2024年新高考英语二轮复习【培优小题狂练】
专题31阅读理解七选五逻辑关系类讲义（考情+技法+真题+模拟）解析版
【近年高考考情】
一、总分关系
调研1【2016全国I卷】
调研2【2013全国I卷】
二、解释关系
调研3【2019全国II卷】
调研4【2018全国II卷】
三、例证关系
调研5【2023新高考I卷】
调研6【2017北京卷】
调研7【2020新高考卷】
四、并列关系
调研8【2016全国II卷】
调研9【2020新高考卷】
调研10【2020全国III卷】
五、递进关系
调研11【2023全国甲卷】
调研12【2017北京卷】
六、转折关系
调研13【2022全国乙卷】
调研14【2019全国II卷】
调研15【2019全国I卷】
调研16【2016全国II卷】
调研17【2017全国III卷】
七、因果关系
调研18【2017北京卷】
调研19【2020新高考卷】
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一、总分关系
调研1【2016全国I卷】
There are three main types of cryptography. 37 For example, the first letters of “My elephant eats too many eels” spell out the hidden message “Meet me.”
E. You can hide a message by having the first letters of each word spell it out.
【解析】37. E。考查总分关系。空格前面的句子说总共有三种密码，是一个概括性句子，总述了全段的主要内容。空格内应是介绍第一种密码，是分述。由该空后的例句可知，此空选E “你可以拼写每个单词的第一个字母来隐藏信息”。
调研2【2013全国I卷】
Business management is a term used to describe the techniques of planning, direction, and control of the operations of a business. 38 One is the establishment (制定) of broad basic policies with respect to production; sales; the purchase of equipment, materials and supplies; and accounting. 39 The third relates to the establishment of standards of work in all departments. Direction is concerned primarily with supervision(监管) and guidance by the management in authority. 40
A. Control includes the use of records and reports to compare actual work with the set standards for work.
B. In this connection there is the difference between top management and operative management.
C. Examples of nonprofit businesses include such organizations as social service agencies and many hospitals.
D. However, some businesses only seek to earn enough to cover their operating costs.
E. The second aspect relates to the application of these policies by departments.
F. In the theory of business management, organization has two main aspects.
G. Planning in business management has three main aspects.
【解析】38. G。前句解释了商业管理的概念，下文为商业管理中规划所包含的三个方面，与G项中的"three main aspects"相一致。故选G。
【解析】39. E。前一句为第一个方面，后一句为第三个方面，显然本句应介绍第二个方面。故选E。
【解析】40. A。第二段的第一句介绍了商业管理中的三个技巧，分别是 planning, direction和control。接下来已经介绍了前两个技巧，最后一个技巧"control"还未提及，所以本空应涉及control的内容。故选A。
二、解释关系
调研3【2019全国II卷】
Another way of setting realistic goals is to analyze your short and long term objectives, keeping in mind your beliefs, values and strengths. Remember that goals are flexible. 39 They also need to be measurable. You must keep these points in mind while setting your goals.
E. They can change according to circumstances.
【解析】39. E。根据空格前的goals are flexible可知，目标是灵活的，E项“它们可以根据情况而改变”对其进行了解释，故选E项。
调研4【2018全国II卷】
__39__ Studies found that people who woke up early for exercise slept better than those who exercised in the evening. Exercise energizes you，so it is more difficult to relax and have a peaceful sleep when you are very excited.
B. Your quality of sleep improves.
【解析】39. B。此处缺少一个主题句。空后句子解释了早起锻炼的人比晚上锻炼的人睡得更好。所选答案应是对后面内容的总述。故选B。
三、例证关系
调研5【2023新高考I卷】
In a journal or on a piece of paper, put the heading “Personal strengths.” 37 Are you caring Creative Generous A good listener Fun to be around They don’t have to be world-changing, just aspects of your personality that you’re proud of.
A. A little self-forgiveness also goes a long way.
B. Now list all the characteristics you like about yourself.
C. They might even like to have a go at doing the exercise.
D. It’s just as important to show yourself some forgiveness.
E. It doesn’t mean you have to ignore what’s happened or forget it.
F. Whatever it is, no matter how small it might seem, write it down.
G. Whatever the mistake, remember it isn’t a fixed aspect of your personality.
37.根据空前内容“In a journal or on a piece of paper, put the heading “Personal strengths. ”(在日记或纸上写上“个人优点”。)”以及空后内容“Are you caring Creative Generous A good listener Fun to be around They don’t have to be world-changing, just aspects of your personality that you’re proud of.(你有爱心吗？有创造力吗？你慷慨吗？是一个好的倾听者？与人相处很有趣吗？它们不一定要改变世界，只要你个性中让你感到自豪的方面就行。)”可知，空处指的是列出一些你个性中的优点。选项B“Now list all the characteristics you like about yourself.(现在列出所有你喜欢的自己身上的特点。)”符合上下文内容，下文内容具体解释那些是优点。故选B。
调研6【2017北京卷】
Now we have the most direct evidence yet that he is right. 74 The synapses in the mice taken at the end of a period of sleep were 18 per cent smaller than those taken before sleep, showing that the connections between neurons weaken while sleeping.
G. Tononi's team measured the size of these connections, or synapses, in the brains of 12 mice.
【解析】74. G。该段首句提出论点“现在我们有最直接的证据证明他的假设是对的”，那么接下来就应该给出具体的论据或实例来证明上述论点。此外，该空后面一句话解释了实验的结果和意义。综合看来，只有G项符合语境。
调研7【2020新高考卷】
Never mind that most travelers nowadays have smart phones with built－in alarm clocks.__17__ Here are some examples. At the Wolcott Hotel, if a wake－up call is unanswered, they will send an employee to your door. At Las Ventanas al Paraiso, an employee shows up at your room to wake you up with tea, coffee and breakfast bread. At the Mandarin Oriental, a person rather than an automated system will call to wake you up.
F. The human wake－up call is a way to personalize a guest’s stay.
【解析】17. F。由17空之后的“Here are some examples...”可知前后是例证关系。根据后面举的例子可知应该选择F项“The human wake－up call is a way to personalize a guest’s stay.”
四、并列关系
调研8【2016全国II卷】
Some people may think that a garden is no more than plants, flowers, patterns and masses of color. Others are concerned about using gardening methods that require less water and fewer fertilizers (肥料). 18 However, there are a number of other reasons that might explain why you want to garden. One of them comes from our earliest years.
E. Still others may simply enjoy being outdoors and close to plants.
【解析】18. E。由本段中的第一句Some ...，第二句的Others ...，可锁定E项中的Still others ...，它们之间为并列关系，故选E项。
调研9【2020新高考卷】
Your goal is not to be a perfect public speaker.__19__ And like everything else in life，that takes practice. Remember, even world champion athletes practice their skills on a consistent basis.
B. You want to be an effective public speaker.
【解析】19. B。根据上文中的“Your goal is not to be a perfect public speaker.”可知，你的目标不是成为一个完美的演说家。据此可知，空处与此对应，说明自己的目标是要成为高效的演说家，故选B项。
调研10【2020全国III卷】
A housewarming party is a special party to be held when someone buys or moves into a new apartment or house. The person who bought the house or moved is the one who throws the party. The party is a chance for friends and family to congratulate the person on the new home. ___36___ And it is good time to fill the new space with love and hopefully presents.
E. It also gives people a chance to see what the new home looks like.
【解析】36. E。上句 The party is a chance for friends and family to congratulate the person on the new home.(这个聚会是朋友和家人祝贺新家的机会)。介绍庆祝乔迁之喜的聚会是亲戚朋友祝贺搬新家的人的一次机会，下句 And it is a good time to fill the new space with love and hopefully presents.(现在是时候用爱和希望的礼物来填补新家了)。介绍这也是给新家装满爱和希望礼物的好时机。and表并列，说明设空36也要介绍party的目的，E项：它也给了人们一次看看新家什么样的机会，含义合适，并且有连词also呼应下句的and，形成上下句并列，都是庆祝乔迁之喜聚会的目的，故选E。
五、递进关系
调研11【2023全国甲卷】
●Practice gratitude (感激)
Thankfulness has a lot of benefits: Research shows it makes us happier, less stressed and even more optimistic. 37 . “Showing thankfulness can foster self-control,” said Ye Li, researcher at the University of California.
A. Find your causes
B. Start with small tasks
C. Accept the uncomfortable
D. All this adds up to a state of hurry
E. It can also help us practice more patience
F. This is merely uncomfortable, not intolerable
G. They’re all situations where we could use a little extra patience
37.根据上文“Thankfulness has a lot of benefits: Research shows it makes us happier, less stressed and even more optimistic.(感恩有很多好处：研究表明，感恩让我们更快乐，压力更小，甚至更乐观)”以及后文““Showing thankfulness can foster self-control,” said Ye Li, researcher at the University of California. (加州大学的研究员叶丽说：“表达感激可以培养自我控制能力。”)”可知，上文提到了感恩的诸多好处，可知本句继续说明感恩的好处：它还可以帮助我们练习更多的耐心。E选项中It指代上文Thankfulness。故E选项“它还可以帮助我们练习更多的耐心”符合语境，故选E。also表示递进关系。
调研12【2017北京卷】
Every animal sleeps, but the reason for this has remained foggy. When lab rats are not allowed to sleep, they die within a month. 71
C. Similarly, when people go for a few days without sleeping, they get sick.
【解析】71. C。首句指出每种动物都要睡觉，但原因仍然是个谜。实验室的老鼠被剥夺了睡眠，一个月内就会死亡，C项“同样，如果人类连续几天不睡觉，就会生病”与前句是层递关系，故选C项。
六、转折关系
调研13【2022全国乙卷】
·Don’t rely on technology alone
_ 40 , but long-distance friendships — even close ones — may require more conscious effort to sustain. Try to seek out chances to renew friendships. How to do it Just spend face-to-face time together whenever possible.
A. Remember important dates
B. Compensate by writing letters
C. It is also helpful for you to be a friendship keeper
D. Try to find a time that works for both of you and stick to it
E. Friends need to talk about their preferred methods of communication
F. It is easy to have a sense of connectedness through social media
G. You may be the friend who left or the one who was left behind
40. F。设空处所在句子的后半句“but long-distance friendships — even close ones — may require more conscious effort to sustain.”（但是异地友谊——甚至是关系亲密的友谊——可能需要更加自觉地去维系。）讲的是我们要更加自觉地维系异地友谊，其中“but”说明后半句与设空处形成转折，而F项“朋友之间很容易通过社交媒体产生一种联结感”讲的是可以通过社交媒体这种方式很容易与朋友产生联结，与后半句“require more conscious effort to sustain”形成转折，而且其中的“social media”呼应了该段的小标题“Don’t rely on technology alone”（不要仅仅依赖技术）中的“technology”。故选F。
调研14【2019全国II卷】
Your personal circumstances are equally important. For example, you may want to be a pilot but can't become one because your eyesight is not good enough. 40 You should reassess your goals, and motivate yourself to set a fresh goal.
C. However，this should not discourage you.
【解析】40. C。空格前说“例如，你想当飞行员但是却因为视力不够好而当不成”，空格后说“你应该重新评估你的目标，激励自己重新设定一个目标”。C项“然而，这不应该使你气馁”承上启下，符合语境，为转折关系。
调研15【2019全国I卷】
__40__While the sun’s rays can age and harm our skin，they also give us beneficial Vitamin D. To make sure you get enough Vitamin D—but still protect your skin—put on sunscreen right as you head outside. It takes sunscreen about fifteen minutes to start working，and that’s plenty of time for your skin to absorb a day’s worth of Vitamin D.
D. Another side benefit of getting fresh air is sunlight.
【解析】40. D。空格后一句说，虽然阳光会使我们的皮肤衰老并受到伤害，但阳光也能带来有益的维生素D，这应该与上一句之间是转折关系，故空格处应填呼吸新鲜空气附带的好处，因此D项“呼吸新鲜空气的另一个附带好处是阳光”符合语境，D项中的sunlight与空格后的the sun’s rays相呼应。故选D。
调研16【2016全国II卷】
Our model of what a garden should be often goes back to childhood. Grandma's rose garden and Dad's vegetable garden might be good or bad, but that's not what's important. 19 — how being in those gardens made us feel. If you'd like to build a powerful bond with your garden, start by taking some time to recall the gardens of your youth. 20.For each of those gardens, write down the strongest memory you have. Then go outside and work out a plan to translate your childhood memories into your grown up garden. Have fun.
C. It's our experience of the garden that matters.
【解析】19. C。空格前说“但那一点不重要”，空格处应与之相对，指出什么才是重要的，故选C项“我们做园艺工作的体验才是重要的”。
调研17【2017全国III卷】
Keep a record and evaluate it weekly. Keep track of your efforts and write down how you feel. After you’ve tried a new method for a week，take a look at your record.__20__ If not，take another look at other methods you could try.
