These days, it seems that almost all of us are too serious.My older daughter often says to me, “Daddy, you’ve got that serious look again.” Even those of us who are committed to non-seriousness are probably too serious.People are frustrated and anxious about almost everything -- being five minutes late, witnessing someone look at us wrong or say the wrong thing, paying bills, waiting in line, overcooking a meal, making an honest mistake -- you name it, and we all lose perspective(理性判断) over it.
The root of being anxious is our unwillingness to accept life as being different, in any way, from our expectation.Very simply, we want things to be a certain way but they’re not a certain way.Life is simply as it is.Perhaps Benjamin Franklin said it best: “Our limited perspective, our hopes and fears become our measure of life, and when circumstances don’t fit our ideas, they become our difficulties.” We spend our lives wanting things, people, and events to be just as we want them to be -- and when they’re not, we fight and we suffer.
The first step in recovering from over-seriousness is to admit that you have a problem.You have to want to change, to become more easygoing.You have to see that your own anxiety is largely of your own creation -- it’s made up of the way you have set up your life and the way you react to it.
The next step is to understand the link between your expectations and your frustration level.Whenever you expect something to be a certain way and it isn’t, you’re upset and you suffer.On the other hand, when you let go of your expectations, when you accept life as it is, you’re free.
A good exercise is to try to approach a single day without expectation.Don’t expect people to be friendly.When they’re not, you won’t be surprised or bothered; if they are, you’ll be delighted.Don’t expect your day to be problem-free.Instead, as problems come up, say to yourself, “Ah, another barrier to overcome.” As you approach your day in this manner you’ll notice how elegant life can be.Rather than fighting against life, you’ll be dancing with it.Pretty soon, with practice, you’ll lighten up your entire life.And when you lighten up, life is a lot more fun.
1.Why are people easily frustrated and anxious these days?
A.Because their children are disappointing.
B.Because they have to look serious in public.
C.Because life is becoming a greater burden.
D.Because people have lost sensible judgment.
2.According to Benjamin Franklin, what was the cause of over-seriousness?
A.The fact that people’s perspective, hopes and fears are limited.
B.The fact that people can’t change life itself.
C.The fact that things fail to meet people’s expectations.
D.The fact that circumstances turn out to be difficult.
3.In what pattern is this article developed?
A.Phenomenon, causes and solutions.
B.Problems, explanation and conclusion.
C.Examples, causes and arguments.
D.Phenomenon, analysis and conclusion.
4.What might be the best title for the passage?
A.People seem to be too serious
B.Life is simply as it is
C.Hopes can turn into difficulties
D.A good exercise removes over-seriousness
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These days, it seems that almost all of us are too serious.My older daughter often says to me, “Daddy, you’ve got that serious look again.” Even those of us who are committed to non-seriousness are probably too serious.People are frustrated and anxious about almost everything -- being five minutes late, witnessing someone look at us wrong or say the wrong thing, paying bills, waiting in line, overcooking a meal, making an honest mistake -- you name it, and we all lose perspective(理性判断) over it.
The root of being anxious is our unwillingness to accept life as being different, in any way, from our expectation.Very simply, we want things to be a certain way but they’re not a certain way.Life is simply as it is.Perhaps Benjamin Franklin said it best: “Our limited perspective, our hopes and fears become our measure of life, and when circumstances don’t fit our ideas, they become our difficulties.” We spend our lives wanting things, people, and events to be just as we want them to be -- and when they’re not, we fight and we suffer.
The first step in recovering from over-seriousness is to admit that you have a problem.You have to want to change, to become more easygoing.You have to see that your own anxiety is largely of your own creation -- it’s made up of the way you have set up your life and the way you react to it.
The next step is to understand the link between your expectations and your frustration level.Whenever you expect something to be a certain way and it isn’t, you’re upset and you suffer.On the other hand, when you let go of your expectations, when you accept life as it is, you’re free.
A good exercise is to try to approach a single day without expectation.Don’t expect people to be friendly.When they’re not, you won’t be surprised or bothered; if they are, you’ll be delighted.Don’t expect your day to be problem-free.Instead, as problems come up, say to yourself, “Ah, another barrier to overcome.” As you approach your day in this manner you’ll notice how elegant life can be.Rather than fighting against life, you’ll be dancing with it.Pretty soon, with practice, you’ll lighten up your entire life.And when you lighten up, life is a lot more fun.
1.Why are people easily frustrated and anxious these days?
A.Because their children are disappointing.
B.Because they have to look serious in public.
C.Because life is becoming a greater burden.
D.Because people have lost sensible judgment.
2.According to Benjamin Franklin, what was the cause of over-seriousness?
A.The fact that people’s perspective, hopes and fears are limited.
B.The fact that people can’t change life itself.
C.The fact that things fail to meet people’s expectations.
D.The fact that circumstances turn out to be difficult.
