Canadian scientists have found that the more emotional or mental challenges a person faces in a day, the less determined they become to work out physically.
However, the findings should not stop us from keeping fit. Experts believe that willpower(意志力) is like a muscle, and needs to be exercised to help one avoid the temptation(诱惑) spending a night on the couch instead.
Kathleen Martin-Ginis, a professor of kinesiology-the science of movement—who led the study, says everyone has a limited amount of willpower, and that it will be reduced by stress. Miss Martin-Ginis, of Canada's McMaster University, explains," Cognitive(认知的) tasks, as well as tasks such as regulating one's emotions, can reduce one's capacity to force oneself to exercise. "
Her team of scientists performed a so-called "Stroop" test on volunteers to reach their conclusions. The experiment involved showing participants words associated with colors but printed in different colors-for example, the word "blue" written in red ink Participants were divided into two groups. One group was asked to name the color of the ink, instead to say the printed word, while the other wasn't Martin-Girus says, "After we used this cognitive task to use up their self-regulatory capacity, the participants didn't exercise as hard as those who had not performed the task " The more people concentrated on the cognitive task, the more likely they were to skip exercise sessions(活动时间) over the next eight week You only have so much willpower.
However, there are ways to strengthen willpower. The study found the listening to music before going to the gym can help, as well as making a commitment to work out with friends. It also concluded that willpower can be stretched by constant cake, or forcing oneself to study an extra hour each night
Martin- Ginis adds," There are strategies people can use to help revitalize(使恢复活动) themselves after they've used up their self-regulation Willpower is like a muscle: it needs to be used to stay strong. "
43. According to the experts, human willpower .
A. can be exercised through muscle movement
B. can regulate itself to resist temptations
C. is weakened by stressful cognitive or emotional tasks
D. is reduced by lack of physical exercise
44. We learn from Paragraph 4 that the experiment__________
A. made use of the Stroop test
B. asked one group of participants to name the words
C. required researchers to write the word "blue" in red ink to make it easily recognizable
D. showed that those who hadn't performed the task were smarter than those who had
45. All the following are ways to strengthen one's willpower EXCEPT
A. listening to music before doing exercise
B. promising to work out with friends
C. training oneself repeatedly to resist temptations
D. forcing oneself to do the same thing each day
46. What can we infer from the passage? ,
A. Will power can be challenged to become powerful.
B. McMaster University is famous for its kinesiology.
C. Effective ways to resist temptations have been found
D. The study has an impact on the science of movement
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Don’t be surprised when strangers talk to you in Canada! You will find that many Canadians will smile at you as they pass in the street, or say something to you like “Hi!” or “How’s it going?” Just reply with something similar. In the UK the reply would be “I’m fine”, but in Canada they say “I’m good”.
In company, when someone is offering you a second helping of food or more wine, if you don’t want any more, use the same expression— “I’m good”. In this case, it means “No, thank you. I’ve had enough”. Most Canadians don't press you to eat more than you want.
In restaurant, your plate will be cleared away almost immediately you have finished eating. When you go into a shop or store, the shop assistant asks you how you are or if they can help you, it is their way of being friendly and making conversation with the customers.
Canadians eat early and go home early. When you are invited to a Canadian’s home, you may be asked to arrive at 5:30 pm or 6 pm. But guests in Europe don’t expect to arrive until 7:30 pm or 8 pm. Remember to take off your shoes and leave them inside the door without being asked. It’s not a religious custom, but it’s practical. In winter, there can be a lot of snow and dirt on your shoes, once you are in the warm house it melts and falls off, making a mess. Canadians tend to have light colored carpets or hardwood floors.
If you’re invited for dinner, it will be a full sit- down meal. Meat is usually barbecued in the freezing cold of winter. Do take something with you, like a bottle of wine. Arrive on time and don’t stay over 10 pm.
Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
A. “I’m good” can mean you do not need more food in Canada.
B. In Canada, you will meet strangers in the street saying “Hi” to you.
C. In a Canadian restaurant, the plates will stay at the table until you leave.
D. Canadians usually say “I’m good” to answer the greeting of “How’s it going?”
If you are invited for dinner in your Canadian friend’s home, ________.
