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阅读理解 解密03 细节理解（分层训练）
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1.A【2021·英语全国甲卷】
A Take a view, the Landscape（风景）Photographer of the Year Award, was the idea of Charlie Waite, one of
today's most respected landscape photographers.Each year, the high standard of entries has shown that the Awards
are the perfect platform to showcase the very best photography of the British landscape.Take a view is a desirable
annual competition for photographers from all comers of the UK and beyond.
Mike It was an extremely cold winter's evening and freezing fog hung in the air. I
Shepherd(2011) climbed to the top of a small rise and realised that the mist was little more than a few
Skiddaw in feet deep, and though it was only a short climb, I found myself completely above it
Winter and looking at a wonderfully clear view of Skiddaw with the sum setting in the west. I
Cumbria, used classical techniques, translated from my college days spent in the darkroom into
England Photoshop, to achieve the black—and—white image（图像）.
Timothy
I was back in my home town of Macclesfield to take some winter images.
Smith(2014)
Walking up a path through the forest towards Shutlingsloe. a local high point, I came
Macclesfield
across a small clearing and immediately noticed the dead yellow grasses set against
Forest
the fresh snow. The small pine added to the interest and I placed it centrally to take
Cheshire,
the view from the foreground right through into the forest.
England
1．Who would most probably enter for Take a view?
A．Writers. B．Photographers. C．Painters. D．Tourists.
2．What do the works by Shepherd and Smith have in common?
A．They are winter images.
B．They are in black and white.
C．They show mountainous scenes.
D．They focus on snow—covered forests.
2.A【2021·全国高考乙卷】
The Biggest Stadiums in the World
People have been pouring into stadiums since the days of ancient Greece. In around 80 A．D．, the Romans
built the Colosseum, which remains the world’s best known stadium and continues to inform contemporary design.
Rome’s Colosseum was 157 feet tall and had 80 entrances, seating 50,000 people. However, that was small fry
compared with the city’s Circus Maximus, which accommodated around 250,000 people.
These days, safety regulations-not to mention the modern sports fan’s desire for a good view and comfortable
seat—tend to keep stadium capacities（容量） slightly lower. Even soccer fans tend to have a seat each; gone arethe days of thousands standing to watch the match.
For the biggest stadiums in the world, we have used data supplied by the World Atlas list so far, which ranks
them by their stated permanent capacity, as well as updated information from official stadium websites.
All these stadiums are still funtiona1, still open and still hosting the biggest events in world sport.
·Rungrado 1st of May Stadium, Pyongyang D．P.R. Korea. Capacity: 150,000. Opened: May 1,1989.
·Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, Michigan, U. S. Capacity: 107,601. Opened: October 1, 1927.
·Beaver Stadium, State College, Pennsylvania, U. S. Capacity: 106,572. Opened: September 17, 1960.
·Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio, U. S. Capacity: 104,944. Opened: October 7,1922.
·Kyle Field, College Station, Texas, U. S. Capacity: 102,512. Opened: September 24, 1927.
1．How many people could the Circus Maximus hold?
A．104,944. B．107,601. C．About 150,000. D．About 250,000.
2．Of the following stadiums, which is the oldest?
A．Michigan Stadium. B．Beaver Stadium. C．Ohio Stadium. D．Kyle Field.
3．What do the listed stadiums have in common?
A．They host big games. B．They have become tourist attractions.
C．They were built by Americans. D．They are favored by architects.
3. 【2020·全国新课标III】A
Journey Back in Time with Scholars
Classical Provence（13days）
Journey through the beautiful countryside of Provence，France，with Prof. Ori Z. Soltes. We will visit some of
the best-preserved Roman monuments in the world. Our tour also includes a chance to walk in the footsteps of Van
Gogh and Gauguin. Fields of flowers, tile-roofed（瓦屋顶）villages and tasty meals enrich this wonderful
experience.
