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专题强化训练15 阅读七选五——段中设空题
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(2025·汕头二模)Globalization has led to a sort of “melting pot” phenomenon. People from different cultures are coming together like never before. Take food, for instance. You can find sushi in São Paulo, tacos in Tokyo, and pizza in Pakistan. It's amazing, right? But there's another side. 1.___________________________________________Their unique traditions might start to disappear.
1.D 解析:下文提到他们独特的传统可能开始消失,空处应提及当地文化面临的不好的情况。D项符合语境。
D.Small, local cultures might feel threatened.
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2._____________________________________________________TV shows, movies, and music are consumed worldwide. But is this leading to cultural homogenization (均匀化)? Are we all starting to dress, talk, and act the same way? It's a worrying thought. But on the other hand, media can also provide a platform for diverse voices.
2.E 解析:根据下文内容可知,本段围绕电视节目、电影和音乐等媒体在文化方面的影响展开。E项概括段落主旨,符合语境。
E.Media plays a huge role in cultural globalization.
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Language is another hot topic when it comes to globalization. English has become the lingua franca (通用语) of the world. 3.___________________________________________________But what does this mean for other languages? Some linguists estimate that half of the world's more than 6,000 languages will have disappeared by the end of this century. That is what really needs our attention.
3.F 解析:上文提到了英语已经成为世界通用语言,空处应进一步说明英语作为通用语言的具体体现。F项承接上文,符合语境。
F.It's the language of business, science, and the Internet.
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Education is also hugely impacted by globalization. Students are no longer limited to their local schools or universities.4.________________________________________This leads to a more global perspective, but it also means that educational standards are becoming more uniform. Is this a good thing or a bad thing?
4.C 解析:上文提到学生的学习地点不再局限于当地的学校或大学,空处应说明学生现在在学习地点上的变化。C项承接上文,符合语境。
C.They can study anywhere in the world.
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So, what's the conclusion on globalization and its impact on culture? Well, it's complicated. There are definitely benefits—increased diversity, greater understanding, and more opportunities for cultural exchange. But there are also disadvantages—cultural homogenization, loss of traditional practices, and the threat of a global monoculture.5.______________________________________Globalization isn't a one-way street. It's a process of giving and taking, of integrating and borrowing. And it's up to us to shape it in a way that preserves the best of our cultures and also accepts the new.
A.The key is to accept the complexity.
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5.A 解析:上文提到全球化对文化的影响是复杂的,有好处也有坏处,A项总结了上文全球化影响的复杂性,并引出下文关于如何应对全球化的内容,符合语境。
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A.The key is to accept the complexity.
B.They are influenced by globalization.
C.They can study anywhere in the world.
D.Small, local cultures might feel threatened.
E.Media plays a huge role in cultural globalization.
F.It's the language of business, science, and the Internet.
G.However, the spread of English can also contribute to global issues.
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【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了全球化带来的“大熔炉”现象,从食物、媒体、语言、教育等方面分析了全球化的利弊,并指出全球化对文化的影响的双面性。
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B
(2025·宁波二模)The path to healthy weight combines two key elements. Exercise and eating habits form its foundation. Some believe they demand lots of effort or planning. But that's not true. In fact, the best way to work them into our lives is by making small changes that gradually become part of our routine. 1.__________________________
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1.G 解析:本文结构为“总—分—总”式。上文提到将运动和饮食习惯融入生活最好的方法就是做一些小的改变,下文就如何做到这一点提出了一些建议,空处位于段尾,引起下文,G项符合语境。
G.Here's how to make these other healthy habits just as easy.
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Regular Exercise
Teens should get 60+ minutes of daily physical activity. 2.___________________________________________________________All that matters is that each week you get the right balance of activity, including dancing, brisk walking, or stair-climbing. Breaking workouts into 15-minute “exercise snacks” (e.g., morning yoga, lunchtime walks) throughout the day makes goals more achievable. This strategy avoids burn out while keeping energy steady.
F.It doesn't mean doing tough exercises or hitting the gym.
