Unit 1 Knowing me,knowing you
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
Jeffrey,a teacher of communications,has used his research to define the exact amount of time necessary to make friends with someone.Moreover,he’s found how long it will take to deepen a relationship.His new study found that it takes around 50 hours of time together to go from being someone’s acquaintance (泛泛之交) to casual friend.It takes about 90 hours to go from being casual friends to friends,and more than 200 hours before considering someone a close friend or best friend.
But it isn’t spending just any kind of time together that deepens a friendship—hours spent working together,for example,don’t count as much as hours spent getting to know someone by hanging out,joking around,playing games,and doing more playful activities.The study explained that these kinds of activities help us to form a deeper connection with someone.“We have to put that time in,” Jeffrey said.“You can’t make a friend without any effort.”
The results of the study came from analysis of 355 responses to an online survey from adults who said they had moved in the last six months and were looking for new friends near their new homes.Survey participants were asked about new relationships as well as hours spent together and activities they did.They were then asked to rate their resulting relationships according to one of the four stages:acquaintance,casual friend,friend and close friend.
The main conclusion that Jeffrey came to is that making close friends takes serious effort.So if you want to have some best friends,you have to know that spending time with someone is the most important thing.
( )1.How long does it take to turn an acquaintance into a friend
[A] About 50 hours.
[B] About 90 hours.
[C] About 140 hours.
[D] About 200 hours.
( )2.What does the underlined phrase “that time” in Paragraph 2 refer to
[A] Time spent working together.
[B] Time spent finding new friends.
[C] Time spent helping a new friend.
[D] Time spent doing fun things together.
( )3.Which may help deepen a friendship according to the study
[A] Trying to understand your friend’s feelings.
[B] Enjoying quality time with your friend.
[C] Treating a new friend like a close one.
[D] Being frank with your friend.
( )4.What is the main purpose of the text
[A] To solve a relationship problem.
[B] To introduce a teacher.
[C] To present the findings of a new study.
[D] To discuss the importance of friendship.
B
Initial conversations can have a huge impact on how relationships develop over time.People are often stuck in the impressions they think they might have made the minute they finish speaking with someone for the first time: “Did they like me or were they just being polite ” “Were they deep in thought or deeply bored ”
To find out whether these worries are necessary,we have conducted nearly 10 years of research.In our studies,participants in the UK talked with someone they had never met before.Afterwards,they were asked how much they liked their conversation partners and how much they believed that their conversation partners liked them.This allowed us to compare how much people believed they were liked to how much they were actually liked.
Time and time again,we found that people left their conversations with negative feelings about the impression they made.That is,people systematically underestimate how much their conversation partners like them and enjoy their company—a false belief we call the “liking gap”.
This bias (偏见) may seem like something that would occur only in initial interactions,but its effects extend far beyond first impressions.Surprisingly,the liking gap can constantly affect a variety of relationships,including interactions with coworkers,long after the initial conversations have taken place.Having a larger liking gap is associated with being less willing to ask workmates for help,less willing to provide workmates with open and honest feedback,and less willing to work on a project together.
There are numerous strategies to minimise your biased feelings.One place to start is shifting your focus of attention.Try to direct your attention to your conversation partners,be genuinely curious about them,ask them more questions,and really listen to their answers.The more you’re zeroed in on the other person and the less you’re focused on yourself,the better your conversations will be and the less your mind will turn to all the things you think you didn’t do well.
( )5.What does Paragraph 2 mainly talk about
[A] The research motivation.
[B] The research progress.
[C] The research assumptions.
[D] The research conclusions.
( )6.What is one effect of people’s liking gap
[A] Fewer chances of new projects.
[B] Underestimation of their ability.
[C] Poor interpersonal relations.
[D] Lack of interest in social engagement.
( )7.What can the underlined words “zeroed in on” in the last paragraph be replaced by
[A] Crazy about.
[B] Disappointed at.
[C] Surprised by.
[D] Targeted at.
( )8.Which might be the best title for the text
[A] Liking Gap May Influence Social Performances
[B] Initial Conversations Decide First Impressions
[C] People Probably Like You More Than You Think
[D] How Much People Like You Matters Less Than You Assume
Ⅱ.完形填空(每题1分,共15分)
In certain situations,we can never fully recognise the value of what has occurred until the moment is gone.Then we are left to reflect on every detail.One such moment for me was being invited to participate in the National Storytelling Festival as the youngest 1 .I had spoken on a variety of 2 ,but this particular festival was an event like no other.Thousands of people drifted in and out of tents as storytellers weaved (编织) words into memories both
3 and humorous.
