Unit 2 Improving yourself
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
My legs were shaking,my heart pounding.As we neared the edge of the cliff (悬崖),I double-checked all my equipment to make sure it was secure.I felt anxious,and I was not eager for my turn as I waited in line with the members of my group.Fear rose from the pit of my stomach as I realised there was no one else to let in front of me.Slowly,I lowered myself to the edge of the nearly 200-foot cliff.My skin shook like a dozen earthquakes when I reached the person who hooked me to the belaying ropes,which kept me from falling.He hooked me up,and I slowly lowered myself over the edge of the cliff,breathed deeply,and went into a sitting position with both feet in front of me.I closed my eyes,took a deep breath,and began to go down.
Panic took over as I reached a point where my feet could no longer touch the rocky wall.The wall was right there,fooling me.My feet made contact with the wall,causing me to turn around.As I slowly began to spin around an interesting thing happened;my panic disappeared suddenly.The beautiful view of the surrounding area overcame me.All the different-sized trees were evergreens,which seemed to blanket the hillside.The forest was filled with life as different types of animals raced across my field of vision.As I looked upwards the sky seemed to open up into a blue vastness.A sense of excitement overtook me.I’d been waiting for this moment,night and day,for one long month,and finally my dream became reality.I began to feel calmer and more relaxed.
As I finally neared the bottom of the cliff,there seemed to be less animal activity.When I looked up,the cliff did not seem so frightening.My feet were shaky when they finally touched the soft and muddy ground.My heart swelled with pride.Travelling on the muddy road,I began the long climb upwards.
( )1.How did the author feel when he was about to go down the cliff
[A] Excited. [B] Eager.
[C] Frightened. [D] Anxious.
( )2.Why did the person hook the author to the belaying ropes
[A] To let him go down faster.
[B] To place him over the edge.
[C] To ensure his safety.
[D] To tie him to the tree.
( )3.When did the author begin to spin around
[A] When his feet couldn’t touch the rocky wall.
[B] As soon as his feet touched the rocky wall again.
[C] When he lowered himself down the cliff.
[D] After his feet touched the ground.
( )4.What was the author going to do after going down the cliff
[A] Climb up the cliff once more.
[B] Go slowly down the mountain.
[C] Camp on the soft ground.
[D] Climb up the mountain.
B
(2025·八省联考)
Jim Johnson,a mail carrier,was an institution in the leafy Westmoreland,Westhaven and Westover Hills neighborhoods,just north of downtown Wilmington,where he delivered much more than the mail.He knew all the kids and their pets by name;he carried in the groceries;he took note of unlocked doors,offered gardening advice,and taught more than a few young boys the art of the curveball.When he wasn’t doing all that,Jim was running across a checkerboard of green lawns(草坪) to ensure the local postal service did not fall short of its daily promise.
Though the postal service is often disparaged now,the trust in local postal service lives on.In many communities,that trust is won every day when life-saving medicine,greeting cards,social security checks,college acceptance letters—even the bills—appear in mailboxes in front of the houses.
After more than three decades,Jim approached his final days on the job much like any other.He drove a boxy postal truck to North DuPont Road for the first unofficial stop of the day.Butch,a dog who belonged to one of the neighbors,was waiting just like every day before.And just like every day before,he got into the jump seat and they were off.On the route,Jim and Butch had become inseparable.Now,the dog and the mailman would ride off to retirement together.At every stop,Jim accepted the parting good wishes of families that had become his own.There were tears and laughter,and hugs filled with warm memories.
It’s been 33 years since Jim left the route,but we are still reminded of the deep bond established between community and letter carrier.That’s what the postal service means to us.
( )5.What do we know about Jim Johnson from the first paragraph
[A] He’s open-minded.
[B] He’s sharp-eyed.
[C] He’s warm-hearted.
[D] He’s strong-willed.
( )6.What does the underlined word “disparaged” in Paragraph 2 mean
[A] Refused. [B] Criticized.
[C] Investigated. [D] Suspended.
( )7.What did Jim do besides daily delivery on his final days of work
[A] He drove Butch to its owner.
