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Passage 1[2024湖北真题改编]
Many people make journeys to
different places. However, the
biggest journey is the self-discovery
journey. How do you start it? 1.___
●Understand what you value
about yourself.
C
A. Ask yourself these questions.
B. Know what makes you excited.
C. Here are some things you can
do.
D. What do you like most about
yourself?
E. They can open your eyes and
increase your knowledge.
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2.___ It could be about how
creative you are. It could also be
about your wonderful skills at
football. This helps you better
understand your own values and
abilities.
●3.___
D
B
A. Ask yourself these questions.
B. Know what makes you excited.
C. Here are some things you can
do.
D. What do you like most about
yourself?
E. They can open your eyes and
increase your knowledge.
What makes you happy? It
could be when you are singing on
stage(舞台), when you help your
dad repair his car, or even when
you are doing a science project.
●Travel to different places.
Traveling to a new place is a
good way to discover new things.
When you are on your travels, you
A. Ask yourself these questions.
B. Know what makes you excited.
C. Here are some things you can
do.
D. What do you like most about
yourself?
E. They can open your eyes and
increase your knowledge.
have chances to meet different kinds
of people and get to know different
cultures. 4.___
●Ask yourself what you want
to be.
What is your goal in life?
How will you achieve it? 5.___ I
believe you will have a better
E
A
A. Ask yourself these questions.
B. Know what makes you excited.
C. Here are some things you can
do.
D. What do you like most about
yourself?
E. They can open your eyes and
increase your knowledge.
understanding of yourself. These
questions will help you reflect
(深思).
The self-discovery journey is
not a fixed one. With time going
by, many experiences in your life
can change you, which helps you
grow.
A. Ask yourself these questions.
B. Know what makes you excited.
C. Here are some things you can
do.
D. What do you like most about
yourself?
E. They can open your eyes and
increase your knowledge.
Passage 2
How-to videos are one of the
best ways of learning how to do
something online. If you are looking
for a video to show ways of cooking
or fixing, they can always help you.
But how to make the best how-to
videos? The tips below will help you.
A. Use interesting titles.
B. So you must find a topic that
people may like.
C. Never provide the viewers with
too long or difficult instructions.
D. They are only willing to learn
how to do something by watching
your videos.
E. Because viewers just want to
learn from your videos and finish
their work exactly.
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Choose the right topic.
First of all, there are different
kinds of videos to help people learn
how to do certain things.1.___ For
example, teaching tips or steps on
writing a novel is a great topic for
making how-to videos. Videos about
cooking ideas and handmade gifts
are also good ones on social media.
B
A. Use interesting titles.
B. So you must find a topic that
people may like.
C. Never provide the viewers with
too long or difficult instructions.
D. They are only willing to learn
how to do something by watching
your videos.
E. Because viewers just want to
learn from your videos and finish
their work exactly.
Go for less of “why” and
more of “how”.
If the viewers(观看者) show
interest in your video, they'll find
your video is helpful. They don't
want to keep talking about why
they must watch the video or why
the video topic is important. 2.___
D
A. Use interesting titles.
B. So you must find a topic that
people may like.
C. Never provide the viewers with
too long or difficult instructions.
D. They are only willing to learn
how to do something by watching
your videos.
E. Because viewers just want to
learn from your videos and finish
their work exactly.
3.___
Starting a how-to video with a
title to make the viewers interested
is the best way to let them know
the topic of your video at once.
And the attractive title is helpful to
make them watch the whole video.
Speak simply.
4.___ Instead, you must make
your videos easy to understand.
C
A. Use interesting titles.
B. So you must find a topic that
people may like.
C. Never provide the viewers with
too long or difficult instructions.
D. They are only willing to learn
how to do something by watching
your videos.
E. Because viewers just want to
learn from your videos and finish
their work exactly.
A
This way, the viewers won't find it
difficult to follow the steps and will
finish the videos quickly.
Make sure your video is clear.
You can give a lot of steps or
opinions on your topic. However,
the point is your how-to video
should be clear. 5.___ They never
want to spend much time choosing
which step to follow.
