1 . Increasing your reading speed is a journey that combines technique, practice, and a patient mindset. By following these strategies, you’ll improve your reading speed.

Active reading

Active reading involves engaging with the material rather than passively absorbing words. Techniques such as underlining key phrases, quickly taking down notes in the margin (页边空白) and asking questions about the content can significantly enhance your reading speed.     1    .

Expand your peripheral vision (周边视觉)

A substantial portion of reading involves the movement of your eyes across lines of text. By expanding your peripheral vision, you can take in more words with each glance. Practice widening your focus to capture groups of words rather than focusing on one word at a time.     2    .

Get rid of subvocalisation (默读)

Subvocalisation, or the habit of pronouncing each word in your head as you read, can be a major obstruction to reading speed. Subvocalisation is a natural part of early reading development.     3    . Train your mind to get rid of this inner voice by consciously focusing on visualising concepts and ideas rather than saying each word internally. This change can lead to a fast reading experience.

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Like any skill, increasing your reading speed requires consistent practice. Mix up your reading materials to expose yourself to various writing styles and subjects. Whether it’s fiction, non-fiction, academic articles or industry reports, diversifying your reading content enhances your adaptability and speed in processing different types of information.

    5    . Gradually increase the complexity and length of the material, challenging your brain to read faster while maintaining comprehension. This intentional and varied practice is key to training your newfound speed-reading skills.

A．Practice regularly

B．Efficient reading

C．However, it can delay progress as you strive to read faster

D．Set aside dedicated time each day for focused reading practice

E．These actions force your brain to get information more efficiently

F．This adjustment can lead to a significant increase in reading speed

G．This allows your brain to process information without the inner voice

2 .

			The Mysteries of the Universe: Discover the best-kept secrets of space (DK Children’s Anthologies) Hardcover-International Edition September 1,2020 by Will Gater (Author) ★★★★★4,045 ratings Part of: DK Children’s Anthologies (5 books) Editors’ pick Best Nonfiction for Kids See all formats and editions
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It celebrates your children’s curiosity as they: -Explore beautiful illustrations and incredible photography that showcase the mysteries of space. -Reveal engaging storybook-style descriptions that explain key discoveries about the universe. This space encyclopedia is the perfect combination of storybook-style text with out-of-this-world illustrations. Compared with reading alone, reading the book with family doubles the pleasure as family ties are strengthened through exploring the unknown together. Explore the vastness of space whilst uncovering: -Excellent Jacket Detail: gold book cover& luxury metallic gold edges -Striking photography& illustrations inside -A quality gift to be passed down through the generations More in the Series The Mysteries of the Universe is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and cultivate your children’s curiosity as they explore the natural world with Wonders of Nature or let them walk with the dinosaurs with Intriguing Animals.

1. The Mysteries of the Universe is a book that _______.

A．uncovers secrets of natural world and animals.

B．describes a story happening in the outer space.

C．offers information about over 100 objects of the universe.

D．provides close-up pictures of people and objects around children.

2. According to the passage, which of the information about the book is TRUE?

A．The book has been graded by over 4000 people.

B．The book is currently qualified for free shipping.

C．The book can be obtained second-hand with the lowest price of $12.29.

D．The book belongs to a series, all books of which explore the mysteries of outer space.

3. Where do you think the passage is taken from?

A．A brochure.

B．A textbook.

C．A report.

D．A website.

3 . For a long time, I kept a selection of books on a shelf next to my bed that I called my “heart books”. To qualify for a place on the shelf, a book had to be not only one I loved, but one that mattered. There was one book that never made it onto that shelf, though I read it in high school: Writing Down the Bones by Natalie Goldberg.

I can still remember the day I bought it. It was summer and I must have been 14 or 15. Desperate to get out of my house, I rode my bike into town and walked into the bookstore. I was going through the shelf of books on writing and it caught my eye. I picked it up, read a few pages, and bought it. Then I took it with me to a park, read the first few chapters, and opened my notebook to write.

It’s a fairly straightforward writing book. Goldberg’s method is simple: you choose a topic, set a timer, and write for 10, 15, or 20 minutes without picking up your pen. Free writing, timed writing, writing topics: anyone who has taken a creative writing class may have encountered these things. It’s not earth-shattering. There was nothing particularly new or unusual about the book so I can’t say why it attracted me so much. But it changed everything. I went from being someone who enjoyed writing to being a writer.

During my teen years and early twenties, following Goldberg’s method was at the core of my identity. No matter where I was or what I was doing, I filled notebooks. When I eventually started writing fiction, I did the same thing. The “I” in my notebooks became someone else, but I held to the same practice.

This writing practice led me to a writing group in Boston. It led me to my current career. It led me, in so many ways, to myself. Becoming a writer allowed me to become so many other things: an activist, a business owner, a farmer, a baker. . . Writing is where I found my confidence. It was where I became curious about the world. From that, everything else has followed.

1. How did the author encounter Writing Down the Bones?

A．By following a selection of “heart books”.

B．By referring to a book list about writing.

C．By recommendation of Natalie Goldberg.

D．By seeking writing books on a bookshelf.

2. What does the word “earth-shattering” underlined in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Remarkable.

B．Useful.

C．Controversial.

D．Amusing.

3. What can we infer about Writing Down the Bones?

A．It inspired the author to be a writer.

B．It was the first novel the author read.

C．It made the author start to love writing.

D．It is one of the books the author reads most.

4. Which of the following is answered by the last paragraph?

A．What is the author’s life like right now?

B．What did the author do in the writing group?

C．How has the writing practice shaped the author?

D．Why did the author give up the writing practice?

4 . Four Good Books to Help You Relax

Most of you may sometimes feel stressful in your daily life. Therefore, it is necessary for you to relax yourself. Apart from your friends, family members, or colleagues, good books can also bring you relaxation.

There and Back: Photographs from the Edge, by Jimmy Chin

Enjoy breathtaking pictures and the stories behind them from Jimmy Chin, Oscar-winning director of Free Solo and National Geographic. The adventure photographer takes you from Tibet to Antarctica. It’s the perfect way to explore places you probably never imagined you’ll go to and meet people you’ve never had the chance to meet without ever leaving your home.

Where the Crawdads Sing, by Delia Owens

Based in part on her about 20 years’ researching lion groups in Africa. Delia Owens tells the story of Kya Clark, the “Marsh Girl” of North Carolina. who comes to the remote (偏远的) wild after experiencing a difficult childhood. She has made herself at home in the natural world and grows up there. This is a shocking but beautiful story in the human and natural world.

The Dogist, by Elias Weiss Friedman

We have already known that our four-legged friends are the perfect company when we need to relax ourselves. However, sometimes it may happen that we just can’t have them near by. For those times, look through this wonderful photo book. Each photo of a sweet dog will be sure to turn around a difficult day.

Tender at the Bone, by Ruth Reichl

This heartwarming book from well-known food writer Ruth Reichl brings readers into the kitchens of her childhood, where her love for cooking and eating began. From cooking at home with her mother to eating her first soufflé (蛋奶酥), each story about delicious food will make readers laugh. Warning: Your stomach may grumble (咕哝).

1. What is Where the Crawdads Sing about?

A．A girl’s growth.	B．Travel experience.
C．A lovely dog.	D．Family fun.

2. What does There and Back: Photographs from the Edge and The Dogist have in common?

A．They are set in difficult times.	B．They are photo collections.
C．They share the similar story.	D．Their authors live in the wild.

3. Whose book may attract a food lover?

A．Jimmy Chin’s.	B．Delia Owens’.
C．Elias Weiss Friedman’s.	D．Ruth Reichl’s.