高考英语七选五专项训练（含解析）

七选五
5 Ways To Strengthen Your Immune System (免疫系统)
Do you also think about how to keep yourself healthy during these unusual times We would like to help you so that we can achieve our great common goal: to protect fellow human beings and not to be an unconscious (不知觉的) carrier of viruses (病毒携带者). ____1____ All you have to do for this: Make conscious decisions every day that benefit your health. So that you can do that, we reveal (公布) our five best tips for strengthening the immune system, all of which work at home. Take care of yourself and stay healthy.
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You probably know by now how important a balanced diet is for your health. By eating the right foods, you can strengthen your immune system. Especially in times like these, we recommend eating mainly plant-based foods, as they provide you with important fiber and phytochemicals. Dietary fiber is essential for your “good” intestinal bacteria, and at the same time ensures that the “bad” bacteria are minimized.
Eat Your Meals At Intervals (间隔)
As you probably know, intermittent fasting (间歇性禁食) has many advantages. But did you know, that the immune system also benefits from it. What your immune system particularly benefits, however, are the autophagy processes (自噬过程) that are set in motion by this.
Keep Your Body Temperature Warm
You probably already know that viruses don’t like heat. ____3____ You can raise your body temperature a little with a hot shower or a very warm bath. Another option is to drink hot tea in the evening or to take a hot water bottle to bed with you. Because: Sweating has a similar effect to the body’s own fever, and viruses don’t like that at all. It is also advisable to keep warm throughout the day. Hot drinks are also ideal here. They gently increase your body temperature through the throat area — exactly the place where viruses want to enter.
Movement
Movement is not only essential (重要的) for a pain-free and flexible life it also strengthens our immune system. When we exercise, we release adrenaline — a hormone (荷尔蒙) that induces our immune cells to multiply and become more active in the shortest possible time ____4____.
Sleep
Getting enough sleep is just as important for a good immune system. ____5____. During sleep, the body develops specialized antibodies such as T cells. They are an important part of the learned immune response. It is known that if you don’t get enough sleep, you don’t develop antibodies.
A．This is one of the reasons why most people get sick more often during the cold times of the year.
B．A strong immune system is the best prevention against disease.
C．Food
D．Exercise also lowers chronic inflammation in the body
E．Eating little
F．During the day, it is mainly the innate (天生的) immune system that works
G．Sleep is important too.
Can fruits and vegetables grow without sunlight or soil ___6___ Vertical farms grow produce indoors by stacking up layers of plants.
In 2015, a company called AeroFarms took an old steel mill in Newark, New Jersey, and turned it into the world’s largest vertical farm, consisting of twelve rows of floor-to-ceiling trays of “grow tables” to hold plants. The plants do not need soil. ___7___ Instead of sunlight, LED lights produce the red and blue light that plants absorb to make puters and sensing devices monitor and control plant growth as well as temperature, humidity, water, and the nutrient solution.
___8___ A traditional farm uses 533 acres of land and provides 533 acres of growing space. To produce the same number of crops, a vertical farm uses 0. 5 acres of land and 23 acres of growing space. Moreover, outdoor farms use a lot of water-almost 70 percent of the world’s drinkable water! Indoor farms use only about 10 percent of the water required by traditional farms, and the water can be reused.
Vertical farms have some disadvantages. They’re great for growing vegetables and fruits, but large plants such as watermelon or corn use too much space for this type of farming. ___9___ In addition, setup costs are high because urban land is expensive and the controlled environments and equipment need constant monitoring.
The benefits of vertical farming, however, may outweigh the disadvantages. About 815 million people in the world do not have enough food. One major benefit of vertical farming is that it can help reduce world hunger. ___10___
A．With vertical farms, it can be done.
B．People can make it possible without sunlight or soil.
C．They are fed a solution of water mixed with plant nutrients.
D．So small plants are more suitable to grow on a vertical farm.
E．Some plants can’t be grown because they need bees to pollinate them.
F．This farming method produces large amounts of food in relatively small spaces.
G．Environmentally, vertical farms are more efficient than traditional outdoor farms.
More and more people enjoy listening to music while they work, believing that music helps boost creativity. But an international study conducted by English and Swedish researchers is challenging that viewpoint. ____11____
To come to their conclusions, researchers had participants complete verbal problems designed to inspire creativity while sitting in a quiet room. ____12____ They found that background music significantly weakened the participants’ ability to complete tasks associated with verbal creativity. The research team also tested background noises such as those commonly heard in a library, but found that such noises had no impact on subjects’ creativity.
The tasks were simple word games. ____13____ Then, they were asked to find a single word that could be combined with the three to form a common phrase or word. The single word, in this case, would be “sun” (sunshine, sunflower, etc). Participants completed the tasks either in a quiet room or while listening to different types of music.
“We found strong evidence of damaged performance when playing background music in comparison to quiet background conditions.” says Dr. McLatchie. Dr. McLatchie with his colleagues concludes that music disturbs the verbal working memory of the brain. ____14____ Also, as far as the library background noises have seemingly no effect, the researchers believe that was the case because library noises create a “steady state” environment that doesn’t affect concentration.
“____15____ Instead, they demonstrate music, regardless of its types, consistently interrupts creative performance in problem solving,” the study reads.
A．And this in turn blocks creativity.
B．First, all participants spoke out three words of their favorite music.
C．Then again, they were tested while music was played in the background.
D．Prior to the task, the participants were not exposed to the music they would listen.
E．For example, participants were given three words, such as dress, shine, and flower.
F．To conclude, the findings challenge the popular view that music encourages creativity.
G．Psychologists from several universities say their findings indicate music actually prevents creativity.
Swap, Don’t shop!
You keep hearing about recycling, right But it doesn’t end with bottles, cans, and paper. Clothing takes a huge amount of natural resources to make, and buying loads of new clothing (or throwing out old clothing) is not healthy for the environment. So what to do with all those perfectly-good-but-you’re-maybe-a-little-sick-of-them clothes piled on your bedroom floor ____16____. It’s the best way to get rid of your used clothes, score clothes from your friends, and have a party all at the same time.
A successful swap depends on the selection of clothes, the organization of the event, and, obviously, how much fun it has. It’s really easy to do! Here are a few pointers.
●Invite 5—10 people so you have a nice selection. ____17____, and there may not be enough things to choose from; more than that, and it becomes uncontrollable.
●Tell everyone to bring clean clothes in good condition. ____18____.
●Put different types of clothing on different surfaces in the room. Have everyone put their clothes in the right spots. ____19____, so people can see how things look when they try them on. One of the ground rules of the swap should be that everyone must try on the clothes before they take them—things always look different when you put them on.
●Set a starting time. Maybe you say “go”, or turn on a certain song, or whatever. ____20____. And don’t forget to put out some cookies and fruits. Remember, it’s a party!
