专题13 阅读表达(北京专用)-【好题汇编】5年（2021-2025）高考1年模拟英语真题分类汇编

专题13 阅读表达(北京专用) 五年考情（2021-2025） 命题趋势 年份 体裁 词数 话题 考点分布 细节 表达 推断 表达 主旨 表达 猜词 表达 开放 思考 2025 记叙文 278 两位青少年发挥想象力并付诸实践的故事 3 0 0 0 1 选材多元，题型设计从简单信息提取转向复杂信息整合，要求结合语境分析修辞、句式效果，强化与现实关联。考查注重高阶思维，通过设置开放性问题考查思维深度。 2024 记叙文 268 追求科学研究的独立过程中成长的故事 3 0 0 0 1 2023 记叙文 280 习惯是如何形成的以及对人的影响。 3 0 0 0 1 2022 记叙文 286 发明一种适合所有年龄的人们可以喝的无糖的健康饮料 3 0 0 0 1 2021 说明文 322 解决争执减情绪负担 3 0 0 0 1 (2025·北京·高考) There’s something magical about the way imagination works. Around the world, kids are using imagination in ways that were once only found in science fiction. Take the story of Mark Lee. He loved biking around his neighbourhood but grew upset seeing that many plastic bottles littered the parks and sidewalks. Instead of simply complaining, he decided to do something about it. Using an old 3D printer, Mark started experimenting. He melted (熔化) plastic bottles down and tried shaping them into small bricks. At first, everything went wrong — the plastic broke, the printer jammed, and the pieces didn’t fit together. Friends laughed a little, and even Mark’s parents thought he should just give up. But Mark had a different idea. He redesigned the bricks to lock together like puzzle (拼图) pieces and adjusted the heating temperature carefully. After months of trial and error, he succeeded. With a little help from his school and the local community centre, Mark used his bricks to build a small bike shelter for his neighbourhood. And he’s not alone. Thirteen-year-old Sally Carter loved reading fantasy books. Inspired by magical maps in her stories, she wondered: what if we could build a real-world app that helps people explore hidden places in their own cities? She gathered friends, learned some basic programming, and together they created an app that maps small local parks and gardens few people knew about. Their app quickly grew popular in town and even won a local youth innovation award. Next time you see a young person lost in thought, don’t rush to pull them back. They might just be imagining the next great idea. 40. What upset Mark when he was biking around his neighbourhood? _____________________________________________________________ 41. How does the app created by Sally and her friends help? _____________________________________________________________ 42. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. > With encouragement from his friends and parents, Mark built a small bike shelter for his neighbourhood after months of trial and error. _____________________________________________________________ 43. How can you put your imagination into practice as Mark and Sally did? (In about 40 words) _____________________________________________________________ (2024·北京·高考) Growing up, I idealised independence. I always wanted my own efforts to be enough. When I decided to pursue a postgraduate degree, I wanted to develop a novel research programme and quickly establish myself as an independent scientist. But I was unrealistically optimistic about what I could achieve. As I began designing experiments, my committee members warned me about the challenges I would face. But my need for independence drove me to push forward with my research plan. As a result, the first four years of my postgraduate career were defined by a series of failures. During my second year, I failed my comprehensive exam because my proposal was unclear. During my third year, I discovered that after treating thousands of seeds, I obtained just one plant I could use for experiments. By my fourth year, my desperation to succeed overshadowed my desire for independence. My adviser and I devised (想出) a somewhat unusual solution: I would spend three months in a collaborating (合作的) lab to obtain specialised training. I worked extensively with other students, constantly asked questions, and helped with ongoing projects to learn everything I could. Finally, I conducted an elegant experiment that would not have been possible without the help of the members in the lab. My adviser saw this experience as a groundbreaking success, emphasising the collaborating skills I acquired. A few months later, when I repeated the experiment in my home lab, I produced more publishable data. By learning when to ask for help, I eventually found myself on the way to becoming an independent scientist. 40. In the beginning, what drove the author to push forward with the research plan? ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 41. What was the solution by the adviser and the author after those repeated failures? ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 42. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. > The adviser considered the author’s experience in the lab a groundbreaking success because publishable data had been produced. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 43. From this story, what can you learn about “independence”? (In about 40 words) ___________________________________________________________________________________________ (2023·北京·高考) Habit formation is the process by which behaviours become automatic. People develop countless habits as they explore the world, whether they are aware of them or not. Understanding how habits take shape may be helpful in changing bad habits. Habits are built through learning and repetition. A person is thought to develop a habit in the course of pursuing goals by beginning to associate certain cues(刺激) with behavioural responses that help meet the goal. Over time, thoughts of the behaviour and ultimately the behaviour itself are likely to be triggered(触发) by these cues. A “habit loop(环)” is a way of describing several related elements that produce habits. These elements are called the cue, the routine, and the reward. For example, stress could serve as a cue that one responds to by eating, which produces the reward﹣the reduction of stress. While a routine involves repeated behaviour, it’s not necessarily performed in response to a deep﹣rooted urge, as a habit is. Old habits can be difficult to shake, and healthy habits are often harder to develop. But through repetition, it’s possible to form new habits. The amount of time needed to build a habit will depend on multiple factors, including the individual and the intended behaviour. While you are able to pickup a new habit in a few weeks, it takes many months to build a healthy habit. Take some time to think about what leads to bad habits and re﹣evaluate what you get out of them (or don’t). Consider and keep in mind why you want to make a change, including how the change reflects your values. 40．How are habits built? 41．In what way is a routine different from a habit? 42．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. Picking up a new habit takes a few week, while building a healthy habit takes a shorter time. 43．What benefit(s) have you got from one of your good habits?(In about 40 words) (2022·北京·高考) Tom, a 15-year-old inventor and entrepreneur (创业者), witnessed at his own school the widespread consumption of sugary drinks by kids. He knew there had to be a better portable drink solution and decided to innovate from something he saw in his own home: fruit infused (浸泡) water. Tom watched his mum make healthy fruit infusions but then struggle for a take-along option. From observing his mum and from his desire to give kids better drink options, he came up with his original model for the Fun Bottle. “I wanted to come up with a healthy, natural way for people to drink when on the go. A big part of my mission is to get people of all ages off sugary drinks,” Tom explains. The bottle is made with a strainer (滤网) that allows the great tastes and natural sugars of the various fruits and vegetables you choose to come through the water, without any of the seeds or skins flowing through. Tom is proud of his design and excited to be selling the Fun Bottle on his website and in stores, but this 15-year-old is most proud of the opportunities that Fun Bottle presents to others. It helps to provide healthy alternatives to sugary drinks; and also Tom donates part of the profits to the Organisation for a Healthier Generation (OHG). Tom has been awarded several prizes, but this teenage innovator remains humble. When asked what advice he’d give other entrepreneurial youth, he says, “Prepare and have your family’s support. It is important to know from the beginning that there are a lot of highs and lows, and there is no such thing as overnight success.” 40. What did Tom witness at his own school? ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 41. Where did Tom get the idea for the original model for the Fun Bottle? ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 42. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. Tom is most proud of the opportunities that Fun Bottle presents to others because he not only provides healthy alternatives to sugary drinks but also donates all the profits to the OHG. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 43. Among Tom’s qualities, which one(s) do you think will be important for us? Why?(In about 40 words) ___________________________________________________________________________________________ (2021·北京·高考) Recent research suggests that if an argument gets resolved，the emotional response tied to it is significantly reduced or almost completely erased．Thus，it may be worth bringing up issues with your friends， family members，or classmates rather than holding them back． There is a difference between arguing and fighting．Arguing is that you and your opponent present your concerns and discuss the feelings and issues related to those concerns．You can engage in an argument respectfully without stirring up（激起） anger．Fighting，however，usually involves personal attacks，raising of voices， and storming out．Discussing your issues and resolving them instead of stuffing them down can improve your emotional health．In a study，2.000 people were asked to record their feelings and experiences for eight days in a row．When people had an argument that they considered resolved， they had half the reactivity （情绪反应） of those who avoided an argument．Reactivity is an increase in negative emotions or a decrease in positive emotions．In other words，resolving an argument cuts your negative feelings by half．One day later， people who had a resolved argument reported no increase of negative emotions compared with those who avoided an argument． This means that resolving an argument can feel like you have reached a state of resolution——and you are less likely to be annoyed． Moreover，the older you are，the more likely you will come to a resolution after an argument．This may be because more life experience usually leads to more defined priorities．You are more likely to distinguish between what matters and what does not． It is easier to avoid a discussion，but risking talking about it may eventually lead to a better outcome． 40. According to this passage，what is arguing？ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 41. Why is it that“the older you are， the more likely you will come to a resolution after an argument”？ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 42. Please decide which part is false in the following statement，then underline it and explain why． Resolving arguments can improve your emotional health，because it increases your reactivity and reduces the chance of you getting angry． ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 43.In addition to improving emotional health，what do you think are some other benefits of resolving an argument？ （In about 40 words） ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 1 (2025届北京市第八中学高三下学期热身练英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 Hogan was one of the greatest golfers of the 20th century, an accomplishment he achieved through tireless practice. For him, every practice session had a purpose. He spent years breaking down each phase of the golf swing and testing new methods for each part. The result was near perfection. Hogan finished his career with nine major championships. During his prime, other golfers attributed his remarkable success to “Hogan’s secret”. Today, experts have a new term for his style of improvement: deliberate practice. Deliberate practice refers to a special type of practice that is purposeful and systematic. While regular practice might include mindless repetitions, deliberate practice requires focused attention and is conducted with the specific goal of improving performance. When Hogan carefully reconstructed each step of his golf swing, he was engaging in deliberate practice. He was finely tuning his technique. The greatest challenge of deliberate practice is to remain focused. In the beginning, showing up and putting in your repeated practice is the most important thing. But after a while we begin to carelessly overlook small errors and miss daily opportunities for improvement. This is because the natural tendency of the human brain is to transform repeated behaviors into automatic habits. The more we repeat a task, the more mindless it becomes. Mindless activity is the enemy of deliberate practice. The danger of practicing the same thing again and again is that progress becomes assumed. Too often, we assume we are getting better simply because we are gaining experience. In reality, we are merely reinforcing our current habits—not improving them. Deliberate practice always follows the same pattern: break the overall process down into parts, identify your weaknesses, test new strategies for each section, and then integrate your learning into the overall process. Deliberate practice does not mean that you can fashion yourself into anything with enough work and effort, though. While human beings do possess a remarkable ability to develop their skills, genes put limits on how far any individual can go. But genetics do not determine performance. It is deliberate practice that can help us maximize our potential. It turns potential into reality. 1．What is deliberate practice according to the passage? 2．What is the danger of mindless repetition? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. According to the passage, we possess a remarkable ability to develop our skills, so we can achieve any success through deliberate practice. 4．Use an example to show how you will use deliberate practice to develop your skills? (In about 40 words) 2 (2025届北京市中国人民大学附属中学高三下学期三模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求回答问题。 Why does one plus one equal two? One possible answer is “It just does!” Math can seem like a world of rules you just have to follow, which makes it seem rigid and boring. Whereas my love of math is somewhat driven by my love of breaking rules, or at least pushing against them. Both of those impulses play an important role in advancing human understanding, and in particular mathematical understanding. So rather than think about why one plus one is two, let’s go a little further and question whether it’s even true all the time. Sometimes, one plus one can equal more than two. If you and a friend each have enough money for one cup of coffee, together you might afford three cups if you have slightly more than needed individually. Sometimes, one plus one is just one, like if you put a pile of sand on top of another pile of sand, then you just get one pile of sand. And in some situations, one plus one is actually zero. If I say “I’m not not hungry,” that means “I’m hungry.” The point here is that one “not” plus one “not” is the same as zero “nots”. Now, you might think that these aren’t really situations where one plus one equals something else, because they aren’t really addition, or because those aren’t really numbers. You’re welcome to think that, but that’s not what math does. Math instead isn’t really about getting the right answer; it’s about building good justifications. The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, but wanting to jump and swing and know that our framework will hold up. One of the reasons the framework is so strong is precisely because we question it so deeply. I hope that we will start seeing mathematics as a place to pose questions and explore answers, rather than a place where the answers are fixed and we’re supposed to know them. And I hope we will value those who follow their curiosity on a journey that may be slow and without a clear destination, a quiet walk through the countryside rather than a race to the finish. 1．Why does the author love math? 2．What’s the result when combining two “nots” in the language example? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, and questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation. 4．