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专题02 阅读七选五4大常考话题 话题1体育赛事（常考点）（人与社会） 话题3 科学技术（常考点）（人与社会） 话题2 艺术(音乐,美术和诗歌)（人与社会） 话题4 饮食与医疗健康（常考点）（人与自我） 22 / 22 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 饮食健康（人与自我） Passage 1 The best way to get started with cooking — or improve the skills you already have — is to make friends with your kitchen, says Mark Bittman.” 1 You can do this by opening drawers and doors, seeing what’s in the fridge, and learning about knives and tools,” Bittman, author of the new book How to Cook Everything Kids, told The Week Junior. Here’s how to get started. 2 The first thing you’ ll want to know about your kitchen is what ingredients (食材) — all the different food and seasonings (调味品) — you have to work with. Ingredients can be found in several places. 3 Seeing what you have can help you decide what you can make right away or whether you need to add to your family’s shopping list to make a recipe (食谱). Take stock of(盘点) tools and equipment. These are the nonfood items you’ll need in order to prepare, cook, and serve what you make. They can include mixing bowls, measuring cups,cutting boards, pots, and small machines. Ask an adult what each is used for. 4 For example, a cookie sheet can be used to make cookies, but it’s also useful for roasting cut-up vegetables mixed with olive oil and salt and pepper. Stay safe and be comfortable. Now that you know what you have to work with, you can get started.You’ll enjoy cooking much more if you take the time to set up everything you need to be comfortable — and safe. 5 And they can also supervise (指导) while you use them. A．Let go of perfection. B．Begin with the ingredients. C．You may be surprised that some have different uses. D．Exploring the kitchen is the best way to begin cooking. E．Look around, then touch, smell, and taste what you find. F．He shares how kids can improve their cooking confidence. G．Your parents can show you the proper way to use kitchen tools. Passage 2 Sportsmanship is a very important aspect of athletics including fair play, respect, and honesty. 6 As is often mentioned, friendship comes first and competition second. Let’s find some best practices for promoting fair play and respect among athletes. Sportsmanship starts with the athletes themselves. Leading by example is critical in setting the climate for fair play and respect. Athletes should demonstrate honesty, humility, and respect for opponents, officials, and teammates. They should follow the rules, accept decisions gracefully, and recognize outstanding performances. 7 Effective and respectful communication is essential in promoting sportsmanship. 8 This kind of communication helps solve conflicts (冲突), enhances understanding, and promotes a positive atmosphere. Encouraging athletes to express their opinions respectfully creates an environment where differences are accepted and peacefully addresses conflicts. 9 Coaches and officials play a significant role in emphasizing the fairness of the competition by ensuring that rules are supported constantly. They should prioritize honesty and prevent cheating, disrespect, or rude behavior. By emphasizing fair play, athletes learn to compete with honor, respect their opponents’ abilities, and understand that the true value of victory lies in the process and effort. The effort and improvement of athletes should be celebrated. Sportsmanship values effort, improvement, and personal growth as much as victory. Coaches, parents, and teammates should recognize and celebrate the commitment, determination, and struggle demonstrated by athletes. 10 This can help athletes develop a healthy mindset, which influences them positively in all aspects. A．Fair play lies at the heart of sportsmanship. B．Schools should provide training programs for athletes. C．It’s better to focus on the journey rather than the result. D．Athletes should have constructive dialogue with opponents. E．It goes beyond competition, emphasizing morality and values. F．Participation of athletes of all levels promotes a sense of belonging. G．With these values, athletes can inspire others to have sportsmanship. Passage 3 When you’re exhausted, the thought of putting on gym clothes and pushing yourself to work out can feel impossible. 11 . A new fitness trend has given a fresh name to these super low-intensity (低强度) activities: “zone zero” exercise. 12 . It generally refers to any activity in which your heart rate stays below half of its maximum capacity, such as taking an slow walk after dinner, going for an easy bike ride, playing with your kids or doing light housework. 13 . If you spend most of your time sitting, even adding a modest amount of movement to your day can help to improve your health. Over time, moving more step by step and at gradually higher intensities can improve your balance, muscle strength and endurance, too. Some studies suggest that people who are completely inactive face a significantly higher death rate compared with those who move slightly more. If zone zero activity is the only movement in your routine, the experts recommended incorporating (融入) it as often as possible throughout your day. 14 . Zone zero shouldn’t replace more intense exercise. However, if you regularly exercise at moderate or high intensities, zone zero training can be a useful complement but not a substitute (替代). 15 . But on rest days, it can be a worthwhile form of active rest or recovery. Don’t overcomplicate it. Giving the activities of everyday life a seemingly formal name may motivate some people, especially those who have felt excluded from more intense fitness spaces. But the key point is to increase your daily movement in whatever way feels manageable and sustainable. A．Less active people may benefit more from zone zero B．It can also be a helpful start to more intense exercise C．But a casual walk or a good stretch might not seem out of reach D．Exercise such as running with a group helps you to be more social E．Exercise requiring more effort will lead to greater fitness benefits F．Zone zero training is meant to be so easy that it feels almost effortless G．The benefits of physical activity go far beyond just physical fitness Passage 4 I’m a hiker — “born to hike”. It does my heart and soul good to take a pack and head out on a trail, especially when I’m alone and can let my mind wander where it will. The experience of hiking is unique, research suggests, conveying benefits beyond what you receive from typical exercise. 16 Hiking keeps your mind sharper than many other forms of exercise. As a professional writer, although I’m busy with my work, I often spare some time to hike. 17 18 Exercise in general can be a good way to decrease stress. But what sets hiking apart from other forms of exercise is that it’s done outdoors in a natural setting. It can happen almost anywhere and give you the happiness that you can take from nature. Hiking can increase our creativity. I’m sure I’m not alone in finding that walks in nature let my mind wander freely in creative directions. 19 Sometimes, ideas relevant to music come up from unconscious places when I’m not deliberately thinking. Hiking helps strengthen a positive relationship with the natural world. Besides being good for us, hiking may also help the world around us. After all, if we stick to walking and covering longer distances, we could use cars less and reduce our carbon footprint. 20 For example, it increases our connection to nature. As one study suggests, when we have a personal connection to nature, we are more likely to want to protect it. That means experiences in nature-like hiking can be mutually beneficial, helping people and the earth. So, grab a water bottle, a backpack … and head out on the trail. You won’t be sorry you did. A．Here is what science is saying about the benefits of hiking. B．Personally, it’s easy to hit upon some creative ideas while at home alone C．It not just makes me feel good but also keeps my brain in top shape. D．Hiking helps to keep you calm and happy. E．As a matter of fact, I have written many of my songs while hiking on a trail. F．Beyond that, hiking benefits our planet indirectly. G．This all goes to show that hiking may be one of the best ways to move your body. Passage 5 School sports meets are exciting events filled with energy and competition. 21 Taking proactive steps to protect yourself can ensure you enjoy every moment without sidelining(退出比赛) yourself with pain or discomfort. Never skip proper warm-ups. Before diving into any sport, spend 5-10 minutes on dynamic stretches such as leg swings, arm circles, and body twists. 22 This process loosens tight muscles, increases blood flow to your limbs, and readies your body for the sudden bursts of activity that sports demand—all of which significantly lower the risk of strains or pulls. 23 Loose clothing might feel comfortable, but it can get caught in equipment like hurdles or basketball hoops, leading to trips or tugs. Opt for fitted, moisture-wicking fabrics that move with your body instead. Even more crucial is footwear: running shoes with shock-absorbing soles cushion your feet during sprints, while basketball shoes with reinforced ankles prevent awkward twists when changing direction quickly. Strictly follow the rules. Coaches and organizers design these rules to keep everyone safe. In relay races, for example, passing the baton within the designated zone avoids collisions with other teams. In high jump, waiting for the mat to clear before your attempt prevents dangerous crashes. Ignoring these guidelines isn't just unfair. 24 Don't forget to cool down after competing. Once your event ends, walk briskly for 5-10 minutes instead of collapsing on the grass. Follow this with static(静止的) stretches, holding each position (like touching your toes or stretching your chest) for 15-30 seconds. This helps your heart rate return to normal, reduces muscle tightness, and speeds up recovery. 25 A．Invest in suitable gear(装备). B．It's a sure way to invite accidents. C．Prepare good equipment in advance. D．Or you will end up in the school clinic. E．And you'll be ready for your next event or practice. F．However, nothing puts a damper on(使扫兴) the fun like an unexpected injury. G．Pair these with light jogging or jumping jacks(开合跳) to gradually raise your heart rate. Passage 6 Influencers say sprinting (快跑) is the best way to burn fat. It sounds easy in theory — just run fast! 26 You shouldn’t just get up from the seat and right away start a super intense sprint training plan. So how can you add sprinting to your regular workouts safely? Start with a strong fitness base. If you’re not there yet, walking may be a better entry point. Then, ideally with guidance from a trainer, you can work sprint intervals (间隔) into your routine. Experts recommend starting with twice a week and no more than three. 27 28 You could go for a 5-to 10-minute walk to raise your core temperature and get your muscles warmed up. Then add active movements, such as leg swings, or high knees. Other exercise, like plyometric drills, can also help prepare your muscles. The footwear and surface also have to be suitable. 29 Treadmills (跑步机) work too—if they aren’t too hard. People with some body injuries should avoid sprinting. Instead, choose to get similar benefits from performing sprint-style intervals on a bike or in the pool. Finally, don’t treat sprinting as a one-size-fits-all solution. 30 Make sure that you’re covering all training zones, including weight training and high intensity. If you start ignoring pieces, you run the risk of becoming imbalanced and then opening up the door for injury. A．But it’s harder than it looks. B．Your body likes variation to adapt. C．Sprinting is only suitable for young people. D．Sprinting should be done daily for best results. E．Otherwise, you may overdo it and wear your body out. F．A sports field and a good pair of trainers can reduce impact. G．Warming up is a necessity for something as intense as sprints. 话题2 艺术(音乐,美术和诗歌)（人与社会） Passage 1 Research has found that music, serving as more than an art form, can be a powerful tool to promote mental well-being. Here are some associated benefits. Make you happy 1 . For example, you’ve probably felt a sense of relaxation while listening to comforting instruments before bed, the burst energy while singing in the shower, or the almost spiritual experience of hearing your favorite singer live. Researchers have drawn a connection between music and emotional control. 2 . Protect the immune system (免疫系统) Playing and listening to music helps reduce the production of cortisol (皮质醇) in the human body. Cortisol is known to weaken the immune system and cause a decrease in bone density in human beings. 3 . Additionally, for recovering patients, it is recommended by researchers that they listen to uplifting music as it helps increase the antibodies present in their immune system to fight diseases. 4 Music serves as a medium for social interactions. Group activities such as singing in a choir or playing in drumming circles can provide a sense of belonging. Having an outlet for social connection is crucial for mental health, as feelings of loneliness can worsen mental health issues. Performing as a group can also increase each player’s sense of cooperation and community. Maintain our cognitive (认知的) functions The complex process of playing music challenges a wide variety of brain activities that can improve a musician’s motor skills and the ability to compose. When children start gaining musical training from an early age, it can make a significant impact on furthering their cognitive development, including improvements in abilities connected learning languages, academic performance, and social skills. 5 . A．Help in stress relief B．Strengthen social connection C．Music used for treatment is not limited to just one practice D．Similarly, music can help older populations keep their minds sharp E．Chances are that you have noticed the influence of music on your mood F．By limiting it, music therefore helps the body protect itself from the harm G．They find that our brain will give off a feel-good chemical when we listen to music Passage 2 The Surprising Power of Music in Our Daily Lives Do you often study with headphones on? Or feel a sudden energy boost when your favorite song comes on? Music is far more than just entertainment; it’s a powerful force that shapes our feelings, thoughts, and even actions in many ways. 6 This is the most common use of music. A fast-paced song can make you feel excited and ready for a workout, while a gentle melody can help you calm down after a long day. When you feel sad, listening to a song that understands your feelings can be a great comfort. It’s like having a friend who always knows what to say. Music Serves as a Focus Tool. For many students, music is a necessary study partner. 7 This type of music, often without lyrics, creates a steady background atmosphere. It helps block out distracting noises like conversations or traffic, allowing you to concentrate better on your homework. Music Builds Social Connection. Music brings people together. Think about school concerts or parties. 8 Sharing a taste in music can be the start of a friendship. It acts as a universal language that helps us connect with others and feel part of a group. Music Brings Back Memories. Have you ever heard a song from your childhood and suddenly been flooded with clear memories? Music has a strong connection to memory. 9 Setting facts or vocabulary to a simple tune can make them much easier to remember. Try singing your next history timeline to a melody! Music Boosts Motivation. Finally, music is a fantastic motivator. Need to clean your room or finish a long run? Some upbeat music can be the answer. 10 So next time you face a boring task, turn on some energetic music. You might be surprised at how much faster it gets done. A．Music regulates our emotions. B．Music shapes our identity and culture. C．This is why it can be a valuable learning aid. D．It provides a rhythm that makes work lighter. E．It improves your mood and reduces the feeling of fatigue. F．In these settings, shared musical experiences create a sense of unity. G．Specifically, classical or light music is often chosen for this purpose. Passage 3 Can you think of a day without music? We can hear music everywhere: in the streets and at home, over the radio and on TV, in the shops and in the parks. 11 They listen to music, they dance to music, and they learn to play musical instruments. Music isn’t only a combination of pleasant sounds. It is an art which reflects life. There are a lot of different kinds of music. Some of them appeared long ago, and some are modern. Folk music appeared long ago, but it is still alive. Folk songs are very pleasant to listen to. 12 Rap is a modern musical style where the singer speaks or shouts the words in time to music with a steady beat. Great Britain has produced more popular music stars than any other country. British groups often set new trends in music. 13 Many of the new bands have been able to use changes in technology to develop their music such as computerised drum machines, synthesisers and other electronic instruments. 14 So people’s musical interests range from pop and rock music to classical music and opera. My favourite style of music is pop music, because it is full of energy. When I listen to pop music it makes me remember happy times and forget the problems of everyday life. I also enjoy listening to classical music. Music appeals to our hearts. 