Question

【题目】根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

Humor plays an important role in relationships. In new relationships, humor can be an effective tool not just for attracting the other person but also for overcoming any awkwardness or embarrassment. 【1】

Sharing the pleasure of humor creates a sense of connection between two people. When you laugh with one another, you create a positive tie between you. This tie acts as a strong buffer(缓冲) against stress, disagreements, disappointments, and bad patches in a relationship. And laughter really is infectious. 【2】But don’t worry if you’re not naturally a lighthearted, humorous person----you can learn to access your playful side and develop your sense of fun.

Like any tool, humor can be used in negative as well as positive ways. Humor can only help you overcome relationship problems when both partners can understand the joke. 【3】If your partner or friend isn’t likely to appreciate the joke, don’t say or do it. Humor in relationships should be equally fun and enjoyable for both people.

Don’t use humor to cover up other emotions. 【4】That’s when it is used as a cover for avoiding, rather than coping with, painful emotions. You can be funny about the truth, but covering up the truth isn’t funny. When you use humor and playfulness as a cover for other emotions, you create confusion and mistrust in your relationships.

【5】The important thing is to find enjoyable activities that help you embrace your playful nature with other people. As humor and play become an unseparated part of your life, you’ll begin to find daily opportunities for using your new-found skills to help build and maintain your relationships.

A. Humor can help you and your loved one.

B. There are times when humor is not healthy.

C. It’s important to be sensitive to the other person.

D. It’s never too late to develop your humorous side.

E. The more you joke, play, and laugh----the easier it becomes.

F. Just hearing someone laugh can make you smile and join in on the fun.

G. In longer-term relationships, humor can keep things exciting and fresh.

Answer 1

【答案】

【1】G

【2】F

【3】C

【4】B

【5】D

【解析】

试题分析：文章介绍幽默感的重要性，和影响幽默感的因素：年龄，教育水平和文化都会影响幽默感，

【1】G根据上句：幽默可以是一个有效的工具，不仅仅是吸引其他人，而且克服笨拙或尴尬。故选G。

【2】F根据上句：笑真的是有感染力的。可知此处的意思是：听到有人笑可以让你微笑，并加入到快乐中。故选F。

【3】C根据上句：当两个合作伙伴都能理解这个笑话时，幽默只能帮助你克服关系问题。再根据空格下句：如果你的伙伴或朋友不欣赏这个笑话时，就不要说不要做。可知此处要表达的意思是：幽默对另一个人敏感是很重要的。故选C。

【4】B根据上句：不要用幽默掩盖其他情绪。再根据空格下句：在那时它被用作一个逃避的遮盖，而不是应对痛苦的情绪。可知此处的意思是：有些时候，幽默是不健康的。故选B。

【5】D根据下句：最重要的是找到快乐的活动，这有助于你和别人发挥你幽默的本性。可知上句的意思是：发展你幽默的一面永远不会太晚。故选D。