Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Do you know of anyone who uses the truth to deceive   ? When someone tells you something that is true, but leaves out important information that should be included, he can give you a false picture.
For example , some might say, "I just won a hundred dollars on the lottery   . It was great. Itook that dollar ticket back to the store and turned it in for one hundred dollars! "
This guy is a winner , right?  Maybe , maybe not. We then discover that he bought  $200 worth oftickets, and only one was a winner. He's really a big loser!
He didn't say anything that was false, but he left out important information on purpose. That's called a half-truth. Half-truths are not technically lies, but they are just as dishonest.
Some politicians often use this trick. Let's say that during Governor Smith's last term, her state lostone million jobs and gained three million jobs. Then she seeks another term. One of her opponents says, " During Governor Smith's term, the state lost one million jobs !" That's true. However, anhonest statement would have been , "During Governor Smith's term, the state had a net gain of two million jobs. "
Advertisers will sometimes use half-truths. It's against the law to make false statements, so they try to mislead you with the truth. An advertisement might say, "Nine out of ten doctors advised their patients to take Yucky Pills to cure toothache." It fails to mention that they only asked ten doctors and nine of them work for the Yucky Company.
This kind of deception happens too often. It's a sad fact of life: Lies are lies, and sometimes the truthcan lie as well.

<question>:
How many examples does the writer give to show how the truth is used to deceive?

<options>:
A one
B Two
C Three
D Four

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Do you know of anyone who uses the truth to deceive   ? When someone tells you something that is true, but leaves out important information that should be included, he can give you a false picture.
For example , some might say, "I just won a hundred dollars on the lottery   . It was great. Itook that dollar ticket back to the store and turned it in for one hundred dollars! "
This guy is a winner , right?  Maybe , maybe not. We then discover that he bought  $200 worth oftickets, and only one was a winner. He's really a big loser!
He didn't say anything that was false, but he left out important information on purpose. That's called a half-truth. Half-truths are not technically lies, but they are just as dishonest.
Some politicians often use this trick. Let's say that during Governor Smith's last term, her state lostone million jobs and gained three million jobs. Then she seeks another term. One of her opponents says, " During Governor Smith's term, the state lost one million jobs !" That's true. However, anhonest statement would have been , "During Governor Smith's term, the state had a net gain of two million jobs. "
Advertisers will sometimes use half-truths. It's against the law to make false statements, so they try to mislead you with the truth. An advertisement might say, "Nine out of ten doctors advised their patients to take Yucky Pills to cure toothache." It fails to mention that they only asked ten doctors and nine of them work for the Yucky Company.
This kind of deception happens too often. It's a sad fact of life: Lies are lies, and sometimes the truthcan lie as well.

<question>:
Which of the following is true according to the passage?

<options>:
A Using half truths is against the law.
B Technically, half truths are in fact lies.
C Yucky Pills is a very good medicine for toothache.
D Governor Smith did a good job during her last term.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
If it really is what's on the inside that counts, then a lot of thin people might be in trouble.
Some doctors now think that the internal  fat surrounding important organs like the heart or liver could be as dangerous as the external fat which can be noticed more easily.
"Being thin doesn't surely mean you are not fat," said Dr Jimmy Bell at Imperial College. Since 1994, Bell and his team have scanned nearly 800 people with MRI machines to create "fat maps" showing where people store fat.
According to the result, people who keep their weight through diet rather than exercise are likely to have major deposits of internal fat, even if they are slim.
Even people with normal Body Mass Index scores can have surprising levels of fat deposits inside. Of the women, as many as 45 percent of those with normal BMI scores (20 to 25) actually had too high levels of internal fat. Among men, the percentage was nearly 60 percent.
According to Bell, people who are fat on the inside are actually on the edge of being fat. They eat too many fatty and sugary foods, but they are not eating enough to be fat. Scientists believe we naturally store fat around the belly first, but at some point, the body may start storing it elsewhere.
Doctors are unsure about the exact dangers of internal fat, but some think it has something to do with heart disease and diabetes. They want to prove that internal fat damages the body's communication systems.
The good news is that internal fat can be easily burned off through exercise or even by improving your diet. "If you want to be healthy, there is no _ . Exercise has to be an important part of your lifestyle," Bell said.

<question>:
According to the pass age, which of the following is WRONG?

<options>:
A People with heart disease all have internal fat.
B People can get rid of internal fat by improving diet.
C Men are more likely to have too much internal fat.
D Exercise can help to reduce the internal fat.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
If it really is what's on the inside that counts, then a lot of thin people might be in trouble.
Some doctors now think that the internal  fat surrounding important organs like the heart or liver could be as dangerous as the external fat which can be noticed more easily.
"Being thin doesn't surely mean you are not fat," said Dr Jimmy Bell at Imperial College. Since 1994, Bell and his team have scanned nearly 800 people with MRI machines to create "fat maps" showing where people store fat.
According to the result, people who keep their weight through diet rather than exercise are likely to have major deposits of internal fat, even if they are slim.
Even people with normal Body Mass Index scores can have surprising levels of fat deposits inside. Of the women, as many as 45 percent of those with normal BMI scores (20 to 25) actually had too high levels of internal fat. Among men, the percentage was nearly 60 percent.
According to Bell, people who are fat on the inside are actually on the edge of being fat. They eat too many fatty and sugary foods, but they are not eating enough to be fat. Scientists believe we naturally store fat around the belly first, but at some point, the body may start storing it elsewhere.
Doctors are unsure about the exact dangers of internal fat, but some think it has something to do with heart disease and diabetes. They want to prove that internal fat damages the body's communication systems.
The good news is that internal fat can be easily burned off through exercise or even by improving your diet. "If you want to be healthy, there is no _ . Exercise has to be an important part of your lifestyle," Bell said.

<question>:
Doctors have found   _  .

<options>:
A the exact dangers of internal fat
B internal fat is the cause of heart disease and diabetes
C being slim doesn't mean you are not fat inside
D being slim is not dangerous at all

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Compared to night owls , people who rise early feel happier and more satisfied with life overall.
But the good news for teenagers is that most people become earlier risers as they age, and this change is also associated with greater feelings of happiness. Researchers at the University of Toronto asked more than 700 people about their preferred time of day and how healthy and happy they generally feel.
They then compared the responses of the group of younger adults aged 17 to  38 with older people ages 59 to 79. Only about seven percent of young adults are morning larks , while by age 60 most people preferred to be up with the dawn. Just seven percent of the oldest people in the study described themselves as night owls.
"We found that older adults reported greater positive emotion than younger adults, and older adults were more likely to be morning - type people than younger adults," study researcher Renee Biss from the University of Toronto reportedly told LiveScience. The "morningness" was associated with greater happiness emotions in both age groups.
Morning trypes also tended to report that they felt healthier than the late risers, according to the study that published in the journal Emition. The researchers said that this apparent health benefit could come from the extra sleep they would enjoy, as their sleeping schedule would fit with society's expectations of rising early for work.
This extra sleep could not only make them feel more clear -mined, but may also  _ their immune system.
"An evening person may go throught their week feeling unhappy because they have to get up earlier than they would like to". But Ms Biss said there was hope for night owls as it was possible for them to turn themselves into morning people.
"One way to do it is to increase your natural light exposure early in the morning, and to wake up earlier and go to bed earlier," she said. "It's easiest if you have a consistent schedule, to make sure you are waking up at the same time every day."

<question>:
From the text we know that earlier risers  _  .

<options>:
A like to stay up late and stay happy
B are more associated with positive feelings
C are among the majority among they your
D are healthier than other people

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Compared to night owls , people who rise early feel happier and more satisfied with life overall.
But the good news for teenagers is that most people become earlier risers as they age, and this change is also associated with greater feelings of happiness. Researchers at the University of Toronto asked more than 700 people about their preferred time of day and how healthy and happy they generally feel.
They then compared the responses of the group of younger adults aged 17 to  38 with older people ages 59 to 79. Only about seven percent of young adults are morning larks , while by age 60 most people preferred to be up with the dawn. Just seven percent of the oldest people in the study described themselves as night owls.
"We found that older adults reported greater positive emotion than younger adults, and older adults were more likely to be morning - type people than younger adults," study researcher Renee Biss from the University of Toronto reportedly told LiveScience. The "morningness" was associated with greater happiness emotions in both age groups.
Morning trypes also tended to report that they felt healthier than the late risers, according to the study that published in the journal Emition. The researchers said that this apparent health benefit could come from the extra sleep they would enjoy, as their sleeping schedule would fit with society's expectations of rising early for work.
This extra sleep could not only make them feel more clear -mined, but may also  _ their immune system.
"An evening person may go throught their week feeling unhappy because they have to get up earlier than they would like to". But Ms Biss said there was hope for night owls as it was possible for them to turn themselves into morning people.
"One way to do it is to increase your natural light exposure early in the morning, and to wake up earlier and go to bed earlier," she said. "It's easiest if you have a consistent schedule, to make sure you are waking up at the same time every day."

