专题02 七选五 【期末必刷15篇】-2024-2025学年高一英语下学期期末考点大串讲（外研版2019）

2024-2025学年高一下期期末考点大串讲（外研版） 专题02 七选五15篇 （1） Sleep Well or Stay Up Late to Study? It’s 3 a.m., and there are only eight hours left until an important exam of a piano solo performance. Yet, you still feel unprepared. 1 Sleep takes up nearly one-third of our lives, yet it is often overlooked. In reality, sleep is not a waste of time but a vital physiological process. During sleep, the body controls various systems, affecting breathing, circulation, growth, and immunity. Besides, sleep is equally important for the brain, with one-fifth of the blood flow directed to it. 2 In the 19th century, psychologist Herman Ebbinghaus proposed the “forgetting curve (曲线).” 3 However, memory can be strengthened through consolidation (巩固). It is a process in which the hippocampus (海马体) plays a vital role. The hippocampus is involved in consolidating declarative memory, like the knowledge needed for exams, but not procedural memory, such as the finger movements required for a piano solo. 4 Intense emotions or stress can make memories more deeply impressive, but good sleep is even more important to a good memory. Sleep is divided into four stages. During slow-wave sleep, declarative memories are temporarily stored before being transferred for long-term storage. Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, on the other hand, is associated with the consolidation of procedural memories. Studies have shown that sleeping three hours after memorizing formulas or an hour after practicing the piano is ideal. So, stop sacrificing (牺牲) sleep. 5 “Sleep on it first” truly makes sense. A．Many factors have influences on memory consolidation. B．It not only affects your health but also your memory conservation. C．The curve accurately shows the different characteristics of our memory. D．It shows that people forget 40% of new information within 20 minutes. E．At this moment, getting some sleep actually is better than keeping fighting. F．You are so worried about your coming performance that you keep practicing. G．During this period, the brain reorganizes itself, which is essential for memory. 【答案】1．E 2．G 3．D 4．A 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要探讨了是选择睡好觉还是熬夜学习的问题，阐述了睡眠对身体和大脑的重要性，以及睡眠与记忆巩固的关系，强调了良好睡眠对记忆的重要性。 1．根据上文“It’s 3 a.m., and there are only eight hours left until an important exam of a piano solo performance. Yet, you still feel unprepared. (现在是凌晨3点，距离一场重要的钢琴独奏表演考试只剩下8个小时了。然而，你仍然觉得准备不充分。)”可知，描述了面临重要考试但准备不足的情况，结合下文“Sleep takes up nearly one-third of our lives, yet it is often overlooked. In reality, sleep is not a waste of time but a vital physiological process.(睡眠占据了我们几乎三分之一的生命时间，然而它常常被忽视。事实上，睡眠并不是浪费时间，而是一个重要的生理过程。)”可知，此处介绍了睡眠的重要性，由此可知，此空应给出相应的建议或做法且与睡眠相关，E选项“At this moment, getting some sleep actually is better than keeping fighting. (在这个时候，睡一会儿实际上比继续奋战要好。)”符合语境，引出下文关于睡眠重要性的阐述。故选E项。 2．根据上文“During sleep, the body controls various systems, affecting breathing, circulation, growth, and immunity. Besides, sleep is equally important for the brain, with one-fifth of the blood flow directed to it. (在睡眠期间，身体控制着各种系统，影响呼吸、循环、生长和免疫力。此外，睡眠对大脑同样重要，五分之一的血液流向大脑。)”可知，此处介绍了睡眠期间对身体的影响，从而引出对大脑的重要影响，结合此空处于段尾的特点可知，此空应继续阐述睡眠对大脑的作用，G选项“During this period, the brain reorganizes itself, which is essential for memory. (在这个时期，大脑会自我重组，这对记忆至关重要。)”中的 “During this period”指的是睡眠期间，进一步说明了睡眠对大脑记忆的重要性，承接上文，符合语境。故选G项。 3．根据上文“In the 19th century, psychologist Herman Ebbinghaus proposed the “forgetting curve (曲线).”(19 世纪，心理学家赫尔曼・艾宾浩斯提出了“遗忘曲线”。)”可知，此处引出了艾宾浩斯的“遗忘曲线”，结合下文的“However, memory can be strengthened through consolidation (巩固). It is a process in which the hippocampus (海马体) plays a vital role.(然而，记忆可以通过巩固得到加强。这是一个海马体起着关键作用的过程。)”可知，此空应具体说明遗忘曲线的内容，D选项“It shows that people forget 40% of new information within 20 minutes. (它表明人们在20分钟内会忘记40%的新信息。)”中的“It”指代“遗忘曲线”，说明了遗忘曲线所展示的内容，符合语境。故选D项。 4．根据下文“Intense emotions or stress can make memories more deeply impressive, but good sleep is even more important to a good memory. (强烈的情绪或压力可以使记忆更加深刻，但良好的睡眠对良好的记忆更为重要。)”可知，此段讲述了影响记忆巩固的多种因素，此空为本段的主题句，A选项“Many factors have influences on memory consolidation. (许多因素对记忆巩固有影响。)”作为段落首句，引出下文关于影响记忆巩固因素的描述，符合语境。故选A项。 5．根据上文“Studies have shown that sleeping three hours after memorizing formulas or an hour after practicing the piano is ideal. So, stop sacrificing (牺牲) sleep. (研究表明，在记住公式后睡三个小时或在练习钢琴后睡一个小时是理想的。所以，不要再牺牲睡眠了。)”可知，此处建议不要牺牲睡眠时间，结合下文的““Sleep on it first” truly makes sense.(“先睡一觉再说”确实是有道理的。)”可知，此空应阐述牺牲睡眠的不良影响，B选项“It not only affects your health but also your memory conservation. (它不仅影响你的健康，还影响你的记忆保存。)”说明了牺牲睡眠对健康和记忆保存的不良影响，承接上文，符合语境。故选B项。 （2） During puberty (青春期), your body goes through many changes, and you start forming a body image — how you see, think, and feel about your body’s size, shape, and weight, or specific features like your nose. 1 For instance, you may believe your nose is too big or too small, even though it looks perfectly normal. 2 One major influence is peer (同龄人) pressure. Your friends might make casual jokes about your appearance, or you might compare yourself to them and feel they look better. Such experiences can harm the way you view yourself. Another powerful influence is the media, which often promotes a narrow, ideal body type. For example, if fair skin is portrayed as beautiful, you may feel insecure if you don’t match that ideal. Developing a negative body image can lead to unhealthy behaviors, such as extreme dieting, overexercising, or even risky plastic surgeries. 3 When you focus too much on appearance, you may forget to appreciate other great things about yourself, such as your talents and personality. To build a positive body image, it’s essential to remember that no perfect body exists, as beauty standards are always changing. Models and celebrities may appear flawless in the media, but much of their appearance is due to makeup, angles, lighting, and editing. 4 Rather than focusing on appearances, value people for their true selves. By surrounding yourself with positive influences and avoiding comments on looks, you can redirect your attention from self-criticism. 5 Over time, you’ll build inner confidence and develop a healthier, more accepting relationship with your body. A．Many factors shape your body image. B．It also lowers your overall life satisfaction. C．However, your true beauty lies within your heart. D．External judgement can be a double-edged sword. E．Without these tricks, they are just as “imperfect” as everyone else. F．Surprisingly, body image is shaped more by your thoughts than by reality. G．This shift enables you to recognize and celebrate your talents and strengths. 【答案】1．F 2．A 3．B 4．E 5．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了青春期身体形象的形成及影响因素。 1．由上文“During puberty (青春期), your body goes through many changes, and you start forming a body image — how you see, think, and feel about your body’s size, shape, and weight, or specific features like your nose.(在青春期，你的身体会经历许多变化，你开始形成一种身体意象 —— 你如何看待、思考和感受你身体的大小、形状和重量，或者像你的鼻子这样的特定特征)”及下文“For instance, you may believe your nose is too big or too small, even though it looks perfectly normal.(例如，你可能认为你的鼻子太大或太小，即使它看起来非常正常)”可知，本空应强调身体意象与现实的差异。F选项“令人惊讶的是，身体意象更多地是由你的想法而不是现实塑造的”强调了想法对身体意象的影响，引出下文对鼻子看法与现实不符的例子，能承上启下， 符合语境。故选F。 2．由下文“One major influence is peer (同龄人) pressure. Your friends might make casual jokes about your appearance, or you might compare yourself to them and feel they look better. Such experiences can harm the way you view yourself. Another powerful influence is the media, which often promotes a narrow, ideal body type. For example, if fair skin is portrayed as beautiful, you may feel insecure if you don’t match that ideal.(一个主要的影响因素是同伴的压力。你的朋友可能会随便拿你的外表开玩笑，或者你可能会拿自己和他们比较，觉得他们看起来更好。这样的经历会损害你看待自己的方式。另一个强大的影响是媒体，它经常宣传一个狭窄的、理想的体型。例如，如果白皙的皮肤被描述为美丽，如果你不符合理想，你可能会感到不安全)”可知，下文描述了影响身体意象形成的因素，本空位于句首，应概括本段主旨，强调影响身体意象形成有很多的因素。A选项“许多因素塑造了你的身体意象”可作为总起句，引出下文对影响因素的具体介绍，符合语境。故选A。 3．由上文“Developing a negative body image can lead to unhealthy behaviors, such as extreme dieting, overexercising, or even risky plastic surgeries.(形成负面的身体意象会导致不健康的行为，如极端节食、过度锻炼，甚至是有风险的整形手术)”及下文“When you focus too much on appearance, you may forget to appreciate other great things about yourself, such as your talents and personality.(当你过于关注外表时，你可能会忘记欣赏自己其他很棒的方面，比如你的才能和个性)”可知，本空应强调负面身体意象的不良影响。B选项“它也会降低你的总体生活满意度”进一步阐述了负面身体意象的不良后果，also表明是对上文不良影响的补充，能起到承上启下的作用，符合题意。故选B。 4．由上文“Models and celebrities may appear flawless in the media, but much of their appearance is due to makeup, angles, lighting, and editing.(模特和名人在媒体上可能看起来完美无瑕，但他们的外表很大程度上要归功于化妆、角度、灯光和编辑)”可知，本空应进一步说明没有这些因素时他们的真实情况。E选项“没有这些技巧，他们就和其他所有人一样“不完美””能承接上文对模特和名人外表的描述，说明没有那些手段他们也不完美，符合题意。故选E。 5．由上文“Rather than focusing on appearances, value people for their true selves. By surrounding yourself with positive influences and avoiding comments on looks, you can redirect your attention from self-criticism.(与其关注外表，不如看重人的真实自我。通过让自己周围充满积极的影响，避免对长相的评论，你可以将注意力从自我批评上转移开)”及下文“Over time, you’ll build inner confidence and develop a healthier, more accepting relationship with your body.(随着时间的推移，你会建立起内在的自信，并与自己的身体建立一种更健康、更能接受的关系)”可知，本空应阐述这种注意力转移所带来的积极结果。G选项“这种转变能让你认识到并赞美自己的才能和优势”能承上启下，符合语境。故选G。 （3） After a long day, you fall onto the sofa and find yourself dozing off while watching TV. The room is nice and warm, the sofa is comfortable, and the background sound of the TV makes you sleep. 1 But when you get there, you find to your frustration that you’re wide awake. Why is it so easy to fall asleep on the sofa? Sleep pressure is one reason why you fall asleep on the sofa. 2 The longer you’ve been awake, the greater the sleep pressure is. Your environment will also impact how likely it is you fall asleep, such as your very comfortable sofa in a warm room, dim lighting and maybe a TV program in the background. 3 If you just fell asleep on the sofa for five minutes, you might not have too much trouble getting to sleep in bed. 4 But if you were asleep for an hour, it might be a different story. Your sleep cycles might also be working against you. Most sleep cycles are about 90 minutes long. They start with light sleep, progress to deep sleep, and then end with light sleep again. If you wake up during light sleep, it could be harder to fall asleep again in bed. Why can’t I fall asleep in my own bed? There are other reasons why falling asleep in your bed could be challenging. Many people experience anxiety about falling asleep. 5 In such cases, getting into bed can be associated with feelings of stress and fear, which make it even harder to sleep. It might be easier to fall asleep on the couch, where there is less stress involved. A．How do sleep cycles work? B．What happens after a nap on the sofa? C．This refers to the strength of the biological drive for sleep. D．Then a loved one touches you awake and reminds you to go to sleep in bed. E．This is because a short nap is unlikely to reduce your sleep pressure very much. F．