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（7）七选五——2024年高考英语真题模拟试题专项汇编
一、【2024年新高考Ⅰ卷】
Not all great writers are great spellers. If you want to be published, it's vital to submit a perfect, professionally presented manuscript (原稿). ①_____ No editor is likely to tolerate a writer who does not take the trouble to spell words correctly.
I keep two reference books close-by on my desk: dictionary and thesaurus (同义词词典). I don't trust my laptop's spellchecker. ②_____ Of course, these days there are plenty of online dictionaries and thesauruses, but I'm old-fashioned enough to prefer a hard cover and pages I can leaf through with my fingers. I use the Concise Oxford Dictionary and the Collins Thesaurus.
③_____ It should give you a precise definition of each word, thus differentiating it from other words whose meanings are similar, but not identical. It will also usually show how the word is pronounced.
In addition, I have an old two-volume copy of the Shorter Oxford Dictionary, picked up a few years ago in a bookshop sale for just 99 pence. Of course, with its 2,672 pages, it's not exactly short. It contains around 163,000 words, plus word combinations and idiomatic phrases. ④_____ However, if I need to check the origin of a word or to look up examples of its usage, there's nothing better.
For well over a hundred years the most influential English dictionary was Samuel Johnson's Dictionary of the English Language published in 1755. "To make dictionaries is dull (乏味) work," wrote Johnson, illustrating one definition of "dull". ⑤_____ A few minutes spent casting your eye over a page or two can be a rewarding experience.
A. I don't often use this dictionary.
B. It takes no account of the context.
C. But I still don't want to replace them.
D. But a dictionary can be a pleasure to read.
E. Of course, a dictionary is not only for spelling.
F. That means good grammar and no spelling mistakes.
G. Dictionaries don't always give you enough information.
二、【2024年新高考Ⅱ卷】
Overtourism Is For Real: How Can You Help
Travel promotes understanding, expands our minds, makes us better people, and boosts local economies and communities, but the rapid growth of travel has led to overtourism in certain regions and destinations. ①_____ Certainly not. The loss of what travel offers would be unacceptable in today's world. Here are some tips on making wise decisions to minimize pressure on the places we visit and improve our experience.
●Choose mindfully. Overvisited destinations are that way for a reason: they're special. With so many online posts featuring the same places, it's easy to feel like you're missing out. Go somewhere only when the landscape, culture or food deeply draws you. ②_____
●Get creative. The best way to ease pressure on over-touristed destinations is to go somewhere else. Though overtourism is described as a problem affecting the entire world, it's actually concentrated to a small number of extremely popular spots. That means you have tons of less-visited options to choose from. ③_____ Why not try a regional alternative or check out a popular destination's lesser-known sights
●④_____ Minimize impact and maximize experience by skipping major holidays or rush hour. You'll compete with fewer tourists, save money, experience a different side of a popular place, and boost the economy when tourism is traditionally slower.
Visiting a place that others call home is a privilege(荣幸). Do your part to preserve what makes a destination special in the first place. ⑤_____ You may be amazed how much closer you'll feel to the people there.
A. Visit during off-peak times.
B. So, should we stop traveling
C. Travel for you and no one else.
D. Can overtourism be avoided then
E. You can still find relatively undiscovered places.
F. You'll find yourself virtually alone, or close to it.
G. Consider giving back to the communities you're visiting.
三、【2024年辽宁二模】
Micro habits are simple practices that you can usually do in a few minutes. ①______ Making positive micro habits and keeping them regularly can be an effective way to improve your life. Here are some great examples of micro habits you can start today.
Read an inspiring story
②______ Look up stories of people helping people or stories of hope and write down what lessons you can learn from them. Many stories can be read in a matter of minutes, making this a great micro habit.
Set a productivity timer
Having difficulty concentrating at work Setting a productivity timer will help you focus on the task at hand. You can set that timer for whatever amount of time you have-fifteen minutes, thirty minutes, sixty minutes — and develop the habit of working consistently during that period. ③______ Let these minutes be your time to be positive and productive.