What do you think one plus one equals? Use an example in your life to illustrate. (In about 40 words) 3 (2025届北京市八一学校高三下学期考前适应性练习英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 A study published in the journal Organizational Behavior this month found that the same piece of work is judged more harshly if it is handed in late than if it is handed in on time. Procrastination is harmful, the study suggests, and it really does matter if you make the deadline. This news didn’t strike fear into my heart for a couple of reasons. First, it feels intuitive. Second, I am a punctual person. I meet the vast majority of my deadlines. But, for me, procrastination is integral to achieving that. My ideal working day as a writer includes a certain amount of doing nothing. Not time off from working, strictly, but time when I am just thinking. It looks like pure procrastination, it even feels like procrastination a lot of the time — but I am passionate in my defense that it isn’t quite. If I sit down to do a piece of work too soon, it perversely (反常地) takes me longer and turns out worse overall. I need time for the task to pull itself into shape in the background while I do other things. I don’t think writing is the only job for which this is true. I feel confident that any job that involves primarily mental rather than physical labour benefits from a certain amount of this semi-procrastination. That phrase  “a certain amount”, though, is where things get interesting. Procrastination is less an art than an extreme sport. Some is genuinely productive, but too much will ruin your life. So, the right amount of procrastination — what exactly is that? I can’t help you here. It will vary from person to person and task to task. I like to think I’ve got my procrastination timings pretty well worked out. But it’s a technique that requires careful monitoring and recalibration (重新校对). The other factor here is fear. Personally, I need to be genuinely afraid that I do not have enough time left to complete my work to a high standard in order to really get down to it. It’s not a perfect system. In some ways I wish the procrastination portion of my work process did not exist. Because it might work, broadly, but it often doesn’t feel good. I frequently fall prey to the worst of both worlds: not properly working, but not resting and allowing thoughts to flourish either, just sort of pickling and worrying and frittering around. But I would like my battle to continue to be how to procrastinate well, rather than how not to procrastinate at all. 1．What does the author include in their ideal working day as a writer? 2．Why does the author need semi-procrastination? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. The author believes his procrastination timings are well worked out and set in stone. 4．Will you semi-procrastinate and why?(In about 40 words) 4 (2025届北京市丰台区高三下学期二模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 “You Only Live Once” (YOLO), a concept made popular in contemporary society through social media, conveys the desire to make the most of the present situation and cast aside all worries about the future. This mindset is considered to be the characteristic of today’s youth. However, do young people truly embody the YOLO mentality, or are they too concerned about planning their future to enjoy the present? Some young people do tend to be overly absorbed in future planning and miss out on the present, largely influenced by societal attitudes advocating the merits of working towards a life plan and future goal. In Asian societies, young people plan their futures carefully to ensure financial security for the latter half of their lives. This often means getting good education and jobs. So, many take extra classes, losing free time and hobbies. Their excessive (过度的) focus on academics, which neglects their personal nature, brings mental stress and stops them from following their passions. Another factor driving young people to excessively plan for the future is the increasing number of world challenges. Natural disasters, conflicts, wars, and pandemics are increasing, making the job market unstable. Young people are now more pressured to consider their future in this changing world. As a result, they don’t enjoy their youth as they should. Research conducted by University College London shows over half of 16-25-year-olds are worried about their future, with 53% believing job prospects are worsening. Nevertheless, it’s encouraging to see that more young people are stepping off the beaten path and embracing the YOLO philosophy. The future is uncertain, and it’s natural for young people to feel anxious. However, living in the moment and enjoying each experience is crucial. After all, isn’t life more about the journey than the destination? 1．What mindset does YOLO convey? 2．What are the two main factors that cause some young people to focus more on future planning? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. In order to find their passions in life, young people in Asia plan their futures carefully. 4．How do you understand the sentence “Life is more about the journey than the destination.” in the passage? (In about 40 words) 5 (2025届北京市第十三中学高三下学期三模英语试题) 阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。 Why does one plus one equal two? One possible answer is “It just does!” Math can seem like a world of rules you just have to follow, which makes it seem rigid and boring.Whereas my love of math is somewhat driven by my love of breaking rules, or at least pushing against them. Both of those impulses play an important role in advancing human understanding, and in particular mathematical understanding. So rather than think about why one plus one is two, let’s go a little further and question whether it’s even true all the time. Sometimes, one plus one can equal more than two. If you and a friend each have enough money for one cup of coffee, together you might afford three cups if you have slightly more than needed individually. Sometimes, one plus one is just one, like if you put a pile of sand on top of another pile of sand, then you just get one pile of sand. And in some situations, one plus one is actually zero. If I say “I’m not not hungry,” that means “I’m hungry.” The point here is that one “not” plus one “not” is the same as zero “nots.” Now, you might think that these aren’t really situations where one plus one equals something else, because they aren’t really addition, or because those aren’t really numbers. You’re welcome to think that, but that’s not what math does. Math instead isn’t really about getting the right answer; it’s about building good justifications. The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, but wanting to jump and swing and know that our framework will hold up. One of the reasons the framework is so strong is precisely because we question it so deeply. I hope that we will start seeing mathematics as a place to pose questions and explore answers, rather than a place where the answers are fixed and we’re supposed to know them. And I hope we will value those who follow their curiosity on a journey that may be slow and without a clear destination, a quiet walk through the countryside rather than a race to the finish. 1．Why does the author love math? 2．What’s the result when combining two “nots” in the language example? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, and questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation. 4．What do you think one plus one equals? Why? (In about 40 words) 6 (2025届北京市精华学校高三下学期三模英语试题) 阅读下面短文，根据题目要求回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 Have you ever told yourself, “Just five more minutes” before bed, only to find yourself still awake an hour later? If so, you’re not alone. Sleep procrastination (拖延) — delaying bedtime despite knowing the consequences — isn’t unusual. Stop blaming yourselves for lack of self-discipline. The truth is, sleep procrastination is more complex than just poor time management. Both psychological and emotional factors make it difficult to simply go to bed earlier. During the day, we are bombarded with responsibilities: school, homework, and endless tasks. When night comes, we finally feel in control of our time, so we stay up late as a form of rebellion. Instead of resting, we seek out distractions: scrolling through social media or playing games. These activities might relieve stress, but here’s the kicker: Staying up late doesn’t actually make you feel better. Instead, it leaves you looking and feeling like an exhausted raccoon (浣熊) , squinting (眯着眼看) at the classroom whiteboard, wondering if it’s a secret code you’re too tired to crack. The problem is that most of these activities are designed to keep us hooked. Social media apps, video platforms and even games trigger dopamine releases, making it hard to stop. Our brains want the next small hit of pleasure, even when our bodies are begging for sleep. It’s a vicious (恶性的) cycle. But it’s one that we can break. First, we need to redefine relaxation by creating moments of pleasure during the day, so we don’t feel the need to steal “me-time” at night. Next, we should form a sleep-friendly routine: dim the lights, avoid screens and wind down with a book or a calming activity. Overstimulating activities, like action movies, intense gaming or heated debates on social media right before bed, should be avoided. Revenge bedtime procrastination may seem like a small win, but the real victory is waking up refreshed. So, the next time that “five more minutes” thought comes, choose self-care and a well-functioning mind. Your future self will be grateful. 1．What is sleep procrastination? 2．Why are social media designed to get us hooked? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. ▶ Although staying up late can effectively release our stress, it leads us to vicious cycle of being exhausted. 4．What other ways can you adopt to overcome sleep procrastination? Please explain.  (In about 40 words) 7 (2025届北京市昌平区高三下学期二模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。 In today’s fast-paced, achievement-oriented society, productivity is often associated with time management. We often think that to be productive, we need to master time-management techniques. But have you ever noticed that when you’re emotionally worn out, you struggle to stay organized or motivated? Or when you’re overwhelmed, tasks like answering emails or doing laundry pile up? Unresolved emotions, such as fears of disappointing others or missing out on opportunities, often drive people to over-commit. Even with a well-organized calendar, you may find yourself squeezing in extra tasks, only to feel overwhelmed and rushed, which can lead to anxiety or even depression. The problem is not your time-management skills, but emotional overload. True productivity isn’t about doing more in less time; it’s about managing your energy, emotions, and well-being over the long term. Research shows that employees who practice emotional regulation experience 20-30% higher productivity than those who rely only on time management. The good news is that emotional management isn’t about grand gestures — it grows in small, intentional shifts. Start by pausing before agreeing to new commitments. When someone asks you to take on an additional task, don’t immediately agree. Ask for some time to consider it and review your other obligations. Besides, separate your work outcomes from your self-worth. By shifting from a perfectionist mindset to a growth-oriented one, you will focus on learning rather than only on achieving perfect outcomes. To get out of a seemingly cruel cycle, it takes patience and sensibility within yourself. Change is hard, but every step, no matter how small, is a step toward reclaiming your well-being. 1．What often make people over-commit? 2．What is true productivity about? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. By shifting from a perfectionist mindset to a growth-oriented one, you will concentrate on managing emotions rather than only on achieving perfect outcomes. 4．Besides what is mentioned in the passage, what else can you do to better manage your emotions? (In about 40 words) 8 (2025届北京市西城区高三下学期二模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 If you listen to some self-improvement lectures about success, you’ll hear a familiar saying: Hustle (忙碌) harder. It sounds like success is just a matter of willpower and that the life of your dreams is within reach. Many young people are buying into this mindset, spending every waking hour working toward ambitious goals, only to find themselves worn out and unfulfilled. Hustle culture promises success, but it often leads to burnout and disappointment. The truth is that success and fulfillment don’t come from constant struggle. They come from something deeper and more sustainable: persistence (坚持). Hustle culture praises big goals. But what the experts won’t tell you is that most of those goals require a mix of timing, luck, and sometimes even genetics. No matter how hard you hustle, success isn’t always within your control. Persistence culture, on the other hand, takes a different approach. Instead of focusing on massive, high-risk goals, it emphasizes consistent effort over time. It encourages growth, learning, and steady improvement—factors that are within your control. Hustle culture focuses on goals, ignoring the process. It tells you to chase success at all costs, even if that means doing things you hate along the way. For example, you love podcasting (制作播客). You enjoy the connection with your audience. But if you follow hustle culture, your focus shifts to profit, audience growth, and social media engagement. To “succeed,” you have to learn marketing strategies that you don’t actually enjoy. Persistence culture, in contrast, prioritizes the process itself. It asks: Do you enjoy what you’re doing? When you love the process, you don’t need external approval to keep going. Success becomes a byproduct of consistency and passion. Instead of measuring success by external factors, it asks: How can I improve? Maybe your podcast isn’t getting millions of downloads, but are you becoming a better interviewer? Are you developing new skills? These are the measures that matter because they’re within your control. 1．How do many young people feel after following the “hustle harder” mindset? 2．Where do success and fulfillment come from? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. > Hustle culture focuses on massive, high-risk goals, measures success by external factors and prioritizes the process. 4．How are you going to put “Persistence Culture” into practice in your daily life? (In about 40 words) 9 (2025届北京市朝阳区高三下学期二模考试英语试题) 阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。 Good news for procrastinators (拖延者): There is a way to use procrastination to your advantage. Most procrastinators make the mistake of doing nothing at all. But when you use procrastination as motivation to get things done, you can avoid doing that one thing you really would rather not do and be quite productive. It’s what essayist John Perry calls “structured procrastination”. Let’s say, for example, you have a number of tasks you are avoiding, in order of urgency:1) Finishing an essay; 2) Responding to emails; 3) Cleaning and doing laundry. A non-procrastinator would accomplish these tasks in order of urgency. A procrastinator would avoid doing them altogether. But a structured procrastinator would do them in reverse (反向) — using his desire to avoid writing the essay as motivation to do cleaning and respond to emails. Since he can reprogram by working on other things that are still valuable, he is actually getting a lot done. College senior Jordan Gonen is what you might call a structured procrastinator. When he is overcome with fear of homework, he’ll preoccupy himself with what he calls “quick wins”—sending emails and writing articles for his blog. “It’s still procrastinating my homework, but instead of doing nothing in the meantime, I’m still getting a lot done,” Gonen says. Once he gets through these tasks, Gonen can more easily get into the mindset of tackling his homework. “A lot of these smaller tasks aren’t particularly fun or productive, but if you can really knock them out really quickly over a certain period of time, then you can get a lot more done and it doesn’t feel necessarily worse — you’ re just working 100 percent on whatever you’ re working on,” Gonen says. 1．What is “structured procrastination”? 2．How would structured procrastinators handle a number of tasks they are avoiding? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. Gonen gets through his smaller tasks first because they are fun and productive. 4．Would you use structured procrastination in your daily life? Why or why not? (In about 40 words) 10 (2025届北京市东城区高三下学期二模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 I started running competitively almost as soon as I could walk. I was three years old when I joined in my first official race. My mom and both of my brothers were runners, so the sport was built into my life from the beginning. When I was young, I enjoyed the freedom, joy, and sense of power running gave me. This pure, concentrated love of the sport gave me wings that carried me through even the toughest practices and races. However, as I got older, pressure began to build up. I was winning, but I lost sight of my real purpose as a runner: to have fun. I even began to fear hard workouts, knowing I would be disappointed if I didn’t achieve my goals. Before the final season in my high school career, I trained so hard that I got exhausted and hurt my calf. Rather than pausing for treatment and recovery, I chose to get to the line. But at last, I had to step off the track because the pain was simply unbearable. Recovery was tough. When I was finally able to run again, I was out of shape and couldn’t keep up with my team. Over the next three years, more injuries followed. But later, a famous long-distance runner Cathy’s post changed everything for me. “Every day, I make the choice to show up and see what I’ve got, and to try and be better. My advice: Keep showing up.” With just a few words, she reminded me how simple running really is. I realized I didn’t have to be perfect every day. I just had to show up and give what I had. Now, I still run every day and have completed four marathons. Joy and gratitude are the center of my practice. Thanks to Cathy, I can always return to the calming belief that things will go my way if I just keep showing up. 1．What did running bring to the author when she was young? 2．Why did the author no longer enjoy running later? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. > Inspired by Cathy’s post, the author realized that she had to focus on pursuing perfection. 4．