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专题03 七选五
(一)
(2025·安徽蚌埠市·一模)
How to sneak in (悄悄进入) exercise
We know routine exercise is important for overall well-being. But getting regular exercise in this day and age can be tough. ___36___ Here we have listed ways you can integrate physical activity into a more regular routine.
Start an Active Hobby
Often, hobbies can be more effective than a gym membership, as you are likely to stick with for longer periods of time. One of the best active hobbies is taking up dance lessons. ___37___ It’s interesting and likely to be fun; You are learning a new skill; The lessons are scheduled weekly for ongoing participation.
Playtime With the Kids
If you’re a parent with younger children, you have fantastic ways of ‘sneaking’ in weekly exercise by fostering active playtime. It can be as simple as playing together with the football, or digging up the ground for your kids’ garden. When your kids are playing, get involved where you can. ___38___
House Cleaning
Believe it or not, getting stuck into cleaning your house can be a fantastic way to burn calories. Cleaning house feels good, and it’s even better feeling if you get a good workout from it. ___39___ For example, increase both the pace at which you do your chores(杂事), such as sweeping and mopping, as well as the intensity.
Workplace Workouts
___40___ In fact, workplace workouts can help you make the most of your limited hours. Fitting even just 10-minute exercise session at work goes a long way in improving your health and well-being. It can also be used to break up the working day, allowing you to recharge and refocus on your next work priorities.
A. That is because it nails three main principles of ‘sneaky’ exercising.
B. Push them on the local park swings and chase them over playground.
C. Integrating certain exercises into your workday is not as odd as it seems.
D. Fortunately, there are ways you can ‘sneak’ exercising into your lifestyle.
E. Other active hobbies may include indoor rock climbing, routine hiking or kayaking.
F. The key is to try to repeat exercising as much as possible while completing the tasks.
G. A few adjustments to your weekly chores will help you get the most out of this type of exercise.
【答案】
36. D 37. A 38. B 39. G 40. C
【导语】
本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了如何在繁忙的现代生活中“悄悄地”融入锻炼,以保持身心健康。通过将锻炼融入日常活动,如兴趣爱好、亲子活动、家务劳动和工作间隙,人们可以在不增加额外时间负担的情况下实现规律性运动。
【解析】
【36题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。空格前提到“在当今这个时代,进行规律锻炼可能很难”,空格后提到“这里有一些将锻炼融入日常的方法”。因此,空格处需要一个过渡句,引出后文的解决方法。D项“Fortunately, there are ways you can ‘sneak’ exercising into your lifestyle.”(幸运的是,有一些方法可以将锻炼融入你的生活方式中)符合语境,起到了承上启下的作用。故选D项。
【37题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“开始一项积极的爱好”,并以“舞蹈课”为例。空格后提到舞蹈课的三个优点,因此空格处需要一个总领句,说明舞蹈课为何是一种好的锻炼方式。A项“That is because it nails three main principles of ‘sneaky’ exercising.”(这是因为舞蹈课符合“隐秘锻炼”的三个原则)与后文的三个优点紧密衔接,符合语境。故选A项。
【38题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“与孩子一起玩耍”,前文提到“与孩子一起玩耍是融入锻炼的好方法”,空格处需要一个具体的例子来说明如何与孩子一起锻炼。B项“Push them on the local park swings and chase them over playground.”(在公园推他们荡秋千,或者在操场上追逐他们)符合语境,具体说明了与孩子一起锻炼的方式。故选B项。
【39题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“打扫房屋”,前文提到“打扫房屋是一种很好的锻炼方式”,空格处需要一个句子来说明如何通过打扫房屋获得更好的锻炼效果。G项“A few adjustments to your weekly chores will help you get the most out of this type of exercise.”(对每周的家务稍作调整,可以帮助你从这种锻炼中获得最大收益)符合语境,与后文提到的“增加速度和强度”相呼应。故选G项。
【40题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“工作中的锻炼”,空格后提到“工作中的锻炼可以帮助你充分利用有限的时间”,因此空格处需要一个句子来引出“工作中的锻炼”的概念。C项“Integrating certain exercises into your workday is not as odd as it seems.”(将某些锻炼融入工作日并不像看起来那么奇怪)符合语境,引出了“工作中的锻炼”这一主题。故选C项。
(二)
(2025·安徽滁州市·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. ____36____, thus keeping you inspired for a long time.
Divide your task.
___37.____ 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.
___38___
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.____39.____
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. ____40____, 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】
36. G 37. E 38. A 39. D 40. B
【导语】
本文是一篇说明文。文章探讨了如何在开始一项任务后保持动力,避免中途放弃。作者提出了四种方法,帮助读者保持热情并实现目标。这些方法包括分解任务、找到内在动机、可视化成功以及保持灵活性,旨在帮助人们更好地管理任务并保持动力。
【解析】
【36题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。空格前提到“如果你在开始某件事后中途放弃,或者在开始时充满热情但后来失去动力,不用担心。”空格后提到“以下方法可以帮助你保持长期的动力。”G项“Here comes a four-part approach that can channel your inner enthusiasm”(以下是一个四部分的方法,可以引导你的内在热情)完美衔接了上下文,引出了后文的四种方法。故选G项。
【37题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“分解任务”,空格后提到“害怕无法按时完成庞大任务可能会让你停滞不前,而过于紧张的工作计划会让你一事无成。”E项“It can be overwhelming to look at a task as a whole”(将任务作为一个整体看待可能会让人不知所措)与后文内容紧密相关,解释了为什么需要分解任务。故选E项。
【38题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“找到你的动机”,空格后提到“人们内心都有一个‘为什么’,帮助我们努力实现目标。”A项“Find your source”(找到你的源泉)与后文内容一致,强调了寻找内在动机的重要性。故选A项。
【39题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“可视化成功”,空格前提到“记录你所做的一切,你可以写在日记里,也可以记录下一步计划。”D项“Tracking your goals fuels your driving force”(跟踪你的目标可以增强你的动力)与前文内容紧密相关,总结了记录和跟踪目标的重要性。故选D项。
【40题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“保持灵活性”,空格前提到“随着事情的发展,你可能需要根据情况调整任务计划。”B项“Being stubborn just leads to frustration”(固执只会导致挫败感)与前文内容一致,强调了保持灵活性的重要性。故选B项。
(三)
(2025·安徽合肥市·一模)
When others outperform us, should we feel threatened or inspired? Should we fear or respect those who are more capable, more skilled or more successful than us? ___16___
A study conducted by educational psychologists at Brown University explored how kindergartners in the U. S. and China tell stories about peers who perform better than others. ___17___ Chinese children often expressed respect for high achievers and a desire to imitate their success. In contrast, U. S. children’s stories typically focused on negative reactions, including envy and being left out.
