2025届高考英语二轮复习：七选五阅读精讲精练70篇（含解析）

2025届高考英语七选五阅读精讲精练70篇
目录
01 2024年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（新高考I卷）
02 2024年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（新高考II卷）
03 2024年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（全国甲卷）
04 湖北省武汉市华中师范大学第一附属中学2024届高三下学期五月高考适应性考试
05 湖北省武汉市部分学校2024届高三下学期五月模拟训练题
06 山东省济南市2024届高考针对性训练（三模）
07 湖北省武汉市武昌区 2024届高三年级5月质量检测
08 Z20名校联盟（浙江省名校新高考研究联盟）2024届高三第三次联考
09 福建省厦门市2024届高三毕业班第四次质量检测
10 浙江省温州市普通高中2024届高三第三次适应性考试（三模）
11 江苏省南京市2024届高三下学期第二次模拟考试（三模）
12 江苏省南通等苏北八市2024届高三第三次调研测试（三模）
13 南京师大附中，杭州二中、长郡中学三校2024届高三4月联考
14 江苏省苏锡常镇四市2024届高三年级教学情况调研二（二模）
15 山东省2024届名校考试联盟4月高考模拟考试（济南二模）
16 山东省潍坊市2024届高三下学期第二次模拟考试
17 湖北省武汉市2024届高中毕业生四月调研考试
18 广东省深圳市2024届高三年级第二次调研考试
19 湖北省2024届高三4月调研模拟考试
20 浙江省金华市十校2024届高三下学期4月模拟考试（二模）
21 湖南省新高考教学教研联盟2024届高三下学期第二次联考试卷
22 浙江省绍兴市2024届高三高考科目考试适应性试卷（二模）
23 江苏省南通如皋市2024届高三4月第二次适应性考试（2.5模）
24 河北省衡水中学2024届高三下学期二调考试
25 浙江省嘉兴市2024届高三下学期4月教学测试（二模）
26 福建省九地市2024届高中毕业班第二次质量检测（二模）
27 浙江省杭州市2024届高三下学期教学质量检测（二模）
28 浙江省9+1高中联盟2024届高三3月高考模拟卷
29 山东省济南市2024届高三3月模拟考试（一模）
30 浙江省五校联盟2024届3月联考
31 浙江省温州市普通高中2024届高三第二次适应性考试（二模）
32 江苏省南京市盐城市2024届高三年级第二次模拟考试
33 江苏省苏锡常镇四市2024届高三年级教学情况调研（一模）
34 广东省广州市2024届高三普通高中毕业班综合测试一（一模）
35 江苏省南通市等苏北七市2024届高三第二次调研测试（二模）
36 湖北省八市2024届高三3月联考
37 广东省2024年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试模拟测试(一)
38 浙江省强基联盟2024届高三下学期3月联考
39 辽宁省名校联盟2024届高三3月份联合考试
40 福建省福州市2024届高三下学期2月份质量检测
41 江苏省G4（苏州中学、淮阴中学、海门中学、姜堰中学）2024届第二学期四校联考
42 安徽省合肥市2024届高三第一次教学质量检测（一模）
43 东北三省三校2024届第一次联合模拟考试
44 广东省深圳市2024年高三第一次调研考试（一模）
45 湖北省武汉市2024届高中毕业生二月调研考试（二调）
46 福建省七地市2024届高三毕业班1月第一次质量检测
47 江苏省常州市2024届高三上学期期末学业水平监测
48 江苏省南通市等苏北六市2024届高三第一次调研测试（一模）
49 山东省济南市2024届高三上学期期末学习质量检测
50 江苏省苏州市2024届高三第一学期学业质量阳光指标调研卷
51 普通高等学校招生全国统一考试2024年1月适应性测试（九省联考）
52 福建省泉州市2024届高中毕业班质量检测（二）
53 江苏省南京市、盐城市2024届高三第一次模拟考试
54 江苏省海安高级中学2024届高三年级12月份测试
55 普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（浙江卷）
56 湖南省长沙市长郡中学2024届高三月考试卷（五）
57 八省八校2024届高三第一次学业质量评价（T8联考）
58 广东省广州市2024届高三上学期调研测试（零模）
59 江苏省天一中学、淮阴中学、海门中学、姜堰中学2024届高三12月联考
60 Z20名校联盟（浙江省名校新高考研究联盟）2024届高三第二次联考
61 山东省实验中学2024届高三上学期第二次诊断考试（期中）
62 浙江省9+1高中联盟2024届高三上学期期中考试
63 湖北省部分重点中学2024届高三第一次联考
64 浙江省绍兴市2024届高三上学期高考科目诊断性考试（一模）
65 浙江省温州市普通高中2024届高三第一次适应性考试（一模）
66 浙江省杭州市2024届高三上学期11月教学质量检测（一模）
67 江浙高中(县中)发展共同体2024届高三年级10月联考
68 江苏省南京市2024届高三年级9月学情调研
69 湖北省武汉市部分学校2024届高三上学期九月调研考试（九调）
70 福建省泉州市2024届高中毕业班质量检测（一）
2025届高考英语七选五阅读精讲精练70篇
01 2024年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（新高考I卷）
Not all great writers are great spellers. If you want to be published, it’s vital to submit a perfect, professionally presented manuscript (原稿). 36 No editor is likely to tolerate a writer who does not take the trouble to spell words correctly.
I keep two reference books close-by on my desk: dictionary and thesaurus (同义词词典). I don’t trust my laptop’s spellchecker. 37 Of course, these days there are plenty of online dictionaries and thesauruses, but I’m old-fashioned enough to prefer a hard cover and pages I can leaf through with my fingers. I use the Concise Oxford Dictionary and the Collins Thesaurus.
38 It should give you a precise definition of each word, thus differentiating it from other words whose meanings are similar, but not identical. It will also usually show how the word is pronounced.
In addition, I have an old two-volume copy of the Shorter Oxford Dictionary, picked up a few years ago in a bookshop sale for just 99 pence. Of course, with its 2,672 pages, it’s not exactly short. It contains around 163,000 words, plus word combinations and idiomatic phrases. 39 However, if I need to check the origin of a word or to look up examples of its usage, there’s nothing better.
For well over a hundred years the most influential English dictionary was Samuel Johnson’s Dictionary of the English Language published in 1755. “To make dictionaries is dull (乏味) work,” wrote Johnson, illustrating one definition of “dull”. 40 A few minutes spent casting your eye over a page or two can be a rewarding experience.
