B

Driving a car is more stressful than traveling by bus, according to a new research. A study by Dr David Lewis will be used as a major part of the Greener Journeys campaign. The aim is to persuade motorists up and down the country to abandon their cars for one billion journeys in the next four years — in favor of traveling by bus.

Dr Lewis, from the University of Sussex, conducted an experiment in which the heart rate and EDR (皮肤电反应) of 30 volunteers were measured when taking identical or similar journeys by car as a driver and by bus as a passenger. The results indicated that stress was, on average, 33% lower when traveling by bus.

EDR measures the change in the response of a person’s skin to anxiety or stress. EDR can be a hidden stress. This type of stress can have long-term physical and emotional impacts. Taking a bus can produce long-term benefits.

Dr Lewis said there are three main factors that make driving a car stressful: heavy traffic causes the brain to work harder, traffic jams cause a build-up of anger and there is a sense of frustration that a person is “wasting one’s life” because few things can be done at the same time as driving. The study shows that driving in traffic jams now outweighs (超过) any previous benefits that driving in a private car once gave.

The Greener Journeys campaign will encourage people to get out of their cars and go by bus where it is convenient and realistic to switch. Claire Haigh, a spokesman for Greener Journeys, said the findings might persuade drivers — who were already concerned about CO2 emissions — that traveling by bus had health benefits as well as environmental ones. One fifth of motorists would be prepared to change to public transport for reasons to do with the environment. Just one double-decker bus can take 75 cars off the road, fairly reducing emissions levels.

60. According to the text, EDR ________.

A. reflects people’s ability in sports        B. isn’t as obvious as anxiety or anger

C. has an immediate effect on health       D. may create long-term benefits

61. Which of the following is NOT the cause that makes drivers stressed?

A. Drivers fear that there might be something wrong with their car.

B. Drivers focus on traffic with brains working at full speed.

C. Drivers feel more and more annoyed by serious traffic jams.

D. Drivers feel frustrated with their time being wasted in the traffic jam.

62. From the text we know that ________.

A. taking buses is good for health and the environment

B. governments should limit the production of cars

C. taking cars is the only cause of the emission of greenhouse gases

D. buses would become the main means of transportation in the future

63. We may read the text online in the section of ________.

A. economy       B. fashion        C. lifestyle       D. entertainment

C

RESUME

DOUGLAS V. FERNETTI

Address: 636 Rugar Street  Joliet, Illinois  60451

Date of Birth: June 5, 1960

Height: 6'0" (183cm)             Weight: 195 lbs. (89kg)     Health: Excellent

Phone: 309 876 –0012          Married: Helen             Son: Jim (2)

EXPERIENCE

1978 to 1983:  Joliet Bridge Company, Joliet, Illinois.

Began as a learner and became accomplished journey-man pattern maker.

1983 to Present: Joliet Bridge Company, Joliet, Illinois.

Promoted to Forman, Pattern Division. Responsibilities include the supervision of fourteen personnel, maintaining work schedules and making assignments, maintaining stock inventories, and supervising two learners.

PERSONAL ACTIVITIES

From 1979 to 1983 attended evening school in order to complete high school education. Received H.S. Diploma from the State University of Illinois in 1983. Since 1983 have attended evening classes at Joliet Community College. Have completed eighteen semester hours credit with nine hours in personnel management. Other activities include regular church attendance, member of ELKS, and help with Little League.

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Although I have been very happy at Joliet Bridge and have had excellent opportunity, it is necessary that I move my family due to my son’s allergies (过敏症). In this respect, desire a position in the Southwest United States. I am willing to consider a position as a pattern maker, tool and die maker, or as a supervisor. My major attributes are my reliability and loyalty to my company and my ability to work with others.

REFERENCES

References are available upon request.

