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1、 阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中, 选出最佳选项。
Ramirez Castañeda, a Colombian biologist, spends her time in the Amazon studying how snakes eat poisonous frogs without getting ill. Although her findings come in many shapes and sizes, she and her colleagues have struggled to get their biological discoveries out to the wider scientific community. With Spanish as her mother tongue, her research had to be translated into English to be published. That wasn't always possible because of budget or time- and it means that some of her findings were never published.
" It's not that I'm a bad scientist," she says." It's just because of the language."
Castañeda is not alone. There is plenty of research in non- English- language papers that gets lost in translation, or is never translated. A research looked through more than 400, 000 peer- reviewed papers in 16 different languages and found 1,234 studies providing evidence on biodiversity conservation which, because they weren't in English, may have been overlooked. These included Japanese- language findings on the effectiveness of relocating the endangered Blakiston's fish owl, the largest owl species.
Some experts argue that for the sake of the bigger picture, scientific knowledge should converge(转换) into one common language. Science is very globalised and becoming more so, so the use of a global language is enormous for that.
Of course, scientists can work with an English partner, or use a translator- but this ultimately strengthens the cycle of dependency on the global north, leading to inequality in international influence. The specific meanings of words can also pose a problem in translation. For example, it is difficult to find in English one single word to describe forest snakes and frogs in the work Castafieda does with indigenous(土著的) communities in the Amazon.
" So we' re losing observations for science, too," says Castañeda." For me, it's not possible to just have everything translated into English. We need multilingual(多语种的) science, and we need people that feel comfortable doing science in their own languages. It could be possible to switch to a world where, say, Chinese, English and Spanish are the three languages of science, just as English, French and German were the languages of science in the 19th century."
(1)、What prevented Castañeda's discoveries from being more widely known?A、Poor management. B、Opposition from her colleagues. C、Her bad reputation. D、The language barrier.(2)、What's the consequence of the dominant focus on English in scientific research?A、Inefficient wildlife conservation. B、A knowledge gap in the scientific world. C、A growing interest in non- English papers. D、Inadequate job opportunities for translators.(3)、What does the author want to illustrate by mentioning forest snakes and frogs?A、The urgency to protect rare species. B、The need to adopt one global language. C、The challenges in translating scientific texts. D、The biodiversity on the South American continent.(4)、What is presented in the last paragraph of the text?A、A potential solution. B、A theoretical model. C、A popular belief. D、A global trend. -
2、 阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中, 选出最佳选项。
Uggs(雪地靴) are certainly ugly, or at least inelegant. The shapeless boots, pulled on in a hurry, can make anyone look like a slob(懒惰的人), which has made them the target of disrespect. It hasn't been hard to find someone strongly condemning them." Ugg boot s are no sexy," The Independent declared in 2003," unless you' re Mrs. Bigfoot on a lo ne mission across Antarctic to find Mr. Bigfoot. When wearing the boots, a writer of The Gloss complained," There's nothing to indicate that you don't have square, horrible shoeboxes in place of human feet." In 2015, one coffee shop on Brick Lane in east London ever banned ugg- wearers.
And yet, over the years, plenty of strange and unattractive shoes have met with the approval of the fashion establishment. The problem with ugg' s wasn't that they were ugly; it's that they were common.
But a funny thing happened on the way to fashion's tomb: the universal ugg has not gone anywhere. Uggs have quietly stayed here since their best time. Once you start paying attention, you' ll be shocked to discover how many people are still wearing them. They are worn by mothers in town and in the country, by teenagers on Saturday shopping trip and by people in fashion.
Perhaps the secret of uggs's unstoppable success is that, if there is a dividing line between public appeal and private style, it might be a pair of cozy boots. They are certainly comfortable, soft and warm, as if your feet were in the hugging of someone who really loves you. At$150a pair, they are neither cheap nor entirely out of range. They are casual and indulgent(纵容的).
Somehow uggs, the boots that so many people hate, have managed to challenge the cruel logic of the fashion cycle and carry on whether you approve of them or not.
