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陕西省咸阳市2017-2018学年高一下学期英语期末教学质量检测试卷
If your father never says to you “I love you” when you are a child, it 1 to be more and more difficult for him to say the words as he grows2.
I do not 3 hearing the words from my father when I was growing up.4, I could not recall (回忆) when I had 5 said those words to him either.
One day, I decided to 6 the ice and make the first 7. So in our next phone conversation I gathered all my 8 and let out the words in a low voice,” Dad… I love you!”
There was a 9at the other end and he awkwardly 10, “Well, same back at you!”
I was unexpectedly 11and my voice was raised,” Dad, I know you love me, and I know when you are ready, you will say what you want to say.”
Fifteen minutes later my mother called and 12 asked, “Paul, is everything okay?”
A few weeks later, Dad 13 our phone conversation with the words, “Paul, I love you.” I was so moved that tears were rolling down my cheeks as I finally “14” the love.
As I sat there in tears I realized that this 15 moment had taken our father-and-son relationship to a new 16. Shortly afterwards, my father narrowly 17death following heart surgery (外科手术). Many times 18, I have 19 if I had not taken the first step and Dad not 20 the surgery, I would have never “heard” the love.
The Failed New Year's Resolution: Three Tips to Get on Track
January is officially over, and many people are taking stock of their progress towards New Year's resolutions. The fact is that you probably haven't kept up with them as much as you hoped. But that's not your fault. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} . If you feel like you have already failed, here are three tips before you let go.
Practice self-compassion
Many people talk to themselves in harsh ways when struggling with new habits, believing self-criticism will help them reach their goals. Research shows, however, that the opposite is true. Self-compassion is more effective for personal improvement, especially when facing failure. {#blank#}2{#/blank#}_ , try to be kind and gentle with yourself, just as you would with a loved one.
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Resolutions are often phrased as definitive goals. I will exercise daily. I will kick desserts. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} . But setting all-or-nothing goals can lead to all-or-nothing decisions that one gives up when faced with challenges. In contrast, intentions focus more on your values than specific actions. For example, the resolution "I will exercise daily" may become an intention of "I want to move my body because it feels good." This approach allows for more flexibility when unexpected stress arises.
Solve problems by overcoming barriers
If you are struggling to maintain your desired habits, there are evidence-based techniques available to help you. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} . This involves identifying the specific barriers that lead to your quitting something that you want to do. Perhaps you keep forgetting the new habit, or perhaps you don't understand how to do it. Whatever it is, identify the barrier and cope with it specifically.
A. Set all-or-nothing goals B. Change your resolutions into intentions C. One such skill is called missing links analysis D. Setting specific behavioral goals can be effective E. If you're persuaded to give up on your resolutions F. Old habits tend to die hard, and new habits tend to die easy G. When you are upset about yourself for not keeping resolutions |
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