2024年高考英语模拟试题分类汇编:七选五(山东卷)(原卷版+解析版)

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2024年高考英语模拟试题分类汇编:七选五(山东卷)
1.(2024·山东威海·二模)The harsh winters and modern cities can make life tough for a wild animal, especially when they get lost and are outside their natural habitat for too long. Animal shelters are crowded with animals in desperate need of help, especially during the winter season. 1
One day, a man found a small owl (猫头鹰) that was soaking wet and appeared to be struggling. He brought it into a local shelter. 2 The little owl was unable to fly, not because of an injury, but because it was too fat.
The owl weighed 245 grams, which was 33% more than the upper limit of what an owl that size should weigh. The reason for the weight gain was quite natural. The owl was eating too much. The winter had been unusually warm, and as a result, the area had a higher than normal population of mice. 3 So it got carried away.
The shelter staff put the owl on a systematic plan of diet and exercise, and it started to lose weight quickly. After some time, the owl was back to its normal health and was released back into the wild.
The question of whether this obesity issue is a strange result of climate change or just a coincidence (巧合) is difficult to say. 4 Wild animals are not used to living in modern cities, and they often struggle to survive. Luckily, there are many animal shelters that offer refuge for these animals. These shelters help restore them to their natural condition and put them back into the wild
5 Some focus on specific animals, such as owls, while others focus on a particular region. However, they all have the same goal -to provide a safe have n for wild animals.
A.Different types of animal shelters have different purposes.
B.Animal shelters are not just a place for injured or sick animals.
C.This meant that it was like an all-you-oan-eat buffet for the little owl.
D.They are really important when animals struggle to survive in cold weather.
E.After a thorough check-up, the shelter staff found out that it was not injured at all.
F.However, it is clear that it is vital to care for wild animals and to ensure their safety.
G.However, recently, a wild animal was brought to a shelter for a very different reason.
【答案】1.G 2.E 3.C 4.F 5.A
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章通过一个具体的例子——一只过胖的猫头鹰被送到动物收容所进行救治,并最终恢复健康并返回野外——来说明动物收容所在保护野生动物方面的重要作用。
1.根据上文“The harsh winters and modern cities can make life tough for a wild animal, especially when they get lost and are outside their natural habitat for too long. Animal shelters are crowded with animals in desperate need of help, especially during the winter season.(严酷的冬天和现代城市会让野生动物的生活变得艰难,尤其是当它们
迷失方向,长时间离开自然栖息地时。动物收容所挤满了急需帮助的动物,尤其是在冬季。)”可知,上文描述了野生动物被带到收容所的原因,结合下文讲到一只猫头鹰因为过胖被送去收容所,空处和上文应形成转折关系,指出一个与上文不同的原因。G项:However, recently, a wild animal was brought to a shelter for a very different reason.(然而,最近,一只野生动物因为一个非常不同的原因被带到收容所。)符合语境。故选G。
2.根据下文“The little owl was unable to fly, not because of an injury, but because it was too fat.(小猫头鹰不能飞,不是因为受伤,而是因为它太胖了。)”可知,空处指出小猫头鹰没有受伤。E项中的“it was not injured at all”与下文中“not because of an injury”对应。E项:After a thorough check-up, the shelter staff found out that it was not injured at all.(经过彻底的检查,收容所的工作人员发现它根本没有受伤。)符合语境。故选E。
3.根据上文“The owl was eating too much. The winter had been unusually warm, and as a result, the area had a higher than normal population of mice.(猫头鹰吃得太多了。冬天异常温暖,因此该地区的老鼠数量高于正常水平。)”可知,上文提到猫头鹰的食物变多了,空处应承接上文,说明食物变多对于猫头鹰来说意味着什么。C项:This meant that it was like an all-you-oan-eat buffet for the little owl.(这意味着对小猫头鹰来说,这就像一个吃什么都可以的自助餐。)符合语境。故选C。
4.根据上文“The question of whether this obesity issue is a strange result of climate change or just a coincidence is difficult to say.(肥胖问题是气候变化的奇怪结果,还是仅仅是一个巧合,这个问题很难说。)”和下文“Wild animals are not used to living in modern cities, and they often struggle to survive.(野生动物不习惯在现代城市生活,它们常常为生存而挣扎。)”可知,空处指出照顾野生动物的必要性。F项:However, it is clear that it is vital to care for wild animals and to ensure their safety.(然而,很明显,照顾野生动物并确保它们的安全是至关重要的。)符合语境。故选F。
5.根据下文“Some focus on specific animals, such as owls, while others focus on a particular region. However, they all have the same goal -to provide a safe have n for wild animals.(一些专注于特定的动物,如猫头鹰,而另一些则专注于特定的地区。然而,他们都有一个共同的目标——为野生动物提供一个安全的栖息地。)”可知,本段主要介绍了不同收容所的用处。A项:Different types of animal shelters have different purposes.(不同类型的动物收容所有不同的用途。)符合语境。故选A。
2.(2024·山东·二模)Having dragged everything I owned halfway across the country, I reached my university a complete fresher. 6 Noisy and busy, it felt somewhat overwhelming. Soon I realized everyone was just as anxious about the idea or starting the next chapter in life. But I wouldn’t exchange my university experience for anything. The only thing I wished I had done is a proper exploration in advance of the maddening first day. So I hope to share something you should know before your arrival at university. 7
The first point I’d like to make is that you’re in charge of your degree. Outside of your scheduled lectures, you’re the one who determines whether to carry on studying or to spend the rest of your day relaxing. 8 Are you going to be the student starting their assignment weeks beforehand, or the one pulling an all-nighter before a 10 am deadline
Multiplicity is everywhere. University is where you ‘ll meet people from all over the world. Our eyes begin to widen to distinctive cultures, values, and morals around us. 9 So, whoever is there can fit in.
Remember going to university isn’t just about studying, but you have to learn to balance your work and life. Every university has sports teams, societies and voluntary activities to get involved with. Every university has a Students’ Union, where your voice comes in. 10 Some universities even offer job opportunities in bars, shops and food outlets.
Bothersome as your early university life may be, it’ll be incredible once you find your feet.
A.I’d done zero research about it.
B.Every choice made is up to you.
C.Why not make up for your lost youth
D.Every university is both inclusive and diverse.
E.It may ease you into a most significant change of life.
F.And your feedback can positively affect your university.
G.I had carried out an in-depth study of multiple universities.
【答案】6.A 7.E 8.B 9.D 10.F
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者分享一些你在进入大学之前应该知道的事情。
6.根据上文“Having dragged everything I owned halfway across the country, I reached my university a complete fresher.”(拖着我所有的东西穿过半个国家,我来到了我的大学,一个完全的新生。)提到一个完全的陌生的大学。以及下文“Noisy and busy, it felt somewhat overwhelming.”(又吵又忙,让人觉得有些不知所措。)提到让人不知所措。结合选项A项I’d done zero research about it.(我没有做任何研究。)可知,上下文内容紧密连接,起到上下文的承上启下作用,符合语境。故选A项。
7.根据上文“So I hope to share something you should know before your arrival at university.”(所以我希望分享一些你在进入大学之前应该知道的事情。)提到分享一些你在进入大学之前应该知道的事情。结合选项E项It may ease you into a most significant change of life.(它可能会让你轻松地进入生活中最重要的变化。)可知,承接上文内容,为对上文内容的语意递进,该句中的It指的就是上文中的内容。故选E项。
8.根据上文“Outside of your scheduled lectures, you’re the one who determines whether to carry on studying or to spend the rest of your day relaxing.”(在你安排好的课程之外,是你自己决定是继续学习还是花剩下的时间放松。)提到两种选择的情况。结合选项B项Every choice made is up to you.(每一个选择都取决于你自己。)可知,承接上文呢,为对上文内容的语意递进,上下文紧密连接。故选B项。
9.根据上文“University is where you ‘ll meet people from all over the world.”(在大学里,你会遇到来自世界各地的人。)提到在大学会遇到来自世界各地的人。以及下文“So, whoever is there can fit in.”(所以,无论谁在那里都可以融入。)结合选项D项Every university is both inclusive and diverse.(每一所大学都是包容性和多样性的。)可知,和上文内容相关,同时和下文内容形成因果关系,上下文语意连贯,符合语境。故选D项。
10.根据上文“Every university has a Students’ Union, where your voice comes in.”(每所大学都有学生会,在
那里你可以发表自己的观点。)提到发表自己的观点。结合选项F项And your feedback can positively affect your university.(你的反馈会对你的大学产生积极的影响。)可知,承接上文内容,为对上文内容的语意递进,上下文紧密连接。故选F项。
3.(2024·山东泰安·二模)It’s no secret that reading good news feels a lot better than reading bad news. Like, would you rather bite into a lemon, or sip on a fresh glass of lemonade
11 The world is full of problems and conflicts and we need to stay informed and alert (警觉的) to what’s going on around us. While reading traditional, more negative news is important, consuming good news is also part of staying informed. 12 And it also brings meaningful benefits, like reduced stress and anxiety, higher rates of engagement, community building skills, and inspiration for creating a better world. Plus, knowing what to look for in the good news landscape is a key part of improving our media literacy skills and being thoughtful news consumers.
