专题04 阅读理解（七选五）（期中真题汇编，广西专用）高二英语上学期

**基本信息** 高中英语七选五阅读理解专题汇编，精选广西多校高二期中真题，主题涵盖学习策略、环保生活、科技应用等，贴近学生实际与时代热点，适配期中检测需求。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |七选五阅读理解|多篇章（每题5空）|语篇结构分析、逻辑衔接（如过渡句、例证关系）、主旨归纳（如段落主题句）|情境真实（如“森林浴实践”“AI职场应用”），问题设计梯度分明，从基础衔接词到深层逻辑推理，契合期中对语篇能力的考查|

函学科网 www.zxxk.com 让教与学更高效 专题04阅读理解（七选五） 基础必练 Passage 1 【答案】1.A 2.E 3.C 4.F 5.D Passage 2 【答案】1.C 2.D 3.A4.E5.F Passage 3 【答案】1.F 2.D3.C4.B 5.E Passage 4 【答案】1.D 2.E3.A 4.B 5.G 进阶提升 Passage 1 【答案】1.B 2.E 3.D4.A 5.F Passage 2 【答案】1.E 2.D3.G4.C 5.F Passage 3 【答案】1.D 2.G3.C4.B 5.E Passage 4 【答案】1.G 2.D3.E4.B 5.F Passage 5 【答案】1.E 2.B3.G 4.C 5.F Passage 6 【答案】1.E2.G3.F4.A5.B Passage 7 112 可学科网 www.zxxk.com 让教与学更高效 【答案】1.B 2.C3.A 4.D 5.G 拓展培优 Passage 1 【答案】1.G 2.A3.E 4.D 5.c Passage 2 【答案】1.E 2.D 3.G4.C 5.B Passage 3 【答案】1.E2.G3.F4.C 5.A 212 专题04 阅读理解（七选五） Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广西柳州市联谊校·期中）Returning from vacation and attempting to get back into a productive routine can feel like a tough task. Here are strategies to help you get back to an academic mindset. 1 You may have felt stressed or burnt out before your holiday, so it makes sense to change your schedule when you return and adapt yourself to it. A great place to start is to assess food, exercise, and sleep habits, which can tend to go bad over a vacation. Create a study schedule 2 Whether you prefer to use a traditional planner or an online calendar or app, begin by going through your course syllabi (提纲) and inputting project, test, and exam due dates. As you are scheduling your studies, be sure to consider which courses, readings and projects you anticipate will be more challenging, so you can devote extra time appropriately. Start small When you return from vacation, allow yourself the adjustment period to ease back into your coursework. It’s not realistic to try and jump into your studies at the same pace you were at before you left, as it can lead to sluggishness (反应迟钝) and burnout. 3 Doing so can generate an immediate sense of satisfaction that fuels your motivation to keep going. Take time to de-stress Research has shown that taking purposeful breaks of 5 to 60 minutes when studying increases productivity, energy, and ability to focus. Some examples include taking a walk, having a 15-minute nap, organizing your study area, listening to your favourite music, playing with your pet, or connecting with a friend. 4 Set up a reward system As a learner, you should have a specific objective that motivates you to enhance your education. Setting up a reward system can also be helpful. 5 Depending on your preference, you can set up daily, weekly, or monthly incentives (奖励) to help ensure that you stay inspired and on task. A. Refresh your routine. B. Avoid distractions and time-wasters. C. Instead, focus on small, achievable daily tasks. D. It encourages you to meet your individual study goals. E. Next up, it’s time to reorganize a new study schedule F. By doing so, you can return to your studies refreshed and refocused. G. The objective is to discover when productivity comes to you most easily. 【答案】1. A 2. E 3. C 4. F 5. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了度假归来后，如何通过调整日常习惯、制定学习计划、从小事做起、适当放松和设立奖励机制等方法，重新进入高效学习状态。 (1)题解析： 由下文“You may have felt stressed or burnt out before your holiday, so it makes sense to change your schedule when you return and adapt yourself to it. A great place to start is to assess food, exercise, and sleep habits, which can tend to go bad over a vacation.(在假期前，你可能感到压力很大或精疲力竭，所以当你回来时改变你的日程安排并让自己适应它是有道理的。一个很好的起点是评估饮食、运动和睡眠习惯，这些习惯在假期中往往会变差。)”可知，本空应提出一个关于调整日常习惯以恢复学术状态的建议。A选项“Refresh your routine.(刷新你的日常习惯。)”直接点明了要调整日常习惯，能引出下文，符合题意。故选A。 (2)题解析： 由上文“Create a study schedule(制定学习计划)”及下文“Whether you prefer to use a traditional planner or an online calendar or app, begin by going through your course syllabi (提纲) and inputting project, test, and exam due dates.(无论你喜欢使用传统的计划本还是在线日历或应用程序，首先要浏览你的课程提纲，并输入项目、测试和考试的截止日期。)”可知，本空应强调制定学习计划的重要性或具体步骤。E选项“Next up, it’s time to reorganize a new study schedule(接下来，是时候重新组织一个新的学习计划了)”直接引出了制定学习计划的话题，能承上启下，符合题意。故选E。 (3)题解析： 由上文“When you return from vacation, allow yourself the adjustment period to ease back into your coursework. It’s not realistic to try and jump into your studies at the same pace you were at before you left, as it can lead to sluggishness (反应迟钝) and burnout.(当你从假期回来时，给自己一个适应期，让自己慢慢回到课程学习中。试图以离开前的相同节奏跳入学习中是不现实的，因为这会导致反应迟钝和精疲力竭。)”及下文“Doing so can generate an immediate sense of satisfaction that fuels your motivation to keep going.(这样做可以立即产生一种满足感，激发你继续前进的动力。)”可知，本空应提出一个更实际、更可行的学习建议。C选项“Instead, focus on small, achievable daily tasks.(相反，专注于小而可行的日常任务。)”提出了一个具体的、可操作的学习建议，能承上启下，符合题意。故选C。 (4)题解析： 由上文“Research has shown that taking purposeful breaks of 5 to 60 minutes when studying increases productivity, energy, and ability to focus. Some examples include taking a walk, having a 15-minute nap, organizing your study area, listening to your favourite music, playing with your pet, or connecting with a friend.(研究表明，在学习时进行5到60分钟的有目的的休息可以提高生产力、精力和专注力。一些例子包括散步、小睡15分钟、整理学习区域、听你最喜欢的音乐、和宠物玩耍或与朋友联系。)”可知，本空应总结这些休息活动的好处。F选项“By doing so, you can return to your studies refreshed and refocused.(通过这样做，你可以以焕然一新的状态和重新集中的注意力回到学习中。)”总结了休息活动的好处，能承接上文，符合题意。故选F。 (5)题解析： 由上文“As a learner, you should have a specific objective that motivates you to enhance your education. Setting up a reward system can also be helpful.(作为一个学习者，你应该有一个特定的目标来激励你提高教育水平。建立奖励系统也很有帮助。)”及下文“Depending on your preference, you can set up daily, weekly, or monthly incentives (奖励) to help ensure that you stay inspired and on task.(根据你的喜好，你可以设置每日、每周或每月的奖励，以帮助确保你保持灵感和完成任务。)”可知，本空应强调奖励系统的作用。D选项“It encourages you to meet your individual study goals.(它鼓励你实现个人的学习目标。)”直接点明了奖励系统的作用，能承上启下，符合题意。故选D。 Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广西来宾高级中学·期中）How To Make Your Wardrobe Eco-friendly Maybe you’ve started to buy recyclable products and carry reusable grocery bags. You will have no trouble finding the right clothes. Even when you’re doing all these, there may be something you’re completely ignoring — your wardrobe. You don’t necessarily have to replace your entire wardrobe with items from eco-friendly labels. Instead, you could make a few adjustments here and there to fill your closet with eco-friendly lifestyle. 1 Wash your clothes less often. Research shows that 60 to 80 percent of clothes’ environmental impact comes from how often it is washed. 2 Then use cold water to save energy. Be a big picture shopper. Before you buy something, consider: Will I still want to wear this a year from now? Buy high-quality clothes that will last one year. 3 When you’re buying new clothes, make sure you go for materials that have a low impact on the environment. Go for bamboo, silk, wool and organic cotton. Even when you’re buying other clothes, try to look for recycled ones. Cut down on waste by exchanging clothes with friends. You could also donate your old clothes to local clothing recycling bins. If you have clothes that you love but have gone out of style, 4 For instance, you could turn loose jeans into skinny jeans. Otherwise, you could also create DIY clothes out of them. As you can see, there are plenty of options for you to adopt an eco-friendly wardrobe. 5 so try not to throw away anything. The goal is to reduce waste, not create more. A. Choose clothes with right materials. B. If not, leave it for someone who will. C. Take a look at the tips below: D. You can wear your clothes two to three times before washing them. E. try to create something new out of them. F. A minor improvement could work wonders, G. You could even be growing organic vegetables for green living. 【答案】1. C 2. D 3. A 4. E 5. F 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了如何通过一些简单的方法使你的衣柜变得环保，包括减少洗涤次数、选择高质量和环保材料的衣物、与朋友交换衣物、捐赠旧衣物以及利用旧衣物进行DIY创作等。 (1)题解析： 由上文“Even when you’re doing all these, there may be something you’re completely ignoring — your wardrobe. You don’t necessarily have to replace your entire wardrobe with items from eco-friendly labels. Instead, you could make a few adjustments here and there to fill your closet with eco-friendly lifestyle.(即使你做了所有这些，可能还有一些东西你完全忽略了——你的衣柜。你不一定要用环保品牌的商品来替换整个衣柜。相反，你可以在这里和那里做一些调整，让你的衣柜充满环保的生活方式。)”和下文“Wash your clothes less often.(少洗衣服。)”可知，本空应引出下文关于如何让衣柜环保的具体建议。C选项“Take a look at the tips below:(看看下面的建议：)”符合题意，能够承接上文并引出下文。故选C。 (2)题解析： 由上文“Research shows that 60 to 80 percent of clothes’ environmental impact comes from how often it is washed.(研究表明，衣物对环境的影响60%到80%来自于洗涤频率。)”可知，本空应给出关于减少洗涤频率的具体建议。D选项“You can wear your clothes two to three times before washing them.(你可以在洗衣服之前穿两到三次。)”符合题意，能够承接上文。故选D。 (3)题解析： 由下文“When you’re buying new clothes, make sure you go for materials that have a low impact on the environment.(当你买新衣服时，一定要选择对环境影响小的材料。)”可知，本段主要讲述选择合适的衣物材料。A选项“Choose clothes with right materials.(选择合适的材料制成的衣服。)”符合题意，能够概括本段内容。故选A。 (4)题解析： 由上文“If you have clothes that you love but have gone out of style(如果你有喜欢但已经过时的衣服)”和下文“For instance, you could turn loose jeans into skinny jeans. Otherwise, you could also create DIY clothes out of them.(例如，你可以把宽松的牛仔裤变成紧身牛仔裤。或者，你也可以用它们做DIY衣服。)”可知，本空需给出“改造过时衣物”的建议。E选项“try to create something new out of them.(试着用它们创造新的东西。)”能承上启下，符合题意。故选E。 (5)题解析： 由上文“As you can see, there are plenty of options for you to adopt an eco-friendly wardrobe.(如你所见，有很多选择可以让你拥有一个环保的衣柜。)”及下文“so try not to throw away anything. The goal is to reduce waste, not create more.(所以尽量不要扔掉任何东西。目标是减少浪费，而不是创造更多浪费。)”可知，本空应强调即使是小改进也能带来大效果，以鼓励读者采取行动。F选项“A minor improvement could work wonders.(一个小小的改进就能创造奇迹。)”能承上启下，符合题意。故选F。 Passage 3 （25-26高二上·广西桂林市十二县中学·期中）It seems as if the successful people don’t have challenges since they have a lot of wealth, power, and status. 1 . These are four steps they usually use to overcome it. Trust your inner strength You must believe that the situations you’re going through — the good, the bad, and the ugly — are for a purpose, all helping shape you into the person you were born to be. At the same time, you must believe that you have been given the power to overcome them. 2 . Dare to think positively 3 . But that doesn’t do anything. Think to yourself: Have worrying ever solved a problem? Never has it and never will it. The right mindset and the right attitude will always help overcome negative situations. So, when you face adversity (逆境), discipline yourself to see the best in it. Your positive thinking will turn your situation around for your good. 4 When we experience hardships, we may take them as misfortunes that have come to mess up our lives and destroy the future we have in store for ourselves. Actually, they give us life lessons that no lecture in the world can offer. Struggles bring experience and with experience comes progress. So, when you face adversity, take it as a lesson for a brighter tomorrow. Pick your influencers wisely This is an important thing to consider when facing adversity. Usually, the first thing we do when we have a situation is panic and call someone. But if that person happens to be a “worrier”, it will cause more pain to the situation. Make it your priority to surround yourself with the right company. 