1 . Do you think you need to shout at yourself to force yourself to finish your homework? If so, think again.    1     Research shows that practicing self-compassion (自我关怀) improves our mental and physical well-being and supports long-term success.

Self-compassion is the practice of being kind and supportive to ourselves. The opposite is being self-critical and mean to ourselves when we make a mistake.     2     These negative responses are related to depression, stress and reduced quality of life.

A 2017 study found people who practice self-compassion tend to handle stress better. Their bodies have less of a stress response when, for example, they meet with difficulties at work or school.     3     Let’s say they do poorly on a geometry test. Self-compassion helps them use the experience to make changes going forward, like seeking out a math tutor.

    4     We can start with mindfulness. First of all, practice observing our thoughts — are they understanding or critical? Don’t judge ourselves too severely then. Rather than getting caught up in how we could have done better, forgive ourselves and think about what to change while remaining respectful, and loving to ourselves.     5     We can read a novel, play a musical instrument or kick around a soccer ball with friends.

With practice, we can learn to treat ourselves with kindness and unconditional love — not tough love.

A．So how do we develop self-compassion?

B．It may be more effective to be kind to yourself.

C．It includes letting go of your strict self-criticism.

D．Mindfulness is the key to practicing self-compassion.

E．But this approach does not make us feel or perform better.

F．They have more confidence to look for areas where they can improve.

G．Also, show ourselves kindness in ways that nourish (滋养) our spirit and body.

2 . How to deal with frustration

From time to time terrible things occur. When something awful happens in our life, we always feel sorry for ourselves and it is natural to fall into a negative feeling of frustration.

    1     In this post, we will share some approaches that will help relieve your frustration in a positive manner where you can subsequently learn and grow.

When you feel frustrated by life it can be hard to feel thankful for the blessings in your life.     2     Numerous studies in positive psychology show that having an attitude of gratitude is the number one indicator of life satisfaction and happiness.

    3     Every day you can try to list three good things in your life you are grateful for. By doing so you will be surprised how much this decreases your feelings of frustration.

Another lesson of positive psychology is that your own problems are often relieved when you make an effort to help others. When you’re volunteering your time, doing random acts of kindness, or simply trying to make a positive difference in the lives of others, your brain will produce more dopamine(多巴胺), which gives you a sense of pleasure.     4    

Finally, I am sure you have heard the old saying, “    5    ” This old saying has lasted for so long because it is true. You may envy what other people seem to have, but you do not know what they are going through. So, if you want to stop feeling sorry for yourself, you need to only compare yourself to yourself. Stop envying what you believe other people have and learn to be happy with the things you do have in life.

A．Don’t judge a book by its cover.

B．The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.

C．But that is when you need to feel grateful the most.

D．You should set aside some “me time” to rest and restore.

E．It hurts us and keeps us from making the proper decisions.

F．You can actually relieve your own frustration by doing others a favor.

G．The most practical way to feel grateful is to start a gratitude journal.

3 . Childhood should be full of friends, play, and happiness. But when children are _________ and without their peer group, they may _________ a helping hand to get back on track. That’s why schools in India are teaching _________.

Actually, it is important to _________ kids to be resilient (有弹力的). They needed a(n) _________ that could train students to identify emotions and ways to channel them.

The happiness course was _________ started by the Indian government in 2018. It _________ mental health, well-being. It also encouraged _________ peer connections for elementary school children. The course included storytelling and teamwork activities.

“The happiness course is a(n)_________, and schools should welcome it. The objectives include developing self-awareness, mindfulness, critical thinking, and helping children __________ life skills to deal with stress,” said Shikha Banerjee, the principal of the Seth Anandram Jaipuria School in Kanpur.

“Mindfulness is the cornerstone of the happiness course and its biggest __________ is that every day 1.6 million children in Delhi start their studies in school with mindfulness. It has __________ as a turning point in the lives of students studying in Delhi schools and has relieved (缓解) children from stress and __________ their focus in studies,” deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia said during the Mindful Education Awards 2021 program.

The award is an initiative to __________ the efforts of schools in creating a mentally and physically healthy __________ for the development of children through teaching mindfulness.

1.

A．sad

B．afraid

C．lonely

D．angry

2.

A．need

B．offer

C．lend

D．give

3.

A．lessons

B．happiness

C．standard

D．subjects

4.

A．allow

B．persuade

C．train

D．direct

5.

A．ability

B．chance

C．guide

D．course

6.

A．gradually

B．originally

C．finally

D．specially

7.

A．focused on

B．depended on

C．stuck to

D．consisted of

8.

A．classic

B．typical

C．various

D．positive

9.

A．example

B．surprise

C．success

D．conclusion

10.

A．apply

B．practice

C．contain

D．adapt

11.

A．desire

B．image

C．concern

D．beauty

12.

A．hosted

B．acted

C．come

D．put

13.

A．limited

B．located

C．distracted

D．increased

14.

A．recognize

B．measure

C．advocate

D．confirm

15.

A．phenomenon

B．environment

C．qualification

D．relationship

4 . Gravy started working as a comfort dog at Grand Ledge High School in Michigan in September. She showed off tricks in the hallways with her handler (驯兽员), Capra, and made students laugh aloud. When students learned that Gravy’s first birthday fell just before Thanksgiving break, they asked Capra if they could throw a party. Capra said sure, thinking there wouldn’t be many people interested. However, on the big day, there were several hundred students in this gym.

