2023届山东高考英语七选五专项训练（含解析）

七选五
Whether it’s painting, or sculpting tiny cupcakes out of clay, making art is good for your mind and body. ____1____ But you don’t have to be a full-time artist to get those health benefits. All you need to do is just making art. And the more you do it, the better. Here are things you need to know to start your creative art habit.
____2____ “We tend to think that only people who are very skilled at art can call themselves artists, but everyone is capable of creative expression,” says Kaimal, a leading researcher in art therapy. Her research has shown that there are no differences in health outcomes between experienced artists and green hands. ____3____
Start with what you enjoy — maybe something you’ve done before, maybe something you loved as a kid. Keep an open mind. Anything that engages your creative mind, such as finger painting, baking, knitting, etc, is good for you. And don’t feel like you have to stick to one thing. ____4____
Think about making art like any healthy habit. Just as you make time to work out, you should make time for your artistic creation. ____5____ Kaimal suggests setting up a corner table for your art supplies. Your creative corner is “kind of like a reminder,” she says. “It shows your commitment to invest in yourself and your well-being.”
A．Focus on making.
B．Let it go that you’re not an artist.
C．Mix it up — do whatever you’re in the mood for.
D．Besides time, spare a physical space in your home for art.
E．There are rules for how much time you should engage in art.
F．The act of creation can reduce stress and improve your mood.
G．So despite your skill level, you’ll feel all the good things coming with making art.
Humans have been searching for the fountain of youth. A scientist named Dr David proved last year that reversing the age of a cell is possible. ___6___ It will allow us to live healthy lives for an extended period of time. Here are some ways you can improve your health today.
Relieve your joints. There is something called hyaluronic acid (玻尿酸) in your joints. You might have heard of it being put into skin creams before. It holds a lot of moisture and is used to relieve dry eye as well as improve the skin, remove wrinkles, make joints healthy. ___7___
Maximise your exercise. While it's clear that living healthily and exercising may only bring minor life extension, exercise helps with a wide range of longevity pathways. It seems that resistance exercise is the best for health and longevity. But remember, you don't have to lift heavy weights if you don't want to. ___8___ We recommend using resistance bands as they are personalised based on your current performance.
Sleep better. Sleep is an essential time for our bodily repair. ___9___ Watching TV late at night, sleeping in a room where there is too much light, and not having a night time routine can all affect sleep.
Improve your memory. ___10___ Fasting for more than 48 hours has been shown to activate something called autophagy (自体吞噬), which is where the body gets rid of cells it no longer needs making room for new ones. If you prefer not to fast, you can take an ingredient called spermidine (亚精胺) instead. It is an element found naturally in wheatgerm, and is proven to improve brain performance.
A．A can of beans is sometimes enough!
B．It even shows promise for fighting cancer.
C．The only danger lies in not sleeping enough.
D．Protecting your brain is obviously very important.
E．When it is disturbed, particularly for extended periods, our bodies suffer.
F．Within a couple of decades this technology should be available to humans.
G．In 20 years we may have some science fiction style time machines for our bodies.
Make Your Application (申请表) Stand Out
Colleges and universities in the US receive thousands of applications every year from within the US and from countries all around the world. ____11____ How can you make yourself more memorable among these students
Realize that “recommended” equals “required”.
The very first thing any applicant to a college should realize is that it is a competitive process. ____12____ In fact, certain parts may even be presented that way in university application materials — but the reality is that anything that the university presents as “optional” or “recommended” is usually seen as “required” in the minds of admission officers.
Don’t hesitate to send in extra material.
While it used to be the case that universities would make it very clear that they would not accept extra materials, that is no longer true in most cases, and in many cases, universities will accept all kinds of materials. ____13____ — but it could make the difference when you are on the borderline.
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During school breaks, make sure that you are doing something that shows your academic curiosity, your initiative, and your willingness to work hard. Bonus points if your activity produces something that could be easily understood by admission offices, and if, this activity is something you’ve been doing for two or more years.
Be eager and focus on quality communication.
____15____ Answer emails without delay; send thank-you letters; and ask good and thoughtful questions. Language that might be OK when messaging your friends is certainly not the right tone when communicating with admission officers. It is likely that all of your emails go into your admission file, so you will make sure that all of it will be able to stand close examination by the admission committee.
A．One might think of many parts of the application as optional.
B．You are expected to present yourself thoroughly in the process.
C．Use your extra time wisely.
D．Communicating well will generally be to your benefit.
E．But how can you make yours stand out from the pile
F．Make sure the language you use is formal and careful.
G．Extra materials won’t suddenly make you competitive.
Packing Tips for Travel
Packing smart and light is quite necessary for a comfortable trip. Light baggage ensures trouble-free travel. Here are some essential packing tips to help you enjoy your travel.
Regular use/handy items. Regular use or your personal handy items need to be taken instantly or separated from the luggage whenever required. ____16____. And then start packing them after clothes and valuables. Include some useful items such as ear drops, eye masks, medicines, a small towel, and scissors (less than 6 inches).
Vacuum(真空) and space bags. It is not surprising that the entire packaging may be done just with vacuum bags, space bags, and plastic bags. Being airtight and waterproof, these bags provide great room for storage. They can fit in stuff three to four times greater than conventional bags. ____17____.
Family packing tips. Often those travelling with kids tend to believe that they might require a whole range of products for their kids. ____18____. Try to carry only the essential items and leave the rest that can be bought outside. You can download apps for kids that do not require the Internet connection. This will keep them engaged on the route without carrying a range of toys.
____19____. When it comes to clothing for women, having a choice of common colors is great, as they can mix and match outfits. A set of lightweight tops and jeans is ideal for both indoor and outdoor. Bring a set of waist coats, long sleeves, and pants for formal wears. ____20____, as they tend to be heavy. Instead, try fashionable sneakers, which give good comfort to your feet.
Following these tips will help you in managing your travel in an efficient way. Enjoy your trip! Bon Voyage!
A．So, make a list first
B．Packing tips for women
C．But this is not always true
D．Avoid carrying hiking shoes
E．Avoid taking too much luggage
F．These sorts of bags are highly recommended for flight travels
G．Suitcases with flexible handles are lightweight and easy to carry
Mother’s Day became an official holiday in the United States at the start of the 20th century. ___21___ The celebration is on the second Sunday in May as a way to honor mothers whose sons had died in war.
___22___ People give mothers gifts like flowers, cards, and jewelry to thank them for all their hard work. A popular symbol of the holiday is the carnation(康乃馨). This is because when the holiday first began in the U. S. people were encouraged to wear a red carnation if their mother was alive or a white carnation if their mother was dead. ___23___ In fact, Mother’s Day is the most popular, date in the U. S. for people to go out and eat and it is estimated that people spend billions on meals and gifts. Mother’s Day is also the most popular day to make long distance calls in the U. S. It is the second most popular gift-giving day after Christmas.