<question>:
Which of the following is not the way to turn evening people to morning people?

<options>:
A To sleep with the light on in the morning.
B To fit their schedule with society's expectations.
C To wake up earlier and go to bed earlier.
D To expose themselves to more natural light.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Women are now as likely to use the Internet as men--about two-thirds of both genders, yet a new study shows that gaps remain in what each sex does online.
American men who go online are more likely than women to check the weather, the news, sports, political and financial information, the Pew Internet and American Life Project reported Wednesday. They are also more likely to use the Internet to download music and software and to take a class.
Online women, meanwhile, are bigger users of e-mail, and they are also more likely to go online for religious information and support for health or personal problems.
"For men, it's just, 'give me the facts,'" said Deborah Fallows, who wrote the report based on six years of Pew surveys, "For women, its 'Let's talk about this. Are you worried about this problem?' It's keeping in touch and connecting with people in a richer way."
About two- thirds of the 6,403 adults surveyed by Pew during 2005 said they use the Internet. By gender, it was 68%of the male respondents, and 66%of the female participants---a statistically insignificant difference given the study's margin of sampling error of plus or minus 2%points. In 2002, by contrast, the gap was slightly larger: 61%vs. 57%.
The surveys find that for many activities, such as getting travel information or looking up a phone number, men and women are equally likely to use the Internet.

<question>:
According to the passage, which of the following is not what American men who go online do?

<options>:
A Checking the weather and the news.
B Searching for religious information.
C Downloading some music.
D Taking a class.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Women are now as likely to use the Internet as men--about two-thirds of both genders, yet a new study shows that gaps remain in what each sex does online.
American men who go online are more likely than women to check the weather, the news, sports, political and financial information, the Pew Internet and American Life Project reported Wednesday. They are also more likely to use the Internet to download music and software and to take a class.
Online women, meanwhile, are bigger users of e-mail, and they are also more likely to go online for religious information and support for health or personal problems.
"For men, it's just, 'give me the facts,'" said Deborah Fallows, who wrote the report based on six years of Pew surveys, "For women, its 'Let's talk about this. Are you worried about this problem?' It's keeping in touch and connecting with people in a richer way."
About two- thirds of the 6,403 adults surveyed by Pew during 2005 said they use the Internet. By gender, it was 68%of the male respondents, and 66%of the female participants---a statistically insignificant difference given the study's margin of sampling error of plus or minus 2%points. In 2002, by contrast, the gap was slightly larger: 61%vs. 57%.
The surveys find that for many activities, such as getting travel information or looking up a phone number, men and women are equally likely to use the Internet.

<question>:
What is the probable meaning of the sentence "gaps remain in what each sex does online"?

<options>:
A There are some difference between men and women in the US.
B There is a slight difference between the numbers of men and women online in the US.
C Men and women in the US have difference tastes about what they do online.
D Men and women in the US have difference way of surfing the Internet.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Women are now as likely to use the Internet as men--about two-thirds of both genders, yet a new study shows that gaps remain in what each sex does online.
American men who go online are more likely than women to check the weather, the news, sports, political and financial information, the Pew Internet and American Life Project reported Wednesday. They are also more likely to use the Internet to download music and software and to take a class.
Online women, meanwhile, are bigger users of e-mail, and they are also more likely to go online for religious information and support for health or personal problems.
"For men, it's just, 'give me the facts,'" said Deborah Fallows, who wrote the report based on six years of Pew surveys, "For women, its 'Let's talk about this. Are you worried about this problem?' It's keeping in touch and connecting with people in a richer way."
About two- thirds of the 6,403 adults surveyed by Pew during 2005 said they use the Internet. By gender, it was 68%of the male respondents, and 66%of the female participants---a statistically insignificant difference given the study's margin of sampling error of plus or minus 2%points. In 2002, by contrast, the gap was slightly larger: 61%vs. 57%.
The surveys find that for many activities, such as getting travel information or looking up a phone number, men and women are equally likely to use the Internet.

<question>:
Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

<options>:
A A small part of women in the US go on line today.
B Women in the US going on line are only concerned with personal problems.
C Men are still more likely to use the Internet than women.
D The gap between both sexes going online in 2002 was slightly larger than that in 2005.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Women are now as likely to use the Internet as men--about two-thirds of both genders, yet a new study shows that gaps remain in what each sex does online.
American men who go online are more likely than women to check the weather, the news, sports, political and financial information, the Pew Internet and American Life Project reported Wednesday. They are also more likely to use the Internet to download music and software and to take a class.
Online women, meanwhile, are bigger users of e-mail, and they are also more likely to go online for religious information and support for health or personal problems.
"For men, it's just, 'give me the facts,'" said Deborah Fallows, who wrote the report based on six years of Pew surveys, "For women, its 'Let's talk about this. Are you worried about this problem?' It's keeping in touch and connecting with people in a richer way."
About two- thirds of the 6,403 adults surveyed by Pew during 2005 said they use the Internet. By gender, it was 68%of the male respondents, and 66%of the female participants---a statistically insignificant difference given the study's margin of sampling error of plus or minus 2%points. In 2002, by contrast, the gap was slightly larger: 61%vs. 57%.
The surveys find that for many activities, such as getting travel information or looking up a phone number, men and women are equally likely to use the Internet.

<question>:
What's the author's purpose of writing the article?

<options>:
A To tell us the different aims of men and women in the US who go online.
B To show why men and women are equally likely to use the Internet.
C To teach us how to surf the Internet.
D To offer us some information of both sexes' going online in the US.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Since 1989, Dave Thomas , who died at age 69 ,was one of the most recognizable faces on TV . He appeared in more than 800 commercials  for the hamburger chain named for his daughter ,"As long as it works ," he said in 1991 , "I'll continue to do those commercials ."
   Even though he was successful, Thomas remained troubled by his childhood. "He still won't let anyone see his feet ,which are out of shape because he never had proper-fitting shoes ," Wendy said in 1993. Born to a single mother , he was adopted as a baby by Rex and Auleva Thomas of Kalamazoo in Michigan . After Auleva died when he was 5, Thomas spent years on the road as Rex traveled around seeking construction work ."He fed me ,"Thomas said ,"and if I got out of line , he'd beat me ."
   Moving out on his own at 15 ,Thomas worked , first as a waiter ,in many restaurants .But he had something much better in mind ."I thought if I owned a restaurant ,"he said ,"I could eat for free." A 1956 meeting with Harland Sanders led Thomas to a career as the manager of a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant that made him a millionaire in 1968.
   In 1969, after breaking with Sanders, Thomas started the first Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers , in Columbus ,Ohio ,which set itself apart by serving made-to -order burgers .With 6,000 restaurants worldwide ,the chair now makes $ 6 billion a year in sales .
Although troubled by his own experience with adoption ,Thomas , married since 1954 to Lorraine ,66 ,and with four grown kids besides Wendy ,felt it could offer a future for other children . He started the Dave Thomas Foundation  for Adoption in 1992.
In 1993, Thomas ,who had left school at 15, graduated from Coconut Greek High School in Florida . He even took Lorraine to the graduation dance party .The kids voted him Most Likely to Succeed .
"The Dave you saw on TV was the real Dave," says friends Pat Williams ."He wasn't a great actor or a great speaker. _ "

<question>:
What is the article mainly about ?

<options>:
A The life of Dave Thomas .
B The dream of Dave Thomas.
C The schooling of Dave Thomas.
D The growth of Dave Thomas's business.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Since 1989, Dave Thomas , who died at age 69 ,was one of the most recognizable faces on TV . He appeared in more than 800 commercials  for the hamburger chain named for his daughter ,"As long as it works ," he said in 1991 , "I'll continue to do those commercials ."
   Even though he was successful, Thomas remained troubled by his childhood. "He still won't let anyone see his feet ,which are out of shape because he never had proper-fitting shoes ," Wendy said in 1993. Born to a single mother , he was adopted as a baby by Rex and Auleva Thomas of Kalamazoo in Michigan . After Auleva died when he was 5, Thomas spent years on the road as Rex traveled around seeking construction work ."He fed me ,"Thomas said ,"and if I got out of line , he'd beat me ."
   Moving out on his own at 15 ,Thomas worked , first as a waiter ,in many restaurants .But he had something much better in mind ."I thought if I owned a restaurant ,"he said ,"I could eat for free." A 1956 meeting with Harland Sanders led Thomas to a career as the manager of a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant that made him a millionaire in 1968.
   In 1969, after breaking with Sanders, Thomas started the first Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers , in Columbus ,Ohio ,which set itself apart by serving made-to -order burgers .With 6,000 restaurants worldwide ,the chair now makes $ 6 billion a year in sales .
Although troubled by his own experience with adoption ,Thomas , married since 1954 to Lorraine ,66 ,and with four grown kids besides Wendy ,felt it could offer a future for other children . He started the Dave Thomas Foundation  for Adoption in 1992.
In 1993, Thomas ,who had left school at 15, graduated from Coconut Greek High School in Florida . He even took Lorraine to the graduation dance party .The kids voted him Most Likely to Succeed .
"The Dave you saw on TV was the real Dave," says friends Pat Williams ."He wasn't a great actor or a great speaker. _ "

<question>:
What do we know about his childhood ?

