整合集训（4）2024年高中英语高三每日精选精练40分钟
（高频词30+阅读理解1+七选五1+完形填空1+语法填空+精选作文1）
英语（解析版）
高频词30
cultivate 培养
prosperously 繁荣的
suspect 怀疑
relatively 相对的，比较的
acknowledge 承认，鸣谢
ambition 抱负，野心
quality 质量，品质
protection 保护
remove 移开
force 强迫
apologize 道歉
terrible 可怕的，糟糕的
stubborn 固执的
image 形象
complexity 复杂
cautious 小心的
manage 管理，成功做成
prejudice 偏见
occasion 场合
situation 情况，处境
take over 接管
exchange 交换
command 命令
confirm 证实
economic 经济的，合算的
academic 学术的
beneficial 有益的
varied 多变的，各种各样的
demanding 要求高的
equally 平等地
阅读理解1
（23·24上·成都·期中）Should we allow modern buildings to be built next to older buildings in a historic area of a city In order to answer this question, we must first examine whether people really want to preserve the historic feel of an area. Not all historical buildings are attractive. However, there may be other reasons — for example, economic reasons — why they should be preserved. So, let us assume that historical buildings are both attractive and important to the majority of people. What should we do then if a new building is needed
In my view, new architectural styles can exist perfectly well alongside an older style. Indeed, there are many examples in my own hometown of Tours where modern designs have been placed very successfully next to old buildings. As long as the building in question is pleasing and does not dominate (影响) its surroundings too much, it often improves the attractiveness of the area.
It is true that there are examples of new buildings which have destroyed the area they are in, but the same can be said of some old buildings too. Yet people still speak against new buildings in historic areas. I think this is simply because people are naturally conservative (保守的) and do not like change.
Although we have to respect people’s feelings as fellow users of the buildings, I believe that it is the duty of the architect and planner to move things forward. If we always reproduced what was there before, we would all still be living in caves. Thus, I would argue against copying previous architectural styles and choose something fresh and different, even though that might be the more risky choice.
1．What does the author say about historical buildings in the first paragraph
A．Some of them are not attractive.
B．Most of them are too expensive to preserve.
C．They are more pleasing than modern buildings.
D．They have nothing to do with the historic feel of an area.
2．Which of the following is true according to the author
A．We should reproduce the same old buildings.
B．Buildings should not dominate their surroundings.
C．Some old buildings have destroyed the area they are in.
D．No one understands why people speak against new buildings.
3．By “move things forward” in the last paragraph, the author probably means “”.
A．destroy old buildings B．put things in a different place
C．choose new architectural styles D．respect people’s feelings for historical buildings
4．What is the main purpose of the passage
A．To explain why people dislike change.
B．To warn that we could end up living in caves.
C．To admit how new buildings have ruined their surroundings.
D．To argue that modern buildings can be built in historic areas.
