I hear some actors keep a sad thought or memory tucked away to help them with scenes where they might need to cry. I think we should each try to find the opposite; a happy memory, something to lift us up on those inevitable down days. I’m saying this because I think I just found mine!
I had some work in Glasgow today. I was on a really tight schedule, which meant I would have no time for myself (or my own work) all day. I was having one of those days, the train was completely packed out and the conversation going on around me seemed to be particularly inane. On top of all that, I had a bit of a headache.
Walking briskly across the concourse, I fished some change from my pocket. There was usually someone at the exit selling The Big Issue (a magazine that helps homeless folk earn a living).
As the crowd parted ways at the bottom of the concourse, I saw someone selling the Big Issue. You had to be homeless to sell the Big Issue. She really looked like she’d been sleeping rough. Her clothes were ragged and she obviously hadn’t had a scrub up for quite a while.
As I approached the exit, I saw that she was also rocking from side to side. At first I thought maybe she was trying to keep warm against the biting wind. But she wasn’t, she was moving in time to a tune. I couldn’t hear her, but I could see her lips moving.
As I got closer, I saw a white cane hanging from her elbow and noticed that she had sunken eyes. She was blind, dirty and living on the streets. I came closer and through the noise of the traffic and the commuters I heard her sing the immortal line, “… and I think to myself, what a wonderful world!”
I bought her last magazine for twice what I’d originally intended. She thanked me, then she picked up her stuff and went tapping off along the pavement - still singing!
So, I have my happy memory for the day. And I think it will stay with me a long, long time. Feel free to borrow it if you like.
1.Why do some actors keep a sad thought or memory according to the passage?
A.Because some of them always feel unhappy B.because they are scolded by the director
C.Because it helps meet the needs of their roles D.Because they can’t find a happy memory
2.What does the underlined word “fished” in para3 refer to?
A.Made B.exchanged C.pull into D.took out
3.Which of the following is TURE according to the passage?
A.Only those homeless people can sell the magazine
B.The author heard her singing as he came close to the exit
C.The girl selling the magazines was blind, dirty and homeless
D.The author never heard what the girl was singing
4.It can be inferred from the passage that_________
A.the author had a headache because of his busy work
B.the author bought more magazines than planned to
C.the girl went away as soon as she sold out magazines
D.the author felt unhappy because he missed his train
5.What’s the best title for the passage?
A.A happy Memory to Lift You Up
B.An Unforgettable Day I Experienced
C.The Roses in Her Hand: the Flavor in Mine
D.A Bird in the Hand is Worth than Two in the Bush.
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I hear some actors keep a sad thought or memory tucked away to help them with scenes where they might need to cry. I think we should each try to find the opposite; a happy memory, something to lift us up on those inevitable down days. I’m saying this because I think I just found mine!
I had some work in Glasgow today. I was on a really tight schedule, which meant I would have no time for myself (or my own work) all day. I was having one of those days, the train was completely packed out and the conversation going on around me seemed to be particularly inane. On top of all that, I had a bit of a headache.
Walking briskly across the concourse, I fished some change from my pocket. There was usually someone at the exit selling The Big Issue (a magazine that helps homeless folk earn a living).
As the crowd parted ways at the bottom of the concourse, I saw someone selling the Big Issue. You had to be homeless to sell the Big Issue. She really looked like she’d been sleeping rough. Her clothes were ragged and she obviously hadn’t had a scrub up for quite a while.
As I approached the exit, I saw that she was also rocking from side to side. At first I thought maybe she was trying to keep warm against the biting wind. But she wasn’t, she was moving in time to a tune. I couldn’t hear her, but I could see her lips moving.
As I got closer, I saw a white cane hanging from her elbow and noticed that she had sunken eyes. She was blind, dirty and living on the streets. I came closer and through the noise of the traffic and the commuters I heard her sing the immortal line, “… and I think to myself, what a wonderful world!”
