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专题 17 阅读理解之七选五解题技巧
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题型特点
七选五是高考英语试卷阅读理解的第二节，一篇300字左右的短文中留出5个空白，要求考生从所给
的7个选项中选出最佳选项，使补全后的短文意思通顺、前后连贯。《考试说明》对该题型的命题目的表
述是“主要考查考生对文章的整体内容和结构以及上下文逻辑意义的理解和掌握”。该题型主要测试考生
的两大能力：一是把握整篇文章布局和结构能力，二是把握微观信息之间关联性的能力。
学
解题技巧
第一步：看位置⇨定类型
句子在段中的位置不同，所起的作用也不同。命题人之所以采用段首、段中和段尾三种挖空方式，正
是利用挖空位置的暗示作用和挖空上下文的提示作用，来考查考生的逻辑思维能力。段首、段中、段尾题
在文中所起的作用可归纳为下表：
挖空位置 逻辑关系 具体解读
主旨句 常以段落小标题或主题句的形式出现。
段首题
承上启下句 此空处的答案能够将上段和下段的内容连贯起来。
前后的某句是为了证明另一句而举的例子。例证的形式具有多样
性，思维过程基本是归纳(从例子到观点)和推理(从观点到例
例证关系 子)。常见的表示例证关系的标志词语有：for example, for
instance, in fact/as a matter of fact, actually, in other words/that is to
say等。
若空格前后两句之间是逻辑上的逆转， 则空格处很有可能表示
转折。表示转折关系的标志词语有： but, however, yet,
转折关系
while/though/although, or/otherwise, on the contrary, instead,
nevertheless(然而), still, in contrast/comparison, by comparison等。
段中题 表示因果关系的标志词语有：so, therefore, thus, consequently(结
因果关系
果), as a result (of), so/such ...that ..., so that ...等。
若空格前后两句之间是逻辑上的层进关系，则空格处很有可能是
个表示递进的句子。表示递进关系的标志词语有：too, also,
递进关系 besides, further, furthermore, moreover, likewise, similarly, what's
more, what's worse, in addition, as well, to make matters worse, not ...
but ..., not only ... but also等。
并列关系 表示并列关系的标志词语有：and, first(ly), second(ly); first,
then/next; to begin with, some ... others ...; for one thing, for another
thing; then/next, finally/last等。
段尾题 总结句 用于总结本段内容，常含有总结性的词语。承上启下句 此空处的答案能够将上段和下段的内容连贯起来。
典例1…（2020全国卷I）
A Few Tips for Self-Acceptance
We all want it... to accept and love ourselves. But at times it seems too difficult and too far out of reach. 36
Here’s a handful of ways that will set you in the right direction.
● 37 Do not follow the people who make you feel not-good-enough. Why do you follow them? Are you
hoping that eventually you will feel empowered because your life is better than theirs? Know that your life is your
own;you are the only you in this world.
E Set an intention for self-acceptance.
F. Stop comparing yourself with others.
G. When does the comparison game start?‘’Don’t forget to forgive yourself. _ 5 But it can rob you of
your self-confidence if you don’t do it.
D．Try to see things from your offender’s angle.
E．For some people，forgiving themselves is the biggest challenge.
F．To make your anger die away，try a simple stressmanagement technique.
G．If you wait for people to apologize，you could be waiting an awfully long time.
[分析] 设空在段中，先看前句E项中的信息forgiving themselves与前句意义一致，并且选项E与后
面的句子之间用but连接，有转折的语气，因此构成了一种意义上的对比关系，尤其是but这个词，更
加突出了对比的意义，因此选项E符合这里的意义和结构。
[答案] E
典例 2
Don’t forget to forgive yourself. _ 5 But it can rob you of your self-confidence if you don’t do it.
D．Try to see things from your offender’s angle.
E．For some people，forgiving themselves is the biggest challenge.
F．To make your anger die away，try a simple stressmanagement technique.
G．If you wait for people to apologize，you could be waiting an awfully long time.
