高考英语七选五专项训练（含答案）

七选五
Tea Drinkers Enjoy Possible Health Benefits
The world is full of tea drinkers. ___1___ But new research suggests tea might help those who drink it live longer than those who do not.
Past studies in China and Japan, where green tea is popular, have suggested several health benefits. Now, scientists say black tea may show similar benefits.
___2___ They examined years of data gathered about the tea drinking behavior of almost 500,000 adults in Britain for as many as 14 years. Black tea is the most common kind of tea in Britain.
The researchers adjusted for risks that different persons may have related to health, living conditions, diet and lifestyle choices. ___3___ That is, a 9 to 13 percent lower risk of death from any cause than non-tea drinkers.
The research was published in Annals of Internal Medicine. The scientists said the lowered risk of death held true for study subjects with heart disease. However, researchers said there was no clear finding in connection with deaths from cancer. ___4___
Experts at the U. S. National Institutes of Health say polyphenols (茶多酚) are thought to be responsible for the health benefits that have traditionally been linked to tea, especially green tea. Green tea is reported to improve mental ability and head pain, and help people with weight loss. Green tea has also been studied for possible protective effects against heart disease and cancer.
The study of British tea drinkers was based on observing people’s behaviors and health. ___5___ The study does not offer enough evidence to advise people to change their tea behaviors.
“If you drink one cup a day already, I think that is good,” an expert said. “And please enjoy your cup of tea.”
A．The researchers were not sure why.
B．For many, they simply enjoy the taste.
C．This kind of method cannot prove cause and effect.
D．China has a long history of growing and drinking tea.
E．Many studies have already proved the benefits of drinking tea.
F．The study found that high tea drinking was linked to a reasonable benefit.
G．Scientists from the United States National Cancer Institute carried out the study.
Become a Better English Student with These Study Tips
●Study every day.
Learning any new language is a time-consuming process, more than 300 hours by some estimates. Rather than try and cram (临时死记硬背) a few hours of review once or twice a week, most experts say short, regular study sessions are more effective. ____6____
●Keep things fresh.
Instead of focusing on one single task for the entire study session, try mixing things up. Study a little grammar, then do a short listening exercise, then perhaps read an article on the same topic. Don’t do too much. ____7____ The variety will keep you engaged and make studying more fun.
●Read, watch, and listen.
Reading English-language newspapers and books, listening to music, or watching TV can also help you improve your written and verbal comprehension skills. By doing so repeatedly, you’ll begin to unconsciously absorb things like pronunciation, speech patterns, accents, and grammar. Keep pen and paper handy and write down words you read or hear that are unfamiliar. ____8____ Use them the next time you are role- playing dialogues in class.
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Even advanced students of English can struggle to learn prepositions (介词), which are used to describe duration, position, direction, and relationships between objects. There are literally dozens of prepositions in the English language (some of the most common include “of” “on” and “for”) and few hard rules for when to use them. Instead, experts say, the best way to learn prepositions is to memorize them and practise using them in sentences. Study lists such as this one are a good place to begin.
●Write it down.
Repetition is the key as you’re learning English, and writing exercises are a great way to practise. Take 30 minutes at the end of class or study to write down what happened during your day. ____10____ By making a habit of writing, you’ll find your reading and comprehension skills improve over time.
A．Practise your prepositions.
B．20 minutes on three different exercises is plenty.
C．There are a number of words in the English language.
D．Some words are spelled differently and have different meanings.
E．Then, do some research to learn what those new words mean.
F．It doesn’t matter whether you use a computer or pen and paper.
G．As little as 30 minutes a day can help you improve your English skills over time.
Gardening may be one of the most relaxing hobbies you’ll find, with the excitement of seeing something you have planted actually turn into a flower. But if you’ve been holding back because you don’t have a yard, then you’re missing out a lot.____11____
Container gardening is the most obvious way to plant when you don’t have a ton of space. If you can get a container regardless of its size, you can have a garden.____12____Even a small pot with a brightly colored flower or bushy green plants can give your entryway a pop of color.
____13____Grow climbing plants on a fence or the posts over your doorway to decorate the side of your home. Plenty of plants are happy to grow up instead of out, so you can have some greenery without a traditional garden.
Have an apartment or townhouse Then consider outdoor window boxes that you access from inside.____14____And they give you plenty of options to plant bright blooms or fresh herbs within reach-plus they give your home some added appeal at the same time.
There’s probably still one room where you haven’t thought of putting some plants: Your bathroom. Even if yours doesn’t get much light, a wall-mounted garden can still grow well.____15____They will give your bathroom a more natural, earthy feel.
A．These require, no ground space at all.
B．When plants get enough sunlight, they grow better.
C．If you’re really short of space, think height instead.
D．They can add some green to the inside of your home.
E．Bigger pots give you space to grow several different flowers.
F．In fact, there are plenty of easy ways to get the joy of gardening.
G．Plants that do well in shady and wet environments are the best choice.
Do you want to raise mentally strong kids Stop doing the following things.
Ignoring your child’s feelings
You’re implying that your children’s feelings are wrong, when you say “Don’t worry about it. It’s not a big deal.” ___16___. And the key to living their best life is about managing emotions. A healthier message is to say “I know you feel scared right now, but I also know you’re strong enough to face your fears.”
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It’s easy to give in when your children are losing their tempers. But each time you give them what they want, you teach your children that their unacceptable acts are an effective way to get their needs met. If you want to raise mentally strong kids, stick to your limits.
Spoiling Your Children
___18___. But there’s a lot of research that shows just how unhealthy over-protection is for kids. If they always get everything they want, they miss out on learning valuable life skills like self-discipline. ___19___. Let them know what it’s like to experience disappointment, and teach them how to work for things they want to have.
Expecting Perfection
While high expectations are good for kids, setting the goal too high is likely to get the opposite effect. Whether you expect too much from your child on the sports field, or your academic expectations are unreasonable, kids who feel they can’t succeed are likely to stop trying.___20___.
A．Giving in to misbehavior
B．Keeping to your principles
C．Teach them not to give up dreams easily
D．Kids tend to have a wide variety of emotions
E．Therefore, set limits on what you give your children
F．You may think it’s cute to spend more money on your children
G．They are also more likely to struggle with self- confidence issues
We all know about the health benefits of swimming. It offers a great workout for the body —it builds endurance, muscle strength, and cardiovascular (心血管的) fitness.___21___ Well, many people are trying, based on evidence that it is good for us.
Cold-water swimming involves swimming in natural areas including ponds, rivers, and the sea. ___22___. And research has found it can have much bigger benefits than that for your body and mind. Besides being good exercise, spending time outdoors and in the water improves wellbeing.