The pandemic (大流行病) has been hard on students across the United States. Many young people experienced loneliness and the loss of loved ones. To solve the problem, schools have hired social workers and increased the number of their social-emotional learning classes.In some cases, they bought dogs.

Undoubtedly, the dogs make kids happy.“He’s kind of like a rock star; when the kids see him coming, they smile,“ said Traci Souva, an art teacher at North Huron Schools who trains Chipper, another comfort dog. “A lot of times the kids will tell Chipper what’s wrong rather than adults, and that’s pretty amazing.”

There are possible blemishes of having dogs in school. These include cleanliness, and student fears. But school officials say these are all manageable. The dogs are highly trained and always with a handler, so no student is forced to communicate with the dogs if they don’t want to.

Since the pandemic, demand for trained dogs in schools“has just increased,“ said Nikki Brown, a dog trainer and the director of Canines for Change, a nonprofit that trains dogs for work in schools. Over the last year, her organization has provided dogs to at least seven areas in Michigan, including Grand Ledge. “The dogs are highly trained to be in a school environment,” she added.“They are trained to work with kids with emotional problems. They sense stress. By the dogs’ behaviour they might warn a teacher of a kid who is struggling emotionally.“

1. Which of the following best describes Gravy as a comfort dog?

A．Tricky.

B．Popular.

C．Humorous.

D．Caring.

2. What does the underlined word“blemishes” mean in paragraph 4?

A．Requirements.

B．Disadvantages.

C．Influences.

D．Suggestions.

3. What can we infer from Nikki Brown’s words?

A．Working on campus brings a lot of pressure to dogs.

B．There is a high global market demand for trained dogs.

C．School environment can affect dogs’ behaviour greatly.

D．The dogs have the ability to notice students’ mental illness.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．How dogs relieve students’ mental problems

B．How dogs ensure students’ safety on campus

C．How dogs enrich students’ after-school activities

D．How dogs develop students’ sense of responsibility

5 . 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。

One sunny day, I drove to the airport and was waiting to pick up a friend. That day I had one of those experiences that change people’s lives.

It happened just two feet away from me. I was sitting on a bench and looked around the big waiting hall. Just then I noticed a man, carrying two bags, coming toward me. He stopped next to me. There stood his family, the wife and three lovely kids. He greeted them, with a big smile on his face.

First of all, he laid down his bag and came closer to his younger son (about six years old). They gave each other a warm, loving hug. Then the father looked in his son’s eyes with words, “I missed you so much. It’s so good to see you, son!” The boy smiled and said, “Me too, dad.”

Then the man talked to his older son (nine or ten years old). “Oh, you are quite the young man. I love you very much!” and cupped his face. Then they had the most tender hug too.

Afterwards the father said, “Hi, baby girl” to his baby daughter. She was moving excitedly in her mother’s arm and watching her returning father all the time. The man gently took his little daughter, quickly kissed her face all over and then held her close to his chest. The little girl laid her head on his shoulder in pure contentment.

After several moments, the man put down the baby daughter slowly. He turned to his wife and looked at her gently and said, “I’ve saved the best for last.” He shared with her the most passionate kiss. They stared at each other, having big smiles. They reminded(使想起) me of newlyweds(新婚夫妇).

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。

Suddenly, I heard myself asking, “Wow, how long have you been married?”

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I was shocked, as I imagined that he had been gone for several weeks at least.

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6 . Dear Dale,

I have a crush (喜欢) on a girl in my class, but I haven’t told her. I know being at high school isn’t the best time to start a relationship, but I can’t_________ myself.

Li

Dear Li,

Being a(n)_________is normally the time when we begin to think about_________,   and everyone always remembers their first_________.

However, there are a few things you should_________.

First, you must remember that a senior student’s top priority is to study as _________as possible. This means that if two students were to_________a relationship with one another, they may get distracted (分散注意力) from their _________.

And _________it might be nice to have a boyfriend or girlfriend to __________your life with, high school relationships don’t normally__________forever—your final grade will, __________

Second, you should consider your school’s __________. Many schools don’t allow their students to have relationships, so keep that in__________.

That said, there’s no__________that you can’t make friends with a person you have a crush on. __________, the other girl or boy may not even feel the same way about you—but that doesn’t mean you can’t be good__________.

In the meantime, __________on your studies more than your love life—at least until you graduate from senior high school.

It may seem like you have no__________to do what you want right now. But once all the hard work of being a senior is over, you'll be free to__________whoever you like.

Dale

1.

A．complain

B．control

C．forgive

D．decide

2.

A．adult

B．man

C．teenager

D．boy

3.

A．friendship

B．romance

C．feelings

D．favour

4.

A．lesson

B．friend

C．love

D．school

5.

A．consider

B．worry

C．avoid

D．present

6.

A．easily

B．freely

C．smoothly

D．hard

7.

A．end

B．permit

C．perform

D．develop

8.

A．schoolwork

B．relation

C．situation

D．trouble

9.

A．when

B．while

C．unless

D．since

10.

A．tell

B．relate

C．share

D．connect

11.

A．prove

B．last

C．reach

D．achieve

12.

A．however

B．but

C．therefore

D．still

13.

A．rules

B．requests

C．demands

D．situations

14.

A．record

B．line

C．mind

D．diary

15.

A．doubt

B．study

C．report

D．reason

16.

A．Above all

B．After all

C．In all

D．First of all

17.

A．friends

B．lovers

C．students

D．schoolmates

18.

A．rely

B．decide

C．judge

D．focus

19.

A．right

B．room

C．freedom

D．time

20.

A．battle

B．tolerate

C．accept

D．date