5 . A. It’s the pathway to success B. Let adversity be your teacher C. It’s human nature to over-react, worry, and complain D. With your belief, you’ll see things start to turn out that way E. Their words and attitude will soon help improve your situation F. Yet they become what they are because of the art they handle adversity G. Everything you experience is the result of choices you have made in the past 【答案】1. F 2. D 3. C 4. B 5. E 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章阐述成功人士并非无挑战，介绍其克服挑战的四个步骤。 (1)题解析： 前文“It seems as if the successful people don’t have challenges since they have a lot of wealth, power, and status. (成功的人似乎没有挑战，因为他们有很多财富、权力和地位。)”提到好像成功人士没有挑战，而后文“These are four steps they usually use to overcome it. (这是他们通常用来克服它的四个步骤。)”及下文说成功的人克服挑战的具体步骤，这里需要一个转折句来引出他们其实是有挑战并需要克服的，F选项“Yet they become what they are because of the art they handle adversity(然而，他们之所以成为现在的样子，是因为他们应对逆境的技巧)”符合逻辑，起到承上启下的作用。故选F。 (2)题解析： 此段主题是“Trust your inner strength (相信你内心的力量)”，前文“You must believe that the situations you’re going through— the good, the bad, and the ugly— are for a purpose, all helping shape you into the person you were born to be. At the same time, you must believe that you have been given the power to overcome them. (你必须相信你所经历的一切——好的、坏的、丑陋的——都是有目的的，它们都有助于把你塑造成你天生的样子。与此同时，你必须相信你已经被赋予了克服它们的力量。)”强调相信自己有克服困难的力量，D选项 “With your belief, you’ll see things start to turn out that way (有了这种信念，你会看到事情开始朝着好的方向发展)”进一步阐述信念带来的结果，与主题相符。故选D。 (3)题解析： 根据后文“But that doesn’t do anything. Think to yourself: Have worrying ever solved a problem? (但这没有任何作用。想想自己：担心解决过问题吗？)”可知，这里说的是人们面对问题时的一些不好的反应，C选项“It’s human nature to over-react, worry, and complain (过度反应、担忧和抱怨是人类的天性)”符合语境，与后文形成转折关系。故选C。 (4)题解析： 根据下文“Actually, they give us life lessons that no lecture in the world can offer. Struggles bring experience and with experience comes progress. (事实上，他们给我们的人生课程是世界上任何讲座都无法提供的。困难带来经验，有了经验就有进步。)”可知，本段强调困难能给我们带来生活教训，B选项“Let adversity be your teacher(让逆境成为你的老师)”符合段落主旨，作为小标题恰当。故选B。 (5)题解析： 此段主题是“Pick your influencers wisely(明智地选择影响你的人)”，前文“Make it your priority to surround yourself with the right company. (把结交合适的朋友作为你的首要任务。)”强调要选择合适的人陪伴，E选项“Their words and attitude will soon help improve your situation (他们的话语和态度很快会帮助改善你的处境)”进一步说明合适的人会带来的积极影响，符合主题。故选E。 Passage 4 （25-26高二上·广西南宁“4+N”联盟学校·期中）The aftermath (后果) of an earthquake can be horrible, but it is important that you are attentive and focused after an earthquake happens. Fires, gas leaks, and injuries are all dangers you might face after an earthquake. 1 By assessing the safety of your location and following the directions of local authorities, your chances of surviving the aftermath of an earthquake will be much higher. Check yourself for injuries. 2 If you’re bleeding, lift your injury up and put pressure on it. If your injury is serious, call for help using a cellphone or try to get rescuers’ attention. 3 Use a cellphone to call for help if you have one. If you can’t use a phone, try knocking loudly on something nearby until rescuers find you. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes which follow the main shock of an earthquake. 4 So you should prepare to move to a safe location, like an open outdoor space or a structurally sound building. Exit the building and go to a safer place once the shaking has stopped. The structure of the building you’re in may have been weakened by the main earthquake. 5 A. Signal for help if you are trapped. B. They can cause significant damage. C. Remain calm as the earthquake occurs. D. The more prepared you are, the safer you’ll be. E. Make sure you’re not seriously hurt before you do anything. F. After the earthquake, you must get medical treatment in time. G. Therefore, you should leave as soon as possible in case of any aftershocks. 【答案】1. D 2. E 3. A 4. B 5. G 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了地震后应该注意的危险以及应采取的自救方式。 (1)题解析： 下文“By assessing the safety of your location and following the directions of local authorities, your chances of surviving the aftermath of an earthquake will be much higher.(通过评估您所在位置的安全性并遵循地方当局的指示，您在地震后幸存的几率将大大提高)”说明如果提前做准备，那么地震后幸存的几率会更高，D项“你准备得越充分，就越安全。”引出下文，符合题意。故选D。 (2)题解析： 上文“Check yourself for injuries.(检查自己是否受伤)”说明需要检查自己的身体状况，E项“在你做任何事情之前，确保你没有受到严重伤害。”进一步说明要先检查自己身体是否受伤，然后才能采取行动，符合题意。故选E。 (3)题解析： 下文“Use a cellphone to call for help if you have one. If you can’t use a phone, try knocking loudly on something nearby until rescuers find you.(如果你有手机，请用手机打电话求救。如果你不能使用电话，试着大声敲打附近的东西，直到救援人员找到你)”说明要采取方式发出求救信号，A项“如果你被困，发出求救信号。”引出下文，符合题意。故选A。 (4)题解析： 上文“Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes which follow the main shock of an earthquake.(余震是继主震之后发生的较小地震)”说明地震之后还可能发生余震，B项中They指代上文中的余震，B项“它们可能会造成重大损害。”说明余震的危害性，承接上文，符合题意。故选B。 (5)题解析： 上文“The structure of the building you’re in may have been weakened by the main earthquake.(你所在的大楼的结构可能已经被主震削弱了)”说明地震后大楼变得不安全，G项“因此，你应该尽可能快地离开以防有任何余震发生。”说明应该采取的正确方式，符合题意。故选G。 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广西贵港市·期中）I’ve been studying attention for several years now, and this statement that the quality of your attention determines the quality of your life has become my north star. Here’s why I believe it’s true. Your attention is a filter (过滤器). Every moment, you’re flooded by information, thoughts, feelings, and impulses (冲动). What you focus on, whether by choice or by force, becomes your reality. The things you attend to register as targets in your brain and shape your behaviour. 1 That’s why two people can sit in the same room, experience the same events, yet have completely different days. One notices the annoyances and frustrations and the things going wrong. 2 It’s the same external reality, but very different internal experiences. Concentration really is the foundation of everything meaningful. You can’t read deeply, listen fully, learn effectively, or connect authentically without the ability to direct and maintain your attention. Most knowledge workers who struggle to be productive think they have time management problems. 3 You could have all the time in the world, but if your attention is broken, constantly controlled by notifications and impulses, that time becomes worthless. 4 And like any skill, it can be trained. Every time you bring your wandering mind back to the present task, you’re doing a mental exercise. Every time you resist the pull of a distraction, you’re building strength. In a world where big tech is spending billions upon billions of dollars in tracking and breaking your attention, developing this skill gives you an incredible advantage over others. 5 While others are controlled by their impulses, you can choose your focus. When AI is replacing your colleagues, you’re doing important creative work that your boss values and can’t replace. A. Attention is a skill. B. Everything else fades into background noise. C. Your attention is the most valuable resource you have. D. I think they actually have attention management problems. E. The other sees opportunities, moments of beauty and reasons to be grateful. F. While everyone else is drowning in shallow engagement, you can go deep. G. People who can maintain focus report higher life satisfaction and achievement. 【答案】1. B 2. E 3. D 4. A 5. F 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了注意力的重要性及培养注意力的好处。 (1)题解析： 根据空前一句 “The things you attend to register as targets in your brain and shape your behaviour.(你关注的事物会在大脑中成为目标，并塑造你的行为。)”及该空后一句 “That’s why two people can sit in the same room, experience the same events, yet have completely different days.(这就是为什么两个人坐在同一个房间里，经历同样的事情，却有完全不同的一天。)”可知，空前讨论了关注的事物影响行为；空后讨论了同境不同体验的现象，空处需衔接“关注影响”与“体验差异”的逻辑，起到承上启下作用。选项B “其他所有事物都会淡化为背景噪音” 符合原文内容，其中“Everything else”对应上文“The things you attend to register as targets”。故选B。 (2)题解析： 根据空前一句 “One notices the annoyances and frustrations and the things going wrong.(一个人会注意到烦恼、挫折和出错的事情。)”及该空后一句 “It’s the same external reality, but very different internal experiences.(外部现实是相同的，但内心体验却截然不同。)”。可知，空前讨论了一人关注负面事物；空后强调体验差异，空处需体现另一人的相反关注方向，形成对比。选项E“另一个人则看到机遇、美好的瞬间和感恩的理由” 符合原文内容。故选E。 (3)题解析： 根据空前一句 “Most knowledge workers who struggle to be productive think they have time management problems.(大多数难以高效工作的知识工作者认为自己存在时间管理问题。)”及该空后一句 “You could have all the time in the world, but if your attention is broken, constantly controlled by notifications and impulses, that time becomes worthless.(你可以拥有世界上所有的时间，但如果你的注意力被打断，不断地被通知和冲动所控制，那么时间就变得毫无价值。)”。可知，空前讨论了工作者对问题的误判；空后强调注意力的重要性，空处需指出真实问题所在。选项D “我认为他们实际上存在注意力管理问题” 符合原文内容。故选D。 (4)题解析： 根据空后一句 “And like any skill, it can be trained.(而且和任何技能一样，它是可以训练的。)”。可知，空后讨论了某事物可被训练的属性，“it” 为指代关系，空处需明确其指代对象并点明“技能”属性。选项A “注意力是一种技能” 符合原文内容。故选A。 (5)题解析： 根据空前一句 “In a world where big tech is spending billions upon billions of dollars in tracking and breaking your attention, developing this skill gives you an incredible advantage over others.(在一个大型科技公司花费数十亿美元来跟踪和分散你的注意力的世界里，培养这种技能会让你比别人拥有难以置信的优势。)”及该空后一句 “While others are controlled by their impulses, you can choose your focus.(当别人被冲动控制时，你可以选择自己的关注点。)”可知，空前讨论了注意力技能带来的优势；空后通过对比体现优势，空处需延续“对比优势”的逻辑。选项F“当其他人深陷浅层参与时，你可以深入探索” 符合原文内容。“While everyone else”与空后“While others”为句式复现，故选F。 Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广西桂林市三校联考·期中）Forget your keys again? Can’t memorize what the exam will cover? Memory troubles are no big deal. You can fix them with simple strategies. 1 Strategy 1: Make meaningful connections When you’re remembering new information, even random, unconnected facts, the brain links details to stored information. So, the easiest way is to make it meaningful by connecting to what you know and making sense within context. 2 For example, people find it easier to remember new vocabulary if they translate concepts into their own words. Strategy 2: Space out your study sessions When you’re cramming for a test, spacing out sessions where you’re reviewing foreign language vocabulary or memorizing flashcards can help your brain store memories more efficiently. 3 Spaced repetition works because new information initially goes to short-term memory and consolidating it into long-term memory takes time and happens during rest. Strategy 3: Engage your senses When you want to remember a moment, engaging your senses during learning contributes to forming vivid recollections of an experience. 4 To find them, you must use your memory to compete with all the other times you’ve put them down. Next time you set your keys aside, focus on the unique aspects of this particular moment, like the sights or smells. These sensory experiences will create a distinct memory to aid later recall. Strategy 4: Journey through the memory palace The memory palace is an ancient technique that, studies show, can enhance recall. It is effective especially in remembering grocery lists. 