In fact, good news, known as solutions journalism, is becoming more popular, as publishers and news stations discover the benefits of sharing positive stories. Good Good Good is one of them. 13 A team of reporters and editors there work daily to deliver stories that make readers feel hopeful and equipped to do more good with possible solutions.
“If it bleeds, it leads.” has long been a saying used in the media to describe how news stories about violence, death and destruction draw readers’ attention. 14 The thing is, however, there’s also good stuff out there—the delightful and kind parts of humanity. “Beautiful stories are happening worldwide. 15 When you do find them, the world can suddenly feel like a very different place. Good news is a vital part of how we learn about the world and solving the world’s problems.” Hervey, one of Good Good Good’s editors said.
A.Share good news with people around you.
B.It’s just that we don’t hear as much about them.
C.But the “bad news” has its place in the world.
D.It provides a more balanced view of the world.
E.And so, negative news stories are everywhere on news media.
F.Heartwarming stories make you cry and feel good.
G.The news media company is devoted to providing good news intentionally.
【答案】11.C 12.D 13.G 14.E 15.B
【导语】本文是一篇说明文,主要讲的是读到好消息的好处以及Good Good Good这家媒体公司。
11.空后“The world is full of problems and conflicts and we need to stay informed and alert (警觉的) to what’s going on around us. (这个世界充满了问题和冲突,我们需要对周围发生的事情保持了解和警惕。)”说明了这个世界存在一些不好的事情,C选项“But the “bad news” has its place in the world. (但“坏消息”在世界上也有一席之地。)”说明了世界上存在坏消息,因此引起下文,符合语境,故选C。
12.空前“While reading traditional, more negative news is important, consuming good news is also part of staying informed. (虽然阅读传统的、更多的负面新闻很重要,但消费好消息也是保持信息灵通的一部分。)”说明了
消费好消息是保持信息灵通的一部分,空后“And it also brings meaningful benefits, like reduced stress and anxiety, higher rates of engagement, community building skills, and inspiration for creating a better world. (它也带来了有意义的好处,比如减少压力和焦虑,提高参与度,社区建设技能,以及创造更美好世界的灵感。)”说明了好消息的好处,空格处也应该是好消息的好处,D选项“It provides a more balanced view of the world. (它提供了一个更平衡的世界观。)”说明了看好消息的好处,因此承上启下,符合语境,故选D。
13.空前“In fact, good news, known as solutions journalism, is becoming more popular, as publishers and news stations discover the benefits of sharing positive stories. Good Good Good is one of them. (事实上,随着出版商和新闻台发现分享积极故事的好处,被称为“解决方案新闻”的好消息正变得越来越受欢迎。Good Good Good就是其中之一。)”说明了Good Good Good是一家分享积极故事的公司,空格处应该对其进行进一步的介绍,G选项“The news media company is devoted to providing good news intentionally. (这家新闻媒体公司致力于有意地提供好消息。)”说明了这家公司致力于有意地提供好消息,是对它进行的进一步介绍,因此承接上文,符合语境,故选G。
14.空前““If it bleeds, it leads.” has long been a saying used in the media to describe how news stories about violence, death and destruction draw readers’ attention. (“如果流血,它就会引导”一直以来都是媒体用来形容有关暴力、死亡和破坏的新闻报道如何吸引读者注意力的说法。)”说明了“If it bleeds, it leads”这句话是媒体用来形容有关暴力、死亡和破坏的新闻报道如何吸引读者注意力的说法,空格处应该说这会引起一个什么结果,E选项“And so, negative news stories are everywhere on news media. (因此,新闻媒体上到处都是负面新闻。)”说明了前面所说内容所导致的结果,因此承接上文,符合语境,故选E。
15.空前“The thing is, however, there’s also good stuff out there—the delightful and kind parts of humanity. (然而,事实是,也有好的一面——人性中令人愉快和善良的一面。)”说明了有好的一面,空后“When you do find them, the world can suddenly feel like a very different place. (当你的确找到他们的时候,世界会突然变得不一样。)”表明了你有时候找不到好的一面,B选项“It’s just that we don’t hear as much about them. (只是我们很少听到关于它们的消息。)”说明我们有时是找不到那些好的方面,因此承上启下,符合语境,故选B。
4.(2024·山东枣庄·二模)It’s been estimated that people touch their cell phones hundreds of times every day. That means plenty of opportunities for germs to move from our fingers to our phones.
16 But a recent study found more than 17,000 bacterial gene copies on the phones of high school students.
One of the worst places to use cell phones is in the bathroom. 17 Studies have found that our mobile phones are much dirtier than toilet seats. Just as an expert puts it, taking a phone into the bathroom and then leaving with it is kind of like going in, not washing your hands and then coming back out.
While many of us wash our hands regularly after going to the bathroom, we seldom consider washing our hands after touching our phones. 18
You can use alcohol-based wipes or sprays to clean your phone regularly. They need to contain at least 70% alcohol to disinfect phone casings and touch screens. 19 Remember to sanitize (消毒) your phone charger
occasionally when you are cleaning your phone. And wash your hands thoroughly after you’ve finished cleaning.
20 Get in the habit of putting your phone away when it’s not in use, then cleaning your hands. When not at home, keep your phone in your pocket or bag. Use a disposable paper list of to-do items, rather than constantly consulting your phone.
Do not share your phone with others if you have not first sanitized it. If children are allowed to play with your phone, sanitize it as soon as possible afterward.
A.Do it every day if possible.
B.How you handle your phone will also be critical.
C.So it’s clear that you keep away from your phone.9125
D.When toilets flush, they spread germs everywhere.
E.The more germs they collect, the more germs you touch.
F.Research has varied on how many germs are on an average phone.
G.Fortunately, there are easy ways to avoid your phone collecting germs.
