Television has a huge influence on our lives. It is one of the most important ways of getting information. People spend part of their spare time watching television, and much of what they learn comes from it.
What we see on TV—movies, news shows, sports shows, advertisements and so on have increased our knowledge and have changed the way we learn about the world today. However, not everything on TV is true.
Most of the viewers are children. Television sometimes is like a baby-sitter. It spends more time with children than parents do. But it keeps them in the living room away from healthy outdoor activities. They spend less time playing soccer or walking in the park or playing games in the yard.
Of course, there are some programs on TV that are good for children. But there are also some shows which are bad. Children should not watch unhealthy shows. Maybe we can’t change what is on TV, but we can choose what we watch. Do you agree?
【小题1】Why is television sometimes like a baby-sitter?

Happiness is important for everyone. Most people want to be happy but few know how to find happiness. Money and success don’t bring lasting happiness. Happiness depends on ourselves. In other words, we make our own happiness.
Some people believe that if they are wealthy, they will be able to do anything they want, which means happiness. On the other hand, some people believe that holding a high position in the government is happiness. In this way, you have not only money, but also many other things which can’t be bought by money. However, other people believe that having lots of money is not happiness, nor is holding a high position in the government. These people value(重视) their beliefs, or their intelligence, or their health. They think these can make them happy.
Here are a few ways to help you be happier.
The first secret of happiness is to enjoy the simple things in life. Too often, we spend so much time thinking about the future, for example, getting into college or getting a good job, that we don’t enjoy the present. You should enjoy life’s simple pleasures, such as reading a good book, listening to your favorite music, or spending time with close friends. People who have close friends usually enjoy happier and healthier lives.
The second secret of happiness is to be active. Many people go dancing or play sports. People can forget about their problems and only think about the activities.
Finally, many people find happiness in helping others. According to studies, people feel good when they volunteer their time to do many meaningful things for other people. If you want to feel happier, do something nice for someone. You can help a friend with his or her studies, go shopping to get food for an old neighbor, or simply help around the house.
Now maybe you know how to find happiness!
【小题1】 The underlined word “wealthy” means “__________” in the article.

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根据短文内容和所给汉语提示，写出短文空白处各单词的正确形式。每空限填一词。
As we know most of the things in our daily life have to be     1    (买) with money. But money cannot buy many things,     2     (包括) time,       3      (健康) and      4      (友谊).
There are 24 hours in a day.       5     (有时) when we are happy, we wish that the happiness would last longer,  but      6       (无论什么) we do, or how much money we are willing to spend, we can’t make a day last 25 hours. When we feel unhappy, money cannot make the unhappy time pass away more       7      (快).
So we should      8      (认识到) that money is       9       (必需的) in our life. But it’s not the most       10       (重要) thing in our life.

Mr.  and Mrs.  Green had different ideas about where to go to spend their weekend.  Mrs.  Green wanted to go to Florida to see her sister,  but Mr.  Green did not like to go there.  He wanted to go to Maine. 

“Florida is too hot in summer. ”Mr.  Green said. 

“Maine is a little cold, ” said Mrs.  Green.  “I like swimming.  But the water in Maine is usually not warm enough. ”

“Florida is too far, ” said Mr.  Green.  “We don’t have enough time to drive there.  It’ll take us more than two days. ”

Just then,  the phone rang.  Mr.  Green answered the phone.  It was Mr.  Green’s mother,  “Is that Jim  speaking?  Please come in the shortest time.  I need help.  I’m calling from the hospital in Boston. ”

That stopped their talking,  and in time they both went there. 

6. Where did Mr.  Green like to go to on weekend?

A. Florida.                             B. Maine. 

C. Boston.                              D. England.  

7. What did Mrs.  Green like to do on vacation? 

A. Go swimming.                     B. Drive to Maine. 

C. See her parents.                     D. We don’t know. 

8. Who called them when they were talking?

A. Mr.  Green’s wife.              B. Mr.  Green’s mother.

C. Mr.  Green’s son.               D. Mrs.  Green.

9. Where was Mr.  Green’s mother then? 

A. In Florida.                         B. In Maine. 

C. In Boston.                       D. In Canada. 

10. Where did they go at last? 

A. Boston.                          B. Maine. 

C. Florida.                             D. We don’t know.