They worry about getting enough sleep or falling asleep fast enough. G．Their behaviors before bed and their bedroom environment can’t contribute to sleep. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．E 5．F 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了为何人们容易在沙发上睡着，以及这种短暂的睡眠如何影响后续的睡眠。 1．上文“After a long day, you fall onto the sofa and find yourself dozing off while watching TV. The room is nice and warm, the sofa is comfortable, and the background sound of the TV makes you sleep.(漫长的一天过后，你倒在沙发上，发现自己一边看电视一边打瞌睡。房间很暖和，沙发很舒服，电视的背景音让你昏昏欲睡。)”描述了在沙发上快要睡着的情景，下文“But when you get there, you find to your frustration that you’re wide awake. (但当你到达那里时，你沮丧地发现自己完全清醒了。)”中“there”指代空处提到的某个地方，且与在沙发上睡着相反，由此可知，空处应是提到另一个地方，D项“Then a loved one touches you awake and reminds you to go to sleep in bed.(然后一个你爱的人把你叫醒，提醒你去床上睡觉)”符合语境，D项中“bed”与下文“there”呼应。故选D。 2．上文“Sleep pressure is one reason why you fall asleep on the sofa.(睡眠压力是你在沙发上睡着的原因之一。)”可知，提到了睡眠压力，下文“The longer you’ve been awake, the greater the sleep pressure is.(你醒着的时间越长，睡眠压力就越大。)”是对“睡眠压力”的进一步解释，由此可知，空处应是继续解释“睡眠压力”，C项“This refers to the strength of the biological drive for sleep.(这是指生理睡眠驱动力的强度)”符合语境，C项中“This”指代上文提到的“Sleep pressure”。故选C。 3．空处是本段小标题，根据下文“If you just fell asleep on the sofa for five minutes, you might not have too much trouble getting to sleep in bed. (如果你只是在沙发上睡了五分钟，你在床上入睡可能不会有太多问题。)”及“But if you were asleep for an hour, it might be a different story.(但如果你睡了一个小时，情况可能就不一样了。)”可知，本段主要讲的是在沙发上小睡之后会发生什么，B项“What happens after a nap on the sofa?(在沙发上小睡之后会发生什么？)”符合语境。故选B。 4．根据上文“If you just fell asleep on the sofa for five minutes, you might not have too much trouble getting to sleep in bed.(如果你只是在沙发上睡了五分钟，你在床上入睡可能不会有太多问题。)可知，在沙发上小睡五分钟，在床上入睡可能不会有太多问题，结合下文“But if you were asleep for an hour, it might be a different story.(但如果你睡了一个小时，情况可能就不一样了。)”可知，空处与下文形成转折关系，空处应是解释为什么在沙发上小睡五分钟，在床上入睡可能不会有太多问题，E项“This is because a short nap is unlikely to reduce your sleep pressure very much.(这是因为短时间的小睡不太可能大大降低你的睡眠压力)”符合语境，E项中“a short nap”指代上文“fell asleep on the sofa for five minutes”。故选E。 5．根据上文“Many people experience anxiety about falling asleep.(很多人对入睡感到焦虑。)”和下文“In such cases, getting into bed can be associated with feelings of stress and fear, which make it even harder to sleep.(在这种情况下，上床睡觉可能会与压力和恐惧的感觉联系在一起，这会使入睡更加困难。)”可知，空处应是具体说明对入睡感到焦虑的表现，F项“They worry about getting enough sleep or falling asleep fast enough.(他们担心睡眠不足或入睡不够快)”符合语境，F项中“They”指代上文“Many people”。故选F。 （4） As a child who had to take a lot of medicine, I had quite the collection of those plastic orange pill bottles with the white caps. I remember wondering why they were that strange color and then deciding that they must have been designed in the 1970s because everything from that decade seemed to have that strange tone to it. 1 Pill bottles are clear orange for a few important reasons. Orange bottles keep medicine effective. It’s important to protect medicine from light, as it can degrade or lose effect when exposed to UV light. 2 Nearly every type of medicine, from pain relievers to sleep aids, is provided in these bottles. They’ve become as universe as those over-the-counter bottles stuffed with cotton. 3 Orange pill bottles have been accepted as the standard practice, and when someone sees an orange bottle, they connect this with prescription medicine. This connection is so strong that it communicates across languages, ages and cultures that whatever is in the bottle is medicine and should be treated with care. Do pill bottles have to be orange plastic? No. 4 Some are designed, from a marketing perspective, to help patients with brand recognition. Others are designed with a specific purpose to protect the medication—for instance, medicine that really needs to be kept out of sunlight, such as some types of antibiotics, often comes in dark bottles. 5 A．But my childhood fancy was wrong. B．Pill bottles can and do come in a variety of colors and materials. C．From a safety standpoint, making pill bottles orange is a smart move. D．It’s designed to help people identify the types of medicine inside directly. E．Drugstores generally don’t choose the color or style of pill bottles they use. F．But the orange color is the most popular, since it’s considered the standard. G．The color orange helps keep out the UV light, so it doesn’t alter the medicine. 【答案】1．A 2．G 3．C 4．B 5．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了药瓶（特别是橙色药瓶）的设计原因、功能及其在人们心中的普遍认知。 1．空前“I remember wondering why they were that strange color and then deciding that they must have been designed in the 1970s because everything from that decade seemed to have that strange tone to it.(我记得我想知道为什么它们是那种奇怪的颜色，然后决定它们一定是在20世纪70年代设计的，因为那个年代的所有东西似乎都有那种奇怪的色调。)”是作者对药瓶颜色奇怪的原因的猜想，空后“Pill bottles are clear orange for a few important reasons.(药瓶是透明的橙色有几个重要的原因。)”说明了药瓶的颜色是橙色有几个原因，由此可见，作者之前的猜想不对，A选项“But my childhood fancy was wrong.(但我儿时的想法是错的。)”说明了作者之前的想法是错误的，因此承上启下，符合语境，故选A。 2．空前“It’s important to protect medicine from light, as it can degrade or lose effect when exposed to UV light.(保护药物不受光线照射很重要，因为药物暴露在紫外线下会降解或失去效果。)”说明了要保护药物不受光线的影响，空格处应该和避光有关，G选项“The color orange helps keep out the UV light, so it doesn’t alter the medicine.(橙色有助于阻挡紫外线，所以它不会改变药物。)”说明橙色可以阻挡紫外线，和避光有关，承接上文，符合语境，故选G。 3．空后“Orange pill bottles have been accepted as the standard practice, and when someone sees an orange bottle, they connect this with prescription medicine.(橙色的药瓶已经被接受为标准做法，当有人看到橙色的药瓶时，他们会把它和处方药联系起来。)”说明要药瓶做成橙色是标准做法，C选项“From a safety standpoint, making pill bottles orange is a smart move.(从安全的角度来看，把药瓶做成橙色是明智之举。)”说明了把药瓶做成橙色是明智的，引起下文，符合语境，故选C。 4．空后“Some are designed, from a marketing perspective, to help patients with brand recognition. Others are designed with a specific purpose to protect the medication—for instance, medicine that really needs to be kept out of sunlight, such as some types of antibiotics, often comes in dark bottles.(从市场营销的角度来看，有些药瓶的设计是为了帮助患者识别品牌。而另一些药瓶的设计则有着特定的目的，即保护药物——例如，那些确实需要避光保存的药物，比如某些类型的抗生素，通常会装在深色药瓶中。)”说明了药瓶设计的目的有多种，B选项“Pill bottles can and do come in a variety of colors and materials.(药瓶可以而且确实有各种各样的颜色和材料。)”和药瓶的设计有关，引起下文，符合语境，故选B。 5．空前“Some are designed, from a marketing perspective, to help patients with brand recognition. Others are designed with a specific purpose to protect the medication—for instance, medicine that really needs to be kept out of sunlight, such as some types of antibiotics, often comes in dark bottles.(从市场营销的角度来看，有些药瓶的设计是为了帮助患者识别品牌。而另一些药瓶的设计则有着特定的目的，即保护药物——例如，那些确实需要避光保存的药物，比如某些类型的抗生素，通常会装在深色药瓶中。)”说明了药瓶的设计目的和颜色的关联，空格处应该和药瓶的颜色设计有关，F选项“But the orange color is the most popular, since it’s considered the standard.(但橙色是最受欢迎的，因为它被认为是标准颜色。)”承接前文，说明了药瓶做成橙色是最受欢迎的，符合语境，故选F。 （5） Music is used across cultures and ages as a powerful mood regulator. 1 The emotional power of music is one of the main reasons why people devote so much time, energy, and money to it. People use music to achieve various goals, such as feeling more energized, keeping focused on tasks, and reducing boredom. Music offers a resource for emotion regulation. For instance, sad music enables listeners to stay away from painful situations. 2 Further, lyrics that have a connection with the listener’s personal experience can give voice to feelings or experiences that one might not be able to express oneself. Listening to soft and slow music, such as classical music, is better for managing negative emotions compared to hard or heavy music. 3 Music is a powerful emotional stimulus(刺激物) that changes our relationship with time. Time does indeed seem to fly when listening to pleasant music. Hearing pleasant music seems to keep attention away from time processing. Moreover, this attention-related shortening effect appears to be greater in the case of calm music with a slow tempo (节奏). For example, music is used in waiting rooms to reduce the subjective length of time spent waiting or in supermarkets to encourage people to stay for longer and buy more. 4 In sum, music can change our moods, emotions, and motivation. We can use music to express or challenge our moods. 5 For example, the protest song “Baraye” expresses Iranians’ (伊朗人的) painful complaints. A．Music can also show the mood on a national level. B．We regularly use music to comfort our souls and pain. C．Music are likely to affect a nation’s policies or decisions. D．This is because they focus instead on the beauty of the music. E．When listening to music, We are amazed at how quickly time passes by. F．Music shows that one’s understanding of the passage of time is subjective. G．Consumers spend more time in the grocery store when the background music is slow. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．F 4．G 5．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文介绍了音乐在不同文化和年龄段中被用作一种强大的情绪调节器，通过音乐可以表达或挑战我们的情绪，还可以在国家层面上表达情绪。 1．根据上文“Music is used across cultures and ages as a powerful mood regulator.(音乐在不同文化和不同年龄段中都被用作一种强大的情绪调节器。)”可知，音乐可以用于调节情绪。B选项中“comfort our souls and pain”对应上文中“a powerful mood regulator”。故B选项“我们经常用音乐来安慰我们的灵魂和痛苦”符合语境。故选B。 2．根据上文“For instance, sad music enables listeners to stay away from painful situations.(例如，悲伤的音乐使听众远离痛苦的情况。)”以及下文“Further, lyrics that have a connection with the listener’s personal experience can give voice to feelings or experiences that one might not be able to express oneself.(此外，与听众个人经历有关的歌词可以表达出一个人可能无法表达自己的感受或经历。)”可知，上文提到悲伤的音乐可以使人远离痛苦，后文则提到歌词与听众经历的联系，由此可知，空处承接上文，说明悲伤的音乐使人远离痛苦的原因。故D选项“这是因为他们反而专注于音乐之美”符合语境。故选D。 3．根据下文“Music is a powerful emotional stimulus(刺激物) that changes our relationship with time. Time does indeed seem to fly when listening to pleasant music.(音乐是一种强大的情感刺激物，它改变了我们与时间的关系。听悦耳的音乐时，时间似乎确实过得飞快。)”可知，本段主要讲述了音乐表明一个人对时间流逝的理解是主观的。故F选项“音乐表明一个人对时间流逝的理解是主观的”符合语境，故选F。 4．根据上文“For example, music is used in waiting rooms to reduce the subjective length of time spent waiting or in supermarkets to encourage people to stay for longer and buy more.(例如，音乐被用于候诊室以减少等待时间的主观长度，或被用于超市以鼓励人们停留更长时间并购买更多商品。)”可知，上文举例说明了音乐被用于超市以鼓励人们停留更长时间并购买更多商品，G选项中“spend more time”对应上文中“stay for longer”。故G选项“当背景音乐缓慢时，消费者在杂货店花费的时间更多”符合语境，引起下文。故选G。 5．根据下文“For example, the protest song “Baraye” expresses Iranians (伊朗人的) painful complaints.(例如，抗议歌曲《Baraye》表达了伊朗人痛苦的抱怨。)”可知，下文举例说明了抗议歌曲《Baraye》表达了伊朗人痛苦的抱怨，可见音乐可以表达一个国家人民的心情，即音乐也可以在国家层面上表达情绪。故A选项“音乐也可以在国家层面上表达情绪'”符合语境，故选A。 （6） Earth’s natural resources include air, water, soil, minerals, fuels, plants and animals. All the things we need to survive come from natural resources. Some of these resources, like small plants, can be replaced quickly after they are used. Others, like large trees, take a long time to replace. 