专题 24 阅读理解之七选五-2024年新高考英语一轮复习练小题刷大题提能力（原卷版）.docx

1、专题 24 七选五 刷大题、提能力1.（2023年福建省三所重点名校校协作高三联考）The days when art was an Olympic sportDid you know that creating works of art used to be an Olympic competition? 1 In the first year, Walter Winans became the first and the only Olympian to win medals for both art and sports. Despite this seemingly optimisti

2、c start, the idea of the arts being included in the Olympic Games soon met with disinterest, finally resulting in the removal of the art competition from the Olympic Games. 2 The idea to include art in the Olympics came from Baron Pierre de Coubertin, who was the founder of the International Olympic

3、 Committee, which created the modern Olympics. Coubertin believed that the arts and sports were linked and was impressed by anyone who had a firm command of both a sport and an artistic discipline(项目).Why arent the arts included in the Olympics today?For starters, only amateurs were allowed to compe

4、te in the arts part of the Olympics. 3 Having artists of average quality competing while only the most competent athletes were allowed to compete created a dramatic divide and gave the impression that the arts were not as important as sports.Secondly, works of art created had to have sports as the s

5、ubject matter. 4 Limiting the subjects also contributed to making the arts part of the Olympic Games boring to the general public.Finally, one of the biggest reasons was that the arts are subjective. Sports can be judged by time and distance, making it easy to determine who is the winner. 5 This dif

6、ficulty in judging a definite winner resulted in the arts part becoming a non-competitive exhibition that ran for the duration of the Olympic Games.AWhy was art made an Olympic discipline?BWhat is a discipline in the Olympic Games?CThis rule made the objects produced seem really boring.DThe arts, on

7、 the other hand, are not quite so easy to judgeEHowever, the arts part of the Olympics Games was soon abandonedFThis means that many famous artists were banned from participating.GFor 36 years, from 1912 to 1948, artists participated in the Olympic Games.2.（2023年河南省平汝名校高三试题）The act of making and bei

8、ng a friend is as simple as it is difficult. Here area few tips to help you make new friends as well as to take better care of the friendships you already have. 6 . Its a little bit awkward to reach out to somebody you dont know wellwhether thats sending the first text message or starting small talk

9、 in the elevator. But you have to accept it. Otherwise you cant make any new friends.Remember that people will like you more than you think they will. 7 . Gillian Sandstrom, a senior lecturer in psychology at the University of Essex in the UK, has done research on something called the “liking gap”,

10、which says that the little voice in your head telling you that somebody doesnt like you very much is wrong. 8 . Instead, remember that when you talk to someone else, youre actually brightening their day.Invest in activities that you love. Ask anyone about how to make friends and they will most likel

11、y tell you to try a new hobby. It might sound empty, but it works. 9 . Then people will be drawn to you because youll be in the right place.Be present. The planet is warming, and theres so much good television out there to watch. We get it. But if you want to keep your friendships, you have to show

12、up for them. 10 .ASo dont listen to itBAccept the awkwardnessCDo the things youre enthusiastic aboutDYou dont have to be interested in just one thingEYou have to listen and notice things about your friendFWe have a few tips for being present and engaged with your friendsGActually, this advice is bas

13、ed on a well-known theory and some field research3.（河北省石家庄二十七中2023年试题）Mental Health Crisis Among Teens Demands a New ApproachSince the CDC released its survey results last month showing alarmingly high rates of sadness and depressive thoughts among teens, fingers have been pointed from two sides at

14、the causes of this crisis. 11 . Others say that todays more secular(世俗的)culture has confused our most vulnerable young people. But neither side seems to grasp the true urgency of the issue.According to the CDCs findings, more than one in five of the 17,000 high school students surveyed reported ment

15、al breakdown. Their rates of sadness and hopelessness are the highest in a decade, reflecting an increasing trend exacerbated by societys isolation(隔离)and stress. 12 .Parents as well as teachers and others who have direct contact with children must accept this preventive approach. It is crucial that

