【2024届高考】英语作业考试化40分钟卷系列之
最新全国各地模拟题 七选五 34 教师版
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
A
（2024·吉林·三模）Tai Chi, a gentle martial art originating from China and involving slow movements with a focus on breathing and on what your body is doing in that moment, provides numerous benefits for both physical and mental well-being. Here are five convincing reasons to bring Tai Chi into your routine.
●It’s easy on the body.
Tai Chi offers gentle exercise suitable for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. 1 , as muscles remain relaxed without any stretching or straining. It’s an exercise that can be easily adapted for less able people, including those in wheelchairs.
●It could prevent falls.
A review of studies conducted in 2019 indicated that Tai Chi could lower the risk of falls among older people. Certainly, the emphasis is on balance, with sideways and backwards movements aiding in the strengthening of the muscles necessary for stability. 2 .
●It may boost brain power.
3 . Research shows that practising Tai Chi on a regular basis can enhance cognitive abilities in older adults, both those with and without memory issues. Given that it’s considered safe and suitable for the elderly, this is a definite win.
● 4 .
A reduction in stress and anxiety, along with an increase in confidence, is another mental health benefit of Tai Chi, as indicated by research findings, though further research is needed to comprehensively understand and confirm these effects.
●You can do it at home.
Attending classes can be beneficial for receiving structured instruction and connecting with like-minded individuals. 5 , providing an alternative for practicing at home. You’re bound to find one that matches your fitness level and exercise preferences. Practicing Tai Chi at home can also offer unparalleled convenience and flexibility.
A. It has the feel-good factor
B. It can improve heart health
C. The benefits aren’t just physical
D. But there are videos available online too
E. They also improve flexibility and spatial awareness
F. Its low-impact nature minimizes the risk of joint injury
G. You can share experiences with these people face-to-face
【答案】1. F 2. E 3. C 4. A 5. D
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍练习太极拳的五点好处。
1. 根据小标题“It’s easy on the body(它对身体来说很轻松)”可知，太极拳对身体不会造成过多的压力或负担，以及下一句“as muscles remain relaxed without any stretching or straining(因为肌肉保持放松，没有任何拉伸或紧张的情况)”可知，本句是在解释太极拳不会对身体造成压力的原因。故F选项“它的低冲击力使得关节损伤的风险降到最低”符合语境。故选F。
2. 根据小标题 “It could prevent falls.(它可以防止跌倒)”以及上文“Certainly, the emphasis is on balance, with sideways and backwards movements aiding in the strengthening of the muscles necessary for stability(当然，重点是平衡，侧向和向后的动作有助于加强稳定所必需的肌肉)”可知练习太极可以避免摔倒是因为该运动有助于加强稳定所必需的肌肉。而E选项“侧向和向后的动作还能提高灵活性和空间意识”是的另一个原因。其中also为语篇标志词，表示与上一句构成并列关系, they指代上句中的sideways and backwards movements。故选E。
3. 根据后文“Research shows that practising Tai Chi on a regular basis can enhance cognitive abilities in older adults, both those with and without memory issues. Given that it’s considered safe and suitable for the elderly, this is a definite win.(研究表明，定期练习太极可以提高老年人的认知能力，无论是有记忆问题还是没有记忆问题。考虑到它被认为是安全的，适合老年人，这是一个明确的胜利)”以及语篇结构可知，在练习太极的五个原因中，前两个是对身体健康的好处，从第三个开始讨论对心理健康的好处。C选项“好处不只是身体上的”指出太极拳的好处不仅仅局限于身体上的，也包括了心理方面的好处，起到了承接上下段的功能。故选C。
4. 根据本段内容“A reduction in stress and anxiety, along with an increase in confidence, is another mental health benefit of Tai Chi, as indicated by research findings, though further research is needed to comprehensively understand and confirm these effects.(研究结果表明，减少压力和焦虑，增加信心，是太极拳对心理健康的另一个好处，尽管需要进一步的研究来全面了解和证实这些影响)”可知，该段谈论了太极拳对心理健康的好处，包括减轻压力和焦虑，增强自信心。因此，从逻辑上来说，该段标题应该强调太极拳对心理健康的积极影响。选项A “它让人感觉良好”符合语境。故选A。
5. 根据小标题 “You can do it at home(你可以在家里练习太极)”以及上文“Attending classes can be beneficial for receiving structured instruction and connecting with like-minded individuals.(参加课程对接受系统的指导和与志同道合的人联系是有益的)”和后文“providing an alternative for practicing at home(为在家练习提供了另一种选择)”可知D选项“但是网上也有视频”符合要求。 这个选项提到了在线视频使得在家练习成为可能，与小标题提到的在家练习的内容相关，同时与前一句构成转折关系。此外，该段倒数第二句话中的one指代D选项中的 “video”。故选D。
B
（2024·贵州·二模）Most of us have been there: Families can be very difficult, and family problems are very painful. 6 Life is too short to waste time bogged down with negativity towards the people you love. How you approach the family member and what you say can make a big difference.