A. I don’t often use this dictionary.
B. It takes no account of the context.
C. But I still don’t want to replace them.
D. But a dictionary can be a pleasure to read.
E. Of course, a dictionary is not only for spelling.
F. That means good grammar and no spelling mistakes.
G. Dictionaries don’t always give you enough information.
02 2024年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（新高考II卷）
Overtourism Is For Real: How Can You Help
Travel promotes understanding, expands our minds, makes us better people, and boosts local economies and communities, but the rapid growth of travel has led to overtourism in certain regions and destinations. 36 Certainly not. The loss of what travel offers would be unacceptable in today's world. Here are some tips on making wise decisions to minimize pressure on the places we visit and improve our experience.
●Choose mindfully. Overvisited destinations are that way for a reason: they're special. With so many online posts featuring the same places, it's easy to feel like you're missing out. Go somewhere only when the landscape, culture or food deeply draws you. 37
●Get creative. The best way to ease pressure on over-touristed destinations is to go somewhere else. Though overtourism is described as a problem affecting the entire world, it's actually concentrated to a small number of extremely popular spots. That means you have tons of less-visited options to choose from. 38 Why not try a regional alternative or check out a popular destination's lesser-known sights
● 39 Minimize impact and maximize experience by skipping major holidays or rush hour. You'll compete with fewer tourists, save money, experience a different side of a popular place, and boost the economy when tourism is traditionally slower.
Visiting a place that others call home is a privilege(荣幸). Do your part to preserve what makes a destination special in the first place. 40 You may be amazed how much closer you'll feel to the people there.
A. Visit during off-peak times.
B. So, should we stop traveling
C. Travel for you and no one else.
D. Can overtourism be avoided then
E. You can still find relatively undiscovered places.
F. You'll find yourself virtually alone, or close to it.
G. Consider giving back to the communities you're visiting.
03 2024年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（全国甲卷）
What is moderation(适度) Basically, it means eating only as much food as your body needs. You should feel satisfied at the end of a meal, but not too full. 36 But it doesn't mean saying goodbye to the foods you love.
Take your time. It's important to slow down and think about food as something nutritious rather than just something to eat in between meetings. 37 It actually takes a few minutes for your brain to tell your body that it has had enough food, so eat slowly and stop eating before you feel full.
Eat with others whenever possible. Eating alone, specially in front of the TV or computer, often leads to mindless overeating. And be careful about the foods you keep at hand. It's more challenging to eat in moderation if you have unhealthy snacks at the ready, like cookies. 38
Control emotional(情绪的) eating. 39 Many of us also turn to food to deal with unpleasant emotions such as sadness, loneliness, or boredom. But by learning healthier ways to manage emotions, you can regain control over the food you eat and your feelings.
40 A healthy breakfast can start your metabolism (新陈代谢)，while eating small， healthy meals keeps your energy up all day. Avoid eating late at night. Try to eat dinner earlier and fast for 14 -16 hours until breakfast the next morning. Studies suggest that eating only when you're most active and giving your digestive system a long break each day may help to regulate weight.
A. Eat properly throughout the day.
B. We don't always eat just to satisfy hunger.
C. Don't swallow a meal on the way to work.
D. Most of us need to double the amount we eat.
E. Instead, surround yourself with healthy choices.
F. For many of us, moderation means eating less than we do now.
G. That won't lead to cheating or giving up on your new eating plan.
04 湖北省武汉市华中师范大学第一附属中学2024届高三下学期五月高考适应性考试
When did we start walking for leisure
“Going for a walk” is a popular pastime among older and younger generations alike because of its well-known benefits for our physical and mental health. But you may be surprised to hear that wandering through pretty streets or hiking in mountainous have not always been considered leisure activities, according to Daniel Gale, a researcher of pedestrianism(步行运动).
36 Before that, it was just something people did out of necessity, some of whom even associated it with criminal activity. But for Charles Dickens, the famous English 19th Century author, marching through London streets and tramping around the countryside was a big part of the creative process. 37 He walked at an impressive pace of four miles per hour, according to his biography by Peter Ackroyd.
38 Perhaps you can take inspiration from another big-thinking wanderer. 19th Century American writer Henry David Thoreau took a slower approach, preferring to stroll over hills and fields and through the woods. He said that he could not preserve his health and spirits without walking at least four hours a day.
This idea of taking a stroll to clear your head has survived through to the 21st Century. But have pedestrian manners remained the same A 1780 article for the London Magazine advised pedestrians to avoid things such as hanging around in conversation and obstructing people behind you. 39
In this modern age, when many of us are tied to our desks and to our screens, try the simple act of stepping out onto the city pavements, or getting lost in nature. 40 Whether you see yourself more as a casual stroller or a purposeful strider(阔步者), why not build a habit out of it
A. What if speed-walking isn’t your thing
B. This may make all the difference to our wellbeing.
C. Nowadays, we could add distracted phone-users.
D. He brought the recreation of walking into fashion.
E. Going on an urban walk is much more pleasant now.
F. It was a time to absorb what was going on around him.
G. In Britain, walking for fun wasn’t really a thing until the 1780s.
05 湖北省武汉市部分学校2024届高三下学期五月模拟训练题
What Does Our Body Language Reveal
36 People tend to judge us far more on our physical appearance, including our mannerisms, than by what comes out of our mouths. To give the right impression, it’s important to understand what we are conveying non-verbally and how our unconscious signals are being received by the people we interact with.
Smiling is a powerful tool in your body language collection. Perhaps you smile a lot in the hope of appearing friendly. 37 In some Asian cultures, smiling too much is seen as a signal that you’re not a serious person and may lose you some respect.
If you’re trying to hide nervousness you’d better avoid smiling too much, too. Also be aware that nervous people often hug themselves, rub their forehead, and shift their body weight from one foot to another to create a slight rocking motion. 38
If you’re trying to show that you are listening sympathetically to what someone has to say, try tipping your head slightly and nodding very slightly. This gesture implies you are listening with interest. If you’re talking to someone and a third person joins, turn your body towards them slightly to include them and make them feel valued. 39 A single nod of the head is also a strong gesture of coolness when listening to another person.
To build trust quickly Try mirroring. Adopting a similar stance (站姿) to the person you are engaged with indicates your interest and helps develop trust. Use this with caution, though. 40 Mirroring only works when they don’t realize what you’re doing.