From the story, what can you learn about “Keep showing up”? (In about 40 words) 11 (2025届北京市海淀区高三下学期期末练习（二模）英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 “Your order is on its way!” Is there any notification that brings more joy than this? But there could be more behind your motivations for hitting “buy now”. A survey found over a quarter of respondents reported “doom spending” — splashing cash on unnecessary purchases despite economic concerns to cope with stress. Doom spending can put you at risk of financial stress, cause tension in relationships, evoke feelings of shame, and drain your bank balance of funds that could be spent otherwise. But why is it so hard to resist the urge to spend? The reason we feel happy and satisfied when swiping our credit cards is the dopamine rush it offers. Interestingly, the dopamine doesn’t turn up in the acquisition of something. It occurs in the impulse or the motivation to go forth and hunt. In other words, it’s the try-on of the perfect shoes or the test drive of the new car rather than the actual buying. So when feeling the urge to buy, pause, note the item and wait at least 24 hours before acting, allowing time for dopamine’s effect to flow through the body. You may find that after the effect wears off, you don’t have the urge to buy. For some people, shopping serves as a coping mechanism — a way to find comfort and build self-esteem or self-confidence. They often turn to that product again and again, hoping it will make them feel a little bit better. However, this inability to properly self-soothe can result in a “treat yourself” mentality after a bad day. If you feel the need for a treat or some self-care, put your credit card away and reach for something more wholesome and long-lasting like meditation, spending time in nature, or connecting with friends. These alternatives not only provide longer-lasting benefits but also help fill your emotional well-being. But being mindful with money doesn’t have to mean avoiding spending on little things that bring you joy. Little splurges and “treat yourself” moments can be a great way to bring happiness if they are controlled. Having allocated funds for “splurge” purchases, and keeping a list on how much to spend from these can create a more mindful approach to spending, rather than one that’s impulsive and stress-motivated. 1．According to the passage, what is “doom spending”? 2．What are the alternatives to comfort yourself instead of spending money? 3．Please decide which part of the following statement is false, then underline it and explain why. Dopamine is released when people actually buy something, which makes them feel happy and satisfied. 4．What benefit(s) can you get from being mindful with money? (In about 40 words) 12 (2025届北京市海淀区高三下学期一模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。 As a novice teacher at a kindergarten, I spent a lot of time observing the interaction between experienced teachers and their students. Oftentimes when kids fall, they don’t start crying immediately. Usually kids will be OK until they lock eyes with an adult: one that they trust and know can do something for them. When I noticed this, I so wanted it to happen to me, because that meant I had earned a kid’s trust and had proven that I was able to help them with anything. One day it finally happened. Hearing a kid yell, “Teacher, Sam fell down.” I rushed out and found Sam, who was looking puzzled. When our eyes locked, his lower lips started trembling and tears welled up in his eyes. He ran towards me and let me give him a big hug. We checked to make sure he wasn’t hurt. It was in that moment that I realized something odd. Sam’s vulnerability and coming to me for help was supposed to give me more power. But strangely, the power,I felt,shifted more to Sam, because he was giving me a privilege: a gift for me to do something for someone. With everything I learned from teaching in the kindergarten, I went to conquer other things in life. Later I landed a job to work extensively with volunteers. I loved the relationship I was building there and the feeling of being asked for help. Over time, I increasingly pressured myself to stay busy and helpful. My self-worth became associated with my performance at work, which brought about one of the lowest moments of my life. Even then, my mind was running at a hyper speed into problem-solving mode and it didn’t even occur to me that I could ask for help. I was surrounded by so many people who cared for me,but I just couldn’t see them. Finally, my good friend had to literally hold me by my shoulders and force me to ask for help. With their ongoing support, I overcame one difficulty after another. I love helping others and I firmly believe others are willing to help me. We all want to be the best self in life: strong, independent and self-reliant,but we don’t always have to be. Let’s start asking for help more often, because helping Sams is a privilege and a gift. 1．Why did the author want the kids to turn to her for help? 2．What led to one of the author’s lowest moments in life? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. The author overcame the difficulties on her own when she was having a tough time. 4．From this story, what can you learn about “help”? (In about 40 words) 13 (2025届北京通州区高三一模英语试题)阅读下面的短文和问题，根据短文内容，在相应题号后的横线上写下相关信息，完成对该问题的回答。答语要结构正确，书写工整，字迹清楚。 In the quiet town of Bishop Stortford, there exists a unique Victorian shop called the Poetry Pharmacy(药房). What appears to be a regular pharmacy from the outside is actually filled with books and literary gifts inside. The founder, Deborah Alma, a poet herself, set up this magical place to bring poetry closer to people, where poems are prescribed to comfort the soul. Deborah originally started doing poetry prescriptions part-time, using an old ambulance that she was driving around the country. She became known as “the emergency poet”, recommending poems to people at various events like literary festivals. After a few years, Deborah started getting tired of working outside, and she was looking for a change. “I’ve been aware of a place for sale on and off for years. I went there, and looked through the windows — you can see all these dusty shelves of an old hardware store which looked like an old pharmacy. And I said to my husband, ‘Can you imagine all my pill bottles on those shelves? We could have a poetry pharmacy here!’” Inside Deborah’s poetry pharmacy, there is a café, a library, and a few rooms — one of which gives home to Deborah’s one-on-one consultations. These consultations are designed similarly to conventional therapy session is people are asked to share their feelings and worries to get the right poems prescribed for them. “I ask what they would like to be prescribed poems for — and it may be something quite light, or it can be quite a profound thing; like grief or heartbreak or lack of self-confidence or anxiety about their future. And having listened to them, I give them the gift of a poem. These poems are all very resolved — they are all full of hope or optimism.” 1．What’s the purpose for Deborah Alma to set up the Poetry Pharmacy? 2．What made Deborah to have the idea of establishing the Poetry Pharmacy? 3．Decide which part of the following statement is wrong. Underline it and explain why. During the consultations, people share their feelings and worries, so that Deborah can provide conventional prescriptions for them. 4．What other way(s) can you think of to comfort the soul of others? (In about 40 words) 14 (2025届北京市顺义区高三下学期一模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 The famous marshmallow (棉花糖) test, where children were given the choice between eating one marshmallow immediately or waiting for two later, may have revealed more than just willpower — it might help explain why some people maintain sharper cognitive function as they age. A recent research suggests that the ability to delay satisfaction could help protect people from developing memory or thinking problems. Think of your brain as a muscle that gets stronger with practice. Every time you choose a long-term benefit over immediate pleasure, you’re essentially doing a mental workout. This workout engages particularly the brain area that is responsible for planning, reasoning, and controlling urges. Regularly exercising self-control may help maintain cognitive function. The science behind this connection is fascinating. When we resist immediate rewards, we stimulate “cool” regulation strategies in the rational (理性的) reasoning center of decision-making. In contrast, giving in to immediate satisfaction typically involves “hot” strategies in the brain areas associated with emotional decision-making. The more we practice using these “cool” strategies, the stronger our brain pathways become. This could help delay or prevent memory loss or thinking problems. The good news is that these skills can be developed at any age. Simple strategies like setting specific goals, creating detailed action plans, and using monitoring techniques can help. Also, physical activity plays a particularly important role. Remember, it’s never too late to start building these protective cognitive skills. The key is consistent practice and a conscious (有意识的) effort to make choices that prioritize long-term benefits over immediate rewards. 1．According to the recent research, what could the ability to delay satisfaction help? 2．Which brain area does delayed satisfaction particularly work out? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. As we grow older, we can strengthen our brain pathways that could help delay or prevent memory loss or thinking problems. 4．Please share one of your experiences of delayed satisfaction. （In about 40words） 15 (2025届北京市东城区高三下学期一模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 Picture this: Your team is racing against time to submit a new proposal. You finally manage to put all the documents together. The proposal looks great and you’re confident that you’ll probably win it. A week later, you get an email: “We really liked your proposal, but we found a mistake in it. So...” You’re frustrated and angry. You call your team in, blame them for not checking the documents carefully, and storm out of the room. What’s the possible result? Your team probably thinks you’re thankless and unkind. Your relationship may be damaged. A study shows that the brain responds more strongly to bad experiences than good ones. The authors concluded that, “Good can only match or overcome bad by strength of numbers.” How much good can overcome bad? Five positive experiences are about equal to one negative one. We are all naturally wired to blame other people or circumstances when things go wrong. This is partially psychological, driven by the fundamental attribution bias. We tend to believe that what people do reflects who they are, rather than considering there may be other factors influencing their behaviour. There is also a biological explanation. Recent research shows that positive events are processed by the prefrontal cortex (大脑皮层)，which takes a while and tends to conclude that good things happen by luck. Negative events, on the other hand, are processed by the amygdala, which controls our fight-or-flight response. The amygdala usually concludes that bad things happen on purpose, and it comes to this conclusion lightning fast. So fast that we don’t even notice we're making an assumption; we just know that the person closest to the problem must have done it on purpose! This leads to the second problem with blame-we don't notice how often we do it. This can be damaging. Our brains interpret blame the same way they interpret a physical attack. When we are blamed, our prefrontal cortices effectively shut down and direct all our energy to defending ourselves, which impacts our ability to solve the problem for which we are being blamed. Now that we better understand the psychology behind blame, what can we do to promote a blame-free culture? 1．What might be the result when you blame others for a team failure? 2．What are Paragraphs 3 and 4 mainly about? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. When we are blamed, our prefrontal cortices will effectively shut down and direct our efforts to reviewing the problem. 4．What can you do to help build a blame-free culture in daily life? (In about 40 words) / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 专题13 阅读表达(北京专用) 五年考情（2021-2025） 命题趋势 年份 体裁 词数 话题 考点分布 细节 表达 推断 表达 主旨 表达 猜词 表达 开放 思考 2025 记叙文 278 两位青少年发挥想象力并付诸实践的故事 3 0 0 0 1 选材多元，题型设计从简单信息提取转向复杂信息整合，要求结合语境分析修辞、句式效果，强化与现实关联。考查注重高阶思维，通过设置开放性问题考查思维深度。 2024 记叙文 268 追求科学研究的独立过程中成长的故事 3 0 0 0 1 2023 记叙文 280 习惯是如何形成的以及对人的影响。 3 0 0 0 1 2022 记叙文 286 发明一种适合所有年龄的人们可以喝的无糖的健康饮料 3 0 0 0 1 2021 说明文 322 解决争执减情绪负担 3 0 0 0 1 (2025·北京·高考) There’s something magical about the way imagination works. Around the world, kids are using imagination in ways that were once only found in science fiction. Take the story of Mark Lee. He loved biking around his neighbourhood but grew upset seeing that many plastic bottles littered the parks and sidewalks. Instead of simply complaining, he decided to do something about it. Using an old 3D printer, Mark started experimenting. He melted (熔化) plastic bottles down and tried shaping them into small bricks. At first, everything went wrong — the plastic broke, the printer jammed, and the pieces didn’t fit together. Friends laughed a little, and even Mark’s parents thought he should just give up. But Mark had a different idea. He redesigned the bricks to lock together like puzzle (拼图) pieces and adjusted the heating temperature carefully. After months of trial and error, he succeeded. With a little help from his school and the local community centre, Mark used his bricks to build a small bike shelter for his neighbourhood. And he’s not alone. Thirteen-year-old Sally Carter loved reading fantasy books. Inspired by magical maps in her stories, she wondered: what if we could build a real-world app that helps people explore hidden places in their own cities? She gathered friends, learned some basic programming, and together they created an app that maps small local parks and gardens few people knew about. Their app quickly grew popular in town and even won a local youth innovation award. Next time you see a young person lost in thought, don’t rush to pull them back. They might just be imagining the next great idea. 40. What upset Mark when he was biking around his neighbourhood? _____________________________________________________________ 41. How does the app created by Sally and her friends help? _____________________________________________________________ 42. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. > With encouragement from his friends and parents, Mark built a small bike shelter for his neighbourhood after months of trial and error. _____________________________________________________________ 43. How can you put your imagination into practice as Mark and Sally did? (In about 40 words) _____________________________________________________________ 【答案】 40. Seeing that many plastic bottles littered the parks and sidewalks. 41. It helps people explore hidden places like small local parks and gardens in their own cities. 42. According to the passage, friends laughed a little, and even Mark’s parents thought he should just give up；so this part With encouragement from his friends and parents is false. 43. First, identify a problem or an idea. Then, experiment bravely, learn relevant skills if needed, and keep trying despite difficulties. 【主题】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了 Mark Lee 和 Sally Carter 两位青少年发挥想象力并付诸实践的故事，鼓励年轻人积极发挥想象力。 40.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第二段“He loved biking around his neighbourhood but grew upset seeing that many plastic bottles littered the parks and sidewalks. (他喜欢在社区里骑自行车，但看到公园和人行道上到处都是塑料瓶，他很沮丧。)” 可知，让 Mark 沮丧的是看到公园和人行道上有很多塑料瓶。故填 Seeing that many plastic bottles littered the parks and sidewalks. 41.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第五段“what if we could build a real - world app that helps people explore hidden places in their own cities? She gathered friends, learned some basic programming, and together they created an app that maps small local parks and gardens few people knew about. (如果我们能开发一个现实世界的应用程序，帮助人们探索他们自己城市里隐藏的地方会怎么样呢？她召集了朋友们，学习了一些基本的编程知识，然后他们一起开发了一个应用程序，该程序可以绘制出很少有人知道的当地小公园和花园的地图。)” 可知，Sally 和她朋友创建的应用程序帮助人们探索自己城市里像小公园和花园这样隐藏的地方。故填It helps people explore hidden places like small local parks and gardens in their own cities. 42.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第三段“Friends laughed a little, and even Mark’s parents thought he should just give up. (朋友们有点嘲笑，甚至 Mark 的父母都认为他应该放弃。)” 可知，Mark 并没有得到朋友和父母的鼓励，所以“With encouragement from his friends and parents” 这部分是错误的。故填According to the passage, friends laughed a little, and even Mark’s parents thought he should just give up.”；so this part With encouragement from his friends and parents is false.” 43.【解析】考查开放性试题。结合Mark和Sally故事，他们都是先发现问题或有想法，然后勇敢尝试，必要时学习相关技能，面对困难坚持不懈。故填First, identify a problem or an idea. Then, experiment bravely, learn relevant skills if needed, and keep trying despite difficulties. (2024·北京·高考) Growing up, I idealised independence. I always wanted my own efforts to be enough. When I decided to pursue a postgraduate degree, I wanted to develop a novel research programme and quickly establish myself as an independent scientist. But I was unrealistically optimistic about what I could achieve. As I began designing experiments, my committee members warned me about the challenges I would face. But my need for independence drove me to push forward with my research plan. As a result, the first four years of my postgraduate career were defined by a series of failures. During my second year, I failed my comprehensive exam because my proposal was unclear. During my third year, I discovered that after treating thousands of seeds, I obtained just one plant I could use for experiments. By my fourth year, my desperation to succeed overshadowed my desire for independence. My adviser and I devised (想出) a somewhat unusual solution: I would spend three months in a collaborating (合作的) lab to obtain specialised training. I worked extensively with other students, constantly asked questions, and helped with ongoing projects to learn everything I could. Finally, I conducted an elegant experiment that would not have been possible without the help of the members in the lab. My adviser saw this experience as a groundbreaking success, emphasising the collaborating skills I acquired. A few months later, when I repeated the experiment in my home lab, I produced more publishable data. By learning when to ask for help, I eventually found myself on the way to becoming an independent scientist. 