Identify the real problem. 7 Perhaps you are struggling with health problems or personal problems that you have been hiding from your family. Or maybe you are all grieving over a loved one who has passed away. Consider the real issue at hand, as this will allow you to then better address it.
Wait until you’re not angry to discuss this problem. Family problems can be very painful, especially around family-centered times, like holidays. 8 Waiting allows you to approach the issue logically, rather than emotionally.
9 Keep your language positive when you talk to your family. Avoid using language that puts blame on any of your family members or that feels negative. Negativity is a vicious cycle.
Accept everyone’s faults, including your own. They say that blood is thicker than water, and that you can choose your friends, but not your family. 10
A. Avoid the blame game.
B. Accept blame when you deserve it.
C. Try to figure out what is indeed going on.
D. That means avoiding judgment words or name calling of the family member.
E. However, there are ways to solve family problems and restore peace to the dynamic.
F. You might be able to cut people out, but it could cause you more pain down the road.
G. You should take a step back and give yourself some time to think before dealing with them.
【答案】6. E 7. C 8. G 9. A 10. F
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述的是应该以积极的态度和爱心来解决家庭问题，要识别问题的根源，等到心情平静时再讨论，用积极的语言交流，同时接受每个家庭成员的缺点。
6. 根据前文“Most of us have been there: Families can be very difficult, and family problems are very painful. ( 我们大多数人都有过这样的经历：家庭是非常困难的，家庭问题是非常痛苦的。)”可知，此处强调家庭问题是很痛苦的，但是解决方法是存在的，可以恢复家庭和平。后文应该对此进行提及。E选项“However, there are ways to solve family problems and restore peace to the dynamic. (然而，还是有办法解决家庭问题，使家庭恢复平静。)”承接前文，符合语境。故选E。
7. 根据本段段旨“Identify the real problem. (试着弄清楚到底发生了什么。)”可知，此处强调要解决家庭问题，首先需要明确实际问题的所在，只有了解真正的问题才能更好地解决。C选项“Try to figure out what is indeed going on. (试着弄清楚到底发生了什么。)”承接前文，符合语境。故选C。
8. 根据后文“Waiting allows you to approach the issue logically, rather than emotionally. (等待可以让你从逻辑上处理问题，而不是情绪化地处理问题。)”可知，此处强调等到情绪平静后再讨论问题能够更理性地处理问题。G选项“You should take a step back and give yourself some time to think before dealing with them. (在处理这些问题之前，你应该退后一步，给自己一些时间思考。)”与下文形成呼应，指出处理家庭问题的时候应该要给自己一些时间思考即在时间上进行等待，可以让自己更清醒的逻辑化处理问题而不是情绪化地处理问题。故选G。
9. 根据后文“Keep your language positive when you talk to your family. Avoid using language that puts blame on any of your family members or that feels negative. Negativity is a vicious cycle. (当你和你的家人说话时，保持你的语言积极。避免使用把责任推到任何家庭成员身上或让人感觉消极的语言。消极是一种恶性循环。)”可知，此处强调和家人交谈时要避免指责和负面言论，保持积极的语言。A选项“Avoid the blame game. (避免推卸责任。)”概括本段内容，符合段旨。故选A。
10. 根据本段段旨“Accept everyone’s faults, including your own. (接受每个人的错误，包括你自己的。)”以及“They say that blood is thicker than water, and that you can choose your friends, but not your family. (他们说血浓于水，你可以选择你的朋友，但不能选择你的家人。)”可知，此处强调家庭是血浓于水的，可能无法选择家人。F选项“You might be able to cut people out, but it could cause you more pain down the road. (你也许可以把人隔绝在外，但这可能会给你带来更多的痛苦。)”承接前文，此处强调虽然可以选择将某些人从生活中挤出去，但这可能会带来更多的痛苦，因此要接受每个人的错误，也包括自己的错误。该选项符合语境。故选F。
C