[分析] 设空在段中，先看前句E项中的信息forgiving themselves与前句意义一致，并且选项E与后
面的句子之间用but连接，有转折的语气，因此构成了一种意义上的对比关系，尤其是but这个词，更
加突出了对比的意义，因此选项E符合这里的意义和结构。
[答案] E典例 3…
（2020全国卷I）
● Recognize all of your strengths. Write them down in a journal. Begin to train your brain to look at strength
before weakness. List all of your accomplishments and achievements. You have a job, earned your degree, and you
got out of bed today. 39
●Now that you’ve listed your strengths, list your imperfections. Turn the page in your journal. Put into words
why you feel unworthy, why you don’t feel good enough. Now, read these words back to yourself. 40 Turn to
a page in your journal to your list of strengths and achievements. See how awesome you are?
A. Feeling upset again?
B. Where do you start?
C. Nothing is too small to celebrate.
D. Remember, you are only human.
[分析] 本题设空在段尾，首先看前文。根据上文List all of your accomplishments and achievements. You
have a job, earned your degree, and you got out of bed today.(列出你所有的成就。你有了一份工作，拿到了学
位。)可知，这些小事都是你取得的成就，都值得庆祝。C项意思，没有什么事是太小而不值得庆祝的，对
上文的总结概括，符合文意。
[答案] C
第二步：由类型⇨定技法
1.主旨概括题
主旨概括题主要考查考生对文章或段落进行概括的能力，它要求考生在阅读文章时，能够提炼其中心
思想，体会作者的写作意图，充分运用概括能力提取文章的主题、观点以及作者的情感态度。这类题常以
考查段落标题为主，设题位置一般在段首，有时总结性的语句也会出现在段中或段尾。这类题有时也会考
查整篇文章的主旨大意，即文章的主题句，一般会在首段设空。概括起来讲，命题人通常从两个方面设题：
①概括文章或段落的主题句或结论性语句；②段落标题。
解答主旨概括题通常采用浏览的方式，即重点搜索本段的主题线索词并快速理清主旨大意，然后浏览
选项，准确判定出与主旨大意匹配的选项。
典例4
●__39__ Studies found that people who woke up early for exercise slept better than those who exercised in the
evening. Exercise energizes you, so it is more difficult to relax and have a peaceful sleep when you are very
excited.
A．You will stick to your diet.
B．Your quality of sleep improves.C．You prefer healthy food to fast food.
D．There is no reason you should exercise in the morning.
E．You can keep your head clear for 4－10 hours after exercise.
F．After you exercise, you continue to burn calories throughout the day.
G．If you are planning to do exercise regularly, or you're doing it now, then listen up!
[分析] 设空位于段首，应为本段主题句。主题句一般是对上文或下文内容的总结，快速浏览本段，
本段提到slept better, difficult to relax, a peaceful sleep，依据这些关键词汇可概括本段说的是晨练比晚上锻炼
更能改善睡眠，因此选B。
[答案]B
2.语段过渡题
语段过渡题所涉及的句子是过渡句，具有承上启下的作用，该题型主要考查考生对篇章的理解能力和
对上下文之间逻辑关系的分析能力。其设空位置比较灵活，可位于段尾、段首或段中。解这类题通常可采
用位置判断法。
如果设空位于段首，要前瞻后望找提示，即阅读上一段结尾部分，通常正确答案与之衔接，并结合本
段内容，看所选的答案是否能将两段内容连贯起来。
如果设空位于段中，重点阅读该空的前一句和后一句，找出它们之间的逻辑关系或根据意义的连贯性
得出答案；如果还没有把握，再分析该段的中心句。
如果设空位于段尾，在选项中找不出与前文之间的关联时，可考虑与下一段开头之间的衔接。仔细阅
读下一段开头几句，看是否能与所选选项紧密连接起来。
典例 5
Medium color choices are generally furniture pieces such as sofas, dinner tables or bookshelves. __39__. They
require a bigger commitment than smaller ones, and they have a more powerful effect on the feeling of a space.