【答案】16.F 17.D 18.G 19.A 20.B
【导语】这是一篇说明文。据估计,人们每天触摸手机数百次。这意味着细菌有很多机会从我们的手指转移到我们的手机上。文章介绍了一些让手机保持清洁的方法。
16.根据后文“But a recent study found more than 17,000 bacterial gene copies on the phones of high school students. (但最近的一项研究发现,高中生的手机上有超过1.7万个细菌基因拷贝。)”可知,本句主要引出后文关于手机上有多少细菌的话题,故F选项“关于平均一部手机上有多少细菌的研究各不相同。”符合语境,故选F。
17.根据上文“One of the worst places to use cell phones is in the bathroom. (卫生间是最不适合使用手机的地方之一。)”可知,本句承接上文,继续说明为什么卫生间是最不适合使用手机的地方之一。故D选项“厕所冲水时,细菌四处传播。”符合语境,故选D。
18.根据上文“While many of us wash our hands regularly after going to the bathroom, we seldom consider washing our hands after touching our phones. (虽然我们中的许多人经常在上完厕所后洗手,但我们很少考虑在接触手机后洗手。)”以及下一段“You can use alcohol-based wipes or sprays to clean your phone regularly. (你可以定期使用含酒精的湿巾或喷雾剂清洁手机。)”可知,本句与上文构成转折,指出可以避免手机上的细菌。故G选项“幸运的是,有一些简单的方法可以避免手机上的细菌。”符合语境,故选G。
19.根据上文“You can use alcohol-based wipes or sprays to clean your phone regularly. They need to contain at least 70% alcohol to disinfect phone casings and touch screens. (你可以定期使用含酒精的湿巾或喷雾剂清洁手机。它们需要含有至少70%的酒精来消毒手机壳和触摸屏。)”可知,上文提到了用酒精给手机消毒,故本句承接上文,说明消毒的频率。故A选项“如果可能的话,每天都做。”符合语境,故选A。
20.根据后文“Get in the habit of putting your phone away when it’s not in use, then cleaning your hands. When not at home, keep your phone in your pocket or bag. Use a disposable paper list of to-do items, rather than constantly consulting your phone. (养成不使用手机时把它收起来的习惯,然后洗手。不在家的时候,把手机放在口袋或
包里。使用一张一次性的待办事项清单,而不是不断地查看你的手机。)”可知,本段主要关于如何使用手机来避免细菌。故B选项“如何使用手机也很关键。”符合语境,故选B。
5.(2024·山东日照·模拟预测)Providing feedback is an essential part of personal and career development. 21 One of the most effective and classic methods to make it easier for both the giver and receiver is the feedback sandwich technique, sometimes also referred to as a compliment (赞美) sandwich.
If you are seeking to enhance your career growth, learning about the feedback sandwich can be a game-changer. 22 Rather than simply focusing on what went wrong, it ensures that the person receiving the feedback also knows what went well. The process can be broken into three parts. A manager or superior starts by providing positive feedback to encourage a person to continue their good work. Afterward, they communicate constructive feedback for the person to improve. This feedback aims to be specific, behavioral, and relevant to the situation. 23
The feedback sandwich technique is a highly useful method. It can help soften the blow of criticism. By starting and ending with positive feedback, it’s easier for the recipient to receive the constructive criticism without feeling attacked. 24 As we all know, criticism is awkward, but when you’re giving potentially negative feedback, it’s easier when you’re also serving it up with two compliments. Additionally, it enables the meeting or an interaction to end on a positive note.
25 Many people are knowledgeable about this technique, which might make it sound insincere or predictable if not done correctly. Also, when feedback becomes a routine, employees can start to perceive positive feedback as simply a form of sugarcoating the negatives, thus reducing its value. Hence, positive feedback should not simply be seen as something to cushion the negative, but should be delivered so as to reinforce and encourage good performance.
A.It’s essential to be aware of its limitations, though.
B.Similarly, it is also easier for the giver to offer feedback.
C.The manager then ends the feedback session with positive feedback.
D.The technique may lead to unclear and indirect personal communication.
E.Delivering constructive criticism, however, can be challenging if not done correctly.
F.It may not be for every situation, but it can make negative feedback more digestible.
G.This technique involves using constructive feedback wrapped between two layers of positive feedback.
【答案】21.E 22.G 23.C 24.B 25.A
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了三明治反馈法,包括其含义、实施步骤、优势和局限性等。
21.前文“Providing feedback is an essential part of personal and career development. (提供反馈是个人和职业发
展的重要组成部分。)”表明提供反馈的重要性,后文“One of the most effective and classic methods to make it easier for both the giver and receiver is the feedback sandwich technique, sometimes also referred to as a compliment (赞美) sandwich. (对给予者和接受者来说,最有效和最经典的方法之一就是三明治反馈法,有时也被称为赞美三明治。)”引出有效和经典的三明治反馈法,因此E项“Delivering constructive criticism, however, can be challenging if not done correctly. (然而,如果做得不好,提出建设性的批评可能会很有挑战性。)”符合语境,指出提供反馈有时会带来挑战,和前文构成转折,引出后文的话题。故选E。
22.前文“If you are seeking to enhance your career growth, learning about the feedback sandwich can be a game-changer. (如果你正在寻求促进你的职业发展,学习三明治反馈法可以改变游戏规则。)”提到三明治反馈法的重要作用,后文“Rather than simply focusing on what went wrong, it ensures that the person receiving the feedback also knows what went well. (它不是简单地关注哪里出了问题,而是确保接受反馈的人也知道哪里做得好。)”指出三明治反馈法的重要特点,因此G项“This technique involves using constructive feedback wrapped between two layers of positive feedback. (这个技巧涉及到在两层积极反馈之间使用建设性反馈。)”符合语境,简要概括这个反馈法的核心内容,承前启后,其中的This technique指代前文的the feedback sandwich。故选G。
23.前文“A manager or superior starts by providing positive feedback to encourage a person to continue their good work. Afterward, they communicate constructive feedback for the person to improve. This feedback aims to be specific, behavioral, and relevant to the situation. (经理或上级首先要提供积极的反馈,鼓励员工继续做好工作。之后,他们沟通建设性的反馈意见,让这个人改进。这种反馈的目的是具体的、行为的和与情况相关的。)”具体介绍管理者负责的前两个步骤,因此C项“The manager then ends the feedback session with positive feedback. (然后,经理以积极的反馈结束反馈会话。)”符合语境,介绍第三个步骤,承接前文。故选C。
24.前文“By starting and ending with positive feedback, it’s easier for the recipient to receive the constructive criticism without feeling attacked. (通过以积极的反馈开始和结束,接受者更容易接受建设性的批评,而不会感到受到攻击。)”从接受者的角度指出这一反馈法的优势,因此B项“Similarly, it is also easier for the giver to offer feedback. (同样,给予者也更容易提供反馈。)”符合语境,从给予者的角度指出这一反馈法的优势,和前文是平行关系。故选B。
25.空处位于段首,是段落主旨句,需统领段落内容。根据后文“Many people are knowledgeable about this technique, which might make it sound insincere or predictable if not done correctly. Also, when feedback becomes a routine, employees can start to perceive positive feedback as simply a form of sugarcoating the negatives, thus reducing its value. (许多人都知道这个方法,如果做得不对,可能会让它听起来不真诚或可预测。此外,当反馈成为一种惯例时,员工会开始将积极的反馈视为一种粉饰消极的形式,从而降低了消极反馈的价值。)”可知,本段主要介绍了这一反馈法存在的问题,因此A项“It’s essential to be aware of its limitations, though. (不过,必须意识到它的局限性。)”符合语境,指出这一方法有局限性,契合后文内容。故选A。
6.(2024·山东中学联盟·模拟预测)A garden is a project that often requires a fairly large initial investment of both time and money from the start — as well as a commitment to maintain it. 26 . Those who like
their home garden find it rewarding both as a place to relax, and as a fun and healthy hobby.
If you’re lucky enough to have a backyard, you can imagine the enjoyment you’d receive from changing that dusty, weedy dead space into a green, relaxing environment. 27 . With regular, low-level maintenance it will continue to thrive (茁壮成长)and provide you with pleasure.
So, how can you build a pleasant home garden Some clever gardeners use drought-resistant plants such as cacti (仙人掌), and a little bit of watering and inspiration to produce spaces that are both relaxing and pleasing to the eye. 28 .
29 . If you put in the plants and walkways yourself, it will be good for your health. Many people find that spending a while digging holes for trees or pulling weeds is easier to stomach than half an hour on a running machine, and who can blame them It might take a while to see the fitness results, but a few days’ work can literally transform your yard.
There are many popular home garden books and magazines. 30 , as many books contain detailed plans for complex projects. Use these resources as a starting point and put together something uniquely yours — within the limits of your time and budget.