[B] He sent presents to his friends.
[C] He prepared a retirement party.
[D] He said goodbye to the neighbors.
( )8.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
[A] To remember a respected mail carrier.
[B] To record an unforgettable experience.
[C] To raise funds for the postal service.
[D] To call for harmony in the community.
Ⅱ.七选五(每题2.5分,共12.5分)
Time is a valuable resource,especially for those who need to deal with academic demands,personal growth,and social activities at the same time.Effective time management not only leads to increased productivity,but reduces stress.1. Here are some strategies to help young adults master the art of time management.
Setting clear and achievable short-term and long-term goals is essential for youth.2. They’ll also distribute time accordingly.Whether it’s studying for exams or pursuing personal interests,having well-defined goals provides a sense of direction.Meanwhile,importance levels of tasks can vary.By focusing on key tasks and minimising the time spent on unimportant ones,young adults can perfect their time management.
3. It makes efficient use of their time.Whether using a planner or a calendar app scheduling specific blocks of time for different activities,including study,exercise,
socialising,can lead to better time use.
Furthermore,learning to say no is a valuable skill for the youth.With numerous opportunities and interests,it’s easy to become overwhelmed.By being selective about commitments,young adults can arrange their time and energy wisely.Saying no to non-essential activities frees up time for important tasks.
4.
In the pursuit of personal success,young adults often find themselves caught up in a series of responsibilities and commitments.However,it’s essential for them to recognise that life shouldn’t be like this.Self-care plays a vital role in time management.5. By ensuring they maintain a healthy work-life balance,young adults can recharge their energy levels,
improve focus,and increase productivity.That way,they perfect time usage and pave the way for success.
A.That actually prevents over-commitment.
B.One should constantly review how time is spent.
C.It creates opportunities for personal development as well.
D.Developing a daily schedule helps young adults stay organised.
E.Putting things off constantly is a common time management project.
F.By knowing what they want to accomplish,they can prioritise their tasks.
G.Youth should value adequate rest and activities that promote their well-being.
Ⅲ.语法填空(每题1.5分,共15分)
How to Become More Creative
Creativity is a skill that can be learnt.So,how can you become more creative
First of all,1. has been well accepted that looking for connections inspires creativity.Things or ideas that seem unrelated are like dots in isolation,and when 2. (connect),they can form different pictures.This can become much 3. (easy) by acquiring good subject knowledge,developing a broad understanding of human experience,and keeping a note of things you have observed as well as ideas you 4. (come) up with.The more dots you have,the more connections you are capable of making.Another means to improve creativity 5. (be) to work with others.You don’t have to be creative all on your own.As different people have different mindsets,skills and abilities,sharing ideas and combining their 6. (strength) would give rise to new perspectives,ideas and approaches,and ultimately lead to creative innovations.Last but not least,you must be ready to fight the fear of failure,7. is often believed to be one of the biggest obstacles to creativity.
In order to be creative,you need to be willing to take risks.Creativity is about experimenting and 8. (explore).It is about trial and error.You need to accept that the process of innovation is 9. journey in which there will be both right and wrong turns.As long as you can reflect on the mistakes and make corrections accordingly,
taking wrong turns is nothing 10. (fear).
Unit 2 Improving yourself
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
My legs were shaking,my heart pounding.As we neared the edge of the cliff (悬崖),I double-checked all my equipment to make sure it was secure.I felt anxious,and I was not eager for my turn as I waited in line with the members of my group.Fear rose from the pit of my stomach as I realised there was no one else to let in front of me.Slowly,I lowered myself to the edge of the nearly 200-foot cliff.My skin shook like a dozen earthquakes when I reached the person who hooked me to the belaying ropes,which kept me from falling.He hooked me up,and I slowly lowered myself over the edge of the cliff,breathed deeply,and went into a sitting position with both feet in front of me.I closed my eyes,took a deep breath,and began to go down.
