专题05 阅读理解之七选五-备战2025年高考英语二轮复习新题速递

专题05 阅读理解七选五 ———————————————————————————————————————————— 1.（2025·湖北黄冈·模拟预测）This has been a record year for people taking vacations and making trips abroad. But as many travelers learn, communicating with people in other parts of the world can be difficult. A language you studied in high school can be useful in many situations. 1 . This is because knowing a language and being able to effectively communicate with it aren’t the same thing. 2 , but they vary by country and sometimes even by region. These include politeness routines and the appropriate degree of formality to use when interacting with others. Some languages, like German or Spanish, have formality baked right into their vocabulary and grammar. Many language instructors suggest acquiring more formal constructions used in the target language. 3 . However, this also means that a non-native speaker runs the risk of sounding like an oddly formal caveman. These communicative differences aren’t only linguistic (语言的), either. Consider something as basic as making eye contact with or greeting people you encounter on the street. 4 . But in a different location, failing to make eye contact or acknowledge others might mark you as rude or unfriendly. This is true in the U. S. — the unwritten social rules governing looking someone in the eye or saying hello are different in urban areas and in rural settings. In addition, you must have some knowledge of the language’s slang (俚语) and idioms to avoid  being offensive (冒犯的). The danger is that the appropriateness of such expressions is different in different social settings. 5 . A．Making eye contact is part of communication B．In some places, doing so is considered impolite C．Using idioms correctly can be a challenging task D．Each culture has its own set of social rules and routines E．But such issues aren’t typically covered in introductory language classes F．That’s because being overly polite is less likely to offend than being too familiar G．However, even a well-intentioned tourist might annoy or offend native speakers of the language 【答案】1．G 2．D 3．F 4．B 5．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。讲述了了解一门语言和能够有效地用它进行交流并不是一回事。语言学习者需要知道如何以适当的方式使用它，因为语言的运用离不开该语言所基于的文化。 1．根据空前“But as many travelers learn, communicating with people in other parts of the world can be difficult. A language you studied in high school can be useful in many situations.(但正如许多旅行者所了解的那样，与世界其他地区的人交流可能很困难。你在高中学习的语言在很多情况下都很有用)”及空后“This is because knowing a language and being able to effectively communicate with it aren’t the same thing.(这是因为了解一门语言和能够有效地用它进行交流并不是一回事)”可知，设空处是一个转折句，G项中的 the language指空前的A language you studied in high school，语义一致。故G项“然而，即使是一个善意的游客也可能会惹恼或冒犯以这种语言为母语的人”符合语境。故选G。 2．根据空后“These include politeness routines and the appropriate degree of formality to use when interacting with others.(这些包括礼貌惯例和与他人互动时使用的适当的正式程度)”可知，本段主要是在介绍社会上的礼貌惯例，D选项中routines对应后文routines。D项“每种文化都有自己的一套社会规则和惯例”符合语境。故选D。 3．根据上文“Many language instructors suggest acquiring more formal constructions used in the target language.(许多语言教师建议学习目标语言中使用的更正式的结构)”可知，上文建议学习目标语言中使用的更正式的结构，本句承接上文，说明原因。故F项“这是因为过于礼貌相比太熟悉更不容易冒犯他人”符合语境。故选F。 4．根据上文“Consider something as basic as making eye contact with or greeting people you encounter on the street.(考虑一些最基本的事情，比如和你在街上遇到的人进行眼神交流或打招呼)”以及后文“But in a different location, failing to make eye contact or acknowledge others might mark you as rude or unfriendly.(但在另一个地方，没有眼神交流或不承认别人可能会给你留下粗鲁或不友好的印象)”可知，后文与本句构成转折关系，说明眼神交流的不同应用。B项中的doing so指代前面的making eye contact。故B项“在一些地方，这样做被认为是不礼貌的”符合语境。故选B。 5．根据上文“In addition, you must have some knowledge of the language’s slang (俚语) and idioms to avoid  being offensive (冒犯的). The danger is that the appropriateness of such expressions is different in different social settings.(此外，你必须了解一些该语言的俚语和习语，以避免冒犯。危险在于，在不同的社会环境中，这种表达的恰当性是不同的)”可知，本句进一步说明使用好俚语和习语很难的原因。故E项“但是这些问题通常没有包含在介绍性语言课程中”符合语境，故选E。 2.（2025·安徽滁州·一模）Do you start something and then leave it midway? Do you feel an enthusiastic rush at the beginning but lose motivation after some time? If so, don’t worry. 1 , thus keeping you inspired for a long time. Divide your task. 2 The fear of failing to accomplish enormous assignments on time may paralyse you. Also, if your work schedule is too tight, you’ll end up doing nothing. It is always better to tear the whole task apart into achievable tasks. Achieving one task at a time will help fuel your enthusiasm. 3 People all have that one WHY inside which helps push one work hard to attain a certain goal. It can be anything like financial freedom, trying to prove yourself, a desire to make an impact or simply having something meaningful in life. Finding your WHY will help you connect with your goal on a deeper level. Visualize your success This is a mental exercise. Along the way, keep picturing your success and having a taste of it will help you stay hungry for more. Keep a record of everything that you do. You can write it in your journal and you can also record your next steps. 4 Be flexible. As things develop, sometimes you have to adjust according to them. You might have to make changes to your task map along the way. 5 , while being flexible keeps you moving on. A．Find your source B．Being stubborn just leads to frustration C．Try not to be alarmed at the task deadline D．Tracking your goals fuels your driving force E．It can be overwhelming to look at a task as a whole F．The following four methods can be adopted to sustain your motivation G．Here comes a four-part approach that can channel your inner enthusiasm 【答案】1．F 2．E 3．A 4．D 5．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了四种维持动力、激发热情的方法，包括分解任务、找到动力源、设想成功和保持灵活性。 1．由上文“Do you start something and then leave it midway? Do you feel an enthusiastic rush at the beginning but lose motivation after some time? If so, don’t worry. (你是否开始做某件事然后半途而废？你是否在一开始时充满热情，但过了一段时间就失去动力了呢？如果是这样，别担心。)”可知，上文提出了开始做事后半途而废、失去动力的问题并表示别担心，空格处应是给出解决办法。F项“The following four methods can be adopted to sustain your motivation (可以采用以下四种方法来维持你的动力)”符合此处语境，The following four methods引出了下文要介绍的四种方法，sustain your motivation对应上文失去动力的问题，有承上启下作用。故选F项。 2．由小标题“Divide your task (分解你的任务)”及下文“The fear of failing to accomplish enormous assignments on time may paralyse you.(担心不能按时完成大量任务可能会使你陷入瘫痪)”可知，把任务看成一个整体会带来不好的影响，所以要分解任务。E项“It can be overwhelming to look at a task as a whole (把一个任务看成一个整体可能会让人不知所措)”符合语境，说明了整体看待任务的弊端，引出下文分解任务的原因。故选E项。 3．此空为小标题，根据下文“People all have that one WHY inside which helps push one work hard to attain a certain goal.(每个人内心都有一个‘为什么’，它能帮助推动一个人努力工作以实现某个目标)”可知，这里强调要找到推动自己努力的内在原因，即找到动力来源。A项“Find your source (找到你的动力源)”符合语境，能概括本段内容。故选A项。 4．由上文“Keep a record of everything that you do. You can write it in your journal and you can also record your next steps.(记录你所做的每一件事。你可以把它写在日记里，也可以记录你的下一步计划)”可知，记录所做的事和下一步计划很重要。D项“Tracking your goals fuels your driving force (追踪你的目标能激发你的动力)”符合语境，其中Tracking与上文Keep a record of 相呼应，说明追踪目标（记录相关内容）能激发动力。故选D项。 5．由小标题“Be flexible (保持灵活性)”及下文“while being flexible keeps you moving on (而保持灵活性能让你继续前进)”可知，这里是在对比固执和灵活的不同结果。B项“Being stubborn just leads to frustration (固执只会导致挫败感)”符合语境，与下文形成对比，强调固执的坏处，突出灵活性的重要性。故选B项。 3.（2025高三下·全国·专题练习）Astronauts on the International Space Station often spend 6 to 12 months in space. It is hard to stay inside the space station all that time, but they still need to do their everyday living, such as working, eating, and exercising with limited resources. Imagine you are an astronaut on the space station right now. 1 Keep learning Astronauts are constantly learning. They do all the science experiments that need to happen on the space station. Most of the time, these experiments were designed by scientists. 2 Astronauts also need to learn how to operate parts of the space station, such as the robotic arm.Do exercise 3 One way they do this is by running on a designed treadmill (跑步机), which could hold them down so they won’t float away. You can keep your muscles strong, too. Do some push ups, sit ups or jo g so that you’ll be strong enough when you can go exploring.Observe Earth Astronauts love to take pictures and videos of Earth from the window of the space station. 4 You can take pictures from your window, too. Think about what makes your street and city special and take notes of the patterns you see.Stay in touch Astronauts keep in touch with their families by email and video-conference. You can keep in touch with your family and friends in the same way. Make a list of the friends and relatives you want to stay in touch with and contact with a few every day. 5 A．What do you know about astronauts? B．What activities would you do in space? C．They will be glad to know you are thinking about them. D．Astronauts need to keep their muscles strong to stay healthy. E．Astronauts are learning how to grow food on the space station. F．So they need to learn about the science by following the right steps provided. G．