___23___. One man who suffered constant pain after surgery claimed he was cured by taking a plunge in cold open water. And another swimmer, Sandria Simons, told the BBC, “the immersion (浸) of your body in cold, salt water, just feeling like you’re at one with nature if you like, just feels amazing.”
But what are people gaining from this chilly experience Doctors say getting into cold water causes a stress response, but the more you do it, your reaction to stress is reduced. It’s also thought to have a strong anti-inflammatory (消炎的) effect. __24__. Some experts believe cold-water swimming helps “cross-adaptation”, where one form of stress prepares the body for another. For example, it also helps reduce the stress of exercising at high altitudes.
___25___: approach it with caution, swim with a friend, and maybe start in the summer, when the water temperatures are higher!
A．A cold swim wakes you up
B．Want to have a go at open water swimming
C．It can also be dangerous, so it’s important to do it right
D．But who would enjoy swimming in water that’s ice cold
E．So, if you’re convinced that this is for you, take this advice
F．But there are bigger benefits to this stress-reducing exercise
G．Evidence suggests that cold-water swimming has cured certain health conditions
Conservation is the main focus of most zoos today. Public perception has, to a large extent, not yet caught up with this shift in focus. Zoos put an enormous effort into educating the public about their valuable role as conservation centers.
At the same time, most people come to zoos at least in part to be entertained.___26___The recent addition of a giraffe-feeding platform at the Reid Park Zoo in Tues on, Arizona, has been wildly successful. Most of the program’s profits go to conservation projects around the world.
Zoo professionals put a great deal of effort into tools and activities that provide animals with stimulation (刺激). It has been proven that captive (圈养) animals with habitat enrichment do much better than those without it.___27___Zookeepers may spend months developing a new form of enrichment and then discover that an animal has no interest in it.
Zoo keepers often stimulate natural behaviors by using techniques such as hiding food in enclosures so that animals need to search and reach for it.___28___Some zoos make frozen taste treats for their animals, in eluding rats and fish.
Many zoos do some amount of behavioral training of animals-often as a way to enable staff to provide better care. For example, lions and tigers can be trained to touch a “target” or to put their tails through a fence. Later, they will accept an injection in the same manner. A baboon (狒狒) can be trained to present a shoulder for the same purpose.___29___
A constant concern at all zoos is where money is going to come from. It takes a huge amount of money to keep and care for zoo animals, maintain exhibits, and pay staff salaries.___30___Every zoo has a “wish list” of projects, including updating exhibits and developing new ones.
A．Zoos must always look for ways to pay for expenses.
B．Other forms of enrichment include things that stimulate the senses.
C．Zoos vary greatly in size and in the amount of money they have for expansion.
D．Such training can help zoo vets provide better, and often less intrusive care.
E．Other sensory enrichment may include stimulating the sense of smell with cooking spices.
F．Zoos must keep the public interested, so they are always working to develop new programs and exhibits.
G．The goal of enrichment is to keep animals stimulated for as long a time as possible, and efforts involve a great deal of trial and error.
How to Take to Become a Morning Person
As we all know, early to bed and early to rise is beneficial to health. ____31____ Here are some tips for you to take to become a morning person.
●Seek out as much natural light as possible. The secret to becoming a morning person is exposure to bright light. ____32____ When you wake up, pop outside for a walk around the block, or sit out back while you sip a cup of coffee. Besides, the black-out curtains you might use to foster a very dark sleeping environment isn’t recommended. If the brightness bothers you overnight, consider wearing an eye mask that you take off as you start to wake up.
● ____33____ There are two ways to approach your journey to early rising. You could force yourself to get up at your desired time every day, knowing that you’ll feel tired in the first few days but will naturally start falling asleep earlier within a few weeks. You can shift half an hour, wait a few days, shift another half an hour, wait a few days, and then shift another half an hour. Step by step it’s easier for you to tolerate.
●Go to bed early in the evenings. A consistent bedtime isn’t as crucial as sticking to the same rising time every day, but it’s still important to make sure you’re getting enough sleep. Most people should aim for at least seven hours a night. ____34____ Cut back on how much exposure to bright light you’re getting, because being exposed to artificial light in the late evening holds back your body’s ability to generate melatonin (褪黑素), which can interfere with both your ability to fall asleep and your sleep quality.
●Plan something to look forward to. To motivate you out of bed, you should treat yourself to something special you can enjoy the moment you get up. For example, you won’t miss your favorite coffee or pastries when your alarm goes off at 5 a.m... ____35____
A．Ease in gradually.
B．Be consistent with your schedule.
C．You’re not fearing it if you think of these.
D．The sun is the driver of our internal clock.
E．Enough sleep will enhance your immune function.
F．However, it really needs dramatic courage to pull yourself out of the warm bed.
G．Thus, you’ll probably need to inch your bedtime forward as you transition to a new schedule.
Scientists and researchers have long sought to understand why people cry when experiencing joy or happiness. Crying can be confusing to witness on a joyous occasion, but it happens often. ____36____ .
You have repressed feelings.
____37____ . This meant that people who cried when experiencing something joyous had underlying feelings of sadness they hadn’t addressed. Many researchers have countered the theory over the years, but it appears to be one of the earliest attempts to understand why we cry when we are happy.
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Tears contain enzymes(酶), lipids(脂质), electrolytes(电解质), and metabolites(代谢物). But emotional tears might also include other proteins and hormones. It is assumed that release of stress hormones like prolactin(催乳激素) and leu-enkephalin(内啡肽) may help regulate the body’s physical and emotional homeostasis(自我平衡). Stress hormones may help calm you and regulate your mood.
It fosters vulnerability(脆弱性) and social connection.
Crying in any setting could also be our way of showing vulnerability as human beings. When we cry, we signal to others to empathize(共情) with us. ____39____ . Scientists believe that crying is a way of establishing a social connection with other people.
You feel powerless over your emotions.
____40____ . When you cry, it feels like you are forcing out some of these emotions. As such, while you might be experiencing a happy or joyous occasion, you might find the emotion too strong to control. Crying helps you release some of this emotion.
A．Crying may regulate your body.
B．Crying may release repressed stress.
C．This happens when we cry because of a happy or sad event.
D．Over the decades, researchers have devised theories to explain why.
E．An early theory suggested that this happened as a result of repressed feelings.
F．Some research suggests crying can help you manage perceived strong feelings.
G．While you might not always allow your tears free fall, you often feel them coming on.
Learning how to care for a sad person will help you be there for your loved ones and friends when they are down. However, knowing how to care for a sad person is not something an individual is born with. ____41____ Here are a few tips that will eventually help you lift the spirit of a sad person.
Give a hug. Hugging someone shows your affection and care. ____42____ This can make them feel relaxed and open to you. This can also help them recognize that you are there to help them go through this moment. With no kind and loving words, your actions have already said a lot.
