2023届浙江高考英语七选五专项训练（含解析）

七选五
As much as 80 percent of premature heart disease is preventable by making specific lifestyle choices.____1____But others may not have crossed your mind. “A small change in your everyday routine can potentially have a big impact in the long run,” says preventive cardiologist Dr. Beth Abramson.
●Get eight hours of sleep.
“When you're not rested, everything that happens in your life is a lot more stressful,” says Dr. Arya Sharma, a professor of medicine at the University of Alberta. If we're sleep deprived, our bodies also have more difficulty controlling blood pressure, inflammation and glucose levels.____2____
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Doing good for others helps your self-esteem and relieves stress. Research published in Psychosomatic Medicine in 2016 showed that a feeling of purpose in life is linked to a lower likelihood of heart attack and stroke. “We know that loneliness is a risk factor for heart health,” adds Sharma. “Volunteering gets you out of the house and creates a social network.”
●Avoid polluted air.
Exposure to this kind of pollution over time raises your risk of heart disease. Inhaling contaminants formed from chemicals like Sulphur (硫) dioxide, carbon and nitrogen oxides may irritate arteries (动脉) and increase inflammation.____4____Try to get your outdoor exercise far away from highways and industrial districts, and spend more time indoors when the air quality index is poor.
●Eat breakfast.
A recent study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that healthy people who skipped breakfast were almost three times more likely to have heart disease six years later than those who partook in a substantial morning meal. According to Abramson, you need to eat a balanced diet as part of a healthy lifestyle.____5____If you're eating a proper breakfast, you’re less likely to be hungry later and make poor food choices.
A．Be social and outgoing.
B．Engage in voluntary work.
C．There are physiological effects of this condition on the body.
D．These factors can all have an impact on cardiovascular (心血管的) health.
E．Choose whole-grain, low-fat breakfast foods and include fruit.
F．Some strategies, such as exercising and managing weight, are well known.
G．Even short periods of exposure are unhealthy for people with other health risks.
International Languages Week is an annual event held in New Zealand to promote language and culture from around the world. Learning an international language involves much more than language proficiency( 熟练). Knowing an international language means knowing about the culture that is the foundation of that language. Take advantage of International Languages Week now.____6____
Use your students as teachers. There is a high chance that you will have some students who can speak languages other than English in your school.____7____. And you can ask them to share their language knowledge with others in the class.
____8____. International Languages Week is an ideal opportunity to connect with your families to find out what languages are spoken in your community. Invite family members with a second language into the school as guest speakers, to read first language books, or practice conversations with students.
Celebrate the cultural diversity in your school.____9____. Students can plan an international day activity where they wear the traditional dress of their own culture and share music, customs, food and dance. They can also plan an International Languages Week assembly where students can show their greetings, customs, experiences, and stories to the rest of the school. Students can work together to make a video to promote International Languages Week.
Create a language resource. Develop a language resource for your school or local community.
____10____. Or you can use a greetings poster to encourage the use of international greetings around the school. Students may want to create a slideshow(幻灯片) or video in an international language to welcome new migrants and inform them about your local area .
A．Make connections with your community.
B．Connect with a class in an overseas country.
C．And here are some ideas for classroom programs.
D．It can be simple vocabulary cards to help students learn new words.
E．Consider what understandings are gained by learning a new language.
F．Hold an event where the multiculturalism of your school is celebrated.
G．Encourage the students to be experts during International Languages Week.
Nearly 60% of people report experiencing loneliness at some point in their lives. Loneliness can happen to anyone. It can happen in short bursts throughout someone’s life or become a lasting condition. Lasting loneliness can cause someone to think negatively about themselves and increase their risk for depression and anxiety. Long term, it can disturb someone’s cognition(认知), such as problem solving and concentration. While it’s a journey to get through, you can cope and come out of loneliness.____11____
Acknowledge what you’re feeling
It might seem small, but naming what you’re feeling is one of the most important things you can do when coping with loneliness.____12____You can’t find a solution to something if you don’t know what you’re dealing with. Once you accept that you’re feeling lonely, you can step back and see how it’s impacting your life. Then you can decide what to do next.
Make connections with others
____13____One of the best ways to cope with loneliness would be to be intentional about meeting people and cultivating relationships. How you choose to put yourself out there is entirely up to you. It can be anything —volunteering, joining a class or hanging out with your family.
Use peer(伙伴) support groups
Meeting others is great._______14_______There are various online support groups that will allow you to share experiences and build relationships with people who have similar interests.
Consider therapy(治疗)
There’s no exact cause for loneliness.____15____You sometimes need help with loneliness beyond self-help strategies, and that’s okay. Sometimes, the root problem needs to be addressed in therapy. Working with a therapist through cognitive behavioral therapy will help you challenge negative thinking and direct your thoughts, emotions and actions more constructively. Start looking for the best therapist through your healthcare provider, online resources or local groups. Loneliness can feel incredibly isolating, but you’re not alone.
A．Loneliness stems from the lack of meaningful connection with others.
B．However, that doesn’t mean you can’t get help for your feelings.
C．Maybe it’s taking up a new hobby or working toward a goal you have.
D．Try using these strategies when you’re experiencing loneliness.
E．It’s the basis for everything you do next.
F．It may take a while to feel comfortable and shake off negative feelings.
G．Actually, the deepest connection comes from people who understand what you’re going through.
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. ____16____ 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. ____17____ 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.
____18____ 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. ____19____ 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. ____20____
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.
Pets should not be left alone for too long during the day. But our busy lifestyles will sometimes tear us away. ____21____ Here are some tips to keep your pets content.
Cats don’t simply curl up and sleep when you leave. ____22____ If they have a friend or sibling they will create games and comfort one another but if they are alone they will need more stimuli (刺激物). Leaving the TV or radio on can help, and while you work out their favorite channel, you can’t go far wrong with classical music.
____23____ They will keep your cat physically and mentally busy, which will lessen the separation anxiety. Some of the toys are also practical for your home, such as scratching posts to prevent the furniture from being scratched.
It’s not just cats that suffer from separation anxiety. Dogs also dislike being left alone and unfortunately they can’t tell whether it’s been ten minutes or ten hours: the displeasure felt is very similar.
____24____ Background noise from the TV or radio can help them to feel less alone. There is even a dog TV channel designed to create happy and calm thoughts in dogs, showing idyllic scenes of fields, beaches and other dogs.
