Unit 2 Period 3 Developing ideas and Presenting ideas（分层作业）英语外研版2019选择性必修第二册

Unit 2 Period 3 Developing ideas and Presenting ideas分层练习 基础达标 01 能力提升 02 拓展培优 03 一、将下列短语翻译为英文。 1 / 5 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 1.从....到...不同 3.面临 5.处理 7.(钱) 花光；(信用卡)刷爆 9.信用卡 11.与......形成对比 13.花钱大手大脚的人 2.对某事没有障碍 4好好利用 6.零花钱 8.众筹 10.打算做某事 12. 前所未有的重要 14.参加个人理财课 【答案】 1.vary from ... to ... 2. no barrier to sth. 3. be faced with 4. make good use of 5. do with 6. pocket money 7. max out 8. crowd funding 9. credit card 10. intend to do sth. 11. in contrast to 12. unprecedentedly important 13.big spenders 14. take courses in personal finances 二、根据句意及汉语提示写出单词。 1.Fire destroyed several stores in the business （区域）and almost nothing remained afterwards. 2.As he couldn’t accompany her to the shop, he wrote a list of （商品）for her. 3.—How is your new program getting along? —A business owner agreed to （投资）, but somehow, he has changed his mind. 4.We had a discussion yesterday and everyone spoke out their （设想）for our school in the future. 【答案】 1.district 2. items 3. invest 4. vision 三、单句语法填空。 1.It is worth mentioning that the newly-built teaching building has been equipped with advanced audio-visual (equip). 2 Once we see an improvement in the company’s performance, we will think about further (invest). 3.Upon (hear) that she had been awarded the Nobel Prize, she said, “The honour is not just mine.” 4.David was out of breath at the finishing line, saying, “It is owing to your encouragement I can overcome my panic to challenge myself in the cross-country running.” 5.The students are looking forward to having a chance (explore ) society for real-life experience. 6.It is helpful to discuss our problems with our parents, who can offer _________ (value) advice. 【答案】 1.equipment 2. investment 3. hearing 4. that 5. to explore 6.valuable 四、根据汉语意思完成句子 1. _______________, the little girl dropped her toy and rushed to her.   一看到妈妈, 小姑娘就丢下玩具向她跑去。 2. ___________ we used to have meetings.   过去我们开会就在这间房子里。 3. Is there anything __________ for you?   有什么可以为你做的吗? 4. She ___________ plays well, ___________ writes music.   她不仅很会演奏, 而且还会作曲。 5. The purpose of setting up Confucius Institutes around the world is _____________.   在世界各地设立孔子学院的目的是让世界了解中国。 6. the Chinese dockers,the foreign seaman got back the watch he had lost.  在中国码头工人的帮助下,那个外国海员找回了他丢失的手表。 7 .Read them as often as you can to 　　　 　　　　　　understand what you want!  尽可能多地阅读它们,让你有机会了解你想要什么! 8.The police 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　the preservation of public order and security.  警察有责任和义务维护公共秩序和安全。 【答案】 1. On/ Upon seeing her mother 2.It was in the room that 3.that I can do 4.not only, but also 5.to let the world know about China 6.With the help of 7.give you the opportunity to 8.are responsible for 五、语法填空 Self-management includes all the skills that help us control various aspects of our life. This includes the choices we make, our reactions and our ability to prioritize and control our feelings or 1 (think). Deliberate (故意的) self-management lets us take control of the trajectory (轨道) of our life. 2 (broad), we need to think about two things — coming up with a plan, and sticking to it. Without these, it’s hard to achieve any personal goals. Even if we’re not so keen on 3 (achieve) personal goals, self-management is what all employers will be looking for in new hires. 4 more companies going remote, people with good self-management skills are more likely to do their jobs properly without being constantly 5 (watch). For example, in our team, everyone handles a certain part of the business. They hold 6 (them) accountable with very little management on my side. 7 at least, I hope that’s the case. From an employer’s perspective that’s a much more 8 (please) experience. In this scenario (情况), I can try to create meaningful relationships with 9 members rather than be a stereotypical (成见的) boss who micromanages every employee. So, no matter which side you’re on, working on your own or being an employee, self-management skills will determine 10 you can achieve the goals you choose. 