____43____ Now, go on and say some kind words. Words like “I’m here”, “we are in this together”, “you’ll get over this”, “lean on me” and so on, can help a sad person feel better and know that you’re there to take him/her through the sad moment.
Use the right tone of voice. ____44____ They go along with tone to convey a meaning to the listener. To convey your words with faith that would create a positive effect on the sad person, you would need to say it with the right tone of voice.
Listen patiently. People ask lots of questions but they end up paying little attention to getting the feedback (反馈) that they wanted. Don’t be that person. After asking the questions, listen patiently to know what the sad person would appreciate at that time. ____45____
A．Say kind loving words.
B．Make use of polite expressions.
C．Then choose to appreciate others too.
D．Remember that words do not stand alone.
E．It will help you know how to offer the best fitting help.
F．This knowledge is gained through research and practice.
G．When you do this to someone, they can feel your warmth.
Modern humans have only existed for a relatively short time, and maybe we’d like to stick around a lot longer. But how can we do that
Figure out climate change.
__46__There have been times in the past when it’s been hotter than it is today, and times when it’s been cooler. But there is something different about the past century. As far as we can tell from the record, there has been no time in Earth’s entire history when the climate has warmed so much in such a short amount of time. __47__There are: more frequent and more severe extreme weather events like tornadoes and hurricanes; droughts increasing; more changeable weather, with seasons beginning to lack regularity; and sea level rises. While climate change doesn’t necessarily pose an existential threat to human existence, it surely poses a threat to how we like to live our lives in modern society.
Figure out nuclear weapons.
A single nuclear weapon doesn’t pose a threat to all of humanity, but the thousands of them in the world right now certainly do. __48__Just consider all the “near misses” in recent history, where nuclear war was avoided thanks only to the quick thinking of individuals. We can only try our luck for so long. And one accident can lead to larger scale nuclear conflict. __49__
Figure out asteroids(小行星).
If you want to know the terrible consequences for ignoring space borne threats, just ask the dinosaurs how well it worked out for them. Asteroids have the ability to cause massive extinction events, wiping out vast numbers of entire species. __50__ For humanity to make it to the long-term, we need to equip ourselves with asteroid detection and reduction strategies
A．The consequences can’t be avoided.
B．Countries are joining hands to solve it.
C．Now the chances of one nuclear explosion increase.
D．The earth’s climate has changed for millions of years.
E．While these kinds of events are rare, the risks are severe.
F．And we can see the effects of climate change everywhere.
G．We need to disarm as much as possible to reduce the risk of disaster.
It could be said trees naturally call for attention as they climb toward the sky with their arms outstretched. ___51___As we move through our daily life, trees seem to play the role of a backdrop.
Trees are beneficial to the quality and health of our lives, our homes, and our planet. Rooted to a single spot, they appear still.___52___Trees are rarely lazy. In fact, they are workhorses of the environment as the impact of their hard work carries miles farther than the ground in which they stand.
Trees are the most cost-effective tool in the fight against climate change. Trees clean the air and clear up carbon. They foster biodiversity and support critical habitats.For example, ring-tailed lemurs are considered one of the most endangered creatures on the planet One of the reasons is that half of the forests they depend on were cut down.___53___.
Trees can save our lives too. Reports indicate in 2022 alone, heat waves across Europe caused an estimated 20,000deaths. Scientists point to trees as a way to protect these urban heat islands, saying that increasing Europe’s tree shade by 30% could prevent thousands of deaths.___54___In fact, doctors in Canada are so convinced of nature’s benefits for the mind and body, they started prescribing patients free passes to national parks.
___55___In some communities, trees are an important food source.In others, they’re a symbol of environmental recovery. When planted near streams and rivers, they clean and filter the water. When planted in the right place, trees can help you bring down energy costs for your home.
A．Where there’s a need, trees can fill it.
B．However, it’s still easy for us to ignore them.
C．But that stillness has nothing to do with laziness.
D．Humans aren’t always dependent on treetops for shelter.
E．An animal may seek an escape from your dog in the backyard.
F．Being around trees can also improve our physical and mental health.
G．Actually, trees are home to 80% of all animals, plants, and insects on land.
Finding the Energy to Take Action
Many of us think that the thing that is holding us back from living our dreams most is a lack of time. Thus time management is widely believed to be a crucial skill if we want to be able to achieve what we want and to make real change in our life.
Of course, this isn’t wrong as time management is indeed a very important skill and most of us do need more time to do the things we want to do. ____56____ An even bigger piece that we all too often overlook is energy management. Here we will look at why energy management is such an important aspect of your success and how to start handling it better.
____57____ Perhaps we want to spend some time learning another language. Maybe we want to cook a nice homemade meal. Or maybe we just want to work out or pay some bills. Either way, there’s a good chance that what will actually happen when you get home is that you’ll sit down on the sofa. ____58____
What you’re now experiencing is a lack of energy. Once you’ve had dinner, you may well find that you no longer have the enthusiasm for those bills or that workout. ____59____ So how do you get that energy back
One simple answer is to go to bed earlier and to wake up later. To start putting sleep at the forefront of your priorities instead of at the back of them. ____60____ Instead of expending energy doing things that don’t really matter—even stressing over what to wear—understand that your mental energy is on a strict budget and that you need to conserve it to do the things you really want to do!
A．Losing extra weight can provide a powerful energy uplift.
B．But the point is that this is only one piece of the puzzle.
C．Most of us have big plans for what we want to do on any given day.
D．Similarly you should also change some of your priorities.
E．You have the will to be productive but a lack of energy is holding you back.
F．You should look into choosing a diet that will help to give you energy.
G．Then you’ll crash to the point where you can’t get up and do anything constructive at all.
Do you know that one of the main causes of some aches and pains is lack of sleep Sleeping well is essential for a healthy life.
___61___ Sleeping is an activity that no healthy person can do without. Eight hours a day of our entire lives are focused on being able to sleep. It’s an activity that’s responsible for relaxing us after a long day of work and study. Meanwhile it can recharge our energies to perform to the maximum the next day.
Getting quality sleep has many benefits. It can help you to:
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Minimize illness.
Reduce heart disease.
Have greater concentration on your activities.
People need different amounts of sleep. It’s generally suggested that the proper amount should be 8 hours. ___63___ But this would not be possible at all if there were no quality elements that provide us with a good rest, the pillow, for example.
By getting a good pillow you can enjoy great hours of sleep and deep rest. ___64___ That’s because they are the pillows preferred by the general public since they can avoid dust.
Another type of pillow highly recommended to those who want a good rest is the knee pillow for side sleepers. This type of pillow is placed between the legs at bedtime. They are designed specially for those who prefer to sleep in the fetal (胎儿) position. ___65___
Also recommended, for example, are body pillows that focus on keeping the spine (脊柱) level. Some are made for you to sleep on your back or stomach all night long.
