Do you love holidays but hate the increase weight that follows? You are not alone.

Holidays are happy days with pleasure and delicious foods . Many people , however , are worried about the weight that comes along with the delicious foods . With proper planning , though , it is possible to control your weight . The idea is to enjoy the holidays but not to eat too much . You don’t have to turn away from the foods that you enjoy . The following suggestions may be of some help to you .

Do not miss meals . Before you leave home for a feast ,have a small , low-fat snack . This may help to keep you from getting too excited before delicious foods .

Begin with clear soup and fruit or vegetables . A large glass of water before you eat may help you feel full .

Use a small plate ; a large plate will encourage you to have more than enough .

Better not have high-fat foods . Dishes that look oily or creamy have much fat in them .

Choose lean meat . Fill your plate with salad and green vegetables.

If you have a sweet tooth , try mints (薄荷) and fruits .They don’t have fat content as cream and chocolate.

Don’t let exercise take a break during the holidays. A 20-minute walk after a meal can help burn off excess calories .

In order to really enjoy your holidays without putting on weight , you’d better  _.

A. drink much water and have vegetables only

B. not eat much food in high-fat

C. not accept invitations to feasts

D. turn away from delicious foods

According to the passage , ____ is necessary part to stop you from putting on weight .

   A. vegetables  B. water    C. calories of energy         D. physical exercise

Many people can’t help putting weight after the holidays because they _______

   A. can’t control themselves        B. go to too many feasts                     

C. enjoy delicious foods           D. can’t help turning away from the foods

Excess calories can be found in your body in the form of _________

   A. energy        B. something invisible     C. food      D. fat

Do you know that a Mom deserves a special gift this year for Mother’s Day? Sure, flowers can always brighten Mother’s day and a dinner out is always appreciated. However, doesn’t she deserve something more personal or something that lasts longer than an evening?

I’m talking about the gift of fitness. Improved fitness is a gift that is invaluable to everyone. When you give a woman the gift of fitness, you are helping her open a door to better health. I can’t think of a more thoughtful gift that shows the recipient(接受者) how much you care about their well-being. By giving the gift of fitness you are providing them with unlimited health benefits. And, its a gift that you can truly feel proud to give.

Of course, we all know that exercising can help people stay slim and fit. But, do you also know about all the other great benefits of exercising? Daily physical activity reduces stress and can help you sleep better. Fitness has been linked to reducing the risk of some diseases and to warding off depression. Researchers also believe that strength training can help prevent osteoporosis(骨质疏松). Not to mention that exercising also improves self-esteem, increases energy and helps you be able to do continuous work for longer.

All Moms would find these fitness benefits extremely invaluable. If they are like most of us, they have probably even mentioned how they would like to drop a few pounds or just get in better shape. In fact, experts say that about 62% of Americans are currently on a diet. By giving the gift of fitness you are helping provide your mom with extra motivation. She may be more motivated to actually get fit because she doesn’t want to feel guilty about ignoring such a thoughtful gift .

The first paragraph is most likely to tell us that___________.

A. we should invite our mom to a dinner for Mother’s Day

B. it is good to send flowers to moms for Mother’s Day

C. we should give a special gift to our Mom for Mother’s Day

D. moms aren’t worth special gifts for Mother’s Day

You would like to send the gift of fitness to your mother because__________.

A. it is very expensive

B. it doesn’t cost you too much

C. it makes your mother healthy

D. you will be proud of it

You want to keep healthy you should__________.

   A . reduce stress and have a good sleep

   B. try your best to get rid of depression

   C. increase your energy and work longer

   D. take an active part in physical activity

According to this passage the gift of fitness will____________.

A. help moms to lose some more weight

B. encourage moms to do more exercise

C. keep moms having a healthy diet

D. make moms look even more beautiful

Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

A. This Mother’s Day, Give the gift of Fitness

B. Better Pay Attention to Your Mom’s Health

C. Mom Like to Accept the Gift of Fitness

D. Help Your Mom Keep a Good Shape

Do you want to improve the way you study? Do you feel nervous before a test? Many students say that a lack of concentration is their biggest problem. It has bad effects on their ability to study, so do their test results.

If so, use these tips to help you.

Study Techniques

 You should always study in the same place.?? You shouldn’t sit in a position that you use for another purpose. For example, when you sit on a sofa to study, your brain will think it is time to relax. Don’t watch TV while you are studying. Experts warn that your concentration may be reduced by 50 percent if you attempt to study in this way. Always try to have a white wall in front of you, so there is nothing to distract (make less concentrated) you. Before sitting down to study, gather together all the equipment you need. Apart from your textbooks, pens, pencils and knives, make sure you have a dictionary. If your study desk or table is needed when you are not studying, store all your equipment in a box beside it.

 Your eyes will?? become tired if you try to read a text which is on a flat surface. Position your book at an angle of 30 degrees.

 Be realistic and don’t try to complete too?? much in one study period. Finish one thing before beginning another. If you need a break, get up and walk around for a few minutes, but try not to telephone a friend or have something to eat.

Test-taking Skills

 All your hard work?? will be for nothing if you are too nervous to take your test. Getting plenty of rest is very important. This means do not study all night before your test! It is a better idea to have a long-term study plan. Try to make a timetable for your study which lasts a few months.

 Exercise is a great way to reduce?? pressure. Doing some form of exercise every day will also improve your concentration. Eat healthy food too.

 When you arrive in the examination?? room, find your seat and sit down. Breathe slowly and deeply. Check the time on the clock during the test, but not too often. Above all, take no notice of everyone else and give the test paper your undivided attention.

Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

A. You should study in a different place every day so that you don’t get bored.

B. Your concentration will improve if you study and watch TV at the same time.

C. Check the time during the exam at a certain time.

D. Staying up all night is tiring, but you will learn a lot using this method.

What does the underlined word “it” refer to?

A. Your study desk or table.           B. Your textbook.

C. Your dictionary.             D. The equipment you need.

What can be inferred from the passage?

A. You shouldn’t look at everyone else during the test.

B. You’ll have enough energy to deal with and concentrate on your study and exams better by eating healthy diet.

C. You’ll concentrate more if there is nothing to distract you.

D. If you need a break during study, you can walk around for a few minutes.

Do you think regular exercise ___ good health?

 A. benefit from  B. reach for   C. make for    D. go for

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A.A peice of exercise equipment.

B.A club membership card.

C.A commercial health club.

D.An electric wheelchair.

How many people bought ROM after trying it out?

A.92%                              B.88%

C.97%                              D.90%

One selling point of ROM is that_____.

A.it makes full body exercise possible in 4 minutes

B.it can kill back and shoulder pains in 10 minutes

C.it needs no repair in the first 20 years

D.it is sold on a 3-month trial basis

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B.using figures

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