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1、高三英语七选五阅读理解专项练习题（含答案）Theyre unpleasantly sweet,nutritionally empty,and increasingly subject to taxation.More than 35 states and seven cities in the US now introduce a tax on soda(碳酸饮料)and other sugar-sweetened drinks._1_ Public health researchers and organizations see these taxes as low-hanging frui
2、t in the battle against being overweight and the health problems such as diabetes(糖尿病)that often come with it.In the United States,nearly 40 percent of adults are overweight._2_But the widespread consumption of foods packed with added sugars plays a major role,and drinks account for nearly half the
3、added sugar in the American diet.Its really hard to rid the behaviors.And taxes are one of the most influential policies to move the needle on unhealthy eating habits,says Christina Roberto,a behavioral scientist at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia._3_Many public health researchers say
4、 theres a good reason to think they can relieve the harms of sugary drinks,too.At the same time,some argue that soda taxes might not have the influence on public health._4_Or,they could switch to other unhealthy foods.Or,in some cases,they could simply buy their soda in a neighboring city that doesn
5、t tax them.While supporters acknowledge that such small price increases are unlikely to discourage occasional(偶尔)soda drinkers,those arent the people at greatest risk.The hope is that taxes will lead to a reduction in consumption by people with more serious habits._5_But an increasing body of resear
6、ch suggests that the taxes have already reduced consumption of sugary drinks in some areas-an encouraging and vital step.AThe problem is complex.BThe debate is still going on.CIn effect,it is taxing on bad habits.DThe use of taxes has a long history.ESeveral more places are considering it.FTaxes hav
7、e helped reduce the effect of alcohol anti tobacco.GIts likely that people dont care about the difference the low taxes may make.Open an app at your smart phone and scan the code bar on the garbage can.When you throw garbage into the garbage can,it will show the weight of the garbage and the points
8、you can get from doing so._6_ It will become more popular in the future.Yes,we are talking about the smart garbage can._7_ The environmental problems have become constant headaches in the development of those cities.Encouraging garbage classification has become an effective way.In some cities,a vari
9、ety of multifunctional smart garbage cans are being put into use.In Beijing,for example,a smart garbage can is equipped with an LED screen,which not only shows national policies on garbage classification but also shows the correct steps for garbage sorting.It can also calculate the weight of the gar
10、bage and the accumulated points one can get.They can be traded for some articles of daily use._8_ Its body is actually a screen.It is equipped with some Internal sensors.When people throw garbage into it,the internal sensors can automatically tell the types of the garbage.Meanwhile,people can see ho
11、w to deal with them._9_ Garbage disposal is a small issue that involves everybody each day.However,it is also a big issue._10_ With smart garbage cans in our daily life,the idea of garbage sorting will become more established.Our dream of building a greener and more beautiful China will come true so
12、 long as we start to make small changes right now.AGarbage sorting has been a new fashion.BAnother kind of garbage can is even smarter.CIt is no wonder that residents cheered for their presence.DSuch a way of handling garbage has appeared in some cities.EIt will affect Chinas transformation towards
13、green development.FOver 200 million tons of garbage is produced each year in some cities.GThe good habit of garbage classification can improve the living environment.I always loved jokes and cartoons.They can be serious as they point out the silliness in our lives,convey a wise message of wisdom and
14、 at the same time bring a smile.Sometimes there is little difference between a joke and life wisdom._11_.I started collecting jokes I received from different sources over a period of some 25 years.For the book I chose for an“Anglo-Saxon”collection.They are typical for the US,Canada,UK,Australia and
15、New Zealand.Where are they from?Who wrote them?_12_,Most are everywhere,floating anonymously(匿名地)on the internet,and circulate among friends,e-mails,chat groups and mailing lists.Many come up over a beer.The language of humor is not universal and translating into another language mostly does not wor
16、k._13_.Living in China for a long time,I gave up telling jokes as our Chinese friends find nothing funny in them and they can lead to misunderstandings._14_.Trying to translate Chinese jokes also would mostly fail to convey anything“funny”for us Westerners;I can say I cannot recall any Chinese joke.