【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C 4．D
【导语】本文为议论文。文章讨论了是否现代的建筑应该和古老的历史建筑在一起，在作者看来历史建筑应该保存，但是我们的建筑风格也应该改变，不能因为历史建筑破坏我们的生活。
1．细节理解题。根据第一段的“Not all historical buildings are attractive(并不是所有的历史建筑都有吸引力)”可知，作者认为一些历史建筑不够有吸引力，故选A。
2．细节理解题。根据第三段的“It is true that there are examples of new buildings which have spoilt（破坏）the area they are in, but the same can be said of some old buildings too(的确，一些新建筑破坏了它们所在的区域，但一些老建筑也同样如此)”可知，作者认为一些旧建筑毁坏了他们所在的地区。故选C。
3．词句猜测题。根据第三段最后一句“I think this is simply because people are naturally conservative and do not like change(我认为这很简单，因为人们天生保守，不喜欢改变)”可知，作者认为人们天生保守，不喜欢改变，根据第四段第二句“If we always reproduced what was there before, we would all still be living in caves(如果我们总是重现以前的样子，我们都还会住在洞穴里)”可知，如果建筑师不改变建筑风格，我们现在还住在山洞里面。由此可知，虽然我们必须尊重人们作为建筑使用者的感受，但建筑师和规划师要选择新的建筑风格，以推进事物的向前发展。由此猜测划线部分意为“选择新的建筑风格”。故选C。
4．推理判断题。文章第一段“Should we allow modem buildings to be built next to older buildings in a historic area of a city(我们是否应该让现代建筑建在城市历史地段的老建筑旁边) ”作者提出问题，下文就此展开论证；最后一段“Thus, I would argue against copying previous architectural styles and choose something fresh and different, though that might be the more risky choice(因此，我反对复制以前的架构风格，而选择一些新颖和不同的风格，尽管这可能是更危险的选择)” 作者得出结论，认为现代建筑可以建在历史区域。由此推测，这篇文章的目的是指出现代建筑可以建在历史地区。故选D。
七选五1
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
According to a study done by University of Michigan researchers, shopping to relieve stress was up to 40 times more effective at giving people a sense of control. __1___ In fact, shopping to reduce stress can actually help you live a healthier life by making sure that your blood pressure is lowered. Shopping to relieve stress is also called retail therapy as a form of regulating stress.
However, the side effect of retail therapy is unavoidable. __2__ But in time, it possibly grows into a trend that runs out of finances and causes conflicts, therefore adding a significant amount of stress to a person’s life.
__3__ Whether you’re purchasing Christmas presents or buying groceries, it’s wise to have the items you need written down before going. That will provide you with clarity and order while you’re shopping. Reward yourself for sticking to your list and you’ll be more likely to commit to it: buy a cup of coffee while shopping or plan a fun activity for when you return home.
Think about what you struggle with most financially. Do you spend too much money at the mall Eating out Vacations Make a list of where your money is going and take necessary steps to avoid temptations. For example, if you spend too much money on dining out on the weekends, stock your cupboard with groceries on Friday. __4__
Give up the need to keep up with your neighbors, co-workers, and friends. Everyone’s financial situation is different and it’s dependent upon a variety of factors, least of all being one’s self parison leads to debt. __5___ Appreciate what you currently have by practicing gratitude.
A. They max out the credit card.
B. Prepare a list prior to shopping.
C. This will encourage you to stay in and cook.
D. It can start out as a relatively harmless mood booster.
E. You even became dissatisfied with what you already have.
F. The positive mood boost that followed those purchases wasn’t long-lasting.
G. And shoppers were three times happier than those only looking through items.
【答案】1. G 2. D 3. B 4. C 5. E
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了根据密歇根大学的研究人员所做的一项研究，通过购物来缓解压力，给人一种控制感的效果要高出40倍。通过购物来缓解压力也被称为零售疗法，是调节压力的一种形式。
