专题04 阅读七选五 经典题20篇(考题猜想)
必修第三册
A
(2023江苏省淮安市淮安区高一下学期期中)
Floods are one of the most common disasters. Some floods develop slowly. But flash floods(暴洪)can develop quickly, sometimes in just a few minutes and without any signs of rain. 1 It carries rocks and mud and can sweep away most things in its path.
1. If a flood is likely to happen in your area, you should:
Listen to the radio or the television for information. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move at once to higher ground. 2
2. If you have time to prepare, you should:
Make your home safe by bringing in outdoor furniture. 3 Do not touch any electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.
3. If you have to leave your home right away, remember these tips:
Do not walk through moving water. 5 If you have to walk in water, walk where the water is not moving. Use a stick to check the ground in front of you.
5 If floodwaters rise around your car, give up the car and move to higher ground if you can do so safely. Otherwise you and the car can be quickly swept away.
A. Do not drive into flooded areas.
B. Do not wait for instructions to move.
C. Turn off all pieces of electrical equipment.
D. 20 cm of moving water can make you fall.
E. Floods can cause deaths and loss of property.
F. A flash flood often has a dangerous wall of water.
G. Mud from floodwaters may contain chemicals.
【答案】1. F 2. B 3. C 4. D 5. A
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。洪水是最常见的自然灾害之一，文章介绍了一些洪水到来时应该采取的措施。
1.根据空前“But flash floods(暴洪)can develop quickly, sometimes in just a few minutes and without any signs of rain.(但是山洪暴发迅速，有时只需要几分钟，而且没有任何下雨的迹象。)”可知山洪暴发的速度很快，根据空后“It carries rocks and mud and can sweep away most things in its path.(它携带着岩石和泥土，可以卷走途经的大部分东西。)”可知，此处具体介绍了山洪的破坏性很强，空处承上启下，所以空处应该指出山洪的威力，F选项A flash flood often has a dangerous wall of water.(暴洪往往会形成一堵危险的水墙。)符合，而且空后的“It”指代的是F项中的“a dangerous wall of water”，符合上下文语境。故选F项。
2.根据空前“Listen to the radio or the television for information. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move at once to higher ground.(听收音机或电视获取信息。如果有山洪暴发的可能，立即转移到地势较高的地方。)”可知一旦从媒体中获取有山洪暴发的信息就要立刻转移到安全地带，而不应被动等待行动指示，空处位于段末，应对前文进行总结，所以空处应该讲的是从媒体中获取山洪暴发的信息后应该怎么做，B选项Do not wait for instructions to move.(不要等待行动指示。)指出有山洪暴发的可能时不应等待行动指示，符合上下文语境。故选B项。
3.根据空前“Make your home safe by bringing in outdoor furniture.(带些户外家具，让你的家更安全。)”可知带些户外家具会更安全，根据空后“Do not touch any electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.(如果你身上是湿的或正站在水里，不要触摸任何电器。)”可知为了安全不要在身上有水或站在水里时触摸电器，空处承上启下，所以空处应该继续讲如何做会更安全，即关掉所有电器，避免触电的危险，C选项Turn off all pieces of electrical equipment.(关掉所有的电器。)符合上下文语境。故选C项。
4.根据空前“Do not walk through moving water.(不要在流动的水中行走。) ”可知山洪暴发时要避免在流水中行走，根据空后“If you have to walk in water, walk where the water is not moving. Use a stick to check the ground in front of you.(如果你一定要在水里走，那就走在水不动的地方。用棍子检查你前面的地面。)”可知如果一定要在水中行走就选择在静水中行走，空处承上启下，所以空处应该讲的是不要在流水中行走的原因，D选项20 cm of moving water can make you fall.(20厘米深的流水会把你冲倒。)解释不要在流水中行走的原因，符合上下文语境。故选D项。
5.根据空后“If floodwaters rise around your car, give up the car and move to higher ground if you can do so safely. Otherwise you and the car can be quickly swept away.(如果洪水在你的汽车周围上涨，放弃汽车，如果安全的话转移到更高的地方。否则你和车很快就会被冲走。) ”可知开车时如果车周围的洪水一直上涨，就放弃汽车并转移到更高更安全的地方，空处位于句首，应对后文进行概括，所以空后应该讲的是为了安全开车时要远离洪水区，A选项Do not drive into flooded areas.(不要开车去洪水区。)指出山洪暴发时如果开车应该怎么做，符合上下文语境。故选A项。
B
(2023江苏省泰州姜堰中学高一下学期期中)
The fear of elevators is actually one of the most common phobias(恐惧症) experienced today. 6 When combined with these other conditions, the fear of elevators is highly common, and usually successfully treated.
7 Some may be frightened of being up so high. Others may be afraid of the enclosed space. Still others are afraid to be close to other people.
Since so many people suffer from the fear of elevators, there may be support groups in some areas. These are most common in cities with lots of tall buildings where riding an elevator is almost impossible to avoid in day-to-day life. 8
Usually, the fear of elevators can be treated. Let sufferers visualize riding an elevator and picture the aspects which are frightening. Then they may be required to involve themselves in the part that scares them most. For example, someone who is afraid of heights may start by climbing a ladder over and over again. 9 Next, they move on to a greater height, such as climbing a tree. As they experience greater and greater levels, their fear may become lessened. Finally, they will be able to enter an elevator.
Sometimes just stepping into it is a start. 10 This will likely still cause anxiety the first few times. But they can use methods which work when accomplishing smaller goals. Finally, after many attempts, riding an elevator may not cause anxiety at all.
A. They can stop this process when it causes little anxiety.
B. By now, you have identified what scares you most.
C. At other times, they will be asked to ride up a few flights.
D. Sufferers generally force themselves to face their fears.
E. Many aspects of riding an elevator may cause fear in sufferers.
F. In these locations, the fear of elevators can affect everyday activities.
G. It may present itself in correlation with another fear, such as the fear of limited spaces.
【答案】6. G 7. E 8. F 9. A 10. C
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了克服电梯恐惧的方法。
6. 根据上文“The fear of elevators is actually one of the most common phobias (恐惧症) experienced today.(对电梯的恐惧实际上是当今最常见的恐惧症之一)”以及后文“When combined with these other conditions, the fear of elevators is highly common, and usually successfully treated.(当与这些其他情况相结合时，对电梯的恐惧是非常普遍的，并且通常能成功地治疗)”可知，电梯恐惧可能与其他恐惧相结合，由此可知，空处提到了另一种有关的恐惧。G选项It指代上文phobias。故G选项“它可能与另一种恐惧相关，比如对有限空间的恐惧”符合语境，故选G。
7. 根据后文“Some may be frightened of being up so high. Others may be afraid of the enclosed space. Still others are afraid to be close to other people.(有些人可能害怕高。其他人可能会害怕封闭的空间。还有一些人害怕与他人亲近)”可知，后文列举了不同人不同的恐惧，本句为本段第一句，应总起下文，故E选项“乘坐电梯的许多方面可能会引起患者的恐惧”符合语境，故选E。
8. 根据上文“Since so many people suffer from the fear of elevators, there may be support groups in some areas. These are most common in cities with lots of tall buildings where riding an elevator is almost impossible to avoid in day-to-day life.(由于很多人都有电梯恐惧症，在一些地区可能会有支持团体。这在高楼林立的城市里最为常见，在这些城市里，日常生活中几乎不可能避免乘坐电梯)”可知，上文提到“在这些城市里，日常生活中几乎不可能避免乘坐电梯”，说明在这些地方，对电梯的恐惧会影响日常生活，故F选项“在这些地方，对电梯的恐惧会影响日常活动”符合语境，故选F。
9. 根据上文“For example, someone who is afraid of heights may start by climbing a ladder over and over again.(例如，一个恐高的人可能会一遍又一遍地爬梯子)”以及后文“Next, they move on to a greater height, such as climbing a tree. As they experience greater and greater levels, their fear may become lessened. Finally, they will be able to enter an elevator.(接下来，它们会爬到更高的地方，比如爬树。当他们体验到越来越高水平的高度时，他们的恐惧可能会减少。最后，他们将能够进入电梯)”可知，上文提到了先通过爬梯子来减少恐高，然后再通过爬树灯来克服更高的高度。由此可知，当对爬梯子的恐惧减少后，可以进入下一个挑战。故A选项“他们可以在很少引起焦虑的情况下停止这个过程”符合语境，故选A。
10. 根据上文“Sometimes just stepping into it is a start.(有时候，只是步入电梯就是一个开始)”以及后文“This will likely still cause anxiety the first few times. But they can use methods which work when accomplishing smaller goals. Finally, after many attempts, riding an elevator may not cause anxiety at all.(这可能会在最初几次引起焦虑。但是当他们完成较小的目标时，他们可以使用有效的方法。最后，经过多次尝试，乘坐电梯可能根本不会引起焦虑)”可知，步入电梯是一个开始，但如何要克服电梯恐惧，还需要练习乘坐几层楼，故C选项“在其他时候，他们会被要求乘坐几层楼”符合语境，故选C。
C
(2023江苏省盐城市第一中学等多校高一下学期期中联考)
U.N. Report Warns Nature Crisis
A new U.N. report focuses on the negative effects of human activity on nature. It says one million plant and animal species on land, in the seas and in the sky are now in danger of extinction.
The 1,800-page report took three years to finish. 11 The Earth has always suffered from human activity, it says. However, these scratches (划伤) have become deep scars(伤疤) over the past 50 years. Species are going to extinct several hundred times faster than the average rate during the past ten million years. It’s something that has never happened before in human history.
12 Since 1970, the human population has doubled. The global economy has grown by four times. To feed, clothe and give energy to this fast-changing world, lots of forests have been cut down. 13 Furthermore, hunting, overfishing and pollution have also been killing species in great numbers.
The problem can be fixed, the report says. 14 The amount of land and sea that is under protection needs to increase rapidly. The report suggests governments move away from using GDP as a key measure of development. Long-term effects must be considered, too.
Professor Eduardo Brondizio of Indiana University is an author of the report. He says, “We all know what needs to be done. The knowledge is there. 15 ”
A. However, this requires many changes.
B. Over 120 wildlife species are facing extinction.
C. Only experts know how to address the problem.
D. The report listed several causes for the situation.
E. There just needs to be a greater will to take action.
F. It draws on the work of 450 scientists from dozens of countries.
G. Between 1980 and 2000, one million square kilometers of tropical (热带的) forest were lost.
【答案】11. F 12. D 13. G 14. A 15. E
【导语】本文为一篇说明文。主要介绍了一份新的聚焦于人类活动对自然的负面影响的联合国报告：海陆空的100万种植物和动物因为人类活动而正面临灭绝的危险，问题可以解决，但是要真正付之于行动。
11. 上文“The 1, 800-page report took three years to finish.(这份1800页的报告花了三年时间才完成)”说明联合国报告花费了很长时间，F项中It指代上文中的报告，F项“它借鉴了来自数十个国家的450名科学家的成果。”进一步说明这份报告借鉴了很多人的工作成果，承接上文，符合题意。故选F。
12. 下文“Since 1970, the human population has doubled. The global economy has grown by four times. To feed, clothe and give energy to this fast-changing world, lots of forests have been cut down.(自1970年以来，人口增加了一倍。全球经济增长了四倍。为了给这个快速变化的世界提供食物、衣服和能量，许多森林被砍伐了)”说明造成物种灭绝速度增长的原因，D项“报告列出了造成这种情况的几个原因。”引出下文，符合题意。故选D。
13. 上文“To feed, clothe and give energy to this fast-changing world, lots of forests have been cut down.(为了给这个快速变化的世界提供食物、衣服和能量，许多森林被砍伐了)”说明许多森林被砍伐，G项“1980年至2000年间，100万平方公里的热带森林消失。”说明了森林砍伐的结果，承接上文，符合题意。故选G。
14. 上文“The problem can be fixed, the report says.(报告称，这个问题是可以解决的)”说明这一问题可以解决，以及下文“The amount of land and sea that is under protection needs to increase rapidly.(受保护的陆地和海洋数量需要迅速增加)”说明解决问题需要做出的改变，A项“然而，这需要许多改变。”承上启下，符合题意，其中“this”代指上文“The problem can be fixed”。故选A。
15. 上文“We all know what needs to be done. The knowledge is there.(我们都知道需要做什么。知识就在那里)”说明大家都知道应该采取什么行动，E项“只需要有更大的意愿来采取行动。”说明Eduardo Brondizio希望大家更愿意采取行动，承接上文，符合题意。故选E。
D
(2023江苏省盐城市新丰中学、龙岗中学等五校高一下学期期中联考)
What are some things in your life that give you too much stress Find out what you can do about it.
