一模前专题练04 阅读七选五之设空剖析
【设空特点】
卷 别
主题语境
体 裁
话 题
设空位置及数量
2025·全国一卷
人与社会
记叙文
咖啡馆里平凡英雄
段首设空0
段中设空4
段尾设空1
2025·全国二卷
人与社会
说明文
家人同参志愿活动
段首设空2
段中设空2
段尾设空1
2024·新课标全国 Ⅰ 卷
人与自我
说明文
使用英语词典心得
段首设空1
段中设空4
段尾设空0
2024·新课标全国 Ⅱ 卷
人与自我
说明文
如何避免过度旅游
段首设空1
段中设空3
段尾设空1
2023·新课标全国 Ⅰ 卷
人与自我
说明文
自我宽恕增强自信
段首设空0
段中设空4
段尾设空1
2023·新课标全国 ⅠI 卷
人与自我
说明文
开启艺术之旅建议
段首设空1
段中设空3
段尾设空1
统计显示：三年高考段中设空为主(计20 题)，段首、段尾设空为辅(各为5 题)。
在阅读七选五中，句子在段落中的位置不同，所起的作用也不同，因而考查的功能也有所不同。段首
设空所要填的内容起概括主旨的作用；段中设空所要填的内容起注释细节、体现逻辑关系的作用；段尾设
空所要填的内容起承上启下或归纳总结的作用。除此之外，三种设空处所要填的内容都有一个共同的作
用：不是承上，就是启下，或者兼而有之(承上启下)。
此外，还有一种设空的方式是标题设空，其特点非常明显：位于文章的首位或是段与段之间，呈现形
式为单独成行或成段。
【考情概览】
一、段首设空的主要考点：段落标题句、段落主旨句、段落过渡句(承上启下句或导入句)。
此外，设空在首段段首处时，有可能考查的是通篇主题句。
二、段中设空的主要考点：段中瞻前关联句、段中顾后关联句和段中瞻前顾后关联句。
三、段尾设空的主要考点：首段末句设空的考点：承上启下句，引出全文要谈的几个方面或段落；全文主
题句；中间段末句设空的考点：总结型段尾句(空格所在段落的主题句或总结句，往往与段落开头呼
应)；过渡型段尾句(承上启下过渡句或细节支撑句，与空前或下段内容形成某种内在的逻辑关系)；尾
段末句设空的考点：往往是全文的总结句(往往与文章开头呼应)。
此外，考生还要关注备选项和某些/个空格前后是“半截句”的情况：复合句残缺主句或从句；并列句
残缺一个分句；简单句残缺某些成分(请参看本系列资料的三年真题解读02 中的“八个‘匹配’要遵
守”中的7. 半截句匹配)。
【解题锦囊】
注意：三年真题解读02 中的“解题通用四锦囊”和“八个‘匹配’”仍适用。笔者只不过是根据设空位
置的不同将解题锦囊细化而已。
一、解段首设空题
1. 上下“对标”
对照其他标题的表达形式，上下“对标”，看其呈现形式是否和其他小标题相一致，即要遵守“句式匹
配”原则。
2. 快速“提炼”
注意阅读相关段落内容，提炼其中的中心词(留意体现主旨的同义词复现)串成大体的意思与备选项中的
某些选项比对，搞定段落主题句。这个主题与下文是“总——分”关系。
3. 合理“推断”
认真阅读空后的下文内容，掌握该段大意，推断出主旨与备选项中的某些选项比对，搞定段落主题句。
4. 抓住“重点”
设空处在段首时(设空在首段段首处除外)，很有可能是过渡句(承上启下句或导入句)。因此，要阅读
上下文并抓住两个重点：重点了解上一段，尤其是尾句的内容，还要快速浏览下一段的内容；二是要标
出关键词。使所选答案能够把上下两段内容紧密的衔接起来。
【典例】1
【2023·全国甲卷节选】
Tricks To Becoming A Patient Person
…
●Practice gratitude(感激)
…
● Make yourself wait
…
●___39___.
So many of us have the belief that being comfortable is the only state we will tolerate, and when we
experience something outside of our comfort zone, we get impatient about the circumstances. You should learn to
say to yourself, “___40___(This is merely uncomfortable, not intolerable) .” You’ll then gradually become more
patient.
