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听材料，回答问题。 You don't need millions to be happy.<br />In fact, a couple of hundred dollars may be enough at the Happiness Research Institute<br />in Australia.<br />The Institute opened its doors last year, and since then, men and women of all ages<br />have been paying for lessons on how to feel great.<br />Experts say that only 15% of happiness comes from income and other financial factors.<br />As much as 85% comes from things such as attitudes, life control, and relationships.<br />Most of us are significantly wealthier financially than our parents, but happiness levels haven't<br />changed to reflect that.<br />Studies show that once the basic needs of shelter and food are met, additional wealth<br />adds very little to happiness.<br />Part of the reason why we are richer but not happier is that we compare ourselves to people<br />better off materially.<br />So if you want to be happy, there's a very simple thing you can do.<br />Compare yourself to people who are less wealthy than you, poorer with a smaller house and car.<br />The Happiness Research Institute aims to show you how to overcome these unhappy factors<br />by focusing on more than just your bank account.<br />You don't need millions to be happy.<br />In fact, a couple of hundred dollars may be enough at the Happiness Research Institute<br />in Australia.<br />The Institute opened its doors last year, and since then, men and women of all ages have<br />been paying for lessons on how to feel great.<br />Studies say that only 15% of happiness comes from income and other financial factors.<br />As much as 85% comes from things such as attitudes, life control, and relationships.<br />Most of us are significantly wealthier financially than our parents, but happiness levels haven't<br />changed to reflect that.<br />Studies show that once the basic needs of shelter and food are met, additional wealth<br />adds very little to happiness.<br />Part of the reason why we are richer but not happier is that we compare ourselves to people<br />better off materially.<br />So if you want to be happy, there's a very simple thing you can do.<br />Compare yourself to people who are less wealthy than you, poorer with a smaller house and car.<br />The Happiness Research Institute aims to show you how to overcome these unhappy factors<br />by focusing on more than just your bank account. （1） What do we know about the Happiness Research Institute? A . It opens this year. B . It is located in America. C . It is popular with people of all ages. （2） What percent of happiness comes from financial factors? A . 5%. B . 8%. C . 15%. （3） What is a simple way to gain happiness? A . Comparing yourself to those who are poorer than you. B . Imagining yourself to be a famous or wealthy person. C . Spending more time with your family and friends. （4） What does the speaker want to tell us? A . Happiness is everything. B . Wealth is the foundation of happiness C . Money doesn't always mean happiness. 答案： C C A C

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