A．Less people than that
B．Hold a clothing swap
C．If two people are competing
D．Just keep music playing throughout
E．Donate whatever goods are left over
F．Place a few mirrors around your room
G．They should also prepare plenty of reusable bags to carry their “new” clothes home
Forming a new habit in the best of times can be difficult, let alone trying to make changes when you’re already spent. So what do you do if you find yourself exhausted but longing for a change Here is the pathway to sustainably building new habits.
Start with Sleep
If you’re super tired, then the key to greater productivity is to get enough sleep habitually. Start with an earlier bedtime. ____21____. Most people consider it as their first step, but it actually comes later in the process. Because when you get to bed on time and fall asleep quickly, getting up is so much easier.
Think About Nutrition
____22____, then you’ll have the capacity to work on other areas. Think about whether you’ re getting enough nourishment. Some people get so absorbed in their work that they don’t have time to eat -- or they simply forget to! If you find yourself in that situation, buy some very simple nutrition options like bars or protein shakes that you always keep at your desk.
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Exercise ultimately gives you more energy throughout the day instead of depleting it. It also has the added benefits of improving mood, sleep quality, and focus. If you do at least 25 minutes of vigorous cardio exercise at least three times a week, you can improve your overall wellness.
Pick a New Habit
Healthy habits will have improved your energy and focus during the day so that you have the capacity to take on your new habit. ____24____. For example, you may decide to focus on being on time, planning your week, or some other habit that you would like to master. Then focus on incremental (增量的) change.
The key to habit change, especially when you’re truly exhausted, is to take it slowly and steadily: You won’t be able to change all of your habits in a day. ____25____.
A．Get Moving
B．Improve your health
C．Choose just one to work on at a time
D．Once you give yourself enough time to rest
E．Then focus on getting up at a consistent time
F．You can pick other new habits to fold into your life
G．But with time, you can develop your new habits efficiently
Information and communication technology (技术) has changed fast over the past 20 years, with the appearance of social media. The development of mobile technology is important to the influence of social media, which shapes politics, business, culture, education, careers, innovation, and so on.
Social media influences (影响) the society. Almost a quarter of the world’s population is now on Facebook.
____26____. Without social media, social, environmental and political problems would have little visibility (关注度).
____27____. Social media has a strong effect on job finding. Famous social networks such as LinkedIn are important for people who want to stand out in their jobs. ____28____. 19% of hiring managers make their employing decisions according to information found on social media. And 70% of bosses use social networking sites to know about the people looking for jobs.
Social media influences education and development. Blogs, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook are now popular tools for learning in many educational schools. ____29____ Although there are some problems of cheating among long distance learners, these haven’t stopped social platforms from being used in education.
Social media influences commerce (商业). The rise of social media means it’s common to find an organization that reaches its customers through social media panies use social media to increase demand, and create targeted product offerings. ____30____.
A．Social media influences the world of work.
B．It’s been said that information is power.
C．Social sharing has become quite common.
D．They can make themselves known by their employers.
E．These functions are important in the world of e-commerce.
F．In the US, nearly 80% of all Internet users are on this platform.
G．Social media has contributed to the increase in long distance online learning.
There’s no doubt that when it comes to friendship, you want positive people in your life and not negative ones.___31___
Support when you need it.
With positive friends, you don’t need to beg for help when you need it because chances are they will be there for you without asking. ___32___
Health benefits of being positive.
The more positive friends you have, the better you will be at remaining optimistic yourself. ___33___ For example, it helps people to deal with stress and illness better. Health benefits may include lower rates of depression, a greater ability to throw off colds, and a reduced risk of developing disease.
Bring out the best in you.
___34___This means trying new things, achieving goals, and having the kind of life you dreamed of for yourself. With positive people in your life, you’ll feel more comfortable sharing your goals because your friends will give you the emotional push you need to go after what you want in life.
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You naturally attract the kinds of friends who are most like you. So if you’re negative, you’ll probably find that negative people flock to you. That’s why you’d better surround yourself with positive friends. The more you are able to maintain a positive attitude, the more like-minded people you’ll attract in return.
A．Here are some benefits of spending time with positive friends.
B．The same is true for being positive.
C．In most cases, they will support you when you’re in trouble.
D．Attract More Positive Friends.
E．As we all know, there are many benefits of being optimistic.
F．Your positive friends will inspire you to be the best you can be.
G．Most of the time, you have to ask them to help you when in trouble.
Extreme heat can kill people, even though most of the deaths are preventable. It is reported that in the 24 years between 1979 and 2003 more people died in the United States of extreme heat than from hurricanes, lightning, tornadoes, floods and earthquakes, ____36____ The golden rules are to drink plenty of water, dress in cool clothes and stay in the shade if possible.
____37____. Often after many months without rain, single spark is all that is necessary to create a big fire. Wildfires can move at great speed and will destroy everything in their path. They can quickly change direction, which makes it very difficult for someone on the ground to escape. ____38____, great damage can be caused in a short time. In 2010 such fires in Russia killed 62 people and destroyed about 23, 000 square kilometers. A recent UN report suggests that the growing number of wildfires around the world may be contributing to global warming. Very often you can see such a terrible circle! ____39____. Climate change causes drought; drought causes wildfires; and wildfires cause further climate change.
It is clear that the world is getting warmer. ____40____, but it is reasonable to assume that this process is being speeded up by mankind’s release into the atmosphere of large amounts of greenhouse gas.
A．How can we survive it
B．Extreme heat can also bring wildfires
C．This is probably due to a natural process
D．Very often you can see such a terrible circle
E．It is also reasonable to realize the man’s effect on the world’s weather
F．How can people predict extreme heat according to the climate change
G．If quick action is not taken
We know it’s good to learn another language. It broadens your horizons, helps you make new friends, and it’s fun too. But to improve our linguistic skills, many of us have to go through hours of school lessons or evening classes, with our heads buried in textbooks. Do we really have to do so Or is there something convenient available ____41____ There is certainly a huge demand for language learning, and having a smart phone means you can have a virtual teacher with you wherever you go. ____42____ And that’s why there are numerous learning apps available, like bamboo shoots after a spring rain.
Some educational apps offer languages not popular enough to be taught at evening classes, or at most universities. And others offer ‘invented’ language courses in Esperanto, Elvish and Star Trek’s Klingon. Have no idea what they are ____43____ Whatever you want to learn, apps allow you to go at your own pace and fit learning around other commitments. There is no doubt that technology is going to help in and outside the classroom.
____44____ Guy Baron, head of modern languages at Aberystwyth University, thinks not. He told the BBC that technology should be used alongside classroom methods, not to totally substitute traditional teaching. ____45____ For one thing, the grammar involved may be beyond you; and for another, it will lack the peer support you could get in a classroom environment.
