专题05 七选五（湖南专用）-【好题汇编】2025年高考英语二模试题分类汇编

专题05 七选五 （一） （2025·湖南·二模 ） It’s common for you to pressure your children to be smarter. 36 Forcing children to study may be the easiest way for them to learn, but not the best way. There are several guidelines you can follow so that your children see studying as a way to acquire new things. You should always remember you are not a teacher. Although you need to guarantee that your children are completing their homework without any mistakes, you shouldn’t do the homework for them. If you do, your children won’t be able to address their own issues and will always depend on others for help. 37 Besides, be cautious about rewarding children for good grades. If you abuse this, your children will only attempt to study for a reward. Getting bad grades, they’ll feel like a failure. Thus, it’s better to praise your children when they pass a test. 38 This way, they’ll see their mistakes as opportunities to improve and not see themselves as failures. 39 If you only spare no efforts to force your children to study, both you and they will be frustrated. Therefore, place emphasis on devoting time to other activities that are fundamental to your children’s development, like playing sports and watching movies. Some parents hold the belief that mental disorders lead to children’s lack of interest in study. 40 It’s very likely that their children are simply demotivated or disinterested. Therefore, it’s good to take the above tips into account. As a result, your children may find a genuine desire to study and do their own homework. A．That’s not necessarily the case. B．It is teachers’ duty to correct homework mistakes. C．You may enroll them in various after-class courses. D．If not, patiently show them how to do better next time. E．Instead, offer them guidance and tools to do self-research. F．Vital as study is, it’s not the only thing kids must focus on. G．Even if they fail in exams, you’d better control your temper. 参考答案： 36．C 37．E 38．D 39．F 40．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是如何正确引导孩子学习，避免过度施压，帮助他们找到学习的内在动力。 36．上文提到“It’s common for you to pressure your children to be smarter.(你常常会施压让孩子变得更聪明)”，这表明家长对孩子学习的期望很高，而空格后“Forcing children to study may be the easiest way for them to learn, but not the best way.(强迫孩子学习可能是让他们学习的最简单方法，但并非最佳方法)”说明强迫学习的局限性，C选项“You may enroll them in various after-class courses.(你可能会让他们参加各种课外课程)”与上下文逻辑一致，既承接了家长对孩子学习的关注，又引出了对强迫学习方式的反思。故选C。 37．根据上网呢“If you do, your children won’t be able to address their own issues and will always depend on others for help.(如果你替孩子完成作业，他们将无法解决自己的问题，并总是依赖他人帮助)”推知，空格处应是对这一现象的解决方案，E选项“Instead, offer them guidance and tools to do self-research.(相反，给他们提供指导和工具，让他们自己研究)”给出了正确的做法，既避免了直接替孩子完成作业，又能培养孩子的独立解决问题能力。故选E。 38．上文提到“Thus, it’s better to praise your children when they pass a test.(因此，当孩子通过考试时，最好表扬他们)”，而空格后“This way, they’ll see their mistakes as opportunities to improve and not see themselves as failures.(这样，他们会将自己的错误视为改进的机会，而不是将自己视为失败者)”则强调了如何处理孩子失败的情况，D选项“If not, patiently show them how to do better next time.(如果没有通过考试，耐心地教他们下次如何做得更好)”与前文形成不同情况的对比，符合语境。故选D。 39．此处为本段的主题句，空格后提到“If you only spare no efforts to force your children to study, both you and they will be frustrated. Therefore, place emphasis on devoting time to other activities that are fundamental to your children’s development, like playing sports and watching movies.(如果你只是不遗余力地强迫孩子学习，你和孩子都会感到沮丧。因此，把重点放在对孩子发展至关重要的其他活动上，比如运动和看电影)”，这表明学习不应成为生活的唯一焦点，F选项“Vital as study is, it’s not the only thing kids must focus on.(尽管学习很重要，但它并不是孩子唯一需要关注的事情)”与下文逻辑一致，既点明了学习的重要性，又强调了其他活动对孩子成长的意义，概括了本段的主题，符合语境。故选F。 40．上文提到“Some parents hold the belief that mental disorders lead to children’s lack of interest in study.(一些家长认为精神障碍导致孩子对学习缺乏兴趣)”，而空格后“It’s very likely that their children are simply demotivated or disinterested.(很可能是他们的孩子只是缺乏动力或不感兴趣)”则否定了这种观点，A选项“That’s not necessarily the case.(事实未必如此)”承上启下，既回应了上文的错误观点，又引出了后文的解释。故选A。 （二） （2025·湖南衡阳·二模 ） Sometimes you know that you should decline a request, but somehow end up reluctantly taking on an additional responsibility. 36 If you struggle with setting boundaries, don’t despair. Here are ways to sharpen this tool. Don’t ignore how you feel. Emotions are not just in your head. You can feel them throughout your body. When someone approaches you with a request, pay attention to your body’s response. It tells you how to respond before you even say a word. For example, as they speak, you might feel muscle tension. 37 Don’t overexplain yourself. In an effort to cope with difficult emotions such as guilt, you tend to overshare the reasons for refusal. However, the more information you share, the more likely you are to be manipulated into saying yes. Sharing information gives others the opportunity to break through your boundaries. 38 You can be kind and direct when setting boundaries. 39 When someone approaches you with a request, a common method is to buy time. By doing this, you hope that they will forget it, and that you will be off the hook. However, this method does not work. Not resolving the matter in real time allows emotional forces such as guilt to influence you. As a result, a delayed no may turn into a reluctant yes. Set boundaries often. Becoming proficient in any skill takes time, and so does setting boundaries. Initially, it may be uncomfortable. You may struggle for words or not sound convincing, but over time, it gets easier. 40 Constantly walking on eggshells for fear of upsetting people is an exhausting way to live. A．Don’t delay giving your response. B．Don’t ignore the method of delay. C．That’s your body’s signal to refuse. D．The reason is that you lack firm boundaries. E．Remember, not setting boundaries is tough too. F．When saying no, you should keep it short and sweet. G．Try to understand others’ perspectives before setting boundaries. 参考答案 36．D 37．C 38．F 39．A 40．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲的是如何学会设定界限，以保护自己的时间和精力不被过度侵占。 36．前文“Sometimes you know that you should decline a request, but somehow end up reluctantly taking on an additional responsibility.(有时你知道应该拒绝某个请求，但不知为何最终还是勉强承担起了额外的责任。)”描述了一种矛盾的行为，即明明知道应该拒绝请求，但最终还是不情愿地承担了额外的责任。这就引发了读者对于产生这种行为原因的思考。D选项“The reason is that you lack firm boundaries.(原因是你缺乏坚定的界限。)”直截了当地指出原因是缺乏坚定的界限。这不仅合理地解释了前文所描述的现象，还自然地引出了后文关于如何设定界限的内容，起到了很好的承上启下的作用，因此承上启下，符合语境。故选D。 37．本段的小标题是“Don’t ignore how you feel.(不要忽视自己的感受。)”，强调不要忽视自身的感受。空前“When someone approaches you with a request, pay attention to your body’s response. It tells you how to respond before you even say a word.(当有人向你提出请求时，注意你身体的反应。它甚至在你开口之前就告诉了你该如何回应。)”和“For example, as they speak, you might feel muscle tension. (例如，当他们说话时，你可能会感到肌肉紧张。)”指出当有人带着请求靠近时，要留意身体反应，它会在开口前告知如何回应，并举例说可能会感到肌肉紧张。C选项“That’s your body’s signal to refuse.(那是你的身体在发出拒绝的信号。)”表明这种肌肉紧张（前文提到的身体反应） 就是身体发出的拒绝信号，很好地承接了前文关于身体对他人请求会产生反应的内容，因此承接上文，符合语境。故选C。 38．本段小标题是“Don’t overexplain yourself.(不要过度解释自己。)”，说明本段核心观点是在拒绝时不要过度分享拒绝的理由，空前说“Sharing information gives others the opportunity to break through your boundaries.(分享信息给了别人突破你界限的机会。)”说明了分享信息会让你突破界限，F选项“When saying no, you should keep it short and sweet.(在说“不”时，你应该简短而令人愉快。)”说明说不的时候应该简洁明了且友好。这与该段不要过度解释的主旨高度契合，直接给出了在设定界限（拒绝他人）时应采取的方式，因此承接上文，符合语境。故选F。 39．此空是该段的小标题，由空后“When someone approaches you with a request, a common method is to buy time. By doing this, you hope that they will forget it, and that you will be off the hook. However, this method does not work. Not resolving the matter in real time allows emotional forces such as guilt to influence you. As a result, a delayed no may turn into a reluctant yes.(当有人向你提出请求时，一个常见的方法是拖延时间。你希望这样做能让他们忘记请求，而你也能摆脱困境。然而，这个方法并不奏效。不及时解决问题会让内疚等情绪力量影响你。结果，一个迟迟未说的“不”可能会变成一个勉强的“是”。)”可知，本段主要讲的是要及时给回应，A选项“Don’t delay giving your response.(不要拖延给出回应。)”说明了不要拖延给回应，准确概括了该段围绕不要拖延给回应的相关论述，作为小标题很合适。故选A。 40．前文“Initially, it may be uncomfortable. You may struggle for words or not sound convincing, but over time, it gets easier.(一开始，你可能会觉得不自在。你可能会为找不到合适的词语而挣扎，或者听起来不够有说服力，但随着时间的推移，这会变得更容易。)”提到设定界限一开始可能会让人感到不舒服，表达自己的想法时可能会词不达意或者缺乏说服力，但随着时间推移会变得容易，空格处应该说和设定界限是否容易有关。E选项“Remember, not setting boundaries is tough too.(记住，不设定界限也很难。)”提醒读者要记住，不设定界限同样会很艰难。这进一步强调了设定界限的必要性，与后文“Constantly walking on eggshells for fear of upsetting people is an exhausting way to live.(总是小心翼翼地生怕得罪别人，这种生活方式会让人筋疲力尽。)”所描述的不设定界限，总是小心翼翼怕得罪人的疲惫生活状态相呼应，从反面说明了设定界限的重要性，因此E选项承上启下，符合语境。故选E。 （三） （2025·湖南邵阳·二模 ） Mental resilience (韧性) has become a vital skill in today’s fast-paced world. 36 Research indicates that individuals with high resilience levels are 35 % more likely to maintain mental health during long-term stress. Let’s explore scientific ally proven methods to strengthen this ability. The Main Idea Explained Resilience is not about reducing stress but managing it effectively. Emerging neurobiological evidence sheds light on this positively adaptive process. 37 Neuroscientists (神经学家) compare it to muscle training: facing proper challenged regularly improved mental ability to adjust. For instance, A 2023 Harvard study showed that proper stress increased brain thickness in areas related to making decisions. Physical Activity as a Foundation Exercise is universally recognized as a key resilience-building tool. During aerobic workouts, the body producers BDNF (脑源性神经营养因子), a protein important for brain development. 38 Meanwhile, this chemical process not only improved mood but also strengthens mental abilities. To maximize benefits, experts suggest combining 30 minutes of daily exercise with relaxation methods such as deep breathing. The Power of Social Bonds Human beings succeed through meaningful connections. Strong social networks act as psychological safety nets during c rises. 39 A Stanford University study over many years found that people with strong social support recovered 50 % faster from emotional difficulties than those who were isolated. Surprisingly, online communication through video calls was 80 % as effective as face-to-face meetings in recent tests. Methods to Change Negative Thoughts How we view difficulties shapes our mental resilience. Psychologists suggest changing extreme negative ideas like “I can’t handle this” into positive views such as “This is hard but possible.” 2022 study found that daily gratitude practice lowers stress hormones by 25 % in three weeks. 40 A．Therefore, building strong connections should be a key goal. B．Creative activities like painting unexpectedly better stress tolerance. C．Workplace culture significantly impacts employees’ stress management. D．This natural process helps maintain stable emotions and enhanced clear thinking. E．Moreover, actively noticing small daily successes helps develop positive thinking. F．