1、考点规范练 40(选修 8 Unit 5).阅读理解Dreams are not just a product of the processing of information that our brain conducts while we sleep.It is from dreams that some of the greatest inventions have become a reality.Take for example the famous chemist Dmitri Mendeleev.It was in his dream that he figured out ho
2、w to place all the elements on a periodical table.Srinivasa Ramanujan discovered thousands of mathematical equations (方程式) from his dreams.Ren Descartes,the man who built much of the framework of the modern scientific method mentioned that the basis of the method came to him in a dream.These are jus
3、t a few examples of how people got the answers to some of the most complex questions from their dreams.Our subconscious mind is constantly trying to give us answers to questions we may struggle with,and many of these answers come to us in the form of dreams.Did you know that an average human being h
4、as about 6 dreams per night?However,most of us may struggle with recalling them.There is a very simple exercise that can help you recall your dreams.Before going to bed,for at least 24 days (It takes around 24 days to form a habit),keep telling yourself that “I will remember all my dreams”.At first,
5、you may not see any results at all,but dont be alarmed by that.Just keep doing it.After a while you will notice that vague memories of your dreams will linger (继续存留) in your mind when you wake up.These may fade away after a while,so make a note of it on your mobile phone or in a book.As you continue
6、 to do this,you will notice that its not just one dream that comes back to you but a number of dreams.Now the fun doesnt just stop there.Try to understand what your dreams mean;see if they apply to some things that are happening in your everyday life.Many of the problems we struggle with have alread
7、y been solved in our amazing mind.It is all locked away in our subconsciousness waiting to be discovered.These answers come to us in the form of dreams.1.The examples given in Paragraph 2 show that . A.successful people often dreamB.dreams can help solve problemsC.famous people work hard at nightD.g
8、reat inventions are based on hard work2.According to the text,most people have trouble . A.realizing their dreamsB.continuing their dreamsC.waking from their dreamsD.remembering their dreams3.When you recall a dream,you are advised to . A.forget it B.keep it in mindC.share it with others D.make a re
9、cord of it4.What can we know from the last paragraph?A.Dreams deserve little attention.B.Dreams can be amazingly funny.C.Dreams should be rightly interpreted.D.Dreams may be difficult to understand.七选五阅读When youre in high school,it can be difficult to find a job.You may not have much or any formal w
10、ork experience and there arent many jobs available for teenagers.However,if youre looking for a job,there are things you can do to help get your application noticed and help yourself get hired. 1 Dont be shy.Tell everyone you know you are looking for a job.Many jobs arent advertised and you may be a
11、ble to get a good job lead from a friend or family member. 2 One good way to get experience is to start by working for friends and neighbours.Babysitting,garden work,doing cleaning,and pet sitting all can be included on your resume(简历).Keep an open mind.3 This is a tough market and you may not be ab
12、le to find a job doing what you want to do.The more flexibility you have,the more opportunities youll be able to apply for.Plus,even if the job wasnt your first choice,it may turn out to be better than you expected. Check the rules.There are only certain jobs you can do and hours you can work. 4 The
13、 minimum age you can work at paid non-agricultural employment is 14. Write a resume.A resume may not be required by employers. 5 Even though you may not have much information to include,a resume shows that youre serious about your job search. A.Start close to home.B.Be always optimistic.C.You can co
14、unt on the following chances.D.Dont limit yourself to certain types of jobs.E.But it can help you stand out from the competition.F.These job search tips will help you get your job search started.G.Check the Child Labor Law regulations to see how they apply to you.书面表达假定你是李华,你的外教 Ms.Jenkins 约你本周六上午教她
15、制作中国结(Chinese knot),但你因故无法前往,你的朋友韩梅梅将代你去,请写一封电子邮件给 Ms.Jenkins,说明相关情况。注意:1.词数 100 左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。Dear Ms.Jenkins,_Yours,Li Hua考点规范练 40(选修 8 Unit 5).【解题导语】本文是说明文。文章介绍了梦的神奇力量。1.B 推理判断题。由第二段中三个名人的故事可推断,梦可以帮助人们解决复杂的问题。2.D 细节理解题。由第三段末的 “However,most of us may struggle with recalling them.”可知,大多数人觉得很
16、难回忆起自己做的梦。3.D 细节理解题。由第四段中的 “These may fade away after a while,so make a note of it on your mobile phone or in a book.”可知,作者建议人们回忆起自己的梦时要及时记录下来,以免忘记。4.C 细节理解题。由最后一段可知,梦里可能有我们潜意识里针对一些问题的答案,所以我们应该正确地解读梦。.【解题导语】本文为说明文。主要介绍了高中生找工作的方法和策略。要思路开阔,也可以在家附近找找等。1.F 根据上句“However,if youre looking for a job,there a
17、re things you can do to help get your application noticed and help yourself get hired.”可知,接下来要讲求职的技巧和策略;由下文列举的方法可知,应选 F 项来承上启下。2.A 由下文“One good way to get experience is to start by working for friends and neighbours.”可知,在家附近开始工作是个获得经验的很好的选择,故选 A 项。3.D 根据下文的“The more flexibility you have,the more opp
18、ortunities youll be able to apply for.”和本段主题“Keep an open mind.”可知,找工作时要思路开阔,而不应局限于某些工作,故选 D 项。4.G 根据本段的标题“Check the rules.”可知,找工作时要符合一些法律法规的要求 ,故选 G 项。5.E 根据本段的标题“Write a resume.”可知,写一份简历是非常有必要的,且由下文的“Even though you may not have much information to include,a resume shows that youre serious about y
19、our job search.”可知,故选 E 项。.Dear Ms.Jenkins, I would like to offer my apology for not being able to teach you to make Chinese knots this Saturday.The reason is that I have got a cold,and the doctor suggests that I should lie in bed for one week or so.But dont worry.Ive asked a friend of mine,Han Meimei,to go there instead.She is good at making Chinese knots.She will go to your apartment at 9:00 this Saturday morning.Please allow me to say sorry again.I have the confidence that you can learn how to make Chinese knots.Wish you a good time!Yours,Li Hua