E
A. Use interesting titles.
B. So you must find a topic that
people may like.
C. Never provide the viewers with
too long or difficult instructions.
D. They are only willing to learn
how to do something by watching
your videos.
E. Because viewers just want to
learn from your videos and finish
their work exactly.
Passage 3
Do you find it hard to say no
whenever someone asks you for
help? Do you feel guilty(内疚的)
when you have to tell people that
you really can't help them? If your
answer is yes, you may be a
“people-pleaser”(讨好型人格).
A. How much time will it take?
B. You can't be there all the time.
C. Being friendly and helpful is a
good thing.
D. Remind yourself that you have
dreams, too.
E. Here are some steps to help you
stop being a people-pleaser.
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1.___ It helps you build lasting
friendships. However, trying to
please others even at the cost of
your own happiness can make you
feel stressed. 2.___
To start with, be clear about
what you are willing to take on.
You can tell others that you are
only available for a certain period
C
E
A. How much time will it take?
B. You can't be there all the time.
C. Being friendly and helpful is a
good thing.
D. Remind yourself that you have
dreams, too.
E. Here are some steps to help you
stop being a people-pleaser.
of time. 3.___
When someone asks you for
help, tell him or her that you need
some time to think about it. You
can use this time to ask yourself:
Do you really want to do this?4.___
In this way, you'll be better able to
decide if it's something you have
the desire(意愿) and time to do.
B
A
A. How much time will it take?
B. You can't be there all the time.
C. Being friendly and helpful is a
good thing.
D. Remind yourself that you have
dreams, too.
E. Here are some steps to help you
stop being a people-pleaser.
Some people always try to
please others because they have
little confidence in themselves. If so,
you can try positive self-talk. 5.___
You don't have to give away your
time and energy to do things that
don't bring you joy.
D
A. How much time will it take?
B. You can't be there all the time.
C. Being friendly and helpful is a
good thing.
D. Remind yourself that you have
dreams, too.
E. Here are some steps to help you
stop being a people-pleaser.
Stopping being a people-pleaser
doesn't mean you have to give up
being kind and helpful. You can
still do good things—but on your
own terms.
A. How much time will it take?
B. You can't be there all the time.
C. Being friendly and helpful is a
good thing.
D. Remind yourself that you have
dreams, too.
E. Here are some steps to help you
stop being a people-pleaser.
Passage 4
For years I have noticed that
one common characteristic(特征)
that successful people have is curiosity
(好奇心). Why is curiosity important?
Because it provides you with a fresh
perspective(视角) and fresh ideas,
A. Read books in new fields.
B. Questions keep your mind busy.
C. Here are some tips that you can
follow.
D. Connect new things with what
you've already known.
E. This small change in your think-
ing can make a big difference.
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and curious people can see things
that many other people can't. So
how can you develop curiosity?1.___
Expect things to be fun.
Instead of expecting things to be
boring, expect them to be fun.
2.___ Once you do it, it will be
much easier for you to find the fun
C
E
A. Read books in new fields.
B. Questions keep your mind busy.
C. Here are some tips that you can
follow.
D. Connect new things with what
you've already known.
E. This small change in your thinking
can make a big difference.
side of almost everything. And also,
more doors of chances will be open
for you.
Always have questions in
your mind. Whenever you deal
with a topic, have questions in your
mind. Find the answers and ask
new questions. 3.___ They can
B
A. Read books in new fields.
B. Questions keep your mind busy.
C. Here are some tips that you can
follow.
D. Connect new things with what
you've already known.
E. This small change in your thinking
can make a big difference.
change your learning process from
being boring to being interesting.
Take on a new challenge. By
taking on a new challenge, you will
want to prove to yourself(or
perhaps to others) that you can
make it. One good way to do that
is to create a competition with
A. Read books in new fields.
B. Questions keep your mind busy.
C. Here are some tips that you can
follow.
D. Connect new things with what
you've already known.
E. This small change in your thinking
can make a big difference.
your friends to find out who can
do something faster or better.