Southern Spain（15days）
Spain has lovely white towns and the scent（芳香）of oranges，but it is also a treasury of ancient remains
including the cities left by the Greeks，Romans and Arabs. As we travel south from Madrid with Prof. Ronald
Messier to historic Toledo，Roman Merida and into Andalucia, we explore historical monuments and architecture.
China’s Sacred Landscapes（21days）
Discover the China of“past ages，its walled cities，temples and mountain scenery with Prof. Robert Thorp.
Highlights（精彩之处）include China’s most sacred peaks at Mount Tai and Hangzbou’s rolling hills，waterways
and peaceful temples. We will wander in traditional small towns and end our tour with an exceptional museum in
Shanghai.
Tunisia（17days）
Join Prof. Pedar Foss on our in-depth Tunisian tour. Tour highlights include the Roman city of Dougga，the
underground Numidian capital at Bulla Regia, Roman Sbeitla and the remote areas around Tataouine and
Matmata，uique for underground cities. Our journey takes us to picturesque Berber villages and lovely beaches.
1. What can visitors see in both Classical Provence and Southern Spain？A. Historical monuments. B. Fields of flowers.
C. Van Gogh’s paintings. D. Greek buildings.
2. Which country is Prof. Thorp most knowledgeable about？
A. France. B. Spain. C. China. D. Tunisia.
3. Which of the following highlight the Tunisian tour？
A. White towns. B. Underground cities. C. Tile-roofed villages. D. Rolling hills.
4.【2020·全国新课标I】A
Train Information
All customers travelling on TransLink services must be in possession of a valid ticket before boarding. For
ticket information，please ask at your local station or call 13 12 30.
While Queensland Rail makes every effort to ensure trains run as scheduled，there can be no guarantee of
connections between trains or between train services and bus services.
Lost property(失物招领)
Call Lost Property on 13 16 17 during business hours for items lost on Queensland Rail services.
The lost property office is open Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:00pm and is located(位于)at Roma Street
station.
Public holidays
On public holidays, generally a Sunday timetable operates. On certain major event days，i.e.
Australia Day, Anzac Day, sporting and cultural days, special additional services may operate.
Christmas Day services operate to a Christmas Day timetable，Before travel please visit translink. com. au or
call TransLink on 13 12 30 anytime.
Customers using mobility devices
Many stations have wheelchair access from the car park or entrance to the station platforms.
For assistance, please Queensland Rail on 13 16 17.
Guardian trains (outbound)
Depart Origin Destination Arrive
6:42pm Altandi Varsity Lakes 7:37pm
7:29pm Central Varsity Lakes 8:52pm
8:57pm Fortitude Valley Varsity Lakes 9:52pm
11:02pm Roma Street Varsity Lakes 12:22am
1．What would you do get ticker information?
A．Call 13 16 17. B．Visit translink .com.au.
C．Ask at the local station. D．Check the train schedule.
2．At which station can you find the lost property office?
A．Altandi. B．Roma Street. C．Varsity Lakes. D．Fortitude Valley.3．Which train would you take if you go from Central to Varsity Lakes?
A．6:42 pm. B．7:29 pm. C．8:57 pm. D．11:02 pm.
5.【2020·全国新课标II】A
The Lake District Attractions Guide
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens
History, Culture & Landscape(景观). Discover and enjoy 4 centuries of history, 5 acres of celebrated and
award-winning gardens with parkland walk. Owned by the Hasell family since 1679, home to the International
Marmalade Festival. Gifts and antiques, plant sales, museums & Mediaeval Hall Tearoom.
Open:29 Mar-29 Oct，Sun to Thurs.
Tearoom，Gardens & Gift Shop:10.30-17.00(16.00 in Oct).
House:11.15-16.00(15.00 in Oct)
Town: Pooley Bridge & Penrith
Abbot Hall art Gallery & Museum
Those viewing the quality of Abbot Hall’s temporary exhibitions may be forgiven for thinking they are in a
city gallery. The impressive permanent collection includes Turners and Romneys and the temporary exhibition
programme has Canaletto and the artists from St Ives.
