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专题05 七选五(浙江专用)
(一)
(23-24高二下·浙江省强基联盟·期中)
When is bedtime? 36 Inside every living thing is a clock that follows the sun.
For a long time, people assumed that daylight told animals when to go to sleep or wake up. See light, wake. See dark, sleep. Then, in 1729, a French scientist named Jean-Jacques d’Ortous de Mairan did an experiment with a mimosa (含羞草), a plant that folds up its leaves at night. 37
From time to time, he peeked inside. To his surprise, the leaves continued to open and close each day as usual, even in total darkness. And he had discovered a new thing about living creatures. Inside every cell, there is a tiny clock that keeps track of whether it’s morning, noon, or night on the 24-hour cycle of a day. 38
Every cell in the body has its own tiny time-clicker. A master timekeeper in the brain keeps all these cell clocks in step. For humans, a small group of cells at the back of the eye are in charge of the special job. 37 The master clock then sends “wake up” or “sleep” chemicals to all your cells.
You can feel light reset your clock if you fly to a different time zone. For a few days you get sleepy at bedtime back home even if it’s afternoon in your new place. This is called “jet lag”. 38 But soon the bright light in the morning and dark at night will reset your master clock to match the local time where you are, and you’re back on schedule.
So don’t worry if you forget your watch—your clock inside will keep you on sun time.
A.Inside every cell, there is a tiny clock.
B.That’s your body’s internal clock at work.
C.If you don’t have a phone or watch, don’t worry.
D.To learn more about this, scientists did some research.
E.They signal when they see strong daylight or growing darkness.
F.He put some of the plants in a cupboard and kept them in constant darkness.
G.These timekeepers cause cells to do different things at different times of day.
(二)
(23-24高二下·浙江省9+ 1高中联盟·期中)
Family Camping Guide: Ensuring Safety and Fun for Everyone
Are you planning a family camping trip?Whether it's a weekend getaway or a longer adventure, spending time outdoors can be a wonderful experience for families. 36 This guide has practical tips for keeping everyone safe and having fun on a family camping trip.
Check the weather forecast ahead. This step ensures you pack the proper clothing and equipment for unexpected weather changes. It's also wise to have a backup plan. 37 This way, you'll still have some fun even if the weather doesn't cooperate.
Assign age-appropriate tasks. 38 Younger children can help gather firewood and set up tents while older kids can take charge of tasks like cooking simple meals and setting up the camp. Remember to ensure that clear instructions are given for each task.
Pack a First Aid Kit. 39 The basics should include bandages,tissues,tape,and tweezers. Besides, familiarize yourself with basic first aid techniques and remember to check the dates of the items in your first aid kit and restock as needed.
Plan safe outdoor activities. Camping offers various family-friendly activities. However, it's essential to plan safe and age-appropriate activities for everyone. If you're going hiking, pick a trail your youngest family members can manage. When swimming or boating, ensure everyone has a life jacket.
40 Remember, preparation is critical, but the most important thing is to have fun, make memories,and cherish the time spent together in the great outdoors.
A.It's time to hit the road and start your camping trip.
B.Let's make our family trip unforgettable and enjoyable.
C.Prepare indoor activities or games to enjoy in the camper.
D.However, as exciting as camping can be, safety must come first.
E.It is wise to have an added layer of safety during unseen situations.
F.It lightens parental workload and gives kids ownership and contribution.
G.Accidents could happen on camping grounds, so preparing it is essential.
(三)
(23-24高二下·浙江省丽水市丽水发展共同体·期中)
How do you spend your after-lunch time before classes resume? Taking a nap? Wandering into the playground or playing with your friends?
36 There are classic sports that students can choose from, of course: soccer, rugby, and tennis. But there is also the opportunity for students to show off their creativity-wall ball.
37 In the game, the ball has to be kept off the ground for as long as possible. Without any boundary markers on the wall or floor, the entire stretch of two walls is the game area. Without bats or rackets, our hands would do the necessary hitting, patting and throwing needed to keep the ball up in the air. 38 They can judge for him or herself when they should make a leap to keep the ball in play and when to give it up to another player.
The rules are flexible. 39 Although the structure is usually consistent, with some sort of score recorded on the spot; other times it would descend into chaos, with limbs wildly flailing in the air. Despite this, it is always fun.
Wall ball is the game of champions. Success at the sport means instant fame for the student around the school. As more and more teenagers take part in the wall ball, maybe the game students created could also gain more popularity in the future. 40
A.The game is quite simple.
B.The game is rather complicated.
C.Sometimes a foot could be involved.
D.Instead of teams, every student is on their own.
E.For students in the UK, they prefer doing sports.
F.Maybe one day it will even become a global phenomenon.
G.Children in the UK play wall ball to keep active after lunch.
(四)
(23-24高二下·浙江省浙东北(ZDB)联盟·期中)
For many students, shift workers and others, getting enough sleep each night presents a dilemma. There is too much to do and not enough time to do it, so people often try to catch up on the weekends. 36 And, while we spend our weekdays working around the clock, it takes a heavy burden on our bodies.
How many hours of sleep are really necessary? 37 Teens need eight to 10, and adults need seven to nine hours nightly.
38 Suppose you require eight hours of sleep a night, but for one week, you only slept six hours nightly. As a result, you developed a cumulative sleep debt of 14 hours.
As sleep debt accumulates, it impacts us in many ways including memory loss, immune function and stroke. 39 Though afternoon naps and extra weekend sleep can help relieve some tiredness, the healthiest course of action is to get a good night’s sleep every night.
There are many ways to create a healthy sleep routine. Maintain a restful environment in the bedroom by keeping it quiet, dark and cool. 40 That will make you feel physically comfortable in the first place. If you don’t fall asleep within 20 minutes, then try listening to relaxing music. Finally, think of enough sleep as preventive medicine and make it a priority.
A.It’s not hard to calculate your sleep debt.
B.Keep anything that might disturb you outside the bedroom.
C.Many prefer a temperature of around 18 degrees Celsius for sleep.
D.With a healthy sleep routine, you can get sufficient rest and protect your health.
E.It has also been known to contribute to heart disease, obesity, diabetes and more.
F.According to the Mayo Clinic, school-age children require nine to 12 hours a night.
G.But researchers report that it takes longer than we think to replace missing hours of sleep.
(五)
(23-24高二下·浙江省钱塘联盟·期中)
How to Build Resilience
Resilience (适应力) is a crucial skill that can help us face the unpredictability of life and thrive in the face of adversity. It can be developed and enhanced over time. 21
Enhance strong relationships
36 Having caring, supportive people around you acts as a protective factor during times of crisis. While simply talking about a situation with a friend or loved one won’t make your troubles go away, it allows you to share your feelings, get support, receive positive feedback, and come up with possible solutions to your problems.
Value physical health
Your physical well-being significantly impacts your resilience. A healthy body can cope better with stress and recover faster from illness or tiredness. 37 For instance, a 30-minute stroll and a short yoga session are all good choices. By taking care of yourself, you can boost your overall health and resilience and be fully ready to face life’s challenges.
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A sense of purpose can give you direction and motivation, especially during tough times. Consider what goals you have, whether little or large. These goals give a sense of purpose to your life and keep you focused. Write down a list of things you want to accomplish in life. Keep this list in a safe place and evaluate your progress regularly.
Develop problem-solving skills
Whenever you encounter a new challenge, brainstorm some of the potential ways you could solve the problem. 39 By practicing your problem-solving skills on a regular basis, you will be better prepared to cope when a serious challenge emerges.
A.Activate positive emotion
B.Discover your purpose
C.It’s important to have people you can trust.
D.It means the difference between handling pressure and losing your cool.
E.Experiment with different strategies to work through common problems.
F.Use the following strategies as a starting point for your resilience-building journey.
G.Start to improve your health by adding a simple exercise routine into your daily schedule.
(六)
(23-24高二下·浙江省宁波五校联盟·期中)
Homeless animals are usually left without a permanent home when their owners give them up or they’re found on the street. With millions of animals living in shelters every year, there aren’t enough people to take them in. 36 If you’d like to help homeless animals, then there are tons of ways to do so.
● Adopt a pet
When you adopt an animal from a shelter or rescue group, you save two lives. 37 , but you’ve made room at the shelter for another homeless cat or dog. There’s nothing more rewarding than adopting a pet who knows what home life is like and has been missing it — until the day you bring that pet home. Adopting truly makes you a hero.
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Whether you like rolling up your sleeves and cleaning cages, socializing with a few of your kitten friends or working with numbers, your skills and interests can make a huge impact on the lives of homeless pets in your community. 38 . Shelters and rescue groups rely on foster (收养的) families to take in dogs and cats on a short-term basis. No matter what you like to do and what you’re good at, there’s a volunteer job for you.
● Donate to the animals
39 . Consider paying it forward by sponsoring (发起) a pet’s adoption or donating food, cleaning supplies, blankets or towels to your local rescue. You can also help animals right from your computer or phone by donating items from the Best Friends Amazon wish list.
A.Volunteer with animals
B.So, many animals don’t get the love and care that they need
C.Host an animal shelter talk at your school or workplace
D.Fostering is a fun way to get lots of helpful hands-on time
E.Not only can you feel good about saving the pet you adopted
F.You’ll find rescue groups for just about any type of pet
G.Whenever you give something to a shelter or a rescue group in your community, you’re helping to save lives
(七)
(23-24高二下·浙江省温州市温州十校·期中)
How to ask good questions
Effective communication is vital for all relationship. Learning what questions to ask can improve how you work with team members, your leadership skills, and how you communicate with loved ones. 31
Be a good listener. When someone gives you an answer or explains something to you, pay attention. 36 By focusing on listening, you’ll avoid asking a general question that you should probably know the answer to. When someone else is speaking, make eye contact and use body language such as nodding to show you understand.
Don’t be afraid of your questions. 37 Maybe it’s your first time doing a task, and you want to do it properly. Wrong questions don’t exist —especially if you’ve never done this before. Think about it this way: If you don’t ask your question, you may make some easily avoidable mistakes.
38 Question asking isn’t supposed to be a fast-paced conversation. Pausing to listen between answers gives you time to think about what was said and ask better follow-up questions. Don’t feel pressured to respond quickly. Fast responses can mess with the conversation’s flow. You don’t want to feel rushed or rush others, so learn to give yourself time to think.
Keep your questions short. A long question shows a lack of self-awareness. 39 You may want to provide enough detail in your question, but not too much. The person you’re asking should only have to hear your question once, not three or four times. Focusing on asking open-ended questions in one sentence can still set up a good conversation.
A.Use silence to your advantage.
B.Respond with follow-up questions.
C.It can end up confusing someone more than it should.
D.The key to an effective communication is being a good listener.
E.Here are some tips on how you can start asking better questions.
F.If you’re confused about something, you have every right to ask for clarity.
G.If you don’t listen properly, you may find yourself asking already-answered questions.
(八)
(23-24高二下·浙江省金兰教育合作组织·期中)
Guilty Pleasures?
You might have heard of the expression “a guilty pleasure” — maybe it’s the chocolate bar you buy on the way home from work, or the new clothes that you don’t really need. It comes from the idea that when we treat ourselves, it can sometimes leave us feeling guilty. Perhaps we don’t feel we deserved it, or we don’t think it was a responsible way to spend our money. But should we feel like this? 36
Perhaps not. Psychologists have suggested that buying things for yourself can make you feel better as it provides an opportunity to take control of your situation. 36 It may be that as well as lifting your mood, when you buy a treat, you might just be looking after yourself.
Of course, there are also examples of people turning to destructive behaviour when faced with stressful circumstances. People might spend money that they don’t have at all or turn to some dangerous addictions. 37 Self-indulgence can be reckless and have negative consequences, while self-nurturing is taking responsible decisions to satisfy our needs and take care of ourselves in ways that don’t have a significant impact.
38 Many universities publish guides with advice for coping with exam stress. It’s essential to reflect the difference between self-indulgence and self-nurture. 39 They also suggest doing things that you enjoy much and are good at so that you can feel accomplishment and to avoid things that may make you feel worse afterwards.
So perhaps, as long as we make responsible decisions, we shouldn’t feel guilty about our guilty pleasures.
A.Do we need to have a guilty or clear conscience?
B.Do we really have to feel guilty about treating ourselves?
C.One stress that people may need to deal with is exam stress.
D.Psychologists recommend rewarding yourself for your efforts.
E.So we should keep a balance between self-indulgence and self-nurturing.
F.It can give you social contact and a confidence boost by changing your image.
G.Psychologist Leon Seltzer considers the difference between self-indulgence and self-nurturing.
(九)
(23-24高二下·浙江省七彩阳光新高考研究联盟·期中)
How do I get to know a person’s character?
If you are trying to assess a person’s character, make sure you do not rely heavily on factors that can be misleading. 36 . Also, pay attention to his attitude to distinguish how it impacts his life.
Whether or not a person is honest says a lot about his character. Observe the person’s conversations and try to determine how often, if at all, he tells lies. To some degree, the types of lies he may tell and his motives for doing so matter. 37 .
The level of commitment a person displays indicates the type of character he has. “Commitment” often causes people to instantly think of intimate (亲密的) relationships. 38 . It is important, however, to remember that there are many other things in life that may require commitment and the level that is displayed in these instances also says a lot about a person.
39 . This includes both people he knows and people he does not know. It may be difficult to actually see how he treats different types of people if you only encounter him in a single environment. It is often possible, however, to get some idea of his manner of interaction through conversation.
When you are trying to assess someone’s character, remember that it consists of qualities and habits that form his identity. 40 . While these things may provide some insight into a person’s personality, they are often weaker indicators of a person’s character than other factors.
A.This includes factors such as manner of dress or the actions of family members.
B.You can tell a lot about a person’s character by observing how he treats other people.
C.It also counts whether or not he thinks truthfulness is an important quality.
D.Instead, observe the individual’s ability to tell the truth and to commit.
E.Some people generally have a negative view while others may try to be positive even in difficult situations.
F.Whether a person can choose one partner and respect the vows (誓言) and agreements made between them is usually an indication.
G.Attitude can affect many aspects of a person’s life, including how hard he works and his ability to be supportive of others.
(十)
(23-24高二下·浙江省浙南名校·期中)
Choosing artwork can feel like an exhausting task if you have no idea where to start and you can end up staring at a blank wall waiting for that enlightening moment. From traditional landscapes to family photos, the options are endless. 46
Look for inspiration in interiors magazines, as well as online, and visit independent stores to figure out what styles appeal to you. There are no set rules when it comes to artwork preferences. 36 Then, make space for it on your walls.
Depending on your budget, there are different places you can begin your search for artwork. 37 The Affordable Art Fair, for example, features work by a wide range of artists, with pieces that won’t cost the earth. If you prefer prints (which are often more affordable in comparison), take a look at high street shops. Alternatively, many online ones are offering printable designs that you download and print yourself at home.
38 Typographic prints will inject the space with a sense of fun and a cool, contemporary feel. Black and white photography, on the other hand, can stimulate a more depressing atmosphere. The colours used in the piece will also be something to consider — greens and blues have comforting properties so are mild for a bedroom. Bolder and brighter tones, on the contrary, suit dynamic areas better.
Once you’ve chosen your artwork, it’s time to think about how best to showcase it around your home. Gallery walls are a popular way if you want to create a central point. 39 By the way, you can add vases and potted plants to create another dimension.