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2.F 解析:上文提到青少年每天应该进行60分钟以上的体育活动,下文则说重要的是每周都能保持适当的活动平衡,将锻炼化整为零,空处应指出无需拘泥于强度及锻炼方式,F项符合语境。
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Good Eating Habits
3._____________________________________________________Actually, crash diets cause weight rebounds. A 2022 study found 80% of teens regained weight post-diet. Therefore, teens should eat a variety of foods, and there's nothing wrong with the occasional treat. A candy bar somehow beats snapping daily.
3.E 解析:下文指出速成节食会导致体重反弹,空处应指出不应该靠节食来保持健康。E项符合语境。
E.Eating well doesn't mean dieting over and over.
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To build lasting habits, reshape your mind set. 4.___________________________________________When stressed, try brief walks rather than reaching for snacks. Track weekly progress with a check list—small achievements boost motivation strongly.
4.C 解析:根据上下文可知,本段主旨是通过重塑心态来养成持久的习惯,且下文强调用饮食以外的方式应对不良情绪,空处应说明食物和情绪之间的联系,C项符合语境。
C.View food as fuel, not emotional comfort.
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In conclusion, creatively design a routine blending exercise and nutrition in your own way. 5._______________________________While others choose gym workouts, you might prefer playing Frisbee with your dog. Knowing what's right for you will make it a lot easier to do!
5.A 解析:根据上下文内容可知,本段强调以自己的方式设计结合运动和营养的日常习惯,A项表明每个人是不同的,符合语境。
A.You're all different after all.
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A.You're all different after all.
B.Independence matters in habit-building.
C.View food as fuel, not emotional comfort.
D.Low-calorie diets ensure steady weight loss.
E.Eating well doesn't mean dieting over and over.
F.It doesn't mean doing tough exercises or hitting the gym.
G.Here's how to make these other healthy habits just as easy.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章探讨了实现健康体重的方法。
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C
(2025·济宁一模)As a leadership consultant for many years, I've found many of the leaders I work with report feeling frustrated (沮丧的) as they face the continuous change and uncertainty in the growing challenges of their roles. 1.______________________________________
_____________________________________Throughout their careers, leaders are conditioned to come up with the final, correct answer. Given that human's brains are hardwired to see uncertainty as a risk or threat, it's physiologically normal to feel stress when they are faced with unfamiliar situations.
B.Understandably, it's easy for them to feel this way.
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1.B 解析:上文指出领导者们有沮丧的感受这一现象,空处应对这种感受进行合理的说明或承接。B项符合语境。
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Sadly, in the world of leadership training, we often celebrate qualities like decisiveness, innovation, and resilience (抗逆力). 2.__________________________________________________________Without it, even the most talented leaders struggle to sustain their success.
2.D 解析:上文提到了领导力培训中常被推崇的品质,下文“Without it...sustain their success.”指出若缺少某一品质的后果,空处应表明it的指代对象。D项符合语境。
D.One vital skill—frustration tolerance—is often overlooked.
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According to the psychological definition, frustration tolerance involves the capacity to bear discomfort, regulate emotional responses, and maintain a forward mindset in the face of challenges. 3.___________________________________________________________It not only allows leaders to stand the discomfort of building something meaningful without giving up but also helps them stay grounded and purposeful, even when immediate results aren't what they hoped for.
3.C 解析:上文对挫折容忍力的定义进行了阐述,空处要进一步说明挫折容忍力在领导力中的作用。C项符合语境。
C.In leadership, it is the unsung hero of long-term success.
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4.__________________________________________________
_____________Leaders can train their frustration tolerance by pursuing goals outside of leadership that don't offer instant rewards. Try going to the gym teaching discipline, patience, and the value of gradual progress. These experiences build resilience and reinforce frustration tolerance as a transferable skill.
4.F 解析:下文介绍了领导者培养挫折容忍力的方法,空处应与培养挫折容忍力相关。F项符合语境。
F.Developing frustration tolerance isn't easy, but it's possible.
