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Looking for a new weight loss plan? Try living on top of a mountain. Mountain air contains less oxygen than air at lower altitudes, so breathing it causes the heart to beat faster and the body to burn more energy. A handful of studies have found that athletes training at high altitudes tend to lose weight. Doctor Florian Lippl of the University Hospital Of Ludwig-Maximilians-university Munich wondered how the mountain air would affect overweight individuals if they weren’t doing any more physical activity than usual.

Lippl and his colleagues invited 20 overweight men to an environmental research station about 300 meters below the summit of Zugspitze, a mountain around 2,970 meters near the Austrian border. They were allowed to eat as much as they liked. The men also gave blood so that researchers could test for hormones linked to appetite and fatness. At the end of the week, the men, whose mean weight starting out was 105kg, had lost on average about l.5kg. The men’s blood pressure also dropped, which the researchers believed was due to weight lost.

Exactly what caused the weight loss is uncertain. Loss of appetite is common at higher altitudes, and indeed the men ate significantly less than usual—about 700 calories fewer per day. Lippl also notes that because their consumption was being recorded, they may have been more self-conscious about what they ate. Regardless, eating less accounts for just l kg of the l.5 kg lost, says Lippl. He thinks the increased metabolic (新陈代谢的) rate, which was measured, also contributed to weight loss but cannot separate the different effects with the given data.

Appetite loss at high altitudes could certainly be key, notes Damian Bailey, a physiologist at the University of Glamorgan, UK, who recently lost 11 kg during a 3-month expedition to the Andes in Chile.   

Unfortunately, for the average person there is no treatment that can resemble living at high altitude, says Lippl. The only alternative is hypobaric chamber, which exposes subjects to low oxygen and isn’t practical as a treatment. He says, half- jokingly, “If fat people plan their holidays, they might not go to the sea, but maybe to the mountain.”

1.What contributes the most to one’s heart rates according to the first paragraph?

A.our bodyweight                        B.the consumption of energy

C.the rates of our breathing                 D.the amount of oxygen provided

2.Hormones are tested in the research because they can affect ______.

A.one’s bodyweight                      B.one’s blood pressure

C.one’s way of living                     D.one’s metabolic rate

3.What was found about the 20 overweight men in the process of the research?

A.They controlled what to eat self-consciously.

B.They took in much fewer calories than usual.

C.They lost appetite because of lack of physical activity.

D.They were provided with a healthier diet than before.

4.Why does Damian Bailey agree with the idea of appetite loss at high altitudes?

A.He experimented with the new weight loss plan in the Andes.

B.He found no other reasons for his loss of weight in the Andes.

C.He researched the related subject in the Andes.

D.He lost much weight in the high altitude Andes.

5.In what manner does Lippl talk about the way of losing weight by spending holidays on mountains?

A.casual            B.inaccurate         C.uncertain         D.confident

 

【答案】

1.D

2.A

3.B

4.D

5.A

【解析】

试题分析:这篇文章主要讲了研究表明爬山可以减肥。

1.根据Mountain air contains less oxygen than air at lower altitudes, so breathing it causes the heart to beat faster and the body to burn more energy.故选D。

2.根据The men also gave blood so that researchers could test for hormones linked to appetite and fatness.故选A。

3.根据Loss of appetite is common at higher altitudes, and indeed the men ate significantly less than usual—about 700 calories fewer per day.故选B。

4.根据Appetite loss at high altitudes could certainly be key, notes Damian Bailey, a physiologist at the University of Glamorgan, UK, who recently lost 11 kg during a 3-month expedition to the Andes in Chile,故选D。

5.根据全文内容以及He says, half- jokingly, “If fat people plan their holidays, they might not go to the sea, but maybe to the mountain.”可知作者是以一种很随便的方式来谈论山顶减肥的,故选A。

考点:教育类短文阅读理解

点评:这篇文章非常简单,先看问题,再带着问题仔细阅读短文,理解了全文内容,很容易选出正确答案。阅读注意事项:1、关注连词,分析文章逻辑结构。2、聚焦代词,明辨指代关系。3、抓住关键词语,利用平行结构、上下文(包括定义、释义、举例、对比、标点)进行判断与推理。4、了解一些构词法,从词根的特殊含义入手。

 

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☆General English in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

☆3-month (700 yuan), 6-month (1,200 yuan) and one year (2000 yuan) courses.