（2024·北京朝阳·一模）In most adults, learning and thinking begin to decline as early as age 30. People start to perform slightly worse in tests of cognitive abilities such as the rate at which someone does a mental task. 11
These changes are often considered normal aging. But they may instead represent something more like the “summer slide” that some schoolchildren experience in academic progress during summer break. Recent research suggests that a pause of learning is indeed a problem causing cognitive reduction. 12
In a three-month intervention, the researchers provided an encouraging learning environment for 24 older adults. They took at least three classes to learn three new skills. They also discussed issues related to learning barriers and motivation. Over the course these participants’ cognitive scores for memory and flexibility significantly improved. In a follow-up study, the researchers discovered amazingly that they had improved further: 13 In other words, giving these seniors a multicourse routine seemed to bring up their abilities to levels similar to those of college students.
The researchers are still investigating why cognitive scores continued to climb after the program’s end, but one possibility is that the experience encouraged these older participants to continue learning and practicing new skills. Older adults are often assumed to be on a downward slide with unrecoverable loss. “Use it or lose it,” the saying goes. 14 Decline, as we so often see it, may not be certain. That’s why we need to create enriched learning environments for adults after their formal education and job training end.
15 Educators know how to educate children and adolescents, and we can adapt that knowledge to develop learning opportunities for adults. Societies could also provide resources and paths toward lifelong learning to ensure that everyone can benefit. Let’s shift the conversation about adults from avoiding loss and decline to learning and growing.
A. But this decline can be addressed.
B. The slide becomes sharper in their mid-60s.
C. Interrupted learning may not only affect children.
D. The question now is how society can maximize adult’s chances to keep learning.
E. Their cognitive abilities after one year were close to those of adults 50 years younger.
F. Older adult research tends to emphasize skill learning only after daily functions start to decline.
G. However, the research suggests they can increase both skills and cognitive abilities over a long term.
【答案】11. B 12. A 13. E 14. G 15. D
【导语】本文为一篇说明文，介绍了大多数成年人的学习能力和思维能力早在30岁时就开始衰退，年龄越大，衰退得越明显。而这一现象是可以解决的，文章通过实验证明了这一点，且表示社会应最大限度地增加成年人继续学习的机会。
11. 前文“In most adults, learning and thinking begin to decline as early as age 30. People start to perform slightly worse in tests of cognitive abilities such as the rate at which someone does a mental task.(大多数成年人的学习能力和思维能力早在30岁时就开始衰退。人们开始在认知能力测试中表现得稍微差一些，比如某人完成一项脑力任务的速度)”表明成年人在30岁之后学习和思维能力就开始衰退，B选项“在他们60多岁的时候，下滑幅度会更大”同样表示年纪越大，能力衰退越大，符合本段提出的现象。其中slide与第一句中decline对应。故选B。