A．Which pillows help us sleep well
B．Why is it so important to sleep well
C．Improve mood, and reduce stress and anxiety levels.
D．Recently, natural pillows have become very fashionable.
E．In fact, many will feel good by sleeping 6 or 7 hours.
F．However, in most cases not everyone can get 8-hour sleep.
G．This type of pillow can help improve blood flow in the legs.
Autistic (自闭症的) children are as known as “children of the stars”0 They may have difficulties communicating with other people. ____66____ By combining music with mobile technology, three students from Shanghai Jiao Tong University have tried to help them with an app called Starrypia.
Tan Yilan, Zhang Junwei and Cai Yu spent five months building their AR-gamified therapy app for children with autism. Children use the app to scan things around them. ____67____ Then they rearrange the parts to create songs. The songs would be recorded in their music diaries.
“This is actually a kind of music therapy. ____68____ The process also trains their abilities.” said Tan. The app encourages children to scan and identify dolls, animals and plants. They even designed different levels, guiding users from their surroundings to nature.
According to the app’s developers, traditional music therapy is usually taken in hospitals. ____69____ But Starrypia makes the process more like a game. Besides, it can be used anytime and anywhere, making the therapy lighter and easier.
Starrypia will soon come out on the APP Store. ____70____ They will return the income to their families. When they tested the app on autistic children, they got good responses, not only in professional terms but also on the children’s faces. “I saw their smiles as they played with Starrypia, making everything worth it,” said Tan.
A．They are combining music with mobile technology.
B．Autistic children can better express themselves by it.
C．And they get parts of music as well as cartoon images.
D．The developers are also preparing to sell the music works.
E．The music therapy app is becoming more and more popular.
F．However, music can open their hearts as a kind of artistic language.
G．Autistic children sit in front of computers learning some music courses.
If you’re currently studying in senior high school, chances are that you’ve started thinking about what your career options might be for the future. ____71____
If you use a step-by-step plan, you can avoid choosing a college major that turns out to be nothing like you expected and head on a career path with more confidence and eventual success.
Start With an Aptitude (能力) Test
____72____ Other people find reading, writing and learning languages easy. Taking an aptitude test, also known as a career test or career quiz, will help you determine where your study skills will help you best.
You shouldn’t pigeon-hole yourself into a profession just because a career test says it’s right for you. ____73____ However, aptitude tests often help you identify professions you might not have considered.
Take a Personality Test
Personality tests can help you figure out if you’re a natural leader or more of a follower. ____74____ How do you handle conflict What about dealing with bullies or gossips A personality test will help you decide if you might be comfortable working for a large corporation in a team environment, or as an entrepreneur (创业者) launching your own business.
List Jobs That Interest You
Write a list of jobs that interest you. ____75____ Be realistic, based on where you live and what your finances are. For example, if you want to start a restaurant, you’ll need hundreds of thousands of dollars. Working in a restaurant as a prep cook or taking cooking classes will help you see what the restaurant business is like and whether or not it might be right for you.
A．It’s never too early for you to do so.
B．Are you good at singing or drawing
C．Many people end up doing what they don’t like.
D．For some people, subjects like math and science come easily.
E．Do you like to work in groups, or are you better on your own
F．You shouldn’t avoid a career because a test says it’s not a good fit.
G．They can be jobs you know nothing about but are fun or challenging.
How to Avoid Distractions While Studying
You know you really want to do well in your study. Your parents have put the pressure on, or you promised yourself you would do better. But you keep getting distracted (分心)! How can you solve the problem ____76____
Find a place that makes you want to study. If the books and seriousness of the library put you in the mood for focusing on study, go for it. If the comfortable chairs and coffee at your local café are what you need to get through your reading for English, go there. ____77____
Set a study schedule. When you have many subjects to study for, it can seem hard to get through everything. Give yourself a schedule where you set specific times to study particular subjects. ____78____ Besides, change subjects every two hours.A little variety keeps you refreshed and focused.
____79____ If you find yourself distracted from studying by thoughts about everything else, spend 5 minutes thinking about them, but then tell yourself studying is your main task now. If you are tired of study, step away. A short break helps refresh you so that you can stay focused when you come back to studying.
Go off the electronic devices. Texting, social media, calls and other distractions that come from our electronic devices are some of the biggest barriers to staying focused when studying. ____80____ Turn off the distracting electronic devices!
A．Give yourself a brief study break.
B．Go out for a picnic to refresh yourself.
C．The following tips may give you a hand.
D．Luckily, the fix is easy and totally within your control.
E．It’s no doubt that a library is the best place for studying well.
F．This makes studying seem less difficult, helping you stay on task.
G．The most important thing is that the location motivates you to study.
We often try to save money for a variety of different reasons. It might be to save up for a new computer or put money aside into a rainy-day fund. ____81____, but a recent study showed that over half of all 22~29-year-olds living in the UK have no savings at all. Did they max out on too many things, or are there other factors And how can we become better savers
First, put a stop to those impulse buys. ____82____, even if it is on sale or looks like a bargain. Impulse buys are done in the heat of the moment and without thought for what it’s costing you. Encouraging yourself to question your purchase before you buy allows you to process what you are doing.
____83____. Withdraw cash before you go to a restaurant or shopping and set a fixed budget you must stick to. Also, any change that comes from your transactions when you’re using cash can be put in jar and deposited into your account.
Finally, be disciplined. ____84____. It’s about sticking to it, too. You shouldn’t be dipping into your savings every time you feel like it. Setting up a standing order from your current account into your savings the moment you receive your salary will ensure you keep up the habit. ____85____.
Just as the old saying goes: “A penny saved is a penny earned.” These are some of the actions we can take to help us all become better savers.
A．Learning how to save is important
B．Ask about discounts and pay in cash
C．It’s not just about creating that budget
D．Sometimes, saving money can be difficult
E．Another way is to use cash rather than card
F．Ask yourself if you really need to buy something
G．Successful savers stick to their plans and watch the money pile up
Dogs see the world through different lenses (视角). ___86___. Do you want to know what your dog is thinking at all times If so, keep reading to figure out what they have on their minds!
___87___. Pups (小狗) have a habit of chewing on things during the teething time. It does not mean the same thing when they are not puppies anymore. There is a chance that they just need to get more physical activity. One way to treat the problem would be to take your dog out for a walk.
How they bark. Dogs bark for a lot of reasons. Loud and frequent barks will mean there is an urgent issue (情况). Maybe they could feel danger lurking and want you to know about it. Short and soft ones, however, mean that they feel playful. ___88___.