A. Don’t obviously copy your companion.
B. Our body language speaks volumes about us.
C. Control these habits to appear more composed.
D. Our body language barely overshadows our verbal communication.
E. Just be aware that it might make you seem less professional at work.
F. We tend to position our body and feet toward the person of interest to us.
G. By contrast, a failure to angle your body towards them implies “Unwelcome”.
06 山东省济南市2024届高考针对性训练（三模）
Yoga has been around for roughly 5,000 years but it is more popular today than ever. An estimated 300 million people play yoga worldwide. Experts say its accessibility and the fact that you can practice it anywhere are big reasons why. 16
Yoga can improve your posture and balance, strengthen bones and muscles and keep your back and joints healthy. 17 Downward-facing dog can help relieve back pain while plank (平板) pose is good for building a strong core and upper body. Typically the final position of a yoga class is ideally done for at least five minutes. 18 After that, you and your classmates usually acknowledge each other with a greeting: Namaste.
Many people adopt yoga as a form of exercise. 19 As recorded in the Yoga Sutras, a classic yoga text, the philosophy of yoga is based on the idea that the mind, body and spirit are one. The practice of yoga consists of not only physical postures but also moral guidelines，breathing techniques, and self-awareness, helping reduce anxiety and improve focus. It is an approach to health and well-being that aims to bring balance and harmony to all aspects of life.
20 However, a 13-year U. S. study found that between 2001 and 2014, almost30,000 individuals went to the emergency room with a yoga-related injury. Overstretching tends to be the most common issue, but serious injuries—although rare—can happen even to advanced coaches.
A. Different poses offer different benefits.
B. The detailed advantages are as follows.
C. Actually, yoga is a way of life at its roots.
D. This exercise is said to strengthen your body.
E. Yoga seems unlikely to send you to the hospital.
F.A lot of studies have been carried out about yoga.
G. The aim of this pose is to settle your mind and body.
07 湖北省武汉市武昌区 2024届高三年级5月质量检测
Loneliness is a bigger health threat than smoking 15 cigarettes a day, according to new research. Our ancestors likely did not suffer from a lack of companions. Why has loneliness become such a threat How might it be addressed
In the distant past, there were few complaints about loneliness. Indeed, every person in a community including children was up to speed on every detail of the lives of everyone else. Instead of suffering from loneliness, our distant ancestors were oppressed (被压迫) by a lack of privacy. 36 They facilitate distance. How did loneliness take over contemporary life
Typically, people move away from family and friends for work opportunities. Yet, cities often function as gatherings of relative strangers rather than functional communities. The many people wandering around in a city are irrelevant if we have no social connection with them. Migrants to cities may establish various meaningful social links. 37 These might be the people we work among, those who frequent a coffee shop, or members of a gym or sports club. Such associations are not made automatically. 38 In some cases, those who eagerly need social connection can fare poorly in cities.
39 According to the U. S. Surgeon General’s Report on Loneliness, people who spend more time online are lonelier. People who claim thousands of online “friends” are often chronically anxious, disconnected and depressed. Perhaps, they would gain better social bonus by being kind to people in real life.
Virtually, not everyone needs constant companionship. This is not merely a question of how extroverted a person is. 40 People with a strong sense of external purpose barely suffer from loneliness, whether they perfect their dance moves, get involved in political activism or train service dogs. In this vein, anyone who cultivates a love of nature may become a part of the natural world. That is an endless source of peace, happiness, and connection.
A. Their habits contributed to loneliness.
B. They require openness, initiative and effort.
C. Rather, it reflects how someone leads their life.
D. Outgoing people will live a busy life with social media.
E. Today, social media bring back the invasions of privacy.
F. Many turn to social media for companionship with mixed results.
G. However, associations are often formed through accidental networks.
08 Z20名校联盟（浙江省名校新高考研究联盟）2024届高三第三次联考
Things To Remember On Your First Solo Travel Adventure
If you've ever thought about just taking a trip yourself instead of waiting for someone to join you're not alone. 36 However, do you count yourself among the many who have tried it If you planning your own solo trip, here are four important things to keep in mind.
37 Since you're traveling solo, how you choose to explore it is entirely up to you. This is your chance to do whatever you want whenever you want because this time, you're running the show.
Don't be afraid to talk to random people. Though there is someone who poses a threat, it's important to remember that not everyone is out to get you. 38 That's because you're a novelty, a person from another country who is visiting theirs. Therefore, instead of putting on your headphones or instantly seeing them as weirdos use this spontaneous chat as a chance to meet the locals or get recommendations for things to do during your trip.
It's okay to have bad days. 39 It happens and it's completely okay to take some time to process whatever it is you're feeling. Take yourself to a movie or spend the day doing something relaxing like writing in your journal or reading on the beach.
It's okay to start small. 40 Start by doing a staycation in another part of town, spending a few days in a new locale a bus or train ride away. Just do whatever you're comfortable with and see how it all feels for you.
A. You are the boss of your own adventure.
B. You need to make an unusual travel choice.
C. It's no secret that solo travel is on the rise.
D. Sometimes things can go incredibly wrong.
E. People like you simply don't know how to start.
F. Most of the time people are just curious and try to be friendly.
G. Remember, your first solo trip doesn't have to be to a whole other continent.
09 福建省厦门市2024届高三毕业班第四次质量检测
Why is a compliment (赞美) so impactful One of the most important things to humans is to feel valued and respected by others, says Vanessa Bohns, a social psychologist, who has researched compliments. According to her research, people feel “significantly better” after both giving and receiving a compliment. 36
“You handled that situation so well.”
Bohns recently used her favorite compliment when she saw a server address a difficult situation with a customer at the bar. “I like it so much because you use it in anxious moments where the other person is often unsure of whether they handled a situation OK,” she says. In situations that call for a compliment, don’t second-guess yourself. Give your compliments generously. 37 That concern is unfounded.
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This compliment—one of Bohns’ favorites—works well among romantic partners and close family members. “It’s a beautiful way to highlight how their presence turns life into something meaningful, despite boring routines of our everyday lives,” she says. If you’re afraid that giving a compliment like this will feel strange, you’re not alone. 39 If it makes you personally feel like the bar is lowered for you to give a compliment if you write it down, or if you practice saying it out loud or giving your pet cat the compliment first, do that.
“Hey, great dress!”
Feel free to compliment strangers. In Bohns’ research, students on a college campus were told to approach a stranger of the same gender and compliment them—about, for example, their nice shirt. Before heading out, the study participants tended to underestimate their positive effect while overestimating how annoying it would be. Across all contexts, strangers are more likely to be pleased than confused. Plus, who knows 40
A. I love the way you bring out the best in people.
B. Respect is essential when you deliver compliments.
C. You make even ordinary moments feel extraordinary.
D. One way to overcome this fear is to do a practice run.
E. You might make a new friend in addition to making someone’s day.
F. With that in mind, we asked her to share some of her favorite compliments.
G. People sometimes worry that they’re going over and will start to sound insincere.
10 浙江省温州市普通高中2024届高三第三次适应性考试（三模）
Is a moviegoer different than a movie-lover I’d say so. You can love a movie by watching it at home. 36 . I’ve spent a lot of time talking to people about movies. By listening to what they say, I can report they only share one thing in common: they go out.
