1、1精编优选练(二十三) 阅读七选五 3(限时：35 分钟)ASeptember is the month of new arrivals. International students and young professionals arrive in other countries eager to find their new home. Living in a foreign country is hard, and you need to learn to adjust to life there. 1 Find a new level of openmindedness. Livin
2、g abroad longterm requires a whole new level of opening your mind towards everything new, especially if the country has a very different culture to what youve been used to. 2 Try not to get frustrated (沮丧的 ) and accept this fact, and it will make your life easy and stressfree.Dont have expectations.
3、 You may visualize what your new life abroad is going to be like. 3 Instead of expecting too much, do your research, and read more about the culture. Chat with a local about what real life is like. This will help you build a real picture and prepare yourself for the move. 4 When you cant find an apa
4、rtment, and your new job starts in a few days, you might think everything is just awful and theres no way out. Whats so positive about that, you may ask? Well, the universe might be saving your dream apartment for you, so dont lose hope.Create a new social circle. Its common to feel lost and lonely
5、in a new environment. 5 Where to make friends? At your job or university youre likely to meet people, who have recently moved abroad just like you. Take a look online: There should be many social events around your home.AKeep a sense of humor.BSee the positive side of things.CBut reality will never
6、be as youve imagined it.DThink ahead and start creating a new social circle.EEstablishing a routine will give you a feeling of safety.FPeople in this foreign country may do things differently.GHere are a few tips on how to succeed at this challenge.语篇解读本文是一篇说明文。在海外生活，如何适应新环境呢？本文就该问题给出了几点建议。1解析：该空上一句
7、提到“在国外生活很难，你需要学会适应那里的生活” ，又由下2文所列举的几条建议可知，该空在文中起承上启下的作用，故 G项“如下是关于如何面对这一挑战的一些建议” 符合语境。 答案：G2解析：F 项中的 this foreign country和 do things differently分别与该空前的 the country和 a very different culture照应。答案：F3解析：由该段的主题句 Dont have expectations可知，不要有太多期待，现实往往与我们期待的有差距；C 项中的 imagined与该空前的 visualize照应。答案：C4解析：由该段中的
8、 Whats so positive about that和 dont lose hope以及该段的描述可知，本段主要告诉读者要看到事物积极的一面。答案：B5解析：由该段的主题句 Create a new social circle以及该空后的 Where to make friends？可知，在新的环境中感到孤独和失落是正常的，但是我们要提前计划，开始创建自己新的社交圈。答案：DBAs a senior year student, you may have so many pressures coming from so many directions that you cant figur
9、e out what to do first. 1 When you have many things to do and a lot of demands on your time, you can lose sight of whats important. One of the best ways to see the big picturewhat you want out of lifeis to lay out your goals.Pressure points and how to deal with themConfused or overwhelmed 2 .Discuss
10、 your concerns with a friend, parent or teacher. They may help you find solutions to your problems and worries. Dont be too hard on yourselfease up, take a break and do something you enjoy, daydream, read a book, go out with friendsanything that helps you relax.Problems, problems, problemsrecognize
11、your limits.Its too stressful to try to deal with all your problems at once. 3 .Goalsetting tipsIts important to remember that goals belong to younot to your parents, your teachers, or your friends. After youve set your goals, identify the 3skills you have to achieve those goals. 4 ，do some research
12、. Try the library, your guidance adviser and teachers, and other people who could help you.5 . If your goal is something you no longer want，change it. Identify the barriers to getting your goals.Consider ways to overcome them. Dont get depressed by a big，longterm goalsee what steps you can take to a
13、chieve it and set those steps down as shortterm , “doable” goals.AToo much to doBBalancing goals in lifeCGoals exist to serve youDTalk to someone you trust EIf youre not sure what skills youll needFAs long as you know what skill is important and what isntGChoose whats most urgent and set aside the r
14、est until later语篇解读 本文是一篇说明文。主要给毕业班的学生提出了面对诸多压力时应该先做什么的建议。1解析：分析空处位置可知，空处应为段落小标题。下文讲的是在你有很多事情要做，并且在时间上有很多要求时，你可能不清楚什么是重要的，顾全大局的最好办法之一是设计你的目标。由此可知 B项“在生活中要平衡目标”符合语境。答案：B2解析：根据空后的句子“Discuss your concerns with a friend, parent or teacher.”可知，该空处表示“和你信任的人交谈” ，所以选 D项。答案：D3解析：根据空前的“.recognize your limits.
