高考英语阅读理解专题训练七选五

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高考英语阅读训练七选五(附解析)

高考英语阅读训练七选五(附解析)

七选五Covering more than 2,300 km, the Great Barrier Reef shelters over 1,000 different fish species. ________1________. Many people have dived and had a look at them, but few know them like Valerie Taylor.Valerie and her husband, Ron Taylor, were among the first to explore the Great Barrier Reef on film. _______2_______. In 1974, Hollywood came calling and the Taylors filmed live shark sequences (连续镜头) for Steven Spielberg’s thriller Jaws (电影《大白鲨》).Though the movie turned out to be a great success, it changed the public attitude towards sharks — they were terrified by them, and even hated them and began to hunt them. Shocked, the couple changed their lives forever and turned their attention to shark conservation. “We did every talk show we could and told the audience that Jaws was a fictional story — sharks don’t behave that way and are actually a mild animal, but people just didn’t buy it,” said Valerie Taylor.“________3________.”Valerie Taylor played an important role in getting sharks protected. In 2012, South Australia renamed the Neptune Islands Group Marine Park after the Taylors because of their work protecting the oceans. ________4________. Human activities are endangering a species that has lived in the oceans for more than 400 million years.________5________. “We’ve really made a bad impact, but it can be changed. Not everywhere but at least in some places. Sharks are part of the web of life, and so are the rest of the animals. If we fail to protect them, there is a big price for us to pay.”A.Taylors’ achievements were much more than thatB.However, despite her lifelong work, sharks are still at riskC.“We still have a long way to go,” now-83-year-old Valerie saysD.Dolphins, whales and sharks swim around this underwater worldE.It enjoyed beautiful undersea scenery totally beyond imaginationF.In 1967, the couple spent six months filming its underwater habitatsG.It was shocking that people knew so little about sharks but formed such a stubborn impression True beauty is not found in looks. ____6____ Changing the way you think about beauty will give you life-long confidence.Place your beauty in your identity but not your identity in your beauty. If you hold ontoyouthful beauty as a narrow definition of yourself, you won’t enjoy your looks as you age.____7____ Mirrors tell us only a part of what we show to the outer world. Go past your reflection and see the real self!The fountain of youth doesn’t exist. Despite many anti-aging products, there is no magic solution to stopping the effects of aging. You should stop devaluing (贬低) yourself just because you are getting older. Aim for a healthy life and keep yourself strong and fit. Eat healthy diet and be committed to a daily exercise routine. Lots of efforts are needed. ____8____Beauty relates to physical and psychological aspects. ____9____ However, Serena Williams never hides her unusual muscular physique. Instead, her showing her muscles enhances her appeal. Many fans think she is beautiful. This proves that looking beautiful and attractive goes beyond our looks.____10____ Beauty matters to all women, but to those who age beautifully, it matters neither too much nor too little. Do enjoy our lives to the fullest, True beauty is about accepting yourself. It is also about feeling good about yourself.A.Everyone does it.B.It comes from the inside.C.Go beyond your mirror image.D.You will feel better over a long term.E.It’s human nature to believe beauty is everything.F.People generally think beauty is only a skin-deep issue.G.Be less scared of aging and you will look more beautiful.Most people feel shy at one point or another. For some, however, shyness can be no disturbing that it prevents then from participating in social situations.Shy people do want to be close to others but fear being rejected or criticzed____11____ They often end up feeling lonely and isolated. which increases their risk for developing other problems like depression or anxiety.Research shows that shyness is maintained through a vicious cycle (恶性循环) in which people approach a social situation, feel the excessive fear of negative evaluation, and then avoid the situation.____12____However, it often leads to feelings of shame and self-blame eventually. Fortunately, we have ways to increase your own social fitness.Plan for it to go well. There is an enormous anxiety that others will evaluate you m a negative way, so a good deal of thought in social settings is spent on how not to do something wrong, instead of on how to do something right. ____13____Be curious about others.____14____Instead, focus on being curious about others. This help you to start conversations. Everyone’s got a story to tell Find out what it is, then sit back and listen. The way to be the most interesting person in the room is to find others interesting.Give yourself a role. Many of the socially shy people are highly successful professionals, including doctors, lawyers, etc They often comment on bow confident they feel at work, but they lose their self confidence in situations where their role isn’t defined by their job.____15____ A.This initially provides relief.B.Shy people are often highly critical of themselves.C.In a social setting. try taking your focus off yourself.D.As a result,they even avoid social events they want to attendE.Exposing yourself to your fear is the best way to overcome itF.So,more time should be spent on how to make the situation a successG.Having a role gives you a sense of purpose. and guidelines for your behaviour.Shyness is the cause of much unhappiness for a great many people. Shy people are anxious and self-conscious. ____16____ Worrisome thoughts are constantly occurring in their minds: What kind of impression am I making? Do they like me? Am I wearing attractive clothes?____17____ A person’s conception of himself is reflected in the way he behaves. And the way a person behaves affect other people’s reactions. In general, the way people think about themselves has a profound effect on all areas of their lives.Shy people having low self-esteem are likely to be easily influenced by others. They need the reassurance that they are doing “the right thing”. Shy people are very sensitive to criticism. They feel it confirms their feelings of inferiority. ____18____ For example, “You are just saying that to make feel good, I know it is not true.” It is clear that while self-awareness is a healthy quality, overdoing it is harmful.Can shyness be completely eliminated, or at least reduced? ____19____ Since shyness goes hand in hand with a lack of self-esteem, it is important for people to accept their weaknesses as well as their strengths.Each one of us is a unique, worthwhile individual, interested in our own personal ways. The better we understand ourselves, the easier it becomes to live up to our full potential. ____20____ A.Surprisingly, they are used to being praised as well.B.They also find it hard to be pleased by other people’s praise.C.Fortunately, it can be overcome with determined and patient efforts.D.Obviously, such uncomfortable feelings must negatively affect people.E.It has a lot to do with people’s courage when they face the problem.F.Let’s not allow shyness to blow our chances for a rich and fulfilling life.G.That is, they are quite concerned with their own appearance and actions.Building and supporting your learn has never been more important. A key part of a positive work environment is showing gratitude to team members.____21____Yet 81% of employees report higher motivation with a communicative manager. Tips below are strongly recommended by successful leaders.____22____45% of employees enjoy praise such as positive feedback and encouragement as their favorite way of receiving appreciation. You can send an uplifting message before a big presentation, or congratulate peers on a job well done. Your recognition can help shape a more supportive work environment.Make time for your team. Practice to giving your coworkers your undividedattention.____23____By spending quality time with coworkers, you help ease their anxiety and make them more productive. It also creates opportunities to show your recognition of their contributions.Practice acts of service. They show rather than tell coworkers that you sincerely care. Express your appreciation with more than a helping hand.____24____Bear it in mind to check in regularly to ask“how can I help you?” , and then use their input to inspire a new idea.Consider giving your team gifts. They can be as simple as a cup of coffee for the “idea of the week”. To ensure you are making everyone feel seen and included, give gifts to those who would value them.____25____A.Use words of approval often.B.Recognize your workers’ strengths.C.Work environments can be fast-paced and stressful.D.Be thoughtful with your sign of care to make it count.E.For example, volunteer to stay after hours to help with a project.F.Careful attention to work has become even more valuable in a real work environment. G.However, our survey shows most employers rarely express thanks to their employees.Grieve Her Mum Through CookingGrief and mourning can be expressed in many ways. ____26____. She found comfort through cooking her mother’s recipes in a planner and in turn, learned about her mother. Her attitude to life was mirrored in her cooking.Along with the love of food and family, her mother, and her grandmother before her, had passed down a carved wooden spoon. It was given from one to the next. ____27____. She inherited this spoon and the passion her mother had.After her mother’s death, Debbie also found the planner containing these detailed dinner party plans and recipes. Her mother was not gone. ____28____. And Debbie has learned a lot about her since she began cooking her food.____29____.In trying to make out her mother’s notes, Debbie has bonded again with her father in shared grief and understanding. Asking Dad who is who, what is what and learning and understanding, Debbie has been able to see a new side of her mother.Everything Debbie is cooking is inherited, as is the joy and sense of achievement she feels. When she began cooking with her mother as a kid, she was in charge of turning the toast, to stop it catching. Now she is holding the spoon, adding the spices and still looking up from the stove to her mum. ____30____.A.It was never easy to lose someone we loveB.She was guiding her through a lifetime of foodC.When it reached Debbie, it was worn and perfectD.She felt a sense of achievement in cooking her foodE.She is always going to be her mother’s kitchen followerF.Debbie found a new and unique way to mourn her mumG.However, she was left with some confusion at some recipesWant a relaxing but fun challenge at home? ____31____ Puzzles have been around for morethan 250 years and the challenge of working out where each piece goes and carefully recreating the scene on the box lid can keep you busy for hours, days or even weeks.Puzzles come in a huge range of sizes and difficulty levels. For beginners, a 100-piece puzzle is usually a good starting point.____32____ Try grouping pieces with the same colours or design because they will probably go in the same area once the puzzle takes shape.____33____ Those pieces are easier to find because they have a straight side. Stay patient as you search through and try to make it fit together. You may not find any connecting pieces for ages but then several may suddenly appear.For a real test, puzzles that have 1,000 pieces or more are a tough task and it’s best to complete them with friends or family if you can. Choosing a scene that interests you, such as a favourite film, sport or location, can help keep you interested and determined to work to the final piece. You can get fun educational puzzles, too. ____34____Some of the best places to pick up puzzles are charity shops. They’re often on sale forless than €5. Once you have completed a puzzle it’s nice to exchange it with a friend.____35____ You just upload an image, such as a family scene, and they will make a puzzle from it and post it to you. It makes lovely and unusual present.A.So others can have a go.B.You can’t beat a good puzzle.C.Some companies make personalised puzzles.D.However, a good start doesn’t always lead to a good result.E.Most people like to start by getting the four edges of a puzzle laid out.F.It can get you used to sorting out how the shapes, patterns and colours go together.G.For example, you may try a map of the world, historical timelines or the periodic table.Career coaches provide a series of services, from helping you figure out what you want to do to exploring chances for career growth. ____36____ To make it all worthwhile, some helpful tips are offered here to help you choose a right coach.Know what type of professional you need to hire. ____37____ In other words, they help you explore your future career possibilities and figure out what is stopping you from advancing in your development.____38____ Go into your coaching relationship with an idea of what you think you need from them, but be willing to think about their guidance on what other measures may make you more successful- for example, Business Value training to make sure you’ll be satisfied in a new job.Try sample lessons to find the right one. Most coaches offer free sample lessons, which help you get to know their styles clearly. You may need a coach with career experiences, or you may need one who offers life advice. If you aren’t sure what you want, ask questions. ____39____ Consider cost, and make contact. Coaching fees are not the same. Some coaches charge more for polishing resumes, while others include that in the overall price. ____40____ Once you’re clear about it, you can make your decision and communicate with the chosen coach.A.Make sure you have a well-designed resume.B.You need to understand what you’re receiving for the expense.C.Career coaches also provide services for your personal training.D.Thus, you can assess whether the coach understands your needs.E.Engaging with a career coach requires an investment of time and money.F.Know which services you need and be open to services you don't know you need. G.Career coaches can help you decide how to make full use of your professional potential.Understanding Your Feelings Helps You Name And Tame (驯服) Them We all experience various feelings all the time. Some of them feel great, some feel unpleasant, and it’s helpful to be able to recognize and understand how you’re feeling so you know how to deal with it.____41____ They can include anger, sadness, worry, loneliness and shame, as well as surprise, happiness, courage and hope, among many others.____42____ All feelings are there to be felt and some can be more uncomfortable than others. It’s OK and natural to experience different emotions – and that includes emotions that might not feel nice.To deal with your feelings you need to recognize what they are. ____43____ Are your fists clenched (攥紧)? Does it seem like there’s a knot in your stomach? Next, pay attention to what you’re thinking at this time. ____44____ Or are you thinking that you really don’t want to do something? Once you have identified how you’re feeling, you can label it by saying, for example, “I’m feeling angry” or “I’m feeling lonely” .You can understand a difficult feeling and help yourselfto handle it. ____45____ If you’re upset about a difficult feeling, like “I’m feeling angry”, you might count to ten to calm down. Perhaps you notice “I’m feeling nervous”, and you might talk to someone about it. The person you talk to may be able to give you reassurance, more information, a different point of view, or even help you take action to deal with the cause of your difficult feeling.A.Experts call this “name it to tame it” .B.How can you deal with different feelings?C.Perhaps you have the thought, “It’s not fair” .D.Feelings are how people experience emotions.E.First of all, notice what’s going on with your body.F.They are shown through various body movements, to begin with.G.Feelings are sometimes labelled as good or bad but that isn’t helpful.Technology is here to stay. ___46___. However, they are often unsure on how to help children use technology responsibly and keep a balance between online and offline time. Here are some tips.Have a device contractHaving a device usage contract allows parents and children to work through what responsible technology usage looks like in your family and ensure that everyone is aware. ___47___. Kids are more likely to make sense of the reasons you have for restriction.___48___Although this tip seems like common sense, it is often difficult due to the demand of work and the expectation of being constantly connected. By ensuring you build offline time into your own day and communicate that with your children, they will see the value and benefits. Whether you are reading a book or just taking a walk, letting your children be aware of your offline actions will encourage them to do the same!Encourage non-tech activitiesOne great way to keep kids off their screens is to ensure that they have other activities to fill their time. ___49___. These activities are also great ways to help children to develop their social skills and confidence.Tech-free family timeOnce a week, pencil-in a “tech-free family time” in your schedule. It can be a meal or trip. To help increase the success of outings, try designing special activities, i. e., going to the beach to build a sand castle that looks the same as a photo you have found online. ___50___A.Model good technology useB.Communicate with childrenC.A little extra planning goes a long wayD.The contract is helpful to the settlement of conflictsE.Parents are seeing more technology in their homes and jobsF.Also, drafting the contract together promotes understandingG.This can come in a variety of forms: soccer, fencing and more参考答案:1.D2.F3.G4.B5.C【解析】【导语】本文为一篇记叙文,介绍了Valerie Taylor与丈夫拍摄鲨鱼电影和保护鲨鱼的事迹。

2024年高考英语真题和模拟题分类汇编专题17阅读理解七选五含解析

2024年高考英语真题和模拟题分类汇编专题17阅读理解七选五含解析
A Less people than that
B. Hold a clothing swap
C. If two people are competing
D. Just keep music playing throughout
E. Donate whatever clotve to talk about themselves. If you can start the conversation with a question other than “What do you do for a living?”, you’ll be able to get a lot more interesting conversation out of whomever it is you’re talking to.___37___, it can bring in “I have this old, broken-down vehicle” or “I rode the bus with these crazy people who were laughing at silly jokes in the back.” It just opens up conversation.
18.依据下文“They should also prepare plenty of reusable bags to carry their “new” clothes home.”(他们还应当打算大量的可重复运用的袋子,把他们的“新”衣服带回家。)说明去的时候应当为交换所得的“新衣服”打算袋子。G项“Tell everyone to bring clean clothes in good condition.”(告知每个人带来品相完好的衣服。)说明去参与衣物交换的时候应当带完好的衣服,其中的bring和下文中carry相对,都是为交换衣物所做的打算。下文中的also也是提示词,并且其中They指代G项的everyone。所以G项符合语境。故选G项。

高三英语阅读训练七选五

高三英语阅读训练七选五

高三阅读训练七选五根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

选项中有两项为多余选项。

Time for a BrainstormA brainstorm is a session where a small group of people come together to solve a problem. People voice spontaneous ideas, sometimes just shouting, and a note-taker writes them all down. 46 By getting different ideas out there, ideas are said to bounce off each other and even can help solve the problem at hand. Brainstorming is often a group exercise but individuals can also conduct personal brainstorms.47 He defined it as using the brain to storm a creative problem and do so in commando (突击队) fashion, with each stormer attacking the same objective. According to him, it was easier to tone down a wild idea than think up a new one. He placed importance on the collection of as many ideas as possible and dismissed scientific thinking.Brainstorming has become one of the most popular ways to solve problems and hold discussion in schools and businesses. Many students brainstorm for a group assignment or even for a personal essay.Sarah Grace, 24, is an Australian marketing analyst and uses brainstorming during all her creative duties. She thinks brainstorming is the best way to work as a team.The sessions get everyone on the same page, everyone moving together and with a clear understanding about the foundations of an event or idea. 48However, a big problem with brainstorming is creating a mess that leads people further away from a solution.49 If you don't have a strong moderator or leader of the brainstorm, can go really off track, and people just start discussing something totally different.Brainstorming can sometimes confuse the human brain.50 If you brainstorm too much and your page is filled up with all the messy links, you can paint yourself into a bit of corner and get trapped with ideas. You need to move past brainstorming as soon as you have something workable.A.The ideas can be smart, strange or crazy.B.It is caused by a lack of direction from a leader.C.Brainstorming really helps her organize her thoughts.D.Brainstorming really is the best way to build team spirit.E.It can open too many doors and not suggest a clear direction.F.Brainstorms were popularized in the 1940s by American advertising boss Alex Osborn.G.They can be words, phrases, paragraphs and anything that can help answer the question.。

