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1、As I was shopping at the grocery store, I passed a dad talking to his teenage daughter. "You spent four hours on social media last night?!" he questioned. Continuing through the grocery store, I joined "Team Dad" and thought of countless ways social media could be harmful. Why do we waste so much time on those platforms? Maybe it's because they're not all bad. For all the harm social media can do to our kids, it can also do a lot of good — if we teach them to use it wisely.
Social media may be the single best way to stay in contact with family and friends you can't see on a regular basis. Just like the Christmas cards you may have received weeks ago, there's an opportunity for an ongoing update of what's happening in their lives.
Whether it's a phase where they need to dress themselves, or paint their rooms a new color, all kids want is to be able to express themselves. What they write, post, or engage with will give you a window into what they think is important.
Whether it's new dance moves, or baking recipes, the opportunities are endless.
Even if it's just saved in their brain and never posted, they had a chance to think creatively.
A. Social media puts the world right at your kids' fingertips.
B. Within healthy boundaries, there are benefits of social media.
C. These things can generate a deeper passion for communication.
D. It's a great supplement to stay engaged between in-person interactions.
E. The clear disappointment in his voice led to an argument about social media.
F. As kids begin to produce their own content, it gives them a space to be creative.
G. Social media can be a platform for your kids to express what's meaningful to them.
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2、Reading aloud was a common method in the ancient world, the Middle Ages, and as late as the 16th and 17th centuries. Readers were "listeners attentive to a reading voice," and "the text was to the ear as much as to the eye." The significance of reading aloud continued well into the 19th century.
Using Charles Dickens' 19th century as a dividing line, it would be useful to look at the familial (家庭的) and social uses of reading aloud and reflect on the functional change of it. Dickens usually read his work to friends. Lots of chapters of reading aloud also appeared in Dickens' own books. More importantly, he took into consideration the Victorian method when writing so much that his books are meant to be heard, not only read on the page.
Reading aloud in a Victorian family is well documented. Besides setting up a pleasant family relationship, reading aloud could protect young people from the danger of solitary (孤独的) reading. Reading aloud was a tool for parents' guidance: introduce literature to their children and combine leisure and more serious purposes such as religious cultivation in the youths.
Reading aloud in the 19th century was as much a class phenomenon as a family event, which shows that Victorian readership meant a middle-class readership. Those who fell outside this group tended to be ignored by Victorian publishers. Despite this, Dickens managed to provide books to people from different social classes by reducing the price of novels.
Since the literacy level of this part of population was still low before the Education Act, many people from lower classes would listen to texts. Dickens' readers, who were from such social backgrounds, might have heard Dickens in this manner. It was typical for his texts to be read aloud in Victorian England, and thus illiteracy (文盲) was not a barrier for reading Dickens. Reading was no longer a form of entertainment practiced by the middle class at home.
A working-class home was often not convenient for reading: too many distractions, bad lighting, and so on. As a result, the Victorians from the non-middle classes tended to find relaxation outside home, like in parks and squares, which were good places during their limited spare time. Reading aloud, especially public reading, in some way reduces the differences between classes. The Victorian middle class defined its identity through differences with other classes. Dickens's popularity among readers from the non-middle classes helped the creation of a new class of readers who read through listening.
Different readers of Dickens were not reading solitarily and "jealously". Instead, they often enjoyed a more common experience, which is generally too few in today's world. Modern audiobooks can be considered a version of the method. However, while the 20th- and 21st-century trend for individuals to listen to audiobooks keeps some features of traditional reading aloud — such as "listeners attentive to a reading voice" and the ear being the focus — it is a far more solitary activity.
(1)、How did the method of reading aloud influence Dickens' works?A、He started to write for a broader public crowd. B、He included more readable content in his novels. C、Scenes of reading aloud became common in his works. D、His works were intended to be both heard and read.(2)、Where could a London steel worker possibly have gone to for reading?A、Workplace. B、His/Her own house. C、Nearby bookstores. D、Trafalgar Square.(3)、What change did reading aloud bring to Victorian society?A、Different classes started to appreciate and read literary works together. B、People from lower social classes became accepted as middle-class. C、The differences between classes grew less significant than before. D、A classless society in which everyone could read started to form.(4)、What is likely to be discussed after the last paragraph?A、The potential benefits of modern reading trends. B、The possible problems of modern audiobooks. C、The major types of popular audiobook content. D、The economic effects on the publishing industry. -
3、The text from my son said it all, "Dad, there's an article you were born to write that the world is finally ready for: Bring Back the Handkerchief (手帕)!" As my son knows, there's no "bring back" for me. For me, the handkerchief never left.
My mother raised me with several fixed rules. One was that a gentleman always has a clean handkerchief in his right rear pocket, a piece of simple cotton, roughly 15 inches square and less than four inches when folded. I was a dutiful son, but as a child, I had been wondering what it was there for. After 60 years, my body weight now feels wrong if I'm heading out of the house with an empty back pocket.
I am sure this habit has sometimes struck friends but in polite company nobody comments on somebody else's business. Children like my kids think of my hankie ridiculously old-fashioned and they have their arguments. If you have to be prepared every day for allergies or a cold, why not choose a little packet of tissues, which saves you from that disgusting business of blowing your nose in the thing and then stuffing it back in your pants?
I understand their point. But a handkerchief is more durable and has a far wider variety of uses. Can you grab the handle of a pot that's boiling over with a Tempo tissue? Or do you recall the cases of skinned knees and drippy noses that hankie wiped? In fact, my wife gave me several new handkerchiefs as gifts. Neither of us can count the number of times she wiped her tears at a movie, or, as it happens, she's needed to blow her nose.
Yet not even my mother could have predicted the hankie's new role as an Essential Public Health Appliance. All of us have learnt how hard it is to follow advice from medical experts about not touching your face. Here is an answer. Use your hankie. In case of emergency, your handkerchief can become a makeshift DIY mask that can be pulled over your lower face like a robber entering a bank.
And it will certainly give me the chance to lift my chin and look at my adult children through one eye, asking in her good-hearted way, "What do you have to say now, smarty-pants?"
(1)、What kind of person is the author in the eye of his son?A、His father is a born writer. B、His father lost his handkerchief long ago. C、His father will bring back the handkerchief. D、His father has a habit of using handkerchief.(2)、How do the younger generation like the handkerchief?A、They regard it as an inconvenience. B、They see it as a sign of good manners. C、They appreciate its eco-friendly nature. D、They admit it is useful despite its style.(3)、What can be learned from the passage?A、The tradition of using handkerchiefs has disappeared. B、The value of handkerchiefs is appealing to the young. C、The social perception of handkerchiefs remains largely negative. D、The practical benefits of handkerchiefs are gaining new recognition.(4)、What's the tone of the author in the passage?A、Humorous. B、Critical. C、Serious. D、Bossy. -
4、Thanksgiving is almost here, which means many families are getting ready to enjoy a tradition that goes back hundreds of years: baking and eating delicious pie. Two classic desserts will battle it out at holiday tables. Is pumpkin pie better than apple pie?
Yes — pumpkin is perfect
Three reasons why pumpkin pie is better than apple pie
1. As one of America's first crops, pumpkin has become fall's signature flavor since the early 18th century. Even 300 years ago, Americans knew it was the best pie.
2. With its warm, comforting mix of cinnamon (肉桂), nutmeg (豆蔻), and other spices, delicious pumpkin pie gives you perfect bites that melt in your mouth, which simply can't be beaten.
3. As a bonus, pumpkins are packed full of vitamins and nutrients that are good for your body. So cut a perfectly shaped slice of pumpkin goodness and dig in.
No — apple pie all the way
Three reasons why pumpkin pie is not better than apple pie
1. Apple pie is just about as old as our country and even appeared in America's first cookbook. Have you heard the expression "It's as American as apple pie"? No one says that about pumpkin pie!
2. There are countless variations on the classic, with different spices and flavorings, dried fruits and nuts, and different crusts (酥皮). Apple pie is the clear winner for people who love the balance of fruit and buttery pie crust.
3. To quote another expression, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." That means apples are nutritious and help keep us healthy.
Now that you've read a bit more about this issue, click here to vote in our debate. Vote YES if you think pumpkin pie is better than apple pie or NO if you don't. We'll publish the results next week.
(1)、What do pumpkin pie and apple pie have in common?a. They are full of nutrients.
b. They have similar flavor.
c. They have deep roots in America.
A、a. B、ab. C、ac. D、abc.(2)、Where can the text be found?A、On a menu. B、On a website. C、In a magazine. D、In a cookbook.(3)、What's the purpose of the text?A、To invite readers to vote in a debate. B、To distinguish pumpkin pie from apple pie. C、To advertise pumpkin pie is better than apple pie. D、To encourage baking and eating pie at Thanksgiving. -
5、It was unbelievable ________ he designed went beyond the expectations of everyone in the room.A、that B、that what C、what D、what that
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6、The reason why the ________ soldiers can accept ________ happened in life is that they got through tests of life and death in the Long March.A、retiring; whatever B、retired; whatever C、retiring; no matter what D、retired; no matter what
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7、The result is not the same _______ they had expected, _______ was rather disappointing.A、as; which B、that; as C、which; which D、as; as
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8、During the summer holidays, we paid a visit to ______ was once our primary school ______ the workers use as a store.A、what; that B、where; which C、where; that D、what; where
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9、Just remember it is completely normal to fight with the stress _______ parent-child tensions create, and _______you and your parents can work together to improve your relationship.A、that; that B、which; where C、what; that D、what; where
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10、It was in the garden ________ she first met her boss ________ she lost her favorite ring that her father bought for her as a birthday present.A、that; that B、that; where C、where; that D、which; that
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11、________ is often the case, the strong adaptability she was accustomed to ________ from her childhood in a multicultural environment.A、What; developing B、It; developed C、As; developed D、That; developing
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12、You can't imagine what difficulty I have ________ on the problem ________ at the meeting.A、focused; referring to B、focusing; referring to C、focusing; referred to D、focused; referred to
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13、I recommend the government ________ this new method for city design since it is cheaper and practical, ________ the way most city design is done today.A、uses; compared to B、use; compared with C、use; comparing to D、uses; comparing with
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14、________ on the top of the mountain is an ancient tower ________ back to two hundred years ago.A、Standing; dating B、To stand; dated C、Having stood; dating D、Standing; dated
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15、 (beat) many times, the players lost hope for the next match.A、Having been beaten B、To be beaten C、Beating D、Having beaten
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16、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。
Beep, beep! The alarm rang one early morning and Sara's hands reached for the phone to turn it off, sending chills down her spine (脊背发凉). She had been up all night, practicing math in preparation for the exam. Though she was a bright student who scored well in English, science and other subjects, math had always remained a struggle for her.
"I've learned everything, but my mind just can't get it. It's like I've forgotten everything," she cried. Tears streamed down her cheeks, and she got butterflies in her stomach. Just then, there was a knock on the door.
"Breakfast is ready. Come, darling," called her mother. Sara quickly dried her eyes and rushed to the bathroom. "OK, Mum, I'll be there in five minutes," she said.
"Sara, bring your sandwich in the car and finish it on the way. Hurry up!" her mother said.
Sara responded, holding her sandwich but not taking any bites. All she could think was, "Why does math even exist? Why can't we choose whether or not to study it? My overall scores will drop again because of poor math scores." When they arrived at school, Sara made her way to the examination hall with a heavy heart. A teacher handed out the test papers.
As Sara looked at her paper, a wave of anxiety hit her. The math problems seemed to dance before her eyes. She held her pen tightly and swallowed (咽口水) hard, realizing that there wasn't a single question she could solve. Her mind went blank, and she dropped her pen, resting her head on the table.
Noticing her uneasiness (不安), the teacher asked if she was feeling well. Sara didn't respond, so the teacher took her to the office and called her class teacher Miss Mona, a kind and welcoming lady. Feeling comfortable with Miss Mona, Sara opened up about her dislike of math. She explained that while she tried hard to understand the problems, she struggled to keep up with the rest of the class, which made her feel slow and hesitant to do math.
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。
Miss Mona advised Sara to keep at math.
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By the end of the year, Sara finally got an A in math.
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17、你校将举办一场主题为"Will Human Teachers Be Replaced by AI Teachers?"的英语演讲比赛，请你写一篇演讲稿参赛。内容包括：
1. AI教师在教学中的优势；
2. AI教师目前存在的局限性或挑战；
3.你对于AI教师能否取代人类教师的看法及理由。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.开头已给出，不计入总词数。
Good morning, judges and fellow students Today, I am honored to share my thoughts on the topic of AI teachers.
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18、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。
The theme park you think appealing integrates artificial intelligence (AI) in (innovate) ways. When you wander around this fantasy amusement park, various AI (technology) will bring you into a magical world.
For example, sensors are programmed (detect) your preferences constantly, with the park's AI system predicting your needs in advance. Appliances and rides are controlled by AI can provide a superb experience. It is predicted that AI (play) a key role in future theme parks. Apart exciting rides, AI also helps to keep the park secure. Any potential danger, such as electrical leak or abnormal equipment operation, can be instantly reported to the Control Center.
If you want to have fun and more than fun, come to this AI-powered theme park! The park is seen as a (remarkable) successful example of high-tech entertainment. (inspire) by its success, other theme parks are predicted to apply this technology. In other words, this kind of park will become more common in the distant future, (combine) technology and fantasy perfectly.
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19、I visited my best friend Sean, whose mom, Cheryl could only communicate by her gesture I couldn't understand. I felt1 and fetched a notepad (记事本) to explain to her the reason for my visit.
Then I went to see Sean several times. Each time I entered her house, my mind flooded with guilt and anxiety. I always needed someone to2 to me, but her daughter-in-law, even her grandchildren, wouldn't take the time to learn sign language.
That night I saw that look of3 on her face. The next time I saw Cheryl, I didn't get the notepad or let my friend Sean help me, but decided to4, whatever it would take.
I could see5 appearing on her face as I spelled out each word with gesture. I knew how she felt knowing that someone6 enough to learn to communicate with her.
Within three weeks I had learned7 American Sign Language (ASL). One night, everyone was signing, when suddenly I could follow the8, Cheryl slapped her hand, looked at me in the eyes, and9 directly to me. She knew my heart and how much I loved her culture.
About a month ago, Cheryl, Sean, my dad, and I took a trip to California State University, Northridge, where I would study. As we sat in the deaf student advisor's office, no one10 but I understood. He explained the11 I would receive there would help me become a sign language interpreter and how he'd like me to start in an advanced ASL class.
I left the university and felt so12. So many people don't know about deaf people because of their13 to communicate with them. Now I would be able to help.
That night Cheryl and I sat in our hotel room; she14 and signed with smiling eyes. Unlike the days in her living room with a notepad, I15 and signed back, "I love you, too!"
（1）A 、pleased B 、interested C 、relieved D 、embarrassed（2）A 、lead B 、point C 、explain D 、expose（3）A 、hope B 、approval C 、satisfaction D 、loneliness（4）A 、leave B 、learn C 、check D 、escape（5）A 、pleasure B 、anger C 、disappointment D 、sadness（6）A 、grew B 、cared C 、changed D 、reserved（7）A 、advanced B 、entire C 、skillful D 、basic（8）A 、conversation B 、belief C 、instruction D 、task（9）A 、signed B 、admitted C 、talked D 、apologized（10）A 、translated B 、repeated C 、interrupted D 、occurred（11）A 、permission B 、regulation C 、education D 、suggestion（12）A 、shocked B 、excited C 、upset D 、worried（13）A 、will B 、promise C 、turn D 、inability（14）A 、set out B 、worked out C 、reached out D 、moved out（15）A 、finished B 、admitted C 、understood D 、refused -
20、Much like the New Year's tradition of setting goals, summertime offers a mid-year opportunity for reflection. Wherever you may live, summer is an ideal time to enjoy the outdoors.
Let this year's summertime be a reminder to control your technology use and ensure it isn't taking up your free time in a harmful way. If you want to use your home Internet to improve work-life balance, try a digital detox (排毒疗法). For many of us who rely on our cell phones for work, a total digital detox can be nearly impossible. However, there are several detox methods that can still suit your existing Internet needs.
Set disconnection time. Spare one to two hours per day for disconnection. For example, if you tend to do tasks in the evening, choose that time to put away all screens. Worried you might give in to temptation (诱惑)? Switch off your Wi-Fi router to prevent any online access.
Try a focus app. Apps like Opal and Forest are designed for productivity and focus. You can cut off the entire Internet or just certain distracting websites. Additionally, you can set focus times, such as during work hours, to help keep your concentration.
Weekend warrior (战士). If your goal is to strengthen your relationships, a weekend digital detox is a good way to start your progress. Going screen-free for 48 hours can be challenging at first. It can also give you enough time to reflect on your tech reliance and its impact on your presence with friends and family.
A. Simply leaving your phone in another room can be a good start.
B. Not everyone needs to disconnect from the Internet.
C. They allow you to control your technology access.
D. With it not working, you will have to take part in other activities.
E. It doesn't have to mean completely stopping using the Internet.
F. However, sticking to it can provide a big sense of achievement.
G. Therefore, seize this very season to reflect on your tech habits.