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专题02 阅读还原3大常考话题 话题1 学校生活 话题2 社会行为 话题3 语言学习 1 / 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 话题1 学校生活 Passage 1 How to Choose the Right School Club Choosing the right school club can significantly improve the quality your high school experience. 1    Know Your Interests Start by considering your hobbies, passions, and academic interests. Do you enjoy writing? The school newspaper might be the right fit. Are you passionate (热情的) about helping others? 2 Selecting a club that matches your interests will keep you motivated and engaged. Consider Your Goals 3 Are you looking to develop new skills, build leadership experience, or simply have fun with friends? Different clubs offer different benefits, so it’s important to choose one that matches your goals. For example, if you’re aiming to improve your public speaking skills, joining the Debate Club might be a great option. Manage Your Time While it can be tempting (诱惑) to join various clubs, 4 Balancing schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and personal time is key to avoiding burnout. Choose one or two clubs that you are truly passionate about, rather than spreading yourself too thin. 5 Finally, don’t hesitate to step out of your comfort zone. High school is a time to explore new interests and discover new talents. If a club piques (激发) your curiosity, give it a try — you might find a new passion that you never expected! A．Don’t Be too Curious B．Don’t Be Afraid to Try Something New C．it’s important to consider your schedule. D．it’s necessary to consider your hobbies. E．A community service club could be perfect for you. F．Here are some tips to help you make the best choice. G．Think about what you hope to achieve by joining a club. Passage 2 Studying longer does not necessarily mean studying better. 6 Below are some great ways of learning as much as you can without getting too stressed. Find the right place to study. The first thing you need to do is avoid distractions (分散注意力的事物) while studying. 7 You should keep away from television sets and phone calls. Get all of your study materials together, so you will not be interrupted in the middle of your session. Break down the tasks into smaller parts. When you have gotten everything ready, list the items you need to study, and arrange them across several hours or days, depending on how big your load is. As a general rule, assign (分配) at least one hour to each subject. 8 By doing this, you will be able to know more easily how long you need for each topic. Schedule study breaks. When you have listed all of your tasks and made a schedule, you should arrange study breaks. 9 This will give your eyes some time to rest, and yourself a chance to go to the bathroom or have some coffee. Scheduled breaks will reduce the need for you to interrupt yourself to the lowest level during the study session. Put your tasks in order of importance. 10 Just in case you run out of time to study, or if you think you do not have enough time to cover all topics, you should study in an order. A．Each break may take about 15 minutes every two hours. B．Learn to arrange the subjects in order of importance. C．This means going to one place that will give you peace and quiet. D．The key to efficient studying is following the schedule strictly. E．You can find a way to test your knowledge by having a study partner. F．If you have a broad subject, you will need to break it down into smaller parts. G．To make the best use of your time, you need to learn how to study efficiently(高效地). Passage 3 Everyone wants to perform well at school. Add these tips to your life and you should be on your way to being a top student! 11 I cannot stress how important it is to pay attention to what your teacher is teaching you. Take part in class discussions if you have something worth adding. Pay attention during class, in particular during lectures. Taking notes is important. You don’t need to write down every single word your teacher says but write down what he or she writes on the board, or any special fact you think you might need for a test. 12 In this way, it will help you learn more effectively by actually thinking about what you are writing. Don’t skip school.You will be missing out on stuff. 13 However, you will have more work and you have missed lectures. Also, try not to be late for class. It’s most likely that your teacher won’t appreciate it and you will get yourself behind. 14 If you have an “I don’t care about school or this class” attitude, then teachers will be less willing to help you with problems or offer you extra credit. The same goes for lazy attitude. Have a respectful attitude to the teacher and other students. Try not to laugh when other students make mistakes. Always ask questions. 15 If you don’t understand, ask someone. Read your textbook and notes, and then if that fails, seek help. Ask a teacher, friend, classmate, parent, etc. Get a tutor if you need one. A．Be prepared. B．Write in your own words. C．Pay attention to everything the teacher says. D．Staying organised will be helpful. E．There is no shame in needing some help. F．It is true that you could make up the work. G．Keep a good attitude towards things. Passage 4 Have you ever wondered what an American high school is really like? 16 A typical American high school has several large buildings and enough space for about 1,500 students. 17 When students first arrive at school, they go straight to their lockers (寄存柜，有锁存物柜) to put away or get their textbooks and to hang up their outdoor clothes. As American textbooks are expensive, students would rather rent than buy them. 18 American students have different types of school transport. They usually take a yellow school bus or walk to school if they live close enough. 19 When they turn 16 years of age, most take a free driving class at school for one term. If students earn passing grades in the class and also pass their state driver’s exam, they can begin driving themselves to school. 20 They must take science, math, English and social studies. They can choose art, homemaking, fashion design and other classes. In some schools students are required to take one or more of the following special classes: health education, physical education or foreign language studies. Students move to different classrooms for each subject. This is because each teacher has their own classroom. There is a five-minute break between classes, to give the students the time to hurry to their next class. The regular school day usually ends early in the afternoon. After school more than half of the students are involved in after-school activities. These activities include sports-especially football, basketball, baseball and soccer or clubs, such as yearbook, speech, school newspaper, photograph or student government. A．Every student is given a locker. B．Each day, students take six or seven classes. C．Sometimes their parents drive them to school. D．Students must pay back if they lost any of them. E．Because each teacher has their own classroom. F．In some schools students are required to take some special subjects. G．This article will describe a typical American high school and its students. Passage 5 Starting the high school life can be a big challenge for many students, but with the right strategies, it can be a smooth change. 21 . Get organized One of the first things you need to do is get organized. 22 . Keeping track of your assignments, tests, and extracurricular activities will help you manage your time wisely. Setting aside regular time for studying, breaking tasks into manageable parts, and finding a study environment that works for you will make your study and school life easier. Join clubs and activities Joining clubs and activities is a great way to meet new people and find like- minded peers (同龄人). Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try new things. It can also help you discover new interests and passions. 23 . Seek help when needed 24 . Remember, it’s okay to ask for help; no one expects you to know everything. Don’t be afraid to ask teachers, counselors, or peers for help when you need it. Recognizing when you need help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Seeking help can provide you with new perspectives (视角；观点) and solutions that you might not have considered on your own. 25 High school is a time for exploration and self- discovery. It’s important to remember that everyone is in the same boat and that it’s okay to make mistakes as you learn and grow. Being receptive to different perspectives and backgrounds can help you understand and appreciate the diversity (多样性) in your new class. A．Stay positive and open- minded B．Focus on your progress rather than mistakes C．The first step is to create a schedule or a plan D．It’s completely normal to feel at a loss at times E．Hopefully, here are some benefits of right strategies to make it smooth F．Here are some tips to help you make your first year of high school successful G．Every new experience is an opportunity to learn more about yourself and the world around you Passage 6 How to Become a Top Student Successful students use different skills to study, which brings them more success. 26 Here are the four skills almost all top-performing students use. They have clear goals. All top-performing students have clear, specific goals. 27 They motivate you and drive you to study more. But make sure that you do not get carried away. Set realistic goals which can challenge you, but do not seem impossible or too difficult to achieve. They are regular. Almost all successful students study regularly, because they know “what you give is what you get”. If you put in regular hours of studying, then you will learn more and get better grades. 