七选五阅读专项练习
题源:VOA
Passage1
The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are being updated. A panel of nutrition experts released their advice on December 10. 1. _______. These guidelines will have an impact on federal food programs and policy.
The panel suggested that for a healthy diet, people should eat more beans, peas and lentils while reducing the intake of red meat, processed meats and starchy vegetables like potatoes. Also, limiting added sugars, sodium and saturated fat is important. 2. _______.
However, the 20-member panel didn't give advice on two aspects. Firstly, they didn't advise on ultra-processed foods though some studies have linked them to health problems. 3. _______. Secondly, they didn't change the recommendations about alcohol either. The current guidelines on alcohol consumption remain unchanged for now.
The panel described a healthy diet for people aged two and above. It includes a lot of vegetables, fruits, legumes and so on that are beneficial, and is lower in certain less healthy food items. 4. _______. Moreover, this panel was the first to take dietary needs based on different factors like financial situation, race, ethnicity and culture into consideration.
Do Americans follow these dietary guidelines In fact, most Americans' diets don't meet the current ones. Many adults have diet-related chronic health conditions. And there are also families with food insecurity issues.
After the panel's report, 5. _______. Officials from the U.S. Health & Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture will create the final guidance based on it and release it next year. Also, the public has 60 days to comment on the guidance and there will be a public meeting on January 16 to discuss the recommendations.
A. They thought the evidence was insufficient to make suggestions on them.
B. This is because the panel believed these foods were completely healthy.
C. This advice aims to help people maintain good health and prevent diseases.
D. The panel's work on the guidelines lasted for a relatively short period.
E. The scientific report will then be used to inform the official dietary guidelines.
F. The panel considered various factors to make the guidelines more applicable.
G. They were more concerned about the types of cooking methods for healthy diets.
答案及解析
C
解析:前文提到营养专家小组给出建议,后文说这些指南会对联邦食品项目和政策产生影响,C 选项 “This advice aims to help people maintain good health and prevent diseases.”(这个建议旨在帮助人们保持健康并预防疾病)进一步说明了这些建议的目的,很好地衔接了前后文,解释了给出建议与后续影响之间的关联,所以填 C。
A
解析:空白处前说小组没对超加工食品给出建议,后文应解释原因,A 选项 “They thought the evidence was insufficient to make suggestions on them.”(他们认为证据不足,无法就此给出建议)符合逻辑,说明了没对超加工食品提建议的缘由,故填 A。
F
解析:前文先是提到没对两方面给出建议,一方面讲了超加工食品的情况,此处接着讲另一方面(酒精相关建议)之前,用 F 选项 “The panel considered various factors to make the guidelines more applicable.”(该小组考虑了各种因素以使指南更具适用性)来过渡,引出小组在制定指南时考虑诸多因素,然后再说酒精相关建议没改变的情况,使行文更连贯,所以填 F。
B (此处按照指令要求和合理逻辑,原答案有误,正确答案应为:Panelist Fatima Cody Stanford is an obesity expert and doctor at Massachusetts General Hospital. In an email, she said that considering these new elements will help make sure that the guidance “...reflects and includes various population groups." 但按照给定选项的逻辑及契合度,选以下内容作为答案,并进行解析)
答案:This was done to make the guidelines cover different population groups better.
解析:前文描述了健康饮食包含的内容以及提到考虑不同因素等,此处应是进一步说明这样做的目的,所填句子需能承接前文,起到解释说明的作用,符合整体逻辑,故填此答案。(备注:按照给定选项较难有完全契合的准确内容,此为相对合理的处理方式,使其符合整体逻辑。)
E
解析:后文提到美国卫生与公众服务部和美国农业部的官员将据此制定最终指南并发布,E 选项 “The scientific report will then be used to inform the official dietary guidelines.”(然后,这份科学报告将被用于为官方膳食指南提供依据)与后文内容衔接紧密,说明了报告后续的作用,所以填 E。
Passage2
Winter has arrived in much of the United States, but it doesn't mean our meals have to be dull. Diet and food experts have some good ideas for “winterizing” our meals.
Firstly, when it comes to fresh fruits and vegetables, 1. _______. While staple ones are available all year, winter has its special kinds. Citrus fruits like lemons, limes and oranges are common in winter stores. There are also pumpkins and root vegetables such as sweet potatoes, parsnips, beets and radishes. And don't forget winter's leafy greens which can add variety to our diet.
If getting fresh produce is a bit difficult, 2. _______. They still hold much nutritional value as long as we don't overcook them and watch out for added salt or fat. Dried fruits and nuts are also great choices for winter meals as they are both nutritious.
Secondly, consider liquid meals like stews, soups and porridges. These have a long history and are popular in many cultures. 3. _______. This makes cooking easier and they can also be frozen for later use. What's more, nutrients from the ingredients stay in the broth, adding to their nutritional value.
Beans and legumes are often used in these liquid meals and are described as a “nutritional powerhouse”. They are cost-effective and provide good sources of protein and fiber. Porridges are a nice way to explore different grains too. 4. _______.
Finally, winter can be a lonely time for some people. So, 5. _______. Eating seasonal foods can also help people connect with the sources of their food and the environment.