I've thought about two views of the moviegoer lately.
The first view comes from Roland Barthes. Most often, his moviegoers don't go to the movies for a distinct purpose. 37 . They are bored. Once they get inside, they can't help but sink into a relaxed state. When they leave the movie theater, these moviegoers don't want to talk to anyone about the movie. 38 . Barthes sees them as a lonely being, one who is introspective (自省的). I think some of us use movie theaters to retreat inside ourselves．
The second view comes from the Clark Theater manager, Bruce Trinz. When people go to the movies they go for a certain personal motive. They may want to forget something, or escape from the lives they are leading. Or they may want to see a film they liked years ago. 39 , they are the hopeless addicts who, quite simply, like movies. The only thing I would challenge in this definition is the word hopeless. 40 , but they come to the movies filled with hope. They may not be able to define what they hope to experience, but they will know it when they feel it.
A. Whatever motive they have
B. To be a moviegoer, you have to go out
C. The movie also puts them somewhere else
D. They are instead wrapped up in themselves
E. Because moviegoers go in search of beauty
F. Moviegoers may be hopelessly addicted to the movies
G. It's something to do with a response to leisure, free time
11 江苏省南京市2024届高三下学期第二次模拟考试（三模）
Gamba has a lifelong fear of dentists. “It was much easier to accept the toothache,” he says.
36 , there are times when you have to seek proper dental care. Fortunately, many dentists are specially trained in handling fearful patients. A variety of methods are also available to reduce pain and fear when you are in the dentist's chair.
The best dentists use simple methods to create a feeling of control. They gently explain what the patient will feel, and for about how long. They frequently ask the patient for permission to continue. 37 . Their working places are barely recognizable as a dentist's office. Free of posters showing the horrors of dental diseases, some even have a fireplace in the waiting room and some have a treatment room overlooking a waterfall. 38 , your body may still fear that chair. Here are some tips that may help you:
Go to the dentist with someone you trust, such as a close relative who has no fear of dentists. If possible, ask him/her to sit with you during the treatment.
39 . Listen to your own music on headphones— a new CD, not one you've heard a lot, so you’ll be a little more interested in it. Or find a dental clinic with a TV in the treatment room.
Try relaxation techniques. Controlled breathing—I taking a big breath, holding it, and letting it out slowly—will slow your heartbeat and relax your muscles.
As the pain from Gamba’s wisdom teeth worsened, he found support online through a forum for people with dental fear. He also found a dentist, who advertises his skill with fearful patients. “ 40 ,” Gamba says before going. But the dentist put him so at ease that he agreed to receive treatment right away. And it was painless, he says.
A. Add your favorite songs to the playlist
B. Shift attention while in the dentist’s chair
C. It wouldn’t be possible without the dentists' support
D.I convinced myself that I was just going to talk with the dentist
E. Even if your mind tells you you’ll be just fine in such circumstances
F. Although you would never look forward to a spell in the dentist’s chair
G. Some dentists even go out of their way to create a nonthreatening environment
12 江苏省南通等苏北八市2024届高三第三次调研测试（三模）
Overcoming barriers to exercising
If you’re having trouble beginning an exercise plan or following through, you’re not alone. Detailed exercise instructions and workout plans are just a click away. But knowing how and why to exercise was far from enough. Making exercise a habit takes more. 36
While practical concerns like a busy schedule or poor health can make exercise more challenging, for most of us, the biggest barriers are mental. Maybe it’s a lack of self-confidence that keeps you from taking positive steps. 37 We’ve all been there at some point. There are steps you can take to make exercise more fun and active.
You don’t have to spend hours in a gym or force yourself into dull or painful activities to experience the physical and mental benefits of exercise. 38 In fact, adding just modest amounts of physical activity to your weekly routine can have a profound effect on your mental and emotional health.
Research shows that self-sympathy increases the likelihood that you’ll succeed in any attempt. So, don’t blame yourself too much for your current fitness level. 39 Instead, look at your past mistakes as opportunities to learn and grow.
40 Try not to be discouraged by what you can’t accomplish or how far you have to go to reach your fitness goals. Instead, focus on consistency. While the improvements in mood and energy levels may happen quickly, the physical payoff will come in time.
A. Maybe your passion dies down.
B. A little exercise is better than nothing.
C. Expecting too much only leads to frustration.
D. You know there are great reasons to exercise.
E. All that will do is cause you to lose motivation.
F. You need the right mindset and a smart approach.
G. Many of us are struggling to get into the motionless state.
13 南京师大附中，杭州二中、长郡中学三校2024届高三4月联考（请勿使用盗版）
Helena Blumen, a cognitive (认知的) scientist, says the complicated mental multi-tasking that dancing requires engages various parts of the brain at the same time, leading to the strengthening of neural (神经系统的) connections across different regions. 36 . “It’s socially, cognitively and physically demanding,” she says.
Anyone who’s ever felt the irresistible urge to dance to a favorite song knows that combining music and movement can lift your mood and melt away stress. But there’s a lot more happening in your brain when you’re trying to follow even the easiest choreography (编舞). 37 . Tasks like getting around the kitchen or walking to the bus stop can become more attainable if regarded as choreography.
To learn how the mechanisms of dancing work in the brain, researchers conducted MRI scans on older adults who engaged in either dance or a traditional exercise program over six months. 38 , the dancers grew more white and gray matter in the parts of the brain responsible for cognitive processes.
The researchers assume that these brain changes contribute to more neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to form new connections and pathways. 39 . Brain plasticity is similar to the city’s ability to build new roads, repair old ones or even change the direction of traffic based on how often the routes are used and what the city needs.
40 . A Finnish study of people with severe brain injuries showed that dance-based recovery might improve mobility, cognition and overall well-being. Additionally, research shows that dancing can reduce the risk of brain-related diseases such as dementia (痴呆).