Like Father’s Day, it indeed is a holiday that has changed in such a way that it makes money or profits. ___24___ In fact, the founder of the U. S. holiday, Anna Jarvis, began arguing against the holiday and was even arrested for disturbing the peace for demonstrating. Jarvis’s own mother started the campaign to establish a mother’s holiday during the American Civil War.
Mothers are not the only people celebrated on this day. All mother figures including grandmothers, great-grandmothers, stepmothers, and foster mothers are honored on the holiday. In schools many students make special gifts, including handmade cards. While widely recognized, Mother’s Day is not an American holiday. ___25___
A．It celebrates and honors mothers.
B．The story of Mother’s Day is a long one.
C．But the holiday has long been blamed for it.
D．The holiday is celebrated in a number of ways.
E．Many other countries have their own Mother’s Day.
F．Many people take their mothers out for a special meal.
G．And Australia celebrates Mother’s Day with beautiful flowers.
“Why do I look different in pictures ” It’s a weird phenomenon that is making people question their own mirrors. Are pictures the “real” you or is it your reflection ____26____
The answer to that is a bit tricky. The good news is that there’s a big chance that Quasimodo-looking creature that stares back at you in your selfies isn’t an accurate depiction of the real you. ____27____ The mirror is a reflection, not the real you.
Although we’re the most comfortable and familiar with the face in the mirror, the mirror isn’t really the real us. ____28____ Because we’re so used to seeing the reverse (相反的, 颠倒的) version of ourselves, seeing how we look in pictures can be unpleasant.
____29____ If your reflection isn’t the real you, does that mean your ugly selfies are your “true self” The problem might could be lens distortion (畸变). Because of the closeness of your face to the camera, the lens can distort certain features, making them look larger than they are in real life.
Your smile could also be the cause. ____30____ If someone shouting “Say cheese!” at you, maybe you’re going to tense up and have a photo that looks different from the version you see in the mirror. It’s best to relax when taking pictures and try to focus on something else.
A．Why do we look better in selfies
B．The camera lens (镜头) also plays a part.
C．But your mirror isn’t completely truthful either.
D．Have mirrors been lying to you this whole time
E．It’s a reflection, so it shows how we look like in a different perspective.
F．That being said, a smartphone camera shows your face as others see it.
G．When you’re looking at yourself in the mirror, you’re more likely to be relaxed and act naturally.
Parents showing off their children has long been popular on social media. It is found that videos with children receive three times as many views as other videos. Nine-year-old Ryan Kaji,star of the Ryan’s World channel, topped Forbes’ 2020 list of highest-paid YouTubers, making an estimated $29.5 million from his content and product lines.
____31____ Influencer parents and kids across a host of platforms can gain millions of online followers and land profitable sponsorships. Some family influencers get paid directly by brands for endorsing (代言) their products. ____32____ And many more earn income by receiving ad revenues (收益).
____33____ A look at the comments section of almost any website proves the internet is often a very ugly place. And while the business of family social media is big and growing, there are as yet few meaningful safeguards for kids’ privacy and safety, both from media companies like YouTube and from existing law. ____34____
Leah Plunkett, assistant dean for learning experience and technology at Harvard Law School said, “In many cases, the kids who wind up in ‘commercial sharenting’ are too young to understand what’s going on. ____35____ If there is content going out about the children when they are three years old, they may be pretty uncomfortable with it when they are13. And that content is not going to go away.” Dr. Sarah Domoff, who directs the Family Health Lab at Central Michigan University also says parental oversharing may be damaging.
A．The pursuit of internet fame and dollars may pose serious potential dangers to the kids on social media.
B．Some sell their own branded products directly to viewers.
C．They can’t give any type of permission or know involvement.
D．Some parents have already started to reconsider sharenting.
E．All ofthe problems have experts on children’s rights and development worried.
F．“Sharenting” has now become an increasingly professionalized business.
G．Embarrassing a child publicly can make children ashamed of the parents.
Having a pet can be a magical moment for a lot of people. Welcoming a new furry guest in your life conveys a feeling of bliss unmatched by anything else. Unfortunately, many new pet owners can take a while to adjust with their pets and struggle to bond with them.____36____ According to celebrity dog trainer Nicole Ellis, certain steps will help you get closer with your pet and eventually become its best friend.
This goes without saying but spending time with your pets can greatly help you band with them. Cats, dogs, and other animals love to be included in the activities of their humans. Whether it is going on errands or just chilling at home watching a movie, make sure your furry friends are with you and enjoying themselves. ____37____
Another thing to keep in mind is that playtime between an owner and their pets is the best way to bond and share wonderful moments together. It is important to know what type of play your pet enjoys. 6 Just like each individual is different, animals are different from each other too. ____38____ Not only would these activities keep them in good health and stave off boredom, but it would go a long way making you and your pets closer.
____39____ Whether you’re teaching them a simple command like “sit!" or teaching them a more complex backflip and dance, your pet is sure to enjoy your company and would love you all the more for it. Training would also ease frustration as your pets would grow to be more obedient and well behaved. ____40____
A．In time, you’ll be inseparable.
B．Just be sure to reward them after.
C．Training would boost your confidence,
D．All the animals don’t like the same activities.
E．Explore, and figure out what would be the best activities.
F．Most people forget that training the pets and teaching them tricks is a healthy way.
G．It is important that you and your furry friend have a healthy and loving relationship.
How to Memorize a Long Text in the Shortest Time
If you’ve ever tried to memorize a long text, you are likely to just repeat the sentences over and over again. ____41____ Instead, using memorization techniques that suit your learning style can make a difference.
Divide the text into separate parts. ____42____ Use it to divide the text into smaller parts. Your parts won’t necessarily agree with whole paragraphs. Instead, each of them should discuss a single idea, Now that you’ve found your parts, start one by one until you can memorize it without looking at the text.
____43____ Add the melody (旋律) of a song to the text to make it easier for you to remember. Choose a familiar melody or your. favorite song that you can fit the text into. It doesn’t matter whether the words of text sound strange, as long as you can make it work as a song.
Record your reading the text if you’re an auditory (听觉型的) learner. An auditory learner can more easily store things to memory by listening to them over and over again. If that’s you, then the most effective way for you to memorize a text is by hearing it. Record your reading the text you want to memorize, so you can listen to it. ____44____
Memorize the first letter of each word of the text to create a shortcut (捷径). The ability to memorize something sometimes means the ability to recall the information in your memory. To exercise your ability to recall, make a new page with only the first letter of each sentence in the text. ____45____
A．Then try to recall the text using only those first letters.
B．Turn the words into a song to help you remember them.