<options>:
A He lived a poor life
B He had caring parents
C He stayed in one place
D He didn't go to school

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Since 1989, Dave Thomas , who died at age 69 ,was one of the most recognizable faces on TV . He appeared in more than 800 commercials  for the hamburger chain named for his daughter ,"As long as it works ," he said in 1991 , "I'll continue to do those commercials ."
   Even though he was successful, Thomas remained troubled by his childhood. "He still won't let anyone see his feet ,which are out of shape because he never had proper-fitting shoes ," Wendy said in 1993. Born to a single mother , he was adopted as a baby by Rex and Auleva Thomas of Kalamazoo in Michigan . After Auleva died when he was 5, Thomas spent years on the road as Rex traveled around seeking construction work ."He fed me ,"Thomas said ,"and if I got out of line , he'd beat me ."
   Moving out on his own at 15 ,Thomas worked , first as a waiter ,in many restaurants .But he had something much better in mind ."I thought if I owned a restaurant ,"he said ,"I could eat for free." A 1956 meeting with Harland Sanders led Thomas to a career as the manager of a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant that made him a millionaire in 1968.
   In 1969, after breaking with Sanders, Thomas started the first Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers , in Columbus ,Ohio ,which set itself apart by serving made-to -order burgers .With 6,000 restaurants worldwide ,the chair now makes $ 6 billion a year in sales .
Although troubled by his own experience with adoption ,Thomas , married since 1954 to Lorraine ,66 ,and with four grown kids besides Wendy ,felt it could offer a future for other children . He started the Dave Thomas Foundation  for Adoption in 1992.
In 1993, Thomas ,who had left school at 15, graduated from Coconut Greek High School in Florida . He even took Lorraine to the graduation dance party .The kids voted him Most Likely to Succeed .
"The Dave you saw on TV was the real Dave," says friends Pat Williams ."He wasn't a great actor or a great speaker. _ "

<question>:
What is the name of Dave Thomas's business ?

<options>:
A Thomas's
B Wendy's
C Lorraine's
D Rex's

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Drunk driving  has become a serious problem in China. According to the Ministry of Public Security , the police caught more than half a million drunk drivers in 2010. On the night of May 9.2011. musician Gao Xiaosong ran his car into three other cars in Beijing because he drank too much wine. He was punished  under China's new drunk driving law that came into use on May 1.2011.
  The new law sees drunk driving as a crime . In the west, drunk driving is also a crime. In the US, for example, if the police catch a drunk driver, the driver will pay  _ , lose his or her license and even go to prison . If the driver wants to drive again, he or she has to do public service, and take part in educational programs.
  You may think: drunk driving is crime? Isn't this law too unkind? But experts say: not at all. They think it is to protect people's tights to life and health. Drunk driving is very dangerous!

<question>:
Mr. Gao ran his car into three other cars because   _  .

<options>:
A he went home too late
B he drank too much wine
C the road was too crowded
D he was sleepy

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Drunk driving  has become a serious problem in China. According to the Ministry of Public Security , the police caught more than half a million drunk drivers in 2010. On the night of May 9.2011. musician Gao Xiaosong ran his car into three other cars in Beijing because he drank too much wine. He was punished  under China's new drunk driving law that came into use on May 1.2011.
  The new law sees drunk driving as a crime . In the west, drunk driving is also a crime. In the US, for example, if the police catch a drunk driver, the driver will pay  _ , lose his or her license and even go to prison . If the driver wants to drive again, he or she has to do public service, and take part in educational programs.
  You may think: drunk driving is crime? Isn't this law too unkind? But experts say: not at all. They think it is to protect people's tights to life and health. Drunk driving is very dangerous!

<question>:
When do experts think of the new law?

<options>:
A The law is to protect people's rights to life and health
B The law is not kind to drunk drivers
C Driving has become a serious problem
D Drunk driving is very dangerous

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Drunk driving  has become a serious problem in China. According to the Ministry of Public Security , the police caught more than half a million drunk drivers in 2010. On the night of May 9.2011. musician Gao Xiaosong ran his car into three other cars in Beijing because he drank too much wine. He was punished  under China's new drunk driving law that came into use on May 1.2011.
  The new law sees drunk driving as a crime . In the west, drunk driving is also a crime. In the US, for example, if the police catch a drunk driver, the driver will pay  _ , lose his or her license and even go to prison . If the driver wants to drive again, he or she has to do public service, and take part in educational programs.
  You may think: drunk driving is crime? Isn't this law too unkind? But experts say: not at all. They think it is to protect people's tights to life and health. Drunk driving is very dangerous!

<question>:
Which of the following sentence is TRUE?

<options>:
A Drunk driving isn't dangerous
B In the US, drunk drivers will lose their licenses
C The police caught less than half a million drunk drivers in 2010
D In China, drunk driving is not a crime

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
In the competition of Olympic weightlifting,the athletes try to lift the maximum   weight they can. There are special conditions they have to meet in order to compete:body weight,height and strength.
The Olympic weightlifting mainly tests the limit of explosive strength  .There are not many lifters who really like Olympic weightlifting and the explanation is very simple:they are short of explosive strength.
The weights used for Olympic weightlifting are added in kilograms. The order by which the athletes enter the competition is not general,but it is set depending on the event. Usually the athlete with the lowest weight begins. If he/she is not successful,he/she can try later. There is a maximum of three lifts allowed for every competition.
For many years Olympic weightlifting was only for men. However,now women also take part in Olympic weightlifting. It was at the beginning of the 21st century that women's competitions entered an organized professional environment. For women,Olympic weightlifting is more difficult because of their different body structure. However,strength training techniques   are widely and successfully used by women,too.
Lots of the athletes who've ended up in Olympic weightlifting competitions have started with strength training only to improve their muscle condition and their body power. However,the demarcation line   is not still very clear between power training and Olympic weightlifting. This is how so many lifters have got into Olympic weightlifting competition,even if their purpose was different at the beginning.

<question>:
In the competition of Olympic weightlifting,athletes need to be all of the following EXCEPT  _  .

<options>:
A the right age
B the right height
C the right weight
D the right strength

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
In the competition of Olympic weightlifting,the athletes try to lift the maximum   weight they can. There are special conditions they have to meet in order to compete:body weight,height and strength.
The Olympic weightlifting mainly tests the limit of explosive strength  .There are not many lifters who really like Olympic weightlifting and the explanation is very simple:they are short of explosive strength.
The weights used for Olympic weightlifting are added in kilograms. The order by which the athletes enter the competition is not general,but it is set depending on the event. Usually the athlete with the lowest weight begins. If he/she is not successful,he/she can try later. There is a maximum of three lifts allowed for every competition.
For many years Olympic weightlifting was only for men. However,now women also take part in Olympic weightlifting. It was at the beginning of the 21st century that women's competitions entered an organized professional environment. For women,Olympic weightlifting is more difficult because of their different body structure. However,strength training techniques   are widely and successfully used by women,too.
Lots of the athletes who've ended up in Olympic weightlifting competitions have started with strength training only to improve their muscle condition and their body power. However,the demarcation line   is not still very clear between power training and Olympic weightlifting. This is how so many lifters have got into Olympic weightlifting competition,even if their purpose was different at the beginning.

<question>:
How many more times can a lifter try if he/she fails for the first time?

<options>:
A One.
B Two.
C Three.
D Four.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
In the competition of Olympic weightlifting,the athletes try to lift the maximum   weight they can. There are special conditions they have to meet in order to compete:body weight,height and strength.
The Olympic weightlifting mainly tests the limit of explosive strength  .There are not many lifters who really like Olympic weightlifting and the explanation is very simple:they are short of explosive strength.
The weights used for Olympic weightlifting are added in kilograms. The order by which the athletes enter the competition is not general,but it is set depending on the event. Usually the athlete with the lowest weight begins. If he/she is not successful,he/she can try later. There is a maximum of three lifts allowed for every competition.
For many years Olympic weightlifting was only for men. However,now women also take part in Olympic weightlifting. It was at the beginning of the 21st century that women's competitions entered an organized professional environment. For women,Olympic weightlifting is more difficult because of their different body structure. However,strength training techniques   are widely and successfully used by women,too.
Lots of the athletes who've ended up in Olympic weightlifting competitions have started with strength training only to improve their muscle condition and their body power. However,the demarcation line   is not still very clear between power training and Olympic weightlifting. This is how so many lifters have got into Olympic weightlifting competition,even if their purpose was different at the beginning.

<question>:
According to the passage,many athletes began to practice weightlifting because they  wanted to  _  .

