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Last Friday, a robot called EveR6 led an orchestra (管弦乐队) in a performance of Korean music at the National Theater of Korea. EveR 6 is about as tall as a person, and has a human-like face that can show emotions. Its joints (关节) allow it to move its arms quickly and smoothly in many different directions.
But EveR 6 doesn't think on its own like some advanced Artificial Intelligence programs. Instead, it has a limited group of movements that it has been trained to perform. To make these movements as natural as possible, EveR 6's movements are based on those captured from real human conductors.
In Friday's performance, the National Orchestra of Korea presented a concert titled "Absence". The concert included five different pieces of music. Two were conducted by EveR 6, and two were conducted by Soo-Yeoul Choi, who leads the Busan Philharmonic Orchestra. Both conductors worked together on the final piece.
Mr. Choi was impressed with the way EveR 6 moved. "The robot was able to present such detailed moves much better than I had imagined," he said.
But Mr. Choi added that the robot's biggest weakness is that it can't hear. "Some people think that conducting is just a combination of hand waving and keeping the beat," said Mr. Choi. "But a good conductor needs to listen to the orchestra, so that he or she can correct and encourage the orchestra as it plays."
Mr. Choi and EveR 6 both conducted a piece of music called "Sense". Instead of musical notes, EveR 6 had instructions for how to play the piece. The conductors and musicians had to work together to create the music. Mr. Choi communicated with the musicians while EveR 6 kept the beat. Mr. Choi said that once EveR 6 started, the musicians had "no choice but to follow its beats".
Mr. Choi doesn't think robots are likely to replace human conductors. But he believes robots could be helpful in situations like practice sessions where the same thing needs to be repeated many times.
(1)、What do we know about EveR 6 from the text?A、It is an experienced conductor. B、It has a lifelike appearance. C、It is able to listen to music. D、It is much shorter than a person.(2)、What does the underlined word "captured" in paragraph 2 meanA、Stolen. B、Stopped. C、Recorded. D、Hidden.(3)、What advantage does a human conductor have over EveR 6?A、Waving hands. B、Keeping the beat. C、Having instructions. D、Communicating with musicians.(4)、What is the text mainly about?A、A robot conducting an orchestra. B、An orchestra having performed in Korea. C、Modern music combined with technology. D、Two conductors getting worldwide recognition. -
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Fun Fall Weekend Getaways
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Alabama's Gulf Shores is attractive year-round, but the fall months bring fewer crowds and more affordable prices on hotels. Head to Gulf Shores for warm ocean waters and lovely white sand beaches that you may have all to yourself. There's also plenty to do at this beach destination outside of playing in the sand and surfing. For example, you can visit a downtown music bar.
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque's amazing landscapes provide an enjoyment for visitors year-round. However, visiting in fall allows you to enjoy the famous Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, which takes place in October. Book a trip in early October to see hundreds of brightly colored balloons dot the sky—you can even take a balloon ride yourself. Because this hot air balloon festival is such a popular event, you'll want to secure accommodations well in advance.
Laconia, New Hampshire
You may not have heard of Laconia before. This small New Hampshire city is mostly known for its incredible fall festivals. Perhaps you've heard the famous New Hampshire Pumpkin Festival, which takes place here in late October. Plan a weekend getaway to check out the amazing display of jack-o'-lanterns, live music, the Children's Costume Parade, a cornhole tournament and more.
Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
Located around 75 miles southwest of the nation's capital is Shenandoah National Park a great place for leaf peeping (赏叶) and exploring the outdoors in autumn. This national park has more than 200,000 acres of forest, waterfalls, flower fields and plenty of wildlife. For example, you can spot black bears, deer and birds throughout the national park.
