1 . How to gain happiness? Aristotle, a famous Greek philosopher (哲学家), believed that happiness is achieved through the development of certain virtues, stressing a balanced lifestyle.     1    .

Balancing Personal Strengths and Relationships

Aristotle combined virtues like modesty, honesty, and sociability into one principle: balance knowing yourself with getting along with others. Modesty (谦虚) involves recognizing both your true strengths and weaknesses clearly.     2    . Honesty means being true in your expressions. Sociability stresses the necessity of making and keeping friends.

Managing Emotions and Actions

    3    . Aristotle said it’s normal to feel emotions like anger, but the key to happiness is how you handle these feelings. Justice (公平) involves treating others fairly and balancing one’s needs with the needs of others. Strength involves facing fears and carefully considering risks before acting, which helps you achieve your goals confidently.

Practicing Kindness and Tolerance (宽容)

Generosity, tolerance, and grace are virtues that Aristotle considered to be part of kindness. Generosity isn’t just about giving things to others, but also about doing so thoughtfully.     4    . Grace combines a sense of humor with the seriousness required in certain situations, helping to keep a pleasant and supportive presence around others.

    5    . He teaches us that happiness is not just about seeking pleasure or avoiding pain, but about developing a balanced character. By developing these virtues and finding a balance in everything we do, we can lead truly happy and satisfying lives.

A．Aristotle stressed the importance of knowing oneself

B．This principle combines self-control, justice, and strength

C．Such realistic self-view makes you more confident and happier

D．Tolerance involves excusing others’ mistakes while keeping self-respect

E．In short, Aristotle’s approach to happiness is about finding balance in life

F．Here’s a simple explanation of his ideas designed for high school students

G．A person who knows how to be happy needs to develop a balanced sense of justice

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What can be known from the speech?

A．Colors can affect people's mood.

B．Using colors' power is very easy.

C．Light colors help people make better decisions.

2. What color clothes does the speaker suggest during a busy day?

A．Red.

B．Orange.

C．Blue.

3. Which season does yellow put us in mind of?

A．Spring.

B．Summer.

C．Autumn.

3 . If you recognize yourself as someone who often experiences social anxiety and are wondering what steps you can take to reduce the frequency of these experiences, the key lies in being proactive.     1     Thus the focus should be to learn how to deal with them.

    2     By acting as a protective buffer (缓冲物) against disease and psychological disturbance, doing workouts is one reliable way to strengthen your mind. Workouts promote the experience of positive emotions, which in turn helps build us up.

Mindfulness is another superpower that can help restore your mind. If engaging in a regular practice, users can expect a series of positive outcomes. Even 10 minutes a day of mindfulness practice can dramatically improve both physical and psychological functioning. The beauty of mindfulness is that it does not have to be practiced only in a formal way.     3    

Sometimes, in order to reduce the negative effects of anxiety, you might want to look more closely at patterns of thinking. When we consider that the autonomic nervous system is enabled and symptoms of anxiety occur, we interpret an event as being stressful.     4     When this happens, engaging in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be a real game changer. CBT, one of the most effective treatments for mental health problems, is often used as a treatment for anxiety.     5     Useful CBT techniques include writing down thoughts and then gently challenging the truth of them, and learning positive ways such as cognitive reframing (认知重建).

A．However, this may not always be on point.

B．It’s impossible to avoid stressful events, actually.

C．You can experiment with it to make a final decision.

D．Regular exercise benefits both physical and mental health.

E．By building internal resources, we can control stressful events with ease.

F．Rather, it can take many forms, including forest bathing and listening to music.

G．It works by challenging thinking patterns and helping change individuals’ mindsets.

4 . Recognize SAD symptoms (症状)

Season changes affect many people. However, for those with seasonal affective disorder, it deeply influences their mood and energy.     1    , which usually involve a lack of energy, low mood and concentrating difficulty. Kerry McLeod, head of information at the mental health charity Mind, advises speaking to your doctor if you notice a change in feelings, thoughts and behaviour that lasts for over two weeks or keeps returning.

Immerse (沉浸) in the (artificial) light

Richard Navarro, a famous psychotherapist, suggests that a light therapy (治疗) lamp or box could be of great help. She explains that since the 1980s, there’s been quite a bit of research on the effectiveness of light therapy for seasonal depression (沮丧).     2    .       

Take vitamin D

We create vitamin D from UVB rays (through direct sun exposure). While not officially proven, a low concentration of vitamin has been associated with depression.    3    . Chand, who takes a vitamin D supplement, says: “Regardless of whether it’s winter or autumn or not, that has an impact.”

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Don’t abandon your outdoor exercise routine just because of wind or rain (or both). Having the right equipment will definitely make it a better experience. A pair of waterproof trail-running shoes might be a good investment and means you can take on puddles, mud and slippery trails.

Stay connected to others

    5    . But lacking communication socially can be a symptom and a cause of poor mental health, says McLeod. Try to make plans to visit people—and remember that keeping in touch by text or video call is still “a great way to maintain contact and boost your mood”.