A.So, how to choose artwork for your home?
B.Don’t be afraid of mixing together different styles.
C.Picture ledges, or small shelves, are also an ideal choice.
D.Trust your feeling if something makes you stop, smile or think.
E.Art fairs are a great place to dive in, even if just for inspiration.
F.Apart from the style of your chosen artwork, the size of it also needs to be considered.
G.The type of artwork you choose can set the tone of a room and greatly impact the mood.
(十一)
(23-24高二下·浙江省A9协作体·期中)
Ways To Unlock Your Inner Motivation
Do you start something and then leave it midway? Do you also feel an enthusiastic rush at the beginning of new things but lose motivation after some time? Don’t worry! 36 They can be the stepping stones in your journey to achieve your dreams.
Set a “SMART” goal. Goal setting is always the first step but what is the true essence of a goal? Can it be considered a goal to write a 50,000-word book in one day? Your goal has to be “SMART” — specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound. Setting a “SMART” goal will help you clarify what you are trying to achieve, and how you have to divide your time to achieve it. 52
37 We all have that one Why inside of us that pushes us to work hard and reminds us where we have to go. 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.
Share your goal. 38 In that way, they can help you stay motivated by reminding you of what you want. Your partner can be anyone you trust but remember, be very wise while selecting them because you are only as good as the company you keep.
Visualize your success. This is a mental exercise. Along the way, keep visualizing your success. 39 Keep a record of everything that you do. You can write it in your journal and you can also record your next steps. Tracking your goals fuels motivation.
A.Act on your reminder.
B.Identify your inner source.
C.Get a partner to tell them what you want to achieve.
D.Having a taste of it will help you stay hungry for more.
E.Creating a visual representation board can be really helpful.
F.It will tell you whether your goal is re levant and achievable or not.
G.I will explain some important ways that help to keep my motivation.
(十二)
(23-24高二下·浙江省G5联盟·期中)
Maximalism, as a design aesthetic (审美), is rooted in cultural shifts throughout history. In the mid-20th century, minimalism dominated social aesthetic, which laid great emphasis on the idea of less was more. In the late 1960s, postmodernism challenged the ideas of minimalism and embraced a more playful approach to design. 36 During the 1980s, maximalism reached its peak and continued to evolve in the following decades.
Today, maximalism has become a noticeable design style characterized by celebrating individuality,embracing the unexpected, and creating st unning and expressive spaces. 37 They hold that maximalism can make homes blossom into spaces that radiate with warmth and joy, and reflect the personalities and tastes of everyone in the house.
38 Even hallways can be turned into gallery-like spaces with unique art collections, vibrant wall coverings that enhance visual impact. Mirrors, if strategically placed, can add to the pleasant feel of a space that could otherwise be a boring passage.
The living room unfolds with patterns and decor items, creating a dynamic and cozy atmosphere which is all about individuality and comfort. 39 A combination of decoration items such as sculptures, vases, and books are also on display.
Breaking free from regular kitchen aesthetics, maximalism transforms kitchens into exciting and inspiring environments. Using unexpected kitchen lighting options can add some home atmosphere. 60
As an interior (室内的) stylist, I encourage you to get the best from your home and the possessions you already have by displaying what you love most. This will spark joy everywhere you look, and this concept is at the heart of maximalism.
A.Delicate table lamps may work well.
B.Your home should be a celebration of all you are.
C.Many interior designers are advocates of maximalism.
D.Maximalism breathes life into often-overlooked corners.
E.You can find a variety of ways to bring it into your home, too.
F.Maximalism emerged as a reaction against the idea of simplicity.
G.There is a mix of different patterns through throw pillows and curtains.
(十三)
(23-24高二下·浙江省三锋联盟·期中)
Getting up early is actually the secret to the success of many people. 61
It may improve your cognitive (认知的) function.
People who get up early in the morning can concentrate better, are more attentive, and stay energized throughout the day. 36 Therefore, focusing on important tasks earlier will allow you to make better decisions than people who work later. A 2010 Harvard University study found that morning people have better problem-solving skills, get better grades in school, and land higher-paying jobs.
It helps you sleep better.
Waking up early makes going to bed earlier easier and helps you get consistent sleep and wake time. 37 Getting adequate sleep may lower your blood pressure, boost your mood, as well as improve your brain function. People who tend to be night owls are more likely to feel tired and develop sleep disorders.
It gives you more time to eat breakfast.
38 After all, food is the fuel people need to feel energized and ready to face the world. Just drinking a cup of coffee at the drive-through will not give you what you need. Enjoy a nutritious breakfast of health y bread rolls or yogurt and fruit to start your day off right.
It gives you more time for yourself.
Waking up early allows you to watch the sunrise and have quiet time at home. Self-care is vitally important, so take this time to enjoy your coffee, take your dog for a long walk, write your shopping list, or just take some extra me time. People generally think it is difficult to get more time for themselves. 65
A.Try going to the gym or running first in the morning.
B.People’s brains are more alert (灵敏的) in the morning.
C.Nothing starts a day better than eating a healthy breakfast.
D.This helps to regulate your body clock and leads to better sleep.
E.Check out these four good reasons to wake up early in the morning.
F.Here are four methods that will help you start your day feeling relaxed.
G.However, setting your alarm clock earlier will give you the gift of extra time.
(十三)
(23-24高二下·浙江省浙里特色联盟·期中)
Some people only exercise self-discipline in the parts of their lives they think as necessities — such as turning up to work on time and getting the job done. But self-discipline is a skill that can be applied to every aspect of life. And the benefits can be great. 36 .
It will help you reach your full potential
When you have self-discipline, you are able to push yourself to achieve things you never thought possible. You set high standards for yourself and then work hard to meet them. 37 . It can also help you feel proud of yourself and your accomplishments. Ultimately, it can help you be the best you can be in all aspects of your life.
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Self-discipline can help you get more done in less time. When you have self-discipline, you are less likely to waste time on things that are not important. This means you can use your time more effectively and get more done. This can lead to greater productivity at work, at home, and in your personal life.
It will help you be healthier
Self-discipline can also help you live a healthier life. When you have self-discipline, you are more likely to make healthy choices and stick to them. This means you will be less likely to overeat, smoke, or engage in other unhealthy behaviors. 39 . All of these things can lead to better physical and mental health.
It will help you be happier
Last but not least, self-discipline can help you be happier. When you have self-discipline, you are less likely to engage in self-destructive behaviors. 40 . This can lead to a greater sense of happiness and wellbeing.
So, as you can see, self-discipline can improve your whole life. If you want to be more successful, productive, and happier, then start working on your self-discipline today.
A.It will help you finish work on time.
B.It will help you be more productive.
C.Here’s how self-discipline can improve all aspects of your life.
D.This can lead to personal and professional success.
E.This is because you are less likely to give up when things get tough.
F.This means you will be more likely to focus on the positive and enjoy your life.
G.It can also mean you are more likely to exercise regularly.
(十四)
(23-24高二下·浙江省杭州地区(含周边)重点中学期中)
On hearing the word vacation, most people react positively. Experienced travelers will argue that more important than where they go on vacation is who they go with. 71
Family travel is special and creates lasting memories, but it can also have some challenges. For one, the success of a trip often depends on the relationships that the family members have with one another. If two brothers do not get along at home, the chances are that they will fight during a vacation. 36 If a family is traveling by air, purchasing plane tickets for everyone can be very expensive.
37 Close friends often have similar personalities, so they generally get along with each other and fight less than family members might on a trip. Furthermore, if friends are close, even a terrible trip will not ruin the friendship. 38 All in all, traveling with friends can be a positive experience that results in a great vacation and, likely, a stronger friendship.
Finally, people can choose to travel alone. Solo travelers can be more flexible with transportation than those traveling in a large group. 39 And they also have better chances of getting a seat on buses or planes since they only need one. In addition, solo travelers are more likely to meet locals or other vacationers because they are more likely to want to talk with others.
A.They can change plans more easily.
B.Each person tends to cover his or her individual expenses.
C.Another potential problem of family travel is transportation.
D.Sightseeing and scheduling are not a problem for solo travelers.
E.In fact, friendships are often strengthened with the travel memories.
F.Traveling with friends can be an unforgettable experience for several reasons.
G.Vacations can be classified on the basis of who vacationers choose to travel with.
(十五)
(23-24高二下·浙江省台金七校·期中)
Life presents challenges at every stage, leading to inevitable stress. Developing coping abilities and maintaining a positive mindset can greatly benefit emotional, mental, and physical well-being. 36 Exercise and stretch.
When teenagers carry a lot of stress, it can create significant muscle tension within the body. Stretching and yoga, especially, will help to relieve this physical strain and provide a sense of release. Though, any type of exercise will do the trick, like jogging, stretching, weight training, etc.Listen to music.
Sometimes a walk outdoors with a soothing playlist is the best remedy (治疗法) to stress. 37 Listening to music will facilitate positive thoughts, social skills, and a sense of peace when stressed. Essentially, chill songs with a gentle melody will help to slow down a racing mind and heartbeat.Talk to someone.
Believe it or not, complaining can have a positive impact on mental health. 38 Teens can choose to talk to a close friend, teacher, or another family member. As long as they’re talking about what’s on their mind and what’s stressing them out, the chances are they will feel like a load is lifted off their shoulders afterward. 79
Sleep and stress are directly related. When dealing with a particularly difficult situation, it can get in the way of a good night’s sleep. People who tend to internalize (内化) emotions may struggle to unwind, resulting in increased stress and sleeplessness. Learning to relax can manage stress at night.Maintain healthy eating habits.
Stress or emotional eating is a behavior a teen may experience during times of increased stress. But it’s contributing to a greater harmful cycle. 39 Instead, kids should focus on enjoying food and eating because they’re hungry, not because they’re stressed or overwhelmed.
A.Luckily, teens love their music.
B.Get 8 hours of sleep every night.
C.It is natural for teens to listen to music.
D.Certainly, solutions are available to most of us in theory.
E.Parents aren’t the only people they can pour out their heart to.
F.Overeating to deal with feelings of stress can lead to guilt or shame afterward.
G.However, in a world that’s widely overwhelming, doing so is easier said than done.
(十六)
(23-24高二下·浙江省五校联盟·期中)
As we all want to be nice to others, we tend to fall into a set pattern of putting ourselves second while putting others first, which seemingly has been drilled into our mind as a moral code. Actually, it can be a bad habit. So, how to devote more to yourself? 81
Set aside time alone in your schedule. It’s not unusual to share time with friends, family, and colleagues. 36 So, spend time each week to sit quietly with your own thoughts and emotions without distractions, allowing you to reconnect with yourself. Do remember to pick a spot where you won’t be interrupted.
Treat yourself with love and respect. Most people are able to be friendly (or at least polite) to other people — so a rule of thumb is to treat yourself the way you treat others. Ask yourself if you’re as considerate to yourself as you are to your friends. 83
Stop comparing yourself to others. Get in the habit of paying attention to your own achievements, performances, and emotions rather than those of other people. 37 Make a conscious effort to worry about yourself and not them, and highlight your own progress, strengths and passions that bring genuine pride to you.
38 It’s like making an invisible line and saying, “I’m not doing anything on that side of line and I’m willing to do something on the other side”. Prioritize meeting your own needs and expectations. Practice turning down things that might overextend you or that you don’t really want to do. Say “goodbye” to friends who simply do not align with (与……一致) the values you uphold in life. You are allowed to advocate for yourself!
A.It’s time for you to be a self-care person.
B.Set clear personal boundaries for yourself.
C.Identify your own needs and expectations.
D.Here are some fantastic ways for your reference.
E.Socialization is good — but solitude is equally important.
F.If not, try giving yourself the same kindness that you give them.
G.That means you don’t need to upset yourself about others’ success or judgement.
(十七)
(23-24高二下·浙江省衢温5 +1联盟·期中)
How to Boost Happiness
Spend time with your closest friends
According to Oxford psychologist Robert Dunbar, more than 60 percent of our social time is devoted to our40closest friends. 36 From a happiness point of view, it pays to invest in those closest to you. Laughing with friends has been shown to be beneficial for your heart, lungs and stress control.
Hold open a door
Undertaking an act of kindness, such as holding open a door for a stranger triggers the brain pleasure centre. One of the largest studies into kindness, The Kindness Test, looked at 60,000 people and showed that those who regularly volunteer see a positive change in brain chemistry. 87
Strike up conversations with strangers
If you live in a large city, chances are that you don’t regularly strike up conversations with strangers. 37 Research shows that talking to strangers can stimulate our brain in ways that familiar interactions don’t, sharpening our thinking, boosting self-confidence and providing a sense of accomplishment.
Hug for a while
It might not come naturally to everyone but hugs are great for the body. 38 The reason is that it takes a while for your brain to release a hormone linked to increased trust and creativity. Hugs also trigger the release of hormones that are linked to your immune system. They have also been linked to reducing anxiety in people with low self-esteem.
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A study in Poland found a decrease in stress in young adults who spent 40minutes in natural surroundings. A further study by the University of Exeter found that just five minutes of nature exposure reduced stress. The best possible benefits are achieved by spending 120 minutes a week in nature — or 17 minutes a day.
A.Work out regularly.
B.Step outside to be under the sky.
C.Remember to keep doing it for seven seconds, though.
D.Actually, gratitude is strongly associated with a greater level of happiness.
E.That’s followed by 40good friends, 50 friends and 150 meaningful contacts.
F.But doing so has been proven to boost a sense of belonging and improve mood
G.Those who carry out nice acts for strangers also report feeling more competent.
(十八)
(23-24高二下·浙江省台州十校·期中)
The daily challenges of social and work life pose a great threat to people’s mental health. While there is no known cure for mental illness, activities like road trips can effectively manage mental health issues. Here are the benefits of a road trip.
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From swimming in the ocean to climbing mountain peaks, there are many wholesome activities to do on a road trip. Some of these activities take a considerable amount of energy. Not only will you be building your mental strength while taking a road trip, your physical fitness increases as well.
It eases stress
Stress increases when people come in contact with triggers (诱因) that worsen their mental condition, which may come from interactions with people, or responsibilities at work. 37 Not being confronted with situations that make you stressed is a major step towards relief.
It boosts creativity
38 The incredible sights of open fields can awaken your creativity. 39 For example, you can learn about the history of a region by visiting museums or you can immerse yourself in the local culture by trying new foods. Learning new things inspires your productivity and boosts your mental health.
It brings you one step closer to happiness
Mental health issues are capable of causing a feeling of dissatisfaction and sadness. However, happiness is a state of mind you can obtain by taking a road trip. The unique sights, delicious food, and entertainment from a road trip are all sources of happiness. 95
A.It promotes physical and mental fitness.
B.It allows you to experience different activities.
C.Indeed, happiness gained from a road trip can last long after the trip.
D.Thus, it is advised to make road trips part of your plans for the future.
E.Every new experience on a road trip can increase your creativity.
F.When you take a road trip, you move away from the stressful environment.
G.When you reach different stops, the atmosphere, culture and activities will open a window to learn new things.
(十九)
(23-24高二下·浙江省卓越联盟联盟·期中)
Once you get close enough to someone, it’s easy to assume they’ll be a friend for life — but friendships take work, too, and it’s important that you make time to cultivate these relationships as well. 36 . Read on to discover some questions you should ask your close friends.
