Contents 目录
Reading 阅读
Questions 题目
Vocabulary 词汇
Useful Structures 常用结构
Comprehension Questions 阅读理解问题
Reading 阅读
Drinking Enough Water
Water is essential for human life. A large part of the human body is made up of water, and almost every part of the body needs it to work properly. People lose water throughout the day when they breathe, sweat, and go to the bathroom. For this reason, they need to replace the water they lose by drinking enough fluids.
Drinking enough water has several health benefits. Water helps the body control its temperature, especially during exercise or hot weather. It also carries nutrients to different parts of the body and helps remove waste. In addition, drinking enough water can help people feel more energetic and perform everyday activities more comfortably.
Not drinking enough water can cause dehydration. Some common signs of mild dehydration include feeling thirsty, tired, or dizzy. People may also find it more difficult to concentrate. This can be a particular problem for students and workers who need to stay focused for long periods of time. More serious dehydration can lead to health problems and may require medical attention.
The amount of water a person needs is not exactly the same for everyone. It can depend on factors such as age, body size, physical activity, and weather. Someone who exercises for a long time or spends several hours outside on a hot day may need more water than someone who stays indoors. People can also get some water from food, particularly fruits and vegetables.
There are several simple ways to make drinking water a regular habit. Carrying a reusable water bottle can make water easily available throughout the day. People can also drink water with meals or after exercising. Those who often forget to drink can set reminders on their phones. Developing habits like these can make it easier to drink enough water each day.
However, people do not always need to choose plain water. Other drinks can also provide fluids, although some contain large amounts of sugar. For most people, water remains a simple and healthy choice. Paying attention to thirst and developing good drinking habits can help the body get the water it needs.
Questions 题目
Questions 1–5
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the passage?
Write:
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information about this
1. People lose water from their bodies throughout the day.
2. Water helps the body control its temperature.
3. Mild dehydration can make it more difficult to concentrate.
4. Everyone needs to drink exactly the same amount of water each day.
5. Cold water is better for the body than warm water.
Questions 6–9
Choose the correct answer, A, B, C or D.
6. Why does the passage say water is important during exercise or hot weather?
A. It helps control body temperature.
B. It makes people exercise faster.
C. It prevents people from sweating.
D. It increases body temperature.
7. Which of the following can be a sign of mild dehydration?
A. Feeling hungry
B. Feeling dizzy
C. Sleeping longer
D. Feeling cold
8. Who may need more water?
A. Someone who spends a long time exercising
B. Someone who watches television at home
C. Someone who goes to bed early
D. Someone who eats breakfast every day
9. What does the passage suggest for people who forget to drink water?
A. Avoid exercise
B. Eat more meals
C. Set reminders on their phones
D. Drink only in the morning
Questions 10–13
Complete the sentences below.
Choose NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the passage for each answer.
10. Water carries ______ to different parts of the body.
11. Serious dehydration may require ______.
12. Fruits and ______ can provide the body with some water.
13. Carrying a reusable ______ can make water easily available.
Vocabulary 词汇
| essential | /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/ | 必不可少的；极其重要的 |
| properly | /ˈprɑpərli/ | 正确地；正常地 |
| replace | /rɪˈpleɪs/ | 补充；替换 |
| fluid | /ˈfluɪd/ | 液体；流体 |
| temperature | /ˈtɛmprətʃər/ | 温度；体温 |
| nutrient | /ˈnutriənt/ | 营养物；营养成分 |
| remove | /rɪˈmuv/ | 去除；移除 |
| waste | /weɪst/ | 废物；废弃物 |
| energetic | /ˌɛnərˈdʒɛtɪk/ | 精力充沛的；有活力的 |
| dehydration | /ˌdihaɪˈdreɪʃən/ | 脱水 |
| mild | /maɪld/ | 轻微的；不严重的 |
| dizzy | /ˈdɪzi/ | 头晕的 |
| concentrate | /ˈkɑnsənˌtreɪt/ | 集中注意力 |
| particular | /pərˈtɪkyələr/ | 特定的；特别的 |
| require | /rɪˈkwaɪər/ | 需要；要求 |
| medical | /ˈmɛdɪkəl/ | 医疗的；医学的 |
| physical | /ˈfɪzɪkəl/ | 身体的；体力的 |
| reusable | /riˈjuzəbəl/ | 可重复使用的 |
| available | /əˈveɪləbəl/ | 可获得的；可用的 |
| contain | /kənˈteɪn/ | 含有；包含 |
Useful Structures 常用结构
be essential for something 对某事至关重要
Water is essential for human life.
水对人类生命至关重要。
be made up of something 由某物组成
A large part of the human body is made up of water.
人体很大一部分是由水组成的。
need something to do something 需要某物来做某事
The body needs water to work properly.