Set a break timer
Much like the previous micro habit, set a break timer for yourself in between your periods of productivity. Set that timer and commit to giving yourself a break. ④______ If your job has you on your feet, take a rest by sitting in a quiet space. If you sit at a desk, get up and walk around.
Text a friend
As we find happiness in our own life, what can we do to bring happiness to others Take two minutes out of your day to text a friend and tell them how much you care about them. List out how they have had a positive effect on your life. You'll be surprised how much this micro habit will bring a smile to their face, and your own. ⑤______
A. Just remember, it's not a race.
B. That's why micro habits are so great.
C. Use that time to step away from your work.
D. But that doesn't mean they are less impactful.
E. Nothing creates happiness faster than spreading it.
F. You can do this by calling up a friend to tell them a funny story.
G. Reading about other people's success stories can give you motivation.
四、【2024年浙江绍兴模拟】
Teamwork Doubles the Strength
Admittedly, teamwork is literally important for any class or team to achieve its goals and objectives. Let me give three reasons why it is advantageous.
As individuals, we possess diverse talents, strengths, weaknesses and experiences. A team is just like a tapestry(织锦) that weaves what each of us possesses, resulting in an end product that is diverse yet homogenous(同种类的). As team members exchange thoughts and experiences, there can be more efficiency and effectiveness at problem-solving. This pooling of talents can also lead to greater innovation and success. ① ______ . It won the Premier League in 2016, to the utter disbelief of many soccer fans. Leicester City, previously regarded as the underdog of the League, displayed extremely impressive teamwork, which led to its unbelievable victory in soccer history.
Next, teamwork means members share the workload. When work is distributed and each of us in a team specializes in specific tasks, the stress on each of us is reduced and the completion of tasks before deadline is ensured: ② ______ .
③ ______ . Team members learn from more experienced members who may offer deeper insights and perspectives. Newer members may also contribute new ideas. Besides encouraging the sharing of knowledge and experiences, teamwork also develops soft skills like communication and interpersonal skills. ④ ______ .
Some may think that working in isolation(单独) is more efficient since more time is taken when cooperating with others. For more talented individuals, working alone means being the star of a project. ⑤ ______ . But, the loss of synergy(协同作用) that only team effort can generate may also prevent the team from reaching its full potential.
A. Take Leicester City for example
B. Thus we can expect greater job satisfaction
C. Team members can also be divided in opinions
D. They don’t need to share the success with others
E. Let’s not wave away the chance to work in teams
F. And finally working in a team multiplies learning opportunities
G. We learn to respect differences in working styles and opinions, and develop trust
五、【2024年山西吕梁模拟】
For most people, traveling through the mountains or sampling French cuisine is a rare treat. ① _________ If you intend to become a travel writer, here is how you can get on your professional adventure.
Learn to be a descriptive writer.
People come to travel writing from all walks of life, and publications tend to be concerned with your ability to deliver a great piece over any advanced degree. It’s important to learn skills to describe places so that your readers can feel as if they were personally on the scene. ② _________
Immerse readers with your descriptive writing.
Readers want you to take them on a journey with you. ③ _________ What you need to do is evoke (唤起) the five senses using descriptive writing techniques. The use of simile and expressive language brings the piece to life and makes the readers feel like they’re traveling along with you.
Cherry-pick the details that will tell the best story.
④ _________ To make a stronger piece, you need to focus on the right stories and details, which means knowing what to add and what you can leave out. Identifying what’s most important and most interesting to your audience makes for more absorbing writing.
⑤ _________
You might be asked to write about a topic you aren’t familiar with or you might need to learn more about a place’s history or background to give your piece greater context. Doing research in advance will allow you to create an accurate and well-informed story.
Travel writing allows you to satisfy your strong desire for travel and make a living of it. It is also a way to connect people across cultures and great distances and build an appreciation for the uniqueness and diversity around us.
