2023年新高考英语I卷七选五真题
（2023年新高考I卷）
Personal Forgiveness
Taking responsibility for mistakes is a positive step, but don’t beat yourself up about them. To err (犯错) is human. ____16____ You can use the following writing exercise to help you do this.
In a journal or on a piece of paper, put the heading “Personal strengths.” ____17____ Are you caring? Creative? Generous? A good listener? Fun to be around? They don’t have to be world-changing, just aspects of your personality that you’re proud of.
At the top of a second page, put the heading “Acts of kindness.” On this one, list all the positive things you’ve done for others. It might be the time when you helped a friend with their homework, when you did the ironing without being asked, or when you baked cookies after the family had had a tiring day. ____18____
You could ask a friend or family member to help add to your list. ____19____ That way, you could exchange thoughts on what makes each of you special and the aspects of your personality that shine through. In fact, don’t wait until you’ve made a mistake to try this—it’s a great way to boost self-confidence at any time.
It’s something of a cliché (陈词滥调) that most people learn not from their successes but their mistakes. The thing is, it’s true. ____20____ We’ re all changing and learning all the time and mistakes are a positive way to develop and grow.
| A. | A little self-forgiveness also goes a long way. |
| B. | Now list all the characteristics you like about yourself. |
| C. | They might even like to have a go at doing the exercise. |
| D. | It’s just as important to show yourself some forgiveness. |
| E. | It doesn’t mean you have to ignore what’s happened or forget it. |
| F. | Whatever it is, no matter how small it might seem, write it down. |
| G. | Whatever the mistake, remember it isn’t a fixed aspect of your personality. |