身体需要水才能正常运作。
help someone/something do something 帮助某人/某物做某事
Water helps the body control its temperature.
水有助于身体调节体温。
make it + adjective + to do something 使做某事变得……
Drinking enough water can make it easier to concentrate.
喝足够的水可以使集中注意力变得更加容易。
have difficulty doing something 做某事有困难
People who are dehydrated may have difficulty concentrating.
脱水的人可能难以集中注意力。
spend time doing something 花时间做某事
Some people spend several hours exercising outdoors.
有些人会花几个小时在户外运动。
make something a regular habit 使某事成为一种日常习惯
People should make drinking water a regular habit.
人们应该养成经常喝水的习惯。
pay attention to something 注意某事
People should pay attention to signs of dehydration.
人们应该注意脱水的迹象。
Comprehension Questions 阅读理解问题
Drinking Enough Water
Water is essential for human life. A large part of the human body is made up of water, and almost every part of the body needs it to work properly. People lose water throughout the day when they breathe, sweat, and go to the bathroom. For this reason, they need to replace the water they lose by drinking enough fluids.
1. Why is water essential for the human body?
Water is essential because almost every part of the body needs it to work properly.
水至关重要，因为身体几乎每个部位都需要水才能正常运作。
2. Why do people need to drink enough fluids throughout the day?
They need to drink enough fluids because they lose water throughout the day when they breathe, sweat, and go to the bathroom.
人们需要在一天中摄入足够的水分，因为他们会通过呼吸、出汗和上厕所不断流失水分。
Drinking enough water has several health benefits. Water helps the body control its temperature, especially during exercise or hot weather. It also carries nutrients to different parts of the body and helps remove waste. In addition, drinking enough water can help people feel more energetic and perform everyday activities more comfortably.
1. How does water help the body during exercise or hot weather?
Water helps the body control its temperature during exercise or hot weather.
在运动或天气炎热时，水可以帮助身体调节体温。
2. What other health benefits does drinking enough water provide?
Drinking enough water helps carry nutrients around the body, remove waste, and make people feel more energetic.
摄入足够的水分有助于将营养物质输送到身体各处、清除废物，并让人感觉更有活力。
Not drinking enough water can cause dehydration. Some common signs of mild dehydration include feeling thirsty, tired, or dizzy. People may also find it more difficult to concentrate. This can be a particular problem for students and workers who need to stay focused for long periods of time. More serious dehydration can lead to health problems and may require medical attention.
1. What are some common signs of mild dehydration?
Common signs of mild dehydration include feeling thirsty, tired, or dizzy.
轻度脱水的一些常见症状包括口渴、疲倦和头晕。
2. What can happen if dehydration becomes more serious?
More serious dehydration can lead to health problems and may require medical attention.
更严重的脱水可能会导致健康问题，并且可能需要接受医疗救治。
The amount of water a person needs is not exactly the same for everyone. It can depend on factors such as age, body size, physical activity, and weather. Someone who exercises for a long time or spends several hours outside on a hot day may need more water than someone who stays indoors. People can also get some water from food, particularly fruits and vegetables.
1. What factors can affect how much water a person needs?
The amount of water a person needs can depend on factors such as age, body size, physical activity, and weather.
一个人所需的水量可能取决于年龄、体型、身体活动量和天气等因素。
2. Why may some people need more water than others?
Some people may need more water because they exercise for a long time or spend several hours outside in hot weather.
有些人可能需要更多的水，因为他们长时间运动，或者在炎热的天气里长时间待在户外。
There are several simple ways to make drinking water a regular habit. Carrying a reusable water bottle can make water easily available throughout the day. People can also drink water with meals or after exercising. Those who often forget to drink can set reminders on their phones. Developing habits like these can make it easier to drink enough water each day.
1. How can carrying a reusable water bottle help people drink more water?
Carrying a reusable water bottle can make water easily available throughout the day.
随身携带一个可重复使用的水瓶可以让人们一整天都能方便地喝到水。
2. What can people do if they often forget to drink water?
They can set reminders on their phones to remind themselves to drink water.
如果人们经常忘记喝水，可以在手机上设置提醒来提醒自己喝水。
However, people do not always need to choose plain water. Other drinks can also provide fluids, although some contain large amounts of sugar. For most people, water remains a simple and healthy choice. Paying attention to thirst and developing good drinking habits can help the body get the water it needs.
1. Why should people be careful when choosing drinks other than water?
They should be careful because some drinks contain large amounts of sugar.
人们在选择水以外的饮料时应该注意，因为有些饮料含有大量的糖。
2. How can people help their bodies get enough water?
They can pay attention to thirst and develop good drinking habits.
人们可以注意自己的口渴感，并养成良好的饮水习惯。