save the messages. Sometimes I just read them, maybe answer a few, and then delete(删除) them.
Sometimes I’m not at all interested in a message, so I don’t even open it. I delete it right away. This is very much the way I go through the mail that the postal service delivers to my home.
These methods are very simple. I have some friends who are very clever with computers. From time to time，they teach me new tricks for managing my email. I’m still amazed at what email can do for me! I’m still worried, however, about having too much to read.
1. The writer used to read all his email because ______.
| A．he was forced to do that |
| B．he had nothing else to do |
| C．he didn’t know how to read mail |
| D．he didn’t have much mail |
| A．Passing some on to his friends. |
| B．Just reading some. |
| C．Deleting some. |
| D．Saving the messages. |
| A．messages. | B．friends. |
| C．computers. | D．methods. |
| A．To share happiness in using mail with us. |
| B．To share some methods of using computer with us. |
| C．To share some worries in using mail with us. |
| D．To persuade us out of using mail. |
【推荐3】Many children want to have their own pets, but how to be a good pet owner? Besides giving them food and water, what else can we do to give our pets much love?
Provide your pet with the correct diet.
If you prefer to change the previous diet of your pet, do it slowly so that they adjust (适应) properly.
Clean their housing often.
Clean your pet’s home at least once a week and any other times if necessary. Generally, a pet’s home should be clean so it is a good environment for the animal.
Keep your pet clean.
If you have a dog that always plays in the mud, it’s necessary to give it a shower every day!
Train your pet.
Put a collar on your pet with your personal information and the pet’s name. Remember to close the cage door so there is no chance of escaping and being in an unsafe place.
| A．Never hurt or harm your pet. |
| B．Be an owner with a sense of duty. |
| C．No one wants a cat that jumps on the table. |
| D．Animals require different diets based on age. |
| E．Remember that you should check the water first with your hand. |
| F．Water should be fresh, clean and changed daily to keep your pet healthy. |
| G．Without good living conditions, an animal will get sick more, and feel unhappy. |
【推荐1】As the fall season paints Illinois in lively colors, you’re welcome to make your fall exploration journey one to remember. Worldatlas.com offers you the least-crowded towns to catch fall leaves.
Carbondale
Carbondale leads the list as it is heightened by waterbodies that match its leaves. Its diverse trees form the appealing fall atmospheres, with its topmost leaf season in mid-October. Adventurists can wander out to Castle Park with family members or explore more challenging nature routes.
Grafton
Grafton is one of the best fall season destinations for its unique community and scenic sailing routes. Sitting along the Mississippi River, the city comes alive with a mix of orange, red, and green colors in late October. Some of the best breathtaking fall views can be sighted around sunset when the still waters mirror the pink clouds and lively leaf colors.
Alton
Located 15 miles from Grafton, Alton is a slightly more crowded destination to observe annual leaves, but not less lively. Alton is also situated along the Mississippi River and shares one of the most scenic routes on Highway 100 with its neighboring town of Grafton. Alton adds a unique turn to the typical trips for being the most haunted (闹鬼的) town in Illinois, making it an excellent destination to visit during Halloween.
Galena
Galena enriches Illinois’. fall appeal with well-undamaged historical attractions, offering visitors more than just absorbing leaves to enjoy, The Helluva Half Mile, once famous as the center of the gold mining (矿业) town, has over 125 small shops and businesses to visit during your exploration. Outdoor events are another primary reason to visit Galena during this fall season.
1. When is the best time to appreciate leaves in Carbondale?| A．August. | B．January. | C．November. | D．October. |
| A．They’re large gold producers. |
| B．They’re located by a big river. |
| C．They open their historical sites for free. |
| D．They’ve won fame for a holiday celebration. |
| A．A travel website. | B．A geography textbook. |
| C．A government document. | D．A newspaper advertisement. |
【推荐2】Useful Travel Apps
Traveladvisor Every hotel, restaurant or tourist spot you wish to know about has likely been reviewed and rated here. These numerous, and at times very detailed, travellers’ experiences offer handy tips and help avoid common mistakes. Lists like “Top Things to Do In...” ensure that you don’t come back with any regrets.
Kayak A comprehensive travel planner, this app lets you search for and book flight tickets, hotels and cars, and even assists in packing. Its predeparture to-do lists, tailored for general, business or romantic travel, ensure that all you need is your bag.
