Passage 1
Dr. Max, a hospital doctor, author, and columnist currently working full - time in mental health for the NHS, has something to say about adversity and resilience. He's always skeptical of the common saying, “If it doesn't kill you, it'll make you stronger.” He points out that there are many horrible things like polio and whiplash that can leave people scarred even if they survive, which challenges this seemingly simplistic view.
Max believes that the phrase “If it doesn't kill you, it'll make you stronger” is a tired cliché. He gives an example of people using this phrase inappropriately in supermarkets after something bad has happened. They don't really know what else to say and end up making the situation a bit awkward. In reality, some experiences are just truly awful and don't necessarily lead to strength - building.
For many years, Max worked in a specialist NHS clinic for people with eating disorders, a group of conditions that are greatly misunderstood. People often wrongly assume that eating disorders are just about vanity, but in fact, they usually involve issues of control and many patients have a history of profound trauma or emotional difficulties. Eating disorders have one of the highest mortality rates among mental illnesses, with one in five patients with an eating disorder dying from it. The treatment for eating disorders is long and arduous, indicating that it's a serious matter that shouldn't be taken lightly.
Despite the harsh reality of some situations, Max also saw in his work that many patients with eating disorders would share how their experiences, though difficult, had also brought about certain changes. This shows that even in the face of such adversity, there can be unexpected aspects to consider.
What is Dr. Max's attitude towards the saying “If it doesn't kill you, it'll make you stronger”
A. Supportive.
B. Skeptical.
C. Indifferent.
D. Positive.
Why does Dr. Max think the saying is a cliché
A. Because it is often used in the supermarket.
B. Because it is too simple to understand.
C. Because it is not suitable for all terrible experiences.
D. Because it can make people feel awkward.
What can we learn about eating disorders from the passage
A. They are mainly about people's vanity.
B. They have the highest mortality rate among all illnesses.
C. They are easily treated and cured.
D. They are related to control issues and past traumas for many patients.
What is the main idea of the passage
A. The importance of resilience in life.
B. Dr. Max's view on adversity and a specific mental health issue.
C. The misunderstanding of eating disorders.
D. How to deal with adversity in a proper way.
答案
B
解析：根据文章第二段 “He's always skeptical of the common saying, ‘If it doesn't kill you, it'll make you stronger.’” 可知，Max 医生对这句俗语持怀疑态度，B 选项正确。A 选项 “支持的”、C 选项 “漠不关心的”、D 选项 “积极的” 均不符合文意。
C
解析：从文章第二段 “He points out that there are many horrible things like polio and whiplash that can leave people scarred even if they survive, which challenges this seemingly simplistic view.” 以及第三段内容可知，Max 医生认为这句俗语是陈词滥调，是因为它并不适用于所有可怕的经历，有些经历即便没有危及生命，也只会给人留下创伤，而不是让人变得更强，C 选项正确。A 选项 “在超市使用” 只是例子；B 选项 “难以理解” 错误；D 选项 “让人尴尬” 不是根本原因。
D
解析：依据文章第三段 “People often wrongly assume that eating disorders are just about vanity, but in fact, they usually involve issues of control and many patients have a history of profound trauma or emotional difficulties.” 可知，对于很多患者来说，饮食失调与控制问题以及过去的创伤有关，D 选项正确。A 选项与原文相悖；B 选项 “所有疾病中死亡率最高” 错误，原文是 “在精神疾病中死亡率高”；C 选项 “容易治疗和治愈” 与原文中 “治疗漫长而艰巨” 不符。
B
解析：文章主要阐述了 Max 医生对 “大难不死，必有后福” 这句俗语的看法，即对逆境的观点，还介绍了他在治疗饮食失调患者工作中的发现，也就是关于一种特定的心理健康问题的内容，B 选项符合主旨。A 选项 “韧性的重要性” 不是重点；C 选项 “对饮食失调的误解” 只是部分内容；D 选项 “如何正确应对逆境” 文中未提及。
Passage 2
In recent years, the concept of “reducetarianism” has emerged in the world of food and diet. Brian Kateman, the author of The Reducetarian Solution, first coined the term “reducetarian” in 2015. A reducetarian is someone who aims to reduce their meat consumption, and according to Kateman, cutting meat intake by just ten percent is enough to be considered one.
