Many parents of elementary and middle school students are wondering if they should send off their kids with a phone.
“What we know is that there is not a magic age for when to get a child a smartphone, but by age 11, 53% of the kids have their own smartphone,” said Kelly Mendoza, a vice president at Common Sense Media, a nonprofit group focusing on responsible media use. The figure comes from a 2019 survey the organization conducted of more than 1,600 people between the ages of 8 and 18 in the US. “Sixth grade is a big transition for kids, when they start middle school and start to have more independence,” she said.
Even though middle school is a turning point for many parents in making the leap, Ms. Mendoza said age isn’t as important as a child’s maturity. She said parents can assess their children’s phone readiness by asking themselves the following questions: Do they show a sense of responsibility? Are they responsible for their things? Would they be able to resist texting or scrolling in class?
It is also wise to assess whether there are legitimate needs for children to have a smartphone, such as being able to communicate while taking public transportation, or being reminded to take medication.
Many kids start asking for a phone once their friends have one. The requests can start as early as elementary school, but the peer pressure heats up in middle school.
Understanding your children's motivation can help you decide. Do they just want one because they want to fit in? Are they being excluded from social interactions, such as group texts?
Before they power a phone up for the first time, experts say you should talk to them about your expectations for its use, and the consequences for losing or damaging the phone or for violating school rules, which include when and where the phone should be used, where it should be charged up at night, how to treat others on social media and how to report cyberbullying.
1. Which of the following may Kelly Mendoza agree with?| A．It doesn't matter when parents get their children a phone. |
| B．When to get children a phone depends more on maturity than age. |
| C．Parents should give their children a phone when they are eleven. |
| D．Middle school students should have a phone of their own. |
| A．Flexible. | B．Ambiguous. | C．Reasonable. | D．Adorable. |
| A．Children's purpose. | B．The survey's figure. |
| C．Parents' expectations. | D．Schools' special rules. |
| A．Kids should have higher expectations for the phone uses. |
| B．Parents should inform their kids they should use phones properly. |
| C．Kids should follow the rules in case they lose or damage their phones. |
| D．Parents should guide their kids on how to power a phone up for the first time. |
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【推荐1】World Consumer Rights Day is celebrated annually by consumer organizations worldwide.It honours the historic declaration on March 15,1962 by John F.Kennedy,the former US President,of the basic rights of consumers,which include:”the right to safety”“the right to be informed”“the right to choose”,and “the right to be heard”.
This declaration has led to international recognition by governments and the United Nations that all citizens,regardless of their incomes or social standing,have certain basic rights as consumers.Officially, World Consumer Rights Day was first observed on March 15 ,1983 and has since become an important occasion for mobilizing( 动员) citizen action ,with recognition of consumer rights taking off around the world.On April 9,1985,the United Nations General Assembly(联合国大会) adopted the UN Guidelines for Consumer Protection that provide a framework for strengthening national consumer protection policies around the world.
The guidelines include Kennedy’s four basic consumer rights plus another four : the right to satisfaction of basic needs,the right to redress(赔偿),the right to education ,and the right to a healthy environment.Currently,the fundamental consumer rights are recognized globally.
World Consumer Rights Day normally has a theme associated with an activity or development that is relevant to consumers. Whatever its objectives , it shares the same underlying aim of bringing about important and needed benefits to consumers.
In recent years , progress has been made for recognition and protection of consumer rights in developing countries. At least, March 15 is a day when consumers are filled with pride and satisfaction. However , there are many reports on violation of consumer rights by unethical( 不 道 德 的 ) marketing practices.
1. When was World Consumer Rights Day first celebrated?| A．On March 15,1962. | B．On March 15,1983. | C．On March 15,1985. | D．On March 15,1986. |
| A．Four. | B．Six. | C．Eight. | D．Ten. |
| A．becoming popular | B．removing quickly | C．flying away | D．leaving soon |
| A．Consumers in different countries have different basic rights. |
| B．Consumers still have some difficulty in protecting their basic rights. |
| C．On March 15,consumers don’t need to worry about their basic rights. |
| D．It was John F.Kennedy who declared that March 15 was the World Consumer Rights Day. |
【推荐2】Are you carrying too much on your back at school? I’m sure lots of children of your age will say “Yes”. Not only the students in China have this problem, but children in the United States also have heavy school bags.
Doctors are starting to worry that younger and younger students are having back and neck problems as a result of school bags being too heavy for them.
