A growing number of workers at Google Inc., Facebook Inc. and other employers are trading in their sit-down desks for standing ones, saying they feel more comfortable and energized. They also are motivated by medical reports saying that sitting for too long leads to increased health risks.
A standing desk sits high off the floor so a worker can either stand at it or sit on a high stool to use it. Officials at Palo Alto-based Facebook say a number of employees asked about standing desks after news articles were published about the health risks of sitting all day.
The stories cited medical studies that tied excessive sitting to increased obesity and other health problems because of factors including a drop in physical activity. A 2010 study by the American Cancer Society found that women who sat more than six hours a day were 37% more likely to die prematurely than women who sat for less than three hours, while the early-death rate for men was 18% higher. The American College of Cardiology released a study in January that found increased mortality (死亡率) among people who sat longer at home than those who didn't.
No one seems to compile statistics on the standing-desk trend. But anecdotal reports suggest Silicon Valley is embracing the movement.
Facebook officials say they have seen an upsurge in requests for standing desks to five to eight a week with a total of between 200 and 250 deployed (配置) at the company of more than 2,000 employees. Facebook also is trying out a treadmill station ─ where a worker can walk or run on a treadmill while tapping at a computer.
Google spokesman Jordan Newman said that 'many employees at Google opt for standing desks, and we offer them as part of our wellness program' though he said he didn't know the exact number.
Greg Hoy, 39 years old, asked for a standing desk shortly after joining Facebook seven months ago as a design recruiter. 'I don't get the 3 o'clock slump anymore,' he said. 'I feel active all day long.'
【小题1】The underlined word “motivated” in paragraph 1 can be replaced by          .

根据单词首字母或汉语提示，用所学单词的正确形式填空。

1.China has got a good r_______ for fighting against the flu with its careful and smooth organization.

2.As there is less and less coal and oil, scientists are exploring new ways of making use of a________ energy, such as sunlight, wind and water for power and fuel.

3.We arrived at our d_______after traveling across a large mountain.

4.He thought he was likely to become a l_______ figure in the company where he worked.

5.There is a fine little cafe o_______ the cinema. Cross the street and you’ll be there.

6.With the windows _______(测量)，my mother went to buy cloth to make curtains.

7.Unfortunately, he got _______(困住) in the traffic before the interview.

8.The accident was caused by a wrong _______(判断) on the part of the pilot.

9._______(农业) is still largely based on traditional methods in some countries.

10. He was _______(禁止) to leave his room as a punishment.

O. Henry was a pen name used by an American writer for short stories. His 36 name was William Sydney Porter. He was born in North Carolina in 1862. As a young boy he lived an exciting life. He did not go to school for very long, 37 he managed to 38 himself everything he needed to know. When he was about 20 years old, O. Henry 39 to Texas, where he tried different 40. He first worked on a newspaper, and then had a job in a bank. When some money went missing from the bank, O. Henry was believed to have 41 it. Because of that, he was sent to 42. During the three years in prison, he learned to 43 short stories. After he got out of prison, he went to New York and 44 writing. He wrote mostly about New York and the life of the poor there.

 Most of O. Henry's 45 are set in his own time, the early years of the 20th century. Many take place in New York City, and deal for the most part with ordinary 46: clerks, policemen, waitresses. O. Henry's short stories are well known 47 their wit, wordplay, warm characterization and clever twist endings. And his stories were 48 more playful and optimistic. People like his stories, 49 simple as the tales were, they would finish with a sudden change at the 50, to the reader's surprise.

1.  

A. real            B. middle           C. first               D.last

2.

 A. or             B.and               C. for                 D. but

3.

 A. learn          B.teach             C. allow               D. turn

4.

A. went            B. lived             C. stayed             D.left

5.

 A. stories         B. books             C. banks              D. jobs

6.

A. defended        B. stolen             C. preserved         D. reacted

7.  

A.prison           B.homeland         C. neighbourhood        D. jungle

8.

 A.read            B. write              C. tell                 D.take

9.

A. liked           B. believed          C. continued            D.stopped

10.

A. families        B.stories             C.fantasies             D. deeds

11.  

A.things           B. writers            C. people              D. readers

12.  

A. like            B. as                 C. to                  D. for

13.  

A.very             B.less                C. so                  D. much

14.

A. when            B. how                C.because             D. so

15.

A. end             B. last               C. first               D. beginning

Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando in Florida

People say that it is the home of the “Harry Potter Theme Park”. The Wizarding World is the most popular part of the park. Other popular rides include the Adventures of Spider-Man, Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges and the Jurassic Park River Adventure.

It is open from Monday to Saturday. $15.95 for children, 3 to 13 years old; $29.95 for ages 14 and over.

PI-O Indoor Theme Park in Longueuil

The PI-O Indoor Theme Park features(以……为特色) 16 rides, a small sea train, a kid-sized bowling alley(保龄球场), a mirror maze(迷宫), theme rooms which include the Christmas room on-the-sea, and a private reception room.

“I wanted to create a safe environment for kids aged 1 to 10,” explains owner Jocelyne Pinard. She noted how many competing amusement parks have sections that can be unsafe for young kids — such as the “ball rooms” full of loose plastic balls. So this is how it is different from other amusement parks.

Open seven days a week. The admission fees are $16.99 for individuals(个人) and $64 for families.

Legoland Windsor Theme Park in London

Legoland Windsor is the best choice for young families. The park is designed for children from 3 to 12. There are over 50 rides as well as live shows, workshops, and other attractions aimed at younger children, and especially those who are already fond of building-block(积木) toys.

The park is open every single day. Adults: $35; Ages 3-15 and 60+: $26. Buy online and save $3 per person.

Wonder La Theme Park in India

Wonder La is a world-class amusement park. It’s modern, clean and green, and has all kinds of attractions. There are over 50 rides, 12 of which are water based and 9 especially for small children. If you love getting wet, don’t miss the Rain Disco — an indoor dance floor with a rain system that provides showers of warm water to the music.

Monday to Friday 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, Holiday and Festival seasons 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Single adult / child — $13.50; Family ticket (for any four people) — $50.00; Children 3 and under — Free.

1.If Jim is free this Sunday, he can choose to visit the following parks EXCEPT________.

A．Islands of Adventure                     B．PI-O

C．Legoland Windsor                       D．Wonder La

2.How is PI-O Indoor Theme Park mainly different from other parks?

A．It is much safer.                         B．It features more rides.

C．It is much cheaper.                      D．It offers more activities.

3.If a couple want to visit Legoland Windsor Theme Park with their 5-year-old son, how much do they need to pay when booking online?

A．$70.             B．$87.              C．$93.             D．$96.

4.Which of the following about Wonder La Theme Park is NOT true?

A．It is located in India.

B．It is free for children of 3 and under.

C．There are nine rides especially for small children.

D．The Rain Disco lets children enjoy cool showers while dancing.

5.Where is the passage most probably taken?

A．A science magazine.                     B．A text book.

C．A travel guide.                          D．A local newspaper.

【小题1】A high ___________ （比例）of the female staff are part-time workers.
【小题2】American English d___________ from British English in many aspects.
【小题3】His ___(申请)to the company for manager has been refused.
【小题4】The idea o___________ to him in a dream yesterday night.
【小题5】As I ran up the stairs, my foot s___________ and I fell.
【小题6】There will be rain later in c___________ and eastern parts of the country.
【小题7】Shanghai is the __________（商务） heart of the country.
【小题8】We have a___________ a great amount of evidence to accuse the murder.
【小题9】It was _________(显而易见的) from her face that she was really upset.
【小题10】People suffered many ________ (困苦) during that long winter.