<options>:
A take part in the Olympics
B get a reward in the competition
C strengthen their body power
D test the limit of explosive strength

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
New Zealand fishermen caught what may prove to be a world-record-breaking colossal squid  .
In the cold, dark waters of the Antarctic hides a creature with eight arms, two super long tentacles   and eyes as big as dinner plates. Sound like something out of a science fiction movie? Think again.
On February 21, New Zealand fishermen landed a colossal squid the length of a school bus. They had been fishing with long lines for Chilean sea bass   in the waters off the coast of New Zealand when they caught the rare squid. With two hours of hard work, the crew skillfully pulled the creature into a net and dragged it aboard their ship.
Scientists estimate   that the animal weighs about a half ton and is about 40 feet long. That would make this colossal squid the biggest on record.
First identified in 1925 after two tentacles were found in a whale's stomach, the colossal squid has long been a mystery. The animals are not easy to observe because they can go down to ocean depths of 6,500 feet. What scientists do know from studying the bodies of a half dozen colossal squids is that they are fierce hunters.
The recently captured colossal squid has been frozen to keep it for scientific study. It will be transported to New Zealand's national museum, Te Papa, in the capital city of Wellington. Experts believe it to be the first adult male ever caught undamaged. Scientists hope to learn more about the colossal squid's diet, behavior and reproductive   patterns.
"Scientists will be very interested in this amazing creature," said New Zealand Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton. "It adds immeasurably to our understanding of the marine environment."

<question>:
Why is it usually difficult for experts to observe the squid?

<options>:
A Because it moves too fast.
B Because it is too large.
C Because it is very dangerous.
D Because it can go down to deep ocean.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
New Zealand fishermen caught what may prove to be a world-record-breaking colossal squid  .
In the cold, dark waters of the Antarctic hides a creature with eight arms, two super long tentacles   and eyes as big as dinner plates. Sound like something out of a science fiction movie? Think again.
On February 21, New Zealand fishermen landed a colossal squid the length of a school bus. They had been fishing with long lines for Chilean sea bass   in the waters off the coast of New Zealand when they caught the rare squid. With two hours of hard work, the crew skillfully pulled the creature into a net and dragged it aboard their ship.
Scientists estimate   that the animal weighs about a half ton and is about 40 feet long. That would make this colossal squid the biggest on record.
First identified in 1925 after two tentacles were found in a whale's stomach, the colossal squid has long been a mystery. The animals are not easy to observe because they can go down to ocean depths of 6,500 feet. What scientists do know from studying the bodies of a half dozen colossal squids is that they are fierce hunters.
The recently captured colossal squid has been frozen to keep it for scientific study. It will be transported to New Zealand's national museum, Te Papa, in the capital city of Wellington. Experts believe it to be the first adult male ever caught undamaged. Scientists hope to learn more about the colossal squid's diet, behavior and reproductive   patterns.
"Scientists will be very interested in this amazing creature," said New Zealand Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton. "It adds immeasurably to our understanding of the marine environment."

<question>:
What can be inferred from the passage?

<options>:
A The squid is from a science fiction story.
B The fishermen often meet colossal squids.
C Scientists know much about the colossal squid.
D The fishermen had some difficulty catching the large squid.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
New Zealand fishermen caught what may prove to be a world-record-breaking colossal squid  .
In the cold, dark waters of the Antarctic hides a creature with eight arms, two super long tentacles   and eyes as big as dinner plates. Sound like something out of a science fiction movie? Think again.
On February 21, New Zealand fishermen landed a colossal squid the length of a school bus. They had been fishing with long lines for Chilean sea bass   in the waters off the coast of New Zealand when they caught the rare squid. With two hours of hard work, the crew skillfully pulled the creature into a net and dragged it aboard their ship.
Scientists estimate   that the animal weighs about a half ton and is about 40 feet long. That would make this colossal squid the biggest on record.
First identified in 1925 after two tentacles were found in a whale's stomach, the colossal squid has long been a mystery. The animals are not easy to observe because they can go down to ocean depths of 6,500 feet. What scientists do know from studying the bodies of a half dozen colossal squids is that they are fierce hunters.
The recently captured colossal squid has been frozen to keep it for scientific study. It will be transported to New Zealand's national museum, Te Papa, in the capital city of Wellington. Experts believe it to be the first adult male ever caught undamaged. Scientists hope to learn more about the colossal squid's diet, behavior and reproductive   patterns.
"Scientists will be very interested in this amazing creature," said New Zealand Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton. "It adds immeasurably to our understanding of the marine environment."

<question>:
What's the purpose of catching such a huge squid?

<options>:
A To make it into food.
B To set a world record.
C To do research on it.
D To display it for visitors.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
New Zealand fishermen caught what may prove to be a world-record-breaking colossal squid  .
In the cold, dark waters of the Antarctic hides a creature with eight arms, two super long tentacles   and eyes as big as dinner plates. Sound like something out of a science fiction movie? Think again.
On February 21, New Zealand fishermen landed a colossal squid the length of a school bus. They had been fishing with long lines for Chilean sea bass   in the waters off the coast of New Zealand when they caught the rare squid. With two hours of hard work, the crew skillfully pulled the creature into a net and dragged it aboard their ship.
Scientists estimate   that the animal weighs about a half ton and is about 40 feet long. That would make this colossal squid the biggest on record.
First identified in 1925 after two tentacles were found in a whale's stomach, the colossal squid has long been a mystery. The animals are not easy to observe because they can go down to ocean depths of 6,500 feet. What scientists do know from studying the bodies of a half dozen colossal squids is that they are fierce hunters.
The recently captured colossal squid has been frozen to keep it for scientific study. It will be transported to New Zealand's national museum, Te Papa, in the capital city of Wellington. Experts believe it to be the first adult male ever caught undamaged. Scientists hope to learn more about the colossal squid's diet, behavior and reproductive   patterns.
"Scientists will be very interested in this amazing creature," said New Zealand Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton. "It adds immeasurably to our understanding of the marine environment."

<question>:
What would be the best title for the passage?

<options>:
A The biggest squid ever found
B Scientific research on squid
C The lifestyle of the colossal squid
D How the fishermen caught the squid

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
3D cinema has been around since the early 20th century, but Hollywood brought the technology back In 2007. Many thought it was just a trick to make more money. But then came Avatar, the first must-see movie in 3D.
But since Avatar, 3D cinema has struggled. In 2010, several 3D movies bombed at the box office. And by late 2010, Some people said the technology was dead. Of course, this isn't the first time Hollywood has struggled with new technology. Although sound was added to movies in the late 1920s, it took audiences time to get used to the new technology. But in the end, sound and color became the standard. James Cameron, director of Avatar, thinks we're going through the same process with 3D.
Some say cinemas are charging too much for 3D movies. In the US, seeing a 3D movie can cost up to $7.5 more than seeing it in 2D. Also, a recent study at California State University found audiences don't actually enjoy movies in 3D any more than in 2D. Walter Murch , a famous movie editor, wrote in 2011 that human beings have no ability to process 3D images. Watching a 3D movie confuses our brain and this is why some people get headaches.
But James Cameron disagrees. In fact, he recently predicted that in five years all movies will be in 3D. And there are signs that 3D is fighting back. More 3D movies were put on the market in 2012 than ever before. The Lion King 3D recently made over US $150 million at the box office, and Cameron's Titanic 3D made even more.
Who knows what the future holds for 3D? Steven Spielberg recently said, 'Tm hoping 3D gets to a point where people dorft notice it. Because then it just becomes another tool and helps tell a story."

<question>:
The example of sound and color is used mainly to show that  _  .

<options>:
A Hollywood tends to absorb what is new
B 3D technology takes time to be accepted
C Hollywood struggles with new technology
D high technology helps to make better movies

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
3D cinema has been around since the early 20th century, but Hollywood brought the technology back In 2007. Many thought it was just a trick to make more money. But then came Avatar, the first must-see movie in 3D.
But since Avatar, 3D cinema has struggled. In 2010, several 3D movies bombed at the box office. And by late 2010, Some people said the technology was dead. Of course, this isn't the first time Hollywood has struggled with new technology. Although sound was added to movies in the late 1920s, it took audiences time to get used to the new technology. But in the end, sound and color became the standard. James Cameron, director of Avatar, thinks we're going through the same process with 3D.
Some say cinemas are charging too much for 3D movies. In the US, seeing a 3D movie can cost up to $7.5 more than seeing it in 2D. Also, a recent study at California State University found audiences don't actually enjoy movies in 3D any more than in 2D. Walter Murch , a famous movie editor, wrote in 2011 that human beings have no ability to process 3D images. Watching a 3D movie confuses our brain and this is why some people get headaches.
But James Cameron disagrees. In fact, he recently predicted that in five years all movies will be in 3D. And there are signs that 3D is fighting back. More 3D movies were put on the market in 2012 than ever before. The Lion King 3D recently made over US $150 million at the box office, and Cameron's Titanic 3D made even more.
Who knows what the future holds for 3D? Steven Spielberg recently said, 'Tm hoping 3D gets to a point where people dorft notice it. Because then it just becomes another tool and helps tell a story."