16、 they not be afraid to ask direct questions about depressive thoughts. 13 . It is also especially important that parents understand what help is available to their children. 14 . For example, we can demand equity equality, which means insurance coverage(保险范围)for behavioral illnesses health issues th

17、at is for physical , thus reducing the financial burden. We can also urge our congressmen to fund health programs and expand mental health professions. 15 . Put the politics aside. There are lives in the balance.AAnd they should resist the false idea that raising a question creates a risk that was n

18、ot there before.BThis means that we must put aside our disagreements and approach this issue as a matter of life and death.CSome have argued that the climate issue has created an existential threat and accompanying anxiety.DHospitalization may also be appropriate when the person in question shows an

19、 immediate danger to themselves.EAt the macro(宏观的)level, our country can do so much more to help people struggling with mental health problems and their families.FIts time to stop blaming and turn our attention to this generation of struggling teenagers.GIts time for those who have the power to ampl

20、ify(放大)their voices and drive change to focus on helping teenagers and families access the help they need.4.（2023年山东省德州市高三三模试题）Anger is the most destructive emotion. When you are in a temper, you make hasty ill-considered decisions that you will probably regret. You will also regret reckless languag

21、e spoken without thought. 16 Here are some ways that you can combat the causes of anger. 17 You have to accept that sometimes things do go wrong and that people are not always lovely. Try to accept that other people do behave in ways that will make you both frustrated and angry. Often, there might b

22、e an excellent reason why a person acted in away that you found unacceptable.Realizing that no one is perfect is a good start to avoiding getting angry. 18 Neither will they behave in the same way that you would in a given situation.Reacting angrily is a hard habit to break. The trick is to avoid re

23、acting when faced with a situation that usually angers. Anger is a negative reaction, but in this type of situation, there is no value in reacting by forming positive thoughts. 19 This way,your anger will not get the emotional food it needs to survive.Dont take the easy way when you get angry. We al

24、l get tempted to throw something, hit something, or scream when we are angry. You might say you feel better after an angry outburst, but that is just the after-effect of the adrenalin (肾上腺素) your body released while you were angry. A reaction like that is the easy way. It is much harder to stay calm

25、, to walk away from conflict, or to take a deep breath and act normally. 20 AStop trying to manage your anger.BWhat can be done to control anger?CYou need to learn not to respond at all.DThat, however, is what you must do if you are to stop anger.EYou need to change your attitude to the way the worl

26、d works.FTaking positive steps will help you overcome feelings of anger.GAlso, you need to accept that not everyone has the same standards as you.5.（2023年江西省上饶市六校高三次联考试题）As we walked along the street recently, my friend suddenly sighed, “How I miss the ice-cream my grandma used to buy me after schoo

27、l!” 21 , which cost her 9.8 yuan, almost 10 limes higher than the “grandma ice cream”. But it was just one of the fair-priced treats. 22 It was written by a user who claimed he “randomly picked a plain-looking ice-cream” in a store, and was shocked when the register showed it was 68 yuan. He bought

28、it anyway, but said that every bite tasted more bitter than sweet. “Never pick any brand of ice-cream youre not familiar with,” the Weibo user wrote. I miss the good old days too, but on second thoughts, I dont believe that some expensive ice-cream means the market is “corrupted”. 23 . Consumption u

29、pgrades may boost demand and expensive ice-cream exists because some consumers like it. Zhao Xuekuan, a senior ice-cream dealer agrees with me. His shop has probably the widest variety of ice-creams m the market. 24 , but young customers favor fancier ones. They are quite particular about the ingred

30、ients, expecting they provide not only good tastes, but also high protein and low calories. 25 . Its a good thing that recently, the State Administration for Market Regulation issued a new rule that goods must be sold with a clearly marked price tag, or the retailer will be fined up to 100, 000 yuan

31、. Let the fair play carry on and consumers will make their own choices.AThey dont choose cheaper onesBThe other day I read a post on WeiboCWhile walking, she was licking on oneDThe development of a market has its own rulesEFor the past few months, many cities went through lockdownFOf course, market