E. If the steps you take are working，keep it up.
【解析】20. E。考查前后句的连贯。本段谈到对自己所做的计划要记录、评价和调整。本空后的“If not”说明前面是讨论计划有效就应该坚持，因此选E。
七、因果关系
调研18【2017北京卷】
One idea is that sleep helps us strengthen new memories. 72 We know that, while awake, fresh memories are recorded by reinforcing (加强) connections between brain cells, but the memory processes that take place while we sleep have been unclear.
E. That's why students do better in tests if they get a chance to sleep after learning.
【解析】72. E。该段首句说睡眠能帮助人们增强记忆。而E项则给出了结果，学习后如有机会睡眠，那么学生在考试中就会表现更好，故选E项。
调研19【2020新高考卷】
Even the most successful public speaker will make mistakes. Yet, the only one who cares about any mistake is the one who is speaking. People’s attention wanders constantly. In fact. most people only absorb about 20 percent of a speaker’s message. So, don’t stop speaking when you make a mistake unless it’s a truly serious one.__18__
C. You don’t need to apologize for a minor slip.
【解析】18. C。根据上文中的“So，don’t stop speaking when you make a mistake unless it’s a truly serious one.”可知，当你犯错时不要停止演讲，除非是非常严重的错误。据此可以推知，空处承接上文，说明犯小错误无需道歉，故C项正确。
【高考真题再练】
1.（2020全国I卷）
A Few Tips for Self-Acceptance
We all want it to accept and love ourselves. But at times it seems too difficult and too far out of reach. 36 Here’s a handful of ways that will set you in the right direction.
● 37 Do not follow the people who make you feel not-good-enough. Why do you follow them Are you hoping that eventually you will feel empowered because your life is better than theirs Know that your life is your own; you are the only you in this world.
●Forgive yourself for mistakes that you have made. We are often ashamed of our shortcomings, our mistakes and our failures. 38 You will make mistakes, time and time again. Rather than getting caught up in how you could have done better, why not offer yourself a compassionate (有同情心) response “That didn’t go as planned. But, I tried my best.”
●Recognize all of your strengths. Write them down in a journal. Begin to train your brain to look at strength before weakness. List all of your accomplishments and achievements. You have a job, earned your degree, and you got out of bed today. 39
●Now that you’ve listed your strengths, list your imperfections. Turn the page in your journal. Put into words why you feel unworthy, why you don’t feel good enough. Now, read these words back to yourself. 40 Turn to a page in your journal to your list of strengths and achievements. See how awesome you are
A. Feeling upset again
B. Where do you start
C. Nothing is too small to celebrate.
D. Remember, you are only human.
E Set an intention for self-acceptance.
F. Stop comparing yourself with others.
G. When does the comparison game start
【答案】36-40 BFDCA
【导读】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了几个自我接纳的小技巧。
36. B。根据题目A Few Tips for Self-acceptance及下文的Here's a handful of ways that will set you in the right direction.(这有很多可以帮你找到正确方向的方法。)可知，选项B. Where do you start (从哪里开始那？)最合下文语境。
37. F。根据下文Are you hoping that eventually you will feel empowered because your life is better than theirs Know that your life is your own; you are the only one in this world.可知，本段主要讲述不要把自己和别人作比较，因为生活是我们自己的，我们也是世界上独一无二的。故F. Stop comparing yourself with others.可以作为本段中心句。
38. D。根据本文的中心句Forgive yourself for mistakes that you have made.及下文的You will make mistakes, time and time again.可知，选项D. Remember, you are only human.与上下文衔接最好。
39. C。根据上文List all of your accomplishments and achievements. You have a job, earned your degree, and you got out of bed today.(列出你所有的成就。你有了一份工作，拿到了学位，今天就起床了。)可知，选项C. Nothing is too small to celebrate.(没有什么事是太小而不值得庆祝。)与上文衔接最好。
40. A。结合上文Put into words why you feel unworthy, why you don't feel good enough. Now, read these words back to yourself.和下文的Turn to a page in your journal to your list of strengths and achievements. See how awesome you are 可知，选项A. Feeling upset again 最合上下文语境。
2.（2020全国II卷）
Emoji（表情符号）and Workplace Communication
In Asia, messaging platforms are growing rapidly, with users in the hundreds of millions, both at work and play. 36 . It’s been reported that 76 percent of employees in some western countries are using emojis at work.
Written communications can often read as cold and dull. Using emojis can add humor and feeling, keeping intention clear. 37 , encouraging better and more frequent communication.
In any given office, employees can range from age 22 to 70 and beyond, and finding common ground in communication style can be a challenge. 38 .
While the younger generations prefer to communicate visually, for those used to working with traditional tools like email, it may feel like a learning curve（曲线）. The good news is that it’s simple to learn and can be worth the effort.
There is also the matter of tone（语气）. Who hasn’t received an email so annoying that it ruined an entire day 39 . Emoji can help communication feel friendlier, and even a serious note can be softened with an encouraging smile.
40 , and emoji can contribute directly to that positive outcome. And when your employees begin adding smiling emojis to their business communication, you’ll know you have succeeded in improving your work culture.
A. Message with emojis feel more conversational
B. Even a formal email can seem cold and unfriendly
C. Sending smiling faces to colleagues may seem strange
D. The popularity of these platforms is spreading globally
E. Giving employees the tools enables them to communicate honestly
F. Studies show that friendlier communication leads to a happier workplace
G. An easy way to bring all work generations together is with a chat platform
【答案】36-40 DACBF
【导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了表情符号以及在工作交流所带来的优势。
36. D。根据前句“In Asia, messaging platforms are growing rapidly, with users in the hundreds of millions, both at work and play.(在亚洲，即时通讯平台正在迅速发展，无论是工作还是娱乐，都有数亿用户)”和后句“It's been reported that 76 percent of employees in some western countries are using emojis at work.(据报道，在一些西方国家，76%的员工在工作中使用表情符号)”可知，前后句都说明了即时通讯平台受欢迎程度。所以选择项D. The popularity of these platforms is spreading globally. (这些平台的受欢迎程度正在全球蔓延)符合题意。
37. A。根据前句“Using emojis can add humor and feeling, keeping intention clear.(使用表情符号可以增加幽默和感情，保持明确的意图)”和后半句“encouraging better and more frequent communication.(鼓励更好更频繁的交流)”可知，这里陈述使用表情符号的优点。
38. G。根据前句“In any given office, employees can range from age 22 to 70 and beyond, and finding common ground in communication can be a challenge. (在任何一间办公室，员工年龄从22岁到70岁甚至更大，在交流中找到共同点可能是一项挑战)” 中关键词句“employees can range from age 22 to 70 and beyond,”与选择项中“all work generations”是一致的。
39. B。根据前句“ Who hasn’t received an email so annoying that it ruined an entire day (谁没有收到过毁掉了一整天的邮件呢？)”和后文介绍表情的优点，可知，这里陈述电子邮件的缺点。
40. F。根据后句“and Emoji can contribute directly to that positive outcome. (并且表情符号可以直接促成这种积极的结果)”可知，这里陈述表情符号能给工作场所带来的好处。
3.（2020全国III卷）
A housewarming party is a special party to be held when someone buys or moves into a new apartment or house. The person who bought the house or moved is the one who throws the panty. The party is a chance for friends and family to congratulate the person on the new home. 36 And it is good time to fill the new space with love and hopefully presents.
37 Some people register a list of things they want or need for their new home at a local or store or stores. Some common things people will put on a gift registry include kitchen tools like knives and things like curtains. Even if there isn’t a registry, a good housewarming gift is something to decorate the new house with, like a piece of art or a plant.
38 This is often appreciated since at a housewarming there isn’t a lot of food served. There are usually no planned activities like games at a housewarming party. The host or hostess of the party will, however, probably give all the guests a tour of their new home. Sometimes, because a housewarming party happens shortly after a person moves into their new home, people may be asked to help unpack boxes. 39
Housewarming parties get their name from the fact that a long time ago people would actually bring firewood to a new home as a gift. 40 Now most homes have central heating and don’t use fires to keep warm.
A. This isn’t usual though.
B. It is traditional to bring a gift to a housewarming party.
C. You can also bring food or drinks to share with the other guests.
D. If you’re lucky enough to receive gifts, keep them in a safe place.
E. It also gives people a chance to see what the new home looks like.
F. The best housewarming parties encourage old friends to get together.
G. This was so that the person could keep their home warm for the winter.
36-40 EBCAG
【导读】本文是说明文，介绍了乔迁聚会的目的，礼物的选取，活动安排和名称的由来。
36. E。上句 The party is a chance for friends and family to congratulate the person on the new home介绍庆祝乔迁之喜的聚会是亲戚朋友祝贺搬新家的人的一次机会，下句 And it is a good time to fill the new space with love and hopefully presents介绍这也是给新家装满爱和希望礼物的好时机。E项与上下句并列，都是庆祝乔迁之喜聚会的目的。
37. B。下文Some common things people will put on a gift registry include kitchen tools like knives and things like curtains.和like a piece of art or a plant. 列举了参加聚会所带礼物的清单，可以是厨房工具、窗帘、艺术品或绿植。这些都和参加聚会带礼物有关，B项概括了本段内容，引出下文。
38. C。本段介绍了聚会的活动安排，根据后文This is often appreciated since at a housewarming there isn' t a lot of food served.指出因为新搬家，所以主人不会准备太丰盛的食物或太多的活动。那么本句是在建议你可以带上自己的食物或饮料与其他客人分享搬家，所以主人不会准备太丰盛的食物或太多的活动。C项：你也可以带上食物或饮料与其他客人分享。
39. A。本段提到在乔迁聚会上人们会聚餐，主人带领客人参观新家。上句提到，由于乔迁聚会是在搬进新家后不久举行的，人们可能会被要求帮助打开箱子。根据常识可知在乔迁聚会上让客人们帮忙干活是不常见的，A项表达了此意，与上文衔接。
40. G。上句介绍了乔迁聚会名称的由来，根据bring firewood to a new home as a gift.可知人们会带柴火作为礼物，那么本空承接上文说明了带柴火的目的和作用。G项符合语境。
【名校好题强化】
1.（2023上·陕西汉中·高三统考阶段练习）
It’s normal for friends to experience conflict, disagreements, and even fight. You can’t always agree on everything. Most times conflict with a friend is easily solved. But in some cases, the disagreement and the conflict grow leading to anger, sadness and even the end of a friendship. Learning to handle the conflict with friends in a healthy way is beneficial for both sides. 1 .
Calm down.
The first thing is to calm down. 2 . Prevent further damage to the relationship by taking a moment to calm down. Get some alone time. Tell your friend that you need a moment to clear your head. You can either go for a walk or just take a warm bath.
3 .
It may feel as if it helps you explain your concerns more thoroughly if you bring in related examples from past events. Avoid this at all costs. Past issues for discussion only make things worse. Remember it’s important to focus on the issue at hand, not past events.
Work towards a compromise.
Unfortunately, some people believe that a compromise means a “lose/lose situation” because each person has to give up something. While this is true, every healthy relationship usually involves compromise and adjusting to others’ needs or wants. 4 . Just “give a little” to allow your friend to “get a little”.
Be careful of unhealthy friendships.
It’s generally a good idea to work through conflicts with friends. But it isn’t in your best interest if the friendship causes more harm than good. 5 , you need to re-evaluate if this friendship is worth keeping and consider when to walk away.
A．It takes two to make it work
B．In a heated situation, it’s easy to say or do things we later regret
C．Avoid explaining your concerns repeatedly
D．Remain on the current matter
E．Here are some tips
F．It’s important to surround yourself with people who positively influence your life
G．If you are in a friendship that is based more on conflict or you are the one always apologizing
【答案】1．E 2．B 3．D 4．A 5．G
【导语】这是一篇说明文。作者介绍了四种处理与朋友之间冲突的正确方法。
1．上文“Learning to handle the conflict with friends in a healthy way is beneficial for both sides. (学会以一种健康的方式处理与朋友的冲突对双方都有益)”提示下文要讲的是处理朋友间的冲突的健康方法，因此E项“这里有一些建议”概括本文主旨，故选E。
2．下文“Prevent further damage to the relationship by taking a moment to calm down. (花点时间冷静下来，以免进一步损害你们的关系)”说明可能造成损害关系的行为，与空格处是因果关系，因此B项“在紧张的情况下，很容易说出或做一些让我们后来后悔的话”符合语境，故选B。
3．下文“Remember it’s important to focus on the issue at hand, not past events. (记住，关注眼前的问题很重要，而不是过去的事件。)”说明本段主旨是关注眼前的问题，因此D项“保持在当前的问题上”能够概括本段主旨，故选D。
4．上文“While this is true, every healthy relationship usually involves compromise and adjusting to others’ needs or wants (虽然这是真的，但每一段健康的关系通常都包括妥协和适应他人的需求或愿望)”说明健康的关系需要双方的妥协，因此A项“需要两个人才能成功”符合语境，与空格处是因果关系，故选A。
5．下文“you need to re-evaluate if this friendship is worth keeping and consider when to walk away (你需要重新评估这段友谊是否值得保持，并考虑何时离开)”说明这种友谊是不合理的，是不健康的，是下文“重新评估这段友谊”的条件，因此G项“如果你的友谊更多地建立在冲突的基础上，或者你是那个总是道歉的人”符合语境，故选G。
2.（2022上·贵州贵阳·高三校联考阶段练习）
Our planet is an amazing place, but it needs our help to thrive! That’s why each year on April 22, more than a billion people celebrate Earth Day to protect the planet from things like pollution and deforestation. You can celebrate and protect the planet at the same time. 6 .
