1、常用的连接词有: 因果关系: so, therefore, thus, consequently, as a result等。 并列关系: first, second, third. . . ; firstly, secondly, thirdly. . . ; first, next, then. . . ; for one thing, for another thing. . . 等。 转折关系: however, nevertheless, still, though, yet, otherwise等。【典例】（2015全国卷片段）Training for a marathon req
2、uires careful preparation and steady, gradual increases in the length of the runs. 36（Before you begin your training）, buy the best-fitting, best-built running shoes you can find. No one can say which brand will work best for you or feel best on your feet, so you have to rely on your experience and
3、on the feel ofeach pair as you shop. When you have found shoes that seem right, walk in them for a few days to double-check the fit. 37. As always, you should stretch（伸展）at least ten minutes before each run to prevent injuries. During the first week, do not think about distance, but run five minutes
4、 longer each day. 38, it is wise to take a day off to rest. But during the next week, set a goal of at least a mile and a half per run. 39. After two weeks, start timing yourself. 40. . . A. After six days B. For a good marathon runner C. Before you begin your training D. With each day, increase the
5、 distance by a half mile E. If they still feel good, you can begin running in them F. Time spent for preparation raises the quality of training G. Now you are ready to figure out a goal of improving distanceand time【解题思路】 速读短文, 试找出与该题相关的句子, 并标出信息词。1. No one can say which brand will work best for you
6、 or feel beston your feet. .2. When you have found shoes that seem right. . .3. . . . before each run to prevent injuries.尝试解答: E考点2段末句 （2014新课标全国卷片段）Tips for Cooking on a Tight Schedule From my experience, there are three main reasons why people dont cook more often: ability, money, and time. Abili
7、ty is easily improved. Money is a topic Ill save for another day. So today I want to give you some wisdom about how to make the most of the time you spend in the kitchen. Here are three tips for great cooking on a tight schedule: 1. Think ahead. The moments when I think cooking is a pain are when Im
8、 already hungry and theres nothing ready to eat. So think ahead of the coming week. When will you have time to cook? Do you have the right materials already? 17 A. Try new things. B. Ability is easily improved. C. Make three or four instead. D. Understand your food better. E. Cooking is a burden for
9、 many people. F. Let cooking and living simply be a joy rather than a burden. G. A little time planning ahead can save a lot of work later on. 速读短文, 试找出能总结、概括本段的句子并标出关键词。1. Think ahead.2. So think ahead of the coming week.3. When will you have time to cook? G 1. 文章主题句 通常文章第一段要提出文章的主题, 如果在段尾提出主题, 会用一
10、些信号词, 如转折词but, however等。特别是建议类说明文, 文章主题句常在首段段末。 2. 结论、概括句 结合前文内容, 查找相同词、同义词或其他相关的信息词, 从而最终概括出结论句。注意在选项中查找表示结果、结论、总结等的信号词, 如therefore, as a result, thus, hence, in short, to sum up, in a word等词语。 3. 承上启下句 结合本段内容认真阅读下一段开头句, 看是否与选项句紧密联系起来, 以此判断是否是承上启下句。二、精品训练题1. Brain TransplantsResearch on the human b
11、rain has been attracting more and more scientists in recent years. 1 If we compare a human brain to a hard disc, what the scientists are doing is to make better use of the hard disc. The idea that a human brain could be transplanted may come from Frankenstein. In 1999, an experiment turned a bear in
12、to a dolphin. 2 They were made of the memory area in the dolphins brain containing information about swimming. They had a series of useful information, which was saved into a button-sized chip （芯片）. Later the information was transplanted into the action memory area in the bears brain. 3 It proved to
13、 be a highly successful experiment and a bear was turned into a dolphin. Recently, another memory transplant was performed at the Motor Nerve Research Institute of the University of California. The experiment had an entire transplant of the memory area. 4 The transplant was performed from a dog name
14、d Genius to a dog named Idiot. Genius could follow up to 100 gestures and orders made by its master. It was a real genius in memorizing. However, Idiot had no contact with people since its birth. It became an animal with nothing in its brain, without any memory. 5 When the two dogs woke up, Idiot ha
15、d grasped all the abilities Genius possessed; it was good at memorizing and sensible. It could follow every gesture and any command given by its master. But Genius gave no response to its master, and did not recognize him at all. A. The experiment was a complete success. B. It included actions, mood
16、s, logic, words, images, etc.C. Then it was released by means of electric power.D. Different images have different meanings in the memory area.E. Using the most advanced technology, detailed images were produced. F. Discoveries show that messages are carried by the central nervous system in the brai
