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1、专题验收评价专题11 七选五之利用设空位置解题内容概览A常考题不丢分【命题点01 设空在段首】【命题点02 设空在段中】【命题点03 设空在段尾】【微专题 段首主旨句易错陷阱 】B拓展培优拿高分C挑战真题争满分【命题点01 设空在段首】1.【2023湖北省华中师范大学第一附属中学第二次学业质量评价检测】_4_ And not always in a good way. For example, in one 2011 study, teens doing a driving task in a lab took more risks when their friends were around

2、. Researchers also looked at the teens brains during this task. They saw activity in a part of the brain thats involved in rewards, which suggests the teens were changing their behavior to try to get social approval.AIt can also lower the viewers self-control.BA popular post doesnt necessarily mean

3、it is a quality post.CIts no surprise: Feedback from peers affects how teens behave.DTheir brains respond to those likes by turning on the reward center.EAnd that can, inappropriately, make us feel less successful than them.FBut those “likes” can have power that goes beyond a simple connection.GMost

4、 of what they do is read and respond to posts by friends and family.2. 【2023江苏省苏北七市高三二模】_3_You cannot achieve them unless you understand your needs and intentions. It is easier said than done because most people fail to make an effort to know themselves. Spend time thinking over and knowing your str

5、engths and weaknesses. Once you know yourself better, you can create a plan to work towards becoming more patient, honest, and forgiving.AKnow yourself better.BAccept the person you are.CLife can be a lot better with the right decisions.DIt is a healthy choice that enables you to be happy.EPick it a

6、s a daily habit, and you will notice the difference.FThe way you spend your time determines the course of your life.GThe best way to build self-belief is by reflecting on your own thoughts.3.【2023安徽省皖江联盟高三最后一卷联考】_39_Ask yourself why so many people are drawn to countless travel trips or destinations.

7、 Even if you disagree with everything that travel agencies say, exploring the viewpoints might explain why some routes that dont seem valid to you appeal to others. This will allow you to explore alternatives, evaluate your own choices, and ultimately help you make more informed decisions.AExplore o

8、ther points of view.BApply the information collected.CIn other words, get to know what youre looking for.DThen what about the long-term environmental effects?EBut it can help us increase the number of positive choices we make.FTherefore, ask yourself about what interests you most and what is needed.

9、GIt helps you weigh different options, moving you closer to a wiser decision.4. 【2023湖北省十一校第二次联考】 But if youre a glass half empty type of person, could seeing the world through rose-tinted glasses work for you? Every bean has its black. _4_ Some people say its best to celebrate the positives and ign

10、ore the negative parts of our lives._5_. Vicki Siska says “Music feeds my soul, a sense of humour keeps things in perspective”. Pippa Kennedy says “being grateful for what you have!” Other people recommend doing yoga and meditation as well as staying fit to help maintain a positive outlook on life.A

11、Accepting this helps us control our emotionsBAccept it and make efforts to improve yourselfCits possible that optimists better handle infectionsDBut having this mindset could have many benefitsEBut it could help you have a positive outlook on lifeFit might encourage you to have a more hopeful outloo

12、k on lifeGPeople have their personal advice on keeping a positive approach to life【命题点02 设空在段中】1.【2023山西临汾临汾第一中学校校联考三模】When you wake up every morning, what will you do first to start your day? 31 . Here are some things productivity experts do to get weekday mornings off to a good start.I drink a gla

13、ss of cold water.Every morning, I start my day with a big glass of ice water. 32 , rehydrating(补充水分) with ice water helps me think more clearly. To make this morning step a no-brainer, I fill up a cup with ice water and place it on my nightstand before bed. When I wake up, its right there and ready

14、for me without having to make my way to the kitchen.I do a breathing exercise to get centered.I enjoy staying up late at night, so the early morning club is not for me. These three simple habits have been helpful for me: daily affirmation (坚定信念)，breathing exercise and gratitude journaling. Once awak

15、e, I silently say a positive affirmation. Usually, it is “I am calm. Breathe.” 33 . It takes 10 minutes, but if I do not have time, I would just do a one-minute breathing exercise. Finally, my gratitude journal helps me set the intention for the day.AI set my own goal for the dayBI decide how I want

16、 my day to endCLastly, I create a short list of my daily to-dosDBecause you lack water after sleeping all nightEAlthough its appealing to head straight for the coffeeFThen a breathing exercise follows to deepen the positive affirmationGActually small steps can be done to make a big difference in you

17、r work2.【2023湖南长沙湖南师大附中校考一模】Are you an elementary or high school student with all kinds of invention ideas? You might not know what to do with all of these ideas or how to turn them into workable inventions. 36 With some planning and practice, you can make these ideas into a working device. Identify

18、 a problem worth solving.Look at the world around you and ask yourself: What could work better? What task could be done better or faster? What annoys you and how could you fix it? 37 Not every idea will be a great one, but dont be afraid to think outside the box.Draft your idea.Draw out a basic illu

19、stration of what your invention will look like. 38 List the types of materials you would use to build the finished project. Dont hesitate to make multiple drafts of the same design until you are satisfied with the result.AOr turn to your older peers if they can help you out as well.BIf you enjoy cre

20、ating things, you may consider becoming an inventor.CWith some planning and practice, you can make these ideas into a working device.DBe creative with your ideas.EGather the necessary materials.FLook around your home for recycled materials that you may be able to use.GMake notes about how various pi

21、eces will go together.3.【2023江苏南京南京市第一中学校考模拟预测】Sometimes dealing with your negative emotions can be challenging. When life is stressful, its very easy to give in to feelings of anger or depression. 51 Here are some ways that car help you better deal with a wide range of negative emotions.Acknowledge

22、 your feelings.Dealing with negative emotions can be difficult. But its important to allow yourself to experience those emotions, as suppressing (抑制) them can cause stress. 52 For example, if you are feeling nervous, ask yourself, “What am I afraid of?” Acknowledging the issue can help you figure ou

23、t how to handle it.AHave a try to change your environment.BBe calm and reasonable while you are talking.CIts common to be filled with negative emotions.DYou dont have to spend too much effort on them.EWhen you experience a negative emotion, acknowledge it.FFocusing on something positive can help to

24、calm you down.GHowever, you will be more productive if you can handle them.4.【2023河北校联考三模】Unlike other natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes are very hard to see coming, even for scientists. 56 Thus, specific practices for earthquake preparedness are necessary. Here are four steps you ca