2024年高考英语阅读理解七选五10篇解析

2024年高考英语阅读理解七选五10篇解析

2024年高考英语阅读理解七选五10篇解析(1)When people first come across the Law of Attraction (吸引力法则), their hearts and minds often immediately think of one specific thing that they’d love to achieve in their lives. However, the next thought is often “But I can’t do that”. You may come up with all kinds of excuses. 1 Here are the reasons why you should believe you can use the Law of Attraction to obtain whatever you want.Small steps create big changes. One of the most common reasons for abandoning dreams is that they simply seem too huge to realize. Usually it’s manageable to think of following your dream as taking a series of significant but small steps. 2 Then look at each of them. Not so unrealistic now, is it?3 When people are interviewed on their deathbeds or write about their lives in autobiographies (自传), it is often observed that major regrets tend to relate to things that were not done. In older age, it’s likely that you will be uncomfortable with the idea that you didn’t even try to do the thing that you loved or attempt to obtain what you truly wanted.4 But you don’t ever need to feel this way! Make today the first day of your new journey towards avoiding regret.Steps towards your dream are never backwards steps. Another common worry is that if you follow your dreams, you’ll be “taking steps back”. 5 However, what looks like backward steps in your old life can more productively and accurately be seen as forwarding steps in the brand new life you’re creating.A.You can avoid regret.B.It is no use regretting it.C.Luckily, the truth is that it’s never too late to follow your dream.D.It often comes up when people are at the top of careers they hate.E.It is painful to feel like you haven’t ever found your true purpose.F.For example, challenge yourself to write down the path to success in ten stages.G.You have enough life experience and knowledge to pursue your dream.(2)Breaking the Habit of People-PleasingIf you feel like you may be a people-pleaser, you’re not alone. Most people have a growing desire for pleasing others. 6 It can also result in weak boundaries, problems with decision-making, and low self-worth. For that reason, it’s important to recognize and overcome your own people-pleasing behaviors. Here are simple exercises that you can start working on today.1. Practice being alone试卷第1页,共8页7 Trust that people will not abandon you, even if you don’t drop everything for them. Believe you are lovable for who you are, not what you do. Practice this by going to a movie or restaurant alone.2. Keep plans with yourself8 Otherwise, you are sending a message to your brain that a plan you make with yourself does not hold as much value as a plan you make with someone else. Don’t break any plans you make with yourself, whether it’s going to the gym or studying for an exam.3. Practice saying “no”If you’re a people-pleaser you may find it hard to say “no” because you feel it comes across as cruel or uncaring. 9 Be clear, be direct, and use “I” statements. Try statements like: “I would really love to be able to help you, but unfortunately, I’m already committed at that time.”By consistently integrating these strategies into your life, I’m confident you’ll break your people-pleasing habits. 10 This will yield an overall improvement in self-confidence and life satisfaction.A.So it is not necessary to say no.B.But it absolutely does not have to.C.Learn to love your own company.D.You’ll develop more healthy, interdependent relationships.E.You are not confident about the plans you make with yourself.F.Your own plans are as important as plans you make with others.G.People-pleasing behavior can lead to mental and physical problems.(3)How to Stay Active During the HolidaysBeing physically active on a consistent basis can be challenging, especially during holidays, as we travel to see relatives or host friends in our homes. 11 In this case, consider these tips for making physical activity regular in your lifestyle over the long term, through holidays and beyond.Find something you enjoy.This is the first rule of any sustainable exercise routine. If your workout feels like another task on your to-do list, it’ll be difficult to stick with. 12 Dance. Garden. Take a yoga class online. All of these count as physical activity, and even small amounts add up.13Exercise doesn’t have to take place in a gym. Taking three 10-minute walks during the day — one in the morning, another during your lunch and another after dinner — produces similar benefits to spending 30 minutes at the gym. In other words, taking short movement breaks throughout your day makes for a more active lifestyleand helps meet your goals.Be realistic.Most are overly optimistic when first mapping out a workout plan. 14 Besides, you don’t have to exercise before, during and after work every day in order to hit your goals. Instead, look at your current lifestyle and integrate more movement into your daily life.Make it a priority.Most of us are managing countless responsibilities every day, so it’s vital to consider physical activity an important part of your day. Put it on your schedule, just as you make an appointment with a doctor. And, let others know when you’ll be busy exercising and how they can help you find time to do so. 15A.Find breaks to move throughout the day.B.Make full use of weekday breaks to work out.C.It is necessary to avoid being injured in sports.D.Therefore, be creative in finding physical activities.E.Having the support from others is an essential element of success.F.Additionally, schedules are often interrupted by holiday gatherings.G.In fact, exercise isn’t necessarily at maximal intensity to be effective.(4)Many people who are learning English want to know how to improve their reading skills. 16 The effective way to improve your reading skills is to love reading and practice more.Reading is one of the most important language skills because we use it to expand our vocabulary and improve the way we speak, write and listen. 17 Seeing new ways to say things can help your understanding of English and improve not only your reading, but also your other language skills.18 If we do not understand something, we can go over it again and even look up the words we do not know the meanings of. This means that we have a much greater chance of understanding information that we read than information that we hear.So how do we practice reading so that our skill level improves? When we read a passage, we need to understand it. We must understand what the important words mean in each sentence. This does not mean that we need to know the meaning of every word. In many cases, we can find out what words mean from the words around them. 19 To do this, we must understand how words work together. In many cases, we must “see” part of the message that has not been written, or we must form an opinion ourselves.Reading is an essential part of your study of the English language. It can help you understand and learn more. It can also become a satisfying hobby. 20试卷第3页,共8页A.Unfortunately, there is no easy way to do this.B.Unlike listening, reading allows us to take our time.C.Among the four skills, listening is the most important one.D.It is hoped that you will love reading and improve your reading skills.E.When we read, we can see how things are said, from sentence structure to expression.F.If we do not, we will not be able to understand what the entire article or story is about.G.Once we understand what the words mean, we need to figure out what the message is.(5)Your neighbors are probably the first line of defense in case of any problematic situation. 21 It gives you an assurance that you have people close by looking out for you. Here are easily applicable tips on creating stronger neighbor relationships.The first step is introducing yourself when you move to a new neighborhood or when a newcomer moves in. Leave them a note under their door to introduce yourself. 22 It doesn’t have to cost you a fortune and opting for a potted plant or baked biscuits will do. These actions present excellent opportunities to connect with them.Be respectful of your neighbors. It’s in poor taste to have regular insensitive parties at your place causing disturbances. Before your party, it’s good practice to notify your neighbors. Besides, avoid chatting them up for hours on end, which may be inconvenient, especially if you don’t know their schedules. 23 When you borrow anything, return it in due time. If you accidentally break their things, replace them without being asked to.24 You could offer to babysit your neighbors’ kids, help with snow removals or even keep an eye on their home when they’re away. Such acts of reaching out to your neighbors make for stronger relationships.As Emma Seppälä put it, “social connectedness generates a positive feedback loop (圈) of social, emotional and physical well-being.” It feels so easy to just stay home without having to engage with your neighbors but connecting with them is worth the effort. 25A.Remember every small gesture counts.B.A crisis is a test of communication skills.C.It can actually boost your mood in the long run.D.Slipping it in their mailbox further solidifies friendship.E.It’s essential to ensure you maintain decent relationships with them.F.Alternatively, you can give them a gift while making yourself known to them.G.Only by establishing healthy boundaries will you achieve peaceful coexistence.(6)The rise of social media has revolutionized human connectivity, but its overuse can make people feel increasingly unhappy and isolated. 26One significant problem with frequent social media use is comparing ourselves to others. Many individuals experience “Facebook envy”. 27 Gradually, it may result in self-doubt. To boost self-confidence, it is essential to reduce time on others’profiles, and focus on self-reflection.Social media can also make it hard to form real friendships. Constant online interaction may make us feel lonely and left out when we see others having fun online. Stina Sanders, a former model, explained “When I see my friend’s photos of a party I didn’t go to, it can make me feel quite lonely and anxious”. 28 Quality sleep is essential for mental health, but excessive phone use before bedtime can severely disturb it. The anxiety and envy induced by social media content can keep our brains alert, making it challenging to fall asleep. 29 Avoiding the phone for at least 40 minutes to an hour before bed can improve sleep.“ 30 However, it can also change the way we recall our life. If we direct all of our attention trying to take the perfect photo, less will be available to enjoy other aspects of the experience in real time,” said Dr. Bono. To decrease these effects, practicing self-discipline and limiting phone use can help us to stay focused and clear-minded.If you feel like social media is beginning to affect you, why not consider allocating less social media time? The slight change can do you a lot of good.A.Regular use of Facebook can keep good relationships.B.Social media offers a convenient way to record memories.C.This can lead to feelings of dissatisfaction with themselves.D.Plus, the blue light that is given off by screens affects our sleep.E.Therefore, it’s important to develop genuine offline relationships.F.Social media can lead to serious physical and mental health issues.G.The reliance on it can negatively impact people’s mental health in the long run.(7)For most people traveling abroad, their first choice is probably to rush directly to tourist sights. For me.I find lots of joy in grocery shopping on holiday.As a vegetarian, finding restaurants that meet my needs is not always easy abroad. 31 The first thing I do, after dropping my bags off, is to go to a grocery store. That enables me to cook breakfast in the morning without walking around for hours trying to find “vegan breakfast” near me.The variety of foods attracts me every time I travel somewhere new. In Malta, I found the most delicious chocolate-filled cakes, the ones I would struggle to find even in the UK. 32 I was so delighted that I试卷第5页,共8页could enjoy such an unexpected treat. Another surprise was their selection of ice cream available even in the smallest grocery stores.33 Looking for smoked tofu and corn pancakes turns into quite a mission whenever I visit Cluj-Napoca in Romania. There is usually only one variety of smoked tofu, sold in a very small tub (食品盒) and only in the cafeteria section. 34 That is because they are never available at the smaller ones.Grocery shopping on holiday sounds unusual. But it means being involved in the day-to-day lives of a country’s citizens. I can pretend I am a local and put myself in their shoes. I can watch kids begging their parents for sweets, an international experience that needs no language, or watch couples pick up snacks and drinks for a party on a Friday night. 35A.I ended up eating these every day for breakfast.B.The challenge of finding food is interesting. too.C.The smoked product is unique and specially packed.D.So I always make sure to book a place with a kitchen.E.It’s an act of understanding people as much as of buying food.F.Corn pancakes always require a trip to the bigger grocery store.G.By wandering around in a new country, I start to see what they value.(8)Traveling allows you the opportunity to explore new places and unplug from daily routines and distractions. But let’s face it: Sometimes you want and need to stay connected when traveling abroad. Beyond scrolling through news and keeping up on social media, having a cellphone can be an essential tool to connect with other travelers and find cheap accommodation. 36 Here are tips to avoid the high international roaming (漫游) charges.Buy a local SIM Card. One of the most affordable ways to stay connected while traveling is to bring your phone and buy a prepaid SIM card at your destination. Before you travel, check with your provider to make sure your phone will work abroad. Swapping out the SIM card will give you a new international number. Make sure you keep your original SIM card in a safe place. 37Use Wi-Fi Only. If you check email or social media infrequently and don’t feel the need to constantly upload travel photos. waiting until you can connect to free wireless networks can save you a lot. 38 While you’re at it, switch off any apps that grab data. Look for restaurants, cafes or public spaces that offer free access to Wi-Fi.39 To save time and money, load up your phone in advance with travel and other apps, music, books, maps, travel guides and anything else you may need. Free Wi-Fi can be slow in many public areas. And you don’twant to get stuck waiting for a map or guide to load when you need it.Disconnect. While you can find plenty of uses for your phone while traveling, there are also good reasons to disconnect. Be engaged as you explore new places. 40 Technology is so ubiquitous (无所不在的) in work and personal lives that it can be hard to focus on a new culture if all you’re doing is staring down at your phone.A.Download Before You Go.B.Know your limits and try to overcome them.C.Make sure you put your phone in airplane mode.D.That card is associated with your new phone number.E.Sometimes you fail to wander in a totally new environment.F.Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds and enjoy the moment.G.Your phone is also a key connection to friends and family back home.(9)The smell of sweat, the noise of crashing weights and the muscular people in tank tops make the gym’s strength class or weight room seem forbidding, whether you’re a seasoned lifter or a complete beginner.41 Most benefits of strength training go beyond appearances. It subjects our bones to more pressure than our daily routines and increases muscle mass and bone density. Now that you know resistance training is important, here’s how to get started.Set a goal that is attainable and improves your daily life. 42 That might mean pressing weight overhead to ensure you can put your luggage in the airplane’s overhead bin or doing weighted squats (深蹲) for hiking preparation.The ideal way is to work one-on-one with an experienced certified trainer. 43 Look for one who not only guides you through workouts but also understands your unique journey and helps you reach your full potential.Private training with friends or joining in small group classes is also a cost-effective way to get individual attention. While you might tend to position yourself in the back corner of the room, I suggest heading to the front where a coach can monitor your form and offer feedback.44 If you favor strength-training apps, opt for one with video demonstrations. If none of these are appealing, start at home with basic-level bodyweight exercises like squats. 45 Grab a gallon water jug, hug it to your chest and dive into a squat. This not only adds resistance but challenges your core muscles to sustain stability.A.It’s like having a fitness associate.试卷第7页,共8页B.It’s worth pushing past that fear though.C.Take my word for it, no one else is looking at you.D.As you gain more confidence and strength, raise the bar.E.You’ll begin to see an impact far beyond your jeans fitting better.F.Think about which aspect of your life could be noticeably improved.G.Take videos of yourself performing those movements and watch them between sets.(10)A workable and pretty easy solution to improving your listening skills is that you begin to realize how much of your ability to be an effective listener is really about you, not the other person and how fascinating or boring they are. 46We tend to assume that listening is little more than showing up and paying attention to the other person.47 It’s worth noticing how we instinctively (本能地) listen in conversation and whether or not that given listening mode is really what’s called for.You need to identify your personal “hot spots”. 48 Whether it’s talking about climate change or Father’s Day, when you are not interested at all, you realize it is hard to concentrate. That kind of self-knowledge comes by having a scientific approach and observing yourself in action.49 For example, your surrounding environment, the topic at hand, or even particular company may affect your ability to listen. When you do this, you can more easily see what gets in the way of your ability to listen and understand. Thus that makes many of our work-related conversations much easier.In a performance review or heated debate, you can remind yourself if you’re having an emotional response to feedback and are having trouble hearing the other person out. Observing and learning from your behavior, and noticing how you are affected by your surroundings help you uncover your unique needs for doing your best listening. 50A.Considering external factors is also important.B.Besides, get curious about your conversation style.C.In fact, if they’re boring, in some ways that is on you.D.But it’s also deeply tied to paying attention to ourselves.E.Effective listening is about creating the space for others to express themselves.F.The topics are what uniquely set you off and emotionally inspire you in some ways.G.Those are going to help everything from meetings to client presentations run smoothly.参考答案:1.C 2.F 3.A 4.E 5.D【导语】这是一篇说明文。

高考英语阅读七选五专练含答案

高考英语阅读七选五专练含答案

高考英语阅读七选五专练含答案People need a place to call home。

whether it's their childhood home。

a school dormitory。

a newly-built house。

or even a XXX。

not everyone has a permanent home。

and travelers especially may struggle to find a sense of belonging。

But do they not deserve a home too。

Of course they do.For some frequent travelers。

they bring personal belongings such as bed sheets。

pillowcases。

and family photos to create a XXX where they are。

Others may stay in the same hotel for extended ds of time。

ing familiar with the staff and services。

Some may even add a touch of home by placing XXX。

There are many ways to make a temporary space feel like home.B。

People find ways to keep in touch while traveling。

Some may send letters。

postcards。

or photos。

while others may simply make a phone call to let their friends know they are safe and well。

英语高考试卷七选五答案

英语高考试卷七选五答案

This passage is about the importance of reading books. The author argues that reading books can help people gain knowledge, improve their vocabulary, and develop critical thinking skills. The question asks for the sentence that best supports the main idea of the passage. Option A, "Reading books is essential for personal development," directly echoes the main idea that the author is emphasizing throughout the passage.8. CThe passage discusses the benefits of reading books, including expanding one's knowledge, improving language skills, and enhancing problem-solving abilities. The question asks for the sentence that contradicts the author's point of view. Option C, "Books are outdated and unnecessary in today's digital age," goes against the author's belief that books are still valuable despite the advancements in technology.9. BThis passage is about the impact of social media on young people. The author explains that while social media can connect people and provide information, it also has negative effects such as cyberbullying and addiction. The question asks for the sentence that provides evidence to support the author's argument. Option B, "Many young people spend more time on social media than they do reading books or engaging in physical activities," demonstrates the negative impact of social media on young people's lifestyle.10. DThe passage is about the importance of sleep for students. The author discusses how lack of sleep can affect academic performance, mood, and overall health. The question asks for the sentence that best summarizes the author's main argument. Option D, "Students need to prioritize sleep to maintain their physical and mental well-being," encapsulates the author's key message that sleep is crucial for students' success.Section CThe sentence "The boy, with his bright smile and sparkling eyes, reminded me of my own childhood" is an example of personification. Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to non-human entities. In this case, the boy's bright smile and sparkling eyes are described as if they were human qualities, making the sentence more vivid and engaging.12. BThe sentence "The river, flowing gently through the valley, seemed to be whispering secrets to the trees" is an example of personification.Similar to the previous question, the river is described as if it were a human being, capable of whispering secrets. This adds a sense of magic and wonder to the scene.13. CThe sentence "The wind, howling through the barren trees, seemed to be wailing for the lost souls of the past" is an example of personification. The wind is personified as a being that can howl and wail, adding a dramatic and emotional element to the description.14. DThe sentence "The sun, rising in the east, painted the sky with strokes of gold and pink" is an example of metaphor. A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two things without using "like" or "as." The sun is compared to an artist painting the sky, emphasizing thebeauty of the sunrise.15. AThe sentence "The old man, with his weathered face and twinkling eyes, had seen many seasons come and go" is an example of personification. The old man's weathered face and twinkling eyes are described as if they were human qualities, adding depth to his character and making the sentence more memorable.The sentence "The mountains, towering majestically in the distance, seemed to guard the secrets of the ancient world" is an example of personification. The mountains are described as if they were living beings capable of guarding secrets, which creates a sense of mystery and grandeur.17. CThe sentence "The flowers, blooming in vibrant colors, seemed to be celebrating the arrival of spring" is an example of personification. The flowers are described as if they were sentient beings that could celebrate, which adds a joyful and lively atmosphere to the scene.18. DThe sentence "The stars, twinkling like diamonds in the night sky, guided the weary traveler to safety" is an example of personification. The stars are compared to diamonds and are described as guiding the traveler, which adds a magical and comforting element to the sentence.In conclusion, the answers to the seven-selection questions in this section focus on understanding the main ideas, finding contradictions, identifying figures of speech, and recognizing the impact of different elements in a text. These skills are essential for critical reading and analysis, which are vital for success in English language exams.。

高中英语高考复习阅读七选五专项练习(共五组,附参考答案)

高中英语高考复习阅读七选五专项练习(共五组,附参考答案)