School work and grades
As a student, school work and grades are at the top of your stress list. Even if your results are not so bad, you may still be overcome with stress fearing that you may fail or not do as well as you expect. 16 . Why not take it easy by leaving extra time to study and take frequent breaks to avoid being so tired Manage your time carefully and do not put things off.
17
Have you ever been concerned about not having enough friends, or not being in the same class as your best friends These, along with other problems such as peer pressure and interpersonal conflicts(冲突), are other common stress.
It is important to know how to choose your circle of friends wisely. Do not hide in your own world. 18 . Make plans to meet with your friends from other classes during break time.
Poor diet and lack of sleep
Some students eat too much fast food and junk food, which can lead to mood changes, lack of energy and other negative effects. These food may cause other health problems. 19 .
Other students suffer from lack of sleep. When that happens, they function poorly in class, getting upset and angry easily. Why not draw up a schedule to go to bed at a set time every night 20 . Well arrange your daily routine and you will feel better about yourself.
A. Family and support
B. Friendships and relationships
C. Avoid using smart phones before you sleep
D. Eating junk food is really a waste of money
E. Make friends when you join in school activitics
F. Heavy learning burden is another cause for worry
G. So learn to make wise food choices that you can enjoy
【答案】16. F 17. B 18. E 19. G 20. C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了作为学生经常会因为哪些事情而感到有压力，并且推荐了一些解压的方法。
16. 根据上文“As a student, school work and grades are at the top of your stress list. Even if your results are not so bad, you may still be overcome with stress fearing that you may fail or not do as well as you expect.(作为一名学生，学业和成绩位于你压力清单上的榜首。即使你的结果不是那么糟糕，你可能仍然会被压力所压倒，害怕你可能会失败或做得不如你预期的那么好。)”可知，本段主要讲述了学生的主要压力来自学业和成绩。选项F“Heavy learning burden is another cause for worry(沉重的学习负担是另一个担心的原因)”承接上文，认为学习负担也是压力的来源。内容上与上文一致。故选F。
17. 空处为小标题，为本段主要内容。根据下文“Have you ever been concerned about not having enough friends, or not being in the same class as your best friends These, along with other problems such as peer pressure and interpersonal conflicts(冲突), are other common stress. (你是否曾经担心没有足够的朋友，或者和你最好的朋友不在同一个班级？这些，连同其他问题，如同伴压力和人际冲突，是其他常见的压力。)”可知，本段主要讲述的是友谊和人际关系也是压力的源泉。选项B“Friendships and relationships (友谊和关系)”与下文内容一致，是下文内容的概括与总结。故选B。
18. 根据上文“It is important to know how to choose your circle of friends wisely. Do not hide in your own world.(知道如何明智地选择朋友圈是很重要的。不要躲在自己的世界里。)”可知，上文建议读者学会交朋友。选项E“Make friends when you join in school activities(参加学校活动时交朋友)”与上文“Do not hide in your own world.”一致，建议读者参加学校活动从而结交朋友。故选E。
19. 根据上文“Some students eat too much fast food and junk food, which can lead to mood changes, lack of energy and other negative effects. These food may cause other health problems.(一些学生吃太多快餐和垃圾食品，这可能会导致情绪变化，缺乏精力和其他负面影响。这些食物可能会导致其他健康问题。)”可知，学生食物的选择很重要，会影响自己的心情和身体。选项G“So learn to make wise food choices that you can enjoy(所以要学会明智地选择你喜欢的食物)”是根据学生存在的饮食问题提出的建议，与上文内容一致。故选G。
20. 根据上文“Other students suffer from lack of sleep. When that happens, they function poorly in class, getting upset and angry easily. Why not draw up a schedule to go to bed at a set time every night (其他学生睡眠不足。当这种情况发生时，他们在课堂上表现很差，很容易心烦和生气。为什么不制定一个时间表，每晚在固定的时间上床睡觉呢？)”可知，作者认为学生睡眠不足会导致课堂表现差，所以建议学生每晚在固定时间睡觉，即对学生的睡眠给出了改善的方法。选项C“Avoid using smart phones before you sleep(睡觉前避免使用智能手机)”也是改善睡眠的方法，与上文内容一致。故选C。
A
Sometimes, we meet with situations that cause us to feel angry to the point we may want to erupt like a volcano or curse(咒骂) someone out. 1 Here are some replies online to the question about how to deal with anger.
Go for a swim, lift weights, and practice other forms of exercise!
Science suggests that hearing, seeing, or swimming causes our brain to produce neurochemicals that increase blood flow to the brain and heart. “ 2 I like to lift weights. It completely takes the edge off. Heavy bag work is good for cardio and reducing anger. Yoga is great for both exercise and meditation,” wrote u/JackFunk.
Eat a healthier diet.
Proteins such as fish, tofu, and chicken, help us produce higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine, which are chemicals in the brain that play a role in your mood, motivation, and concentration. “I found that some foods messed with my stomach. 3 Over time I have removed various foods from my diet, and it has really helped,” u/JackFunk also wrote.
Write your feelings down.
Whether it’s quick sentences or journal entries, writing down how you feel is a great way to release negative emotions. “ 4 Pour your heart out… and if you’re worried that someone else may read it later, you can burn it to release the energy,” wrote u/ChoiceFabulous.
5
“If you have trouble not getting angry when discussing something or trying to work through a problem with someone, always imagine the conversation is being videotaped. If you keep that in the back of your mind, you will always think about what you say, and it could help keep your mind from the anger,” wrote u/therealtidbits.
A. For me, nothing is better than exercise.
B. Whenever I can’t help getting angry, I read.
C. Pretend that when you get angry people are watching.
D. Whenever I can’t exercise or burn out the feelings, I write.
E. Anyway, there are always better ways to handle when angry.
F. They then messed with my head, which brought out the anger.
G. Pretend there is a camera before you and be mindful of what you say.
【答案】1. E 2. A 3. F 4. D 5. G
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。介绍了一些网友对于如何应对愤怒给出的一些方法。
1. 根据上文“Sometimes, we meet with situations that cause us to feel angry to the point we may want to erupt like a volcano or curse (咒骂) someone out. (有时，我们会遇到一些情况，使我们感到愤怒，以至于我们可能想像火山一样爆发或诅咒某人。)”可知，虽然人们生气愤怒，但是肯定会有好方法来应对，此处应承上启下，与E项“Anyway, there are always better ways to handle when angry. (尽管如此，生气时总有更好的处理方法。)”上下文一致，符合文意，且better ways与下文的some replies相呼应，故选E项。
2. 根据下文““I like to lift weights. It completely takes the edge off. Heavy bag work is good for cardio and reducing anger. Yoga is great for both exercise and meditation”, wrote u/JackFunk. (“我喜欢举重。它完全消除了边缘。沉重的袋子工作有利于有氧运动和减少愤怒。瑜伽对锻炼和冥想都很好”，JackFunk写道。)”可知，本段主要介绍运动对缓解愤怒的作用，与A项“For me, nothing is better than exercise. (对我来说，没有什么比锻炼更好的了。)上下文一致，符合文意，故选A项。
3. 根据上文“I found that some foods messed with my stomach. (我发现有些食物弄乱了我的胃。)”可知，空处将进一步说明，与F项“They then messed with my head, which brought out the anger. (然后他们弄乱了我的头，这引起了愤怒。)”上下文一致，符合文意，故选F项。
4. 根据下文““Pour your heart out… and if you’re worried that someone else may read it later, you can burn it to release the energy,” wrote u/ChoiceFabulous. (“倾诉衷肠……如果你担心别人以后会读到它，你可以烧掉它来释放能量，”ChoiceFabulous写道。)”可知，本段介绍写作对释放消极情绪的作用，与D项“Whenever I can’t exercise or burn out the feelings, I write. (每当我不能锻炼或倦怠时，我就会写作。)”上下文一致，符合文意，故选D项。
5. 根据下文“If you have trouble not getting angry when discussing something or trying to work through a problem with someone, always imagine the conversation is being videotaped. (如果你在讨论某事或试图与某人解决问题时难以不生气，请始终想象谈话被录像。)”可知，如果你的面前有摄像机，你就会注意自己的言辞，与G项“Pretend there is a camera before you and be mindful of what you say. (假装你面前有一个摄像头，并注意你说的话。)”上下文一致，符合文意，故选G项。
B
These four good habits will improve some aspects of your life.
Do one thing at a time
6 . In truth, it’s not the best way to get things done. Instead of jumping from one thing to the next like a ping-pong ball, stick with one task as long as you can. That concentrated time you spend on one thing will be far more productive. 7 .
Create a place for everything
Imagine all things in your home have a place where they live. For example, toys go into a basket when they’re not in use. 8 . If you regularly(定期的) have lots of things that have nowhere to go, it may be time to make some hard choices about what you really want to keep.
9
Get up at the same time every day, preferably all seven days a week. A consistent(一致的) sleep schedule helps form your body’s circadian rhythm(昼夜节律). Sleeping late on the weekends is not bad. But it feels better to get regular rests every day.
Learn how to say no
Saying yes to everything can be a difficult habit to break for most of us. But learning how to draw a line is one of the best things you can do for yourself. You have the power not to agree to help everyone else with their problems. 10 . Your time is just as valuable as everyone else’s.
