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第三部分：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）

　　请阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

　　A

For many parents, the most confusing part about choosing pre-schools is trying to make sense of terms such as "Montessori Method", "Waldorf Approach". What do these terms mean and how can these terms help you choose a preschool?

Oftentimes, the key difference between settings is connected to the preschool's "educational philosophy". While educational philosophies are numerous and their definitions are not set in stone, we have provided you with definitions for some of the most popular philosophies.

The Montessori Method

Focuses on maintaining the individuality of each child in the learning process. This method believes each child learns at their own pace and educational progress should not be rendered based on comparing students to one another.

The Reggio Emilia Approach

This approach focuses on providing opportunities for problem solving through creative thinking and exploration.

The Waldorf Approach

This approach places an emphasis on imagination in learning, providing students with opportunities to explore their world through the senses, participation and analytical thought.

The Bank Street Approach

This approach places an emphasis on learning through multiple perspectives, both in the classroom setting and in the natural world.

The High/ Scope Approach

This approach focuses on letting children be in charge of their own learning. Children are taught to make a plan for what they would like to do each day and participate in a review session to discuss the success of their plan and brainstorm ideas for the next day.

Outside of the formal educational philosophy, knowing the difference between other common early childhood terms will help you make informed decisions regarding your child's education.

56. If a pre-school stresses each child's learning progress, it may employ ___________.

A. The Reggio Emilia Approach B. The Montessori Method

C. The Bank Street Approach D. The Waldorf Approach

57. According to the passage, which of the following is True ?

A. The Scope Approach is to let children learn all by themselves.

B. The definitions of educational philosophy remain the same.

C. To some extent, educational philosophies determine the differences between preschools.

D. The most confusing part about choosing pre-school is to choose educational philosophy.

　B

　　High-sugar diets raise risks for heart disease, obesity and diabetes, but we do love our sweets, so health experts have tried to suggest alternatives, and honey has been foremost among them.

Honey is actually sweeter than sugar is , which means, in theory at least, that you could enhance flavor equally with a smaller quantity of honey. But honey actually has a higher calorie count. It may