Hua Tuo was a famous physician in the later years of the Eastern Han Dynasty. He is
Hua later appeared in many
According to the story, after Guan’s right arm
This popular story shows both the doctor’s exceptional skill and the rare
1. Why does the man give the woman flowers?
| A．To convey his gratitude. | B．To celebrate Christmas. | C．To congratulate her. |
| A．A nurse. | B．A doctor. | C．A patient. |
3 . Gene therapy (治疗)—which involves fixing or replacing a disease-causing gene or changing its activity—has recorded some remarkable successes and some fatal missteps. Having experienced those extreme ups and downs in the past decades, gene therapy has now begun advancing at a rapid pace. This report explores how the field has moved beyond its early failures and fully grown to embrace its bright future.
Over the past few years, not only has the discipline changed but the definition of gene therapy has evolved. Today the field includes not just direct permanent changes to a cell’s DNA but also temporary changes to how genes are translated into proteins. Researchers have now reported a number of success stories: they have alleviated some cases of blindness, cured cancers, addressed the underlying causes of some blood diseases, and begun to treat some born disorders.
The history of gene therapy has had a lot to overcome, both in fame and at the lab bench. Early tragedies led researchers to different paths—while some of them turned away from the field, others fought to pursue ways to prevent the side effects. What has resulted is a range of new viral vectors (载体), engineered to mix their genetic material more safely and efficiently into the genome, as well as the rapid adoption and development of tools, such as the Nobel Prize-winning technique known as CRISPR.
Gene therapy has more than compensated (弥补) for its shaky scientific start and the field also managed to restore its reputation. Consequently, both patients and the public now connect this approach with the hope for seemingly miraculous cures. And with that hope comes other problems: problems of over-expectation, of affordability and of accessibility. Current gene therapy approaches are pricey and not easily available, and both issues limit their possible reach. Solving these problems may be the field’s next big challenge.
1. Which description of Gene therapy is correct according to Paragraph 1?| A．It is faced with lots of difficulties. | B．It had setbacks but also successes. |
| C．It works by damaging gene activity. | D．It developed steadily in early times. |
| A．Increased. | B．Promoted. | C．Witnessed. | D．Eased. |
| A．People think gene therapy is too hard to get. |
| B．Patients would be cured easily in the future. |
| C．Researchers will lower the price of gene therapy. |
| D．Patients have high expectations for gene therapy. |
| A．Gene therapy has a long history. | B．The age of gene therapy has come. |
| C．People can benefit from gene therapy. | D．Gene therapy has been widely applied. |
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1. What can be learnt in the course First Aid at Work?| A．The steps to deal with various injuries. |
| B．The process of preventing a terrible fire. |
| C．The operation of certain medical equipment. |
| D．The treatment for an adult’s mental problems. |
| A．First Aid at Work. |
| B．Fire Marshal Training. |
| C．First Aid for Teachers Training. |
| D．AED with Life Support. |
| A．It offers discounts for groups of teachers. |
| B．It doesn’t provide certificates for trainees. |
| C．It is provided in a school environment. |
| D．It has a requirement for age. |
| A．His health condition. | B．His family illnesses. | C．His medication history. |
6 . There was a time when the word “surgery” used to scare people, and they would try their best to avoid a surgical procedure. The feeling is understandable, as the idea of a large cut on your body is discomforting in many ways. However, thanks to the advances in medical science, surgical techniques have improved considerably.
Compared with the traditional open surgery, minimally invasive surgery (微创手术)has several benefits to offer. Not only is the procedure quick and less painful, but also ensures rapid recovery. Now, surgical procedures, either big or small, are done within a few minutes to a few hours. The best part about the minimally invasive surgery is the painless procedure. The advanced techniques are helping with quality treatments to patients who have to undergo (进行) surgical procedures.
Unlike the traditional open surgery that requires a large cut, a surgeon makes multiple tiny cuts of less than an inch. For the process, the surgeon uses small surgical instruments, such as a tiny tube with a mini camera at one end. Once the surgeon marks the cuts, he then passes the tiny tube through one of the cuts. The doctor monitors the images taken by the mini camera on the screen and uses them as a reference. These images give the surgeon a clear picture of the area undergoing the surgery. After the surgery, the surgeon cleans the cuts and sometimes places a bandage for additional support.
Minimally invasive surgery has become the first choice of patients with multiple medical conditions. In fact, it would not be wrong to say that these surgeries are now the standard surgical procedures for many routine operations. Whether you have a minor issue or want a surgical intervention for a major health condition, it is the best option.
1. What makes people afraid of surgery?| A．The large cut. |
| B．The great risk. |
| C．The high expense. |
| D．The slow recovery. |
| A．The previous treatment plan. |
| B．The images by the mini camera. |
| C．The standard surgical procedures. |
| D．The advice from other surgeons. |
| A．Patients in need of additional support. |
| B．Patients lack of regular checkups. |
| C．Patients with several medical conditions. |
| D．Patients scared of surgical instruments. |
| A．Disapproving. |
| B．Objective. |
| C．Doubtful. |
| D．Supportive. |
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