2023届江苏高考英语七选五专项训练（含解析）

七选五
If you haven’t started live stream (网络直播) commerce on social media, maybe you should. ____1____It is growing in popularity, accounting for $200 billion in sales in China and $11 billion in the United States in 2020. Those numbers are only expected to climb.
“Livestream commerce is fast becoming a medium of choice,” said Thomas S. Robertson, a marketing professor. In an article he wrote for Harvard Business Review, he examines the rise of livestream commerce and offers guidance for companies that want to jump on the trend.
____2____We have to look at the evolution of online. It started with text, and over time that became rather boring. Text then became accompanied by imagery, and that was a step forward in building audience engagement. The next step was video, which turns out to be more powerful than imagery in building engagement. After that came livestream. ____3____That’s where we’ve arrived in terms of the evolution of online. It’s become an important means of going to market and selling with certain audiences and under certain conditions.
What should brands be thinking about as they jump into livestream commerce ____4____For example, brands have to choose the right plat form and influence. Is it someone with followings, or a more specialized influence who knows more about a specific category, such as cosmetics or a technology product Brands have to measure success against goals. ____5____It’s not just about making immediate sales. Their objective is to reach new markets, introduce new products，or create a buzz (轰动效应) for the brand. Given their expectations, they are going to track sales outcomes, social media mentions, likes and dislikes.
A．Why is livestream commerce becoming so popular
B．Livestream commerce is the hottest trend in the online business.
C．They must test whether they are able to achieve those goals.
D．The option to buy from the live stream was added shortly afterwards.
E．What is the role of the social media influencer in livestream sales
F．They have to integrate livestream commerce with other marketing strategies.
G．It’s definitely a challenge, even for companies that were built for digital shopping.
We love to mimic the routines of the rich and famous, but they may be no more insightful than random behaviors. Beethoven, for example, counted exactly 60 coffee beans for each cup, which he used to power his composing.
Why do successful people follow unusually specific habits And why are we so keen to read about them and mimic them in our own lives
The answer lies in a powerful psychological process called “superstitious learning”. _____6_____While it is mostly correct, it sometimes mistakes coincidence for causality (因果关系) ― leading us to attribute success to something arbitrary (主观的) as the color of our notebook, rather than our own talent or hard work.
That is not to say the resulting habits are completely lacking in benefits. _____7_____
If superstitious behaviors arise as a by-product of our ability to form associations, then you would expect more superstitious people to perform better on implicit learning ― the brain’s ability to non-consciously pick up patterns ― and this was exactly what Elena Daprati, a neuroscientist at the University of Rome Tor Vergata found. “Superstitious individuals generally pick up on the cue and use it,” she says.
______8______Creative tasks are especially common with uncertainty ― which may explain why thinkers like Beethoven adopted specific behaviors to get their thoughts flowing.
Often, the rituals that we acquire take very little effort. ______9______Although the initial association with success may have been illusory (幻想的) the positive mindset that it produces really does improve our performance the next time so we do it again and again.
______10______ If the action costs nothing and helps you to feel a bit more in control of your day, it’s perfectly rational to continue.
A．The brain is constantly looking for associations between two events.
B．Daprati suggests this may even be the reason that we persist in these behaviors.
C．Given these findings, we need not be embarrassed by the little rituals that pepper our days.
D．In some cases, when the association influences high-level decision-making, superstitious learning may be costly.
E．The scientific study of superstitious learning began in the late 1940s, with an influential paper by an American psychologist.
F．In everyday life, this associative learning might lead us to settle on a “lucky” pen that seems to deliver particularly good grades in exams.
G．By giving us a sense of self-determination, the adoption of rituals can help us to overcome anxiety, and may even bring about a noticeable boost in performance.
How Important Is Alone Time for Mental Health
People tend to be social creatures, and research has shown that social connections are vital for both emotional and physical well-being. _____11_____ The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated both the challenges of loneliness and a lack of alone time. Having time for yourself gives you the chance to break free from social pressures and tap into your own thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Why is it important to be alone
Creativity
_____12_____ Research actually suggests that being alone can lead to changes in the brain that help fuel the creative process.
In a 2020 study published in the journal Nature Communications, researchers found that perceived social isolation (loneliness) led to increased activity in the neural circuits related to imagination. When left with a lack of social stimulation, the brain increases its creative networks to help fill the blank.
Social Energy
_____13_____ However, researchers have found that people who live alone may actually have richer social lives and more social energy than people who don’t.
Sociologist Eric Klineberg notes that one in seven U.S. adults lives alone. Klineberg found that not only were these adults not lonely, many actually had richer social lives.
How to spend time alone
Pick a time: Figure out when you’d like to spend some time alone. Plan that time into your schedule and make sure that other people know that they shouldn’t interrupt you during that time.
_____14_____ : Work on removing distractions, particularly ones that invite social comparisons. Your focus should be on your own thoughts and interests and not on what other people are doing.
Plan something: Not everyone is comfortable spending time alone, so you might find it helpful to plan out what you want to do. ______15______
There’s no correct amount of solo time that works for everyone. Think about things that you might like to do by yourself, then start practicing doing them alone.
A．Turn off social media.
B．Focus on others’ behavior.
C．Living alone tends to be seen in a negative light.
D．Solo time is an opportunity to strengthen your creativity.
E．However, alone time also plays a crucial role in mental health.
F．Therefore, there are things you can do to boost social connections.
G．This might involve relaxation time, exploring favorite hobbies,or reading books.
Self-confidence refers to your belief in your skills, qualities, and ability to succeed. Having confidence in yourself is not only important to your health and well-being, it can also affect how you are perceived by others. However, not everyone feels confident in their abilities.____16____
Focus on Your Strengths
When you are in a situation where you want to appear confident, it can be helpful to focus on the skills and abilities you feel most confident about.____17____Then focus on highlighting or projecting that quality.
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Positive self-talk, on the other hand, has been shown to be strongly associated with success. If you tend to engage in negative self-talk, start working on re-framing your thoughts to be more positive and optimistic. For example, you might work on reminding yourself that there are positive sides to every situation. Talking to yourself positively is a great way to boost your sense of self-efficacy so that you feel better able to succeed and deal with whatever you are facing.
Look for Inspiration
Looking to confident people you admire reading inspirational statements or repeating a motivating mantra can also be a way to boost your confidence when you need it. The key is to choose realistic role models or statements that reflect achievable goals.