<question>:
In Walter Murch7S opinion, 3D movies  _  .

<options>:
A bring moviemakers great profits
B are more expensive than 2D movies
C do great harm to people's health
D are unsuitable for people to watch

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
3D cinema has been around since the early 20th century, but Hollywood brought the technology back In 2007. Many thought it was just a trick to make more money. But then came Avatar, the first must-see movie in 3D.
But since Avatar, 3D cinema has struggled. In 2010, several 3D movies bombed at the box office. And by late 2010, Some people said the technology was dead. Of course, this isn't the first time Hollywood has struggled with new technology. Although sound was added to movies in the late 1920s, it took audiences time to get used to the new technology. But in the end, sound and color became the standard. James Cameron, director of Avatar, thinks we're going through the same process with 3D.
Some say cinemas are charging too much for 3D movies. In the US, seeing a 3D movie can cost up to $7.5 more than seeing it in 2D. Also, a recent study at California State University found audiences don't actually enjoy movies in 3D any more than in 2D. Walter Murch , a famous movie editor, wrote in 2011 that human beings have no ability to process 3D images. Watching a 3D movie confuses our brain and this is why some people get headaches.
But James Cameron disagrees. In fact, he recently predicted that in five years all movies will be in 3D. And there are signs that 3D is fighting back. More 3D movies were put on the market in 2012 than ever before. The Lion King 3D recently made over US $150 million at the box office, and Cameron's Titanic 3D made even more.
Who knows what the future holds for 3D? Steven Spielberg recently said, 'Tm hoping 3D gets to a point where people dorft notice it. Because then it just becomes another tool and helps tell a story."

<question>:
What can we learn from the text?

<options>:
A Avatar was the first 3D movie.
B 3D cinema has existed for years.
C Titanic 3D has made the most money.
D 2012 witnessed the coming of 3D's time.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
I can't count how many times people have complained, while shaking their heads in obvious disappointment,"just don't know what is with teenagers today."
The other day I was in my car on my way to the farmers market when I passed two teens standing by the side of the road with a car washing sign. My car was _ and my heart was full, so I pulled over. There was a group directing the cars and another group spraying them down. As sponges  were wiped over every square inch of my dirty car, I sat enjoying the little water bottles. I was amazed at why forty to fifty teenagers had devoted their Saturday to washing cars.
After I handed them a twenty-dollar bill I asked what they were raising money for. They explained to me that a friend of theirs, C.T.Schmitz, had recently died of cancer. He was only fifteen years old. He had gone to school with a lot of the teenagers who were there that day and each of them had memories of a boy sweeter than any they had known. His friend Kevin had decided to put this car wash together because he wanted to honor his friend and also bring together his classmates with his boy scout troop . He told me that they wanted to plant a tree in front of their school and if they raised enough money they would put a plaque  there also. Both would be in memory of their friend C.T.
They handed me a bag of homemade cookies with my receipt  saying"Thanks for helping us plant a tree of C.T."
Yeah! I don't know what is with teenagers today!

<question>:
From the passage we can know that the boys were raising money to   _  .

<options>:
A buy a plaque for their school .
B help those who suffered from cancer.
C first plant a tree in memory of their friend.
D put a plaque near their friend's home

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
I can't count how many times people have complained, while shaking their heads in obvious disappointment,"just don't know what is with teenagers today."
The other day I was in my car on my way to the farmers market when I passed two teens standing by the side of the road with a car washing sign. My car was _ and my heart was full, so I pulled over. There was a group directing the cars and another group spraying them down. As sponges  were wiped over every square inch of my dirty car, I sat enjoying the little water bottles. I was amazed at why forty to fifty teenagers had devoted their Saturday to washing cars.
After I handed them a twenty-dollar bill I asked what they were raising money for. They explained to me that a friend of theirs, C.T.Schmitz, had recently died of cancer. He was only fifteen years old. He had gone to school with a lot of the teenagers who were there that day and each of them had memories of a boy sweeter than any they had known. His friend Kevin had decided to put this car wash together because he wanted to honor his friend and also bring together his classmates with his boy scout troop . He told me that they wanted to plant a tree in front of their school and if they raised enough money they would put a plaque  there also. Both would be in memory of their friend C.T.
They handed me a bag of homemade cookies with my receipt  saying"Thanks for helping us plant a tree of C.T."
Yeah! I don't know what is with teenagers today!

<question>:
From the passage, we can infer that C.T.Schmitz was   _  .

<options>:
A kind-hearted but lonely
B brave and popular with his classmates
C shy and sensitive
D a boy you can get a good impression of

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
I can't count how many times people have complained, while shaking their heads in obvious disappointment,"just don't know what is with teenagers today."
The other day I was in my car on my way to the farmers market when I passed two teens standing by the side of the road with a car washing sign. My car was _ and my heart was full, so I pulled over. There was a group directing the cars and another group spraying them down. As sponges  were wiped over every square inch of my dirty car, I sat enjoying the little water bottles. I was amazed at why forty to fifty teenagers had devoted their Saturday to washing cars.
After I handed them a twenty-dollar bill I asked what they were raising money for. They explained to me that a friend of theirs, C.T.Schmitz, had recently died of cancer. He was only fifteen years old. He had gone to school with a lot of the teenagers who were there that day and each of them had memories of a boy sweeter than any they had known. His friend Kevin had decided to put this car wash together because he wanted to honor his friend and also bring together his classmates with his boy scout troop . He told me that they wanted to plant a tree in front of their school and if they raised enough money they would put a plaque  there also. Both would be in memory of their friend C.T.
They handed me a bag of homemade cookies with my receipt  saying"Thanks for helping us plant a tree of C.T."
Yeah! I don't know what is with teenagers today!

<question>:
What would be the best title for the passage?

<options>:
A Teenagers Today
B A Special Day
C My view on Teenagers
D An Exciting Experience

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
"Get out of the plane!" Justin shouted. Teddy and he dropped to the ground...
When Kathy and Victor reached the edge of the meadow, flames of the fire were shooting more than five meters into the air.
Kathy couldn't believe what she was seeing.One glance told her they needed medical attention immediately.She questioned Victor, "Are you able to find someone nearby for help?"
"There are no farmers, nor villagers nearby," he replied.
"I'm a distance runner, and I'll go for help." Looking at the seriously injured men, Kathy said to Victor, "It may take me several hours to get out." She started out.
When she was 23, Kathy set a women's record in a Marathon of 42 kilometers. _ She had nearly 30 kilometers of hard wilderness to cover to get help.
Kathy had been running for two hours.This was far back into the wilderness.The country path was growing vague.She stopped to take a quick compass reading.Yes, she had run almost for more than 20 kilometers.Her heart fell, her muscle aching.And finally she saw her car in the distance.
She jumped into the car and sped away.She reached a holiday house and called the police.
During the wait, she walked around, relaxing her legs and drinking water. It took almost two hours for a police helicopter to reach her at the trail end.They needed her for one more task.

<question>:
Who actually had the airplane accident?

<options>:
A Justin and Teddy
B Kathy and Victor
C Justin himself
D Kathy herself

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
"Get out of the plane!" Justin shouted. Teddy and he dropped to the ground...
When Kathy and Victor reached the edge of the meadow, flames of the fire were shooting more than five meters into the air.
Kathy couldn't believe what she was seeing.One glance told her they needed medical attention immediately.She questioned Victor, "Are you able to find someone nearby for help?"
"There are no farmers, nor villagers nearby," he replied.
"I'm a distance runner, and I'll go for help." Looking at the seriously injured men, Kathy said to Victor, "It may take me several hours to get out." She started out.
When she was 23, Kathy set a women's record in a Marathon of 42 kilometers. _ She had nearly 30 kilometers of hard wilderness to cover to get help.
Kathy had been running for two hours.This was far back into the wilderness.The country path was growing vague.She stopped to take a quick compass reading.Yes, she had run almost for more than 20 kilometers.Her heart fell, her muscle aching.And finally she saw her car in the distance.
She jumped into the car and sped away.She reached a holiday house and called the police.
During the wait, she walked around, relaxing her legs and drinking water. It took almost two hours for a police helicopter to reach her at the trail end.They needed her for one more task.

<question>:
Kathy stopped to have a look at her compass because   _  .

<options>:
A she wasn't sure of her own memory
B she had completely lost her way
C the country path was getting vague
D there was only the wilderness

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
"Get out of the plane!" Justin shouted. Teddy and he dropped to the ground...
When Kathy and Victor reached the edge of the meadow, flames of the fire were shooting more than five meters into the air.
Kathy couldn't believe what she was seeing.One glance told her they needed medical attention immediately.She questioned Victor, "Are you able to find someone nearby for help?"
"There are no farmers, nor villagers nearby," he replied.
"I'm a distance runner, and I'll go for help." Looking at the seriously injured men, Kathy said to Victor, "It may take me several hours to get out." She started out.
When she was 23, Kathy set a women's record in a Marathon of 42 kilometers. _ She had nearly 30 kilometers of hard wilderness to cover to get help.
Kathy had been running for two hours.This was far back into the wilderness.The country path was growing vague.She stopped to take a quick compass reading.Yes, she had run almost for more than 20 kilometers.Her heart fell, her muscle aching.And finally she saw her car in the distance.
She jumped into the car and sped away.She reached a holiday house and called the police.
During the wait, she walked around, relaxing her legs and drinking water. It took almost two hours for a police helicopter to reach her at the trail end.They needed her for one more task.