Seeing Earth in a new way gets them thinking about what makes our planet unique. 【答案】1．B 2．F 3．D 4．G 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了宇航员可以在太空中所进行的四种活动。 1．空前“It is hard to stay inside the space station all that time, but they still need to do their everyday living, such as working, eating, and exercising with limited resources. Imagine you are an astronaut on the space station right now.(一直呆在空间站里是很困难的，但他们仍然需要用有限的资源来完成日常生活，比如工作、吃饭和锻炼。想象你现在是空间站上的一名宇航员。)”提到了宇航员在太空中使用有限的资源所进行的日常活动，下文则讲述了四项可以在太空上做的具体活动。由此可推知，设空处起到引出下文的作用，并与太空中的活动相关。分析选项，B项“你在太空可以做什么活动？”为特殊疑问句，能够引出下文内容；且其中的“activities”和“in space”与太空中所进行的活动相关。故选B项。 2．空前“They do all the science experiments that need to happen on the space station. Most of the time, these experiments were designed by scientists.(他们做所有需要在空间站上进行的科学实验。大多数时候，这些实验都是由科学家设计的。)”提到了宇航员需要在太空站做实验，而这些实验大部分是由科学家们设计的；空后“Astronauts also need to learn how to operate parts of the space station, such as the robotic arm.(宇航员还需要学习如何操作空间站的一些部件，比如机械臂。)”则讲到宇航员们还需要学习如何操作空间站的一些部件。由此可推知，设空处应起到承上启下的作用，并与太空科学实验及宇航员需要学习的内容相关，E项“宇航员正在学习如何在空间站上种植食物”和F项“因此，他们需要按照提供的正确步骤来学习科学知识”都与宇航员的学习内容相关。E项与太空科学实验无关，故排除。F项中的“science”与空前的“science”和“scientists”相呼应，且空后句中的“learn”为该项中“learn”的同词复现。故选F项。 3．根据本段小标题“Do exercise(做运动)”可知，本段主要讲述和运动相关的内容。设空处位于段首，应起到总结全段或引起下文的作用，且与运动的内容相关。D项“宇航员需要保持肌肉强壮以保持健康。”与运动相关，且与下文内容“One way they do this is by running on a designed treadmill(跑步机), which could hold them down so they won't float away. You can keep your muscles strong, too. (其中一种方法是在一个专门设计的跑步机上跑步，这个跑步机可以固定住他们，这样他们就不会飘走。你也可以保持你的肌肉强壮。)”衔接紧密，其中的“keep their muscles strong to stay healthy”与空后的“keep your muscles strong”相呼应。故选D项。 4．空前“Astronauts love to take pictures and videos of Earth from the window of the space station.(宇航员喜欢从空间站的窗口拍摄地球的照片和视频。)”提到宇航员从空间站的窗口拍摄地球，空后“You can take pictures from your window, too. Think about what makes your street and city special and take notes of the patterns you see.(你也可以从你的窗户拍照。想想是什么让你的街道和城市变得特别，并记下你看到的模式。)”则讲述了从窗户里拍照并思考是什么让你所在的街道和城市变得特别。由此可推知，设空处应承上启下，且与思考的内容相关。G项“以一种新的方式看待地球让他们思考是什么让我们的星球与众不同。”与上下文联系紧密，且其中的“Seeing Earth in a new way”指的是上文提到的从空间站的窗口拍摄地球照片和视频的这种方法，“thinking about”和“unique”分别与下文中的“Think about”和“special”相呼应。故选G项。 5．空前“Make a list of the friends and relatives you want to stay in touch with and contact with a few every day.(把你想要保持联系的朋友和亲戚列一个清单，每天和其中一些人联系。)”提到列出想要保持联系的朋友和亲戚，每天和其中一些人联系。设空处位于段尾，应起到承接上文或总结全段的作用，且与和他人保持联系相关。C项“他们会很高兴知道你在想着他们。”与和他人保持联系相关，且其中的“They”指代的是前句中的“the friends and relatives”。故选C项。 4.（2025·河南新乡·一模）Whether you are attracted by landscapes, landmarks, or the after-effects of weather, there are photo opportunities everywhere. 1 ●Going in close can bring some fascinatıng rewards in nature photography. Zooming into a delicate flower or capturing (捕捉) insects larger than life can help show the beauty we might miss in everyday life. 2 If you’re zooming in on one particular subject, such as a bee landing on a flower, you could end up with soft-focus objects in the background to create added interest. ● 3 A shadow or lots of natural sunlight can produce great results - it’s just best to avoid extremes Too much bright light on a camera lens (镜头) can cause a photo to be unclear. A dark sky with stars looks great, but it might make a big difference between the background and what you’re taking a picture of. When you’ve found your ideal outdoor location, why not try capturing it during a golden hour sunset and see what happens? ●Once you’ve found a location, think about where to place your main subject in the picture, what angle to shoot from, and the details you want to capture. It’s good to avoid too much unnecessary space or just centring your image in the frame. 4 ●Keeping the camera steady is important, whether you stand firm or use a tool to do so. A self-timer can also be a handy tool for keeping your hands away from dials and settings once you have chosen your shot. Learning to master shutter (快门) speed is a more advanced skill. 5 If your picture is all about animals, then the shutter speed needs to be fast enough to stop movement in the frame as you click. A．Avoid places that are too sunny. B．Experiment with how close you can hold the camera. C．There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to timing. D．Here are four ways to help inspire the best outdoor photos. E．An appropriately fast shutter speed can save you in this situation. F．It’s also important to accurately shoot the landscape as it truly looks. G．However, it brings rewards if you want to capture movement in wildlife. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．F 5．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了四种帮助拍出最佳户外照片的方法。 1．上文“Whether you are attracted by landscapes, landmarks, or the after effects of weather, there are photo opportunities everywhere. (无论你是被风景、地标还是天气的后续影响所吸引，到处都有拍照的机会。)”表明无论被何种事物吸引，到处都有拍照机会，D选项“Here are four ways to help inspire the best outdoor photos. (以下是四种帮助你拍出最佳户外照片的方法。)”引出下文要介绍的四种拍出最佳户外照片的方法，与上文衔接自然，开启了下文的具体内容。故选D项。 2．上文“Going in close can bring some fascinating rewards in nature photography. Zooming into a delicate flower or capturing (捕捉) insects larger than life can help show the beauty we might miss in everyday life. (在自然摄影中，靠近拍摄能带来一些迷人的收获。放大拍摄一朵娇嫩的花朵或捕捉比实物更大的昆虫，有助于展现我们在日常生活中可能错过的美。)”强调靠近拍摄在自然摄影中的好处，B选项“Experiment with how close you can hold the camera.( 尝试一下相机能靠近到什么程度。)”进一步建议尝试靠近相机拍摄，与上文围绕“靠近拍摄”这一话题展开，逻辑紧密。故选B项。 3．下文“A shadow or lots of natural sunlight can produce great results - it’s just best to avoid extremes. Too much bright light on a camera lens (镜头) can cause a photo to be unclear. (阴影或充足的自然光可以拍出很棒的效果——只是最好避免极端情况。相机镜头上过多的强光会导致照片不清晰。)”主要讨论了光线对拍摄的影响，A选项“Avoid places that are too sunny. (避免去阳光过于充足的地方。)”与下文内容相关，提醒要避免阳光过于充足的地方，符合语境。故选A项。 4．上文“Once you’ve found a location, think about where to place your main subject in the picture, what angle to shoot from, and the details you want to capture. It’s good to avoid too much unnecessary space or just centring your image in the frame. (一旦你找到了拍摄地点，就要考虑把主要拍摄对象放在画面的什么位置，从什么角度拍摄，以及你想要捕捉的细节。最好避免画面中有太多不必要的空白，或者只是把图像放在画面中心。)”强调找到拍摄地点后要考虑主体位置、拍摄角度等构图问题，F选项“It’s also important to accurately shoot the landscape as it truly looks. (准确地拍摄出风景真实的样子也很重要。)”进一步说明准确拍摄出风景真实的样子也很重要，与上文在构图方面的讨论相呼应。故选F项。 5．上文“Learning to master shutter (快门) speed is a more advanced skill. (学习掌握快门速度是一项更高级的技能。)”提到掌握快门速度是更高级的技能，下文“If your picture is all about animals, then the shutter speed needs to be fast enough to stop movement in the frame as you click. (如果你的照片主要是关于动物的，那么快门速度需要足够快，以便在你按下快门时定格画面中的动作。)”以拍摄动物为例说明需要足够快的快门速度，E选项“An appropriately fast shutter speed can save you in this situation. (在这种情况下，合适的快速快门速度能帮到你。)”说明合适的快速快门速度在这种情况下很有用，与上下文围绕快门速度展开，逻辑连贯。故选E项。 5.（24-25高三上·云南昭通·阶段练习） Surprising Facts About Nutritionists: What You Didn’t Know Eating healthily is a goal that many of us struggle for. 1 . Nutritionists are experts in the field of health and nutrition, and they have invaluable knowledge about how to eat right. Here are several surprising facts about nutritionists that will change the way you eat. Nutritionists are invaluable healthcare professionals for those seeking a healthier lifestyle through weight loss and dieting. With their expertise in understanding nutrients, scientific evidence, and food labeling, nutritionists can provide realistic guidance that matches individual lifestyles. 2 , but they also help with navigating (导航) the different types of diets that  exist to help people find one that suits them best. Nutritionists are more than just meal planners; they are experts in nutrition with an in-depth understanding of how to design food plans that fit individual needs. They can take a comprehensive look at your lifestyle and specific health concerns. 3 . 4 . Fortunately, nutritionists are on hand to help provide the key advice and guidance you need to keep start eating healthy — and yes, even to enjoy your meals too! Nutritionists have experience in understanding food safety challenges that many diets can involve. This information can be invaluable as it affords individuals the opportunity to take necessary measures so they can best protect themselves from becoming ill. Nutritionists are helping to create huge life changes for individuals around the world by educating them about portion (份量) control, mindful eating, and making healthy food choices. Nutritionists provide invaluable knowledge about how different nutritional components work together to create lasting health benefits. 5 . Nutritionists can explain why portion control is so vital for a healthy lifestyle. Navigating the complicated world of food and diet can be challenging without expert guidance. Nutritionists offer invaluable support, tailoring dietary advice to achieve individual health goals, lifestyle preferences, and nutritional needs. A．The benefits of working with a nutritionist are endless B．However, it can be challenging to know where to start C．