1. “How do you think we’ve both changed since we became friends?”
There’s a good chance that you’ve been friends with those closest to you for some time, which means you’ve both changed in certain ways over the years. Shari, founder of Imperfectly Perfect Life, says it’s important to reflect on that change. “ 37 ,” she shares.
2. “ 38 ”
“You don’t have to just focus on your own friendship. People vary greatly in what makes them feel most connected to others — for some it’s sharing something exciting together, while for others, it’s doing daily tasks together,” Julia, a clinical psychologist, notes.
3. “What is the best advice you’ve ever received?”
Another way you can “gain a deeper understanding of your friend’s values, beliefs, and the lessons they’ve learned along their journey” is by asking them about the best advice they’ve ever received. “This provides an opportunity to share wisdom that has had a significant impact on their personal growth,” Natalie shares. “ 39 , fostering mutual understanding within your friendship.”
4.“What are your biggest dreams for your life?”
40 , if you are truly committed to being friends for life. “Many friendships keep the friends locked in to their current reality,” Moore cautions. “But knowing your friend’s goals can create the space for your friendship to grow.”
A.What life experience has shaped you the most?
B.Acknowledging your growth can enhance your friendship
C.When do you feel most connected to the people in your life?
D.It’s also good to acknowledge that even the closest friendships are not perfect
E.You should know what your friend actually envisions for themselves in the future
F.Additionally, it opens the door for meaningful conversations about life’s challenges
G.We’ve talked to different experts to get their best advice on how to create stronger bonds
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(一)
(23-24高二下·浙江省强基联盟·期中)
When is bedtime? 36 Inside every living thing is a clock that follows the sun.
For a long time, people assumed that daylight told animals when to go to sleep or wake up. See light, wake. See dark, sleep. Then, in 1729, a French scientist named Jean-Jacques d’Ortous de Mairan did an experiment with a mimosa (含羞草), a plant that folds up its leaves at night. 37
From time to time, he peeked inside. To his surprise, the leaves continued to open and close each day as usual, even in total darkness. And he had discovered a new thing about living creatures. Inside every cell, there is a tiny clock that keeps track of whether it’s morning, noon, or night on the 24-hour cycle of a day. 38
Every cell in the body has its own tiny time-clicker. A master timekeeper in the brain keeps all these cell clocks in step. For humans, a small group of cells at the back of the eye are in charge of the special job. 37 The master clock then sends “wake up” or “sleep” chemicals to all your cells.
You can feel light reset your clock if you fly to a different time zone. For a few days you get sleepy at bedtime back home even if it’s afternoon in your new place. This is called “jet lag”. 38 But soon the bright light in the morning and dark at night will reset your master clock to match the local time where you are, and you’re back on schedule.
So don’t worry if you forget your watch—your clock inside will keep you on sun time.
A.Inside every cell, there is a tiny clock.
B.That’s your body’s internal clock at work.
C.If you don’t have a phone or watch, don’t worry.
D.To learn more about this, scientists did some research.
E.They signal when they see strong daylight or growing darkness.
F.He put some of the plants in a cupboard and kept them in constant darkness.
G.These timekeepers cause cells to do different things at different times of day.
【答案】36.C 37.F 38.G 39.E 40.B
【解析】
【语篇导读】这是一篇说明文。短文介绍了生物钟的作用。
36.根据上文“When is bedtime?”(什么时候睡觉?)并根据下文“Inside every living thing is a clock that follows the sun.”(每个生物体内都有一个时钟,它跟随太阳转动。)可知,每个人体内都有生物钟,所以什么时候睡觉不需要依赖手机或者手表。故C选项“如果你没有手机或手表,也不用担心”切题。故选C项。
37.根据上文“Then, in 1729, a French scientist named Jean-Jacques d’Ortous de Mairan did an experiment with a mimosa (含羞草), a plant that folds up its leaves at night.”(1729年,法国科学家Jean-Jacques d 'Ortous de Mairan用含羞草做了一个实验,含羞草是一种夜间折叠叶子的植物。)可知,选项承接上文继续说明在含羞草在黑夜的实验。故F选项“他把一些植物放在橱柜里,让它们一直处于黑暗中。”切题。故选F项。
38.根据上文“And he had discovered a new thing about living creatures.Inside every cell, there is a tiny clock that keeps track of whether it’s morning, noon, or night on the 24-hour cycle of a day.”(他发现了一个关于生物的新现象。在每个细胞内,都有一个微小的时钟,记录着一天24小时周期中的早晨、中午或者晚上。)可知,选项承接上文说明微小的时钟(计时细胞)的工作情况。故G选项“这些计时器使细胞在一天的不同时间做不同的事情。”切题。These timekeepers与前文“a tiny clock”呼应。故选G项。
39.根据上文“For humans, a small group of cells at the back of the eye are in charge of the special job.”(对于人类来说,眼睛后部的一小群细胞负责这项特殊的工作)及下文“But soon the bright light in the morning and dark at night will reset your master clock to match the local time where you are, and you’re back on schedule.”(但很快,早晨明亮的光线和晚上黑暗的光线会重置你的主时钟,使其与你所在的地方的时间相匹配,你就又回到了计划中。)可知,选项承接上文说明这些细胞对光的反应。故E选项“当它们看到强烈的日光或逐渐变暗时,就会发出信号”切题。故选E项。
40.根据上文“This is called “jet lag”.”(这就是所谓的“时差”)可知,选项承接上文说明时差产生的原因。故B选项“这是你身体内部的生物钟在起作用”切题。故选B项。
(二)
(23-24高二下·浙江省9+ 1高中联盟·期中)
Family Camping Guide: Ensuring Safety and Fun for Everyone
Are you planning a family camping trip?Whether it's a weekend getaway or a longer adventure, spending time outdoors can be a wonderful experience for families. 36 This guide has practical tips for keeping everyone safe and having fun on a family camping trip.
Check the weather forecast ahead. This step ensures you pack the proper clothing and equipment for unexpected weather changes. It's also wise to have a backup plan. 37 This way, you'll still have some fun even if the weather doesn't cooperate.
Assign age-appropriate tasks. 38 Younger children can help gather firewood and set up tents while older kids can take charge of tasks like cooking simple meals and setting up the camp. Remember to ensure that clear instructions are given for each task.
Pack a First Aid Kit. 39 The basics should include bandages,tissues,tape,and tweezers. Besides, familiarize yourself with basic first aid techniques and remember to check the dates of the items in your first aid kit and restock as needed.
Plan safe outdoor activities. Camping offers various family-friendly activities. However, it's essential to plan safe and age-appropriate activities for everyone. If you're going hiking, pick a trail your youngest family members can manage. When swimming or boating, ensure everyone has a life jacket.
40 Remember, preparation is critical, but the most important thing is to have fun, make memories,and cherish the time spent together in the great outdoors.
A.It's time to hit the road and start your camping trip.
B.Let's make our family trip unforgettable and enjoyable.
C.Prepare indoor activities or games to enjoy in the camper.
D.However, as exciting as camping can be, safety must come first.
E.It is wise to have an added layer of safety during unseen situations.
F.It lightens parental workload and gives kids ownership and contribution.
G.Accidents could happen on camping grounds, so preparing it is essential.
【答案】36.D 37.C 38.F 39.G 40.A
【解析】
【语篇导读】这是一篇说明文。短文介绍了家庭露营注意的安全事项。
36.根据上文“Whether it's a weekend getaway or a longer adventure, spending time outdoors can be a wonderful experience for families.”(无论是周末度假还是更长时间的冒险,花时间在户外对家庭来说都是一次美妙的经历)根据下文“This guide has practical tips for keeping everyone safe and having fun on a family camping trip.”(这个指南有实用的技巧来保证每个人的安全,并在家庭露营旅行中玩得开心。)可知,选项承上启下,说明露营是安全的重要性。故D选项“然而,尽管露营很刺激,安全必须放在第一位”切题。故选D项。
37.根据下文“This way, you'll still have some fun even if the weather doesn't cooperate.”(这样,即使天气不配合,你也会玩得很开心。)可知,要准备室内活动或游戏。故C选项“准备室内活动或游戏,享受露营”切题。故选C项。
38.根据上文“Assign age-appropriate tasks.”(分配适合年龄的任务)可知,选项承接上文,说明这样做的作用。故F选项“它减轻了父母的工作量,让孩子拥有所有权并做出贡献”切题。故选F项。
39.根据下文“The basics should include bandages,tissues,tape,and tweezers.Besides, familiarize yourself with basic first aid techniques and remember to check the dates of the items in your first aid kit and restock as needed.”(基本的用品应该包括绷带、纸巾、胶带和镊子。此外,要熟悉基本的急救技巧,记得检查急救箱内物品的使用日期,并在需要时补充物品。)可知,露营地可能发生意外,所以做好准备是必要的。故G选项“露营地可能发生意外,所以做好准备是必要的”切题。故选G项。
40.根据下文“Remember, preparation is critical, but the most important thing is to have fun, make memories,and cherish the time spent together in the great outdoors.”(记住,准备是至关重要的,但最重要的是玩得开心,留下回忆,珍惜在户外一起度过的时光。)可知,一切准备就绪,开始旅行吧。故A选项“是时候上路,开始你的露营之旅了”切题。故选A项。
(三)
(23-24高二下·浙江省丽水市丽水发展共同体·期中)
How do you spend your after-lunch time before classes resume? Taking a nap? Wandering into the playground or playing with your friends?
36 There are classic sports that students can choose from, of course: soccer, rugby, and tennis. But there is also the opportunity for students to show off their creativity-wall ball.
37 In the game, the ball has to be kept off the ground for as long as possible. Without any boundary markers on the wall or floor, the entire stretch of two walls is the game area. Without bats or rackets, our hands would do the necessary hitting, patting and throwing needed to keep the ball up in the air. 38 They can judge for him or herself when they should make a leap to keep the ball in play and when to give it up to another player.
The rules are flexible. 39 Although the structure is usually consistent, with some sort of score recorded on the spot; other times it would descend into chaos, with limbs wildly flailing in the air. Despite this, it is always fun.
Wall ball is the game of champions. Success at the sport means instant fame for the student around the school. As more and more teenagers take part in the wall ball, maybe the game students created could also gain more popularity in the future. 40
A.The game is quite simple.
B.The game is rather complicated.
C.Sometimes a foot could be involved.
D.Instead of teams, every student is on their own.
E.For students in the UK, they prefer doing sports.
F.Maybe one day it will even become a global phenomenon.
G.Children in the UK play wall ball to keep active after lunch.
【答案】36.E 37.A 38.D 39.C 40.F
【解析】
【语篇导读】这是一篇说明文。短文介绍了关于壁球的一些相关信息。
36.根据下文“There are classic sports that students can choose from, of course: soccer, rugby, and tennis.”(当然,学生们可以选择一些经典的运动项目:足球、橄榄球和网球。)可知,下文在说运动,所以上文应该说的是学生喜欢运动。故E选项“对于英国的学生来说,他们更喜欢做运动”切题。故选E项 。
37.根据下文“In the game, the ball has to be kept off the ground for as long as possible.Without any boundary markers on the wall or floor, the entire stretch of two walls is the game area.”(在比赛中,球必须尽可能长时间地离地。墙壁或地板上没有任何边界标记,整个两面墙的延伸是游戏区域)可知,选项承接下文,在说明游戏的难易程度。故A选项“这个游戏很简单”切题。故选A项。
38.根据下文“They can judge for him or herself when they should make a leap to keep the ball in play and when to give it up to another player.”(他们可以判断他或她自己什么时候应该跳起来让球继续打,什么时候应该把球交给另一个球员。)可知,球的主动权在个人手中,而不是打团体赛。故D选项“每个学生都是自己作出决定、而不是打团队赛”切题。故选D项。
39.根据上文“The rules are flexible.”(规则是灵活的)可知,选项成接上文,举例子说明灵活表现在哪一个方面。故C选项“还有可能涉及到用脚”切题。故选C项。
40.根据上文“As more and more teenagers take part in the wall ball, maybe the game students created could also gain more popularity in the future.”(随着越来越多的青少年参加壁球,也许学生创造的游戏也会在未来获得更多的欢迎。)可知,选项承接上文说明壁球的未来是什么样子的,故F选项“也许有一天它甚至会成为一种全球现象。”切题。故选F项。
(四)
(23-24高二下·浙江省浙东北(ZDB)联盟·期中)
For many students, shift workers and others, getting enough sleep each night presents a dilemma. There is too much to do and not enough time to do it, so people often try to catch up on the weekends. 36 And, while we spend our weekdays working around the clock, it takes a heavy burden on our bodies.
How many hours of sleep are really necessary? 37 Teens need eight to 10, and adults need seven to nine hours nightly.
38 Suppose you require eight hours of sleep a night, but for one week, you only slept six hours nightly. As a result, you developed a cumulative sleep debt of 14 hours.
As sleep debt accumulates, it impacts us in many ways including memory loss, immune function and stroke. 39 Though afternoon naps and extra weekend sleep can help relieve some tiredness, the healthiest course of action is to get a good night’s sleep every night.
There are many ways to create a healthy sleep routine. Maintain a restful environment in the bedroom by keeping it quiet, dark and cool. 40 That will make you feel physically comfortable in the first place. If you don’t fall asleep within 20 minutes, then try listening to relaxing music. Finally, think of enough sleep as preventive medicine and make it a priority.
A.It’s not hard to calculate your sleep debt.
B.Keep anything that might disturb you outside the bedroom.
C.Many prefer a temperature of around 18 degrees Celsius for sleep.
D.With a healthy sleep routine, you can get sufficient rest and protect your health.
E.It has also been known to contribute to heart disease, obesity, diabetes and more.
F.According to the Mayo Clinic, school-age children require nine to 12 hours a night.
G.But researchers report that it takes longer than we think to replace missing hours of sleep.