A. Find your causes
B. Start with small tasks
C. Accept the uncomfortable
D. All this adds up to a state of hurry
E. It can also help us practice more patience
F. This is merely uncomfortable, not intolerable
G. They’re all situations where we could use a little extra patience
【典例】2
【2024·全国甲卷节选】
What is moderation(适度)? Basically, it means eating only as much food as your body needs. You should feel
satisfied at the end of a meal, but not too full. …
Take your time. …
Eat with others whenever possible. …
Control emotional(情绪的) eating. …
___40___ A healthy breakfast can start your metabolism(新陈代谢), while eating small, healthy meals keeps
your energy up all day. Avoid eating late at night. Try to eat dinner earlier and fast for 14—16 hours until breakfast
the next morning. Studies suggest that eating only when you're most active and giving your digestive system a long
break each day may help to regulate weight.
A. Eat properly throughout the day.
B. We don’t always eat just to satisfy hunger.
C. Don’t swallow a meal on the way to work.
D. Most of us need to double the amount we eat.
E. Instead, surround yourself with healthy choices.
F. For many of us, moderation means eating less than we do now.
G. That won’t lead to cheating or giving up on your new eating plan.
【典例】3
【2022·全国甲卷节选】
Important Things to Know When Dining Out
Cultural dining etiquette(礼节)might surprise you with some of its important rules….
Chopstick Rules
The way you handle chopsticks is important to avoid annoying your companions. ..
Hands or Utensils(餐具)
In India and the Middle East, it’s considered very rude to eat with your left hand. …
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….
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
二、解段中设空题
1. 把握“主旨”
利用段落小标题或段落首句的概括引领作用，对空格所在段的主旨做到心中有数。
2. “瞻前”“顾后”
“瞻前”：看段中空与空前部分在逻辑和语义上的关系；“顾后”：看段中空与空后部分在逻辑和语义
上的关系；既“瞻前”又“顾后”：一层意思是指，既看段中空与空前部分在逻辑和语义上的关系，又看
段中空与空后部分在逻辑和语义上的关系；另一层意思是指，看空格与备选项的某个选项的关联度(从词语
复现、代词一致、逻辑一致以及语义一致等角度去权衡)。
说明：以下这些逻辑关系主要集中体现在“段中空”中，都是其中部分关系也会出现在“段首空或段尾
空”中，只不过为了突出其重要性，笔者放在这一块统一讲而已。
(1)例证关系
显性的和隐性的例证关系。显性例证关系的标志性词汇有：as a matter of/in fact, for example/for
instance, in other words/that is to say, such as, actually, like 等等。
类似于例证关系的还有解释关系：设空处是对前文观点的解辑和支持性说明。
(2)并列关系
常见的标志性词汇有：and, first, second, not only... but..., firstly, next, then 等等。
(3)递进关系
常见的标志性词汇有：also, even, besides, in addition, further, furthermore, moreover, not ... but,
what’s more, to make matters worse, what’s worse, what’s more 等等。
(4)转折关系
常见的标志性词汇有：but, however, though, yet, nevertheless, otherwise/or, whereas, instead, at any
rate, in any case, on the contrary 以及although/though/as, in spite of 等等。
另外，要注意让步关系常见的标志性词汇：although/though/as/while, despite/in spite of 等等。
(5)因果关系
常见的标志性词汇有：hence,so, therefore, thus, consequently, as a result 等等。
特别提醒：以上所有这些标志性词汇有可能出现在原文中，也有可能出现在备选项中。
【典例】1
【2024·全国甲卷节选】
Not all great writers are great spellers. If you want to be published, it’s vital to submit a perfect, professionally
presented manuscript(原稿). ___36___ No editor is likely to tolerate a writer who does not take the trouble to spell
words correctly.
…
A. I don’t often use this dictionary.
B. It takes no account of the context.
C. But I still don’t want to replace them.
D. But a dictionary can be a pleasure to read.
E. Of course, a dictionary is not only for spelling.
F. That means good grammar and no spelling mistakes.
G. Dictionaries don’t always give you enough information.
【典例】2
【2021·全国甲卷节选】
A successful swap depends on the selection of clothes, the organization of the event, and, obviously, how
much fun is had. It's really easy to do! Here are a few pointers.
●Invite 5—10 people so you have a nice selection. ___37___, and there may not be enough things to choose
from; more than that, and it becomes uncontrollable.
