华中师范大学第一附属中学模拟卷

【高考英语】核心考点精讲精练：考点2 阅读七选五

阅读七选五之利用逻辑关系解题（核心考点精讲精练）

1. 三年真题考点分布

2. 命题规律及备考策略

【命题规律】近3年新高考卷对于阅读理解中阅读七选五的考查了12次。主要考查：

主旨概括句(文章整体内容)、衔接过渡句(文章结构)和上下文逻辑关系句(细节支撑)三类。其中，上下文逻辑关系句是考查的重点。

【备考策略】系统归类阅读七选五的方法；熟练掌握阅读技能。

【命题预测】

阅读七选五以说明文为主，其结构非常的鲜明，设空处前后提示信息很明显，考查考生理解语篇整体或者局部的基本结构，以及上下文的逻辑关系和基本的同义改写能力。说明文阅读七选五将在2024年高考中出现。

根据逻辑关系线索解题

一篇文章往往是一个有机的整体，各部分之间存在着一定的联系。从逻辑意义上来看，句子与句子之间常常有并列、顺承、递进、转折、总分、解释、因果等关系，有时甚至包含多种这样的关系。因此，理解阅读材料时一定要把握文章脉络，弄清其中的逻辑关系。如果文中或选项中出现了逻辑关系词，考生就可以利用逻辑关系词来进行推断；如果文中或选项中未出现逻辑关系词，这就需要考生全面理解文章大意，根据上下文语境弄清文章内在的逻辑关系，做出正确的判断。

【解题指南】

句际逻辑关系

一组意义相关的句子，按照一定的逻辑关系排列起来，就能在语篇中表达一个层次的意思。这种逻辑关系有时是显性的，即运用明显的过渡词语来表达出来；有时是隐性的，即不使用任何过渡词语，仅凭句子的排列顺序来表达。语篇中的句际关系主要有以下诸类。

1） 平列关系

平列关系指句子之间在语义上处于平等并立的地位，互不相属。如果改变句子的排列顺序，并不影响整个语段的意义。例如：

All the people on our block give us trouble. Mrs. Brown calls the police whenever we go to play ball on the street. Mrs. Johnson complains that skateboarding makes too much noise. If we happen to stray into Mr. Hardy's yard, he yells at us.

上面这个语段中，后面三句是平列关系，共同说明“社区所有人都给我们带来麻烦”这一主题。

2)时序关系

时序关系指各个句子只能按事物发展的时间先后顺序排列，不可随意改动次序，常用于描述事件过程或者操作流程。例如：

We had a hard time getting Peter out of the hole he had fallen into. first, we made a rope by linking our belts together. Then we lowered it to Peter, telling him to grasp the end. After he had hold of the rope, we began to pull him slowly out of the hole. As he came up, no one dared to speak a word. Finally, we could grasp him arms, and with a sigh of relief, we pulled him out onto the grassy bank.

上面这个语段中，后五句话是时序关系，共同说明“我们好不容易才把Peter拉出掉进的坑”这一过程。描述中，分别用了first，then，after，as，finally这些描述顺序的关联过渡词语，使得文章脉络清晰。

3) 层递关系

层递关系指句子间按照语义的轻重、认知的深浅作由轻到重、由浅入深、由主到次的顺序排列。例如：

I seem to be suffering from all the illnesses imaginable: insomnia (失眠), headache, backache, indigestion (消化不良), constipation (便秘) and pains in the stomach. To make things still worse (更糟糕的是), I've caught a cold, I've got a sore throat, and I'm constantly sneezing and coughing. To crown it all (最糟糕的是), I had an accident the other day, hurt my right shoulder, leg and knee, and nearly broke my neck. If I take a long walk, I get short of breath. In fact, I feel more dead than alive.

上面语段中，作者用层层递进的方式描述了自己的不幸遭遇，感到生不如死。to make things worse 和 to crown it all，清楚地表现了这种层递关系。

4)转折关系

转折关系指句子间意义表达发生转折，常用于进行对比、对照。例如：

Cloning takes the DNA from a single cell to create a whole new individual. A clone is an organism which is genetically identical to another one. But it's now certain that no clone is an exact copy because of differences in experiences and upbringing.(克隆技术通过提取单个细胞的DNA来创造出一个完整的新个体。克隆体在基因上与另一个有机体是相同的。然而，现在可以确定的是，由于经历和成长环境的不同，没有哪个克隆体是一丝不差的复制品。)

又例如：

It's tempting to see the life of a journalist as glamorous and exciting, but as with any other occupation, there is a lot of hard work and routine activity. It also depends on what kind of publication you work for. However, each day is different and you will cover a wide range of news stories and features.

5）总分关系

总分关系指前面的句子涉及两个或多个对象，后面的句子紧接着分别他们加以说明。这种组织方式使语段前后呼应，彼此配合，意义表达条理分明。例如：

Friends come in many flavors. There are best friends, school friends, fair-weather friends (顺境朋友), forever friends and many more. Best friends are friends with whom you spend a lot of time and with whom you share all your thoughts and feelings. School friends are different: you see each other in school and you study and have fun together, but you may not know everything about each other. Fair-weather friends are friends who only like you when you are happy or when you are popular. If you are feeling down, or if you are having a problem, fair-weather friends don't want to spend time or talk with you. Forever friends are friends that will always listen to you and try to help you, even if you disagree or if you are having a problem.