I bought her last magazine for twice what I’d originally intended. She thanked me, then she picked up her stuff and went tapping off along the pavement - still singing!
So, I have my happy memory for the day. And I think it will stay with me a long, long time. Feel free to borrow it if you like.
1.Why do some actors keep a sad thought or memory according to the passage?
A.Because some of them always feel unhappy B.because they are scolded by the director
C.Because it helps meet the needs of their roles D.Because they can’t find a happy memory
2.What does the underlined word “fished” in para3 refer to?
A.Made B.exchanged C.pull into D.took out
3.Which of the following is TURE according to the passage?
A.Only those homeless people can sell the magazine
B.The author heard her singing as he came close to the exit
C.The girl selling the magazines was blind, dirty and homeless
D.The author never heard what the girl was singing
4.It can be inferred from the passage that_________
A.the author had a headache because of his busy work
B.the author bought more magazines than planned to
C.the girl went away as soon as she sold out magazines
D.the author felt unhappy because he missed his train
5.What’s the best title for the passage?
A.A happy Memory to Lift You Up
B.An Unforgettable Day I Experienced
C.The Roses in Her Hand: the Flavor in Mine
D.A Bird in the Hand is Worth than Two in the Bush.
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We were sad to hear the news that ________ eight Chinese peace-keeping policemen were killed in ________ Haiti earthquake.
| A．the ;/ | B．/;the | C．the ; a | D．an; the |
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Youth seems to be fading away in my We, only leaving me some unforgettable 1. (memory). Things that we believed would last forever had 2. (actual) gone in a second before we realized it. Those who we used to deeply love have now become strangers. Our once pure and beautiful dream is gradually fading away with time passing by. This is youth,3. is indeed an endless cycle from familiarity to strangeness and from strangeness to familiarity.
Human is such a strange animal that we mostly ignore something 4. we lose it. We 5. (gain) a lot of things, but also we have lost a lot. We are in great effort in changing our fate and bringing more happiness to people around us. However, we soon realize it is difficult 6. (achieve) any of them. It is a lifelong promise. Many things would change with time and no one can guarantee eternity (永恒). So, silence becomes the best 7. (solve) to all difficulties and hardships.
The flying youth has deposited (沉积) too many things in our heart. Life should 8. (treat) with special care. We should treasure every moment of sincerity and gratefulness because 9. best things will be gone very easily. If you do not want to have tearing eyes, then just try to smile and hold a positive attitude towards 10. (you) life every day!
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It’s a sad and familiar voice that we often hear in big cities: “Can you spare some change?”
Usually, when faced with that particular , I have feelings of guilt if I pass by giving a coin or two.
I had that feeling in Venice while on a tour of Italy’s famous sites in 2006. I had taken refuge from the in a quiet café. Outside, there was an old woman kneeling on the hard, ancient paving stones, .
Steady of tourists were walking past her. A young backpacker stood away from the crowd, drinking in the vistas（景观、景色）, but I noticed the young traveler was also the old woman.
A tourist group walked along the street, the woman and walked on. group of tourists arrived and walked past the old lady. The backpacker watched everybody else went on their way, focused on the around them. Then, I was preparing to leave when I caught sight of the backpacker stepping forward and some money in the woman’s cup. He did this somewhat just before the arrival of another tourist group. As I , the leader of the group stopped and put some money in the cup. Having been shown the way, other tourists followed suit and some more coins to the cup.
His work done, the young man walked over to the old beggar-woman, patted her on the shoulder and said, “I hope that a little.”
I don’t know if the woman understood his English or what had just happened, but I did.
I placed some money in the woman’s cup and continued my travels, after witnessing such a act of kindness.