12. 前文“Recent research suggests that a pause of learning is indeed a problem causing cognitive reduction.(最近的研究表明，学习暂停确实是导致认知能力下降的一个问题)”说明学习暂停会导致认知力下降，下一段“Over the course these participants’ cognitive scores for memory and flexibility significantly improved. In a follow-up study, the researchers discovered amazingly that they had improved further(在这个过程中，这些参与者在记忆力和灵活性方面的认知得分显著提高。在一项后续研究中，研究人员惊奇地发现，他们有了进一步的提高)”可知，这种认知力下降是可以解决的，A选项“但这种下降是可以解决的”与前文进行转折，与下文意思相符。故选A。
13. 前文“Over the course these participants’ cognitive scores for memory and flexibility significantly improved. In a follow-up study, the researchers discovered amazingly that they had improved further:(在这个过程中，这些参与者在记忆力和灵活性方面的认知得分显著提高。在一项后续研究中，研究人员惊奇地发现，他们有了进一步的提高：)”可知，前文讲述研究发现参与者的记忆力和灵活性有所提高，后文“In other words, giving these seniors a multicourse routine seemed to bring up their abilities to levels similar to those of college students.(换句话说，给这些老年人上多门课程似乎能把他们的能力提升到与大学生相似的水平)”也讲述这些老年人能力的提高，因此推断E选项“一年后，他们的认知能力接近年轻50岁的成年人”与前后文内容相对应。故选E。
14. 上文“Older adults are often assumed to be on a downward slide with unrecoverable loss.(老年人通常被认为是在走下坡路，失去了无法弥补的损失)”表示老年人被普遍认为认知在走下坡路，后文“Decline, as we so often see it, may not be certain. That’s why we need to create enriched learning environments for adults after their formal education and job training end.(正如我们经常看到的那样，衰退可能并不一定会发生。这就是为什么我们需要为成年人在正规教育和职业培训结束后创造丰富的学习环境)”可知， 这种衰退不是一定会发生的，G选项“然而，研究表明，从长远来看，他们可以提高技能和认知能力”中they指代前文提到的老年人，与前文进行转折，引出下文衰退可以避免，他们可以提高技能和认知。故选G。
15. 后文“Educators know how to educate children and adolescents, and we can adapt that knowledge to develop learning opportunities for adults.(教育工作者知道如何教育儿童和青少年，我们可以利用这些知识为成年人提供学习机会)”及下文“Let’s shift the conversation about adults from avoiding loss and decline to learning and growing.(让我们把成年人的话题从避免失去和衰退转移到学习和成长上来)”可知，本段重点在于提高成年人的学习和成长，D选项“现在的问题是，社会如何才能最大限度地增加成年人继续学习的机会”符合本段主旨。故选D。
D
（2024·辽宁锦州·一模）For anyone who has exercised for some purposes, you probably have experienced disappointment and even a sense of lack of fulfillment. 16 Below are just some of the many reasons why you should exercise every day.
17
One of the biggest reasons is that it helps in weight loss. Exercising every day helps you burn a lot of calories. It also helps in toning (调整) your body and giving it a better appearance.
Regular exercise gives you better sleep quality
Sleep is very important because it enables your minds to rest for a while and this helps you reenergize. However, while you may be able to sleep, the quality of sleep you get might not always be the best. 18 It helps you increase your body’s physical activity so that you fall asleep faster and even more soundly.
Regular exercise increases your endurance
Exercising regularly will make it easier for you to work harder for a longer period without feeling fatigued. Whenever you’re under physically stressful circumstances, it’s only natural for your bodies to get tired because there is a shortage in the amount of oxygen that fuels your muscles. 19
Exercising every day increases your brain function
When you exercise daily, you are able to boost the power of your brain and your memory. 20 The best part is that for you to achieve this, you don’t have to do tough exercises out there. You can just do moderate or light ones and achieve the same.