17、While at a first sight the book may not be interesting to Chinese readers,due to the cultural differences,_15_,as well as to learn a different vocabulary.Also,for those who deal with Westerners,here in China or when abroad,they might surprise their foreign friends by serving them some jokes they can
18、 appreciate.ADifferent cultures have a different understanding of what is“funny”BGenerally speaking,nobody knows the original source Cthey wonder why there are so many about the Westerners DWorse,they start asking a million questions of the why and what and how EMaybe life is just a big joke FMost C
19、hinese are totally unfamiliar with the Western world of jokes,they are puzzled or even shocked Git is a nice tool for our friends to learn about typical Western humor Earth Hour is organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature.Its a big event usually at the end of March every year.On this evening,peop
20、le“go dark”._16_ Its true that turning off lights for just one hour saves only a small amount of power._17_On one level,joining in Earth Hour makes people think about the problem of climate change and what we can do in everyday life to protect nature.But on another level,a large number of peoples ac
21、ting together sends a powerful message to governments and companies._18_ They begin considering green issues when big decisions.The logo(标识)of Earth Hour is“60+”.The number 60 is for the 60 minutes of Earth Hour._19_ In fact,people who join in Earth Hour say that taking part makes them want to do mo
22、re for the environment._20_ Musicians give concerts by playing acoustic(原声的)instruments instead of electric ones,and using candles instead of electric lights.Celebrity chefs have created special recipes for families to prepare and eat by candlelight.Tree-planting sessions,group walks and runs are al
23、so among the options.ABut this is only the beginning.BEarth Hour represents every hour of every day.CAfter all,everyone has to answer for what they have done.DBesides turning off the lights,people get involved in other events.EIt pushes them to take urgent measures by making changes to policies.FTha
24、t is,they switch off all unnecessary lights at the same time for one hour.GThe plus invites people to continue their action even after Earth Hour is finished.Getting along with people can be tough._21_ Accept human nature.Humans make mistakes.People arent always nice.They also have all of the proble
25、ms that you have in your life._22_ This is important to remember when you re trying to get along with people who are very difficult or seem to be ignoring you;everyone is just doing the best that they can._23_ People are all very different:thats what makes life interesting.And just like people are a
26、ll different,the world is also very complex.Every situation is different,always.Just because someone doesnt make the choice that you would make or just because they take a less efficient or smart path to get where theyre going doesnt make them wrong.Practice forgiveness._24_ Sometimes you just have
27、to stop and give people the benefit of the doubt(to believe someone even though you are not sure whether what the person is saying is true).They might really be sorry or they might really not know that what they did was bad.You have to forgive them so that you can move on to happier feelings.Do some
28、thing together._25_ You can work together on a project for school or work.You can also try a new activity together.These activities will give you more to talk about and lots of chances to interact and get to know each other.AThink about what your words really say.BRespect that there are lots of vali
29、d choices.CThe following are some suggestions that can help you in some way.DEveryone is dealing with their own set of problems.EDoing things together is a great way to bond with people and make friends.FForgive people when they do make mistakes.GEven when someones making you mad,thank them for thei
30、r effort to help or their suggestions.Passive readers read words,but active readers read ideas.A passive readers goal is to get finished._26_Here are some tips to help you become more active readers.Start by identifying your purpose.Before you start,think about why youre reading in the first place._
31、27_Keeping up on industry news?Learning about a software update?Recognizing your intention helps you to stay on track._28_ While you read,think about the material and ask yourself questions.For example,how does this relate to the authors standpoint?Is the authors reasoning effective?Note down your t
32、houghts about each chapter youve finished.Imagine a stranger whos never read the book will be borrowing your notes.How would you communicate the most important points?Make mental links._29_You need time to make mental links to consider how each concept or idea relates to your current mental library.
