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1、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Italian diver and gardener Sergio Gamberini decided to see if he could grow vegetables in a plastic balloon underwater. The experiment was a success—so he decided to dive deeper into the world of underwater agriculture.
Today, Gamberini is the founder of a company using"biospheres"off the coast of Italy to grow a variety of plants, introducing the world to a new type of agriculture. The company's six "biospheres" are air-filled plastic balloons about two meters wide. Each is fixed to the seabed by chains so that it sits between 15 and 36 feet below sea level. The biospheres are equipped with cameras and sensors that allow researchers in the company to monitor CO2 levels, humidity, temperature, and more from a control tower on the shoreline. There's also a device to communicate with divers in the biospheres.
Solar panels(太阳能电池板) on the roof of the control tower power the fans that create airflow inside the biospheres, and because the temperature inside and outside the biospheres is consistent, there's no need to expend energy on the heating or cooling systems needed for traditional greenhouses.
The underwater garden doesn't require pesticides since bugs can't reach the plants, and though more research is needed, the company notes on its website that the higher-pressure conditions underwater appear to help plants grow more quickly.
The company is now ready to shift from the research phase of development to optimizing its biospheres for industrialization, with the goal of expanding them off coastlines around the world. To achieve the aim, the startup is now taking advantage of "digital twin" technology to precisely simulate(模仿) every aspect of its underwater garden.
Even with all the optimization potential offered by technology, Gamberini admits it's hard to imagine the produce grown in his startup's biospheres ever competing financially with traditionally grown crops. Still, he hopes the system's sustainability will be enough to draw customers.
(1)、What does Gamberini's company use "biospheres" mainly for?A、Doing scientific research on marine life. B、Creating a habitat for underwater animals. C、Monitoring climate change effects on coastal regions. D、Growing different types of plants through underwater agriculture.(2)、How is the temperature maintained inside the biospheres?A、By temperature regulation by divers. B、By advanced heating and cooling systems. C、By natural climate conditions of the underwater environment. D、By solar panels on the roof of the control tower on the shoreline.(3)、What can we infer about Gamberini's company?A、It contributes to climate change. B、It leads to excessive use of pesticides. C、It negatively affects ocean biodiversity. D、It has little negative influence on the environment.(4)、What is the topic of the text?A、Growing plants under the sea. B、The creative world of keeping animals. C、Exploring the depths of underwater farming. D、The challenge of growing greens underwater. -
2、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Is there any such thing as a salt tooth? We are familiar with a sweet tooth, along with the negative effects of sugar. We are broadly aware of the disadvantages of too much salt, including high blood pressure, which puts pressure on the blood vessels(血管), the heart and the kidneys. It can also lead to water retention(水肿). But we don't tend to police how much salt we eat—at least, not as rigorously as with sugar—or question whether we are just paying attention to our bodies, which require some salt for muscles to work properly, or we are being controlled by a strong urge.
A salt tooth is quite unlike a sweet tooth. It doesn't create an appetite for itself at the hormone level. But salt does make our taste buds get used to it, so that the more you eat, the more you need to get the same salty hit. This is why chefs can get heavy-handed with it.
As Sam Bloom, a nutritional therapist, explains,"What is generally more concerning is the fat that is used together with salt, like salty crisps, fries and fast food. Ready meals are often the worst for hidden salts. Anything that adds flavor that isn't a spice or herb will probably have salt added to it and can make you want to eat more because it tastes good. The salt and fat combination in these foods is what causes problems with cholesterol(胆固醇). The salt that people add to a meal is much less concerning."
Nutritionists' suggestion is convincing: When the desire for salt hits, avoid going straight for salty snack foods such as crisps and instead ensure you are well hydrated. Seek out whole foods, such as olives and leafy greens. These foods will help you alleviate the desire for salt, which may often be due to a desire for nutrient-rich food.
