摘要: People have hobbies because hobbies can bring them happiness , and knowledge . 第十二组

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  A hobby can be almost anything a person likes to do in his free time.Hobbyists keep pets, build model shops, watch birds, hunt animals, climb mountains, grow flowers, fish, ski, skate, and swim.Hobbyists also paint pictures, attend concerts and plays and perform on musical instruments.They collect everything from books to butterflies, and from shells to stamps.

  People have hobbies because these activities offer enjoyment, friendship, knowledge, and relaxation.Sometimes they even make some money by following a hobby.Hobbies help people relax after hard work, and provide a balance between work and play.Hobbies also offer interesting activities for persons who have retired(退休).Anyone, rich or poor, old or young, sick or well, can follow an interesting hobby.

  Hobbies can help a person’s mental and physical health.Doctors have found that hobbies are valuable in helping patients recover from physical or mental illness.Hobbies give patients something to do, and provide interests that keep them from thinking about themselves.Many hospitals treat patients by having them have interesting hobbies or pastimes.

  In early times, most people were too busy making a living to have many hobbies.But some persons who were free did enjoy hobbies.The old Egyptians played games with balls made of wood or pottery.

  People today have more time than ever before for hobbies.Machines have reduced(减少)the amount of time they must spend on their jobs.More people are retiring than ever before, and at an earlier age.Those who have developed hobbies never need to worry about what to do with their newly-found free hours.

  Sir William Osler, a famous Canadian doctor, expressed the value of hobbies by saying, “No man is really happy or safe without a hobby.”

(1)

Which of the following is right?

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A.

Hobby is one’s regular activity in his office.

B.

Hobby is a kind of activity a person likes to do in his free time.

C.

Hobby is a kind of activity only for old people.

D.

Hobby is a kind of activity only for young people.

(2)

It seems that people who ________ may spend more time enjoying their hobbies.

[  ]

A.

have little money

B.

have much money

C.

have retired from their work

D.

have left school

(3)

The underlined phrase “recover from” in the third paragraph means ________.

[  ]

A.

get back

B.

become healthy again

C.

become calm

D.

provide with a new cover

(4)

In early times, most people spent less time on their hobbies, because ________.

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A.

they were brave

B.

they were hard-working

C.

they were busy making a living

D.

they were not interested in hobbies

(5)

What does the write think about hobbies?

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A.

People all over the world have the same hobby.

B.

Machines also have their hobbies.

C.

Hobbies are popular among people in Egypt.

D.

People should have hobbies in their free time.

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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 upon ourselves.” In other words, we make our own happiness. Here are a few suggestions 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 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 this 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.
【小题1】 The best title(标题)of the passage is ________.

A.Money Makes You HappyB.The Secrets of Happiness
C.Ideas for Helping Other People to Be HappyD.Good Friends Make You Happy
【小题2】The second paragraph tells us that ________.
A.the more friends you have, the happier you will be
B.we shouldn’t think about our future
C.happiness is to enjoy the simple things in life.
D.some people fail to live a happy life
【小题3】The passage gives us ________ pieces of advice on happiness.
A.oneB.twoC.threeD.four
【小题4】The writer thinks that ________.
A.everyone knows how to live a happier life
B.it’s wrong to spend time on work
C.hobbies take up too much time
D.doing good things for someone can make you happier
【小题5】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.

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The secrets of happiness
Most people want to be happy, but few know how to find happiness. Money and success do not bring lasting happiness. Happiness depends on ourselves. In other words, we make our own happiness. Here are some suggestions to help you be happier.
__【小题1】__ Too often, we spend so much time thinking about the future—for example, getting into college or getting a good a job—that we fail to enjoy the present. You should enjoy life’s simple happiness, such as reading a good book, listening to your favorite music, or spending time with close friends.____【小题2】____
Another secret of having a happy life is to be active and have hobbies in which you can forget your problems. Many people enjoy dancing or playing a sport, such as skating or soccer.___【小题3】_____
Finally, many people find happiness in helping others. According to studies, people feel good when they help others. ____【小题4】______ You can help a friend with his or her lessons, go shopping to buy food for your family, or simple help out around the house by washing dishes.

You can forget about your problems, and only think about the activity.
B. If you want to feel happier, do something nice for someone.
C. The first secret of happiness is to enjoy the simple things in life.
D. People who have several close friends live happier and healthier lives.
 
【小题5】According to the article, what can bring lasting happiness to you?
A.Enjoying the simple things you like.B.Being active and having hobbies.
C.Helping others.D.All of the above.

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