15 Music is beauty in sounds; it is our magic source of inspiration. A．Tastes differ. B．Music is quite unlike any other art form. C．It comforts our souls and enriches our minds. D．People all over the world are fond of music. E．Classical music is often associated with the music of the past. F．New styles, groups and singers continue to appear. G．Music is a great channel for releasing your emotions. Passage 4 Reimagining history is a fascinating phenomenon in contemporary art. More and more, I realize that artists are trying to retell historical events and past figures, to reflect on the past and to offer new perspectives on our current context. Artists have taken historical figures and given them new meanings that I find inspiring. Wiley, for instance, is known for his portraits of Black men and women in poses traditionally associated with the upper class. 16 That invites me to reflect on the power in the history of art. On the other hand, Christian Boltanski reimagines history by focusing on the traces of ordinary people. His artwork, The Heart Archives, is a collection of recorded heartbeats from thousands of people around the world, stored on a remote island in Japan. Instead of focusing on grand historical events, Boltanski builds a bridge to the past through the most universal human experience. 17 18 Projects like “The Legacy of the 1960s” at the Museum of Modern Art in New York gather works from multiple artists that analyze the impact of social movements from that decade. This cooperative approach allows me to hear various voices, offering me a richer and more complex view of history. Reimagining history can also be an act of protest. Artists like Doris Salcedo address painful historical events, such as the violence in Colombia, to give voice to the forgotten victims. Through this emotional art piece, Salcedo invites audience to reflect on the pain of the past and its relevance in the present, reminding us that the past is never truly separate from the present. 19 20 Some argue that reimagining history can belittle serious events or twist historical truth. It is essential that artists, including myself, approach this process with responsibility and a critical sense. A．His work aims to portray the Black in a realistic way. B．However, I am aware reimagining is not without its criticisms. C．Reimagining successfully lead people to view history critically. D．This type of work not only honors memory but also calls for action. E．Through such poetic gestures, I feel a deep sense of shared humanity. F．Besides individual artists, collective exhibitions are key in reimagining. G．In doing so, he challenges historical accounts that ignore people of color. Passage 5 Poetry challenges to enrich your reading life Whether you desire for more poetry or simply appreciate striving for reading goals, these three poetry challenges can serve as that push to create space for more poetry in your life. 21 . Finally, they will help you know new works and writers, and much more. · 22 If a daily commitment interests you, visit Poets.org to sign up for the ever-popular Poem-a-Day newsletter. Over 250,000 people have subscribed to receive a “new” poem every weekday and a “classic” poem every weekend day. Each month, a different guest editor takes charge of the weekday publications. Recent editors include Fatimah Asghar Anai Duplan, and Rachel Eliza Griffiths. ·Take part in National Poetry Writing Month (NaPoWriMo) If you prefer shorter commitments, NaPoWriMo takes place every April during National Poetry Month. For NaPoWriMo, poetry lovers pen “30 poems in 30 days”. Often while sitting at your writing desk and waiting on the muses (灵感), you can reach for authors and pieces that move you. 23 . ·Create your own poetry challenge 24 . Why not borrow what fits your current life from those exciting challenges and invite other poetry enthusiasts to participate? If you do find yourself inspired by others, please credit the lovely minds that dreamed up the challenges. Whether you’re new to poetry or a long-time fan, I’m crossing my fingers and toes that these poetry challenges cause you to form a deeper connection to the genre. 25 . If you’re interested in getting involved in poems, you can click 50 Must-Read Best Poetry Books and Where to Find Free Poetry Online to get helpful resources. A．Meet more recent editors B．Sign up for Poem-a-Day Newsletter C．Many poetry challenges exist because of others D．Perhaps writing poems will keep you reading poems, too E．In short, it gives you opportunities to create poetry challenges F．And I hope it pushes you to put poetry first in your reading life G．Also, they can connect you with a community of poetry readers Passage 6 Poetry expresses emotions and conveys ideas, but that’s not all it can do. 26 When you’re writing poetry, keep your goal in mind: are you writing to stir emotion, or to get a good grade on your essay? Here are a few tips to help you write a good poem. 27 To determine a topic to write about, look for inspiration around you, perhaps in nature, your community or the people in your life. Take notes on how different things make you feel and what they drive you to think about. Once you have a topic and a theme in mind, choose to write in a particular style so that you force yourself to find a way to creatively express your theme while fitting that style’s limits. Explore words, rhymes (韵律) and rhythm (节奏). Specific rhythm or rhyme highlights your poem’s themes and wordplay (双关语). To use rhythm well, pair it with a specific style. If you choose a style, read similar poems for reference. 28 Now it’s time to write! Whether you use a pen and paper or type on a computer, give yourself some uninterrupted time to focus on writing the poem. Don’t expect to write something perfect on the first try. 29 Even if your lines don’t rhyme perfectly, write what’s on your mind. The theme your words are expressing is more important than the specific words themselves. Once you have a draft, the next step is to edit your poem. 30 Then in a day or two, come back to your poem with a critical eye. Read it aloud again, take note of any spots where you can replace a word with a stronger one, tighten your rhythm, or even remove words that aren’t adding anything to the poem. A．But first, give yourself a break. B．Decide what you want to write about. C．Instead, focus on getting your words out. D．It can give voice to feelings and communicate thoughts. E．This helps you understand how rhythm works in that style. F．It can also tell stories and communicate hidden messages. G．Using simple words is always the best choice for poetry writing. 话题3 科学技术（人与社会） Passage 1 How to Stay Safe Online It’s no secret that the internet is home to some shady characters, but staying safe online doesn’t require you to turn your internet off. Instead, stay mindful and take a look at these easy tips on internet safety. 1 When it comes to online safety, it goes without saying that you should never share your passwords, banking information, or address online. Keep in mind that identity theft isn’t the only risk. 2 For example, information about your relationships could be used to figure out answers to your security questions or even give hackers (黑客) a tip-off when it comes to guessing your password. Double-check any links before you click. When checking your email or looking through social media, make sure you know and trust any links before you click on them. One way to tell if a link is safe is to run a mouse over it. 3 Check to make sure the preview link matches the site it should be from. You can verify (证实) the correct site link by googling the company name. Create and use complex passwords. You should always use complex passwords to improve internet safety. If you need some help coming up with a secure password, here are some tips. Make it at least 15 characters long-longer, if possible. 4 Don’t use sequences of numbers or letters, like “qwerty.” Back up your data. Most Macs and PCs have the option to let you back up your data, and it’s worthwhile taking the time to do it every so often. Data backups can be a lifesaver if your computer gets infected with a virus. 5 A．Be careful who you chat with. B．Mix up letters, numbers, and symbols. C．Don’t share your personal information. D．This will show a preview of the full link. E．This tip includes links sent to you by friends. F．You can restore your computer to its original state. G．Some details are riskier to share than you’d expect. Passage 2 Aging Isn’t Just About Decline We spend billions fighting aging and yet scientists argue this focus on decline misses the bigger picture. “Aging isn’t worsening: it’s living,” says Professor Michelle Feng. A key factor for that is stress management: Studies show older adults exhibit calmer responses under pressure. 6 . Emotional intelligence deepens with time. While youth often hold back emotions, older adults excel in looking at challenges differently. 7 . So elders are always honored as our life instructors. “When your time is more limited, you may focus on meaningful things that can benefit you now instead of in the future,” says Feng. 8 Long-term partnerships frequently reach peak satisfaction in their 60s and 70s. Women, in particular, report heightened emotional fulfillment despite physical changes. This agrees with broader happiness trends and studies now suggest the longer you are with your life partner, the closer you will be. Critically, mindset shapes outcomes. 9 .A landmark study found that people embracing positive aging lived 7.5 years longer than those resigned to decline. “How we age isn’t predetermined,” Feng emphasizes. “We really have so much more control over how we age than we think we do, and that can empower you to make decisions that are good for you.” From stress management to daily joy, the data underlines aging as an ongoing process of growth—not just loss. 10 . A．Closeness often improves with age B．Elders are confronted with more challenges C．This kind of wisdom improves emotional intelligence D．In turn, these positive reactions lead to better mental health E．It’s a common belief that older adults are less capable of handling moods F．Therefore, if our attitude makes a positive change, we can lead a better later life G．What we think about aging has a huge impact on how we actually experience it Passage 3 Nearsightedness is a common vision condition in which close objects look clear but far objects look blurry. 11 Myopia happens when the shape of the eye — or the shape of certain parts of the eye — causes light rays to bend or refract. Roughly 42% of Americans are nearsighted today, compared to 25% in 1971. The World Health Organization (WHO) predicts that about half of the world’s population will have myopia, or nearsightedness, by 2050. It’s clear that our vision is becoming increasingly blurry, but researchers are only now beginning to understand why. While our first response is to blame the increased use of screens, experts believe the real reason is not that, exactly, but it’s related: namely less time spent outdoors. 12 A 2017 study published in JAMA Ophthalmology found a link between increased UVB (中波紫外线) exposure and a decrease in myopia, particularly in children and young adults. 13 . Most screens are high contrast-like black text on a white page, or light text on a dark background. It’s still a theory, but some scientists think that the contrast of reading a book or looking at a bright screen in a dark room might be overstimulating our retinas (视网膜), causing more eye growth in children. Most people’s vision will stabilize in their teens, but some people develop myopia later in life, typically between ages 20 and 40. 14 . People with myopia are at a higher risk of developing eye issues as they age, such as glaucoma, early cataracts and macular degeneration. That’s why regular eye examinations are important. 15 , such as ensuring that you are reading or working in good light, choosing non-glare screens for your computer or TV and taking frequent breaks. A．Blurry vision isn’t the only problem. B．There is a sharp increase in nearsightedness. C．The medical term for nearsightedness is myopia. D．Natural light is essential for healthy eye development. E．That said, our increased use of screens is still a problem. F．Researchers are working on ways to slow down rising myopia rates. G．You can also prevent eye issues by making a few simple lifestyle changes. Passage 4 For centuries, we kept track of our time by using paper calendars (日历), which were pretty but limited. With technological advances, digital calendars have appeared. 16 But features were quickly added to make them incredibly powerful. Here are some ways a digital calendar will handle your busy schedule better than pen and paper. Repeating events are always there. Many of the events on our calendar aren’t something we do once. 17 Attend a book club at 11 each Saturday? Go to the softball center at 6:30 on Thursdays? When you create such events, every occurrence automatically shows up on your calendar. 18 With a paper calendar, you can only schedule meetings and write down a save-the-date a few months in advance. But that’s it. A digital calendar lets you go as far as you need to. And you can schedule something for 2031 as though it were next week. You’ll get there on time! When you record the location of an appointment in your digital calendar, you can get directions to the event. Even better, your phone or computer can take current traffic conditions into account. 19 Co-ordinating (协调) schedules is easy to achieve. When you have to co-ordinate with others, a shared digital calendar helps. It can keep the problem from becoming increasingly harder. 20 Remind participants of the rescheduled, relocated, or removed meetings, and keep everyone on the same page. A．You can see far into the future. B．They’re something we do over and over. C．Can you make a digital calendar look more beautiful? D．However, you may forget that someone is waiting for you. E．At first, they were little more than a direct translation of paper ones. F．Thus, your digital calendar will inform you of a suitable time to leave. G．Let your calendar search for the next time when everyone is available. Passage 5 After hours of cooking and arranging the table, your goal is simple: to create an unforgettable dining experience for your guests. But success isn’t just about fresh ingredients or cooking skills. 21 Colour’s influence starts with the first glance. 22 The brain processes colour information and links it to taste, making us judge the same dish as delicious, average, or unappealing. So, making the food visually attractive is key, as guests will assume it tastes as good as it looks. For picky eaters, bowl colour is crucial. 23 They often find meals in red or blue bowls saltier than in white ones. A red bowl can also make them hesitant to try new dishes, and they might even refuse food if the bowl’s colour doesn’t suit them. Choosing the right tableware colour is top priority here. White plates are usually a safe choice, but avoid them with pale foods, which will look tasteless. They work well with vibrant dishes like salads or roasted meats, making the food’s colours stand out. For desserts, white plates enhance sweetness and flavor intensity. 24 Black plates, for example, can make food seem saltier and larger in portion. This means dark tableware needs careful consideration of the dish’s flavor and portion size. On the contrary, bright plates add creativity and highlight less colorful foods but can go wrong. 25 matching the plate’s colour too closely to the food can make portions seem smaller, as everything blends. Understanding colour psychology lets you turn a simple meal into a memorable experience — all through smart tableware choices. It allows you to guide your guests’ perceptions subtly, ensuring that each dish not only tastes wonderful but also feels perfectly suited to the moment. A．Dark plates have more varied effects. B．They prefer simple tableware without any patterns. C．The wrong bright shade makes food look artificial. D．That initial visual impression brings about a chain reaction. E．Using the wrong colour can ruin the overall dining mood. F．Their reactions to tableware colours are often more sensitive. G．The colour of tableware like plates, shapes how guests feel about the food. 话题4 饮食与医疗健康（人与社会） Passage 1 When you think of robots, a wide series of images may come to mind. Do you imagine them walking and talking like humans, completely integrating into our social life or performing difficult tasks with ease? While robots have made remarkable advancements in recent years, they still face numerous challenges in truly copying human behavior. 1 Robots are increasingly being used in healthcare settings for a variety of tasks. From assisting in surgeries (外科手术) to providing companionship for the elderly, robots are becoming invaluable members of the healthcare team. 2 They rely heavily on advanced technology. Advanced sensors and artificial intelligence (AI) are key to a robot’s ability to understand and respond to its environment. 3 They can also analyze the collected data, and make informed decisions based on that information. For example, a robot designed to assist in surgeries can use sensors to monitor a patient’s vital signs in real time and change its actions accordingly. This ensures that the robot’s actions are always in the best interest of the patient. 