Recent studies have shown that there is a link between anxiety and intelligence and it is a positive one.Fear allows you to react to a potential threat in good time.Being too happy all the time means that you don't think about potential problems.{#blank#}1{#/blank#}But the response means that their imagination is highly active.An active imagination keeps you safe from threats.

    The general belief about anxiety is that it's a negative thing.Because suffering from anxiety is not pleasant,most of the people who deal with it hope they don't have to.{#blank#}2{#/blank#}Science is showing that a little bit of anxiety is a good thing.

    In 2002,Israeli psychologists ran a test on 80 students.The students were under the impression mat they were there to appreciate artwork on a piece of software.However,the researchers rigged（在…上做手脚）the program.{#blank#}3{#/blank#}So they were men encouraged to contact IT.

    Finding IT brought new challenges.As the students left the room,they met various problems.{#blank#}4{#/blank#}someone also stopped them to ask them to complete a survey.The test found that the participants who really wanted to reach IT to fix the virus had the highest amount of anxiety.The students who had less anxiety couldn't focus.They stopped to complete the survey,pick up the papers,etc.

    Obviously,the anxious students had a greater sense of the threat.{#blank#}5{#/blank#}Therefore,anxiety can actually give us higher chance to succeed!

A.So when does worry become a bad thing?

B.Thus,they tried their best to achieve their goal.

C.But this does not necessarily need to be the case.

D.Some students came across dropped papers as they walked by.

E.Instead of viewing artwork,the students found a computer virus.

F.Often kids and adults with anxiety have a very negative view of themselves.

G.People with anxiety are sometimes responding to a threat that doesn't exist.

    Every living thing has genes. Genes carry information. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} They make sure that humans give birth to humans and cows give birth to cows. They also make sure that a dog doesn't give birth to a frog, or an elephant to a horse. However, genetic engineers take genes from one species-for example, a snake, and transfer them to another-for example, corn. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} Such new life forms have been described, by some scientists as a real-life Frankenstein(科幻怪人).

    Genetic engineers put duck genes into chicken to make the chickens bigger. They put hormones(激素) into cows to make them produce more milk. They put genes from flowers into beans and from fish into tomatoes. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} It just makes them easier and faster for the farmer to grow.

    The effects of genetic engineering on the natural world may be disastrous. The engineers may create strange life beings, or monsters. that we cannot control. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} They'll have to find one, fight for one-or kill for one. It may be your land they fight for-or you that they kill. Moreover, the effects of these experiments can often be cruel. In America, pigs were given human genes to make them bigger and less fatty. The experiment failed. The pigs became very ill and began to lose their eyesight. We would all like a better, healthier and longer life, and genetic engineering might give us this. On the other hand, it may be a dangerous experiment with nature. In the story of Frankenstein, the doctor created such a terrible and dangerous monster that he had to destroy it. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}

A. The information tells us what to do or what not to do

B. We must make sure that this tale remains a story-and no more than that

C. This doesn't make them cheaper, tastier, or healthier

D. The new life forms have no natural habitat or home

E. Then they feed the tomatoes to the fish

F. In this way a new life form is created

G. They are passed on from generation to generation

    We all know that being grateful and appreciative is very beneficial. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} Gratitude belongs to the category of advanced life skills because it can completely transform your life.

    Help others turn away from negativity. If some people you know insist in talking about negative things all the time, find a wise way to tell them that you really don't appreciate it. {#blank#}2{#/blank#}

    Look for reasons to say thank you. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} They'll be more likely to do nice things for you because you appreciate their efforts. In turn, you'll have even more reasons to feel gratitude. When other people sense that you appreciate them, it changes your relationship with them.

    {#blank#}4{#/blank#} When you find yourself in a difficult situation, look for the beneficial aspects created by that situation. Ask yourself: “What have I learned here? Will it benefit me in the future? When I look back on this experience a year later, what will I be grateful for?”

    Have a gratitude review. Do this as soon as you wake up in the morning and before you go to sleep at night. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} Think of all the things you have to be grateful for in your life. If you start and end each day with gratitude, your whole life will shift in a more positive direction. It only takes a minute or two to allow gratitude to fill your heart and mind.