A．While all of them are useful
B．Whatever you're looking for
C．If you're experimenting with a color
D．Small color choices are the ones we're most familiar with
E．It's not really a good idea to use too many small color pieces
F．So it pays to be sure, because you want to get it right the first time
G．Color choices in this range are a step up from the small ones in two major ways
[分析] 设空处在段中，所填句子应是过渡句。该空前一句主要内容是“medium color choices”，是G
项中“small ones”的升级。该空后一句介绍了两种方式的颜色选择，与G项中的“two major ways”相呼应，
故选G。
[答案] G
3.细节线索题
细节线索类的试题要求考生更加注重文章中的细节，比如某个关键的单词或数字等。解答这类试题经
常用到的方法有：词汇复现法、词汇同现法、代词线索法、逻辑关系线索法等。
1）．词汇复现法复现法是保证文章前后衔接而经常使用的一种写作手段，即在文章中不同的位置对同一个概念进行重
复描述，从而使得同样的意思在文章中不同的地方重复出现。复现的形式主要包括原词复现、同(近)义词
复现、反义词复现等。考生可利用文章的这一特点，在解题时注意选项中出现的与正文意思相同、相近或
相反的词。
典例 6
__38__. They're the little spots of color like throw pillows, mirrors and baskets that most of us use to add
visual interest to our rooms. Less tiring than painting your walls and less expensive than buying a colorful sofa,
small color choices bring with them the significant benefit of being easily changeable.
A．While all of them are useful
B．Whatever you're looking for
C．If you're experimenting with a color
D．Small color choices are the ones we're most familiar with
E．It's not really a good idea to use too many small color pieces
F．So it pays to be sure, because you want to get it right the first time
G．Color choices in this range are a step up from the small ones in two major ways
[分析] 解此题可运用词汇复现法，该空所在段最后一句中的“small color choices”是D项“Small
color choices”的原词复现。故选D。
[答案] D
2）．词汇同现法
词汇同现是指属于同一词汇范畴或者某一领域的词汇在文章中同时出现，达到语意衔接的目的。一般
来说，上下文中词汇的范畴越小，上下文的衔接关系越紧密。
典例 7
I was, nevertheless, talked into going on another funfilled holiday in the wilderness.__38__ Instead, we had a
popup camper with comfortable beds and an air conditioner.My natureloving friends had remembered to bring all
the necessities of life.
A．This time there was no tent.
B．Things are going to be improved.
C．The trip they took me on was a rough one.
D．I was to learn a lot about camping since then, however.
E．I must say that I have certainly come to enjoy camping.
F．After the trip, my family became quite interested in camping.
G．There was no shade as the trees were no more than 3 feet tall.
[分析] 解此题可运用词汇同现法。该空前面的部分说明了作者被说服参加另一次野营活动，而空后
则说这次野营活动有舒服的床和空调，因此空处的论述应该是在“住宿”这一范畴内，几个选项中只有 A
项合适。
[答案] A
3）．代词线索法英语文章中代词出现的频率极高，代词一般用来指代前面提及的名词，考生如果能巧妙地利用这样的
指代关系或根据代词的单复数就可以准确而快速地解题。
典例 8
Over the years, there have been a number of different techniques to help designers approach this important
point. __37__， they can get a little complex. But good news is that there're really only three kinds of decisions
you need to make about color in your home: the small ones, the medium ones, and the large ones.
A．While all of them are useful
B．Whatever you're looking for
C．If you're experimenting with a color
D．Small color choices are the ones we're most familiar with
E．It's not really a good idea to use too many small color pieces
F．So it pays to be sure, because you want to get it right the first time
G．Color choices in this range are a step up from the small ones in two major ways
[分析] 解此题可运用代词线索法。空格后的they指代上文中的techniques，且与A项中的all of them
相呼应，代入A项“尽管它们都很有用”，符合语境，故选A。
[答案] A
4）．逻辑关系线索法
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、过渡、例证等关系，有时甚至包含不止一种这样
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，考生就可以利用其来进行推理判断；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，作出正确的判断。
典例 9
If anyone had told me three years ago that I would be spending most of my weekends camping, I would have
laughed heartily.Campers, in my eyes, were people who enjoyed insect bites, illcooked meals, and uncomfortable
sleeping bags.They had nothing in common with me.__36__
The friends who introduced me to camping thought that it meant to be a pioneer ...
