四、阅读理解（每小题2.5分，共10分）

　　Many kids help out around the house with chores(家庭杂务) such as emptying the dishwasher, putting laundry away, and taking out the trash. In exchange, some kids get allowances(补贴) or other rewards such as extra computer time.

　　But some people do not think that kids should get rewards for doing chores. Susie Walton, a parenting educator and family coach, believes that by rewarding kids, parents are sending a message that work isn't worth doing unless you get something in return. "Running any kind of household is a team effort," Susie said. "A home is a living space for everyone in the family. It's important for kids to see that we all have responsibilities in the house, and that families decide together how they want their home to look, and how they are going to keep it looking like everyone wants it to look."

　　Other people believe that getting a cash allowance or other rewards motivates kids to do chores, and it also teaches them real world lessons about how we need to work to earn money. There are also new applications that give kids points and digital gifts that can be redeemed(兑取) either online or in the real world. With the ChoreMonster app, kids earn digital points by completingchores that they can turn in for real-life rewards such as extra Xbox time or a trip to the mall. "Our goal is to encourage kids to earn rewards," says Chris Bergman, founder of ChoreMonster. "Kids need positive reinforcement(强化) to help motivate them."

　　What do you think? Should kids be rewarded for doing chores? Or should kids help out around their homes without getting anything in return?

26. How does the author start the passage?

　A. By presenting some facts. B. By listing some evidence.

　C. By comparing different views. D. By stating his own experiences.

27. According to Susie Walton,_______.

　A. kids should be rewarded for doing chores

　B. parents decide what kids can do for the family

　C. kids have the responsibility to share housework

　D. kids can get extra computer time for doing chores

28. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about?

　A. The advantages of rewarding kids for doing chores.

　B. Chris Bergman's opinion on raising kids.

　C. Main reasons why kids need encouragement.

　D. How to motivate kids to try new applications.

29. What's the author's attitude toward rewarding kids for doing chores?

　A. Supportive. B. Opposed. C. Critical D. Neutral.

五、七选五（每小题3分，共15分）

　　If you are already making the time to exercise, it is good indeed! With such busy lives, it can be hard to try and find the time to work out. 30 Working out in the morning provides additional benefits beyond being physically fit.

　　Your productivity is improved. Exercising makes you more awake and ready to handle whatever is ahead of you for the day. 31

　　Your metabolism(新陈代谢) gets a head start. 32 If you work out in the mornings, then you will be getting the calorie(卡路里)burning benefits for the whole day, not in your sleep.

　　 33 Studies found that people who woke up early for exercise slept better than those who exercised in the evening. Exercise energizes you, so it is more difficult to relax and have a peaceful sleep when you are very excited.

　　 34 If you work out bright and early in the morning, you will be more likely to stick to healthy food choices throughout the day. Who would want to ruin their good workout by eating junk food? You will want to continue to focus on positive choices.

　　There are a lot of benefits to working out, especially in the mornings. Set your alarm clock an hour early and push yourself to work out! You will feel energized all day long.

A. You will stick to your diet.