高考英语阅读七选五练习班级考号姓名总分(一)How to Win Votes in a School ElectionIn many ways, school elections are just like elections anywhere else.__1__ You will also need to work hard to make sure people know who you are and why they should vote for you.●Decide what position to run for.__2__ Make sure you know what the position does, and what you will be able to do once you get there.There are limits to what you can do while in office, so knowing your responsibilities can keep you from making foolish campaign promises that you can't keep.●__3__ Talk to your friends about running, make sure they think it is a good idea, and ask for their help in running.You won't be able to do this alone.It looks good if the people who know you best will vote for you.Your network can also help with more practical activities, such as designing and making posters and encouraging their classmates to vote for you.●Advertise yourself.You and your campaign team should make posters, T­shirts, and other items that will let other students learn your name even if you don't get to talk to them.__4__●Encourage people to vote.Sometimes the hardest thing is actually getting people to participate in the election.__5__ Get people familiar with you so that they trust you enough to give you their vote.A.Create a network.B.Argue with people.C.Therefore, they will eventually vote for someone else.D.Speak to as many people as you can throughout the school.E.Student organizations have many offices with different responsibilities.F.To win over voters, you need to reach out to as many voters as possible.G.The most important is to include your name and the position on everything you make.[语篇解读]体裁:说明文题材:学校生活主题:如何在校园选举中赢得选票内容:介绍了如何在校园选举中赢得更多选票。

高考英语阅读七选五题型专项练习10篇(附答案)

高考英语阅读七选五题型专项练习10篇(附答案)

Several times each year the Queen gives afternoon tea parties at which guests are served tiny cakes filled with cream from her own cows. Cakes and sandwiches are brought in by footmen, yet you never see the Queen touch a thing. She simply sits beside a big silver plate, pouring cups of tea for everyone and carefully avoiding the cakes.At cocktail parties the Queen moves from group to group, chatting informally, and manages to make one glass of diet(节食)drink to last an entire evening.Tours abroad are difficult because hosts(主人)seem to believe the warmth of their welcome must be shown with wonderful state banquets(宴会). But the Queen has perfected the art of appearing to enjoy her meal without actually eating much.During one visit to the Pacific islands of Tonga, a specially-prepared dinner was arranged in a hut made of wood and bamboo leaves. Deep holes were dug in the ground, filled with hot stones and baby pigs, and the pigs were slowly baked over several days. The Queen looked uneasily at her plate when she discovered a whole roast pig was her serving.Then she became uneasy when a turkey, some meat, bananas and an apple were also carried in for each guest. So she depended on her old favorite trick of talking with her host. , King Tupou IV, carrying on a warm conversation. At the same time she pushed her food around her plate and only ate a piece of turkey and some fruit.Reporters traveling with her have noted that the Queen will sometimes seem so carried away by a foreign leader’s political chat that she simply never has time to finish a meal before it is time to get up and make her speech. She will lift her fork to swallow a mouthful, then put it down again to make another point, leaving almost all of her meal untouched.1. The main idea of the passage is about ____.A. the Queen’s favorite foodB. the Queen’s tours abroadC. how the Queen keeps her diet during her toursD. the Queen’s trouble with a foreign leader2. The Queen talked with her host and carried on conversation with him. The purpose of doing this is ____.A. to show her politenessB. not to eat muchC. to show her great interest in foodD. to hide her dislike to the food3. We can infer from the passage that tours are difficult for the Queen, because ____.A. she has to meet with so many important leadersB. she has to eat much oily foodC. she has so many reporters to travel with herD. hosts always present wonderful state banquets4. What probably is the Queen’s art of acting at state dinnersA. Appearing to enjoy her meal without actually eating much.B. Drinking Malvern water.C. Eating a piece of turkey and some fruit.D. Eating much without being noticed.【答案与解析】1. C解析:文章谈到了食品以及女王的“tours”,但主旨是女王如何“keep her diet”。

专题05 阅读理解七选五(说明文)-2023年高考英语真题题源解密(解析版)

专题05 阅读理解七选五(说明文)-2023年高考英语真题题源解密(解析版)
heroes of the home. 16 , but studies have shown that they can promote people's wellbeing by improving
their mood(心情),reducing stress and helping their memory. What's more, indoor plants are easy to look after and
A. All plants are different B. Not only do they look beautiful
C. There are many benefits to growing plants indoors D. Instead, they grow better inside, where it is warmer
专题 05 阅读理解七选五(说明文)

2023年真题展现

(2023.全国乙卷阅读理解七选五)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Indoor plants might look as if they just sit around not doing much, but in many ways they are the unsung
E. Plants like peace lilies and devil's tongue are among the best
F. Changing the pot of your plant from time to time will also help
G. Learning about the requirements of each plant can be very rewarding 【答案】16.B 17.D 18.C19.E 20.G

高考英语阅读七选五逻辑关系判断单选题30题

高考英语阅读七选五逻辑关系判断单选题30题

高考英语阅读七选五逻辑关系判断单选题30题11.Mary is not only beautiful but also intelligent. _____, she is kind-hearted.A.MoreoverB.HoweverC.OtherwiseD.Instead答案:A。

本题考查递进关系的逻辑词。

Moreover 表示“此外、而且”,有进一步说明的意思,符合递进关系。

However 表示转折;Otherwise 表示“否则”;Instead 表示“代替”,这三个选项都不符合递进关系。

12.Tom is good at math. _____, he often helps his classmates with their math problems.A.FurthermoreB.AlthoughC.BecauseD.But答案:A。

Furthermore 表示“此外、而且”,体现了递进关系。

Although 表示让步;Because 表示原因;But 表示转折,这三个选项不符合递进关系。

13.She has a talent for music. _____, she practices hard every day.A.AlsoB.NeverthelessC.ThereforeD.Yet答案:A。

Also 有“也、并且”的意思,可体现递进。

Nevertheless 表示转折;Therefore 表示结果;Yet 用于否定句或疑问句中表示转折,这三个选项不符合递进关系。

14.The book is interesting. _____, it provides valuable insights.A.BesidesB.ButC.OrD.So答案:A。

Besides 表示“此外、而且”,有递进之意。

But 表示转折;Or 表示选择;So 表示结果,这三个选项不符合递进关系。

15.He is an excellent athlete. _____, he has a strong will.A.MoreoverB.HoweverC.Even thoughD.As a result答案:A。

高中英语七选五阅读单选题40题

高中英语七选五阅读单选题40题

高中英语七选五阅读单选题40题1. In high school life, there are many activities to choose from. You can join the art club, music club or sports club. ___.A. It's a great way to make friends.B. You can learn a lot of skills.C. These clubs can help you develop your interests.D. You can also take part in various competitions.Answer: C. “You can join the art club, music club or sports club.”后面接着说这些俱乐部可以帮助你发展兴趣,C 选项符合逻辑。

2. The school library is a wonderful place. You can find many books and study there. ___.A. It's quiet and comfortable.B. You can borrow books for free.C. There are also computers available for research.D. You can meet your friends and study together.Answer: A. 提到学校图书馆是个好地方,接着说它安静舒适符合逻辑。

3. School cafeteria offers a variety of foods. ___.A. You can choose your favorite dishes.B. It's a place to relax and chat with friends.C. The food is delicious and nutritious.D. You can also buy snacks and drinks.Answer: A. 提到学校食堂有很多食物,接着说可以选择喜欢的菜符合逻辑。

高考英语试题精选-阅读理解专题七选五(含答案)

高考英语试题精选-阅读理解专题七选五(含答案)

高考英语试题精选-阅读理解专题七选五(2013-2022)高考英语真题分项汇编(全国)2022年(全国甲卷)Important Things to Know When Dining OutCultural dining etiquette(礼节)might surprise you with some of its important rules.___36___. Knowing some tips will help ensure that you have an enjoyable meal with friends or family—no matter where you are in the world.Chopstick RulesThe way you handle chopsticks is important to avoid annoying your companions.When you put them down between bites,always put them down together so they are parallel with the edge of the table in front of you.___37___.Hands or Utensils(餐具)In India and the Middle East,it’s considered very rude to eat with your left hand.People in France expect you to eat with a utensil in each hand.___38___,instead preferring to use their hands. In Chile,you may never touch any food with your fingers.People in Thailand generally use their forks only to push food onto their spoons.Making Requests___39___.In Portugal,this would be a serious mistake,because it shows the chef that you don’t like their seasoning skills.Similarly,in Italy,never ask for extra cheese to add to your food.Some of these cultural dining etiquette rules may seem random and strange,but they are important in various countries.___40___,the more comfortable you’ll begin to feel with its foreign cultural practices.A.The more friends you make in your lifetimeB.The more time you spend in any given countryC.Mexicans consider it inappropriate to eat with utensilsD.Don’t get caught making an embarrassing mistake at a restaurantE.It’s a good sign for the chef if you make a mess around your plateF.Never stick them upright in your food or cross them as you use themG.It may seem like a simple request to ask for salt and pepper at a meal2022年(全国乙卷)Friendship needs care and attention to keep it in good health.Here are five ways to sustain(保持)long-distance friendships.·Set a regular dateLong-lasting friendships share the characteristic that both sides equally contact(联系)and share with one another.With busy schedules,squeezing in phone calls can be a challenge.___36___.·More isn’t always merrierMake sure you have communicated with your friend about how frequently each of you wants to be contacted and what method works best for you both.___37___.There are alternatives to constant written communication,such as leaving voice messages or having a group chat.·Practise empathy(共情)___38___.The friend who is remaining needs to be sensitive to all the additional time demands placed on the friend who has moved.The one in the new environment should be sympathetic to the fact that your friend may feel abandoned.·___39___Anniversaries and birthdays carry even more weight in long-distance friendships.Although technology might make day-to-day communication possible,extra effort goes a long way on special days.Simply keeping a diary that keeps track of friends’birthdays and other important dates will make sure nothing slips by you.·Don’t rely on technology alone___40___,but long-distance friendships—even close ones—may require more conscious effort to sustain.Try to seek out chances to renew friendships.How to do it?Just spend face-to-face time together whenever possible.A.Remember important datespensate by writing lettersC.It is also helpful for you to be a friendship keeperD.Try to find a time that works for both of you and stick to itE.Friends need to talk about their preferred methods of communicationF.It is easy to have a sense of connectedness through social mediaG.You may be the friend who left or the one who was left behind2022年(新高考I卷)Fitness Magazine recently ran an article titled“Five Reasons to Thank Your Workout Partner.”One reason was:“You’ll actually show up if you know someone is waiting for you at the gym,”while another read:“___36___”With a workout partner,you will increase your training effort as there is a subtle(微妙)competition.So,how do you find a workout partner?First of all,decide what you want from that person.___37___Or do you just want to be physically fit,able to move with strength and flexibility?Think about the exercises you would like to do with your workout partner.You might think about posting what you are looking for on social media,but it probably won’t result in a useful response.___38___If you plan on working out in a gym,that person must belong to the same gym.My partner posted her request on the notice board of a local park.Her notice included what kind of training she wanted to do,how many days a week and how many hours she wanted to spend on each session,and her age.It also listed her favorite sports and activities,and provided her phone number.___39___You and your partner will probably have different skills.___40___Over time,both of you will benefit—your partner will be able to lift more weights and you will become more physically fit.The core(核心)of your relationship is that you will always be there to help each other.A.Your first meeting may be a little awkward.B.A workout partner usually needs to live close by.C.You’ll work harder if you train with someone else.D.Do you want to be a better athlete in your favorite sport?E.How can you write a good“seeking training partner”notice?F.Just accept your differences and learn to work with each other.G.Any notice for a training partner should include such information.2021年(新高考1卷)My husband and I just spent a week in Paris.36So the first thing we did was rent a fantastically expensive sixth-floor apartment the size of a cupboard.It was so tiny that we had to leave our suitcases in the hallway.The place wasn’t entirely authentic,though.Unlike a normal Parisian apartment,the plumbing (水管)worked.37Our building even had a tiny lift with a female voice that said,“Ouverture des portes,”in perfect French.That is the only French phrase I mastered,and it’s a shame I don’t have much use for it.Parisians are different from you and me.They never look lazy or untidy.As someone noted in this paper a couple of weeks ago,they eat great food and never gain weight.38French strawberries do not taste like cardboard.Instead,they explode in your mouth like little flavor bombs.39On our first morning in Paris,I went around the corner to the food market to pick up some groceries.I bought a handful of perfectly ripe small strawberries and a little sweet melon.My husband and I agreed they were the best fruit we had ever eaten.But they cost$18!In France,quality of life is much more important than efficiency(效率).You can tell this by cafés life.French cafés are always crowded.40When do these people work?The French take their35-hour workweek seriously—so seriously that some labor unions recently struck a deal with a group of companies limiting the number of hours that independent contractors can be on call.A.Not all the customers are tourists.B.The quality of life in France is equally excellent.C.There was a nice kitchen and a comfortable bed.D.The amazing food is mainly consumed by local farmers.E.That’s not the only reason the French eat less than we do.F.Our aim was to see if we could live,in some way,like real Parisians.G.The food is so delicious that you don’t need much of it to make you happy.2021(全国乙卷)According to Jessica Hagy,author of How to Be Interesting,it’s not difficult to make yourself interesting at a dinner party.