Many children and teenagers spend large amounts of time playing game．Most of the games have become very complicated and realistic．And while some of them have educational content and promote learning，problem solving and help with the development of motor skills，others emphasize negative themes and promote killing，fighting，criminal behavior and violence in general．

There is growing research on the effects of video games on children．Numerous studies show that video games，especially ones with violent content，make teens more aggressive．Children exposed to violence can become addicted to the horror of violence by imitating they violence they see，and showing more aggressive behavior themselves．Some children accept violence as a way to cope with their own problems．Studies have also shown that the more realistic is the exposure to violence，the more impressed children are．Also，children with emotional，behavioral and learning problems may be more influenced by violent images．Playing video games may increase aggressive behavior because violence is considered an effective teaching method in strengthening learning patterns．

Children and teens who become overly involved with video games，and，therefore，spend large amounts of time playing these games can create problems，such as poor social skills，time absent from home，lower grades at school，less reading less exercising and becoming overweight，aggressive thoughts，behaviors and so on．

Parents are responsible for helping their children in choosing books to read，toys to play with, TV programs and movies to watch，which are appropriate for each particular child．Entertainment materials should be fun，engaging，exciting and educating．Parents should have a good knowledge and understanding of each child so that they can assist them in selecting appropriate learning materials．Parents should invest more of their time playing the games with their children，as well as talking with them about their impressions, thoughts and feelings related to the playing game．They can also engage in a discussion of great values that may．guide the child down a safe road and lead to the development of a moral character．

1．The best title of this passage probably is         ．

  A．The Violence in Video Games     B．The Responsibilities of Parents

C．Children and Video Games        D．The Magic of Video Games

2．Which of the following statements is true according to the passage？

A．Playing too much violent games can make teens addicted to the pleasure of it．

B．Only by exposing to the most realistic violence can video games affect teens badly．

C．Most children addicted to video games will deal with their problems by violence．

D．Children with certain problems are easier to be affected by violent games．

3．The main idea of the third paragraph might be          ．

  A．children spend too much time on video games

  B．the more time teens spend on video games，the worse effect there will be

C．the bad effects caused by video games

D．low grades at school are usually due to video games

4．What should parents do to help their Children according the author

  A．They should respect and love their children．

  B．They should spend more time with their children．

  C．They should have constant discussions，with their children

  D．They should recommend as many entertainment materials as possible

5．It can be inferred from the passage that            ．

A．the author tends to worry about the negative effects of video games on children

B．the author thinks highly of the benefits brought by video games to children

C．strong measures should be taken to prevent video games from spreading out

D．the bad effects of video games will soon be got rid of thanks to the research

Many children and teenagers spend．large amounts of time playing game．Most of the games have become very complicated and realistic．And while some of them have educational content and promote l earning，problem solving and help wit h the development of motor skills，others emphasize negative themes and promote killing，fighting，criminal behavior and violence in general.

     There is growing research-on the effects of video games on children．Numerous studies show that video games，especially ones with violent content，make teens more aggressive. Children exposed to violence can become addicted to the horror of violence by imitating the violence they see，and showing more aggressive behavior themselves．Some children accept violence as a way to cope with their own problems．Studies have also shown that the more realistic is the exposure to violence，the more impressed children are．Also，children with emotional，behavioral and learning problems may be more influenced by violent images．Playing video games may increase aggressive behavior，because violent considered an effective teaching method in strengthening learning patterns．

    Children and teens who become overly Involved with video games，and，therefore，spend large amounts of time playing these games，can create problems，such as poor social skills，time absent from home，lower grades at school，less reading，less exercising and becoming overweight，aggressive thoughts，behaviors and so on．   

    Parents are responsible for helping their children in choosing books to read，toys to play    with，TV programs and movies to watch，which are appropriate for each particular child．Entertainment materials should be fun，engaging，exciting and educating. Parents should have a good knowledge and understanding of each child so that they can assist them in selecting appropriate learning materials．．Parents should invest more of their time playing the  games with their children，as well as talking with them about their impressions，thoughts  and feelings related to the playing game．They can also engage in a discussion of great values that may guide the child down a safe road and lead to the development of a moral character．

1．The best title of this passage probably is           .

    A．The Violence in Video Games             B．The Responsibilities of Parents

    C．Children and Video Games                 D．The Magic of Video Games

2．Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

    A．Playing too much video games can make teens addicted to t he pleasure of it．

    B．Only by exposing to the most realistic violence can video games affect teens badly．

    C．Most children addicted to video games will deal with their problems by violence．

    D．Children with certain．problems are easier to be affected by violent games．

3．The main idea of the third paragraph might be           ．

    A．children spend too much time on video games   

    B．the more time teens spend on video games，the worse effect there will be

    C．the bad effects caused by video games

    D．1ow grades at school are usually due to video games

4．What should parents do to help their children according the author?

    A．They should respect and love their children．

B．They should spend more time with their children   

C．They should have constant discussions with their children

    D．They should recommend as many entertainment materials as possible

5．It can be inferred from the passage that          .

    A．the author tends to worry about the negative effects of video games on children

    B．the author thinks highly of the benefits brought by video games to children

    C．strong measures should be taken to prevent video games from spreading out

    D．the bad effects of video games will soon be got rid of thanks to the research

  “Sesame Street” has been called “the longest street in the world”. That is because the television program by that name can now be seen in so many parts of the world. That program became one of American’s exports soon after it went on the air in New York in 1969.

In the United States more than six million children watch the program regularly. The viewers include more than half the nation’s pre-school children, from every kind of economic(经济的), racial(种族的), and geographical group.

Although some educators object to certain elements in the program, parents praise it highly. Many teachers also consider it a great help, though some teachers find that problems arise when first graders who have learned from “Sesame Street” are in the same class with children who have not watched the program.  