3.In what pattern is this article developed?
A.Phenomenon, causes and solutions.
B.Problems, explanation and conclusion.
C.Examples, causes and arguments.
D.Phenomenon, analysis and conclusion.
4.What might be the best title for the passage?
A.People seem to be too serious
B.Life is simply as it is
C.Hopes can turn into difficulties
D.A good exercise removes over-seriousness
高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析
These days, it seems that almost all of us are too serious.My older daughter often says to me, “Daddy, you’ve got that serious look again.” Even those of us who are committed to non-seriousness are probably too serious.People are frustrated and anxious about almost everything -- being five minutes late, witnessing someone look at us wrong or say the wrong thing, paying bills, waiting in line, overcooking a meal, making an honest mistake -- you name it, and we all lose perspective(理性判断) over it.
The root of being anxious is our unwillingness to accept life as being different, in any way, from our expectation.Very simply, we want things to be a certain way but they’re not a certain way.Life is simply as it is.Perhaps Benjamin Franklin said it best: “Our limited perspective, our hopes and fears become our measure of life, and when circumstances don’t fit our ideas, they become our difficulties.” We spend our lives wanting things, people, and events to be just as we want them to be -- and when they’re not, we fight and we suffer.
The first step in recovering from over-seriousness is to admit that you have a problem.You have to want to change, to become more easygoing.You have to see that your own anxiety is largely of your own creation -- it’s made up of the way you have set up your life and the way you react to it.
The next step is to understand the link between your expectations and your frustration level.Whenever you expect something to be a certain way and it isn’t, you’re upset and you suffer.On the other hand, when you let go of your expectations, when you accept life as it is, you’re free.
A good exercise is to try to approach a single day without expectation.Don’t expect people to be friendly.When they’re not, you won’t be surprised or bothered; if they are, you’ll be delighted.Don’t expect your day to be problem-free.Instead, as problems come up, say to yourself, “Ah, another barrier to overcome.” As you approach your day in this manner you’ll notice how elegant life can be.Rather than fighting against life, you’ll be dancing with it.Pretty soon, with practice, you’ll lighten up your entire life.And when you lighten up, life is a lot more fun.
1.Why are people easily frustrated and anxious these days?
A.Because their children are disappointing.
B.Because they have to look serious in public.
C.Because life is becoming a greater burden.
D.Because people have lost sensible judgment.
2.According to Benjamin Franklin, what was the cause of over-seriousness?
A.The fact that people’s perspective, hopes and fears are limited.
B.The fact that people can’t change life itself.
C.The fact that things fail to meet people’s expectations.
D.The fact that circumstances turn out to be difficult.
3.In what pattern is this article developed?
A.Phenomenon, causes and solutions.
B.Problems, explanation and conclusion.
C.Examples, causes and arguments.
D.Phenomenon, analysis and conclusion.
4.What might be the best title for the passage?
A.People seem to be too serious
B.Life is simply as it is
C.Hopes can turn into difficulties
D.A good exercise removes over-seriousness
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C
While they were almost unknown twenty years ago, it seems that mobile phones these days are part of everyone’s life. However, as with other inventions such as the television and the computer, they are a double-edged sword, inviting both supporters and opponents, especially in regard to their use in public places like restaurants and cinemas.
One of the strongest arguments in favor of forbidding mobiles in public places is the trouble they cause to other people. For example, although we are often asked to turn off our phones when in a cinema, the film that we are watching is often interrupted by the sound of at least five rings. To make it even worse, some people insist on continuing their conversation, even though hundreds of people can hear what they say, which often drowns out the voice from the film. As a result, many people would welcome a ban on mobile phones in places where they might disturb other people.
On the other hand, there are a number of arguments against such a ban. It is difficult to stop people bringing with them their mobile phones in public places, making it almost impossible to call for a ban. Some people would see this as an infringement(侵犯)of their rights, while other people would say they need them in case of an emergency. Despite being asked to silence their phones, some people insist on leaving them on.
It seems to me that a ban on mobile phones would not have any result in the end. People will find a way to escape a ban. Nevertheless, people should be discouraged from using them in public places, unless it is highly necessary. They should be made to know that it is bad manners to use them in certain places or at certain times. Of course, there will always be someone who thinks their call is more important than others’ peace and quiet!