Avoid Making Comparisons
While finding sources of positive inspiration can help you show confidence, it is important to avoid comparing yourself to other people unfavorably. You may make such comparisons whether you are looking at their performance, appearance or other qualities.____19____
Take on New Challenges
____20____Doing so, however, can actually increase your anxiety and lessen your faith in your abilities. Research has found that practicing the things you fear can help reduce anxiety and improve self-confidence.
A．Talk Yourself Up
B．Keep Yourself Relaxed
C．Choose something you know you are good at.
D．You can avoid being confident from time to time.
E．If so, it can possibly make you feel worse about yourself.
F．You might be happy to avoid the situations that leave you feeling less confident.
G．Fortunately, there are things you can do to show confidence in any situation.
Kids are begging parents for cell phones at younger and younger ages, leaving families with tough choices to make. It might take some time to teach kids how to use phones as tools, not toys. Here are a few ways to get the message across.
Tell them not to use phones at school. Phones can be a distraction (干扰) from learning when used in the classroom. ____21____In fact, 43% of teens admit that they often or sometimes use their phones as a way to avoid face-to-face communication with others.
Encourage them to contact long-distance relatives. ____22____ They’re also for keeping in touch with people who you may not get to talk to as often. If you have families who live in another city or state, ask your kids to strike up a conversation.
Lead by example. Setting an example is not only about how you use your phone, but also about how much you use it. When you feel bored and expect to glance over social media, fight it by taking a short walk. ____23____
Advise them not to use phones at the dinner table. For many families, the only time they truly get together is breaking bread at tbe end of a long day. ____24____ Asking your children to leave their phones far from the dinner table is a great way to solve the problem.
____25____ Sometimes, kids need a little push in order to make better choices about their phones. If they’re struggling with healthy habits, put some real-world events on the calendar. Good options include going to an amusement park, working together on a craft project or signing your kids up for sports.
A．Plan other forms of entertainment.
B．Prepare a dinner together with your children.
C．Screen time before bed reduces sleep quality.
D．They can also prevent students from connecting with one another.
E．So it is wise of parents to stress the importance of parent child time.
F．Also, instead of reading a headline, why not pull out a book to read
G．Phones aren’t just for texting the best friend who lives two blocks away.
The Problem with Online Returns
Online shopping is booming: In 2020, Americans spent $ 813 billion online, a 42% increase over 2019. This year, experts expect that figure to top $ 1 trillion for the first time. But millions of those purchases will eventually get sent back. ___26___ Here’s what you need to know.
When shoppers can’t physically examine products before purchase, they’re more likely to buy clothes that don’t fit or items that don’t suit their needs. People return on average about 25% of what they buy online, compared with 8% of what they buy in stores. However, many items that get returned never go back on sale. ___27___ About 5 billion pounds of returned goods went to landfills each year, according to logistics(物流)company Optoro.
___28___ When you send a product back, companies already owe you a refund, and it would cost them even more to ship it to a sorting facility and have someone evaluate whether it can be sold again. At this stage, every person that touches that item is adding cost, but the company doesn’t earn any value.
Although it’s unlikely that returned items will be sold as new, some items get sent to discount stores. ___29___ Other unwanted items might be sent overseas-although many could still go to the garbage eventually.
In some cases, giant companies like Amazon and Target have begun telling customers to just keep their unwanted items rather than send them back. Third-party logistics businesses have also popped up to help clean up the return process. But that’s not enough on its own. ___30___ If we continue to shop without thinking about the environmental impacts of our decisions, we’ll ultimately have very unsustainable supply chains.
A．It sounds shocking, but it all boils down to cost.
B．The responsibility falls on us consumers as well.
C．Those returns can have a big environmental impact.
D．Things like electronics could get separated into parts.
E．That increase has accelerated rapidly during the pandemic.
F．Instead, they’re often thrown out, even if they’re still brand-new.
G．In response, France forbade the destruction of unsold consumer goods.
Searching for a new cat to add to your family If your home already has a cat, you may wonder how your cat will welcome a new partner. ____31____Continue reading for tips on how to do that.
Your existing cat’s needs come first. ____32____Does your cat prefer female cats over male cats If he/ she enjoys the company of female cats, adopting a female cat can help. If you adopt a young kitten as a companion for your older cat, it can work well as kittens get along with a cat of any age.
Shower your existing cat with extra attention. Cats can be territorial when it comes to their space; the same can be true for their owners as well. ____33____Giving your cat more hugs and care during the introduction of a new cat can help ease his/ her bad feeling. This also helps your cat accept and trust the new one more quickly.
____34____ When you bring your new cat home, it’s best to keep the cats in different rooms. This way they won’t try to defend their territory. Each should have their own space with bowls and cat furniture so he/ she don’t feel the need to compete. And do spend time with the new cat as he/ she can also be stressed in a new environment.
Introduce the new cat slowly. Your cats will have the chance to get used to each other’s smell through the door. When they seem interested in meeting, you can bring one into the other’s territory._______35_______If you notice either of the cats getting uncomfortable, separate them.
A．Separate the cats initially.
B．Make sure your cat feels at home.
C．Do this at least a few days after the new cat arrives.
D．Think about your existing cat’s personality and habits.
E．Your cat can get envious of a newcomer easily if feeling ignored.
F．Give both cats a special treat when they first meet to encourage peace.
G．There is a process to make the change less stressful for both you and the cats.
Accompanying and supporting a friend, especially when they are in trouble, can be the difference between them moving through a difficult challenge or sinking into a state of hopelessness, social withdrawal and depression.___36___Here are some practical and genuinely helpful things you can do to support a friend through the hard times.
Reach out.
___37___If you’ve noticed your friend has become withdrawn and stopped contacting you or cancelled planned activities, it’s crucial to let them know they’re not alone. Pick up the phone, send them a message on social media, or come to their place and let them know you’re available to chat and you’re concerned about them.___38___Even if it takes a few attempts, most people appreciate knowing that a friend cares about them enough to reach out.
Find a good time to talk.
Choose a time when you’re both feeling reasonably relaxed and don’t have to rush off to other commitments.___39___Avoid trying to talk to them about your concerns during an argument or if they appear upset. It’s important to allow time to bring up your concerns, and leave enough time to discuss anything important that comes up in conversation.
Be a good listener.
It might be tempting (诱人的) to offer your friend advice about how to deal with what they’re experiencing, but the most helpful thing you can do if they choose to open up to you is simply listen.___40___You can ask questions to get a better sense of what they’re feeling, but advice and well-meaning observations are often received as judgement or criticism. Focus on their strengths and coping abilities, and let them know you’re available whenever they need you.
A．Encourage your friend to seek help.