<question>:
What do you think Kathy's final task would be?

<options>:
A Giving the injured food and drinks.
B Showing the police the crash site.
C Going back to put out the big fire.
D Taking the injured to the hospital.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The child of today owes much of its pleasant school life to the work of Maria Montessori and others who felt as she did.
 Maria Montessori was born in 1870 in northern prefix = st1 /Italy. Both her parents were well educated.
 While Maria was a student, she took great interest in the study of the particular nature of the child's mind. It came to her that small children should have freedom  to learn.
 Maria became a doctor and a professor at RomeUniversity. In 1907, after working with backward students, she was given a chance to try out her ideas on children. There were sixty children, aged three to six, in the Children's House. The rooms were bright and color1ful. Maria let the children make their own choice of what they wanted to do and work with their own speed. They became busy, peaceful and happy.
  Maria Montessori was one of the world's great teachers. She traveled in Europe, Americaand Far East. She thought that true education, providing  for the real needs of the child, would produce wise and happy grown-ups and therefore a peaceful world. Her original way of education has changed our whole idea of what childhood is.
  Maria Montessori died in Hollandat the age of eighty-two.

<question>:
The short passage is mainly about .

<options>:
A the education of backward students
B a new idea of education
C the importance of proper education
D the life of Maria Montessori

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The child of today owes much of its pleasant school life to the work of Maria Montessori and others who felt as she did.
 Maria Montessori was born in 1870 in northern prefix = st1 /Italy. Both her parents were well educated.
 While Maria was a student, she took great interest in the study of the particular nature of the child's mind. It came to her that small children should have freedom  to learn.
 Maria became a doctor and a professor at RomeUniversity. In 1907, after working with backward students, she was given a chance to try out her ideas on children. There were sixty children, aged three to six, in the Children's House. The rooms were bright and color1ful. Maria let the children make their own choice of what they wanted to do and work with their own speed. They became busy, peaceful and happy.
  Maria Montessori was one of the world's great teachers. She traveled in Europe, Americaand Far East. She thought that true education, providing  for the real needs of the child, would produce wise and happy grown-ups and therefore a peaceful world. Her original way of education has changed our whole idea of what childhood is.
  Maria Montessori died in Hollandat the age of eighty-two.

<question>:
Maria traveled a lot in the world to .

<options>:
A teach the backward students
B enjoy her life in real nature
C spread her ideas of teaching
D study the situation of education

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The child of today owes much of its pleasant school life to the work of Maria Montessori and others who felt as she did.
 Maria Montessori was born in 1870 in northern prefix = st1 /Italy. Both her parents were well educated.
 While Maria was a student, she took great interest in the study of the particular nature of the child's mind. It came to her that small children should have freedom  to learn.
 Maria became a doctor and a professor at RomeUniversity. In 1907, after working with backward students, she was given a chance to try out her ideas on children. There were sixty children, aged three to six, in the Children's House. The rooms were bright and color1ful. Maria let the children make their own choice of what they wanted to do and work with their own speed. They became busy, peaceful and happy.
  Maria Montessori was one of the world's great teachers. She traveled in Europe, Americaand Far East. She thought that true education, providing  for the real needs of the child, would produce wise and happy grown-ups and therefore a peaceful world. Her original way of education has changed our whole idea of what childhood is.
  Maria Montessori died in Hollandat the age of eighty-two.

<question>:
In what way did Maria teach the children in the Children's House?

<options>:
A She taught them the best way of learning well.
B She let them learn in a very pleasant way.
C She taught them by showing them how to do things.
D She just let them choose the most interesting subjects.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The child of today owes much of its pleasant school life to the work of Maria Montessori and others who felt as she did.
 Maria Montessori was born in 1870 in northern prefix = st1 /Italy. Both her parents were well educated.
 While Maria was a student, she took great interest in the study of the particular nature of the child's mind. It came to her that small children should have freedom  to learn.
 Maria became a doctor and a professor at RomeUniversity. In 1907, after working with backward students, she was given a chance to try out her ideas on children. There were sixty children, aged three to six, in the Children's House. The rooms were bright and color1ful. Maria let the children make their own choice of what they wanted to do and work with their own speed. They became busy, peaceful and happy.
  Maria Montessori was one of the world's great teachers. She traveled in Europe, Americaand Far East. She thought that true education, providing  for the real needs of the child, would produce wise and happy grown-ups and therefore a peaceful world. Her original way of education has changed our whole idea of what childhood is.
  Maria Montessori died in Hollandat the age of eighty-two.

<question>:
We learn from the passage that   _  .

<options>:
A Maria left her homeland in order to study abroad
B Maria didn't get married
C Maria's own parents were her teachers
D Maria fully understood the child's mind

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The child of today owes much of its pleasant school life to the work of Maria Montessori and others who felt as she did.
 Maria Montessori was born in 1870 in northern prefix = st1 /Italy. Both her parents were well educated.
 While Maria was a student, she took great interest in the study of the particular nature of the child's mind. It came to her that small children should have freedom  to learn.
 Maria became a doctor and a professor at RomeUniversity. In 1907, after working with backward students, she was given a chance to try out her ideas on children. There were sixty children, aged three to six, in the Children's House. The rooms were bright and color1ful. Maria let the children make their own choice of what they wanted to do and work with their own speed. They became busy, peaceful and happy.
  Maria Montessori was one of the world's great teachers. She traveled in Europe, Americaand Far East. She thought that true education, providing  for the real needs of the child, would produce wise and happy grown-ups and therefore a peaceful world. Her original way of education has changed our whole idea of what childhood is.
  Maria Montessori died in Hollandat the age of eighty-two.

<question>:
Which of the following best explains why Maria was one of the world's great teachers?

<options>:
A She created a new way in teaching, which changed the old idea of children's education.
B She taught the backward students very successfully and produced a peaceful world.
C She showed great love for the children and trained them in a new way.
D She taught backward students in many different countries and let them learn freely.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The sea has always interested man. From it he can get food, minerals, and treasure. For thousands of years, he could sail on it. But he could not go far beneath its surface.
Man wants to explore deep into the sea. However, he is not a fish. He must breathe air, so he can't stay under the water's surface for any length of time. To explore deep water, man faces even more dangers and problems.
A diver who wants to stay under water for more than a few minutes must breathe air or a special mixture of gases. He can wear a diving suit and have air pumped to him from above. He can carry a tank of air on his back and breathe through a nose and a mouthpiece. Water weighs 800 times as much as air. Tons of water pushes against a diver deep in the sea. His body is under great pressure.
When a diver is under great pressure, his blood takes in some of the gases he breathes. As he rises to surface, the water pressure becomes less. If the diver rises too quickly, the gases in his blood form bubbles. The diver is then suffering from the bends. The bends can cause a diver to double up in pain. They can even kill him.

<question>:
On the whole, this passage is about   _  .

<options>:
A special mixtures of gases in deep sea
B the problems man faces in deep sea diving
C air pressure under the surface of sea water
D a kind of illness that man suffers in the sea

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The sea has always interested man. From it he can get food, minerals, and treasure. For thousands of years, he could sail on it. But he could not go far beneath its surface.
Man wants to explore deep into the sea. However, he is not a fish. He must breathe air, so he can't stay under the water's surface for any length of time. To explore deep water, man faces even more dangers and problems.
A diver who wants to stay under water for more than a few minutes must breathe air or a special mixture of gases. He can wear a diving suit and have air pumped to him from above. He can carry a tank of air on his back and breathe through a nose and a mouthpiece. Water weighs 800 times as much as air. Tons of water pushes against a diver deep in the sea. His body is under great pressure.
When a diver is under great pressure, his blood takes in some of the gases he breathes. As he rises to surface, the water pressure becomes less. If the diver rises too quickly, the gases in his blood form bubbles. The diver is then suffering from the bends. The bends can cause a diver to double up in pain. They can even kill him.

<question>:
The passage does not say so, but it makes you think that   _  .