17、n.G. One of the latest topics is how to change the human brain or combine it with the computer.2. W. Lloyd Jeromes Dental SurgeryIf you walk into W.Lloyd Jeromes dental surgery in Glasgow, Youll see bright paintings and a fashionable blue couch which patients sit on while he checks their teeth. Jero
18、me says, “Thats because theyre frightened.” _1_ “Thats why I dont wear a white coat. I find thats one of the things that people associate with pain. In fact, my philosophy is that dental treatment should take place in an atmosphere of relaxation, interest and, above all, enjoyment”, which is all hig
19、hly shocking for anyone who associates dental treatment with pain, or at the very least, formal, clinical visits. He says, “If people are relaxed, entertained and correctly treated, they will forget such previous unpleasant experiences.” “Virtual-reality headsets are one of his new relaxation techni
20、ques. _2_ The headsets are used for the first check-up, where the patient sits on the blue couch and watches ar film while I look at their teeth. Then the headset switches to a special camera, to give the patient a visual tour around their mouth.”“Another key point is that the surgery smells more li
21、ke a perfume shop than a dentists. Today there is the smell of orange. When people walk in, I want them to realize with all their senses that its not like going to dentists. Smell is very important. _3_”Known as Glasgows most fashionable dentist, Jerome is keen to point out that he takes his work ve
22、ry seriously. _4_ For example, Jerome uses a special instrument which sprays warm water on the teeth to clean them, rather than scraping them. “It feels a bit strange, but as long as people are relaxed, its not painful.” _5_ “One of the things I found out there was that when you make it easier for t
23、he patient, you make it easier for yourself.” He sees his patient-centred attitude as the start of a gradual movement towards less formality in the conservative British dentistry profession. At that moment, a patient arrives. Jerome rushes over, offers him a cup of tea, asks him what video hed like
24、to watch and leads him gently towards the chair. A. Five years ago, Jerome went to the United States to do research. B. He has tried to create an environment where people are not afraid. C. The relaxation techniques are important but the quality of the treatment is the most important thing. D. We we
25、re the first practice in Britain to introduce them. E. Now they look forward to their visits here. F. That dental smell of surgical spirit can get the heart racing in minutes if youre frightened of dentists. G. Fifty percent of the population only go to the dentist when theyre in pain.3. School Phob
26、iaSchool phobia is a type of illness which causes the students, typically between the ages of 8-13, to be afraid to go to school. Symptoms include stomachaches, tiredness, shaking, a racing heart and frequent trips to the toilet._1_ Most commonly it is the result of separation anxiety, but it can al
27、so be caused by different kinds of stress. A child who has recently moved, suffered a loss, or gone through a divorce may develop school phobia, and phobias can also develop in response to an unrecognized learning disability, and poor self-image. _2_ He or she may become physically ill when ordered
28、to school, or pretend to be sick to avoid going. When the child arrives at school, he or she may run away, or develop behavioral problems in class. When school is discussed, the child can become impatient, upset or angry.Many techniques can be used to manage school phobia. But research suggests that
29、 much more effective treatment is required for school phobia to prevent problems developing in later life. Children with this condition usually benefit from seeing a psychologist or doctor. _3_ As soon as a school phobia is identified, parents should take action too. Like other phobias, school phobi
30、a gets worse if it is left untreated, and it can prevent the child from succeeding in school. _4_ If bullying is a cause, for example, the bullying situation should be solved. A teacher can meet the child at the door and take him or her to class, and provide support so that the child feels a friendl
31、y adult is always available.Changes at home can include supportive language from parents, along with support like assistance with homework. If a child lacks confidence, parents may encourage the child to take up new hobbies. _5_ Parents might also talk to their children about their own fears of school and how they got over them, and their own enjoyment of school and school-like activities.A. It will help children to feel good about themselves. B. B