A. Preparation is key.
B. You don’t necessarily pay for their trip.
C. Make a living by working as a travel writer.
D. A descriptive piece should leave out the details.
E. For travel writers, it might just be another day on the job.
F. To achieve this, you might as well take a travel writing course.
G. Though you may have recorded many interesting details, you can’t include everything.
六、【2024年重庆模拟】
The Failed New Year's Resolution: Three Tips to Get on Track
January is officially over, and many people are taking stock of their progress towards New Year's resolutions. The fact is that you probably haven't kept up with them as much as you hoped. But that's not your fault. ①______.If you feel like you have already failed, here are three tips before you let go.
Practice self-compassion
Many people talk to themselves in harsh ways when struggling with new habits, believing self-criticism will help them reach their goals. Research shows, however, that the opposite is true. Self-compassion is more effective for personal improvement, especially when facing failure. ②______, try to be kind and gentle with yourself, just as you would with a loved one.
③______
Resolutions are often phrased as definitive goals. I will exercise daily. I will kick desserts. ④______. But setting all-or-nothing goals can lead to all-or-nothing decisions that one gives up when faced with challenges. In contrast, intentions focus more on your values than specific actions. For example, the resolution "I will exercise daily" may become an intention of "I want to move my body because it feels good." This approach allows for more flexibility when unexpected stress arises.
Solve problems by overcoming barriers
If you are struggling to maintain your desired habits, there are evidence-based techniques available to help you. ⑤______. This involves identifying the specific barriers that lead to your quitting something that you want to do. Perhaps you keep forgetting the new habit, or perhaps you don't understand how to do it. Whatever it is, identify the barrier and cope with it specifically.
A. Set all-or-nothing goals
B. Change your resolutions into intentions
C. One such skill is called missing links analysis
D. Setting specific behavioral goals can be effective
E. If you're persuaded to give up on your resolutions
F. Old habits tend to die hard, and new habits tend to die easy
G. When you are upset about yourself for not keeping resolutions
七、【2024年山东模拟】
Over the past few decades, technology has advanced at an unprecedented rate, revolutionizing industries and shaping new ways of life. ①______
According to the International Telecommunication Union, a key advocate of technological advancement, the rapid growth of technology has significantly improved the quality of life in numerous communities. It cites studies that show the integration of technology into daily lives has led to increased efficiency, more access to information, and even progress in healthcare in numerous regions. ②______
Those who embrace technological progress argue that it creates new opportunities for individuals and businesses alike. For instance, farmers in remote areas can now access real-time market information and weather updates through smartphones, enabling them to make more informed decisions about their crops. Additionally, small businesses can expand their reach globally through online platforms. ③______ They argue that while technology may bring benefits to some, it often expands the difference between the technologically informed and the digitally excluded. Studies conducted by organizations like the United Nations Development Programme reveal that many individuals, particularly those in developing regions or with limited resources, lag behind in accessing and utilizing technological advancements. ④______
Furthermore, critics fear that the unchecked growth of technology may have negative impacts on society and the environment. For example, the rise of social media and the internet has led to an increase in cyberbullying, privacy concerns, and the spread of misinformation. Moreover, the overuse of technology may contribute to do-nothing lifestyles and other health issues.
One thing is certain about technological progress—it is an inevitable trend. The rapid pace of innovation and the widespread availability of technology make it impossible to turn back. ⑤______
A. But how can we take control of technology to our advantage
B. The question arises: Is technological progress beneficial for all
C. This digital divide can lead to increased social and economic gaps.
D. However, critics of technological advancement hold a different view.
E. These advancements have been particularly evident in rural and underserved areas.
F. It ensures that the benefits of technological progress are shared equally across society.
G. The challenge now is finding ways to command the power of technology to benefit all.
八、【2024年江西宜春二模】
Have you ever started your day feeling unbeatable, only to feel worn down by the time you get into bed ① _________ Try the following routines to help you sail through your day.
