广东高考英语七选五专项训练.docxVIP

七选五 Do you have clothes in your wardrobe (衣柜) that you never wear? Do you keep things in your cupboards that you never use? Do you have books on your shelves that you never open? And what about the mess on the floor? ____1____ If the answer to these questions is yes, then you’re not alone. Most of us have too much stuff. People with untidy, cluttered (杂乱的) rooms have untidy minds. ____2____ This makes them unhappy. There is no doubt that too much stuff is bad for us and we have to change. Now, imagine this bedroom: a white floor, a bed, a wardrobe and a desk and chair. That’s all. It looks calm and relaxing. This is the minimalist style. Minimalists believe that they don’t have to own a lot of possessions (物品) to be happy. ____3____ You are probably asking at this point “Do I have to get rid of all my favourite things?” ____4____ A minimalist room is too extreme for most people, and personal possessions like photos and books are comforting and help us to feel at home. ____5____ Consider this simple rule: if you don’t use something for longer than 6 months, get rid of it. You have to regularly tidy and sort out all the stuff in your room. After decluttering, you’ll have more space in your wardrobe and cupboards. No more “You must tidy your room!” from your parents! Your room will look more spacious (宽敞的) and you’ll feel free! A．Of course the answer is that you don’t. B．Actually, they enjoy their messy home. C．But occasional tidying isn’t a bad idea. D．They try to live with only essential things. E．Why do you keep so much stuff in your room? F．Is it difficult to find things when you need them? G．They can feel stressed and they find it difficult to relax. To show empathy (同感能力) is to identify with another’s feelings. ___6___ The ability to empathize is directly dependent on your ability to feel your own feelings and identify them. If you have never felt a certain feeling, it will be hard for you to understand how another person is feeling. This holds equally true for