(1)、What can tourists do in Alabama's Gulf Shores?A、Enjoy whites and beaches. B、See beautiful fallen leaves. C、Attend pumpkin exhibitions. D、Watch the Children's Costume Parade.(2)、Why are people advised to travel to Albuquerque in fall?A、There are fewer tourists. B、There is a famous balloon festival. C、They can take a balloon ride for free. D、They can save money during the trip.(3)、Which place should you visit if you are interested in wildlife?A、Gulf Shores. B、Albuquerque. C、Laconia. D、Shenandoah National Park. -
3、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does the speaker do now?A、A gardener. B、A cook. C、An office worker.(2)、What does the speaker do at weekends?A、He plants trees. B、He repairs his truck. C、He drives to the country.(3)、What is the speaker's wife interested in?A、Picking up leaves. B、Buying old radios. C、Collecting old cookery books.
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4、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What are the speakers doing?A、Doing some exercise. B、Making a training plan. C、Attending a sports meeting.(2)、How long will the first period of the exercise last?A、Two weeks. B、Four weeks. C、Six weeks.(3)、Which sport does the man plan to practice on Wednesday?A、Cycling. B、Swimming. C、Running.(4)、How does the man find the second period of the exercise?A、Interesting. B、Easy. C、Stressful.
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5、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、Where is the boy now?A、At school. B、At a stadium. C、In his house.(2)、How will the bay get home?A、By bike. B、By bus. C、By car.(3)、What time is it?A、3:30. B、4:00. C、5:00.
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6、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is the woman probably?A、A customer. B、A manager. C、A secretary.(2)、When will the man's train leave for London?A、At 9:30 am. B、At 11:30 am. C、At 5:00 pm.(3)、Who will the man meet on Thursday?A、Mr. Black. B、Ms. Smith. C、Mike.
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7、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A、Classmates. B、Teacher and student. C、Strangers.(2)、What does the man want to do during the summer vacation?A、Learn to drive. B、Do volunteer work. C、Go sightseeing.
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8、 What is the conversation about?A、A boss. B、An exam. C、An interview.
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9、 Why does the woman call the man?A、To look for a job. B、To ask him to put up a notice. C、To leave a message for her piano teacher.
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10、 How much is the milk?A、$3. B、$3.50. C、$6.50.
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11、 What does the woman think of sharing a room with others?A、Uncomfortable. B、Enjoyable. C、Troublesome.
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12、 Where is the man's raincoat?A、In the office. B、On the bus. C、At home.
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13、 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。
Drew and Tia sat at a picnic table in the park on a beautiful fall afternoon. The air around them was filled with the sounds of children playing, dogs barking, and people laughing or calling to one another. But Drew and Tia ignored the sounds around them and focused on the task they had set out to complete. They planned to start a school garden at Jefferson Middle School.
Initially, it had been Drew's idea. He had first seen a school garden when he went to visit his cousin P. J. in Washington. He was amazed at the variety of fruits and vegetables the students at P. J. 's school grew. "It's a lot of work, "P. J. had warned. "But it's also my favorite part of the week. I love putting on my boots, getting outside, and seeing all the new things that have happened. " When Drew returned from his trip to Washington, he told Tia all about what he had seen.
Now, at the table, they were determined to come up with a plan to bring a school garden to Jefferson. Drew opened his notebook and prepared to record any ideas they had for convincing Ms. Milano, the school principal, that the garden was a good idea.
"We're going to need an adult to guide the whole operation, " said Drew thoughtfully. "I know that Mr. Issac gardens at home. Just last week he brought in a whole basket of tomatoes and zucchini from his garden. He might be willing to help. "Drew wrote down Mr. Issac's name in his notebook.
"We might need donations to get this project up and running, " added Tia. "We could tell Ms. Milano that we would be willing to organize a yard sale to raise funds. "
"That's a great idea, " said Drew. "I think we need to be able to present her with a realistic plan. That way, Ms. Milano wouldn't feel as though she agreed to something unknown. "
注意: 1. 续写词数应为150左右; 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Closing the notebook, they took action.
"Actually, I was doubtful when you first came to me. "said Ms. Milano.
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14、 假定你是李华,你在学校举办的"Adversity and Courage"英语演讲比赛中获奖,请给指导外教Miss Morton写一封邮件表示感谢。内容包括:
1. 感谢指导;
2. 个人感悟。注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。Dear Miss Morton,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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15、 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。
A stuffed toy named "Happy Loong" from Gansu Provincial Museum has recently distinguished (it)from conventional souvenirs and captured the hearts of tourists.
Modeled a Ming Dynasty gold decoration in the shape of a loong, or Chinese dragon, over 1, 000 of these chubby (圆胖的) smiling loong toys were sold in the first week after it hit the market earlier this year.
Besides "Happy Loong", the museum sells stuffed toys (inspire)by the Dunhuang Flying Apsaras and the bronze galloping (飞驰的) horse from the Eastern Han Dynasty, combine rich history with the appetite of Generation-Z.
This innovative approach to museum souvenirs reflects broader trend of making cultural products appealing to young Chinese museum-goers. The Palace Museum's online store, for instance, (offer)playful and humorous souvenirs featuring emperors in Chinese history, receiving positive reviews from young visitors.
The success of these innovative souvenirs lies in the ability (meet)the demands of young people seeking relaxation and individuality. However, designing truly (create) cultural product requires a good knowledge of cultural relics.
Looking ahead, the museum souvenir market in China is expected to continue growing, presenting abundant (opportunity)for designers.
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16、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
"Who's that, Grandma?" Four-year-old Taylor pointed to a delicate gold photo frame I had placed on my desk. "That's great-grandma Gladys, "I replied.
I 1 the picture, my fingers carefully tracing the outline of the familiar face returning my gaze(凝视): her clear blue eyes, the wrinkle lines that 2 her forehead and the tender smile that always comforted me.
My mind was filled with remembrances of my mother. Always the 3 , it seemed she never made anyone angry. Even though she was 4 able physically, she baby-sat my young daughter so I could work. She always made 5 for her grandchildren. Even when she wasn't with them, she was making something for them with her hands.
Then her illness 6 . The doctor wanted to experiment with a (an)7 that might give her another year of life. She agreed so she could be around to 8 her long-awaited first great-grandchild.
The surgery 9 . Several weeks later, Mom passed away, exactly a month before Taylor's birth. Still in great 10 , I traveled five hundred miles to be with my family and welcome my new grandson.
A few days later, as I 11 Taylor gently to help him sleep, suddenly I understood why she was so 12 taking care of for our family. Her love for us was so deep and so 13 -a love I was only beginning to learn to give.
"She looks like you, Grandma!" Taylor's voice brought me back to the 14 . He touched the gold-framed photo tenderly. My eyes turned to his, and a 15 smile came to my lips and heart, for then I knew my mother's love and peace. It's a legacy (遗产) of love.
(1)A 、 reached for B 、 asked for C 、 threw away D 、 put away(2)A 、 toughened B 、 smoothed C 、 crossed D 、 shaded(3)A 、 peacemaker B 、 daydreamer C 、 fortuneteller D 、 goalkeeper(4)A 、 slightly B 、 merely C 、 thoroughly D 、 barely(5)A 、 money B 、 time C 、 trouble D 、 room(6)A 、 remained B 、 disappeared C 、 relieved D 、 worsened(7)A 、 examination B 、 regulation C 、 operation D 、 reflection(8)A 、 investigate B 、 greet C 、 search D 、 recognize(9)A 、 paused B 、 continued C 、 failed D 、 worked(10)A 、 sorrow B 、 danger C 、 thrill D 、 debt(11)A 、 grabbed B 、 rocked C 、 fixed D 、 teased(12)A 、 astonished at B 、 worried about C 、 impressed with D 、 committed to(13)A 、 unreal B 、 unbearable C 、 unreasonable D 、 unconditional(14)A 、 story B 、 present C 、 memory D 、 destination(15)A 、 soft B 、 proud C 、 bitter D 、 tight -
17、 阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
It's common to communicate by way of text, and that works well for everything from setting plans with a friend to asking you to pick up a grocery item. . Fighting over text, can cause problems and can even break up friendships or partnerships. Ahead, we'll examine why.
• There's no vocal tone involved
When we speak, the person we're talking to can tell how serious or light we are by our tone. . Everything is flat in writing, so without vocal tone to clarify, it's easy to assume the worst in someone and their intentions.
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We also communicate in person through nonverbal ways. How we act physically lets others know how we feel. And without that in text, an argument can be worsened to a terrible point without one person even becoming aware of how upset the other is.
• Different communication paces affect a lot
. And when arguing, it can get even faster. It happens not to read all of a person's reply before you respond again, and the more upset you get, the harder it may be to express yourself clearly or to understand the person you're fighting with.
• Emojis and gifs can be hurtful
In the same way that visual communication tools like emojis and gifs can add fun to conversations, they can also make things much worse in a text disagreement. It can be challenging to know when you've taken emojis or gifs to a hurtful place, especially if the other person holds in that information and doesn't tell you at the moment.
A. Body language is absent
B. Text, on the other hand, has no tone
C. Long-term healthy relationships collapse
D. Texting is generally a quick back-and-forth exchange
E. This happens if he is feeling unsafe in the discussion
F. However, we may have taken communication by text too far
G. Our tone tells us a conversation is heading in the wrong direction
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18、 阅读理解
Why do we universally appreciate cartoons? Because they are visual -the humor unfolds right before our eyes. As writers, we have a unique challenge to craft worlds, including humorous ones, using only words.
At first glance, writers and cartoonists have vastly different toolboxes and skill sets. But if you look closely, you wil notice similar devices, such as simplification, exaggeration (夸张), and contrast.
In many literary forms, decoration enriches a piece. That's not true for humor writing- humor can get lost with too many details. Adding a bit of shading will give depth to an illustration, yet there's usually no need to detail every feature. There's a thin line between plain and funny, and the difference often lies in whether a writer adheres to the universal comedic principle, "less is funnier. "By simplifying complex situations, characters, plots, and reactions, your work becomes more digestible and humorous.
Exaggeration is one of the most straightforward and effective comedic tools. As a humor writer, don't shy away from every chance to stretch the truth, whether by understatement or overstatement. However, effective humor is truth based. The relationship between exaggeration and realism in humor is like stretching a rubber band (橡皮筋). A little stretching, even repeated stretching, is no problem. However, overstretching the band will cause it to break, as well as the humor and the reader's trust.
Contrasting is the juxtaposition (并列) of elements not usually coupled, a technique that cartoonists use to create humorous mismatches by placing significantly different elements side by side. As writers, we can use juxtaposition to brainstorm new humor angles and create funny mismatches.
Humor is at its funniest when it's visual, and writers can craft more humorous material by employing the same techniques used by cartoonists. By thinking and writing visually, you can show the funny to readers.
(1)、What do writers and cartoonists have in common in expressing humor?A、They craft worlds literally. B、They focus closely on details. C、They employ techniques alike. D、They get through to readers easily.(2)、What does the underlined phrase "adheres to" in paragraph 3 probably mean?A、Break. B、Follow. C、Revise. D、Challenge.(3)、What is a way to achieve humour according to the author?A、Overstating simple situations. B、Shying away from the truth. C、Reducing the number of characters. D、Combining uncoupled elements.(4)、Where is the text most probably taken from?A、A review of modern cartoons. B、An essay on the art of writing. C、An introduction to painting skills. D、A guidebook for passionate readers. -
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Rushing down the path, the traceur (跑酷者) is on the lookout for his next obstacles such as fire escapes, walls, or fences. As soon as he realizes a massive brick wall stands between him and where he wants to be, he unintentionally grabs on the wall with his hands and lifts himself to stand on top of it. His next move is a jump that lands him back on solid ground; however, noticing that he is unstable, he rolls to avoid injury.
Traceurs are athletes who perform remarkable gymnastics actions in urban environments. Serious traceurs are fascinated not just by the physical challenges of Parkour, but by its philosophy. Those who learn to excel at Parkour claim to develop not just physical fitness, but increased self-confidence and critical thinking skills, as they train themselves to find ways around every obstacle in their paths.
Because of these philosophical foundations, Parkour is often described by traceurs as more of a lifestyle or an art form than a sport. Passionate traceurs are determined to keep Parkour from becoming a competitive attempt. Competition, they argue, devalues the philosophical theory behind Parkour. People who practice Parkour should be more concerned with their relationship to the environment than with a ticking clock, a score, or a cheering crowd. Furthermore, traceurs should work with each other to improve confidence, awareness, and unity. Competition, they argue, only brings about feelings of conflict and disharmony.
While Parkour purists suggest that the philosophy behind Parkour helps to limit injuries, they must remember that not everyone who tries to leap over a mailbox is an experienced traceur trying to get in touch with his or her environment. Adolescents attempting to carry out these acrobatic (杂技的) skills could severely injure themselves. So while newcomers to Parkour might be eager to investigate this art of movement, it would be wise for them to remember the physicality behind the philosophy. After all, philosophy is not much good to a broken leg.
(1)、Why does the author describe a traceur at the beginning?A、To illustrate what Parkour is like. B、To teach ways of avoiding injuries. C、To explain different Parkour moves. D、To highlight the popularity of sports.(2)、How can Parkour enhance a traceur's self-confidence?A、By strengthening physical fitness. B、By winning Parkour competitions. C、By building faith in conquering barriers. D、By grasping some philosophical theories.(3)、What do we know about serious and pure traceurs?A、They are aware of how to treat injuries. B、They suggest individual efforts in the sport. C、They stress the relationship to the environment. D、They are more concerned with remarkable actions.(4)、What does the author advise newcomers to do?A、Face physical challenges boldly. B、Learn from experienced traceurs. C、Start from leaping over a mailbox. D、Consider the risk of severe harm. -
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In Takoma Park, Maryland, in suburban Washington, people, adults or students, lined up at a pay phone outside a restaurant several times a week.
"Once I put the phone out there, it just took off, " said David Schulman, a Takoma Park violinist who created the Bird Calls Phone. Listeners push 1 to hear a yellow-crowned night heron (夜鹭), 7 to hear a pileated (红冠) woodpecker's call and 9 for the distinct scream of a red-tailed hawk. Instructions about how to use the phone are in three languages: English, Spanish and Amharic-a reflection of Takoma Park's Ethiopian community. In all, 10 birds native to the Takoma Park area are featured.
In addition to being fun, listening to Bird songs can reduce stress and anxiety, studies show. Even hearing recordings of birds can relieve negative emotions.
After noticing an abandoned, nonworking pay phone in town, Schulman wondered if he could turn it into something appealing. He said, "I really like the old technology of just picking up a receiver, pressing one button and having something happen. "Schulman thought bringing birds sounds to the abandoned phone was a way to add a bit of nature to the neighborhood.
Takoma Park city officials agreed, and they budgeted $5, 000 to complete the project. Schulman reached out to The McCaulay Library in Ithaca, New York, which agreed to send him a few dozen recordings of native birds. He then managed to gain the help of software engineer and artist Branden Hall to rewire the phone to play different bird calls. Schulman said he persuaded several of his friends to record short descriptions of each bird to go with the calls.
"One thing I like about the Bird Calls Phone is that it's the opposite of a loud broadcast, " Schulman said. "Only one person can listen at a time, and each person will take away their own unique experience. "
(1)、What will listeners hear if they press buttons on the pay phone?A、The calls of native birds. B、Songs in different languages. C、Descriptions of local creatures. D、Instructions on reducing stress.(2)、Which of the following best describes David Schulman?A、Observant and nature-loving. B、Diligent and easy-going. C、Serious and public-spirited. D、Ambitious and kind-hearted.(3)、What can be inferred about the project?A、It encourages art appreciation. B、It presents the harmony among birds. C、It turns loud broadcasts into private phones. D、It receives broad support from the community.(4)、What can be a suitable title for the text?A、A Violinist Specializes in Ecology B、Pick up the Phone, Hear Bird songs C、Close to Nature, Far From Depression D、Turn Trash into Treasure in Washington