专题十四 阅读七选五
A组 2015～2013模拟基础题
Passage 1
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
(2015·河北正定中学月考)Although problems are a part of our lives，it certainly doesn't mean that we let them rule our lives forever.One day or the other，you'll have to stand up and say—problem，I don't want you in my life.
1 Problems with friends，parents，girlfriends，husbands，and children—the list goes on.Apart from these，the inner conflicts within ourselves work，too.These keep adding to our problems.Problems come in different shapes and colors and feelings.
But good news is that all problems can be dealt with.Now read on to know how to solve your problems.
Talk，it really helps.What most of us think is that our problem can be understood only by us and that no talking is going to help. 2 Talking helps you move on and let go.
Write your problems. 3 When you write down your problems，you are setting free all the tension from your system.You can try throwing away the paper on which you wrote your problems.By doing this，imagine yourself throwing away the problems from your life.
Don't lose faith and hope.No matter what you lose in life，don't lose faith and hope.Even if you lose all your money，family...you should still have faith. 4
Your problems aren't the worst.No matter what problem you get in life，there're another one million people whose problems are huger than yours. 5 Your problems might just seem big and worse，but in reality they can be removed.
Go about and solve your problems because every problem，however big or small，always has a way out.
A.But the truth is that when you talk about it，you're setting free the negative energies that have been gathering within you.
B.When we have a problem，a pressing，critical，urgent，life－threatening problem，how do we try and solve it?
C.Tell yourself：when they can deal with them，why can't I? D.Of course，we've been fighting problems ever since we were born.
E.We can often overcome the problem and achieve the goal by making a direct attack. F.Having a personal diary can also be of huge help if you don't want a real person to talk with.
G.With faith and hope，you can rebuild everything that you lose.
【语篇导读】 本文中作者主要介绍了如何处理生活中遇到的问题，比如，要取得别人的帮助，要有信心，碰到问题不要灰心泄气等。
1.解析 根据第一段you'll have to stand up and say—problem，I don't want you in my life.和第二段Problems with friends，parents，girlfriends，husbands，and children—the list goes on.可知，问题伴随一个人的一生，D项“当然，自从我们出生的那一刻起，我们就在和麻烦作斗争”起到了衔接上下文的作用，故选D。 答案 D
2.解析 根据本段中What most of us think is that our problem can be understood only by us and that no talking is going to help.(大多数人都会认为，自己的问题只有自己能够解决，说出来也没有用。)而A项内容是强调把问题说出来能够释放内心积压的消极情绪，表示一种转折，选A。 答案 A
3.解析 本段的建议是人们可以通过写日记来排解内心的紧张，而F选项Having a personal diary can also be of huge help if you don't want a real person to talk with.内容符合语境，而且diary是信息词。 答案 F
4.解析 本段强调的是无论何时都不要失去信念和希望，而G选项With faith and hope，you can rebuild everything that you lose也是告诫人们只要有信念和希望，就能重建生活。 答案 G
5.解析 本段讲的是自己遇到的问题不会比他人的严重。而C项“告诉自己：他们都能把问题解决掉，自己为什么不能？”符合语境。 答案 C Passage 2
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
(2015·河南郑州二模)Speaking in front of people can be a rewarding and engaging experience，but it can also be terrifying.The power of public speaking is a key leadership skill. 1 Communicate effectively and communicate your message so that others listen，understand and act.
You've been asked to speak in front of others because you know something about the subject at hand.Those who invited you to speak already have confidence in your ability. 2 You know the subject and have been successful with it so be sure to be enthusiastic about your work.It's fun for an audience to listen and engage with someone who is excited about the subject at hand.
3 Have a clear understanding about your audience before you begin crafting your speech.Your approach will vary if the audience members are experts in the field，students，or just people who are interested in the subject matter.
Get your facts straight. 4 Don't lie and pretend to know something you do not.So spend time collecting and confirming your information.Too many public speakers are quick to present their opinions without providing clear substance.Avoid that trap.
Know your speech so well that you could give it from memory—but be sure to still keep your notes on you in case you forget key points. 5 Be sure to practice your speech by speaking slowly，clearly，and comfortably.
A.Learn from other great speech makers，adopt their skills and make them your own. B.The more you learn and practice the science，the easier the art will work for you. C.Never keep the key message till the end of your speech. D.The skill of public speaking is both an art and a science. E.Don't stand there saying，“I think so” or “I'm not sure.”
F.Understand your audience. G.Be confident in yourself.
【语篇导读】 本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍的是在大众面前演讲是一门科学也是一门艺术，为了达到良好的演讲效果需要注意的一些问题。
1.解析 考查句际关系。根据前一句The power of public speaking is a key leadership skill.和D项“公众演讲是一门科学也是一门艺术”相符。 答案 D
2.解析 考查句际关系。根据关键词have confidence in your ability 可知，此处“相信自己”符合语境。 答案 G
3.解析 考查主题句。根据后面的Have a clear understanding about your audience...可知，本段谈论的是“理解观众”。 答案 F
4.解析 考查句际关系。根据主题句Get your facts straight.和后面的Don't lie and pretend to know something you do not.可知，“不要站在那里说：我认为这样或我不清楚”，符合语境。 答案 E
5.解析 考查句际关系。根据关键词practice your speech再结合段意可知，你学习且实践的越多，你的演讲艺术就会越高。 答案 B Passage 3
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
(2014·黑龙江大庆一中段考)How do you stay true to yourself when you're surrounded by friends and/or family that have an opinion on everything you do? It's not easy！ 1 Here are 4 tips which can help you live a dynamic life.
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Stay true to yourself by listening to the only opinions that really matter－your own and those from people who believe in and encourage you.Deep down you know yourself better than anybody else.
Don't fear people
3 The reason most people don't take risks，or live on the edge is the fear of what others might think of them.If you want to live the life you truly deserve，you must give up the need to be liked by everybody.
Value yourself and your choices
When you do，others will too.Own the choices you make in your life. 4 When you believe in yourself，in time，others will believe in you too.Show confidence in your choices，and what you stand for whether others agree or not.
Focus on appreciation
No matter what the circumstances are，there is always something to be grateful for.All successful people ask：What am I grateful for？How can I improve my situation
and use these tough times to inspire others？ 5
These steps，if applied，will help you transform your peace of mind，lifestyle，and productivity.
A.Focus on your own talents and strengths. B.Never let others' opinions guide your choices. C.Treat every person like they are important. D.When you doubt yourself，others will doubt you. E.Stay fearless in everything you will have to do.
F.Be thankful to life and be helpful to others，and you'll lead a successful life. G.However，there are great possibilities that you can lead the life you really want.
【语篇导读】 本文是一篇说明文，当你和家人、朋友在一起的时候，想要坚持按照自己的信念去做事是不容易的。那怎么办呢？作者在本文中给我们提出了四点建议。 1.解析 考查句际关系。前面提到当和别人在一起的时候，坚持按自己的信念办是不容易的。而后面又给出了几条关于如何过充满活力、自主生活的建议，由此判断此空为过渡句，纵观选项，G项内容恰好能起到承接上下文的作用。 答案 G
2.解析 考查主旨句。本段内容是建议人们要忠实于自己的选择判断，倾听那些相信你、鼓励你的人的建议，由此判断作者劝告人们不要随便听别人的建议，不要受别人的影响。 答案 B