Question

Most people want to be happy, but few know how to find happiness. Money and success alone do not bring lasting happiness. Aristotle, a Greek thinker, said, “Happiness depends on 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 fail to 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 several close friends often live happier and healthier lives.

Another secret to living a happy life is to be active, and have hobbies where you forget your problems and time. Many people experience dancing, or playing a sport, such as swimming. You can forget about your problems, and only think about the activity.

Finally, many people find happiness in helping others. Studies show that people feel good when they spend their time helping others. If you want to feel happier, do good things for someone. You can help a friend with his or her studies, go shopping to buy food for an elderly person, or simply help out around the house by washing the dishes.

1. The second paragraph tells us that ________.

A. we shouldn’t think about our future

B. some people fail to live a happy life

C. happiness is to enjoy the simple things in life

D. the more friends you have, the happier you will be

2.The passage gives us ________ pieces of advice on happiness.

A. one B. two C. three D. four

3.Which of the following is not mentioned in the passage?

A. Reading a good book

B. Traveling to a foreign country

C. Playing a sport

D. Spending time with close friends

Answer 1

1.C

2.C

3.B

【解析】

试题分析：这篇短文主要介绍了幸福是每个人都重要。大多数人都想要快乐，但很少有人知道如何寻找快乐。金钱和成功并不能带来持久的幸福。幸福取决于自己。换句话说，我们使我们自己的幸福。

1.细节理解题。根据文章第二段可知，幸福的首要秘诀是享受生活中简单的事情。故选C。

2. first, another, finally 可知,故选C。

3.3】归纳理解题。根据短文描述可知没有提及到国外旅行。故选B。

考点：生活哲理类短文阅读。