1.根据上文“According to a study done by University of Michigan researchers, shopping to relieve stress was up to 40 times more effective at giving people a sense of control. (根据密歇根大学研究人员所做的一项研究，通过购物来缓解压力，给人一种控制感的效果要高出40倍)”以及后文“In fact, shopping to reduce stress can actually help you live a healthier life by making sure that your blood pressure is lowered. Shopping to relieve stress is also called retail therapy as a form of regulating stress. (事实上，通过购物来减轻压力可以让你的血压降低，从而帮助你过上更健康的生活。通过购物来缓解压力也被称为零售疗法，是调节压力的一种形式)”可知，本句承接上文继续介绍研究的积极发现：购物者比只看商品的人快乐三倍。故G选项“购物者比只看商品的人快乐三倍”符合语境，故选G。
2.根据上文“However, the side effect of retail therapy is unavoidable. (但是，购物疗法的副作用是不可避免的)”以及后文“But in time, it possibly grows into a trend that runs out of finances and causes conflicts, therefore adding a significant amount of stress to a person’s life. (但随着时间的推移，它可能会发展成一种耗尽资金并引起冲突的趋势，因此给一个人的生活增加了大量的压力)”可知，本句与后文构成转折，指出购物疗法的作用：作为一种相对无害的情绪助推器。故D选项“它可以作为一种相对无害的情绪助推器”符合语境，故选D。
3.根据后文“Whether you’re purchasing Christmas presents or buying groceries, it’s wise to have the items you need written down before going. That will provide you with clarity and order while you’re shopping. Reward yourself for sticking to your list and you’ll be more likely to commit to it: buy a cup of coffee while shopping or plan a fun activity for when you return home. (无论你是买圣诞礼物还是买杂货，在去之前把你需要的东西写下来是明智的。这会让你在购物时条理清晰。奖励一下自己，你会更有可能坚持下去：购物时买杯咖啡，或者回家时计划一个有趣的活动)”可知，后文提到了去购物之前把需要的东西写下来，即准备购物清单。故B选项“购物前准备一份清单”符合语境，故选B。
4.根据上文“For example, if you spend too much money on dining out on the weekends, stock your cupboard with groceries on Friday. (例如，如果你在周末外出就餐上花了太多的钱，那就在周五的时候在你的橱柜里装满杂货)”可知，上文提到了在周五的时候在你的橱柜里装满杂货，本句为本段最后一句，故承接上文说明这么做的作用：将鼓励你呆在家里做饭。故C选项“这将鼓励你呆在家里做饭”符合语境，故选C。
5.根据上文“Give up the need to keep up with your neighbors, co-workers, and friends. Everyone’s financial situation is different and it’s dependent upon a variety of factors, least of all being one’s self parison leads to debt. (放弃与你的邻居、同事和朋友保持联系的需要。每个人的财务状况都是不同的，这取决于各种各样的因素，最不重要的是一个人的自我价值。攀比导致负债)”可知，本句与上文并列，都是在说明攀比的不良影响：负债、对你已经拥有的感到不满。故E选项“你甚至对你已经拥有的感到不满”符合语境，故选E。
完形填空1
(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I began to grow up that winter night when my parents and I were returning from my aunt's house，and my mother said that we might soon be leaving for America.We were on the bus then.I was__1__，and some people on the bus were turning around to look at me.I remember that I could not__2__the thought of never hearing again the radio program for school children to which I listened every morning.
I do not remember myself crying for this reason again.In fact，I think I cried very little when I was__3__to my friends and relatives.When we were leaving I thought about all the places I was going to see—the strange and__4__places I had known only from books and pictures.The__5__I was leaving never to come back was hardly in my head then.
The four years that followed taught me the importance of optimism，but the idea did not come to me at once.For the first two years in New York I was really__6__—having to study in three schools as a result of family moves.I did not quite know what I was or what I should be.Mother__7__，and things became even more complex for me.Some time passed__8__my stepfather and I got used to each other.I was often__9__，and saw no end to“the hard times”．
My responsibilities in the family_10__a lot since I knew English better than everyone else at home.I wrote letters，filled out forms，translated at__11__with immigration officers，took my grandparents to the doctor and translated there，and even discussed telephone bills with__12__representatives.
From my experiences I have learned one important__13__：almost all common troubles__14__go away！Something good is certain to happen in the end when you do not give up，and just wait a little！I believe that my life will__15__all right，even though it will not be that easy.