64. What does Douglas do at present in Joliet Bridge Company?

A. Pattern maker.                         B. Leader of Pattern Division.

C. Member of ELKS.                         D. Learner.

65. What was Douglas doing in 1982?

A. Working in Joliet Bridge Company.    B. Studying at Joliet Community College.

C. Helping with Little League.       D. A, B and C.

66. Why does Douglas want to leave Joliet Bridge Company?

A. Because he is not satisfied with his present job.

B. Because he has not been successful in the company.

C. Because he does not get along well with his colleagues.

D. Because his son is not used to the weather in Illinois.

67. If you want to know the age of Douglas' son, what can you do?

A. Write to 636 Rugar Street.          B. Telephone 309 876-0012.

C. Ask his wife Helen.                    D. Find it in the resume.

D

They have frightened some and attracted others. They are Wenlock and Mandeville, mascots of the London Olympic Games.

Since both of them have a camera for an eye, they are called one-eyed mascots. Their cameras will capture every great event on their journey to 2012. And they both have a taxi light on their heads, like the world-famous London black cabs. Wenlock’s head shape is meant to represent an Olympic podium and the three medals won in each event. Mandeville’s head features the three Paralympic colors.

Wenlock is the name of the English village considered by many to be the birthplace of the modern Olympics. People think its local games inspired Baron Pierre de Coubertin, who founded the International Olympic Committee.

The other mascot’s name is a reference to the village of Stoke Mandeville, where the Paralympic movement began.

The mascots are a central part of London’s business strategy and will feature in everything from T-shirts to tea towels. No doubt they will be seen under children’s arms as their favorite toys.

The 2012 Committee Chairman, Sebastian Coe, said, “We want them to be part of our fan base. We want them to engage with young people. They have in large part been designed and driven by what young people want.”

Young fans like their mascots to come with a backstory. Children’s author Michael Morpurgo came up with the idea that the mascots origin was from the last drops of molten steel left over from the construction of the Olympic Stadium.

Adults and organizers might argue but the most important audience for Wenlock and Mandeville are children. Ten-year-old Kira, from Essex in England, wrote to the BBC to say: “I think they are lovely! I love the Olympics and so does my sister!”

68. The two mascots are designed to have one eye each to represent _______.

A. a London taxi light                   B. a camera to record great events

C. a medal they will win                 D. the Olympic color

69. One of the mascots is called Wenlock because ________.

A. a famous cartoon figure is called Wenlock

B. it is the name of the village considered to be the birthplace of the modern Olympics

C. the first modern Olympic Games took place in the small village

D. the Paralympic movement began in the small village

70. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?

A. The mascots are made from the last drops of molten steel left over from the construction of the Olympic Stadium.

B. The mascots are designed and created by young people.

C. The mascots are mainly designed for the organizers’ business strategy.

D. Ten-year-old Kira liked the two mascots of the London Olympic Games.

第二节(共5小题;每小题2分，满分10分)

There are many factors which may have an influence on adults and children being able to lead a healthy life.

71      . Often, both parents work outside the home. Children are expected to take on more responsibility at home to help their parents. They also have sporting and leisure activities as well as school expectations.

The business also adds another factor: The need to use cars to get from one place to another quickly.      72     . Computers，DVDs，CDs，television，PlayStations and Xboxes have become major leisure activities，rather than traditional more active pursuits. This has led to a lifestyle of less exercise.

73     . Unfortunately, they also promote fast food which fits easily into busy lifestyles. It is much more convenient at times to buy a quick takeaway rather than prepare a meal. The media constantly bombard (轰炸) their audience with “perfect” body images，the need to buy the most fashionable clothes，the most up-to-date computer games，the best places to visit and the best things to do.

Environments vary，     74     . This can be harmful to people who suffer from breathing difficulties. Environments where passive smoking is unavoidable make it difficult to lead a healthy life.

75     . Any person who wants to be healthy will find a way to be healthy — if he/she is motivated enough!

A.The media provide entertainment and information.

B.Advertisements play an important role in people’s life.

C.We may be exposed to pollution, such as cigarette smoke.

D.Nowadays，people are very busy.

E.People are living in a bad air environment.

F.The important one is motivation or the desire to be healthy

G.Today society places a lot of emphasis on technology.

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