Panic took over as I reached a point where my feet could no longer touch the rocky wall.The wall was right there,fooling me.My feet made contact with the wall,causing me to turn around.As I slowly began to spin around an interesting thing happened;my panic disappeared suddenly.The beautiful view of the surrounding area overcame me.All the different-sized trees were evergreens,which seemed to blanket the hillside.The forest was filled with life as different types of animals raced across my field of vision.As I looked upwards the sky seemed to open up into a blue vastness.A sense of excitement overtook me.I’d been waiting for this moment,night and day,for one long month,and finally my dream became reality.I began to feel calmer and more relaxed.
As I finally neared the bottom of the cliff,there seemed to be less animal activity.When I looked up,the cliff did not seem so frightening.My feet were shaky when they finally touched the soft and muddy ground.My heart swelled with pride.Travelling on the muddy road,I began the long climb upwards.
[语篇导读] 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者下悬崖的经过以及在此过程中的感受。
( )1.How did the author feel when he was about to go down the cliff
[A] Excited. [B] Eager.
[C] Frightened. [D] Anxious.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Fear rose from the pit of my stomach...in front of me.”可知,轮到作者开始下悬崖的时候,他感到害怕。故选C。
( )2.Why did the person hook the author to the belaying ropes
[A] To let him go down faster.
[B] To place him over the edge.
[C] To ensure his safety.
[D] To tie him to the tree.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第一段中的“My skin shook...which kept me from falling.”可知,他这样做是为了防止作者掉下去,也就是保证作者的安全。故选C。
( )3.When did the author begin to spin around
[A] When his feet couldn’t touch the rocky wall.
[B] As soon as his feet touched the rocky wall again.
[C] When he lowered himself down the cliff.
[D] After his feet touched the ground.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段的第三句可知,作者的脚接触到了崖壁,这使他转过了身。故选B。
( )4.What was the author going to do after going down the cliff
[A] Climb up the cliff once more.
[B] Go slowly down the mountain.
[C] Camp on the soft ground.
[D] Climb up the mountain.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据最后一段的最后一句可知,作者继续往山上爬。故选D。
B
(2025·八省联考)
Jim Johnson,a mail carrier,was an institution in the leafy Westmoreland,Westhaven and Westover Hills neighborhoods,just north of downtown Wilmington,where he delivered much more than the mail.He knew all the kids and their pets by name;he carried in the groceries;he took note of unlocked doors,offered gardening advice,and taught more than a few young boys the art of the curveball.When he wasn’t doing all that,Jim was running across a checkerboard of green lawns(草坪) to ensure the local postal service did not fall short of its daily promise.
Though the postal service is often disparaged now,the trust in local postal service lives on.In many communities,that trust is won every day when life-saving medicine,greeting cards,social security checks,college acceptance letters—even the bills—appear in mailboxes in front of the houses.
After more than three decades,Jim approached his final days on the job much like any other.He drove a boxy postal truck to North DuPont Road for the first unofficial stop of the day.Butch,a dog who belonged to one of the neighbors,was waiting just like every day before.And just like every day before,he got into the jump seat and they were off.On the route,Jim and Butch had become inseparable.Now,the dog and the mailman would ride off to retirement together.At every stop,Jim accepted the parting good wishes of families that had become his own.There were tears and laughter,and hugs filled with warm memories.
It’s been 33 years since Jim left the route,but we are still reminded of the deep bond established between community and letter carrier.That’s what the postal service means to us.
[语篇导读] 本文是记叙文。文章讲述了一位深受社区居民爱戴的邮递员Jim Johnson的工作经历和他退休时的感人故事,彰显了邮递员与社区之间的深厚情谊。
( )5.What do we know about Jim Johnson from the first paragraph
[A] He’s open-minded.
[B] He’s sharp-eyed.
[C] He’s warm-hearted.
[D] He’s strong-willed.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第一段内容可知,Jim Johnson不仅送邮件,还知道所有孩子和他们宠物的名字,帮忙搬杂货、留意没锁的门、提供园艺方面的建议,还教小男孩们投曲线球的技巧等,这些都体现出他热心肠、乐于助人的特点。故选C。
( )6.What does the underlined word “disparaged” in Paragraph 2 mean
[A] Refused. [B] Criticized.
