问题 阅读理解

下面文章中有5处需要添加小标题。请从以下选项(A、B、C、D、E和F)中选出符合各段意思的小标题,并在答题纸上将相应选项的标号涂黑。选项中有一项是多余选项。

A. Early to Bed, Early to Rise

B. Read Challenging Books

C. Exercise

D. Relax yourself

E. Minimize Television Watching

F. Take Time to Reflect

Five Simple Ways to Increase Your Intelligence

Your brain needs exercise just like a muscle. If you use it often and in the right ways, you will become a more skilled thinker and increase your ability to focus.

Here are 5 simple ways anyone can squeeze a bit more productivity out of the old gray matter.

小题1:_______– This is a hard sell. People love vegetating in front of the television, myself included more often than I’d like. The problem is watching television doesn’t use your mental capacity OR allow it to recharge. It’s like having the energy sapped out of a muscle without the health benefits of exercise.

When you feel like relaxing, try reading a book instead. If you’re too tired, listen to some music. When you’re with your friends or family, leave the tube off and have a conversation. All of these things use your mind more than television and allow you to relax.

小题2:_______ – I used to think that I’d learn more by not exercising and using the time to read a book instead. But I realized that time spent exercising always leads to greater learning because it improves productivity during the time afterwards. Using your body clears your head and creates a wave of energy. Afterwards, you feel invigorated and can concentrate more easily.

小题3:_______– Many people like to read popular suspense fiction, but generally these books aren’t mentally stimulating. If you want to improve your thinking and writing ability you should read books that make you focus. Reading a classic novel can change your view of the world and will make you think in more precise, elegant English. Don’t be afraid to look up a word if you don’t know it, and don’t be afraid of dense passages. Take your time, re-read when necessary, and you’ll soon grow accustomed to the author’s style.

小题4:________– Nothing makes it harder to concentrate than sleep deprivation. You’ll be most rejuvenated if you go to bed early and don’t sleep more than 8 hours. If you stay up late and compensate by sleeping late, you’ll wake up lethargic(无精打采) and have trouble focusing. In my experience the early morning hours are the most tranquil and productive. Waking up early gives you more productive hours and maximizes your mental acuity(敏锐) all day.

If you have the opportunity, take 10-20 minute naps when you are hit with a wave of drowsiness. Anything longer will make you lethargic, but a short nap will refresh you.

小题5:________ – Often our lives get so hectic that we become overwhelmed without even realizing it. It becomes difficult to concentrate because nagging thoughts keep interrupting. Spending some time alone in reflection gives you a chance to organize your thoughts and prioritize your responsibilities. Afterwards, you’ll have a better understanding of what’s important and what isn’t. The unimportant stuff won’t bother you anymore and your mind will feel less encumbered.

Conclusion – I hope you aren’t disappointed that none of the techniques I’ve proposed are revolutionary. But simple, unexciting answers are often the most valid. The challenge is having the will to adhere to them. If you succeed in following these 5 tips, you’ll be rewarded with increased mental acuity and retention of knowledge.

答案

小题1:E

小题2:C

小题3:B

小题4:A

小题5:F

题目分析:

小题1:从后面的提示People love vegetating in front of the television,可知这段是要将看电视的时间减到最少,选E

小题2:从后面的提示I used to think that I’d learn more by not exercising可知这段主题是锻炼,选 C

小题3:段落中间的句子:If you want to improve your thinking and writing ability you should read books that make you focus.可知作者想说的是要读一些有挑战的书。选B

小题4:这段的句子:You’ll be most rejuvenated if you go to bed early and don’t sleep more than 8 hours.可知是要早睡早起。选A

小题5:关键句是Spending some time alone in reflection gives you a chance to organize your thoughts and prioritize your responsibilities.选F

点评:这篇文章要求给每个段落找主题句,先浏览各个选项做到心中有数,在阅读时,抓住每个段落的主旨,还要注意关键句。和选项进行一一配对。

阅读理解

阅读理解。

     Mr. Jones and Mr. Brown worked in the same office. One day Mr. Jones said to Mr. Brown, "We

are going to have a small party at our house next Wednesday evening . Would you and your wife like to

join us?"

     Mr. Brown said, "Thank you very much . That is very kind of you. We are free that evening. I think,

but I will telephone my wife and ask her. Maybe she wants to go somewhere else that evening." So Mr.

Brown went to the other room and telephoned. When he came back, he looked very sorry.

     "What is the matter?" said Mr. Jones. "Did you speak to your wife?"

     "No," answered Mr. Brown, "She wasn't there, my small son answered the telephone. I said to him,"

Is your mother there, David?' and he answered, 'No, she is not in the house,' 'Where is she then?' I asked. 'She is somewhere outside.' 'What is she doing?' 'She is looking for me.'"

1. A small party will be held ______.

A. at David's house

B. at Mr. Brown's house

C. in the office

D. at Mr. Jones' house

2. Mr. Jones asked ______to the party.

A. Mr. Brown

B. Mrs. Brown

C. Mr. and Mrs. Brown

D. all his friends

3. The telephone was ______.

A. in the same office

B. in a room next to the office

C. in the post office

D. near Mr. Jones' house

4. Mr. Brown spoke to ______on the phone .

A. Mrs. Brown

B. Mrs. Jones

C. David

D. David's friend

5. Why was Mrs. Brown looking for David? Because ______.

A. he went out of the house

B. he was answering Father's phone

C. she knew David had lost his way

D. she thought he was playing somewhere outside

单项选择题 A1/A2型题