A. Less people than that
B. Hold a clothing swap
C. If two people are competing
D. Just keep music playing throughout
E. Donate whatever clothes are left over
F. Have everyone put their clothes in the right spots
G. Tell everyone to bring clean clothes in good condition
【典例】3
【2022·全国甲卷节选】
One thing Murphy may not know is that her smile is contagious(有感染力) and can be the difference in a
student having a much better day than they were having before seeing her. Joanna Wright, a senior political science
major, loves coffee and goes to the cafe at least six days a week. ___39___ “Catherine always has a huge smile on
her face, which always puts me in a cheerful mood,” Wright said.
A. The cafe closes at 9 pm every day.
B. She has two children aged eight and four.
C. Sometimes she arrives early to serve the students early.
D. After finishing an order, she calls out the name on the cup.
E. Not only does this cafe serve up drinks, it also serves up smiles.
F. Going to the cafe starts her day off good and gets her ready for class.
G. She has served here for 17 years and can’t imagine working anywhere else.
【典例】4
【2021·新高考I 卷节选】
Parisians are different from you and me. They never look lazy or untidy. As someone noted in this paper a
couple of weeks ago, they eat great food and never gain weight. ___38___ French strawberries do not taste like
cardboard. Instead, they explode in your mouth like little flavor bombs.
A. Not all the customers are tourists.
B. The quality of life in France is equally excellent.
C. There was a nice kitchen and a comfortable bed.
D. The amazing food is mainly consumed by local farmers.
E. That’s not the only reason the French eat less than we do.
F. Our aim was to see if we could live, in some way, like real Parisians.
G. The food is so delicious that you don’t need much of it to make you happy.
【典例】5
【2021·全国乙卷节选】
●Continually challenge yourself to try something new. ___38___ Artistic growth can be a bit painful.
Welcome to the club; we’ve all been there. I love taking on challenges. I once took up a challenge to create a
painting every day for a month and post the works online.
A. Get out of your comfort zone.
B. Make career plans and set goals.
C. Don’t throw away your beginner art.
D. Share your work if you feel comfortable doing so.
E. You’ll hit roadblocks, and you’ll feel discouraged at times.
F. Evaluate your performance and, if needed, redefine your role.
G. You’ll develop that painting muscle memory that only comes with repetition.
【典例】6
【2022·全国新课标I 卷节选】
So, how do you find a workout partner?
First of all, decide what you want from that person. ___37___ Or do you just want to be physically fit, able to
move with strength and flexibility? Think about the exercises you would like to do with your workout partner.
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.
【典例】7
【2023·浙江1 月卷节选】
Use a travel agent. Consider turning your travel plan over to a travel agent and letting him double-check all
the details, make suggestions, and then handle the actual reservations. A good one can sometimes find you
discounted tickets. ___37___ Then you won’t have to walk through several cars on a moving train three times a
day for your meals.
A. Train trips aren’t for impatient types.
B. You’ll have views from both sides of the train.
C. The temperature on rail cars is often hard to control.
D. That’s particularly true during busy summer months.
E. You might have to wait longer than 24 hours to catch the next one.
F. Chances are the cost will be a lot less than the cost of one bedroom.
G. He may also book you in a sleeping car that’s right next to the diner.
【典例】8
【2025·浙江1 月卷节选】
●Don’t use ten words when one will do.
Even the most engaged and committed audience will eventually get bored. Keeping your message
simple and clear will make it easier for people to understand. ___38___ However, they’re hearing it for the first
time. Keep it simple.
A. Be patient.
B. Get the audience involved.
C. The best messages are often simple.
D. Speak directly to what matters to them.
E. You may be surprised by what your listeners offer.
F. It will also give them a handy record to refer back to.
G. As the speaker, you already know what you’re going to say.
【典例】9
【2023·全国甲卷节选】
The third technique is to try printing out a triple—spaced(三倍行距)copy to allow space for revision.
___ 39___ As a result, these writers never get in the habit of crossing out chunks(大块)of their draft and
writing revisions in the blank space. After you have revised your draft until it is too messy to work from
anymore, you can enter your changes into your word processor. ...