A. Moreover, dancing can help prevent brain injuries
B. In addition to the physical and neurological benefits
C. The effect extends beyond dancing to the real world
D. While both groups improved their level of physical fitness
E. Dancing might even help people with brain injuries and diseases
F. Imagine your brain is like a city with loads of roads and pathways
G. Basically, dancing requires more brain power than commonly believed
14 江苏省苏锡常镇四市2024届高三年级教学情况调研二（二模）
If you are trying to assess a person’s character, make sure you do not rely heavily on factors that can be misleading. Instead, observe the individual’s ability to tell the truth and to commit. 36
You can tell a lot about a person’s character by observing how he treats other people. 37 It may be difficult to actually see how he treats different types of people if you only encounter him in a single environment, such as the workplace. It is often possible, however, to get some idea of his manner of interaction with different types of people through conversation with him.
Whether or not a person is honest says a lot about his character. The attitude a person has about honesty can also indicate what type of person he is. 38 To some degree the types of lies he may tell and his motives for doing so matter.
39 The word “commitment” often causes people to instantly think of close relationships. Whether a person can respect the vows (誓约) and agreements is usually an indication of character.
A person’s character is affected by his attitude. 40 Attitude can affect many aspects of a person’s life, including how hard he works and his ability to be supportive of others.
When you are trying to assess someone’s character, remember that it consists of qualities and habits that form his identity.
A. More importantly, it’s necessary to continue his inner struggle.
B. The level of commitment indicates the type of character he has.
C. There are many other things in life that may require commitment.
D. This includes both people he knows and people he does not know.
E. Also, pay attention to his attitude and try to distinguish how it impacts his life.
F. Observe the person’s conversations and try to determine how often he tells lies.
G. Some people generally have a negative outlook while others may try to be positive even in difficult situations.
15 山东省2024届名校考试联盟4月高考模拟考试（济南二模）
The storms in our lives often leave behind gifts if we open our eyes to see them. As the skies clear and you start to emerge from the loss, look for the silver linings. 16
Going through difficulties requires courage and determination. You have to dig deep and find the strength you didn’t know you possessed to overcome the challenges. 17 That self-knowledge and confidence in your abilities will serve you well going forward.
Coming out the other side of troublesome times gives you a fresh outlook. Priorities shift. 18 You have a deeper appreciation for life’s simple moments and clarity about what matters. Use that insight to guide your choices and cherish each day.
19 The old way of doing things no longer works, so you must rebuild and reimagine your life. Though change is hard, it opens up possibilities for new growth and exciting adventures. Look at this as a chance for a fresh start. You can pursue new dreams or make a long-wished-for switch in your situation. The future is unwritten.
Your struggles and pain have given you understanding for what others may be going through in their own lives. You now recognize the suffering of people around you and desire to help ease their burdens. Use your experience to be there for friends and family members facing difficulties. 20 Your sympathy can make a real difference.
A. Dramatic changes often lead to transformation.
B. They’re there if you are bent on searching for them.
C. Offer a listening ear and share your story, with them.
D. Storms shape us, but the silver linings make us suffer.
E. What seemed important before now pales in comparison.
F. Now you know you have the inner power to weather storms.
G. This new perspective removed previous doubt about yourself.
16 山东省潍坊市2024届高三下学期第二次模拟考试
It was dinner time, yet I hadn't finished my work for the day. Cheery people who were enjoying their holiday time buzzed around me. But with my head down and headphones in, I had interacted with very few of them. The day passed more like a fast-forwarded video than something that I actually fully experienced. 16
This was my first week living the digital nomad lifestyle. I had left my corporate role and found freelance(自由职业的)writing work online to afford me the freedom to travel. 17 With enthusiasm, I expected my attitude would also change. Instead, the first surprising realization of my travel journey had hit: despite changing my formal suits to casuals, I was the exact same person I had been at home.
I had prepared excitedly, surfing online about digital nomadism. 18 While you might expect finances to be the biggest killer of this lifestyle, unrealistic expectations are the death blow that I hear about most often. After six years abroad, realism is now the primary message I share.
19 Instead of an office room, you'll work from a balcony overlooking the Mediterranean or a sunny rooftop in the heart of Marrakesh. Instead of waiting at the coffee machine next to complaining colleagues, your daily coffee run will lead you down dusty cobblestone streets into tiny cafes. These dreams exist and are waiting for you once you clear customs.
But that's not all that's waiting for new digital nomads. 20 At-home life and life on the road can at times feel shockingly similar, or, if bad work habits take over, even worse. It's an important expectation to understand before you set out on your digital nomad lifestyle: your surroundings will change, but you take you everywhere that you go. No matter how ultra-light you pack.
A. And my surroundings looked different.
B. But this wasn't at a tiring nine-to-five office job.
C. This was a typical day back in my office I managed to escape.
D. New surroundings may also make you fully engaged in your work.
E. Should you choose to become a digital nomad, your environment will change.
F. You'll still wake up with emails in your inbox and to-dos begging to be handled.
G. Yet, somehow I unknowingly over-consumed expectation and under-consumed realism.
17 湖北省武汉市2024届高中毕业生四月调研考试
How to charge an electric vehicle (EV) is one of the biggest concerns people have when working out whether going electric is right for them. It is true that sometimes gaining access to reliable charging can seem a bit tricky. 36
First, download an app with a comprehensive map of the public charging points showing their locations, how powerful they are, and whether they're working. All this is vital information because, even if you have public charging points nearby, you will need alternatives in case they are in use. 37
A growing number of property owners are renting out their charging points and driveways to other local EV drivers when they're not using them. 38 . Thus, your car gets charged, the owners make money, and emissions are reduced.
39 .For example, when your car is running out of juice, you'd just pull up to a battery-change station from your car brand and sit in the car while a fully charged unit is changed in. The Chinese EV brand Nio does this, but isn't available in the UK as yet.
For now, if charging access remains difficult for you, it's still possible to go electric----in part. 40 . Many hybrid（混合的) cars are now good for 50 miles of electric running before you need to use the engine. So, if most of your driving is local, you might only need to find a charger once or twice a week, while you have the backup of a fuel engine for long journeys.
A. But it may be easier than you think
B. It actually worked out much cheaper
C. There are also other innovative ways to get your EV going
D. A plug-in EV combines a petrol engine with a smaller battery
E. A “fast” charger usually takes eight hours to fully charge an EV
F. So you need to get a good feel for where your nearest points are
G. You can find a map of homeowners whose charging points are available
18 广东省深圳市2024届高三年级第二次调研考试
As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks. 36 This lies at the heart of “experiential appreciation,” a philosophy that encourages you to engage directly with the world around you. It’s about learning from real-life experiences, and discovering a more profound and engaging way to learn.
To practice experiential appreciation, you can start by getting involved in hands-on activities related to your subjects. They will provide a firsthand understanding of the concepts you’re studying, making learning active and meaningful. So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event. 37
As you dive deeper, immerse (沉浸) yourself fully in the surroundings and activities. When you’re in nature, don’t just look around. 38 Touching the leaves, feeling the wind and listening to the birds can enrich your learning and make each moment more memorable.