25、n take to prepare yourself in advance.Drop, cover and holdIf you feel the ground start to shake, drop, take cover under as table piece of furniture, and hold on. You can hide under something like a desk or table, with one arm holding on to a leg of the table and your other arm protecting your neck a

26、nd head. 57 In modern homes, it is no stronger than any other part of the house and will not protect you from injury.AThen send them to your e-mail.BThese are all important personal documents.CMake sure your household has a plan of action.DWhatever you do, do not stand in a doorframe.EIf you find th

27、e answer, you need to runaway immediately.FNowadays early detection systems can only give seconds of warming ahead.GIf possible, remove those heavy and big objects above your bed immediately.【命题点03 设空在段尾】1【湖南师范大学附属中学2023-2024学年高三摸底考试】Are you an elementary or high school student with all kinds of inv

28、ention ideas? You might not know what to do with all of these ideas or how to turn them into workable inventions. 16 Identify a problem worth solving.AOr turn to your older peers if they can help you out as well.BIf you enjoy creating things, you may consider becoming an inventor.CWith some planning

29、 and practice, you can make these ideas into a working device.DBe creative with your ideas.EGather the necessary materials.FLook around your home for recycled materials that you may be able to use.GMake notes about how various pieces will go together.2.【湖南省百所学校2023-2024学年高三联考试题】According to Home Cle

30、aning Family, having kids plan their own birthday parties is a great way to teach them responsibility, kindness and organization. It is a big responsibility to plan a party and have everything organized as they need. Kindness is used when kids send out invitations and think about what the guests wan

31、t. 18 Kids have a lot of stereotypes (刻板印象) working against them, one of which is their inability to focus. .AIts because they will have certain tasks to do.BThey want their kids to have the best birthday.CIt is also a chance for them to use their creativity.DMoms may know that their kids should pla

32、n their own parties.EMoms can go through all the to-do items and listen to their ideas.FThere are many lessons to learn when it comes to planning a party.GMoms are always working behind to make sure their kids grow up happily.3.【2023年重庆市育才中学高考冲刺考试英语试题】When social media filled with images makes you q

33、uestion your appearance, opinions or ability, for its so easy for people to get caught in a whirlwind (旋流) of comparison, remember to look up and out and appreciate theres a world of beauty in difference. 16 Dare not to compare.No matter how many followers, comments, likes or views you have, if you

34、get trapped in a competitive mindset, it can turn into a bottomless pit (无底洞) . AKeep it positive.BSearch for inspiration.CYou can try doing something creative.DTurn over for four ways to get rid of the troublesome comparison.EMake your social media channels a reflection of who you really are.FUse t

35、hem as a reminder that you dont need to prove anything to anyone.GTry spending time with a close friend wholl remind you of all your good qualities.【微专题 段首主旨句易错陷阱 】1.【广东省执信中学2023-2024学年高三开学试题】What youre expressing through your body language is as important as what you say. Its about looking in someo

36、nes eyes, smiling and nodding. Showing with your face that youre following what someone is saying is really important. This is equally key in virtual conversations on a video chat. Remember that looking into your laptop camera is like making eye contact, while breaking it to look downward makes it a

37、ppear that youre doing something else. 19 “People can be considered as poor listeners when they dont understand what the conversation is actually about on a high level.” Dr. Bobby says.Sometimes, people simply want to talk about an unhappy situation. Maybe theyre really just wanting to express their

38、 bad feelings, or talk about their day. So dont try to give suggestions; just listen instead.AListening requires looking at problems from others view.BIn fact, people only want to get to know more about others.CThis is equally key in virtual conversations on a video chat.DSometimes, people simply wa

39、nt to talk about an unhappy situation.EThis is something you can do to show that youre really listening.FBeing a bad listener can break that persons trust in your relationship.GListening doesnt always require offering solutions quite the opposite, in fact.2.【2024届福建省三明市等5地高三一模试题】The Upside to Being

40、OutsideResearch shows that being in nature makes people feel good, whether theyre roughing it in the wilderness for days or just hanging out at a local park for a while. One study was conducted in the city of Birmingham, Alabama. Researchers found that most participants mood and well-being improved

41、significantly when they spent time in urban parks, even though the average visit was only around half an hour.16 For example, scientists in the United Kingdom studied the impact of the “30 Days Wild” campaign. It challenged people to interact with nature for 30 days by enjoying earthy activities lik

42、e feeding birds and planting flowers. Participants were measurably happier and healthier throughout the challengeand for months afterwards, too.AOne study revealed that people were better at figuring out puzzles after a four-day camping trip.BAccording to many scientific studies, theres a good chanc

43、e itll make you happier, healthier, and more creative.CWhats more, the lift people get from nature is long lasting.DLots of people enjoy fun activities outside, like swimming, riding bikes, or climbing trees.EWhen the only light youve seen all day is the glow of a screen, it might be a good idea to

44、switch it off.FThis means that whether youre studying or playing video games, heading outside to give your brain a break might help you get to the next level.GSo, kicking back in a park is a bit like treating your mind to a restful mini vacation.（2023上江苏南京高三校联考期中）The benefits of positive emotions ne

45、ver stop after a few minutes of good feelings go back to normal. 26 It will serve to build skills and develop resources for use later in life. Lets consider a real world example.A child who runs around outside, swinging on branches and playing with friends, develops the ability to move athletically

46、(physical skills), the ability to play with others and communicate with a team (social skills), and the ability to explore and examine the world around them (creative skills). 27 These skills last much longer than the emotions that initiated them. Years later, that foundation of athletic movement mi

47、ght develop into a scholarship as a college athlete or the communication skills may turn into a job offer as a business manager. The happiness that promoted the exploration and creation of new skills has long since ended. 28 Researchers refer to this as the “broaden and build” theory because positiv

48、e emotions broaden your sense of possibilities and open your mind, which in turn allows you to build new skills and resources that can provide value in other areas of your life. 29 Why? Because building skills for future use is irrelevant when there is immediate threat or danger (like the tiger on t

49、he path). All of this research boils down to the fact that positive thinking is so useful for developing valuable skills and appreciating the Big Picture of life. But how can you get yourself to be positive in your life? 30 You probably know what things work well for you. Maybe its playing the guita

50、r. Maybe its spending time with a certain person.ANegative emotions do the opposite.BHowever, the skills themselves live on.CBut many of us look at things negatively.DThe biggest benefit is an improved ability.EThat is why the “broaden and build” theory is valuable.FIn this way, positive emotions he

