1、2022-2023学年深圳高一英语期中考前七选五阅读专题提升训练根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填人空白的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 一 Whether its studying for exams, working on a project or struggling with an essay, weve all been under immense stress at some point. When it gets a bit overwhelming, we can reach a level of exhaustion like never before- the aw
2、ful burnout. 1 According to Psychology Today, burnout isnt just caused by working long hours; it is more about long-term or repeated exposure to a stressful situation. The result can be feelings like depression and sleepiness. A feeling of loss of control in a work scenario can create a conflict wit
3、h the sense of self - which can lead burnout. 2 This means that striving to be more efficient can result in a reduction in our productivity. 3 Well, there are some tips that may help you. Psychologist Albert Banduras idea of self-efficacy - which is the theory that you should believe in your ability
4、 to complete a task at hand - may assist you. A feeling that the task is achievable and that you are capable of succeeding means that a difficult task might be less tiring. Finding ways to express your creative side may also help. Not everyone has creative aspects to their jobs, and therefore, they
5、need to find other outlets. 4 All f these may help to detach them from the overwhelming stress that may exist in their working life. Looking after yourself and your surroundings can also be beneficial. 5 This, in turn, leads to another tip, which is to have healthy and positive thoughts. Being negat
6、ive can be incredibly draining. Having a positive mental attitude towards everything you do means that you may feel more capable as well.A. But what can we do to avoid the evils of burnout?B. They could paint, write or take part in local theatre.C. Theres no doubt that a better environment does good
7、 to you.D. Suffering from burnout can block our creativity and productivity.E. However, that feeling of exhaustion is not just physical, but can be mental as well.F. The consequence is that you are surrounded by a cleaner and more positive environment.G. It is pushing ourselves hard that leads to bu
8、mout, which is associated with the pressures of the modern world.二Coronavirus SafetyAs some communities begin to reopen during the global coronavirus(COVID-19) pandemic, public health officials say the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.Below are some steps from the
9、Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)to help protect yourself and others.1 and always follow the directions of CDC.Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after being in a public place, or_2 _. If soap and water are not readily available, use hand san
10、itizer with at least 60% alcohol. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Some people without symptoms may be able to spread the virus. Stay home as much as possible and avoid non-essential travel.3 _-about two arm lengths-away from
11、 others if you must go out in public.4 when around others and when you must go out in public, such as to a grocery store. The face cover is meant to protect other people in case you are infected. However, do NOT place face coverings on young children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or
12、 is unconscious, disabled or 5 .If you think you may have been exposed to COVID-19,contact your health care provider immediately.A. otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistanceB. Stay informed about whats happening in your communityC. call to seek medical attention if your symptoms worsenD
13、. after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezingE. away from others if you must go out in publicF. Practice social distancing by keeping at least 6 feetG. Cover your mouth and nose with a face cover三How does gratitude lead to better eating behaviors? At the beginning of every new year, many of us wi
14、ll work on the annual tradition of making New Years resolutions. And one of the most popular resolutions is to eat healthily. 1 Its not the latest health fad (时尚). Instead, its an emotion: gratitude. 2 Three groups spent five minutes per week, over the course of a month, writing a thank-you letter t
15、o someone. At the beginning of the experiment, the end of the month, and three months later, the students reported on their eating behaviors. In the end, participants who wrote gratitude letters reported healthier eating habits at the end of the month, compared to the fourth group who listed their d
16、aily activities. Why did this happen? 3 This consequently led to better eating behaviors. As many of us are aware, negative emotionsstress, boredom, sadnesscan drive us straight to chocolate and junk food. While gratitude alone probably wont completely change your eating habits, over time it can hav
17、e a significant effect. In other words, developing a regular gratitude practice can bring about small, positive and cumulative (累积的) changes to your eating behaviors. 4 So, is gratitude a miracle drug? Not quite, but much research is done on its benefits. 5 It promotes stronger immune systems, lower
18、 blood pressure and better sleep. Now, we can also add healthier eating to the list. A. This was true for all the gratitude groups. B. This benefits your health for decades to come.C. In the study, researchers split up 1,017 students into four groups.D. The conclusion is that gratitude is good for o