The findings reflect the cultural narratives (叙述) surrounding achievement in each society. In American culture, the “self” is defined by qualities, and abilities, which are largely fixed. Thus, while the achievement of others reflects their high ability, it becomes a mirror to reveal one’s own lack of ability. ___18___ As a result, Chinese children tend to view others’ achievements not as signs of natural superiority, but as opportunities for learning and self-improvement.
___19___ In China, students’ overall performance may be publicly recognized to encourage success and motivate further improvement. Teachers even invite outstanding graduates to share their experiences and lessons with current students to promote learning. In the U. S., such phenomena are less common as they can be seen as threats to self-esteem.
Ultimately, our perceptions and reactions to others’ success are profoundly shaped by cultural narratives surrounding achievement. ___20___ These narratives, in other words, determine whether we feel threatened or inspired, fearful or respectful, annoyed or eager to copy others.
A. It can be a source of motivation.
B. These cultural differences extend to educational practices.
C. Education facilitates personal growth and social progress.
D. They influence our motivations, relationships and actions.
E. Both groups told detailed stories but showed clear differences in content.
F. Different responses can lead to constructive or destructive reactions and actions.
G. However, Chinese culture stresses abilities and qualities can improve through efforts.
【答案】16. F 17. E 18. G 19. B 20. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是中美两国儿童面对同伴优异表现时的不同反应及背后的文化差异,探讨成就叙事如何影响人们的动机与行为。
【16题详解】
根据上文的“When others outperform us, should we feel threatened or inspired? Should we fear or respect those who are more capable, more skilled or more successful than us?(当别人比我们表现得更好时,我们应该感到受到威胁还是得到激励?我们应该害怕还是尊敬那些比我们更有能力、更熟练或更成功的人?)”可知,此处就别人比我们表现更好时,我们会做出怎样的回应的问题,结合下文讲述的中美两国对该问题的不同回应可知,此空需要一个能够引出下文的内容,F选项“Different responses can lead to constructive or destructive reactions and actions.(不同的反应可以导致建设性或破坏性的回应和行为。)”回应了上文的问题,同时引出下文讲述的内容,符合语境。故选F项。
【17题详解】
根据上文的“A study conducted by educational psychologists at Brown University explored how kindergartners in the U. S. and China tell stories about peers who perform better than others.(一项由布朗大学的教育心理学家进行的研究探讨了美国和中国的幼儿园儿童如何讲述关于比其他同龄人表现更好的同伴的故事。)”可知,此处提到了布朗大学的一项研究,结合下文的“Chinese children often expressed respect for high achievers and a desire to imitate their success. In contrast, U. S. children’s stories typically focused on negative reactions, including envy and being left out. (中国儿童经常表达对高成就者的尊敬以及模仿他们成功的愿望。相比之下,美国儿童的故事通常集中在负面反应上,包括嫉妒和被排挤的感觉。)”可知,研究的结果显示中美两国的儿童对此产生了明显的不同,由此可知,此处需要一个具体的描述来引出研究的结果,E选项“Both groups told detailed stories but showed clear differences in content.(两组儿童都讲述了详细的故事,但在内容上显示出了明显的差异。)”承接上文提到的研究,且阐述了两国儿童存在的差异性,进而引出下文详细解释两国之间存在的明显差异,符合语境。故选E项。
【18题详解】
根据上文的“In American culture, the “self” is defined by qualities, and abilities, which are largely fixed. Thus, while the achievement of others reflects their high ability, it becomes a mirror to reveal one’s own lack of ability.(在美国文化中,“自我”是由那些大多固定不变的品质和能力所定义的。因此,虽然他人的成就反映了他们高水平的能力,但这也成为了一面镜子,映照出自己能力的不足。)”可知,此处阐述了美国文化对“自我”的定义以及因此带来的影响,结合下文的“As a result, Chinese children tend to view others’ achievements not as signs of natural superiority, but as opportunities for learning and self-improvement.(因此,中国儿童倾向于将他人的成就视为学习和自我提升的机会,而不是自然优越性的标志。)”可知,此处阐述了中国文化对儿童产生的影响,由此可知,此空讲述的与中国文化标准相关,G选项“However, Chinese culture stresses abilities and qualities can improve through efforts.(然而,中国文化强调能力与品质是可以通过努力得到提升的。)”讲述的内容与上文的内容为转折关系,且与空后的内容为因果关系,符合逻辑。故选G项。
【19题详解】
分析语篇可知,此处应为本段的主题句,结合下文“In China, students’ overall performance may be publicly recognized to encourage success and motivate further improvement. Teachers even invite outstanding graduates to share their experiences and lessons with current students to promote learning. In the U. S., such phenomena are less common as they can be seen as threats to self-esteem.(在中国,学生的整体表现可能会被公开认可,以鼓励成功并激励进一步的改进。教师甚至会邀请杰出的毕业生与当前的学生分享他们的经验和教训,以促进学习。而在美国,这样的现象较为少见,因为它们可能被视为对自尊心的威胁。)”可知,在中国表现好的孩子会被公开认可,教师会让其分享他们的经验和教训,而在美国,这被视为对自尊心的威胁,由此可知,此处讲述的是这种文化差异在教育领域的不同,B选项“These cultural differences extend to educational practices.(这些文化差异延伸到了教育实践。)”讲述的内容与教育相关,概括了本段的主题,为接下来的具体例子提供了合理的过渡。故选B项。
20题详解】
根据下文的“These narratives, in other words, determine whether we feel threatened or inspired, fearful or respectful, annoyed or eager to copy others.(换句话说,这些叙述决定了我们是感到受到威胁还是得到激励,是感到恐惧还是尊敬,是感到恼怒还是渴望模仿他人。)”可知,此处是对该空内容换一种说法的表述,由此可推断,此空应是对这些叙述对我们产生的影响的另外一种表述方式,D选项“They influence our motivations, relationships and actions.(它们影响着我们的动机、人际关系和行为。)”中的they指代的是上文的cultural narratives surrounding achievement,且讲述的内容与下文的内容吻合,符合语境。故选D项。
(四)
(2025·安徽淮北市和淮南市·一模)
Call or Email: Which One Should You Use?