(56),if you’re out of your comfort zone or if you’re wandering into somebody’s house for the first time.So the main thing is just to show up and be adventurous,trying different foods and talking to strangers.People love to talk about themselves.If you can start the conversation with a question other than“What do you do for a living?”,you’ll be able to get a lot more interesting conversation out of whomever it is you’re talking to.(57),it can bring in“I have this old,broken-down vehicle”or“I rode the bus with these crazy people who were laughing at silly jokes in the back.”It just opens up conversation.(58)If you can’t take their wine away,you should certainly try to take away their soapbox(讲台).If you’re the host,you can ask them to help you in the kitchen with something and just remove them from the situation(59).And what about that other dinner-party killer:awkward silence?If you’re faced with an awkward silence at a dinner party,the only thing that always gets everyone talking again is to give the host a compliment(赞扬).(60)Just quickly turn around and say,“This cake is extremely delicious and you have to tell me all about it.”So being interesting at a dinner party isn’t that hard.A.How do you know the hostB.The first step is to go exploringC.If you ask the question“How did you get here?”D.Be prepared to have awkward conversations with strangersE.Or turn the conversation into a topic where they have little to sayF.What about that person who had too much to drink or won’t stop talkingHe or she is the person who is feeling the weight of that awkwardness the most2020年(新高考全国I卷)Some individuals are born with a gift for public speaking.16 Do you want to be a good public speaker?Here are some principles you must master.People want to listen to someone who is interesting,relaxed and comfortable.Too often, when you stand up to give a speech,you focus on the“public”at the expense of the“speaking.”17Focus on the speaking.Talk directly to your audience,be yourself and make a connection.Even the most successful public speaker will make mistakes.Yet,the only one who cares about any mistake is the one who is speaking.People’s attention wanders constantly.In fact,most people only absorb about20percent of a speaker’s message.So,don’t stop speaking when you make a mistake unless it’s a truly serious one.18Your goal is not to be a perfect public speaker.19And like everything else in life,that takes practice.Remember,even world champion athletes practice their skills on a consistent basis.20It’s rare to hear someone say,“I wish that speaker had spoken longer.”On the other hand,you probably can’t count the times that you’ve thought,“I’m glad that talk is over.It seemed to go on forever!”So surprise your audience.Always make your presentation just a bit shorter than anticipated.It’s better to leave your listeners wishing for more than shifting restlessly in their seats waiting for your speech finally to end.A.Do the opposite.B.You want to be an effective public speaker.C.You don’t need to apologize for a minor slip.D.When it comes to public speaking,less is usually more.E.The objective of most speeches is to benefit the audience.F.Take the fear out of public speaking by focusing on your listeners.G However,the majority of people are effective speakers because they train to be.2020年(全国卷II)Emoji(表情符号)and Workplace CommunicationIn Asia,messaging platforms are growing rapidly,with users in the hundreds of millions,both at work and play.___36___.It’s been reported that76percent of employees in some western countries are using emojis at work.Written communications can often read as cold and ing emojis can add humor and feeling,keeping intention clear.___37___,encouraging better and more frequent communication.In any given office,employees can range from age22to70and beyond,and finding common ground in communication style can be a challenge.___38___.While the younger generations prefer to communicate visually,for those used to working with traditional tools like email,it may feel like a learning curve(曲线).The good news is that it’s simple to learn and can be worth the effort.There is also the matter of tone(语气).Who hasn’t received an email so annoying that it ruined an entire day?___39___.Emoji can help communication feel friendlier,and even a serious note can be softened with an encouraging smile.___40___,and emoji can contribute directly to that positive outcome.And when your employees begin adding smiling emojis to their business communication,you’ll know you have succeeded in improving your work culture.A.Message with emojis feel more conversationalB.Even a formal email can seem cold and unfriendlyC.Sending smiling faces to colleagues may seem strangeD.The popularity of these platforms is spreading globallyE.Giving employees the tools enables them to communicate honestlyF.Studies show that friendlier communication leads to a happier workplaceG.An easy way to bring all work generations together is with a chat platform2019年(全国卷I)Is Fresh Air Really Good for You?We all grew up hearing people tell us to“go out and get some fresh air.”36According to recent studies,the answer is a big YES,if the air quality in your camping area is good.37If the air you’re breathing is clean-which it would be if you’re away from the smog of cities-then the air is filled with life-giving,energizing oxygen.If you exercise out of doors,your body will learn to breathe more deeply,allowing even more oxygen to get to your muscles(肌肉)and your brain.Recently,people have begun studying the connection between the natural world and healing (治愈).38In these places patients can go to be near nature during their recovery.It turns out that just looking at green,growing things can reduce stress,lower blood pressure,and put people into a better mood(情绪).Greenery is good for us.Hospital patients who see tree branches out their window are likely to recover at a faster rate than patients who see buildings or sky instead.39It gives us a great feeling of peace.40While the sun's rays can age and harm our skin,they also give is beneficial Vitamin D. To make sure you get enough Vitamin D—but still protect your skin—put on sunscreen right as you head outside.It takes sunscreen about fifteen minutes to start working,and that's plenty of time for your skin to absorb a day's worth of Vitamin D.A.Fresh air cleans our lungs.B.So what are you waiting for?C.Being in nature refreshes us.D.Another side benefit of getting fresh air is sunlight.E.But is fresh air really as good for you as your mother always said?F.Just as importantly,we tend to associate air with health care.G.All across the country,recovery centers have begun building Healing Gardens.2019年6月(浙江卷)Rock music consists of many different styles.Even though there is a common spirit among all music groups,they make very different music.___31___At that time the Beatles entered the world of music from Liverpool.After they were given an invitation to appear live on BBC,the Beatles quickly became famous in Britain with nationwide tours.By mid-1963,the Beatles had been extremely popular in England. ___32___They held large concerts and performed at clubs.They became the hottest thing on the pop music scene in England.They began as a modestly successful musician group and ended the year as show business legends(传说).John Lennon and Paul McCartney were named composers of the year.___33___They were not sure how the Americans would react to the new type of music. Beatlemania hit New York on February7,1964.Hundreds of fans jammed the airport to greet them. ___34___The concert was broadcast live and attracted the largest one night audience in the history of television up to that time.The Beatles were described as a British invasion(入侵)by local and nationwide newspapers at that time.Their victory in America was still remembered as a major turning point in the history of rock and roll.Thanks to the Beatles,a lot of opportunities were opened up to new faces on the market.___35___A.They decided on a tour to the United States in1964.B.Even their hairstyles became major trends at that time.C.Rock music developed in the1950s and the early1960s.D.However,their songs changed the lives of generations to come.E.Many rock bands were able to follow in the footsteps of the Beatles.F.They appeared in the films A Hard Day's Night(1964)and Help!(1965).G.They performed their first concert in America at CBS television's53rd street studio.2019年(全国卷II)Imagine a child standing on a diving board four feet high and asking himself the question:“Should I jump?This is what motivation or the lack of it can do.Motivation and goal setting are the two sides of same coin.36Like the child on the diving board,you will stay undecided.37More than that,how should you stay motivated to achieve the goal?First,you need toevaluate yourself,your values your strengths,your weaknesses,your achievements,your desires,etc. Only then should your you’re your goalsYou also need to judge the quality and depth of your motivation.This is quite important, because it is directly related to your commitment.There are times when your heart is not in your work.38So,slow down and think what you really want to do at that moment.Clarity(清晰)of thoughts can help you move forward.Another way of setting realistic goals is to analyze your short and long term objectives,keeping in mind your beliefs,values and strengths.Remember that goals are flexible.39They also need to be measurable.You must keep these points in mind while setting your goals.Your personal circumstances are equally important.For example,you may want to be a Pilot but can’t become one because your eyesight is not good enough.40You should reassess your goals, and motivate yourself to set a fresh goal.You will surely need to overcome some difficulties,some planned,but most unplanned.You cannot overcome them without ample motivation.Make sure that you plan for these difficulties at the time of setting your goals.A.This can affect your work.B.So how should you motivate yourself?C.However,this should not discourage you.D.So why should we try to set specific goals?E.They can change according to circumstances.F.Motivation is what you need most to do a good job.G.Without motivation you can neither set a goal nor reach it2018年(全国I卷)Color is fundamental in home design–something you’ll always have in every room.A grasp of how to manage color in your spaces is one of the first steps to creating rooms you’ll love to live in.Do you want a room that’s full of life?Professional?Or are you just looking for a place to relax after a long day?36,color is the key to making a room feel the way you want it to feel.Over the years,there have been a number of different techniques to help designers approach this important point.37,they can get a little complex.But good news is that there’re really only three kinds of decisions you need to make about color in your home:the small ones,the medium ones,and the large ones.38.They’re the little spots of color like throw pillows,mirrors and baskets that most of us use to add visual interest to our rooms.Less tiring than painting your walls and less expensive than buying a colorful sofa,small color choices bring with them the significant benefit of being easily changeable.Medium color choices are generally furniture pieces such as sofas,dinner tables or bookshelves.39.They require a bigger commitment than smaller ones,and they have a more powerful effect on the feeling of a space.The large color decisions in your rooms concern the walls,ceilings,and floors.Whether you’re looking at wallpaper or paint,the time,effort and relative expense put into it are significant.40.A.While all of them are usefulB.Whatever you’re looking forC.If you’re experimenting with a colorD.Small color choices are the ones we’re most familiar withE.It’s not really a good idea to use too many small color piecesF.So it pays to be sure,because you want to get it right the first timeG.Color choices in this range are a step up from the small ones in two major ways2018年(新课标III卷)Before there was the written word,there was the language of dance. Dance expresses love and hate,joy and sorrow,life and death,and everything else in between.36We dance from Florida to Alaska,from north to south and sea to sea.We dance at weddings,birthdays,office parties and just to fill the time.“I adore dancing,”says Lester Bridges,the owner of a dance studio in Iowa.“I can't imagine doing anything else with my life."Bridges runs dance classes for all ages."Teaching dance is wonderful.37It's great to watch them.For many of them,it's a way of meeting people and having a social life."38"I can tell you about one young couple,"says Bridges.“They're learning to do traditional dances.They arrive at the class in low spirits and they leave with a smile.39”So,do we dance in order to make ourselves feel better,calmer,healthier?Andrea Hilliersays,“Dance,like the pattern of a beating heart,is life.Even after all these years,I want to get better and better.40I find it hard to stop!Dancing reminds me I'm alive."A.So why do we dance?B.Dance in the U.S.is everywhere.C.If you like dancing outdo ors,come to America.D.My older students say it makes them feel young.E.I keep practicing even When I'm extremely tired.F.Dancing seems to change their feeling completely.G.They stayed up all night long singing and dancing.2017年(新课标I)If anyone had told me three years ago that I would be spending most of my weekends camping,I would have laughed heartily.Campers,in my eyes,were people who enjoyed insect bites,ill-cooked meals,and uncomfortable sleeping bags.They had nothing in common with me.36The friends who introduced me to camping thought that it meant to be a pioneer.37We slept in a tent,cooked over an open fire,and walked a long distance to take the shower and use the bathroom.This brief visit with Mother Nature cost me two days off from work,recovering from a bad case of sunburn and the doctor’s bill for my son’s food poisoning.I was,nevertheless,talked into going on another fun-filled holiday in the wilderness.38 Instead,we had a pop-up camper with comfortable beds and an air conditioner.My nature-loving friends had remembered to bring all the necessities of life.39We have done a lot of it since.Recently,we bought a twenty-eight-foot travel trailer complete with a bathroom and a built-in TV set.There is a separate bedroom,a modern kitchen with a refrigerator.The trailer even has matching carpet and curtains.40It must be true that sooner or later,everyone finds his or her way back to nature.I recommend that you find your way in style.A.This time there was no tent.B.Things are going to be improved.C.The trip they took me on was a rough one.D.I was to learn a lot about camping since then,however.E.I must say that I have certainly come to enjoy camping.F.After the trip,my family became quite interested in camping.G.There was no shade as the trees were no more than3feet tall.2016年(新课标I)Secret codes(密码)keep messages private。