【答案】36.G 37.F 38.A 39.E 40.C
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。本文介绍了充足睡眠的必要性与现代人面临的睡眠不足问题,指出周末补觉难以真正弥补,介绍了各年龄段所需睡眠时长,阐述睡眠债的危害,并提供了创建良好睡眠习惯的建议。
36.由上文“For many students, shift workers and others, getting enough sleep each night presents a dilemma.There is too much to do and not enough time to do it, so people often try to catch up on the weekends.”(对于许多学生、轮班工人和其他人来说,每晚能否获得充足的睡眠是个难题。有太多的事情要做,没有足够的时间去做,所以人们经常试图在周末补上。)可知,此处提到了人们在周末试图补觉来解决睡眠不足的问题;本空继续讨论这种补觉方式,而G选项“But researchers report that it takes longer than we think to replace missing hours of sleep.”(但研究人员报告说,补充缺失的睡眠时间比我们想象的要长。)指出这种补觉方式可能并不如预期那样有效,与上文形成转折关系,能承接上文,符合题意。故选G项。
37.由上文“How many hours of sleep are really necessary?”(到底需要多少小时的睡眠?)可知,上文提出了关于所需睡眠时长的问题,F选项“According to the Mayo Clinic, school-age children require nine to 12 hours a night.”(根据梅奥诊所,学龄儿童每晚需要9到12小时。)承接上文,直接回答了该问题,并给出了学龄儿童的具体睡眠时长建议;与下文“Teens need eight to 10, and adults need seven to nine hours nightly.”(青少年每晚需要8到10个小时,成年人需要7到9个小时。)构成并列关系,阐述了随着年龄增长,不同年龄段所需要的睡眠时间;由此可知,F选项符合题意。故选F项。
38.由后文“Suppose you require eight hours of sleep a night, but for one week, you only slept six hours nightly.As a result, you developed a cumulative sleep debt of 14 hours.”(假设你每晚需要8小时的睡眠,但一个星期里,你每晚只睡了6个小时。结果,你的累计睡眠债务为14小时。)可知,这里通过一个例子说明了如何计算睡眠债,A选项“It’s not hard to calculate your sleep debt.”(计算你的睡眠债并不难。)作为段落开头,引出下文对计算方法的解释,能概括本段主旨。故选A项。
39.由前文“As sleep debt accumulates, it impacts us in many ways including memory loss, immune function and stroke.”(随着睡眠债的积累,它会在很多方面影响我们,包括记忆力减退、免疫功能下降和中风。)提到了睡眠不足的多种负面影响,E选项“It has also been known to contribute to heart disease, obesity, diabetes and more.”(众所周知,它还会导致心脏病、肥胖、糖尿病等更多问题。)进一步列举了其他可能的健康问题,能承接上文,符合题意。故选E项。
40.由前文“There are many ways to create a healthy sleep routine.Maintain a restful environment in the bedroom by keeping it quiet, dark and cool.”(有很多方法可以建立健康的睡眠习惯。保持卧室安静、黑暗和凉爽,以营造一个宁静的环境。)可知,本段讨论的是如何创造良好的睡眠环境,C选项“Many prefer a temperature of around 18 degrees Celsius for sleep.”(许多人喜欢在18摄氏度左右的温度下睡觉。)说明了许多人所喜欢的睡眠温度;下文“That will make you feel physically comfortable in the first place.”(这首先会让你感到身体上的舒适。)承接选项,指出18度首先让身体感到非常舒适,进而有助于入睡;下文中的代词“That”指代选项中的“a temperature of around 18 degrees Celsius”。故选C项。
(五)
(23-24高二下·浙江省钱塘联盟·期中)
How to Build Resilience
Resilience (适应力) is a crucial skill that can help us face the unpredictability of life and thrive in the face of adversity. It can be developed and enhanced over time. 21
Enhance strong relationships
36 Having caring, supportive people around you acts as a protective factor during times of crisis. While simply talking about a situation with a friend or loved one won’t make your troubles go away, it allows you to share your feelings, get support, receive positive feedback, and come up with possible solutions to your problems.
Value physical health
Your physical well-being significantly impacts your resilience. A healthy body can cope better with stress and recover faster from illness or tiredness. 37 For instance, a 30-minute stroll and a short yoga session are all good choices. By taking care of yourself, you can boost your overall health and resilience and be fully ready to face life’s challenges.
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A sense of purpose can give you direction and motivation, especially during tough times. Consider what goals you have, whether little or large. These goals give a sense of purpose to your life and keep you focused. Write down a list of things you want to accomplish in life. Keep this list in a safe place and evaluate your progress regularly.
Develop problem-solving skills
Whenever you encounter a new challenge, brainstorm some of the potential ways you could solve the problem. 39 By practicing your problem-solving skills on a regular basis, you will be better prepared to cope when a serious challenge emerges.
A.Activate positive emotion
B.Discover your purpose
C.It’s important to have people you can trust.
D.It means the difference between handling pressure and losing your cool.
E.Experiment with different strategies to work through common problems.
F.Use the following strategies as a starting point for your resilience-building journey.
G.Start to improve your health by adding a simple exercise routine into your daily schedule.
【答案】36.F 37.C 38.G 39.B 40.E
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了增强适应性的一些方法。
36.上文“Resilience ( 适应力) is a crucial skill that can help us face the unpredictability of life and thrive in the face of adversity. It can be developed and enhanced over time.(适应力是一项关键技能,可以帮助我们面对生活中的不可预测性,并在逆境中茁壮成长。它可以随着时间的推移而得到发展和增强)”介绍了适应性的好处,下文“Enhance strong relationships(加强牢固的关系)”,“Value physical health(重视身体健康)”和“Develop problem-solving skills(培养解决问题的能力)”提出一些增强适应性的方法,由此可知,空处承上启下,指出有一些方法可以帮助你增强适应性,F项“使用以下策略作为你建设适应性之旅的起点”符合语境。故选F。
37.下文“Having caring, supportive people around you acts as a protective factor during times of crisis.While simply talking about a situation with a friend or loved one won’t make your troubles go away, it allows you to share your feelings, get support, receive positive feedback, and come up with possible solutions to your problems.(在危机时刻,身边有关心和支持你的人会起到保护作用。虽然仅仅与朋友或亲人谈论情况并不能让你的烦恼消失,但它能让你分享自己的感受,获得支持,得到积极的反馈,并想出解决问题的可能方法)”介绍了有值得信赖的人的好处,这说明有值得信赖的人很重要,C项“拥有可以信赖的人很重要”能够引起下文,符合语境。故选C。
38.上文“Your physical well-being significantly impacts your resilience.A healthy body can cope better with stress and recover faster from illness or tiredness.(身体健康会极大地影响你的适应性。健康的身体可以更好地应对压力,更快地从疾病或疲劳中恢复过来)”指出健康的身体对适应性有很大好处,下文“For instance, a 30-minute stroll and a short yoga session are all good choices.By taking care of yourself, you can boost your overall health and resilience and be fully ready to face life’s challenges.(例如,散步 30 分钟和做一小段瑜伽都是不错的选择。通过照顾好自己,你可以提高整体健康和恢复能力,并做好充分准备迎接生活中的挑战)”举例子说明可以在日常生活中进行简单的锻炼以此来改善身体健康,G项“通过在你的日常生活中加入简单的锻炼来开始改善你的健康”能够承上启下,符合语境。故选G。
39.此处是本段小标题,由下文“A sense of purpose can give you direction and motivation, especially during tough times.Consider what goals you have, whether little or large.These goals give a sense of purpose to your life and keep you focused.Write down a list of things you want to accomplish in life.Keep this list in a safe place and evaluate your progress regularly.(目标感可以给你方向和动力,尤其是在困难时期。考虑一下你有什么目标,无论大小。这些目标给你的生活带来目标感,让你保持专注。写下你想在生活中完成的事情的清单。把这份清单放在安全的地方,并定期评估你的进展)”指出要发现自己的目标,B项“发现你的目标”能概括本段内容,符合语境。故选B。
40.上文“Whenever you encounter a new challenge, brainstorm some of the potential ways you could solve the problem.(每当你遇到新的挑战时,集思广益,想出一些可以解决问题的潜在方法)”指出遇到挑战时要集思广益,想出一些可以解决问题的潜在方法,这说明要多尝试不同的策略来解决问题,E项“尝试不同的策略来解决常见问题”能够承接上文,符合语境。故选E。
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(23-24高二下·浙江省宁波五校联盟·期中)
Homeless animals are usually left without a permanent home when their owners give them up or they’re found on the street. With millions of animals living in shelters every year, there aren’t enough people to take them in. 36 If you’d like to help homeless animals, then there are tons of ways to do so.
● Adopt a pet
When you adopt an animal from a shelter or rescue group, you save two lives. 37 , but you’ve made room at the shelter for another homeless cat or dog. There’s nothing more rewarding than adopting a pet who knows what home life is like and has been missing it — until the day you bring that pet home. Adopting truly makes you a hero.
● 28
Whether you like rolling up your sleeves and cleaning cages, socializing with a few of your kitten friends or working with numbers, your skills and interests can make a huge impact on the lives of homeless pets in your community. 38 . Shelters and rescue groups rely on foster (收养的) families to take in dogs and cats on a short-term basis. No matter what you like to do and what you’re good at, there’s a volunteer job for you.
● Donate to the animals
39 . Consider paying it forward by sponsoring (发起) a pet’s adoption or donating food, cleaning supplies, blankets or towels to your local rescue. You can also help animals right from your computer or phone by donating items from the Best Friends Amazon wish list.
A.Volunteer with animals
B.So, many animals don’t get the love and care that they need
C.Host an animal shelter talk at your school or workplace
D.Fostering is a fun way to get lots of helpful hands-on time
E.Not only can you feel good about saving the pet you adopted
F.You’ll find rescue groups for just about any type of pet
G.Whenever you give something to a shelter or a rescue group in your community, you’re helping to save lives
【答案】36.B 37.E 38.A 39.D 40.G
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一些方法帮助无家可归的动物。
36.根据空前“With millions of animals living in shelters every year, there aren’t enough people to take them in.(每年有数百万只动物生活在收容所里,没有足够的人收留它们。)”可知,空前主要介绍了很多动物没有人照顾,故B项“所以,许多动物得不到它们所需要的爱和照顾。”符合,和前文构成因果关系,很多动物在收容所里,因此得不到所需要的爱和照顾,故选B项。
37.根据空后“but you’ve made room at the shelter for another homeless cat or dog.”but you've made room at the shelter for another homeless cat or dog.(而且你在收容所为另一只无家可归的猫或狗腾出了空间。)可知,空后是E项“你不仅能为救你收养的宠物而感到高兴”的顺义承接,not only…but “不仅……而且……”搭配,不仅能为就你收养的宠物而高兴,而且还为另一只无家可归的猫或狗腾出了空间,故选E项。
38.根据空后“Whether you like rolling up your sleeves and cleaning cages, socializing with a few of your kitten friends or working with numbers, your skills and interests can make a huge impact on the lives of homeless pets in your community.(无论你是喜欢卷起袖子打扫笼子,还是喜欢与一些小猫朋友社交,还是喜欢数字工作,你的技能和兴趣都会对你所在社区无家可归宠物的生活产生巨大影响。)”可知,本段主要介绍当志愿者帮助动物,故A项“与动物一起做志愿者”符合,不管你的技能和爱好是什么,都会对你所在的社区的无家可归的宠物生物带来巨大的影响,因此和动物一起做志愿者吧,故选A项。
39.根据空后“Shelters and rescue groups rely on foster (收养的) families to take in dogs and cats on a short-term basis.No matter what you like to do and what you’re good at, there’s a volunteer job for you.(收容所和救援组织依靠寄养家庭短期收留猫狗。无论你喜欢做什么,擅长什么,都有一份志愿者工作适合你。)”可知,这里主要介绍了寄养家庭,故D项“寄养是一种有趣的方式,可以获得大量有益的动手时间”符合,故选D项。
40.根据空前的小标题“Donate to the animals(捐赠给动物)”可知,本段主要介绍向动物捐赠东西,故G项“每当你向社区里的避难所或救援组织捐赠东西时,你就是在帮助拯救生命”符合,故选G项。
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(23-24高二下·浙江省温州市温州十校·期中)
How to ask good questions
Effective communication is vital for all relationship. Learning what questions to ask can improve how you work with team members, your leadership skills, and how you communicate with loved ones. 31
Be a good listener. When someone gives you an answer or explains something to you, pay attention. 36 By focusing on listening, you’ll avoid asking a general question that you should probably know the answer to. When someone else is speaking, make eye contact and use body language such as nodding to show you understand.
Don’t be afraid of your questions. 37 Maybe it’s your first time doing a task, and you want to do it properly. Wrong questions don’t exist —especially if you’ve never done this before. Think about it this way: If you don’t ask your question, you may make some easily avoidable mistakes.
38 Question asking isn’t supposed to be a fast-paced conversation. Pausing to listen between answers gives you time to think about what was said and ask better follow-up questions. Don’t feel pressured to respond quickly. Fast responses can mess with the conversation’s flow. You don’t want to feel rushed or rush others, so learn to give yourself time to think.
Keep your questions short. A long question shows a lack of self-awareness. 39 You may want to provide enough detail in your question, but not too much. The person you’re asking should only have to hear your question once, not three or four times. Focusing on asking open-ended questions in one sentence can still set up a good conversation.
A.Use silence to your advantage.
B.Respond with follow-up questions.
C.It can end up confusing someone more than it should.
D.The key to an effective communication is being a good listener.
E.Here are some tips on how you can start asking better questions.
F.If you’re confused about something, you have every right to ask for clarity.
G.If you don’t listen properly, you may find yourself asking already-answered questions.
【答案】36.E 37.G 38.F 39.A 40.C
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文,主要讲的是如何提出好的问题。
36.空前“Learning what questions to ask can improve how you work with team members, your leadership skills, and how you communicate with loved ones.(学会问什么问题可以提高你与团队成员的合作方式,提高你的领导能力,以及你与亲人的沟通方式。)”说明了学会问问题的好处,由空后每一段的小标题可知,空后在提出一些建议,空格处应该引出这些建议,E选项“Here are some tips on how you can start asking better questions.(这里有一些建议,教你如何开始提出更好的问题。)”引出了空后的提好问题的建议,因此承上启下,符合语境,故选E。
37.空前“When someone gives you an answer or explains something to you, pay attention.(有人给你答案或向你解释某事时,要注意。)”说明了在别人给你答案或解释某事的时候要注意,空格处应该说如果不注意的话会怎么样,G选项“If you don’t listen properly, you may find yourself asking already-answered questions.(如果你没有认真倾听,你可能会发现自己问的是已经回答过的问题。)”说明了如果你不认真听的话会怎么样,因此承接上文,符合语境,故选G。
38.本段主题句是“Don’t be afraid of your questions.(不要害怕你的问题。)”,说明本段是讲不要害怕问问题,空格处也应该是叫你要问问题,F选项“If you’re confused about something, you have every right to ask for clarity.(如果你对某件事感到困惑,你完全有权要求澄清。)”说明当你对某事感到困惑的时候就完全可以问,因此承接上文,符合语境,故选F。
39.空格处是本段主题句,由空后“Question asking isn’t supposed to be a fast-paced conversation.Pausing to listen between answers gives you time to think about what was said and ask better follow-up questions.Don’t feel pressured to respond quickly.Fast responses can mess with the conversation’s flow.You don’t want to feel rushed or rush others, so learn to give yourself time to think.(提问不应该是快节奏的对话。在回答之间停下来听一听,这样你就有时间思考对方说了什么,并提出更好的后续问题。不要觉得有压力要快速回复。快速的回应会扰乱对话的进程。你不想感到匆忙或催促别人,所以要学会给自己时间去思考。)”说明不要急于回答,有时候应该静下来听,A选项“Use silence to your advantage.(让沉默成为你的优势。)”说明要静下来听,概括了本段主要内容,可作为本段主题句,故选A。
40.空前“A long question shows a lack of self-awareness.(问一个很长的问题表明你缺乏自我意识。)”说明了长问题所存在的问题,空格处也应该说长问题的不好之处,C选项“It can end up confusing someone more than it should.(它最终可能会让人感到困惑。)”说明长问题会最终让人困惑,因此承接上文,符合语境,故选C。
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(23-24高二下·浙江省金兰教育合作组织·期中)
Guilty Pleasures?
You might have heard of the expression “a guilty pleasure” — maybe it’s the chocolate bar you buy on the way home from work, or the new clothes that you don’t really need. It comes from the idea that when we treat ourselves, it can sometimes leave us feeling guilty. Perhaps we don’t feel we deserved it, or we don’t think it was a responsible way to spend our money. But should we feel like this? 36
Perhaps not. Psychologists have suggested that buying things for yourself can make you feel better as it provides an opportunity to take control of your situation. 36 It may be that as well as lifting your mood, when you buy a treat, you might just be looking after yourself.