I was, nevertheless, talked into going on another funfilled holiday in the wilderness ...
...We have done a lot of it since ...
__40(E)__ It must be true that sooner or later, everyone finds his or her way back to nature.I recommend that
you find your way in style.
A．This time there was no tent.
B．Things are going to be improved.
C．The trip they took me on was a rough one.
D．I was to learn a lot about camping since then, however.
E．I must say that I have certainly come to enjoy camping.F．After the trip, my family became quite interested in camping.
G．There was no shade as the trees were no more than 3 feet tall.
[分析] 解此题可运用逻辑关系线索法。首句“如果三年前有人告诉我我会花大部分的周末时间去野
营，我将会开怀大笑”使用了虚拟语气，预示了后面的转折关系。接着讲述了作者过去对野营的看法。由
下文可知作者起初和后来对野营的态度不一样。D项表示“但是，从那时起我就学习了很多关于野营的知
识”，however与上文构成转折关系，因此是最佳选项。此题的关键是however这个逻辑关系词，承上启
下，为下文内容作铺垫。
[答案] D
典例 10
...
●Recall (回忆) your childhood memories
Our model of what a garden should be often goes back to childhood. Grandma's rose garden and Dad's
vegetable garden might be good or bad, but that's not what's important. __39__ — how being in those gardens
made us feel. If you'd like to build a powerful bond with your garden, start by taking some time to recall the
gardens of your youth. 40(G). Then go outside and work out a plan to translate your childhood memories into your
grownup garden. Have fun.
A．Know why you garden
B．Find a good place for your own garden
C．It's our experience of the garden that matters
D．It's delightful to see so many beautiful flowers
E．Still others may simply enjoy being outdoors and close to plants
F．You can produce that kind of magical quality in your own garden, too
G．For each of those gardens, write down the strongest memory you have
[分析] 解此题可运用逻辑关系线索法。空格前说“但那不是重要的事情”，由此可推测空格处会指
出什么才是重要的，前后为顺承逻辑关系，C项“我们做园艺工作的体验才是重要的”符合题意。故选C
项。
[答案] C
练
考点 透
【真题再现】
Passage 01（2022年甲卷）
Important Things to Know When Dining Out
Cultural dining etiquette (礼节) might surprise you with some of its important rules. ___36___. Knowing
some tips will help ensure that you have an enjoyable meal with friends or family — no matter where you are in the
world.Chopstick Rules
The way you handle chopsticks is important to avoid annoying your companions. When you put them down
between bites, always put them down together so they are parallel with the edge of the table in front of you.
___37___.
Hands or Utensils (餐具)
In India and the Middle East, it’s considered very rude to eat with your left hand. People in France expect you
to eat with a utensil in each hand. ___38___, instead preferring to use their hands. In Chile, you may never touch
any food with your fingers. People in Thailand generally use their forks only to push food onto their spoons.
Making Requests
___39___. In Portugal, this would be a serious mistake, because it shows the chef that you don’t like their
seasoning skills. Similarly, in Italy, never ask for extra cheese to add to your food.
Some of these cultural dining etiquette rules may seem random and strange, but they are important in various
countries. ___40___, the more comfortable you’ll begin to feel with its foreign cultural practices.
A. The more friends you make in your lifetime
B. The more time you spend in any given country
C. Mexicans consider it inappropriate to eat with utensils
D. Don’t get caught making an embarrassing mistake at a restaurant
E. It’s a good sign for the chef if you make a mess around your plate
F. Never stick them upright in your food or cross them as you use them
G. It may seem like a simple request to ask for salt and pepper at a meal
Passage 02（2022年乙卷）
Friendship needs care and attention to keep it in good health. Here are five ways to sustain（保持）long-
distance friendships.