Become a waste warrior
The number of garbage trucks Americans fill each year would stretch halfway to the moon. Toilet paper tubes, made from cardboard, take two months to decompose in a landfill. A plastic bottle sticks around for way longer and 7 ! But instead of turning to the trash bin, you could turn these items into an awesome telescope or a flower planter. Before you throw something away, think about whether it can be recycled or repurposed.
Plant a tree
8 , so help offset that loss by planting a tree of your own. Trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen for people to breathe. They also provide shelter and food for animals such as squirrels and owls.
9
It might seem like it’s everywhere, but clean, drinkable water is a limited resource. In fact, less than one percent of the water on Earth can be used by humans. (The rest is either too salt y or too difficult to access. ) Turning off the faucet when you brush your teeth can conserve up to eight gallons of water a day.
Offer your time
With a parent’s permission, volunteer to pick up trash at a nearby park, start a collection drive for recyclable items, or organize a screening of an environmentally themed movie. 10 , you’re not just helping the Earth—you’re making new friends too!
The more people do, the better off our planet will be!
A．Turn off the light
B．By getting involved and working with others
C．it can take over 450 years to break down
D．Limit your water usage
E．To help save even more water, challenge yourself to take a shorter shower
F．Check out these Earth Day ideas to help save the planet any time of year
G．Researchers estimate roughly 15 billion trees in the world are cut down each year
【答案】6．F 7．C 8．G 9．D 10．B
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了关于几项在日常生活中保护地球的措施以响应4月22日世界地球日号召。
6．根据上文“Our planet is an amazing place, but it needs our help to thrive! That’s why each year on April 22, more than a billion people celebrate Earth Day to protect the planet from things like pollution and deforestation. You can celebrate and protect the planet at the same time.(我们的星球是一个神奇的地方，但它需要我们的帮助才能茁壮成长!这就是为什么每年4月22日，超过10亿人庆祝地球日，以保护地球免受污染和森林砍伐等危害。你可以在庆祝的同时保护地球。)”和下文中的小标题可知，空处承上启下，说明要分享一些拯救地球的想法。F项：Check out these Earth Day ideas to help save the planet any time of year.(看看这些地球日的想法，在一年中的任何时候都可以帮助拯救地球。)符合语境。故选F。
7．根据上文“Toilet paper tubes, made from cardboard, take two months to decompose in a landfill. A plastic bottle sticks around for way longer(厕纸筒由硬纸板制成，在垃圾填埋场需要两个月才能分解。一个塑料瓶使用的时间更长)”可知，空处承接上文，说明塑料瓶分解需要的时间。C项：it can take over 450 years to break down.(它需要450年才能分解。)符合语境。故选C。
8．根据下文“so help offset that loss by planting a tree of your own.(因此，通过种植自己的树来帮助抵消损失。)”可知，上文提到了树的损失，G 项中的“roughly 15 billion trees in the world are cut down”和下文中的“loss”对应。G项：Researchers estimate roughly 15 billion trees in the world are cut down each year.(研究人员估计，世界上每年大约有150亿棵树被砍伐。)符合语境。故选G。
9．空处为段落小标题。根据下文“It might seem like it’s everywhere, but clean, drinkable water is a limited resource. In fact, less than one percent of the water on Earth can be used by humans. (The rest is either too salt y or too difficult to access. ) Turning off the faucet when you brush your teeth can conserve up to eight gallons of water a day.(它似乎无处不在，但干净的饮用水是一种有限的资源。事实上，地球上只有不到百分之一的水可以被人类利用。(其余的要么太咸，要么太难获得。)刷牙的时候关掉水龙头，一天可以节约多达8加仑的水。)”可知，本段主要讲述的是要限制用水。D项：Limit your water usage.(限制用水。)符合语境。故选D。
10．根据下文“you’re not just helping the Earth—you’re making new friends too(你不只是在帮助地球，你也在结交新朋友！)”可知，与他人一起参加保护地球的工作，不仅可以帮助地球，还可以结交朋友，B项中的“others”和下文中的“new friends”对应。B项：By getting involved and working with others.(通过参与和与他人一起工作。)符合语境。故选B。
3.（2023上·贵州·高三校联考阶段练习）
How to build a habit in 4 steps
Having established good habits, little to no will power is required to choose wisely. Sounds great, right The only catch is that building good habits takes effort and insight. Here are a few research-backed steps that can set you on the path from where you are to where you want to be.
11 The way you define the goal you hope to turn into a habit does matter. Goals such as “meditate regularly” are too abstract. 12 Don’t say “I’ll meditate regularly.” Say, “I’ll meditate for 15 minutes each day.” Having a bite-size objective makes it less daunting to get started and easier to see your progress.
Make it fun to repeat. Research has shown you’ll persist longer and ultimately achieve more if you focus on finding ways to make goal pursuit fun. Because you are far more likely to stick with something you enjoy. 13
Foster flexibility. A flexible habit means you can still do what you need to even when a wrench is thrown in your first best plans—say, a traffic jam on the way to dropping the kids off at school that gets in the way of your morning meditation. 14 A couple of emergency reserves each week give you the flexibility to miss a day when a real emergency arises without getting discouraged and abandoning your objective entirely.
Find the right kind of social support. 15 Want to start running regularly You’re probably better off joining an established running club. People in the running club have already built the habits you want. You can learn from them about what works and gain friends who will make you feel like a slouch when you slack off.
A．Set a specific goal.
B．Create a detailed, cue-based plan.
C．We’re strongly influenced by the behaviors of the people around us.
D．One way that’s proven useful is by giving yourself “emergency reserves”.
E．Making this kind of plan reduces the chances you’ll forget to follow through.
F．And repetition is key to habit formation, making the experience positive is critical.
G．You’ll benefit from being more specific about what exactly you aim to do and how often.
【答案】11．A 12．G 13．F 14．D 15．C
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了如何养成好习惯的五个方法。
11．下文“The way you define the goal you hope to turn into a habit does matter. (你如何定义你希望变成习惯的目标是很重要的)”可知，设定目标很重要，推断出本段主要介绍了和设定目标相关的内容，A项“设定特殊的目标”做为本段的小标题，符合题意。故选A项。
12．上文“Goals such as “meditate regularly” are too abstract.(诸如“定期冥想”之类的目标过于抽象)”表明大部分人设定的目标太抽象化了，不够具体，而G项“你将受益于更具体地说明你的确切目标和频率”和上文构成内容上的承接，说明当设定的目标太抽象化时，应该选择更确切的目标和频率。故选G项。
13．上文“Make it fun to repeat.(让重复变得有趣)”及上文“Because you are far more likely to stick with something you enjoy.(因为你更有可能坚持你喜欢的东西)”可知，本段主要讲的是让重复变得有趣是因为人只有找到你喜欢的东西才能坚持下去，F项“重复是养成习惯的关键，让体验变得积极至关重要”和上文构成内容上的承接关系。故选F项。
14．上文“A flexible habit means you can still do what you need to even when a wrench is thrown in your first best plans—say, a traffic jam on the way to dropping the kids off at school that gets in the way of your morning meditation.(灵活的习惯意味着，即使在你的第一个最佳计划中遇到了麻烦，你仍然可以做你需要做的事情——比如，在送孩子上学的路上遇到交通堵塞，妨碍了你早上的冥想)”可知，灵活的习惯意味着你可以在遇到麻烦以后仍然可以做你需要做的事情。D项“一种被证明有用的方法是给自己“应急储备””和上文构成内容上的承接，指出了应急储备可以帮助解决以上问题。故选D项。
15．下文“You can learn from them about what works and gain friends who will make you feel like a slouch when you slack off.(你可以向他们学习什么是有效的，并获得朋友，当你松懈时，他们会让你觉得自己懒散)”可知，这个事例说明了我们深受周围人行为的影响，是对C项“我们深受周围人行为的影响”这一观点的举例说明。故选C项。
4.（2023上·重庆·高三重庆巴蜀中学校考期中）
Time is one of the most valuable commodities we have. It is a non-renewable resource that,once lost, cannot be regained. 16 But how we choose to spend it can make or break our lives.
We frequently run out of time in today’s fast-paced world. We have deadlines, appointments and responsibilities to meet within a certain time. 17 We may believe that we have all the time in the world, but before we know it, the day is over, the week is over and another year has passed.
The proverb “time and tide wait for none” reminds us that time is a limited resource that we must make the most of. 18 We should prioritize our tasks, set goals and work towards achieving them. We should avoid procrastination (拖延) and make every moment count.
19 We live in a world where social media, emails and notifications take most of our attention. It is so easy to get sucked into endlessly watching videos or looking at posts. However,if we allow these distractions to take over, we risk wasting valuable time that could be spent on more productive activities.
“Time and tide wait for none” also reminds us that time is valuable and should not be squandered (挥霍). We should treasure every moment and make the most of it. We should spend time with our loved ones, pursue our passions and do things that make us happy. 20
The proverb serves as a powerful reminder of the value of time management. Time is a finite resource that must be used wisely. So, let us all strive to maximise our time and live our lives to the fullest.
A．We all have the same amount of time in a day.
B．Life is too short to waste time on things that don’t matter.
C．Distractions are one of the most difficult challenges we face.
D．It encourages us to be mindful of our time and to use it wisely.
E．It’s all too easy to let time slip away while browsing our news feeds.
F．It illustrates the idea that time is fleeting and it doesn’t wait for anyone.
G．With so much to do, it’s easy to lose track of time and allow it to pass by you.
【答案】16．A 17．G 18．D 19．C 20．B
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了时间的重要性以及建议好好利用时间。
16．根据上文“Time is one of the most valuable commodities we have. It is a non-renewable resource that, once lost, cannot be regained.(时间是我们所拥有的最有价值的商品之一。它是一种不可再生的资源，一旦失去就无法重新获得)”以及后文“But how we choose to spend it can make or break our lives.(但是我们选择如何度过它可以成就我们的生活，也可以毁掉我们的生活)”可知，上文提到了时间的重要性，后文提到了如何度过时间，可知本句主要与所拥有的时间数量有关。故A选项“我们每天的时间都是一样的”符合语境，故选A。
17．根据上文“We frequently run out of time in today’s fast-paced world. We have deadlines, appointments and responsibilities to meet within a certain time.(在当今快节奏的世界里，我们经常没有时间。我们有截止日期、约会和责任要在一定时间内完成)”提到了在当今快节奏的世界里，我们经常没有时间。我们有各种任务要完成；再根据空后句“We may believe that we have all the time in the world, but before we know it, the day is over, the week is over and another year has passed.(我们可能相信我们拥有世界上所有的时间，但在我们意识到之前，一天已经过去了，一周已经过去了，又一年已经过去了)”可知，所以有太多事情要做，一天时间很快就过去了。故G选项“有这么多的事情要做，很容易忘记时间，让时间从你身边溜走”符合语境，故选G。
18．根据上文“The proverb “time and tide wait for none” reminds us that time is a limited resource that we must make the most of.(“时不我待”这句谚语提醒我们，时间是有限的资源，我们必须充分利用)”可知，前句谚语“时不我待”提醒我们时间重要。它鼓励我们注意自己的时间，并好好利用它。故D选项“它鼓励我们注意我们的时间，并明智地利用它”符合语境，故选D。
19．根据后文“We live in a world where social media, emails and notifications take most of our attention. It is so easy to get sucked into endlessly watching videos or looking at posts. However,if we allow these distractions to take over, we risk wasting valuable time that could be spent on more productive activities.(我们生活在一个社交媒体、电子邮件和通知占据了我们大部分注意力的世界。人们很容易沉迷于无休止地看视频或看帖子。然而，如果我们让这些干扰占据了主导，我们就有可能浪费宝贵的时间，而这些时间本可以花在更有成效的活动上)”可知，空后意为我们生活在一个社交媒体、电子邮件和通知占据我们大部分注意力的世界。人们很容易被无休止地看视频或看帖子所吸引，即容易分心。故C选项“分心是我们面临的最困难的挑战之一”符合语境，故选C。
20．根据上文““Time and tide wait for none” also reminds us that time is valuable and should not be squandered (挥霍). We should treasure every moment and make the most of it. We should spend time with our loved ones, pursue our passions and do things that make us happy.( “时不我待”也提醒我们，时间是宝贵的，不应该浪费。我们应该珍惜每一刻，充分利用它。我们应该花时间和我们爱的人在一起，追求我们的激情，做让我们快乐的事情)”提到我们应该花时间与我们所爱的人在一起，追求我们的激情，做让我们快乐的事情，说明要努力最大限度地利用我们的时间，把我们的生活过得最充实。故B选项“人生苦短，不要把时间浪费在无关紧要的事情上”符合语境，故选B。
5.（2023上·山东·高三校联考阶段练习）
What to do after asking your friends R U OK
We all have lots of big feelings. Some days, we feel fantastic and like everything is going our way. 21 Those are the times when we could really use the support of a kind friend. How can we help if we notice a friend isn’t feeling quite themselves We can take time to ask, “Are you OK ” and really listen to what our friends have to say. Remember “ALEC” with these four easy conversation steps:
A—Ask
Maybe your friend is acting a bit different to how they usually would. Maybe they are quieter or not joining in games they usually enjoy. 22 After you do, the next important thing is to really listen to what they have to say.