40. In the beginning, what drove the author to push forward with the research plan? ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 41. What was the solution by the adviser and the author after those repeated failures? ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 42. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. > The adviser considered the author’s experience in the lab a groundbreaking success because publishable data had been produced. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 43. From this story, what can you learn about “independence”? (In about 40 words) ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 40. The need to be recognized as an independent scientist. 41. The author would spend three months in a collaborating lab to obtain specialised training. 42. The adviser considered the author’s experience in the lab a groundbreaking success because publishable data had been produced. It is because the author had acquired the collaborating skills by working with others there so that the adviser considered the author’s experience in the lab a groundbreaking success. 43. In the story success in becoming an independent scientist was ultimately achieved through collaboration, adaptive learning, and resilience in the face of setbacks. From the story, we learn that while independence is initially idealised and pursued passionately, true independence often involves recognizing the value of collaboration and learning than to seek help. (答案言之有理即可) 【主题】本文是一篇记叙文。讲述了作者在追求科学研究的独立过程中遇到的挑战、失败、学习和成长的故事。 40.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第二段“As I began designing experiments, my committee members warned me about the challenges I would face. But my need for independence drove me to push forward with my research plan. (当我开始设计实验时，我的委员会成员警告我，我将面临的挑战。但是我对独立的需求驱使我推进我的研究计划)”可知，一开始，是作者对独立的需求驱使作者推进这个研究计划。故答案为：The need to be recognized as an independent scientist. 41.【解析】考查细节理解。根据倒数第二段“My adviser and I devised (想出) a somewhat unusual solution: I would spend three months in a collaborating (合作的) lab to obtain specialised training. (我的导师和我想出了一个有点不同寻常的解决方案：我将在一个合作实验室里待上三个月，接受专门培训)”可知，在反复的失败之后，导师和作者的解决方案是，作者将花三个月的时间在合作实验室接受专门培训。故答案为：The author would spend three months in a collaborating lab to obtain specialised training. 42.【解析】考查细节理解。根据最后一段“My adviser saw this experience as a groundbreaking success, emphasising the collaborating skills I acquired. A few months later, when I repeated the experiment in my home lab, I produced more publishable data.(我的导师认为这段经历是一次开创性的成功，强调了我获得的合作技能。几个月后，当我在家里的实验室里重复这个实验时，我得到了更多可发表的数据)”可知，导师认为作者在实验室的经历是一次开创性的成功，这是因为作者通过与他人合作获得了合作技能，而不是因为产生了可发表的数据。故答案：The adviser considered the author’s experience in the lab a groundbreaking success because publishable data had been produced. It is because the author had acquired the collaborating skills by working with others there so that the adviser considered the author’s experience in the lab a groundbreaking success. 43.【解析】开放性问题。答案言之有理即可。通读全文可知，作者成为一名独立科学家的成功最终是通过合作、适应性学习和面对挫折的韧性来实现的。从这个故事中，我们了解到，虽然独立最初是理想化的，并被热情地追求，但真正的独立往往包括认识到合作的价值，并学会何时寻求帮助。故答案为：In the story, success in becoming an independent scientist was ultimately achieved through collaboration, adaptive learning, and resilience in the face of setbacks. From the story, we learn that while independence is initially idealised and pursued passionately, true independence often involves recognizing the value of collaboration and learning when to seek help. (2023·北京·高考) Habit formation is the process by which behaviours become automatic. People develop countless habits as they explore the world, whether they are aware of them or not. Understanding how habits take shape may be helpful in changing bad habits. Habits are built through learning and repetition. A person is thought to develop a habit in the course of pursuing goals by beginning to associate certain cues(刺激) with behavioural responses that help meet the goal. Over time, thoughts of the behaviour and ultimately the behaviour itself are likely to be triggered(触发) by these cues. A “habit loop(环)” is a way of describing several related elements that produce habits. These elements are called the cue, the routine, and the reward. For example, stress could serve as a cue that one responds to by eating, which produces the reward﹣the reduction of stress. While a routine involves repeated behaviour, it’s not necessarily performed in response to a deep﹣rooted urge, as a habit is. Old habits can be difficult to shake, and healthy habits are often harder to develop. But through repetition, it’s possible to form new habits. The amount of time needed to build a habit will depend on multiple factors, including the individual and the intended behaviour. While you are able to pickup a new habit in a few weeks, it takes many months to build a healthy habit. Take some time to think about what leads to bad habits and re﹣evaluate what you get out of them (or don’t). Consider and keep in mind why you want to make a change, including how the change reflects your values. 40．How are habits built? 41．In what way is a routine different from a habit? 42．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. Picking up a new habit takes a few week, while building a healthy habit takes a shorter time. 43．What benefit(s) have you got from one of your good habits?(In about 40 words) 【答案】 40．Habits are built through learning and repetition. 41．A routine involves repeated behaviour while a habit is a deep﹣rooted urge. 42．Picking up a new habit takes a few week, while building a healthy habit takes a shorter time. Because building a healthy habit takes many months. 43．I have a good habit of going to bed early and getting up early. Therefore, I can study energetically every morning, which makes me study efficiently. Also, I am very healthy. 【主题】这是一篇说明文。习惯的形成是行为自动形成的过程。人们在探索世界的过程中养成了无数的习惯，不管他们是否意识到这些习惯。文章主要说明了习惯是如何形成的以及对人的影响。 40．【解析】考查细节理解。根据第二段中“Habits are built through learning and repetition.(习惯是通过学习和重复建立起来的)”可知，习惯是通过学习和重复建立起来的。故填Habits are built through learning and repetition.。 41．【解析】考查细节理解。根据第三段中“While a routine involves repeated behaviour, it’s not necessarily performed in response to a deep﹣rooted urge, as a habit is.(虽然一个常规包括重复的行为，但它不一定是为了应对深度﹣根深蒂固的冲动，就像习惯一样)”可知，常规不同于习惯在于：常规是重复的行为，而习惯是深度﹣根深蒂固的冲动，故填A routine involves repeated behaviour while a habit is a deep﹣rooted urge.。 42．【解析】考查细节理解。根据最后一段中“While you are able to pickup a new habit in a few weeks, it takes many months to build a healthy habit.(虽然你可以在几周内养成一个新的习惯，但是要养成一个健康的习惯却需要好几个月的时间)”可知，养成一个新的习惯需要好几周，而要养成一个健康的习惯却需要好几个月的时间。所以句子“Picking up a new habit takes a few week, while building a healthy habit takes a shorter time.”中“a shorter time”错误，应该为many months，故填Picking up a new habit takes a few week, while building a healthy habit takes a shorter time. Because building a healthy habit takes many months.。 43．【解析】开放试题，言之有理即可。题干问“你的一个好习惯给你带来了什么好处？（大约40个字）”，答案可以是：我有早睡早起的好习惯。因此，我可以每天早上精力充沛地学习，这使我学习效率高。而且，我很健康。故填I have a good habit of going to bed early and getting up early. Therefore, I can study energetically every morning, which makes me study efficiently. Also, I am very healthy.。 (2022·北京·高考) Tom, a 15-year-old inventor and entrepreneur (创业者), witnessed at his own school the widespread consumption of sugary drinks by kids. He knew there had to be a better portable drink solution and decided to innovate from something he saw in his own home: fruit infused (浸泡) water. Tom watched his mum make healthy fruit infusions but then struggle for a take-along option. From observing his mum and from his desire to give kids better drink options, he came up with his original model for the Fun Bottle. “I wanted to come up with a healthy, natural way for people to drink when on the go. A big part of my mission is to get people of all ages off sugary drinks,” Tom explains. The bottle is made with a strainer (滤网) that allows the great tastes and natural sugars of the various fruits and vegetables you choose to come through the water, without any of the seeds or skins flowing through. Tom is proud of his design and excited to be selling the Fun Bottle on his website and in stores, but this 15-year-old is most proud of the opportunities that Fun Bottle presents to others. It helps to provide healthy alternatives to sugary drinks; and also Tom donates part of the profits to the Organisation for a Healthier Generation (OHG). Tom has been awarded several prizes, but this teenage innovator remains humble. When asked what advice he’d give other entrepreneurial youth, he says, “Prepare and have your family’s support. It is important to know from the beginning that there are a lot of highs and lows, and there is no such thing as overnight success.” 40. What did Tom witness at his own school? ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 41. Where did Tom get the idea for the original model for the Fun Bottle? ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 42. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. Tom is most proud of the opportunities that Fun Bottle presents to others because he not only provides healthy alternatives to sugary drinks but also donates all the profits to the OHG. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 43. Among Tom’s qualities, which one(s) do you think will be important for us? Why?(In about 40 words) ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 40. Tom witnessed the widespread consumption of sugary drinks by kids at his own school. 41. Tom got the idea from observing his mum make healthy fruit infusions but then struggle for a take-along option. 42. Tom is most proud of the opportunities that Fun Bottle presents to others because he not only provides healthy alternatives to sugary drinks but also donates all the profits to the OHG. Tom donates part of the profits to the OHG. 43. I think the quality of perspicacity will be important, because this insight can help us constantly find our own shortcomings in our lives, which in turn can help us improve ourselves.(31) 【主题】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述15岁的汤姆看到自己学校的学生喝含糖的饮料，随后发明了一种适合所有年龄的人们可以喝的无糖的健康饮料。 40.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第一段第一句“Tom, a 15-year-old inventor and entrepreneur (创业者), witnessed at his own school the widespread consumption of sugary drinks by kids.”（汤姆，一个15岁的发明家和企业家，在他自己的学校目睹了孩子们大量消费含糖饮料）可知，作为15岁的发明家和创业者，汤姆在学校目睹了孩子们广泛消费含糖饮料。故答案为Tom witnessed the widespread consumption of sugary drinks by kids at his own school. 41.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第二段第一句中“Tom watched his mum make healthy fruit infusions ”（汤姆看着他的妈妈制作健康的水果饮料）第二句“ From observing his mum and from his desire to give kids better drink options, he came up with his original model for the Fun Bottle. ”（从观察他的母亲和他要给孩子们更好的饮料选择的愿望，他想出了他的原始模型的Fun Bottle）可知，汤姆在观察母亲制作水果饮料的过程中得到启发，才有了Fun Bottle的原始模型。故答案为Tom got the idea from observing his mum make healthy fruit infusions but then struggle for a take-along option. 42.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第四段中“but this 15-year-old is most proud of the opportunities that Fun Bottle presents to others. It helps to provide healthy alternatives to sugary drinks; and also Tom donates part of the profits to the Organisation for a Healthier Generation (OHG).”（但是这个15岁的孩子最感到自豪的是Fun Bottle带给其他人的机会。它有助于对含糖饮料提供健康的替代品。而且汤姆还捐赠了部分利润为一个名为OHG的组织）可知，汤姆把自己产品的部分利润，并非全部利润，捐给了OHG。所以错误在于“all the profits”，应修改为“part of the profits”，故答案为Tom is most proud of the opportunities that Fun Bottle presents to others because he not only provides healthy alternatives to sugary drinks but also donates all the profits to the OHG. Tom donates part of the profits to the OHG. 43.【解析】开放题，言之有理即可。根据第一段第一句“Tom, a 15-year-old inventor and entrepreneur (创业者), witnessed at his own school the widespread consumption of sugary drinks by kids.”（汤姆，一个15岁的发明家和企业家，在他自己的学校目睹了孩子们广泛消费含糖饮料）第二段中““I wanted to come up with a healthy, natural way for people to drink when on the go. A big part of my mission is to get people of all ages off sugary drinks,” Tom explains.”（“我想出一种健康、自然的方式，让人们在旅途中喝。我的一大任务就是让所有年龄段的人都不再喝含糖饮料,”汤姆解释说）可知，汤姆在看到学生喝含糖的饮料时，他想到要发明出一种适合所有年龄段都能喝的不含糖的饮料，可推知，汤姆是一个很有聪颖的，有洞察力的人。这种洞察力在我们的生活中可以帮助我们不断发现自己的不足，进而帮助我们提升自己。故答案为：I think the quality of perspicacity im is portant, because this insight can help us constantly find our own shortcomings in our lives, which in turn can help us improve ourselves.(31) (2021·北京·高考) Recent research suggests that if an argument gets resolved，the emotional response tied to it is significantly reduced or almost completely erased．Thus，it may be worth bringing up issues with your friends， family members，or classmates rather than holding them back． There is a difference between arguing and fighting．Arguing is that you and your opponent present your concerns and discuss the feelings and issues related to those concerns．You can engage in an argument respectfully without stirring up（激起） anger．Fighting，however，usually involves personal attacks，raising of voices， and storming out．Discussing your issues and resolving them instead of stuffing them down can improve your emotional health．In a study，2.000 people were asked to record their feelings and experiences for eight days in a row．When people had an argument that they considered resolved， they had half the reactivity （情绪反应） of those who avoided an argument．Reactivity is an increase in negative emotions or a decrease in positive emotions．In other words，resolving an argument cuts your negative feelings by half．One day later， people who had a resolved argument reported no increase of negative emotions compared with those who avoided an argument． This means that resolving an argument can feel like you have reached a state of resolution——and you are less likely to be annoyed． Moreover，the older you are，the more likely you will come to a resolution after an argument．This may be because more life experience usually leads to more defined priorities．You are more likely to distinguish between what matters and what does not． It is easier to avoid a discussion，but risking talking about it may eventually lead to a better outcome． 40. According to this passage，what is arguing？ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 41. Why is it that“the older you are， the more likely you will come to a resolution after an argument”？ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 42. Please decide which part is false in the following statement，then underline it and explain why． Resolving arguments can improve your emotional health，because it increases your reactivity and reduces the chance of you getting angry． ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 43.In addition to improving emotional health，what do you think are some other benefits of resolving an argument？ （In about 40 words） ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 40. Arguing is discussing your worries，related feelings and problems with the other party． 41. It is because more life experience may help people better identify priorities in life． 42. Resolving arguments can improve your emotional health，because it increases your reactivity and reduces the chance of you getting angry．Resolving arguments helps to decrease your reactivity． 43. Resolving arguments can also improve people's logical thinking and resilience, and improve their relationship with each other.（参考答案） 【主题】这是一篇说明文。最近的研究表明，如果争吵得到解决，与之相关的情绪反应会显著减少或几乎完全消除。因此，向你的朋友、家人或同学提出问题可能是值得的，而不是阻止他们。 40.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第二段“Arguing is that you and your opponent present your concerns and discuss the feelings and issues related to those concerns．”（争论是你和你的对手提出你的担忧，并讨论与这些担忧相关的感受和问题。）可知，争论是提出你的担忧，并讨论与这些担忧相关的感受和问题。故答案为Arguing is discussing your worries，related feelings and problems with the other party． 41.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第三段“Moreover，the older you are，the more likely you will come to a resolution after an argument．This may be because more life experience usually leads to more defined priorities．You are more likely to distinguish between what matters and what does not．”（而且，年纪越大，越有可能在争吵后找到解决办法。这可能是因为更多的生活经历通常会导致更明确的优先事项。你更有可能区分什么是重要的，什么是不重要的。）可知，更多的生活经验可以帮助人们更好地确定生活中的优先事项。故答案填It is because more life experience may help people better identify priorities in life． 42.【解析】考查细节理解。根据第一段“Recent research suggests that if an argument gets resolved，the emotional response tied to it is significantly reduced or almost completely erased．”（如果争吵得到解决，与之相关的情绪反应会显著减少或几乎）可知，解决争吵可以改善你的情绪健康，因为它增加你的反应，减少你生气的机会。解决争论有助于降低你的反应性，而不是增加你的反应力。故答案为Resolving arguments can improve your emotional health，because it increases your reactivity and reduces the chance of you getting angry．Resolving arguments helps to decrease your reactivity． 43.【解析】考查开放思维。解决争吵也可以提高人们的逻辑思维能力和应变能力，使得相互之间的关系得到升华。故可能答案版本一为Resolving arguments can also improve people's logical thinking and resilience, and improve their relationship with each other. 