Mr. Black was a wealthy businessman, but he was not (1) with his life. He always tried his best to make more money for his company. He did not sleep well and his food did not agree with him. The situation lasted for some time. Finally, after a number of sleepless nights, he (2) to see his doctor.
The doctor advised a change of surrounding (环境). "Go abroad," he said.
"But I'm not good at foreign languages," said Mr. Black.
"It doesn't matter," said the doctor. "It won't hurt you if you talk (3) . Go on a trip. Take plenty of exercise. Try to (4) your weight. Avoid eating rich food. "
Mr. Black went to Switzerland. He did not know French or German, and had to (5) __ himself through gestures(手势). He took part in a physical training course. The instructor (指导者)(6) him shake his head, swing his arms, stretch his neck and bend his knees. He had to lie on the ground and raise his right and left legs in turn. (7) __ some time his muscles (肌肉) grew hard and firm. He almost put aside his financial (金融) worries and (8) forgot the importance of making more money. He even began to (9) trees and birds. He ate and slept well. Finally he returned home. But unfortunately (不幸地) his (10) did not last long. Soon he was a normal businessman again, worried about his wealth, his savings, his success in a competitive society, and things in general.
(1)A. good |
B. interested |
C. satisfied |
(2)A. decided |
B. refused |
C. suggested |
(3)A. too much |
B. a little less |
C. a little more |
(4)A. add |
B. increase |
C. lose |
(5)A. express |
B. say |
C. talk |
(6)A. forced |
B. asked |
C. made |
(7)A. While |
B. After |
C. Past |
(8)A. nearly |
B. never |
C. not |
(9)A. think |
B. avoid |
C. notice |
(10)A. worries |
B. improvement |
C. friendship |