L—Listen
Let your friends tell you how they feel. 23 Don’t worry about having all the answers, it’s not your job to fix things, and just having someone to listen to them can really help.
E—Encourage action
Help your friend think of a trusted adult they can talk to. Sometimes a listening ear might be all our friends need. Other times their feelings or problems are just too big for friends to manage on their own. The next step of an “R U OK ” conversation is to encourage action. 24
C—Check in
25 The final step is to check back in to see how they are doing in the days and weeks that follow. This might be asking them how they’re feeling, sending a text message, or even just sitting and spending time together so they know they have a friend who really cares.
A．All feelings and emotions are completely normal.
B．If you’re not quite sure how to ask, that’s OK too.
C．Other days we may feel a bit sad, lonely, or defeated.
D．A few days later, ask your friend if they are feeling better.
E．That sounds like a good time to ask them, “Are you OK ”
F．You could suggest they talk to a teacher or another trusted adult.
G．Give them time to speak and explain to you how they are feeling.
【答案】21．C 22．E 23．G 24．F 25．D
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了询问朋友情况的四个步骤“ALEC”。
21．根据后文“Those are the times when we could really use the support of a kind friend.(这些时候，我们真的可以使用一个好朋友的支持)”可知，后文提到了需要朋友支持，说明是心情不好的日子。故C选项“其他日子我们可能会感到有点悲伤、孤独或失败”符合语境，故选C。
22．根据上文“Maybe your friend is acting a bit different to how they usually would. Maybe they are quieter or not joining in games they usually enjoy.(也许你的朋友表现得和他们平时不太一样。也许他们更安静，或者不参加他们通常喜欢的游戏)”以及后文“After you do, the next important thing is to really listen to what they have to say.(在你这样做之后，下一件重要的事情是真正倾听他们要说什么)”可知，本句主要说明面对朋友表现得和平时不一样应该怎么做，故E选项“这听起来是个问他们‘你还好吗？’的好时机”符合语境，故选E。
23．根据上文“Let your friends tell you how they feel.(让你的朋友告诉你他们的感受)”以及后文“Don’t worry about having all the answers, it’s not your job to fix things, and just having someone to listen to them can really help.(不要担心知道所有问题的答案，解决问题不是你的工作，只要有人倾听他们的意见就真的很有帮助)”可知，本句主要说明倾听朋友诉说他们的感受。G选项中how they are feeling对应上文how they feel。故G选项“给他们说话的时间，向你解释他们的感受”符合语境，故选G。
24．根据上文“Other times their feelings or problems are just too big for friends to manage on their own. The next step of an “R U OK ” conversation is to encourage action.(其他时候，他们的感情或问题太大了，朋友们无法独自解决。“你还好吗？”对话是为了鼓励行动)”可知，本句主要说明朋友问题太大无法解决，应该采取什么样的行动。故F选项“你可以建议他们和老师或其他值得信任的成年人谈谈”符合语境，故选F。
25．根据主题“C—Check in (C——查看)”以及后文“The final step is to check back in to see how they are doing in the days and weeks that follow. This might be asking them how they’re feeling, sending a text message, or even just sitting and spending time together so they know they have a friend who really cares.(最后一步是检查他们在接下来的几天或几周内的表现。这可能是问他们感觉如何，发一条短信，甚至只是坐下来共度时光，让他们知道他们有一个真正关心他们的朋友)”可知，本段的主旨是查看朋友几天后是否感觉好些了。故D选项“几天后，问你的朋友他们是否感觉好些了”符合语境，故选D。
6.（2023上·广东·高三金山中学校联考期中）
Teenagers are spending more money than ever. Just last year, 31.6 million teens spent 155 billion, according to the North-brook, Illinois-based market research group Teenage Research Unlimited. 26
Shocked at how much money kids spend Maybe you haven’t checked the price tags lately on some of the younger generation’s must-haves. To some, such luxurious spending on the changeable young might seem unbearable. 27 Timothy Marshall, an associate professor of developmental psychology at Christopher Newport University in Virginia, analyzed the widespread phenomenon after some research.
One factor is surely the sheer power of marketing through mass media. Teenagers are exposed to an estimated 3,000 advertisements each day. Combine the ads with programming itself, like the fashion-, music- and skin-filled shows on MTV, and you’ve got a large number of messages telling kids what they should own if they want to fit in.
Many working parents probably compensate by spending money on their kids. 28 But also, spending money is often more convenient in our fast-paced society than going to baseball games or other activities.
For many families, of course, keeping up with their children’s costly demands for designer clothing, CDs, and concert tickets is a financial impossibility. Marshall says, even for those families who can afford such luxurious spending, striking a compromise between spoiling the kids and denying them is tricky, but possible.
29 Instead of just giving children the toys or clothing they desire, give them an allowance and show them how they can save up for whatever they want. And don’t be afraid to just say no. Most of the parents are working nine-to-five or even working overtime to make ends meet. Therefore, shoulder the responsibility of instructing the kids to tell right from wrong, and developing healthy habits of spending money is of great importance. 30
A．Why do some parents give in
B．How did they persuade parents to pay
C．Teaching kids how to budget and save is key.
D．Kids shouldn’t always take money for granted.
E．Much of that money, of course, comes from parents.
F．We need to step up and tell kids where the boundaries are.
G．There is probably some guilt involved in not spending enough time at home.
【答案】26．E 27．A 28．G 29．C 30．F
【导语】本文是说明文。文章介绍了父母给青少年大量零花钱来满足他们的消费习惯这一现象并给出相关建议。
26．根据上文“Teenagers are spending more money than ever. Just last year, 31.6 million teens spent 155 billion, according to the North-brook, Illinois-based market research group Teenage Research Unlimited.(青少年比以往任何时候都花更多的钱。据总部位于伊利诺伊州诺斯布鲁克的市场研究机构“青少年无限研究”称，仅去年一年，就有3160万青少年消费了1550亿美元)”可知，上文提到青少年比过去花了更多的钱，并列举了数据。根据下文中提到的青少年花钱的原因与父母有关以及父母该怎么做，需引出钱是父母的。故E选项“当然，这些钱大部分来自父母”符合语境，故选E。
27．根据上文“Shocked at how much money kids spend Maybe you haven’t checked the price tags lately on some of the younger generation’s must-haves. To some, such luxurious spending on the changeable young might seem unbearable.(孩子们花这么多钱震惊了吗？也许你最近没有看过一些年轻一代必备品的价格标签。对一些人来说，在多变的年轻人身上如此奢侈的消费似乎难以忍受)”可知，第二段讲到一些奢侈的花销是不可忍受的，但家长仍然付钱了，结合下文“Timothy Marshall, an associate professor of developmental psychology at Christopher Newport University in Virginia, analyzed the widespread phenomenon after some research.(蒂莫西·马歇尔(Timothy Marshall)是弗吉尼亚州克里斯托弗·纽波特大学(Christopher Newport University)发展心理学副教授，经过一些研究后，他分析了这一普遍现象)”表明教授对于这一现象做出研究，故本句设问提出：为什么父母会允许孩子花这么多钱。故A选项“为什么有些父母会让步？”符合语境，故选A。
28．根据上文“Many working parents probably compensate by spending money on their kids.(许多有工作的父母可能会把钱花在孩子身上作为补偿)”以及后文“But also, spending money is often more convenient in our fast-paced society than going to baseball games or other activities.(而且，在我们这个快节奏的社会里，花钱往往比参加棒球比赛或其他活动更方便)”可知，本段主要讲家长为孩子花钱的一个原因——心理补偿。故G选项“没有足够的时间待在家里可能会有负罪感”符合语境，说明补偿的原因。故选G。
29．根据后文“Instead of just giving children the toys or clothing they desire, give them an allowance and show them how they can save up for whatever they want. And don’t be afraid to just say no. Most of the parents are working nine-to-five or even working overtime to make ends meet. Therefore, shoulder the responsibility of instructing the kids to tell right from wrong, and developing healthy habits of spending money is of great importance.(不要只给孩子想要的玩具或衣服，给他们零花钱，告诉他们如何攒钱买他们想要的东西。不要害怕说不。大多数父母都是朝九晚五的工作，甚至加班来维持生计。因此，肩负起教育孩子辨别是非的责任，培养健康的花钱习惯是非常重要的)”可知，本段主要讲家长应如何解决孩子花钱过多的问题：给零花钱但教会孩子省着花钱。 本空在段首，为全段的总起句，C选项的budget（谨慎花钱）与本段大意呼应。故C选项“教孩子如何谨慎花钱和储蓄是关键。”符合语境，故选C。
30．根据上文“Therefore, shoulder the responsibility of instructing the kids to tell right from wrong, and developing healthy habits of spending money is of great importance.(因此，肩负起教育孩子辨别是非的责任，培养健康的花钱习惯是非常重要的)”可知，本段主要讲家长应如何解决孩子花钱过多的问题，得出结论：家长要承担引导孩子、培养良好习惯。F选项中we指代parents，故F选项“我们需要站出来，告诉孩子们界限在哪里”符合语境，故选F。
7.（2023·四川宜宾·统考一模）
Have you ever argued with a friend, and said or done something you regretted Sometimes it can be hard to put things right, especially when feelings have been hurt. Apologizing can understand why you fell out in the first place. 31
Why do we argue
You might think your football team is fantastic but your friend disagrees; or you don’t want someone joining in your game. Sometimes, especially if you’re angry, things can be out of control and you’ll say or do something you regret. 32 . Arguing and disagreeing with others occasionally is normal — we all do it — but it’s important to resolve your differences afterwards so bad feelings don’t get worse. This is where an apology can help.
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We all make mistakes, and apologizing is a way of admitting we’ve got something wrong and will try not to do it again. Dr Jennifer Thomas, a psychologist, believes an apology needs to show the other person that we’re genuinely sorry. Meanwhile, we accept responsibility for our actions and want forgiveness.
What if it’s not my fault
Sometimes another person may pressure you into taking the blame when it’s not your fault. If you feel this is happening, you had better communicate with them. 34 . If you still can’t agree, you could ask a parent or teacher to help you resolve the problem.
Does apologizing always work
Sorry on its own might not always be enough, so try to ask the other person how they felt while you were arguing. Explain your side too, and make it clear you’ll try not to repeat the same mistake again. 35 . It may take time for someone to understand and forgive. Even after you’ve said sorry, you could still feel bad but you can feel good about trying to fix things and promising yourself to do better next time.
A．What does saying sorry mean
B．We argue for all kinds of reasons
C．What do we make mistakes in life
D．A genuine apology isn’t a magic wand
E．Here are some ways to apologize to others
F．Knowing how to apologize can help you become friends again
G．Try talking about why you argue at first and explain your feeling
【答案】31．F 32．B 33．A 34．G 35．D
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。该文章主要介绍了争吵和内疚的感觉，以及道歉的重要性，尤其是在解决尴尬的情况下。该文章还提出了一些道歉的方式，如承认错误，真诚地向对方道歉，以及试图不再犯同样的错误等。最后，文章提醒我们即使道歉了，也可能需要时间来获得对方的理解和原谅。
31．根据前文“Have you ever argued with a friend, and said or done something you regretted Sometimes it can be hard to put things right, especially when feelings have been hurt. Apologizing can understand why you fell out in the first place.(你有没有和朋友争吵过，并做出了你后悔的言行？有时候想要弥补过错是很困难的，特别是当感情受到伤害时。道歉可以让对方理解你们为什么会陷入争吵。)”可知，此处强调针对于曾经伤害朋友，与朋友吵架，道歉可以让对方明白为什么你们会陷入争吵即强调道歉的好处。F选项“Knowing how to apologize can help you become friends again(知道如何道歉可以帮助你们再次成为朋友)”承上启下，指出道歉的好处，同时需要引起下文，指出我们应该如何道歉，符合语境。故选F。
32．根据本段段旨“Why do we argue ( 我们为什么要争论？)”以及空前“ Sometimes, especially if you’re angry, things can be out of control and you’ll say or do something you regret.(有时候，特别是当你生气的时候，事情可能会失去控制，你会说或做一些让你后悔的事情。)”可知，此处介绍发生争论的原因。B选项“We argue for all kinds of reasons(我们有各种各样的理由争论)”承接前文，我们是有着各种各样的理由来争吵的，争论的原因可以是多样的，符合语境。故选B。
33．根据后文“ Dr Jennifer Thomas, a psychologist, believes an apology needs to show the other person that we’re genuinely sorry. Meanwhile, we accept responsibility for our actions and want forgiveness.(心理学家詹妮弗·托马斯博士认为，道歉需要向对方表明我们真的很抱歉。同时，我们为自己的行为承担责任，希望得到原谅。)”可知，此处强调向别人道歉，说对不起的目的和意义是什么即道歉需要向对方表明我们真的很抱歉。同时，我们为自己的行为承担责任，希望得到原谅。A选项“What does saying sorry mean(说对不起是什么意思)”可知，本段强调向别人说抱歉，说对不起的意思或者最终的目的是什么，概括本段主要内容，符合语境。故选A。
34．根据前文“If you feel this is happening, you had better communicate with them. (如果你觉得这种情况正在发生，你最好与他们沟通。)”可知，此处强调如果发生争吵，要与朋友进行沟通。G选项“Try talking about why you argue at first and explain your feeling(试着谈谈为什么你们一开始会争吵，并解释你的感受)”中解释自己的感受则为沟通的过程，承接前文，符合语境。故选G。
35．根据后文“ It may take time for someone to understand and forgive.(别人的理解和原谅可能需要时间。)”可知，有时候真挚的道歉并不一定能够得到朋友的原谅。因为别人的理解和原谅可能需要时间。D选项“A genuine apology isn’t a magic wand(真诚的道歉不是魔法棒)”引起下文，指出真挚的道歉不是魔法棒，即道歉之后不一定能够得到朋友的原谅，该选项中A genuine apology与后文的it形成呼应，符合语境。故选D。
8.（2023上·辽宁·高三校联考期中）
How to Welcome Change in Your Life
Do you embrace the road you are now on or resist and avoid change at all costs when a recent event has shaken you greatly Here are things you can do in the midst of uncertainty to choose differently to change the track of your life.
