They were once one of the most popular foods in China. Whether they were in our kitchen at home or in the luggage we traveled with, instant noodles weren’t too difficult to find. 1..
According to statistics from the World Instant Noodles Association in November, sales of instant noodles in China fell by nearly 10 billion packages from 2011 to 2016.
2.. This means that on average, every one of the 1.3 billion people in China consumed（消费）three packages of instant noodles a month that year.
The change could be due to the fact that instant noodles have failed to adapt to（适应）the changing taste of Chinese consumers, especially young people, who are the largest group of consumers of instant noodles.
“3.. I have just got tired of them and no longer eat instant noodles,” a man who works for an Internet company said.
Another reason could be the online meal ordering industry, which has greatly enlarged young people’s choices beyond instant noodles.
Almost 90 percent of students at Yangzhou University in Jiangsu Province said they ordered online meals, often on a weekly basis. And according to a survey in 2016, about 70 percent of young people ordered online meals at least once a week.4..
The rise of online meal ordering services shows that people have a higher demand for life quality and put more importance on health and nutrition, according to Shen Hongbing, a professor from Chongqing Technology and Business University.
“Instant noodles won’t disappear, although the market share will reduce,” Shen told Chongging Morning Post. “5..”
A. In 2011. 48.38 billion were sold
B. One example of non-natural foods is instant noodles
C. They will still be one of the foods familiar to many Chinese
D. Instant noodles are eaten due to the low cost and convenience
E. It’s been 10 years, but the taste of instant noodles is still the same
F. However, they seem to have fallen out of favor with Chinese people now
G. Online meal ordering services are convenient, quick and there are different choices
Have you ever noticed how Americans fill up their entire glass with ice and then pour their drinks in， but Europeans take their drinks at room temperature? In the U.S， they’ve created fridges that give you cold ice at the press of a button， but in Britain they typically serve their tap water warm.
This tradition — if that’s what you want to call it — dates back to the 19th century. During that time， it was already common for most American homes to have an ice box. Ice would be harvested in northern America or Canada and shipped across the Atlantic and sold at a high price in British department stores. Can you imagine heading to Macy’s to treat yourself to a block of ice?
Putting ice in the drink started to become somewhat of a fashion trend for the wealthy in Britain. Some would put a few cubes in their champagne（香槟酒）and sip at their iced drinks at high-class parties But， like any fashion trend， it eventually faded， mainly because the ice was just too expensive. And even once ice boxes began appearing in homes in Britain as well， Brits never took a liking to ice in their drinks.
So， next time you travel overseas， don’t feel offended（冒犯）when your server gives you an eye roll when you ask for ice water.
1.What can we infer about Brits?
A.They treat their guests to cold drinks.
B.They always follow what Americans do.
C.They don’t know where to get ice.
D.They have ice boxes later than Americans
2.Why do Brits take their drinks at room temperature?
A.Because they have no fridges.
B.Because they have warm taps.
C.Because they are used to it.
D.Because they can’t afford ice.
3.What does the text mainly talk about?
A.Why Americans like icy drinks while Europeans don’t.
B.When people overseas have icy drinks with their meals.
C.Where people can entertain themselves with icy drinks.
D.How Europeans and Americans make different drinks.
He was born in Germany in 1818, and German was his native language. He stayed in Belgium for a few years; then he went to France. In 1849, he went to England and made London the base for his revolutionary（革命的）work.
The first time I saw him was in February 1865. I was twenty-four years old. Never in my life shall I forget the impression made on me by my first visit. Marx was in poor health then, but was hard at work on the first volume of Capital.
Marx could read all the leading European languages and write in three： German, French and English. He was fond of saying, “A foreign language is a weapon in the struggle of life.”
At fifty he took up the study of Russian. Although the language had no close relation to any of the modern or ancient languages he knew, he made such progress in six months that he was able to enjoy reading Russian poetry and works.
Although he went to bed very late, he always got up between eight and nine in the morning. Having drunk a cup of black coffee and read through his newspapers, he would go to his study and work there till two or three next morning — breaking off only for meals, and when the weather allowed, for a walk on Hampstead Heath, London. In the course of the day he slept for an hour or two on the sofa. For Marx, work had become a passion, and he was so absorbed in it that he often forgot his meals. Frequently, he had to be called again and again before he came down to the dining room. But hardly had he eaten the last mouthful when he was back in his study again.
1.Where did the author probably see Marx for the first time?
A.In Germany. B.In Belgium.
C.In France. D.In England.
2.When was the author born?
A.In 1818. B.In 1841.
C.In 1849. D.In 1865.
3.How many languages could Marx not only read but also write?
A.One. B.Two.
C.Three. D.Four.
4.What’s the main idea of the last paragraph?