[C] Investigated. [D] Suspended.
【答案】 B
【解析】 猜测词义题。根据画线词所在句“Though the postal service is often disparaged now,the trust in local postal service lives on.”可知,逗号前后是转折关系,后半句说对当地邮政服务的信任依然存在,那么前半句应该是说邮政服务经常被看不起或被批评。由此可知,画线词disparaged与“Criticized(批评)”意思相近。故选B。
( )7.What did Jim do besides daily delivery on his final days of work
[A] He drove Butch to its owner.
[B] He sent presents to his friends.
[C] He prepared a retirement party.
[D] He said goodbye to the neighbors.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。第三段最后两句提到每到一站,Jim都会接受那些已经成为自己家人的人们的告别祝福。有泪水,有欢笑,有充满温暖回忆的拥抱。由此可知Jim在工作的最后几天除了每天送货外,还向邻居们告别。故选D。
( )8.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
[A] To remember a respected mail carrier.
[B] To record an unforgettable experience.
[C] To raise funds for the postal service.
[D] To call for harmony in the community.
【答案】 A
【解析】 推理判断题。文章主要讲述了Jim Johnson这位邮递员在工作中热心帮助邻里,与大家建立了深厚感情,在他退休33年后,作者依然记得他,表达了对他的怀念。由此推知,作者写这篇文章的目的是纪念一位受人尊敬的邮递员。故选A。
Ⅱ.七选五(每题2.5分,共12.5分)
Time is a valuable resource,especially for those who need to deal with academic demands,personal growth,and social activities at the same time.Effective time management not only leads to increased productivity,but reduces stress.1. Here are some strategies to help young adults master the art of time management.
Setting clear and achievable short-term and long-term goals is essential for youth.2. They’ll also distribute time accordingly.Whether it’s studying for exams or pursuing personal interests,having well-defined goals provides a sense of direction.Meanwhile,importance levels of tasks can vary.By focusing on key tasks and minimising the time spent on unimportant ones,young adults can perfect their time management.
3. It makes efficient use of their time.Whether using a planner or a calendar app scheduling specific blocks of time for different activities,including study,exercise,
socialising,can lead to better time use.
Furthermore,learning to say no is a valuable skill for the youth.With numerous opportunities and interests,it’s easy to become overwhelmed.By being selective about commitments,young adults can arrange their time and energy wisely.Saying no to non-essential activities frees up time for important tasks.
4.
In the pursuit of personal success,young adults often find themselves caught up in a series of responsibilities and commitments.However,it’s essential for them to recognise that life shouldn’t be like this.Self-care plays a vital role in time management.5. By ensuring they maintain a healthy work-life balance,young adults can recharge their energy levels,
improve focus,and increase productivity.That way,they perfect time usage and pave the way for success.
A.That actually prevents over-commitment.
B.One should constantly review how time is spent.
C.It creates opportunities for personal development as well.
D.Developing a daily schedule helps young adults stay organised.
E.Putting things off constantly is a common time management project.
F.By knowing what they want to accomplish,they can prioritise their tasks.
G.Youth should value adequate rest and activities that promote their well-being.
