高中英语七选五练习

1、精选优质文档-倾情为你奉上高中英语七选五练习（一）Improve your memorySome people often complain about their poor memory. Actually there are several ways to keep your memory sharp. This article will show you some simple tips._16_When you say these things, you begin to plant the thought in your mind and it may become true. Te

2、ll yourself you can remember anything as long as you put your mind to the task. You  will see an improvement in your memory._17_If you have trouble remembering phone numbers or other blocks of numbers, it can be really helpful to try this method. If you remember them in smaller groups, like two

3、 or three digits (数字), it will also be much easier to remember the numbers.Be sure to see a doctor if you are really losing your memory. A poor memory can be a sign that you are in low spirits._18_.Playing games also helps improve your memory. Any type of games that involves(涉及) remembering things i

4、s wonderful._19_Try and remember it when you have nothing better to do. A useful tip for anyone interested in games is to often work on solving word puzzles and similar types of games._20_Not only will your memory probably improve, but you will also have a great deal of fun.A. Remember numbers in sm

5、all groups.B. Stop telling yourself you have a weak memory.C. Take a right attitude.D. If you dont like games, you can go over a list of "to do things".E. If so, treating it could be the key to getting your memory back.F. If you dont know your condition, you cannot treat it!G. Such games u

6、se the same skills needed to remember facts and help keep the mind sharp.（二）We all know that being grateful and appreciative is very beneficial.  _16_ Gratitude belongs to the category of advanced life skills because it can completely transform your life.    Help others turn away

7、 from negativity. If some people you know persist in talking about negative things all the time, find a wise way to tell them that you really dont appreciate it. _17_Look for reasons to say thank you. _18_Theyll be more likely to do nice things for you because you appreciate their efforts. In turn,

8、youll have even more reasons to feel gratitude. When other people sense that you appreciate them, it changes your relationship with them.    _19_When you find yourself in a difficult situation, look for the beneficial aspects created by that situation. Ask yourself: “What have I learn

9、ed here? Will it benefit me in the future? When I look back on this experience a year later, what will I be grateful for?”.    Have a gratitude review. Do this as soon as you wake up in the morning and before you go to sleep at night. _20_ Think of all the things you have to be gratef

10、ul for in your life. If you start and end each day with gratitude, your whole life will shift in a more positive direction. It only takes a minute or two to allow gratitude fill your heart and mind.A. See the big picture.B. Show gratitude to others.C. Actually, it is more than that.D. Everyone loves

11、 to be appreciated.E. Dont get pulled in a negative talk.F. Remember to count your blessings daily.G. So you could be doing them a huge favor.（三）It can be difficult to make friends when you dont know many people. Over years of experience and studying social skills, I discovered that its possible to

12、make friends without even trying. _16_ .Be seen without trying to get attention.You dont have to say anything witty or interesting to get peoples attention._17_ . This can be done anywhere you go, such as the supermarket or your yoga studio.Use the power of listening.When you listen to other people,

13、 theyll keep talking. _18_. Just keep giving them good eye contact and show with your body language that you care.Think about what you can give to the other people.So often we think about what we can get out of others when we try to make friends, but that thinking needs to be flipped around. _19_ .A

14、lways have 3 good stories to tell other people.When you have at least a few stories to share with others, youll never run out of things to talk about._20_.A smile is one of the most attractive things that someone can display when theyre meeting new people. Try to smile when meeting with someone will

15、 help you a lot.A. A faint smile is also usefulB. Smile like theres no tomorrowC. Listening is a mechanism to build trust and likeabilityD. There are just a few strategies that you have to use on a consistent basisE. All you have to do is place yourself in environments where people will see youF. Th

16、ese five strategies are always available if you want to develop true relationshipsG. Try offering a piece of helpful advice or invite someone you just met to grab coffeeTips for Staying SharpIts not abnormal to feel out of it from time to time or perhaps youre feeling a bit sluggish(迟钝的)when it come

17、s to remembering things. If youre worried about your forgetfulness, try out these five tips to stay sharp._11_Youve probably heard the term “you are what you eat.” If you decide to eat sugary foods that are heavy with fats then expect to feel lazy and have no energy. But if you decide to eat fruits,

18、 vegetables and make other healthy eating decisions youll find that youre full of energy.Never stop learningChallenge yourself constantly-whether it is puzzles, reading, cooking or other tasks that will keep your mind working. If your mind is always learning new things and active, youll realize that

19、 its much easier for you to learn new things and to function._12_Stay fitBeing in good health and staying in shape is a big part of staying sharp._13_If you choose to be lazy then your body is not going to give you the energy that requires remembering things and completing tasks. However, if you put