51、lp to build valuable skills.GAnything arousing feelings of joy, contentment, and love will do the trick.（2023上江苏南京高三南京外国语学校校考期中）In China under imperial rule, National Day was a celebration of the Emperors birthday or his rise to the throne. On October 1, 1949, Mao Zedong declared the formation of th

52、e Peoples Republic of China. 31 The holiday is held annually in Hong Kong, Macau, and mainland China.The first seven days of October are referred to as the Golden Week. This is a time of travel and leisure that is celebrated differently in various parts of China. People in cities often travel to rur

53、al areas to relax and enjoy the quiet surroundings. People from urban areas also travel to other cities throughout China to take part in celebrations. 32 Each year, a large National Day celebration is held in Beijings Tiananmen Square.Beijings National Day festivals are filled with military performa

54、nces, food vendors, live music, and various other activities. In Beijing and other cities, musical and dance concerts are held to celebrate National Day. Crafts, painting, and a range of other activities can be enjoyed by people of various ages. 33 This fireworks show is approved by the Chinese gove

55、rnment and some of the highest quality rockets and explosives are used to fill the sky with sparkling colors of gold and red.In addition to patriotic celebrations, National Day in China is also a time for people to enjoy being with their families. Family members of all ages will often use this as an

56、 opportunity to travel to a central location to reconnect after months of working. 34 Although National Day is entered around patriotism and Chinas history, National Day is also a time of shopping. 35 So people should put a bit of money to the side and use this as an opportunity to purchase some of

57、the things that have been on their wish lists for a while.AOn the evening, a grand and elaborate fireworks demonstration is performed.BBeijing is the center of the largest National Day activities.CMany companies offer very large discounts on products during Golden Week.DEver since then, the first da

58、y of October has been a day of patriotism and national celebration.EOn National Day, thousands of soldiers and civilians take part in the massive parades.FThis helps eliminate the stress of work and helps make sure that families remain close.GChina celebrates the Chinese National Day on October 1st

59、every year,（2023上广东东莞高三东莞市东莞中学校联考期中）When you hear your friend passed an exam that you had failed earlier, will you share her happiness? If you can feel the joy, congratulations! 36 Studies found that Freudenfreude contributes to kind acts, such as helping others. Celebrating the personal victories o

60、f other people can bring on more of our own. 37 Sometimes, your loss might really sting, making Freudenfreude feel out of reach. If you were raised in a family that paired winning with self-worth, you might misread someone elses victory as your own personal shortcoming. And factors such as mental he

61、alth and overall wellbeing can also affect your ability to participate in someone elses joy. 38 One way to summon good feelings for others is to ask questions. You dont need to wait for someone elses good news to exercise Freudenfreude. Cultivate joy by inviting others to share their victories. 39 W

62、hen you speak with them, be sure to maintain eye contact and listen attentively. This should motivate you to keep going and make you feel as if your efforts will pay off.Because emotions are contagious (有感染力的), showing appreciation can also increase Freudenfroude. You can think of Freudenfreude as s

63、omething you can spread when youre experiencing personal joy. 40 Start by sharing your win, then tell the other person how you appreciate their help. Practicing gratitude is like sharing dessert: Both parties enjoy the sweetness of the moment, which enhances Freudenfreude for them both.AIt is a term

64、 that describes the joy we feel when someone else succeeds.BYou might ask: “whats the best thing that happened to you this week?”CTo do this, try giving others credit for their support that leads to your own.DWhile the benefits of Freudenfreude are plentiful, it doesnt always come easily.ETo better

65、understand Freudenfreude, it is important to realize that it is a win-win.FStill, generating Freudenfreude is worthwhile and there are ways to encourage the feeling.GFinding pleasure in another persons good fortune is what social scientists call Freudenfreude.（2023上江西高三鹰潭一中校联考期中）There are plenty of

66、ways to have a lot of fun, relax, and do some good when you have time off and you can pay attention to things in and around your home. Having a little extra time can help you to make things better not just for the immediate term but for the long term, too. 46 Assess and review your home and garden.

67、Having a vacation from work can be a good time to take a good look at where you live and assesswhat about the situation works well for you. Reviewing and properly looking at your home and garden can help you relax and appreciate what you already have. 47 Gaining some clarity on your situation can ac

68、tually give you some peace of mind.Get to know your neighbors and neighborhood. 48 A little leisure time at home can give us the breathing space to look more closely and perhaps build new connections with either humans or other creatures as in wildlife with whom we live together. 49 For example, kic

69、k off planning for a community garden, or organize a garden harvest exchange. 50 You can have much fun learning new things about gardening or food production, cooking and preservation. You might also consider improving your skills in plant identification, wildlife recognition, etc. These ideas may i

70、nspire you to stay at home and use the time to set yourself up for a more sustainable future. You might be surprised by how refreshing it can be.ALearn new sustainability skills.BMake small, affordable changes for big results.CSustainability skills are always of great significance.DYou can even put

71、on some neighborhood events or projects.EOften, we get into the habit of passing things by without really looking.FHere are some suggestions for sustainable ways to use vacation time at home.GIt can also help you see where things could potentially be changed for the better.2023年七选五(说明文)Passage 1【202

72、3年新高考全国卷】Personal ForgivenessTaking responsibility for mistakes is a positive step, but dont beat yourself up about them. To err (犯错) is human. _16_ You can use the following writing exercise to help you do this.In a journal or on a piece of paper, put the heading “Personal strengths.” _17_ Are you

73、caring? Creative? Generous? A good listener? Fun to be around? They dont have to be world-changing, just aspects of your personality that youre proud of.At the top of a second page, put the heading “Acts of kindness.” On this one, list all the positive things youve done for others. It might be the t

74、ime 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. _18_You could ask a friend or family member to help add to your list. _19_ That way, you could exchange thoughts on what makes each of you

75、special and the aspects of your personality that shine through. In fact, dont wait until youve made a mistake to try thisits a great way to boost self-confidence at any time.Its something of a clich (陈词滥调) that most people learn not from their successes but their mistakes. The thing is, its true. _2

76、0_ We re all changing and learning all the time and mistakes are a positive way to develop and grow.A. A little self-forgiveness also goes a long way.B. Now list all the characteristics you like about yourself.C. They might even like to have a go at doing the exercise.D. Its just as important to sho

77、w yourself some forgiveness.E. It doesnt mean you have to ignore whats happened or forget it.F. Whatever it is, no matter how small it might seem, write it down.G. Whatever the mistake, remember it isnt a fixed aspect of your personality.Passage 2【2023年新高考全国卷】As an artist who shares her journey on s

78、ocial media, Im often asked by curious followers how to begin an art journey. Unfortunately, there is no magic list I can offer. I do remember, though, what it was like to be a complete beginner. So Ive put together some good tips for starting an art journey. Start small. I suggest using a sketchboo

79、k (素描本) for small studies. These small studies provide inspiration and may be a springboard for more complex works in the future. _16_ Youll want to look back on your journey to see how far youve come. Paint often and paint from life. Theres no better way to improve than to put in those brush miles.