☆Choice fo morning or evening classes, 3 hours per day, Mon. ~Fri.

☆Experienced college English teachers.

☆Close to city centre and bus stops.

Tel:67605270

Add:105 Zhongshan Road,100082

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☆ Small classes (12~16 students) on Sat.&Sum.from2:00 to 5:00 p.m.

☆ Native English teachers from Canada and USA.

☆ Language lab and computers supplied.

☆ 3-month course: (1050 yuan), 6-month course: (1850 yuan)

Write or phone: Modern Language School, 675 Park Road, 100056

Tel: 67353019

The 21 sty Century English Training Centre

☆ We specialize in effective teaching at all levels.

☆ We offer morning or afternoon classes, both of which last three months and a half at a cost of 800 yuan. Entrance exams:1 June and 1 Dec.

☆ We also have a six-week TOEFL preparation class during winter and summer holidays.

☆ Only 15-minute walk from city centre.

Call 67801642 for more information.

The International House of English

☆ 3/6-month English courses for students of all levels at very low cost: 60 yuan for 12 hours per week; convenient class hours:9~12 a.m. and2~5 p.m.

☆ A 4-month evening classes for developing speaking skills (same cost as day classes).

☆ Well-trained Chinese and foreign teachers experienced in teaching English as a 2nd foreign language.

☆ Free sightseeing and social activities。

☆ Very close to the Central Park.

 For further information call 67432308.

You work from 9:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day. Which school will you choose?

  A. Global English Centre and Modern Language School.

  B. Global English Centre and the International House of English.

  C. Modern Language School and the 21st Century English Training.

  D. The 21st Century English Training Center and the International House of English.

The 21st Century English Training Center is different from the other three schools in that.

  A. its teaching quality is better          B. it is nearest to the city centre

  C. its courses are more advanced        D. it requires an entrance examination

You’ll probably prefer to go to the International House of English because it.

  A. offers free sightseeing and social activities

  B. has a special course in spoken English

  C. costs less than the other schools

  D. has native English teachers

If you take the evening classes at the International House  of English, you’ll pay about      yuan.

  A.60          B.240       C.720         D.960

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Global English Centre
☆General English in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
☆3-month (700 yuan), 6-month (1,200 yuan) and one year (2000 yuan) courses.
☆Choice fo morning or evening classes, 3 hours per day, Mon. ~Fri.
☆Experienced college English teachers.
☆Close to city centre and bus stops.
Tel:67605270
Add:105 Zhongshan Road,100082
Modern Language School
☆ Special courses in English for business, travel, banking, hotel management and office skills.
☆ Small classes (12~16 students) on Sat.&Sum.from2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
☆ Native English teachers from Canada and USA.
☆ Language lab and computers supplied.
☆ 3-month course: (1050 yuan), 6-month course: (1850 yuan)
Write or phone: Modern Language School, 675 Park Road, 100056
Tel: 67353019
The 21 sty Century English Training Centre
☆ We specialize in effective teaching at all levels.
☆ We offer morning or afternoon classes, both of which last three months and a half at a cost of 800 yuan. Entrance exams:1 June and 1 Dec.
☆ We also have a six-week TOEFL preparation class during winter and summer holidays.
☆ Only 15-minute walk from city centre.
Call 67801642 for more information.
The International House of English
☆ 3/6-month English courses for students of all levels at very low cost: 60 yuan for 12 hours per week; convenient class hours:9~12 a.m. and2~5 p.m.
☆ A 4-month evening classes for developing speaking skills (same cost as day classes).
☆ Well-trained Chinese and foreign teachers experienced in teaching English as a 2nd foreign language.
☆ Free sightseeing and social activities。
☆ Very close to the Central Park.
For further information call 67432308.
【小题1】You work from 9:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day. Which school will you choose?