(1)、What is the best title of the passage?A、Uggs Refuse to Die B、Uggs Have Existed So Long C、Uggs Enter the Fashion Circle D、Uggs Have Gone Somewhere(2)、Why does the author quote many media's words in the first paragraph?A、To prove uggs' toughness B、To prove uggs's popularity C、To prove people's approval D、To prove people's condemning.(3)、What does the author think very strange?A、Uggs are very common B、Uggs are inelegant and ugly C、Uggs are worn by teenagers D、Uggs stay there regardless(4)、What is the secret to the success of uggs according to the passage?A、They are very comfortable B、They own private style C、They have public appeal D、They are very cheap -
3、 阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中, 选出最佳选项。
As far as we know batteries are playing an important role in our life. We couldn't live without batteries. Why so? Batteries provide power for anything from small sensors to large systems. While scientists are finding ways to make them smaller but even more powerful, problems can arise when these batteries are much larger and heavier than the devices themselves. University of Missouri (MU) researchers are developing a nuclear energy source that is smaller, lighter and more efficient.
" To provide enough power, we need certain methods with high energy density (密度)", said Jae Kwon, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at MU." The radioisotope(放射性同位素) battery can provide power density that is much higher than chemical batteries."
Kwo n and his research team have been working on building a small nuclear battery, presently the size and thickness of a penny, intended to power various micro/ nanoelectromechanreal systems(M/NEMS). Although nuclear batteries can cause concerns, Kwon said, they are safe.
" People bear the word‘ nuclear' and think of something very dangerous," he said," However, nuclear power sources have already been safely powering a variety of devices, such as pace- makers, space satellites and underwater systems."
His new idea is not only in the battery's size, but also in its semiconductor(半导体). Kwon's battery uses a liquid semiconductor rather than a solid semiconductor.
" The key part of using a radioactive battery is that when you harvest the energy, part of the radiation energy can damage the lattice structure(晶体结构) of the solid semiconductor, Kwo n said," By using a liquid semiconductor, we believe we can minimize that problem."
Together with J. David Robertson, chemistry professor and associate director of the MU Research Reactor, Kwo n is working to build and test the battery. In the future, they hope to increase the battery's power, shrink its size and try with various other materials. Kwo n said that battery could be thinner than the thickness of human hair.
(1)、According to paragraph 1 and 2, we can learn that ____.A、batteries can only power small sensors B、the larger batteries are, the more power they can provide C、Jae Kwo n is working hard to improve chemical batteries D、certain methods with high energy density can provide power abundantly(2)、Jae Kwo n gave examples in Paragraph 4____.A、to introduce various energy sources B、to describe a nuclear- powered system C、to introduce nuclear batteries can be safely used D、to show chemical batteries are widely applied(3)、Liquid semiconductor is used to ____.A、get rid of the radioactive waste B、decline the damage to lattice structure C、test the power of nuclear batteries D、decrease the size of nuclear batteries(4)、According to Jae Kwon, his nuclear battery ____.A、could be extremely thin B、will soon replace the present ones has. C、uses a solid semiconductor D、passed the final test -
4、 阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中, 选出最佳选项。
Museum lets visitors walk in the shoes of a police officer
Police shows on TV are filled with high- speed car chases and crimes solved in a few minutes. But that's not a typical day for a real- life police officer. To get a more accurate picture, head to the National Law Enforcement Museum in Washington. Exhibits there invite visitors to use their senses of sight, hearing, touch and smell to gather information the way police do.
Let's look at a few exhibits.
K-9 Units
See a video of how dogs are trained to join K-9 Units. Test your ability to smell and identify various scents(气味). Learn which kinds of dogs are better at tracking bad persons while others are better at sniffing out dangerous goods.
The Web of Law Enforcement
You' ll quickly learn that crime- solving is a team effort, not only within one department, but among organizations across the country. Inspection Service is just one of the law enforcement groups helping local police when needed. For example, six organizations worked together on a national park graffiti(涂鸦) case.
Five Communities
Every community is different. Learn how the needs and challenges of five communities are being dealt with. These communities goals are to develop programs, while increasing trust between local people and police. What might work in your neighborhood? There's a place for visitors to share their thoughts.
The Training Simulator
Those aged 12 and older can try the same training scenarios(方案) and . equipment used in professional law enforcement classes in which police try to resolve difficult situations. Short videos test participants' abilities to observe accurately and think quickly before reacting.
The exercises give an understanding of what officers face on a daily basis.
" Many kids first think it's like a video game," said Alan Davis, an educator and New York police officer." They soon realize that real- life decision- making in a second isn't easy, and they freeze. For real police there are no second chances."
