Sex prejudices are based on and justified by the ideology(意识形态) that biology is destiny. According to this ideology, basic biological and psychological differences exist between the sexes. These differences require each sex to play a separate role in social life. Women are the weaker sex both physically and emotionally. Thus, they are naturally suited, much more so than men, to the performance of domestic(家庭的) duties. A woman’s place, under normal circumstances, is within the protective environment of the home. Nature has determined that women play caretaker roles, such as wife and mother and homemaker. On the other hand, men are best suited to go out into the competitive world of work and politics, where serious responsibilities must be taken on. Men are to be the providers; women and children are “dependents”.

    The ideology also holds that women who wish to work outside the household should naturally fill these jobs that are in line with the special capabilities of their sex. It is appropriate for women, not men, to be employed as nurses, social workers, elementary school teachers, house-hold helpers, clerks and secretaries. These positions are simply an extension of women’s domestic role. Informal distinctions between “women’s work” and “men’s work” in the labor force, according to the ideology, are simply a functional reflection of the basic differences between the sexes.

Finally, the ideology suggests that nature has worked her will in another significant way. For the human species to survive over time, its members must regularly reproduce. Thus, women must, whether at home or in the labor force, make the most of their physical appearances.

So goes the ideology. It is, of course, not true that basic biological and psychological differences between the sexes require each to play sex-defined roles in social life. There is enough evidence that sex roles vary from society to society, and those role differences that do exist are largely learned.

But to the degree people actually believe that biology is destiny and that nature intended for men and women to make different contributions to society, sex-defined roles will be seen as totally acceptable.

1.According to the biology-is-destiny ideology, women_______.

A. cannot compete with men in any field            

B. are suited more to domestic jobs than men

C. are sensitive enough to be a good caretaker        

D. are too weak to do any agricultural work at all

2.Those who have prejudices against women think that_______.

A. women shouldn’t go out for work           

B. women should earn money to add the family income

C. women going out for work should only do “women’s work”

D. women should take jobs to drill the special capabilities of the sex

3.The author thinks that the positions women hold outside_______.

A. are determined by what they are better suited to  

B. grow out of their household responsibilities

C. represent their breakthrough of sex discrimination 

D. are physically and emotionally suitable to them                                                                                             

4.What does the underlined sentence imply?

A. Sex roles are socially determined  

B. Sex roles are emotionally and physically determined

C. Sex roles are biologically and psychologically determined 

D. Sex roles are determined by education people take

 

As I held my father’s hands one night, I couldn’t help but notice their calluses (老茧) and roughness. His hands tell the story of his life as a    16  , including all his struggles.

One summer, I remember, a drought (旱灾) hit Ontario, turning it into a   17   desert. On one of those hot mornings I was picking sweet corn with my dad to fill the last  18  from the grocery shore. Fifty dozen was all we needed, which  19   took twenty minutes. That morning, however, the process didn’t   20  quickly. After forty minutes of aimlessly walking in the field, we    21   needed twenty dozen. I was completely frustrated and    22   . Dropping the basket heavily, I declared, “If the store wants its last twenty dozen, they can pick it themselves!” Dad    23   , “Just think, my little girl, only ten dozen left for each of us and then we’re    24   . ” Such is Dad—whatever problem he    25   , he never gives up.

   26   , the disastrous effects of the drought were felt all over our country. It was a challenging time for everyone,   27   Dad remained optimistic. He    28   to be grateful for other things like good health and food on our plates. Only then did I truly begin to    29   Dad and his faith guided us through the hard times.

Dad is also a living example of real    30  . From dawn to dark, he works countless hours to    31   our family. He always puts our happiness    32   his own, and never fails to cheer me on at my sports games    33   his exhaustion after long days. His loving and selfless nature has inspired me to become more sympathetic and    34  , putting others first.

Dad, the life    35   I have learned from you will stay with me forever. You are my father, teacher, friend and, most importantly, my hero.

1.                A.teacher        B.gardener        C.farmer   D.grocer

 

2.                A.stormy         B.lively           C.disappearing   D.burning

 

3.                A.order          B.form           C.gap  D.position

 

4.                A.repeatedly      B.normally        C.finally    D.really

 

5.                A.go             B.begin          C.occur    D.change

 

6.                A.yet            B.still            C.even D.nearly

 

7.                A.surprised       B.nervous        C.angry D.frightened

 

8.                A.apologized      B.cried           C.complained    D.laughed

 

9.                A.lost            B.done           C.gone D.touched

 

10.               A.meets with      B.brings up       C.works out  D.thinks about

 

11.               A.Thankfully      B.Hopefully       C.Unfortunately   D.Strangely

 

12.               A.or             B.for            C.so    D.but

 

13.               A.happened      B.seemed        C.continued D.aimed

 

14.               A.face           B.appreciate      C.examine   D.question

 

15.               A.love           B.pride          C.friendship D.honesty

 

16.               A.support        B.settle          C.start  D.impress

 

17.               A.after           B.before         C.beside    D.under

 

18.               A.in spite of       B.in terms of      C.in control of    D.in place of

 

19.               A.careful         B.regretful        C.considerate    D.humorous

 

20.               A.history         B.motto          C.patterns   D.lessons

 

 

You maybe surprised to learn that one of the best steps you can take to protect your health is to step outside and spend some time in the grass, dirt and water.