“It’s hard for me to go upstairs with my bag because it’s so heavy,” said Rick Hammond, an 11-year-old student in the US. Rick is among students who have common school bags with two straps (带子) to carry them, but many other students choose rolling bags. But even with rolling bags, getting up stairs and buses is still a problem for children. Many of them have hurt their backs and necks because of the heavy school bags.
But how much is too much? Doctors say students should carry no more than 10% to 15% of their own body weight.
Scott Bautch, a back doctor, said children under Grade 4 should stay with 10%. But it is also important that older children don’t stay with over 15%, because their bodies are still growing. “Children are losing their balance and falling down with their school bags,” he said.
Parents and teachers are starting to tell children to only take home library books they will be reading that night. Some teachers are using pieces of paper or thin workbooks for students to take home.
One of the best answers is, as some children said, to have no homework at all!
1. From the passage we can know that______ .| A．only children in China carry too heavy school bags |
| B．both children in China and the US carry too heavy school bags |
| C．children in other countries don’t carry too heavy bags |
| D．only children in the US carry too heavy school bags |
| A．5 kilos | B．3 kilos |
| C．5.5 kilos | D．4.5 kilos |
| A．they should have a little homework to do after they get home |
| B．their teachers had better not ask them to do any homework |
| C．they should only take home library books they will read that night |
| D．they should use thin workbooks instead of thick ones |
【推荐3】In Britain, some people say they will do anything if a famous person they love asks them to. One in three people in Britain have a new kind of disease—they love a famous person too much.
Some people love famous stars like Britney Spears, David Beckham or even Tony Blair. It is not just the young, grown-ups have the same problem. One in four people are so interested in their heroes that it affects their life.
There are two ways of worshipping famous people. One way is just to follow them or talk about them with friends for fun. The other is a more serious way. People have very strong feelings for them and think they are their friends. People who do so for fun are found to be happier. But those who have strong feelings for a famous person are perhaps to feel more lonely and worried.
“Worshipping famous people is not certainly a bad thing,” Dr. John, an expert said, “But like many things, overdoing it may not always be good for you.”
1. From paragraph 1, we know ________.| A．they are friends of the famous people |
| B．some people in Britain love a famous person too much |
| C．they must go to the hospital |
| D．famous people can pay them a lot of money |
| A．About one third. | B．About a quarter. |
| C．More than half. | D．Just two or three |
| A．Neither of them is good. | B．Both of them are good. |
| C．The first one is better. | D．The second one is better. |
| A．they cannot become famous themselves |
| B．they think the famous person may be in trouble |
| C．they are afraid the famous person may not like them |
| D．they can get something in return from the famous person |
Fly on non-stop routes
Most accidents occur during the takeoff, climb, descent and landing phases of a flight, so flying non-stop reduces your exposure to these complex procedures.
Choose larger aircraft
Although small aircraft have very good safety records, those with more than 30 passenger seats are designed to comply(遵守) with much stricter regulations and are tested more regularly to make sure they still comply. Also, in the unlikely event of a serious accident, larger aircraft provide a better opportunity for passenger survival.
Pay attention to the pre-flight safety briefing
The information may seem repetitious(重复的), but it’s worth listening to the flight attendants. And even if you’ve flown before, it doesn’t mean you know everything about the aircraft you’re on, such as the location of the closest emergency exit.
Store things safely
Never put very heavy articles in the overhead storage bins. They may fall out when someone opens the bin and cause injury. Also, the bin may not be able to hold heavier objects during turbulence(气流).
Keep our seat belt fastened while you are seated
Cabin crew always tell you this, but it’s important. You would be seriously injured if the plane hits unexpected turbulence. Always fasten your seat belt if you are told to. The general rule of flying is this: If you are told to do something, do it first and ask questions later.
Let the flight attendant pour your hot drinks
Flight attendants are trained to handle hot drinks like coffee or tea in a crowded aisle on a moving aircraft, so allow them to pour the drink and hand it to you. Never ask to take a coffee pot from one of them.