(1)、What does the underlined word "rigorously" in paragraph 1 mean?A、Strictly. B、Painfully. C、Loosely. D、Carelessly.(2)、Why is salt different from sugar according to paragraph 2?A、Salt attracts chefs. B、Salt gets people adapted. C、Salt can change hormone level. D、Salt generates a special appetite.(3)、What is Sam Bloom's attitude towards ready meals?A、Objective. B、Negative. C、Approving. D、Ambiguous.(4)、What is the last paragraph mainly about?A、Ways of seeking out whole food. B、Reasons for getting the desire for salt. C、Attitudes towards seeking for the nutrient food. D、Approaches to relieving the eagerness for salt. -
3、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
It's January and time to go back to school. For some, that might be a gloomy prospect after the joys of the post Christmas festive period. For me, though, it's as exciting as a trip to Antarctica, also as scary as starting a job for which I'm not sure whether I'm qualified.
To be embarking on a master's degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling at Regent's University at 71 is perhaps an unlikely route for someone who dropped out of school at 17. But now I've come full circle to the conclusion that nothing, for me, feels more stimulating at this point in my life than learning new things. That studying, far from being the bore and the chore it used to be, is a treat.
Turning 70 came as something of a shock. I started to feel I was drifting. Without a big project, and without any major family responsibilities, I was starting to feel I was lying on a bed of thorns. Friends of similar age were lapping up their lives, socializing and travelling. However, I longed for something more. Or perhaps not more, but different.
As the gloom grew, I thought perhaps I needed to see a therapist. A friend, a psychotherapist, suggested that while therapy might be useful, doing a course on the basics of psychotherapy and counselling might be more up my street. Without too much thinking, I decided to give it a shot.
So that's how every weekday I beep(发出哔哔声) myself through the gate with my student pass, which makes me smile every time. I feel privileged to be exposed to a group of my fellow students who are willing to be open to me.
While ageing is an inevitable process, we can get rid of a lot of the rules about what's age-appropriate. Studying for a master's degree in old age is a challenge, but it has provided me with a new perspective on life. Hence, ageing should never limit your ambitions.
(1)、How did the author feel when going back to school?A、Unrealistic. B、Expectant. C、Awkward. D、Resistant.(2)、Why did turning 70 come as a shock to the author?A、She lived without a purpose. B、She had achieved nothing before. C、She had to support her family. D、She was separated by her fellows.(3)、What is the author's suggestion when you are facing ageing?A、Seeking support if needed. B、Behaving age-appropriately. C、Keeping your passions alive. D、Socializing with young students.(4)、What can be the best title for the text?A、Returning To School—My Dream Since Childhood B、My Tough Journey To Pursuing A Master's Degree C、Learning—My Way To Overcome The Ageing Crisis D、My Efforts To Learn At An Unlikely Age Paying Off -
4、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Traveling on foot in Thailand is an amazing experience. While you get ready for a thrilling experience of a lifetime, take a look at some of the best places for your adventure.
Chiang Mai
The trails in Chiang Mai are perfect for amateur hikers. Hiking here is a superb choice as there are beautiful forests, valleys and rivers as well as various tribal(部落的) villages with ethnic minorities that you can explore.
Tips: Pick up a hiking option from an experienced operator that has in-depth knowledge of the area because it is a fairly large one.
Doi Inthanon
Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand. It is also one of the most beautiful places with three impressive waterfalls that flow down quickly. As you travel along the 47-kilometre road to the top, you will pass a few small villages of the Karen Hill Tribes and rice fields.
Tips: Make sure to have an experienced guide.
Hua Hin
One of the most incredible things to do is hiking in Hua Hin. The area features its elephant camps. You can care for the elephants, like feeding and bathing them. It must be a special experience to ride on the back of a tall elephant while exploring this beautiful region.
Tips: Make sure to pack extra clothes if you plan to bathe the elephants.
Kamphaeng Phet
As a historically significant part of Thailand, Kamphaeng Phet is a quiet and charming province with many cultural and natural attractions. You can explore the ancient ruins that are scattered throughout the province.
