第二节   七选五（共5小题；每小题2分 满分10分）

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,并在答题卡上涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。

Forgiveness

To forgive is a virtue（美德）, but no one has ever said it is easy. When someone has deeply hurt you, it can be extremely difficult to let go of your hate. However, forgiveness is possible, and it can be surprisingly beneficial to your physical and mental health. People who forgive show less sadness, anger and stress and more hopefulness, according to a recent research.

________36_______ Try the following steps

Calm yourself. ________37_______ You can take a couple of breaths and think of something that gives you pleasure a beautiful scene in nature, or someone you love.

Don’t wait for an apology. Many times the person who hurt your does not intend to apologize. They may have wanted to hurt you or they just don’t see things the same way. ________38_______ Keep in mind that forgiveness does not necessarily mean becoming friends again with the person who upset you.

Take the control away from your offender(冒犯者). Rethinking about your hurt gives power to the person who causes you pain. Instead of focusing on your wounded feelings, learn to look for the love, beauty and kindness around you.

________39_______ If you understand your offender, you may realize that he or she was acting out of unawareness, fear, and even love. You may want to write a letter to yourself from your offender’s point of view.

Don’t forget to forgive yourself. ________40_______ But it can rob you of your self-confidence if you don’t do it.

A.Why should you forgive?