A.A trip to the library can help you get started
B.However, it is a deserving challenge for many people
C.A home garden can be a good workout as well as a place to relax
D.The shape of the space is often as important as its contents or size
E.Some do it for exercise and spend a little time outdoors on a sunny day
F.No matter what the circumstances, it’s possible to create a lovely home garden
G.Many gardeners also enjoy employing touches such as stone paths to create a nice atmosphere
【答案】26.B 27.F 28.G 29.C 30.A
【导语】本文是篇说明文。文章给对家庭花园有兴趣的读者提供了一些有益的建议,指导他们该从哪些方面着手营建自己的花园。
26.根据上一句“A garden is a project that often requires a fairly large initial investment of both time and money from the start—as well as a commitment to maintain it.”(一个花园是一个通常需要从一开始就投入相当大的时间和金钱的项目,还要有维护它的承诺。)和下一句“Those who like their home garden find it rewarding both as a place to relax, and as a fun and healthy hobby.”(那些喜欢自家花园的人发现它作为一个放松的地方,和一个有趣而健康的爱好是很值得的。)可知,上一句提到花园需要大量时间和金钱来维护,下一句却指出了它的好处,故前后之间为转折关系;故选项B. However, it is a deserving challenge for many people(然而,对许多人来说,这是一个值得的挑战)承上启下,说明了虽然维护花园需要投入大量的时间和金钱,但这种挑战却是值得的,它为人们提供了放松的地方,带来了乐趣和健康。故选B。
27.根据上一句“If you’re lucky enough to have a backyard, you can imagine the enjoyment you’d receive from changing that dusty, weedy dead space into a green, relaxing environment.”(如果你足够幸运,有一个后院,你可以想象一下,把那个尘土飞扬、杂草丛生的死角变成一个绿色、放松的环境,你会得到什么样的享受。),
选项F. No matter what the circumstances, it’s possible to create a lovely home garden(无论在什么情况下,都有可能创造一个可爱的家庭花园)对上句作出了回答,你是有可能把后院改造成一个可爱的家庭花园的,承接上文;下一句“With regular, low-level maintenance it will continue to thrive(茁壮成长)and provide you with pleasure.”(通过定期的低水平维护,它将继续茁壮成长并为您提供乐趣。)中的“it”指代选项F中的“a lovely home garden”,语意连贯,衔接合理。故选F。
28.根据上一句“Some clever gardeners use drought-resistant plants such as cacti(仙人掌), and a little bit of watering and inspiration to produce spaces that are both relaxing and pleasing to the eye.”(一些聪明的园丁使用抗旱植物,如仙人掌,再加上一点点浇水和灵感,创造出既放松又赏心悦目的空间。)可知,该句描述了一些园丁建造宜人的家庭花园的方法;选项G. Many gardeners also enjoy employing touches such as stone paths to create a nice atmosphere(许多园丁也喜欢使用石头小径来创造良好的氛围)补充说明了其他一些园丁建造的方法,语意衔接合理,符合段落主题。故选G。
29.空处为段落主题句。根据下一句“If you put in the plants and walkways yourself, it will be good for your health.”(如果你自己放入植物、铺人行道,这对你的健康有好处。)和第四段内容可知,该段主要是描述了园艺对健康的好处;选项C. A home garden can be a good workout as well as a place to relax(一个家庭花园可以是一个很好的锻炼和放松的地方)概括表达了家庭花园对身心健康都有帮助,符合该段主题。故选C。
30.根据上一句“There are many popular home garden books and magazines.”(有许多流行的家庭园艺书籍和杂志。),选项A. A trip to the library can help you get started(去一趟图书馆可以帮助你开始)进一步提出可以通过去图书馆阅读那些流行的园艺书籍和杂志,承接上文;下一句“as many books contain detailed plans for complex projects.”(因为许多书都包含复杂项目的详细计划。)具体解释了阅读这些图书的意义,符合语境。故选A。
7.(2024·山东·模拟预测)What is self-appreciation and how is it different from gratitude
There’s no doubt that we obtain plentiful benefits from practicing gratitude. The word gratitude is from the Latin world gratin, which means grace, kindness, or gratefulness. 31 Studies have found that gratitude greatly minimize s negative feelings such as depression, negative social comparisons, regret, anger, and envy.
32 It is the recognition and valuing of one’s unique qualities, abilities, talents. and achievements, both big and small. It involves acknowledging your worth and taking pride in your positive qualities. In a word, self-appreciation is being grateful for our own selves and delighting in our goodness without inspiring feelings of pride or overconfidence.
One of important elements of self-appreciation is sell-reflection, which includes examining our feelings, behaviors, and the motivations that may li e behind them. You can learn low to develop self-reflection by working with a doctor or by journaling. Journaling provides a devoted space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. 33
All too after, we’re more likely to comfort, support, and provide sympathy to our friends and our family than for ourselves when we’re struggling. 34 It is the act of treating oneself with kindness and understanding. particularly during difficult times and also includes recognizing, without judgment, our flaws and failures. 35
Dr. Kristin Neff, a pioneer in self-compassion research, identifies three key components, self-mon humanity, and mindfulness.
When you catch yourself giving yourself a hard time over this holiday season, stop, pause, and practice the skill of self-appreciation.
A.How do you know if you are experiencing a sense of gratitude
B.However, self-compassion is the second component of self-appreciation.
C.Self-evalution is an important aspect of recognizing your personal growth.
D.Writing helps with clarifying our experience, whether it is negative or positive.
E.The practice of self-appreciation takes the positive effects of gratitude one step further.
F.Its ultimate aim is to develop a loving, supportive, and empathetic relationship with oneself.
G.In practice, gratitude involves appreciating received blessings and acknowledging life goodness.
【答案】31.G 32.E 33.D 34.B 35.F
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讨论了自我欣赏和感恩之间的区别,并对自我欣赏进行了详细的阐述,包括它的定义、重要元素以及它与自我同情的关系。通过比较和解释,文章旨在让读者了解自我欣赏的重要性,并鼓励读者实践这种积极的自我态度。
31.空前“The word gratitude is from the Latin world gratin, which means grace, kindness, or gratefulness.(感恩这个词来自拉丁语gratin,意思是优雅、善良或感激。)”阐述的 gratitude一词的来源以及表达的意思;下文“Studies have found that gratitude greatly minimize s negative feelings such as depression, negative social comparisons, regret, anger, and envy.(研究发现,感恩极大地减少了负面情绪,如抑郁、消极的社会比较、后悔、愤怒和嫉妒。)”阐述了感恩的作用与益处;选项G“In practice, gratitude involves appreciating received blessings and acknowledging life goodness.(在实践中,感恩包括欣赏得到的祝福和承认生活的美好。)”承接上文,阐述了现实中感恩所表达的含义,讲述的是感恩的相关信息,承接上下文,符合语境。故选G。
32.空处为段首句,应与本句内容相一致。根据下文内容“It is the recognition and valuing of one’s unique qualities, abilities, talents. and achievements, both big and small. It involves acknowledging your worth and taking pride in your positive qualities. In a word, self-appreciation is being grateful for our own selves and delighting in our goodness without inspiring feelings of pride or overconfidence.(它是对一个人独特的品质、能力、才能的认可和重视。还有大大小小的成就。它包括承认自己的价值,并为自己的积极品质感到自豪。总之,自我欣赏是感激我们自己,为我们的善良而高兴,而不是激发自豪感或过度自信。)”可知,本段讲述的是自我欣赏是感激我们自己。选项E“The practice of self-appreciation takes the positive effects of gratitude one step further.(自我欣赏的实践使感恩的积极作用更进一步。)”指的是自我欣赏使我们能够激发感恩的积极作用,与下文内容相符。故选E。
33.上文“Journaling provides a devoted space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.(写日记为你提供了一个专门的空间来探索你的思想、情感和经历。)”建议读者通过写日记的方式来探索自我的思想、情感和经历。选项D“Writing helps with clarifying our experience, whether it is negative or positive.(写作有助于理清我们的经历,无论是消极的还是积极的。)”是上文内容的自然延续,指的是写日记能够帮助我们理清自己的
经历,阐述写日记的益处,符合语境。故选D。
34.根据空前内容“All too after, we’re more likely to comfort, support, and provide sympathy to our friends and our family than for ourselves when we’re struggling.(毕竟,当我们挣扎的时候,我们更有可能安慰、支持和同情我们的朋友和家人,而不是自己。)”可知,我们在困难时更倾向于安慰、支持和同情他人而不是自己;而空后内容“It is the act of treating oneself with kindness and understanding. particularly during difficult times and also includes recognizing, without judgment, our flaws and failures.(这是一种善待和理解自己的行为。尤其是在困难时期,也包括不加评判地承认我们的缺点和失败。)”则引出对自己的同情和理解。选项B“However, self-compassion is the second component of self-appreciation.(然而,自我同情是自我欣赏的第二个组成部分。)”与上文构成转折关系,指出自我同情是自我欣赏的第二个组成部分,为后文解释自我同情做了铺垫。故选B。
35.根据上文“It is the act of treating oneself with kindness and understanding. particularly during difficult times and also includes recognizing, without judgment, our flaws and failures.(这是一种善待和理解自己的行为。尤其是在困难时期,也包括不加评判地承认我们的缺点和失败。)”可知,上文提到自我同情是善待自己和理解自己的行为,特别是在困难时期,也包括不带评判地认识自己的缺点和失败。而空后“Dr. Kristin Neff, a pioneer in self-compassion research, identifies three key components, self-mon humanity, and mindfulness.( Kristin Neff博士是自我同情研究的先驱,他确定了三个关键组成部分:自我仁慈、共同人性和正念。)”则介绍Kristin Neff博士为自我同情研究的先驱,并列出了自我同情的三个关键组成部分。选项F“Its ultimate aim is to develop a loving, supportive, and empathetic relationship with oneself.(它的最终目的是与自己建立一种充满爱、支持和同情的关系。)” 与上文内容相衔接,并总结了自我同情的目的,自然引出下文内容。故选F。
8.(2024·山东·齐鲁名校模拟预测)Recent studies have found that good things really do come to those who wait. Some, of these science-backed benefits are detailed below, along with three ways to develop more patience in your life.