A. Set a realistic goal
B. Keep a consistent sleep schedule
C. In this way you spare lots of time for yourself
D. If so, tidying up your home gets a whole lot quicker
E. Most of us sometimes do several things at the same time
F. Being efficient with the time you have is crucial for productivity
G. Instead, you will easily feel tired when trying to finish three things meantime
【答案】6. E 7. G 8. D 9. B 10. C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了四个改善生活的好习惯。
6. 下文“In truth, it’s not the best way to get things done.(事实上，这不是完成事情的最佳方式)”，空处应对应本段标题“Do one thing at a time(一次做一件事)”，并且指出下文it指代的内容，E项“我们大多数人有时同时做几件事”符合语境。故选E项。
7. 上文“That concentrated time you spend on one thing will be far more productive.(把时间集中在一件事上会更有效率)”表明一个时间只做一件事会效率更高，空处承接上文，G项“相反，当你试图同时完成三件事时，你会很容易感到疲惫”跟上文相对照，表明另外一种结果，符合题意。故选G项。
8. 上文“Imagine all things in your home have a place where they live. For example, toys go into a basket when they’re not in use. (想象一下，你家里的所有东西都有一个他们居住的地方。例如，玩具不用时会放进篮子里)”指出所有东西要有自己的地方，空处承接上文，D项“如果是这样的话，整理你的家会更快”是对前面句子的顺承，符合语境。故选D项。
9. 空处作为小标题，应概括本段内容，下文第一句“Get up at the same time every day, preferably all seven days a week.A consistent (一致的) sleep schedule helps form your body’s circadian rhythm (昼夜节律). (每天在同一时间起床，最好一周七天都一样。一致的睡眠时间表有助于形成你身体的昼夜节律。)”是对小标题的进一步解释，B项“保持一致的睡眠时间表”跟主题内容一致，符合语境，同时a consistent sleep schedule是同词复现。故选B项。
10. 上文“You have the power not to agree to help everyone else with their problems.(你有权不同意帮助其他人解决他们的问题)”表明你可以向别人说“不”，空处承上启下，下文“Your time is just as valuable as everyone else’s.(你的时间和其他人的时间一样宝贵)”表明你自己的时间也很重要，要留给自己时间，C项“这样你就为自己腾出了很多时间”符合语境。故选C项。
C
How to add green tech to your home
Green tech involves combining technology and science to create environmentally friendly products. The idea is by using products and services in the home to reduce energy consumption, waste, or harmful effects on the environment, we can all help the planet. 11
Install smart light bulbs
One quick way to reduce energy use is to switch all your light bulbs to energy-efficient versions called smart bulbs and use a virtual assistant to control them. These bulbs tend to use about 7 to 9.5 watts of power yet provide the same amount of light a 60-watt ordinary bulb offers. 12 Just use your phone to shut them down.
13
Smart plugs are a great option, too, for controlling devices like televisions, coffee makers, or almost anything that plugs into a wall socket to work. Devices like these use energy just by being plugged in, so using your phone or virtual assistant to turn the plugs on or off as needed helps stop energy drain in its tracks.
Upcycle or recycle your old tech
Tech is everywhere in our homes, and when a device gets old, we tend to replace it with a newer, better, faster version. It’s okay to get the latest device, but why not reuse and repurpose the older ones For example, you can upcycle your old computers and laptops by repurposing them into home security monitors. Got an old Android phone 14
It’s not hard to start adding green tech to your home. 15 Once you start, you’ll quickly see how convenient green tech can be and how easy it is to start using it.
A. Add smart plugs everywhere
B. Forgot to turn off the lights
C. Anyone can achieve it easily.
D. Upcycle it into a remote control for your TV.
E. Upcycle it instead of throwing it into the dust bin.
F. The real difficulty is in deciding to take that first small step today.
G. Below are several quick and easy ideas you can start using today.
【答案】11. G 12. B 13. A 14. D 15. F
【导语】本文是说明文。介绍了如何将绿色科技添加到您的家中。
11. 根据前文“Green tech involves combining technology and science to create environmentally friendly products. The idea is by using products and services in the home to reduce energy consumption, waste, or harmful effects on the environment, we can all help the planet.(绿色科技是指将技术和科学相结合，创造出对环境友好的产品。这个想法是通过在家里使用产品和服务来减少能源消耗、浪费或对环境的有害影响，我们都可以帮助地球)”可知，本文的主题是介绍绿色科技，以及在家里使用绿色科技来减少能源消耗、浪费或对环境的有害影响，所以G项“Below are several quick and easy ideas you can start using today.(下面是几个快速简单的方法，你可以从今天开始使用)”承接上文，进一步提出本文主题，引出下文。故选G项。
12. 根据前文“These bulbs tend to use about 7 to 9.5 watts of power yet provide the same amount of light a 60-watt ordinary bulb offers.(这些灯泡往往使用7到9.5瓦的功率，却能提供与60瓦普通灯泡相同的亮度)”以及后文“Just use your phone to shut them down.(用手机关掉他们就行了)”可知，前文内容和后文无法连接，所以空处应是一个过渡句，引出下文，B项“Forgot to turn off the lights (忘记关灯了 )”可知，下文是对此句的回答，且是介绍智能灯泡的方便，符合本段主题。故选B项。
13. 分析设空，是本段小标题，应是对本段的高度概括，根据下文“Smart plugs are a great option, too, for controlling devices like televisions, coffee makers, or almost anything that plugs into a wall socket to work. Devices like these use energy just by being plugged in, so using your phone or virtual assistant to turn the plugs on or off as needed helps stop energy drain in its tracks.(智能插头也是一个很好的选择，可以用来控制电视、咖啡机或几乎任何可以插在墙上插座上工作的设备。像这样的设备只要插上电源就会消耗能量，所以使用你的手机或虚拟助手根据需要打开或关闭插头有助于阻止能量的消耗)”可知，本段主要讲述在家里使用智能插头，所以A项“Add smart plugs everywhere(到处添加智能插头)”符合本段主题，为本段小标题。故选A项。
14. 根据前文“For example, you can upcycle your old computers and laptops by repurposing them into home security monitors. Got an old Android phone (例如，你可以升级你的旧电脑和笔记本电脑，把它们改造成家庭安全监视器。你有一部旧的安卓手机吗？)”可知，此处是针对本段主题在具体举例，所以空处应是说明把旧的安卓手机升级为“什么”，D项“Upcycle it into a remote control for your TV.(将其升级为电视遥控器)”符合实际。故选D项。
15. 根据前文“It’s not hard to start adding green tech to your home.(开始在家里添加绿色科技并不难)”以及后文“Once you start, you’ll quickly see how convenient green tech can be and how easy it is to start using it.(一旦你开始使用，你很快就会发现绿色科技是多么方便，开始使用它是多么容易)”可知，F项“The real difficulty is in deciding to take that first small step today.(真正的困难在于今天决定迈出第一步)”承接上文，引出下文，符合文意。故选F项。
D
If you will take a vacation with your family or friends, renting a yacht 游艇) in Cabo is one of the choices you need to consider. A yacht is comfortable and gives you the freedom while on vacation. 16 .
It allows you to explore different destinations. 17 , renting a yacht can allow you to do this often without the need to unload your baggage. It also allows you to reach and see beaches which you can only reach by water.
18 . Renting a yacht could be great if you are looking for an ideal environment for relaxation. Whether sailing across the coast or in calm waters, it allows you to sit back and enjoy viewing the beautiful scenery. 19 .
It allows you to enjoy your privacy and personal service. Renting a yacht for a vacation guarantees (保证) privacy and provides an opportunity to spend time with your loved ones. 20 . The yacht workers will help you get the best out of your vacation and take care of your personal needs.
These above are the reasons why you may consider renting a yacht when going for a vacation.
A. Of course, there are many choices
B. Since you will visit many places in Cabo
C. It allows you to experience total relaxation
D. Because exploring and privacy are the most important
E. Besides, you have the chance to request personal service
F. Here are some other benefits of renting a yacht for your trip
G. Renting a yacht will, thus, make you get away from the busy world
【答案】16. F 17. B 18. C 19. G 20. E
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了和家人在卡波度假时租游艇的好处。
16. 上文“A yacht is comfortable and gives you the freedom while on vacation.(游艇是舒适的，给你度假时的自由)”说明了租赁游艇的好处之一，F项“以下是租用游艇旅行的其他好处”承上启下，统领全文，符合语境。故选F项。
17. 下文“renting a yacht can allow you to do this often without the need to unload your baggage(租一艘游艇可以让你经常这样做，而不需要卸下行李)”句中没有连词，空处句子必有连词，并且包含“do this”的指代内容，B项“因为你将参观卡波的许多地方”符合语境，且“visit many places”与上文“explore different destinations”相呼应。故选B项。
18. 空处作为总起句，概括本段内容，下文“Renting a yacht could be great if you are looking for an ideal environment for relaxation.(如果你正在寻找一个理想的放松环境，租一艘游艇可能会很棒)”可知，本段说的是租一艘游艇会让你很放松，故C项“它让你体验完全放松的感觉”符合语境，并与第二段和第四段的第一句话构成排比句式。故选C项。
19. 上文“Whether sailing across the coast or in calm waters, it allows you to sit back and enjoy viewing the beautiful scenery.(无论是穿越海岸还是在平静的水域航行，它都能让你坐下来欣赏美丽的风景)”，空处承接上文，G项“因此，租一艘游艇会让你远离繁忙的世界”与上文构成因果关系，乘坐游艇欣赏美丽的景色，享受完全放松的状态，远离了繁忙的世界，符合语境。故选G项。
20. 上文“It allows you to enjoy your privacy and personal service. Renting a yacht for a vacation guarantees privacy and provides an opportunity to spend time with your loved ones.(它允许您享受您的隐私和个人服务。租一艘游艇度假可以保证隐私，并提供与亲人共度时光的机会)”提到租游艇可以让你享受隐私和个人服务中的一点——保护隐私，接下来空处应陈述另外一点--个人服务，E项“此外，您还有机会要求私人服务”符合语境。故选E项。
E
(2023山东枣庄高一上期末)What’ s a micro activity I consider this question about the word “micro” whenever it appears.
21 Quite literally, it means “extremely small”. But in this article, a micro activity will refer to something which takes up no more than five minutes of your time.
The following recommendations are micro activities you should do for your body.
Self-Massage(自我按摩)
Self-massaging should become a part of your daily musts. 22 As we get older, our muscles (肌肉) tighten. But if we self-massage, these muscles will feel cared for. According to the Mayo Clinic, massage can reduce stress and increase relaxation.
Intensive Exercise
There are many benefits of intensive exercise(高强度运动). And do you know what else it does for your body It makes your body realize it can do so much more. In less than five minutes, the goal is to break a sweat. This can be from running or lifting weights. 23
Let Loose
Whether it be dancing, skipping or something else, our body should do whatever it feels like doing without judgment. 24 Thus we will feel happy and relaxed.
Be Still
25 Your body loves movement. But we must find a few moments of stillness throughout our day. By devoting ourselves to more stillness, we can find ourselves more at peace and less stressed even under hard circumstances.
A. Did you regret doing it
B. What does it really mean
C. Don’t give yourself too much pressure.
D. It should be as necessary as brushing your teeth or taking a shower.
E. Every activity involves some sort of movement.
F. The playful nature helps bring out the inner child and promotes creativity and joy.
G. It doesn’t matter which activity you choose, so long as you bring intensity to that workout.
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. G 24. F 25. E
【导语】本文是说明文。文章介绍了微活动，即占用你不超过五分钟时间的活动。
21. 下文“Quite literally, it means “extremely small”. But in this article, a micro activity will refer to something which takes up no more than five minutes of your time.(确切地说，它的意思是“非常小”。但在本文中，微活动指的是占用你不超过五分钟时间的活动。)”说明上文应该提出问题，微活动的含义是什么。B选项“What does it really mean (这到底意味着什么？)”提出了问题，下文就给了解释。故选B.
22. 上文“Self-massaging should become a part of your daily musts.(自我按摩应该成为你日常必备的一部分。)”说明自我按摩非常重要。刷牙和洗澡是每个人必备的日常活动。D选项“It should be as necessary as brushing your teeth or taking a shower.(这应该和刷牙或洗澡一样必要。)”这里作者表面自我按摩对每个人而言要跟刷牙和洗澡一样每天都要进行。符合上文所说日常按摩要成为日常必需的一部分。故选D.