A. Make sure your handwriting is neat.
B. Let your pen follow the waves of thought.
C. The second draft of the essay should be better.
D. First of all, learn the technique of nonstop writing.
E. Too many writers try to get their drafts right the first time.
F. Many beginning writers don’t leave enough space to revise.
G. Then you can print out a fresh draft, again setting your text on triple-space.
三、解段尾设空题
1. 甄别考点：根据位置甄别考点(参看上文“段尾设空的主要考点”)。
2. 对症下药：首段末句设空和中间段末句设空，采用“前呼后应”法解题：尾句要跟段首句呼应以及要跟
上文中的一两句呼应(也包括“词汇<同词或同义词>复现”方面的“呼应”)；或采用“瞻前
顾后”法解题：先看空格前的句子，看是否与尾句有关联。如果看不出，就要考虑看下一段
的首句，看看是否有关联；尾段末句设空，采用“逻辑优先”法解题：分析尾句与空格的上
文之间(包括首段主题句)的逻辑关系。
【典例】1
【2021·浙江6 月卷节选】
You’ve got mail…and it’s a postcard
Paulo Magalhaes, a 34-year-old Portuguese computer engineer, loves to open his mailbox and find a brightly
colored picture of Rome’s Colosseum. Or Africa’s Victoria Falls. Or China’s Great Wall. ___11___
“I often send postcards to family and friends.” he says to China Daily, “but you can imagine that after a while,
you never receive as many as you send, and you realize that not everyone is into it ...”
A. And that’s totally fine
B. That makes it extra hard to learn and practice it
C. He likes to think of sending postcards as a family-friendly hobby
D. Many love to make a connection with someone from across the world.
E. On August 5, the number of postcards exchanged by members topped 31 million.
F. Similarly, if you speak only Chinese, receiving a card in Swedish takes part of the fun away.
G. In short, he loves postcards, and the excitement of getting a hand-written note from someone far away.
【典例】2
【2020·全国新课标I 卷(山东卷)节选】
Even the most successful public speaker will make mistakes. Yet, the only one who cares about any mistake is
the one who is speaking. People’s attention wanders constantly. In fact, most people only absorb about 20 percent
of a speaker’s message. So, don’t stop speaking when you make a mistake unless it’s a truly serious one. ___18___
A. Do the opposite.
B. You want to be an effective public speaker.
C. You don’ t need to apologize for a minor slip.
D. When it comes to public speaking, less is usually more.
E. The objective of most speeches is to benefit the audience
F. Take the fear out of public speaking by focusing on your listeners
G. However, the majority of people are effective speakers because they train to be.
【典例】3
【2022·全国新课标I 卷节选】
My partner posted her request on the notice board of a local park. Her notice included what kind of training
she wanted to do, how many days a week and how many hours she wanted to spend on each session, and her age. It
also listed her favorite sports and activities, and provided her phone number. ___39___
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.
【典例】4
【2022·全国乙卷节选】
___38___(F. What about that person who had too much to drink or won’t stop talking)? If you can’t take their
wine away, you should certainly try to take away their soapbox(讲台). If you’re the host, you can ask them to help
you in the kitchen with something and just remove them from the situation. ___39___.
And what about that other dinner-party killer: awkward silence? If you’re faced with an awkward silence at a
dinner party, the only thing that always gets everyone talking again is to give the host a compliment(赞扬)...
So being interesting at a dinner party isn’t that hard.
A. How do you know the host
B. The first step is to go exploring
C. If you ask the question “How did you get here?”
D. Be prepared to have awkward conversations with strangers
E. Or turn the conversation into a topic where they have little to say
F. What about that person who had too much to drink or won’t stop talking
G. He or she is the person who is feeling the weight of that awkwardness the most
【典例】5
【2025·北京卷节选】
So, being an adult isn’t just holding a job. Being an adult is about having a rooted sense of self while being
capable of identifying and managing your emotions and actions. ___38___(C. It’s being able to show
understanding when communicating with others.)We are a social species, so this is important.
While raising an adult is a parent’s job, it’s also our responsibility as a society to ensure that we support
schools that nurture(培养)emotional and identity development. ___39___
A. It’s also our job to support adults who need help repairing incomplete life cycles.
B. They talk about someone’s inability to support themselves through work.
C. It’s being able to show understanding when communicating with others.
D. In other words, you’re playing the game of life — life isn’t playing you.
E. They teach emotional awareness and management as well as identity.
F. You feel like an 18-year old, especially when playing 80s music.
G. When this stage is denied it creates a sense of insecurity.
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In today’s digital era, we are constantly surrounded by news, both positive and negative. While staying
informed is crucial, the continuous flood of headlines, especially something distressing, can sometimes be
overwhelming. ___36___ Thus, finding a balance between staying informed and maintaining mental well-being is
essential for a healthy relationship with news.