53. Why are many people for a ban on the use of mobiles in public places?
A. Because hundreds of people can hear them talk.
B. Because they are asked to turn off their mobiles.
C. Because other people’s peace and quiet is more important.
D. Because many people find a way to escape a ban.
54. Among those who are against a ban, some believe that __________.
A. they can turn off their mobiles when it is necessary
B. it is their right to use their mobiles in public places
C. a ban on mobiles would not have any result
D. they can silence their mobiles when in public places
55. The author of the text thinks that __________.
A. mobiles can be used in case of an emergency in public places
B. mobiles should be turned off in public places
C. mobiles should not be banned in public places
D. it is possible to ban the use of mobiles in public places
56. Which of the following would be the best title for the text?
A. Disadvantages of Mobiles in Public Places
B. Why Not Ban Mobiles in Public Places?
C. Should Mobiles Be Banned in Public Places?
D. Manners for Mobile Users in Public Places
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Anger is a feeling that many of us know all too well. Some of us experience it daily, _____ others hold on to it for years at a time. As you likely know, anger is not a healthy _____ . Over time it can become self-destructive, _____ relationships and even your health.
This is not to say that anger is always a _____ thing—anger is a natural part of living;it is a _______ that something is wrong. If anger is not a ______ normal and natural human emotion, it is _____ important to learn and understand how to _____ anger the right way.
You can release anger the right or the wrong way. _______ whether you have an anger problem yourself or not, it is ______ for everyone to understand what the right ______ of releasing anger are. Transforming anger is a powerful _____to take that will create positive changes in our relationships. One of the best ways to _____ anger is to give yourself the _____to express anger. In fact, it is quite healthy to express your anger as long as you do it _______Remember that anger management ___ both on mental and physical effort. Although mental therapy alone will help you tremendously for releasing your anger, it can only take you so far. The same ______for exercise too. However, if you ____ both mental therapy and exercising, you will then have ______ to an unbelievable positive solution. Do a particular physical activity _____ the mental intention of releasing your anger.
1.A. when B. while C. but D. however
2.A. life B. feeling C. happiness D. emotion
3.A. reflecting B. ruining C. limiting D. satisfying
4.A. bad B. good C. ordinary D. especial
5.A. appearance B. mark C. signal D. gesture
6.A. unbelievable B. completely C. incompletely D. carefully
7.A. whatever B. how C. much D. however
8.A. release B. relax C. absorb D. influence
9.A. Instead of B. Except for C. Regardless of D. As a result of
10.A. important B. common C. hard D. easy
11.A. answers B. messages C. ways D. actions
12.A. step B. right C. attitude D. chance
13.A. shift B. change C. move D. transform
14.A. permission B. application C. affection D. admission
15.A. confidently B. correctly C. gradually D. separately
16.A. requires B. relies C. lacks D. decline
17.A. arranges B. reaches C. prepares D. applies
18.A. control B. join C. separate D. combine
19.A. access B. approach C. admission D. contact
20.A. in conflict with B. rather than C. along with D. in place of
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Most Chinese people these days know what it is like to have an “English teacher”, since almost all pupils study English from their third year. Usually that first English teacher will be a young and lovely lady in primary school. But my first English teacher is no other than my father. Looking back, I can see that, when I was only a little girl, he created an English environment by providing me with flashcards,fun English- language toys and even dolls which can sing English songs! My interest in English had certainly been awakened (唤起) when I began to learn English at school. Just imagine, he went a step further and asked me to learn New Concept English by myself! I was puzzled and even angry. I could not understand why a father could be so strict with his little girl. All the same, he never gave up and he gently insisted that I follow through with his idea. At first, I read stories with tears and I actually hated them because they were too difficult for me. In the end, I came to love the funny stories and, to be honest, my father was always there with a helping hand. I am sure that my English would never have got so far without his support. And that’s why my father is not only my first English teacher but also my lifelong teacher. He is one who awoke my interest, and who gave me much confidence .
1.Most pupils in China begin to learn English________.
A.in primary school B.from parents C.at three years old D.at home
2.The underline part ”no other than my father” in the passage probably means________.
A.like my father B.not my father C.my father himself D.not only my father
3.From the whole passage we can see that________.
A.the girl preferred playing to learning English
B.the girl hates her father because he was strict
C.the girl is very thankful to her father
D.the father gave up after knowing his daughter could not understand
4.Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A.The girl’s father is her first English teacher.
B.The girl had been interested in English before going to school.
C.The girl’s father was always ready to help her with her English.
D.The girl could have learned English well by herself without her father.
5.What would be the best title for the passage?
A.How I learned English at school
B.My father---my first and lifelong English teacher
C.The relationship between my father and me
D.I’ve made progress in English learning
高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析
Most Chinese people these days know what it is like to have an “English teacher”, since almost all pupils study English from their third year. Usually that first English teacher will be a young and lovely lady in primary school. But my first English teacher is no other than my father. Looking back, I can see that, when I was only a little girl, he created an English environment by providing me with flashcards,fun English- language toys and even dolls which can sing English songs! My interest in English had certainly been awakened (唤起) when I began to learn English at school. Just imagine, he went a step further and asked me to learn New Concept English by myself! I was puzzled and even angry. I could not understand why a father could be so strict with his little girl. All the same, he never gave up and he gently insisted that I follow through with his idea. At first, I read stories with tears and I actually hated them because they were too difficult for me. In the end, I came to love the funny stories and, to be honest, my father was always there with a helping hand. I am sure that my English would never have got so far without his support. And that’s why my father is not only my first English teacher but also my lifelong teacher. He is one who awoke my interest, and who gave me much confidence .
