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高中英语应用文真题小练素材 Every minute counts.
2026年湖南长沙明德中学期中(演讲比赛紧张建议信)
一、题目再现
你的英国朋友丽莎对即将举行的演讲比赛感到紧张。请写信给她,给出建议和鼓励。要点如下:表示安慰。提出建议。给予鼓励。
Dear Lisa,
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Li Hua
【文体概述】
鼓励与建议类邮件多用于向朋友提供缓解紧张情绪的策略与支持,要求理解真诚、建议实用、语气温暖。写作三大核心板块:
第一段:表达理解与安慰,共情对方感受
第二段:提出具体建议(充分准备、深呼吸、积极心态等)
第三段:给予鼓励,表达信心与支持
【必背表达】
(一)英译汉
1. feeling nervous about the upcoming speech competition → _______________
2. don't worry too much → _______________
3. here are some suggestions that might help → _______________
4. prepare well, know your topic thoroughly and organize your thoughts clearly → _______________
5. practice your speech many times in front of a mirror or with a friend → _______________
6. boost your confidence → _______________
7. take deep breaths before you start to speak → _______________
8. help you calm down and focus → _______________
9. everyone gets nervous before a big event → _______________
10. you have the ability to do well, just relax and be yourself → _______________
(二)汉译英
演讲比赛 → _______________
紧张的 → _______________
彻底地 → _______________
组织想法 → _______________
练习 → _______________
增强信心 → _______________
深呼吸 → _______________
冷静下来 → _______________
聚焦 → _______________
相信某人 → _______________
【常用句子】(汉译英)
11. 我知道你对即将到来的演讲比赛感到紧张。但不要太担心!→ _______________
12. 以下是一些可能有帮助的建议。首先,充分准备。彻底了解你的主题,清晰地组织你的想法。→ _______________
13. 在镜子前或和朋友一起多次练习你的演讲。这会增强你的信心。→ _______________
14. 其次,在开始演讲前做几次深呼吸。这能帮助你冷静下来并集中注意力。→ _______________
15. 记住,每个人在重大活动前都会紧张。这是正常的。我相信你,我知道你有能力做好。→ _______________
【官方范文】
Dear Lisa,
I know you're feeling nervous about the upcoming speech competition. But don't worry too much! Here are some suggestions that might help.
First of all, prepare well. Know your topic thoroughly and organize your thoughts clearly. Practice your speech many times in front of a mirror or with a friend. This will boost your confidence. Secondly, take deep breaths before you start to speak. It can help you calm down and focus.
Remember, everyone gets nervous before a big event. It's normal. I believe in you and I know you have the ability to do well. Just relax and be yourself. You'll shine on that stage!
Best of luck!
Yours,
Li Hua
亲爱的Lisa:
我知道你对即将到来的演讲比赛感到紧张。但不要太担心!以下是一些可能有帮助的建议。
首先,充分准备。彻底了解你的主题,清晰地组织你的想法。在镜子前或和朋友一起多次练习你的演讲。这会增强你的信心。其次,在开始演讲前做几次深呼吸。这能帮助你冷静下来并集中注意力。
记住,每个人在重大活动前都会紧张。这是正常的。我相信你,我知道你有能力做好。放松,做你自己。你会在那个舞台上发光!
祝你好运!
二、【核心词汇】
1. boost /buːst/ (v.) 增强,提升
例句:Practice will boost your confidence.
2. calm /kɑːm/ (v.) 使平静,使镇静
例句:Deep breaths can calm you down.
3. focus /ˈfəʊkəs/ (v.) 集中,聚焦
例句:It helps you focus on your speech.
4. thoroughly /ˈθʌrəli/ (adv.) 彻底地,完全地
例句:Know your topic thoroughly.
5. confident /ˈkɒnfɪdənt/ (adj.) 自信的,有信心的
例句:I feel confident about my speech.
6. anxious /ˈæŋkʃəs/ (adj.) 焦虑的,担心的
例句:It's normal to feel anxious.
7. nerves /nɜːvz/ (n.) 紧张,焦虑
例句:Control your nerves before speaking.
8. positive /ˈpɒzətɪv/ (adj.) 积极的,正面的
例句:Stay positive and believe in yourself.
9. compose /kəmˈpəʊz/ (v.) 使镇静,使平静
例句:Compose yourself before you start.
10. visualize /ˈvɪʒuəlaɪz/ (v.) 想象,构想
例句:Visualize yourself succeeding on stage.
三、类似话题小练(2026·广东·模拟预测)
你的朋友Tom即将参加一场重要的面试,他感到非常紧张。请你给他写一封邮件,给予安慰和建议。
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四、同话题时事热点阅读
Managing Performance Anxiety
Performance anxiety, whether before a speech, an exam, or a presentation, is a common experience that affects people of all ages. Psychologists emphasize that a certain level of anxiety is natural and can even enhance performance by keeping us alert and focused. However, when anxiety becomes overwhelming, it can interfere with our ability to perform at our best. Effective strategies for managing performance anxiety include thorough preparation, positive self-talk, and relaxation techniques such as deep breathing. Research indicates that individuals who practice these techniques regularly develop greater resilience and confidence in high-pressure situations. Furthermore, shifting focus from self-judgment to the message being delivered can reduce self-consciousness and improve performance. As one performance psychologist observes, "The goal is not to eliminate nerves but to channel them into energy. The most successful performers are not those who never feel nervous, but those who know how to use their nerves to their advantage." By adopting a growth mindset and viewing challenges as opportunities to learn, individuals can transform anxiety into a source of motivation and achieve their goals with greater ease.