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5.___________________________________________________________
Leadership and entrepreneurship are marathons, not sprints (冲刺) . Honoring your energy ensures you're better equipped to handle frustration and maintain the stamina needed for long-term success.
5.G 解析:上文提到了经历对增强韧性和挫折容忍力的作用,空处应与如何进一步提升或保持这种能力相关。G项承上启下,其中的recharge与下文Honoring your energy相呼应,符合语境。
G.Also remember to prioritize rest and create space to recharge.
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A.They quit their jobs out of the blue.
B.Understandably, it's easy for them to feel this way.
C.In leadership, it is the unsung hero of long-term success.
D.One vital skill—frustration tolerance—is often overlooked.
E.Leadership can't be defined by a one-size-fits-all approach.
F.Developing frustration tolerance isn't easy, but it's possible.
G.Also remember to prioritize rest and create space to recharge.
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【解题导语】 本文是一篇议论文。文章围绕领导者在面对角色挑战中的变化和不确定性时产生的沮丧情绪展开,提出挫折容忍力这一常被忽视的重要技能,并论述其对领导者长期成功的关键作用,还阐述了培养挫折容忍力的方法。
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D
(2025·济南一模)We all know that first impressions are important and that they are lasting. That's why we work hard to make great first impressions. 1.________________________________________________
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1.F 解析:上文说明第一印象的重要性,下文说明了第一印象的不利影响。空处应与上文构成转折关系,引出下文。F项符合语境。
F.Nevertheless, the same first impressions can block our career progress.
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First impressions might overshadow your abilities. When you are hired in an organization, a set of inferences are made about you. Making inferences is human nature. If you become known for your attention to details, you may never be seen as someone who can see the big picture. If you are the person who organizes all of the birthday celebrations, you may never be seen as management material. 2._______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
E.Whatever labels, they prevent people seeing your other capacities.
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2.E 解析:上文通过举例说明第一印象给人带来的固定看法。空处总结上文,说明这些看法带来的负面影响。E项符合语境。
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First impressions can stamp you forever, often pre-determining the path of your career and how far you will be able to advance your career. These perceptions paint a picture of who people think you are. 3.___________________________________________________________This, in large part, is why your careers are held back, why you become frustrated, dissatisfied and even want to leave the present position.
3.D 解析:上文说明第一印象对职业发展的影响以及形成的看法。空处承接上文,进一步说明改变这些看法的难度。D项符合语境,该项中的them指代上文中的“These perceptions”。
D.It is often extremely difficult for people to change them.
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But it doesn't have to come to that if you can unlock hidden aspects of your value. Talk about what you are reading or a project you are working on at home with coworkers and your manager when appropriate. This can demonstrate other skills you possess. Embrace (接受) new things and become knowledgeable about your company and industry. 4.___________________________________________________
Volunteer in your company. It is a good way to give yourself the opportunity for others to see you in a way that is outside of your defined role.
C.Thus, you can contribute in fresh and unexpected ways.
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4.C 解析:上文强调要不断学习新知识。空处说明这样做的好处,并引出下文中的内容。C项符合语境。
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5._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________As people get to know you better, they will recognize your diverse interests and capabilities, potentially opening new doors for career advancement.
5.G 解析:下文说明人们对自己有更好了解后带来的积极影响。空处引出下文,提出改变他人看法的建议。G项统领全段,符合语境。
G.By expanding your knowledge and network, you can reshape others' perceptions.
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A.Here are some useful suggestions for you.
B.Arm yourself with as much knowledge as possible.
C.Thus, you can contribute in fresh and unexpected ways.
D.It is often extremely difficult for people to change them.
E.Whatever labels, they prevent people seeing your other capacities.
F.Nevertheless, the same first impressions can block our career progress.
G.By expanding your knowledge and network, you can reshape others' perceptions.
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【解题导语】 本文是一篇议论文。文章论述了第一印象对职业生涯的影响,以及如何通过展示多样化的能力和兴趣来改变他人对自己的看法,从而推动职业发展。
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题源:https://www.britannica.com/
Niagara Falls, waterfall on the Niagara River in northeastern North America, one of the continent's most famous spectacles. Niagara Falls was formed over 12,000 years ago as a result of the melting ice from the retreating glaciers at the end of the Wisconsin Glacial Stage, but the rocks that make up the formation date back to more than 400 hundred million years ago.