I stood on a stage with a single microphone.All eyes were on me,a feeling that 4
anxiety easily.The challenge in that moment was to 5 authentic emotions—to be vulnerable (脆弱) and fearless.In a tent filled with expectant listeners,it was embarrassing to think about being so 6 ,but I understood that the only real 7 would be not showing my true passion.So,I gave the audience everything I had,and in turn they 8 with support and encouragement.
This sort of communication is responsible for the smallest and largest 9 between people in life.The festival is 10 on communities coming together to listen.Not to hear,but to 11 listen.I think of the lonely people of the world,the misunderstood,the uncelebrated.Listening to their stories opens up doors and relationship possibilities that are far more peaceful in nature than 12 or even ignoring.
The most powerful part of the 13 was not the fact that I spoke or that the most brilliant storytellers in the world were there,but that I 14 that people do in fact understand and 15 closer communication.I finally understand the educational world is in need of spaces like these where truth comes to be heard.Now I hold closely to the belief that storytelling connects individuals.
( )1.[A] conductor [B] chairman
[C] composer [D] performer
( )2.[A] occasions [B] opportunities
[C] accidents [D] positions
( )3.[A] familiar [B] striking
[C] sufficient [D] historical
( )4.[A] figured out [B] got through
[C] brought about [D] carried on
( )5.[A] present [B] remove
[C] confirm [D] admit
( )6.[A] upset [B] energetic
[C] open [D] passive
( )7.[A] relief [B] satisfaction
[C] puzzle [D] disappointment
( )8.[A] charged [B] responded
[C] complained [D] harvested
( )9.[A] connections [B] transitions
[C] greetings [D] signals
( )10.[A] reflected [B] centred
[C] based [D] attached
( )11.[A] definitely [B] absolutely
[C] independently [D] truly
( )12.[A] inspiring [B] respecting
[C] arguing [D] escaping
( )13.[A] mission [B] experience
[C] atmosphere [D] faith
( )14.[A] witnessed [B] assumed
[C] assisted [D] sought
( )15.[A] gather [B] claim
[C] approach [D] desire
1.form a deeper connection with sb 与某人建立更深厚的联系
2.put time in 在……中投入时间
3.have a huge impact on sb/sth 对某人/某物有巨大影响
4.be stuck in 陷入……
5.be associated with sb/sth 与某人/某物有关联
6.shift one’s focus of attention 转移某人关注的焦点
7.reflect on 反思,考虑
8.be responsible for... 对……负责
1.let off steam 发泄怒火,宣泄情绪
2.help (sb) out 帮(某人)一把
3.fit in with others 与他人相处融洽
4.let (sb) down 使(某人)失望,辜负(某人)
5.be disappointed by... 对……感到失望
6.think first,speak later 三思而后言
7.communicate with sb/have a chat with sb 与某人交流/聊天
8.resolve conflicts 化解矛盾,解决冲突
1. (3分)这个简单的爱好对我产生了巨大的影响,帮助我摆脱了健康上的困扰。(现在分词短语作结果状语)
2. (3分)减少焦虑的策略有很多,其中之一就是转移你关注的焦点。(which引导非限制性定语从句)
3. (3分)众所周知,交流是一个双向的过程,不仅包括说,也包括倾听,需要我们在其中投入时间。(It is known to all that...)
4. (3分)人们往往停留在他们基于有限的互动或初次相遇而对他人形成的印象中。(过去分词短语作状语)
(15分)假设你是李华,13岁时你经常生病,总是因去看医生而缺课,偶然见到同学打篮球,你跃跃欲试,并逐渐产生了兴趣。此后,打篮球不仅使你身强体壮,还使你在比赛期间结识了许多新朋友。请你写信与你的朋友Peter分享你的经历。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。
Unit 1 Knowing me,knowing you
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
Jeffrey,a teacher of communications,has used his research to define the exact amount of time necessary to make friends with someone.Moreover,he’s found how long it will take to deepen a relationship.His new study found that it takes around 50 hours of time together to go from being someone’s acquaintance (泛泛之交) to casual friend.It takes about 90 hours to go from being casual friends to friends,and more than 200 hours before considering someone a close friend or best friend.
But it isn’t spending just any kind of time together that deepens a friendship—hours spent working together,for example,don’t count as much as hours spent getting to know someone by hanging out,joking around,playing games,and doing more playful activities.The study explained that these kinds of activities help us to form a deeper connection with someone.“We have to put that time in,” Jeffrey said.“You can’t make a friend without any effort.”
The results of the study came from analysis of 355 responses to an online survey from adults who said they had moved in the last six months and were looking for new friends near their new homes.Survey participants were asked about new relationships as well as hours spent together and activities they did.They were then asked to rate their resulting relationships according to one of the four stages:acquaintance,casual friend,friend and close friend.