<options>:
A deep divers should be in good health
B divers explore the deep sea only for treasure
C diving under the water too quickly causes a kind of illness
D there is a special mixture of gases under the sea

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The sea has always interested man. From it he can get food, minerals, and treasure. For thousands of years, he could sail on it. But he could not go far beneath its surface.
Man wants to explore deep into the sea. However, he is not a fish. He must breathe air, so he can't stay under the water's surface for any length of time. To explore deep water, man faces even more dangers and problems.
A diver who wants to stay under water for more than a few minutes must breathe air or a special mixture of gases. He can wear a diving suit and have air pumped to him from above. He can carry a tank of air on his back and breathe through a nose and a mouthpiece. Water weighs 800 times as much as air. Tons of water pushes against a diver deep in the sea. His body is under great pressure.
When a diver is under great pressure, his blood takes in some of the gases he breathes. As he rises to surface, the water pressure becomes less. If the diver rises too quickly, the gases in his blood form bubbles. The diver is then suffering from the bends. The bends can cause a diver to double up in pain. They can even kill him.

<question>:
From the passage we can see that   _  .

<options>:
A the sea began to interest man a few years ago
B man is not at home deep in the sea
C all divers will get the bends sooner or later
D the air in the sea water will kill a diver if he is not careful

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Experts from nearly 200 countries have spent the past two weeks in Warsaw, Poland. More than 9, 000 representatives gathered for a United Nations conference on climate change. Organizers called the meeting to work toward a treaty to fight rising temperatures on our planet. The treaty would be signed in 2015 and take effect after 2020.
    In the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency is leading government efforts to fight climate change. The agency just ended a series of public hearings across the country. The EPA was seeking comments as it considers tightening clean air rules for coal burning power plants.
    David Doniger is a climate policy expert. He says it is the duty of the EPA to control carbon as a pollutant. He wants the agency to establish new rules that would move the United States toward a cleaner energy environment.
     "No one is coming up with standards that would knock out all those power plants. We're   talking about a shift from the dirtier ones to the cleaner ones, and from all those fossil fuel- powered ones towards renewable and even nuclear sources of energy. "
    He says the government is responsible for protecting clean air ,not protecting old and dirty  power stations. He says, "That's the only way that we can continue to have the way of life we want without running into the wall on climate change impacts, which in turn will destroy the quality of life we have."
    The EPA is now considering comments from the nationwide hearings. The agency plans to announce proposed rule changes in June.

<question>:
The United Nations conference was held to   _  .

<options>:
A gather opinions from the representatives
B make plans for nearly 200 countries
C deal with the warming climate
D call for protection of wildlife

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Experts from nearly 200 countries have spent the past two weeks in Warsaw, Poland. More than 9, 000 representatives gathered for a United Nations conference on climate change. Organizers called the meeting to work toward a treaty to fight rising temperatures on our planet. The treaty would be signed in 2015 and take effect after 2020.
    In the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency is leading government efforts to fight climate change. The agency just ended a series of public hearings across the country. The EPA was seeking comments as it considers tightening clean air rules for coal burning power plants.
    David Doniger is a climate policy expert. He says it is the duty of the EPA to control carbon as a pollutant. He wants the agency to establish new rules that would move the United States toward a cleaner energy environment.
     "No one is coming up with standards that would knock out all those power plants. We're   talking about a shift from the dirtier ones to the cleaner ones, and from all those fossil fuel- powered ones towards renewable and even nuclear sources of energy. "
    He says the government is responsible for protecting clean air ,not protecting old and dirty  power stations. He says, "That's the only way that we can continue to have the way of life we want without running into the wall on climate change impacts, which in turn will destroy the quality of life we have."
    The EPA is now considering comments from the nationwide hearings. The agency plans to announce proposed rule changes in June.

<question>:
What action will the EPA take to fight climate change?

<options>:
A Make more strict rules to limit coal power plants.
B Develop more nuclear sources of energy.
C Accept the opinions of the Americans.
D Close those power plants which pollute the air most.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
As the pace of life continues to increase, we are fast losing the art of relaxation. Once you are in the habit of rushing through life,being on the go from morning till night,it is hard to slow down. But relaxation is necessary for a healthy mind and body.
Stress is a natural part of everyday life and there is no way to avoid it. In fact,it is not the bad thing it is often supposed to be. A certain amount of stress is vital to provide motivation and give purpose to life. It is only when the stress gets out of control that it can lead to poor performance and ill health.
The amount of stress a person can bear depends very much on the individual. Some people are not afraid of stressand such characters are obviously important material for managerial responsibilities. Others lose heart at the first signs of unusual difficulties. When exposed to stressin whatever formwe react both chemically and physically. In fact we make choices between "fight" and "flight" and in more ancient days the choice made the difference between life and death. The crises  we meet today are unlikely to be so extreme,but however little the stress,it involves the same response. It is when _ lasts long,through continued exposure to stressthat health becomes endangered. Such serious conditions as high blood pressure and heart disease have established links with stress. Since we cannot remove stress from our lives(it would be unwise to do so even if we could),we need to find ways to deal with it.

<question>:
People are finding less and less time for relaxing themselves because  _  .

<options>:
A they are travelling fast all the time
B they are becoming busier with their work
C they do not know how to enjoy themselves
D they do not believe that relaxation is important for health

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
As the pace of life continues to increase, we are fast losing the art of relaxation. Once you are in the habit of rushing through life,being on the go from morning till night,it is hard to slow down. But relaxation is necessary for a healthy mind and body.
Stress is a natural part of everyday life and there is no way to avoid it. In fact,it is not the bad thing it is often supposed to be. A certain amount of stress is vital to provide motivation and give purpose to life. It is only when the stress gets out of control that it can lead to poor performance and ill health.
The amount of stress a person can bear depends very much on the individual. Some people are not afraid of stressand such characters are obviously important material for managerial responsibilities. Others lose heart at the first signs of unusual difficulties. When exposed to stressin whatever formwe react both chemically and physically. In fact we make choices between "fight" and "flight" and in more ancient days the choice made the difference between life and death. The crises  we meet today are unlikely to be so extreme,but however little the stress,it involves the same response. It is when _ lasts long,through continued exposure to stressthat health becomes endangered. Such serious conditions as high blood pressure and heart disease have established links with stress. Since we cannot remove stress from our lives(it would be unwise to do so even if we could),we need to find ways to deal with it.

<question>:
We can learn from the text that   _  .

<options>:
A stress is always harmful to people
B we can find some ways to avoidstress
C different people can bear different amounts of stress
D it is easy to change the habit of keeping oneself busy with work

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
As the pace of life continues to increase, we are fast losing the art of relaxation. Once you are in the habit of rushing through life,being on the go from morning till night,it is hard to slow down. But relaxation is necessary for a healthy mind and body.
Stress is a natural part of everyday life and there is no way to avoid it. In fact,it is not the bad thing it is often supposed to be. A certain amount of stress is vital to provide motivation and give purpose to life. It is only when the stress gets out of control that it can lead to poor performance and ill health.
The amount of stress a person can bear depends very much on the individual. Some people are not afraid of stressand such characters are obviously important material for managerial responsibilities. Others lose heart at the first signs of unusual difficulties. When exposed to stressin whatever formwe react both chemically and physically. In fact we make choices between "fight" and "flight" and in more ancient days the choice made the difference between life and death. The crises  we meet today are unlikely to be so extreme,but however little the stress,it involves the same response. It is when _ lasts long,through continued exposure to stressthat health becomes endangered. Such serious conditions as high blood pressure and heart disease have established links with stress. Since we cannot remove stress from our lives(it would be unwise to do so even if we could),we need to find ways to deal with it.

<question>:
What would the passage deal with,if it were to continue?

<options>:
A How to keep mentally fit.
B Why we have a tight schedule.
C How to handle stress correctly.
D How we can benefit from stress.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Around four years ago, I received a call from the principal of our school as to the "Parents View" talk the next morning. He asked me to speak to the group. After the call, my whole body became feverish and panicky. The time from his call to the next morning seemed like years. The whole night, I could not sleep with many _ in mind. One of them was to call the principal with regret and tell him that I could not come. Finally, I gathered some courage. I thought, "If I miss this opportunity, surely the school will never invite me again to any of their programs."
I reached the school in time. Before my turn came, my whole body was trembling. When my turn came and I started speaking, my heartbeat increased and my mouth went dry. I wasn't even able to read the written speech properly. I was not aware of where I was standing and what I was reading. That was the day when I realized my biggest weakness, Public Speaking.
After my speech, I met with the principal and explained what happened to me. He told me that this happens to everyone. Even great speaker, faced the same things when they started. He suggested that I come again next time.
Around one month later, I was invited to refer to a topic on Motivation. This time I was feeling comfortable. My speech was not only appreciated by the principal as well as the teachers, because I was able to get my idea across to them. They encouraged and praised my efforts.
After delivering is successfully, I became more confident .l said to myself, "If I can speak in front of such a learned audience, like the principal who educates others, I can now speak in front of others too."
I started delivering lectures in my plant, on various topics like Self Motivation, Personality Development, Personal Excellence, Spoken English and Presentation Skills. This has become a passion for me. I learned that everything is possible if we have the courage to take the first step.

<question>:
Which of the following is the hest title for the passage?