A．After all, it is not perfect.
B．Those are some lessons you might not find in a traditional classroom.
C．Does that mean technology spells the end of traditional classrooms and teachers
D．But if you have a genuine and practical reason to learn, you will no doubt stick with it.
E．Many app developers promptly take advantage of the demand and the plus of the internet.
F．Attending a real lesson and facing a real teacher probably forces you to be more attentive.
G．Good news is that technology appears to be providing a better and more accessible way of learning.
Living with other students can be a wonderful, fantastic experience. ____46____
Screen your roommates carefully if you are given a bining the living space of several students into one location can be exciting and rewarding experience for the outgoing students. ____47____, pick quieter roommates.
Divide the bills evenly. Some students are far less responsible than their roommates and tend to let their part of the finance slide. Resentment (不满) is quick to build when everyone has to pay the bill for a fellow student who can’t seem to pay his/her share of the money.
Carry your part of the load. Everyone has to clean the bathroom and the kitchen sometime. ____48____. Student accommodations can get messy and it involves everyone to keep it tidy and healthy.
Think about someone else before you think about yourself. Put your roommates’ interests above your own. ____49____, property and studies of each other.
____50____. Hostilities (敌意) and frustrations may cause problems that can’t be fixed. Everyone brings different standards and expectations to group living and it’s in everyone’s best interest to put them into the open. Disagreements can be managed more friendly when you are willing to be both open and listen to others.
A．Be open and honest
B．Here are a few tips to help you ensure a great experience and build lifelong friendship
C．Pay the bills before they are due
D．Don’t avoid your part of responsibility
E．Life will be far enjoyable when everyone is concerned about the feelings
F．They will probably be your lifelong friends and help you out someday
G．If you are on the shy side or prefer a quiet group to study with
How to Reduce Food Waste
Food waste is a huge problem in many countries. The good news: Each of us can help solve it. ___51___ .
Make a plan
___52___ , think about exactly what you need for the week, make a list and then stick to it. Actually, more often we throw things in the shopping cart that sound good or look new, and then we let them sit in the back of the fridge for a few weeks.
Get creative with repurposing food
Before walking straight to the trash with your old carrots or cabbages, ask yourself: ___53___ The answer is probably yes. You don’t need to follow any difficult recipes (to tum older produce into a fresh new dish by watching videos online).
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If you realize that you won’t be able to use food before it’s too late, tum to the trusty fridge. Did you know you can freeze almost anything Your bread, your vegetables, your fruits -even your milk! Freezing food helps keep its taste and nutrients(营养).
Don’t be fooled by that “sell by” date
Generally speaking, these labels are a best guess by producers as to when their products will be freshest. They’re not fixed rules about when that cheese has to go straight to the trashcan. ___55___ . The next time you do a sweep of your kitchen, remember that these dates are just guidelines. When in doubt, do a smell test. If it doesn’t pass, you can just bury them in your garden to make the soil rich.
A．Freeze everything
B．Don’t forget your fridge
C．Before you shop for groceries
D．Can I make these into something new
E．Can you create something out of them
F．However, that’s exactly what many of us do
G．Here are four simple ways to start reducing your food waste at home
We are all bothered with doubts sometimes. Even the most self-assured and successful people can be unsure of themselves. Some people are clearly more confident than others by nature, but I suspect that training also has a lot to do with confidence. ___56___ . Like a muscle, with training and in time, it can become strong and powerful. To put it another way: confidence is a habit that can be produced in daily life. Here are some training ideas to develop this important habit.
Make friends with your failings and limitations
Obviously, you are not perfect-far from it. So long as you are stepping out of your comfort zone and seeking to develop, you will be making mistakes. ___57___ . Confident people are comfortable in their own skin, happy with themselves in all their imperfection.
Set challenging goals
Confident people tend to live in a more conscious way, setting goals for themselves. As we challenge ourselves, our comfort zone grows. This growth often involves the pain of failure. This pain is too much for unconfident people to bear. ___58___ . Success is what is certain to happen for confident people. It’s only a matter of time.
Keep a record of your achievements
It is common for people with limited self-confidence to compare themselves unfavorably with others. Such people may assume that others are “better”. ___59___ . If you do this, you may find that the list is longer than you thought. Imagine what you would think if this were a list of someone else’s achievements. Would you think highly of that person
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The benefits of confidence are clear but too much of it can be unhealthy. Over-confidence, which can lead to errors of judgment and under-performance, is dangerous and should be guarded against.
A．Take a balanced approach
B．Be confident to avoid errors
C．No matter how severe the mistakes are
D．They are signs of growth and nothing to be ashamed of
E．So it can be very helpful to make a list of achievements
F．I think confidence can be developed like most other habits
G．But to confident people, failure is only a stepping-stone, not the destination
Travel off-season
Go to your desired destination while the demand is low and take advantage of huge discounts. During the peak season, the hotel and flight prices increase quickly, and you’ll likely spend more of your vacation time standing in line due to the rush of tourists. ____61____
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Websites can help you find discount hotel rooms. Look for places that do not charge extra for children if they use the existing bedding. Stay with the locals. If you and your family are going to stay for a longer period, renting a small apartment is a good choice.
Eat like a local
Why eat at big chain restaurants when you can experience something new ____63____. During your family trip, try new food where the locals eat. This will not just save money, but also provide you with a new and different experience. For smaller meals and snacks, avoid restaurants and try street food or other takeout.
Don’t hesitate to bargain
Tourist-heavy places are known for overcharging for just about everything. Clothes, travel goodies, souvenirs, etc. arc very expensive at these places. ____64____ Bargain hard to get the best price.
Choose local transportation
____65____. Instead, take buses, railways or subways, which are always cheaper. If you are planning to stay for a while, you can consider renting a car. Hiring a car is much easier than carrying yon bags everywhere if you are moving around a lot.
A．Save on hotels.
B．Surf the Internet while traveling.
C．Therefore, avoid buying anything there.
D．So it’s best to find out when the off-season starts.
E．Planning your meals is another way to reduce your travel costs.
F．For this reason, you shouldn’t feel ashamed to ask for bargains.
G．As a tourist, avoid taking taxis whenever possible, since they are expensive.
Open your eyes. What do you see Do you see the crowds of people walking around Look at their faces. ____66____ Did you notice the person that was smiling at you Look again. See the trees waving to you in greetings
____67____What do you hear Traffic Discussions on the latest gossip People on the cellular phones that are trying to compete with the noise Cursing and swearing Or the radio/television of your neighbors But do you hear the songs of praises the birds in the day sings for you, or the lullaby the insects orchestrate for you in the night
Now smell the air. Exhausts Odors you feel uncomfortable Smell again. Concentrate this time. ____68____
Concentrate your senses on your skin. Feel the heat The humidity But did you not also notice the breeze that is gently trying to cool you Feel the frost of the winter, biting through all your insulation.____69____ And the warmth that is already within you that your heart is circulating.