Open: Mon to Sat and Summer Sundays. 10.30 -17.00 Sumner.10.30 -16.00 Winter.
Town:Kendal
Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery
Discover, explore and enjoy award-winning Tullie House, where historic collections, contemporary art and
family fun are brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. There are four fantastic galleries to visit
from fine art to interactive fun, so there’s something for everyone!
Open: High Season 1 Apr – 31 Oct: Mon to Sat 10.00 – 17.00, Sun 11.00 – 17.00.
Low Season 1 Nov – 31 Mar: Mon to Sat 10.00 – 16.30, Sun 12.00 – 16.30.
Town: Carlisle
Dove Cottage & The wordsworth Museum
Discover William Wordsworth’s inspirational home. Take a tour of his Lakeland cottage, walk through his
hillside garden and explore the riches of the collection in the Museum. Visit the shop and relax in the café.
Exhibitions, events and family activities throughout the year.
Open: Daily, 09.30 – 17.30 (last admission 17.00).
Town: Grasmere
1．When is the House at Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens open on Sundays in July?
A．09.30-17.30. B．10.30-16.00. C．11.15-16.00. D．12.00-16.30
2．What can visitors do at Abbot Hall Art Gallery & Museum?
A．Enjoy Ronney’s works.
B．Have some interactive fun.
C．Attend a famous festival.
D．Learn the history of a family3．Where should visitors go if they want to explore Wordsworth’s life?
A．Penrith. B．Kendal. C．Carlisle. D．Grasmere.
6.B【2021·英语全国甲卷】
Port Lympne Reserve, which runs a breeding (繁育) programme, has welcomed the arrival of a rare black
rhino calf (犀牛幼崽). When the tiny creature arrived on January 31, she became the 40th black rhino to be born at
the reserve. And officials at Port Lympne were delighted with the new arrival, especially as black rhinos are known
for being difficult to breed in captivity (圈养).
Paul Beer, head of rhino section at Port Lympne, said: “Obviously we're all absolutely delighted to welcome
another calf to our black rhino family. She's healthy, strong and already eager to play and explore. Her mother,
Solio, is a first-time mum and she is doing a fantastic job. It's still a little too cold for them to go out into the open,
but as soon as the weather warms up, I have no doubt that the little one will be out and about exploring and playing
every day.”
The adorable female calf is the second black rhino born this year at the reserve, but it is too early to tell if the
calves will make good candidates to be returned to protected areas of the wild. The first rhino to be born at Port
Lympne arrived on January 5 to first-time mother Kisima and weighed about 32kg. His mother, grandmother and
great grandmother were all born at the reserve and still live there.
According to the World Wildlife Fund, the global black rhino population has dropped as low as 5500, giving
the rhinos a “critically endangered” status.
1．What does Paul Beer say about the new-born rhino?
A．She loves staying with her mother. B．She dislikes outdoor activities.
C．She is in good condition D．She is sensitive to heat.
2．What similar experience do Solio and Kisima have?
A．They had their first born in January. B．They enjoyed exploring new places
C．They lived with their grandmothers. D．They were brought to the reserve young
7. C【2020·全国I】
Race walking shares many fitness benefits with running, research shows, while most likely contributing to
fewer injuries. It does, however, have its own problem.
Race walkers are conditioned athletes. The longest track and field event at the Summer Olympics is the 50-
kilometer race walk, which is about five miles longer than the marathon. But the sport’s rules require that a race
walker’s knees stay straight through most of the leg swing and one foot remain in contact (接触) with the ground at
all times. It’s this strange form that makes race walking such an attractive activity, however, says Jaclyn Norberg,
an assistant professor of exercise science at Salem State University in Salem, Mass.
Like running, race walking is physically demanding, she says, According to most calculations, race walkers
moving at a pace of six miles per hour would burn about 800 calories(卡路里) per hour, which is approximately
twice as many as they would burn walking, although fewer than running, which would probably burn about 1,000
or more calories per hour.
However, race walking does not pound the body as much as running does, Dr. Norberg says. According to herresearch, runners hit the ground with as much as four times their body weight per step, while race walkers, who do
not leave the ground, create only about 1.4 times their body weight with each step.
As a result, she says, some of the injuries associated with running, such as runner’s knee, are uncommon
among race walkers. But the sport’s strange form does place considerable stress on the ankles and hips, so people
with a history of such injuries might want to be cautious in adopting the sport. In fact, anyone wishing to try race
walking should probably first consult a coach or experienced racer to learn proper technique, she says. It takes
some practice.306
1．Why are race walkers conditioned athletes?
A．They must run long distances.
B．They are qualified for the marathon.
C．They have to follow special rules.
D．They are good at swinging their legs.
2．What advantage does race walking have over running?
A．It’s more popular at the Olympics.
B．It’s less challenging physically.
C．It’s more effective in body building.
D．It’s less likely to cause knee injuries.
3．What is Dr. Norberg’s suggestion for someone trying race walking?
A．Getting experts’ opinions.
B．Having a medical checkup.
C．Hiring an experienced coach.
D．Doing regular exercises.
8. B【2020·全国新课标II】
Some parents will buy any high-tech toy if they think it will help their child, but researchers said puzzles help
children with math-related skills.
Psychologist Susan Levine, an expert on mathematics development in young children the University of
Chicago, found children who play with puzzles between ages 2 and 4 later develop better spatial skills. Puzzle play
was found to be a significant predictor of cognition(认知) after controlling for differences in parents’ income,
education and the amount of parent talk, Levine said.
The researchers analyzed video recordings of 53 child-parent pairs during everyday activities at home and
found children who play with puzzles between 26 and 46 months of age have better spatial skills when assessed at
54 months of age.
“The children who played with puzzles performed better than those who did not, on tasks that assessed their
ability to rotate(旋转)and translate shapes,” Levine said in a statement.
The parents were asked to interact with their children as they normally would, and about half of children in the
study played with puzzles at one time. Higher-income parents tended to have children play with puzzles more
frequently, and both boys and girls who played with puzzles had better spatial skills. However, boys tended to playwith more complex puzzles than girls, and the parents of boys provided more spatial language and were more
active during puzzle play than parents of girls.
The findings were published in the journal Developmental Science.242
1．In which aspect do children benefit from puzzle play?
A．Building confidence. B．Developing spatial skills.
C．Learning self-control. D．Gaining high-tech knowledge.
2．What did Levine take into consideration when designing her experiment？
A．Parents’ age. B．Children’s imagination.
C．Parents’ education. D．Child-parent relationship.
3．How do boy differ from girls in puzzle play?
A．They play with puzzles more often.
B．They tend to talk less during the game.
C．They prefer to use more spatial language.
D．They are likely to play with tougher puzzles.
9. C【2020·全国新课标III】
With the young unable to afford to leave home and the old at risk of isolation(孤独), more families are
choosing to live together.
The doorway to peace and quiet, for Nick Bright at least, leads straight to his mother-in-law, she lives on the
ground floor, while he lives upstairs with his wife and their two daughters.
Four years ago they all moved into a three-storey Victorian house in Bristol — one of a growing number of
multigenerational families in the UK living together under the same roof. They share a front door and a washing
machine, but Rita Whitehead has her own kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living room on the ground floor.
“We floated the idea to my mum of sharing at a house,” says Kathryn Whitehead. Rita cuts in: “We spoke
more with Nick because I think it’s a big thing for Nick to live with his mother-in-law.”
And what does Nick think? “From my standpoint, it all seems to work very well. Would I recommend it? Yes,
I think I would.”
It’s hard to tell exactly how many people agree with him, but research indicates that the numbers have been
rising for some time. Official reports suggest that the number of households with three generations living together
had risen from 325,000 in 2002 to 419,000 in 2013.
Other varieties of multigenerational family are more common. Some people live with their elderly parents;
many more adult children are returning to the family home, if they ever left. It is said that about 20% of 25-34-year-
olds live with their parents, compared with 16% in 1991.The total number of all multigenerational households in
Britain is thought to be about 1.8 million.
Stories like that are more common in parts of the world where multigenerational living is more firmly rooted.
In India, particularly outside cities, young women are expected to move in with their husband’s family when they
get married.
1. Who mainly uses the ground floor in the Victorian house in Bristol?
A. Nick. B.Rita. C.
Kathryn D. The daughters.
2. What is the author’s statement about multigenerational family based on?
A. Family traditions. B. Financial reports. C. Published statistics. D. Public opinions.
B
分层练
1.【江苏省苏州市常熟市2022-2023学年高三12月阶段性抽测二】
Internet Genealogy (族谱) is your guide to successful genealogy research using the World Wide Web. We also
recognize, however, that the Internet isn’t necessarily the only source for research, so Internet Genealogy will also
tell you what to do if you cannot find the records you need and how to confirm your findings. The magazine also
covers advanced genealogical methods such as DNA analysis, as well as software and technology reviews, case
studies, databases and other internet-related family history topics.
$27. 95 Print 1 year (6 issues)
$19. 95 Digital 1 year (6 issues)
Your Genealogy Today is a how-to genealogy magazine. People who are trying to discover their family roots
know that there is no “master plan” that tells you how to conduct your research. While some ancestral lines can be
traced back several generations with relatively little effort, others can only be discovered after painstaking research.
Your Genealogy Today recognizes that there are hundreds, maybe thousands, of different records and methods that
may apply to your own research.
$25. 00 Print 1 year (6 issues)
$17. 95 Digital 1 year (6 issues)
History Magazine opens a window on the past, providing believable stories about how our world became the
place it is today. Written from a North American perspective, History Magazine’s articles are clear, informative
and insightful and come supported by beautiful images and maps. History Magazine breathes life into stories of
the past, telling tales of both critical moments and everyday life with passion and spirit.
$24. 95 Print 1 year (6 issues)
$17. 95 Digital 1 year (6 issues)
1．Who is Internet Genealogy targeted at?
A．Engineers who are expert at software. B．Those who are fond of stories of family history.
C．Those who show interest in genealogy research. D．Researchers who are doing DNA analysis.
2．How much will you pay for Your Genealogy Today (Digital) for two years?
A．$17. 95. B．$25. 00. C．$19. 95. D．$35. 90.
3．Which of the following could be included in History Magazine?
A．North African perspective. B．Stories of past lives.
C．Studies of family roots. D．Advanced genealogical methods.2.【河南省TOP20名校2022-2023学年高三上学期12月调研考】
Below is a list of activities that will get you excited and add a bit of fun into your schedule at the same time.
Ready, set, play!
Join a team sport
Playing sport as part of a team can help you get active while making friends and feeling part of your
community. This list of links will lead you through to sports clubs and fixtures across the state, or you can use the
My Community directory to search for your sport of choice.
Make date night active night
Date night (or any time you hang with loved ones or friends) doesn’t have to be spent sitting in a cinema. Get
active on your next date by going bowling, playing laser tag or paintball, or sinking balls at minigolf.
Catch and kick
Anyone with kids will know that sometimes entertaining them takes priority over looking after your own
health. Kill two birds with one stone and take them to the park to kick a footy or throw a ball back and forth. Once
everyone’s practised their kicking, throwing and catching skills, take things to the next level by asking them to
throw or kick long and make you run for it.
Take the stairs
An oldy but a goody, taking the stairs instead of a lift is great for working the major muscle groups in the legs.
It might not seem like the most fun option for a workout, but you can fit a surprising amount of activity into every
day by taking the stairs whenever they are an option. And if you get hooked(喜欢上), you can even become a
competitive stair climber.
1．Where is this text probably taken from?
A．Public health and wellbeing. B．Research and reports.
C．News and events. D．Strategic direction.
2．What is the advantage of Join a team sport?
A．You have more time for morning exercise.
B．You have a better way of communication.
C．It is a way to work the major muscle in legs.
D．You will get an expert direction in the group.
3．Which would a father choose if he wanted to play with his 5—year—old son?
A．Join a team sport B．Take the stairs
C．Catch and kick D．Make date night active night
3.【2023届高三第一次学业质量评价（T8联考）】
Leaving our hostel in the centre of Phnom Penh, we climb inside our small Tuk Tuk cabin attached to the back
of Kiwi’s motorbike; a bottle of water in one hand and a surgeon-style mask in the other we set off on our 45-
minute commute. It is a familiar start to the day for me and two other volunteers. We are setting out to work in an
orphanage just outside Cambodia’s capital city.The morning rush hour in Phnom Penh is crowded and chaotic. Kiwi directs our path between the trucks, 4×4
Lexus’ and countless motorbikes, which often carry entire families. We reach the dusty highway, masks and
sunshades firmly in place to protect our eyes and lungs. A mixture of concrete buildings and huts exist along the
side of the road among a sea of rubbish. The residents often smile and wave as we pass by.
We turn onto a farm track. The last part of our journey is a roller coaster, jumping out of potholes (路面坑洼)
and turning to avoid falling off the sinking road. We pass huts on stilts (木桩), skinny cows and farm yards where
children jump and scream upon seeing us. The stream along the side of the road is almost bone dry and vegetation
is rare across the fields.
Finally we arrive at our destination: the oasis (令人快慰的地方) is Samrong Farm. By the gates, a group of
10-year-old children compete in the area of marbles. We’re greeted by the shouts of “Cha, cha(short for ‘teacher’)!”
from several other kids gathering round. As we climb out of our vehicle, the sun is already hot and the oasis is as
dry as the fields surrounding it. In such conditions you would imagine life to be hard, but you wouldn’t know it to
see the warm smiles and hear the laughter of the residents at Samrong Orphanage.
Compared to children in the Western World they have little and yet they give so much in generosity of spirit
and enthusiasm for every day. Despite the journey, it is so good to arrive at work in the morning.
1．Where was the author going?
A．To Samrong Orphanage. B．To the oasis of Samrong.
C．To the capital of Cambodia. D．To the centre of Phnom Penh.
2．What word can be used to describe Kiwi?
A．Disciplined. B．Confident. C．Devoted. D．Ambitious.
3．What did they see along the farm track?
A．Dry bones. B．Shy children.
C．Almost bare fields. D．A roller coaster beside it.
4．What can we learn from the story?
A．Enthusiasm of the children. B．Comfort of riding a motorbike.
C．Beauty of working in the morning. D．Pleasure of being in a different culture.
4.【河南省TOP20名校2022-2023学年高三上学期12月调研考】
Recently, researchers at Yale did a groundbreaking study that found that parents had enormous power to
reduce their child’s anxiety,even if the child didn’t do anything different.
The study involved 124 parents and their children, aged 7 to 14, who had been diagnosed with anxiety
disorders. Half the children received 12 weekly sessions of cognitive(认知的)behaviour therapy(治疗). The other
half received no therapy at all，but their parents received 12 weekly sessions to guide them on how to respond to
anxiety in their children.
Parent therapy focused on helping parents reduce their accommodation behaviour, which are the behaviour
that make anxiety more possible. These behaviour included parents supporting avoidance, over-comforting,
changing the environment to avoid anything that might fuel anxiety, accommodating obsessive-compulsive(强迫
症)behaviour(either by joining in or making way for them). For example,if a parent received loads of text messagesa day from an anxious child, that parent gradually reduced the number of text messages he or she sent back to two
or three. Parents of children who were refusing or avoiding school because of anxiety-driven stomachaches were
taught to respond with something like,“I know you are feeling upset right now, and I know you will be
okay,”before sending the child to school.