[语篇导读] 本文是说明文。文章介绍了一些可以帮助年轻人提高效率,减轻压力的时间管理策略。
1.【答案】 C
【解析】 上文“Effective time management not only...but reduces stress.”通过介绍时间管理的好处,引出下文介绍时间管理的策略,因此设空处应承接上文,进一步阐述时间管理的好处,C项符合语境。故选C。
2.【答案】 F
【解析】 根据上文“Setting clear and...is essential for youth.”可知,设定清晰且可实现的短期和长期目标是重要的,且本段末“By focusing on key tasks and...perfect their time management.”表明要专注于重要的任务,因此设空处应对上文“设定目标”作进一步阐述,F项承上启下,符合语境。故选F。
3.【答案】 D
【解析】 根据下文“It makes efficient use of their time...can lead to better time use.”可知,本段表明制定每日计划可以帮助年轻人有条理地做事,D项引出下文,符合语境。故选D。
4.【答案】 A
【解析】 根据上文“By being selective about commitments...for important tasks.”可知,拒绝不必要的事情可以腾出时间去做重要的事情,要避免在不重要的事情上过度投入,A项承接上文,符合语境。故选A。
5.【答案】 G
【解析】 根据上文“Self-care plays a vital role in time management.”及下文“By ensuring...and increase productivity.”可知,本段表明自我照顾是时间管理中的重要一环,设空处应承上启下,强调年轻人应保证充足的休息,提升健康水平,维持工作与生活的平衡,G项符合语境。故选G。
Ⅲ.语法填空(每题1.5分,共15分)
How to Become More Creative
Creativity is a skill that can be learnt.So,how can you become more creative
First of all,1. has been well accepted that looking for connections inspires creativity.Things or ideas that seem unrelated are like dots in isolation,and when 2. (connect),they can form different pictures.This can become much 3. (easy) by acquiring good subject knowledge,developing a broad understanding of human experience,and keeping a note of things you have observed as well as ideas you 4. (come) up with.The more dots you have,the more connections you are capable of making.Another means to improve creativity 5. (be) to work with others.You don’t have to be creative all on your own.As different people have different mindsets,skills and abilities,sharing ideas and combining their 6. (strength) would give rise to new perspectives,ideas and approaches,and ultimately lead to creative innovations.Last but not least,you must be ready to fight the fear of failure,7. is often believed to be one of the biggest obstacles to creativity.
In order to be creative,you need to be willing to take risks.Creativity is about experimenting and 8. (explore).It is about trial and error.You need to accept that the process of innovation is 9. journey in which there will be both right and wrong turns.As long as you can reflect on the mistakes and make corrections accordingly,
taking wrong turns is nothing 10. (fear).
[语篇导读] 本文是说明文。文章主要说明了如何激发创造力,完善自我,丰富自我。
1.【答案】 it
【解析】 考查固定句型。分析句子结构可知,此处表示“人们普遍认为……”,句型为it be well accepted that...,it作形式主语。故填it。
2.【答案】 connected
【解析】 考查状语从句的省略。分析句子结构可知,此处是when引导的时间状语从句的省略句,从句主语是they,即Things or ideas,与从句谓语动词connect之间是被动关系,从句主语与主句主语一致且从句含有be动词时,常省略从句的主语和be动词。故填connected。
3.【答案】 easier
【解析】 考查形容词的比较级。根据much以及句意可知,此处应用形容词的比较级形式作表语。故填easier。
4.【答案】 have come
【解析】 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。根据上文“you have observed as well as”可知,此处应用现在完成时,从句主语为you,助动词用have。故填have come。
5.【答案】 is
【解析】 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。分析句子结构可知,陈述客观事实应用一般现在时,主语为Another means to improve creativity,谓语动词应用单数。故填is。
6.【答案】 strengths
【解析】 考查名词复数。分析句子结构可知,strength表示“优势”时,为可数名词,再根据空前的their可知,应用复数形式。故填strengths。
7.【答案】 which
【解析】 考查定语从句。分析句子结构可知,设空处引导非限制性定语从句,修饰先行词the fear of failure,指物,从句中缺少主语,应用关系代词which引导。故填which。
8.【答案】 exploring
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知,设空处作介词about的宾语,且与前面的experimenting并列,应用动名词形式。故填exploring。
9.【答案】 a
【解析】 考查冠词。分析句子结构可知,journey为泛指且以辅音音素开头,应用不定冠词a。故填a。
10.【答案】 to fear
【解析】 考查动词不定式。分析句子结构可知,设空处修饰复合不定代词nothing,应用动词不定式作后置定语。故填to fear。
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Unit 2 Improving yourself
题组训练
(限时35分钟 总分47.5分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
My legs were shaking,my heart pounding.As we neared the edge of the cliff (悬崖),I double-checked all my equipment to make sure it was secure.I felt anxious,and I was not eager for my turn as I waited in line with the members of my group.