Practise gratitude. As you wake up, whether naturally or through your alarm, pause for a few seconds. ② _________ It may be a photograph of someone you love, your stylish new bedside table, or just being alive and being offered a new day. Take in the positivity and bathe in it for a few moments before continuing your day.
Exhale(呼出) your tension. If you feel anxious or stressed as you wake up, take a few minutes to do an exercise to deal with the tension. Stand tall and bring both hands to your chest. Inhale, and then exhale as you open your arms and reach down to touch the floor. This will stretch your body and oxygenate your brain. ③ _________
Check in with yourself. On your way to work, take a minute to “check in” with yourself. Think through your goals for the day. ④ _________ Allow yourself to feel the positivity associated with those achievements. This visualization exercise is a simple way to build positive intention, create focus, and boost your motivation and confidence for the day.
⑤ _________ Be aware of not automatically reaching for your phone to check emails or social media as it can put you into a reactive mode rather than keeping your mind clear to choose how you want to go about in your day, and how you intend to respond instead of just reacting to events and people. The more you are able to stay centered and connected to yourself, the less likely you will stress out.
A. Brighten your day.
B. Respond, don’t react.
C. Teach the body to sense it is safe.
D. And imagine yourself completing them well.
E. Thus you process your tension feeling more positive.
F. Look around the room for something you are grateful for.
G. The daily ups and downs weaken your resolve and leave you low.
答案以及解析
一、答案：FBEAD
解析：①根据If you want to be published, it's vital to submit a perfect, professionally presented manuscript(原稿).如果你想发表,提交一份完美的、专业的手稿是至关重要的。可知,提到了完美的、专业的手稿的重要性,手稿中不能有语法和拼写错误是专业的手稿的要求之一。F选项“That means good grammar and no spelling mistakes.这意味着语法正确,没有拼写错误。”是对手稿要求的进一步解释说明,符合题意。故正确答案为F。
②根据I don't trust my laptop's spellchecker.我不相信我笔记本电脑的拼写检查器。可知提到了作者不相信电脑的拼写检查器;根据Of course, these days there are plenty of online dictionaries and thesauruses, but I'm old-fashioned enough to prefer a hard cover and pages I can leaf through with my fingers.当然,现在有很多在线词典和同义词库,但我是一个守旧的人,更喜欢精装的书和能用手指翻阅的书页。可知,提到了作者更喜欢实体书和能用手指翻阅的书页,说明电子设备可能不会考虑上下文。B选项“It takes no account of the context.它不考虑上下文。”解释了上文的原因,具有承上启下的作用。故正确答案为B。
③根据It should give you a precise definition of each word, thus differentiating it from other words whose meanings are similar, but not identical. It will also usually show how the word is pronounced.它应该给出每个单词的精确定义,从而将其与其他含义相似但不相同的单词区分开来。它通常还会显示单词的发音。可知,提到了字典的功能。E选项“Of course, a dictionary is not only for spelling.当然,字典不仅仅是用来拼写的。”提到了字典的部分功能,能引起下文内容。故正确答案为E。