Don’t react.
What do we do when we don’t know what to do First, stop, take a deep breath and don’t do anything. 36 It is having faith and trusting what you do know in the unknown.
Reflect on the past.
Another activity is to recall times in your life when you were faced with an unknown. Then, think about how you handled the situation. 37 Use your past experiences to bring you strength, and to remind you what you are capable of.
Make conscious decisions.
38 However, more possibilities open up when we are at peace. Go over your list of what ifs and make a more balanced list of the best and worst situations possible. Then talk to loved ones about what you would do in each situation and the choices you do have.
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We often see fears as our greatest enemy, yet they provide us with an enormous opportunity for self-growth. What if we were to see them as friends who want to help us become a better person Let your fears help you instead of hurting you. Then, write down what comes to you. 40
A．Don’t panic.
B．Befriend your fears.
C．You may be surprised by the answers.
D．When we are fearful, our options seem limited.
E．Then try to feel at ease with the state of “not knowing”.
F．Learning from past failures helps you make better decisions.
G．Remembering these incidents will remind you that you’ve gone through difficult situations.
【答案】36．E 37．G 38．D 39．B 40．C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了如何迎接生活中的变化，选择不同的方式来改变你的生活轨迹。
36．根据前文“What do we do when we don’t know what to do First, stop, take a deep breath and don’t do anything.(当我们不知道该做什么的时候，我们该怎么办 首先，停下来，深呼吸，什么都不做)”可知，本段主要讲述了不知道该做什么的时候，我们应该怎么办，所以E项“Then try to feel at ease with the state of “not knowing”.(然后试着对“不知道”的状态感到自在)”符合本段主题，其中not knowing为同词复现，且和前文构成顺承关系。故选E。
37．本段的主旨是“Reflect on the past.(反思过去)”，根据上文“Another activity is to recall times in your life when you were faced with an unknown. Then, think about how you handled the situation.(另一项活动是回忆你生命中面对未知事物的时候。然后，想想你是如何处理这种情况的)”可知，空处应陈述回忆过去经的历的好处。G项“Remembering these incidents will remind you that you’ve gone through difficult situations.(记住这些事件会提醒你，你曾经经历过困难的处境)”符合语境。故选G。
38．根据下文“However, more possibilities open up when we are at peace.(然而，当我们处于平和状态时，可能会有更多的可能性)”可知，However在这里是关键词，上下文是转折关系。由此推知，空处陈述与平和相反的情况，即恐惧时，选择就少。D项“When we are fearful, our options seem limited.(当我们害怕时，我们的选择似乎是有限的)”符合语境，故选D。
39．此空是一个小标题，结合前后段落的标题，可知应为祈使句。根据下文“We often see fears as our greatest enemy, yet they provide us with an enormous opportunity for self-growth.(我们经常把恐惧看作是我们最大的敌人，然而，它们为我们提供了一个自我成长的巨大机会)”可知，本段建议我们不要把恐惧看成敌人，要做朋友。B项“Befriend your fears.(与恐惧交朋友)”，fears是关键词，且是祈使句。故选B。
40．根据上文“What if we were to see them as friends who want to help us become a better person Let your fears help you instead of hurting you. Then, write down what comes to you.(如果我们把他们视为希望帮助我们成为更好的人的朋友呢？让恐惧帮助你而不是伤害你。然后，写下你所想到的)”可知，上文提出了两个问题，且让我们写下自己想到的。由此推知，空处内容与上两个问题和写下的内容相关。C项“You may be surprised by the answers.(你可能会对答案感到惊讶)”符合语境，answers是关键词。故选C。
9.（2023上·江苏·高三校联考期中）
Having a business in retirement has numerous advantages. You can generate the extra income. And as your own boss, you will have the flexibility. Also, you’ll have the opportunity to learn new things and meet new people. 41 Here are the tips.
Understand your target market. Before starting your business, conduct market research to know the actual demand for your product or service. The demand for your business’s offerings can significantly influence its success. 42 With this information, you’ll be able to tailor your services and products to suit your customers’ needs.
Consider your financial needs. 43 But they are usually the most challenging. Without sufficient financial resources, your business may have a hard time finding its footing. When determining your financial needs, you must be realistic.
44 Startups usually have personal investments by business owners. If you have adequate savings from your working years, you may want to use them to fun d your business venture. Otherwise, you can explore an alternative funding source like a loan.
Have a business plan. Many small business owners underestimate the importance of a business plan. 45 But this is not true. Although business plans take a long time to develop and require a significant amount of research and data, they are essential for both small and large enterprises.
A．Look at your funding sources.
B．Find business cooperation if necessary.
C．They feel it’s unnecessary and a waste of time.
D．So how can you turn this fantasy into a success
E．You are able to seek outside funding for your venture.
F．When starting a new business, you may want enough funds.
G．Identify your target customers and their purchasing preferences.
【答案】41．D 42．G 43．F 44．A 45．C
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要就如何创业成功提出了一些建议。
41．根据上文“Having a business in retirement has numerous advantages. You can generate the extra income. And as your own boss, you will have the flexibility. Also, you’ll have the opportunity to learn new things and meet new people.(退休后创业有很多好处。你可以产生额外的收入。作为自己的老板，你会有很大的灵活性。此外，你将有机会学习新事物，结识新朋友)”以及下文“这里是一下建议”可知，本句为过渡句，承上启下说明如何将创业变成现实，故D选项“那么你怎样才能把这个幻想变成成功呢？”符合语境，故选D。
42．根据后文“With this information, you’ll be able to tailor your services and products to suit your customers’ needs.(有了这些信息，你就可以定制你的服务和产品来满足客户的需求)”可知，本句主要说明满足客户需求之前先要确定目标客户和偏好。故G选项“确定你的目标客户和他们的购买偏好”符合语境，说明的就是下文的this information，故选G。
43．根据上文“Consider your financial needs.(考虑你的财务需求)”以及后文“But they are usually the most challenging. Without sufficient financial resources, your business may have a hard time finding its footing. When determining your financial needs, you must be realistic.(但它们通常是最具挑战性的。如果没有足够的资金来源，你的生意可能很难站稳脚跟。在确定你的财务需求时，你必须现实一点)”可知，本句主要说明创业需要足够的资金。故F选项“当你开始一项新事业时，你可能需要足够的资金”符合语境，故选F。
44．根据本段内容“Startups usually have personal investments by business owners. If you have adequate savings from your working years, you may want to use them to fun d your business venture. Otherwise, you can explore an alternative funding source like a loan.(创业公司通常有企业主的个人投资。如果你在工作期间有足够的积蓄，你可能想用它们来为你的商业冒险提供乐趣。否则，您可以探索其他资金来源，如贷款)”可知，本段的主旨是查看资金来源，A选项中funding sources对应后文funding source。故A选项“看看你的资金来源”符合语境，故选A。
45．根据上文“Many small business owners underestimate the importance of a business plan.(许多小企业主低估了商业计划的重要性)”可知，本句承接上文说明低估商业计划重要性的原因：觉得没有必要，而且浪费时间。故C选项“他们觉得没有必要，而且浪费时间”符合语境，故选C。
10.（2023上·广东韶关·高三统考期中）
According to some recent research, healthy, stable friendships can protect against depression and anxiety, increase life satisfaction, and improve health. Those who don’t have strong social connections, meanwhile, have a risk of disease. 46 . How can they achieve it Some experts have shared their favorite ways as follows.
Invest time consistently
Making time for the people you care about and having shared experiences play an essential role in deepening friendships. 47 . So you are supposed to invest time and effort. If you find you continually fail to put in time with your friends, add a section for connection to your to-do list and take action.
Get vulnerable.
One way to grow stronger friendships is allowing yourself to be weak. Start by sharing small opinions, and then dive even deeper by telling your friends what you’re currently struggling with and what scares you. 48 .And eventually, you and your friends will be closer together.
Mix in something new
49 .That goes for both conversations and activities. Carve out moments of communication that you and your friends are familiar with. And brainstorm new adventures you can take on together, like traveling to your shared dream destination or joining a sport team.
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Every friendship will unavoidably arrive at some situation2024年新高考英语二轮复习【培优小题狂练】
专题31阅读理解七选五逻辑关系类讲义（考情+技法+真题+模拟）原卷版
【近年高考考情】
一、总分关系
调研1【2016全国I卷】
调研2【2013全国I卷】
二、解释关系
调研3【2019全国II卷】
调研4【2018全国II卷】
三、例证关系
调研5【2023新高考I卷】
调研6【2017北京卷】
调研7【2020新高考卷】
四、并列关系
调研8【2016全国II卷】
调研9【2020新高考卷】
调研10【2020全国III卷】
五、递进关系
调研11【2023全国甲卷】
调研12【2017北京卷】
六、转折关系
调研13【2022全国乙卷】
调研14【2019全国II卷】
调研15【2019全国I卷】
调研16【2016全国II卷】
调研17【2017全国III卷】
七、因果关系
调研18【2017北京卷】
调研19【2020新高考卷】
【实用解题妙招】
第一招：关注空前空后信号词
第二招：关注段落小标题影响
第三招：落实瞻前顾后微技能
一、总分关系
调研1【2016全国I卷】
There are three main types of cryptography. 37 For example, the first letters of “My elephant eats too many eels” spell out the hidden message “Meet me.”
E. You can hide a message by having the first letters of each word spell it out.
调研2【2013全国I卷】
Business management is a term used to describe the techniques of planning, direction, and control of the operations of a business. 38 One is the establishment (制定) of broad basic policies with respect to production; sales; the purchase of equipment, materials and supplies; and accounting. 39 The third relates to the establishment of standards of work in all departments. Direction is concerned primarily with supervision(监管) and guidance by the management in authority. 40
A. Control includes the use of records and reports to compare actual work with the set standards for work.
B. In this connection there is the difference between top management and operative management.
C. Examples of nonprofit businesses include such organizations as social service agencies and many hospitals.
D. However, some businesses only seek to earn enough to cover their operating costs.
E. The second aspect relates to the application of these policies by departments.
F. In the theory of business management, organization has two main aspects.
G. Planning in business management has three main aspects.
二、解释关系
调研3【2019全国II卷】
Another way of setting realistic goals is to analyze your short and long term objectives, keeping in mind your beliefs, values and strengths. Remember that goals are flexible. 39 They also need to be measurable. You must keep these points in mind while setting your goals.
E. They can change according to circumstances.
调研4【2018全国II卷】
__39__ Studies found that people who woke up early for exercise slept better than those who exercised in the evening. Exercise energizes you，so it is more difficult to relax and have a peaceful sleep when you are very excited.
B. Your quality of sleep improves.
三、例证关系
调研5【2023新高考I卷】
In a journal or on a piece of paper, put the heading “Personal strengths.” 37 Are you caring Creative Generous A good listener Fun to be around They don’t have to be world-changing, just aspects of your personality that you’re proud of.
A. A little self-forgiveness also goes a long way.
B. Now list all the characteristics you like about yourself.
C. They might even like to have a go at doing the exercise.
D. It’s just as important to show yourself some forgiveness.
E. It doesn’t mean you have to ignore what’s happened or forget it.
F. Whatever it is, no matter how small it might seem, write it down.
G. Whatever the mistake, remember it isn’t a fixed aspect of your personality.
调研6【2017北京卷】
Now we have the most direct evidence yet that he is right. 74 The synapses in the mice taken at the end of a period of sleep were 18 per cent smaller than those taken before sleep, showing that the connections between neurons weaken while sleeping.
