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   If you're a book lover,you will have a pile of books at your bedside,or a bookshelf in your library with a "to read" sign on it. Yet you can't stop yourself from adding to the pile. This can lead to feelings of guilt(自责)over your new purchases. But I'm here to tell you to stop worrying.

What you have is an antilibrary,and it's a very good thing. The term comes from writer Umberto Eco. He is the owner of a large personal library. He separates visitors into two groups: those who react with "Wow!What a library you have!How many of these books have you read?"and the others who get the point that a private library is not something to show off(发耀)but a research tool. Books you have read are far less valuable than unread ones. Indeed,the more you know,the larger the rows of unread books. Let us call this collection an antilibrary.

If you think you already know everything about a subject,you're cutting yourself off from a stream of information at an artificial point. So a growing library of books you haven't read means you're consistently curious about the unknown. And that attitude is a great basis of a lifelong love of learning.

So don't feel guilty about your unread books. Those hooks will be there for you when you do want them,and as you build your library of books you have read and unread books,you can start using it as you would use a bigger library. Certain books may become references. Or you may find that a book you bought five years ago has special relevance(相关性)today. Letting the role of books evolve in your life is a healthy sign of curiosity. That's good for you and good for the world around you.

【小题1】What does the underlined word "antilibrary" in Paragraph 2 refer to?
A.Feelings of guilt over new books.
B.A pile of books on the bookshelf.
C.The collection of unread books.
D.A large personal library.
【小题2】According to the author, more unread books mean ______________.
A.your wrong lifelong learning attitude
B.you limit yourself from the unknown
C.you have no interest in the new world
D.your strong desire about new information
【小题3】What can we know from the last paragraph?
A.Curiosity is a sign of high IQ.
B.Books are the ladder of human progress.
C.Unread books are surely relevant to the present.
D.We should read through every book.
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In the journal's 28 September 2011 issue, Science, in partnership(合作关系) with the National Science Foundation, is pleased to present the winners and honorable mentions in the fifth annual Science and Engineering Visualization(视觉) Challenge.
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From the phone that has changed forever, to futuristic(未来的) cars, to a building made of water, to a remote controlled dragonfly(蜻蜓) -- a dazzling display of ingenuity(独创性).
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Against all the odds, and setting off competition from favorite to win Ian McEwan and Lloyd Jones, rank outsider Anne Enright, 45,has been awarded the Man Booker prize for what the judges called a "powerful, uncomfortable and even at times angry book," The Gathering.
【小题1】What do these 5 magazines have in common?
A.They were all published in 2012 and had one article digest.
B.Each of the articles in each magazine is introduced in detail.
C.Each of them is commented by a great man in the world.
D.They all introduce the most influential people.
【小题2】Who won the Man Booker prize according to the passage?
A.Lloyd Jones.B.Ian McEwan.
C.Anne Enright.D.Gordon Brown.
【小题3】The passage is probably taken from a ______.
A.magazineB.textbook
C.science bookD.report

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   Everyone needs a break, and vacations are not meant for serious study. 【小题1】 The Spring Festival is coming up so this is the perfect time to discuss some great English language literature to take on a long train journey.

Before getting into the recommendation, you need to determine your English reading comprehension level. If you’re at the beginner level, there are two options: reading a children’s book or reading a book that you’ve read in Chinese translation. 【小题2】 If you’re at the intermediate level, popular books like pop fiction, mysteries and thrillers are good options. For advanced readers, classic works of literature or modern prize winners (Nobel, Pulitzer) are good options.

【小题3】 When I pick up a book I like, even though the first few chapters are really hard to get through, I would try to get accustomed to the language the author uses. Generally, after the first few chapters, things get a lot easier, especially if I get involved in the story.

Another great way to keep yourself motivated is to find a friend who’s interested in reading the same book. You can make goals that you both want to achieve. 【小题4】

Some quick recommendations: Harry Potter, start with the first book and go on from there; the Narnia series; anything by US writer Michael Crichton; and if you like horror, US writer Stephen King is always unusual and fun. 【小题5】 Happy reading!

A.If you pick a book which is so challenging, it will be too stressful.
B.The most important thing is to pick a book that you’re really interested in.
C.You may also enjoy your reading when hanging out with your family.
D.You should just find a topic or author you’re interested in, and the rest will go from there.
E.You can also discuss plot lines or vocabulary issues with each other by SMS or e-mail.
F.Instead, they’re a great way to take a break and enjoy a good book.
G.This will help you get over any unfamiliar words or phrases, since you’re already familiar with the story.