C．The act of speaking and listening may improve your memory.
D．However, this isn’t necessarily the quickest way in short time.
E．Look for words that you won’t have to work hard to memorize.
F．Once you go through the text, you may know its general structure.
G．It’s time to put them together so you can memorize the whole text.
Ways to make a great first impression
You’ve heard it a million times already. But it really does take but a few seconds to make that all-important first impression（印象）. Here are some easy ways for you to impress your classmates or teachers.
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Before you shake hands with somebody, make sure that your hands are clean. The hand-shake should not be too strong or weak. Most people use their right hands, unless they have a reason to use the left. ____47____
*Be on time
When meeting someone for the first time, arriving on time is as important as breathing. You may have an excuse, but that will leave the person who hardly knows you with a bad impression. ____48____ It’s better to be hanging around the place than be stuck in traffic.
*Introduce yourself and ask for names
Make sure you properly introduce yourself. Ask for their name in a polite way. ____49____. This will increase the chances of their remembering your name in the future. Always remember to stand up when greeting someone and be sure to introduce them to anyone you’re with.
*Make good conversation
To get the most out of your discussion, try to find something common between the two of you. ____50____. A person will feel more comfortable with someone they can relate to（产生共鸣）.
A．Use body language
B．Have a proper handshake
C．Repeat the name and use it later in conversation.
D．It could be a similar taste in clothes or a common hobby
E．As a general rule, plan to arrive about 30 minutes early.
F．You’ll be in serious trouble if you leave them with a bad impression.
G．However, don’t have your left hand in your pocked because this appears impolite.
It was Jennifer Williams’s mother who got her interested in books. She read to her three children every day. “Not until we went to kindergarten,” Williams told , a local news site. “Until we went to college.” When Williams, now 54, became an elementary school teacher and tutor in Danville, she wanted her students to fall in love with reading just as she had.____51____
To Williams, the solution was simple: Give kids books. In 2017 she gave away 900 used children’s books over three days. ____52____ “I was like, ‘Anybody could do that,’”she said. “I wanted to do something bigger.”
So she set a new goal for herself: ____53____ It sounds like an unreachable number, but as Williams posted on Facebook :“Don’t complain in the seats at a sports ground if you aren’t willing to work hard out on the field.”
So she got to work, first by persuading friends to donate books or money to buy books. ____54____ As quickly as the books come in, Williams gives them to local schools - free of charge - and also supplies books to little free libraries.
In the four years she’s been doing all this, the Book Lady , has given away more than 78, 000 books - only 922, 000 more to reach her goal! ____55____ Because it’s extremely important for kids to have more books to choose from while reading.
A．And she’s not slowing down.
B．To give away one million books.
C．I was quite proud of the book I had read.
D．Most people would be satisfied with that number.
E．Become the person who gives away the most books.
F．Then, as news spread , strangers started donating books to her.
G．However , she realized that some kids had limited access to books.
Using body language will make people more likely to be influenced by you. But they will only be persuaded (说服) if they also trust you. So it’s equally important to use your body language in a way that makes people feel connected.____56____
Start with a smile
It sounds so simple, but a smile is powerful for you to connect with other people. Big smiles make people think you are warm and confident. People are always more willing to listen to your point of view if they like you.____57____
Nod your head
If you want people to say “yes” to you, get them nodding in agreement even before you ask a question. If you nod at people, they will feel the urge (强烈的欲望) to do it back. Start by nodding when they talk, as if you’re agreeing with their statements (说法) .____58____When they are already nodding, they are much more likely to start agreeing with you.
Stand up
If you are standing up while other people you are talking to are sitting, you will gain the upper hand at once.____59____It is important to stand over them, or to learn in so much that they feel uncomfortable.
Lean in
____60____If other people lean or step back, you have certainly shown that you are in control. If you want to be someone who has influence and persuasion, you need people to like you, not to be scared of you.
A．Make sure you don’t stay too close to them.
B．Remember you must take control of others.
C．The gesture of leaning in is necessary in talks.
D．Here’s how to use your body language effectively.
E．A smile is the first step in building a good relationship.
F．Standing above them makes them feel that you are more powerful.
G．Then, when you're making your own statements, watch their reactions.
Small talk. Chitchat. These are the short conversations we have at parties, while we wait in line at the store, at family events or work. ____61____ Often we have to make small talk with complete strangers.
Many people find these small conversations about random topics difficult. Some people say they hate it. ____62____They may even call it idle chitchat or idle chatter, meaning it doesn't do anything. They consider small talk not important.
____63____ These exchanges can open doors that may lead to larger, more meaningful conversations. When you first meet someone or talk to someone you don't know well, it would be awkward to begin a conversation about a really deep topic such as war, politics or the meaning of life. Small talk also gives you the chance to decide if you want to know that person better-or not. Let's say you make small talk with someone at a party. ____64____You may not want to build a friendship with them unless you really, really love cats.
Chitchat can also increase your feeling of understanding, or empathy, toward people you know but not well. Chatting with a colleague about their child may help you to understand more of their life outside the office. ______65______
A．However, small talk is important.
B．And small talk may make us happier.
C．But they only want to talk about cats.
D．Others say small talk is a waste of time.
E．This could help build healthy work relationships.
F．However, some people are not good at small talk.
G．Sometimes we make small talk with people we already know but not well.
Adele’s new album, “30”, is finally available. Last month, hundreds of millions of us streamed its first single, “Easy On Me.” This song arouses feelings not easily put into words, but we can probably agree it is a sad song. ___66___ Yet sad music does pull us in and lift us up.
Let’s start with a biological theory. When we experience real-life loss, or empathize (体会) with another’s pain, certain hormones are released within us. ___67___ They do so by making us feel calmed and supported. Feeling Adele’s pain, or recalling our own, may cause such chemical changes within us.
Psychologically, a key reason we enjoy sad songs is that they profoundly move us. Feeling moved can come from us suddenly feeling closer to other people. Indeed, when we have listened to “30”, we may turn to reaction videos to see how others feel. ___68___And it boosts our feeling of being moved and triggers feelings of comfort and belonging.
___69___ Adele’s songs allow us to view the pleasure in terms of the meaning she helps us make. Adele takes hard life experiences and makes sense of them. This is what much sad art does. It takes the pain and suffering of the world and gives it meaning. As philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche once put it, someone who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
Ultimately, we listen to Adele’s songs when we want to recall, reflect, or belong. They let us feel her sadness, share our suffering, and connect with others. To all of us, Adele’s songs say: ___70___
A．You are not alone in your pain.
B．Music speaks louder than words.
C．These help us to tackle loss and pain.
D．We can also think at the spiritual level.
E．Few people are aware sad music makes us feel good.
F．This lets us share an emotional experience with others.