You can also gradually lengthen the distance and time of your separation until your dogs can be left alone for 20 minutes without showing their usual symptoms of sadness and stress. ____25____
A．A number of cat toys are also helpful.
B．Schedule daily play sessions with your cats.
C．But you can help ease the negative feeling at least.
D．That creates a lot of guilt and worry for their well-being.
E．In this way, they can disassociate your absence with negativity.
F．They need stimulation for the period when they will be left alone.
G．Over time, they will look forward to their separation to get a reward.
John Myatt is an artist. He may not be the greatest artist in the world, but he is possibly the world’s greatest forger (伪造者). He is able to paint pictures in the style of famous artists like Monet and Matisse.
___26___ This unusual skill got Myatt into a lot of trouble in the 1990s. For many years he taught art at a secondary school, but then he got divorced (离婚) and he gave up his job to spend more time with his children. In order to make some money he started painting pictures in the style of famous artists and selling them.
___27___ He was honest about his work—he wrote his name on the back, and he sold them for ￡150 each. However, one of his customers, John Drewe, started to resell Myatt’s paintings as genuine, original works. Drewe had sold one of Myatt’s paintings for￡25,000. He contacted Myatt and suggested that they go into business together. Myatt agreed. He continued to paint and Drewe sold his paintings to art collectors around the world. ___28___
The amazing thing is that Myatt painted his pictures with decorator’s paint. ___29___ But it soon came to an end. Drewe was divorced too, and his ex-wife found out about the forgeries. She went to the police and they arrested Dewe and Myatt. At their trial Drewe was sent to prison for six years and Myatt for less than one year.
___30___ When he came out he started to produce pictures in the style of famous artists again. But he put his name on the back, as he’d done before he met Drewe. Myatt is now famous and instead of charging￡150 for a painting, he can charge￡40-50,000.
A．It wasn’t illegal.
B．Then he decided to stop copying famous paintings.
C．It was the same paint that people use to paint houses!
D．Myatt only spent four months in prison for good behavior.
E．That’s more than Drewe gave him for his ‘genuine’ paintings!
F．His pictures are so good that experts can’t tell that they are not originals.
G．Between 1986 and 1994 they sold about 200 paintings and made over a million pounds.
The teenage years are probably the most unsettled and stressful years in a person’s life. Teens experience significant physical, emotional, social and cognitive changes. And teens of today face more challenges as they go through more uncertain times of the 21st century. ____31____
As teens experience massive physical, social and emotional changes, the challenges are managing social expectations of ideal body images, developing their identity and finding their place in the world. In the past, a teen who was criticized for his or her larger figure or pimpled (有粉刺的) face, might feel embarrassed and dejected in school. ____32____ Constant comparison and endless posts of picture — perfect images and lives give teens greater pressure to follow current fashion trends. The Wall Street Journal reported that Instagram made body images worse for one in three teenage girls.
____33____ Statistics show that most cases of cyber bullying take place on popular social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchats and Twitter, where cyber bullies make emotionally scarring comments. These can be made publicly on a teen’s social media account. ____34____ As a result, cyber bullying can be more threatening than traditional bullying because it can be shared and viewed repeatedly on social media. In this age of social media, it is also important for teens to learn to cultivate positive, and healthy relationships with people.
There have been many discussions about new technologies and ways of working, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, which will impact future jobs. ____35____. Unlike in the past, the situation is different today as AI and automation are causing some jobs to disappear. Teens will have to meet this challenge by adopting an attitude of lifelong learning, and keeping paces with technology.
A．They can also be spread quickly by sharing with others.
B．Furthermore, social media has taken bullying to a new level.
C．The future has always been a dreamland for teens to anticipate.
D．Today, these same sufferings can be expanded by social media.
E．Social media, and technological advances are posing new challenges.
F．Additionally, social media is a strong tool for a teen to defend himself.
G．The challenge for a teen today is preparing for a largely unknown future.
How to accept change in life and embrace it positively
Change is the only constant in life. ____36____ Because whether we want it or not, change is inevitable. It is “change” that makes our life move forward. It’s “change” that makes life exciting and worth living. Let’s see how to stay strong when we face changes in life.
Accept the situation
Changes happen expectedly and unexpectedly. ____37____ But there can be changes that happen so suddenly that you might have to experience painful days and have a tough time coping with them. Give yourself sometime to come to terms with it. You may have to go through a mourning period where you have to experience all kinds of emotions. Let the emotions come out and make space for them. It’s normal to feel sad and a sense of loss when you think about your old life. Seek support and if possible, take a few days off to find your strength. It’s important to learn to deal with the transition phase before you fully start living the new reality.
Embrace the unknown
Most of us are afraid of the unknown and therefore are resistant to change. ____38____ Even if it is for good, we hesitate to accept change because human beings love structure and routine. But I have often experienced in my life that the “unknown” I feared so much was not that scary at all, once I went through it. And that my worries were something that my mind made up. Truth be told, most of the things I worried about didn’t happen anyway. If we are not willing to embrace the unknown, we may miss out on lots of good things that life has kept in store for us.
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One of the reasons change is difficult to accept is because of the range of emotions we feel when we confront change. ____40____ Acknowledge your fears, but stop yourself from being tunnel-visioned. Our mind has away of bringing up possible scenarios and fear them. But I have learned over the years that most of the things we fear don’t happen and usually, something good comes from change. I recently learned how to embrace emotions from one of my spiritual teachers. She would say, “When you feel emotions, give them a name and acknowledge that they have come to ‘visit’.”
A．Acknowledge your fears.
B．Look at how far you have come.
C．The sooner we learn to make peace with this fact, the better.
D．We fear the unknown because anything can happen to us there.
E．Expected or planned changes can buy us sometime for preparation.
F．It’s important to embrace your feelings and accept that they are there.
G．People who have experienced the loss of loved ones often talk about how that experience changed them.
Tears can ruin make-up, bring conversation to a stop, and give you a runny nose. ____41____However, crying is a fact of life, and tears are very useful. Even when you’re not crying, your eyes produce tears. These create a film (薄膜) over the eye’s surface. This film contains a substance that protects your eyes against infection.
Tears reduce stress, but we tend to fight them for all sorts of reasons. “____42____ They’re afraid that once they lose control, they’ll never get it back,” explains psychologist Dorothy Rowe.