20、 forth the effort into being health then your body will expel(释放)the energy you need to achieve your goals.Ensure enough sleepBe sure to get the necessary amount of sleep that your body needs to function on a daily basis._14_It also helps your body build up an energy reserve so you can improve your

21、ability to focus and avoid distractions.Socialize more_15_ Social interaction will help you develop multitasking, problem solving and other skills that are necessary in life to keep your mind sharp.A. Feed your brainB. Avoid eating too muchC. Your body will only give you what you put into itD. Lack

22、of sleep contributes to tiredness and slow reactionE. Conversations require individuals to stay aware and activeF. According to studies, sleep helps strengthen and recover your memoriesG. Remember you brain is a muscle and if you want to get the most out of it, you must use itHere are some things th

23、at you should do in your everyday life to improve your happiness.They may seem small, but they can make a huge difference.Get a good nights sleep. Sleep has a great effect on your feelings. After a sleepless night, you may be easier to get angry. After a good sleep, you will feel much better. Humans

24、 dont work well when they sleep badly._16_._17_. According to a recent study, people who spend 30 minutes a day outdoors report a big increase in their sense of joy and energy._18_. Optimism is a state which is closely connected with happiness. If you are a person who is looking forward to a life “h

25、alf-full” rather than “half-empty”, you will have a better chance of getting more life satisfaction and enjoyment, more satisfying work and marriage, better health and longer life.Enjoy good food. Doctors advise you to ask yourself: “What am I hungry for?” Then really listen to your body._19_, and i

26、t tastes great, too. Its amazing how much junk food is eaten simply because we think we dont have the time to eat well. Nourish your body. It will thank you.Laugh. Find time every day for a little bit of laughter. Happiness is a practice._20_, so is living a happy life. Once you begin to develop the

27、 practice to support your happiness, you will begin to notice changes in our relationships, your work and your attitude.A.Take a good attitudeB.Spend time in natureC.Inspire you to keep goingD.Eating a balanced diet makes you feel betterE.Ones sense of purpose is deeply connected with happiness.F.Ju

28、st like going to the gym or eating a healthy diet is a lifestyleG.Studies have shown that having a good rest leads directly to your happiness（六）It is reported that although our genes and environment play an important role, how happy we are largely depends on our choices and activities. The following

29、 are just several areas that tend to make a big difference to peoples happiness.Take a positive attitudePositive emotionslike joy, gratitude, satisfaction, inspiration and pride dont just feel good when we experience them. _16_ So although we need to be realistic about lifes ups and downs, it helps

30、to focus on the good aspects of any situationthe glass half full rather than the glass half empty.Accept who you are and what you are_17_ Learning to accept ourselves and being kinder to ourselves when things go wrong will increase our enjoyment of life. It also helps us accept others as they are. A

31、sk a trusted friend or colleague to tell you what they think your real strengths are. _18_19_Caring about others is fundamental to our happiness. Helping other people is not only good for them; its good for us too. It makes us happier and can help to improve our health. Giving also creates stronger

32、connections between people and helps to build a happier society.Take part in something biggerPeople who have meaning and purpose in their lives are happier. They also experience less stress, anxiety and depression. _20_ It might come from doing a job that makes a difference, or spiritual beliefs, or

33、 our family. The answers may be different for each of us but they all involve being connected to something bigger than ourselves.A. Our broader social networks bring a sense of belonging.B. Nobody is perfect.C. Give them a call or offer your support.D. Try to make more use of these.E. They also help

34、 us perform better, and improve our physical health.F. But where do we find meaning and purpose?G. Do things for others.（七）My father used to be an amateur wrestler and national champion. He was forced by his father to give up the sport in order to obtain gainful employment, which meant he wouldnt be

35、 able to win a medal for our country. Therefore, he made a vow that his unborn son would _16_He was about to give up hope when one day, my younger sister Babita and I beat up two boys accidentally in response to critical comments. My dad found our potential to become wrestlers and began coaching us.

36、 _17_ We were required to do physical training early in the morning and have a short haircuts to avoid lice._18_ We would complain about him all the time. Gradually, I realized that he wanted us to have a good future and not grow up to be ordinary housewives. Motivated, we willingly participated in

37、his coaching.With great efforts, he made us competitive wrestlers and I won the junior and senior championships, providing me with a chance to gain training in a National Sports Academy, where pride and agony fulfilled my mind. _19_ As a result, I found myself losing every match at the international

38、 level. After that, I tearfully made peace with papa and turned to him for help. Then he coached me patiently.Despite difficulty, I finally became the first Indian female wrestler to qualify for the Olympics, inspiring dozens of Indian women to take to wrestling. Even now, papas words are still in m

39、y mind “ Geeta, think about all the girls who are thought to be inferior to boys, girls who are forced to do chores, girls who are married and have children. Not only will you compete with other countries, but also with those who look down upon women!”. I will never forget out fathers instruction. _