1 (2025届北京市第八中学高三下学期热身练英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 Hogan was one of the greatest golfers of the 20th century, an accomplishment he achieved through tireless practice. For him, every practice session had a purpose. He spent years breaking down each phase of the golf swing and testing new methods for each part. The result was near perfection. Hogan finished his career with nine major championships. During his prime, other golfers attributed his remarkable success to “Hogan’s secret”. Today, experts have a new term for his style of improvement: deliberate practice. Deliberate practice refers to a special type of practice that is purposeful and systematic. While regular practice might include mindless repetitions, deliberate practice requires focused attention and is conducted with the specific goal of improving performance. When Hogan carefully reconstructed each step of his golf swing, he was engaging in deliberate practice. He was finely tuning his technique. The greatest challenge of deliberate practice is to remain focused. In the beginning, showing up and putting in your repeated practice is the most important thing. But after a while we begin to carelessly overlook small errors and miss daily opportunities for improvement. This is because the natural tendency of the human brain is to transform repeated behaviors into automatic habits. The more we repeat a task, the more mindless it becomes. Mindless activity is the enemy of deliberate practice. The danger of practicing the same thing again and again is that progress becomes assumed. Too often, we assume we are getting better simply because we are gaining experience. In reality, we are merely reinforcing our current habits—not improving them. Deliberate practice always follows the same pattern: break the overall process down into parts, identify your weaknesses, test new strategies for each section, and then integrate your learning into the overall process. Deliberate practice does not mean that you can fashion yourself into anything with enough work and effort, though. While human beings do possess a remarkable ability to develop their skills, genes put limits on how far any individual can go. But genetics do not determine performance. It is deliberate practice that can help us maximize our potential. It turns potential into reality. 1．What is deliberate practice according to the passage? 2．What is the danger of mindless repetition? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. According to the passage, we possess a remarkable ability to develop our skills, so we can achieve any success through deliberate practice. 4．Use an example to show how you will use deliberate practice to develop your skills? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．Deliberate practice refers to a special type of practice that is purposeful and systematic. 2．The danger of mindless repetition is that progress becomes assumed. 3．According to the passage, we possess a remarkable ability to develop our skills, so we can achieve any success through deliberate practice；原因为：According to the passage, while human beings do possess a remarkable ability to develop their skills, genes put limits on how far any individual can go. 4．Use an example to show how you will use deliberate practice to develop your skills? (In about 40 words) 1.When learning skiing, I often fell as I couldn’t make turns properly.（情景描述） I broke the skill into hip rotation（转胯） and weight shifting, practicing slowly with video feedback to find my hips turned too early.（方法应用） After 2 weeks, I could turn smoothly without falling.（效果说明） 2.When learning basketball, I always lost the ball while dribbling. （情景描述） I broke it into low-hand dribbling and direction-changing, found wrist force mistakes via slow-motion videos, practiced 100 times daily, （方法应用） and improved dribbling stability after 3 weeks. （效果说明） 3.While practicing English listening, I often missed details. （情景描述） I segmented materials for intensive listening, dictating sentence by sentence to mark weak pronunciations. （方法应用） Finding sound-dropping issues by comparing with the original, I shadowed for 20 mins daily and raised comprehension from 60% to 85% in a month. （效果说明） 【解析】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了刻意练习是一种特殊的练习方式，它需要有目的和系统的方法，集中的注意力和提高表现的具体目标。我们可以通过刻意练习来发展自己的技能。然而，这种练习并不意味着我们可以通过足够的工作和努力来塑造自己成为任何东西，因为基因对每个人能达到的极限有影响。 1．考查细节理解。根据第二段中“Deliberate practice refers to a special type of practice that is purposeful and systematic. (刻意练习是指一种特殊的、有目的的、系统的练习。)”可知，刻意练习是指一种特殊的、有目的的、系统的练习。故答案为Deliberate practice refers to a special type of practice that is purposeful and systematic. 2．考查细节理解。根据第三段中“Mindless activity is the enemy of deliberate practice. The danger of practicing the same thing again and again is that progress becomes assumed. (无意识的活动是刻意练习的敌人。一遍又一遍地练习同样的事情的危险在于，你会想当然地认为自己取得了进步。) ”可知，无意识的重复练习的危险在于我们可能会误认为自己在进步，而实际上我们只是在加强当前的习惯，而没有改进它们。故答案为The danger of mindless repetition is that progress becomes assumed. 3．考查推理判断。根据最后一段中“While human beings do possess a remarkable ability to develop their skills, genes put limits on how far any individual can go. But genetics do not determine performance. It is deliberate practice that can help us maximize our potential. It turns potential into reality. (虽然人类确实拥有发展技能的非凡能力，但基因限制了个人的能力。但基因并不能决定成绩。刻意练习可以帮助我们最大限度地发挥我们的潜力。它把潜力变成现实。)”可知，虽然人类具有非凡的发展技能的能力，但基因决定了个人可以达到的极限，因此不能通过刻意练习实现任何成功，刻意练习可以最大限度的帮助我们发挥自己的潜力，把潜力变成现实。原句According to the passage, we possess a remarkable ability to develop our skills, so we can achieve any success through deliberate practice.( 根据这篇文章，我们拥有一种非凡的能力来发展我们的技能，所以我们可以通过刻意的练习来取得任何成功。)指出通过可以联系能够取得任何成功，“任何错误”表述错误，与原文信息不符，因为虽然人类具有非凡的发展技能的能力，但基因决定了个人可以达到的极限，因此不能通过刻意练习实现任何成功。故答案为According to the passage, we possess a remarkable ability to develop our skills, so we can achieve any success through deliberate practice；原因为：According to the passage, while human beings do possess a remarkable ability to develop their skills, genes put limits on how far any individual can go. 4．开放性题目。本题为开放性题目，回答言之有理即可。题目的内容是“How will you use deliberate practice to develop one of your skills?( 你将如何通过刻意练习来发展你的一项技能?)”；本人认为我会将技能分解成几个部分，找出自己的弱点，针对每个部分测试新的策略，然后将我的学习融入到整体过程中，以提高我的表现。故答案可以从以下步骤考虑 (1)When learning skiing, I often fell as I couldn’t make turns properly.（情景描述） I broke the skill into hip rotation（转胯） and weight shifting, practicing slowly with video feedback to find my hips turned too early.（方法应用） After 2 weeks, I could turn smoothly without falling.（效果说明） (2)When learning basketball, I always lost the ball while dribbling. （情景描述） I broke it into low-hand dribbling and direction-changing, found wrist force mistakes via slow-motion videos, practiced 100 times daily, （方法应用） and improved dribbling stability after 3 weeks. （效果说明） (3)While practicing English listening, I often missed details. （情景描述） I segmented materials for intensive listening, dictating sentence by sentence to mark weak pronunciations. （方法应用） Finding sound-dropping issues by comparing with the original, I shadowed for 20 mins daily and raised comprehension from 60% to 85% in a month. （效果说明） 2 (2025届北京市中国人民大学附属中学高三下学期三模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求回答问题。 Why does one plus one equal two? One possible answer is “It just does!” Math can seem like a world of rules you just have to follow, which makes it seem rigid and boring. Whereas my love of math is somewhat driven by my love of breaking rules, or at least pushing against them. Both of those impulses play an important role in advancing human understanding, and in particular mathematical understanding. So rather than think about why one plus one is two, let’s go a little further and question whether it’s even true all the time. Sometimes, one plus one can equal more than two. If you and a friend each have enough money for one cup of coffee, together you might afford three cups if you have slightly more than needed individually. Sometimes, one plus one is just one, like if you put a pile of sand on top of another pile of sand, then you just get one pile of sand. And in some situations, one plus one is actually zero. If I say “I’m not not hungry,” that means “I’m hungry.” The point here is that one “not” plus one “not” is the same as zero “nots”. Now, you might think that these aren’t really situations where one plus one equals something else, because they aren’t really addition, or because those aren’t really numbers. You’re welcome to think that, but that’s not what math does. Math instead isn’t really about getting the right answer; it’s about building good justifications. The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, but wanting to jump and swing and know that our framework will hold up. One of the reasons the framework is so strong is precisely because we question it so deeply. I hope that we will start seeing mathematics as a place to pose questions and explore answers, rather than a place where the answers are fixed and we’re supposed to know them. And I hope we will value those who follow their curiosity on a journey that may be slow and without a clear destination, a quiet walk through the countryside rather than a race to the finish. 1．Why does the author love math? 2．What’s the result when combining two “nots” in the language example? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, and questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation. 4．What do you think one plus one equals? Use an example in your life to illustrate. (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．Because the author loves breaking rules or pushing against them. 2．The result is the same as zero “nots”. 3．The false part is “questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation”. Because according to the passage, deeply questioning the framework makes it stronger. 4．I think one plus one can equal more than two. For example, in a team project, one good at design and another at programming can achieve more together. 【解析】本文是一篇议论文。文章围绕“1 + 1是否一定等于2”展开讨论，指出数学不是追求固定答案，而是构建合理理由，鼓励对数学提出问题、探索答案。 1．考查细节理解。根据第一段中“Whereas my love of math is somewhat driven by my love of breaking rules, or at least pushing against them.(而我对数学的热爱在某种程度上源于我对打破规则的热爱，或者至少是挑战规则)”可知，作者热爱数学是因为喜欢打破规则或挑战规则。故答案为：Because the author loves breaking rules or pushing against them. 2．考查细节理解。根据第二段中“And in some situations, one plus one is actually zero. If I say “I’m not not hungry,” that means “I’m hungry.” The point here is that one ‘not’ plus one ‘not’ is the same as zero ‘nots.’(而在某些情况下，一加一甚至等于零。当我说“我不是不饿”，实际意思是“我饿了”。这里的双重否定（两个“不”）相加，效果就等同于零个否定)”可知，在语言例子中，两个“not”结合的结果是等同于没有“not”。故答案为：The result is the same as zero “nots”. 3． 考查推理判断。根据第三段中“The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, but wanting to jump and swing and know that our framework will hold up. One of the reasons the framework is so strong is precisely because we question it so deeply.(数学的可靠性来自于不轻易相信事物，而是想要去探索并确信我们的框架能够支撑。这个框架如此强大的原因之一正是因为我们对它进行了深入的质疑)”可知，深入质疑数学框架会使它更强大，而不是削弱其基础。所以“questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation”表述错误。故答案为：The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, and questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation. Because according to the passage, deeply questioning the framework makes it stronger. 4．考查开放性问题。我认为1加1可以大于2。比如在团队合作中，一个人擅长设计，另一个人擅长编程，两人合作完成项目的成果可能远超两人单独工作成果之和，即1 + 1大于2。故答案为：I think one plus one can equal more than two. For example, in a team project, one good at design and another at programming can achieve more together. 3 (2025届北京市八一学校高三下学期考前适应性练习英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 A study published in the journal Organizational Behavior this month found that the same piece of work is judged more harshly if it is handed in late than if it is handed in on time. Procrastination is harmful, the study suggests, and it really does matter if you make the deadline. This news didn’t strike fear into my heart for a couple of reasons. First, it feels intuitive. Second, I am a punctual person. I meet the vast majority of my deadlines. But, for me, procrastination is integral to achieving that. My ideal working day as a writer includes a certain amount of doing nothing. Not time off from working, strictly, but time when I am just thinking. It looks like pure procrastination, it even feels like procrastination a lot of the time — but I am passionate in my defense that it isn’t quite. If I sit down to do a piece of work too soon, it perversely (反常地) takes me longer and turns out worse overall. I need time for the task to pull itself into shape in the background while I do other things. I don’t think writing is the only job for which this is true. I feel confident that any job that involves primarily mental rather than physical labour benefits from a certain amount of this semi-procrastination. That phrase  “a certain amount”, though, is where things get interesting. Procrastination is less an art than an extreme sport. Some is genuinely productive, but too much will ruin your life. So, the right amount of procrastination — what exactly is that? I can’t help you here. It will vary from person to person and task to task. I like to think I’ve got my procrastination timings pretty well worked out. But it’s a technique that requires careful monitoring and recalibration (重新校对). The other factor here is fear. Personally, I need to be genuinely afraid that I do not have enough time left to complete my work to a high standard in order to really get down to it. It’s not a perfect system. In some ways I wish the procrastination portion of my work process did not exist. Because it might work, broadly, but it often doesn’t feel good. I frequently fall prey to the worst of both worlds: not properly working, but not resting and allowing thoughts to flourish either, just sort of pickling and worrying and frittering around. But I would like my battle to continue to be how to procrastinate well, rather than how not to procrastinate at all. 1．What does the author include in their ideal working day as a writer? 2．Why does the author need semi-procrastination? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. The author believes his procrastination timings are well worked out and set in stone. 4．Will you semi-procrastinate and why?(In about 40 words) 【答案】1．His/her ideal working day as a writer includes a certain amount of doing nothing. 2．He/She needs time for the task to pull itself into shape in the background while he/ she does other things. 3．The author believes his procrastination timings are well worked out and set in stone. It’s a technique that requires careful monitoring and recalibration. 4．As a senior high school student, I tend to semi-procrastinate because it allows me to think deeply about my assignments. This period of apparent inactivity often leads to clearer insights and better solutions when I finally start working. It’s not about avoiding work; it’s about giving my mind the space to incubate ideas before I tackle the task at hand. I choose not to semi-procrastinate. I believe in the importance of time management and discipline, which are crucial for success in both my academic and future endeavors. By starting tasks early, I can allocate sufficient time for thorough understanding and revision, ensuring that I meet deadlines and maintain high standards in my work. 【解析】这是一篇说明文。本月《组织行为学》期刊研究显示迟交会让工作评价更严苛，但对作者而言，适当拖延是思考过程，利于脑力工作，不过需把控程度，其动力源于对时间不足的恐惧。 1．考查细节理解。根据第二段“My ideal working day as a writer includes a certain amount of doing nothing.(作为一名作家，我理想的工作日包含一定量的无所事事的时间)”可知，作为一名作家，他/她的理想工作日包含一定量的无所事事的时间。故答案为His/ her ideal working day as a writer includes a certain amount of doing nothing 2．考查细节理解。根据第三段“I need time for the task to pull itself into shape in the background while I do other things.(我需要给这项任务一些时间，在我不做其他事情的时候让它在幕后自行完善)”可知，作者需要适度拖延是因为他/她需要一些时间让任务在幕后逐渐成型，而在此期间他/她可以去做其他事情。故答案为He/ She needs time for the task to pull itself into shape in the background while he/ she does other things. 3．考查细节理解。根据倒数第二段“It will vary from person to person and task to task. I like to think I’ve got my procrastination timings pretty well worked out. But it’s a technique that requires careful monitoring and recalibration (重新校对).(这会因人而异、因任务而异。我自认为已经对拖延的时间把控得相当好了。但这种技巧需要进行仔细的监控和调整)”可知，错误部分为“set in stone”，这是一种需要仔细监控和重新调整的技术。故答案为The author believes his procrastination timings are well worked out and set in stone. It’s a technique that requires careful monitoring and recalibration. 4．考查开放题。根据“你会半途而废吗？为什么？”可回答：作为一名高中生，我倾向于半拖延，因为这能让我深入思考我的作业。这段看似无所事事的时期往往会在我最终开始工作时带来更清晰的见解和更好的解决方案。这不是逃避工作，而是给我的大脑留出空间，在着手处理手头的任务之前让想法充分酝酿。我不选择半拖延。我相信时间管理和自律对于我在学业和未来事业中的成功至关重要。通过尽早开始任务，我可以为深入理解和修订分配足够的时间，确保我能按时完成任务并保持高质量的工作标准。故答案为As a senior high school student, I tend to semi-procrastinate because it allows me to think deeply about my assignments. This period of apparent inactivity often leads to clearer insights and better solutions when I finally start working. It’s not about avoiding work; it’s about giving my mind the space to incubate ideas before I tackle the task at hand. I choose not to semi-procrastinate. I believe in the importance of time management and discipline, which are crucial for success in both my academic and future endeavors. By starting tasks early, I can allocate sufficient time for thorough understanding and revision, ensuring that I meet deadlines and maintain high standards in my work. 4 (2025届北京市丰台区高三下学期二模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 “You Only Live Once” (YOLO), a concept made popular in contemporary society through social media, conveys the desire to make the most of the present situation and cast aside all worries about the future. This mindset is considered to be the characteristic of today’s youth. However, do young people truly embody the YOLO mentality, or are they too concerned about planning their future to enjoy the present? Some young people do tend to be overly absorbed in future planning and miss out on the present, largely influenced by societal attitudes advocating the merits of working towards a life plan and future goal. In Asian societies, young people plan their futures carefully to ensure financial security for the latter half of their lives. This often means getting good education and jobs. So, many take extra classes, losing free time and hobbies. Their excessive (过度的) focus on academics, which neglects their personal nature, brings mental stress and stops them from following their passions. Another factor driving young people to excessively plan for the future is the increasing number of world challenges. Natural disasters, conflicts, wars, and pandemics are increasing, making the job market unstable. Young people are now more pressured to consider their future in this changing world. As a result, they don’t enjoy their youth as they should. Research conducted by University College London shows over half of 16-25-year-olds are worried about their future, with 53% believing job prospects are worsening. Nevertheless, it’s encouraging to see that more young people are stepping off the beaten path and embracing the YOLO philosophy. The future is uncertain, and it’s natural for young people to feel anxious. However, living in the moment and enjoying each experience is crucial. After all, isn’t life more about the journey than the destination? 