A. Regular exercise helps you lose weight.
B. Exercising every day can help with this.
C. This lessens your chances of falling into depression.
D. Some people look at it as hard work because it gets you all tired.
E. Exercise, therefore, enables your muscles to get the fuel they need.
F. Reminding yourself of its benefits, however, will help you stay motivated.
G. It boosts your ability to recall more things or events as it makes your neurons healthier.
【答案】16. F 17. A 18. B 19. E 20. G
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是人们应该每天锻炼身体的原因。
16. 根据空前的“For anyone who has exercised for some purposes, you probably have experienced disappointment and even a sense of lack of fulfillment.(对于任何为了某种目的而锻炼的人来说，你可能都经历过失望，甚至缺乏成就感。)”可知，对于任何有目的锻炼的人来说都经历过失望，结合空后的“Below are just some of the many reasons why you should exercise every day.(以下只是你应该每天锻炼的一些原因。)”可知，下文讲述的是每天应该坚持锻炼的原因，由此可知，此空应为过渡句，从锻炼无果到继续坚持锻炼，此空处与上文为转折关系，F选项“Reminding yourself of its benefits, however, will help you stay motivated.”（然而，提醒自己它的好处会帮助你保持动力）中的however可知，与上文为转折关系，且讲述的内容与空后内容吻合。故选F项。
17. 分析语篇可知，此处应为本段的主题句，结合下文中段落的主题句为锻炼的好处可知，此处应为锻炼的好处，结合空后的“One of the biggest reasons is that it helps in weight loss.(其中一个最大的原因是它有助于减肥。)”可知，本段讲述的是锻炼可以减肥，A选项“Regular exercise helps you lose weight.(有规律的运动有助于减肥。)”讲述的内容与减肥相关，且概括本段的主题，符合语境。故选A项。
18. 根据本段的主题句“Regular exercise gives you better sleep quality(有规律的锻炼能提高你的睡眠质量)”可知，本段讲述的内容与锻炼可以提高睡眠质量相关，根据空前的“However, while you may be able to sleep, the quality of sleep you get might not always be the best.”可知，尽管可以入睡，但是睡眠质量未必是最好的，结合空后的“It helps you increase your body’s physical activity so that you fall asleep faster and even more soundly.(它可以帮助你增加身体的活动，这样你就能更快、更安稳地入睡。)”可知，空处应讲述的是锻炼能帮助提高睡眠质量，B选项“Exercising every day can help with this.(每天锻炼可以帮助解决这个问题。)”中的this指代的内容应为上文中的提到的“可以入睡，但是睡眠质量未必总是很好”这一问题，且与空后的内容吻合。故选B项。
19. 根据空前的“Whenever you’re under physically stressful circumstances, it’s only natural for your bodies to get tired because there is a shortage in the amount of oxygen that fuels your muscles.(当你处于身体压力的情况下，你的身体感到疲劳是很自然的，因为为你的肌肉提供燃料的氧气量不足。)”可知，当处于身体压力情况下，为肌肉提供燃料的氧气量不足，E选项“Exercise, therefore, enables your muscles to get the fuel they need.(因此，运动可以使你的肌肉获得所需的能量。)”可知，锻炼可以使肌肉获得所需的燃料，解决了空前所涉及到的问题，符合语境，其中的fuel为解题的关键信息。故选E项。
20. 根据本段的主题句“Exercising every day increases your brain function(每天锻炼可以增强你的大脑功能)”可知，本段讲述的是锻炼对大脑功能有好处，结合上文中的“When you exercise daily, you are able to boost the power of your brain and your memory.(当你每天锻炼时，你就能增强你的大脑和记忆力。)”可知，每天锻炼能增强大脑和记忆力，G选项“It boosts your ability to recall more things or events as it makes your neurons healthier.(它能提高你回忆更多事物或事件的能力，因为它能让你的神经元更健康。)”介绍了增强大脑和记忆力带来的影响，其中的it指代的内容为上文中的“增强大脑和记忆力”，且与本段的主题句内容吻合。故选G项。
E
（2024·河南·一模）Flexible Thinking for Your Career
Does work ever leave you feeling stuck in a rut (一成不变) with limited opportunities to be creative 21 But is this even possible, and if so, how to improve your flexibility
Most jobs require the ability to problem-solve and cope with challenges, at least to a certain extent. 22 If that teacher is a flexible thinker, they will be able to adapt their classroom management, even if they haven’t seen this situation before.
According to Leonard Mlodinow, author of Flexibility, flexible thinkers rely on idea generation (创意生成) and imagination. 23 “Flexible thinking is what you need when the circumstances change, and you are dealing with something new. It’s not about following rules.” Therefore, instead of following the typical procedure for inducting a new student, the teacher might come up with a tailored (特制的) response, based on prediction and previous experience.