5 As you walk through it, create an association between the items to be bought and specific spots. Then imagine yourself “walking” your route — each spot reminds you of the item. A. They’re tricky in diverse aspects. B. You might as well train your senses. C. Take misplacing your keys for instance. D. This can be done through personal narratives. E. But they depend on what you want to remember. F. Start by picturing a familiar space like your home. G. You need to revisit information at increasing time gaps. 【答案】1. E 2. D 3. G 4. C 5. F 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。介绍了一些解决记忆问题的方法。 (1)题解析： 根据前文“Forget your keys again? Can’t memorize what the exam will cover? Memory troubles are no big deal. You can fix them with simple strategies.(又忘带钥匙了？记不住考试的内容？记忆问题没什么大不了的。你可以用简单的策略来解决它们)”指出生活中的一些记忆问题可通过简单策略解决；E项“But they depend on what you want to remember.(但它们取决于你想记住什么)”和前文构成转折关系，点明策略需根据记忆目标选择，引出下文不同场景的策略，选项中“they”代指上文提到的“ simple strategies”。故选E项。 (2)题解析： 根据前文“When you’re remembering new information, even random, unconnected facts, the brain links details to stored information. So, the easiest way is to make it meaningful by connecting to what you know and making sense within context.(当你记住新信息时，即使是随机的、不相关的事实，大脑也会将细节与储存的信息联系起来。所以，最简单的方法就是把它和你所知道的联系起来，让它在上下文中有意义)”以及后文“For example, people find it easier to remember new vocabulary if they translate concepts into their own words.(例如，人们发现如果把概念翻译成自己的语言，就更容易记住新单词)”可知，前文介绍可以把要记住的信息和你所知道的联系起来，后文是具体举例，指出把概念翻译成自己的语言会有助于记忆，所以空处应是提出通过结合已知内容、转化为自身理解的方式建立联系，D项“This can be done through personal narratives.(这可以通过个人叙述来实现)”符合文意，“personal narratives”与下文“translate concepts into their own words”相对应。故选D项。 (3)题解析： 根据前文“When you’re cramming for a test, spacing out sessions where you’re reviewing foreign language vocabulary or memorizing flashcards can help your brain store memories more efficiently.(当你为了考试而临时抱佛脚时，在复习外语词汇或记忆卡片的时间间隔可以帮助你的大脑更有效地储存记忆)”以及后文“Spaced repetition works because new information initially goes to short-term memory and consolidating it into long-term memory takes time and happens during rest.(间隔重复之所以有效，是因为新信息最初进入短期记忆，巩固为长期记忆需要时间，而且需要在休息时进行)”可知，前文知提到时间间隔，后文提到了间隔重复，所以空处应提出间隔复习的具体操作方法，G项“You need to revisit information at increasing time gaps.(您需要在不断增加的时间间隔中重新访问信息)”符合文意。故选G项。 (4)题解析： 根据前文“When you want to remember a moment, engaging your senses during learning contributes to forming vivid recollections of an experience.(当你想记住一个时刻时，在学习过程中调动你的感官有助于形成对一段经历的生动回忆)”以及后文“To find them, you must use your memory to compete with all the other times you’ve put them down. Next time you set your keys aside, focus on the unique aspects of this particular moment, like the sights or smells.(为了找到它们，你必须用你的记忆来与其他所有你放下它们的时间竞争。下次你把钥匙放在一边的时候，把注意力集中在这个特殊时刻的独特方面，比如风景或气味)”可知，前文提出方法，后文用找到钥匙举例，所以C项“Take misplacing your keys for instance.(以放错钥匙为例)”符合文意，引出下文。故选C项。 (5)题解析： 根据前文“The memory palace is an ancient technique that, studies show, can enhance recall. It is effective especially in remembering grocery lists.(研究表明，记忆宫殿是一种古老的技术，可以增强记忆力。它在记忆购物清单方面尤其有效)”以及下文“As you walk through it, create an association between the items to be bought and specific spots. Then imagine yourself “walking” your route — each spot reminds you of the item.(当你走过它时，在要购买的物品和特定地点之间建立联系。然后想象自己“走”在你的路线上——每一个地点都会提醒你这件事。)”可知，前文介绍 “记忆宫殿法”，并指出其适用于记忆购物清单，后文分步说明记忆购物清单时如何构建记忆宫殿，F项“Start by picturing a familiar space like your home.(从想象一个熟悉的空间开始，比如你的家)”点明“记忆宫殿法”的第一步，与后文“as you walk through it”与“Then imagine yourself “walking” your route”衔接自然，完整呈现操作流程。故选F项。 Passage 3 （25-26高二上·广西自治区示范性高中·期中）How to handle criticism in a healthy way Criticism is a universal experience that can trigger (引发) feelings such as anger, shame, or fear. While criticism can be taken as hurtful, it can also be viewed in a positive way. 1 Keeping a healthy attitude will not only help you not get depressed by criticism, but it can also help you move forward in life. Here’s how you should seek to handle constructive criticism and how you can use it to your advantage. Stop your first reaction. Feeling “attacked” may trigger a fight-flight-or-freeze response. Take a breath and cool off to allow logic to step in. Having a stock comment in your pocket, such as, “That’s an interesting viewpoint,” can lessen the initial emotional impact. If you have received heavy criticism, then feel free to ask for more time to process it. 2 Embrace it as a learning opportunity. We all make mistakes. As we go through life, we have plenty of opportunities to learn and improve. However, accepting criticism positively does not mean shutting yourself off emotionally. 3 Accept the fact that the other person’s comments may have hurt you. Once you have acknowledged it, you can allow yourself to use their words toward the process of self-improvement. 4 If criticism is feedback, it’s important to understand what that feedback actually is. What is the true intention of the criticism? For instance, if your boss is giving you feed back on a mistake you made, he’s probably trying to convey how you can fix and avoid the mistake in the future. Try to understand what your critic is saying and seek clarification if you need to. Thank those offering the criticism. Sometimes they’re coming from a place of wanting to help you. That takes courage, and is a very generous thing. Even when they’re not trying to be helpful, they’ve taken the time to respond to you. 5 Causing a reaction means you’ve done something interesting — and for that, you should be thankful. A. Respond calmly. B. Practice active listening. C. It is quite normal to feel hurt. D. It can be an opportunity to improve. E. Getting a response is better than absolute silence. F. This is a good time to clarify any misunderstandings. G. This is better than responding in the heat of the moment. 【答案】1. D 2. G 3. C 4. B 5. E 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了如何以一种健康的方式处理批评的几点建议。 (1)题解析： 根据上文“While criticism can be taken as hurtful, it can also be viewed in a positive way.(虽然批评可以被视为伤害，但也可以以积极的方式看待)”可知，批评虽然可能被认为是有害的，但也可以从积极的方面来看待。D选项It can be an opportunity to improve.(它可以是一个提升的机会)进一步阐述了批评的积极作用，与上文衔接紧密。故选D项。 (2)题解析： 根据上文“Stop your first reaction. Feeling “attacked” may trigger a fight-flight-or-freeze response. Take a breath and cool off to allow logic to step in.(不要做出第一反应。感觉“受到攻击”可能会引发“战斗-逃跑-冻结”反应。深呼吸，冷静下来，让逻辑介入)”以及 “If you have received heavy criticism, then feel free to ask for more time to process it.( 如果你受到了严厉的批评，那么你可以要求更多的时间来处理它)”可知，这里强调要控制第一反应，不要在情绪激动时回应。G选项This is better than responding in the heat of the moment.(这比在一时冲动时回应要好)承接上文内容，为对上文内容的语意递进，符合语境。故选G项。 (3)题解析： 根据上文“However, accepting criticism positively does not mean shutting yourself off emotionally.(然而，积极地接受批评并不意味着把自己封闭起来)”可知，积极接受批评并不意味着在情感上封闭自己。C选项It is quite normal to feel hurt.(感到受伤是很正常的)承接上文，说明即使要积极接受批评，感到受伤也是正常的。故选C项。 (4)题解析： 根据下文“If criticism is feedback, it’s important to understand what that feedback actually is. What is the true intention of the criticism? For instance, if your boss is giving you feed back on a mistake you made, he’s probably trying to convey how you can fix and avoid the mistake in the future. Try to understand what your critic is saying and seek clarification if you need to.(如果批评是一种反馈，那么了解反馈到底是什么是很重要的。批评的真正意图是什么？例如，如果你的老板在你所犯的错误上给你反馈，他可能是在试图传达你如何在未来纠正和避免错误。试着理解你的批评者在说什么，如果需要的话寻求澄清)”可知，这一段主要讲要理解批评的真正意图，也就是要积极倾听。B选项Practice active listening.(练习积极倾听)符合段落主旨，适合作为该段的小标题。故选B项。 (5)题解析： 根据上文“Thank those offering the criticism. Sometimes they’re coming from a place of wanting to help you. That takes courage, and is a very generous thing. Even when they’re not trying to be helpful, they’ve taken the time to respond to you.(感谢那些提出批评的人。有时他们是出于想要帮助你的目的。这需要勇气，是一件非常慷慨的事情。即使他们不想帮忙，他们也会花时间回应你)”以及下文“Causing a reaction means you’ve done something interesting — and for that, you should be thankful.(引起反应意味着你做了一些有趣的事情——为此，你应该心存感激)”可知，这里强调要感谢批评者，因为得到回应总比绝对的沉默要好。E选项Getting a response is better than absolute silence.(得到回应比绝对的沉默要好)起承上启下作用，符合语境。故选E项。 Passage 4 （25-26高二上·广西玉林市第一中学·期中）Tips for Upcoming Senior Two The upperclassmen often describe Senior Two in No.7 High as a year with “much more homework, more frequent exams and more fierce competitions”. 1 ●Manage your time carefully and make the most of it. Try to study not only hard but efficiently. Make a to-do-list for your time after school. Don’t just spend quite a long time on only one subject, especially a science subject. 2 Remember to take breaks when you feel exhausted. ●Treat competition in class in a right way. Competition cannot be avoided, but everyone wants to study and live in a friendly environment. Don’t treat your classmates as potential enemies. 3 By helping others solve problems, you inspire others, consolidate your own knowledge and gain lasting friendship. ● 4 Don’t let your former rankings limit you. What really matters is how you treat exams and rankings. Forget the class or grade rankings, but compete with yourself. In a while, you will see yourself climbing in scores and rankings. All in all, the coming new school year is sure to be full of challenges. Too much worry only adds to your difficulties in your development. 5 Wish you the best of luck in the new academic year in No.7 High! A. Treat yourself as the rival. B. Have a right attitude towards your rankings. C. However,rearrange your time table is of great importance. D. Instead,divide the hours into small periods for different subjects. E. So when they turn to you for help,just share your wisdom generously. F. If you keep my advice in mind,you will achieve a lot and lead a happy life. G. When you prepare for the upcoming challenges,some advice from me may be helpful. 【答案】1. G 2. D 3. E 4. B 5. F 【解析】这是一篇议论文。文章是第七高中对即将升入高二的同学提出的一些建议。 (1)题解析： 空前提到：很多高年级的学生把高二描述成更多作业，更频繁的考试和更激烈竞争的一年，再结合下文给出了具体建议，所以G项“当你为即将到来的挑战作准备的时候，我的一些建议可能会有帮助”承上启下，G项中“the upcoming challenges”指上文中提到的“much more homework, more frequent exams and more fierce competitions”，故选G项。 (2)题解析： 本段的主题句是“仔细管理时间，充分利用它”，根据空前“不要只是花费很长时间在一个科目上，尤其是一个科学相关的科目”可知，D项“要根据不同的科目，把时间分成许多小的学时”与空前表达的意义一致，且D中的“hours”与主题句中的“time”呼应，故选D项。 (3)题解析： 根据空前“不要把同学当成潜在的敌人”可知，E项“当他们向你寻求帮助的时候，慷慨地分享你的智慧”承接上文，且与下文“通过帮助其他人解决问题，你鼓舞了其他人，巩固了你的知识，获得了持久的友谊”衔接紧密，E项中“they”指代空前一句中的“your classmates”，故选E项。 (4)题解析： 空处是段落主题句，根据本段内容“不要让你上一次的排名限制你，真正有关系的是你如何对待考试和排名。忘记班级或者年级排名，只与你自己竞争”可知，本段主要是说对待排名的态度，所以B项“用正确的态度对待排名”总结本段内容，故选B项。 (5)题解析： 本段是总结上文，根据空前“太多担心只会增加你发展中的困难”可知，F项“如果你记住我的建议，你将会收获许多，并且过上快乐的生活”承接上文，说明正确的做法，故选F项。 【点睛】 Passage 5 （25-26高二上·广西玉林八校联考·期中）Forest bathing has become a popular way for people to relax and improve their health. Its benefits for reducing stress and improving mood are well-known to many of us. 1 The truth is, to truly gain the benefits, you need to do more than just a simple walk and connect with nature in a special way. Here are some tips to help you practice forest bathing effectively. 