The golden autumn leaves are fitness reminder for us all. This is the time of year trees takes it off, and people put it on – weight that is.

“It is a rainy Saturday in November. Shall I go for my regular run or get a cup of hot chocolate and watch a DVD on the couch?” When you are faced with these kinds of choices, staying fit takes a will of iron. But there are plenty of ways to stay healthy and fit while enjoying the good things about winter. Here are some tips:

Watch your diet. First things first – keep an eye on what you eat. Experts recommend vegetable soup as a quick, healthy warm – up meal. Just watch serving sizes – we tend to eat whatever’s in our bowls. Stews can be both filling and fattening. Use loads of fresh vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage and leeks, and not so much meat and potatoes. Avoid eating while watching TV. Never bring the whole bag or bowl of anything to the sofa. Measure it into small portions beforehand.

Keep exercising. Winter’s arrival doesn’t mean we should stop exercising. Exercise makes you feel good, and helps you keep colds and flu away. The weather change only means we need to adjust our routines. Remember that it gets darker earlier. Make adjustments by joining a gym, planning evening walks in the neighborhood or becoming an early riser. Plan some family/ friends fun time. One great way to stay healthy in winter is joining in team sports such as volleyball, basketball or soccer. The exercise and team spirit are hard to beat, but watch out for the hotpot part afterward. Take a class. Something like yoga or belly dancing is all you need to get out of the house once or twice a week. Plan to go with friends, that way you’ll motivate each other. Start a routine. The amount of exercise you need to stay fit isn’t actually all that much. Just 20 minutes a day is all you need. Exercise should be vigorous enough to raise your heart rate. So take the stairs instead of the lift. Go swimming. Grab sunny days for an outing.

By keeping your fitness levels up over the winter, you’ll find you feel better and get less colds. And you’ll be ready welcome next summer with delight – instead of a diet.

1．Which of the following statements is NOT true in the writer’s opinion?

       A．People had better do something to keep fit when they see the golden autumn leaves.

       B．People usually gain weight when the leaves are falling.

       C．It’s easy to choose between regular running and watching a DVD on a rainy November day.

       D．There are many good things to do even in winter.

2．If you don’t want to gain weight, you’d better         .

       A．eat whatever in our bowls                     B．take vegetable soup before a meal

       C．eat while watching TV                         D．try stews

3．In order to keep exercising in winter, you’d better do the following except          .

       A．make adjustments of your routines        B．get up earlier

       C．take part in team sports                        D．enjoy the hotpot party

4．Which can be the best explanation of the underlined word “vigorous”?

       A．Energetic         B．Cruel        C．Mild         D．Gentle.

There is one type of illness in the world that affects more people than anything else and is very deadly. If untreated this illness could affect everything you do. What is this illness? Depression. Serious depression requires professional treatment. Self-induced depression is something each of us can change.

Everyone's circumstances are different, but the causes of self-induced depression are common: low self-esteem, hurtful thinking and a bad attitude.

So how can we change the way we think, feel, and cultivate a cheerful attitude?

First we must look at ourselves, truly and honestly examining our motives for what we wish to achieve. If you are dissatisfied because you feel you haven't or can't do anything, then one step is needed - to set goals.

Always start your goals relatively small and easy to attain. Think of them as sand; one grain may be insignificant but as a group they form the beach. Once you have set and attained small goals for yourself, move on to slightly larger, more challenging goals.

It takes more than just setting goals to be happy. It takes positive thinking. How can we attain this?

There are a number of factors that can make us think negatively and one of those is diet.

In my opinion, a person who eats a lot of take out and fast food is feeding their body junk. Start by eating better foods which give the body much NEEDED minerals. If your physical body is happy, it's much easier for your mental body or "thinking ability" to be happy.

Next, exercise. A half-hour a day is recommended for positive well being. Then think about good memories you had, or generally think of things that make you smile. Remember, everything you wear costs money but to wear a smile is free. A smile can be the difference between an average day and a great day.

If you follow these steps, positive change is inevitable.

1．Which of the statements about depression is TRUE?

Depression is a kind of illness that can’t be cured like some cancer.

Depression can all be cured successfully by patients themselves.

Those who suffer from depression feel dissatisfied with themselves.

Those who suffer from depression live in similar circumstances.

2．According to the passage we can learn that ____________.

a practical goal can help people to achieve a sense of success

we shouldn’t be satisfied with small goals that are insignificant

we should avoid challenging goals that may lead to failure

people can enjoy happiness only if they set reasonable goals

3．In order to achieve positive thinking a person should do these things EXCEPT________.