Bringing you toys. Your dog might not want to play even if their toy is in their mouth. A theory says that this is their way to please their human. ___89___. They trust you so much that they want you to have their prized object. For this reason, you might hurt their feelings if you simply throw the toy away!
Pacing back and forth. Is your dog pacing Well, it probably means that they are excited, nervous, or bored. ___90___. When they go around in circles, it likely means that they want to play. It is similar to the way dogs greet each other upon first meeting.
A．Furniture moving
B．Furniture chewing
C．It might be that they want to show you their trust
D．However, they also use their bodies to communicate
E．They do not always mean the same as we humans do
F．They are doing it for the same reasons that we humans do
G．Loud barks could mean they feel in pain, so make sure to pay attention to them
People often seem easy to pick up infections and catch colds wherever they go. But a little prevention can go a long way for kids and adults. Just follow these tips:
____91____ To really send bacteria away, a quick wash won’t cut it. Take your time lathering(涂肥皂泡沫)up, and pay extra attention to the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails.____92____ Teach your kids (and yourself) to sing at the sink: When you’ve finished two rounds of “Happy Birthday”, it’s time to wash.
Go to bed early. Research has shown that not getting enough sleep can make you more likely to get sick when you pick up cold viruses. ____93____ Adults should aim for at least 7 hours a night, while school-age kids need 10 or more.
Get a flu shot. Everyone in your family who is older than 6 months should get one each year. What about babies They’re too young to get flu shots, but they can have serious problems if they get the flu.____94____
Eat a rainbow. Balanced, healthy meals with plenty of fruits and vegetables can help keep everyone’s immune(免疫)system in top form. Look for foods rich in vitamin A (sweet potatoes, carrots), vitamin C (fruits), and vitamin E (sunflower seeds). Lean protein (seafood, eggs, beans) can also help boost your body, defenses. What about those so-called health products that claim to boost your immunity with big doses of vitamins ____95____ A healthy diet is more reliable fuel for your immune system.
A．Not sure if you’ve washed enough
B．Improve your hand-washing technique.
C．Make sure you have enough soaps for daily use.
D．And the less rest you get, the greater your chances.
E．Much guesswork happens when your child has a cold or the flu.
F．Science has shown that they will not stop you from getting a cold.
G．So obviously, it is extra important for their caregivers to get flu shots instead.
Most people suffer some degree of anxiety when preparing for a test. _____96_____. Whatever your level of anxiety, learning to reduce it is very important to study effectively for a test. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to reduce anxiety, which will benefit your grades and your overall mental health.
Study effectively
The most effective way to study is attending class regularly, taking good notes, doing your homework, and above all being an active student. _____97_____. Consequently, you’re less likely to have exam anxiety.
_____98_____
Waiting until the night before a test to start studying is likely to increase your anxiety. You will not have time to ask questions or find lost information. You likely feel stressed, and are in a bad situation. Instead of waiting until the last minute, start studying as soon as a test is scheduled.
Stay active
Physical activities are great ways to reduce anxiety _____99_____. They will also distract your mind from the test and studying, so your brain will have a chance to relax and refresh itself. Any form of physical activities will have a beneficial effect on your anxiety.
Get plenty of sleep
Sleep deprivation is another cause of anxiety. Stay committed to getting a full 8 hours of sleep or more every night. _____100_____.
A．Complete study tasks
B．Schedule your study time
C．If you take exercise regularly, you will be less stressed
D．Physical activities release endorphins that will make you happy
E．This can range from a mild nervous feeling to a full panic attack
F．If you have done this, it means you are well prepared for a test.
G．This will ensure your brain has been properly rested and you can start studying with a fresh mind
How to Start a Garden
Having a garden at home adds color and life to your yard and also rewards you with fresh fruits, veggies, and herbs.____101____We’ll cover what you need to start a successful garden and give you the step-by-step guide to getting your plants in the ground.
Choose a location that gets direct sunlight.
Pick a well-draining spot that gets at least 6 hours of direct sunlight. Try to avoid parts of your yard that have puddles (水坑) after it rains.____102____It also helps to choose a garden spot that’s mostly level and open, so you don’t have to work around trees or shrubs.
____103____
Plan on growing veggies or herbs you like to eat. You want to be able to enjoy your harvest! Some of the easiest veggies to grow include tomatoes, potatoes, beans, cucumbers, leafy greens, lettuce, and squash. Radishes, spinach, and carrots are also easy plants that grow really quickly.
Get the basic tools and supplies you need.
Buy a shovel, rake, and hose or watering can. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re shopping for garden supplies—there are so many tools!____104____ At a minimum, you’ll need a shovel for digging, a rake for leveling the soil, and a hose or watering can for watering your plants.____105____
A．Decide what you’d like to grow.
B．When you’re just starting out, get the basics.
C．Test the soil to make sure it’s right for your plants.
D．You don’t want the roots of plants getting waterlogged.
E．For easy herbs to grow, try planting rosemary, oregano, thyme, or chives.
F．If this idea hits you, you are already on the right track.
G．You can also buy these items individually or shop for a kit that has great tools for a beginner.
If you’re not sure which relationships to prioritize (优先考虑), here are some types of people to keep close.
____106____.
It’s essential that we can trust the people around us. Honesty is not just about someone refraining from lying or coming forward when they screw up. It’s also about finding a way to tell us truths that we don’t want to hear. It’s important to be around individuals who will call us out when we are wrong or heading down a path that they know is not leading to a destination we want.
____107____. Choose to be around those who will not feel threatened by your happiness or success.____108____. Surround yourself with those who believe in your skills, potential and vision as much as you do, and want to help you be the best version of yourself.
People who make space for your emotions. Many people are good at having stimulating conversations but lack the emotional availability needed to make space for how we feel. We all need individuals who respect our feelings understand that sometimes all we need is to be heard.____109____. Such individuals serve as a source of support and can help us grow in our emotional maturity.
People who model qualities you admire, understand and accept you, and show up authentically are also valuable.
Let’s remember to apply these criteria to every type of relationship in our life.____110____.
A．People who tell us lies
B．People who tell us the truth
C．People who encourage and support you
D．Find people who are not satisfied with everything you do
E．They will sit with us through the hard or painful moments
F．Our time is valuable, so spend it with people who deserve it
G．Find people who areas happy about your wins as they would be about their own
For many people, our friends are the friends we met in high school or college. But that is not enough.____111____ When it comes to becoming close friends with someone, follow the following tips to help you connect to a new person in a meaningful way.
Listen & learn.
Meeting up for lunch or coffee is a great opportunity to get to know your new friend. Be sure that during conversation, you listen to what they’re telling you about their life, interests and passions. Take note of what they’re particularly excited about and ask them more about it ____112____
Plan activities.
____113____ Bike rides, long walks, and short road trips are all great ways for a friendship to mature. If you really want to know how to become close friends with someone, these activities will provide many opportunities to talk with each other.
