Passage Two
If you are someone who tends to focus on the negative, [29]thinking positively may be a new skill for you. One way to keep a positive attitude about yourself is by writing down and saying several sentences. The sentences should be strong, supportive statements about yourself such as "I am a confident and capable person who can handle challenges." It's hard to feel defeated when your self-talk is positive. Another technique for reducing stress is positive images. When confronted with a problem, [30]try to imagine the outcome that you want. This technique is used by sport professionals with tremendous success. You too can champion your cause by mentally picturing positive results. Sometimes people are faced with unfortunate circumstances that can not be changed. In these instances, it may help to [31]think about some of the assets and resources that you have that can support you and help you cope such as family, friends, skills, education, money and good health.
Questions 29 to 31 are based on the passage you have just heard.
29. What is mainly discussed in the passage?
正确答案:C
解析:文章开头说,“积极地思考对你来说也许是一种新的技能”,故C(如何保持积极态度)为正确选项。
30. How can we imagine positively?
正确答案:D
解析:文章提到,积极的想象是“遇到困难时,试着想象你想要得到的结果”,因此D(想象要的结果)正确。
31. How should we face the unchangeable misfortune?
正确答案:B
解析:短文结尾处说,“想想你拥有的能够给你支持和帮助的资源可能会有所帮助,如家人,朋友……”,由此可以判断B(可以想想能帮助我们的人)正确。