·Set a regular date
Long-lasting friendships share the characteristic that both sides equally contact（联系）and share with one
another. With busy schedules, squeezing in phone calls can be a challenge. 36
·More isn't always merrier
Make sure you have communicated with your friend about how frequently each of you wants to be contacted
and what method works best for you both. 37 . There are alternatives to constant written communication, such
as leaving voice messages or having a group chat.
·Practise empathy（共情）38 . The friend who is remaining needs to be sensitive to all the additional time demands placed on the
friend who has moved. The one in the new environment should be sympathetic to the fact that your friend may feel
abandoned.
· 39
Anniversaries and birthdays carry even more weight in long-distance friendships. Although technology might
make day-to-day communication possible, extra effort goes a long way on special days. Simply keeping a diary that
keeps track of friends' birthdays and other important dates will make sure nothing slips by you.
·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.
A. Remember important dates
B. Compensate by writing letters
C. It is also helpful for you to be a friendship keeper
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
Passage 03（2022年新高考1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: “ __ 3 6___ ”
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. ___ 3 7___ 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. ___ 3 8___ 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. ___ 3 9___
,
You and your partner will probably have different skills. ___ 4 0___ 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.
【模拟过关】
Text 01（2022·江西·兴国中学二模）
Whether you’re in the final research stages of a major paper, or on a Zoom (a calling app) call for work, a
dropped WiFi connection at zero hour is something annoying. ___1___ One of the most common reasons it
happens is that too many devices are connected.
___2___ Now, with smartphones, iPads, smart TVs and so much more, it doesn’t take long for WiFi to hop
aboard the struggle bus. Actually, even if a connected device isn’t actively sending or receiving data, it will still
consume some of the available bandwidth. It means that if you have many devices connected, you can start to see
slowdowns or drops in your WiFi connection. ___3___
The first and easiest fix is to disconnect unused devices from your WiFi. The easiest way to do this is to
simply change your WiFi password, which will kick everyone off. Then, you can allow only certain devices to
rejoin. ___4___ It is workable to stop gaming or downloading a movie.
___5___ First, run a speed test to check your current speed. (Google “speed test” to see a list of websites
where you can do this.) You may have too many devices connected for the internet speed you’re paying for. If this
is the case, contact your internet provider about upgrading to a higher speed. But you may want to try some of our
other fixes first before spending the money.
A．What can you do about it?
B．Sometimes that’s all that’s required.
C．Finally, you may need to upgrade your connectivity.
D．People deal with this modern inconvenience all the time,
E．Cutting back on heavy WiFi use temporarily can also help.
F．In general, this is a very good solution to a dropped WiFi connection.G．Back in the day, the average household had a computer or two to connect.
Text 02（2022·江西·二模）
Accents are an important part of our identity. An accent gives clues about who we are, and the community we
belong to or wish to belong to. ____6____
What is the difference between accents and pronunciation?
Accents are about localized ways of speaking a language. A French person may speak English flawlessly (完
美无瑕地), just with a French accent. ____7____ However, pronunciation is something that — as a learner— you
can get right or wrong. If your pronunciation is correct, you can communicate effectively with others whatever your
accent is.
____8____
If you think back historically people were much more localized with generation after generation of families
living in the same small villages and few people traveled out of that area during their lifetimes. So over many
generations differences in accent emerged and became very distinct to particular areas. Mountainous villages that
are not easily accessible often develop very strong and distinctive accents.
How important is it to get an accent right?
If you’re moving to a certain part of a country, you might want to integrate better with your new community.
____9____ That’s because it shows a sense of belonging to the community you are trying to fit in with.
How to improve your accent?
____10____ And then learners should consider which sounds exist in the language you’re learning and then
spend some time in front of the mirror practicing moving your tongue and mouth to get those new and different
sounds. And learners should be aware of stress and tone, which can sometimes even change the meaning of words.
A．Where do accents and pronunciation emerge?
B．They’re also important for those learning a new language.
C．Try to adapt your speech to sound more like the locals’ speech.
D．The best way is to learn the specific accent of that region.
E．Where do different types of accents come from?
F．That’s fine because there is no wrong or right with an accent.
G．Learners should first think about which sounds don’t exist in your native language.
Text 03（2022·安徽安庆·二模）
Recent research indicates that the ability to remain calm under pressure has a direct link with work
performance. Talent Smart has conducted research on over a million people and found that 90% of top performersare skilled at managing their emotions in times of stress. ___11___.
Research conducted at the University of California found that people who focused daily on feeling grateful for
what they’d experienced improved moods, energy, and physical health. ___12___, with them focusing the brain’s
attention on something that is completely stress-free. Any positive thought will act to keep the brain's attention
away from stress.
Taking regular time off to relax can help keep stress under control. Technology enables constant
communication and the expectation that you should be available all the time. ___13___. Turning off work emails
and mobile phones provides a break from these possible sources of stress.
___14___, so an adequate amount of sleep is essential. During sleep the brain ‘recharges’, organizing the day’s
memories and storing or abandoning them, so that you wake up clear-headed. Self-control, attention and memory
are all reduced without enough sleep.
The easiest way to make stress off-and-off lies in something that people do every day: breathing. The practice
of focusing on breathing teaches the brain to let go of stressful thoughts for a while. Close the door and just sit in a
chair and breathe. ___15___, which prevents the mind from wandering.
A．We should learn to take control
B．Sleep shortage raises stress levels
C．In addition, positive thoughts help reduce stress
D．However, this exposes people to stress more frequently
E．The goal is to spend the entire time focusing only on breathing
F．In the following section four effective ways to manage stress will be outlined
G．A big step in managing stress involves controlling your reactions to situations
Text 04（2022·山东·商河弘德中学模拟预测）
I began a new job in a new city six months ago. Big moments of changing like this have a way of dragging up
deep, hidden fears we don’t face in our longer periods of stability. ____16____ .I was constantly losing sleep, had
lots of panicky doubt, and even some regret when I thought about the job I just left.
Change is risk. Our primitive brains translate risk into danger, and our survival as a species depends on
avoiding it. Though philosopher Nietzsche famously said, “That which does not kill us, makes us stronger”, the risk
that it could kill you can easily cause anxiety. ____17____ . Me, no exception.
Unluckily, there are always big changes we must face at some point. ____18____ . The first thing I did when
I doubted myself and my decision to take a new job and move to a new city was talk to people who know and careabout me. So blinded was I by change-caused anxiety that I had lost sight of my common sense. I reached out to my
friends and my old boss. They gave me so much good advice that I wrote it down and referred to it often in those
early weeks.
____19____ . Simply thinking about the past challenges where you came out on top is a reminder that you
will do so this time as well. Sometimes our greatest difficulties become our greatest moments of success.
Change, while requiring adjustment—sometimes painful adjustment—often finds its way back to balance.
Change and struggle are usually the only ways to get to someplace better. ____20____ . So, the sooner you
discover what helps you adjust, restart, and succeed during change, the easier it will be to bag the next peak.
A．Crisis is also opportunity
B．Change also never goes away
C．I also managed to learn from the past
D．That’s how species and individuals live together
E．I managed poorly at the beginning of this change
F．That’s why we are so restless when faced with changes
G．That means finding the wisdom that helps us make the change
Text 05（2022·贵州·高三期末）
You Need to Start Strength Training Today
The aging process affects the human body in many ways. One thing that happens to all of us as we age is
muscle loss. ____21____ But others say it can start as early as age 30. The Harvard Health Publishing website
notes that after age 30, you begin to lose muscle faster during your lifetime.
Experts show that we do know this: Being inactive can speed up the process. Now, the good news! Lost
muscle is not gone forever. It is never too late to start strength training. But what exactly is strength training?
____22____
Here are a few things to note about this kind of training.
No equipment strength training. You do not have to use special exercise equipment or go to a gym to do
strength training. ____23____ Exercises that use body weight as resistance are usually safer for beginners. They
can also be easier on the body, and you can do them anywhere. Push-ups, plank poses, jumping jacks, side jumps
and deep knee bends are great exercises for making muscle stronger.