Fear rose from the pit of my stomach as I realised there was no one else to let in front of me.Slowly,I lowered myself to the edge of the nearly 200-foot cliff.My skin shook like a dozen earthquakes when I reached the person who hooked me to the belaying ropes,which kept me from falling.He hooked me up,and I slowly lowered myself over the edge of the cliff,breathed deeply,and went into a sitting position with both feet in front of me.I closed my eyes,took a deep breath,and began to go down.
Panic took over as I reached a point where my feet could no longer touch the rocky wall.The wall was right there,fooling me.My feet made contact with the wall,causing me to turn around.As I slowly began to spin around an interesting thing happened;my panic disappeared suddenly.The beautiful view of the surrounding area overcame me.All the different-sized trees were evergreens,which seemed to blanket the hillside.The forest was filled with life as different types of animals raced across my field of vision.As I looked upwards the sky seemed to open up into a blue vastness.A sense of excitement overtook me.I’d been waiting for this moment,night and day,for one long month,and finally my dream became reality.I began to feel calmer and more relaxed.
As I finally neared the bottom of the cliff,there seemed to be less animal activity.When I looked up,the cliff did not seem so frightening.My feet were shaky when they finally touched the soft and muddy ground.My heart swelled with pride.Travelling on the muddy road,I began the long climb upwards.
[语篇导读]本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者下悬崖的经过以及在此过程中的感受。
( )1.How did the author feel when he was about to go down the cliff
[A] Excited.
[B] Eager.
[C] Frightened.
[D] Anxious.
C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Fear rose from the pit of my stomach...in front of me.”可知,轮到作者开始下悬崖的时候,他感到害怕。故选C。
( )2.Why did the person hook the author to the belaying ropes
[A] To let him go down faster.
[B] To place him over the edge.
[C] To ensure his safety.
[D] To tie him to the tree.
C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第一段中的“My skin shook...which kept me from falling.”可知,他这样做是为了防止作者掉下去,也就是保证作者的安全。故选C。
( )3.When did the author begin to spin around
[A] When his feet couldn’t touch the rocky wall.
[B] As soon as his feet touched the rocky wall again.
[C] When he lowered himself down the cliff.
[D] After his feet touched the ground.
B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段的第三句可知,作者的脚接触到了崖壁,这使他转过了身。故选B。
( )4.What was the author going to do after going down the cliff
[A] Climb up the cliff once more.
[B] Go slowly down the mountain.
[C] Camp on the soft ground.
[D] Climb up the mountain.
D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据最后一段的最后一句可知,作者继续往山上爬。故选D。
B
(2025·八省联考)
Jim Johnson,a mail carrier,was an institution in the leafy Westmoreland,
Westhaven and Westover Hills neighborhoods,just north of downtown Wilmington,where he delivered much more than the mail.He knew all the kids and their pets by name;he carried in the groceries;he took note of unlocked doors,offered gardening advice,and taught more than a few young boys the art of the curveball.When he wasn’t doing all that,Jim was running across a checkerboard of green lawns(草坪) to ensure the local postal service did not fall short of its daily promise.
Though the postal service is often disparaged now,the trust in local postal service lives on.In many communities,that trust is won every day when life-saving medicine,greeting cards,social security checks,college acceptance letters—even the bills—appear in mailboxes in front of the houses.
After more than three decades,Jim approached his final days on the job much like any other.He drove a boxy postal truck to North DuPont Road for the first unofficial stop of the day.Butch,a dog who belonged to one of the neighbors,was waiting just like every day before.And just like every day before,he got into the jump seat and they were off.On the route,Jim and Butch had become inseparable.
Now,the dog and the mailman would ride off to retirement together.At every stop,Jim accepted the parting good wishes of families that had become his own.There were tears and laughter,and hugs filled with warm memories.
It’s been 33 years since Jim left the route,but we are still reminded of the deep bond established between community and letter carrier.That’s what the postal service means to us.
[语篇导读]本文是记叙文。文章讲述了一位深受社区居民爱戴的邮递员Jim Johnson的工作经历和他退休时的感人故事,彰显了邮递员与社区之间的深厚情谊。
( )5.What do we know about Jim Johnson from the first paragraph
[A] He’s open-minded.