A．Take some exercise

B．Connect someone to exercise with

C．Light can be useful in many aspects in life

D．So it’s advisable to take some if you feel low

E．Bad weather can prevent us from seeing people

F．Most has found light can make us happier in bad weather

G．For example, it may cause symptoms that negatively impact daily life

5 . Compassion (同情) literally means “suffering together”. Among many emotion researchers, it is __________ as the feeling that arises when you encounter a person’s suffering and feel motivated to __________ his or her suffering.

Compassion is not the same as empathy (共鸣), though the two concepts are __________. Empathy refers more generally to our ability to feel the __________ of another person, while compassion goes a step beyond and appears when those feelings and thoughts include the desire to __________.

When we feel compassion, our heart rate slows down. Then a chemical is produced in our body and _________ regions of the brain linked to empathy and caregiving light up, which often results in our wanting to __________ other people and offer assistance.

Compassion often comes in two forms, which vary __________ where these feelings are directed. Your experience of compassion may focus on other people, or it may inwardly focus on yourself.

When we __________ compassion, we can start by __________ another person’s situation. We look at what they are __________ without passing judgment on their behavior and put ourselves in their shoes. And then we’ll find ourselves filled with compassion.

Compassion tends to have a __________ impact on our life, ranging from improving our relationships to boosting our psychological __________. One study found that people who volunteer out of concern for others can be as __________ as the receivers. The finding suggests that compassion itself can be a __________ to the givers.

1.

A．applied

B．adjusted

C．advertised

D．defined

2.

A．stay

B．relieve

C．blame

D．tell

3.

A．interesting

B．helpful

C．related

D．typical

4.

A．emotions

B．character

C．tastes

D．spirit

5.

A．quit

B．help

C．learn

D．endure

6.

A．casually

B．oppositely

C．accordingly

D．potentially

7.

A．command

B．avoid

C．consult

D．approach

8.

A．depending on

B．standing for

C．putting off

D．bringing about

9.

A．pretend

B．appreciate

C．practice

D．lose

10.

A．repeating

B．monitoring

C．improving

D．understanding

11.

A．looking for

B．going through

C．showing off

D．breaking up

12.

A．complicated

B．positive

C．standard

D．possible

13.

A．well-being

B．doubt

C．responsibility

D．barrier

14.

A．tolerant

B．friendly

C．generous

D．delighted

15.

A．demand

B．skill

C．reward

D．secret

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How does the woman feel now?

A．Upset.

B．Nervous.

C．Regretful.

2. What happened to the woman?

A．She made some serious mistakes.

B．She quarreled with her parents.

C．She had difficulty in socializing.

3. What does the man think is basic to bridging the generation gap?

A．Respect.

B．Patience.

C．Communication.

7 . It’s natural for people to compare themselves with their peers. Peer pressure is a force that nearly everyone has faced at some point. If it’s not well handled, there might be some destructive consequences.    1     Below are tips on how to deal with peer pressure and avoid making tough decisions that may trigger unfavorable outcomes.

Find positive influence

At any age, it’s beneficial to stay involved with extracurricular activities like sports, music, art, or other hobbies. Team building activities can help increase self-confidence and create a support system that allows an individual to succeed. Additionally, enjoying hobbies and other harmless pastimes like exercising can release feel-good hormones.    2    

Plan ahead

Experiencing peer pressure, especially when in an unfriendly environment, can cause a person to panic and make impulsive decisions.    3     Think of different situations that spark discomfort and think about how to deal with peer pressure. It’s ok to give excuses to avoid making decisions that you may feel are not right for you.

    4    

Positive influences, usually parents or siblings, can teach you how to deal with peer pressure directly. Having a trusted friend, family member, or another resource to call on can relieve some of the everyday life stresses. They can be there to give advice or just support the decisions you’ve made that you feel are right for you.

Convey feelings and emotions

Honesty goes a long way in reducing the harmful effects of peer pressure. Speak to the person or group of people who may be causing feelings of unease or uncertainty and kindly ask them to stop.     5    

A．Talk to a trusted resource.

B．Don’t be afraid to find new groups.

C．Unfortunately, peer pressure is difficult to avoid.

D．Therefore, it’s essential to know how to deal with it.

E．So, it’s best to have a plan that can help map out a response.

F．They can help reduce anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems.

G．It’s ok to distance yourself from those who are not serving you in a positive aspect.

8 . WHY A DOSE OF FEAR IS GOOD FOR YOU

Eleanor Roosevelt once said: “Do one thing every day that scares you.” She was onto something. Science has shown that feeling fear — in the right doses (量) — has several benefits.

·Feeling fear is fun and exciting. Many people scare themselves on purpose.     1    

When you step outside your comfort zone, it is fear that makes you feel alive, which is fun and exciting. The excitement generated can also help reduce depression by increasing adrenaline (肾上腺素), which in turn increases excitement and glucose (changed into energy).     2     A dose of fear is an “eraser” for the mind.

