2013年英语高考热点无答案七选五专题复习 4.29

There are 20 million American women who like the sandwich very much. Living to the age of 85 or older used to be rare but it is not so any more. And sometimes they can’t handle it very well but they don’t have a choice. Alternatively, they may only have one sibling but may live far from each other. That visual image should give you an idea of what the ―sandwich generation’ is. However, this type of living arrangement may return because of financial pressures.

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As humans, it seems we are natural and compulsive liars. Most people tell some kind of lie every day. _71_ But in many instances it is not seen as being very bad. Lying often starts with wrong-doing. For whatever reason, we do something that others disapprove of. When they are in a position of greater power, they might punish us. _72__. As a consequence, we deny what we have done, pointing the finger at others or justifying the act with some excuse. When others might not directly punish us, embarrassment is a powerful form of self-inflicted(自我施加的) punishment. We imagine what others are thinking and assume that they are silently disapproving. __73__. We, therefore, lie to reduce the possible negative impact on our social position. The opposite side of embarrassment is to gain the admiration of other people. As a result, a specific advantage we seek when lying is for others to think highly of us. Impression-management is particularly common in social and work situations, where we want others to think we are successful in order to get their approval and the subsequent(随后的) rewards this can bring, _74__. A more socially acceptable reason for lying is to help others, particularly your friends and family. Sometimes, however, we use this as an excuse, telling ourselves we are lying for others when we really are gaining benefit for ourselves, such as avoiding embarrassment. __75__ For example saying you are feeling fine when you know it would upset a friend if you said you have a serious illness. White lies are also often used in saving face. A. Of course some are more serious than others. B. Even if they don’t, their disapproval may be punishment enough. C. Sometimes we avoid telling things to other people more for their benefit than ours. D. The possible loss of social position that causes embarrassment is a powerful force on us. E. The ability to lie and lie successfully is thought to be related to the development of brain.

F. For example, lying in order to make oneself look good is particularly common in job interviews.

G. When it comes to covering up their lies, people learn quite young that they should pretend to be innocent.

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Did you know that the unconscious mind can open up when we write? Journaling, writing and reading poetry or just writing about a specific problem can help the mind deal

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with its own issues and keep its balance. __71_. It affects the immune system (免疫系统) and the heart, and even the biochemical stability of the brain and nervous system as a result. Writing is a form of therapy (治疗) for the mind and for the body. __72_. Groups like the National Association for Poetry Therapy and The National Federation for Poetry Therapy are examples. There is also a specific scientific publication called The Journal of Poetry Therapy and it provides accurate information for the professionals in the area. However, as far back in history as some ancient Greek philosophers, poetry was already referred to as a pathway to liberate emotions and bring cures. __73_. Recently, with the advance of scientific research, findings have proved that writing can be a therapeutic tool in the treatment of conditions such as eating disorders, mental and emotional issues. As easy as pulling out a piece of paper and a pen, you could also benefit from the positive influences of writing. But writings should be free, about how you feel or what you wish for. __74_. Write for yourself. Write about you, about your feelings, and about your fears. Use the words that first come to your mind. When you write about your issues, your brain will acknowledge your problems and your heart will be able to lighten its burden. However, remember that you should always ask for help if the issues you are dealing with require medical or professional attention. __75_. Writing as a therapeutic tool has its benefits as well as its limitations.

A. Writing a poem won’t cost you a lot of time.

B. Therapy has its place in the treatment of specific conditions.

C. The limitation of thoughts or feelings can hurt the body gradually. D. Today, you need to receive some training to learn how to write poems.

E. There are many organizations that use writing as a therapy, especially poetry. F. You should forget about the stressful school report or the spelling competition. G. They believed that the poets were the first ones to discover the unconscious mind.

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Have you been in a slump (萎靡) lately? You’re not alone. I can’t tell you how many people I’ve run into this week ---- the week after Thanksgiving ---- who just didn’t want to go back to work. _71_ . They know the month of December tends to be a blur (模糊不清), filled with holiday parties and too many drinks. And they’re having a hard time coming back to reality. They’re uninspired, unmotivated, and even depressed. Here are some ways to help you get motivated again. If you’re involved in too many things, you will put less effort into everything you’re doing. And it’s completely natural to feel unmotivated to do something that you can’t put your heart fully into. Doing less takes the stress off your shoulders. _72_ When you do something consistently, it’s momentum (动力) that will often keep you motivated to continue. _73_ . If you’re trying to add an exercise habit, make a weekly gym schedule and stick to it. If you’re an entrepreneur, do something to move your business forward every single day. _74_ . Why did you become a writer? A designer? Why did you want to start eating healthier? Exercising more? Think about why you started it ---- and how excited and

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motivated you were at the time. Do your original reasons still ring true? If not, it might be time to move on and try something else. If so, you may just have found the energy to keep going. There’s something about being out in nature that can incite (激起) motivation even in the most unmotivated people. Maybe it’s the vastness of the outside world that reminds us that we’re just a tiny piece of this big puzzle. _75_ .

