stages of dementia are still able to live a relatively normal life，and dogs help to maintain routine."Another advantage of using the pets as companions is that dogs can give them a sense of silent support and companionship. Ms Gray said，"The evidence is that people may forget familiar faces but not pets.It's such a strong bond that people often remember them longest.People don't need to communicate verbally(口头上)but they can still interact.You can have a speechless bond."

　　Helen McCain，director of Dogs for the Disabled，said，"People with dementia often forget to take medicine.If a dog presents them with a bag with pills in it，there's a greater chance of them taking it.The dogs would also encourage the owners to take them out for walks，ensuring they keep exercising and interacting with other people."

　　【语篇解读】　本文为应用文。题材为新闻报道类。将狗加以训练以帮助残疾人已成为现实。现在人们正在进行一项新任务，即对狗进行训练来为患早老性痴呆病的人提供帮助。

　　1．In Britain people with dementia ________．

　　A．are likely to increase in number

　　B．are mostly over 65 years old

　　C．will be trained to respond to sound triggers

D．will be able to live a relatively normal life