④根据However, if I need to check the origin of a word or to look up examples of its usage, there's nothing better.然而,如果我需要检查一个单词的来源或查找其用法的例子,没有什么比这更好的了。可知,提到了字典的使用情况。A选项“I don't often use this dictionary.我不经常用这本字典。”是对字典使用频率的说明,与下文构成转折关系。故正确答案为A。
⑤根据"To make dictionaries is dull (乏味) work," wrote Johnson, illustrating one definition of "dul"约翰逊在解释"dul"的一个定义时写道:“编字典是件无聊的工作(乏味)。”可知,提到了编写字典是件乏味的工作;根据A few minutes spent casting your eye over a page or two can be a rewarding experience.花几分钟的时间浏览一两页是一种有益的体验。可知,提到浏览字典也是一种阅读的乐趣。D选项“But a dictionary can be a pleasure to read.但是一本字典读起来是一种乐趣。”是作者对字典的评价,与上文的“乏味”形成对比,与上文构成转折关系。故正确答案为D。
二、答案：BCEAG
解析：①根据Travel promotes understanding, expands our minds, makes us better people, and boosts local economies and communities, but the rapid growth of travel has led to over tourism in certain regions and destinations.旅游促进理解,扩展我们的思想,使我们成为更好的人,促进当地经济和社区,但旅游业的快速发展导致了某些地区和目的地的过度旅游。可知,表明旅游带来了一些问题;根据The loss of what travel offers would be unacceptable in today's world.在当今世界,失去旅行所能提供的东西将是不可接受的。可知,表示不能失去旅行;根据Certainly not.当然不。可知,空处提问能否停止旅行,D选项“那么,我们应该停止旅行吗 ”符合语境。故正确答案为B。
②根据Overvisited destinations are that way for a reason: they're special. With so many online posts featuring the same places, it's easy to feel like you're missing out. Go somewhere only when the landscape, culture or food deeply draws you.游客过多的目的地是有原因的:它们很特别。网上有这么多关于同一个地方的帖子,很容易让你觉得你错过了。只有当风景、文化或食物深深吸引你时,才去某个地方。可知,表明不要跟风旅游,C选项“为你而不是其他人旅行。”表明要关注自己在旅行时的感受,忠实自己的感受,不用管其余的建议,符合语境。故正确答案为C。
③根据That means you have tons of less-visited options to choose from.这意味着你有很多不太受欢迎的选择。及Why not try a regional alternative or check out a popular destination's lesser-known sights 为什么不尝试一个地区性的选择,或者看看一个热门目的地不太为人所知的景点呢。可知,提出建议,可以选择一些冷门的景点,E选项“你仍然可以找到相对未被发现的地方。”符合语境。故正确答案为E。
④空处为小标题,根据Minimize impact and maximize experience by skipping major holidays or rush hour.通过跳过重大节假日或高峰时间来最小化影响并最大化体验。可知,表示旅游时要注意避开高峰期,选择合适的时间,A选项“在非高峰时间参观。”概括本段内容。故正确答案为A。
⑤根据Do your part to preserve what makes a destination special in the first place.尽你的一份力,从一开始就保护一个目的地的特别之处。可知,表明旅游时应保护旅游景点;根据You may be amazed how much closer you'll feel to the people there.你可能会惊讶地发现你和那里的人感觉如此亲近。可知,表示这样做的感受,G选项“考虑回馈你所访问的社区。”符合语境。故正确答案为G。
三、答案：DGACE
解析：①前文“Micro habits are simple practices that you can usually do in a few minutes.(微习惯是你通常可以在几分钟内完成的简单练习)”表明微习惯是简单练习，后文“Making positive micro habits and keeping them regularly can be an effective way to improve your life.(养成积极的小习惯并定期保持它们是改善你生活的有效方法)”表明微习惯的好处，D选项“但这并不意味着他们的影响力更小”中they指代前文中的micro habits，表明微习惯虽然微小，但是有一定的影响力，承上启下。故选D项。
②本段讲述其中一个微习惯是“读一个励志故事”，后文“Look up stories of people helping people or stories of hope and write down what lessons you can learn from them.(查找人们帮助别人的故事或充满希望的故事，并写下你能从中学到的教训)”具体说明了哪些故事，G选项“阅读别人的成功故事可以给你动力”表明阅读励志故事的好处，与此处语境相符。故选G项。