B．Let your friend guide the conversation.
C．You can clear your schedule if necessary.
D．However, it’s tough to know what to do at times.
E．Sometimes a friend in trouble may isolate themselves.
F．They may not respond at first, so it’s important to keep trying.
G．It’s important to give them some time to think about everything.
Advantages of Solar Power
As the name suggests, solar power makes the most of the sunlight and is put to good use for its users. Despite some disadvantages, the advantages of it are so great that they cannot be ignored. In short, solar electricity system is an excellent addition to other conventional sources of energy. ____41____
A solar panel system, when coupled to your electric function, can sufficiently reduce or even cancel your electric bill, yet providing you with the option of using traditional power whenever needed. ____42____ It’s simple to operate as well and this is another advantage. Just ensure that you have the right technology in terms of space use and performance.
But perhaps the most widely well-known advantage of solar power is that this is green energy. ____43____ This is a great advantage in today’s world where we need to be concerned about the high levels of pollution and global warning. Let us all take some responsibility and do something that can clean up our atmosphere to some extent at least. So while on the one hand solar power is clean, on the other hand, it can also greatly reduce the electricity bill of the users.
____44____ So if you are thinking in terms of installing a solar electric system in your home or commercial property, you should go ahead and do it by all means.
And the best news is that the solar power system can be built in your house itself. ____45____ That is why you need a brochure that can tell you all about these issues.
A．So it is time to take action.
B．You can not ignore the advantages mentioned above.
C．When referred to, solar energy is perhaps the best power in the world.
D．Also, the flexible system allows you to use it on a wide range of applications.
E．But you need to know how and where to make it, where to get the parts affordably etc.
F．This power does not cause any pollution, which is why it is such an attraction to many.
G．Here are some of the advantages of equipping a solar power system in your home or office.
With all the talk about smart technology and connected homes, you may be wondering why you should take notice. ____46____ According to the American Lighting Association (ALA), smart technology is not just about convenience. It is not even just about lighting. It is also about efficiency and safety.
Efficiency
Smart technology allows you to connect your home’s electronic devices (设备) to one device, such as a phone, tablet or computer. Having a connected home means you have the ability to adjust your thermostat (恒温器), open and close window shades and make your security system start working from a distance. ____47____
Convenience
____48____ For example, for a movie night, a system like Lutron’s Caseta Wireless can be preprogrammed to adjust all the lights in your family room to set the scene for a great movie-watching experience.
If fixing and operating smart technology equipment sounds difficult and expensive, it’s not. According to the ALA, there are simple and surprisingly inexpensive choices available on today’s market.
Retrofitting (改造)
Erik Anderson is the national sales manager for Lutron Electronics. ____49____
“All you have to do is take your existing dimmer (调光器) out of the wall and replace it with a Caseta dimmer, add a smart bridge, and you have the ability to control it from an app or from voice control with Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri,” says Anderson.
For added ease, Lutron’s Caseta Wireless system can combine with Apple, Amazon or Google platforms for use inside your home. And when you are outside, an app or geofencing (虚拟地理围栏) allows you to adjust your inside and/or outside lights, even before you arrive home. ____50____
A．Many people want to have a smarter home like this.
B．That will make your home welcoming to you and your guests.
C．Your security system starts working before you arrive home after dark.
D．You can also program those devices to operate when you are not there.
E．After all, it is not that difficult or inconvenient to turn your lights on and off.
F．He explains that the Caseta Wireless system is very retrofittable into existing homes.
G．Home apps can easily change your room into the perfect setting for different activities.
Camping is a great way to enjoy nature. You can breathe fresh air, cook over a campfire and sleep under the stars. However, camping also means dealing with bugs, bad weather and few, if any, toilets. ____51____ But there is a way to enjoy the natural world without giving up the comforts at home. It’s called glamping, and interest in it has been growing since 2007!
Glamping, a combination of the words glamorous (有魅力的) and camping, is a fairly new word. ____52____ Since around 600 B．C． Nomadic Mongolians have enjoyed the benefits of glamping. Their tents were so comfortable that they inspired the design of modern glamping tents!
There are many reasons why you should consider glamping for your next vacation. One of them is that glamping gives you access to some wonderful places. ____53____ Nowadays, glamping can be less expensive than staying in a hotel. But you can still enjoy the modern comforts of a hotel!
____54____ Glampsites often make generous use of eco-friendly materials and avoid using much plastic. So, there is less waste, and the area stays beautiful.
No matter what kind of experience you’re looking for, a glampsite exists for you. From Three Camel Lodge in Mongolia to Clayoquot Wilderness Resort in Canada, adventure is waiting for you. Sites can include a spa, a swimming pool and dinner under the stars. Activities can include exploring on horseback or camel and sightings of elephants, mountain sheep or tigers.
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A．You don’t have to give up beauty for comfort!
B．These are all the benefits and problems camping can bring.
C．These troubles can discourage people from ever trying camping.
D．But it describes an activity that people have been doing for ages.
E．Another reason to go glamping is that it’s good for the environment.
F．A wide variety of glamping experiences are available all over the world.
G．You can also lend a hand with protecting the environments of these places.
Expect guests over and don’t have a lot of time to cook up a feast ____56____ Throw in some fried chicken and you would soon have your guests eating out of your hands.
Fried rice is the simplest dish in the world to prepare. Even a twelve-year-old can do it! ____57____ You would need some garlic, vegetables, prawns and a few cups of cooked rice plus some seasoning.
Start by peeling the garlic. To do this real quickly, use the blade of the chopper and give the garlic a good smack. You will find the skin peeling right off. Then, chop the garlic finely. Alternatively, you could use a blender. ____58____ You wouldn’t want to be eating pesticides and dirt, would you Cut the vegetables and prawns into small pieces.
Then, put the pan over the fire and pour in some oil. Once it is hot, put in the garlic and fry till you get a heavenly garlicky smell. ____59____ Quickly add in the prawns, followed by the vegetables and rice. Stir well. And in some seasoning. And, to make things easier, buy one of those prepacked seasoning from the supermarket. They not only taste good, they are cheap and convenient too. Stir well to ensure your rice is well coated with the seasoning. Garnish with some cut chillies and serve hot. Your guests will love you for this. ____60____
A．It beats calling for pizza again!
B．A simple dish of fried rice will do.
C．Make sure they do not burn though.
D．For the vegetables, wash them properly first.
E．To begin, you have to prepare all the ingredients.
F．Traditionally, we wouldn’t put many expensive ingredients.
G．To make fried rice is a good way to clear all the leftovers in fridge.