A. set challenging goals              B. eat healthier foods

C. exercise half an hour a day         D. always wear a smile

4．What’s the passage mainly about?

   A. To prove the argument that depression can be changed.

   B. To analyze the danger depression can bring to people.

   C. To introduce to readers how to keep positive thinking.

   D. To recommend some ways to deal with depression.

There is one type of illness in the world that affects more people than anything else and is very deadly. If untreated this illness could affect everything you do. What is this illness? Depression. Serious depression requires professional treatment. Self-induced depression is something each of us can change.
Everyone's circumstances are different, but the causes of self-induced depression are common: low self-esteem, hurtful thinking and a bad attitude.
So how can we change the way we think, feel, and cultivate a cheerful attitude?
First we must look at ourselves, truly and honestly examining our motives for what we wish to achieve. If you are dissatisfied because you feel you haven't or can't do anything, then one step is needed - to set goals.
Always start your goals relatively small and easy to attain. Think of them as sand; one grain may be insignificant but as a group they form the beach. Once you have set and attained small goals for yourself, move on to slightly larger, more challenging goals.
It takes more than just setting goals to be happy. It takes positive thinking. How can we attain this?
There are a number of factors that can make us think negatively and one of those is diet.
In my opinion, a person who eats a lot of take out and fast food is feeding their body junk. Start by eating better foods which give the body much NEEDED minerals. If your physical body is happy, it's much easier for your mental body or "thinking ability" to be happy.
Next, exercise. A half-hour a day is recommended for positive well being. Then think about good memories you had, or generally think of things that make you smile. Remember, everything you wear costs money but to wear a smile is free. A smile can be the difference between an average day and a great day.
If you follow these steps, positive change is inevitable.
【小题1】Which of the statements about depression is TRUE?

There is one type of illness in the world that affects more people than anything else and is very deadly. If untreated this illness could affect everything you do. What is this illness? Depression. Serious depression requires professional treatment. Self-induced depression is something each of us can change.
Everyone's circumstances are different, but the causes of self-induced depression are common: low self-esteem, hurtful thinking and a bad attitude.
So how can we change the way we think, feel, and cultivate a cheerful attitude?
First we must look at ourselves, truly and honestly examining our motives for what we wish to achieve. If you are dissatisfied because you feel you haven't or can't do anything, then one step is needed - to set goals.
Always start your goals relatively small and easy to attain. Think of them as sand; one grain may be insignificant but as a group they form the beach. Once you have set and attained small goals for yourself, move on to slightly larger, more challenging goals.
It takes more than just setting goals to be happy. It takes positive thinking. How can we attain this?
There are a number of factors that can make us think negatively and one of those is diet.
In my opinion, a person who eats a lot of take out and fast food is feeding their body junk. Start by eating better foods which give the body much NEEDED minerals. If your physical body is happy, it's much easier for your mental body or "thinking ability" to be happy.
Next, exercise. A half-hour a day is recommended for positive well being. Then think about good memories you had, or generally think of things that make you smile. Remember, everything you wear costs money but to wear a smile is free. A smile can be the difference between an average day and a great day.
If you follow these steps, positive change is inevitable.

1. 1.

   Which of the statements about depression is TRUE?

   1. A.
      Depression is a kind of illness that can’t be cured like some cancer.
   2. B.
      Depression can all be cured successfully by patients themselves.
   3. C.
      Those who suffer from depression feel dissatisfied with themselves.
   4. D.
      Those who suffer from depression live in similar circumstances.
2. 2.

   According to the passage we can learn that ____________.

   1. A.
      a practical goal can help people to achieve a sense of success
   2. B.
      we shouldn’t be satisfied with small goals that are insignificant
   3. C.
      we should avoid challenging goals that may lead to failure
   4. D.
      people can enjoy happiness only if they set reasonable goals
3. 3.

   In order to achieve positive thinking a person should do these things EXCEPT____________.

   1. A.
      set challenging goals
   2. B.
      eat healthier foods
   3. C.
      exercise half an hour a day
   4. D.
      always wear a smile
4. 4.

   What’s the passage mainly about?

   1. A.
      To prove the argument that depression can be changed.
   2. B.
      To analyze the danger depression can bring to people.
   3. C.
      To introduce to readers how to keep positive thinking.
   4. D.
      To recommend some ways to deal with depression.