B
Drinking a lot of water does not do any good to the body, according to two experts in the United States. In fact, they warn, drinking too much water could be, in certain cases, harmful.
In a study, Dr Stanly Goldfarb and Dr Dan Negoianu, both of the Renal, Electrolyte and Hypertension Division at the University of Pensylvania, the United States, have denied the popular belief that drinking a lot of water clears body toxins（毒素）better, improves skin, and helps reduce weight.
Dr Goldfarb and Dr Negoianu say that they found little proof to back the public opinion that drinking 8 glasses of water every day benefits health. At the same time, they fond little proof of harm in drinking 8 glasses of water every day.
It is widely believed that in some cases-such as athletes, people who live in hot, dry environments, and those with certain medical conditions-drinking a lot of water indeed helps, but no studies have been done to prove the benefits of this practice in average, healthy people, the website medheadlines.com reports.
The study at the University of Pennsylvania also examined reports that some people experienced increased headaches when their consumption（消耗）of water was low. In one small study, which the doctors reviewed, the group drinking the most water reported fewer headaches than the control group, “but the difference in the number of headaches was o small between the two groups as to be considered unimportant.”
The researchers concluded that there is no scientific proof to support that average, healthy people need to drink at least 8 glasses of water each each day.
The website medheadines.com says that, according to an Indian doctor, drinking too much water is harmful. If water enters the body more quickly than it can be removed, problems can occur.
40．What’s the key message delivered in the passage?
A．Drinking too much water might bring harm.
B．Whether to drink enough water makes no difference.
C．Drinking too much water may cause headaches.
D．Average, healthy people should drink more water.
41．We can learn from the passage that 8 glasses of water every day_______ .
A．proves good for the body B．has scientific proof of harm
C．is sure to reduce headaches D．is generally considered necessary
42．Who may agree that drinking lots of water helps to lose weight?
A．The two experts. B．The Indian doctor.
C．The general public. D．The website.
43．According to the passage, we know that_______.
A．the website medheadlnes.com is developed by an Indian doctor
B．the study was carried out by two experts with an Indian doctor
C．the two experts performed the study at the University of Pennsylvania
D．drinking 8 glasses of water every day can cure certain diseases
科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
阅读理解 (共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。
Several times each year the Queen gives afternoon tea parties at which guests are served tiny cakes filled with cream from her own cows. Cakes and sandwiches are brought in by footmen, yet you never see the Queen touch a thing. She simply sits beside a big silver plate, pouring cups of
tea for everyone and carefully avoiding the cakes.
At cocktail parties the Queen moves from group to group, chatting informally, and manages to make one glass of diet drink to last an entire evening.
Tours abroad are difficult because hosts seem to believe the warmth of their welcome must be shown with wonderful state banquets(宴会). But the Queen has perfected the art of appearing to enjoy her meal without actually eating much.
During one visit to the Pacific islands of Tonga, a specially-prepared dinner was arranged in a hut made of wood and bamboo leaves. Deep holes were dug in the ground, filled with hot stones and baby pigs, and the pigs were slowly baked over several days. The Queen looked uneasily at her plate when she discovered a whole roast pig was her serving.
Then she became uneasy when a turkey, some meat, bananas and an apple were also carried in for each guest. So she depended on her old favorite trick of talking with her host, King Tupou IV, carrying on a warm conversation. At the same time she pushed her food around her plate and only ate a piece of turkey and some fruit.
Reporters traveling with her have noted that the Queen will sometimes seem so carried away by a foreign leader’s political chat that she simply never has time to finish a meal before it is time to get up and make her speech. She will lift her fork to swallow a mouthful, then put it down again to make another point, leaving almost all of her meal untouched.
The Queen talked with her host and carried on conversation with him. The purpose of doing this is ____.
A. to show her politeness B. to show her great interest in food
C. not to eat much D. to hide her dislike to the food
We can infer from the passage that tours are difficult for the Queen, because ____.
A. she has to meet with so many important leaders
B. she has to eat much oily food
C. hosts always present wonderful state banquets
D. she has so many reporters to travel with her
What probably is the Queen’s art of acting at state dinners?
A. Appearing to enjoy her meal without actually eating much.
B. Drinking Malvern water.
C. Eating a piece of turkey and some fruit.
D. Eating much without being noticed
The main idea of the passage is about ____.
A. the Queen’s favorite food B. the Queen’s tours abroad
C. the Queen’s trouble with a foreign leader D. how the Queen keeps her diet during her tours
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Something as simple as ______ some cold water may clear your mind and relieve pressure.
A. to drink B. drinking C to be drinking D. drunk
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第二节：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
请阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从36—55各题所给的A, B, C，D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项的标号涂黑。
It was one of the hottest days of the dry season. We had not seen rain in almost a month. The crops were 1. .The rivers were long gone back into the 2. .If we didn’t see some rain soon, we would lose everything. It was on this day that I learned the true 3. of sharing and 4. the only miracle I had seen with my own eyes.
I was in the kitchen making lunch when I saw my six-year-old son, Billy, walking toward the woods. Minutes after he 5. into the woods, he came running out again, toward the house.
I went back to make sandwiches, 6. that what he had been doing was completed. Moments later, 7. ,he was once again toward the woods. This 8. went on for an hour—walked 9. to the woods, and ran back to the house.
10. I couldn’t take it any longer, so I went out of the house quietly and 11. him on his journey. As I leaned into spy on him. I saw the most 12. sight. Several large deer were in front of him. Billy walked right up to them. And I saw a tiny young deer lying on the ground 13. suffering from dehydrateion (脱水) and heat exhaustion, lifting its head with 14. effort to drink up the water in my beautiful boy’s 15. .
