Passage One Questions 56 to 60 are based on the following passage. Hospitals, hoping to curb medical error, have invested heavily to put computers, smartphones and other devices into the hands of medical staff for instant access to patient data, drug information and case studies. But like many cures, this solution has come with an unintended side effect: doctors and nurses can be focused on the screen and not the patient, even during moments of critical care. A poll showed that half of medical technicians had admitted texting during a procedure. This phenomenon has set off an intensifying discussion at hospitals and medical schools about a problem perhaps best described as “distracted doctoring.” In response, some hospitals have begun limiting the use of electronic devices in critical settings, while schools have started reminding medical students to focus on patients instead of devices. “You justify carrying devices around the hospital to do medical records, but you can surf the Internet or do Facebook, and sometimes Facebook is more tempting,” said Dr. Peter Papadakos, at the University of Rochester Medical Center. “My gut feeling ( 本能的感觉 ) is lives are in danger,” said Dr. Papadakos.” We’re not educating people about the problem, and it’s getting worse.” A survey of 439 medical technicians found that 55 percent of the technicians who monitor bypass machines acknowledged that they had talked on cellphones during heart surgery. Half said, they had texted while in surgery. the study concluded, “Such distractions have the potential to be disastrous”. Medical professionals have always faced interruptions from cellphones, and multitasking is simply a fact of life for many medical jobs. What has changed, say doctors, especially younger ones, is that they face increasing pressure to interact with their device. The pressure stems from a mantra (信条) of modern medicine that patient care must be “data driven,” and informed by the latest, instantly accessible information. By many accounts, the technology has helped reduce medical error by providing instant access to patient data or prescription details. Dr. Peter Camel, president of the American Medical Association, said technology “offers great potential in health care,” but he added that doctors’ first priority should be with the patient. 56. Why do hospitals equip their staff with computers, smartphones and other devices? A) To reduce medical error. B) To cope with emergencies. C) To facilitate administration. D) To simplify medical procedures. 57. What does the author refer to by “distracted doctoring”? A) The disservice done by modern devices to doctors. nurses, as well as patients. B) The tendency of medical institutions encouraging the use of modern devices. C) The problem of devices preventing doctors from focusing on their patients. D) The phenomenon of medical staff attending to personal affairs while working. 58. What does Dr. Peter Papadakos worry about? A) Medical students are not adequately trained to use modern technology. B) Doctors’ interaction with their devices may endanger patient’s lives. C) Doctors are relying too heavily on modern clectronic technology. D) Pressures on the medical profession may become overwhelming. 59. Why do doctors feel increasing pressure to use modern devices? A) Patients trust doctors who use modern technology. B) Use of modern devices adds to hospitals’ revenues. C) Data is given too much importance in patient care. D) Patients’ data has to be revised from time to time. 60. What is Peter Carmel’s advice to doctors? A) They follow closely the advances in medical science. B) They focus their attention on the patient’s condition. C) They observe hospital rules and regulations. D) They make the best use of modern devices. Passage Two Questions 61 to 65 are based on the following passage. I have closely watched my generation, known as The Millennials, for 29 years now. Joel Stein wrote an extensive piece on Millennials and he remains rather optimistic about our potential. I hesitate to share his optimism because of a paradox ( 矛盾的现象 ) we seem to exhibit, namely, that there are more avenues for us to entertain ourselves than ever before, yet we are more bored than ever before. Entertainment has never been more varied. We have more cable channels, television shows, and movies than ever before. Internet providers allow instant viewing of almost any movie or television program ever created. Social drinking and partying are also widely available for Millennials. Every generation develops these habits at a certain age, but Millennials seem to be extending this phase of life as they postpone marriage. Some of this undoubtedly due to The Great Recession. Millennials are having a difficult time finding jobs; only 47 percent of 16-to-24-year-olds are employed, the smallest share since govemment started recording data in 1948. But do Millennials respond to these economic troubles by doing whatever it takes to make ends meet? Hardly. In fact. Of the four generations Pew Research has data for, the Millennial generation does not cite work ethic ( 勤奋工作 ) as distinctive of itself. Millennials want to save the world, but they sit and wait for that world-changing opportunity to be handed to them. Instead of working 2-3 jobs, launching a business, or doing what it takes to succeed, they retreat. Millennials may be the first generation to have a lower standard of living than their parents, but with this response to adversity ( 逆境 ), perhaps deservingly so. Much ink has been spilled in management books discussing how to get the most out of these youths in the workplace. Largely, they come to the same conclusion: Millennials are entitled, over-confident, and expect too much too quickly. We should not be surprised. Today’s young adults were raised by parents who made sure to boost their self-esteem at every turn, telling them they could achieve whatever they set their minds to, and handing out prizes for the sixth place. 61. What does the author of the passage think of Millennials? A) They show little interest in entertainment. B) They are not confident about their ability. C) They enjoy an easy life due to high technology. D) They may not have bright prospects for success. 62. How do Millennials feel about their life? A) They can hardly do anything about it. B) There is little in it to get excited about.. C) It is not as good as their parents’. D) It is full of opportunities for success. 63. In what way are Millennials different from previous generations according to Pew Research? A) They spend less time socializing. B) They are indifferent to others. C) They do not value hard work. D) They are more independent. 64. What should Millennials do according to the author? A) Remain optimistic in face of adversity. B) Start a business as early as possible. C) Make full use of new opportunities. D) Take action to change their situation. 65. Why are Millennials over-confident about themselves? A) They have been spoiled by their parents. B) They can always get whatever they expect. C) They are misguided by management books. D) They think they are young and energetic.