A. you will have a full sit-down meal
B. you don’t have to bring any gift for the host
C. you are expected to arrive at 7:30 or 8 pm
D. you don’t have to take off your shoes when you enter the room
When a Canadian shop assistant says “How are you?” to you, it suggests that _______.
A. they hope to make friends with you
B. they want to ask you for help
C. they are very friendly to customers
D. they are your good friends
What can we learn from the passage?
A. Canadians like dark colored carpets.
B. In Canada, meat will not be barbecued even in the cold winter.
C. You will always be asked to eat more food than you want in Canada.
D. It is usually rude to stay over 10 pm in your Canadian friend’s home.
What would be the best title for this passage?
A. Some customs in Canada
B. Dinner party rules in Canada
C. Studying in Canada
D. Doing business in Canada
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[l] Canadian culture was heavily influenced by British culture and traditions．Now one can also notice the influence of American culture．Over the years, lots of people have moved to Canada．There has been a healthy change of Canadian' s ideas that has resulted in the development of certain special features in Canada．The people of Canada have always been proud of their diverse cultural backgrounds．
[2] Art: Canada has some of the most wonderful classical works of art．In the year 1930, artists began developing their own personal style．The "Group of Seven" is considered to be the first group of native artists to create their own style．
[3] Language and religion: Because of its diverse cultures, Canada has two official languages, English and French．There is _________．A number of people in Canada have confirmed that they have no religious belief, though there are many other groups that follow Protestantism as a religion．
[4] Literature: The literature of Canada basically shows the different cultural influences of other countries．Some of the early works were divided according to the region of Canada from which the author came, but there were also authors who gave a humorous touch to serious contents．A number of authors have been awarded for their literature works．
[5] Music: Music in Canada has seen many developments in styles along the way．Many Canadian; musicians have earned worldwide fame．From folk music to rock, Canadian music continues to entertain people．In recent years, music from Asia and Africa has found quite a fan following in Canada．
1.What is the main idea of the text? （no more than 3 words）
2.Fill in the blank in Paragraph 3 with proper words. （no more than 3 words）
3.What does the word “their” (Line 4, Para 1) refer to? （no more than 2 words）
4.Canadian culture has been influenced by many other countries．List all of them mentioned in the text.
5.Complete the following statement with proper words .(no more than 5 words)
Recently, music from Asia and Africa has become in Canada.
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(1)Canadian culture was heavily influenced by British culture and traditions. Now one can also notice the influence of American culture. Over the years, lots of people have moved to Canada. There has been a healthy change of Canadian’s ideas that has resulted in the development of certain special features in Canada. The people of Canada have always been proud of their diverse cultural backgrounds.
(2)Art：Canada has some of the most wonderful classical works of art . In the year 1930, artists began developing their own personal style. The“Group of seven”is considered to be the first group of native artists to create their own style.
(3)Language and religion：Because of its diverse cultures, Canada has two official languages, English and French. There is . A number of people in Canada have confirmed that they have no religious belief, though there are many other groups that follow Protestantism as areligion.
(4)Literature：The literature of Canada basically shows the different cultural influences of other countries. Some of the early works were divided according to the region of Canada from which the author came, but there were also authors who gave a humorous touch to serous contents. A number of authors have been awarded for their literature works.
(5)Music：Music in Canada has seen many developments in styles along the way. Many Canadian musicians have earned worldwide fame. From folk music to rock, Canadian music continues to entertain people. In recent years, music from Asia and Africa has found quite a fan following in Canada.
1.What is the main idea of the text?(no more than 3 words)
2.Who is the first group of native artists to create their own style of art? (no more than 4 words)
3.Fill in the blank in Paragraph 3 with proper words. (no more than 3 words)
4.What does the word“their”(Line 4, Para. 1) refer to? (no more than 2 words)
5.Canadian culture has been influenced by many other countries. List all of them mentioned in the text. (no more than 10 words)
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Canadian culture was heavily influenced by British culture and traditions. Now one can also notice the influence of American culture. Over the years, lots of people have moved to Canada. There has been a healthy change of Canadian’s ideas that has resulted in the development of certain special features in Canada. There people of Canada have always been proud of their diverse cultural backgrounds.
