Exercise 2: Read the following passage and mark the letter
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Nhận biếtExercise 2: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from question 6 to 10.
THE LANGUAGE OF TEARS
The ability to weep is a uniquely human form of emotional response. Some scientists have suggested that human tears are evidence of an aquatic past, but this does not seem very likely. We cry from the moment we enter this world for a number of reasons. Helpless babies cry to (1) ______ their parents that they are ill, hungry or uncomfortable. As they develop, they will also cry just to attract parental attention and will often stop when they get it.
The idea that having a good cry can do you (2) _____ is a very old one and now it has scientific (3) ____ since recent research into tears has shown that they contain a natural painkiller called “enkephalin”. By (4) _____ sorrow and pain this chemical helps you to feel better. Weeping can increase the quantities of enkephalin you produce.
Unfortunately, in our society we impose restrictions upon this naturally (5) ____ activity. Because some people still regard it as a sign of weakness in men, boys in particular are admonished when they cry. This kind of repression can only increase stress, both emotionally and physically.
Tears of emotion also help the body rid itself of toxic chemical waste, for there is more protein in them than in tears resulting from cold winds or other irritants. Crying comforts, calms and can be very enjoyable consider the popularity of the highly emotional films which are commonly called "weepies". It seems that people enjoy crying together almost as much as laughing together.
Đáp án đúng: C
Lời giải của Tự Học 365
Đáp án đúng: C. healing (v): hàn gắn, làm lành, chữa bệnh
Unfortunately, in our society we impose restrictions upon this naturally healing activity: Thật không may mắn, trong xã hội của chúng ta, chúng ta lại áp đặt những hạn chế đối với hoạt động hàn gắn (sự đau đớn) tự nhiên này.
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