专题14阅读理解七选五-学易金卷：五年（2019-2023）高考英语真题分项汇编（原卷版）.docx

1、五年（2019-2023）年高考英语真题分项汇编专题14 阅读理解七选五 （原卷版）2023年高考真题题组【2023新高考I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

2、, put the heading “Personal strengths.” 17 Are you 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 posit

3、ive things youve done for others. It might be the time when you helped a friend with their homework, when you did the ironing without being asked, or when you baked cookies after the family had had a tiring day. 18 You could ask a friend or family member to help add to your list. 19 That way, you co

4、uld exchange thoughts on what makes each of you 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 successe

5、s but their mistakes. The thing is, its true. 20 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 doin

6、g the exercise.D. Its just as important to show 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.【2023新高考II卷】As a

7、n artist who shares her journey on social 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. Star

8、t small. I suggest using a sketchbook (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

9、 than to put in those brush miles. 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 on

10、ce took up a challenge to create 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 m

11、y level of artistic ability. 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 w

12、ork if you feel comfortable 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.【2023全国甲卷】Tricks To Becoming A Patient PersonHeres a riddle:

13、What do traffic jams, long lines and waiting for a vacation to start all have in common? Theres one answer. 36 .In the Digital Age, were used to having what we need immediately and right at our fingertips. However, research suggests that if we practiced patience, wed be a whole lot better off. Here

14、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. 37 . “Showing thankfulness can foster self-control,” said Ye Li, researcher at the University of California. Make yourself waitInstant gratificati

15、on (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 habit of waiting is to practice. 38 . Put off watching your favorite show until the weekend or wait 10

16、 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. 39 .So many of us have the belief that being comfortable is the only state we will tolerate, and when we experience something outside of

17、our comfort zone, we get impatient about the circumstances. You should learn to say to yourself, “ 40 .” Youll then gradually become more patient.A. Find your causesB. Start with small tasksC. Accept the uncomfortableD. All this adds up to a state of hurryE. It can also help us practice more patienc

18、eF. This is merely uncomfortable, not intolerableG. Theyre all situations where we could use a little extra patience【2023全国乙卷】Indoor plants might look as if they just sit around not doing much, but in many ways they are the unsung heroes of the home. 36 , but studies have shown that they can promote

19、 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?Indoor plants, also known as houseplants or pot plants, are plants that like to grow indoors. Many of these sp

20、ecies (物种) are not ideally suited to growing outside in the UK, especially in the winter. 37 .Why are indoor plants good for you?Will Spoelstra, who works at the Royal Botanic Gardens, says, “ 38 . I find during the winter months, plants around the house can really lift your mood.” Several studies h

21、ave 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, such as carbon dioxide. They also remove some harmful chemicals from paints or cooking. 39 .Which plants c

22、an 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 often cheaper than fully grown ones, and you get to care for them as they mature which is part of the joy of

23、 owning plants. “ 40 ,” 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 they look beautifulC. There are many benefits to growing plants indoorsD. Instead, they grow better inside, w

24、here 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 plant can be very rewarding2022年高考真题题组【2022新高考I卷】Fitness Magazine recently ran an article titled “Five Reasons

25、 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: “ 36 ” With a workout partner, you will increase your training effort as there is a subtle (微妙) competition. So, how do you find a workout partner? First

26、of all, decide what you want from that person. 37 Or do you just want to be physically fit, able to move with strength and flexibility? Think about the exercises you would like to do with your workout partner.You might think about posting what you are looking for on social media, but it probably won

27、t result in a useful response. 38 If you plan on working out in a gym, that person must belong to the same gym. My partner posted her request on the notice board of a local park. Her notice included what kind of training she wanted to do, how many days a week and how many hours she wanted to spend o

28、n each session, and her age. It also listed her favorite sports and activities, and provided her phone number. 39 You and your partner will probably have different skills. 40 Over time, both of you will benefit your partner will be able to lift more weights and you will become more physically fit. T

29、he 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. Do you want to be a better athlete in your favorite sport?E.

