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(1)联系上文题。根据前文But it isn't the only mark of a good writer.Another skill that's of equal importance is the ability to convey ideas in plain language.(另一个同样重要的技能是用通俗易懂的语言表达想法的能力。)以及下文To write in plain language,there are some general guidelines for you to follow.(要用通俗易懂的语言写作,有一些一般的指导方针供你遵循。)可知,前文提到一种能力,后文是提出一些知道方法,所以空处应是过渡句,E项"It involves using direct and accessible language with a straightforward structure.(它包括使用结构简单的直接易懂的语言)"承接上文内容,为对上文内容的具体解释,同时引起下文,符合文意。故选E项。
(2)联系下文题。根据后文The only details they include are those necessary for the reader to understand the sentences' meaning.For example,the sign "Wait behind the yellow line." at a train platform includes "yellow" so travelers know where to stand.(它们只包括读者理解句子意义所必需的细节。例如,"请在黄线后面等候"的标志。站台上的标志包括"黄色",以便乘客知道该站在哪里。)可知,提到只包括那些读者理解句子意义所必需的细节,也就是句子要简洁。所以D项"One key aspect of plain writing is ensuring sentences are as short as possible.(简洁写作的一个关键方面是确保句子尽可能短)"符合本段主题,为本段中心句。故选D项。
(3)联系上文题。根据前文If you work in IT,you can comfortably use the word "latency" with your colleagues.(如果您从事IT工作,那么您可以轻松地与同事使用"latency"这个词。)以及后文But when speaking with someone without an IT background,you might instead use "slow" to ensure that they know what you're talking about.(但是当你和一个没有IT背景的人说话时,你可以用"slow"来确保他们知道你在说什么。)可知,A项"That is because they know what it means.(那是因为他们知道这意味着什么)"是对前文的解释,并和后文构成转折关系。故选A项。
(4)联系上文题。根据前文Plain language is more than word choices,though.(然而,简单的语言不仅仅是词语的选择。)以及后文For example,use clear headers for each section and keep paragraphs focused on one idea each.Make the relationships between ideas and sentences clear with transition words.Write directly to your reader.Additionally,use the active voice whenever possible to enhance clarity.(例如,每个部分使用清晰的标题,每个段落专注于一个观点。用过渡词使观点和句子之间的关系清晰。直接写给你的读者。此外,尽可能使用主动语态来提高清晰度。)可知,本段讲述简单的语言除了词语的选择还要有清晰度,所以C项"It also involves structuring writing to prioritize clarity.(它还包括组织写作,优先考虑清晰)"符合本段主题,引出下文内容。故选C项。
(5)联系上文题。根据前文It is important to note that not every guideline for plain writing will apply to every piece of writing.The ultimate goal is to create contents that are accessible and easily understood.By using plain language,you demonstrate respect for your readers' time and intelligence.(重要的是要注意,并不是所有关于普通写作的指导方针都适用于每一篇文章。最终目标是创建可访问且易于理解的内容。通过使用通俗易懂的语言,你表现出对读者时间和智慧的尊重。)可知,本段主要讲述创建可访问且易于理解的内容,表现出对读者时间和智慧的尊重。所以B项"Thus,it develops positive relationships with them.(因此,它与他们发展了积极的关系)"是对前文的总结,和前文构成因果关系,符合文意。故选B项。