A. See the big picture.

B. Show gratitude to others.

C. Actually, it is more than that.

D. Everyone loves to be appreciated.

E. Don't get pulled in a negative talk.

F. Remember to count your blessings daily.

G. So you could be doing them a huge favor.

    Different weather makes people feel different. It influences (影响) health, intelligence (智力) and feelings.
    In August, it is very hot and wet in the southern part of the United States. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} In the Northeast and the Middle West, it is very hot at some times and very cold at other times. People in these states have more heart trouble after the weather changes in February or March.

    The weather can also influence intelligence. For example, in a 1983 report by scientists, IQ (智商) of a group students were very high when a very strong wind came, but after the strong wind, their IQ was 10% lower. {#blank#}2{#/blank#}Very hot weather, on the other hand (另一方面), can make it lower. Students in many schools of the United States often get worse on exams in the hot months of the year (July and August).

    Weather also has a strong influence on people's feelings. Winter may be a bad time for thin people. They usually feel cold during these months. They might feel unhappy during cold weather. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} They even don't like to outdoor activities.

    Low air pressure (气压) may make people forgetful. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} There is a "good weather" for work and health. People feel best at a temperature of about 18 centigrade (摄氏度).

    Are you feeling sad, tired, forgetful, or unhappy today? {#blank#}5{#/blank#}

A．It may be the weather's problem.

B．Warm weather can have a bad effect on health.

C．The wind can help people have higher intelligence.

D．But fat people may have a hard time in hot weather.

E．People may have higher intelligence when low air pressure comes.

F．People leave more bags on buses and in shops on low-pressure days.

G．People there have heart trouble and other kinds of health problems during this month.

    Hobbies play an important role in our life. Most people have a lot of free time available but seldom use it gainfully. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} There are many hobbies from which you can pick and you can choose one that suits your talents.

    Once you have decided to start a hobby, it will be wise to go through a list of popular hobbies and choose one that is close to your heart and can make you feel confident. Some of the most popular hobbies that people generally take to are reading, listening to music, gardening, fishing, sports, music, exercise and computer-related activities. Each of these hobbies can give you great benefits. {#blank#}2{#/blank#}

    Learning a new hobby is really a wonderful experience. As you progress, you will be living in a new world and learning new skills. You will begin to discover your hidden talents that you didn't know. You will start reading more about your hobby, meeting other hobbyists with similar interests, exchanging views and building friend circles both near and far. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} In these games you will get the opportunity to meet others on a regular basis and develop great relationship.

    {#blank#}4{#/blank#} They can help you keep good health and remain fit. On the other hand, if you are young and take a great interest in sports, you can develop your skills and finally get financially rewarded too. Similarly, gardening provides the hobbyist with enjoyable pastime and opportunity for relaxation. At the same time they get the rewards of their labor.

    People take up hobbies for interest  enjoyment and relaxation. Over a period of time, you might develop outstanding skills and get financially rewarded. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}

How to Celebrate Earth Day

Are you looking for ways to celebrate Earth Day on April 22? You've come to the right place. If you're ready to learn more about joining the global celebration, making real change, and doing your part to save our planet, read on!

Walk or ride your bike. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} Even one day can make a difference, but if you can commit(承诺)to walking or biking more often in the future, that's even better! If your daily commute(通勤) is too far for walking or biking, try public transportation like buses or trains.

Plant a tree. This simple act will benefit the environment for decades. Planting a tree only takes a few minutes, but it can make a huge impact. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} They help to save energy, clean pollution, and provide homes for many birds, insects, and other local wildlife.

Attend a local Earth Day event. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} If your community doesn't have one planned, consider starting one yourself. It's the perfect day to get together for a fun and educational celebration of the earth.

Visit a local farmer's market. Eating locally grow n food is much better for the environment. For example, locally-grown food doesn't have to be transported long distances to end up on grocery store shelves. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}.

Commit to one green act per day. You can keep reducing your carbon(碳) footprint once Earth Day is over. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} While small changes at the individual level may not seem like a big deal, they add up over time and can have a major impact. Moving forward, make it your goal to do one small thing every day to support the environment.

A.Earth Day can be every day!

B.Trees are extremely important.

C.Trees need extra care to grow well.

D.Get out there and appreciate our beautiful world.

E.Going car-free for the day will reduce harmful gases.

F.See if your community is holding an environmental fair.

G.You'll also be giving back to your community by supporting local farmers.