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备战2024年高考英语名校模拟真题速递(新高考专用)第一期专题03 七选五10篇（2023·湖北·开滦第二中学校考模拟预测）4 Traits to Look for in a Great Home Security SystemWhen it comes to choosing a system to secure your home, you want to be sure that you are making the best decision possible. There are many different home security systems on the market. 1 We give a list of the top 4 traits to look for in a great home security system. 2 There are many different systems on the market, and not all of them are created equal. When you are looking for a home security system, you want to be sure that you are choosing a system with a good reputation. It needs to have 24-hour monitoring. Especially if you are constantly traveling, using your home as a vacation rental, or are at risk of a medical emergency, it is important that your home security system offers 24-hour monitoring. 3 It must have smart home capabilities. Nowadays, it is not enough to just have a home security system that protects your property. 4 This way, you can control all of your devices from one central location and receive alerts if something goes wrong. It should be affordable. It is certain that you want to make sure that you buy a system of high quality. 5 There are many different home security systems on the market. Be sure to compare the features and benefits of each system to find the one that fits your budget.AIt should have a good reputation.BSo how do you know which one is right for you?CBut what should you do to protect your possessions?DIt should be the one with the highest quality in the market.EBut you also want to be sure that the system you choose is affordable.FThis means that even if you are not at home, someone will always protect your home.GYour system should also be able to be combined with your other smart home devices.（2023春·云南昆明·高三云南师大附中校考阶段练习）Meat is an indispensable part of Chinese cuisine. But not everyone is fond of eating meat. 6 As early as the Tang Dynasty(618-907), compassionate people invented “mock meat” from tofu and vegetables, a tradition that has lasted until the present day. Now, people who want to cut down on cholesterol, reduce their carbon footprint or express sympathy for animals may have found some answers from plant-based meat. Plant-based meat is commonly used in many foods and the most popular case can be found in veggie burgers, whose “meat” part is often made from ingredients such as beans, nuts, grains and mushrooms If you tried veggie burgers years ago and thought them as rubbery, flavourless, its a good time to give them another chance. 7 It is even more real and delicious than you can imagine. 8 Many meatless manufacturers dont reveal their total emission, but research shows they do generate much fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to their meat equivalence. One study found that making a Beyond Burger, a veggie burger, uses 99 percent less water, 93 percent less land, and nearly 50 percent less energy. More and more people are looking to limit their meat consumption. A lot of research supports the idea that a plant-based diet can boost your health, decrease the risk of heart disease, type II diabetes and certain cancers, and help you stay at a healthy weight. 9 Physical and economic benefits have drawn companies and manufacturers to devote themselves to the plant-based meat industry. But it is not so easy as we expect. 10 They are patiently planning to increase their employee count, purchase manufacturing facilities, and expand their sales and distribution channels. Despite these challenges, the plant-based industry is continuing to grow rapidly and many in the industry are optimistic about the future.ADoubts have been raised over food safety issues.BOld habits die hard and it takes time to accept new things.CPopularity goes with reducing negative environmental impacts.DPlant-based meat industry will soon substitute the traditional one.EIt can even lengthen your life and be good for your mental health.FNewer varieties mock the look, flavor, and texture of the real thing.GPeoples reasons for not eating meat are as varied as people themselves.（2023·湖南娄底·统考模拟预测）University life is full of fun and experiences. But to make learning much more enjoyable, you should follow certain steps that will help you out in keeping your stress level down and having the most of the fun in the university. Always get involved in the events. Doing something every day is very important not only in the university life but also in the practical life. 11 Be active and smart. Join the societies, which will help you develop personality and increase your confidence. Always show up. Showing people that you are there with them and always will be. Offer help to everybody, In this way more people will know you and you will be able to wipe off your fear of social interaction. 