Almost any emotion—good or bad, happy or sad—can cause tears. ____43____ Tears help you when you feel you are ready to explode because of very strong feelings. It may explain why people who are afraid to cry often suffer more heart attacks than people who cry more freely.
When some people become very stressed, however, they can’t cry. They may be feeling shock, anger, fear or grief, but they control the emotion. “Everyone has the need to cry,” says psychotherapist (精神治疗医师) Vera Diamond. ____44____ They practice crying so that they can get used to expressing emotion.
____45____ It’s good to hold back tears during a tense business discussion. “But once you are safely behind closed doors, don’t just cry,” Diamond says. She suggests that you act out the whole situation again and be as noisy and angry as you like. It will help you feel better. “And,” she adds, “once your tears have released the stress, you can begin to think of logical ways to deal with the problem.”
Tears are a sign of our ability to feel. You should never be afraid to cry.
A．People worry about showing their emotions.
B．The more you cry, the healthier you will become.
C．Crying is a way that we release built-up emotions.
D．Sometimes patients participate in crying exercises.
E．They can leave you embarrassed and without energy.
F．In certain situation, such as at work, tears are not appropriate.
G．Many people get uncomfortable when others cry in front of them.
In recent years, cotton bags have risen to popularity as an eco-friendly alternative to single-use bags. Many supermarkets have made the change. ___46___
As a study by the Ministry of Environment and Food of Denmark shows, a cotton bag needs to be used 20,000 times to offset (抵消) its overall impact of production on the environment. ___47___ According to this measure, for Venetia Berry, an artist in London who found she had at least 25 cotton bags, she would have to live for more than 1,000 years to offset her current bags.
According to the Circular Laboratory, it requires between 10,000 and 20,000 liters of water to produce one kilogram of cotton. And only 15 percent of the 30 million tons of cotton produced every year actually makes its way to textile (纺织品) warehouses. Even when a cotton bag does make it to a treatment plant, most logos printed on them are not recyclable. ___48___ .
That’s not to say cotton is worse than plastic. They both have disadvantages. ___49___ And plastic bags use fossil fuels that produce greenhouse gases, never biodegrade (生物降解) and block the oceans.
Buffy Reid, of the British knitwear label & Daughter, stopped production of her cotton bags in April 2021. ___50___ For example, British designer Ally Capellino replaced cotton with hemp (麻纤维). In fact, the simplest solution may be the most obvious: Not every product needs a bag.
A．Cotton has dried up rivers for water use.
B．Some companies are turning to other textile solutions.
C．They’re extremely difficult to break down chemically.
D．We are hardly aware of the overuse of plastic in packaging.
E．That is equal to daily use for 54 years for just one cotton bag.
F．However, the production process requires using much more water.
G．But the increase in the use of cotton bags may have created a new problem.
When raindrops fall to the ground in summer, a familiar scent always follows. Many people call this the “smell of rain”. However, rain is made up of odorless (无味的) water. So, where does this smell come from
___51___ But it actually comes from wet soil. This special odor even has its own name: petrichor (潮土油), which comes from a pair of chemical reactions.
The pleasant smell has long been an interest of scientists since Australian scientists first documented the formation of petrichor in 1964. According to scientists, some plants produce oils during dry periods. ___52___
Yet, it’s the second reaction that creates the most petrichor. It occurs when chemicals produced by bacteria in soil are released. ___53___ These bacteria break down and change into simple chemical compounds, providing nutrition for plants. Meanwhile the process also produces geosmin (土臭素), a compound with a distinct earthy aroma (香味).
Lots of animals are sensitive to geosmin but human beings are extremely sensitive to it. When it rains after a long period of dryness, drops of water hit the ground. Geosmin is then released from the surfaces. ___54___ And it finally gives raindrops their familiar scent. If it rains heavily enough, geosmin will be spread downwind, warning others of coming rain.
___55___ And the next time someone mentions how much they love the smell of rain, you can prove your intelligence by explaining where that smell comes from.
A．And when it rains, these oils are released into the air.
B．The smell of petrichor is quite pleasant to the human nose.
C．There are a group of microorganisms widely found in soils.
D．Rain can refresh the soil specially when it rains heavily.
E．Scientists found the distinctive smell doesn’t come from rain.
F．The pleasant smell always comes into being with the flow of air.
G．It is further spread around its surroundings with the aid of wind and rain.
Making Your Memories Last
“My father wrote me a lovely letter before he died. It is the most cherished thing I own.” Have you ever heard someone say so
As you all know,your houses, cars, jewels or even money are your financial properties, which are relatively easy to pass along because they are in a physical form. But don’t let your possessions become the only representations of your life. Your thoughts and life journey are equally valuable. ____56____
Studies have shown that kids who know about their family’s past are more empathetic,have better coping skills and higher self-esteem.____57____So how can you turn those feelings, thoughts, and insights into something that can be passed on These tips can help get you started.
Create a catalogue
Before you begin, check what you’ve got. If you want to pass along family stories or wisdom, list everything available to you, such as photos and letters from your parents.____58____ You could, for example, interview your parents about their lives or write an article about your academic progress.
Make a plan
Once you know what you’ve got and what you need, make a list that details how you’re going to produce what you’re missing and how to record it. ____59____You don’t want the book of your life stories lost in an attic!
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You can’t possibly get everything done at once. By taking active steps and starting with the easiest-to-create projects, you can bring memories to life. For example,you can write a short article about your childhood or film a two-minute video about your wedding day. When you see the results of these smaller projects, you may well be inspired to create more.
A．Take simple steps
B．Get more specific
C．And it’s also significant to consider how to keep it.
D．Then figure out what you still need to add to your collection.
E．For older adults, passing on their life stories helps decrease depression.
F．They become the foundation on which family members build their lives.
G．But they can always get a head start equipped with those precious memories.
Soon you’ll be done with the stresses of high school. You might think college will be a breeze — studying your favorite courses and hanging out with your friends all day. ____61____ Creating good habits can help you settle in faster and make the most of college life. Here are some habits you might need to work on.
