1、考点二十三 七选五Passage 1限时 8 分钟Technological innovation (创新) may not give you a warm feeling _1_ Messaging apps are examples of technology that are helping bring people together Its ready to continue improving our lives as innovation allows technology to really understand how we live_2_ Some of the most p
2、opular and widely adopted innovations make things were already doing easier A welldesigned piece of technology can transform something that consumes time into a worryfree swipe of your finger, giving you more time to spend with friends and familyProving that you really are youDevelopers keep finding
3、 new and brilliant ways to prove our identities online With fingerprints and voice recognition, technology keeps getting better at proving we are who we say we are _3_ The more trust we have, the easier it will be to fully embrace the empowering aspects of fintech (金融科技) and having control of our fi
4、nancial dataHelping make good ideas a realityCrowdfunding (众筹) technology keeps breaking down barriers that may have previously kept good ideas from being realized Heres how it works: You pitch (拋) your project to people through an online platform _4_ By connecting dreamers and inventors to a new ty
5、pe of capital, technology is giving more creative ideas their opportunity to become a realityAdding even more quality to quality timeAs technology continues improving, it becomes easier to build and maintain a connection with someone who isnt in the same location as you _5_ And think about how great
6、 it will be when you can interact with your friends and relatives in virtual reality It will be the next best thing to be together in personASparing some time to make researchBFreeing up more time for friends and familyCHowever, when at its best, it opens our eyes to many thingsDActually, it can do
7、wonders, to deepen our interpersonal connectionsEThat technology can make it easier to trust the connections we make onlineFIf they are interested in your project, they donate money to fund your projectGThink about how much easier it is to connect via video conferencing than before1D 根据上一句“创新可能不会给你一
8、种温暖的感觉 ”，下一句“有助于人们团结起来改善我们的生活，因为创新让科技真正了解我们的生活方式。 ”可知，设空处应起承上启下的作用，提及人际关系的话题。D 项符合前后语境，故选 D 项。2B 本空是总结句。根据下文内容可知，本段主要讲述创新使我们正在做的事情变得更省时、更容易，因此给我们腾出更多的时间和朋友、家人在一起。分析选项可知，B 项符合题意。下文中“giving you more time to spend with friends and family”也是提示信息。故选 B 项。3E 由设空处下一句中的“The more trust we have, the easier it
9、will be to fully embrace”可知，设空处应说明科技创新增强人们互信这一积极的价值，因此 E 项符合题意，故选 E 项。4F 本段的标题 “Helping make good ideas a reality”意为“有助于使好的想法变成现实” 。在本段中主要讲述了通过众筹，可把你的想法变为现实。把你的想法通过平台展现出来，如果有人感兴趣就会筹钱实现它。分析选项可知，F 项符合题意 。5G 根据上一句“As technology continues improving, it becomes easier to build and maintain a connection w
10、ith someone who isnt in the same location as you ”可知，不在一个地方的人也能保持联系。根据下一句“And think about how great it will be when you can interact with your friends and relatives in virtual reality (想想当你在虚拟现实中与你的朋友和亲戚互动时会有多棒。)”可知，本段讲的是随着科技的提高，不在同一地方的人们可通过网络联系，分析选项可知 G 项符合题意，故选 G 项。Passage 2限时 8 分钟The process of f
11、orgiveness can be a liberating experience Interestingly, forgiveness can only occur because we have been given the gift of the ability to make choices _1_ The choice of offering forgiveness develops along three stepsAt step one you are filled with selfjustified anger At some point in your life you h
12、ave been hurt and you are mad at the person who you feel has wronged you You blame the person committing the wrong _2_ You have forgotten that you have a choice as to how you will reactThe second step towards forgiveness emerges when after feeling angry with someone for a while you realize that the