(1)、Which exhibit focuses on police dogs?A、K-9 Units. B、Five Communities. C、The Training Simulator. D、The Web of Law Enforcement.(2)、What does The Web of Law Enforcement show?A、The problems in communities. B、The dangers of being a police officer. C、How team work matters in solving a case. D、How a policeman makes a decision instantly.(3)、How may kids feel about the short video tests after taking part in them?A、They are surprising. B、They are difficult to understand. C、They are the same as video games. D、They are not real- life experiences at all. -
5、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、Why did the speaker start traveling?A、To find a famous cook. B、To enjoy different foods. C、To take a cooking course.(2)、Which country impressed the speaker most?A、France. B、China. C、Japan.(3)、What does the speaker say about evening meals in Italy?A、They start with snacks. B、They are always pizzas. C、They would last for hours.(4)、 What does the speaker decide to work as?A、A cook. B、A traveler. C、A food taster.
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6、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、What do we know about the man?A、He missed his plane. B、He didn't make a reservation. C、He' ll stay in the city for two nights.(2)、How much does the single room cost per night?A、$125. B、$175. C、$300.(3)、When can the man check out at the latest?A、At 12:00. B、At 1:00 pm C、At 2:00 pm.(4)、What will the woman do for the man next?A、Book a flight for him. B、Take him to the room. C、Ask someone to carry his luggage.
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7、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、When did the man start his trip?A、Three months ago. B、A year ago. C、Two years ago.(2)、How did the man travel across America?A、By train. B、By skating. C、By bicycle.(3)、Where is the man's next destination?A、Australia. B、Malaysia. C、Thailand.
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8、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、What will the speakers do next?A、Buy some food. B、See a doctor. C、Take a cooking class.(2)、What does the man suggest the woman eat?A、Sweet food. B、Some fruit. C、Fresh vegetables.
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9、听录音,回答问题。(1)、What does the community center have right now?A、A pool. B、A baseball field. C、Basketball courts.(2)、How does the woman sound?A、Happy. B、Unsatisfied. C、Indifferent.
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10、 What's the weather like now?A、Foggy. B、Rainy. C、Snowy.
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11、 What is the woman going to do first?A、Have lunch. B、Play chess. C、Attend a meeting.
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12、 What does the woman think of Tom Atkins?A、Perfect. B、Unfriendly. C、Quick- tempered.
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13、 What does the woman mean?A、The new coach isn't qualified. B、She has lost interest in basketball. C、Her team is satisfied with the coach.
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14、 Who might the woman be?A、A waitress. B、A customer. C、A manager.
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15、阅读下面短文, 根据所给情节进行续写, 使之构成一个完整的故事。
It was an ordinary weekend. The supermarket was crowded with shopping their weekly groceries. I was no exception, purchasing fresh produce and a few comfort food items, and then I reached the checkout line. As the cashier scanned my items and I reached for my wallet, my heart sank. It was missing. No cash, no cards, just an empty pocket and a growing sense of panic.
"I'm so sorry, "I stammered(结结巴巴地说), my face burning red as I began to gather my groceries, ready to make my embarrassed retreat.
But a calm voice from behind interrupted my retreat. " No worries at all, "a stranger said in a comforting tone. "I' ll cover this. "
I turned to see a woman with kind eyes and a warm smile, holding out her card to the cashier. She had a cart full of her own groceries, yet here she was, offering to pay for a stranger's mistake.
" Are you sure?"I asked, my voice filled with a mix of gratitude and disbelief.
" Absolutely, " she replied. " But I' ll need something from you in return. "
" Anything, "I said, ready to do whatever it took to repay her kindness.
" Promise me you' ll pay it forward, " she said, her gaze (目光) meeting mine with a sincerity that touched my heart.
I nodded, my promise as firm as the resolve to make a difference. "I promise. "
As I left the store with my groceries, I couldn't shake the feeling that I had just been given a gift—a chance to make a difference in someone else's life.
Months later, I found myself driving through a quiet countryside, the scenery passing by peacefully. Up ahead, I noticed a lo ne figure by the roadside, a backpacker with her thumb out, trying to ask for a ride. Car after car sped past, leaving her in their dust. Something about her lo ne figure touched my heart.
注意:
1. 所续写短文的词数应为150词左右;
2. 续写部分分为两段, 每段的开头语已为你写好;
Paragraph 1:
I slowed down and pulled over.