24 According to Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett, it’s all about exercising the brain. One way of doing this, she says, is through exposure to a variety of experiences which make it easier to adjust to new situations. A lot of companies now consider flexible thinking in the workplace, especially when it comes to design. Workspaces may have couches where workers can lie down and relax, giving them the space to come up with and process new ideas.
Mlodinow says it’s very important to take time to daydream, listen to ideas and concepts you disagree with and spend time doing activities outside of your comfort zone. 25 So, if you want to make a change, you can become a flexible thinker too, with a little practice.
A. They are willing to experiment and take risks.
B. So, how can you become a more flexible thinker
C. To grow quickly, you might want to increase your brain’s flexibility.
D. Imagine a teacher who has a new and very nervous student in their class.
E. Researchers have also identified numerous personality traits that are associated with creativity.
F. This will help you understand multiple points of view and become better in many different aspects of your career.
G. Our research also indicates that people can practice flexible thinking every day when they experience negative emotions.
【答案】21. C 22. D 23. A 24. B 25. F
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了如何成为灵活的思考者。
21. 根据上文“Does work ever leave you feeling stuck in a rut (一成不变) with limited opportunities to be creative (工作是否曾经让你觉得墨守成规，缺乏发挥创造力的机会？)”以及后文“But is this even possible, and if so, how to improve your flexibility (但这可能吗？如果可能，如何提高你的灵活性呢？)”可知，上文提到了工作导致缺乏创造力的机会，结合后文提到了关于提高灵活性的疑问，可知本句主要说明了想要增加大脑的灵活性，C选项中flexibility对应后文flexibility。故C选项“为了快速成长，你可能想要增加大脑的灵活性”符合语境，故选C。
22. 根据后文“If that teacher is a flexible thinker, they will be able to adapt their classroom management, even if they haven’t seen this situation before.(如果那位老师思维灵活，他们将能够调整他们的课堂管理，即使他们以前从未见过这种情况)”可知，后文提到了老师和课堂，推测本句与班级教学有关。故D选项“想象一下一位老师，他班上有一个新来的非常紧张的学生”符合语境，故选D。
23. 根据上文“According to Leonard Mlodinow, author of Flexibility, flexible thinkers rely on idea generation (创意生成) and imagination.(根据《灵活性》一书的作者Leonard Mlodinow的说法，灵活的思考者依赖于创意和想象力)”可知，本句承接上文，说明灵活的思考者所具有的特点。A选项中They指代上文thinkers。故A选项“他们愿意尝试和冒险”符合语境，故选A。
24. 根据后文“According to Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett, it’s all about exercising the brain. One way of doing this, she says, is through exposure to a variety of experiences which make it easier to adjust to new situations. A lot of companies now consider flexible thinking in the workplace, especially when it comes to design. Workspaces may have couches where workers can lie down and relax, giving them the space to come up with and process new ideas.(根据丽莎·费尔德曼·巴雷特博士的说法，这完全是为了锻炼大脑。她说，这样做的一种方法是通过接触各种各样的经历，使其更容易适应新环境。现在很多公司都在考虑工作场所的灵活思维，尤其是在设计方面。工作场所可能有沙发，员工可以躺下来放松，给他们空间来想出和处理新的想法)”可知，本段主要介绍了成为灵活思考者的方法，故B选项“那么，你怎样才能成为一个更灵活的思考者呢？”符合语境，故选B。
25. 根据上文“Mlodinow says it’s very important to take time to daydream, listen to ideas and concepts you disagree with and spend time doing activities outside of your comfort zone.(Mlodinow说，花时间做白日梦，倾听你不同意的想法和概念，花时间在你的舒适区之外的活动是非常重要的)”可知，上文提到要花时间做白日梦，倾听你不同意的想法和概念，花时间在你的舒适区之外的活动，故本句承接上文说明这么做的好处。故F选项“这将帮助你理解多种观点，并在职业生涯的许多不同方面变得更好”符合语境，故选F。【2024届高考】英语作业考试化40分钟卷系列之
最新模拟题 七选五 34
班级：_________ 姓名：_________________ 分数：___________
反思：
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
A
（2024·吉林·三模）Tai Chi, a gentle martial art originating from China and involving slow movements with a focus on breathing and on what your body is doing in that moment, provides numerous benefits for both physical and mental well-being. Here are five convincing reasons to bring Tai Chi into your routine.