30、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.【2022新高考II卷】Writing an essay is a difficult process for most people. However, the process can be made easi

31、er if you learn to practice three simple techniques. 36 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. Stay loose and free. 37 Dont worry about grammar or spelling. Even thoug

32、h 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. 38 Yet, by learning to live with imperfection, you will save yourself headaches and a wastepaper basket full of

33、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 revision. 39 As a result, these writers never get in the habit of crossing out

34、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. 40 The resulting blank space invites you to revise.A. Make sure your handwriting is neat.B. Let your

35、 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 beginning writers dont leave enough space to revise.G. Then you can print out a fresh dr

36、aft, again setting your text on triple-space.【2022全国甲卷】Important Things to Know When Dining OutCultural dining etiquette (礼节) might surprise you with some of its important rules. 36 . Knowing some tips will help ensure that you have an enjoyable meal with friends or family no matter where you are in

37、 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 together so they are parallel with the edge of the table in front of you. 37 . Hands or Utensils (餐具)In India and the Middle East, its

38、considered very rude to eat with your left hand. People in France expect you to eat with a utensil in each hand. 38 , instead preferring to use their hands. In Chile, you may never touch any food with your fingers. People in Thailand generally use their forks only to push food onto their spoons. Mak

39、ing Requests 39 . 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 for extra cheese to add to your food. Some of these cultural dining etiquette rules may seem random and strange, but they are important

40、in various countries. 40 , the more comfortable youll begin to feel with its foreign cultural practices.A. The more friends you make in your lifetimeB. The more time you spend in any given countryC. Mexicans consider it inappropriate to eat with utensilsD. Dont get caught making an embarrassing mist

41、ake 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 may seem like a simple request to ask for salt and pepper at a meal【2022全国乙卷】Friendship needs care and attention to keep it in good healt

42、h. Here are five ways to sustain (保持) long-distance friendships. Set a regular dateLong-lasting friendships share the characteristic that both sides equally contact (联系) and share with one another. With busy schedules, squeezing in phone calls can be a challenge. 36 . More isnt always merrierMake su

43、re you have communicated with your friend about how frequently each of you wants to be contacted and what method works best for you both. 37 . There are alternatives to constant written communication, such as leaving voice messages or having a group chat. Practise empathy (共情) 38 . The friend who is

44、 remaining needs to be sensitive to all the additional time demands placed on the friend who has moved. The one in the new environment should be sympathetic to the fact that your friend may feel abandoned. 39 Anniversaries and birthdays carry even more weight in long-distance friendships. Although t

45、echnology might make day-to-day communication possible, extra effort goes a long way on special days. Simply keeping a diary that keeps track of friends birthdays and other important dates will make sure nothing slips by you. Dont rely on technology alone 40 , but long-distance friendships even clos

46、e ones may require more conscious effort to sustain. Try to seek out chances to renew friendships. How to do it? Just spend face-to-face time together whenever possible.A. Remember important datesB. Compensate by writing lettersC. It is also helpful for you to be a friendship keeperD. Try to find a

47、time that works for both of you and stick to itE. Friends need to talk about their preferred methods of communicationF. It is easy to have a sense of connectedness through social mediaG. You may be the friend who left or the one who was left behind【2022浙江6月卷】I have a drawer full of letters to Santa.

48、 Each year my children would write up their Christmas 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. 31 Those letters taught my children a valuable lesson about writing: It has a purpose

49、. Sometimes our purpose is to achieve something; other times it may be to entertain, inform, or persuade. 32 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 c

50、ommunicate with others through writing. When children write for real audiences and real purposes, they can learn to choose their words accordingly. 33 You write “Dear Santa” because you dont know him personally and you want to show him respect. 34 Texting, online messaging, live chats while playing

51、video games all mean that they are constantly 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. 35 Th

52、is type of writing wont be rewarded by the 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

53、should be.C. The age of pen-and-paper letter 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 kin

54、d of writing young people do, it will cause problems.【2022浙江1月卷】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. 31 Pick the most important. 32 Focus on spending time that for you is fun and pro

55、ductive. 1 chose the life of an adviser 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. 33 Fin

56、d ways to enjoy them in a combined manner. 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. 34 You would think learning takes more time from you, but actually the

57、re are always new ways of doing things that 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 progre

58、ss and keep refining (改进) toward a happy productive existence. 35 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

59、give you greater joy.F. Perhaps these tips will help you make the most of your time.G. This is why making lists is important in any productivity handbook.【2022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

60、 fitness level of our body that helps us fight these diseases. 36 We need 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

61、 have a weak body, which is ready to be targeted by viruses. 37 This does 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 in

62、stance, we must exercise daily regardless of our age and working style. 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

63、day. It helps in improving our immune (免疫) system and protects us against 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.