1 Other resources, such as fossil (化石) fuels, cannot be replaced at all. Once used up, they are gone forever. These are nonrenewable resources. However, people often waste natural resources. Animals are overhunted. Forests are cleared, exposing land to wind and water damage. If resources are carelessly managed, many will be used up. 2 So, people can reduce waste and manage natural resources wisely through conservation. Conservation is the practice of caring for these resources, so all living things can benefit from them. The population of human beings has grown enormously in the past two centuries. Billions of people use up resources quickly as they eat food, build houses, produce goods, and burn fuel for transportation and electricity. But the continuation of life relies on the careful use of natural resources. 3 But the need to conserve resources often conflicts with other needs. 4 A timber company may want to harvest the area’s trees for construction materials. A business may want to build a factory or shopping mall on the land. 5 When we use the environment properly to ensure we have resources for the future, it is called sustainable development. There are many different resources we need to conserve in order to live sustainably. A．These are renewable resources. B．All of these needs are beneficial to human beings. C．Anyway, development and conservation can coexist in harmony. D．Sometimes the plants and animals that live in the area are forgotten. E．If used wisely, however, renewable resources will last much longer. F．For some people, a wooded area may be a good place to build a farm. G．Therefore, human beings need to protect natural resources carefully. 【答案】1．A 2．E 3．G 4．F 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了自然资源有些可再生，有些不可再生，人们要意识到自然资源的重要性并保护它们。 1．根据空前“Some of these resources, like small plants, can be replaced quickly after they are used. Others, like large trees, take a long time to replace.(其中一些资源，如小型植物，在使用后可以迅速更换。其他的，比如大树，需要很长时间来替换)”可知，本句总结上文列举的都是可再生资源，故A项“这些都是可再生资源”符合语境。故选A。 2．根据空前“If resources are carelessly managed, many will be used up.(如果不注意管理资源，很多资源就会被用完)”可知，上文提到不注意管理资源的情况，推测本句是在说明管理得当的情况。故E项“然而，如果使用得当，可再生资源将会持续更久”符合语境。故选E。 3．根据空前“But the continuation of life relies on the careful use of natural resources.(但是生命的延续依赖于对自然资源的谨慎利用)”及下一段开头“But the need to conserve resources often conflicts with other needs.(但是，节约资源的需要往往与其他需要相冲突)”可知，本句与上文构成因果关系，指出应该保护自然资源，让生命延续。故G项“因此，人类需要慎重保护自然资源”符合语境。故选G。 4．根据空后“A timber company may want to harvest the area’s trees for construction materials. A business may want to build a factory or shopping mall on the land.(木材公司可能想要收获该地区的树木作为建筑材料。企业可能想在这块土地上建工厂或购物中心)”可知，后文提到了收获该地区的树木，推测是树木多的地方。F项“对于一些人来说，树木繁茂的地区可能是建造农场的好地方”符合语境。故选F。 5．根据空后“When we use the environment properly to ensure we have resources for the future, it is called sustainable development.(当我们正确地利用环境，以确保我们有未来的资源，这被称为可持续发展)”可知，本句主要引出本段关于可持续发展必要性的主旨，故C项“不管怎样，人类的发展和资源保护可以和谐共存”符合语境。故选C。 （7） In today’s rapidly evolving world, technological innovation is reshaping every aspect of our lives, from the way we communicate to how we work and entertain ourselves. Here are some aspects technology is making a difference in our daily lives. 1 Transforming communication. One of the most evident changes is in communication. Technology has made communication faster and more accessible. 2 Video-conferencing tools have made face-to-face communication possible regardless of geographical distance. Moreover, messaging apps have added features like voice notes and group chats, making communication more convenient and dynamic. Revolutionizing (变革) work. The workplace has also been significantly transformed by technology. Remote work, which was once rare, has become mainstream. 3 Cloud computing allows employees to access work files and applications from any device with an Internet connection. Project management software helps teams coordinate(协调)tasks and track progress. This increases flexibility and boosts productivity. Enhancing entertainment. Entertainment has been taken to a whole new level with technological advancements. Streaming services have replaced traditional TV and movie rentals. We can watch our favorite shows whenever and wherever we want. 4 Gamers can now step into virtual worlds and interact with them in ways that were previously unimaginable. 5 While technology brings numerous benefits, it’s essential to be aware of potential disadvantages. For example, excessive screen time can lead to health issues like eye strain and abnormal sleep patterns. The over-dependence on technology may also cause a decline in face-to-face communication skills. Additionally, concerns about data privacy and security have become more noticeable as our personal information is increasingly stored and shared online. A．Protecting individual privacy. B．Bewaring of negative sides of technology. C．It has brought about both positive and negative changes in our lives. D．Video games have also evolved, providing immersive(沉浸的)experiences. E．By understanding these impacts, we can better adapt to the power of technology. F．Thanks to high-speed Internet and powerful laptops, people can work from home. G．Social media platforms enable us to connect with others across the globe in an instant. 【答案】1．E 2．G 3．F 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍科技创新与生活的关系。 1．根据前文“In today’s rapidly evolving world, technological innovation is reshaping every aspect of our lives, from the way we communicate to how we work and entertain ourselves. Here are some aspects technology is making a difference in our daily lives.(在当今快速发展的世界中，技术创新正在重塑我们生活的方方面面，从我们的沟通方式到我们的工作和娱乐方式。以下是科技改变我们日常生活的一些方面)”可知，文章开篇点明科技创新重塑生活，后文从通讯、工作、娱乐等方面阐述其影响，科技在我们日常生活中发挥作用的一些方式。选项E“通过理解这些影响，我们可以更好地适应科技的力量”是对上文的解释，同时引出下文对科技在不同生活领域影响的具体介绍，符合语境。故选E项。 2．根据本段小标题“Transforming communication.(改变沟通)”以及后文“Video-conferencing tools have made face-to-face communication possible regardless of geographical distance. Moreover, messaging apps have added features like voice notes and group chats, making communication more convenient and dynamic.(视频会议工具使面对面的交流成为可能，而不受地理距离的限制。此外，即时通讯应用增加了语音笔记和群聊等功能，使交流更加方便和动态)”可知，选项G“社交媒体平台使我们能够瞬间与全球各地的人联系”直接点明科技对通讯的影响，与后文提到的社交媒体、视频会议、通讯应用等让沟通更便捷的内容相呼应。故选G项。 3．根据前文“The workplace has also been significantly transformed by technology. Remote work, which was once rare, has become mainstream.(科技也极大地改变了工作场所。曾经很少见的远程工作已经成为主流)”可知，提到远程工作成为主流，所以选项F“由于高速互联网和功能强大的笔记本电脑，人们可以在家工作”解释了远程工作成为可能的原因，即借助高速网络和电脑设备，符合该段关于科技对工作方式变革的主题。故选F项。 4．根据前文“Entertainment has been taken to a whole new level with technological advancements. Streaming services have replaced traditional TV and movie rentals. We can watch our favorite shows whenever and wherever we want.(随着科技的进步，娱乐已经达到了一个全新的水平。流媒体服务已经取代了传统的电视和电影租赁服务。我们可以随时随地观看我们喜欢的节目)”以及后文“Gamers can now step into virtual worlds and interact with them in ways that were previously unimaginable.(玩家现在可以进入虚拟世界，并以以前无法想象的方式与之互动)”可知，前文说流媒体服务取代传统影视租赁，选项D“电子游戏也已经进化，提供了沉浸式的体验”进一步阐述了流媒体服务带来的便利，与前文提到的科技提升娱乐体验相契合，与后文提到玩家可以在游戏中进入虚拟世界并互动相呼应。故选D项。 5．设空为本段小标题，根据后文“While technology brings numerous benefits, it’s essential to be aware of potential disadvantages. For example, excessive screen time can lead to health issues like eye strain and abnormal sleep patterns. The over-dependence on technology may also cause a decline in face-to-face communication skills. Additionally, concerns about data privacy and security have become more noticeable as our personal information is increasingly stored and shared online.(虽然技术带来了许多好处，但也有必要意识到潜在的缺点。例如，看屏幕时间过长会导致眼睛疲劳和睡眠模式异常等健康问题。对科技的过度依赖也可能导致面对面交流技巧的下降。此外，随着我们的个人信息越来越多地存储和在线共享，对数据隐私和安全的担忧也变得越来越明显)”可知，此段先指出科技有诸多好处，但也有负面影响，接着列举了如健康问题、沟通能力下降、数据隐私安全等负面情况。选项B“当心科技的负面影响”作为小标题能准确概括该段内容。故选B项。 （8） The United Nations has set March 21 in 2025 as the first World Day for Glaciers. 1 The aim is to encourage everyone to protect glaciers. They are crucial for sustaining life on Earth now and for future generations. A glacier is made up of ice and snow that slowly flows over land. Over many years, as snow continues to pile up, it eventually becomes a large mass of snow that starts transforming into glacier ice. Glaciers have shaped mountains and valleys throughout Earth’s history. They are still flowing and shaping landscapes in many places today. 2 When glaciers melt, they let out nutrients into lakes, rivers and oceans. 3 As glaciers melt, they also provide habitats for plants and animals near streams. This shows that glaciers indirectly affect wildlife and fishing areas. 4 About 10 percent of the world’s land has around 200,000 glaciers, which hold about 70 percent of Earth’s fresh water, according to Carbon Brief, a UK-based website specializing in the science and policy of climate change. In the Himalayas, Karakoram and Hindu Kush mountains, millions of people and animals depend on the 90,000 glaciers for water. These glaciers form the headwaters of the Indus, Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers. Climate change is having a severe impact on glaciers worldwide. 5 For example, Colombia has seen 90 percent of its glacier area disappear since the mid-19th century, as shown in a 2025 UN report on global water development. The report also warns that with a temperature increase of 1.5 to 4℃, glaciers could lose between 26 to 41 percent of their mass from 2015 levels by the year 2100. A．There are various glaciers in the world. B．However, glaciers don’t just affect the land. C．Many glaciers have disappeared completely. D．Therefore, glaciers could lead to various problems. E．Glaciers provide important water for both people and animals. F．These nutrients can help some crucial plants like phytoplankton grow. G．It has also declared 2025 the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation. 【答案】1．G 2．B 3．F 4．E 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了世界冰川日的设立、冰川的形成、冰川的作用以及气候变化对冰川的严重影响。 1．根据上文“The United Nations has set March 21 in 2025 as the first World Day for Glaciers. (联合国已将2025年3月21日定为首个世界冰川日)”以及下文“The aim is to encourage everyone to protect glaciers. (目的是鼓励每个人保护冰川)”可知，此处应是进一步说明联合国关于冰川保护的举措。G选项“It has also declared 2025 the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation. (它还宣布2025年为国际冰川保护年)”中的“also”与上文相呼应，进一步阐述了联合国的行动。故选G项。 2．根据上文“Glaciers have shaped mountains and valleys throughout Earth’s history. They are still flowing and shaping landscapes in many places today. (在地球的历史上，冰川塑造了山脉和山谷。如今，它们仍在许多地方流动并塑造着地貌)”以及下文“When glaciers melt, they let out nutrients into lakes, rivers and oceans. (当冰川融化时，它们会向湖泊、河流和海洋释放营养物质)”可知，上文说的是冰川对陆地的影响，下文说的是冰川对水域的影响，此处应是起到过渡作用，表明冰川不仅影响陆地。B选项“However, glaciers don’t just affect the land. (然而，冰川不仅仅影响陆地)”，引出了下文关于冰川对水域影响的内容。故选B项。 3．根据上文“When glaciers melt, they let out nutrients into lakes, rivers and oceans. (当冰川融化时，它们会向湖泊、河流和海洋释放营养物质)”可知，此处应是进一步说明这些营养物质的作用。F选项“These nutrients can help some crucial plants like phytoplankton grow. (这些营养物质可以帮助一些重要的植物，如浮游植物生长)”，承接上文，说明了营养物质对植物生长的帮助。故选F项。 4．根据下文“About 10 percent of the world’s land has around 200,000 glaciers, which hold about 70 percent of Earth’s fresh water, according to Carbon Brief, a UK-based website specializing in the science and policy of climate change. In the Himalayas, Karakoram and Hindu Kush mountains, millions of people and animals depend on the 90,000 glaciers for water. (据英国专门研究气候变化科学和政策的网站“碳简报”称，世界约10%的土地上有大约20万座冰川，这些冰川储存了地球上约70%的淡水。