There is always comfort around us if you know where to look. There is too much distractions in this society. ____70____
A．Focus your senses in the correct way and you will find a release.
B．Concentrate now on your hearing.
C．Concentrate now on nature.
D．Curious looks, snobs, anger, expressionless looks, looks of concentration.
E．Again feel the warmth that the sun is wrapping around you in a warm embrace.
F．You will smell terrible air.
G．You will smell the fragrance (香味) of the perfect blossom.
According to a common saying, “Honesty is the best policy.” ____71____ Lying often seems like a good way to impress people or avoid blame for mistakes. Some people lie out of habit, without even realizing they’re doing it. But despite all this, honesty really is worth the effort.
One obvious reason for honesty is that lies are difficult to maintain. There’s always a chance that the person you lied to will find out the truth. Is the gain from lying really worth the risk ____72____. If you make up a story, you have to remember all the details. And the more lies you tell, the more stories you have to remember. But if you commit to telling the truth, you will never have trouble remembering. This saves you effort and makes conversations less stressful for you.
Another obvious reason to avoid lying is that lying can harm others. ____73____. And a lie about someone else could destroy that person’s reputation. If your friends find out you lied to them, their feelings will be hurt. They will question whether they can trust you or wonder whether you care about them.
____74____ This will help you in every area of your life. Business deals, friendships, family an romantic relationships all depend on trust.
Honesty, however, doesn’t mean that you have to say everything you think. ____75____ Honesty means that when you speak, you tell the truth without holding any information back. When you do that, you will feel more relaxed and enjoy stronger relationships.
A．In contrast, if you always tell the truth, you will develop a reputation for honesty.
B．It means you only tell the truth, or white lies when necessary.
C．But in daily life, honesty can be difficult.
D．Lies are also difficult to hide because they are harder to remember than the truth.
E．So in our life, we should avoid lying to win a good chance.
F．Sometimes it’s best to remain silent if your words might hurt someone else.
G．People who believe your lies might make bad decisions because of them.
Tips for Successful Family Meetings
Life is more complex than any family drama from the golden age of television may have had us believe. When Mom, Dad and the kids faced a sticky problem, they generally had it neatly resolved within the running time of that week's episode (一集). ___76___ The process allows every family member to air thoughts and concerns and in doing so, to hear one another out. Here are some tips to plan for and carry out successful family meetings.
Preparing for the meeting. ___77___ First consider why it is you re meeting. The organization of bringing everyone together means coordinating (协调) schedules, but if the reason for the discussion is especially pressing—for example, your father is declining and your mother needs immediate assistance—then coordinating schedules, while challenging, is necessary. If you do have to arrange a family meeting to discuss the care of a parent, it can be helpful.
___78___ Decide on the most pressing issue(s) so that everyone has a clear focus for the conversation. It's a good idea to include these topics in the meeting invitation you send to your family members.
Time and place. The Internet can make it easier to gather individuals who live far apart. ___79___ Decide beforehand which family members will be asked to provide input and which of them will have a deciding voice. (For example, you might want all adult children and their significant others to participate in the meeting, but only the adults in the nuclear family to have a part in decision-making.) Encourage participants to come armed with relevant information. ___80___
A．Keep to one or two topics.
B．Pick the appropriate places.
C．Choosing time and place depends on weather.
D．Choose time that works for most of the participants.
E．Planning ahead for a family meeting is as important as the actual meeting.
F．Examples might include physician visit summaries, observations and financial documents.
G．Family meetings can be an invaluable method of discussing problems and reaching solutions.
Many people don’t take much time for lunch or if they do, they eat at their desks while checking emails. But lunch breaks are more than just a time to eat a meal. Taking lunch breaks can make you more productive and reduce stress. ____81____
You may consider spending time in nature. Go outside! Even spending a short time in nature has a positive effect on your mood. ____82____ Besides increasing your vitamin D, spending time in nature could help calm and relax you as well as helping to improve your immunity (免疫力). So go outside and enjoy yourself in the sun.
____83____ A short exercise session will help you meet your fitness goals and give you an energy improvement. If your workplace has a gym or there is one nearby, keep a gym bag in your office so you have no excuse not to go. If not, you can take a walk. Just keep moving!
Reading can also be a good choice. ____84____ So read a chapter of a good physical book. Not a reader Listening to something also helps. You can listen to audiobooks to refresh yourself and relax. In short, take time to recharge your batteries for the rest of the day.
Eat mindfully. Good nutrition plays an important role in your physical and mental health. Make your lunch count by eating nutritious foods. Make an everyday eating plan for yourself. ____85____ But stay away from sugar or caffeine because when the initial energy wears off, it will leave you tired and unproductive.
A．You can try a lunchtime workout.
B．It makes you learned and less stressed.
C．Nothing can take effect better than that.
D．Read to find more benefits of lunch breaks.
E．So take time to do something good for yourself.
F．It will keep your body and brain conscious of careful eating.
G．Find a park or other green space nearby and eat your lunch there.
Here are some ways that can help parents to balance their children’s increased digital use with their physical and mental well-being.
·Set up a stress-free workspace
When setting up screens, place their devices an arm’s length away and slightly below eye level. Small screens can be hard on the eyes. ____86____ .
Remember to take frequent breaks to avoid physical side effects from increased tech time, including eye stress, neck and back pain and headaches. ____87____ . Look 20 feet away every 20 minutes for at least 20 seconds. Ideally, kids should get out of their chairs and stretch every 20 minutes, or as frequently as their school schedule allows. Nature can also improve mood and learning. So encourage outdoor breaks when possible or bring natural things, like plants, into the workspace.
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Set limits on recreational screen time and socializing time by sticking to a schedule. Kids who are separated from friends may need extra time for video chatting, or want to watch online tutorials to replace in-person extracurricular activities. Rather than make it about policing, make it about supporting them in their success. Give children clear stop times for screen use. ____89____ . Set a regular bedtime and make sure screens are off an hour before bedtime.
·Ask for help when you need it
While it’s normal for kids to be spending more time on their devices, too much media use can harm their physical and mental health. ____90____, or staying up all night and not waking up for school, these can be signs that they’re addicted to digital spaces. In this case, parents should turn to their teachers for help.
A．Manage after-school tech use
B．Help kids manage their schoolwork
C．If parents can set a good example of healthy behavior
D．Kids should follow the 20-20-20 rule to rest their eyes
E．So connecting small devices to larger monitors can help
F．Blue light from devices can throw off sleep and wake schedules
G．If your children are refusing to leave their screens for family time
Why Camp Is Great for Children
If you’ve been to camp, you’re not surprised to hear about the advantages of summer camp. Here is a list of the most important reasons to send your kids to camp.