1．What mindset does YOLO convey? 2．What are the two main factors that cause some young people to focus more on future planning? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. In order to find their passions in life, young people in Asia plan their futures carefully. 4．How do you understand the sentence “Life is more about the journey than the destination.” in the passage? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．It conveys the desire to make the most of the present situation and cast aside all worries about the future. 2．The two main reasons are societal attitudes (advocating the merits of working towards a life plan and future goal/that advocate working towards a life plan and future goal) and the increasing number of world challenges. 3．In order to find their passions in life, young people in Asia plan their futures carefully. In Asia, young people plan their futures carefully to ensure financial security for the latter half of their lives. 4．It emphasizes that life’s value lies not in achieving fixed goals but in the ‌experiences, growth, and connections‌ forged along the way. Hence, experiences and feelings during life’s journey are more valuable, so we should cherish and enjoy the present. 【解析】本文是一篇议论文。主要介绍的是“YOLO”理念所传达的心态，探讨年轻人是否真正践行这一理念，分析导致部分年轻人过度关注未来规划的因素，并鼓励年轻人享受当下。 1．考查细节理解。根据第一段中的““You Only Live Once” (YOLO), a concept made popular in contemporary society through social media, conveys the desire to make the most of the present situation and cast aside all worries about the future.(“及时行乐”（YOLO），一个通过社交媒体在当代社会流行起来的概念，传达了充分利用当下情况并抛开对未来所有担忧的愿望。)”可知，“YOLO”传达的是充分利用当下、抛开对未来所有担忧的愿望。故答案为：It conveys the desire to make the most of the present situation and cast aside all worries about the future. 2．考查细节理解。根据第二段中的“Some young people do tend to be overly absorbed in future planning and miss out on the present, largely influenced by societal attitudes advocating the merits of working towards a life plan and future goal.(一些年轻人确实倾向于过度专注于未来规划而错过当下，这在很大程度上受到倡导朝着人生计划和未来目标努力的社会态度的影响。)”和第三段中的“Another factor driving young people to excessively plan for the future is the increasing number of world challenges.(促使年轻人过度规划未来的另一个因素是世界挑战的不断增加。)”可知，两个主要因素分别是倡导为人生计划和未来目标努力的社会态度，以及不断增多的世界挑战。故答案为：The two main reasons are societal attitudes (advocating the merits of working towards a life plan and future goal/that advocate working towards a life plan and future goal) and the increasing number of world challenges. 3．考查推理判断。依据文章第二段中的“In Asian societies, young people plan their futures carefully to ensure financial security for the latter half of their lives.(在亚洲社会，年轻人仔细规划他们的未来，以确保后半生的经济安全。)”可知，亚洲年轻人仔细规划未来是为保障后半辈子经济安全，并非为寻找生活热情，所以In order to find their passions in life错误，应改为In order to ensure financial security for the latter half of their lives。故答案为：In order to find their passions in life, young people in Asia plan their futures carefully. In Asia, young people plan their futures carefully to ensure financial security for the latter half of their lives. 4．考查开放性试题。结合文章鼓励年轻人活在当下的主旨，“人生更多的是旅程，而不是目的地”这句话强调，生命的价值不在于实现固定的目标，而在于一路上积累的经验、成长和联系；因此，人生旅途中的经历和感受更有价值，所以我们应该珍惜和享受当下。故答案为：It emphasizes that life’s value lies not in achieving fixed goals but in the ‌experiences, growth, and connections‌ forged along the way. Hence, experiences and feelings during life’s journey are more valuable, so we should cherish and enjoy the present. 5 (2025届北京市第十三中学高三下学期三模英语试题) 阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。 Why does one plus one equal two? One possible answer is “It just does!” Math can seem like a world of rules you just have to follow, which makes it seem rigid and boring.Whereas my love of math is somewhat driven by my love of breaking rules, or at least pushing against them. Both of those impulses play an important role in advancing human understanding, and in particular mathematical understanding. So rather than think about why one plus one is two, let’s go a little further and question whether it’s even true all the time. Sometimes, one plus one can equal more than two. If you and a friend each have enough money for one cup of coffee, together you might afford three cups if you have slightly more than needed individually. Sometimes, one plus one is just one, like if you put a pile of sand on top of another pile of sand, then you just get one pile of sand. And in some situations, one plus one is actually zero. If I say “I’m not not hungry,” that means “I’m hungry.” The point here is that one “not” plus one “not” is the same as zero “nots.” Now, you might think that these aren’t really situations where one plus one equals something else, because they aren’t really addition, or because those aren’t really numbers. You’re welcome to think that, but that’s not what math does. Math instead isn’t really about getting the right answer; it’s about building good justifications. The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, but wanting to jump and swing and know that our framework will hold up. One of the reasons the framework is so strong is precisely because we question it so deeply. I hope that we will start seeing mathematics as a place to pose questions and explore answers, rather than a place where the answers are fixed and we’re supposed to know them. And I hope we will value those who follow their curiosity on a journey that may be slow and without a clear destination, a quiet walk through the countryside rather than a race to the finish. 1．Why does the author love math? 2．What’s the result when combining two “nots” in the language example? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, and questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation. 4．What do you think one plus one equals? Why? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．Because he likes going beyond rules. 2．The result is zero “nots” because “I’m not not hungry” means “I’m hungry,” effectively canceling out the negatives. 3．The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, and questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation. According to the passage, one of the reasons the framework of math is so strong is precisely because we question it so deeply. Questioning actually strengthens the foundation of math rather than weakening it. 4．One plus one can equal different results. For example, in a teamwork situation, one plus one might equal more than two as the synergy brings greater efficiency and output. 【解析】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要围绕数学框架的稳固性展开讨论，提出质疑实际上能加强数学的基础而非削弱它。 1．考查细节理解。根据文章第一段”Whereas my love of math is somewhat driven by my love of breaking rules, or at least pushing against them. Both of those impulses play an important role in advancing human understanding, and in particular mathematical understanding.(而我对数学的热爱，某种程度上源于我对打破规则的喜爱，或者至少是对规则的挑战。这两种冲动在推动人类认知（尤其是数学认知）的发展中都扮演着重要角色。)”可知，作者热爱数学源于对打破规则的喜爱。故答案为Because he likes going beyond rules. 2．考查细节理解。根据文章第二段“And in some situations, one plus one is actually zero. If I say “I’m not not hungry,” that means “I’m hungry.” The point here is that one “not” plus one “not” is the same as zero “nots.”(在某些情况下，一加一甚至等于零。比如我说“我不是不饿”，这其实意味着“我饿”。这里的关键是，一个“不”加一个“不”，相当于零个“不”。)”可知，作者以双重否定“not not”为例，说明两个“not”相互抵消，相当于零个“not”，最终表达肯定含义。故答案为The result is zero “nots” because “I’m not not hungry” means “I’m hungry,” effectively canceling out the negatives. 3．考查推理判断。根据文章第三段“One of the reasons the framework is so strong is precisely because we question it so deeply.(数学框架之所以如此坚实，正是因为我们对其进行了深刻的质疑。)”可知，对数学框架的深刻质疑反而强化了其基础，而非削弱。因此原句“The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, and questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation.”中的“questioning the framework deeply weakens its foundation.”的表述是错误的，对数学框架的深刻质疑反而强化了其基础，而非削弱。故答案为According to the passage, one of the reasons the framework of math is so strong is precisely because we question it so deeply. Questioning actually strengthens the foundation of math rather than weakening it. 4．开放题。要求考生谈谈对于一加一等于几的想法，考生言之有理即可。故参考答案为One plus one can equal different results. For example, in a teamwork situation, one plus one might equal more than two as the synergy brings greater efficiency and output. 6 (2025届北京市精华学校高三下学期三模英语试题) 阅读下面短文，根据题目要求回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 Have you ever told yourself, “Just five more minutes” before bed, only to find yourself still awake an hour later? If so, you’re not alone. Sleep procrastination (拖延) — delaying bedtime despite knowing the consequences — isn’t unusual. Stop blaming yourselves for lack of self-discipline. The truth is, sleep procrastination is more complex than just poor time management. Both psychological and emotional factors make it difficult to simply go to bed earlier. During the day, we are bombarded with responsibilities: school, homework, and endless tasks. When night comes, we finally feel in control of our time, so we stay up late as a form of rebellion. Instead of resting, we seek out distractions: scrolling through social media or playing games. These activities might relieve stress, but here’s the kicker: Staying up late doesn’t actually make you feel better. Instead, it leaves you looking and feeling like an exhausted raccoon (浣熊) , squinting (眯着眼看) at the classroom whiteboard, wondering if it’s a secret code you’re too tired to crack. The problem is that most of these activities are designed to keep us hooked. Social media apps, video platforms and even games trigger dopamine releases, making it hard to stop. Our brains want the next small hit of pleasure, even when our bodies are begging for sleep. It’s a vicious (恶性的) cycle. But it’s one that we can break. First, we need to redefine relaxation by creating moments of pleasure during the day, so we don’t feel the need to steal “me-time” at night. Next, we should form a sleep-friendly routine: dim the lights, avoid screens and wind down with a book or a calming activity. Overstimulating activities, like action movies, intense gaming or heated debates on social media right before bed, should be avoided. Revenge bedtime procrastination may seem like a small win, but the real victory is waking up refreshed. So, the next time that “five more minutes” thought comes, choose self-care and a well-functioning mind. Your future self will be grateful. 1．What is sleep procrastination? 2．Why are social media designed to get us hooked? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. ▶ Although staying up late can effectively release our stress, it leads us to vicious cycle of being exhausted. 4．What other ways can you adopt to overcome sleep procrastination? Please explain.  (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．It is the behavior of delaying bedtime despite knowing the consequences. 2．Because they trigger dopamine releases, making it hard to stop. 3．▶ Although sleep procrastination can effectively release our stress, it leads us to vicious cycle of being exhausted. Sleep procrastination doesn’t actually make you feel better. 4．I can set clear sleep and wake-up times to form a good sleeping habit. It can help regulate the body’s internal clock. Even on weekends, try to maintain a consistent schedule. This makes it easier for the body to get used to a regular sleep rhythm, making it more likely to feel sleepy at the intended bedtime.或者It is a good idea to create a sleep-conducive environment. Keep it dark, quiet, and at a comfortable temperature. Use blackout curtains to block out external light, and consider using earplugs or a white-noise machine to mask any disturbing sounds. A comfortable mattress and pillows are also essential for a good night’s sleep. 或者I always limit caffeine and electronics. Avoiding consuming caffeine in the afternoon and evening can prevent interference with sleep. Also, limit the use of electronic devices before bed. The blue light from screens suppresses the production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep. Instead, read a book or listen to soft music to relax before going to bed. 【解析】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了睡眠拖延的现象、成因，指出其危害，并给出了克服睡眠拖延的方法，倡导选择自我关怀，拥有良好的精神状态。 1．考查细节理解。根据第一段中“Sleep procrastination (拖延) — delaying bedtime despite knowing the consequences — isn’t unusual. (睡眠拖延——明知后果却仍推迟就寝时间——并不罕见)”可知，睡眠拖延是一种明知后果却仍推迟就寝时间的行为。故答案为：It is the behavior of delaying bedtime despite knowing the consequences. 2．考查细节理解。根据第四段中“Social media apps, video platforms and even games trigger dopamine releases, making it hard to stop. (社交媒体应用程序、视频平台甚至游戏都会促使多巴胺释放，让人难以停下来)”可知，社交媒体会促使多巴胺释放，让人难以停止使用，所以会让人上瘾。故答案为：Because they trigger dopamine releases, making it hard to stop. 3．考查推理判断。根据第三段中“During the day, we are bombarded with responsibilities: school, homework, and endless tasks. When night comes, we finally feel in control of our time, so we stay up late as a form of rebellion. Instead of resting, we seek out distractions: scrolling through social media or playing games. These activities might relieve stress, but here’s the kicker: Staying up late doesn’t actually make you feel better. (当夜幕降临时，我们终于觉得可以控制自己的时间，所以我们把熬夜作为一种反抗。我们不是休息，而是寻找分心的东西：刷社交媒体或玩游戏。这些活动可能会缓解压力，但关键是：熬夜实际上并不会让你感觉更好)”可知，熬夜虽然可能在一定程度上缓解压力，但实际上并不能让人感觉更好，所以“能有效释放压力”表述错误。故答案为：▶ Although sleep procrastination can effectively release our stress, it leads us to vicious cycle of being exhausted. Because sleep procrastination doesn’t actually make you feel better. 4．考查推理判断。克服睡眠拖延症的其它方法，可以从形成良好睡眠习惯、营造睡眠环境、限制相关事物等方面考虑。比如设定明确的作息时间能调节生物钟，形成规律；营造利于睡眠的环境可避免干扰；限制咖啡因和电子设备使用能避免影响睡眠激素分泌。故答案可以是：I can set clear sleep and wake up times to form a good sleeping habit. It can help regulate the body’s internal clock.或者It is a good idea to create a sleep conducive environment. Keep it dark, quiet, and at a comfortable temperature. 或者I always limit caffeine and electronics. Avoiding consuming caffeine in the afternoon and evening can prevent interference with sleep. 7 (2025届北京市昌平区高三下学期二模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。 In today’s fast-paced, achievement-oriented society, productivity is often associated with time management. We often think that to be productive, we need to master time-management techniques. But have you ever noticed that when you’re emotionally worn out, you struggle to stay organized or motivated? Or when you’re overwhelmed, tasks like answering emails or doing laundry pile up? Unresolved emotions, such as fears of disappointing others or missing out on opportunities, often drive people to over-commit. Even with a well-organized calendar, you may find yourself squeezing in extra tasks, only to feel overwhelmed and rushed, which can lead to anxiety or even depression. The problem is not your time-management skills, but emotional overload. True productivity isn’t about doing more in less time; it’s about managing your energy, emotions, and well-being over the long term. Research shows that employees who practice emotional regulation experience 20-30% higher productivity than those who rely only on time management. The good news is that emotional management isn’t about grand gestures — it grows in small, intentional shifts. Start by pausing before agreeing to new commitments. When someone asks you to take on an additional task, don’t immediately agree. Ask for some time to consider it and review your other obligations. Besides, separate your work outcomes from your self-worth. By shifting from a perfectionist mindset to a growth-oriented one, you will focus on learning rather than only on achieving perfect outcomes. To get out of a seemingly cruel cycle, it takes patience and sensibility within yourself. Change is hard, but every step, no matter how small, is a step toward reclaiming your well-being. 1．What often make people over-commit? 2．What is true productivity about? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. By shifting from a perfectionist mindset to a growth-oriented one, you will concentrate on managing emotions rather than only on achieving perfect outcomes. 4．Besides what is mentioned in the passage, what else can you do to better manage your emotions? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．Unresolved emotions, such as fears of disappointing others or missing out on opportunities. 2．It’s about managing your energy, emotions, and well-being over the long term. 3．By shifting from a perfectionist mindset to a growth-oriented one, you will concentrate on managing emotions rather than only on achieving perfect outcomes. You will concentrate on learning rather than only on achieving perfect outcomes. 4．To better manage emotions, one can practice mindfulness meditation to stay present, engage in physical exercise to release stress, and seek support from friends or professionals when needed. 【解析】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了在当今快节奏、以成就为导向的社会中，人们常常将生产力与时间管理联系在一起，但实际上，情绪管理对于生产力同样重要。 