The human brain weighs about 1.4 kilograms, but it can hold much more information than most computers. However, there is another difference between human brains and computers. Computers don't forget information they are given, but humans often do. No one remembers everything and luckily we don't usually have to. But everyone can improve their memories if they want to. Here are some suggestions.

Try to use new information immediately. For example, if you meet someone who says " Hi! I'm Carlos. " Don't just say "hello". Repeat the person's name and say "Hello, Carlos”

Break a big number into small parts. For example, it's hard to remember 109244153. But if you break it into three parts-109/244/153, it will become easier.

Write down what you need to remember over and over again. This will help you keep it in mind longer, especially when memorizing formulas(公式)or facts.

Always review information. If you bring what you've learned back to your mind, it'll become easier to remember. For example, before you go to sleep, it's a good idea to, the new things you've learned that day.

Discuss with friends. It is always easier to remember things through discussions. You can have a discussion about what's right or wrong, and it will lead to the right answer.

All of the suggestions are helpful. If you follow them, you am certain to improve your memory.

1.How many suggestions am mentioned in the passage?

A.Three. B.Four. C.Five. D.Six.

2.What can help memorize a big number more easily according to the passage?

A.Storing it in a computer. B.Breaking it into small parts.

C.Discussing it with a friend. D.Reviewing it before you sleep.

3.The best title of the passage is_____.

A.Discussing Can Help You Remember Things B.Reviewing Can Help You Improve Your Memory

C.The Suggestions of Improving Memory D.The Importance of Improving Memory

Do you know extreme(极限) sports? Let me tell you something about them. Extreme sports are often dangerous. But some people like them. They want to do them, even women. Do you know why? One said, "Because they can make me so excited." Do you think so? Most of people say they are mad(发疯的).

Bungee Jumping: People on some South Pacific (太平洋) islands have been bungee jumping for hundreds of years. In 1979, some people bungee jumped off a bridge in England and made the sport popular around the world. Bungee jumping came to China in 1996.

Skateboarding: At first, this sport was called "sidewalk surfing". Skateboarders often jump high into the air, go down steps or slide(滑动) down rails on their boards. They wear baggy trousers so they can move more freely.

Skydiving: This is the scariest(惊险的) extreme sport. Skydivers jump out of airplanes about four kilometers up in the sky. They usually fall freely for a while and then open a parachute to slow down for a safe landing.

Snowboarding: This became a winter Olympic sport in 1998. People tied their feet to the board with special shoes. They don't use any ski sticks. Then, they ride down hills, jump high and do tricks.

根据短文内容,完成下列小题。

1.Are extreme sports exciting?

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2.Are these extreme sports safe or dangerous?

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3.Which one is the scariest?

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4.Why do many people like these sports?

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5.What does the passage mainly tell us?

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Making the Team

Tick-tock. Tick-tock. The clock seemed to be moving very slowly. This was Andy's last class of the day-biology. Usually, Andy liked biology. Usually, Andy didn't want biology class to end. But not today. Today there were_________ for the basketball team after school.

There was only one thing that Andy liked more than biology: basketball. For months, Andy went to the backyard and practiced his shots every night after dinner. He loved the feeling of the basketball in his hands and the ________ the ball made when it sailed through the net. Swish! The best sound in the world !

"Psst! Andy!" Tommy was trying to get his attention.

"I feel like this class will never_________," said Tommy.

They had been best friends since kindergarten. Tommy loved basketball, too. He was also trying out for the basketball team. Andy was glad he'd have his best friend by his side.

Suddenly the bell rang and the class was over. When they rushed to the gym, Andy's heart sank. At least 60 boys were there. Andy knew the basketball team only had ________ for 20 people. What if only one of them made the team ? That would be worse.

The coach's whistle started the tryouts. Andy and Tommy were divided into different teams to play against one another. The minute he felt his hands on the basketball, Andy felt better. Swish! Swish! Not all of the shots went in, but a lot of them did.

Tommy was waiting outside for Andy when the tryouts were over.

"How did it go?" Tommy asked.

"Um . . . I think it went alright…"

"Anyway, the coach will_______ a list of who made the team tomorrow before school," Tommy patted Andy on the shoulder. Then they walked home in ______

The next morning Andy hurried to school without breakfast. He found Tommy's name on the list-he had made it! Andy's eyes moved down the list, slowly, reading every name.

"Andy!" He heard Tommy's _________voice, "we made it!"

"How? I couldn't see my name anywhere." said Andy.

"Look at the second sheet!"

Andy looked back at the list and found his name on the second sheet. He ________and gave Tommy a high-five. They made the team together.

1.A.tryouts B.players C.games D.fans

2.A.flight B.circle C.noise D.sound

3.A.end B.last C.work D.change

4.A.areas B.places C.balls D.names

5.A.find B.read C.post D.check

6.A.disappointment B.excitement C.surprise D.silence

7.A.different B.strange C.happy D.upset

8.A.followed B.turned C.rose D.left

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