英语高考专项训练 七选五(含答案)

英语高考专项训练 七选五(含答案)

Reading books can exercise your brain. Kids who started reading at an earlier age go on to perform better on certain intelligence tests, such as analyses of their vocabulary size. As one gets older, it might help slow down or even cease cognitive decline. ________ Many Americans don't read frequently. It's time to reverse this trend to give your brain gray matter a good workout.________When you have some down time—you're waiting for a friend, sleeping lightly on the way from or to work, or doing a task that doesn't require your full attention—you can open your text instead of pulling up your favorite smartphone game. ________ While paper is still the clear winner in the court of public opinion, science hasn't proven that physical books are better than digital ones.Academic research has mostly focused on the ability to remember. A study took place in a laboratory setting:Students all read the same text, but some looked at the words on paper and others viewed an on-screen PDF. It turned out that no meaningful difference between the two media existed. As for audiobooks, they affected the brain gray matter somewhat differently.________Ultimately, if you hope to get a reading habit going, you shouldn't dismiss paper digital, or audio—________ Don't be afraid to change things up depending on the occasion.A. Audiobooks still affect your thoughts and feelings.B. Go with what makes the most sense for your needs.C. Words on a page can improve the emotional intelligence.D. This brings about a great debate: pages vs screens vs audio.E. Keep a book, e-reader, or audiobook app on you as you go about the day.F. Despite this, the overall book-reading time for Americans is on the decline.G. However, they stimulated the brain just as deeply as black-and-white pages.Smart glasses could be the next leap in technologyFirst there was the keyboard, then the touch screen. Some tech companies say a wearable pair of glasses could be the next leap in technology, even if it didn't work out for Google glass. In the future we won't be only limited to our smartphones, when it comes to understanding the world around us. ________The US-based company Snap's investment is this, the Spectacles 3 sunglasses. This third version is smarter than the previous ones. It has two cameras. The comer of the glasses lights up when recording video, and allows the wearer to put 3D objects in the video. Here are some flowers.________In a very different application, the AM glass by Hong Kong-based Pacific Future allows theme park visitors to have a different kind of experience through Augmented Reality. During the launch of the smart glasses during Halloween, this park became extra scary. ________ The glasses are used in theme parks in China and Malaysia, with a processor inside. These Augmented Reality glasses are designed for ages 12 and up, because of its weight and size.________ He can set a blacklist and the skin in the crowd and find the criminal very soon. Armed with facial recognition software, these smart glasses capture video or images, which can be sent to security officials off-site for analysis. Of course there are privacy concerns with any device that comes with built-in cameras. ________ Still, the race is on for tech companies big and small to turn an everyday item like glasses into something smarter.A. So this is our early investment in that future.B. Smart glasses are helpful in many other fields.C. Thus the wearer can take a clearer picture of the flowers.D. Users can capture up to a minute of video with smart glasses.E.That's one of the reasons why consumers rejected Google glass.F.So there's a ghost everywhere mixed with the real-life buildings.G.Augmented Reality security glasses made by Beijing-based Goolton can be used by police to identify suspects.Tips for Green Travel with KidsTraveling doesn't mean letting go of all the eco-friendly choices we work so hard to achieve in our daily life. Here are a few tips for green travel with kids:Booking nonstop flights whenever possible will reduce carbon emissions (碳排放). If the closest local airport doesn't have nonstop flights to a certain place, check in with other local airports to see if nonstop flights are available. ________Whether you're flying or driving, it's easy when traveling to pull into fast food restaurants for snacks. ________ My kids love to help plan snacks. I let them create their own snacks for the trip at home.________ At the airport, keep your reusable bottles empty until you have passed through the security (安检). Fill them up on the other side of the security checkpoint. Single-use plastic water bottles create unnecessary waste and the plastic can be harmful to your health.________ Open a few windows and turn off the air conditioner (空调). You should also help your children keep their good, green habits from home to place while traveling. Sometimes vacation can mean more than one shower each day—once in the morning and again after getting out of the pool. Pay attention to the number of showers and the length of showers. ________A. Walking is good for your health.B. Try to cut back to save water and energy.C. But you can pack healthy food from home.D. Traveling is a great chance to introduce your kids to the world.E.Reusable water bottles are easy to bring along wherever you travel.F.Save energy by turning off the hotel room lights when you head out for the day.G.You might have to drive a bit further, but saving on carbon emissions makes it worthwhile.Most people recognise the music John Williams wrote for the film Jaws. As soon as you hear it, you begin thinking that a shark will attack. ________ On the big screen, Jaws is a scary film. However, if you watch it without the music, it becomes boring. The music tells you to be frightened about what you are seeing. Good film scores always signal how to feel about what is happening on the screen.________ He did the music for many films, such as The Dark Knight, Inception, Pirates of the Caribbean, Gladiator and The Lion King. Zimmer and Williams' have very different styles and ideas for film scores. There are people who do not like William's scores for the Harry Potter films because they stand out too much, while some people do not like Zimmer's scores because they sometimes do not stand out enough. ________ When you leave a film, you should not be saying, "Wow! Great music!" Instead, you should be saying, "Wow Great film!"A third, very different kind of film composer is Tan Dun. ________ Tan started out as a musician for the Peking Opera. However, he fell in love with Western classical music, and started writing classical Western operas that show a strong touch of Chinese music. Like his operas, the scores for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and Hero use Chinese musical instruments and styles in a Western classical music score. The music follows all of the rules of most film scores-the purpose is to tell you how to feel about the action in the film, and to help tell the story. However, perhaps because of Tan's background in classical music, his scores can stand alone as works of art without needing a film to support them.Film scores are almost always form of classical music. However, unlike most classical music they have never been considered high art. ________A. They can never reach an agreement.B. Of course, in many ways, that is not the point.C. William is not alone in making audience feel so.D. And that is exactly what you are meant to think.E.Perhaps with Tan Dun, this will begin to change.F.Unlike many film composers, he has classical music background.G.No one can talk about film scores without talking about Hans Zimmer.Every time you're online. you are bombarded by pictures, articles, links and videos trying to tell their stories.________Sometimes they want you to click on another story or advertisement at their own site, other times they want to upset people for political reasons. Experts in media studies and online psychology have been examining the fake news phenomenon. Read these tips, and don't get fooled!Check the source. ________Fake news websites often use addresses that sound like real newspapers, but don't have many real newspapers, but don't have many real stories about other topics. If you aren't sure, click on the "About" page and look for a clear description of the organization.________Look to see if the story you are reading is on other news sites that you know and trust. If you do find it on many other sites, then it probably isn't fake, as many big news organizations try to check their sources before they publish a story.There are other techniques that fake news uses. These include using ALL CAPS and lots of ads that pop up when you click on a link. ________If the news story makes you angry, it's probably designed to make you angry.If you know these things about online news, and can apply them in your everyday life, then you have the control over what to read, what to believe and most importantly what to share. If you find a news story that you know is fake, the most important advice is: ________A. Don't share it.B. Read about it in print media.C. Check the story in other places.D. Unfortunately, not all of these stories are true.E. Also, think about how the story makes you feel.F. Look at the website where the story comes from.G. However, the rash of fake news is a relatively new problem.It's no secret that parents love to share pictures of their kids on social media. Who can blame them? ________ It's normal to show off their kids. Yet the sharing online car largely affect their children's safety and privacy. After all, what's posted online is public and permanent.As adults post about the children in their lives, they make personal information about the kids—their birthdays, full names or hometowns—available to Internet users. On a small scale, this might look like a parent sharing photos of their little one on a Facebook page with 300 friends. On a larger scale, this means a mommy blogger shares the details of their child's everyday life with millions of followers online. ________There are positives to sharing images and stories of their children on social media. ________ It helps find support from other moms in your area, as well as receive and offer advice from parents far and wide. Plus, by posting updates, you're keeping distant relatives and friends in the loop on the most important part of your life!________. As a child grows up, they may become embarrassed about what was shared online when they were younger. It can also have serious consequences for the child's physical and emotional well-being. Digital kidnapping happens when someone uses a child's identity illegally on social media. This is a terrifying but very real risk. Even worse, this can put a child at risk of actual kidnapping.In the digital age, everyone has access to pretty much everything, at any time they want! While social media helps us stay connected, there are concerns to think about to keep children protected. ________ Setting a clear boundary about what to share online is what you have to consider first.A. Their kids are really cute!B. Do remember to ask for children's approval before posting.C. Many moms consider it no effect to share images of their kids online.D. Do parents really have the right to create a digital footprint for children?E. But sharenting may hurt the children's self-esteem and put them in danger.F. It can be a way to share your kids' milestones with people who love them.G. Then any personal information about their kids is automatically available to others.The latest thing in architecture is green buildings—covering walls and roofs with a carpet of plants to prevent heat, absorb rain and provide a home for wildlife. Many such buildings need complex systems for holding and irrigating the soil.________Ivy is a group of evergreen climbing plants, whose power to live is hard to beat. Firstly, it can live in almost any surroundings, whether in shade or full sun.________It grows well in both dry and damp soil. Moreover, it doesn't need supports as it grows aerial roots that can be attached to most things. For these reasons, ivy can be widely grown to beautify an ugly wall or afence.________It is a heaven for bees and butterflies in summer and its berries are a valuable food source for birds in winter.However, there are some concerns about growing ivy. Ivy has a reputation for damaging buildings, but according to the UK's Royal Horticultural Society, this doesn't usually happen unless the walls already have cracks.________But Blanusa at the University of Reading, UK, who has examined the effects of plant climbers, finds that ivy raises humidity next to the wall by only a small amount.________Once ivy has been in the ground for a few years, it can grow out of control. Just don't let it get the better of you.A. Growing ivy can bring added benefits.B. Therefore, I strongly oppose growing ivy.C. The other fear is that it can make walls damp.D. Besides, it can be tolerant of various kinds of soil.E. Anyway, you do need to be careful in growing ivy.F. An ivy-covered wall will slightly warm a room in winter.G. However, there is a much easier approach: growing some ivy.It is always said that China is the homeland of tea, which has a very long history of tea.________However, unlike the western custom of using a convenient teabag, Chinese go to a lot of effort and time to prepare good tea for their guests, using tea-leaves, natural spring water and a special kettle etc. to create worldwide famous tea culture. Tea is not just a drinkable beverage (饮料), but also a taste of Chinese traditional culture and inheritance (继承) of spirit. Unsurprisingly, there are various tea-leaves in China.________Color________Good green tea-leaves have jade green with fresh vitality. Twisted pan green tea shows glossy gray green. If some of the tea-leaves have dry, dark and brown color, it means it is old tea. If the leaves have mixed, large contrast colors, it is believed that the tea is mixed with yellow leaves, old leaves and even old tea, which does not live up to the standard of good tea.FlavorNew tea is extremely clear and transparent with strong aroma (芳香), while old tea is characterized by brown color and weak fragrance. Take green tea and black tea for example, new green tea tastes a little bitter first, and then the fresh sweet taste begins to surface gradually, leaving a long and memorable aftertaste in mouth. ________Place of originThere is great gap of quality among various places of origin. ________For example, it iswell-known that Yunnan produces the best quality Pu'er tea and premium Oolong tea can be found within Fujian Province.A. Every tea-leaf has its own shape.B. Some varieties are identified by tightness of the leaves.C. It is always advised to select tea from its main producing areas.D. While you're selecting tea, you should pay attention to following aspects.E. For foreigners in China, drinking tea may seem like a simple refreshment.F. Generally, new tea-leaves look fresh and pleasing, with light green or dark green.G. On the contrary, if bitter taste takes the lead and fresh sweet taste subsides, it is bad tea.Pets need lots of care, love and affection from their owners. Just like you did when you were little. ________First, research the correct care for your animals. You can find information in books and online.________Second, find out routines. Animals like routines, and you're supposed to do things regularly, such as walking your pets, feeding your pets, and giving them the care they need.Third, take them out to exercise. Just like humans, overweight animals are more likely to have health problems and have shorter lives. ________ For dogs, it means daily walks; for parrots, it means spending time out of the cage. Whatever it is, all animals need it. Give your pets a big area and, if possible, let them out every day or every other day to exercise and stretch their muscles. Fourth, teach your pets simple things. Training isn't just for dogs. ________Fifth, take your pets to the vet regularly. ________ Look for a specialized vet. He can tell you all about the proper care that your pets need.A. By doing this, you can make sure your pets stay in top health.B. Here are some helpful tips on caring for your pets.C. So you'd better spend some time with your pets.D. Pets will bring happiness to you.E. Make sure you check the information that is correct.F. You can train your cats, rabbits, or even fish.G. Of course, the term "exercise" means different things for different animals.HEY boys, attention please! If you want to go to the US, you'd better be fully prepared, because, well, you and the boys in the US are a bit different. ________Firstly, know how to knot a tie. In the US, every boy above school age wears suits when they go to weddings. ________ Do you know how to knot a tie? If you don't, learn how right now! Secondly, be a gentleman. I know in China some boys are still proud of being strong. But in the US, a good man should also be polite. ________The last is to learn something about football and baseball. Chinese boys like ping-pong, basketball and soccer, but American boys love football and baseball. They get very happy when they play and watch these sports. ________ But in order to watch the sports with other boys, at least learning some rules would help.________ We sometimes need to know the importance of another culture, but don't feel you have to know that if it makes you uncomfortable. Have fun along the way!A. Many boys are fans of football or baseball in America.B. In my opinion, you'd better try to do the following things.C. The stronger you are, the more highly people will think of you.D. My friend Madison from Virginia said it shows respect to others.E. However, all this doesn't mean that the American way is always the right way.F. It's not necessary to be a fan of football or fix your TV channel to baseball games.G Here are two examples: holding the door for people behind you and giving the seat on a bus to old people.HEY boys, attention please! If you want to go to the US, you'd better be fully prepared, because, well, you and the boys in the US are a bit different. ________Firstly, know how to knot a tie. In the US, every boy above school age wears suits when they go to weddings. ________ Do you know how to knot a tie? If you don't, learn how right now! Secondly, be a gentleman. I know in China some boys are still proud of being strong. But in the US, a good man should also be polite. ________The last is to learn something about football and baseball. Chinese boys like ping-pong, basketball and soccer, but American boys love football and baseball. They get very happy when they play and watch these sports. ________ But in order to watch the sports with other boys, at least learning some rules would help.________ We sometimes need to know the importance of another culture, but don't feel you have to know that if it makes you uncomfortable. Have fun along the way!A. Many boys are fans of football or baseball in America.B. In my opinion, you'd better try to do the following things.C. The stronger you are, the more highly people will think of you.D. My friend Madison from Virginia said it shows respect to others.E. However, all this doesn't mean that the American way is always the right way.F. It's not necessary to be a fan of football or fix your TV channel to baseball games.G. Here are two examples: holding the door for people behind you and giving the seat on a bus to old people.In recent years, riding a hot-air balloon has become more and more popular. Many people practice flying a hot-air balloon as a sport. ________ Some people may question the safety of riding ahot-air balloon. Generally speaking, hot-air balloons are quite safe.Before examining the safety of hot-air balloons, it may help to understand how they work. Each balloon has a large bag called an envelope, attached to a bag or gondola(吊篮). In order to get enough lift, the air in the bag is heated with the assistance of a flame. As the air heats up, the balloon rises. ________Like kites, hot-air balloons travel with the wind. Typically, pilots choose the early morning hours to fly since wind speeds are low. ________ Meanwhile, the flight will become more enjoyable.________High winds and extreme weather such as storm and snow are very dangerous. An experienced pilot will not fly in these conditions. Good pilots always check their equipment before beginning a flight, and they often carry backup for safety even in sunny days.Riding hot-air balloons can be great fun, and it's very safe as long as passengers follow the directions of the pilot. ________ People who have a fear of heights may want to skip the experience, however.A. Of course, some people enjoy it as a relaxing activity.B. Low wind speeds make flying hot-air balloons much safer.C. This, of course, is for those who love to challenge themselves.D. The requirements of flying a hot-air balloon vary in different nations.E. The weather is the most important concern in the safety of hot-air balloons.F. Sometimes weather, such as lightning, is the cause of hot-air balloon accidents.G. When the flight is over, the pilot slowly lets out air to allow the balloon to drop.You probably know that exercise is good for you. Studies show that it can prevent many major health conditions, including cognitive decline, diabetes, certain cancers and more.________"Our lives are completely full. We may have children, aging parents, jobs, partners, and community," says Barbara Hannah Grufferman, author of The Best of Everything After 50.If you don't have a regular exercise plan, don't worry! There are simple things you can do to get more exercise, no gym membership or hours of commitment required.Walk-and make it countEven if you're not in shape, you can likely walk. And that's good news, because many studies illustrate that it's one of the best things we can do for our bodies. Grufferman suggests getting a pedometer(计步器),whether it's a simple mechanical one, or a FitBit or Jawbone.________ And then, start walking faster and longer-most experts recommend walking 10,000 steps a day. Reduce sittingYou've probably heard," sitting is the new smoking." Well, this means that loads of research has shown that sitting for extended periods of time can have serious health consequences that range from obesity to diabetes and more. ________ It's also essential to take breaks from your sit-down desk.Run if you canIt might seem out of reach, but if you can add some light running into your daily walk, you'll be better for it. Running can make you happier, strengthen your joints, improve heart health, and improve your memory! ________ Then, go for longer distances gradually.Make it a habitTo truly make exercise-even the basics-a part of your life you'll need to make it a habit. "The good news is that it's never too late to start," says Grufferman. ________A. Track your steps because it's very motivating.B. But finding time to get more exercise can be challenging.C. Make sure you are more active and have a more enjoyable life.D. Experts suggest using a standing desk at least some of the time.E. Like brushing your teeth, you have to build exercise into your life.F. Some experts suggest altermating jogging and walking to get started.G. Get the recommended amount of exercise for your age to get the most benefit.The word "emoji" comes from Japanese, literally meaning "picture character".________ They come in different categories, such as faces and people, plants and animals, and food and drink. When first introduced in Japan in 1999, emojis were limited to 176 simple designs. Now there are more than 3,000 emojis. Due to their popularity, the Oxford Dictionaries Word of the Year in 2015 was a pictograph instead of a traditional word.In today's world, emojis have become more and more popular.________ People like them because they add emotional meanings, and are quick and easy to use. With a smiling or sad face added to a message or post, your reader can "see" your facial expression while reading your words.________ For instance, if your friend is moving across the country, you may just send them a string of crying faces to express your sadness over your separation.________ A Shakespeare series for young readers has taken William Shakespeare's popular plays and replaced some words with textspeak and emojis. The intention of these adaptations is to make the classics more accessible to young readers. Some people, however, believe that these new versions have taken away the heart and soul of Shakespeare's plays.As we can see, emojis have a tendency to pop up all over the place. Users of emojis say that they facilitate the way we communicate and express ourselves. But this makes others, especially educators, worry that we are losing the ability to communicate properly using the written word, or even the spoken word. After all, how many of us today would rather send a message packed with emojis than make a telephone call?________ On that day, emojis will have become a real pictorial "language". But, for now, maybe it's best that we just enjoy using them.A. Maybe emojis' best days are ahead.B. The most popular emojis are absolute classics.C. The use of emojis has even spread to classical literature.D. Perhaps people will one day choose to communicate in pictures.E. It seems that emojis have clear advantages over written language.F. Emojis are small symbols representing ideas, emotions or feelings.G. Emojis can also help people express their feelings when they can't find the appropriate words.The WHO says that 80% of the world's teens don't get enough exercise to live healthy lives. The report was based on research done with students aged 11 to 17 in 146 different countries.________ It's a pity that not much has changed since then, as the WHO reports.Doctors say 60 minutes of exercise daily is needed for teens to build up their bone and muscle strength. It's also hugely important for the health of the heart and lungs. ________ Besides, more and more research is showing that exercise doesn't just help the body, but also the brain, improving thinking, test scores, and school grades.________ They were also very different between boys and girls. In the US, for example, 64% of boys were not active enough, compared to 80% of girls. South Korea was the country with the lowest activity levels — 91% of the boys and 97% of the girls didn't get enough exercise.One big reason for the lack of activity in today's teens is technology, such as smartphones, computers and TVs. Many teens find it hard to pull themselves away from them. ________So the WHO warns that teens need to do less playing in the digital world, and more playing in the real world. Teens should take part in sports, whether on official teams or just playing around on the playground. ________ For many people, walking or biking to school is one way to make that happen. It's very important for young people to build these habits now, because the positive effects of those habits can carry through into adult life.A. Exercise benefits you academically.B. Activity levels vary from country to country.C. The WHO has spared no effort in the research.D. Such inactivity can severely affect their growth.E. Exercise can also be built into a normal day's activities.F. Regular activity can help them control their weight, too.G. The WHO has been studying teen activity levels since 2001.。