Reducetarianism differs from the all - or - nothing approach of vegetarianism. Instead, it provides a flexible framework for people to gradually decrease their meat consumption. This concept is gaining popularity as more people become aware of the health benefits associated with a diet lower in meat, as well as the environmental and ethical reasons for reducing meat intake.
The Reducetarian Foundation (RF) plays an important role in promoting this lifestyle. It encourages people to make “healthy, sustainable, and compassionate food choices” and conducts research to find the most effective ways to motivate people to eat less meat. In their first in - house study, they discovered that by reading a news article, individuals were inspired to adjust their meat - eating habits and change their views on animal treatment within the factory farming and food production system, at least for a short period of up to five weeks.
Although vegetarianism remains a minority choice globally, the trend of eating less meat is on the rise. In many countries, an increasing number of people are choosing meat - free or plant - based meals more often. And becoming a reducetarian is quite simple. As RF suggests, it can be as easy as committing to eating less meat over the next 30 days.
What is a reducetarian according to the text
A. Someone who never eats meat.
B. A person who only eats plant - based food.
C. One who reduces meat consumption by at least 10%.
D. A vegetarian who occasionally eats meat.
What is special about reducetarianism compared with vegetarianism
A. It is a more all - or - nothing approach.
B. It offers a more flexible way to cut meat intake.
C. It has a stricter standard for food choices.
D. It is more popular among the public.
What can we learn from the first in - house study of the Reducetarian Foundation
A. Reading can change people's eating habits completely.
B. People's views on animal treatment can't be changed.
C. A news article can influence people's meat - eating behavior.
D. The effect of the study can last for a long time.
What is the main idea of the passage
A. The difference between reducetarianism and vegetarianism.
B. The reasons for people to choose a meat - free diet.
C. The rise of the reducetarian lifestyle.
D. The role of the Reducetarian Foundation.
答案
C
解析：根据文章第二段 “A reducetarian is someone who aims to reduce their meat consumption, and according to Kateman, cutting meat intake by just ten percent is enough to be considered one.” 可知，减少肉食者是指将肉类摄入量减少至少 10% 的人，C 选项正确。A 选项是素食主义者；B 选项表述过于绝对；D 选项与原文不符。
B
解析：从文章第三段 “Reducetarianism differs from the all - or - nothing approach of vegetarianism. Instead, it provides a flexible framework for people to gradually decrease their meat consumption.” 可知，与素食主义非此即彼的方式不同，减少肉食主义提供了更灵活的减少肉类摄入的方式，B 选项正确。A 选项与原文相悖；C 选项文中未提及；D 选项文中只是说减少肉食主义越来越受欢迎，并未与素食主义比较谁更受欢迎。
C
解析：依据文章第四段 “In their first in - house study, they discovered that by reading a news article, individuals were inspired to adjust their meat - eating habits and change their views on animal treatment within the factory farming and food production system, at least for a short period of up to five weeks.” 可知，一篇新闻文章可以影响人们的肉食行为，C 选项正确。A 选项 “完全改变” 过于绝对；B 选项与原文不符；D 选项 “长期持续” 错误。
C
解析：文章主要介绍了 “减少肉食主义” 这一概念的出现、特点，相关组织的推动以及这种生活方式越来越受欢迎的趋势，整体围绕减少肉食者这种生活方式的兴起展开，C 选项符合主旨。A、B、D 选项都只是文章的部分内容。
七选五
Vertigo can be a really uncomfortable experience, especially when it's caused by Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). But don't worry, there are ways to treat it at home. 1_____
For the most common vertigo type, BPPV, your GP may suggest the Epley manoeuvre. It's a series of movements that can help relieve the symptoms. Here's how to do it.
First, sit on your bed. This is the starting position. 2 ____This initial movement is important as it sets the stage for the following steps.