【答案】 1．thoughts 2．Broadly 3．achieving 4．With 5．watched 6．themselves 7．Or 8．pleasant/pleasing 9．the 10．if/whether 六、阅读理解 （福建省泉州市 2022-2023 学年高二上学期期末）Most of us spend our lives surrounded by screens, which offer us convenience as well as connection and an ocean of information. But since it’s easy to feel pressured to keep up with every notification, technology may feel more like a burden than a blessing. Thus, the idea of “digital detox” is becoming increasingly inviting. The phrase “digital detox” describes getting rid of TV, phones, computers and other forms of technology that control our lives for a period of time. Some experts advocate completely avoiding unnecessary screen time for 30 years. Others suggest using an app that will limit the amount of time one can spend on certain websites. A third option is logging out in evenings or on weekends. Others simply turn their phones off at scheduled times. Some even pay high prices to take vacations in places where they can unplug from their digital routine. Why might you want to take a digital detox? Perhaps you find that you are spending longer than you intend on certain apps or that they distract you from more important things. Perhaps social media is depressing because you compare yourself to others or you fear missing out on things that other people are enjoying. Constant negative news can also give rise to a lot of stress. Technology can also have physical effects. Many people experience back or neck pain as a result of bending over screens. The blue light coming from most screens can also affect people’s sleep by preventing production of melatonin (褪黑激素). Giving up all screens may not be realistic, but strategic breaks from technology may be good for your body, mind, emotions and relationships. It is high time that you picked a time to turn off your devices and focus on really important things. 1．Why does the author say “technology may feel more like a burden than a blessing” in paragraph 1? A．To confirm a concept. B．To present a problem. C．To explain a rule. D．To make a prediction. 2．What does the underlined word “unplug” in paragraph 2 mean? A．Recover. B．Benefit. C．Escape. D．Suffer. 3．Which could be the reason for one to start “digital detox”? A．Exposure to false news. B．Apps selection difficulty. C．Fear of being left behind. D．Pressure from social comparison. 4．What is the purpose of the text? A．To recommend healthy lifestyles. B．To call for reducing the use of digital devices. C．To give instructions on starting digital detox. D．To present different attitudes to digital products. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．B 【导语】本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了“数字脱瘾”，以及数字产品给我们带来的影响，并呼吁减少数字产品的使用。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段中 “Most of us spend our lives surrounded by screens, which offer us convenience as well as connection and an ocean of information. But since it’s easy to feel pressured to keep up with every notification, technology may feel more like a burden than a blessing.”(我们大多数人的一生都生活在屏幕的包围之中，这些屏幕为我们带来了便利、联系以及海量的信息。但由于人们很容易因要不断关注每一个通知而感到压力重重，所以技术可能给人的感觉更像是一种负担而非福祉)”和第二段中 “The phrase “digital detox” describes getting rid of TV, phones, computers and other forms of technology that control our lives for a period of time.(“数字排毒” 这个短语指的是在一段时间内摆脱电视、手机、电脑和其他掌控我们生活的科技产品)”可知，作者说“技术可能更像是一种负担，而不是一种祝福”是为了呈现问题，引出话题“数字脱瘾”。故选B。 2．词句猜测题。根据第二段中 “The phrase “digital detox” describes getting rid of TV, phones, computers and other forms of technology that control our lives for a period of time.(“数字戒瘾”这个表述指的是暂时停止使用电视、手机、电脑以及其他那些掌控我们生活的科技产品)”可知，“数字脱瘾”是指摆脱电视、电话等数字生活。