36 . This finding is probably easy to believe if you call to mind the typical impatient person: face red, head steaming. Patient people tend to experience less depression and negative emotions, perhaps because they can deal better with upsetting or stressful situations.
Patient people are better friends and neighbors. 37 . Think of the best friend who comforts you night atter night over the heartache that just won’t go away, or the grandchild who smiles through the story she has heard her grandfather tell countless times.
Patience helps us achieve our goals. The road to achievement is a long one, and those without patience may not be willing to walk it. Patient people make more effort and progress toward their goals. 38 .
Patience is linked to good health. Patient people are less likely to report health problems like headaches and pneumonia. 39 . If patience can reduce our daily stress, it’s reasonable to infer that it could also protect us against stress’s damaging effects.
And how to develop patience Reframe the situation. Patience is linked to self-control, and consciously trying
to regulate our emotions can help us train our self-control muscles.
Practice mindfulness. Taking a deep breath and noticing your feelings of anger or overload can help your respond with more patience.
40 . If we’re thankful for what we have today, we’re not desperate for more stuff or better circumstances immediately.
A.Practice gratefulness
B.Patience is a form of kindness
C.Patience can be achieved through training
D.As virtues go, patience is a quiet one
E.Patient people enjoy better mental health
F.They are also more satisfied when they realize them
G.But impatient people have more health complaints and worse sleep
【答案】36.E 37.B 38.F 39.G 40.A
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了耐心的重要性及如何培养耐心。
36.下文“This finding is probably easy to believe if you call to mind the typical impatient person: face red, head steaming. Patient people tend to experience less depression and negative emotions, perhaps because they can deal better with upsetting or stressful situations.”(如果你回想一下典型的没有耐心的人:脸通红,头冒热气,这个发现可能很容易相信。耐心的人往往更少经历抑郁和负面情绪,也许是因为他们能更好地处理令人沮丧或紧张的情况。)可知,耐心的人心态更健康,E项“Patient people enjoy better mental health”(有耐心的人心理更健康。)与下文衔接恰当,符合语境,可概括本段主旨。故选E项。
37.上文“Patient people are better friends and neighbors.”(有耐心的人是更好的朋友和邻居。)说明有耐心的人品质好,结合下文“Think of the best friend who comforts you night atter night over the heartache that just won’t go away, or the grandchild who smiles through the story she has heard her grandfather tell countless times.”(想想你最好的朋友,在你心痛难忍的时候,他会夜复一夜地安慰你;或者想想你的孙女,在听了祖父无数次讲的故事后,她会微笑。)举例说明了耐心的表现,B项“Patience is a form of kindness”(耐心是一种善良。)衔接上文,说明有耐心的人具备善良的品质,并引出下文“耐心是善良”的具体例子。衔接恰当,故选B项。
38.上文“Patient people make more effort and progress toward their goals.”(有耐心的人会更努力,朝着他们的目标前进。)说明有耐心的人会更努力地实现目标,F项“They are also more satisfied when they realize them”(当他们实现的时候,也会更满意。)衔接上文,其中第一个them指代上文“Patient people”,第二个them指代“their goals”,衔接恰当。故选F项。
39.上文“Patient people are less likely to report health problems like headaches and pneumonia.”(有耐心的人不太可能报告头痛和肺炎等健康问题。)可知,有耐心的人身体更健康,G项“But impatient people have more health complaints and worse sleep”(但缺乏耐心的人有更多健康问题,睡眠质量也更差。)与上文构成对比关系,说明缺乏耐心的人会有更多健康问题,衔接恰当。故选G。
40.下文“If we’re thankful for what we have today, we’re not desperate for more stuff or better circumstances
immediately.”(如果我们感激我们今天所拥有的,我们就不会迫切地想要更多的东西或更好的环境。)可知,本段主要说明要心怀感恩,A项“Practice gratefulness”(练习感恩。)可概括本段主旨。故选A项。
9.(2024·山东部分学校·模拟预测)Shop Sustainably
If you have to name one thing that contributes most to your ecological footprints, you may say the energy you use at home, or your car’s emissions. 41 Knowing this can make your grocery shops more planet-friendly. Here is what you can do to help shop sustainably.
● 42 Using those is a great first step. If you get some, do remember to fill them with your purchases. When you adapt yourself to reusing them, then you’ll cut your consumption of single-use plastic bags even further.
●Avoid unnecessary packing. Buy loose fruit and vegetables instead of pre-packaged produce, and avoid products that contain multiple single packages or double packaging, like grain in a box and a bag. Consider switching from tea bags and coffee pods to tea leaves and ground coffee. 43
●Go organic when you can. In addition to the benefit organic farming has to insect biodiversity, it’s also considered more sustainable and better for the environment. 44 Choosing free-range or Marine Stewardship Council-certified products also encourages environment- and animal-friendly food production.
●Buy seasonal and native products. 45 So you can avoid buying goods that have travelled long distances to reach your plate. As well as opting for local goods, depending on where you live, in the supermarket, you can also buy directly from the source at farmers’ markets.
A.Take reusable grocery bags.
B.Select single-use plastic bags.
C.It supports local farmers and food producers.
D.You can also refill your own containers with loose-packed food.
E.When buying organic products, look for those officially certified.
F.But it’s what we eat that accounts for up to 60% of our personal demand.
G.You’ll find it convenient whenever you buy tea or coffee in the supermarket.