2 The first step is to leave your daily distractions behind. For example, put your phone on silent mode or, even better, turn it off and put it away. The goal is to be fully present in the natural world. Find a quiet spot where you can stay for a while without being bothered by any modern devices. This allows your body and mind to fully integrate into the environment around you. Engage Your Senses Once you have found your quiet spot, it’s time to slowly engage all your senses. You can observe the different shapes of green in the leaves. You can listen carefully to the sounds of birds singing and the wind rustling the leaves. 3 You can even touch the bark of a tree or a smooth stone. This multisensory immersion is the core of the forest bathing experience. Walk Slowly and Mindfully This is not hiking with a destination in mind. It is about walking at a much slower pace than usual and paying attention to the sensation of your feet on the path. 4 The purpose is not to cover distance, but to deepen your connection with each moment and your surroundings. Breathe Deeply Taking deep, slow breaths can help your body and mind relax, especially when you inhale the fresh, clean air of the forest. Plants and trees give out natural oils called phytoncides (植物杀菌素) into the air. 5 . This is one of the scientific secrets behind the healing power of forest bathing. By following these simple steps, you can transform your next visit to a forest from a simple outing into a powerful and healthy practice for your body and mind. A. Record the beautiful moments. B. Disconnect from devices. C. Stop sometimes to observe details of the surroundings you will normally miss. D. It is vital to share your inner feelings with the friends who accompany you. E. However, many people misunderstand it as just a walk in the forests. F. Scientific studies show that breathing in these substances can strengthen our immune system. G. You can also smell the earthy fragrance of the soil and the unique scent of the plants after rain. 【答案】1. E 2. B 3. G 4. C 5. F 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章围绕“如何有效进行森林浴”展开，先指出很多人将森林浴误解为简单的林间散步，接着从“远离电子设备、调动感官、正念慢走、深呼吸”四个核心维度，提供了具体可操作的技巧，帮助读者真正通过森林浴放松身心、改善健康。 (1)题解析： 根据上文“Its benefits for reducing stress and improving mood are well-known to many of us. (它在减压和改善情绪方面的好处我们很多人都知道)”以及下文“The truth is, to truly gain the benefits, you need to do more than just a simple walk and connect with nature in a special way. (事实上，要真正获得这些好处，你需要做的不仅仅是简单的散步，而是以一种特殊的方式与自然连接)”可知，此处需转折引出“人们对森林浴的误解”——将其等同于普通散步。E选项“However, many people misunderstand it as just a walk in the forests. (然而，很多人将其误解为只是在森林里散步)”中的“However”承接上文的转折关系，“misunderstand it as just a walk”直接点出核心误解，与下文“need to do more than just a simple walk”形成紧密呼应，为后文介绍“有效进行森林浴的技巧”做铺垫，符合语境。故选E项。 (2)题解析： 分析语篇可知，此处应为本段的小标题，需与其他段落标题（如“Engage Your Senses”“Walk Slowly and Mindfully”）格式一致（祈使句），且概括本段内容。根据下文“For example, put your phone on silent mode or, even better, turn it off and put it away. The goal is to be fully present in the natural world. Find a quiet spot where you can stay for a while without being bothered by any modern devices.(例如，把你的手机调成静音模式，或者更好的是，把它关掉，把它放在一边。我们的目标是完全融入自然世界。找一个安静的地方，在那里你可以呆一段时间，没有任何现代设备的打扰)”可知，本段核心是“远离电子设备”。B选项“Disconnect from devices. (远离电子设备)”为祈使句，直接点明本段主题，与下文“phone”“modern devices”等关键词对应，适合作本段小标题。故选B项。 (3)题解析： 本段小标题为“Engage Your Senses (调动你的感官)”，上文提到“observe the different shapes of green (观察不同形状的绿色)”“listen carefully to the sounds (仔细听声音)”，下文提到“touch the bark of a tree (触摸树皮)”，此处需补充“嗅觉”相关的感官体验，保持“多感官沉浸”的逻辑连贯。G选项“You can also smell the earthy fragrance of the soil and the unique scent of the plants after rain. (你还可以闻到雨后泥土的芬芳和植物独特的气息)”中的“smell”对应“感官”主题，“earthy fragrance of the soil”“unique scent of the plants”是具体的嗅觉体验，与上文的“视觉”“听觉”、下文的“触觉”形成完整的感官闭环，符合语境。故选G项。 (4)题解析： 本段小标题为“Walk Slowly and Mindfully (正念慢走)”，上文提到“walking at a much slower pace than usual and paying attention to the sensation of your feet on the path (以比平时慢得多的速度行走，关注脚在小路上的触感)”，下文提到“The purpose is not to cover distance, but to deepen your connection with each moment and your surroundings (目的不是为了走距离，而是加深与每一刻和周围环境的连接)”，此处需补充“慢走”过程中的具体做法。C选项“Stop sometimes to observe details of the surroundings you will normally miss. (偶尔停下来，观察那些你平时会忽略的周围细节)”中的“Stop sometimes”“observe details”呼应“慢走”“正念”的核心，“you will normally miss”突出了“正念观察”的意义，与下文“deepen your connection with... surroundings”形成逻辑衔接，符合语境。故选C项。 (5)题解析： 本段小标题为“Breathe Deeply (深呼吸)”，上文提到“Plants and trees give out natural oils called phytoncides into the air. (植物和树木会向空气中释放一种名为植物杀菌素的天然油脂)”，此处需说明“吸入这种物质”的好处，呼应“森林浴的治愈力量”。F选项“Scientific studies show that breathing in these substances can strengthen our immune system. (科学研究表明，吸入这些物质可以增强我们的免疫系统)”中的“these substances”指代上文的“phytoncides”，“strengthen our immune system”解释了深呼吸的具体健康益处，且“scientific studies”与下文“the scientific secrets behind the healing power”形成呼应，符合语境。故选F项。 Passage 6 （25-26高二上·广西壮族自治区兴业县高级中学·期中）Dogs have a different way of seeing the world compared to human beings. As a result of this they heavily rely on their body language to pass their different messages across to people. 1 Their Way of Barking Dogs bark for different reasons. If you notice them barking very often and loudly, they bark for an urgent reason probably. 2 It could also be a sign that they are in some kind of pain. When the barks are shorter and also softer, they probably just want to play around. Pay attention to the barks closely so that you understand exactly what is going on. Before You Leave 3 When you see your dog making sad faces while you are leaving, it might feel sad. Don’t worry too much because your little pet knows very well that you will definitely be back. On Your Feet Dogs like to lay on people’s feet during dinner time or when people are watching TV. 4 However, it’s just their way of showing you some loyalty (忠诚) and how close they want to get to you. This is a behavior that they obtained from their ancestors long ago. Resting on you You should feel honoured when a dog rests against you for support while it’s hanging around the place. 5 Don’t take it as being lazy. The next time your dog does this, just allow them to show their love in this way. A. This could get a bit annoying. B. To the dog, this is equal to a hug. C. It could mean that the dog is really tired. D. They are also very good at telling twins apart. E. Read on to find out what your dog tries to tell you. F. It’s normal for you to feel guilty about leaving your pet at home. G. Maybe they have sensed some danger around and are trying to inform you about it. 【答案】1. E 2. G 3. F 4. A 5. B 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。文章主要解释了狗的一些肢体语言所传递的信息。 (1)题解析： 根据上文“Dogs have a different way of seeing the world compared to human beings. As a result of this they heavily rely on their body language to pass their different messages across to people.(与人类相比，狗有一种不同的看待世界的方式。因此，他们严重依赖他们的肢体语言将不同的信息传递给别人)”结合后文主要解释了狗的肢体语言想要传递的信息，故E选项“往下读，看看你的狗狗想告诉你什么”符合语境，故选E。 (2)题解析： 根据上文“Dogs bark for different reasons. If you notice them barking very often and loudly, they bark for an urgent reason probably.(狗叫有不同的原因。如果你注意到它们经常大声吠叫，它们可能是出于紧急原因而吠叫)”可知上文提到狗大声叫可能是出于紧急原因，即狗意识到有危险，故G选项“也许它们已经感觉到周围有危险，正试图通知你”符合语境，故选G。 (3)题解析： 根据后文“When you see your dog making sad faces while you are leaving, it might feel sad. Don’t worry too much because your little pet knows very well that you will definitely be back.(当你看到你的狗在你离开的时候做着悲伤的表情，它可能会感到悲伤。不要太担心，因为你的小宠物很清楚你一定会回来的)”可知，后文提到了离开时狗感到悲伤，可知是离开家。故F选项“把宠物留在家里感到内疚是很正常的”符合语境，故选F。 (4)题解析： 根据上文“Dogs like to lay on people’s feet during dinner time or when people are watching TV.(狗喜欢在晚餐时间或人们看电视的时候趴在人们的脚上)”以及后文“However, it’s just their way of showing you some loyalty (忠诚) and how close they want to get to you. This is a behavior that they obtained from their ancestors long ago.(然而，这只是他们向你展示忠诚的方式，以及他们想要接近你的方式。这是他们很久以前从祖先那里遗传来的行为)”可知，后文与本句构成转折关系，可推测本句是在说明对狗趴在脚上的行为，人类有负面情绪。故A选项“这可能会有点烦人”符合语境，故选A。 (5)题解析： 根据上文“You should feel honoured when a dog rests against you for support while it’s hanging around the place.(当狗狗在你身边闲逛时，你应该感到荣幸)”以及后文“Don’t take it as being lazy. The next time your dog does this, just allow them to show their love in this way.(不要认为这是懒惰。下次你的狗狗这样做的时候，就允许他们用这种方式表达他们的爱)”可知，本句主要解释狗在身边闲逛代表的意义，故B选项“对狗来说，这等于拥抱”符合语境，故选B。 Passage 7 （25-26高二上·广西南宁第二中学·期中）Harvest is truly one of the highlights of the season. This is when all of our efforts and attention get translated into a tangible finished product. As a grower, nothing makes me prouder than harvesting a successful crop. 1 To ensure quality is maintained all the way from field to fork, certain principles must be understood and followed through. First of all, it is important to harvest each crop at the right stage of growth. Vegetables harvested before they are fully mature will be much less flavorful. 2 For some crops, it is easy to tell when they are at their freshest, and many can be quite forgiving. But for other crops, harvesting at the appropriate moment will make an enormous difference. The timing of cantaloupe (甜瓜) picking, for example, will determine whether the fruit is sweet or disappointing, while it won’t make a difference if you wait a few days to harvest the apples. 3 To further complicate things, the right moment to harvest a given vegetable is not necessarily consistent with market demand. 4 Vegetables such as broccoli (西兰花) and cucumbers, to name just a few, can be harvested at the peak of their quality and stored in the cold room for a few days before being sold. 5 Some vegetables must be cooled to slow their process of ripening. Otherwise, their freshness and nutritional value will suffer. This is why it is so important to harvest as early as possible in the morning, before the heat of the day sets in, and to cool the vegetables immediately with cold water and/or air from the cold room. A. You just have to follow the habits of different crops. B. That being said, harvest requires some special know-how. C. Those harvested overripe will then have a shorter shelf life. D. This is one reason why a cold room is critical in a market garden. E. Although it varies from crop to crop, it’s always better later than earlier. F. Moreover, a well-functioning cool system is in badly need for keeping things fresh. G. The other important thing to remember is that vegetables go on “living” even after being picked. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A 4. D 5. G 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是在收获的季节收获作物所需的一些特殊诀窍。 (1)题解析： 根据空前的“As a grower, nothing makes me prouder than harvesting a successful crop.(作为一名种植者，没有什么比收获一种成功的作物更让我自豪的了。)”可知，收获作物是让种植者感到最自豪的事情，结合空后的“To ensure quality is maintained all the way from field to fork, certain principles must be understood and followed through. (为了确保从田间到餐桌的全程质量，必须理解并遵循某些原则。)”