Tripit If you’re forever searching for all the confirmation emails for your trips, download this app, which merges(合并) all your travel details into one itinerary(旅行计划). You can access it from several devices, and it syncs(同步) with your phone calendar, too.
Loungebuddy This app advises on the facilities and entry policies for airport lounges across the world, so in one click you can get away from the crowds.
Travel Diary Similar to sending postcards to yourself, this app lets you make diary entries with text and images. You can also export all your entries to a word document: raw material for the travelogue in the making.
1. If you’re not sure what to do in your travel destination, you’d better check ________ before you go there.| A．Traveladvisor | B．Kayak | C．Travel Diary | D．Tripit |
| A．Travel Diary. | B．Traveladvisor. | C．Tripit. | D．Loungebuddy. |
| A．Traveladvisor and Kayak. | B．Kayak and Tripit. |
| C．Tripit and Loungebuddy. | D．Loungebuddy and Travel Diary. |
【推荐3】The B S. Report
Designed for the sports fan with a sense of humor, the B.S. Report is hosted by the sportswriter Bill Simmons. Simmons show is in very loose and free form and it’s not uncommon for him to go almost a whole show without even mentioning sports.
Wait, Wait…… Don’ t Tell Me
One of the most popular Programs on National Public Radio, Wait. Wait... Don’t Tell Me is now available as a podcast. The show is a news program in the form of a game show. Each week a group of humorists and writers join host Peter Sagal in Chicago, where they are quizzed on the weeks most important and funny news stories. Listeners also get to call in to play different news-related games for a prize.
The Moth
The Moth is a weekly podcast run by a nonprofit art organization. The show is made up of recordings of “true stories told before a live audience without notes”. Each week, the group releases short 10-20 minute tales told by people from all walks of life. Past Presenters have included writers, comedians, scientists, and even New York City police officers.
Film Spotting
Film spotting is a weekly podcast and is a must-listen for any movie fan. The show is focused on movie reviews, but hosts Adam Kempenaar and Matty Robinson do more than just tell their listeners which new movie is worth seeing. They also discuss and examine the film as an art form. The host don’t just focus on current movies, either, as the hosts frequently discuss old films as part of theme marathons.
1. If you are a police officer, you can take part in ________.| A．The B.S.Report |
| B．Wait, Wait...Don’t Tell Me |
| C．The Moth |
| D．Film spotting |
| A．They are weekly programs |
| B．They are open to everyone |
| C．Their hosts tell stories to the listeners. |
| D．They are nonprofit arts organizations |
| A．You can play games in The B. S. Report. |
| B．People can tell stories in Film spotting |
| C．Adam Kempenaar just tells their listeners old movies. |
| D．The B S. Report is hosted in a free style. |
【推荐1】Facts about novel corona virus: Prevention and control
●Keep distance with people when talking
The novel corona virus can be transmitted via droplets and fly to 2 meters in the air before falling to the ground. Droplets can be transmitted far longer when sneezing and coughing than speaking, so apart from keeping 1 to 2 meters of distance, also remember to wear a mask when you are close to someone else.
●Washing hands can reduce risk of getting infected
Please wash your hands promptly and properly after touching elevator buttons or using cash. Do not touch your nose or mouth or rub your eyes before washing your hands. Do not use smart phones while eating.
●Receiving delivered packages at home not dangerous
Though the virus might be attached to the packaging of delivered items, the possibility of transmission through express delivery is extremely low. Before going out to take your delivery, remember to wear a mask. After removing the packaging, please wash your hands.
●Sun exposure cannot kill the virus
The temperature of sun light cannot reach 56℃, and the ultraviolet rays in sunlight cannot reach the intensity of ultraviolet lamps, so the virus can’t be killed by the sunlight. If you want to go out to get some sun, please wear a mask and take other protective measures.
●Taking a hot bath or using air conditioning cannot kill the virus
Although the virus is vulnerable to heat. It can only be inactivated after exposure to a 56℃ temperature for over 30 minutes.