23. 上文“In less than five minutes, the goal is to break a sweat. This can be from running or lifting weights.(在不到五分钟的时间里，我们的目标是流汗。这可能来自跑步或举重。)”说明微活动中的高强度运动的目标是让人们流汗。G选项“It doesn’t matter which activity you choose, so long as you bring intensity to that workout.(你选择哪项运动并不重要，只要你能给训练带来强度。)”符合上文作者说的无论你选择哪种活动，都需要能达到流汗的强度。故选G.
24. 根据下文“Thus we will feel happy and relaxed.(这样我们就会感到快乐和放松。)”可知，空格处的句子应该说到“什么事让我们感到快乐和放松”，所以F选项“The playful nature helps bring out the inner child and promotes creativity and joy.(顽皮的天性有助于激发内心的童心，促进创造力和快乐。)”填入空格处，和上文是顺接关系，符合语境。故选F.
25. 根据下文“Your body loves movement. But we must find a few moments of stillness throughout our day. (你的身体喜欢运动。但我们必须在一天中找到一些安静的时刻。)”和But说明前后是转折关系。说明身体热爱运动，每项活动都包含着身体的运动。但是也需要安静的时刻。所以，E选项“Every activity involves some sort of movement.(每一项活动都涉及到某种运动。)”填入空格处，符号语境。故选E.
F
Sandstorms are among the most violent natural disasters. High winds lift dirt or sand into the air, causing damage, injuries, and deaths. 26
27 If you have a mask, put it on immediately. If you don’t have one, wrap a piece of cloth tightly around your head to protect your nose and mouth.
Look for shelter(避难所). Even a parked car will do, so long as it is off the road and not in danger of getting hit. Sand will fly around when it hits objects. 28 If you cannot get to shelter, try to stay low to the ground and protect your head with your arms, a backpack or a pillow.
Protect yourself from flying objects. Look for a large rock to cover as much of your body as possible. 29 Flying sand can hurt, but a dust storm’s high winds can also carry heavier (more dangerous) objects.
Wait out the storm. 30 It’s much too dangerous. Stay where you are and wait for it to pass before you attempt to move to a different location. If you can quickly reach such shelter before a dust storm reaches you, get there as quickly as possible and stay inside. Close all windows and doors, and wait out the storm.
A. Cover your nose and mouth.
B. Wait other people to help you.
C. Staying out is a better choice.
D. Don’t try to move through the storm.
E. This can protect you from flying sand.
F. So you should still try to cover as much of your skin and face as possible.
G. It’s good to know what to do if you see a wall of sand.
【答案】26. G 27. A 28. F 29. E 30. D
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。介绍了面对沙尘暴我们应该如何应对。
26. 前文“Sandstorms are among the most violent natural disasters. High winds lift dirt or sand into the air, causing damage, injuries, and deaths. (沙尘暴是最严重的自然灾害之一。强风将泥土或沙子吹到空中，造成破坏、伤害和死亡。)”介绍沙尘暴的危害。结合选项，G项“如果你看到一堵沙墙，最好知道该怎么做。”承接上文，语意顺承，而且是对下文每段中心句提供的方法的总述。故选G。
27. 下文“If you don’t have one, wrap a piece of cloth tightly around your head to protect your nose and mouth. (如果你没有口罩，用一块布紧紧裹住你的头，保护你的鼻子和嘴。)”介绍面对沙尘暴的做法。结合选项，A项“捂住口鼻。”为本段中心句，且和下文语意一致，且nose and mouth是复现词。故选A。
28. 前文“Sand will fly around when it hits objects. (沙子碰到物体时会四处乱飞。)”介绍飞沙的情况。结合选项，F项“所以你还是应该尽可能多地遮住你的皮肤和脸。”承接上文，说明飞沙会造成伤害，所以作者给出建议。故选F。
29. 前文“Look for a large rock to cover as much of your body as possible. (找一块大石头，尽可能多地遮掩你的身体。)”给出具体建议。结合选项，E项“这可以保护你免受飞沙的伤害。”说明前文建议的好处。故选E。
30. 前文“Wait out the storm. (等沙尘暴过去。)”为中心句，为作者给出的建议，结合下一句“ It’s much too dangerous.(这样做太危险)”。结合选项，D项“不要试图穿过风暴。”与中心句语意一致，后文的It指代“穿过风暴”这件事。故选D。
G
According to A Guide for Families by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, children, preteens, and teens can lie for varying reasons. 31 Their upsetting situations could include failing a class. and other struggles with things about themselves or fitting in with their peers.
32 . This is not to say that lying is acceptable, but the less parents take it personally, the more they can calmly and constructively help their child. Children and teens who fall into anxiety easily will use lying as an unhealthy coping strategy.
What should a parent or caregiver do Try to keep in mind that kids can be quite self-absorbed and they often don’t understand how hurtful lies can be. With this in mind, here are a few tips to help promote truthfulness in your child at any age.
33 If you overreact, then you are just building a barrier between you and your child, Calmly discuss or lecture about honesty and dishonesty and why they chose to lie. 34 Your understanding may not be able to stop your teen from creating those everyday lies, but you can convey that there are other options available.
Keep in mind that addressing lying behaviours is a process not a quick fix. 35 But if you keep your own emotion positively, your child or teen is more likely to eventually open up.
While in the short term you may just get a shrug, keeping yourself calm to create a sense of emotional safety will help your voice of truth and reason be heard throughout their lives.
A. Get them to know that you understand them or their situations.
B. Try to seek some help from experts who understand them well.
C. Some kids may take a while before they feel safe to level with you.
D. When I coach parents, I help them learn not to take lies from their kids personally.
E. They try to avoid getting into trouble or lie because they are too upset to talk about painful experiences.
F. Lying is not only harmful to kids then selves, but also it hurts people around them.
G. The best you can do as a parent is to keep yourself from overreacting to your child’s lies.
【答案】31. E 32. D 33. G 34. A 35. C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章为父母提供了如何帮助孩子改掉说谎的毛病，并使其变得更加坦诚的一些方法。
31. 上文“children, preteens, and teens can lie for varying reasons.”(儿童、青春期前和青少年会因为各种各样的原因撒谎)提出孩子会因为种种原因撒谎，E选项的“They try to avoid getting into trouble or lie because they are too upset to talk about painful experiences.”(他们试图避免陷入麻烦，或者因为他们太难过，不想谈论痛苦的经历而撒谎)承接上文，给出一些孩子撒谎的原因，上下文语意连贯，故选E。
32. 根据下文“This is not to say that lying is acceptable,”(这不是说说谎是可以接受的)可推知，上文会表达类似“说谎是可以接受的”这一观点，D选项“When I coach parents, I help them learn not to take lies from their kids personally.”(当我指导父母时，我帮助他们学会不要把孩子的谎言放在心上)表达了这样的意思，与下文构成转折关系，上下文语意连贯，故选D。
33. 根据下文“If you overreact”(如果你过度反应)可知，话题与“过度反应”相关，G项“The best you can do as a parent is to keep yourself from overreacting to your child’s lies.”(作为父母，你能做的最好的事情就是不要对孩子的谎言反应过度)与下文相呼应，上下文语意连贯，故选G。
34. 根据下文“Your understanding may not be able to stop your teen from creating those everyday lies, but you can convey that there are other options available.”(你的理解可能无法阻止你的孩子制造那些日常谎言，但你可以传达出还有其他选择)可知，此处谈论的是理解的作用，A项“Get them to know that you understand them or their situations”(让他们知道你理解他们或他们的处境。)，前后语义相承接，故选A。
35. 根据上文“Keep in mind that addressing lying behaviours is a process not a quick fix.”(请记住，解决撒谎行为是一个过程，而不是一个快速解决方案)可知，解决撒谎行为没有快速解决办法，C项“Some kids may take a while before they feel safe to level with you.”(有些孩子可能需要一段时间才会觉得和你说实话是安全的)承接上文，指出需要时间，上下文语意连贯，故选C。
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Four Tips to Discover Your True Passion
True passion is the emotion, feeling, and desire that arises out of love for something. It’s the force that magnifies(放大) your capabilities for the benefit of excellent performance. This is because it’s a powerful motivation for best performance and everyone wants to get there. 36 Finding what you’re passionate about is a long road that requires effort and the following are some useful tips.
Search your childhood.
The purity and truth of your being are in the early stages of life. To that end, going back to the things you loved back then is always an excellent indication of marked preferences. Did you want to be a doctor 37 These are all clues that begin to point the way. While it’s true that children have several preferences in their early stages, it’s actually quite easy to figure out which they prioritize(优先考虑).
Experiment and discover.
Doing the same activities day after day closes any probabilities to succeed in finding your true passion. 38 This creates a trial-and-error scenario(设想) that promotes a positive outcome in less time.
Focus to find your true passion.
You must forget about the myth that doing what you’re passionate about will be easy and pleasant. This is because there’ll always be inconveniences in any activity you undertake. Beyond that, don’t lose focus on the fact that these are temporary moments. 39
Remember that your age doesn’t matter.
40 Encouraging yourself to take the first step can be difficult due to some of society’s obsolete(被淘汰的) barriers. The truth is that you must allow yourself to achieve and show your tastes leaving aside any obstacles, especially those that are self-imposed(自己强加的). It’s never too late!
A. Were you interested in insects
B. Take a variety of courses each month.
C. Do you know the meaning of passion
D. Age isn’t necessary to find out your true passion.
E. Be calm while finding out your motivation.
F. It’s vital to figure out what you’re passionate about.
G. Understanding this will make it easier to keep motivated.
【答案】36. F 37. A 38. B 39. G 40. D
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了找到真正激情所在的方法。
36. 上文“True passion is the emotion, feeling, and desire that arises out of love for something. It’s the force that magnifies (放大) your capabilities for the benefit of excellent performance. This is because it’s a powerful motivation for best performance and everyone wants to get there.(真正的激情是因爱某物而产生的情感、感觉和欲望。它是一种力量，可以放大你的能力，从而获得卓越的表现。这是因为它是一种强大的动力，可以让每个人都取得最好的成绩)”讲passion的作用和可以带来的好处，下文“Finding what you’re passionate about is a long road that requires effort and the following are some useful tips.(找到你的激情所在是一条漫长的道路，需要付出努力，下面是一些有用的建议)”提出如何找到激情所在，F项“It’s vital to figure out what you’re passionate about. (找出你的激情所在是至关重要的)”承上启下，因为激情能带来好处，所以要找到自己激情所在，从而引出下文的方法，符合上下文连贯。故选F项。
37. 根据上文“going back to the things you loved back then”可知，作者推荐回到童年去寻找自己喜欢的事情，A项“Were you interested in insects (你对昆虫感兴趣吗？)”和前一问题“Did you want to be a doctor (你想成为一名医生吗？)”都是童年兴趣时期儿童兴趣所在，同时，这两个问题也照应了下文“These are all clues”，符合上下文连贯。故选A项。
38. 上文“Doing the same activities day after day closes any probabilities to succeed in finding your true passion.(日复一日地做同样的事情，让你很难找到真正的激情)”讲重复的工作无法帮助我们找到激情，B项“Take a variety of courses each month.(每个月参加各种各样的课程)”提出了解决办法：学习各种各样的课程，避免重复，且同时与下文中“This creates a trial-and-error scenario”相照应，符合上下文连贯。故选B项。
39. 上文“You must forget about the myth that doing what you’re passionate about will be easy and pleasant. This is because there’ll always be inconveniences in any activity you undertake. Beyond that, don’t lose focus on the fact that these are temporary moments. (你必须忘记那种认为做你热爱的事情会轻松愉快的说法。这是因为在你从事的任何活动中，总会有不便的地方。除此之外，不要忽视这样一个事实：这些都是短暂的时刻)”纠正了一些错误的观点，G项“Understanding this will make it easier to keep motivated.(理解这一点会让你更容易保持动力)”说明明白这些道理后的结果，符合上下文连贯。故选G项。
40. 根据小标题“Remember that your age doesn’t matter.(记住，你的年龄并不重要)”可知，本段主要讲年龄不是问题，D项“Age isn’t necessary to find out your true passion.(找到你真正的激情，年龄并不是必要条件)”与段落主题一致，符合上下文连贯。故选D项。
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These days when someone says a computer has a bug(小虫子) in it, usually they mean that there’s a problem with one of its programs. Maybe your computer crashed when you were in the middle of a game. 41
But back in the early days of computers, a woman named Grace Hopper was part of a team that discovered the very first computer bug.