The main conclusion that Jeffrey came to is that making close friends takes serious effort.So if you want to have some best friends,you have to know that spending time with someone is the most important thing.
[语篇导读] 本文是说明文。文章介绍了一项新的研究,该研究表明,交朋友和加深友谊都需要相应的时间投入以及认真的付出。
( )1.How long does it take to turn an acquaintance into a friend
[A] About 50 hours.
[B] About 90 hours.
[C] About 140 hours.
[D] About 200 hours.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段最后两句可知,把一个泛泛之交变成朋友需要大约140个小时的相处时间。故选C。
( )2.What does the underlined phrase “that time” in Paragraph 2 refer to
[A] Time spent working together.
[B] Time spent finding new friends.
[C] Time spent helping a new friend.
[D] Time spent doing fun things together.
【答案】 D
【解析】 猜测短语题。根据上文中的“hours spent working together...form a deeper connection with someone”可知,花在一起工作上的时间比不上花在一起闲逛、开玩笑、玩游戏和做其他更有趣的活动来了解某人的时间。该研究解释说,这些活动有助于我们与他人形成更深层次的联系。由此可知,画线短语“that time”指的是与他人一起做有趣的事情的时间。故选D。
( )3.Which may help deepen a friendship according to the study
[A] Trying to understand your friend’s feelings.
[B] Enjoying quality time with your friend.
[C] Treating a new friend like a close one.
[D] Being frank with your friend.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段内容和最后一段最后一句可知,这项研究告诉我们,多花一点儿时间与朋友一起做些有意思的事情,度过美好时光,有助于增进友谊。故选B。
( )4.What is the main purpose of the text
[A] To solve a relationship problem.
[B] To introduce a teacher.
[C] To present the findings of a new study.
[D] To discuss the importance of friendship.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。通读全文可知,本文介绍了一项新的研究,该研究表明,交朋友和加深友谊都需要相应的时间投入以及认真的付出。故选C。
B
Initial conversations can have a huge impact on how relationships develop over time.People are often stuck in the impressions they think they might have made the minute they finish speaking with someone for the first time: “Did they like me or were they just being polite ” “Were they deep in thought or deeply bored ”
To find out whether these worries are necessary,we have conducted nearly 10 years of research.In our studies,participants in the UK talked with someone they had never met before.Afterwards,they were asked how much they liked their conversation partners and how much they believed that their conversation partners liked them.This allowed us to compare how much people believed they were liked to how much they were actually liked.
Time and time again,we found that people left their conversations with negative feelings about the impression they made.That is,people systematically underestimate how much their conversation partners like them and enjoy their company—a false belief we call the “liking gap”.
This bias (偏见) may seem like something that would occur only in initial interactions,but its effects extend far beyond first impressions.Surprisingly,the liking gap can constantly affect a variety of relationships,including interactions with coworkers,long after the initial conversations have taken place.Having a larger liking gap is associated with being less willing to ask workmates for help,less willing to provide workmates with open and honest feedback,and less willing to work on a project together.
There are numerous strategies to minimise your biased feelings.One place to start is shifting your focus of attention.Try to direct your attention to your conversation partners,be genuinely curious about them,ask them more questions,and really listen to their answers.The more you’re zeroed in on the other person and the less you’re focused on yourself,the better your conversations will be and the less your mind will turn to all the things you think you didn’t do well.
[语篇导读] 本文是说明文。文章探讨了初次交谈对人际关系发展的巨大影响,强调我们应该更加自信地与人交往。
( )5.What does Paragraph 2 mainly talk about
[A] The research motivation.
[B] The research progress.
[C] The research assumptions.
[D] The research conclusions.
【答案】 B
【解析】 段落大意题。根据第一段和第二段的内容可知,第一段讲人们在初次交谈后常常对自己留给对方的印象感到不安,而第二段中,为了找出这些担忧是否必要,作者他们进行了近10年的研究。因此第二段主要是在讲述研究的过程。故选B。
( )6.What is one effect of people’s liking gap
[A] Fewer chances of new projects.
[B] Underestimation of their ability.
[C] Poor interpersonal relations.
[D] Lack of interest in social engagement.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“Surprisingly,the liking gap can constantly...work on a project together.”可知,更大的“喜欢差距”与不太愿意向同事寻求帮助、不太愿意向同事提供开放诚实的反馈以及不太愿意一起合作一个项目都有关,这些行为都指向了较差的人际关系。故人们的“喜欢差距”产生的一个影响是较差的人际关系。故选C。
( )7.What can the underlined words “zeroed in on” in the last paragraph be replaced by
[A] Crazy about.
[B] Disappointed at.
[C] Surprised by.
[D] Targeted at.