At camp, children:
____91____ —Camp is the place where kids make their very best friends. Free from the social expectations pressuring (对……施加压力) them at school, camp encourages kids to relax and make friends easily. All the fun at camp draws everyone together. Every day, friendships are created.
Learn social skills—Coming to camp means joining a community where everyone must agree to work together and respect each other. When they live in a small room with others, kids solve problems, and see the importance of open communication. ____92____
Grow more independent—____93____ Managing their daily choices in the safe, caring environment of camp, children welcome this as a chance to grow in new directions. Camp helps kids develop who they are.
Experience success and become more confident—Camp helps children build self-confidence. With its non-competitive activities and different chances to succeed, camp life really improves young people. ____94____ Camp teaches kids that they can.
Spend their day being physically active—As children spend so much time these days inside and mostly sitting down, camp provides a wonderful chance to move. ____95____ Camp is action!
A．Make true friends.
B．Running, swimming, jumping and climbing!
C．There’s achievement every day.
D．Camp builds teamwork.
E．It is easy for kids to develop what they like to do.
F．When kids take a break from the Internet, they rediscover their creative powers.
G．Camp is the perfect place for kids to practice making decisions for themselves.
Nowadays, online learning turns out to be more and more practiced. It represents an easy and comfortable method for achieving knowledge in almost every field. Online learning is a great alternative to traditional classes. It is therefore especially beneficial to those who can’t go to school for certain reasons. ____96____.
____97____, online learning proves to be a useful option. Students have the chance to study in their own time. It is a great way to study many fields and to improve the level of self-motivation. Online learning is effective as students can make full use of their time. Then there is more time left for hobbies or other activities.
What else Easy access to all resources of a traditional course helps students learn wherever they are. ____98____. Among other advantages of online learning there are the responsibility and self-discipline(自律)of students.
However, only in a small group can a student develop properly. ____99____, be patient, get rid of disappointment, and especially to compete. Online learning cannot offer human interaction. Another disadvantage refers to the fact that online courses cannot deal with thousands of students that try to join discussions.
In conclusion, online learning should be seen as a complement(补充) to and extension of classical forms of learning. ____100____. Each form of learning has every reason to exist.
A．Online learning will replace the traditional courses in the future
B．Here are the advantages and disadvantages of online learning
C．At school , students learn how to make friends
D．Besides ,they are able to attend different courses on the Internet
E．Even the best online course can’t fully replace face-to-face contact
F．Although many people still consider traditional classes as the best way to attain knowledge
G．But online learning is also effective for those who can’t focus their attention
You want to go vegan to help the planet, but it is your parents who are paying for the shopping. You think trains are better than planes when traveling. ____101____Young people are some of the world’s most powerful climate leaders and want rapid action to tackle the problem.
____102____But the power to act is often still in the hands of older people, including parents. Big changes are difficult, especially when they involve other people. Where do you begin
Eating less meat is one of the best ways to reduce our impact on the planet. Teach the Parent is a campaign that encourages these conversations between generations. It was started by young people frustrated with the lack of international climate action and their feelings of powerlessness. Even if your first talk with your parent goes badly, you should keep going. ____103____If you bring it up every so often, it shapes your parent’s attitudes in the long term.
How we travel is a major source of carbon emissions, but switching from driving or lying can potentially limit family holidays and cost more. Present a solution rather than just a problem.____104____For example, saying “let’s do this thing instead” is really a good way to communicate. People talk about how expensive trains are, but think about what the carbon emissions from taking a plane mean in the long term for us.
Radically reducing what we buy and throw away can improve our carbon footprint, but it can be time-consuming and difficult. Advise your parents to reduce food waste and think more carefully about what they buy. Be well-informed about the things you want your family to start changing so they can see you care and have done some research. It’s important to not go into it expecting your parents to change their whole lives.____105____.
Taking action as an individual means you have managed to feel a lot more in control of your future.
A．That makes a lot of sense.
B．Big lifestyle changes take time.
C．Small things can make a difference.
D．It’s a big bother for you and your parents.
E．Give your parents options for something fun or exciting.
F．The conversations can be challenging at times.
G．However, your dad books the summer holiday.
Meeting strangers is probably one of most people’s biggest fears, only second to speaking in front of a crowd. Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be an experience as scary as you might think. ____106____ .
Go out alone. Don’t always go to events with a friend or family member. ____107____ . If you go with someone you’re familiar with, you’re more likely to stay and talk to the person you already know rather than try to talk with strangers.
____108____ . Most people’s favorite topics are about themselves. Even if you don’t have an interesting icebreaker, you can always ask people to talk about themselves—they’ll be more than happy to oblige you. For example: ask what they do for a living, where they’re from, or what they studied in school. ____109____ . They’ll be excited to share their hobbies, and you might find that you have something in common!
Don’t be embarrassed if you’re visibly nervous. If your voice cracks or your handshake is sweaty, laugh it off. If you’re an amateur comedian and can make it into a joke, point it out and get people laughing with you. If it’s something that makes you feel less confident, just ignore it. Everyone gets nervous sometimes, so push past and continue on with the conversation. ____110____ .
A．Start by introducing yourself.
B．Encourage people to talk about themselves.
C．People can come to you when you’re alone.
D．By going alone, you’re forced to meet other people.
E．Don’t let it embarrass you enough that you have to walk away.
F．These few easy tips will help you talk with strangers more comfortably.
G．If you get someone talking about their interests, eventually you’ll see their true personalities come out.
With gas prices rising and airport security lines snaking longer than ever, why not book your next domestic vacation on a train Compared to other alternatives, it’s comfortable and relaxing. Here is some advice on how to make a trip by rail as pleasant as possible
Plan ahead. Most long-distance trains, especially the sleeping car accommodations, sell out very quickly. ____111____But no matter when you travel, it’s a good idea to make your reservations at least 90 days in advance.
Use a travel agent. Uonsider turning your travel plan over to a travel agent and letting him double-check all the details, make suggestions, and then handle the actual reservations. A good one can sometimes find you discounted tickets. ____112____ Then you won’t have to walk through several cars on a moving train three times a day for your meats.
Bring a blanket. When you’re riding on trains, you won’t be provided with-a blanket for free even if your trip is an overnight one. ____113____ In the summer in particular, the air conditioning can make them quite cold
Arrive early. Most trains operate just once a day and some run only three times a week, so missing yours can be a disaster. ____114____ Note:The times listed on the schedules are departure times, not arrival times.