News fatigue arises when individuals feel emotionally drained from consuming excessive information,
particularly negative reports. ___37___ These may include increased anxiety, emotional numbness over time, and
difficulty concentrating on daily tasks. Psychologists warn that prolonged exposure to distressing news may even
weaken one’s ability to empathize with others.
To foster healthy news consumption, consider the following strategies: set specific times to catch up on
news. For example, avoid checking news immediately after waking up or before sleeping, as these moments are
critical for mental relaxation. Choose reliable news outlets that offer balanced reporting rather than sensational
headlines designed to cause panic. ___38___ And skip stories that merely add unnecessary stress.
When a story upsets you, look for ways to contribute, such as volunteering, donating, or spreading
awareness. ___39___ Additionally, you can extend your contribution, such as inviting others to join you or
tracking small impacts, to handle the distress.
___40___ Follow social media accounts or newsletters dedicated to sharing acts of kindness, scientific
breakthroughs, or community achievements. Remind yourself that while challenges exist, countless good deeds and
progress occur daily.
Remember, you don’t need to consume every piece of news to be an informed citizen. By cultivating mindful
media habits and intentionally balancing information intake, you can stay informed without sacrificing emotional
well-being.
A. Such state leads to measurable consequences.
B. Check news constantly to avoid missing updates.
C. These active responses help reduce feelings of helplessness.
D. Turning to positive news sources helps balance negative news.
E. Sharing inspiring news online contributes to attracting more attention.
F. Focus on news that directly affects you or corresponds with your interests.
G. Exposure to distressing news stories can cause anxiety and emotional exhaustion.
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(吉林省吉林市2025-2026 学年高三上学期第一次调研)
How to Improve Your English Writing
Becoming proficient in English writing is a journey that demands time and consistent practice. ___36___
Here are some practical suggestions to assist you in making significant progress.
·Write regularly.
To excel in any skill, repetition is key. Thus, make it a daily habit to write. It could be a journal entry, a brief
story, or simply writing down your thoughts regularly. ___37___
·Get it checked.
___38___ To truly grow, you need an external perspective to point out your mistakes. There are two
excellent ways to achieve it. You can turn to online resources, like italki.com and lang-8 or ask a friend, who can
check for grammar, spelling, and overall structure.
·___39___
The difference between a basic and an advanced writer often lies in vocabulary. A six-year-old and a 20-year-
old might both use correct grammar, but the 20-year-old has a wider range of words. So whenever you run into a
useful phrase or word, write it down. And then make a point to use it. This not only enriches your vocabulary but
also helps you remember and use new words more effectively.
·Don’t forget the small stuff!
Small errors can have a big impact on your writing. ___40___ Also, avoid using “text speak” such as “u” for
“you” or “4” for “for,” especially in formal writing. While these shortcuts are acceptable in casual conversations,
they are inappropriate when trying to demonstrate your writing skills.
A. Expand your vocabulary.
B. Read more books to improve your writing.
C. Writing on your own is just a part of the process.
D. It helps you express yourself more comfortably and fluently over time.
E. Spelling mistakes are unimportant in writing as long as the main idea is clear.
F. However, with the right strategies, you can steadily enhance your capabilities.
G. Incorrect spacing or punctuation mistakes may make your text difficult to read.
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(辽宁省沈阳市东北育才学校等校2025-2026 学年高三上学期联合考试)Compared with the obvious
environmental issues we hear about every day, littering(乱丢废物)is often taken lightly. But it’s more severe than
we may think.
___36___ This seems to be a completely harmless action due to the fact that if s part of a fruit—right?
Actually, no. A banana peel(皮)can take up to two years to decompose(分解)，and with a third of drivers admitting
to littering while driving, that’s a whole lot of banana peels, or much worse. An orange peel or a cigarette butt has a
similar decomposing term to that of a banana. But tin and aluminium(铝)cans last up to 100 years. ___37___
It’s true that longer-lasting materials will damage the environment and its animals for longer. ___38___ For
example, despite its fairly short decomposing term, more than 120 tons of cigarette-related litter is discarded(丢
弃)in the UK every day. Besides, our annual littering, which has increased by 500 percent since the 1960s, has
caused the UK*s rat population to increase by 60 million.