39 After trying something new, ask yourself what you learned and how it made you feel. Write in a journal or discuss it with friends. This self-discovery turns experiences into life lessons and offers a deeper understanding of the world.
Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured. 40 So, explore the world around you, let every experience shape you, and discover the endless possibilities that await. This is the core of true learning, where every moment is a step towards a richer, more enlightened life.
A. These activities bring learning to life.
B. It extends learning far beyond textbooks.
C. Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.
D. Mind the impact of your actions on the environment.
E. Instead, activate your senses for a stronger tie with it.
F. Textbooks offer a systematic introduction to essential concepts and principles.
G. Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating.
19 湖北省2024届高三4月调研模拟考试
People have always believed that nature is good for health and happiness. According to scientific studies, being in nature makes people less stressed. In a recent experiment in Japan, one group of people were asked to walk through a forest while another group had to walk through a busy city. 36 . However, researchers found that after the walks, the people who had walked in the forest had better moods, less anxiety and even lower blood pressure. So the experiment showed that it was being in nature that helped people feel less stressed, not just the walk.
Gregory Bratman from Stanford University in the United States found in experiments that a walk in nature could have important cognitive(认知) benefits, improving a person’s memory and creativity. 37 Teachers find that when children are enjoying the natural world, their awareness and creativity are improved, along with their reasoning and observational skills.
Why does being in nature bring so many benefits for us 38 , so we have an instinctive(本能的) love for it. Even just looking out of the window at a beautiful tree can help us feel less stressed.
Scientists also think that being in nature helps our brain recover from a lot of activities that we usually do during the day such as working on math problems or using our cell phone. 39 — putting all our attention into one thing, which can make us feel tired. But when we are outside, we use undirected attention. We see an interesting cloud or a beautiful flower, and our attention moves quickly and easily from one thing to another. So being in nature gives our brains the chance to rest.
40 . For many of us, nature is something we can enjoy just by walking out of our door. So enjoy the nature around you!
A. The walks were equally long and hard
B. Regular workouts are surprisingly helpful
C. One idea is that human beings come from nature
D. Nature’s benefits have been scientifically confirmed
E. In these activities, we use a lot of directed attention
F. Being in nature increases people’s mental health as well
G. We can see this in schools where outdoor learning has been introduced
20 浙江省金华市十校2024届高三下学期4月模拟考试（二模）
Have you ever wondered why you want to do something, or what causes people to go through extraordinary pain or personal investment just to achieve a particular outcome 36 Motivation.
Motivation is the reason for people’s actions, goals, and willingness to pursue the goals. Sometimes it seems difficult to find, but we all have that spark at our core. Here are some ways you can turn that spark back into a flame.
37 If your motivation is fading, notice when this starts to happen and what events could have driven it. You’ll find that you’re more likely to feel bored when you’re in certain environments. As you become more aware of this, you can put yourself in situations where you’re more likely to thrive.
Keep a thankfulness journal. 38 When they’re aware of what they’re thankful for, it drives them in specific areas of their lives. Considering this, you may find value in keeping a thankfulness journal where you regularly list blessings.
Design an accomplishment book. Creative people may do well to design an accomplishment book with images of past work and accomplishments as a form of encouragement. It can be as informal or formal as you’d like. It might be a simple scrapbook you keep at your desk, or a professionally printed booklet that you keep by your bed. 39
Get out of the house. If your life consists of going to work, coming home, watching Netflix, and going to sleep, you shouldn’t be surprised that you’re unmotivated. 40 Stretching yourself will expose you to new ideas, activities, and people, which will either strike up new motivation or rekindle things you have forgotten about.
A. What’s the possible solution
B. Identify when motivation slips.
C. What’s at the heart of this issue
D. Decide what works best for you and give it a try.
E. A thankfulness journal is a perfect way to show your gratitude to others.
F. Some people find that thankfulness and motivation are directly connected.
G. Make it a point to go outdoors and try new things even when you don’t want to.
21 湖南省新高考教学教研联盟2024届高三下学期第二次联考试卷
Hop on the Silent Walking Trend
Silent walking involves walking outdoors without distractions like music or conversations, focusing on the mind-body-nature connection. 36 That’s a slower, lower-impact way to relax and is great for fitness. Here’s everything you need to know about the trend.
Select a natural setting and fully engage your senses. For reaping the mental health benefits, it is recommended to find a quiet and peaceful natural location. 37 Meanwhile, consciously observing the sights, sounds, smells, and physical sensations during the walk can significantly impact cognitive and emotional well-being.
To stimulate the mind, consider exploring different routes than usual. Without your favourite podcast or playlist, you might slip into boredom on your walk. 38 And it might even be good for your brain. Scientists applaud the virtues of boredom for brain health, believing that it boosts creativity and improves social connections. And if you do get bored, rest assured that it shows you’ve disconnected from external distractions. Go with it, and make sure you take a different route each time—it’ll keep you motivated.
Start off with five-minute silent walks and eventually build up to thirty minutes. If you’re usually a headphone wearer, it will feel super weird to walk without your go-to tunes, but give yourself a second to adjust. Chances are, once you’re a few minutes into your silent walk, you’ll feel the magic kick in. 39
Regular reflection and ongoing documentation are essential. After completing a silent walk, take time to reflect upon any emerging thoughts, feelings, or insights. 40 Journaling about the experience can also solidify connections between thoughts and ideas, providing a valuable tool for self-reflection and growth.
A. But being bored won’t hurt you.
B. Taking different paths can lead to exciting discoveries.
C. Adjusting the routine gradually can help ease into the experience.
D. You’ll also start noticing the little things around you more clearly.
E. They can deepen understanding and serve as a record of personal growth
F. Unlike exercise-oriented walking, it isn’t about reaching certain speed or steps
G. In such an environment, you can immerse yourself in the natural soundscape (音景) .
22 浙江省绍兴市2024届高三高考科目考试适应性试卷（二模）
Dear Fresher, joining a university can be a pleasant but challenging experience: horrific and yet beautiful, scary but exciting. 36
Do not panic if, like me, you do not make friends on the first day or week. Before I met Sanaa, I had tried to force myself to make friends with classmates in my other majors. Then I was starting to get convinced that there was something wrong with me. 37 Eventually, when I started making more friends, it made sense why the friendships l had forced did not work out. It was my first lesson in understanding my uniqueness, and reminding me that my "friends" are somewhere, out there. 38
So, dear Fresher, as I say welcome to university life, I am also saying, give yourself time — to understand your school, your course, and your new rhythm of life. Do not fall into the trap of people-pleasing to fit in.