可知，要确保收获的质量，需要遵循某些原则，由此可知，此空应为承上启下的作用，B选项“That being said, harvest requires some special know-how.(话虽如此，收获需要一些特殊的诀窍。)”讲述的内容承接上文中收获给种植者带来的自豪感，同时，引出下文讲述的话题。故选B项。 (2)题解析： 根据本段主题句“First of all, it is important to harvest each crop at the right stage of growth.(首先，重要的是要在正确的生长阶段收获每一种作物。)”可知，本段介绍的是在恰当的生长阶段收获作物很重要，结合空前的“Vegetables harvested before they are fully mature will be much less flavorful.(在完全成熟之前收获的蔬菜味道会差很多。)”可知，完全成熟前收获的蔬菜味道会差很多，C选项“Those harvested overripe will then have a shorter shelf life.(那些过熟收获的作物将有一个较短的保质期。)”讲述的内容与本段主题吻合，且与空前的内容相对应，“过熟收获的作物”对应“未成熟收获的作物”。故选C项。 (3)题解析： 分析语篇可知，此空是对该段内容的总结，根据空前的“The timing of cantaloupe (甜瓜) picking, for example, will determine whether the fruit is sweet or disappointing, while it won’t make a difference if you wait a few days to harvest the apples.(例如，哈密瓜采摘的时间将决定果实是甜的还是令人失望的，而如果你等几天再收获苹果，就不会有什么不同。)”可知，此处举例说明不同的水果采摘的时间对水果的品质影响不同，A选项“You just have to follow the habits of different crops.(你只需要遵循不同作物的生长习性。)”建议遵循不同作物的生长习性即可，与空前内容吻合，且对该段的内容做出总结。故选A项。 (4)题解析： 根据空前的“To further complicate things, the right moment to harvest a given vegetable is not necessarily consistent with market demand.(更复杂的是，收获某种蔬菜的合适时机并不一定与市场需求一致。)”可知，收获某种蔬菜的时机不一定与市场需求一致，结合空后的“Vegetables such as broccoli (西兰花) and cucumbers, to name just a few, can be harvested at the peak of their quality and stored in the cold room for a few days before being sold.(西兰花和黄瓜等蔬菜，仅举几例，可以在其质量最高的时候收获，并在冷藏室中储存几天，然后再出售。)”可知，有些蔬菜收获后可以在冷藏室储存几天再出售，D选项“This is one reason why a cold room is critical in a market garden.(这就是为什么在市场菜园子里，冷藏室很重要的原因之一。)”讲述的内容与空前内容为因果关系，且选项中的“a cold room”与空后的“in the cold room”相呼应，符合语境。故选D项。 (5)题解析： 分析语篇可知，此处应为本段的主题句，结合空后的“Some vegetables must be cooled to slow their process of ripening. Otherwise, their freshness and nutritional value will suffer.(有些蔬菜必须冷却以减缓其成熟的过程。否则，它们的新鲜度和营养价值将受到影响。)”可知，为了确保蔬菜的新鲜度和营养价值不受影响，有些蔬菜必须冷却以减缓其成熟的过程，这说明有些蔬菜被采摘后也会继续生长成熟，G选项“The other important thing to remember is that vegetables go on “living” even after being picked.(另一件需要记住的重要事情是，蔬菜即使在被采摘后也会继续“活着”。)”符合逻辑，也解释了下文“This is why it is so important to harvest as early as possible in the morning, before the heat of the day sets in, and to cool the vegetables immediately with cold water and/or air from the cold room.(这就是为什么在早上，在一天的高温到来之前，尽早收割，并立即用冷水和/或冷藏室的空气冷却蔬菜是如此重要。)”这样做的原因。故选G项。 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广西南宁第三中学）Imagine the great challenge in front of you as a big rock. If you choose to give up, you work around the stone just to go around it. 1 Below are some tips that can help you truly face the difficult choices in your life. 2 Great things never come easy. If you have big dreams, you’re going to do big work to achieve them. It’s okay to take time to figure out the best way to proceed, but it’s not okay to walk away only because they’re challenging. Remember that you are not alone. When we face difficult choices or events in our lives, we often forget that we are not the first, only or last to experience these. Everyone faces hard decisions. 3 In some cases, they may even be able to offer you advice you wouldn’t have thought of otherwise. Figure out what you lack. No matter what the challenge you’re facing, maybe there’s a reason. If it’s a job, why is it that you haven’t got hired? Go back through the job listings and skills required and find what you don’t have. 4 Choose to see challenges as lessons. 5 As the old saying goes, what doesn’t kill me makes me stronger. When you go through something challenging, you learn from it, regardless of the outcome. Recognize the opportunities for learning and personal development. Adjust your mindset, learn to deal with challenges and you’ll become a strong and successful person. A. Be patient with yourself. B. Remember that you have choices. C. We build character through hard times. D. Do something to push yourself closer to the “perfect candidate”. E. So don’t be afraid to reach out to your friends or family for ideas. F. No matter how great the challenge is, breaking it down is a must. G. However, the fastest way to get over it is to break it and go right through it. 【答案】1. G 2. A 3. E 4. D 5. C 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了一些方法帮助我们正确面对生活中的挑战。 (1)题解析： 上文“If you choose to give up, you work around the stone just to go around it.”（如果你选择放弃，你只是在绕着石头转罢了。）说明挑战就像一块大石头，你如果不去解决它，就会不停地围着它转，结合下文“Below are some tips that can help you truly face the difficult choices in your life.”（下面是一些建议，可以帮助你真正面对生活中的困难选择。）可知，G项“However, the fastest way to get over it is to break it and go right through it.”（然而，克服它的最快方法是打破它，直接穿过它。）与上文构成转折关系，提出了解决方案，同时引出下文内容。故选G项。 (2)题解析： 下文“Great things never come easy. If you have big dreams, you’re going to do big work to achieve them. It’s okay to take time to figure out the best way to proceed, but it’s not okay to walk away only because they’re challenging.”（伟业来之不易。如果你有伟大的梦想，你就会付出巨大的努力来实现它们。花点时间找出最好的方法是可以的，但不能因为它们具有挑战性就放弃。）可知，遇到挑战时，要花点时间去弄清楚解决问题的最佳做法，但不能仅仅因为它们具有挑战性就放弃，A项“Be patient with yourself.”（对自己要有耐心。）说明遇到挑战不能急躁，要耐心解决，是对下文内容的总结，衔接恰当。故选A项。 (3)题解析： 上文“Everyone faces hard decisions.”（每个人都面临着艰难的抉择。）说明面对挑战，我们并不孤单，并结合下文“In some cases, they may even be able to offer you advice you wouldn’t have thought of otherwise.”（在某些情况下，他们甚至可以给你提供你想不到的建议。）可知，E项“So don’t be afraid to reach out to your friends or family for ideas.”（所以不要害怕向你的朋友或家人寻求建议。）衔接上文，构成因果关系，且“your friends or family”对应空后的“they”，衔接恰当。故选E项。 (4)题解析： 上文“Go back through the job listings and skills required and find what you don’t have.”（回顾一下职位列表和所需技能，找出你不具备的技能。）说明要弄明白自己是因为缺什么而不被录用，D项“Do something to push yourself closer to the “perfect candidate”.”（做一些让自己更接近“完美候选人”的事情。）提出弄清楚不足之后要去努力弥补，使自己更优秀，衔接恰当。故选D项。 (5)题解析： 上文“Choose to see challenges as lessons.”（选择将挑战视为教训。）说明要把挑战当成教训，而非困境，并结合下文“As the old saying goes, what doesn’t kill me makes me stronger.”（正如那句老话所说，杀不死我的东西只会让我更强大。）说明挑战能让我们更加坚强，能让我们受益，C项“We build character through hard times.”（我们在艰难时期塑造性格。）同样说明了挑战能让我们更加坚强，与上下文内容衔接紧密。故选C项。 Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广西柳州市高级中学·期中）The future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now, and we will see it in our workplaces more and more each day. 1 We will need to embrace AI and learn how to work with it, not against it. And here are some benefits of embracing it in our workplace. 2 Companies will be able to find new consumers easier and with less money. You will have access to high quality and insightful data, and improved analytics tools to target your audience more effectively. In addition to this, AI helps to increase the security of a company’s network, applications, or website. The arrival of AI is a great way to stay ahead of your peers, and future-proof your career to better prepare for the technological changes and understand how you can make AI work for you and your role. Start by learning more about AI, how it impacts your role, and where there are gaps in your knowledge to ensure you’re prepared to adopt AI into your role. 3 AI has great potential to lighten the workload for educators. AI can actively contribute innovative and creative suggestions for classroom activities, enriching the learning experience. 4 This adaptability of AI not only enhances the efficiency of the teaching process but also adds a layer of personalization to the educational experience. Whether we like it or not, AI is here to stay, and it won’t be ignored. Even though AI can be a powerful tool to remove tasks from various roles, there are still many important tasks where the human element remains essential. 5 Instead, you could look at how it will change our world both inside and outside the workplace and how you can learn and benefit from it. A. Wait for AI to mature first. B. Don’t be afraid to embrace it. C. So teachers can adjust the teaching strategies to meet their objectives. D. With the adoption of AI, many businesses will become more efficient. E. AI will change the future of the workforce, and it won’t be holding back. F. Focusing on current work tasks is enough to prepare for AI-related changes. G. You can do this by reading recent job ads similar to your role and requirements. 【答案】1. E 2. D 3. G 4. C 5. B 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。文章指出人工智能已融入职场且趋势不可逆，介绍其提升企业效率、助力教育个性化等好处，建议人们主动学习接纳 AI，同时提及人类核心作用不可替代。 (1)题解析： 根据后文“We will need to embrace AI and learn how to work with it, not against it. And here are some benefits of embracing it in our workplace.(我们需要接纳人工智能，并学会如何与之合作，而非与之对抗。以下是在我们的工作场所中接纳人工智能的一些好处)”可知，空格后强调“我们需接纳 AI、学会与之共事”，可见前文需先点明AI对职场的影响。E选项“AI 将改变劳动力的未来，且不会停滞不前”，既呼应首句“AI 的未来已到来”，又为后文“接纳 AI”的观点铺垫，衔接自然。故选E。 (2)题解析： 根据后文“Companies will be able to find new consumers easier and with less money. You will have access to high quality and insightful data, and improved analytics tools to target your audience more effectively. In addition to this, AI helps to increase the security of a company’s network, applications, or website.(企业将能够更轻松、更经济地找到新的消费者。您将能够获取高质量且具有洞察力的数据，并获得更先进的分析工具，从而更有效地针对目标受众进行营销。除此之外，人工智能还能增强公司网络、应用程序或网站的安全性)”可知，空格后围绕“企业找客户更轻松省钱、获得高质量数据、提升网络安全”展开，核心是 AI 给企业带来的效率提升。D选项“采用AI后，许多企业将变得更高效”是对后文内容的总括，作为段落主旨句最合适。故选D。 (3)题解析： 根据上文“The arrival of AI is a great way to stay ahead of your peers, and future-proof your career to better prepare for the technological changes and understand how you can make AI work for you and your role. Start by learning more about AI, how it impacts your role, and where there are g gaps in your knowledge to ensure you’re prepared to adopt AI into your role.(人工智能的出现是让您领先于同行、为职业生涯做好未来规划的绝佳方式，这能帮助您更好地应对技术变革，并了解如何让人工智能服务于您和您的工作。首先，深入学习有关人工智能的知识，了解它对您的工作的影响，以及您知识中的哪些方面存在不足，从而确保您能够将人工智能应用到您的工作中)”可知，空格前提出“通过学习 AI、了解其对自身岗位的影响、弥补知识缺口来做好准备”，G选项“你可以通过阅读与自身岗位和要求相似的最新招聘广告来做到这一点”，是对前文“如何准备”的具体方法补充，衔接紧密。故选G。 (4)题解析： 根据上文“AI has great potential to lighten the workload for educators. AI can actively contribute innovative and creative suggestions for classroom activities, enriching the learning experience.(人工智能在减轻教育工作者的工作负担方面具有巨大潜力。它能够主动为课堂活动提供创新且富有创意的建议，从而丰富学习体验)”以及后文“This adaptability of AI not only enhances the efficiency of the teaching process but also adds a layer of personalization to the educational experience.(人工智能的这种适应性不仅提高了教学过程的效率，还为教育体验增添了个性化元素)”空格前提到“AI能为课堂活动提供创新建议，丰富学习体验”，空格后强调“AI的这种适应性提升教学效率、实现个性化教育”。C选项“因此教师可以调整教学策略以达成目标”，承接AI的辅助作用，体现“AI建议→教师调整策略→提升效果”的逻辑链，衔接自然。故选C。 (5)题解析： 根据上文“Whether we like it or not, AI is here to stay, and it won’t be ignored. Even though AI can be a powerful tool to remove tasks from various roles, there are still many important tasks where the human element remains essential.(无论我们是否愿意，人工智能都已存在，并且不会被忽视。尽管人工智能可以成为一种强大的工具，能够将各种任务从不同岗位中移除，但在许多重要任务中，人的因素仍然是至关重要的)”以及后文“Instead, you could look at how it will change our world both inside and outside the workplace and how you can learn and benefit from it.(相反，你可以思考它将如何改变我们的工作场所内外的世界，以及你如何能够学习并从中受益)”空格前指出“AI无法替代人类核心任务”，空格后建议“关注AI如何改变世界、从中学习受益”。