4.___ Things will be more
exciting if you can connect what
you're learning with what you've
already known. Why? Because that
improves your understanding of the
world and allows you to see new
D
A. Read books in new fields.
B. Questions keep your mind busy.
C. Here are some tips that you can
follow.
D. Connect new things with what
you've already known.
E. This small change in your thinking
can make a big difference.
things that you haven't noticed
before.
Add variety(多样性) to
your life. Find new possibilities by
stepping into new topics. 5.___
Meet people from all walks of life.
All the advice above can be
summarized(概括) in just one
phrase “make things fun”.
A
A. Read books in new fields.
B. Questions keep your mind busy.
C. Here are some tips that you can
follow.
D. Connect new things with what
you've already known.
E. This small change in your thinking
can make a big difference.
Passage 5
Do you know people make
judgments(判断) about your
character in less than a second? It
might seem unbelievable but it's
true. It might not be easy to present
your best self to someone. 1.___
E
A. It doesn't mean dressing formally
(正式地).
B. Keep eye contact and positive
body language.
C. Make sure you have everything
you need with you.
D. Ask questions and join in
meaningful conversations.
E. Luckily, there are some ways
that can help you make a good
first impression.
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◆Make good preparations.
Being prepared is important
when making a good first impression.
Do research ahead of time to under-
stand the situation and the people
concerned.2.___ So you look prepared
when it's time for introductions.
C
A. It doesn't mean dressing formally
(正式地).
B. Keep eye contact and positive
body language.
C. Make sure you have everything
you need with you.
D. Ask questions and join in
meaningful conversations.
E. Luckily, there are some ways
that can help you make a good
first impression.
◆Dress according to the
occasion(场合).
It's also important to dress rightly
for whatever occasion or event you
attend. 3.___ Just wear clothing that
fits the environment instead.
◆4.___
Once it's time for introductions
or meeting new people, make eye
A
B
A. It doesn't mean dressing formally
(正式地).
B. Keep eye contact and positive
body language.
C. Make sure you have everything
you need with you.
D. Ask questions and join in
meaningful conversations.
E. Luckily, there are some ways
that can help you make a good
first impression.
contact throughout the conversation.
You should also keep an open and
confident body language, for
example, arms uncrossed. Smiling
can also help create an air of
openness and positivity(积极性).
It encourages others to do the same
with you during conversations.
A. It doesn't mean dressing formally
(正式地).
B. Keep eye contact and positive
body language.
C. Make sure you have everything
you need with you.
D. Ask questions and join in
meaningful conversations.
E. Luckily, there are some ways
that can help you make a good
first impression.
5.___ Don't just say what
needs to be said without much
thought or care behind it. Remember
to speak neither too slowly nor too
quickly. Nodding in agreement or
repeating a key point of discussion
are examples of active listening.
It shows you are interested in the
conversation.
D
A. It doesn't mean dressing formally
(正式地).
B. Keep eye contact and positive
body language.
C. Make sure you have everything
you need with you.
D. Ask questions and join in
meaningful conversations.
E. Luckily, there are some ways
that can help you make a good
first impression.
◆Join in conversation.
Passage 6
Do you know a large number
of young people are influenced by
all kinds of choices today? This can
be a good thing or a bad thing, but
it leads some young people to
experience “mental internal friction
(精神内耗)”.
A. So there are some suggestions to
help you.
B. It happens when people have to
change their thoughts.
C. A friend of mine decided to
learn about Beijing Opera.
D. The third thing you can do is to
spend time with nature.
E. After all, knowing yourself is
the beginning of all wisdom.
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Experts regard “mental internal
friction” as the confusion(混乱).
1.___ They want to move “old
ideas” to “new ideas”. They have to
ask themselves such questions as
“Are the new ideas good?”, “Do
they fit me?” or “Will they make
me feel happy?” It is certainly not
easy to discover the answers to
B
A. So there are some suggestions to
help you.
B. It happens when people have to
change their thoughts.
C. A friend of mine decided to
learn about Beijing Opera.
D. The third thing you can do is to
spend time with nature.
