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1、 What does the man ask the woman to do?A、Sew some clothes. B、Clean up the floors. C、Be more careful next time.
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2、 Where does the conversation take place?A、In a shop. B、In a restaurant. C、On a sports ground.
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3、 How many grandchildren does the woman have now?A、3. B、4. C、2.
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4、 How will the speakers go to the new shopping mall?A、By car. B、By bus. C、On foot.
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5、 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。
It was in the bleak midwinter, and the traveling couple, trudged (费力地走) through the cold night, seeking shelter. The father- to- be scanned the roadside for some home, some inn, some stable where his struggling companion might rest safely for the night. He looked over at her frequently. She labored along without complaint, her way made heavier by the new life growing inside her. They needed a warm, dry place safe from the bitter wind. When her time came, it must not be out here along the roadway.
Gus Kiebel, a county wildlife officer, was driving home from work when he spotted the pair in the flash of his headlights. It was snowing so hard that it was difficult to see, but he could tell the dogs were wearing collars and tags. What were they doing out here on this stretch of wooded road, when it was too cold for dogs to go outside? Gus parked his truck and approached the animals. He squatted(蹲下) and stretched out his hands to the beagles, which made no effort to escape. He read their tags by his truck's headlights: The female was named Pepper, and the male was Cooper. He pulled out his phone to call the number listed, but it was snowing so hard that his screen blurred.
He placed the dogs in his truck, on the floorboards on the passenger side. By the time he came around to the driver's side, they had climbed onto the passenger seat and were snuggled(依偎) together there. Gus dried his phone, snapped a picture of the pair and sent it to his wife, Katic Kiebcl.
Then he dialed the number from the dogs' tags. A man answered and immediately grew defensive when Gus told him why he was calling."I gave those dogs away," the man said." They' re not mine anymore."
" Well, do you want them back?"
" No. I can't take care of them." The man hung up.
These beagles were abandoned, then. Gus looked over at them, their large ho und eyes pleading. Gus called the county dog warden's office, but it was after hours, so he left a message. Then he called Katie.
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。
Paragraph 1:" You cannot put them back out in the snowstorm," she said." Bring them home."
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Paragraph 2: Already having a family dog, Gus phoned a nearby animal welfare center the next day.
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6、 假设你是李华。上个月, 你参加了学校开展的"职业初体验"( My First Experience in Career)实践活动。现校英文报正向全校学生征集相关稿件。请你写一篇短文投稿,内容包括:(1) 你的体验过程;(2) 你的体验感受。
注意:(1) 写作词数应为80左右;(2) 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
My First Experience in Career
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7、 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。
An exhibition titled" Learn from the Past and Know the Future: China's Archaeological (考古学的) Achievements in the New Era" is taking place at the National Museum of China. Nearly 400 of the most recently( unearth) cultural relics from the collections of 43 museums and archaeological institutions are ( current) on display.
The exhibits cover a wide range of periods include a variety of fields. The exhibition vividly describes the history of human origins, the ( form) of Chinese civilization and its development within the boundaries of China. One striking part of the exhibition is the hand axes, are fundamental tools that were created and used by early humans. They are characterized by both their aesthetic and practical ( function). Bronzeware is another eye- catching part of the exhibition. A bronze box Yuncheng, Shanxi Province that( date) back to the Spring and Autumn period is famous for its elegant design. And a string- patterned stove vividly reflects the significant role that the Silk Road played in connecting China with the world.
It is also worth ( note) that the design of the exhibition hall was inspired by the unique spatial structures of the archaeological sites, offering audiences the chance ( understand) the relationship between archaeological work and its outcomes better.
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8、 阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I could feel the excitement rising in me as I held the beautifully wrapped present in my hands. Unable to1 my curiosity any longer, 2 it open. It was a brand- new laptop. I had scored straight As for my examinations and this was my 3 .
Soon I became 4 to my new- found electronic friend. I began to spend increasing time on it and was5 to the glowing screen before me. During weekends, I could 6 spend a few hours on my laptop. It came to a point where I chose to 7 myself in my room, refusing to come out and engage in family8 . I preferred to stay connected to the people I befriended in cyberspace(网络空间) although I had never met them. Gradually, my sleep was 9 to only scattered naps, and my grades at school also began10 .