Should you call or email? ___16___ . Phone calls tend to be more personal and collaborative, but they make some people feel anxious. Email can be an efficient way to communicate information, but there can be delays in response time. We’re here to explain when calling is better and when emailing is better.
Instances When Calling is Better
___17___ , if you send an email. If the matter is urgent, it’s best to pick up the phone. If you have a complex issue to discuss, call. Delay in response can be a problem. Email can get you into a time-consuming back-and-forth, whereas a quick phone call could clear everything up within a few minutes. If you need to discuss a sensitive matter with someone, call them to avoid miscommunications. ___18___ , because you can’t hear their voice, which can lead to misunderstandings.
Instances When Email is Better
___19___ , if you have a simple matter to discuss. When you write an email, you have the option of sending it to multiple addresses at one time. Email allows you to think things through as you write. Maybe you need to send a long monthly update to your coworkers. Or, maybe someone has sent you a document and asked for input, and you’ve come up with thorough feedback. ___20___ .
A A phone call is the best
B. An email could be the right call
C. It is easier to misread over email
D. It totally depends on the situation
E. It may take a while to get a response
F. It’s a documented record of conversations
G. Email is the right choice in these situations
【答案】16. D 17. E 18. C 19. B 20. G
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章分别介绍了更适合发送电子邮件还是打电话交流的情况。
【16题详解】
根据空格前的问句“Should you call or email?(你应该打电话还是发邮件?)”可知,空格处的句子应该的回答上文的问题。所以,D项“It totally depends on the situation(这完全取决于具体情况)”填入空格处,符合语境。故选D项。
【17题详解】
根据空格后的条件状语从句“if you send an email(如果你发电子邮件)”可知,空格处的句子应该表明发电子邮件可能会出现的情况,所以,E项“It may take a while to get a response(可能需要一段时间才能得到回应)”填入空格处,符合语境。故选E项。
【18题详解】
根据空格前的句子“If you need to discuss a sensitive matter with someone, call them to avoid miscommunications.(如果你需要和某人讨论一个敏感的问题,打电话给他们以避免误解。)”和空格后的原因状语从句“because you can't hear their voice, which can lead to misunderstandings(因为你听不到他们的声音,这可能会导致误解)”可知,空格处的句子应该提到发邮件的弊端,所以C项“It is easier to misread over email(通过电子邮件更容易被误读)”填入空格处,符合语境。故选C项。
【19题详解】
根据该部分的主题句“Instances When Email is Better(更适合使用电子邮件的例子)”和空格后的条件状语从句“if you have a simple matter to discuss(如果你有简单的事要谈)”可知,空格处的句子应该提到适合发邮件,所以B项“An email could be the right call(发封电子邮件可能是正确的选择)”填入空格处,符合语境。故选B项。
【20题详解】
根据上文的句子“When you write an email, you have the option of sending it to multiple addresses at one time. Email allows you to think things through as you write. Maybe you need to send a long monthly update to your coworkers. Or, maybe someone has sent you a document and asked for input, and you've come up with thorough feedback.(当你写一封电子邮件时,你可以选择一次发送到多个地址。电子邮件可以让你在写作时思考问题。也许你需要每月给你的同事发一份长长的更新。或者,也许有人给你发了一份文件,要求你提供意见,而你已经提出了全面的反馈。)”可知,这些都是适合发送电子邮件的情况。所以G项“Email is the right choice in these situations(在这些情况下,电子邮件是正确的选择)”填入空格处,与上文是顺接关系。故选G项。
(五)
(2025·安徽芜湖市·一模)
We never get our childhood and adolescence back once we're adults! For teens, life isn't a playground but a jungle. __36__ As we see, many teenagers are ruined during this period. Therefore, here we'll focus on showing you how to avoid this and also how to be more alert about your teenage life. Follow the tips below, and you can achieve a successful teenage life.
Choose your friends wisely. __37__ Be with people who make you happy, and avoid the ones who don't. Create a group of supportive, loving friends that can help you succeed in life and live your dreams.
__38__ Life is full of amazing things to do and learn about. Start from one single step to reach your goal. Start thinking about careers you would like to be in but make a good choice based on your interests and strengths. This could be your job for the rest of your life!
Do best in school. School sets you up on the right track! No matter how boring it is now, education will help you be a productive member in society. Strive for excellence in school - try your best, listen to the teachers, do your homework, study and get good grades. Doing so will help you get into a better university. __39__
Treasure your teenage life. You're young only for a short time, and before you know it, you'll be an adult that'll be lying around saying, "I wish I'd done this when I was younger." __40__ Remember that you get the opportunity to enjoy life only once.