80、 Whether you paint still lifes, portraits, or landscapes, paint from life as much as possible. _17_ Continually challenge yourself to try something new. _18_ Artistic growth can be a bit painful. Welcome to the club；weve all been there. I love taking on challenges. I once took up a challenge to crea

81、te a painting every day for a month and post the works online. _19_ Seeking and accepting constructive feedback (反馈) is crucial to growth. I post my work on social media and, in turn, have met some of the kindest people. They make me feel valued and respected, no matter my level of artistic ability.

82、 The journey youre on wont follow a straight path. _20_ Push through, give it time and put in the effort. You will harvest the rewards of an artistic life.A Get out of your comfort zone.B. Make career plans and set goals.C. Dont throw away your beginner art.D. Share your work if you feel comfortable

83、 doing so.E. Youll hit roadblocks, and youll feel discouraged at times.F. Evaluate your performance and, if needed, redefine your role.G. Youll develop that painting muscle memory that only comes with repetition.Passage 3【2023年全国乙卷】Indoor plants might look as if they just sit around not doing much,

84、but in many ways they are the unsung heroes of the home. _16_, but studies have shown that they can promote peoples wellbeing by improving their mood (心情), reducing stress and helping their memory. Whats more, indoor plants are easy to look after and are not very expensive.What are indoor plants?Ind

85、oor plants, also known as houseplants or pot plants, are plants that like to grow indoors. Many of these species (物种) are not ideally suited to growing outside in the UK, especially in the winter. _17_.Why are indoor plants good for you?Will Spoelstra, who works at the Royal Botanic Gardens, says, “

86、_18_. I find during the winter months, plants around the house can really lift your mood.” Several studies have backed this up and found that indoor plants can improve creativity, focus and memory. There is also research showing that pot plants can clean the air around them by removing harmful gases

87、, such as carbon dioxide. They also remove some harmful chemicals from paints or cooking. _19_.Which plants can you grow?Aloe vera, peace lilies and spider plants are some of the species that are easy to grow indoors. You can buy plants from supermarkets, garden centres or online. Younger plants are

88、 often cheaper than fully grown ones, and you get to care for them as they mature which is part of the joy of owning plants. “_20_,” Spoelstra says. “It can bring a new interest and focus into peoples lives and help to make the link between home and nature.”A. All plants are differentB. Not only do

89、they look beautifulC. There are many benefits to growing plants indoorsD. Instead, they grow better inside, where it is warmerE. Plants like peace lilies and devils tongue are among the bestF. Changing the pot of your plant from time to time will also helpG. Learning about the requirements of each p

90、lant can be very rewardingPassage 4【2023年全国甲卷】Tricks To Becoming A Patient PersonHeres a riddle: What do traffic jams, long lines and waiting for a vacation to start all have in common? There is one answer. _16_.In the Digital Age, were used to having what we need immediately and right at our finger

91、tips. However, research suggests that if we practiced patience, wed be a whole lot better off. Here are several tricks.Practice gratitude (感激)Thankfulness has a lot of benefits: Research shows it makes us happier, less stressed and even more optimistic. _17_. “Showing thankfulness can foster self-co

92、ntrol,” said Ye Li, researcher at the University of California. Make yourself waitInstant gratification (满足) may seem like the most “feel good” option at the time, but psychology research suggests waiting for things actually makes us happier in the long run. And the only way for us to get into the h

93、abit of waiting is to practice. _18_. Put off watching your favorite show until the weekend or wait 10 extra minutes before going for that cake. Youll soon find that the more patience you practice, the more you start to apply it to other, more annoying situations. _19_.So many of us have the belief

94、that being comfortable is the only state we will tolerate, and when we experience something outside of our comfort zone, we get impatient about the circumstances. You should learn to say to yourself, “_20_.” Youll then gradually become more patient.A. Find your causesB. Start with small tasksC. Acce

95、pt the uncomfortableD. All this adds up to a state of hurryE. It can also help us practice more patienceF. This is merely uncomfortable, not intolerableG. Theyre all situations where we could use a little extra patiencePassage 5【2023年北京卷】Its a joyful and stressful time of year in the United States f

96、or students and their families as they make decisions about where to attend college. Families often turn to rankings systems to help make a decision. _35_When I talk to families as a scholar of higher education, theyre often surprised that teaching excellence is not counted in rankings. _36_Emerging

97、 research suggests that courses in lower-ranked universities, on average, scored higher on teaching than courses in higher-ranked universities. _37_ The absence of teaching excellence from the rankings is surprising given the link between high-quality teaching and student success. Quality teaching i

98、s one of the most important predictors of a wide range of college outcomes.Rankings, however, are only one reason why a low value is placed on teaching in higher education. Administrators often dont view teaching excellence as a way to increase enrolment (注册) or funding. _38_ Research shows that the

99、 more time instructors spend on teaching, the lower their salary. What is the result？ Many instructors continue to teach using traditional lectures, which lead to lower success rates._39_ Nevertheless, not much will change until schools with high-quality teaching are rewarded with more resources, hi

100、gher rankings and increased enrolments. In the long term, universities, organisations that rank schools, and others should work to make teaching a valued, core part of the mission.What should students and their families do? They should give strong consideration to universities where high-quality tea

101、ching is valued, even though the schools may be ranked lower.A. Higher education has achieved its true potential.B. Therefore, its not highly valued in hiring or promotion.C. Quality teaching has been an important reputation-building factor.D. However, the rankings ignore a critical factor: the qual