39 Of course, you must leave room to grow and breathe — to discover amazing cultures, new accents, and new ways of matching your clothes —but do not do anything that needs you to abandon your genuine self in order to become.
Finally, it might not look like it, but the four, five, or six years you will be in university will pass by really quickly. 40 Perhaps that is DIYs, writing blog posts, participating in club activities in your department, or joining the dance troupe.
So, dear Fresher, go forward, and leave your mark! You will be surprised at how much experience that will contribute to your CV.
A. It is a big turn on the pages of your life.
B. Extracurricular activities build confidence.
C. I no longer struggle too hard to fit square pegs into round holes.
D. It is a good idea for you to make friends with like-minded people.
E. That was why I got uninspired by every friendship I tried to make.
F. While the new phase of life is challenging, remember who you truly are.
G. Seek out opportunities to do stuff you are passionate about during your free time.
23 江苏省南通如皋市2024届高三4月第二次适应性考试（2.5模）
In early October, Travis Gienger transported an enormous pumpkin(南瓜) from his home in Minnesota to the World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in California. His pumpkin set the record for the biggest one ever grown in North America. How do competitive growers get their pumpkins to grow to massive sizes 36
Gienger, who teaches horticulture(园艺学) at Anoka Technical College, begins growing his pumpkins in mid-April, starting with seeds that he grows indoors for the first few weeks, when Minnesota’s soil is too frosty. 37 They can absorb sunlight, nutrients from the soil, and water there. “At their peak, you ‘re watering them with at least 600 liters a day,” he says.
Depending on the variety, pumpkin plants can grow up to a dozen fruits on a single vine(藤曼). But to maximize size, growers remove all but one or two of these pumpkins in order to decrease each individual fruit’s competition for resources. 38
But what exactly happens inside a pumpkin as it grows Two factors drive natural growth: cell division and cell expansion. Cell division accounts for most of the growth at the beginning of a fruit’s life. This period lasts for about 20 days in pumpkin plants. 39 Pumpkin cells will expand until around 50 or 60 days after pollination (授粉).
40 Some varieties of pumpkins have been bred specifically to maximize their size. Still, there is genetic variation even among pumpkins of the same variety. This has led to competition for the best seeds. Following each harvest, many growers auction off(拍卖掉) the seeds from their biggest pumpkins, which will then be used for the following year’s plantings.
A. Biology has the answers.
B. Genetics also influences pumpkin growth.
C. The following tips will give you a head start.
D. Once it warms up, the plants are transferred outside。
E. When it stops, cell expansion will then come into play.
F. Growers extend the growth period for as long as possible.
G. Growers also remove the weeds in the area for the same reason.
24 河北省衡水中学2024届高三下学期二调考试
Lying awake for hours before falling asleep is a common problem. Even if you can finally fall asleep, taking too long to fall asleep can lead to too few hours of sleep altogether. 36 So people having trouble falling asleep always wonder how they can sleep well.
Parents know from experience that gentle music can help babies fall asleep. Science supports this, showing that children of all ages, from babies to elementary school children, sleep better after listening to comfortable music. Fortunately, children aren't the only ones who can benefit from gentle music before bedtime. 37
Listening to music likely improves sleep for more than one reason. Music can promote sleep directly by affecting your physiology(生理机能). 38 Besides, it can also promote sleep by becoming a healthy bedtime habit. Many people can't fall asleep quickly because stressful and worrying thoughts keep them awake at night. By listening to music, the mind has something else to focus on. With time，the practice of listening to music at bedtime becomes more effective as the brain positively associates music with sleep.
39 Studies have looked at many types of music and playlists but there isn't a clear answer about the best music for sleep. What we do know is that researchers have typically used either a self-made playlist or one that has been designed especially with sleep in mind. One of the most important things about how music affects a person's body is their own musical preferences. 40 For those who don't want to design their own playlist, online music services have stepped in and usually offer playlists for sleep or relaxation.
A. It can guarantee sufficient sleep.
B. It's natural to wonder about the best type of music for sleep.
C. The quality and quantity of our sleep become poor as we age.
D. Listening to music can reduce your stress and inspire positive feelings.
E. This can have a serious effect on a person's quality of life if it continues.
F. People across age groups report better sleep quality after listening to soft music.
G. Useful personal playlists may include relaxing songs that have helped with sleep in the past.
25 浙江省嘉兴市2024届高三下学期4月教学测试（二模）
Education is a good opportunity for those of us who expect to better ourselves. But for people in full-time employment, getting the balancing act between work and studying can prove challenging. 36
University is often considered a logical step for people who wish to continue their education after school. While options of Master’s degrees, PhDs and other postgraduate qualifications exist, many students leave after obtaining their Bachelor’s and head into the world of work. 37 They hope it may open up new opportunities or help them to get a promotion.
In terms of the benefits, learning new techniques that you can bring into the workplace can make you more of an authority in your area and a go-to person for advice. 38 In short, studying more could make you more promotable down the line and more helpful to the business.
If you study in a classroom, your experience of the workplace could bring a wealth of knowledge to other students and provide real-life examples for you to draw on. You may also meet like-minded people. 39 In addition, while adult learners have to consider things like children, home lives and work, many adult and part-time courses are more flexible. Some courses can even be done partly or entirely online, which means you can manage your time more easily and don’t need to factor in travel time.
40 Increasing your skills may open up new careers in your professional life.
A. Studying part-time in the evenings can be a great choice.
B. So, what are the benefits of hitting the books once in work
C. Then you can expand your professional network in the future.
D. They may choose adult courses spreading over a number of years.
E. If the business has a skills shortage, you may be able to fill that gap.
F. Having done the same job for years, some feel like acquiring new skills.
G. So, there are a variety of options for those who wish to return to studying.
26 福建省九地市2024届高中毕业班第二次质量检测（二模）
Around the globe, about 1 in 4 adults says they're lonely. And the consequences of longterm social disconnection can be everything from an increased risk of heart attacks to dementia (痴呆). The following offers a road map to make connections.
Be curious. It's easier to connect with people if you have shared interests or experiences, so start paying attention to what's in your mind. What motivates you What excites you 36 If you know what's meaningful or fun for you, it may lead you to an activity that connects you to others.
Make something. When experts advise making something, people will say, "Well, I'm not Picasso. I don't know how to do a fancy painting. " Of course, you're not! 37 You can try your grandma's pie recipe or plant an herb garden that puts your thoughts and feelings about who you are and express those thoughts and feelings to others.