下文是关于“数字脱瘾”方法的具体介绍，由此猜测，划线词所在句子指的是有些人甚至愿意花高价去那些能让他们摆脱日常数字生活的地方度假，故划线词意思是“摆脱，脱离”的意思。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段中 “Perhaps social media is depressing because you compare yourself to others or you fear missing out on things that other people are enjoying. Constant negative news can also give rise to a lot of stress.” (或许社交媒体让人感到沮丧，是因为你会将自己与他人进行比较，或者你会担心自己会错过别人正在享受的精彩事物。持续不断的负面新闻也会带来大量的压力)”可知，一个人可能开始“数字脱瘾”的原因是把自己和别人比较，也就是来自社会比较的压力。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段中 “Giving up all screens may not be realistic, but strategic breaks from technology may be good for your body, mind, emotions and relationships. It is high time that you picked a time to turn off your devices and focus on really important things.” (完全放弃使用电子设备或许不太现实，但有计划地暂时远离科技产品可能对你的身体、思维、情绪以及人际关系都有好处。是时候选一个时间关掉你的设备，专注于真正重要的事情了)”可知，作者认为是关掉你的设备专注于重要的事情的时候了，可以推测出文章的目的是呼吁减少使用数码设备。故选B。 七、七选五 （重庆市 2025 年模拟预测）How Houseplants Boost Your Mental Health Growing indoor plants is becoming a global wellness trend. A 2025 WHO report shows 68% of the potted plants kept at home are not just for decoration. 1 Studies reveal touching rosemary leaves reduces cortisol (皮质醇) by 19%, while watering orchids activates the same brain regions as meditation. The magic lies in three aspects. 2 Caring for leaves or observing vines creates natural “micro-breaks” from digital screens. This explains why office workers with desk plants report 30% less eye strain. 3 Harvard neuroscientists found that successfully growing plants triggers dopamine (多巴胺) release comparable to completing a crossword puzzle. “Each new leaf gives tangible proof of nurturing skills,” explains Dr. Emma Lin. Surprisingly, plants enhance social bonds. 4 Apartment dwellers who exchange plant cuttings have 45% more neighborhood connections. Community gardens also become spaces for intergenerational storytelling, where elders teach herbal knowledge to children. Starting with low-maintenance plants ensures early successes, which fuels motivation. Even an ordinary plant pot next to your window can be your stress-reliever. Early wins with easy-care plants build confidence. 5 A．Plants offer a natural escape from digital overload. B．For beginners, choose plants matching your lifestyle. C．Seeing your first new leaf is like making a small breakthrough. D．For instance, 73% of plant owners share gardening tips online. E．Urban planners are designing vertical gardens in subway stations. F．They’re actually a curing device to improve emotional well-being. G．Nurturing plants helps to bring about a sense of achievement. 【答案】1．F 2．A 3．G 4．D 5．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章讲述室内植物热潮兴起，世界卫生组织报告显示其不仅用于装饰，还能从缓解数字过载、带来成就感、增强社交等方面改善心理健康。 1．由上文“A 2025 WHO report shows 68% of the potted plants kept at home are not just for decoration. (2025年世界卫生组织的一份报告显示，68%的家庭盆栽植物不仅仅是为了装饰)”可知，空处需说明盆栽的另一作用，F项They’re actually a curing device to improve emotional well-being. (它们实际上是改善情绪健康的治愈工具)，“curing device”“emotional well-being”呼应后文“减压、激活大脑区域”的研究结果，形成“数据→结论”的逻辑衔接。故选F项。 2．由下文“Caring for leaves or observing vines creates natural ‘micro-breaks’ from digital screens. (照料树叶或观察藤蔓为数字屏幕带来自然的‘微休息’)”可知，此处需总述植物对“数字过载”的缓解作用，A项Plants offer a natural escape from digital overload. (植物提供了一种摆脱数字过载的自然方式)中的“digital overload”对应“digital screens”，“natural escape”概括“micro-breaks”的本质，统领该段“缓解眼疲劳”的例证。故选A项。 3．由下文“Harvard neuroscientists found that successfully growing plants triggers dopamine (多巴胺) release comparable to completing a crossword puzzle. (哈佛神经科学家发现，成功种植植物会触发多巴胺释放，相当于完成一个填字游戏)”可知，此处需点明“种植植物带来成就感”，G项Nurturing plants helps to bring about a sense of achievement. (培育植物有助于带来成就感)中的“sense of achievement”对应“dopamine release”（多巴胺与成就感相关），“nurturing plants”复现后文“successfully growing plants”，形成“观点→研究证据”的结构。故选G项。 4．