13、anger does not feel good to you _3_ So you take steps to forgive You may begin to see the problem from the other persons point of view or you may simply decide to let the problem go _4_ The third stage of forgiveness comes after you have seen the beneficial results of forgiveness and you dont want t
14、o waste your precious life on discomfort In this stage the choice is to work to either repair the relationship or let go of seeing the situation as a problem _5_ At this stage you are aware that the length of time you experience the situation as a sorrow is primarily up to youAIf we want to forgive
15、someone, no one can stop usBWe have the choice to forgive or not to forgive and no one can force us to do eitherCIn either case you decide to forgive because you have had some practice with it and see the benefit in your lifeDIt is their action and not your choice of response that you feel causes yo
16、ur angerEIn either case you are no longer angry and you have forgiven the personFThis could emerge in a situation where you are cut off by another car on the roadGIt may be hurting your emotional balance or your physical health1B 根据空格上一句，我们被给予了“选择”的能力，而 B 项(我们可以选择原谅或者不原谅，没有人可以强迫我们)承接上文，故选 B。2D 根据空格上
17、文，我们都在责怪别人，把错误归结在他们身上 ，而 D项(你感觉是别人的行动不是自己的选择造成你的愤怒)与前文衔接紧密。故选D。 3G 根据空前一句可知，当发现生气对自己不好时 ，原谅别人的行为才会出现，G 项阐述生气的坏处，切题。故选 G。 4E 根据空前一句可知，当换角度看问题或者不再去理会那些问题的时候，那么就已经没那么生气了，E 项承接前一句， 故选 E。5C 根据本段第一句可知，意识到原谅的益处之后，才会产生原谅的第三个阶段，而 C 项与本句呼应，故选 C。Passage 3限时 7 分钟Although problems are a part of our lives, it cer
18、tainly doesnt mean that we let them rule our lives forever One day or the other, youll have to stand up and sayproblem, I dont want you in my life_1_ Problems with friends, parents, girlfriends, husbands, and childrenthe list goes on Apart from these, the inner conflicts within ourselves work, too T
19、hese keep adding to our problems Problems come in different shapes and colors and feelingsBut good news is that all problems can be dealt with Now read on to know how to solve your problemsTalk, it really helps What most of us think is that our problem can be understood only by us and that no talkin
20、g is going to help _2_ Talking helps you move on and let goWrite your problems _3_ When you write down your problems, you are setting free all the tension from your system You can try throwing away the paper on which you wrote your problems By doing this, imagine yourself throwing away the problems
21、from your lifeDont lose faith and hope No matter what you lose in life, dont lose faith and hope Even if you lose all your money, family you should still have faith _4_Your problems arent the worst No matter what problem you get in life, therere another one million people whose problems are huger th
22、an yours _5_ Your problems might just seem big and worse, but in reality they can be removedGo about and solve your problems because every problem, however big or small, always has a way outABut the truth is that when you talk about it, youre setting free the negative energies that have been gatheri
23、ng within youBWhen we have a problem, a pressing, critical, urgent, lifethreatening problem, how do we try and solve it?CTell yourself: when they can deal with them, why cant I?DOf course, weve been fighting problems ever since we were bornEWe can often overcome the problem and achieve the goal by m
24、aking a direct attackFHaving a personal diary can also be of huge help if you dont want a real person to talk with GWith faith and hope, you can rebuild everything that you lost篇 章 导 读 ： 本 文 是 一 篇 说 明 文 。人 的 一 生 总 会 遇 到 各 种 问 题 。本 文 中 作 者 主 要 介 绍 了 处 理 生 活 中 遇 到 的 问 题 的 办 法 ，比 如 ，把 问 题 说 出 来 、写 下 来
25、，要 有 信 心 ，碰 到 问 题 不 要 灰 心 泄 气 等 。1D 第一段指出问题是我们生活中的一部分，但我们不会让它主宰我们的生活；设空后提到了这些问题可能存在于哪些方面。D 项(当然，自从我们出生的那一刻起，我们就在和这些问题作斗争)起到了衔接上下文的作用，故选D。2A 根据本段中的“What most of us think and that no talking is going to help ”可知 ，大多数人都会认为，把自己的问题说出来也没有用。而 A 项内容是强调把问题说出来能够释放内心积压的消极情绪，表示一种转折，很好地承接了下文提到的说出问题的益处。故选 A。3F 本段
26、的建议是人们可以把问题写出来，释放内心的焦虑情绪，F 项表明通过写日记来排解内心的紧张，故 F 项的内容符合语境，而且 diary 是关键词。4G 本段强调的是无论何时都不要失去信念和希望 ，而 G 选项也是告诫人们只要有信念和希望，就能重建失去的一切。故选 G。5C 本段讲的是自己遇到的问题不会比他人的严重。而 C 项(告诉自己：他们都能把问题解决掉，自己为什么不能？)符合语境。Passage 4限时 7 分钟How to Pick a Great Book to ReadThe world is full of great books, just waiting to be read Ho
27、w can you pick one youll really like? Here are some tips：What makes you happy?_1_Are you really into dinosaurs or dogs or a specific person? Are there a few careers youre interested in? You can find books about almost anything you like, and youre more likely to enjoy reading a book if youre already
28、interested in its subjectFact or fiction?Some books are entirely made up and imagined Those are called fiction books Novels, short stories are all examples of fiction These books can transport you to another world or help you imagine something beyond your own experienceNonfiction books give you the
29、who, what, when, and why _2_Nonfiction books can bring to life everything from the first trip to the moon to what its like to explore the deepest oceans Try both fiction and nonfiction books to see which you like betterFind a family favoriteWhat was your mothers favorite book when she was your age?
30、Or your dads? _3_Then you can talk about what they liked about it and share your thoughts Its a fun way to get to know your family a little better, and to find a book youll enjoy!Ask an expert_4_Tell a librarian about your interestsrock stars, sports teams, historical events, whatever youre intoand
31、the names of some books you already like Your librarian can help you find other books that youre sure to loveLaunch a book swap_5_Its always fun to see what your friends are reading Even if theyre not exactly bookworms, you can all encourage each other to read and share books and authors you like Yo
32、u also can look for book swaps in your area Its a great way to build your personal library for free!AAsk them and give it a readBMany of them read novels from start to finishCWhy not get some friends together and trade favorite books?DIf you have a favorite hobby, look for books about that activityE
33、They tell stories using factsbut that doesnt mean theyre boringFRead the passage and decide for yourself whether it seems knowledgeableGYour local library is a great place to find books that youll love, and you dont have to search all by yourself1D 根据后面句子内容可知，如果你对恐龙、狗、某个人或者某个职业特别感兴趣的话，你可以看一些专业的书来了解它
34、们，所以确定答案为 D，即如果你有某种兴趣爱好，可以看一些这方面的书。2E 该空前面一句“Nonfiction books give you the who, what, when, and why ”可知， 非小说类图书给你提供人物、事件、时间等，这些都是具体的事实，所以后句应为 E 项所述，即这些都是事实，但不意味着这些书就是枯燥的 。E 项起着承上启下的作用。3A 该段的主题句为“Find a family favorite(找到家庭成员的爱好 。)” 。设空前的句子告诉我们要发现父母亲在我们这个年纪时喜欢的书籍；设空后又提到与他们一起讨论并分享观点，A 项承上启下。 故选 A。4G 根
35、据空后的“Tell a librarian about your interestsrock stars ”可知，图书管理员会帮助你找到自己喜欢的书，所以 G 项符合上下文语境。5C 根据空后的“Its always fun to see what your friends are reading ”可知，C 项“ 为何不和朋友聚在一起，交换彼此最喜欢的书？”符合语境。故选 C。Passage 5限时 8 分钟How Not to Be AwkwardNot all of us are outgoing and ready to take the world by storm_1_ This
36、usually happens when a person is still in his or her teen years and going through the socialization process So, what can a person do to overcome this tendency to be awkward Lets try to find answers to the questionsStay in shape and dress up wellSometimes, awkwardness could be due to being overweight