B选项“不要害怕接纳它”，既回应前文“AI不会被忽视”的现实，又引导后文积极应对的态度，符合逻辑。故选B。 Passage 3 （25-26高二上·广西来宾市·期中）Perfectionism is often characterized by the persistent pursuit of excellence and the setting of exceptionally high standards. It is a positive quality, especially for many professions, say a pilot or a brain surgeon. 1 . Many medical and mental health challenges are rooted in perfectionism. Here are tips to ease up on yourself. See yourself beyond your achievements 2 . However, it’s natural to feel bad or disappointed when falling short of your goals. Our value is not defined only by our excellent performance. We are our relationships, our interests and our enjoyment of life. Make self-compassion (自我同情) easier Self-compassion is often described as talking to yourself like a good friend. Self-compassion can be one word or a phrase: “Easy”, “Gentle”, “You’re OK”. Self-compassion can be actions: three deep breaths, asking for help or taking a break. It can also be permission not to do all the things you expect of yourself. 3 . Tone down (使······柔和) your inner critic Those of us who aim high take our commitments and our responsibilities seriously. The same attitude can extend to our own thoughts. When we think “I’m not good enough”, or “I’m falling short”, we treat them as fact. But actually, they’re just thoughts. 4 . But that doesn’t mean we have to take every thought seriously and literally. 5 Self-improvement feels good, but resist the urge to turn your leisure time into another project. You don’t have to build a skill, learn something new, or do something good for you all the time. Improvement and personal development are important, but so are pleasure and enjoyment. A. Dare to be unproductive B. Allow yourself to reflect C. Some people naturally tend to be self-critical D. You don’t have to lower your standards or be less driven E. It can tip over into unhealthy behavior if left unchecked, though F. This could mean skipping the gym for sleep when you are worn out G. We’re proud of good grades, an excellent job review or hitting our workout goals 【答案】1. E 2. G 3. F 4. C 5. A 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。本文指出完美主义虽有积极面，但失控会引发健康问题，还给出四个缓解建议：正视自身价值、学会自我同情、缓和自我批评、敢于适度 “无所事事”。 (1)题解析： 根据上文“Perfectionism is often characterized by the persistent pursuit of excellence and the setting of exceptionally high standards. It is a positive quality, especially for many professions, say a pilot or a brain surgeon.(完美主义通常表现为对卓越的不懈追求以及设定极高的标准。这是一种积极的品质，尤其对于许多职业而言，比如飞行员或脑外科医生等)”以及后文“Many medical and mental health challenges are rooted in perfectionism. Here are tips to ease up on yourself.(许多身体和心理方面的健康问题都源于过度追求完美。以下是一些帮助你放松自己的建议)”可知，前文说完美主义是积极品质，空后转折提到它会引发健康问题，E项“但如果不加约束，它可能会陷入不健康的行为”承上启下，衔接自然。故选E。 (2)题解析： 根据后文“However, it’s natural to feel bad or disappointed when falling short of your goals. Our value is not defined only by our excellent performance. We are our relationships, our interests and our enjoyment of life.(然而，当未能达成目标时，感到沮丧或失望是很正常的。我们的价值并不仅仅由出色的表现来定义。我们的价值在于我们的关系、我们的兴趣以及我们对生活的享受)”可知，空后讲“未达目标时难过很正常”，G项“我们为好成绩、优秀工作评价或达成健身目标而自豪”呼应“成就”，与后文形成转折逻辑。故选G。 (3)题解析： 根据上文“Self-compassion is often described as talking to yourself like a good friend. Self-compassion can be one word or a phrase: “Easy”, “Gentle”, “You’re OK”. Self-compassion can be actions: three deep breaths, asking for help or taking a break. It can also be permission not to do all the things you expect of yourself.(自我同情通常被描述为像对待好朋友那样与自己交流。自我同情可以是一个词或一个短语：比如“简单”“温和”“你没问题”。自我同情也可以是行动：做三次深呼吸、寻求帮助或者休息一下。它还可以是允许自己不必去做那些你期望自己完成的事情)”可知，前文举例自我同情的具体做法，F项“这可能意味着疲惫时放弃健身去睡觉”是对“允许自己不做所有期待之事”的具体举例，衔接紧密。故选F。 (4)题解析： 根据后文“But that doesn’t mean we have to take every thought seriously and literally.(但这并不意味着我们必须对每一个想法都认真地、字面地去对待)”可知，空后围绕“内心批评者”展开，C项“有些人天生倾向于自我批评”引出话题，且与后文“认为‘自己不够好’是想法而非事实”呼应。故选C。 (5)题解析： 根据后文“Self-improvement feels good, but resist the urge to turn your leisure time into another project. You don’t have to build a skill, learn something new, or do something good for you all the time. Improvement and personal development are important, but so are pleasure and enjoyment.(自我提升的感觉很棒，但要克制住将休闲时间也用于其他事务的冲动。你不必一直去培养一项技能、学习新知识或者做对自己有益的事情。提升自我和进行个人发展固然重要，但快乐和享受也同样重要)”可知，空后强调“不必把闲暇时间变成任务，享受快乐也很重要”，A项“敢于‘无所事事’” 概括该段核心，作为段落主旨句最合适。故选A。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题04 阅读理解（七选五） Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广西柳州市联谊校·期中）Returning from vacation and attempting to get back into a productive routine can feel like a tough task. Here are strategies to help you get back to an academic mindset. 1 You may have felt stressed or burnt out before your holiday, so it makes sense to change your schedule when you return and adapt yourself to it. A great place to start is to assess food, exercise, and sleep habits, which can tend to go bad over a vacation. Create a study schedule 2 Whether you prefer to use a traditional planner or an online calendar or app, begin by going through your course syllabi (提纲) and inputting project, test, and exam due dates. As you are scheduling your studies, be sure to consider which courses, readings and projects you anticipate will be more challenging, so you can devote extra time appropriately. Start small When you return from vacation, allow yourself the adjustment period to ease back into your coursework. It’s not realistic to try and jump into your studies at the same pace you were at before you left, as it can lead to sluggishness (反应迟钝) and burnout. 3 Doing so can generate an immediate sense of satisfaction that fuels your motivation to keep going. Take time to de-stress Research has shown that taking purposeful breaks of 5 to 60 minutes when studying increases productivity, energy, and ability to focus. Some examples include taking a walk, having a 15-minute nap, organizing your study area, listening to your favourite music, playing with your pet, or connecting with a friend. 4 Set up a reward system As a learner, you should have a specific objective that motivates you to enhance your education. Setting up a reward system can also be helpful. 5 Depending on your preference, you can set up daily, weekly, or monthly incentives (奖励) to help ensure that you stay inspired and on task. A. Refresh your routine. B. Avoid distractions and time-wasters. C. Instead, focus on small, achievable daily tasks. D. It encourages you to meet your individual study goals. E. Next up, it’s time to reorganize a new study schedule F. By doing so, you can return to your studies refreshed and refocused. G. The objective is to discover when productivity comes to you most easily. Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广西来宾高级中学·期中）How To Make Your Wardrobe Eco-friendly Maybe you’ve started to buy recyclable products and carry reusable grocery bags. You will have no trouble finding the right clothes. Even when you’re doing all these, there may be something you’re completely ignoring — your wardrobe. You don’t necessarily have to replace your entire wardrobe with items from eco-friendly labels. Instead, you could make a few adjustments here and there to fill your closet with eco-friendly lifestyle. 1 Wash your clothes less often. Research shows that 60 to 80 percent of clothes’ environmental impact comes from how often it is washed. 2 Then use cold water to save energy. Be a big picture shopper. Before you buy something, consider: Will I still want to wear this a year from now? Buy high-quality clothes that will last one year. 3 When you’re buying new clothes, make sure you go for materials that have a low impact on the environment. Go for bamboo, silk, wool and organic cotton. Even when you’re buying other clothes, try to look for recycled ones. Cut down on waste by exchanging clothes with friends. You could also donate your old clothes to local clothing recycling bins. If you have clothes that you love but have gone out of style, 4 For instance, you could turn loose jeans into skinny jeans. Otherwise, you could also create DIY clothes out of them. As you can see, there are plenty of options for you to adopt an eco-friendly wardrobe. 5 so try not to throw away anything. The goal is to reduce waste, not create more. A. Choose clothes with right materials. B. If not, leave it for someone who will. C. Take a look at the tips below: D. You can wear your clothes two to three times before washing them. E. try to create something new out of them. F. A minor improvement could work wonders, G. You could even be growing organic vegetables for green living. Passage 3 （25-26高二上·广西桂林市十二县中学·期中）It seems as if the successful people don’t have challenges since they have a lot of wealth, power, and status. 1 . These are four steps they usually use to overcome it. Trust your inner strength You must believe that the situations you’re going through — the good, the bad, and the ugly — are for a purpose, all helping shape you into the person you were born to be. At the same time, you must believe that you have been given the power to overcome them. 2 . Dare to think positively 3 . But that doesn’t do anything. Think to yourself: Have worrying ever solved a problem? Never has it and never will it. The right mindset and the right attitude will always help overcome negative situations. So, when you face adversity (逆境), discipline yourself to see the best in it. Your positive thinking will turn your situation around for your good. 4 When we experience hardships, we may take them as misfortunes that have come to mess up our lives and destroy the future we have in store for ourselves. Actually, they give us life lessons that no lecture in the world can offer. Struggles bring experience and with experience comes progress. So, when you face adversity, take it as a lesson for a brighter tomorrow. Pick your influencers wisely This is an important thing to consider when facing adversity. Usually, the first thing we do when we have a situation is panic and call someone. But if that person happens to be a “worrier”, it will cause more pain to the situation. Make it your priority to surround yourself with the right company. 5 . A. It’s the pathway to success B. Let adversity be your teacher C. It’s human nature to over-react, worry, and complain D. With your belief, you’ll see things start to turn out that way E. Their words and attitude will soon help improve your situation F. Yet they become what they are because of the art they handle adversity G. Everything you experience is the result of choices you have made in the past Passage 4 （25-26高二上·广西南宁“4+N”联盟学校·期中）The aftermath (后果) of an earthquake can be horrible, but it is important that you are attentive and focused after an earthquake happens. Fires, gas leaks, and injuries are all dangers you might face after an earthquake. 1 By assessing the safety of your location and following the directions of local authorities, your chances of surviving the aftermath of an earthquake will be much higher. Check yourself for injuries. 