Not only do they assist with meal planning and general nutrition advice D．They not only understand how to combine individual ingredients to properly balance flavors E．It is important to know not only what type of food our bodies need but also the quantity of it F．Awareness of food safety and avoiding food-borne illnesses is crucial to any diet and lifestyle G．Thus, nutritionists can recommend recipes tailored to provide nutritional value and satisfaction 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．G 4．F 5．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了不为人们熟知的关于营养师的一些事实。 1．根据上文“Eating healthily is a goal that many of us struggle for.(健康饮食是我们很多人努力追求的目标)”以及后文“Nutritionists are experts in the field of health and nutrition, and they have invaluable knowledge about how to eat right. Here are several surprising facts about nutritionists that will change the way you eat.(营养学家是健康和营养领域的专家，他们对如何正确饮食有着宝贵的知识。以下是关于营养学家的一些令人惊讶的事实，它们将改变你的饮食方式)”可知，上文提到健康饮食是很多人为之奋斗的目标之一。下文通过下定义介绍了什么是营养师并指出关于营养师的一些令人惊讶的事实会改变你吃的方式，设空处应起到承上启下的作用。选项B中的However和challenging与上文构成转折关系，it指代上一句中的eating healthily，know where to start引出下文“了解关于营养师的一些令人惊讶的事实会改变你吃的方式”。B选项“然而，知道从哪里开始是很有挑战性的”符合语境，故选B。 2．根据上文“Nutritionists are invaluable healthcare professionals for those seeking a healthier lifestyle through weight loss and dieting. With their expertise in understanding nutrients, scientific evidence, and food labeling, nutritionists can provide realistic guidance that matches individual lifestyles.(对于那些通过减肥和节食寻求更健康生活方式的人来说，营养学家是无价的医疗保健专业人士。营养学家在了解营养素、科学证据和食品标签方面的专业知识，可以提供符合个人生活方式的现实指导)”可知，本段的第一句为主题句，该句指出对于那些想要通过减肥和饮食方式来寻求更健康生活方式的人而言，营养师是无价的医疗专家。由此主题句可知，本段主要从减肥和饮食方式入手来介绍营养师。C选项中的meal planning是diet的同义转述，not only与后文的but also搭配。C选项“他们不仅帮助制定膳食计划和提供一般营养建议”符合语境，故选C。 3．根据上文“Nutritionists are more than just meal planners; they are experts in nutrition with an in-depth understanding of how to design food plans that fit individual needs. They can take a comprehensive look at your lifestyle and specific health concerns.(营养学家不仅仅是饮食规划师；他们是营养方面的专家，对如何设计适合个人需求的食物计划有深入的了解。他们可以全面了解你的生活方式和具体的健康问题)”可知，本段开头提到营养师是营养方面的专家，他们对如何设计适合个人需求的食物计划有着深入的理解，由此可推出，营养师可以推荐私人订制的食谱，选项G中的thus与上文构成因果关系，recipes即指上文中的design food plans。G选项“因此，营养学家可以推荐适合提供营养价值和满意度的食谱”符合语境，故选G。 4．根据后文“Fortunately, nutritionists are on hand to help provide the key advice and guidance you need to keep start eating healthy — and yes, even to enjoy your meals too! Nutritionists have experience in understanding food safety challenges that many diets can involve. This information can be invaluable as it affords individuals the opportunity to take necessary measures so they can best protect themselves from becoming ill.(幸运的是，营养学家随时为你提供关键的建议和指导，让你开始健康饮食——是的，甚至享受你的饮食！营养学家在了解许多饮食可能涉及的食品安全挑战方面有经验。这些信息是非常宝贵的，因为它使个人有机会采取必要的措施，使他们能够最好地保护自己不生病)”可知，本段后文提到营养师在食品安全方面有经验，可以帮助个人采取必要的措施来防止生病，故本段聚焦food safety食品安全问题。F选项“食品安全意识和避免食源性疾病对任何饮食和生活方式都至关重要”符合语境，故选F。 5．根据上文“Nutritionists are helping to create huge life changes for individuals around the world by educating them about portion (份量) control, mindful eating, and making healthy food choices. Nutritionists provide invaluable knowledge about how different nutritional components work together to create lasting health benefits.(营养学家通过教育人们如何控制食量、注意饮食和选择健康的食物，正在帮助世界各地的人们改变他们的生活。营养学家提供了宝贵的知识，告诉我们不同的营养成分如何共同作用，从而产生持久的健康益处)”可知，段首提到通过教人们如何控制食物份量、智慧饮食和选择健康食品来帮助人们改变。E选项中的the quantity与上文的portion份量相呼应。E选项“重要的是不仅要知道我们的身体需要什么类型的食物，还要知道它的数量”符合语境，故选E。 6.（2025·四川南充·二模）Learning how to swim can be scary when you don’t know what you’re doing. However, once you get the hang of it, swimming will be a breeze for you. There are things you can do to make it less frightening. Get used to floating. When you’re in the water, hold the pool side, submerge your head and let your legs float out behind you. 1 Don’t worry. You can try it again. Gradually, you’re used to letting the whole body float. Try exhaling (呼气) underwater. While you’re still in a shallow depth, take a deep breath, put your face underwater and slowly exhale through your nose. If uncomfortable exhaling through nose, you can hold it closed and exhale through mouth. 2 Practice kicking your legs. When you float on your stomach, start with your knees bent and your legs slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. 3 Extend your legs out to the side when your heels reach your butt and then bring your legs back together. 4 Start from the core position, then tum both palms outward. Push your hands out and slightly down. When your arms form a ‘Y’ with your body, bend your elbows and bring your hands down and back toward your mouth. Push them back out and assume the core position again. Swimming is about effort, not just natural talent. 5 There is a direct connection between what you put into it and what you get out of it. A．Sweep your arms out. B．Learn how to swing your body. C．Next, Point your feet outwards from your body. D．You will be surprised to find that your body is floating. E．You can’t be good at swimming without putting in the work. F．But the lower body tends to sink, while the upper body floats at first. G．Keep doing this until you’re nearly out of breath, and then come back up. 【答案】1．F 2．G 3．C 4．A 5．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了学习游泳时可以采取哪些措施来减轻恐惧感，并详细描述了学习游泳的几个步骤和技巧。 1．根据上文“When you’re in the water, hold the pool side, submerge your head and let your legs float out behind you.(当你在水中时，抓住泳池边，将头浸入水中，让你的腿在身后漂浮起来。)”可知，上文提到让腿在身后漂浮。而空后“Don’t worry. You can try it again.(别担心，你可以再试一次。)”则暗示了空处指的是发展不顺利。选项F“But the lower body tends to sink, while the upper body floats at first.(但一开始下半身往往会下沉，而上半身会漂浮。)”符合上下文语境。故选F。 2．根据上文“Try exhaling (呼气) underwater. While you’re still in a shallow depth, take a deep breath, put your face underwater and slowly exhale through your nose. If uncomfortable exhaling through nose, you can hold it closed and exhale through mouth.(尝试在水下呼气。当你仍然处于浅水区时，深吸一口气，将脸浸入水中，然后通过鼻子慢慢呼气。如果你通过鼻子呼气感到不舒服，你可以捏住鼻子，通过嘴巴呼气。)”可知，上文提到尝试在水下呼气以及相关的方法。选项G“Keep doing this until you’re nearly out of breath, and then come back up.(一直这样做，直到你几乎喘不过气来，然后再回到水面上。)”与上文的呼气动作相承接。故选G。 3．根据上文“When you float on your stomach, start with your knees bent and your legs slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.(当你趴在水面上时，先弯曲膝盖，双腿分开略宽于肩宽。)”以及空后“Extend your legs out to the side when your heels reach your butt and then bring your legs back together.(当你的脚跟碰到臀部时，将腿向两侧伸展，然后再将腿并拢。)”可推测，上下文描述了踢腿的动作。选项C“Next, Point your feet outwards from your body.(接下来，将脚从身体向外指。)”符合动作的先后顺序。故选C。 4．空处为段首句，为本段主要内容。根据下文“Start from the core position, then tum both palms outward. Push your hands out and slightly down. When your arms form a ‘Y’ with your body, bend your elbows and bring your hands down and back toward your mouth. Push them back out and assume the core position again.(从核心位置开始，然后将双手向外翻转。将双手向外推并稍微向下。当你的手臂与身体形成一个“Y”形时，弯曲肘部，将双手向下并向后朝嘴巴方向拉。再将它们推回并再次回到核心位置。)”可知，本段主要讲述的是手臂的动作。选项A“Sweep your arms out.(伸展你的手臂)”正是对本段内容的概述。故选A。 5．根据上文“Swimming is about effort, not just natural talent.(游泳不仅仅是天赋，还需要努力。)”可知，游泳需要的不仅仅是天赋还有努力。选项E“You can’t be good at swimming without putting in the work.(不付出努力你就不可能擅长游泳。)”延续上文内容，进一步指出只有努力我们才会学会游泳。故选E。 7.（2025高三下·全国·专题练习）The art of chatting is a delicate (微妙的) dance. And in a foreign context, you’re more likely to feel difficult in the process. But small talk doesn’t have to be a challenge. 1 Be prepared to go with the flow. In India, you might find that you’re asked questions that are more personal than you’re used to. 2 In these places, it’s an important way for people to build trust with one another. If you’re in a country that’s big on small talk, accept it. But you should know when to cut the chatter. For many people around the world, avoiding small talk altogether isn’t a new concept. 3 But you might get a cold shoulder if you play jokes on a stranger in the Scandinavian countries. People there often place a bigger cultural emphasis on privacy and personal space. Don’t forget about the importance of body language to foster a warm interaction. 4 Another simple trick to earn other speakers’ trust is to remember and repeat their names. It’s usually the first thing you learn about someone and the easiest way to show you’ve been listening. 5 With practice and an open mind, making new friends around the world can be just a conversation away. A．The context of environment is important. B．Small talk means different things to everyone. C．Tips for becoming an international chat champion are here. D．Just remember that there’s no fixed way to master small talk. E．And Brazilians are known to take pleasure in chatting with anybody for hours. F．Mirroring others’ postures and gestures can signal that you enjoy being in their presence. G．This might come as a surprise to Americans, many of whom delight in chatting breathlessly. 【答案】1．C 2．E 3．G 4．F 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了在不同文化背景下如何进行有效的闲聊，并提供了相关的技巧和建议。 1．根据上文“But small talk doesn’t have to be a challenge.