E. After all, knowing yourself is
the beginning of all wisdom.
these questions, especially when you
are still too young to have enough
life experience for making proper
decisions. 2.___
First, be yourself. To this end,
you will always need to check
yourself.3.___ You have to honestly
think about your own personal
habits, even your fears and worries.
A
E
A. So there are some suggestions to
help you.
B. It happens when people have to
change their thoughts.
C. A friend of mine decided to
learn about Beijing Opera.
D. The third thing you can do is to
spend time with nature.
E. After all, knowing yourself is
the beginning of all wisdom.
Second, develop new interests.
4.___ This may sound strange, but
he said that learning about “old
things” made it easier for him to
deal with the “new things” of
modern life and all those changes.
5.___ Society and technology
may change, but nature remains the
same. Being with nature takes some
time, but it will help you to know
yourself and forget the stress of
your “mental internal friction”.
C
D
A. So there are some suggestions to
help you.
B. It happens when people have to
change their thoughts.
C. A friend of mine decided to
learn about Beijing Opera.
D. The third thing you can do is to
spend time with nature.
E. After all, knowing yourself is
the beginning of all wisdom.
Passage 7
Time management refers to
spending time more effectively
(有效地) by planning and using
certain skills, methods and tools in
order to achieve the goals. 1.___
Here is some advice on how to
better manage your time.
C
A. Get away from your phone and
computer.
B. Remember to write your plans
down, and don't just depend on
your memory.
C. What you achieve is importantly
dependent on the way you manage
your time.
D. Many business leaders put a lot
of their success down to simply
saying “no”.
E. You will actually perform better
if you take breaks and find a
hobby besides study.
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Make a plan. The best way to
achieve success and keep your life
in order is to make a plan. It is
very important for achieving your
goals. Making plans before doing
something can make your goals
become clearer and easier. 2.___
Give full attention. 3.___
Although they are important to
B
A
A. Get away from your phone and
computer.
B. Remember to write your plans
down, and don't just depend on
your memory.
C. What you achieve is importantly
dependent on the way you manage
your time.
D. Many business leaders put a lot
of their success down to simply
saying “no”.
E. You will actually perform better
if you take breaks and find a
hobby besides study.
daily communication, they take up
much more attention than they
deserve(应得). Consider shutting
them off completely as you work
on a task that requires your full
attention. For example, if you do
your homework at night, you'd
better turn off the phone in order
to be more careful.
A. Get away from your phone and
computer.
B. Remember to write your plans
down, and don't just depend on
your memory.
C. What you achieve is importantly
dependent on the way you manage
your time.
D. Many business leaders put a lot
of their success down to simply
saying “no”.
E. You will actually perform better
if you take breaks and find a
hobby besides study.
Learn to say “no”. 4.___ That
is, they put their efforts in to a few
areas that are really important and
have the courage to say “no” to
everything else.
Give yourself a break. Taking
breaks is good for your brain. So
don't be hard on yourself. 5.___
Only an active brain can solve
problems better.
Hope the suggestions above
will be helpful for your study and
daily life.
D
E
A. Get away from your phone and
computer.
B. Remember to write your plans
down, and don't just depend on
your memory.
C. What you achieve is importantly
dependent on the way you manage
your time.
D. Many business leaders put a lot
of their success down to simply
saying “no”.
E. You will actually perform better
if you take breaks and find a
hobby besides study.
类别2 事物介绍
Passage 8[2024深圳真题改编]
There are many humanistic
monuments(人文古迹) and natural
scenic spots(景点) in textbooks.
Children are always interested in
them, and they want to go there in
person. 1.___ This kind of tour allows
A. This further makes their journey
colorful.
B. That's why the textbook tour has
become popular these days.
C. They follow the stories in the
textbooks and choose places to
travel.
D. Cultural workers teach “Dayu
culture” to tourists in these activities.
E. Through the practice, children can
have a deeper understanding of the
textbooks.
B
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parents and children to deepen their
understanding of the scenes(场景)
mentioned in the textbooks.
Many families have taken part
in the textbook tour. 2.___ They
can understand the cultural back-
ground and experience the historical
period in the textbooks. For example,
C
A. This further makes their journey
colorful.
