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1、阅读七选五专练(二)A(2017湖南十三校第一次联考)Every culture has its own unwritten list of behavior that is acceptable. Every society also has its taboos, or types of behavior that are considered a violation of good manners.The word taboo comes from the Tongan language and is used in modern English to describe verbal a
2、nd nonverbal behavior that is forbidden or to be avoided. _1_ They tend to be specific to a culture or country, and usually form around a groups values and beliefs. What is considered acceptable behavior in one country may be a serious taboo in another.Verbal taboos usually involve topics that peopl
3、e believe are too private to talk about publicly, or relate to ones manner of speaking. In many cultures, for example, it is considered bad manners to discuss subjects such as sex or religion in public. In some countries, too much volume of ones voice may annoy people. _2_3_ For example, one of the
4、biggest differences among many Western, Asian, and African cultures is the use of eye contact. In the US., people make eye contact when they talk to others. _4_ In many Asian and African cultures, however, children are taught to lower their eyes when talking to their elders, or those of higher rank,
5、 as a way to show respect.Certain gestures made with the hands can have very different meanings depending on the country you are in. Crossing your middle finger over your forefinger is the sign for good luck in many Western countries. _5_ Also, in some Asian countries, moving your hands a lot while
6、talking, or “talking with your hands”， is considered unsuitable.Behavior that is acceptable and nonoffensive in one culture can be highly offensive in another. When visiting a foreign country, be aware of some of the basic differences, as this will help to ensure a more enjoyable trip.ANonverbal tab
7、oos usually relate to body language.BIn Vietnam and Argentina, however, it is a rude gesture.CIn spite of what some people may think, taboos are not universal.DCancer is a taboo subject and people are frightened to talk openly about it.ELearn a countrys customs so that you dont hurt the local people
8、 unconsciously.FThey might think that someone who is speaking or laughing loudly is rude or aggressive.GIf a person avoids eye contact, others might think they are being dishonest or unconfident.体裁：说明文题材：社会文化主题：不同国家的习俗禁忌【语篇导读】本文主要讲不同国家习俗方面的禁忌，以及肢体语言、手势语的不同运用。1解析：C上句是对taboo的定义，下句讲对于一个国家或一种文化而言它们往往是具体
9、的，通常是围绕着一个团体的价值观和信仰而形成的。由此可以推断，C项(尽管一些人可能这样认为，但禁忌不是通用的)符合语境，起到承上启下的作用。故选C项。2解析：F本段主要讲一些人对禁忌的看法，比如一些私人问题不能在公共场合谈论等。根据设空前一句中的too much volume of ones voice may annoy people可知，在一些国家，说话声音太大会惹恼别人，F项(他们可能认为大声说笑是粗鲁的或充满挑衅的)正好是对上一句的解析。故选F项。3解析：A根据设空后一句中的eye contact可知，本段主要讲眼神接触在不同文化中有不同的要求。眼神接触属于肢体语言，故A项(非语言禁忌
10、通常和肢体语言有关)符合语境。4解析：G本段讲的是眼神接触的作用，根据关键词eye contact可知，G项与该段主题一致，故选G项。5解析：B本段介绍手势语在不同国家的含义。上一句介绍了把中指和食指交叠起来，在很多西方国家意味着好运。下文应该介绍其他国家对此不同的理解，B项“然而在越南和阿根廷，这是一个粗鲁的手势”符合语境，故选B项。B(2017山西八校第一次联考)Selfconfident people face their fears headon and they know that no matter what obstacles come their way, they have
11、the ability to get past them. Wouldnt it be amazing to have this kind of selfconfidence? Guess what? You can. _6_Stay away from negativity._7_ This is a tough one, but its time to seriously consider getting away from those individuals who put you down and shred your confidence. Even a temporary brea
12、k from Debbie Downer can make a huge difference and help you move toward more selfconfidence.Be positive.Put some positive enthusiasm into your interactions with others and hit the ground running, excited to begin your next project. _8_ Instead, begin to focus on solutions and making positive change
13、s.Dont accept failure.Never give up. Never accept failure and get rid of the negative voices in your head. There is a solution to everything. _9_ Make this your new mantra (真言). Succeeding in a difficult or unpleasant situation is a huge confidence booster (激励)_10_Learn everything there is to know a
14、bout your field, job, presentation whatever is next on your “to conquer” list. If you are prepared, and have the knowledge to back it up, your selfconfidence will rise very quickly.ABe prepared.BCreate a great list.CGet out of your comfort zone.DStop focusing on the problems in your life.ETherefore,
15、 why would you want to stop trying?FHeres how you can learn to be confident of all you do.GEvaluate your inner circle, including friends and family.【解题导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了提高自信的一些方法。6解析：F根据空前的“Wouldnt it be amazing to have this kind of selfconfidence? Guess what? You can”及下文罗列的内容可知，此处需填一个起承上启下的作用的句子，故F项
16、“这是你可以学会对你所做的所有事情感到自信的方法”符合语境。7解析：G根据小标题“Stay away from negativity”以及G项中的“friends and family”与空后句子中的“those individuals”的对应关系可知，G项符合语境。8解析：D根据小标题“Be positive”及空后的“Instead, begin to focus on solutions and making positive changes”可知，空处所填内容与其后面的内容之间存在转折关系，故D项“不要再关注你生活中的问题”符合语境。9解析：E根据空前的“Never give up. Never accept failure