Tips: Be respectful of the statues and other religious monuments.
(1)、What do Chiang Mai and Doi Inthanon have in common?A、They have some tribal villages. B、They have 3,000-meter waterfalls. C、They are located in the urban areas. D、They are suitable for professional hikers.(2)、What can travelers do in Hua Hin?A、Design minority clothing. B、Set up the animal camps. C、Look after the elephants. D、Visit religious monuments.(3)、Which place should you go to if you are interested in historic culture?A、Chiang Mai. B、Doi Inthanon. C、Hua Hin. D、Kamphaeng Phet. -
5、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、Who is the speaker probably talking to?A、Researchers. B、Students. C、Foreign teachers.(2)、Which place has many displays from different countries?A、The de Young Museum. B、The Japanese Tea Garden. C、The Conservatory of Flowers.(3)、Which of the following is in the Japanese Tea Garden?A、A concert hall. B、An art gallery. C、A small lake.(4)、What do we know about Golden Gate Park?A、It's very big. B、Picnics are not allowed there. C、Concerts are put on every day there.
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6、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What would the woman like to discuss first about the essay with the man?A、The meaning. B、The source. C、The grade.(2)、What does the professor want to do before talking about her paper?A、Look at her paper. B、Mark her paper. C、Hand back her paper.(3)、What's the problem with the woman's essay?A、She wrote too long. B、She didn't focus on the topic. C、She wrote only two paragraphs.(4)、What will the speakers probably discuss next?A、How to make comments. B、How to introduce Lincoln. C、How to write the paper better.
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7、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、Why does the man hire bikes?A、To do some exercise. B、To visit his friend. C、To see the island.(2)、What does the woman advise the man to do?A、Hire a motorbike. B、Meet her tomorrow. C、Walk along the beach.(3)、Where is the man staying?A、At Burt's Bicycles. B、At the Holiday Sun Hotel. C、At No.100 Teckman Street.
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8、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、Where are the speakers probably?A、In an elevator. B、At a cinema. C、On a bus.(2)、What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A、Friends. B、Strangers. C、Neighbors.
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9、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、Why does the woman go to the Olympic Sports Center?A、To see a match. B、To attend a game. C、To watch a concert.(2)、How will the woman go to the Olympic Sports Center?A、By bus. B、By subway. C、By taxi.
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10、 When will the speakers meet?A、At 5:00. B、At 5:45. C、At 6:15.
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11、 What is the main topic of the conversation?A、The man's job. B、The man's vacation. C、The man's mother.
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12、 Which writer are most of the class writing about?A、Ernest Hemingway. B、William Shakespeare. C、F. Scott Fitzgerald.
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13、 Where is the desk?A、Under the window. B、Across from the door. C、Opposite the window.
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14、 What is the man probably?A、A driver. B、A waiter. C、A policeman.
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15、 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。
A young man named Monty Roberts who was the son of an itinerant (巡回的) horse trainer who would go from stable to stable, race track to race track, farm to farm and ranch (大农场) to ranch, training horses. As a result, the boy's high school career was continuously interrupted. When he was a senior, he was asked to write a paper describing his goal of someday owning a horse ranch. He wrote about his dream in great detail and he even drew a diagram of a 200-acre ranch, showing the location of all the buildings, the stables and the truck. Then he drew a detailed floor plan for a 40000 square-foot house that would sit on the 200-acre dream ranch.
"He put a great deal of his heart into the project and the next day he handed it in to his teacher. Two days later he received his paper back. On the front page was a large red F with a note that read, "See me after class."
The boy with the dream went to see the teacher after class and asked, "Why did I receive an F?"
The teacher said, "This is an unrealistic dream for a young boy like you. You have no money. You come from an itinerant family. You have no resources. Owning a horse ranch requires a lot of money. You have to buy the land. You have to pay for the original breeding stock and later you'll have to pay large stud fees. There's no way you could ever do it." Then the teacher added, "If you rewrite this paper with a more realistic goal, I will reconsider your grade."
Paragraph 1:
The boy went home and thought about it long and hard.
Paragraph 2:
Many years later, the same school teacher brought 30 kids to camp on a horse ranch owned by Monty Roberts.
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16、 目前,很多学生苦恼学习效率低,觉得时间不够用。学校组织班会,以"How to Spend Time Properly"为题,让同学们进行讨论。请你从以下方面准备发言稿。1. 恰当管理时间的意义;2. 如何恰当管理时间,给出建议。
注意:1. 词数80左右;2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
How to Spend Time Properly
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17、 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。
Sometimes referred to as the Thailand Water Festival, Songkran is an annual event that marks the (begin) of the Thai New Year. It's the (large) celebration throughout the whole country.
The festival kicks off April 13 and usually lasts three days though festivities can start early or end later in some cities. The holiday's main focus is about moving forward — in fact, the word Songkran comes from a phrase in Sanskrit language that means "passage of the sun".
Water plays a major role in the festival. (symbolical) it washes away the previous year so people can get ready for the next one.
Many families wake up early during Songkran and visit Buddhist temples, they bring offerings such as food and listen to monks as they preach. People sprinkle clean or scented water over statues of Buddha to represent purification and good fortune. Younger (visit) also pour water on the hands of elderly relatives and friends (show) their respect and ask for blessings in the coming year.
Honoring family traditions and (religion) practices are important, but so is having some fun. Outside, Songkran (celebrate) with street parties featuring loud music and a giant friendly water fight!
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18、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Joan Donovan was 84 years old when she finished her college degree, but the great-grandmother said she didn't want to stop learning just yet.
"I couldn't wait to get up in the morning to go to school. I met the most 1 people and fessors. Everyone surrounded me with 2 and support. And I learned that I had a 3 for writing," Donovan said. "That's when I found Southern New Hampshire University, which is a wonderful school. I just loved every minute of it."
Four years later, on December 13, 2022, Donovan graduated from Southern New Hampshire University with a master's 4 in creative writing.
Donovan said the university heard she was graduating when her son called the school to 5 a frame for her diploma as a Christmas present. 6 , the school decided to send more than just a framed diploma, including a cap and gown, cupcakes, balloons and university spirit wear (印有大学精神的服装).
When she was young, Donovan's mother called her "Brilliant". She started first grade at the age of 4 and graduated high school by 16. The family couldn't 7 college, but she was able to take some post-graduate classes for free at her high school.
Donavan always wanted a 8 education, but marriage, babies and a busy life 9 things a bit. But she never gave up on her dream.
"I'm a goal-seeker," she said. "And it was a goal, and I10 it. It's a dream come true, really." Now, Donovan said she is using her new degree to write a novel as well as an autobiography.
"Well, I waited 60 years to 11 my dream. So I hope others don't have to wait that long," said Donovan, adding that her autobiography will be about 12 the "roadblocks" of life.
Donovan, who has 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, said the most important thing she's learned in life is to be a "13 learner".
"Don't ever give up. I mean,14 something doesn't work the first time, just try it again," she said. "And 15 , you'll find your dream come true."
(1)A 、 important B 、 competitive C 、 promising D 、 intelligent(2)A 、 curiosity B 、 encouragement C 、 admiration D 、 congratulation(3)A 、 love B 、 trick C 、 interest D 、 hobby(4)A 、 position B 、 document C 、 degree D 、 grade(5)A 、 apply for B 、 ask for C 、 care for D 、 look for(6)A 、 Still B 、 Besides C 、 However D 、 Anyway(7)A 、 attend B 、 admit C 、 approve D 、 afford(8)A 、 formal B 、 valuable C 、 special D 、 flexible(9)A 、 buried B 、 delayed C 、 permitted D 、 expanded(10)A 、 reached B 、 established C 、 searched D 、 succeeded(11)A 、 satisfy B 、 challenge C 、 discover D 、 fulfill(12)A 、 building B 、 abandoning C 、 overcoming D 、 seizing(13)A 、 hard-working B 、 lifelong C 、 well-known D 、 selfless(14)A 、 if B 、 since C 、 though D 、 while(15)A 、 fortunately B 、 immediately C 、 thankfully D 、 eventually -
19、 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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
5 Proven Ways to Improve Your Concentration
We're all suffering from poorer concentration nowadays. Here are some simple habits to try.
Minimize distraction.
Work in a different room if you can. If you find yourself sidetracked (转移目标) by digital devices, turn off notifications (通知) and train yourself to check them at set intervals. Set a timer.
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Whether it's music, white noise or even silence, you might find there's a particular sound that helps you maintain your attention. This enhances alpha waves—brain waves that promote relaxation and are thought to play a role in cognition (认知) and, according to a small 2015 American study, make you more creative.
Focus on the right foods.
You might get help from certain so-called "brain foods". One of the best ways to keep your brain fit is to eat a healthy diet.
Move your body.
When you exercise, your heart rate increases, causing your body to release a protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF, which aids nerve cell growth.
Sleep well.
Who doesn't suffer from brain fog after a bad night? Everyone needs different amounts of shuteye but aiming for seven to nine hours is considered the ideal.
A. Structure your life.
B. Find the right sound.
C. These include fish, nuts, blueberries and dark chocolate.
D. This is important for concentration, memory and learning.
E. But there are ways you can improve your focus and get stuff done.
F. But even news platforms, and emails can be highly attention sapping.
G. Removing yourself from people and devices will allow you to concentrate better.
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20、 阅读理解
Parts of East Asia could see "rivers in the sky" form due to climate change, bringing record-breaking levels of rainfall with them, a new study has revealed.
The team, from the University of Tsukuba, Japan, have already seen clear signs of global warming hitting parts of the country, so they wanted to see how bad things could get. "It's been becoming more and more clear that global warming means more than just warmer temperatures," they wrote.
One particularly-damaging extreme weather event is an increase in rainfall to unexpected and unprecedented (前所未有的) levels, which can result in flooding. To help predict rainfall events, researchers looked to one of the causes — the interaction of atmospheric rivers with mountain ranges.
"As the name suggests, atmospheric rivers are long, narrow bands of concentrated water vapour flowing through the atmosphere," the team explained. "When one of these bands meets a barrier, such as a mountain range, it can produce extreme levels of rainfall or snowfall."
Parts of East Asia have been subjected to (遭受) an increasing number of damaging, extreme weather events over the past decade.
To understand the impact, the team used high-resolution global atmospheric circulations model simulations (模拟) that virtually re-create the conditions in the atmosphere. They then looked at other regional climate models, comparing simulations based on real, meteorological data (气象数据) from 1951 to 2010 to predictions for 2090.
Authors used the climate scenario that would result in 4℃ of warming, compared to preindustrial levels — which is significantly more than 2℃ target set as part of Paris Climate Agreement.
First author, Professor Yoichi Kamae, said that their simulations predict strengthened water vapour transport, as well as increased rainfall at unprecedented levels. In simulations the greatest amounts of atmospheric river-related rainfall occurred on the southern and western slopes of mountains in East Asia, including in Japan, the Korean Peninsula, and northeastern China. They had to limit the study to East Asia due to computer time and processing limitations, but predict it would apply to other regions around the world.
(1)、What's the possible consequence of the global warming?A、It contributes to polluted air. B、It leads to hot and rainy climate. C、It only results in the rise of temperature. D、It causes the destruction of more species.(2)、The author wrote Paragraph 4 to ____.A、describe the new study B、introduce atmospheric rivers C、analyze the cause of rainfallD warn people of global warming
(3)、How is the research carried to know the effect?A、By comparison. B、By discussion. C、By examples. D、By explanation(4)、What's the attitude of Professor Yoichi Kamae toward their simulations?A、They are risky. B、They are valueless. C、They are perfect. D、They are convincing.