1、高一七选五专项训练五Test oneHow to Become a Better ReaderLanguage and literacy (读写能力) are among humans greatest inventions. Evolving (演变) over thecourse of human history, languages are a reflection of our cultural and societal attitudes. Today, surrounded(包围) by social media, television, movies, and, of cours
2、e, books, the ability to read and write is important toexpressing ones feelings. Most humans acquire language in early childhood and speak fluently when theyare about three years old, but our continued relationship with language gives shape and meaning to our lives.1Take it slow. Many readers feel t
3、hat they read too slowly, especially compared with others.2Thebest readers are flexible (灵活的) slowing down when needed and always have a dictionary at hand.Read aloud. When humans first began reading written words, it was unusual to read in silence.3Try listening to the author reading their own work
4、 youll be surprised to find how clearly it comesthrough on the page.Write. Writing and reading go handinhand：how and what you read affects how and what you write,and the best readers often make the best writers. But while much can be learned from close, repeatedreadings, there are many pleasures to
5、language that can only be experienced through the practice of writing.4Tell your friends. All of the literature is essentially communication from an individuals inner voice toan audience.5Its a good way to see the world from someone elses eyes and, in the process, carefullyexamine your own reaction
6、to what youre reading.ABut the truth is that the faster you read, the less likely you are to understand fully what yourereading.BCan you remember the first piece of writing that transported you to another world?CThere is something magical about sharing books with friends or a book club.DTry writing
7、every day for a month, and you will never read the same again.EReading out loud is one of the best ways to improve your reading ability.FHere are four ways to become a better reader.GIn no time, youll be appreciating novels like fine wine.Test two阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。We all know
8、 what it means when a nice envelope lands in your mailbox：Someones getting married,and theyre hoping that you can be there for the big day. While saying yes to the invitation is a relativelystraightforward process, things can get a bit awkward if youre not so sure about attending.1 To help youget ou
9、t of these formal engagements without feeling awkward, weve consulted Katie Balmer, a leadingwedding expert in Scotland.Follow the format.The level of formality should be informed by the way that the invitation was sent.2， you shoulddecline via post.If the message came in an email, a simple email ex
10、pressing your regrets will do.Don t put off your response.If you already know that you cant make it for whatever reason, dont hesitate to let the happy coupleknow why.“It is very important to respond in good time.3， ” says Balmer.4While its a nice gesture to offer a reason for your refusal, theres n
11、o need to be extreme.A simpleresponse will do, and its an especially bad idea to emphasize your reason if its cost related. It will establishnothing beyond making the couple feel bad.Don t change your decision.5， it is important to stick to that decision.“Going back and forth only adds to the inconv
12、eniencefor the soontobe newlyweds， ”says Balmer.“As long as you are honest and timely, the bride and groomwould understand.”AMake it up to the coupleBBe brief in your explanationCIf the offer was sent to you by mailDDo not leave it until the last possible momentEOnce the decision not to attend the w
13、edding has been decidedFOtherwise, you risk adding to the couples lastminute wedding stressGTurning down a wedding is a situation where you can feel very personalTest threeGardening 380 Kilometers above EarthAstronauts have to go through physical, psychological, and technical training. They also go
14、throughtraining in how to care for plants. These “astronaut gardeners” share their work and living space withplants.Taking seeds and plants along on a trip isnt a new idea. As space trips become longer, it will benecessary to grow food in space.1Because of this, its not practical to send everything
15、needed for along journey, only to be used once and thrown away.Plants can serve many uses on a space journey. They can provide more fresh things.2Also, plantscan help to make air quality better because they produce oxygen. They can improve the quality of the airinside the spacecraft the only air the
16、 astronauts can breathe.3Due to the lack of gravity in space, the oxygen that the plants produce stays around the plants.This can actually kill them, so fans are needed to circulate the air. Without gravity, roots dont “know” togrow down, leaves dont “know” to grow up, and water doesnt easily travel
17、 up the roots to the leaves.4Besides, soil is too heavy to send to space, and special liquid gels (凝胶) are used to help plant growth.Scientists are also working on the plants themselves. They are trying to make plants grow more rapidlyand grow with less water and light in space, and they are looking