1．考查细节理解。根据第二段“Unresolved emotions, such as fears of disappointing others or missing out on opportunities,often drive people to over-commit.(未解决的情绪，比如担心让别人失望或错过机会，往往会驱使人们过度承诺)”可知，未解决的情绪，比如害怕让别人失望或错过机会，往往会驱使人们过度承诺。故答案为Unresolved emotions, such as fears of disappointing others or missing out on opportunities. 2．考查细节理解。根据第三段“True productivity isn’t about doing more in less time; it’s about managing your energy, emotions, and well-being over the long term.(真正的生产力不是用更少的时间做更多的事；这是关于长期管理你的精力、情绪和幸福。)”可知，真正的生产力是关于长期管理你的精力、情绪和幸福，故答案为It’s about managing your energy, emotions, and well-being over the long term. 3．考查细节理解。根据第四段“By shifting from a perfectionist mindset to a growth-oriented one, you will focus on learning rather than only on achieving perfect outcomes.(通过从完美主义的心态转变为成长导向的心态，你将专注于学习，而不仅仅是取得完美的结果。)”可知，通过从完美主义心态转变为以成长为导向的心态，你将专注于学习，给出句子中managing emotions表示“管理情绪”，表述错误。正确的说法是“通过从完美主义的心态转变为成长导向的心态，你将专注于学习，而不仅仅是取得完美的结果”。故答案为By shifting from a perfectionist mindset to a growth-oriented one, you will concentrate on managing emotions rather than only on achieving perfect outcomes. You will concentrate on learning rather than only on achieving perfect outcomes. 4．开放题目，答案不唯一，合理即可。在我看来，为了更好地管理情绪，人们可以练习正念冥想来保持当下，进行体育锻炼来释放压力，并在需要时寻求朋友或专业人士的支持。故答案为To better manage emotions, one can practice mindfulness meditation to stay present, engage in physical exercise to release stress, and seek support from friends or professionals when needed. 8 (2025届北京市西城区高三下学期二模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 If you listen to some self-improvement lectures about success, you’ll hear a familiar saying: Hustle (忙碌) harder. It sounds like success is just a matter of willpower and that the life of your dreams is within reach. Many young people are buying into this mindset, spending every waking hour working toward ambitious goals, only to find themselves worn out and unfulfilled. Hustle culture promises success, but it often leads to burnout and disappointment. The truth is that success and fulfillment don’t come from constant struggle. They come from something deeper and more sustainable: persistence (坚持). Hustle culture praises big goals. But what the experts won’t tell you is that most of those goals require a mix of timing, luck, and sometimes even genetics. No matter how hard you hustle, success isn’t always within your control. Persistence culture, on the other hand, takes a different approach. Instead of focusing on massive, high-risk goals, it emphasizes consistent effort over time. It encourages growth, learning, and steady improvement—factors that are within your control. Hustle culture focuses on goals, ignoring the process. It tells you to chase success at all costs, even if that means doing things you hate along the way. For example, you love podcasting (制作播客). You enjoy the connection with your audience. But if you follow hustle culture, your focus shifts to profit, audience growth, and social media engagement. To “succeed,” you have to learn marketing strategies that you don’t actually enjoy. Persistence culture, in contrast, prioritizes the process itself. It asks: Do you enjoy what you’re doing? When you love the process, you don’t need external approval to keep going. Success becomes a byproduct of consistency and passion. Instead of measuring success by external factors, it asks: How can I improve? Maybe your podcast isn’t getting millions of downloads, but are you becoming a better interviewer? Are you developing new skills? These are the measures that matter because they’re within your control. 1．How do many young people feel after following the “hustle harder” mindset? 2．Where do success and fulfillment come from? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. > Hustle culture focuses on massive, high-risk goals, measures success by external factors and prioritizes the process. 4．How are you going to put “Persistence Culture” into practice in your daily life? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．They feel worn out and unfulfilled. 2．They come from something deeper and more sustainable: persistence. 3．Hustle culture focuses on massive, high-risk goals, measures success by external factors and prioritizes the process. According to the passage, hustle culture ignores the process instead of prioritizing the process itself. 4．I’ll prioritize consistent effort over grand goals. For instance, in podcasting, I’ll focus on improving interviewing skills and storytelling daily rather than chasing downloads. By valuing small, measurable progress and passion, I’ll build sustainable growth without burnout. 【解析】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要对比了“忙碌文化”和“坚持文化”对成功的影响。 1．考查细节理解。由文章第一段中“Many young people are buying into this mindset, spending every waking hour working toward ambitious goals, only to find themselves worn out and unfulfilled. (许多年轻人接受了这种心态，把醒着的每一个小时都花在朝着雄心勃勃的目标努力上，结果却发现自己疲惫不堪、毫无成就感。)”可知，许多年轻人在遵循“更努力地忙碌”的心态后，感觉疲惫不堪且毫无成就感。故答案为：They feel worn out and unfulfilled. 2．考查细节理解。由文章第二段中“The truth is that success and fulfillment don’t come from constant struggle. They come from something deeper and more sustainable: persistence (坚持). (事实是，成功和成就感并非来自持续的挣扎。它们来自更深层次、更可持续的东西：坚持。)”可知，成功和成就感来自更深层次、更可持续的东西——坚持。故答案为：They come from something deeper and more sustainable: persistence. 3．考查细节理解。由文章第四段中“Hustle culture focuses on goals, ignoring the process. (忙碌文化关注目标，忽视过程。)”以及第五段中“Persistence culture, in contrast, prioritizes the process itself. (相比之下，坚持文化将过程本身置于首位。)”可知，“Hustle culture focuses on massive, high-risk goals, measures success by external factors and prioritizes the process.”这句话中“prioritizes the process”部分错误。忙碌文化忽视过程，而不是将过程置于首位。故答案为：Hustle culture focuses on massive, high-risk goals, measures success by external factors and prioritizes the process. According to the passage, hustle culture ignores the process instead of prioritizing the process itself. 4．开放性题目，此题要求回答：你打算如何在日常生活中实践“坚持文化”？答案不唯一，合理即可。例如：我会优先考虑持续努力，而非追求宏大目标。例如，在制作播客时，我会专注于每天提升采访技巧和讲故事的能力，而不是一味追求下载量。通过重视微小且可衡量的进步以及保持热情，我将实现可持续的成长，同时避免过度劳累。故答案为：I’ll prioritize consistent effort over grand goals. For instance, in podcasting, I’ll focus on improving interviewing skills and storytelling daily rather than chasing downloads. By valuing small, measurable progress and passion, I’ll build sustainable growth without burnout. 9 (2025届北京市朝阳区高三下学期二模考试英语试题) 阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。 Good news for procrastinators (拖延者): There is a way to use procrastination to your advantage. Most procrastinators make the mistake of doing nothing at all. But when you use procrastination as motivation to get things done, you can avoid doing that one thing you really would rather not do and be quite productive. It’s what essayist John Perry calls “structured procrastination”. Let’s say, for example, you have a number of tasks you are avoiding, in order of urgency:1) Finishing an essay; 2) Responding to emails; 3) Cleaning and doing laundry. A non-procrastinator would accomplish these tasks in order of urgency. A procrastinator would avoid doing them altogether. But a structured procrastinator would do them in reverse (反向) — using his desire to avoid writing the essay as motivation to do cleaning and respond to emails. Since he can reprogram by working on other things that are still valuable, he is actually getting a lot done. College senior Jordan Gonen is what you might call a structured procrastinator. When he is overcome with fear of homework, he’ll preoccupy himself with what he calls “quick wins”—sending emails and writing articles for his blog. “It’s still procrastinating my homework, but instead of doing nothing in the meantime, I’m still getting a lot done,” Gonen says. Once he gets through these tasks, Gonen can more easily get into the mindset of tackling his homework. “A lot of these smaller tasks aren’t particularly fun or productive, but if you can really knock them out really quickly over a certain period of time, then you can get a lot more done and it doesn’t feel necessarily worse — you’ re just working 100 percent on whatever you’ re working on,” Gonen says. 1．What is “structured procrastination”? 2．How would structured procrastinators handle a number of tasks they are avoiding? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. Gonen gets through his smaller tasks first because they are fun and productive. 4．Would you use structured procrastination in your daily life? Why or why not? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．Using procrastination as motivation to get things done. 2．They would reprogram by working on other things that are still valuable. 3．Gonen gets through his smaller tasks first because they are fun and productive.Because they can help Gonen get into the mindset of tackling his homework. 4．Yes, I’d use structured procrastination. By tackling smaller, valuable tasks first (like emails), I’d build momentum and avoid anxiety. This way, I’d still achieve progress while postponing tough work, striking a balance between productivity and mental ease. 【解析】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了如何利用拖延症提高效率的方法。 1．考查细节理解。由文章第一段中“Good news for procrastinators (拖延者): There is a way to use procrastination to your advantage. Most procrastinators make the mistake of doing nothing at all. But when you use procrastination as motivation to get things done, you can avoid doing that one thing you really would rather not do and be quite productive. It’s what essayist John Perry calls “structured procrastination”. (对于拖延者来说，有个好消息：有一种方法可以让拖延为你所用。大多数拖延者都犯了什么都不做的错误。但当你把拖延当作完成任务的动力时，你可以避开那件你真的不想做的事情，并且还能保持相当高的效率。这就是散文家约翰・佩里所说的“结构化拖延”。)”可知，“结构化拖延”是指把拖延当作完成事情的动力。故答案为Using procrastination as motivation to get things done. 2．考查细节理解。由文章第二段中“But a structured procrastinator would do them in reverse (反向) — using his desire to avoid writing the essay as motivation to do cleaning and respond to emails. Since he can reprogram by working on other things that are still valuable, he is actually getting a lot done. (但一个有规划的拖延者会反向做这些事——利用他避免写论文的欲望作为动力去做清洁和回复邮件。因为他可以通过做其他有价值的事情来重新安排自己的时间，所以他实际上做了很多事情。)”可知，有规划的拖延者会通过处理其他仍然有价值的事情来重新规划。故答案为They would reprogram by working on other things that are still valuable. 3．考查细节理解。由文章最后一段中““A lot of these smaller tasks aren’t particularly fun or productive, but if you can really knock them out really quickly over a certain period of time, then you can get a lot more done and it doesn’t feel necessarily worse — you’ re just working 100 percent on whatever you’ re working on,” Gonen says. (Gonen说：“很多这样的小任务并不是特别有趣或高效，但如果你能在一定时间内迅速完成它们，那么你就能完成更多的事情，而且感觉也不一定更糟——你只是全身心地投入到正在做的事情中。”)”可知，Gonen先完成这些较小的任务，并不是因为它们有趣且富有成效，而是因为快速完成这些任务后可以完成更多的事情。所以“Gonen gets through his smaller tasks first because they are fun and productive.”这句话中“because they are fun and productive”部分错误。故答案为Gonen gets through his smaller tasks first because they are fun and productive. Because they can help Gonen get into the mindset of tackling his homework. 4．开放性题目。此题要求回答：你会在日常生活中使用结构化拖延吗？为什么或为什么不呢？答案不唯一，合理即可。例如：是的，我会采用结构化拖延法。通过先处理一些较小且有价值的任务（比如回复电子邮件），我能够积攒动力，并且避免焦虑。这样一来，在推迟处理棘手工作的同时，我仍能取得进展，在工作效率和内心轻松之间达成平衡。故答案为Yes, I’d use structured procrastination. By tackling smaller, valuable tasks first (like emails), I’d build momentum and avoid anxiety. This way, I’d still achieve progress while postponing tough work, striking a balance between productivity and mental ease. 10 (2025届北京市东城区高三下学期二模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 I started running competitively almost as soon as I could walk. I was three years old when I joined in my first official race. My mom and both of my brothers were runners, so the sport was built into my life from the beginning. When I was young, I enjoyed the freedom, joy, and sense of power running gave me. This pure, concentrated love of the sport gave me wings that carried me through even the toughest practices and races. However, as I got older, pressure began to build up. I was winning, but I lost sight of my real purpose as a runner: to have fun. I even began to fear hard workouts, knowing I would be disappointed if I didn’t achieve my goals. Before the final season in my high school career, I trained so hard that I got exhausted and hurt my calf. Rather than pausing for treatment and recovery, I chose to get to the line. But at last, I had to step off the track because the pain was simply unbearable. Recovery was tough. When I was finally able to run again, I was out of shape and couldn’t keep up with my team. Over the next three years, more injuries followed. But later, a famous long-distance runner Cathy’s post changed everything for me. “Every day, I make the choice to show up and see what I’ve got, and to try and be better. My advice: Keep showing up.” With just a few words, she reminded me how simple running really is. I realized I didn’t have to be perfect every day. I just had to show up and give what I had. Now, I still run every day and have completed four marathons. Joy and gratitude are the center of my practice. Thanks to Cathy, I can always return to the calming belief that things will go my way if I just keep showing up. 1．What did running bring to the author when she was young? 2．Why did the author no longer enjoy running later? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. > Inspired by Cathy’s post, the author realized that she had to focus on pursuing perfection. 4．From the story, what can you learn about “Keep showing up”? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．The freedom, joy, and sense of power. 2．Because pressure began to build up. 3．Inspired by Cathy’s post, the author realized that she had to focus on pursuing perfection. Because the author realized that she didn’t have to be perfect every day. 4．It means consistently trying without demanding perfection. By showing up and doing your best, progress and joy will follow naturally. 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者从童年时期开始参与竞技跑步，到随着年龄增长面临压力、失去跑步的初衷，再到因受伤而反思，最终在一位著名长跑运动员的启发下重新找回跑步的快乐与纯粹的过程。 1．考查细节理解。根据第一段“When I was young, I enjoyed the freedom, joy, and sense of power running gave me.(当我年轻的时候，我喜欢跑步给我的自由、快乐和力量感)”可知，在作者年轻的时候，跑步给她带来了自由、快乐和力量的感觉。故答案为The freedom, joy, and sense of power. 2．考查细节理解。根据第二段“However, as I got older, pressure began to build up. I was winning, but I lost sight of my real purpose as a runner: to have fun. I even began to fear hard workouts, knowing I would be disappointed if I didn’t achieve my goals.(然而，随着年龄的增长，压力开始累积。我赢了，但我忘记了我作为一名跑步者的真正目的：获得乐趣。我甚至开始害怕艰苦的锻炼，因为我知道如果我没有达到我的目标我会很失望)”可知，因为压力开始累积，所以作者后来不再喜欢跑步了。故答案为Because pressure began to build up. 3．考查细节理解。根据第三段“But later, a famous long-distance runner Cathy’s post changed everything for me. “Every day, I make the choice to show up and see what I’ve got, and to try and be better. My advice: Keep showing up.” With just a few words, she reminded me how simple running really is. I realized I didn’t have to be perfect every day. I just had to show up and give what I had.(但后来，一位著名的长跑运动员凯西的帖子彻底改变了我。“每一天，我都选择出现在跑道上，看看自己能做到什么程度，并努力超越自我。我的建议是：坚持跑下去。”短短几句话让我恍然大悟——跑步的本质原来如此简单。我明白了不必苛求每天表现完美，只需坚持站上跑道，全力以赴)”可知，受到Cathy帖子的启发，作者意识到不必苛求每天表现完美，只需坚持站上跑道，全力以赴，所以“Inspired by Cathy’s post, the author realized that she had to focus on pursuing perfection.”中“had to focus on pursuing perfection.”是错误的，应改为The author realized that she didn’t have to be perfect every day.故答案为Inspired by Cathy’s post, the author realized that she had to focus on pursuing perfection. Because the author realized that she didn’t have to be perfect every day. 4．开放性试题。要言之有理，注意词数限制。如：根据第三段“But later, a famous long-distance runner Cathy’s post changed everything for me. “Every day, I make the choice to show up and see what I’ve got, and to try and be better. My advice: Keep showing up.” With just a few words, she reminded me how simple running really is. I realized I didn’t have to be perfect every day. I just had to show up and give what I had.(但后来，一位著名的长跑运动员凯西的帖子彻底改变了我。“每一天，我都选择出现在跑道上，看看自己能做到什么程度，并努力超越自我。我的建议是：坚持跑下去。”短短几句话让我恍然大悟——跑步的本质原来如此简单。我明白了不必苛求每天表现完美，只需坚持站上跑道，全力以赴)”可知，“Keep showing up”意味着不断地尝试而不要求完美。通过表现和尽你最大的努力，进步和快乐自然会随之而来。故答案为It means consistently trying without demanding perfection. By showing up and doing your best, progress and joy will follow naturally. 11 (2025届北京市海淀区高三下学期期末练习（二模）英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 “Your order is on its way!” Is there any notification that brings more joy than this? But there could be more behind your motivations for hitting “buy now”. A survey found over a quarter of respondents reported “doom spending” — splashing cash on unnecessary purchases despite economic concerns to cope with stress. Doom spending can put you at risk of financial stress, cause tension in relationships, evoke feelings of shame, and drain your bank balance of funds that could be spent otherwise. But why is it so hard to resist the urge to spend? The reason we feel happy and satisfied when swiping our credit cards is the dopamine rush it offers. Interestingly, the dopamine doesn’t turn up in the acquisition of something. It occurs in the impulse or the motivation to go forth and hunt. In other words, it’s the try-on of the perfect shoes or the test drive of the new car rather than the actual buying. So when feeling the urge to buy, pause, note the item and wait at least 24 hours before acting, allowing time for dopamine’s effect to flow through the body. You may find that after the effect wears off, you don’t have the urge to buy. For some people, shopping serves as a coping mechanism — a way to find comfort and build self-esteem or self-confidence. They often turn to that product again and again, hoping it will make them feel a little bit better. However, this inability to properly self-soothe can result in a “treat yourself” mentality after a bad day. If you feel the need for a treat or some self-care, put your credit card away and reach for something more wholesome and long-lasting like meditation, spending time in nature, or connecting with friends. These alternatives not only provide longer-lasting benefits but also help fill your emotional well-being. But being mindful with money doesn’t have to mean avoiding spending on little things that bring you joy. Little splurges and “treat yourself” moments can be a great way to bring happiness if they are controlled. Having allocated funds for “splurge” purchases, and keeping a list on how much to spend from these can create a more mindful approach to spending, rather than one that’s impulsive and stress-motivated. 