Researchers at North Dakota State University in the US found that there is a connection between the color red and anger. Angry people really do “see red” where others don’t. And a preference for red over blue may even suggest a more hostile personality.

The study includes a number of experiments. In the first, researchers asked a group of people which color they preferred, red or blue. Participants (參加者) then did personality tests. Results showed that those who chose red tended to be more hostile.

During a second test, participants looked at faded images that could be regarded either red or blue. Those who saw red scored 25 percent higher on hostility in the personality test.

“Hostile people have hostile thoughts; hostile thoughts are connected with the color red, and therefore hostile people see this color more frequently,” the researchers told The Independent.

Finally, the participants were told about imaginary situations in which they could take different actions. Results showed that in these situations, red-preferring people were more likely to show that they would harm another person than those who preferred blue.

“An important message from this research is that color can send psychological (心理的) meaning,” the researchers said.

Where does this connection between the color red and anger come from? Scientists said it might be a matter of evolution (進(jìn)化). In ancient times, poisonous plants and insects could cause wounds and bleeding. So it may have become instinctive (本能的) for people to link the color red with danger and threats.

【1】“Seeing red” is not just an expression for angry people, but also a _______.

A.legend storyB.funny joke

C.scientific factD.useful suggestion

【2】The underlined word “hostile” in the second paragraph means_____.

A.unfriendlyB.popular

C.upsetD.cheerful

【3】During a second test, those who saw red scored 25 percent ______ on hostility in the personality test.

A.lowerB.higher

C.moreD.cheerful

【4】In the final test, the participants were told about ______ in which they could take different actions.

A.faded imagesB.the true information

C.the same experienceD.imaginary situations

【5】Which of the following is NOT true about the study?

A.Participants did personality tests in the study.

B.Participants took three tests in the study.

C.Participants were tested on seven different colors.

D.Blue-preferring people were less likely to harm others.

【6】What does the last paragraph mainly talk about?

A.It tells us scientists’ new findings.

B.It explains why red is connected to anger.

C.It tells us the importance of evolution.

D.It shows us the poor living conditions of ancient people.

First aid is an important life skill that everyone should learn. Sept.13 is World First Aid Day. It’s time for us to learn more about this useful skill.

Just as its name suggests, first aid is the first step before a person gets expert medical help. It includes staying safe, helping someone feel better and staying calm. It also includes getting help---either by telling an adult_______ calling 120.

Recently in China, about 1.2 million emergency cases have taken place each year, according to Xinhua News Agency. Experts say that the first 10 minutes after an accident are important for saving a life.

CPR（心肺復(fù)蘇）is one of the most useful skills to save lives during these 10 minutes. It can help people who’ve suffered cardiac arrest (心臟驟停).According to the American Heart Association, about 92,000 people in the US are saved by people who_________CPR every year.

__________this, there are some other first aid skills that are helpful for daily accidents and illness.

Broken bones may happen as you play outside. You can support the injury with your hands or clothes to stop movement. Then, find an adult or call 120 for________help.

What if someone sprains(扭傷) his or her ankle(腳踝) ? The right way to________ first aid is to put something cold on the ankle, such as an ice bag or a cold drink bottle. Then, go to find an adult for help.

【1】A.nurseB.doctorC.teacherD.parents

【2】A.andB.butC.as well asD.or

【3】A.makeB.learnC.performD.practice

【4】A.According toB.BesidesC.IncludingD.Except

【5】A.nearerB.furtherC.deeperD.quicker

【6】A.offerB.getC.studyD.accept

Onthedayofthecontest,somepeoplecametothehighwayinfineclothing;somehadfancyhairstylesorbroughtgreatfood.Someyoungmencameintheirsportsclothesandranalongthehighway.Peopleraveledthehighwayallday.Buteachone c【3】tothekingthattherewasalargepileofstonesinthewaythathadblockedhisorhertravels.

Attheendoftheday,alonelytravelercrossedthefinishinglineandwalkedovertotheking.Hewastiredandd【4】butheshowedthekinggreatr【5】andhandedhimabagofgold. Heexplained:"Istoppedalongthewaytoclearapileofstones that was blocking the road. This bag of gold was under it all.Iwantyoutoreturnittoitsrightfulowner."

Thekingreplied: "You arethe rightful owner. You'veearned thisgold,foryouwonmycontest."