64、 For instance, we may have a tendency to catch a cold easily.E. If we 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.2021年高考真题题组【2022新高考I卷】My husband and I just s

65、pent a week in Paris. 36 So the first thing we did was rent a fantastically expensive sixth-floor apartment the size of a cupboard. It was so tiny that we had to leave our suitcases in the hallway.The place wasnt entirely authentic, though. Unlike a normal Parisian apartment, the plumbing (水管) worke

66、d. 37 Our building even had a tiny lift with a female voice that said, “Ouverture des portes,” in perfect French. That is the only French phrase I mastered, and its a shame I dont have much use for it.Parisians are different from you and me. They never look lazy or untidy. As someone noted in this p

67、aper a couple of weeks ago, they eat great food and never gain weight. 38 French strawberries do not taste like cardboard. Instead, they explode in your mouth like little flavor bombs. 39 On our first morning in Paris, I went around the corner to the food market to pick up some groceries. I bought a

68、 handful of perfectly ripe small strawberries and a little sweet melon. My husband and I agreed they were the best fruit we had ever eaten. But they cost $18!In France, quality of life is much more important than efficiency (效率). You can tell this by caf life. French cafs are always crowded. 40 When

69、 do these people work? The French take their 35-hour workweek seriously so seriously that some labor unions recently struck a deal with a group of companies limiting the number of hours that independent contractors can be on call.A. Not all the customers are tourists.B. The quality of life in France

70、 is equally excellent.C. There was a nice kitchen and a comfortable bed.D. The amazing food is mainly consumed by local farmers.E. Thats not the only reason the French eat less than we do.F. Our aim was to see if we could live, in some way, like real Parisians.G. The food is so delicious that you do

71、nt need much of it to make you happy.【2022新高考II卷】If the only reading you ever do 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. 36 Before y

72、ou open the book, make sure that you are comfortable. You need a seat which supports your back and the book should be at the right distance from your eyes. 37 38 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

73、 book or only certain parts of it. Ten minutes spent in this way could save 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. 39 A history book which may contain the facts in story form will be easier to read than one

74、dealing with scientific subjects. In the former case you may be able to read a chapter. In the latter you may only be able to read one page.Always keep a pencil and paper beside you. 40 Note also the facts important for your purpose as well as anything which leads you to further research. You dont h

75、ave to write these things in detail. It is enough to put the page number 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 spee

76、d.E. Make a note of any page which is of special importance.F. You may find yourself having to learn something by heart.G. Keep the room cool rather than warm to avoid feeling sleepy.【2022全国甲卷】Swap, Dont shop!You keep hearing about recycling, right? But it doesnt end with bottles, cans, and paper. C

77、lothing takes a huge amount of natural resources（资源）to make, and 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 wa

78、y to get rid of your used clothes, score clothes from your friends, 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 yo

79、u have a nice selection. 17 , and there may not be enough things 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 m

80、irrors around your room so people can see how things look when 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 so

81、ng, or whatever. 20 . And dont forget to put out some cookies 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 sp

82、otsG. Tell everyone to bring clean clothes in good condition【2021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

83、 the main thing is just to show up and be adventurous, trying different foods and talking to strangers. People love to talk about themselves. If you can start the conversation with a question other than “What do you do for a living?”, youll be able to get a lot more interesting conversation out of w

84、homever it is youre talking to. 37 , it can bring in “I have this old, broken-down vehicle” or “I rode the bus with these crazy people who were laughing at silly jokes in the back.” It just opens up conversation. 38 ? If you cant take their wine away, you should certainly try to take away their soap