1．A.crying B．shouting C．singing D．flying
2．A.keep B．consider C．bear D．take
3．A.saying hello B．kissing goodbye C．seeing off D．saying goodbye
4．A.terrible B．magical C．difficult D．surprising
5．A.city B．town C．country D．village
6．A.lost B．occupied C．engaged D．thought
7．A.replaced B．recovered C．reorganized D．remarried
8．A.before B．after C．since D．until
9．A.happy B．calm C．sad D．nervous
10．A.decreased B．increased C．added D．rose
11．A.dialogue B．conversation C．talk D．interviews
12．A.company B．office C．government D．school
13．A.principle B．custom C．rule D．law
14．A.firstly B．unexpectedly C．slowly D．eventually
15．A.wear out B．turn out C．tire out D．find out
完形填空（每小题2分，满分30分）ACDBC ADACB DACDB
1. 答案 A [考查语境理解和动词词义辨析。根据第二段语境提示，作者不是渴望离开，
而是感到伤感，应选A。]
2.答案 C [考查语境理解和动词词义辨析。根据上下文可推断，作者舍不得离开祖国，
一想到再也听不到学生广播节目，不堪回首，选C。]
3.答案 D [考查语境理解。按常规逻辑，离开家乡会和亲朋好友告别，选D。]
4.答案 B [考查常识逻辑能力。童年时人们爱幻想和充满好奇，应选B。]
5.答案 C [考查语境理解。上文提到他们要动身到美国，后来在纽约定居，应该是离开
祖国，应选C。]
6．答案 A [考查上下文理解能力。作者在前一句交待，他一开始并不知道乐观的重要性，
所以是感到迷茫的，选项A符合。]
7.答案 D [考查上下文推理能力。后面作者提到了他有继父，所以他妈应该是再婚，选
D。]
8.答案 A [考查英语before句型的用法，选项A符合。]
9.答案 C [考查上下文语境理解。下文提到作者看不到苦难日子的结束，选C。]
10.答案 B [考查语境理解。根据上下文，作者随着英语水平的提高，责任越来越大，应该选B。]
11.答案 D [考查语境常识。到移民局应该是面试，故选D。]
12.答案 A [考查语境常识。电话费应该是电信公司的事，选A。]
13.答案 C [考查语境常识。作者最后悟出了生活法则，选C。]
14.答案 D [考查副词词义辨析和上下文理解。最后所有的苦难都会过去，选D。]
15.答案 B [考查动词词组辨析。此处指生活一定会好起来，所以选B。]
语法填空1
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
（共10小题：每小题1. 5分, 满分15分）
Lanzhou is the capital of Gansu Province, which stretches alongside the Yellow River and has a long history. It used to be ___1_ _ stop on the ancient Silk Road.
When __2_ _ comes to “Lanzhou”, the word “lamian” will enter most Chinese people’s heads. The city sits in the northwest of the country, but there are restaurants __3_ _ (serve) Lanzhou lamian in almost every urban area you can point to on a Chinese map.
_4_ _ (natural), there’s nothing quite like eating these noodles in Lanzhou itself. In one of our favorite English-language __5_ _ (article) on Lanzhou lamian, writer Christopher St. Cavish picks out Wu Mu Le as the __6 __ (good) spot of all in the city to head to. Though there are lamian joints all over the city, this restaurant __7_ __ (perfect) its craft in the past two decades. “There’s only one Wu Mu Le in China,” St. Cavish writes, “and Zhang Yu, the __8__ (found), says it’s going to stay that way, even as many investors turn to other hand-pulled noodle industry.”
These hand-stretched noodles _9_ _ (accompany) by thin slices of cold beef with a handful of chopped spring onions, with a helping of spicy chili oil. It’s a super satisfying dish whenever you are in Lanzhou. A proper bowl of Lanzhou lamian is one of those dishes __10_ _ never fail to hit the spot.