The man won the contest just b【6】 he was the only one who stopped to make the road smoother. Sometimes, the greatest prize comes not from helping y【7】, but from helping others.

Stephen Hawking was born on January 8, 1942 in Oxford, England. He is one of the 【1】(great) scientists. When he was young he liked to build models 【2】(see) how things worked. Stephen Hawking is f【3】 for his big bang (大爆炸) and black hole theories. He is disabled and doesn't have the 【4】(able) to walk. He works with the h【5】 of a wheelchair and a computer. He is now a professor of math in Cambridge University. His book A Brief History of Time is very popular all over the world.

A. stands for B. more C. products D. produces E. including

Mr. Zhang always selects 【1】with longer shelf life (保質(zhì)期）when he shops. He says this is to reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions such as carbon dioxide. Back in his office, Zhang works for an environmental website he and his friends set up two years ago. It provides all kind of information about low-carbon lifestyle, 【2】environment policies, tips on how to save energy and so on.

A low carbon lifestyle 【3】 a simpler, healthier way of living. Use a traditional clock instead of an electronic one; turn off the lights and air conditioning system when you leave a room; jog in a nearby park for 45 minutes instead of using your treadmill(跑步機(jī))... There is 【4】 you can do.

As the threat of climate change becomes more serious, it’s time for everyone to rethink their lifestyles and make responsible choices.

A. Riding B. reduced C. exercise D. among E. Taking

In China, an increasing number of people are becoming aware of climate change and environmental problems. Taking up a low-carbon way of living is a growing trend (傾向）【1】 young people.

Xiao Fang is one person making a difference by living a low-carbon life. Every day, it takes her 40 minutes to reach her office by bus. But she’s thinking of switching to a different mode of transportation — a bicycle. Xiao Fang said, “【2】 a bicycle takes the same amount of time as using public transportation. But it’s more convenient, and environmentally friendly. It’s also good 【3】 for me.

Professor Lin is also a champion(擁護(hù)者）of the low-carbon life style. Her office uses energy-saving lights, which are turned off automatically when not needed. This has greatly 【4】 electricity consumption. Another way to save energy is to double print the paper.

【1】在老師的幫助下，我的英語學(xué)習(xí)取得了很大的進(jìn)步。

With the help of my teachers, I have ____ great____ in English learning.

【2】里約奧運(yùn)會上，中國女排的姑娘們盡了她們最大的努力。

The girls of Chinese Women's Volleyball Team ____ ____ ______ in the Rio Olympics.

【3】她的心里充滿了幸福。

Her heart ____ ____ ____ happiness.

【4】我們都想過沒有遺憾的生活。

We all want to ____ ____ ____ without ____.

【5】對于大部分人來說，金錢并不意味著快樂。

Money doesn't ____ happiness ____ most people.

【1】Guo Jingming is a _______ (write). He has written some books.

【2】The boy can't join us because of his _______ (ill).

【3】We should learn how_______(look) after ourselves.

【4】The player _________ (name) Ma Long won a gold medal.

【5】_________ (sudden), we heard a big noise.

In 1901, Einstein began teaching. In 1902 he continued his studies at the University of Zurich. Several years 【3】 (late), he formulated(系統(tǒng)地闡述)his famous Theory of Relativity(相對論).To most people, the law of relativity is difficult to explain. But once Einstein explained it very 【4】 (good)to a group of young students. He said，“When you sit with a good girl for two hours, you think it is only a minute. But when you sit on a hot stove for a minute, you think it's two hours. That is relativity.”

After Hitler came into power in Germany, Einstein went to America. In 1940 Einstein became an 【5】 (America) citizen. In 1955, Einstein's life ended at the age of seventy-six.

【1】Mike’s hobby is playing basketball. ____ is listening to the music.(I)

【2】Congratulations! You are the ____ visitor today and you can get a big prize. ( hundred )

【3】Our teachers often say, “The more practice you do, the _____ mistakes you will make”.(few)

【4】Why not take an umbrella with you? The weather in spring is very ______.(change)

【5】Mr. Smith wanted to travel ______ to know more about the world. (wide)

【6】Peter is such a _____ person that nobody wants to make friends with him. (honest)

【7】They discussed the problem again and again, but they didn’t work out a ____.(solve)

【8】Jerry _____ in winning the race at the school sports meeting last week. (success )