Ⅵ．阅读表达（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）

    阅读下面短文，并根据短文后的要求答题。

Scientists have revealed（展示）the 10 commandments（法则）for a long and happy life. And the rules even allow for sunbathing, drinking alcohol and eating chocolate.

       The first rule, as published in the New Scientist magazine, is to enjoy yourself.

       Married

       Second on the list is remaining sociable, with a happy marriage and good family life being essential for health.

       Studies have shown that marriage can add as much as seven years to a man’s life and two years to a woman’s life.

       A Drink

       So called vices like wine, partying and chocolate provide the fourth rule, with countless studies showing that a little of what you fancy does you good rather than harm.

       Work Your Brain

       The fifth rule says that you should exercise your brain to stay active.

       Last month scientists at Cambridge University said puzzles could help prevent a range of conditions, from depression to schizophrenia（精神分裂症）.

       Knitting, doing crosswords or just walking also help.

       See the Doctor

       It’s simple really. If you’re sick, get treatment fast .

       Eat Healthily

       As is well-known, you are what you eat.

       Scientists have recommended that the low-fat, high-fiber Mediterranean diet is a model for healthy eating and a long life.

       High in fruit and vegetables, the diet also uses beans ,breads and cereals.

       Small amounts of meat and moderate amounts of fish are also eaten.

       Take Risks

       Rule eight urges people to put more excitement into their lives.

       Intellectual challenges, traveling, or learning a new language can all        .

       Embrace Technology

       Rule nine advises those seeking a long life to embrace new technologies.

       Be Happy

       Rule ten is that you should smile and feel happier in life.

       Research showed that older men with an optimistic（乐观的）attitude towards life were only half as likely to suffer from cardio-vascular disease（心血管疾病）as those whose world view was more negative.（悲观的）

1. What’s the best title of the passage ?(Please answer within 10 words.)

2. Which sentence in the passage can be replaced by the following one?

   Everybody knows that good health depends on a good diet.

3. Please fill in the blank in Rule 8 with proper words or phrases to complete the sentence. (Please answer within 10 words.)

4. Which of the suggestions do you think is the best for you ?Why ?(Please answer within 30 words .)

Translate the underlined sentence in the last paragraph into Chinese.

With so much work ________ his mind, he almost broke down．

1. A.
   fill
2. B.
   filling
3. C.
   filled
4. D.
   to fill

Fill in blanks with the verbs in their proper forms (用所给动词的适当形式填空)

I can hardly imagine Peter ______ (sail) across the Atlantic Ocean in five days．

Fill in with proper relative pronouns: who, when, which, where, whose, that, why

The international research group was made up of 20 scientist, three of ________ are experts on DNA．

七．阅读理解 (20分)
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February has long been a month of romance. With the sweet smell of roses in the air, romantic films hit cinemas and love stories fill newspapers and magazines.
   On the 14th day, it is a custom for a boy to take his girlfriend out to dinner, buy her flowers and chocolates, write poems, sing to her or even spell out her name with rose petals! This is what you see on Valentine’s Day, a day named after Valentine who was a priest in the third century Rome. When the emperor decided that single men could become better soldiers than those with wives, he didn’t allow marriage.
   But Valentine continued to perform marriage ceremonies for young lovers in secret. When his actions were discovered, the emperor sentenced him to death. While in prison, it is said that Valentine fell in love with the daughter of his prison guard. Before his death, he wrote her a letter, which he signed “From your Valentine”, an expression that is still in use today. Valentine died for what he believed in and so he was made a Saint (圣徒), as well as becoming one of history’s most romantic characters.
   Nowadays, Valentine’s Day is also popular among Chinese young people. Some students are planning to make Valentine’s cards for parents, teachers and friends. Others want to hold parties at which they will exchange small gifts and eat heart-shaped cakes. The idea is to have fun and encourage people to share in the spirit of St. Valentine.
1. Which of the following is not a custom for a boy to do on Valentine’s Day?
   A. to take his girlfriend out to dinner
   B. to buy his girlfriend flowers and chocolates     
   C. to make Valentine’s cards for teachers and friends
   D. to spell out his girlfriend’s name with rose petals
2. Why did the emperor in Rome not allow marriage in his country?
   A. Because there were few women in his country at that time.
   B. Because he thought men without wives could be better soldiers.
   C. Because there wasn’t enough food for so many people.
   D. Because he wanted to control the birth rate.
3. Valentine was put into prison because ______.
   A. he killed one of the soldiers 
   B. he stole a lot of food
   C. he didn’t obey the emperor’s order   
   D. he didn’t want to be a soldier
4. The last paragraph mainly tells us ______.
   A. students in China send cards to their teachers
   B. it is a good idea to celebrate Valentine’s Day in China
   C. it is interesting to celebrate Valentine’s Day in China
   D. Valentine’s Day is also popular in China now
5. The best title for this passage should be ______.
   A. Valentine’s Day                  B. A Brave Priest  
   C. Valentine’s Day in China          D. A Romantic Man