85、box (讲台). If youre the host, you can ask them to help 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 talk

86、ing again is to give the host a compliment(赞扬). 40 . 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 questi

87、on “How did you get here?”D. Be prepared to have awkward conversations with strangersE. Or turn the conversation into a topic where they have little to sayF. What about that person who had too much to drink or wont stop talkingG. He or she is the person who is feeling the weight of that awkwardness

88、the most【2021浙江6月】Youve got mailand its a postcardPaulo Magalhaes, a 34-year-old Portuguese computer engineer, loves to open his mailbox and find a brightly colored picture of Romes Colosseum. Or Africas Victoria Falls. Or Chinas Great Wall. 31 I often send postcards to family and friends. he says t

89、o China Daily, but you can imagine that after a while, you never receive as many as you send, and you realize that not everyone is into it 32 ” Seeking other like-minded souls, however, Paulo started looking in a somewhat unlikely place: online. Many would say the Internet is a place for people who

90、have given up on the traditional postal service, but Paulos hunch（直觉）paid off. Today his hobby has developed into the website , a social network that has grown to 575,217 registered users in 214 countries and regions since he started it 10 years ago. 33 Running the website has almost turned into a f

91、ull-time job. Language is certainly a barrier for many people. For postcrossing to work worldwide, a common communication language is needed so that everyone can understand each other. As cool as it may be to receive a postcard written in Chinese, the concept doesnt work if one doesnt understand it.

92、 34 So a common language is required and in postcrossing thats English since its widely spoken. Many people in China have limited exposure to English. 35 That said, we know of many postcrossing members, including Chinese, who have actually improved their English skills through their use of postcross

93、ing, Paulo says. A. And thats totally fine.B. That makes it extra hard to learn and practice it.C. He likes to think of sending postcards as a family-friendly hobby.D. Many love to make a connection with someone from across the world. E. On August 5, the number of postcards exchanged by members topp

94、ed 31 million. F. Similarly, if you speak only Chinese, receiving a card in Swedish takes part of the fun away. G. In short, he loves postcards, and the excitement of getting a hand-written note from someone far away.【2021北京卷】Music has long been considered to be an enjoyable pastime for many people.

95、 _35_ The mental health benefits from music cant be argued. Music 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 pain. By distracting （分心） the mind from the pain, music, people say, can lower st

96、ress and anxiety levels. This, of course, can lead to less pain. Many 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 pressure. Similarly, according to researchers, listeni

97、ng to just 30 minutes of soft music every day may help with healthy blood sugar levels, through the lowering of stress and anxiety. When 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 heart health. In one Europ

98、ean 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 whole range o

99、f other health issues that turning up the radio could be beneficial for, which is what makes music so valuable. A. This feeling can also result in many other health problems. B. Some experts say that music can be harmful if it is too loud. C. This idea is a little off-the-wall but still has scientif

100、ic backing. D. They say it can play a big role in calming the brain enough to sleep. E. The implications of music on overall well-being are really impressive. F. It is also highly popular due to the individualized effects on stress and anxiety. G. Interestingly, the more cheerful the music was, the

101、faster their heart rates were. 2020年高考真题题组【2020新高考卷】Some individuals are born with a gift for public speaking._36_Do you want to be a good public speaker? Here are some principles you must master.People want to listen to someone who is interesting, relaxed and comfortable. Too often when you stand u

102、p to give a speech, you focus on the “public” at the expense of the “speaking. ” _37_ 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 about any mistake is the one who is s

103、peaking. 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._38_Your goal is not to be a perfect public speaker._39_And like everything else in life, that takes p

104、ractice. Remember, even world champion athletes practice their skills on a consistent basis._40_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. It seemed to go on forever! “So

105、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 effective public speaker.C. You don t

106、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 speakers because they train t

107、o be.【2020全国I卷】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 set you in the right direction. 37 Do not follow the people who make you feel not-good-enough. Why do you follo

108、w 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 for mistakes that you have made. We are often ashamed of our shortcomings, our mistakes and our failures. 38 Yo