Have fun. ____115____ Read a book, knit, do a crossword puzzle, or simply watch the world unfold outside the window. To calculate your speed as you do, divide 3, 600 (the number of seconds in an hour) by the number of seconds it takes you to travel one mile (the distance between two mileposts). If it takes the train 53 seconds to travel one mile, you’re going 67.92 mph.
A．Train trips aren’t for impatient types.
B．You’ll have views from both sides of the train.
C．That’s particularly true during busy summer months.
D．The temperature on rail cars is often hard to control.
E．Chances are the cost will be a lot less than the cost of one bedroom.
F．He may also book you in a sleeping car that’s right next to the diner.
G．You might have to wait longer than twenty-four hours to catch the next one.
It is reported that 6 percent of the early deaths are caused by lack of physical activity, making it the fourth largest risk for death in the world after high blood pressure, smoking and high blood sugar. So exercise is necessary in everyday life. ____116____ The general answer is that running is one of the easiest forms of exercise. Science shows it doesn’t just keep you healthy. It can also actually help you live longer.
____117____ It turns out that running on a regular basis leads to extra pared with non-runners who do different forms of physical activity and completely inactive adults, runners even have a 30 percent lower risk of all-cause deaths.
The various benefits of running on the body can make life longer. ____118____ A new study found that groups of runners compared to inactive groups did produce improvements in heart fitness. It could also reduce the deaths related to heart disease.
Running, however, is not the only method to keep fit. Another study of 44,551 men aged 40 to 75 found that running, tennis and fast walking reduced by 46 percent, 28 percent and 23 percent lower risk of heart disease, separately. ____119____
Now good news is that there are about 17 million road runners in the US, and the roads are lined with people running slowly or fast. ____120____ Then you will enjoy the same joy of exercise as they do and become more athletic and healthier.
A．It is a good idea to join them.
B．There are various indoor sports.
C．Are you interested in taking exercise
D．It can especially improve heart health.
E．But which sport is easy for you to play
F．So it is okay to choose other proper sports besides running.
G．Runners live an average of many years longer than non-runners.
In life, there are times when you’ll be working in a group. If you’re a group leader, you’ll organise a group discussion. Don’t worry. Making a group discussion is easy if you know what to do. ____121____
At the start of the discussion,show the problem of the group. ____122____ However, if you don’t think about the problem, you can’t ask the group for advice. The problem can be something that prevents (阻止) a group achieving its aim. Once you have shown the problem, discuss it with the group and find out solutions to it.
●Once the group understands the problem, it’s time to ask for ideas. ____123____ You should listen carefully to his/her words no matter what he/she says. Some ideas may help the group to make a decision.
●When someone in the group finishes sharing an idea, write it down on a white board. ____124____It’s not only important for remembering the ideas, but also it shows that you pay attention to their opinions.
●____125____In this important stage, you must ask the group to pick out a particular idea. The idea with the highest votes (选票) shall be the solution to the problem. But if you feel that it isn’t the solution, think about it really hard and discuss it with the group.
A．Pick out the best solution from ideas.
B．Close the discussion as soon as possible.
C．You must think of the problem of the group before the discussion.
D．You should always keep in mind that the main idea isn’t always right.
E．You should give everyone in the group a chance to share his/her ideas.
F．Here are some steps on how to organise a group discussion successfully.
G．Write it down for everyone in the group until they all share their ideas.
Money Tips for Teenagers: Your Future Self Will Thank You
Starting good money habits now will put you ahead for the rest of your life.
Understand the power of time.
You probably aren’t making much money right now, but that doesn’t matter. ___126___ Let’s look at an example: At the end of your summer job, you have $1,000. You put your money in the bank. The bank will pay you interest (利息) at an annual rate of 5%. You don’t use one cent for 50 years. At the end of those 50 years, you will have $11,467.4.
____127____
The power of habit is almost as important as the power of time when it comes to money. If you start the habit of saving money now, that habit will always be with you. Every dollar you get, whether it’s a gift, an allowance (零钱), or pay from a job, get into the habit of saving it. ___128___ But if you started saving much more than that at an early age, it wouldn’t seem hard to you because it’s just a habit.
Avoid FOMO.
FOMO is fear of missing out. When you’re a teenager, it’s easy to think everyone is having more fun than you are. And sometimes, people are having more fun than you. That’s true no matter how young or old you are. ___129___
If you ask people older than you what their biggest financial (经济的) regret is, a lot of them will tell you that they wished they had started getting serious about money much earlier than they did. ___130___
A．Time flies.
B．What matters is time.
C．Start a money saving habit.
D．Start now so you don’t have that same regret.
E．The older you get, the harder it can seem to save your money.
F．What’s the most important is to save money as much as possible.
G．It’s important, though, not to give up what you want most for what you want now.
Is English grammar useful or useless in learning English ___131___Their creators don’t believe it’s necessary to study strict grammar rules to understand and speak a language. And they might be true to some extent.
However, grammar is the foundation of every language. It’s a system of rules that allow us to structure sentences. ___132___Well, it’s true that learning grammar can be challenging, especially if you think about it that way.
In fact, learning grammar doesn’t have to involve memorizing a bunch of rules from a textbook.___133___Games are also a great method of communicative grammar practice. In other words, you should see grammar in action.You shouldn’t only learn grammar rules but rather see them in usage.
___134___Learning grammar is not a prerequisite (先决条件), but it’ll help you increase accuracy and learn the language a little faster. You can see it as a shortcut for building sentences and expressing yourself. It’s true that learning grammar takes time. And we won’t lie to you — it does take time, even if you use innovative learning methods. But once you start learning it, you’ll realize it’s not that complicated. Things will start to make sense. ___135___
On the other hand, if you’re planning to travel and you simply want to learn practical vocabulary to get around the city, you don’t have to spend time mastering grammar.
A．And it will definitely be worthwhile in the end.
B．What we’re trying to say is that grammar matters.
C．But if you want to become fluent, you shouldn’t avoid it.
D．But people are often afraid of it or they find it terribly boring.
E．Grammar can be learn through examples, stories,and context.
F．Many apps and online courses avoid in-depth grammar lessons.
G．And a different approach to learning grammar matters even more.
Five ways to end procrastination(拖延症)
Never put off till tomorrow what maybe done today. Waiting until later is on c of life’s guilty secrets, but procrastination is linked to poorer health, work and relationship outcomes. Here are five ways to try to remedy(纠正) procrastination.
1. A five-minute start
Five minutes is nothing-it’s just three hundred seconds. Is the length of a song or a TV commercial. Pick up a project you’ve been putting off and spare just 300 seconds of your time to do it.____136____After a while the desire of beginning the task will push you forward.
2. Set goals and rewards
During the day, set goals and rewards. Each time you achieve a goal you earn the reward: a short break, a funny YouTube video or something else.____137____Make sure you select a time to review your progress and adjust your targets accordingly.