102、ity of teaching.E. Efforts to improve teaching at the university level have recently emerged.F. Theyre even more surprised at how teaching is undervalued by universities.G. In fact, universities often shift emphasis from teaching to other ranking factors.2022年阅读理解七选五(说明文)Passage1【2022年新高考全国 卷】Fitnes

103、s Magazine recently ran an article titled “Five Reasons to Thank Your Workout Partner.” One reason was: “Youll actually show up if you know someone is waiting for you at the gym, ” while another read: “_16_” With a workout partner, you will increase your training effort as there is a subtle (微妙) com

104、petition. So, how do you find a workout partner? First of all, decide what you want from that person. _17_ 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

105、 you are looking for on social media, but it probably wont result in a useful response. _18_ 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, ho

106、w 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. _19_ You and your partner will probably have different skills. _20_ Over time, both of you will benefit your partner will be able

107、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. Youll work harder if you train with someone else.D

108、. 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.Passage2【2022年新高考全国卷】Writing an essay is a

109、difficult process for most people. However, the process can be made easier if you learn to practice three simple techniques. _16_ When you are first trying to think of ideas for an essay, put your pen to your paper and write nonstop for ten or fifteen minutes without letting your pen leave the paper

110、. Stay loose and free. _17_ Dont worry about grammar or spelling. Even though this technique wont work for everyone, it helps many people get a good store of ideas to draw on. The next technique is to write your draft rapidly without worrying about being perfect. _18_ Yet, by learning to live with i

111、mperfection, you will save yourself headaches and a wastepaper basket full of crumpled (弄皱) paper. Think of your first draft as a path cut out of the jungleas part of an exploration, not as a complete highway. The third technique is to try printing out a triplespaced (三倍行距) copy to allow space for r

112、evision. _19_ As a result, these writers never get in the habit of crossing out chunks (大块) of their draft and writing revisions in the blank space. After you have revised your draft until it is too messy to work from anymore, you can enter your changes into your word processor. _20_ The resulting b

113、lank space invites you to revise. A. Make sure your handwriting is neat. B. Let your pen follow the waves of thought. C. The second draft of the essay should be better. D. First of all, learn the technique of nonstop writing. E. Too many writers try to get their drafts right the first time. F. Many

114、beginning writers dont leave enough space to revise. G. Then you can print out a fresh draft, again setting your text on triple-space. Passage3【2022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 dateLon

115、g-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. _16_. More isnt always merrierMake sure you have communicated with your friend about how frequently each of you wants to b

116、e contacted and what method works best for you both. _17_. There are alternatives to constant written communication, such as leaving voice messages or having a group chat. Practise empathy (共情)_18_. The friend who is remaining needs to be sensitive to all the additional time demands placed on the fr

117、iend who has moved. The one in the new environment should be sympathetic to the fact that your friend may feel abandoned. _19_ 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 w

118、ay on special days. Simply keeping a diary that keeps track of friends birthdays and other important dates will make sure nothing slips by you. Dont rely on technology alone_20_, but long-distance friendships even close ones may require more conscious effort to sustain. Try to seek out chances to re

119、new friendships. How to do it? Just spend face-to-face time together whenever possible.A. Remember important datesB. Compensate 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

120、 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 behindPassage4【2022年全国甲卷】Important Things to Know When Dining OutCultural dining etiquette (礼节) might surprise you with some of its importan

121、t rules. _16_. 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 Rules The way you handle chopsticks is important to avoid annoying your companions. When you put them down between bites, always put them down toge

122、ther so they are parallel with the edge of the table in front of you. _17_ . Hands or Utensils (餐具)In India and the Middle East, its considered very rude to eat with your left hand. People in France expect you to eat with a utensil in each hand. _18_, instead preferring to use their hands. In Chile,

123、 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 _19_ . In Portugal, this would be a serious mistake, because it shows the chef that you dont like their seasoning skills. Similarly, in Italy, never ask

124、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. _20_ , the more comfortable youll begin to feel with its foreign cultural practices.A. The more friends you make in your lifetimeB. The more t

125、ime you spend in any given countryC. Mexicans consider it inappropriate to eat with utensilsD. Dont get caught making an embarrassing mistake at a restaurantE. Its 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

126、 may seem like a simple request to ask for salt and pepper at a mealPassage5【2022年北京卷】Health and fitness help a person live a good and healthy life. Often due to various pressures, we tend to ignore our health. _35_ It is the fitness level of our body that helps us fight these diseases._36_ We need

127、to be fit to have a healthy body. Similarly, if we are healthy we shall naturally be attracted towards maintaining the fitness of our body. Health is the state of our body at a given time. We may not have any disease but still have a weak body, which is ready to be targeted by viruses. _37_ This doe

128、s not definitely mean that we are not healthy. It means the fitness level is not in accordance with our age and the climatic conditions we live in.It is important for everyone to devote some time to health and fitness. _38_ For instance, we must exercise daily regardless of our age and working style

129、. There are different levels of exercises for different age groups and we must do them according to our own health and age.Additionally, it is important to relax our body. We should have at least six to eight hours of sleep every day. It helps in improving our immune (免疫) system and protects us agai

130、nst diseases. _39_ This, in turn, gives us new goals of health and fitness.A. Fitness levels decide the quality of life.B. Health and fitness are interrelated to each other.C. It also helps in keeping us calm and relaxes our mind.D. For instance, we may have a tendency to catch a cold easily.E. If w

131、e keep our body fit, we can enjoy life in a better manner.F. There are some activities which everyone should do in our life.G. This makes our body suffer and we will catch other diseases.Passage6【2022年浙江卷6月】I have a drawer full of letters to Santa. Each year my children would write up their Christma

132、s wish lists. They were polite requests for the latest game or toy. As the children got older, they would give Santa some hints(提示)on where to buy their presents. _11_ Those letters taught my children a valuable lesson about writing: It has a purpose. Sometimes our purpose is to achieve something;ot

133、her times it may be to entertain, inform, or persuade. _12_ And when writing doesnt seem to have any purpose or get any kind of meaningful response, then it can be hard to get excited about doing it. Christmas is a great time of year for children to communicate with others through writing. When chil

134、dren write for real audiences and real purposes, they can learn to choose their words accordingly. _13_ You write “Dear Santa” because you dont know him personally and you want to show him respect. _14_ Texting, online messaging, live chats while playing video games all mean that they are constantly

135、 producing written messages. However, because they are usually writing to family and friends, they use informal language most of the time. There is nothing wrong with this kind of writing. It suits the audience and the purpose and gets the job done. _15_ This type of writing wont be rewarded by the