③前文“You can set that timer for whatever amount of time you have-fifteen minutes, thirty minutes, sixty minutes — and develop the habit of working consistently during that period.(你可以把计时器设定在你有多少时间—15分钟、30分钟、60分钟—并养成在这段时间内坚持工作的习惯)”并结合本段小标题可知，本段讲述了要设置一个效率计时器，应该讲到要充分利用这段时间，高效率做好自己的事情，不要盲目地赶时间，A选项“记住，这不是一场比赛”符合语境。故选A项。
④本段小标题讲述要设置一个休息计时器，前文“Set that timer and commit to giving yourself a break.(设置计时器，让自己休息一下)”可知，本段与设置休息计时器有关，推断此段是为了让自己休息并且远离工作，C选项“利用这段时间远离你的工作”与前文语境一致相符。故选C项。
⑤根据上文"Take two minutes out of your day to text a friend and tell them how much you care about them. List out how they have had a positive effect on your life. You'll be surprised how much this micro habit will bring a smile to their face, and your own. (每天抽出两分钟的时间给朋友发条短信，告诉他们你有多在乎他们。列出他们对你生活的积极影响。你会惊讶地发现，这个微习惯会让他们的脸上露出笑容，也会让你自己感到快乐。)"可知，微习惯的积极影响可以传播给他人。E项"Nothing creates happiness faster than spreading it. (没有什么比传播快乐更能创造快乐了。)"切题。故选E。
四、答案：ABFGD
解析：①由下文“It won the Premier League in 2016, to the utter disbelief of many soccer fans. Leicester City, previously regarded as the underdog of the League, displayed extremely impressive teamwork, which led to its unbelievable victory in soccer history. (它在2016 年赢得了英超冠军,令许多足球迷难以置信。莱斯特城,以前被认为是联赛的失败者,表现出了令人印象深刻的团队合作,这导致了它在足球史上令人难以置信的胜利)”可知,下文以莱斯特城令人印象深刻的团队合作为例,该空应提及莱斯特城,才能引出下文,A选项“以莱斯特城为例”切合语境。故选A项。
②由上文“Next, teamwork means members share the workload. When work is distributed and each of us in a team specializes in specific tasks, the stress on each of us is reduced and the completion of tasks before deadline is ensured (其次,团队合作意味着成员分担工作量。当工作分散,团队中的每个人都专门从事特定任务时,我们每个人的压力都会减轻,并确保在截止日期前完成任务)”可知,上文讲团队合作意味着团队成员可以分担工作量,这样每个人的压力都会减轻,且能确保在截止日期前完成任务,该空应承接上文讲这样做的好处是什么,B选项“因此,我们可以期待更高的工作满意度”切合语境,与上文形成因果关系。故选B项。
③该空位于句首,应为段落主题句,需总结下文。由下文"Team members learn from more experienced members who may offer deeper insights and perspectives. (团队成员向更有经验的成员学习,他们可能会提供更深入的见解和观点)"和Besides encouraging the sharing of knowledge and experiences, teamwork also develops soft skills like communication and interpersonal skills. (除了鼓励知识和经验的分享,团队合作还培养了沟通和人际交往等软技能)可知,团队合作可以给成员相互学习的机会,F选项“最终在团队中工作会增加学习机会”切合语境,与第三段句首“Next, teamwork means members share the workload. (其次,团队合作意味着成员分担工作量)”中的“Next”是顺接关系。故选F项。
④由上文“Team members learn from more experienced members who may offer deeper insights and perspectives. (团队成员向更有经验的成员学习,他们可能会提供更深入的见解和观点)”和“Besides encouraging the sharing of knowledge and experiences, teamwork also develops soft skills like communication and interpersonal skills. (除了鼓励知识和经验的分享,团队合作还培养了沟通和人际交往等软技能)”可知,本段主要讲团队合作可以给成员相互学习的机会,G选项“我们学会尊重工作风格和意见的差异,建立信任”承接上文继续讲团队合作带来学习的机会,成员能学到什么。故选G项。
⑤由上文“Some may think that working in isolation (单独) is more efficient since more time is taken when cooperating with others. For more talented individuals, working alone means being the star of a project. (有些人可能认为,单独工作更有效率,因为与他人合作需要更多的时间。对于更有才华的人来说,独自工作意味着成为项目的明星)”可知,因为单独工作有其好处,所以有些人喜欢单独工作,下文转折词“But”提示该空内容还是与单独工作相关,可得出该空应承接上文讲为什么独自工作意味着成为项目的明星,D选项“他们不需要与他人分享成功”切合语境。故选D项。