4 They can be programmed to provide specific exercises or treatments tailored to an individual patient’s needs. This personalized approach ensures patients receive the most effective treatment possible. Furthermore, robots can also reduce the workload of healthcare professionals. Despite the many benefits of using robots in healthcare, there are still concerns about their safety and effectiveness. 5 As technology continues to advance, we can expect to see more robots playing a critical role in healthcare, changing the way we approach medical care. A．But how do these robots know what and how to do? B．The future of robotics in the use of surgeries is promising. C．In addition, robots are also playing a part in patient care. D．However, the field of health care is not without challenges. E．These technologies allow robots to detect changes in their surroundings. F．Researchers are constantly working to improve them in the robotic systems. G．However, one area where robots are making significant progress in healthcare. Passage 2 Most of us know that eating too much sugar isn’t good for us. With its consumption being linked to health dangers, sugar is high on most our lists of bad habits worth giving up. Reducing sugar intake helps you avoid the harms of over-consumption. It can also bring about some surprising upsides. 6 To gain such benefits, the first thing to understand is that not all sugar is bad for you. There’s a big difference between natural sugars and added sugars. 7 They not only provide energy but also offer sweetness to entice (引诱) us to eat the foods that contain important nutrients (营养成分). 8 In other words, you’re eating a lot of sugar, but you’re also getting many important nutrients your body needs. Added sugars, on the other hand, are sugars that are introduced to foods during processing, cooking, or at the table. There are more than 200 names for various added sugars on food labels. 9 Or, foods with added sugars don't provide meaningful amounts of any vitamins,minerals, or dietary fiber to offset them. Dropping or limiting added sugars in the diet can help you not only avoid such outcomes but can also improve your quality of life. 10 . One study showed that adolescents with a fatty liver disease who followed a low-sugar diet for just eight weeks improved their liver health. Short-term decreases in added sugar can also help you avoid sugar crashes and make it easier to maintain energy and healthier habits in the long term. A．Natural sugar can affect your mood as well. B．Natural sugars in the foods are naturally occurring. C．Those nutrients balance the sugar contained within. D．These include improved mood, skin and dental health. E．They are often added to sweeten the taste of unhealthy foods. F．Even temporarily reducing added sugars can provide benefits. G．Limiting sugar intake before a test may help you think more clearly. Passage 3 Being one of the most varied foods, eggs are a great addition to any diet. Not only are they easier to add to just about any meal, but they are also incredibly nutritious and support overall health. 11 You may experience better brain function. Eggs provide choline (胆碱) — a key substance that enhances communication between brain cells, ensuring messages are delivered efficiently like a well-organized delivery system. Thus, eating eggs regularly can strengthen your memory. 12 What’s more, the nutrients in eggs act like brain fuel, keeping you focused during classes or while doing homework. You may have healthier eyes. Eating eggs helps protect your eyes with natural substances that act as natural sunglasses, blocking harmful light like screen blue light. Egg yolks contain more eye guarding nutrients than carrots, reducing eye fatigue (疲劳) during study sessions. 13 You can have stronger muscles and bones. Eggs provide quality protein for muscle repair after exercise, while their vitamin D works with other nutrients like calcium and phosphorus to strengthen bones. 14 Regular consumption supports muscle growth during daily activities and keeps bones strong. 15 It may seem like other foods are much better at making you feel full, but eggs are actually an excellent selection to help you keep it that way. They are the ideal mix of protein and fat and can be extremely satisfying and filling. By consuming more eggs, you are able to significantly decrease short term food and snacks. A．Eggs are a good source when you’re busy B．You can have a full stomach for longer time. C．You can get more protein after having an egg. D．So regular egg consumption helps maintain clear vision. E．This makes it easier to remember school lessons or daily tasks F．When you eat eggs regularly, this is what happens to your body. G．They can help to maintain bone structure and prevent weakness. Passage 4 Our tongue plays a crucial role in eating, talking, and other vital functions. It is not a single muscle but rather a muscular organ made up of eight muscle pairs that help it move. The surface of the tongue is covered by tiny bumps. 16 They’re called papillae and give the tongue a rough surface. These are sometimes mistaken for taste buds, but they’re not. Of your 200,000-300,000 papillae, only a small part contains taste buds. So what does a healthy tongue look like? A healthy tongue is pink, although the shade may vary from person to person, ranging from dark to light pink. 17 But great changes or discoloration may indicate a disease or other issues. When you go to see a doctor, your tongue can reveal a lot about your health. The doctor will look for any changes in the tongue’s surface or how it moves, which can indicate issues in the mouth itself and show the state of your overall health as well. 18 Cleaning your tongue twice a day can help you check how your tongue looks and feels - and improve your breath. 19 Cleaning your tongue only takes around 10-15 seconds, but it is a good way to check in with your health and can easily be incorporated into your teeth brushing routine. You can clean your tongue by gently scrubbing it with a regular toothbrush. This removes any food debris and helps prevent microbes building up on its rough textured (有纹理的) surface. Or you can use a special tongue scraper (刮刀). Your co-workers will thank you as well — cleaning your tongue can help combat stinky breath. Tongue scrapers are particularly effective at removing the bacteria that commonly causes bad breath, hidden in the tongue’s surface. 20 A．They can be seen and felt. B．How should you clean your tongue? C．So how to keep our tongues healthy? D．A small amount of white coating can be normal. E．So take small, daily action to ensure you’ve good health. F．But there’s no need to wait anxiously for a trip to the doctor. G．So if you’ve been dealing with a bad breath, try cleaning your tongue today. Passage 5 Nature comforts our stressed-out souls. We know that nature is the best prescription, and new research suggests we can gain benefits while visiting parks. 21 The study published in the International Journal of Environmental Health Research found that spending 20 minutes in a city park can make you happier, regardless of whether you use that time to exercise or not. “In general, we found park visitors reported an improvement in emotional well-being after the park visit,”  the study’s lead author, Professor Hon K. Yuen at the University of Alabama at Birmingham said in a statement. “ 22 Instead, we found time spent in the park is related to improved emotional well-being. ” For the study, 94 adults visited three city parks in Mountain Brook, Alabama. 23 They also completed a questionnaire about their subjective well-being before and after their visit. A visit of between 20 and 25 minutes showed the best results, with a roughly 64% increase in the participants’ self-reported well-being, even if they didn’t move a great deal in the park. 24 The study group was truly small, as the study’s co-author and another UAB professor, Gavin Jenkins, acknowledged. 25 The challenge facing cities is that there is increasing evidence about the value of city parks but we continue to see the decrease of these spaces. A．But we didn’t find levels of physical activity are linked to improved emotional well-being. B．The length of their physical activity was tracked. C．The best part of it is that you needn’t visit a national park or go far out of your way. D．However, its findings pointed out the importance of city parks. E．If you want to feel happier, you just need to exercise for 20 minutes in a park. F．This means people can benefit from visiting a nearby park, regardless of physical ability. G．You usually visit a small green space in your neighborhood. Passage 6 Spending time in the sun can be beneficial. 26 This is because the sun causes changes in the body that require more effort, leading to tiredness. What can you do to safely spend time in the sun? Here’s some advice. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water. Drink water before you even feel thirsty. 27 And remember to drink water before you get into the sun as well as throughout the time you’re spending outside. While electrolyte beverages (电解质饮品) can be useful if you’re sweating a lot, it’s best to drink water when you’re out in the sun. Protect your skin from sunburn. Use sunscreen (防晒霜) that has an SPF of 30 or higher. Reapply it every two hours, or after swimming or sweating when you’re outside. Also, wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and hats. 28 This is when the sun’s rays are strongest and can cause the most skin damage. Don’t lie in the sun just to darken your skin, which speeds up the aging of your skin and increases your risk for all types of skin cancer. 29 Wear lightweight and loose clothing, drinks a cold beverage, go for a swim in the pool, use a fan and seek shade. This can greatly assist in lowering your body temperature, allowing you to expend less energy on regulating your body heat. Watch for signs that you need to see a doctor. The best way to tell if you’re just tired or experiencing more serious signs of heat-related issues is to see how you feel once you’re out of the heat. 30 If you’re still feeling ill within 15 minutes, you should seek medical care. A．Cool your body off. B．These all require extra energy from your body. C．Avoid being in the sun between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. D．Get into a cool environment and drink lots of liquids. E．When you do feel thirsty, drink more than you think you should. F．None of this is meant to suggest that you stay indoors away from the sun’s rays. G．However, after hours in the sun, even when relaxing, you might feel extra sleepy. $专题01 阅读理解4大常考话题 话题1体育赛事（常考点）（人与社会） 话题4 饮食与医疗健康（常考点）（人与自我） 话题2 艺术(音乐,美术和诗歌)（人与社会） 话题3 科学技术（常考点）（人与社会） 46 / 47 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 饮食健康（人与自我） Passage 1 The best way to get started with cooking — or improve the skills you already have — is to make friends with your kitchen, says Mark Bittman.” 1 You can do this by opening drawers and doors, seeing what’s in the fridge, and learning about knives and tools,” Bittman, author of the new book How to Cook Everything Kids, told The Week Junior. Here’s how to get started. 2 The first thing you’ ll want to know about your kitchen is what ingredients (食材) — all the different food and seasonings (调味品) — you have to work with. Ingredients can be found in several places. 3 Seeing what you have can help you decide what you can make right away or whether you need to add to your family’s shopping list to make a recipe (食谱). Take stock of(盘点) tools and equipment. These are the nonfood items you’ll need in order to prepare, cook, and serve what you make. They can include mixing bowls, measuring cups,cutting boards, pots, and small machines. Ask an adult what each is used for. 4 For example, a cookie sheet can be used to make cookies, but it’s also useful for roasting cut-up vegetables mixed with olive oil and salt and pepper. Stay safe and be comfortable. Now that you know what you have to work with, you can get started.You’ll enjoy cooking much more if you take the time to set up everything you need to be comfortable — and safe. 5 And they can also supervise (指导) while you use them. A．Let go of perfection. B．Begin with the ingredients. C．You may be surprised that some have different uses. D．Exploring the kitchen is the best way to begin cooking. E．Look around, then touch, smell, and taste what you find. F．He shares how kids can improve their cooking confidence. G．Your parents can show you the proper way to use kitchen tools. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．E 4．C 5．G 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章建议通过探索厨房、了解食材和工具、确保安全与舒适来逐步学习烹饪。 1．由上文“The best way to get started with cooking — or improve the skills you already have — is to make friends with your kitchen, says Mark Bittman.”(Mark Bittman说：“开始烹饪或提高现有技能的最佳方式是与你的厨房交朋友。”)”和下文“You can do this by opening drawers and doors, seeing what’s in the fridge, and learning about knives and tools.(你可以通过打开抽屉和柜门、看看冰箱里有什么、了解刀具和工具来做到这一点。)”可知，空格处需衔接“和厨房交朋友”与具体探索厨房的行动。D项“Exploring the kitchen is the best way to begin cooking.(探索厨房是开始烹饪的最佳方式。)”符合语境，“Exploring the kitchen”呼应前文“make friends with your kitchen”和下文“opening drawers and doors, seeing what’s in the fridge”，“best way to begin cooking”承接首句“best way to get started with cooking”，承上启下。故选D项。 2．由下文“The first thing you’ ll want to know about your kitchen is what ingredients (食材)— all the different food and seasonings (调味品) — you have to work with.(关于厨房，你首先想了解的应该是你有哪些可用的食材——包括各种食物和调味品。)”可知，本段围绕“食材”展开，空格处需作为段落主题句点明食材这一核心。B项“Begin with the ingredients.(从食材开始。)”符合语境，“Begin with the ingredients”直接概括下文“了解可用食材”的内容，“Begin with”也与前文“get started”呼应，作为“开始探索厨房”的第一步合理。故选B项。 3．由上文“Ingredients can be found in several places.(食材可以在多个地方找到。)”和下文 “ Seeing what you have can help you decide what you can make right away or whether you need to add to your family’s shopping list to make a recipe (食谱).(看看你有什么可以帮助你决定你可以马上做什么，或者你是否需要添加到家人的购物清单中来制作食谱。)”可知，空格处需说明找到食材后的具体行动。E项“Look around, then touch, smell, and taste what you find.(四处看看，然后触摸、闻一闻、尝一尝你找到的东西。)”符合语境，“Look around”承接“found in several places”，“touch, smell, and taste”是探索食材的具体方式，为下文 “决定能做什么”提供依据，衔接自然。故选E项。 4．由上文“Ask an adult what each is used for.(问问成年人每种工具的用途。)”和下文“For example, a cookie sheet can be used to make cookies, but it’s also useful for roasting cut-up vegetables mixed with olive oil and salt and pepper.(例如，饼干片可用于制作饼干，但它也可用于烘烤混合了橄榄油、盐和胡椒的蔬菜。)”可知，空格处需引出“工具用途多样”的观点。C项“You may be surprised that some have different uses.(你可能会惊讶地发现，有些工具还有不同的用途。)”符合语境，“different uses”呼应下文烤盘“烤饼干”和“烤蔬菜”的双重用途，“may be surprised”也符合探索工具时的感受，逻辑连贯。故选C项。 5．由上文“You’ll enjoy cooking much more if you take the time to set up everything you need to be comfortable — and safe.(如果你花时间准备好所有让你舒适且安全的东西，你会更享受烹饪。)”和下文“And they can also supervise while you use them.(而且在你使用它们时，他们还能提供指导。)”可知，空格处需说明谁能帮助确保安全使用工具，they也提示需明确指代对象。G项“Your parents can show you the proper way to use kitchen tools.(你的父母可以教你正确使用厨房工具的方法。)”符合语境，“Your parents”是下文they的指代对象，“proper way to use kitchen tools”呼应“safe”，“show you”与下文“supervise”形成递进，衔接紧密。故选G项。 Passage 2 Sportsmanship is a very important aspect of athletics including fair play, respect, and honesty. 6 As is often mentioned, friendship comes first and competition second. Let’s find some best practices for promoting fair play and respect among athletes. Sportsmanship starts with the athletes themselves. Leading by example is critical in setting the climate for fair play and respect. Athletes should demonstrate honesty, humility, and respect for opponents, officials, and teammates. They should follow the rules, accept decisions gracefully, and recognize outstanding performances. 7 Effective and respectful communication is essential in promoting sportsmanship. 8 This kind of communication helps solve conflicts (冲突), enhances understanding, and promotes a positive atmosphere. Encouraging athletes to express their opinions respectfully creates an environment where differences are accepted and peacefully addresses conflicts. 9 Coaches and officials play a significant role in emphasizing the fairness of the competition by ensuring that rules are supported constantly. They should prioritize honesty and prevent cheating, disrespect, or rude behavior. By emphasizing fair play, athletes learn to compete with honor, respect their opponents’ abilities, and understand that the true value of victory lies in the process and effort. The effort and improvement of athletes should be celebrated. Sportsmanship values effort, improvement, and personal growth as much as victory. Coaches, parents, and teammates should recognize and celebrate the commitment, determination, and struggle demonstrated by athletes. 10 This can help athletes develop a healthy mindset, which influences them positively in all aspects. A．Fair play lies at the heart of sportsmanship. B．Schools should provide training programs for athletes. C．It’s better to focus on the journey rather than the result. D．Athletes should have constructive dialogue with opponents. E．It goes beyond competition, emphasizing morality and values. F．Participation of athletes of all levels promotes a sense of belonging. G．With these values, athletes can inspire others to have sportsmanship. 【答案】6．E 7．G 8．D 9．A 10．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，围绕“体育精神”展开论述，强调公平竞赛、尊重、诚实等核心价值观，并提出运动员、教练、裁判及家长等各方在弘扬体育精神中的具体做法，旨在营造积极健康的竞技氛围。 