【答案】41.F 42.A 43.D 44.E 45.C
【导语】本文是说明文。介绍如何在购物时做出更可持续和环保的选择,从而减少对环境的影响。
41.根据前文“If you have to name one thing that contributes most to your ecological footprints, you may say the energy you use at home, or your car’s emissions.(如果你必须说出一个对你的生态足迹贡献最大的东西,你可能会说你在家使用的能源,或者你汽车的排放)”以及后文“Knowing this can make your grocery shops more planet-friendly. Here is what you can do to help shop sustainably.(了解这一点可以让你的杂货店对地球更友好。以下是你可以做的事情来帮助可持续购物)”可知,后文提到“了解这一点”,前文没有提到,所以应是空处提及,且和杂货店有关,所以F项“But it’s what we eat that accounts for up to 60% of our personal demand.(但我们吃的东西占了我们个人需求的60%)”符合文意,和前文构成转折关系,并且提出一个和杂货店有关的观点。故选F项。
42.分析设空,位于段首,为本段中心句,根据后文“Using those is a great first step. If you get some, do remember
to fill them with your purchases. When you adapt yourself to reusing them, then you’ll cut your consumption of single-use plastic bags even further.(使用这些工具是很好的第一步。如果你买了一些,记得把你买的东西填满。当你习惯重复使用它们时,你就会进一步减少一次性塑料袋的消耗)”可知,此处讲述的使用可重复使用的购物袋,所以A项“Take reusable grocery bags.(使用可重复使用的购物袋)”符合文意。故选A项。
43.分析设空,位于段尾,是对前文的总结,根据前文“Avoid unnecessary packing. Buy loose fruit and vegetables instead of pre-packaged produce, and avoid products that contain multiple single packages or double packaging, like grain in a box and a bag. Consider switching from tea bags and coffee pods to tea leaves and ground coffee.(避免不必要的包装。购买散装的水果和蔬菜,而不是预先包装好的农产品,避免含有多个单包装或双包装的产品,如盒子和袋子中的谷物。考虑把茶包和咖啡豆荚换成茶叶和咖啡粉)”可知,本段主要讲述与减少包装、环保购物相关的建议,所以D项“You can also refill your own containers with loose-packed food.(你也可以用自己的容器重新装满散装食品)”符合文意,是对前文的总结。故选D项。
44.根据前文“Go organic when you can. In addition to the benefit organic farming has to insect biodiversity, it’s also considered more sustainable and better for the environment.(尽可能食用有机食品。除了有机农业对昆虫生物多样性的好处外,它还被认为更具可持续性,对环境更好)”可知,本段主要讲述了尽可能食用有机食品,所以E项“When buying organic products, look for those officially certified.(购买有机产品时,寻找那些官方认证的产品)”符合本段主题,且和下文“Choosing free-range or Marine Stewardship Council-certified products also encourages environment- and animal-friendly food production.(选择自由放养或海洋管理委员会认证的产品也鼓励环境和动物友好的食品生产)”构成顺承关系。故选E项。
45.根据前文“Buy seasonal and native products.(购买时令产品和土特产)”以及后文“So you can avoid buying goods that have travelled long distances to reach your plate.(这样你就可以避免购买经过长途跋涉才到达你盘子里的食物)”可知,C项“It supports local farmers and food producers.(它支持当地农民和食品生产商)”是对前句的进一步解释,且和后文构成因果关系。故选C项。
10.(2024·山东菏泽·一模)When grandparents bond with their grandchildren, these little ones will feel more secure and happier. And being grandparents benefits the grandparents, too. Your grandchildren are treasures that do more than just make you smile. 46 .
It helps your cognitive (认知的) skills remain sharp.
Spending time with your grandchildren is good for your brain health. An Australian study studying the role of grandparenting in senior women’s cognitive health found that women who cared for their grandchildren once a week showed higher performance on memory and mental tests than those who spent little time with their grandchildren. “ 47 ,” said the leader of the study.
It keeps you physically active.
Physical activity is good for you. 48 . Whether it is pushing your grandchildren in a baby carriage or playing catch in the backyard, it is physical activity. Going to a museum, an amusement park, or a shopping mall with your grandchildren is also a way to stay active.
It makes you less lonely.
Nowadays, loneliness has increased, which has led to increased depression. That’s why spending time with other people is so important. 49 . In fact, an unpublished study from Boston University found a close relationship between grandparents and grandchildren had a measurable effect on the psychological well-being of both.
50 .
When you interact with your grandchildren while they learn and explore, you are inspired to learn something. This is especially true if seniors play word games like memory games or strategy games like chess. In fact, learning anything new can boost your cognitive ability and help keep your brain sharp. “With memory decline being one of the biggest things people fear, any time you learn something new, it’s a big deal,” said doctor Kristine Arthur.
A.It keeps you learning
B.It allows you to enjoy sports
C.But physical activity isn’t limited to physical exercise
D.Instead, you can play an important role in your grandchildren’s lives
E.Having grandchildren around keeps you social and helps you get rid of loneliness
F.In fact, spending time with your grandchildren comes with a wide range of benefits
G.Interaction with others could stimulate certain nerve pathways that benefit our brain
【答案】46.F 47.G 48.C 49.E 50.A
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了祖辈与孙辈相处可以给祖辈带来的一些益处。
46.前文“And being grandparents benefits the grandparents, too. Your grandchildren are treasures that do more than just make you smile. (做祖辈也会让祖辈受益。你的孙辈不仅仅是让你微笑的宝贝)”提到孙辈不仅可以让祖辈微笑,还有其他益处,后文的段落具体说明了四条益处,因此F项“In fact, spending time with your grandchildren comes with a wide range of benefits (事实上,和你的孙辈们在一起有很多益处)”符合语境,是对前文的递进,引出后文的介绍,其中的benefits在前文有同词复现。故选F。
47.前文“An Australian study studying the role of grandparenting in senior women’s cognitive health found that women who cared for their grandchildren once a week showed higher performance on memory and mental tests than those who spent little time with their grandchildren. (澳大利亚的一项研究发现,每周照顾孙辈一次的女性在记忆和心理测试中表现得比那些很少与孙辈相处的女性更好)”介绍澳大利亚的一项研究发现,指出与孙辈相处让女性祖辈的记忆和心理测试表现更好,因此G项“Interaction with others could stimulate certain nerve pathways that benefit our brain (与他人的互动可以刺激某些神经通路,使我们的大脑受益)”符合语境,解释为什么这样有助于大脑的表现,承接前文。故选G。
48.前文“Physical activity is good for you. (身体活动对你有益处)”指出身体活动有益,后文“Whether it is pushing your grandchildren in a baby carriage or playing catch in the backyard, it is physical activity. Going to a museum, an amusement park, or a shopping mall with your grandchildren is also a way to stay active. (无论是用婴儿车推着你的孙辈,还是在后院玩接球游戏,这都是身体活动。和你的孙辈一起去博物馆、游乐园或购物中心也是
一种保持活跃的方式)”列举很多与孙辈相处涉及到的许多活动,表明这些都属于身体活动,有利于祖辈保持活跃,因此C项“But physical activity isn’t limited to physical exercise (但身体活动并不局限于体育锻炼)”符合语境,指出身体活动其实范围很大,和前文构成转折,引出后文的列举,其中的physical activity在前后文有同词复现。故选C。
49.本段标题“It makes you less lonely. (这会让你不那么孤独)”表明本段围绕减少孤独感这一益处展开,前文“Nowadays, loneliness has increased, which has led to increased depression. That’s why spending time with other people is so important. (如今,孤独感增加了,这导致了抑郁症的增加。这就是为什么花时间和别人在一起是如此重要)”提到花时间与人相处可以缓解孤独感,因此E项“Having grandchildren around keeps you social and helps you get rid of loneliness (有孙辈在身边可以让你保持社交,帮助你摆脱孤独)”符合语境,指出与孙辈相处可以让祖辈摆脱孤独,承接前文,呼应标题,其中的loneliness在前文有同词复现。故选E。
50.空处是段落标题,需统领段落内容,且需和其他段落标题一样使用以It为主语的陈述句的形式。后文“When you interact with your grandchildren while they learn and explore, you are inspired to learn something. This is especially true if seniors play word games like memory games or strategy games like chess. (当你的孙辈们在学习和探索的时候,你和他们互动,你就会受到启发去学习一些东西。如果老年人玩像记忆游戏这样的文字游戏或像国际象棋这样的策略游戏,情况尤其如此)”主要介绍了和孙辈们相处可以启发祖辈们去学习,A项“It keeps you learning (它让你不断学习)”符合语境,契合后文内容,其中的learning和后文的learn呼应。故选A。2024年高考英语模拟试题分类汇编:七选五(山东卷)
1.(2024·山东威海·二模)The harsh winters and modern cities can make life tough for a wild animal, especially when they get lost and are outside their natural habitat for too long. Animal shelters are crowded with animals in desperate need of help, especially during the winter season. 1
One day, a man found a small owl (猫头鹰) that was soaking wet and appeared to be struggling. He brought it into a local shelter. 2 The little owl was unable to fly, not because of an injury, but because it was too fat.