A. They had a few days off, and now they want more. B. As a result, if you’re a writer, write nearly every day.

C. Whatever you do or keep in your life, make it worthy of keeping. D. Also, it lets you focus on a few things you’re really excited about.

E. When all else fails, think about the original reason you started doing what you’re

doing.

F. Encouraging words from an outside source may be just what you need to get the

ball rolling again.

G. Whatever the reason, taking a walk, or getting out in the sunshine can have big

motivational effects.

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It is well known that the radiation that comes from computers is bad for our health and eyes. _71 _ . There are lots of anti-radiation eyeglasses for you to choose from. Most computer eyeglasses are made from plastic with resin lenses (树脂镜片). You had better choose plastic eyeglass frames for your computer eyeglasses. It is good for your eyes and skin. When you reach the ages of forty, you can buy a pair of reading eyeglasses to see far and to see near. When you get a pair of reading eyeglasses, you have to take an eye exam to get your latest prescription from the eye doctor. __72_ . You should choose a pair of reading eyeglasses based on your requirements.

You can see a large number of athletes wearing a pair of sports eyeglasses during games. No matter what sports you love, you have to choose a pair of sports eyeglasses to protect your eyes. _73_ . Therefore, you should be careful. Wearing a pair of sports eyeglasses can help you see things clearly and protect your eyes. _74_ . They think that wearing eyeglasses will never be out of fashion. Different seasons have different fashions for eyeglasses, so they have many types of eyeglasses in their daily life. When they go out, they need a pair of sunglasses to protect their eyes from strong sunlight and UV radiation. Eyeglasses are one of the fashion accessories in our daily life. No matte if you wear prescription eyeglasses, computer eyeglasses, reading eyeglasses, sports eyeglasses or fashionable eyeglasses, you can freely choose them at online eyeglass stores. _75_ .

A. Most old people would like to have a pair in their daily life.

B. There are two kinds of reading eyeglasses for you to choose from. C. There are many chances to damage your eyes during sports activities.

D. Some people have no prescription but want a pair of fashionable eyeglasses.

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E. They even think that if you don’t have a pair of glasses, you are not a person of the

modern time.

F. As a result, people who are working in front of the computer need a pair of

computer eyeglasses.

G. Also, you can choose a pair of eyeglasses to meet your functions easily with the

fast growth of technology.

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__71__ If your complaint is immediate, suppose you got the wrong order at a restaurant, make a polite but firm request to see the manager. When the manager comes, ask his or her name. And then state your problem and what you expect to have done about it. Be polite! __72__ . But also be firm in making your complaint. __73__ . This doesn’t mean to put on airs and say ― do you know who I am?‖ what it means is that people are often treated the way they expect to be treated. If you act like someone who expects a fair request to be granted, chances are that it will be granted. __74__ . You are speaking to a voice coming from someone you cannot see. So you can’t tell how the person on the line is reacting. It is easy for that person to give you the run-around (借口). __75__ . If your complaint doesn’t require an immediate response, it often helps to complain by letter. If you have an appliance that doesn’t work, send a letter to the store that sold it. Be business-like and stick to the point. Don’t spend a paragraph on how your uncle John tried to fix the problem and couldn’t.

A. Shouting or acting rude will get you nowhere.

B. Complaining in person or by letter is generally more effective. C. The worst way to complain is over the telephone. D. Telephone complaint is never efficient.

E. The way to complain is to act business-like and important. F. Besides, act important.

G. There are many ways to complain.

9. Zoo animals VS animals in the wild(董)

Zoo animals usually live longer than their wild counterparts. This is because they have access to medical care and better nutrition in zoos. Moreover, there is a lack of predators（捕食者）.___71__.Elderly wild animals lose their strength, ability to find and digest food and often lose their social standing in their species social structure. Zoos are learning how to care for old animals.

Boredom is a big problem for animals in zoos and something animals in the wild do not have to face. Animal experts believe that a small place produces boredom. __72__ . They also provide companies and hide pieces of food so the animals have to search for it as in the wild.

__73__. A case in point is the Asiatic wild horse. The species was hunted to extinction in the wild by 1969. The entire world population is kept at the National Zoo in Washington,

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