【题目】阅读理解
Let's face it. No one drinks diet sodas for the taste. People drink diet sodas in the hope that it will help them lose weight or at least keep them from gaining it. Yet it seems to have exactly the opposite effect, according to a new study.
Researchers from the University of Texas said those who drank two or more diet sodas a day had waist size increases that were six times greater than those who didn't drink diet sodas. "What we saw was that the more diet sodas a person drank, the more weight they were likely to gain," said Sharon Fowler.
The study was based on data from 474 participants in a large, ongoing research project, where the participants were followed for nearly 10 years.
While the findings are surprising, they also offer some explanations.
Nutrition expert, Melanie Rogers, who works with overweight patients in New York, has found that when patients are switched from regular to diet sodas, they don't lose weight at all. "We weren't seeing weight loss necessarily, and that was confusing to us," said Rogers.
So why would diet soda cause weight gain? No one knows for sure yet, but it could be that people think they can eat more if they drink diet sodas, and so over-compensate for the missing calories.
A related study found some sweeteners (甜味剂) raised blood sugar levels in some mice. "Data from this and other potential studies suggest that the promotion of diet sodas and artificial sweeteners may be risky," said Helen P. Hazuda, professor at the University of Texas's school of medicine. "They may be free of calories, but not of consequences."
(1)People drink diet sodas to ____________.
A.enjoy its taste
B.stay in fashion
C.achieve weight loss
D.gain more energy
(2)The new study suggests that drinking diet sodas ____________.
A.causes people to become heavier
B.helps people to be healthier
C.makes people much thinner
D.offers people more calories
(3)We can learn from the passage that ____________.
A.regular sodas make people lose more weight
B.diet soda drinkers tend to eat more food
C.diet sodas do help reduce calories
D.most blood diseases come from diet sodas
(4)The underlined word "They" in the last paragraph probably refers to "____________".
A.sweeteners
B.diet sodas and artificial sweeteners
C.sodas
D.diet soda drinkers and sweetener takers

【题目】If you want to make a difference by doing a volunteer job, you can take the following steps.

* Before becoming a volunteer, consider your hobbies and interests. You can find a job in your area or around the world where you can help. 1 They can be found in nursing homes or at food banks, and other charities.

*2 Then you can apply for the volunteer sector(领域)you have chosen. Rewrite the resume and focus on education and experience in your chosen field.

*3 If you are not free during the volunteer shifts(轮班), it’s more likely that you will be passed over.

*4 You can also go to their websites to fill out an online application and email a copy of your resume.

*Speak or contact directly with the manager in charge of hiring new volunteers. It’s important to tell them your enthusiasm for the volunteer work. At the same time, make it clear how you are qualified .5

*Fill out any other paperwork that is requested to complete the application process. It’s best to set an appointment to interview in the end.

A. Be friendly and outspoken.

B. Don’t forget to offer a hand to others in need.

C. Volunteer jobs are often available(可获得的)in many places.

D. Visit the volunteer location in person with a copy of your resume.

E. Make a detailed timetable that shows you can do the volunteer work at the time.

F. It’s because you are not sure the hiring manager has read your resume or seen the online application.

G. Review your work and volunteer resume (简历)to determine what strengths and experience you have.

【题目】阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

When someone has 【1】(deep)hurt you,it can be very difficult to let go of your anger.But forgiveness is possible and it can be surprisingly 2】(benefit) to your physical,and mental health.So far,research 3(show) that people who forgive can have more energy,better appetite and better sleep.“People who forgive show 【4】(1ittle) anger and more hopefulness.”says Dr.Frederic Luskin,who wrote the book Forgive for Good.“So it can help reduce the tiredness out of the immune system and allow people 【5】(feel) more energetic.

So when someone has hurt you,cool down first.Take a couple of breaths and think of something, 6 gives you pleasure: a beautiful scene in nature,or someone you 1ove.Don’t wait for an 7】(apologize).“Many times the person who hurt you may never think of apologizing. says Dr. Luskin. “They may have wanted to hurt you or they just don’t see things in 8】 same way.So if you wait for people to say sorry,you could be waiting a very long time.

Next keep in mind that forgiveness does not necessarily mean 【9】(accept) the action of the person who upsets you.Instead,learn to look for the love, beauty and kindness around you. Finally, try to see things from the other person’s perspective.You may realize that he or she was acting out of ignorance. To gain perspective, you may want to write, a letter to 【10】(you) from that person's point of view.

【题目】Monthly Talks at London Canal Museum

Our monthly talks start at 19:30 on the first Thursday of each month except August. Admission is at normal charges and you don’t need to book. They end around 21:00.

November 7th

The Canal Pioneers, by Chris Lewis. James Brindley is recognized as one of the leading early canal engineers. He was also a major player in training others in the art of canal planning and building. Chris Lewis will explain how Brindley made such a positive contribution to the education of that group of early “civil engineers”.

December 5th

Ice for the Metropolis, by Malcolm Tucker. Well before the arrival of freezers, there was a demand for ice for food preservation and catering, Malcolm will explain the history of importing natural ice and the technology of building ice wells, and how London’s ice trade grew.

February 6th

An Update on the Cotsword Canals, by Liz Payne. The Stroudwater Canal is moving towards reopening. The Thames and Severn Canal will take a little longer. We will have a report on the present state of play.

March 6th

Eyots and Aits-Thames Islands, by Miranda Vickers. The Thames had many islands. Miranda has undertaken a review of all of them. She will tell us about those of greatest interest.

Online bookings: www.canalmuseum.org.uk/book

More into: www.canalmuseum.org.uk/whatson

London Canal Museum

12-13 New Wharf Road, London NI 9RT

www.canalmuseum.org.uk www.canalmuseum.mobi

Tel: 020 7713 0836

1When is the talk on James Brindley?

A. November 7th.

B. March 6th.

C. February 6th.

D. December 5th.

2What is the topic of the talk in February?

A. The Canal Pioneers.

B. Ice for the Metropolis.

C. Eyots and Aits-Thames Islands.

D. An Update on the Cotswold Canals.

3Who will give the talk on the islands in the Thames?

A. Chris Lewis.

B. Malcolm Tucker.

C. Miranda Vickers.

D. Liz Payne.

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