高考英语专项练习题.doc

2023-2024学年高考英语专项真题试卷练习——动词的时态和语态1.（湖南省炎德名校2023-2024学年高三试题）The sense of calm, well-being and pleasure that I feel when I’m hearing birdsong (support) by research.2.（湖南省炎德名校2023-2024学年高三试题）So, when you take a walk outdoors or go for a hike, (listen) for the birds that share your ce.3.（湖南省益阳市南县第一中学2023-2024学年高三试题）As we know, China’s Belt and Road Initiative______ (motivate) more countries to cooperate more closely so far.4.（湖南省永州一中2023-2024学年高三试题）Over the past few years, China (see) a risein young consumers interested in internal brands and products that incorporate traditional Chinese style and culture, a trend known as guochao.5.（湖南省岳阳市湘阴校联考2023-2024学年试题）Since the Chinese highly qualified silk (make) its fame to the western countries, the merchants sought the opportunity of trading Chinese silk along this route and gained a great fortune.6.（湖南省岳阳市湘阴校联考2023-2024学年试题）Many people took part and numerous goods (trade) in the great international trade at that time.7.（湖南省长沙麓山国际实验学校2023-2024学年高三试题）First manufactured in Shanghai in the 1940s, White Rabbit wasn’t only a household name in China, it also (use) as gifts for foreign dignitaries(政要).8.（湖南省长沙市第一中学2023-2024学年高三试题）China’s modernization process over the past four decades____ (create) a new context where there is a partnership between the ancient and modern, gnerating something new and genuine.9.（湖南省长沙市第一中学2023-2024学年高三试题）This new technology (be) as important then as the Internet is today for spreading of knowledge and communication.10.（湖南省长沙市南雅中学2023-2024学年高三试题）The neighborhood (change) over the decades, but the theater still stands tall and is currently managed by the National Peking Opera Company.11.（湖南师范大学附属中学2023-2024学年高三试题）To commemorate the occasion, China Post （issue）a collection of stamps in December（2021）.12.（湖南师范大学附属中学2023-2024学年高三试题）During his lifetime, Wang （pen）more than 1, 000 poems.13.（湖南天壹名校联盟2023-2024学年高三大联考试题）The “Spring Fair”, featuring diverse Chinese cultural activities, (hold) on Sunday at the Garden of Serenity, a traditional Chinese garden in Santa Lucija, Malta.14.（湘豫名校联考2023-2024学年高三试题）It is a result of art and time. The tone of guqin is quiet and distant. The guqin (favor) by the literati(文人)in ancient China.15.（湘豫名校联考2023-2024学年高三试题）The earliest piece of guqin in China, unearthed in Hubei province in 2016, (date) back to the Zhou Dynasty. The body of a guqin is made of lacquered wood(漆木)and the strings of twisted silk.16.（湖南省常德市临澧一中2023-2024学年高三试题）Maliao village is famous for its silver jewellery. In fact, Miao silver jewellery (list) as National Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2006.17.（湖南省常德市临澧一中2023-2024学年高三试题）Since that year, most young craftsmen (return) to their hometown and found a bright future.18.（湖北省武汉市硚口区2023-2024学年高三质检）Tea picking (become) a habit for her over the past five years. After she is done, Tsering Yangdron goes back home, where she also runs a homestay.19.（湖北省武汉市硚口区2023-2024学年高三质检）“We have come up with a dish of fresh tea buds fried with eggs,” she said. A kilogram of fresh tea buds (sell) for 300 yuan.20.（湖北省孝感市重点高中协作体2023-2024学年高三试题）It represents the traditional cultural heritage of the Han ethnic group in China. Hanfu embodies the elegance, grace, and beauty of ancient Chinese civilization. In the last few years it (make) a comeback.21.（湖北省孝感市重点高中协作体2023-2024学年高三试题）Certain hanfu has a colorful reflective effect, as shiny decorative powders (stamp) into the cloth.22.（湖北省黄冈市2023-2024学年高三调研试题）Taiping Village, 40 kilometers north of Lingjiatan, has a volunteer team called “Taiping Women”, which (found) by Wang Zilian several years ago. 23.（湖北省宜荆荆恩2023-2024学年高三起点试题）Despite the word “snail” in its Chinese name, actual snails don’t commonly appear in the dish, but (use) to flavor the soup.24.（江苏省2023-2024学年高三名校联考检测试题）One day when she (cycle) to school, she bumps into a handsome student named Souta, who turns out to be a “Closer” — a person charged with “closing doors to another world”.25.（江苏省前黄高级中学2023-2024学年高三学情检测）The center (launch) in June on Zhenxing Road to help relieve the pressure on many of those running its 435 street stalls, many of whom are migrant workers from around the country without local relatives to help take care of their children. 26.（江苏省镇江第一中学2023-2024学年高三学情检测）According to a recent report archaeologists______ (restore) more than 140 Terracotta Warriors.27.（江苏省镇江市2023-2024学年高三试题）The story of the deep friendship between poet Gao Shi and the master of romantic poetry Li Bai (offer) a glimpse into the star-studded history of the Tang era.28.（2024届江苏省徐州市沛县高三模拟）Under the theme of “Chinese language plus arts”, the series______ (comprise) of two parts the first part of which contains four episodes, each featuring one artist.29.（2024届江苏省徐州市沛县高三模拟）In the first episode, Wu, one director of Fine Arts Experimental Art School at the academy (share) his creation procedure of The Heaven of Nine Levels, a hand-carved piece inspired by Shan Hai Jing.30.（江苏省百校联考2023-2024学年高三试题）Chen Bing is one of the inheritors (传承人) of the Chen-style taijiquan. He (practise) it since he was six years old under the guidance of his uncles, Chen Xiaowang and Chen Xiaoxing.31.（江苏省常熟市2023-2024学年高三10月抽测试题）It was a big day for Liu Jing, an overseas Chinese student in Paris. She (work) with her friends for three months on an exhibition.32.（江苏省常熟市2023-2024学年高三10月抽测试题）In mid 2022, the French brand Dior introduced its new collection by using China’s traditional mamianqun element without being acknowledged by relevant Chinese institutions. The French brand (criticize) due to the incident.33.（江苏省常州市八校2023年高三10月联合调研）He said he felt very good. He (follow) by Wang, the first female Chinese astronaut who had entered China’s ce station.34.（江苏省常州市八校2023年高三10月联合调研）“I want to tell my daughter, mom returned afterreaching for the stars,” she said. Ye (exit) last from the capsule.35.（江苏省常州市联盟校2023-2024学年高三10月调研试题）Altman said the technology could (use) for disinformation, emotional manipulation, or even “target drone strikes.”36.（江苏省常州市联盟校2023-2024学年高三10月调研试题）Lewina Lee, lead author of the study, said, “A lot of evidence ___ (suggest) that exceptional longevity( 长寿) is widely accompanied by a longer n of good health and living without disability.37.（江苏省常州市十校2023年高三联合调研）Any normal person sometimes experience disappointment, ambitions and the loss of loved ones. But for many people, these matters of human existence (transform) into an abnormal state of deir.38.（江苏省东台中学2023-2024学年高三10月试题）Despite the word “snail” in its Chinese name, actual snails don’t commonly appear in the dish, but (use) to flavor the soup.39.（江苏省灌南高级中学2023-2024学年高三试卷）Consequently, cybercrime coming in many different forms______ (become) a huge problem in recent years.40.（江苏省灌南高级中学2023-2024学年高三试卷）Cybercriminals took advantage of a weakness in a server,______ (assess) the company’s files and demanded a large sum of money.41.（江苏省连云港高级中学2023-2024学年高三试题）At the entrance to the villages, a grand “torch tower”, standing more than 20 metres high and made of pine branches and dry firewood, (decorate) with fresh flowers and fruits.42.（江苏省连云港外国语学校2023-2024学年高三试题）Carson proves that a simple literal form that has been passed down through the ages can still (employ) today to draw attention to important truths.43.（江苏省南京市五校2023年高三联考试题）“The on-loan program (highlight) close partnerships and scientific cooperation between China and other countries.44.（江苏省南京外国语学校2023-2024学年高三试题）Last November, traditional tea processing techniques and associated social practices in China (add) to the UNESCO Representative List ofthe Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.45.（江苏省南京外国语学校2023-2024学年高三试题）“For centuries, the scent of tea leaves (offer) nutrition to this land. This intangible cultural heritage of tea processing techniques is deeply rootedin people’s everyday life.”46.（江苏省南通市如皋市2023-2024学年度高三调研试题）Wearing traditional Li costumes, and fishing in streams_____ (be) among visitors’ favorite activities. Danzhou has also attracted visitors by organizing sports events.47.（江苏省南通市如皋市2023-2024学年度高三调研试题）By Aug 19, Haihua Island (receive) over 1 million tourists during the summer vacation.48.（江苏省苏州中学校2023-2024学年高三试题) Besides their obvious monetary value, they all carry their own cultural value as well. For example, on the back of the 5-yuan banknote Taishan Mountain in Shandong.49.（2024届河北省百师联盟高三联考）He mentioned that the Chinese market is significant for jade products, and his business (operate) in China for 10 years.50.（河北省衡水市第二中学2023-2024学年高三检测试题）Among his impressive consideration_____ (be) Harvard, Stanford, and MIT.二单项选择1．I___________ for a lecture this afternoon, so I’m afraid I won’t be able to meet you at the airport.A．have prepared B．will have preparedC．have been preparing D．will be preparing2．In recent years, a global campaign ______ by the ce Agency to promote further development of the manned aviation.A．launched B．has launched C．was launched D．has been launched 3．—The works of art on show were beautiful indeed.—True. It’s a pity that we ________ to take photographs in the museum.A．didn’t allow B．hadn’t allowedC．weren’t allowed D．haven’t been allowed4．By the time my mother came back from work, my sister and I ______ supper and were waiting for her at the table.A．have cooked B．had cooked C．were cooking D．would cook5．The medical worker, along with his colleague, ________ thousands of citizens in the last three years.A．serves B．servedC．have served D．has served6．It’s reported that many houses________ at present in the disastrous area.A．have built B．are built C．are being built D．have been built7．Food supplies in this area________ out. We must act now before there is none left.A．are running B．will run C．have run D．run8．My father________ for ten years but he has given it up because of his illness.A．smokes B．smoked C．had smoked D．has smoked9．All passengers object to transferring to the next flight ________ they ________ a proper explanation.A．though; will make B．unless; are givenC．if; will give D．because; are made10．I ________ a new alarm clock the other day at Taylor’s when I heard someone singing a familiar song.A．bought B．was buying C．has bought D．would buy11．The boss finally decided to send Ken to Kunming for a business trip, for he ______ there for five years and is familiar with the city.A．works B．would work C．had worked D．has been working 12．Jenny, along with two boys in our school, ______ to London to attend an international meeting the other day.A．are invited B．is invited C．were invited D．was invited13．I’m well aware that I shouldn’t have got angry with John — He me; he really meant it for the best.A．hadn’t criticized B．wasn’t criticizingC．wouldn’t criticize D．hadn’t been criticizing14．Thompson has two plans, neither of ________ to be practical.A．them seem B．which seems C．which seeming D．that seem15．Today the number of people learning Kerean in China _________ increasing rapidly.A．were B．was C．are D．is16．My parents always remind us that by no means ________ no respect for our teachers.A．we show B．did we showC．should we show D．we should show17．—Bob has gone to Shanghai.—Oh, can you tell me when he_________?A．has left B．left C．is leaving D．would leaving 18．—Have you played the piano for a long time?—Yes, since I _________ the Aiqin Club.A．joined B．joins C．had joined D．has joined 19．—What’s the weather forecast for tomorrow?—Sorry, I was on the phone and ______ most of it.A．had missed B．missed C．would miss D．was missing 20．Increased light pollution globally means that the starry nights that once inspired artist such as Vincent van Gogh ________ much more difficult to observe over the past century.A．become B．have become C．became D．are becoming21．The number of people who own a car ______ in the past 10 years.A．increases B．has increased C．increased D．have increased22．Up to now large quantities of money ______________ to help those suffering from the floods.A．have collected B．has been collected C．have been collected D．will have collected 23．Not until I began to work did I realize how much time ______.A．had wasted B．had been wastedC．have wasted D．have been wasted24．Various measures ________ in the years ahead to boost the economic development A．are taken B．have been taken C．were taken D．will be taken25．Delete the short message at once! Many a man _________by such tricks up to now.A．are taken in B．is taken inC．have been taken in D．has been taken in26．In that accident his sight ______, but many people have given him a lot of help.A．had lost B．had missed C．was lost D．was missing27．She says that each of us has a role in making the earth a better place to live in.A．to have played B．to playC．to be played D．to be playing28．The teacher suggested that much attention should the spelling mistakes.A．pay for B．pay toC．be paid for D．be paid to29．—What do you think of his teaching method?—It should be popular; it _____ practical.A．proves B．is proved C．has been proved D．was proved30．They blamed the failure on George. Actually, he ________.A．is not to blame B．is to blame C．is not to be blamed D．should not blame三语篇填空Passage 1（2024届河北省廊坊市重点高中联考试题）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