This psychological training strengthens the brain’s ability to handle future challengers. G．It refers to the ability to recover from difficulties while keeping basic operations running. 参考答案 36．G 37．F 38．D 39．A 40．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了在当今快节奏的世界中，心理韧性已成为一项至关重要的技能，并探讨了科学证实的增强心理韧性的方法，包括正确理解韧性、进行体育活动、建立社会联系以及改变消极想法等。 36．根据上文“Mental resilience (韧性) has become a vital skill in today’s fast-paced world. (心理韧性在当今快节奏的世界中已成为一项至关重要的技能)”以及下文“Research indicates that individuals with high resilience levels are 35 % more likely to maintain mental health during long-term stress. (研究表明，具有高韧性水平的人在长期压力下保持心理健康的可能性要高出 35%)”可知上文提到了“心理韧性”，下文说的是“心理韧性”的重要性，可推理出空白处需要对“心理韧性”这一概念进行解释说明，与G项“It refers to the ability to recover from difficulties while keeping basic operations running. (它指的是在保持基本功能正常运行的同时从困难中恢复的能力)”表达的含义一致，故选G项。 37．根据上文“Resilience is not about reducing stress but managing it effectively. Emerging neurobiological evidence sheds light on this positively adaptive process. (韧性不是减少压力，而是有效地管理压力。新出现的神经生物学证据揭示了这一积极的适应过程)”以及下文“Neuroscientists (神经学家) compare it to muscle training: facing proper challenged regularly improved mental ability to adjust. (神经学家将其比作肌肉训练：定期面对适当的挑战可以提高心理调节能力)”可知，这里阐述的是这种适应过程对大脑能力的积极影响，与F项“This psychological training strengthens the brain’s ability to handle future challengers. (这种心理训练增强了大脑处理未来挑战的能力)”表达的意思一致，故选F项。 38．根据上文“During aerobic workouts, the body producers BDNF (脑源性神经营养因子), a protein important for brain development. (在有氧运动中，身体会产生脑源性神经营养因子，这是一种对大脑发育很重要的蛋白质)”以及下文“Meanwhile, this chemical process not only improved mood but also strengthens mental abilities. (同时，这个化学过程不仅改善了情绪，还增强了心理能力)”可知此处提到了产生脑源性神经营养因子这一自然过程，可推理出空白处应是在说产生脑源性神经营养因子这一自然过程对人的积极的作用，与D项“This natural process helps maintain stable emotions and enhanced clear thinking. (这个自然过程有助于保持稳定的情绪并增强清晰的思维)”表达的含义一致，故选D项。 39．根据上文“Human beings succeed through meaningful connections. Strong social networks act as psychological safety nets during c rises. (人类通过有意义的联系取得成功。强大的社交网络在危机期间充当心理安全网。)”以及下文“A Stanford University study over many years found that people with strong social support recovered 50 % faster from emotional difficulties than those who were isolated. (斯坦福大学多年的一项研究发现，有强大社会支持的人比那些孤立无援的人从情感困难中恢复的速度要快50%)”可知有强大社会支持的人比那些孤立无援的人从情感困难中恢复的速度要快50%，可推理出此处应是在强调建立强大联系的重要性，与A项“Therefore, building strong connections should be a key goal. (因此，建立强大的联系应该是一个关键目标)”表达的意思一致，故选A项。 40．根据上文“Psychologists suggest changing extreme negative ideas like “I can’t handle this” into positive views such as “This is hard but possible.” 2022 study found that daily gratitude practice lowers stress hormones by 25 % in three weeks (心理学家建议将“我无法处理这个问题”等极端消极想法转变为“这很难但有可能”等积极观点。2022年的一项研究发现，每天进行感恩练习可以在三周内将压力荷尔蒙降低 25%)”可知，此处应是在进一步说明培养积极思维的方法，与E项“Moreover, actively noticing small daily successes helps develop positive thinking. (此外，积极关注日常的小成功有助于培养积极的思维)”表达的含义一致，且“Moreover”进一步递进，符合语境，故选E项。 （四） （2025·湖南省新高考教学教研联盟·二模 ） As a single adult with a big extended family, I consider myself a true expert on the “kids table”. While one might think that only kids will be assigned to the “kids table”, some hosts held the opposite view: 36 . So single grown-ups, college students and high-schoolers are all fair game for “kids table” placement. The very nebulous (模糊的) rules around kids tables at holiday events made me wonder whether these separate areas are really the best way to integrate pint-sized guests into a festive party, so 1 decided to ask a group of experts about whether they recommend these arrangements for kids of all ages. 37 “Having a kids table at a family holiday event can be a fantastic opportunity for kids to connect and build their own relationships and even gain a sense of independence.” said Claire Weinberg, child therapist in Bethesda, Maryland. The advice from Amy Abbott, the founder, owner and creative director of Amy Abbott Events also proves it: For larger events, dividing kids tables by age is a great idea. For example, if the host’s children are involved, each can have their own table with friends and family of a similar age. 38 . On the other hand, seating kids among the adults together can help kids learn social skills. “Separating children from adults is not what I would consider a best practice. 39 .including eating behaviors, social emotional skills, language, and even fine motor skills,” explained Joy Kennedy, developmental psychologist and researcher at the Education Development Center. That’s why many of our surveyed experts recommended mixing age groups together. “For some kids, large gatherings can feel overwhelming. 40 , if that’s the case. It can be helpful to talk to your child before the event about what they might experience and to discuss anything they may need to feel comfortable and safe.” A．Adults act as models for a host of things B．It can also give parents a break from the chaos C．Preparing them in advance can make a big difference D．It is a catch-all for any guest who isn’t a partnered adult E．For younger children, sitting with adults can be stressful F．Special menus will be even tailored to the different age groups G．Kids tables can be a fun way to give younger guests independence 参考答案 36．D 37．G 38．F 39．A 40．C 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讨论了节日聚会上“儿童桌”设置的利弊。 36．由上文“While one might think that only kids will be assigned to the “kids table”, some hosts held the opposite view: (虽然有人可能认为只有孩子会被安排到“儿童桌”，但一些主人持有相反的观点：)”可知，本空应解释这个相反观点是什么。D选项 “It is a catch-all for any guest who isn’t a partnered adult (它是给所有非伴侣的成年客人的一个集合地)”说明了“儿童桌” 不仅仅是给孩子的，还包括单身成年人等，能承接上文，符合题意。故选D。 37．由下文“Having a kids table at a family holiday event can be a fantastic opportunity for kids to connect and build their own relationships and even gain a sense of independence. (在家庭节日活动中设置儿童桌对孩子来说是一个很好的机会，可以让他们建立联系、发展自己的关系，甚至获得独立感。)”可知，本空应概括儿童桌的积极作用，G选项“Kids tables can be a fun way to give younger guests independence (儿童桌可以成为给年轻客人独立性的有趣方式)”强调了儿童桌的积极作用，能引起下文，符合题意。故选G。 38．由上文“For larger events, dividing kids tables by age is a great idea. For example, if the host’s children are involved, each can have their own table with friends and family of a similar age. (对于大型活动，按年龄划分儿童桌是个好主意。例如，如果主人的孩子参与其中，每个孩子都可以和年龄相仿的朋友和家人坐在一桌。)”可知，本空应进一步说明按年龄划分儿童桌的好处，F选项“Special menus will be even tailored to the different age groups (甚至会根据不同的年龄组定制特别的菜单)”说明了按年龄划分儿童桌可以带来的另一个好处，即定制特别的菜单，能承接上文，符合题意。故选F。 39．由上文“Separating children from adults is not what I would consider a best practice. (把孩子和大人分开不是我所认为的最佳做法。)”可知，本空应解释为什么不把孩子和大人分开，A选项“Adults act as models for a host of things (大人在很多事情上都是孩子的榜样)”解释了孩子和大人在一起可以学到很多东西，因此不应该把他们分开，能承接上文，符合题意。故选A。 40．由上文“For some kids, large gatherings can feel overwhelming. (对于一些孩子来说，大型聚会可能会让他们感到不知所措。)”可知，本空应说明如何应对这种情况，C选项“Preparing them in advance can make a big difference (提前为他们做好准备可以产生很大的不同)”说明了提前为孩子做好准备可以帮助他们更好地应对大型聚会，能承接上文，符合题意。故选C。 （五） （2025·湖南省一起考·二模 ） Setting a goal is a big step toward improving ourselves. But following through to achieve our purpose can be challenging. 36 . When you’re feeling unmotivated, try one of these science-backed strategies to get yourself back on track. Frequent small successes can turn drive into a long-term success. 37 , whatever your big goal may be. Getting a new job might be a big goal. Small goals could be updating your resume or earning a certification. After setting your smaller goals, track your progress. Seeing progress can be highly exciting and motivating. You’ll find many tools out there to help you monitor your goals. They could be a to-do list or a calendar where you can cross off tasks or days as you complete them. 38 . It’s great to feel excited about achieving your small or big goal. But not every day will go exactly as planned. Life happens. 39 . Draft a list of the things that could get in your way. Make a plan for how to handle them. Now when an obstacle pops up, instead of losing motivation, you have a plan in place to keep the motivation going. 40 . This will make you no longer rely so much on feeling motivated. Choose something you already do every day to be a trigger (起因) for the action you want to make a habit. Write out an “if-then” plan. For example, if you want to create a habit of studying for a class every day, make your plan like this: If I pour my first cup of coffee then I will spend five minutes on my math homework. A．So plan for imperfection B．We all lose motivation from time to time C．But you should go all out for the progress D．Habits have positive effects on what we do E．Start by breaking it down into small parts F．Or you could draw a progress bar on a sheet of paper G．Another strategy is to make working toward your goal a habit 参考答案 36．B 37．E 38．F 39．A 40．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了实现目标需应对挑战并采取科学策略。 36．由上文“Setting a goal is a big step toward improving ourselves. But following through to achieve our purpose can be challenging. (设定目标是自我提升的一大步。但坚持到底实现我们的目标可能具有挑战性。)”可知，这里提到了实现目标可能具有挑战性，本空应讲述在实现目标过程中可能遇到的问题或困难。B选项“We all lose motivation from time to time (我们都会时不时地失去动力)”可知，能承接上文，指出了在实现目标过程中可能遇到的一个常见问题，即失去动力，符合题意。故选B。 37．由上文“Frequent small successes can turn drive into a long-term success. (频繁的小成功可以把动力转化为长期的成功。)”以及下文“Getting a new job might be a big goal. Small goals could be updating your resume or earning a certification. (找到一份新工作可能是一个大目标。小目标可以是更新你的简历或获得一个证书。)”可知，本空应强调将大目标分解为小目标的重要性。E选项“Start by breaking it down into small parts (从把它分解成小部分开始)”可知，能承上启下，提出了具体的做法，即把大目标分解成小部分，符合题意。故选E。 38．由上文“After setting your smaller goals, track your progress. Seeing progress can be highly exciting and motivating. You’ll find many tools out there to help you monitor your goals. They could be a to-do list or a calendar where you can cross off tasks or days as you complete them. (设定了较小的目标后，跟踪你的进展。看到进步是非常令人兴奋和有动力的。你会发现有很多工具可以帮助你监控你的目标。它们可以是一个待办事项清单或一个日历，你可以在完成任务或日期时划掉它们。)”可知，上文提到了跟踪进度的方法和工具，本空应继续列举其他可能的工具或方法。F选项“Or you could draw a progress bar on a sheet of paper (或者你可以在一张纸上画一个进度条)”是另一种跟踪进度的方法，能承接上文，符合题意。故选F。 39．由上文“It’s great to feel excited about achieving your small or big goal. But not every day will go exactly as planned. Life happens. (对实现你的小目标或大目标感到兴奋是很好的。但并不是每一天都会完全按照计划进行。生活中总会有意外发生。)”可知，上文提到了在实现目标过程中可能会遇到意外或计划外的情况，本空应讲述如何应对这些情况。A选项“So plan for imperfection (所以为不完美做计划)”能承接上文，提出了应对意外或计划外情况的方法，即提前计划，符合题意。故选A。 40．由下文“This will make you no longer rely so much on feeling motivated. Choose something you already do every day to be a trigger (起因) for the action you want to make a habit. (这将使你不再那么依赖感觉来激励自己。选择你每天已经做的事情作为你想要养成习惯的行动的触发因素。)”可知，下文提到了通过养成习惯来保持动力，不再完全依赖感觉。本空应强调让努力成为一种习惯。G选项“Another strategy is to make working toward your goal a habit (另一个策略是让朝着你的目标努力成为一种习惯)”引出了下文的内容，提出了另一种保持动力的策略，即养成习惯，符合题意。故选G。 （六） （2025·湖南永州·二模 ） What if we take a closer look at the food chains in a garden? 