【答案】 D
【解析】 猜测短语题。根据画线短语前文“Try to direct your attention to...and really listen to their answers.”以及画线短语后文“...and the less you’re focused on yourself...you think you didn’t do well.”可知,此处建议尝试把注意力转移到谈话对象的身上,而不是专注于自己,当你更以对方为主而不是以自己为主时,你的对话会更好,你的思维也不会总是转移到你认为你没有做好的事情上。故画线短语与D项“Targeted at(以……为目标;针对……)”意思相近。故选D。
( )8.Which might be the best title for the text
[A] Liking Gap May Influence Social Performances
[B] Initial Conversations Decide First Impressions
[C] People Probably Like You More Than You Think
[D] How Much People Like You Matters Less Than You Assume
【答案】 C
【解析】 标题归纳题。根据第一段中的“Initial conversations can have a huge impact...they finish speaking with someone for the first time...”并通读全文可知,文章讨论了人们常常低估自己在初次交谈中给对方留下的印象,即存在“喜欢差距”,并提出了减少这种偏见感受的策略,强调不要过分担心自己给别人的印象,因为别人可能比你想象的更喜欢你。所以C项最适合作文章标题。故选C。
Ⅱ.完形填空(每题1分,共15分)
In certain situations,we can never fully recognise the value of what has occurred until the moment is gone.Then we are left to reflect on every detail.One such moment for me was being invited to participate in the National Storytelling Festival as the youngest 1 .I had spoken on a variety of 2 ,but this particular festival was an event like no other.Thousands of people drifted in and out of tents as storytellers weaved (编织) words into memories both
3 and humorous.
I stood on a stage with a single microphone.All eyes were on me,a feeling that 4
anxiety easily.The challenge in that moment was to 5 authentic emotions—to be vulnerable (脆弱) and fearless.In a tent filled with expectant listeners,it was embarrassing to think about being so 6 ,but I understood that the only real 7 would be not showing my true passion.So,I gave the audience everything I had,and in turn they 8 with support and encouragement.
This sort of communication is responsible for the smallest and largest 9 between people in life.The festival is 10 on communities coming together to listen.Not to hear,but to 11 listen.I think of the lonely people of the world,the misunderstood,the uncelebrated.Listening to their stories opens up doors and relationship possibilities that are far more peaceful in nature than 12 or even ignoring.
The most powerful part of the 13 was not the fact that I spoke or that the most brilliant storytellers in the world were there,but that I 14 that people do in fact understand and 15 closer communication.I finally understand the educational world is in need of spaces like these where truth comes to be heard.Now I hold closely to the belief that storytelling connects individuals.
[语篇导读] 本文是夹叙夹议文。文章通过作者参加全国讲故事节的经历,说明了倾听的重要性,表明人们实际上确实理解并渴望更密切的交流和沟通。
( )1.[A] conductor [B] chairman
[C] composer [D] performer
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据后文“I stood on a stage with a single microphone.”可知,此处指作者作为最年轻的表演者(performer)被邀请参加全国讲故事节。故选D。
( )2.[A] occasions [B] opportunities
[C] accidents [D] positions
【答案】 A
【解析】 此处指作者在很多场合(occasions)都讲过故事,但这个特别的节日是独一无二的。故选A。
( )3.[A] familiar [B] striking
[C] sufficient [D] historical
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据前文“Thousands of people drifted in...words into memories”可知,表演者所讲的故事是幽默且引人注目的(striking)。故选B。
( )4.[A] figured out [B] got through
[C] brought about [D] carried on
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据前文“All eyes were on me”可知,听众的目光都盯着作者,这轻易地引起(brought about)了作者的焦虑。故选C。
( )5.[A] present [B] remove
[C] confirm [D] admit
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据后文“authentic emotions—to be vulnerable (脆弱) and fearless”可知,讲故事时,表演者需要表现(present)出真实的情感。故选A。
( )6.[A] upset [B] energetic
[C] open [D] passive
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据前文“The challenge in that...and fearless.”可知,表现真实情感是一个挑战,所以要如此坦率(open)是令人尴尬的。故选C。
( )7.[A] relief [B] satisfaction
[C] puzzle [D] disappointment
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据句意和后文“not showing my true passion”可知,作者认为,如果不能表现出自己真实的热情,才是真正令人失望的事(disappointment)。故选D。
( )8.[A] charged [B] responded
[C] complained [D] harvested
【答案】 B
【解析】 此处指作者给了听众自己所能表现的一切,而他们也以支持和鼓励回应(responded)作者。故选B。