由上文“Surprisingly, plants enhance social bonds (植物增强社会联系)”可知，此处需举例说明社交互动场景，D项For instance, 73% of plant owners share gardening tips online. (例如，73% 的植物主人在网上分享园艺技巧)通过“For instance”引出具体数据，“share gardening tips online”体现“社交纽带”，与后文“交换植物插条、社区花园”共同构成多维度例证。故选D项。 5．由上文“Starting with low-maintenance plants ensures early successes, which fuels motivation. (从低维护植物开始确保早期成功，这会激发动力)”可知，此处需强调“早期成功”的具体体现，C项Seeing your first new leaf is like making a small breakthrough. (看到你的第一片新叶就像取得一个小突破)中的“first new leaf”具象化“early successes”，“small breakthrough”呼应“build confidence”，以类比手法强化“低维护植物带来积极反馈”的逻辑。故选C项。 八、完形填空 （浙江省杭州市 2024-2025 学年高二上学期期末）Once upon a time a psychology professor walked around on a stage while teaching stress management principles to an auditorium filled with 1 . As she raised a glass of water, everyone 2 they’d be asked the typical “glass half empty or glass half full” question. 3 , with a smile on her face, the professor asked, “How heavy is this glass of water I’m holding?” Students 4 out answers ranging from eight ounces to a couple pounds. She replied. “From my 5 , the absolute weight of this glass doesn’t 6 . It all depends on how 7 I hold it. If I hold it for a minute or two, it’s 8 light. If I hold it for an hour 9 , its weight might make my arm ache a little. If I hold it for a day straight, my arm will likely cramp up and feel completely numb and paralyzed, forcing me to 10 the glass to the floor. In each 11 , the weight of the glass doesn’t change, but the longer I hold it, the 12 it feels to me.” As the class 13 their heads in agreement, she continued, “Your stresses and worries in life are very much like this glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them bit-longer and you begin to 14 a little. Think about them all day long, and you will feel completely numb and paralyzed- 15 of doing anything else until you drop them.” 1．A．students B．teachers C．professors D．audience 2．A．feared B．hoped C．expected D．wished 3．A．Regardless B．Interestingly C．Curiously D．Instead 4．A．shouted B．handed C．reached D．left 5．A．way B．perspective C．opinion D．idea 6．A．say B．exist C．count D．matter 7．A．far B．heavy C．long D．difficult 8．A．fairly B．hardly C．scarcely D．understandably 9．A．narrow B．straight C．near D．close 10．A．throw B．fail C．loosen D．drop 11．A．method B．solution C．case D．picture 12．A．lighter B．wealthier C．quicker D．heavier 13．A．turned B．nodded C．raised D．shook 14．A．change B．feel C．mean D．ache 15．A．incapable B．unthinkable C．unreliable D．unbelievable 【答案】 1．A 2．C 3．D 4．A 5．B 6．D 7．C 8．A 9．B 10．D 11．C 12．D 13．B 14．D 15．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。心理学教授借一杯水阐释压力管理，指出压力如持水，时长决定感受，告诫人们勿让压力压垮自己 。 1．考查名词词义辨析。句意：从前，一位心理学教授在一个坐满学生的礼堂里一边在讲台上踱步，一边教授压力管理原则。A. students学生；B. teachers老师；C. professors教授；D. audience观众。根据下文 “As she raised a glass of water, everyone 2 they’d be asked the typical ‘glass half empty or glass half full’ question”以及 “Students 4 out answers ranging from eight ounces to a couple pounds”可知，教授在授课，所以礼堂里是学生。故选A项。 2．考查动词词义辨析。句意：当她举起一杯水时，每个人都预料他们会被问到典型的“杯子是半满还是半空”的问题。A. feared害怕；B. hoped希望；C. expected预料；D. wished希望。根据下文 “they’d be asked the typical ‘glass half empty or glass half full’ question”以及语境，教授举起一杯水，大家觉得接下来会被问到常见的关于杯子状态的问题，所以是预料到会这样。故选C项。 3．考查副词词义辨析。句意：相反，教授面带微笑地问道：“我拿着的这杯水有多重？”A. Regardless不管怎样；B. Interestingly有趣地；C. Curiously好奇地；D. Instead相反。由上文 “the typical ‘glass half empty or glass half full’question”以及语境可知，前面大家预料会被问关于杯子半空半满的问题，后面教授问的是水的重量，与大家预料的不同，所以是“相反”。故选D项。 4．考查动词词义辨析。句意：学生们喊出了从八盎司到几磅不等的答案。A. shouted喊；B. handed传递；C. reached到达；D. left离开。根据下文 “answers ranging from eight ounces to a couple pounds”以及语境可知，学生们是在课堂上大声喊出答案。故选A项。 5．考查名词词义辨析。句意：从我的角度来看，这杯水的绝对重量并不重要。A. way方式；B. perspective角度；C. opinion观点；D. idea想法。根据下文 “the absolute weight of this glass doesn’t 6” 以及语境可知，这里是说从教授自己的角度来讲，不在乎水的重量。from one’s perspective表示“从某人的角度”，符合语境。故选B项。 6．考查动词词义辨析。句意：从我的角度来看，这杯水的绝对重量并不重要。