36 Or how, as we put it in another way, everything gardens. I began by looking at which larger predatory (捕食性的) creatures are in my garden. Some predators are at the tops of the food chains. Others, of course, can be both predators and prey (猎物). 37 Working out the place occupied by various wildlife in my garden comes next. With most creatures in the garden, including common pests (有害动物), the key to successfully living with them and preventing population explosions lies in understanding what they eat and what eats them, that is, their place within garden food chains. We also need to understand that there will never be just one food chain in operation. 38 Just think of the number of different things that will eat different insect species. Looking at who is eating what, when, and where in our gardens can help us not only understand our gardens better but also get them to function better and find our own place as a gardener within the systems. 39 While these creatures are sometimes considered pests, they are extremely beneficial to keep the ecosystem in balance. Seeing connections with an open mind can help a gardener understand nothing in the world works on its own. 40 A．Why should we work out what eats what in a garden? B．The interdependence between garden creatures is limited. C．Different creatures will compete over various forms of prey. D．We should always let nature do some of the gardening as well. E．Moles, for example, eat earthworms and are sometimes eaten by foxes. F．We may begin to truly understand how every creature shapes its environment. G．For example, tracing the food chains in my garden, I let field mice inhabit the space. 参考答案 36．F 37．E 38．C 39．G 40．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。介绍通过观察花园里生物链了解花园里的生态系统。 36．由上文“What if we take a closer look at the food chains in a garden? (如果我们仔细观察花园里的食物链会怎样呢？)”及下文“Or how, as we put it in another way, everything gardens. (或者，用另一种方式说，万物如何造园)”可知，上文提出了一个关于花园里食物链的问题，本空应对此问题进行回答，且与下文“万物如何造园”相一致。F选项“We may begin to truly understand how every creature shapes its environment. (我们可能开始真正了解每种生物是如何塑造其环境的。)”能够回应上文的问题，且指出每种生物是如何塑造其环境，与下文万物如何造园相一致，符合题意。故选F。 37．由上文“I began by looking at which larger predatory (捕食性的) creatures are in my garden. Some predators are at the tops of the food chains. Others, of course, can be both predators and prey (猎物). (我先看看我的花园里有哪些大型的捕食性生物。一些捕食者处于食物链的顶端。当然，其他的既可以是捕食者也可以是猎物。)”可知，上文提到了花园里的捕食者和猎物，本空应举例说明捕食者既可以是顶端捕食者也可以同时成为其他动物的食物，E选项“Moles, for example, eat earthworms and are sometimes eaten by foxes. (例如，鼹鼠吃蚯蚓，有时也被狐狸吃掉。)”举了一个捕食者和猎物的例子，能承接上文，符合题意。故选E。 38．由上文“We also need to understand that there will never be just one food chain in operation. (我们还需要明白，永远不会只有一条食物链在运行。)”及下文“Just think of the number of different things that will eat different insect species. (想想会有多少不同的东西吃不同的昆虫种类。)”可知，本空应强调花园里食物链的多样性，C选项“Different creatures will compete over various forms of prey. (不同的生物会为各种形式的猎物而竞争。)”说明了不同生物会因为食物而竞争，进一步说明了食物链的多样性，能承上启下，符合题意。故选C。 39．由上文“Looking at who is eating what, when, and where in our gardens can help us not only understand our gardens better but also get them to function better and find our own place as a gardener within the systems. (看看谁在花园里吃什么，什么时候吃，什么地方吃，这不仅能帮助我们更好地了解我们的花园，还能让它们更好地发挥作用，并在这个系统中找到我们作为园丁的位置。)”及下文“While these creatures are sometimes considered pests, they are extremely beneficial to keep the ecosystem in balance. (虽然这些生物有时被认为是害虫，但它们对保持生态系统的平衡非常有益。)”可知，本空应强调理解和接受花园中所有生物的角色对于维持生态平衡的重要性，G选项“For example, tracing the food chains in my garden, I let field mice inhabit the space. (例如，在追踪花园里的食物链时，我让田鼠栖息在这个空间里。)”提供了一个实际的例子，说明如何通过允许某些生物存在来维持生态平衡，能承上启下，符合题意。故选G。 40．由上文“Seeing connections with an open mind can help a gardener understand nothing in the world works on its own. (以开放的心态看待联系可以帮助园丁理解世界上没有什么东西是独自运作的。)”可知，上文强调以开放的心态看待联系，本空应强调大自然的园艺作用，D选项“We should always let nature do some of the gardening as well. (我们也应该让大自然做一些园艺工作。)”能承接上文，符合语境。故选D。 （七） （2025·长郡中学·二模 ） Effective communication is the process of expressing your thoughts, opinions, and ideas while listening to the input of others. Then how to communicate effectively? ·Organize your thoughts before speaking. Before you attempt to communicate ideas, organize your thoughts using key points. 36 That way, if you go off topic, you can easily come back to your main points without getting upset. ·Keep your audience in mind. If you’re giving a presentation, consider the interests, differences, and anticipated levels of knowledge on the topic you’re speaking on. For instance, if you’re lecturing a college-level Biology course, students should have a good grasp of evolution and cell theory. Similarly, if you’re lecturing students, you may want to choose visual aids to catch their attention. 37 ·Be clear when speaking. Be clear about your goal so your message comes across in a way that every listener can understand. 38 You want to speak at a volume level that is guaranteed to be heard. It may be helpful to remember the 5Cs of communication, which include clarity, conciseness (简洁), consistency, connection, and confidence. ·Maintain eye contact. Eye contact builds harmony, helps convince others you’re trustworthy and shows interest. During a conversation or presentation, maintain eye contact for as long as it feels natural. Generally, you’ll want to aim for 2 to 4 seconds at a time. 39 If you’re addressing a boardroom, look each member in the eye. Ignoring any single person can easily be taken as a sign of offense. ·Practise active listening skills. 40 By actively listening, you can judge how much of your message is getting through your listeners and whether or not it’s being received correctly. If your audience needs clarification, asking for feedback is often helpful. A．Communication is a two-way street. B．Remember to take in all of your audience. C．This helps individuals feel personally valued. D．Be sure to express clearly to avoid any kind of misunderstanding. E．Use charts in professional environments when presenting new ideas to clients. F．A good rule is to choose three main points to centre your conversation around. G．Common signs someone isn’t listening to you include looking bored and silence. 参考答案 36．F 37．E 38．D 39．C 40．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了进行有效沟通的方法，包括组织思维、了解听众、表达清晰、保持眼神交流和积极倾听等技巧。 36．根据上文“Before you attempt to communicate ideas, organize your thoughts using key points. (在你尝试交流想法之前，用关键点组织你的思维)”以及下文“That way, if you go off topic, you can easily come back to your main points without getting upset. (这样，如果你偏离了主题，你可以很容易地回到你的要点上，而不会感到不安)”说明要用关键点组织思维，空处承上启下，说明用关键点组织思维的方法。F选项“一个好的规则是选择三个要点作为你谈话的中心”符合语境。故选F。 37．上文“Similarly, if you’re lecturing students, you may want to choose visual aids to catch their attention. (同样，如果你在给学生讲课，你可能会选择视觉辅助工具来吸引他们的注意力)”说明给学生讲课可以用视觉辅助工具来吸引他们的注意力，空处承接上文，说明在不同的场合要用不同的方法。E选项“在向客户介绍新想法时，在专业环境中使用图表”符合语境。故选E。 38．上文“Be clear about your goal so your message comes across in a way that every listener can understand. (明确你的目标，这样你的信息就能以每个听众都能理解的方式传达出去)”说明要明确目标，让信息能被每个听众都理解。空处承接上文，进一步解释为什么清晰表达很重要。D选项“一定要表达清楚，避免任何形式的误解”符合语境。故选D。 39．上文“During a conversation or presentation, maintain eye contact for as long as it feels natural. Generally, you’ll want to aim for 2 to 4 seconds at a time. (在交谈或演讲时，保持眼神交流，只要感觉自然就行。一般来说，你每次的目光接触要达到2到4秒)”说明在交谈或演讲时要保持眼神交流，空处承接上文，进一步说明保持眼神交流的好处。C选项“这有助于个人感到自己被重视”符合语境。故选C。 40．下文提到“By actively listening, you can judge how much of your message is getting through your listeners and whether or not it’s being received correctly. (通过积极倾听，你可以判断你的信息有多少被听众理解了，以及它是否被正确接收了)”，A选项“沟通是双向的”说明了沟通需要双方互动，积极倾听体现了沟通双向性的一方面，引出后文内容，符合逻辑。故选A。 （八） （2025·长沙市一中·二模 ） Have you ever felt like you’re never happy with what you have? Do you think things could be better somewhere else even if they are good enough? This is what is called Grass Is Greener Syndrome (综合征). It is a syndrome where one always thinks the grass is greener on the other side. It can keep you from being glad for what is in your life now. 36 Here are some tips to overcome Grass Is Greener Syndrome. Practice gratitude and appreciation. By focusing on what we already have and being thankful for it, we can find happiness in our current situation. This helps prevent feelings of regret and dissatisfaction that often come with constantly comparing ourselves to others or daydreaming about a different life. 37 It also makes us recognize the value of our lives and relationships. Avoid comparisons. Comparisons can be a trap when it comes to dealing with Grass Is Greener Syndrome. Constantly comparing yourself or your situation to others is a feature of this syndrome. It’s easy to think that the grass is always greener on the other side. 38 Embrace imperfections. Embracing imperfections is a crucial step in overcoming Grass Is Greener Syndrome. 39 They include the faults both within ourselves and in our surroundings. By learning to accept that imperfections are a normal part of life, we can break free from the constant longing for something better. Embracing imperfections means acknowledging that no one and nothing is perfect, including ourselves. 40 Many people who experience this syndrome struggle with low self-esteem and feelings of unsafety. They constantly compare themselves to others and believe that they are not good enough or deserving of happiness. Addressing these problems involves challenging negative beliefs, seeking therapy or counseling (咨询), and practicing self-acceptance and personal growth. A．Deal with insecurities and self-doubt. B．Address problems of over-confidence. C．When it hits hard, this syndrome can cause many problems. D．Uncertainty and curiosity play a big part in creating the syndrome. E．One of the main signs of this syndrome is always searching for mistakes. F．However, this kind of thinking can lead to dissatisfaction and unhappiness. G．Developing an attitude of gratitude allows us to appreciate the present moment. 参考答案 36．C 37．G 38．F 39．E 40．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要解释了草更绿综合征的概念、表现、可能带来的问题，并给出了一些克服这种综合征的建议。 36．根据前文“Have you ever felt like you’re never happy with what you have? Do you think things could be better somewhere else even if they are good enough? This is what is called Grass Is Greener Syndrome (综合征). It is a syndrome where one always thinks the grass is greener on the other side. It can keep you from being glad for what is in your life now.(你是否曾经对你所拥有的感到不满意？你认为其他地方的情况会更好吗，即使他们已经足够好了？这就是所谓的草更绿综合征。这是一种综合症，人们总是认为另一边的草地更绿。它会阻止你为现在的生活感到高兴)”可知，前文介绍了什么是草更绿综合征，并点出它的危害，所以C项“When it hits hard, this syndrome can cause many problems.(当它严重发作时，这种综合征会引起许多问题)”进一步讲述危害性，承接上文，符合文意。故选C项。 37．