B. That's why the textbook tour has
become popular these days.
C. They follow the stories in the
textbooks and choose places to
travel.
D. Cultural workers teach “Dayu
culture” to tourists in these activities.
E. Through the practice, children can
have a deeper understanding of the
textbooks.
in Fuzhou, parents and children can
watch lively shows and visit the
museums to learn more about the
famous writer Tang Xianzu in the
Ming Dynasty. In addition, they can
learn about the local customs. 3.___
The textbook tour is a
connection between “reading
A
A. This further makes their journey
colorful.
B. That's why the textbook tour has
become popular these days.
C. They follow the stories in the
textbooks and choose places to
travel.
D. Cultural workers teach “Dayu
culture” to tourists in these activities.
E. Through the practice, children can
have a deeper understanding of the
textbooks.
thousands of books” and “travelling
thousands of miles”. 4.___ Besides,
the textbook tour further increases
children's pride in their motherland.
It also helps them learn about the
excellent traditional culture of China.
The rise of the textbook tour is
a great chance for the connection
between culture and tourism. For
E
A. This further makes their journey
colorful.
B. That's why the textbook tour has
become popular these days.
C. They follow the stories in the
textbooks and choose places to
travel.
D. Cultural workers teach “Dayu
culture” to tourists in these activities.
E. Through the practice, children can
have a deeper understanding of the
textbooks.
example, the Wenchuan government
holds some activities on the birthday
of Dayu. 5.___ This spreads local
culture and provides an unforgettable
experience for tourists. As the
textbook tour becomes a new fashion,
the government should offer warm
services to achieve a win-win
situation for both scenic spots and
tourists.
D
A. This further makes their journey
colorful.
B. That's why the textbook tour has
become popular these days.
C. They follow the stories in the
textbooks and choose places to
travel.
D. Cultural workers teach “Dayu
culture” to tourists in these activities.
E. Through the practice, children can
have a deeper understanding of the
textbooks.
Passage 9
Feel down? Hug a tree! Recently,
many Chinese young people have
turned to trees to lower stress. It
sounds strange. 1.___
D
A. Cortisol is a sign of stress.
B. And they are too small to be
seen.
C. It's something connected with
feelings.
D. However, there's some science
behind the act of tree-hugging.
E. His idea helps to explain why
people prefer natural views(景色)
to city views.
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US scientist Edward Wilson
pointed out that humans were born
to love being around other living
things. Human's love for nature is
“in our DNA”.2.___ It's also one of
the reasons why people love cute
pets.
E
A. Cortisol is a sign of stress.
B. And they are too small to be
seen.
C. It's something connected with
feelings.
D. However, there's some science
behind the act of tree-hugging.
E. His idea helps to explain why
people prefer natural views(景色)
to city views.
Some scientists have studied
why tree-hugging can help with our
health. A study in 2021 reported
that the activity can create more
oxytocin(催产素).3.___ The
higher the level of oxytocin is, the
happier we may be. Hugging trees
for only 21 seconds can lead to an
increase in oxytocin.
C
A. Cortisol is a sign of stress.
B. And they are too small to be
seen.
C. It's something connected with
feelings.
D. However, there's some science
behind the act of tree-hugging.
E. His idea helps to explain why
people prefer natural views(景色)
to city views.
Hugging trees also helps cut
cortisol(皮质醇) production,
which makes us feel better. 4.___
The brain produces more cortisol
when the person is worried, angry,
or very sad.
Although the activity is helpful
to us, it's important to keep in
mind that we shouldn't hurt nature
A
A. Cortisol is a sign of stress.
B. And they are too small to be
seen.
C. It's something connected with
feelings.
D. However, there's some science
behind the act of tree-hugging.
E. His idea helps to explain why
people prefer natural views(景色)
to city views.
while hugging trees. Trees play a
valuable role in our environment.
Many small living things live in the
trees. 5.___ You need to be gentle
when hugging trees—just like how
you hug a friend!
B
A. Cortisol is a sign of stress.
B. And they are too small to be
seen.
C. It's something connected with
feelings.
D. However, there's some science
behind the act of tree-hugging.
