题型：任务型阅读 题类：常考题 难易度：普通
陕西省西安市2019-2020学年高一上学期英语期末质量检测试卷（含听力音频）
Four Habits of the Wisest People
Intelligence may be something one was born with, but wisdom can most certainly be learned. Here's how to wise up at any age.
Studies show that people who stay connected to others have higher levels of wisdom than those who are more alone. Make an effort to join a new club, connect with friends on Face-book, or invite an old friend or a new co-worker for coffee. Next time you're at a party or gathering, choose someone who's standing alone and make a conversation.
A wise person understands that it is impossible to know everything and that life can take unexpected turns. Recognizing your mistakes can only lead to greater wisdom.
They read the news. You cannot make balanced choices unless you understand world surroundings and the experiences of others. If you haven't read a daily paper or news online yet, start by going through a single front-page article from a major respected news source, such as The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, or Washington Post, from start to finish, every day.Finally, try to get through the main articles of a full newspaper every day.
They get their self-knowledge. You've learned a lot just by being alive, but have you taken time to review all that you've learned? Try this exercise: write down your three biggest failures and three greatest successes. For each, review the events that led up to it and what lessons you took away from experience.
A. They practice being open- minded.
B. They work at being social.
C. They've learned how to say, "I could be wrong."
D. While current events are important, both fiction and nonfiction books can allow you to explore new ideas and points of view.
E. This is not time for regret or pride; the goal is to look at each experience, good or bad, as more fuel to enrich your wisdom.
F. Don't just scan or skip over it; read every word.
G. People generally love to talk about themselves; you, on the other hand, have a harder job: to listen closely.
Participating (参与) in Class
Class participation is a valuable part of learning. Many students are unwilling to participate in class. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} Other students participate in class, but do so not correctly. Here is some advice that can help you become an effective class participant.
{#blank#}2{#/blank#} Do all tasks and readings and go over your notes from previous class periods. This will help to prevent you from making uninformed ( 无知的) comments or asking unsuitable questions. As you get ready for class, think about important questions and concerns that may appear in class. Be sure that you are prepared to deal with these.
Try to sit close to the front of the class. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} Besides, you can hear what the teachers say clearly.
Listen to what the other students say. You can then build on their comments to make your own. Be active when you respond to something another student says. You can disagree, but don't go into an "attack mode".
Don't be afraid to be wrong. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} You can learn from being wrong. Don't be afraid to ask questions. This is a good learning skill. Also, the chances are that other students in the class have the same questions as you do, and they will appreciate your asking.
Be sure that your questions and comments are closely connected with the class topic.
Don't waste the time of the teacher and other students by going off way. Don't take it in person if others disagree with what you say. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}
A. Creating a personal connection helps you feel more comfortable about participating in class. B. Be confident that your opinions will be valued by your teacher and other students. C. It's hard to stay unconcerned when you are near to the teacher. D. Be sure that you are well prepared before coming to class. E. This may be because they are shy or fearful of being judged and criticized (批评). F. Your class should be a good place for giving opinions and taking advice. G. Learning is a change in behavior based on experience. |
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