33、These links make it easier to recall what youve read.For example,if youre reading a book about creative problem-solving,youd better compare the methods with ideas gained from another author.This process of linking and analyzing helps to understand the new information.Reflect and make a summary.Once
34、you finish a book,give yourself time to reflect.You can even write a three-sentence summary of what youve learned and come back to it later._30_ Robert Greene,author of The 3 Secrets That Help Me Write and Think,said,“After Ive done reading I will often put it aside for up to a week and think deeply
35、 about the lessons and key stories that could be used for my book project.I then go back and put these important sections on notecards.”AExplore the material.BRead at the right level.CAre you preparing for a meeting?DAre you enjoying your English class?EHeres where speed reading is bad for you.FAn a
36、ctive readers goal is to learn something.GThis forces you to think back to the most important points.Chopsticks When were chopsticks invented?In fact,before the invention of chopsticks,Chinese ancestors actually used hands to eat,but how did they eat soup and porridge?_31_ Chinese Started to use cho
37、psticks about 3,000 years ago in the Shang Dynasty.Who invented chopsticks?The records of using chopsticks have been found in many written books but have no exact evidence.However,many stories are about the invention of chopsticks.One says that Jiang Ziya,an ancient wise man,created chopsticks._32_
38、But there is no exact historical record about the invention.We can only say that smart ancient Chinese invented chopsticks.How to use Chinese chopsticks?_33_ you can do it if you practice it for some time,even if you are a foreigner.The key to managing chopsticks is keeping one chopstick in position
39、 while moving the other to pick up food.Remember to practice with patience._34_ Chopsticks are usually held in the right hand,and left-handed chopstick use is considered as improper in China.Playing with chopsticks is thought to be impolite.It is considered to be polite and thoughtful to pick up foo
40、d for the elderly and children.A chopstick-themed museum in Shanghai If you are truly interested in chopsticks,it will be a good choice for you to pay a visit to the Shanghai Chopsticks Museum.The museum gathered more than 2,000 pairs of chopsticks from China,Korea,Japan and Thailand._35_ AWhich han
41、d to hold chopsticks?BChopstick manners in China.CChopsticks were introduced to many other countries because of their lightness.DUsing two slim sticks to pick up food is actually not difficult.EThe oldest one among them was from Tang Dynasty.FThere also go around some other stories.GThey had to use
42、sticks to eat them.How to Choose the Right Career?Choosing the right career can be difficult,and consequently you will find many of us can hardly find a suitable job in our daily life._36_ _37_ Assess your hobbies.It is very easy to turn your hobbies or something you love doing into a future career.
43、Many hobbies are related to real world needs and positions.Consider what you like to do and how that might fit into a career.Remain humble as you work toward your goal.Assessing your skills Consider what skills you are good at.If you are particularly good at certain skills,such as fixing things or m
44、aking things,this can provide you with a great future career,since skilled labor is often in demand and you will find it fairly easy to find work._38_ People who interact with others well can easily get careers as social workers or in marketing and similar business positions.Considering your current
45、 state Explore yourself.Figuring out what you should do with your life may sometimes require you to get to know yourself better.If you want a career that will really make you happy,you have to have an impressive awareness of what you want and what you enjoy._39_ Thinking about your future Examine yo
46、ur future financial security.One of the most important things to consider is if the career path youre choosing will provide you with an acceptable level of financial security.In other words,will you be able to make enough money to support yourself and your family?Meanwhile,you are supposed to pay sp
47、ecial attention to your future job stability,_40_ Accordingly,you will need to consider if the career you choose is stable enough for you and your desires for the future.Admittedly,the combination of the above four steps proved extremely effective when choosing the future career.Once you get started
48、,youll find it quite beneficial and even enjoyable!AEvaluating your interests BAssessing your personality CTherefore,having a defined career direction will help you achieve your goal.DJob markets changes a lot as society needs different things at different times.EFor some people,this means taking so
49、me time off to decide whats vital to them.FIf you have a good command of communicating with others,there are jobs for you as well.GHowever,with serious self-planning and self-reflection,you can set yourself on a path towards a fulfilling career.How does it feel when you solve your problem by yoursel
50、f?Things may not always go as planned,but being resourceful can help you stay calm and work your way out of tricky situations.Being resourceful means finding smart and creative ways to solve a problem,using whatever resources you have at the time._41_ They can also be anything else thats useful,such