109、u 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. But, I tried my best.”Recognize all of your strengths. Write them down in a journal. Begin to train your brai

110、n 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 strengths, list your imperfections. Turn the page in your journal. Put into words why you feel unworthy, why you d

111、ont 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. Where do you start?C. Nothing is too small to celebrate.D. Remember, you are only human. E Set an intention fo

112、r self-acceptance.F. Stop comparing yourself with others.G. When does the comparison game start?【2020全国I卷】Emoji（表情符号）and Workplace CommunicationIn Asia, messaging platforms are growing rapidly, with users in the hundreds of millions, both at work and play. 36 . Its been reported that 76 percent of e

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

114、beyond, and finding common ground in communication style can be a challenge.38 . While the younger generations prefer to communicate visually, for those used to working with traditional tools like email, it may feel like a learning curve（曲线）. The good news is that its simple to learn and can be wort

115、h 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 even a serious note can be softened with an encouraging smile.40 , and emoji can contribute directly to that positive outcom

116、e. 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 feel more conversationalB. Even a formal email can seem cold and unfriendlyC. Sending smiling faces to colleagues may seem stran

117、geD. The popularity of these platforms is spreading globallyE. Giving employees the tools enables them to communicate honestlyF. Studies show that friendlier communication leads to a happier workplaceG. An easy way to bring all work generations together is with a chat platform【2020全国III卷】A housewarm

118、ing 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 panty. 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

119、space with love and hopefully presents. 37 Some people register a list of things they want or need for their new home at a local or store or stores. Some common things people will put on a gift registry include kitchen tools like knives and things like curtains. Even if there isnt a registry, a good

120、 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. There are usually no planned activities like games at a housewarming party. The host or hostess of the party will, how

121、ever, 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 help unpack boxes. 39 Housewarming parties get their name from the fact that a long time ago people would actually bri

122、ng 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 housewarming party.C. You can also bring food or drinks to share with the other guests.D. If youre lucky enough to receive g

123、ifts, 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 so that the person could keep their home warm for the winter.【2020北京卷】Many people think that positive thinking is mo

124、stly 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, phenomena, people, or

125、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 external factors. They tend

126、to believe in themselves and in what they do. 47 People who think positively demonstrate increased life spans (寿命), lower rates of depression and anxiety, better physical and psychological health, reduced risks of death from heart problems. Positive thinking also contributes to ones ability to deal

127、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(缓冲作用)against depression and anxiety. Resilient(适应性强的)people who think positively tend to treat e

128、very 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 times and i

129、mproving 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 discomfort, ei

130、ther. 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 chan

131、ge 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. 【2020浙江6月卷】I experienced years of loneliness as a child. _31_ His friends teased him about babysitting his sister and h

132、is interests were far different from mine. With no other kids of my age in the neighborhood, I had to spend hours by myself.A bright spot for me turned out to be reading. My love of the written word began early as my mother read to me every evening. _32_ I started reading books on my own before age

133、5 and my mother took me to the public library once a week to borrow several books. I quickly graduated from typical childrens books to ones with fewer pictures and longer chapters. Reading opened new worlds to me. _33_ My mother also encouraged me to make what I wanted. I tried making toy cars with

134、cardboard boxes and constructing buildings from leftover cardboard and bits of wood my father gave me. When my mother saw my creations, she told me how creative my designs were. _34_ I learned a lot about how to extend the life of objects and transform them into something new and useful. It was a tr

135、ait(特点) others found helpful, and I soon had friends who wanted to make things with me._35_My parents made it a point for their two kids to spend time outside, no matter the weather or season. My brother, of course, raced off to be with his friends, while I had plenty to do myself. There was making

136、leaf houses in autumn, ice skating in winter, and so much more. Theyre all memories I treasure today.A. I wasnt alone any longer.B. I enjoyed reading stories aloud.C. I was invited to play with another kid.D. I loved the colorful photographs in the books.E. Another habit I formed early was being out

137、doors.F. Thus, I began my lifelong interest in making things.G. My older brother couldnt be bothered to play with me.【2020浙江1月卷】Lets take a minute to think about the water we use. The human body is 60% water andwe need to drink lots of water to be healthy. When we are thirsty we just go to the kitch

138、enand fill a glass with clean water. 31 For example, farmers, who produce the food we eat, use water to make theplants grow. When we turn on a light or switch on a TV or a computer we use energy andwe need water to produce this energy.The truth is that we are lucky enough to have clean water wheneve

139、r 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 children die from diarrhoea (腹泻) from dirty water. Thats around 1,400 children

140、 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 world hold events to educate people about the problems of dirty water a

141、nd 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 helps get clean water to as many people as possible around the world.