五、答案：①-⑤EFBGA
解析：①根据上文“For most people, traveling through the mountains or sampling French cuisine is a rare treat. (对大多数人来说，穿越山区或品尝法国美食是一种罕见的享受。)”和下文“If you intend to become a travel writer, here is how you can get on your professional adventure. (如果你打算成为一名旅行作家，以下是你如何开始职业冒险的方法。)”可知，文章接下来要介绍旅行作家在旅行中的体验，所以要先提出旅行作家这个话题。选项E“对于旅行作家来说，这可能只是工作的另一天。”和上下文意思一致。故选E。
②根据上文“People come to travel writing from all walks of life, and publications tend to be concerned with your ability to deliver a great piece over any advanced degree. It’s important to learn skills to describe places so that your readers can feel as if they were personally on the scene. (各行各业的人都来旅行写作，出版物往往关注你在任何高等学位上发表一篇伟大文章的能力。学习描述地方的技能很重要，这样你的读者就可以感觉到他们亲自在现场。)”可知，这一段主要介绍要作为一名旅行作家，就要先学会写作。选项F“要做到这一点，你不妨选修一门旅行写作课程。”和上文意思一致。故选F。
③根据上文“Readers want you to take them on a journey with you. (读者希望你带他们一起去旅行。)”和下文“What you need to do is evoke the five senses using descriptive writing techniques. The use of simile and expressive language brings the piece to life and makes the readers feel like they’re traveling along with you. (你需要做的是用描述性的写作技巧唤起五种感觉。明喻和表达语言的使用使作品栩栩如生，让读者感觉他们和你一起旅行。)”可知，这一段介绍读者想从你的作品里面感受到旅行的快乐。选项B“你不一定要为他们的旅行买单。”和上下文意思一致。故选B。
④根据下文“To make a stronger piece, you need to focus on the right stories and details, which means knowing what to add and what you can leave out. Identifying what’s most important and most interesting to your audience makes for more absorbing writing. (为了制作更强大的作品，你需要专注于正确的故事和细节，这意味着你知道该添加什么，可以省略什么。确定什么对你的听众来说是最重要和最有趣的，可以使写作更引人入胜。)”可知，这里建议要注意内容的删减和选择。选项G“尽管你可能已经记录了许多有趣的细节，但你不可能把所有的都包括在内。”和下文意思一致。故选G。
⑤根据下文“You might be asked to write about a topic you aren’t familiar with or you might need to learn more about a place’s history or background to give your piece greater context. Doing research in advance will allow you to create an accurate and well-informed story. (你可能会被要求写一个你不熟悉的话题，或者你可能需要更多地了解一个地方的历史或背景，以便为你的文章提供更大的背景。提前做研究将使你能够创造一个准确、见多识广的故事。)”可知，这一段建议要提前做好研究等准备工作。选项A“准备是关键。”和下文意思一致。故选A。
六、答案：FGBDC
解析：①根据前文"But that's not your fault. "可知后文阐释没有保持新年决心的外在原因,故F选项"Old habits tend to die hard, and new habits tend to die easy" (积习难改,新习惯则容易放弃)正确。
②由选项所在位置可知，这句话并不完整，由此从E和G选项中做选择。而根据段落大意及后文所给情况(对自己友善一些)可知，此处应描述当你对自己没有保持决心而沮丧不已的情况。故G选项正确。
③此处考查段落小标题。根据后文可知本段论述了"resolution"和"intention"的对比,并建议将"resolution"转变为"intention"。故B选项正确。
④根据前文例证("I will exercise daily. I will kick desserts.")确定关键词"definitive goals":再由后文转折关系可知，此处先陈述具体行为目标有时可能有效，但也存在弊端。故D选项正确。
⑤根据前文关键词"techniques"及后文指代关系"this"可知,此处列举了克服障碍的一种具体技能。故C选 项正确。
七、答案：BEDCG
解析：①根据后文“According to the International Telecommunication Union, a key advocate of technological advancement, the rapid growth of technology has significantly improved the quality of life in numerous communities.”可知，本段介绍了技术进步在许多社区显著提高了生活质量，但是技术进步是否对所有人都有益，这是一个问题。因此，B选项“技术进步是否对所有人都有益 ”能够引出下文，符合语境.