G. Tononi's team measured the size of these connections, or synapses, in the brains of 12 mice.
调研7【2020新高考卷】
Never mind that most travelers nowadays have smart phones with built－in alarm clocks.__17__ Here are some examples. At the Wolcott Hotel, if a wake－up call is unanswered, they will send an employee to your door. At Las Ventanas al Paraiso, an employee shows up at your room to wake you up with tea, coffee and breakfast bread. At the Mandarin Oriental, a person rather than an automated system will call to wake you up.
F. The human wake－up call is a way to personalize a guest’s stay.
四、并列关系
调研8【2016全国II卷】
Some people may think that a garden is no more than plants, flowers, patterns and masses of color. Others are concerned about using gardening methods that require less water and fewer fertilizers (肥料). 18 However, there are a number of other reasons that might explain why you want to garden. One of them comes from our earliest years.
E. Still others may simply enjoy being outdoors and close to plants.
调研9【2020新高考卷】
Your goal is not to be a perfect public speaker.__19__ And like everything else in life，that takes practice. Remember, even world champion athletes practice their skills on a consistent basis.
B. You want to be an effective public speaker.
调研10【2020全国III卷】
A housewarming party is a special party to be held when someone buys or moves into a new apartment or house. The person who bought the house or moved is the one who throws the party. The party is a chance for friends and family to congratulate the person on the new home. ___36___ And it is good time to fill the new space with love and hopefully presents.
E. It also gives people a chance to see what the new home looks like.
五、递进关系
调研11【2023全国甲卷】
●Practice gratitude (感激)
Thankfulness has a lot of benefits: Research shows it makes us happier, less stressed and even more optimistic. 37 . “Showing thankfulness can foster self-control,” said Ye Li, researcher at the University of California.
A. Find your causes
B. Start with small tasks
C. Accept the uncomfortable
D. All this adds up to a state of hurry
E. It can also help us practice more patience
F. This is merely uncomfortable, not intolerable
G. They’re all situations where we could use a little extra patience
调研12【2017北京卷】
Every animal sleeps, but the reason for this has remained foggy. When lab rats are not allowed to sleep, they die within a month. 71
C. Similarly, when people go for a few days without sleeping, they get sick.
六、转折关系
调研13【2022全国乙卷】
·Don’t rely on technology alone
_ 40 , but long-distance friendships — even close ones — may require more conscious effort to sustain. Try to seek out chances to renew friendships. How to do it Just spend face-to-face time together whenever possible.
A. Remember important dates
B. Compensate by writing letters
C. It is also helpful for you to be a friendship keeper
D. Try to find a time that works for both of you and stick to it
E. Friends need to talk about their preferred methods of communication
F. It is easy to have a sense of connectedness through social media
G. You may be the friend who left or the one who was left behind
调研14【2019全国II卷】
Your personal circumstances are equally important. For example, you may want to be a pilot but can't become one because your eyesight is not good enough. 40 You should reassess your goals, and motivate yourself to set a fresh goal.
C. However，this should not discourage you.
调研15【2019全国I卷】
__40__While the sun’s rays can age and harm our skin，they also give us beneficial Vitamin D. To make sure you get enough Vitamin D—but still protect your skin—put on sunscreen right as you head outside. It takes sunscreen about fifteen minutes to start working，and that’s plenty of time for your skin to absorb a day’s worth of Vitamin D.
D. Another side benefit of getting fresh air is sunlight.
调研16【2016全国II卷】
Our model of what a garden should be often goes back to childhood. Grandma's rose garden and Dad's vegetable garden might be good or bad, but that's not what's important. 19 — how being in those gardens made us feel. If you'd like to build a powerful bond with your garden, start by taking some time to recall the gardens of your youth. 20.For each of those gardens, write down the strongest memory you have. Then go outside and work out a plan to translate your childhood memories into your grown up garden. Have fun.
C. It's our experience of the garden that matters.
调研17【2017全国III卷】
Keep a record and evaluate it weekly. Keep track of your efforts and write down how you feel. After you’ve tried a new method for a week，take a look at your record.__20__ If not，take another look at other methods you could try.
E. If the steps you take are working，keep it up.
七、因果关系
调研18【2017北京卷】
One idea is that sleep helps us strengthen new memories. 72 We know that, while awake, fresh memories are recorded by reinforcing (加强) connections between brain cells, but the memory processes that take place while we sleep have been unclear.
E. That's why students do better in tests if they get a chance to sleep after learning.
调研19【2020新高考卷】
Even the most successful public speaker will make mistakes. Yet, the only one who cares about any mistake is the one who is speaking. People’s attention wanders constantly. In fact. most people only absorb about 20 percent of a speaker’s message. So, don’t stop speaking when you make a mistake unless it’s a truly serious one.__18__
C. You don’t need to apologize for a minor slip.
【高考真题再练】
1.（2020全国I卷）
A Few Tips for Self-Acceptance
We all want it to accept and love ourselves. But at times it seems too difficult and too far out of reach. 36 Here’s a handful of ways that will set you in the right direction.
● 37 Do not follow the people who make you feel not-good-enough. Why do you follow them Are you hoping that eventually you will feel empowered because your life is better than theirs Know that your life is your own; you are the only you in this world.
●Forgive yourself for mistakes that you have made. We are often ashamed of our shortcomings, our mistakes and our failures. 38 You will make mistakes, time and time again. Rather than getting caught up in how you could have done better, why not offer yourself a compassionate (有同情心) response “That didn’t go as planned. But, I tried my best.”
●Recognize all of your strengths. Write them down in a journal. Begin to train your brain to look at strength before weakness. List all of your accomplishments and achievements. You have a job, earned your degree, and you got out of bed today. 39
●Now that you’ve listed your strengths, list your imperfections. Turn the page in your journal. Put into words why you feel unworthy, why you don’t feel good enough. Now, read these words back to yourself. 40 Turn to a page in your journal to your list of strengths and achievements. See how awesome you are
A. Feeling upset again
B. Where do you start
C. Nothing is too small to celebrate.
D. Remember, you are only human.
E Set an intention for self-acceptance.
F. Stop comparing yourself with others.
G. When does the comparison game start
2.（2020全国II卷）
Emoji（表情符号）and Workplace Communication
In Asia, messaging platforms are growing rapidly, with users in the hundreds of millions, both at work and play. 36 . It’s been reported that 76 percent of employees in some western countries are using emojis at work.
Written communications can often read as cold and dull. Using emojis can add humor and feeling, keeping intention clear. 37 , encouraging better and more frequent communication.
In any given office, employees can range from age 22 to 70 and beyond, and finding common ground in communication style can be a challenge. 38 .
While the younger generations prefer to communicate visually, for those used to working with traditional tools like email, it may feel like a learning curve（曲线）. The good news is that it’s simple to learn and can be worth the effort.
There is also the matter of tone（语气）. Who hasn’t received an email so annoying that it ruined an entire day 39 . Emoji can help communication feel friendlier, and even a serious note can be softened with an encouraging smile.
40 , and emoji can contribute directly to that positive outcome. And when your employees begin adding smiling emojis to their business communication, you’ll know you have succeeded in improving your work culture.
A. Message with emojis feel more conversational
B. Even a formal email can seem cold and unfriendly
C. Sending smiling faces to colleagues may seem strange
D. The popularity of these platforms is spreading globally
E. Giving employees the tools enables them to communicate honestly
F. Studies show that friendlier communication leads to a happier workplace
G. An easy way to bring all work generations together is with a chat platform
3.（2020全国III卷）
A housewarming party is a special party to be held when someone buys or moves into a new apartment or house. The person who bought the house or moved is the one who throws the panty. The party is a chance for friends and family to congratulate the person on the new home. 36 And it is good time to fill the new space with love and hopefully presents.
37 Some people register a list of things they want or need for their new home at a local or store or stores. Some common things people will put on a gift registry include kitchen tools like knives and things like curtains. Even if there isn’t a registry, a good housewarming gift is something to decorate the new house with, like a piece of art or a plant.
38 This is often appreciated since at a housewarming there isn’t a lot of food served. There are usually no planned activities like games at a housewarming party. The host or hostess of the party will, however, probably give all the guests a tour of their new home. Sometimes, because a housewarming party happens shortly after a person moves into their new home, people may be asked to help unpack boxes. 39
Housewarming parties get their name from the fact that a long time ago people would actually bring firewood to a new home as a gift. 40 Now most homes have central heating and don’t use fires to keep warm.
A. This isn’t usual though.
B. It is traditional to bring a gift to a housewarming party.
C. You can also bring food or drinks to share with the other guests.
D. If you’re lucky enough to receive gifts, keep them in a safe place.
E. It also gives people a chance to see what the new home looks like.
F. The best housewarming parties encourage old friends to get together.
G. This was so that the person could keep their home warm for the winter.
【名校好题强化】
1.（2023上·陕西汉中·高三统考阶段练习）
It’s normal for friends to experience conflict, disagreements, and even fight. You can’t always agree on everything. Most times conflict with a friend is easily solved. But in some cases, the disagreement and the conflict grow leading to anger, sadness and even the end of a friendship. Learning to handle the conflict with friends in a healthy way is beneficial for both sides. 1 .
Calm down.
The first thing is to calm down. 2 . Prevent further damage to the relationship by taking a moment to calm down. Get some alone time. Tell your friend that you need a moment to clear your head. You can either go for a walk or just take a warm bath.
3 .
It may feel as if it helps you explain your concerns more thoroughly if you bring in related examples from past events. Avoid this at all costs. Past issues for discussion only make things worse. Remember it’s important to focus on the issue at hand, not past events.
Work towards a compromise.
Unfortunately, some people believe that a compromise means a “lose/lose situation” because each person has to give up something. While this is true, every healthy relationship usually involves compromise and adjusting to others’ needs or wants. 4 . Just “give a little” to allow your friend to “get a little”.
Be careful of unhealthy friendships.
It’s generally a good idea to work through conflicts with friends. But it isn’t in your best interest if the friendship causes more harm than good. 5 , you need to re-evaluate if this friendship is worth keeping and consider when to walk away.
A．It takes two to make it work
B．In a heated situation, it’s easy to say or do things we later regret
C．Avoid explaining your concerns repeatedly
D．Remain on the current matter
E．Here are some tips
F．It’s important to surround yourself with people who positively influence your life
G．If you are in a friendship that is based more on conflict or you are the one always apologizing
2.（2022上·贵州贵阳·高三校联考阶段练习）
Our planet is an amazing place, but it needs our help to thrive! That’s why each year on April 22, more than a billion people celebrate Earth Day to protect the planet from things like pollution and deforestation. You can celebrate and protect the planet at the same time. 6 .
Become a waste warrior
The number of garbage trucks Americans fill each year would stretch halfway to the moon. Toilet paper tubes, made from cardboard, take two months to decompose in a landfill. A plastic bottle sticks around for way longer and 7 ! But instead of turning to the trash bin, you could turn these items into an awesome telescope or a flower planter. Before you throw something away, think about whether it can be recycled or repurposed.
Plant a tree
8 , so help offset that loss by planting a tree of your own. Trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen for people to breathe. They also provide shelter and food for animals such as squirrels and owls.
9
It might seem like it’s everywhere, but clean, drinkable water is a limited resource. In fact, less than one percent of the water on Earth can be used by humans. (The rest is either too salt y or too difficult to access. ) Turning off the faucet when you brush your teeth can conserve up to eight gallons of water a day.
Offer your time
With a parent’s permission, volunteer to pick up trash at a nearby park, start a collection drive for recyclable items, or organize a screening of an environmentally themed movie. 10 , you’re not just helping the Earth—you’re making new friends too!
The more people do, the better off our planet will be!
A．Turn off the light
B．By getting involved and working with others
C．it can take over 450 years to break down
D．Limit your water usage
E．To help save even more water, challenge yourself to take a shorter shower
F．Check out these Earth Day ideas to help save the planet any time of year
G．Researchers estimate roughly 15 billion trees in the world are cut down each year
3.（2023上·贵州·高三校联考阶段练习）
How to build a habit in 4 steps
Having established good habits, little to no will power is required to choose wisely. Sounds great, right The only catch is that building good habits takes effort and insight. Here are a few research-backed steps that can set you on the path from where you are to where you want to be.
11 The way you define the goal you hope to turn into a habit does matter. Goals such as “meditate regularly” are too abstract. 12 Don’t say “I’ll meditate regularly.” Say, “I’ll meditate for 15 minutes each day.” Having a bite-size objective makes it less daunting to get started and easier to see your progress.
Make it fun to repeat. Research has shown you’ll persist longer and ultimately achieve more if you focus on finding ways to make goal pursuit fun. Because you are far more likely to stick with something you enjoy. 13
Foster flexibility. A flexible habit means you can still do what you need to even when a wrench is thrown in your first best plans—say, a traffic jam on the way to dropping the kids off at school that gets in the way of your morning meditation. 14 A couple of emergency reserves each week give you the flexibility to miss a day when a real emergency arises without getting discouraged and abandoning your objective entirely.