19、ur minds and our bodies. E. They indicated how much fruit, vegetables, fast food and desserts they ate. F. The study further found practicing gratitude led to decreased negative emotions. G. If this is your goal, new research has discovered a resource that could help you achieve it. 四How to Be Produ
20、ctive During Difficult TimesWhen we are struggling, or when we have a hard time focusing, we may turn to others for help. We may even wish we had a hero to help us. Well, today here is some advice for you.Turn ourselves into our own heroes.When we make ourselves heroes, we not only gain focus but al
21、so a sense of purpose. 1 a For example, it can give us hope as stories in the books often do. In stories, writers often give their hero, the main person in the story, a purpose. 2 Write out our tasks and ideas.In stories, heroes also have tasks, which they want to finish, and ideas, which they see f
22、or themselves. So we can write out our tasks and ideas, not just for a project but for our life as well. With clear tasks and ideas, events in our life no longer seem to be separate events. 3opo Theres just a lot of value in having tasks and ideas. 4 When we know our strengths, we can use them fully
23、. In difficult times, we can make our life easier by focusing on our strengths. It is even more important to identify weaknesses. All heroes have them. On their journey they face their weaknesses and learn from them.Have small goals within a larger goal.As we know, the heros journey is not a one-tim
24、e thing. It is a journey we are on in our entire life. 5 Our lifes journey is ongoing and ever-changing. We should be realistic with our goals and to be kind to ourselves, especially during difficult times.A. Learn from heroes in stories.B. We often live a life without purpose.C. Know our strengths
25、and weaknesses.D. They become part of our larger stories.E. So have small goals that we can measure in some way.F. We can do the same for ourselves and identify our purposes.G. Making ourselves the heroes in our own stories helps us in many ways. 五 Its a long debated topic: Which is more effective,
26、group studying or studying alone?Weve all experienced getting together with classmates to study for an upcoming exam and spending the entire time talking or joking around. 1 So if you are the one who can be so distracting, its strongly recommended that you should study alone. The following are some
27、benefits of studying alone.1. Minimum distractionsWhen you lock yourself away in your room, there tend to be less distractions than when you are studying in a group. 2 There are literally no distractions, unless youre the one who feels the need to clean everything when you study.2. Personal study en
28、vironment 3 You may require classical music, a comfortable room, and a cup of tea while you study. Someone else may require complete silence, and no snacks at all. Studying alone allows you to set the perfect study environment so you get the most out of studying. 4 Some students learn best with flas
29、hcards, while others learn best when they reread chapters. Find your learning style, and you can get better results.3. Personalized learning content 5 Only when you study alone, youre able to focus on exactly those topics. Its easy to look over the material youre already familiar with. The hard part
30、 of studying is to learn what you dont understand.A. You can learn whatever you like.B. Nobody is moving around or talking near you.C. That is what you can achieve in group studying.D. Everyone is different, which means everyone learns differently.E. There may be some topics in class that you really
31、 need to work on.F. You leave the group without accomplishing anything to get you ready for your exam.G. Studying alone also allows you to use the study strategies that are the most effective for your learning style. 六The desire to be noticed by peers(同龄人) is a natural tendency. Your style- the way
32、you dress up, the way you carty yourself, the trends you follow-plays a key role in helping you stand It from the others. 1 The following tips can help you1. Be yourselWhy be a second-rate version of anybody else when you can be the first-rate version of yourself? Nothing will help you stand out of
33、the crowd more than your own features because there can be only one you. Everyone has their own belief, their own way of thinking, their own experiences that shape their styles. However, self-doubt and fear of disapproval drive many to abandon their own ways and follow what everyone else is doing. 2
34、 2. Keep an open mindOpen-mindedness helps you see things from a different perspective, understand others, find opportunities, and learn from others 3 There are several styles that you should explore and determine which suits your own personality. Nobody knows what fashion your are enthusiastic abou
35、t. But you should be clearly aware of your own true feelings about it3. Keep up with the recent trendsFashion is always changing 4 As-society changes, so does fashien. Changing trends reflect the changes in people(s taste. Similarly, your sense of fashion changes as you gain more experiences in life
36、. Keeping track of the latest fashion will help you redefine your style.4. Wear your confidenceYour attitude towards dressing can make a significant difference to how you look. You can wear a very beautiful dress, but if cant carry it with confidence, it will not look good on you 5 Dont wear an unco
37、mfortable dress just because everyone or your friend is wearing it. Remember its okay to have your own style as long as you are confident with itA. Also, it tells a lot about your personalityB. What wo ed yesterday may not work todayC. Copying others will make you just another face in a crowdD. Havi
38、ng an open m/nd can be very helpful in defining your styleE. On the other hand, even an average dress looks great on people who wear it confidently.F. It is not absolutely necessary to follow every new trend, and you can enjoy the ones you like.G. Simply following the fashion trends or wearing expen
39、sive clothes will not help you get a distinct(独特的) style. 七College years are something that many people remember with a smile of happiness all theirlives. But how do college students manage to complete a huge number of assignments and still find the time to have fun? _1_ Students learn to use their
40、time right. Here are some effective time management tips that can be used outside of college too.Use technologies. Many modern students can back up the fact that technologies make studying easier and faster._2_ Using technologies for work is also a must if you want to improve your productivity.Learn
41、 something new all the time. _3_Smart students know that the more they learn, the easier it can be for them to get out of different situations. Read books, learn new skills and languages. Itll make you smarter and more productive. _4_ Working non-stop is always a bad idea. Human bodies and minds nee
42、d to have rests to be productive. If you regularly have fun and rests, you stay energetic. Thus, you will do your work faster and save a lot of time.Have a schedule. _5_ Having a schedule is good not only for school, but also for work and your future life. If your day is planned by the hour, it is e
43、asier to get every task done fast and effectively.A.Have fun B.Time managementC.Learn to focusD.You need to be hungry for knowledgeE. For example, you can save time on calculating things and solving different problems as there are now many smart phone apps to helpF. It helps organize your day and ge
44、t you ready for each classG. It is very important to be able to concentrate on your work 八How to Efficiently Prepare for a Tests Exam taking is a demanding process. Preparing for it is even more challenging:Sometimes you have that eagerness to stay glued onto the books and try to input everything in
45、to your brain._1_ Here are some tips in better preparing for a test._2 _Reviewing is useless if your heart is not into it. Focus and maintain that drive to prepare for the exam. Also, take note of your reasons for scoring highly in the exam. Give yourself multiple positive objectives. It is like set
46、ting the mood for it.After motivating yourself, check how reliable your memory is. It can come in handy if you have lots of concepts to remember. Every day make it a point to memorize at least ten terms._3 _If you have the materials, try to summarize them by listing down important points. Gather les
47、sons, notes, and books about the subject you are to take an exam for._ 4_ _ It does not only test your skill in memory recall, but it also measures how well you have been studying.When you study, choose the perfect time and place for you where there are no distractions. Likewise, you must determine
48、your learning style. You might find it more comfortable studying in the library than at your own home.Remember that reviewing allows you to recount the lessons and process them more systematically._5_ _ When you know you have studied well, then you wouldnt really have to worry about taking the test.
49、A. Add more terms as the days succeed.B. Take memory-enhancing games and puzzles.C. One of the most important things is to motivate yourself.D. So give yourself enough time in studying, and beat the nervousness.E. Reread your notes and try to recall how they were discussed by your professor.F. But o
50、ther times you just dont know what to do with the loads of lessons to study about.G. You wouldnt expect yourself to be mentally and physically prepared for the test as well. 九Do you suffer from low energy? Is it difficult to get out of bed in the morning? Do your head and stomach ache? If so, you co
51、uld be experiencing job burnout. _ 1 _- 77% of workers surveyed by Deloitte said they had experienced burnout. And 90% of those said that stress had negatively impacted their work.Burnout is dangerous. It can lead to mental and physical exhaustion, a loss of identity, and feeling a lack of accomplis
52、hment. they harm the body over time. Do you want to get out of this state? 2 One way you can help relieve burnout is by practicing communication. Be clear about what youre feeling, and if you are being overworked, discuss it with your supervisor or coworkers. 3 Taking time off is also a good idea.Wh
53、ile self-care is trending these days, it will not cure burnout. 4_ Their support and cooperation can make you feel better. Another option is taking part in regular physical activities to get your mind off work._ 5_ A study cited by The New York Times found that surgeons who made time for recreationa
54、l activities were less likely to experience burnout than those who didnt. A few ideas for relaxing activities can be yoga, meditation, or mindfulness.A. As a matter of fact, you arent alone.B. Finally, make time to do things you love.C. Burnout can also develop along with anxiety.D. Read on to discover how to deal with it effectively.E. Provide them with ideas that would help lighten burnout in the office.F. What can help address the problem is to see a doctor or meet with friends.G. If you are eating more or less than usual, stress hormones can be affecting your appetite.