It was about this time that my parents started 11 their disapproval. I was asked to reduce my usage of the internet. Yet, however hard I tried, I was unable to pull myself away and concentrate on my lessons. I was12 for just another click and another look at my message board. Then one day, my father 13 my laptop.I complained but in vain.
Over time, I realized that Dad and Mom had always wanted the best for me. That was when I decided to take the big step — to 14 my internet addiction. Quitting was harder than I expected.
But with dogged determination, I knew that I would 15 a new leaf.
(1)A 、 arouse B 、 stimulate C 、 contain D 、 cultivate(2)A 、 tore B 、 cut C 、 broke D 、 sliced(3)A 、 order B 、 reward C 、 inspiration D 、 strategy(4)A 、 glued B 、 motivated C 、 indifferent D 、 impatient(5)A 、 resistant B 、 alert C 、 sensitive D 、 addicted(6)A 、 easily B 、 hardly C 、 clumsily D 、 regretfully(7)A 、 trap B 、 adapt C 、 lock D 、 shelter(8)A 、 conflicts B 、 discussions C 、 investments D 、 assessments(9)A 、 restricted B 、 adjusted C 、 instructed D 、 reduced(10)A 、 rising B 、 declining C 、 stabilizing D 、 shifting(11)A 、 voicing B 、 sharing C 、 challenging D 、 opposing(12)A 、 responsible B 、 grateful C 、 desperate D 、 ready(13)A 、 gave away B 、 took away C 、 threw away D 、 swept away(14)A 、 ignore B 、 admit C 、 monitor D 、 conquer(15)A 、 turn over B 、 pick up C 、 rely on D 、 attend to -
9、 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。
A fixed mindset of interest can harm creativity and innovation. If people believe they are limited to only a few particular interests and, in consequence, do not explore other areas, they may miss seeing important connections across different dimensions Those who with a growth mindset are also more likely to be creative when solving problems.
In June, we published findings from an intervention that succeeded in that aim. In two studies involving more than 700 first- year liberal arts undergraduates, we began by assessing how our participants saw themselves. The majority held strong interests in the arts, humanities and social sciences.
We then randomly assigned students to either our intervention or a study skills module. Our intervention included reading and reflective writing activities that helped students think about interests and passions as cultivated rather than as simply found and fixed. The study skills module had a similar set of exercises but with an emphasis on building classic skills, such as time management and active learning.
These students were required to take at least one math and science course during their first year. That meantwe could check how the intervention may have influenced their perspectives on math and science.
By the end of the year, students who had received the intervention were more interested in their required math and science courses than those who received the study skills module—— and this boost was particularly apparent among students who initially reported that they were not a" math- and- science person". These students became more skilled in math and science and grew into interdisciplinary(跨学科的) scholars.
A. So can a growth mindset of interest be taught?
B. How can a growth mindset of interest be cultivated?
C. Meanwhile, a growth mindset of interest comes with many advantages.
D. Moreover, most reported that they were not a" math- and- science person"
E. They also earned better grades in courses than those receiving the study skills module.
F. However, a growth mindset of interest can fuel people's further exploration to different fields.
G. For example, students read an article stating the benefits of viewing interests as developable.
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10、 阅读理解
Lord Norman Foster, renowned as one of the world's foremost architects, has devoted decades to redefining the concept of tall buildings." What we've done is create a sense of identify draw n from real needs," Foster said." It's not a fashionable idea, but generated from the realities we were in." His masterpiece includes iconic structures such
as the HSBC building in Hong Kong. Now, he's set his sights on Qatar.
Currently nearing completion and set to reach a height of 301 meters, Foster's Lusail Towers are ready to claim the title of Oatar's tallest buildings. Lusail Towers are intended to serve as a center for Oatar's financial institutions, with four distinctive blocks, two standing at 70 stories and two at 50 stories.
But the construction itself wasn't all plain sailing. To address the unique challenges presented by Oatar's hot climate, Foster's team had to depart from the materials commonly used in skyscrapers in cooler countries—— part of what Foster called a decades- long quest to" reinvent the tall building." The design combines advanced shading with ventilation (通风), while the towers' surfaces are coated with" marine- grade" aluminum(铝) that wraps around the buildings, protecting the glass from strong sunlight while maintaining the views and still letting in natural light. Central to the project are special shading fins(鳍), which not only optimize views and natural lighting for occupants but reduce solar radiation by 70% compared to traditional all- glass towers.
While the towers are ready to become a recognizable landmark for Lusail, Foster believes that a city's skyline reflects what lies beneath the surface. It was crucial to integrate the towers into a" low- scale master plan." They are strategically positioned on top of a subway line and at the end of a commercial avenue linking the waterfront to the nearby football stadium. According to Foster, the ground features of the plaza will play a significant role in the objective of transforming the area into a lively public space for the future
(1)、According to Foster's concept, what should, tall buildings be like?A、Creative. B、Identical. C、Fashionable. D、Practical.(2)、What can we learn about the Lusail Towers?A、They will function as a global financial center. B、They are expected to be Qartar's tallest building. C、They are Foster's most renowned iconic masterpiece. D、They have four blocks with the same style and height.(3)、What was the solution to the challenges caused by Qatar's hot climate?A、Replacing the glass with" marine- grade" aluminum. B、Coating the tower with an unconventional material. C、Reducing the views and natural lighting with shading fins. D、Protecting the glass from natural light and solar radiation.(4)、What's the goal of" low- scale master plan"?A、To link the waterfront to the football stadium. B、To create a remarkable plaza for the citizens. C、To offer a dynamic public space for the future. D、To connect a subway and a commercial avenue. -
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The male western manager(唐纳雀) looks like a little flame, while females are less showy, a dust y yellow. In the spring, they prepare to move thousands of miles to the Mountain West of Central America, flying through grasslands, deserts, and occasionally, suburban yards.
To fuel them on their lengthy journey, western tanagers fill up on insects and berries. But as global climate change causes spring to start earlier, birds such as western tanagers are arriving at their destination after what's known as" green- up", when flowers begin blooming and insects emerge. According to a study published in early March in the journal PNAS, this kind of timing mismatch between migrants and their food sources, which is happening across North America, could have serious consequences for migratory birds' survival." In discussing climate change, we often focus on warming," says Scott Loss, a co- author of the study." But the length and timing of seasons—— like when winter ends and. spring begins— are some of the most dramatic effects of climate change."
Loss and his colleagues used satellite imagery from 2002 to 2021 to calculate the average start of spring green- up along the typical migration routes of 150 North American bird species, then compared that timing with the current green- up. They found that spring is indeed beginning earlier along birds' migration routes." By contrary, previous studies have mainly focused on songbirds in Eastern North America," says Morgan Tingley, an ornithologist at UCLA," but this new investigation shows that bird species in the West and at different levels of the food web might be just as vulnerable(脆弱的)."
" Part of it is knowing which species are vulnerable to various threats," Loss says." This adds to the knowledge about vulnerability of a wide range of bird species." And he hopes that the information will serve to highlight the urgent need to lower greenhouse- gas emissions as fast as possible." It's really important, if we can't address climate change immediately, to try to stop habitat loss as much as we can"
(1)、What may pose a direct threat to western tanagers' survival?A、The worsening of global warming. B、The duration of changing seasons. C、Loss of habitats duce to human activities. D、Decreased access to food s during migration.(2)、What can we learn about the new study on birds like western tanagers?A、It covers a wider geographic range. B、It reveals the decline in bird populations. C、It centers on the adaptation of bird species. D、It ensures the existence of a timing mismatch.(3)、What does Loss suggest we do to safeguard migratory birds?A、Lessen the effects of climate change. B、Preserve ecosystems for bird species. C、Tackle emissions and habitat loss. D、Expand researches on threats to birds.(4)、Where is the text most likely from?A、A scientific journal. B、A bird- watching guidebook. C、A website about climate change. D、A magazine about botanical conservation. -
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A new T- shirt that continuously monitors heart activity and detects abnormalities may help prevent strokes by identifying dangerous heart conditions like atrial fibrillation (AF). This irregular heart rhythm increases the risk of stroke and affects over a million- people in Britain, with an estimated 500,000 more remaining undiagnosed due to a lack of noticeable symptoms. While some individuals experience signs like chest pain, dizziness, or fatigue, many only discover the condition after suffering a stroke.