语法填空
【答案】
1. a 2. it 3. serving 4. Naturally 5. articles
6. best 7. has perfected 8. founder 9. are accompanied 10. which
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了兰州拉面坚守传统，传承经典，保持兰州牛肉面的原汁原味。
1.考查冠词。句意：它曾经是古丝绸之路上的一个驿站。分析句子可知，空格处为冠词表示“一个”，是泛指，应使用不定冠词。故填a。
2.考查代词。句意：当提到“兰州”时，“拉面”一词将进入大多数中国人的脑海。分析句子可知，空格处缺少时间状语从句主语，构成固定句式“当提到……”when it comes to…,故填it。
3.考查非谓语动词。句意：这座城市位于该国西北部，但在中国地图上几乎你可以指出的每一个城市地区都有兰州拉面餐厅。分析句子可知，空格处为动词serve作定语修饰名词restaurants,二者之间是逻辑上的主动关系，应使用现在分词形式。故填serving。
4.考查副词。句意：自然地，没有什么比在兰州吃这些面条更棒的了。分析句子可知，空格处为句子状语修饰整个句子，应使用副词，位于句首首字母大写。故填Naturally。
5.考查名词单复数形式。句意：在我们最喜欢一篇关于兰州拉面的英语文章中，作家Christopher St.Cavish选择了吾穆勒作为这座城市中最好的去处。分析句子可知，空格处构成one of +可数名词复数形式，表示“……之一”。故填articles。
6.考查形容词最高级。句意同上题。根据句意可知，空格处表示“最好的”，应使用good的最高级。故填best。
7.考查动词时态。句意：尽管这座城市到处都有拉面餐厅，但这家餐厅在过去二十年里的手艺堪称完美。分析句子可知，空格处为句子谓语部分，根据时间状语可知应使用现在完成时，主语是this restaurant谓语动词应使用第三人称单数形式。故填has perfected。
8.考查名词。句意：创始人张煜说即使许多投资者转向其他手工拉面行业，它也会保持这种状态。分析句子可知，两逗号之间的部分是Zhang Yu的同位语，张煜是创始人，因此此处应使用名词founder,根据句意应使用单数形式，故填founder。
9.考查动词语态和时态。句意：这些手工拉伸的面条配上薄薄的冷牛肉片、一把切碎的大葱和一份辛辣的辣椒油。分析句子可知，空格处为句子谓语部分，动词accompany和主语noodles之间是被动关系，应使用被动语态，主语是noodles,本文整体时态是现在时，因此应使用一般现在时的被动语态形式。故填are accompanied。
10.考查定语从句。句意：一碗正宗的兰州拉面是其中一道菜，绝对不会错过。分析句子可知，空格处为定语从句主语部分，先行词是dishes,应使用关系代词which,故填which。
精选作文1
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
Jessica and Cayla were two sisters, who loved each other very much. They were not only sisters, but they were best friends, too. They liked to eat, play, go to school and do everything together. Nothing could break them apart!
One day, there was a running race competition at school. Both Jessica and Cayla were very fast runners and they were sure they would win if they signed up for it. They were very excited to participate together. And there were other friends too, who were all going to run.
The judge blew the whistle… toooot!! Everyone started running. Jessica and Cayla were running as fast as they could. They were running so fast that they passed everyone in a very short time. The audience was cheering, “Look at the sisters. They are so fast, like lightening!” Hearing the cheers, they ran even faster. They barely looked at each other.
Suddenly Cayla hit a stone on the race track. She got hurt and fell down, with her leg bleeding. She called Jessica to stop and give her a hand. She groaned (呻吟) with pain. But Jessica wouldn’t stop or look. She guessed that Cayla just had a slight fall. She had only one thought on her mind. She had to win this race!
Jessica reached the finish line first. The judge announced, “You are the first, Jessica!” But, there was no applause from the crowd. Jessica was surprised. She had won but no one was clapping for her. She turned back to see if her sister Cayla was close behind her. But she was not there! Jessica was worried that something bad had happened.
Jessica started running back. Soon she reached the spot where Cayla was lying injured. Jessica felt awful. She was not there for her sister when she needed her the most.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150词左右;
2.请按下面格式在答题卡相应位置作答。
Feeling guilty for her behavior, Jessica sat down to check Cayla’s injury.
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When both the sisters reached the finish line, they hugged.