2 If you’re bleeding, lift your injury up and put pressure on it. If your injury is serious, call for help using a cellphone or try to get rescuers’ attention. 3 Use a cellphone to call for help if you have one. If you can’t use a phone, try knocking loudly on something nearby until rescuers find you. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes which follow the main shock of an earthquake. 4 So you should prepare to move to a safe location, like an open outdoor space or a structurally sound building. Exit the building and go to a safer place once the shaking has stopped. The structure of the building you’re in may have been weakened by the main earthquake. 5 A. Signal for help if you are trapped. B. They can cause significant damage. C. Remain calm as the earthquake occurs. D. The more prepared you are, the safer you’ll be. E. Make sure you’re not seriously hurt before you do anything. F. After the earthquake, you must get medical treatment in time. G. Therefore, you should leave as soon as possible in case of any aftershocks. Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广西贵港市·期中）I’ve been studying attention for several years now, and this statement that the quality of your attention determines the quality of your life has become my north star. Here’s why I believe it’s true. Your attention is a filter (过滤器). Every moment, you’re flooded by information, thoughts, feelings, and impulses (冲动). What you focus on, whether by choice or by force, becomes your reality. The things you attend to register as targets in your brain and shape your behaviour. 1 That’s why two people can sit in the same room, experience the same events, yet have completely different days. One notices the annoyances and frustrations and the things going wrong. 2 It’s the same external reality, but very different internal experiences. Concentration really is the foundation of everything meaningful. You can’t read deeply, listen fully, learn effectively, or connect authentically without the ability to direct and maintain your attention. Most knowledge workers who struggle to be productive think they have time management problems. 3 You could have all the time in the world, but if your attention is broken, constantly controlled by notifications and impulses, that time becomes worthless. 4 And like any skill, it can be trained. Every time you bring your wandering mind back to the present task, you’re doing a mental exercise. Every time you resist the pull of a distraction, you’re building strength. In a world where big tech is spending billions upon billions of dollars in tracking and breaking your attention, developing this skill gives you an incredible advantage over others. 5 While others are controlled by their impulses, you can choose your focus. When AI is replacing your colleagues, you’re doing important creative work that your boss values and can’t replace. A. Attention is a skill. B. Everything else fades into background noise. C. Your attention is the most valuable resource you have. D. I think they actually have attention management problems. E. The other sees opportunities, moments of beauty and reasons to be grateful. F. While everyone else is drowning in shallow engagement, you can go deep. G. People who can maintain focus report higher life satisfaction and achievement. Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广西桂林市三校联考·期中）Forget your keys again? Can’t memorize what the exam will cover? Memory troubles are no big deal. You can fix them with simple strategies. 1 Strategy 1: Make meaningful connections When you’re remembering new information, even random, unconnected facts, the brain links details to stored information. So, the easiest way is to make it meaningful by connecting to what you know and making sense within context. 2 For example, people find it easier to remember new vocabulary if they translate concepts into their own words. Strategy 2: Space out your study sessions When you’re cramming for a test, spacing out sessions where you’re reviewing foreign language vocabulary or memorizing flashcards can help your brain store memories more efficiently. 3 Spaced repetition works because new information initially goes to short-term memory and consolidating it into long-term memory takes time and happens during rest. Strategy 3: Engage your senses When you want to remember a moment, engaging your senses during learning contributes to forming vivid recollections of an experience. 4 To find them, you must use your memory to compete with all the other times you’ve put them down. Next time you set your keys aside, focus on the unique aspects of this particular moment, like the sights or smells. These sensory experiences will create a distinct memory to aid later recall. Strategy 4: Journey through the memory palace The memory palace is an ancient technique that, studies show, can enhance recall. It is effective especially in remembering grocery lists. 5 As you walk through it, create an association between the items to be bought and specific spots. Then imagine yourself “walking” your route — each spot reminds you of the item. A. They’re tricky in diverse aspects. B. You might as well train your senses. C. Take misplacing your keys for instance. D. This can be done through personal narratives. E. But they depend on what you want to remember. F. Start by picturing a familiar space like your home. G. You need to revisit information at increasing time gaps. Passage 3 （25-26高二上·广西自治区示范性高中·期中）How to handle criticism in a healthy way Criticism is a universal experience that can trigger (引发) feelings such as anger, shame, or fear. While criticism can be taken as hurtful, it can also be viewed in a positive way. 1 Keeping a healthy attitude will not only help you not get depressed by criticism, but it can also help you move forward in life. Here’s how you should seek to handle constructive criticism and how you can use it to your advantage. Stop your first reaction. Feeling “attacked” may trigger a fight-flight-or-freeze response. Take a breath and cool off to allow logic to step in. Having a stock comment in your pocket, such as, “That’s an interesting viewpoint,” can lessen the initial emotional impact. If you have received heavy criticism, then feel free to ask for more time to process it. 2 Embrace it as a learning opportunity. We all make mistakes. As we go through life, we have plenty of opportunities to learn and improve. However, accepting criticism positively does not mean shutting yourself off emotionally. 3 Accept the fact that the other person’s comments may have hurt you. Once you have acknowledged it, you can allow yourself to use their words toward the process of self-improvement. 4 If criticism is feedback, it’s important to understand what that feedback actually is. What is the true intention of the criticism? For instance, if your boss is giving you feed back on a mistake you made, he’s probably trying to convey how you can fix and avoid the mistake in the future. Try to understand what your critic is saying and seek clarification if you need to. Thank those offering the criticism. Sometimes they’re coming from a place of wanting to help you. That takes courage, and is a very generous thing. Even when they’re not trying to be helpful, they’ve taken the time to respond to you. 5 Causing a reaction means you’ve done something interesting — and for that, you should be thankful. A. Respond calmly. B. Practice active listening. C. It is quite normal to feel hurt. D. It can be an opportunity to improve. E. Getting a response is better than absolute silence. F. This is a good time to clarify any misunderstandings. G. This is better than responding in the heat of the moment. Passage 4 （25-26高二上·广西玉林市第一中学·期中）Tips for Upcoming Senior Two The upperclassmen often describe Senior Two in No.7 High as a year with “much more homework, more frequent exams and more fierce competitions”. 1 ●Manage your time carefully and make the most of it. Try to study not only hard but efficiently. Make a to-do-list for your time after school. Don’t just spend quite a long time on only one subject, especially a science subject. 2 Remember to take breaks when you feel exhausted. ●Treat competition in class in a right way. Competition cannot be avoided, but everyone wants to study and live in a friendly environment. Don’t treat your classmates as potential enemies. 3 By helping others solve problems, you inspire others, consolidate your own knowledge and gain lasting friendship. ● 4 Don’t let your former rankings limit you. What really matters is how you treat exams and rankings. Forget the class or grade rankings, but compete with yourself. In a while, you will see yourself climbing in scores and rankings. All in all, the coming new school year is sure to be full of challenges. Too much worry only adds to your difficulties in your development. 5 Wish you the best of luck in the new academic year in No.7 High! A. Treat yourself as the rival. B. Have a right attitude towards your rankings. C. However,rearrange your time table is of great importance. D. Instead,divide the hours into small periods for different subjects. E. So when they turn to you for help,just share your wisdom generously. F. If you keep my advice in mind,you will achieve a lot and lead a happy life. G. When you prepare for the upcoming challenges,some advice from me may be helpful. Passage 5 （25-26高二上·广西玉林八校联考·期中）Forest bathing has become a popular way for people to relax and improve their health. Its benefits for reducing stress and improving mood are well-known to many of us. 1 The truth is, to truly gain the benefits, you need to do more than just a simple walk and connect with nature in a special way. Here are some tips to help you practice forest bathing effectively. 2 The first step is to leave your daily distractions behind. For example, put your phone on silent mode or, even better, turn it off and put it away. The goal is to be fully present in the natural world. Find a quiet spot where you can stay for a while without being bothered by any modern devices. This allows your body and mind to fully integrate into the environment around you. Engage Your Senses Once you have found your quiet spot, it’s time to slowly engage all your senses. You can observe the different shapes of green in the leaves. You can listen carefully to the sounds of birds singing and the wind rustling the leaves. 