136、school examiner, nor by a future employer or a potential client. The very best communicators are those who know how to adjust their language to match their audience.A. It isnt that these young people cant write.B. But it is always purposeful-or at least it should be.C. The age of pen-and-paper lette

137、r writing may have passed.D. As a result, each year they received something they wanted.E. You write “Hi Nanna and Pop” because you are close to them.F. As technology develops, young people are writing more than they ever have.G. But if this is the only kind of writing young people do, it will cause

138、 problems.Passage7【2022年浙江卷1月】I have the same 24 hours in a day as you do, but 1 have made specific choice that allow me to make the most of every day and still feel happy and relaxed. 11Pick the most important.12 Focus on spending time that for you is fun and productive. 1 chose the life of an advi

139、ser because I like to work with companies, but dont want the life of a big company CEO. My choices are based on the lifestyle 1 want.Combine your activities.Many people go crazy trying to figure out how to spend time with friends, family, work, play, etc. 13Find ways to enjoy them in a combined mann

140、er. Build your social life around people your work environment. Find people in your company who share common interests and develop your career （职业）around the people and activities you love.14You would think learning takes more time from you, but actually there are always new ways of doing things tha

141、t can save you time on daily tasks, freeing you up for the most important. Always be looking for a new way to gain back an hour here or there.Lighten up.The world wont come to an end in most cases just because you left a few things undone. Celebrate progress and keep refining （改进）toward a happy prod

142、uctive existence. 15 Every completion is a small victory that adds up in a big way.A. Speed up.B. Be an active learner.C. Stop trying to balance time between them all.D. Make choices about what is meaningful in your life.E. The things you do well usually give you greater joy.F Perhaps these tips wil

143、l help you make the most of your time.G. This is why making lists is important in any productivity handbook.Passage8【2022年浙江卷6月】I have a drawer full of letters to Santa. Each year my children would write up their Christmas wish lists. They were polite requests for the latest game or toy. As the chil

144、dren got older, they would give Santa some hints(提示)on where to buy their presents. _11_ Those letters taught my children a valuable lesson about writing: It has a purpose. Sometimes our purpose is to achieve something;other times it may be to entertain, inform, or persuade. _12_ And when writing do

145、esnt seem to have any purpose or get any kind of meaningful response, then it can be hard to get excited about doing it. Christmas is a great time of year for children to communicate with others through writing. When children write for real audiences and real purposes, they can learn to choose their

146、 words accordingly. _13_ You write “Dear Santa” because you dont know him personally and you want to show him respect. _14_ Texting, online messaging, live chats while playing video games all mean that they are constantly producing written messages. However, because they are usually writing to famil

147、y and friends, they use informal language most of the time. There is nothing wrong with this kind of writing. It suits the audience and the purpose and gets the job done. _15_ This type of writing wont be rewarded by the school examiner, nor by a future employer or a potential client. The very best

148、communicators are those who know how to adjust their language to match their audience.A. It isnt that these young people cant write.B. But it is always purposeful-or at least it should be.C. The age of pen-and-paper letter writing may have passed.D. As a result, each year they received something the

149、y wanted.E. You write “Hi Nanna and Pop” because you are close to them.F. As technology develops, young people are writing more than they ever have.G. But if this is the only kind of writing young people do, it will cause problems.2021年阅读理解七选五(说明文)Passage1【2021年新高考全国 卷】If the only reading you ever d

150、o is the novel or magazine, the speed at which you read -probably does not matter very much. But if you have to read a great deal for study, you will appreciate the benefits of being able to read more quickly. _16_Before you open the book, make sure that you are comfortable. You need a seat which su

151、pports your back and the book should be at the right distance from your eyes. _17_18_ Look at the table of contents, the preface, the chapter heading,etc.This will help you to decide whether you really need to read the whole book or only certain parts of it. Ten minutes spent in this way could save

152、you quite a lot of time in the long run.If you decide that you need to read the whole book, decide how much you can read at a time. _19_ A history book which may contain the facts in story form will be easier to read than one dealing with scientific subjects. In the former case you may be able to re

153、ad a chapter. In the latter you may only be able to read one page.Always keep a pencil and paper beside you. _20_Note also the facts important for your purpose as well as anything which leads you to further research. You dont have to write these things in detail. It is enough to put the page number

154、and one or two words as a reminder .A. Stop to have a rest now and then.B. Spend a few minutes looking through the book.C. This depends on the type of book you are reading.D. Here are some tips to help improve your reading speed.E. Make a note of any page which is of special importance.F. You may fi

155、nd yourself having to leam something by heart.G. Keep the room cool rather than warm to avoid feeling sleepy.Passage2【2021年全国甲卷】Swap, Dont shop!You keep hearing about recycling, right? But it doesnt end with bottles, cans, and paper. Clothing takes a huge amount of natural resources（资源）to make, and

156、buying loads of new clothing（or throwing out old clothing）is not healthy for the environment. So what to do with all those perfectly-good-but-youre-maybe-a-little-sick-of-them clothes piled on your bedroom floor? _16_. Its the best way to get rid of your used clothes, score clothes from your friends

157、, and have a party all at the same time.A successful swap depends on the selection of clothes, the organization of the event, and, obviously, how much fun is had. Its really easy to do! Here are a few pointers. Invite 510 people so you have a nice selection. _17_ , and there may not be enough things

158、 to choose from; more than that, and it becomes uncontrollable. _18_. They should also prepare plenty of reusable bags to carry their new clothes home. Put different types of clothing on different surfaces in the room._19_. Place a few mirrors around your room so people can see how things look when

159、they try them on. One of the ground rules of the swap should be that everyone must try on the clothes before they take themthings always look different when you put them on.Set a starting time. Maybe you say “go,” or turn on a certain song, or whatever. _20_. And dont forget to put out some cookies

160、and fruits. Remember, its a party!A. Less people than thatB. Hold a clothing swapC. If two people are competingD. Just keep music playing throughoutE. Donate whatever clothes are left overF Have everyone put their clothes in the right spotsG. Tell everyone to bring clean clothes in good conditionPas

161、sage3【2021年全国乙卷】According to Jessica Hagy, author of How to Be Interesting, its not difficult to make yourself interesting at a dinner party. _36_, if youre out of your comfort zone or if youre wandering into somebodys house for the first time. So the main thing is just to show up and be adventurous

