Reading. Use of of English 5

Read the texts below. Match choices (A - H) to (1 - 5). There are three choices you do not need to use.

Tips for Healthy Eating

1.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

You need to get into a routine with your meals. Plan for them and don't skip any of the three meals you need. You may also want to include a snack or two in your daily eating routine. You really do need to learn how to eat "responsibly." Make this a priority and it'll become automatic, just like taking a shower, going to work, or brushing your teeth.

2.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Instead of deep frying, try grilling, stir frying, microwaving, baking, and even boiling. You should also try fresh or even dried herbs and spices to add flavor to your food. Before you eat any type of meat, be sure to trim the fat and skin off of it.

3.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Drinks that contain sugar are a major source of empty energy. What this means, is that the drink contains a lot of energy that your body may not need, and it doesn't contain any vitamins or minerals, if you plan to drink sugary drinks, don't go overboard - limit yourself to one a day.

4.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Always go with fresh foods as much as possible. They are loaded much more with the stuff that keeps you healthy. "Foods" found in bags, boxes or cans have been altered and highly processed, making them empty of the essential nutrients you need.

5.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Instead of reaching for a cookie or candy bar, ask yourself what's eating you. Are you feeling stressed, pressured, hurt, depressed, anxious, or bored? Try not to stuff down your feelings. Only use food for what it's meant to be used for - fuel for your body and mind and that's it.

A Stop thinking about diets

B Schedule time to eat

C Avoid excess sweet beverages

D Stop your emotional eating

E Avoid prepackaged foods

F Take snack food with you

G Learn your healthy cooking

H Drink plenty of water

Read the text below. For questions (1 - 5) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

A Social Experiment

Picture the scene: a Washington DC Metro Station one cold January morning a short while ago. A man is busking - playing his violin; he plays for about 45 minutes and completes six pieces by Bach. Now, does anyone take any notice? During that time approximately 2,000 people pass through the station, most of them on their way to work.

After 3 minutes a middle aged man notices there is a musician playing. He slows his pace and stops for a few seconds and then hurries to meet his schedule.

4 minutes later: The violinist receives his first dollar. A woman throws the money in the hat placed in front of the musician and, without stopping, continues to walk.

6 minutes after that: A young man leans against the wall to listen to him, then looks at his watch and starts to walk again.

10 minutes later: A 3 year old boy stops but his mother tugs him along hurriedly. Finally the mother pushes hard and the child continues to walk, turning his head all the time. This action is repeated by several other children. Every parent, without exception, forces them to move on.

45 minutes later: The musician plays on. Only 6 people have stopped and stayed for a while. About 20 have given him money but continued to walk at their normal pace. He collected $32.

1 hour later: He finishes playing and silence takes over. No one notices. No one applauds, nor is there any recognition.

Now - who was the violinist? No one knew this, but the violinist was Joshua Bell, one of the best musicians in the world. He played one of the most intricate pieces ever written, with a Stradivarius violin worth $3.5 million dollars. Two days before, Joshua Bell had sold out a theatre in Boston where the seats averaged $100.

This is a real story. Joshua Bell playing incognito in the metro station was organized by the Washington Post as part of a social experiment about perception, taste and people's priorities. The questions raised: in a common place environment at an inappropriate hour, do we perceive beauty? Do we stop to appreciate it? Do we recognise talent in an unexpected context?

One possible conclusion reached from this experiment could be: If we do not have a moment to stop and listen to one of the best musicians in the world playing some of the most beautiful music ever written, with one of the most beautiful instruments, how many other things are we missing?

1. Which of the following is TRUE about most of the people passing by the violinist in the Washington DC Metro Station?   [A, B, C, D]

A They threw money into the hat in front of him.

B They were surprised to see him in the metro.

C They encouraged their children to listen to him.

D They were too busy to pay attention to him.

2. Joshua Bell played in the metro station for ... .   [A, B, C, D]

A charity.

B fun.

C research.

D money.

3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned about Joshua Bell?   [A, B, C, D]

A He performs sophisticated music.

B He uses a very expensive instrument.

C He gathers full houses in the US.

D He enjoys playing incognito.

4. The Washington Post experiment was organized to investigate people's ability ... .   [A, B, C, D]

A to distinguish and value beauty.

B to alter their working schedules.

C to note and praise famous people.

D to adapt to unexpected contexts.

5. The results of the experiment prove that people ... .   [A, B, C, D]

A know little about classical music.

B fail to see many fine things.

C get lost in a new environment.

D appreciate talented performance.

Read the text below. Match choices (A— H) to it.

VEGETABLES WHICH MAKE PEOPLE HEALTHY

1. Tomatoes have high levels of beta carotene, an antioxidant that supports the immune system. They have high dietary fibre and taste delicious raw or cooked.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

2. Garlic is surely one of the world’s most potent medicines, and its potent smell is what makes it so powerful. Garlic is a natural antiseptic; it prevents cancer, fights infection, and prevents colds.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

3. Onions are rich in quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that may reduce the risk of cancer. The quercetin also makes onions a safe therapy for allergies; it also helps prevent heart disease and reduce high blood pressure.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

4. The power of mushrooms comes from their ability to enhance the activity of natural killer T-cells (NKT). These NKTs attack and remove cells that are damaged or infected   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

5. Beets are an amazing blood purifier. Beets are rich in iron and produce the disease-fighting white blood cells. They also stimulate red blood cells and improve the supply of oxygen to the cells.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

6. Red bell pepper is bursting with vitamin C, making it a powerful immune builder. Red bell pepper’s high level of beta carotene turns into vitamin A, making it a strong defence against disease.   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Which of the vegetables______ ?

A can help people with allergies

B has a record amount of vitamin C

C smells strong

D can reduce the amount of body fat

E is good for blood

F contains a lot of protein

G are delicious both raw and cooked

H is able to increase the activity of virus-killing cells