根据前文“Practice gratitude and appreciation. By focusing on what we already have and being thankful for it, we can find happiness in our current situation. This helps prevent feelings of regret and dissatisfaction that often come with constantly comparing ourselves to others or daydreaming about a different life.(学会感恩和欣赏。通过关注我们已经拥有的，并对它心存感激，我们就能在现状中找到幸福。这有助于防止经常与他人比较或幻想不同生活而产生的遗憾和不满情绪)”可知，本段主要讲述通过感恩和欣赏当下的生活，来克服草更绿综合征，所以G项“Developing an attitude of gratitude allows us to appreciate the present moment.(培养一种感恩的态度能让我们欣赏当下)”符合本段主题，其中gratitude为同词复现。故选G项。 38．设空位于段尾，是对前文的总结，根据前文“Avoid comparisons. Comparisons can be a trap when it comes to dealing with Grass Is Greener Syndrome. Constantly comparing yourself or your situation to others is a feature of this syndrome. It’s easy to think that the grass is always greener on the other side.(避免进行比较。在应对草更绿综合征时，比较可能会成为一个陷阱。不断将自己或自己的处境与他人进行比较，正是这种综合征的一个特点。人们很容易认为，另一边的草总是更绿)”可知，F项“However, this kind of thinking can lead to dissatisfaction and unhappiness.(然而，这种想法会导致不满和不快乐)”是对前文的总结，构成转折关系，符合文意。故选F项。 39．根据前文“Embracing imperfections is a crucial step in overcoming Grass Is Greener Syndrome.(拥抱不完美是克服草更绿综合征的关键一步)”以及后文“They include the faults both within ourselves and in our surroundings.(它们既包括我们自身的缺点，也包括我们周围的缺点)”可知，本段主要讲述的是要接受不完美，空处内容应与接受不完美有关，所以E项“One of the main signs of this syndrome is always searching for mistakes.(这种综合症的一个主要迹象是总是寻找错误)”说明这种综合征的一个主要特征就是总是寻找错误或缺点，承接上文，引出下文，符合语境，故选E项。 40．设空位于段首，为本段中心句，根据后文“Many people who experience this syndrome struggle with low self-esteem and feelings of unsafety. They constantly compare themselves to others and believe that they are not good enough or deserving of happiness. Addressing these problems involves challenging negative beliefs, seeking therapy or counseling (咨询), and practicing self-acceptance and personal growth.(许多患有这种综合征的人都有自卑和不安全感。他们经常拿自己和别人比较，认为自己不够好，不配得到幸福。解决这些问题需要挑战消极信念，寻求治疗或咨询，练习自我接纳和个人成长)”可知，本段主要讲述克服自卑和不安全感，所以A项“Deal with insecurities and self-doubt.(处理不安全感和自我怀疑)”符合本段主题，为本段中心句。故选A项。 （九） （2025·湖南省九校联盟·二模 ） Complimenting (赞美) others is a simple yet powerful way to build better relationships, boost someone’s self-esteem, and spread positive energy. 36 . Here are some tips to help you become a master at complimenting others and make someone’s day. Be sincere in your words Sincerity is the foundation of a great compliment. People can usually tell whether a compliment is genuine or not. 37 . Instead, take the time to find something you truly admire about the person. For example, if you say, “Your hard work on this project really shows. I can see how much effort you’ve put in,” it will be much more meaningful than a casual, insincere “Good job.” 38 A compliment will feel more special when it’s clear you’ve noticed something that really matters to the person you’re talking to. For example, if your mother-in-law spends a lot of time cultivating her beautiful flower garden, you could compliment her on her excellent eye for color. Complimenting someone on what they’re really good at is a sure way to bring a smile to his or her face every time. Link to their goals or values If you know what a person values or what their goals are, you can tailor your compliment accordingly. 39 . For instance, if your friend is passionate about environmental protection and has organized a recycling campaign, you can say, “I really admire your dedication to protecting the environment. This recycling campaign is making a real difference, and it shows how much you care.” Add a positive prediction Ending your compliment with a positive prediction can make it even more powerful. 40 . For example, “You have a real talent for public speaking. I’m sure you’ll be a great speaker in the future and inspire many people.” By following these steps, you’ll become a master at making others feel valued and appreciated. A．Admire their personal achievements B．Avoid giving forced or insincere compliments C．It gives the person something to look forward to D．Don’t compliment someone just in complicated words E．This can make your compliment more relevant and meaningful F．However, not everyone knows how to give effective compliments G．A compliment should be in line with the situation and your goals 参考答案 36．F 37．B 38．A 39．E 40．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文，主要论述了四种不同的赞美策略来帮助大家掌握赞美的技巧。 36．根据上文“Complimenting (赞美) others is a simple yet powerful way to build better relationships, boost someone’s self-esteem, and spread positive energy. (赞美他人是一种简单而有力的方式，可以建立更好的关系，增强自尊，传播正能量。)”以及后文“Here are some tips to help you become a master at complimenting others and make someone’s day. (这里有一些技巧可以帮助你成为赞美别人的大师，让别人开心。)”可知，前一句突出了 compliment的作用，后一句提出一些建议来帮助如何更好地赞美，由此可知中间需要强调并非每一个人都能很好地给出有效的赞美。F选项“然而，并不是每个人都知道如何给予有效的赞美。”符合语境，故选F。 37．根据小标题“Be sincere in your words (说话真诚)”以及后文“Instead, take the time to find something you truly admire about the person. (相反，花点时间去寻找你真正欣赏这个人的地方。)”可知，本句与后文意义相反，说明不要给出不真诚的赞美，要真心去发现对方值得赞赏之处，故B选项“避免强加或不真诚的赞美”符合语境，故选B。 38．根据本段内容“A compliment will feel more special when it’s clear you’ve noticed something that really matters to the person you’re talking to. For example, if your mother-in-law spends a lot of time cultivating her beautiful flower garden, you could compliment her on her excellent eye for color. Complimenting someone on what they’re really good at is a sure way to bring a smile to his or her face every time. (当你清楚地注意到与你交谈的人真正关心的事情时，赞美会让人感觉更特别。例如，如果你的岳母花了很多时间培育她美丽的花园，你可以称赞她对颜色的出色眼光。赞美别人真正擅长的东西肯定能让他/她每次都面带微笑。)”可知，本段主要说明了要赞美对方个人擅长的有成就感的事情。故A选项“欣赏他们的个人成就”符合语境，故选A。 39．根据上文“If you know what a person values or what their goals are, you can tailor your compliment accordingly. (如果你知道一个人的价值观或他们的目标是什么，你可以相应地调整你的赞美。)”可知，上文建议根据对方的目标或价值观来赞美，本句承接上文，说明这样做的好处。故E选项“这可以使你的赞美更有针对性和意义”符合语境，故选E。 40．根据上文“Ending your compliment with a positive prediction can make it even more powerful. (用一个积极的预测来结束你的赞美会让它更有力量。)”以及后文“For example, “You have a real talent for public speaking. I’m sure you’ll be a great speaker in the future and inspire many people.”(例如，“你在公众演讲方面真的很有天赋。我相信你将来会成为一个伟大的演说家，激励很多人。”)”可知，该段强调积极的预测能让赞美更有力，本句解释了积极预测的作用，与后文例子相符。故C选项“这给了对方一些值得期待的东西”符合语境，故选C。 （十） （2025·长沙市一中·四月月考 ） It’s easy to recognize aggressive behaviour. Somebody says threatening things or maybe even uses physical abuse. 36 Simply put, passive-aggressive behaviour refers to behaviour that is indirect and typically results from negative feelings that the individual has difficulty directly — or openly — expressing. 37 The fact that it is often unnoticeable and not direct yet very aggressive causes victims to question whether they are imagining things. They may not understand what is happening at first, which is part of why it can be painful. Here are some signs of passive-aggressive behaviour, along with tips on how to deal with it. Backhanded compliments There’s a big difference between a compliment (“That’s a beautiful dress”) and a backhanded compliment (“That’s a beautiful dress — I had the same one in high school”). One makes you feel better; the other leaves you feeling worse. Then, how can you deal with offense hidden in compliments? 38 You may express to him/her that the offense was hurtful to you. You can alternatively choose to ignore it, but it’s important not to use it as a point of self-criticism. Remember, it’s about that person and his/her inappropriate behaviour — not about you. Refusal to state feelings A person is clearly bothered by something, but when you ask them what’s wrong, they shrug it off or say “nothing”. 39 It may be because they are themselves depressed. It may also be because they are scared of dealing with a negative emotion and don’t have the right skills for approaching it. 40 It is significant to welcome their expression of both negative and positive emotion. When we don’t give them a safe outlet to express their feelings, this can lead them to behave in a passive-aggressive manner. A．What drives people to act so rudely? B．Avoid conflict and let the comment slide. C．For receivers, it can be emotionally upsetting. D．Why do some people keep their feelings bottled inside? E．Share your feelings with someone you otherwise feel safe with. F．This is why it’s important not to tell children to “just get on with it”. G．Passive-aggressive behaviour, on the other hand, is harder to recognize. 参考答案 36．G 37．C 38．E 39．D 40．F 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了被动攻击行为的特点、影响以及应对方法。 36．上文“It’s easy to recognize aggressive behaviour. Somebody says threatening things or maybe even uses physical abuse.(很容易识别出攻击性行为。有人说威胁性的话，甚至使用身体暴力。)”描述了攻击性行为的表现，下文“Simply put, passive-aggressive behaviour refers to behaviour that is indirect and typically results from negative feelings that the individual has difficulty directly — or openly — expressing.(简单地说，被动攻击性行为指的是间接的行为，通常源于个人难以直接或公开表达的负面情绪。)”描述了被动攻击性行为的表现，设空处承上启下，与上文形成转折关系，G项“另一方面，被动攻击性行为更难识别。”符合语境。故选G项。 37．上文“Simply put, passive-aggressive behaviour refers to behaviour that is indirect and typically results from negative feelings that the individual has difficulty directly — or openly — expressing.(简单地说，被动攻击性行为指的是间接的行为，通常源于个人难以直接或公开表达的负面情绪。)”指出被动攻击性行为源于负面情绪，C项“对于接收者来说，这可能会让他们情绪低落。”承接上文，指出被动攻击性行为对接收者的影响，且下文“The fact that it is often unnoticeable and not direct yet very aggressive causes victims to question whether they are imagining things.(事实上，它通常是不明显的，也不是直接的，但却非常具有攻击性，这让受害者怀疑自己是否在想象。)”进一步解释了被动攻击性行为对接收者的影响。故选C项。 38．上文“Then, how can you deal with offense hidden in compliments?(那么，你该如何应对赞美中隐藏的冒犯呢？)”提出问题，下文“You may express to him/her that the offense was hurtful to you. You can alternatively choose to ignore it...(你可以向他/她表达这种冒犯伤害了你。或者你也可以选择忽略它……)”给出了应对方法，E项“和你感觉安全的人分享你的感受”也是一种应对方式，且从逻辑上来说，先分享感受，再决定是表达伤害还是忽略，符合语境。故选E。 39．上文“A person is clearly bothered by something, but when you ask them what’s wrong, they shrug it off or say nothing.(一个人显然被某事困扰着，但当你问他们怎么了，他们会耸耸肩说没什么。)”描述了一种行为表现，下文“It may be because they are themselves depressed. It may also be because they are scared of dealing with a negative emotion and don’t have the right skills for approaching it.(这可能是因为他们自己也很沮丧。也可能是因为他们害怕处理负面情绪，没有正确的方法来处理。)”解释了有这种行为表现的原因，设空处承上启下，D项“为什么有些人把感情藏在心里？”符合语境。故选D项。 40．上文“It may be because they are themselves depressed. It may also be because they are scared of dealing with a negative emotion and don’t have the right skills for approaching it.(这可能是因为他们自己也很沮丧。也可能是因为他们害怕处理负面情绪，没有正确的方法来处理。)”解释了有些人把感情藏在心里的原因，下文“It is significant to welcome their expression of both negative and positive emotion.(欢迎他们表达积极和消极的情绪是很重要的。)”指出要欢迎他们表达情绪，设空处与下文形成因果关系，F项“这就是为什么重要的是不要告诉孩子“继续做下去”。”符合语境。故选F项。 （11） （2025·湖南岳阳·二模 ） Just a few degrees’ difference can turn a dull rainy day into an almost magical scene full of snow. “It’s more glorious and beautiful than everything else” in weather, says Alan Stewart, a weather and climate psychologist at the University of Georgia. 