142、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 problems.D. 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 wat

143、er 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.2019年高考真题题组【2020全国I卷】Is Fresh Air Really Good for You?We all grew up hearing people tell us to “go out and get some fres

144、h air.” 36 According to recent studies, the answer is a big YES, if the air quality in your camping area is good. 37 If the air youre breathing is clean-which it would be if youre away from the smog of cities-then the air is filled with life-giving, energizing oxygen. If you exercise out of doors, y

145、our body will learn to breathe more deeply, allowing even more oxygen to get to your muscles (肌肉) and your brain.Recently people have begun studying the connection between the natural world and healing (治愈). 38 In these places patients can go to be near nature during their recovery. It turns out tha

146、t just looking at green, growing things can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and put people into a better mood (情绪). Greenery is good for us. Hospital patients who see tree branches out their window are likely to recover at a faster rate than patients who see buildings or sky instead. 39 It give

147、s us a great feeling of peace. 40 While the suns rays can age and harm our skin, they also give beneficial Vitamin D. To make sure you get enough Vitamin Dbut still protect your skin put on sunscreen right as you head outside. It takes sunscreen about fifteen minutes to start working, and thats plen

148、ty of time for your skin to absorb a days worth of Vitamin D.A. Fresh air cleans our lungs.B. So what are you waiting for?C. Being in nature refreshes us.D. Another side benefit of getting fresh air is sunlight.E. But is fresh air really as good for you as your mother always said?F. Just as importan

149、tly, we tend to associate air with health care.G. All across the country, recovery centers have begun building Healing Gardens.【2020全国II卷】Imagine a child standing on a diving board four feet high and asking himself the question:“Should I jump? This is what motivation or the lack of it can do. Motiva

150、tion and goal setting are the two sides of same coin. 36 Like the child on the diving board, you will stay undecided.37 More than that, how should you stay motivated to achieve the goal? First, you need to evaluate yourself, your values your strengths, your weaknesses, your achievements, your desire

151、s etc. Only then should you set your goals.You also need to judge the quality and depth of your motivation. This is quite important, because it is directly related to your commitment. There are times when your heart is not in your work. 38 So, slow down and think what you really want to do at that m

152、oment. Clarity（清晰）of thoughts can help you move forward.Another way of setting realistic goals is to analyze your short and long term objectives, keeping in mind your beliefs, values and strengths. Remember that goals are flexible. 39 They also need to be measurable. You must keep these points in mi

153、nd while setting your goals.Your personal circumstances are equally important. For example, you may want to be a Pilot but cant become one because your eyesight is not good enough. 40 You should reassess your goals, and motivate yourself to set a fresh goal. You will surely need to overcome some dif

154、ficulties, some planned, but most unplanned. You cannot overcome them without ample motivation. Make sure that you plan for these difficulties at the time of setting your goals.A. This can affect your work.B. So how should you motivate yourself?C. However, this should not discourage you.D. So why sh

155、ould we try to set specific goals?E. They can change according to circumstances.F. Motivation is what you need most to do a good job.G. Without motivation you can neither set a goal nor reach it.【2020全国III卷】In an online class, developing healthy patterns of communication with professors is very impo

156、rtant. 36 While I have only listed two of each, there are obviously many other situations that can arise. Students should be able to extend the logic（逻辑）of each to their particular circumstance.Dos 37 Questions about subject content are generally welcomed. Before asking questions about the course de