在喜马拉雅山脉、喀喇昆仑山脉和兴都库什山脉，数百万人和动物依赖9万座冰川提供水源)”可知，此段主要讲述了冰川为人类和动物提供了重要的水源。E选项“Glaciers provide important water for both people and animals. (冰川为人类和动物提供了重要的水源)”作为段落主题句，引出了下文关于冰川供水的具体内容。故选E项。 5．根据上文“Climate change is having a severe impact on glaciers worldwide. (气候变化正在对全球的冰川产生严重影响)”以及下文“For example, Colombia has seen 90 percent of its glacier area disappear since the mid-19th century, as shown in a 2025 UN report on global water development. (例如，根据2025年联合国关于全球水资源发展的一份报告，自19世纪中叶以来，哥伦比亚90%的冰川面积已经消失)”可知，此处应是说明气候变化导致许多冰川消失的情况。C选项“Many glaciers have disappeared completely. (许多冰川已经完全消失了)”，承接上文，引出下文哥伦比亚冰川消失的例子。故选C项。 （9） If there’s one thing colleges know, it’s where the jobs are. Here are some areas to study. 1 The first one is electricians. Electricians are in short supply, even without considering the increase in electricians needed to electrify the economy. 2 Putting up, say, an apartment building can require up to 40. The field is so full of opportunity that some colleges have started teaching evening classes to graduate more electrician students per year. 3 Students can try different trades, like the electrical one, and move directly from the program to an apprenticeship (学徒工作). Artificial intelligence (AI) is another hot field. Twenty years ago, there were few opportunities to explore a career in artificial intelligence. 4 Between 2015 and 2019, there was a 270 per cent increase in the number of businesses implementing AI processes worldwide. The technology’s capabilities are wide-ranging. It can help teachers streamline their work by updating courses, recommending content and suggesting ways to bridge knowledge gaps for students. In the business world, AI has transformed supply chain management. 5 Just a few years ago, imagining e-sports (or electronic sports) as a proper college program was almost unthinkable. Video games were seen as a vice, not a job. Fast forward to 2025: Quite a few colleges have not only launched e-sports management programs but even built e-sports arenas to take advantage of the lively industry. Globally, the video game industry is bigger than the movie and music industries combined. Revenue from e-sports events is predicted to grow to more than $1.8 billion globally by 2026. A．Others are offering free exploration programs. B．Building almost any home requires an electrician. C．However, the technology has quickly advanced in the last decade. D．They practically guarantee a hire and help create a better future too. E．Game shows become popular thanks to new management programs. F．E-sports management is also a rapidly growing field with great opportunities. G．Some colleges, like Centennial College, offer pathways to promising careers. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．C 5．F 【导语】这是一篇说明文。大学熟知就业方向，文中介绍电工、人工智能、电子竞技管理等热门学习领域及发展前景。 1．上文“If there’s one thing colleges know, it’s where the jobs are. Here are some areas to study.(如果说大学有一件事是知道的，那就是工作在哪里。这里有一些值得学习的领域。)”提到大学知道工作的方向以及有一些可学习领域，D选项They practically guarantee a hire and help create a better future too.(它们实际上保证了被雇佣，也有助于创造一个更美好的未来。)中的they指代上文提到的areas to study，且说明了学习这些领域的好处，承接上文，符合语境。故选D。 2．上文“Electricians are in short supply, even without considering the increase in electricians needed to electrify the economy.(电工供不应求，即使不考虑为经济电气化所需增加的电工数量。)”指出电工短缺的情况，下文“Putting up, say, an apartment building can require up to 40.(比如说，建造一座公寓楼可能需要多达 40 名电工。)”举例说明建筑对电工的需求，B选项Building almost any home requires an electrician.(几乎建造任何一所房子都需要一名电工。)承上启下，进一步说明了电工在建筑方面的需求，符合语境。故选B。 3．上文“The field is so full of opportunity that some colleges have started teaching evening classes to graduate more electrician students per year.(这个领域充满了机会，以至于一些大学已经开始开设夜校，以便每年培养出更多的电工专业学生。)”提到一些大学为培养电工学生采取的措施，A选项Others are offering free exploration programs.(其他大学则提供免费的探索课程。)中的others与上文的some colleges形成呼应，且继续介绍了其他大学在培养电工学生方面的举措，符合语境。故选A。 4．上文“Twenty years ago, there were few opportunities to explore a career in artificial intelligence.(二十年前，几乎没有机会探索人工智能领域的职业。)”说二十年前人工智能职业机会少，下文“Between 2015 and 2019, there was a 270 per cent increase in the number of businesses implementing AI processes worldwide.(2015年至2019年间，全球实施人工智能流程的企业数量增长了 270%。)”表明近年来人工智能发展迅速，C选项However, the technology has quickly advanced in the last decade.(然而，在过去十年里，这项技术发展迅速。)中的However表示转折，承接上文并引出下文，符合语境。故选C。 5．根据下文“Just a few years ago, imagining e-sports (or electronic sports) as a proper college program was almost unthinkable. Video games were seen as a vice, not a job. Fast forward to 2025: Quite a few colleges have not only launched e-sports management programs but even built e-sports arenas to take advantage of the lively industry.(就在几年前，把电子竞技想象成一个合适的大学课程几乎是不可想象的。电子游戏曾被视为一种恶习，而不是一份工作。快进到 2025 年：相当多的大学不仅开设了电子竞技管理课程，甚至还建造了电子竞技场馆，以利用这个蓬勃发展的行业。)”可知，此段主要讲电子竞技管理领域的发展，F选项E-sports management is also a rapidly growing field with great opportunities.(电子竞技管理也是一个快速发展且机会众多的领域。)作为段落首句，引出下文关于电子竞技管理的内容，符合语境。故选F。 （10） When we feel threatened or stressed, our brain produces chemicals which raise energy and sharpen focus, helping us react quickly to danger. 1 For example, the pressure of an upcoming performance might motivate you to practice harder. Studies also show that mild stress can improve memory by activating parts of the brain involved in learning. 2 Normally when we experience a stressful event, stress hormones (激素) are released for about 15 to 30 minutes. But if we face multiple or persistent stress day after day, we will suffer from problems like sleeplessness, brain fog, digestive issues, and even heart disease. So how much stress is too much stress? 3 Different factors like your genetics, environment, and even your age, can influence the way your body responds. But no matter what your situation is, there are tools that can make dealing with stress a bit easier. Physical activity is a powerful stress reducer. Exercise creates new brain cells, making it easier to recover. A run through the park or a basketball game with friends can be a great distraction (分心事) from whatever is stressing you out. 4 Interacting with friends or family can lower stress hormone levels. Simple mindfulness practices, like deep breathing, build awareness of our emotions and keep us focused on the present. While we can't avoid life's challenges, understanding our stress response and using these tools can help us face them more calmly and effectively. By managing stress wisely, we can turn it from an enemy into a friend. 5 A．Social connection also helps. B．Small amounts of stress can even be helpful. C．It may help us grow stronger and live healthier. D．However, problems arise when stress becomes constant. E．Today, though, we initiate this response in many situations. F．Doctors recommend regular check-ups to monitor stress levels. G．It's difficult to say, as not everyone experiences stress in the same way. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．G 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了压力对人的影响，适度的压力有益，而持续的压力会带来问题，同时还介绍了应对压力的方法，以及合理管理压力能带来的好处。 1．根据上文“When we feel threatened or stressed, our brain produces chemicals which raise energy and sharpen focus, helping us react quickly to danger.(当我们感到受到威胁或有压力时，我们的大脑会产生化学物质，这些物质会提高能量并增强注意力，帮助我们快速对危险做出反应)”以及下文“For example, the pressure of an upcoming performance might motivate you to practice harder. Studies also show that mild stress can improve memory by activating parts of the brain involved in learning.(例如，即将到来的表演的压力可能会激励你更努力地练习。研究还表明，轻微的压力可以通过激活大脑中参与学习的部分来提高记忆力)”可知，此处在说少量压力是有帮助的，与B项“Small amounts of stress can even be helpful.(少量的压力甚至可能是有益的)”表达的含义一致，故选B项。 2．根据下文“Normally when we experience a stressful event, stress hormones (激素) are released for about 15 to 30 minutes. But if we face multiple or persistent stress day after day, we will suffer from problems like sleeplessness, brain fog, digestive issues, and even heart disease.(通常，当我们经历一个压力事件时，压力激素会释放大约15到30分钟。但如果我们日复一日地面临多重或持续的压力，我们将遭受失眠、脑雾、消化问题，甚至心脏病等问题)”可知，此处在说当压力持续时就会出现问题，与D项“However, problems arise when stress becomes constant.(然而，当压力持续时，问题就会出现)”表达的意思一致，故选D项。 3．根据上文“So how much stress is too much stress? (那么，多少压力算压力过大呢？)”可知上文提出了“多少压力算压力过大”这么一个问题，再根据下文“Different factors like your genetics, environment, and even your age, can influence the way your body responds.(不同的因素，如你的基因、环境，甚至你的年龄，都会影响你的身体反应方式)”可知，下文说的是因为每个人情况不同，所以每个人的身体反应不同，可推理出空白处说的是因人而异导致很难说多少压力算过大，与G项“It's difficult to say, as not everyone experiences stress in the same way.(很难说，因为不是每个人经历压力的方式都一样)”表达的意思一致，故选G项。 4．根据上文“Physical activity is a powerful stress reducer. Exercise creates new brain cells, making it easier to recover. A run through the park or a basketball game with friends can be a great distraction (分心事) from whatever is stressing you out.(体育活动是一种强大的减压方式。锻炼会产生新的脑细胞，使恢复更容易。在公园跑步或和朋友打篮球可以很好地分散你对任何让你感到压力的事情的注意力)”可知上文说的是体育活动能减压，再根据下文“Interacting with friends or family can lower stress hormone levels.(与朋友或家人互动可以降低压力激素水平)”可知，下文说的是与朋友或家人互动可以降低压力激素水平，可知此处说的是有助于减压的方式，A项“Social connection also helps.(社交联系也有帮助)”中提到了“社交联系”，这也是一种有助于减压的方式，符合语境，故选A项。 5．根据上文“By managing stress wisely, we can turn it from an enemy into a friend. (通过明智地管理压力，我们可以把它从敌人变成朋友)”可知，上文说的是要明智地管理压力，化敌为友，可推理出此处在说合理管理压力能带来的好处，与C项“It may help us grow stronger and live healthier.(它可能帮助我们变得更强壮，生活得更健康)”表达的意思一致，进一步说明了好处，故选C项。 （11） “We are what we eat” — or so the saying goes. From calorie-inducing meals to low-fat lunches, much of our health depends on what we eat. 1 , but cooking food is proving to be good for our mental well-being as well. Some people are now advocating the therapeutic (治疗的) value of cooking food. It’s not just about the end result but the experience someone goes through. Dr. Mark Salter told the BBC, “Baking and cooking can help patients develop planning skills, short-term memory and social skills. 2 . Therefore, baking and cooking are good occupational therapies.” TV chef and author Nadiya Hussain agrees that cooking is great for helping our mind. She loves to bake and became the champion of the TV show, The Great British Bake Off. She says that “Baking’s always been about therapy. 3 .” And she thinks that baking is an important tool for our socialization and mental health. Certainly, creating some delicious food has helped some of us get through tough times. 4 . People have said that making bread, for example, has given them a sense of calm and control. Research has also shown that doing creative tasks, like cooking, makes us feel happier. Nicole Farmer said, “Cooking represents the shared human experience of food, so I think that’s where it offers opportunity for immediate positive emotions.” 5 . As we mix with friends and family in the kitchen, we enjoy the benefits of shared moments that put us all in the right frame of mind. A．It’s never really been about the cake. B．All of these skills suffer in mental illness. C．It requires great skills to become an excellent baker. D．It’s helped take our mind off things and given us something to do. E．We know about the benefits of eating properly for our physical well-being. F．