( )9.[A] connections [B] transitions
[C] greetings [D] signals
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据前文“This sort of communication is responsible”及后文“Now I hold closely...connects individuals.”可知,这种类型的沟通负责人与人之间的联系(connections)。故选A。
( )10.[A] reflected [B] centred
[C] based [D] attached
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据前文“The festival”和后文“on communities coming together to listen”可知,全国讲故事节的中心是人们聚集在一起倾听。be centred on意为“以……为中心”,符合题意。故选B。
( )11.[A] definitely [B] absolutely
[C] independently [D] truly
【答案】 D
【解析】 作者在此强调,不是一般地听见,而是真正地(truly)倾听。故选D。
( )12.[A] inspiring [B] respecting
[C] arguing [D] escaping
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据语境和前文“Listening to their stories...far more peaceful in nature than”可知,倾听比争吵(arguing)甚至是忽视要平和得多。故选C。
( )13.[A] mission [B] experience
[C] atmosphere [D] faith
【答案】 B
【解析】 此处指这次经历(experience)中作者最震撼的部分是自己目睹了人们实际上确实理解并渴望更密切的交流和沟通。故选B。
( )14.[A] witnessed [B] assumed
[C] assisted [D] sought
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据后文“that people do in fact understand and...closer communication”可知,作者认为自己目睹(witnessed)了这件事:人们实际上确实理解并渴望更密切的交流和沟通。故选A。
( )15.[A] gather [B] claim
[C] approach [D] desire
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据前文“Listening to their stories opens up...or even ignoring.”和后文“closer communication”可知,更密切的交流和沟通是人们渴望(desire)的。故选D。
1.form a deeper connection with sb 与某人建立更深厚的联系
2.put time in 在……中投入时间
3.have a huge impact on sb/sth 对某人/某物有巨大影响
4.be stuck in 陷入……
5.be associated with sb/sth 与某人/某物有关联
6.shift one’s focus of attention 转移某人关注的焦点
7.reflect on 反思,考虑
8.be responsible for... 对……负责
1.let off steam 发泄怒火,宣泄情绪
2.help (sb) out 帮(某人)一把
3.fit in with others 与他人相处融洽
4.let (sb) down 使(某人)失望,辜负(某人)
5.be disappointed by... 对……感到失望
6.think first,speak later 三思而后言
7.communicate with sb/have a chat with sb 与某人交流/聊天
8.resolve conflicts 化解矛盾,解决冲突
1. (3分)这个简单的爱好对我产生了巨大的影响,帮助我摆脱了健康上的困扰。(现在分词短语作结果状语)
The simple hobby has a huge impact on me,helping me out of trouble in health.
2. (3分)减少焦虑的策略有很多,其中之一就是转移你关注的焦点。(which引导非限制性定语从句)
There are numerous strategies to reduce anxiety,one of which is to shift your focus of attention.
3. (3分)众所周知,交流是一个双向的过程,不仅包括说,也包括倾听,需要我们在其中投入时间。(It is known to all that...)
It is known to all that communication is a two-way process,involving not only speaking but also listening,which we should put time in.
4. (3分)人们往往停留在他们基于有限的互动或初次相遇而对他人形成的印象中。(过去分词短语作状语)
People are often stuck in the impressions of others that they formed based on limited interactions or initial encounters.
(15分)假设你是李华,13岁时你经常生病,总是因去看医生而缺课,偶然见到同学打篮球,你跃跃欲试,并逐渐产生了兴趣。此后,打篮球不仅使你身强体壮,还使你在比赛期间结识了许多新朋友。请你写信与你的朋友Peter分享你的经历。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。
Dear Peter,
Yours,
Li Hua
One possible version:
Dear Peter,
How are you doing I’m writing to share with you a remarkable transformation in my life that started with basketball.
As you can see,I am strong and tall.However,when I was 13,I was in poor health so that I often went to see the doctor,which left me missing many classes.One day,seeing my classmates playing basketball in the playground,I wanted to have a try.Gradually,I became interested in it.We often played basketball after class.With time going by,I was getting healthier and stronger.Also,I made many friends during the basketball matches.In a word,the simple hobby has a huge impact on me,helping me out of trouble in health.
I hope you’re also pursuing hobbies and activities that bring you joy and growth.Let’s get together soon and share more stories like this!
Yours,
Li Hua
点津:为非限制性定语从句;
为现在分词短语作时间状语;
为with复合结构;
为现在分词短语作结果状语。
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Unit 1 Knowing me,knowing you
必修 第三册
以读促写
(限时40分钟 总分62分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
Jeffrey,a teacher of communications,has used his research to define the exact amount of time necessary to make friends with someone.Moreover,he’s found how long it will take to deepen a relationship.