(但闲聊不一定是件难事)”可知，作者接下来会提供一些关于如何应对闲聊的建议。且总领下文。选项C“这里有一些成为国际聊天冠军的技巧”切题。故选C。 2．根据上文“In India, you might find that you’ re asked questions that are more personal than you’ re used to.(在印度，你可能会发现人们问的问题比你习惯的更私人化)”可知，选项与上文为并列关系继续说明其他国家的聊天情况。故E选项“众所周知，巴西人喜欢与任何人聊天几个小时”切题。故选E。 3．根据上文“For many people around the world, avoiding small talk altogether isn’t a new concept.(对于世界各地的许多人来说，完全避免闲聊并不是一个新概念)”可知，选项承接上文说明美国人对于闲聊的态度和举动。故G选项“这可能会让美国人感到惊讶，因为他们中的许多人喜欢不间断地聊天”切题。故选G。 4．根据上文“Don’t forget about the importance of body language to foster a warm interaction.(不要忘记肢体语言对促进温暖互动的重要性)”可知，选项承接上文说明肢体语言的作用。故F选项“模仿别人的姿势和手势可以表明你喜欢和他们在一起”切题。故选F。 5．根据下文“With practice and an open mind, making new friends around the world can be just a conversation away.(通过练习和开放的心态，结交世界各地的新朋友可能只是一次对话的距离)可知，选项在总结前文说明掌握闲聊的技巧有很多，同时引起后文的建议。故D选项“记住，掌握闲聊没有固定的方式”切题。故选D。 8.（2025·山西吕梁·一模）When we speak of a person being independent, what do we mean? Usually, we take it to mean that becoming independent begins as a young child - their level of independence increases as they pass through the various stages of growing up. 1 The following insights will make you think that independence is quite essential. ●Being independent is a boost to your confidence. Every life coach and motivational speaker stresses the importance of confidence when you seek success in your life. The more independent you are, the more confident you will become. You are going to be willing to do things on your own, try new ventures, and so gain more experience. This creates a good and self-fulfilling cycle. 2 ●You will not need to rely on others. Self-reliance is a significant element in being an independent person. When you can make decisions for yourself without relying on others to approve or sanction your choice, so you are acting independently. 3 Relying on others is not attractive feature in someone’s personality and might lead to losing friends or upsetting colleagues. ● 4 Nothing compares to receiving that first pay packet and knowing that at last, you can begin to pay your way in the world. Having financial independence is a fantastic feeling. It means that you don’t have to depend on others to pay for you. Knowing you are in control of your income and spending without referring to anyone else reduces stress and improves your feeling of contentedness. ●Independence leads to broader horizons. Once you can function as an independent person without constraints placed on you by others, you can broaden your horizons. You will be able to take trips to exotic destinations and gain more extensive knowledge. 5 You can form a broader, more all-embracing view of the world, and you can also avoid getting into a single and narrow mind-set. A．The more experiences you have, the more your confidence will grow. B．But some people don’t think it makes much sense to become independent. C．You can get freedom through financial independence. D．However, people who depend on others cannot learn to grow themselves. E．Self-reliance is a sign of one’s maturity. F．The pursuit of money should dominate your life. G．Over time, you can become internationally minded. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．E 4．C 5．G 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章围绕“独立”这一主题展开，通过列举独立的几个好处，如增强自信、无需依赖他人、获得财务自由以及拓宽视野等，来阐述独立的重要性和必要性。 1．根据空前“Usually, we take it to mean that becoming independent begins as a young child - their level of independence increases as they pass through the various stages of growing up. (我们通常认为独立从小孩子时期就开始了，他们在成长的不同阶段独立程度会增加。)”可知，人们通常认为独立会随着时间的变化增加。选项B“But some people don’t think it makes much sense to become independent. (但有些人认为变得独立没有多大意义。)”作为转折，可以引发读者对独立重要性的思考，从而自然引出下文内容。故选B。 2．根据上文“Being independent is a boost to your confidence. Every life coach and motivational speaker stresses the importance of confidence when you seek success in your life. The more independent you are, the more confident you will become. You are going to be willing to do things on your own, try new ventures, and so gain more experience. This creates a good and self-fulfilling cycle. (独立能增强你的自信心。每一位人生导师和励志演说家都强调，当你在生活中追求成功时，自信的重要性。你越独立，就会变得越自信。你会愿意自己去做事，尝试新的冒险，从而获得更多的经验。这就形成了一个良好且自我满足的循环。)”可知，本段主题是独立能增强自信，前文提到越独立越自信，会愿意自己做事、尝试新事物从而获得更多经验。选项A“The more experiences you have, the more your confidence will grow. (你拥有的经验越多，你的自信就会增长得越多。)”自然延续上文内容，进一步阐述了经验与自信的关系。故选A。 3．根据上文内容“You will not need to rely on others. Self-reliance is a significant element in being an independent person. When you can make decisions for yourself without relying on others to approve or sanction your choice, so you are acting independently. (你将无需依赖他人。自力更生是成为一个独立的人的重要因素。当你能够自己做决定，而无需依赖他人来认可或批准你的选择时，那么你就是在独立行事。)”可知，上文讲述了自力更生是成为一个独立的人的重要因素。选项E“Self-reliance is a sign of one’s maturity. (自力更生是一个人成熟的标志。)”与段落主题一致，且承接上文“当你能自己做决定而不依赖他人认可时就是独立行事”。故选E。 4．空处是段首句，为本段主要内容。根据下文“Nothing compares to receiving that first pay packet and knowing that at last, you can begin to pay your way in the world. Having financial independence is a fantastic feeling. (没有什么能比得上收到第一份工资单，并知道终于可以开始在这个世界上自食其力了。拥有经济独立是一种美妙的感觉。)”可知，本段主要讲述的是经济独立。选项C“You can get freedom through financial independence. (你可以通过经济独立获得自由。)”是本段内容的概括。故选C。 5．根据上文“Independence leads to broader horizons. Once you can function as an independent person without constraints placed on you by others, you can broaden your horizons. You will be able to take trips to exotic destinations and gain more extensive knowledge. (独立会带来更广阔的视野。一旦你能够作为一个独立的人，不受他人施加的限制而发挥作用，你就可以拓宽自己的视野。你将能够前往充满异国情调的目的地旅行，并获得更广泛的知识。)”可知，本段的主题是独立能带来更广阔的视野，前文提到能够去异国他乡旅行并获得更广泛的知识。选项G“Over time, you can become internationally minded. (随着时间的推移，你可以培养国际化的思维。)” 进一步说明独立带来的好处，与前文“去异国旅行”相呼应。故选G。 9.（2025·江苏南通·一模）Over the years I spent researching how news consumption impacts our mental well-being many people doubted my efforts. 1 Below are effective ways to help you become more informed.Read good-quality journalism The conflict between good quality journalism and profitability is not just a problem for the industry; it is our problem to solve too.  Poor-quality information will lead to poor-quality decisions. 2 Let us be the ones to make quality news profitable and abundant once again.Be prepared to pay for content 3 If we are not paying for the content we read to be produced, someone else is. And news organizations will ultimately answer to whoever is paying the bills. So, it is simple. we must be prepared to pay for news content. This can be done through buying the newspaper or magazine, subscribing either online or offline or simply donating to news organizations that value good-quality journalism. 4 We do not have to only rely on news organizations to educate us on world issues. In our information-rich environment, there are plenty of other valuable sources available. Novels allows us to develop feelings of empathy and understanding of others. Nonfiction books give us well-researched depth, insight and knowledge.Become a conscious consumer In the words of media mogul (大亨) Rupert Murdoch, news organizations are just ‘giving the people what they want’. Well, let us change what we want, and they will give us something different. Change will not take place unless those who are expected to change know and accept the reasons, the methods, and the rewards for changing. 5 A．Our actions do matter. B．Read beyond the news C．Seek out solutions-focused sources D．There is no such thing as a free lunch. E．But we have the power to adjust our media intake. F．So let’s adjust ourselves to the change of the world. G．Those who learn the ‘why’ of anything will always find the ‘how’. 【答案】1．E 2．A 3．D 4．B 5．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述了几个变得有见识的方法。 1．根据上文“Over the years I spent researching how news consumption impacts our mental well-being many people doubted my efforts. (多年来，我一直在研究新闻摄入如何影响我们的心理健康，许多人怀疑我的努力。)”及下文“Below are effective ways to help you become more informed. (下面是帮助你变得更有见识的有效方法。)”可知，作者先提出目前面临的问题，下文提出改进的建议方法，所以此处表达“面临问题，还是有解决方式的”，选项E. “But we have the power to adjust our media intake. (但我们有能力调整我们的媒体摄入量。)”起到承上启下的作用，符合逻辑。故选E。 2．根据上文“Poor-quality information will lead to poor-quality decisions. (低质量的信息会导致低质量的决策。)”可知，低质量的新闻会带给我们负面的影响，因此我们要积极的采取行动，减少这类新闻的摄，即我们的行动是关键。选项A. “Our actions do matter. (我们的行动很重要。)”符合逻辑。故选A。 3．根据这一段落的主题“Be prepared to pay for content (准备好为内容付费)”可知，本段的建议是“为内容付费”。因此此处要首先指出“为内容付费”的原因。选项D. “There is no such thing as a free lunch. (天下没有免费的午餐)”解释了为什么要付费，符合逻辑。故选D。 4．根据下文“We do not have to only rely on news organizations to educate us on world issues. In our information-rich environment, there are plenty of other valuable sources available. (我们不必仅仅依靠新闻机构来教育我们了解世界问题。在我们这个信息丰富的环境中，还有许多其他有价值的资源可用。)”可知，本段给出的建议是“不能仅仅依赖新闻信息，还要利用其他有价值的资源”，选项B. “Read beyond the news (阅读新闻之外的内容)”符合逻辑。故选B。 5．根据本段标题“Become a conscious consumer (成为一个有意识的消费者)”可知，本段建议读者做一个有主动意识的人，上文“Change will not take place unless those who are expected to change know and accept the reasons, the methods, and the rewards for changing. (除非那些被期望改变的人知道并接受改变的原因、方法和回报，否则改变不会发生。)”