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Five Things You Should Know About Adult Asthma (哮喘)

About 44 million people in Asia Pacific suffer from asthmaThe numbers are on the rise especially in China and India where there is rapid industrialization and urbanizationDr Mariko Koh, Director of the Pulmonary Function Laboratory and Asthma Programme at Singapore General Hospital, tells us more about adult asthma:

1Chronic inflammation (炎症) of the airways

When the airways are inflamed, mucus (粘液) forms, blocking airflow, causing breathlessness, wheezing (喘息) and tightness in the chest.

2Common triggers

Exposure to allergens (过敏原) such as mites, cockroaches, pets and pollen can trigger asthmaTobacco smoke, respiratory infections, exercise and some medications like aspirin and beta blockers are also possible triggers.

3Effective treatment

Asthma can be controlled with medicationThe main treatment of asthma is inhaled(吸入)corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and block of the airwaysReliever medications may be used to treat acute symptomsTake note: it is not too late to take medication after an asthma attack.

4Take medication daily

To ensure good control over asthma, medication must be taken daily on a long term basis to prevent attacksAlso, go to your doctor for regular checkups.

5Quality of life

Asthma sufferers can lead normal active lives as long as the symptoms are well controlledTaking medication as directed and avoiding triggers can make a big difference to the quality of life.

1All of the following are possible factors causing asthma except _________.

A. aspirin

B. pollen

C. polluted air

D. tobacco

2What can be inferred from the passage?

A. There is no possible cure for allergic asthma

B. Asthma is caused by acute inflammation of the airways.

C. China and India have the largest number of asthma sufferers in the world

D. Regular checkups and exercise can ensure you a life free from asthma symptoms.

3The author would most likely to agree that __________.

A. asthma sufferers can lead a normal life as ordinary people

B. daily intake of medication in the long run is helpful in controlling asthma

C. rapid industrialization and urbanization are the leading causes of asthma

D. once asthma attacks, it is too late to take medication

4What is the purpose of this passage?

A. To explain the cause of asthma

B. To stress the importance of keeping away from asthma

C. To confirm a successful research about asthma

D. To inform readers several aspects about asthma

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Is there clear boundary between science and the liberal arts as a major for college students? The question of whether our government should promote science and technology or the liberal arts in higher education is not an either / or proposition (命题), although the current emphasis on preparing young Americans for STEM (science, technology, engineering, maths) -related fields can make it seem that way

The latest congressional report acknowledges the critical importance of technical training, but also stresses that the study of the humanities (人文学科) and social sciences must remain central elements of America’s educational system at all levelsBoth are critical to producing citizens who can participate effectively in our democratic society, become innovative (创新的) leaders, and benefit from the spiritual enrichment that the reflection on the great ideas of mankind over time provides

Parents and students who have invested heavily in higher education worry about graduates’ job prospects (前景) as technological advances and changes in domestic and global markets transform professions in ways that reduce wages and cut jobsUnder this circumstances, it’s natural to look for what may appear to be the most “practical” way out of the problem“Major in a subject designed to get you a job” seems the obvious answer to some, though this ignores the fact that many disciplines in the humanities characterized as “soft” often, in fact, lead to employment and success in the long runIndeed, according to surveys, employers have expressed a preference for students who have received a broadly-based education that has taught them to write well, think critically, research creatively, and communicate easily

Moreover, students should be prepared not just for their first job, but for their 4th and 5th jobs, as there is little reason to doubt that people entering the workforce today will be called upon to play many different roles over the course of their careersThe ones who will do the best in this new environment will be those whose educations have prepared them to be flexibleThe ability to draw upon every available tool and insight - picked up from science, arts, and technology - to solve the problems of the future, and take advantage of the opportunities that present themselves, will be helpful to them and the United States.

1What does the latest congressional report suggest?

A. Higher education should be adjusted to the practical needs of society

B. The liberal arts in higher education help enrich students’ spiritual life

C. STEM-related subjects help students find jobs in the information society

D. The humanities and STEM subjects should be given equal importance

2What does the author say about the so called soft subjects?

A. They are essential to students’ healthy growth.

B. They improve students’ communication skills.

C. They broaden students’ range of interests.

D. They benefit students in their future life

3What is the main concern of students when they choose a major?

A. The academic value of the courses.

B. Their interest in relevant subjects.

C. Their chances of getting a good job.

D. The quality of education to receive.

4What advice does the author give to college students?

A. Try to take a variety of practical courses.

B. Prepare themselves for different job options.

C. Adopt a flexible approach to solving problems.

D. Seize opportunities to tap their potential

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