摘要: Which is the best title of the passage? A. British women’s waistlines have grown B. It is easy for the English to get fat C. It is easy for the English to suffer from cancer D. The English have a less healthy lifestyle C Most people feel lonely sometimes, but it usually only lasts between a few minutes and a few hours. This kind of loneliness is not serious. In fact, it is quite normal. For some people, though, loneliness can last for years. Now researchers say there are three different types of loneliness. The first kind of loneliness is temporary. This is the most common type. It usually disappears quickly and does not require any special attention. The second kind is situation, for example, family problem, the death of loved one, or moving to a new place. Although this kind of loneliness can cause physical problems, such as headaches and sleeplessness, it usually does not last for more than a year. The third kind of loneliness is the most serious. Unlike the second type, chronic (the opposite of “temporary ) usually lasts more than two years and has no specific cause. People who experience habitual loneliness have problems socializing and becoming close to others. Unfortunately, many chronically lonely people think there is little or nothing they can do to improve their condition. Psychologistsagree that one important factor in loneliness is a person’s social contacts, for example, friends, family members, co-workers, etc. We depend on various people for different reasons. For instance, our families give us emotional support, our parents and teachers give us guidance, and our friends share similar interests and activities. However, psychologists have found that, though lonely people may have many social contacts, they sometimes feel they should have more. They question their popularity. Psychologists are trying to find ways to help habitually lonely people for two reasons: they are unhappy and unable to socialize and there is a connection between chronic loneliness and serious illness such as heart disease, while temporary and situational loneliness can be a sad, and sometimes dangerous condition.

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The average British women’s waistline(腰围) has grown by 2 inches in 10 years, all thanks to the sedentary(久坐的) lifestyle.

A study conducted by Cancer Research UK scientists found that the average waistline of British women has increased from 31.8 inches to 33.5 inches.

Men are also nowhere behind the fairer sex, for the research found that the average man’s waistline has grown by 1.4 inches to 38 inches.

 “We know high body weight increases the risk of a number of cancers and it is important we get this message out to as many people as possible,” the Daily Mail quoted Dr Lesley Walker, of Cancer Research UK, as saying.

 “A healthy diet with plenty of fiber, fruit and vegetables, as well as regular exercise can help people lose weight and reduce their risk of cancer,” he added.

The trend was found to be obvious in the under 45s, where the proportion of men with a body mass index(指数) over 35, and of women with a BMI of over 40, has grown twice during the decade.

Lead researcher Professor Jane Wardle said it is possible that young people follow a less healthy lifestyle than their elders.

 “Snacking habits, takeaway meals high in fat and sedentary lifestyles where many people spend both work and leisure time sitting in front of a computer are all likely to contribute to the results.”

She added that genetics(遗传) also play an important role in the growing rate of getting fat.

 

45. How many reasons did the writer mention for British women’s increased waistlines?

A. 1            B. 2           C. 3           D. 4

46. Man’s average waistline used to be ______.

A. 31.8 inches     B. 33.5 inches      C. 36.6 inches      D. 38 inches

47. Which is the best title of the passage?

A. British women’s waistlines have grown

B. It is easy for the English to get fat

C. It is easy for the English to suffer from cancer

D. The English have a less healthy lifestyle

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