B. It was pleasant for people he interviewed to answer his questions. C. He loved to show off the truth got from the interviewees. D. His co-workers admired him for his sharp questions.
9
C
Professor Wiseman expects thousands of people to take part in an experiment in controlling dreams.
Participants will download a specially designed iPhone app that turns their phone into a dream factory. Placed on the bed, the phone can monitor when a sleeper is not moving, which
suggests the onset of dreaming. It then plays a carefully crafted (精心制作的) “soundscape” designed to produce pleasant scenes such as walking in the woods, or lying on a beach. The idea is that this will influence dreaming, causing dreamers to form fantasyland inspired by the sounds they are hearing. At the end of the dream the app sounds a gentle alarm to wake the dreamer, who submits a brief description of the dream to a “dream catcher” database (数据库).
Prof Wiseman, from the University of Hertfordshire, who is best known for his research on sleeps, said, “Getting a good night’s sleep and having pleasant dreams promotes people’s productivity, and is necessary for their mental and physical well being. Despite this, we know very little about how to influence dreams. This experiment aims to change that.”
As many as 10,000 people are expected to take part in the study, declared at the Edinburgh International Science Festival. Prof Wiseman teamed up with app developers YUZA, which created the “Dream: ON” software. Participants will be encouraged to share their dreams via Facebook and Twitter.
A national survey conducted for the experiment found that 21% of people had trouble sleeping and 15% suffered from unpleasant dreams. Prof Wiseman said people feeling low dreamed far more than others, and often had negative dreams. “Perhaps improving their dreams might help them,” he added.
The “Dream: ON” app can be downloaded for free from iTunes or via the project site, http://dreamonapp.com.
64. What is the special function of the “Dream: ON” software? A. Waking up dreamers. B. Stopping unpleasant dreams.
C. Sweetening dreams. D. Recording the process of dreams.
65. Why does Professor Wiseman carry out the experiment? A. To improve the quality of sleeping. B. To know about how to affect dreams. C. To set up a worldwide dream database. D. To analyse mental effect on dreamers.
66. If you volunteer to participate in the study, you are expected to______. A. pay to download the “Dream: ON” app
10
B. lie on a beach with your smartphone on
C. present your dreams via Facebook and Twitter
D. design a pleasant situation according to the sound
67. The word “onset” in the 2nd paragraph probably means ______. A. influence B. background C. ending D. starting
D
Sites in Orlando
★Universal Orlando Resort
Location: 1000 Universal Studios Plz Contact: 1 407 363 8000
Open Hours: Mo to Fr from 9AM to 6 PM, Sa from 9AM to 7 PM, Su from 9 AM to 6 PM
The world’s favorite films and film stars come to life here and 40 amazing and amusing rides, shows and attractions await. A virtual (虚拟的) 3-D adventure has its own set of thrills, as does an experience of meeting with Jaws, a trip Back to the Future, and a voyage beyond the stars in an E.T. Adventure. ★SeaWorld Orlando
Location: 7007 Sea World Dr Contact: 1 407 351 3600
Open Hours: Mo to Su from 9 AM to 5 PM
One of the first theme parks to open in Orlando, SeaWorld has been operating here for more than 30 years. Many new attractions and rides have been added to the original fun including a laser-fireworks-water show and high-tech thrill rides. The park also hosts a number of family-friendly events. See website for latest info. ★Wet’n Wild
Location: 6200 International Dr Contact: 1 407 351 1800
Open Hours: Varies by season
Amusement Business Magazine calls this Wet’n Wild the nation’s best-attended water park. Adults love thrill rides here such as Brain Wash and The Storm which are definitely for the brave. Children enjoy milder thrills at the Kids Park section like ‘Bubble up’. The whole family can kick back on the Take It Easy offerings, including the mile-long Lazy River. Pools are heated in the winter. Open every day 9 AM to 4 PM. ★Gatorland
Location: 14501 S Orange Blossom Trl Contact: 1 405 855 5496
Open Hours: Mo to Su from 09:00 AM to 5 PM
Take a trip to this 70-acre park and see thousands of alligators, and crocodiles, up close. Visit feeding pens, nurseries and ponds. Children love the site’s mini water park, and the petting zoo goats, lamb, and other farmyard animals.
11
68. If David prefers to stay longer in the afternoon, ______ is the best choice. A. Gatorland B. Wet’n Wild C. SeaWorld Orlando D. Universal Orlando Resort
69. Of the four attractions, warm pools are available at______ in winter. A. 6200 International Dr B. 14501 S Orange Blossom Trl C. 7007 Sea World Dr D. 1000 Universal Studios Plz 70. For a family trip, you can contact ______. A. 1 405 855 5496 or 1 407 351 3600 B. 1 407 363 8000 or 1 405 855 5496 C. 1 407 351 3600 or 1 407 351 1800 D. 1 407 351 1800 or 1 405 855 5496
第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。（如果所用的答题卡没有E、F、G选项，则选E涂A、B，选F涂A、C，选G涂A、D。）
There are all sorts of good sensible reasons to avoid getting angry. Not only does it make us feel bad, it also makes us do stupid things without noticing the risks and it can be self-destructive (毁坏性的). 71 But like all emotions, anger has its purposes, which can be used for good effects.
Anger is a motivating force.
In fact anger itself is a kind of positive energy and a powerful motivating force. 72 When we see something as beneficial, we want it more when we are angry. So, when used right, constructive anger can make us feel strong and powerful and help push us on to get what we want.
73
It may sound like a strange thing to say, but angry people have something in common with happy people. That’s because both tend to expect favorable results. By comparison those experiencing more fear are more pessimistic (悲观的) about the future and expect further terrors.
Anger can benefit relationships.
Society tells us anger is dangerous and we should hide it. The problem is that when we hide our anger, our partner doesn’t know he’s done something wrong. And so he keeps doing it. 74 The expression of anger, if reasonable and aimed at finding a solution, can actually benefit and strengthen relationships.
Anger provides self-understanding.
Anger can also provide understanding into ourselves, if we allow it. Getting angry leads to a positive outcome. Anger help discover our own faults. If we can notice when we get angry and why, then we can learn what to do to improve our lives. 75 A. Anger reduces violence.
12