We all have to give gifts during the year. No matter what the occasion is, birthday, holiday or a special event, we make it a point to show we care by buying something nice for that special person. Well, the waste created by gift giving can really add up in the trash. Keep in mind that there are several ways that you can cut down on the remaining waste next time you buy that special someone a gift. w_w w. k#s5_u.c o*m

Make sure that your gift will be used. It’s almost impossible to make sure that the receiver will find your gift to their liking, but if you do your homework, you can be as sure as possible. Consider a gift wish list or just ask them, if you’re really not sure. It may cut down on the surprise, but if they give you a list of two or three things that they’d truly appreciate, then you can shop with the confidence that it won’t end up in the garbage five miuntes after it’s opened. w w w.k s 5 u.c o m

When you buy a gift, make sure that it’s as ecofriendly(有利于生态的) as possible. Buy hemp(麻布) clothing, or products made with natural dyes(染料). w_w w. k#s5_u.c o*m

Give the gift of donation. If you have no idea what to buy, then consider making a donation to a charity. Take into consideration their interests and passions and donate in their name.

Make it or bake it. Give something that can be eaten or can be used, like some homemade vinegar or cookies. Homemade candles are very popular and can be made to be more eco-friendly than store-bought ones.

Give a gift of your time. Offer babysitting services or a day of housecleanin g. Most people would appreciate a little lessening of stress or responsibility on any given day.

Wrap(包装) with care. The paper products you use for gift wrap should be recycled at the very least. Gift bags can be found made from recycled materials and can be reused over and over again for many gift giving occasions.

According to Paragraph 2, when you need to give somebody a gift, you’d better_______. A．prepare a special one              B．find out what they like in advance

C．finish your school homework first   D．shop for the gift confidently

By saying “It may cut down on the surprise” in Paragraph 2, the author probably means_______.

A．your gift may be a big surprise to the receiver w w w.k s 5 u.c o m

B．the receiver will open the gift with surprise

C．the gift will cost you much less money

D．the receiver will be less surprised at your gift

Which of the following ways of gift giving will the author most probably agree with?

A．Helping to clean the house.

B．Wrapping a gift with thin paper.

C．Donating something to a charity in your name.

D．Buying a beautiful plastic toy.

Who are probably interested in reading the passage? w_w w. k#s5_u.c o*m

A．Those who like to go shopping every day.

B．Those who like to give eco-friendly gifts. w w w.k s 5 u.c o m

C．Those who have little money to buy gifts.

D．Those who manage a gift shop.

Sometimes you need to give a stain _____ before adding the garment to a load of laundry.

A．special treatment                       B．a special treatment

C．special treatments                       D．the special treatment

根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

If you want to keep in good health, then you need to give much attention to yourself, both physically and mentally.  ___1____ Jogging, cycling, swimming and walking are all good ways to keep the body alert and full of energy. This article explains the benefits of exercise to the human body and mind.

●       Exercise can reduce the risk of heart attacks.

___2____. The reduction in blood pressure, also achieved by exercise, leads to a reduction of work and effort needed by the heart to function.

●       __3____

Physically active people are significantly less likely to have breast cancer and colorectal cancer (结肠癌) compared with people who don’t exercise.

●       Exercise can help improve nervous disorders.

Exercising regularly can significantly improve the condition of people who suffer from stress and depression. The sense of physical well-being obtained by exercise has a positive impact on the psychological mood of the person.  ____4___.

●       Exercise can delay aging and its consequences.

Increasing age is accompanied by progressive loss of muscular strength, reduced resistance, shortness of breath and instability etc. ___5___

There is much evidence showing that naturally active people have fewer chances compared with the inactive people to end up in bed or in a wheel chair, or to break a leg or an arm.

A．Exercise can help prevent cancer.

B．Regular exercise increases the efficiency of the heart.

C．Exercise is one of the factors that can change our mood.

D．The benefits of exercise are not limited to physical health.

E.       This can help you to relax and be free of unnecessary stress.

F.       In your daily life you should include regular exercise to keep fit.

G.       Physical activity can prevent many of these events, delaying the effects of aging.

          , you need to give all you have and try your best.  

A. Being a winner                                           B. To buy a winner      

C. Be a winner                                               D. Having been a winner 

Sometimes you need to give a stain _____ before adding the garment to a load of laundry.