A.Marx was addicted to his work. B.Marx often forgot his meals.
C.Marx was in poor health. D.Marx developed an interest in reading.
When her classmates were having a good time, Molly sat at the picnic table alone. She remained embarrassed around her classmates. She seemed unsure of what to do or say, yet I could see her eyes longing for acceptance. Many students had already decided that her friendship would not be worth（值）the energy required to overcome the embarrassment. Others laughed at her. Most ignored her—except for one.
Brianna was making the other students laugh, as usual. “Brianna, do you see Molly down there? Would you mind walking down there and inviting her to come up here with the rest of us? I said.
Brianna sighed. I could tell she didn’t want to waste her precious time to do what I was asking of her, but I also knew her heart. She often thought of others before herself—a rare character for anyone, much less a kid.
Knowing this choice was hard for her, I pulled out a D-buck, our class currency（货币）. Though this was not the ideal way to deal with this situation. I needed her cooperation（合作）. “Here, I’ll pay you for your time.” I said to her. She offered an insincere smile, grasped the green paper, and headed down the hill.
As the rest of the children screamed and laughed, my eyes locked on Brianna as she neared the picnic table. Molly could be difficult to get along with, and I wouldn’t have been surprised if she sent Brianna back alone, refusing her invitation. When she encouraged herself to a standing position, I sighed with relief.
Minutes later, I felt a tap on my shoulder. “Here. Mrs. D.” Brianna handed me the D-buck. “Why?” I asked. “I shouldn’t keep this.” Her eyes fell to her feet, guilt showing from her quiet voice. “I don’t want Molly to think I only went to get her so I could earn the money. She’s my friend.”
A moment later, they were all laughing again, and who should I see among them, laughing for the first time that week? Molly.
1.According to the author, what was Molly like?
A.She ignored the jokes from other kids.
B.She felt embarrassed at being laughed at.
C.She desired to be accepted by other kids.
D.She had no interest in making friends.
2.What made Brianna different from other kids?
A.Her talent. B.Her cooperation.
C.Her honesty. D.Her kindness
3.How did the author feel as Brianna walked to Molly?
A.Worried. B.Satisfied.
C.Excited. D.Confused.
4.What was the purpose of Brianna’s returning the D-buck to the author?
A.To avoid losing it one day.
B.To get a pure friendship with Molly.
C.To make friends with her teacher.
D.To escape from being punished by her teacher.
A single cigarette sold on a street corner may not cost a lot; however, the whole costs of smoking are huge.
First, consider the cost of human life. The World Health Organization says about 10 people die of a tobacco-related disease every minute. That speed adds up to almost six million people dying of such diseases every year.
Most of these preventable（可预防的）deaths happen in low-income and middle-income countries. The World Bank says each of these countries has a total national income（收入）of less than $12,746.
The World Health Organization says tobacco kills 6 million people yearly — a number that is expected to rise to 8 million by 2030 unless immediate action is taken.
For most people, stopping smoking is hard. Many began smoking as teenagers. They are used to it. Also, tobacco contains the powerful drug nicotine.
Studies show people who want to stop smoking can do so with different treatments. Some get help from electronic cigarettes, medicine or nicotine patches that reduce their desire for the drug.
But smoking costs more than the life of a person. It can affect the health of the whole country. The World Health Organization says low-income countries depend heavily on taxes from cigarettes. They use the money, in part, to pay the costs of health care for tobacco-related diseases.
But the illegal trade in tobacco products is further testing the economies of low-income countries. WHO officials say the illegal trade earns about $31 billion every year.
Douglas Bettcher is the director of the WHO’s Department for the Prevention of Non-communicable Diseases. He calls the illegal trade a monster with many heads. He says the trade enables young people to buy cigarettes at low prices, become addicted to tobacco and suffer from serious health problems. It also increases crime and reduces taxes.
The World Health Organization is strongly suggesting that the United Nations member states sign an agreement to end the illegal trade in tobacco products. Eight countries have agreed to the agreement. But the agreement of 32 other countries is still needed for it to become an international law.
1.According to the passage, people dying of a tobacco-related disease are mostly from ______.
A.developed countries B.high-income countries
C.less developed countries D.the United Nations
2.Which of the following about the whole costs of smoking is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A.Destroying the environment. B.Being bad to human life.
C.Affecting the whole country’s economy. D.Causing the illegal trade.
3.What’s the main idea of the last but one paragraph?
A.Some action has been taken by the WHO.
B.The harm of the illegal trade in tobacco products.
C.Young people who are addicted to smoking may commit a crime.
D.An agreement to end the illegal trade in tobacco products is being signed.
4.Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A.Smoking Costs More than You Think
B.Different Ways to Stop Smoking
C.The Illegal Trade in Tobacco Products
D.Immediate Action to Stop Smoking
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