A. say说；B. exist存在；C. count数数；D. matter重要。根据下文 “It all depends on how 7 I hold it”可知，这里指水的绝对重量不重要，重要的是拿着水的时长。故选D项。 7．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这完全取决于我拿着它多长时间。A. far远的；B. heavy重的；C. long长的；D. difficult困难的。根据下文 “If I hold it for a minute or two, it’s 8 light. If I hold it for an hour 9 its weight might make my arm ache a little.”可知，这里强调的是拿着水的时间长短。故选C项。 8．考查副词词义辨析。句意：如果我拿着它一两分钟，它相当轻。A. fairly相当；B. hardly几乎不；C. scarcely几乎不；D. understandably可以理解地。根据下文 “If I hold it for an hour .., its weight might make my arm ache a little”以及语境可知，相对与后面一两个小时，拿着一两分钟，水是相当轻的。故选A项。 9．考查副词词义辨析。句意：如果我连续拿着它一个小时，它的重量可能会让我的手臂有点疼。A. narrow狭窄地；B. straight连续地；C. near近地；D. close紧密地。根据下文 “If I hold it for a day straight”以及语境可知，这里是说连续拿着一个小时，straight有“连续地”意思，符合语境。故选B项。 10．考查动词词义辨析。句意：如果我连续一整天都拿着它，我的手臂可能会抽筋，感觉完全麻木和瘫痪，迫使我把杯子掉在地上。A. throw扔；B. fail失败；C. loosen松开；D. drop掉落。根据上文 “my arm will likely cramp up and feel completely numb and paralyzed”可知，手臂麻木瘫痪，就会迫使杯子掉落在地上。故选D项。 11．考查名词词义辨析。句意：在每种情况下，杯子的重量都没有改变，但我拿的时间越长，它对我来说就感觉越重。A. method方法；B. solution解决办法；C. case情况；D. picture图片。根据上文 “If I hold it for a minute or two”、 “If I hold it for an hour”和 “If I hold it for a day straight”可知，这里分别描述了拿一两分钟、一个小时、一整天的情况，所以是说在每种情况下。故选C项。 12．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：在每种情况下，杯子的重量都没有改变，但我拿的时间越长，它对我来说就感觉越重。A. lighter更轻的；B. wealthier更富有的；C. quicker更快的；D. heavier更重的。根据上文 “the weight of the glass doesn’t change”以及but表转折可知，虽然杯子重量没有变，但是拿的时间越长，手臂反应越大，感觉杯子就更重。故选D项。 13．考查动词词义辨析。句意：当全班同学点头表示同意时，她继续说道：“你们生活中的压力和烦恼很像这杯水。”A. turned转动；B. nodded点头；C. raised举起；D. shook摇晃。根据下文 “in agreement”以及语境可知，这里指同学们是点头 表示同意教授的说法。故选B项。 14．考查动词词义辨析。句意：再多想一会儿，你就会开始有点疼。A. change改变；B. feel感觉；C. mean意味着；D. ache疼痛。根据上文 “If I hold it for an hour 9 its weight might make my arm ache a little”可知，将压力比作水，拿久了手臂会疼，这里是说想压力久了也会像手臂那样疼。故选D项。 15．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：整天想着它们，你会感到完全麻木和瘫痪 —— 无法做任何其他事情，直到你放下它们。A. incapable无能力的；B. unthinkable不可想象的；C. unreliable不可靠的；D. unbelievable难以置信的。根据上文 “feel completely numb and paralyzed”可知，麻木瘫痪就无法做其他事情，be incapable of表示“无能力做……”，符合语境。故选A项。 $$Unit 2 Period 3 Developing ideas and Presenting ideas分层练习 基础达标 01 能力提升 02 拓展培优 03 一、将下列短语翻译为英文。 1 / 5 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 1.从....到...不同 3.面临 5.处理 7.(钱) 花光；(信用卡)刷爆 9.信用卡 11.与......形成对比 13.花钱大手大脚的人 2.对某事没有障碍 4好好利用 6.零花钱 8.众筹 10.打算做某事 12. 前所未有的重要 14.参加个人理财课 二、根据句意及汉语提示写出单词。 1.Fire destroyed several stores in the business （区域）and almost nothing remained afterwards. 2.As he couldn’t accompany her to the shop, he wrote a list of （商品）for her. 3.—How is your new program getting along? —A business owner agreed to （投资）, but somehow, he has changed his mind. 4.We had a discussion yesterday and everyone spoke out their （设想）for our school in the future. 三、单句语法填空。 1.It is worth mentioning that the newly-built teaching building has been equipped with advanced audio-visual (equip). 2 Once we see an improvement in the company’s performance, we will think about further (invest). 3.Upon (hear) that she had been awarded the Nobel Prize, she said, “The honour is not just mine.” 4.David was out of breath at the finishing line, saying, “It is owing to your encouragement I can overcome my panic to challenge myself in the cross-country running.” 5.The students are looking forward to having a chance (explore ) society for real-life experience. 6.It is helpful to discuss our problems with our parents, who can offer _________ (value) advice. 四、根据汉语意思完成句子 1. _______________, the little girl dropped her toy and rushed to her.   一看到妈妈, 小姑娘就丢下玩具向她跑去。 2. ___________ we used to have meetings.   过去我们开会就在这间房子里。 3. Is there anything __________ for you?   有什么可以为你做的吗? 4. She ___________ plays well, ___________ writes music.   她不仅很会演奏, 而且还会作曲。 5. The purpose of setting up Confucius Institutes around the world is _____________.   在世界各地设立孔子学院的目的是让世界了解中国。 