1.A. sound B. question C. excuse D. command
2.A. beyond B. after C. without D. before
3.A. many times B. some times C. only once D. once again
4.A. crowds B. families C. streets D. signs
5.A. singing B. crying C. begging D. trembling
6.A. streams B. packs C. masses D. groups
7.A. simply B. seemingly C. similarly D. specially
8.A. showing B. following C. checking D. observing
9.A. glanced at B. laughed at C. rushed at D. stared at
10.A. One B. More C. Another D. Other
11.A. if B. since C. because D. as
12.A. stones B. sights C. signs D. tourists
13.A. lending B. borrowing C. placing D. taking
14.A. accidentally B. successfully C. purposefully D. cheerfully
15.A. watched B. shown C. understood D. walked
16.A. changed B. charged C. found D. added
17.A. measures B. helps C. explains D. matters
18.A. recognized B. caught C. realized D. figured
19.A. pleasant B. annoyed C. disappointed D. light-hearted
20.A. beautiful B. smart C. pure D. happy
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Keep away from the dog , _______it will bite you.
A. and B. so
C. or D. but
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It's tough to see or hear of a friend in crisis. One idea to keep in mind is that it is healthy for the distressed person to feel what he or she feels in the moment. When a person in crisis feels understood, he or she feels less alone and connected to the person who understands.
A person who experiences empathy(同理心)from a friend who can “go there”for a few minutes in order to authentically understand while still maintaining a strong and supportive attitude may be relieving and healing. While a friend is telling you about the circumstance, the first and most important step is to listen for feelings, not ways to solve the problem.
For example, a friend is terribly upset because her husband is threatening to leave her. After fully honoring the feelings, it is important to ask the friend what would help. Maybe it is a good cry and some ice cream. Perhaps it's a glass of wine and a walk. Everyone has different ways of dealing. Be respectful and ask the friend what she needs or wants, not what you prescribe.
Take a second example, say a close friend is being misrepresented by other friends. The friends are gossiping about her. During a conversation with her, listen for feelings. Honor her hurt and shock. The same equation is useful with a partner.
Helping a friend or partner in crisis not only helps the person, but creates closeness and trust in the relationship, making opening up in the probable future. In addition, the person who is empathizing feels positive because he or she was able to help. When a person is truly able to comfort and reassure a loved one, he or she feels vital and useful, strengthening the relationship.
1.What should we do first when we know a friend is in crisis？
A.Keep away from him/her.
B.Buy him/her a glass of wine.
C.Understand how he/she feels.
D.Show him/her ways to solve the problem.
2.What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 3 refer to？
A.A way to solve the crisis. B.A way to relieve a bad mood.
C.A way to listen for feelings. D.A way to honor the feelings.
3.How does the author prove his/her idea？
A.By listing data. B.By quoting sayings.
C.By giving examples. D.By conducting surveys.
4.What does the text mainly talk about？
A.How to keep a loved one. B.How to make new friends.
C.How to work with your partner. D.How to help a friend in trouble.
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Are you crying because you're sad or because something moves you? It's all okay. Some people try to hold back tears because they are scared it makes them seem weak, which is not a wise practice. Don't try to fight the tears, but let them flow freely, 1. .
1. It gives you more support
Sometimes people don't understand how much something is bothering you,2. . Research carried out in 2018 shows that crying is so-called attachment behavior. This means that crying makes people want to comfort you and support you.
2. 3.
When you cry because something made you sad, the pain is often quite sharp, but you do feel relieved after you cry. That is not that strange. Researchers found out that your body produces oxytocin and endorphins when you cry. These components make people feel good and that's why you experience the sharp pain a little less intense.
3. It is said to cause less stress
4. , but researchers are convinced that crying can lessen stress. When you cry, your tears contain a certain concentration of stress hormones (激素). These stress hormones leave your body when you cry and researchers have developed a theory that you experience less stress after crying because of it.
4. It can improve your sight
Most people know tears as the drops that pour over your cheeks when you cry, but there is also something called 'basal tears'. This is the liquid that is produced when you blink (眨眼).It keeps your eyes watery and allows you to see clearly. Sometimes your eyes can be a bit dry, 5.. When you cry, your eyes will be wet for a little.