32、supervisors should still monitor ice-cream pricing closelyGHe said that the bestsellers in his shop are always classic types that cost less than 5 yuan each6.（2023年四川省南充市高三三诊试题）People often throw a party to celebrate a variety of occasions. For example, birthdays, graduations, holidays, the end of t

33、he semester. the beginning of summer, and so on. If you have ever thrown a party, you must be aware of the biggest problem of waste. 26 .Where does all of this rubbish go? It will end up in the landfills. In order to change this situation, its important to decrease waste to the most. 27 . As a matte

34、r of fact, e-invitations are quick, easy, and more modern than traditional paper invites. 28 . If there are any people in your crowd who say its tacky (俗气的)to use e-cards, tell them its tackier to pollute the environment by using traditional ones. That should keep them quiet. Reuse and recycle. Redu

35、ce waste by buying party foods (with less packaging) and send guests home with leftover shacks. Use plates you can wash and reuse, rather than hand out disposable paper plates for peoples pizza. Make it easy for your guests to recycle. 29 , making it obvious that one is for real rubbish and the othe

36、r is for recycled goods. Allow each person only one cup. Since everyone has the same cup, it is quite easy to mix up the cups. After you put it down for a second, you cant recognize which cup belongs to you. Then, you will reach for a totally new one. As the result, after the party, you will find ma

37、ny cups are thrown away, causing a lot of waste. 30 .AMake full use of paper invitationsBSend e-invitations instead of paper onesCIts also the environmentally soundest choiceDIts a good idea to allow guests to take their cups awayEPut out two rubbish cans and write something on them clearlyFImagine

38、the mess left from all the parties that are held in the worldGTry a new system of handing each guest a cup that you mark with their name7.（2023年浙江省绍兴市稽阳联谊学校高三联考试题）Digital technologies are taking up too much of our time and attention. Many of us will spend a significant part of our lives staring at s

39、creens, missing out on satisfying relationships and feeling more emotional pain. For many years, weve been taught that the solution to this potential harm is some form of digital detox (脱瘾), which mainly shows us what not to do after our digital addiction. 31 Try the following three steps to achieve

40、 balance in your and your familys digital life:Determine your problem timesIdentify the times and situations when being on screens is making your life worse. It could be when you are streaming a TV series right before bed, feeling depressed afterward and losing hours of sleep. Or you could be gettin

41、g stuck on your device at the dinner table and end up getting distracted. 32 Identify your top two or three problem situations. 33 Once you identify the pain points, for example, scrolling (滚动浏览) on TikTok for hours keeps you from sleeping and makes you feel depressed afterward), ask yourself: What

42、is screen time replacing and what goals is it serving? In other words, what are you actually hungry for? You might be endlessly scrolling because you want to feel uplifted at the end of the day. Write down the things you really want.Try a substitute 34 Its crucial to pick something that consistently

43、 makes you feel good. For example, if your goal is social connection, make plans for a nice meal with a friend or take that weekly meeting in person rather than via Zoom. If your goal is inspiration, schedule time for oil painting, reading historical fiction or whatever it is that uplifts you. 35 An

44、d at last, you will become empowered, healthy and wise digital citizens.AIdentify your true desire.BDetermine your pain points.CPretty soon, these replacements will make you feel more satisfied.DBut the only way to truly gain control is to take positive steps in advance.EOr maybe you are inefficient

45、 at work because youre doing too much online shopping.FAsk yourself how you can meet those needs through something other than screen time.GIf your digital life is out of balance, reducing time on devices is an important first step.8.（湖北省2023年高三联合测评试题）What a comedian can teach you about managing stre

46、ssWe often accept stress as part of the cost of modern life, but it really doesnt have to be. We all know that laughter is the best medicine. 36 People who can laugh at their own misfortunes bounce back faster and stronger. Here is what a comedian says about coping with stress. You can try to find a

47、 different perspective. 37 Once a friend of mine fell asleep in the middle of a class. His teacher decided to make fun of him by inviting students to applaud, wondering whether my friend would applaud along when he woke up. He did and the whole class burst outlaughing. After learning everything, he

