1 . For people suffering from depression, there’s an all-natural treatment they should use — getting more exercise. It could help fight depression, even if people have a genetic risk, new research shows.

For the study, researchers collected information from nearly 8,000 people and found those with related genes were more likely to have depression over the next two years after examining them. But that was less likely for people who were more active at the study’s start, even if they had a family history of depression. Higher levels of physical activity helped protect even those with the highest genetic risk of depression.

Both high-intensity (高强度) exercise and low-intensity activities were associated with a reduced risk of depression. Adding four hours of exercise a week could lower the risk of a new episode (一段经历) of depression by 17%, according to the study. “Our findings strongly suggest that, when it comes to depression, being physically active has the potential to remove the added risk of future episodes in individuals who are genetically risky,” said lead author Karmel Choi. “On average, about 35 additional minutes of physical activity each day may help people to reduce their risk and protect against future depression episodes.”

Depression is a common mental illness globally, with more than 264 million people affected. “Depression is so ubiquitous, and that underlines the need for effective approaches that can impact as many people as possible,” Choi said. And mental health and primary care providers can use the findings to advise patients that there’s something meaningful they can do to lower their risk of depression.

1. How did the researchers reach their conclusion?

A．By analyzing a mass of data.

B．By conducting genetic research.

C．By comparing various levels of activity.

D．By tracking the subjects for many years.

2. What does the study show about depression?

A．Physical activity betters medical treatment.

B．Exercise is able to decrease and prevent it.

C．Different levels of exercise intensity matter the same.

D．Exercising 35 minutes daily is the most effective treatment.

3. What does the underlined word “ubiquitous” in paragraph 4 mean?

A．Harmful.	B．Complex.
C．Unusual.	D．Common.

4. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To discuss a disease.

B．To introduce a method.

C．To analyze a genetic risk.

D．To explain a phenomenon.

2 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The ancient Xi’ an held China’s 14th National Games in September. Being the capital of thirteen     1    (dynasty) throughout Chinese history, the ancient city has never been far from sports. Starting from the Western Zhou Dynasty to the Tang Dynasty (618-907),     2     city has held many sports events. Cuju, the origin of modern football, was an     3    (amaze) game requiring kicking a ball into a net.

    4    (describe) as a form of entertainment among the public, Cuju first appeared in the ancient Chinese historical work Zhan Guo Ce (Strategies of the Warring States). In this period, people played the game     5     fun. Later, Cuju was     6    (usual) played in the army for military training purposes during the Han Dynasty. Emperor Hangaozu Liu Bang, the first emperor of the Western Han Dynasty not only liked watching Cuju games, but always tried his footwork on the playground. Liu Che, emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty,     7     was crazy about Cuju, would build a Cuju field wherever his army went. He used Cuju as a way     8    (train) soldiers. The     9    (early) record of women Cuju players can date back to the Han Dynasty.

As a way of national culture protection, Cuju     10    (list) into the first group of China’s intangible cultural heritages (非物质文化遗产) in 2006.

3 . 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧)，并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：
1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2. 只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。

People believe climbing can do well to health. Where can you learn the skill of climbing then? If you think you had to go to the mountains to learn climbing, you are wrong. Many people are learning what to climb in city gyms. To climb, you need special shoe and a safety belt around your chest hold you. A beginner’s climb wall is usually 15 feet high, and you climb straight up. The most difficulty part is to control your fear. Climbing attracts people because it’s a good exercise for almost everyone. You use your whole body, especial your arms and legs. When you climb, all your mind and body become stronger.

5 . Columbus College, 241 Queen Elizabeth Drive, Kowloon City

Memo

To: All Staff
From: Jakie Mok, Secretary; Sports Development Committee
Date: May 20, 2022

A week ago, “Sports for Life” program was sent to the parents, requiring them to select a sport they wanted their child to play. Since then, our staff have received lots of calls from parents asking for more information about it. Here is a memo (备忘录) for your reference when you answer the phones.

Sports 1: Basketball

We expect that this will be the most popular of the four sports. Therefore, students should be advised to sign up as soon as possible. Students will take a private bus to and from Kwun Tong Sports Park. To cover the cost of hiring a bus, each student will have to pay $10 each time. There will be four basketball courts available for our use with one teacher watching over each game.

Sports 2: Gym

We will be using St. Peter’s Memorial Park. There are two reasons for choosing this park. First, it is not very busy and crowded before 6:00 pm. Second, it has lots of trees with plenty of shade. Students must bring along two bottles of water to prevent thirst. Three activities, skipping, jogging, outdoor aerobics (有氧运动), all of which are free of charge, will be arranged. And there will be a teacher on duty for each of the activities.

Sports 3: Hiking

Hiking will take place at Kowloon Peak. The activity will start at 2: 30 pm and finish 90 minutes later. Three teachers will accompany the students, and a hiking instructor will accompany each group of 15 hikers. Each instructor will cost $75/hr. Students are advised to bring plenty of water and sunscreen.

Sports 4: Swimming

The Kowloon City Aquatic Centre is a 10-minute walk from our school. Four teachers will go to the pool and conduct the goings-on from the poolside. We will only be able to reserve the pool for one hour (i.e. 2:45 pm to 3:45 pm.) Only students skillful at swimming can take up this activity. The pool will have two lifeguards present. Girls must wear a swimming suit. The cost is $10 per visit.

1. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A．Students selecting basketball had better sign up early.

B．Students participating in gym should arrive at 6:00 pm.

C．Hiking usually begins at 2:30 pm and lasts 2 hours.

D．Students having swimming suits can take up swimming.

2. It can be concluded that _______.

A．each sport will take only one hour

B．students will be charged for the four sports

C．all the sports will take place at Kowloon Peak

D．teachers will accompany students on each sport

3. The purpose of the memo is to________.

A．attract students’ interest in the program

B．help the staff explain the program to parents

C．require the parents to select a sport for their child

D．remind teachers and lifeguards to be present on time

6 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Exercise is something    1    can help to make you look good, feel good and be     2    （health）. Experts suggest that teenagers spend at least 30 minutes    3    (exercise)   five times    4    week. That is easy to do! Walking and travelling    5    bike count, and so do school sports. Often, teenagers give up sport, saying they have no time    6    (leave) after their studies. Many teenagers are    7    (surprise) to learn that when you exercise, your body    8    (produce) some chemicals that make you feel peaceful and relaxing and increase your ability    9    (concentrate) when you study. These chemicals even help you sleep    10    (well) at night.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How does the woman feel about most sports?

A．Bored.

B．Frightened.

C．Excited.

2. What does the woman suggest doing finally?

A．Skiing.

B．Skating.

C．Jogging.

8 . 你校正在组织英语作文比赛。 请以“The Sport I Like Best”为题写一篇短文参赛，内容包括：
1. 你最喜欢的运动；
2. 该运动对你的影响。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

The Sport I Like Best

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