6．上文“Sportsmanship is a very important aspect of athletics including fair play, respect, and honesty. (体育精神是体育运动中非常重要的方面，包括公平竞争、尊重和诚实。)”总述体育精神内涵，空格处应进一步升华其意义，E项“It goes beyond competition, emphasizing morality and values. (它超越了比赛本身，强调道德与价值观。)”与前文形成递进，概括体育精神的更高层次，故选E。 7．上文“They should follow the rules, accept decisions gracefully, and recognize outstanding performances. (他们应遵守规则，优雅地接受裁决，并认可出色表现。)”列举运动员以身作则的具体行为，G项“With these values, athletes can inspire others to have sportsmanship. (凭借这些价值观，运动员能激励他人也拥有体育精神。)”总结其示范效应，these values也指代上文中出现的各种优秀的价值观。故选G。 8．上文“Effective and respectful communication is essential in promoting sportsmanship. (有效且尊重的沟通对弘扬体育精神至关重要。)”提出沟通的重要性，D项“Athletes should have constructive dialogue with opponents. (运动员应与对手进行建设性对话。)”给出具体沟通方式，与主旨一致，故选D。 9．下文“Coaches and officials play a significant role in emphasizing the fairness of the competition by ensuring that rules are supported constantly. (教练和裁判通过始终维护规则，在强调比赛公平性方面发挥重要作用。)”指出公平是核心，A项“Fair play lies at the heart of sportsmanship. (公平竞争是体育精神的核心。)”直接点题，故选A。 10．上文“Sportsmanship values effort, improvement, and personal growth as much as victory. (体育精神重视努力、进步和个人成长，其程度不亚于胜利。)”强调过程与成长，C项“It’s better to focus on the journey rather than the result. (更应关注过程而非结果。)”与之完全对应，强调过程而不是结果。故选C。 Passage 3 When you’re exhausted, the thought of putting on gym clothes and pushing yourself to work out can feel impossible. 11 . A new fitness trend has given a fresh name to these super low-intensity (低强度) activities: “zone zero” exercise. 12 . It generally refers to any activity in which your heart rate stays below half of its maximum capacity, such as taking an slow walk after dinner, going for an easy bike ride, playing with your kids or doing light housework. 13 . If you spend most of your time sitting, even adding a modest amount of movement to your day can help to improve your health. Over time, moving more step by step and at gradually higher intensities can improve your balance, muscle strength and endurance, too. Some studies suggest that people who are completely inactive face a significantly higher death rate compared with those who move slightly more. If zone zero activity is the only movement in your routine, the experts recommended incorporating (融入) it as often as possible throughout your day. 14 . Zone zero shouldn’t replace more intense exercise. However, if you regularly exercise at moderate or high intensities, zone zero training can be a useful complement but not a substitute (替代). 15 . But on rest days, it can be a worthwhile form of active rest or recovery. Don’t overcomplicate it. Giving the activities of everyday life a seemingly formal name may motivate some people, especially those who have felt excluded from more intense fitness spaces. But the key point is to increase your daily movement in whatever way feels manageable and sustainable. A．Less active people may benefit more from zone zero B．It can also be a helpful start to more intense exercise C．But a casual walk or a good stretch might not seem out of reach D．Exercise such as running with a group helps you to be more social E．Exercise requiring more effort will lead to greater fitness benefits F．Zone zero training is meant to be so easy that it feels almost effortless G．The benefits of physical activity go far beyond just physical fitness 【答案】11．C 12．F 13．A 14．B 15．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了新兴的“零区域”锻炼趋势，即低强度活动。文章解释了这种活动的定义和益处，指出它适合日常锻炼，但不应替代高强度锻炼，强调增加日常运动量的重要性。 11．上文“When you’re exhausted, the thought of putting on gym clothes and pushing yourself to work out can feel impossible.(当你筋疲力尽时，一想到穿上运动服，强迫自己去锻炼，就会觉得不可能。)”描述了人在疲惫时不想去进行高强度锻炼的情况；C选项“But a casual walk or a good stretch might not seem out of reach.(但是，随意地散散步或者好好地伸展一下身体似乎并非遥不可及。)”与上文形成转折，指出虽然不想高强度锻炼，但像散步、伸展这种低强度活动还是可行的，同时引出下文“ A new fitness trend has given a fresh name to these super low-intensity (低强度) activities: “zone zero” exercise.(新兴的健身潮流为这类超低强度运动赋予了一个全新名称：“零区域”锻炼)”中新的锻炼趋势，上下文逻辑连贯。故选C。 12．下文“It generally refers to any activity in which your heart rate stays below half of its maximum capacity, such as taking an slow walk after dinner, going for an easy bike ride, playing with your kids or doing light housework.(它通常指的是任何心率保持在最大心率一半以下的活动，比如晚饭后慢走、轻松骑自行车、和孩子玩耍或做轻家务。)”具体解释了“zone zero”锻炼是什么；F选项“Zone zero training is meant to be so easy that it feels almost effortless.(零区训练的目的是让它非常简单，几乎不费力气。)”引出了对“zone zero”锻炼的介绍，且与下文描述的这种锻炼强度低相呼应，符合题意。故选F。 13．下文“If you spend most of your time sitting, even adding a modest amount of movement to your day can help to improve your health.(如果你大部分时间都是坐着，即使每天增加少量的运动也能有助于改善你的健康。)”说明了对于平时运动少的人，“zone zero”活动能带来好处；A选项“Less active people may benefit more from zone zero(不太活跃的人可能从零区活动中受益更多)”与下文内容相符，符合题意。故选A。 14．上文“If zone zero activity is the only movement in your routine, the experts recommended incorporating (融入) it as often as possible throughout your day.(如果零区活动是你日常活动中唯一的运动，专家建议在一整天中尽可能多地融入它。)”说明了“zone zero”活动在日常运动中的重要性；B选项“It can also be a helpful start to more intense exercise(它也可以成为更激烈运动的有益开端)”进一步说明了“zone zero”活动的作用，即可以为更激烈的运动做准备，符合题意。故选B。 15．上文“Zone zero shouldn’t replace more intense exercise. However, if you regularly exercise at moderate or high intensities, zone zero training can be a useful complement but not a substitute (替代).(零区不应该取代更高强度的锻炼。然而，如果你经常进行中等或高强度的锻炼，零区训练可以是一个有用的补充，但不是替代品。)”说明了“zone zero”锻炼不能替代高强度锻炼，但可以作为补充；E选项“Exercise requiring more effort will lead to greater fitness benefits(需要更多努力的锻炼会带来更大的健康益处)”与上文内容相呼应，强调了高强度锻炼的重要性，符合题意。故选E。 Passage 4 I’m a hiker — “born to hike”. It does my heart and soul good to take a pack and head out on a trail, especially when I’m alone and can let my mind wander where it will. The experience of hiking is unique, research suggests, conveying benefits beyond what you receive from typical exercise. 16 Hiking keeps your mind sharper than many other forms of exercise. As a professional writer, although I’m busy with my work, I often spare some time to hike. 17 18 Exercise in general can be a good way to decrease stress. But what sets hiking apart from other forms of exercise is that it’s done outdoors in a natural setting. It can happen almost anywhere and give you the happiness that you can take from nature. Hiking can increase our creativity. I’m sure I’m not alone in finding that walks in nature let my mind wander freely in creative directions. 19 Sometimes, ideas relevant to music come up from unconscious places when I’m not deliberately thinking. Hiking helps strengthen a positive relationship with the natural world. Besides being good for us, hiking may also help the world around us. After all, if we stick to walking and covering longer distances, we could use cars less and reduce our carbon footprint. 20 For example, it increases our connection to nature. As one study suggests, when we have a personal connection to nature, we are more likely to want to protect it. That means experiences in nature-like hiking can be mutually beneficial, helping people and the earth. So, grab a water bottle, a backpack … and head out on the trail. You won’t be sorry you did. A．Here is what science is saying about the benefits of hiking. B．Personally, it’s easy to hit upon some creative ideas while at home alone C．It not just makes me feel good but also keeps my brain in top shape. D．Hiking helps to keep you calm and happy. E．As a matter of fact, I have written many of my songs while hiking on a trail. F．Beyond that, hiking benefits our planet indirectly. G．This all goes to show that hiking may be one of the best ways to move your body. 【答案】16．A 17．C 18．D 19．E 20．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了徒步旅行对个人和地球的益处。 16．上文“The experience of hiking is unique, research suggests, conveying benefits beyond what you receive from typical exercise.(研究表明，徒步旅行的体验是独特的，它带来的益处超出了你从典型运动中获得的益处。)”强调了徒步旅行的独特益处。下文分别从保持头脑敏锐、减轻压力、增加创造力、加强与自然世界的积极关系等方面详细介绍了徒步旅行的益处。选项A“Here is what science is saying about the benefits of hiking.(以下是科学对徒步旅行益处的解释。)”起到了承上启下的作用，既承接了上文提到的徒步旅行的益处，又引出了下文对具体益处的详细解释。故选A。 17．上文“As a professional writer, although I’m busy with my work, I often spare some time to hike.(作为一名专业作家，尽管我工作繁忙，但我经常抽出时间徒步旅行。)”表明了作者对徒步旅行的热爱。选项C“It not just makes me feel good but also keeps my brain in top shape.(它不仅让我感觉良好，还让我的大脑保持最佳状态。)”进一步解释了作者为什么喜欢徒步旅行，即它对作者的身体和大脑都有益处。故选C。 18．此空位于段首，是该段的主题句。下文“Exercise in general can be a good way to decrease stress. But what sets hiking apart from other forms of exercise is that it’s done outdoors in a natural setting. It can happen almost anywhere and give you the happiness that you can take from nature.(一般来说，运动是减轻压力的好方法。但徒步旅行与其他形式的运动不同的是，它是在户外的自然环境中进行的。它几乎可以在任何地方发生，给你带来从自然中获得的快乐。)”强调了徒步旅行在减轻压力方面的独特作用。选项D“Hiking helps to keep you calm and happy.(徒步旅行有助于保持你平静和快乐。)”概括段落主题。故选D。 19．上文“I’m sure I’m not alone in finding that walks in nature let my mind wander freely in creative directions.(我确信，在自然中散步能让我的思绪自由地在创造性的方向上漫游，这并不是我一个人的感受。)”表明了徒步旅行对创造力的积极影响。选项E“As a matter of fact, I have written many of my songs while hiking on a trail.(事实上，我在徒步旅行时写了很多歌。)”提供了具体的例子来支持上文的观点，即徒步旅行可以激发创造力。故选E。 20．上文“Hiking helps strengthen a positive relationship with the natural world. Besides being good for us, hiking may also help the world around us. After all, if we stick to walking and covering longer distances, we could use cars less and reduce our carbon footprint.(徒步旅行有助于加强与自然世界的积极关系。除了对我们有益之外，徒步旅行也可能对我们周围的世界有益。毕竟，如果我们坚持步行和走更长的距离，我们可以少用车，减少我们的碳足迹。)”强调了徒步旅行对个人和地球的益处。下文“For example, it increases our connection to nature. As one study suggests, when we have a personal connection to nature, we are more likely to want to protect it. That means experiences in nature-like hiking can be mutually beneficial, helping people and the earth.(例如，它增加了我们与自然的联系。正如一项研究表明，当我们与自然有个人联系时，我们更有可能想要保护它。这意味着像徒步旅行这样的自然体验可以互惠互利，帮助人类和地球。)”进一步解释了徒步旅行对地球的间接益处。选项F“Beyond that, hiking benefits our planet indirectly.(除此之外，徒步旅行还间接地有益于我们的地球。)”起到了承上启下的作用，既承接了上文提到的徒步旅行对个人和地球的益处，又引出了下文对徒步旅行对地球间接益处的详细解释。故选F。 Passage 5 School sports meets are exciting events filled with energy and competition. 21 Taking proactive steps to protect yourself can ensure you enjoy every moment without sidelining(退出比赛) yourself with pain or discomfort. Never skip proper warm-ups. Before diving into any sport, spend 5-10 minutes on dynamic stretches such as leg swings, arm circles, and body twists. 22 This process loosens tight muscles, increases blood flow to your limbs, and readies your body for the sudden bursts of activity that sports demand—all of which significantly lower the risk of strains or pulls. 23 Loose clothing might feel comfortable, but it can get caught in equipment like hurdles or basketball hoops, leading to trips or tugs. Opt for fitted, moisture-wicking fabrics that move with your body instead. Even more crucial is footwear: running shoes with shock-absorbing soles cushion your feet during sprints, while basketball shoes with reinforced ankles prevent awkward twists when changing direction quickly. Strictly follow the rules. Coaches and organizers design these rules to keep everyone safe. In relay races, for example, passing the baton within the designated zone avoids collisions with other teams. In high jump, waiting for the mat to clear before your attempt prevents dangerous crashes. Ignoring these guidelines isn't just unfair. 24 Don't forget to cool down after competing. Once your event ends, walk briskly for 5-10 minutes instead of collapsing on the grass. Follow this with static(静止的) stretches, holding each position (like touching your toes or stretching your chest) for 15-30 seconds. This helps your heart rate return to normal, reduces muscle tightness, and speeds up recovery. 25 A．Invest in suitable gear(装备). B．It's a sure way to invite accidents. C．Prepare good equipment in advance. D．Or you will end up in the school clinic. E．And you'll be ready for your next event or practice. F．However, nothing puts a damper on(使扫兴) the fun like an unexpected injury. G．Pair these with light jogging or jumping jacks(开合跳) to gradually raise your heart rate. 【答案】21．F 22．G 23．A 24．B 25．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章指出校运会充满活力与竞争，但意外受伤会让人扫兴，随后从“不跳过热身、选择合适装备、严格遵守规则、赛后冷却”四个方面，提供具体的自我保护建议，帮助读者安全享受校运会。 21．根据前文“School sports meets are exciting events filled with energy and competition.(校运会是充满活力与竞争的激动人心的活动)”以及后文“Taking proactive steps to protect yourself can ensure you enjoy every moment without sidelining yourself with pain or discomfort.(采取积极措施保护自己，能确保你享受每一刻，不因疼痛或不适退出比赛)”可知，此空需通过转折引出“受伤”这一问题，自然过渡到保护建议。F选项“However, nothing puts a damper on the fun like an unexpected injury.(然而，没有什么比意外受伤更让人扫兴的了)”符合语境。故选F项。 22．根据前文“Before diving into any sport, spend 5-10 minutes on dynamic stretches such as leg swings, arm circles, and body twists.(开始任何运动前，花5-10分钟做动态拉伸，如摆腿、绕臂和转体)”，以及后文“This process loosens tight muscles, increases blood flow to your limbs...(这个过程能放松紧绷的肌肉，增加四肢的血液流动……)”可知，此空需补充热身的其他动作，完善“热身过程”。G选项“Pair these with light jogging or jumping jacks to gradually raise your heart rate.(搭配轻度慢跑或开合跳，逐步提高心率)”符合语境。故选G项。 23．分析语篇结构，此处需为本段小标题，与其他段落小标题格式一致（均为祈使句），且需概括段落核心内容。根据下文“Loose clothing might feel comfortable, but it can get caught in equipment like hurdles or basketball hoops, leading to trips or tugs. Opt for fitted, moisture-wicking fabrics that move with your body instead. Even more crucial is footwear: running shoes with shock-absorbing soles cushion your feet during sprints, while basketball shoes with reinforced ankles prevent awkward twists when changing direction quickly.(宽松的衣服可能穿起来舒服，但容易被跨栏、篮球框这类器械勾到，进而导致绊倒或拉伤。相反，选择贴身、吸湿排汗的面料会更好，这类面料能随身体活动自如贴合。鞋具则更为关键：带减震鞋底的跑鞋能在短跑时为双脚提供缓冲，而脚踝处有加厚支撑的篮球鞋，能在快速变向时防止脚踝扭伤)”可知，本段围绕“衣物、鞋具等装备选择”展开。A选项“Invest in suitable gear.(购置合适的装备)”为祈使句，直接概括段落核心，适合作小标题。故选A项。 24．根据前文“Ignoring these guidelines isn't just unfair.(忽视这些规则不仅不公平)”可知，此空需进一步说明“忽视规则”的危害，且与“不公平”形成递进。B选项“It's a sure way to invite accidents.(这无疑会招致意外)”符合语境。故选B项。 25．根据前文“This helps your heart rate return to normal, reduces muscle tightness, and speeds up recovery.(这有助于心率恢复正常，缓解肌肉紧绷，加速恢复)”可知，此空需补充“赛后冷却”的最终好处。E选项“And you'll be ready for your next event or practice.(这样你就能为下一场比赛或训练做好准备)”符合语境。故选E项。 Passage 6 Influencers say sprinting (快跑) is the best way to burn fat. It sounds easy in theory — just run fast! 26 You shouldn’t just get up from the seat and right away start a super intense sprint training plan. So how can you add sprinting to your regular workouts safely? Start with a strong fitness base. If you’re not there yet, walking may be a better entry point. Then, ideally with guidance from a trainer, you can work sprint intervals (间隔) into your routine. Experts recommend starting with twice a week and no more than three. 27 28 You could go for a 5-to 10-minute walk to raise your core temperature and get your muscles warmed up. Then add active movements, such as leg swings, or high knees. Other exercise, like plyometric drills, can also help prepare your muscles. The footwear and surface also have to be suitable. 29 Treadmills (跑步机) work too—if they aren’t too hard. People with some body injuries should avoid sprinting. Instead, choose to get similar benefits from performing sprint-style intervals on a bike or in the pool. Finally, don’t treat sprinting as a one-size-fits-all solution. 30 Make sure that you’re covering all training zones, including weight training and high intensity. If you start ignoring pieces, you run the risk of becoming imbalanced and then opening up the door for injury. A．But it’s harder than it looks. B．Your body likes variation to adapt. C．Sprinting is only suitable for young people. D．Sprinting should be done daily for best results. E．Otherwise, you may overdo it and wear your body out. F．A sports field and a good pair of trainers can reduce impact. G．Warming up is a necessity for something as intense as sprints. 【答案】26．A 27．E 28．G 29．F 30．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了如何安全地将短跑纳入日常锻炼中。 26．上文提到“Influencers say sprinting (快跑) is the best way to burn fat. It sounds easy in theory — just run fast! (网红们说，快跑是燃烧脂肪的最佳方式。理论上听起来很简单——只要跑得快就行！)”快跑理论上听起来很简单——只要跑得快就行，下文“You shouldn’t just get up from the seat and right away start a super intense sprint training plan. (你不应该只是从座位上站起来，就立刻开始一个超级高强度的快跑训练计划。)”则提醒“你不该刚从座位上起来，就立刻开始高强度的快跑训练计划”。由此可见，上下文存在 “理论简单”与“实际操作需谨慎”的转折关系。A项“But it’s harder than it looks. (但它比看起来难多了。）”既承接了前文“听起来简单”的表述，又通过转折引出后文“不能贸然开始”的建议，逻辑连贯，符合语境。故选A。 27．上文“Then, ideally with guidance from a trainer, you can work sprint intervals (间隔) into your routine. Experts recommend starting with twice a week and no more than three. (然后，理想情况下，在教练的指导下，你可以将间歇训练纳入你的日常锻炼中。专家建议从每周从两次开始，且不要超过三次。)”指出专家的建议，这是对快跑训练频率的合理限制，核心目的是避免过度锻炼。E项“Otherwise, you may overdo it and wear your body out. (否则，你可能会运动过量，让身体疲惫不堪。）”说明了每周短跑次数不宜过多的原因，且E项中的“Otherwise（否则）”恰好对应前文的“建议频率”，解释了不遵循该建议可能导致的后果，进一步强调了控制频率的重要性，与上文衔接紧密。故选E。 28．下文“You could go for a 5-to 10-minute walk to raise your core temperature and get your muscles warmed up. (你可以先步行5到10分钟，以提高核心体温并热身肌肉。)”详细介绍了热身的具体方式，可见该段核心话题是 “快跑前的热身”。G项 “Warming up is a necessity for something as intense as sprints. (对于快跑这样高强度的运动，热身是必要的。）”直接点明 “热身” 这一主题，且G项中的“Warming up”和下文中的“get your muscles warmed up”相呼应，且“必要性” 的表述为后文具体热身方法的介绍做了铺垫，可作为该段的总起句，符合语境。故选G。 29．上文“The footwear and surface also have to be suitable. (鞋类和地面也必须合适。)”说明鞋子和地面也必须合适，空处应说明合适的鞋子和地面对短跑的影响。F项A sports field and a good pair of trainers can reduce impact. (运动场和一双好的运动鞋可以减少冲击力。)”说明了合适的鞋子和地面对短跑的重要性，符合语境。故选F。 30．上文提到“Finally, don’t treat sprinting as a one-size-fits-all solution. (最后，不要将短跑训练视为一种一刀切的解决方案。)”