1 . Plenty of children ask their parents for a pet. And now it might be harder for parents to refuse their requests, as a new study shows that young adults who care for an animal have stronger social relationships. American scientists also found that looking after a pet might also help teenagers develop better social skills.
Animals can have positive effects on children, but little is known about the benefits that caring for animals every day can bring to young people. “The young teenagers in the study who cared for pets felt more connected to other people,” said Dr. Megan Mueller, a professor at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, Massachusetts.
Dr. Mueller surveyed more than 500 young people aged between 18 and 26 about their attitudes towards animals. Their responses were used to measure their positive youth development characteristics such as caring, confidence and connection, as well as feelings of depression. The study found that young adults who cared for animals helped their friends or family more and showed stronger leadership qualities than those who did not look after a pet. The more actively they took part in the pet’s care, the higher they scored on their sociable deeds.
“We can’t draw causal links with this study, but it is a good starting point to better understand the role of animals in our lives, especially when we are young,” said Dr. Mueller. To further develop the research, scientists need to look at how specific features of human experiences are connected with animal experiences, as well as how these relationships develop over time, and look at a larger number of people.
1. If teenagers look after pets, they will probably _____.| A．Score highly at school. | B．Develop better social skills. |
| C．Become leaders in the future. | D．Have only positive characteristics. |
| A．Children should love pets. |
| B．Little is known about pets. |
| C．Children’s growth is connected with pets. |
| D．Pets can benefit children. |
| A．To study more people. | B．To communicate with animals. |
| C．To care for more animals. | D．To measure youth development characteristics. |
| A．A scientific journal. | B．A health magazine. |
| C．A storybook. | D．An education program. |
2 . Top 4 Most Comfortable & Luxurious Airports In the World
1. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
This airport has won the title of the world’s best airport for the 6th year in a row!
The airport is world-famous for their beautiful architecture, indoor waterfalls, and butterfly garden
Free 24-hour movie theatre and a swimming pool are some of what makes Changi Airport the best
Luxurious spa, open air restaurants and free tours around the airport to make your layover fun
2. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Seoul’s Incheon is always sparkling and is one of the busiest airports in the world
Located on an island in South Korea, Incheon Airport has a Korean culture museum and features cultural performances throughout the day
Spacious VIP lounges, indoor skating rink, and beautiful spas
Authentic(真正的), local dish options
3. Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
One of the two major airports of Tokyo, Japan, Haneda is only a few miles from Japan’s capital
While being one of the most busiest airports in the world, Haneda is of the cleanest and most efficient
Cross the Haneda Bridge to feel like you’re in Edo
Visit the ‘Aviation Shrine’ for spiritual healing and praying if you have time!
4. Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Home to Cathay Pacific Airlines – a top-rated airline
Fast connections from the city via Airport Express that takes you to the airport in just 24 minutes!
Premium class lounges, nap rooms, and an IMAX theatre
HKG even has their own top-rated luxury hotel called the Regal Airport Hotel.
1. What can’t be found at SIN?| A．A 24-hour theater | B．Swimming pool |
| C．Open air restaurants | D．Indoor skating rink |
| A．SIN | B．ICN | C．HND | D．HKG |
| A．Passengers can watch movies there. |
| B．It provides local special food. |
| C．It has its own hotel. |
| D．It is the busiest airport. |
| A．Business | B．Travel | C．Culture | D．Society |