6. the Chinese dockers, the foreign seaman got back the watch he had lost.  在中国码头工人的帮助下,那个外国海员找回了他丢失的手表。 7 .Read them as often as you can to 　　　 　　　　　　understand what you want!  尽可能多地阅读它们,让你有机会了解你想要什么! 8.The police 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　the preservation of public order and security.  警察有责任和义务维护公共秩序和安全。 五、语法填空 Self-management includes all the skills that help us control various aspects of our life. This includes the choices we make, our reactions and our ability to prioritize and control our feelings or 1 (think). Deliberate (故意的) self-management lets us take control of the trajectory (轨道) of our life. 2 (broad), we need to think about two things — coming up with a plan, and sticking to it. Without these, it’s hard to achieve any personal goals. Even if we’re not so keen on 3 (achieve) personal goals, self-management is what all employers will be looking for in new hires. 4 more companies going remote, people with good self-management skills are more likely to do their jobs properly without being constantly 5 (watch). For example, in our team, everyone handles a certain part of the business. They hold 6 (them) accountable with very little management on my side. 7 at least, I hope that’s the case. From an employer’s perspective that’s a much more 8 (please) experience. In this scenario (情况), I can try to create meaningful relationships with 9 members rather than be a stereotypical (成见的) boss who micromanages every employee. So, no matter which side you’re on, working on your own or being an employee, self-management skills will determine 10 you can achieve the goals you choose. 六、阅读理解 （福建省泉州市 2022-2023 学年高二上学期期末）Most of us spend our lives surrounded by screens, which offer us convenience as well as connection and an ocean of information. But since it’s easy to feel pressured to keep up with every notification, technology may feel more like a burden than a blessing. Thus, the idea of “digital detox” is becoming increasingly inviting. The phrase “digital detox” describes getting rid of TV, phones, computers and other forms of technology that control our lives for a period of time. Some experts advocate completely avoiding unnecessary screen time for 30 years. Others suggest using an app that will limit the amount of time one can spend on certain websites. A third option is logging out in evenings or on weekends. Others simply turn their phones off at scheduled times. Some even pay high prices to take vacations in places where they can unplug from their digital routine. Why might you want to take a digital detox? Perhaps you find that you are spending longer than you intend on certain apps or that they distract you from more important things. Perhaps social media is depressing because you compare yourself to others or you fear missing out on things that other people are enjoying. Constant negative news can also give rise to a lot of stress. Technology can also have physical effects. Many people experience back or neck pain as a result of bending over screens. The blue light coming from most screens can also affect people’s sleep by preventing production of melatonin (褪黑激素). Giving up all screens may not be realistic, but strategic breaks from technology may be good for your body, mind, emotions and relationships. It is high time that you picked a time to turn off your devices and focus on really important things. 1．Why does the author say “technology may feel more like a burden than a blessing” in paragraph 1? A．To confirm a concept. B．To present a problem. C．To explain a rule. D．To make a prediction. 2．What does the underlined word “unplug” in paragraph 2 mean? A．Recover. B．Benefit. C．Escape. D．Suffer. 3．Which could be the reason for one to start “digital detox”? A．Exposure to false news. B．Apps selection difficulty. C．Fear of being left behind. D．