The owl weighed 245 grams, which was 33% more than the upper limit of what an owl that size should weigh. The reason for the weight gain was quite natural. The owl was eating too much. The winter had been unusually warm, and as a result, the area had a higher than normal population of mice. 3 So it got carried away.
The shelter staff put the owl on a systematic plan of diet and exercise, and it started to lose weight quickly. After some time, the owl was back to its normal health and was released back into the wild.
The question of whether this obesity issue is a strange result of climate change or just a coincidence (巧合) is difficult to say. 4 Wild animals are not used to living in modern cities, and they often struggle to survive. Luckily, there are many animal shelters that offer refuge for these animals. These shelters help restore them to their natural condition and put them back into the wild
5 Some focus on specific animals, such as owls, while others focus on a particular region. However, they all have the same goal -to provide a safe have n for wild animals.
A.Different types of animal shelters have different purposes.
B.Animal shelters are not just a place for injured or sick animals.
C.This meant that it was like an all-you-oan-eat buffet for the little owl.
D.They are really important when animals struggle to survive in cold weather.
E.After a thorough check-up, the shelter staff found out that it was not injured at all.
F.However, it is clear that it is vital to care for wild animals and to ensure their safety.
G.However, recently, a wild animal was brought to a shelter for a very different reason.
2.(2024·山东·二模)Having dragged everything I owned halfway across the country, I reached my university a complete fresher. 6 Noisy and busy, it felt somewhat overwhelming. Soon I realized everyone was just as anxious about the idea or starting the next chapter in life. But I wouldn’t exchange my university experience for anything. The only thing I wished I had done is a proper exploration in advance of the maddening first day. So I hope to share something you should know before your arrival at university. 7
The first point I’d like to make is that you’re in charge of your degree. Outside of your scheduled lectures, you’re the one who determines whether to carry on studying or to spend the rest of your day relaxing. 8 Are you going to be the student starting their assignment weeks beforehand, or the one pulling an all-nighter before a 10 am deadline
Multiplicity is everywhere. University is where you ‘ll meet people from all over the world. Our eyes begin to widen to distinctive cultures, values, and morals around us. 9 So, whoever is there can fit in.
Remember going to university isn’t just about studying, but you have to learn to balance your work and life. Every university has sports teams, societies and voluntary activities to get involved with. Every university has a Students’ Union, where your voice comes in. 10 Some universities even offer job opportunities in bars, shops and food outlets.
Bothersome as your early university life may be, it’ll be incredible once you find your feet.
A.I’d done zero research about it.
B.Every choice made is up to you.
C.Why not make up for your lost youth
D.Every university is both inclusive and diverse.
E.It may ease you into a most significant change of life.
F.And your feedback can positively affect your university.
G.I had carried out an in-depth study of multiple universities.
3.(2024·山东泰安·二模)It’s no secret that reading good news feels a lot better than reading bad news. Like, would you rather bite into a lemon, or sip on a fresh glass of lemonade
11 The world is full of problems and conflicts and we need to stay informed and alert (警觉的) to what’s going on around us. While reading traditional, more negative news is important, consuming good news is also part of staying informed. 12 And it also brings meaningful benefits, like reduced stress and anxiety, higher rates of engagement, community building skills, and inspiration for creating a better world. Plus, knowing what to look for in the good news landscape is a key part of improving our media literacy skills and being thoughtful news consumers.
In fact, good news, known as solutions journalism, is becoming more popular, as publishers and news stations discover the benefits of sharing positive stories. Good Good Good is one of them. 13 A team of reporters and editors there work daily to deliver stories that make readers feel hopeful and equipped to do more good with possible solutions.
“If it bleeds, it leads.” has long been a saying used in the media to describe how news stories about violence, death and destruction draw readers’ attention. 14 The thing is, however, there’s also good stuff out there—the delightful and kind parts of humanity. “Beautiful stories are happening worldwide. 15 When you do find them, the world can suddenly feel like a very different place. Good news is a vital part of how we learn about the world and solving the world’s problems.” Hervey, one of Good Good Good’s editors said.
A.Share good news with people around you.
B.It’s just that we don’t hear as much about them.
C.But the “bad news” has its place in the world.
D.It provides a more balanced view of the world.
E.And so, negative news stories are everywhere on news media.
F.Heartwarming stories make you cry and feel good.
G.The news media company is devoted to providing good news intentionally.
4.(2024·山东枣庄·二模)It’s been estimated that people touch their cell phones hundreds of times every day. That means plenty of opportunities for germs to move from our fingers to our phones.
16 But a recent study found more than 17,000 bacterial gene copies on the phones of high school students.
One of the worst places to use cell phones is in the bathroom. 17 Studies have found that our mobile phones are much dirtier than toilet seats. Just as an expert puts it, taking a phone into the bathroom and then leaving with it is kind of like going in, not washing your hands and then coming back out.
While many of us wash our hands regularly after going to the bathroom, we seldom consider washing our hands after touching our phones. 18
You can use alcohol-based wipes or sprays to clean your phone regularly. They need to contain at least 70% alcohol to disinfect phone casings and touch screens. 19 Remember to sanitize (消毒) your phone charger occasionally when you are cleaning your phone. And wash your hands thoroughly after you’ve finished cleaning.
20 Get in the habit of putting your phone away when it’s not in use, then cleaning your hands. When not at home, keep your phone in your pocket or bag. Use a disposable paper list of to-do items, rather than constantly consulting your phone.
Do not share your phone with others if you have not first sanitized it. If children are allowed to play with your phone, sanitize it as soon as possible afterward.
A.Do it every day if possible.
B.How you handle your phone will also be critical.
C.So it’s clear that you keep away from your phone.9125
D.When toilets flush, they spread germs everywhere.
E.The more germs they collect, the more germs you touch.
F.Research has varied on how many germs are on an average phone.
G.Fortunately, there are easy ways to avoid your phone collecting germs.
5.(2024·山东日照·模拟预测)Providing feedback is an essential part of personal and career development. 21 One of the most effective and classic methods to make it easier for both the giver and receiver is the feedback sandwich technique, sometimes also referred to as a compliment (赞美) sandwich.
If you are seeking to enhance your career growth, learning about the feedback sandwich can be a
game-changer. 22 Rather than simply focusing on what went wrong, it ensures that the person receiving the feedback also knows what went well. The process can be broken into three parts. A manager or superior starts by providing positive feedback to encourage a person to continue their good work. Afterward, they communicate constructive feedback for the person to improve. This feedback aims to be specific, behavioral, and relevant to the situation. 23
The feedback sandwich technique is a highly useful method. It can help soften the blow of criticism. By starting and ending with positive feedback, it’s easier for the recipient to receive the constructive criticism without feeling attacked. 24 As we all know, criticism is awkward, but when you’re giving potentially negative feedback, it’s easier when you’re also serving it up with two compliments. Additionally, it enables the meeting or an interaction to end on a positive note.
25 Many people are knowledgeable about this technique, which might make it sound insincere or predictable if not done correctly. Also, when feedback becomes a routine, employees can start to perceive positive feedback as simply a form of sugarcoating the negatives, thus reducing its value. Hence, positive feedback should not simply be seen as something to cushion the negative, but should be delivered so as to reinforce and encourage good performance.
A.It’s essential to be aware of its limitations, though.
B.Similarly, it is also easier for the giver to offer feedback.
C.The manager then ends the feedback session with positive feedback.
D.The technique may lead to unclear and indirect personal communication.
E.Delivering constructive criticism, however, can be challenging if not done correctly.
F.It may not be for every situation, but it can make negative feedback more digestible.
G.This technique involves using constructive feedback wrapped between two layers of positive feedback.