2025届高考英语复习：专项（语法填空＋阅读理解＋应用文写作）好题练习Ⅰ.语法填空2024ꞏ广东广州调研说明文225词★★★★☆Recently, Guangzhou has successfully hosted the 2023 Understanding China Conference, the 5th World Media Summit, and other significant events, once again highlighting its role as1.________ window for the world to comprehend China's high-quality development. So,2.________ Guangzhou? Let's find out.3．________ (gain) a deeper understanding of China, one must experience its history and culture. With a history of over 2，000 years and a rich cultural heritage, Guangzhou offers a variety of historical and cultural 4.________ (treasure). In this city, you can sip (呷) a cup of coffee while watching Cantonese opera in Yongqingfang or taste Cantonese dim sum (点心) while gazing at Western-style architecture on Shamian Island.The economy is another crucial aspect in understanding China. In recent years, Guangzhou has 5.________ (active) participated in the Belt and Road international cooperation, gradually 6.________ (establish) an all-round, multi-level, and wide-ranging pattern of opening-up. As a thousand-year-old commercial city known for the Canton Fair, Guangzhou has drawn 7.________ (globe) attention with its open genes and prosperous economy.Connecting with the world also requires a highly 8.________ (develop) transportation network. Guangzhou has constructed a modern three-dimensional transportation system that links airports, seaports, railway ports, and digital ports, providing easy access 9.________ both domestic and foreign participants.Guangzhou's openness, inclusiveness, vitality, and innovative spirit make it an ideal choice for hosting international events, which, in turn, 10.________ (help) the economic and social development of the city.Ⅱ.阅读理解A2022ꞏ全国乙卷应用文276词★★★★☆Henry Raeburn (1756－1823)The ExhibitionThis exhibition of some sixty masterpieces celebrating the life and work of Scotland's best loved painter, Sir Henry Raeburn, comes to London. Selected from collections throughout the world, it is the first major exhibition of his work to be held in over forty years.Lecture SeriesScottish National Portrait (肖像画) Gallery presents a series of lectures for the general public.They are held in the Lecture Room. Admission to lectures is free.An Introduction to Raeburn Sunday 26 Oct., 15：00 DUNCAN THOMSON Raeburn's English Contemporaries Thursday 30Oct., 13：10JUDY EGERTONCharacters and Characterisation in Raeburn's Raeburn and Artist's Training in the 18thPortraits Thursday 6 Nov., 13：10 NICHOLAS PHILLIPSONCentury Thursday 13 Nov., 13：10 MARTIN POSTLEExhibition TimesMonday-Saturday 10.00-17.45Sunday 12.00-17.45Last admission to the exhibition: 17.15. There is no re-admission.Closed: 24-26 December and 1 January.Admission￡4. Children under 12 years accompanied by an adult are admitted free.Schools and CollegesA special low entrance charge of ￡2 per person is available to all in full-time education, up to and including those at first degree level, in organised groups with teachers.1．What is the right time for attending Raeburn's English Contemporaries?A.Sun. 26 Oct. B．Thurs. 30 Oct.C.Thurs. 6 Nov. D．Thurs. 13 Nov.2．How much would a couple with two children under 12 pay for admission?A.￡4. B．￡8.C.￡12. D．￡16.3．How can full-time students get group discounts?A.They should go on Sunday mornings.B.They should come from art schools.C.They must be led by teachers.D.They must have ID cards with them.B2024ꞏ东北三省质检Ⅱ说明文324词★★★★☆SWOT satellite is scheduled to be launched on Thursday morning to conduct a comprehensive survey of Earth's vital__resource. By using advanced microwave radar technology it will collect height-surface measurements of oceans, lakes and rivers in high-definition detail over 90% of the globe. It's really the first time to observe nearly all water on the planet's surface.The major mission is to explore how oceans adjust climate change by absorbing atmospheric heat and carbon dioxide in a natural process. Oceans are estimated to have absorbed more than 90% of the extra heat trapped in the Earth's atmosphere by human-caused greenhouse gases. SWOT will scan the seas and precisely measure fine differences in surface elevations (高度) around smaller currents and eddies (涡流), where much of the oceans' decrease of heat and carbon is believed to occur. “Studying the mechanism will help climate scientists answer a key question: What the turning point is at which oceans start releasing, rather than absorbing, huge amounts of heat back into the atmosphere and speed up global warming, rather than limiting it，”said Nadya Shiffer, SWOT's program scientist.By comparison, earlier studies of water bodies relied on data of rivers or oceans taken at specific points, or from satellites that can only track measurements along a one-dimensional line, requiring scientists to fill in data gaps through extrapolation (外推法). Thanks to the radar instrument, SWOT can scan through cloud cover and darkness over wide ranges of the Earth. This enables scientists to accurately map their observations in two dimensions regardless ofweather or the time of day and to cover large geographic areas far more quickly than was previously possible.“Rather than giving us a line of elevations, it's giving us a map of elevations, and that's just a total gamechanger，”said Tamlin Pavelsky, SWOT's freshwater science leader.4．What do the underlined words “vital resource” in the first paragraph refer to?A．Technology. B．Climate.C．Oceans. D．Water.5．What is the major mission of SWOT satellite?A．To identify when global warming is worsened.B．To explore where oceans absorb heat and CO2.C．To study how oceans influence climate change.D．To explain why greenhouse gases come into being.6．What makes it possible for SWOT to measure precisely?A．The high-definition computer.B．Advanced radar technology.C．The three-dimensional image.D．An accurate map of elevations.7．Which can be the best title for the text?A．A Solution to Climate ChangeB．A Breakthrough in Space TravelC．The Successful Launch of SWOT SatelliteD．The First Global Water Survey from SpaceⅢ.应用文写作[2024ꞏ济南市高三模拟]假定你是校学生会主席李华，时值春暖花开，万物复苏，请你围绕“走进春天，锻炼身体”这一主题，在校英文报上发一封倡议书，要点如下：1．倡议的目的；2．具体内容；注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

