根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容,從短文后的選項中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項多余選項。
It’s not news that we spend more time than ever texting and online.1 Yes, that’s right: a 2010 study shows that more teens are reading good old-fashioned, ink-on-paper books.
Reading is a good way to discover the next big thing and to learn a little more about yourself while you’re at it.2 Here are some tips.
Start with your interests
Reading on your own isn’t like reading for school. You can pick something that’s all about your interests, whether it’s ancient martial arts, computers, or fashion design.
Reading the blurbs(簡介)
The reviews and quotes on the back and inside covers of many books are called “blurbs”. 3if you find a book you really like, take a minute to read the quotes(if there are any) and see which authors praised the book. Often, they’ll have similar styles and you might find you like books by those authors too.
Ask an expert
4 Explain your interests--- rock stars, sports teams, historical events, humors, whatever you’re into—and any writers you like, and your librarian can point you toward books that you’ll love.
Finally, you’ll probably enjoy what you’re reading a lot more if you find a quiet place and make time for the book.5 You can put on some good music(ideally without lyrics), get yourself some tea and a comfy spot, and let yourself be carried away by the book.
You’ll see that time does fly when you are reading something you love!
A.Join a group with your friends and people you trust.
B.But do you know how to pick a book you’ll really like?
C.But did you know that we also spend more time reading?
D.Your local library can hook you up with a whole lot of great book ideas.
E. What was your mother’s favorite book when she was your age or your dad’s?
F. We all multitask, but most reading is best enjoyed when you can concentrate and focus on it.
G. They give you an idea of what the book is about, and can also help you pick future books too.

小題1:C
小題2:B
小題3:G
小題4:D
小題5:F

試題分析:本文講了閱讀是一種發(fā)現(xiàn)新鮮事物和了解自我的很好的方法,作者針對如何選擇自己喜歡的書給出了一些建議。
小題1:根據(jù)Yes, that’s right: a 2010 study shows that more teens are reading good old-fashioned, ink-on-paper books,故選C。
小題2:根據(jù)Here are some tips. Start with your interests, Reading the blurbs(簡介), Ask an expert,故選B。
小題3:根據(jù)The reviews and quotes on the back and inside covers of many books are called “blurbs”.故選G。
小題4:根據(jù)Explain your interests--- rock stars, sports teams, historical events, humors, whatever you’re into—and any writers you like, and your librarian can point you toward books that you’ll love.故選D。
小題5:根據(jù)You can put on some good music(ideally without lyrics), get yourself some tea and a comfy spot, and let yourself be carried away by the book.故選F。
點評:在答題中,應(yīng)首先略讀一下對話,了解一下對話的大致意思,然后把幾個選項含義理解透,尤其注意意思相近,表達有交叉的選項之間的區(qū)別。然后再細讀短文,把答案填入合適位置。答題時可以把含義相近的幾個選項輪流填入同一處位置,反復(fù)閱讀,反復(fù)體會,找出最佳選項,對于實在沒有把握的小題可以留待最后完成。完成短文后,再認真通讀一遍全文,看看上下語意是否通順,是否符合邏輯關(guān)系。
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