高考英语一轮复习七选五专练二.docxVIP

PAGE 3 七选五专练二 Passage 1 How to Cultivate Confidence? When faced with a big challenge where potential failure seems to appear at every corner，maybe youll hear this advice: Be more confident. __1__ Take the belief that you are precious and capable, also known as self-esteem. Confidence turns thoughts into action. It comes from the genes you are born with, the way people get used to treating you as well as the choices you make. While it isnt possible to completely separate these three factors, the personal choices we make obviously play a major role in confidence development. As a result, by keeping certain practical tips in mind, we do actually have the power to cultivate our own confidence. __2__ If youre looking for a long-term change, consider the way you think about your abilities and talents. Do you think they are fixed at birth, or that they can be developed? These beliefs matter because they can influence how you act in the face of setbacks. If you have a fixed mindset, meaning that your talents are locked in the place, you might give up, assuming youve discovered something youre not good at. But if you have a growth mindset, and think your abilities can improve, a challenge will become an opportunity to learn and grow. Neuroscience (神经科学) supports the latter. The connections in your brain do get stronger and grow with study and practice. __3__ Practicing failure is a must. Failure happens. __4__ J．K. Rowling was rejected by twelve different publishers before one picked up Harry Potter. The Wright brothers built on historys failed attempts at flight before designing a successful airplane. Studies show that those who fail regularly and keep trying anyway are better equipped to respond to challenges in constructive ways. __5__ So, think of a challenge you want to take on, realise its not going to be easy, accept that youll make mistakes, and be kind to yourself when you do. Youll feel the excitement, knowing that whatever the result, youll have gained