42 She had been invited to help program a new computer, the job of which was to quickly deal with the math problems ships used to find their way. 43 Then it translated the patterns of holes into the math problems it was supposed to solve.
One afternoon in 1947 Hopper and her team were running a program. But the computer wasn’t giving them the right results. 44 They finally ended up taking the computer apart, looking for problems. What did they find It was a moth(飞蛾)! The moth was blocking some of the holes in the paper— 45 Some people think Hopper was the first person to use the word “debug” to mean “get rid of the problems in a computer”.
A. What could be wrong
B. Hopper was a mathematician.
C. Who had operated the computer
D. Hopper was a hardworking scientist.
E. She thought it was funny that it was a real one.
F. Or you got an error message when you tried to go to a website.
G. The computer worked by reading instructions from a long piece of paper with holes in it.
【答案】41. F 42. B 43. G 44. A 45. E
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章告诉我们，有些人认为Hopper是第一个使用“debug”这个词的人，意思是“摆脱电脑中的问题”。现在，当有人说电脑里有一个漏洞时，通常他们的意思是说它的一个程序有问题。
41. 上文提到“也许你的电脑在游戏中崩溃了。”承接上文，F项 Or you got an error message when you tried to go to a website.“或者当你试图去一个网站的时候，你收到了一条错误信息。”切题。该项中的or将上下文串联在一起。故选F项。
42. 下文提到“她被邀请去帮助编写一台新电脑，这项工作的任务是快速处理船只用来寻找道路的数学问题。”承接下文，B项Hopper was a mathematician.“Hopper是一个数学家”切题。该项中的a mathematician与下文的the math problems相吻合。故选B项。
43. 上文提到“”她被邀请去帮助编写一台新电脑，这项工作的任务是快速处理船只用来寻找道路的数学问题”。承接上文，G项The computer worked by reading instructions from a long piece of paper with holes in it.“这台电脑的工作原理是阅读一张上面有洞长纸上的说明。”切题。该项中的The computer正好特指上文提到的a new computer。故选G项。
44. 下文提到“他们最终把电脑拆开，寻找问题。”承接下文，A项What could be wrong “出什么错了吗”切题。该项中的wrong与下文的problems相吻合。故选A项。
45. 上文提到“那是一只蛾子！这只蛾子挡住了纸上的一些洞。”承接上文，E项She thought it was funny that it was a real one.“她认为这是真的很有趣。”切题。故选E项。
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The Lantern Festival, a traditional Chinese festival, is celebrated on the 15th day of the first lunar month. And it falls on Tuesday this year. 46 The day leads to the first full moon night of the year, and is also the night when the earth returns to spring.
It was also a romantic festival in ancient China, providing an opportunity for unmarried men and women to meet. 47 But during the Lantern Festival, it is a tradition that all people including those young women，come out for lantern shows. People hang lanterns everywhere, in their house or in the streets, which depict various characters, like flying birds, leaping fishes, and shining fireworks, showing an atmosphere of joy. 48 .
Another activity，guessing the answers to lantern riddles，gave young people a chance to interact with each other and know more about each other. For thousands of years, there have been numerous love stories originating during the Lantern Festival.
Besides watching lanterns and guessing the answers to lantern riddles，there are many other traditions for the festival.
1. Dragon lantern dance
49 At the festival, people perform dragon lantern dances and look forward to this year’s good weather and peace.
2. Lion Dances
It is similar to the dragon lantern dance，delivering good wishes and good luck.
3. Eating yuanxiao
Eating yuanxiao on Lantern Festival is another tradition. 50 The stuffing includes bean paste, sugar，hawthorn various kinds of fruit and so on. It can be boiled, fried or steamed to eat.
A. Chinese people regard the dragon as a symbol of good luck.
B. Here is a guide for you to spend a happy I intern Festival.
C. Yuanxiao is made of glutinous rice, either solid or stuffed.
D. Almost all people will come out and appreciate the beautiful scene.
E. As a traditional food, YuanXiao appeals to a lot of people.
F. In ancient times, young women, especially daughters of respected families, hardly stepped out their houses.
G. It is a continuation of celebrating the Spring Festival.
【答案】46. G 47. F 48. D 49. A 50. C
【导语】这是一篇说明文。短文介绍了中国的元宵节。
46. 由上句“The Lantern Festival, a traditional Chinese festival, is celebrated on the 15th day of the first lunar month. And it falls on Tuesday this year”可知，元宵节是中国的传统节日，农历正月十五是元宵节。今年元宵节是星期二。所以小题1要承接上文，在时间上说明它是新年的延续。故G选项“它是庆祝春节的延续”切题。故选G项。
47. 由下句“But during the Lantern Festival, it is a tradition that all people including those young women，come out for lantern shows”可知，但是在元宵节，这是所有人的传统，包括未出嫁的女子都要出来观花灯。所以通过“but”可以判读出，所以小题2要与后一句为转折关系。故F选项“在古代，年轻的女子，特别是大家闺秀，很少走出家门”切题。故选F项。
48. 由上句“People hang lanterns everywhere, in their house or in the streets, which depict various characters, like flying birds, leaping fishes, and shining fireworks, showing an atmosphere of joy”可知，人们在家里或街上到处挂上灯笼，上面画着飞鸟、飞鱼、焰火等各种各样的人物，表现出欢乐的气氛。所以小题3要总结性地说明几乎所有的人都会出来欣赏这美丽的景色以此说明元宵节的热闹场面。故D选项“几乎所有的人都会出来欣赏这美丽的景色”切题。故选D项。
49. 由标题“ Dragon lantern dance”可知，本段在介绍元宵节的活动之一龙灯舞。所以小题4要说明龙在中国文化中的象征意义。故A选项“中国人把龙视为吉祥的象征”切题。故选A项。
50. 由下句“The stuffing includes bean paste, sugar，hawthorn and various kinds of fruit and so on”可知，馅料包括豆沙、糖、山楂等各种水果。所以小题5要说明元宵的皮儿是什么制成的和后一句一同说明元宵的组成。故C选项“元宵是用糯米做成的，要么是实心的，要么是馅的。”切题。故选C项。
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(2023浙江宁波高一上期末)An earthquake happens when two plates rub together. The earth plates travel in different directions and at different speeds. 51 In other words, earthquakes are the shaking of the earth’s surface caused by the earth’s rocky outer layer. The energy stored within is suddenly released.
The damage an earthquake causes depends on where it is and when it is happening. If an unpopulated region is struck, there will be low loss of life or property. 52 Many of the areas at risk are largely populated now. Major earthquakes hitting those areas today could produce terrible damage.
53 Fortunately, however, most of them are unnoticed to the public because of the small Richter scale(震级). But large earthquakes such as the 1964 Alaskan quake that measured 9.2 on the Richter scale, can cause millions of dollars in damage.
54 In 1972, a series of severe earthquakes struck Managua, Nicaragua. Fifteen years later, the city still looked the way it had a week after the earthquake hit, because the city was in such a mess that it didn’t have the money necessary to rebuild it.
The shaking of the earth is sometimes not the greatest disaster. 55 In the 1906 earthquake, it was the fires caused after it that did the majority of the damage. An earthquake can also destroy dams high above a city or valleys, causing floods to sweep away everything in their path.
A. Actually, there are several million small earthquakes every year.
B. It is in the fires and floods that often the greatest damage occurs.
C. Throughout history, there are numerous destructive big earthquakes.
D. If it hits a large city, there may be many injuries and much destruction.
E. So it is of great importance to predict the movements of the earth plates.
F. If one plate is slowly forced under the other, pressure builds up until the plates break apart.
G. The destructive damage of an earthquake can continue for years after the first shake.
【答案】51. F 52. D 53. A 54. G 55. B
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了地震形成的原因、影响等。
51. 由上文“An earthquake happens when two plates rub together. The earth plates travel in different directions and at different speeds. (当两个板块相互摩擦时，就会发生地震。地球板块以不同的方向和速度运动。)”可知，本空要说跟“运动导致地震”有关的话题，故F选项“If one plate is slowly forced under the other, pressure builds up until the plates break apart. (如果一个板块被慢慢压在另一个板块下面，压力就会积聚起来，直到板块破裂。)”能承接上文，符合题意。故选F。
52. 由下文“Many of the areas at risk are largely populated now. Major earthquakes hitting those areas today could produce terrible damage. (许多面临风险的地区现在人口众多。今天袭击这些地区的大地震可能会造成可怕的破坏。)”可知，本空要说跟“大地震袭击人口众多地区”有关的话题，故D选项“If it hits a large city, there may be many injuries and much destruction. (如果它袭击一个大城市，可能会有很多人受伤和造成很大破坏。)”能引起下文，也能与上文“If an unpopulated region is struck, there will be low loss of life or property.(如果一个无人居住的地区被袭击，生命或财产损失将很低)”形成对比。故选D。
53. 由下文“Fortunately, however, most of them are unnoticed to the public because of the small Richter scale (震级). But large earthquakes such as the 1964 Alaskan quake that measured 9.2 on the Richter scale, can cause millions of dollars in damage. (然而，幸运的是，由于里氏震级较小，大多数地震都没有引起公众的注意。但是像1964年阿拉斯加9.2级地震这样的大地震会造成数百万美元的损失。)”可知，本空要说跟“小地震”有关的话题，故A选项“Actually, there are several million small earthquakes every year. (事实上，每年都有几百万次小地震。)”能引起下文，符合题意。故选A。
54. 由下文“In 1972, a series of severe earthquakes struck Managua, Nicaragua. Fifteen years later, the city still looked the way it had a week after the earthquake hit, because the city was in such a mess that it didn’t have the money necessary to rebuild it. (1972年，尼加拉瓜的马那瓜发生了一系列强烈地震。15年后，这座城市仍然是地震发生后一周的样子，因为这座城市一团糟，没有必要的资金来重建它。)”可知，本空要说跟“地震后持续数年的影响”有关的话题，故G选项“The destructive damage of an earthquake can continue for years after the first shake. (地震的毁灭性破坏可能在第一次地震后持续数年。)”能引起下文，符合题意。故选G。
55. 由下文“In the 1906 earthquake, it was the fires caused after it that did the majority of the damage. An earthquake can also destroy dams high above a city or valleys, causing floods to sweep away everything in their path. (在1906年的地震中，造成最大损失的是地震后引发的大火。地震还可以摧毁城市或山谷上方的大坝，引发洪水，席卷所到之处的一切。)”可知，本空要说跟“地震引发的火灾和洪水的破坏”有关的话题，故B选项“It is in the fires and floods that often the greatest damage occurs. (火灾和洪水往往造成最大的破坏。)”能引起下文，符合题意。故选B。
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(2023广东珠海高一上阶段练习)A tsunami is an extremely large wave in the sea caused by an earthquake at the sea bed. The following safety tips may help you deal with it.