162、, 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?”, youll be able to get a lot more interesting conversation out of whomever it is youre talking to. _37_, it can bring in

163、 “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. _38_? If you cant take their wine away, you should certainly try to take away their soapbox （讲台）. If youre the host, you can ask them to he

164、lp you in the kitchen with something and just remove them from the situation._39_.And what about that other dinner-party killer: awkward silence? If youre 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）. _40

165、_. 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 isnt 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 a

166、wkward 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 wont stop talkingG. He or she is the person who is feeling the weight of that awkwardness the mostPassage4【2021年北京卷】Music has long been cons

167、idered to be an enjoyable pastime for many people _35_ The mental health benefits from music cant be arguedMusic could also be helping you with many other health problems behind the scenes_36_However，for the same reason，music can be very beneficial if one is in painBy distracting （分心） the mind from

168、the pain，music，people say，can lower stress and anxiety levelsThis，of course，can lead to less painMany people enjoy relaxing music in the evening prior to going to bed_37_While the validity of the idea is still being assessed，the lowered stress can even be tied back to blood pressureSimilarly, accord

169、ing to researchers，listening to just 30 minutes of soft music every day may help with healthy blood sugar levels， through the lowering of stress and anxietyWhen it comes to heart health，there is speculation （推测） that its not the style of music， but rather the tempo that makes it so good for your hea

170、rt healthIn one European study，participants listened to music as the researchers monitored their heart rates and blood pressure_38_ On 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_39_But there is a

171、 whole range of other health issues that turning up the radio could be beneficial for，which is what makes music so valuableA. This feeling can also result in many other health problemsB. Some experts say that music can be harmful if it is too loudC. This idea is a little off-the-wall but still has s

172、cientific backingD. They say it can play a big role in calming the brain enough to sleepE. The implications of music on overall well-being are really impressiveF. It is also highly popular due to the individualized effects on stress and anxietyG. Interestingly，the more cheerful the music was，the fas

173、ter their heart rates were Passage5【2021年浙江卷1月】You run into the grocery store to pick up one bottle of water. You get what you need, head to the front, and choose the line that looks fastest. You chose wrong. People who you swear got in other lines long after you are already checked out and off to t

174、he parking lot. 11It turns out, its just math working against you; chances are, the other line really is faster. Grocery stores try to have enough employees at checkout to get all their customers through with minimum delay. 12Any small interruption - a price check, a chatty customer-can have downstr

175、eam effects, holding up an entire line. If there are three lines in the store, delays will happen randomly at different registers. Think about the probability:13So its not just in your mind: Another line probably is moving faster. Researchers have a good way to deal with this problem. Make all custo

176、mers stand in one long, snaking line- called a serpentine line - and serve each person at the front with the next available register. 14This is what they do at most banks and fast-food restaurants. With a serpentine line, a long delay at one register wont unfairly punish the people who lined up behi

177、nd it. Instead, it will slow down everyone a little bit but speed up checkout overall. 15It takes many registers to keep one line moving quickly, and some stores cant afford the space or manpower. So wherever your next wait may be: Good luck.AWhy does this always seem to happen to you?BSo why dont m

178、ost places encourage serpentine lines?CSome of the may have stood in a queue for almost an hour.DThe chances of your line being the fastest are only one in three.E.How high is the probability that you are in the fastest waiting line?F.With three registers, this method is much faster than the traditi

179、onal approach.G.But sometimes, as on a Sunday afternoon, the system gets particularly busy.2020年阅读理解七选五(说明文)Passage1【2020年新课标】A Few Tips for Self-AcceptanceWe all want it to accept and love ourselves. But at times it seems too difficult and too far out of reach. 36. Heres a handful of ways that will

180、 set you in the right direction.37. Do not follow the people who make you feel not-good-enough. Why do you follow them? Are you hoping that eventually you will feel empowered because your life is better than theirs? Know that your life is your own;you are the only you in this world.Forgive yourself

181、for mistakes that you have made. We are often ashamed of our shortcomings, our mistakes and our failures. 38. You will make mistakes, time and time again. Rather than getting caught up in how you could have done better, why not offer yourself a compassionate (有同情心) response? That didnt go as planned

182、. But, I tried my best.Recognize all of your strengths. Write them down in a journal. Begin to train your brain to look at strength before weakness. List all of your accomplishments and achievements. You have a job, earned your degree, and you got out of bed today. 39. Now that youve listed your str

183、engths, list your imperfections. Turn the page in your journal. Put into words why you feel unworthy, why you dont feel good enough. Now, read these words back to yourself. 40. Turn to a page in your journal to your list of strengths and achievements. See how awesome you are?A. Feeling upset again?B

184、. Where do you start?C. Nothing is too small to celebrate.D. Remember, you are only human. E.Set an intention for self-acceptance.F.Stop comparing yourself with others.G.When does the comparison game start?Passage2【2020年新课标】Emoji(表情符号) and Workplace CommunicationIn Asia, messaging platforms are grow

185、ing rapidly, with users in the hundreds of millions, both at work and play. 36. . Its been reported that 76 percent of employees in some western countries are using emojis at work.Written communications can often read as cold and dull. Using emojis can add humor and feeling, keeping intention clear.

186、 37. , encouraging better and more frequent communication.In any given office, employees can range from age 22 to 70 and 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 tra

187、ditional tools like email, it may feel like a learning curve(曲线). The good news is that its simple to learn and can be worth the effort.There is also the matter of tone(语气). Who hasnt received an email so annoying that it ruined an entire day? 39. . Emoji can help communication feel friendlier, and

188、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, youll know you have succeeded in improving your work culture.A. Message with emojis fee

189、l 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

190、 to a happier workplaceG.An easy way to bring all work generations together is with a chat platform Passage3【2020年新课标】 A housewarming party is a special party to be held when someone buys or moves into a new apartment or house. The person who bought the house or moved is the one who throws the party

191、. The party is a chance for friends and family to congratulate the person on the new home. 36. And it is good time to fill the new space with love and hopeful presents.37. Some people register a list of things they want or need for their new home at a local stores. Some common things people will put

192、 on a gift registry include kitchen tools like knives and things like curtains. Even if there isnt a registry, a good housewarming gift is something to decorate the new house with, like a piece of art or a plant.38. This is often appreciated since at a housewarming there isnt a lot of food served. T

