【题目】阅读下列短文,从每题所给的ABCD四个选项中,选出最佳选项。

I am a vegetarian(素食主义者).Many people are quick to think of vegetarianism as strange behaviorI treasure our Earth, and since we only have one, we should protect it and the wildlife that lives on itBut that’s only one of the reasons to be a vegetarian

Vegetarians may live longer, healthier livesThere is a connection between red meat consumption and various diseasesFrom an economic standpoint, it requires less land, money and energy to produce foods for a vegetarian dietWhile there are many benefits to being a vegetarian, only a handful of those who attempt to adopt this lifestyle succeed

The most important quality required to be a vegetarian is firmness since surrounded by thetemptationof meat, we tend to give up vegetarianism easilyCreativity is almost as important as commitmentIt’s easy to tire of eating nothing but saladBut with a little creativity and some soy products, almost any meal can become vegetarian-friendly

Not everyone wants to be vegetarianAccepting this is part of being a vegetarian with styleForcing your beliefs on others is disrespectfulStylish vegetarians should also be able to turn down a meaty dish politely without annoying their hosts

Being a successful vegetarian has been easy for me, but it may not be so for othersA common mistake is quitting before your body has adjusted to the changeIt can be difficult to keep the lifestyle in the beginning because of temptationHowever, it fades over timeAnother common mistake is quitting because you’ve been misinformed about the nutritional wisdom of being a vegetarianThat’s why it is vital to be educatedCountless people will tell you that it’s impossible to obtain the nutrients and protein(蛋白质)your body requires without meat, but they are incorrectPeople actually need only 44-55 grams of protein a day, and that is easily found in a vegetarian dietMany meat eaters are consuming three times that amount, which is not beneficialIt leads to diseasesVegetables can also supply all the vitamins, minerals and nutrients your body needsHowever, if you’re still not convinced, you can take a multi-vitamin

1According to the passage, being a vegetarian helps ______

A. protect the wildlife

B. free people from diseases

C. rid people from strange behaviors

D. develop a better economy

2What’s the underlined word temptation in Paragraph 3 closest in meaning to?

A. Unpleasant taste B. Extreme attraction

C. Great consumption D. Significant importance

3Stylish vegetarians do not ______

A. force others to be vegetarians

B. respect other people’s beliefs

C. turn down hosts gracefully

D. refuse an offer of meat

4Which of the following is NOT true?

A. Many people give up before their bodies can adjust to the transition

B. Many people quit because they’re poorly educated about nutrition

C. Consuming 150 grams protein a day can be harmful

D. Vegetarians need multi-vitamins to keep healthy

5Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A. Reasons why the author became a vegetarian

B. Important qualities required to be a vegetarian

C. Advantages and disadvantages of being a vegetarian

D. Common mistakes on the way to being a vegetarian

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