40、20_A.But his methods were cruel.B.I almost abandoned what papa had taught me.C.Disappointingly, my mother gave birth to all girls.D.My sister and I tried to escape.E.I will always owe all success to him.F.At first, my sister and I did not understand our father.G.however，my mother didnt agree with hi

41、m.（八）While being lost in the woods can be a frightening experience, surviving alone in the wild is generally a matter of common sense, patience, and wisely using the gifts that nature provides._16_.Do your research first. Don't just trek off into the wilderness; get a solid understanding of your

42、 surroundings first. Studying a map of the area where you're going - and making sure to bring it with you - will increase your chances of not getting lost tremendously. Educate yourself about the flora and fauna of the area you are exploring. _17_._18_. A cell phone with a spare battery or

43、a portable CB radio can be your best, quickest means of rescue if you are truly lost or injured. A cell signal may only be obtainable only from a hill or tree, but is better than nothing. Serious hikers may even consider investing in a personal locator beacon such as the SPOT Messenger for extended,

44、 precarious, or very remote, treks.Don't panic if youre lost. Panic is more dangerous than almost anything else, because it interferes with the operation of your single best, most useful and versatile survival tool: your mind. The moment you realize that you are lost, before you do anything

45、 else, stop._19_. Before you act, follow the idea of STOP: S = sit down T = thinkO = observe your surroundings P = prepare for survival by gathering materials.Signal your location. Make noise by whistling, shouting, singing, or banging rocks together. _20_ . If you're in a mountain mea

46、dow, make three piles of dark leaves or branches in a triangle. In sandy areas, make a large triangle in the sand. Three of anything in the wilderness is a standard distress signal.A. Bring a means of communication.B. If you can, mark your location in such a way that it's visible from the air.C.

47、 Knowledge of the local plants and animals can save your lifeD. If you want to know how to survive in the woods, just follow these steps.E. Starvation won't be a big problem.F. Take a deep breath and stay calm.G. Having strength in numbers will help you survive.Homesickness at collegeThe thought

48、 of college life is quite exciting for students as they taste independence for the first time at college. Their hard work and effort paid off after all. Though college life brings lots of dreams and expectations for students, most of them soon start feeling homesick. _16_But change is a part of life

49、 and dealing with change helps us to grow. In the same way, homesickness at college is a brief experience which goes away once students start adjusting in their new environment._17_Some students may turn to alcohol and drugs. So it is important that students who experience homesickness at college kn

50、ow about how to deal with it. Students should understand that rather than constantly thinking of their hometown, it is better to see it as a challenge and try to defeat it . Though it is not a difficult task, the time that will take each person to deal with home-sickness at college will be different

51、 according to their attitude and personality._18_Youcan do that, too.Remember overcoming homesickness is accepting what you are experiencing. Many students think that being homesick is childish and undeveloped feeling and try to cover it up by acting cool or showing that they are very busy._19_Besid

52、es, even their classmates will be going through the same emotions and feelings. Instead of trying to make them understand that they are totally fine after shifting to the new school, going through their emotions and thoughts about life at home for a day or two will be a better choice._20_A. Homesick

53、ness helps students build up a better understanding of life.B. Homesickness leads to dangerous results if not solved properly.C. But they dont realize that homesickness is common to people of all ages.D. You may miss your parents as you leave home for the first time.E. This is an important part in t

54、he process of beating homesickness.F. The main reason for the development of such a feeling is change.G. Believe this is a possible achievement that everyone can achieve.（十）Many arguments teenagers have with their parents are about one thing: independence. As you get older, you'll want to do mor

55、e stuff on youll own, without your mom and dad tagging along with you. The arguments generally start when your parents think you aren't ready for extra responsibility while you think you are. Arguing with youll parents isn't the best solution at all, but the best solution is gaining trust fr

56、om your parents. _16_Understand that its not your parents who do not want you to have independence, they want the best for you and think youre not ready or youll hurt yourself if you have the freedom to do whatever you want. Show your parents you can be sensible._17_If you cant get home by 9:30, the

57、y'll never let you out after 10:00.Agree with them some “friends time” and some “family time” so that they know you won't be spending your whole weekend out with your friends._18_They wont imagine you getting into trouble if they know how they are._19_ They wont feel much worried letting you

58、 go off on your own if they know what youre up to. Call in and tell your parents that youre OK from time to time. The less they worry about you, the more independence youll gain._20_If they find out, all that trust will be destroyed and then you'll never get the extra independence you ever wanted.A. Show your parents how independent you are.B. Never lie to your parents about where youre going.C. Remember to ask for your parents help if you need it.D. Alw