Of course, cooking can be a very sociable activity and a rewarding experience. G．Remember what we eat has a strong impact on our health both physically and mentally. 【答案】1．E 2．B 3．A 4．D 5．F 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了烹饪不仅对身体健康有好处，对心理健康也有好处。 1．根据上文““We are what we eat” — or so the saying goes. From calorie-inducing meals to low-fat lunches, much of our health depends on what we eat.(俗话说：“我们吃什么就是什么”。从高热量的食物到低脂肪的午餐，我们的健康很大程度上取决于我们吃的东西)”以及下文“but cooking food is proving to be good for our mental well-being as well.(但事实证明，烹饪食物对我们的心理健康也有好处)”可知，本句主要说明烹饪对身体健康的好处，后文提到对心理健康的好处。故E选项“我们都知道合理饮食对身体健康的好处”符合语境，故选E。 2．根据上文“Some people are now advocating the therapeutic (治疗的) value of cooking food. It’s not just about the end result but the experience someone goes through. Dr. Mark Salter told the BBC, “Baking and cooking can help patients develop planning skills, short-term memory and social skills.(现在有些人提倡烹饪食物的治疗价值。这不仅仅是关于最终结果，而是一个人所经历的经历。马克·索尔特医生告诉BBC：“烘焙和烹饪可以帮助病人培养计划能力、短期记忆力和社交能力)”以及下文“Therefore, baking and cooking are good occupational therapies.(因此，烘焙和烹饪是很好的职业疗法)”可知，上文提到烹饪对一些能力的影响，本句说明这些能力与精神的关系。故B选项“所有这些技能都会受到精神疾病的影响”符合语境，故选B。 3．根据上文“TV chef and author Nadiya Hussain agrees that cooking is great for helping our mind. She loves to bake and became the champion of the TV show, The Great British Bake Off. She says that “Baking’s always been about therapy.(电视厨师兼作家Nadiya Hussain同意烹饪对我们的思维有很大的帮助。她喜欢烘焙，并成为了电视节目《英国烘焙大赛》的冠军。她说：“烘焙一直是一种治疗)”以及下文“And she thinks that baking is an important tool for our socialization and mental health.(她认为烘焙是我们社交和心理健康的重要工具)”可知，上文提到烘焙是一种治疗，即不仅仅与烘焙出的物品有关系，本句进一步对上文进行解释说明。故A选项“这从来都不是蛋糕的问题”符合语境，故选A。 4．根据上文“Certainly, creating some delicious food has helped some of us get through tough times.(当然，创造一些美味的食物已经帮助我们中的一些人度过了艰难时期)”可知，上文提到美味的食物帮助度过艰难时期，本句承接上文，说明美味食物的好处。故D选项“它帮助我们把注意力从事情上转移开，让我们有事可做”符合语境，故选D。 5．根据下文“As we mix with friends and family in the kitchen, we enjoy the benefits of shared moments that put us all in the right frame of mind.(当我们与朋友和家人在厨房里混在一起时，我们享受着分享时刻的好处，这让我们都处于正确的心态中)”可知，本段主要说明了烹饪有助于社交。故F选项“当然，烹饪可以是一种社交活动，也是一种有益的经历”符合语境，故选F。 （12） In a world that often celebrates constant connectivity and social interaction, the art of solitude (独处) is a skill worth mastering. Solitude allows you to be alone without feeling lonely. 1 . Whether you’re looking to recharge or simply seeking a deeper connection with yourself, embracing solitude can enrich your life in profound ways. Solitude provides an invaluable opportunity for self-discovery, offering a unique space to explore your inner world without the noise of external influences. When you’re alone, free from external influences, you can better understand your own thoughts, values, and desires that might otherwise remain buried. 2 . Solitude enhances creativity by providing mental space and freedom necessary for deep thinking.Many artists, writers, and innovators seek solitude to tap into their creativity. 3 . You can experiment with new concepts, take risks and explore unconventional solutions. Solitude nurtures the imagination and encourages innovative thinking, leading to original and meaningful outcomes. 4 . Whether you’re studying, working on a project, or pursuing a hobby, uninterrupted time alone can significantly boost productivity. It allows you to focus entirely on the task at hand without distractions. Being alone without feeling lonely involves engaging in activities that bring you joy and fulfillment, even without others around. Intentionally carve out time in your schedule for solitude. 5 . Treat this time as sacred and prioritize it like any other commitment. Use practices like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing exercises to stay present and fully engaged in the current moment. A．Solitude acts as a solution to stress and anxiety B．This self-awareness is essential for personal growth C．It’s about finding contentment and growth in your own company D．Solitude provides an environment for deep work and concentration E．It could be early mornings, evenings, or whatever fits your lifestyle F．It’s vital to understand the difference between solitude and loneliness G．Without distractions, you can fully immerse yourself in creative pursuits 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．G 4．D 5．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了独处的定义、好处以及培养独处的方式。 1．根据上文“Solitude allows you to be alone without feeling lonely. (独处能让你在独处时不感到孤独)”以及下文“Whether you’re looking to recharge or simply seeking a deeper connection with yourself, embracing solitude can enrich your life in profound ways. (无论你是想恢复精力，还是只是想与自己建立更深层次的联系，拥抱独处都能以深远的方式丰富你的生活)”可知，空前提到独处的定义，空后提到了独处的好处，因此此处需要一个承上启下的句子。C选项“It’s about finding contentment and growth in your own company (它是关于在自己的陪伴中找到满足和成长)”进一步解释了独处的内涵，与上文衔接紧密，且符合下文提到的独处能丰富生活的描述。故选C项。 2．根据上文“Solitude provides an invaluable opportunity for self-discovery, offering a unique space to explore your inner world without the noise of external influences. When you’re alone, free from external influences, you can better understand your own thoughts, values, and desires that might otherwise remain buried. (独处为自我发现提供了宝贵的机会，提供了一个独特的空间，让你在没有外界干扰的情况下探索自己的内心世界。当你独处时，不受外界影响，你可以更好地理解自己那些可能会被埋没的想法、价值观和欲望)”可知，此处讲的是独处带来的自我认知。B选项“This self-awareness is essential for personal growth (这种自我意识对个人成长至关重要)”中的“This self-awareness”指代上文提到的对自己想法、价值观和欲望的理解，且说明了这种自我意识的重要性，与上文逻辑连贯。故选B项。 3．根据上文“Solitude enhances creativity by providing mental space and freedom necessary for deep thinking. Many artists, writers, and innovators seek solitude to tap into their creativity. (独处通过提供深入思考所需的精神空间和自由来提高创造力。许多艺术家、作家和创新者都寻求独处来挖掘自己的创造力)”可知，此处围绕独处对创造力的提升作用展开。G选项“Without distractions, you can fully immerse yourself in creative pursuits (没有干扰，你可以完全沉浸在创造性的追求中)”进一步阐述了在独处无干扰的情况下，人们能更好地投入到创造性活动中，与上文提到的独处对创造力的积极作用相呼应，同时也自然地引出下文“You can experiment with new concepts, take risks and explore unconventional solutions. (你可以尝试新的概念，冒险并探索非传统的解决方案)”中关于创造性活动的具体内容。故选G项。 4．根据下文“Whether you’re studying, working on a project, or pursuing a hobby, uninterrupted time alone can significantly boost productivity. It allows you to focus entirely on the task at hand without distractions. (无论你是在学习、处理一个项目，还是追求一项爱好，不间断的独处时间都能显著提高生产力。它能让你在没有干扰的情况下完全专注于手头的任务)”可知，此段主要讲述独处对提高效率和专注度的作用。D选项“Solitude provides an environment for deep work and concentration (独处为深度工作和专注提供了一个环境)”准确概括了该段主旨。故选D项。 5．根据上文“Intentionally carve out time in your schedule for solitude. (有意在你的日程安排中留出独处的时间)”以及下文“Treat this time as sacred and prioritize it like any other commitment. (把这段时间视为神圣的，像对待其他任何承诺一样优先安排它)”可知，此处提出了培养独处的方式，前一句提到在你的安排中有意留出独处的时间，后一句提到把这些时间看成是神圣的，像其他重要任务一样优先完成。E选项“It could be early mornings, evenings, or whatever fits your lifestyle (它可以是清晨、晚上，或者任何适合你生活方式的时间)”进一步顺承说明了上一句中“time”的具体内容，同时，也能与后一句中“this time”相呼应。故选E项。 （13） Walking offers many physical and mental health benefits and can be done by people of all ages and fitness levels. Walking is easy to fit into your routine and can be done anywhere. 1 ●Burn calories. 2 A faster pace increases heart rate and muscle engagement, burning more calories. Terrain matters too. Walking on hills or sand demands more effort than on flat ground. The body type also plays a role. People with more muscle mass burn calories faster, even at rest. ●Strengthen the heart. Walking quickly helps strengthen the heart by increasing the heart rate and improving blood circulation. 3 Walking is an easy way to increase physical activity and is known to help prevent and manage heart disease for those with heart problems or at risk of developing them. ●Help lower high cholesterol(胆固醇)and blood sugar. Research shows that regular walking at reasonable intensity can help lower high cholesterol. Generally, the more distance walked, the more benefits for blood fat levels. 4 So take this walk. Even a few minutes' walking after eating can significantly improve blood sugar levels, compared to standing or sitting after eating. ● 5 Spending some minutes walking in nature improves mental health. It includes decreasing stress and negative feelings and increasing positive feelings. Even a single 10-minute quick walk is enough to improve overall mood and reduce tiredness. A．Improve emotions. B．Get close to nature. C．And it can help lower blood pressure. D．Walking speed influences calorie burning. E．The pace, whether fast or slow, is insignificant. F．And it requires nothing more than a good pair of shoes. G．Gentle walking can improve blood sugar levels after meals. 【答案】1．F 2．D 3．C 4．G 5．A 【导语】本文是说明文。主要介绍了散步给我们的身体健康带来的好处。 1．根据上文“Walking is easy to fit into your routine and can be done anywhere.(散步很容易融入你的日常生活，可以在任何地方进行。)”可知此处介绍了散步的优势，所以F项“它只需要一双好鞋。)符合题意，继续介绍散步的优势。故选F。 2．根据下文“A faster pace increases heart rate and breathing, burning more calories.(更快的步伐可以加快心率和呼吸，燃烧更多的卡路里。)”可知，此处介绍了走路速度对燃烧卡路里的影响，所以D项“走路速度影响卡路里燃烧。”符合题意，故选D。 3．根据上文“Walking quickly helps strengthen the heart by increasing the heart rate and improving blood circulation.(快速步行通过加快心率和促进血液循环来增强心脏功能)”可知，此处介绍了快走对心脏的好处，所以C项“它可以帮助降低血压。”符合题意，it指代前文提到的“Walking quickly”。故选C。 4．根据上文“Research shows that regular walking at reasonable intensity can help lower high cholesterol. Generally, the more distance walked, the more benefits for blood fat levels.(研究表明，合理强度的定期步行有助于降低高胆固醇。一般来说，步行距离越远，对血脂水平的好处就越大。)”以及下文“So take this walk.( 所以出去散步吧。)”可知，此处介绍了散步的好处，并鼓励去散步，所以G顶“轻柔地步行可以改善饭后血糖水平。”符合题意，承接前文。故选G。 5．空格处为段落标题。根据下文“Spending some minutes walking in nature improves mental health. It includes decreasing stress and negative feelings and increasing positive feelings.(花几分钟在大自然中散步可以改善心理健康。它包括减少压力和消极情绪，增加积极情绪。)”)可知，此处介绍了散步对情绪的影响，在大自然中散步几分钟可以改善心理健康。所以A项“改善情绪。”符合题意，故选A。 （14） I’ve always disliked getting up in winter. As a child, I would drag myself out of bed, my eyes half-closed, and watch my school uniform warming on the radiator. 1 It’s too dark, and I am always half-asleep. 2 Most of them are fun, but few really change my life in the long run. Sunrise alarm clocks, however, are different. They’ve become a fundamental part of my morning routine. My top picks, the Lumie Bodyclock Spark 100 and Philips SmartSleep, have greatly benefited me. I’m waking up every day feeling more energetic and mentally sharper. Essentially, sunrise alarm clocks are a combination of alarm clock and light treatment device that shines with increasing brightness as your wake-up time approaches. The light interacts with our natural sleep-wake cycle, much as the sun does when it rises. 3 Sunrise alarm clocks also promote healthier sleep habits. In our tech-driven world, waking up often means immediately checking our phones. An important strength of sunrise alarm clocks is that your morning wake-up no longer involves your phone. Stopping a smartphone alarm means your day begins with eyes on-screen. 4 But with these clocks, you can start the day with a clearer mind and more concentration. Sleep is personal, and no single device fits everyone. But for me, sunrise alarm clocks have been a game-changer. They’re affordable, with quality models available for under £30. 