Directions: After reading the passages below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use ONE word that best fits each blank.

Science can't explain the power of pets, but many studies have shown that the company of pets 1. help lower blood pressure and raise chances of recovering from a heart attack, reduce loneliness and spread all-round good cheer.

Any owner will tell you 2.a comfortable life they live with a pet. For some, an animal provides more comfort than a husband/wife. A 2002 study by Karen Allen of the State University of New York measured stress levels and blood pressure in people - half of them pet owners –while they performed 5 minutes of mental arithmetic (算术) or held a hand in ice water. Subjects completed the tasks alone, with a husband/wife, a close friend or with a pet. People with pets did it 3.(well).Those tested with their animal friends had the smallest change in blood pressure and returned most quickly to baseline heart rates.4.pets in the room, people also made fewer math mistakes than when doing in front of other companions. It seems that people feel more5.(relax) around pets, says Allen,6.thinks it may be because pets don't judge.

A study reported last fall suggests that having a pet dog not only 7. (raise) your spirits but may also have an effect on your eating habits. Researchers at Northwestern Memorial Hospital spent a year 8. (study) 36 fat people and their equally fat dogs on diet-and-exercise programs; a separate group of 56 people without pets were put on a diet program. On average, people lost about 11 pounds, or 5% of their body weight. Their dogs did even better, losing an average of 12 pounds, more than 15% of their body weight. Researchers say dog owners didn't lose any more weight than those without dogs, 9. they got more exercise overall-mostly with their dogs - and found it worth doing.

Dad was not only my best friend, but my compass (指南针).While he was alive, he ____ me with his actions and advice. He taught me one important ____:“Believe in yourself.”

If there was one phrase my dad ____ liked to hear, it was “I can't.” He did not have chance to finish high school and ____ two jobs to support his large family, ____ he never complained. Through self-education and years of hard work, my dad became an excellent journalist.

When I was in high school, I had a ____ time with math. He tried to help me, but I ____ struggled. So my math teacher suggested I meet with him at 7:00 each morning before school for ____ help. I told Dad, “That's ____! I'm tired! I can't do that!” He replied, “You're doing it. I'll send you to school.” Every morning at 6:45, we'd leave the ____.Despite (尽管) working 12 hours every day, Dad never once ____ driving me to school.

After months of ____, I was facing the final exam. I was so ____.On the day of the final, my dad hugged me and said, “Luke, ____ yourself. You can do it.” His words made me realize I needed to trust in my ____ and in the hours of work I'd ____.When I got my ____ proudly, the first person I called was my father. He cried, “Yes! You deserved it!”

Even now, whenever I ____ that a task is too much for me, I think back to that exam. No matter how ____something is, if you're willing to work, you can succeed. I'm forever ____ to Dad for that lesson.

1.A. understood B.forgave C.guided D.impressed

2.A. history B.lesson C.skill D.language

3.A. always B.almost C.ever D.never

4.A. took B.lost C.left D.finished

5.A. so B.or C.but D.and

6.A. good B.free C.terrible D.short

7.A. still B.nearly C.hardly D.probably

8.A. real B.practical C.immediate D.extra

9.A. wonderful B.crazy C.expensive D.necessary

10.A. house B.school C.office D.farm

11.A. suggested B.risked C.enjoyed D.missed

12.A. meeting B.testing C.learning D.interviewing

13.A. excited B.nervous C.happy D.shocked

14.A. stand for B.hold back C.believe in D.look after

15.A. teacher B.luck C.time D.ability

16.A. wasted B.ignored C.picked up D.put in

17.A. answer B.grade C.pay D.gift

18.A. hope B.forget C.worry D.promise

19.A. different B.important C.hard D.interesting

20.A. grateful B.sorry C.polite D.useful

There are a number of advantages when it comes to living alone. However, it also comes with a few safety concerns. You still never know who will be around the corner. Don’t be another victim; be sure to follow our tips.

1. All doors should be kept locked.

Always keep your doors locked when you are in your apartment or dorm. Make sure the doors are closed behind you when you come into the building and never leave your room unlocked, even when you are in it. There’s always a chance that someone might sneak in while you are unaware. Always try to remember to close doors behind you to ensure your safety.

2. Don’t lose your keys.

Even if you do everything you can to keep the doors locked, criminals might still be able to e into your house with a key. Always know where your keys are to prevent this. Never put them down in a public place or give them to friends. Also, before you bring your car into the repair shop, take off the house keys.

3. When it comes to safety, standing up for yourself is important.

If you aren’t getting all the security features you want, don’t be afraid to ask. If your lighting situation is less than ideal, discuss this with your supervisor or landlord. Talk to the campus security organization if you think a security phone near your dorm is a good idea. Request that the building employ someone to monitor those entering and leaving the building. You should feel safe where you reside (居住于), so stand up for your rights.

4. Be careful.

You still might find yourself in a potentially dangerous situation. Check your peephole (窥视孔) before letting anyone in. Whenever you witness something around your building that makes you uncomfortable or suspicious just dial 911. It is a good idea to always walk with a friend instead of alone. Be familiar with people who live in the building, so you can keep track of anyone that is a stranger.

1.to

follow when living alone

Leave your doors 2.as soon as you come into the building so that someone is not able to sneak in.

Never lose your 3.or give them to others.

4.up for your rights:

Discuss this with your supervisor or landlord if you are not 5.

with your lighting situation.

Request the building to have someone 6.to monitor

those entering and leaving the building.

Ask the campus security organization to fix a security7.near your dorm.

Be careful

Dial 911 when you find something unfortable or 8.

When walking, keep your friends in 9.instead of alone.

Be familiar with people in the neighborhood so that you will

pay attention to 10.

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