Our ancestors enjoyed the healing power of nature,and now scientists are starting to catch up.According to research in recent years,just having a view of nature has been shown to improve hospital patients' recovery and reduce illness rates among office workers.Also,exposure(曝露) to wildlife,horseback riding,hiking,camping and farms can be helpful for a variety of health conditions in adults and children.

Much of this type of research is focusing on children,and in fact an entire movement has quickly developed to connect kids with the healing power of nature.

Obesity(肥胖).Rates of childhood obesity have grown sharply in recent years,and this is partly because of reduced outdoor activity time.Increasing the time students spend learning about nature,both in and outside the classroom,would help solve this problem.Such lessons are often more attractive for students and often lead them to become more active outside.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD)(注意力缺失症).Exposure to ordinary natural settings in the course of common after­school and weekend activities may be effective in reducing attention deficit symptoms in children.Participation in green activities—such as nature walks—helped ADHD patients from a wide range of backgrounds to stay focused and complete tasks.

Stress.Access to nature,even houseplants,can help children cope with stress.

Depression and seasonal emotional disorder.Major depression requires medical treatment,but physical activity,especially outdoors,can help ease symptoms.For your average case of winter blues,experts suggest spending time outside every day and,if possible,taking the family to a sunny vacation spot in mid­winter.

Experts emphasize that you needn't go to wilderness preserves to enjoy nature's benefits—simply walking in a city park or growing in a rooftop garden can make a difference.

1.It can be inferred from the first two paragraphs that       .

    A.ancient people were not familiar with the healing power of nature.

    B.modern people are not familiar with the healing power of nature.

    C.the healing power of nature works better on children.

    D.the healing power of nature works better on office workers.

2.According to Para.4, lessons about nature         .

    A.should engage parents in them

    B.should take place outdoors

    C.are used widely at schools

    D.are liked by students

3.Exposure to green areas in neighborhoods can     

    A.improve children's skills at learning

    B.help reduce ADHD symptoms

    C.treat major depression

    D.cure winter blues

4.What can be inferred from the last paragraph?

    A.You can only enjoy nature's benefits in the wilderness.

    B.A common natural setting is beneficial to your health.

    C.A city park and a rooftop garden have different benefits.

    D.Too many people in the wilderness will reduce the benefits of nature.

 

The Official Theme for the 2005 World Exposition , Aichi,Japan is “Nature’s Wisdom”.

Name: The 2005 World Exposition, Aichi, Japan

Theme: “Nature’s Wisdom”

Site: Steo City, Nagakute Town, Toyata City, in Aichi Prefecture, Japan

Period: March 25 to September 25, 2005

Projected number of visitors: 15 million

Nature has provided humanity with a means to develop into complex societies based on this very basic relationship.

A vast network of knowledge and wisdom has evolved from this basic relationship between humans and nature. Nature's wisdom,her mysteries, inspiring beauty and power,have been unlocked by minds and scientific processes. Humans have become masters of this knowledge and have developed incredible technologies to employ energy and other resources.

In an increasingly overcrowded world, it is sometimes hard to focus beyond everyday life and onto the long term effects of our technological progress. Surely then,we must be reminded of the true wisdom found in a continuous relationship with nature. After all,we are in a world seeing an increasing amount of media coverage of international debates concerned about damage to the environment. It is commonly accepted that as far as the environment is concerned,it is a time to re-think our relationship with nature before it is too late.

Model Community

Continuous development is what the Eco-communities project at Expo 2005 is all about. The Eco-communities project has been expected to reuse energy and to reduce and make use of existing waste. As well, the entire Expo 2005 site--expected to host 25 million people over a six-month period--has been designed with the conservation(保持)of nature and the local environment as the top priority(优先考虑的事).

Finding answers for today' s world must be done in the background of technology. Thus,the idea of eco-communities was developed. Yet, an understanding of the socio-historical background is just as important in today’s richly multi-cultural world of economically various states and unions. And so the "Art of Life" Expo 2005 sub-theme was expected to be a model of human participation on a global scale. Expo 2005 offers to the people of the world an opportunity to come together and discuss many global issues that face humankind. It is a place to bring together the world's talent to create a model community for the future where humans can live in harmony with nature.

64.What is the period of Expo 2005 Japan?

A.May 1-October 31.            B.March 25-September 25.

C.May 1-October 30.          D.October 9-0ctober 21.

65. Which of the following themes is Expo 2005 Japan's?

A.Better City,Better Life

B.Interactions between Urban and Rural Areas

C.Nature’s Wisdom

D.Environment, Resource and Technique

66.According to paragraph 3, nature has many features except ______.

A. danger      B. power     C. beauty       D. wisdom

67. We can infer that______according the contents of the passage.

A.the relationship between nature and humans isn’t close

B.it is easier for us to find the true wisdom

C.it is important and necessary for human to protect environment

and nature

D.harmonious community and Art of life can’t realize

 

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