班级考号姓名总分一、志愿服务1.（2023.3福建模拟）假定你是李华，上周日你校举办了以“The Power of Voluntary Work”为主题的演讲比赛。

请你为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括：1.参加人员；2.比赛过程；3.活动反响。

2.（2023.5江苏苏州模拟）教育部发文要求每个中小学生都要参与志愿服务。

寒假将至，假设你是校学生会主席李华，请你在校英语报上发表一封倡议信。

内容包括：1.志愿者活动的益处；2.可以开展的志愿者活动；3.发出倡议。

3.（2021年浙江模拟）假定你是李华，为响应你校“人人争当志愿者”的号召，上周末你和同班同学到幸福养老院开展了志愿服务活动。

请你为校英文报写篇报道，内容包括：1.活动目的；2.活动内容；3.你的感受。

班级考号姓名总分二、科技1.（2023湖北武汉模拟）你校上周举办了以“智创科技触碰未来”为主题的科技节活动。

请为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括：1.活动目的；2.活动内容；3.活动反响。

参考词汇：智创科技触碰未来Innovation and technology, touching the future2.(2023广东模拟）假定你是李华，你校经常开展丰富多彩的科创活动，你的外国朋友John 发邮件向你了解相关情况，请给他回一封邮件，内容包括：1.活动的内容；2.活动的意义。

科创：scientific innovation3.假如你是李华，你校将举办以"人工智能与生活"为主题的科技创新大赛（the Science and Technology Innovation Contest）。

请你用英语为本次活动写一则宣传稿，内容包括∶1.比赛目的∶2.主题与内容;3. 参赛方式。

班级考号姓名总分三、交通1.（2022.3浙江模拟新闻报道）假定你是李华，上周五你校组织了一场交通安全知识讲座。

请你为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括：1. 参加人员；2. 讲座过程；3. 活动意义2.每年交通事故会导致许多伤亡。