5 After all, some morning people are made, not born. A．They prove to fall into this unique category. B．Interested in tech, I often test fascinating devices. C．Therefore, we wake up biologically prepared for the day. D．The path to endless screen time is just a fingerprint away. E．These days, I set multiple alarms to ensure I’m woken up. F．If you are struggling with dark mornings, it’s worth a shot. G．All of the sunrise alarm clocks I’ve tested have their strengths. 【答案】1．E 2．B 3．C 4．D 5．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了日出闹钟的功能、优点以及作者个人的使用体验。详细解释了日出闹钟如何结合闹钟和光治疗设备的功能，通过逐渐增强的光线亮度来模拟日出，从而帮助人们更自然地醒来，并促进更健康的睡眠习惯。 1．根据上文“As a child, I would drag myself out of bed, my eyes half-closed, and watch my school uniform warming on the radiator.(小时候，我会半闭着眼睛，拖着自己从床上起来，看着我的校服在暖气片上暖着)”以及下文“It’s too dark, and I am always half-asleep.(天太黑了，我总是处于半睡半醒的状态)”可推测，这里说的是现在作者起床的状况。选项E“These days, I set multiple alarms to ensure I’m woken up.(如今，我会设置好几个闹钟来确保自己能醒来)”符合语境，衔接上下文，说明现在作者为了起床所采取的措施。故选E。 2．根据下文“Most of them are fun, but few really change my life in the long run. Sunrise alarm clocks, however, are different.(它们大多数都很有趣，但从长远来看，很少有能真正改变我生活的)”可推测，空处要提到“them”所指代的内容。选项B“Interested in tech, I often test fascinating devices.(因为对科技感兴趣，我经常测试一些有趣的设备)”能引出下文，说明作者测试各种设备，然后引出对日出闹钟的介绍。其中的“devices”与下文的“them”指代一致。故选B。 3．根据上文“Essentially, sunrise alarm clocks are a combination of alarm clock and light treatment device that shines with increasing brightness as your wake-up time approaches. The light interacts with our natural sleep-wake cycle, much as the sun does when it rises.(从本质上讲，日出闹钟是闹钟和光疗设备的结合，随着起床时间的临近，它会越来越亮。这种光线与我们自然的睡眠-觉醒周期相互作用，就像太阳升起时一样)”可知，这里说的是日出闹钟的原理以及对我们的影响。选项C“Therefore, we wake up biologically prepared for the day.(因此，我们醒来时在生理上已经为新的一天做好了准备)”是对上文的总结，说明因为这种光的作用——我们能在生理上做好起床准备。故选C。 4．根据上文“Stopping a smartphone alarm means your day begins with eyes on-screen.(关掉智能手机的闹钟意味着你的一天从看屏幕开始)”可知，这里说的是用手机闹钟的情况。选项D“The path to endless screen time is just a fingerprint away.(进入无休止的屏幕时间的路径只需一个指纹的距离)”进一步说明了用手机闹钟后很容易进入长时间看屏幕的状态，衔接上文。故选D。 5．根据上文“But for me, sunrise alarm clocks have been a game-changer. They’re affordable, with quality models available for under £30.(但对我来说，日出闹钟改变了我的生活。它们价格实惠，优质的型号售价不到30英镑)”以及下文“After all, some morning people are made, not born.(毕竟，有些喜欢早起的人是后天养成的，而不是天生的)”可知，本段是在推荐日出闹钟。选项F“If you are struggling with dark mornings, it’s worth a shot.(如果你在黑暗的早晨起床困难，这值得一试)”符合语境，承上启下，推荐那些起床困难的人试试日出闹钟。故选F。 （15） 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. 1 Unlike a nanny (保姆), au pairs are considered temporary members of the host family, participating in daily life and cultural activities. 2 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. 3 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. 4 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. 5 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. 【答案】1．C 2．E 3．G 4．F 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了互惠生项目的定义、优势、职责、热门国家选择以及通过可靠机构准备的重要性。 1．由上文“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. (其中一种方式是成为一名互惠生，这是年轻人在外国与寄宿家庭一起生活，提供儿童照顾并体验新文化的独特机会。)”可知，本段介绍了互惠生的概念和基本内容，本空应进一步说明了互惠生与寄宿家庭的关系。C选项“An au pair lives with the host family on equal terms. (互惠生与寄宿家庭平等相处。)”能承接上文，符合题意。故选C。 2．由下文“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. (它可以挑战你走出舒适区，适应新环境，并培养有价值的生活技能。你将有机会在空闲时间探索周边地区。最重要的是，成为互惠生提供了一种经济实惠的在国外生活的方式，而没有传统旅行费用的经济负担。)”可知，下文主要阐述了成为互惠生带来的各种好处，尤其是对自身提升方面的益处，本空应强调互惠生对自身提升方面的益处。E选项“Being an au pair provides an opportunity to improve yourself. (成为互惠生提供了一个提升自我的机会)”能够很好地概括下文内容，引出下文对这些好处的具体描述，符合语境。所以选E。 3．由上文“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. (互惠生的职责通常包括儿童护理，例如与孩子玩耍、帮助做作业、准备饭菜以及与孩子区域相关的轻微家务。)”可知，本段列举了互惠生的常见职责，本空应对职责进行进一步的补充说明。G选项“However, specific responsibilities can be different in different families. (然而，具体职责在不同家庭中可能有所不同。)”补充说明了互惠生职责的灵活性，与上文提到的常见职责相衔接，符合题意。故选G。 4．由上文“Germany has strong economy, historical culture, and emphasis on work-life balance. (德国拥有强大的经济、历史文化，并且注重工作与生活的平衡。)”可知，上文介绍了德国的一些优势特点，本空应强调德国的这些优势对互惠生具有吸引力。F选项“It attracts many au pairs seeking professional and cultural growth. (它吸引了许多寻求职业和文化成长的互惠生。)”中的It指代上文的Germany，能够承接上文，符合语境。所以选F。 5．由上文“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.”（所以，如果你准备好按照计划开始你的互惠生之旅，考虑寻求可靠机构的帮助，以信心推动这一进程，开启一生的冒险。）可知，上文建议向可靠机构求助，本空应说明这样做的好处。D选项“You’ll be more prepared with the support and guidance. (有了支持和指导，你会更有准备。)”强调了机构支持的重要性，与上文提到的“寻求可靠机构的帮助”相呼应，符合题意。故选D。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 2024-2025学年高一下期期末考点大串讲（外研版） 专题02 七选五15篇 （1） Sleep Well or Stay Up Late to Study? It’s 3 a.m., and there are only eight hours left until an important exam of a piano solo performance. Yet, you still feel unprepared. 1 Sleep takes up nearly one-third of our lives, yet it is often overlooked. In reality, sleep is not a waste of time but a vital physiological process. During sleep, the body controls various systems, affecting breathing, circulation, growth, and immunity. Besides, sleep is equally important for the brain, with one-fifth of the blood flow directed to it. 2 In the 19th century, psychologist Herman Ebbinghaus proposed the “forgetting curve (曲线).” 3 However, memory can be strengthened through consolidation (巩固). It is a process in which the hippocampus (海马体) plays a vital role. The hippocampus is involved in consolidating declarative memory, like the knowledge needed for exams, but not procedural memory, such as the finger movements required for a piano solo. 4 Intense emotions or stress can make memories more deeply impressive, but good sleep is even more important to a good memory. Sleep is divided into four stages. During slow-wave sleep, declarative memories are temporarily stored before being transferred for long-term storage. Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, on the other hand, is associated with the consolidation of procedural memories. Studies have shown that sleeping three hours after memorizing formulas or an hour after practicing the piano is ideal. So, stop sacrificing (牺牲) sleep. 5 “Sleep on it first” truly makes sense. A．Many factors have influences on memory consolidation. B．It not only affects your health but also your memory conservation. C．The curve accurately shows the different characteristics of our memory. D．It shows that people forget 40% of new information within 20 minutes. E．At this moment, getting some sleep actually is better than keeping fighting. F．You are so worried about your coming performance that you keep practicing. G．During this period, the brain reorganizes itself, which is essential for memory. （2） During puberty (青春期), your body goes through many changes, and you start forming a body image — how you see, think, and feel about your body’s size, shape, and weight, or specific features like your nose. 1 For instance, you may believe your nose is too big or too small, even though it looks perfectly normal. 2 One major influence is peer (同龄人) pressure. Your friends might make casual jokes about your appearance, or you might compare yourself to them and feel they look better. Such experiences can harm the way you view yourself. Another powerful influence is the media, which often promotes a narrow, ideal body type. For example, if fair skin is portrayed as beautiful, you may feel insecure if you don’t match that ideal. Developing a negative body image can lead to unhealthy behaviors, such as extreme dieting, overexercising, or even risky plastic surgeries. 3 When you focus too much on appearance, you may forget to appreciate other great things about yourself, such as your talents and personality. To build a positive body image, it’s essential to remember that no perfect body exists, as beauty standards are always changing. Models and celebrities may appear flawless in the media, but much of their appearance is due to makeup, angles, lighting, and editing. 4 Rather than focusing on appearances, value people for their true selves. By surrounding yourself with positive influences and avoiding comments on looks, you can redirect your attention from self-criticism. 5 Over time, you’ll build inner confidence and develop a healthier, more accepting relationship with your body. A．Many factors shape your body image. B．It also lowers your overall life satisfaction. C．However, your true beauty lies within your heart. D．External judgement can be a double-edged sword. E．Without these tricks, they are just as “imperfect” as everyone else. F．Surprisingly, body image is shaped more by your thoughts than by reality. G．This shift enables you to recognize and celebrate your talents and strengths. （3） After a long day, you fall onto the sofa and find yourself dozing off while watching TV. The room is nice and warm, the sofa is comfortable, and the background sound of the TV makes you sleep. 1 But when you get there, you find to your frustration that you’re wide awake. Why is it so easy to fall asleep on the sofa? Sleep pressure is one reason why you fall asleep on the sofa. 2 The longer you’ve been awake, the greater the sleep pressure is. Your environment will also impact how likely it is you fall asleep, such as your very comfortable sofa in a warm room, dim lighting and maybe a TV program in the background. 3 If you just fell asleep on the sofa for five minutes, you might not have too much trouble getting to sleep in bed. 4 But if you were asleep for an hour, it might be a different story. Your sleep cycles might also be working against you. Most sleep cycles are about 90 minutes long. They start with light sleep, progress to deep sleep, and then end with light sleep again. If you wake up during light sleep, it could be harder to fall asleep again in bed. Why can’t I fall asleep in my own bed? There are other reasons why falling asleep in your bed could be challenging. Many people experience anxiety about falling asleep. 5 In such cases, getting into bed can be associated with feelings of stress and fear, which make it even harder to sleep. It might be easier to fall asleep on the couch, where there is less stress involved. A．How do sleep cycles work? B．What happens after a nap on the sofa? C．This refers to the strength of the biological drive for sleep. D．Then a loved one touches you awake and reminds you to go to sleep in bed. E．This is because a short nap is unlikely to reduce your sleep pressure very much. F．They worry about getting enough sleep or falling asleep fast enough. G．Their behaviors before bed and their bedroom environment can’t contribute to sleep. （4） As a child who had to take a lot of medicine, I had quite the collection of those plastic orange pill bottles with the white caps. I remember wondering why they were that strange color and then deciding that they must have been designed in the 1970s because everything from that decade seemed to have that strange tone to it. 1 Pill bottles are clear orange for a few important reasons. Orange bottles keep medicine effective. It’s important to protect medicine from light, as it can degrade or lose effect when exposed to UV light. 