36 But there are some powerful scientific reasons why many people are so attracted by gently falling snowflakes. For some people in northern America, they may grow up intentionally turning pajamas (睡衣) inside out and backward in hopes of calling forth some snowflakes. 37 Those joyful days when sitting in school turned into one that was instead filled with snowball fights. But there are also plenty of reasons snow can appeal to people without that fond memory of something past. 38 For example, says writer Kari Leibowitz, freshly fallen snow is loose enough to absorb sound well, making the world quieter. 39 “There’s something about the clean, fresh, white snow that is very pleasing,” says Leibowitz, who has written a book about mental health in winter. One aspect of that visual appeal, she adds, is the way snow reflects light in the darker months. “A lot of people really struggle with winter darkness as much as they struggle with the cold,” she says. “And so the brightening effect of the snow, I think, is really powerful.” Snow changes the very shape of the world people see around them. 40 Things that you look at every day suddenly can appear very different. Leibowitze says, “I think the snow and the ice give us things to engage with in sensory ways that can be very playful and very childlike.” A．Of course, snow has its haters. B．It reminds us of the beauty of nature. C．Snow reflects brightness and coldness in winter. D．And it plays even more strongly on our sense of sight. E．Snow can be a powerful reminder of childhood snow days. F．A fresh blanket of it hides and yet reveals our surroundings. G．Snow quite literally transforms our sound experience of the world. 参考答案 36．A 37．E 38．G 39．D 40．F 【导语】这是一篇说明文，主要讲述了雪带给人们美好和愉悦的感觉，它的独特魅力源于其视觉、听觉和情感上的影响。 36．前文的“Just a few degrees’ difference can turn a dull rainy day into an almost magical scene full of snow. “It’s more glorious and beautiful than everything else” in weather, says Alan Stewart, a weather and climate psychologist at the University of Georgia.(气温仅仅几度之差，就能让一个平淡无奇的雨天变成一个充满雪花的近乎神奇的场景。佐治亚大学的天气与气候心理学家艾伦·斯图尔特说：“在天气方面，它比其他一切都更壮丽、更美丽。”)”赞美雪的美丽，空格后出现But一词表示转折，引出许多人喜欢雪花的原因，选项A(当然，也有讨厌雪花的人)与上文衔接通顺，并与下文在逻辑上构成转折关系，即“尽管有人讨厌雪，但科学原因解释其具有吸引力”。故选A。 37．前文的“For some people in northern America, they may grow up intentionally turning pajamas inside out and backward in hopes of calling forth some snowflakes.(在北美的一些地方，有些人从小就被教导故意把睡衣反穿、反扣，希望能借此召唤雪花飘落。)”提到北美孩子通过翻转睡衣祈求下雪，选项E(雪能让人想起童年的雪天。)与上文衔接通顺，并引出下文提到的“joyful days”，雪可以让人们回忆起雪天的快乐时光。故选E。 38．前文的“But there are also plenty of reasons snow can appeal to people without that fond memory of something past.(但即便没有对过往美好事物的怀念，雪也有许多能吸引人的地方。)”引出空格处雪吸引人的其他原因，G项(雪确实改变了我们对声音的体验。)正是在描述原因，并且空后通过举例说明雪吸收声音，使世界更安静，这个例子与该选项匹配，描述了雪如何改变人们对声音的体验。故选G。 39．后文的““There’s something about the clean, fresh, white snow that is very pleasing,” says Leibowitz, who has written a book about mental health in winter. One aspect of that visual appeal, she adds, is the way snow reflects light in the darker months. “A lot of people really struggle with winter darkness as much as they struggle with the cold,” she says. “And so the brightening effect of the snow, I think, is really powerful.”(莱博维茨曾写过一本关于冬季心理健康的书，他说：“干净、清新、洁白的雪让人非常愉悦。”她补充说，这种视觉吸引力的一个方面是雪在黑暗月份反射光线的方式。她说：“很多人与冬天的黑暗作斗争，就像他们与寒冷作斗争一样。”“所以我认为，雪的明亮效果非常强大。”)”重点描述雪的视觉美感，如反射光线、对抗冬季黑暗，选项D(它更强烈地作用于我们的视觉。)点明雪对于视觉感官的作用，与空格后的内容一致，适合作为主题句。故选D。 40．前文的“Snow changes the very shape of the world people see around them. (雪改变了人们所看到的世界的形状。)”和后文的“Things that you look at every day suddenly can appear very different. Leibowitze says, “I think the snow and the ice give us things to engage with in sensory ways that can be very playful and very childlike.”(你每天看到的东西会突然变得很不一样。Leibowitze说：“我认为雪和冰给了我们以感官方式参与的东西，可以非常有趣和非常孩子气。”)”指出了雪改变周围事物的形状，选项F (新雪覆盖并揭示周围环境。)的描述指出了新雪让人们看到了不一样的世界，符合本段雪覆盖后环境产生了变化的描述。故选F。 （十二） （2025·湖南长沙·二轮复习联考 ） If you find that it’s challenging to decrease your cellphone use, you should know that it’s not because you have poor willpower. “It’s hard to change your habits around your phone use because our phones are thoughtfully designed to attract our attention and make it difficult to turn away,” Catherine Price, author of How to Break Up With Your Phone, explains. 36 Think about your “why”. Price recommends that you figure out a positive goal to focus on. “In other words, ask yourself what you want to be spending your time and attention on,” Price said. You can also regard this as your “why”. Next, identify how your phone is interfering with your priorities. 37 So, if your priority is reading new books but you find yourself browsing social media instead, get your phone out of your bedroom. Turn on your phone’s grayscale(灰度) setting. One way to make your phone less interesting is by turning on the grayscale feature. The bright colors and movement on a screen hit our dopamine(多巴胺) receptors that are of addictive qualities. 38 In fact, those who turned on their grayscale setting were less attracted to pick up their phone than those who did not use this tool. 39 The sound of incoming texts and emails is hard to ignore. “If you have your phone on loud and you have notifications going, the minute you see that screen light up or you hear that little ding, you immediately stop to check it,” Price says. It can be helpful to set your phone to silent mode to avoid this. Move your phone away from your body. When something is constantly within your sight, it’s only natural to want to reach for it. Remember to get your phone away from your body and out of your view to fight this. 40 A. Put your phone on silent. B. Turn off non-essential notifications. C. So when the colors are less bright, you will be less addicted. D. Instead, they trick your brain into wanting to check your phone less. E. But there still are a number of effective ways to decrease your phone use. F. By doing that you can decide what you can do to focus on those priorities easily. G. You can try leaving your phone upstairs or in the kitchen while watching a movie. 参考答案： 36—40 EFCAG （十三） （2025·湖南名校联合体·仿真联考一 ） Opportunities for cultural exchange experiences are everywhere. One such way is becoming an au pair(互惠生), a unique opportunity for young individuals to live with a host family in a foreign country while providing childcare and experiencing a new culture. 36 Unlike a nanny(保姆), au pairs are considered temporary members of the host family, participating in daily life and cultural activities. 37 It can challenge you to step outside your comfort zone, adapt to new environments, and develop valuable life skills. And you’ll have the chance to explore the neighbouring regions during your free time. Most importantly, being an au pair offers a cost-effective way to live abroad without the financial burden of traditional travel expenses. Au pair placements typically last from six months to one year, although shorter or longer arrangements are possible. Au pair duties typically include childcare, such as playing with children, helping with homework, preparing meals, and light housekeeping related to the children’s areas. 38 There are some countries with the best au pair opportunities. The United States is known for its diverse cultural landscape and vast geographic expanse, offering au pairs a wide range of host family options and cultural experiences. Germany has strong economy, historical culture, and emphasis on work-life balance. 39 And France is a popular destination for au pairs seeking a taste of European culture. So, if you’re ready to follow the plan and start your au pair journey, consider seeking help from reliable agencies to move the process forward with confidence and begin the adventure of a lifetime. 40 So you can better deal with the challenges and rewards that wait for you as an au pair. Let your journey begin! A. The au pair services the family for free. B. You can choose housework you’re good at. C. An au pair lives with the host family on equal terms. D. You’ll be more prepared with the support and guidance. E. Being an au pair provides an opportunity to improve yourself. F. It attracts many au pairs seeking professional and cultural growth. G. However, specific responsibilities can be different in different families. 参考答案 36—40 CEGFD （十四） （2025·湖南郴州·四月综合模拟） In a world increasingly dominated by mass production and globalized markets, the importance of supporting local artists cannot be overstated. Local artists serve as the lifeblood of creative communities. ___36___ We support local artists for the diversity and richness they bring to our cultural tapestry (织锦). Mass-produced goods often prioritize uniformity and market trends. ___37___ By supporting local artists, we not only encourage the exploration of new artistic frontiers but also foster a sense of cultural vitality within our communities. ___38___ When we purchase artwork directly from local artists or attend their performances and events, we invest in the livelihoods of individuals who enrich our neighborhoods and contribute to the local economy. Mass-produced goods often benefit large companies and distant supply chains. Supporting local artists ensures that a greater proportion of our financial resources circulate within the community, improving economic resilience (恢复力) and energy. ___39___ In this way we help create jobs and opportunities for promising artists, strengthening the creative ecosystem for future generations. Local artists serve as managers of our collective cultural identity and heritage. ___40___ Whether drawing inspiration from ancestral folklore (民间传说), regional landscapes, or contemporary social issues, local artists offer a lens through which we can explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of human experience. By supporting local artists, we favour the value of cultural expression and the power of art to transcend boundaries and unite communities. A. Local culture is a valuable treasure remaining to be found. B. They enrich the cultural landscape and deserve our huge backup. C. We tend to see distant art exhibitions to broaden our narrow horizons. D. We are advised to visit local art galleries, studios and performance venues. E. Besides, supporting local artists contributes to our economic sustainability. F. They preserve traditions and tales that might otherwise be overlooked or forgotten. G. However, local artists offer refreshing styles, techniques, and mediums of individuality. 参考答案 36. B 37. G 38. E 39. D 40. F 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要论述了支持本地艺术家的重要性。 36.上文“Local artists serve as the lifeblood of creative communities.