____114____
Sometimes, life hits us with unexpected blows. When that happens to our friends, it’s important to support them with kind words, kind actions, and kind thoughts. Not only is it what you do for a friend in need but supporting your friend will solidify the trust that they have in you, further strengthening your close bond with them.
Share stories on Peoplepedia.
When you and your friend sign up for Peoplepedia, you can share your stories and learn more about one another. Writing about your life experiences and sharing them with the rest of the world will attract more friends wanting to know more about you. ____115____
A．Be there in times of need.
B．Buy a gift for your friends on important occasions.
C．We need to make friends with those new people that we meet in our lives.
D．Get them to talk about their favorite subjects and they’ll become closer to you.
E．If you want to promote your friendship, find an opportunity to stay more with them.
F．Casual lunch or coffee meetings, exciting activities can bring two people closer together.
G．Besides, your current friends will feel closer to you when they understand more about you.
The Benefits of After-school Activities
Your kid is asking for piano lessons, joining a soccer team or taking ballet classes, but you’re not so sure that your money will be well spent. ___116___ , read these next benefits of participating in hobbies outside the home. It might just convince you to book the first class.
Build confidence through creative hobbies
From arts and poem writing to music and crafts, there are lots of creative after-school activities available out there for kids of all ages. Not only do these classes stimulate your little one’s imagination, but they also encourage curiosity. ___117___ . Interacting with others, sharing, cooperating and solving conflicts are all added bonuses and they are all extremely helpful tools in building self-confidence.
___118___
These days, the fast-paced world we live in causes stress to us all, including children — and providing fun environments and spaces where they can feel safe and creative is an excellent idea to help your child reduce the stress.___119___ . You have to aim to eliminate the stressors in your child’s life, regardless of the type of stress your child is dealing with, be it the case of shyness, social anxiety or pressure from school or home life.
Gain physical and psychological strength with sports
Avoiding childhood obesity has become a real issue in a world where kids spend more and more time indoors, glued to screens. But if your child shows any interest in a sport (even if just by watching it on their iPad), grab the opportunity and introduce after-school activities that focus on said physical activity. In these activities, your kids can also learn important lessons like respecting others and teamwork. ___120___ .
A．Reduce stress with after-school activities
B．Boost children’s enthusiasm and participation in class
C．When your kids spend 80 percent of their hours at school
D．Besides, they make your child more confident in the process
E．If you can’t decide about sending your kids to after-school activities
F．Choosing activities that don’t put extra pressure on your kids is also essential
G．Most importantly, your children can develop their mental strength while doing sports
Keeping memory fresh
Ancient poems, English words, historical events... you must have a lot to remember at school. What if you could have a photographic memory Scientists have done many experiments to find ways to improve our memories. Here are some tips based on their findings.
____121____ Scientists asked people to either ride a bike slowly for 90 minutes or do it really fast for 6 minutes. It showed that the short but intense exercise made the brain produce more of a chemical called “brain-derived neurotrophic factor (脑源性神经营养因子)”. ____122____. Its amount goes to the highest point after six minutes of intense workout. That’s the time when you should get down to remembering things!
Sleeping in a rocking bed. When we were young, we slept soundly in our mom’s swaying arms. Scientists have found that if we sleep in a bed that gently sways back and forth, we can have a deeper sleep, which improves our memory as well. ____123____.
Becoming emotional. ____124____. The moment you become emotional, you can remember things really well. This is because the amygdala (杏仁核) in our brain is responsible for dealing with both emotions and memories. The brain wants us to remember what makes us so sad or happy. ____125____. Then, just take out your book to learn new things.
A．Having a relaxed work out
B．Having an intense workout
C．Emotions can affect memories
D．So maybe, you could buy a rocking bed
E．This chemical can do harm to people’s memories
F．This chemical helps people remember things quickly
G．So next time you want to remember some knowledge, try to get yourself excited or angry
How to link paragraphs in an essay
Composing essays is an art that you must master to score good marks. For any paragraph written, you must be able to link that with the former or the latter. ___126___.
Read, read, read
Teachers suggest the habit of reading to enhance your quality of writing. ___127___. Note how the essay uses linking words and the careful selection of them. Pay special attention to the flow and the professional manner in which the essay is presented for readers.
Be aware about signposting
___128___, but their use must also be known carefully. Before using them for your purpose, remember that a good essay essentially rely on these words to help readers understand the logic and make it look more coherent (连贯).
___129___
Just that some words connect ideas in your essay doesn’t mean you can use them as you like. For showing likeness or agreeableness, use words like again, too, also, as well as, of course, and so on. If you show contradiction, use regardless, even so, but, nonetheless, besides and so on. For causes and conditions, if, since, so that, due to, are words you must fall back upon.
Make a draft
If you wish to see how your essay stands, make a draft and read it thoroughly. ___130___. Ask yourself questions if the points have been explained well or are they relevant to the context. If you feel few aspects need more emphasis, check for the linking words and correct them accordingly.
A．Stick to the logic
B．Pick words carefully
C．If stuck, you can take help from the following 4 tips
D．That way, you will be able to find your own mistakes and correct them
E．Reading through a number of sample essays will help you design better essays
F．Signposts refer to linking words or phrases associating one paragraph to some other
G．Keep these 4 tips in mind and you will face no trouble linking paragraphs to the essay
How to be more patient every day
These days, patience is practically on the endangered species list as far as virtues go.____131____What’s more, patience enables you to work collaboratively (协作) have good relationships with others, and move toward goals. Here are some strategies to help you develop patience.
Set up cues
Choose an activity you perform frequently throughout the day and think of the word “patience” every time you do it. If you find yourself forgetting about this as the day wears on, simply resume(重新开始) the practice as soon as you remember.____132____You’ll start to notice that you’re handling situations differently from how you would have before.
Visualize success
Visualize a situation that would normally challenge you. See yourself smiling and breathing as you wait for the line to move, and add some positive statements. ____133____Your mind will start to process the pretend scenario as a real experience in which you did the right thing, helping to set you up for future successes.
Meditate (冥想)
____134____Here is an easy technique you can try anywhere: Close your eyes and imagine filling your mind with your favorite color, and then let the color drown out the voice that is thinking about yesterday or tomorrow.
Slow down
When racing around seems like the only way to get where you need to be on time, it becomes your default setting. But most adults do not feel happy when they’re rushing, and children are even less capable of doing it with a good attitude.____135____
A．Continue every day for a week.
B．For example “I will enjoy this magazine while I wait.”
C．Our tolerance for waiting isn’t much better in other areas of our lives.
D．People who meditate say that they feel more peaceful, open-minded, and content.
E．However, mastering patience makes you a more engaged and confident member of society.