193、here are usually no planned activities like games at a housewarming party. The host or hostess of the party will, however, probably give all the guests a tour of their new home. Sometimes, because a housewarming party happens shortly after a person moves into their new home, people may be asked to h

194、elp unpack boxes. 39. Housewarming parties get their name from the fact that a long time ago people would actually bring firewood to a new home as a gift. 40. Now most homes have central heating and dont use fires to keep warm.A. This isnt usual though.B. It is traditional to bring a gift to a house

195、warming party.C. You can also bring food or drinks to share with the other guests.D. If youre lucky enough to receive gifts, keep them in a safe place.E.It also gives people a chance to see what the new home looks like.F.The best housewarming parties encourage old friends to get together.G.This was

196、so that the person could keep their home warm for the winter.Passage4【2020年新高考全国 卷（山东卷）】 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 co

197、mfortable. Too often when you stand up to give a speech, you focus on the “public”at the expense of the”speaking. “ 17. Focus 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 abo

198、ut any mistake is the one who is speaking. Peoples attention wanders constantly. In fact,most people only absorb about 20 percent of a speakers message. So, dont stop speaking when you make a mistake unless its a truly serious one.18. Your goal is not to be a perfect public speaker.19. And like ever

199、ything else in life, that takes practice. Remember, even world champion athletes practice their skills on a consistent basis.20. Its rare to hear someone say, “I wish that speaker had spoken longer. “On the other hand, you probably cant count the times that youve thought, “Im glad that talk is over.

200、 It seemed to go on forever! “So surprise your audience. Always make your presentation just a bit shorter than anticipated. Its 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 effec

201、tive 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 audienceF.Take the fear out of public speaking by focusing on your listenersG.However, the majority of people are effective

202、 speakers because they train to be.Passage5【2020年新高考全国 卷（海南卷）】Talking with your doctorTalking freely with your doctor can make you feel better and gives your doctor the information she or he needs to give you the best care. Dont be afraid or embarrassed to discuss something that is bothering you._16

203、_Stay positive. Go to your doctors visits with a good attitude._17_Think teamwork! Think positive! Keep track of how you are feeling. _18_This will make it easier for you to answer questions about your symptoms（症状）and how medicines make you feel. It also makes it easier for you to bring up anything

204、that you are worried about. Make sure to be honest about how you feel and how long youve felt that way._19_Your medical history is a list of your illnesses, treatments, what the doctors told you to do, and anything else you think your doctor should know. Also, if you are allergic（过敏）to any medicines

205、, be sure to mention that to your doctor.Ask questions. Do not be afraid to ask your doctor any questions you have. To remember all the questions you have when you are not in the doctors office, write them down and bring the list with you to your appointment._20_Remembertheres no such thing as a stu

206、pid question. If you dont understand the answer to a question, ask the doctor to explain it again until you do understand.A. This will make getting answers easier.B. Here are some tips for talking with your doctor.C. You can talk to another doctor if the treatments dont work.D. Before your doctors v

207、isit, keep notes on how you are feeling.E. Remember, your doctor and other caregivers are on your side.F. Bring your medical history, including a list of your current medicines.G. Writing down what the doctor says will help you remember important information.Passage6【2020年北京卷】Many people think that

208、positive thinking is mostly about keeping ones head in the sand and ignoring daily problems, trying to look optimistic. In reality it has more to do with the way an individual talks to himself. Self-talk is a constant stream of thoughts of a person, who is often unaware and uncertain of some events,

209、 phenomena, people, or even the person himself._46_Meanwhile, positive thinking can help to stop negative self-talks and start to form a positive view on an issue. People who regularly practise positive thinking tend to solve problems more effectively. They are less exposed to stress caused by exter

210、nal factors. They tend to believe in themselves and in what they do. _47_People who think positively demonstrate increased life spans, lower rates of depression and anxiety, better physical and psychological health, reduced risks of death from heart problems. Positive thinking also contributes to on

211、es ability to deal with problems and hardships._48_For example, researchers have found that in the case of a crisis accompanied by strong emotions, such as a natural disaster, positive thinking can provide a sort of buffer against depression and anxiety. Resilient people who think positively tend to

212、 treat every problem as a challenge, a chance for improvement of any kind, or as an opportunity for personal growth. Pessimists, on the contrary, tend to perceive problems as a source of additional stress._49_In conclusion, positive thinking is a powerful and effective tool for dealing with hard tim

213、es and improving the quality of ones life. It doesnt have anything to do with ignorant optimism when an individual refuses to notice a problem._50_Thinking in a positive, self-encouraging way brings about many benefits to ones physical and mental health.A. It doesnt cause any severe emotional discom

214、fort, either.B. Negative self-talk damages self-confidence and decreases self-respect.C. It helps one to remain clear-headed and confident in difficult situations.D. Positive thinking has several beneficial effects on the body and the mind.E. As thinking changes, an individuals behaviour and habits

215、change as well.F. They often offer a real alternative to the common and regular way of thinking.G. They often feel discouraged long before trying to solve the problem, even if small.Passage7【2020年浙江卷1月】Lets take a minute to think about the water we use. The human body is 60% water and we need to dri

216、nk lots of water to be healthy. When we are thirsty we just go to the kitchen and fill a glass with clean water._31_For example, farmers, who produce the food we eat, use water to make the plants grow. When we turn on a light or switch on a TV or a computer we use energy and we need water to produce

217、 this energy.The truth is that we are lucky enough to have clean water whenever we want，but this is not the case for many people around the world._32_Thats around one in 10 people in the world. If we drink dirty water，we can catch diseases from the bacteria and become ill. Every year over 500，000 ch

218、ildren die from diarrhea(腹泻)from dirty water. Thats around 1，400 children every day！Also，in some countries children walk many kilometres every day to get water._33_Therefore，they dont have time to learn how to read or write and dont get an education._34_On this day every year，countries around the wo

219、rld hold events to educate people about the problems of dirty water and that clean water is something that everyone should have around the world. At one school in the UK，children between the ages of 10 and 15 walk 6km with six litres of water._35_People give them money to do this and all the money h

220、elps get clean water to as many people as possible around the world.A. We use water indirectly too.B. Every system in our body depends on water to function.C. It is to inspire people to learn more about water-related problemsD. If children walk many hours a day to get water，they cant go to school.E. Did you know that around 750 million people do not have clean water to drink？F. In 1993 the United Nations decided that March 22nd is the World Day for Water.G. In this way，they know how it feels to walk a long distance carrying heavy bottles.