②前文提到技术进步显著提高了许多社区的生活质量，并列举了技术进步在日常生活中的融入带来的好处.E 选项指出这些进步在农村和服务不足的地区尤为明显，与前文提到的研究结果相契合。
③前文提到那些拥抱技术进步的人认为它给个人和企业带来了新的机会，但后文却提到批评者认为技术进步虽然可能给一些人带来好处，但往往扩大了技术知情者和数字排斥者之间的差距。因此，D选项“然而，技术进步的批评者持有不同的观点”是一个转折，引出下文对技术进步的批评和担忧，符合语境。
④前文提到许多个人，特别是那些生活在发展中地区或资源有限的人，在获取和利用技术进步方面落后。C选项指出这种数字鸿沟可能导致社会和经济差距的扩大，与前文内容紧密相连，进一步解释了数字鸿沟可能带来的负面影响。
⑤前文提到技术进步是一个不可避免的趋势，而G选项指出现在的挑战是找到方法利用技术的力量使所有人受益，这与前文内容紧密相连，提出了一个需要解决的问题。
八、答案：①-⑤GFEDB
解析：①根据上文的问句“Have you ever started your day feeling unbeatable, only to feel worn down by the time you get into bed (你有没有在开始新的一天时感觉自己无与伦比，但当你上床睡觉时却感到疲惫不堪？)”可知，空处为承上启下的句子，G项“The daily ups and downs weaken your resolve and leave you low. (每天的起起落落削弱了你的决心，让你情绪低落。)”与上下文一致，承上启下，引出下文话题“help you sail through your day”，故选G项。
②根据上文“Practise gratitude. As you wake up, whether naturally or through your alarm, pause for a few seconds. (练习感恩。当您醒来时，无论是自然醒来还是通过闹钟醒来，请暂停几秒钟。)”可知，空处将会讲述为什么要暂停几秒钟，与F项“Look around the room for something you are grateful for. (环顾房间，寻找你感激的东西。)”上下文一致，符合文意，前文中的gratitude与F项中的grateful前后呼应，故选F项。
③根据上文“Exhale(呼出) your tension.(呼出你的紧张。)”可知，本段与处理紧张有关，与E项“Thus you process your tension feeling more positive. (这样你就会更积极地处理你的紧张情绪。)”上下文一致，符合文意，且process your tension与上文呼应，故选E项。
④根据下文“Allow yourself to feel the positivity associated with those achievements. (让自己感受与这些成就相关的积极情感。)”可知，通过某种办法可以感受到成就，与D项“And imagine yourself completing them well. (想象自己很好地完成了它们。)”上下文一致，D项中的completing them well与下文those achievements前后呼应，故选D项。
⑤根据下文“Be aware of not automatically reaching for your phone to check emails or social media as it can put you into a reactive mode rather than keeping your mind clear to choose how you want to go about in your day, and how you intend to respond instead of just reacting to events and people. (请注意，不要自动拿起手机查看电子邮件或社交媒体，因为它会让你进入被动模式，而不是保持头脑清醒，选择你一天中想要如何进行，以及你打算如何回应，而不仅仅是对事件和人做出反应。)”可知，本段主要与如何回应有关，与B项“Respond, don’t react. (应对，不要反应。)”上下文一致，符合文意，且与下文how you intend to respond instead of just reacting to events and people（你打算如何应对，而不是仅仅对事件和人做出反应）前后呼应，故选B项。

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