Pressure from social comparison. 4．What is the purpose of the text? A．To recommend healthy lifestyles. B．To call for reducing the use of digital devices. C．To give instructions on starting digital detox. D．To present different attitudes to digital products. 七、七选五 （重庆市 2025 年模拟预测）How Houseplants Boost Your Mental Health Growing indoor plants is becoming a global wellness trend. A 2025 WHO report shows 68% of the potted plants kept at home are not just for decoration. 1 Studies reveal touching rosemary leaves reduces cortisol (皮质醇) by 19%, while watering orchids activates the same brain regions as meditation. The magic lies in three aspects. 2 Caring for leaves or observing vines creates natural “micro-breaks” from digital screens. This explains why office workers with desk plants report 30% less eye strain. 3 Harvard neuroscientists found that successfully growing plants triggers dopamine (多巴胺) release comparable to completing a crossword puzzle. “Each new leaf gives tangible proof of nurturing skills,” explains Dr. Emma Lin. Surprisingly, plants enhance social bonds. 4 Apartment dwellers who exchange plant cuttings have 45% more neighborhood connections. Community gardens also become spaces for inter-generational storytelling, where elders teach herbal knowledge to children. Starting with low-maintenance plants ensures early successes, which fuels motivation. Even an ordinary plant pot next to your window can be your stress-reliever. Early wins with easy-care plants build confidence. 5 A．Plants offer a natural escape from digital overload. B．For beginners, choose plants matching your lifestyle. C．Seeing your first new leaf is like making a small breakthrough. D．For instance, 73% of plant owners share gardening tips online. E．Urban planners are designing vertical gardens in subway stations. F．They’re actually a curing device to improve emotional well-being. G．Nurturing plants helps to bring about a sense of achievement. 八、完形填空 （浙江省杭州市 2024-2025 学年高二上学期期末）Once upon a time a psychology professor walked around on a stage while teaching stress management principles to an auditorium filled with 1 . As she raised a glass of water, everyone 2 they’d be asked the typical “glass half empty or glass half full” question. 3 , with a smile on her face, the professor asked, “How heavy is this glass of water I’m holding?” Students 4 out answers ranging from eight ounces to a couple pounds. She replied. “From my 5 , the absolute weight of this glass doesn’t 6 . It all depends on how 7 I hold it. If I hold it for a minute or two, it’s 8 light. If I hold it for an hour 9 , its weight might make my arm ache a little. If I hold it for a day straight, my arm will likely cramp up and feel completely numb and paralyzed, forcing me to 10 the glass to the floor. In each 11 , the weight of the glass doesn’t change, but the longer I hold it, the 12 it feels to me.” As the class 13 their heads in agreement, she continued, “Your stresses and worries in life are very much like this glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them bit-longer and you begin to 14 a little. Think about them all day long, and you will feel completely numb and paralyzed- 15 of doing anything else until you drop them.” 1．A．students B．teachers C．professors D．audience 2．A．feared B．hoped C．expected D．wished 3．A．Regardless B．Interestingly C．Curiously D．Instead 4．A．shouted B．handed C．reached D．left 5．A．way B．perspective C．opinion D．idea 6．A．say B．exist C．count D．matter 7．A．far B．heavy C．long D．difficult 8．A．fairly B．hardly C．scarcely D．understandably 9．A．narrow B．straight C．near D．close 10．A．throw B．fail C．loosen D．drop 11．A．method B．solution C．case D．picture 12．A．lighter B．wealthier C．quicker D．heavier 13．A．turned B．nodded C．raised D．shook 14．A．change B．feel C．mean D．ache 15．A．incapable B．unthinkable C．unreliable D．unbelievable $$