先介绍没有主动意识，即被动改变的人，所以此处内容描述有主动意识的人的行为。选项G. “Those who learn the ‘why’ of anything will always find the ‘how’. (懂得“为什么”的人总能找到“怎么做”。)”符合逻辑。故选G。 10.（2025·贵州·模拟预测）Thinking is an essential part of our daily lives. We analyze, reason, and think carefully to make decisions and solve problems. 1 This phenomenon is often called “thinking without thinking”, in other words, intuition (直觉), and it has attracted philosophers, psychologists, and scientists for centuries. While intuition may seem mysterious and magical for most of us, research has explained the potential abilities that enable our minds to engage in thinking without thinking. Gladwell, a writer for The New Yorker, has explored many studies and real-life examples. 2 One such study involved examining the ability of art experts to determine the authenticity (真实性) of artwork. 3 They have sharpened their intuition through years of experience and exposure to various art styles and techniques. Explorers like Gladwell has proved that the brain can make unbelievably accurate assessments based on cues and patterns our conscious mind might overlook from an experimental viewpoint. 4 Leaders who listen to their intuitive wisdom make innovative decisions that lead to success in business. In personal relationships, intuitive insights can help us understand the needs and feelings of others, fostering deeper connections. Although intuition can provide valuable insights, it is not rock-solid (坚如磐石). 5 To use the power of intuition effectively, we can cultivate a few essential practices. Besides engaging in activities that enable our mind to gather valuable knowledge and patterns, gathering additional information to confirm or challenge our intuitive insights is very important. This practice helps develop a deeper understanding of the factors influencing our intuition. A．The intuition is full of uniqueness. B．They demonstrate the power of intuition. C．It shows scientific principles behind intuition. D．Sometimes emotional influences may cloud our judgments. E．Intuition serves as a guide in both personal and professional fields. F．The study discovered they made accurate judgments within seconds. G．However, sometimes we avoid this and draw immediate conclusions. 【答案】1．G 2．B 3．F 4．E 5．D 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了直觉这一类思考方式的原理、依据、好处，以及更好地使用这种思考方式的建议。 1．根据上文“We analyze, reason, and think carefully to make decisions and solve problems.(我们通过分析、推理和仔细思考来做出决定和解决问题)”以及后文“This phenomenon is often called “thinking without thinking”, in other words, intuition, and it has attracted philosophers, psychologists, and scientists for centuries.(这种现象通常被称为“不假思索的思考”，换句话说，就是直觉。几个世纪以来，它一直吸引着哲学家、心理学家和科学家)”可知，本句与上文存在转折关系，指出通过直觉直接得到结论。故G选项“然而，有时我们回避这个过程，直接得出结论”符合语境，故选G。 2．根据上文“While intuition may seem mysterious and magical for most of us, research has explained the potential abilities that enable our minds to engage in thinking without thinking. Gladwell, a writer for The New Yorker, has explored many studies and real-life examples.(虽然直觉对我们大多数人来说似乎是神秘而神奇的，但研究已经解释了让我们的大脑在不思考的情况下进行思考的潜在能力。格拉德威尔是《纽约客》的撰稿人，他研究了许多研究和现实生活中的例子)”可知，此空设于段尾，与上文存在解释关系，给出研究和例子得出的结论。故B选项“他们展示了直觉的力量”符合语境，故选B。 3．根据后文“They have sharpened their intuition through years of experience and exposure to various art styles and techniques.(他们通过多年的经验和接触各种艺术风格和技术，磨练了自己的直觉)”可知，此空设于段中，与下文存在解释关系，后文分析了直觉是如何锻炼出的，本句主要说明了通过直觉快速做出判断。故F选项“研究发现他们能在几秒钟内做出准确的判断”符合语境，故选F。 4．根据后文“Leaders who listen to their intuitive wisdom make innovative decisions that lead to success in business. In personal relationships, intuitive insights can help us understand the needs and feelings of others, fostering deeper connections.(听从直觉智慧的领导者会做出创新的决定，从而在商业上取得成功。在人际关系中，直觉的洞察力可以帮助我们理解他人的需求和感受，从而培养更深层次的联系)”可知，此空设于段首，是此段的主题句。此段主要是介绍直觉的指导作用。故E选项“直觉在个人和专业领域都起到指导作用”符合语境，故选E。 5．根据上文“Although intuition can provide valuable insights, it is not rock-solid.(虽然直觉可以提供有价值的见解，但它并不是坚如磐石的)”可知，上文提到直觉并不是坚如磐石，推测本句说明直觉的消极影响。故D选项“有时情绪的影响会影响我们的判断”符合语境，故选D。 11.（2025·山东菏泽·一模）Xena Biffert, a district science consultant, started to do a lot of backward planning when taking students outside to meet curricular (课程的) outcomes. This approach allows curriculum connection and encourages students’ focus and interest to lead the way. Here are four tips for practicing backward planning with your students. 1 Know your curriculum. Many topics arise organically, and you can cover them through mini-lessons along the way. One way to deepen that knowledge is to print it out and make a habit of reviewing it daily. 2 First, you develop a familiarity with it. Second, you can see where you can make that connection naturally where the students’ interests meet. Begin the year with a learning plan and a mind map. Having guiding questions has helped Xena form and follow a plan for the year. 3 For example, “How are we all interconnected?” and “What is our story?” She can assess outcomes using this plan throughout the school year. Get students outside regularly. 4 . This culture creates an opportunity to form and answer questions about what happens outdoors and how it connects to other topics. As the emergent learning arises and there is daily reflection on it, knowledge and understanding emerge. Through this intentional work and reflection, teachers will be well equipped to answer questions in the process. 5 It is important for students to reflect on their observations. We often don’t get time to reflect in our fast-paced classrooms. Often, reflection is combined with assessment. An easy starting point is journaling, because it is a thought process accessible to students in every grade. A．Outside learning builds a culture. B．Work out a plan for regular journaling. C．Make time for student reflection like journaling. D．Such guiding questions often arise in the backward planning. E．These may allow you greater flexibility to do outdoor learning. F．Her reasoning for looking at the curriculum every day is twofold. G．Xena creates a mind map using the big idea behind the questions. 【答案】1．E 2．F 3．G 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了地区科学顾问 Xena Biffert 在带学生到户外实现课程目标时所采用的逆向规划方法，并给出了四个关于如何与学生一起实践逆向规划的建议。 1．根据上文“Here are four tips for practicing backward planning with your students.(以下是与学生一起实践逆向规划的四个建议。)”可知，接下来要讲的是与这些建议有关，而选项E“These may allow you greater flexibility to do outdoor learning.(这些可能会让你在进行户外学习时有更大的灵活性。)”中的“These”指代的正是“four tips”，且与户外学习相关，引出下文具体建议，符合语境。故选E。 2．根据上文“One way to deepen that knowledge is to print it out and make a habit of reviewing it daily.(加深对课程知识了解的一种方法是把它打印出来，养成每天复习的习惯。)”可知，上文建议要养成每天复习的习惯。而下文“First, you develop a familiarity with it. Second, you can see where you can make that connection naturally where the students’ interests meet.(首先，你会对它产生熟悉感。其次，你可以看到在哪里可以自然地将课程与学生的兴趣联系起来。)”则讲述了每天复习的原因。选项F“Her reasoning for looking at the curriculum every day is twofold.(她每天查看课程的理由有两个方面。)”符合语境，其中“twofold”与下文的“First” 和“Second”相呼应。故选F。 3．根据上文“Having guiding questions has helped Xena form and follow a plan for the year.(有指导性的问题帮助Xena制定并遵循了一年的计划。)”可知，有指导性的问题帮助她制定了一年的计划。选项G“Xena creates a mind map using the big idea behind the questions.(Xena 利用这些问题背后的大概念创建了一个思维导图。)”自然延续上文内容，指出这些问题背后的大概念帮助Xena创建了一个思维导图。其中的“the questions”指的正是上文中的“guiding questions”。故选G。 4．根据下文“This culture creates an opportunity to form and answer questions about what happens outdoors and how it connects to other topics.(这种文化创造了一个机会，让学生形成并回答关于户外发生的事情以及它与其他主题如何联系的问题。)”可推测，空处提到了一种文化。选项A“Outside learning builds a culture.(户外学习建立了一种文化。)”中的“Outside learning”与小标题“Get students outside regularly.(定期让学生到户外去。)”相呼应。其中的“culture”和下文的“this culture”相衔接。故选A。 5．空处为小标题，为本段主要内容。根据下文“It is important for students to reflect on their observations. We often don’t get time to reflect in our fast-paced classrooms. Often, reflection is combined with assessment. An easy starting point is journaling, because it is a thought process accessible to students in every grade.(让学生反思他们的观察结果是很重要的。在我们快节奏的课堂上，我们常常没有时间进行反思。反思通常与评估相结合。一个简单的起点是写日记，因为这是每个年级的学生都可以参与的思考过程。)”可知，本段主要讲述的是让学生有时间反思，如写日记。选项C“Make time for student reflection like journaling.(为学生留出像写日记这样的反思时间。)”是本段内容的概括。故选C。 12.（2025高三·全国·专题练习）As long as you live, you have an opportunity to change and pursue your life’s purpose. 1 , you seek to focus on what you want to create rather than do well on problems. This is a concern for people besides self and family. Studies suggest that helping others can increase your happiness and improve your health. When you’re doing something for others, you don’t let the little ups and downs of life get to you. 2 . According to psychologist Susan Krauss Whitbourne, putting others before yourself is a ”stealth superpower“. ”The most ‘generative’ people have better long-term well-being“ than people who focus purely on their own happiness. According to a 2007 AmeriCorps study, ”A growing body of research indicates that volunteering provides not just social benefits, but individual health benefits as well.” 3 . Those who volunteer have lower mortality rates (死亡率), greater functional ability,  and lower rates of depression later in life than those who do not volunteer. 4 . Benefiting from a sense of purpose can come from supporting your family and friends or mentoring someone. To reap the benefits of helping others, you don’t need to save the world, just improve your little corner of it. It’s never too late to discover what you can do to make others happy and bring it to life through your actions in the world. 5 . This is because you have amassed the wisdom, skills, and resilience to throw yourself into a project with clarity and energy clout. Your gifts to others will have great value, not only to those who receive them directly but also to everyone their lives touch through an infinite range of time. A．If you concentrate on your own life B．When your purpose is to help others C．You will improve your own happiness and health D．You don’t have to do something huge to be of service E．Instead, you focus on something higher and more meaningful F．Your older years can be your greatest opportunity to contribute G．The study concluded that there is a strong relationship between volunteering and health 【答案】1．B 2．E 3．G 4．D 5．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了帮助他人对个人幸福和健康的积极影响，并强调无论年龄大小，都可以通过行动为他人带来快乐。 1．根据下文“you seek to focus on what you want to create rather than do well on problems. This is a concern for people besides self and family.(你寻求专注于你想要创造的东西，而不是在问题上做得很好。这是对除了自己和家人以外的人的关心)”可知，选项引出下文，与下文构成主从句关系，说明当你的目的是帮助他人时，你会专注于更有意义的事情。故B选项“当你的目的是帮助他人时”切题。故选B。 2．根据上文“When you’re doing something for others, you don’t let the little ups and downs of life get to you.(当你为他人做某事时，你不会让生活中的小起伏影响到你)”可知，选项承接上文说明相反的一种情况。故E选项“相反，你会专注于更高层次和更有意义的事情”切题。故选E。 3．根据上文“A growing body of research indicates that volunteering provides not just social benefits, but individual health benefits as well.(越来越多的研究表明，志愿服务不仅提供社会效益，还提供个人健康效益。）可知，选项承接上文，总结志愿服务与健康的关系。故G项“研究得出结论，志愿服务与健康之间存在密切关系”切题。故选G。 4．根据下文“To reap the benefits of helping others, you don’t need to save the world, just improve your little corner of it.(为了获得帮助他人的好处，你不需要拯救世界，只需改善你的一小部分。）可知，本段主要讲可以从小事做起。D选项“你不必做大事来服务他人”切题，为本段的标题。故选D。 5．根据上文“It’s never too late to discover what you can do to make others happy and bring it to life through your actions in the world.(发现你能做什么来让他人快乐并通过你的行动将其变为现实永远都不晚)”可知，选项承接上文具体说明能做什么。故F选项“你的晚年可能是你贡献的最好机会”切题。故选F项。 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 1 / 15 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 专题05 阅读理解七选五 ———————————————————————————————————————————— 1.（2025·湖北黄冈·模拟预测）This has been a record year for people taking vacations and making trips abroad. But as many travelers learn, communicating with people in other parts of the world can be difficult. A language you studied in high school can be useful in many situations. 1 . This is because knowing a language and being able to effectively communicate with it aren’t the same thing. 2 , but they vary by country and sometimes even by region. These include politeness routines and the appropriate degree of formality to use when interacting with others. Some languages, like German or Spanish, have formality baked right into their vocabulary and grammar. Many language instructors suggest acquiring more formal constructions used in the target language. 3 . However, this also means that a non-native speaker runs the risk of sounding like an oddly formal caveman. These communicative differences aren’t only linguistic (语言的), either. Consider something as basic as making eye contact with or greeting people you encounter on the street. 4 . But in a different location, failing to make eye contact or acknowledge others might mark you as rude or unfriendly. This is true in the U. S. — the unwritten social rules governing looking someone in the eye or saying hello are different in urban areas and in rural settings. In addition, you must have some knowledge of the language’s slang (俚语) and idioms to avoid  being offensive (冒犯的). The danger is that the appropriateness of such expressions is different in different social settings. 5 . A．Making eye contact is part of communication B．In some places, doing so is considered impolite C．Using idioms correctly can be a challenging task D．Each culture has its own set of social rules and routines E．But such issues aren’t typically covered in introductory language classes F．That’s because being overly polite is less likely to offend than being too familiar G．However, even a well-intentioned tourist might annoy or offend native speakers of the language 2.（2025·安徽滁州·一模）Do you start something and then leave it midway? Do you feel an enthusiastic rush at the beginning but lose motivation after some time? If so, don’t worry. 1 , thus keeping you inspired for a long time. Divide your task. 2 The fear of failing to accomplish enormous assignments on time may paralyse you. Also, if your work schedule is too tight, you’ll end up doing nothing. It is always better to tear the whole task apart into achievable tasks. Achieving one task at a time will help fuel your enthusiasm. 3 People all have that one WHY inside which helps push one work hard to attain a certain goal. It can be anything like financial freedom, trying to prove yourself, a desire to make an impact or simply having something meaningful in life. Finding your WHY will help you connect with your goal on a deeper level. Visualize your success This is a mental exercise. Along the way, keep picturing your success and having a taste of it will help you stay hungry for more. Keep a record of everything that you do. You can write it in your journal and you can also record your next steps. 4 Be flexible. As things develop, sometimes you have to adjust according to them. You might have to make changes to your task map along the way. 5 , while being flexible keeps you moving on. A．Find your source B．Being stubborn just leads to frustration C．Try not to be alarmed at the task deadline D．Tracking your goals fuels your driving force E．It can be overwhelming to look at a task as a whole F．The following four methods can be adopted to sustain your motivation G．Here comes a four-part approach that can channel your inner enthusiasm 3.（2025高三下·全国·专题练习）Astronauts on the International Space Station often spend 6 to 12 months in space. It is hard to stay inside the space station all that time, but they still need to do their everyday living, such as working, eating, and exercising with limited resources. Imagine you are an astronaut on the space station right now. 1 Keep learning Astronauts are constantly learning. They do all the science experiments that need to happen on the space station. Most of the time, these experiments were designed by scientists. 2 Astronauts also need to learn how to operate parts of the space station, such as the robotic arm.Do exercise 3 One way they do this is by running on a designed treadmill (跑步机), which could hold them down so they won’t float away. You can keep your muscles strong, too. Do some push ups, sit ups or jo g so that you’ll be strong enough when you can go exploring.Observe Earth Astronauts love to take pictures and videos of Earth from the window of the space station. 4 You can take pictures from your window, too. Think about what makes your street and city special and take notes of the patterns you see.Stay in touch Astronauts keep in touch with their families by email and video-conference. You can keep in touch with your family and friends in the same way. Make a list of the friends and relatives you want to stay in touch with and contact with a few every day. 5 A．What do you know about astronauts? B．What activities would you do in space? C．They will be glad to know you are thinking about them. D．Astronauts need to keep their muscles strong to stay healthy. E．Astronauts are learning how to grow food on the space station. F．So they need to learn about the science by following the right steps provided. G．Seeing Earth in a new way gets them thinking about what makes our planet unique. 4.（2025·河南新乡·一模）Whether you are attracted by landscapes, landmarks, or the after-effects of weather, there are photo opportunities everywhere. 1 ●Going in close can bring some fascinatıng rewards in nature photography. Zooming into a delicate flower or capturing (捕捉) insects larger than life can help show the beauty we might miss in everyday life. 2 If you’re zooming in on one particular subject, such as a bee landing on a flower, you could end up with soft-focus objects in the background to create added interest. ● 3 A shadow or lots of natural sunlight can produce great results - it’s just best to avoid extremes Too much bright light on a camera lens (镜头) can cause a photo to be unclear. A dark sky with stars looks great, but it might make a big difference between the background and what you’re taking a picture of. When you’ve found your ideal outdoor location, why not try capturing it during a golden hour sunset and see what happens? ●Once you’ve found a location, think about where to place your main subject in the picture, what angle to shoot from, and the details you want to capture. It’s good to avoid too much unnecessary space or just centring your image in the frame. 