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Darwin, the world-famous scientist, developed a habit in his later years that seldom changed, even when guests were present. The following shows his daily schedule during that time.
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Time
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Activities
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7:00 a.m.
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got up and took a short walk
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7:45 a.m.
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had breakfast alone
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8:00 a.m.—9:30 a.m.
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worked in his study (He considered this period his best working time.)
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9:30a.m.—10:30am.
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went to the sitting room and read letters
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12:00
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had a walk, starting with a visit to the greenhouse, the number of times depending on his health, usually alone or with a dog
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12:45 p.m.
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had lunch with the family; read The Times and answered letters
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3:00 p.m.
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rested on the sofa in his bedroom and listened to a novel read by his wife
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4:30 p.m.—5:30 p.m.
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worked in his study, clearing up matters of the day
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6:00 p.m.
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rested again in the bedroom with his wife reading aloud
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7:30 p.m.
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had tea while the family were having dinner
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10:00 p.m.
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went to bed
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21. According to Darwin, what was the best time to work?
A. 8:00 a.m.—9:30 a.m. B. 9:30 a.m.—10:30 a.m.
C. 10:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m. D. 4:30 p.m.—5:30 p.m.
22. How long did Darwin work in his study every day?
A. Four and a half hours. B. Three hours.
C. Two and a half hours. D. Two hours.
23. What can we learn about Darwin from this passage?
A. He was very ill. B. He ate meals a day.
C. He disliked reading. D. He lived a regular life.
