科目：初中英语 来源：2014年河南省郑州市九年级第一次预测英语试卷（解析版） 题型：其他题
Performing better under pressure
What is the most stressful thing in school? It is probably exams．1.．??????? But some students succeed under pressure，while others struggle．So，why do some students perform better under stress?
It all comes down to dopamine （多巴胺）． Dopamine is a chemical in our body that sends signals （信号） in the brain．It has many important roles：affecting memory，attention and how we learn．2.．???????
Our brains control dopamine in two ways．It either takes out dopamine quickly，or gradually．Exam success can be linked to how fast dopamine goes back to a balance，according to new research from the University of Missouri，reported Yahoo．
???? 3.．?????? If you become stressed，your brain will start to overload （起负荷） on dopamine．It is like a cup overflowing with water．The quicker you are able to go back to a balance of dopamine，the quicker you can concentrate．4.．??????
Researchers found that，during a test，people who slowly got back to a balance of dopamine scored 8 percent lower． That’s me difference between a good mark and a bad mark．
??? But don't fear，there is good news for every student．5.．???? So，it turns out that practice really makes perfect．
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A．This will help you perform better on a test．
B．Exams can put us under a lot of pressure．
C．The study also found that the more practice you get，the less stressed you’ll be．
D．What happens when we take an exam?
E．Our brains work best when there is a balance of dopamine—not too much or too little．
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科目：初中英语 来源：2013-2014学年上海市浦东区初三中考一模（即期末）英语试卷（解析版） 题型：其他题
Read the passage and fill in the blanks with proper words. (14分)
You know that eating a sensible diet and getting plenty of exercise help make your body healthy and strong. But do you know that there are ways to make your brain healthier and smarter? Here are seven steps toward a smarter brain.
Limit your TV viewing
Never spend too much time on TV viewing, for it n__1.__ very little brain activities. Your brain will become weak just as your muscles do. If you do watch TV, choose something educational and meaningful.
Travel
Travelling to a____2.__ country forces you to see and do things in a fresh way, bringing stimulation to the brain. Learn a new language
Learning a new language involves different learning methods. Learning a language sharpens your brain and helps prevent memory p___3.___ that you may meet in later years.
Read often
As you read, take the time to look up people or places that aren’t familiar. Reading makes your vocabulary much l___4.__ if you always search for words and definitions that you don’t know. Each week, choose an animal, a bird or fish, and read everything you can about it. Stretch your brain as you become an expert on the subject.
Calculate w_____5.___ you shop
As you put things in your
grocery cart, total everything in your head. See how close you get to the
actual total.
Use your non-dominant（不占优势的）hand
If you are right-handed, use your left hand for everyday activities, or use your right hand if you are left-handed. Doing familiar things in a different way will make your brain c____6.__ new neural （神经）networks.
Wechat（微信）!
Read messages from people who has different interests. And some say that learning to express y____7.___ in just 100 words is a great brain challenge.
Have a try and do these every day. Little by little you can get into the habit of challenging your brain, and make your brain smarter!
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科目：初中英语 来源：北京模拟题 题型：阅读理解
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| Like the body, the memory improves with use. 1 the body, the memory can improve with age. For many years, doctors have been studying the way the brain 2 . We all know that the brain has two sides, the left and the right. The right side controls the senses and the left side of our brain controls our logical 3 . We call the left side the "education" side of the brain, and generally, in western countries, people have 4 this side of the brain more than the right side. Scientists believe that our brain will work more efficiently if both the right side and the left side are developed equally. In many schools today, teachers try to educate children in such a way that both sides of the brain are 5 . This can be done with logical subjects 6 math and science as well as with creative subjects such as art. Albert Einstein, the great scientist, did some of his best work when he was very old. He was 7 not only in his work, but also in creative and imaginative activities. It was because of his many different interests in life that he was able to 8 the full development of both sides of his brain. | ||||
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科目：初中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
Mrs. Green is telling her experience：
The brain is the most amazing part of our bodies．But just like our bodies，it needs care．Getting a good night's sleep．eating a balanced diet（均衡饮食）and taking deep breaths are all important ways of looking after both your body and your brain.
Many people think their brain will slow down with age and their memory will get worse．The truth is，just like your body，you can also improve your brain．I've found I can improve my memory by picturing what I need to remember．For example，if I'm going shopping and I need bread milk and a birthday card for my brother，I picture a loaf of bread，a bottle of milk with a cow in the front and a birthday card with a football on it．
The same kind of thing can be used with important dates．If you have a picture in your mind of a special event（事件），it's much easier to remember than just a number．
Another way of improving your mind is to make sure you often visit new places and have new experiences．I find learning Spanish is a great way to keep the brain working，but communication in any language is important．
1．What is the woman’s main aim in telling her experience?
A．To explain how the brain works．
B．To talk about problems with the brain．
C．To describe how clever she has become．
D．To tell ways to make the memory better．
2．How does the woman improve her memory?
A．By doing some medical research．
B．By looking after her body．
C．By picturing what she needs to remember．
D．By doing a lot of shopping．
3．What does the woman say about her own memory?
A．It has been possible to make her memory better．
B．She finds dates more difficult to remember than numbers．
C．It has got worse over the years．
D．She often forgets birthdays．
4．Which would be the best title for the passage?
A．Easy ways Io improve your mind
B．The latest research into the brain
C．The amazing power of memory
D．How to remember things you thought you'd forgotten
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科目：初中英语 来源： 题型：
Almost half of us live in a city these days, and that number keeps going up. Want to be healthy? Try to make the best use of your city.
Walk the Walk: We know city people usually walk more than country people. But you'd be surprised at how much those extra 15 to 30 minutes of walking can do you good.
Get Arty: Cultural attractions is something most cities are rich in. So if you’re in the city, refuse the pricy bar and club. Your brain will thank you if you choose from one of the countless museums, theatres, art galleries and historical sites (古迹).
Meet the Neighbors: Studies show that strong social networks do good to peoples health. A big city is a great place to find people you talk with. It is more likely you’ll find someone who shares your interests. So go out, make some friends and have fun.
Fresh and Fit: Popular health-food stores show up first in the big city. Healthy choices are probably richer than they are in the country. Just remember to take advantage of them.
47. How many ways does the writer advise us to be healthy in the city?
A. Two. B. Four. C. Six. D. Eight.
48. It’s good for your brain when you choose_______.
A. museums B. clubs C. bars D. supermarkets
49. From the passage, “_______ ” can help you make more friends.
A. Walk the Walk B. Get Arty
C. Meet the Neighbors D. Fresh and Fit
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