F．In fact, with a little know- how and effort, everyone can learn to wait out delays, big and small.
G．Instead of sweating through your routine, tum on some background music and move at a normal pace.
HOW PETS BOOST YOUR HEALTH
Your furry friend may be a wellness support you didn’t know you had! Here are four benefits you get from caring for a critter.
Lower stress levels
___136___, you know the kind of stress relief we’re talking about. In fact, a 2019 study found that it took just 10 minutes of petting a cat or dog to lower people’s levels of the stress hormone cortisol.” Touch is a very important feature of human-animal interaction,“ says Patricia Pendry, Ph.D．, an associate professor of human development at Washington State University and the lead author of the stud
Higher self-esteem
This may be surprising but pet owners report having more self-esteem than people without pets___137___ . “Providing a safe environment and responding to this animal’s needs — those are ways in which you’re giving loving support,” says Pendry. “You matter because you’re responsible for that animal’ well-being.”
___138___
Pendry says pets are often referred to as “social lubricants” because of the way they can help people make friends. Just think about how hard it is not to say hi when you see someone walking down the street with a super cute puppy. ___139___. Pets have also been a saving grace for some people who have been isolated during the pandemic.
Maybe even a healthy heart!
Research shows that people who own pets have better cholesterol (胆固醇) levels, reduced risk of high blood pressure and lower rates of heart disease than those who don’t. However, it’s hard to say whether that’s due to the animals themselves, notes Pendry. But researchers aim to do studies to look into this, she says, “because we want to really understand if there is a pet effect.” While we wait for results, give your cute ball of fluff a cuddle and a treat.____140____.
A．More social support
B．Better companion in pandemic
C．If you’ve ever curled up with a pet at the end of a tough day
D．Be glad that while you’re protecting their health, they’re returning the favor
E．You may find a pet person often surrounded with people of the same interest
F．Or about how you bonded with a coworker after finding out you both had cats
G．This likely comes from the sense of accomplishment a pet owner feels as a caregiver
With overseas education becoming popular, every year thousands of students migrate around the world to pursue some or the other educational course that would give them global exposure. Studying abroad is extremely exciting. Everything is new and interesting. ____141____ The following are the things you should make sure to do while you’re abroad.
Keep your schedule tight. Plan your schedule wisely. Divide your time between life, work and studies. While you’re in a new country, try making the most out of it. Go out with your peers, befriend the local students, and learn their culture and their language. ____142____ Meanwhile do not compromise on your studies or neglect your schoolwork. Write down your experiences, so that you can cherish them forever.
____143____ Be open to new experiences, new ways of doing things, new rules and regulations and lots of new information. Don’t hesitate to make notes of things you might tend to forget. Try to be a part of your new environment and get involved with the locals. Be prepared to live on the staple food of the host country. Blend into the environment and try something different. Meet people and make new friends.
Budget your finances. When you’re overseas, taking care of your finances becomes really crucial. Since everything is new, there’s so much to understand and discover and all that comes at a price. To make our experience free of trouble, it becomes very simple to waste. ____144____
You’re studying in a new country. ____145____ So, if you keep an open mind, you might meet incredible people, taste some delicious food and have your perspective on the world radically changed, which wouldn’t have happened if you weren’t in a different country.
A．You might not get that chance again.
B．Get acquainted with the host country.
C．Everything looks to be familiar to you.
D．You may be worried about studying abroad.
E．But at the same time, it has its own set of challenges.
F．Keep an eye on the job market and the upcoming opportunities.
G．Saving a certain amount every month for emergencies is a wise idea.
Nowadays, many of us are finding ourselves tired out, struggling to build balance back into our lives. ___146___ Spending time near oceans, lakes, rivers and other bule spaces can provide a range of benefits including reducing anxiety, easing mental tiredness and refreshing us. Here is some advice on how to take advantage of the healing power of water.
___147___ You likely have some water close by, even if it is just a pond alongside the road. Start there. Then get out to water you can visit on the weekend or a vacation. Urban water counts—rivers, canals and fountains. ___148___ If you can’t get to actual water, then paintings, photographs, videos and movies can produce some of the same benefits. Even virtual reality helps.
Go often. A little bit makes a big difference. ___149___ But an environmental psychologist found that spending a similar amount of time near water has the same benefits. Even people who look into aquariums(水族箱) have lower heart rates and better moods after just 15 minutes.
Listen. One of the most calming characteristics of water is its sound, typically steady and soft. The water sounds people find having the strongest healing power are rain in a rainforest, waves patting a beach, and a running stream. When the sounds of living things are added to the sounds of water, people like them even better. Make an audio recording of your favorite water. ___150___
A．Remember that all water counts.
B．It will bring back happy memories.
C．Stay in a place surrounded by water.
D．According to researchers, water can help us.
E．So does domestic water-in pools, bathtubs, even by fish tanks.
F．Spending some time every day near water can speed up our recovery.
G．It takes at least two hours a week in nature to improve our well-being.