不要把快跑当作万能解决方案，下文“Make sure that you’re covering all training zones, including weight training and high intensity. If you start ignoring pieces, you run the risk of becoming imbalanced and then opening up the door for injury. (确保你涵盖了所有训练区域，包括力量训练和高强度训练。如果你开始忽略某些部分，就有可能造成训练失衡，从而增加受伤的风险。)”则建议确保涵盖所有训练类型，包括力量训练和高强度训练，否则可能导致锻炼不均衡并增加受伤风险。这表明文章强调锻炼需“多样化”，而非单一依赖快跑。B项“Your body likes variation to adapt. (你的身体需要多样化来适应。)”解释了“不能单一依赖快跑”的原因——身体需要通过多种训练适应，从而自然引出后文“涵盖多种训练类型” 的建议，逻辑通顺，符合语境。故选B。 话题2 艺术(音乐,美术和诗歌)（人与社会） Passage 1 Research has found that music, serving as more than an art form, can be a powerful tool to promote mental well-being. Here are some associated benefits. Make you happy 1 . For example, you’ve probably felt a sense of relaxation while listening to comforting instruments before bed, the burst energy while singing in the shower, or the almost spiritual experience of hearing your favorite singer live. Researchers have drawn a connection between music and emotional control. 2 . Protect the immune system (免疫系统) Playing and listening to music helps reduce the production of cortisol (皮质醇) in the human body. Cortisol is known to weaken the immune system and cause a decrease in bone density in human beings. 3 . Additionally, for recovering patients, it is recommended by researchers that they listen to uplifting music as it helps increase the antibodies present in their immune system to fight diseases. 4 Music serves as a medium for social interactions. Group activities such as singing in a choir or playing in drumming circles can provide a sense of belonging. Having an outlet for social connection is crucial for mental health, as feelings of loneliness can worsen mental health issues. Performing as a group can also increase each player’s sense of cooperation and community. Maintain our cognitive (认知的) functions The complex process of playing music challenges a wide variety of brain activities that can improve a musician’s motor skills and the ability to compose. When children start gaining musical training from an early age, it can make a significant impact on furthering their cognitive development, including improvements in abilities connected learning languages, academic performance, and social skills. 5 . A．Help in stress relief B．Strengthen social connection C．Music used for treatment is not limited to just one practice D．Similarly, music can help older populations keep their minds sharp E．Chances are that you have noticed the influence of music on your mood F．By limiting it, music therefore helps the body protect itself from the harm G．They find that our brain will give off a feel-good chemical when we listen to music 【答案】1．E 2．G 3．F 4．B 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章阐述了音乐作为促进心理健康的重要工具，具有多种益处，包括改善情绪、增强免疫力、增进社交联系和维持认知功能。音乐能缓解压力、加强社交互动，并对不同年龄段人群有积极影响。 1．下文“For example, you’ve probably felt a sense of relaxation while listening to comforting instruments before bed, the burst energy while singing in the shower, or the almost spiritual experience of hearing your favorite singer live.(例如，你可能在睡前听舒缓的乐器时感到放松，在淋浴时唱歌时充满活力，或者听到你最喜欢的歌手现场演唱时有一种近乎精神上的体验。)”列举了音乐在不同场景下对情绪产生影响的例子。E选项“Chances are that you have noticed the influence of music on your mood(很有可能你已经注意到音乐对你情绪的影响)”引出下文关于音乐对情绪影响的描述，符合语境。所以选E。 2．上文“Researchers have drawn a connection between music and emotional control.(研究人员已经发现了音乐和情绪控制之间的联系。)”表明音乐和情绪控制有关联。G选项“They find that our brain will give off a feel - good chemical when we listen to music(他们发现当我们听音乐时，我们的大脑会释放一种让人感觉良好的化学物质)”进一步解释了音乐和情绪控制之间联系的原理，即听音乐时大脑会释放化学物质让人感觉良好，符合题意。所以选G。 3．上文“Playing and listening to music helps reduce the production of cortisol (皮质醇) in the human body. Cortisol is known to weaken the immune system and cause a decrease in bone density in human beings.(演奏和听音乐有助于减少人体内皮质醇的产生。众所周知，皮质醇会削弱免疫系统并导致人体骨密度下降。)”说明了皮质醇对免疫系统的危害以及音乐能减少皮质醇的产生。F选项“By limiting it, music therefore helps the body protect itself from the harm(通过限制它(皮质醇)，音乐因此帮助身体免受伤害)”总结了音乐通过减少皮质醇来保护身体免受伤害，符合语境。所以选F。 4．下文“Music serves as a medium for social interactions. Group activities such as singing in a choir or playing in drumming circles can provide a sense of belonging. Having an outlet for social connection is crucial for mental health, as feelings of loneliness can worsen mental health issues. Performing as a group can also increase each player’s sense of cooperation and community.(音乐是社交互动的媒介。集体活动，如在唱诗班唱歌或在鼓圈演奏，可以提供一种归属感。拥有社交联系的途径对心理健康至关重要，因为孤独感会加重心理健康问题。集体表演还可以增强每个参与者的合作意识和社区意识。)”主要讲述了音乐在社交方面的作用。B选项“Strengthen social connection(加强社交联系)”概括了本段的主旨，符合题意。所以选B。 5．上文“When children start gaining musical training from an early age, it can make a significant impact on furthering their cognitive development, including improvements in abilities connected learning languages, academic performance, and social skills.(当孩子们从小开始接受音乐训练时，这对促进他们的认知发展会产生重大影响，包括提高与学习语言、学业成绩和社交技能相关的能力。)”说明了音乐训练对儿童认知发展的好处。D选项“Similarly, music can help older populations keep their minds sharp(同样，音乐可以帮助老年人保持思维敏捷)”与上文形成类比，说明音乐对老年人认知功能也有好处，符合语境。所以选D。 Passage 2 The Surprising Power of Music in Our Daily Lives Do you often study with headphones on? Or feel a sudden energy boost when your favorite song comes on? Music is far more than just entertainment; it’s a powerful force that shapes our feelings, thoughts, and even actions in many ways. 6 This is the most common use of music. A fast-paced song can make you feel excited and ready for a workout, while a gentle melody can help you calm down after a long day. When you feel sad, listening to a song that understands your feelings can be a great comfort. It’s like having a friend who always knows what to say. Music Serves as a Focus Tool. For many students, music is a necessary study partner. 7 This type of music, often without lyrics, creates a steady background atmosphere. It helps block out distracting noises like conversations or traffic, allowing you to concentrate better on your homework. Music Builds Social Connection. Music brings people together. Think about school concerts or parties. 8 Sharing a taste in music can be the start of a friendship. It acts as a universal language that helps us connect with others and feel part of a group. Music Brings Back Memories. Have you ever heard a song from your childhood and suddenly been flooded with clear memories? Music has a strong connection to memory. 9 Setting facts or vocabulary to a simple tune can make them much easier to remember. Try singing your next history timeline to a melody! Music Boosts Motivation. Finally, music is a fantastic motivator. Need to clean your room or finish a long run? Some upbeat music can be the answer. 10 So next time you face a boring task, turn on some energetic music. You might be surprised at how much faster it gets done. A．Music regulates our emotions. B．Music shapes our identity and culture. C．This is why it can be a valuable learning aid. D．It provides a rhythm that makes work lighter. E．It improves your mood and reduces the feeling of fatigue. F．In these settings, shared musical experiences create a sense of unity. G．Specifically, classical or light music is often chosen for this purpose. 【答案】6．A 7．G 8．F 9．C 10．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了音乐在日常生活中具有调节情绪、帮助集中注意力、建立社交联系、唤起记忆和激发动力等强大作用。 6．由下文“A fast-paced song can make you feel excited and ready for a workout, while a gentle melody can help you calm down after a long day. When you feel sad, listening to a song that understands your feelings can be a great comfort. It’s like having a friend who always knows what to say.(快节奏的歌曲可以让你感到兴奋，为锻炼做好准备，而柔和的旋律可以帮助你在漫长的一天后冷静下来。当你感到悲伤时，听一首能理解你感受的歌会是一种极大的安慰。这就像有一个总是知道该说什么的朋友。)”可知，本空应总述“音乐对情绪的调节作用”。A选项“Music regulates our emotions.(音乐调节我们的情绪。)”是对后文内容的概括，作为该段主题句，符合题意。故选A。 7．由上文“For many students, music is a necessary study partner.(对许多学生来说，音乐是必要的学习伙伴。)”及下文“This type of music, often without lyrics, creates a steady background atmosphere.(这种音乐通常没有歌词，能营造稳定的背景氛围。)”可知，本空应具体说明学生常选择哪种音乐作为学习伴侣。G选项“Specifically, classical or light music is often chosen for this purpose.(具体来说，古典音乐或轻音乐常被选作此目的。)”能承上启下，符合题意。故选G。 8．由上文“Music brings people together. Think about school concerts or parties.(音乐把人们聚集在一起。想想学校音乐会或派对。)”及下文“Sharing a taste in music can be the start of a friendship.(分享音乐品味可能是友谊的开始。)”可知，本空应说明音乐会或派对等场合中音乐如何促进社交。F选项“In these settings, shared musical experiences create a sense of unity.(在这些场合中，共享的音乐体验能创造一种团结感。)”能承上启下，符合题意。故选F。 9．由上文“Music has a strong connection to memory.(音乐与记忆有很强的联系。)”及下文“Setting facts or vocabulary to a simple tune can make them much easier to remember.(将事实或词汇配上简单的曲调能让它们更容易记住。)”可知，本空应说明音乐如何成为学习辅助工具。C选项“This is why it can be a valuable learning aid.(这就是为什么它能成为有价值的学习辅助工具。)”能承上启下，符合题意。故选C。 10．由上文“Finally, music is a fantastic motivator. Need to clean your room or finish a long run? Some upbeat music can be the answer.(最后，音乐是极好的动力源。需要打扫房间或完成长跑？一些欢快的音乐就是答案。)”及下文“So next time you face a boring task, turn on some energetic music.(所以下次面对无聊的任务时，打开一些充满活力的音乐。)”可知，本空应说明欢快音乐如何提升动力。D选项“It provides a rhythm that makes work lighter.(它提供的节奏能让工作更轻松。)”能承上启下，符合题意。故选D。 Passage 3 Can you think of a day without music? We can hear music everywhere: in the streets and at home, over the radio and on TV, in the shops and in the parks. 11 They listen to music, they dance to music, and they learn to play musical instruments. Music isn’t only a combination of pleasant sounds. It is an art which reflects life. There are a lot of different kinds of music. Some of them appeared long ago, and some are modern. Folk music appeared long ago, but it is still alive. Folk songs are very pleasant to listen to. 12 Rap is a modern musical style where the singer speaks or shouts the words in time to music with a steady beat. Great Britain has produced more popular music stars than any other country. British groups often set new trends in music. 13 Many of the new bands have been able to use changes in technology to develop their music such as computerised drum machines, synthesisers and other electronic instruments. 14 So people’s musical interests range from pop and rock music to classical music and opera. My favourite style of music is pop music, because it is full of energy. When I listen to pop music it makes me remember happy times and forget the problems of everyday life. I also enjoy listening to classical music. Music appeals to our hearts. 15 Music is beauty in sounds; it is our magic source of inspiration. A．Tastes differ. B．Music is quite unlike any other art form. C．It comforts our souls and enriches our minds. D．People all over the world are fond of music. E．Classical music is often associated with the music of the past. F．New styles, groups and singers continue to appear. G．Music is a great channel for releasing your emotions. 【答案】11．D 12．E 13．F 14．A 15．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了音乐无处不在，是反映生活的艺术，介绍了不同种类的音乐、英国的音乐产业、人们音乐兴趣的多样性以及音乐对人们心灵的触动。 11．由上文“We can hear music everywhere: in the streets and at home, over the radio and on TV, in the shops and in the parks.(我们到处都能听到音乐：在街上，在家里，通过收音机，在电视上，在商店里，在公园里。)”可知，本空应强调全世界人们对音乐的喜爱。D选项“People all over the world are fond of music.(世界各地的人们都喜欢音乐。)”能承接上文，符合题意。故选D。 12．由上文“Folk music appeared long ago, but it is still alive. Folk songs are very pleasant to listen to.(民间音乐很早就出现了，但它仍然存在。民歌听起来很悦耳。)”及下文“Rap is a modern musical style where the singer speaks or shouts the words in time to music with a steady beat.(说唱乐是一种现代音乐风格，歌手随着音乐的稳定节奏说出或喊出歌词。)”可知，本空应在“传统民间音乐”与“现代说唱音乐”之间形成过渡，体现音乐风格的多样性。E选项“Classical music is often associated with the music of the past.(古典音乐通常与过去的音乐相关联。)”补充了另一种传统音乐类型，与上文的民间音乐、下文的现代说唱形成 “传统—现代”的对比，符合“不同音乐种类”的话题逻辑，符合题意。故选E。 13．由上文“Great Britain has produced more popular music stars than any other country. British groups often set new trends in music.(英国产生的流行音乐明星比其他任何国家都多。英国乐队经常开创音乐新潮流。)”可知，本空应介绍音乐的发展情况。F选项“New styles, groups and singers continue to appear.(新的风格、乐队和歌手不断涌现。)”既呼应了上文“引领新潮流”，又为下文“新乐队”的内容做铺垫，符合逻辑，故选F。 14．由下文“So people’s musical interests range from pop and rock music to classical music and opera. (因此人们的音乐兴趣从流行摇滚到古典音乐和歌剧不等。)”可知，本空应解释人们音乐兴趣多样的原因。A选项“Tastes differ.(品味不同。)”是下文“兴趣广泛”的原因，能引出下文，符合题意。故选A。 15．由上文“Music appeals to our hearts.(音乐打动我们的心。)”及下文“Music is beauty in sounds; it is our magic source of inspiration.(音乐是声音中的美；它是我们神奇的灵感源泉。)”可知，本空应继续阐述音乐对人的积极影响，衔接“打动心灵”与“灵感源泉”。C选项“It comforts our souls and enriches our minds.(它慰藉我们的灵魂，丰富我们的思想。)” 从“心灵慰藉”和“思想丰富”两个角度补充了音乐的作用，能承上启下，符合题意。故选C。 Passage 4 Reimagining history is a fascinating phenomenon in contemporary art. More and more, I realize that artists are trying to retell historical events and past figures, to reflect on the past and to offer new perspectives on our current context. Artists have taken historical figures and given them new meanings that I find inspiring. Wiley, for instance, is known for his portraits of Black men and women in poses traditionally associated with the upper class. 16 That invites me to reflect on the power in the history of art. On the other hand, Christian Boltanski reimagines history by focusing on the traces of ordinary people. His artwork, The Heart Archives, is a collection of recorded heartbeats from thousands of people around the world, stored on a remote island in Japan. Instead of focusing on grand historical events, Boltanski builds a bridge to the past through the most universal human experience. 17 18 Projects like “The Legacy of the 1960s” at the Museum of Modern Art in New York gather works from multiple artists that analyze the impact of social movements from that decade. This cooperative approach allows me to hear various voices, offering me a richer and more complex view of history. Reimagining history can also be an act of protest. Artists like Doris Salcedo address painful historical events, such as the violence in Colombia, to give voice to the forgotten victims. Through this emotional art piece, Salcedo invites audience to reflect on the pain of the past and its relevance in the present, reminding us that the past is never truly separate from the present. 19 20 Some argue that reimagining history can belittle serious events or twist historical truth. It is essential that artists, including myself, approach this process with responsibility and a critical sense. A．His work aims to portray the Black in a realistic way. B．However, I am aware reimagining is not without its criticisms. C．Reimagining successfully lead people to view history critically. D．This type of work not only honors memory but also calls for action. E．Through such poetic gestures, I feel a deep sense of shared humanity. F．Besides individual artists, collective exhibitions are key in reimagining. G．In doing so, he challenges historical accounts that ignore people of color. 【答案】16．G 17．E 18．F 19．D 20．B 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讨论了当代艺术中重新构想历史的现象，包括艺术家如何赋予历史人物新意义、集体展览的作用、艺术作为抗议的形式，以及对此现象的批评。 16．由上文“Wiley, for instance, is known for his portraits of Black men and women in poses traditionally associated with the upper class. (例如，Wiley以其描绘黑人和女性的肖像而闻名，这些肖像的姿势传统上与上层阶级有关。)”及下文“That invites me to reflect on the power in the history of art.(这让我反思艺术历史中的力量。)”可知，空格处应说明Wiley的创作目的或意义，G选项“In doing so, he challenges historical accounts that ignore people of color. (通过这样做，他挑战了那些忽视有色人种的历史记载。)”符合语境，能够承接上文，说明Wiley的创作挑战了忽视有色人种的历史叙述，并引出下文对艺术历史力量的反思。故选G。 17．由上文“Instead of focusing on grand historical events, Boltanski builds a bridge to the past through the most universal human experience. (Boltanski没有关注重大的历史事件，而是通过最普遍的人类体验搭建了一座通往过去的桥梁。)”可知，空格处应进一步说明这种做法带来的感受或影响，E选项“Through such poetic gestures, I feel a deep sense of shared humanity. (通过这样的诗意姿态，我感受到一种深刻的人类共同情感。)”符合语境，能够承接上文，说明Boltanski的作品通过普遍的人类体验让作者感受到人类共同的情感。故选E。 18．由下文“Projects like “The Legacy of the 1960s” at the Museum of Modern Art in New York gather works from multiple artists that analyze the impact of social movements from that decade. This cooperative approach allows me to hear various voices, offering me a richer and more complex view of history. (纽约现代艺术博物馆的“20世纪60年代的遗产”等项目汇集了多位艺术家的作品，分析了那个十年社会运动的影响。这种合作的方式让我听到了不同的声音，让我对历史有了更丰富、更复杂的看法。)”可知，集体展览在重新构想历史中扮演着关键角色，空格处应引出集体展览这一话题，F选项“Besides individual artists, collective exhibitions are key in reimagining. (除了个体艺术家，集体展览在重新构想历史中也起着关键作用。)”符合语境，能够引出下文对集体展览的讨论。故选F。 19．由上文“Through this emotional art piece, Salcedo invites audience to reflect on the pain of the past and its relevance in the present, reminding us that the past is never truly separate from the present. (通过这件充满情感的艺术作品，Salcedo邀请观众反思过去的痛苦及其在当下的意义，提醒我们过去从未真正与现在分离。)”可知，空格处应进一步说明这种艺术作品的作用或意义，D选项“This type of work not only honors memory but also calls for action. (这种类型的作品不仅纪念过去，也呼吁行动。)”符合语境，能够承接上文，说明萨尔塞多的作品不仅纪念过去，还呼吁人们采取行动。故选D。 20．由下文“Some argue that reimagining history can belittle serious events or twist historical truth. (一些人认为，重新构想历史可能会贬低严肃的事件或扭曲历史真相。)”可知，空格处应引出对重新构想历史的批评这一话题，B选项“However, I am aware reimagining is not without its criticisms. (然而，我意识到重新构想历史并非没有批评。)”符合语境，能够引出下文对重新构想历史的批评的讨论。故选B。 