48、was both embarrassed and ashamed of course but after a while, my friend laughed. “If this had happened to someone else, it would have been amusing. So its no less funny, just because it happened to me. “ 38 Theres no doubt that we all experience great stress now and then. Weve all been personally af

49、fected, in some way. You might not have felt like laughing at the time But now, looking back, you could consider all of the strange aspects of the experience and all of the things you did to keep active or simply stay sane (神志正常的) . When you share stories with your friends, you can choose to share s

50、tories of trauma (创伤) and pain, or you can choose to lift their spirits with stories of hope and growth. 39 Take the exact same story and change the focus from “feel sorry for me” to “laugh with me”. Keep in mind that were all in this together, that we all share the same ridiculous experiences, and

51、that we can laugh together at whatever life throws at us. 40 AAlways share a good story.BWhy not do what comedians do?CYou can also look again and laugh.DBut laughter does more than cheer you up.EThen you are able to make a simple choice.FIn this way. you will say goodbye to stress forever.GIf you h

52、ave trouble seeing the funny side, you may find the following inspiring.9.（四川省成都市第七中学2023年高三模拟检测）For most people, nothing is better than having an iced beer after you are back home in hot summer. 41 Why? Just for the sake of your own health and the happiness of your family. Now good news for you. Fr

53、om now on you neednt feel guilty just because you love beer. On the contrary, the benefits of drinking beer are obvious. But there is still one IMPORTANT point I have to make clear. 42 1. Beer reduces risk of heart disease You can easily reduce the risk of heart disease by 30% or more if you are one

54、 of the individuals who drink a pint of beer per day. The result is totally opposite if you drink too much beer. Be careful with your portions.2. 43 Beer prevents diabetes due to the alcohol content which increases insulin (胰岛素) sensitivity. Also, beer is rich in dissolvable fiber that is so needed

55、if the individual suffers from diabetes.Beer minimizes risk of cancer Xanthohumol (抗氧化剂黄腐酚) is found in beer, which is very important since it has anti-cancer properties. Drinking beer in moderation speeds up chemical reactions that keep off the risk of prostate cancer (前列腺癌) in males. 44 Strange? B

56、ut it is true. That is because the drink contains components that decrease the risk of breast cancer.4. Beer manages blood pressureAccording to the recent studies carried out by Harvard researchers, middle-aged women who drink beer in moderation were much less likely to develop high blood pressure.

57、Other alcoholic drinks do not have the same properties.5. Beer treats dandruff (头皮屑) 45 The high content of vitamin B and yeast (酵母菌) will make your hair smooth and silky. Go and have a try.Youll be surprised to find the annoying dandruff finally gone.ABeer lowers risk of diabetes.BBeer improves you

58、r oily skin.CBelieve it or not, women should also drink beer.DAt the same time, you may be a little nervous and guilty.ESome people prefer a beer to some pills when they get a cold in summer.FRemember it is how much beer you consume that matters to your health.GBeer is much healthier than all the sh

59、ampoos and conditioners (护发素) that you see on the shelves in the supermarket or in advertisements.10.（2023年河北省衡水市第二中学试卷）Giving generously and receiving gratefully make it easier to live happily with others. 46 Let me start with the idea of giving generously. 47 For example, my husband and I have fam

60、ily members who only contact us when they need money. We usually accept their requests, but we rarely receive a “thank you”. Most people would say that my husband and I are being used, and I suppose we are. But when we give, we shouldnt be giving for the purpose of getting gratitude or praise. Rathe

61、r, we should be giving because it is a good thing.The good news is that when we lead our life being nice to others, our life runs more smoothly. 48 But if you practice being generous, most of your relationships will improve.At the same time, we should remember to receive gratefully. I truly believe

62、that you cant say “thank you” enough when you receive. 49 Parents can feel unappreciated by their children, and teachers can feel unappreciated by their students. Do you think it unnecessary to thank them when receiving just because a task is part of someones job description？ Thats wrong！ 50 It is g

63、ood for us to say “thank you” because we regularly need to remind ourselves how lucky we are. And hearing those two words can make us feel great for days.If you are looking for a way to improve your life, I can give you one: Give generously and receive gratefully.ASo often we get lazy about expressi

