高考英语外刊阅读语法填空September 20.docx

高中英语外刊阅读语法填空September 201 拒绝内卷、加班、职场霸凌：怎样学会说“不”The power of no: how to build strong, healthy boundaries说“不”的力量：如何建立强有力又健康的个人界限No. A tiny, yet mighty word. To hear it can make us feel childlike; sheepish (羞怯的) or 1_trouble. How does it make you feel to say "no"?"We live in a society that does not glorify(赞美) choosing yourself. It is not honoured," says relationship therapist Nedra Tawwab. "We are 2_(constant) living in others headspace and not our own heart space. Were thinking about whether theyll be angry, or whether 3_(set) a boundary will even end the relationship."It is normal to care, "but when your life 4_( impact) by not having healthy boundaries for yourself, we need to pay attention", says Tawwab.When there are hierarchies(等级制度) of power such as in the workplace saying no can feel particularly difficult. But as the borders between work and the rest of our lives have become increasingly blurred(模糊), it is even more vital. "Research tells us that people 5_proactively（主动） state their boundaries, such as leaving or stopping work on time, taking leave or prioritizing(优先考虑) non-work-related activities, are much 6_(good) at managing their mental health," says Dr Jo Yarker, an occupational psychologist(职业心理学家).Do we misuse the word selfish when people are clear about their needs? "I think we do, yes," says Tawwab, "We need to think about what is actually being harmed when we use that word. If I am taking a day off work, thats not 7_ same as stealing someones credit."The key is practising 8_(say) "no" or "enough" in conversations like we are learning a new skill. "We can start with little boundaries like: I will call you back, if we arent ready 9_(speak) to someone at that time. With practice, confidence 10_(do) build. It can become easy," Tawwab adds.Keys:1 in 2 constantly 3 setting 4 is impacted 5 who6 better 7 the 8 saying 9 to speak 10 does2 说话沟通：如何让“针锋相对的谈话”变得有“温度”？How to say the unsayable: ways to approach a sensitive, daunting conversation“难以开口的话”如何说出口：对于处理令人却步的敏感谈话，这里有一些方法Theres a conversation youre avoiding. It feels important, the stakes(股份) are high and you are putting 1_ off. But delaying doesnt solve anything. Getting started might involve some awkward moments, but, after that, the situation is open for discussion and exploration.Tried and 2_(test) approaches can help to smooth the way. Here are some 3_(use) tips from my experience as a psychotherapist and doctor.1 Listen to understandInstead of 4_(work) out what to say next while the other person is speaking, just listen. Check your understanding by repeating what you heard with empathy(同理心), starting with something like: "Have I got this right? You feel " Repeating their viewpoint back also helps the other person to feel heard and 5_(respect).In conversations about 6_(disagree), try to present the most positive aspects of the other persons view: it helps both of you to find common ground.2 Support, dont fixInstead of proposing ways to fix a problem, ask instead what solutions they have considered or what they would advise someone else in their situation 7_(do). Its 8_(surprise) how often a person feeling completely stuck can tell you the great advice they would give a friend in the same position.3 Look after yourselfIf you are left feeling unsettled by a conversation, remember to treat yourself 9_(kind). Some people take five minutes to walk outdoors or to focus 10_their breathing. These "mindful moments" help us to recentre ourselves.Dont pick up the other persons burden: the solution is for them to find, but compassionate conversation can help others to process their experiences. That is often help enough.Keys:1 it 2 tested 3 useful 4 working 5 respected6 agreement 7 to do 8 surprising 9 kindly 10 on3英国贫富分化：差距已成巨大鸿沟Britains wealth divide: a gap becomes a chasm英国贫富分化: 差距变成鸿沟Looking at a range of indicators(指标), researchers from the Resolution Foundation thinktank（决议基金会智库） did the maths on how 16 months of lockdown（封锁）1_(affect) households wealth. The stark 2_(conclude) was that the pandemic had "turbo-charged"（增强） the already yawning （难以逾越的）gap between the rich and the poor.In one sense this should come as no surprise. For decades, the unspoken rule of British politics has been that the asset-rich shall become 3_(rich). Adjusted for inflation(通货膨胀), the value of household wealth has doubled since 1980, but revenue from taxes on wealth has remained more or less stagnant（停滞不前的）.Reforms to capital gains tax（资本利得税的改革） were contemplated（搁置） in the spring by the chancellor, Rishi Sunak, and then 4_(speedy) returned to the back burner. Tax reliefs on savings and investments have gone untouched.Polls have suggested robust (强健的)public support for higher taxes on wealth. This 5_(base) on a justified sense that the gap between the rich and the poor has become too large and 6_ the rich have become richer in recent years.There is also a broad consensus(共识) that the times demand a greater level of government spending for the common good. When it comes to 7_(address) the real terms decline in nurses pay, dealing with the huge crisis in educational attainment(成就), or addressing growing child poverty, the government routinely points to budget constraints（有限）.After 40 years of gains at the top, the case for reforming Britains wealth-related taxes was strong 8_ the pandemic. 9_(give) the huge challenges that 10_ even more unequal post-pandemic Britain will face, it is now surely unarguable（毋庸置疑的）.Keys:1 had affected 2 conclusion 3 richer 4 speedily 5 is based 6 that 7 addressing 8 before 9 Given 10 an