Finding out what kind and how much physical activity you need
How do I do it?
It’s your choice. Pick an activity that’s easy to fit into your life. Do at least 10 minutes of physical activity at a time. Choose aerobic activities that work for you. These make your heart beat faster and can make your heart, lungs, and blood vessels fitter. Also, do strengthening activities which make your muscles do more work than usual.
Why should I be physically active?
Physical activity can make you feel stronger and more alive. It is a fun way to be with your family or friends. It also helps you improve your health.
How many times a week should I be physically active?
It is up to you, but it is better to spread your activity throughout the week and to be active at least 3 days a week.
How do I build up more physical activity?
Do a little more each time. Once you feel comfortable, do it more often. Then you can trade activities at a moderate level for vigorous ones that take more effort. You can do moderate and vigorous activities in the same week.
How can I tell an activity at a moderate level from a vigorous one?
Vigorous activities take more effort than moderate ones. Here are just a few moderate and vigorous aerobic physical activities. Do these for 10 minutes or more at a time.
1.What is the main purpose of this text?
A. To give instruction in physics study.
B. To give advice on being physically active.
C. To urge people to abandon bad living habits.
D. To encourage students to be devoted to sports.
2.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as the advantage of being physically active?
A. Making you earn more.
B. Making your body healthier.
C. Making you feel more energetic.
D. Making your muscles work more effectively.
3.What would the author discuss in the paragraph that follows?
A. Kinds of moderate and vigorous activities.
B. Ways to get more information about physical activity.
C. The chart tells the activities that are important for you to do.
D. Aerobic activities and muscle strengthening activities.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where did Nancy’s cancer begin?
A. In her heart. B. In her brain. C. On her skin.
2.According to the man, why was Nancy able to get better?
A. Because of the pills she was taking.
B. Because of her positive attitude.
C. Because of the food she was eating.
3.What will the new foundation focus on?
A. Helping families deal with cancer.
B. Giving money for cancer research.
C. Helping individuals with their medical bills.
4.How can people get more information about the foundation now?
A. By going online.
B. By emailing Dale and Nancy anytime.
C. By calling the speaker and his wife.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.How did August Getty feel at New York Fashion Week?
A. Very nervous. B. A little strange. C. Really happy.
2.What did August Getty do as a child?
A. He wore his parents’ clothes.
B. He made clothes for spoons and forks.
C. He sewed clothes for his sister.
3.What did August Getty’s family think about his interest fashion?
A. They encouraged him.
B. They thought he was different.
C. They didn’t like his style at first.
4.Where might August Getty’s designs be seen the most?
A. At school. B. At a party. C. At work.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.When is the story of Heidi set?
A. In the early 1900s. B. In the late 1800s. C. In the 1950s.
2.How many versions of the movie are mentioned in the conversation?
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four.
3.Why does the woman think the actress of the latest version talented?
A. She is just like Shirley Temple.
B. She was chosen from many girls.
C. She read the original book.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.How does the woman comment on Facebook’s report?
A. People in the world are closely connected.
B. Many people are unwilling to share their lives.
C. Scientists don’t understand social connections.
2.How does the man feel about Facebook?
A. He doesn’t want an account.
B. He uses it to communicate with friends.
C. He likes to share his life with everyone.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What problems does the man have?
A. There is not enough room.
B. He can’t find Ms. Harper.
C. He can’t decide which product to display.
2.What solution is suggested?
A. Finding a larger space.
B. Choosing bright colors.
C. Showing fewer items.