(本地艺术家是创意社区的生命线)”强调了本地艺术家的重要性，空处应该是对本地艺术家重要性的进一步解释或补充。选项B“They enrich the cultural landscape and deserve our huge backup.(他们丰富了文化景观，值得我们大力支持)”进一步阐述了本地艺术家的重要性。故选B。 37.上文“Mass-produced goods often prioritize uniformity and market trends.(批量生产的商品往往优先考虑统一性和市场趋势)”说明了批量生产商品的特点；下文“By supporting local artists, we not only encourage the exploration of new artistic frontiers but also foster a sense of cultural vitality within our communities.(通过支持本地艺术家，我们不仅鼓励探索新的艺术领域，还能在我们的社区中培养一种文化活力)”强调了支持本地艺术家可以带来新的艺术风格和活力。选项G“However, local artists offer refreshing styles, techniques, and mediums of individuality.(然而，本地艺术家提供了令人耳目一新的风格、技巧和个性化的媒介)”与上文形成了转折关系，并且与下文相呼应，说明了本地艺术家与批量生产商品的不同之处。故选G。 38.此空为段落首句，应概括该段落的主旨。下文“When we purchase artwork directly from local artists or attend their performances and events, we invest in the livelihoods of individuals who enrich our neighborhoods and contribute to the local economy.(当我们直接从本地艺术家那里购买艺术品或参加他们的表演和活动时，我们是在投资那些丰富我们社区、为当地经济做出贡献的人的生计)”强调了支持本地艺术家对当地经济的贡献。选项E“Besides, supporting local artists contributes to our economic sustainability.(此外，支持本地艺术家有助于我们的经济可持续性)”概括了该段落的主旨。故选E。 39.上文“Supporting local artists ensures that a greater proportion of our financial resources circulate within the community, improving economic resilience and energy.(支持本地艺术家可以确保我们的金融资源中有更大一部分在社区内流通，提高经济的恢复力和活力)”强调了支持本地艺术家对当地经济的积极影响，下文“In this way we help create jobs and opportunities for promising artists, strengthening the creative ecosystem for future generations.(通过这种方式，我们帮助有前途的艺术家创造就业机会，为后代加强创意生态系统)”说明了支持本地艺术家的具体做法和积极影响。选项D“We are advised to visit local art galleries, studios and performance venues.(我们被建议参观当地的艺术画廊、工作室和表演场所)”提出了一种支持本地艺术家的具体做法。故选D。 40.上文“Local artists serve as managers of our collective cultural identity and heritage.(本地艺术家是我们共同文化身份和遗产的管理者)”强调了本地艺术家在文化传承方面的重要作用；下文“Whether drawing inspiration from ancestral folklore, regional landscapes, or contemporary social issues, local artists offer a lens through which we can explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of human experience.(无论是从祖先的民间传说、地区景观还是当代社会问题中汲取灵感，本地艺术家都为我们提供了一个视角，让我们能够探索和庆祝人类经验的多样性)”说明了本地艺术家在文化传承和表达方面的具体作用。选项F“They preserve traditions and tales that might otherwise be overlooked or forgotten.(他们保存了那些可能被忽视或遗忘的传统和故事)”与上下文相呼应，进一步强调了本地艺术家在文化传承方面的重要作用。故选F。 1 / 19 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 专题05 七选五 （一） （2025·湖南·二模 ） It’s common for you to pressure your children to be smarter. 36 Forcing children to study may be the easiest way for them to learn, but not the best way. There are several guidelines you can follow so that your children see studying as a way to acquire new things. You should always remember you are not a teacher. Although you need to guarantee that your children are completing their homework without any mistakes, you shouldn’t do the homework for them. If you do, your children won’t be able to address their own issues and will always depend on others for help. 37 Besides, be cautious about rewarding children for good grades. If you abuse this, your children will only attempt to study for a reward. Getting bad grades, they’ll feel like a failure. Thus, it’s better to praise your children when they pass a test. 38 This way, they’ll see their mistakes as opportunities to improve and not see themselves as failures. 39 If you only spare no efforts to force your children to study, both you and they will be frustrated. Therefore, place emphasis on devoting time to other activities that are fundamental to your children’s development, like playing sports and watching movies. Some parents hold the belief that mental disorders lead to children’s lack of interest in study. 40 It’s very likely that their children are simply demotivated or disinterested. Therefore, it’s good to take the above tips into account. As a result, your children may find a genuine desire to study and do their own homework. A．That’s not necessarily the case. B．It is teachers’ duty to correct homework mistakes. C．You may enroll them in various after-class courses. D．If not, patiently show them how to do better next time. E．Instead, offer them guidance and tools to do self-research. F．Vital as study is, it’s not the only thing kids must focus on. G．Even if they fail in exams, you’d better control your temper. （二） （2025·湖南衡阳·二模 ） Sometimes you know that you should decline a request, but somehow end up reluctantly taking on an additional responsibility. 36 If you struggle with setting boundaries, don’t despair. Here are ways to sharpen this tool. Don’t ignore how you feel. Emotions are not just in your head. You can feel them throughout your body. When someone approaches you with a request, pay attention to your body’s response. It tells you how to respond before you even say a word. For example, as they speak, you might feel muscle tension. 37 Don’t overexplain yourself. In an effort to cope with difficult emotions such as guilt, you tend to overshare the reasons for refusal. However, the more information you share, the more likely you are to be manipulated into saying yes. Sharing information gives others the opportunity to break through your boundaries. 38 You can be kind and direct when setting boundaries. 39 When someone approaches you with a request, a common method is to buy time. By doing this, you hope that they will forget it, and that you will be off the hook. However, this method does not work. Not resolving the matter in real time allows emotional forces such as guilt to influence you. As a result, a delayed no may turn into a reluctant yes. Set boundaries often. Becoming proficient in any skill takes time, and so does setting boundaries. Initially, it may be uncomfortable. You may struggle for words or not sound convincing, but over time, it gets easier. 40 Constantly walking on eggshells for fear of upsetting people is an exhausting way to live. A．Don’t delay giving your response. B．Don’t ignore the method of delay. C．That’s your body’s signal to refuse. D．The reason is that you lack firm boundaries. E．Remember, not setting boundaries is tough too. F．When saying no, you should keep it short and sweet. G．Try to understand others’ perspectives before setting boundaries. （三） （2025·湖南邵阳·二模 ） Mental resilience (韧性) has become a vital skill in today’s fast-paced world. 36 Research indicates that individuals with high resilience levels are 35 % more likely to maintain mental health during long-term stress. Let’s explore scientific ally proven methods to strengthen this ability. The Main Idea Explained Resilience is not about reducing stress but managing it effectively. Emerging neurobiological evidence sheds light on this positively adaptive process. 37 Neuroscientists (神经学家) compare it to muscle training: facing proper challenged regularly improved mental ability to adjust. For instance, A 2023 Harvard study showed that proper stress increased brain thickness in areas related to making decisions. Physical Activity as a Foundation Exercise is universally recognized as a key resilience-building tool. During aerobic workouts, the body producers BDNF (脑源性神经营养因子), a protein important for brain development. 38 Meanwhile, this chemical process not only improved mood but also strengthens mental abilities. To maximize benefits, experts suggest combining 30 minutes of daily exercise with relaxation methods such as deep breathing. The Power of Social Bonds Human beings succeed through meaningful connections. Strong social networks act as psychological safety nets during c rises. 39 A Stanford University study over many years found that people with strong social support recovered 50 % faster from emotional difficulties than those who were isolated. Surprisingly, online communication through video calls was 80 % as effective as face-to-face meetings in recent tests. Methods to Change Negative Thoughts How we view difficulties shapes our mental resilience. Psychologists suggest changing extreme negative ideas like “I can’t handle this” into positive views such as “This is hard but possible.” 2022 study found that daily gratitude practice lowers stress hormones by 25 % in three weeks. 40 A．Therefore, building strong connections should be a key goal. B．Creative activities like painting unexpectedly better stress tolerance. C．Workplace culture significantly impacts employees’ stress management. D．This natural process helps maintain stable emotions and enhanced clear thinking. E．Moreover, actively noticing small daily successes helps develop positive thinking. F．This psychological training strengthens the brain’s ability to handle future challengers. G．It refers to the ability to recover from difficulties while keeping basic operations running. （四） （2025·湖南省新高考教学教研联盟·二模 ） As a single adult with a big extended family, I consider myself a true expert on the “kids table”. While one might think that only kids will be assigned to the “kids table”, some hosts held the opposite view: 36 . So single grown-ups, college students and high-schoolers are all fair game for “kids table” placement. The very nebulous (模糊的) rules around kids tables at holiday events made me wonder whether these separate areas are really the best way to integrate pint-sized guests into a festive party, so 1 decided to ask a group of experts about whether they recommend these arrangements for kids of all ages. 37 “Having a kids table at a family holiday event can be a fantastic opportunity for kids to connect and build their own relationships and even gain a sense of independence.” said Claire Weinberg, child therapist in Bethesda, Maryland. The advice from Amy Abbott, the founder, owner and creative director of Amy Abbott Events also proves it: For larger events, dividing kids tables by age is a great idea. For example, if the host’s children are involved, each can have their own table with friends and family of a similar age. 38 . On the other hand, seating kids among the adults together can help kids learn social skills. “Separating children from adults is not what I would consider a best practice. 39 .including eating behaviors, social emotional skills, language, and even fine motor skills,” explained Joy Kennedy, developmental psychologist and researcher at the Education Development Center. That’s why many of our surveyed experts recommended mixing age groups together. “For some kids, large gatherings can feel overwhelming. 40 , if that’s the case. It can be helpful to talk to your child before the event about what they might experience and to discuss anything they may need to feel comfortable and safe.” A．Adults act as models for a host of things B．It can also give parents a break from the chaos C．