管理表现焦虑
无论是在演讲、考试还是展示之前,表现焦虑是一种常见的体验,影响着各个年龄段的人。心理学家强调,一定程度的焦虑是自然的,甚至可以通过让我们保持警觉和专注来增强表现。然而,当焦虑变得势不可挡时,它可能干扰我们发挥最佳水平的能力。管理表现焦虑的有效策略包括充分准备、积极的自我对话和深呼吸等放松技巧。研究表明,定期练习这些技巧的人在高压情境中发展出更强的韧性和自信。此外,将注意力从自我评判转移到所传递的信息上,可以减少自我意识并改善表现。正如一位表现心理学家所观察到的,“目标不是消除紧张,而是将紧张转化为能量。最成功的表演者不是那些从不紧张的人,而是那些知道如何利用紧张为自己所用的人。”通过采用成长型思维,将挑战视为学习的机会,个体可以将焦虑转化为动力的源泉,更轻松地实现目标。
五、默写
增强,提升 → _______________
使平静,使镇静 → _______________
集中,聚焦 → _______________
彻底地,完全地 → _______________
自信的,有信心的 → _______________
焦虑的,担心的 → _______________
紧张,焦虑 → _______________
积极的,正面的 → _______________
使镇静,使平静 → _______________
想象,构想 → _______________
【参考答案】
【必背表达】
(一)英译汉
1. feeling nervous about the upcoming speech competition → 对即将到来的演讲比赛感到紧张
2. don't worry too much → 不要太担心
3. here are some suggestions that might help → 以下是一些可能有帮助的建议
4. prepare well, know your topic thoroughly and organize your thoughts clearly → 充分准备,彻底了解主题,清晰地组织想法
5. practice your speech many times in front of a mirror or with a friend → 在镜子前或和朋友一起多次练习演讲
6. boost your confidence → 增强你的信心
7. take deep breaths before you start to speak → 在开始演讲前做深呼吸
8. help you calm down and focus → 帮助你冷静下来并集中注意力
9. everyone gets nervous before a big event → 每个人在重大活动前都会紧张
10. you have the ability to do well, just relax and be yourself → 你有能力做好,放松,做你自己
(二)汉译英
演讲比赛 → speech competition
紧张的 → nervous
彻底地 → thoroughly
组织想法 → organize thoughts
练习 → practice
增强信心 → boost confidence
深呼吸 → deep breaths
冷静下来 → calm down
聚焦 → focus
相信某人 → believe in someone
【常用句子】(参考译文)
11. 我知道你对即将到来的演讲比赛感到紧张。但不要太担心!→ I know you're feeling nervous about the upcoming speech competition. But don't worry too much!
12. 以下是一些可能有帮助的建议。首先,充分准备。彻底了解你的主题,清晰地组织你的想法。→ Here are some suggestions that might help. First of all, prepare well. Know your topic thoroughly and organize your thoughts clearly.
13. 在镜子前或和朋友一起多次练习你的演讲。这会增强你的信心。→ Practice your speech many times in front of a mirror or with a friend. This will boost your confidence.
14. 其次,在开始演讲前做几次深呼吸。这能帮助你冷静下来并集中注意力。→ Secondly, take deep breaths before you start to speak. It can help you calm down and focus.
15. 记住,每个人在重大活动前都会紧张。这是正常的。我相信你,我知道你有能力做好。→ Remember, everyone gets nervous before a big event. It's normal. I believe in you and I know you have the ability to do well.
【第三部分 类似话题小练答案】
Dear Tom,
I heard that you're feeling nervous about your upcoming interview. It's completely normal to feel this way—interviews can be intimidating!
Here are some tips that might help. First, prepare thoroughly by researching the company and practicing common questions. This will make you feel more confident. Second, practice your responses aloud, which helps you sound more natural. Third, on the day of the interview, take a few deep breaths before entering the room to calm your nerves.
Remember, the interviewers are just people too. They want to see the real you. Stay positive, be yourself, and show them what you can do. You've got this!
Best of luck!
Yours,
Li Hua
亲爱的Tom:
我听说你对即将到来的面试感到紧张。有这种感觉是完全正常的——面试可能让人望而生畏!
以下是一些可能有帮助的建议。首先,通过研究公司和练习常见问题来充分准备。这会让你感到更自信。其次,大声练习你的回答,这有助于你听起来更自然。第三,在面试当天,进入房间前做几次深呼吸来平静你的紧张情绪。
记住,面试官也只是普通人。他们想看到真实的你。保持积极,做你自己,向他们展示你的能力。你能行的!
祝好运!
【第五部分 默写答案】
增强,提升 → boost
使平静,使镇静 → calm
集中,聚焦 → focus
彻底地,完全地 → thoroughly
自信的,有信心的 → confident
焦虑的,担心的 → anxious
紧张,焦虑 → nerves
积极的,正面的 → positive
使镇静,使平静 → compose
想象,构想 → visualize
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