G．This may make us better prepared for when real loss strikes.
Today too much screen time has caused a lot of problems for tens. It makes teens get fat and spend less time taking part in social activities. It’s time to limit your teen’s screen time. Here are some ways to help you keep your teen’s screen time within healthy limits.
____71____ Let your teen know it needs to be earned and can be taken away at any time. Tell your teen to do his homework and chores first. _____72_____
Be a role model. Telling your teen to turn off his electronics while you’re sitting in front of the TV isn’t likely to change anything. ____73____ Be a good role model by limiting your own screen time.
Discourage multitasking. ____74____ They try to text message while doing their homework. Discourage your teen from doing two things at once. And discuss how it can actually affect them in a bad way.
Hold family meetings to discuss screen time. ____75____ Work on problem-solving together and discuss how you can all work together to ensure that the family isn’t getting too much screen time.
A．Make screen time a reward.
B．Turn off the TV during mealtimes.
C．Teens will learn more from what you do than what you say.
D．Most tens think they can do several things at the same time.
E．Then allow him to watch TV only after he’s completed his responsibilities.
F．Help your teen make good choices with video games, TVs, and computers.
G．Allow your teen to give opinions about the rules or about what would be helpful.
If something that you’re doing doesn’t challenge you, then it doesn’t change you. We all need some normal stress in our lives, after all. ____76____ So challenge the following limits:
1. Figure out what you’re scared of and do it continuously.
If you’re a salesman, and you’re scared of talking to people personally or over the phone now, instead of being scared and thinking you’ll fail, spend at least five minutes a day to pick up the phone and make a call. ____77____ But don’t stop on the first try! Eventually, you can look at fear in the eye and say, “Go on. I’m not scared!”
2. Take a class for a hobby you’ve been wanting to develop.
Make sure this hobby is not linked to your career; you have to relax and relieve your stress while performing this. ____78____ Apart from helping you challenge yourself, taking a class for your hobby may also give you extra income.
3. Set aside at least nine minutes a day for physical exercise.
____79____ A simple 9-minute run around your neighborhood can do wonders for yourself. Exercise can not only help you keep your regular weight, but also make you feel better about yourself.
4. Travel and allow yourself to be interested in new people.
Don’t just limit yourself to your fellow travelers—try to connect with the service staff. You never know what kind of people they’re going to be. Get out of your house or go online right now to book your class. ____80____
A．Someone may hang up on you.
B．You should do it continuously.
C．You don’t need to go to the gym.
D．Running in the gym may be a better choice.
E．Start to travel now and learn to challenge yourself.
F．Take a class for a hobby you’ve been wanting to develop.
G．You can never see any improvement if you stick to your comfort zone.
People say water can improve health and memory. But now some experts say that to think drinking water equals health is taking things too far and that hydration(水合作用）is about the balance between electrolytes(电解质)like sodium and the water in your body.
Then. how much water do you need to drink Many say you should drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. Not so, some experts say. ___81___ A 200-pound person who hikes 10 miles in the heat needs more water than a 120-pound office manager in a temperature-controlled building.
___82___ Someone with a heart condition or kidney stones has one level of need. A person taking diuretic drugs(利尿药）may need a different amount of water.You may need to change the amount you are drinking if you lave been ill with vomiting or diarrhea.
Water is a better choice than sugary sodas or fruit juices.___83___One popular idea is that caffeine or alcohol will make your body lose much water. But one study showed the effect is not significant.You also get water from what you eat. Fruits, vegetables, and soups all add to the intake of water. Your body will tell you if you are hydrated enough. You don't have to think about it or add up the ounces you drink.___84___
Electrolytes are essential minerals. ___85___ Some sports drinks ads say you need to add electrolytes to stay healthy. But some experts say that your body produces electrolytes. You may need more water if you exercise a lot during the heat of the day. Otherwise, most people get enough electrolytes from food.
A．Just drink then you are thirsty.
B．They are vital to many functions in the body
C．It gives you more energy and makes you look good.
D．Instead, your body and the activities you attend matter.
E．It is also necessary to set a timetable about when to drink water.
F．The amount of water you need in a day also depends on your health.
G．But when it comes to hydration, any drink can add water to your system.
No matter what profession or occupation you hold you will need to work with others to meet your goals. Group work is a great way to showcase your own skills while getting help from your teammates in areas where you might not be as strong. _____86_____
Clarify the team expectations so everyone is on the same page. _____87_____ It’s likely that each teammate has a different idea about what’s expected of them, as well as what everyone else needs to be doing. It’s essential that the team discuss these expectations and agree on one universal list of expectations that everyone will follow.
_____88_____ No one likes a teammate who barely contributes to the project. Take on an equal part of the work, and speak up if you realize you aren’t doing your fair share. Not only will your group mates appreciate your work ethic, it will show your supervisor or instructor that you’re a good team player.
Direct your concern toward the problem, not your teammates. Don’t accuse or blame anyone on your team for causing the conflict, even if you believe they did. _____89_____ Have your team work through conflict, using it to their benefit.
Focus on the success of the group, not your personal success. When you’re on a team, everyone’s success depends on each member working toward a common goal. _____90_____ Keep your focus on your team’s success, and your own success will follow.
A．Make sure you do an equal share of the work.
B．Volunteer to take on extra work when necessary.
C．Treat the team’s accomplishments as a group success.
D．Our guide will show you how to boost your teamwork skills.
E．State the issue you’re having, then listen to what everyone has to say.
F．Instead, keep all of your comments focused on the issue and how your team can solve it.
G．This can include explaining the expectations or asking questions if you find them unclear.
When Ken was in high school, he did well and had a strong sense of accomplishment. However, when he was in college, his grades were not so outstanding among academically gifted students much like himself, if not better. Often he feels depressed and is withdrawing from people and activities. ____91____
The literature generally has found that many of us tend to let our self-worth be contingent upon external events　(such as academics and physical attractiveness). ____92____ As a result, our feelings about ourselves can end up being in the hands of others.
Obviously, we all want to experience things that make us feel good. But when we have contingent self-worth, we might engage in activities that make us feel worthy while avoiding activities that make us feel unworthy. ____93____ Instead of working hard to meet our goals, we’ll try to avoid failure. And if we do fail one day, we might abandon our goals, lose motivation, or make excuses to help ourselves feel better.
____94____ If our self-worth is contingent upon being successful at work, we might only choose jobs that are easy. That way we never fail and ensure that we always know that we are worthy. Or, maybe we only think we’re worthy if we weigh less than 130 pounds. We might undereat or engage in unhealthy eating practices just to make sure that we feel good.
Self-worth is an important psychological construct that affects not only how we think about ourselves but it also has an impact on our psychological health and functioning. So, give up the idea of seeking approval from others. ____95____ Doing so reminds us to be fully aware of who we are.
