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山东省德州市2019-2020学年高二上学期英语期末考试试卷

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Investing in yourself

    Figuring out how to invest your money can be a difficult task. This is something that you will want to learn how to do.

    Things that will improve your knowledge, skills or health are all great investments. However, before you start, you need to be clear about what you will gain out of doing all of these things.

    You may think investing in yourself means investing in your education. . There are some other things you can do as well as buying a gym membership or learning a new skill.

    So what are some specific things you can do? . Reading books can really expand your mind and allow you to learn different skills and gain knowledge. I'm talking about the books where you will actually learn a new skill, not fiction books.

    You can also take courses and attend seminars. These programs are taught by people with a high level of knowledge or skill. . Only in this way can you avoid being fooled by some sales presentation.

    Moreover, investing in yourself is a safe way to keep your money. Although a savings account is seen as the most secure investment, that isn't 100% safe. Even if you never experience your bank closing down, the return is little when inflation (通货膨胀) is taken into consideration. . But over time, they will show up in terms of your happiness level as well as your level of success.

A. The benefits will stay with you.

B. This is just one way.

C. If you aren't a reader, you should start with that.

D. The more you do this, the more valuable you will be.

E. The best way to invest your money is to invest it in yourself.

F. Of course, you need to do some research before investing.

G. When you invest in yourself, you may not see gains right away.

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    To be more grateful (感恩的) in life means that you are also allowing yourself to be happier and more satisfied with everything that has been going on around you. But with all the stress, all the disappointments and all the anxiety around you. I bet you ask yourself this question all the time: “How exactly can I be more grateful with my life?”{#blank#}1{#/blank#}.

    ⒈ Learn to live in the moment.

    Life is a wonderful adventure full of enriching experiences and endless possibilities. Don't just go through the motions of (走过场) repetitive(重复乏味的) activities and boring tasks. No! Being a mindless zombie (行尸走肉) can make you more likely to take things for granted (对……不予重视).{#blank#}2{#/blank#}, make an effort to enjoy the experience.

    You're supposed to attend a conference? Absorb it. Babysit your niece? Enjoy the moment. Eat a 15-minute lunch? Taste each bite.

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    Being aware of your goal to be more grateful can help you look for things to be really more grateful for. Gratitude is a conscious decision. You have to practice it consistently (持续的,始终如一地).

    ⒊ Control your thoughts.

    Of course you have the power to control what you're thinking of! Consider this exercise, for example: if you find yourself thinking more and more self-entitled (自我为中心), stop.{#blank#}4{#/blank#}. You are given consciousness (意识). Make use of it wisely.

    ⒋Always resist the temptation (诱惑) of comparing yourself with other people.

    As humans, we have the natural tendency (倾向、偏好)to compare ourselves with others with the hope of attaining satisfaction. Actually, this kind of activity does not help you feel to be more grateful in life.{#blank#}5{#/blank#}! You will always be meeting someone richer, which makes you fed inferior (下等的) to others!

    Don't do it, please.

    Every little thing counts. You have the ability to make yourself feel to be more grateful in your life.

A. Appreciate what you had in the past

B. And if you find yourself repeating negative (消极的) junk, stop

C. It does the opposite

D. Express gratitude all the time

E. Well, the following are some tips to help you with this particular concern (忧虑)

F. Instead of doing something just for the sake of (为了) doing it

G. Words that stress you and make you feel worthless should definitely be removed

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    Body language is extremely important when it comes to making good first impressions.It's always helpful to know what body cues show you in a positive light,especially during interviews or networking when you're meeting someone for the first time.{#blank#}1{#/blank#}Keep these tips in mind when you're interacting with another person.

    Smile slowly.If you're too quick to come to a smile,your expression may not look genuine.Real smiles happen gradually,but remember not to do it too slowly because it can also look creepy.{#blank#}2{#/blank#}

    {#blank#}3{#/blank#}When you're nervous or excited,your voice may come out in a higher pitch.Take a deep breath and lower your pitch,because a deeper voice is considered to have more authority and confidence.In fact,even dogs respond better to deeper voices when you are trying to give them a command.

    Make eye contact.{#blank#}4{#/blank#}Don't go overboard and gaze without breaking eye contact,because that can make people feel uncomfortable.Spend the majority of the time making eye contact,but remember to briefly take breaks.

    Lean.Move your body slightly forward toward the person you're talking to{#blank#}5{#/blank#}However,if you want to show that you're relaxed,lean back a little bit.Don't overdo the leaning or it may either look like you have no idea of what personal space is if you lean forward too much or make you look uninterested and uppity if you lean too far back.

A. Have good posture.

B. Speak in a deeper voice.

C. This reflects interest.

D. Do your best to imitate a natural smile by practicing in the mirror.

E. t can make a difference and even make you more likeable.

F. When talking to someone, making eye contact shows interest and also confidence.

G. It can make you look less professional and less confident and enthusiastic.

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                                                                             Easy Ways to Keep Your Brain Sharp

Everyone is forgetful, but as we age, we start to feel like our brains are slowing down a bit一and that can be a very annoying thing.{#blank#}1{#/blank#}Read on for some techniques worth trying.