2Art: Canada has some of the most wonderful classical works of art. In the year of 1930, artists began developing their own personal style. The “Group of Seven” is considered to be the first group of native artists to create their own style.
Language and religion: Because of its diverse cultures, Canada has two official languages, English and French. There is . A number of people in Canada have confirmed that they have no religious belief, though there are many other groups that follow Protestantism as a religion.
Literature: The literature of Canada basically shows the different cultural influences of other countries. Some of the early works were divided according to the region of Canada from which the author came, but there were also authors who gave a humorous touch to serious contents. A number of authors have been awarded for their literature works.
Music: Music in Canada has seen many developments in styles along the way. Many Canada musicians have earned worldwide fame. From folk music to rock, Canadian music continues to entertain people. In recent years, music from Asia and Africa has found quite a fan following in Canada.
1. What is the main idea of the text? (no more than 3 words)
2. Fill in the blank in Paragraph 3 with proper words. (no more than 3 words)
3.What does the word “ their” ( Line 7, Para. 1 ) refer to? ( no more than 2 words)
4.Canadian culture has been influenced by many other countries. List all of them mentioned in the text. ( no more than 10 words)
5.Complete the following statement with proper words. (no more than 5 words )
Recently, music from Asia and Africa has become in Canada.
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Don’t be surprised when strangers talk to you in Canada! You will find that many Canadians will smile at you as they pass in the street, or say something to you like “Hi!” or “How’s it going?” Just reply with something similar. In the UK the reply would be “I’m fine”, but in Canada they say “I’m good”.
In company, when someone is offering you a second helping of food or more wine, if you don’t want any more, use the same expression— “I’m good”. In this case, it means “No, thank you. I’ve had enough”. Most Canadians don't press you to eat more than you want.
In restaurant, your plate will be cleared away almost immediately you have finished eating. When you go into a shop or store, the shop assistant asks you how you are or if they can help you, it is their way of being friendly and making conversation with the customers.
Canadians eat early and go home early. When you are invited to a Canadian’s home, you may be asked to arrive at 5:30 pm or 6 pm. But guests in Europe don’t expect to arrive until 7:30 pm or 8 pm. Remember to take off your shoes and leave them inside the door without being asked. It’s not a religious custom, but it’s practical. In winter, there can be a lot of snow and dirt on your shoes, once you are in the warm house it melts and falls off, making a mess. Canadians tend to have light colored carpets or hardwood floors.
If you’re invited for dinner, it will be a full sit- down meal. Meat is usually barbecued in the freezing cold of winter. Do take something with you, like a bottle of wine. Arrive on time and don’t stay over 10 pm.
1. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
|
A. |
“I’m good” can mean you do not need more food in Canada. |
|
B. |
In Canada, you will meet strangers in the street saying “Hi” to you. |
|
C. |
In a Canadian restaurant, the plates will stay at the table until you leave. |
|
D. |
Canadians usually say “I’m good” to answer the greeting of “How’s it going?” |
2. If you are invited for dinner in your Canadian friend’s home, ________.
|
A. |
you will have a full sit-down meal |
|
B. |
you don’t have to bring any gift for the host |
|
C. |
you are expected to arrive at 7:30 or 8 pm |
|
D. |
you don’t have to take off your shoes when you enter the room |
3. When a Canadian shop assistant says “How are you?” to you, it suggests that _______.
|
A. |
they hope to make friends with you |
|
B. |
they want to ask you for help |
|
C. |
they are very friendly to customers |
|
D. |
they are your good friends |
4. What can we learn from the passage?
|
A. |
Canadians like dark colored carpets. |
|
B. |
In Canada, meat will not be barbecued even in the cold winter. |
|
C. |
You will always be asked to eat more food than you want in Canada. |
|
D. |
It is usually rude to stay over 10 pm in your Canadian friend’s home. |
5.What would be the best title for this passage?
|
A. |
Some customs in Canada |
|
B. |
Dinner party rules in Canada |
|
C. |
Studying in Canada |
|
D. |
Doing business in Canada |
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