A. you can turn to canned and frozen fruits and vegetables
B. they are usually made with various fresh ingredients
C. we should choose only the most expensive ones
D. cooking for others is a good way to bring warmth
E. it's important to eat them raw to get the most nutrition
F. you can make them in different flavors according to your taste
G. they can be cooked in a single pot
答案及解析
B
解析:空白处前引出新鲜水果和蔬菜的话题,后面具体列举了冬季常见的各类新鲜蔬果,B 选项 “they are usually made with various fresh ingredients”(它们通常由各种各样的新鲜食材制成)能起到承上启下的作用,说明这些冬季的蔬果是多样新鲜食材构成的,与后文列举的内容相呼应,所以填 B。
A
解析:前文说如果获取新鲜的果蔬有困难,后文提到它们(指此处要填的食物)仍有营养价值且提到不要过度烹饪以及注意盐和脂肪添加等内容,A 选项 “you can turn to canned and frozen fruits and vegetables”(你可以选择罐装和冷冻的水果和蔬菜)符合逻辑,引出在新鲜果蔬获取不便时可选择的替代食物,与后文对这类食物的描述衔接紧密,故填 A。
G
解析:空白处前介绍汤、炖菜和粥这类流食,空白处后说这使得烹饪过程更简单且还能冷冻留待后用,G 选项 “they can be cooked in a single pot”(它们可以用一个锅来烹饪)解释了为什么会让烹饪更简单,很好地衔接了前后文,所以填 G。
F
解析:前文提到粥是尝试不同谷物的好方式,后文应该进一步说明粥在制作方面的特点等,F 选项 “you can make them in different flavors according to your taste”(你可以根据自己的口味把它们做成不同的风味)具体说明了粥在口味制作上的灵活性,符合此处关于粥的描述逻辑,因此填 F。
D
解析:前文提到冬季对有些人来说可能是孤独的时期,后文说吃应季食物能帮助人们与食物来源和环境建立联系,D 选项 “cooking for others is a good way to bring warmth”(为他人做饭是带来温暖的好方式)承接前文冬季孤独的情况,引出通过为他人做饭来改善这种状况,使文章逻辑连贯,所以填 D。
Passage3
Winter might seem like a time to take a break from garden work for many people in seasonal regions, but actually, it's an important period for garden maintenance.
Outdoor care
When it comes to outdoor plants, 1. _______. If your soil isn't frozen and you can dig, it's a good time to plant bulbs like those for tulips and daffodils. After planting, cover them properly to protect them from the effects of temperature changes over winter.
In addition, some plants need special protection in winter. For instance, certain fruit trees, dahlias and spring-blooming plants can be damaged by the cold. 2. _______. Also, if snow accumulates on evergreen trees and shrubs, it's necessary to remove it to avoid branch damage.
Moreover, 3. _______. The notes you make will be useful when you plan to move them in early spring, which is the best time for moving early-blooming plants.
Indoor care
Winter also affects houseplants. 4. _______. This can help them grow more evenly. And if you choose to plant Amaryllis bulbs indoors, there are specific steps to follow to make them bloom and keep them safe after blooming.
Remember the birds
Don't forget about the non-migrating birds during winter. 5. _______. In return, they will help control the insects that might harm your garden in the growing season.
A. They rely on us to provide food like high-quality birdseed and water.
B. You should always keep the houseplants in a dark corner.
C. Keep a record of the plants you plan to relocate in your garden.
D. You can plant any kind of bulbs regardless of the soil condition.
E. A burlap cover can be used to reduce the impact of the cold on them.
F. Water the houseplants as much as possible every day.
G. Turning the houseplants regularly when watering is a good practice.
答案及解析
D (此处按照指令要求和合理逻辑,原答案有误,正确答案应为:For people who want flowers like tulips in the early spring plant the bulbs that produce them if your soil is not frozen. If you can still dig, plant tulips, daffodils and other bulbs. 但按照给定选项的逻辑及契合度,选以下内容作为答案,并进行解析)
答案:If the soil allows, choose suitable bulbs to plant before winter comes.
解析:后文提到如果土壤没冻结且能挖掘,就可以种植郁金香、水仙花等球茎植物,所以此处应是引出在土壤条件合适的情况下选择种植球茎植物这一话题,起到过渡衔接作用,符合整体逻辑,故填此答案。(备注:按照给定选项较难有完全契合的准确内容,此为相对合理的处理方式,使其符合整体逻辑。)
E
解析:前文提到一些植物在冬天需要保护以免受寒冷伤害,列举了部分植物,空白处应是说明具体的保护措施,E 选项 “A burlap cover can be used to reduce the impact of the cold on them.”(可以使用粗麻布覆盖物来减少寒冷对它们的影响)符合逻辑,介绍了对应的保护方式,与前文衔接紧密,所以填 E。
C
解析:后文提到你做的笔记在早春移栽植物时会有用处,C 选项 “Keep a record of the plants you plan to relocate in your garden.”(记录下你计划在花园中移栽的植物)与后文关于记录作用的描述相呼应,引出记录这一行为,所以填 C。
G
解析:空白处后提到这样做能帮助它们(指室内植物)更均匀地生长,G 选项 “Turning the houseplants regularly when watering is a good practice.”(浇水时定期转动室内植物是个好做法)解释了让植物生长更均匀的具体做法,符合逻辑,故填 G。
A
解析:前文提到不要忘记冬天的非候鸟,后文说它们会回报(帮忙控制害虫),A 选项 “They rely on us to provide food like high-quality birdseed and water.”(它们依靠我们提供像高质量鸟食和水这样的食物)说明了我们需要为鸟提供食物,与后文鸟的回报形成呼应,所以填 A。