●It’s easy on the body.
Tai Chi offers gentle exercise suitable for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. 1 , as muscles remain relaxed without any stretching or straining. It’s an exercise that can be easily adapted for less able people, including those in wheelchairs.
●It could prevent falls.
A review of studies conducted in 2019 indicated that Tai Chi could lower the risk of falls among older people. Certainly, the emphasis is on balance, with sideways and backwards movements aiding in the strengthening of the muscles necessary for stability. 2 .
●It may boost brain power.
3 . Research shows that practising Tai Chi on a regular basis can enhance cognitive abilities in older adults, both those with and without memory issues. Given that it’s considered safe and suitable for the elderly, this is a definite win.
● 4 .
A reduction in stress and anxiety, along with an increase in confidence, is another mental health benefit of Tai Chi, as indicated by research findings, though further research is needed to comprehensively understand and confirm these effects.
●You can do it at home.
Attending classes can be beneficial for receiving structured instruction and connecting with like-minded individuals. 5 , providing an alternative for practicing at home. You’re bound to find one that matches your fitness level and exercise preferences. Practicing Tai Chi at home can also offer unparalleled convenience and flexibility.
A. It has the feel-good factor
B. It can improve heart health
C. The benefits aren’t just physical
D. But there are videos available online too
E. They also improve flexibility and spatial awareness
F. Its low-impact nature minimizes the risk of joint injury
G. You can share experiences with these people face-to-face
B
（2024·贵州·二模）Most of us have been there: Families can be very difficult, and family problems are very painful. 6 Life is too short to waste time bogged down with negativity towards the people you love. How you approach the family member and what you say can make a big difference.
Identify the real problem. 7 Perhaps you are struggling with health problems or personal problems that you have been hiding from your family. Or maybe you are all grieving over a loved one who has passed away. Consider the real issue at hand, as this will allow you to then better address it.
Wait until you’re not angry to discuss this problem. Family problems can be very painful, especially around family-centered times, like holidays. 8 Waiting allows you to approach the issue logically, rather than emotionally.
9 Keep your language positive when you talk to your family. Avoid using language that puts blame on any of your family members or that feels negative. Negativity is a vicious cycle.
Accept everyone’s faults, including your own. They say that blood is thicker than water, and that you can choose your friends, but not your family. 10
A. Avoid the blame game.
B. Accept blame when you deserve it.
C. Try to figure out what is indeed going on.
D. That means avoiding judgment words or name calling of the family member.
E. However, there are ways to solve family problems and restore peace to the dynamic.
F. You might be able to cut people out, but it could cause you more pain down the road.
G. You should take a step back and give yourself some time to think before dealing with them.
C
（2024·北京朝阳·一模）In most adults, learning and thinking begin to decline as early as age 30. People start to perform slightly worse in tests of cognitive abilities such as the rate at which someone does a mental task. 11
These changes are often considered normal aging. But they may instead represent something more like the “summer slide” that some schoolchildren experience in academic progress during summer break. Recent research suggests that a pause of learning is indeed a problem causing cognitive reduction. 12
In a three-month intervention, the researchers provided an encouraging learning environment for 24 older adults. They took at least three classes to learn three new skills. They also discussed issues related to learning barriers and motivation. Over the course these participants’ cognitive scores for memory and flexibility significantly improved. In a follow-up study, the researchers discovered amazingly that they had improved further: 13 In other words, giving these seniors a multicourse routine seemed to bring up their abilities to levels similar to those of college students.
The researchers are still investigating why cognitive scores continued to climb after the program’s end, but one possibility is that the experience encouraged these older participants to continue learning and practicing new skills. Older adults are often assumed to be on a downward slide with unrecoverable loss. “Use it or lose it,” the saying goes. 14 Decline, as we so often see it, may not be certain. That’s why we need to create enriched learning environments for adults after their formal education and job training end.