<options>:
A Practice Makes a Man a Better Speechmaker
B Public Speaking Makes a Man Embarrassed.
C Principal Provides the Best Chances.
D Spoken English Develops in Malting Speeches.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Around four years ago, I received a call from the principal of our school as to the "Parents View" talk the next morning. He asked me to speak to the group. After the call, my whole body became feverish and panicky. The time from his call to the next morning seemed like years. The whole night, I could not sleep with many _ in mind. One of them was to call the principal with regret and tell him that I could not come. Finally, I gathered some courage. I thought, "If I miss this opportunity, surely the school will never invite me again to any of their programs."
I reached the school in time. Before my turn came, my whole body was trembling. When my turn came and I started speaking, my heartbeat increased and my mouth went dry. I wasn't even able to read the written speech properly. I was not aware of where I was standing and what I was reading. That was the day when I realized my biggest weakness, Public Speaking.
After my speech, I met with the principal and explained what happened to me. He told me that this happens to everyone. Even great speaker, faced the same things when they started. He suggested that I come again next time.
Around one month later, I was invited to refer to a topic on Motivation. This time I was feeling comfortable. My speech was not only appreciated by the principal as well as the teachers, because I was able to get my idea across to them. They encouraged and praised my efforts.
After delivering is successfully, I became more confident .l said to myself, "If I can speak in front of such a learned audience, like the principal who educates others, I can now speak in front of others too."
I started delivering lectures in my plant, on various topics like Self Motivation, Personality Development, Personal Excellence, Spoken English and Presentation Skills. This has become a passion for me. I learned that everything is possible if we have the courage to take the first step.

<question>:
The author had bad feelings before the speech because  _  .

<options>:
A he disliked the idea of giving a lecture
B he had got a high fever before that
C he regretted accepting the invitation
D he feared he couldn't perform it properly

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Around four years ago, I received a call from the principal of our school as to the "Parents View" talk the next morning. He asked me to speak to the group. After the call, my whole body became feverish and panicky. The time from his call to the next morning seemed like years. The whole night, I could not sleep with many _ in mind. One of them was to call the principal with regret and tell him that I could not come. Finally, I gathered some courage. I thought, "If I miss this opportunity, surely the school will never invite me again to any of their programs."
I reached the school in time. Before my turn came, my whole body was trembling. When my turn came and I started speaking, my heartbeat increased and my mouth went dry. I wasn't even able to read the written speech properly. I was not aware of where I was standing and what I was reading. That was the day when I realized my biggest weakness, Public Speaking.
After my speech, I met with the principal and explained what happened to me. He told me that this happens to everyone. Even great speaker, faced the same things when they started. He suggested that I come again next time.
Around one month later, I was invited to refer to a topic on Motivation. This time I was feeling comfortable. My speech was not only appreciated by the principal as well as the teachers, because I was able to get my idea across to them. They encouraged and praised my efforts.
After delivering is successfully, I became more confident .l said to myself, "If I can speak in front of such a learned audience, like the principal who educates others, I can now speak in front of others too."
I started delivering lectures in my plant, on various topics like Self Motivation, Personality Development, Personal Excellence, Spoken English and Presentation Skills. This has become a passion for me. I learned that everything is possible if we have the courage to take the first step.

<question>:
What can we conclude from the passage?

<options>:
A Nothing is to be got without pains but poverty.
B Knowledge makes humble, ignorance makes proud.
C A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
D Necessity is the mother of invention.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The deadliest Ebola outbreak in history that has so far killed almost 1000 people in Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Nigeria in West Africa has caused fear around the world.
The outbreak is unprecedented both in infection numbers and in geographic scope. Officials from the World Health Organization (WHO) said earlier this month the outbreak "is moving faster than our efforts to control it", reported CNN. So far, the battle against the virus doesn't appear to be slowing down.
The Ebola virus is terrifying no matter where it strikes: It's a disease with no cure that causes headaches and fever, severe diarrhea , vomiting and bleeding and has been known to kill up to 90 percent of its victims.
It is understandable for people to be panicked, but those living outside Africa shouldn't be particularly concerned about contracting the virus, says aWashington Postarticle.
This is because transmission of Ebola requires direct contact with an infected person's blood, vomit or other bodily fluids during the period that he or she is contagious . It is something that is extremely unlikely for anyone but healthcare workers. The virus is not spread by coughing or sneezing.
Media outlets in the US and the UK are using terrifying headlines, wrongly claiming that people infected with the virus have traveled to their countries.
James Ball atThe Guardiansays the Ebola outbreak in Africa is tragic, but it is important to _ Other infectious diseases, including common influenza, are far, far deadlier.

<question>:
What does the author say about the Ebola outbreak in West Africa?

<options>:
A It has caused thousands of African deaths.
B Its spreading speed is beyond people's imagination.
C It has already traveled to the US and the UK.
D The fight against it is slowing down.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The deadliest Ebola outbreak in history that has so far killed almost 1000 people in Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Nigeria in West Africa has caused fear around the world.
The outbreak is unprecedented both in infection numbers and in geographic scope. Officials from the World Health Organization (WHO) said earlier this month the outbreak "is moving faster than our efforts to control it", reported CNN. So far, the battle against the virus doesn't appear to be slowing down.
The Ebola virus is terrifying no matter where it strikes: It's a disease with no cure that causes headaches and fever, severe diarrhea , vomiting and bleeding and has been known to kill up to 90 percent of its victims.
It is understandable for people to be panicked, but those living outside Africa shouldn't be particularly concerned about contracting the virus, says aWashington Postarticle.
This is because transmission of Ebola requires direct contact with an infected person's blood, vomit or other bodily fluids during the period that he or she is contagious . It is something that is extremely unlikely for anyone but healthcare workers. The virus is not spread by coughing or sneezing.
Media outlets in the US and the UK are using terrifying headlines, wrongly claiming that people infected with the virus have traveled to their countries.
James Ball atThe Guardiansays the Ebola outbreak in Africa is tragic, but it is important to _ Other infectious diseases, including common influenza, are far, far deadlier.

<question>:
The Ebola virus is terrifying because   _  .

<options>:
A it cannot be cured at the moment
B it is easily infected
C it spreads faster than any other infectious disease
D it has caused more deaths than other infectious diseases

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The deadliest Ebola outbreak in history that has so far killed almost 1000 people in Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Nigeria in West Africa has caused fear around the world.
The outbreak is unprecedented both in infection numbers and in geographic scope. Officials from the World Health Organization (WHO) said earlier this month the outbreak "is moving faster than our efforts to control it", reported CNN. So far, the battle against the virus doesn't appear to be slowing down.
The Ebola virus is terrifying no matter where it strikes: It's a disease with no cure that causes headaches and fever, severe diarrhea , vomiting and bleeding and has been known to kill up to 90 percent of its victims.
It is understandable for people to be panicked, but those living outside Africa shouldn't be particularly concerned about contracting the virus, says aWashington Postarticle.
This is because transmission of Ebola requires direct contact with an infected person's blood, vomit or other bodily fluids during the period that he or she is contagious . It is something that is extremely unlikely for anyone but healthcare workers. The virus is not spread by coughing or sneezing.
Media outlets in the US and the UK are using terrifying headlines, wrongly claiming that people infected with the virus have traveled to their countries.
James Ball atThe Guardiansays the Ebola outbreak in Africa is tragic, but it is important to _ Other infectious diseases, including common influenza, are far, far deadlier.

<question>:
What is the author's attitude towards people's panic?

<options>:
A Objective.
B Supportive.
C Doubtful.
D Understandable.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Occasionally , life can be impossibly difficult , and it can be hard to keep going . But you always have a choice .
In 2012 , I got a call from my family to say that my father's cancer had fiercely progressed . He died only six months later . My father was a complete inspiration to me . He was always so strong that I honestly thought he would come back to life . I couldn't believe I would never again hug him .
Shortly after that , my oldest sister complained of a backache . The doctors discovered that she had highly advanced cancer in her bones and that there was nothing they could do . She died a month later . She was my favorite person in the whole world . I never thought I would have to live without her . I was overcome by the shock and extreme heartbreak . Then , something was wrong with my knees and I ended up in the hospital myself .
I remember lying in the hospital bed , looking up at the ceiling and seeing my sister's beautiful face . I realized that night that I had a choice . I could end my life or I could live it . I looked in my sister's eyes and decided not to go with her just yet . I decided to stay and complete  my journey here . I also decided that I would live the life that I  ly love .
I now live in an adorable cottage with an amazing boyfriend . I spend quality time with the rest of my precious family and cherish every moment I have with them . I connect with my heart often to ensure that I am following my joy . I love myself more deeply every day . Not a day goes by when I don't miss my father's huge character or my beloved sister's gentle eyes , but I know that I will be with them one day . What I have now is so precious that I must grasp the joy in every moment I can .
You choose life every day . But do you choose the life that you love every day ?

<question>:
From the passage we can learn that the author once suffered from   _   .

<options>:
A a heart attack
B a backache
C a knee problem
D a bone cancer

<answer>: