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1、The rapid development of the internet and artificial intelligence (AI) has greatly changed human life. Among AI technologies, Deepseek, a smart system created in 2022 by Chinese scientists, stands out. Unlike traditional AI tools, Deepseek focuses on "understanding human intentions" rather than just following commands. For example, it can analyze users' emotions from text messages and offer personalized suggestions.
Since its launch, Deepseek has been used in education, healthcare, and environmental protection. In schools, it helps teachers design courses based on students' learning habits. In hospitals, it assists doctors in predicting diseases by studying medical data. More importantly, Deepseek's energy-saving design reduces computing power consumption by 50%, making AI technology greener.
However, some experts warn that over-reliance (过度依赖) on AI might weaken human creativity. Prof. Li from Peking University says, "We should use AI as a tool, not a replacement for human thinking." Deepseek's team also agrees, emphasizing their goal is to "empower humans, not control them."
Looking ahead, experts believe AI like Deepseek will reshape careers. Routine jobs like data entry may decline, but new roles in AI management and human-AI interaction design are emerging. As the system's lead engineer Dr. Wang noted: "The real challenge isn't building smarter machines, but teaching people to grow alongside them. In the future, humans will surely coexist harmoniously with artificial intelligence."
(1)、What is Deepseek's main research focus?A、Following users' orders quickly. B、Reducing energy consumption. C、Understanding human intentions. D、Replacing human jobs.(2)、How might Deepseek help environmental protection?A、By controlling human behavior. B、Through its energy-saving technology. C、By replacing environmental scientists. D、Through emotion analysis.(3)、What does the underlined word "empower" most likely mean?A、Control completely. B、Make weaker. C、Give order to. D、Provide power to.(4)、What is Dr. Wang's attitude towards the development of AI according to the passage?A、Doubtful. B、Optimistic. C、Indifferent. D、Anxious. -
2、My cat Max escaped from the house one night, and I didn't even realize he got out until the next morning. I had just gone through an awful breakup, and I was sick with worry and guilt.
At about 7:00 PM that evening, I got a knock on the door. A man asked if I was missing a cat. It turns out the man found Max after he'd been hit by a truck. He saw my cat lying in the road on the way to work, and stopped to see if he could do anything. He was an electrician (电工) with a full day of house visits, so he drove around with my cat in his car all day as he went through his work day. He kept Max warm, gave him water, and even split (撕) his ham sandwich with him.
I asked how he could possibly know it was my cat, for my cat is a master at getting out of his collar, so he didn't have his tags when the man found him.
Turns out, after his shift (轮班), he went door to door down the entire road where he found Max, asking if anyone was missing a cat. He said he loved cats, and would want someone to do the same for him. He went back to his car, got my cat, and asked if it would be okay with him saying a few kind words for us. I don't usually do this kind of practice, but I told him it was fine. He took a moment to wish my cat a quick recovery and a long life, then got back in his truck and drove away.
The whole interaction lasted maybe 5 minutes, and I never even got his name. My cat made a full recovery, and is sleeping next to me as I write this, 8 years later. It's the nicest thing anyone has ever done for me, and it came at a time when I was feeling pretty down about humans.
I wish I knew who he was and I could thank him properly. I'll never forget it.
(1)、How did the author feel when discovering Max was missing?A、Awful and sick. B、Anxious and guilty. C、Confused and sad. D、Angry and surprised.(2)、What did the man do to help Max after finding him injured?A、Took Max's collar off. B、Quarreled with the truck driver. C、Provided warmth, water, and food. D、Took care of Max by the side of the road.(3)、How did the man find Max's owner?A、By saying a few kind words. B、By calling nearby animal shelters. C、By asking around the neighborhood. D、By checking Max's collar for an address.(4)、What can be a suitable title for the text?A、A Cat's Journey B、The Search for Max C、A Community's Effort D、An Unforgettable Kindness -
3、Are you a high school student looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer? The University of Miami Health System invites you to make a difference in someone's life. Whether you want to give back to your community, meet new people, or see what it's like to work in health care, volunteering is a rewarding experience.
What We Offer
Our summer program offers a unique opportunity to support patients, families, and hospital staff. As a volunteer, you may be responsible for a variety of tasks, including greeting visitors, assisting with patient transport, delivering flowers and mail, and helping out in the office in various departments. This is a chance to develop valuable skills like communication and teamwork while gaining exposure to a professional medical environment.
Requirements
To be part of this rewarding experience, students must be 16 years of age or older by the program start date of June 16th. The program runs for at least 5 weeks and concludes on August 1st. You will need to volunteer for 4-6 hours a day, up to 20 hours a week.
How To Apply
Applications will be accepted online from February 1st to April 1st. Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed, so be sure to fill out all required fields. Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. All selected volunteers must attend an online meeting on Wednesday, May 7th, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This meeting is completely necessary as it covers important hospital policies, safety and what you will do as a volunteer.
(1)、What task volunteers might do?A、Perform emergency operations. B、Train new hospital workers. C、Transport medical equipment. D、Assist with office work.(2)、When is the final day to hand in applications?A、February 1st. B、April 1st. C、May 7th. D、June 16th.(3)、What is the main purpose of the text?A、To invite high school students to volunteer. B、To tell about the life of a hospital worker. C、To offer high school students summer jobs. D、To share new rules for hospital visitors. -
4、假如你是李华,你的英国好友Paul目前在中国学习汉语。近日,他发来邮件询问提升汉语听力的建议,请你用英语给他回一封邮件,内容包括:
1. 表示理解;
2. 给出建议;
3. 表达祝愿。
注意:1. 词数80左右;2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Paul,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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5、阅读下面短文,在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
How Learning Habits Influence Learning Results
It's useful and necessary (discuss) learning habits. There is a famous saying "Good habits lead to good endings", which shows the (important) of habits.
"An apple a day (keep) a doctor away" also shows how a healthy everyday habit helps build up our body. Thus, good learning habits can help us gain great learning results, including high scores and abundant (丰富的) knowledge. At first, learning habits form our ways of thinking and attitudes to the content of our learning. (obvious), a good habit can help us to speed up to reach our destinations. As we can see, developing a good habit is so important I would like to introduce one kind of good learning habits — keep learning diary every day. We can start the habit by (write) learning summaries and remember to record something (impress) and meaningful. Keep in mind that we can gain this good learning habit, can benefit us a lot.
What's more, I find out that I still have some bad learning habits as well. I can only concentrate on reading for a short time and I will conquer this problem by spending more effort concentration practice in future.
I believe that through my efforts, I can gain good learning results by having good habits.
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6、Amy Subaey used to work in an energy company in Dubai. But in 2020, she unfortunately1 her job. At that time, she was really2 about what to do with her career. After thinking hard, she finally3 to follow her heart and do what she loved. She had always been4 of hiking and climbing. In fact, she had already set up a weekend hiking group called UAE Trekkers before. So when she became unemployed, she made up her mind to focus on5 this hiking business. It turned out fifteen more members joined UAE Trekkers. On weekdays, Subaey gets up as early as 3 am to lead people to6 the extremely beautiful landscapes around Dubai. She wants to let everyone see the charm of nature and make them like hiking. She often7 "When you are in nature, you will forget all your8. The fresh air and the beautiful scenery make you feel so calm and help you9 the moment. Every time I spend three or four hours outside and come back, I feel10."
After I read the story, Subaey's11 teaches us that when we face difficulties in life, we should not be12. Instead, we can bravely turn them into good chances. She made use of her13 to build something meaningful, which brought14 to herself and many other people. It gives us an important lesson which15 us to be brave in pursuing our dreams, even when obstacles arise.
(1)A 、refused B 、left C 、lost D 、hated(2)A 、excited B 、confident C 、curious D 、worried(3)A 、decided B 、aimed C 、requested D 、adapted(4)A 、free B 、fond C 、careful D 、tired(5)A 、replacing B 、creating C 、developing D 、finishing(6)A 、explore B 、remember C 、paint D 、imagine(7)A 、argues B 、shares C 、complains D 、expects(8)A 、preparations B 、duties C 、doubts D 、troubles(9)A 、learn from. B 、talk about C 、focus on D 、refer to(10)A 、nervous B 、humourous C 、intelligent D 、energetic(11)A 、experience B 、adventure C 、lecture D 、issue(12)A 、bored B 、careless C 、afraid D 、dissatisfied(13)A 、hobby B 、discovery C 、memory D 、collection(14)A 、description B 、happiness C 、attention D 、kindness(15)A 、orders B 、allows C 、forces D 、reminds -
7、Everyone, from homeless people to billionaires, is likely to be influenced by stress. There's simply no way to avoid it.. Here are five powerful tips for ways to kill stress in almost any situation.
Eat Healthier
Though a lot of stress is psychological, there are also plenty of physical factors that lead to this natural human response to noticed danger. In order to relieve stress, make sure you're treating your body right. A big part of this is eating healthier.Anyway, adopting an alkaline (碱性的) diet instead of an acidic (酸性的) one is recommended.
Wake Up Earlier
However, waking up 15 or 20 minutes earlier each morning may have more benefits than sleeping in. By giving yourself some extra time, you won't feel quite rushed in the morning, which leads to better preparation and more confidence.
Since you are never going to remove 100 percent of the stress in your life, one of the best things you can do is let it be one of your motivations. This is what stress is designed to do, after all. The psychological and physical reactions brought on by stress are supposed to heighten our senses and empower us to fight off a threat.
Watch a Funny Video
Here is a simple and practical tip: watch a funny video on You Tube, Research shows that seeing something amusing activates the part of the brain that produces calm physiological (生理的) responses. This can lead to less anxiety and more happiness.
Take Walk Outside
Whenever possible, make sure you take your walk outdoors.It can improve energy levels and memory by as much as 20 percent.
A. A number of studies show that walking outdoors is an important key to good health.
B. Diet and relaxation are two important keys to good health.
C. There are no magic "anti-stress" foods.
D. However, there are ways to reduce the amount of stress you suffer from.
E. Keep Positive Relationships
F. Let Stress Motivate You
G. It is certainly true that the more sleep you get, the less stressed you'll be.
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8、A British woman who won a S1 million prize after she was named the World's Best Teacher will use the cash to bring inspirational figures into UK schools.
Andria Zafirakou,a north London secondary school teacher, said she wanted to bring about a classroom revolution (变革). "We are going to make a change, "she said."I've started a project to promote the teaching of the arts in our schools."
The project results from the difficulties many schools have in getting artists of any sort - whether an up-and-coming local musician or a major movie star - into schools to work with and inspire children.
Zafirakou began the project at Alperton Community School, her place of work for the past twelve years. "I've seen those magic moments when children are talking to someone they are inspired by - their eyes are shining and their faces light up," she said. "We need artists . more than ever in our schools."
Artist Michael Craig-Martin said: "Andria's brilliant project to bring artists from all fields into direct contact with children is particularly welcome at a time when the arts are being downgraded in schools." It was a mistake to see the arts as unnecessary, he added.
Historian Sir Simon Schama is also a supporter of the project. He said that arts education in schools was not just an add-on. "It is absolutely necessary. The future depends on creativity and creativity depends on the young. What will remain of us when artificial intelligence takes over will be our creativity, and it is our creative spirit, our visionary sense of freshness,that has been our strength for centuries."
(1)、What will Zafirakou do with her prize money?A、Make a movie. B、Build new schools. C、Run a project. D、Help local musicians.(2)、What does Craig-Martin think of the teaching of the arts in UK schools?A、It is particularly difficult. B、It increases artists' income. C、It opens children's mind. D、It deserves greater attention.(3)、What should be stressed in school education according to Schama?A、Moral principles. B、Interpersonal skills. C、Creative abilities. D、Positive worldviews.(4)、Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?A、Bring Artists to Schools B、When Historians Meet Artists C、Arts Education in Britain D、The World's Best Arts Teacher -
9、Researchers in Shanghai are developing a robot "guide dog" that could help blind people. The robot is now being tested in Shanghai.
The machine uses cameras and sensors (传感器) to sense its environment. It is able to recognize (辨认出) traffic lights which traditional guide dogs are unable to recognize. The robot can communicate by listening to and speaking with a blind person. The robot also uses artificial intelligence (AI) to recognize voices and plan ways to go from place to place.
The robot dog is about the size of an English bulldog but a little wider than a real dog. It has six legs instead of four because the researchers say the extra legs enhance its safety, making its movements smoother.
41-year-old Li Fei and 42-year-old Zhu Sibin are among the people with eye problems who are helping the Jiao Tong University team. They are testing the dog using Chinese-language instructions and providing their feedback (反馈) for the researchers to further develop the dog.
Li is completely blind while Zhu has little eyesight. Li normally uses a walking stick to walk. He said, "If this robot guide dog comes onto the market and I could use it, at least it could solve some of my problems in traveling alone."
Robot guide dogs are also under development in Australia and Britain. But China needs a lot of traditional guide dogs. There are just over 400 guide dogs in China for nearly 20 million blind people.
Many workplaces, restaurants and public areas do not welcome a usual guide dog like a Labrador. The supply of real dogs is limited (限制) by feeding and training needs. The production of robot guide dogs could be increased to an industrial level, especially in a center of making industry like China. The researchers think there could be a large market for robot dogs as there might be tens of millions of people in the world who need guide dogs.
(1)、What does the underlined word "enhance" in paragraph 3 mean?A、Report. B、Record. C、Show. D、Increase.(2)、Why are Li Fei and Zhu Sibin mentioned in the text?A、They prefer experiencing modern inventions. B、They're experts in developing robot guide dogs. C、They play a part in improving robot guide dogs. D、They depend on real guide dogs for traveling around.(3)、What is the future of robot guide dogs like according to the researchers?A、Worrying. B、Challenging. C、Uncertain. D、Hopeful.(4)、Which of the following is the best title for the text?A、The History of Guide Dogs in China. B、The Differences Between Robot Dogs and Real Dogs. C、A New Robot Guide Dog to Help the Blind. D、The Future of Artificial Intelligence. -
10、Don't know where to enjoy yourself? Here are some choices for you.
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
PopUp Picnics in the park return for the fourth summer in a row, taking place on Thursdays. Take a break to enjoy tacos (墨西哥玉米薄饼卷). Prices change from $ 2 to $ 10. Cash only.
144 School Street June 13-August 15 Start at 11:30 am and end at 1:30 pm
The Crow's Nest
Each summer on Thursday evenings the Crow's Nest offers its Summer Beach Party series on the beach. The party starts at 5:30 pm each week and goes until sunset. Families are welcome, and there is no entrance fee. After the sun sets, the fun begins with dancing to the best live music of local bands.
2218 East Cliff Drive May 30-August 29 Start at 5:30 pm and end at 8:30 pm
Bargetto Winery
Join us for a beautiful weekend of art and wine. Bargetto Winery will be hosting their yearly gathering of artists and foodies(美食家)at their amazing Soquel winery. No entrance fee. Wine tasting with purchase of $ 15 festival glass. 3535 North Main Street
July 20 - July 21 Start at 11:00 am and end at 5:00 pm
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chef Page takes guests on a journey showing the area rich fruits, vegetables, and meats. Dinner begins at 6:30 pm with a five-course menu and good wines. Seating booked is not a choice, as all guests are seated at large, connecting, beautifully set tables designed to invite open conversations among guests. Ticket price: $ 90 per person. Tickets can be gotten online.
Chaminade Lane July 26 Start at 6:00 pm and end at 9:00 pm
(1)、What can we know about PopUp Picnics in the park?A、It lasts two days. B、It is held on Thursdays. C、It has been held twice. D、It can be paid in credit card.(2)、What can people do in the Crow's Nest?A、Enjoy tacos. B、Talk with artists and foodies. C、Watch the sunrise on the beach. D、Watch the performance of the bands.(3)、Which activity can be booked on the Internet?A、The Crow's Nest. B、Bargetto Winery. C、Chaminade Resort & Spa. D、Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. -
11、阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Jimmy and Bob had a lot in common. They studied in the same class and lived in the same community, just a few houses apart. Both were top students in their class, winning praise from teachers and parents. Yet there was a sense of rivalry deep in both of their hearts. They both secretly wanted to be the best, rather than just one of the best.
One day, their teacher announced a special charity sale all students could participate in to raise money by selling homemade things. All the money from the sale would be donated to the children in a partnered special school, and the student who raised the most money would get the honor to name the activity.
Jimmy and Bob immediately decided to join separately: Jimmy planned to sell his paintings, while Bob prepared to sell candies following a family recipe with a delicious taste.
When the big day arrived, the school playground buzzed with energy: colorful ribbons and balloons everywhere, stalls (摊位) neatly arranged across the field. A few stalls away, Jimmy saw Bob's plain-looking candies and his empty cash box. He even felt kind of happy, thinking he could beat him this time. But things didn't go as expected. Jimmy's cash box was no better, with only one or two coins inside. Feeling upset, he accidentally heard two students talking nearby. "Good paintings, but I prefer something practical with my only pocket money," one student said. Their words hitting Jimmy like a lightning bolt, he suddenly had an idea.
At lunch break, Jimmy went to Bob. "Bob, I have an idea," he said seriously. "I once tasted your candies. Although they're not eye-catching, the tastes are amazing. My paintings are beautiful but not practical to students in our school. What if we work together? We can split the money equally, and if we win, we can name the activity together — if permitted."
注意:
(1)续写词数应为150个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Bob studied Jimmy in surprise, his eyes lighting up a little.
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When the sale ended that day, Jimmy and Bob found their cash box was nearly full.
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12、假定你是校模拟联合国社团成员李华,社团将开展以"Heritage site protection: a (n) ______ effort"为主题的内部分享会。请你写一篇发言稿,内容包括:
(1)表明观点;
(2)陈述理由。
注意:
(1)写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Hello everyone,
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I welcome your thoughts. Thank you!
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13、阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Originating in the Tang Dynasty, Shuyuan, or ancient Chinese academies, were unique Chinese institutions. By the Song Dynasty, they (become) China's primary intellectual centers, scholars often had critical reflection, intense exchanges and debates.
Chinese Shuyuan (wise), historically, first resonated (共振) with the West during the Ming Dynasty, when Italian missionary Matteo Ricci met Zhang Huang, then head of Bailudong Academy. Ricci studied the Confucian (classic) under Zhang's guidance, while Zhang integrated Western geographical knowledge into his own work.
This kind of dialogue lives on. In 2025, nearly 200 foreign scholars gathered at the Kaoting Academy in East China's Fujian Province for the Conference on Zhu Xi's Philosophy and Dialogue of Global Civilization, to explore how late Chinese philosopher Zhu Xi's thoughts could offer insights for resolving civilizational conflicts. Former UNESCO General Conference president Simona-Mirela Miculescu noted that Zhu's belief the inseparability of learning and virtue agrees with UNESCO's mission (build) peace through understanding, learning and mutual (相互的) respect.
As the world (active) seeks ways to engage in dialogue across different civilizations while preserving distinct identities, Shuyuan have emerged as guides from Chinese history, (enable) Chinese culture to continuously absorb nutrients, develop and innovate through dialogue with diverse civilizations around the world. Also, they allow the world to gain a (deep) and more comprehensive understanding of China.
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14、On summer vacation in 2023, I felt it was time to get some real-world experience. So, I went to a (n)1 at the local fast- food restaurant for a part-time job. The manager asked me to serve a customer with the2 shown next to her order number on the screen. However, I couldn't3 a single word on the display and was4 on the spot.
I was, at age 7, diagnosed (诊断) with retinal dystrophy — a group of incurable eye disorders. As a child, I remember5 to see the whiteboard in class, even sitting right at the front. I6 this by copying notes from my friends. As I got older and more self-conscious, I buried the7 even more. I hated asking for help — so much that I would say I wasn't hungry at restaurants to avoid taking an awkwardly8 look at the menu.
Having failed the job interview, I realized hiding was more9 and decided to live a life with a disability:10. I began to11 to those around me when necessary. This12 even brought me close to my parents and friends, who surrounded me with understanding.
Now, I feel worlds away from the anxiety-ridden girl. I remain13 disabled, yet more14 and alive. I also know I was never meant to face this15.
(1)A 、gathering B 、interview C 、training D 、advertisement(2)A 、fees B 、questions C 、items D 、routes(3)A 、tear down B 、make out C 、weigh on D 、allow for(4)A 、convinced B 、adopted C 、bothered D 、rejected(5)A 、claiming B 、pretending C 、struggling D 、promising(6)A 、hid B 、interrupted C 、facilitated D 、prayed(7)A 、desire B 、faith C 、secret D 、mood(8)A 、close B 、casual C 、curious D 、urgent(9)A 、taxing B 、astonishing C 、illegal D 、effective(10)A 、support B 、blessing C 、gratitude D 、acceptance(11)A 、take B 、turn C 、submit D 、stick(12)A 、plot B 、shift C 、leisure D 、pursuit(13)A 、barely B 、mentally C 、exceptionally D 、visually(14)A 、real B 、reliable C 、available D 、academic(15)A 、apart B 、again C 、alone D 、together -
15、Today, the "I don't care" attitude is becoming increasingly popular. Phrases like "I don't care what anybody thinks" are often blindly used to express freedom and relief. Understanding when to adopt this mindset can make a great difference.
The "I don't care" attitude can be quite beneficial when it motivates us to persevere, especially when others have given up. J. K. Rowling, for instance, faced widespread doubt when proposing Harry Potter, but she kept polishing her novel without worrying about criticism. It was her persistence in crafting a magical world that eventually brought her success. As you can see in Rowling's example, ignoring external doubts can actually help us stay focused on our own goals.
This happens when someone acts out of stubbornness (固执) or a desire to shift blame, or acts selfishly, focusing solely on their own desires while ignoring how interconnected people's needs are. In the case of recent social media algorithm scandals (算法丑闻), tech giants repeatedly ignored internal researchers' warnings about mental health harms to teenagers, claiming "not their department" Finally, it has caused uncontrollable rising anxiety and self-harm rates among young users.
Therefore, it's crucial to reflect on why we adopt the "I don't care" attitude. Are we motivated by confidence in our decisions, or are we simply avoiding challenges? There are times when it's crucial to care deeply about others, the truth, and personal growth. At other times, it's equally important to remain indifferent to negativity, distractions, or unnecessary pressures. By carefully choosing when to adopt the "I don't care" attitude, we can lead more fulfilling lives.
A. The key is balance.
B. Motivation comes first.
C. Great achievements tend to come from ignoring doubters.
D. When no one takes responsibility, it is everyone's disaster.
E. This mindset, however, can also have negative consequences.
F. Others, however, are always concerned about everyone's feelings.
G. While this attitude can be liberating, it also comes with potential risks.
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16、Space agencies have been treating the idea of living on Mars (火星) a long-term goal. However, the thin air, low pressure and extreme temperatures are what most Earth life can't tolerate, let alone the constant radiation. So, a Mars shelter is central to any plan for sustainable human life. Shipping material from Earth would be far too unrealistic. A practical approach, as is published on the website NASA Science, is to build with what is already on Mars.
NASA has collected samples of Martian soil that may contain evidence of very early life. That raises a bigger question: if microorganisms (微生物) once lived on Mars, could they also help us build there? The focus is biomineralization — microorganisms create minerals as part of their metabolism (新陈代谢). Erik Richards, lead author of the research, said microorganisms on Earth that burgeon in tough settings such as acidic lakes, volcanic soils, and deep caves may be especially useful as we explore what could work under Martian conditions.
The work centers on a partnership between two bacteria: Sporosarcina pasteurii (巴氏芽孢八叠球菌), which is known for creating calcium carbonate, and Chroococcidiopsis (拟甲色球藻), a strong cyanobacterium that can survive extreme environments, including simulated (模拟的) Martian conditions. Together, they transform loose soil into a solid, concrete - like material.
The long-term vision is to combine this bacterial co-culture with Martian soil and use it as feedstock (原料) for 3D printing on Mars. If it works in volume, it could change how structures are made on this red planet. The potential value is not limited to construction. Because Chroococcidiopsis can produce oxygen, it could also help enable self-sustaining agriculture and Mars's terraforming (地球化).
Even with promising ideas, their work is still at an early stage. Repeated delays in Mars sample return limit how quickly Mars-specific construction methods can be tested and confirmed. Also, robotics today is unable to reproduce Martian gravity on Earth, yet gravity affects 3D printing and autonomous construction.
(1)、Why is a shelter of vital importance on Mars?A、Because material from Earth can't be used. B、Because too many space agencies want to stay. C、Because its conditions are deadly for Earth life. D、Because space agencies target long-term research.(2)、What does the underlined word "burgeon" in paragraph 2 mean?A、Boom. B、Sink. C、Communicate. D、Disappear.(3)、What can be inferred about the construction work?A、It is an incredibly fast process. B、It may bring about added bonus. C、It has been tested and confirmed. D、It takes just two types of bacteria.(4)、What is the last paragraph mainly about?A、Different stages. B、Promising ideas. C、Current obstacles. D、Potential applications. -
17、Today, AI models can do an astonishing variety of tasks from writing detailed reports to creating video on demand. Some people worry they will soon be surplus (过剩的) to requirements. But is AI actually putting anyone out of work?
Lots of experts claim that it is. They point to a recent paper by Carl Benedikt Frey and Pedro Llanos-Paredes, from the University of Oxford, which suggests a link between automation and declining demand for translators. At the same time, however, official American data suggest that the number of people employed in translation and the like is 7% higher than a year ago.
Others search the economic data for signs of the forthcoming AI job-loss, saying young graduates are now more likely than the average worker to be jobless. Well, no. American young graduates' relative unemployment rate, which is actual unemployment rate minus (减) national average unemployment rate, started to rise in 2009, long before generative AI came along. And their actual unemployment rate (2025), at around 6%, remains low.
As we examine American data on employment by occupation, we pick out workers believed to be vulnerable (易受影响的) to AI. These are white-collar employees, including people in back-office support, financial operations, sales and much more besides. We find that over the past year the employment in white-collar work has risen slightly.
Across the board, America's national average unemployment rate (2025) remains low, at 4.2%. Wage growth is still reasonably strong, which goes against the concern that AI is causing demand for labor to fall. And, outside America, earnings growth in many countries also remains strong.
There are two competing causes of these trends. First, despite the endless announcements about integrating AI into operations, few companies make much use of the technology for serious work. The second is that even when companies do adopt the tech, they do not let people go.
That said, whatever the cause, for now there is no need to panic.
(1)、What fuels people's fear of being unemployed?A、Limitations of human labor. B、Modern technological advances. C、Complexity of tasks in the AI era. D、Heavy workload in various fields.(2)、Which chart best shows American young graduates' relative unemployment rate?A、
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(3)、Why does the author mention two reasons in paragraph 6?A、To cite the data sources. B、To identify the likelier reason. C、To further justify his prediction. D、To model valid research methods.(4)、What's probably the author's attitude towards human employment?A、Puzzled. B、Alarmed. C、Indifferent. D、Optimistic. -
18、After spending most of his life on commercial cruises (游船), Guillaume Picard is now fighting to keep these vast ships out of the French port of Marseille. The former captain's new crew is a growing group of activists called "Stop Croisières", or Stop Cruises, the core of whom now numbers between 50 and 100, says Picard, including lawyers and ecologists. This non-violent organization mainly educates the public through leaflets and prevents the cruises through banners (横幅).
Few people know the sea better than Guillaume Picard. He grew up on a boat in the port of Hyères in southern France, and spent 30 years as a commercial captain, ferrying tourists and containers across the Mediterranean.
Now aged 65, it is with no small note of bitterness that he says, "When I go hiking, I find the mountains are an environment much better preserved." Picard's beloved sea is being destroyed, he believes, by cruises. Fifteen years ago, they were a rare sight in Marseille. Now, France's second city is one of Europe's busiest cruise ports. Last year, 2.5 million passengers stopped off, according to the port authority, a million more than the year before. Faced with this new reality, Picard couldn't wait to become the sea's protector, replacing his captain's whites with the all-black of a non-violent activist.
For Picard, the switch from boat captain to protector has been a long journey of self-education. He has regrets about his former career as a commercial sailor, but is trying to share his knowledge of the maritime (海运的) world with as many people as possible in the hope that it can be useful. "I certainly feel guilty," he says. "It's guilt for having participated in the destruction of life. But maybe that is the engine that makes me an activist now."
(1)、What do we learn about the group "Stop Croisières"?A、It is under Picard's leadership. B、It has brought sizable profits. C、It requires violence in some cases. D、It consists of former sailors only.(2)、Why did Picard feel it an urge to protect the sea?A、Because he lost trust in the port authority. B、Because he retired from commercial ships. C、Because he witnessed a sharp rise in cruises. D、Because he was tired of hiking in mountains.(3)、Which of the following best describes old Picard?A、Greedy and calculating. B、Organized and generous. C、Conservative and dreamy. D、Responsible and devoted.(4)、What does Picard's story show?A、Better late than never. B、Look before you leap. C、Fortune favors the brave. D、Opportunity knocks but once. -
19、London has more to explore beyond the British Museum! Now, get stuck into some small, specialized museums.
The Fan Museum
To be the most fan-tastic of all London museums, Greenwich's Fan Museum has an obvious head start. The collection dates back to the tenth century and the displays change throughout the year. According to the Victorian "language of fans", drawing a fan across the cheek means "I love you". Practice it, because it'll be your preferred method of communication.
Grant Museum of Zoology
Be warned: UCL's museum of zoology isn't for the faint of heart. The bones of an elephant head and a mole (鼹鼠) jaw are among the exhibits that discourage a total chicken. Your hair stands on end, yes, but you'll learn some fascinating stuff here. It's the Noah's Ark equivalent (等同物) of London's numerous medical museums.
The Magic Circle
If you've got a trick or two up your sleeve, this is the right place. Located at the Magic Circle Headquarters in Euston, its prized possessions include Harry Houdini's handcuffs (手铐) and the belongings of legendary magician Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin. Sadly, you can't explore it whenever you please — it can only be visited as part of a public event.
The Cinema Museum
This Kennington museum only opens its doors for guided tours if you book in advance. But believe us, it's worth all the trouble. There's a great collection of posters, projectors, cinema carpets, fan magazines and souvenirs, plus more than 17 million feet of film on exhibition.
(1)、Which museum is a bit scary?A、The Fan Museum. B、Grant Museum of Zoology. C、The Magic Circle. D、The Cinema Museum.(2)、What do The Magic Circle and The Cinema Museum have in common?A、They share a romantic theme. B、They set restrictions on visits. C、They operate on souvenir sales. D、They refresh exhibits frequently.(3)、Where is this text probably taken from?A、A travel journal. B、A history textbook. C、A tourist magazine. D、A historical document. -
20、阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。
One pleasant New-year morning, Edward rose, and washed and dressed himself very quickly. He wanted to be first to wish everyone a happy New Year. He looked in every room, and shouted the words of welcome. He ran into the street, to repeat them to those he might meet. When he came back, his father gave him two bright, new silver dollars. His face lighted up as he took them. He had wished for a long time to buy some pretty books that he had seen at the bookstore.
He left the house with a light heart, intending to buy the books. As he ran down the street, he saw a poor German family, the father, mother, and three children shivering with cold.
"I wish you a happy New Year," said Edward, as he was happily passing by. The man shook his head. "You do not belong to this country?" said Edward. The man again shook his head, for he could not understand or speak the English language. But he pointed to his mouth, and to the children, as if to say, "These little ones have had nothing to eat for a long time." Edward quickly understood that these poor people were in a very difficult situation and required some help. He took out his dollars, and gave one to the man, and the other to his wife.
How their eyes sparkled with gratitude! They said something in their language, which doubtless meant, "We thank you a thousand times, and will remember you in our prayers."
When Edward came home, his father asked what book he had bought. He hung his head a moment, but quickly looked up. "I have bought no books," said he, "I gave my money to some poor people, who seemed to be very hungry."
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"I think I can wait for my books till next New Year," continued he.
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Hearing what his father said and holding the books his father gave him in his arms, Edward felt he was the happiest boy in the world.
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