3 You can even touch the bark of a tree or a smooth stone. This multisensory immersion is the core of the forest bathing experience. Walk Slowly and Mindfully This is not hiking with a destination in mind. It is about walking at a much slower pace than usual and paying attention to the sensation of your feet on the path. 4 The purpose is not to cover distance, but to deepen your connection with each moment and your surroundings. Breathe Deeply Taking deep, slow breaths can help your body and mind relax, especially when you inhale the fresh, clean air of the forest. Plants and trees give out natural oils called phytoncides (植物杀菌素) into the air. 5 . This is one of the scientific secrets behind the healing power of forest bathing. By following these simple steps, you can transform your next visit to a forest from a simple outing into a powerful and healthy practice for your body and mind. A. Record the beautiful moments. B. Disconnect from devices. C. Stop sometimes to observe details of the surroundings you will normally miss. D. It is vital to share your inner feelings with the friends who accompany you. E. However, many people misunderstand it as just a walk in the forests. F. Scientific studies show that breathing in these substances can strengthen our immune system. G. You can also smell the earthy fragrance of the soil and the unique scent of the plants after rain. Passage 6 （25-26高二上·广西壮族自治区兴业县高级中学·期中）Dogs have a different way of seeing the world compared to human beings. As a result of this they heavily rely on their body language to pass their different messages across to people. 1 Their Way of Barking Dogs bark for different reasons. If you notice them barking very often and loudly, they bark for an urgent reason probably. 2 It could also be a sign that they are in some kind of pain. When the barks are shorter and also softer, they probably just want to play around. Pay attention to the barks closely so that you understand exactly what is going on. Before You Leave 3 When you see your dog making sad faces while you are leaving, it might feel sad. Don’t worry too much because your little pet knows very well that you will definitely be back. On Your Feet Dogs like to lay on people’s feet during dinner time or when people are watching TV. 4 However, it’s just their way of showing you some loyalty (忠诚) and how close they want to get to you. This is a behavior that they obtained from their ancestors long ago. Resting on you You should feel honoured when a dog rests against you for support while it’s hanging around the place. 5 Don’t take it as being lazy. The next time your dog does this, just allow them to show their love in this way. A. This could get a bit annoying. B. To the dog, this is equal to a hug. C. It could mean that the dog is really tired. D. They are also very good at telling twins apart. E. Read on to find out what your dog tries to tell you. F. It’s normal for you to feel guilty about leaving your pet at home. G. Maybe they have sensed some danger around and are trying to inform you about it. Passage 7 （25-26高二上·广西南宁第二中学·期中）Harvest is truly one of the highlights of the season. This is when all of our efforts and attention get translated into a tangible finished product. As a grower, nothing makes me prouder than harvesting a successful crop. 1 To ensure quality is maintained all the way from field to fork, certain principles must be understood and followed through. First of all, it is important to harvest each crop at the right stage of growth. Vegetables harvested before they are fully mature will be much less flavorful. 2 For some crops, it is easy to tell when they are at their freshest, and many can be quite forgiving. But for other crops, harvesting at the appropriate moment will make an enormous difference. The timing of cantaloupe (甜瓜) picking, for example, will determine whether the fruit is sweet or disappointing, while it won’t make a difference if you wait a few days to harvest the apples. 3 To further complicate things, the right moment to harvest a given vegetable is not necessarily consistent with market demand. 4 Vegetables such as broccoli (西兰花) and cucumbers, to name just a few, can be harvested at the peak of their quality and stored in the cold room for a few days before being sold. 5 Some vegetables must be cooled to slow their process of ripening. Otherwise, their freshness and nutritional value will suffer. This is why it is so important to harvest as early as possible in the morning, before the heat of the day sets in, and to cool the vegetables immediately with cold water and/or air from the cold room. A. You just have to follow the habits of different crops. B. That being said, harvest requires some special know-how. C. Those harvested overripe will then have a shorter shelf life. D. This is one reason why a cold room is critical in a market garden. E. Although it varies from crop to crop, it’s always better later than earlier. F. Moreover, a well-functioning cool system is in badly need for keeping things fresh. G. The other important thing to remember is that vegetables go on “living” even after being picked. Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广西南宁第三中学）Imagine the great challenge in front of you as a big rock. If you choose to give up, you work around the stone just to go around it. 1 Below are some tips that can help you truly face the difficult choices in your life. 2 Great things never come easy. If you have big dreams, you’re going to do big work to achieve them. It’s okay to take time to figure out the best way to proceed, but it’s not okay to walk away only because they’re challenging. Remember that you are not alone. When we face difficult choices or events in our lives, we often forget that we are not the first, only or last to experience these. Everyone faces hard decisions. 3 In some cases, they may even be able to offer you advice you wouldn’t have thought of otherwise. Figure out what you lack. No matter what the challenge you’re facing, maybe there’s a reason. If it’s a job, why is it that you haven’t got hired? Go back through the job listings and skills required and find what you don’t have. 4 Choose to see challenges as lessons. 5 As the old saying goes, what doesn’t kill me makes me stronger. When you go through something challenging, you learn from it, regardless of the outcome. Recognize the opportunities for learning and personal development. Adjust your mindset, learn to deal with challenges and you’ll become a strong and successful person. A. Be patient with yourself. B. Remember that you have choices. C. We build character through hard times. D. Do something to push yourself closer to the “perfect candidate”. E. So don’t be afraid to reach out to your friends or family for ideas. F. No matter how great the challenge is, breaking it down is a must. G. However, the fastest way to get over it is to break it and go right through it. Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广西柳州市高级中学·期中）The future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now, and we will see it in our workplaces more and more each day. 1 We will need to embrace AI and learn how to work with it, not against it. And here are some benefits of embracing it in our workplace. 2 Companies will be able to find new consumers easier and with less money. You will have access to high quality and insightful data, and improved analytics tools to target your audience more effectively. In addition to this, AI helps to increase the security of a company’s network, applications, or website. The arrival of AI is a great way to stay ahead of your peers, and future-proof your career to better prepare for the technological changes and understand how you can make AI work for you and your role. Start by learning more about AI, how it impacts your role, and where there are gaps in your knowledge to ensure you’re prepared to adopt AI into your role. 3 AI has great potential to lighten the workload for educators. AI can actively contribute innovative and creative suggestions for classroom activities, enriching the learning experience. 4 This adaptability of AI not only enhances the efficiency of the teaching process but also adds a layer of personalization to the educational experience. Whether we like it or not, AI is here to stay, and it won’t be ignored. Even though AI can be a powerful tool to remove tasks from various roles, there are still many important tasks where the human element remains essential. 5 Instead, you could look at how it will change our world both inside and outside the workplace and how you can learn and benefit from it. A. Wait for AI to mature first. B. Don’t be afraid to embrace it. C. So teachers can adjust the teaching strategies to meet their objectives. D. With the adoption of AI, many businesses will become more efficient. E. AI will change the future of the workforce, and it won’t be holding back. F. Focusing on current work tasks is enough to prepare for AI-related changes. G. You can do this by reading recent job ads similar to your role and requirements. Passage 3 （25-26高二上·广西来宾市·期中）Perfectionism is often characterized by the persistent pursuit of excellence and the setting of exceptionally high standards. It is a positive quality, especially for many professions, say a pilot or a brain surgeon. 1 . Many medical and mental health challenges are rooted in perfectionism. Here are tips to ease up on yourself. See yourself beyond your achievements 2 . However, it’s natural to feel bad or disappointed when falling short of your goals. Our value is not defined only by our excellent performance. We are our relationships, our interests and our enjoyment of life. Make self-compassion (自我同情) easier Self-compassion is often described as talking to yourself like a good friend. Self-compassion can be one word or a phrase: “Easy”, “Gentle”, “You’re OK”. Self-compassion can be actions: three deep breaths, asking for help or taking a break. It can also be permission not to do all the things you expect of yourself. 3 . Tone down (使······柔和) your inner critic Those of us who aim high take our commitments and our responsibilities seriously. The same attitude can extend to our own thoughts. When we think “I’m not good enough”, or “I’m falling short”, we treat them as fact. But actually, they’re just thoughts. 4 . But that doesn’t mean we have to take every thought seriously and literally. 5 Self-improvement feels good, but resist the urge to turn your leisure time into another project. You don’t have to build a skill, learn something new, or do something good for you all the time. Improvement and personal development are important, but so are pleasure and enjoyment. A. Dare to be unproductive B. Allow yourself to reflect C. Some people naturally tend to be self-critical D. You don’t have to lower your standards or be less driven E. It can tip over into unhealthy behavior if left unchecked, though F. This could mean skipping the gym for sleep when you are worn out G. We’re proud of good grades, an excellent job review or hitting our workout goals / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $