外刊时文 阅读C篇 -2025届高三上学期英语一轮复习专项

题型：高中阅读理解 来源：外刊读物 Passage1 Shyness is a common phenomenon that affects many people's lives. It can prevent us from fully enjoying social situations and may even hinder our personal and professional growth. The roots of shyness often lie in our upbringing and environment. For example, overprotective parents in childhood might limit certain behaviors or restrict social activities. This can lead to a lack of opportunities for children to develop confident social skills. As we grow older, we may start to self-manage our behaviors due to shyness, creating a cycle where it becomes increasingly difficult to interact with others. Shyness can manifest in different ways in various aspects of life. Some people find it hard to make the first comment in a conversation, worrying about being judged or drawing unwanted attention from their colleagues. Moreover, cultural factors also play a role. In some Asian countries, being quieter and more reserved is often seen as a more desirable trait, while in Western cultures, shyness might be viewed as a barrier to success that needs to be overcome. However, shyness doesn't have to be a permanent obstacle. It's not always a condition that requires a cure but rather one that can be managed. Many people choose to seek help, such as through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). CBT focuses on changing thought patterns and related behaviors. It helps identify negative thoughts that contribute to shyness and replaces them with more positive ones. Those who can overcome their shyness and actively engage in discussions and social interactions may find it beneficial for their career progression. 1. What might cause shyness in childhood according to the passage? A. Playing too many video games B. Having overprotective parents C. Living in a big city D. Being good at sports 2. What can we infer about the cultural view of shyness from the text? A. Shyness is always considered a negative trait in Western cultures. B. In all Asian countries, shyness is highly valued. C. Cultural views have no influence on people's perception of shyness. D. Different cultures may have different attitudes towards shyness. 3. What is the main purpose of this passage? A. To introduce the causes of shyness. B. To compare shyness in different cultures. C. To discuss shyness and ways to deal with it. D. To promote Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. 4. The underlined word "manifest" in the third paragraph probably means _. A. appear B. disappear C. increase D. decrease 答案： 1. B 解析：文章明确提到 “overprotective parents in childhood might limit certain behaviors or restrict social activities. This can lead to a lack of opportunities for children to develop confident social skills.”，即过度保护的父母可能导致孩子害羞，所以选 B。 2. D 解析：文中指出 “In some Asian countries, being quieter and more reserved is often seen as a more desirable trait, while in Western cultures, shyness might be viewed as a barrier to success that needs to be overcome.”，说明不同文化对害羞的态度不同，D 选项正确。A 选项 “always” 太绝对；B 选项 “all” 不准确；C 选项与原文不符。 3. C 解析：文章既提到了害羞的原因，又提到了害羞在不同方面的表现以及克服害羞的方法，整体是在讨论害羞及应对方法，C 选项正确。A、B 选项不全面；D 选项只是其中一部分内容。 4. A 解析：根据上下文，“Shyness can manifest in different ways in various aspects of life.” 意思是害羞可以在生活的各个方面以不同的方式 “出现”，“appear” 符合语境，所以选 A。 Passage2 Women's health often faces a taboo, which can have negative impacts. Worst of all, it leads to feelings of shame and confusion that can be very damaging. These feelings tend to stick with us and make us feel uncomfortable and even embarrassed to talk about gynecological problems with our closest friends. Where should we start to break this taboo? It doesn't mean we should have in-depth conversations about sexual health with very young children. Instead, we just need to be mindful of how we answer their questions when they ask, and make sure our children feel comfortable. Letting them know it's natural to talk about these things will make future conversations easier when they are older. Helping our children (or even ourselves) use correct language from an early age is another crucial step. And being guided by the individual child in terms of when and how much to approach the matter seems a sensible way. Why is it so important to break this taboo? Physical changes to our bodies can affect our mental health. These changes might be part of getting older or something more concerning. It can be a struggle to cope with our emotions when experiencing these changes, as they often cause confusion, anxiety, and sometimes even depression in ourselves. When combined with feelings of embarrassment or shame, our mental health can suffer. The importance of talking about these issues, whether it's to someone inside or outside your family or friendship network, cannot be stressed enough. Hopefully, the next generation will be better equipped with more confidence and fewer reservations to talk about women's health. 