12 Make as many friends as possible. Dont restrict yourself in making friends; it will help increase your knowledge. You will learn a lot about different cultures and this will help you with your practical life too. By communicating with different people you ll learn different interesting aspects of their lives. 13 If you keep thinking all the time about future, you will end up being depressed. You start losing your focus and begin to worry about less important things. 14 Release your stress and be present-focused. It will greatly help you in accomplishing your goals and achieving happiness. Keep a balance. 15 Being extreme in one field might bring astonishing results, but this will affect other aspects of your life. Keep a balance between short-term goals and long-term benefits. This will help you in achieving a perfect and enjoyable life.ADo not waste time doing nothing.BJust relax and stop thinking about the future.CNever move towards the extreme and try living an average life.DBe present-focused.ESome students may like to have many friends and enjoy a party lifestyle.FThe more people you know, the easier it will be for you to walk around without being shy.GNobody cares if you miss class, dont eat properly, nor dont go to a party.（2023秋·贵州贵阳·高三统考开学考试）Getting along with others is all about understanding, empathy, and respect. Let me share a few tips with you. Be a good listener. 16 . Show genuine interest in what they have to say and ask follow-up questions. This helps them feel valued and understood. Be open-minded. Accept that everyone is different and has their own perspectives and beliefs. Try to be understanding and tolerant, even if you disagree with someone. 17 . 18 . Celebrate your friends successes and be there for them during challenging times. Offer a helping hand or a listening ear when needed. Showing kindness and support strengthens your bond with others and makes them feel comfortable around you. Be respectful of boundaries. Everyone has their personal space and limits. Its important to recognize and honor them. 19 . Treat them with kindness and avoid judgment. 20 Discover shared hobbies, activities, or passions with your friends. Engaging in activities together creates a sense of friendship and strengthens your connection. It also provides opportunities for meaningful conversations and shared experiences. Remember, building strong friendships takes time and effort. Its essential to invest in meaningful conversations, demonstrate kindness, and show genuine care for others. By following these tips, youll find it easier to get along with your friends and create lasting bonds of friendship.ABe friendlyBBe supportiveCFind common interestsDRespect others opinions, choices, and privacyEWhen someone is talking, tell them about yourselfFWhen someone is talking, give them your full attentionGThis creates a more harmonious atmosphere and encourages people to be themselves（2023·云南·云南师大附中校考模拟预测）How to Overcome FearEveryone experiences fear sometimes. Fear can actually help keep you safe by alerting you to potentially dangerous situations. 21 Fortunately, there are things you can do to address your fears and minimize the impact it has on you. 22 . It is quite normal to fear. However, when fears begin to take over your life and affect your functioning, they become a problem. Reflect on your fears and notice how much they affect your life. Realize that its okay to have fears. Fear is an adaptive function that prolongs our lives. Fear triggers a “fight-or-flight” response, which readies our bodies to take action in order to protect ourselves. Understand your triggers. Is it something obvious, like the sight of a snake on a trail? Figure out everything that triggers your fear. 23 .Imagine the outcome you desire. Now that you better understand your fear, think about what exactly you want to change. 24 . How do you feel? Practice engaging with the fear. The power to label your emotions is beneficial for self-understanding and emotional intelligence. Make your fear a source of fascination. Try to re-frame your fear in a positive light and acknowledge the thrill it can offer. When you start seeing fear as a source of energy, you might even embrace its role in your life. 25 . Once the discomfort of the initial wave of fear passes, examine it more closely to see what you can learn.AHowever, there are times when fear runs overwhelming and disturbs your daily lifeBStart seeing fear as an opportunityCRecognize when fears become overwhelmingDThe more you can know about your fear, the betterEThink about yourself experiencing life without your fearFFigure out exactly what power your fear has over your mind and behaviorGAcknowledge what comes up with no attachment to “good” or “bad”（2023秋·广东·高三校联考阶段练习）The Malaysian night market is based on a concept of open-air shopping where street vendors (小贩) take over a designated street to set up stalls. The night market is the place where you can hang around the stalls, pick up some items and enjoy the smell of local foods.Each night market comprises a different combination of stalls. 