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1.____________________________________________Erosion played a significant role in shaping Niagara Falls into the natural spectacle we see today. The water first poured over the Niagara Escarpment near present-day Lewiston, New York, and it has continued to erode the rocks over the millennia, as the water exerts hydrostatic pressure on the rock layers of the escarpment (陡坡).
1. C 解析:空处位于段首。下文重点讲述侵蚀作用对尼亚加拉大瀑布的塑造,且上文提到冰川融化和岩石形成时间,均与瀑布的形成因素相关。C项承接上文的形成背景,引出下文的侵蚀作用,符合语境。
C.Many factors shaped its current form.
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The upper layer of dolomite (白云岩石) is underlain by softer shale (页岩), which erodes more quickly. 2._______________________________
_________________As water sinks in the joints of the dolomite, blocks of it fall away, allowing the falls to maintain their vertical drop and continue the falls upstream migration underneath the Niagara River.
2. D 解析:上文说明上层白云岩下的页岩侵蚀更快,下文讲白云岩块脱落使瀑布保持垂直落差并向上游移动。D项表明侵蚀过程缓慢改变着瀑布的位置,且选项中的 “changes the falls' position” 呼应下文 “upstream migration” ,符合语境。
D.This process slowly changes the falls' position.
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Niagara Falls is famous for its beauty and uniqueness as a physical phenomenon. 3.________________________________It is situated on the border between Ontario, Canada, and New York state, U.S. Niagara Falls is renowned for the sheer volume of water that cascades (倾泻) over its cliffs. The natural spectacle of Niagara Falls has attracted visitors for generations, making it one of the most iconic waterfalls in the world.
3. A 解析:上文强调尼亚加拉大瀑布因其美丽和独特性闻名,下文具体说明其地理位置。A项承上启下,既承接上文的 “uniqueness”,又引出下文的位置信息,符合语境。
A.Its location adds to its appeal.
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4._______________________________________In the past daredevils (大胆的人) have attempted stunts such as tightrope walking and barrel rides over the falls.
4. B 解析:上文讲尼亚加拉大瀑布吸引了多代游客,下文举例说明过去有人在瀑布上走钢丝、乘木桶过瀑布等特技表演。B项引出下文的特技表演,符合语境。
B.Some activities drew large crowds.
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The areas surrounding the falls have been developed into public parks. Excellent views of the falls are obtained from Queen Victoria Park on the Canadian side; from Prospect Point on the U.S. side at the edge of the American Falls; and from Rainbow Bridge, which spans the Niagara gorge about 1,000 feet (300 meters) downstream from Prospect Point.5.______________________________________________
__________Visitors may cross from the U.S. shore to Goat Island by footbridge and may take an elevator to the foot of the falls and visit the Cave of the Winds behind the curtain of falling water.
F.The park offers various ways to experience the falls.
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5. F 解析:上文列举了从多个地点观赏瀑布的方式,下文提到山羊岛、风之洞等体验项目。F项总结上文的观赏方式,引出下文的体验项目,符合语境。
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A.Its location adds to its appeal.
B.Some activities drew large crowds.
C.Many factors shaped its current form.
D.This process slowly changes the falls' position.
E.It is one of the most visited attractions globally.
F.The park offers various ways to experience the falls.
G.Such stunts are now prohibited for safety reasons.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了尼亚加拉大瀑布的形成,受欢迎的原因及其观赏方式。
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题源:https://www.britannica.com/
There are a number of theories for the origin of the word cockpit, used to describe the area from which a pilot operates the controls and instruments to fly an aircraft. Here are some of the most popular hypotheses.