6.(2024·山东中学联盟·模拟预测)A garden is a project that often requires a fairly large initial investment of both time and money from the start — as well as a commitment to maintain it. 26 . Those who like their home garden find it rewarding both as a place to relax, and as a fun and healthy hobby.
If you’re lucky enough to have a backyard, you can imagine the enjoyment you’d receive from changing that dusty, weedy dead space into a green, relaxing environment. 27 . With regular, low-level maintenance it will continue to thrive (茁壮成长)and provide you with pleasure.
So, how can you build a pleasant home garden Some clever gardeners use drought-resistant plants such as cacti (仙人掌), and a little bit of watering and inspiration to produce spaces that are both relaxing and pleasing to the eye. 28 .
29 . If you put in the plants and walkways yourself, it will be good for your health. Many people find that spending a while digging holes for trees or pulling weeds is easier to stomach than half an hour on a running machine, and who can blame them It might take a while to see the fitness results, but a few days’ work can literally transform your yard.
There are many popular home garden books and magazines. 30 , as many books contain detailed plans for complex projects. Use these resources as a starting point and put together something uniquely yours — within the limits of your time and budget.
A.A trip to the library can help you get started
B.However, it is a deserving challenge for many people
C.A home garden can be a good workout as well as a place to relax
D.The shape of the space is often as important as its contents or size
E.Some do it for exercise and spend a little time outdoors on a sunny day
F.No matter what the circumstances, it’s possible to create a lovely home garden
G.Many gardeners also enjoy employing touches such as stone paths to create a nice atmosphere
7.(2024·山东·模拟预测)What is self-appreciation and how is it different from gratitude
There’s no doubt that we obtain plentiful benefits from practicing gratitude. The word gratitude is from the Latin world gratin, which means grace, kindness, or gratefulness. 31 Studies have found that gratitude greatly minimize s negative feelings such as depression, negative social comparisons, regret, anger, and envy.
32 It is the recognition and valuing of one’s unique qualities, abilities, talents. and achievements, both big and small. It involves acknowledging your worth and taking pride in your positive qualities. In a word, self-appreciation is being grateful for our own selves and delighting in our goodness without inspiring feelings of pride or overconfidence.
One of important elements of self-appreciation is sell-reflection, which includes examining our feelings, behaviors, and the motivations that may li e behind them. You can learn low to develop self-reflection by working with a doctor or by journaling. Journaling provides a devoted space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. 33
All too after, we’re more likely to comfort, support, and provide sympathy to our friends and our family than for ourselves when we’re struggling. 34 It is the act of treating oneself with kindness and understanding. particularly during difficult times and also includes recognizing, without judgment, our flaws and failures. 35 Dr. Kristin Neff, a pioneer in self-compassion research, identifies three key components, self-mon humanity, and mindfulness.
When you catch yourself giving yourself a hard time over this holiday season, stop, pause, and practice the skill of self-appreciation.
A.How do you know if you are experiencing a sense of gratitude
B.However, self-compassion is the second component of self-appreciation.
C.Self-evalution is an important aspect of recognizing your personal growth.
D.Writing helps with clarifying our experience, whether it is negative or positive.
E.The practice of self-appreciation takes the positive effects of gratitude one step further.
F.Its ultimate aim is to develop a loving, supportive, and empathetic relationship with oneself.
G.In practice, gratitude involves appreciating received blessings and acknowledging life goodness.
8.(2024·山东·齐鲁名校模拟预测)Recent studies have found that good things really do come to those who wait. Some, of these science-backed benefits are detailed below, along with three ways to develop more patience in your life.
36 . This finding is probably easy to believe if you call to mind the typical impatient person: face red, head steaming. Patient people tend to experience less depression and negative emotions, perhaps because they can deal better with upsetting or stressful situations.
Patient people are better friends and neighbors. 37 . Think of the best friend who comforts you night atter night over the heartache that just won’t go away, or the grandchild who smiles through the story she has heard her grandfather tell countless times.
Patience helps us achieve our goals. The road to achievement is a long one, and those without patience may not be willing to walk it. Patient people make more effort and progress toward their goals. 38 .
Patience is linked to good health. Patient people are less likely to report health problems like headaches and pneumonia. 39 . If patience can reduce our daily stress, it’s reasonable to infer that it could also protect us against stress’s damaging effects.
And how to develop patience Reframe the situation. Patience is linked to self-control, and consciously trying to regulate our emotions can help us train our self-control muscles.
Practice mindfulness. Taking a deep breath and noticing your feelings of anger or overload can help your respond with more patience.
40 . If we’re thankful for what we have today, we’re not desperate for more stuff or better circumstances immediately.
A.Practice gratefulness
B.Patience is a form of kindness
C.Patience can be achieved through training
D.As virtues go, patience is a quiet one
E.Patient people enjoy better mental health
F.They are also more satisfied when they realize them
G.But impatient people have more health complaints and worse sleep
9.(2024·山东部分学校·模拟预测)Shop Sustainably
If you have to name one thing that contributes most to your ecological footprints, you may say the energy you use at home, or your car’s emissions. 41 Knowing this can make your grocery shops more planet-friendly. Here is what you can do to help shop sustainably.
● 42 Using those is a great first step. If you get some, do remember to fill them with your purchases. When you adapt yourself to reusing them, then you’ll cut your consumption of single-use plastic bags even further.
●Avoid unnecessary packing. Buy loose fruit and vegetables instead of pre-packaged produce, and avoid products that contain multiple single packages or double packaging, like grain in a box and a bag. Consider switching from tea bags and coffee pods to tea leaves and ground coffee. 43
●Go organic when you can. In addition to the benefit organic farming has to insect biodiversity, it’s also considered more sustainable and better for the environment. 44 Choosing free-range or Marine Stewardship Council-certified products also encourages environment- and animal-friendly food production.
●Buy seasonal and native products. 45 So you can avoid buying goods that have travelled long distances to reach your plate. As well as opting for local goods, depending on where you live, in the supermarket, you can also buy directly from the source at farmers’ markets.
A.Take reusable grocery bags.
B.Select single-use plastic bags.
C.It supports local farmers and food producers.
D.You can also refill your own containers with loose-packed food.
E.When buying organic products, look for those officially certified.
F.But it’s what we eat that accounts for up to 60% of our personal demand.
G.You’ll find it convenient whenever you buy tea or coffee in the supermarket.
10.(2024·山东菏泽·一模)When grandparents bond with their grandchildren, these little ones will feel more secure and happier. And being grandparents benefits the grandparents, too. Your grandchildren are treasures that do more than just make you smile. 46 .
It helps your cognitive (认知的) skills remain sharp.
Spending time with your grandchildren is good for your brain health. An Australian study studying the role of grandparenting in senior women’s cognitive health found that women who cared for their grandchildren once a week showed higher performance on memory and mental tests than those who spent little time with their grandchildren. “ 47 ,” said the leader of the study.
It keeps you physically active.
Physical activity is good for you. 48 . Whether it is pushing your grandchildren in a baby carriage or playing catch in the backyard, it is physical activity. Going to a museum, an amusement park, or a shopping mall with your grandchildren is also a way to stay active.
It makes you less lonely.
Nowadays, loneliness has increased, which has led to increased depression. That’s why spending time with other people is so important. 49 . In fact, an unpublished study from Boston University found a close relationship between grandparents and grandchildren had a measurable effect on the psychological well-being of both.
50 .
When you interact with your grandchildren while they learn and explore, you are inspired to learn something. This is especially true if seniors play word games like memory games or strategy games like chess. In fact, learning anything new can boost your cognitive ability and help keep your brain sharp. “With memory decline being one of the biggest things people fear, any time you learn something new, it’s a big deal,” said doctor Kristine Arthur.
A.It keeps you learning
B.It allows you to enjoy sports
C.But physical activity isn’t limited to physical exercise
D.Instead, you can play an important role in your grandchildren’s lives
E.Having grandchildren around keeps you social and helps you get rid of loneliness
F.In fact, spending time with your grandchildren comes with a wide range of benefits
G.Interaction with others could stimulate certain nerve pathways that benefit our brain