Preparing them in advance can make a big difference D．It is a catch-all for any guest who isn’t a partnered adult E．For younger children, sitting with adults can be stressful F．Special menus will be even tailored to the different age groups G．Kids tables can be a fun way to give younger guests independence （五） （2025·湖南省一起考·二模 ） Setting a goal is a big step toward improving ourselves. But following through to achieve our purpose can be challenging. 36 . When you’re feeling unmotivated, try one of these science-backed strategies to get yourself back on track. Frequent small successes can turn drive into a long-term success. 37 , whatever your big goal may be. Getting a new job might be a big goal. Small goals could be updating your resume or earning a certification. After setting your smaller goals, track your progress. Seeing progress can be highly exciting and motivating. You’ll find many tools out there to help you monitor your goals. They could be a to-do list or a calendar where you can cross off tasks or days as you complete them. 38 . It’s great to feel excited about achieving your small or big goal. But not every day will go exactly as planned. Life happens. 39 . Draft a list of the things that could get in your way. Make a plan for how to handle them. Now when an obstacle pops up, instead of losing motivation, you have a plan in place to keep the motivation going. 40 . This will make you no longer rely so much on feeling motivated. Choose something you already do every day to be a trigger (起因) for the action you want to make a habit. Write out an “if-then” plan. For example, if you want to create a habit of studying for a class every day, make your plan like this: If I pour my first cup of coffee then I will spend five minutes on my math homework. A．So plan for imperfection B．We all lose motivation from time to time C．But you should go all out for the progress D．Habits have positive effects on what we do E．Start by breaking it down into small parts F．Or you could draw a progress bar on a sheet of paper G．Another strategy is to make working toward your goal a habit （六） （2025·湖南永州·二模 ） What if we take a closer look at the food chains in a garden? 36 Or how, as we put it in another way, everything gardens. I began by looking at which larger predatory (捕食性的) creatures are in my garden. Some predators are at the tops of the food chains. Others, of course, can be both predators and prey (猎物). 37 Working out the place occupied by various wildlife in my garden comes next. With most creatures in the garden, including common pests (有害动物), the key to successfully living with them and preventing population explosions lies in understanding what they eat and what eats them, that is, their place within garden food chains. We also need to understand that there will never be just one food chain in operation. 38 Just think of the number of different things that will eat different insect species. Looking at who is eating what, when, and where in our gardens can help us not only understand our gardens better but also get them to function better and find our own place as a gardener within the systems. 39 While these creatures are sometimes considered pests, they are extremely beneficial to keep the ecosystem in balance. Seeing connections with an open mind can help a gardener understand nothing in the world works on its own. 40 A．Why should we work out what eats what in a garden? B．The interdependence between garden creatures is limited. C．Different creatures will compete over various forms of prey. D．We should always let nature do some of the gardening as well. E．Moles, for example, eat earthworms and are sometimes eaten by foxes. F．We may begin to truly understand how every creature shapes its environment. G．For example, tracing the food chains in my garden, I let field mice inhabit the space. （七） （2025·长郡中学·二模 ） Effective communication is the process of expressing your thoughts, opinions, and ideas while listening to the input of others. Then how to communicate effectively? ·Organize your thoughts before speaking. Before you attempt to communicate ideas, organize your thoughts using key points. 36 That way, if you go off topic, you can easily come back to your main points without getting upset. ·Keep your audience in mind. If you’re giving a presentation, consider the interests, differences, and anticipated levels of knowledge on the topic you’re speaking on. For instance, if you’re lecturing a college-level Biology course, students should have a good grasp of evolution and cell theory. Similarly, if you’re lecturing students, you may want to choose visual aids to catch their attention. 37 ·Be clear when speaking. Be clear about your goal so your message comes across in a way that every listener can understand. 38 You want to speak at a volume level that is guaranteed to be heard. It may be helpful to remember the 5Cs of communication, which include clarity, conciseness (简洁), consistency, connection, and confidence. ·Maintain eye contact. Eye contact builds harmony, helps convince others you’re trustworthy and shows interest. During a conversation or presentation, maintain eye contact for as long as it feels natural. Generally, you’ll want to aim for 2 to 4 seconds at a time. 39 If you’re addressing a boardroom, look each member in the eye. Ignoring any single person can easily be taken as a sign of offense. ·Practise active listening skills. 40 By actively listening, you can judge how much of your message is getting through your listeners and whether or not it’s being received correctly. If your audience needs clarification, asking for feedback is often helpful. A．Communication is a two-way street. B．Remember to take in all of your audience. C．This helps individuals feel personally valued. D．Be sure to express clearly to avoid any kind of misunderstanding. E．Use charts in professional environments when presenting new ideas to clients. F．A good rule is to choose three main points to centre your conversation around. G．Common signs someone isn’t listening to you include looking bored and silence. （八） （2025·长沙市一中·二模 ） Have you ever felt like you’re never happy with what you have? Do you think things could be better somewhere else even if they are good enough? This is what is called Grass Is Greener Syndrome (综合征). It is a syndrome where one always thinks the grass is greener on the other side. It can keep you from being glad for what is in your life now. 36 Here are some tips to overcome Grass Is Greener Syndrome. Practice gratitude and appreciation. By focusing on what we already have and being thankful for it, we can find happiness in our current situation. This helps prevent feelings of regret and dissatisfaction that often come with constantly comparing ourselves to others or daydreaming about a different life. 37 It also makes us recognize the value of our lives and relationships. Avoid comparisons. Comparisons can be a trap when it comes to dealing with Grass Is Greener Syndrome. Constantly comparing yourself or your situation to others is a feature of this syndrome. It’s easy to think that the grass is always greener on the other side. 38 Embrace imperfections. Embracing imperfections is a crucial step in overcoming Grass Is Greener Syndrome. 39 They include the faults both within ourselves and in our surroundings. By learning to accept that imperfections are a normal part of life, we can break free from the constant longing for something better. Embracing imperfections means acknowledging that no one and nothing is perfect, including ourselves. 40 Many people who experience this syndrome struggle with low self-esteem and feelings of unsafety. They constantly compare themselves to others and believe that they are not good enough or deserving of happiness. Addressing these problems involves challenging negative beliefs, seeking therapy or counseling (咨询), and practicing self-acceptance and personal growth. A．Deal with insecurities and self-doubt. B．Address problems of over-confidence. C．When it hits hard, this syndrome can cause many problems. D．Uncertainty and curiosity play a big part in creating the syndrome. E．One of the main signs of this syndrome is always searching for mistakes. F．However, this kind of thinking can lead to dissatisfaction and unhappiness. G．Developing an attitude of gratitude allows us to appreciate the present moment. （九） （2025·湖南省九校联盟·二模 ） Complimenting (赞美) others is a simple yet powerful way to build better relationships, boost someone’s self-esteem, and spread positive energy. 36 . Here are some tips to help you become a master at complimenting others and make someone’s day. Be sincere in your words Sincerity is the foundation of a great compliment. People can usually tell whether a compliment is genuine or not. 37 . Instead, take the time to find something you truly admire about the person. For example, if you say, “Your hard work on this project really shows. I can see how much effort you’ve put in,” it will be much more meaningful than a casual, insincere “Good job.” 38 A compliment will feel more special when it’s clear you’ve noticed something that really matters to the person you’re talking to. For example, if your mother-in-law spends a lot of time cultivating her beautiful flower garden, you could compliment her on her excellent eye for color. Complimenting someone on what they’re really good at is a sure way to bring a smile to his or her face every time. Link to their goals or values If you know what a person values or what their goals are, you can tailor your compliment accordingly. 39 . For instance, if your friend is passionate about environmental protection and has organized a recycling campaign, you can say, “I really admire your dedication to protecting the environment. This recycling campaign is making a real difference, and it shows how much you care.” Add a positive prediction Ending your compliment with a positive prediction can make it even more powerful. 40 . For example, “You have a real talent for public speaking. I’m sure you’ll be a great speaker in the future and inspire many people.” By following these steps, you’ll become a master at making others feel valued and appreciated. A．Admire their personal achievements B．Avoid giving forced or insincere compliments C．It gives the person something to look forward to D．Don’t compliment someone just in complicated words E．This can make your compliment more relevant and meaningful F．However, not everyone knows how to give effective compliments G．A compliment should be in line with the situation and your goals （十） （2025·长沙市一中·四月月考 ） It’s easy to recognize aggressive behaviour. Somebody says threatening things or maybe even uses physical abuse. 