STEP1
语篇训练
His new study found that it takes around 50 hours of time together to go from being someone’s acquaintance (泛泛之交) to casual friend.It takes about 90 hours to go from being casual friends to friends,and more than 200 hours before considering someone a close friend or best friend.
But it isn’t spending just any kind of time together that deepens a friendship—hours spent working together,for example,don’t count as much as hours spent getting to know someone by hanging out,joking around,
playing games,and doing more playful activities.The study explained that these kinds of activities help us to form a deeper connection with someone.
“We have to put that time in,” Jeffrey said.“You can’t make a friend without any effort.”
The results of the study came from analysis of 355 responses to an online survey from adults who said they had moved in the last six months and were looking for new friends near their new homes.Survey participants were asked about new relationships as well as hours spent together and activities they did.They were then asked to rate their resulting relationships according to one of the four stages:acquaintance,casual friend,friend and close friend.
The main conclusion that Jeffrey came to is that making close friends takes serious effort.So if you want to have some best friends,you have to know that spending time with someone is the most important thing.
[语篇导读] 本文是说明文。文章介绍了一项新的研究,该研究表明,交朋友和加深友谊都需要相应的时间投入以及认真的付出。
( )1.How long does it take to turn an acquaintance into a friend
[A] About 50 hours.
[B] About 90 hours.
[C] About 140 hours.
[D] About 200 hours.
C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段最后两句可知,把一个泛泛之交变成朋友需要大约140个小时的相处时间。故选C。
( )2.What does the underlined phrase “that time” in Paragraph 2 refer to
[A] Time spent working together.
[B] Time spent finding new friends.
[C] Time spent helping a new friend.
[D] Time spent doing fun things together.
D
【解析】 猜测短语题。根据上文中的“hours spent working together...
form a deeper connection with someone”可知,花在一起工作上的时间比不上花在一起闲逛、开玩笑、玩游戏和做其他更有趣的活动来了解某人的时间。该研究解释说,这些活动有助于我们与他人形成更深层次的联系。由此可知,画线短语“that time”指的是与他人一起做有趣的事情的时间。故选D。
( )3.Which may help deepen a friendship according to the study
[A] Trying to understand your friend’s feelings.
[B] Enjoying quality time with your friend.
[C] Treating a new friend like a close one.
[D] Being frank with your friend.
B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段内容和最后一段最后一句可知,这项研究告诉我们,多花一点儿时间与朋友一起做些有意思的事情,度过美好时光,有助于增进友谊。故选B。
( )4.What is the main purpose of the text
[A] To solve a relationship problem.
[B] To introduce a teacher.
[C] To present the findings of a new study.
[D] To discuss the importance of friendship.
C
【解析】 推理判断题。通读全文可知,本文介绍了一项新的研究,该研究表明,交朋友和加深友谊都需要相应的时间投入以及认真的付出。故选C。
B
Initial conversations can have a huge impact on how relationships develop over time.People are often stuck in the impressions they think they might have made the minute they finish speaking with someone for the first time: “Did they like me or were they just being polite ” “Were they deep in thought or deeply bored ”
To find out whether these worries are necessary,we have conducted nearly 10 years of research.In our studies,participants in the UK talked with someone they had never met before.Afterwards,they were asked how much they liked their conversation partners and how much they believed that their conversation partners liked them.This allowed us to compare how much people believed they were liked to how much they were actually liked.
Time and time again,we found that people left their conversations with negative feelings about the impression they made.That is,people systematically underestimate how much their conversation partners like them and enjoy their company—a false belief we call the “liking gap”.
This bias (偏见) may seem like something that would occur only in initial interactions,but its effects extend far beyond first impressions.
Surprisingly,the liking gap can constantly affect a variety of relationships,
including interactions with coworkers,long after the initial conversations have taken place.Having a larger liking gap is associated with being less willing to ask workmates for help,less willing to provide workmates with open and honest feedback,and less willing to work on a project together.
There are numerous strategies to minimise your biased feelings.One place to start is shifting your focus of attention.Try to direct your attention to your conversation partners,be genuinely curious about them,ask them more questions,and really listen to their answers.The more you’re zeroed in on the other person and the less you’re focused on yourself,the better your conversations will be and the less your mind will turn to all the things you think you didn’t do well.
[语篇导读] 本文是说明文。文章探讨了初次交谈对人际关系发展的巨大影响,强调我们应该更加自信地与人交往。
( )5.What does Paragraph 2 mainly talk about
[A] The research motivation.
[B] The research progress.
[C] The research assumptions.
[D] The research conclusions.
B
【解析】 段落大意题。根据第一段和第二段的内容可知,第一段讲人们在初次交谈后常常对自己留给对方的印象感到不安,而第二段中,为了找出这些担忧是否必要,作者他们进行了近10年的研究。因此第二段主要是在讲述研究的过程。故选B。
( )6.What is one effect of people’s liking gap
[A] Fewer chances of new projects.