When the water was 16. ,Billy jumped up to run back to the house. I followed him back to a tap that we had 17. .Billy opened it all the way up and a small trickle(细流) began to creep out. When he stood up and began to 18. ,I was there in front of him. His little eyes were just filled with tears.
“I’m not 19. ,”was all he said.
As the tears that rolled down his face began to hit the ground,they were suddenly 20. by other drops…more drops…and more.
All I can say is that the rain that came that day saved our farm, just like one little boy saved deer.
21..A.dying B.producing C.harvesting D.drying
22..A.sea B.gas C.earth D.land
23..A.skill B.lesson C.impression D.opinion
24..A.found B.expected C.noticed D.witnessed
25..A.disappeared B.broke C.turned D. looked
26..A.admiring B.thinking C.imagining D.desiring
27..A.consequently B.eventually C.however D.therefore
28..A.experience B.activity C.exercise D.arrangement
29..A.hurriedly B.secretly C.worriedly D.carefully
30..A.Immediately B.Finally C.Fortunately D.Unexpectedly
31..A.stopped B.caught C.followed D.urged
32..A.amusing B.interesting C.appealing D.amazing
33..A.anxiously B.disappointedly C.naturally D.obviously
34..A.no B.brave C.great D.poor
35..A.hands B.face C.eyes D.legs
36..A.gone B.cool C.running D.faded
37..A.put out B.taken away C.shut off D.set up
38..A.stop B.leave C.smile D.run
39..A.washing B.drinking C.throwing D.polluting
40..A.melt B.added C.attached D.joined
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科目：高中英语 来源：江西省2009-2010学年高一下学期第二次月考英语试题 题型：阅读理解
Hiking is not only one of the best forms of physical exercise , but also one of the most forms of mental relaxation . It is good for all ages and is especially suitable as a family and group activity .
Since there are so many different kinds of hiking , it is not possible to give any general rules to follow . Short and frequent hikes , needing to planning or special equipment , are enjoyed by most people .
·Keep in shape by walking at a fast pace for at least 15 minutes every day . Climbing stairs instead of using a lift and running not far are also good ways of keeping in shape .
·On any hiking nothing is more important than good , comfortalbe shoes .
·The things you take might include matches in a water-proof box , a knife , compass , map , first aid items and flashlight .
·Cameras may be taken , but don’t load with too much .
·On longer hikes keep a comfortable , steady pace and take rest stops often .
·Drink only safe water . If in doubt , boil the water .
·Don’t go along the busy roads . When you have to use a road , keep as far over on the left as possible .
·Leave word at home or some other place as to where you are going and when you plan to return .
·On almost any hike , a map is a good idea . If going into a strange place , a detailed map is most helpful .
·Take along a field guide on flowers , birds , rocks , or other subjects depending upon your interests . This can add greatly to the enjoyment and educational value of your hike .
1. The anthor feels that the most essential thing on a hike is__________.
A. a new map B. a set of outdoor tools
C. a pair of good shoes D. only safe water
2. The author thinks that hiking is especially valuable for_________.
A. single person B. families
C. old people D. everyone
3. Generally speaking , hiking is_________.
A. a relaxing form of exercise
B. a dangerous activity for old people
C. not as popular as it was once
D. a good way of keeping in shape
4. The author mostly talks about__________.
A. general rules for hiking in mountainous areas
B. steps to be taken against dangerous animals
C. general things that should be paid attention to in hiking
D. all the things needed in hiking
5. The author suggests_________.
A. leaving cameras at home
B. drinking water from streams only
C. carrying more clothes
D. keeping away from heavy traffic
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科目：高中英语 来源：2014届河南省长葛市高一第一次考试英语题 题型：阅读理解
Do you love the holidays, but hate gaining weight? You are not alone. Holidays are times for celebrating. Many people are worried about their weight. With proper planning, though, it is possible to keep normal weight during the holidays. The idea is to enjoy the holidays but not to eat too much. You don't have to turn away from the foods that you enjoy.
Here are some tips for preventing（阻止） weight gain and maintaining（维持） physical fitness:
Don't skip meals. Before you leave home, have a small, low-fat meal or snack. This may help to avoid getting too excited before delicious foods.
Control the amount of food. Use a small plate (about 10 inches) and put aside the large ones that may encourage you to "load up". You should be most comfortable eating an amount of food about the size of your fist.
Begin with soup and fruit or vegetables. Fill up beforehand on water-based soup and raw fruit or vegetables. Or drink a large glass of water before you eat to help you to feel full.
Stick to physical activity. Don’t let exercise take a break during the holidays. A 20-minute walk help to burn off excess calories.
Avoid(避免) high-fat foods. Dishes that look oily or creamy may have large amount of fat. Choose lean meat (瘦肉).Fill your plate with salad and green vegetables. Use lemon juice instead of creamy food.
1.Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
A. You should never eat delicious foods.
B. Drinking some water or soup before eating helps you to eat less.[来源:Zxxk.Com]
C. Holidays are happy days but they may bring you weight problems.
D. Physical exercise can reduce the chance of putting on weight.
2.Which of the following can NOT help people to lose weight according to the passage?
A. Eating lean meat. B. Creamy food.
C. Eating raw fruit or vegetables. D. Physical exercise.
3. Many people can' t control their weight during the holidays mainly because they__________.
A. can' t help being tempted to eat constantly B. take part in too many parties
C. enjoy delicious foods sometimes D. can’t help turning away from foods.
4.If the passage appeared(出现) in a newspaper , which section（专栏） is the most suitable one ?
A. Holidays and Festivals section B. Health and Fitness section
C. Fashion section D. Student Times Club section.
5.What is the best title of the passage ?
A. How to avoid holiday feasting and celebrating .
B. Do' s and don' ts for keeping slim and fit.
C. How to avoid weight gain over holidays.
D. Wonderful holidays, boring weight.
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