2 Nearly every type of medicine, from pain relievers to sleep aids, is provided in these bottles. They’ve become as universe as those over-the-counter bottles stuffed with cotton. 3 Orange pill bottles have been accepted as the standard practice, and when someone sees an orange bottle, they connect this with prescription medicine. This connection is so strong that it communicates across languages, ages and cultures that whatever is in the bottle is medicine and should be treated with care. Do pill bottles have to be orange plastic? No. 4 Some are designed, from a marketing perspective, to help patients with brand recognition. Others are designed with a specific purpose to protect the medication—for instance, medicine that really needs to be kept out of sunlight, such as some types of antibiotics, often comes in dark bottles. 5 A．But my childhood fancy was wrong. B．Pill bottles can and do come in a variety of colors and materials. C．From a safety standpoint, making pill bottles orange is a smart move. D．It’s designed to help people identify the types of medicine inside directly. E．Drugstores generally don’t choose the color or style of pill bottles they use. F．But the orange color is the most popular, since it’s considered the standard. G．The color orange helps keep out the UV light, so it doesn’t alter the medicine. （5） Music is used across cultures and ages as a powerful mood regulator. 1 The emotional power of music is one of the main reasons why people devote so much time, energy, and money to it. People use music to achieve various goals, such as feeling more energized, keeping focused on tasks, and reducing boredom. Music offers a resource for emotion regulation. For instance, sad music enables listeners to stay away from painful situations. 2 Further, lyrics that have a connection with the listener’s personal experience can give voice to feelings or experiences that one might not be able to express oneself. Listening to soft and slow music, such as classical music, is better for managing negative emotions compared to hard or heavy music. 3 Music is a powerful emotional stimulus(刺激物) that changes our relationship with time. Time does indeed seem to fly when listening to pleasant music. Hearing pleasant music seems to keep attention away from time processing. Moreover, this attention-related shortening effect appears to be greater in the case of calm music with a slow tempo (节奏). For example, music is used in waiting rooms to reduce the subjective length of time spent waiting or in supermarkets to encourage people to stay for longer and buy more. 4 In sum, music can change our moods, emotions, and motivation. We can use music to express or challenge our moods. 5 For example, the protest song “Baraye” expresses Iranians’ (伊朗人的) painful complaints. A．Music can also show the mood on a national level. B．We regularly use music to comfort our souls and pain. C．Music are likely to affect a nation’s policies or decisions. D．This is because they focus instead on the beauty of the music. E．When listening to music, We are amazed at how quickly time passes by. F．Music shows that one’s understanding of the passage of time is subjective. G．Consumers spend more time in the grocery store when the background music is slow. （6） Earth’s natural resources include air, water, soil, minerals, fuels, plants and animals. All the things we need to survive come from natural resources. Some of these resources, like small plants, can be replaced quickly after they are used. Others, like large trees, take a long time to replace. 1 Other resources, such as fossil (化石) fuels, cannot be replaced at all. Once used up, they are gone forever. These are nonrenewable resources. However, people often waste natural resources. Animals are overhunted. Forests are cleared, exposing land to wind and water damage. If resources are carelessly managed, many will be used up. 2 So, people can reduce waste and manage natural resources wisely through conservation. Conservation is the practice of caring for these resources, so all living things can benefit from them. The population of human beings has grown enormously in the past two centuries. Billions of people use up resources quickly as they eat food, build houses, produce goods, and burn fuel for transportation and electricity. But the continuation of life relies on the careful use of natural resources. 3 But the need to conserve resources often conflicts with other needs. 4 A timber company may want to harvest the area’s trees for construction materials. A business may want to build a factory or shopping mall on the land. 5 When we use the environment properly to ensure we have resources for the future, it is called sustainable development. There are many different resources we need to conserve in order to live sustainably. A．These are renewable resources. B．All of these needs are beneficial to human beings. C．Anyway, development and conservation can coexist in harmony. D．Sometimes the plants and animals that live in the area are forgotten. E．If used wisely, however, renewable resources will last much longer. F．For some people, a wooded area may be a good place to build a farm. G．Therefore, human beings need to protect natural resources carefully. （7） In today’s rapidly evolving world, technological innovation is reshaping every aspect of our lives, from the way we communicate to how we work and entertain ourselves. Here are some aspects technology is making a difference in our daily lives. 1 Transforming communication. One of the most evident changes is in communication. Technology has made communication faster and more accessible. 2 Video-conferencing tools have made face-to-face communication possible regardless of geographical distance. Moreover, messaging apps have added features like voice notes and group chats, making communication more convenient and dynamic. Revolutionizing (变革) work. The workplace has also been significantly transformed by technology. Remote work, which was once rare, has become mainstream. 3 Cloud computing allows employees to access work files and applications from any device with an Internet connection. Project management software helps teams coordinate(协调)tasks and track progress. This increases flexibility and boosts productivity. Enhancing entertainment. Entertainment has been taken to a whole new level with technological advancements. Streaming services have replaced traditional TV and movie rentals. We can watch our favorite shows whenever and wherever we want. 4 Gamers can now step into virtual worlds and interact with them in ways that were previously unimaginable. 5 While technology brings numerous benefits, it’s essential to be aware of potential disadvantages. For example, excessive screen time can lead to health issues like eye strain and abnormal sleep patterns. The over-dependence on technology may also cause a decline in face-to-face communication skills. Additionally, concerns about data privacy and security have become more noticeable as our personal information is increasingly stored and shared online. A．Protecting individual privacy. B．Bewaring of negative sides of technology. C．It has brought about both positive and negative changes in our lives. D．Video games have also evolved, providing immersive(沉浸的)experiences. E．By understanding these impacts, we can better adapt to the power of technology. F．Thanks to high-speed Internet and powerful laptops, people can work from home. G．Social media platforms enable us to connect with others across the globe in an instant. （8） The United Nations has set March 21 in 2025 as the first World Day for Glaciers. 1 The aim is to encourage everyone to protect glaciers. They are crucial for sustaining life on Earth now and for future generations. A glacier is made up of ice and snow that slowly flows over land. Over many years, as snow continues to pile up, it eventually becomes a large mass of snow that starts transforming into glacier ice. Glaciers have shaped mountains and valleys throughout Earth’s history. They are still flowing and shaping landscapes in many places today. 2 When glaciers melt, they let out nutrients into lakes, rivers and oceans. 3 As glaciers melt, they also provide habitats for plants and animals near streams. This shows that glaciers indirectly affect wildlife and fishing areas. 4 About 10 percent of the world’s land has around 200,000 glaciers, which hold about 70 percent of Earth’s fresh water, according to Carbon Brief, a UK-based website specializing in the science and policy of climate change. In the Himalayas, Karakoram and Hindu Kush mountains, millions of people and animals depend on the 90,000 glaciers for water. These glaciers form the headwaters of the Indus, Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers. Climate change is having a severe impact on glaciers worldwide. 5 For example, Colombia has seen 90 percent of its glacier area disappear since the mid-19th century, as shown in a 2025 UN report on global water development. The report also warns that with a temperature increase of 1.5 to 4℃, glaciers could lose between 26 to 41 percent of their mass from 2015 levels by the year 2100. A．There are various glaciers in the world. B．However, glaciers don’t just affect the land. C．Many glaciers have disappeared completely. D．Therefore, glaciers could lead to various problems. E．Glaciers provide important water for both people and animals. F．These nutrients can help some crucial plants like phytoplankton grow. G．It has also declared 2025 the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation. （9） If there’s one thing colleges know, it’s where the jobs are. Here are some areas to study. 1 The first one is electricians. Electricians are in short supply, even without considering the increase in electricians needed to electrify the economy. 2 Putting up, say, an apartment building can require up to 40. The field is so full of opportunity that some colleges have started teaching evening classes to graduate more electrician students per year. 3 Students can try different trades, like the electrical one, and move directly from the program to an apprenticeship (学徒工作). Artificial intelligence (AI) is another hot field. Twenty years ago, there were few opportunities to explore a career in artificial intelligence. 4 Between 2015 and 2019, there was a 270 per cent increase in the number of businesses implementing AI processes worldwide. The technology’s capabilities are wide-ranging. It can help teachers streamline their work by updating courses, recommending content and suggesting ways to bridge knowledge gaps for students. In the business world, AI has transformed supply chain management. 