A. Draw your future.
B. Start from your strengths.
C. This will enable you to get a great job in the future.
D. Be daring, go out into the world and live life to the fullest.
E. Thus, always be aware before doing anything new to yourself.
F. Never hang out with someone who doesn't make you feel comfortable.
G. The life of a teenager is full of tough issues and life-changing decisions.
【答案】
36. G 37. F 38. A 39. C 40. D
【导语】
本文是一篇说明文。文章讨论了青少年时期的重要性,并指出这一时期充满了艰难的挑战和改变人生的决定。作者通过提出一系列建议,帮助青少年避免在这一关键时期迷失方向,从而实现成功和充实的青少年生活。
【解析】
【36题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。空格前提到“对于青少年来说,生活不是游乐场,而是丛林”,空格后提到“许多青少年在这个时期被毁掉”。因此,空格处需要一个句子来概括青少年生活的艰难。G项“The life of a teenager is full of tough issues and life-changing decisions.”(青少年的生活充满了艰难的问题和改变人生的决定)完美衔接了上下文,总结了青少年时期的特点。故选G项。
【37题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“明智地选择朋友”,空格后提到“与让你快乐的人在一起,避开那些不让你快乐的人”。F项“Never hang out with someone who doesn't make you feel comfortable.”(不要与那些让你不舒服的人一起出去)与后文内容一致,强调了选择朋友的重要性。故选F项。
【38题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是关于规划未来,空格后提到“生活中有许多令人惊叹的事情可以去做和学习,从第一步开始实现你的目标”。A项“Draw your future.”(规划你的未来)与后文内容紧密相关,引出了关于未来规划的建议。故选A项。
【39题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“在学校做到最好”,空格前提到“努力在学校取得优异成绩,听老师的话,做作业,学习并取得好成绩”,空格后提到“这样做可以帮助你进入更好的大学”。C项“This will enable you to get a great job in the future.”(这将帮助你在未来获得一份好工作)与前文内容一致,总结了努力学习的重要性。故选C项。
【40题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“珍惜你的青少年生活”,空格前提到“你年轻的时间很短,很快你就会成为成年人,后悔没有在年轻时做某些事情”。D项“Be daring, go out into the world and live life to the fullest.”(大胆地走出去,充分体验生活)与前文内容一致,强调了珍惜青少年时期的重要性。故选D项。
(六)
(2025·安徽六校·春季素质检测考试)
Enhancing self-esteem (自尊) is vital for personal growth, and there are some simple strategies for improving your self-esteem and generating a positive mindset. By employing these strategies, you can enhance your self-esteem and improve your overall outlook on life.
____36____ It often serves as a commentary on our daily lives. When your inner critic is overly critical, it can misshape your self-image. To cancel out this, question the truthfulness of your negative thoughts and reconsider them positively. For instance, instead of thinking “I’m too stupid to get this,” tell yourself, “This is hard, but I’m determined to get it.” Practice this by writing down your challenges and responses to retrain your inner voice.
Be your own cheerleader. ____37____ Talk about them in the third person to create distance from negative self-judgment. This practice helps you focus on your strengths rather than your weaknesses.
Let go of negativity. Identify and eliminate negative influences in your life. Write a list of the negative things in your life, whether they are people, bad habits, or self-defeating thoughts. Actively change your routines to rule out activities that bring you down. ____38____
Surround yourself with loving relationships. The benefits of having a strong and meaningful social network can be far-reaching and long-lasting. ____39____ It’s a great way to instantly harvest the benefits these relationships bring to your life. If you struggle with accepting others’ compliments, practice saying “thank you” to interrupt negative internal commentary.
Avoid comparing yourself to others. ____40____ Remind yourself that you cannot experience someone else’s life, and that their reality may not be as perfect as it appears. Taking breaks from social media can also help.
A. Make time for self-care.
B. Manage your inner speech.
C. It often leads to feelings of inferiority.
D. Consciously adjust and replace them with positive ones.
E. Celebrate your own achievements as you would for others.
F. Spend time with people who uplift you and make you feel good about yourself.
G. Recognize what you’re good at and seek opportunities to demonstrate these strengths.
【答案】
36. B 37. E 38. D 39. F 40. C
【导语】
本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了提升自尊对个人成长的重要性,并提出了几种简单有效的策略来增强自尊和培养积极的心态。通过这些方法,人们可以改善自我形象,提升对生活的整体看法。
【解析】
【36题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。空格后提到“它常常是我们日常生活的评论员。当你的内心批评过于苛刻时,它会扭曲你的自我形象。”B项“Manage your inner speech.”(管理你的内心对话)与后文内容紧密相关,引出了如何通过管理内心对话来提升自尊。故选B项。
【37题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“成为自己的啦啦队队长”,空格后提到“用第三人称谈论它们,以避免负面的自我评判。”E项“Celebrate your own achievements as you would for others.”(像庆祝他人的成就一样庆祝自己的成就)与后文内容一致,强调了如何通过关注自己的优点来提升自尊。故选E项。
【38题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“摆脱消极影响”,空格前提到“识别并消除生活中的消极因素……积极改变你的日常习惯,排除那些让你沮丧的活动。”D项“Consciously adjust and replace them with positive ones.”(有意识地调整并用积极的事物取代它们)与前文内容一致,总结了如何通过改变习惯来提升自尊。故选D项。
【39题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“与充满爱的关系相处”,空格前提到“拥有强大而有意义的社会网络的好处是深远且持久的。”F项“Spend time with people who uplift you and make you feel good about yourself.”(与那些让你振作起来并让你对自己感觉良好的人相处)与前文内容一致,强调了如何通过良好的人际关系来提升自尊。故选F项。
【40题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“避免与他人比较”,空格后提到“提醒自己,你无法体验他人的生活,他们的现实可能并不像看起来那么完美。”C项“It often leads to feelings of inferiority.”(这常常会导致自卑感)与后文内容一致,解释了为什么需要避免与他人比较。故选C项。
(七)
(2025·江南十校·第一次联考)
The great chef Julia Child is quoted as saying, “The dinner hour is sacred, happy time when everyone should be together and relaxed.” 36. __________ Here are some simple ways to bring joy and peace around the table after a long, busy day.
Set the table
Even if you’re standing up at the counter for a quick bite before heading out to an evening activity, take a moment to set out a placement (餐具垫), napkin, and plate.37. __________ Making physical space for your evening meal cues your whole family to tune in and chill out at supper time.