Passage 5 Poetry challenges to enrich your reading life Whether you desire for more poetry or simply appreciate striving for reading goals, these three poetry challenges can serve as that push to create space for more poetry in your life. 21 . Finally, they will help you know new works and writers, and much more. · 22 If a daily commitment interests you, visit Poets.org to sign up for the ever-popular Poem-a-Day newsletter. Over 250,000 people have subscribed to receive a “new” poem every weekday and a “classic” poem every weekend day. Each month, a different guest editor takes charge of the weekday publications. Recent editors include Fatimah Asghar Anai Duplan, and Rachel Eliza Griffiths. ·Take part in National Poetry Writing Month (NaPoWriMo) If you prefer shorter commitments, NaPoWriMo takes place every April during National Poetry Month. For NaPoWriMo, poetry lovers pen “30 poems in 30 days”. Often while sitting at your writing desk and waiting on the muses (灵感), you can reach for authors and pieces that move you. 23 . ·Create your own poetry challenge 24 . Why not borrow what fits your current life from those exciting challenges and invite other poetry enthusiasts to participate? If you do find yourself inspired by others, please credit the lovely minds that dreamed up the challenges. Whether you’re new to poetry or a long-time fan, I’m crossing my fingers and toes that these poetry challenges cause you to form a deeper connection to the genre. 25 . If you’re interested in getting involved in poems, you can click 50 Must-Read Best Poetry Books and Where to Find Free Poetry Online to get helpful resources. A．Meet more recent editors B．Sign up for Poem-a-Day Newsletter C．Many poetry challenges exist because of others D．Perhaps writing poems will keep you reading poems, too E．In short, it gives you opportunities to create poetry challenges F．And I hope it pushes you to put poetry first in your reading life G．Also, they can connect you with a community of poetry readers 【答案】21．G 22．B 23．D 24．C 25．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了三项能丰富阅读生活的诗歌挑战及相关参与方式与意义。 21．上文“Whether you desire for more poetry or simply appreciate striving for reading goals, these three poetry challenges can serve as that push to create space for more poetry in your life.(无论你是渴望接触更多诗歌，还是仅仅喜欢为阅读目标而努力，这三项诗歌挑战都能成为一种推动力，为你生活中创造更多诗歌的空间。)”提到三个诗歌挑战给自己带来生活中的的好处；而空后“Finally, they will help you know new works and writers, and much more.(最终，它们将帮助你了解新的作品和作家，以及更多。)”指出，挑战能帮助了解更多的作品和作家。选项G“Also, they can connect you with a community of poetry readers(此外，它们能让你与诗歌读者社群相连。)”用“also”承接前文的“push to create space”，用“they”指代前文的“three poetry challenges”，衔接自然。故选G。 22．空处为小标题，为本段主要内容。根据下文“If a daily commitment interests you, visit Poets.org to sign up for the ever-popular Poem-a-Day newsletter. Over 250,000 people have subscribed to receive a “new” poem every weekday and a “classic” poem every weekend day. Each month, a different guest editor takes charge of the weekday publications.(如果你对每日的投入感兴趣，请访问Poets.org网站，注册订阅广受欢迎的“每日一诗”电子通讯。已有超过25万人订阅，以便在每个工作日收到一首新诗，每个周末收到一首经典诗。每个月，都会有不同的客座编辑负责工作日的内容发布。)”可知，下文围绕订阅Poets.org的Poem-a-Day通讯展开，包括订阅人数、每日推送内容、客座编辑等细节。选项B“Sign up for Poem-a-Day Newsletter(订阅“每日一诗”通讯)”概括了本段内容。故选B。 23．上文“If you prefer shorter commitments, NaPoWriMo takes place every April during National Poetry Month. For NaPoWriMo, poetry lovers pen “30 poems in 30 days”. Often while sitting at your writing desk and waiting on the muses (灵感), you can reach for authors and pieces that move you.(如果你更喜欢较短时间的投入，全国诗歌写作月在每年四月的全国诗歌月期间举行。对于全国诗歌写作月，诗歌爱好者要在30天内创作30首诗。通常，当你坐在书桌前等待灵感女神降临时，你可以去探寻那些能打动你的作家和作品)”介绍了NaPoWriMo 的核心是“30天写30首诗”，并提到可以借鉴打动你的作家和作品。选项D“Perhaps writing poems will keep you reading poems, too (或许写诗也会让你坚持读诗。)”承接写诗的主题，同时呼应全文“enrich your reading life”的核心目标，符合挑战的意义。故选D。 24．根据小标题“Create your own poetry challenge(创建你自己的诗歌挑战)”可知，本段主题是创建自己的诗歌挑战；而下文“Why not borrow what fits your current life from those exciting challenges and invite other poetry enthusiasts to participate?(为什么不从那些令人兴奋的挑战中借鉴适合你当前生活的部分，并邀请其他诗歌爱好者参与呢？)”提到可以借鉴那些令人兴奋的挑战中适合当下生活的部分。选项C“Many poetry challenges exist because of others(许多诗歌挑战的存在都源于他人。)”为借鉴他人挑战提供了合理性前提，使段落内容更通顺。故选C。 25．上文“Whether you’re new to poetry or a long-time fan, I’m crossing my fingers and toes that these poetry challenges cause you to form a deeper connection to the genre.(无论你是诗歌新手还是长期爱好者，我都热切期盼这些诗歌挑战能让你与诗歌这一体裁建立更深的联系。)”提到挑战欢迎对象。选项F“And I hope it pushes you to put poetry first in your reading life(并且我希望这能推动你把诗歌放在阅读生活的首位。)”用“and”递进，延续希望的语气，符合逻辑。故选F。 Passage 6 Poetry expresses emotions and conveys ideas, but that’s not all it can do. 26 When you’re writing poetry, keep your goal in mind: are you writing to stir emotion, or to get a good grade on your essay? Here are a few tips to help you write a good poem. 27 To determine a topic to write about, look for inspiration around you, perhaps in nature, your community or the people in your life. Take notes on how different things make you feel and what they drive you to think about. Once you have a topic and a theme in mind, choose to write in a particular style so that you force yourself to find a way to creatively express your theme while fitting that style’s limits. Explore words, rhymes (韵律) and rhythm (节奏). Specific rhythm or rhyme highlights your poem’s themes and wordplay (双关语). To use rhythm well, pair it with a specific style. If you choose a style, read similar poems for reference. 28 Now it’s time to write! Whether you use a pen and paper or type on a computer, give yourself some uninterrupted time to focus on writing the poem. Don’t expect to write something perfect on the first try. 29 Even if your lines don’t rhyme perfectly, write what’s on your mind. The theme your words are expressing is more important than the specific words themselves. Once you have a draft, the next step is to edit your poem. 30 Then in a day or two, come back to your poem with a critical eye. Read it aloud again, take note of any spots where you can replace a word with a stronger one, tighten your rhythm, or even remove words that aren’t adding anything to the poem. A．But first, give yourself a break. B．Decide what you want to write about. C．Instead, focus on getting your words out. D．It can give voice to feelings and communicate thoughts. E．This helps you understand how rhythm works in that style. F．It can also tell stories and communicate hidden messages. G．Using simple words is always the best choice for poetry writing. 【答案】26．F 27．B 28．E 29．C 30．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章提供了写作诗歌的技巧，包括确定主题、选择风格、探索词汇韵律节奏以及修改稿件，旨在帮助读者写出好的诗歌。 26．上文“Poetry expresses emotions and conveys ideas, but that’s not all it can do.(诗歌表达情感，传达思想，但这还不是它所能做的全部。)”说明诗歌还有其他的用途，F选项“It can also tell stories and communicate hidden messages.(它还可以讲故事和传达隐藏的信息。)”承接上文，进一步说明了诗歌的其他功能，符合题意。故选F。 27．下文“To determine a topic to write about, look for inspiration around you, perhaps in nature, your community or the people in your life.(要确定一个写作主题，可以从你周围的寻找灵感，也许是在大自然中，你的社区，或者你生活中的人。)”说明了确定写作主题的方法，B选项“Decide what you want to write about.(决定你想写什么。)”作为本段的主题句，概括了本段的主要内容，即确定写作主题，符合题意。故选B。 28．上文“If you choose a style, read similar poems for reference.(如果你选择了一种风格，可以阅读类似的诗歌作为参考。)”说明了选择风格后可以参考类似的诗歌，E选项“This helps you understand how rhythm works in that style.(这有助于你理解那种风格的节奏是如何运作的。)”承接上文，说明了阅读类似诗歌的好处，即可以帮助理解所选风格的节奏，符合题意。故选E。 29．上文“Don’t expect to write something perfect on the first try.(不要期望第一次就能写出完美的作品。)”说明了写作时不要期望一次就能写出完美的作品，C选项“Instead, focus on getting your words out.(相反，专注于把你的想法表达出来。)”承接上文，提出了写作时的建议，即专注于表达想法，而不是追求完美，符合题意。故选C。 30．下文“Then in a day or two, come back to your poem with a critical eye.(然后一两天后，用批判的眼光重新审视你的诗。)”说明了编辑诗歌时需要休息一段时间后再回来审视，A选项“But first, give yourself a break.(但是首先，给自己一个休息的时间。)”承接下文，提出了编辑诗歌前的建议，即先休息一下，符合题意。故选A。 话题3 科学技术（人与社会） Passage 1 How to Stay Safe Online It’s no secret that the internet is home to some shady characters, but staying safe online doesn’t require you to turn your internet off. Instead, stay mindful and take a look at these easy tips on internet safety. 1 When it comes to online safety, it goes without saying that you should never share your passwords, banking information, or address online. Keep in mind that identity theft isn’t the only risk. 2 For example, information about your relationships could be used to figure out answers to your security questions or even give hackers (黑客) a tip-off when it comes to guessing your password. Double-check any links before you click. When checking your email or looking through social media, make sure you know and trust any links before you click on them. One way to tell if a link is safe is to run a mouse over it. 3 Check to make sure the preview link matches the site it should be from. You can verify (证实) the correct site link by googling the company name. Create and use complex passwords. You should always use complex passwords to improve internet safety. If you need some help coming up with a secure password, here are some tips. Make it at least 15 characters long-longer, if possible. 4 Don’t use sequences of numbers or letters, like “qwerty.” Back up your data. Most Macs and PCs have the option to let you back up your data, and it’s worthwhile taking the time to do it every so often. Data backups can be a lifesaver if your computer gets infected with a virus. 5 A．Be careful who you chat with. B．Mix up letters, numbers, and symbols. C．Don’t share your personal information. D．This will show a preview of the full link. E．This tip includes links sent to you by friends. F．You can restore your computer to its original state. G．Some details are riskier to share than you’d expect. 【答案】1．C 2．G 3．D 4．B 5．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了网络安全的四个实用技巧，包括不泄露个人信息、谨慎点击链接、设置复杂密码和备份数据，帮助用户安全上网。 1．根据后文“When it comes to online safety, it goes without saying that you should never share your passwords, banking information, or address online.(说到网络安全，不言而喻，你永远不应该在网上分享你的密码、银行信息或地址。)”可知，本段核心是不要分享个人信息，C选项“Don’t share your personal information.(不要分享你的个人信息。)”作为本段小标题，概括了后文内容，符合语境。故选C项。 2．根据前文“Keep in mind that identity theft isn’t the only risk.(要记住，身份盗窃并不是唯一的风险。)”和后文“For example, information about your relationships could be used to figure out answers to your security questions or even give hackers (黑客) a tip-off when it comes to guessing your password.(例如，关于你人际关系的信息可能会被用来找出安全问题的答案，甚至在黑客猜测你的密码时给他们提供线索。)”可知，空格处应说明有些个人细节分享起来风险比想象中高，G选项“Some details are riskier to share than you’d expect.(有些细节分享起来比你想象的更有风险。)”承接前文“不止身份盗窃一种风险”，引出后文人际关系信息的例子，符合语境。故选G项。 3．根据前文“One way to tell if a link is safe is to run a mouse over it.(判断一个链接是否安全的一种方法是将鼠标悬停在上面。)”和后文“Check to make sure the preview link matches the site it should be from.(检查预览链接是否与它应该来自的网站匹配。)”可知，空格处应说明鼠标悬停链接的作用，D选项“This will show a preview of the full link.(这将显示完整链接的预览。)”中的“This”指代“鼠标悬停链接”，“预览完整链接”与后文“检查预览链接”衔接，符合语境。故选D项。 4．根据前文“Make it at least 15 characters long-longer, if possible.(长度至少为15个字符，可能的话更长。)”和后文“Don’t use sequences of numbers or letters, like “qwerty.” (不要使用数字或字母序列，比如“qwerty”。)”可知，空格处应补充设置复杂密码的技巧，B选项“Mix up letters, numbers, and symbols.(混合使用字母、数字和符号。)”是设置复杂密码的具体方法，符合语境。故选B项。 5．根据前文“Data backups can be a lifesaver if your computer gets infected with a virus.(如果你的电脑感染了病毒，数据备份可能会成为救命稻草。)”可知，空格处应说明数据备份的作用，F选项“You can restore your computer to its original state.(你可以将电脑恢复到原始状态。)”解释了数据备份在电脑感染病毒后的具体用途，符合语境。故选F项。 Passage 2 Aging Isn’t Just About Decline We spend billions fighting aging and yet scientists argue this focus on decline misses the bigger picture. “Aging isn’t worsening: it’s living,” says Professor Michelle Feng. A key factor for that is stress management: Studies show older adults exhibit calmer responses under pressure. 6 . Emotional intelligence deepens with time. While youth often hold back emotions, older adults excel in looking at challenges differently. 7 . So elders are always honored as our life instructors. “When your time is more limited, you may focus on meaningful things that can benefit you now instead of in the future,” says Feng. 8 Long-term partnerships frequently reach peak satisfaction in their 60s and 70s. Women, in particular, report heightened emotional fulfillment despite physical changes. This agrees with broader happiness trends and studies now suggest the longer you are with your life partner, the closer you will be. Critically, mindset shapes outcomes. 9 .A landmark study found that people embracing positive aging lived 7.5 years longer than those resigned to decline. “How we age isn’t predetermined,” Feng emphasizes. “We really have so much more control over how we age than we think we do, and that can empower you to make decisions that are good for you.” From stress management to daily joy, the data underlines aging as an ongoing process of growth—not just loss. 10 . A．Closeness often improves with age B．Elders are confronted with more challenges C．This kind of wisdom improves emotional intelligence D．In turn, these positive reactions lead to better mental health E．It’s a common belief that older adults are less capable of handling moods F．Therefore, if our attitude makes a positive change, we can lead a better later life G．What we think about aging has a huge impact on how we actually experience it 【答案】6．D 7．C 8．A 9．G 10．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。短文打破了衰老仅与衰退相关的固有认知，强调衰老也是持续成长的过程，从压力管理、情绪智力、伴侣关系和心态等方面，阐述了衰老带来的积极变化。 6．根据前文“Studies show older adults exhibit calmer responses under pressure.(研究表明，老年人在压力下表现出更平静的反应)”可知，此空应承接“平静反应”，说明其带来的积极影响，D选项“In turn, these positive reactions lead to better mental health (反过来，这些积极的反应会带来更好的心理健康)”中的these positive reactions指代前文的“calmer responses”，且体现了逻辑递进关系，符合语境。故选D项。 7．根据本段小标题“Emotional intelligence deepens with time.(情绪智力会随着时间的推移而加深)”以及空前“older adults excel in looking at challenges differently.(老年人擅长以不同的方式看待挑战)”可知，此空需连接“看待挑战的方式”与“情绪智力”的关联，C选项“This kind of wisdom improves emotional intelligence(这种智慧会提升情绪智力)”中的This kind of wisdom指代老年人应对挑战的方式，且直接呼应本段主题，符合语境。故选C项。 8．分析语篇可知，此处应为本段的小标题，与其他段落格式一致，需简洁概括段落核心内容。根据空后“Long-term partnerships frequently reach peak satisfaction in their 60s and 70s.(长期伴侣关系通常在60多岁和70多岁时达到满意度顶峰)”和“the longer you are with your life partner, the closer you will be.(你和人生伴侣相处的时间越长，你们的关系就会越亲密)”可知，本段围绕“年龄增长与亲密关系提升”展开，A选项“Closeness often improves with age(亲密感往往会随着年龄增长而提升)”精准概括本段主题，适合作小标题。故选A项。 9．根据本段小标题“Critically, mindset shapes outcomes.(关键在于，心态塑造结果)”以及空后“A landmark study found that people embracing positive aging lived 7.5 years longer than those resigned to decline.(一项具有里程碑意义的研究发现，持积极衰老态度的人比接受衰退的人多活了7.5年)”可知，此空需引出“对衰老的想法”与“实际衰老体验”的关联，G选项“What we think about aging has a huge impact on how we actually experience it(我们对衰老的看法，会对我们实际体验衰老的方式产生巨大影响)”直接呼应小标题中的“心态”，且为后文研究内容做铺垫，符合语境。故选G项。 10．根据前文““How we age isn’t predetermined,” Feng emphasizes. “We really have so much more control over how we age than we think we do, and that can empower you to make decisions that are good for you.”(冯教授强调：“我们如何衰老并非命中注定。我们对衰老方式的掌控力远比想象中要强，这能让你有能力做出对自己有利的决定”)”可知，此空需对前文“心态可控、影响衰老”的内容进行总结，F选项“Therefore, if our attitude makes a positive change, we can lead a better later life(因此，如果我们的态度发生积极转变，就能拥有更美好的晚年生活)”中的therefore体现因果逻辑，承接前文核心观点，给出积极结论，符合语境。故选F项。 Passage 3 Nearsightedness is a common vision condition in which close objects look clear but far objects look blurry. 11 Myopia happens when the shape of the eye — or the shape of certain parts of the eye — causes light rays to bend or refract. Roughly 42% of Americans are nearsighted today, compared to 25% in 1971. The World Health Organization (WHO) predicts that about half of the world’s population will have myopia, or nearsightedness, by 2050. It’s clear that our vision is becoming increasingly blurry, but researchers are only now beginning to understand why. While our first response is to blame the increased use of screens, experts believe the real reason is not that, exactly, but it’s related: namely less time spent outdoors. 12 A 2017 study published in JAMA Ophthalmology found a link between increased UVB (中波紫外线) exposure and a decrease in myopia, particularly in children and young adults. 13 . Most screens are high contrast-like black text on a white page, or light text on a dark background. It’s still a theory, but some scientists think that the contrast of reading a book or looking at a bright screen in a dark room might be overstimulating our retinas (视网膜), causing more eye growth in children. Most people’s vision will stabilize in their teens, but some people develop myopia later in life, typically between ages 20 and 40. 14 . People with myopia are at a higher risk of developing eye issues as they age, such as glaucoma, early cataracts and macular degeneration. That’s why regular eye examinations are important. 15 , such as ensuring that you are reading or working in good light, choosing non-glare screens for your computer or TV and taking frequent breaks. A．Blurry vision isn’t the only problem. B．There is a sharp increase in nearsightedness. C．The medical term for nearsightedness is myopia. D．Natural light is essential for healthy eye development. E．That said, our increased use of screens is still a problem. F．Researchers are working on ways to slow down rising myopia rates. G．You can also prevent eye issues by making a few simple lifestyle changes. 【答案】11．C 12．D 13．E 14．A 15．G 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了引起近视的原因。 11．后文“Myopia happens when the shape of the eye — or the shape of certain parts of the eye — causes light rays to bend or refract.(当眼睛的形状或眼睛某些部位的形状导致光线弯曲或折射时，就会发生近视)”解释了什么是myopia，因此空处应提出myopia这个术语。C项“近视的医学术语是myopia”符合语境，故选C。 12．后文“A 2017 study published in JAMA Ophthalmology found a link between increased UVB (中波紫外线) exposure and a decrease in myopia, particularly in children and young adults.(2017年发表在《美国医学会眼科学》上的一项研究发现，中波紫外线暴露增加与近视减少之间存在联系，尤其是在儿童和年轻人中)”指出，接触中波紫外线会降低近视发生的概率，由此可知，自然光对眼睛的发育很重要。D项“自然光对眼睛的健康发育至关重要”符合语境，引起下文。故选D。 13．根据后文“It’s still a theory, but some scientists think that the contrast of reading a book or looking at a bright screen in a dark room might be overstimulating our retinas (视网膜), causing more eye growth in children.