38 Share something about yourself. It doesn't have to be the darkest secret of your life, but just something other people might find interesting. Putting yourself out there requires a bit of a risk, and it's the first step to real connection.
Find a group that matches your interests. Whether it's volunteering fora cause or playing frisbee (飞盘), try to find others who share your interests. There's even an online group that has a quirky shared interest: a fascination with brown bears in Alaska, which led to Fat Bear Week. In interactions with others, you can begin to reveal yourself and share the unique things that matter to you. 39
Other people's loneliness matters too. 40 If loneliness go unaddressed, people can end up in a world of hurt. If you see someone experiencing loneliness, ask them how they're doing. Share your own experience of loneliness and how you get rid of it. Thus, helping others can also benefit yourself.
A. Pour out your hard feelings.
B. Loneliness can be infectious.
C. Take a risk by having conversations.
D. You should tolerate the risk of being lonely.
E. But the opportunities for creative expression are endless.
F. Knowing yourself can be a first step to bonding with others.
G. Then, other people recognize that and share their story in return.
27 浙江省杭州市2024届高三下学期教学质量检测（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
36 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. 37 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. （请勿使用盗版）
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. 38 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. 39 The thing is, however, there's also good stuff out there—the delightful and kind parts of humanity. “Beautiful stories are happening worldwide. 40 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.
28 浙江省9+1高中联盟2024届高三3月高考模拟卷
One of my bad habits is saying “busy” when people ask me how I'm doing. Sometimes it's because I actually am busy, but other times it's because that's what I think I'm supposed to say. That's what important or promoted people say. 36 So why are we so proud to talk about how busy we are all the time
In 2016, researchers conducted a study to figure it out. 37 And interestingly, these status attributions(归属) are heavily influenced by our own beliefs. In other words, the more we believe that one has the opportunity for success based on hard work, the more we tend to think that people who always skip leisure and work are of higher standing.
That's why we feel like we have to appear busy, and there's a real perception that if someone is knee-deep in meetings, emails, and stress, then they're probably a big deal. 38 According to a recent study, one in five highly engaged employees is at risk of burnout.
39 It sounds self-righteous (自以为是) and sets the wrong tone. Phrases like “I have limited access to email” and “I'll respond as soon as I get back” sound like you're being held against your will from working as opposed to making the most of your time off.
That's why we recently launched the Out of Office Email Generator, a free tool you can use before your next long weekend or trip. 40 Managers need to think twice about emailing their teams on the weekend and talking about how busy they are, and so do leaders.
A. Actually, leading a busy life can be avoidable.
B. But working long hours doesn't drive better results.
C. A person of high status feels tired when promoted.
D. Busy people are found to be those with high social rank.
E. You can share you won't be checking the mailbox till you return.
F. This culture of busyness is making it hard to find work-life balance.
G. Personally, I'm going to stop saying “busy” when people ask me how I am.
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Risks of Overtraining
Getting in shape and training for an event such as a marathon requires long-lasting and in-tense physical commitment. 16 But the truth is, sometimes the very acts we do to get healthy can actually push us past our physical limits.
Specifically, overtraining is a set of signs that occur when your body is not able to recover sufficiently before going into your next workout. 17 People tend to ignore them. Over time, the cycle of starting the next training session before allowing recovery causes breakdown of the very parts of the body that you work so hard to build up.
The structures and systems of your body adapt to the demands you have placed on them be-fore the rest time. If your workout slightly goes beyond your current ability, it will adapt toward what you did in a positive way. 18
Two main factors are necessary in recovery: nutrition. and rest. Good nutrition, including water and protein intake, is extremely important, especially within 40 minutes of your workout. 19 Your body uses the nutrients you have given it during the rest time. especially sleep, to strengthen.
One of the best ways to prevent overtraining is to focus on your morning resting heart rate. 20 Generally, you will detect an increase in your heart rate before the other signs show up. Tracking it in a log can be a great way to monitor your recovery.
A. It’s easy to measure and track.
B. Allowing time for recovery is also essential.
C. The problem is that they show up very gradually.
D. Below are the signs and symptoms of overtraining.
E. Listening to your body will assure you of your fitness goals.
F. If far beyond, it’ll take longer to adapt and may cause injury.
G. We generally assume regular intense exercise good for our health.
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We watch our salt and fat intake to protect our hearts. We exercise and take calcium to protect our bones. We use sunscreen to protect our skin. But what can we do to protect our eyes, all year round A lot. 36 .
Invest in quality sunglasses
To shield your eyes, wear sunglasses certified to block out 99 to 100 per cent of UVA and UVB light. 37 . “In fact, if the lenses are dark but not UV-protected, that's worse for your eyes, because when you're looking through dark lenses your pupils dilate, which lets more UV light inside to do damage,” says Dr Esen Akpek, a professor at Johns Hopkins University.
Wear safety glasses when needed
You don't have to be doing construction work or factory work to need protective eyewear. 38 .It's estimated that up to 90 per cent of sports-related eye injuries are actually preventable with proper eye protection. “I see people who’ve been gardening, leaned forward and got poked in the eye by a branch,” says Dr Davinder Grover, an ophthalmologist at Glaucoma Associates of Texas.
Invest in an air purifier
39 . Outdoor cold and wind can be drying, too, while pollution and allergens can cause irritation. In addition to lubricating eye drops, “air purifiers and humidifiers are our friends,” says Akpek.
See an eye specialist regularly
Routine checkup helps maintain good eye health, so please don't forget to see an eye specialist for a checkup regularly, if possible. 40 .
A. Safety comes first for various outdoor activities
B. Surprisingly, dark lenses aren't necessarily the most protective
C. Indoor heating and air conditioning can dry out the air—and the eyes
D. Gardening, home repairs and sports all pose the risk of trauma to the eye
E. Not all eye problems are noticeable, and all are best treated when found early
F. By incorporating these lifestyle steps, your eyes will stay healthy throughout the year
G. We have asked experts what lifestyle steps people should take to protect their vision and eye health
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How to Plot a Short Story
A great short story drops the reader into its world swiftly and holds their attention all the way through. 36 It can be as simple as knowing a few key moments you want to work your way toward. You’ll wind up with things you never imagined at the start. Follow these steps to plot your next story.
Brainstorm. You don’t need to have multiple short story ideas ready to go at a moment’s notice. 37 When that idea comes to you, sit down and flesh it out. Make note of any characters, settings, or bits of dialogue that you see.
38 The foundations of your main conflict or theme often form a short story’s rising action. To create tension and