15、Its too stressful to try to deal with all your problems at once.”可知，同时出现许多问题时，既然没有能力同时处理，那么应该先处理最需要处理的问题，然后再处理其他问题，所以选 G项。答案：G4解析：根据空后的“.do some research.Try the library，your guidance adviser and teachers，and other people who could help you.”可知，如果你不确定你需要的技能是什么，你可以做研究，可以泡图书馆，可以试着求助于能够帮助你的人，所以选 E项。E 项
16、中的 skills一词照应空前的 skills。答案：E5解析：根据空后的“If your goal is something you no longer want，change it”，如果你的目标是你不再需要的东西，你就改变它，因为目标存在的目的是为你服务的，空处与后面的句子构成因果关系，所以选 C项。4答案：CCHow to Calm Down at WorkThe workplace can be a stressful place. Anxiety, conflict, bad management and overwork can lead to frustration and s
17、tress. 1 Keep something you like to look at within sight. A photo of a loved one or a favorite personal souvenir is the best example. Keep such an item somewhere you can glance at it whenever you wish to do so. 2 Take a moment to engage in exercise. If youre unable to leave your work area, stand and
18、 stretch for a moment.Muscle tension exercises can also help you calm down. 3 For instance, start by squeezing all of your face muscles as tightly as you can for twenty seconds and slowly releasing them.Write down the reason why you are upset. 4 Getting your thoughts and feelings out on paper can he
19、lp clarify the issue youre having. Writing down your thoughts can even help you determine the best way to address your frustration or anxiety and move forward.5 If you and another coworker are constantly frustrated with one another, set up a time to speak with him or her. Say something like, “Hey, S
20、arah, lets sit down sometime soon and chat to make sure were on the same page about our upcoming project.”ATurn to your workmates for help.BCommunicate with your workmates.CA vase of flowers on your desk is another good example.DFocus on one particular muscle or muscle group at a time.EHere are the
21、steps you can take to help you calm down at work.FEngage your body by rolling your head, shoulder, and ankles while sitting.GThe best way to figure out exactly whats bothering you is to write it down.语篇解读 本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了能帮助人在工作中镇静下来的一些方法。1解析：上文说工作场所可能是一个充满压力的地方，忧虑，冲突，糟糕的管理和过度工作可能会导致沮丧和压力。E 项“这儿就有一些你可
22、以采纳来帮助你在工作中镇静下来的措施”与上文语义衔接且符合下文的叙述，故选 E。5答案：E2解析：本段主要叙述的是放一些你喜欢的东西在视力范围内，而 C项说在桌上放一瓶花就是另外一个好的例子，承接上文，故选 C。答案：C3解析：上文说肌肉伸展训练能够帮助你镇静下来，而 D项说一次关注一个特定(部位)的肌肉或肌肉组，前后语义衔接，故选 D。答案：D4解析：上文说写下你沮丧的原因，而 G项说准确地弄清使你烦恼的原因的最好方法就是把它写下来，与上文逻辑一致，故选 G。空前的“Write down”也是提示词。答案：G5解析：根据空处所在位置可知，空处为段落主题句。本段讲的是如果你和你的同事一直对彼此
23、感到失望，那就找些时间和你的同事交流一下。B 项“与你的同事交流”概括准确，故选 B。答案：BDIt is very important for kids to be courageous. A brave child is more likely to withstand negative peer pressure, say no to temptations (诱惑) and fight the good fight. 1 It boosts kids resilience (适应力), confidence and willpower as well as their learning
24、, performance and school engagement. Here are several ways to develop kids courage：Set a model of courage. Kids who watch their parents stick their necks out to do the right thing are more likely to do the same. 2 Then express how good it feels when you conquer your fears instead of taking a shortcu
25、t.Your kids will learn how to take on the tough challenge they face by witnessing how you tackle your fears.3 Research finds that kids are more likely to be courageous if they believe that their parents encourage them to support those in need. Discuss bravery with your kids: Tell them “Courage is ma
26、king the choice to do what you know is right even if you are afraid.”Ask your kids to share their acts of bravery. Learning to be brave takes practice，so encourage your children to do something courageous every day. 4 A mom I talked to had her kids share their brave deeds at dinner time.Teach your k
27、ids how to reduce their fears. If not kept under control, fears can be powerful. 5 You might encourage positive selftalk, such as saying 6“I can handle this” or “I have courage to do this”. Or teach your children to take slow, deep breaths to find courage. ATalk about values and courage.BCourage has
28、 other surprising benefits.CThe good news is that courage can be taught.DTeach your children simple strategies to be brave.ELet your children see you step out of your comfort zone.FIn todays uncertain world, kids will need courage and confidence.GThen take time to focus on their courageous breakthro
29、ughs.语篇解读 本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了四个培养孩子勇气的方法。1解析：根据上文可知，一个勇敢的孩子更能承受压力、拒绝诱惑，更能够为了信仰和原则而斗争；根据空处后一句可知，勇气能提高孩子的适应力、信心和毅力。据此可以判断，空处承上启下，说明勇气还有其他的益处，故 B项正确。答案：B2解析：本段讲述榜样的作用。根据空处后一句“Then express how good it feels when you conquer your fears instead of taking a shortcut.”可知，要向你的孩子表达克服恐惧而非走捷径的感觉是多么棒。据此可以判断，空处说明要让你的孩
30、子看到你走出舒适区，故 E项正确。答案：E3解析：根据该空位置可知，该空为该段的主题句。通读该段内容，尤其是该段最后一句可知，要与你的孩子讨论勇气，告诉他们勇气是即使你害怕也选择去做你认为正确的事。据此可知，该段主要陈述培养勇气的方法：和孩子讨论价值观和勇气，故 A项正确。答案：A4解析：根据空处后一句“A mom I talked to had her kids share their brave deeds at dinner time.”可知，一位 “我”与之交谈过的母亲让她的孩子晚饭时分享他们自己的勇敢行为。据此可知，空处陈述与此对应的父母的做法：要花时间专注于孩子的勇敢突破，故 G项正确。 答案：G5解析：根据空处后一句可知，你可能会鼓励孩子进行积极的自我对话，比如说，“我可以处理这件事”或“我有勇气做这件事” 。据此可以判断，空处是说要教会你的孩子变得勇敢的一些简单的方法，故 D项正确。答案：D