1.Most pupils in China begin to learn English________.
A.in primary school B.from parents C.at three years old D.at home
2.The underline part ”no other than my father” in the passage probably means________.
A.like my father B.not my father C.my father himself D.not only my father
3.From the whole passage we can see that________.
A.the girl preferred playing to learning English
B.the girl hates her father because he was strict
C.the girl is very thankful to her father
D.the father gave up after knowing his daughter could not understand
4.What would be the best title for the passage?
A.How I learned English at school
B.My father---my first and lifelong English teacher
C.The relationship between my father and me
D.I’ve made progress in English learning
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---We are leaving on June 15.
---So why not come to spend _____ days with us? I'm serious.
A.all these last few | B.these all last few |
C.these last few all | D.all last these few |
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With the development of society,it is common that many people are rushing all the way and all day,tired and subhealthy.A patient came to see me about the stress in her life.1.One was to make her bed—from the moment she woke up until she flew out of the door for work.I suggested she experiment by not making her bed for two weeks. She was shocked,probably thinking I'd been brought up by wolves in a forest.2.
Two weeks later she went into my office merrily.She had left her bed unmade for the first time in 42 years—and nothing bad had happened."And you know what?"she said.“I don't dry my dishes anymore,either.”
3.One was discovering that she had choices in her life that she had never seen before.The other was giving herself permission to be less than perfect.This story shows an important principle about managing time: No one can do it all.Each of us has to make choices and accept trade-offs(利弊权衡).The problem is that many people choose in ways that put themselves and their health last.They take better care of their houses and cars than they do of themselves.4.
So what is the solution?There's an easy way.Decide what you want in your life,and put that first.On a daily basis,that should include regular meals,enough sleep and time with your family.Exercise,leisure,friendships and hobbies should also he regular aspects of life.5.The choice is yours: whatever makes you feel good about yourself and your life.Take a nap.Take a walk.Take time to play the piano.Stop bringing your briefcase home from the office. Stop keeping your house as clean as your mother kept hers.Fill more of your time with want-to-dos instead of have-to-dos.
A.However,she went along with my idea.
B.She described all the things she had to do.
C.This woman had made two major breakthroughs.
D.Most people do not take time to relax themselves.
E.They put everyone else's needs ahead of their own.
F.The point is to do something for yourself every day.
G.Above all,you needn't do anything for yourself regularly.
高三英语七选五中等难度题查看答案及解析
It seems that everyone is travelling on holidays these days. During the travel season, roads, buses, trains and airports are packed. 1., and getting a seat at a restaurant may be impossible. You can fight these troubles alone, or you can travel, as I do, in a group led by a tour guide.
If you travel in a group, the guide will arrange everything for you. 2.. Prices are often cheaper as well, because a tour group can often get group prices and the best deals for nearly everything.
3.. Most people do not know much about the history of an attraction and interesting stories related to it. The guide’s expert knowledge will help make the trip more interesting.
If you travel in a group, you can also make more friends. 4.. Often, friendships make the trip more interesting.
5.. Your trip will be cheaper, more comfortable, more interesting and more rewarding if you travel this way rather than by travelling alone.
A. Hotels are full as well
B. If someone gets ill, others go to his or her aid
C. Taking part in a group is a fully preparatory plan
D. Your tour guide is often an expert in the places you visit
E. Using tour guides and travelling in a group is the best way to travel
F. After all, the travelling companies have been doing this job for long
G. There will be no need to worry about hotel or restaurant reservations
高三英语七选五中等难度题查看答案及解析
Studying abroad seems to be a global trend these days. A study suggests that more than two thirds of the students studying abroad 1.(influence) by movies in choosing their universities over the past decade. American movies such as A Beautiful Mind set in Princeton. The Social Network in Harvard, and The Graduate in Berkeley, California are playing 2. important part in attracting foreign students to America. The global3.(succeed) of the Harry potter films is considered as a factor in 4.(encourage) overseas students to come to England. Universities in New Zealand have benefited from The Lord of the Rings effect since it was first released.
Films can also be5.(help) to get through difficult situation. In 2009 there was a sharp decline in Indian students choosing Australian universities 6.some reasons So Prateek Chakravorty, a Bollywood director, 7. graduated from Universities of Technology Sydney, made From Sydney With Love about two Indian students falling in love with some of the 8.(building) of Sydney University. By 2014,the number of Indian students in Australia was rising again.
When universities are competing 9.(fierce) for the attention of overseas students, the cinema screen could be a 10.(recognize) way to attract overseas students. Will you pick universities because of Movies?
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