4 ●Keeping the camera steady is important, whether you stand firm or use a tool to do so. A self-timer can also be a handy tool for keeping your hands away from dials and settings once you have chosen your shot. Learning to master shutter (快门) speed is a more advanced skill. 5 If your picture is all about animals, then the shutter speed needs to be fast enough to stop movement in the frame as you click. A．Avoid places that are too sunny. B．Experiment with how close you can hold the camera. C．There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to timing. D．Here are four ways to help inspire the best outdoor photos. E．An appropriately fast shutter speed can save you in this situation. F．It’s also important to accurately shoot the landscape as it truly looks. G．However, it brings rewards if you want to capture movement in wildlife. 5.（24-25高三上·云南昭通·阶段练习） Surprising Facts About Nutritionists: What You Didn’t Know Eating healthily is a goal that many of us struggle for. 1 . Nutritionists are experts in the field of health and nutrition, and they have invaluable knowledge about how to eat right. Here are several surprising facts about nutritionists that will change the way you eat. Nutritionists are invaluable healthcare professionals for those seeking a healthier lifestyle through weight loss and dieting. With their expertise in understanding nutrients, scientific evidence, and food labeling, nutritionists can provide realistic guidance that matches individual lifestyles. 2 , but they also help with navigating (导航) the different types of diets that  exist to help people find one that suits them best. Nutritionists are more than just meal planners; they are experts in nutrition with an in-depth understanding of how to design food plans that fit individual needs. They can take a comprehensive look at your lifestyle and specific health concerns. 3 . 4 . Fortunately, nutritionists are on hand to help provide the key advice and guidance you need to keep start eating healthy — and yes, even to enjoy your meals too! Nutritionists have experience in understanding food safety challenges that many diets can involve. This information can be invaluable as it affords individuals the opportunity to take necessary measures so they can best protect themselves from becoming ill. Nutritionists are helping to create huge life changes for individuals around the world by educating them about portion (份量) control, mindful eating, and making healthy food choices. Nutritionists provide invaluable knowledge about how different nutritional components work together to create lasting health benefits. 5 . Nutritionists can explain why portion control is so vital for a healthy lifestyle. Navigating the complicated world of food and diet can be challenging without expert guidance. Nutritionists offer invaluable support, tailoring dietary advice to achieve individual health goals, lifestyle preferences, and nutritional needs. A．The benefits of working with a nutritionist are endless B．However, it can be challenging to know where to start C．Not only do they assist with meal planning and general nutrition advice D．They not only understand how to combine individual ingredients to properly balance flavors E．It is important to know not only what type of food our bodies need but also the quantity of it F．Awareness of food safety and avoiding food-borne illnesses is crucial to any diet and lifestyle G．Thus, nutritionists can recommend recipes tailored to provide nutritional value and satisfaction 6.（2025·四川南充·二模）Learning how to swim can be scary when you don’t know what you’re doing. However, once you get the hang of it, swimming will be a breeze for you. There are things you can do to make it less frightening. Get used to floating. When you’re in the water, hold the pool side, submerge your head and let your legs float out behind you. 1 Don’t worry. You can try it again. Gradually, you’re used to letting the whole body float. Try exhaling (呼气) underwater. While you’re still in a shallow depth, take a deep breath, put your face underwater and slowly exhale through your nose. If uncomfortable exhaling through nose, you can hold it closed and exhale through mouth. 2 Practice kicking your legs. When you float on your stomach, start with your knees bent and your legs slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. 3 Extend your legs out to the side when your heels reach your butt and then bring your legs back together. 4 Start from the core position, then tum both palms outward. Push your hands out and slightly down. When your arms form a ‘Y’ with your body, bend your elbows and bring your hands down and back toward your mouth. Push them back out and assume the core position again. Swimming is about effort, not just natural talent. 5 There is a direct connection between what you put into it and what you get out of it. A．Sweep your arms out. B．Learn how to swing your body. C．Next, Point your feet outwards from your body. D．You will be surprised to find that your body is floating. E．You can’t be good at swimming without putting in the work. F．But the lower body tends to sink, while the upper body floats at first. G．Keep doing this until you’re nearly out of breath, and then come back up. 7.（2025高三下·全国·专题练习）The art of chatting is a delicate (微妙的) dance. And in a foreign context, you’re more likely to feel difficult in the process. But small talk doesn’t have to be a challenge. 1 Be prepared to go with the flow. In India, you might find that you’re asked questions that are more personal than you’re used to. 2 In these places, it’s an important way for people to build trust with one another. If you’re in a country that’s big on small talk, accept it. But you should know when to cut the chatter. For many people around the world, avoiding small talk altogether isn’t a new concept. 3 But you might get a cold shoulder if you play jokes on a stranger in the Scandinavian countries. People there often place a bigger cultural emphasis on privacy and personal space. Don’t forget about the importance of body language to foster a warm interaction. 4 Another simple trick to earn other speakers’ trust is to remember and repeat their names. It’s usually the first thing you learn about someone and the easiest way to show you’ve been listening. 5 With practice and an open mind, making new friends around the world can be just a conversation away. A．The context of environment is important. B．Small talk means different things to everyone. C．Tips for becoming an international chat champion are here. D．Just remember that there’s no fixed way to master small talk. E．And Brazilians are known to take pleasure in chatting with anybody for hours. F．Mirroring others’ postures and gestures can signal that you enjoy being in their presence. G．This might come as a surprise to Americans, many of whom delight in chatting breathlessly. 8.（2025·山西吕梁·一模）When we speak of a person being independent, what do we mean? Usually, we take it to mean that becoming independent begins as a young child - their level of independence increases as they pass through the various stages of growing up. 1 The following insights will make you think that independence is quite essential. ●Being independent is a boost to your confidence. Every life coach and motivational speaker stresses the importance of confidence when you seek success in your life. The more independent you are, the more confident you will become. You are going to be willing to do things on your own, try new ventures, and so gain more experience. This creates a good and self-fulfilling cycle. 2 ●You will not need to rely on others. Self-reliance is a significant element in being an independent person. When you can make decisions for yourself without relying on others to approve or sanction your choice, so you are acting independently. 3 Relying on others is not attractive feature in someone’s personality and might lead to losing friends or upsetting colleagues. ● 4 Nothing compares to receiving that first pay packet and knowing that at last, you can begin to pay your way in the world. Having financial independence is a fantastic feeling. It means that you don’t have to depend on others to pay for you. Knowing you are in control of your income and spending without referring to anyone else reduces stress and improves your feeling of contentedness. ●Independence leads to broader horizons. Once you can function as an independent person without constraints placed on you by others, you can broaden your horizons. You will be able to take trips to exotic destinations and gain more extensive knowledge. 