64、ng gratitude.BThus,saying “thank you” can bring us good luck.CIf you are generous, some people will use you.DIn return, we are to help others by giving them our time or money.EI think people are unwilling to be generous to others for fear of being used.FYet,why do we have such difficulty achieving t

65、hese things in our relationships？GWords of appreciation make others feel good about themselves like nothing else.11.（2023福建省漳州市高中毕业班质量检测试题）People say water can improve health and memory. But now some experts say that to think drinking water equals health is taking things too far and that hydration(水

66、合作用）is about the balance between electrolytes(电解质)like sodium and the water in your body.Then. how much water do you need to drink? Many say you should drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. Not so, some experts say. 51 A 200-pound person who hikes 10 miles in the heat needs more water than a 1

67、20-pound office manager in a temperature-controlled building. 52 Someone with a heart condition or kidney stones has one level of need. A person taking diuretic drugs(利尿药）may need a different amount of water.You may need to change the amount you are drinking if you lave been ill with vomiting or dia

68、rrhea.Water is a better choice than sugary sodas or fruit juices. 53 One popular idea is that caffeine or alcohol will make your body lose much water. But one study showed the effect is not significant.You also get water from what you eat. Fruits, vegetables, and soups all add to the intake of water

69、. Your body will tell you if you are hydrated enough. You dont have to think about it or add up the ounces you drink. 54 Electrolytes are essential minerals. 55 Some sports drinks ads say you need to add electrolytes to stay healthy. But some experts say that your body produces electrolytes. You may

70、 need more water if you exercise a lot during the heat of the day. Otherwise, most people get enough electrolytes from food.AJust drink then you are thirsty.BThey are vital to many functions in the bodyCIt gives you more energy and makes you look good.DInstead, your body and the activities you atten

71、d matter.EIt is also necessary to set a timetable about when to drink water.FThe amount of water you need in a day also depends on your health. GBut when it comes to hydration, any drink can add water to your system.12.（浙江省杭州地区重点中学2022年高三试题）Shyness is normal and it is not considered as a mental prob

72、lem. All people have been shy at one time or another. Even the most confident people experienced being shy. 56 .You probably are wondering why you are shy. It may be because of the environment you were used to or the way you were brought up. Certain events or incidents in the past may also lead to t

73、he reason why you are shy now. 57 Most shy people have shy parents and relatives and it is not surprising to find out that they too have become shy persons.One of the negative sides of being shy is having the tendency to be passive. Most of the time shy people cant stand up for themselves and what t

74、hey believe is right. 58 This apparently influences their social life as well as work, family and other aspects of their life.While shyness has negative aspects, it has positive sides. Shy people are usually good observers and do not get themselves into too much trouble because they try to observe t

75、heir environment or any situation before they act. 59 They can also make great friends. Since they have difficulties in social scenes, making friends seems to be a must. Therefore, they value their friends wholeheartedly and have proven to be loyal and thoughtful friends. 60 Some of them born with s

76、hy parents have successfully battled against being shy. This contributes to their constant self-improvement, developing self-esteem and trying to be exposed to new environments.ABut in most cases, shyness proves to be genetic.BThey are sensitive and accustomed to getting suspicious.CBecause some peo

77、ple are born to be shy, they let it go hang.DSo if youre feeling shy, dont worry because you are not alone.EThey are not hot-headed and think twice before making any decisions.FAlthough shyness is something from birth, it can be improved over time.GThey avoid crowds by nature and stay away from grou

78、ps and social interactions.13.（2024届江苏省徐州市沛县高三模拟 ）For the holiday gathering, you may be wondering how youre going to pull it off. Before we go into the specifics, a few words of general advice: You dont have to throw the party your parents did. 61 We talked to a party-planning expert, Miller. Heres

79、her advice on how to host a stress-free holiday gathering without losing your mind. 62 The best way to avoid being exhausted is to be prepared. Many seasoned hosts set their tables several days in advance. “Always pretend your event is a few days before.” Miller says. 63 She recommends cleaning the