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1._____________________________________________________The origin of the word cockpit may be connected with an arena, or pit, used for cockfighting, a popular sport in England until the 19th century. An oft-cited story traces the word's etymology (词源) to a London theater called The Cockpit, likely named after the site of a former cockfighting arena on which it was built. When it was later replaced by government buildings for King Charles Ⅰ's cabinet, the name may have endured and gradually become synonymous with a control center.
1. B 解析:空处位于段首,下文重点讲述 “cockpit” 与斗鸡场的关联,B项总领下文,点明本段核心内容,符合语境。
B.Its link to cockfighting is well-documented.
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In the 1700s soldiers and sailors possibly began using cockpit to describe narrow and cruel combat zones—drawing once more from cockfighting arenas. During World War Ⅰ, pilots may have adopted the term for their small, dangerous, combat-prone workspaces. 2.____________________________________________________On naval ships, the area below deck where surgeons treated the wounded during combat came to be called the cockpit because it was often the scene of much chaos and bloodshed.
2.C 解析:上文讲一战飞行员用 “cockpit” 描述驾驶舱,下文以海军舰船为例,说明战斗中外科医生救治伤员的区域也被称为 “cockpit”。C项承上启下,体现该词用法的延伸,符合语境。
C.This usage spread to other military contexts.
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3.__________________________________________________
Independently of its cockfighting roots, the word cockpit also emerged in maritime contexts. It referred to the area from which a coxswain (from cock, meaning “a small boat,” and swain, meaning “servant”) would steer smaller ships.
3.D 解析:空处位于段首。上文讲述了“cockpit”一词与斗鸡、军事相关的起源,下文转而介绍与航海领域相关的起源。D项起到过渡作用,明确引出新的起源理论,符合语境。
D.A third origin comes from maritime history.
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4.___________________________________________________________This space came to be called the cockpit, and the term may have been one of the many marine expressions borrowed by early aviators.
4.E 解析:上文解释 “coxswain”的词源及职责,下文说明舵手所在区域被称为 “cockpit”。E项承接上文对舵手职责的介绍,解释了该区域被专门命名的原因,符合语境。
E.The coxswain's role was crucial for navigation.
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In aviation, the cockpit has evolved significantly over the years, from the open cockpits of early aircraft to the wider, sophisticated, enclosed environments of modern planes. 5._______________________
_____________________________________________________Despite these changes the word has persisted, though the term flight deck has grown in popularity for larger aircraft.
5.F 解析:上文对比早期开放式驾驶舱与现代飞机宽敞、精密的封闭驾驶舱,强调其显著变化,下文讲尽管发生了变化,“cockpit” 一词仍在使用。F项具体说明进化的表现,符合语境。
F.These environments are far safer than before.
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A.Another theory connects it to war zones.
B.Its link to cockfighting is well-documented.
C.This usage spread to other military contexts.
D.A third origin comes from maritime history.
E.The coxswain's role was crucial for navigation.
F.These environments are far safer than before.
G.Modern cockpits reflect advanced technology.