Before the tsunami
Know the warning signs of a tsunami: rapidly rising or falling coastal waters, a loud noise from the ocean, or rumblings of an earthquake. “If people along the Indian Ocean coastline on December 26, 2004, were aware of these natural warnings, fewer people would have died.” says an expert. 56 And you’d better map your evacuation(疏散) route.
During the tsunami
● If you’re in a tsunami area and there is an earthquake, first drop to the floor, cover your head and neck, and hold on to something stable. 57
● 58 “Listen to the authorities, but do not wait for tsunami warnings and evacuation orders,” suggests the U.S. site Ready.gov.
● People often mistake the distance they have to go to be safe. “Many people think they’ve got to go miles,” Richards says. “ 59 ” If you’re a visitor staying in a tall concrete hotel, he adds, going above the fourth floor likely will be safer than evacuating.
● Stay put in a safe area until an official all-clear is given. The first wave may not be the last or the strongest and the danger can last for hours or even days.
After the tsunami
First, stay clear of damaged or flooded areas and downed power lines. Meanwhile, listen for further alerts and instructions about evacuation zones and shelters. 60 Phone systems are likely to be down or busy at that time.
A. But it might be just right behind Johnny’s house.
B. But they can also come back as soon as possible.
C. If you’re in a low-lying area, move inland as soon as possible.
D. Take the warnings seriously, and strictly follow the requirements.
E. Listen for official warnings, but also listen and watch for natural signs.
F. Besides, you should be familiar with your government’s warning system.
G. You’d better use texts and social media to communicate with loved ones.
【答案】56. F 57. C 58. E 59. A 60. G
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了在海啸发生之前、之中、之后的一些安全建议。
56. 前文“‘If people along the Indian Ocean coastline on December 26, 2004, were aware of these natural warnings, fewer people would have died.’ says an expert.(一位专家表示：‘如果2004年12月26日印度洋沿岸的人们意识到这些自然警告，死亡人数就会减少。’)”举例讲述了自然警告有助于降低伤害，后文“And you’d better map your evacuation(疏散) route.(你最好画出撤离路线。)”讲述了画撤离路线的作用，所以空处应讲述其他在海啸来临之前能够采取的措施，F项“此外，你应该熟悉政府的预警系统。”符合题意。故选F。
57. 前文“If you’re in a tsunami area and there is an earthquake, first drop to the floor, cover your head and neck, and hold on to something stable.(如果你在海啸地区，并且发生了地震，首先趴在地板上，盖住你的头和脖子，抓住稳定的东西。)”讲述了在发生了地震的海啸地区应该采取的做法，空处应讲述在其他地方应该怎么做，C项“如果你在低洼地区，尽快向内陆移动。”符合题意，选项中的If you’re in a low-lying area和前文的If you’re in a tsunami area and there is an earthquake相照应。故选C。
58. 根据后文“‘Listen to the authorities, but do not wait for tsunami warnings and evacuation orders,’ suggests the U.S. site Ready.gov.(美国网站Ready.gov建议：‘听取当局的意见，但不要等待海啸警报和疏散命令。’)”可知，这里应是说在听取官方警告的同时也要注意自然迹象，E项“倾听官方警告，但也要倾听和注意自然迹象。”符合题意。故选E。
59. 前文“People often mistake the distance they have to go to be safe. ‘Many people think they’ve got to go miles,’ Richards says.(人们经常误会他们必须走的安全距离。Richards说：‘很多人认为他们必须走好几英里。’)”讲述了人们经常误以为自己要走很远才能到安全地带，空处应讲述真实的情况可能与其相反，A项“但它可能就在Johnny的房子后面。”符合题意。故选A。
60. 后文“Phone systems are likely to be down or busy at that time.(此时，电话系统可能会出现故障或繁忙。)”讲述了海啸之后电话系统可能有故障或者线路繁忙，所以空处应和通讯有关，G项“你最好使用短信和社交媒体与所爱的人交流。”符合题意。故选G。
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How to Survive a Tsunami
A tsunami is a series of destructive and dangerous waves that are typically caused by earthquakes. If you live in a tsunami hazard region, make sure you know what to do in the unfortunate event of a tsunami. 61
1. Evacuate on foot if possible.
Bridges and roads might be damaged or blocked after an earthquake. Whether there is an official tsunami warning or you live in a tsunami hazard zone and an earthquake just happened, immediately start moving on foot. 62 This helps you avoid getting stuck in a car in a dangerous location.
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In some cases, you might not have time to evacuate. If you don’t have time to get away, go up to a third floor or higher in a strong building. Even better, try to get on the roof of the tallest, strongest building you can find. If you’re right on the coast, there might be a tall tsunami evacuation tower nearby. Look for evacuation route signs and follow them to the tower, then climb to the top.
3. Grab something floating if you’re in the water.
This can help keep you safe if you get caught by a tsunami’s waves. 64 Grab the object and hold on tightly while you get carried by the waves.
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Tsunami activity can continue for up to 8 hours or longer. Stay away from the coast and on high ground for this period to play it safe. Listen to announcements from officials and only move when they say it’s safe to do so.
You may be stressed out and worried about loved ones, but you must stay where you are and try to remain calm. Don’t put your life at risk to try to meet up with someone in another area.
A. Look for a boat to stay on.
B. Walk or run towards safety quickly.
C. Stay in your safe spot for at least 8 hours.
D. Climb to the top of a building if you are trapped.
E. Here are some ways to react and survive a tsunami.
F. Look for something strong like a tree, a door or a life raft.
G. Join the rescue team in order to search for your loved ones.
【答案】61. E 62. B 63. D 64. F 65. C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了在海啸中生存的方法。
61. 上文“If you live in a tsunami hazard region, make sure you know what to do in the unfortunate event of a tsunami.(如果你生活在海啸危险地区，一定要知道万一发生海啸该怎么办)”说明你应该知道应对海啸的方法，E项“以下是一专题04 阅读七选五 经典题20篇(考题猜想)
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(2023江苏省淮安市淮安区高一下学期期中)
Floods are one of the most common disasters. Some floods develop slowly. But flash floods(暴洪)can develop quickly, sometimes in just a few minutes and without any signs of rain. 1 It carries rocks and mud and can sweep away most things in its path.
1. If a flood is likely to happen in your area, you should:
Listen to the radio or the television for information. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move at once to higher ground. 2
2. If you have time to prepare, you should:
Make your home safe by bringing in outdoor furniture. 3 Do not touch any electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.
3. If you have to leave your home right away, remember these tips:
Do not walk through moving water. 5 If you have to walk in water, walk where the water is not moving. Use a stick to check the ground in front of you.
5 If floodwaters rise around your car, give up the car and move to higher ground if you can do so safely. Otherwise you and the car can be quickly swept away.
A. Do not drive into flooded areas.
B. Do not wait for instructions to move.
C. Turn off all pieces of electrical equipment.
D. 20 cm of moving water can make you fall.
E. Floods can cause deaths and loss of property.
F. A flash flood often has a dangerous wall of water.
G. Mud from floodwaters may contain chemicals.
B
(2023江苏省泰州姜堰中学高一下学期期中)
The fear of elevators is actually one of the most common phobias(恐惧症) experienced today. 6 When combined with these other conditions, the fear of elevators is highly common, and usually successfully treated.
7 Some may be frightened of being up so high. Others may be afraid of the enclosed space. Still others are afraid to be close to other people.
Since so many people suffer from the fear of elevators, there may be support groups in some areas. These are most common in cities with lots of tall buildings where riding an elevator is almost impossible to avoid in day-to-day life. 8
Usually, the fear of elevators can be treated. Let sufferers visualize riding an elevator and picture the aspects which are frightening. Then they may be required to involve themselves in the part that scares them most. For example, someone who is afraid of heights may start by climbing a ladder over and over again. 9 Next, they move on to a greater height, such as climbing a tree. As they experience greater and greater levels, their fear may become lessened. Finally, they will be able to enter an elevator.
Sometimes just stepping into it is a start. 10 This will likely still cause anxiety the first few times. But they can use methods which work when accomplishing smaller goals. Finally, after many attempts, riding an elevator may not cause anxiety at all.
A. They can stop this process when it causes little anxiety.
B. By now, you have identified what scares you most.
C. At other times, they will be asked to ride up a few flights.
D. Sufferers generally force themselves to face their fears.
E. Many aspects of riding an elevator may cause fear in sufferers.
F. In these locations, the fear of elevators can affect everyday activities.
G. It may present itself in correlation with another fear, such as the fear of limited spaces.
C
(2023江苏省盐城市第一中学等多校高一下学期期中联考)
U.N. Report Warns Nature Crisis
A new U.N. report focuses on the negative effects of human activity on nature. It says one million plant and animal species on land, in the seas and in the sky are now in danger of extinction.
The 1,800-page report took three years to finish. 11 The Earth has always suffered from human activity, it says. However, these scratches (划伤) have become deep scars(伤疤) over the past 50 years. Species are going to extinct several hundred times faster than the average rate during the past ten million years. It’s something that has never happened before in human history.
12 Since 1970, the human population has doubled. The global economy has grown by four times. To feed, clothe and give energy to this fast-changing world, lots of forests have been cut down. 13 Furthermore, hunting, overfishing and pollution have also been killing species in great numbers.
The problem can be fixed, the report says. 14 The amount of land and sea that is under protection needs to increase rapidly. The report suggests governments move away from using GDP as a key measure of development. Long-term effects must be considered, too.
Professor Eduardo Brondizio of Indiana University is an author of the report. He says, “We all know what needs to be done. The knowledge is there. 15 ”
A. However, this requires many changes.
B. Over 120 wildlife species are facing extinction.
C. Only experts know how to address the problem.
D. The report listed several causes for the situation.
E. There just needs to be a greater will to take action.
F. It draws on the work of 450 scientists from dozens of countries.
G. Between 1980 and 2000, one million square kilometers of tropical (热带的) forest were lost.
D
(2023江苏省盐城市新丰中学、龙岗中学等五校高一下学期期中联考)
What are some things in your life that give you too much stress Find out what you can do about it.
School work and grades
As a student, school work and grades are at the top of your stress list. Even if your results are not so bad, you may still be overcome with stress fearing that you may fail or not do as well as you expect. 16 . Why not take it easy by leaving extra time to study and take frequent breaks to avoid being so tired Manage your time carefully and do not put things off.
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Have you ever been concerned about not having enough friends, or not being in the same class as your best friends These, along with other problems such as peer pressure and interpersonal conflicts(冲突), are other common stress.
It is important to know how to choose your circle of friends wisely. Do not hide in your own world. 18 . Make plans to meet with your friends from other classes during break time.
Poor diet and lack of sleep
Some students eat too much fast food and junk food, which can lead to mood changes, lack of energy and other negative effects. These food may cause other health problems. 19 .
Other students suffer from lack of sleep. When that happens, they function poorly in class, getting upset and angry easily. Why not draw up a schedule to go to bed at a set time every night 20 . Well arrange your daily routine and you will feel better about yourself.
A. Family and support
B. Friendships and relationships
C. Avoid using smart phones before you sleep
D. Eating junk food is really a waste of money
E. Make friends when you join in school activitics
F. Heavy learning burden is another cause for worry
G. So learn to make wise food choices that you can enjoy
A
Sometimes, we meet with situations that cause us to feel angry to the point we may want to erupt like a volcano or curse(咒骂) someone out. 1 Here are some replies online to the question about how to deal with anger.
