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

<passage>:
Just up the road from my home is a field, with two horses in it. From a distance, each horse looks like any other horses. But if you get a more careful look, you will notice something quite amazing.
One of the horses is blind. His owner has chosen not to kill it, but has made him a safe and comfortable barn to live in. This alone is very amazing. But if you stand nearby and listen, you will hear the sound of a bell. It is coming from a smaller horse with a small, gold-colored bell. It lets the blind friend know where the other horse is, so he can follow. As you stand and watch these two friends, you'll see that the horse with the bell is always checking on the blind horse and makes sure that the blind horse can hear the bell, slowly walk to where he is, and won't get lost.
When the horse with the bell returns to the barn each evening, he will sometimes stop to look back, making sure that the blind friend isn't too far behind to hear the bell.
Like the owners of these two horses, God does not throw us away just because we are not perfect, or because we have problems or challenges. He watches over us and even brings others into our lives to help us when we are in trouble. Sometimes we are the blind horse which is being guided by the little ringing bells. And at other times we are the guide horse, helping others to find their way.

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

<options>:
A we are always the guide horse
B God will help those people in trouble
C the blind horse walks faster
D the guided horse is always with 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>:
Just up the road from my home is a field, with two horses in it. From a distance, each horse looks like any other horses. But if you get a more careful look, you will notice something quite amazing.
One of the horses is blind. His owner has chosen not to kill it, but has made him a safe and comfortable barn to live in. This alone is very amazing. But if you stand nearby and listen, you will hear the sound of a bell. It is coming from a smaller horse with a small, gold-colored bell. It lets the blind friend know where the other horse is, so he can follow. As you stand and watch these two friends, you'll see that the horse with the bell is always checking on the blind horse and makes sure that the blind horse can hear the bell, slowly walk to where he is, and won't get lost.
When the horse with the bell returns to the barn each evening, he will sometimes stop to look back, making sure that the blind friend isn't too far behind to hear the bell.
Like the owners of these two horses, God does not throw us away just because we are not perfect, or because we have problems or challenges. He watches over us and even brings others into our lives to help us when we are in trouble. Sometimes we are the blind horse which is being guided by the little ringing bells. And at other times we are the guide horse, helping others to find their way.

<question>:
The best title of the passage is   _  .

<options>:
A God and the Horses
B God Will Help Those Who Help Themselves
C Help People in Trouble
D The Guide Horse and Guided Horse

<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>:
Ever since the global economic recession( ) began in 2008,many Americans have changed their lifestyles by downsizing what they buy and what they possess.
Tammy Strobel and her husband used to own a two-bedroom apartment,two cars and had good incomes. But Tammy wasn't happy.Inspired by a web site,they began donating some of their belongings to charity, and eventually got rid of their cars.Some thought they were crazy,but now they feel much happier.Without debt and working fewer hours,now they have more time to be outdoors and to volunteer.
"The idea that you need to go bigger to be happy is false,"Ms. Strobel says. "I really believe that the acquisition of material goods doesn't bring about happiness."
Despite the fact that the economy is not as booming as it was,studies have shown that many are feeling happier as they save more and spend less.This mainly happens when they spend money on experiences instead of material objects and when they relish what they plan to buy long before they buy it.
It is true that extra cash always makes life a little easier because it lets people meet basic needs.But scholars have found that types of purchases,their size and frequency,and even the timing of the spending all affect long-term happiness.One major finding is that spending money for an experience---concert tickets,French lessons, sushi-rolling classes---produces longer-lasting satisfaction.
At the height of the recession in 2008,consumers were doing something different---vacationing in their yards, eating more dinners at home,organizing family game nights .As a result, these leisure activities appeared to make them less lonely and increased their interactions with others.
"I think people are realizing they don't need what they had.They're more interested in creating memories,"says a scholar.
To stop purchasing things using credit cards at any time brings happiness,too;in other words,waiting for something and working hard to get it makes it feel more valuable and more stimulating. In fact,scholar have found that anticipation increases happiness. Considering buying an i-Pad?You might want to think about it as long as possible before taking one home.
Ms.Strobel is now an advocate  of simple living."My lifestyle now would not be possible if I still had a huge two-bedroom apartment filled to the gills with stuff,two cars,and 30 grand  in debt,"she says. "Give away some of your stuff," she advises. "See how it feels."

<question>:
Which of the following is not a purchase of experience?

<options>:
A Enroll in a French course.
B Learn how to make Japanese sushi.
C Get a new Mac.
D Go to a concert.

<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>:
Ever since the global economic recession( ) began in 2008,many Americans have changed their lifestyles by downsizing what they buy and what they possess.
Tammy Strobel and her husband used to own a two-bedroom apartment,two cars and had good incomes. But Tammy wasn't happy.Inspired by a web site,they began donating some of their belongings to charity, and eventually got rid of their cars.Some thought they were crazy,but now they feel much happier.Without debt and working fewer hours,now they have more time to be outdoors and to volunteer.
"The idea that you need to go bigger to be happy is false,"Ms. Strobel says. "I really believe that the acquisition of material goods doesn't bring about happiness."
Despite the fact that the economy is not as booming as it was,studies have shown that many are feeling happier as they save more and spend less.This mainly happens when they spend money on experiences instead of material objects and when they relish what they plan to buy long before they buy it.
It is true that extra cash always makes life a little easier because it lets people meet basic needs.But scholars have found that types of purchases,their size and frequency,and even the timing of the spending all affect long-term happiness.One major finding is that spending money for an experience---concert tickets,French lessons, sushi-rolling classes---produces longer-lasting satisfaction.
At the height of the recession in 2008,consumers were doing something different---vacationing in their yards, eating more dinners at home,organizing family game nights .As a result, these leisure activities appeared to make them less lonely and increased their interactions with others.
"I think people are realizing they don't need what they had.They're more interested in creating memories,"says a scholar.
To stop purchasing things using credit cards at any time brings happiness,too;in other words,waiting for something and working hard to get it makes it feel more valuable and more stimulating. In fact,scholar have found that anticipation increases happiness. Considering buying an i-Pad?You might want to think about it as long as possible before taking one home.
Ms.Strobel is now an advocate  of simple living."My lifestyle now would not be possible if I still had a huge two-bedroom apartment filled to the gills with stuff,two cars,and 30 grand  in debt,"she says. "Give away some of your stuff," she advises. "See how it feels."

<question>:
It is true that money  _

<options>:
A always makes people happier
B enables people to work fewer hours
C makes one a better volunteer
D helps people to meet their basic needs

<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>:
Ever since the global economic recession( ) began in 2008,many Americans have changed their lifestyles by downsizing what they buy and what they possess.
Tammy Strobel and her husband used to own a two-bedroom apartment,two cars and had good incomes. But Tammy wasn't happy.Inspired by a web site,they began donating some of their belongings to charity, and eventually got rid of their cars.Some thought they were crazy,but now they feel much happier.Without debt and working fewer hours,now they have more time to be outdoors and to volunteer.
"The idea that you need to go bigger to be happy is false,"Ms. Strobel says. "I really believe that the acquisition of material goods doesn't bring about happiness."
Despite the fact that the economy is not as booming as it was,studies have shown that many are feeling happier as they save more and spend less.This mainly happens when they spend money on experiences instead of material objects and when they relish what they plan to buy long before they buy it.
It is true that extra cash always makes life a little easier because it lets people meet basic needs.But scholars have found that types of purchases,their size and frequency,and even the timing of the spending all affect long-term happiness.One major finding is that spending money for an experience---concert tickets,French lessons, sushi-rolling classes---produces longer-lasting satisfaction.
At the height of the recession in 2008,consumers were doing something different---vacationing in their yards, eating more dinners at home,organizing family game nights .As a result, these leisure activities appeared to make them less lonely and increased their interactions with others.
"I think people are realizing they don't need what they had.They're more interested in creating memories,"says a scholar.
To stop purchasing things using credit cards at any time brings happiness,too;in other words,waiting for something and working hard to get it makes it feel more valuable and more stimulating. In fact,scholar have found that anticipation increases happiness. Considering buying an i-Pad?You might want to think about it as long as possible before taking one home.
Ms.Strobel is now an advocate  of simple living."My lifestyle now would not be possible if I still had a huge two-bedroom apartment filled to the gills with stuff,two cars,and 30 grand  in debt,"she says. "Give away some of your stuff," she advises. "See how it feels."