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【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了 “cockpit”一词的多种起源假说,如与斗鸡场、军事战区、航海领域的关联,及该词在航空领域的演变。
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A篇 [高频词]phenomenon n. 现象 take...for instance以……为例 unique adj.独特的;唯一的 be limited to限制在 uniform adj. 一致的,统一的 complicated adj. 复杂的 [障碍词]globalization n. 全球化 linguist n. 语言学家 monoculture n. 单一文化社会 integrate v. 整合,融合 [熟词生义]shape (常用义) n. 形状 (文章义) v. 塑造,使成形
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B篇 [高频词]element n. 要素,基本成分 achievable adj.可完成的 track v.追踪,跟踪 in conclusion总之 [障碍词]brisk adj.快的 burn out耗尽体力,累垮 rebound n.反弹 blend v. 混合,结合 [熟词生义]work (常用义) n.工作 (文章义) v. 将……融入,使……成为……的一部分 crash (常用义) v.碰撞 (文章义) adj.速成的 treat (常用义) v.对待 (文章义) n.款待 hit (常用义) v.击打 (文章义) v.前往
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C篇 [高频词]come up with提出 frustration n. 沮丧;受挫 tolerance n. 忍受 capacity n. 能力 in the face of面对……
[障碍词]consultant n. 顾问 hardwired adj. 固有的 grounded adj. 脚踏实地的;务实的 reinforce v.加强;充实 transferable adj.可转移的;可调动的 entrepreneurship n.企业家精神 stamina n. 耐力;耐性 out of the blue突然地;意外地
[熟词生义]condition (常用义) n. 条件 (文章义) v. 使习惯于 stand (常用义) v.站立 (文章义) v.忍受
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D篇 [高频词]make inferences做出推论 advance v.促进,推动 in large part在很大程度上 frustrated adj. 沮丧的,失意的 unlock v.发现,揭示 appropriate adj.合适的 demonstrate v. 展示 knowledgeable adj.博学的,有见识的
[障碍词]overshadow v.使显得逊色,使黯然失色 perception n.看法 defined adj.明确的;界定的 [熟词生义]stamp (常用义) n. 邮票 (文章义) v. 对……有重要(永久性)影响
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A篇 [高频词]as a result of由于 fall away脱落 upstream adv. 向上游;逆流 be renowned for因……而出名 sheer adj. 巨大的
[障碍词]retreat v. 后退,退缩 erode v. 侵蚀 exert v. 施加 vertical adj. 垂直的,纵向的 stunt n. 特技表演 tightrope walking走钢丝 gorge n. 峡谷 footbridge n. 步行桥 [熟词生义]joint (常用义) n. 关节;接头 (文章义) n.岩石中的节理或裂缝 curtain (常用义) n. 窗帘 (文章义) n.水帘;水幕
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B篇 [高频词]name after以……命名 naval adj. 海军的 emerge v. 出现 steer v. 驾驶,操控 marine adj. 航海的
[障碍词]hypothesis n. 假说,猜测 arena n. 活动场所 cockfighting n. 斗鸡 synonymous adj. 同义的 bloodshed n. 流血;杀戮 aviator n. 飞行员 sophisticated adj. 先进的;精密的 [熟词生义]control (常用义)v. 控制 (文章义) n. 操纵装置 endure (常用义)v. 忍受 (文章义) v.持续存在,长期保留 persist (常用义) v. 坚持不懈 (文章义) v.持续存在
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分析 [C篇]It not only allows leaders to stand the discomfort of building something meaningful without giving up but also helps them stay grounded and purposeful, even when immediate results aren't what they hoped for.
[分析] 本句是并列句,由并列连词 “not only...but also...” 连接两个并列的部分。后一分句中when引导时间状语从句,其中含有what引导的表语从句。
[译文] 它不仅能让领导者在不放弃的情况下,忍受在构建有意义事物过程中的不适,还能帮助他们保持脚踏实地且目标明确,即便即时的结果并非他们所期望的那样。
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分析 [D篇]If you become known for your attention to details, you may never be seen as someone who can see the big picture.
[分析] 本句是复合句。If引导条件状语从句;who引导定语从句,修饰先行词someone。
[译文] 如果你因注重细节而闻名,你可能永远不会被视为能把握大局的人。
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长难句
分析 [外刊A篇]As water sinks in the joints of the dolomite, blocks of it fall away, allowing the falls to maintain their vertical drop and continue the falls upstream migration underneath the Niagara River.
[分析] 本句是复合句。As引导时间状语从句;现在分词短语“allowing the falls to...Niagara River”作结果状语。
[译文] 当水渗入白云岩的裂缝中时,其石块随之脱落,使瀑布得以保持垂直落差,并继续在尼亚加拉河下方向上游迁移。
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长难句
分析 [外刊B篇]On naval ships, the area below deck where surgeons treated the wounded during combat came to be called the cockpit because it was often the scene of much chaos and bloodshed.
[分析] 本句是复合句。where引导定语从句,修饰先行词the area;because引导原因状语从句。
[译文] 在海军舰船上,甲板下外科医生在战斗中治疗伤员的区域逐渐被称为“战伤手术区”,因为这里经常是混乱和杀戮的场所。
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