15 Educators know how to educate children and adolescents, and we can adapt that knowledge to develop learning opportunities for adults. Societies could also provide resources and paths toward lifelong learning to ensure that everyone can benefit. Let’s shift the conversation about adults from avoiding loss and decline to learning and growing.
A. But this decline can be addressed.
B. The slide becomes sharper in their mid-60s.
C. Interrupted learning may not only affect children.
D. The question now is how society can maximize adult’s chances to keep learning.
E. Their cognitive abilities after one year were close to those of adults 50 years younger.
F. Older adult research tends to emphasize skill learning only after daily functions start to decline.
G. However, the research suggests they can increase both skills and cognitive abilities over a long term.
D
（2024·辽宁锦州·一模）For anyone who has exercised for some purposes, you probably have experienced disappointment and even a sense of lack of fulfillment. 16 Below are just some of the many reasons why you should exercise every day.
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One of the biggest reasons is that it helps in weight loss. Exercising every day helps you burn a lot of calories. It also helps in toning (调整) your body and giving it a better appearance.
Regular exercise gives you better sleep quality
Sleep is very important because it enables your minds to rest for a while and this helps you reenergize. However, while you may be able to sleep, the quality of sleep you get might not always be the best. 18 It helps you increase your body’s physical activity so that you fall asleep faster and even more soundly.
Regular exercise increases your endurance
Exercising regularly will make it easier for you to work harder for a longer period without feeling fatigued. Whenever you’re under physically stressful circumstances, it’s only natural for your bodies to get tired because there is a shortage in the amount of oxygen that fuels your muscles. 19
Exercising every day increases your brain function
When you exercise daily, you are able to boost the power of your brain and your memory. 20 The best part is that for you to achieve this, you don’t have to do tough exercises out there. You can just do moderate or light ones and achieve the same.
A. Regular exercise helps you lose weight.
B. Exercising every day can help with this.
C. This lessens your chances of falling into depression.
D. Some people look at it as hard work because it gets you all tired.
E. Exercise, therefore, enables your muscles to get the fuel they need.
F. Reminding yourself of its benefits, however, will help you stay motivated.
G. It boosts your ability to recall more things or events as it makes your neurons healthier.
E
（2024·河南·一模）Flexible Thinking for Your Career
Does work ever leave you feeling stuck in a rut (一成不变) with limited opportunities to be creative 21 But is this even possible, and if so, how to improve your flexibility
Most jobs require the ability to problem-solve and cope with challenges, at least to a certain extent. 22 If that teacher is a flexible thinker, they will be able to adapt their classroom management, even if they haven’t seen this situation before.
According to Leonard Mlodinow, author of Flexibility, flexible thinkers rely on idea generation (创意生成) and imagination. 23 “Flexible thinking is what you need when the circumstances change, and you are dealing with something new. It’s not about following rules.” Therefore, instead of following the typical procedure for inducting a new student, the teacher might come up with a tailored (特制的) response, based on prediction and previous experience.
24 According to Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett, it’s all about exercising the brain. One way of doing this, she says, is through exposure to a variety of experiences which make it easier to adjust to new situations. A lot of companies now consider flexible thinking in the workplace, especially when it comes to design. Workspaces may have couches where workers can lie down and relax, giving them the space to come up with and process new ideas.
Mlodinow says it’s very important to take time to daydream, listen to ideas and concepts you disagree with and spend time doing activities outside of your comfort zone. 25 So, if you want to make a change, you can become a flexible thinker too, with a little practice.
A. They are willing to experiment and take risks.
B. So, how can you become a more flexible thinker
C. To grow quickly, you might want to increase your brain’s flexibility.
D. Imagine a teacher who has a new and very nervous student in their class.
E. Researchers have also identified numerous personality traits that are associated with creativity.
F. This will help you understand multiple points of view and become better in many different aspects of your career.
G. Our research also indicates that people can practice flexible thinking every day when they experience negative emotions.
