科目:高中英語 來源: 題型:閱讀理解
Happiness and sadness are states of being states of being that define the way we view the world. It is often said that some people by nature have a sunny character. Now scientists may have discovered why.
Some people may be hard-wired for happiness, while others are genetically negative, as
scientists have suggested in a study published in late February, in a British journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
Earlier research had already established that the gene known as 5-HTTLPR plays a key role in
determining how the neurotransmitter (神經(jīng)傳遞素) serotonin (血清素) works within the brain. Serotonin, a hormone (荷爾蒙), passes chemical messages between nerve cells. It has been closely linked to mood. Several anti-depressant (抗抑郁) drugs regulate serotonin levels. Scientists had also identified three variants of the gene. Two so-called "short" variants were linked to a higher risk of depression and suicide attempts. Unlike the two "short" variants, the "long" variant of 5-HTTLPR showed a clear dislike of negative images, such as fierce animals, and a clear liking for positive ones, such as flowers.
Researchers from the University of Essex in Britain, led by Elaine Fox, showed participants a
series of images. The images were divided into three kinds: negative ones aimed at inspiring fear or stress such as a spider or person about to commit suicide, pleasant ones and neutral ones.
“The participants who had the long variant of the 5-HTTLPR gene showed a clear dislike of negative material alongside a careful attention for positive material,” the researchers found. They paid close attention to the pretty pictures, and ignored the frightening ones. On the other hand, the short variant groups had the opposite reaction.
In January, the Australian government organized "happiness workshops", teaching government
staff how to be happy. The department that held the "happiness workshops" said unhappy staff weren't productive staff. Australian political opposition parties have argued that the "happiness workshops" are probably a waste of money and couldn't increase productivity as intended. However, whether the workshop will have a happy or disappointing result, we will have to wait and see.
67.Form the third paragraph, we know that .
A.a(chǎn)ffected by 5-HTTLPR, the neurotransmitter serotonin works within the blood
B.there are 5 variants of 5-HTTLPR genes which control people’s moods
C.how the neurotransmitter serotonin works is greatly determined by 5-HTTLPR
D.5-HTTLPR receives chemical messages from verve cells
68.What does “It” in the sentence “It has been closely linked to mood.” in the 3rd paragraph refer to?
A.Serotonin. B.A nerve cell. C.5-HTTLPR. D.The brain.
69.If a person had the long variant of 5-HTTLPR, he or she would probably .
A.like the images of spiders B.prefer the images of crocodiles
C.enjoy an image of green tress D.suffer from depression very often
70.What can we infer from the passage?
A.People’s moods can change a little bit under the influence of certain drugs.
B.Researchers showed participants of the research two kinds of images.
C.A person possesses one long and one short variant of 5-HTTLPR at the same time.
D.The author firmly believes that “happiness workshops” will not change people’s moods.
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4. The pretty girl is known ________ the public ________ a little film star ________ her excellent performance in a film.
A. in; as; with B. to; as; for
C. among; with; in D. by; for; because of
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科目:高中英語 來源:2013-2014學年貴州省高二上學期期中考試英語試卷(解析版) 題型:其他題
__1.__ To begin with,cleaner environment,enjoying the game with hundreds of sports athletes and entertainment stars,and the opportunity of contacting people from all over the world seem exciting to the citizens._ 2.__ In most cases,bidding for the Olympics is well supported by both the public and the central government.
Unfortunately,this is not the entire view of the pretty picture. If looking from another angle,the Olympic bid might bring about some sideeffects to a city.
__3.__ It includes the increasing pollution of cars,more pressure on water resources,huge amount of wasted leaflets and other materials used for public activities,which are most probably neglected. In order to broaden the streets,some trees may have to be cut. Reduction of farmland may be caused by the need of setting up new sports centers or accommodation facilities. These environmental consequences can be especially serious in a resourcelimited and crowded city in a thirdworld country.