高中英语七选五专题练习21篇(含答案)

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第一篇:If you are interested in studying at an American university,you have probably heard about the Test of English as a Foreign Language. 1 .It is the most widely used language assessment exam for Amencan universities.Many foreign students are frightened of the TOEFL because it is risky. 2 .But a low TOEFL score will limit your choices for financial aid and admission to top schools.3 :1. Plan ahead-It takes a long time to improve your TOEFL score. Many students study just before the test. Raising your score will take months of hard work. You will have to spend a lot of time and energy.2.Master the basics first-— 4 .You should have at least an upper-intermediate(中上级)English level before you attempt the test. If you score very low marks,study the fundamentals for a few months and come back to the TOEFL later.3. Get a study guide-—It is easy to find study guides. Pearson,Barron’s,ETS,and Kaplan all produce quality materials. Take a practice test once or twice a month.4. 5 -—Using TOEFL practice materials all the time will make you crazy. You can improve your TOEFL score by making English part of your daily life. .Some simple ways are listening to podcasts,watching movies and reading newspapers.The bottom line is: the best way to do well on the TOEFL is to know English well. Throw yourself into English on a daily basis and improvement is sure to follow.A. Practice as many materials as you can.B. They are deeply concerned that they will fail in the TOEFL.C. The test is widely known as the TOEFL.D. Good test results on the TOEFL will open many doors.E. Many students take the TOEFL before they are ready.F. Use outside resources.G. Here are some tips for getting started with TOEFL.第二篇:A little worry is healthy.It keeps us thinking ahead and helps us prepare to face unexpected misfortune.When you worry too much,you burden yourself with a lot of unnecessary stress.However,the few tips can help get your worries under control and enjoy the happiness of life.Reduce your collection.Although things are getting smaller than ever,we all seem to end up being surrounded by stuff we no longer use or care about. 1 .However,you’ll be glad once the task is finished.Have a garage sale,or simply donate your extra dishes,clothes,books and other items.2 .By creating a pleasant space for specific activities,you convince your brain to engage in those activities whenever you enter that space.Remove TVs,computers,and other such distractions from the bedroom.Only spend time there when you’re changing clothes,grabbing a book,going to sleep.Keep computers,TVs and other such activity items for time-consuming activities in general areas. 3Budget your family expenses.It is one of the simplest and most effective steps you can take to reduce worry caused by your complex life. 4 More importantly,it helps keep your family from unpredicted financial trouble.Make the best of your empty moments.It’s easy to fill every waking moment of your free time with Smartphone apps,social media browsing,TV and more. 5 Sometimes what you need isn’t a distraction,it’s a moment to yourself.A.Remind yourself to be grateful for what you have every dayB.It can seem like a pain to take the time and trouble to get rid of itC.Reassign your space wiselyD.Try to stick to it,and you can make both ends meetE.Focus your attention on your workF.It isn’t always a good ideaG.Train your brain to associate these areas with leisure activities and hobbies第三篇:You should make thorough plans before you undertake a camping(露营) trip. Just follow these simple camping guidelines to make your trip safe and rewarding.Selecting an appropriate tent(帐篷)1 . When determining the size of your tent, you should take into account the number of campers as well as the camping equipment necessary for your trip. There should be enough room in the tent for the camping equipment.2 .Importance of foodWhile camping, you will need enough food to give you enough energy for your outdoor work. 3 .You should use a two burner stove to do all your cooking. Insist on simplicity in cooking and use vegetables and ready-made food during your trip to minimize cooking time.Adequate sleep4 . Nights are generally cooler than the days so you need to have enough warm clothes to feel comfortable enough to sleep during the night. When buying a sleeping bag, check that you feel comfortable in it. Extra air mattresses(气垫)may be included in your camping equipment to make your bed more comfortable.5 .Bear these camping guidelines in mind and make sure you are fully prepared to enjoy your camping trip.A. All campers should have adequate sleep during the night.B. Thus you must have an efficient arrangement for food preparation.C. The best camping trips are had by those people who prepare the best.D. Take healthy and nourishing food with you to meet energy demands during your trip.E .The comfort level in a tent determines the success of a camping trip.F. The size is the most important thing you should carefully consider when choosing a tent.G. It will destroy the mood of the entire camping trip if you don’t have a good sleeping bag.第四篇:A person’s nose is important for breathing and smelling. 1 Some people are able to “lead other people by the nose”. For example, if a wife “leads her husband by the nose”, she makes him do whatever she wants him to do.2 They will not change their opinions or positions on anything. If someone is “hard-nosed”, chances are that he will never “pay through the nose”, or pay too much money for an object or service.It is always helpful when people “keep their nose out of other people's business”. They do not interfere(干涉). The opposite o f this is someone who “noses around” all the time. 3 He is considered “nosey”. Someone who “keeps his nose to the grindstone(旋转磨石)” works very hard. This can help a worker “keep his nose clean” or stay out of trouble.One unusual expression is “that is no skin off my nose”. This means that a situation does not affect or concern me. We also say that sometimes a person “cuts off his nose to spite his face”. That is, he makes a situation worse for himself by doing something foolish because he is angry. More problems can develop if a person “looks down his nose” at someone or something. 4 This person might also “turn up his nose” at something that he considers not good enough. This person thinks he is better than everyone else. He “has his nose in the air”.5 They refuse to obey orders or do any work. Maybe these students do not know the correct answers. My mother always told me, if you study hard, the answers should be “right under your nose” or easily seen.A. This kind of person is interested in other people's private matters.B. In school, some students “thumb their nose” at their teacher.C. The nose also has a lot of other functions.D. Some people are said to be “hard-nosed”.E. The nose is also used in many popular expressions.F. He is interested in things that concern his work.G. The person acts like something is unimportant or worthless.第五篇:Tips for cooking on a Tight ScheduleFrom my experience, there are three main reasons why people don’t cook more often: ability, money and time, __1____Mone y is a topic I’ll save for another day. So today I want to give you some wisdom about how to make the most of the time you spend in the kitchen. Here are three tips for great cooking on a tight schedule: Think ahead. The moments when I think cooking is a p ain are when I’m already hungry and there is nothing ready to eat. So think about of the coming week. When will you have time to cook? Do you have the right materials ready? 2 Make your time worth it. When you do find time to cook a meal, make the most of it and save yourself time later on. Are you making one loaf of bread? 3 it takes around the same amount of time to make more of something. So save yourself the effort for a future meal.4 This may surprise you, but one of the best tools for making cooking worth your time is experimentation. It gives you the chance to hit upon new ideas and recipes that can work well with your appetite and schedule. The more you learn and the more you try, the more ability you have to take control of your food and your schedule.Hopefully that gives you a good start. 5 and don’t let a busy schedule discourage you from making some great changes in the way you eat and live!A. Try new things.B. Ability is easily improved.C. Make three or four instead.D. Understand your food better.E. Cooking is a burden for many people.F. Let cooking and living simply be a joy rather than a burden.G. A little time planning ahead can save a lot of work later on.第六篇:Identity theft (身份盗用) is one of the fastest-growing crimes. Identity theft is a crime in which your personal information is stolen by someone and is used in an illegal way. When your identity is stolen, the thief often does fraud (诈骗) with that. He may get a credit card in your name and spend it carelessly without paying the bills; 1 and you have to be responsible for the traffic accidents he causes…Why is identity theft becoming so common? 2 . And the wealth of personal details people post on social networks such as Facebook also makes it easier for identity thieves to obtain personal information.Many people are not aware of the problems caused by this crime. They wake up from their carefree attitude only when they become a victim and suffer the damages caused by this crime.3 and this is why it is important that every person should become cautious when using the Internet. The following tips may prevent you from identity theft.First, make sure your computer has an updated anti-virus and firewall system installed. Second, only enter your c redit card details on secure sites, or websites that you’ve used before. Third, 4 . Your date of birth, names of schools attended, phone number or the names of your parents are often required to verify (证明) an identity, and thieves can use this information too. Fourth, avoid sharing files as this gives other people access to your hard drive. Fifth, never open suspicious e-mails from unknown source. Last but not least, create complex passwords using a combination of numbers and keyboard symbols and 5 .A.The popularity of the Internet and computers provides a gateway(出入口)for the identity theftB. avoid giving away too much personal information on social networking sitesC. There is one solution to the problemD. He may get a driver’s license in y our nameE. change your passwords on a regular basisF. There is no cure for identity theft except preventionG. He may borrow money from the bank in your name第七篇:In many ways, Hamburger University is just like other schools. It has an 80-acre campus. It has classrooms and teachers and more than 275,000 graduates. 1 Instead, they are McDonald’s restaurant owners and workers learning how to do their jobs better.Hamburger University isn’t a business school. It’s a corporate university (企业大学). 2 As a result, the school teaches skills and methods that help improve efficiency in McDonald’s restaurants.Hamburger University is one of the world’s most famous corporate universities, but it is far from unique. 3 Companies operate corporate universities for many different reasons. Some improve the technical skills of employees. Others focus on training people in management. Still others help employees develop skills like learning to learn, creative thinking and problem solving.4 Their students often come from distant places and have full-time jobs. To make training possible for students, corporate universities have to use very flexible teaching methods. Some companies pay for their employees to attend specific classes at a local university. Others work with outside educators to develop courses for employees to take at their workplaces. Still others develop their own programs consisting of weekend and online courses.Corporate universities may never compete with traditional schools. But they have changed the way many see education. Training has always been difficult for busy employees. 5 Through them, continuing education is possible for many who, otherwise, wouldn’t have the chance to study.A. Corporate universities help by offering flexible programs.B. Corporate universities face a number of special problems.C. It exists to help the company McDonald’s meet its business goals.D. But Hamburger University students don’t attend to earn a degree.E. Many large companies, like IBM have their own successful corporate universities.F. There are still few corporate universities in the US at present.G. Hamburger University has grown to include many branch campuses.第八篇:My grandmother was from a town in Michingan. I enjoyed staying with my grandparents when I was young child.1 People knew everyone, their kids, their pets and their ancestors. The relationship with them continued to grow as I grew and got older.2 She would make little sandwiches and we’d have tea parties. She’s plant flowers and carefully tend them. I remember the small thimble she would use while doing her needlework. Placing her thimble on her finger she’s remark: “I wouldn’t want to sew without one.”A few years ago when my grandmother passed away, I bade farewell to a loving grandmother.3 We had just had tea together a couple of moths earlier, on her 91st birthday. I missed her very much, but I noticed it particularly on my birthday, as there was no card from my grandmother. She’d never forgotten my birthday!On one particular birthday when I was feeling a little low, something happened to make me feel like she was sharing that special day with me. 4 They are what she had made, and suddenly I felt something inside one pillow. It was small and hard. I moved the object to a seam that I carefully opened, and to my delight out came a tiny silver thimble!5 Not realizing it had fallen off her finger, she sewed it in that little pillow that I just “happened” to fluff. I carefully laid the thimble alongside the others I’ve collected over the years, where I could continue to see the gift God chose to reveal to me.What a precious memory of a very special lady who somehow, I knew, was delighted to sew her thimble inside my pillow!A. How quickly our lives can change!B. I refused to go to the small town later.C.I loved the small town they lived in.D. I was arranging some colorful pillows.E. How sad I was to be unable to see a loving grandmother.F. Grandma was always using her hands for something exciting.G. How happy I was to find something that had been a part of her!第九篇:Britain’s high streets are dying slowlyTwenty years ago, the prosperous high street(繁华商业区) was the heart of most cities. It was crowded with customers. 1 Nowadays, high streets are declining, with very few shops and shoppers. With about 14 shops down every day, Britain’s high streets are dying little by little.2 It’s fairly easy to understand. To start with, people are spending less because of the economic recessi on(衰退). On top of that, more and more people are using the Internet to do their shopping. And it is not easy for shopkeepers in the high streets, either.3 Finally, there are the out-of-town retail parks with free car parking that sell just about everything at very low prices.What can be done? Prime Minister David Cameron has hired Mary Portas, a British business woman and star of TV show Mary Queen of Shops, to bring some life back into Britain’s high streets. She's talked about creating “magnets(磁石)” to attract people back to the centre. 4 In one town, a bicycle rickshaw(人力车) service is delivering people's shopping to their homes. 5 , where children can be cared for while parents are shopping.Members of the public have also voiced their opinions. “My ideal shopping center is one where there’s a wide selection of attractive looking shops, with cheap parking and good public transport links,” said a 28-year-old man. “I’d like to see Night Shopping evenings where shops are open through to 10 pm or later,” said a 22-year-old girl.A. They have to pay increasing high rents.B. But he is not the only one to solve the problem.C. But that’s all changed.D. In another town, they set up a nursery,E. In another town, they set up night shopping centers,F. They can make a fortune overnight.G. Why are high streets in such a desperate situation?第十篇:For some people,the warmest memories from childhood come from being read a great story. 1 It develops children’s language skills and increases the ir ability to succeed in school and,later,work.A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics says reading aloud is so important that parents should start as soon as their children are born and continue to read aloud even after their children can read by themselves.They say parents should also point to and talk about pictures in books for infants(婴幼儿). 2The company Scholastic is a major U.S.publisher of children’s books.Every two years,Scholastic publishes a report on American reading attitudes and habits.The 2015 report says only 31 percent of children in the U.S.read a book for fun almost every day.3 One is simply to have books in the home.Elizabeth Lyttleton,the mother of three,is lucky.Her mother once wrote and illustrated children’s books,so the family always have plenty to read.She says all her children learn from books—but in different ways.4 Researchers from the Scholastic company found that 80%of children surveyed —of all ages—say they love being read to.And children ages 6 to 11 whose parents do not read to them anymore say they miss it.5 _ Of all the six to 17-year-olds in the Scholastic study,more than 90%said their favorite books are the ones they chose for themselves.A.The Scholastic report also suggests permitting children to choose their own books.B.Scholastic also identifies some ways to develop a love of reading in a child.C.A book does not have to be serious to be good for kids.D.For young children,parents should ask questions about the book.E.Do children still read for fun?F.Another way to develop a reading habit in children is to read to them.G.But reading to children does more than create warm memories.第十一篇:Helping Students Find Their Writing V oicesOne of the most frustrating things for writing teachers is reading papers that simply lack style. When all of the research has been completed and all of the sentences are structured well, but the paper still lacks some pizzazz(活力),it can be boring to grade. If you are searching for ways to help your students find their voices, why not try making students themselves the topic of the writing? 1Who are you?One of the most difficult questions for students to answer is: “Who are you?” 2 In doing this, through writing, students will start to see their personalities differently and, hopefully, be able to add a feature to their writing.Dear John3Encourage them to write to a famous person they’ve always admired, and then the one they absolutely hate. Explore how their language changes between the two letters. When students know their audiences, it is much easier for them to add the kind of personality their audience wants to see.4When students write about what matters most to them, they will often give you the best writing you’ve ever seen. You’ll get those when you ask questions that hit home. When students have something to say about a given topic, it can be easier for them to get their ideas down and then work on their writing style.Get the words on paper, and then edit themThe most valuable lesson students can learn is to write first, and edit later. Have students written for five minutes about their topics. If they can get their ideas down on paper, that’s 90% of the battle. 5 This can help them realize that, once they have the ideas down, the rest is just fine tuning(微调). Once they have this skill mastered, it’s easy for them to start adding their own personal voices to their papers.A.What matters to you?B. What style is taught in class?C. When they write about themselves, students’ voices often shine through.D. Writing letters is a great way for students to explore their writing style.E. Have your students explored who they are and what makes them unique.F. V oice is that magical quality which is able to make a creative writing idea sing!G. After that, have them edit these ideas into a really strong introductory paragraph.第十二篇:How to Sleep BetterIf you’re having trouble getting good sleep through the night (turning,waking up more than once,for example),th is text will tell you what you can do to ensure a peaceful night’s sleep.1.Get on schedule. Changing your sleeping time by more than an hour can severely disturb your sleep quality. 1 For example,if you normally wake up at 6 am on weekdays to get to work,you might go to bed around 10 pm,because that’s when you start to feel sleepy,and it’s also a good time to ensure 8 hours of sleep. If,on the weekend,you sleep until 9 a.m,you probably won’t be able to fall asleep that night until 1 a.m.2. 2 Wait at least three hours after dinner before going to sleep. Digestion slows down while asleep,and a full stomach may interrupt sleep .Similarly,you should avoid going to bed on an empty stomach,as a completely empty stomach may equally disturb your sleeping patterns.3. 3 Exposure to light during the time when you’re supposed to be sleeping can disrupt your body’s internal clock. Turn your light off,or use a very dim night light. 4 They include windows,LED clocks,computer lights and cable boxes.4.Change your sleeping position. You may think that it’s impossible to control what position you sleep in since you aren’t fully aware of what you are doing,but it is possible and it can make a considerable difference. 5 A.Try to avoid all sources of light.B.Keep the room as dark as possible.C.Make note of unusual circumstances.D.Be mindful of what you eat or drink before bed.E.Sleep is considered to be adequate only when there is no daytime sleepiness.F.In other words,sudden change of sleeping time will affect your “biological clock”.G.If you wake up in the middle of the night,make an effort to have a comfortable position.第十三篇:Seeing with SoundAccording to a British news report,some blind people may finally get a chance to “see”.1 Dr. Peter Meijer,a scientist at Philips Research Laboratories in the Netherlands,has developed a new system called the vOICe.The three middle letters in vOICe stand for “Oh,I see.” Meijer’s groundbreaking technology may change the lives of visually impaired people all over the world.A wearable setup of vOICe system consists of a head-mounted camera,stereo headphones and a notebook PC.The system translates visual images from a camera into complex sounds. 2The program is based on the theory that people can hear certain sounds and learn to translate them into meaningful mental images.Everything has its own unique sound. 3 The height of an object or person could be determined by pitch(音调).And a built-in color identifier speaks out color names when it is turned on.What the vOICe users have to learn is which sound goes with which object.Meijer says that he is counting on the brain’s ability to adapt.4 Within two weeks,most people who experiment with the vOICe system are able to identify objects such as walls and doors.They are also able to identify certain situations,including whether the lights in a room are on or off.5 Meijer thinks that translating will eventually become automatic for many users of the vOICe,bringing a form of vision to them for the very first time.A.Brighter areas sound louder than darker areas.B.It then sends these sounds to a person through headphones.C.However, they are not learning to see with their eyes;they are learning to see with their ears.D.The vOICe system is aiming to treat blindness by translating images from a camera into audio signals.E.Meijer supposes that the brain is interested in the information “content”,but not the information “carrier”.F.To evaluate the new system’s effectiveness, a nu mber of visually impaired people were chosen to test the v0ICe.G.Over time, some users have even learned to “watch” television or “recognize” the outlines of buildings as they walk.第十四篇:What A Real Leader DoesIs a leader merely a manager ? What should we expect from our leaders ? 1Yes, we do need leaders. On our own, we lack the vision, direction , and strength to reach our goals. We were all in need of guidance when we were children —— even the cleverest child could not possibly be expected to make certain crucial decisions. Once we become adults, with the capacity to reason for ourselves, we are facing so many pressures of daily survival that we rarely find time and energy to focus on life’s larger issues. And when we do, our emotions and subjectivity limit our vision and our movement.2 When we are occupied with our self-interest —— petty or great, a leader sends out a wake-up call, alerting us to seek the true priorities in life.With so many people trying to be leaders there days, how do we recognize a true leader ? To answer this question, we must step back and ask : 3A true leader wants nothing more than to make people stand on their own, as leaders in their own right. Instead of trying to blind us with his or her brilliance, a true leader reflects our own light back to us, so that we can see ourselves anew.The differences between a leader and a boss : A boss drives their employees, and a leader coaches them. A boss inspires fear, and a leader generates enthusiasm. A boss says “I”, and a leader says “We”. A boss places blame for breakdowns, and a leader fixes them. 4Decide now. Decide today. Are you going to be a real leader ? Are you going to develop real leaders ? 5 Remember, a leader with vision has a clear, vivid picture of where to go, as well as a firm grasp on what success looks like and how to achieve it.A.A leader provides a new perspective, inspiring us to abandon our narrow field of vision.B.This sense of urgency is just as important in a leader as a sense of vision.C.And do we really need leaders in the first place ?D.Are you going to inspire and generate enthusiasm ?E.We have a CEO who can direct thousands of employees toward a single objective, and politicians who inspire millions of citizens to support them.F.What is it that a leader is really trying to accomplish ?G.A boss knows how it is done, and a leader shows how it is done.第十五篇:What is your favorite color? Do you like yellow, orange and red? 1 .Do you prefer grey and blue? Then you are probably quiet, shy, and you would rather follow than lead.You tend to be a pessimist(悲观主义者).At least,this is what psychologists tell us,and they should know, because they have been seriously studying the meaning of color preference,as well as the effect that colors have on human beings. 2 .If you happen to love brown,you did so,as soon as you opened your eyes,or at least as soon as you could see clearly.3 .On the one hand,a yellow room makes most people feel more cheerful and more relaxed than a dark green one;and a red dress brings warmth and cheer to the coldest winter day.4 .A black bridge over the Thames River, near London.used to be the scene of more suicides(自杀)than any other bridge in the area—until it was repainted green.The number of suicide attempts immediately fell sharply.Perhaps it would have fallen even more if the bridge had been done in pink or baby blue.5 .It is self-evident that factory workers work better, harder, and have fewer accidents when their machines are painted orange rather than black or grey.A.On the other hand,black is depressing.B.The rooms are painted in different colors as you like.C.They tell us that we do not choose our favorite color as grow up—we are born with our preference.D.If you do,you must be an optimist(乐观主义者),a leader or an active person who enjoys life.E.Light and bright colors make people not only happier but more active.。

高考英语专项复习阅读理解《七选五(说明文)》十年真题汇总含答案

高考英语专项复习阅读理解《七选五(说明文)》十年真题汇总含答案
【18题详解】
根据上文内容“At the top of a second page, put the heading “Acts of kindness.” On this one, list all the positive things you’ve done for others. It might be the time when you helped a friend with their homework, when you did the ironing without being asked, or when you baked cookies after the family had had a tiring day.(在第二页的顶部,写上“善举”的标题。在这张单子上,列出你为别人做过的所有积极的事情。它可能是当你帮助朋友做作业的时候,当你没有被要求却主动熨衣服的时候,或者当你在家人累了一天之后烤饼干的时候。)”可知,本段主要讲述的是列出一些自己所做的好事。选项F“Whatever it is, no matter how small it might seem, write it down.(不管是什么,不管它看起来有多小,都要把它写下来。)”与上文内容一致,讲述的是不管你所做的事情不管有多小,只要是好的事情,都记下来。故选F。
In a journal or on a piece of paper, put the heading “Personal strengths.”____17____Are you caring? Creative? Generous? A good listener? Fun to be around? They don’t have to be world-changing, just aspects of your personality that you’re proud of.