5 Just a few years ago, imagining e-sports (or electronic sports) as a proper college program was almost unthinkable. Video games were seen as a vice, not a job. Fast forward to 2025: Quite a few colleges have not only launched e-sports management programs but even built e-sports arenas to take advantage of the lively industry. Globally, the video game industry is bigger than the movie and music industries combined. Revenue from e-sports events is predicted to grow to more than $1.8 billion globally by 2026. A．Others are offering free exploration programs. B．Building almost any home requires an electrician. C．However, the technology has quickly advanced in the last decade. D．They practically guarantee a hire and help create a better future too. E．Game shows become popular thanks to new management programs. F．E-sports management is also a rapidly growing field with great opportunities. G．Some colleges, like Centennial College, offer pathways to promising careers. （10） When we feel threatened or stressed, our brain produces chemicals which raise energy and sharpen focus, helping us react quickly to danger. 1 For example, the pressure of an upcoming performance might motivate you to practice harder. Studies also show that mild stress can improve memory by activating parts of the brain involved in learning. 2 Normally when we experience a stressful event, stress hormones (激素) are released for about 15 to 30 minutes. But if we face multiple or persistent stress day after day, we will suffer from problems like sleeplessness, brain fog, digestive issues, and even heart disease. So how much stress is too much stress? 3 Different factors like your genetics, environment, and even your age, can influence the way your body responds. But no matter what your situation is, there are tools that can make dealing with stress a bit easier. Physical activity is a powerful stress reducer. Exercise creates new brain cells, making it easier to recover. A run through the park or a basketball game with friends can be a great distraction (分心事) from whatever is stressing you out. 4 Interacting with friends or family can lower stress hormone levels. Simple mindfulness practices, like deep breathing, build awareness of our emotions and keep us focused on the present. While we can't avoid life's challenges, understanding our stress response and using these tools can help us face them more calmly and effectively. By managing stress wisely, we can turn it from an enemy into a friend. 5 A．Social connection also helps. B．Small amounts of stress can even be helpful. C．It may help us grow stronger and live healthier. D．However, problems arise when stress becomes constant. E．Today, though, we initiate this response in many situations. F．Doctors recommend regular check-ups to monitor stress levels. G．It's difficult to say, as not everyone experiences stress in the same way. （11） “We are what we eat” — or so the saying goes. From calorie-inducing meals to low-fat lunches, much of our health depends on what we eat. 1 , but cooking food is proving to be good for our mental well-being as well. Some people are now advocating the therapeutic (治疗的) value of cooking food. It’s not just about the end result but the experience someone goes through. Dr. Mark Salter told the BBC, “Baking and cooking can help patients develop planning skills, short-term memory and social skills. 2 . Therefore, baking and cooking are good occupational therapies.” TV chef and author Nadiya Hussain agrees that cooking is great for helping our mind. She loves to bake and became the champion of the TV show, The Great British Bake Off. She says that “Baking’s always been about therapy. 3 .” And she thinks that baking is an important tool for our socialization and mental health. Certainly, creating some delicious food has helped some of us get through tough times. 4 . People have said that making bread, for example, has given them a sense of calm and control. Research has also shown that doing creative tasks, like cooking, makes us feel happier. Nicole Farmer said, “Cooking represents the shared human experience of food, so I think that’s where it offers opportunity for immediate positive emotions.” 5 . As we mix with friends and family in the kitchen, we enjoy the benefits of shared moments that put us all in the right frame of mind. A．It’s never really been about the cake. B．All of these skills suffer in mental illness. C．It requires great skills to become an excellent baker. D．It’s helped take our mind off things and given us something to do. E．We know about the benefits of eating properly for our physical well-being. F．Of course, cooking can be a very sociable activity and a rewarding experience. G．Remember what we eat has a strong impact on our health both physically and mentally. （12） In a world that often celebrates constant connectivity and social interaction, the art of solitude (独处) is a skill worth mastering. Solitude allows you to be alone without feeling lonely. 1 . Whether you’re looking to recharge or simply seeking a deeper connection with yourself, embracing solitude can enrich your life in profound ways. Solitude provides an invaluable opportunity for self-discovery, offering a unique space to explore your inner world without the noise of external influences. When you’re alone, free from external influences, you can better understand your own thoughts, values, and desires that might otherwise remain buried. 2 . Solitude enhances creativity by providing mental space and freedom necessary for deep thinking.Many artists, writers, and innovators seek solitude to tap into their creativity. 3 . You can experiment with new concepts, take risks and explore unconventional solutions. Solitude nurtures the imagination and encourages innovative thinking, leading to original and meaningful outcomes. 4 . Whether you’re studying, working on a project, or pursuing a hobby, uninterrupted time alone can significantly boost productivity. It allows you to focus entirely on the task at hand without distractions. Being alone without feeling lonely involves engaging in activities that bring you joy and fulfillment, even without others around. Intentionally carve out time in your schedule for solitude. 5 . Treat this time as sacred and prioritize it like any other commitment. Use practices like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing exercises to stay present and fully engaged in the current moment. A．Solitude acts as a solution to stress and anxiety B．This self-awareness is essential for personal growth C．It’s about finding contentment and growth in your own company D．Solitude provides an environment for deep work and concentration E．It could be early mornings, evenings, or whatever fits your lifestyle F．It’s vital to understand the difference between solitude and loneliness G．Without distractions, you can fully immerse yourself in creative pursuits （13） Walking offers many physical and mental health benefits and can be done by people of all ages and fitness levels. Walking is easy to fit into your routine and can be done anywhere. 1 ●Burn calories. 2 A faster pace increases heart rate and muscle engagement, burning more calories. Terrain matters too. Walking on hills or sand demands more effort than on flat ground. The body type also plays a role. People with more muscle mass burn calories faster, even at rest. ●Strengthen the heart. Walking quickly helps strengthen the heart by increasing the heart rate and improving blood circulation. 3 Walking is an easy way to increase physical activity and is known to help prevent and manage heart disease for those with heart problems or at risk of developing them. ●Help lower high cholesterol(胆固醇)and blood sugar. Research shows that regular walking at reasonable intensity can help lower high cholesterol. Generally, the more distance walked, the more benefits for blood fat levels. 4 So take this walk. Even a few minutes' walking after eating can significantly improve blood sugar levels, compared to standing or sitting after eating. ● 5 Spending some minutes walking in nature improves mental health. It includes decreasing stress and negative feelings and increasing positive feelings. Even a single 10-minute quick walk is enough to improve overall mood and reduce tiredness. A．Improve emotions. B．Get close to nature. C．And it can help lower blood pressure. D．Walking speed influences calorie burning. E．The pace, whether fast or slow, is insignificant. F．And it requires nothing more than a good pair of shoes. G．Gentle walking can improve blood sugar levels after meals. （14） I’ve always disliked getting up in winter. As a child, I would drag myself out of bed, my eyes half-closed, and watch my school uniform warming on the radiator. 1 It’s too dark, and I am always half-asleep. 2 Most of them are fun, but few really change my life in the long run. Sunrise alarm clocks, however, are different. They’ve become a fundamental part of my morning routine. My top picks, the Lumie Bodyclock Spark 100 and Philips SmartSleep, have greatly benefited me. I’m waking up every day feeling more energetic and mentally sharper. Essentially, sunrise alarm clocks are a combination of alarm clock and light treatment device that shines with increasing brightness as your wake-up time approaches. The light interacts with our natural sleep-wake cycle, much as the sun does when it rises. 3 Sunrise alarm clocks also promote healthier sleep habits. In our tech-driven world, waking up often means immediately checking our phones. An important strength of sunrise alarm clocks is that your morning wake-up no longer involves your phone. Stopping a smartphone alarm means your day begins with eyes on-screen. 4 But with these clocks, you can start the day with a clearer mind and more concentration. Sleep is personal, and no single device fits everyone. But for me, sunrise alarm clocks have been a game-changer. They’re affordable, with quality models available for under £30. 5 After all, some morning people are made, not born. A．They prove to fall into this unique category. B．Interested in tech, I often test fascinating devices. C．Therefore, we wake up biologically prepared for the day. D．The path to endless screen time is just a fingerprint away. E．These days, I set multiple alarms to ensure I’m woken up. F．If you are struggling with dark mornings, it’s worth a shot. G．All of the sunrise alarm clocks I’ve tested have their strengths. （15） 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. 1 Unlike a nanny (保姆), au pairs are considered temporary members of the host family, participating in daily life and cultural activities. 2 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. 3 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. 4 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. 5 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. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$