Seed the conversation
38. __________ You can pick them up for a fresh supply of questions, reflections, or facts. It will elevate (提升) the conversations beyond “How was your day?” or “Don’t forget to …” Everyone will come to the table knowing they can leave the stresses of the day behind and enjoy a fun, relaxed family dinner.
Give your eaters more choices
At dinnertime, you can make additional options. You can offer a simple sandwich, a bowl of cereal, or scrambled eggs as an alternative for those who aren’t thrilled with the menu, which will let your eaters make their own choices. 39. __________
Don’t force it
Maybe someone has a major homework project due to tomorrow, or they had an exhausting day at work. 40. __________ Let them be exhausted. You can show them that you know they’ re not in the right place for family time. Remind them that you’ll be right there at the table tomorrow, ready to relax together.
A. They may just not be hungry.
B. They’ll get something delicious eventually.
C. There are many versions of “conversation card”.
D. Make the family dinner table a phone- free zone.
E. That can bring you as much contentment as the food.
F. It will also disrupt arguments about food and preserve peace.
G. However, there are always things that can ruin our dinner plans.
【答案】
36. G 37. E 38. C 39. F 40. A
【导语】
本文是一篇说明文。文章引用了著名厨师Julia Child的观点,强调晚餐时间应该是神圣而快乐的时刻,适合家人放松和团聚。然而,生活中总有意外会破坏晚餐计划。文章通过四个建议,帮助读者在忙碌的一天后营造一个充满欢乐和平静的晚餐氛围。
【解析】
【36题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。空格前引用了Julia Child的观点,强调晚餐时间应该是“神圣、快乐的时刻”,适合家人放松和团聚。空格后提到“这里有一些简单的方法可以在忙碌的一天后带来餐桌上的欢乐和平静”。G项“However, there are always things that can ruin our dinner plans.”(然而,总有事情会破坏我们的晚餐计划)与前文形成转折,引出了后文的解决方法。故选G项。
【37题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“布置餐桌”,空格前提到“即使你只是在柜台前快速吃点东西,也要花点时间铺上餐具垫、餐巾和盘子”。空格后提到“为晚餐腾出物理空间可以让你全家在晚餐时间放松下来”。E项“That can bring you as much contentment as the food.”(这可以像食物一样带来满足感)与前文内容一致,强调布置餐桌的重要性。故选E项。
【38题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“引导对话”,空格后提到“你可以买一些对话卡片,里面有许多新奇的问题、反思或事实”。C项“There are many versions of ‘conversation card’.”(有许多版本的“对话卡片”)与后文内容紧密相关,引出了对话卡片的多样性。故选C项。
【39题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“给用餐者更多选择”,空格前提到“你可以提供一些替代品,比如三明治、麦片或炒鸡蛋,让用餐者自己选择”。F项“It will also disrupt arguments about food and preserve peace.”(这也会避免关于食物的争吵,保持和平)与前文内容一致,总结了提供选择的好处。故选F项。
【40题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段主题是“不要强迫”,空格前提到“也许有人明天有一个重要的作业项目,或者他们在工作中度过了疲惫的一天”。A项“They may just not be hungry.”(他们可能只是不饿)与前文内容一致,解释了为什么不应该强迫他们参与晚餐。故选A项。
(八)
(2025·安徽省重点高中联盟校·第一次摸底考试)
There really is a lot of pressure on people to change these days. We are frequently told to change our opinions, attitudes, behaviors, and directions. __36__ Instead of always striving to change to meet others' expectations, perhaps people should focus on accepting themselves.
There is an old saying: "You can't teach an old dog new tricks," implying that change (i.e., teaching "new tricks") is important but old dogs cannot make that change. __37__ Instead of believing change is essentially necessary, we should consider why change is needed and what purpose it serves.
__38__ For example, a situation where a person is being told they need to have a "more positive attitude" is different from a situation where a student is being told they need to stop shouting at others every day. Certainly, the second one reflects a much clearer need for change than the first.
If others are telling you that you need to change, that does not mean they are wrong but also does not mean they are right. __39__ However, you needn't let it be the final word on what you need.
Even if you decide to change because others are telling you they are bothered by how you are, it is still important to remind yourself that you are making the choice to change. You can take their opinions but still remind yourself, "I am looking to change because I do not want people to be upset at me, not because I have to." __40__
A. The motto has meanings for humans, too.
B. Change can have a great many benefits.
C. Change takes a variety of different forms.
D. You need to let them have their opinions.
E. Animals get older and have more experiences.
F. Actually, the significance of change might be overstated.
G. That way you can remind yourself that you are seeing a reason to change.
【答案】
36. F 37. A 38. C 39. D 40. G
【导语】
本文是一篇议论文。文章探讨了现代社会中人们面临的“改变”的压力,并提出了对改变的必要性进行反思的观点。作者通过分析改变的不同情境,强调人们应该接受自己,而不是盲目追求改变以满足他人的期望。
【解析】
【36题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。空格前提到“我们经常被要求改变观点、态度、行为和方向”,空格后提到“也许人们应该专注于接受自己,而不是总是努力去满足他人的期望”。F项“Actually, the significance of change might be overstated.”(实际上,改变的重要性可能被夸大了)与上下文内容紧密相关,引出了后文对改变的反思。故选F项。
【37题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段通过谚语“老狗学不会新把戏”来说明改变的重要性,但同时也指出老狗(即人)可能无法实现这种改变。A项“The motto has meanings for humans, too.”(这句谚语对人类也有意义)与前文内容一致,强调了谚语对人类的启示。故选A项。
【38题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段讨论改变的不同情境,空格后通过举例说明改变的必要性在不同情境下可能有所不同。C项“Change takes a variety of different forms.”(改变有多种形式)与后文内容紧密相关,引出了对改变情境的分析。故选C项。
【39题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段讨论他人对你的改变要求,空格前提到“如果别人告诉你需要改变,并不意味着他们错了,也不意味着他们是对的”。D项“You need to let them have their opinions.”(你需要让他们有自己的观点)与前文内容一致,强调了接受他人观点的重要性。故选D项。
【40题详解】
考查上下文逻辑衔接。本段讨论即使决定改变,也应该提醒自己这是自己的选择,而不是被迫的。G项“That way you can remind yourself that you are seeing a reason to change.”(这样你可以提醒自己,你看到了改变的理由)与前文内容一致,总结了如何正确看待改变。故选G项。
(九)
(2025·安徽马鞍山市·一模)
August is the time of year when I turn my attention to harvesting lavender (薰衣草). Cutting lavender flowers is something you can and should do regularly over the summer months. ____16____ They can be useful for a range of projects in your home.