Find the right kind of social support. 15 Want to start running regularly You’re probably better off joining an established running club. People in the running club have already built the habits you want. You can learn from them about what works and gain friends who will make you feel like a slouch when you slack off.
A．Set a specific goal.
B．Create a detailed, cue-based plan.
C．We’re strongly influenced by the behaviors of the people around us.
D．One way that’s proven useful is by giving yourself “emergency reserves”.
E．Making this kind of plan reduces the chances you’ll forget to follow through.
F．And repetition is key to habit formation, making the experience positive is critical.
G．You’ll benefit from being more specific about what exactly you aim to do and how often.
4.（2023上·重庆·高三重庆巴蜀中学校考期中）
Time is one of the most valuable commodities we have. It is a non-renewable resource that,once lost, cannot be regained. 16 But how we choose to spend it can make or break our lives.
We frequently run out of time in today’s fast-paced world. We have deadlines, appointments and responsibilities to meet within a certain time. 17 We may believe that we have all the time in the world, but before we know it, the day is over, the week is over and another year has passed.
The proverb “time and tide wait for none” reminds us that time is a limited resource that we must make the most of. 18 We should prioritize our tasks, set goals and work towards achieving them. We should avoid procrastination (拖延) and make every moment count.
19 We live in a world where social media, emails and notifications take most of our attention. It is so easy to get sucked into endlessly watching videos or looking at posts. However,if we allow these distractions to take over, we risk wasting valuable time that could be spent on more productive activities.
“Time and tide wait for none” also reminds us that time is valuable and should not be squandered (挥霍). We should treasure every moment and make the most of it. We should spend time with our loved ones, pursue our passions and do things that make us happy. 20
The proverb serves as a powerful reminder of the value of time management. Time is a finite resource that must be used wisely. So, let us all strive to maximise our time and live our lives to the fullest.
A．We all have the same amount of time in a day.
B．Life is too short to waste time on things that don’t matter.
C．Distractions are one of the most difficult challenges we face.
D．It encourages us to be mindful of our time and to use it wisely.
E．It’s all too easy to let time slip away while browsing our news feeds.
F．It illustrates the idea that time is fleeting and it doesn’t wait for anyone.
G．With so much to do, it’s easy to lose track of time and allow it to pass by you.
5.（2023上·山东·高三校联考阶段练习）
What to do after asking your friends R U OK
We all have lots of big feelings. Some days, we feel fantastic and like everything is going our way. 21 Those are the times when we could really use the support of a kind friend. How can we help if we notice a friend isn’t feeling quite themselves We can take time to ask, “Are you OK ” and really listen to what our friends have to say. Remember “ALEC” with these four easy conversation steps:
A—Ask
Maybe your friend is acting a bit different to how they usually would. Maybe they are quieter or not joining in games they usually enjoy. 22 After you do, the next important thing is to really listen to what they have to say.
L—Listen
Let your friends tell you how they feel. 23 Don’t worry about having all the answers, it’s not your job to fix things, and just having someone to listen to them can really help.
E—Encourage action
Help your friend think of a trusted adult they can talk to. Sometimes a listening ear might be all our friends need. Other times their feelings or problems are just too big for friends to manage on their own. The next step of an “R U OK ” conversation is to encourage action. 24
C—Check in
25 The final step is to check back in to see how they are doing in the days and weeks that follow. This might be asking them how they’re feeling, sending a text message, or even just sitting and spending time together so they know they have a friend who really cares.
A．All feelings and emotions are completely normal.
B．If you’re not quite sure how to ask, that’s OK too.
C．Other days we may feel a bit sad, lonely, or defeated.
D．A few days later, ask your friend if they are feeling better.
E．That sounds like a good time to ask them, “Are you OK ”
F．You could suggest they talk to a teacher or another trusted adult.
G．Give them time to speak and explain to you how they are feeling.
6.（2023上·广东·高三金山中学校联考期中）
Teenagers are spending more money than ever. Just last year, 31.6 million teens spent 155 billion, according to the North-brook, Illinois-based market research group Teenage Research Unlimited. 26
Shocked at how much money kids spend Maybe you haven’t checked the price tags lately on some of the younger generation’s must-haves. To some, such luxurious spending on the changeable young might seem unbearable. 27 Timothy Marshall, an associate professor of developmental psychology at Christopher Newport University in Virginia, analyzed the widespread phenomenon after some research.
One factor is surely the sheer power of marketing through mass media. Teenagers are exposed to an estimated 3,000 advertisements each day. Combine the ads with programming itself, like the fashion-, music- and skin-filled shows on MTV, and you’ve got a large number of messages telling kids what they should own if they want to fit in.
Many working parents probably compensate by spending money on their kids. 28 But also, spending money is often more convenient in our fast-paced society than going to baseball games or other activities.
For many families, of course, keeping up with their children’s costly demands for designer clothing, CDs, and concert tickets is a financial impossibility. Marshall says, even for those families who can afford such luxurious spending, striking a compromise between spoiling the kids and denying them is tricky, but possible.
29 Instead of just giving children the toys or clothing they desire, give them an allowance and show them how they can save up for whatever they want. And don’t be afraid to just say no. Most of the parents are working nine-to-five or even working overtime to make ends meet. Therefore, shoulder the responsibility of instructing the kids to tell right from wrong, and developing healthy habits of spending money is of great importance. 30
A．Why do some parents give in
B．How did they persuade parents to pay
C．Teaching kids how to budget and save is key.
D．Kids shouldn’t always take money for granted.
E．Much of that money, of course, comes from parents.
F．We need to step up and tell kids where the boundaries are.
G．There is probably some guilt involved in not spending enough time at home.
7.（2023·四川宜宾·统考一模）
Have you ever argued with a friend, and said or done something you regretted Sometimes it can be hard to put things right, especially when feelings have been hurt. Apologizing can understand why you fell out in the first place. 31
Why do we argue
You might think your football team is fantastic but your friend disagrees; or you don’t want someone joining in your game. Sometimes, especially if you’re angry, things can be out of control and you’ll say or do something you regret. 32 . Arguing and disagreeing with others occasionally is normal — we all do it — but it’s important to resolve your differences afterwards so bad feelings don’t get worse. This is where an apology can help.
33
We all make mistakes, and apologizing is a way of admitting we’ve got something wrong and will try not to do it again. Dr Jennifer Thomas, a psychologist, believes an apology needs to show the other person that we’re genuinely sorry. Meanwhile, we accept responsibility for our actions and want forgiveness.
What if it’s not my fault
Sometimes another person may pressure you into taking the blame when it’s not your fault. If you feel this is happening, you had better communicate with them. 34 . If you still can’t agree, you could ask a parent or teacher to help you resolve the problem.
Does apologizing always work
Sorry on its own might not always be enough, so try to ask the other person how they felt while you were arguing. Explain your side too, and make it clear you’ll try not to repeat the same mistake again. 35 . It may take time for someone to understand and forgive. Even after you’ve said sorry, you could still feel bad but you can feel good about trying to fix things and promising yourself to do better next time.
A．What does saying sorry mean
B．We argue for all kinds of reasons
C．What do we make mistakes in life
D．A genuine apology isn’t a magic wand
E．Here are some ways to apologize to others
F．Knowing how to apologize can help you become friends again
G．Try talking about why you argue at first and explain your feeling
8.（2023上·辽宁·高三校联考期中）
How to Welcome Change in Your Life
Do you embrace the road you are now on or resist and avoid change at all costs when a recent event has shaken you greatly Here are things you can do in the midst of uncertainty to choose differently to change the track of your life.
Don’t react.
What do we do when we don’t know what to do First, stop, take a deep breath and don’t do anything. 36 It is having faith and trusting what you do know in the unknown.
Reflect on the past.
Another activity is to recall times in your life when you were faced with an unknown. Then, think about how you handled the situation. 37 Use your past experiences to bring you strength, and to remind you what you are capable of.
Make conscious decisions.
38 However, more possibilities open up when we are at peace. Go over your list of what ifs and make a more balanced list of the best and worst situations possible. Then talk to loved ones about what you would do in each situation and the choices you do have.
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We often see fears as our greatest enemy, yet they provide us with an enormous opportunity for self-growth. What if we were to see them as friends who want to help us become a better person Let your fears help you instead of hurting you. Then, write down what comes to you. 40
A．Don’t panic.
B．Befriend your fears.
C．You may be surprised by the answers.
D．When we are fearful, our options seem limited.
E．Then try to feel at ease with the state of “not knowing”.
F．Learning from past failures helps you make better decisions.
G．Remembering these incidents will remind you that you’ve gone through difficult situations.
9.（2023上·江苏·高三校联考期中）
Having a business in retirement has numerous advantages. You can generate the extra income. And as your own boss, you will have the flexibility. Also, you’ll have the opportunity to learn new things and meet new people. 41 Here are the tips.
Understand your target market. Before starting your business, conduct market research to know the actual demand for your product or service. The demand for your business’s offerings can significantly influence its success. 42 With this information, you’ll be able to tailor your services and products to suit your customers’ needs.
Consider your financial needs. 43 But they are usually the most challenging. Without sufficient financial resources, your business may have a hard time finding its footing. When determining your financial needs, you must be realistic.
44 Startups usually have personal investments by business owners. If you have adequate savings from your working years, you may want to use them to fun d your business venture. Otherwise, you can explore an alternative funding source like a loan.
Have a business plan. Many small business owners underestimate the importance of a business plan. 45 But this is not true. Although business plans take a long time to develop and require a significant amount of research and data, they are essential for both small and large enterprises.
A．Look at your funding sources.
B．Find business cooperation if necessary.
C．They feel it’s unnecessary and a waste of time.
D．So how can you turn this fantasy into a success
E．You are able to seek outside funding for your venture.
F．When starting a new business, you may want enough funds.
G．Identify your target customers and their purchasing preferences.
10.（2023上·广东韶关·高三统考期中）
According to some recent research, healthy, stable friendships can protect against depression and anxiety, increase life satisfaction, and improve health. Those who don’t have strong social connections, meanwhile, have a risk of disease. 46 . How can they achieve it Some experts have shared their favorite ways as follows.
Invest time consistently
Making time for the people you care about and having shared experiences play an essential role in deepening friendships. 47 . So you are supposed to invest time and effort. If you find you continually fail to put in time with your friends, add a section for connection to your to-do list and take action.
Get vulnerable.
One way to grow stronger friendships is allowing yourself to be weak. Start by sharing small opinions, and then dive even deeper by telling your friends what you’re currently struggling with and what scares you. 48 .And eventually, you and your friends will be closer together.
Mix in something new
49 .That goes for both conversations and activities. Carve out moments of communication that you and your friends are familiar with. And brainstorm new adventures you can take on together, like traveling to your shared dream destination or joining a sport team.
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Every friendship will unavoidably arrive at some situations that are concerning: the highs and lows in life that affect how we label our relationships. Were you there when your friends got a promotion or were diagnosed with something scary The answer plays a large role in determining how much you value that friendship. Do remember: Your company matters.
A．Value your shared memories
B．Show up for the important moments
C．Putting new energy into friendship is another key
D．Obviously, it’s necessary for people to strengthen friendships
E．You may feel like you are burdening people if you are vulnerable
F．Being vulnerable conveys that you like your friends and trust them
G．Research suggests that it takes over 200 hours to strengthen friendship
11.（2023·浙江嘉兴·统考一模）
Ensuring that your home is as energy-efficient as it can possibly be is essential. Take the steps listed below, and you’ll be living in an energy-efficient home in no time.
51 To stop it in its tracks, you must invest in having your house insulated (隔热的). Taking such action may demand some cost in advance, but it will be sure to save you over 100 a year when it comes to your energy bills.
The old boilers (锅炉) are not as energy-efficient as the very latest models in this field. 52 By investing in a top of the line boiler, you’ll no doubt tap into a number of savings. What’s more, making this kind of investment will also be sure to lower your home’s carbon emissions.
Only when you know how much energy you use can you take action to be less wasteful and more resourceful in this instance. 53 To assist you in taking on this extremely important challenge, you might want to consider fitting an energy monitor in your home. 54 But if you’re lucky, your electricity provider will give you one for free. This monitor will provide you and your family with constant updates on the amount of energy you are using on a day-to-day basis.
With just twelve years (now seven years) to go until climate change alters earth forever, now is the time for you to play your part in protecting the planet that you live in. 55
A．The investment demanded in this instance is significant.
B．Taking such action will help you adapt to climate change.
C．Generally, this type of device will cost between 25 and 40.
D．It means you should try to keep track of energy consumption.
E．By putting the above advice into practice, you’ll be green soon.
F．Most of your home’s wasted energy will escape through your roof.
G．It might be high time to update yours if you haven’t done so for years.
12.（2023上·陕西咸阳·高三统考期中）
The development and keeping of a strong friendship relies on the efforts of two parties. Both members should share the responsibility of developing a healthy friendship. 56 . Your friend is also responsible for giving the same level of care to you.
57 . You should help your friends with problem-solving and respect their decisions. Good friends are not judgmental and they attempt to offer advice on complicated life events. The presence of these factors also helps create an environment where both parties feel cared for and admired.