5 You can form a broader, more all-embracing view of the world, and you can also avoid getting into a single and narrow mind-set. A．The more experiences you have, the more your confidence will grow. B．But some people don’t think it makes much sense to become independent. C．You can get freedom through financial independence. D．However, people who depend on others cannot learn to grow themselves. E．Self-reliance is a sign of one’s maturity. F．The pursuit of money should dominate your life. G．Over time, you can become internationally minded. 9.（2025·江苏南通·一模）Over the years I spent researching how news consumption impacts our mental well-being many people doubted my efforts. 1 Below are effective ways to help you become more informed.Read good-quality journalism The conflict between good quality journalism and profitability is not just a problem for the industry; it is our problem to solve too.  Poor-quality information will lead to poor-quality decisions. 2 Let us be the ones to make quality news profitable and abundant once again.Be prepared to pay for content 3 If we are not paying for the content we read to be produced, someone else is. And news organizations will ultimately answer to whoever is paying the bills. So, it is simple. we must be prepared to pay for news content. This can be done through buying the newspaper or magazine, subscribing either online or offline or simply donating to news organizations that value good-quality journalism. 4 We do not have to only rely on news organizations to educate us on world issues. In our information-rich environment, there are plenty of other valuable sources available. Novels allows us to develop feelings of empathy and understanding of others. Nonfiction books give us well-researched depth, insight and knowledge.Become a conscious consumer In the words of media mogul (大亨) Rupert Murdoch, news organizations are just ‘giving the people what they want’. Well, let us change what we want, and they will give us something different. Change will not take place unless those who are expected to change know and accept the reasons, the methods, and the rewards for changing. 5 A．Our actions do matter. B．Read beyond the news C．Seek out solutions-focused sources D．There is no such thing as a free lunch. E．But we have the power to adjust our media intake. F．So let’s adjust ourselves to the change of the world. G．Those who learn the ‘why’ of anything will always find the ‘how’. 10.（2025·贵州·模拟预测）Thinking is an essential part of our daily lives. We analyze, reason, and think carefully to make decisions and solve problems. 1 This phenomenon is often called “thinking without thinking”, in other words, intuition (直觉), and it has attracted philosophers, psychologists, and scientists for centuries. While intuition may seem mysterious and magical for most of us, research has explained the potential abilities that enable our minds to engage in thinking without thinking. Gladwell, a writer for The New Yorker, has explored many studies and real-life examples. 2 One such study involved examining the ability of art experts to determine the authenticity (真实性) of artwork. 3 They have sharpened their intuition through years of experience and exposure to various art styles and techniques. Explorers like Gladwell has proved that the brain can make unbelievably accurate assessments based on cues and patterns our conscious mind might overlook from an experimental viewpoint. 4 Leaders who listen to their intuitive wisdom make innovative decisions that lead to success in business. In personal relationships, intuitive insights can help us understand the needs and feelings of others, fostering deeper connections. Although intuition can provide valuable insights, it is not rock-solid (坚如磐石). 5 To use the power of intuition effectively, we can cultivate a few essential practices. Besides engaging in activities that enable our mind to gather valuable knowledge and patterns, gathering additional information to confirm or challenge our intuitive insights is very important. This practice helps develop a deeper understanding of the factors influencing our intuition. A．The intuition is full of uniqueness. B．They demonstrate the power of intuition. C．It shows scientific principles behind intuition. D．Sometimes emotional influences may cloud our judgments. E．Intuition serves as a guide in both personal and professional fields. F．The study discovered they made accurate judgments within seconds. G．However, sometimes we avoid this and draw immediate conclusions. 11.（2025·山东菏泽·一模）Xena Biffert, a district science consultant, started to do a lot of backward planning when taking students outside to meet curricular (课程的) outcomes. This approach allows curriculum connection and encourages students’ focus and interest to lead the way. Here are four tips for practicing backward planning with your students. 1 Know your curriculum. Many topics arise organically, and you can cover them through mini-lessons along the way. One way to deepen that knowledge is to print it out and make a habit of reviewing it daily. 2 First, you develop a familiarity with it. Second, you can see where you can make that connection naturally where the students’ interests meet. Begin the year with a learning plan and a mind map. Having guiding questions has helped Xena form and follow a plan for the year. 3 For example, “How are we all interconnected?” and “What is our story?” She can assess outcomes using this plan throughout the school year. Get students outside regularly. 4 . This culture creates an opportunity to form and answer questions about what happens outdoors and how it connects to other topics. As the emergent learning arises and there is daily reflection on it, knowledge and understanding emerge. Through this intentional work and reflection, teachers will be well equipped to answer questions in the process. 5 It is important for students to reflect on their observations. We often don’t get time to reflect in our fast-paced classrooms. Often, reflection is combined with assessment. An easy starting point is journaling, because it is a thought process accessible to students in every grade. A．Outside learning builds a culture. B．Work out a plan for regular journaling. C．Make time for student reflection like journaling. D．Such guiding questions often arise in the backward planning. E．These may allow you greater flexibility to do outdoor learning. F．Her reasoning for looking at the curriculum every day is twofold. G．Xena creates a mind map using the big idea behind the questions. 12.（2025高三·全国·专题练习）As long as you live, you have an opportunity to change and pursue your life’s purpose. 1 , you seek to focus on what you want to create rather than do well on problems. This is a concern for people besides self and family. Studies suggest that helping others can increase your happiness and improve your health. When you’re doing something for others, you don’t let the little ups and downs of life get to you. 2 . According to psychologist Susan Krauss Whitbourne, putting others before yourself is a ”stealth superpower“. ”The most ‘generative’ people have better long-term well-being“ than people who focus purely on their own happiness. According to a 2007 AmeriCorps study, ”A growing body of research indicates that volunteering provides not just social benefits, but individual health benefits as well.” 3 . Those who volunteer have lower mortality rates (死亡率), greater functional ability,  and lower rates of depression later in life than those who do not volunteer. 4 . Benefiting from a sense of purpose can come from supporting your family and friends or mentoring someone. To reap the benefits of helping others, you don’t need to save the world, just improve your little corner of it. It’s never too late to discover what you can do to make others happy and bring it to life through your actions in the world. 5 . This is because you have amassed the wisdom, skills, and resilience to throw yourself into a project with clarity and energy clout. Your gifts to others will have great value, not only to those who receive them directly but also to everyone their lives touch through an infinite range of time. A．If you concentrate on your own life B．When your purpose is to help others C．You will improve your own happiness and health D．You don’t have to do something huge to be of service E．Instead, you focus on something higher and more meaningful F．Your older years can be your greatest opportunity to contribute G．The study concluded that there is a strong relationship between volunteering and health 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 1 / 15 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$