Besides,if not well managed and organized,the big event may not be so beneficial,and the new facilities may be forever empty after the games.__ 4.__
Finally,let’s think about the lowincome groups in the city.__ 5.__ More tax,more fees,more expensive property prices,and higher cost of living. These definitely are not good news for them.
A.Hosting the Olympics surely would bring about much gain to a city.
B.We can only benefit from it for a short time.
C.What will they get from the Olympics bidding?
D.First of all,it will bring a lot of environmental problems.
E.There are many reasons for not hosting the Olympic Games.
F.There have been cases that host cities ended up with large debts.
G.Besides,it will definitely promote the emotion and pride in local people.
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科目:高中英語 來源:2015屆山東濟寧泗水一中高一下期期中考試英語卷(解析版) 題型:閱讀理解
Italian Lakes and Greek Islands (12 Days)
Your tour begins in Milan, Italy(意大利), and moves on to the pretty Italian Lake District and the attractive resort(勝地)of Stresa, your home for two nights. Collette Vacations has carefully chosen the Costa Victoria as your home for your 7—night journey along the waterways of the Mediterranean. The cruise ship is filled with the warmth and culture of Italy and is richly designed with entertainment(娛樂)areas and very good living conditions. It will take you to the places of your dreams.
You’ll spend 4 days touring Greek cities you’ve always heard about. In Katakolon, you will have an exciting tour to nearby Olympia without a guide. Then with a local guide you will visit the Greek islands of Santorini, which is often related to the story of the lost city of Atlantis, and Mykonos, a wonderful island with beautiful beaches.
Your journey ends in Verona, home of the love story Romeo and Juliet, with a fun—filled Goodbye dinner—a perfect ending to a pleasant journey.
12 Days, 25Meals: 10 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 9 Dinners
Day 1 Overnight flight to Italy
Days2—3 Regina Palace, Stresa, Italy
Days4—10 Costa Victoria ( Costa cruises)
Day 11 Hotel Leopardi, Verona, Italy
Day12 Leave for home
Please Note:
Leaving date |
Price for one person |
April 7 |
$2,099 |
June 2 |
$2,199 |
October 6 |
$2,099 |
November 3 |
$1,999 |
1.How is the journey planned?
A.It starts and ends in Italy.
B.It starts and ends in Greece.
C.It starts in Italy and ends in Greece.
D.It starts in Greece and ends in Italy.
2.What can be inferred from the travel plan?
A.The price may get lower than those in the plan.
B.The prices include three meals a day.
C.The price is the highest in summer.
D.The prices include entertainment service.
3.What does the underlined part “ the Costa Victoria” most probably refer to?
A.A famous hotel. B.A beautiful resort.
C.A comfortable ship. D.A long—distance bus.
4.Tourists will travel on their own in .
A.Stresa B.Olympia C.Mykonos D.Verona
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科目:高中英語 來源:2013屆山西省大同市高二下學期期中考試英語試卷(解析版) 題型:短文改錯
文中共有10個錯,每句中最多有兩處。改錯如下:
多一個詞,把多余的詞用斜線﹨劃掉,缺一個詞,在缺詞處加一個漏字符號∧,在∧下寫出正確的詞。錯一個詞,在錯的詞下劃一橫線,在橫線下寫出正確的詞。
注意:1.每處錯誤及其修改均僅限一詞。
2.只允許修改10處。多者(從11處起)不計分。
There was a lot of passengers on a city bus. When the bus arrived at a stop, the pretty woman got on the bus. All the passengers kept their eyes fixing on her. An old man near the door attempted to get up, and the woman forced him back into her seat. “Thank you, but please sit down,” she said. “But, madam…” replies the man. “You really needn’t to do that since I’m young,” interrupted the woman. Later, the man tried to rise again but stopped by the woman. Finally the man managed to rise and said angry, “The bus has carried me three blocks beyond my house. I have to get on.”
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