1. What is the overall reason for these air safety tips?
| A．What to do in the event of a crash. | B．How to avoid turbulence. |
| C．How to improve safety while you are flying. | D．How to avoid injury. |
| A．They are more comfortable. | B．They have stricter regulations. |
| C．They are tested more often. | D．There are more possibilities of surviving. |
| A．anything the flight staff tell you to do | B．general safety advice |
| C．walking around the plane | D．pouring hot drinks |
| A．You are not supposed to ask for a coffee pot. |
| B．Take-offs is safer on non-stop flights than landings. |
| C．Every aircraft is different, so the safety procedures may be different. |
| D．Seat belts should be worn to protect against turbulence. |
| A．The Safest Way to Travel | B．Air Safety Tips |
| C．Non-stop Routes | D．How to Ply a Plane |
【推荐2】Amazing places need visiting
From man-made marvels such as the Great Wall and Taj Mahal to natural wonders like the Grand Canyon and Iguazu Falls, these amazing sites should be at the top of your travel list.
No.1 The Great Wall is generally considered as a symbol of China. The Great Wall of China is one of the wonders in the world, too. The Chinese call it the wall of 10,000 Li, which goes from the east to the west.
No.2 The Taj Mahal is universally recognized as the greatest building in India. Emperor Shah Jahan ordered to build this architecture for being used as the tomb of his wife.
No.3 The Grand Canyon has been there over the past six million years by Colorado River activity. It is one of the longest and deepest valleys in the world. Its red rocks make it a must-see -before-you-die place. Want to bring your four-leg friend along? The Grand Canyon is also among the best pet-friendly national parks!
No.4 The Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Queensland Australia, is the largest living thing on earth. It’s so huge that you can see it from outer space! This 1,429-mile ecosystem is home to many sea creatures, including around 400 kinds of coral, 1,500 species of fish. Not surprisingly it is one of the best places for scuba divers.
1. If you plan a trip to enjoy Indian architecture, which is the best place to go?| A．The Great Barrier Reef. | B．The Great Wall. |
| C．The Taj Mahal. | D．The Grand Canyon. |
| A．India | B．China | C．America | D．Australia |
| A．A travel magazine. | B．A science fiction. |
| C．A newspaper. | D．An essay. |
【推荐3】First aid is the emergency care for a victim’s (受害人) sudden illness or injury until more skillful medical treatment is available.First aid may save a life or improve certain vital (生命攸关的) signs including pulse, temperature, an unobstructed airway, and breathing.In minor emergencies, first aid may prevent a victim’s condition from worsening and provide relief (解除) from pain.First aid must be carried out as quickly as possible.In the case of the seriously injured, a few minutes can make a difference between a complete recovery and the loss of life.
First-aid measures depend upon a victim’s needs and the provider’s level of knowledge and skills.Knowing what not to do in an emergency is as important as knowing what to do.Improperly moving a person with a neck injury, for example, can lead to the everlasting spinal injury and paralysis (永久性脊髓伤害和瘫痪).
Despite the variety of injuries possible, several principles of first aid can be used for all emergencies.The first step is to call for the professional medical help.The victim, if conscious (有知觉的), should be reassured that medical aid has been requested, and asked for permission to provide any first aid.Next, assess (估计) the scene, asking other people or the injured person’s family or friends about details of the injury or illness, any care that may have already been given, and preexisting conditions (原先就存在的疾病) such as diabetes (糖尿病) or heart trouble.Unless the accident scene becomes unsafe or the victim may suffer further injury, do not move the victim.
First aid requires rapid assessment (估计) of victims to determine whether life threatening conditions exist. One method for evaluating (估计) a victim’s condition is known by the acronym (只取首字母缩写词) ABC, which stands for:
A－Airway: Is it open and unobstructed?
B－Breathing: Is the person breathing? Look, listen, and feel for breathing．
C－Circulation: Is there a pulse? Is the person bleeding externally (体表上)? Check the skin color and temperature for the additional indications of circulation problems．
Once the obvious injuries have been evaluated, the injured person’s head should be kept in a neutral position in line with the body. If no evidence exists to suggest the potential skull (头骨) or spinal injury, place the injured person in a comfortable position. Positioned on one side, a victim can throw up without choking (窒息) or obstructing the airway.
1. The underlined word “unobstructed” has the closest meaning to _________| A．choke | B．stuck | C．free | D．long |
| A．When the victim is in a dangerous surrounding. |
| B．When the victim doesn’t breathe. |
| C．When the victim has the spinal injury. |
| D．When the victim suffers a skull injury. |
| A．Checking the victim’s ABC. |
| B．Calling for the professional medical aid. |
| C．Positioning the victim’s head properly. |
| D．Doing first aid immediately. |