26 Hence, there is always something new and exciting to look forward to at each visit. You can even be addicted to the treasure hunt of the antique kind which can be found in some night markets.The night markets are typically from 5 p. m. till 10:30 p. m. You can buy anything from night markets, be it groceries, clothing, good local food, hot snacks, household items, fresh produce, and even the latest styles. By around 6 p. m, the market is in full swing as the first groups of people sweep in. For those who cook, there is stall upon stall selling fresh seafood, meat products, and a limitless variety of vegetables. 27 .It is no secret that all - night markets share a common treasure- tasty street cuisine. 28 Thirst-quenchers like the ever-popular soybean drink and sugarcane juice are a permanent feature here. 29 It is not a place for the faint-hearted or the gentle, but to many, they are fun and thrilling places to explore. It is truly an exciting experience and a feast for the eyes on a tropical night out. The atmosphere is almost festive. 30 .AYour curiosity will be satisfied here.BThere is so much to see, buy and eat.CPeople would complain about the noises here.DNoisy crowds are the hallmark of the night market.EIt would be a regret not to try on mouth-watering local dishes.FNew items are constantly being added on in line with current trends.GDried and preserved items such as dried shrimp and salted eggs are available here too.（2023秋·广东湛江·高三湛江一中校考开学考试）Desertification, the process by which fertile (肥沃的) land becomes desert, has severe impacts on food production and is worsened by climate change. 31 Africas Great Green Wall is a project to build an 8,000- kilometre-long forest across 11 of the continent s countries. The project is meant to contain the growing Sahara Desert and fight climate change. 32 They include limited political support, lack of money, weak organizational structures, and not enough consideration for the environment. Just 4 million hectares (公顷) of land have been turned into forest since work on the Green Wall began 15 years ago. 33 First proposed in 2005, the project aims to plant a forest from Senegal on the Atlantic Ocean in western Africa to Eritrea, Ethiopia and Djibouti in the east. 34 It could also reduce levels of climate-related migration in the area and capture hundreds of millions of tons of carbon dioxide from the air. Several countries have struggled to keep up with the demands of the project. 35 Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Sudan have all expanded their efforts. Ethiopia is producing 5.5 billion seedlings leading to thousands of hectares of restored land. Efforts in Eritrea and Sudan have also resulted in nearly 140,000 hectares of newly planted forest. The U. N. desertification agency says the project will need to plant an average of 8.2 million hectares yearly to reach its goal of 100 million hectares by 2030ABut the project faces many problems.BThat is only 4 percent of the programmes goal.CHowever, it is difficult to work on the Great Green Wall.DA quarter of Africa is under threat of food shortage.ESome progress has been made in recent years in the east of the continent.FSupporters hope that the project will create millions of green jobs in rural Africa.GThe U.N. says up to 45 percent of Africas land is impacted by desertification, worse than any other continent.（2023·四川·校考模拟预测）Adopting a pet is rapidly becoming the preferred option for many people wanting to add an animal companion. Its true that many people are happy to part with thousands of dollars for purebred(纯种的)dogs and cats. 36 Homeless animals can make wonderful pets. People often assume that dogs and cats end up in shelters because theyre unwanted or badly behaved. There are many reasons owners may need to re-home their pet-divorce, hospitalization, or the time and money needed to care for a dog. 37 Adult animals have benefits. Shelters have a wide range of potential pets and there are many benefits from adopting a more mature dog or cat. Not starting from scratch helps avoid much of the craziness and mess associated with puppies. They will already be vaccinated, so you will have fewer start-up costs. 38 A young animals behaviour may still be developing, whereas an older animals personality and behaviour should be evident, so no surprises. 39 You should only adopt a dog or cat from a trusted shelter or rescue group. Ethical establishments will have a behavioral trainer to assess the character of every dog and cat. The staff should ask you lots of questions to recommend the most suitable pet. Ongoin