50分阅读限时满分练(五)(限时35分钟)Ⅰ.阅读理解(共15小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)A(2021·安徽合肥二模)CVCC’s High School ProgrammeCareer-technical programmes at Cuyahoga Valley Career Centre allow students flexible career paths with advanced knowledge to prepare them for college and work.Electrical SystemsEach student is provided with trade-related classroom training that produces competency and pride that lead to true craftsmanship. Learn how to use many of the latest tools and technologies with hands-on training in our fully equipped lab. The programme’s diversified coursework gives students a strong foundation in electrical systems installation and repair, in addition to receiving skill training, working and earning a paycheque on the job.Engineering TechnologyYou’ll learn engineering concepts and technology such as applied logic, digital electronics, computer-aided design, robotics and computer-integrated manufacturing. The project-based approach lets you apply your skill to real situations. In practice, you’ll pick your own real-world problems to solve and get ready for a college engineering programme.Sports Medicine Exercise ScienceThis science-based programme combines lectures, hands-on labs and critical thinking activities with all of the latest fitness technology. Students have the unique opportunity to learn in exercise and sports environments alongside exercise and sports professionals using advanced medical techniques to prevent and heal injuries. Upon completion of the programme, students may earn college credits at various Ohio universities. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA(Grade Point Average) and “C” or better in Biology.Education ProfessionEducation Profession introduces college-minded students to the field of education. This foundational course benefits all education majors regardless of specialty. Observation and field experiences provide the first-hand experience you need to decide if a career in education is for you. Admission is with high school counselor(顾问) recommendation only.1.Which programme offers students pay?A.Electrical Systems.B.Engineering Technology.C.Sports Medicine Exercise Science.cation Profession.2.What is special about Sports Medicine Exercise Science?A.It is targeted at college students in Ohio.B.It is aimed at training professional athletes.C.It only admits applicants with recommendation.D.It has academic requirements for applicants.3.What can we infer about the programmes mentioned in the text?A.They are science-related.B.They are technology-centred.C.They stress practical training.D.They guarantee admission to college.B(2021·宁夏银川高三教学质量检测)Chinese cuisine is widely known and enjoyed all around the world. Who doesn’t long for a favourite Chinese dish? But there is one interesting concept concerning Chinese food which is almost unheard of in the West, and which is becoming increasingly ignored by the youth of the East—the ancient custom of “tonic food”.Tonic food is food which is consumed to improve one’s well-being or avoid sickness. For instance, it was once the custom for new mothers to eat a sesame oil(麻油) hot pot every day for the first month after giving birth. It was believed that this dish would benefit the muscles, reduce pain, improve circulation, stimulate sweating, and warm the body. Some foods, such as mutton and spinach(菠菜), are seen as “hot”, while others, such as Chinese cabbage and radish(樱桃萝卜), are seen as “cold”. One should be careful not to eat too much of either “hot” or “cold” food. However, how much “hot” or “cold” food one should eat depends on the time of the year, how the food is prepared and what it is prepared with, and the individual’s health.The custom of tonic food for a healthier life also influences the catering industry. Chinese herbal medicines, such as wolfberry(枸杞), can be found on many restaurant menus, either added to fruit tea or as a beneficial addition to a dish. These herbs attract customers, such as over-worked office staff, in need of a modest pick-me-up.So, whether you need to boost your strength with a large helping of chicken soup, or increase your mental powers with a serving of pig’s brain soup, you may find that this ancient Chinese custom could be just the tonic you are looking for.4.What is the present situation of tonic food?A.It is catching less attention.B.It is enjoyed by many young people.C.It is well-known worldwide.D.It is becoming increasingly popular.5.What is believed to benefit new mothers?A.Chinese cabbage.B.Fruit tea.C.Sesame oil hot pot.D.Pig’s brain soup.6.What does the underlined word “catering” mean in paragraph 3?A.Medicine.B.Restaurant.cation.D.Fashion.7.What can be a suitable title for the text?A.The Charm of Chinese CuisineB.The Popularity of Tonic FoodC.An Introduction to Chinese Tonic FoodD.Differences between Hot Food and Cold FoodC(2021·黑龙江齐齐哈尔二模)A new study looks at how pets provide important support through petting, cuddles(拥抱), and a frequent physical presence. This is especially key when people feel lonely.The researchers interviewed 32 people aged 59 to 83. Pets included dogs, cats, birds, etc. More than 90% of the people spoke about touch in the relationship with their pets. “Participants often described touch-based interactions with their pets as being comforting or relaxing in a way that contributed to their overall well-being,” the researchers say. “For our participants, comfort is the sense of being somehow cared for by another being.”Many people in the study spoke about how their pets just seemed to “know” when they weren’t feeling well and they’d move to get physically near them. Different pets were better at providing comfort, some participants insisted. Many said cats were more relaxing than dogs, while others said dogs could be relaxing as long as they were “the right kind of dog”. But almost all pets provided some sort of comfort to their owners when it came to touch.Janette Young, lecturer in health sciences at the University of South Australia, and her team uncovered an interesting thing about the pet-human relationship. People in the study often spoke about how their animals demanded to be petted or seemed to take joy in the interaction. This, in turn, made the humans feel good.The researchers suggest that pets can be “helpful in reducing touch deprivation(匮乏)” and the benefits can come from all kinds of pets. This connection can be particularly important in health care and senior care settings where patients and workers are less likely to be able to see friends and family; yet touch is important and can improve health and happiness.Pets can also offer benefits that in some cases people can’t offer. “Relationships with pets are different to those with humans,” Young says. “Animals don’t judge and are always with us.”8.About what did some participants hold different opinions?A.What pets were better at providing comfort.B.Whether pets could make them feel relaxed.C.How they felt when their pets touched them.D.When pets could notice their owners’ discomfort.9.What did Janette Young find about the pet-human relationship?A.It is full of judgments.B.It turns out temporary.C.It benefits both parties.D.It is determined by pets.10.What may researchers suggest hospitals do?A.Encourage pet connection programmes.B.Raise pets to reduce human touch.C.Select the best pet companions.D.Order workers’ friends to pay visits.11.What is the main idea of the text?A.Humans need spiritual support.B.Pet-human interactions are common.C.Lonely people like living with pets.D.Pets offer humans touch-based comfort.D(2021·山东日照一模)Looking for a place to take a rest, sip a cup of coffee and have a furry companion? Welcome to animal-themed cafes.In recent years, the combination of pets and catering has become incredibly popular in many cities throughout China. While many cafes started out offering the company of cats and dogs, others are expanding their range. Some cafes include animals like squirrels, raccoons(浣熊) and even capybaras(水豚).Many Internet users have commented that their main reason for visiting these businesses is to interact closely with animals they have only seen from afar.“The customers love animals. They are curious about these pets and want to raise one at home but circumstances don’t allow it,” said pet cafe owner Tian Rui. Liu Jing, a Beijing resident who works in finance, loves pigs, but her parents would not endorse her getting one as a pet. The 24-year-old had to admire the animals through videos and images. But now, she can have close contact with an adorable pig every weekend in a pet cafe.Also, these pet cafes serve as a shelter for those who find comfort in being around animals. “In this place, you can get close to the cute little ones in a very comfortable way without having to worry about safety and hygiene(卫生)—overall, it is an extremely comfortable experience,” said Zhao Ming from Tianjin, a frequent pet cafe visitor.Animal lovers also expect the pet cafes to change people’s attitudes towards pets. Animals like ducks, pigs and sheep have been served as food for many years. People hardly see them as pets. But the pet cafes help shift their attitude from seeing them as playthings to regarding them as family members or close friends.“Whether at home or in stores, these little animals are there for companionship and they bring warmth to our hearts. They care and understand just like family members. They give us much more than the love we give to them,” Zhao said.12.Why do people visit pet cafes?A.To pursue inner peace.B.To appreciate animal images.C.To experience a clean environment.D.To have close contact with animals.13.What does the underlined word “endorse” in paragraph 4 mean?A.Believe in.B.Approve of.C.Prevent.D.Suspect.14.We can conclude from paragraph 6 that pet cafes may.A.change our views of animalsB.teach us how to look after pets betterC.show us the importance of having petsD.remind us to value our family and friends15.Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A.Cafes Enjoy Great PopularityB.Ideal Shelters for Lovely AnimalsC.Animals Turn into CompanionsD.Animal Lovers from Different CitiesⅡ.七选五(共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)(2021·江苏淮安高三适应性联考)If you’re looking to maximise the amount of fat burning in your next workout, think about having a coffee half an hour before you get started. 16Researchers found that 3 milligrams(毫克) of caffeine per kilogram of body weight can raise the rate of fat burning during aerobic(有氧的) exercise. 17 The coffee dose was shown to increase maximal fat oxidation rate(脂肪氧化率) by an average of 10.7 percent in the morning and 29 percent in the afternoon.The recommendation to exercise on an empty stomach in the morning to increase fat oxidation is common. 18 It is still unknown whether this increase is due to exercising in the morning or due to going without food for a longer period of time.19 Caffeine is often associated with improved athletic performance, though the science behind this link isn’t as comprehensive as it could be. In later cycling tests after the caffeine had been given, thefat-burning capability of the body was measured, showing the impact that caffeine had made on MFO. Maximum oxygen uptake was also raised, as was the intensity(强度) of exercise.The results of the study showed that acute caffeine intake 30 minutes before performing an aerobic exercise test increased MFO during exercise regardless of the time of day.20 Overall, these results suggest that a combination of acute caffeine intake and exercise at moderate intensity in the afternoon provides the best solution for individuals seeking to increase whole-body fat oxidation during aerobic exercise.A.It is based on the results gathered from 15 male volunteers.B.However, this recommendation may lack a scientific basis.C.Evidence is mounting that morning exercise is good for your health.D.A new study suggests it can make a significant difference to fat burning.E.They are clear enough to suggest that there is some kind of association there.F.Researchers have found that if cyclists take more caffeine, they will ride much faster.G.Researchers were keen to look in detail at the relationship between caffeine and exercise.50分阅读限时满分练(五)【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。