A.Global English Centre and Modern Language School.
B.Global English Centre and the International House of English.
C.Modern Language School and the 21st Century English Training.
D.The 21st Century English Training Center and the International House of English.
【小题2】 The 21st Century English Training Center is different from the other three schools in that.
A.its teaching quality is betterB.it is nearest to the city centre
C.its courses are more advancedD.it requires an entrance examination
【小题3】You’ll probably prefer to go to the International House of English because it.
A.offers free sightseeing and social activities
B.has a special course in spoken English
C.costs less than the other schools
D.has native English teachers
【小题4】 If you take the evening classes at the International House  of English, you’ll pay about     yuan.
A.60B.240 C.720D.960

“I Went Skydiving at 84!”
As a young girl growing up in the 1930s, I always wanted to fly a plane, but back then it was almost unheard of a woman to do that. I got a taste of that dream in 2011,when my husband arranged for me me ride in a hot air balloon for my birthday. But the experience turned out to be very dull. Around that time ,I told my husband that I wanted to skydive. So when our retirement community(社区)announced that they were having an essay competition and the topic was an experience of a lifetime that you wanted to have, I decided to write about my dream.
In the essay, I wrote about my desire to skydive, stating George Brush Sr. did it at age 80. Why not me? I was just 84 and in pretty good health. A year went by and I heard nothing. But then at a community party in late April 2009, they announced that I was one of the winners. I just couldn’t believe it.
One june 11, 2009, nearly 40 of my family and friends gathered in the area close to where I would land while I headed up in the airplane. My instructor, Jay, guided me through the experience. The plane was the noisiest one I had ever been in, but I wasn’t frightened—I was really just looking forward to the experience. When we reachen 13,000 feet, Jay instructed me to throw myself out of the plane. When we first hit the air, the wind was so strong that I could hardly breathe. For a second I thought, “What have I gotten myself into?” But then everything got calmer. We were in a free fall for about a minute before Jay opened the parachute(降落伞), then we just floated downward fo zhout five minutes. Being up in the clouds and looking at the view below was unlike anything I have ever felt—much better than the hot air ballon. I was just enjoying it.
Skydiving was really one of the greatest experiences of my life. I hope other people will look at me and realize that you don’t stop living just because you are 84 years old. If there’s something you want to experience, look into it. If it’s something that is possible, make it happen.
【小题1】
What happened to the auther in 2001?

A.She flew an airplane
B.She entered a competition
C.She went on a hot air balloon ride
D.She moved into a retirement community
【小题2】
The author mentioned George Bush Sr. in her essay to       .
A.build up her own reputation
B.show her admiration for him
C.compare their health conditon
D.make her argument persuasive
【小题3】
How did the authou feel immediately after she jumped out of the plane?
A.ExcitedB.ScaredC.NervousD.Regretful
【小题4】
What did the author enjoy most when she was skydiving?
A.The beautiful cloudsB.The wonderful view
C.The company of JayD.The one-minute free fall

“I Went Skydiving at 84!”

As a young girl growing up in the 1930s, I always wanted to fly a plane, but back then it was almost unheard of a woman to do that. I got a taste of that dream in 2011,when my husband arranged for me me ride in a hot air balloon for my birthday. But the experience turned out to be very dull. Around that time ,I told my husband that I wanted to skydive. So when our retirement community(社区)announced that they were having an essay competition and the topic was an experience of a lifetime that you wanted to have, I decided to write about my dream.

In the essay, I wrote about my desire to skydive, stating George Brush Sr. did it at age 80. Why not me? I was just 84 and in pretty good health. A year went by and I heard nothing. But then at a community party in late April 2009, they announced that I was one of the winners. I just couldn’t believe it.

