高考英语一轮复习限时阅读训练34

高考英语一轮复习限时阅读训练34

‎2019届高考英语一轮复习限时阅读训练34‎ ‎ (A)‎ Autumn blues? Let the sunshine in.‎ Falling leaves, withering flowers, cold winds, faint sunshine. 1 Spirits can be low. ‎ People who suffer from “the autumn blues” often are extremely exhausted, lack energy, need more sleep, feel increased appetite and gain weight. ‎ ‎“The exact cause of this condition, often called seasonal depression or seasonal affective disorder(SAD), is not known yet, ”says Chen Jue, associate professor at Shanghai‎ Mental Health ‎Center. “But recent studies indicate that weather change is influential and strongly suggest that this condition is caused by changes in the availability of sunlight. ”‎ One theory is that with decreased exposure to sunlight, the biological clock that regulates mood, sleep, and hormones is delayed, running more slowly in winter. 2 Another theory is that brain chemicals that transmit information between nerves may be altered(改变）in individuals with SAD. It is believed that exposure to light can correct these imbalances. ‎ ‎“ 3 Remember, spring always lives in your heart, ”Chen says. ‎ Here are some tips to deal with autumn depression. ‎ ‎·Go outdoors and get some sunlight. Move around. Fresh air and exercise improve the respiratory(呼吸）system and blood circulation and regulate the nervous system. Thus, exercise calms and relieves one’s mood. ‎ ‎·Relax at work. Stretch and breathe deeply. Take a tea break. Think of your next vacation. ‎ ‎· 4 Chocolate and sugar raise the spirits. ‎ ‎·Look at bright colors, such as red and orange. Color therapy improves mood. ‎ ‎·Listen to your favorite music. You can dance to it, or just lie on a cozy couch, reading a novel. ‎ ‎· 5 Blooming plants are cheering. ‎ ‎·Call friends or family when you feel lonely or depressed. Recall some happy memories. ‎ A. Exposure to light may reset the biological clock. ‎ B. Decorate your room and work space with flowers. ‎ C. It is a sad season, but you can try to make it happy. ‎ D. That is the way you can use to lighten yourself. ‎ E. Keep a chocolate bar in your pocket. ‎ F. For many people late autumn can be a season of gloom and depression(抑郁）. ‎ G. Autumn always gives us a beautiful scene. ‎ ‎(B)‎ As is known to all, in the world, due to different histories and traditional customs and so on, different countries have different cultures, and different cultures have a different effect on different people’s lives. It’s clear that culture is playing an important role in people’s life and constantly changing people’s lifestyles. 6 When you think of American culture, what first comes to your mind? McDonald’s? Coca Cola? Levi’s? Disneyland? Michael Jordan? Julia Roberts? 7 As a matter of fact, these symbols are only one small part of American culture—pop culture. What is pop culture? ‎ Well，pop is short for popular. The origins of pop culture can often be traced to popular movies, television shows, music stars and sports figures. 8 The most common examples of American pop culture appear among high school and college students. Trends set by famous personalities quickly become part of young people’s lifestyles. 9 One major reason for its popularity is that English is a universal language. English is the language of diplomacy(外交），international business and transportation. Since language and culture go together, learning English means becoming aware of English-speaking cultures. 10 The kind of American culture communicated in those media is pop culture. Finally, pop culture is easy to package and to export. For that reason, it is easy to “sell” to the world. ‎ A. American advertising is well-known. ‎ B. What about American culture? ‎ C. American pop culture has spread around the world. ‎ D. Pop culture is also promoted by business and advertising. ‎ E. Also, America is a world leader in movies, music and magazines. ‎ F. Sports stars are liked by school students as well as college students. ‎ G. Many people imagine American culture is a collection of popular symbols like these. ‎ 答案解析 A ‎【文章大意】本文主要谈论了秋季抑郁症的原因及应对策略。‎ ‎1.【解析】选Ｆ。下文提到情绪低落，故与之有关的应是人们心情忧郁，故选Ｆ项。‎ ‎2.【解析】选Ａ。前文提到缺乏阳光照射，人的生物钟会延迟，故增加光照会使人的生物钟恢复。故选A项。‎ ‎3.【解析】选Ｃ。前文提到秋天会使人情绪低落，后文提到春天永远在心中，故此处应是承上启下的一句话，故选C项。‎ ‎4.【解析】选E。根据下文的关键词chocolate可知。‎ ‎5.【解析】选B。根据关键词blooming plants可知。‎ B ‎ 【文章大意】本文主要介绍了美国流行文化的有关知识。‎ ‎6.【解析】选B。 根据下文When you think of American culture可知此处要问的是有关美国文化方面的知识。‎ ‎7.【解析】选G。 上文提到美国文化的知识及下文As a matter of fact, these symbols are only one small part of American culture可知此处选G项。‎ ‎8.【解析】选D。 根据前文有关pop culture的知识，及下文The most common examples of American pop culture. . . 可知此处选D项。‎ ‎9.【解析】选C。 根据下文One major reason for its popularity is that English is a universal language. 可知, 美国的流行文化遍及全世界，故选C项。‎ ‎10.【解析】选E。 根据下文的The kind of American culture communicated in those media. . . 可知选E项。‎