18、 for ways to make plants more resistant todisease.5Imagine that deserts may one day provide lots of fresh food for local people, savingtransportation costs. Similarly, plants that are resistant to disease could provide an important food supply.With the worlds population now at about 7.7 billion peop
19、le, our astronaut gardeners may help discoverways to feed those billions.AEvery plant grown in space must have several uses.BHowever, there are challenges with growing plants in space.CSuch methods may result in improvements back here on Earth.DThe cost of taking anything into space is about $22，000
20、 per kilogram.ESpecialized containers are being developed to help the plants grow correctly.FAstronauts will welcome the addition of fruit and vegetables to their diet of dry foods.GCurrently all oxygen is taken aboard in tanks.Test fourFaces，like fingerprints，are unique. Did you ever wonder how it
21、is possible for us to recognizepeople？1Yet a very young child or even an animal，such as a pigeon can learn to recognizefaces.We all take this for granted.2When we talk about someones personality，we mean the ways in which he or she acts, speaks,thinks and feels that make that individual different fro
22、m others.Like the human faces, human personality isvery complex. But describing someones personality in words is somewhat easier than describing his face.3But if you were asked to describe a “nice person”， you might begin to think about someone who waskind, considerate, friendly, warm, and so forth.
23、There are many words to describe how a person thinks，feels and acts.Gordon Airport，an Americanpsychologist，found nearly 18，000 English words characterizing differences in peoples behavior.4Bookworms，conservatives，military types people are described with such terms.People have always tried to “type”
24、each other.Actors in early Greek drama wore masks to show theaudience whether they played the villains or the heros role.In fact，the words “person”and“personality” come from the Latin persona，meaning “mask” Today，most television and movie actorsdo not wear masks.5A If you were asked to describe what
25、 a “nice face”looks like, you probably would have a difficult timedoing so.B But we can easily tell the “good guys” from the “bad guys” because the two types differ inappearance as well as in actions.CWe also tell people apart by how they behave.DPeople have difficulty in describing the features of
26、fingerprints.EAnd many of us use this information as a basis for describing, or typing ones personality.FExperts say that actors differ in their behavioral and physical characteristics in acting.GEven a skilled writer probably could not describe all the features that make one face different fromanot
27、her.Test fiveReasons you should make time for the sunsetHeres why you should consider making time to watch the sunset.It can slow down time.Seriously, by witnessing the beauty of the sunset, you can slow down your perception(感知)of time.1Amazingly, by spending time looking at the vast sky, were actua
28、lly empowering (使能够) ourselves toregain control of the clock.It can provide energy for you.Even if you have to go back to the office after you watch that last sliver disappear below the skyline,taking a few minutes out of your day to experience some of the golden hour will be worth it.2Oftenwhen we
29、feel exhausted we reach for a cup of coffee, but research suggests a better way to get energized is toconnect with nature.It will force you to put your phone down.When we regard the sunset as a special occasion, we feel the urge to document and save itas ifkeeping photos of its beauty will help us r
30、emember that wonderful feeling.3It will inspire you.Theres a reason why the sunset is a timeless and constant inspiration for poets, writers andromanticsit is inspiring. Mahatma Gandhi observed this power when he said， “When I admire the wondersof a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands
31、in the worship of the creator.”4All of us are drawn to the sunset, but people in a few special places really regard the sunset as a dailyopportunity to give thanks.5Crowds gather to cheer and applaud it, reinforcing (加强) the idea that weshould celebrate and be thankful for each day.ANature is fuel f
32、or the soul.BIt will help you appreciate lifes gifts.CDo you draw inspiration from the sunset?DIt will allow you to exercise in a healthy way.EDo you feel like there arent enough hours in the day?FBut if you experience the sunset more regularly, youll no longer see it through a screen.GIn places lik
33、e Santorini, Greece, and Maui, Hawaii, the sunset is regarded as a nightly celebration.Test sixRich and FamousTwenty years ago the most common ambition of American children was to be a teacher, followed byworking in banking and finance, and then medicine. But todays situation is quite different.1Ins
34、teadthey most commonly say they want to be a sports star, a pop star, or an actorin other words, they hope tobecome a celebrity.According to experts, young people desire these jobs largely because of the wealth and the fame.2Lets take athletes and singers as an example. Their careers are shortlived.