这一语段首先提出“朋友有许多种”，然后分别对best friends，school friends，fair-weather friends 和 forever friends 进行解释和说明。

6) 解释关系

解释关系指后面的句子对前面的句子进行阐释、引申、例证，从而使意义表达更加明了、具体、生动，更有说服力。例如：

Do you know that the average person puts only 25% of his energy and ability into his work? That means those who use 50% of their ability really stand out from the rest. And the very few who actually give their full 100% of strength and smarts to their work become the most successful. Many people want the greener grass, but they don't want to pay the higher water bill to get it!

普通人在工作或学习中只投入了25%的精力和能力。根据这一论断，作者进行了引申和阐释：投入50%就会出类拔萃，投入100%就会最成功。最后告诫普通人：草坪要比别家更加翠绿，就要比别人承担更多水费。

7) 因果关系

因果关系指句子之间在逻辑上存在因果联系。在排列方式上，既可以采用前因后果，也可以采用前果后因。例如：

Advertisers discovered years ago that all of us love to get something out of nothing. An advertisement which begins with the magic word FREE can rarely go wrong. These days, advertisers not only offer free samples, but free cars, free houses, and free trips around the world as well.

又例如：

The quiet life of the country has never appealed to me. City born and city bred (城里生，城里长), I have always regarded the country as something you look at through a train window or something you occasionally visit during the weekend.

8)比拟关系

比拟关系指把深奥抽象的事物比喻为浅显易懂、具体生动的事物。从而达到深入浅出、通俗易懂、形象生动的表达效果。例如：

The surface of the earth is like the skin of an orange, which cannot be spread out flat unless it is torn into strips. That is why flat maps of the whole earth always distort its appearance.

此段把较为抽象的地球表面比拟成人们熟悉的橘子皮，形象地说明了为什么平面地图难以展示地球的真正地貌。

又例如：

Mercy brings good. Mercy falls like the gentle rain from the sky upon the earth. It is twice blessed: It blesses those who give it, and those who receive it. It's the highest of the highest. We should learn to show mercy to others.（宽恕带来善意。宽恕像一场从细雨，从天空飘向大地。它是双倍的赐福:既护佑宽恕他人的人,也护佑受到宽恕的人。这是至高无上的美德。我们应该学会宽恕别人。）

【典例1】【2023年1月·浙江卷】根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

With gas prices rising and airport security lines snaking longer than ever, why not book your next domestic vacation on a train? Compared to other alternatives, it’s comfortable and relaxing. Here is some advice on how to make a trip by rail as pleasant as possible.

Plan ahead. Most long-distance trains, especially the sleeping car accommodations, sell out very quickly. ____36____ But no matter when you travel, it’s a good idea to make your reservations at least 90 days in advance.

【典例2】　(2022·全国乙卷·节选)

·Don't rely on technology alone

40 ， but long-distance friendships — even close ones — may require more conscious effort to sustain.Try to seek out chances to renew friendships.How to do it? Just spend face-to-face time together whenever possible.

D．Try to find a time that works for both of you and stick to it

E．Friends need to talk about their preferred methods of communication

F．It is easy to have a sense of connectedness through social media

G．You may be the friend who left or the one who was left behind

【典例3】　(2021·新高考Ⅰ卷·节选)

My husband and I just spent a week in Paris. 36 So the first thing we did was rent a fantastically expensive sixth-floor apartment the size of a cupboard.It was so tiny that we had to leave our suitcases in the hallway.

The place wasn't entirely authentic, though.Unlike a normal Parisian apartment, the plumbing (水管) worked.37.There was a nice kitchen and a comfortable bed.Our building even had a tiny lift with a female voice that said, “Ouverture des portes，” in perfect French.That is the only French phrase I mastered, and it's a shame I don't have much use for it.

A．Not all the customers are tourists.

B．The quality of life in France is equally excellent.

D．The amazing food is mainly consumed by local farmers.

E．That's not the only reason the French eat less than we do.

F．Our aim was to see if we could live, in some way, like real Parisians.

G．The food is so delicious that you don't need much of it to make you happy.

（2023·山东师范大学附属中学高三6月试题）

The power of positive thinking

Is your glass of milk half-full or half-empty? 1 Do they focus on the positives (a half-full glass) or the negatives (a half-empty one)? Thinking positively, with a belief that most things will turn out well, is called optimism — and it’s known to boost your well-being. The good news is that everybody can learn to think more positively.

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Research shows that people who are optimistic and think positively tend to experience less stress and cope well when faced with life’s challenges. People who are more pessimistic (expect that the worst will happen) may find it hard to believe that these challenges will pass.

Worrying is like a fire alarm.