参考答案：
1．B 2．G 3．F 4．A 5．C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍的是喝茶给健康带来的好处。
1．根据空后的“But new research suggests tea might help those who drink it live longer than those who do not.(但新的研究表明，茶可能有助于喝茶的人比不喝茶的人活得更久)”可知，空处与空后内容之间为转折关系，应表达的是喝茶好处的一个认识，B选项“For many, they simply enjoy the taste.(对于许多人来说，他们只是享受味道)”讲述的是很多人喝茶只是享受其味道，与空后的内容相符且符合逻辑。故选B项。
2．根据空后的“They examined years of data gathered about the tea drinking behavior of almost 500,000 adults in Britain for as many as 14 years.(他们检查了多年来收集的有关英国近50万成年人长达14年的饮茶行为的数据)”可知，此处介绍了他们是如何进行研究的，其中的they指代的是空前的名词复数，且与研究者相关，G选项“Scientists from the United States National Cancer Institute carried out the study.(美国国家癌症研究所的科学家进行了这项研究)”中的scientists与空后的they指代一致，且内容与空后一致。故选G项。
3．根据空后的“That is, a 9 to 13 percent lower risk of death from any cause than non-tea drinkers.(也就是说，任何原因导致的死亡风险比不喝茶的人低9%至13%)”可知，与不经常喝茶的人相比，死亡的风险降低了9%到13%，结合“that is”可知，此处是对空前内容的解释，由此可猜测，空处讲述的内容应为喝茶带来的好处相关，F选项“The study found that high tea drinking was linked to a reasonable benefit.(研究发现，喝下午茶与合理的益处有关)”讲述的为经常喝茶有一定的好处，与空后内容吻合。故选F项。
4．分析语篇可知，此处应为本段的总结，根据空前的“The scientists said the lowered risk of death held true for study subjects with heart disease. However, researchers said there was no clear finding in connection with deaths from cancer.(科学家们说，降低的死亡风险适用于患有心脏病的研究对象。然而，研究人员表示，没有明确的发现与癌症死亡有关)”可知，研究发现，喝茶与降低患心脏病的风险，但是却没有发现与降低癌症风险有关联，A选项“The researchers were not sure why.(研究人员不确定为什么)”讲述的内容承接空前的内容，符合语境。故选A项。
5．根据空前的“The study of British tea drinkers was based on observing people’s behaviors and health.(对英国饮茶者的研究是基于观察人们的行为和健康状况)”可知，该研究是基于对人的行为与健康的观察的研究方法，结合空后的“The study does not offer enough evidence to advise people to change their tea behaviors.(该研究没有提供足够的证据来建议人们改变他们的茶行为)”可知，这先研究没有足够的证据建议人们改变喝茶行为，由此可猜测，此空处讲述的为此项研究存在的问题，C选项“This kind of method cannot prove cause and effect.(这种方法不能证明因果关系)”中的this kind of method指代的为空前的研究方法，且内容与本段吻合。故选C项。
6．G 7．B 8．E 9．A 10．F
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了成为一个更好的英语学生的学习技巧。
6．上文“most experts say short, regular study sessions are more effective (大多数专家表示，短时间的、有规律的学习更有效)”提出短时间、有规律的学习更有效，G项“As little as 30 minutes a day can help you improve your English skills over time.(每天只要30分钟就可以帮助你提高英语水平)”承接上文，给出具体建议：每天只要30分钟，照应本段主题句“Study every day”，上下文语意连贯。故选G项。
7．上文“Instead of focusing on one single task for the entire study session, try mixing things up. Study a little grammar, then do a short listening exercise, then perhaps read an article on the same topic. Don’t do too much. (在整个学习过程中，不要把注意力集中在一项任务上，试着把事情混合起来。学一点语法，然后做一个简短的听力练习，然后读一篇相同主题的文章。不要做太多)”提出不要把注意力集中在一项任务上，要多种任务混合进行，B项和“20 minutes on three different exercises is plenty.(花20分钟做三种不同的练习就足够了)”承接上文，给出具体建议：20分钟三种不同的练习，上下文语意连贯。故选B项。
8．上文“Keep pen and paper handy and write down words you read or hear that are unfamiliar.(随身携带纸笔，写下你读到或听到的不熟悉的单词)”提出记下遇到的不熟悉的单词，E项“Then, do some research to learn what those new words mean.(然后，做一些研究来了解这些新单词的意思)”承接上文，说明记下不熟悉的单词后应该怎么做：研究这些新单词的意思，上下文语意连贯。故选E项。
9．设空句是段首小标题，根据段中“Even advanced students of English can struggle to learn prepositions (介词), which are used to describe duration, position, direction, and relationships between objects.(介词用来描述物体之间的持续时间、位置、方向和关系，即使是英语水平高的学生也很难学会介词。)”和“Instead, experts say, the best way to learn prepositions is to memorize them and practise using them in sentences.(相反，专家说，学习介词的最好方法是记住它们，并在句子中练习使用它们)”可知，本段主要讲要练习介词，所以A项“Practise your prepositions.(练习介词)”是本段内容的概括。故选A项。
10．上文“Repetition is the key as you’re learning English, and writing exercises are a great way to practise. Take 30 minutes at the end of class or study to write down what happened during your day.(重复是学习英语的关键，而写作练习是一个很好的练习方法。在课程或学习结束时花30分钟写下你一天所发生的事情)”提出用写作来练习英语，F项“It doesn’t matter whether you use a computer or pen and paper.(不管你是用电脑还是纸笔都没关系)”介绍了两种写作方式：用电脑和用纸笔，上下文语意连贯。故选F项。
11．F 12．E 13．C 14．A 15．G
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要就如何进行园艺提出了一些方法。
11．根据上文“Gardening may be one of the most relaxing hobbies you’ll find, with the excitement of seeing something you have planted actually turn into a flower. But if you’ve been holding back because you don’t have a yard, then you’re missing out a lot.(园艺可能是你会发现的最放松的爱好之一，看到你种的东西实际上变成了一朵花，你会感到兴奋。但如果你因为没有院子而退缩，那么你就错过了很多)”结合后文主要关于园艺的建议，故F选项“事实上，有很多简单的方法可以获得园艺的乐趣”符合语境，故选F。
12．根据上文“Container gardening is the most obvious way to plant when you don’t have a ton of space. If you can get a container regardless of its size, you can have a garden.(当你没有足够的空间时，容器园艺是最明显的种植方式。如果你能得到一个容器，不管它的大小，你就可以拥有一个花园)”可知，本句主要针对上文提到的容器进行说明。故E选项“更大的花盆给你空间种植几种不同的花”符合语境，故选E。
13．根据后文“Grow climbing plants on a fence or the posts over your doorway to decorate the side of your home. Plenty of plants are happy to grow up instead of out, so you can have some greenery without a traditional garden.(在门口的栅栏或柱子上种植攀缘植物来装饰你家的一面。很多植物都很乐意向上生长而不是长出来，所以你可以在没有传统花园的情况下拥有一些绿色植物)”可知，在门口的栅栏或柱子上种植，即从高度空间来种植。故C选项“如果你真的缺少空间，那就考虑一下高度吧”符合语境，故选C。
14．根据上文“Have an apartment or townhouse Then consider outdoor window boxes that you access from inside.(你有公寓或联排别墅吗？然后考虑从室内进入的室外窗框)”可知，上文提到考虑从室内进入的室外窗框来种植，本句主要针对这一做法进行说明：不需要地面空间。故A选项“这些根本不需要地面空间”符合语境，故选A。
15．根据上文“Even if yours doesn’t get much light, a wall-mounted garden can still grow well.(即使你的花园没有足够的光线，壁挂式花园仍然可以很好地生长)”以及后文“They will give your bathroom a more natural, earthy feel.(它们会给你的浴室带来一种更自然、更朴实的感觉)”可知，没有足够的光线，可以选择在阴凉潮湿的环境中生长良好的植物。故G选项“在阴凉潮湿的环境中生长良好的植物是最好的选择”符合语境，故选G。
16．D 17．A 18．F 19．E 20．G
【导语】本文是说明文。文章主要提出了几点想培养心智健全的孩子不应该做的事情。
16．根据上文“You’re implying that your children’s feelings are wrong, when you say “Don’t worry about it. It’s not a big deal.” (当你说“别担心，这没什么大不了的。”时，你在暗示你孩子的感受是错误的)”可知，这里提到父母错误的引导了孩子的情绪表达。选项D“孩子往往有各种各样的情绪”和上文意思一致。故选D。
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