(这仍然是个理论，但一些科学家认为，在黑暗的房间里看书或看明亮的屏幕的对比可能会过度刺激我们的视网膜，导致儿童的眼睛生长更快)”可知，本段主要说明文电子屏幕对我们视力的负面影响，因此E项“话虽如此，我们电子屏幕使用率的增加仍然是一个问题”符合语境，可以作为本段主旨，故选E。 14．根据该空后“People with myopia are at a higher risk of developing eye issues as they age, such as glaucoma, early cataracts and macular degeneration.(随着年龄的增长，近视患者患青光眼、早期白内障和黄斑变性等眼部疾病的风险更高)”可知，近视带来的问题不仅仅是视力模糊这么简单，A项“视力模糊并不是唯一的问题”符合语境，故选A。 15．该空后“such as ensuring that you are reading or working in good light, choosing nonglare screens for your computer or TV and taking frequent breaks(比如确保你在良好的光线下阅读或工作，为电脑或电视选择防眩光屏幕，经常休息)”列举了一些保护视力的具体方法，由此推测空处应指出有预防近视问题的方法。G项“你也可以通过一些简单的生活方式改变来预防眼睛问题”符合语境，下文是对其的进一步补充说明，故选G。 Passage 4 For centuries, we kept track of our time by using paper calendars (日历), which were pretty but limited. With technological advances, digital calendars have appeared. 16 But features were quickly added to make them incredibly powerful. Here are some ways a digital calendar will handle your busy schedule better than pen and paper. Repeating events are always there. Many of the events on our calendar aren’t something we do once. 17 Attend a book club at 11 each Saturday? Go to the softball center at 6:30 on Thursdays? When you create such events, every occurrence automatically shows up on your calendar. 18 With a paper calendar, you can only schedule meetings and write down a save-the-date a few months in advance. But that’s it. A digital calendar lets you go as far as you need to. And you can schedule something for 2031 as though it were next week. You’ll get there on time! When you record the location of an appointment in your digital calendar, you can get directions to the event. Even better, your phone or computer can take current traffic conditions into account. 19 Co-ordinating (协调) schedules is easy to achieve. When you have to co-ordinate with others, a shared digital calendar helps. It can keep the problem from becoming increasingly harder. 20 Remind participants of the rescheduled, relocated, or removed meetings, and keep everyone on the same page. A．You can see far into the future. B．They’re something we do over and over. C．Can you make a digital calendar look more beautiful? D．However, you may forget that someone is waiting for you. E．At first, they were little more than a direct translation of paper ones. F．Thus, your digital calendar will inform you of a suitable time to leave. G．Let your calendar search for the next time when everyone is available. 【答案】16．E 17．B 18．A 19．F 20．G 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要说明了电子日历逐渐取代有局限的纸质日历，其优势包括自动显示重复事件、可规划远期日程、能提供出发时间建议、便于协调多人日程，更好地应对繁忙生活。 16．根据上文“With technological advances, digital calendars have appeared. (随着技术的进步，数字日历应运而生了.)”以及后文“But features were quickly added to make them incredibly powerful. Here are some ways a digital calendar will handle your busy schedule better than pen and paper. (但随后又迅速增加了各种功能，使其变得极其强大。以下是数字日历在处理您繁忙日程方面比纸笔方式更出色的一些方式。)”可知，前文提到“随着科技进步，电子日历出现了”，后文衔接“但很快添加了功能，使其变得极其强大”。E选项中的“At first”（起初）与后文“quickly added”（很快添加）形成时间对比，“little more than a direct translation of paper ones”（不过是纸质日历的直接替代品）呼应前文“纸质日历有局限性”，同时为后文“功能升级”做铺垫，逻辑连贯。E选项“起初，它们与纸质产品相比几乎没有什么区别，只是简单的直接翻版而已。”符合语境。故选E。 17．根据上文“Repeating events are always there. Many of the events on our calendar aren’t something we do once. (重复出现的事情总是存在。我们日程表上的许多事项都不是我们一次性就能完成的。)”以及后文“Attend a book club at 11 each Saturday? Go to the softball center at 6:30 on Thursdays? (每周六11点参加读书俱乐部？每周四6:30前去垒球训练中心？)”可知，前文提到“日历上的许多事件并非只做一次”，后文列举“每周六11点的读书俱乐部、每周四6:30的垒球中心”等重复活动，核心是“重复发生的事件”。B选项中的“do over and over” 与前文“aren’t something we do once”形成转折，且与后文“repeating events”（重复事件）主题一致，直接衔接下文举例，符合逻辑。B选项“这些是我们反复做的事情。”符合语境，故选B。 18．根据后文“With a paper calendar, you can only schedule meetings and write down a save-the-date a few months in advance. But that’s it. A digital calendar lets you go as far as you need to. And you can schedule something for 2031 as though it were next week. (使用纸质日历时，你只能提前几个月安排会议并写下纪念日提醒。但仅此而已。而电子日历则能让你做到更远的规划。你可以把2031年的安排当作是下周的安排来处理。)”可知，此空为段落主题句，后文对比“纸质日历只能提前几个月安排”与“电子日历可以安排到2031年，就像安排下周的事一样”，核心是“电子日历能规划更久远的时间”。A选项直接点明主题，“see far into the future”与后文“schedule something for 2031”直接呼应，形成总分关系，符合语境。A选项“你可以预见未来很久的事情。”符合语境，故选A。 19．根据上文“You’ll get there on time! When you record the location of an appointment in your digital calendar, you can get directions to the event. Even better, your phone or computer can take current traffic conditions into account. (你一定会准时到达的！当你在电子日历中记录好约会地点后，就可以获取前往该地点的路线指引。更妙的是，你的手机或电脑还能将当前的交通状况考虑在内。)”可知，前文提到“电子日历可记录地点、提供路线，还能考虑实时交通状况”，核心是“帮助准时到达”。F选项中的“thus”（因此）承接前文因果关系，“inform you of a suitable time to leave”（告知合适的出发时间）是“考虑交通状况”的自然结果，与段落主题“准时到达”一致。F选项“因此，您的数字日历会告知您一个合适的离店时间。”符合语境，故选F。 20．根据上文“Co-ordinating (协调) schedules is easy to achieve. When you have to co-ordinate with others, a shared digital calendar helps. It can keep the problem from becoming increasingly harder. (协调日程安排很容易实现。当你需要与他人协调时，一个共享的数字日历会有所帮助。它能够避免问题变得愈发棘手。)”以及后文“Remind participants of the rescheduled, relocated, or removed meetings, and keep everyone on the same page. (提醒参与者有关重新安排、重新地点或取消的会议事宜，确保所有人都了解最新情况。)”可知，段落主题是“协调日程很容易”，前文提到“共享电子日历能避免问题复杂化”，后文衔接“提醒参与者日程变更，让所有人保持同步”。G选项中的“search for the next time when everyone is available”（寻找所有人都有空的下一个时间）是共享日历协调日程的具体功能，承接前文“协调”，并为后文“日程变更提醒”做铺垫，逻辑通顺。G选项“让您的日历查找下一个所有人都有空的时间。”符合语境，故选G。 Passage 5 After hours of cooking and arranging the table, your goal is simple: to create an unforgettable dining experience for your guests. But success isn’t just about fresh ingredients or cooking skills. 21 Colour’s influence starts with the first glance. 22 The brain processes colour information and links it to taste, making us judge the same dish as delicious, average, or unappealing. So, making the food visually attractive is key, as guests will assume it tastes as good as it looks. For picky eaters, bowl colour is crucial. 23 They often find meals in red or blue bowls saltier than in white ones. A red bowl can also make them hesitant to try new dishes, and they might even refuse food if the bowl’s colour doesn’t suit them. Choosing the right tableware colour is top priority here. White plates are usually a safe choice, but avoid them with pale foods, which will look tasteless. They work well with vibrant dishes like salads or roasted meats, making the food’s colours stand out. For desserts, white plates enhance sweetness and flavor intensity. 24 Black plates, for example, can make food seem saltier and larger in portion. This means dark tableware needs careful consideration of the dish’s flavor and portion size. On the contrary, bright plates add creativity and highlight less colorful foods but can go wrong. 25 matching the plate’s colour too closely to the food can make portions seem smaller, as everything blends. Understanding colour psychology lets you turn a simple meal into a memorable experience — all through smart tableware choices. It allows you to guide your guests’ perceptions subtly, ensuring that each dish not only tastes wonderful but also feels perfectly suited to the moment. A．Dark plates have more varied effects. B．They prefer simple tableware without any patterns. C．The wrong bright shade makes food look artificial. D．That initial visual impression brings about a chain reaction. E．Using the wrong colour can ruin the overall dining mood. F．Their reactions to tableware colours are often more sensitive. G．The colour of tableware like plates, shapes how guests feel about the food. 【答案】21．G 22．D 23．F 24．A 25．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了餐具颜色对食物感受的影响，以及如何通过选择合适的餐具颜色来提升用餐体验。 21．根据上文“But success isn’t just about fresh ingredients or cooking skills. (但成功不仅仅取决于新鲜的食材或烹饪技巧。)”以及下文“Colour’s influence starts with the first glance. (颜色的影响从第一眼就开始了。)”可知，上文说用餐体验不仅仅取决于新鲜的食材或烹饪技巧，下文则提到了颜色。G选项“The colour of tableware like plates, shapes how guests feel about the food. (盘子等餐具的颜色会影响客人对食物的感受。)”承接上文“成功的用餐体验不止于食材和厨艺”，引出下文“颜色的影响”，“The colour of tableware”与下文“Colour’s influence”直接呼应，明确了文章核心话题 —— 餐具颜色的重要性。故选G项。 22．根据上文“Colour’s influence starts with the first glance. (颜色的影响始于第一眼。)”以及下文“The brain processes colour information and links it to taste, making us judge the same dish as delicious, average, or unappealing. (大脑处理颜色信息并将其与味道关联，让我们判断同一道菜是美味、普通还是令人反感。)”可知，此处应描述第一眼看到食物颜色后的一系列反应，D选项“That initial visual impression brings about a chain reaction. (这种最初的视觉印象会引发连锁反应。)”中的“initial visual impression”与上文的“first glance”相呼应，“a chain reaction”则引出下文大脑对颜色信息的处理和判断。故选D项。 23．根据上文“For picky eaters, bowl colour is crucial. (对于挑食的人来说，碗的颜色至关重要。)”以及下文“They often find meals in red or blue bowls saltier than in white ones. (他们经常发现放在红色或蓝色碗里的饭菜比放在白色碗里的更咸。)”可知，此处应描述挑食者对餐具颜色的敏感反应，F选项“Their reactions to tableware colours are often more sensitive. (他们对餐具颜色的反应往往更敏感。)”解释了“碗的颜色对挑食者至关重要”的原因，即敏感度更高，“Their”指代“picky eaters”，“more sensitive”与下文具体的颜色反应相呼应，逻辑连贯。故选F项。 24．根据下文“Black plates, for example, can make food seem saltier and larger in portion. This means dark tableware needs careful consideration of the dish’s flavor and portion size. (例如，黑色盘子会让食物看起来更咸、分量更大。这意味着深色餐具需要仔细考虑菜品的味道和分量。)”可知，此处应描述深色盘子对食物感受的影响，A选项“Dark plates have more varied effects. (深色盘子有更多样化的效果。)”是对下文内容的概括，“Dark plates”对应下文 “Black plates”“dark tableware”，“more varied effects”点明深色餐具的特点，引出下文具体举例说明，适合作为段落首句。故选A项。 25．根据上文“On the contrary, bright plates add creativity and highlight less colorful foods but can go wrong. (相反，亮色盘子能增添创意，突出颜色较淡的食物，但也可能出错。)”以及下文“matching the plate’s colour too closely to the food can make portions seem smaller, as everything blends. (如果盘子的颜色和食物的颜色太接近，会让食物看起来分量更小，因为一切都融合在一起了。)”可知，此处应描述明亮盘子可能出错的具体情况，C选项“The wrong bright shade makes food look artificial. (错误的明亮色调会让食物看起来不自然。)” 是对“亮色盘子可能出错”的具体说明，与下文“颜色过于接近导致分量显小”并列，补充了亮色餐具的另一个弊端，“The wrong bright shade”呼应上文“can go wrong”，衔接紧密。故选C项。 话题4 饮食与医疗健康（人与社会） Passage 1 When you think of robots, a wide series of images may come to mind. Do you imagine them walking and talking like humans, completely integrating into our social life or performing difficult tasks with ease? While robots have made remarkable advancements in recent years, they still face numerous challenges in truly copying human behavior. 1 Robots are increasingly being used in healthcare settings for a variety of tasks. From assisting in surgeries (外科手术) to providing companionship for the elderly, robots are becoming invaluable members of the healthcare team. 2 They rely heavily on advanced technology. Advanced sensors and artificial intelligence (AI) are key to a robot’s ability to understand and respond to its environment. 3 They can also analyze the collected data, and make informed decisions based on that information. For example, a robot designed to assist in surgeries can use sensors to monitor a patient’s vital signs in real time and change its actions accordingly. This ensures that the robot’s actions are always in the best interest of the patient. 4 They can be programmed to provide specific exercises or treatments tailored to an individual patient’s needs. This personalized approach ensures patients receive the most effective treatment possible. Furthermore, robots can also reduce the workload of healthcare professionals. Despite the many benefits of using robots in healthcare, there are still concerns about their safety and effectiveness. 5 As technology continues to advance, we can expect to see more robots playing a critical role in healthcare, changing the way we approach medical care. A．But how do these robots know what and how to do? B．The future of robotics in the use of surgeries is promising. C．In addition, robots are also playing a part in patient care. D．However, the field of health care is not without challenges. E．These technologies allow robots to detect changes in their surroundings. F．Researchers are constantly working to improve them in the robotic systems. G．However, one area where robots are making significant progress in healthcare. 【答案】1．G 2．A 3．E 4．C 5．F 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了机器人面临着模仿人类行为的挑战，但在医疗保健方面取得了进步——它们协助手术，通过技术照顾病人，研究人员正在提高它们的安全性，以供未来使用。 1．前文“While robots have made remarkable advancements in recent years, they still face numerous challenges in truly copying human behavior.( 虽然机器人近年来取得了显著的进步，但它们在真正模仿人类行为方面仍然面临着许多挑战。)”指出“机器人在模仿人类行为上仍面临诸多挑战”，以及后文“Robots are increasingly being used in healthcare settings for a variety of tasks.( 机器人越来越多地用于医疗保健环境中的各种任务。)”转而介绍“机器人在医疗领域的广泛应用”，需一个转折过渡句连接“挑战”与“医疗领域的进展”。G 选项“However, one area where robots are making significant progress in healthcare.( 然而，医疗领域是机器人取得显著进展的一个领域。)”实现转折，自然引出下文医疗场景的内容，符合逻辑。故选G项。 2．前文“Robots are increasingly being used in healthcare settings for a variety of tasks. From assisting in surgeries (外科手术) to providing companionship for the elderly, robots are becoming invaluable members of the healthcare team.( 机器人越来越多地用于医疗保健环境中的各种任务。从协助手术到陪伴老人，机器人正在成为医疗团队的宝贵成员。)”先说明“机器人在医疗领域承担多种任务”，后文第三段中“Advanced sensors and artificial intelligence (AI) are key to a robot’s ability to understand and respond to its environment.( 先进的传感器和人工智能（AI）是机器人理解环境并对其做出反应的关键。)”立刻阐述“先进传感器和人工智能是机器人运作的关键”，显然是在解答“机器人如何完成医疗任务”的疑问。A 选项“But how do these robots know what and how to do?( 但这些机器人如何知道做什么、怎么做？)”，通过设问精准衔接“应用描述”与“技术原理”，让段落过渡更流畅。故选A项。 3．前文“Advanced sensors and artificial intelligence (AI) are key to a robot’s ability to understand and respond to its environment.( 先进的传感器和人工智能（AI）是机器人理解环境并对其做出反应的关键。)”提到“先进传感器和人工智能（AI）是核心技术”，后文接着说“They can also analyze the collected data, and make informed decisions based on that information.( 它们还可以分析收集到的数据，并根据这些信息做出明智的决定。)”提到“它们还能分析数据并做决策”。“These technologies”指代前文的“advanced sensors and AI”，E 选项“These technologies allow robots to detect changes in their surroundings.( 这些技术让机器人能检测周围环境的变化。)”既承接前文“技术”，又与后文“收集数据、做决策”形成“检测→分析→决策”的完整逻辑链，符合技术运作顺序。故选E项。 4．根据第三段中“For example, a robot designed to assist in surgeries can use sensors to monitor a patient’s vital signs in real time and change its actions accordingly.( 例如，设计用于辅助手术的机器人可以使用传感器实时监测患者的生命体征，并相应地改变其行动。)”介绍“机器人辅助手术时的功能（监测生命体征、调整动作）”，以及后文“They can be programmed to provide specific exercises or treatments tailored to an individual patient’s needs. This personalized approach ensures patients receive the most effective treatment possible. Furthermore, robots can also reduce the workload of healthcare professionals.( 他们可以编程，提供特定的运动或治疗，量身定制以满足个别病人的需要。这种个性化的方法可以确保患者得到最有效的治疗。此外，机器人还可以减少医疗保健专业人员的工作量。)”提到“机器人可提供个性化治疗、减轻医护人员负担”，这些都属于“患者护理”范畴。C 选项“In addition, robots are also playing a part in patient care.( 此外，机器人还在患者护理中发挥作用。)”开头，既体现与前文“手术辅助”的并列关系，又总领后文内容，让文章结构更清晰。故选C项。 5．前文“Despite the many benefits of using robots in healthcare, there are still concerns about their safety and effectiveness. (尽管在医疗保健中使用机器人有很多好处，但人们仍然担心它们的安全性和有效性。)”提出“机器人在医疗领域的安全性和有效性仍存担忧”，以及后文“As technology continues to advance, we can expect to see more robots playing a critical role in healthcare, changing the way we approach medical care.( 随着技术的不断进步，我们可以期待看到更多的机器人在医疗保健中发挥关键作用，改变我们对待医疗保健的方式。)”转折“随着技术进步，机器人将在医疗中发挥更重要作用”。F选项“Researchers are constantly working to improve them in the robotic systems.( 研究人员一直在不断改进这些机器人系统。)”说明“担忧”正被积极解决，为后文“未来前景”做铺垫，使逻辑从“问题”自然过渡到“希望”，贴合语境。故选F项。 Passage 2 Most of us know that eating too much sugar isn’t good for us. With its consumption being linked to health dangers, sugar is high on most our lists of bad habits worth giving up. Reducing sugar intake helps you avoid the harms of over-consumption. It can also bring about some surprising upsides. 6 To gain such benefits, the first thing to understand is that not all sugar is bad for you. There’s a big difference between natural sugars and added sugars. 7 They not only provide energy but also offer sweetness to entice (引诱) us to eat the foods that contain important nutrients (营养成分). 8 In other words, you’re eating a lot of sugar, but you’re also getting many important nutrients your body needs. Added sugars, on the other hand, are sugars that are introduced to foods during processing, cooking, or at the table. There are more than 200 names for various added sugars on food labels. 9 Or, foods with added sugars don't provide meaningful amounts of any vitamins,minerals, or dietary fiber to offset them. Dropping or limiting added sugars in the diet can help you not only avoid such outcomes but can also improve your quality of life. 10 . One study showed that adolescents with a fatty liver disease who followed a low-sugar diet for just eight weeks improved their liver health. Short-term decreases in added sugar can also help you avoid sugar crashes and make it easier to maintain energy and healthier habits in the long term. A．Natural sugar can affect your mood as well. B．Natural sugars in the foods are naturally occurring. C．Those nutrients balance the sugar contained within. D．These include improved mood, skin and dental health. E．They are often added to sweeten the taste of unhealthy foods. F．Even temporarily reducing added sugars can provide benefits. G．Limiting sugar intake before a test may help you think more clearly. 【答案】6．D 7．B 8．C 9．E 10．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍减少糖分摄入有益处，区分天然糖与添加糖的不同，且限制添加糖能改善健康、提升生活质量。 6．由上文“Reducing sugar intake helps you avoid the harms of over-consumption. It can also bring about some surprising upsides.(减少糖分摄入有助于你避免过量食用的危害，还能带来一些令人惊讶的好处)”可知，本空需列举具体好处。D选项“These include improved mood, skin and dental health.(这些好处包括情绪、皮肤和牙齿健康的改善)”中“These”指代前文的“surprising upsides”，承接上文，符合题意。故选D。 7．由上文“There’s a big difference between natural sugars and added sugars.(天然糖和添加糖有很大区别)”及下文介绍天然糖的作用可知，本空应先定义天然糖。B选项“Natural sugars in the foods are naturally occurring.(食物中的天然糖是天然存在的)”明确了天然糖的属性，衔接上下文，符合逻辑。故选B。 8．由上文“They not only provide energy but also offer sweetness to entice us to eat the foods that contain important nutrients.(它们不仅提供能量，还能提供甜味，吸引我们食用含有重要营养成分的食物)”及下文“In other words, you’re eating a lot of sugar, but you’re also getting many important nutrients your body needs.(换句话说，你摄入了大量糖分，但也获得了身体所需的许多重要营养)”可知，本空需说明营养成分与糖分的关系。C选项“Those nutrients balance the sugar contained within.(那些营养成分可以平衡其中含有的糖分)”中“Those nutrients”指代上文的“important nutrients”，承上启下，符合题意。故选C。 9．由上文“Added sugars, on the other hand, are sugars that are introduced to foods during processing,cooking, or at the table.(另一方面，添加糖是在加工、烹饪或餐桌上添加到食物中的糖)”及下文“Or, foods with added sugars don't provide meaningful amounts of any vitamins, minerals, or dietary fiber to offset them.(或者说，含有添加糖的食物无法提供足够数量的维生素、矿物质或膳食纤维来抵消其影响)”可知，本空需介绍添加糖的特点。E选项“They are often added to sweeten the taste of unhealthy foods.(它们通常被添加到不健康的食物中以增加甜味)”中“They”指代上文的“Added sugars”，且与下文形成并列补充关系，符合逻辑。故选E。 10．由上文“Dropping or limiting added sugars in the diet can help you not only avoid such outcomes but can also improve your quality of life.(减少或限制饮食中的添加糖不仅可以帮助你避免这些后果，还可以提高你的生活质量)”及下文“One study showed that adolescents with a fatty liver disease who followed a low-sugar diet for just eight weeks improved their liver health.(一项研究表明，患有脂肪肝疾病的青少年只要坚持低糖饮食八周，他们的肝脏健康就会得到改善)”可知，本空需强调限制添加糖的益处，且衔接后文的短期效果。F选项“Even temporarily reducing added sugars can provide benefits.(即使是暂时减少添加糖也能带来益处)”中“temporarily reducing”与下文“for just eight weeks”相呼应，承上启下，符合题意。故选F。 Passage 3 Being one of the most varied foods, eggs are a great addition to any diet. Not only are they easier to add to just about any meal, but they are also incredibly nutritious and support overall health. 11 You may experience better brain function. Eggs provide choline (胆碱) — a key substance that enhances communication between brain cells, ensuring messages are delivered efficiently like a well-organized delivery system. Thus, eating eggs regularly can strengthen your memory. 12 What’s more, the nutrients in eggs act like brain fuel, keeping you focused during classes or while doing homework. You may have healthier eyes. Eating eggs helps protect your eyes with natural substances that act as natural sunglasses, blocking harmful light like screen blue light. Egg yolks contain more eye guarding nutrients than carrots, reducing eye fatigue (疲劳) during study sessions. 13 You can have stronger muscles and bones. Eggs provide quality protein for muscle repair after exercise, while their vitamin D works with other nutrients like calcium and phosphorus to strengthen bones. 14 Regular consumption supports muscle growth during daily activities and keeps bones strong. 15 It may seem like other foods are much better at making you feel full, but eggs are actually an excellent selection to help you keep it that way. They are the ideal mix of protein and fat and can be extremely satisfying and filling. By consuming more eggs, you are able to significantly decrease short term food and snacks. A．Eggs are a good source when you’re busy B．You can have a full stomach for longer time. C．You can get more protein after having an egg. D．So regular egg consumption helps maintain clear vision. E．This makes it easier to remember school lessons or daily tasks F．When you eat eggs regularly, this is what happens to your body. G．They can help to maintain bone structure and prevent weakness. 【答案】11．F 12．E 13．D 14．G 15．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。本文围绕“常吃鸡蛋会给身体带来哪些好处”这一主题，用总分结构依次介绍五大益处。 11．根据空格前句子“Being one of the most varied foods, eggs are a great addition to any diet. Not only are they easier to add to just about any meal, but they are also incredibly nutritious and support overall health.(作为最多样化的食物之一，鸡蛋对任何饮食都是很好的补充。它们不仅更容易添加到任何一餐中，而且它们也非常有营养，有助于整体健康。)”以及下文各段提到的吃鸡蛋的益处可知，空格处应引出“吃鸡蛋会给身体带来哪些整体变化”。F项“When you eat eggs regularly, this is what happens to your body.(当你经常吃鸡蛋时，你的身体就会出现这些变化)”恰好起到总领下文各项益处的作用。故选F。 12．根据空格前句子“Thus, eating eggs regularly can strengthen your memory.(因此，经常吃鸡蛋可以增强你的记忆力)”可知，空格处应补充“记忆力增强”带来的具体好处。E项“This makes it easier to remember school lessons or daily tasks(这会让你更容易记住课堂内容或日常事务)与“强化记忆”直接衔接。故选E。 13．根据空格前句子“Egg yolks contain more eye guarding nutrients than carrots, reducing eye fatigue (疲劳) during study sessions.(蛋黄比胡萝卜含有更多的保护眼睛的营养素，在学习过程中减少眼睛疲劳。)”可知，空格处应总结“护眼”结果。D项“So regular egg consumption helps maintain clear vision.(因此常吃鸡蛋有助于保持清晰视力)”与上文形成因果呼应。故选D。 14．根据空格前句子“Eggs provide quality protein for muscle repair after exercise, while their vitamin D works with other nutrients like calcium and phosphorus to strengthen bones.(鸡蛋为运动后的肌肉修复提供优质蛋白质，而鸡蛋中的维生素D与钙、磷等其他营养物质一起增强骨骼。)”可知，空格处应点明“强健骨骼”的最终效果。所以，G项“They can help to maintain bone structure and prevent weakness.(它们能帮助维持骨骼结构并防止脆弱)”填入空格处，符合语境。故选G。 15．根据空格后的句子“It may seem like other foods are much better at making you feel full, but eggs are actually an excellent selection to help you keep it that way.(似乎其他食物更能让你有饱腹感，但鸡蛋实际上是一个很好的选择，可以帮助你保持这种感觉。)”可知，空格处应强调“鸡蛋更饱腹”。B项“You can have a full stomach for longer time.(你能更长时间保持饱腹)”与后文“They are the ideal mix of protein and fat and can be extremely satisfying and filling.(它们富含蛋白质和脂肪，非常令人满足且能提供饱腹感。)”直接对应。故选B。 Passage 4 Our tongue plays a crucial role in eating, talking, and other vital functions. It is not a single muscle but rather a muscular organ made up of eight muscle pairs that help it move. The surface of the tongue is covered by tiny bumps. 16 They’re called papillae and give the tongue a rough surface. These are sometimes mistaken for taste buds, but they’re not. Of your 200,000-300,000 papillae, only a small part contains taste buds. So what does a healthy tongue look like? A healthy tongue is pink, although the shade may vary from person to person, ranging from dark to light pink. 17 But great changes or discoloration may indicate a disease or other issues. When you go to see a doctor, your tongue can reveal a lot about your health. The doctor will look for any changes in the tongue’s surface or how it moves, which can indicate issues in the mouth itself and show the state of your overall health as well. 18 Cleaning your tongue twice a day can help you check how your tongue looks and feels - and improve your breath. 19 Cleaning your tongue only takes around 10-15 seconds, but it is a good way to check in with your health and can easily be incorporated into your teeth brushing routine. You can clean your tongue by gently scrubbing it with a regular toothbrush. This removes any food debris and helps prevent microbes building up on its rough textured (有纹理的) surface. Or you can use a special tongue scraper (刮刀). Your co-workers will thank you as well — cleaning your tongue can help combat stinky breath. Tongue scrapers are particularly effective at removing the bacteria that commonly causes bad breath, hidden in the tongue’s surface. 20 A．They can be seen and felt. B．How should you clean your tongue? C．So how to keep our tongues healthy? D．A small amount of white coating can be normal. E．So take small, daily action to ensure you’ve good health. F．But there’s no need to wait anxiously for a trip to the doctor. G．So if you’ve been dealing with a bad breath, try cleaning your tongue today. 【答案】16．A 17．D 18．F 19．B 20．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了通过我们的舌头可以知道我们的健康情况，我们平时应该清洁我们的舌头，不但可以防止口臭，还有利于我们的健康。 16．上文“The surface of the tongue is covered by tiny bumps. (舌头表面布满了微小的凸起)”介绍了舌头表面的凸起，下文“They’re called papillae and give the tongue a rough surface. (它们被称为乳突，使舌头表面粗糙)”进一步说明该凸起，A选项“它们可以被看见和摸到”中的They指代tiny bumps，承接上文对凸起的描述，为下文介绍其名称和作用做铺垫，符合语境。故选A。 17．上文“A healthy tongue is pink, although the shade may vary from person to person, ranging from dark to light pink. (健康的舌头是粉红色的，尽管颜色因人而异，从深粉色到浅粉色不等)”描述健康舌头的颜色，下文“But great changes or discoloration may indicate a disease or other issues.  (但巨大的变化或变色可能预示着疾病或其他问题)”转折说明异常情况，D选项“少量的白色舌苔可能是正常的”补充健康舌头的正常状态，与下文异常情况形成对比，符合语境。故选D。 18．上文“The doctor will look for any changes in the tongue’s surface or how it moves, which can indicate issues in the mouth itself and show the state of your overall health as well. (医生会检查舌头表面的任何变化或它的活动方式，这既可以指示口腔本身的问题，也能反映你的整体健康状况)”介绍医生通过舌头检查健康，下文“Cleaning your tongue twice a day can help you check how your tongue looks and feels — and improve your breath. (每天清洁舌头两次，不仅有助于你留意舌头的外观和触感——还能改善口气。)”提出自我检查的方法，F选项“但不必焦急地等待去看医生”承上启下，引出下文自我检查的方式，符合语境。故选F。 19．下文“Cleaning your tongue only takes around 10-15 seconds, but it is a good way to check in with your health and can easily be incorporated into your teeth brushing routine. You can clean your tongue by gently scrubbing it with a regular toothbrush. This removes any food debris and helps prevent microbes building up on its rough textured (有纹理的) surface. Or you can use a special tongue scraper (刮刀). (清洁舌头只需要大约10-15秒，但这是检查您健康状况的好方法，可以很容易地纳入您的刷牙程序。你可以用普通牙刷轻轻擦洗舌头来清洁。这可以去除任何食物残渣，并有助于防止微生物在其粗糙的表面上积聚。或者，您可以使用特殊的刮舌板)”详细介绍了清洁舌头的时间、方法和工具，B选项“你应该如何清洁舌头？”以设问方式引出下文清洁舌头的具体内容，符合语境。故选B。 20．上文“Tongue scrapers are particularly effective at removing the bacteria that commonly causes bad breath, hidden in the tongue’s surface. (刮舌板特别有效地清除隐藏在舌头表面、通常导致口臭的细菌)”说明清洁舌头对改善口臭的作用，G选项“所以如果你一直被口臭困扰，今天就试试清洁舌头吧”承接上文，给出针对口臭问题的建议，符合语境。故选G。 Passage 5 Nature comforts our stressed-out souls. We know that nature is the best prescription, and new research suggests we can gain benefits while visiting parks. 21 The study published in the International Journal of Environmental Health Research found that spending 20 minutes in a city park can make you happier, regardless of whether you use that time to exercise or not. “In general, we found park visitors reported an improvement in emotional well-being after the park visit,”  the study’s lead author, Professor Hon K. Yuen at the University of Alabama at Birmingham said in a statement. “ 22 Instead, we found time spent in the park is related to improved emotional well-being. ” For the study, 94 adults visited three city parks in Mountain Brook, Alabama. 23 They also completed a questionnaire about their subjective well-being before and after their visit. A visit of between 20 and 25 minutes showed the best results, with a roughly 64% increase in the participants’ self-reported well-being, even if they didn’t move a great deal in the park. 24 The study group was truly small, as the study’s co-author and another UAB professor, Gavin Jenkins, acknowledged. 25 The challenge facing cities is that there is increasing evidence about the value of city parks but we continue to see the decrease of these spaces. A．But we didn’t find levels of physical activity are linked to improved emotional well-being. B．The length of their physical activity was tracked. C．The best part of it is that you needn’t visit a national park or go far out of your way. D．However, its findings pointed out the importance of city parks. E．If you want to feel happier, you just need to exercise for 20 minutes in a park. F．This means people can benefit from visiting a nearby park, regardless of physical ability. G．You usually visit a small green space in your neighborhood. 【答案】21．C 22．A 23．B 24．F 25．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章围绕“城市公园对情绪健康的益处”展开，介绍了一项研究发现：在城市公园停留20分钟即可提升幸福感，且该效果与是否运动无关。 21．根据上文“new research suggests we can gain benefits while visiting parks. (新的研究表明，参观公园时我们能获得益处。)”以及下文“spending 20 minutes in a city park can make you happier, regardless of whether you use that time to exercise or not. (在城市公园待20分钟就能让你更快乐，无论你是否利用这段时间锻炼。)”可知，上文引出“公园有益”的观点，下文具体说明“城市公园、20分钟、无需锻炼”等核心信息，此空应衔接上下文，强调“无需特意前往偏远公园”这一便捷性。C选项“The best part of it is that you needn’t visit a national park or go far out of your way. (最棒的是，你不必去国家公园或特意绕远路。)”中的“needn’t visit a national park or go far”呼应下文“city park”，突出城市公园的便利性，承上启下，符合语境。故选C项。 22．根据下文“Instead, we found time spent in the park is related to improved emotional well-being. (相反，我们发现花在公园的时间与情绪健康的改善有关。)”中的“Instead”可知，上下文存在转折关系，上文应是研究排除的因素。A选项“But we didn’t find levels of physical activity are linked to improved emotional well-being. (但我们发现身体活动水平与情绪健康的改善并无关联。)”中的“didn’t find... linked”与下文“Instead, we found... related”形成转折，明确研究结论——情绪改善与运动无关，仅与公园停留时间相关，逻辑连贯。故选A项。 23．根据上文“For the study, 94 adults visited three city parks in Mountain Brook, Alabama (在这项研究中，94 名成年人走访了阿拉巴马州芒廷布鲁克市的三座城市公园。)”以及下文“They also completed a questionnaire... (他们还完成了一份问卷……)”可知，此处介绍研究的具体流程，“also”表明此空应是研究的另一项数据收集方式。B选项“The length of their physical activity was tracked. (他们的身体活动时长被记录下来。)”符合研究流程的描述，“tracked”与下文“completed a questionnaire”并列，说明研究通过“记录运动时长”和“填写问卷”两种方式收集数据，衔接自然。故选B项。 24．根据上文“A visit of between 20 and 25 minutes showed the best results, with a roughly 64% increase in the participants’ self-reported well-being, even if they didn’t move a great deal in the park. (停留20至25分钟的效果最佳，参与者的自我报告幸福感大约提升了64%，即使他们在公园内没有大量活动。)”可知，上文强调“无需大量运动，仅停留20-25分钟即可获益”，此空应进一步推导该结论的意义。F选项“This means people can benefit from visiting a nearby park, regardless of physical ability. (这意味着无论体能如何，人们都能从参观附近的公园中获益。)”中的“This means”承接前文研究结果，“regardless of physical ability”呼应“didn’t move a great deal”，说明该益处不受体能限制，适用人群更广，符合语境。故选F项。 25．根据上文“The study group was truly small, as the study’s co-author and another UAB professor, Gavin Jenkins, acknowledged. (这项研究的合著者、阿拉巴马大学伯明翰分校（UAB）的另一位教授加文・詹金斯承认，该研究的样本量确实很小。)”以及下文“The challenge facing cities is that there is increasing evidence about the value of city parks... (城市面临的挑战是，越来越多的证据表明城市公园的价值……)”可知，上文指出研究的局限性（样本小），下文转而强调城市公园的价值，此空应转折衔接，说明尽管样本小，但研究结论仍有重要意义。D选项“However, its findings pointed out the importance of city parks. (然而，其研究结果指出了城市公园的重要性。)”中的“However”转折上文“样本小”的不足，“pointed out the importance”引出下文“城市公园的价值”，逻辑连贯。故选D项。 Passage 6 Spending time in the sun can be beneficial. 26 This is because the sun causes changes in the body that require more effort, leading to tiredness. What can you do to safely spend time in the sun? Here’s some advice. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water. Drink water before you even feel thirsty. 27 And remember to drink water before you get into the sun as well as throughout the time you’re spending outside. While electrolyte beverages (电解质饮品) can be useful if you’re sweating a lot, it’s best to drink water when you’re out in the sun. Protect your skin from sunburn. Use sunscreen (防晒霜) that has an SPF of 30 or higher. Reapply it every two hours, or after swimming or sweating when you’re outside. Also, wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and hats. 28 This is when the sun’s rays are strongest and can cause the most skin damage. Don’t lie in the sun just to darken your skin, which speeds up the aging of your skin and increases your risk for all types of skin cancer. 29 Wear lightweight and loose clothing, drinks a cold beverage, go for a swim in the pool, use a fan and seek shade. This can greatly assist in lowering your body temperature, allowing you to expend less energy on regulating your body heat. Watch for signs that you need to see a doctor. The best way to tell if you’re just tired or experiencing more serious signs of heat-related issues is to see how you feel once you’re out of the heat. 30 If you’re still feeling ill within 15 minutes, you should seek medical care. A．Cool your body off. B．These all require extra energy from your body. C．Avoid being in the sun between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. D．Get into a cool environment and drink lots of liquids. E．When you do feel thirsty, drink more than you think you should. F．None of this is meant to suggest that you stay indoors away from the sun’s rays. G．However, after hours in the sun, even when relaxing, you might feel extra sleepy. 【答案】26．G 27．E 28．C 29．A 30．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了晒太阳虽有益，但长时间暴晒易疲劳，进而给出安全晒太阳的多项建议（补水、防晒、降温等）及就医提示。 26．上文“Spending time in the sun can be beneficial.(晒太阳有益健康。)”提出晒太阳有益；而空后转折“This is because the sun causes changes in the body that require more effort, leading to tiredness.(这是因为阳光会使身体产生一些变化，而这些变化需要消耗更多能量，进而导致疲劳。)”说明阳光会让身体产生需更多能量的变化，导致疲劳。选项G“However, after hours in the sun, even when relaxing, you might feel extra sleepy.(然而，即便只是放松状态，长时间暴晒后你可能会格外困倦。)”中的“however”承接前文积极表述，同时引出长时间晒太阳会格外困倦，与下文内容相符。故选G。 27．上文“Drink water before you even feel thirsty.(在感到口渴之前就应补充水分。)”强调口渴前就要喝水。选项E“When you do feel thirsty, drink more than you think you should.(当你真的觉得口渴时，饮水量要比你认为需要的更多。)”延续上文内容，补充口渴时的补水要点。故选E。 28．上文“Use sunscreen (防晒霜) that has an SPF of 30 or higher. Reapply it every two hours, or after swimming or sweating when you’re outside. Also, wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and hats.(使用防晒指数30及以上的防晒霜。在户外时，每两小时补涂一次，游泳或大量出汗后也需及时补涂。此外，穿戴好防护衣物、太阳镜和帽子。)”给出了用防晒霜、穿防护衣物等具体措施。而空后“This is when the sun’s rays are strongest and can cause the most skin damage.(这段时间是太阳光线最强的时段，对皮肤的损伤也最大。)”则解释这是太阳光线最强、最易损伤皮肤的时段。选项C“Avoid being in the sun between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.(避免在上午10点至下午2点之间暴晒。)”既符合防晒伤的核心需求，又与后文太阳光线最强的时段直接对应，说明避免该时段的原因，逻辑连贯。故选C。 29．空处为为段落小标题，需概括本段核心内容。根据本段内容“Wear lightweight and loose clothing, drinks a cold beverage, go for a swim in the pool, use a fan and seek shade. This can greatly assist in lowering your body temperature, allowing you to expend less energy on regulating your body heat.(穿戴轻便宽松的衣物、饮用冷饮、去泳池游泳、使用风扇并寻找阴凉处休息。这些做法能有效帮助降低体温，减少身体在调节体温上消耗的能量。)”可知，本段讲述的都是降低体温的具体方式。选项A“Cool your body off. (给身体降温。)”直接概括本段内容。故选A。 30．上文“The best way to tell if you’re just tired or experiencing more serious signs of heat-related issues is to see how you feel once you’re out of the heat. (判断你只是单纯疲劳，还是出现了更严重的高温相关不适症状，最好的方法是观察自己离开高温环境后的感受。)”提出离开高温环境后观察身体状况；选项D“Get into a cool environment and drink lots of liquids.(进入凉爽环境并大量饮水)”是离开高温后的首要应对措施，承接前文内容。故选D。 $