Paragraph 2:
As we parted, I handed her some cash and said, " For your bus ticket home. "
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16、假设你叫李华, 是一家英文杂志社的心理咨询师。某中学生小王给你写信, 提到自己偏胖,想节食减肥, 征求你的意见。请你给她回一封信,谈谈你对该问题的见解。内容要点如下:
1. 身心的健康和内在品质比漂亮的外表更重要;
2. 学生应以学习为主, 减肥方法要科学;
3. 健康的心态也很重要。
注意:
1. 词数80左右, 开头和结尾已给出, 不计入总词数。
2. 可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯。
Dear Xiao wang,
I have received your letter, in which you mention that you want to lose weight by dieting.
I hope my advice will be helpful to you and I'm looking forward to your next letter.
Yours,
Li Hua
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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。
A 50- minute drive northwest of downtown Beijing, pops up a village, houses a shadow puppetry troupe(皮影戏剧团) and a theater, Beijing Long Zaitian Shadow Puppetry Theater.
Shadow puppetry ( see) as the prequel(前篇) to film and animation in China. In2011, the art landed a spot on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
Besides performances ( create) by light and shadow, performers must master multiple skills as the plays combine painting, carving, opera literature. However, due to low income and a small market, few young people are willing ( learn) shadow puppetry.
This particular troupe, however, stands out from the crowd: Average performer age is only 25. Moreover, of the 300 performers it has trained over the years, many are under 1. 4m in ( high).
In 2006, Wang Xi, inheritor of Beijing Western- School Shadow Puppetry, ( establish) the troup e in Beijing, and first four very short persons joined her two years later. After a four- month training, they picked up basic performance skills and started working in the theater.
In 2021, the team designed Winter Olympics- themed shadow puppets. The puppets were gifted to foreign athletes during the Games. The troup e also staged ( variety) plays introducing ice and snow sports through fairy tales.
" We are lucky to have these people. They have been devoted the inheritance of shadow puppetry for over a decade, " Wang Xi said.
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18、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项 (A、B、C和 D )中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I always miss Grandma. Settled in the armchair, I often find myself 1 by the fond memories of my grandma. Her influence was as gentle as a summer breeze(微风), yet 2 .
" Love, " she would say, " is the most 3 force in the world. " Her words were not just a lesson but a 4 light that led me through life's journey. She taught me to love 5 , to give selflessly, and to always find joy in the simple things. She effortlessly wove(编织) those 6 into the fabric of my being.
Now, as I sit with my grandchildren, their eyes wide with 7 , I find myself recounting the 8 Grandma told me. I show them how to take care of the garden that Grandma once lovingly 9 , where each plant holds a tale of patience and growth. We bake cookies together, just as I did with Grandma, and I 10 as they embrace the joy and affection baking brings.
The emotion of 11 swells in my heart as I realize the legacy(遗产)I now carry. Grandma's wisdom went beyond time, connecting generations and 12 the gap s that life presents. It's a legacy that I'm proud to 13 to my grandchildren. In this way, the love of a grandma becomes a timeless(永恒的)14 .
As they grow, I hope they will remember the stories, the lessons, and the love. And one day, when they become 15 themselves, they will still remember the unique legacy of our family.
(1)A 、 abandoned B 、 cheated C 、 bothered D 、 surrounded(2)A 、 double- edged B 、 long- lasting C 、 well- rounded D 、 wide- ranging(3)A 、 powerful B 、 accurate C 、 terrible D 、 complex(4)A 、 guiding B 、 disturbing C 、 following D 、 training(5)A 、 inconsistently B 、 unconditionally C 、 selfishly D 、 greedily(6)A 、 games B 、 symbols C 、 qualities D 、 favors(7)A 、 disappointment B 、 curiosity C 、 kindness D 、 anger(8)A 、 reports B 、 stories C 、 solutions D 、 plans(9)A 、 dug B 、 selected C 、 restored D 、 tended(10)A 、 observe B 、 imagine C 、 suspect D 、 investigate(11)A 、 calmness B 、 forgiveness C 、 confidence D 、 gratitude(12)A 、 leaving B 、 widening C 、 bridgeing D 、 creating(13)A 、 give away B 、 hand in C 、 pass on D 、 hold back(14)A 、 skill B 、 qualification C 、 schedule D 、 bond(15)A 、 lifesavers B 、 firefighters C 、 storytellers D 、 peacekeepers -
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。
The Importance of Learning a Second Language
In today's globalized world, learning a second language has become an essential skill. It offers numerous benefits that can enhance both personal and professional aspects of life.