Detecting AF typically involves an electrocardiogram (ECG), performed in a hospital where trained staff attach up to 24 electrodes to different parts of the body. However, since AF often occurs intermittently (间歇地), a short hospital check- up may not detect it. To counter this, doctors sometimes provide patient s with a Holter monitor, a device worn under clothing that records heart activity. However, it's bulky, inconvenient, and requires multiple wires to be attached to the chest, making it uncomfortable for daily wear.
The Cardioskin T- shirt offers a more practical alternative. Made from cotton and washable up to35 times, it has15 small electrodes woven into the chest area to monitor heart signals continuously. The T- shirt can be worn 24 hours a day, increasing the likelihood of detecting abnormal rhythms. Powered by a removable battery, the electrodes feed data to a microchip, which wirelessly transmits the information to an app. The app converts the data into an easy- to- read chart, highlighting any irregular heart activity.
The results are then shared with the patient's doctor, allowing for remote monitoring without requiring hospital visits. This innovative design could make diagnosing AF easier and more accessible, potentially reducing the risk of stroke for many.
Professor Martin Cowie, a cardiologist at Imperial College London, views Cardioskin as an significant development in heart health monitoring, offering a comfortable and efficient tool for early detection of cardiac problems.
(1)、What is the main idea of Paragraph 2?A、The difficulty in detecting atrial fibrillation. B、The benefit of wearing a Holter monitor C、The process of recording heart activity. D、The future of developing a new ECG.(2)、Why did the author mention a Holter monitor in the text?A、To introduce a way to check the patient's heart. B、To explain why doctors like using the device. C、To show the advantage of a Cardiosk in T- shirt over it. D、To encourage people to care about their health.(3)、What can we learn about the Cardiosk in T- shirt?A、It has electrodes placed all over the T- shirt. B、It can be worn a month without being washed. C、It has a battery that can be charged easily and quickly D、It can make the process of diagnosis timely and convenient.(4)、What could be the best title for the passage?A、New ECC: an important development for doctors B、Hi- tech T- shirt: a good helper for detecting strokes C、Holter monitor: a device tracking patients' heart problems D、Cardiosk in T- shirt: a shirt keeping patients from diseases -
13、 阅读理解
Beautiful Guatemala is a land rich in diversity and cultural heritage. Whether you hope to summit a volcano, hike through the jungle or explore ancient ruins, Guatemala will not disappoint.
Tikal National Park
Tikal National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most famous places in Guatemala. Tikal covers an estimated 46 miles ( around 74 km) and is one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in Central America. It is here, centuries ago, that the ancient Mayan civilisation boomed.
Chichicastenango
"Chichi," as it's known by the local Kiche population, hosts the largest market in Central America. The town comes alive on Thursdays and Sundays when vendors(小贩) come from surrounding areas to display their goods. The market bursts with varied colours and a lively atmosphere, stocking everything from vividly- colored cloth to traditional carved wooden masks.
Guatemala City
Brightly graffitied(涂鸦) walls line the busy streets in Guatemala City where you'll find trendy stores, relaxing bars, and diverse art galleries. Make sure to check out La Esquina, an indoor food market with some of the best food stalls in the city. The Museo Popol Vu h is a leading museum in the world of Mayan art. Here you will be able to spend a couple of hours appreciating the incredible and comprehensive collection of Mayan as well as colonial art.
