I. Supply the missing paragraph. (20 points)
The following passage is incomplete with one paragraph missing. Study the passage carefully and write the missing paragraph in about 100 words. Make sure that your tone and diction are in unity with the passage provided.
Say No to Blind Optimism
“Is the glass half full or half empty?” This question is often asked to determine whether someone is an optimist or a pessimist. In my view, even though we need to see the glass half full, we cannot deny the fact that the glass is also half empty. Having a healthy proportion of expectations makes us more realistic. Blind optimism, however, may foster delusions, result in frustrations and spoil relationships.
We all long for accomplishments, but sometimes we overstress the positive outcome of our effort and waste our time with glorious plans that will never work. We indulge ourselves in delusions and impractical dreams. We fail to see that blind optimism only gives us false promises and clouds our sense of judgment. Ambition without clear directions cannot lead to a victorious experience. We need to understand that wishful thinking and delusions won’t work.___________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Balanced optimism helps us to develop healthy relationships whereas blind optimism destroys them. One of the reasons for short-lived friendships is that we tend to expect too much of our friends. However, they may not always live up to our expectations. This gives rise to disappointment and misunderstanding. Friendships or relationships consequently turn sour. Some relationships may be seriously affected, with all parties experiencing much pain. A more realistic outlook helps us to understand human limitations, show more consideration for others and prevent excess expectations.
To sum up, blind optimism does more harm than good and should be discarded. Saying no to blind optimism means we can fly but we fly with the safest bet, with the parachute, so that we don’t drop hard. It proves our ability to accept weaknesses and strive for the best. It gives us second options in our lives and alleviates the pains and disappointments that life imposes on us. This holistic attitude, accepting both positive and negative sides, will make us stronger and more mature. After all, a lotus is a beautiful flower that blossoms out of the mud.
【正确答案】：I.Blind optimism easily results in frustrations. Sometimes, driven by ambition, we may set unrealistic or unattainable goals. When the goals are beyond our capabilities, we often end up feeling discouraged and frustrated to the point where we give up on our goals. To achieve the desired results, therefore, we need to acknowledge the significant obstacles and deep pitfalls along the path. Thoughtful plans and practical solutions can help us avoid unnecessary frustrations in the long run. A realistic approach rather than blind optimism prepares us better for the tasks ahead and ensures the eventual attainment of the goals.【评分标参考】1．本部分满分20分，按四个档次给分。其中12分为及格分，需要慎重把握。2. 提供的答案仅供参考。如果考生的回答与参考答案意思相近，或思路新颖，且有创见，即使在整体上不够全面，也应酌情给高分，但不得超过该题最高分值。如果考生的回答与参考答案不完全吻合，但上下一致，语气连贯，条理清晰，应按正确答案给分。3.写作的用词量如果不符合要求，应酌情减分。4.回答中的拼写错误可以每四个扣l分，但不重复扣分。5.分值不得出现0.5分。