Of course, there are also examples of people turning to destructive behaviour when faced with stressful circumstances. People might spend money that they don’t have at all or turn to some dangerous addictions. 37 Self-indulgence can be reckless and have negative consequences, while self-nurturing is taking responsible decisions to satisfy our needs and take care of ourselves in ways that don’t have a significant impact.
38 Many universities publish guides with advice for coping with exam stress. It’s essential to reflect the difference between self-indulgence and self-nurture. 39 They also suggest doing things that you enjoy much and are good at so that you can feel accomplishment and to avoid things that may make you feel worse afterwards.
So perhaps, as long as we make responsible decisions, we shouldn’t feel guilty about our guilty pleasures.
A.Do we need to have a guilty or clear conscience?
B.Do we really have to feel guilty about treating ourselves?
C.One stress that people may need to deal with is exam stress.
D.Psychologists recommend rewarding yourself for your efforts.
E.So we should keep a balance between self-indulgence and self-nurturing.
F.It can give you social contact and a confidence boost by changing your image.
G.Psychologist Leon Seltzer considers the difference between self-indulgence and self-nurturing.
【答案】36.B 37.F 38.G 39.C 40.D
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是一篇议论文。本文探讨了“罪恶快感”的概念,指出适度的自我奖赏可以提升情绪、增强自信,但应避免过度放纵导致的负面后果。同时,强调了在压力下,通过负责任的自我滋养而非自我放纵,可以更好地照顾自己。
36.根据第一段最后一句“But should we feel like this? (但我们真的需要感到这样吗?)”这句话提出问题,询问我们是否应该对自我奖赏感到内疚。选项B “Do we really have to feel guilty about treating ourselves? (我们真的需要因为奖赏自己而感到内疚吗?) ”承接上文,继续提出问题:我们真的需要因为奖赏自己而感到内疚吗?下文第二段段首“Perhaps not.(也许不是)”对问题进行了回答;由此可知,B选项符合语境。故选B项。
37.上文“Psychologists have suggested that buying things for yourself can make you feel better as it provides an opportunity to take control of your situation.(心理学家建议,为自己购买东西可以让你感觉更好,因为它提供了一个掌控自己处境的机会。)”说明购物可以提升情绪,并且提供掌控感。选项F“It can give you social contact and a confidence boost by changing your image.(它可以通过改变你的形象给你社交接触和自信的提升。) ”进一步阐述了购物对个人形象和自信的积极影响,符合语境。故选F项。
38.上文“People might spend money that they don’t have at all or turn to some dangerous addictions.(当人们可能会花他们根本没有的钱,或者转向一些危险的上瘾。)”提到了人们在压力下可能自我放纵的不健康行为;选项G “Psychologist Leon Seltzer considers the difference between self-indulgence and self-nurturing.(心理学家Leon Seltzer考虑了自我放纵和自我滋养之间的区别。) ”承接上文,指出心理学家Leon Seltzer考虑了自我放纵和自我滋养之间的区别;下文“Self-indulgence can be reckless and have negative consequences, while self-nurturing is taking responsible decisions to satisfy our needs and take care of ourselves in ways that don’t have a significant impact.(自我放纵可能是鲁莽的,会带来负面后果,而自我培养是做出负责任的决定,以满足我们的需求,并以不会产生重大影响的方式照顾好自己。)”承接G选项,详细阐述了自我放纵和自我滋养之间的区别。故选G项。
39.下文“Many universities publish guides with advice for coping with exam stress.(许多大学发布指南,提供应对考试压力的建议。)”提到了大学提供的关于应对考试压力的建议;由此可知,设空处与考试压力有关;选项C“One stress that people may need to deal with is exam stress.(人们可能需要应对的一种压力是考试压力。) ”符合语境,“exam stress”为原词复现。故选C项。
40.下文“They also suggest doing things that you enjoy much and are good at so that you can feel accomplishment and to avoid things that may make you feel worse afterwards.(他们还建议做你非常喜欢并且擅长的事情,这样你可以感到成就,并且避免之后可能让你感觉更糟的事情。)”指出,他们也建议做喜欢或擅长的事情来获得成就感,结合句中“also”可知,设空处是一个关于自我滋养的建议;选项D “Psychologists recommend rewarding yourself for your efforts.(心理学家建议奖励自己的努力。)”符合语境,下文中的代词“They”指代选项中的“Psychologists”。故选D项。
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(23-24高二下·浙江省七彩阳光新高考研究联盟·期中)
How do I get to know a person’s character?
If you are trying to assess a person’s character, make sure you do not rely heavily on factors that can be misleading. 36 . Also, pay attention to his attitude to distinguish how it impacts his life.
Whether or not a person is honest says a lot about his character. Observe the person’s conversations and try to determine how often, if at all, he tells lies. To some degree, the types of lies he may tell and his motives for doing so matter. 37 .
The level of commitment a person displays indicates the type of character he has. “Commitment” often causes people to instantly think of intimate (亲密的) relationships. 38 . It is important, however, to remember that there are many other things in life that may require commitment and the level that is displayed in these instances also says a lot about a person.
39 . This includes both people he knows and people he does not know. It may be difficult to actually see how he treats different types of people if you only encounter him in a single environment. It is often possible, however, to get some idea of his manner of interaction through conversation.
When you are trying to assess someone’s character, remember that it consists of qualities and habits that form his identity. 40 . While these things may provide some insight into a person’s personality, they are often weaker indicators of a person’s character than other factors.
A.This includes factors such as manner of dress or the actions of family members.
B.You can tell a lot about a person’s character by observing how he treats other people.
C.It also counts whether or not he thinks truthfulness is an important quality.
D.Instead, observe the individual’s ability to tell the truth and to commit.
E.Some people generally have a negative view while others may try to be positive even in difficult situations.
F.Whether a person can choose one partner and respect the vows (誓言) and agreements made between them is usually an indication.
G.Attitude can affect many aspects of a person’s life, including how hard he works and his ability to be supportive of others.
【答案】36.D 37.C 38.F 39.B 40.A
【解析】
【语篇导读】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了如何评估一个人的性格,给出了具体的方法和建议。
36.根据上文“If you are trying to assess a person’s character, make sure you do not rely heavily on factors that can be misleading.(如果你试图评估一个人的性格,确保你没有过多地依赖可能会误导人的因素)”以及后文“Also, pay attention to his attitude to distinguish how it impacts his life.(同时,注意他的态度,以区分它如何影响他的生活)”可知,上文提到了注意误导人判断性格的因素,下文提到评估一个人性格的方法;由此可知,设空处为过渡句,说明如何评估一个人性格的方式。D选项“相反,观察个人说真话和承诺的能力”与上文构成转折,且提出了评估一个人性格的方式,符合语境。故选D。
37.根据上文“Whether or not a person is honest says a lot about his character.Observe the person’s conversations and try to determine how often, if at all, he tells lies.To some degree, the types of lies he may tell and his motives for doing so matter.(一个人是否诚实在很大程度上反映了他的性格。观察这个人的谈话,试着确定他说谎的频率,如果有的话。在某种程度上,他可能会说的谎言类型和他这样做的动机很重要)”可知,本段主要关于如何判断一个人是否诚实,C选项中“truthfulness”对应上文“honest”;C选项“他是否认为诚实是一种重要的品质也很重要”符合语境,故选C。
38.根据上文“The level of commitment a person displays indicates the type of character he has.“Commitment” often causes people to instantly think of intimate (亲密的) relationships.(一个人表现出的承诺程度表明了他的性格类型。‘承诺’一词通常会让人们立刻联想到亲密关系)”可知,本句承接上文,说明如何通过亲密关系评估对方的性格。F选项“一个人是否能选择一个伴侣并尊重他们之间的誓言和协议通常是一个指标”符合语境,故选F。
39.根据后文“This includes both people he knows and people he does not know.It may be difficult to actually see how he treats different types of people if you only encounter him in a single environment.It is often possible, however, to get some idea of his manner of interaction through conversation.(这包括他认识的人和他不认识的人。如果你只是在一个单一的环境中遇到他,你可能很难真正看到他是如何对待不同类型的人的。然而,通过谈话,往往可以对他的互动方式有所了解)”可知,本段给出的建议是,通过一个人如何对待他人来了解他的性格。B选项“你可以通过观察一个人如何对待别人来了解他的性格”符合语境,故选B。
40.根据上文“When you are trying to assess someone’s character, remember that it consists of qualities and habits that form his identity.(当你试着评价一个人的性格时,记住它是由构成他身份的品质和习惯组成的)”可知,本句主要承接上文,具体解释身份的品质包含哪些方面。A选项“这包括诸如衣着方式或家庭成员的行为等因素”符合语境,故选A。
(十)
(23-24高二下·浙江省浙南名校·期中)
Choosing artwork can feel like an exhausting task if you have no idea where to start and you can end up staring at a blank wall waiting for that enlightening moment. From traditional landscapes to family photos, the options are endless. 46
Look for inspiration in interiors magazines, as well as online, and visit independent stores to figure out what styles appeal to you. There are no set rules when it comes to artwork preferences. 36 Then, make space for it on your walls.
Depending on your budget, there are different places you can begin your search for artwork. 37 The Affordable Art Fair, for example, features work by a wide range of artists, with pieces that won’t cost the earth. If you prefer prints (which are often more affordable in comparison), take a look at high street shops. Alternatively, many online ones are offering printable designs that you download and print yourself at home.
38 Typographic prints will inject the space with a sense of fun and a cool, contemporary feel. Black and white photography, on the other hand, can stimulate a more depressing atmosphere. The colours used in the piece will also be something to consider — greens and blues have comforting properties so are mild for a bedroom. Bolder and brighter tones, on the contrary, suit dynamic areas better.
Once you’ve chosen your artwork, it’s time to think about how best to showcase it around your home. Gallery walls are a popular way if you want to create a central point. 39 By the way, you can add vases and potted plants to create another dimension.
A.So, how to choose artwork for your home?
B.Don’t be afraid of mixing together different styles.
C.Picture ledges, or small shelves, are also an ideal choice.
D.Trust your feeling if something makes you stop, smile or think.
E.Art fairs are a great place to dive in, even if just for inspiration.
F.Apart from the style of your chosen artwork, the size of it also needs to be considered.
G.The type of artwork you choose can set the tone of a room and greatly impact the mood.
【答案】36.A 37.D 38.E 39.G 40.C
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是说明文。介绍如何为你的家选择艺术品。
36.分析设空,位于首段段尾,应是引出本文主题,根据前文“Choosing artwork can feel like an exhausting task if you have no idea where to start and you can end up staring at a blank wall waiting for that enlightening moment.From traditional landscapes to family photos, the options are endless.(如果你不知道从哪里开始选择艺术品,你可能会觉得这是一项令人筋疲力尽的任务,你可能会盯着空白的墙壁等待那个有启发性的时刻。从传统的风景到家庭照片,选择是无穷无尽的)”可知,本文主要讲述了,如何为你的家选择艺术品,所以A项“So, how to choose artwork for your home?(那么,如何为你的家选择艺术品呢?)”符合文意,和前文构成因果关系,并引出本文主题。故选A项。
37.根据前文“Look for inspiration in interiors magazines, as well as online, and visit independent stores to figure out what styles appeal to you.There are no set rules when it comes to artwork preferences.(在室内杂志和网上寻找灵感,并参观独立的商店,找出吸引你的风格。对于美术作品的偏好并没有固定的规则)”可知,本段讲述了通过自己的直觉去选择艺术品,所以D项“Trust your feeling if something makes you stop, smile or think.(如果某件事让你停下来、微笑或思考,相信你的感觉)”可知,是对前文的解释,符合文意。故选D项。
38.根据前文“Depending on your budget, there are different places you can begin your search for artwork.(根据你的预算,你可以从不同的地方开始寻找艺术品)”以及后文“The Affordable Art Fair, for example, features work by a wide range of artists, with pieces that won’t cost the earth.(例如,“平价艺术博览会”(Affordable Art Fair)展出了众多艺术家的作品,其中一些作品不会花很多钱)”可知,前文讲述根据预算去不同的地方寻找艺术品,后文进行了举例,所以空处应是提出具体地方,所以E项“Art fairs are a great place to dive in, even if just for inspiration.(艺术博览会是一个很好的地方,即使只是为了寻找灵感)”符合文意,Art fair为同词复现。故选E项。
39.分析设空,位于段首,是本段的中心句,根据后文“Typographic prints will inject the space with a sense of fun and a cool, contemporary feel.Black and white photography, on the other hand, can stimulate a more depressing atmosphere.The colours used in the piece will also be something to consider—greens and blues have comforting properties so are mild for a bedroom.Bolder and brighter tones, on the contrary, suit dynamic areas better.(排版印刷将注入空间的乐趣和凉爽,当代的感觉。另一方面,黑白摄影可以激发一种更压抑的气氛。这件作品中使用的颜色也需要考虑——绿色和蓝色具有舒适的特性,因此对于卧室来说是温和的。相反,大胆和明亮的色调更适合动态区域)”可知,本段主要讲述了通过空间基调来选择艺术品,所以G项“The type of artwork you choose can set the tone of a room and greatly impact the mood.(你选择的艺术品类型可以设定一个房间的基调,并极大地影响情绪)”符合文意,是本段中心句。故选G项。
40.根据前文“Once you’ve chosen your artwork, it’s time to think about how best to showcase it around your home.Gallery walls are a popular way if you want to create a central point.(一旦你选择了你的艺术品,是时候考虑如何最好地在家里展示它了。如果你想创造一个中心点,画廊墙是一种流行的方式)”可知,此处在讲述选好艺术品后,如何展示,所以C项“Picture ledges, or small shelves, are also an ideal choice.(画架或小架子也是理想的选择)”符合此处主题。故选C项。
(十一)
(23-24高二下·浙江省A9协作体·期中)
Ways To Unlock Your Inner Motivation
Do you start something and then leave it midway? Do you also feel an enthusiastic rush at the beginning of new things but lose motivation after some time? Don’t worry! 36 They can be the stepping stones in your journey to achieve your dreams.
Set a “SMART” goal. Goal setting is always the first step but what is the true essence of a goal? Can it be considered a goal to write a 50,000-word book in one day? Your goal has to be “SMART” — specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound. Setting a “SMART” goal will help you clarify what you are trying to achieve, and how you have to divide your time to achieve it. 52
37 We all have that one Why inside of us that pushes us to work hard and reminds us where we have to go. 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.
Share your goal. 38 In that way, they can help you stay motivated by reminding you of what you want. Your partner can be anyone you trust but remember, be very wise while selecting them because you are only as good as the company you keep.
Visualize your success. This is a mental exercise. Along the way, keep visualizing your success. 39 Keep a record of everything that you do. You can write it in your journal and you can also record your next steps. Tracking your goals fuels motivation.
A.Act on your reminder.
B.Identify your inner source.
C.Get a partner to tell them what you want to achieve.
D.Having a taste of it will help you stay hungry for more.
E.Creating a visual representation board can be really helpful.
F.It will tell you whether your goal is re levant and achievable or not.
G.I will explain some important ways that help to keep my motivation.