Everybody can worry from time to time. Worrying can help to keep you safe — if you were never worried and were overly positive about how things would turn out, you wouldn’t recognize risks. “ 3 It’s like a fire alarm,” says child psychotherapist Rachel Melville-Thomas. “The trouble is that sometimes it goes off when there isn’t a huge danger to face.” When this happens, you can feel anxious and hopeless about what lies ahead.

Learn to think positively.

Optimism is shaped by your genes which carry characteristics inherited from your parents and by what happens to you. 4 Research has shown that it can help to draw or write an outcome that’s positive-for example, an image of you playing guitar, having passed your next grade. 5

A．Your genes will in turn help obtain it.

B．This question makes you lost in thought.

C．Why is thinking positively good for you?

D．Imagining this can motivate you to work to achieve it.

E．Worrying is our brain warning us of something threatening.

F．However, whatever your starting point is, everyone can learn it.

G．This saying is often used to test people’s outlook in a situation.

基础过关

（最新模拟试题演练）

1.【2023届湖北省华中师范大学第一附属中学高三下学期5月压轴卷】

How to Stop Laughing at Inappropriate Times

Although laughing at inappropriate times can be embarrassing, it’s actually a natural reaction for some people when they’re facing a highly stressful situation. When you can’t stop laughing, you can deal with it instead.

____36____ It takes time to learn how to prevent your tendency to laugh, but distraction is an easy way to stop yourself, in the meantime. Try one of these options for shifting your thoughts away from what’s setting off your laughter.

Identify what makes you laugh inappropriately. Do you laugh out of nervousness, or do you laugh to deal with painful feelings? Maybe you laugh because you have a lot of energy or have trouble finding the words you want to say. ____37____

Choose replacement behavior for the laughter. ____38____ For example, nod, lick (舔) your lips, exhale (呼气) slowly, or click a pen. What you decide to replace your laughter with depends on the circumstances that are causing your laughter. For example, you may laugh nervously during work meetings. If this is the case, click your pen instead of laughing.

Create a plan for replacing your laughter. ____39____ Reviewing your plan in your mind makes it more likely that you’ll be able to follow through.

Practice mindfulness (冥思). ____40____ Besides, it helps keep you aware of your surroundings. This, in turn, can help prevent laughing caused by distracting thoughts.

A．It’s not easy to learn mindfulness.

B．Distract yourself from your urge to laugh.

C．What proves appropriate when you behave yourself?

D．What can you do instead of laughing nervously?

E．Practicing mindfulness can help keep you present.

F．Whatever your reasons for laughing, write down when your laughter is causing you issues.

G．Since you know what’s making you laugh and what you can do instead, tell yourself to follow through with the new behavior.

2. [2023·湖北省十一校第二次联考]

If you’ve had a bad night’s sleep, or you’ve just got too much to do, the last thing you want to be told is to “be positive!” ____1____ .

Of course, developing a positive attitude is easier said than done -it doesn’t come naturally to everyone. When you’re feeling down, it is hard to be optimistic. But a study has found that people who are optimists are more likely to live longer than those who have a more negative approach to life. So, maybe once you think of a longer life, ____2____

The study concluded that optimists may find it easier to control emotions and get less stressed. And as stress impacts on the immune system, ____3____. Professor Lewina Lee from Boston University said: “Our findings speak to the possibility that raising levels of optimism may promote longevity and healthy aging. ”And she advises that pessimists could benefit from doing things like imagining a future where everything turns out well.

But if you’re a ‘glass half empty’ type of person, could seeing the world through rose-tinted glasses work for you? Every bean has its black. ____4____ Some people say it’s best to celebrate the positives and ignore the negative parts of our lives.

____5____. Vicki Siska says “Music feeds my soul, a sense of humour keeps things in perspective”. Pippa Kennedy says “being grateful for what you have!” Other people recommend doing yoga and meditation as well as staying fit to help maintain a positive outlook on life.

A．Accepting this helps us control our emotions

B．Accept it and make efforts to improve yourself

C．it’s possible that optimists better handle infections

D．But having this mindset could have many benefits

E．But it could help you have a positive outlook on life

F．it might encourage you to have a more hopeful outlook on life

G．People have their personal advice on keeping a positive approach to life

3. [2023·安徽省、云南省、吉林省、黑龙江省适应性测试]

There has been a very serious decline in the numbers of shallow-water fish as a result of overfishing. People still want to eat fish, so the fishing industry must look at other sources, especially the deep waters of the Atlantic. ____1____

Conservation measures will have to be put in place if these deep-sea fish are to survive. Research on five such species shows that numbers have declined by between 87 percent and 98 percent. ____2____ Many species could well disappear completely if the present trend continues. These are species that have been swimming in our oceans for hundreds of millions of years.

The problem is emphasized by the fact that the decline in numbers happened in less than twenty years. Deep-sea fish take a long time to reproduce and normally live for many years. ____3____ The average size of such fish also declined, with one species showing a 57 percent decline in average size. This is of particular concern, as large fish tend to produce more offspring than small ones.

____4____ The deep-sea species have been caught as if they were the fast-breeding (快速繁殖) fish like sardine and herring. It is like killing elephants as if they reproduced at the same rate as rabbits.

The damage done by overfishing goes beyond the sea environment. Millions of people make a living in the fishing industry. ____5____ Measures must be taken to not only conserve ecosystems, but also sustain livelihoods and ensure food security.

A．Billions of people rely on fish for protein.

B．Many people now choose not to eat deep-sea fish.

C．Unfortunately, their reproduction rate is very low.

D．This puts them in the category of “critically endangered”.

E．None of these facts has been taken into account by the fishing industry.

F．Overfishing is a major cause of decline in populations of ocean wildlife.

G．This has resulted in a sharp decline in the numbers of many of the species caught.

4. [2023·山东省潍坊市3月学科核心素养测评]

Have you ever wondered why most people prefer to book accommodations that have a great view from the balcony? Frank Lloyd Wright says, “Study Nature, love Nature, stay close to Nature. ____1____.”

It’s no secret that closing to nature is good for creative minds. Scientists agree that being in nature restores exhausted attention circuits, which can then help us be more open to creativity and problem-solving. ____2____: As part of her daily writing routine, bestseller author JK. Rowling would take a morning walk to small streams nearby before eventually returning to work. I would argue that this habit isn’t just a habit but an intentional, necessary element of her creative process. Actually, unique ideas come from the contact with nature.

Forest bathing is a common form of relaxation and medicine in Japan. It was developed in 1982, and recent studies demonstrate that being in the forest and walking among the trees lower your stress levels. The effects are so powerful that forest bathing is now a government-supported policy in Japan. ____3____. Just a walk in the woods on a sunny morning also improves your wellbeing.

____4____! In a series of experiments published in 2021, researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, studied the potential impact of nature on the willingness to be generous, trusting, and helpful toward others. After being exposed to the more beautiful nature scenes, participants acted more generously and more trusting in the games than those who saw less beautiful scenes, and the effects appeared to be due to corresponding increases in positive emotion.

A walk in nature walks the soul back home. ____5____? Turn off your phone and give yourself the chance to be present in the world, to hear conversations and natural sounds, to notice the way people move, the way the sun reflects in a puddle.

A．It will never fail you

B．A famous-person example

C．We can find the answer easily

D．What’s a good chance to get to nature

E．So why not engage more closely with nature

F．Interestingly, nature may help you to be kind

G．But you don’t have to live near a forest to receive the psychological benefits

5.（2023·广东省揭阳市普宁市联考试题）

Recycling is good for our planet, but it can be confusing. Can I recycle plastic bags? What about pizza cartons? Toothpaste tubes? Which bin should I use? There are so many questions, and more than half of Americans are unsure about how to recycle. 6 Here’s a handy four-step guide on how to recycle effectively:

Know what to put in the recycling bin. Keep it simple and focus on the most commonly recycled items, such as paper, glass, aluminum and plastic. 7 Don’t use the recycled symbol as a guide. “The number on the container is really for people to identify the type of resin (树脂). That’s not helpful for the common consumer,” said Cody Marshall, a strategist at nonprofit Recycling Partnership.

8 It is really important to know what you cannot put in your bin. You can always check with your city or at BeRecycled.org. If you live in the US, just plug in your postcode to search. Recycling companies struggle with the same problem items: hoses (软管), cords, needles and clothing, according to Marshall, so don’t put those items in your bin.

Wash or clean items. Do a quick clean to make sure there is no food left in containers before you put them in the bin. 9 Save food for composting (堆肥) in your garden.

Don’t bag it. Unless you live in a place that requires it, like New York City, keep the recyclables lost in the bin. “A lot of the time, it’s not safe for our employees to tear those bags open, or it takes too much time,” said Keller. “ 10 ”

A．Know what is not recyclable.

B．The answers are not hard to find.

C．A lot of bagged stuff goes right to the landfill.

D．Plastic bags can be used again or returned to grocery stores.

E．If you really don’t know if an item is recyclable, then just throw it in the garbage.

F．This is really important if you only use one bin because food items could ruin paper.

G．Hard plastics like water and soft drink bottles or anything like these can be recycled.

6.（2023·湖南省长沙一中高三试题）

In the face of wildlife loss and habitat destruction, it’s easy to feel powerless to improve. But any action you take, no matter how small, will help restore the world to its natural balance. Here are 4 things you can do to help wildlife.

Think twice before landscaping.

16 But unless you’re confronting a genuine safety issue, remember that what’s unpleasant to you is sweet home to squirrels, birds, worms and other animals that you might not even know are there. If you must landscape your yard, do so in a way that won’t drive away native wildlife.

Keep your cats indoors.

It’s ironic that many people who claim to love wildlife have no problem allowing their cats to roam freely outside. Cats are animals, too. 17 Outdoor cats, however, don’t think twice about killing wild birds. In case you’re thinking about “warning” the birds by attaching a bell to your cat’s collar, don’t bother: Birds have an inborn tendency to flee loud, startling noises, not jingling pieces of metal.

Don’t feed any animals but birds.

That deer that wanders into your backyard might look hungry and helpless. 18 Giving food to animals accustoms them to human contact, but not all human beings are as warmhearted as you are. Feeding wild birds, on the other hand. is OK as long as you don’t have outdoor cats and you provide a meal in keeping with the bird’s natural diet. 19

Clean up litter (not only your own).

If you’re concerned about protecting wildlife, you know better than to litter. But it’s not enough to keep your own yard or picnic area clean. You should go the extra mile and pick up cans and bottles left by other people. 20

A．Choose nuts and seeds rather than processed bread.

B．It seems cruel to keep them shut up inside the house.

C．However, if you feed it, you won’t be doing it any favors.

D．Most people don’t want wild animals to destroy their roses.

E．Smal animals can easily get trapped in or injured by this litter.

F．If you have the space, establishing a “mini meadow (草地)” as a border or boundary area is another effective way to attract birds, as well as beneficial insects.

G．If you have just purchased a house or a piece of land, you might be tempted to chop (砍) down unsightly trees.

真题感知

1.[2023·新高考全国Ⅱ卷]

阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

As an artist who shares her journey on social media, I’m often asked by curious followers how to begin an art journey. Unfortunately, there is no magic list I can offer. I do remember, though, what it was like to be a complete beginner. So I’ve put together some good tips for starting an art journey.

●Start small. I suggest using a sketchbook (素描本) for small studies. These small studies provide inspiration and may be a springboard for more complex works in the future. 36.　　　　 You’ll want to look back on your journey to see how far you’ve come.

●Paint often and paint from life. There’s no better way to improve than to put in those brush miles. Whether you paint still lifes, portraits, or landscapes, paint from life as much as possible. 37.　　　

●Continually challenge yourself to try something new. 38.　　　　 Artistic growth can be a bit painful. Welcome to the club; we’ve all been there. I love taking on challenges. I once took up a challenge to create a painting every day for a month and post the works online.

●39.　　　　 Seeking and accepting constructive feedback (反馈) is crucial to growth.I post my work on social media and, in turn, have met some of the kindest people. They make me feel valued and respected, no matter my level of artistic ability.

The journey you’re on won’t follow a straight path. 40.　　　　 Push through, give it time and put in the effort. You will harvest the rewards of an artistic life.

A.Get out of your comfort zone.

B.Make career plans and set goals.

C.Don’t throw away your beginner art.

D.Share your work if you feel comfortable doing so.

E.You’ll hit roadblocks, and you’ll feel discouraged at times.

F.Evaluate your performance and, if needed, redefine your role.

G.You’ll develop that painting muscle memory that only comes with repetition.

2.【2023年1月·浙江卷】根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

With gas prices rising and airport security lines snaking longer than ever, why not book your next domestic vacation on a train? Compared to other alternatives, it’s comfortable and relaxing. Here is some advice on how to make a trip by rail as pleasant as possible.

Plan ahead. Most long-distance trains, especially the sleeping car accommodations, sell out very quickly. ____36____ But no matter when you travel, it’s a good idea to make your reservations at least 90 days in advance.

Use a travel agent. Consider turning your travel plan over to a travel agent and letting him double-check all the details, make suggestions, and then handle the actual reservations. A good one can sometimes find you discounted tickets. ____37____ Then you won’t have to walk through several cars on a moving train three times a day for your meals.

Bring a blanket. When you’re riding on trains, you won’t be provided with a blanket for free, even if your trip is an overnight one. ____38____ In the summer in particular, the air conditioning can make them quite cold.

Arrive early. Most trains operate just once a day and some run only three times a week, so missing yours can be a disaster. ____39____ Note: The times listed on the schedules are departure times, not arrival times.

Have fun. ____40____ Read a book, knit, do a crossword puzzle, or simply watch the world unfold outside the window. To calculate your speed as you do, divide 3,600(the number of seconds in an hour)by the number of seconds it takes you to travel one mile(the distance between two mileposts). If it takes the train 53 seconds to travel one mile, you’re going 67.92 mph.

A．Train trips aren’t for impatient types.

B．You’ll have views from both sides of the train.

C．The temperature on rail cars is often hard to control.

D．That’s particularly true during busy summer months.

E．You might have to wait longer than 24 hours to catch the next one.

F．Chances are the cost will be a lot less than the cost of one bedroom.

G．He may also book you in a sleeping car that’s right next to the diner.

3.[2023·全国乙卷]

根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

Indoor plants might look as if they just sit around not doing much, but in many ways they are the unsung heroes of the home. 36.　　　　, but studies have shown that they can promote people’s wellbeing by improving their mood (心情), reducing stress and helping their memory. What’s more, indoor plants are easy to look after and are not very expensive.

What are indoor plants?

Indoor plants, also known as houseplants or pot plants, are plants that like to grow indoors. Many of these species (物种) are not ideally suited to growing outside in the UK,especially in the winter. 37.　　　　.

Why are indoor plants good for you?

Will Spoelstra, who works at the Royal Botanic Gardens,says, “38.　　　　. I find during the winter months, plants around the house can really lift your mood.” Several studies have backed this up and found that indoor plants can improve creativity, focus and memory. There is also research showing that pot plants can clean the air around them by removing harmful gases, such as carbon dioxide. They also remove some harmful chemicals from paints or cooking. 39.　　　　.

Which plants can you grow?

Aloe vera, peace lilies and spider plants are some of the species that are easy to grow indoors. You can buy plants from supermarkets,garden centres or online. Younger plants are often cheaper than fully grown ones, and you get to care for them as they mature—which is part of the joy of owning plants. “40.　　　　,” Spoelstra says. “It can bring a new interest and focus into people’s lives and help to make the link between home and nature.”

A.All plants are different

B.Not only do they look beautiful

C.There are many benefits to growing plants indoors

D.Instead, they grow better inside, where it is warmer

E.Plants like peace lilies and devil’s ivy are among the best

F.Changing the pot of your plant from time to time will also help

G.Learning about the requirements of each plant can be very rewarding

4.2022年新高考I卷

Fitness Magazine recently ran an article titled “Five Reasons to Thank Your Workout Partner.” One reason was: “You’ll actually show up if you know someone is waiting for you at the gym, ” while another read: “___36___” With a workout partner, you will increase your training effort as there is a subtle (微妙) competition.

So, how do you find a workout partner?

First of all, decide what you want from that person. ___37___ Or do you just want to be physically fit, able to move with strength and flexibility? Think about the exercises you would like to do with your workout partner.

You might think about posting what you are looking for on social media, but it probably won’t result in a useful response. ___38___ If you plan on working out in a gym, that person must belong to the same gym.

My partner posted her request on the notice board of a local park. Her notice included what kind of training she wanted to do, how many days a week and how many hours she wanted to spend on each session, and her age. It also listed her favorite sports and activities, and provided her phone number. ___39___

You and your partner will probably have different skills. ___40___ Over time, both of you will benefit — your partner will be able to lift more weights and you will become more physically fit. The core (核心) of your relationship is that you will always be there to help each other.

A. Your first meeting may be a little awkward.

B. A workout partner usually needs to live close by.

C. You’ll work harder if you train with someone else.

D. Do you want to be a better athlete in your favorite sport?

E. How can you write a good “seeking training partner” notice?

F. Just accept your differences and learn to work with each other.

G. Any notice for a training partner should include such information.

5.2022年1月浙江卷

I have the same 24 hours in a day as you do, but I have made specific choice that allow me to make the most of every day and still feel happy and relaxed. ____11____

Pick the most important.

____12____ Focus on spending time that for you is fun and productive. I chose the life of an adviser because I like to work with companies, but don't want the life of a big company CEO. My choices are based on the lifestyle I want.

Combine your activities.

Many people go crazy trying to figure out how to spend time with friends, family, work, play, etc. ____13____ Find ways to enjoy them in a combined manner. Build your social life around people your work environment. Find people in your company who share common interests and develop your career (职业) around the people and activities you love.

____14____

You would think learning takes more time from you, but actually there are always new ways of doing things that can save you time on daily tasks, freeing you up for the most important. Always be looking for a new way to gain back an hour here or there.

Lighten up.

The world won't come to an end in most cases just because you left a few things undone

Celebrate progress and keep refining (

改进) toward a happy productive existence. ____15____ Every completion is a small victory that adds up in a big way.

A. Speed up.

B. Be an active learner.

C. Stop trying to balance time between them all.

D. Make choices about what is meaningful in your life.

E. The things you do well usually give you greater joy.

F. Perhaps these tips will help you make the most of your time.

G. This is why making lists is important in any productivity handbook.

6.2022年1月浙江卷

I have the same 24 hours in a day as you do, but I have made specific choice that allow me to make the most of every day and still feel happy and relaxed. ____11____

Pick the most important.

____12____ Focus on spending time that for you is fun and productive. I chose the life of an adviser because I like to work with companies, but don't want the life of a big company CEO. My choices are based on the lifestyle I want.

Combine your activities.

Many people go crazy trying to figure out how to spend time with friends, family, work, play, etc. ____13____ Find ways to enjoy them in a combined manner. Build your social life around people your work environment. Find people in your company who share common interests and develop your career (职业) around the people and activities you love.

____14____

You would think learning takes more time from you, but actually there are always new ways of doing things that can save you time on daily tasks, freeing you up for the most important. Always be looking for a new way to gain back an hour here or there.

Lighten up.

The world won't come to an end in most cases just because you left a few things undone

Celebrate progress and keep refining (

改进) toward a happy productive existence. ____15____ Every completion is a small victory that adds up in a big way.

A. Speed up.

B. Be an active learner.

C. Stop trying to balance time between them all.

D. Make choices about what is meaningful in your life.

E. The things you do well usually give you greater joy.

F. Perhaps these tips will help you make the most of your time.

G. This is why making lists is important in any productivity handbook.

7.2021年新高考I卷

My husband and I just spent a week in Paris.____36____So the first thing we did was rent a fantastically expensive sixth-floor apartment the size of a cupboard. It was so tiny that we had to leave our suitcases in the hallway.

The place wasn’t entirely authentic, though. Unlike a normal Parisian apartment, the plumbing ( 水 管 ) worked. ____37____Our building even had a tiny lift with a female voice that said, “Ouverture des portes,” in perfect French. That is the only French phrase I mastered, and it’s a shame I don’t have much use for it.

Parisians are different from you and me. They never look lazy or untidy. As someone noted in this paper a couple of weeks ago, they eat great food and never gain weight. ____38____ French strawberries do not taste like cardboard. Instead, they explode in your mouth like little flavor bombs.

____39____ On our first morning in Paris, I went around the corner to the food market to pick up some groceries. I bought a handful of perfectly ripe small strawberries and a little sweet melon. My husband and I agreed they were the best fruit we had ever eaten. But they cost $18!

In France, quality of life is much more important than efficiency.

You can tell this by cafés life

French cafés are always crowded.____40____When do these people work? The French take their 35-hour workweek seriously — so seriously that some labor unions recently struck a deal with a group of companies limiting the number of hours that independent contractors can be on call.

A. Not all the customers are tourists.

B. The quality of life in France is equally excellent.

C. There was a nice kitchen and a comfortable bed.

D. The amazing food is mainly consumed by local farmers.

E. That’s not the only reason the French eat less than we do.

F. Our aim was to see if we could live, in some way, like real Parisians.

G. The food is so delicious that you don’t need much of it to make you happy.

8.2021年新高考II卷

If the only reading you ever do is the novel or magazine, the speed at which you read -probably does not matter very much. But if you have to read a great deal for study, you will appreciate the benefits of being able to read more quickly. ____16____

·Before you open the book, make sure that you are comfortable. You need a seat which supports your back and the book should be at the right distance from your eyes. ____17____

____18____ Look at the table of contents, the preface, the chapter heading,etc.This will help you to decide whether you really need to read the whole book or only certain parts of it. Ten minutes spent in this way could save you quite a lot of time in the long run.

If you decide that you need to read the whole book, decide how much you can read at a time. ____19____ A history book which may contain the facts in story form will be easier to read than one dealing with scientific subjects. In the former case you may be able to read a chapter. In the latter you may only be able to read one page.

Always keep a pencil and paper beside you. ____20____Note also the facts important for your purpose as well as anything which leads you to further research. You don't have to write these things in detail. It is enough to put the page number and one or two words as a reminder.

A. Stop to have a rest now and then.

B. Spend a few minutes looking through the book.

C. This depends on the type of book you are reading.

D. Here are some tips to help improve your reading speed.

E. Make a note of any page which is of special importance.

F. You may find yourself having to learn something by heart.

G. Keep the room cool rather than warm to avoid feeling sleepy.

9.2021年全国甲卷

Swap, Don’t shop!

You keep hearing about recycling, right? But it doesn't end with bottles, cans, and paper. Clothing takes a huge amount of natural resources（资源）to make, and buying loads of new clothing（or throwing out old clothing）is not healthy for the environment. So what to do with all those perfectly-good-but-you're-maybe-a-little-sick-of-them clothes piled on your bedroom floor? ____16____. It's the best way to get rid of your used clothes, score clothes from your friends, and have a party all at the same time.

A successful swap depends on the selection of clothes, the organization of the event, and, obviously, how much fun is had. It's really easy to do! Here are a few pointers.

●Invite 5—10 people so you have a nice selection. ____17____ , and there may not be enough things to choose from; more than that, and it becomes uncontrollable.

●____18____. They should also prepare plenty of reusable bags to carry their "new" clothes home.

●Put different types of clothing on different surfaces in the room.____19____. Place a few mirrors around your room so people can see how things look when they try them on. One of the ground rules of the swap should be that everyone must try on the clothes before they take them—things always look different when you put them on.

●Set a starting time. Maybe you say “go,” or turn on a certain song, or whatever. ____20____. And don't forget to put out some cookies and fruits. Remember, it's a party!

A. Less people than that

B. Hold a clothing swap

C. If two people are competing

D. Just keep music playing throughout

E. Donate whatever clothes are left over

F. Have everyone put their clothes in the right spots

G. Tell everyone to bring clean clothes in good condition

10.2021年全国乙卷

According to Jessica Hagy, author of How to Be Interesting, it’s not difficult to make yourself interesting at a dinner party.

___36___, if you’re out of your comfort zone or if you’re wandering into somebody’s house for the first time. So the main thing is just to show up and be adventurous, trying different foods and talking to strangers.

People love to talk about themselves. If you can start the conversation with a question other than “What do you do for a living?”, you’ll be able to get a lot more interesting conversation out of whomever it is you’re talking to. ___37___, it can bring in “I have this old, broken-down vehicle” or “I rode the bus with these crazy people who were laughing at silly jokes in the back.” It just opens up conversation.

___38___? If you can’t take their wine away, you should certainly try to take away their soapbox （讲台）. If you’re the host, you can ask them to help you in the kitchen with something and just remove them from the situation.___39___.

And what about that other dinner-party killer: awkward silence? If you’re faced with an awkward silence at a dinner party, the only thing that always gets everyone talking again is to give the host a compliment（赞扬）. ___40___. Just quickly turn around and say, “This cake is extremely delicious and you have to tell me all about it.”