Next, keeping your head turned, lie back so your head hangs off the edge of the bed. This might feel a bit strange at first, but it's a key part of the manoeuvre. 3_____
After that, slowly turn your head 90° to the opposite side. As you do this, be careful and take your time. 4_____Then, rotate your body so it's aligned with your head. This step requires some coordination. 5
Finally, using your arm for support, sit upright while keeping your head turned. Remember, if you can, have someone sit with you in case you experience vertigo while working through the movements. With these steps, you can try to ease the discomfort of BPPV at home.
A. This position change can help move the tiny crystals in your inner ear that are causing the vertigo.
B. And turn your head 45° towards the affected side.
C. The Epley manoeuvre is a simple yet effective way to deal with BPPV.
D. It's a good idea to practice these movements a few times a day.
E. Make sure to hold this position for 30 to 60 seconds as instructed.
F. This movement helps continue the process of repositioning those troublesome crystals.
G. Now, let's learn about an at - home treatment method that can be very helpful.
答案
G
解析：前文提到眩晕以及有在家治疗的方法，G 选项 “Now, let's learn about an at - home treatment method that can be very helpful.”（现在，让我们来了解一种非常有用的在家治疗方法）起到引出下文具体治疗方法的过渡作用，符合语境。
B
解析：该段讲第一步坐在床上，B 选项 “And turn your head 45° towards the affected side.”（将头向受影响的一侧转动 45 度）与前文衔接，说明了坐在床上后的具体动作，是对第一步的补充。
E
解析：前文描述了躺下头悬在床边的动作，E 选项 “Make sure to hold this position for 30 to 60 seconds as instructed.”（确保按照指示保持这个姿势 30 到 60 秒）承接上文，说明了保持该动作的时间要求，符合逻辑。
F
解析：前文提到向相反方向转头的动作，F 选项 “This movement helps continue the process of repositioning those troublesome crystals.”（这个动作有助于继续重新定位那些麻烦的晶体的过程）解释了这个动作的作用，与上文连贯。
A
解析：前文讲转动身体使其与头部对齐，A 选项 “This position change can help move the tiny crystals in your inner ear that are causing the vertigo.”（这种姿势的改变可以帮助移动内耳中导致眩晕的微小晶体）说明了这一姿势改变的原理，与前文衔接紧密。Passage 1
Dr. Max, a hospital doctor, author, and columnist currently working full - time in mental health for the NHS, has something to say about adversity and resilience. He's always skeptical of the common saying, “If it doesn't kill you, it'll make you stronger.” He points out that there are many horrible things like polio and whiplash that can leave people scarred even if they survive, which challenges this seemingly simplistic view.
Max believes that the phrase “If it doesn't kill you, it'll make you stronger” is a tired cliché. He gives an example of people using this phrase inappropriately in supermarkets after something bad has happened. They don't really know what else to say and end up making the situation a bit awkward. In reality, some experiences are just truly awful and don't necessarily lead to strength - building.
For many years, Max worked in a specialist NHS clinic for people with eating disorders, a group of conditions that are greatly misunderstood. People often wrongly assume that eating disorders are just about vanity, but in fact, they usually involve issues of control and many patients have a history of profound trauma or emotional difficulties. Eating disorders have one of the highest mortality rates among mental illnesses, with one in five patients with an eating disorder dying from it. The treatment for eating disorders is long and arduous, indicating that it's a serious matter that shouldn't be taken lightly.
Despite the harsh reality of some situations, Max also saw in his work that many patients with eating disorders would share how their experiences, though difficult, had also brought about certain changes. This shows that even in the face of such adversity, there can be unexpected aspects to consider.
What is Dr. Max's attitude towards the saying “If it doesn't kill you, it'll make you stronger”
A. Supportive.
B. Skeptical.
C. Indifferent.
D. Positive.
Why does Dr. Max think the saying is a cliché
A. Because it is often used in the supermarket.
B. Because it is too simple to understand.
C. Because it is not suitable for all terrible experiences.
D. Because it can make people feel awkward.
What can we learn about eating disorders from the passage
A. They are mainly about people's vanity.
B. They have the highest mortality rate among all illnesses.
C. They are easily treated and cured.
D. They are related to control issues and past traumas for many patients.
What is the main idea of the passage
A. The importance of resilience in life.
B. Dr. Max's view on adversity and a specific mental health issue.
C. The misunderstanding of eating disorders.
D. How to deal with adversity in a proper way.
Passage 2
In recent years, the concept of “reducetarianism” has emerged in the world of food and diet. Brian Kateman, the author of The Reducetarian Solution, first coined the term “reducetarian” in 2015. A reducetarian is someone who aims to reduce their meat consumption, and according to Kateman, cutting meat intake by just ten percent is enough to be considered one.
Reducetarianism differs from the all - or - nothing approach of vegetarianism. Instead, it provides a flexible framework for people to gradually decrease their meat consumption. This concept is gaining popularity as more people become aware of the health benefits associated with a diet lower in meat, as well as the environmental and ethical reasons for reducing meat intake.
The Reducetarian Foundation (RF) plays an important role in promoting this lifestyle. It encourages people to make “healthy, sustainable, and compassionate food choices” and conducts research to find the most effective ways to motivate people to eat less meat. In their first in - house study, they discovered that by reading a news article, individuals were inspired to adjust their meat - eating habits and change their views on animal treatment within the factory farming and food production system, at least for a short period of up to five weeks.
Although vegetarianism remains a minority choice globally, the trend of eating less meat is on the rise. In many countries, an increasing number of people are choosing meat - free or plant - based meals more often. And becoming a reducetarian is quite simple. As RF suggests, it can be as easy as committing to eating less meat over the next 30 days.
What is a reducetarian according to the text
A. Someone who never eats meat.
B. A person who only eats plant - based food.
C. One who reduces meat consumption by at least 10%.
D. A vegetarian who occasionally eats meat.
What is special about reducetarianism compared with vegetarianism
A. It is a more all - or - nothing approach.
B. It offers a more flexible way to cut meat intake.
C. It has a stricter standard for food choices.
D. It is more popular among the public.
What can we learn from the first in - house study of the Reducetarian Foundation
A. Reading can change people's eating habits completely.
B. People's views on animal treatment can't be changed.
C. A news article can influence people's meat - eating behavior.
D. The effect of the study can last for a long time.
What is the main idea of the passage
A. The difference between reducetarianism and vegetarianism.
B. The reasons for people to choose a meat - free diet.
C. The rise of the reducetarian lifestyle.
D. The role of the Reducetarian Foundation.
七选五
Vertigo can be a really uncomfortable experience, especially when it's caused by Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). But don't worry, there are ways to treat it at home. 1_____
For the most common vertigo type, BPPV, your GP may suggest the Epley manoeuvre. It's a series of movements that can help relieve the symptoms. Here's how to do it.
First, sit on your bed. This is the starting position. 2 ____This initial movement is important as it sets the stage for the following steps.
Next, keeping your head turned, lie back so your head hangs off the edge of the bed. This might feel a bit strange at first, but it's a key part of the manoeuvre. 3_____
After that, slowly turn your head 90° to the opposite side. As you do this, be careful and take your time. 4_____Then, rotate your body so it's aligned with your head. This step requires some coordination. 5
Finally, using your arm for support, sit upright while keeping your head turned. Remember, if you can, have someone sit with you in case you experience vertigo while working through the movements. With these steps, you can try to ease the discomfort of BPPV at home.
A. This position change can help move the tiny crystals in your inner ear that are causing the vertigo.
B. And turn your head 45° towards the affected side.
C. The Epley manoeuvre is a simple yet effective way to deal with BPPV.
D. It's a good idea to practice these movements a few times a day.
E. Make sure to hold this position for 30 to 60 seconds as instructed.
F. This movement helps continue the process of repositioning those troublesome crystals.
G. Now, let's learn about an at - home treatment method that can be very helpful.