班级考号姓名总分（一）(ham--heat)A. 根据所给中文，写出单词的正确形式。

1 He was __________(英俊) and generally the center of attention wherever he was.2 I thought he __________(处理) the situation very well.3 My grandfather is getting old and can't __________(听) very well.4 With the __________(庄稼) finished, I was able to relax with an easy mind.5 No one knows exactly what __________(发生) but several people have been hurt.B. 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

1 I hate __________ when people talk about me behind my back.2 The shirts __________(hang) on the line were blowing in the breeze.3 Fresh fruit and vegetables form an important part of a __________(health) diet.4 I'd __________(happy) offer to help him if I thought it would make any difference.5 This group of chemicals is known to be harmful __________ people with asthma(哮喘).6 He had hardly collected the papers on his desk __________ the door burst open.7 After a short __________(heat) argument, he agreed to pay the cost in cash.8 We must ensure that tourism develops __________harmony with the environment.9 This necklace __________(hand) down to my mother by my grandmother.10 We ___________(head) towards Kunming when our truck broke down.C. 根据中文及所给单词，完成句子。

2024届高考英语（新高考通用）压轴真题专项练习——阅读理解CD篇（观念、事理、现象类）命题预测强的时代感。

从近年全国卷和各地高考试卷中科普类阅读命题的统计来看，高考阅读理解科普类文章的理论性和逻辑性强、生词多、句式结构复杂体现。

命题尊重语篇的文体特征和行文特点，考查了考生理解说明文语篇的能力，以及灵活运用各种阅读策略提取、归纳所读信息的能力，尤其加大了对概括能力和推断能力等高阶思维能力的考查。

预测1、说明文基本规律及解题要领高考中科普类阅读理解一般不给标题，反而经常要求考生选择最佳标题。

说明文一般采用如下四部分：首段：一般即是文章的主题段，开门见山点明新发明或研究对象。

背景: 交代问题的现状或研究的起因。

主干: 部分介绍研究所取得的突破，作者往往会详细介绍研究对象、研究方法、研究理论或具体的实验、统计等过程。

结尾: 通常会再次对中心进行概括、重述研究成果、预计的市场未来等与主题呼应。

二、说明文的解题技巧1. 运用语篇结构（text structure），了解文章大意科普说明文主题鲜明、脉络清晰，行文结构模式较为固定。

弄清文本结构有助于把握文章主旨和阅读重点。

观念事理现象类说明文阐述抽象事理、现象的成因、原理、本质、规律等内容。

结构上一般采用上述四个部分，说明手法上常使用以下说明方法：描述法（包括举例子、下定义、列数据等）、因果法、问题与比较法。

实验研究型文章一般会以实验的过程进展为线索，多用描述法、问题与对策法等方法，通过列数据、做对比等来说明新的科学研究发现及其产生的影响。

阅读时，首先用略读法快速浏览每段的首尾句，根据英语说明文思维模式特征，作者一般都会开门见山，直奔主题。

结尾通常也是中心思想的概括，并与导语相呼应。

因此在做主旨大意、写作意图和最佳标题等题目时，需要重点关注首尾段落里面高频复现的词汇和内容。

2. 定位标志词，分析长难句，进行逻辑推理判断每一个问题，在原文中，都要有一个定位。

然后精读，找出那个标志词或者中心句。

英语高考练习题一、阅读理解阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选择最佳选项。

AIn recent years, the popularity of e-books has soared as more people turn to digital devices for their reading needs. However, the debate between e-books and traditional paper books continues. Some argue that e-books are more convenient and environmentally friendly, while others believe that the tactile experience of paper books is irreplaceable.Questions:1. What is the main topic of the passage?A. The environmental impact of e-books.B. The rise in popularity of e-books.C. The debate over e-books versus paper books.D. The convenience of digital devices.2. What is one advantage of e-books mentioned in the passage?A. They are less environmentally friendly.B. They are more convenient.C. They provide a tactile experience.D. They are irreplaceable.BThe local community center is organizing a charity event next month. The event will include a bake sale, a raffle, and a silent auction. All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting the local children's hospital.Questions:3. What is the purpose of the charity event?A. To raise funds for a new community center.B. To support the local children's hospital.C. To promote the bake sale.D. To organize a raffle.4. Which of the following will not be part of the charity event?A. A bake sale.B. A raffle.C. A silent auction.D. A talent show.二、完形填空Read the following passage and fill in the blanks with the appropriate word from the choices given.The Smith family was on a vacation in the countryside. One day, they decided to explore a nearby forest. They packed a picnic lunch and set off early in the morning. As they walked deeper into the forest, they came across a beautiful lake. The children were excited and wanted to swim, but theirparents reminded them to be careful because the water was deep.5. The Smith family was on a vacation in the _______.A. cityB. countrysideC. beachD. mountain6. They came across a _______ while exploring the forest.A. mountainB. riverC. lakeD. waterfall三、语法填空Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the word given in brackets.The Internet has changed the way we communicate. Nowadays, people can easily stay in touch with friends and family no matter how far away they are. Social media platforms (1)_______ (allow) users to share their thoughts, pictures, and experiences with others instantly. However, it is important to remember that not everything posted online is (2) _______ (true).1. _______2. _______四、短文改错There are ten lines in the following passage with mistakes. Each mistake is either a missing word, an extra word, or the wrong word. Identify and correct the mistakes.I hope you are enjoying your holiday. I'm writing to tell you about my day today. This morning, I got up at six o'clock and had breakfast quickly. Then I went to the library to study for my English test. I am very busy these days because the test is coming soon. I have a lot of books to read and many exercises to do. I hope I can pass the test. Wish youall the best.五、书面表达Write an essay of about 120 words on the following topic:"The Importance of Learning English"In your essay, you should:- State the importance of learning English.- Provide reasons to support your opinion.- Give your conclusion.参考答案1. C2. B3. B4. D5. B6. C7. allow8. true短文改错- Line 1: No correction needed.- Line 2: Change "quickly" to "quick".- Line 3: Add "to" before "study".- Line 4: Change "am" to "have been".- Line 5: Change "is" to "are".- Line 6: Add "the" before "test".- Line 7: No correction needed.- Line 8: Change "Wish" to "I wish".- Line 9: No correction needed.- Line 10: No correction needed.书面表达English is a global language and learning it is of great importance. Firstly, it is widely used in international communication, business, and academia, making it essential for anyone who wants to engage with the world. Secondly, knowing English opens up。

高考英语阅读专项练习题语言知识运用（共25小题；每小题1分，满分25分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

AMemory is an incredibly important part of our lives, allowing us to store and retrieve information about the world around us. Unfortunately, many of us experience memory difficulties in our daily lives. Luckily, there are several techniques that can help improve memory. Here are a few:- Use Mnemonic Devices: Mnemonic devices are memory tools that help us remember certain pieces of information. For example, you might use the acronym HOMES to remember the names of the Great Lakes (Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, Superior). Another example is the phrase “My very eager mother just served us nine pizzas” to remember the order of the planets in our solar system (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto).-Repetition: Repetition is the act of repeating a piece of information. This technique is particularly useful for remembering short-term information. If you need to remember a phone number or a name, repeating it several times to yourself can help you commit it to memory. - Visualization: Visualization is the process of creating mental images to assist with memory. For example, if you need to remember a grocery list, you might create mental images of the items on the list. You could picture an apple in your mind, then a carton of eggs, then a loaf of bread, and so on.-Organization: Organizing information can also help improve memory.This might mean grouping similar items together, as in creating categories for different types of information. For example, if you are trying to remember a list of vocabulary words, you might group them together by similar meanings.- Sleep: Getting enough sleep is important for memory consolidation, the process of transferring short-term memories to long-term storage. Without sufficient consolidation, memories may be lost over time.-Exercise: Exercise has been shown to improve memory and cognitive function. A study conducted by the University of British Columbia found that regular aerobic exercise increases the size of the hippocampus, a brain region associated with memory.By using these techniques, you can improve your memory and ensure that important information is not forgotten.1. What is the main topic of the passage?A. The importance of sleepB. The benefits of exerciseC. Strategies to improve memoryD. The functions of the hippocampus2. What are Mnemonic Devices?A. Tools used to improve memoryB. Acronyms used to remember people's namesC. Devices used to measure memory retentionD. A type of visual aid3. What is the purpose of repetition?A. To improve cognitive functionB. To commit information to short-term memoryC. To create mental imagesD. To group similar pieces of information together4. Which of the following is an example of visualization?A. Repetitively practicing a piece of informationB. Creating mental images to assist with memoryC. Grouping similar items togetherD. Using acronyms to remember a list of items5. How can organization help improve memory?A. Grouping similar items togetherB. Using acronyms to remember a list of itemsC. Creating mental images to assist with memoryD. Repetitively practicing a piece of information答案及解析：1、答案：C，解析：本文主要介绍了几种提高记忆力的技巧，所以选C。

2022年高考英语一轮复习：书面表达读后续写专项练习题10篇一、读后续写1.阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。

During this past year, I*ve had three instances of car trouble. Each time these things happened, I was sick of the way most people hadn't bothered to help. One of those times, I was on the side of the road for close to three hours with my big Jeep. I put signs in the windows, big signs that said NEEDAJACK （千斤顶），and offered money. Nothing. Right as I was about to give up, a Mexican family in a small truck pulled over, and the father bounded out.He sized up the situation and called for his daughter, who spoke English. He conveyed trough her that he had a jack but that it was too small for the Jeep, so we would need something to support it. Then he got a saw （锯子）from the truck and cut a section out of a big log on the side of the road. We rolled it over and put his jack on top, and we were in business.I stared taking the wheel off, and then, if you can believe it, I broke his tire iron. No worries: He handed it to his wife, and she was gone in a flash down the road to buy a new tire iron. She was back in 15 minutes. We finished the job, and I was a very hoDuv man.The two of us were dirty and sweaty. His wife prepared a pot of water for us to wash our hands. I tried to put a $20 bill in the man*s hand, but he wouldn't take it, so instead I went up to the truck and give it to his wife as quietly as I could, I asked the little girl where they lived. Mexico, she said. They were in Oregon so Mommy and Daddy could work on a fruit farm for the next few weeks. Then they would go home.注意：1.所续写的短文词数应为150左右；2.应使用5个以上短文中标有下划线的关键词语；3.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已经为你写好；4.续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词。

高考英语阅读七选五专项训练（10题）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, 并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

选项中有两项为多余选项。

选项。

专项练习一专项练习一For over one hundred and fifty years, Americans of all social classes have worn blue jeans ． __1 __Whether they are worn for work or for fashion today ．Strauss' invention continues to be popular not only among Americans but also among people around the world ．Levi Strauss was born in Germany in 1829． 2 He grew up in Kentucky before moving to New York in 1847．Before becoming an American citizen and moving to the West in 1853, Strauss worked in his brother's dry goods business ．This gave him a chance to produce his famous invention ．After the gold rush of 1849, Strauss decided to move to the West to seek hi fortunes ．Strauss did not want to be a person who searched an area for minerals ．Instead, he knew he could make a good living by selling supplies to the miners ．At first, he planned to sell sewing supplies and cloth ． 3 When he heard miners complaining that their clothes were easily broken or they usually tore their pockets during mining, he decided to use a special fabric to m pants for the miners ．These pants proved so popular that he quickly ran out of materials to make more ．In In 1873, 1873, 1873, Strauss Strauss Strauss received received received a a a letter letter letter from from from a a a Jewish Jewish Jewish tailor tailor tailor named named named Jacob Jacob Jacob Davis Davis Davis who who who had had had invented invented invented a a a process process process of of of connecting connecting pockets with copper rivets （铆钉）.This made the pants last a long time ．Because Davis did not have the money to patent his idea, he offered to share it with Strauss if Strauss would agree to pay for the patent ． 4 ．By the time Strauss died in 1902, he had made a great contribution to American fashion ． 5 The business has been growing ever since and Levi Strauss' company is now one of the largest clothing companies in the world ．A ．As a young boy, he moved with his family to the United States ．B ．Nobody knew what kind of material was suitable ．C ．He did and Levi jeans have been made with metal rivets ever since ．D ．However, he did not get much business for those products ．E ．He also made a great contribution to America's clothing industry ．F ．Since they were invented by Levi Strauss, they have become a symbol of American consumer culture ．G ．As the business grew, Strauss got much money from it ．should eat more of the same kind of food eaten by humans living more than 10,000 years ago．1 _ 2___ .So they are called "diseases of civilization"lifestyle and this had led to new kinds of sicknesses．3 . However, a change in food is one of the main differences between life in ancient times and that of tod They did not have milk or any other dairy products, and they made very little use of grains．4___ 5 But scientists say that we would be much healthier if we eat much the same way the ancient people did, cuttingFor the rest of March, a disease will sweep across the US. It will keep kids home from school. 1 Employees will suddenly lose their ability to concentrate. The disease, k n own as ―March Madnessǁ, refers to the yearly 65 –nown as ―March Madnessǁ, refers to the yearly 65 – team US men’s college basketball tournament (锦标赛). __2 Teams Teams compete compete compete against against against each each each other other other in in in a a a single single single –– elimination (单局淘汰) ) tournament tournament tournament that that that eventually eventually eventually crowns crowns crowns a national a national champion. Nearly 20 million Americans will find themselves prisoners of basketball festival madness. The fun comes partly from guessing the winners for every game. Friends compete against friends. 3 Colleagues against bosses. Big – name schools are usually favored to advance into the tournament. But each year there are dark horses from littl –known universities. This adds to the madness. Watching a team from a school with 3,000 students beat a team from a school with 30,000many Americans, is an exciting experience. Two years ago, the little – known George Mason University was one of the final four teams. 4 College basketball players are not paid, so the game is more about making a name for their university and themselv__5 About $ 4 billion will be spent gambling (赌) on the event. According to Media Life magazine, the event will bring in $ 500 million in advertising income this year, topping the post – season income of every US professional league, including that of the NBA. A. Husbands against wives. B. The players will go all out for the games. C. But that doesn’t mean money isn’t involved.D. College students will ignore piles of homework. E. People are willing to spend more money on watching it. F. It begins on March 15 and lasts through the beginning of April. G. Many people had never even heard of the university before the tournament. Everyone knows that the Frenchmen are romantic, the Italians are fashionable and the Germans are serious. Are these ju stereotypes or is there really such a thing as national character? And if there is, can it affect how a nation succeed or fail? At least one group of people is certain that it can. A recent survey of the top 500 entrepreneurs (企业家) in the UK found that 70% felt that their efforts were not appreciated by the British public. Britain is hostile (敌意的) to success, they said. It has a culture of jealousy(嫉妒). 1 Jealousy is sometimes known as the ―green – eyed monsterǁ and the UK is its home.Scientists at Warwich University in the UK recently tested this idea. They gathered a group of people together and g each an imaginary amount of money. 2 Those given a little were given the chance to destroy the large amount of money given to others – but at the cost of losing their own. Two thirds of the people tested agreed to do this. __3 . But But there there there is is is also also also opposite opposite opposite evidence. evidence. evidence. The The The Organization Organization Organization for for for Economic Economic Economic Cooperation Cooperation Cooperation and and and Development Development Development recently recently reported that the UK is now the world’s fourth largest economy. That is not bad for people who are supposed to hate suc . People in the UK also work longer hours than anyone else in Europe. So the British people are not lazy, either. ―It is is not not not really really really success success success that that that the the the British British British dislike,ǁ dislike,ǁ dislike,ǁ says says says Carey Carey Carey Cooper, Cooper, Cooper, a a a professor professor professor of of of management management management at at at the the the University University University of of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology. ―It’s people using their success in a way that seems proud or unfair or wh separates them from their roots.ǁ4 They They set set set out out out to to to do do do things things things in in in their their their way. way. way. They They They work work work long long long hours. hours. hours. By By By their their their own own own efforts efforts efforts they they they become become become millionaires. millionaires. ___5 ___5 .It hardly seems worth following their example. If they were more friendly, people would like them more. And m .It hardly seems worth following their example. If they were more friendly, people would like them more. And m people want to be like them. A. This seems to prove that the entrepreneurs were right to complain. B. The one who owns most money in the end is the winner. C. As a result, the survey said, entrepreneurs were ―unloved, unwanted and misunderstood.ǁD. It is not true that British people are born jealous of others` success. E. Some were given a little, others a great deal. F. But instead of being happy they complain that nobody loves them. G. Perhaps it is the entrepreneurs who are the problem. ___1 When a starving man gets a meal, he begins to think about an overcoat; when an executive gets a new sports visions of country clubs and pleasure beats dance into view. The many wants of mankind might be regarded as making up several levels. 2 . The first and most basic level of wants involves food. Once this want is satisfied, a second level of wants appears: clothing some sort of shelter. By the end of World War II these wants were satisfied for a great majority of Americans. 3 ___ It included such items as automobile sand new houses. By 1957 or 1958 this third level of wants was fairly well satisfied. Then, in the late 1950s a fourth level of wants appe the ―life -enrichingǁ level. While the other levels involve physical satisfaction －the feeding, comfort, safety, and transportation of the human body －this level stresses mental needs for recognition, achievement and happiness. It includes a variety of good and and services, services, services, many many many of of of which which which could could could be be be called called called ―luxuryǁ ―luxuryǁ i tems. items. items. Among Among Among them them them are are are vacation vacation vacation trips, trips, trips, the the the best best best medical medical medical care, care, care, and and entertainment. 