A.His hands. | B.His back. | C.His knee. |
2 . What is the best sleep position for your health?
It’s difficult to control what sleeping position we naturally fall into, as our body will subconsciously all into the most comfortable position for us. However, some positions are better for you than others and come could hold back your health and wellbeing.
If you sleep on your side
More than 60 per cent of people sleep on their side. Often our body naturally moves to this position, which is linked to when we were in the womb in the foetal(胎儿的) position.
If you sleep on your back
Lying on your back is the second most popular sleeping position and offers just as many benefits as side sleeping. When you’re sleeping on your back, it’s easy to keep alignment and to also evenly distribute your weight.
If you sleep on your stomach
Sleeping on your stomach is the least common sleeping position.
A.This also helps to prevent any neck and back pain. |
B.Sleeping on your side is probably the best position |
C.Side sleeping would be particularly beneficial for older people. |
D.There are more negatives to this position compared to positives. |
E.Determining the sleeping position for you is personal preference. |
F.Here, this article reveals exactly how your sleep position is affecting your health. |
G.This is mostly likely because it is one of the most comfortable sleeping positions. |
1. What does the woman do?
A.A policewoman. | B.A doctor. | C.A driver. |
A.Happy. | B.Disappointed. | C.Worried. |
4 . One of the most firmly established idea of manliness(男子汉) is that a real man doesn’t cry. Although he might cry a bit at a funeral, he is expected to quickly regain control. Crying openly is for girls. One study found that women cry significantly more than men do—five times as often, on average, and almost twice as long per period.
Historically, however, men usually cried, and no one saw it as shameful. For example, in the Middle Ages, knights(骑士) cried only because they missed their girlfriends. In The Knight of the Cart, no less a hero than Lancelot cries at a brief separation from Guinevere. There’s no mention of the men in these stories trying to hold back or hide their tears. They cry in a crowded hall with their heads held high. Nor do other people make fun of this public crying; it’s universally regarded as an expression of feeling to show love.
So where did all the male tears go? The most obvious possibility is that this is the result of changes as we moved from an agricultural(农业的) society to one that was urban(城市的)and industrial(工业的). In the Middle Ages, most people spent their lives among those they had known since birth. If men cried, they did so with people who would sympathize(同情). But from the 18th to 20th centuries, the population became increasingly urbanize, and people were living in the midst of thousands of strangers. Furthermore, changes in the economy required men to work together in factories and offices where expressions of feelings and even personal conversations were discouraged as time wasting.
Yet human beings weren’t designed to hide their feelings, and there’s reason to believe that restraining tears can be harmful to your well-being. Research from the 1980s has suggested a relationship between stress-related illnesses and not enough crying. Crying is also, somewhat related with happiness and wealth. Countries where people cry the most tend to be richer and more confident.
1. In history, people considered it ________ for men to cry in public.A.manly | B.shameful | C.acceptable | D.funny |
A.By offering descriptions. | B.By asking questions. |
C.By comparing facts. | D.By listing numbers. |
A.Tony who lives alone and never expresses himself. |
B.Peter who is outgoing but sometimes cries in public. |
C.Arthur who is under great stress but never shed a tear. |
D.Adam who sometimes cries but quickly regain control. |
A.Men Don’t Cry. Why? | B.Crying Is for Women |
C.Who Cry More? Men or Women? | D.Crying Makes a Weak Man |
5 . Protecting your eyesight is one of the most important things you can do to help maintain your quality of life.
Protect your eyes from harmful UV(紫外线的) light. When you stay outdoors during daytime, always wear sunglasses that protect your eyes from 100 percent of the sun’s harmful UV rays.
Look for warning signs of changes in your vision.
A.This may help reduce your risk of cataracts(白内障) and other problems. |
B.Test your eyesight for free in an online eye exam. |
C.In a word, eye care is very important, no matter how old a person is. |
D.With a little careful and loving care, you can keep your eyes healthy as you age. |
E.Get your eyes checked at least every two years. |
F.It’s true that following these steps is no guarantee of perfect vision through your lifetime. |
G.If you start noticing changes in your vision, see your eye doctor immediately. |
6 . What Does the Length of Your Fingers Say About You?
Are you the peace-loving type or the ambitious go-getter? Your finger length might be a clue. Take a look at your fingers. Would you believe me if I told you that the length of your fingers in relation to one another can predict your personality? I know that it sounds like one of those silly tests you see on Facebook, but I have to admit that it is exactly correct for me. Here’s how it works.
Look at your three middle fingers of your hand. Is your index finger longer than your ring finger? Is your ring finger longer than your index finger? Or are the two of the same length? Find the situation that best matches your hand and see if what follows is an accurate description of your personality.
Longer ring finger: The Sweet Talker
If your ring finger is longer than your index finger, research shows that you’re likely a charming type, and you can probably talk yourself out of any situation. Others often find this personality type irresistible and will go to great lengths to help you. You’re more likely to take risks, and you’re good at problem-solving. People in this category make great engineers, soldiers and crossword-puzzle solvers.
Longer index finger: The (Over) Confident One
If your index finger is longer than your ring finger, chances are you are full of confidence—possibly even to the point of being over-confident and proud. You are not necessarily introverted (内向的), but you do enjoy time to yourself, especially when you’re trying to complete a project. You are a dream pursuer who can make things happen, but you may be shy when it comes to taking the first step in a relationship. You are also probably happy with what you have, but you’re always wishing for more.
Index and ring finger are of the same length: The Peacemaker
If your index finger and ring finger are roughly of the same length, you are likely to avoid conflict at all costs and seek to keep the peace in your relationships. You are well-organized, faithful and sympathetic. But deep down under all of that caring and peace-loving, you also have a hot-tempered side that can appear unexpectedly when you’re pushed too far. You will try your hardest to avoid a fight.
How well do these descriptions match your personality? I was surprised at the accuracy in my case, but I’m not going to tell you which one it was!
1. Which of the following hand could be an engineer’s hand?A. | B. | C. | D. |
A.is very charming and helpful | B.always tries hard to avoid a fight |
C.often takes silly tests on Facebook | D.thinks the descriptions suit him well |
A.How accurate the description of the test is. |
B.The length of fingers can reveal personality. |
C.Why your fingers are not of the same length. |
D.Personality is determined by your finger length. |
A.A popular magazine. | B.An official report. |
C.A public advertisement. | D.A biology textbook. |