1. What is the main problem mentioned in the passage regarding women's health? A. Lack of medical research on women's health. B. The taboo that makes women feel ashamed and confused about their health issues. C. High cost of women's health treatments. D. Women's reluctance to go to the doctor. 2. According to the passage, what is an important first step to breaking the silence on women's health? A. Having detailed conversations about sexual health with young children. B. Encouraging children to use correct language about their bodies from an early age. C. Teaching women advanced medical knowledge. D. Forcing women to talk openly about their health problems. 3. What can be inferred from the passage about the impact of physical changes on women's mental health? A. Physical changes have no effect on mental health. B. Physical changes only cause positive emotions. C. Physical changes can lead to confusion, anxiety, and depression, and combined with shame, can harm mental health. D. Physical changes always improve mental health. 4. The underlined word "taboo" in the first paragraph probably means _. A. a common practice B. a forbidden topic C. a popular belief D. an accepted custom 答案： 1. B 解析：文章开篇就提到 “Women's health often faces a taboo, which can have negative impacts. Worst of all, it leads to feelings of shame and confusion...”，说明主要问题是让女性感到羞耻和困惑的关于女性健康的禁忌，B 选项正确。A、C、D 选项文章未提及。 2. B 解析：文中明确指出 “Helping our children (or even ourselves) use correct language from an early age is another crucial step.”，即鼓励孩子从小使用正确的身体语言是打破沉默的重要第一步，B 选项正确。A 选项与原文 “It doesn't mean we should have in-depth conversations about sexual health with very young children.” 不符；C、D 选项文章未提及。 3. C 解析：根据 “Why is it so important to break this taboo? Physical changes to our bodies can affect our mental health...When combined with feelings of embarrassment or shame, our mental health can suffer.” 可知，身体变化会导致困惑、焦虑和抑郁，再加上羞耻感会损害心理健康，C 选项正确。A、B、D 选项与原文不符。 4. B 解析：根据上下文，“taboo” 指的是关于女性健康的一个被禁止谈论的话题，即禁忌，B 选项正确。A 选项 “常见做法”、C 选项 “流行的信念”、D 选项 “被接受的习俗” 均不符合文意。 Passage 3 The fight or flight response is a natural mechanism that evolved to help us escape from dangerous situations quickly. It's designed to work on short timescales. When faced with a crisis, the body boosts muscle power by borrowing resources from other areas. But once the crisis is over, those areas need their blood supply back. However, what happens when this response doesn't turn off as it should? The fight or flight response then gives way to the stress response. The sympathetic nervous system calms down and adrenaline production stops, allowing heart rate and blood flow to return to normal. Cortisol, known as the stress hormone, kicks in. It can affect almost every cell in the body. Its main job is to change metabolism and dampen lower-priority activities like growth, reproduction, and immunity. It does this by altering the release of reproductive hormones and interfering with molecules used to fight infection and changing how cells respond to growth factors. This helps ensure there's energy available to deal with the stressful situation, but it can also cause side effects such as changes in digestion, sleep patterns, and mental health. Only when the stress subsides will the body return to normal. For example, when noradrenaline is released from nearby nerves, the organs start to respond. The heart beats faster and the blood vessels constrict, boosting blood supply to the muscles. The liver releases glucose for extra fuel. The pupils widen to allow as much light in as possible, sharpening central vision, and the hands and feet become sweaty, improving grip. For a few moments, you become superhuman. But all of these changes are temporary and need to be reversed once the threat is gone. 1. What is the main function of the fight or flight response? A. To help us relax in daily life. B. To boost muscle power quickly in dangerous situations. C. To improve our digestion. D. To increase our sleep quality. 2. According to the passage, what happens when the stress response kicks in? A. The sympathetic nervous system becomes more active. B. Adrenaline production continues. C. Cortisol affects various aspects of the body. D. Growth and reproduction activities are enhanced. 3. What can be inferred from the passage about the effects of cortisol? A. It has only positive effects on the body. B. It can cause changes in digestion and sleep patterns. C. It has no impact on mental health. D. It only affects the immune system. 