37、 When you are large in size, you tend to get very selfconscious So, in order to avoid this, get into the habit of exercising every day_2_ If you look as if you have just stepped out of a 1980s film when actually it is 2019, there is no doubt that you are bound to feel awkward about yourselfBe optimi
38、sticAnother effective tip on how not to feel awkward is to always keep a smile on your face _3_ On the other hand, a smiling, happy and positive thinking person is appreciated by everybody So, smile when you meet acquaintances or even strangers, say a cheerful “Hi！” and automatically some of your aw
39、kwardness will disappear completely!Participate in team activitiesThis one really helps Awkwardness generally develops when a person remains isolated from others So, in order to change this situation, join groups_4_ Joining people in book reading sessions as well as debates will help remove your awk
40、wardness Choose any activity of your choice, such as playing team sports or joining a dance class, and soon you will find your comfort level around people increasing day by day!Develop your personalityBeing a bookworm or an Internet addict will not get you anywhere For self-improvement, take up a ho
41、bby that adds meaning to your life Learn singing or try adventure sports_5_ALearn how to end a conversationBSecondly, have appropriate clothes onCFor instance, if you are a reading lover, join a book clubDIf you look sad, nobody will actually like being with youESomething as simple as listening to m
42、usic will do wonders tooFMany among us are shy and may even feel kept apart from othersGAwkwardness could be because you do not have anything in common to talk about1F 根据空前一句 “Not all of us are outgoing and ready to take the world by storm ”可知，并不是所有的人都很外向，能使世界为之倾倒，也就是说我们中有很多人比较害羞，不愿意和他人交往。空后一句进一步对这种
43、情形进行了解释，即这种情况通常发生在十几岁的时候。故选 F。2B 根据本段标题“Stay in shape and dress up well”可知，要想在人际交往中不尴尬，需要保持体形，并穿着得体。空前一句说的是多锻炼保持体形，那么该空要填的句子就应该是与 dress up well 一致的含义 。只有 B 项符合。3D 根据本段标题“Be optimistic”可知，本段中心思想就是要求我们要有乐观的心态。再根据空后一句可知，一个面带微笑，开心并积极思考的人会受到他人的喜欢，也就是说如果总是不开心，不乐观地面对一切，没有人会喜欢你。只有 D 项符合。4C 根据空前一句“So, in ord
44、er to change this situation, join groups ”可知，作者建议我们要改变这一情况，应参加小组活动。故选 C。5E 根据本段第二句“For selfimprovement, take up a hobby that adds meaning to your life ”可知 ，为了提高自己，要培养一个爱好，这个爱好可以给你的生活带来很大的积极意义。 只有 E 项能承接上文 。Passage 6限时 7 分钟Ways to Free Your Mind When Youre Feeling StuckHave you ever felt like you wer
45、e racing around in circles without making much forward progress? If youre stuck and you dont know how to rise, dont look outside yourself Look below_1_Go back to whats importantWhen we get stuck, it can be extremely useful to come back to these three things： core values, beliefs and goals Why？_2_Ask
46、 for helpVery often, highly happy and successful people have a supporting group of friends, family and others who help them_3_ And dont be afraid to reach out and help someone whos even more stuck than youEmbrace the natural pathwaysWhen you get stuck, theres no need to go back to the drawing board
47、Ask the people around you about the systems that are working for them, read insightful books and blog articles, and use the same methods and pathways that others have used to get unstuck_4_Relocate yourself to an inspiring environment_5_ You can go for a walk in a nearby park You can come out of the
48、 office for a cup of coffee Or if you are at home, you can simply go to a different room in the house Whether its urban spaces, parks, libraries, museums or even our own backyards, there are plenty of available sources that we can draw inspiration and strength fromAGoals are the outcomes in life that we strive forBHere are some useful ways to help yourself get unstuckCWhen you are stuck, dont be afraid to ask for he