80、house, rounding up an extra dining chair and buying drinks a few days in advance.Pick a serving setup. Before you choose your menu, determine your serving style. 64 If youve got the space for it, a family-style meal where people sit around a table and food is passed on big plates can cut down on the

81、 need for complicated decorations. “Food can be part of the design, so youre not going crazy with flowers or anything,” she says. Embrace a mixed menu. The pandemic has made takeout an option not only for family dinners, but also for entertaining, because many restaurants now offer specific holiday

82、dinner dishes to take home. 65 “You can do a party with literally no cooking,” Ramos says. “I like to live in the in-between, but its up to you.” Time- and stress-savers include relying on make-ahead dishes.AThis is your show.BDress the house in your own style.CBe prepared with a carefully worked-ou

83、t plan.DYou can get great food from so many local places.EThrow a party that isnt on the holiday itself.FBuffets are good if you dont have a large dining table.GThere is always work you have to do at the last minute.14.（广东省七校联合体2023-2024学年高三第一次联考试题）How to Set GoalsWhether you have small dreams or hi

84、gh expectations, setting goals allows you to plan how you want to move through life. 66 Find out your life goals. Ask yourself some important questions about what you want for your life. What do you want to achieve today, in a year, and in your lifetime? The answers to this question can be as genera

85、l as “I want to be happy” or “I want to help people” . 67 Set specific (具体的) goals. Be specific and realistic about what it is that you want to achieve. Research shows that setting a specific goal makes you more likely to achieve it. 68 For example, “Be healthier” is too big and vague to be a helpfu

86、l goal. “I want to eat more vegetables, and I want to run a marathon” is better.Write out your goals. Be detailed, be clear, and include your steps. 69 Keep your list in a place where you can get informed frequently. This will help keep you motivated. 70 You may find yourself set in your ways concer

87、ning broad life goals, but take the time to reevaluate your smaller goals. Are you accomplishing them according to your timeline?Are they still necessary to keep you on track towards your larger life goals? Allow yourself the flexibility (灵活性) to make some small changes to your goals.AAdjust your go

88、als.BTrack and measure your progress.CHaving a plan will help push you ahead.DWriting them down tends to make them a little more real.EHere are some important ideas that you may find helpful.FConsider what you hope to achieve in 10, 15, or 20 years.GRemember that you may need to break large goals in

89、to smaller goals.15.（广东省河源市2023-2024学年高三开学联考）Travelling Economically Get a ride to travel destinations with friends or acquaintances (熟人). If people you know are driving to a location you would like to visit, take advantage of the opportunity to ask them for a lift. Offer to help with gas money or,

90、if you dont have any cash, offer a trade or service instead. 71 Practice safe hitchhiking to get around. 72 Ask each driver several questions before getting in the vehicle, including what their name is, where they are heading and why they are going there. Follow your gut instinct (直觉) and avoid gett

91、ing into a car with anyone who gives you a bad feeling. 73 There are many ridesharing websites and apps that allow budget travellers to find a shared lift to their destination. These sites will also screen and identify the drivers, making the ridesharing experience safe and simple. Search for availa

92、ble rideshares in your area, which may vary in cost but will cost significantly less than travelling alone. Join a free hospitality (好客)-sharing community. 74 You will be able to chat with participating members living in the area you are travelling to and arrange accommodations before travelling. In

93、 addition to being able to sleep on someones couch or in their spare room, you may find someone to show you around the city. Camp at inexpensive campsites. Camping can be a budget-friendly activity if you find the right park or site. 75 Visit http:/www.uscampgrounds.info/ for a comprehensive list of

94、 North American campgrounds, which indicates sites with a rate of $12 or less per night.AGet to new destinations with ridesharing services.BHitchhiking is not an exact science but an art form.CSearch online for camp sites near your travel destination.DHitchhiking is a free way to travel, but you need to be cautious.EOne of my big worries when it comes to camping is keeping everyone safe.FBe a polite and respectful co-traveller to show your appreciation for their generosity.GFind free accommodations in other cities by joining a couchsurfing community online.