Harvest lavender for cooking and drinking. One reason to harvest lavender is for use in recipes and drinks. You can add lavender to sugar to make a lavender sugar. But remember, when it comes to using lavender, in most cases less is more. ____17____
Harvest lavender for home decoration. I often simply bring lavender inside and then arrange it in vases in my home. It looks and smells great, enhancing my living spaces. ____18____ For example, I take the base for my Christmas wreath (花环) and place lavender stems in bunches around it, securing these to the wreath with my homemade lines. This is another good way to dry lavender to ready it for other uses.
Harvest lavender to drive unwanted insects. Many insects do not enjoy the smell of lavender, which makes it a great natural repellent (驱虫剂). ____19____ Plant it in sunny areas of the garden or near your home’s entryways to help keep these areas insect-free.
____20____ No matter how much lavender you have growing in your garden, you can find your own ways to use what you bring into your home.
A. So don’t overdo it.
B. Above are my ways to use lavender.
C. More lavender brings pleasant tastes.
D. It will encourage new flowers to emerge.
E. Harvest lavender to decorate your community.
F. I also like to arrange my lavender in other ways.
G. Place tied lavender bunches around your house to help keep flies out.
【答案】16. D 17. A 18. F 19. G 20. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了薰衣草的一些用途。
【16题详解】
前文“Cutting lavender flowers is something you can and should do regularly over the summer months.(在夏季的几个月里,你可以而且应该定期修剪薰衣草花)”提到夏季应该定期修剪薰衣草花。后文“They can be useful for a range of projects in your home.(它们对你家里的一系列项目都很有用)”提到对家里的一系列项目都很有用。由此可知,D选项It will encourage new flowers to emerge.(它会促使新的花朵生长出来)符合语境,“It”指代前面的“Cutting lavender flowers”,说明修剪薰衣草花的好处,既承接了上文修剪的内容,又引出了下文修剪后的薰衣草花对家里项目有用。故选D项。
【17题详解】
根据前文“One reason to harvest lavender is for use in recipes and drinks. You can add lavender to sugar to make a lavender sugar. But remember, when it comes to using lavender, in most cases less is more.(收获薰衣草的一个原因是用于食谱和饮品。你可以在糖里加入薰衣草制成薰衣草糖。但要记住,在大多数情况下,使用薰衣草时少即是多)”可知,A选项So don’t overdo it.(所以不要过度使用)能够承接上文,“So”表示因果关系,“don’t overdo it”与前文“less is more”相呼应,进一步强调不要过多使用薰衣草。故选A项。
【18题详解】
前文“I often simply bring lavender inside and then arrange it in vases in my home. It looks and smells great, enhancing my living spaces.(我经常只是把薰衣草带回家,然后把它插在花瓶里。它看起来和闻起来都很棒,提升了我的生活空间)”提到薰衣草看起来和闻起来都很棒。后文“For example, I take the base for my Christmas wreath (花环) and place lavender stems in bunches around it, securing these to the wreath with my homemade lines.(例如,我拿我的圣诞花环底座,把薰衣草茎成束地放在它周围,用我自制的线把它们固定在花环上)”提到了摆放方式。由此可知,F选项I also like to arrange my lavender in other ways.(我也喜欢用其他方式摆放我的薰衣草)能够承上启下,符合语境,“also”表示递进,引出下文用薰衣草制作花环这种其他的摆放方式。故选F项。
【19题详解】
前文“Many insects do not enjoy the smell of lavender, which makes it a great natural repellent (驱虫剂).( 许多昆虫不喜欢薰衣草的味道,这使它成为一种很好的天然驱虫剂)”提到许多昆虫不喜欢薰衣草的味道。后文“Plant it in sunny areas of the garden or near your home’s entryways to help keep these areas insect-free.(把它种在花园阳光充足的地方或你家的入口附近,以帮助保持这些地方没有昆虫)”提到利用薰衣草驱虫的一种方式。由此可知,G选项Place tied lavender bunches around your house to help keep flies out.(在你家周围放置绑好的薰衣草束来帮助驱赶苍蝇)能够承上启下,符合语境,“Place tied lavender bunches around your house”是利用薰衣草驱虫的一种方式,与前文薰衣草是驱虫剂相呼应,也与后文种植薰衣草驱虫的方式并列。故选G项。
【20题详解】
后文“No matter how much lavender you have growing in your garden, you can find your own ways to use what you bring into your home.(无论你在花园里种了多少薰衣草,你都可以找到自己的方式来使用你带回家的东西)”提到找到自己的方式来使用你带回家的东西。由此可知,B选项Above are my ways to use lavender.(以上就是我使用薰衣草的方法)总结了上文介绍的收获薰衣草用于烹饪、装饰、驱虫等不同的使用方法,引出下文鼓励读者找到自己使用薰衣草的方式。故选B项。
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专题03 七选五
(一)
(2025·安徽蚌埠市·一模)
How to sneak in (悄悄进入) exercise
We know routine exercise is important for overall well-being. But getting regular exercise in this day and age can be tough. ___36___ Here we have listed ways you can integrate physical activity into a more regular routine.
Start an Active Hobby
Often, hobbies can be more effective than a gym membership, as you are likely to stick with for longer periods of time. One of the best active hobbies is taking up dance lessons. ___37___ It’s interesting and likely to be fun; You are learning a new skill; The lessons are scheduled weekly for ongoing participation.