4. The underlined word "subsides" in the second paragraph probably means _. A. increases B. decreases C. remains the same D. starts 答案： 1. B 解析：文章明确提到 “The fight or flight response evolved to get us out of sticky situations fast. To boost muscle power in a time of crisis...”，即战斗或逃跑反应的主要功能是在危险情况下快速增强肌肉力量，B 选项正确。A、C、D 选项与原文不符。 2. C 解析：文中指出 “When the stress response kicks in, cortisol kicks in. It can affect almost every cell in the body. Its main job is to change metabolism and dampen lower-priority activities like growth, reproduction, and immunity.”，说明当应激反应启动时，皮质醇会影响身体的各个方面，C 选项正确。A 选项与原文 “The sympathetic nervous system calms down” 不符；B 选项与 “adrenaline production stops” 不符；D 选项与原文 “dampen lower-priority activities like growth, reproduction” 相悖。 3. B 解析：根据 “This helps ensure there's energy available to deal with the stressful situation, but it can also cause side effects such as changes in digestion, sleep patterns, and mental health.” 可知，皮质醇会导致消化和睡眠模式的变化，B 选项正确。A 选项与原文不符；C 选项与原文 “and mental health” 相悖；D 选项不全面。 4. B 解析：根据上下文，“Only when the stress subsides will the body return to normal.” 意思是只有当压力 “减退” 时，身体才会恢复正常，“subsides” 意为 “减退、减弱”，B 选项正确。A 选项 “增加”、C 选项 “保持不变”、D 选项 “开始” 均不符合文意。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$题型：高中阅读理解 来源：外刊读物 Passage1 Shyness is a common phenomenon that affects many people's lives. It can prevent us from fully enjoying social situations and may even hinder our personal and professional growth. The roots of shyness often lie in our upbringing and environment. For example, overprotective parents in childhood might limit certain behaviors or restrict social activities. This can lead to a lack of opportunities for children to develop confident social skills. As we grow older, we may start to self-manage our behaviors due to shyness, creating a cycle where it becomes increasingly difficult to interact with others. Shyness can manifest in different ways in various aspects of life. Some people find it hard to make the first comment in a conversation, worrying about being judged or drawing unwanted attention from their colleagues. Moreover, cultural factors also play a role. In some Asian countries, being quieter and more reserved is often seen as a more desirable trait, while in Western cultures, shyness might be viewed as a barrier to success that needs to be overcome. However, shyness doesn't have to be a permanent obstacle. It's not always a condition that requires a cure but rather one that can be managed. Many people choose to seek help, such as through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). CBT focuses on changing thought patterns and related behaviors. It helps identify negative thoughts that contribute to shyness and replaces them with more positive ones. Those who can overcome their shyness and actively engage in discussions and social interactions may find it beneficial for their career progression. 1. What might cause shyness in childhood according to the passage? A. Playing too many video games B. Having overprotective parents C. Living in a big city D. Being good at sports 2. What can we infer about the cultural view of shyness from the text? A. Shyness is always considered a negative trait in Western cultures. B. In all Asian countries, shyness is highly valued. C. Cultural views have no influence on people's perception of shyness. D. Different cultures may have different attitudes towards shyness. 3. What is the main purpose of this passage? A. To introduce the causes of shyness. B. To compare shyness in different cultures. C. To discuss shyness and ways to deal with it. D. To promote Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. 4. The underlined word "manifest" in the third paragraph probably means _. A. appear B. disappear C. increase D. decrease Passage2 Women's health often faces a taboo, which can have negative impacts. Worst of all, it leads to feelings of shame and confusion that can be very damaging. These feelings tend to stick with us and make us feel uncomfortable and even embarrassed to talk about gynecological problems with our closest friends. Where should we start to break this taboo? It doesn't mean we should have in-depth conversations about sexual health with very young children. Instead, we just need to be mindful of how we answer their questions when they ask, and make sure our children feel comfortable. Letting them know it's natural to talk about these things will make future conversations easier when they are older. Helping our children (or even ourselves) use correct language from an early age is another crucial