36 Simply put, passive-aggressive behaviour refers to behaviour that is indirect and typically results from negative feelings that the individual has difficulty directly — or openly — expressing. 37 The fact that it is often unnoticeable and not direct yet very aggressive causes victims to question whether they are imagining things. They may not understand what is happening at first, which is part of why it can be painful. Here are some signs of passive-aggressive behaviour, along with tips on how to deal with it. Backhanded compliments There’s a big difference between a compliment (“That’s a beautiful dress”) and a backhanded compliment (“That’s a beautiful dress — I had the same one in high school”). One makes you feel better; the other leaves you feeling worse. Then, how can you deal with offense hidden in compliments? 38 You may express to him/her that the offense was hurtful to you. You can alternatively choose to ignore it, but it’s important not to use it as a point of self-criticism. Remember, it’s about that person and his/her inappropriate behaviour — not about you. Refusal to state feelings A person is clearly bothered by something, but when you ask them what’s wrong, they shrug it off or say “nothing”. 39 It may be because they are themselves depressed. It may also be because they are scared of dealing with a negative emotion and don’t have the right skills for approaching it. 40 It is significant to welcome their expression of both negative and positive emotion. When we don’t give them a safe outlet to express their feelings, this can lead them to behave in a passive-aggressive manner. A．What drives people to act so rudely? B．Avoid conflict and let the comment slide. C．For receivers, it can be emotionally upsetting. D．Why do some people keep their feelings bottled inside? E．Share your feelings with someone you otherwise feel safe with. F．This is why it’s important not to tell children to “just get on with it”. G．Passive-aggressive behaviour, on the other hand, is harder to recognize. （11） （2025·湖南岳阳·二模 ） Just a few degrees’ difference can turn a dull rainy day into an almost magical scene full of snow. “It’s more glorious and beautiful than everything else” in weather, says Alan Stewart, a weather and climate psychologist at the University of Georgia. 36 But there are some powerful scientific reasons why many people are so attracted by gently falling snowflakes. For some people in northern America, they may grow up intentionally turning pajamas (睡衣) inside out and backward in hopes of calling forth some snowflakes. 37 Those joyful days when sitting in school turned into one that was instead filled with snowball fights. But there are also plenty of reasons snow can appeal to people without that fond memory of something past. 38 For example, says writer Kari Leibowitz, freshly fallen snow is loose enough to absorb sound well, making the world quieter. 39 “There’s something about the clean, fresh, white snow that is very pleasing,” says Leibowitz, who has written a book about mental health in winter. One aspect of that visual appeal, she adds, is the way snow reflects light in the darker months. “A lot of people really struggle with winter darkness as much as they struggle with the cold,” she says. “And so the brightening effect of the snow, I think, is really powerful.” Snow changes the very shape of the world people see around them. 40 Things that you look at every day suddenly can appear very different. Leibowitze says, “I think the snow and the ice give us things to engage with in sensory ways that can be very playful and very childlike.” A．Of course, snow has its haters. B．It reminds us of the beauty of nature. C．Snow reflects brightness and coldness in winter. D．And it plays even more strongly on our sense of sight. E．Snow can be a powerful reminder of childhood snow days. F．A fresh blanket of it hides and yet reveals our surroundings. G．Snow quite literally transforms our sound experience of the world. （十二） （2025·湖南长沙·二轮复习联考 ） If you find that it’s challenging to decrease your cellphone use, you should know that it’s not because you have poor willpower. “It’s hard to change your habits around your phone use because our phones are thoughtfully designed to attract our attention and make it difficult to turn away,” Catherine Price, author of How to Break Up With Your Phone, explains. 36 Think about your “why”. Price recommends that you figure out a positive goal to focus on. “In other words, ask yourself what you want to be spending your time and attention on,” Price said. You can also regard this as your “why”. Next, identify how your phone is interfering with your priorities. 37 So, if your priority is reading new books but you find yourself browsing social media instead, get your phone out of your bedroom. Turn on your phone’s grayscale(灰度) setting. One way to make your phone less interesting is by turning on the grayscale feature. The bright colors and movement on a screen hit our dopamine(多巴胺) receptors that are of addictive qualities. 38 In fact, those who turned on their grayscale setting were less attracted to pick up their phone than those who did not use this tool. 39 The sound of incoming texts and emails is hard to ignore. “If you have your phone on loud and you have notifications going, the minute you see that screen light up or you hear that little ding, you immediately stop to check it,” Price says. It can be helpful to set your phone to silent mode to avoid this. Move your phone away from your body. When something is constantly within your sight, it’s only natural to want to reach for it. Remember to get your phone away from your body and out of your view to fight this. 40 A. Put your phone on silent. B. Turn off non-essential notifications. C. So when the colors are less bright, you will be less addicted. D. Instead, they trick your brain into wanting to check your phone less. E. But there still are a number of effective ways to decrease your phone use. F. By doing that you can decide what you can do to focus on those priorities easily. G. You can try leaving your phone upstairs or in the kitchen while watching a movie. （十三） （2025·湖南名校联合体·仿真联考一 ） Opportunities for cultural exchange experiences are everywhere. One such way is becoming an au pair(互惠生), a unique opportunity for young individuals to live with a host family in a foreign country while providing childcare and experiencing a new culture. 36 Unlike a nanny(保姆), au pairs are considered temporary members of the host family, participating in daily life and cultural activities. 37 It can challenge you to step outside your comfort zone, adapt to new environments, and develop valuable life skills. And you’ll have the chance to explore the neighbouring regions during your free time. Most importantly, being an au pair offers a cost-effective way to live abroad without the financial burden of traditional travel expenses. Au pair placements typically last from six months to one year, although shorter or longer arrangements are possible. Au pair duties typically include childcare, such as playing with children, helping with homework, preparing meals, and light housekeeping related to the children’s areas. 38 There are some countries with the best au pair opportunities. The United States is known for its diverse cultural landscape and vast geographic expanse, offering au pairs a wide range of host family options and cultural experiences. Germany has strong economy, historical culture, and emphasis on work-life balance. 39 And France is a popular destination for au pairs seeking a taste of European culture. So, if you’re ready to follow the plan and start your au pair journey, consider seeking help from reliable agencies to move the process forward with confidence and begin the adventure of a lifetime. 40 So you can better deal with the challenges and rewards that wait for you as an au pair. Let your journey begin! A. The au pair services the family for free. B. You can choose housework you’re good at. C. An au pair lives with the host family on equal terms. D. You’ll be more prepared with the support and guidance. E. Being an au pair provides an opportunity to improve yourself. F. It attracts many au pairs seeking professional and cultural growth. G. However, specific responsibilities can be different in different families. （十四） （2025·湖南郴州·四月综合模拟） In a world increasingly dominated by mass production and globalized markets, the importance of supporting local artists cannot be overstated. Local artists serve as the lifeblood of creative communities. ___36___ We support local artists for the diversity and richness they bring to our cultural tapestry (织锦). Mass-produced goods often prioritize uniformity and market trends. ___37___ By supporting local artists, we not only encourage the exploration of new artistic frontiers but also foster a sense of cultural vitality within our communities. ___38___ When we purchase artwork directly from local artists or attend their performances and events, we invest in the livelihoods of individuals who enrich our neighborhoods and contribute to the local economy. Mass-produced goods often benefit large companies and distant supply chains. Supporting local artists ensures that a greater proportion of our financial resources circulate within the community, improving economic resilience (恢复力) and energy. ___39___ In this way we help create jobs and opportunities for promising artists, strengthening the creative ecosystem for future generations. Local artists serve as managers of our collective cultural identity and heritage. ___40___ Whether drawing inspiration from ancestral folklore (民间传说), regional landscapes, or contemporary social issues, local artists offer a lens through which we can explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of human experience. By supporting local artists, we favour the value of cultural expression and the power of art to transcend boundaries and unite communities. A. Local culture is a valuable treasure remaining to be found. B. They enrich the cultural landscape and deserve our huge backup. C. We tend to see distant art exhibitions to broaden our narrow horizons. D. We are advised to visit local art galleries, studios and performance venues. E. Besides, supporting local artists contributes to our economic sustainability. F. They preserve traditions and tales that might otherwise be overlooked or forgotten. G. However, local artists offer refreshing styles, techniques, and mediums of individuality. 1 / 19 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$