E. His idea helps to explain why
people prefer natural views(景色)
to city views.
Passage 10
Do you want to be an astronaut
in the future? Every year on April
24, it's Space Day of China. 1.___
The successful manned space
missions are a big part of it.
C
A. Being an astronaut is not easy!
B. That can make them feel lonely
or stressed.
C. It's a day to celebrate the
country's growth in space
exploration.
D. This helps them get ready for
the weightless environment in space.
E. Before they can go to space,
they train for at least three and a
half years.
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2.___ When astronauts go to
space, they face many challenges. In
space, there is very little gravity,
which can make their bodies feel
different. They also have to spend a
long time away from their families
and friends in a small spaceship.
3.___ And if something goes wrong
during their mission, they have to
A
B
A. Being an astronaut is not easy!
B. That can make them feel lonely
or stressed.
C. It's a day to celebrate the
country's growth in space
exploration.
D. This helps them get ready for
the weightless environment in space.
E. Before they can go to space,
they train for at least three and a
half years.
figure out how to fix it quickly
while under a lot of pressure. That's
why astronauts have to be really
smart, strong, and ready for
everything before they can go to
space.
To make sure astronauts from
China are well-prepared for their
missions, they go through lots of
A. Being an astronaut is not easy!
B. That can make them feel lonely
or stressed.
C. It's a day to celebrate the
country's growth in space
exploration.
D. This helps them get ready for
the weightless environment in space.
E. Before they can go to space,
they train for at least three and a
half years.
training. Huang Weifen, who helps
design the astronaut program, says
there are over 200 different things
astronauts have to learn, including
science, physical training, and
practice missions. 4.___
One of the hardest parts of the
training for astronauts is the under-
water exercises. 5.___ Astronauts
E
D
A. Being an astronaut is not easy!
B. That can make them feel lonely
or stressed.
C. It's a day to celebrate the
country's growth in space
exploration.
D. This helps them get ready for
the weightless environment in space.
E. Before they can go to space,
they train for at least three and a
half years.
wear diving suits that weigh more
than 100 kilograms and stay
underwater for six hours at a time.
Moving around in the water with
such a heavy suit is really tiring.
Huang said that one astronaut, Nie
Haisheng, even lost 2 kilograms
after one underwater training
exercise.
A. Being an astronaut is not easy!
B. That can make them feel lonely
or stressed.
C. It's a day to celebrate the
country's growth in space
exploration.
D. This helps them get ready for
the weightless environment in space.
E. Before they can go to space,
they train for at least three and a
half years.
类别3 语言文化现象
Passage 11
Every culture has its own
proverbs(谚语). Proverbs are
short sayings about life that are
passed on from generation(一代人)
to generation. They go back tens,
hundreds, even thousands of years
A. Whatever advice proverbs give,
one thing is true.
B. We often find that there are
similar proverbs across cultures.
C. Because proverbs give proper
advice, they help us make decisions.
D. The English proverb “A rolling
stone gathers no moss.” is one
example.
E. Others think that the proverb is
a warning for people who never do
anything.
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and summarize(总结) the
practical experience of the people
who used them. 1.___ The Chinese
proverb “One step in the wrong
direction can cause a thousand years
of regret.” is a good example.
Anyone who's about to make a
decision in a rush, without weighing
the pros and cons first, is warned
C
A. Whatever advice proverbs give,
one thing is true.
B. We often find that there are
similar proverbs across cultures.
C. Because proverbs give proper
advice, they help us make decisions.
D. The English proverb “A rolling
stone gathers no moss.” is one
example.
E. Others think that the proverb is
a warning for people who never do
anything.
of the terrible consequences(后果)
of a bad choice.
Sometimes proverbs can seem
to have different meanings. 2.___
Some think that the proverb is a
warning for people who keep
moving and never settle down. If
these people “gather no moss
(苔藓)”, then it means they
D
A. Whatever advice proverbs give,
one thing is true.
B. We often find that there are
similar proverbs across cultures.
C. Because proverbs give proper
advice, they help us make decisions.
D. The English proverb “A rolling
stone gathers no moss.” is one
example.