28 This will help you to study regularly. They study without pressure（压力）. Successful students study a lot. But they study without pushing themselves too much. Most students make the mistake of studying too hard or studying continuously for a long time. 29 Studying should be done in a balanced manner. Take a break for a few minutes, after studying for 30 or 45 minutes. Relax, walk around your house, or drink some water and return to studying. Such short breaks will refresh your brain and you will learn more effectively. 30 Studying is not something you do just because your parents ask you to do it. It’s really very important for you. Studying gives you knowledge and ability that will remain with you for the rest of your life. It gives you the chance to get a job and earn money. And successful students recognize the value of studying well. A．They give importance to study. B．They finish their homework on time. C．Learn their skills, and you will also join their rank. D．Having such goals gives you the power to study better. E．Set aside some hours, each day or each week, for studying. F．This creates pressure and slows down learning and memory. G．But to score A grade , you should make well-planned efforts. Passage 7 According to a recent study, most people hold the strong belief that much imagination has gone away. 31 Everyone has imagination, but most of us forget how to make use of it once we become older and older. Creativity isn’t always concerned with great works of art or ideas. People at work and in their free time typically think of creative ways to solve problems. 32 Make connections. It involves taking unrelated ideas and trying to find connections between them. 33 Then find an image, for example, a candle. Write down all the ideas associated with candles and then connect the ideas with the job you have to do. So imagine you want to buy a friend a unique gift. You could buy him tickets to a match or take him out for the night. Set no limits. Imagine that normal limitations do not exist. You have as much imagination as you want. 34 If your aim is to learn to ski, for instance, you can now practice skiing every day. Now apply this to reality. Maybe you can practice skiing every day in December, or every Monday in January. 35 Look at the situation from a different point of view. Good writers always use this technique. Fiction writers often imagine they are the characters in their books. If your goal involves other people, put yourself in their positions. As an old saying goes, the best fishermen think like fish! A．Be someone else. B．In fact, they are mistaken. C．Do something different from others. D．This may affect your work and your life. E．Here are some ways to fire your imagination. F．Think about the problem to solve or the job to do. G．Consider your goal and the new possibilities carefully. 话题2 社会行为 Passage 1 Apologizing is how we live in peace with others, yet few of us know how to do it well — and not defensively. Just as often, apologies don’t happen at all out of fear that they’ll be uncomfortable or ineffective. 1 They help solidify(使变稳固) relationships and mend trust, both of which can lower stress and improve mental health. If you’re ready for your fault, here are four key s to apologizing well. 1. 2 Apologies are better late than early, says Cindy Hantz, a social psychologist who has researched how timing influences apology effectiveness. “What we found is that people usually tend to offer an apology as soon as possible,” she says. “It’s an effort to shut the whole incident down. You can’t deliver an effective apology until the injured person believes that you fully understand what you did wrong. If the apology comes before that, it’s not going to be seen as sincere.” 2. Accept responsibility. Why should you apologize if you’re both at fault? 3 “But I like to encourage people to really focus on taking responsibility for the parts of the conflict that they’re responsible for.” Schumann says. Calling attention to the fact that we’re also hurt is normal, but save it for later on in the conversation. 3. Be clear about how you plan to repair things. One of the core elements of an apology is making reparations. That will be possible in a direct way: You broke their favorite wineglass? Buy them a new one. Spilled coffee on their new dress? Pay for the dry cleaning. 4 It’s important for the other person to hear that this is not going to continue... and they can trust you to improve your behavior in the future. 4. Don’t expect forgiveness. An apology is a starting point. Particularly with severe faults, the person wronged will often need time and space to heal. Schumann suggests saying like this: “I understand this isn’t going to fix everything, and I want to continue to do whatever I can to make up for my mistake. I hope that even if you’re not ready to forgive me, 5 ” A．Don’t rush into it. B．Start with specific words. C．it’s important not to pressure them. D．That’s exactly the problem many people struggle with. E．you’re open to working with me to get us to a point where we can move forward. F．Sometimes you can’t repair what’s happened, but you can think about the relationship moving forward. G．But sincere apologies bring a host of benefits to the person delivering the message and the one receiving it. Passage 2 How many times have you shrunk yourself because you fear being judged? There is a term in social psychology called the ‘spotlight effect’. 6 The reality is that everyone is so concerned about their own life that they rarely spend much time thinking about ours. I have a folder in my laptop where I keep encouraging messages for myself. I want to share one I come back to often: Don’t let others stand in the way of your success. 7 These people are everywhere, and they may feel impactful in the present moment, but they will not matter soon enough as you progress in your journey. This is your life so stop letting other people decide it for you. 8 We tell ourselves “I can’t do this” or “I am not good enough” or “there is too much competition”. I think it’s a sign of courage and confidence to go for something that is scary, uncertain, and difficult. So, If your heart is set on doing something that you truly believe in-go for it. If it doesn’t work, at least you tried. Find the strength to really believe that you belong in every room you walk into. What you have to say is just as important as anyone else in that room. Most importantly, remind yourself that confidence doesn’t happen in leaps. 9 . Consciously do the work every day until you truly believe that you belong in every room you walk into. Do the same for yourself as you do for others—reflect on your best qualities, celebrate your strengths, make yourself laugh, treat yourself to things, nurture your own happiness. 10 Just remember to serve yourself from time to time the same way you serve others. To truly give the world your best, you must also treat yourself as your best self. A．They keep me grounded and focused. B．It is slowly learned in small baby steps. C．If you’re not ready to step out, it’s fine. D．A lot of us tend to play it safe because we fear failing. E．Your positive light helps those around you feel cared for. F．It refers to our tendency to overestimate others’ attention to us. G．There will be many people who will decide you can’t do something. Passage 3 Every summer holiday, there are always many drowning (溺死) accidents. Especially, swimming in the wild is extremely dangerous. 11 . Surprisingly, in many drowning accidents, a large proportion (比例) of drowning deaths are able to swim. The main reason is that people who can’t swim have a fear of water. 12 . But the person that can swim is otherwise. 13 and likes to enter water, appearing occasionally so nervous for unusual condition. If nobody rescues, accident may happen. 14 . Don’t make the mistake of thinking that drowning deaths are mostly swimmers. The truth is that the vast majority (大部分的) of accidental drowning are those who cannot swim. An extra skill will give you an extra chance to save yourself in the event of an accident. The improvement of swimming skills lies in practice. The only proper place for practice is a swimming pool with coaches and ambulance people present. Good advice to prevent drowning: 15 . A．He is not afraid of water B．Swimming is good for your health C．Most accidents happen right there D．They don’t want to go near dangerous waters E．Master swimming skills and never swim in the wild F．However, we cannot think learning to swim is useless for this reason G．Common swimming strokes (泳姿) are breaststroke, freestyle, and backstroke Passage 4 It takes time to really get to know someone, but first impressions often determine whether someone is willing to spend more time learning about you. In fact, people’s first impressions are made within seven seconds of meeting someone new. 16 Show respect. People want to feel respected before they show you the same respect. 17 Be sure to treat everyone around you well, because it shows a lot about who you are. Be enthusiastic. 18 Don’t be afraid to show that you are interested in someone. In fact, people often see passion (激情) as a charming sign of strength and inspiration. Showing your enthusiasm by smiling or using friendly humor will make you seem easygoing. 19 Body language is as important as your words to first impressions. Make sure your posture is good, make strong eye can tact (眼神接触) and try to express your interest in others. Try to avoid the bad days. If something unfortunate happens, you don’t have to follow a scheduled meeting on the day. 20 Let them know you don’t want unfavorable things to affect them. It’ll show your ability to communicate effectively. A．Make others feel lucky. B．Instead, you can set another time. C．Pay attention to your body language. D．Show interest in the person you meet. E．When you go out for dinner, be polite to waiters. F．Be polite and show manners with “please” and “thank you”. G．Here are some tips on how to make a good first impression. Passage 5 Forget privacy, young internet users want to be tracked On every smartphone there sits a tracker’s paradise (乐园) of location data ready to be shared. 21 And this tech is marketed as convenient, not frightening. What is an acceptable level of online surveillance (监视)? I had assumed we all agreed that the ideal was none. 22 A quick enquiry on my friends found that those who were, like me, in their 40s and older either had no idea they could use their phone in this way or had relatively little interest in doing so. But friends a decade or so younger all seem to be tracking one another at will. They don’t find the idea of monitoring or being monitored in this way upsetting. They say it makes them feel safer. 23 It is just that they are realistic about the privacy that is available. They know that if you own a smartphone and don’t want to disable useful things like maps, then your location is already being watched. If app creators, smartphone makers and ad companies are already tracking your location, then why not share the information with people you know? If you want to start tracking the people you know, then there are some rules involved. It’s fine to use tracking to check that a friend has got home safely at the end of a night out, for example, but not to surprise them on the street. And think carefully about whom you share data with. 24 Location tracking as a safety measure, particularly for elderly parents and children, is appealing. 25 Once you grow comfortable sharing your location with your family and friends, perhaps one day you’ll be happy to share it with your employer or even government agencies. A．It is for family and close friends only, not new dates. B．But the truth is how popular it is depends on your age. C．Location sharing has been around for more than a decade. D．The risk is that if you do it too often, it will be hard to turn around. E．After all, no one will find it comfortable to be watched all the time. F．This is not because they are blind to the importance of online privacy. G．Location tracking is so precise that it can locate one person in a crowd. 话题3 语言学习 Passage 1 Learn how to improve spoken English with our five quick tips. Repeat the language! Repeat words and sentences over and over again until you can say them really fluently. 1 The more you say it, the more it becomes fixed in your brain, and then later when you’re speaking, it’ll come out naturally. 2 First, write out in note form the story you want to tell, and then using those notes, practise telling the story. Now this story could be something that happened to you or from a magazine. Just choose whatever you want, and practise telling it. Memorise language! 3 You can do this by writing them out, or by speaking them out loud so that you’ll be speaking normally. And the more you do this, the more they’ll stick in your mind. Simultaneous (同步的) speaking! Simultaneous speaking--it sounds difficult but it’s quite easy. And it’s something as easy as, you take an audio file(音频文件), and you listen along to it, and as you listen to it, you read it at the same time. 4 So, you’re trying to copy the intonation (语调), the pronunciation, the word stress(重音), and the sentence stress. Practise forming questions! Look at a sentence and see if you can change that into a question. 5 So, for example, when seeing the sentence, “She’s seen the film,” you need to change it into the question, “Has she seen the film?” And the more you do this, the more fluent and quicker you’ll get at making questions. A．Listen to English! B．Practise telling stories! C．But you can read your coursebook or a magazine. D．Try and remember as many phrases and expressions as you can. E．Making questions is quite difficult if you haven’t been practising it. F．For example, say “I went to the shops, I went to the shops” repeatedly. G．And as you read it, you try to say it at the same time as the other person speaking. Passage 2 English is one of the most widely spoken languages — it is guessed that nearly two billion people worldwide can speak English at the level of proficiency (熟练) in usage. 6 A report by the British Council shows the importance of the English language to the world. 7 It also recognizes how being able to speak English can give individuals a large advantage over others. If you want to know why you should learn English, read on. 8 Because of the number of English speakers in the world, many international companies choose English as their language for business use. Well-known companies are using English in the workplace and it’s not a moment too soon. Using the language is helping them to make communication easier and make their businesses more efficient. The idea of learning English has widely been accepted as the best practice. Some programs are in place to promote this, such as the “Right to Read” campaign (运动 ) in India. 9 They listen to a voice with an Indian accent reading from their textbook, and every spoken word is showed on a large screen. Because the language is understood in many parts of the world, being able to speak English can give travellers confidence and help them integrate (融入) into the culture. Imagine visiting the Shard in London, or the Chrysler Building in New York and being able to interact with the locals in their native language. 10 A．Mastering English makes one more likely to be accepted when seeking new jobs. B．That means they can hold a conversation with other English-speaking people. C．The satisfaction brings about further learning. D．Such visiting will provide learners with interesting experiences. E．It says non-native speakers are far more than native speakers. F．Students sit in state-of-the-art computer labs to learn how to master English. G．There’ re many other reasons why studying English today is a smart choice. Passage 3 English Can Make You Confident It’s true what they say, that English can improve your life. It makes you smarter and helps you meet people and earn more money, among other things. 11 Imagine you’re in an English class. 12 You finished two minutes ago, and now the people round you are asking you for help. You know all the answers, and feel respected and admired. You’re flying back from your vacation and see that the person next to you is reading an American newspaper. 13 “The engines are awfully loud, aren’t they?” you say. “Yeah. It feels like the airplane might break into pieces any moment , he laughs. The conversation takes off and you take part easily, and enjoy yourself. You get off the plane smiling. What a great flight! 14 You decide to read a book in English to pass the time. Others on the bus notice, and look at you with admiration. They would like to be able to read English, but can’t. You feel satisfied, and are glad you put the time into learning the language. You’re at an international airport. You walk quickly, and look confident. 15 You know that if there were any problems you could easily communicate with the airport staff in their own language. You walk to your gate, thinking how inconvenient it could be if you didn’t know English. A．You also want to read the newspaper. B．You understand all the signs and announcements. C．But do you know how to learn English well? D．You’re taking the bus to school the way you do every day. E．The whole class is doing an exercise and then discussing it noisily. F．But have you ever wondered how it would feel to be really good at English? G．Since the flight is going to take a long time, you decide to start a conversation. $专题02 阅读还原3大常考话题 话题1 学校生活 话题2 社会行为 话题3 语言学习 1 / 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 话题1 学校生活 Passage 1 How to Choose the Right School Club Choosing the right school club can significantly improve the quality your high school experience. 1    Know Your Interests Start by considering your hobbies, passions, and academic interests. Do you enjoy writing? The school newspaper might be the right fit. Are you passionate (热情的) about helping others? 2 Selecting a club that matches your interests will keep you motivated and engaged. Consider Your Goals 3 Are you looking to develop new skills, build leadership experience, or simply have fun with friends? Different clubs offer different benefits, so it’s important to choose one that matches your goals. For example, if you’re aiming to improve your public speaking skills, joining the Debate Club might be a great option. Manage Your Time While it can be tempting (诱惑) to join various clubs, 4 Balancing schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and personal time is key to avoiding burnout. Choose one or two clubs that you are truly passionate about, rather than spreading yourself too thin. 5 Finally, don’t hesitate to step out of your comfort zone. High school is a time to explore new interests and discover new talents. If a club piques (激发) your curiosity, give it a try — you might find a new passion that you never expected! A．Don’t Be too Curious B．Don’t Be Afraid to Try Something New C．it’s important to consider your schedule. D．it’s necessary to consider your hobbies. E．A community service club could be perfect for you. F．Here are some tips to help you make the best choice. G．Think about what you hope to achieve by joining a club. 【答案】1．F 2．E 3．G 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲的是如何选择合适的学校社团。 1．上文“Choosing the right school club can significantly improve the quality your high school experience.(选择合适的学校社团可以显著提高你高中生活的质量。)”说明选择合适的社团的重要性，空后分段讲了一些建议，因此空格处应该引出下文的建议，说下面是一些建议，F选项“Here are some tips to help you make the best choice.(这里有一些建议可以帮助你做出最好的选择。)”引出了接下来的一些建议，因此承上启下，符合语境，故选F。 2．空前“Are you passionate (热情的) about helping others?(你热衷于帮助别人吗？)”提出疑问，问你是否喜欢帮助别人，空格处应该回答如果喜欢的话，那有什么社团合适呢，E选项“A community service club could be perfect for you.(社区服务俱乐部很适合你。)”说明了社区服务部适合爱帮助别人的人，因此承接上文，符合语境，故选E。 3．本段小标题是“Consider Your Goals(考虑你的目标)”，因此本段主要讲的是要考虑自己的目标，空格处内容和目标有关，G选项“Think about what you hope to achieve by joining a club.(想想你希望通过加入俱乐部达到什么目的。)”说明了要想一想你的目的，符合本段语境，故选G。 4．空后“Balancing schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and personal time is key to avoiding burnout. Choose one or two clubs that you are truly passionate about, rather than spreading yourself too thin.(平衡学业、课外活动和个人时间是避免倦怠的关键。选择一两个你真正感兴趣的俱乐部，而不是分散精力。)”说明了要平衡自己的日常安排，C选项“it’s important to consider your schedule.(考虑你的日常常规是很重要的。)”说明了要考虑自己的日常活动，因此承上启下，符合语境，故选C。 5．空格处是本段小标题，由空后“Finally, don’t hesitate to step out of your comfort zone.(最后，不要犹豫，走出你的舒适区。)”和“If a club piques (激发) your curiosity, give it a try---you might find a new passion that you never expected!(如果一个俱乐部激起了你的好奇心，那就试一试吧——你可能会发现一种意想不到的新激情！)”可知，本段主要讲的是要尝试新的东西，B选项“Don’t Be Afraid to Try Something New.(不要害怕尝试新事物。)”说明了要尝试新事物，概括了本段主要内容，可作为小标题，故选B。 Passage 2 Studying longer does not necessarily mean studying better. 6 Below are some great ways of learning as much as you can without getting too stressed. Find the right place to study. The first thing you need to do is avoid distractions (分散注意力的事物) while studying. 7 You should keep away from television sets and phone calls. Get all of your study materials together, so you will not be interrupted in the middle of your session. Break down the tasks into smaller parts. When you have gotten everything ready, list the items you need to study, and arrange them across several hours or days, depending on how big your load is. As a general rule, assign (分配) at least one hour to each subject. 8 By doing this, you will be able to know more easily how long you need for each topic. Schedule study breaks. When you have listed all of your tasks and made a schedule, you should arrange study breaks. 9 This will give your eyes some time to rest, and yourself a chance to go to the bathroom or have some coffee. Scheduled breaks will reduce the need for you to interrupt yourself to the lowest level during the study session. Put your tasks in order of importance. 10 Just in case you run out of time to study, or if you think you do not have enough time to cover all topics, you should study in an order. A．Each break may take about 15 minutes every two hours. B．Learn to arrange the subjects in order of importance. C．This means going to one place that will give you peace and quiet. D．The key to efficient studying is following the schedule strictly. E．You can find a way to test your knowledge by having a study partner. F．If you have a broad subject, you will need to break it down into smaller parts. G．To make the best use of your time, you need to learn how to study efficiently(高效地). 【答案】6．G 7．C 8．F 9．A 10．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了如何高效学习的几点建议。 6．根据本空前的“Studying longer does not necessarily mean studying better.”可知，学习时间长并不意味着学得更好，下文又介绍了高效学习的几点建议，故G项（为了充分利用时间，你需要学会如何高效地学习）符合语境。 7．根据本空前的“The first thing you need to do is avoid distractions (分散注意力的事物) while studying.”可知，你需要做的第一件事就是避开学习时分散注意力的事物，故C项（这意味着去一个能给你带来平静的地方）符合语境。 8．根据本空前的“As a general rule, assign (分配) at least one hour to each subject.”可知，每个科目至少安排一小时，故F项（如果你有一个宽泛的科目，你需要把它分成更小的部分）符合语境。 9．根据本空前的“you should arrange study breaks.”可知，你应该安排学习时的休息时间，故A项（每两个小时休息15分钟）符合语境。 10．根据本段后的“Just in case you run out of time to study, or if you think you do not have enough time to cover all topics, you should study in an order.”可知，如果你认为你没有足够的时间完成所有的科目，以防你用光学习时间，你应当有序地学习，故B项（学会按照重要性安排科目）符合语境。 【点睛】过渡句是七选五的常见考点，被选选项一定要起到承上启下的过渡作用，既要对应上问话题，又要引出下文（通常是方法或建议），例如本篇第1题，上文提到学习时间长并不意味着学得更好，下文又介绍了如何高效学习的几点建议，G项（为了充分利用时间，你需要学会如何高效地学习）既对应了上文提到的学习时间这一话题，又引出了下文高效学习的几点建议，符合语境。 Passage 3 Everyone wants to perform well at school. Add these tips to your life and you should be on your way to being a top student! 11 I cannot stress how important it is to pay attention to what your teacher is teaching you. Take part in class discussions if you have something worth adding. Pay attention during class, in particular during lectures. Taking notes is important. You don’t need to write down every single word your teacher says but write down what he or she writes on the board, or any special fact you think you might need for a test. 12 In this way, it will help you learn more effectively by actually thinking about what you are writing. Don’t skip school.You will be missing out on stuff. 13 However, you will have more work and you have missed lectures. Also, try not to be late for class. It’s most likely that your teacher won’t appreciate it and you will get yourself behind. 14 If you have an “I don’t care about school or this class” attitude, then teachers will be less willing to help you with problems or offer you extra credit. The same goes for lazy attitude. Have a respectful attitude to the teacher and other students. Try not to laugh when other students make mistakes. Always ask questions. 15 If you don’t understand, ask someone. Read your textbook and notes, and then if that fails, seek help. Ask a teacher, friend, classmate, parent, etc. Get a tutor if you need one. A．Be prepared. B．Write in your own words. C．Pay attention to everything the teacher says. D．Staying organised will be helpful. E．There is no shame in needing some help. F．It is true that you could make up the work. G．Keep a good attitude towards things. 【答案】11．C 12．B 13．F 14．G 15．E 【导语】这是一篇说明文，文主要介绍了几个成为优等生的建议。 11．空处是段落主题句，根据本段中“I cannot stress how important it is to pay attention to what your teacher is teaching you.(我再怎么强调注意老师所教的内容是多么重要也不为过)”以及“Pay attention during class, in particular during lectures.(上课时要注意听讲，尤其是听课时)”可知，本段主要是说注意听老师所讲的内容，C项“注意听老师讲的每一句话”符合语境，故选C。 12．根据下文“In this way, it will help you learn more effectively by actually thinking about what you are writing.(这样，通过思考你在写什么，它会帮助你更有效地学习)”可知，空处是描述一种记笔记的方法，B项“用你自己的话写”符合语境，故选B。 13．根据上文“You will be missing out on stuff.(你会错过很多东西)”以及下文“However, you will have more work and you have missed lectures.(然而，你会有更多的工作，你已经错过了课程)”可知，空处承接上下文说明逃课可以采取的措施，与下文为转折关系。故F项“你确实可以弥补这项工作”切题。故选F。 14．根据本段中“Have a respectful attitude to the teacher and other students.(对老师和其他同学有尊重的态度)”可知，本段是说要保持良好的态度。故G项“对事物保持良好的态度”切题，为本段的标题。故选G。 15．根据上文“Always ask questions.(总是要问问题)”和下文“If you don’t understand, ask someone.(如果你不明白，可以问问别人)”可知，本段是励人们要问问题， E项“需要帮助并不可耻”符合语境。故选E。 Passage 4 Have you ever wondered what an American high school is really like? 16 A typical American high school has several large buildings and enough space for about 1,500 students. 17 When students first arrive at school, they go straight to their lockers (寄存柜，有锁存物柜) to put away or get their textbooks and to hang up their outdoor clothes. As American textbooks are expensive, students would rather rent than buy them. 18 American students have different types of school transport. They usually take a yellow school bus or walk to school if they live close enough. 19 When they turn 16 years of age, most take a free driving class at school for one term. If students earn passing grades in the class and also pass their state driver’s exam, they can begin driving themselves to school. 20 They must take science, math, English and social studies. They can choose art, homemaking, fashion design and other classes. In some schools students are required to take one or more of the following special classes: health education, physical education or foreign language studies. Students move to different classrooms for each subject. This is because each teacher has their own classroom. There is a five-minute break between classes, to give the students the time to hurry to their next class. The regular school day usually ends early in the afternoon. After school more than half of the students are involved in after-school activities. These activities include sports-especially football, basketball, baseball and soccer or clubs, such as yearbook, speech, school newspaper, photograph or student government. A．Every student is given a locker. B．Each day, students take six or seven classes. C．Sometimes their parents drive them to school. D．Students must pay back if they lost any of them. E．Because each teacher has their own classroom. F．In some schools students are required to take some special subjects. G．This article will describe a typical American high school and its students. 【答案】16．G 17．A 18．D 19．C 20．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一所典型的美国高中及其学生的情况。 16．根据上文“Have you ever wondered what an American high school is really like?(你有没有想过美国的高中到底是什么样的？)”及下文“A typical American high school has several large buildings and enough space for about 1,500 students.(一所典型的美国高中有几栋大楼和足够容纳1500名学生的空间)”可知，G. This article will describe a typical American high school and its students.(这篇文章将描述一所典型的美国高中及其学生)能够承上启下，符合语境，选项中American high school是关键词。故选G。 17．根据下文“When students first arrive at school, they go straight to their lockers (寄存柜，有锁存物柜) to put away or get their textbooks and to hang up their outdoor clothes.(当学生们第一次到达学校时，他们直接去他们的储物柜放好或拿起他们的课本，挂起他们的户外衣服)”可知，每个学生都有自己的储物柜。A. Every student is given a locker.(每个学生都有一个储物柜)能够衔接下文，符合语境，选项中locker是关键词。故选A。 18．根据上文“As American textbooks are expensive, students would rather rent than buy them.(由于美国的教科书很贵，学生们宁愿租也不愿买)”可知，很多美国学生选择租教材，结合常识可知，丢失了课本，需要赔偿。由此可知，D. Students must pay back if they lost any of them.(如果学生丢失了任何一本，他们必须赔偿)能够衔接上文，符合语境。故选D。 19．根据上文“American students have different types of school transport. They usually take a yellow school bus or walk to school if they live close enough.(美国学生有不同类型的学校交通工具。如果他们住得足够近，他们通常乘坐黄色的校车或步行去学校)”可知，此处讲述的是美国高中生上学的交通方式。由此可知，C. Sometimes their parents drive them to school.(有时他们的父母开车送他们去学校)是一种上学方式，能够衔接上文，符合语境。故选C。 20．根据下文“They must take science, math, English and social studies. They can choose art, homemaking, fashion design and other classes. In some schools students are required to take one or more of the following special classes: health education, physical education or foreign language studies. Students move to different classrooms for each subject.(他们必须参加科学、数学、英语和社会研究。他们可以选择艺术、家政、时装设计等课程。有些学校要求学生选修下列一门或多门特殊课程：健康教育、体育或外语学习。学生们每门课都去不同的教室上课)”可知，此处讲述的是美国高中生上课的情况。由此可知，B. Each day, students take six or seven classes.(每天，学生们上六到七节课)能够引起下文，符合语境。故选B。 Passage 5 Starting the high school life can be a big challenge for many students, but with the right strategies, it can be a smooth change. 21 . Get organized One of the first things you need to do is get organized. 22 . Keeping track of your assignments, tests, and extracurricular activities will help you manage your time wisely. Setting aside regular time for studying, breaking tasks into manageable parts, and finding a study environment that works for you will make your study and school life easier. Join clubs and activities Joining clubs and activities is a great way to meet new people and find like- minded peers (同龄人). Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try new things. It can also help you discover new interests and passions. 23 . Seek help when needed 24 . Remember, it’s okay to ask for help; no one expects you to know everything. Don’t be afraid to ask teachers, counselors, or peers for help when you need it. Recognizing when you need help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Seeking help can provide you with new perspectives (视角；观点) and solutions that you might not have considered on your own. 25 High school is a time for exploration and self- discovery. It’s important to remember that everyone is in the same boat and that it’s okay to make mistakes as you learn and grow. Being receptive to different perspectives and backgrounds can help you understand and appreciate the diversity (多样性) in your new class. A．Stay positive and open- minded B．Focus on your progress rather than mistakes C．The first step is to create a schedule or a plan D．It’s completely normal to feel at a loss at times E．Hopefully, here are some benefits of right strategies to make it smooth F．Here are some tips to help you make your first year of high school successful G．Every new experience is an opportunity to learn more about yourself and the world around you 【答案】21．F 22．C 23．G 24．D 25．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章针对高中生活的开始，给出了一系列具体的建议和策略，旨在帮助学生更好地适应和享受高中生活。 21．根据空前内容“Starting the high school life can be a big challenge for many students, but with the right strategies, it can be a smooth change.(对许多学生来说，开始高中生活可能是一个巨大的挑战，但如果策略正确，它可以是一个平稳的变化。)”可知，上文作者指出如果有正确的策略，高中生活第一年会变得很顺利。选项F“Here are some tips to help you make your first year of high school successful(这里有一些建议可以帮助你在高中的第一年取得成功。)”承上启下，引出下文具体的建议。故选F。 22．根据下文内容“Keeping track of your assignments, tests, and extracurricular activities will help you manage your time wisely. Setting aside regular time for studying, breaking tasks into manageable parts, and finding a study environment that works for you will make your study and school life easier.(记录你的作业、考试和课外活动将帮助你明智地管理你的时间。留出规律的学习时间，把任务分解成可管理的部分，找到一个适合你的学习环境，这会让你的学习和学校生活更轻松。)”可知，下文提出应该明智地管理时间等。选项C“The first step is to create a schedule or a plan(第一步是制定一个时间表或计划)”引出下文内容，指出首先指定一个时间表或计划，然后这会帮助我们更好地管理时间。故选C。 23．根据上文内容“Joining clubs and activities is a great way to meet new people and find like- minded peers(同龄人). Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try new things. It can also help you discover new interests and passions.(参加俱乐部和活动是结识新朋友和找到志同道合的同伴的好方法。不要害怕走出你的舒适区，尝试新事物。它还可以帮助你发现新的兴趣和激情。)”可知，在本段内容中，作者指出加入俱乐部和活动是结识新朋友和找到志同道合的同伴的好方法，可以帮助我们尝试新事物，发现新兴趣等。选项G“Every new experience is an opportunity to learn more about yourself and the world around you(每一次新的经历都是一次机会，让你更多地了解自己和周围的世界)”是上文内容的总结，指出了加入俱乐部和活动是了解自己和周围世界的好机会。故选G。 24．根据下文内容“Remember, it’s okay to ask for help; no one expects you to know everything.(记住，寻求帮助是可以的;没有人期望你知道一切。)”可知，下文指出可以寻求帮助，由此可推断，空处指的是我们会遇到困难或感到困惑。选项D“It’s completely normal to feel at a loss at times(有时感到茫然是完全正常的)”自然引出下文内容，指出当我们感到茫然时，我们可以寻求帮助。故选D。 25．空处为小标题，为本段主要内容。根据本段内容“High school is a time for exploration and self- discovery. It’s important to remember that everyone is in the same boat and that it’s okay to make mistakes as you learn and grow. Being receptive to different perspectives and backgrounds can help you understand and appreciate the diversity(多样性)in your new class.(高中是一个探索和自我发现的时期。重要的是要记住，每个人都在同一条船上，在你学习和成长的过程中犯错误是可以的。接受不同的观点和背景可以帮助你理解和欣赏新班级的多样性。)”可知，本段主要讨论了高中生活是一个探索和自我发现的时期，并强调了接受不同观点和背景的重要性。选项A“Stay positive and open- minded(保持积极和开放的心态)”与这一主题相符，强调了保持积极和开放心态的重要性，是这一部分的合理总结。故选A。 Passage 6 How to Become a Top Student Successful students use different skills to study, which brings them more success. 26 Here are the four skills almost all top-performing students use. They have clear goals. All top-performing students have clear, specific goals. 27 They motivate you and drive you to study more. But make sure that you do not get carried away. Set realistic goals which can challenge you, but do not seem impossible or too difficult to achieve. They are regular. Almost all successful students study regularly, because they know “what you give is what you get”. If you put in regular hours of studying, then you will learn more and get better grades. 28 This will help you to study regularly. They study without pressure（压力）. Successful students study a lot. But they study without pushing themselves too much. Most students make the mistake of studying too hard or studying continuously for a long time. 29 Studying should be done in a balanced manner. Take a break for a few minutes, after studying for 30 or 45 minutes. Relax, walk around your house, or drink some water and return to studying. Such short breaks will refresh your brain and you will learn more effectively. 30 Studying is not something you do just because your parents ask you to do it. It’s really very important for you. Studying gives you knowledge and ability that will remain with you for the rest of your life. It gives you the chance to get a job and earn money. And successful students recognize the value of studying well. A．They give importance to study. B．They finish their homework on time. C．Learn their skills, and you will also join their rank. D．Having such goals gives you the power to study better. E．Set aside some hours, each day or each week, for studying. F．This creates pressure and slows down learning and memory. G．But to score A grade , you should make well-planned efforts. 【答案】26．C 27．D 28．E 29．F 30．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍怎样成为尖子生的建议，要有学习目标，学会有计划的学习，了解学习的重要性等。 26．考查句意理解和上下文串联：根据上文，Successful students use different techniques to study, which brings them more success.可知学习他们的技巧，你会加入他们的行列，答案是：C。 27．考查句意理解和上下文串联：根据上文，All top-performing students have definite, specific goals.可知有目标可以让你学得更好，答案是：D。 28．考查句意理解和上下文串联：根据上文，. If you put in regular hours of studying, then you will learn more and get better grades.可知每天，每星期都留些时间来学习，答案是：E。 29．考查句意理解和上下文串联：根据上文，Most students make the mistake of studying too hard or studying continuously for a long time.可知这会产生出紧张，会让你学习和记忆力变慢，答案是：F。 30．考查句意理解和上下文串联：根据下文，Studying is not something you do just because your parents ask you to do it. It’s actually very important for you.可知他们知道学习的重要性，答案是：A。 Passage 7 According to a recent study, most people hold the strong belief that much imagination has gone away. 31 Everyone has imagination, but most of us forget how to make use of it once we become older and older. Creativity isn’t always concerned with great works of art or ideas. People at work and in their free time typically think of creative ways to solve problems. 32 Make connections. It involves taking unrelated ideas and trying to find connections between them. 33 Then find an image, for example, a candle. Write down all the ideas associated with candles and then connect the ideas with the job you have to do. So imagine you want to buy a friend a unique gift. You could buy him tickets to a match or take him out for the night. Set no limits. Imagine that normal limitations do not exist. You have as much imagination as you want. 34 If your aim is to learn to ski, for instance, you can now practice skiing every day. Now apply this to reality. Maybe you can practice skiing every day in December, or every Monday in January. 35 Look at the situation from a different point of view. Good writers always use this technique. Fiction writers often imagine they are the characters in their books. If your goal involves other people, put yourself in their positions. As an old saying goes, the best fishermen think like fish! A．Be someone else. B．In fact, they are mistaken. C．Do something different from others. D．This may affect your work and your life. E．Here are some ways to fire your imagination. F．Think about the problem to solve or the job to do. G．Consider your goal and the new possibilities carefully. 【答案】31．B 32．E 33．F 34．G 35．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了三个激发想象力的方法。 31．根据上文“According to a recent study, most people hold the strong belief that much imagination has gone away. (根据最近的一项研究，大多数人坚信很多想象力已经消失了。)”及下文“Everyone has imagination, but most of us forget how to make use of it once we become older and older. (每个人都有想象力，但是一旦我们变得越来越老，我们中的大多数人就会忘记如何利用它。)”可知，大多数人认为他们想象力已经消失，但是实际上，这个观点是错误的，多数人只是随着年龄的增长忘记了如何利用想象力。B选项“In fact, they are mistaken.(事实上，他们错了。)”能够承上启下，符合语境。故选B。 32．上文“Creativity isn’t always concerned with great works of art or ideas. People at work and in their free time typically think of creative ways to solve problems.(创造力并不总是与伟大的艺术作品或想法有关。人们在工作和空闲时间通常会想出创造性的方法来解决问题。)”指出创造力并不总是与伟大的艺术作品或想法有关，人们在工作和生活中会想出创造性的办法解决问题；结合第二段主旨句“Make connections.(建立联系)”、第三段主旨句“Set no limits.(不要设限)”以及第四段中的第5小题设空处可知，下文提出了如何三个激发想象力的方法；E选项“Here are some ways to fire your imagination.(这里有一些方法可以激发你的想象力。)”能够总领下文，符合语境。故选E。 33．由主旨句“Make connections.(建立联系)”以及下文“Then find an image, for example, a candle. Write down all the ideas associated with candles and then connect the ideas with the job you have to do.(然后找一个图像，比如一支蜡烛。写下所有与蜡烛有关的想法，然后将这些想法与你要做的工作联系起来。)”可知，此处通过举例来阐述建立联系的步骤，设空处为第一步，由“then connect the ideas with the job you have to do”可知第一步要先考虑一下自己要做的工作；F选项“Think about the problem to solve or the job to do.(考虑要解决的问题或要做的工作。)”符合语境；选项中的“the job to do”与下文中的“the job you have to do”相呼应。故选F。 34．上文“Set no limits. Imagine that normal limitations do not exist. (不要设限。想象正常的限制不存在。)”指出不要给自己设限，想象正常的限制不存在；下文“If your aim is to learn to ski, for instance, you can now practice skiing every day. Now apply this to reality.(例如，如果你的目标是学习滑雪，你现在可以每天练习滑雪。现在把它应用到现实中。)”举例说明可以结合自己所设定的目标开始实施行动；因此，首先要不给自己设限，思考自己的新的目标；选项G“Consider your goal and the new possibilities carefully.(仔细考虑你的目标和新的可能性。)”符合语境。故选G。 35．文章结构分析，设空处为本段主旨句；由下文“Look at the situation from a different point of view. Good writers always use this technique. Fiction writers often imagine they are the characters in their books. If your goal involves other people, put yourself in their positions. As an old saying goes, the best fishermen think like fish!(从不同的角度看问题。优秀的作家总是使用这种技巧。小说作家常常把自己想象成书中的人物。如果你的目标涉及到其他人，设身处地地为他们着想。正如一句老话所说，最好的渔夫像鱼一样思考!)”可知，本段主要讲述的是把自己想象成别人，从他人的角度思考问题；A选项“Be someone else.(成为别人！)”建议把自己想象成别人，能够概括本段大意，适合作为主旨句。故选A。 话题2 社会行为 Passage 1 Apologizing is how we live in peace with others, yet few of us know how to do it well — and not defensively. Just as often, apologies don’t happen at all out of fear that they’ll be uncomfortable or ineffective. 1 They help solidify(使变稳固) relationships and mend trust, both of which can lower stress and improve mental health. If you’re ready for your fault, here are four key s to apologizing well. 1. 2 Apologies are better late than early, says Cindy Hantz, a social psychologist who has researched how timing influences apology effectiveness. “What we found is that people usually tend to offer an apology as soon as possible,” she says. “It’s an effort to shut the whole incident down. You can’t deliver an effective apology until the injured person believes that you fully understand what you did wrong. If the apology comes before that, it’s not going to be seen as sincere.” 2. Accept responsibility. Why should you apologize if you’re both at fault? 3 “But I like to encourage people to really focus on taking responsibility for the parts of the conflict that they’re responsible for.” Schumann says. Calling attention to the fact that we’re also hurt is normal, but save it for later on in the conversation. 3. Be clear about how you plan to repair things. One of the core elements of an apology is making reparations. That will be possible in a direct way: You broke their favorite wineglass? Buy them a new one. Spilled coffee on their new dress? Pay for the dry cleaning. 4 It’s important for the other person to hear that this is not going to continue... and they can trust you to improve your behavior in the future. 4. Don’t expect forgiveness. An apology is a starting point. Particularly with severe faults, the person wronged will often need time and space to heal. Schumann suggests saying like this: “I understand this isn’t going to fix everything, and I want to continue to do whatever I can to make up for my mistake. I hope that even if you’re not ready to forgive me, 5 ” A．Don’t rush into it. B．Start with specific words. C．it’s important not to pressure them. D．That’s exactly the problem many people struggle with. E．you’re open to working with me to get us to a point where we can move forward. F．Sometimes you can’t repair what’s happened, but you can think about the relationship moving forward. G．But sincere apologies bring a host of benefits to the person delivering the message and the one receiving it. 【答案】1．G 2．A 3．D 4．F 5．E 【导语】本文的体裁是说明文。文章大意是讲述了道歉的重要性和如何有效地进行道歉，包括四个关键步骤：不要急于道歉、承担责任、清晰地说明你打算如何修复问题、以及不要期待立即被原谅。 1．根据上文“Apologizing is how we live in peace with others, yet few of us know how to do it well — and not defensively. Just as often, apologies don’t happen at all out of fear that they’ll be uncomfortable or ineffective.(道歉是我们如何与他人和平相处的方式，但我们很少有人知道如何做好这一点——而不是防御性地。同样常见的是，出于害怕道歉会让人不舒服或无效，道歉根本不会发生。)”以及下文“They help solidify(使变稳固) relationships and mend trust, both of which can lower stress and improve mental health.(它们有助于巩固关系和修复信任，这两者都可以降低压力并改善心理健康。)”可知，真诚的道歉对双方都有好处，与G项“But sincere apologies bring a host of benefits to the person delivering the message and the one receiving it.(但是，真诚的道歉给传递信息的人和接收信息的人都带来了一系列好处。)”表达的含义一致，下文中的“they”指代G项中的“sincere apologies”。故选G项。 2．根据下文“Apologies are better late than early, says Cindy Hantz, a social psychologist who has researched how timing influences apology effectiveness.(社会心理学家辛迪·汉茨说，道歉晚一点比早一点好，她研究了时机如何影响道歉的有效性。)”可知，道歉应该讲究时机，不要急于一时，与A项“Don’t rush into it.(不要急于求成。)”表达的含义一致，故选A项。 3．根据上文“Why should you apologize if you’re both at fault?(如果你们都有错，你为什么要道歉呢？)”可知，对于双方都有错的情况为什么需要道歉，这是很多人都纠结的问题，与D项“That’s exactly the problem many people struggle with.(这正是许多人纠结的问题。)”表达的含义一致，故选D项。 4．根据下文“It’s important for the other person to hear that this is not going to continue... and they can trust you to improve your behavior in the future.(让对方听到这种情况不会继续下去是很重要的……他们可以相信你会在未来改进你的行为。)”可知，有时候道歉是为了考虑未来的关系，与F项“Sometimes you can’t repair what’s happened, but you can think about the relationship moving forward.(有时候你无法修复已经发生的事情，但你可以考虑未来的关系。)”表达的含义一致，故选F项。 5．根据上文“I understand this isn’t going to fix everything, and I want to continue to do whatever I can to make up for my mistake. I hope that even if you’re not ready to forgive me,(我明白这并不能解决所有问题，我想继续尽我所能来弥补我的错误。我希望即使你没有准备好原谅我，)”可知，希望对方愿意与自己一起努力，让关系向前发展，与E项“you’re open to working with me to get us to a point where we can move forward.(你愿意与我一起努力，让我们能够向前发展。)”表达的含义一致，故选E项。 Passage 2 How many times have you shrunk yourself because you fear being judged? There is a term in social psychology called the ‘spotlight effect’. 6 The reality is that everyone is so concerned about their own life that they rarely spend much time thinking about ours. I have a folder in my laptop where I keep encouraging messages for myself. I want to share one I come back to often: Don’t let others stand in the way of your success. 7 These people are everywhere, and they may feel impactful in the present moment, but they will not matter soon enough as you progress in your journey. This is your life so stop letting other people decide it for you. 8 We tell ourselves “I can’t do this” or “I am not good enough” or “there is too much competition”. I think it’s a sign of courage and confidence to go for something that is scary, uncertain, and difficult. So, If your heart is set on doing something that you truly believe in-go for it. If it doesn’t work, at least you tried. Find the strength to really believe that you belong in every room you walk into. What you have to say is just as important as anyone else in that room. Most importantly, remind yourself that confidence doesn’t happen in leaps. 9 . Consciously do the work every day until you truly believe that you belong in every room you walk into. Do the same for yourself as you do for others—reflect on your best qualities, celebrate your strengths, make yourself laugh, treat yourself to things, nurture your own happiness. 10 Just remember to serve yourself from time to time the same way you serve others. To truly give the world your best, you must also treat yourself as your best self. A．They keep me grounded and focused. B．It is slowly learned in small baby steps. C．If you’re not ready to step out, it’s fine. D．A lot of us tend to play it safe because we fear failing. E．Your positive light helps those around you feel cared for. F．It refers to our tendency to overestimate others’ attention to us. G．There will be many people who will decide you can’t do something. 【答案】6．F 7．G 8．D 9．B 10．E 【导语】本文的体裁属于说明文。文章通过探讨社会心理学中的“聚光灯效应”，鼓励读者不要过度在意他人的看法，要相信自己的能力和价值，并努力追求自己的目标和梦想。文章中还包含了许多自我激励和成长的建议，如保持自信、反思自己的优点、庆祝自己的长处等，旨在帮助读者建立积极的人生态度和自我认知。 6．由上文“There is a term in social psychology called the ‘spotlight effect’. (社会心理学中有一个术语叫做“聚光灯效应”。)”可知，本空要解释spotlight effect这个术语。F选项“It refers to our tendency to overestimate others’ attention to us. (它指的是我们倾向于高估别人对我们的关注。)”正好解释了这一点，即它指的是我们倾向于高估他人对我们的关注度，能承接上文，符合题意。故选F。 7．由上文“I want to share one I come back to often: Don’t let others stand in the way of your success. (我想和大家分享一句我经常想起的话：不要让别人阻碍你的成功。)”可知，作者建议不要让他人阻碍你的成功，本空应解释作者给出读者这种建议的原因。接着G选项“There will be many people who will decide you can’t do something. (会有很多人决定你不能做某事。)”进一步说明，会有很多人认为你做不到某事，但你不应该让他们影响你，能承接上文，符合题意。故选G。 8．由下文“We tell ourselves “I can’t do this” or “I am not good enough” or “there is too much competition”. (我们告诉自己“我做不到”或“我不够好”或“竞争太激烈了”。)”可知，我们常常会自我怀疑，认为自己做不到或不够好，或者竞争太激烈，本空应概括下文我们因为害怕失败而倾向于保守行事的现象。D选项“A lot of us tend to play it safe because we fear failing. (我们很多人倾向于稳妥行事，因为我们害怕失败。)”正好解释了这种心态，能引起下文，符合题意。故选D。 9．由上文“Most importantly, remind yourself that confidence doesn’t happen in leaps. (最重要的是，要提醒自己，自信不是突然发生的。)”可知，自信不是一蹴而就的，本空应对自信的逐步形成进行进一步解释。B选项“It is slowly learned in small baby steps. (它是慢慢学会的，就像婴儿一样。)”进一步解释了这一点，即自信是通过一步步小的努力慢慢建立起来的，能承接上文，符合题意。故选B。 10．由上文“Do the same for yourself as you do for others—reflect on your best qualities, celebrate your strengths, make yourself laugh, treat yourself to things, nurture your own happiness. (对待自己就像对待别人一样——反思自己最好的品质，赞美自己的长处，让自己开怀大笑，善待自己，培养自己的快乐。)”和下文“Just remember to serve yourself from time to time the same way you serve others. To truly give the world your best, you must also treat yourself as your best self. (只要记住，时不时地服务自己，就像你服务别人一样。要真正把最好的自己奉献给世界，你也必须把自己当成最好的自己。)”可知，作者建议我们要像对待别人一样对待自己，把最好的自己奉献给世界，本空要解释这样做对周围人的影响，从而提醒我们要像对待他人一样关注自己的积极情绪，因为这样做也会让我们自己感到更幸福和满足。E选项“Your positive light helps those around you feel cared for. (你的积极之光帮助你周围的人感到被关心。)”则进一步指出，你的积极情绪也会让周围的人感受到被关心，能承上启下，符合题意。故选E。 Passage 3 Every summer holiday, there are always many drowning (溺死) accidents. Especially, swimming in the wild is extremely dangerous. 11 . Surprisingly, in many drowning accidents, a large proportion (比例) of drowning deaths are able to swim. The main reason is that people who can’t swim have a fear of water. 12 . But the person that can swim is otherwise. 13 and likes to enter water, appearing occasionally so nervous for unusual condition. If nobody rescues, accident may happen. 14 . Don’t make the mistake of thinking that drowning deaths are mostly swimmers. The truth is that the vast majority (大部分的) of accidental drowning are those who cannot swim. An extra skill will give you an extra chance to save yourself in the event of an accident. The improvement of swimming skills lies in practice. The only proper place for practice is a swimming pool with coaches and ambulance people present. Good advice to prevent drowning: 15 . A．He is not afraid of water B．Swimming is good for your health C．Most accidents happen right there D．They don’t want to go near dangerous waters E．Master swimming skills and never swim in the wild F．However, we cannot think learning to swim is useless for this reason G．Common swimming strokes (泳姿) are breaststroke, freestyle, and backstroke 【答案】11．C 12．D 13．A 14．F 15．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。每到暑假，总会发生游泳溺亡事故，令人惊讶的是，在许多溺水事故中，很大一部分溺水死亡者能够游泳。文章解释了原因并提出了建议。 11． 空前提到“Especially, swimming in the wild is extremely dangerous. (特别是在野外游泳极其危险)”这说明野外发生的溺亡事故应较多，C项“大部分事故就是发生在那儿”承接上文，符合语境，其中there指代上文的in the wild，故选C项。 12． 结合上文及空前“The main reason is that people who can’t swim have a fear of water( 主要原因是不会游泳的人害怕水 )”可知，溺亡的人很大比例都是会游泳的人，其主要原因是不会游泳的人怕水，所以他们应是不会靠近危险水域，D项“他们不想靠近危险水域”承接空前内容，符合语境，D项中的they指代空前“people who can’t swim”，故选D项。 13． 根据空前“But the person that can swim is otherwise. (但是会游泳的人就不一样了)”可知，空后应是具体讲会游泳的人的情况，A项“他不害怕水”符合题意，与空后“likes to enter water(喜欢入水)”表达意思一样，A项中“He”指代空前“the person that can swim”，故选A项。 14． 上文“Surprisingly, in many drowning accidents, a large proportion (比例) of drowning deaths are able to swim.(令人惊讶的是，在许多溺水事故中，很大一部分溺水死亡者能够游泳。)”提到在很多溺亡事故中，很大比例的死亡人数是会游泳的人，根据空后“Don’t make the mistake of thinking that drowning deaths are mostly swimmers. (不要错误地认为溺亡的人大部分是会游泳的人)”及本段最后一句“An extra skill will give you an extra chance to save yourself in the event of an accident.(在事故中，额外的技能将给你一个额外自救的机会)”可知，本段与上文是转折关系，讲述学习游泳是有用的，F项“然而，我们不能因为这个原因就认为学习游泳是没有用的”符合语境，故选F项。 15．根据空前“Good advice to prevent drowning(预防溺水的好建议)”可知，空处应是讲述防止溺亡的建议，E项“掌握游泳技能，不要在野外游泳”切题，故选E项。 Passage 4 It takes time to really get to know someone, but first impressions often determine whether someone is willing to spend more time learning about you. In fact, people’s first impressions are made within seven seconds of meeting someone new. 16 Show respect. People want to feel respected before they show you the same respect. 17 Be sure to treat everyone around you well, because it shows a lot about who you are. Be enthusiastic. 18 Don’t be afraid to show that you are interested in someone. In fact, people often see passion (激情) as a charming sign of strength and inspiration. Showing your enthusiasm by smiling or using friendly humor will make you seem easygoing. 19 Body language is as important as your words to first impressions. Make sure your posture is good, make strong eye can tact (眼神接触) and try to express your interest in others. Try to avoid the bad days. If something unfortunate happens, you don’t have to follow a scheduled meeting on the day. 20 Let them know you don’t want unfavorable things to affect them. It’ll show your ability to communicate effectively. A．Make others feel lucky. B．Instead, you can set another time. C．Pay attention to your body language. D．Show interest in the person you meet. E．When you go out for dinner, be polite to waiters. F．Be polite and show manners with “please” and “thank you”. G．Here are some tips on how to make a good first impression. 【答案】16．G 17．F 18．D 19．C 20．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。第一印象往往决定了一个人是否愿意花更多的时间来了解你，文章介绍了如何给人留下良好第一印象的建议。 16． 根据上文“It takes time to really get to know someone, but first impressions often determine whether someone is willing to spend more time learning about you. In fact, people’s first impressions are made within seven seconds of meeting someone new. (真正了解一个人是需要时间的，但第一印象往往决定了一个人是否愿意花更多的时间来了解你。事实上，人们的第一印象是在与陌生人见面后的七秒钟内形成的。)”，结合后文介绍了如何给人留下良好第一印象的建议，G项“Here are some tips on how to make a good first impression. (这里有一些关于如何给人留下良好的第一印象的建议。)”，起到承上启下的作用，上下文衔接连贯，故选G项。 17．根据上文“Show respect. People want to feel respected before they show you the same respect. (尊重他人人们想要在尊重你之前感受到被尊重。)”可知，本段提出的建议为“尊重他人”，F项“Be polite and show manners with ‘please’ and ‘thank you’. (有礼貌，用‘请’和‘谢谢’来表现礼貌。)”，F项承接上文，描述怎么样的行为是尊重他人，上下文衔接连贯，故选F项。 18．根据后文“Don’t be afraid to show that you are interested in someone. In fact, people often see passion (激情) as a charming sign of strength and inspiration. Showing your enthusiasm by smiling or using friendly humor will make you seem easygoing.(不要害怕表现出你对某人感兴趣。事实上，人们常常把激情看作是力量和灵感的迷人标志。用微笑或友好的幽默来表达你的热情会让你看起来很随和。)”可知，后文提到不要害怕表现出你对某人感兴趣，即本句是在建议对遇到的人表现出兴趣。D项“Show interest in the person you meet. (对你遇到的人表现出兴趣。)”，与下文语意一致，故选D项。 19．根据后文“Body language is as important as your words to first impressions. Make sure your posture is good, make strong eye contact (眼神接触) and try to express your interest in others. (对于第一印象来说，肢体语言和你的语言一样重要。确保你的姿势正确，要有强烈的眼神交流，并试着表达你对他人的兴趣。)”可知，本段的主旨是说明肢体语言的重要性，C项“Pay attention to your body language. (注意你的肢体语言)”，与下文语意一致，适合作小标题。故选C项。 20．根据上文“Try to avoid the bad days. If something unfortunate happens, you don’t have to follow a scheduled meeting on the day. (尽量避免糟糕的日子。如果不幸的事情发生了，你不必不必遵循当天的预定见面。)”以及后文“Let them know you don’t want unfavorable things to affect them. It’ll show your ability to communicate effectively. (让他们知道你不想让不好的事情影响到他们。这将显示你有效沟通的能力。)”可知，上文提到不必在当天遵守预定的会面，让自己不好的事情影响到别人，即建议另外约时间，故B项“Instead, you can set another time. (相反，你可以另定时间。)”，B项与上文为转折关系，下文则是对B项的解释，上下文衔接连贯，故选B项。 Passage 5 Forget privacy, young internet users want to be tracked On every smartphone there sits a tracker’s paradise (乐园) of location data ready to be shared. 21 And this tech is marketed as convenient, not frightening. What is an acceptable level of online surveillance (监视)? I had assumed we all agreed that the ideal was none. 22 A quick enquiry on my friends found that those who were, like me, in their 40s and older either had no idea they could use their phone in this way or had relatively little interest in doing so. But friends a decade or so younger all seem to be tracking one another at will. They don’t find the idea of monitoring or being monitored in this way upsetting. They say it makes them feel safer. 23 It is just that they are realistic about the privacy that is available. They know that if you own a smartphone and don’t want to disable useful things like maps, then your location is already being watched. If app creators, smartphone makers and ad companies are already tracking your location, then why not share the information with people you know? If you want to start tracking the people you know, then there are some rules involved. It’s fine to use tracking to check that a friend has got home safely at the end of a night out, for example, but not to surprise them on the street. And think carefully about whom you share data with. 24 Location tracking as a safety measure, particularly for elderly parents and children, is appealing. 25 Once you grow comfortable sharing your location with your family and friends, perhaps one day you’ll be happy to share it with your employer or even government agencies. A．It is for family and close friends only, not new dates. B．But the truth is how popular it is depends on your age. C．Location sharing has been around for more than a decade. D．The risk is that if you do it too often, it will be hard to turn around. E．After all, no one will find it comfortable to be watched all the time. F．This is not because they are blind to the importance of online privacy. G．Location tracking is so precise that it can locate one person in a crowd. 【答案】21．G 22．B 23．F 24．A 25．D 【导语】本文的一篇议论文。文章讨论了不同年龄段的人对位置追踪技术的态度差异，年轻人更愿意分享位置信息以提高安全感，而年长者则较为保守。文章还探讨了位置追踪的潜在规则和未来趋势。 21．根据上文“On every smartphone there sits a tracker’s paradise (乐园) of location data ready to be shared. (每部智能手机上都有一个跟踪器的天堂，其中包含可供共享的位置数据。)”可知，本句应继续描述位置追踪的精确性，G选项“Location tracking is so precise that it can locate one person in a crowd. (位置追踪非常精确，可以在人群中定位一个人。)”符合语境。故选G。 22．由上文“What is an acceptable level of online surveillance (监视)? I had assumed we all agreed that the ideal was none. (什么是可以接受的在线监控水平？我认为我们都同意理想的情况是没有监控。)”和下文“But friends a decade or so younger all seem to be tracking one another at will. They don’t find the idea of monitoring or being monitored in this way upsetting. They say it makes them feel safer. (快速询问我的朋友发现，那些像我一样40多岁及以上的人要么不知道他们可以这样使用手机，要么对这样做兴趣相对不大。)”可知，空处与上文构成转折关系，而且在线监控水平的流行程度因年龄而各有不同，B选项“But the truth is how popular it is depends on your age. (但事实是它的流行程度取决于你的年龄。)”符合语境。故选B。 23．由上文“They don’t find the idea of monitoring or being monitored in this way upsetting. They say it makes them feel safer. (他们不觉得这种监控或被监控的想法令人不安。他们说这让他们感到更安全。)”可知，本句应解释他们的态度，F选项“This is not because they are blind to the importance of online privacy. (这并不是因为他们对在线隐私的重要性视而不见。)”承上启下，符合语境。故选F。 24．由上文“And think carefully about whom you share data with. (并仔细考虑与谁共享数据。)”可知，本句应描述共享数据的对象，A选项“It is for family and close friends only, not new dates. (这仅限于家人和亲密朋友，而不是新约会对象。)”符合语境。故选A。 25．上文“Location tracking as a safety measure, particularly for elderly parents and children, is appealing. (位置跟踪作为一种安全措施，特别是对老年父母和孩子来说，很有吸引力。)”，说明位置跟踪的优势，结合下文“Once you grow comfortable sharing your location with your family and friends, perhaps one day you’ll be happy to share it with your employer or even government agencies. (一旦你习惯于与家人和朋友分享你的位置，也许有一天你会很乐意与你的雇主甚至政府机构分享。)”可知，空格处承上启下，描述频繁使用位置追踪的风险，D项“The risk is that if you do it too often, it will be hard to turn around. (风险在于，如果你经常这样做，将很难不再使用了。)”前半句的“if you do it too often”与上文一致，“it will be hard to turn around”与下文一致，故选D。 话题3 语言学习 Passage 1 Learn how to improve spoken English with our five quick tips. Repeat the language! Repeat words and sentences over and over again until you can say them really fluently. 1 The more you say it, the more it becomes fixed in your brain, and then later when you’re speaking, it’ll come out naturally. 2 First, write out in note form the story you want to tell, and then using those notes, practise telling the story. Now this story could be something that happened to you or from a magazine. Just choose whatever you want, and practise telling it. Memorise language! 3 You can do this by writing them out, or by speaking them out loud so that you’ll be speaking normally. And the more you do this, the more they’ll stick in your mind. Simultaneous (同步的) speaking! Simultaneous speaking--it sounds difficult but it’s quite easy. And it’s something as easy as, you take an audio file(音频文件), and you listen along to it, and as you listen to it, you read it at the same time. 4 So, you’re trying to copy the intonation (语调), the pronunciation, the word stress(重音), and the sentence stress. Practise forming questions! Look at a sentence and see if you can change that into a question. 5 So, for example, when seeing the sentence, “She’s seen the film,” you need to change it into the question, “Has she seen the film?” And the more you do this, the more fluent and quicker you’ll get at making questions. A．Listen to English! B．Practise telling stories! C．But you can read your coursebook or a magazine. D．Try and remember as many phrases and expressions as you can. E．Making questions is quite difficult if you haven’t been practising it. F．For example, say “I went to the shops, I went to the shops” repeatedly. G．And as you read it, you try to say it at the same time as the other person speaking. 【答案】1．F 2．B 3．D 4．G 5．E 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章作者分享了五个如何快速提高英语口语的技巧。 1．F项“例如，反复说“I went to the shops, I went to the shops””是对前句“一遍又一遍地重复单词和句子，直到你能流利地说它们”的举例说明。F项切题。故选F项。 2．根据下文“首先，把你想讲的故事写成笔记，然后用笔记练习讲故事。这个故事可能发生在你身上，也可能来自杂志。只要选择你想要的，然后练习说出来”可知，用笔记的形式记下你想讲的故事，然后用这些笔记练习讲故事，由此可见，该段的主旨大意是“练习讲故事”。B项切题。故选B项。 3．根据本段的主题“记忆语言”可知，D项“试着记住尽可能多的短语和表达”符合本段主题。D项切题。故选D项。 4．根据划线前句“它很简单，你拿一个音频文件，你听它，当你听的时候，你同时读它”和后句“所以，你要试着复制语调、发音、单词的重音和句子的重音”可知，G项“当你读的时候，你要试着在对方说话的同时说出来”在此承上启下。G项切题。故选G项。 5．E项中的questions与该段小标题中的questions是原词复现，且根据下文中的“And the more you do this, the more fluent and quicker you’ll get at making questions.”可知，一开始将陈述句变为疑问句可能有些难，但通过不断的练习，你会越来越驾轻就熟。E项切题。故选E项。 Passage 2 English is one of the most widely spoken languages — it is guessed that nearly two billion people worldwide can speak English at the level of proficiency (熟练) in usage. 6 A report by the British Council shows the importance of the English language to the world. 7 It also recognizes how being able to speak English can give individuals a large advantage over others. If you want to know why you should learn English, read on. 8 Because of the number of English speakers in the world, many international companies choose English as their language for business use. Well-known companies are using English in the workplace and it’s not a moment too soon. Using the language is helping them to make communication easier and make their businesses more efficient. The idea of learning English has widely been accepted as the best practice. Some programs are in place to promote this, such as the “Right to Read” campaign (运动 ) in India. 9 They listen to a voice with an Indian accent reading from their textbook, and every spoken word is showed on a large screen. Because the language is understood in many parts of the world, being able to speak English can give travellers confidence and help them integrate (融入) into the culture. Imagine visiting the Shard in London, or the Chrysler Building in New York and being able to interact with the locals in their native language. 10 A．Mastering English makes one more likely to be accepted when seeking new jobs. B．That means they can hold a conversation with other English-speaking people. C．The satisfaction brings about further learning. D．Such visiting will provide learners with interesting experiences. E．It says non-native speakers are far more than native speakers. F．Students sit in state-of-the-art computer labs to learn how to master English. G．There’ re many other reasons why studying English today is a smart choice. 【答案】6．B 7．E 8．A 9．F 10．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了英语的广泛使用以及学习英语的好处。 6．根据上文“English is one of the most widely spoken languages—it is guessed that nearly two billion people worldwide can speak English at the level of proficiency (熟练) in usage. (英语是使用最广泛的语言之一，据估计，全世界有近20亿人能够熟练地说英语)”可知，上文告诉我们全世界有近20亿人能够熟练地说英语，B项意为“这意味着他们可以与其他说英语的人进行对话”，选项能够承接上文，能够熟练地说英语意味着可以与其他说英语的人进行对话。故选B。 7．根据上文“A report by the British Council shows the importance of the English language to the world. (英国文化协会的一份报告显示了英语对世界的重要性)”可知，上文告诉我们英国文化协会的一份报告显示了英语对世界的重要性，E项意为“它说非母语人士远远超过母语人士”，选项能够承接上文，“非母语人士远远超过母语人士”是英国文化协会报告的内容之一。E选项中“it says”也与下文“ It also recognizes”在句式上呼应。故选E。 8．根据下文“Because of the number of English speakers in the world, many international companies choose English as their language for business use. (由于世界上讲英语的人数众多，许多国际公司选择英语作为商务语言)”可知，下文告诉我们许多国际公司选择英语作为商务语言，A项意为“掌握英语使求职者更有可能被接受”，选项能够引起下文，下文内容解释了为什么掌握英语使求职者更有可能被接受，因为许多国际公司选择英语作为商务语言。故选A。 9．根据上文“Some programs are in place to promote this, such as the “Right to Read” campaign (运动 ) in India. (一些项目已经到位，以促进这一点，例如印度的“阅读权”运动)”可知，上文提到了印度的“阅读权”运动，F项意为“学生们坐在最先进的计算机实验室里学习如何掌握英语”，选项能够承接上文，介绍了这项运动的具体内容。故选F。 10．根据上文“Imagine visiting the Shard in London, or the Chrysler Building in New York and being able to interact with the locals in their native language. (想象一下，参观伦敦的碎片大厦或纽约的克莱斯勒大厦，并能够用当地人的母语与他们互动)”可知，上文描述了旅游者用当地人的母语与其互动的场景，D项意为“这样的访问将为学习者提供有趣的体验”，选项能够承接上文，用当地人的母语与他们互动将为学习者提供有趣的体验。故选D。 Passage 3 English Can Make You Confident It’s true what they say, that English can improve your life. It makes you smarter and helps you meet people and earn more money, among other things. 11 Imagine you’re in an English class. 12 You finished two minutes ago, and now the people round you are asking you for help. You know all the answers, and feel respected and admired. You’re flying back from your vacation and see that the person next to you is reading an American newspaper. 13 “The engines are awfully loud, aren’t they?” you say. “Yeah. It feels like the airplane might break into pieces any moment , he laughs. The conversation takes off and you take part easily, and enjoy yourself. You get off the plane smiling. What a great flight! 14 You decide to read a book in English to pass the time. Others on the bus notice, and look at you with admiration. They would like to be able to read English, but can’t. You feel satisfied, and are glad you put the time into learning the language. You’re at an international airport. You walk quickly, and look confident. 15 You know that if there were any problems you could easily communicate with the airport staff in their own language. You walk to your gate, thinking how inconvenient it could be if you didn’t know English. A．You also want to read the newspaper. B．You understand all the signs and announcements. C．But do you know how to learn English well? D．You’re taking the bus to school the way you do every day. E．The whole class is doing an exercise and then discussing it noisily. F．But have you ever wondered how it would feel to be really good at English? G．Since the flight is going to take a long time, you decide to start a conversation. 【答案】11．F 12．E 13．G 14．D 15．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。俗话说，英语能改善生活，这话不假。它能让你变得更聪明，帮助你认识更多的人，赚更多的钱。文章主要通过几个场景设置来呈现英语很好是一种什么样的感觉。 11．根据上文“It’s true what they say, that English can improve your life. It makes you smarter and helps you meet people and earn more money, among other things.(俗话说，英语能改善生活，这话不假。它能让你变得更聪明，帮助你认识更多的人，赚更多的钱)”结合后文关于英语很好的各种场景设想，可推知，本句总起下文，在说明设想自己英语真的很好会是什么感觉。故F选项“但是你有没有想过如果英语真的很好会是什么样的感觉？”符合语境，故选F。 12．根据上文“Imagine you’re in an English class.(假设你在上英语课)”以及后文“You finished two minutes ago, and now the people round you are asking you for help. You know all the answers, and feel respected and admired.(你两分钟前就做完了，现在你周围的人都来找你帮忙了。你知道所有的答案，并感到受人尊重和钦佩)”可知，本段设置的场景是在上英语课，故本句应当是在说明上英语班上的情况，结合后文知道答案，可推知全班正在做练习。故E选项“全班同学正在做练习，然后大声讨论”符合语境，故选E。 13．根据上文“You’re flying back from your vacation and see that the person next to you is reading an American newspaper.(你度假坐飞机归来，发现身旁的人正在看一份美国报纸)”以及后文“The engines are awfully loud, aren’t they?”you say.(“发动机太吵了，不是吗?”你说)”可知，本段设置的场景是在回来的飞机上，且后文引用了对话，说明本句是在说明决定与人交谈。且G选项中flight对应最后一句“What a great flight!(多棒的一次飞行啊！)”中的flight。故G选项“由于飞行时间很长，你决定开始交谈”符合语境，故选G。 14．根据后文“You decide to read a book in English to pass the time. Others on the bus notice, and look at you with admiration. They would like to be able to read English, but can’t. You feel satisfied, and are glad you put the time into learning the language.(你决定读一本英文书来打发时间。车上别人注意到了，并羡慕地看着你。他们希望能够读懂英语，但却不能。你感到满足，并且为你花时间学习这门语言而高兴)”可知，后文提到了车上的人，说明本段的场景设定在公交汽车上，D选项中bus对应后文on the bus。故D选项“你每天都像往常一样乘公共汽车上学”符合语境，故选D。 15．根据上文“You’re at an international airport. You walk quickly, and look confident.(你现在是在国际机场。你走得很快，看起来很自信)”以及后文“You know that if there were any problems you could easily communicate with the airport staff in their own language. You walk to your gate, thinking how inconvenient it could be if you didn’t know English.(你知道，如果有什么问题，你可以很容易地用机场工作人员的母语与他们沟通。你走到门口，想着如果你不懂英语该有多不方便)”可知，本段设置的场景是在机场，且上文提到了很自信，走得很快，可推知，本句是在说明自信的原因：机场的标志和通知你都能理解意思。故B选项“你能看懂和听懂所有的标志和通知”符合语境，故选B。 $