1、健康的生活方式、积极的生活态度.阅读理解A(2021钦州模拟)Antioxidants (抗氧化剂) in coffee are thought to help protect against stroke but too much must raise blood pressure, which increases the risk, according to Japanese researchers. Similarly, green tea could also be beneficial for preventing the shocking event, caused when a
2、blood vessel (血管) in or serving the brain is blocked.The study looked at the drinking habits of more than 83,000 healthy adults, aged 45 to 74, whose health was tracked for 13 years on average. They found that people who drank at least one cup of coffee a day had about a 20 percent lower risk of str
3、oke, compared to those who rarely drank it. To get an equal effect, about four cups of green tea a day were required.All results were adjusted to take into account differences between the groups in age composition, gender, smoking, alcohol, weight, diet and exercise. Dr. Yoshihiro Kokubo, lead autho
4、r of the study, published in the journal Stroke, said, “The regular action of drinking tea and coffee, largely benefits cardiovascular (心脏血管的) health.”Their results for coffee were similar to that of “study of studies”, presented at a European conference, which found that one to three cups a day was
5、 associated with a 14 percent reduction. For three to six cups, there appeared to be a similar but weaker association, but there was no benefit from drinking six or more.Exactly why coffee and green tea appears to lower stroke risk is unclear, although antioxidants are thought to be at work. However
6、, the science is by no means cut and dried. Caffeine raises blood pressure, and there have been indications that too much coffee can raise stroke risk because of this.Dr. Dale Webb, from the Stroke Association said, “We welcome this study which suggests that the benefits of antioxidants in coffee an
7、d green tea may offset the potential harm from caffeine.” He thought, the results show higher consumption of green tea and coffee might reduce the risks of stroke. “We would like to see further research to understand these findings,” he said.语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。最近的研究表明,喝咖啡或绿茶可以降低中风的风险。但是,过量饮用也会导致血压升高,因此,要
8、适量饮用咖啡或绿茶。1What may lead to a stroke according to the first paragraph?AHigher blood pressure.BDrinking a cup of coffee a day.CBlocked blood vessels in the brain.DAntioxidants.解析:选C细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句可知,同样,绿茶也有助于预防中风,这是由于大脑内部或服务于大脑的血管被阻塞而引起的。由此可知,当大脑中的血管发生堵塞的时候,可能会导致中风。故选C。2What can we infer from the pas
9、sage?AThe study mainly focuses on middleaged people.BDrinking one cup of coffee a day benefits health.CThose who seldom drink coffee are healthier.DDrinking tea contributes to stroke.解析:选B推理判断题。根据第二段第二句可知,他们发现,与很少喝咖啡的人相比,每天至少喝一杯咖啡的人患中风的风险要低20%。由此可推断,每天至少喝一杯咖啡对身体健康有好处。故选B。3What is the attitude of Dr.
10、 Dale Webb toward this study?AHe saw more findings of this study unsatisfiedly.BHe understood the difficulty of this study.CHe appreciated the achievements of this study.DHe was disappointed to find no following research.解析:选C观点态度题。根据最后一段第一句可知,中风协会的Dale Webb博士说:“我们欢迎这项研究,它表明咖啡和绿茶中的抗氧化剂的好处可以抵消咖啡因的潜在危
11、害。”由此可判断出,Dale Webb医生对这项研究的成果持赞赏态度。故选C。4What can be a suitable title for the text?ADrinking coffee raises blood pressureBDrinking tea reduces strokeCDrinking coffee equals drinking teaDDrinking tea or coffee properly matters解析:选D标题归纳题。根据第一段可知,据日本研究人员称,咖啡中的抗氧化剂被认为有助于预防中风,但喝太多咖啡就会导致血压升高,从而增加中风的风险。同样,绿
12、茶也有助于预防中风。结合本文主要讲述最新的研究表明,适当饮用一定量的咖啡或绿茶能降低患中风的风险。故D选项“适当饮用咖啡或茶很重要”最适合作标题。故选D。BPilates, yoga and the running machine get all the attention when it comes to popular ways to stay healthy. There is, however, a more humble exercise that might not be so attractive, but has all the benefits walking.Certifi
13、ed fitness professional Jolynn Jaekel explains, “What I love about walking is that anyone can do it at any age and any fitness level. Plus, it is good for your heart, your head and your wallet.”A recent report details the health benefits of walking. The report found that walking regularly to fulfill
14、 the 150 minutes of moderate physical exercise every week, recommended by the UKs chief medical officer, could save 37,000 lives each year. Scientists at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California found that quick walking reduces the risk of heart disease more effectively than running.
15、They observed participants aged between 18 and 80 over a sixyear period and found that walking reduced the risk of heart disease by 9.3%, while running reduced it by 4.5%. And there is even more good news: 30 minutes of quick walking over five days could help you sleep easily, according to research
16、by Oregon State University. The study by the university showed that walking helped participants sleep better and feel more alert during the day.The sooner you get started, the sooner youll notice the differences in your mind and body. So, go out for your 30minute walk in a nearby park or green space
17、.语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了健康生活方式中的最简单有效的方式步行。 5The underlined word “humble” in the first paragraph probably means “_”AplainBrelaxingCpopular Dactive解析:选A词义猜测题。根据第一段可知,当提到保持健康的方式时首先可以想到普拉提、瑜伽和跑步机。然而,有一种不太引人注目的简单运动却让人受益匪浅,那就是步行。由此可推知,画线词和“plain”意义相近。故A项正确。6What does Jolynn Jaekel think of walking?AIts loved
18、 by people of all ages.BIts much healthier than running.CIts a moneysaving physical exercise.DIts becoming more and more popular.解析:选C细节理解题。根据第二段中的“What I love about walking . your head and your wallet.”可知,步行对人的心脏和大脑都有好处并且可以省钱。故C项正确。7What did scientists at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory f
19、ind?AWalking helps people with sleep problems.BWalking contributes to curing heart disease.CWalking 150 minutes per week can save lives.DWalking is better than running in some cases.解析:选D细节理解题。根据第三段第三句中的“found that quick walking reduces the risk of heart disease more effectively than running”以及下文将步行
20、和跑步从几个方面进行的对比来看,前者优于后者。故D项正确。8In which section of a newspaper can we read this text?AComment. BLifestyle.CEducation. DScience.解析:选B文章出处题。纵观全文可知,本文主要介绍了健康生活方式中的最简单有效的方式步行。由此可推知,可从报纸上介绍生活方式的版块读到该文章。故B项正确。.阅读七选五Changing your life can come in small, easy steps. You can transform yourself and live a bett
21、er life by making positive changes along the way. Here are some choices that will lead to your transformation.Choose to change bad habitsSome bad habits seem to stick around without us even realizing it. _1_You can overcome them, find better alternatives, and get through your struggle to become a be
22、tter you! Do it for yourself more than anything.Choose to growIts easy to get stuck in a fixed way of life. _2_ In choosing to grow, you build character, develop your strengths, become aware of what needs improvement, and turn into the wellrounded person you need to be to succeed.Choose to seek a ba
23、lanced lifeWhere do you need balance? Are you all work, no play? Or the opposite? _3_ If youre spending too much time working or locked away alone, find the time for social interaction and having fun. If you havent committed to a schedule in a while, make the decision to start following one._4_This
24、is vital to human existence. We need the loving bonds created by family members and friends. Personal relationships are key to emotional growth and social stability.Choose to live your passionWhatever your dream is, you can have it. The person you wish to be and the things you wish to achieve are wi
25、thin you. Make the choice to pursue those passions at whatever cost. It may mean clearing out your schedule or doing something youve never done. _5_AChoose to spend time with those you loveBChoose to organize your schedule flexiblyCMake the choice today that you wont be ruled by them.DNeither extrem
26、e will lead you to a pleasant life for very long.EHowever, with reevaluation and growth comes a beautiful freedom.FIts good to change, and youve only got so many years to refresh yourself.GHowever, the reward from success and personal accomplishment will be worth it.语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。改变你的生活可以是小而简单的步骤。你可
27、以通过积极的改变来改变你自己,过上更好的生活。1. 选C上文提示“一些坏习惯似乎在我们没有意识到的情况下依然存在。”再根据下文提示“你可以克服它们,找到更好的选择,并通过你的奋斗来成为一个更好的你!”承接上下文,C项符合语境。故选C。2选E上文提示“人们很容易陷入固定的生活方式中。”再根据下文提示“在选择成长的过程中,你塑造性格,培养自己的长处,意识到需要改进的地方,并成为你成功的全面发展的人。”承接上下文,E项符合语境。E项中的growth与下文的grow相吻合。故选E。3选D上文提示“你在哪里需要平衡?你们都在工作,不玩耍吗?还是相反?”下文提示“如果你花太多的时间在工作或独自待着,那就找时间进行社交互动和娱乐。”承接上下文,D项符合语境。故选D。4选A此处是一个小标题,根据上下标题可知答案在A/B中选择。本段内容提示“这对人类的生存至关重要。我们需要家庭成员和朋友建立的爱的纽带。”由此推知,A项(选择花时间和你爱的人在一起)符合语境。love是关键词,故选A。5选G上文提示“无论付出什么代价,都要选择去追求那些激情。这可能意味着你要清空你的日程表,或者做一些你从未做过的事情。”承接上文,G项符合语境。G项中的the reward和be worth与上文中的whatever cost构成一种转折关系,故答案为G。