A. It really eases the pain
B. It can make you farsighted
C. which makes you see a little less
D. It is no use crying over spilt milk
E. because crying also has four benefits
F. A lot of research still has to be done
G. but they suddenly understand it better when you cry
高三英语七选五中等难度题查看答案及解析
Are you crying because you're sad or because something moves you? It's all okay. Some people try to hold back tears because they are scared it makes them seem weak, which is not a wise practice. Don't try to fight the tears, but let them flow freely, 1. .
1. It gives you more support
Sometimes people don't understand how much something is bothering you,2. . Research carried out in 2018 shows that crying is so-called attachment behavior. This means that crying makes people want to comfort you and support you.
2. 3.
When you cry because something made you sad, the pain is often quite sharp, but you do feel relieved after you cry. That is not that strange. Researchers found out that your body produces oxytocin and endorphins when you cry. These components make people feel good and that's why you experience the sharp pain a little less intense.
3. It is said to cause less stress
4. , but researchers are convinced that crying can lessen stress. When you cry, your tears contain a certain concentration of stress hormones (激素). These stress hormones leave your body when you cry and researchers have developed a theory that you experience less stress after crying because of it.
4. It can improve your sight
Most people know tears as the drops that pour over your cheeks when you cry, but there is also something called 'basal tears'. This is the liquid that is produced when you blink (眨眼).It keeps your eyes watery and allows you to see clearly. Sometimes your eyes can be a bit dry, 5.. When you cry, your eyes will be wet for a little.
A.It really eases the pain
B.It can make you farsighted
C.which makes you see a little less
D.It is no use crying over spilt milk
E.because crying also has four benefits
F.A lot of research still has to be done
G.but they suddenly understand it better when you cry
高三英语七选五中等难度题查看答案及解析
I hear a lot of people talking about New Year’s resolutions（新年计划）．Some say, “I can’t keep them and I never make resolutions．” Perhaps the real is that we have trouble changing．We get in our way of life and even if things aren’t good, they are familiar．
As the years go by, our resolutions seem to lose some ．In spite of the fact that my own eagerness seems to , I still like the idea of making resolutions．It is the of not giving up that is important．
I think of the year like a carpet of new fallen snow that has not yet been by footprints or marks of any kind．It before us so perfect and beautiful, but it won’t remain that way for long． we know it, we must get out in the snow and make our own marks and tracks．Soon, we will see all kinds of and paths in the snow．We will see everything from , icy mud to the prints of snow angels made by children at play．
It’s all part of our ．As we close out the old year, a new set of months lies ahead of us and we think, “Maybe, just maybe I can do ．” Perhaps, this time, we can lose those pounds, a bad habit, improve our behavior, build a better relationship．Even though there are situations in our lives that can get us , we can look forward to beginning again and doing what we can do to our lives according to how we are able．
As the New Year comes around, what kind of marks will you make in the ?
1.A．plan B．idea C．puzzle D．problem
2.A．comfortable B．curious C．serious D．painful
3.A．at most B．at last C．at least D．at first
4.A．faith B．enthusiasm C．sense D．confidence
5.A．increase B．exist C．decline D．disappear
6.A．spirit B．rule C．challenge D．decision
7.A．behind B．between C．around D．ahead
8.A．discovered B．noticed C．damaged D．cleared
9.A．stands B．lies C．comes D．occurs
10.A．Although B．Before C．Until D．If
11.A．prints B．stones C．plants D．pictures
12.A．tidy B．soft C．dry D．dirty
13.A．quality B．attitude C．belief D．wisdom
14.A．better B．worse C．easier D．harder
15.A．exact B．final C．extra D．former
16.A．pick out B．call off C．cut down D．give up
17.A．and B．or C．so D．for
18.A．over B．across C．down D．away
19.A．save B．experience C．start D．improve
20.A．snow B．mud C．carpet D．ice
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You had better some time every day for sports or relaxation so that you can keep yourself energetic .
A set aside B. take up C. put away D. give out
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