35、 Many athletes best time onlylasts a few years and singers can have a very limited career.The field that was once the focus of their livesbecomes something they have little or no involvement in.As a result, theyll have a feeling ofworthlessness and a lack of control.3The truth is quite simple: they
36、have been so far removed from itfor so long.In spite of these disadvantages, there is greater ambition than ever among young people to achieve thatstatus.They are not satisfied just making a livingthey want to be rich and famous.Globally, more andmore TV shows provide talent competitions where winne
37、rs can achieve their goals in just a few weeks ormonths.4They unrealistically believe that this lifestyle is easily obtained and leads to great satisfaction.While many people argue that there is nothing wrong with having such ambitions, they feel that thistrend will finally lead to dissatisfaction a
38、s more and more people are unable to reach their goals.5Thatmeans they ignore the simple fact that great effort is needed before success. As a result, many people wontrealize their childhood dreams, which could have a negative effect on their happiness.A. The younger generation dont favour these pro
39、fessions any more.BIn many ways this has been brought about by the celebrity culture.CUnfortunately, they do not always have a positive effect on peoples life.DBesides, it can be difficult for them to adapt back to a normal everyday life.EPeople no longer have a sense of satisfaction once their goal
40、s have been achieved.FThis quick way of gaining wealth and fame creates a celebrity culture among people.GThe reason is that they dont realise it takes talent and hard work to be rich and famous.Test sevenEvery one complains. Even if you argue that you are the happiest person in the world you still
41、complainsometimes. Sometimes you complain without even realizing it，but rarely is it ever helpful.1Here aresome tips to stop complaining and give up the negative thoughts.2When you find yourself thinking or saying a negative comment about something or someone，stop andforce yourself to say something
42、positive instead. Seek the help of a cheerful friend to change you when youcomplain and help you to see the positive aspect in the situation.Make a list of things we are grateful for.We often complain about the things we dont have without noticing those things we already have. Begrateful for what we
43、 have in our life because we are lucky simply for being ourselves.3Learn to adapt to the changes.There are many things we cant change.4Always find the positive side of each situationregardless of however difficult the situation is. With parents and friends support，we can survive any lifechanges.Allo
44、w yourself to vent (发泄) your feelings every once in a while.Constantly ignored negative thoughts could add up.If you are really going through a rough time, dontbe afraid to share your feelings with a close friend or family members or see a therapist.Find what makes you happy.5Maybe it is time to mak
45、e the hard decision to move on to another job or career. Uncover whatyour biggest complaints are about and see if you can change the situation to make you happy. Choosehappiness，focus on the positive sides and be kind always!AChange the way you think.BMake friends with positive people.CSometimes thi
46、s list can be easy full of hobbies you enjoy.DAre you constantly complaining about your present job?EThe best and only thing we can do is to accept them.FSo how can you manage to force yourselves to end complaining?GSet down things we are thankful for and well see that we dont have any reason to com
47、plain.Test eightSelfconfidence, motivation (动机), support and knowledge are the main factors determining if onesucceeds or fails.Each of these factors influences our chances of success in a different way.1Lack of selfconfidence is probably the most dreadful enemy of success.2Even the most capablepers
48、on is sure to fail with such an attitude.If it is your case too，improving your selfconfidence is a must.Motivation is equally as important as selfconfidence.3You may even not try to achieve the goalthat lies before you. It is important to find out what is the best motivation for you. If you have to
49、dosomething that does not motivate you, just treat yourself with a reward after you succeed. Of course，thisreward should consist of something that will motivate you to pursue(追求) a success.4While it is not a must for succeeding in your goals, a lack of support can often lead to failure. Itis also tr
50、ue that some people cannot succeed without a proper support from their surroundings. These peopleoften lose their motivation or worse, their selfconfidence. If you know such a person, supporting him or heris a right thing to do.Also surround yourself with the right people. You will see the results s
