Will it matter if you don't take your breakfast? Recently a test was given in the United States. Those tested included people of different ages, from 12 to 83. During the experiment, these people were given all kinds of breakfasts, and sometimes they got no breakfast at all. Special tests were set up to see how well their bodies worked when they had eaten a certain kind of breakfast. The results show that if a person eats a proper breakfast, he or she will work with better effect than if he or she has no breakfast. This fact appears to be especially true if a person works with his brains. If a student eats fruit, eggs, bread and milk before going to school, he will learn more quickly and listen with more attention to class.

Opposite to what many people believe, if you don't eat breakfast, you will not lose weight. This is because people become so hungry at noon that they eat too much for lunch, and end up gaining weight instead of losing. You will probably lose more weight if you reduce your other meals.

21. During the test, those who were tested were given            .

A. no breakfast at all                            B. different breakfasts or none

C. little food for breakfast                      D. very rich breakfast

22. The results of the test show that            .

A. breakfast has great effect on work and studies

B. breakfast has little to do with a person’s work

C. a person will work better if he has a simple breakfast

D. those working with brains should have much for breakfast

23. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?

A. Poor breakfasts affect those who work with brains.

B. Morning diet may cause one to get fatter.

C. Eating less in lunch and supper may help to lose weight.

D. Reducing breakfast is of great value in weight losing.

After a busy day of work and play, the body needs to rest. Sleep is necessary for good health. During this time, the body recovers from the activities of the previous day. The rest that you get while sleeping makes it possible for your body to prepare itself for the next day.

There are four levels of sleep, each being a little deeper than the one before. As you sleep, your body relaxes little by little. Your heart beats more slowly, and your brain slows down. After you reach the fourth level, your body shifts back and forth from one level of sleep to the other.

If you have trouble falling asleep, some people suggest breathing very slowly and very deeply. Other people believe that drinking warm milk will make you drowsy. There is also an old suggestion that counting sheep will put you to sleep.

24. The text makes us know that not getting enough sleep might make you _________.

    A. suffer form poor health                  B. enjoy more

    C. dream more often                         D. breathe quickly

25. During REM, _______.

A. you move restlessly                      B. you start dreaming

C. your mind stops working                  D. your eyeballs move quickly

26 .The underlined word “drowsy” in the last paragraph probably means______.

   A. lazy         B. sleepy               C. relaxed      D. pleased

27. A good title for this text might be_________.

   A. Dreams       B. Sleep                C. Good Health      D. Work and Rest

   You put a great deal of effort into reaching the college of your choice. It’s time to get started. But what’s next? Beginning college can be an exciting but awkward time. Follow these tips to adjust to your new life rapidly and make the most of your college experience.

● To save time and money, use the college’s bus system. Taking the bus to school is quick, easy and free in most college towns. You won’t have to locate or afford a place to park either. It’s also a good way to be environmentally aware.

● Save pennies on books by waiting until class starts. You might not even need all of the recommended books. New textbooks cost an arm and a leg. Try buying used textbooks ---it’s a surefire way to save money and serves the purpose as well.

● Do never look at college life as an endless series of parties and social activities. But there is a whole lot more to college if you’re serious about graduating. Having a good college experience is all about balancing work and fun.

● Be aware that your living environment can largely affect your academic success. If the dorm doesn’t suit you, consider living at home with your family or renting your own apartment. The best location for your studies isn’t always your dorm. Find a quiet area, like the library, to do your work. Alternatively, buy some headphones that block out noise.

● Be mindful of your diet. Make healthy food choices and watch what you eat. Avoid foods that are processed or high in sugar. The “freshman 15” is real. Many college students gain at least 15 pounds during their freshmen year.

● While electives (选修课) can be helpful when figuring out your major, you shouldn’t entirely rely on them. Clubs and other organizations exist around. Get involved. Make sure, though, that you still have time to study. Having too much on your plate can hurt your grades.

28. Which of the following ideas can be financially wise?

A. Driving your own car.                      B. Attending activities.

C. Renting an apartment.                      D. Buying used books.

29. In the text, freshmen are repeatedly warned against            .

A. traffic accidents                          B. physical problems

C. academic failures                          D. social activities

30. The underlined phrase “having too much on your plate” probably refers to            .

A. using too much money for meals             B. taking part in too many after-class activities

C. eating too much unhealthy food             D. taking an elective that has too many students

31 What can we infer from the passage?

  A. Some freshmen don’t have healthy lifestyle.     B. All freshmen adapt to their new life easily.

  C. All freshmen should live in the dorm.            D. Some freshmen enjoy their new life.

Today, roller skating(滑旱冰) is easy and fun. But many years ago, it wasn’t easy at all. Before 1750, people never tried skating on wheels. That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin’s work was making instruments. In his free time he liked to play the violin. Merlin was a man with many ideas and many dreams. People called him a dreamer.

    One day Merlin received an invitation to go to an important party. He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think. He wanted to find a way to make a wonderful entrance at the party. Merlin had an idea. He thought that he would attract a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.

    Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skate shoes. Merlin was very proud of them. He dreamed of arriving at the party and skating into the room while playing the violin. He was sure that everyone would be very surprised.

    On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room, playing his violin. Everyone was really surprised to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skating. He rolled on, playing the violin. Then, with all eyes on him, Merlin hit into a huge mirror on the wall. The mirror broke into many pieces with a very loud noise. But nobody forgot Merlin’s wonderful entrance after that.

32. The story tells us that people began to enjoy roller-skating _______.      

  A. before the year 1750                       B. before the invitation

  C. because of Joseph Merlin               D. because it was dangerous

33. People called Merlin a dreamer because ___________.        

  A. he slept and dreamed a lot                

B. he was full of different ideas

  C. he was a talented violinist   

D. he always made people’s dreams come true

34 ___________ made Merlin think of skating on wheels.

  A. Merlin’s work                     B. Merlin’s violin    

C. A huge mirror                      D.An important party

35. The text is mainly about_________.

A. a strange man         

B. an unusual party

C. how roller skating began 

D. how people enjoyed themselves in the 18th century

   Friendship is a very important human relationship and everyone needs good friends.  Good friendship has many benefits.  It offers companionship, improves self-worth and promotes good health.  There are times in our lives such as when we have recently moved into a new town, or changed our jobs or schools.  Such changes often leaves us without a friend.   36   But for many of us the process is difficult and requires courage.  Below are some helpful suggestions on how to make and keep friends. 
    1. Stay in touch with others. 
     The first step to making friends is associating with other people.  You can go to public places to meet new people.  Besides, you will need to make yourself known by becoming an active member of such places. 
    2. Start a conversation
    Starting a conversation is the second most important step in making new friends.   37  You can always start the conversation.  Being able to make small talk is a very useful skill in communicating with other people.  
    3.   38 
    Choosing friends with common interests is important in building friendship as these interests would always bring you and your friend together, Hanging out will always be a pleasant experience. 
   4. Let it grow. 
    It is a good thing to stay in touch.  However, try not to press your new friend with calls, messages or visits as this would likely wear him or her out and finally you may lose your friend.   39  The best friendships are the ones that grow naturally. 
   5. Enjoy your friendship
   The best way to enjoy your friendship is to allow your friends to be themselves.   40  Try not to change them from who they are to what you want them to be.  
  A. Be cheerful.                                

B. Do things together.         
  C. Do not wait to be spoken to.                

D. Try not to find fault with your friends. 
  E. Making new friends is easy for some people. 
  F.  For a friendship to develop you need to stay in touch. 
  G. So you will need to give your friend time to react to you