【答案】36.G 37.F 38.B 39.C 40.D
【解析】
【语篇导读】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一些解锁你内心动力的方法。
36.根据上文“Do you start something and then leave it midway? Do you also feel an enthusiastic rush at the beginning of new things but lose motivation after some time? Don’t worry!(你是不是开始做一件事,然后半途而废?你是否也曾在新事物开始时感到热情高涨,但过了一段时间就失去动力了?别担心!)”可知,上文提到了失去动力,半途而废的情况,且提到了别担心;由此可知是有办法可以解决,作者将介绍一些方法。故G选项“我将解释一些帮助保持动力的重要方法”符合语境,故选G。
37.根据上文“Set a “SMART” goal.Goal setting is always the first step but what is the true essence of a goal? Can it be considered a goal to write a 50,000-word book in one day? Your goal has to be “SMART”—specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound.Setting a “SMART” goal will help you clarify what you are trying to achieve, and how you have to divide your time to achieve it.(设定一个‘聪明’的目标。设定目标总是第一步,但目标的真正本质是什么呢?一天写一本5万字的书可以算是一个目标吗?你的目标必须是‘聪明的’——具体的、可衡量的、可实现的、相关的和有时间限制的。设定一个‘聪明’的目标将帮助你明确你想要达到的目标,以及你必须如何分配时间来实现它)”可知,本句承接上文,继续说明设置“聪明”目标的作用,F选项“它会告诉你,你的目标是否相关,是否可以实现”符合语境,选项中It指代上文“Setting a “SMART” goal”。故选F。
38.根据后文“We all have that one Why inside of us that pushes us to work hard and reminds us where we have to go.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.(我们内心都有一个‘为什么’,它推动我们努力工作,提醒我们要去哪里。它可以是任何事情,比如财务自由,试图证明自己,想要产生影响,或者只是在生活中拥有一些有意义的东西。找到你的‘为什么’会帮助你在更深层次上与你的目标联系起来)”可知,后文提到了内心的“为什么”推动我们努力工作,建议找到你的“为什么”会帮助你在更深层次上与你的目标联系起来,即从内心从发寻找动力。B选项“认清你内心的本源”符合语境,故选B。
39.根据上文“Share your goal.(分享你的目标)”以及后文“In that way, they can help you stay motivated by reminding you of what you want.Your partner can be anyone you trust but remember, be very wise while selecting them because you are only as good as the company you keep.(这样,他们可以通过提醒你想要什么来帮助你保持动力。你的伴侣可以是任何你信任的人,但记住,在选择他们的时候要非常明智,因为你只有和你的同伴在一起才会很好)”可知,本句主要说明通过和其他人分享,来达成目标。C选项“让一个伙伴告诉他们你想要达到的目标”符合语境,故选C。
40.根据上文“Visualize your success.This is a mental exercise.Along the way, keep visualizing your success.(想象你的成功。这是一种脑力锻炼。在这个过程中,不断想象你的成功)”以及后文“Keep a record of everything that you do.You can write it in your journal and you can also record your next steps.Tracking your goals fuels motivation.(把你所做的每件事都记录下来。你可以把它写在日记里,也可以记录下你的下一步。跟踪你的目标可以激发动力)”可知,上文建议想象成功,推测本句承接上文,说明这么做的作用。D选项“尝一尝会让你更渴望”指想象一下成功会让你更想获得成功,符合语境,故选D。
(十二)
(23-24高二下·浙江省G5联盟·期中)
Maximalism, as a design aesthetic (审美), is rooted in cultural shifts throughout history. In the mid-20th century, minimalism dominated social aesthetic, which laid great emphasis on the idea of less was more. In the late 1960s, postmodernism challenged the ideas of minimalism and embraced a more playful approach to design. 36 During the 1980s, maximalism reached its peak and continued to evolve in the following decades.
Today, maximalism has become a noticeable design style characterized by celebrating individuality,embracing the unexpected, and creating st unning and expressive spaces. 37 They hold that maximalism can make homes blossom into spaces that radiate with warmth and joy, and reflect the personalities and tastes of everyone in the house.
38 Even hallways can be turned into gallery-like spaces with unique art collections, vibrant wall coverings that enhance visual impact. Mirrors, if strategically placed, can add to the pleasant feel of a space that could otherwise be a boring passage.
The living room unfolds with patterns and decor items, creating a dynamic and cozy atmosphere which is all about individuality and comfort. 39 A combination of decoration items such as sculptures, vases, and books are also on display.
Breaking free from regular kitchen aesthetics, maximalism transforms kitchens into exciting and inspiring environments. Using unexpected kitchen lighting options can add some home atmosphere. 60
As an interior (室内的) stylist, I encourage you to get the best from your home and the possessions you already have by displaying what you love most. This will spark joy everywhere you look, and this concept is at the heart of maximalism.
A.Delicate table lamps may work well.
B.Your home should be a celebration of all you are.
C.Many interior designers are advocates of maximalism.
D.Maximalism breathes life into often-overlooked corners.
E.You can find a variety of ways to bring it into your home, too.
F.Maximalism emerged as a reaction against the idea of simplicity.
G.There is a mix of different patterns through throw pillows and curtains.
【答案】36.F 37.C 38.D 39.G 40.A
【解析】
【语篇导读】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了极繁主义的概念以及如何应用。
36.根据上文“Maximalism, as a design aesthetic (审美), is rooted in cultural shifts throughout history.In the mid-20th century, minimalism dominated social aesthetic, which laid great emphasis on the idea of less was more.In the late 1960s, postmodernism challenged the ideas of minimalism and embraced a more playful approach to design.(极繁主义作为一种设计美学,植根于历史上的文化变迁。20世纪中期,极简主义主导了社会美学,强调“少即是多”。在20世纪60年代后期,后现代主义挑战了极简主义的思想,并采用了一种更有趣的设计方法)”以及后文“During the 1980s, maximalism reached its peak and continued to evolve in the following decades.(在20世纪80年代,极繁主义达到了顶峰,并在接下来的几十年里继续发展)”可知,后文提到了极繁主义达到顶峰,可知本句是在说明极繁主义的出现,故F选项“极繁主义的出现是对简约思想的一种反抗”符合语境,故选F。
37.根据上文“Today, maximalism has become a noticeable design style characterized by celebrating individuality, embracing the unexpected, and creating stunning and expressive spaces.(如今,极繁主义已经成为一种引人注目的设计风格,其特点是崇尚个性,拥抱意外,创造令人惊叹和富有表现力的空间)”以及后文“They hold that maximalism can make homes blossom into spaces that radiate with warmth and joy, and reflect the personalities and tastes of everyone in the house.(他们认为,极繁主义可以使家庭绽放出温暖和喜悦的空间,并反映出房子里每个人的个性和品味)”可知,后文提到了一些人对极繁主义的看法,可知本句是在说明后文They指代的对象,故C选项“许多室内设计师是极繁主义的倡导者”符合语境,故选C。
38.根据本段内容“Even hallways can be turned into gallery-like spaces with unique art collections, vibrant wall coverings that enhance visual impact.Mirrors, if strategically placed, can add to the pleasant feel of a space that could otherwise be a boring passage.(甚至走廊也可以变成画廊般的空间,拥有独特的艺术收藏品,充满活力的墙壁覆盖物可以增强视觉冲击力。镜子,如果有策略地放置,可以增加一个空间的愉悦感,否则可能是一个无聊的通道)”可知,后文提到了可能会让人感到无聊的走廊和墙壁,讲的是房间的角落布置,故D选项“极繁主义为经常被忽视的角落注入生命”符合语境,故选D。
39.根据上文“The living room unfolds with patterns and decor items, creating a dynamic and cozy atmosphere which is all about individuality and comfort.(客厅以图案和装饰项目展开,创造了一个充满活力和舒适的氛围,这一切都是关于个性和舒适)”以及后文“A combination of decoration items such as sculptures, vases, and books are also on display.(雕塑、花瓶、书籍等装饰品也在展览中)”可知,本段主要说明了客厅以图案和装饰项目展开,G选项中patterns对应上文patterns。故G选项“通过抱枕和窗帘可以看到不同的图案”符合语境,故选G。
40.根据上文“Breaking free from regular kitchen aesthetics, maximalism transforms kitchens into exciting and inspiring environments.Using unexpected kitchen lighting options can add some home atmosphere.(打破常规的厨房美学,极繁主义将厨房变成令人兴奋和鼓舞人心的环境。使用意想不到的厨房照明可以增加一些家庭氛围)”可知,上文提到了厨房照明,本句为本段最后一句,A选项中table lamps对应上文lighting。故A选项“精致的台灯可能效果很好”符合语境,故选A。
(十三)
(23-24高二下·浙江省三锋联盟·期中)
Getting up early is actually the secret to the success of many people. 61
It may improve your cognitive (认知的) function.
People who get up early in the morning can concentrate better, are more attentive, and stay energized throughout the day. 36 Therefore, focusing on important tasks earlier will allow you to make better decisions than people who work later. A 2010 Harvard University study found that morning people have better problem-solving skills, get better grades in school, and land higher-paying jobs.
It helps you sleep better.
Waking up early makes going to bed earlier easier and helps you get consistent sleep and wake time. 37 Getting adequate sleep may lower your blood pressure, boost your mood, as well as improve your brain function. People who tend to be night owls are more likely to feel tired and develop sleep disorders.
It gives you more time to eat breakfast.
38 After all, food is the fuel people need to feel energized and ready to face the world. Just drinking a cup of coffee at the drive-through will not give you what you need. Enjoy a nutritious breakfast of health y bread rolls or yogurt and fruit to start your day off right.
It gives you more time for yourself.
Waking up early allows you to watch the sunrise and have quiet time at home. Self-care is vitally important, so take this time to enjoy your coffee, take your dog for a long walk, write your shopping list, or just take some extra me time. People generally think it is difficult to get more time for themselves. 65
A.Try going to the gym or running first in the morning.
B.People’s brains are more alert (灵敏的) in the morning.
C.Nothing starts a day better than eating a healthy breakfast.
D.This helps to regulate your body clock and leads to better sleep.
E.Check out these four good reasons to wake up early in the morning.
F.Here are four methods that will help you start your day feeling relaxed.
G.However, setting your alarm clock earlier will give you the gift of extra time.
【答案】36.E 37.B 38.D 39.C 40.G
【解析】
【语篇导读】这是一篇说明文。文章主要论述了四个早起的理由。
36.根据上文“Getting up early is actually the secret to the success of many people.(早起其实是很多人成功的秘诀)”结合后文论述了早起的四个理由,故E选项“看看这四个早起的好理由”符合语境,故选E。
37.根据上文“People who get up early in the morning can concentrate better, are more attentive, and stay energized throughout the day.(早起的人可以更好地集中注意力,更专注,一整天都保持精力充沛)”可知,上文提到早起的人注意力更集中,说明大脑在早上更加灵敏,故B选项“人们的大脑在早上更灵敏”符合语境,故选B。
38.根据上文“Waking up early makes going to bed earlier easier and helps you get consistent sleep and wake time.(早起可以让你更容易早睡,帮助你获得一致的睡眠和醒来时间)”以及后文“Getting adequate sleep may lower your blood pressure, boost your mood, as well as improve your brain function.People who tend to be night owls are more likely to feel tired and develop sleep disorders.(充足的睡眠可以降低你的血压,改善你的情绪,以及改善你的大脑功能。夜猫子的人更容易感到疲劳,患上睡眠障碍)”可知,上文提到了早起帮助你获得一致的睡眠和醒来时间,后文提到了充足睡眠的好处,可知本句承接上文,继续说明早起带来的好处,故D选项“这有助于调节你的生物钟,从而获得更好的睡眠”符合语境,故选D。
39.根据后文“After all, food is the fuel people need to feel energized and ready to face the world.Just drinking a cup of coffee at the drive-through will not give you what you need.Enjoy a nutritious breakfast of health y bread rolls or yogurt and fruit to start your day off right.(毕竟,食物是人们感到精力充沛、准备好面对世界所需要的燃料。仅仅在汽车餐厅喝杯咖啡并不能满足你的需要。享受一顿营养丰富的早餐,健康的面包卷或酸奶和水果,开始你的一天)”可知,后文主要论述了早起可以更好地享受早餐。故C选项“没有什么比吃一顿健康的早餐更好的开始新的一天了”符合语境,故选C。
40.根据上文“Waking up early allows you to watch the sunrise and have quiet time at home.Self-care is vitally important, so take this time to enjoy your coffee, take your dog for a long walk, write your shopping list, or just take some extra me time.People generally think it is difficult to get more time for themselves.(早起可以让你看日出,在家里有一段安静的时间。自我照顾是非常重要的,所以利用这段时间来享受你的咖啡,带你的狗去散步,写你的购物清单,或者只是给自己一些额外的时间。人们普遍认为很难为自己争取更多的时间)”可知,本句与上文构成转折,上文提到人们难以为自己争取更多时间,可知本句是在说明早起可以获得更多时间。故G选项“然而,把闹钟调早一点会给你额外的时间”符合语境,故选G。
(十三)
(23-24高二下·浙江省浙里特色联盟·期中)
Some people only exercise self-discipline in the parts of their lives they think as necessities — such as turning up to work on time and getting the job done. But self-discipline is a skill that can be applied to every aspect of life. And the benefits can be great. 36 .
It will help you reach your full potential
When you have self-discipline, you are able to push yourself to achieve things you never thought possible. You set high standards for yourself and then work hard to meet them. 37 . It can also help you feel proud of yourself and your accomplishments. Ultimately, it can help you be the best you can be in all aspects of your life.
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Self-discipline can help you get more done in less time. When you have self-discipline, you are less likely to waste time on things that are not important. This means you can use your time more effectively and get more done. This can lead to greater productivity at work, at home, and in your personal life.
It will help you be healthier
Self-discipline can also help you live a healthier life. When you have self-discipline, you are more likely to make healthy choices and stick to them. This means you will be less likely to overeat, smoke, or engage in other unhealthy behaviors. 39 . All of these things can lead to better physical and mental health.
It will help you be happier
Last but not least, self-discipline can help you be happier. When you have self-discipline, you are less likely to engage in self-destructive behaviors. 40 . This can lead to a greater sense of happiness and wellbeing.
So, as you can see, self-discipline can improve your whole life. If you want to be more successful, productive, and happier, then start working on your self-discipline today.
A.It will help you finish work on time.
B.It will help you be more productive.
C.Here’s how self-discipline can improve all aspects of your life.
D.This can lead to personal and professional success.
E.This is because you are less likely to give up when things get tough.
F.This means you will be more likely to focus on the positive and enjoy your life.
G.It can also mean you are more likely to exercise regularly.