1．According to the passage, what is “doom spending”? 2．What are the alternatives to comfort yourself instead of spending money? 3．Please decide which part of the following statement is false, then underline it and explain why. Dopamine is released when people actually buy something, which makes them feel happy and satisfied. 4．What benefit(s) can you get from being mindful with money? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．It is splashing cash on unnecessary purchases despite economic concerns to cope with stress. 2．Meditation, spending time in nature, or connecting with friends. 3．Dopamine is released when people actually buy something, which makes them feel happy and satisfied. Dopamine is released in the impulse or the motivation to go forth and hunt. 4．Being mindful with money helps reduce financial stress, fosters healthier relationships, and preserves funds for meaningful long-term goals. By managing impulsive spending, one can maintain control and experience greater satisfaction from carefully chosen purchases and healthier emotional well-being. 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要解释了什么是“厄运消费”以及这种消费背后的原因以及如何避免不必要的消费。 1．考查细节理解。根据第一段“A survey found over a quarter of respondents reported “doom spending” — splashing cash on unnecessary purchases despite economic concerns to cope with stress.(一项调查发现，超过四分之一的受访者称自己是“厄运消费”——不顾经济问题，为了应对压力，把钱花在不必要的东西上)”可知，“厄运消费”指的是不顾经济压力，仍在不必要的购买上大笔花钱。故答案为It is splashing cash on unnecessary purchases despite economic concerns to cope with stress. 2．考查细节理解。根据倒数第二段“If you feel the need for a treat or some self-care, put your credit card away and reach for something more wholesome and long-lasting like meditation, spending time in nature, or connecting with friends.(如果你觉得需要款待或自我照顾，把信用卡收起来，做一些更健康、更持久的事情，比如冥想、花时间在大自然中，或者和朋友联系)”可知，除了花钱，冥想，花时间在大自然中，或者与朋友联系可以得到安慰。故答案为Meditation, spending time in nature, or connecting with friends. 3．考查细节理解。根据第三段“Interestingly, the dopamine doesn’t turn up in the acquisition of something. It occurs in the impulse or the motivation to go forth and hunt.(有趣的是，多巴胺不会出现在获得某些东西的过程中。它发生在外出狩猎的冲动或动机中)”可知，错误部分为“when people actually buy something”，因为多巴胺是在外出狩猎的冲动或动机中释放的。故答案为Dopamine is released when people actually buy something, which makes them feel happy and satisfied. Dopamine is released in the impulse or the motivation to go forth and hunt. 4．考查开放题。根据“注意金钱能给你带来什么好处？”可回答：注意金钱有助于减轻财务压力，促进更健康的关系，并为有意义的长期目标保留资金；通过管理冲动消费，人们可以保持控制，并从精心选择的购买和更健康的情绪健康中获得更大的满足感。故答案为Being mindful with money helps reduce financial stress, fosters healthier relationships, and preserves funds for meaningful long-term goals. By managing impulsive spending, one can maintain control and experience greater satisfaction from carefully chosen purchases and healthier emotional well-being. 12 (2025届北京市海淀区高三下学期一模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。 As a novice teacher at a kindergarten, I spent a lot of time observing the interaction between experienced teachers and their students. Oftentimes when kids fall, they don’t start crying immediately. Usually kids will be OK until they lock eyes with an adult: one that they trust and know can do something for them. When I noticed this, I so wanted it to happen to me, because that meant I had earned a kid’s trust and had proven that I was able to help them with anything. One day it finally happened. Hearing a kid yell, “Teacher, Sam fell down.” I rushed out and found Sam, who was looking puzzled. When our eyes locked, his lower lips started trembling and tears welled up in his eyes. He ran towards me and let me give him a big hug. We checked to make sure he wasn’t hurt. It was in that moment that I realized something odd. Sam’s vulnerability and coming to me for help was supposed to give me more power. But strangely, the power,I felt,shifted more to Sam, because he was giving me a privilege: a gift for me to do something for someone. With everything I learned from teaching in the kindergarten, I went to conquer other things in life. Later I landed a job to work extensively with volunteers. I loved the relationship I was building there and the feeling of being asked for help. Over time, I increasingly pressured myself to stay busy and helpful. My self-worth became associated with my performance at work, which brought about one of the lowest moments of my life. Even then, my mind was running at a hyper speed into problem-solving mode and it didn’t even occur to me that I could ask for help. I was surrounded by so many people who cared for me,but I just couldn’t see them. Finally, my good friend had to literally hold me by my shoulders and force me to ask for help. With their ongoing support, I overcame one difficulty after another. I love helping others and I firmly believe others are willing to help me. We all want to be the best self in life: strong, independent and self-reliant,but we don’t always have to be. Let’s start asking for help more often, because helping Sams is a privilege and a gift. 1．Why did the author want the kids to turn to her for help? 2．What led to one of the author’s lowest moments in life? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. The author overcame the difficulties on her own when she was having a tough time. 4．From this story, what can you learn about “help”? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．Because it meant she had earned a kid’s trust and proven that she was able to help them. 2．Associating her self-worth with her performance at work and pressuring herself to stay busy and helpful. 3．The underlined part is “on her own”. Because the author’s good friend held her by the shoulders and forced her to ask for help, and with their ongoing support, she overcame the difficulties. 4．Help is mutual. We can both offer help to others and receive help from them. We don’t always have to be strong, independent and self-reliant. Learning to ask for help is also a kind of wisdom. 【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者从幼儿园教学中领悟到求助与帮助的意义，经历低谷后学会接受他人帮助，并认识到互相帮助是特权和礼物的故事。 1．考查细节理解。由文章第一段中“Oftentimes when kids fall, they don’t start crying immediately. Usually kids will be OK until they lock eyes with an adult: one that they trust and know can do something for them. When I noticed this, I so wanted it to happen to me, because that meant I had earned a kid’s trust and had proven that I was able to help them with anything. (很多时候，孩子们摔倒了并不会立刻哭起来。通常情况下，孩子们在与他们信任且知道能为他们做点什么的成年人对视之前，都不会有事。当我注意到这一点时，我非常希望这种情况能发生在我身上，因为那就意味着我赢得了一个孩子的信任，并且证明了我能够在任何事情上帮助他们)”可知，作者希望孩子们向她求助是因为这意味着她赢得了孩子的信任，并证明了她能够帮助他们。故答案为：Because it meant she had earned a kid’s trust and proven that she was able to help them. 2．考查细节理解。由文章第四段中“My self-worth became associated with my performance at work, which brought about one of the lowest moments of my life. (我的自我价值开始与我的工作表现联系在一起，这给我带来了人生中最低谷的时刻之一)”以及“Over time, I increasingly pressured myself to stay busy and helpful. (随着时间的推移，我给自己施加的压力越来越大，要让自己保持忙碌和乐于助人)”可知，作者将自我价值与工作表现联系在一起，并给自己施加压力要保持忙碌和乐于助人，这导致了作者人生中的最低谷时刻之一。故答案为：Associating her self-worth with her performance at work and pressuring herself to stay busy and helpful. 3．考查细节理解。由文章第四段中“Finally, my good friend had to literally hold me by my shoulders and force me to ask for help. With their ongoing support, I overcame one difficulty after another. (最后，我的好朋友不得不实实在在地抓住我的肩膀，强迫我去寻求帮助。在他们持续的支持下，我克服了一个又一个困难)”可知，作者的好朋友抓住她的肩膀，强迫她寻求帮助，并在他们持续的支持下，她克服了困难。所以错误的部分是on her own。故答案为：The underlined part is “on her own”. Because the author’s good friend held her by the shoulders and forced her to ask for help, and with their ongoing support, she overcame the difficulties. 4．开放性题目，此题要求回答：从这个故事中，你能学到什么关于“帮助”的知识？答案不唯一，合理即可。例如：通读全文，尤其是最后一段“I love helping others and I firmly believe others are willing to help me. We all want to be the best self in life: strong, independent and self-reliant,but we don’t always have to be. Let’s start asking for help more often, because helping Sams is a privilege and a gift. (我喜欢帮助别人，我坚信别人也愿意帮助我。我们都想成为生活中最好的自己:坚强、独立、自力更生，但我们并不总是需要这样。让我们开始更频繁地寻求帮助吧，因为帮助像萨姆这样的人是一种特权和礼物)”以及文章内容可知，帮助是相互的，我们在帮助别人的同时也能从别人那里得到帮助。我们不必总是坚强、独立和自力更生，学会寻求帮助也是一种智慧。故答案为Help is mutual. We can both offer help to others and receive help from them. We don’t always have to be strong, independent and self-reliant. Learning to ask for help is also a kind of wisdom. 13 (2025届北京通州区高三一模英语试题)阅读下面的短文和问题，根据短文内容，在相应题号后的横线上写下相关信息，完成对该问题的回答。答语要结构正确，书写工整，字迹清楚。 In the quiet town of Bishop Stortford, there exists a unique Victorian shop called the Poetry Pharmacy(药房). What appears to be a regular pharmacy from the outside is actually filled with books and literary gifts inside. The founder, Deborah Alma, a poet herself, set up this magical place to bring poetry closer to people, where poems are prescribed to comfort the soul. Deborah originally started doing poetry prescriptions part-time, using an old ambulance that she was driving around the country. She became known as “the emergency poet”, recommending poems to people at various events like literary festivals. After a few years, Deborah started getting tired of working outside, and she was looking for a change. “I’ve been aware of a place for sale on and off for years. I went there, and looked through the windows — you can see all these dusty shelves of an old hardware store which looked like an old pharmacy. And I said to my husband, ‘Can you imagine all my pill bottles on those shelves? We could have a poetry pharmacy here!’” Inside Deborah’s poetry pharmacy, there is a café, a library, and a few rooms — one of which gives home to Deborah’s one-on-one consultations. These consultations are designed similarly to conventional therapy session is people are asked to share their feelings and worries to get the right poems prescribed for them. “I ask what they would like to be prescribed poems for — and it may be something quite light, or it can be quite a profound thing; like grief or heartbreak or lack of self-confidence or anxiety about their future. And having listened to them, I give them the gift of a poem. These poems are all very resolved — they are all full of hope or optimism.” 1．What’s the purpose for Deborah Alma to set up the Poetry Pharmacy? 2．What made Deborah to have the idea of establishing the Poetry Pharmacy? 3．Decide which part of the following statement is wrong. Underline it and explain why. During the consultations, people share their feelings and worries, so that Deborah can provide conventional prescriptions for them. 4．What other way(s) can you think of to comfort the soul of others? (In about 40 words) 【答案】1．Deborah Alma set up the Poetry Pharmacy to bring poetry closer to people, where poems are prescribed to comfort the soul. 2．Seeing the dusty shelves of an old hardware store which looked like an old pharmacy. 3．During the consultations, people open up about their problems, so that Deborah can provide conventional prescriptions for them. According to the passage, people are asked to share their feelings and worries to get the right poems prescribed for them. So, “During the consultation, people share their feelings and worries, so that they can get the right poems for them.” 4．Listening carefully when others talk and giving sincere advice can also comfort their souls. 【解析】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了在毕晓普斯托福德镇的独特的诗歌药房，包括其创办目的、创办契机、店内服务等。 1．考查细节理解。根据第一段“The founder, Deborah Alma, a poet herself, set up this magical place to bring poetry closer to people, where poems are prescribed to comfort the soul.(创始人黛博拉・阿尔玛本人就是一位诗人，她设立这个神奇的地方是为了让诗歌更贴近人们，在这里，诗歌被当作慰藉心灵的药方)”可知，黛博拉・阿尔玛设立诗歌药房的目的是让诗歌更贴近人们，用诗歌慰藉心灵。故答案为Deborah Alma set up the Poetry Pharmacy to bring poetry closer to people, where poems are prescribed to comfort the soul. 2．考查细节理解。根据第三段“I went there, and looked through the windows — you can see all these dusty shelves of an old hardware store which looked like an old pharmacy. And I said to my husband, ‘Can you imagine all my pill bottles on those shelves? We could have a poetry pharmacy here!’(我去了那里，透过窗户看去 —— 你可以看到旧五金店满是灰尘的架子，看起来就像一个旧药房。然后我对我丈夫说：“你能想象那些架子上放着我所有的药瓶吗？我们可以在这里开一家诗歌药房！”)”可知，是看到旧五金店那看起来像旧药房且满是灰尘的架子，让黛博拉有了建立诗歌药房的想法。故答案为Seeing the dusty shelves of an old hardware store which looked like an old pharmacy. 3．考查细节理解。根据第四段“These consultations are designed similarly to conventional therapy sessions as people are asked to share their feelings and worries to get the right poems prescribed for them.(这些咨询的设计类似于传统的治疗过程，人们被要求分享他们的感受和担忧，以便得到为他们开出的合适的诗歌)”可知，黛博拉提供的是诗歌处方，而不是传统的处方。故答案为During the consultations, people share their feelings and worries, so that Deborah can provide conventional prescriptions for them. According to the passage, people are asked to share their feelings and worries to get the right poems prescribed for them. So, “During the consultation, people share their feelings and worries, so that they can get the right poems for them.” 4．考查开放性试题。在我看来，当别人倾诉时认真倾听并给出真诚建议也能慰藉他们的心灵。故答案为Listening carefully when others talk and giving sincere advice can also comfort their souls. 14 (2025届北京市顺义区高三下学期一模英语试题)阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 The famous marshmallow (棉花糖) test, where children were given the choice between eating one marshmallow immediately or waiting for two later, may have revealed more than just willpower — it might help explain why some people maintain sharper cognitive function as they age. A recent research suggests that the ability to delay satisfaction could help protect people from developing memory or thinking problems. Think of your brain as a muscle that gets stronger with practice. Every time you choose a long-term benefit over immediate pleasure, you’re essentially doing a mental workout. This workout engages particularly the brain area that is responsible for planning, reasoning, and controlling urges. Regularly exercising self-control may help maintain cognitive function. The science behind this connection is fascinating. When we resist immediate rewards, we stimulate “cool” regulation strategies in the rational (理性的) reasoning center of decision-making. In contrast, giving in to immediate satisfaction typically involves “hot” strategies in the brain areas associated with emotional decision-making. The more we practice using these “cool” strategies, the stronger our brain pathways become. This could help delay or prevent memory loss or thinking problems. The good news is that these skills can be developed at any age. Simple strategies like setting specific goals, creating detailed action plans, and using monitoring techniques can help. Also, physical activity plays a particularly important role. Remember, it’s never too late to start building these protective cognitive skills. The key is consistent practice and a conscious (有意识的) effort to make choices that prioritize long-term benefits over immediate rewards. 1．According to the recent research, what could the ability to delay satisfaction help? 2．Which brain area does delayed satisfaction particularly work out? 3．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. As we grow older, we can strengthen our brain pathways that could help delay or prevent memory loss or thinking problems. 4．Please share one of your experiences of delayed satisfaction. （In about 40words） 【答案】1．It could help protect people from developing memory or thinking problems. 2．The brain area that is responsible for planning, reasoning, and controlling urges. 3．As we grow older, we can strengthen our brain pathways that could help delay or prevent memory loss or thinking problems. At any age, we can strengthen our brain pathways that could help delay or prevent memory loss or thinking problems. 4．One day, I really wanted to buy a new game, but I had a test coming up. I decided to wait and study for the test instead. After doing well on the test, I felt more satisfied and rewarded, knowing I had prioritized my responsibilities.（开放性试题，答案合理即可） 【解析】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了延迟满足感可以帮助保护人们不出现记忆或思维问题。 1．考查细节理解。根据第一段“A recent research suggests that the ability to delay satisfaction could help protect people from developing memory or thinking problems.(最近的一项研究表明，延迟满足感的能力可以帮助保护人们不出现记忆或思维问题。)”可知，延迟满足感的能力可以帮助保护人们不出现记忆或思维问题。故答案为It could help protect people from developing memory or thinking problems.。 2．考查细节理解。根据第二段“This workout engages particularly the brain area that is responsible for planning, reasoning, and controlling urges.(这种锻炼特别涉及到负责计划、推理和控制冲动的大脑区域。)”可知，延迟满足感特别锻炼负责计划、推理和控制冲动的大脑区域。故答案为The brain area that is responsible for planning, reasoning, and controlling urges.。 3．考查推理判断。根据第四段“The good news is that these skills can be developed at any age.(好消息是，这些技能可以在任何年龄培养。)”可知，好消息是，在任何年龄，我们都可以加强我们的大脑通路，这有助于延缓或防止记忆丧失或思维问题。故As we grow older错误，应改为At any age。故答案为As we grow older, we can strengthen our brain pathways that could help delay or prevent memory loss or thinking problems. At any age, we can strengthen our brain pathways that could help delay or prevent memory loss or thinking problems.。 4．考查开放性试题。根据第一段“A recent research suggests that the ability to delay satisfaction could help protect people from developing memory or thinking problems.(最近的一项研究表明，延迟满足感的能力可以帮助保护人们不出现记忆或思维问题。)”结合自己延迟满足感的经历，讲述一件延迟满足感的事情。故答案为One day, I really wanted to buy a new game, but I had a test coming up. I decided to wait and study for the$$