Through the process of learning a new language, one can gain a deeper understanding of different cultures and traditions. This can lead to greater empathy and appreciation for diversity.
Additionally, bilingual(双语的) individuals often have better cognitive abilities. Studies have shown that they are better at multitasking, problem- solving, and decision- making compared to monolinguals(单语的). This is because the brain is constantly engaged in managing two languages, which strengthens its overall function.
In many professional fields, being proficient in more than one language can open up job opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable. Many companies prefer to hire candidates who can communicate with international clients or partners.
Moreover, learning a second language can significantly enhance travel experiences. Communicating in the local language can lead to more meaningful interactions and a deeper connection with the place and its people.
Finally, the process of learning a new language itself can be incredibly (不可置信地) rewarding.
This sense of achievement can boost confidence and motivate individuals to tackle other challenges in life.
Overall, the advantages of learning a second language are clear. It not only broadens one's horizons but also equips them with skills that are valuable in an increasingly interconnected world.
A. It allows travelers to guide new environments with ease and enjoy genuine cultural experiences.
B. The effort and devotion required to master a new language can get a strong sense of accomplishment.
C. Bilingualism can delay the onset of dementia(痴呆症) and other age- related cognitive declines.
D. One of the most significant advantages is the ability to connect with people from different backgrounds.
E. Fluency in multiple languages is often associated with higher salaries and better career prospects.
F. They tend to have improved memory, attention span, and analytical skills.
G. Another major benefit is the improvement in job prospects and career advancement.
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20、 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。
The summer reading season is here. Some people will opt for paperbacks because they' re easy to borrow and share. Others will go for e- readers. But which is the more environmentally sustainable option?
According to 2023 data from the literary industry research group Words Rated, when it comes to pulp(纸浆) and paper, print book publishing is the world's third- largest industrial greenhouse gas producer, and32 million trees are cut down each year in the United States to make paper for books.
So many publishers are switching to on- demand printing. For example, Chronicle Books, are reducing their initial print runs to see how well the titles sell before they print more. " We felt that it was better to have a higher cost and have less waste, " said Chronic le Books president, Tyrrell Mahoney.
Publishers are also rethinking book design. It might be a surprise, but certain fonts(字体) can be more climate- friendly by using less ink and less paper.
Digital reading seems to have a considerable eco- advantage over print because it is paperless, so it saves trees, pulping and shipping. Moreover, tech companies that make e- readers such as Amazon, which sells the market- leading Kindle e- reader, offer recycling programs for old devices.
" By choosing e- books as an alternative to print, Kindle readers helped save an estimated 2.3 million metric tons of carbon emissions over a two- year period, " said Corey Badcock, head of Kindle product and marketing.
But digital devices also come with a substantial carbon footprint, mainly at the producing stage. Their cases are made with fossil- fuel- derived plastics and the minerals in their batteries require resource- heavy mining.
Berners- Lee, the author of The Carbon Footprint of Everything , said the average e- reader has a carbon footprint of around 80 pounds. " This means that I've got to read about 36 small paperback books- worth on it before you break even, " he said.
" If you buy an e- reader and you read loads and loads of books on it, then it's the lowest carbon thing to do, " Berners- Lee said. " But if I buy it, read a couple of books, and decide that I prefer paperback books, then it's the worst of all worlds. "
(1)、Why are publishers switching to on- demand printing?A、To further reduce costs. B、To increase market sales. C、To make books more lasting. D、To be more environmentally friendly.(2)、What is the author's attitude towards digital devices' carbon footprint?A、Optimistic. B、Dismissive. C、Objective. D、Defensive.(3)、What can we say about the carbon footprint of reading according to Berners- Lee?A、Heavy e- readers will have a lower carbon footprint. B、Paperback readers contribute less to carbon emissions. C、The carbon footprint of reading is unworthy of attention. D、There's no way to measure the carbon footprint of e- readers.(4)、What is the best title for the text?A、An Eco- Debate: Is My E- Reader Really Greener? B、The Decline of Paper: A Look at Modern Publishing C、The Future of Reading: E- ink Technology Advances D、What's Better for the Climate: A Paper Book or an E- Reader?