A．That may pose potential dangers.
B．Unfortunately, he is no exception.
C．When our self-worth depends on those, it’s unstable.
D．Let’s cite some examples to further demonstrate that.
E．Let’s dive into the cause to learn more about self-worth.
F．Actually, he’s always been labeled as “other people’s child”.
G．Instead, learn to base your self-worth on internal contingencies like virtues and faiths.
How to Have an Attractive Personality
Being attractive comes more from your personality than your appearance, and demonstrating an attractive personality is key to having lasting relationships. ______96______The following tips help foster your ability to fascinate others.
Laugh at yourself. If you make a fool of yourself, laugh at yourself instead of feeling embarrassed. It shows that you’re comfortable in your skin. A sense of humor makes someone more engaging and delightful to be with. ______97______ It is a great ice-breaker or stress reliever, but don’t ruin a serious conversation with inappropriate jokes.
Speak sincerely. Tell people the truth. If you can’t commit to something, it’s better to be honest about it than to have to tell them last minute that you can’t make it. When people ask for your opinion, you should be honest. ______98______ For instance, if you don’t like your friend’s shirt, respond with, “I really like you in blue instead,” rather than, “I hate it, it’s ugly.”
______99______ If you see value in making others laugh and keep yourself positive, you’ll be a happier person, making others drawn to you as a result. A great way to remind you to laugh more is to have daily jokes on your phone or email. Set them for a time of day when you notice yourself start to feel drained.
Have confidence in your body. You don’t have to have the “perfect body” to be confident in it. People will be more attracted to you if you dress well and carry yourself well. If you need a little boost, place posters around your mirror that remind you of the charming parts of your body. _______100_______
A．Speak in a positive way.
B．Make laughing a priority.
C．Remember, there is a time and place for humor.
D．There is difference between being frank and rude, though.
E．Focus on these rather than what you’re self-conscious about.
F．Actually, developing engaging personalities is not that far out of reach.
G．But having charming appearance is only skin-deep and far from enough.
5G mobile technology has officially begun rolling out across the globe, which indicates a dynamic acceleration (加速) in our world of connectivity. It promotes operational cooperation tourism hasn't experienced before. ___101___ This is perceived from both the way the industry operates and the side of the traveler.
___102___ It's expected to offer organizations a wireless network that transforms the way people and machines use data. Unlike previous network generations, 5G is now being seen as not just a consumer platform, but a primary communications platform that can also provide cloud connectivity and edge processing that can offer real-time business insights and automated responses, and eventually integrate the billions of internet of things devices and data that are available.
As travel companies have transformed their operations with new digital systems, their focus has moved from the technology itself to the improved business outcomes and enhanced guest and passenger experiences driven by the technology. ___103___ With advanced connectivity speeds and low latency (延时), guests can share their personal data to receive custom recommendations from travel companies in real time that should provide meaningful experiences. ___104___ For example, guests can involve themselves in viewing rooms and hotel facilities, or preview local attractions as they plan their trips.
To prepare to roll out this new technology, travel companies should ensure they have a thorough understanding of their guests’ expectations on what makes a first-rank travel experience. ___105___
A．It also transforms the travel experience.
B．5G's capabilities can support that change.
C．5G offers significant security guarantee definitely.
D．However, people haven't got well prepared for the 5G era.
E．Virtual experiences give guests an early taste of the destination.
F．5G opens up a new way of accessing information and delivering business value.
G．Then they should find ways to adapt their processes and services to meet them.
Art is all around us. It can be found everywhere, including fancy galleries, people’s living rooms, and on the sides of buildings. So, why is art important
It promotes expression and creativity. As humans, we’re naturally drawn to art as a form of expression and communication. ____106____ It’s a way for them to express themselves before they’re able to speak. In fact, participation in the arts may even assist kids with language, motor skills, and visual learning development.
____107____. When someone applies for a job, there are certain skills they need to have like data analysis or bookkeeping. However, many employers also understand the very important need for the skills which are hard to measure and often difficult to define. Some examples include a person’s ability to adapt to change, think creatively, or collaborate with team members.
It provides historical context. ___108___. This is why people dedicate their lives to studying cave art, Shakespearean plays, and so much more. When we take the time to dive into art created in the past, we can learn about other generations and eras. We can study art to find out what those before us were facing and how they overcame it. ___109___.
In therapy (疗法) settings, art also provides an opportunity for digging deeper and expressing emotions that are difficult to discuss. ___110___. In one important study, children between 6 and 12 were asked to draw a house as a distraction after thinking about something upsetting. This group was able to improve their mood when compared with children who were instructed to draw the negative event or simply copy another drawing.
A．These are its major benefits.
B．Children love to draw, sing, and dance.
C．Art and human history go hand-in-hand
D．How does it have an impact on our life
E．It helps all of us develop necessary soft skills.
F．It can help people handle both their past and present problems.
G．Similarly, future generations will learn about our current events by the art we leave behind.
The vast majority of parents expect their children to grow up to be healthy, happy, and productive members of society. ____111____ If we don’t give parenting everything we’ve got, our kids will wind up unemployed, living in our basements, and there will be no one to blame but ourselves. That’s what I like to call the “perfect parent myth”.
The standards of perfection for parents these days are extremely high. Perfect parenting expectations begin with a drug free natural birth. Once our young are born we must breastfeed each baby for years. If we can’t breasted, we must at least feed on demand. ____112____ Let’s also not forget to organize our children’s days so they are engaged in educational pursuits in case they fall behind the curve (弯道). We must be involved in every aspect of our children’s schools. There is no free time for the perfect parent. ____113____
These standards are unreasonable. They’re also crazy. Parents can’t be perfect. Why Because we’re human and so are our children. ____114____They are predictable and when they are unruly we can shut them down. Parenting is nothing like that.
____115____But, by the parent being less than perfect, the child will need to adapt and develop skills to overcome little disappointments. There is flexibility and room for real-life mistakes and limitations to our parenting abilities.
A．We must make our own baby food.
B．They are pushing themselves too far.
C．Robots would be much easier to parent.
D．There is only unlimited devotion to our children.
E．A good enough parent meets the needs of their children.
F．Parents have no enough time to live up to these high standards.
G．To meet those goals, parents are told that they must spare no effort.
“Can you say mama Or dada ” If you’ve spent any time around a baby, chances are you’ve heard or said things like these. ____116____ For instance, baby talk, “parentese” (父母语), or, according to development specialists, child-directed speech. Although this kind of small talk might seem meaningless, the conversations are important.
Baby talk is an important piece of speech and language development. Studies show that when babies are exposed to such talk every day throughout their first year of life, they develop stronger vocabularies than other kids. And the little ones are eager for it. ____117____ So when parents apply it, they help their babies learn more words and promote social interaction.