Playtime With the Kids
If you’re a parent with younger children, you have fantastic ways of ‘sneaking’ in weekly exercise by fostering active playtime. It can be as simple as playing together with the football, or digging up the ground for your kids’ garden. When your kids are playing, get involved where you can. ___38___
House Cleaning
Believe it or not, getting stuck into cleaning your house can be a fantastic way to burn calories. Cleaning house feels good, and it’s even better feeling if you get a good workout from it. ___39___ For example, increase both the pace at which you do your chores(杂事), such as sweeping and mopping, as well as the intensity.
Workplace Workouts
___40___ In fact, workplace workouts can help you make the most of your limited hours. Fitting even just 10-minute exercise session at work goes a long way in improving your health and well-being. It can also be used to break up the working day, allowing you to recharge and refocus on your next work priorities.
A. That is because it nails three main principles of ‘sneaky’ exercising.
B. Push them on the local park swings and chase them over playground.
C. Integrating certain exercises into your workday is not as odd as it seems.
D. Fortunately, there are ways you can ‘sneak’ exercising into your lifestyle.
E. Other active hobbies may include indoor rock climbing, routine hiking or kayaking.
F. The key is to try to repeat exercising as much as possible while completing the tasks.
G. A few adjustments to your weekly chores will help you get the most out of this type of exercise.
(二)
(2025·安徽滁州市·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. ____36____, thus keeping you inspired for a long time.
Divide your task.
___37.____ 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.
___38___
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.____39.____
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. ____40____, 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
(三)
(2025·安徽合肥市·一模)
When others outperform us, should we feel threatened or inspired? Should we fear or respect those who are more capable, more skilled or more successful than us? ___16___
A study conducted by educational psychologists at Brown University explored how kindergartners in the U. S. and China tell stories about peers who perform better than others. ___17___ Chinese children often expressed respect for high achievers and a desire to imitate their success. In contrast, U. S. children’s stories typically focused on negative reactions, including envy and being left out.
The findings reflect the cultural narratives (叙述) surrounding achievement in each society. In American culture, the “self” is defined by qualities, and abilities, which are largely fixed. Thus, while the achievement of others reflects their high ability, it becomes a mirror to reveal one’s own lack of ability. ___18___ As a result, Chinese children tend to view others’ achievements not as signs of natural superiority, but as opportunities for learning and self-improvement.
___19___ In China, students’ overall performance may be publicly recognized to encourage success and motivate further improvement. Teachers even invite outstanding graduates to share their experiences and lessons with current students to promote learning. In the U. S., such phenomena are less common as they can be seen as threats to self-esteem.
Ultimately, our perceptions and reactions to others’ success are profoundly shaped by cultural narratives surrounding achievement. ___20___ These narratives, in other words, determine whether we feel threatened or inspired, fearful or respectful, annoyed or eager to copy others.
A. It can be a source of motivation.
B. These cultural differences extend to educational practices.
C. Education facilitates personal growth and social progress.
D. They influence our motivations, relationships and actions.
E. Both groups told detailed stories but showed clear differences in content.
F. Different responses can lead to constructive or destructive reactions and actions.
G. However, Chinese culture stresses abilities and qualities can improve through efforts.
(四)
(2025·安徽淮北市和淮南市·一模)
Call or Email: Which One Should You Use?
Should you call or email? ___16___ . Phone calls tend to be more personal and collaborative, but they make some people feel anxious. Email can be an efficient way to communicate information, but there can be delays in response time. We’re here to explain when calling is better and when emailing is better.
Instances When Calling is Better
___17___ , if you send an email. If the matter is urgent, it’s best to pick up the phone. If you have a complex issue to discuss, call. Delay in response can be a problem. Email can get you into a time-consuming back-and-forth, whereas a quick phone call could clear everything up within a few minutes. If you need to discuss a sensitive matter with someone, call them to avoid miscommunications. ___18___ , because you can’t hear their voice, which can lead to misunderstandings.
Instances When Email is Better
___19___ , if you have a simple matter to discuss. When you write an email, you have the option of sending it to multiple addresses at one time. Email allows you to think things through as you write. Maybe you need to send a long monthly update to your coworkers. Or, maybe someone has sent you a document and asked for input, and you’ve come up with thorough feedback. ___20___ .
A A phone call is the best
B. An email could be the right call
C. It is easier to misread over email
D. It totally depends on the situation
E. It may take a while to get a response
F. It’s a documented record of conversations
G. Email is the right choice in these situations
(五)
(2025·安徽芜湖市·一模)
We never get our childhood and adolescence back once we're adults! For teens, life isn't a playground but a jungle. __36__ As we see, many teenagers are ruined during this period. Therefore, here we'll focus on showing you how to avoid this and also how to be more alert about your teenage life. Follow the tips below, and you can achieve a successful teenage life.
Choose your friends wisely. __37__ Be with people who make you happy, and avoid the ones who don't. Create a group of supportive, loving friends that can help you succeed in life and live your dreams.
__38__ Life is full of amazing things to do and learn about. Start from one single step to reach your goal. Start thinking about careers you would like to be in but make a good choice based on your interests and strengths. This could be your job for the rest of your life!
Do best in school. School sets you up on the right track! No matter how boring it is now, education will help you be a productive member in society. Strive for excellence in school - try your best, listen to the teachers, do your homework, study and get good grades. Doing so will help you get into a better university. __39__
Treasure your teenage life. You're young only for a short time, and before you know it, you'll be an adult that'll be lying around saying, "I wish I'd done this when I was younger." __40__ Remember that you get the opportunity to enjoy life only once.
A. Draw your future.
B. Start from your strengths.
C. This will enable you to get a great job in the future.
D. Be daring, go out into the world and live life to the fullest.
E. Thus, always be aware before doing anything new to yourself.
F. Never hang out with someone who doesn't make you feel comfortable.
G. The life of a teenager is full of tough issues and life-changing decisions.
(六)
(2025·安徽六校·春季素质检测考试)
Enhancing self-esteem (自尊) is vital for personal growth, and there are some simple strategies for improving your self-esteem and generating a positive mindset. By employing these strategies, you can enhance your self-esteem and improve your overall outlook on life.