【答案】36.C 37.D 38.B 39.G 40.F
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是一篇议论文。文章围绕“自律”这一主题,列举了自律在个人生活中的重要性以及带来的益处。
36.根据上文“But self-discipline is a skill that can be applied to every aspect of life.And the benefits can be great.(但自律是一种可以应用于生活各个方面的技能。而且好处可以很大。)”可知,自律有很多好处。而下文则从不同方面讲述了自律的好处。选项C“Here’s how self-discipline can improve all aspects of your life.(以下是自律如何改善你生活的方方面面。)”承上启下,承接上文说明自律有很多好处,同时引出下文自律具体的好处。故选C。
37.根据空前内容“When you have self-discipline, you are able to push yourself to achieve things you never thought possible.You set high standards for yourself and then work hard to meet them.(当你有自律的时候,你就能强迫自己去实现你从未想过的事情。你为自己设定了很高的标准,然后努力工作以达到这些标准。)”可知,当一个人自律的时候,就会为自己设定很高的标准,然后努力达到这些标准。选项D“This can lead to personal and professional success.(这会带来个人和职业上的成功。)”是上文的自然延续,指的是当我们为自己设定很高的标准并为此而努力的时候,我们就会拥有个人和职业上的成功。故选D。
38.空处为小标题,为本段的主要内容。根据下文“Self-discipline can help you get more done in less time.When you have self-discipline, you are less likely to waste time on things that are not important.This means you can use your time more effectively and get more done.This can lead to greater productivity at work, at home, and in your personal life.(自律可以帮助你在更短的时间内完成更多的事情。当你有自律的时候,你就不太可能把时间浪费在不重要的事情上。这意味着你可以更有效地利用时间,完成更多的工作。这可以提高工作、家庭和个人生活的效率。)”可知,本段主要讲述的是 自律可以让我们在更短的时间内完成更多的事情,也就是说,自律会让我们更有效率。选项B“It will help you be more productive.(这会让你更有效率。)”能够概括本段主旨,是本段内容的总结,适合作为小标题。故选B。
39.根据上文内容“Self-discipline can also help you live a healthier life.When you have self-discipline, you are more likely to make healthy choices and stick to them.This means you will be less likely to overeat, smoke, or engage in other unhealthy behaviors.(自律也能帮助你过上更健康的生活。当你有自律时,你更有可能做出健康的选择并坚持下去。这意味着你不太可能暴饮暴食、吸烟或从事其他不健康的行为。)”可知,自律可以让我们做出健康的选择。选项G“It can also mean you are more likely to exercise regularly.(这也意味着你更有可能经常锻炼。)”与上文内容相符,指的是自律会让我们经常锻炼,这也是健康的选择。故选G。
40.根据上文“When you have self- discipline, you are less likely to engage in self-destructive behaviors.(当你有自律时,你就不太可能从事自我毁灭的行为。)”可知,当一个人自律的时候就不会做出自我毁灭的行为。选项F“This means you will be more likely to focus on the positive and enjoy your life.(这意味着你将更有可能关注积极的一面,享受你的生活。)”是上文内容的自然延续,指的是当我们自律的时候就不会做出自我毁灭的行为,从而更有可能关注积极的一面,享受生活。故选F。
(十四)
(23-24高二下·浙江省杭州地区(含周边)重点中学期中)
On hearing the word vacation, most people react positively. Experienced travelers will argue that more important than where they go on vacation is who they go with. 71
Family travel is special and creates lasting memories, but it can also have some challenges. For one, the success of a trip often depends on the relationships that the family members have with one another. If two brothers do not get along at home, the chances are that they will fight during a vacation. 36 If a family is traveling by air, purchasing plane tickets for everyone can be very expensive.
37 Close friends often have similar personalities, so they generally get along with each other and fight less than family members might on a trip. Furthermore, if friends are close, even a terrible trip will not ruin the friendship. 38 All in all, traveling with friends can be a positive experience that results in a great vacation and, likely, a stronger friendship.
Finally, people can choose to travel alone. Solo travelers can be more flexible with transportation than those traveling in a large group. 39 And they also have better chances of getting a seat on buses or planes since they only need one. In addition, solo travelers are more likely to meet locals or other vacationers because they are more likely to want to talk with others.
A.They can change plans more easily.
B.Each person tends to cover his or her individual expenses.
C.Another potential problem of family travel is transportation.
D.Sightseeing and scheduling are not a problem for solo travelers.
E.In fact, friendships are often strengthened with the travel memories.
F.Traveling with friends can be an unforgettable experience for several reasons.
G.Vacations can be classified on the basis of who vacationers choose to travel with.
【答案】36.G 37.C 38.F 39.E 40.A
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文,主要讲的是旅行时选择与谁同行的重要性,并比较了与家人、朋友以及独自旅行的不同体验。
36.空前“Experienced travelers will argue that more important than where they go on vacation is who they go with.(有经验的旅行者会说,和谁一起去度假比去哪里更重要。)”说明有经验的旅行者认为和谁一起去度假比去哪里更重要,空格处内容应该与“和谁一起去度假”有关,G选项“Vacations can be classified on the basis of who vacationers choose to travel with.(假期可以根据度假者选择和谁一起旅行来分类。)”说明了假期可以根据度假者选择和谁一起旅行来分类,是跟“和谁一起去度假”有关的内容,因此承接上文,符合语境,故选G。
37.空前“For one, the success of a trip often depends on the relationships that the family members have with one another.(首先,旅行的成功往往取决于家庭成员彼此之间的关系。)”说明了旅行成功首先是取决于家庭成员彼此之间的关系,空格处应该说另一个问题,空后“If a family is traveling by air, purchasing plane tickets for everyone can be very expensive.(如果一个家庭乘飞机旅行,为每个人购买机票可能会非常昂贵。)”说明的是交通方面的问题,因此空格处应该引出交通这个问题,C选项“Another potential problem of family travel is transportation.(家庭旅行的另一个潜在问题是交通。)”说明了家庭的另一个潜在问题是交通,既和前面的“For one”相承接,也引出了下文的交通问题,因此承上启下,符合语境,故选C。
38.空后“Close friends often have similar personalities, so they generally get along with each other and fight less than family members might on a trip.Furthermore, if friends are close, even a terrible trip will not ruin the friendship.(亲密的朋友往往有相似的性格,所以他们通常会相处得很好,比家庭成员在旅行中打架要少。此外,如果朋友是亲密的,即使一次可怕的旅行也不会破坏友谊。)”说明了和朋友一起出去旅游是很好的,空格处应该引出“和朋友出去旅游”这个话题,F选项“Traveling with friends can be an unforgettable experience for several reasons.(和朋友一起旅行可能是一次难忘的经历,原因有几个。)”引出了和朋友出去旅游这个话题,说明了和朋友出去旅游是难忘的,因此引出下文,符合语境,故选F。
39.空前“Furthermore, if friends are close, even a terrible trip will not ruin the friendship.(此外,如果朋友是亲密的,即使一次可怕的旅行也不会破坏友谊。)”说明了如果和亲密的朋友出去旅游,即使是可怕的旅游也不会破坏友谊,空格处应该继续这个话题,说可怕的旅游不会破坏友谊,却会给友谊带来好处,E选项“In fact, friendships are often strengthened with the travel memories.(事实上,友谊往往会随着旅行的回忆而加强。)”说明了友谊会随着旅行的回忆加强,说明了旅游给友谊带来的好处,因此承接上文,符合语境,故选E。
40.空前“Solo travelers can be more flexible with transportation than those traveling in a large group.(独自旅行的人在选择交通工具方面比跟团旅行的人更灵活。)”说明了独自旅行在选择交通工具方面比跟团旅行的人更灵活,空格处应该说明灵活体现在什么方面,A选项“They can change plans more easily.(他们可以更容易地改变计划。)”说明了他们可以更容易地改变计划,体现了灵活性,因此承接上文,符合语境,故选A。
(十五)
(23-24高二下·浙江省台金七校·期中)
Life presents challenges at every stage, leading to inevitable stress. Developing coping abilities and maintaining a positive mindset can greatly benefit emotional, mental, and physical well-being. 36 Exercise and stretch.
When teenagers carry a lot of stress, it can create significant muscle tension within the body. Stretching and yoga, especially, will help to relieve this physical strain and provide a sense of release. Though, any type of exercise will do the trick, like jogging, stretching, weight training, etc.Listen to music.
Sometimes a walk outdoors with a soothing playlist is the best remedy (治疗法) to stress. 37 Listening to music will facilitate positive thoughts, social skills, and a sense of peace when stressed. Essentially, chill songs with a gentle melody will help to slow down a racing mind and heartbeat.Talk to someone.
Believe it or not, complaining can have a positive impact on mental health. 38 Teens can choose to talk to a close friend, teacher, or another family member. As long as they’re talking about what’s on their mind and what’s stressing them out, the chances are they will feel like a load is lifted off their shoulders afterward. 79
Sleep and stress are directly related. When dealing with a particularly difficult situation, it can get in the way of a good night’s sleep. People who tend to internalize (内化) emotions may struggle to unwind, resulting in increased stress and sleeplessness. Learning to relax can manage stress at night.Maintain healthy eating habits.
Stress or emotional eating is a behavior a teen may experience during times of increased stress. But it’s contributing to a greater harmful cycle. 39 Instead, kids should focus on enjoying food and eating because they’re hungry, not because they’re stressed or overwhelmed.
A.Luckily, teens love their music.
B.Get 8 hours of sleep every night.
C.It is natural for teens to listen to music.
D.Certainly, solutions are available to most of us in theory.
E.Parents aren’t the only people they can pour out their heart to.
F.Overeating to deal with feelings of stress can lead to guilt or shame afterward.
G.However, in a world that’s widely overwhelming, doing so is easier said than done.
【答案】36.G 37.A 38.E 39.B 40.F
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了五种缓解青少年压力的方法:运动、听音乐、倾诉、保证睡眠和保持健康饮食习惯。
36.前文“Life presents challenges at every stage, leading to inevitable stress.Developing coping abilities and maintaining a positive mindset can greatly benefit emotional, mental, and physical well-being.(生活的每个阶段都有挑战,压力不可避免。发展应对能力和保持积极的心态可以极大地有益于情感、精神和身体健康)”提到通过发展应对能力和保持积极的心态来处理压力,后文具体介绍了处理的方法,因此G项“However, in a world that’s widely overwhelming, doing so is easier said than done.(然而,在一个普遍令人不知所措的世界里,这样做说起来容易做起来难)”符合语境,对该做法做出评价,和前文构成转折,为后文的方法做铺垫,其中的doing so指代前文提到的Developing coping abilities and maintaining a positive mindset。故选G。
37.前文“Sometimes a walk outdoors with a soothing playlist is the best remedy (治疗法) to stress.(有时候,在户外散步,听着舒缓的音乐是缓解压力的最好方法)”提到户外散步时听音乐是缓解压力的好方法,后文“Listening to music will facilitate positive thoughts, social skills, and a sense of peace when stressed.(听音乐可以促进积极的想法,社交技巧,以及在压力下的平静感)”说明听音乐的具体作用,因此A项“Luckily, teens love their music.(幸运的是,青少年喜欢他们的音乐)”符合语境,说明青少年是喜欢音乐的,为前文的论断提供了支撑,过渡到后文。故选A。
38.前文“Believe it or not, complaining can have a positive impact on mental health.(信不信由你,抱怨对心理健康有积极的影响)”指出抱怨有利于心理健康,后文“Teens can choose to talk to a close friend, teacher, or another family member.(青少年可以选择与亲密的朋友、老师或其他家庭成员交谈)”为青少年推荐倾诉的对象,因此E项“Parents aren’t the only people they can pour out their heart to.(父母不是他们唯一可以倾诉心声的人)”符合语境,提到青少年还可以向父母以外的人倾诉,承接前文,引出后文的推荐。故选E。
39.空处是段落标题,需统领段落内容,且需和其他段落标题一样使用祈使句的形式。后文“Sleep and stress are directly related.When dealing with a particularly difficult situation, it can get in the way of a good night’s sleep.People who tend to internalize (内化) emotions may struggle to unwind, resulting in increased stress and sleeplessness.Learning to relax can manage stress at night.(睡眠和压力是直接相关的。在处理特别困难的情况时,它可能会妨碍你睡个好觉。倾向于将情绪内化的人可能难以放松,从而导致压力增加和失眠。学会放松可以控制晚上的压力)”主要介绍了睡眠和压力的关系,建议学会放松,确保睡好,因此B项“Get 8 hours of sleep every night.(每晚保证8小时的睡眠)”符合语境,契合段落内容,其中的sleep在后文有同词复现。故选B。
40.前文“Stress or emotional eating is a behavior a teen may experience during times of increased stress.But it’s contributing to a greater harmful cycle.(压力式或情绪化进食是青少年在压力增加时可能会经历的一种行为。但它正在导致一个更大的恶性循环)”指出压力增加导致的不规律的饮食会导致恶性循环,因此F项“Overeating to deal with feelings of stress can lead to guilt or shame afterward.(为了应对压力而暴饮暴食会导致事后的内疚或羞愧)”符合语境,指出这种行为事后会引起负面情绪,承接前文,描述前文所说的a greater harmful cycle。故选F。
(十六)
(23-24高二下·浙江省五校联盟·期中)
As we all want to be nice to others, we tend to fall into a set pattern of putting ourselves second while putting others first, which seemingly has been drilled into our mind as a moral code. Actually, it can be a bad habit. So, how to devote more to yourself? 81
Set aside time alone in your schedule. It’s not unusual to share time with friends, family, and colleagues. 36 So, spend time each week to sit quietly with your own thoughts and emotions without distractions, allowing you to reconnect with yourself. Do remember to pick a spot where you won’t be interrupted.
Treat yourself with love and respect. Most people are able to be friendly (or at least polite) to other people — so a rule of thumb is to treat yourself the way you treat others. Ask yourself if you’re as considerate to yourself as you are to your friends. 83
Stop comparing yourself to others. Get in the habit of paying attention to your own achievements, performances, and emotions rather than those of other people. 37 Make a conscious effort to worry about yourself and not them, and highlight your own progress, strengths and passions that bring genuine pride to you.
38 It’s like making an invisible line and saying, “I’m not doing anything on that side of line and I’m willing to do something on the other side”. Prioritize meeting your own needs and expectations. Practice turning down things that might overextend you or that you don’t really want to do. Say “goodbye” to friends who simply do not align with (与……一致) the values you uphold in life. You are allowed to advocate for yourself!
A.It’s time for you to be a self-care person.
B.Set clear personal boundaries for yourself.
C.Identify your own needs and expectations.
D.Here are some fantastic ways for your reference.
E.Socialization is good — but solitude is equally important.
F.If not, try giving yourself the same kindness that you give them.
G.That means you don’t need to upset yourself about others’ success or judgement.