Acatenango Volcano
Volcano Acatenang o towers almost 4,000 metres above the surrounding landscape just outside Antigua. The hike to the summit of this volcano is one of the toughest, yet most popular, in Guatemala. Not only will you get to appreciate the breathtaking views, but you will also have a bird's- eye view of the nearby (nd extremely active) Volcan Fuego.
(1)、What's the best choice for someone interested in Mayan history?A、Tikal National Park. B、Chichicastenango. C、Guatemala City. D、Acatenango Volcano.(2)、What do we know about Guatemala City?A、It hosts the largest market in Central America. B、It is a perfect destination for art lovers. C、You can buy vivid cloth and masks there. D、Museo Popol Vuh is a great food market.(3)、What is special about Acatenango Volcano?A、A bird view of Guatemala City. B、The highest tower in Guatemala. C、The hike to the volcano summit. D、It is an extremely active volcano. -
14、 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。
On a cold, snowy evening, Jack was at the corner shop, with his sole focus on the Marvel (漫威) superhero figurines (小雕像) . Since then, he had diligently walked a neighbor's dog and weeded his neighbors' gardens to earn money for one figurine. Finally, he had enough money for one and raced towards the corner shop. Lost in excitement, he accidentally tripped over a homeless old man seated against a wall in the cold, quickly murmuring an apology before continuing on his way.
Inside the shop, Jack glanced at the shelves displaying Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Iron Man, and other beloved heroes. His heart raced as he reached for the Spiderman.
"You're a fan, right?" a friendly voice appeared behind him.
Jack turned to see the shopkeeper, an elderly man with a warm smile. "Yes, they're amazing!" Jack said. "They're strong, and they help so many people. They have super power. I wish I could be a superhero too."
"You can be," the shopkeeper encouraged.
Surprised, Jack asked, "But how? I don't have any super power."
Smiling softly, the shopkeeper bent down, placing his hands on Jack's arms. "Why would you need them?" he replied kindly. "See that woman over there? She needs to take care of three children. However, she still actively helps the elderly in the community. And do you know Jimmy? He is a firefighter who has saved countless lives. Being a hero isn't about super power; it's about what's in your heart."
Locking eyes with Jack, the shopkeeper smiled. "You don't need super power to be a hero. It starts with your heart."
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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。
Hearing what the shopkeeper said, Jack was lost in thought.
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With relief, Jack found the homeless old man still sitting against the wall.
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15、 假定你是校英文报的记者李华,2024年8月25日你校在操场举办了一场高三启动仪式活动 (Senior Three Opening Ceremony) 。请你为此写一篇新闻报道,内容包括:
1. 活动目的和过程;
2. 活动反响和意义。
注意:写作词数为80左右.
(宣誓: pledge n. /vow v. )
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16、 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 group of children in Zimbabwe, a country in southeast Africa, are closely following a series of martial arts (武术) movements (perform) in a slow and focused manner accompanied by deep breathing, their eyes fixed on their Chinese tai chi master.
Actually, group of tai chi enthusiasts are enjoying the power of concentration under the guidance of their instructor, 45-yeat-old Zhu Wei, is the captain of the Chinese medical team in Zimbabwe.
"Tai chi increases focus and makes students, from school children to college students, (concentration) on studies." he says.
Tai chi is a mind-body exercise rooted in multiple Chinese traditions, including martial arts, (tradition) Chinese medicine and philosophy. It emphasizes a mind-body connection (use) gentle movements, meditation (冥想) and deep breathing.
Martial arts (recognize) as a fitness practice, with a wide range of health benefits. Zhu says tai chi provides mental health benefits like improved focus, as well as decreased stress, anxiety and depression. In addition, it can improve a (child) confidence and physical strength.
Organizer of the children's events Abraham Matuka says keeping youngsters busy and entertained with activities like tai chi (help) meet challenges of drug and other teenager crimes in low-income townships.
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17、 完形填空
I was in Chicago for a job training when I knew a nearby theatre was releasing a film about saving dogs. However, none of my co-workers could 1 time for me. I got cold feet for anxiety about 2 the streets by myself at night alone.
But in my hotel room I felt 3 and bored. The theatre was only about five blocks away from the hotel. How could I get lost? Hence, I decided to 4 it. I gathered my room key and set off. I managed to find the street of the theatre but stopped in shock. The street was full of bikers-lots of very big, 5 bikers.
Now I was a woman all alone at night. Warning bells began to sound and my heart 6 in my throat. Was I at the right theatre? Had I 7 the date of the event?
I finally decided that I would be safer inside the theatre. I hurried into the theatre. As I sat there, heart racing, 8 the film, I muttered a prayer to 9 my anxieties. A local blues-rock band was the opening 10 and their performance drew my attention. Enthusiasm for the band's performance soon 11 all my worries from my mind and I began to relax.
After the band, the film began and I understood the presence of the bikers after a conversation with the staff. Being part of an animal rescue group, they had escorted (护送) dogs from New Jersey to Chicago. At that moment, I was struck by the bond that had drawn so many originally 12 folks to the same spot. I stayed till the very end and made it to my hotel without any incident, overjoyed that I broke out of the 13 I used to set for myself and ventured into (冒险进入) the 14 . To my amazement, the 15 was one of the best nights of my life.
(1)A 、 occupy B 、 squeeze C 、 search D 、 appoint(2)A 、 exploring B 、 checking C 、 sweeping D 、 missing(3)A 、 graceless B 、 careless C 、 restless D 、 tireless(4)A 、 brave B 、 discard C 、 forget D 、 attend(5)A 、 well-educated B 、 good-looking C 、 well-behaved D 、 tough-looking(6)A 、 soaked B 、 sank C 、 stopped D 、 jumped(7)A 、 misled B 、 misread C 、 estimated D 、 emphasized(8)A 、 accomplishing B 、 stimulating C 、 anticipating D 、 constructing(9)A 、 contain B 、 comfort C 、 strengthen D 、 tighten(10)A 、 option B 、 act C 、 side D 、 court(11)A 、 took away B 、 picked up C 、 touched off D 、 tore down(12)A 、 natural B 、 cooperative C 、 distinct D 、 similar(13)A 、 definition B 、 imagination C 、 circulation D 、 boundary(14)A 、 interpersonal B 、 unimportant C 、 unknown D 、 interactive(15)A 、 soulmate B 、 reward C 、 spirit D 、 talent -
18、 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。
If your friends are happy, it turns out that you're more likely to be happy too. If your friends are overweight, that too ups the likelihood that you'll pack on pounds.
The researchers analyzed the running activity of more than a million individuals worldwide who used an exercise tracking device for five years. They used weather patterns as a way to randomly examine different parts of that global network. On average, fine days would encourage people to run more, rainy or cold days less.
Since different cities have different weather patterns, this natural experiment allowed them to ask: Did a rainy day in New York affect running in San Diego? If the weather in New York caused changes in the running behavior in San Diego, it could possibly happen through peer influences of the friends. The behavior of one city's runners could indeed affect the behavior of runners in another socially connected city.
Women tended to be influenced more by the female runners in their networks And less active runners tended to influence more active runners to run more, but not so much the other way around. "We have to start thinking about consumers and citizens as networked consumers and citizens. Since they are easily influenced by and influence their social network in very strong and dynamic ways, it will change the way a particular intervention succeeds or fails." Sinan Aral, the leading researcher said.
Or, let's put it this way. Next time, the doctors recommend people to do more exercise.
A. There were a few more findings.
B. That was exactly what the researchers saw.
C. More difficulties remained to be worked out.
D. They will tell the same to their friends and family, too.
E. The result provides some practical guidance for professionals.
F. Runners in one city would run as much as peers in another city.
G. Now researchers have identified another similar quality: exercise.
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19、 阅读理解
If you've got more than one kid, you're showing favoritism, whether you know it or not
"Parents may favor one child over another, for a lot of reasons. The child may have an easy temperament (性情) or might behave particularly well or may look like you," says Susan Newman, a psychologist. "But regardless of the reason, every child must be made to feel loved and special, in order to fully develop." Newman warns that favoring one child over their siblings (兄弟姐妹) publicly can have a significantly negative effect.
"The unfavored child can feel defeated, and unmotivated, as a result of working hard to get parental support, with no success," says Yelena Gidenko, a licensed counselor. "He or she may also suffer from depression and become angry, bitter, or jealous," she adds Children feeling this way may act out, in an effort to get their parent's attention, making matters worse. They may also behave inappropriately, becoming the black sheep, which they believe their parents already see "Unfavored children may have a hard time accepting who they are, since they do not feel accepted by their parents," adds Gidenko.
Favoritism is not exactly a boon for the favored child, either. Kids who feel that they are their parent's favorite sometimes translate that into a go pass for their behavior in future relationships. "Favored children may feel a sense of entitlement, and that rules do not apply to them," says Gidenko. This can negatively affect the way they act in school, at work, and in their friendships.
It may seem absurd, but the opposite can also occur. Favored children may experience anxiety and insecurity, resulting from their favorite child status. "Children are observant. They know when they are getting praise for things they have not earned, such as being your favorite. For this reason, they know, and fear, that these things might be taken away from them at any time, for any reason," says Gidenko.
Newman urges parents to remember that it's not possible to treat children equally because they are all different. What parents can, and should do is talk to their kids about how, and why, they treat them the way they do. "According to research, parents don't talk about this. They don't say why one child gets more time than another. If they do, they are preserving their bond with each child," says Newman.
(1)、What can we learn about unfavored children?A、They want to please their parents. B、They care little about their siblings. C、They tend to lack a sense of identity. D、They hope to be the black sheep of the family.(2)、What does the underlined word "boon" in paragraph 4 mean?A、Blessing B、Challenge C、Honor. D、Burden.(3)、What does Newman suggest parents do in the last paragraph?A、Treat their children equally. B、Explain themselves to their children. C、Strengthen their bond with their children. D、Remove the differences between their children.(4)、What is the text mainly about?A、The solutions to parental favoritism. B、The consequences of parental favoritism. C、An analysis of why parents play favorites. D、A contrast between favored and unfavored children. -
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I ask every student I interview for admission to my institution, Pitzer College, the same question, "What do you look forward to the most in college?" I was astonished and delighted recently when a student replied, "I look forward to the possibility of failure." Of course, this is not how most students respond to the question when sitting before the person who can make decisions about their academic futures, but this young man took a risk.
"You see, my parents have never let me fail," he said. "When I want to take a chance at something, they remind me it's not a safe route to take. Taking a more demanding course or trying an activity I may not succeed in, they tell me, will ruin my chances at college admission."
I wish I could tell you this is an uncommon story, but kids all over the world admit they are under great pressure to be perfect. When I was traveling in China last fall and asked a Chinese student what she did for fun, she replied: "I thought I wasn't supposed to tell you that. I wouldn't want you to think I am not serious about my work!"
Students are usually in shock when I laugh and tell them I never expect perfection. Of course, this goes against everything they've been told. How could a dean (院长) of admission at one of America's most selective institutions not want the best and the brightest? The reality is, perfection doesn't exist, and we don't expect to see it in a college application. In fact, admission officers tend to question students who present themselves as individuals without shortcomings.
We get the most excited when we read an application that seems real. It's so rare to hear stories of defeat. If their perspectives are of lessons learned, these applicants tend to jump to the top at highly selective colleges. We believe an error in high school should not define the rest of your life, but how you respond could shape you forever.
(1)、What can we learn about the student in the first two paragraphs?A、He is taught not to take risks. B、He tries to avoid any chance of failure. C、He cares little about his academic futures D、He is seldom allowed to take part in activities.(2)、Why does the author mention the Chinese student in paragraph 3?A、To emphasize the importance of hard work. B、To compare students from different countries. C、To give an example of the students he favors. D、To illustrate the widespread stress on students(3)、What is probably admission officers' attitude towards a perfect application?A、Doubtful. B、Confused. C、Favorable. D、Casual.(4)、What is the key to success in college according to the author?A、A desire for perfection. B、The ability to learn from defeats. C、The opportunity of making mistakes. D、An experience of defeat in high school.