It’s not a cheap habit either: ___39___ So, ifs not surprising that if caught littering you could face a £20,000
fine or even jail time and, if you throw away something dangerous, the court could give you five years to serve. The
punishments might seem severe. ___40___ So we still have some way to go in making sure people follow the
rules.
To take back our beautiful countryside and cities we need to do more than simply not littering. We need to
truly care more about the world around us.
A. Banana peels are among the most frequent littered stuff.
B. But fear of the environmental impact of litter is on the rise.
C. Imagine throwing a banana peel out of your car while driving.
D. UK taxpayers pay £500 million in order to keep our streets clean.
E. And plastic bottles last forever, as do glass bottles and plastic bags.
F. However, among the reported cases only 2,000 out of 825,000 were punished.
G. But we can't simply measure the seriousness of a certain type of rubbish by its lifetime.
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(2026 届浙江省湖州市长兴县长兴中学高三上学期10 月一模)I vividly remember the process of moving
in for the first time: stuffing clothes, comfort items, and pieces of my childhood into various bags and boxes. It was
a whirlwind(旋风)of excitement. ___36___ What would it be like living at college? Would I get along with my
roommate? How would I make friends with complete strangers?
___37___ I had always felt like I struggled more than others to find “my people.” In high school, I had a few
close friends, but it always seemed like everyone else had these big, inseparable friend groups that did everything
together. I wanted that, and the sense of belonging, too.
Like many, I was attracted by the first people I met in college. ___38___ We lived next to each other, ate
together, and stayed up late together. They were my early friend group, and they brought laughter, growth, and
memories — both positive and negative. Those highs and lows taught me an important lesson: Not every friendship
is meant to last, and that’s okay.
Your friendships don’t just impact your social life — they affect your motivation, your academics, and,
among other things, your sense of self. I have found it valuable to surround myself with people who share my
values to keep me grounded. ___39___ College is one of the few places in life where you’re surrounded by people
from vastly different backgrounds and experiences. Keeping an open mind is just as important as finding common
ground.
College can be, and probably will be, chaotic. People come and go. You’ll probably cry over friendships that
didn’t work out. ___40___ That’s all part of the process. Over time, you will find your people.
A. They’re part of your story.
B. But it was also filled with uncertainty.
C. I wouldn’t trade my friendship for anything.
D. They mostly so happened to be the people on my floor.
E. That said, don’t limit yourself to just those who are like you.
F. You may smile at memories with people no longer close with.
G. Of all the unknowns, the last question consumed me the most.
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(2026 届浙江省强基联盟高三上学期10 月一模)Nostalgia — the warm feeling of longing for the past— is
everywhere in today’s culture. Movies like Barbie, Indiana Jones, and Top Gun are drawing huge crowds by
bringing back old favorites. ___36___
On the surface, nostalgia simply makes us feel good. ___37___ According to Professor Ziyan Yang from
the Institute of Psychology, CAS, nostalgia creates feelings of warmth, belonging, and even a mental escape to the
past. During tough times — whether personal struggles or global crises — nostalgia acts like an emotional safety
net. Movies and music are powerful triggers because they recreate familiar emotions and experiences.
___38___ First, it gives us a sense of control. Even when life feels unpredictable, reflecting on our past helps
us feel more grounded and secure. Second, nostalgia strengthens social bonds. Though it seems like a personal
experience, nostalgic memories often remind us of family, friends, and shared moments.
What does nostalgia do to our brains? Mostly good things! Studies show it boosts happiness, creativity, and
energy by activating positive emotions. ___39___ This youthful optimism encourages us to take risks and chase
our goals. Some researchers suggest nostalgia acts like a “psychological immune system”, helping us cope with
stress.
But can too much nostalgia be harmful? In small amounts, it’s healthy. However, if we think about the past
too much, it can keep us from moving forward. The key is balance — enjoying memories without losing sight of
the present. ___40___ It helps us reconnect with our true selves and remember who we really are.
In short, nostalgia isn’t just about reliving the past — it’s a tool that helps us navigate the present and future
with hope.
A. But why do we love nostalgia so much?
B. This is why reunions feel so meaningful to us.
C. Nostalgia also serves key psychological needs.
D. However, psychology experts say there’s more to it.
E. It can even make us feel younger and more optimistic.
F. Remembering happy memories brings comfort and joy.
G. Still, in general, nostalgia is a natural and positive part of life.