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【答案】 Feeling guilty for her behavior, Jessica sat down to check Cayla’s injury. She found that Cayla was injured, and she regretted running without waiting for her sister. “what’s wrong with your leg I’m sorry I thought you had a slight fall and you could stand up to continue the race, so I couldn’t stop running. I’m so sorry to leave you alone, but I wanted to get the first place. You see, I did it.” Cayla smiled and said, “I’m OK. Don’t worry about me. Congratulations! I’m proud of you.” “Do you want to finish the race ” Jessica asked. “Yes, let’s finish it together.” Then Jessica lifted Cayla up and they ran slowly towards the finish line.
When both the sisters reached the finish line, they hugged. They laughed and cheered because they could finish the race together. Seeing that scene, teachers and students all clapped for their courage and deep sisterhood. Nothing could break them apart! They were still good sisters and best friends, too.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了杰西卡和她的姐妹凯拉一起参加赛跑比赛，凯拉在比赛中摔倒了，杰西卡认为她没有事就独自继续比赛并取得了第一名，在赛后她找到凯拉并帮助她一起完成比赛的故事。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“为她的行为感到内疚，杰西卡蹲下来检查凯拉的伤势。”可知，第一段可描写杰西卡为了未等待凯拉一起比赛而道歉，并获得凯拉的谅解。
②由第二段首句内容“当两个姐妹到达终点线的时候她们拥抱在一起。”可知，第二段可描写杰西卡和凯拉结束比赛的喜悦和两个人的和好。
2.续写线索：杰西卡发现凯拉受伤——杰西卡道歉——姐妹俩决定继续比赛——杰西卡帮助凯拉完成比赛——姐妹和好如初
3.词汇激活
行为类
①.继续比赛：continue the race /go on the race
②.到达终点：reached the finish line /passed the finish line
③.获得第一名：get the first place /win the first prize
情绪类
①.担心：worry about /be worried about
②.抱歉的：sorry /apologetic
【点睛】
[高分句型1]. She found that Cayla was injured, and she regretted running without waiting for her sister.（由that引导的宾语从句）
[高分句型2]. They laughed and cheered because they could finish the race together.（because引导的原因状语）整合集训（4）2024年高中英语高三每日精选精练40分钟
（高频词30+阅读理解1+七选五1+完形填空1+语法填空+精选作文1）
英语（原卷版）
高频词30
cultivate 培养
prosperously 繁荣的
suspect 怀疑
relatively 相对的，比较的
acknowledge 承认，鸣谢
ambition 抱负，野心
quality 质量，品质
protection 保护
remove 移开
force 强迫
apologize 道歉
terrible 可怕的，糟糕的
stubborn 固执的
image 形象
complexity 复杂
cautious 小心的
manage 管理，成功做成
prejudice 偏见
occasion 场合
situation 情况，处境
take over 接管
exchange 交换
command 命令
confirm 证实
economic 经济的，合算的
academic 学术的
beneficial 有益的
varied 多变的，各种各样的
demanding 要求高的
equally 平等地
阅读理解1
（23·24上·成都·期中）Should we allow modern buildings to be built next to older buildings in a historic area of a city In order to answer this question, we must first examine whether people really want to preserve the historic feel of an area. Not all historical buildings are attractive. However, there may be other reasons — for example, economic reasons — why they should be preserved. So, let us assume that historical buildings are both attractive and important to the majority of people. What should we do then if a new building is needed
In my view, new architectural styles can exist perfectly well alongside an older style. Indeed, there are many examples in my own hometown of Tours where modern designs have been placed very successfully next to old buildings. As long as the building in question is pleasing and does not dominate (影响) its surroundings too much, it often improves the attractiveness of the area.
It is true that there are examples of new buildings which have destroyed the area they are in, but the same can be said of some old buildings too. Yet people still speak against new buildings in historic areas. I think this is simply because people are naturally conservative (保守的) and do not like change.