3. Be good to yourself-me today VS me tomorrow
Sometimes, when you find yourself buried in work, you are upset with yourself for not having started earlier. Imagine a conversation, between “you today” and “you tomorrow”____138____
4. I was there-eye-witness
Going public with a goal increases your support. Consider going on a diet: Is there more pressure if you announce it to all your friends, with strict rules to follow if you are invited to dinner It seems an obvious way of making you feel guilty, but it can also be highly effective.
5. Set creative punishments
____139____You could write a note to someone that you don’t like. Give the note to a friend with strict instructions to mail the note if you do not achieve your goal. The more you dislike the other party, the stronger the motivation to get the task done.
Procrastination is a silent killer of dreams.____140____By understanding and fixing your procrastination, you’ll discover you jump-start many areas of your life.
A．Everyone suffers from it.
B．Once the five minutes is up, stop and rests.
C．Everyone likes to have a dream of procrastination.
D．It’s important that the goals are realistic and the rewards are inviting.
E．What is the future of my life with the intention of putting off my tasks
F．If “you tomorrow” could chat with “you today”, what would he say
G．Make the punishment so unbearable that you have no choice but to get busy now.
How to Stop Laughing at Inappropriate Times
Although laughing at inappropriate times can be embarrassing, it’s actually a natural reaction for some people when they’re facing a highly stressful situation. When you can’t stop laughing, you can deal with it instead.
____141____ It takes time to learn how to prevent your tendency to laugh, but distraction is an easy way to stop yourself, in the meantime. Try one of these options for shifting your thoughts away from what’s setting off your laughter.
Identify what makes you laugh inappropriately. Do you laugh out of nervousness, or do you laugh to deal with painful feelings Maybe you laugh because you have a lot of energy or have trouble finding the words you want to say. ____142____
Choose replacement behavior for the laughter. ____143____ For example, nod, lick (舔) your lips, exhale (呼气) slowly, or click a pen. What you decide to replace your laughter with depends on the circumstances that are causing your laughter. For example, you may laugh nervously during work meetings. If this is the case, click your pen instead of laughing.
Create a plan for replacing your laughter. ____144____ Reviewing your plan in your mind makes it more likely that you’ll be able to follow through.
Practice mindfulness (冥思). ____145____ Besides, it helps keep you aware of your surroundings. This, in turn, can help prevent laughing caused by distracting thoughts.
A．It’s not easy to learn mindfulness.
B．Distract yourself from your urge to laugh.
C．What proves appropriate when you behave yourself
D．What can you do instead of laughing nervously
E．Practicing mindfulness can help keep you present.
F．Whatever your reasons for laughing, write down when your laughter is causing you issues.
G．Since you know what’s making you laugh and what you can do instead, tell yourself to follow through with the new behavior.
Getting older involves changes in all realms of life, from the physical to the mental, to the social, emotional, sexual, and more. Ideally, you’ll have already been practicing healthy habits throughout your life. But even if you haven’t, it’s never too late to start taking active steps to maintain and even improve your health. Adopting even a few of the habits will start you on the right track.
____146____ According to Medline Plus, exercising regularly can improve your balance, help keep you mobile, improve your mood by reducing feelings of anxiety and depression, and contribute to better cognitive functioning. ____147____ Any exercise at all is better than none. CDC recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week; you can further break this down into 30 active minutes a day for five days a week.
One article found that participants who reported higher levels of social activity were more likely to experience more positive moods, fewer negative feelings, and higher levels of physical activity. If you don’t currently have an active social life, look for opportunities to reconnect with old friends or make new ones. ____148____
Regular checkups with your doctor are opportunities to catch problems early and treat them before they become bigger problems. If you are experiencing memory or mobility issues, or have been recently hospitalized, you may want to schedule an appointment with geriatricians (老年病学专家). ____149____ Following an initial consultation, they can help you create a care plan tailored to your needs.
It may seem like a no-brainer, but it bears repeating that you should always take any medication prescribed to you exactly as directed by your doctor. However, it’s also worth doing a periodic medication review with your primary care doctor to discuss whether all of your prescriptions are still necessary. ____150____
A．It’s also an important part of managing some chronic diseases.
B．They specialize in the care and treatment of older people.
C．Keep in mind that your pharmacist is another resource for information.
D．Seek out like-minded others that corresponds to an interest of yours.
E．Keeping physically active can help reduce many of the effects of aging.
F．Feeling constantly exhausted or depressed is not normal at any age.
G．It’s important to know what’s normal for your body as you age.
参考答案：
1．B 2．C 3．A 4．D 5．F
【导语】本文是说明文。文章主要介绍增强免疫系统的5个方法。