●Woolen fabric doesn’t retain virus longer
It is believed that the virus prefers smooth, non-porous surfaces and stays on wooler fabrics for shorter time. At home or before going out, it is not necessary to consider which kind of material has less chance to absorb the virus- choosing comfortable clothes is enough. After returning home, please wash your hands, sterilize the clothes and dry the clothes.
| A．Wear a mask. | B．Take a hot bath. |
| C．Open packages. | D．Dry the clothes. |
| A．the virus is vulnerable to heat. |
| B．the virus can be transmitted via droplets. |
| C．the virus prefers smooth, non-porous surfaces. |
| D．the virus cannot be killed by the ultraviolet rays. |
| Box Office Instructions |
| Discounts/ Service charges: We offer children (12 and under), seniors (65 and over) and students (student ID card required) discounts on all seats. Please call the Box Office to know about any other possible discounts. |
| Returns/ Exchanges: We are happy to offer returns or exchanges of tickets bought up until the close of the last business day before the show with a $3.00 per ticket fee for this service. The box office must be informed directly in order to exchange tickets to another date (this service is not available online). |
| Friendly reminders: Latecomers will not be permitted to enter the hall until a suitable break in the performance. Children must be seated where they can be looked after by parents. Please show consideration for other audiences by not talking during the performance, and please encourage children to do the same. Cameras and recording equipment are not allowed to be used in our theatre. Please turn off all cell phones while enjoying the performance. |
| Will call: Please tell us at the time of booking if you would like your tickets mailed to you, otherwise they will be held for pickup at the box office. |
1. We can learn from the passage that exchanges of tickets bought ________.
| A．are free of charge |
| B．are not available until the last business day |
| C．will not be given a big cash discount |
| D．need to contact the box office directly |
| A．Latecomers will not be permitted to enter the theatre. |
| B．There is a special area for children in the theatre. |
| C．The audience is not allowed to take photos in the theatre. |
| D．Children can talk in a low voice during the performance. |
| A．can receive their tickets by mail | B．can see the performance online |
| C．can’t take cell phones to the theatre | D．can’t return tickets in any case |
【推荐3】The Nobel Prizes in science have been dominated (占主要地位) by men in previous years. But this year, women stole the spotlight!
Jennifer Doudna from the US and Emmanuelle Charpentier from France shared the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. It’s the first time in history for two women to win the prize without having to share it with a man. At the same time, US astronomer (天文学家) Andrea Ghez became the fourth woman to win a Nobel Prize in Physics, which she shared with two other scientists. Its first female winner was Marie Curie (居里夫人) in 1903.
Doudna and Charpentier were awarded for developing CRISPR/Cas9 genetic scissors (基因剪刀), a technology that can rewrite DNA in the cells of plants, animals and micro-organisms (微生物). It has had a “revolutionary impact (革命性的影响) on the life sciences,” according to the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. For example, it can help us develop crops that can withstand droughts (抗旱). It could also help treat inherited diseases (遗传病) in the future.
On hearing that they were the sixth and seventh women to win the Chemistry Prize, Charpentier said that she hopes girls and young female scientists will “understand that nothing is impossible.” They can “find great discoveries. It’s independent of the gender. ”
Ghez, who was awarded for her research on black holes, had the same feeling. “I’m delighted to be part of the change where more women visibly (明显地) succeed. I think that’s an important way in which we encourage the next generation,” Ghez said. In addition to her research, she was also one of the authors of the 2006 children’s book You Can Be a Woman Astronomer.
1. A pair of women scientists won this year’s Nobel Prize in ________.| A．Chemistry | B．Astronomy | C．Physics | D．Biology |
| A．How they did their research. |
| B．Why they were given the prize. |
| C．What their research was about. |
| D．How winning the prize has affected their lives. |
| A．It will change her life in a big way. |
| B．It proves that nothing is impossible. |
| C．It shows that women are more successful than men. |
| D．It can encourage the next generation of female scientists. |
| A．Women stole the spotlight. |
| B．Nothing is impossible in science. |
| C．Female scientists win top award. |
| D．Female scientists are smarter. |
【推荐1】It is 40 meters long and 6 meters wide. This must be the biggest bus you have ever seen. It can carry 1,200 to 1,400 people.
It is China’s new Super Bus. It is going for a test run in Beijing at the end of this year. Some other cities are also interested in running the Super Bus. They hope the traffic problems will be solved.
The Super Bus runs along fixed tracks (固定轨道) . The bus sits on top of two 2.2-meter-tall legs. The legs have wheels at one end. Small cars can drive under the bus, so the Super Bus does not take up road space.
The bus runs on electricity and solar power. It can travel up to 60 km every hour. Its creator, Song Youzhou, says a lot of traffic jams (堵塞) will be reduced.
The Super Bus can do the work of 40 buses. In that way, it can save 860 tons of fuel (燃料) every year, according to Song.
“To build a Super Bus and its track costs less than building subways. Subways are nearly ten times more expensive to build.”Song said.