So being interesting at a dinner party isn’t that hard.

A. How do you know the host

B. The first step is to go exploring

C. If you ask the question “How did you get here?”

D. Be prepared to have awkward conversations with strangers

E. Or turn the conversation into a topic where they have little to say

F. What about that person who had too much to drink or won’t stop talking

G. He or she is the person who is feeling the weight of that awkwardness the most

11.2021年北京卷

Music has long been considered to be an enjoyable pastime for many people． ____1____ The mental health benefits from music can't be argued．Music could also be helping you with many other health problems behind the scenes．

____2____However，for the same reason，music can be very beneficial if one is in pain．By distracting （分心） the mind from the pain，music，people say，can lower stress and anxiety levels．This，of course，can lead to less pain．

Many people enjoy relaxing music in the evening prior to going to bed．____3____While the validity of the idea is still being assessed，the lowered stress can even be tied back to blood pressure．Similarly, according to researchers，listening to just 30 minutes of soft music every day may help with healthy blood sugar levels， through the lowering of stress and anxiety．

When it comes to heart health，there is speculation （推测） that it's not the style of music， but rather the tempo that makes it so good for your heart health．In one European study，participants listened to music as the researchers monitored their heart rates and blood pressure．____4____ On the other hand，when the music slowed，the participants' stress and anxiety levels became lower and the effects on heart rates appeared to follow suit．

___5____But there is a whole range of other health issues that turning up the radio could be beneficial for，which is what makes music so valuable．

A. This feeling can also result in many other health problems．

B. Some experts say that music can be harmful if it is too loud．

C. This idea is a little off-the-wall but still has scientific backing．

D. They say it can play a big role in calming the brain enough to sleep．

E. The implications of music on overall well-being are really impressive．

F. It is also highly popular due to the individualized effects on stress and anxiety．

G. Interestingly，the more cheerful the music was，the faster their heart rates were．

12.2021年6月浙江卷

You've got mail…and it's a postcard

Paulo Magalhaes, a 34-year-old Portuguese computer engineer, loves to open his mailbox and find a brightly colored picture of Rome's Colosseum. Or Africa's Victoria Falls. Or China's Great Wall. ___11___

"I often send postcards to family and friends." he says to China Daily, "but you can imagine that after a while, you never receive as many as you send, and you realize that not everyone is into it ___12___ ” Seeking other like-minded souls, however, Paulo started looking in a somewhat unlikely place: online. Many would say the Internet is a place for people who have given up on the traditional postal service, but Paulo's hunch（直觉）paid off.

Today his hobby has developed into the website postcrossing.com, a social network that has grown to 575,217 registered users in 214 countries and regions since he started it 10 years ago. ___13___ Running the website has almost turned into a full-time job.

Language is certainly a harrier for many people. For postcrossing to work worldwide, a common communication language is needed so that everyone can understand each other. As cool as it may be to receive a postcard written in Chinese, the concept doesn't work if one doesn't understand it. ___14___ So a common language is required and in postcrossing that's English since it's widely spoken.

"Many people in China have limited exposure to English. ___15___ That said, we know of many postcrossing members, including Chinese, who have actually improved their English skills through their use of postcrossing," Paulo says.

A. And that's totally fine

B. That makes it extra hard to learn and practice it

C. He likes to think of sending postcards as a family-friendly hobby

D. Many love to make a connection with someone from across the world.

E. On August 5, the number of postcards exchanged by members topped 31 million.

F. Similarly, if you speak only Chinese, receiving a card in Swedish takes part of the fun away.

G. In short, he loves postcards, and the excitement of getting a hand-written note from someone far away.

2021年1月浙江卷

You run into the grocery store to pick up one bottle of water. You get what you need, head to the front, and choose the line that looks fastest.

You chose wrong. People who you swear got in other lines long after you are already checked out and off to the parking lot. ___11___

It turns out, it's just math working against you; chances are, the other line really is faster.

Grocery stores try to have enough employees at checkout to get all their customers through with minimum delay. ___12___Any small interruption - a price check, a chatty customer-can have downstream effects, holding up an entire line.

If there are three lines in the store, delays will happen randomly at different registers. Think about the probability:____13____So it's not just in your mind: Another line probably is moving faster.

Researchers have a good way to deal with this problem. Make all customers stand in one long, snaking line- called a serpentine line - and serve each person at the front with the next available register. ___14___This is what they do at most banks and fast-food restaurants. With a serpentine line, a long delay at one register won't unfairly punish the people who lined up behind it. Instead, it will slow down everyone a little bit but speed up checkout overall.

____15____It takes many registers to keep one line moving quickly, and some stores can't afford the space or manpower. So wherever your next wait may be: Good luck.

A. Why does this always seem to happen to you?

B. So why don't most places encourage serpentine lines?

C. Some of the may have stood in a queue for almost an hour.

D The chances of your line being the fastest are only one in three.

E. How high is the probability that you are in the fastest waiting line?

F. With three registers, this method is much faster than the traditional approach.

G. But sometimes, as on a Sunday afternoon, the system gets particularly busy.