【答案】36.D 37.E 38.F 39.G 40.C
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了如何更多地为自己考虑,如何将自己放在第一位。
36.根据空前“So, how to devote more to yourself?(因此,如何更多地投入到自己的身上呢?)”可知,空前提出问题,且根据后文每个自然段的小标题可知,此处D项“有一些奇妙的方法供你参考”符合,承接上文,并引出下文具体的方法,故选D项。
37.根据本段小标题“Set aside time alone in your schedule.(在你的日程安排中留出单独的时间。)”可知,本段主要介绍要为自己留出独处的时间,且根据空后“So, spend time each week to sit quietly with your own thoughts and emotions without distractions, (因此,每周花时间安静地坐着,思考自己的想法和情绪,不受干扰)”可知,空后提出自己独处的具体方法,故E项“社交是不错的,但独处也同样重要。”符合,此处E项承上启下,承接前文和朋友、家人和同事一起度过时光,引出后文的如何独处,故选E项。
38.根据本段小标题“Treat yourself with love and respect.(用爱和尊重对待自己。)”可知,本段主要讲要尊重自己、爱自己,且根据空前“Ask yourself if you’re as considerate to yourself as you are to your friends.(问问自己,自己是否像对待朋友一样体贴自己。)”可知,此处F项“如果不是,那么试着给你自己和给予他们一样的善意。”是前文的顺义承接,问问自己,是否像对待朋友一样体贴自己,如果不是,那么要试着给予自己同等的善意,故选F项。
39.根据本段小标题“Stop comparing yourself to others.(不要再拿自己和别人比较了。)”可知,本段主要讲不将自己和他人作比较,且根据空前“Get in the habit of paying attention to your own achievements, performances, and emotions rather than those of other people.(养成关注自己的成就、表现和情绪而不是他人的习惯。)”可知,空前提到要关注自己的成就、表现和情绪,而不是关注他人的成就、表现和情绪,故此处G项“那也就意味着你不需要为别人的成就或判断而烦恼”符合,此处G项进一步解释前文,关注自己的成就、表现和情绪就意味着不为他人的成就或判断而烦恼,故选G项。
40.根据本段内容“It’s like making an invisible line and saying, “I’m not doing anything on that side of line and I’m willing to do something on the other side”.Prioritize meeting your own needs and expectations.(这就像是一条看不见的线,说道:“我不在这一边做任何事情,我愿意在另一边做一些事情。”优先考虑满足自己的需要和期望。)”可知,本段主要讲要优先考虑并满足自己的需要和期望,故C项“确定自己的需要和期望。”符合本段小标题,故选C项。
(十七)
(23-24高二下·浙江省衢温5 +1联盟·期中)
How to Boost Happiness
Spend time with your closest friends
According to Oxford psychologist Robert Dunbar, more than 60 percent of our social time is devoted to our40closest friends. 36 From a happiness point of view, it pays to invest in those closest to you. Laughing with friends has been shown to be beneficial for your heart, lungs and stress control.
Hold open a door
Undertaking an act of kindness, such as holding open a door for a stranger triggers the brain pleasure centre. One of the largest studies into kindness, The Kindness Test, looked at 60,000 people and showed that those who regularly volunteer see a positive change in brain chemistry. 87
Strike up conversations with strangers
If you live in a large city, chances are that you don’t regularly strike up conversations with strangers. 37 Research shows that talking to strangers can stimulate our brain in ways that familiar interactions don’t, sharpening our thinking, boosting self-confidence and providing a sense of accomplishment.
Hug for a while
It might not come naturally to everyone but hugs are great for the body. 38 The reason is that it takes a while for your brain to release a hormone linked to increased trust and creativity. Hugs also trigger the release of hormones that are linked to your immune system. They have also been linked to reducing anxiety in people with low self-esteem.
39
A study in Poland found a decrease in stress in young adults who spent 40minutes in natural surroundings. A further study by the University of Exeter found that just five minutes of nature exposure reduced stress. The best possible benefits are achieved by spending 120 minutes a week in nature — or 17 minutes a day.
A.Work out regularly.
B.Step outside to be under the sky.
C.Remember to keep doing it for seven seconds, though.
D.Actually, gratitude is strongly associated with a greater level of happiness.
E.That’s followed by 40good friends, 50 friends and 150 meaningful contacts.
F.But doing so has been proven to boost a sense of belonging and improve mood
G.Those who carry out nice acts for strangers also report feeling more competent.
【答案】36.E 37.G 38.F 39.C 40.B
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文,主要讲的是如何提升幸福感。
36.空前“According to Oxford psychologist Robert Dunbar, more than 60 percent of our social time is devoted to our40closest friends.(根据牛津大学心理学家罗伯特·邓巴的说法,我们超过60%的社交时间都花在了5个最亲密的朋友身上。)”说明我们超过60%的社交时间都花在了5个最亲密的朋友身上,由于前文已经提到了人们将大部分社交时间用于与最亲密的5位朋友交往,那么接下来很可能就会提到其他社交圈层的人数或关系深度,E选项“That’s followed by 40good friends, 50 friends and 150 meaningful contacts.(接下来是15个好朋友,50个朋友和150个有意义的联系人。)”是其他社交圈层的人数,因此承接上文,符合语境。故选E。
37.空前“One of the largest studies into kindness, The Kindness Test, looked at 60,000 people and showed that those who regularly volunteer see a positive change in brain chemistry.(“善良测试”(the kindness Test)是关于善良的最大研究之一,该研究对6万人进行了调查,结果显示,那些经常做志愿者的人的大脑化学物质发生了积极的变化。)”说明了经常做志愿者的人的大脑化学物质发生了积极的变化,空格处也应该说做志愿者工作的人还能得到什么好处,G选项“Those who carry out nice acts for strangers also report feeling more competent.(那些为陌生人做好事的人也报告说自己更有能力。)”说明了做好事的人得到的另外的好处,因此承接上文,符合语境,故选G。
38.空前“If you live in a large city, chances are that you don’t regularly strike up conversations with strangers.(如果你住在大城市,你很可能不会经常和陌生人搭讪。)”说明在大城市里你可能不会经常和陌生人搭讪,空后“Research shows that talking to strangers can stimulate our brain in ways that familiar interactions don’t, sharpening our thinking, boosting self-confidence and providing a sense of accomplishment.(研究表明,与陌生人交谈可以刺激我们的大脑,以熟悉的互动所不能达到的方式,使我们的思维敏捷,增强自信,并提供成就感。)”说明了与陌生人交谈的好处,因此空格处应该引出空后的好处,F选项“But doing so has been proven to boost a sense of belonging and improve mood(但事实证明,这样做可以增强归属感,改善情绪)”说明了和陌生人搭讪的好处,空后内容是对好处的补充说明,因此F选项承上启下,符合语境,故选F。
39.空前“It might not come naturally to everyone but hugs are great for the body.(也许不是每个人都能自然而然地拥抱,但拥抱对身体有好处。)”说明了拥抱对身体好,空后“The reason is that it takes a while for your brain to release a hormone linked to increased trust and creativity.(原因是你的大脑需要一段时间才能释放出一种与增强信任和创造力有关的激素。)”说明了大脑需要一段时间才能释放出一种与增强信任和创造力有关的激素,由此可见,拥抱需要持续一点时间,C选项“Remember to keep doing it for seven seconds, though.(不过,记住要持续做7秒钟。)”说明了要持续拥抱7秒,因此承上启下,符合语境,故选C。
40.空格处是本段小标题,由空格下方“A study in Poland found a decrease in stress in young adults who spent 40minutes in natural surroundings. A further study by the University of Exeter found that just five minutes of nature exposure reduced stress. The best possible benefits are achieved by spending 120 minutes a week in nature - or 17 minutes a day.(波兰的一项研究发现,在自然环境中待15分钟的年轻人压力有所减轻。Exeter大学的一项进一步研究发现,仅仅五分钟的自然暴露就能减轻压力。每周花120分钟到大自然中,或者每天花17分钟,就能获得最大的好处。)”可知,本段主要讲的是身处大自然的好处,B选项“Step outside to be under the sky.(走出去,站在天空下。)”说明要走到大自然中去,因此概括本段主要内容,可作为本段小标题,故选B。
(十八)
(23-24高二下·浙江省台州十校·期中)
The daily challenges of social and work life pose a great threat to people’s mental health. While there is no known cure for mental illness, activities like road trips can effectively manage mental health issues. Here are the benefits of a road trip.
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From swimming in the ocean to climbing mountain peaks, there are many wholesome activities to do on a road trip. Some of these activities take a considerable amount of energy. Not only will you be building your mental strength while taking a road trip, your physical fitness increases as well.
It eases stress
Stress increases when people come in contact with triggers (诱因) that worsen their mental condition, which may come from interactions with people, or responsibilities at work. 37 Not being confronted with situations that make you stressed is a major step towards relief.
It boosts creativity
38 The incredible sights of open fields can awaken your creativity. 39 For example, you can learn about the history of a region by visiting museums or you can immerse yourself in the local culture by trying new foods. Learning new things inspires your productivity and boosts your mental health.
It brings you one step closer to happiness
Mental health issues are capable of causing a feeling of dissatisfaction and sadness. However, happiness is a state of mind you can obtain by taking a road trip. The unique sights, delicious food, and entertainment from a road trip are all sources of happiness. 95
A.It promotes physical and mental fitness.
B.It allows you to experience different activities.
C.Indeed, happiness gained from a road trip can last long after the trip.
D.Thus, it is advised to make road trips part of your plans for the future.
E.Every new experience on a road trip can increase your creativity.
F.When you take a road trip, you move away from the stressful environment.
G.When you reach different stops, the atmosphere, culture and activities will open a window to learn new things.
【答案】36.A 37.F 38.E 39.G 40.C
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了自驾游的一些好处。
36.下文“From swimming in the ocean to climbing mountain peaks, there are many wholesome activities to do on a road trip.Some of these activities take a considerable amount of energy.Not only will you be building your mental strength while taking a road trip, your physical fitness increases as well.(从在海里游泳到攀登山峰,在自驾游中有许多有益健康的活动可以做。其中一些活动需要相当大的能量。你不仅可以在自驾游时锻炼你的精神力量,还可以提高你的身体素质)”表明自驾游有助于身心健康,空处作为本段的标题,应概括本段大意,A项“它促进身心健康”符合语境。故选A项。
37.上文“Stress increases when people come in contact with triggers that worsen their mental condition, which may come from interactions with people, or responsibilities at work(当人们接触到加剧其心理状况的诱因时,压力就会增加,这些诱因可能来源于与人的交往,或是工作中的责任)”提出压力可能来自人的交往或者工作,空处承上启下,下文“Not being confronted with situations that make you stressed is a major step towards relief.(避免面对那些使你感到压力的情境,是迈向缓解压力的重要一步)”,F项“当你进行自驾游时,你会远离紧张的环境”能够呼应上下文,符合语境。故选F项。
38.上文“It boosts creativity(它能增强创造力)”作为本段的小标题,概括本段的主旨大意,空处是对小标题的进一步解释,E项“自驾游中的每一次新体验都能增加你的创造力”呼应上文,符合语境。故选E项。
39.下文“For example, you can learn about the history of a region by visiting museums or you can immerse yourself in the local culture by trying new foods.Learning new things inspires your productivity and boosts your mental health.(例如,你可以通过参观博物馆来了解一个地区的历史,或者通过尝试新食物来沉浸在当地的文化中。学习新事物能够激发你的生产率,促进你的心理健康)”表明学习新事物可以让你激发你的生产率,F项“当你到达不同的站点时,氛围、文化和活动将打开一扇学习新事物的窗口”引起下文,learn new things与下文Learning new things相呼应,符合语境。故选G项。
40.上文“The unique sights, delicious food, and entertainment from a road trip are all sources of happiness.(公路旅行中独特的风景、美味的食物以及各种娱乐活动都是幸福的源泉)”表明自驾游可以带来各种各样的快乐,C项“的确,自驾旅行带来的快乐可以在旅行结束后长久留存”承接上文,符合语境。故选C项。
(十九)
(23-24高二下·浙江省卓越联盟联盟·期中)
Once you get close enough to someone, it’s easy to assume they’ll be a friend for life — but friendships take work, too, and it’s important that you make time to cultivate these relationships as well. 36 . Read on to discover some questions you should ask your close friends.
1. “How do you think we’ve both changed since we became friends?”
There’s a good chance that you’ve been friends with those closest to you for some time, which means you’ve both changed in certain ways over the years. Shari, founder of Imperfectly Perfect Life, says it’s important to reflect on that change. “ 37 ,” she shares.
2. “ 38 ”
“You don’t have to just focus on your own friendship. People vary greatly in what makes them feel most connected to others — for some it’s sharing something exciting together, while for others, it’s doing daily tasks together,” Julia, a clinical psychologist, notes.
3. “What is the best advice you’ve ever received?”
Another way you can “gain a deeper understanding of your friend’s values, beliefs, and the lessons they’ve learned along their journey” is by asking them about the best advice they’ve ever received. “This provides an opportunity to share wisdom that has had a significant impact on their personal growth,” Natalie shares. “ 39 , fostering mutual understanding within your friendship.”
4.“What are your biggest dreams for your life?”
40 , if you are truly committed to being friends for life. “Many friendships keep the friends locked in to their current reality,” Moore cautions. “But knowing your friend’s goals can create the space for your friendship to grow.”
A.What life experience has shaped you the most?
B.Acknowledging your growth can enhance your friendship
C.When do you feel most connected to the people in your life?
D.It’s also good to acknowledge that even the closest friendships are not perfect
E.You should know what your friend actually envisions for themselves in the future
F.Additionally, it opens the door for meaningful conversations about life’s challenges
G.We’ve talked to different experts to get their best advice on how to create stronger bonds
【答案】36.G 37.B 38.C 39.F 40.E
【解析】
【语篇导读】本文是说明文。本文提供了四个问题,通过提出这些深入且意义深远的问题,可以促进与朋友之间更深层次的交流和理解,从而培养出更加坚固和有意义的友谊。
36.下文“ Read on to discover some questions you should ask your close friends.”(继续阅读,找出一些你应该问亲密朋友的问题。)所以空白处需要一个过渡句引出下文的专家建议,选项G“We’ve talked to different experts to get their best advice on how to create stronger bonds.”(我们已经与不同的专家进行了交谈,以获得他们关于如何建立更牢固的关系的最佳建议。)符合。故选G。
37.根据前文Shari的言论“Shari, founder of Imperfectly Perfect Life, says it’s important to reflect on that change.”(“不完美生活”的创始人沙里说,反思这种变化很重要。)此处应填入关于承认彼此成长对于加深友谊的作用,选项B“Acknowledging your growth can enhance your friendship.”(承认你的成长可以增进你的友谊。)符合。故选B。
38.根据下文““You don’t have to just focus on your own friendship.People vary greatly in what makes them feel most connected to others—for some it’s sharing something exciting together, while for others, it’s doing daily tasks together,” Julia, a clinical psychologist, notes.”(临床心理学家Julia指出:“你不必只关注自己的友谊。人们在与他人最有联系的方面差异很大——对一些人来说,这是一起分享一些令人兴奋的事情,而对另一些人来说是一起做日常任务。”)这里是说什么时候与生活中的人联系最紧密,选项C“When do you feel most connected to the people in your life?”(你觉得什么时候和你生活中的人联系最紧密?)与其他并列为其中一个问题,符合。故选C。
39.上文“This provides an opportunity to share wisdom that has had a significant impact on their personal growth”(这为他们提供了一个分享对个人成长有重大影响的智慧的机会)说出了询问朋友收到最佳建议的好处,又根据下文“fostering mutual understanding within your friendship.”(在友谊中增进相互理解),缺失的部分应是对这种交流带来的正面效果的描述,选项F“Additionally, it opens the door for meaningful conversations about life’s challenges”(此外,它还为关于生活挑战的有意义的对话打开了大门),承接下文。故选F。
40.此处的问题是“What are your biggest dreams for your life?”(你人生最大的梦想是什么?),并在后面“But knowing your friend’s goals can create the space for your friendship to grow.”(但是知道你朋友的目标可以为你们的友谊创造空间。)解释了为什么了解朋友的未来梦想对于维持长久友谊的重要性,E选项“ You should know what your friend actually envisions for themselves in the future”(你应该知道你的朋友对自己未来的实际设想)符合问题的主旨。故选E。
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