高中英语阅读七选五专项练习题(14篇)--含答案

高中英语阅读七选五专项练习题(14篇)--含答案

中学英语阅读七选五专项练习题依据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

选项中有两项为多余选项。

<1>Dear Seth,You‘re only three years old, and at this point in your life you can‘t read, much less understand what I‘m going to try to tell you in this letter.But I‘ve been thinking a lot about the life that you have ahead of you, about my life so far as I reflect on what I‘ve learned, and about my role as a dad in trying to prepare you for the trials that you will face in the coming years.As with my advice, take it with a grain of salt.What works for me might not work for you.But someday when you‘re ready, I hope you will find some wisdom and value in what I share with you.【小题1】_____________________________You are young, and life has yet to take its toll on you, to throw disappointments and heartaches and loneliness and struggles and pain into your path.You have not been worn down yet by longs hours of thankless work, by the slings and arrows of everyday life.For this, be thankful.You are at a wonderful stage of life.You have many wonderful stages of life still to come even if they are not without their costs and great dangers.【小题2】____________________________There will be people in your life who won‘t be very nice because you‘redifferent, or for no good reason.There‘s not much you can do except to learn to deal with them, and learn to choose friends who are kind to you, actually care about you, and make you feel good about yourself.There will be times when you are met with disappointment rather than success.Life won‘t always turn out the way you want.But instead of letting these things get you down, push on.Learn to turn negatives into positives.You‘ll also face heartbreak and abandonment by those you love.I hope you don‘t have to face this too much, but it happens.Let these pains become stepping stones to better things in life and learn to use them to make you stronger.【小题3】_____________________________Yes, you‘ll find suffering in your journey through life, but don‘t let that close you to new things or wall yourself off.Be open to new things, experiences and people.You might get your heart broken ten times but find the most wonderful woman the 11th time.You might get teased and hurt by people you meet.If you close yourself off to new people, who will be there during the toughest times of your life and create some of the best times of your life.You will fail many times but if you allow that to stop you from trying, you will miss out on the amazing feeling of success once you reach new heights with your accomplishments.【小题4】_____________________________You will meet many people who will try to outdo you in school, in college, at work.They‘ll try to have nicer cars, bigger houses, nicerclothes, cooler gadgets.To them, life is a competition —they have to do better than their peers to be happy.Here‘s a secret: Life isn‘t a competition.It‘s a journey.If you spend that journey always trying to impress other, to outdo others, you‘re wasting it.Instead, learn to enjoy the journey.Make it a journey of happiness, of constant learning, of continual improvement, of love.Find your passion, and pursue it doggedly.Life is too short to settle for a job that pays the bills.【小题5】_____________________________If there‘s a single word you should live your life by, it should be this: Love.It, I know, might sound corny, but trust me, there‘s no better rule in life.Some would live by the rule of success.Their lives will be stressful, unhappy and shallow.Others would live by the rule of selfishness.They will live lonely and unhappy lives.Live your life by the rule of love.Love your spouse, children, parents, friends, with all of your heart.Love not only your loved ones, but your neighbours, coworkers, strangers, even your enemy.And most of all, love yourself.While others criticize you, learn not to be so hard on yourself, to think that you‘re ugly or dumb or unworthy of love.Instead, learn to love yourself for who you are.Finally, know that I love you and always will.You are starting out on a weird, scary, daunting, but ultimately incredibly wonderful journey.And I will be there for you when I can.Love, Your DadA.Life isn’t a competition.B.Fight for a better life with determination.C.Love should be your rule.D.Be grateful and feel hopeful about life.E.Life can be cruel at times.F.Be open to life anyway.答案: DEFAC<2>Even if you think that your parents are mean-spirited at times,loving your parents is a normal and fulfilling part of life. You love them for the fact that they created you,raised you,and are in part a source of who you are. Here are some ways to love your parents.____【小题1】_ A gentle “good morning”and “I love you”will warm a coldest heart. Remember that they brought you into this world. Without your parents,you might still wander at an unknown corner in an unknown world.Respect them more and cherish these moments. You can use these moments to learn from them for when you’re off on your own. It’s OK to get angry but angry actions don’t help you or your parents. Act calmly,cool off, journal about your feelings,or talk to a friend. ___【小题2】____Obey their requests. It will make your attitude better and earn you more respect from them. It may seem like you are going through hell when you don’t get what you want or you have to clean. However,you had better remember they keep a roof over your head when it’s cold,raining,snowing,or too hot. Understand that parents are human beings and make mistakes.____【小题3】___. Since you can forgive your friends,why not forgive your parents?Keep company with them. Do things with your parents like watching TV,or go somewhere with them._【小题4】_ Listen to their old stories and learn from them. You will find they are your teachers in this way or another.Some people simply may not be able to love their parents. __【小题5】___ Seek help if you are being abused in any way. Parents do not have a right to harm you.A.There can be realistic reasons for this,family violence for example. B.Anyway,spend as much time with them as you can.C.Tell them you love them every morning.D.Forgiveness is the key.E. Parents will in turn express their love to you.F. After this, share your feelings with your parents.G. Please remember parents are as important as friends.答案: CFDBA<3>Over the last 25 years, British society has changed a great deal –or at least many parts of it have. 【小题1】 . Ideas about social class –whether a person is “working - class”or “middle - class”–are one area in which changes have been extremely slow.In the past, the working-class tended to be paid less than middle-class people. The typical working man would collect his wages on Friday evening and then, it was widely believed, having given his wife her "housekeeping", would go out and squander the rest on beer and betting. The old style of what a middle-class man did with his money was perhaps nearer the truth. He was-and still is - inclined to take a longer-term view. Not only did he regard buying a house as a most important thing, but he also considered the education of his children as extremely important. 【小题2】. Only in very few cases did workers have the opportunity (or the education and training)to make such long-term plans.【小题3】 . In a large number of cases factory workers earn as much as their middle –class supervisors (管理者). Social security and laws to improve century, have made it less necessary than before to worry about "tomorrow". Working-class people seem slowly to be losing the feeling of inferiority(自卑感). In fact there has been a growing tendency in the past few years for the middle-classes to feel slightly ashamed of their position. 【小题4】 .They generally tend to share very similar tastes in music andclothes, they spend their money in having a good time, and save for holidays or longer-term plans when necessary. There seems to be much less difference than in precious generations. 【小题5】 . As long as this gap exists, there will always be a possibility that new conflicts and jealousies will emerge, or rather that the old conflicts will re-appear, but between different groups.A.Nowadays, a great deal has changedB.Both of these provided him and his family with securityC.As a result, differences in life –styles and attitudes came into existenceD.However, we still have a wide gap between the well –paid and the low - paidE.In recent years, the working –class people have begun to design long –term plansF.In some ways, however, very little has changed, particularly where attitudes are concernedG.The changes in both life –styles and attitudes are probably most easily seen among younger people答案: FBAGD<4>You can take a selfie with a hand - held digital camera or mobile phone and later share it on the Internet. So selfies have been especially popular over the years. 【小题1】 Love them or hate them, selfies show no sign of stopping.After all, the selfie is the most important way to show off on holiday. Everyone has his own way to take the holiday selfies. How can you take the best holiday selfies? 【小题2】◆‘Food chew’styleWant to let everyone know how exciting your holiday food choices are? 【小题3】 You can also cut off a piece to show off what’s inside. But don’t have food hanging out of your mouth. Remember, food always looks best before being eaten.◆‘I’m so adventurous’styleRock climbing, hiking, surfing, or skiing? 【小题4】 Just let the natural settings make people go “wow”. One commonly used gesture is spreading out an arm to show how thrilled you are. But remember that no one likes a sweaty selfie.◆‘I am cultured tourist’style【小题5】 You can also try an optical illusion(视错觉)by making it look like you’re holding up the leaning tower of Pisa, touching the top of the Eiffel Tower, or picking the Sphinx’s nose.A.Just taking a selfie against a famous cultural site makes you look great. B.Some people have no idea where to travel.C.According to a recent survey, haft of the interviewees admitted to taking a selfie while on holiday.D.These adventurous holiday moments are great for a selfie.E. Different cultures have different characteristics of food.F. Hold up some food on your fork or chopsticks.G. Here are some useful posing tips for you.答案: CGFDA<5>Housework not good exercise, says study【小题1】 It even said that people who did the most housework were usually the most overweight. 【小题2】 The contribution of domestic physical activity to meeting current recommendations for health. It questions whether activities like do-it-yourself, gardening and housework are good exercise. 【小题3】 but there is a danger that people incorrectly think housework is proper exercise.A total of 4,563 adults took a survey about their weekly physical activity. 【小题4】Researcher Professor Murphy said any physical activity should increase the amount of calories burnt. 【小题5】 She said housework was “inversely related to leanness”. She said this suggested that either people overestimate how hard housework was an exercise, or they eat too much because they think they have lost lots of calories doing household chores.A.However, her study found the opposite.B.People who do housework usually eat more.C.A new study says housework is not the quality exercise many people think it is.D.The research showed that people who included housework as exercise tended to be heavier.E. The study is called Does “doing housework keep you healthy” ?F. They think doing exercise is of great benefit to healthy.G. It says any activity is better than none.答案: CEGDA<6>After the popularity of the Ice Bucket Challenge, another challenge now is hot in India. Indians give rice to their poor neighbors for a charity (慈善) which is called “Rice Bucket Challenge”. 【小题1】 It is about giving a bucket of rice to someone who is in need and taking a picture named “Rice Bucket Challenge”to share online. The aim of the activity is to help the poor and hungry people in India, and the movement’s Facebook page has so far clocked up more than 50,000 likes. 【小题2】 The activity was started by Manju Latha Kalanidhi, a 38-year-old journalist, who thought the Ice Bucket Challenge was a little strange. She said, “Hunger is a disease anybody would connect.” The challenge hasgained a lot of support with students signing up in Indian Institute of Management, and more and more people join in it. 【小题3】India is the world’s second-biggest rice consumer, with a storage of 21.2 million tons of the grains. 【小题4】 It has suffered with mass hunger, and last year was ranked 63rd of 78 countries on the International Food Policy Research Institute’s global hunger index. How to participate in this activity? First, pick up a bucket of rice from your home and give it to the neighboring people who are in need. 【小题5】 At last, invite online all your friends and ask them to take up the challenge. It is important to post back on Facebook because it will inspire all your friends to come forward. All the people get together and make a difference! A.Besides, hand the rice bucket over to other people who are in need. B.It is not an activity involving dumping a bucket of rice on someone’s head.C.The activity raises the public awareness and charitable donations to agriculture.D.The AirAsia India airline says its staff including senior management will join.E. Then, take a picture and post it on facebook with “Rice Bucket Challenge”.F. But it is far from enough for this country.G. The initial inspiration came from the ice bucket challenge.答案:BGDFE<7>依据短文内容从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,选项中有两项为多余选项。

高考英语七选五专项练习5.0

高考英语七选五专项练习5.0

高考英语七选五专项练习5.0学校:___________姓名:___________班级:___________考号:___________一、阅读理解Body shaming involves humiliating (羞辱) someone making negative comments about their body size or shape. 1 You may feel unhappy with how your body looks and judge yourself unkindly. However, there are ways to overcome the problem and build body positivity.2 Taking care of yourself is not a selfish act; it’s necessary for your personal well-being. Exercise, eat healthy food, enjoy the company of people who care about you, and spend some time outdoors to refresh your body and your mind.Replacing negative self-talk with positive thoughts can be useful for making you feel better about yourself and your body. 3 For example, if you have beautiful hair or eyes, this is just as important as the features you dislike or that others try to ridicule.Social media often emphasizes physical appearance and makes it easy to post hurtful comments about others. Cutting down or stepping away from social media can give you an opportunity to connect in-person and participate in other activities that lift your mood. Communicating face-to-face is nature’s cure of stress. 4Reach out to others for guidance and support and let them know what you have been experiencing. 5 Having a safe outlet to express your emotions can help you cope with the distress and humiliation of being body shamed.A.Treat yourself with kindness and love.B.Don’t hide or isolate yourself from others.C.This type of criticism can be made to others or yourself.D.Shift your focus to the things that you like about yourself.E.Being physically active is also important for your overall health and well-being.F.It’s crucial to find someone you trust and feel comfortable sharing your feelings with. G.While nobody is immune to social pressures to look good, any comments about your body are unnecessary.The process of sorting through my childhood stuff started out easy. At first, I was excited totoss everything out. But as the bedroom emptied out, I felt a creeping sense of sadness. My childhood was over, and I entered full-fledged (成熟的) adulthood. And I wondered: 6 In short, yes.7 That’s because going through your old stuff can possibly stir up difficult emotions or sweet memories. Whatever emotions pop up, accept them, and it will help you process it faster.Before you start sorting, determine how much storage space you’re willing to devote to your childhood items. 8 You may have limited space for old stuff. But listen to your heart. If you’re sentimental and you want to hold on to stuff, hold on to it. You canal ways get rid of it later.During this process, it can be useful to have someone you trust by your side. They can help you honor the memories associated with each object and let go. 9 They know which life experiences mean the most to you.And you don’t have to pile your childhood stuff in the attic (阁楼). 10 You can take photos, which you can revisit any time on your phone or computer. Or you can turn them into an art project and display it in a shadow box.Remember, there is someone who care enough to hold on all old stuff for you. This is a value of all of the time and effort and money your parents have poured into you. This has been saved in love.A.Get creative and think outside the box.B.Could my childhood memories be regained?C.You can find meaning in your life experiences.D.Loved ones can also help you decide what to save.E.But it will probably still be a bittersweet experience.F.That will help you figure out how much stuff you can keep.G.Was there a less heartbreaking, more strategic way to do this?Many people fear failure and try to avoid it even when they have the opportunity to succeed. They won’t attempt something if they think they might fail. 11Research the alternatives. 12 When you don’t know-what you’re dealing with,potential consequences seem far worse than they actually are. Take the power out fear by understanding it. Research all the potential outcomes(both good and bad) so you genuinely understand the risk of failure and benefits of success. Analyzing these outcomes will help you see through the fear of failure and make a logical decision.Another way to overcome the fear of failure is creating a contingency plan (应急计划).13 Daring to fail doesn’t mean you have to risk losing it all. If you manage risk intelligently, you can capture the benefits of high-risk opportunities while leaving yourself a safety net.Taking action is the best way to reduce fear and build confidence. As soon as you do, you’ll begin accumulating experience and knowledge. 14 . It’s like jumping off a cliff into a lake-after you do it once, you see that the water is safe and each time afterwards is easy. Start off with small steps and build up your confidence until the fear of failure is manageable.All in all, failure and success are two sides of the same coin. 15 By adopting these strategics, you can learn to embrace failure as a stepping stone towards success. A.Understand the benefits of failure.B.Everything is hardest the first time.C.You should be prepared for the worst.D.The unknown is a major source of fear.E.One truly cannot exist without the other.F.The following strategies will help you overcome the fear of failure.G.Even if your first option fails, a solid Plan B can maintain the status quo (现状).Things To Remember On Y our First Solo Travel AdventureIf you’ve ever thought about just taking a trip yourself instead of waiting for someone to join you, you’re not alone. 16 However, do you count yourself among the many who have tried it? If you’re planning your own solo trip, here are four important things to keep in mind.17 Since you’re traveling solo, how you choose to explore it is entirely up to you. This is your chance to do whatever you want whenever you want because this time, you’re running the show.Don’t be afraid to talk to random people. Though there is someone who poses a threat, it’s important to remember that not everyone is out to get you. 18 That’s because you’re anovelty, a person from another country who is visiting theirs. Therefore, instead of putting on your headphones or instantly seeing them as weirdos, use this spontaneous chat as a chance to meet the locals or get recommendations for things to do during your trip.It’s okay to have bad days. 19 It happens and it’s completely okay to take some time to process whatever it is you’re feeling. Take yourself to a movie or spend the day dong something relaxing like writing in your journal or reading on the beach.It’s okay to start small. 20 Start by doing a staycation in another part of town, spending a few days in a new locale a bus or train ride away. Just do whatever you’re comfortable with and see how it all feels for you.A.You are the boss of your own adventure.B.You need to make an unusual travel choice.C.It’s no secret that solo travel is on the rise.D.Sometimes things can go incredibly wrong.E.People like you simply don’t know how to start.F.Most of the time people are just curious and try to be friendly.G.Remember, your first solo trip doesn’t have to be to a whole other continent.参考答案:1.C 2.A 3.D 4.E 5.F【导语】本文是说明文。

高中英语阅读七选五15篇(含答案)

高中英语阅读七选五15篇(含答案)

阅读七选五真题演练Passage 1Losing weight is tough.For most people, it requires a change in diet, a change in exercise habits, and a change in attitude. 1●Set healthy goals.If you ’re overweight and want to change that, the first step is deciding what your target weight is. 2●Start small.Making major behavior modifications isn ’t something that happens overnight. 3 Commit to eating 5 servings of vegetables a day and exercising 2 days a week for the first week, and then add a little more each week.●Track your diet and exercise.Now it ’s time to start working toward that goal.The best way to stick with your diet and exercise rules is to track it. 4 Or you can do it the old fashioned way and keep a written food and exercise journal. Find what works for you and write down what you ’ve accomplished every day.● 5Every month you should take a look at your goal and see what type of progress you’vemade toward accomplishing it. If you’renot where you want to be, make minor adjustments. Try doing different exercises or cutting back on certain types of foods that you may be eating too much of.Losing weight and keeping it off is a highly personal thing. Find what works foryou and stick with it.A.Evaluate and adjust.B.Here ’s how you can accomishplall the three.C.You might as well start with your own attitude.D.There are plenty of apps that allow you to do this.E.What steps are you going to take to achieve your goal.F.So start with 1-2 things per week and work up from there.G.Write down your goal and set a date by which you want to accomplish that goal.本文为说明文。

高考英语阅读七选五题型专项练习10篇附答案11

高考英语阅读七选五题型专项练习10篇附答案11

高考英语阅读七选五专项训练(10题)依据短文内容, 从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项, 并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