Child-directed speech wasn’t always valued. Before the middle of the 20th century, researchers largely ignored it as a subject of study. Until the early 1990s, many developmental psychologists and linguists believed that without any help, we would learn how to speak and form complete sentences by ourselves. ____118____
But over the past few decades, numerous studies have found that throughout their first year of life, when babies are regularly exposed to such talk in addition to normal speech, they process, learn, and remember words presented to them in singsong tones (语调) better. One reason may have to do with how babies interact with the world. ____119____ However, but their ears perk up (竖起来) when a caregiver makes that singsong tone.
____120____ In a 2020 study, researchers found that bat parents also used a different tone to communicate with their babies. Baby talk has also been observed in a few other species like squirrel monkeys.
A．Baby talk tends to be spoken at a slower rate.
B．Humans aren’t the only ones that use baby talk.
C．They tend to ignore adult conversations and other background noises.
D．Luckily, parents can be taught methods to improve their parentese skills.
E．Some doctors even advised parents to avoid using baby talk, thinking it too silly.
F．The distinct tone of parentese catches their attention, allowing them to benefit from it.
G．The singsong tone we switch to when interacting with young children can have many names.
Thinking about the past week, did any of you forget where you put your phone Did you have a word stuck on the tip of your tongue You couldn’t remember the name of the movie a friend recommended What is going on here Is your memory failing
It’s not. ____121____Despite memory’s extraordinary, necessary and common presence in our lives, it is far from perfect. Our brains are not designed to remember people’s names, to remember to do something later or to catalogue everything we experience. ____122____ Even in the smartest heads, memory is likely to be wrong. So what determines what we remember and what we forget
____123____Your memory is not a video camera recording a constant stream of every sight and sound you're exposed to. You can only remember what you are concerned about. Accordingly, one major reason for forgetting what someone said or where you parked your car is lack of attention.
The other has something to do with stimulus(刺激物). For example, the tip of the tongue is one of the most common experiences of memory failure. ____124____Why does this happen The tip of the tongue can occur when there’s only partial or weak activation(激活)of the nerve cells that connect to the word you’re looking for.
So when you walk into a room and suddenly don’t know why you’re there, you’re not going crazy or getting Alzheimer’s disease, and your memory isn’t terrible. Go back to the room you were in before you landed in this one and imagine the clues that were there. ____125____
A．One necessary factor is attention.
B．It’s doing exactly what it's supposed to do.
C．These imperfections are simply the factory settings.
D．Our brains tend to remember what is meaningful and forget what isn’t.
E．You’re trying to come up with a word, but you cannot find it in your memory.
F．It will instantly deliver what you were completely confused about a moment ago.
G．Memory is amazing and is essential for the functioning of almost everything we do.
Robots have been taking our jobs since the 1960s. However, humans haven’t become completely redundant (多余的) because these robots may be very efficient but they’re also kind of stupid. They do not think. They just act in very accurate but very limited ways. ___126___. They do the jobs the machines can’t do and fix them when they get stuck.
___127___. This change will be so significant that it will create a new industrial revolution.
The era (时代) of “Industry 4.0” is being driven by the same technological advances that enable the abilities of the smartphones in our pockets. It is a mix of low-cost and high-power computers, high-speed communication and artificial intelligence. This will produce smart robots with better sensing and communication abilities. ___128___.
___129___. Today’s industrial artificial intelligence operates at a narrow level, which gives the appearance of human intelligence exhibited by machines, but designed by humans.
___130___. Similar to big data analysis, it processes large quantities of data in real time to make decisions about what is the best action to take. The difference is that the machine learns from the data so it can improve its decision-making. A perfect example of deep learning was presented by Google’s Alpha-Go software, which taught itself to beat the world’s greatest Go (围棋) players.
A．Humans are still needed to work around robots
B．But there is still some way to go
C．While these machines are getting smarter, they are still not as smart as us
D．What’s coming next is known as “deep learning”
E．It comes down to the question of what a robot really is
F．But this is all set to change, thanks to a new wave of smarter machines that can adapt to multiple tasks
G．They can adapt to different tasks, and even organize their work to meet demands without the input of humans
Playing sports is a lot of fun. But getting hurt is unavoidable. ____131____
Wear protective equipment.
The equipment you wear depends on the sport you play. Helmets(头盔)are the most common protective equipment. They protect your head while you’re playing football, baseball and softball, biking and so on.
Warm up.
____132____ Doing some stretching exercises can get you prepared to play sports. By warming up, you get yourself ready to play. Warming up your muscles and practicing a sport help keep you safe, too.
Know the rules of the games.
Traffic lights help prevent crashes between the cars that drive on the roads together. This works because drivers know the rules and follow them--at least most of the time.____133____ When players know the rules of the games, fewer injuries will happen. For example，you know that in football you can’t come from behind, crash into a player's legs and steal the ball. It's legal-and safer-to go after the ball rather than the player.
____134____
Some rules have nothing to do with scoring points, They are just about protecting other people. For example, a diver would make sure that the pool is clear before diving in. Otherwise, he or she might land on someone else.
____135____
This is a really important one. If you love sports, you may get right back to the game even you’re injured. But playing when you’re hurt is a bad idea. It can lead to an even worse injury.
A．Watch out for others.
B．Don’t do too much exercise.
C．It’s the same way with sports.
D．Don't play when you’re injured.
E．It’s not a good idea to just go to the field and start playing.
F．You and the other players know what to expect from each other.
G．Take these steps to prevent injuries so that you can stay in the game.
Oscar Wilde once said, “Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.” Art provides a way to communicate experiences when people lack verbal skills. _____136_____Art therapy is founded on the assumption that everyone is creative and capable of self-expression.
___137___ As a restorative practice, it allows people to express themselves in non-verbal ways, such as drawing and painting. Even a 45-minute creative activity can change a person's mental state. Working with an art therapist does even more: _____138_____
Young children typically draw and sing and dance without worrying about their abilities. Adults, however, often have complex feelings about art and art making. They begin to evaluate the quality of their art instead of focusing on self-expression itself. ____139____ However, art therapists can guide people in expressing themselves without concerning whether their artwork is technically brilliant, so that they can connect or reconnect with the artworks that help them deal with life challenges.
What are art therapists’ superpower They can channel dangerous thoughts into imaginative artworks. For instance, people with violent tendencies might let out their anger by hitting another human being. ____140____ These artistic choices satisfy the brain's desire for novelty without compromising personal safety.
A．Art therapy is a double-edged sword.
B．Thus, the many benefits of creative self-expression are lost.
C．They develop art as an expressive skill for solving problems.
D．But, obviously, releasing their anger in this way isn't a good choice.