Tests have shown that children from all racial, geographical, and economic backgrounds have benefited from watching it. Those who watch it five times a week learn more than occasional(偶然的) viewers. In the US the program is shown at different hours during the week in order to increase the number of children who can watch it regularly.

The programs all use songs, stories, jokes, and pictures to give children a basic understanding of numbers, letters and human relationships. But there are some differences. For example, the Spanish program, produced in Mexico City, devotes more time to teaching whole words than to teaching separate letters.

Why has “Sesame Street” been so much more successful than other children’s shows? Many reasons have been suggested. People mention the educational theories(理论) of its creators, the support by the government and private(私人的) businesses, and the skillful use of a variety of TV tricks. Perhaps an equally important reason is that mothers watch it along with their children. This is partly because famous adult stars often appear on it. But the best reason for the success of the program may be that it makes every child watching feel able to learn. The child finds himself learning, and he wants to learn more.

40. “Sesame Street” is actually _______.

A. a street in the US                 B. a program for children

C. a program for teachers       D. a program for students

41. Children who often watch the program _______.  

A. can have problems in school       

B. will find it a great help

C. will take no interest in their studies

D. will be well educated

42. Why is “Sesame Street” so popular in the world?

A. Because it is supported by the government and businesses.

B. Because it uses a variety of skillful tricks.

C. Because mothers watch it along with their children.

D. Because it makes every child watching it feel able to learn.

43. The best title for this passage can be _______.

A. TV Programs                                             B. Educating Children

C. Sesame Street                       D. A Great Success

 

  “Sesame Street” has been called “the longest street in the world”. That is because the television program by that name can now be seen in so many parts of the world. That program became one of American’s exports soon after it went on the air in New York in 1969.

In the United States more than six million children watch the program regularly. The viewers include more than half the nation’s pre-school children, from every kind of economic(经济的), racial(种族的), and geographical group.

Although some educators object to certain elements in the program, parents praise it highly. Many teachers also consider it a great help, though some teachers find that problems arise when first graders who have learned from “Sesame Street” are in the same class with children who have not watched the program.  

Tests have shown that children from all racial, geographical, and economic backgrounds have benefited from watching it. Those who watch it five times a week learn more than occasional(偶然的) viewers. In the US the program is shown at different hours during the week in order to increase the number of children who can watch it regularly.

The programs all use songs, stories, jokes, and pictures to give children a basic understanding of numbers, letters and human relationships. But there are some differences. For example, the Spanish program, produced in Mexico City, devotes more time to teaching whole words than to teaching separate letters.

Why has “Sesame Street” been so much more successful than other children’s shows? Many reasons have been suggested. People mention the educational theories(理论) of its creators, the support by the government and private(私人的) businesses, and the skillful use of a variety of TV tricks. Perhaps an equally important reason is that mothers watch it along with their children. This is partly because famous adult stars often appear on it. But the best reason for the success of the program may be that it makes every child watching feel able to learn. The child finds himself learning, and he wants to learn more.

40. “Sesame Street” is actually _______.

A. a street in the US            B. a program for children

C. a program for teachers      D. a program for students

41. Children who often watch the program _______.  

A. can have problems in school    

B. will find it a great help

C. will take no interest in their studies

D. will be well educated

42. Why is “Sesame Street” so popular in the world?

A. Because it is supported by the government and businesses.

B. Because it uses a variety of skillful tricks.

C. Because mothers watch it along with their children.

D. Because it makes every child watching it feel able to learn.

43. The best title for this passage can be _______.

A. TV Programs                                 B. Educating Children

C. Sesame Street                    D. A Great Success

 

 “Sesame Street” has been called “the longest street in the world”. That is because the television program by that name can now be seen in so many parts of the world. That program became one of American’s exports soon after it went on the air in New York in 1969.

In the United States more than six million children watch the program regularly. The viewers include more than half the nation’s pre-school children, from every kind of economic, racial, and geographical group.

Although some educators don’t agree to certain elements in the program, parents praise it highly. Many teachers also consider it a great help, though some teachers find that problems appear when first graders who have learned from “Sesame Street” are in the same class with children who have not watched the program.

Tests have shown that children from all racial, geographical, and economic backgrounds have benefited from watching it. Those who watch it five times a week learn more than occasional(偶然的) viewers. In the US the program is shown at different hours during the week in order to increase the number of children who can watch it regularly.

The programs all use songs, stories, jokes, and pictures to give children a basic understanding of numbers, letters and human relationships. But there are some differences. For example, the Spanish program, produced in Mexico City, devotes more time to teaching whole words than to teaching separate letters.

Why has “Sesame Street” been so much more successful than other children’s shows? Many reasons have been suggested. People mention the educational theories of its creators, the support by the government and private businesses, and the skillful use of a variety of TV tricks. Perhaps an equally important reason is that mothers watch it along with their children. This is partly because famous adult stars often appear on it. But the best reason for the success of the program may be that it makes every child watching feel able to learn. The child finds himself learning, and he wants to learn more.

1. Children who often watch the program _______.

A. can have problems in school                 B. will be well educated

C. will take no interest in their studies          D. have benefited from it

2. What is special about the program?

A. Children learn and enjoy themselves while watching.

B. It makes children feel able to learn.

C. It is shown at different hours during the week.

D. It offers great fun.

3. Why is “Sesame Street” so popular in the world?

A. Because it is supported by the government and businesses.

B. Because it uses a variety of skillful tricks.

C. Because it makes every child watching it feel able to learn.

D. Because mothers watch it along with their children.

4. The best title for this passage can be _ ______.

A. TV Programs                                 B. Sesame Street

C. Educating Children                     D. A Great Success