[B] Underestimation of their ability.
[C] Poor interpersonal relations.
[D] Lack of interest in social engagement.
C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“Surprisingly,the liking gap can constantly...work on a project together.”可知,更大的“喜欢差距”与不太愿意向同事寻求帮助、不太愿意向同事提供开放诚实的反馈以及不太愿意一起合作一个项目都有关,这些行为都指向了较差的人际关系。故人们的“喜欢差距”产生的一个影响是较差的人际关系。故选C。
( )7.What can the underlined words “zeroed in on” in the last paragraph be replaced by
[A] Crazy about.
[B] Disappointed at.
[C] Surprised by.
[D] Targeted at.
D
【解析】 猜测短语题。根据画线短语前文“Try to direct your attention to...and really listen to their answers.”以及画线短语后文“...and the less you’re focused on yourself...you think you didn’t do well.”可知,此处建议尝试把注意力转移到谈话对象的身上,而不是专注于自己,当你更以对方为主而不是以自己为主时,你的对话会更好,你的思维也不会总是转移到你认为你没有做好的事情上。故画线短语与D项“Targeted at(以……为目标;针对……)”意思相近。故选D。
( )8.Which might be the best title for the text
[A] Liking Gap May Influence Social Performances
[B] Initial Conversations Decide First Impressions
[C] People Probably Like You More Than You Think
[D] How Much People Like You Matters Less Than You Assume
C
【解析】 标题归纳题。根据第一段中的“Initial conversations can have a huge impact...they finish speaking with someone for the first time...”并通读全文可知,文章讨论了人们常常低估自己在初次交谈中给对方留下的印象,即存在“喜欢差距”,并提出了减少这种偏见感受的策略,强调不要过分担心自己给别人的印象,因为别人可能比你想象的更喜欢你。所以C项最适合作文章标题。故选C。
Ⅱ.完形填空(每题1分,共15分)
In certain situations,we can never fully recognise the value of what has occurred until the moment is gone.Then we are left to reflect on every detail.
One such moment for me was being invited to participate in the National Storytelling Festival as the youngest 1 .I had spoken on a variety of
2 ,but this particular festival was an event like no other.Thousands of people drifted in and out of tents as storytellers weaved (编织) words into memories both 3 and humorous.
I stood on a stage with a single microphone.All eyes were on me,a feeling that 4 anxiety easily.The challenge in that moment was to
5 authentic emotions—to be vulnerable (脆弱) and fearless.In a tent filled with expectant listeners,it was embarrassing to think about being so
6 ,but I understood that the only real 7 would be not showing my true passion.So,I gave the audience everything I had,and in turn they
8 with support and encouragement.
This sort of communication is responsible for the smallest and largest
9 between people in life.The festival is 10 on communities coming together to listen.Not to hear,but to 11 listen.I think of the lonely people of the world,the misunderstood,the uncelebrated.Listening to their stories opens up doors and relationship possibilities that are far more peaceful in nature than 12 or even ignoring.
The most powerful part of the 13 was not the fact that I spoke or that the most brilliant storytellers in the world were there,but that I
14 that people do in fact understand and 15 closer communication.I finally understand the educational world is in need of spaces like these where truth comes to be heard.Now I hold closely to the belief that storytelling connects individuals.