E．Art therapy, in its own ways, can influence a range of human functioning.
F．It can significantly enhance positive moods and boost measures of well-being.
G．However, with art therapists’ help, their energy could be changed into creative products.
For a long time, sports have been viewed as a way to stay healthy and in shape, but their importance goes much further.
From a social standpoint, sports are a powerful tool that brings people together and creates a sense of community. _____141_____ As an international student, playing pick-up basketball at the gym was the fastest and easiest way to make friends.
As a student, I had very challenging classes and occasionally had to deal with bad homework or midterm grades. I learned that I am not always going to get the results that I want, but no matter what, I have to persevere and not give up. _____142_____
In addition to that, exercising is a great way to get out of the stressful college life that is all about homework, presentations, and group projects. _____143_____ I personally think that I would go crazy without going to the gym at least three times a week.
The reason most students do not play sports is because they feel lazy about it and don't have the energy for it. _____144_____ As a matter of fact, exercise pumps more oxygen through your blood and makes your entire system more active.
_____145_____ Besides just being fun, sports can help you perform better in school, relax more and worry less, deal with setbacks, work better with others and increase your energy.
A．To sum up, playing college sports has some serious benefits.
B．In short, playing sports can help students become more energetic.
C．They helped me get on very well with my teachers and classmates.
D．In fact, playing sports helps students relax and reduce their anxiety.
E．Sports gave me a positive attitude where I see falling as a way to learn.
F．They develop connections that bond together people from all walks of life.
G．However, the belief that the intense exercise will leave you exhausted is wrong.
How to Show emotion
If anyone has ever told you to “open up more” or “show some emotion” you may wonder what they really meant. It’s easy for us to get caught up in our own little worlds and hide what we’re feeling from other people. ___146___. But if you can open up more to others, you’ll see how rewarding it is to connect on a deeper level.
___147___. Relax and think through your feelings as they come to you. Whenever you feel something, take a second to sit with what you’re feeling. Think about how you feel and let the emotion wash over you naturally.
Name your emotions as they come to you. Giving your feeling a name makes it easier to understand. Once you’re comfortable with a feeling. Give the emotion a name. Are you anxious about something If you don’t feel anything particularly moving, are you bored or content This process will make you more self-aware. ___148___ .
Maintain a journal for your feelings. One way to help you to open up emotionally to others is to keep a daily journal. ___149___ . Every day, write down a paragraph or two about your day and how it makes you feel. This will help you track your feeling over time and put you more in tune with yourself.
Engage in fun activities to share experiences with others. Do things you enjoy with people you love to share positive emotions. Dedicate one night a week to go out and grab dinner with your family. ___150___, or go on a 20-minute walk every day. Being emotionally available and sharing how you feel is a lot easier when you have fun with the people you care about.
A．Push yourself to share every day
B．Take a minute to process emotions
C．Take a cooking class with your partner
D．Open up and get used to sharing how you feel
E．It will also help you express what you’re feeling
F．Treat it as a special space for you to open up and be honest
G．Sometimes, we don’t even realize we’re being guarded or hiding our feelings
参考答案：
1．F 2．B 3．G 4．A 5．D
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要说明了艺术创作对健康有好处，以及一些开始你的创造性艺术习惯的建议。
1．根据上文“Whether it’s painting, or sculpting tiny cupcakes out of clay, making art is good for your mind and body.(无论是画画，还是用黏土做小纸杯蛋糕，艺术对你的身心都有好处)”可知，本句承接上文具体说明艺术创作对身心有哪些好处。故F选项“创造的行为可以减轻压力，改善你的心情”符合语境，故选F。
2．根据后文““We tend to think that only people who are very skilled at art can call themselves artists, but everyone is capable of creative expression,” says Kaimal, a leading researcher in art therapy. Her research has shown that there are no differences in health outcomes between experienced artists and green hands.(“我们倾向于认为，只有非常擅长艺术的人才能称自己为艺术家，但每个人都有创造性表达的能力，”艺术治疗领域的领先研究人员凯马尔说。她的研究表明，经验丰富的艺术家和新手之间的健康结果没有差异)”可知，后文提到研究表明，经验丰富的艺术家和新手之间的健康结果没有差异，可见是不是真正的艺术家并不影响创作，故B选项“随它去吧，你不是一个艺术家也没关系”符合语境，故选B。
3．根据上文“Her research has shown that there are no differences in health outcomes between experienced artists and green hands.(她的研究表明，经验丰富的艺术家和新手之间的健康结果没有差异)”可知，上文提到经验丰富的艺术家和新手之间的健康结果没有差异，本句与本段最后一句，与上文构成因果关系，指出不管艺术水平如何，都能感受艺术创作的好处。故G选项“所以不管你的技术水平如何，你会感受到艺术创作带来的所有好处”符合语境，故选G。
4．根据上文“Start with what you enjoy — maybe something you’ve done before, maybe something you loved as a kid. Keep an open mind. Anything that engages your creative mind, such as finger painting, baking, knitting, etc, is good for you. And don’t feel like you have to stick to one thing.(从你喜欢的事情开始——也许是你以前做过的事情，也许是你小时候喜欢的事情。保持开放的心态。任何能激发你创造力的事情，比如手指画、烘焙、编织等等，都对你有好处。不要觉得你必须坚持一件事)”可知，上文提到从喜欢的事情开始，且不要觉得必须坚持一件事，本句为本段最后一句，故建议专注于艺术创作就可以了。故A选项“专注于创作”符合语境，故选A。