step. And being guided by the individual child in terms of when and how much to approach the matter seems a sensible way. Why is it so important to break this taboo? Physical changes to our bodies can affect our mental health. These changes might be part of getting older or something more concerning. It can be a struggle to cope with our emotions when experiencing these changes, as they often cause confusion, anxiety, and sometimes even depression in ourselves. When combined with feelings of embarrassment or shame, our mental health can suffer. The importance of talking about these issues, whether it's to someone inside or outside your family or friendship network, cannot be stressed enough. Hopefully, the next generation will be better equipped with more confidence and fewer reservations to talk about women's health. 1. What is the main problem mentioned in the passage regarding women's health? A. Lack of medical research on women's health. B. The taboo that makes women feel ashamed and confused about their health issues. C. High cost of women's health treatments. D. Women's reluctance to go to the doctor. 2. According to the passage, what is an important first step to breaking the silence on women's health? A. Having detailed conversations about sexual health with young children. B. Encouraging children to use correct language about their bodies from an early age. C. Teaching women advanced medical knowledge. D. Forcing women to talk openly about their health problems. 3. What can be inferred from the passage about the impact of physical changes on women's mental health? A. Physical changes have no effect on mental health. B. Physical changes only cause positive emotions. C. Physical changes can lead to confusion, anxiety, and depression, and combined with shame, can harm mental health. D. Physical changes always improve mental health. 4. The underlined word "taboo" in the first paragraph probably means _. A. a common practice B. a forbidden topic C. a popular belief D. an accepted custom Passage 3 The fight or flight response is a natural mechanism that evolved to help us escape from dangerous situations quickly. It's designed to work on short timescales. When faced with a crisis, the body boosts muscle power by borrowing resources from other areas. But once the crisis is over, those areas need their blood supply back. However, what happens when this response doesn't turn off as it should? The fight or flight response then gives way to the stress response. The sympathetic nervous system calms down and adrenaline production stops, allowing heart rate and blood flow to return to normal. Cortisol, known as the stress hormone, kicks in. It can affect almost every cell in the body. Its main job is to change metabolism and dampen lower-priority activities like growth, reproduction, and immunity. It does this by altering the release of reproductive hormones and interfering with molecules used to fight infection and changing how cells respond to growth factors. This helps ensure there's energy available to deal with the stressful situation, but it can also cause side effects such as changes in digestion, sleep patterns, and mental health. Only when the stress subsides will the body return to normal. For example, when noradrenaline is released from nearby nerves, the organs start to respond. The heart beats faster and the blood vessels constrict, boosting blood supply to the muscles. The liver releases glucose for extra fuel. The pupils widen to allow as much light in as possible, sharpening central vision, and the hands and feet become sweaty, improving grip. For a few moments, you become superhuman. But all of these changes are temporary and need to be reversed once the threat is gone. 1. What is the main function of the fight or flight response? A. To help us relax in daily life. B. To boost muscle power quickly in dangerous situations. C. To improve our digestion. D. To increase our sleep quality. 2. According to the passage, what happens when the stress response kicks in? A. The sympathetic nervous system becomes more active. B. Adrenaline production continues. C. Cortisol affects various aspects of the body. D. Growth and reproduction activities are enhanced. 3. What can be inferred from the passage about the effects of cortisol? A. It has only positive effects on the body. B. It can cause changes in digestion and sleep patterns. C. It has no impact on mental health. D. It only affects the immune system. 4. The underlined word "subsides" in the second paragraph probably means _. A. increases B. decreases C. remains the same D. starts 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$