Although we have to respect people’s feelings as fellow users of the buildings, I believe that it is the duty of the architect and planner to move things forward. If we always reproduced what was there before, we would all still be living in caves. Thus, I would argue against copying previous architectural styles and choose something fresh and different, even though that might be the more risky choice.
1．What does the author say about historical buildings in the first paragraph
A．Some of them are not attractive.
B．Most of them are too expensive to preserve.
C．They are more pleasing than modern buildings.
D．They have nothing to do with the historic feel of an area.
2．Which of the following is true according to the author
A．We should reproduce the same old buildings.
B．Buildings should not dominate their surroundings.
C．Some old buildings have destroyed the area they are in.
D．No one understands why people speak against new buildings.
3．By “move things forward” in the last paragraph, the author probably means “”.
A．destroy old buildings
B．put things in a different place
C．choose new architectural styles
D．respect people’s feelings for historical buildings
4．What is the main purpose of the passage
A．To explain why people dislike change.
B．To warn that we could end up living in caves.
C．To admit how new buildings have ruined their surroundings.
D．To argue that modern buildings can be built in historic areas.
七选五1
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
According to a study done by University of Michigan researchers, shopping to relieve stress was up to 40 times more effective at giving people a sense of control. __1___ In fact, shopping to reduce stress can actually help you live a healthier life by making sure that your blood pressure is lowered. Shopping to relieve stress is also called retail therapy as a form of regulating stress.
However, the side effect of retail therapy is unavoidable. __2__ But in time, it possibly grows into a trend that runs out of finances and causes conflicts, therefore adding a significant amount of stress to a person’s life.
__3__ Whether you’re purchasing Christmas presents or buying groceries, it’s wise to have the items you need written down before going. That will provide you with clarity and order while you’re shopping. Reward yourself for sticking to your list and you’ll be more likely to commit to it: buy a cup of coffee while shopping or plan a fun activity for when you return home.
Think about what you struggle with most financially. Do you spend too much money at the mall Eating out Vacations Make a list of where your money is going and take necessary steps to avoid temptations. For example, if you spend too much money on dining out on the weekends, stock your cupboard with groceries on Friday. __4__
Give up the need to keep up with your neighbors, co-workers, and friends. Everyone’s financial situation is different and it’s dependent upon a variety of factors, least of all being one’s self parison leads to debt. __5___ Appreciate what you currently have by practicing gratitude.
A. They max out the credit card.
B. Prepare a list prior to shopping.
C. This will encourage you to stay in and cook.
D. It can start out as a relatively harmless mood booster.
E. You even became dissatisfied with what you already have.
F. The positive mood boost that followed those purchases wasn’t long-lasting.
G. And shoppers were three times happier than those only looking through items.
完形填空1
(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I began to grow up that winter night when my parents and I were returning from my aunt's house，and my mother said that we might soon be leaving for America.We were on the bus then.I was__1__，and some people on the bus were turning around to look at me.I remember that I could not__2__the thought of never hearing again the radio program for school children to which I listened every morning.
I do not remember myself crying for this reason again.In fact，I think I cried very little when I was__3__to my friends and relatives.When we were leaving I thought about all the places I was going to see—the strange and__4__places I had known only from books and pictures.The__5__I was leaving never to come back was hardly in my head then.
The four years that followed taught me the importance of optimism，but the idea did not come to me at once.For the first two years in New York I was really__6__—having to study in three schools as a result of family moves.I did not quite know what I was or what I should be.Mother__7__，and things became even more complex for me.Some time passed__8__my stepfather and I got used to each other.I was often__9__，and saw no end to“the hard times”．
My responsibilities in the family_10__a lot since I knew English better than everyone else at home.I wrote letters，filled out forms，translated at__11__with immigration officers，took my grandparents to the doctor and translated there，and even discussed telephone bills with__12__representatives.