One june 11, 2009, nearly 40 of my family and friends gathered in the area close to where I would land while I headed up in the airplane. My instructor, Jay, guided me through the experience. The plane was the noisiest one I had ever been in, but I wasn’t frightened—I was really just looking forward to the experience. When we reachen 13,000 feet, Jay instructed me to throw myself out of the plane. When we first hit the air, the wind was so strong that I could hardly breathe. For a second I thought, “What have I gotten myself into?” But then everything got calmer. We were in a free fall for about a minute before Jay opened the parachute(降落伞), then we just floated downward fo zhout five minutes. Being up in the clouds and looking at the view below was unlike anything I have ever felt—much better than the hot air ballon. I was just enjoying it.

Skydiving was really one of the greatest experiences of my life. I hope other people will look at me and realize that you don’t stop living just because you are 84 years old. If there’s something you want to experience, look into it. If it’s something that is possible, make it happen.

1.

What happened to the auther in 2001?

A. She flew an airplane

B. She entered a competition

C. She went on a hot air balloon ride

D. She moved into a retirement community

2.

 The author mentioned George Bush Sr. in her essay to       .

A. build up her own reputation

B. show her admiration for him

C. compare their health conditon

D. make her argument persuasive

3.

How did the authou feel immediately after she jumped out of the plane?

A. Excited    B. Scared    C. Nervous    D. Regretful

4.

 What did the author enjoy most when she was skydiving?

A.The beautiful clouds     B. The wonderful view

C. The company of Jay     D. The one-minute free fall

 

Suppose you work in a big firm and find English important for your job because you often deal with foreign businessmen. Now you are looking for a place where you can improve your English, especially your spoken English. Here are some advertisements about English language training from newspapers. You may find the information you need.

Global English Centre

☆General English in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

☆3-month (700 yuan), 6-month (1,200 yuan) and one year (2000 yuan) courses.

☆Choice fo morning or evening classes, 3 hours per day, Mon. ~Fri.

☆Experienced college English teachers.

☆Close to city centre and bus stops.

Tel:67605270

Add:105 Zhongshan Road,100082

  Modern Language School

☆ Special courses in English for business, travel, banking, hotel management and office skills.

☆ Small classes (12~16 students) on Sat.&Sum.from2:00 to 5:00 p.m.

☆ Native English teachers from Canada and USA.

☆ Language lab and computers supplied.

☆ 3-month course: (1050 yuan), 6-month course: (1850 yuan)

Write or phone: Modern Language School, 675 Park Road, 100056

Tel: 67353019

The 21 sty Century English Training Centre

☆ We specialize in effective teaching at all levels.

☆ We offer morning or afternoon classes, both of which last three months and a half at a cost of 800 yuan. Entrance exams:1 June and 1 Dec.

☆ We also have a six-week TOEFL preparation class during winter and summer holidays.

☆ Only 15-minute walk from city centre.

Call 67801642 for more information.

The International House of English

☆ 3/6-month English courses for students of all levels at very low cost: 60 yuan for 12 hours per week; convenient class hours:9~12 a.m. and2~5 p.m.

☆ A 4-month evening classes for developing speaking skills (same cost as day classes).

☆ Well-trained Chinese and foreign teachers experienced in teaching English as a 2nd foreign language.

☆ Free sightseeing and social activities。

☆ Very close to the Central Park.

For further information call 67432308.

1.You work from 9:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day. Which school will you choose?

A.Global English Centre and Modern Language School.

B.Global English Centre and the International House of English.

C.Modern Language School and the 21st Century English Training.

D.The 21st Century English Training Center and the International House of English.

2.The 21st Century English Training Center is different from the other three schools in that.

A.its teaching quality is better

B.it is nearest to the city centre

C.its courses are more advanced

D.it requires an entrance examination

3.You’ll probably prefer to go to the International House of English because it.

A.offers free sightseeing and social activities

B.has a special course in spoken English

C.costs less than the other schools

D.has native English teachers

4.If you take the evening classes at the International House  of English, you’ll pay about      yuan.

A.60

B.240 

C.720

D.960

 

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