____24____ The experts also suggest a short practice before strength training. Cold muscle is more likely to
be injured than warm muscle. Walking for five to ten minutes is enough to warm up your muscle. They say it canactivate your muscle.
Food. ____25____ The body breaks down protein into amino acids, which it uses to build muscle. So,
experts say eat a little healthy protein with each meal—foods such as chicken, salmon, beans and yogurt.
A．Warm-up.
B．A muscle check.
C．You can just use your own body weight to do it.
D．Some experts say muscle loss begins around age 50.
E．Do not forget that proper diets help you build muscle.
F．Let us talk about the health benefits of strength training.
G．Simply put, it is any activity that makes one’s muscle stronger.
Text 06（2022·北京·模拟预测）
How to Be a Good Upstairs Neighbor
One must remember to be polite when living in an apartment building. You may unintentionally bother your
neighbors with actions that you think to be harmless. ____26____ Living upstairs, you must always be aware that
everything you do may be heard by those who live below. This doesn’t mean that you have to completely change
your lifestyle, though.
____27____ This will greatly reduce the sound of your footsteps, thus limiting the sound your downstairs
neighbor will hear. You should always remember to change your shoes when entering your apartment to ensure that
your downstairs neighbor doesn’t hear you walking around.
Place carpets in your apartment if you have hardwood floors. Doing so is another way to decrease the sound of
steps coming from an upstairs apartment. You can also put your furniture on these carpets. ____28____
Close your windows when you can. A floor is usually about three meters high, so it’s quite easy to hear your
conversations. ____29____ Therefore, whenever you are watching TV or listening to a radio, try to keep your
windows closed as much as possible.
Do your cleaning on weekend afternoons. ____30____ Doing such housework at 3:00 pm on a Saturday is
much better than doing so at 9:30 on a Tuesday night.
A．Wear slippers while in your upstairs apartment.
B．It becomes much easier when your windows are open.
C．No matter what you do, consider your neighbor’s requirements.
D．There’ll be a time when you will run a cleaner to clean your room.
E．This is especially true for those people who live above an apartment.F．It will disturb your downstairs neighbor who has to work the next morning.
G．This keeps your furniture from moving around, thus limiting noise a downstairs neighbor may hear.
Text 07（2021·河南郑州·模拟预测）
The world that we live in is beautiful because it’s made up of people from a diverse set of backgrounds and
cultures. ____31____ There’s no better way than to acknowledge Global Diversity Awareness Month every
October.
During this time, our multicultural world is embraced and celebrated for all of the variety and joy it brings.
Can you imagine a world where everyone looks the same, has the exact same hobbies and interests, and even eats
the same thing for breakfast, lunch and dinner? ____32____ And bringing those differences together makes us
better.
To put it simply, our diversity and inclusiveness (包容性)are our biggest strengths. We’ll all profit from a
more diverse, inclusive society, understanding, accommodating, even celebrating our differences, while pulling
together for the common good. As such, Global Diversity Awareness Month is a great chance for us to learn more
about the beliefs, values and customs of other cultures. ____33____
____34____ For example, we can host a multicultural movie night and watch foreign films, or listen to music
from around the world or visit cultural art exhibitions. Another way we can celebrate diversity is by inviting our
friends and family to dinner. Everyone can bring traditional dishes from their countries and hometowns.
There is no doubt that diversity and inclusiveness make our world a better place. ____35____ As Mahatma
Gandhi once said, our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization.
Hopefully, with each passing day, we get closer and closer to that achievement.
A．There are many ways we can celebrate diversity.
B．How can we make the world a better place to live in?
C．What can possibly be a better way to celebrate that diversity?
D．Respect for world diversity is the key to bridging the differences.
E．It’s our unique differences that make the world so wonderful and interesting.
F．What’s important is that we reach out to other people and appreciate those differences.
G．In this way, we can open our mind to new ideas and ways of thinking to better our society.