Manage your time. No more sitting in the classroom from dawn till dusk. You’ll have a unique class timetable and more free time. Parents or teachers won’t be around to help plan your schedule. Spend some time working out what study routine and schedules work best for you. ____62____
____63____College is a crucial time in life for personal development, so make sure you stay on track and always feel positive. Don’t hesitate to reach out for help if you face problems you don’t know how to deal with. Colleges offer many wonderful student services, including academic tutoring, mental health counseling (咨询) and career advice. It’s a great free resource that helps you both in the long and short run. ____64____ This will save you a lot of stress.
Be kind to yourself. There may be expectations for you or others to do really well at college. If you don’t reach this expectation, you might feel upset. ____65____ You may get stressed in the first semester of college if your grades are lower than expected. Once adjust your expectations and improve skills, you may feel much more comfortable.
Above all, be brave! You only live once!
A．Seek help when you need it.
B．Keep positive when in trouble.
C．College life can be tough for most freshmen.
D．But in the beginning, you may find yourself overwhelmed.
E．If you have questions about class content, ask your teacher or classmates.
F．This way, you’ll avoid stressing over study and have enough time to socialize.
G．Don’t compare yourself to others and always have strategies to help release stress.
When starting college, most students enjoy a week’s stay on campus before classes actually begin. ___66___ Below are several tips to ease yourself into college life.
Participating in campus welcome activities.
Most universities host welcome events before the academic year officially begins, including freshmen orientations (迎新会), campus picnics, and entertainments like concerts. Participating in such events is a great way to learn about school facilities and understand campus culture: ___67___ What are their favorite classes What is the history of your university It can help you observe campus life outside the classroom.
Exploring campus.
Getting to know where essential campus resources are — such as the student advising center, psychological services, and the tutoring center will make your first few weeks on campus a lot easier. Take some time to check out the buildings where your classes will be held. This will prevent you from getting lost in the first few days of classes. ___68___ .
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Starting classes means being in different places at different times, so it’s a great idea to start getting used to that routine right this week. ___70___ Following the planned time will ensure you have enough sleep to get to those early classes and stay wide awake. If you have other daily routines, such as exercising or talking on the phone with family, work those into your day-to-day life before classes start so that you get a better idea of how they fit in with your schedule.
A．Starting a routine.
B．Scheduling your life.
C．What do students do for fitting in
D．What should you do with that time
E．What helps you most is to schedule your sleep.
F．What can you do to adapt to the new high school life
G．It also familiarizes you with how long it takes to get from place to place.
Museums can be overwhelming. With thousands of pieces there, how do you know which to focus on And once you see a piece you like, how do you interact with it Here is some advice on how to have a meaningful connection when you look at art.
Get up close and personal.____71____ Therefore, take your time to observe qualities about a work that may not come through on a computer screen. That includes its look and the feel of its surface, the marks made by the brush and the path your eyes take when viewing the work.
Stand back. Next, take a few steps back, stand in the center — and observe what’s happening in the big picture. What’s going on in the piece ____72____ What are they doing How are they related
Look at it from an angle. Then try looking at an artwork from its sides, because you might catch something you might not have seen straight on. If it’s something like The Ambassadors by Holbein at The National Gallery in London, if you stand to the side, you’ll see something that from front on looks very different. ____73____ That’s called anamorphic art.
Move your body. If you’re looking at a painting, you can take a finger to the air and trace the outline of the figure or the movement of the brushstrokes. ____74____ This can help you see and feel what it might be like to make this artwork from the artist’s perspective.
Consider the subject of the art. That can have a profound effect on how you feel about the work-and perhaps you can learn something from it. Take the example of Andrew Wyeth’s famous painting, Christina’s World, which depicts (描绘) a girl with a muscle disease crawling across a field to get to her home in the distance. The painting personifies (体现) determination.____75____
A．So just keep an open mind.
B．What have they gone through
C．When you stand to the side, it changes.
D．How are the figures in the piece arranged
E．We have the luxury of seeing the real thing at a museum.
F．When looking at sculptures, try the poses with your body.
G．It can in a way relieve your stress to know we have this inner strength.
Now more than ever, libraries have become a center for community learning. No two libraries are the same. One could be a center of students doing projects, while another could be a center for the homeless and people seeking jobs. ___76___ It used to be an unwelcome place for children, but now it has become a hub(活动中心)for community activity.
Holly Jackson, a library consultant, says that year by year, library checkouts are going up, and activities are well-attended. ___77___ When you arrive, there will be someone there to help you and your children set up library cards, sign up for programs, and show you where the books are.
Jackson advises parents visiting the library when lots of activities are going on, as well as when it is quiet time. ___78___ It helps builds confidence in children to talk to librarians, participate in book selection, and share stories with others.
___79___ When there are a lot of activities, Jackson says some children can feel stressed. But going during quiet times gives children a chance to explore at their own pace and allows you the opportunity to meet different people.
“So often people say. ___80___ Go find out what’s going on,“ says Jackson. It could be for filling out a job application, or just finding a book. ”Go find out what it is and find what is there for you and your family.“
A．However, the library provides more books than you expect.
B．Jackson says all you need to do to visit a library is show up!
C．The activities are what librarians design on purpose to attract readers.
D．Quiet time is also an important time to take your children to the library.
E．Parents can set a good example by using the library themselves as a resource.
F．Still, the focus of a library remains as a place for information and knowledge.
G．I haven’t stepped foot in a library in years because I don’t need to know it anymore.
The idea that red means stop and green means go affects more than just traffic light colors. We have been taught from a young age that red means danger, while green means safety. __81__For something we have to look at every day, why couldn’t they have been prettier colors You’re about to find out.
Before there were traffic lights for cars, there were traffic signals for trains. At first, railroad companies used red to mean stop, white to mean go and green to mean caution. But train conductors ran into a problem with the color white meaning go — bright white could easily be mistaken for stars at night. ___82___ It has been that way ever since.
___83___ That means that as it travels through the air, it gets diffused (分散) less than other colors, so it can be seen from a greater distance. For example, think about how the light turns red as the sun sets. Even though the human eye is most sensitive to a yellowish-green highlighter color, it can see red from further away. But this could happen by chance. It’s not clear whether that was chosen based on wavelength, contrast against green nature or natural connection of red with things like blood. __84__
Yellow has a shorter wavelength than red but a longer wavelength than green. This means that red is noticeable the furthest away, yellow in the middle and green the least distance away — a helpful advanced warning for needing to slow or stop.
However, believe it or not, yellow was once used to mean stop. Back in the 1900s, some stop signs were yellow because it was too hard to see a red sign in a poorly lit area. __85__ Since yellow can be seen well at all times of the day, school areas, some traffic signs and school buses continue to be painted the color. Keep these safe driving tips in the back of your mind whenever you see a yellow light.
A．Railway companies eventually moved to the color green for go.
B．It could be a mix of all three!
C．But why were those particular colors chosen for traffic lights
D．Employ these driving rules and know that traffic lights have certainly come a long way.
E．Red is the color with the longest wavelength.
F．When you’re impatiently waiting at a traffic light, don’t get mad.
G．Eventually, highly reflective materials were developed, and red stop signs were born.
An escape game, is a game in which a team of players discover clues, solve puzzles, and accomplish tasks in one or more rooms in order to accomplish a specific goal in a limited amount of time. The goal is often to escape from the site of the game. ____86____
Keep it simple
For most escape games, even the very challenging ones with very high difficulty ratings, the puzzles and clues are surprisingly simple. They are just cleverly hidden and worded to make them appear difficult to solve. Don’t make things difficult by looking for complex solutions. ____87____
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Sometimes, the escape game creators add a puzzle to confuse players, but this hardly happens. As usual, every puzzle is important and each clue has the potential for revealing the key. Carefully analyze every puzzle you come across. Don’t ignore any, as it may be central to achieving your goal of breaking out. If worse comes to worst, ask for a clue from the game master.
Think like a 4th grader
Escape games can get really challenging. To break out, you need to totally bury yourself in the game. Think outside the box and motivate all your creative juices. Remember when you were a kid and you would think up all these imaginative stories and situations. ____89____. Think like a 4th grader and you’ll find the game more enjoyable and the puzzles easier to solve.
Experiment with use
Is the honey bucket just a metal thing filled with human waste or is there a clue under it ____90____. We get so stuck on how things are normally used that our minds refuse to think of alternative ways of using them. And just to ease your fears, no escape game will put you in a room with a bucket full of human waste. Like I mentioned earlier, use your imagination and think outside the box.
A．Don’t ignore escape game puzzles.
B．You need to imagine you to be a 10-year-old child.
C．You’d better play the game with a child.
D．More often than not, the answer is right there staring you in the face.
E．There are four tips to play escape games.
F．Don’t keep the excitement levels high.
G．Or maybe, it can be turned upside down to use as a simple ladder.
How to Quiet a Complainer(抱怨者)
Have you ever suffered your mother’s complaints about her aches and pains Lengthy complaints will ruin the quality of your time together. ____91____ Actually there are some ways to get a complainer to stop without starting an argument.
Change the subject. Some complainers will switch topics if you shift the conversation in a direction that interests them. If your neighbor is complaining about the phone company, tell her about an unexpected call you received from an old friend. If your coworker is complaining about your boss, ask whether he met the new employee. ____92____
Summarize the complaint. If your complainer keeps repeating himself, he may stop if you show that you’re listening. ____93____ Using “I” statements rather than “you” statements show that you’re interested rather than trying to shut the person down. Avoid saying the word complaining. Saying you hear their dissatisfaction gets the points across.
Try to be honest. When you have things to do, tell the complainer that you must cut the conversation short. ____94____ You can simply be honest, even saying you need to move on so the conversation doesn’t bring you down – especially if it’s someone who’s complained to you many times before.
____95____ When it’s someone very close to you–your partner, sibling, or best friend–who stresses you out with a lot of negativity, it’s important to talk about the problem with an open heart. Otherwise, if you bottle up your feelings and continue listening to repeated complaints, you may grow angry or start avoiding the person.
A．Have a heart-to-heart talk.
B．Challenge the person to act.
C．But you may not be brave enough to stop her.
D．Just get them off the focus that they’re currently on.
E．The problems start when complaining becomes a habit.
F．You don’t need excuses such as a work deadline or a dentist appointment.
G．Ask something like, “Can I tell you what I’ve heard and I understand how you feel ”
Every parent wants their children to develop well. ____96____. However, for a child, play is the main way of interacting with the world, mastering new knowledge and skills. The game performs several functions.
____97____. Through the game, the child learns new skills and develops speech, thinking and logic, memory, attention and other mental functions. This applies not only to special educational games, but outdoor games which promote physical development and strengthen the health of the child. Also, any games develop creativity and imagination.
Way of communication. A game for a child is also a way to convey to an adult their experiences: joys, anxieties, fears, hopes, expectations. Often, through the game, the child tells parents something important about himself and learns something important about his parents. The game is a way to be closer, to feel the support, care and love of parents. ____98____.
Development of social skill and familiarity with social roles. ____99____. Through the game, children learn about the concepts of “good” and “bad”. In games, children learn different social roles: they learn to be parents, friends, teachers, doctors, kings and presidents. Many games develop independence and responsibility, teach the child to overcome difficulties, take care of others, give gifts and share.
Pleasure and joy. The game brings pleasure, joy and a lot of other positive emotions to the child and the significance of this cannot be underestimated (after all, even for adults, positive emotions are very important: they support us, help us develop and look at life positively). ____100____. It is the key to the full development of the individual.
A．Knowledge of the world.
B．Education and development.
C．Therefore, it is very important that parents find time to play together with their child.
D．Joint games best teach adults to understand their children and find a common language with them.
E．Also, through the game, the child learns to be proud of his success, which supports his self-esteem.
F．In games, children learn to follow the rules, control their behavior, develop communication skills with peers and adults.
G．Sometimes it seems that a child’s game is empty entertainment and it would be better to replace it with something more useful.
We all know about the health benefits of swimming. It offers a great workout for the body--it builds perseverance, muscle strength, and cardiovascular (心血管的) fitness.____101____ 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. Jumping in gives a short sharp shock to the body, but many participants say they get used to it. ____102____. 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 well-being.
____103____. One man who suffered constant pain after surgery claimed he was cured by taking a dive in cold open water. And another swimmer, Sandria Simons, told the BBC, “The immersion 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. ____104____. 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.
____105____: approach it with great care, swim with a friend, and maybe start in the summer, when the water temperatures are higher!
A．A cold swim wakes you up
B．So, if you’re convinced that this is for you, take this advice
C．Do you want to have a go at open water swimming
D．But who would enjoy swimming in water that’s ice cold
E．But there are bigger benefits to this stress-reducing exercise
F．Evidence suggests that cold-water swimming has cured certain health conditions
G．It can also be dangerous, so it’s important to do it right
You don’t need to be an astronomer with a giant telescope to enjoy a simple but spellbinding activity: stargazing. ___106___ It’s so interesting to discover what’s going on. With a bit of practice, and know-how from books and websites, stargazers can spot particular stars and also groups of stars.
There is plenty to take in using just your eyes but some people use a telescope for a more detailed look. For the best results, choose a clear night when the moon is not very bright. ___107___
It can be harder to see the stars in towns and cities. It is because of light pollution. The night sky is brightened by light from street lamps, shops and car headlights. The best places for stargazing are open, hilly areas or the coast. ___108___ It is our home galaxy stretching across the night sky and is best seen in summer and fall evening skies. If the full moon is up, it will be hard to see. Try going for a night hike instead! Let your eyes adjust to the moonlight and keep your flashlight turned off.
___109___ That is camping in a national park under a star-filled sky. Many national parks offer various night sky programs, from telescope astronomy events to full moon walks with rangers. Besides, national parks are also great places to know about the animals that are awake at night and asleep during the day. Sit quietly and listen for these creatures.
When you head out at night, always go with an adult. Dress warmly and take a blanket or a chair to sit on, plus a hot drink to warm you up. You might want to take a camera with you as well, so you can take a photo if you see something amazing in the sky. A whole new world comes alive at night and is waiting to be explored. ___110___
A．Get prepared for the wonder above.
B．Just go outside at night and look up.
C．You are supposed to avoid the full moon.
D．It also matters which direction you observe.
E．In these places, you can look for the Milky Way.
F．What is the better way to experience the great wonder
G．Where do you prefer to have a stargazing trip at night
You’ve probably heard countless times how exercise is “good for you”. But did you know that it can improve your mood too ___111___.
Exercising regularly can help prevent weight gain, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Exercises like jumping or lifting weights can help keep your bones strong. Also, when you exercise, your body makes chemicals that help you feel good. Exercise lowers your chances of depression and decreases feelings of anxiety. ___112___ .
Considering all the health benefits of being physically active, it’s easy to see why doing exercise is wise. And the great thing is that it’s never too late to start. ___113___— like taking a short bike ride, walking the dog or raking (用耙子拢) leaves.
However, sometimes you may find it hard to keep exercising regularly. ___114___ . If what you’re doing isn’t fun, it’s hard to keep it up. But there are many different sports and activities you can try and see which one inspires you. If you need a little more motivation, take a class, join a team or find an exercise buddy to help keep you on track.
___115___ , even those with disabilities or medical problems. But if you have a health problem or other concerns, talk to your doctor before beginning an exercise plan.
A．Even small things can count as exercise
B．Everyone can benefit from moving more and sitting less
C．Exercise benefits every part of the body, including the mind
D．Sports and activities that encourage flexibility are easy to find
E．One of the biggest reasons people drop an exercise program is a lack of interest
F．Plus, exercise can give you a sense of accomplishment after you achieve a goal
G．Strengthening the heart, muscles and bones isn’t the only important goal of exercise
Any time of the day you can commit to exercising is a good time for getting active. However, the best time for exercise is different for each person.____116____
Determine when you have the most energy. Do you struggle to get out of the bed in the morning or do you wake up energized and ready to go Are you a night owl and never get to bed before midnight Once you establish what your sleep tendencies are, you will have a better idea of when your body is most ready to exercise. ____117____You are more likely to hit the snooze button instead of getting a workout in.
Consider your daily schedule. When are you the busiest ____118____Try to fit in exercise before or at least around these events. Some people would prefer to get it out of the way first thing, while others prefer to put it off until the end of the day when they are all caught up.
Determine your exercise goals. If you are trying to develop a routine, you may want to exercise in the morning. People who exercise in the morning are more consistent.____119____If you are trying to improve your performance, evening exercise may be best. You may experience less tiredness, quicker reaction times, and more strength and flexibility in the evening. If you are trying to lose weight, you may want to exercise in the morning before you have eaten when your body is more likely to use fat instead of carbohydrates for energy
____120____This way, you’ll see how you feel and find the time that works best with your schedule. Keep an exercise log to help you evaluate each time.
A．This will give your body time to relax.
B．Do you perform better in the morning or at night
C．You may not feel like exercising after a long day of work.
D．When do you tend to schedule your most important tasks
E．Consider your lifestyle and exercise goals to find the right time.
F．If you’re not a morning person, do not schedule an early morning workout.
G．Anyway, you’d better experiment with both morning and evening workouts.
Hilde’s father was a reporter. He often took her to work with him, and she developed a strong interest in news stories and reporting.____121____She did the writing, her sister Izzy took pictures, and her father helped her organize and print the newspaper. Hilde wanted to cover big stories in her town. Following the rules her father had taught her, she researched and reported stories in her monthly newspaper.
The newspaper suddenly became famous when a murder happened in the town, and Hilde was the first person to report it. Soon, news organizations around the country were doing stories on Hilde.
____122____Some people criticized her parents for allowing her to report on something as unpleasant as a murder.
Others criticized Hilde for “pretending to be a reporter’’. Some people even suggested she should be playing with dolls.____123____She responded with a YouTube video.“I never began my newspaper so that people would think I was cute,” she said.“I want to be taken seriously.’’
That wasn’t the last time Hilde had trouble getting people to take her seriously. Sometimes, it was because of her age. Other times, it was because she was a girl.____124____Hilde continued reporting and her activities as a reporter have made her famous.
Now Hilde has published a book telling her own story and the challenges she has faced. Some of those challenges came from Hilde herself, struggling to figure out who she was as she grew older.____125____But she is still just 15, and has plenty of time to decide what she wants to do with her life. Her efforts have already inspired people around the world.
A．But she never let that stop her.
B．Hilde was upset by the complaints.
C．For now, Hilde says she has given up reporting.
D．When she was 8, Hilde started her own newspaper.
E．Her great success in reporting has changed her life.
F．Not everyone was happy about Hilde’s efforts, though.
G．She was clearly in a dilemma about how to solve the crisis.
We all know that leading a healthy lifestyle is essential, but sometimes it’s hard to stick to good habits. If you’re looking to make some changes and improve your health, this blog post is for you! ____126____
Get moving
It’s no secret that exercise is good for you. Not only does it help to improve your overall health, but it can also boost your mood and increase your energy levels. ____127____ This could include going for a brisk walk, riding your bike, or taking a fitness class. There’s no need to go all out. Even moderate activity around your house, such as working in your garden, can benefit significantly.
Reduce or get rid of sugar
Sugar can cause inflammation (发炎) and worsen existing health conditions like diabetes and heart disease. ____128____ When you cut sugar out of your diet, you’ll likely notice an improvement in your energy levels, mental clarity, and overall sense of well-being. You may even drop a few pounds.
Drink more water
Your body comprises about 60% water. It helps flush toxins from your body, carry nutrients to your cells, and keep your skin healthy. It helps improve your mood and energy levels and helps you lose weight. ____129____ Also, it may surprise you how much better you feel.
Get enough sleep
A good night’s sleep is one of the best things you can do for your health and wellness. When you sleep enough, your body has adequate time to recharge and heal from the day’s activities, which also helps to improve focus and concentration, and help boost your mood. ____130____
A．It can also lead to weight gain and make you feel exhausted.
B．You may have heard the advice to drink eight glasses of water a day.
C．These tips can help you get the restful sleep you need to feel your best.
D．Here are some simple tips that can help you turn things around within 30 days.
E．So next time you’re feeling tired, reach for a glass of water instead of a cup of coffee.
F．One way to make exercising easier is to set a daily goal of 30 minutes of physical activity.
G．However, when you don’t get enough rest, you’re more likely to have trouble concentrating.
As much as 80% of heart disease is preventable by making specific lifestyle choices. Some strategies, such as exercising and managing weight, are well known. ____131____ These small changes in your everyday routine can have a big impact in the long run.
Get eight hours of sleep.
____132____ If we are lacking in sleep, our bodies also have more difficulty controlling blood pressure and glucose(血糖) levels. These factors can all have an impact on cardiovascular(心血管) health.
Engage in volunteer work.
Doing good for others helps your self-esteem and relieves stress. ____133____ We know that loneliness is a risk factor for heart health, and volunteering gets you out of the house and creates a social network. Depending on the type of work you do, volunteering might even increase your physical activity.
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Exposure to this kind of pollution over time raises your risk of heart disease. Breathing in contaminants(污染物) formed from chemicals may harm your heart. Even short periods of exposure are unhealthy for people who already have cardiovascular risks, such as high blood pressure. Try to get your outdoor exercise far away from highways and industrial districts.
Eat breakfast.
Healthy people who skipped breakfast were three times more likely to have heart disease than those who have a substantial morning meal. If you’re eating a proper breakfast, you’re less likely to be hungry later and make poor food choices. ____135____ Choose whole-grain foods and include fruit.
Start now and boost your heart health!
A．Avoid polluted air.
B．Stay in fresh environment,
C．But others may not have crossed your mind.
D．We need to intake enough energy as part of a healthy lifestyle,
E．Take adequate rest and exercise regularly, and you’ll feel energetic.
F．When you’re not rested, everything that happens in your life is more stressful.
G．It is proved that a feeling of purpose in life is linked to a lower likelihood of heart attack.
What is the best sleep position for your health
It’s difficult to control what sleeping position we naturally fall into, as our body will subconsciously all into the most comfortable position for us. However, some positions are better for you than others and come could hold back your health and wellbeing. ___136___ .
If you sleep on your side
More than 60 per cent of people sleep on their side. Often our body naturally moves to this position, which is linked to when we were in the womb in the foetal(胎儿的) position.___137___It offers a number of benefits to your body, from promoting healthy spine alignment(脊椎对齐) which can help to prevent back pain to reducing heartburn and snoring(打鼾).
If you sleep on your back
Lying on your back is the second most popular sleeping position and offers just as many benefits as side sleeping. When you’re sleeping on your back, it’s easy to keep alignment and to also evenly distribute your weight. ___138___
If you sleep on your stomach
Sleeping on your stomach is the least common sleeping position. ___139___ . And those who sleep on their stomach could put themselves at risk of a less restful night’s sleep. The stomach offers the least amount of back support and can increase pressure on the spine which may cause pain once you wake up.
___140___ You should consider various factors such as if you snore or suffer sleep problems, or if you often have back and neck pain. Side sleeping has been noted as the best position for the body, so this is probably one to try and get into the habit of trying, but again, it all depends on you.
A．This also helps to prevent any neck and back pain.
B．Sleeping on your side is probably the best position
C．Side sleeping would be particularly beneficial for older people.
D．There are more negatives to this position compared to positives.
E．Determining the sleeping position for you is personal preference.
F．Here, this article reveals exactly how your sleep position is affecting your health.
G．This is mostly likely because it is one of the most comfortable sleeping positions.
Why Do Movie Theaters Serve Popcorn
The savory smell. The crunchy bite. The buttery finish. Americans will recognize the smell and flavor of their favorite movies snack anywhere. Why is it that we feast our taste buds on these crisp kernels (玉米) while our eyes focus on the big screen
____141____ The main reason is the snack’s price, convenience, and timing. Popcorn was cheap for sellers and for customers, and making it didn’t require special equipment. ____142____ . That is how popcorn got introduced to the silver screen.
Popcorn does not refer to the popped kernel alone. ____143____ It was originally grown in Central America and became popular in the U. S. in the mid-pared with other snacks at the time, it was super easy to make, and it got easier in 1885 when the mobile steam-powered popcorn maker was invented. In the late 19th century, a large number of independent popcorn suppliers became widely available. ____144____
Since popcorn was cheap to make, it was also cheap to buy, which increased the popularity of this treat during the Great Depression. The Depression increased consumer spending on cheaper luxury items such as popcorn and movies, and the two industries teamed up. ____145____ By the mid-1940s, however, movie theaters began to have their own concession stands (小卖部) in the lobby. The introduction of the popcorn-driven concession stand to movie theaters kept the movie theater industry running smoothly, and popcorn has been a basic movie-watching food ever since.
A．A few aspects made popcorn the typical movie snack.
B．They were like the great-great-grandfathers of food truck.
C．Besides, the secret of popcorn’s pleasant taste lies in the special material.
D．It’s also the name for the specific type of corn that is used to make the snack.
E．Theaters would allow a popcorn salesman to sell right outside for a daily fee.
F．Popcorn also got popular at a time when theaters badly needed an economic increase.
G．Therefore, movie theaters which sold cheap popcorn attracted more and more customers.
Smartwatches and fitness trackers (健身追踪器) have gained popularity recently. These tools can record your daily steps, heart rates, etc. ___146___ If yes, it might be a sign that you’re addicted to your fitness tracker.
___147___ If you keep setting unrealistic daily goals that include doing exercise for too long, and if you begin to ignore friends and responsibilities to make time for your exercise, then you’re most probably addicted to your fitness tracker.
It’s difficult to overcome the addiction to fitness trackers. ___148___ For example, the number in your smart watch showing how far you’ve come can give you a sense of achievement.
Of course, failing to meet your daily goal can be sad. You might focus on your weaknesses rather than your progress. Another problem is that you might find yourself paying too much attention to the step number rather than how your body feels. ___149___
Therefore, if you’re spending too much time looking at your smartwatch, limit your daily step count to a comfortable level. ___150___ For example, concentrating on your hobbies or socializing with friends can be a great way to keep your mind on other things.
A．Don’t overuse your smartwatch.
B．It doesn’t show what you’re really feeling.
C．After all, reaching a daily step count can be so attractive.
D．How can you tell whether you’re addicted to your fitness tracker
E．Actually, this addiction to step count can be risky, mentally and physically.
F．However, do you find yourself checking your steps and heart rates too often
G．Besides, you can find other things to do that don’t include checking your fitness tracker.
参考答案：
1．F 2．D 3．B 4．G 5．E
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要就如何预防心脏病提出了一些建议。
1．根据上文“As much as 80 percent of premature heart disease is preventable by making specific lifestyle choices. (多达80%的早发心脏病是可以通过选择特定的生活方式来预防的)”可知，本句主要是在特定生活方式进行举例：锻炼和控制体重，故F选项“有些策略，如锻炼和控制体重，是众所周知的”符合语境，故选F。
2．根据上文““When you're not rested, everything that happens in your life is a lot more stressful,” says Dr. Arya Sharma, a professor of medicine at the University of Alberta. If we're sleep deprived, our bodies also have more difficulty controlling blood pressure, inflammation and glucose levels. (阿尔伯塔大学(University of Alberta)医学教授Arya Sharma博士说：“当你没有休息好时，生活中发生的每件事都会给你带来更多压力。”如果我们睡眠不足，我们的身体也会更难控制血压、炎症和血糖水平)”可知，上文提到了血压、炎症和血糖水平，本句为本段最后一句，应说明这些因素对心血管的影响。故D选项“这些因素都会影响心血管健康”符合语境，故选D。
3．根据本段内容“Doing good for others helps your self-esteem and relieves stress. Research published in Psychosomatic Medicine in 2016 showed that a feeling of purpose in life is linked to a lower likelihood of heart attack and stroke. “We know that loneliness is a risk factor for heart health,” adds Sharma. “Volunteering gets you out of the house and creates a social network.” (为别人做好事有助于你的自尊和缓解压力。2016年发表在《身心医学》上的一项研究表明，生活中的目标感与心脏病发作和中风的可能性较低有关。“我们知道孤独是心脏健康的一个风险因素，”夏尔马补充说。“志愿活动可以让你走出家门，建立一个社交网络。”)”可知，本段的主旨是从事志愿活动，可以有助于你的自尊和缓解压力。故B选项“从事志愿工作”符合语境，故选B。
4．根据上文“Exposure to this kind of pollution over time raises your risk of heart disease. Inhaling contaminants formed from chemicals like Sulphur (硫) dioxide, carbon and nitrogen oxides may irritate arteries (动脉) and increase inflammation. (长期暴露在这种污染中会增加患心脏病的风险。吸入由二氧化硫、碳和氮氧化物等化学物质形成的污染物可能会刺激动脉并增加炎症)”以及后文“Try to get your outdoor exercise far away from highways and industrial districts, and spend more time indoors when the air quality index is poor. (尽量远离高速公路和工业区进行户外锻炼，在空气质量指数较差的时候多呆在室内)”可知，上文提到了污染对身体的危害，本句进一步进行补充说明：即使是短时间的接触对有其他健康风险的人来说也是不健康的。故G选项“即使是短时间的接触对有其他健康风险的人来说也是不健康的”符合语境，故选G。
5．根据后文“If you’re eating a proper breakfast, you’re less likely to be hungry later and make poor food choices. (如果你吃了一顿合适的早餐，你就不太可能在之后感到饥饿，也不太可能做出糟糕的食物选择)”可知，本句主要针对早餐吃的食物进行建议。故E选项“选择全麦、低脂的早餐食物，包括水果”符合语境，故选E。
6．C 7．G 8．A 9．F 10．D
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了利用国际语言周帮助学生学习语言的一些建议。
6．上文“International Languages Week is an annual event held in New Zealand to promote language and culture from around the world. Learning an international language involves much more than language proficiency(熟练). Knowing an international language means knowing about the culture that is the foundation of that language. Take advantage of International Languages Week now.(国际语言周是在新西兰举办的年度活动，旨在促进世界各地的语言和文化。学习一门国际语言所涉及的不仅仅是语言能力。了解一门国际语言意味着了解作为该语言基础的文化。好好利用国际语言周吧。)”介绍了国际语言周是什么，并且提到了好好利用国际语言周；下文“Use your students as teachers.(把学生当老师。)”开始提出建议。由此可知，设空处应为过渡句，承上启下。C项“And here are some ideas for classroom programs.(这里有一些关于课堂项目的想法。)”与上下文对应。故选C项。
7．段首主旨句“Use your students as teachers.(把学生当老师。)”建议把学生当老师；上文“There is a high chance that you will have some students who can speak languages other than English in your school.(在你的学校里，你很有可能会遇到一些会说英语以外的语言的学生。)”提到了可能会遇到一些说英语以外的语言的学生；下文“And you can ask them to share their language knowledge with others in the class.(你可以让他们在课堂上与他人分享他们的语言知识。)”提到了让那些说英语以外的语言的学生在课堂上分享他们的语言知识。由此可推知，此处是让那些说英语以外的语言的学生当国际语言周活动的老师，G项“Encourage the students to be experts during International Languages Week.(