Some people worry that the Super Bus may not be safe. However, Song says there’s no need for concern. The Super Bus has laser scanners (激光扫描仪) between its legs. The scanners make sure the cars keep a safe distance.
1. The Super Bus can carry ________ people.| A．1,300 | B．1,500 | C．1,700 | D．1,900 |
| A．the bus doesn’t take up road space |
| B．the bus can do the work of 40 buses |
| C．the bus is very easy to build and drive |
| D．the bus can save a lot of energy every year |
| A．the bus is tall enough |
| B．the road is wide enough |
| C．there are caser scanners between its legs |
| D．the bus travels at 60 km per hour |
| A．the normal bus | B．the small car | C．the subway | D．the Super Bus |
【推荐2】Sweetest Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in October as a day to make someone happy. It is an occasion which offers all of us an opportunity to remember not only the sick, the aged, and children who have lost their parents, but also friends, workmates, relatives and neighbors whose helpfulness and kindness we have enjoyed.
Over 60 years ago, when a Cleveland man noticed that some people, such as children who lost their parents and patients who lay in bed, too often felt forgotten and neglected, he developed in his mind the idea of showing them that they were remembered. He did this by giving them small gifts. With the help of his friends and neighbors, he gave those people small gifts on a Saturday in October. During the years that followed, other Clevelanders began to take part in the celebration, which came to be called "Sweetest Day". Over time, the Sweetest Day idea of spreading cheer to the poor, the sick and children who had lost their parents was broadened to include everyone, and became an occasion for remembering others with a kind act or a small gift. Soon the idea spread to other cities all over the USA.
Sweetest Day is not based on any single group’s religious beliefs or on a family relationship. It is a reminder that a thoughtful word or deed enriches life and gives it meaning. Because for many people remembering takes the form of gift giving, Sweetest Day offers us the opportunity to show others that we care, in a positive way.
1. What group of people is the Sweetest Day intended for?| A．The sick. | B．The aged. | C．The orphans. | D．All the people. |
| A．Ignored. | B．Forgotten. | C．Remembered. | D．Loved. |
| A．He felt lonely and wanted to be noticed. |
| B．He wanted to be helpful to those who need love. |
| C．He needed someone to give out some small gifts. |
| D．He was helped by his friends and neighbors. |
| A．A gift is always needed on Sweetest Day. |
| B．Only those sick and children need to be remembered. |
| C．Sweetest Day is limited to families and friends. |
| D．It's a chance for everyone to express your care. |
【推荐3】When you are in another country, it is important to know the language, but it is equally important to know how to communicate nonverbally(不用语言地). Before saying anything, people communicate nonverbally by making gestures. According to an investigation(调查), only 30 to 35 percent of our communication is verbal. When people don’t know the language, the most common way to communicate is through gestures. However, many gestures have different meanings, or no meaning at all, in different parts of the world.
In the United States, for example, nodding your head up and down means “yes”. In some parts of Greece and Turkey, however, this motion can mean “no”. In southeast Asia, nodding your head is a polite way of saying “I’ve heard you”.
In ancient Rome, when the emperor wanted to spare someone’s life, he would put his thumb up. Today in the United States, when someone puts his/her thumb up, it means “Everything is all right.” However, in Sardinia and Greece, the gesture is insulting and should not be used there.
In the United States, raising your clasped(握紧的) hands above your head means “I’m the champion” or “I’m the winner”. It is the sign prizefighters make when they win a fight. When a leading Russian statesman(政治家) made his gesture after a White House meeting, Americans misunderstood and thought he meant he was a winner. In Russia, however, it is a sign of friendship.
There are other nonverbal signals that people should be aware of when they go to another country, such as the distance to maintain between speakers. Americans stand closer to each other than English people. English people don’t like touching somebody or being touched. Now in America, touch is important. Friends touch each other on the arm, for example. They often put an arm around a friend when they say “hello” or “goodbye”.
1. It is very important to know how to communicate nonverbally when you are in another country because______.| A．most people speak different languages |
| B．much of our communication is nonverbal on many occasions |
| C．people usually make gestures before saying anything |
| D．it’s easy to learn how to express oneself through gestures |
| A．yes | B．no | C．that’s all right | D．I’ve heard you |
| A．he meant Russia was the winner | B．he was insulting America |
| C．he made a show of friendship to America | D．he in fact meant nothing at all |
| A．Italy | B．the United States | C．Greece | D．Southeast Asia |
