問題詳情
閱讀測驗 About half of the families in the UK own pets and over 90 percent of pet ownersregard their pets as valued members of the family. Research has suggested thatowning a pet is linked with a reduced risk of heart disease, fewer visits to the doctor,and a lower risk of asthma and allergies in young children. Studies have also shownthat children who have pets are less likely to be absent from school because of anillness. Social benefits and emotional support are two explanations for the link betweenpet ownership and human health. Indeed, studies have shown that support from petsmay reflect some of the elements of human relationships known to contribute tohealth. However, conflicts between health and pet ownership can arise. For instance,many pet owners may ignore advice to get rid of a pet because of allergies. Manyolder people may avoid medical care for fear that they would have to give up theirpets if they were admitted to the hospital. People do not own pets specifically to enhance their health. Rather, they valuethe relationship and the contribution their pets make to their quality of life. Healthprofessionals need to understand this. Therefore, they should reassure people that it isnot necessary to choose between owning a pet and following health advice.
【題組】21. According to the passage, why do people want to have pets?
(A) To follow their doctors’ advice.
(B) To improve the quality of their lives.
(C) To teach children how to love others.
(D) To have a better understanding of animals.
參考答案
答案：B
難度：適中0.5
統計：A(0),B(0),C(0),D(0),E(0)