·    3     Being afraid of something can remind you of an area of your life that is limiting you. For instance, if you’re afraid of flying but face the fear and gather up the courage to step on an airplane, you can travel the world. Adding to your experiences means that you’ll create a varied life. You’ll also have fewer regrets.

·Fear makes you aware of what’s really important in life. How often have you said to yourself: “When I have more time, I’ll spend it with my family, pursue my passion, eat healthier or exercise more”? Fear makes you realize that “now” is the only time you have to achieve and follow through what is most important.    4    

Some say where fear meets courage is the sweet spot in which mountains get scaled and rivers are run.       5     We should all embrace our fear. Not the big fears that are life-threatening but the helpful fears that come in small doses.

A．Fear helps you succeed.

B．“Later” is never ensured.

C．Fear allows you to live life to the fullest.

D．They watch scary movies, ride roller coasters or go skydiving.

E．And every time you come through a challenge, you feel empowered.

F．Most of all, fear can be the birth place of change, creativity and innovation.

G．Actually, it’s nearly impossible to be thinking of your worries when you are experiencing fear.

9 . Walter Benjamin, the German philosopher, once noted that boredom was the “dream bird that hatches the egg of experience”. However, the creative flights of fancy which often arise from having little to do are being killed off by social media, researchers argued. Viewing mindlessly through attention-grabbing posts and videos prevents “profound (深层的) boredom” that can drive people on to new passions or skills. Instead, people find themselves in a state of “superficial boredom”, which does not motivate creative thought.

Dr Timothy Hill, leader of the research team at the University of Bath, said, “The problem we observed was that social media can ease superficial boredom. But that also consumes time and energy, and may prevent people progressing to a state of profound boredom, where they might discover new passions. Profound boredom may sound like a negative concept but, in fact, it can be intensely positive if people are given the chance for undisturbed thinking and development.

Researchers interviewed 15 people during the pandemic (流行病), when boredom was more likely because of restrictions. Many described being trapped in regularly daily walks and watching television, with many turning to social media to pass the time. But although the participants said that social media provided a temporary escape from superficial boredom, it also appeared to exacerbate it, leaving them feeling they had wasted their time.

The pandemic was a painful and consuming experience for thousands of less fortunate people. But there are stories of those in lockdown who found new hobbies, careers or directions in life. Switching off devices could help people reach the state of boredom which pushes them on to new hobbies or achievements.

This research has given us a window to understand how the “always-on”, 24/7 culture and devices that promise an abundance of information and entertainment may be fixing our superficial boredom but are actually preventing us from finding more meaningful things.

1. Why are Walter Benjamin’s words mentioned?

A．To call for attention to the research on boredom.

B．To comment on the strategies to face loneliness.

C．To offer advice on developing creative thinking.

D．To clarify the problem caused by social media.

2. Which of the following may Dr Timothy Hill agree?

A．Profound boredom is of value.

B．Social media can fuel passions.

C．The research has some limitations.

D．Creative thought is easily disturbed.

3. What does the underlined word “exacerbate” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?

A．Avoid.	B．Break.
C．Inspire.	D．Worsen.

4. What is a suitable title for the text?

A．Why people enjoy boredom

B．How boredom helps kill time

C．Why being bored may be good for you

D．How social media blocks creative ideas

10 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Mrowwwwl! The cat meowed angrily as she clawed at Jennifer’s arm, drawing a thin line of blood. Just as quickly as she struck out with her claw, the agile (灵活的) orange and-white cat leaped back to her hiding space under Jennifer’s bed. From the Avec underneath the bed, two green eyes produced bright light, staring back out at Jennifer.

Jennifer was starting to feel discouraged in a major way. She was never one for giving up; but it had been sevetal days like this since she adopted the cat—Darla—from the animal shelter, struggling to win over the young cat’s affection through treats and soft and gentle whispers. It was during her summer break, so she had plenty of time to keep trying to win over the animal. But it wasn’t time that was the issue — it was Jennifer’s emotions that were quickly fading.

It had been two years since Jennifer’s beloved brown tabby (斑猫)-Marlin-passed away. She never could quite get over the shock and emptiness which remained in her heart here childlike joy once thrived. Marlin had been Jennifer’s faithful friend and loving companion rough all the pains and trials of growing up. After Marlin died, things were never quite the same again for Jennifer. It was the first real death to pierce Jennifer’s heart and signaled the end of her carefree childhood.

She desperately wanted Darla to love her the way Marlin had and for ee to love Darla just the same; but what was Jennifer supposed to do now? The cut on her arm was all she had to how for her effort. Jennifer sat on the floor, burying her face in her hands, and her body trembled as she softly began to cry.

注意:1续写词数应为150左右
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答

After a few minutes, Jennifer noticed a strange feeling - fur.

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Jennifer then reached out her hand toward the cat.

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