choice的概念,随后下文承接该话题继续展开。故答案为A。
(2)其一,该项中carry out it中it指代的是上句中的responsibility;其二,虽然选择意味着责任,但是同时又会给我们带来巨大的回报,故答案为D。
(3)E选项是对上文的not still 和a flow的进一步解释。另外,其中leads us与下文monitor 相呼应,且E选项中的closer to or farther from our goals与下文的Am I moving closer to my goal? to readjust myself with my goals吻合。故答案为E。
(4)其一,“因为每天都在选择,而使生活变得更加舒适和方便”。其二,该空的后文举例说明前文的观点,故该空具有概括意义。故答案为B。
(5)上文叙述“生活就像下棋”,下文“要走出特定环境下最好的一步棋”,前后为顺接关系,故答案为C。
【点评】做此类题时,注意分析篇章结构,找出各段的主题句或主旨大意。分析段落内部的层次,即语篇层次,体会句与句之间的意义关系,把握作者思路,从语序上发现断续点,理清层次。
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It is very important for kids to be courageous. A brave child is more likely to withstand negative peer pressure, say no to temptations(诱惑)and flight the good fight.________ It boosts kids' resilience(适应力), confidence and willpower as their as well as their learning, performance and school engagement. Here are several ways to develop kids' courage:
Model courage. Kids who watch their parents stick their necks out to do the right thing are more likely to do the same.________ Then express how good it feels when you conquer your fear instead of taking a shortcut. Your kids will learn how to take on the tough challenge they face by witnessing how you tackle your fears.
________ Research finds that kids are more likely to be courageous if they believe that their parent them to support those in need. Discuss bravery with your kids: Tell hem Courage is making the choice to do what you know is right even if you are afraid.”
Ask your kids to share their acts of bravery. Learning to be brave takes practice, so encourage your children to do something courageous every day.________A mom I talked to had her kids share their brave deeds at dinner time.
Teach your kids how to reduce their fears. If not kept under control, fear can be powerful.________ You might encourage positive self-talk, such as saying, “I can handle this” or “I have courage to do this.” Or teach your child to take slow, deep breaths to find courage.
A. Talk about values and courage.
B. Courage has other surprising benefits.
C. The good news is that courage can be taught.
D. Teach your child simple strategies to be brave.
E. Let your child see you step out of your comfort zone.
F. In today's uncertain world, kids will need courage and confidence.
G. Then take time to focus on their courageous breakthroughs.
【答案】B;E;A;G;D