4 One this level, a greater percentage of consumer spending goes to services, while on the first three levels more is spen goods. Will consumers raise their sights to a fifth level of wants as their income increases, or will they continue to dem luxuries and personal services on the fourth level? A fifth level probably would involve wants that can be achieved best by community action. Consumers may be spendi more on taxes to pay for government action against disease, ignorance, crime and prejudice. 5 In this way, we can enjoy more fully the good things on the first four levels. A ．Then a third level appeared. B ．Human wants seem endless. C ．When there is money enough to satisfy one level of wants, another level appears. D ．There are several levels of wants in one’s life.E ．At this stage, we now may seek to ensure the health, safety, and leisure. F ．Also included here are fancy foods and the latest styles in clothing. G ．Different people have different wants on each level. We are all called upon to make a speech at some point in life, but most of us don’t do a very good job. 1 . So, you have to give a speech —and you are terrified. You get nervous, you forget what you want to say, you stumble （结结巴巴）over words, you talk too long, and you bore your audience. Later you think, ―Thank Goodness, it’s over. I’m jus not good at public speaking. I hope I never have to do that again.ǁCheep up! 2 . Here are some simple steps to take the pain out of speech making. Ask yourself the purpose of y speech. What is the occasion? Why are you speaking? Then, gather as many facts as you can on your subject. Spend plen your time doing your research. Then spend plenty of your time organizing your material so that your speech is clear and ea follow. Use as many examples as possible, and use pictures, charts, and graphs if they help you make your points more cle ___3 . Don’t talk over their heads, and don’t talk down to them. Treat your audience with respect. They will apprec your thoughtfulness. Just remember: Be prepared. Know your subject, your audience, and the occasion. Be brief. 4 . And be yourself. Let your personality come through so that you make person-to-person contact with your audience. If you follow these simple steps, you will see that you don’t have to be afraid of public speaking. In f act, you may find the experience so enjoyable that you volunteer to make more speeches! You’re not convinced yet? 5 . A. It doesn’t have to be that bad.B. Take several deep breaths before your speech. C. This article gives some advice on how to give a good speech. D. Say what you have to say and then stop. E. Don’t say what you aren’t familiar with.F. Never forget your audience. G. Give it a try and see what happens. There is an English saying:― 1 _.ǁ Until recently, few people took t he saying seriously. Now, however, doctors have begun to look into laughter and the effects it has on the human body.___ 2 ___ Tests were carried out to study the effects of laughter on the body. People watched funny films while doctors checked th hearts, blood pressure, breathing and muscles. It was found that laughter has similar effects to physical exercise. 3 _. If laughter exercises the body, it must be beneficial. Other tests have shown that laughter appears to be able to reduce the effect of pain on the body. In one experiment do produced pain in groups of students who listened to different radio programs. The group that tolerated(忍耐) the pain for the longest time was the group which listened to a funny program. 4___. ___5___. They have found that even if their patients do not really feel like laughing , making them smile is enoug produce beneficial effects similar to those caused by laughter. A. Laughter can prolong one’s life.B. As a result of these discoveries, some doctors in the United States now hold laughter clinics in which they help to improve their patients’ condition by encouraging them to laugh. C. The reason why laughter can reduce pain seems to be that it helps to produce a kind of chemicals in the brain whidiminish both stress and pain. D. It increases blood pressure, the heart beating and breathing; it also works several groups of muscles in the face, thestomach and even the feet. E. Although laughter helps cure the disease, doctors still can not put this theory into clinic practice. F. Laughter is the best medicine. G. They have found that laughter really can improve people’s health.Why do some people have many friends while others do not? 1___ However, it is not so. Let’s look at two psychological experiments which will give you the key to happy interpersonal relations. The first experiment is called the ―Hawthorne effectǁ after Hawthorne, Illinois, where the experiment took place. A group of of psychologists psychologists psychologists examined examined examined the the the work work work patterns patterns patterns of of of two two two groups groups groups of of of workers workers workers in in in the the the Western Western Western Electric Electric Electric Company. Company. 2 . . The The psychologists changed the working conditions for one group twice but left the other group alone. They were surprised to f that productivity increase on both occasions and in both groups. They concluded that the increase in productivity came from attention given to the workers by the management. It had increased their motivation (积极性) and so they had worked harder. In other words, if you take an interest in others , they will want to please you and you will have good relations with them. ___3 __After Martin Luther King, Jr was killed in the 1960s, a teacher, Jane Elliott, living in an all – white town decided to help her class of young children understand why the Civil Rights Movement had been necessary in America. She divided the class into two groups: one with blue eyes and the other with brown eyes. Other eye colours such as or green were excluded from his exercise. Then she told the class that brown – eyed people were cleverer than blue – eyed ones because of an agent (化学作用) for brown colour found in their blood. Blue – eyed people were stupid, lazy and not to be trusted. Jane Elliott did not need to say any more. The brown – eyed students quickly got used to their new role as the leaders of the class. The blue – eyed students became quiet and withdrawn. Then she discovered something very interesting. Four poor brown – eyed readers began to read fluently in a way they had never done before. 4___ .So if you want to be successful and happy, happy, take take take an an interest interest in in in others others whether whether they they they are are are your your your classmates classmates classmates or or or workmates. workmates. workmates. Congratulate Congratulate Congratulate them them them on on their their successes successes successes and and sympathize(同情) with them in their troubles. 5___ . A. Before the experiment the management talked to both groups of workers and explained that they wanted to find the best working environment for them. B. Remember that the way you treat others will decide their attitude and behaviour to you. C. The second experiment shows what happens to personal relations if you are rude to or ignore （忽略）others. D. The ones who have more friends usually are those who care about others. E. Jane Elliott had shown that the way people are treated affects not only their behaviour but also their confidence and their performance. F. You may even imagine that this ability was something they were born with because it seems so effortless to themG. The second experiment tells us what teachers said has a great effect on the students. The seven Cs of a good letter What is the secret of writing a good letter? Here are two main ones. Don’t try to be fancy. Don’t try to impress our reader. You will be successful if you follow these seven Cs. Clear. Clear. Use Use Use short, short, short, direct direct direct sentences. sentences. 1 T alk alk as as as if if if the the the reader reader reader were were were right right right there there there with with with you .Above you .Above all, all, don’t don’t don’t use use use an an introduction.. Correct. 2 Don’t guess, even for spelling. Refer to your dictionary. If you need to, check a reference book too. Use them as much as you need to. Complete. Don’t scatter our points. 3 This is good organization too. Courteous. Be friendly rather than overly casual. Present your information nicely even if you are complaining about something In all letters, treat others as you want them to treat you.. Concise. Make each point as clearly and briefly as you can.. Conversational. Conversational. This This This is is is really really really the the the secret secret secret of of of good good good writing writing writing , , 4 . . Such Such Such a a a letter letter letter has has has a a a natural, natural, natural, friendly friendly friendly tone. tone. tone. Let Let Let your your personality come through naturally. Considerate. 5 .Write about what you believe the reader needs or wants to know 。