5．根据后文“Kaimal suggests setting up a corner table for your art supplies. Your creative corner is “kind of like a reminder,” she says. “It shows your commitment to invest in yourself and your well-being.”(凯马尔建议在角落里放一张桌子，放你的艺术用品。你的创意角落“有点像一个提醒，”她说。“它表明了你对投资自己和自己的幸福的承诺。”)”可知，后文提到了创意角落，即在家里留出欣赏艺术的空间。故D选项“除了时间，在家里也留点物理空间来欣赏艺术吧”符合语境，故选D。
6．F 7．B 8．A 9．E 10．D
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了如何保持年轻，并促进身体健康的方法。
6．根据前文“ A scientist named Dr David proved last year that reversing the age of a cell is possible. （一位名叫大卫博士的科学家去年证明，逆转细胞年龄是可能的。）”可知，科学家发现逆转细胞年龄是可能的，F项中的this technology指代前面的逆转细胞年龄这项技术上；根据空后“It will allow us to live healthy lives for an extended period of time.（它将使我们能够长期健康地生活。）”可知，如果这项技术在将来运用到人类身上可以让人更健康地生活。F项“在未来几十年内，这项技术应该可以应用于人类。”符合语境。故选F。
7．根据空前“It holds a lot of moisture and is used to relieve dry eye as well as improve the skin, remove wrinkles, make joints healthy. （它含有大量水分，用于缓解干眼症，改善皮肤，消除皱纹，使关节健康。）”可知，前面列举了玻尿酸的好处，所以B项“它甚至显示出对抗癌症的希望。”符合语境，提出了玻尿酸的一个可能的好处。故选B。
8．根据前文“It seems that resistance exercise is the best for health and longevity. But remember, you don't have to lift heavy weights if you don't want to. （阻力抗运动对健康和长寿是最好的。但请记住，如果你不想，你不必举重。）”可知，阻力运动对健康和长寿是最好的，但如果不想要做举重这样的运动也可以。A项“有时一罐豆子就足够了！”指一罐豆子的重量也可以起到锻炼的作用。故选A。
9．根据前文“Sleep is an essential time for our bodily repair.（睡眠是我们身体修复的必要时间。）”可知，睡眠对身体的健康也很重要，E项中的it指代前文的sleeping；根据后文“Watching TV late at night, sleeping in a room where there is too much light, and not having a night time routine can all affect sleep.（深夜看电视，睡在光线太强的房间，没有规律的夜间活动都会影响睡眠。）”可知，充足的睡眠对健康有好处，而深夜看电视，睡在光线太强的房间，没有规律的夜间活动会影响睡眠，对身体不好。E项“当它受到干扰时，尤其是长时间的干扰，我们的身体会受到影响。”承上启下，符合语境。故选E。
10．根据前文“Improve your memory. （提高记忆力。）”可知，本段主要讲述如何提高记忆力，D项“保护你的大脑显然非常重要。”是如何提高记忆力的方法，符合语境。故选D。
11．E 12．A 13．G 14．C 15．D
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章就如何使你的大学申请信在众多申请信中脱颖而出提出了一些建议。
11．第一句“Colleges and universities in the US receive thousands of applications every year from within the US and from countries all around the world(美国的学院和大学每年都会收到来自美国国内和世界各国的数千份申请)”可知，美国的学院和大学每年都会收到来自美国国内和世界各国的数千份申请。结合标题“Make Your Application Stand Out”可知，该文介绍了一些使你的申请在众多申请中脱颖而出的建议。因此，该空承上启下，要提出“使你的申请脱颖而出”这个话题。结合选项，E选项“But how can you make yours stand out from the pile (但是如何才能让你的申请信从一堆申请信中脱颖而出呢？)”符合语境。且该选项中的the pile和上文提到的数千份申请信呼应。故选E。
12．由该段标题“Realize that “recommended” equals “required”(意识到“推荐”等于“必需”)”可知，此处建议读者，要意识到“推荐”等于“必需”。破折号后的句子“the reality is that anything that the university presents as “optional” or “recommended” is usually seen as “required” in the minds of admission officers”提到：现实情况是，大学提出的任何“可选”或“推荐”的东西，在招生人员的心目中通常都被视为“必需”的东西。破折后的内容和前面形成转折关系。再结合的标题可知，该空应该提到很多人没有认识到“可选”或“推荐”的东西是“必需”的东西，他们仅仅把这些东西当作是“可选的”。结合选项，A选项“One might think of many parts of the application as optional.(人们可能把申请信中的很多部分看作是可选的)”符合语境。与空后“In fact, certain parts may even be presented that way in university application materials(实际上，在大学申请材料中，某些部分甚至是以那种方式被呈现出来)”中的that way呼应。故选A。
13．空前“in many cases, universities will accept all kinds of materials”提到，在很多情况下，大学接受各种各样的材料。那么，该空要提到和“材料”有关的话题。只有G选项“Extra materials won’t suddenly make you competitive.(额外的材料不会突然让你有竞争力)”提到material。且与空后but后面的“当你在边缘的时候，它可能会起作用”构成转折关系。故选G。
14．该空是个小标题。由该段内容“During school breaks, make sure that you are doing something that shows your academic curiosity, your initiative, and your willingness to work hard. Bonus points if your activity produces something that could be easily understood by admission offices, and if, this activity is something you’ve been doing for two or more years(在休息期间，确保你做一些能显示你的学术好奇心、你的主动性和你努力学习的意愿的事情。 如果你做的事情能够让招生办很容易理解，并且你已经做了两年或两年以上，那就加分了。)”可知，该段建议在休息期间，做一些能让你加分的事情。因此，C选项“Use your extra time wisely.(明智地利用你额外的时间)”符合语境。故选C。
15．由该段标题“Be eager and focus on quality communication(渴望并专注于高质量的沟通。)”可知，本段主要围绕“沟通”展开。由下文“Answer emails without delay; send thank-you letters; and ask good and thoughtful questions(立即回复电子邮件；发送感谢信；提出好的和深思熟虑的问题)”可知，下文介绍了具体的沟通方式。由此可知，空处应该是引起下文，D选项“Communicating well will generally be to your benefit.(良好的沟通通常会给你带来好处)”符合语境，故选D。
16．A 17．F 18．C 19．B 20．D
【导语】本文为一篇说明文，文章主要介绍了旅行时的几种必要的打包行李的技巧。
16．根据空前“Regular use or your personal handy items need to be taken instantly or separated from the luggage whenever required.（经常使用的东西或者方便的东西需要立马就能拿出来或者需要与行李分开装。）”以及空后“And then start packing them after clothes and valuables. Include some useful items such as ear drops, eye masks, medicines, a small towel, and scissors (less than 6 inches).（然后在衣服和贵重物品收拾完后开始将它们打包。包括一些常用的东西，比如说滴耳剂，眼罩，药，小毛巾和剪刀。（小于6英寸））”可知，空前提到需要将经常使用的东西与行李分开放，以便容易取出来，且空后提出然后开始打包它们，并且列举了几个常用的东西，故A项“因此，首先要列出一张清单”承上启下，承接前文，要将常用的东西列一张清单，把它们与行李分开放；引出下文，列一张清单，具体说明有哪些东西。故选A项。
17．根据空前“Being airtight and waterproof, these bags provide great room for storage. They can fit in stuff three to four times greater than conventional bags.（这些袋子密封且防水，还提供了巨大的储存空间。他们可以装的东西是传统袋子的3到4倍。）”可知，F项“对于飞机旅行，极力推荐这种袋子。”是前文的顺意承接，这些袋子存储量大，且密封防水，故极力推荐，故选F项。
18．根据空前“Often those travelling with kids tend to believe that they might require a whole range of products for their kids.（通常那些带孩子出去旅行的人往往认为，他们可能需要为孩子准备各种各样的东西。）”以及空后“Try to carry only the essential items and leave the rest that can be bought outside.（只带一些有必要的东西，留下那些在外面能买到的东西。）”可知，空前与空后转折关系，故C