From my experiences I have learned one important__13__：almost all common troubles__14__go away！Something good is certain to happen in the end when you do not give up，and just wait a little！I believe that my life will__15__all right，even though it will not be that easy.
1．A.crying B．shouting C．singing D．flying
2．A.keep B．consider C．bear D．take
3．A.saying hello B．kissing goodbye C．seeing off D．saying goodbye
4．A.terrible B．magical C．difficult D．surprising
5．A.city B．town C．country D．village
6．A.lost B．occupied C．engaged D．thought
7．A.replaced B．recovered C．reorganized D．remarried
8．A.before B．after C．since D．until
9．A.happy B．calm C．sad D．nervous
10．A.decreased B．increased C．added D．rose
11．A.dialogue B．conversation C．talk D．interviews
12．A.company B．office C．government D．school
13．A.principle B．custom C．rule D．law
14．A.firstly B．unexpectedly C．slowly D．eventually
15．A.wear out B．turn out C．tire out D．find out
语法填空1
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
（共10小题：每小题1. 5分, 满分15分）
Lanzhou is the capital of Gansu Province, which stretches alongside the Yellow River and has a long history. It used to be ___1_ _ stop on the ancient Silk Road.
When __2_ _ comes to “Lanzhou”, the word “lamian” will enter most Chinese people’s heads. The city sits in the northwest of the country, but there are restaurants __3_ _ (serve) Lanzhou lamian in almost every urban area you can point to on a Chinese map.
_4_ _ (natural), there’s nothing quite like eating these noodles in Lanzhou itself. In one of our favorite English-language __5_ _ (article) on Lanzhou lamian, writer Christopher St. Cavish picks out Wu Mu Le as the __6 __ (good) spot of all in the city to head to. Though there are lamian joints all over the city, this restaurant __7_ __ (perfect) its craft in the past two decades. “There’s only one Wu Mu Le in China,” St. Cavish writes, “and Zhang Yu, the __8__ (found), says it’s going to stay that way, even as many investors turn to other hand-pulled noodle industry.”
These hand-stretched noodles _9_ _ (accompany) by thin slices of cold beef with a handful of chopped spring onions, with a helping of spicy chili oil. It’s a super satisfying dish whenever you are in Lanzhou. A proper bowl of Lanzhou lamian is one of those dishes __10_ _ never fail to hit the spot.
精选作文1
续写作文
Jessica and Cayla were two sisters, who loved each other very much. They were not only sisters, but they were best friends, too. They liked to eat, play, go to school and do everything together. Nothing could break them apart!
One day, there was a running race competition at school. Both Jessica and Cayla were very fast runners and they were sure they would win if they signed up for it. They were very excited to participate together. And there were other friends too, who were all going to run.
The judge blew the whistle… toooot!! Everyone started running. Jessica and Cayla were running as fast as they could. They were running so fast that they passed everyone in a very short time. The audience was cheering, “Look at the sisters. They are so fast, like lightening!” Hearing the cheers, they ran even faster. They barely looked at each other.
Suddenly Cayla hit a stone on the race track. She got hurt and fell down, with her leg bleeding. She called Jessica to stop and give her a hand. She groaned (呻吟) with pain. But Jessica wouldn’t stop or look. She guessed that Cayla just had a slight fall. She had only one thought on her mind. She had to win this race!
Jessica reached the finish line first. The judge announced, “You are the first, Jessica!” But, there was no applause from the crowd. Jessica was surprised. She had won but no one was clapping for her. She turned back to see if her sister Cayla was close behind her. But she was not there! Jessica was worried that something bad had happened.
Jessica started running back. Soon she reached the spot where Cayla was lying injured. Jessica felt awful. She was not there for her sister when she needed her the most.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150词左右;
2.请按下面格式在答题卡相应位置作答。
Feeling guilty for her behavior, Jessica sat down to check Cayla’s injury.
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When both the sisters reached the finish line, they hugged.
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