Go for a swim, lift weights, and practice other forms of exercise!
Science suggests that hearing, seeing, or swimming causes our brain to produce neurochemicals that increase blood flow to the brain and heart. “ 2 I like to lift weights. It completely takes the edge off. Heavy bag work is good for cardio and reducing anger. Yoga is great for both exercise and meditation,” wrote u/JackFunk.
Eat a healthier diet.
Proteins such as fish, tofu, and chicken, help us produce higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine, which are chemicals in the brain that play a role in your mood, motivation, and concentration. “I found that some foods messed with my stomach. 3 Over time I have removed various foods from my diet, and it has really helped,” u/JackFunk also wrote.
Write your feelings down.
Whether it’s quick sentences or journal entries, writing down how you feel is a great way to release negative emotions. “ 4 Pour your heart out… and if you’re worried that someone else may read it later, you can burn it to release the energy,” wrote u/ChoiceFabulous.
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“If you have trouble not getting angry when discussing something or trying to work through a problem with someone, always imagine the conversation is being videotaped. If you keep that in the back of your mind, you will always think about what you say, and it could help keep your mind from the anger,” wrote u/therealtidbits.
A. For me, nothing is better than exercise.
B. Whenever I can’t help getting angry, I read.
C. Pretend that when you get angry people are watching.
D. Whenever I can’t exercise or burn out the feelings, I write.
E. Anyway, there are always better ways to handle when angry.
F. They then messed with my head, which brought out the anger.
G. Pretend there is a camera before you and be mindful of what you say.
B
These four good habits will improve some aspects of your life.
Do one thing at a time
6 . In truth, it’s not the best way to get things done. Instead of jumping from one thing to the next like a ping-pong ball, stick with one task as long as you can. That concentrated time you spend on one thing will be far more productive. 7 .
Create a place for everything
Imagine all things in your home have a place where they live. For example, toys go into a basket when they’re not in use. 8 . If you regularly(定期的) have lots of things that have nowhere to go, it may be time to make some hard choices about what you really want to keep.
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Get up at the same time every day, preferably all seven days a week. A consistent(一致的) sleep schedule helps form your body’s circadian rhythm(昼夜节律). Sleeping late on the weekends is not bad. But it feels better to get regular rests every day.
Learn how to say no
Saying yes to everything can be a difficult habit to break for most of us. But learning how to draw a line is one of the best things you can do for yourself. You have the power not to agree to help everyone else with their problems. 10 . Your time is just as valuable as everyone else’s.
A. Set a realistic goal
B. Keep a consistent sleep schedule
C. In this way you spare lots of time for yourself
D. If so, tidying up your home gets a whole lot quicker
E. Most of us sometimes do several things at the same time
F. Being efficient with the time you have is crucial for productivity
G. Instead, you will easily feel tired when trying to finish three things meantime
C
How to add green tech to your home
Green tech involves combining technology and science to create environmentally friendly products. The idea is by using products and services in the home to reduce energy consumption, waste, or harmful effects on the environment, we can all help the planet. 11
Install smart light bulbs
One quick way to reduce energy use is to switch all your light bulbs to energy-efficient versions called smart bulbs and use a virtual assistant to control them. These bulbs tend to use about 7 to 9.5 watts of power yet provide the same amount of light a 60-watt ordinary bulb offers. 12 Just use your phone to shut them down.
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Smart plugs are a great option, too, for controlling devices like televisions, coffee makers, or almost anything that plugs into a wall socket to work. Devices like these use energy just by being plugged in, so using your phone or virtual assistant to turn the plugs on or off as needed helps stop energy drain in its tracks.
Upcycle or recycle your old tech
Tech is everywhere in our homes, and when a device gets old, we tend to replace it with a newer, better, faster version. It’s okay to get the latest device, but why not reuse and repurpose the older ones For example, you can upcycle your old computers and laptops by repurposing them into home security monitors. Got an old Android phone 14
It’s not hard to start adding green tech to your home. 15 Once you start, you’ll quickly see how convenient green tech can be and how easy it is to start using it.
A. Add smart plugs everywhere
B. Forgot to turn off the lights
C. Anyone can achieve it easily.
D. Upcycle it into a remote control for your TV.
E. Upcycle it instead of throwing it into the dust bin.
F. The real difficulty is in deciding to take that first small step today.
G. Below are several quick and easy ideas you can start using today.
D
If you will take a vacation with your family or friends, renting a yacht 游艇) in Cabo is one of the choices you need to consider. A yacht is comfortable and gives you the freedom while on vacation. 16 .
It allows you to explore different destinations. 17 , renting a yacht can allow you to do this often without the need to unload your baggage. It also allows you to reach and see beaches which you can only reach by water.
18 . Renting a yacht could be great if you are looking for an ideal environment for relaxation. Whether sailing across the coast or in calm waters, it allows you to sit back and enjoy viewing the beautiful scenery. 19 .
It allows you to enjoy your privacy and personal service. Renting a yacht for a vacation guarantees (保证) privacy and provides an opportunity to spend time with your loved ones. 20 . The yacht workers will help you get the best out of your vacation and take care of your personal needs.
These above are the reasons why you may consider renting a yacht when going for a vacation.
A. Of course, there are many choices
B. Since you will visit many places in Cabo
C. It allows you to experience total relaxation
D. Because exploring and privacy are the most important
E. Besides, you have the chance to request personal service
F. Here are some other benefits of renting a yacht for your trip
G. Renting a yacht will, thus, make you get away from the busy world
E
(2023山东枣庄高一上期末)What’ s a micro activity I consider this question about the word “micro” whenever it appears.
21 Quite literally, it means “extremely small”. But in this article, a micro activity will refer to something which takes up no more than five minutes of your time.
The following recommendations are micro activities you should do for your body.
Self-Massage(自我按摩)
Self-massaging should become a part of your daily musts. 22 As we get older, our muscles (肌肉) tighten. But if we self-massage, these muscles will feel cared for. According to the Mayo Clinic, massage can reduce stress and increase relaxation.
Intensive Exercise
There are many benefits of intensive exercise(高强度运动). And do you know what else it does for your body It makes your body realize it can do so much more. In less than five minutes, the goal is to break a sweat. This can be from running or lifting weights. 23
Let Loose
Whether it be dancing, skipping or something else, our body should do whatever it feels like doing without judgment. 24 Thus we will feel happy and relaxed.
Be Still
25 Your body loves movement. But we must find a few moments of stillness throughout our day. By devoting ourselves to more stillness, we can find ourselves more at peace and less stressed even under hard circumstances.
A. Did you regret doing it
B. What does it really mean
C. Don’t give yourself too much pressure.
D. It should be as necessary as brushing your teeth or taking a shower.
E. Every activity involves some sort of movement.
F. The playful nature helps bring out the inner child and promotes creativity and joy.
G. It doesn’t matter which activity you choose, so long as you bring intensity to that workout.
F
Sandstorms are among the most violent natural disasters. High winds lift dirt or sand into the air, causing damage, injuries, and deaths. 26
27 If you have a mask, put it on immediately. If you don’t have one, wrap a piece of cloth tightly around your head to protect your nose and mouth.
Look for shelter(避难所). Even a parked car will do, so long as it is off the road and not in danger of getting hit. Sand will fly around when it hits objects. 28 If you cannot get to shelter, try to stay low to the ground and protect your head with your arms, a backpack or a pillow.
Protect yourself from flying objects. Look for a large rock to cover as much of your body as possible. 29 Flying sand can hurt, but a dust storm’s high winds can also carry heavier (more dangerous) objects.
Wait out the storm. 30 It’s much too dangerous. Stay where you are and wait for it to pass before you attempt to move to a different location. If you can quickly reach such shelter before a dust storm reaches you, get there as quickly as possible and stay inside. Close all windows and doors, and wait out the storm.
A. Cover your nose and mouth.
B. Wait other people to help you.
C. Staying out is a better choice.
D. Don’t try to move through the storm.
E. This can protect you from flying sand.
F. So you should still try to cover as much of your skin and face as possible.
G. It’s good to know what to do if you see a wall of sand.
G
According to A Guide for Families by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, children, preteens, and teens can lie for varying reasons. 31 Their upsetting situations could include failing a class. and other struggles with things about themselves or fitting in with their peers.
32 . This is not to say that lying is acceptable, but the less parents take it personally, the more they can calmly and constructively help their child. Children and teens who fall into anxiety easily will use lying as an unhealthy coping strategy.
What should a parent or caregiver do Try to keep in mind that kids can be quite self-absorbed and they often don’t understand how hurtful lies can be. With this in mind, here are a few tips to help promote truthfulness in your child at any age.
33 If you overreact, then you are just building a barrier between you and your child, Calmly discuss or lecture about honesty and dishonesty and why they chose to lie. 34 Your understanding may not be able to stop your teen from creating those everyday lies, but you can convey that there are other options available.
Keep in mind that addressing lying behaviours is a process not a quick fix. 35 But if you keep your own emotion positively, your child or teen is more likely to eventually open up.
While in the short term you may just get a shrug, keeping yourself calm to create a sense of emotional safety will help your voice of truth and reason be heard throughout their lives.
A. Get them to know that you understand them or their situations.
B. Try to seek some help from experts who understand them well.
C. Some kids may take a while before they feel safe to level with you.
D. When I coach parents, I help them learn not to take lies from their kids personally.
E. They try to avoid getting into trouble or lie because they are too upset to talk about painful experiences.
F. Lying is not only harmful to kids then selves, but also it hurts people around them.
G. The best you can do as a parent is to keep yourself from overreacting to your child’s lies.
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Four Tips to Discover Your True Passion
True passion is the emotion, feeling, and desire that arises out of love for something. It’s the force that magnifies(放大) your capabilities for the benefit of excellent performance. This is because it’s a powerful motivation for best performance and everyone wants to get there. 36 Finding what you’re passionate about is a long road that requires effort and the following are some useful tips.
Search your childhood.
The purity and truth of your being are in the early stages of life. To that end, going back to the things you loved back then is always an excellent indication of marked preferences. Did you want to be a doctor 37 These are all clues that begin to point the way. While it’s true that children have several preferences in their early stages, it’s actually quite easy to figure out which they prioritize(优先考虑).
Experiment and discover.
Doing the same activities day after day closes any probabilities to succeed in finding your true passion. 38 This creates a trial-and-error scenario(设想) that promotes a positive outcome in less time.
Focus to find your true passion.
You must forget about the myth that doing what you’re passionate about will be easy and pleasant. This is because there’ll always be inconveniences in any activity you undertake. Beyond that, don’t lose focus on the fact that these are temporary moments. 39
Remember that your age doesn’t matter.
40 Encouraging yourself to take the first step can be difficult due to some of society’s obsolete(被淘汰的) barriers. The truth is that you must allow yourself to achieve and show your tastes leaving aside any obstacles, especially those that are self-imposed(自己强加的). It’s never too late!
A. Were you interested in insects
B. Take a variety of courses each month.
C. Do you know the meaning of passion
D. Age isn’t necessary to find out your true passion.
E. Be calm while finding out your motivation.
F. It’s vital to figure out what you’re passionate about.
G. Understanding this will make it easier to keep motivated.
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These days when someone says a computer has a bug(小虫子) in it, usually they mean that there’s a problem with one of its programs. Maybe your computer crashed when you were in the middle of a game. 41
But back in the early days of computers, a woman named Grace Hopper was part of a team that discovered the very first computer bug.