[B] He’s sharp-eyed.
[C] He’s warm-hearted.
[D] He’s strong-willed.
C
【解析】推理判断题。根据第一段内容可知,Jim Johnson不仅送邮件,还知道所有孩子和他们宠物的名字,帮忙搬杂货、留意没锁的门、提供园艺方面的建议,还教小男孩们投曲线球的技巧等,这些都体现出他热心肠、乐于助人的特点。故选C。
( )6.What does the underlined word “disparaged” in Paragraph 2 mean
[A] Refused.
[B] Criticized.
[C] Investigated.
[D] Suspended.
B
【解析】猜测词义题。根据画线词所在句“Though the postal service is often disparaged now,the trust in local postal service lives on.”可知,逗号前后是转折关系,后半句说对当地邮政服务的信任依然存在,那么前半句应该是说邮政服务经常被看不起或被批评。由此可知,画线词disparaged与“Criticized(批评)”意思相近。故选B。
( )7.What did Jim do besides daily delivery on his final days of work
[A] He drove Butch to its owner.
[B] He sent presents to his friends.
[C] He prepared a retirement party.
[D] He said goodbye to the neighbors.
D
【解析】细节理解题。第三段最后两句提到每到一站,Jim都会接受那些已经成为自己家人的人们的告别祝福。有泪水,有欢笑,有充满温暖回忆的拥抱。由此可知Jim在工作的最后几天除了每天送货外,还向邻居们告别。故选D。
( )8.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
[A] To remember a respected mail carrier.
[B] To record an unforgettable experience.
[C] To raise funds for the postal service.
[D] To call for harmony in the community.
A
【解析】推理判断题。文章主要讲述了Jim Johnson这位邮递员在工作中热心帮助邻里,与大家建立了深厚感情,在他退休33年后,作者依然记得他,表达了对他的怀念。由此推知,作者写这篇文章的目的是纪念一位受人尊敬的邮递员。故选A。
Ⅱ.七选五(每题2.5分,共12.5分)
Time is a valuable resource,especially for those who need to deal with academic demands,personal growth,and social activities at the same time.Effective time management not only leads to increased productivity,but reduces stress.1. Here are some strategies to help young adults master the art of time management.
C
Setting clear and achievable short-term and long-term goals is essential for youth.2. They’ll also distribute time accordingly.
Whether it’s studying for exams or pursuing personal interests,having well-defined goals provides a sense of direction.Meanwhile,importance levels of tasks can vary.By focusing on key tasks and minimising the time spent on unimportant ones,young adults can perfect their time management.
F
3. It makes efficient use of their time.Whether using a planner or a calendar app scheduling specific blocks of time for different activities,including study,exercise,socialising,can lead to better time use.
Furthermore,learning to say no is a valuable skill for the youth.With numerous opportunities and interests,it’s easy to become overwhelmed.
By being selective about commitments,young adults can arrange their time and energy wisely.Saying no to non-essential activities frees up time for important tasks.4.
D
A
In the pursuit of personal success,young adults often find themselves caught up in a series of responsibilities and commitments.However,it’s essential for them to recognise that life shouldn’t be like this.Self-care plays a vital role in time management.5. By ensuring they maintain a healthy work-life balance,young adults can recharge their energy levels,improve focus,and increase productivity.That way,they perfect time usage and pave the way for success.
G
A.That actually prevents over-commitment.
B.One should constantly review how time is spent.
C.It creates opportunities for personal development as well.
D.Developing a daily schedule helps young adults stay organised.
E.Putting things off constantly is a common time management project.
F.By knowing what they want to accomplish,they can prioritise their tasks.
G.Youth should value adequate rest and activities that promote their well-being.