____36____ It often serves as a commentary on our daily lives. When your inner critic is overly critical, it can misshape your self-image. To cancel out this, question the truthfulness of your negative thoughts and reconsider them positively. For instance, instead of thinking “I’m too stupid to get this,” tell yourself, “This is hard, but I’m determined to get it.” Practice this by writing down your challenges and responses to retrain your inner voice.
Be your own cheerleader. ____37____ Talk about them in the third person to create distance from negative self-judgment. This practice helps you focus on your strengths rather than your weaknesses.
Let go of negativity. Identify and eliminate negative influences in your life. Write a list of the negative things in your life, whether they are people, bad habits, or self-defeating thoughts. Actively change your routines to rule out activities that bring you down. ____38____
Surround yourself with loving relationships. The benefits of having a strong and meaningful social network can be far-reaching and long-lasting. ____39____ It’s a great way to instantly harvest the benefits these relationships bring to your life. If you struggle with accepting others’ compliments, practice saying “thank you” to interrupt negative internal commentary.
Avoid comparing yourself to others. ____40____ Remind yourself that you cannot experience someone else’s life, and that their reality may not be as perfect as it appears. Taking breaks from social media can also help.
A. Make time for self-care.
B. Manage your inner speech.
C. It often leads to feelings of inferiority.
D. Consciously adjust and replace them with positive ones.
E. Celebrate your own achievements as you would for others.
F. Spend time with people who uplift you and make you feel good about yourself.
G. Recognize what you’re good at and seek opportunities to demonstrate these strengths.
(七)
(2025·江南十校·第一次联考)
The great chef Julia Child is quoted as saying, “The dinner hour is sacred, happy time when everyone should be together and relaxed.” 36. __________ Here are some simple ways to bring joy and peace around the table after a long, busy day.
Set the table
Even if you’re standing up at the counter for a quick bite before heading out to an evening activity, take a moment to set out a placement (餐具垫), napkin, and plate.37. __________ Making physical space for your evening meal cues your whole family to tune in and chill out at supper time.
Seed the conversation
38. __________ You can pick them up for a fresh supply of questions, reflections, or facts. It will elevate (提升) the conversations beyond “How was your day?” or “Don’t forget to …” Everyone will come to the table knowing they can leave the stresses of the day behind and enjoy a fun, relaxed family dinner.
Give your eaters more choices
At dinnertime, you can make additional options. You can offer a simple sandwich, a bowl of cereal, or scrambled eggs as an alternative for those who aren’t thrilled with the menu, which will let your eaters make their own choices. 39. __________
Don’t force it
Maybe someone has a major homework project due to tomorrow, or they had an exhausting day at work. 40. __________ Let them be exhausted. You can show them that you know they’ re not in the right place for family time. Remind them that you’ll be right there at the table tomorrow, ready to relax together.
A. They may just not be hungry.
B. They’ll get something delicious eventually.
C. There are many versions of “conversation card”.
D. Make the family dinner table a phone- free zone.
E. That can bring you as much contentment as the food.
F. It will also disrupt arguments about food and preserve peace.
G. However, there are always things that can ruin our dinner plans.
(八)
(2025·安徽省重点高中联盟校·第一次摸底考试)
There really is a lot of pressure on people to change these days. We are frequently told to change our opinions, attitudes, behaviors, and directions. __36__ Instead of always striving to change to meet others' expectations, perhaps people should focus on accepting themselves.
There is an old saying: "You can't teach an old dog new tricks," implying that change (i.e., teaching "new tricks") is important but old dogs cannot make that change. __37__ Instead of believing change is essentially necessary, we should consider why change is needed and what purpose it serves.
__38__ For example, a situation where a person is being told they need to have a "more positive attitude" is different from a situation where a student is being told they need to stop shouting at others every day. Certainly, the second one reflects a much clearer need for change than the first.
If others are telling you that you need to change, that does not mean they are wrong but also does not mean they are right. __39__ However, you needn't let it be the final word on what you need.
Even if you decide to change because others are telling you they are bothered by how you are, it is still important to remind yourself that you are making the choice to change. You can take their opinions but still remind yourself, "I am looking to change because I do not want people to be upset at me, not because I have to." __40__
A. The motto has meanings for humans, too.
B. Change can have a great many benefits.
C. Change takes a variety of different forms.
D. You need to let them have their opinions.
E. Animals get older and have more experiences.
F. Actually, the significance of change might be overstated.
G. That way you can remind yourself that you are seeing a reason to change.
(九)
(2025·安徽马鞍山市·一模)
August is the time of year when I turn my attention to harvesting lavender (薰衣草). Cutting lavender flowers is something you can and should do regularly over the summer months. ____16____ They can be useful for a range of projects in your home.
Harvest lavender for cooking and drinking. One reason to harvest lavender is for use in recipes and drinks. You can add lavender to sugar to make a lavender sugar. But remember, when it comes to using lavender, in most cases less is more. ____17____
Harvest lavender for home decoration. I often simply bring lavender inside and then arrange it in vases in my home. It looks and smells great, enhancing my living spaces. ____18____ For example, I take the base for my Christmas wreath (花环) and place lavender stems in bunches around it, securing these to the wreath with my homemade lines. This is another good way to dry lavender to ready it for other uses.
Harvest lavender to drive unwanted insects. Many insects do not enjoy the smell of lavender, which makes it a great natural repellent (驱虫剂). ____19____ Plant it in sunny areas of the garden or near your home’s entryways to help keep these areas insect-free.
____20____ No matter how much lavender you have growing in your garden, you can find your own ways to use what you bring into your home.
A. So don’t overdo it.
B. Above are my ways to use lavender.
C. More lavender brings pleasant tastes.
D. It will encourage new flowers to emerge.
E. Harvest lavender to decorate your community.
F. I also like to arrange my lavender in other ways.
G. Place tied lavender bunches around your house to help keep flies out.
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