1．根据下文“All you have to do for this: Make conscious decisions every day that benefit your health. So that you can do that, we reveal (公布) our five best tips for strengthening the immune system, all of which work at home. Take care of yourself and stay healthy.( 为此，你所要做的就是：每天有意识地做出有益于健康的决定。为了让你做到这一点，我们揭示了增强免疫系统的五个最佳技巧，所有这些都在家里有效。照顾好自己，保持健康。)”可知，接下来要提出提高免疫力的方法来预防疾病。选项B“强大的免疫系统是预防疾病的最佳方法。”和下文意思一致。故选B。
2．根据下文“You probably know by now how important a balanced diet is for your health. By eating the right foods, you can strengthen your immune system. Especially in times like these, we recommend eating mainly plant-based foods, as they provide you with important fiber and phytochemicals. Dietary fiber is essential for your “good” intestinal bacteria, and at the same time ensures that the “bad” bacteria are minimized. (你现在可能已经知道均衡饮食对你的健康有多重要了。通过吃正确的食物，你可以增强你的免疫系统。尤其是在这种时候，我们建议主要吃植物性食物，因为它们能为你提供重要的纤维和植物化学物质。膳食纤维对你的“好”肠道细菌至关重要，同时确保将“坏”细菌降至最低。)”可知，这一段主要讲述通过吃正确的食物，你可以增强你的免疫系统。选项C“食物。”和下文意思一致。故选C。
3．根据上文“You probably already know that viruses don’t like heat. (你可能已经知道病毒不喜欢热。)”可知，这里提出病毒不喜欢热，所以它们经常会在寒冷的冬天出现，给人们带来疾病。选项A“这就是为什么大多数人在一年中寒冷的时候更经常生病的原因之一。”和上文意思一致。故选A。
4．根据上文“Movement (运动)”可知，这一段讲述运动的好处，建议人们通过运动来提高免疫力。选项D“运动还能降低身体的慢性炎症。”和上文意思一致。故选D。
5．根据下文“During sleep, the body develops specialized antibodies such as T cells. They are an important part of the learned immune response. It is known that if you don’t get enough sleep, you don’t develop antibodies. (在睡眠期间，身体会产生特殊的抗体，如T细胞。它们是习得免疫反应的重要组成部分。众所周知，如果你睡眠不足，你就不会产生抗体。)”可知，这里指睡眠对提高免疫力的好处。选项F“白天，主要是先天的发挥作用的免疫系统。”和下文意思一致。故选F。
6．A 7．C 8．G 9．E 10．F
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍相对于传统农场而言，垂直农场的优点及其解决实际问题的应用。
6．根据空前的“Can fruits and vegetables grow without sunlight or soil (水果和蔬菜能在没有阳光和土壤的情况下生长吗？)”可知，此处使用疑问句引出本文的话题，根据空后的“Vertical farms grow produce indoors by stacking up layers of plants.(垂直农场通过层层堆叠植物在室内种植农产品)”可知，此处提到的vertical farms，由此可知，此空处应回答疑问，同时引出vertical farms这一概念，A选项“With vertical farms, it can be done.(通过垂直农场，这是可以做到的)”符合题意。故选A项。
7．根据空前的“The plants do not need soil.(这些植物不需要土壤)”可知，这种作物不需要土壤，根据空后的“Instead of sunlight, LED lights produce the red and blue light that plants absorb to make food.(代替阳光，LED灯产生红色和蓝色的光，植物吸收这些光来制造食物)”可知，垂直农场不需要阳光，LED灯可以解决这一问题，由此可知，此空处是解决作物不需要土壤的问题，C选项“They are fed a solution of water mixed with plant nutrients.(它们被喂食一种混合了植物养分的水溶液)”是对前句的解释，说明垂直农场庄稼种植不需要土壤，但是可以用营养液来解决问题。故选C项。
8．分析语篇可知，此处为主题句，根据空后的“A traditional farm uses 533 acres of land and provides 533 acres of growing space. To produce the same number of crops, a vertical farm uses 0. 5 acres of land and 23 acres of growing space.(一个传统农场需要533英亩的土地，并提供533英亩的种植空间。为了生产相同数量的作物，垂直农场使用0。5英亩的土地和23英亩的种植空间)”可知，本段讲述的的内容与垂直农场的利用率有关，G选项“Environmentally, vertical farms are more efficient than traditional outdoor farms.(从保护环境来看，垂直农场比传统的露天农场更有效率)”可以概括本段内容。故选G项。
9．根据本段的主题句“Vertical farms have some disadvantages.(垂直农场有一些缺点)”可知，本段讲述的是垂直农场的缺点，E选项“Some plants can’t be grown because they need bees to pollinate them.(有些植物不能种植，因为它们需要蜜蜂来授粉)”讲述的是一些作物不弄成长，也就是所种的作物类型受限制，这是垂直农场的缺点，符合主题。故选E项。
10．分析语篇可知，尾段是对本文的内容做出的结论，根据空前的“One major benefit of vertical farming is that it can help reduce world hunger.(垂直农业的一个主要好处是它可以帮助减少世界饥饿)”可知，垂直农场的一个好处是帮助减少世界饥饿问题，此空处应是对空前内容的进一步解释，F选项“This farming method produces large amounts of food in relatively small spaces.(这种方法能够在相对小的空间生产更多的粮食)”讲述的内容与空前内容一致。故选F项。
11．G 12．C 13．E 14．A 15．F
【导语】本文是说明文，人们喜欢在有音乐的背景下工作。研究人员针对这个现象展开研究，研究表明，音乐实际上会干扰人们解决问题的创造性。
【详解】1.前文“More and more people enjoy listening to music while they work, believing that music helps boost creativity.But an international study conducted by English and Swedish researchers is challenging that viewpoint.(越来越多的人喜欢在工作时听音乐，相信音乐有助于提高创造力。但一项由英国和瑞典研究人员进行的国际研究正在挑战这一观点)”指出一项研究挑战了以前的观点：音乐能够提高创造性，G项“Psychologists from several universities say their findings indicate music actually prevents creativity.(几所大学的心理学家表示，他们的研究结果表明，音乐实际上会阻碍创造力)”提出这个研究的成果：音乐会阻挠人们的创造性。符合语境，故选G。
2. 前文“To come to their conclusions, researchers had participants complete verbal problems designed to inspire creativity while sitting in a quiet room.(为了得出结论，研究人员让参与者坐在一个安静的房间里完成旨在激发创造力的语言问题)”说研究人员要求参与实验者在安静的环境中完成指定的任务，C项“Then again, they were tested while music was played in the background.(然后，他们又在播放背景音乐的情况下接受了测试)”说他们又在有背景音乐的环境中接受测试，这与前文形成一个完整的信息链。 故选C。
3. 前文“The tasks were simple word games.(任务是简单的单词游戏)”，后文“Then, they were asked to find a single word that could be combined with the three to form a common phrase or word. The single word, in this case, would be “sun” (sunshine, sunflower, etc). (然后，他们被要求找到一个可以与这三个单词组合成一个常见短语或单词的单词。在这种情况下，一个单词就是“太阳”(sunshine, sunflower，等等)。)”说明了一个实验的过程，E项的“given three words(给参与测试者三个单词)”与前文的“simple word games(简单的单词游戏)”以及下文的“The single word, in this case, would be “sun”(sunshine, sunflower, etc) ”组成一个完整的信息链，因此推断E项“For example, participants were given three words, such as dress, shine, and flower.(例如，参与者被告知三个单词，如dress, shine和flower)”符合语境。故选E。
4. 前文“Dr. McLatchie with his colleagues concludes that music disturbs the verbal working memory of the brain. (麦克拉奇博士和他的同事们得出结论，音乐扰乱了大脑的语言工作记忆)”指出背景音乐会“干扰”大脑的记忆，A项“And this in turn blocks creativity.(继而阻碍创造性)”与前文内容呼应。 故选A。
5. 下文“ Instead, they demonstrate music, regardless of its types, consistently interrupts creative performance in problem solving,(相反，他们证明了音乐，不管它的类型，总是打断解决问题的创造性表现)”指出音乐会打断解决问题的创造性思维。F项“To conclude, the findings challenge the popular view that music encourages creativity.(总而言之，这些发现挑战了音乐鼓励创造力的流行观点)”的关键信息“挑战了音乐有助于创造性的这个传统观念”与下文内容构成对比。故选F。
16．B 17．A 18．G 19．F 20．D
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。提出了交换衣物的一些建议。
16．上文“So what to do with all those perfectly-good-but-you’re-maybe-a-little-sick-of-them clothes piled on your bedroom floor (那么，该怎么处理堆在卧室地板上的那些挺不错但有点厌倦的衣服