42 She had been invited to help program a new computer, the job of which was to quickly deal with the math problems ships used to find their way. 43 Then it translated the patterns of holes into the math problems it was supposed to solve.
One afternoon in 1947 Hopper and her team were running a program. But the computer wasn’t giving them the right results. 44 They finally ended up taking the computer apart, looking for problems. What did they find It was a moth(飞蛾)! The moth was blocking some of the holes in the paper— 45 Some people think Hopper was the first person to use the word “debug” to mean “get rid of the problems in a computer”.
A. What could be wrong
B. Hopper was a mathematician.
C. Who had operated the computer
D. Hopper was a hardworking scientist.
E. She thought it was funny that it was a real one.
F. Or you got an error message when you tried to go to a website.
G. The computer worked by reading instructions from a long piece of paper with holes in it.
J
The Lantern Festival, a traditional Chinese festival, is celebrated on the 15th day of the first lunar month. And it falls on Tuesday this year. 46 The day leads to the first full moon night of the year, and is also the night when the earth returns to spring.
It was also a romantic festival in ancient China, providing an opportunity for unmarried men and women to meet. 47 But during the Lantern Festival, it is a tradition that all people including those young women，come out for lantern shows. People hang lanterns everywhere, in their house or in the streets, which depict various characters, like flying birds, leaping fishes, and shining fireworks, showing an atmosphere of joy. 48 .
Another activity，guessing the answers to lantern riddles，gave young people a chance to interact with each other and know more about each other. For thousands of years, there have been numerous love stories originating during the Lantern Festival.
Besides watching lanterns and guessing the answers to lantern riddles，there are many other traditions for the festival.
1. Dragon lantern dance
49 At the festival, people perform dragon lantern dances and look forward to this year’s good weather and peace.
2. Lion Dances
It is similar to the dragon lantern dance，delivering good wishes and good luck.
3. Eating yuanxiao
Eating yuanxiao on Lantern Festival is another tradition. 50 The stuffing includes bean paste, sugar，hawthorn various kinds of fruit and so on. It can be boiled, fried or steamed to eat.
A. Chinese people regard the dragon as a symbol of good luck.
B. Here is a guide for you to spend a happy I intern Festival.
C. Yuanxiao is made of glutinous rice, either solid or stuffed.
D. Almost all people will come out and appreciate the beautiful scene.
E. As a traditional food, YuanXiao appeals to a lot of people.
F. In ancient times, young women, especially daughters of respected families, hardly stepped out their houses.
G. It is a continuation of celebrating the Spring Festival.
K
(2023浙江宁波高一上期末)An earthquake happens when two plates rub together. The earth plates travel in different directions and at different speeds. 51 In other words, earthquakes are the shaking of the earth’s surface caused by the earth’s rocky outer layer. The energy stored within is suddenly released.
The damage an earthquake causes depends on where it is and when it is happening. If an unpopulated region is struck, there will be low loss of life or property. 52 Many of the areas at risk are largely populated now. Major earthquakes hitting those areas today could produce terrible damage.
53 Fortunately, however, most of them are unnoticed to the public because of the small Richter scale(震级). But large earthquakes such as the 1964 Alaskan quake that measured 9.2 on the Richter scale, can cause millions of dollars in damage.
54 In 1972, a series of severe earthquakes struck Managua, Nicaragua. Fifteen years later, the city still looked the way it had a week after the earthquake hit, because the city was in such a mess that it didn’t have the money necessary to rebuild it.
The shaking of the earth is sometimes not the greatest disaster. 55 In the 1906 earthquake, it was the fires caused after it that did the majority of the damage. An earthquake can also destroy dams high above a city or valleys, causing floods to sweep away everything in their path.
A. Actually, there are several million small earthquakes every year.
B. It is in the fires and floods that often the greatest damage occurs.
C. Throughout history, there are numerous destructive big earthquakes.
D. If it hits a large city, there may be many injuries and much destruction.
E. So it is of great importance to predict the movements of the earth plates.
F. If one plate is slowly forced under the other, pressure builds up until the plates break apart.
G. The destructive damage of an earthquake can continue for years after the first shake.
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(2023广东珠海高一上阶段练习)A tsunami is an extremely large wave in the sea caused by an earthquake at the sea bed. The following safety tips may help you deal with it.
Before the tsunami
Know the warning signs of a tsunami: rapidly rising or falling coastal waters, a loud noise from the ocean, or rumblings of an earthquake. “If people along the Indian Ocean coastline on December 26, 2004, were aware of these natural warnings, fewer people would have died.” says an expert. 56 And you’d better map your evacuation(疏散) route.
During the tsunami
● If you’re in a tsunami area and there is an earthquake, first drop to the floor, cover your head and neck, and hold on to something stable. 57
● 58 “Listen to the authorities, but do not wait for tsunami warnings and evacuation orders,” suggests the U.S. site Ready.gov.
● People often mistake the distance they have to go to be safe. “Many people think they’ve got to go miles,” Richards says. “ 59 ” If you’re a visitor staying in a tall concrete hotel, he adds, going above the fourth floor likely will be safer than evacuating.
● Stay put in a safe area until an official all-clear is given. The first wave may not be the last or the strongest and the danger can last for hours or even days.
After the tsunami
First, stay clear of damaged or flooded areas and downed power lines. Meanwhile, listen for further alerts and instructions about evacuation zones and shelters. 60 Phone systems are likely to be down or busy at that time.
A. But it might be just right behind Johnny’s house.
B. But they can also come back as soon as possible.
C. If you’re in a low-lying area, move inland as soon as possible.
D. Take the warnings seriously, and strictly follow the requirements.
E. Listen for official warnings, but also listen and watch for natural signs.
F. Besides, you should be familiar with your government’s warning system.
G. You’d better use texts and social media to communicate with loved ones.
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How to Survive a Tsunami
A tsunami is a series of destructive and dangerous waves that are typically caused by earthquakes. If you live in a tsunami hazard region, make sure you know what to do in the unfortunate event of a tsunami. 61
1. Evacuate on foot if possible.
Bridges and roads might be damaged or blocked after an earthquake. Whether there is an official tsunami warning or you live in a tsunami hazard zone and an earthquake just happened, immediately start moving on foot. 62 This helps you avoid getting stuck in a car in a dangerous location.
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In some cases, you might not have time to evacuate. If you don’t have time to get away, go up to a third floor or higher in a strong building. Even better, try to get on the roof of the tallest, strongest building you can find. If you’re right on the coast, there might be a tall tsunami evacuation tower nearby. Look for evacuation route signs and follow them to the tower, then climb to the top.
3. Grab something floating if you’re in the water.
This can help keep you safe if you get caught by a tsunami’s waves. 64 Grab the object and hold on tightly while you get carried by the waves.
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Tsunami activity can continue for up to 8 hours or longer. Stay away from the coast and on high ground for this period to play it safe. Listen to announcements from officials and only move when they say it’s safe to do so.
You may be stressed out and worried about loved ones, but you must stay where you are and try to remain calm. Don’t put your life at risk to try to meet up with someone in another area.
A. Look for a boat to stay on.
B. Walk or run towards safety quickly.
C. Stay in your safe spot for at least 8 hours.
D. Climb to the top of a building if you are trapped.
E. Here are some ways to react and survive a tsunami.
F. Look for something strong like a tree, a door or a life raft.
G. Join the rescue team in order to search for your loved ones.
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How to Survive a Tsunami on the Beach
The word tsunami is from Japanese. It describes a series of waves that can reach over 100 feet tall and travel at speeds up to 600 miles per hour across the sea. A single wave in a tsunami can be quite long, as much as 60 miles, causing great damage. 66
Your best chance for surviving a tsunami on a beach is to pay attention to the warning signs, stay away from the shore after an earthquake, and get to high land. Then wait for information from disaster response groups.
67 With your family, discuss how you’ll reach the evacuation area (紧急疏散区) as soon as possible.
The sooner you know a tsunami is coming the better your chance of making it to higher ground. 68
·Head for high ground, get at least 100 feet above sea level.
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·Don’t swim against the current.
As you learn how to survive a tsunami, remember the first wave in a series of waves is the smallest and weakest. 70 If you’re in a boat at the beach, head out into the ocean. You’ll stand a better chance away of survival away from the shoreline.
A. That’s why it’s crucial to know how to survive a Tsunami.
B. Grab something like a tree or something that float, like a raft.
C. The waves following an earthquake may continue for hours or up to a day.
D. That’s why it’s essential to learn the early warning signs to survive a tsunami.
E. If it’s too late, and the water’s already rising, here’s what to do in a tsunami.
F. Your best chance for surviving a tsunami on a beach is to pay attention to the warning signs.
G. Whether you’re visiting or living in a tsunami zone, learn where the closest place is out of the tsunami’s reach.
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A flood can develop slowly, over time or rapidly, as in the case of flash floods which can develop in just a few minutes and without signs of rain.
71 This is the first thing that a person should do. It is unwise to just depend on history to decide whether your area is at risk of flooding.
Create an evacuation plan in case you have to evacuate your home. Pay attention to the safe areas you can go to. Prepare food kits for natural disasters that you can easily take with you if you have to leave your house. 72
If there is a possibility of a flash flood, leave your home and move to higher ground at once. Do not wait for instructions to move. Evacuation may also cause a shortage in the food supply. 73 To survive, one must depend on food storage.
While evacuating, avoid walking through moving water. Even six inches of moving water can make you fall. If you have to walk in water, walk where the water is not moving. 74
Do not drive into flooded areas. If floodwaters rise around your car, abandon (舍弃) the car and move to higher ground, when water is not moving or not more than a few inches deep. 75 If your car is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay in the car. If the water is rising inside the car, move on to the roof (顶部).
A. They don’t know where to look for shelter.
B. You and the car can be swept away quickly.
C. Use a stick to check the ground in front of you.
D. Be aware if the area you’re at is at risk of a flood.
E. There is no telling when another flood may happen.
F. It would help to store food for emergency situations.
G. During these conditions, hunger becomes a very real problem.
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Landslides occur when large amounts of wet debris(碎片), including rocks, earth, and trees, slide down a slope(斜坡). They may occur as a result of fires, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, storms, or human activities. Landslides are particularly dangerous because they strike suddenly, move at extremely high speeds, and travel long distances. Although landslides are often difficult to predict, you can prepare for a landslide. 76
1. Keep yourself alert and awake. Landslides can occur quite suddenly, so you need to be ready to take action at a moment’s notice. Many landslide-related deaths occur while people are asleep. 77
2. 78 Your local community should have a designated(指定的) public shelter. Go to the shelter if your home is unsafe or the authorities have called for an evacuation(疏散).
3. Contact local officials about past landslides. Landslides tend to happen in the same area where they have occurred before. 79 If you are in an at-risk area, consider getting a site analysis of your property. This will help you determine any necessary corrective measures.
4. Make an emergency kit(工具箱). 80 Make your kit in advance so it is ready at a moment’s notice. Your kit should contain enough food and water to last for at least 72 hours, as well as supplies like medications, flashlights, batteries, cell phones, copies of personal documents, and cash.
A. Notice unusual sounds.
B. Go to a public shelter.
C. Here are some tips which can help you.
D. Talk to local officials about landslides in your area.
E. In the event of a landslide or other emergency, choose a place.
F. If you are with other people, work together to keep one another awake.
G. An emergency kit contains the essentials that your household will need during an emergency.