The results were remarkable. Children in both groups showed the same reduction in anxiety, regardless of
whether they or their parents received suggestions. On top of this, the relationship between the parent and child was
better in the group where only the parents received therapy. If you have stood with a child during anxiety,you
would probably be way too aware of the sense of helplessness that can swamp them. When anxiety lays a heavy
hand, it can understandably be tough for our children to open up to doing something different. What this research is
telling us is that we don’t need them to. Even without involving their children, parents have enormous power to
reduce anxiety in their children by changing the way they respond to anxiety.
1．What are the two therapies intended for?
A．One for children and one for parents.
B．Both for children’s cognitive behaviour.
C．Both for parents’ anxiety and behaviour.
D．Both for children with anxiety and bad deeds.
2．Why should parents reduce sent-back messages when receiving so many?
A．To let experts give some advice.
B．To show their ignorance to them.
C．To reduce the children’s anxiety.
D．To give children too much comfort.
3．What does the result of the research show to us?
A．Children’s ways to deal with anxiety are vital.
B．Parents’ proper behaviors are more important.
C．Children’s cognitive behaviors should be guided.
D．Children are short of experience in treating anxiety.
4．What should a parent do in treating children’s anxiety?
A．Change himself. B．Give advice quickly.
C．Take them to doctors. D．Get into their behaviors.
5.【江苏省镇江南京部分学校九校2022-2023学年高三上学期12月学情调研联考】
Exams are nerve-racking, especially for those already of an anxious disposition. The silence of the hall; the
ticking of the clock; the beady eye of the invigilator; the smug expression of the person sitting at the neighboring
desk who has finished 15 minutes early. It therefore seems hardly surprising that those who worry about taking tests
do systematically worse than those who do not.
What is, perhaps surprising, according to the research published recently in Psychological Science by Maria
Theobad at the Leibniz Institute for Research and Information in Education and her colleagues, is that it is not the
pressure of the exam hall which causes the problem. It is the pressure of revision.What Dr Theobald found was that anxiety on the day of the test did not predict exam performance at all. What
did predict it was the level of knowledge a student displayed in the mock exam and the earlier digital learning
activities. Those who performed well in these also did well in the real thing, regardless of how anxious they were
on the day.
What actually hampered students, it turned out, were high levels of anxiety during the weeks before the exam
took place. The greater a student’s anxiety in the days before the exam the lower his or her knowledge gain was
during that period, leaving that student with less helpful material in mind during the exam itself.
And this is a positive discovery, for it suggests a change of approach to revision by the anxious might help
improve their results.
Dr Theobald notes that test-anxiety is at its worst when students have low expectations of success and
simultaneously know that passing the exam is exceedingly important. To reduce this anxiety, she proposes a two
fold strategy for students to consider as they revise.
First they can raise their belief in their own abilities by reminding themselves of just how much they know.
Second, they can weaken the significance of the test by reminding themselves that, while it is important, it is not a
life or death situation.
1．According to the research, which of the following can help to predict a student’s bad results in exams?
A．The exam hall is silent during the exams.
B．He is very much afraid of the exams.
C．He feels great pressure from his classmates.
D．He displayed low-level knowledge gain in his revision.
2．A student’s exam performance can be predicted based on____________.
A．The level of his anxiety on the exam day.
B．His scale of knowledge shown in the mock exam.
C．His digital learning abilities during the exam.
D．His good performance in the real exam.
3．What does the underlined word “hampered” mean in Paragraph 4?
A．helped. B．encouraged.
C．stimulated. D．blocked.
4．What can students do to reduce their exam anxiety?
A．Have more confidence in their abilities.
B．Value the importance of passing the exam.
C．Have low expectations of success.
D．Deny the significance of the text.