157、sign, read the syllabus（教学大纲）and learning management system information to be sure the answer isnt hiding in plain sight. Participate in discussion forums（论坛）, blogs and other open-ended forums for dialogue. 38 Be sure to stay on topic and not offer irrelevant information. Make a point, and make it

158、safe for others to do the same.Donts Dont share personal information or stories. Professors are not trained nurses, financial aid experts or your best friends. If you are in need of a deadline extension, simply explain the situation to the professor. 39 Dont openly express annoyance at a professor o

159、r class. 40 When a student attacks a professor on the social media, the language used actually says more about the student. If there is truly a concern about a professors professionalism or ability, be sure to use online course evaluations to calmly offer your comments.A. Thats what they are for.B.

160、Turn to an online instructor for help.C. If more information is needed, they will ask.D. Remember that online professors get a lot of emails.E. Below are some common dos and donts for online learners.F. Everyone has taken a not-so-great class at one time or another.G. Ask questions, but make sure th

161、ey are good, thoughtful questions.【2020浙江卷】Rock music consists of many different styles. Even though there is a common spirit among all music groups, they make very different music. _31_ At that time the Beatles entered the world of music from Liverpool.After they were given an invitation to appear

162、live on BBC, the Beatles quickly became famous in Britain with nationwide tours. By mid-1963, the Beatles had been extremely popular in England. _32_ They held large concerts and performed at clubs. They became the hottest thing on the pop music scene in England. They began as a modestly successful

163、musician group and ended the year as show business legends(传说). John Lennon and Paul McCartney were named composers of the year._33_ They were not sure how the Americans would react to the new type of music. Beatlemania hit New York on February 7, 1964. Hundreds of fans jammed the airport to greet t

164、hem. _34_ The concert was broadcast live and attracted the largest one night audience in the history of television up to that time. The Beatles were described as a British invasion(入侵) by local and nationwide newspapers at that time. Their victory in America was still remembered as a major turning p

165、oint in the history of rock and roll. Thanks to the Beatles, a lot of opportunities were opened up to new faces on the market. _35_A. They decided on a tour to the United States in 1964.B. Even their hairstyles became major trends at that time.C. Rock music developed in the 1950s and the early 1960s

166、.D. However, their songs changed the lives of generations to come.E. Many rock bands were able to follow in the footsteps of the Beatles.F. They appeared in the films A Hard Days Night(1964)and Help！(1965).G. They performed their first concert in America at CBS televisions 53rd street studio.【2020北京

167、卷】Much of the work in todays world is accomplished(完成)in teams. Most people believe the best way to build a great team is to gather a group of the most talented individuals._46_Companies spend millions hiring top business people. Is their money well spent？_47_They focused on football，basketball and

168、baseball. The results are mixed .For football and basketball，adding talented players to a team proves a good method，but only up to the point where 70% of the players are top talent；above that level, the teams performance begins to decline. Interestingly，this trend isnt evident in baseball,where addi

169、tional individual talent keeps improving the teams performance.To explain this phenomenon，the researchers explored the degree to which a good performance by a team requires its members to coordinate(协调)their actions._48_In baseball，the performance of individual players is less dependent on teammates

170、. They conclude that when task interdependence is high，team performance will suffer when there is too much talent，while individual talent will have positive effects on team performance when task interdependence is lower. If a basketball star is,for example，trying to gain a high personal point total，

171、he may take a shot himself when it would be better to pass the ball to a teammate，affecting the teams performance. Young children learning to play team sports are often told，“There is no I in TEAM.”_49_Another possibility is that when there is a lot of talent on a team，some players may make less eff

172、ort. Just as in a game of tug-of-war(拔河比赛)，whenever a person is added，everyone else pulls the rope with less force._50_.An A-team may require a balancenot just A players，but a few generous B players as well.A. Its not a simple matter to determine the nature of talent.B. Sports team owners spend mill

173、ions of dollars attracting top talentC. The group interaction and its effect drew the researchers attention.D. Stars apparently do not follow this basic principle of sportsmanship.E. Several recent studies examined the role of talent in the sports world.F. Building up a dream team is more complex than simply hiring the best talent.G. This task interdependence distinguishes baseball from football and basketball.