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    People who regularly made plans and looked forward to upcoming events had a 50 percent reduced chance of Alzheimer's disease (早老性痴呆症),according to a recent study.{#blank#}3{#/blank#}Something as simple as setting a goal to have a weekly coffee date with a friend will do. There's evidence that people who have a purpose in life or who are working on long or short-term goals appear to do better. In other words, keep your brain looking forward.

    ⒉Go for a walk.

    Mildly raised glucose (葡萄糖) levels can harm the area of the brain that helps you form memories and physical activity can help get blood glucose down to normal levels. In fact, exercise produces chemicals that are good for your brain.{#blank#}4{#/blank#}

    ⒊Learn something new.

    Take a Spanish class online, join a drawing club, or learn to play cards. A study found that mental stimulation (刺激) limits the weakening effects of aging on memory and the mind. But the best thing for your brain is when you learn something new and are physically active at the same time.{#blank#}5{#/blank#}Or go dancing with your friends.

A. Focus on the future.

B. This can be especially harmful to the aged.

C. It should be something like learning gardening.

D. So take a few minutes each day to do some reading.

E. But don't worry if your schedule isn't filled with life changing events.

F. Luckily, research shows there is a lot you can do to avoid those moments

G. In other words, when you take care of your body, you take care of your brain.

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    Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing crimes. Identity theft is a crime in which your personal information is stolen by someone and is used in an illegal way. When your identity is stolen, the thief often does fraud with that. He may get a credit card in your name and spend it carelessly without paying the bills; {#blank#}1{#/blank#} and you have to be responsible for the traffic accidents he causes.

    Why is identity theft becoming so common? {#blank#}2{#/blank#} And the wealth of personal details people post on social networks such as Facebook also makes it easier for identity thieves to obtain personal information.

    Many people are not aware of the problems caused by this crime. They wake up from their carefree attitude only when they become a victim and suffer the damages caused by this crime.

    {#blank#}3{#/blank#} and this is why it is important that every person should become cautious when using the Internet. The following tips may prevent you from identity theft.

    First, make sure your computer has an updated anti-virus and firewall system installed. Second, only enter your credit card details on secure sites, or websites that you've used before. Third, {#blank#}4{#/blank#} Your date of birth, names of schools attended, phone number or the names of your parents are often required to verify an identity, and thieves can use this information too. Fourth, avoid sharing files as this gives other people access to your hard drive. Fifth, never open suspicious e-mails from unknown source. Last but not least, create complex passwords using a combination of numbers and keyboard symbols and {#blank#}5{#/blank#}

A. The popularity of the Internet and computers provides a gateway for the identity theft.

B. Avoid giving away too much personal information on social networking sites.

C. There is one solution to the problem.

D. He may get a driver's license in your name.

E. Change your passwords on a regular basis.

F. There is no cure for identity theft except prevention.

G. He may borrow money from the bank in your name.

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    As a child grows up,you may wonder how you can teach him to become a respectful adult. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} A child who learns to respect not only learns to receive respect from others in kind,but also learn to respect himself.

    Show him respect.

    This is the best way to teach your child how to respect others.Listen to your child attentively and he will learn to listen to you,understanding how important this is in communication.

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    The more you say "please" and "thank you" to your child,the more likely he will learn to use them.Politeness then becomes a normal part of any conversation.

    Agree to disagree.

    {#blank#}3{#/blank#}Explain your decision so that he will understand you and expect respectful responses.Disagreeing with you doesn't necessarily mean disobedience(不顺从).

    Control your impulse to overreact.

    When a situation arises,stay calm and keep in mind that you are supposed to be modeling correct behavior.{#blank#}4{#/blank#}

    Praise,praise,praise

    So much is focused on what a child does wrong and how to correct it that his accomplishments are not celebrated enough.{#blank#}5{#/blank#}

A.Teach manners by using polite requests and responses.

B.Try to remember that a child won't always agree with you.

C.Respect is necessary for a meaningful and successful life.

D.If he sees you lose your temper,he is more likely to respond that way in future.

E.A child may act as he pleases,and he will live a happy life.

F.Seeing a child exhibit respectful behavior,make sure he knows how proud you are of him.

G.Respectful behavior is always accompanied by bad behavior as a child.

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The power of work stress

    Many experts believe that stress can strengthen you or tear you down. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} The followings are suggested to perform better under pressure.

Give stress a good name.

    Why hate work stress—it's a sign that our career is advancing. Think of a heavy work load as an exciting opportunity to push yourself. Don't complain about it. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} 

Alternate(交替) tasks.

    Spending an entire day or week on a single project increases your anxiety without improving your productivity. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} You need to create your working patterns to recharge. Every 60 to 90 minutes, take a break from your primary activity and do something different for 15 minutes.

Refuel.

    Tend to skip meals and pull late nights when you feel the heat at work? {#blank#}4{#/blank#} Get six to eight hours of sleep, and go to bed at the same hour every night. Avoid big meals but have high-carbon, low-fat snacks every few hours.

Overcome your fears.

   {#blank#}5{#/blank#} Often, your stress comes from worrying rather than from the work assignment or problems you're dealing with. Write down the fears in detail and methodically address each one.

A. Both could lead to burnout.

B. In fact, you may lose focus.

C. Instead, greet it with optimism.

D. In most cases, you can choose.

E. Or rather, it is the basis of success.

F. Keep work and rest in a proper balance.

G. Pressure doesn't get you down, but fear does.

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