The development of honesty and trust in a friendship helps those involved feel comfortable when they communicate with each other. Mutual (相互的) honesty between friends helps build a solid relationship and encourages directness. Honesty also leads to trust, which is another important quality. 58 .
Though it is a simple task, listening is very important in a friendship. Making an effort to listen to your friend is a form of respect. It also shows that you actually want to learn about something important to your friend. 59 , you can ask questions, maintain eye contact and provide feedback (反馈) on the subject.
You should make your friend feel accepted by including him or her in activities that you both enjoy. 60 . Having fun and feeling comfortable are basic characteristics of a true friendship. There are other benefits that can result from a strong and enjoyable friendship such as increasing happiness and encouraging healthy habits.
A．If you want to show that you are listening
B．To develop a true friendship, you should treat your friend the way you are expected to be treated
C．When you don’t want to listen to them
D．Sharing whatever you have in common can go a long way in a true friendship
E．In a friendship, it is important to be supportive during difficult times
F．Try to accept your friend’s opinions even if you disagree with him or her
G．You should believe in your friend and expect the same in return
13.（2022上·辽宁大连·高三校联考期中）
It is inevitable that we come across problems in our daily life in school. They may be relationship problems or difficulty with our study. 61 As long as you are breathing, the problems can be settled.
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Firstly, it is important to have a good idea of the problem. Knowing the problem means solving half the problem itself. Following questions like why, what, how, when, where and who will help you find the root cause of the problem.
Analyze the problem.
By analyzing the problem, you will be given time to think of a proper solution. 63 They can be diagrams (饼状图), flowcharts or lists and so on.
Plan a strategy.
Planning a strategy will help you waste less energy and time in attempting all the solutions. 64 In this way, you can abandon the strategy that you don’t find worthy to apply.
Delete irrelevant information.
Leave out the information that is not required for the solving of the problem. You need to be accurate with the details. Keep the unrelated information can sometimes complicate the simple problems as we tend to overlook the important information.
Carry out the solution.
Putting the solution into effect in a correct way to get the result expected is important while solving a problem. You need to be creative while actualizing a solution just in case some other problem arises while applying the solution. 65
A．Use yes or no questions to get better information.
B．Being ready with alternatives is also important for fear that a solution works only halfway.
C．Be aware of the problem.
D．As a consequence, you will benefit from simple problems.
E．Don’t worry.
F．This step includes knowing the weaknesses and strengths of employing a solution.
G．You can use various tools to study the problems.
14.（2023上·山东淄博·高三统考期中）
How to Boost Your Memory
The brain might be the place where memories are stored, and its memory capacity can be enlarged. 66 Taking steps to improve your lifestyle in the following four areas will help keep your mind sharp.
● 67 Exercise helps with the activity of brain cells and also helps reduce the risk of brain diseases. It also helps brain cells repair themselves and their connections to other brain cells. Memory can improve in both brain-healthy older adults and with mild brain disorder after a 12-week exercise program.
●Getting sugar from fruits and vegetables instead of products with added sugars is healthier for body and brain. Too much sugar restricts blood flow to the brain and can even cause brain illness. The real brain foods are those called the mind diet. 68
●Sleep is critical for memory formation, especially long-term memory formation. That’s because when you’re asleep, the brain, runs the tape of what it recorded during the day, gets rid of information that isn’t relevant and then stores other information for the long term. 69 The more you can keep a regular sleep schedule, the better off your brain and the rest of you will be.
●Challenging your brain is of great benefit, too. Maybe you’re a crazy bridge player, a crossword puzzle lover or a regular lecturer. 70 To get the most memory boost out of puzzles or intellectual activities, the key is to keep things fresh and challenging. New and challenging activities help form new pathways in the brain.
A．Regular physical activities protect memory and thinking skills.
B．All the mentally engaging activities can help keep our minds active.
C．Exercise can build your body and improve your working efficiency.
D．Many lifestyle factors can have a positive effect on promoting your memory.
E．It emphasizes brain healthy intake of nutrients instead of high calories or sugars.
F．That’s why people diagnosed with sleep disorders are at higher risk of memory decline.
G．Long-term memory is essential for students who need to master large amounts of knowledge.
15.（2023上·湖南岳阳·高三校联考阶段练习）
Visual content has become an essential part of digital marketing in today’s world. 71 . It also conveys messages that are easily understood. Let’s have a look at the importance of visual content in today’s digital marketing landscape.
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From a business’s point of view, visuals are responsible for boosting engagement on any content piece you publish across multiple media channels, especially social media platforms where such things matter the most. So to make the most out of visual content, it’s important to focus on creating high-quality visuals that are both visually appealing and informative.
The impact of visual content on first impressions
Visual content has a huge impact on first impressions and those are of the utmost importance. People are naturally drawn to visuals. 73 . As a matter of fact, it only takes consumers around 50 milliseconds to form a first impression based on the visuals they see alone.
Visual content in product descriptions
74 . Although consumers expect detailed information about the product, they still prefer to have high-quality images or videos of a product to help them form their decisions. Some businesses even use a professional photo studio to highlight their products the best way possible.
Redefining content marketing with visuals
Content marketing has always been the bread and butter for the vast majority of companies operating online these days. Consumers started expecting more and their needs are constantly growing. 75 .
A．It is a powerful tool for engaging customers
B．Crafting unique content marketing strategies
C．Creating more engagement with visual content
D．Content marketing management counts for customers
E．They can quickly form an opinion about something based on what they see
F．That’s why online businesses always try to adjust their content using more visuals
G．If there’s one place in which visuals matter the most, it’s in product descriptions
16.（2023上·湖北·高三校联考阶段练习）
Life isn’t fair. Some people just seem blessed with the ability to effortlessly charm anyone they meet. Well, it might seem like a magical power, but in fact there are a number of factors at work. 76 The answer is: to a large extent, yes you can.
But first, the bad news. People initially judge each other based purely on physical appearance. With just a glimpse of a face, people make snap judgments about each other’s likeability, trustworthiness and confidence. How should we deal with this 77 People perceive a smiling face as more trustworthy, warmer and sociable. It sounds like common sense, doesn’t it Smile and others will smile with you.
What other tricks might we have 78 Consequently, three things we can do to signal that we are not a threat: raise our eyebrows quickly, tilt (仰起) our heads slightly, and once again, to smile.
So we’ve looked at body language, but of course what you say is hugely important too, unless you want to just stand there grinning foolishly. The golden rule of friendship is if you make people feel good about themselves, they’re going to like you. In other words, you should not talk about yourself and all your wonderful achievements. 79
Finally, finding common ground is good to form a connection. Charming people are particularly skilled at seeking out shared interests or experiences to bond with others. Simple things like asking where someone’s from really can open up a discussion and allow you to find areas in common. And if all else fails, you can fall back on that most British of topics: the weather. 80
A．It can be a nice start of a conversation.
B．Instead, you need to show interest in them.
C．There’s one incredibly simple tool: your smile.
D．So, can you learn to develop superhuman charm
E．What good tricks can we employ to become charming
F．Shared interests are the key to making connections with others.
G．Our brains often survey the environment for friend or enemy signals.
17.（2023·安徽·池州市第一中学校联考模拟预测）Think about the last time you felt a negative emotion — like stress, anger, or frustration. 81 Was your mind cluttered (凌乱) with thoughts Or was it paralyzed, unable to think
The next time you find yourself in the middle of a very stressful time, or you feel angry or frustrated, stop. Whatever you’re doing, stop and sit for one minute. 82 Take the entire minute to do nothing else but feel that emotion.
If you feel you need to hold on to the emotion for a little longer, that is OK. 83 When you feel you’ve had enough of the emotion, ask yourself if you’re willing to carry that negativity with you for the rest of the day. If not, take a deep breath. As you do that, release all that negativity with your breath.
This exercise seems simple — almost too simple. 84 By allowing that negative emotion the space to be truly felt, you are dealing with the emotion rather than stuffing it down and trying not to feel it. 85 When you lose yourself in the emotion, and realize that it is only emotion, it loses its control. You can clear your head and proceed with your task. Try it. Next time you’re in the middle of a negative emotion, give yourself the space to feel the emotion and see what happens.
Remember to take the time you need to really immerse yourself in the emotion. Then, when you feel you’ve felt it enough, release it — really let go of it. You will be surprised at how quickly you can move on from a negative situation and get to what you really want to do!
A．Yet it is very effective.
B．This will remind you of the steps to the process.
C．Allow yourself another minute to feel the emotion.
D．What was going through your mind as you were undergoing that negativity
E．While you’re sitting there, completely immerse yourself in the negative emotion.
F．Are you willing to keep holding on to this negative emotion as you go through the rest of the day
G．You are actually taking away the power of the emotion by giving it the space and attention it needs.
18.（2023上·浙江·高三校联考阶段练习）
Five Simple Ways to Make Your Life Together Better
The fast-paced life changed the way couples live together. Most of the time, people say they are feeling stressed. Experts say the following are some ways to improve life together.
Keep Track of the Good Stuff
What works Examples include compliments, goodbye kisses, buying flowers, and cooking meals. 86 . Anger takes things downhill. Laughing, smiling, and saying nice things make disagreements easier to get past.
Hold Hands
87 . Hand holding also lowers stress. Research shows that holding hands takes some stress away from the person in pain. Spend hand-holding time talking about things that are on your mind. It may be things like money, kids, or work.
Read to Each Other
Why People grow closer when they share thoughts and ideas. Reading aloud is a way to experience something new together. You will enjoy reading to someone and having them read to you. Each partner picks a favorite story. 88 . Take note of your partner’s voice.
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Write down one or two of your partner’s annoying habits. They may be small things like not paying bills or dropping clothes on the floor. Talk about those things, but do not be critical. Try to find reasons why they happen.Practice Gratitude Together.
Write down three things about your partner for which you feel grateful. Talk about these moments and how they make you feel more connected to each other. Showing gratitude is a common way to boost happiness and fitness. 90 .
A．Write to each other
B．Accept the Small Problems
C．Do not only listen to the words
D．Touching is a good way to connect
E．Positive words and actions work much better than negative ones
F．Take regular moments to show how thankful you are to your partner
G．It helps us get better sleep and can even sometimes reduce blood pressure
19.（2023上·浙江绍兴·高三统考阶段练习）
Choosing the Right Career
You will be leaving this school and the unavoidable question many people will ask you is, “ 91 ” Some of you may have already decided on a career path, but many of you still don’t have a clue! Here are some things you might want to consider.
First, does the career you are considering have staying power 92 Rapid technological change is disruptive (扰乱性的), and we need to be forward-looking at our future prospects. While many occupations are being taken over by new technology, jobs that require high-level of critical thinking, emotional intelligence and human interaction, remain in high demand. These jobs are not easily replaced by machines or technology. So think carefully about this before you choose your professional path.
Second, choose a career that interests you. Some people might think this is unimportant, but if you are truly passionate about your job then going to work every day won’t seem a chore. 93 Before making a choice, you should examine your values, skills and personality type. This can help you decide if a career path is a good fit for you.
Third, of course you will want to consider your chosen profession’s earning power. Although high pay play s a part, you should know that a job with a big salary will likely require more time to get to the top, much more effort and a higher level of stress. 94 If you have interests outside of work, or are struggling with other demands in your life, you might want to choose a less demanding line of work.
95 Let me leave you with an old saying: “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.”
A．You are on the right track.
B．So, what do you want to be
C．Will it be in demand in 20 years’ time
D．It’s also likely that you will stay and grow in this career.
E．They simply want you to be the best of the best to your best ability.
F．Only the truly motivated will likely to be able to meet these challenges.
G．Thinking about a life-long career at this stage in your life is surely disturbing.
20.（2023上·湖北武汉·高二校联考阶段练习）
How to Organize a Music Festival
You love music and you always have. You want to carry out a music festival designed to attract music fans of all ages. Follow the steps and you’ll organize a successful one.
◆Start by making a list of the local bands and artists that you like. You’ve taken this job because you love music, so put your taste to work for you. If you like these musicians, many of the local people will also like them. 96 . You need to have many kinds of music for all age groups.
◆Find a great location that has much open space for outdoor festivals. You need to build a stage so the musicians can be seen from distances. 97 . Not all towns need such license but it is a good idea to check before you start building. For an indoor location, you need to find a theater that is willing to give you enough space. 98 .
◆Hire sound engineers to give the musicians all the help they need. 99 . You can’t expect the musicians to handle these problems because they are playing. Your sound and engineering experts will allow your stars to keep the music playing.
◆ 100 . If you are planning your festival for families, the last thing you want is a beer-swilling crowd starting a huge fight. Security people need to be present to make sure that nobody gets the idea that they want to start any kind of ruckus (骚乱).
A．You need to find security people.
B．We can find enough songs to get a lot of money.
C．Bigger sports stadiums will be perfect as well.
D．But remember, you are trying to attract fans of all ages.
E．People should have practiced many different songs.
F．You can find a location by going to the local government and asking for permission.
G．The last thing you want is that a group is on the stage but the speakers don’t work.
