49. The text is mainly written to explain ____________ .

A. how to keep yourself from being hurt　　　 B. how to stay mentally healthy

C. how and when to remain calm　　　　　　 D. why and how to pardon others

48. It can be concluded from the text that ____________ .

A. better environment helps teenagers in their schoolwork

B. both active and passive pleasures are of most use to children

C. there should be more communication between parents and teachers

D. parents play a more important role than teachers in their children’s education

D

When someone has deeply hurt you, it can be extremely difficult to let go of your anger. But forgiveness is possible - and it can be surprisingly helpful to your physical and mental health. In­deed, research has shown that people who forgive report more energy, better appetite(胃口)and better sleep patterns. "People who forgive show less anger and more hopefulness," says Dr. Freder­ic Luskin, who wrote the book Forgive for Good. “So it can help save on the wear and tear on our system and allow people to feel more energetic."

So when someone has hurt you, calm yourself first. Take a couple of breaths and think of some­thing that gives you pleasure: a beautiful scene in nature, someone you love. Don’t wait for an apology. “Many times the person who hurt you may never think of apologizing," says Dr. Luskin. "They may have wanted to hurt you or they just don't see things the same way. So if you wait for people to apologize, you could be waiting a very long time. “Keep in mind that forgiveness does not necessarily mean accepting the action of the person who upset you. Mentally going over your hurt gives power to the person who brought you pain. Instead, learn to look for the love, beauty and kindness around you. Finally, try to see things from the other person' s perspective 视角). You may realize that he or she was acting out of ignorance(无知), fear even love. To gain perspec­tive, you may want to write a letter to yourself from that person’s point of view.

47. According to the text, which of the following is the most important for better learners?

A. More hobbies in their free time.　　　 B. Development of independence.

C. Better communication between them and teachers.

D. Good balance between active and passive pleasures.

46. Sometimes, a child may complain of headaches in order to ____________ .

A. go to see the doctor　　　　　　　　　 B. make his parents bored

C. refuse to offer help to his parents　　　 D. get more attention from his parents

45. The underlined part "Listening is also vital"(in Para. 2)means that it is also important _______ .

A. for children to listen to their parents' advice

B. for parents to take their children's ideas seriously

C. for parents to notice what their children do well

D. for children to know their parents' opinions and feelings

44. According to the text, parents should____________ .

A. not criticize their children

B. be very strict with their children

C. give more encouragement to their children

D. influence their children's attitude toward schools

43. The passage tells us that Sally Fields was ____________ .

A. proud all the time　　　　　　　　　 B. impolite when young

C. shy in her early years　　　　　　　 D. close to Jane Fonda

C

How Parents Can Help

Unfortunately, learning does not simply happen. As a mother and ex-teacher, I believe that good education involves not only the pupil and the teacher but also the parents. What, then, is the parents' role?

The atmosphere at home is bound to influence a child's attitude toward schoolwork. Parents should be positive and notice what their children do well, rewarding success with praise and occasional treats. Under no circumstances should children be made to look foolish for their efforts. Tell a child often enough that he is lazy or stupid and he is likely to become an adult without self-respect. Listening is also vital. Children need to be taken seriously, no matter how unimportant their ideas may appear. It lets them know that their opinions and feelings matter. We must be observant: able to detect physical signs of unhappiness. A child who keeps on complaining of headaches or sickness may well be crying out for help. He may not be up to the work demanded of him. On the other hand, it could be an indication of boredom. On no account should a child feel unable to approach his parents. The lines of communication must be kept open.

At the same time, we can help our children to become more independent, and consequently better learners, by giving them a few regular domestic chores that they can carry out successfully. In their free time, active rather than passive pleasures should be encouraged. In other words, reading is preferable to watching television. Above all, we must set an example. Children, in the end, will do as we do, not as we say. If we take an interest in hobbies, so will our children.

As they grow older, homework must be their responsibility. We can be of most use not by doing it for them(even if we are able to)but by discussing the problem and helping them to approach it in the correct way. In addition, we must ensure that the necessary space and equipment are provided. Teenagers need a quiet, well-lit area in which to study, with access to dictionaries and reference books. At this difficult age, although they may not show it, they also need to know that we care.

42. Which of the following is TRUE of Johnny Carson?

A. He dared to speak in front of a national audience

B. he did away with his shyness carefully

C. He was described as a hero in some legend books

D. He failed to become a good talk show host

41. The author believes it’s a waste of time to ____________ .

A. develop a healthy personality

B. talk with as many people as possible

C. study where shyness comes from

D. look for ways to do away with one’s shyness

40. In the author’s view, shyness can be explained as ____________ .

A. a disease that can be easily cured　　　 B. a not very normal mental condition

C. an emotional disability　　　　　　　　 D. something we pick up after birth