E. Others think that the proverb is
a warning for people who never do
anything.
haven't achieved anything. 3.___ If
you don't move and change with
the times, you'll become like an old
mossy piece of rock.
4.___ Maybe this is because
proverbs have traveled and have
been translated from one language
into another, or maybe it's because
they're just common sense. An
E
B
A. Whatever advice proverbs give,
one thing is true.
B. We often find that there are
similar proverbs across cultures.
C. Because proverbs give proper
advice, they help us make decisions.
D. The English proverb “A rolling
stone gathers no moss.” is one
example.
E. Others think that the proverb is
a warning for people who never do
anything.
expression similar to “You'll reap
(收获) what you sow(播种).”
appears in many languages, and it
means that you'll get what you give.
One proverb in Malaysia, where
crocodiles(鳄鱼) are common, is
“Don't think there are no crocodiles
just because the water is calm.”
A. Whatever advice proverbs give,
one thing is true.
B. We often find that there are
similar proverbs across cultures.
C. Because proverbs give proper
advice, they help us make decisions.
D. The English proverb “A rolling
stone gathers no moss.” is one
example.
E. Others think that the proverb is
a warning for people who never do
anything.
5.___ All proverbs teach us
that although societies are changing
and becoming more developed every
day, there are some basic facts
about life and human nature that'll
never change.
A
A. Whatever advice proverbs give,
one thing is true.
B. We often find that there are
similar proverbs across cultures.
C. Because proverbs give proper
advice, they help us make decisions.
D. The English proverb “A rolling
stone gathers no moss.” is one
example.
E. Others think that the proverb is
a warning for people who never do
anything.
Passage 12
When the weather outdoors
gets warmer, flowers appear and
birds become active. Spring has
sprung(春天来了)! 1.___ You
A. We're supposed to be in this
together!
B. Here's one way to use this
expression.
C. The next day there are a whole
lot of them!
D. Sometimes these changes in
nature seem to happen overnight.
E. When people break news to you
this way, it can leave you
speechless(哑口无言).
D
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go to bed, and the next morning
you awake to a new world—one
that is greener and more colorful.
The same can be said for expressions
that use the word “spring”.
Now one of the fastest growing
things in nature is the mushroom.
One day mushrooms are nowhere to
A. We're supposed to be in this
together!
B. Here's one way to use this
expression.
C. The next day there are a whole
lot of them!
D. Sometimes these changes in
nature seem to happen overnight.
E. When people break news to you
this way, it can leave you
speechless(哑口无言).
be found. 2.___ So, when something
happens suddenly and often over a
large area, we can say it springs up
like mushrooms.
3.___ After videos about making
mushroom cupcakes became popular
online, cupcake stores sprang up like
mushrooms all over the town.
C
B
A. We're supposed to be in this
together!
B. Here's one way to use this
expression.
C. The next day there are a whole
lot of them!
D. Sometimes these changes in
nature seem to happen overnight.
E. When people break news to you
this way, it can leave you
speechless(哑口无言).
We use the term “to spring” to
describe anything that happens
without warning. So if someone
springs big news on you, the news
comes to you from out of the blue.
4.___
Let's say two people, Tara and
Sam, own a business called Tara
and Sam's Roof Repair. Then one
E
A. We're supposed to be in this
together!
B. Here's one way to use this
expression.
C. The next day there are a whole
lot of them!
D. Sometimes these changes in
nature seem to happen overnight.
E. When people break news to you
this way, it can leave you
speechless(哑口无言).
day, Tara sprang big news on Sam.
She was moving to Alaska in a
week! She wanted to be out of the
business.
Sam wasn't prepared for this.
He asked, “A week? How can you
spring this news on me? 5.___”
Next time you have news, try
not to spring it on someone unless
you want them to be shocked. In
that case, spring away!
A
A. We're supposed to be in this
together!
B. Here's one way to use this
expression.
C. The next day there are a whole
lot of them!
D. Sometimes these changes in
nature seem to happen overnight.
E. When people break news to you
this way, it can leave you
speechless(哑口无言).
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