【语篇导读】本文是说明文。文章介绍了一些可以帮助年轻人提高效率,减轻压力的时间管理策略。
1.【解析】 上文“Effective time management not only...but reduces stress.”通过介绍时间管理的好处,引出下文介绍时间管理的策略,因此设空处应承接上文,进一步阐述时间管理的好处,C项符合语境。故选C。
2.【解析】 根据上文“Setting clear and...is essential for youth.”可知,设定清晰且可实现的短期和长期目标是重要的,且本段末“By focusing on key tasks and...perfect their time management.”表明要专注于重要的任务,因此设空处应对上文“设定目标”作进一步阐述,F项承上启下,符合语境。
故选F。
3.【解析】 根据下文“It makes efficient use of their time...can lead to better time use.”可知,本段表明制定每日计划可以帮助年轻人有条理地做事,D项引出下文,符合语境。故选D。
4.【解析】 根据上文“By being selective about commitments...for important tasks.”可知,拒绝不必要的事情可以腾出时间去做重要的事情,要避免在不重要的事情上过度投入,A项承接上文,符合语境。故选A。
5.【解析】 根据上文“Self-care plays a vital role in time management.”及下文“By ensuring...and increase productivity.”可知,本段表明自我照顾是时间管理中的重要一环,设空处应承上启下,强调年轻人应保证充足的休息,提升健康水平,维持工作与生活的平衡,G项符合语境。故选G。
Ⅲ.语法填空(每题1.5分,共15分)
How to Become More Creative
Creativity is a skill that can be learnt.So,how can you become more creative
First of all,1. has been well accepted that looking for connections inspires creativity.Things or ideas that seem unrelated are like dots in isolation,and when 2. (connect),they can form different pictures.This can become much 3. (easy) by acquiring good subject knowledge,developing a broad understanding of human experience,and keeping a note of things you have observed as well as ideas you
4. (come) up with.
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connected
easier
have come
The more dots you have,the more connections you are capable of making.
Another means to improve creativity 5. (be) to work with others.
You don’t have to be creative all on your own.As different people have different mindsets,skills and abilities,sharing ideas and combining their
6. (strength) would give rise to new perspectives,ideas and approaches,and ultimately lead to creative innovations.Last but not least,you must be ready to fight the fear of failure,7. is often believed to be one of the biggest obstacles to creativity.
is
strengths
which
In order to be creative,you need to be willing to take risks.Creativity is about experimenting and 8. (explore).It is about trial and error.
You need to accept that the process of innovation is 9. journey in which there will be both right and wrong turns.As long as you can reflect on the mistakes and make corrections accordingly,taking wrong turns is nothing 10. (fear).
exploring
【语篇导读】本文是说明文。文章主要说明了如何激发创造力,完善自我,丰富自我。
a
to fear
1.【解析】考查固定句型。分析句子结构可知,此处表示“人们普遍认为……”,句型为it be well accepted that...,it作形式主语。故填it。
2.【解析】 考查状语从句的省略。分析句子结构可知,此处是when引导的时间状语从句的省略句,从句主语是they,即Things or ideas,与从句谓语动词connect之间是被动关系,从句主语与主句主语一致且从句含有be动词时,常省略从句的主语和be动词。故填connected。
3.【解析】考查形容词的比较级。根据much以及句意可知,此处应用形容词的比较级形式作表语。故填easier。
4.【解析】 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。根据上文“you have observed as well as”可知,此处应用现在完成时,从句主语为you,助动词用have。故填have come。
5.【解析】考查动词的时态和主谓一致。分析句子结构可知,陈述客观事实应用一般现在时,主语为Another means to improve creativity,谓语动词应用单数。故填is。
6.【解析】 考查名词复数。分析句子结构可知,strength表示“优势”时,为可数名词,再根据空前的their可知,应用复数形式。故填strengths。
7.【解析】考查定语从句。分析句子结构可知,设空处引导非限制性定语从句,修饰先行词the fear of failure,指物,从句中缺少主语,应用关系代词which引导。故填which。
8.【解析】 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知,设空处作介词about的宾语,且与前面的experimenting并列,应用动名词形式。故填exploring。
9.【解析】考查冠词。分析句子结构可知,journey为泛指且以辅音音素开头,应用不定冠词a。故填a。
10.【解析】 考查动词不定式。分析句子结构可知,设空处修饰复合不定代词nothing,应用动词不定式作后置定语。故填to fear。