Benefits of sport
Whether you simply go for a long walk in the park, ride your bicycle through the countryside or go to the gym, getting your body moving will not only make you feel more energetic, but will also improve your health.
Involving yourself in an activity that makes you breathe a little more heavily will improve the development of your heart and lungs and help them work more effectively and efficiently. Additionally, regular exercise will tone your body by contributing to the development of your muscles, bones and joints and will also help you maintain a healthy body weight. ____61____, making you better prepared to fight off infection.
____62____. Swimming, for example, is an excellent physical activity as nearly all muscles are used when you swim. As a result, it provides a good full—body workout, improving coordination (协调), balance and muscle strength. Of course, swimming is also a great way to cool down on a hot day.
Sport, as well as being a physical activity, has a mental aspect too. ____63____. Sport builds character and develops a number of qualities that are essential for a successful life. Included are three qualities worthy of special consideration.
First and foremost, sport requires self—discipline, without which it will be difficult for you to keep exercising. In order to do better than others in sport, you will have to set goals, make plans and stick to thoughts and actions, even without immediate rewards. ____64____. Everyone has their ups and downs, and therefore, a big part of life means having to deal with success and failure. Engaging in competitive sport will help you understand that the most important thing is not to win, but to learn and improve yourself. Finally, sport will help you understand how important teamwork is. It will show you that you often need to depend on others for your success and, similarly, that you can also make a contribution to the success of others.
The world of sport is a fairground of exciting chances where you can discover who you really are. ____65____！
A．Every sport has its own specific health benefits
B．Doing exercise, your heart and lungs must work harder
C．It can help define who you are and who you can become
D．It’s time, I think, to put on your sports shoes and go play
E．Secondly, sport will encourage you to keep a positive attitude
F．Another advantage of exercise is that it will improve your body’s immune system
G．Although my schedule is very tight, I will take exercise as a part of my daily routine
If you are of the “no regrets” school of life, you might think that all this regret is a reason for unhappiness. But that isn’t the case. ___66___ Here are three steps you can take the next time you find yourself thinking about your past mistakes.
Kill the ghost.
People often say their regrets “haunt” them. This suggests that regret is like a ghost: not entirely clear but always awful. Bring your ghost out of the shadows by making a list of your regrets. ___67___ Be honest without catastrophizing(小题大做). You will find that a list is a lot less frightening than a ghost.
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After you make a mistake, life moves on. But sometimes you just can’t stop kicking yourself. Perhaps you dropped out of school decades ago and are constantly calculating today how much money you would be making had you made it to graduation. ___69___ So, make up your mind to exchange your emotional sentence with a simple oral declaration: “I will not waste another minute of my life reliving a decision that cannot be changed.”
Collect your diploma(文凭).
___70___ If you never experienced regret, you would keep repeating the same behaviors that led you to miss opportunities in the past. Your regret can teach you to become smarter and more successful. So in your list of regrets, note how you want to change your behavior, and outline your determination going forward right now—and get started!
A．Forgive yourself.
B．Stop wasting time.
C．Going to the other extreme may be worse.
D．Regret is like a school run by human nature.
E．Write down why each one still bothers you and its bad effects.
F．Well analyzed and managed, regrets can be beneficial to your well-being.
G．In other words, you have voluntarily chosen a life sentence for a poor decision made previously.
Get into a group bigger than two and you get butterflies in your stomach. Staff meetings at work are difficult. And parties are the worst.
You’re not alone. Social anxiety affects an estimated 15 million Americans. Here are some tips to help you better navigate the social world:
For formal situations: Plan and prepare what you want to say
Know you want to get your point heard at that big meeting Plan and prepare. While the gold standard seems to be able to react quickly, it’s fine to know what you want to say in advance. ____71____. Have notes in front of you in case you are nervous.
For casual situations: Prepare
Party coming up Like the staff meeting, be prepared. ____72____. Even if you worry that your story may seem out of place, try to make it fit: If you don’t know what to say on a particular topic, spin it back to what you do know. For example, your question about the economy brings me back to climate change; what you said reminds me of the time I ...
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The problem with listening to what your anxious mind is telling you is that it works: If you skip the staff meeting or the party, you will feel less anxious, but this is only feeding the dragon and will make those anxious circuits in your brain stronger. ____74____. Over time, this will expand your comfort zone.
Take baby steps
Decide to go to the party and tell yourself you will stay for a half-hour and then see how you feel. Think of this less as some command performance and more as an experiment in expanding your social world. Baby steps like these are fine — it’s about learning to fight your emotions by moving forward. ____75____.
A．Don’t listen to your anxiety
B．With practice, it will become easier
C．Step forward and speak up in spite of it
D．However, this is not the best way to socialize
E．Map out a couple of stories that you feel comfortable sharing
F．The solution to any anxiety is to run toward it, not away from it
G．Write out your speech, however long or short, and practice ahead of time
In the hallways between classes, on the playground, or on the school bus, bullying (欺凌) can happen anywhere. ____76____. If you are being bullied, here are some tips to help you defend yourself.
Make a parent aware of the situation. Your parents can often speak out for you to the teachers and school leaders, and they may be able to have a talk with the parents of the aggressor (好斗者), ____77____. Many kids, especially those who are not very popular, may have a few teachers they really like. If you have someone like this at the school, talk to this person about the bullying incidents.
Stop being a victim (受害者). You don’t have to act like a victim just because you have been the victim of bullying. This gives the aggressor more power over you and the situation. Walk with your head held high, your chin up and your back straight. ____78____; this makes it harder for someone to think of you as weak.
____79____. Be aware of your surroundings (周围环境) and the people around you. Stay away from students who seem to be trouble-makers. When a bully goes near to you, it’s a good idea to stand near a teacher or any adult to prevent them from laughing at or making fun of you.
Learn to protect yourself. ____80____. These types of skill-based training courses not only help you defend yourself physically against aggressors, but they also teach you to avoid harmful environments, how to read unsafe people and how to prevent a fight before it starts.
A．Avoid the bully whenever possible
B．or you can turn to a teacher that you trust
C．Take a general self-defence class or martial arts
D．Consider that some bullies are also bully-victims
E．Show self-confidence rather than a lack of confidence
F．Get with a friend who can serve as a source of strength
G．Bullying can be a terrible, life-changing experience for children
Insects have an important role as part of the living planet, and they make up four-fifths of all animal species. But what difference do they make to our lives
Insects as a problem
____81____We plant crops which some insect species love, and they thrive on them. That’s when we start to call them pests.
Humans have caused some insect species to be moved from one part of the world to another—deliberately or by accident. If the introduced insect species has no natural enemies in their new home, they can become a real problem. A recent UK example is the Harlequin ladybird, which has found its way to Britain and eats other ladybirds.
Some insects can sting, bite, or transmit disease to humans.____82____Mosquitoes, for example, gain nourishment by sucking blood, and in the process they can transmit diseases, such as malaria.
So, when it comes to insects, its important to understand the consequences of human actions.
Insects as an opportunity
Insects are very important as pollinators(传粉者). Bees are perhaps the best example of this. ____83____Pollination is needed before many crops and fruits that we eat can be formed.
Insects are also useful as models in scientific research. The Fruit Fly is a good example. It breeds rapidly, and can produce very many generations per year in the laboratory, so it is ideal for the study of evolution.____84____
Insects can be useful to the gardener too—ladybirds, for example, are the gardeners’ friend because they eat aphids. Hoverflies and wasps also hunt and kill other insects for food in the garden. These species are called predators(捕食者).
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A．Without them, many crops would fail.
B．Many insect species compete with us for food.
C．And don’t forget insects can also be eaten by man!
D．Many of these have been caused by human activities.
E．Sometimes it is joked that this is because they find us tasty.
F．Many pests can be controlled by spraying with chemical pesticides.
G．In fact, many genetic discoveries couldn’t have been made without it.
Variety makes things fresh and interesting; it keeps your brain sharp and your body alive-part of the reason why we feel refreshed after a holiday is the break from routine. ___86___ So doing things differently might take a bit of effort at first, but you'll soon feel the benefits. Whether it's learning a skill, or visiting somewhere new, these all require different ways of thinking.
“Lifelong learning requires us to have a growth mind set, to up size our knowledge of the world,” says health coach Susan sanders. “ ___87___ It's the learning that makes the difference, firing up our curiosity and engaging our minds.”
Many people decide that the best way to keep their minds feeling younger is to really change up their life and train for a new job. “As humans, we are meant to grow, stretch, and expand,” says Francesca Kastelanides, director and founder of Beam Academy. “ ___88___ Although it will most likely be challenging at times, if your reason why is strong enough, you will always gain the benefits.”
___89___ “When starting a new journey, ask yourself what you hope to gain, why you want to make this move, and what you expect to get out of it at the end.”
Learning something new will not only improve your skill set but it will boost your wellbeing. From a physical point of view, when you exercise your brain, the mind reshapes itself, because the physical brain can grow and change. But, mentally, a new skill also provides you with motivation and increase your confidence. ___90___ And, of course, learning will open new opportunities in life that will boost your happiness. And who doesn't want to be happier
A．We’re naturally creatures of habit.
B．But learning to grow is no easy task.
C．And it doesn't matter what we learn.
D．Thus you can overcome any fears and anxieties you have.
E．Learning a new skill or re training for a different career can only be positive.
F．To have the desired result, you should make some preparations in the first place.
G．She explains that the most important thing is to make use of your central motivation.
Walking in the city is very different from walking in the park. A small psychology study suggests urban environments can slow your step and possibly increase your mental load. ____91____
It can ease your mind and quicken your pace. The findings show that natural settings may potentially reduce cognitive (认知的) tiredness and improve reaction time straight away. ____92____
The first of the two experiments in the new study focused on people’s way of walking and cognitive load. During this trial, participants were fitted with sensors and a dozen motion control cameras were set up to watch them repeatedly walk down a l5-metre room at their natural speed. The wall opposite them showed an image of either a nature scene or a city scene. ____93____ On the whole, when walking in city settings, people reported that they felt more uncomfortable and they walked at a slower pace, indicating a higher cognitive load.
____94____ In the trial, participants were asked to distinguish (区分) between basic visual shapes on the computer while also in the presence of a natural or urban image (the same ones from the first experiment).
Measuring reaction time in both natural and urban settings, the team found results to support their idea. In urban environments, participants were slower in distinguishing between simple shapes.
____95____ Our brains take longer to process. However, more research is needed to prove that idea.
A．Nature influences us in many ways.
B．A walk through nature does the opposite, though.
C．They said they couldn’t concentrate properly after walking.
D．After each, participants were asked to rate their discomfort.
E．The study includes two experiments with two different ways.
F．The second experiment dug into some higher-level cognitive processes.
G．The reason is that urban environments are more likely to take our attention away.
Studying in America presents you with unique opportunities to get involved in a community that pushes you to succeed. ____96____ These tips will help you make the most of the four years.
Participation in university programs helps you make new friends and establish a connection with your school. At the beginning of the school year, most universities will host an organization fair where every club on campus will be recruiting (招募) new members. ____97____ By chatting with old club members, you can decide where you’ll fit best.
To best prepare for your future, growing your professional network is essential. Joining professional student organizations that correspond with your professional interests is a great place to start. For example, professional societies often hold conferences and send out newsletters about industry happenings. Remember to be active and interested in your college years. ____98____
Taking part in voluntary work is a practical way to make a difference in the local community where your university is located. Some organizations like Habitat for Humanity have opportunities throughout the country. Neighborhoods surrounding your university will also have individual needs and service opportunities that will benefit from your help. ____99____ It shows a new side of the place you’ll call home for the next several years.
____100____ But getting around America on breaks can be a great opportunity to see more of it. If you have time, consider taking different trips, in which you can explore different cultures and meet new friends. Gradually, you’ll find your vision broadened and life enriched.
A．Being a volunteer can advance your career.
B．College is the perfect time to learn and grow.
C．Living off campus is a great way to save money.
D．The event gives you an idea of each organization.
E．It also allows you to get an ideal job after graduation.
F．Traveling overseas can be difficult during the school year.
G．Volunteering helps you feel connected to the community you live in.
Goals give our lives meaning and help us become better versions of ourselves. ____101____ Have you started working towards your goal but over time felt that it’s just too high a mountain to climb
As humans, we are built to naturally see the problems and easily punish ourselves for bad behavior. Our mindset can bring us down when we feel we’ve failed. ____102____
So what is the secret to achieving big goals Many people may put the success of others down to luck or a natural talent. ____103____ Most of the time it is down to a particular mindset and the way of looking at their goals as a whole.
____104____ It took Edison almost 10,000 attempts to create a light bulb — that’s a huge number of “failures”. But in response to his repeated failures, he said, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work”. It’s quite clear that he had a mindset and a positive perspective that allowed him to celebrate those small steps and see them as achievements.
The key to success is realizing that our big goals aren’t going to happen overnight. ____105____ It is the combination of those small things over time that leads to the achievement of the big goals.
A．Yes, this can be the case, but not always.
B．We all want to be successful in our goals.
C．Take Thomas Edison, who invented the light bulb for example.
D．This usually results in giving up on dreams and goals.
E．We tend to focus on the end goals rather than the small steps.
F．We must invest in the small things over a long period of time.
G．But have you ever tried to reach a big goal only to eventually give up
As much as 80 percent of premature heart disease is preventable by making specific lifestyle choices. Some strategies, such as exercising and managing weight, are well known. ___106___“A small change in your everyday routine can potentially have a big impact in the 1ong run,” says preventive cardiologist (心脏病学家) Dr. Beth Abramson, a spokesperson for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.
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, founder of the Canadian Obesity Network. If we’re short of sleep, our bodies also have more difficulty controlling blood pressure, inflammation (炎症) and blood sugar levels.___107___
Engage in volunteer work.___108___ Research published in Psychosomatic Medicine in 2016 showed that a feeling of purpose in 1ife 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.”
___109___ 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 had a substantial morning meal. One possible reason: “If you’re eating a proper breakfast, you’re less likely to be hungry later and make poor food choices,” says Abramson. “We need to eat a balanced diet as part of a healthy lifestyle.”___110___
A．Eat breakfast.
B．But others may not have crossed your mind.
C．Volunteering might even increase your physical activity.
D．These factors can all have an impact on heart and blood health.
E．Choose whole-grain, low-fat breakfast foods and include fruit.
F．Eat healthy food rich in protein and fiber but low in fat and sugar
G．Doing good for others helps your self-esteem and relieves stress.
____111____ It is the skin of the Earth. It supports all forms of our life. Nearly all our food comes from the soil. Some of us eat meat, some eat vegetables, but most animals live on plants. ____112____
Plants grow in soil with a dark color. The dark soil is humus(腐殖土壤). Dead leaves, dead plants and animals’ waste make it, but it takes a long time. ____113____
All soil needs food. Animals’ waste is the best food for the soil, but chemical fertilizers(化肥) are also very useful. The same crop should not be grown in the same place every year. ____114____
When the soil is dry, the wind blows it away. Sometimes heavy rain carries the humus down to a river. ____115____ It takes hundreds of years to make humus, so we must save every bit of it. Without soil, how can we live
A．When the humus has been made, plants can grow well in it.
B．People should grow more trees and grass to stop wind from carrying the humus away.
C．A change of crop and the use of a good fertilizer will keep the land in good condition.
D．What is soil
E．Sometimes it will take a long time to make humus.
F．If there are no plants, we will have no vegetables, no animals and no meat.
G．How can we live without soil
Weeds, the fast-growing plants that cannot be eaten and do not bring flowers, are a common problem for gardeners. Some use chemicals to kill weeds. Others pull them up by hand or with heavy machinery. Luckily, there are other ways to limit their growth.
For starters, there are mulches which can bury weeds. Mulches are made from organic material, such as leaves, grass cuttings, and small pieces of wood. They are spread over the ground in a garden to control weeds. Organic mulches break down over time. ____116____ That is not a bad thing, because their decomposition creates nutrients for plants and humus to keep soils wet and full of fresh air.
Plastic mulch is another way to stop mon black plastic is easy to lay down. It also effectively blocks weeds and helps soil warm faster in the spring. ____117____ A reflective plastic mulch, for example, keeps some plant-eating insects away. A major problem with plastic is that it breaks apart over time, so eventually it needs to be thrown away. It also adds nothing to the soil as far as nutrients or humus. ____118____
Finally, in addition to direct attacks on weeds, how you plant your garden can indirectly influence weed growth. For example, close spacing of plants in the garden blocks sunlight from reaching the ground and can limit weed growth. And using a watering method known as drip irrigation will direct small amounts of water to the roots of your plants instead of the weeds. ____119____ Lying in soil are millions of weed seeds just waiting to be awakened by light and air.
Using any or all of these methods will not permanently stop weed growth. ____120____
A．So you must add more to your garden often.
B．And plastic also can block air from reaching the soil.
C．However, we could finally make it through our efforts.
D．So it adds little to the soil in terms of humus or nutrients.
E．Instead, your goal is simply to limit their growth in the garden.
F．Whether or not you dig up your soil also influences weed growth.
G．Recent experiments with other colored plastic have shown effects on both bugs and plant growth.
A week ago, one of my roommates brought in a very large suitcase and placed it under her bed, but days later, she found something wrong with her suitcase. ____121____, her case soon got wet. She took it out and after drying it up, she just put it on her desk because she had no other choices. I happened to be opposite her desk and her suitcase was so large that it not only occupied the whole of her desk but half of mine as well. ____122____. So I angrily pushed it forward without first talking to her about it. I pushed a bit too hard and the case fell off her desk, messing up everything it contained. On seeing this, she flew into a temper and angrily shouted at me. ____123____.
When I calmed down days later, I thought over the quarrel and began to see something. I should have talked to her about it first and then worked with her to find a solution to the problem. ____124____, we should learn to get on well with one another.
As we know, different kids have different characters and different living habits. ____125____. Conflicts (冲突) occur when they do not agree on whether or not loud music is okay or when each roommate is expected to go to sleep and get up and so on.
Harmonious dormitory environment and friendly roommate relationship depend on our mutual tolerance, mutual understanding and frank communication. So, let’s try our best to achieve them.
A．The quarrel (争吵) started and lasted about two hours
B．As we have been roommates for a year
C．So conflicts under the same roof are inevitable
D．As we live on the ground floor
E．As a result, we avoid further conflicts
F．I was rather angry
G．Living in a room with limited space.
The things that you do, words that you say, and feelings that you express, contribute to your child’s level of confidence. ____126____ , then read on.
Love and acceptance
We know that you love your child. But does she know that you love her, accept her just as she is, and respect her. Give your child plenty of love even if you are not able to do it all the time. ____127____. Unconditional love will help her grow into a confident human being.
____128____
Nobody is perfect. But to raise a confident child, you should not stress too much on the shortcomings. Positive parenting focuses on developing what is good in the child, and making children feel empowered. If your child feels defeated by disappointments in life, help her look at the bright side by talking about her success.
Let them make decisions
____129____. Decision making also empowers children as it gives them the ability to choose something. But children don’t have the ability of an adult and may not know how to reach a decision all by themselves.
Praise when they deserve it
It is easy to blame a child when he or she does something wrong. And, we never forget to do that. But when the child does something right, we don’t always praise him or her. We are not talking about praising the child for every little thing he or she does well. ____130____.
A．Make full use of the advantage
B．Focus on strengths, deal with weaknesses
C．Your child needs to know that she is loved and accepted.
D．When you are not aware of the importance of making yourself confident
E．But if the child has put in the effort and achieved something, appreciate it
F．If you want to do and say the right things to help build confidence in your child
G．Decision making is an important life skill that the child needs to learn to be confident.
Planning a family trip Let the professionals handle it.
In the ever-evolving world of travel, using a travel professional to decode your family vacation options can really pay off. Here are several things to bear in mind:
Is it travel time
Before the pandemic, planning a vacation took time, knowledge, patience and perseverance. While the pace of change has slowed, keeping track of the global landscape can still be incredible. ____131____ He or she uses his or her experience and skills to make even the most complicated travel schedule a reality.
Know how it works.
____132____ Some get paid by travel suppliers such as a hotel or restaurant. Others charge consulting fees sometimes determined by the number of people traveling and the complexity of the trip. Still, others rely on a combination of both. Families also benefit from top agents’ access to upgrades and value-added options. Should your trip take an unwelcome turn, a good agent will have your back to help with canceled flights, health challenges or the need for a last-minute shift in the travel schedule.
____133____
If you are eager to visit a Disney resort; understand the evolving nature of the cruise world; visit a ski resort or explore a specific city, region or country, using an agent with that specialty can give you a bonus. ____134____ They’ll know how to book the best cabins, sort through meal and activity options and provide insight into how each member of the family might make the most of the sailing.
Spend your time well.
Whether you’re traveling with the kids or with the extended family for a milestone birthday or anniversary celebration, you no doubt hope to return with treasured memories rather than tales of a trip gone wrong. ____135____
With more families learning and working from home, a good agent can help zero in on destinations and lodging options that can maximize your current lifestyle.
A．Choose a specialist.
B．Choose a destination.
C．This is where a travel agent can come into play.
D．Travel agents can provide you with a rewarding holiday.
E．Travel agents earn money by offering their service in various ways.
F．Travel agents benefit a lot from their planning the travel route for you.
G．Those professionals can select the brand that best matches your travel expectations.
Being a teenager can be tough. “Troubled” and “rebellious (叛逆的)” are often labels that people give kids in their teens. There are even scientific theories explaining that the likelihood of teenagers taking risks is due to the fact that their brains aren’t fully developed yet.____136____
But a new study by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania and Cornell University may have finally cleared up this misunderstanding.____137____They simply are easily attracted by new things and are eager to explore the world.
The adolescents lack experience.____138____This personality trait (特征) is called “sensation seeking”, which is shared by a lot of people and usually peaks during adolescence.
Instead of being something to worry about sensation seeking is actually necessary, since the process of learning usually goes hand in hand with taking risks. “Teenagers need to build experience so that they can do a better job in making the difficult and risky decisions in later life. ‘Should I take this job ’ or ‘____139____’” said Valerie Reyna, co-author of the study.
“____140____If they don’t make a mistake in their teenage years, they will have no life experience when they turn 18 and step out of their parents’ protection and into a world that’s unknown to them. Kids need the freedom to test out boundaries while still in a safe environment,” wrote Ann Robinson, editor of The Guardian.
A．What can parents do to help the kids
B．There’s something more frightening than taking a risk.
C．In other words, they just can’t help it.
D．Should I marry this person
E．It turns out that teenagers are fine.
F．Adolescents should do as follows.
G．Therefore, they keep trying things out for the first time in their life.
Stress can significantly affect your ability to keep a healthy weight. ___141___. Whether it’s the result of high levels of the stress hormone cortisol (荷尔蒙皮质醇), or unhealthy behavior related to stress, the link between stress and weight gain is obvious. But don’t worry. Here are a few skills to help you.
Make exercise priority (优先)
Exercising is a vital part of stress reduction and weight management. It can help you handle both issues at the same time. ___142___. Whether you go for a walk during your lunch break or hit the gym after work, include regular exercise into your routine.
Keep a food diary
___143___. A review of studies that examined the link between self-monitoring and weight loss found that those who kept a food diary were more likely to manage weight than those who didn’t. So whether you use an App to track your food intake or you write everything in a food diary, being more mindful of what you put in your mouth could improve your eating habits.
___144___
Whether you enjoy yoga or you find comfort in reading a good book, try adding simple stress relievers like taking a deep breath, listening to music, or going on a walk into your daily routine. Doing so can reduce your cortisol levels, helping you manage your weight.
Stick with the skills for a while. By doing so, it helps make these healthy behavior a habit and battle stress-related weight changes. ___145___.
A．It can also prevent you from losing weight
B．Decrease hormone cortisol in a right level
C．Apply stress-relief skills to your daily life
D．Remember: The early bird catches the worm
E．Paying attention to your eating habits can help you control your food consumption
F．So it’s necessary to work out to prevent stress-related weight gain
G．Persistence can make stress and weight fall by the wayside
Which is more effective, group studying or studying alone
We’ve all experienced getting together with classmates to study for an upcoming exam and spending the entire time talking or joking around. You leave the group without accomplishing anything to get you ready for your exam.____146____. The following are some benefits of studying alone.
____147____
When you lock yourself away in your room, there tend to be less distractions than when you are studying in a group. Nobody is moving around or talking near you. There are literally no distractions, unless you’re the one who feels the need to clean everything when you study.
Personal study environment
Everyone is different, which means everyone learns differently. You may require classical music, a comfortable room, and a cup of tea while you study. Someone else may require complete silence, and no snacks at all.____148____ Studying alone also allows you to use the study strategies that are the most effective for your learning style. Some students learn best with flashcards, while others learn best when they reread chapters. ____149____
Personalize learning content
There may be some topics in class that you really need to work on. ____150____. Besides, you can tailor learning methods by studying alone while group studying can’t. More crucially, you can consolidate the topics that are difficult to you over and over.
A．You can learn whatever you like.
B．Minimum distractions.
C．That is what you can’t achieve in group studying.
D．Find your learning style, and you can get better results.
E．Only when you study alone, you’ re able to focus on exactly those topics.
F．So if you are the one who can be so distracted, it’s strongly recommended that you should study alone.
G．Studying alone allows you to set the perfect study environment so you get the most out of studying.
参考答案：
1．B 2．A 3．D 4．F 5．C
【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章主要介绍了直播带货兴起的原因并提供了进入该行业的一些建议。
1．由上文“If you haven’t started live stream commerce on social media, maybe you should.(如果你还没有在社交媒体上开始直播带货，也许你应该这样做。)”和下文“It is growing in popularity, accounting for $200 billion in sales in China and $11 billion in the United States in 2020.(它越来越受欢迎，2020年在中国的销售额为2000亿美元，在美国的销售额为110亿美元。)”可知，此空起到承上启下的作用，上一句引出直播带货这个话题，后一句介绍了这一模式的销售额，说明直播带货这一模式很火爆。B选项“Livestream commerce is the hottest trend in the online business.(直播带货是在线商业中最热门的趋势。)”符合语境。故选B。
2．由后文“We have to look at the evolution of online.(我们必须看看在线模式的演变。)”和后文的内容可知，这一段主要在讲述了直播带货这一模式是如何兴起并变得流行的。A选项“Why is livestream commerce becoming so popular (为什么直播商业变得如此流行？)”符合语境，可以引出下文。故选A。
3．由上文“After that came livestream.(之后是直播。)”和后文“That’s where we’ve arrived in terms of the evolution of online.(这就是我们在网络发展方面所取得的成就。)”可知，上文提到在线模式发展到了直播，后文提到这就是目前我们所取得的成就，因此空格处应该是有了直播之后的发展，也就是文中提到的直播带货。D选项“The option to buy from the live stream was added shortly afterwards.(不久之后，就添加了从直播中购买的选项。)”符合语境，起到了承上启下的作用。故选D。
4．由上文“What should brands be thinking about as they jump into livestream commerce (当品牌进入直播带货时，他们应该考虑什么？)”和后文“For example, brands have to choose the right plat form and influence.(例如，品牌必须选择正确的平台和影响力。)”可知，首句提出品牌在进入直播带货这一行业之前需要考虑哪些问题，后文提出了相应的建议，所以空格处应该是作者认为这些品牌该如何做。F选项“They have to integrate livestream commerce with other marketing strategies.(他们必须将直播商业与其他营销策略相结合。)”中的They指的就是上文提到的brands，此选项符合语境。故选F。
5．由上文“Brands have to measure success against goals.(品牌必须用目标来衡量成功。)”和后文“It’s not just about making immediate sales. Their objective is to reach new markets, introduce new products，or create a buzz for the brand.(这不仅仅是即时销售。他们的目标是开拓新市场，推出新产品，或为品牌制造轰动。)”可知，上文提到了用goals来衡量成功，也就是是否实现了目标。C选项“They must test whether they are able to achieve those goals.(他们必须测试自己是否能够实现这些目标。)”中的goals与上文相对应，符合语境。故选C。
6．E 7．G 8．F 9．B 10．C
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要阐述了人们之所以喜欢模仿富人和名人的日常行为，是因为有一种叫做“迷信学习”的强大心理过程。如果由此产生的习惯对个人有一定的好处，那就可以继续使用。
6．根据上文“The answer lies in a powerful psychological process called “superstitious learning”.(答案在于一种叫做“迷信学习”的强大心理过程)”可知，E. The scientific study of superstitious learning began in the late 1940s, with an influential paper by an American psychologist.(对迷信学习的科学研究始于20世纪40年代末，当时一位美国心理学家发表了一篇颇具影响力的论文)能够承接上文，符合题意。上文提出概念，接着解释了对这一概念的研究。故选E项。
7．根据上文“That is not to say the resulting habits are completely lacking in benefits.(这并不是说由此产生的习惯完全没有好处)”可知，空格处应陈述其产生的好的结果。由此可知，G. By giving us a sense of self-determination, the adoption of rituals can help us to overcome anxiety, and may even bring about a noticeable boost in performance.(通过给我们一种自我决定的感觉，采用这些习惯可以帮助我们克服焦虑，甚至在表现上有明显提高)能够承接上文，符合题意。故选G项。
8．根据下文“Creative tasks are especially common with uncertainty ― which may explain why thinkers like Beethoven adopted specific behaviors to get their thoughts flowing.(创造性任务尤其常见于不确定性——也许可以解释为什么像贝多芬这样的思想家会采取特定的行为来让他们的思想保持活跃)”可知，思想家们为了保持大脑具有更好的创造性，在生活中可能会有一些特定的行为，因此空格处举例说明生活中联想学习法可能让我们形成的习惯。由此可知，F. In everyday life, this associative learning might lead us to settle on a “lucky” pen that seems to deliver particularly good grades in exams.(在日常生活中，这种联想学习可能会让我们选择一支“幸运”笔，这支笔似乎能在考试中取得特别好的成绩)符合题意。故选F项。
9．根据上文“Often, the rituals that we acquire take very little effort.(通常情况下，我们不费吹灰之力就能养成这些习惯)”可知，B. Daprati suggests this may even be the reason that we persist in these behaviors.(Daprati认为这甚至可能是我们坚持这些行为的原因)能够承接上文，符合题意。因为形成这些习惯不需要付出太多努力，所以Daprati认为这就是人们能坚持这些行为的原因。故选B项。
10．根据下文“If the action costs nothing and helps you to feel a bit more in control of your day, it’s perfectly rational to continue.(如果这样做不需要任何代价，还能让你感觉自己能更好地掌控这一天，那么继续下去是完全合理的)”可知，C. Given these findings, we need not be embarrassed by the little rituals that pepper our days.(鉴于有了这些发现，我们不必为日常生活中充斥的小习惯而感到尴尬)能够开启下文，总结全文，符合题意。选项中的these findings指代前文中对“迷信学习”的研究发现。故选C项。
11．E 12．D 13．C 14．A 15．G
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要讲述了独处时间对心理健康的重要性。
11．根据上句“People tend to be social creatures, and research has shown that social connections are vital for both emotional and physical well-being. (人们往往是社会生物，研究表明，社会联系对情感和身体健康都至关重要)”以及后句“The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated both the challenges of loneliness and a lack of alone time. Having time for yourself gives you the chance to break free from social pressures and tap into your own thoughts, feelings, and experiences. (COVID-19大流行既显示了孤独的挑战，也显示了独处时间的缺乏。拥有属于自己的时间能让你有机会摆脱社会压力，深入自己的想法、感受和经历)”可知，设空处应讲解独处时间对心理健康的重要作用。E选项：However, alone time also plays a crucial role in mental health(然而，独处时间对心理健康也起着至关重要的作用)承上启下，并和下文的独处时间对心理健康的重要作用相呼应。合乎题意。故选E。
12．根据后句“Research actually suggests that being alone can lead to changes in the brain that