[语篇导读] 本文是夹叙夹议文。文章通过作者参加全国讲故事节的经历,说明了倾听的重要性,表明人们实际上确实理解并渴望更密切的交流和沟通。
( )1.[A] conductor [B] chairman
[C] composer [D] performer
D
【解析】 根据后文“I stood on a stage with a single microphone.”可知,此处指作者作为最年轻的表演者(performer)被邀请参加全国讲故事节。故选D。
( )2.[A] occasions [B] opportunities
[C] accidents [D] positions
A
【解析】 此处指作者在很多场合(occasions)都讲过故事,但这个特别的节日是独一无二的。故选A。
( )3.[A] familiar [B] striking
[C] sufficient [D] historical
B
【解析】 根据前文“Thousands of people drifted in...words into memories”可知,表演者所讲的故事是幽默且引人注目的(striking)。故选B。
( )4.[A] figured out [B] got through
[C] brought about [D] carried on
C
【解析】 根据前文“All eyes were on me”可知,听众的目光都盯着作者,这轻易地引起(brought about)了作者的焦虑。故选C。
( )5.[A] present [B] remove
[C] confirm [D] admit
A
【解析】 根据后文“authentic emotions—to be vulnerable (脆弱) and fearless”可知,讲故事时,表演者需要表现(present)出真实的情感。故选A。
( )6.[A] upset [B] energetic
[C] open [D] passive
C
【解析】 根据前文“The challenge in that...and fearless.”可知,表现真实情感是一个挑战,所以要如此坦率(open)是令人尴尬的。故选C。
( )7.[A] relief [B] satisfaction
[C] puzzle [D] disappointment
D
【解析】 根据句意和后文“not showing my true passion”可知,作者认为,如果不能表现出自己真实的热情,才是真正令人失望的事(disappointment)。故选D。
( )8.[A] charged [B] responded
[C] complained [D] harvested
B
【解析】 此处指作者给了听众自己所能表现的一切,而他们也以支持和鼓励回应(responded)作者。故选B。
( )9.[A] connections [B] transitions
[C] greetings [D] signals
A
【解析】 根据前文“This sort of communication is responsible”及后文“Now I hold closely...connects individuals.”可知,这种类型的沟通负责人与人之间的联系(connections)。故选A。
( )10.[A] reflected [B] centred
[C] based [D] attached
B
【解析】 根据前文“The festival”和后文“on communities coming together to listen”可知,全国讲故事节的中心是人们聚集在一起倾听。be centred on意为“以……为中心”,符合题意。故选B。
( )11.[A] definitely [B] absolutely
[C] independently [D] truly
D
【解析】 作者在此强调,不是一般地听见,而是真正地(truly)倾听。故选D。
( )12.[A] inspiring [B] respecting
[C] arguing [D] escaping
C
【解析】 根据语境和前文“Listening to their stories...far more peaceful in nature than”可知,倾听比争吵(arguing)甚至是忽视要平和得多。故选C。
( )13.[A] mission [B] experience
[C] atmosphere [D] faith
B
【解析】 此处指这次经历(experience)中作者最震撼的部分是自己目睹了人们实际上确实理解并渴望更密切的交流和沟通。故选B。
( )14.[A] witnessed [B] assumed
[C] assisted [D] sought
A
【解析】 根据后文“that people do in fact understand and...closer communication”可知,作者认为自己目睹(witnessed)了这件事:人们实际上确实理解并渴望更密切的交流和沟通。故选A。
( )15.[A] gather [B] claim
[C] approach [D] desire
D
【解析】 根据前文“Listening to their stories opens up...or even ignoring.”和后文“closer communication”可知,更密切的交流和沟通是人们渴望(desire)的。故选D。
STEP2
语篇选词
1.form a deeper connection with sb 与某人建立更深厚的联系
2.put time in 在……中投入时间
3.have a huge impact on sb/sth 对某人/某物有巨大影响
4.be stuck in 陷入……
5.be associated with sb/sth 与某人/某物有关联
6.shift one’s focus of attention 转移某人关注的焦点
7.reflect on 反思,考虑
8.be responsible for... 对……负责
STEP3
教材超链接
1.let off steam 发泄怒火,宣泄情绪
2.help (sb) out 帮(某人)一把
3.fit in with others 与他人相处融洽
4.let (sb) down 使(某人)失望,辜负(某人)
5.be disappointed by... 对……感到失望
6.think first,speak later 三思而后言
7.communicate with sb/have a chat with sb 与某人交流/聊天
8.resolve conflicts 化解矛盾,解决冲突
1. (3分)这个简单的爱好对我产生了巨大的影响,帮助我摆脱了健康上的困扰。(现在分词短语作结果状语)
STEP4
扩词成句
The simple hobby has a huge impact on me,helping me out of trouble in health.
2. (3分)减少焦虑的策略有很多,其中之一就是转移你关注的焦点。(which引导非限制性定语从句)
There are numerous strategies to reduce anxiety,one of which is to shift your focus of attention.
3. (3分)众所周知,交流是一个双向的过程,不仅包括说,也包括倾听,需要我们在其中投入时间。(It is known to all that...)
It is known to all that communication is a two-way process,involving not only speaking but also listening,which we should put time in.
4. (3分)人们往往停留在他们基于有限的互动或初次相遇而对他人形成的印象中。(过去分词短语作状语)
People are often stuck in the impressions of others that they formed based on limited interactions or initial encounters.
(15分)假设你是李华,13岁时你经常生病,总是因去看医生而缺课,偶然见到同学打篮球,你跃跃欲试,并逐渐产生了兴趣。此后,打篮球不仅使你身强体壮,还使你在比赛期间结识了许多新朋友。请你写信与你的朋友Peter分享你的经历。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。
STEP5
应用文写作
Dear Peter,
Yours,
Li Hua
I hope you’re also pursuing hobbies and activities that bring you joy and growth.Let’s get together soon and share more stories like this!
Yours,
Li Hua