选项中有两项为多余选项。

专项练习一For over one hundred and fifty years, Americans of all social classes have worn blue jeans.1 Whether they are worn for work or for fashion today.Strauss' invention continues to be popular not only among Americans but also among people around the world.Levi Strauss was born in Germany in 1829. 2 He grew up in Kentucky before moving to New York in 1847.Before becoming an American citizen and moving to the West in 1853, Strauss worked in his brother's dry goods business.This gave him a chance to produce his famous invention.After the gold rush of 1849, Strauss decided to move to the West to seek his fortunes.Strauss did not want to be a person who searched an area for minerals.Instead, he knew he could make a good living by selling supplies to the miners.At first, he planned to sell sewing supplies and cloth. 3 When he heard miners complaining that their clothes were easily broken or they usually tore their pockets during mining, he decided to use a special fabric to make pants for the miners.These pants proved so popular that he quickly ran out of materials to make more.In 1873, Strauss received a letter from a Jewish tailor named Jacob Davis who had invented a process of connecting pockets with copper rivets(铆钉).This made the pants last a long time.Because Davis did not have the money to patent his idea, he offered to share it with Strauss if Strauss would agree to pay for the patent. 4 .By the time Strauss died in 1902, he had made a great contribution to American fashion.5 The business has been growing ever since and Levi Strauss' company is now one of the largest clothing companies in the world.A.As a young boy, he moved with his family to the United States.B.Nobody knew what kind of material was suitable.C.He did and Levi jeans have been made with metal rivets ever since.D.However, he did not get much business for those products.E.He also made a great contribution to America's clothing industry.F.Since they were invented by Levi Strauss, they have become a symbol of American consumer culture.G.As the business grew, Strauss got much money from it.专项练习二Recently some American scientists have given a useful piece of advice to people in industrialized nations.They say people should eat more of the same kind of food eaten by humans living more than 10,000 years ago. 1The scientists say that the human life has changed greatly.Our bodies have not been able to deal with these changes in lifestyle and this had led to new kinds of sicknesses.2 So they are called "diseases of civilization".Many cancers and diseases of the blood system are examples of such diseases.Scientists noted that people in both the Old Stone Age and the New Stone Age enjoyed very little alcohol or tobacco, probably none. 3 However, a change in food is oneof the main differences between life in ancient times and that of today.Stone Age people hunted wild animals for their meat, which had much less fat than domestic ones.They ate a lot of fresh wild vegetables and fruits.They did not have milk or any other dairy products, and they made very little use of grains. 4 We eat six times more salt than our ancestors.We eat more sugar.We eat twice as much fat but only one third as much protein and much less vitamin C.5 But scientists say that we would be much healthier if we eat much the same way the ancient people did, cutting the amount of fatty, salty and sweet food.A.Stone Age people lived a simple life.B.But today, we enjoy eating a lot of these.C.In that case, they would live much healthier.D.Ancient people also got lots of physical exercise.E.These new sicknesses were not known in ancient times.F.People today probably don't want to live like our ancestors.G.Modern people used to suffer from "diseases of civilization".专项练习三For the rest of March, a disease will sweep across the US. It will keep kids home from school.1 Employees will suddenly lose their ability to concentrate.The disease, known as “March Madness”, refers to the yearly 65 –team US men’s college basketball tournament (锦标赛). 2 Teams compete against each other in a single – elimination (单局淘汰) tournament that eventually crowns a national champion.Nearly 20 million Americans will find themselves prisoners of basketball festival madness. The fun comes partly from guessing the winners for every game. Friends compete against friends.3 Colleagues against bosses.Big – name schools are usually favored to advance into the tournament. But each year there are dark horses from little – known universities.This adds to the madness. Watching a team from a school with 3,000 students beat a team from a school with 30,000, for many Americans, is an exciting experience. Two years ago, the little – known George Mason University was one of the final four teams. 4College basketball players are not paid, so the game is more about making a name for their university and themselves. 5 About $ 4 billion will be spent gambling (赌) on the event. According to Media Life magazine, the event will bring in $ 500 million in advertising income this year, topping the post – season income of every US professional league, including that of the NBA.A. Husbands against wives.B. The players will go all out for the games.C. But that doesn’t mean money isn’t involved.D. College students will ignore piles of homework.E. People are willing to spend more money on watching it.F. It begins on March 15 and lasts through the beginning of April.G. Many people had never even heard of the university before the tournament.专项练习四Everyone knows that the Frenchmen are romantic, the Italians are fashionable and the Germans are serious. Are these just stereotypes or is there really such a thing as national character And if there is, can it affect how a nation succeed or failAt least one group of people is certain that it can. A recent survey of the top 500 entrepreneurs (企业家) in the UK found that 70% felt that their efforts were not appreciated by the British public. Britain is hostile (敌意的) to success, they said. It has a culture of jealousy(嫉妒). 1 Jealousy is sometimes known as the “green –eyed monster” and the UK is its home.Scientists at Warwich University in the UK recently tested this idea. They gathered a group of people together and gave each an imaginary amount of money. 2 Those given a little were given the chance to destroy the large amount of money given to others – but at the cost of losing their own. Two thirds of the people tested agreed to do this.3 .But there is also opposite evidence. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development recently reported that the UK is now the world’s fourth largest economy. That is not bad for people who are supposed to hate success. People in the UK also work longer hours than anyone else in Europe. So the British people are not lazy, either.“It is not really success that the British dislike,” says Carey Cooper, a professor of management at the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology. “It’s people using their success in a way that seems proud or unfair or which separates them from their roots.”4They set out to do things in their way. They work long hours. By their own efforts they become millionaires. 5 .It hardly seems worth following their example. If they were more friendly, people would like them more. And more people want to be like them.A. This seems to prove that the entrepreneurs were right to complain.B.The one who owns most money in the end is the winner.C.As a result, the survey said, entrepreneurs were “unloved, unwanted and misunderstood.”D.It is not true that British people are born jealous of others` success.E. Some were given a little, others a great deal.F. But instead of being happy they complain that nobody loves them.G. Perhaps it is the entrepreneurs who are the problem.专项练习五1 When a starving man gets a meal, he begins to think about an overcoat; when an executive gets a new sports car, visions of country clubs and pleasure beats dance into view.The many wants of mankind might be regarded as making up several levels. 2 .The first and most basic level of wants involves food. Once this want is satisfied, a second level of wants appears: clothing and some sort of shelter. By the end of World War II these wants were satisfied for a great majority of Americans. 3 It included such items as automobile sand new houses.By 1957 or 1958 this third level of wants was fairly well satisfied. Then, in the late 1950s a fourth level of wants appeared: the “life-enriching”level. While the other levels involve physical satisfaction-the feeding, comfort, safety, and transportation of the human body-this level stresses mental needs for recognition, achievement and happiness. It includes a variety of goods andservices, many of which could be called “luxury” items. Among them are vacation trips, the best medical care, and entertainment. 4One this level, a greater percentage of consumer spending goes to services, while on the first three levels more is spent on goods. Will consumers raise their sights to a fifth level of wants as their income increases, or will they continue to demand luxuries and personal services on the fourth levelA fifth level probably would involve wants that can be achieved best by community action. Consumers may be spending more on taxes to pay for government action against disease, ignorance, crime and prejudice. 5 In this way, we can enjoy more fully the good things on the first four levels.A.Then a third level appeared.B.Human wants seem endless.C.When there is money enough to satisfy one level of wants, another level appears.D.There are several levels of wants in one’s life.E.At this stage, we now may seek to ensure the health, safety, and leisure.F.Also included here are fancy foods and the latest styles in clothing.G.Different people have different wants on each level.专项练习六We are all called upon to make a speech at some point in life, but most of us don’t do a very good job. 1 .So, you have to give a speech—and you are terrified. You get nervous, you forget what you want to say, you stumble(结结巴巴)over words, you talk too long, and you bore your audience. Later you th ink, “Thank Goodness, it’s over. I’m just not good at public speaking. I hope I never have to do that again.”Cheep up! 2 . Here are some simple steps to take the pain out of speech making. Ask yourself the purpose of your speech. What is the occasion Why are you speaking Then, gather as many facts as you can on your subject. Spend plenty of your time doing your research. Then spend plenty of your time organizing your material so that your speech is clear and easy to follow. Use as many examples as possible, and use pictures, charts, and graphs if they help you make your points more clearly. 3 . Don’t talk over their heads, and don’t talk down to them. Treat your audience with respect. They will appreciate your thoughtfulness.Just remember: Be prepared. Know your subject, your audience, and the occasion. Be brief.4 . And be yourself. Let your personality come through so that you make person-to-person contact with your audience.If you follow these simple steps, you will see that you don’t have to be afraid of public speaking. In fact, you may find the experience so enjoyable that you volunteer to make more speeches! You’re not convinced yet 5 .A. It doesn’t have to be that bad.B. Take several deep breaths before your speech.C. This article gives some advice on how to give a good speech.D. Say what you have to say and then stop.E. Don’t say what you aren’t familiar with.F. Never forget your audience.G. Give it a try and see what happens.专项练习七There is an English saying:“ 1._.” Until recently, few people took the saying seriously. Now, however, doctors have begun to look into laughter and the effects it has on the human body. 2. ___Tests were carried out to study the effects of laughter on the body. People watched funny films while doctors checked their hearts, blood pressure, breathing and muscles. It was found that laughter has similar effects to physical exercise. 3._. If laughter exercises the body, it must be beneficial.Other tests have shown that laughter appears to be able to reduce the effect of pain on the body. In one experiment doctors produced pain in groups of students who listened to different radio programs. The group that tolerated(忍受) the pain for the longest time was the group which listened to a funny program. 4.___.5.___. They have found that even if their patients do not really feel like laughing , making them smile is enough to produce beneficial effects similar to those caused by laughter.A. Laughter can prolong one’s life.B. As a result of these discoveries, some doctors in the United States now hold laughter clinics in which they help to improve their patients’ condition by encouraging them to laugh.C. The reason why laughter can reduce pain seems to be that it helps to produce a kind of chemicals in the brain which diminish both stress and pain.D. It increases blood pressure, the heart beating and breathing; it also works several groups of muscles in the face, the stomach and even the feet.E. Although laughter helps cure the disease, doctors still can not put this theory into clinic practice.F. Laughter is the best medicine.G. They have found that laughter really can improve people’s health.专项练习八Why do some people have many friends while others do not 1 However, it is not so. Let’s look at two psychological experiments which will give you the key to happy interpersonal relations.The first experiment is called the “Hawthorne effect” after Hawthorne, Illinois, where the experiment took place. A group of psychologists examined the work patterns of two groups of workers in the Western Electric Company. 2 .The psychologists changed the working conditions for one group twice but left the other group alone. They were surprised to find that productivity increase on both occasions and in both groups. They concluded that the increase in productivity came from the attention given to the workers by the management. It had increased their motivation (主动性) and so they had worked harder. In other words, if you take an interest in others ,they will want to please you and you will have good relations with them.3 After Martin Luther King, Jr was killed in the 1960s, a teacher, Jane Elliott, living in an all –white town decided to help her class of young children understand why the Civil Rights Movement had been necessary in America.She divided the class into two groups: one with blue eyes and the other with brown eyes. Other eye colours such as hazel or green were excluded from his exercise. Then she told the class that brown – eyed people were cleverer than blue – eyed ones because of an agent (化学作用) for brown colour found in their blood. Blue – eyed people were stupid, lazy and not to be trusted. Jane Elliott did not need to say any more. The brown – eyed students quickly got used to their new role as the leaders of the class. The blue –eyed students became quiet and withdrawn. Then she discovered something very interesting. Four poor brown – eyed readers began to read fluently in a way they had never done before. 4 .So if you want to be successful and happy, take an interest in others whether they are your classmates or workmates. Congratulate them on their successes and sympathize(怜悯) with them in their troubles. 5 .A. Before the experiment the management talked to both groups of workers and explained that they wanted to find the best working environment for them.B. Remember that the way you treat others will decide their attitude and behaviour to you.C. The second experiment shows what happens to personal relations if you are rude to or ignore(忽视)others.D. The ones who have more friends usually are those who care about others.E. Jane Elliott had shown that the way people are treated affects not only their behaviour but also their confidence and their performance.F.You may even imagine that this ability was something they were born with because it seems so effortless to them.G. The second experiment tells us what teachers said has a great effect on the students.专项练习九The seven Cs of a good letterWhat is the secret of writing a good letter Here are two main ones. Don’t try to be fancy. Don’t try to impress your reader. You will be successful if you follow these seven Cs.e short, direct sentences. 1 Talk as if the reader were right there with you .Above all, don’t use an introduction.Correct, 2 Don’t guess, even for spelling. Refer to your dictionary. If you need to , check a reference book too. Use them as much as you need to.Complete. Don’t scatter our points. 3 This is good organization too.Courteous. Be friendly rather than overly casual. Present your information nicely even if you are complaining about something . In all letters, treat others as you want them to treat you.Concise. Make each point as clearly and briefly as you can.Conversational. This is really the secret of good writing , 4 . Such a letter has a natural, friendly tone. Let your personality come through naturally.Considerate. 5 Write about what you believe the reader needs or wants to know。

高考阅读七选五练习原文及练习含答案高考英语复习

高考阅读七选五练习原文及练习含答案高考英语复习

高考阅读七选五练习Music has long been considered to be an enjoyable pastime for many people.1 The mental health benefits from music can’t be argued.Music could also be helping you with many other health problems behind the scenes.2However,for the same reason,music can be very beneficial if one is in pain.By distracting(分心、)the mind from the pain,music,people say,can lower stress and anxiety levels.This,of course,can lead to less pain.Many people enjoy relaxing music in the evening prior to going to bed.3While the validity of the idea is still being assessed,the lowered stress can even be tied back to blood pressure.Similarly,according to researchers,listening to just30minutes of soft music every day may help with healthy blood sugar levels,through the lowering of stress and anxiety.When it comesto heart health,there is speculation(推测)that it’s not the style of music,but rather the tempo that makes it so good for your heart health.In one European study,participants listened to music as the researchers monitored their heart rates and blood pressure.4On the other hand,when the music slowed,the participants’stress and anxiety levels became lower and the effects on heart rates appeared to follow suit.5But there is a whole range of other health issues that turning up the radio could be beneficial for,which is what makes music so valuable.A.This feeling can also result in many other health problems.B.Some experts say that music can be harmful if it is too loud.C.This idea is a little off-the-wall but still has scientific backing.D.They say it can play a big role in calming the brain enough to sleep.E.The implications of music on overall well-being are really impressive.F.It is also highly popular due to the individualized effects on stress and anxiety.G Interestingly,the more cheerful the music was,the faster their heart rates were. Keys:1-5FBDGE拓展练习假定你校正在组织英语作文比赛。

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高考英语阅读理解专题训练---七选五Passage 1Tips for Improving the Communication in Your RelationshipThere is a lot more to effective communication in a relationship than just talking about the weather. ____71_____Doiing so will help you to create a more intimate and productive relationship. In this article, we have some tips that will help you enhance the communication between you and your partner so you can start having a better relationship.1.Listen Carefully Before RespondingSometimes in the heat of an argument, we will react to something that is said before we really understand what is being said. _______ This is more important than responding automatically.2.Keep It Cool When DisagreeingWhen a discussion starts turning into an argument, it can go in an ugly direction. Avoid this by sticking to the point and not bringing up old arguments. ________ Then you can resume the conversation later with clearer heads and a fresh perspective.3.______It can be difficult if you weren’t raised in a family that did much communicating, but there are things you can do to help yourself be more open and honest with your partner. _______ You should take responsibility on someone else! There is no denying that this can be a tough first step, especially if the relationship has already fallen into less supportive communication habits. But if you don’t fix it now, it will only get worse. It takes a real effort from both parties to build the trust that can help save a relationship.A.Share Your Feelings OpenlyB.Learn To Have Fun TogetherC.Spending time together will help increase intimacyD.Sometimes the best thing to do is to take a break and cool off.E.Take the time to really listen to what your partner is sayingF.It is important to start sentences with “I feel…” instead of “ You make me feel…”G.Real communication involves honesty, having fun and learning to avoid arguments.Passage 2How to Overcome WorryWhen we worry about an event that may not occur, we waste precious energy and time. There is a philosophy that if we worry about something it is actually more likely to happen; we attract the negative event through our negative thoughts. Worry never helps, it just leaves us without peace of mind. ________ Here are a few steps that will help.1.Concentrate on the PresentWorry means we are advancing into the future and speculating that the worst might happen. Worrying about the future is not helpful. ______ Many religious texts tell us, “Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will take care of itself.”2.Imagine How Good Things Can OccurIf we concentrate on the negative, it is likely to create negative emotions and negative thoughts. If we worry, this in itself is a problem for us; it becomes a vicious cycle(恶性循环). If you find yourself often in a state of fear or worry, make conscious effort to visualize the best overcome. Imagine yourself doing the best you can in the circumstances and then being detached(分开) fromthe result. The mind needs to be occupied. ________3.________Someone once told me this trick. Place all your worried in a box( write them down on a piece of paper) and then open the box in a week’s time. Many of these worries will not have materialized, so you can cross them out. ______ In this way, you can put your worries away. You will also see how many worries prove groundless. When you realize how so many worries fail to materialize, you will find it easier to stop worrying in the first place.A.Do Whatever You can and then Relax.B.Put Worries in a Box and Open Them LaterC.We are not responsible for what the world saysD.So it is important to be able to overcome unnecessary worry.E.So it is best to have it focused on something positiveF.If you still have things to worry about, leave them for another week.Passage 3Methods To Help You Learn FrenchThe French language, without doubt, is considered one of the most beautiful and romantic languages in the world. There are thousands of people who would love to be fluent in this popular language and be able to communicate fluently in it. ________1.Learn it onlineUntil a while ago, the only way to learn French was to go to regular classes at a training institute. But now, one of the easiest and most convenient ways to learn French is to learn it online! There are many websites on the Internet today that offer various courses in the French language for all kinds of people, right from the beginner level to the more advanced stages. ________ These websites will serve as a good instruction to the language. You also can choose a good paid program to ensure that you are able to gain sufficient mastery of the language.2.Try to put French into practical useIt is not enough to attend a French language course and devote a little time each day to learn the language. _______ consciously making an effort to think and talk to ourselves in French in our heads gives us the flexibility to exercise our French muscles anywhere and at any time.3.Do your homework diligently, read French books and learn French songs.Most online courses will have daily activities or homework assigned to the learner each day. _______ Also make it a habit to buy and read French newspapers and simple books that will help you to improve your vocabulary and sentence formation skills. ______ Learning the words of the songs and singing along is a great way to learn French.A.Try to find a French teacher online.B.There are some websites that offer free French courses.C.Some people want to learn French just to be able to sing beautiful songs.D.There are also lots of simple and interesting French songs that you can listen to.E.Do them diligently, as they are a sure and fun way to learn the language.F.Learners should also put their new-found knowledge to practical use.G.There are many techniques that can be followed to learn this romantic language.Passage 4Easy Ways to Reduce Your Home BillsMoney is the main concern for most people approaching or already enjoying retirement. ________ Here are some clever tips to ensure you pay less.1.Make weekly menusIf you plan your meals for the week, then write out a shopping list to fit your menus so that you will be less likely to buy unnecessary things when you go to the supermarket. Most shops are deliberately laid out to take you past lots of tempting extras while you look for things. _______ And if you do need to drop into your supermarket for an item you have forgotten, always use a basket. It’s far too easy to start adding extras to a trolley.(手推车)2.Get the best dealBefore you set out, you could check which supermarket in your area offers the best overall deal for your weekly shopping list. Remember also to go for own-brand goods whenever suitable products are available.3.________They might not admit to this, but many supermarket chains discount foods at regular intervals(间隔)--- for example, a certain ice-cream might be half price once every four weeks. Other items that are discounted on a regular basis include bread, orange juice, pasta sauce, coffee, biscuits, chicken breasts, yogurt, and so on. _________ You could also make a habit of doing your supermarket shopping in the last hour or two before the store closed---that is when you’ll find big discounts on perishable(易腐烂的)products, such as bread, meat, fish, and so on.A.Study sales patternsB.Go online or to a discount shopC.Another way to cut the cost might be to shop onlineD.So knowing how to reduce your home bills is quite importantE.They are usually cheaper than branded items for the listF.So decide in advance what you will buy and stick to the listG.Once you are aware of the pattern, you will never buy these products at full price againPassage 5How to Build Healthy Interpersonal RelationshipHuman beings are social creatures and thrive(茁壮成长) in relationships with others. A healthy part to be a well-rounded, happy individual is engaging in healthy relationships with others. These friendships can provide safe environments in which individuals can thrive and help promote general well-being. _________.1.Know your worthOne of the first steps to build healthy interpersonal relationships is understanding one’s value. When an individual is aware of and treasures what he or she has, the building of relationships can be founded on that knowledge. _______ everyone has talents. When this worth is discovered, a person can then make use of these skills in approaching interpersonal relationships. If someone is a good listener, showing how to develop this skill can attract relationships with individuals who have a need for this talent.2.Recognize the value in others______ In a healthy interpersonal relationship, both parties should be respected and feel as if they are valued in the friendship. At the point that contributions to the relationship become one-sided,the relationship will move from healthy to unhealthy.3._________Another way to build healthy relationships is to seek out individuals with the same value systems and lifestyles. Knowing that a friend will not request something from an individual will help to foster trust in the relationship.________ The friendship can grow on this familiarity. Trust can also develop from these similarities and go a long way in fostering a healthy friendship.A.Everyone has worthB.Be true to yourselfC.Seek out individuals with similar value systemsD. A healthy interpersonal relationship cannot be built on dishonestyE.Also, having the same lifestyle can provide a link of familiarity.F.Here are some tips to build healthy interpersonal relationshipsG.Along with understanding one’s worth is recognizing and understanding the worth of others.Passage 6Why You Should Master the Art of PersuasionDo you still remember a product you bought that you didn’t actually plan to buy? Some sort of advertisement influenced you to make that decision. ______ It is a process which aims to change one’s attitude, behavior, beliefs, intention and principles. You might not understand the reasons why you should master the art of persuasion. Here they are.1.Succeed in a Job InterviewWhen you apply for a job, you know that there are thousands of applicants for the same job. ______ The only way to come out on top and stand out from thousands of interviewees for that particular job is by applying persuasion. You convince your interviewer that he will not find anyone like you anywhere else.2.Generate More SalesStarting a business is one thing. _____ If you start a business and you can’t manage to profit from it, that means you are wasting your time and money on something that is worth doing. Only those who can master the art of persuasion are able to succeed. _______ Therefore, you should visualize persuasion as a prolific way to generate sales and succeed in all types of business.3.Avoid being persuaded by othersCan you recall a product that you brought in a shop that seemed to be very useful and cost-effective at first glance and made you changed your views, but after a while you realized that you had wasted your money on something worthless? I know you remember. _______ You could have prevented that purchase if you had mastered the art of persuasion by unmasking the truth and making the right decision.A.Profiting is anotherB.That thing has a name and it is called persuasionC.It was a successful attempt at persuasionD.You should buy what you need onlyE.It is the job of your dreams and you really want to get itF.Persuasion in business can be applied in several waysG.Most of us haven’t realized that our lives are influenced by persuasion。

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