<question>:
Purchase of experience can make people feel happier because  _

<options>:
A They increase the interaction between people
B They are more economical than material goods
C They are unique and can't be obtained again
D They make the participant smarter

<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>:
Ever since the global economic recession( ) began in 2008,many Americans have changed their lifestyles by downsizing what they buy and what they possess.
Tammy Strobel and her husband used to own a two-bedroom apartment,two cars and had good incomes. But Tammy wasn't happy.Inspired by a web site,they began donating some of their belongings to charity, and eventually got rid of their cars.Some thought they were crazy,but now they feel much happier.Without debt and working fewer hours,now they have more time to be outdoors and to volunteer.
"The idea that you need to go bigger to be happy is false,"Ms. Strobel says. "I really believe that the acquisition of material goods doesn't bring about happiness."
Despite the fact that the economy is not as booming as it was,studies have shown that many are feeling happier as they save more and spend less.This mainly happens when they spend money on experiences instead of material objects and when they relish what they plan to buy long before they buy it.
It is true that extra cash always makes life a little easier because it lets people meet basic needs.But scholars have found that types of purchases,their size and frequency,and even the timing of the spending all affect long-term happiness.One major finding is that spending money for an experience---concert tickets,French lessons, sushi-rolling classes---produces longer-lasting satisfaction.
At the height of the recession in 2008,consumers were doing something different---vacationing in their yards, eating more dinners at home,organizing family game nights .As a result, these leisure activities appeared to make them less lonely and increased their interactions with others.
"I think people are realizing they don't need what they had.They're more interested in creating memories,"says a scholar.
To stop purchasing things using credit cards at any time brings happiness,too;in other words,waiting for something and working hard to get it makes it feel more valuable and more stimulating. In fact,scholar have found that anticipation increases happiness. Considering buying an i-Pad?You might want to think about it as long as possible before taking one home.
Ms.Strobel is now an advocate  of simple living."My lifestyle now would not be possible if I still had a huge two-bedroom apartment filled to the gills with stuff,two cars,and 30 grand  in debt,"she says. "Give away some of your stuff," she advises. "See how it feels."

<question>:
Why does stopping using a credit card to buy anything at any time bring happiness?

<options>:
A Because one has to pay for interest by using a credit card.
B Because the process of saving money and waiting for the thing you want makes it feel more valuable.
C Because it helps stop buying things one actually doesn't need
D Because as one waits, he/she often finds something better to buy

<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>:
A lot of the time celebrities have a team of people telling them what to wear for every different occasion. However, a naturally style savvy   celebrity  is not unheard of.
Kate Moss
Rising to fame in the mid-1990s, Kate Moss is one of the biggest supermodels ever and a fashion veteran  . According to Forbes magazine, Moss has since earned more money than ever before.
Emma Watson
Born in 1990,well-known for starring in the Harry Potter films, Emma Watson is known for her beauty, and flawless style and grace on and off the red carpet. An advocate   of eco-friendly fashion, Emma's worked with Italian designer Alberta Ferretti in 2011 on a collection of organic clothing featuring a series of environmentally friendly dresses.
Victoria Beckham
Well known for being real trendsetter ,  It's not _ that Victoria Beckham is among the list of style savvy   celebrities . Indeed it was only a matter of time for her to start designing her own collection. The former Spice Girl had her own fashion brand, dvb, in 2007. Her designing works, ranging from clothes to fragrances , have been well received.
Justin Timberlake
A global music superstar, Justin Timberlake also earned the respect of fashion gurus  --not only for being one of the most stylish celebrities but also for being a promising designer. Justin has managed to incorporate   his sense of style into the clothing line, which is best known for its jeans.

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

<options>:
A Kate Moss is a supermodel as well as a singer in the group---Spice Girl.
B Emma Watson worked with Italian designer---Alberta Ferretti when she was 21.
C Justin Timberlake has put his sense of style into the clothing line which is best known for shirts.
D Victoria Beckham is a real trendsetter but has no designing works yet.

<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>:
A lot of the time celebrities have a team of people telling them what to wear for every different occasion. However, a naturally style savvy   celebrity  is not unheard of.
Kate Moss
Rising to fame in the mid-1990s, Kate Moss is one of the biggest supermodels ever and a fashion veteran  . According to Forbes magazine, Moss has since earned more money than ever before.
Emma Watson
Born in 1990,well-known for starring in the Harry Potter films, Emma Watson is known for her beauty, and flawless style and grace on and off the red carpet. An advocate   of eco-friendly fashion, Emma's worked with Italian designer Alberta Ferretti in 2011 on a collection of organic clothing featuring a series of environmentally friendly dresses.
Victoria Beckham
Well known for being real trendsetter ,  It's not _ that Victoria Beckham is among the list of style savvy   celebrities . Indeed it was only a matter of time for her to start designing her own collection. The former Spice Girl had her own fashion brand, dvb, in 2007. Her designing works, ranging from clothes to fragrances , have been well received.
Justin Timberlake
A global music superstar, Justin Timberlake also earned the respect of fashion gurus  --not only for being one of the most stylish celebrities but also for being a promising designer. Justin has managed to incorporate   his sense of style into the clothing line, which is best known for its jeans.

<question>:
Which of the following word can best replace the underline word "novel" in para.4    _

<options>:
A fiction
B normal
C unsual
D common

<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>:
A lot of the time celebrities have a team of people telling them what to wear for every different occasion. However, a naturally style savvy   celebrity  is not unheard of.
Kate Moss
Rising to fame in the mid-1990s, Kate Moss is one of the biggest supermodels ever and a fashion veteran  . According to Forbes magazine, Moss has since earned more money than ever before.
Emma Watson
Born in 1990,well-known for starring in the Harry Potter films, Emma Watson is known for her beauty, and flawless style and grace on and off the red carpet. An advocate   of eco-friendly fashion, Emma's worked with Italian designer Alberta Ferretti in 2011 on a collection of organic clothing featuring a series of environmentally friendly dresses.
Victoria Beckham
Well known for being real trendsetter ,  It's not _ that Victoria Beckham is among the list of style savvy   celebrities . Indeed it was only a matter of time for her to start designing her own collection. The former Spice Girl had her own fashion brand, dvb, in 2007. Her designing works, ranging from clothes to fragrances , have been well received.
Justin Timberlake
A global music superstar, Justin Timberlake also earned the respect of fashion gurus  --not only for being one of the most stylish celebrities but also for being a promising designer. Justin has managed to incorporate   his sense of style into the clothing line, which is best known for its jeans.

<question>:
Which might be the best title of the article?

<options>:
A Fashion days
B Learn to be a stylist from some celebrities
C Fashionable pop singers
D Some style savvy celebrities

<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 zebra belongs to the horse family. One of nature's great mysteries is why the zebra has stripes  . One theory is that the stripes help the zebra cool down. On hot days the black stripes get a lot hotter than the white area of the zebra and under the black stripes there are special layers of fat for protection. Hot air then rises off the black stripes, forcing colder air down around the white areas, cooling the zebra down. This, however, is just a kind of theory. The stripes can also confuse predators(,) when zebras stay with other animals in great numbers.
Zebras have excellent hearing and eyesight and can run at speeds of up to 56 kilometers per hour. They also have a powerful kick that can cause serious injury to a predator, like a lion, or an African wild dog. Usually the lead male of the herd stays at the back of the group to defend against predators if necessary, while the females and youngsters escape danger.
Zebras are herbivores that feed only on plants and live mostly by eating grasses, although they also might eat a bit on the leaves and stems  of bushes. They eat grasses for many hours each day, using their strong teeth. Spending so much time chewing wears the zebras' teeth down, so their teeth keep growing all their lives. As the dry season arrives and the grasses die back, zebra herds travel to find more food and water holes for drinking. Most zebras have no specific territories. They travel from place to place, never staying in one area very long.

<question>:
According to the passage, herbivores are animals that   _  .

<options>:
A have specific territories
B only eat plants
C kill and eat other animals
D live in groups

<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 zebra belongs to the horse family. One of nature's great mysteries is why the zebra has stripes  . One theory is that the stripes help the zebra cool down. On hot days the black stripes get a lot hotter than the white area of the zebra and under the black stripes there are special layers of fat for protection. Hot air then rises off the black stripes, forcing colder air down around the white areas, cooling the zebra down. This, however, is just a kind of theory. The stripes can also confuse predators(,) when zebras stay with other animals in great numbers.
Zebras have excellent hearing and eyesight and can run at speeds of up to 56 kilometers per hour. They also have a powerful kick that can cause serious injury to a predator, like a lion, or an African wild dog. Usually the lead male of the herd stays at the back of the group to defend against predators if necessary, while the females and youngsters escape danger.
Zebras are herbivores that feed only on plants and live mostly by eating grasses, although they also might eat a bit on the leaves and stems  of bushes. They eat grasses for many hours each day, using their strong teeth. Spending so much time chewing wears the zebras' teeth down, so their teeth keep growing all their lives. As the dry season arrives and the grasses die back, zebra herds travel to find more food and water holes for drinking. Most zebras have no specific territories. They travel from place to place, never staying in one area very long.

<question>:
The zebra has strong teeth all their lives because their teeth   _  >

<options>:
A only chew soft grasses
B are used all day
C are always growing
D are kept clean

<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 zebra belongs to the horse family. One of nature's great mysteries is why the zebra has stripes  . One theory is that the stripes help the zebra cool down. On hot days the black stripes get a lot hotter than the white area of the zebra and under the black stripes there are special layers of fat for protection. Hot air then rises off the black stripes, forcing colder air down around the white areas, cooling the zebra down. This, however, is just a kind of theory. The stripes can also confuse predators(,) when zebras stay with other animals in great numbers.
Zebras have excellent hearing and eyesight and can run at speeds of up to 56 kilometers per hour. They also have a powerful kick that can cause serious injury to a predator, like a lion, or an African wild dog. Usually the lead male of the herd stays at the back of the group to defend against predators if necessary, while the females and youngsters escape danger.
Zebras are herbivores that feed only on plants and live mostly by eating grasses, although they also might eat a bit on the leaves and stems  of bushes. They eat grasses for many hours each day, using their strong teeth. Spending so much time chewing wears the zebras' teeth down, so their teeth keep growing all their lives. As the dry season arrives and the grasses die back, zebra herds travel to find more food and water holes for drinking. Most zebras have no specific territories. They travel from place to place, never staying in one area very long.

<question>:
Which of the following statements about zebras is TRUE?

<options>:
A They have poor eyesight and hearing.
B A lion can get injured by a kick by a zebra's kick.
C They can run 56 miles per hour.
D They usually stay in one area all their lives.

<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 zebra belongs to the horse family. One of nature's great mysteries is why the zebra has stripes  . One theory is that the stripes help the zebra cool down. On hot days the black stripes get a lot hotter than the white area of the zebra and under the black stripes there are special layers of fat for protection. Hot air then rises off the black stripes, forcing colder air down around the white areas, cooling the zebra down. This, however, is just a kind of theory. The stripes can also confuse predators(,) when zebras stay with other animals in great numbers.
Zebras have excellent hearing and eyesight and can run at speeds of up to 56 kilometers per hour. They also have a powerful kick that can cause serious injury to a predator, like a lion, or an African wild dog. Usually the lead male of the herd stays at the back of the group to defend against predators if necessary, while the females and youngsters escape danger.
Zebras are herbivores that feed only on plants and live mostly by eating grasses, although they also might eat a bit on the leaves and stems  of bushes. They eat grasses for many hours each day, using their strong teeth. Spending so much time chewing wears the zebras' teeth down, so their teeth keep growing all their lives. As the dry season arrives and the grasses die back, zebra herds travel to find more food and water holes for drinking. Most zebras have no specific territories. They travel from place to place, never staying in one area very long.

<question>:
Which of the following TV programs might the passage be adapted for?

<options>:
A Hobbies & Leisure
B Everyday Tips
C Digital Stadium
D Discovery

<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>:
Men spend more time getting ready to go out than women, according to research.
On average, men spend 81 minutes a day on personal preparing before going out, including cleansing(...), toning and using moisturizer , shaving, styling hair and choosing clothes, the study found, while women have their beauty preparation down to a fine art and get hair, clothes and make-up done in just 75 minutes.
The research, carried out for Travelodge, found that on an average morning men spend 23 minutes in the shower, compared to 22 minutes for women. Men then take 18 minutes on their shaving work, compared to 14 minutes for women despite them having to shave legs, armpits and bikini line. Men take a bit longer - 10 minutes - on cleansing, toning and using moisturizer.
Choosing a proper outfit is also a time-consuming operation for men who want to look their best. They take 13 minutes to finish it, compared to 10 minutes for women.
The study also found that the average British person does not _ in terms of the true value of their washing bag. When quizzed, the average adult estimated their washing bag with contents to be worthPS52.23, while in reality the bag of essentials is worth nearly three times more at PS156.69.
A spokeswoman for Travelodge said they had seen a rise in the number of washing bags being left behind in their 487 hotels. In the last 12 months, hotel staffs have spent hundreds of hours uniting 10,000 washing bags with their owners.
In one case, a customer paid more thanPS100 for a person to pick up her washing bag, which she had left behind in a London hotel - the designer washing bag had nearly PS1,000 worth of washing items.

<question>:
Which of following is the man's preparation work ?

<options>:
A shaving legs
B styling hair
C choosing clothes
D cleansing and toning

<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>:
Men spend more time getting ready to go out than women, according to research.
On average, men spend 81 minutes a day on personal preparing before going out, including cleansing(...), toning and using moisturizer , shaving, styling hair and choosing clothes, the study found, while women have their beauty preparation down to a fine art and get hair, clothes and make-up done in just 75 minutes.
The research, carried out for Travelodge, found that on an average morning men spend 23 minutes in the shower, compared to 22 minutes for women. Men then take 18 minutes on their shaving work, compared to 14 minutes for women despite them having to shave legs, armpits and bikini line. Men take a bit longer - 10 minutes - on cleansing, toning and using moisturizer.
Choosing a proper outfit is also a time-consuming operation for men who want to look their best. They take 13 minutes to finish it, compared to 10 minutes for women.
The study also found that the average British person does not _ in terms of the true value of their washing bag. When quizzed, the average adult estimated their washing bag with contents to be worthPS52.23, while in reality the bag of essentials is worth nearly three times more at PS156.69.
A spokeswoman for Travelodge said they had seen a rise in the number of washing bags being left behind in their 487 hotels. In the last 12 months, hotel staffs have spent hundreds of hours uniting 10,000 washing bags with their owners.
In one case, a customer paid more thanPS100 for a person to pick up her washing bag, which she had left behind in a London hotel - the designer washing bag had nearly PS1,000 worth of washing items.

<question>:
In terms of choosing proper clothes, how much time do men need?

<options>:
A 10mins
B 13mins
C 14mins
D 22mins

<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>:
Men spend more time getting ready to go out than women, according to research.
On average, men spend 81 minutes a day on personal preparing before going out, including cleansing(...), toning and using moisturizer , shaving, styling hair and choosing clothes, the study found, while women have their beauty preparation down to a fine art and get hair, clothes and make-up done in just 75 minutes.
The research, carried out for Travelodge, found that on an average morning men spend 23 minutes in the shower, compared to 22 minutes for women. Men then take 18 minutes on their shaving work, compared to 14 minutes for women despite them having to shave legs, armpits and bikini line. Men take a bit longer - 10 minutes - on cleansing, toning and using moisturizer.
Choosing a proper outfit is also a time-consuming operation for men who want to look their best. They take 13 minutes to finish it, compared to 10 minutes for women.
The study also found that the average British person does not _ in terms of the true value of their washing bag. When quizzed, the average adult estimated their washing bag with contents to be worthPS52.23, while in reality the bag of essentials is worth nearly three times more at PS156.69.
A spokeswoman for Travelodge said they had seen a rise in the number of washing bags being left behind in their 487 hotels. In the last 12 months, hotel staffs have spent hundreds of hours uniting 10,000 washing bags with their owners.
In one case, a customer paid more thanPS100 for a person to pick up her washing bag, which she had left behind in a London hotel - the designer washing bag had nearly PS1,000 worth of washing items.

<question>:
Which statement is not right according to the passage?

<options>:
A Men spend more time than women before they go out.
B The average British person does not know the true value of their washing bag.
C More and more people are leaving their washing bags behind in hotels nowadays.
D Women spend more time than men in the shower on average morning.

<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 quality of drinking water in Shanghai will meet European Union standard soon and, a decade later, citizens in Shanghai will drink the best water in the world.
These were the goals set out by the Shanghai Water Authority. With the city's population expected to increase only slightly and the economy to boom by 2020, Chen Yin, an official with the water authority, said Shanghai's water use will not increase from its present amount.
Zhang Yue, director of the Urban Construction Division under the Ministry of Construction, said, "Shanghai is the first city in the country to publicize these goals. They will not be easy to achieve."
He said water saving will help keep the sustainable  development of China's economy.
Saving one cubic meter of water means saving the city's infrastructure costs by 10,000 Yuan. Last year, Shanghai saved 300 million cubic meters of water either from readjustment of industrial structure or the use of new technology.
"The aim is to arouse public awareness of the seriousness of water shortages," Chen said. "The rich surface water and amount of rain of the city are so misleading that they result in improper use of water."
Shanghai lacks drinkable water. The Huangpu River, which supplies 80 percent of the city's drinkable water, is drying up.
The city, therefore, has been exploring new sources from the Yangtze River and growing forests along it to hold quality water.
Besides, the authority is popularizing technology among the public to efficiently cut the amount of water used.
At present, the city has 600,000 family toilets, each using 13 liters of water per flush. These are to be renovated to use only 9 liters of water per flush.
The authority is renovating the first 200 toilets for households - at a cost of 40 Yuan each.
In three years, all the toilets will be renovated, which saves the city nearly 15 million Yuan every year in water use.
Another task is the treatment of the waste water to improve the water environment.
At present the city can only treat 44 percent of its daily 5.04 million tons of waste water. To meet the total demand, 27 more treatment factories are to be set up with an estimated investment of 18 billion Yuan.

<question>:
Some people in Shanghai use water improperly because_.

<options>:
A the rich surface water and large amount of rain mislead them
B their family toilets can save plenty of water
C the waste water has already been treated
D new technology provide people with water as much as possible

<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 quality of drinking water in Shanghai will meet European Union standard soon and, a decade later, citizens in Shanghai will drink the best water in the world.
These were the goals set out by the Shanghai Water Authority. With the city's population expected to increase only slightly and the economy to boom by 2020, Chen Yin, an official with the water authority, said Shanghai's water use will not increase from its present amount.
Zhang Yue, director of the Urban Construction Division under the Ministry of Construction, said, "Shanghai is the first city in the country to publicize these goals. They will not be easy to achieve."
He said water saving will help keep the sustainable  development of China's economy.
Saving one cubic meter of water means saving the city's infrastructure costs by 10,000 Yuan. Last year, Shanghai saved 300 million cubic meters of water either from readjustment of industrial structure or the use of new technology.
"The aim is to arouse public awareness of the seriousness of water shortages," Chen said. "The rich surface water and amount of rain of the city are so misleading that they result in improper use of water."
Shanghai lacks drinkable water. The Huangpu River, which supplies 80 percent of the city's drinkable water, is drying up.
The city, therefore, has been exploring new sources from the Yangtze River and growing forests along it to hold quality water.
Besides, the authority is popularizing technology among the public to efficiently cut the amount of water used.
At present, the city has 600,000 family toilets, each using 13 liters of water per flush. These are to be renovated to use only 9 liters of water per flush.
The authority is renovating the first 200 toilets for households - at a cost of 40 Yuan each.
In three years, all the toilets will be renovated, which saves the city nearly 15 million Yuan every year in water use.
Another task is the treatment of the waste water to improve the water environment.
At present the city can only treat 44 percent of its daily 5.04 million tons of waste water. To meet the total demand, 27 more treatment factories are to be set up with an estimated investment of 18 billion Yuan.

<question>:
The authority begins to renovate the toilets for households to_.

<options>:
A make people live more conveniently
B meet people's need of water
C make people's living standards better
D reduce employment pressure

<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 quality of drinking water in Shanghai will meet European Union standard soon and, a decade later, citizens in Shanghai will drink the best water in the world.
These were the goals set out by the Shanghai Water Authority. With the city's population expected to increase only slightly and the economy to boom by 2020, Chen Yin, an official with the water authority, said Shanghai's water use will not increase from its present amount.
Zhang Yue, director of the Urban Construction Division under the Ministry of Construction, said, "Shanghai is the first city in the country to publicize these goals. They will not be easy to achieve."
He said water saving will help keep the sustainable  development of China's economy.
Saving one cubic meter of water means saving the city's infrastructure costs by 10,000 Yuan. Last year, Shanghai saved 300 million cubic meters of water either from readjustment of industrial structure or the use of new technology.
"The aim is to arouse public awareness of the seriousness of water shortages," Chen said. "The rich surface water and amount of rain of the city are so misleading that they result in improper use of water."
Shanghai lacks drinkable water. The Huangpu River, which supplies 80 percent of the city's drinkable water, is drying up.
The city, therefore, has been exploring new sources from the Yangtze River and growing forests along it to hold quality water.
Besides, the authority is popularizing technology among the public to efficiently cut the amount of water used.
At present, the city has 600,000 family toilets, each using 13 liters of water per flush. These are to be renovated to use only 9 liters of water per flush.
The authority is renovating the first 200 toilets for households - at a cost of 40 Yuan each.
In three years, all the toilets will be renovated, which saves the city nearly 15 million Yuan every year in water use.
Another task is the treatment of the waste water to improve the water environment.
At present the city can only treat 44 percent of its daily 5.04 million tons of waste water. To meet the total demand, 27 more treatment factories are to be set up with an estimated investment of 18 billion Yuan.

<question>:
We can infer from the passage that_.

<options>:
A Shanghai will need a much larger amount of water in the future
B people in Shanghai can drink the best water in the world today
C not all the people in Shanghai today know water shortage
D all the family toilets will be renovated to save water in 3 years

<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>:
Dog Fancy
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Issues: 12 issues / 12 months
Details:
Dog Fancy is information driven and provides opportunity for reader interaction. Every issue includes a fold-out four-color poster. Your complete guide to help you better understand, care for and enjoy your dog.
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Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
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Dogs for Kids offers interactive and educational activities, which is intended for children (ages 8 to 12) who love dogs and puppies. Each full-color issue has training tips, fun activities to do with dogs, games, puzzles and posters. Dogs for Kids has received the Maxwell Award for Special Interest Magazines from the Dog Writer's of America for 2 years in a row.
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Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
Details:
The Bark magazine is designed to include everything related to dog culture. Each issue includes stories, essays, poetry, reviews, interviews and artwork related to the relationship between humans and dogs. The Bark is not a how-to-care-for-your-dog magazine. It's a magazine about living with dogs, which is your magazine: touching, smart and simply wonderful.
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Cover Price: $ 48.88    Price: $ 15.00 ($1.25 / issue)    You Save: $ 33.88 (69%)
Details:
Dog World is written for the dog _ , including professionals in the pet industry. Articles entertain and educate readers about dog health -- care, nutrition, appearance, training and behavior and the law. Dog World is a must-read for its devoted, loyal dog-loving readers.

<question>:
Who would be most interested in the above magazines?

<options>:
A Wildlife protectors.
B Story book writers.
C Pet dog owners.
D City zoo managers.

<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>:
Dog Fancy
Cover Price: $ 59.88    Price: $ 12.00   ($ 1.00 / issue)    You Save: $ 47.88 (80%)
Issues: 12 issues / 12 months
Details:
Dog Fancy is information driven and provides opportunity for reader interaction. Every issue includes a fold-out four-color poster. Your complete guide to help you better understand, care for and enjoy your dog.
Dog for Kids
Cover Price: $ 23. 94  Price: $ 12.99  ($2.17 / issue)    You Save: $ 10.95 (46%)
Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
Details:
Dogs for Kids offers interactive and educational activities, which is intended for children (ages 8 to 12) who love dogs and puppies. Each full-color issue has training tips, fun activities to do with dogs, games, puzzles and posters. Dogs for Kids has received the Maxwell Award for Special Interest Magazines from the Dog Writer's of America for 2 years in a row.
The Bark
Cover Price: $ 19.80    Price: $ 15.00 ($ 2.50 /issue)    You Save: $ 4.80 (24%)
Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
Details:
The Bark magazine is designed to include everything related to dog culture. Each issue includes stories, essays, poetry, reviews, interviews and artwork related to the relationship between humans and dogs. The Bark is not a how-to-care-for-your-dog magazine. It's a magazine about living with dogs, which is your magazine: touching, smart and simply wonderful.
Dog World
Cover Price: $ 48.88    Price: $ 15.00 ($1.25 / issue)    You Save: $ 33.88 (69%)
Details:
Dog World is written for the dog _ , including professionals in the pet industry. Articles entertain and educate readers about dog health -- care, nutrition, appearance, training and behavior and the law. Dog World is a must-read for its devoted, loyal dog-loving readers.

<question>:
Which magazine saves most?

<options>:
A Dog Fancy.
B Dogs for Kids.
C The Bark.
D Dog World.

<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>:
Dog Fancy
Cover Price: $ 59.88    Price: $ 12.00   ($ 1.00 / issue)    You Save: $ 47.88 (80%)
Issues: 12 issues / 12 months
Details:
Dog Fancy is information driven and provides opportunity for reader interaction. Every issue includes a fold-out four-color poster. Your complete guide to help you better understand, care for and enjoy your dog.
Dog for Kids
Cover Price: $ 23. 94  Price: $ 12.99  ($2.17 / issue)    You Save: $ 10.95 (46%)
Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
Details:
Dogs for Kids offers interactive and educational activities, which is intended for children (ages 8 to 12) who love dogs and puppies. Each full-color issue has training tips, fun activities to do with dogs, games, puzzles and posters. Dogs for Kids has received the Maxwell Award for Special Interest Magazines from the Dog Writer's of America for 2 years in a row.
The Bark
Cover Price: $ 19.80    Price: $ 15.00 ($ 2.50 /issue)    You Save: $ 4.80 (24%)
Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
Details:
The Bark magazine is designed to include everything related to dog culture. Each issue includes stories, essays, poetry, reviews, interviews and artwork related to the relationship between humans and dogs. The Bark is not a how-to-care-for-your-dog magazine. It's a magazine about living with dogs, which is your magazine: touching, smart and simply wonderful.
Dog World
Cover Price: $ 48.88    Price: $ 15.00 ($1.25 / issue)    You Save: $ 33.88 (69%)
Details:
Dog World is written for the dog _ , including professionals in the pet industry. Articles entertain and educate readers about dog health -- care, nutrition, appearance, training and behavior and the law. Dog World is a must-read for its devoted, loyal dog-loving readers.

<question>:
Which magazine might be the most popular with children?

<options>:
A Dog Fancy.
B Dogs for Kids.
C The Bark.
D Dog World.

<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>:
Something as simple as a smile can mean friendliness in one culture, but impatience in another. Even silence means different things in different places.
When trying to communicate in a foreign language, it's natural to use gestures as a way of explaining your points.
Tapping your finger to your temple is a gesture to show memory in North America, but suggests insanity in Russia. Even nodding one's head to show "yes" or shaking one's head to show "no" can be misunderstood abroad. The yes-no gestures are different in countries like Bulgaria and Albania. In Turkey, "no" is gestured by nodding the head up and down.
It's not just individual gestures that can cause miscommunication, but the rate of gesturing can also cause miscommunication. Some countries, like Italy and Spain, are known for talking with their hands. Others use few body movements as a form of politeness. In parts of East Asia, the gesture is considered unpleasant behavior, and even rude.
Britain, along with many countries of northern Europe and the Far East, is classed as a "non-contact"culture, in which there's very little physical contact in people's daily communication. Even accidentally touching someone's arm is considered rude. By comparison, in the high-contact cultures of the Middle East, Latin America, and southern Europe, physical touch is a big part of socializing.
Naturally, these different standards of contact can lead to misunderstanding. An Argentinian may see a Scandinavian as cold, while the Scandinavian may see the Argentinian as impolite.
In most Western countries, frequent eye contact is a sign of confidence and attentiveness. But in many Asian, African, and Latin American countries, however, unbroken eye contact would be considered rude. These cultures tend to pay more attention to hierarchy , and avoiding eye contact is a sign of respect for bosses and elder. In these parts of the world, children won't look at an adult who is speaking to them, and nor will employees to their bosses.

<question>:
What will Turkish people do when they don't agree on something?

<options>:
A Keep silent for a while.
B Shake their heads.
C Tap their fingers to the temple.
D Nod their heads up and 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>:
Something as simple as a smile can mean friendliness in one culture, but impatience in another. Even silence means different things in different places.
When trying to communicate in a foreign language, it's natural to use gestures as a way of explaining your points.
Tapping your finger to your temple is a gesture to show memory in North America, but suggests insanity in Russia. Even nodding one's head to show "yes" or shaking one's head to show "no" can be misunderstood abroad. The yes-no gestures are different in countries like Bulgaria and Albania. In Turkey, "no" is gestured by nodding the head up and down.
It's not just individual gestures that can cause miscommunication, but the rate of gesturing can also cause miscommunication. Some countries, like Italy and Spain, are known for talking with their hands. Others use few body movements as a form of politeness. In parts of East Asia, the gesture is considered unpleasant behavior, and even rude.
Britain, along with many countries of northern Europe and the Far East, is classed as a "non-contact"culture, in which there's very little physical contact in people's daily communication. Even accidentally touching someone's arm is considered rude. By comparison, in the high-contact cultures of the Middle East, Latin America, and southern Europe, physical touch is a big part of socializing.
Naturally, these different standards of contact can lead to misunderstanding. An Argentinian may see a Scandinavian as cold, while the Scandinavian may see the Argentinian as impolite.
In most Western countries, frequent eye contact is a sign of confidence and attentiveness. But in many Asian, African, and Latin American countries, however, unbroken eye contact would be considered rude. These cultures tend to pay more attention to hierarchy , and avoiding eye contact is a sign of respect for bosses and elder. In these parts of the world, children won't look at an adult who is speaking to them, and nor will employees to their bosses.

<question>:
Where is physical touch considered impolite or rude?

<options>:
A In Britain.
B In Russia.
C In Turkey.
D In Bulgaria.

<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>:
Something as simple as a smile can mean friendliness in one culture, but impatience in another. Even silence means different things in different places.
When trying to communicate in a foreign language, it's natural to use gestures as a way of explaining your points.
Tapping your finger to your temple is a gesture to show memory in North America, but suggests insanity in Russia. Even nodding one's head to show "yes" or shaking one's head to show "no" can be misunderstood abroad. The yes-no gestures are different in countries like Bulgaria and Albania. In Turkey, "no" is gestured by nodding the head up and down.
It's not just individual gestures that can cause miscommunication, but the rate of gesturing can also cause miscommunication. Some countries, like Italy and Spain, are known for talking with their hands. Others use few body movements as a form of politeness. In parts of East Asia, the gesture is considered unpleasant behavior, and even rude.
Britain, along with many countries of northern Europe and the Far East, is classed as a "non-contact"culture, in which there's very little physical contact in people's daily communication. Even accidentally touching someone's arm is considered rude. By comparison, in the high-contact cultures of the Middle East, Latin America, and southern Europe, physical touch is a big part of socializing.
Naturally, these different standards of contact can lead to misunderstanding. An Argentinian may see a Scandinavian as cold, while the Scandinavian may see the Argentinian as impolite.
In most Western countries, frequent eye contact is a sign of confidence and attentiveness. But in many Asian, African, and Latin American countries, however, unbroken eye contact would be considered rude. These cultures tend to pay more attention to hierarchy , and avoiding eye contact is a sign of respect for bosses and elder. In these parts of the world, children won't look at an adult who is speaking to them, and nor will employees to their bosses.

<question>:
What will happen when an Argentinian meets a Scandinavian?

<options>:
A They will try to keep each other at a distance.
B The Argentinian will try to contact the Scandinavian.
C The Scandinavian will try to contact the Argentinian.
D They will try to touch each other as much as possible.

<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>:
Something as simple as a smile can mean friendliness in one culture, but impatience in another. Even silence means different things in different places.
When trying to communicate in a foreign language, it's natural to use gestures as a way of explaining your points.
Tapping your finger to your temple is a gesture to show memory in North America, but suggests insanity in Russia. Even nodding one's head to show "yes" or shaking one's head to show "no" can be misunderstood abroad. The yes-no gestures are different in countries like Bulgaria and Albania. In Turkey, "no" is gestured by nodding the head up and down.
It's not just individual gestures that can cause miscommunication, but the rate of gesturing can also cause miscommunication. Some countries, like Italy and Spain, are known for talking with their hands. Others use few body movements as a form of politeness. In parts of East Asia, the gesture is considered unpleasant behavior, and even rude.
Britain, along with many countries of northern Europe and the Far East, is classed as a "non-contact"culture, in which there's very little physical contact in people's daily communication. Even accidentally touching someone's arm is considered rude. By comparison, in the high-contact cultures of the Middle East, Latin America, and southern Europe, physical touch is a big part of socializing.
Naturally, these different standards of contact can lead to misunderstanding. An Argentinian may see a Scandinavian as cold, while the Scandinavian may see the Argentinian as impolite.
In most Western countries, frequent eye contact is a sign of confidence and attentiveness. But in many Asian, African, and Latin American countries, however, unbroken eye contact would be considered rude. These cultures tend to pay more attention to hierarchy , and avoiding eye contact is a sign of respect for bosses and elder. In these parts of the world, children won't look at an adult who is speaking to them, and nor will employees to their bosses.

<question>:
What does the writer intend to tell us in the passage?

<options>:
A Most body language means the same in different cultures.
B It's natural to make mistakes in learning body language.
C Body language can be confusing in different cultures.
D There is no short cut to learning body language.

<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>:
How would you like an easy way to earn 2,500 dollars? All you have to do is to sit around and wait for your meals.There's catch, however.You have to stay in a chicken cage with a stranger for a whole week.There are no books or television or radio for amusement.You can't leave until the week is up.And a camera will be recording your every move.
Two people actually took the job.The idea came from Rob Thompson, a video artist.He wanted to make a film about the way animals are treated.His goal was to raise people's awareness of the living conditions of animals that are raised for food.He decided to pay $ 5000 out of his own savings to two people who were willing to lie like chicken for a week.
To Rob's surprise, quite a few people answered his advertisement.He had interviews and selected Eric, a 24-year-old restaurant worker, and Pam, a 27-year-old chemist.The plan was for them to spend seven days together in a chicken cage that was six feet long and three feet wide.A camera would record their experience, which would take place in an art museum.
The week was long and difficult.They slept on a hard wooden floor.They couldn't stand up without banging their heads.They ate vegetarian mash and drank water from a garden hosepipe .Their only privacy was a toilet surrounded by a curtain.There were no sinks, mirrors, or toothbrushes in the cage.Their only inspiration was the two framed checks that hung on the wall outside the cage.Visitors who came here were warned, "Do not food the humans."
Finally it was over, Pam and Eric emerged from their cage.They had survived the week, and they each had a $2,500 check in their hands.When Rob Thompson opened the cage, Eric came out, changed into clean clothes, and ate a chocolate bar right away."It's great to be able to stand up," he said.Pam just changed her clothes and left.After a week of visitors and reporters watching her, she didn't want to talk to anyone.

<question>:
What kind of person is Rob Thompson?

<options>:
A He is curious about people's personal life.
B He is kind-hearted to animals.
C He hates people around.
D He likes to help poor 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>:
How would you like an easy way to earn 2,500 dollars? All you have to do is to sit around and wait for your meals.There's catch, however.You have to stay in a chicken cage with a stranger for a whole week.There are no books or television or radio for amusement.You can't leave until the week is up.And a camera will be recording your every move.
Two people actually took the job.The idea came from Rob Thompson, a video artist.He wanted to make a film about the way animals are treated.His goal was to raise people's awareness of the living conditions of animals that are raised for food.He decided to pay $ 5000 out of his own savings to two people who were willing to lie like chicken for a week.
To Rob's surprise, quite a few people answered his advertisement.He had interviews and selected Eric, a 24-year-old restaurant worker, and Pam, a 27-year-old chemist.The plan was for them to spend seven days together in a chicken cage that was six feet long and three feet wide.A camera would record their experience, which would take place in an art museum.
The week was long and difficult.They slept on a hard wooden floor.They couldn't stand up without banging their heads.They ate vegetarian mash and drank water from a garden hosepipe .Their only privacy was a toilet surrounded by a curtain.There were no sinks, mirrors, or toothbrushes in the cage.Their only inspiration was the two framed checks that hung on the wall outside the cage.Visitors who came here were warned, "Do not food the humans."
Finally it was over, Pam and Eric emerged from their cage.They had survived the week, and they each had a $2,500 check in their hands.When Rob Thompson opened the cage, Eric came out, changed into clean clothes, and ate a chocolate bar right away."It's great to be able to stand up," he said.Pam just changed her clothes and left.After a week of visitors and reporters watching her, she didn't want to talk to anyone.

<question>:
What made it most difficult for the two to stay in the cage?

<options>:
A They didn't know each other.
B They couldn't lie down to sleep in the cage.
C They didn't have meat to eat.
D They had to do almost everything under others' eyes.

<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>:
How would you like an easy way to earn 2,500 dollars? All you have to do is to sit around and wait for your meals.There's catch, however.You have to stay in a chicken cage with a stranger for a whole week.There are no books or television or radio for amusement.You can't leave until the week is up.And a camera will be recording your every move.
Two people actually took the job.The idea came from Rob Thompson, a video artist.He wanted to make a film about the way animals are treated.His goal was to raise people's awareness of the living conditions of animals that are raised for food.He decided to pay $ 5000 out of his own savings to two people who were willing to lie like chicken for a week.
To Rob's surprise, quite a few people answered his advertisement.He had interviews and selected Eric, a 24-year-old restaurant worker, and Pam, a 27-year-old chemist.The plan was for them to spend seven days together in a chicken cage that was six feet long and three feet wide.A camera would record their experience, which would take place in an art museum.
The week was long and difficult.They slept on a hard wooden floor.They couldn't stand up without banging their heads.They ate vegetarian mash and drank water from a garden hosepipe .Their only privacy was a toilet surrounded by a curtain.There were no sinks, mirrors, or toothbrushes in the cage.Their only inspiration was the two framed checks that hung on the wall outside the cage.Visitors who came here were warned, "Do not food the humans."
Finally it was over, Pam and Eric emerged from their cage.They had survived the week, and they each had a $2,500 check in their hands.When Rob Thompson opened the cage, Eric came out, changed into clean clothes, and ate a chocolate bar right away."It's great to be able to stand up," he said.Pam just changed her clothes and left.After a week of visitors and reporters watching her, she didn't want to talk to anyone.

<question>:
Rob offered the money because he wanted  _  .

<options>:
A to see if there were any people who would like to live in a cage
B to show the public how bitter animals' life could be
C to make more money by publishing the recorded video tapes
D to improve housing conditions of working people like Eric

<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>:
How would you like an easy way to earn 2,500 dollars? All you have to do is to sit around and wait for your meals.There's catch, however.You have to stay in a chicken cage with a stranger for a whole week.There are no books or television or radio for amusement.You can't leave until the week is up.And a camera will be recording your every move.
Two people actually took the job.The idea came from Rob Thompson, a video artist.He wanted to make a film about the way animals are treated.His goal was to raise people's awareness of the living conditions of animals that are raised for food.He decided to pay $ 5000 out of his own savings to two people who were willing to lie like chicken for a week.
To Rob's surprise, quite a few people answered his advertisement.He had interviews and selected Eric, a 24-year-old restaurant worker, and Pam, a 27-year-old chemist.The plan was for them to spend seven days together in a chicken cage that was six feet long and three feet wide.A camera would record their experience, which would take place in an art museum.
The week was long and difficult.They slept on a hard wooden floor.They couldn't stand up without banging their heads.They ate vegetarian mash and drank water from a garden hosepipe .Their only privacy was a toilet surrounded by a curtain.There were no sinks, mirrors, or toothbrushes in the cage.Their only inspiration was the two framed checks that hung on the wall outside the cage.Visitors who came here were warned, "Do not food the humans."
Finally it was over, Pam and Eric emerged from their cage.They had survived the week, and they each had a $2,500 check in their hands.When Rob Thompson opened the cage, Eric came out, changed into clean clothes, and ate a chocolate bar right away."It's great to be able to stand up," he said.Pam just changed her clothes and left.After a week of visitors and reporters watching her, she didn't want to talk to anyone.

<question>:
Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

<options>:
A Easy Way to Earn $ 2 500.
B Do Not Feed the Humans.
C Living Like a Chicken.
D Getting Along Well Anyway.

<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 United States, 30 percent of the people have a "weight problem". To many people the cause is obvious  : they eat too much. But scientific evidence   does little to support this idea. Going back to America of 1910, we find that people were thinner than today, yet they at e more food. In those days people worked harder physically, walked more, used machines much less, and didn't watch television.
Several modern studies, moreover, have shown that fatter people don't eat more on average than thinner people. A 1979 study of 3,545 London office workers showed that fat people eat less than slim   people.
Studies also show that slim people are more active than fat people. A study by a research group at Stanford University found the following interesting facts:
The more the man ran, the greater loss of the body fat.
The more they ran, the greater increase in food intake.
Thus, those who ran the most ate the most, yet lost the greatest amount of body fat.

<question>:
Nowadays many Americans have the problem that   _  .

<options>:
A they are too slim
B they work too hard
C they are too fat
D they lose too much body 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>:
In the United States, 30 percent of the people have a "weight problem". To many people the cause is obvious  : they eat too much. But scientific evidence   does little to support this idea. Going back to America of 1910, we find that people were thinner than today, yet they at e more food. In those days people worked harder physically, walked more, used machines much less, and didn't watch television.
Several modern studies, moreover, have shown that fatter people don't eat more on average than thinner people. A 1979 study of 3,545 London office workers showed that fat people eat less than slim   people.
Studies also show that slim people are more active than fat people. A study by a research group at Stanford University found the following interesting facts:
The more the man ran, the greater loss of the body fat.
The more they ran, the greater increase in food intake.
Thus, those who ran the most ate the most, yet lost the greatest amount of body fat.

<question>:
According to the passage, how many people in 900 Americans have a "weight problem"?

<options>:
A 150.
B 300.
C 600.
D 270.

<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 United States, 30 percent of the people have a "weight problem". To many people the cause is obvious  : they eat too much. But scientific evidence   does little to support this idea. Going back to America of 1910, we find that people were thinner than today, yet they at e more food. In those days people worked harder physically, walked more, used machines much less, and didn't watch television.
Several modern studies, moreover, have shown that fatter people don't eat more on average than thinner people. A 1979 study of 3,545 London office workers showed that fat people eat less than slim   people.
Studies also show that slim people are more active than fat people. A study by a research group at Stanford University found the following interesting facts:
The more the man ran, the greater loss of the body fat.
The more they ran, the greater increase in food intake.
Thus, those who ran the most ate the most, yet lost the greatest amount of body fat.

<question>:
Is there any scientific evidence to support the idea that eating too much is the cause of a "weight problem"?

<options>:
A Yes, there is plenty of evidence.
B Of course, there is some evidence to support this.
C There is hardly any scientific evidence to support this.
D We are not sure.

<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 United States, 30 percent of the people have a "weight problem". To many people the cause is obvious  : they eat too much. But scientific evidence   does little to support this idea. Going back to America of 1910, we find that people were thinner than today, yet they at e more food. In those days people worked harder physically, walked more, used machines much less, and didn't watch television.
Several modern studies, moreover, have shown that fatter people don't eat more on average than thinner people. A 1979 study of 3,545 London office workers showed that fat people eat less than slim   people.
Studies also show that slim people are more active than fat people. A study by a research group at Stanford University found the following interesting facts:
The more the man ran, the greater loss of the body fat.
The more they ran, the greater increase in food intake.
Thus, those who ran the most ate the most, yet lost the greatest amount of body fat.

<question>:
The Americans in 1910   _  .

<options>:
A ate more food and had more physical activities
B ate less food but had more physical activities
C ate less food and had less physical activities
D had more problems

<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>:
Jobs and work do much more than most of us realize to provide happiness and contentment.We're all used to thinking that work provides the material things of life--the goods and services that make our modern civilization possible.But we are much less conscious of the degree to which work provides the more important psychological wellbeing that can make the difference between a full and an empty life.
Historically,work has been associated with slavery and sin  and punishment.And in our own day we are used to bearing traditional complaints.Against this background,it may well come as a surprise to learn that not only psychologists but other behavioral scientists have come to accept the positive contribution of work to the individual's happiness and sense of personal achievement.Work is more than a necessity for most human beings;it is the focus of their lives,the source of their identity and creativity.
Rather than a punishment of a burden,work is the opportunity to realize one's potential.And the opposite is true,too.For large numbers of people,the absence of work is harmful to their health.Retirement often brings many problems surrounding the "What do I do with myself?"question,even though there may be no financial cares.Large numbers of people regularly get headaches and other illnesses on weekends when they don't have their jobs to go to,and must take care of themselves.It has been observed that unemployment,quite apart from financial pressures,brings enormous psychological troubles and that many individuals'conditions become worse rapidly when jobless.
But why?Why should work be such a significant source of human satisfaction?A good share of the answer rests in the kind of pride that is stimulated by the job,by the activity of accomplishing.

<question>:
Which of the following statements can NOT be learned from the passage?

<options>:
A People feel happier and more content than they realize when working.
B Work is likely to provide you with the chance of achieving your potential.
C Happiness can only be gained through working.
D A lot of people will suffer physically and psychologically without 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>:
Jobs and work do much more than most of us realize to provide happiness and contentment.We're all used to thinking that work provides the material things of life--the goods and services that make our modern civilization possible.But we are much less conscious of the degree to which work provides the more important psychological wellbeing that can make the difference between a full and an empty life.
Historically,work has been associated with slavery and sin  and punishment.And in our own day we are used to bearing traditional complaints.Against this background,it may well come as a surprise to learn that not only psychologists but other behavioral scientists have come to accept the positive contribution of work to the individual's happiness and sense of personal achievement.Work is more than a necessity for most human beings;it is the focus of their lives,the source of their identity and creativity.
Rather than a punishment of a burden,work is the opportunity to realize one's potential.And the opposite is true,too.For large numbers of people,the absence of work is harmful to their health.Retirement often brings many problems surrounding the "What do I do with myself?"question,even though there may be no financial cares.Large numbers of people regularly get headaches and other illnesses on weekends when they don't have their jobs to go to,and must take care of themselves.It has been observed that unemployment,quite apart from financial pressures,brings enormous psychological troubles and that many individuals'conditions become worse rapidly when jobless.
But why?Why should work be such a significant source of human satisfaction?A good share of the answer rests in the kind of pride that is stimulated by the job,by the activity of accomplishing.

<question>:
Traditionally,people are used to believing   _  .

<options>:
A work is related to negative aspects
B happiness has nothing to do with work
C identity and creativity depend on work
D work is not only a necessity for humans but the focus of their lives

<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>:
Jobs and work do much more than most of us realize to provide happiness and contentment.We're all used to thinking that work provides the material things of life--the goods and services that make our modern civilization possible.But we are much less conscious of the degree to which work provides the more important psychological wellbeing that can make the difference between a full and an empty life.
Historically,work has been associated with slavery and sin  and punishment.And in our own day we are used to bearing traditional complaints.Against this background,it may well come as a surprise to learn that not only psychologists but other behavioral scientists have come to accept the positive contribution of work to the individual's happiness and sense of personal achievement.Work is more than a necessity for most human beings;it is the focus of their lives,the source of their identity and creativity.
Rather than a punishment of a burden,work is the opportunity to realize one's potential.And the opposite is true,too.For large numbers of people,the absence of work is harmful to their health.Retirement often brings many problems surrounding the "What do I do with myself?"question,even though there may be no financial cares.Large numbers of people regularly get headaches and other illnesses on weekends when they don't have their jobs to go to,and must take care of themselves.It has been observed that unemployment,quite apart from financial pressures,brings enormous psychological troubles and that many individuals'conditions become worse rapidly when jobless.
But why?Why should work be such a significant source of human satisfaction?A good share of the answer rests in the kind of pride that is stimulated by the job,by the activity of accomplishing.

<question>:
Which best describes the author's attitude towards work in the passage?

<options>:
A Doubtful.
B Concerned.
C Approving.
D Neutral.

<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>:
A university professor recently made several testes with different animals to find out which was the cleverest. He found out that the monkey was cleverer than other animals.
   In one test the professor put a monkey in a room where there were several small boxes. Some boxes were inside other boxes. One small box had some food inside of it. The professor wanted to watch the monkey and to find out how long it would take the monkey to find the food. The professor left the room. He waited a few minutes outside the door. Then he got down on his knees and put his eye to the keyhole. What did he see? To his surprise he found himself looking into the eye of the monkey. The monkey was on the other side of the door and looked at the professor through the keyhole.

<question>:
The professor wondered

<options>:
A whether animals were clever.
B how clever a monkey was.
C which animal was the cleverest.
D if the monkey was cleverer than other animals.

<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>:
A university professor recently made several testes with different animals to find out which was the cleverest. He found out that the monkey was cleverer than other animals.
   In one test the professor put a monkey in a room where there were several small boxes. Some boxes were inside other boxes. One small box had some food inside of it. The professor wanted to watch the monkey and to find out how long it would take the monkey to find the food. The professor left the room. He waited a few minutes outside the door. Then he got down on his knees and put his eye to the keyhole. What did he see? To his surprise he found himself looking into the eye of the monkey. The monkey was on the other side of the door and looked at the professor through the keyhole.

<question>:
The professor wanted to watch the monkey

<options>:
A look for the small boxes.
B look for the food
C move the boxes.
D eat the food.

<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>:
A university professor recently made several testes with different animals to find out which was the cleverest. He found out that the monkey was cleverer than other animals.
   In one test the professor put a monkey in a room where there were several small boxes. Some boxes were inside other boxes. One small box had some food inside of it. The professor wanted to watch the monkey and to find out how long it would take the monkey to find the food. The professor left the room. He waited a few minutes outside the door. Then he got down on his knees and put his eye to the keyhole. What did he see? To his surprise he found himself looking into the eye of the monkey. The monkey was on the other side of the door and looked at the professor through the keyhole.

<question>:
After the professor left the room, the monkey began to

<options>:
A guard the door
B look at the keyhole
C watch the door
D put one of its eyes to the keyhole

<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>:
A university professor recently made several testes with different animals to find out which was the cleverest. He found out that the monkey was cleverer than other animals.
   In one test the professor put a monkey in a room where there were several small boxes. Some boxes were inside other boxes. One small box had some food inside of it. The professor wanted to watch the monkey and to find out how long it would take the monkey to find the food. The professor left the room. He waited a few minutes outside the door. Then he got down on his knees and put his eye to the keyhole. What did he see? To his surprise he found himself looking into the eye of the monkey. The monkey was on the other side of the door and looked at the professor through the keyhole.

<question>:
What was the thing that surprised the professor? The monkey

<options>:
A found the keyhole
B was on the other side of the door
C got down on its knees
D was watching him through the keyhole A

<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>:
A university professor recently made several testes with different animals to find out which was the cleverest. He found out that the monkey was cleverer than other animals.
   In one test the professor put a monkey in a room where there were several small boxes. Some boxes were inside other boxes. One small box had some food inside of it. The professor wanted to watch the monkey and to find out how long it would take the monkey to find the food. The professor left the room. He waited a few minutes outside the door. Then he got down on his knees and put his eye to the keyhole. What did he see? To his surprise he found himself looking into the eye of the monkey. The monkey was on the other side of the door and looked at the professor through the keyhole.

<question>:
What's the best title of the passage?

<options>:
A A university professor
B A clever monkey
C One test
D We don't know

<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>:
For a long time, a boy wondered why his next-desk-pal was always the first in the class, whereas he could only rank the 21st. At home, he asked his mom, "Am I more stupid than other kids? How come I always lag behind? I just can't come up with an answer." Mom was aware that her son's self-respect had been damaged by the ranking system, but she didn't know what to say to help.
She was tempted   to say that intelligence differs and that yes, her son's friend really was the smarter boy. But that would have so upset her son. Thank goodness she resisted the temptation to say it.
Her son and his friend went on to high school that year, but despite trying as hard as he could, her son's friend still outdid him. But she was proud of her boy for his hard work, sincerely proud. It was around this time she decided to take him on a trip to the seaside. On the trip, she at last found an answer for him.
Today her son no longer cares about rankings. He doesn't have to, for he himself is now the top of the class - at the top national university he attends. Invited to speak to his old high school, he mentioned a valuable childhood experience: "Once, on a trip to the sea, my mother and I were lying on the beach. She pointed to the sea and said to me: 'Do you see the seabirds fighting for food out there? When a wave comes near, the little birds rise quickly. The "clumsy" seagulls   are far less agile   and have to struggle to get away from the wave. But these "clumsy" birds prove to have the biggest, strongest wings, which open the widest and allow the bird to travel the furthest. When the season changes, they leave for foreign shores, leaving the little birds behind. Son, I have a feeling that you are one of those seagulls."

<question>:
The mom was glad she didn't give an answer at first because   _  .

<options>:
A she knew her son would forget his rankings soon
B she felt intelligence doesn't mean everything
C she knew he was not strong enough for the truth
D she wanted to avoid another blow to her son's self-respect

<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>:
Attention to detail is something everyone can and should do -- especially in tight job market. Bob Crossley, a human-resources expert notices this in the job applications that come across his desk every day. "It's amazing how many candidates _ themselves," he says.
"Resumes  arrive with faults. Some candidates don't bother to spell the company's name correctly. Once I see a mistake, I cross out the candidates," Crossley concludes. "If they cannot take care of these details, why should we trust them with a job?"
Can we pay too much attention to details? Perfectionists struggle over little things at the cost of something larger they work toward. "To keep from losing the forest for the trees," says Charles Garfield, the professor at the University of California, San Francisco, "We must constantly ask ourselves how the details we're working on fit into the larger picture. If they don't, we should drop them and move to something else."
Garfield compares this process to his work as a computer scientist at NASA. "The Apollo II moon launch was slightly off course 90 percent of the time," says Garfield. "But a successful landing was still likely because we knew the exact position of our goal. This allowed us to make adjustments as necessary." Knowing where to go helps us judge the importance of every task we undertake.
Too often we believe what accounts for others' success is some special secret or a lucky break. But rarely is success so mysterious. Again and again, we see that by doing little things within our grasp well, large rewards follow.

<question>:
According to the passage, some job applicants were rejected because  _  .

<options>:
A they failed to present resumes that are free of mistakes
B they failed to give a detailed description of their background
C they crossed out their names from the applicants list themselves
D their handwriting on the resume was hard to recognize

<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>:
Attention to detail is something everyone can and should do -- especially in tight job market. Bob Crossley, a human-resources expert notices this in the job applications that come across his desk every day. "It's amazing how many candidates _ themselves," he says.
"Resumes  arrive with faults. Some candidates don't bother to spell the company's name correctly. Once I see a mistake, I cross out the candidates," Crossley concludes. "If they cannot take care of these details, why should we trust them with a job?"
Can we pay too much attention to details? Perfectionists struggle over little things at the cost of something larger they work toward. "To keep from losing the forest for the trees," says Charles Garfield, the professor at the University of California, San Francisco, "We must constantly ask ourselves how the details we're working on fit into the larger picture. If they don't, we should drop them and move to something else."
Garfield compares this process to his work as a computer scientist at NASA. "The Apollo II moon launch was slightly off course 90 percent of the time," says Garfield. "But a successful landing was still likely because we knew the exact position of our goal. This allowed us to make adjustments as necessary." Knowing where to go helps us judge the importance of every task we undertake.
Too often we believe what accounts for others' success is some special secret or a lucky break. But rarely is success so mysterious. Again and again, we see that by doing little things within our grasp well, large rewards follow.

<question>:
The example of Apollo II moon launch is given to show that  _  .

<options>:
A minor mistakes can be ignored
B failure is the mother of success
C adjustments are the key to the successful completion of any work
D keeping one's goal in mind helps decide which details can be overlooked

<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>:
Evening Workshops
Optional evening workshops will be held at small restaurants or other meeting places near the conference hotel. Meals and other costs are not included but are also optional. Locations will be announced at the conference site. Workshops are very loosely organized and most represent discussions that have been held at Society for Economic Botany (SEB) meetings over a series of years.
Workshop 1: Student Network
Date: Wednesday evening, Feb. 5th
Chairs: Hugo de Boer and Arika Virapongse
Sponsor: Society for Economic Botany
Description: Student members of the SEB hold a networking mixer each year in order to meet each other and to become familiar with a variety of educational programs and faculty advisors . Faculty members who are part of training programs are encouraged to join the mixer to meet and talk with students.
Workshop 2: Botanical Film Making
Date: Wednesday evening, Feb. 5th
Chair: David Strauch
Sponsor: University of Hawaii
Description: Digital film making is a particularly useful tool of linking cultural information to recognizable plants. This workshop is aimed towards increasing the quality of material recorded by giving participants greater control over the medium. We will cover technical aspects (e.g. camera settings, audio), technical aspects (framing, lighting, focus), and some ways of presenting the material. Experienced filmmakers are encouraged to attend, and participants are welcome to bring their own camera equipment.
Workshop 3: Collections for Botany-- Collections Development and Management
Date: Friday evening, Feb. 7th
Chair: Jan Salick
Sponsor: Society for Economic Botany
Description: SEB is a network of researchers who have been developing standards for the development of collections of artifacts, plant samples and related materials. Participants discuss successes, problems, and funding sources for solving management issues.

<question>:
One of the purposes of a networking mixer held each year is to   _  .

<options>:
A provide students with greater control over the media
B help the students to be familiar with educational programs
C help the students to deal with most of the environment issues
D link cultural information to recognizable plants

<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>:
Evening Workshops
Optional evening workshops will be held at small restaurants or other meeting places near the conference hotel. Meals and other costs are not included but are also optional. Locations will be announced at the conference site. Workshops are very loosely organized and most represent discussions that have been held at Society for Economic Botany (SEB) meetings over a series of years.
Workshop 1: Student Network
Date: Wednesday evening, Feb. 5th
Chairs: Hugo de Boer and Arika Virapongse
Sponsor: Society for Economic Botany
Description: Student members of the SEB hold a networking mixer each year in order to meet each other and to become familiar with a variety of educational programs and faculty advisors . Faculty members who are part of training programs are encouraged to join the mixer to meet and talk with students.
Workshop 2: Botanical Film Making
Date: Wednesday evening, Feb. 5th
Chair: David Strauch
Sponsor: University of Hawaii
Description: Digital film making is a particularly useful tool of linking cultural information to recognizable plants. This workshop is aimed towards increasing the quality of material recorded by giving participants greater control over the medium. We will cover technical aspects (e.g. camera settings, audio), technical aspects (framing, lighting, focus), and some ways of presenting the material. Experienced filmmakers are encouraged to attend, and participants are welcome to bring their own camera equipment.
Workshop 3: Collections for Botany-- Collections Development and Management
Date: Friday evening, Feb. 7th
Chair: Jan Salick
Sponsor: Society for Economic Botany
Description: SEB is a network of researchers who have been developing standards for the development of collections of artifacts, plant samples and related materials. Participants discuss successes, problems, and funding sources for solving management issues.

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

<options>:
A Evening workshops will be held at small restaurants with meals included.
B Faculty advisers can join the mixer without training experience.
C Workshops have nothing to do with the discussions held at SEB meetings.
D Participants have more than one option on Feb. 5th than another night.

<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>:
Evening Workshops
Optional evening workshops will be held at small restaurants or other meeting places near the conference hotel. Meals and other costs are not included but are also optional. Locations will be announced at the conference site. Workshops are very loosely organized and most represent discussions that have been held at Society for Economic Botany (SEB) meetings over a series of years.
Workshop 1: Student Network
Date: Wednesday evening, Feb. 5th
Chairs: Hugo de Boer and Arika Virapongse
Sponsor: Society for Economic Botany
Description: Student members of the SEB hold a networking mixer each year in order to meet each other and to become familiar with a variety of educational programs and faculty advisors . Faculty members who are part of training programs are encouraged to join the mixer to meet and talk with students.
Workshop 2: Botanical Film Making
Date: Wednesday evening, Feb. 5th
Chair: David Strauch
Sponsor: University of Hawaii
Description: Digital film making is a particularly useful tool of linking cultural information to recognizable plants. This workshop is aimed towards increasing the quality of material recorded by giving participants greater control over the medium. We will cover technical aspects (e.g. camera settings, audio), technical aspects (framing, lighting, focus), and some ways of presenting the material. Experienced filmmakers are encouraged to attend, and participants are welcome to bring their own camera equipment.
Workshop 3: Collections for Botany-- Collections Development and Management
Date: Friday evening, Feb. 7th
Chair: Jan Salick
Sponsor: Society for Economic Botany
Description: SEB is a network of researchers who have been developing standards for the development of collections of artifacts, plant samples and related materials. Participants discuss successes, problems, and funding sources for solving management issues.

<question>:
You are a college student, interested in plants and good at taking TV pictures. Which of the Evening Workshops is most suitable for you?

<options>:
A Collections for Botany.
B Botanical Film Making.
C Student Network.
D Society for Economic Botany.

<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>:
Is technology making us unhealthy? Are computers affecting our health? Many people think high--tech products have affected us because we spend more time playing on computers, watching TV and using our mobile phones to talk, text and play games.
Our bodies: Levels of obesity are rising, especially young children. But this isn't just a problem about what we eat. Many people, especially teenagers, like sitting in front of TV sets or computers for hours, just watching or playing games. As a result, they do less exercise.
Our brains: Research into the effects on the human brain while playing computer games is ongoing. Recent studies have looked at the impact on beta brainwave activity, which is important for emotional development, planning and self-control. Though we haven't evidence to show how it affects us, researchers think that tiredness may affect the levels of beta brainwave activity, and sitting in front of a TV set or computer for a long time easily causes one to feel tired. So parents who don't want to spoil their children's fun should control the time they spend on the computer.
Communication: As leading computer game consumers, are we spending too much time in front of computers? Does it mean that we spend less time communicating with other people? What effect does this have on our lives?
It certainly seems that children today are spending more time indoors than their parents did when they were young. Children used to play in the streets or in parks regularly. Today, empty parks clearly show how "play time" has changed because of advances in affordable technology like home computers.

<question>:
According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?

<options>:
A We can only use computers to play games instead of doing other things.
B Teenagers today take less exercise than their parents when they were young.
C Research has shown how playing computers games affects our brains.
D Parents should keep their children away from computers for their health.

<answer>: