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1、 阅读理解
Upon my arrival at Falconwood Apiary, Kaat Kaye is already engrossed in the meticulous inspection of the apian domiciles, oblivious to my arrival. I find myself privy to her soft murmurings directed towards the bees, their mellifluous drone resonating through the atmosphere, interspersed with her gentle words of encouragement and compromise.
Kaye was born with profound auditory impairment. Although she has the capacity to perceive sounds with the aid of auditory prosthetics, she often dispenses with them during her labors. "Acoustic sensations are alien to my experience," she elucidates. "I revel in the tranquility and stillness. In the company of bees, aural perception is superfluous. My concentration is heightened when not beset by incessant auditory distractions."
Adorned with naught but her cowl, apiarian instrument, and device for the emission of smoke, Kaye proceeds with a measured and deliberate gait. In contrast, I am excessively attired, having donned a comprehensive protective garment for our encounter. She advises me to shed the gloves I've brought along and directs me to a position that will minimize the agitation of the bees. Kaye's tender and cautious methodology instills a sense of calm in my presence among her charges. As our time together accrues, my admiration for Kaye's fervor for apiculture and the manner in which her auditory limitations have sculpted her distinctive methodology deepens.
In her vocation, she champions organic apicultural practices that minimize the utilization of chemical treatments. Moreover, she gathers all the requisite intelligence for the stewardship of the hives by depending on her non-auditory senses. Perhaps most notably, what renders Kaye an extraordinary apiarist is almost metaphysical. Excelling in her vocation is inextricably linked to adaptability, navigating the myriad uncertainties that emerge on any given day. Is precipitation excessive? Scarce? When will the flora reach full bloom? Will it yield a bountiful harvest of honey? She responds with alacrity, ensuring not to disrupt the bees' cadence and equilibrium.
"There is a profound, almost spiritual dimension to the craft of beekeeping," she remarked. "You cannot exert absolute dominion over them, akin to any element of the natural world, indeed. Some years bestow upon us an abundant honey harvest. Other years are fraught with adversity, resulting in the loss of half of the hive. There is considerable sorrow but also considerable delight, too, in simply toiling in the great outdoors with these sentient beings—a living, complex superorganism."
(1)、Why does Kaye work without hearing aids?A、To feel at ease.
B、To better concentrate.
C、To reduce dependence on them.
D、To avoid the humming noise of the bees.(2)、What can be inferred from paragraph 3?A、Kaye knows the bees very well.
B、A protective suit is necessary for Kaye.
C、Losing hearing brings trouble to Kaye's work.
D、The author is too frightened to follow Kaye's instructions.(3)、What matters most for Kaye to become an exceptional beekeeper?A、Her remarkable honey production.
B、Her natural beekeeping techniques.
C、Her knowledge on weather conditions.
D、Her capability of handling daily uncertainties.(4)、What is Kaye like?A、Creative and brave. B、Passionate and skilled.
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2、 阅读理解
Should you find yourself in possession of an additional sum of $100, how might you employ this financial increment to cultivate an atmosphere of benevolence within your local society? If you possess an imaginative reply to this inquiry, peruse our Frequently Asked Questions below and put forth your application for our recurring competition.
What is the nature of this initiative? Kindness-In-Action is a program dedicated to facilitating the realization of benevolent concepts. Individuals from across the globe proffer their proposals on the actions they would undertake if bestowed with an extra $100, and KindSpring designates a victor on a monthly basis.
What is the operational mechanism?Initially, you are to proffer your concept; upon its selection, you will be contacted by one of our volunteer adjudicators to coordinate a telephonic or Skype conversation. Subsequently, we will dispatch a check to you, and you will be granted a month to actualize your concept within your community. Following the implementation, you are to convey your narrative and photographic documentation to the KindSpring community. Moreover, your endeavor will be highlighted in our monthly bulletin, which has a readership extending to over 100 thousand individuals across 150 nations, thereby enabling the propagation of the concept and the amplification of its compassionate influence.
What are the evaluative standards for selection? The criteria for selection encompass your intrinsic motivation, the innovative utilization of Smile Cards, the prospective cascading impact within the local society, and the endorsements from the KindSpring community—current members are entitled to log in and cast their votes. Fundamentally, our objective is to incite modest acts of kindness, not grand gestures.
What was the genesis of this endeavor?In the month of May, we received an unforeseen contribution. In the spirit of sharing the elation, we posted a succinct announcement within our virtual community soliciting ideas. Within a fortnight, we received more than 50 submissions, and numerous individuals assisted us in the appraisal process by bestowing "smiles". On the first of July, we proclaimed our inaugural winner and pledged to perpetuate this initiative. The ongoing purpose of this venture is to: inspire inventive acts of kindness within local societies, to empower individuals to exercise munificence, to exemplify a trust-based philanthropic approach, and to disseminate beneficial concepts.Click Here to Apply. Or join our community and help us select the next winner.
(1)、What can we learn from the text?A、A winner is selected every year.
B、Only people from America can submit their ideas.
C、An unexpected act of kindness contributes to its origin.
D、The one selected needs to use his or her own money to implement the idea.(2)、What's the purpose of Kindness-In-Action?A、To choose more wise consumers.
B、To promote international cooperation.
C、To arouse people to express themselves.
D、To encourage acts of kindness and spread good ideas.(3)、Where is this text probably taken from?A、A textbook B、A guidebook C、A website D、A report. -
3、 书面表达
In the month of October each year, a festive air envelops our community as we host a Halloween costume competition. Annually, my neighbor Ollie and I engage in a spirited dash to the proclamation board situated within the park to discover the designated motif for the event. In one memorable instance, the theme was "Adorn yourself as the character from a beloved literary work." In another, it was "Embody something that incites dread." However, the year in question presented us with a rather ambiguous directive.
"Be inventive?" I inquired aloud, scrutinizing the proclamation board. "That scarcely qualifies as a theme, does it?"
Ollie alighted from his skateboard to examine the board more intently. "You've hit the nail on the head," he concurred. "I believe the 'Superheroes' theme was my all-time favorite. I was so enamored with my Super-Force Flying Eagles attire that I've preserved it in my wardrobe for several years!"
"My favored theme was 'Agricultural Creatures,'" I chortled. "Do you recall your adamant insistence on portraying a Stegosaurus?"
"When I was but five years of age, dinosaurs captivated my every thought," Ollie chuckled. "I would have been thrilled to envision a Stegosaurus mingling with the bovine herd in a pasture."
"Now that's the kind of imaginative vigor we require for this challenge!" I declared. "Perhaps, since our aspirations are not yet clearly defined, we ought to initiate our preparations by selecting some intriguing materials for our costumes."
"Eureka!" Ollie proclaimed, gathering an assortment of fallen foliage.
"Indeed?" I responded, taken aback. "You intend to construct an entire costume from leaves?"
"Why not?" he retorted, collecting more foliage. "They're utterly gratuitous, and I can assure you, no one will don a tree costume as magnificent as the one I'm envisioning."
"Do you mean, a tree as magnificent as ours?" I offered with a smile.
"Ah, firstly, that grammatical construction doesn't quite ring true," Ollie remarked. "And secondly, absolutely not! Conceive your own original concepts."
"Ah, come now," I implored. "You should feel honored that I hold your idea in such high esteem. Moreover, I've just devised the perfect method for fabricating branches."
Ultimately, after some deliberation, Ollie acquiesced to the idea.
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We ended up filling two jumbo bags with different kinds of leaves.……
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Then the big moment came.……
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4、又到凤凰花开时,又是一年毕业季。你校英文报正在举行以"校园最美瞬间"为主题的征文活动,请你写一封邀请信,邀请同学们参加: (1)时间、地点; (2)内容要求(3)奖品。
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Dear students,……
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5、 语法填空
The Yinxu Museum opens in Anyang,Henan province,to display the brilliance of the 3,000-year-old Shang civilization.
Nearly 4,000 unearthed cultural relics are displayed in the museum. More than three quarters of these have never been (public) exhibited before. The 23 vehicles unearthed from Yinxu are the (highlight) in the new galleries. Also on display (be) Shang relics collected from across the rest of present-day China.The Yinxu Ruins, (list) as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2006, hosted a later period Shang capital city. The site also produced rich findings of 3,300-year-old bones, (reveal) the oldest-known established writing system of Chinese characters, are extraordinary and serve as a vital link in the development of the Chinese nation.
Many key breakthroughs (make) in recent years at the Yinxu site and its surrounding areas. For example, urban road system and the remains of an artificial lake in the royal temple area were found.
These discoveries further displayed a grand picture of a capital city carried forward the project of tracking the origins of the Chinese civilization. Through the exhibits, the public can comprehensively understand the achievements made by the Shang Dynasty in terms politics, economy, agriculture, military affairs, among others.
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6、 完形填空
While taking a 20-hour train ride along the edge of the Taklimakan Desert in northwestern China, I had the kind of humbling, educational, and above all else, wonderful1 with a local that all travelers long for. A young Chinese man 2 me on the train. My3 friend spoke virtually no English, so I happily took the4 to practice my Chinese.
Over several hours he would tell me about how he had5 a two-year professional school to quickly find a job 6 highways in order to help support his family. Perhaps most7 .however, was the fact that this man spent hours studying every day after hard physical labor. Without batting an eye he would8 a translated Emerson passage before asking about the literary influence of American9 as a whole. "And what do you all learn about Russian authors?" I10 hi m asking at one point.
It would have been easy to11 my assumptions about this highway builder who had never been more than a few hundred miles from home. But this highly informed,12 , and admirable person prevented me doing so. In the course of a couple of hours, he13 me just how much one can gain from14 with an open mind, and a willingness to15 with locals from all walks of life.
(1)A 、 experiment B 、 encounter C 、 competition D 、 appointment(2)A 、 treated B 、 saved C 、 lectured D 、 approached(3)A 、 true B 、 so-called C 、 new D 、 long-lost(4)A 、 chance B 、 advice C 、 trouble D 、 right(5)A 、 visited B 、 financed C 、 attended D 、 founded(6)A 、 building B 、 sweeping C 、 checking D 、 guarding(7)A 、 typical B 、 obvious C 、 natural D 、 remarkable(8)A 、 publish B 、 quote C 、 copy D 、 download(9)A 、 writers B 、 historians C 、 workers D 、 students(10)A 、 anticipate B 、 imagine C 、 recall D 、 catch(11)A 、 look into B 、 rely on C 、 go over D 、 deal with(12)A 、 well-behaved B 、 multi-skilled C 、 warm-hearted D 、 self-educated(13)A 、 asked B 、 warned C 、 showed D 、 promised(14)A 、 traveling B 、 reading C 、 searching D 、 teaching(15)A 、 cooperate B 、 side C 、 negotiate D 、 engage -
7、 阅读七选五
After building some "standard"cargo bikes, ,this time with something very special. I wanted to build an ideal cargo bike combining the stability of a three-wheeler with the possibility to change directions like being on two wheels.
The first step was to do extensive research .An incredible source of technical inspiration was the online Tilting Group.Although primarily-concerned with tilting(倾斜) concepts of engine driven constructions,the group is surely the best place to find information about constructing a tilter.
After researching and outlining a few ideas,I grabbed some parts and started with a very simple prototype(雏形).Building such a vehicle needs a high degree of accuracy,which was not the case with my prototype .So I made a few more sketches(草图),which led to an improved version of the driving and tilting mechanism.
Then I started building the tricycle.Building the structure was quite straightforward.As usual I took an old bike apart for the back triangle and then added the front part.After adding a cargo basket to the structure, .
Now came the hard part:the driving mechanism.I started with the usual design used for two-wheel cargo bikes,but it took me quite some time to figure out how to pass the driving force to both wheels without allowing the whole thing to lock itself in any angle , but I'm sure I can use the knowledge I gained one way or another.
A.The project was demanding
B.I decided to get my hands dirty again
C.I fell in love with three-wheeler bikes
D.I put all the parts together for the first time
E.It took me quite some time to understand the ideas behind it
F.The engine driven constructions were always the most difficult to fix
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8、 阅读理解
The prodigious ability of our species to rapidly assimilate vocabulary, expanding from a mere 300 lexemes by the tender age of two to an impressive repertoire exceeding 1,000 by the age of four, remains a subject of profound enigma. Certain scholars in the realms of cognitive science and linguistics have posited that the human mind enters the world equipped with innate cognitive predispositions and logical parameters that facilitate this linguistic feat. However, recent advancements in the sphere of machine learning have unveiled the potential for swift acquisition of semantic understanding from sparse data, eschewing the need for preconceived, hardwired assumptions.
An ensemble of researchers has triumphantly honed a rudimentary artificial intelligence construct to correlate visual representations with their corresponding lexical entities, utilizing a mere 61 hours of ambient visual recordings and auditory data—previously amassed from an individual known as Sam during the years 2013 and 2014. Though this represents but a minuscule fraction of a child's developmental chronicle, it transpires that this was sufficiently informative to incite the AI in discerning the significance of select vocables.
These revelations intimate that the process of linguistic acquisition may be more straightforward than hitherto presumed. It is conceivable that the juvenile mind does not necessitate a tailor-made, sophisticated linguistic apparatus to adeptly apprehend the essence of words, posits Jessica Sullivan, an adjunct professor of psychology at Skidmore College. "This is an exceptionally elegant inquiry," she articulates, as it presents corroborative evidence that rudimentary data extracted from a child's perspective is sufficiently abundant to initiate the processes of pattern recognition and lexical assimilation.
The recent scholarly endeavor also illustrates the plausibility of machines emulating the learning modalities inherent to human cognition. Vast linguistic models are typically nurtured on colossal datasets encompassing billions, if not trillions, of lexical permutations. In stark contrast, human beings manage with a significantly reduced informational intake, as articulated by the principal scribe of the study, Wai Keen Vong. With the appropriate genre of data, the chasm separating machine and human learning could be substantially bridged.
Nevertheless, further investigation is warranted in select dimensions of this pioneering research. The savants concede that their findings do not conclusively elucidate the mechanisms by which children amass vocabulary. Additionally, the study's purview was confined to the identification of nouns pertaining to tangible entities.
Despite these limitations, this represents a stride toward a more profound comprehension of our own cognitive faculties, which may ultimately contribute to the enhancement of human pedagogical practices, according to Eva Portelance, a scholar in computational linguistics. She remarks that AI research has the potential to shed light on enigmatic queries about our essence that have persisted over time. "We can harness these paradigms in a salutary manner, to the advantage of scientific discovery and societal progress," Portelance further elaborates.
(1)、What is a significant finding of machine-learning research? ____A、Vocabulary increases gradually with age.
B、Vocabulary can be acquired from minimal data.
C、Language acquisition is tied to built-in expectations.
D、Language acquisition is as complex as formerly assumed.(2)、What does the underlined word "prompt" in paragraph 2 mean? ____A、Facilitate. B、Persuade. C、Advise. D、Expect.(3)、What is discussed about the new research in paragraph 5? ____A、Its limitations. B、Its strengths.
C、Its uniqueness. D、Its process.(4)、What is Eva Portelance's attitude to the AI research? ____A、Doubtful. B、Cautious. C、Dismissive. D、Positive. -
9、 阅读理解
Upon the release of the publication "The Mountain People" by the American ethnologist Colin Turnbull in the year 1972, he characterized the subjects of his study—a Ugandan tribe known as the Ik—as "a populace devoid of affection." Turnbull, after a period of two years spent in observation, concluded that the Ik exemplified the primal tendencies of mankind: deceit, larceny, and a callous indifference to the suffering of others. However, when Athena Aktipis and her associates from the Human Generosity Project delved more profoundly into the matter, they discovered a society that engaged in the communal sharing of all resources. "Turnbull's observations coincided with a calamitous famine in Uganda. What he witnessed was merely a reflection of the dire circumstances that arise when individuals are gripped by hunger," Aktipis remarks. Yet, her research team uncovered that, despite the oppressive conditions they faced, the Ik held in high esteem the act of mutual assistance whenever it was within their means to do so.
Aktipis posits that the phenomenon of selflessness is more pervasive and advantageous than the field of evolutionary social science has historically acknowledged. "The prevailing assumption was that individuals are inherently inclined to act solely in their own interests or those of their kin," she states. By examining the distinctive and unselfish behaviors that have enabled nine communities across the globe to persist, the scholars from the Project aim to demonstrate that humanity is indeed capable of extensive collaboration.
The Maasai populace in Kenya offers a principal illustration of the Project's findings. They depend on reciprocal friendships to secure necessities such as sustenance or hydration during times of scarcity, with no expectation of reciprocation. Similarly, in the distant locale of New Mexico, while individuals frequently render aid in the transportation of livestock and receive support in kind, they will also provide assistance gratuitously in instances of adversity, such as personal injury or the bereavement of a cherished one.
Aktipis is convinced that the theoretical models she has refined through the study of these communities can be broadly applied to any interdependent systems. Her overarching ambition is to devise social-welfare frameworks that offer sustenance to all members of society. Take, for instance, the market-driven insurance models prevalent in the United States: They are priced according to individual risk factors, including health profiles and geographic location, which results in millions of Americans being priced out of coverage. In contrast, a system founded on the principles of communal support and pooled financial resources would distribute the burden equitably during collective trials, such as natural catastrophes and pandemics.
(1)、What did Turnbull think of the Ik people? ____A、Heartless. B、Helpful. C、Restless. D、Generous.(2)、What does the underlined word "selflessness" in paragraph 2 probably mean? ____A、Trying to be strong and tough to survive.
B、Making full use of the surrounding resources.
C、Being devoted to themselves or their relatives.
D、Caring about the needs and happiness of others.(3)、What does paragraph 3 intend to convey? ____A、Friendships guarantee a well-being life.
B、Folks assist each other to get support.
C、Cooperation is a good and natural instinct. D、People tend to provide resources for free.(4)、How does Aktipis intend to apply her findings? ____A、By designing a policy for public health.
B、By monitoring individual health histories.
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10、 阅读理解
My acquaintance, who never excelled in scholastic pursuits, possessed an innate acuity for aesthetic appreciation. On one occasion, I was engaged in the task of arranging a collection of floral blooms within a container, yet was unable to achieve a visually pleasing arrangement. She approached and, with a few deft motions of her hand, metamorphosed the ensemble into an arresting arrangement of blossoms. Upon receiving commendation for this remarkable proficiency, she dismissed the praise with a nonchalant gesture, perceiving her imaginative prowess as unremarkable.
Frequently, we tend to undervalue our innate competencies, perhaps because we are conditioned to regard only those attributes such as superior intellectual capacity, a proclivity for numerical computation, or an extensive lexicon as possessing intellectual merit. I was graced with the opportunity to discern a different perspective at an early stage of my life.
Upon my commencement of secondary education, a vocational advisor informed my parent that I was not suited for higher education due to my lackluster performance in a spelling component of a standardized assessment. Fortunately, my parent recognized the breadth of my intellectual endowments and advocated on my behalf, demanding that I be included in an academically rigorous curriculum. This episode fundamentally shaped the trajectory of my existence, illustrating the significance of not succumbing to the categorizations imposed by others and enabling me to reach my fullest intellectual capacity.
In the nascent years of the 1980s, Howard Gardner, an eminent scholar from Harvard, introduced the groundbreaking notion of "multiple intelligences." In his seminal work, "Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences," he posited that intelligence transcends the conventional definition and encompasses a diverse spectrum of cognitive faculties.
What captivates me about the theory of multiple intelligences is its capacity to reconceptualize one's own capabilities and innate skills, particularly those that may not conform to the structured confines of academic paradigms. While it is acknowledged that a threshold of intellectual capability is necessary for success, the analytical competencies gauged by I.Q. assessments do not encompass the complete narrative. Hence, we ought to extol all of our talents and competencies, for they constitute the essence of what renders your individual cognitive capacity so extraordinary and distinctive.
(1)、Whose ability is probably underestimated according to the author? ____A、A child who has a large vocabulary.
B、A child who is good at building Lego blocks.
C、A child who has an easy time learning how to multiply.
D、A child who quickly fits into academic learning process.(2)、What does "attributes" underlined in paragraph 2 refer to? ____A、It suited me well to take college-track courses.
B、Intelligence can be interpreted by various abilities.
C、Spelling ability in a standardized test is of great value.
D、A high I.Q. makes no sense in realizing my full potential.(3)、Why did the author mention Howard Gardner's book? ____A、To introduce a new topic. B、To clarify a concept.
C、To recommend the book. D、To support his opinion.(4)、Which can be a suitable title for the text? ____A、Change Your Cognitive Value
B、Develop Your Academic Ability
C、Appreciate Your Multiple Intelligences
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11、 阅读理解
For those individuals who aspire to embark upon a professional journey within the realms of pedagogy, empirical inquiry, or the arts, a period of apprenticeship at the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) presents itself as an exemplary opportunity.
Eligibility Criteria for Application:
Candidates who have successfully concluded their full-time academic tenure at a university level; or those who are currently immersed in a postgraduate curriculum in pursuit of a master's qualification.
For those engaged in specialized technical roles, it is imperative that they have reached the culminating phase of their educational trajectory within a technical learning institution.
Qualifications and Skills Required:
Applicants must be of at least two decades in age.
A proficient mastery, either in the English or French language, is a prerequisite.
An exceptional familiarity with software applications pertinent to office management is mandatory.
The capacity to collaborate effectively within a team and to acclimate to a cosmopolitan work setting is essential.
Robust interpersonal and communicative abilities are a must.
Preparations for the Application Process:
Visa Acquisition: It is incumbent upon you to secure the requisite visas for your intended duration of stay.
Travel Arrangements: You are expected to organize and finance your own transportation to and from the internship site.
Medical Insurance: Evidence of a comprehensive health insurance policy, valid within the host country for the entire internship period, is required. UNESCO will extend a limited insurance coverage, capped at USD 30,000, for the duration of the internship.
Health Certification: Submission of a medical certificate affirming your fitness for work is obligatory.
Motivational Correspondence: Prior to the completion of the application form, you should prepare a well-articulated motivation letter. This document will be reviewed by UNESCO executives and retained in our records for a period of six months. Please note that we do not provide feedback to every applicant. In the event of selection, you will be contacted directly by a manager. Should you not receive any communication within the six-month timeframe, it implies that your application has not been successful.
(1)、According to this passage,applicants are required to ____ .A、hold a master's degree in science
B、have international work experience
C、be fluent in either English or French
D、present a letter from a technical institution(2)、What will UNESCO provide for the internship period? ____A、Limited medical insurance coverage.
B、Training in communication skills.
C、A medical certificate for work.
D、Financial support for travel.(3)、What should applicants do before filling out the application form? ____A、Contact UNESCO managers. B、Get access to the database.
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12、 读后续写
The sudden awakening to a rumbling sound was initially mistaken for thunder, but the unmistakable sensation of the ground trembling beneath you quickly dispelled that notion. Realizing you were in the midst of an earthquake, a natural disaster you had only heard tales of, your heart began to race with the urgency of the situation.
The room around you was in a violent dance, each object seemingly alive with chaotic motion. You fought against the tremors to maintain your balance, knowing that swift action was crucial for your safety. With determination, you rose from your bed, navigating the unpredictable terrain towards the door.
Exiting your dwelling, you were met with a scene of pandemonium. The earth's relentless shaking was accompanied by the ominous sounds of structures succumbing to the force, their collapse echoing through the air. People's panicked screams and cries for help filled the atmosphere, a testament to the chaos that had been unleashed.
Guided by prior knowledge that doorways can offer relative safety during seismic events, you sought refuge in the nearest one. As you huddled there, the fear was palpable, the ground's continuous shaking a stark reminder of nature's raw power.
Time seemed to stretch, each second an eternity, until finally, the earth settled. Cautiously, you emerged from your makeshift shelter, surveying the devastation that the earthquake had wrought. The once-standing edifices now lay in ruins, and in the distance, fires danced, casting an eerie glow over the landscape.
Recalling the survival kit stored in your vehicle, you made your way to the parking lot, hoping it would provide the tools and supplies necessary for immediate needs. Upon arrival, however, you were confronted with a harsh reality: your car, a symbol of escape and independence, was now a victim of the disaster, crushed under the weight of debris from a neighboring structure.
Alone but not defeated, you resolved to remain composed and think with clarity. Scanning your surroundings, you spotted a group of individuals huddled together for comfort and support. Joining them, you found a sense of community in the shared experience, a testament to the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity.
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Together,we worked to find a safe place to take shelter.
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Eventually,after a few days,help arrived,and we were brought to safety.
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13、假定你是李华,你参加了你校学生会主办的"我最敬爱的科学家"故事分享会,请写一篇日记,包含以下内容: (1)感谢指导; (2)你的分享过程; (3)你的感想。
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14、 语法填空
In many ways,friendship ( natural)comes to kids.However,it is also a skill to learn and manage,particularly as kids get older.
It is important for teens to choose friends wisely.They might.choose friends with shared interests or look for people have different backgrounds.The most important things are whether or not the person will be a good friend and whether they enjoy ( spend)time with each other.If it's a yes on both counts,then that person is likely ( play)the role of a friend.
It can take time to make a good friend,but it is often worth the effort.Doing things together,whether it's homework or kicking a soccer ball, ( build)closeness.
Considering the other person's ( feeling)in different situations is also important.It's true that you should stand by good friends in the hard times,but you don't want to give and give without anything return.Healthy friendships are two-way street.
( honest)and trust are important in friendships.Teens need to learn about the importance of being frank(坦率的)with their friends.Friends sometimes hurt each other,but they can always apologize(道歉) and forgive each other.Good relationships are worth the work to repair the damage ( cause)by any miscommunications.
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15、 完形填空
It's Wednesday at Lismore South Public School, in northern New South Wales, Australia. A group of eight-year-olds practice1 with four-legged friend Maggie. Sandy-haired Charlie says he likes her "because she's so calm."
Maggie, too, is eight human-years old and2 enjoys Story Dogs, which is now in 239 Australian schools. Owner, Anne Meagher, says Maggie was rather 3 good at escaping when she first adopted her. Now Maggie can stay still and patiently allows readers to 4 hbooks on her stomach.
"It's a simple enough idea, reading to a dog, but somehow the children5 and find reading easier," Anne says. "Maggie6 listens to the children read. She doesn't 7 them or correct them. She's non-judgmental. But the facts show she helps children 8 the process. I haven't had one student in two years who hasn't improved. I think we create a space where they can feel 9 to make mistakes and have a 10 .
"Story Dogs is, 11 ," says Janine Sigley who, with Leah Sheldon, came up with the program, to make reading12 for children, so they become confident lifelong readers.
"Schools have reported not only improved reading but also 13 self-confidence among readers who become more prepared to join in classroom activities," Janine says. "Story Dogs is helping to build up kids' interest in reading, and once a child14 to read, they can have a better 15 at school."(1)A 、 speaking B 、 reading C 、 running D 、 thinking(2)A 、 directly B 、 suddenly C 、 finally D 、 obviously(3)A 、 careless B 、 brave C 、 wild D 、 friendly(4)A 、 rest B 、 find C 、 throw D 、 share(5)A 、 disagree B 、 win C 、 relax D 、 leave(6)A 、 once B 、 just C 、 also D 、 almost(7)A 、 laugh at B 、 depend on C 、 look for D 、 play with(8)A 、 forget B 、 escape C 、 enjoy D 、 repeat(9)A 、 afraid B 、 comfortable C 、 proud D 、 ashamed(10)A 、 try B 、 break C 、 game D 、 check(11)A 、 awful B 、 strange C 、 reasonable D 、 helpful(12)A 、 possible B 、 proper C 、 important D 、 fun(13)A 、 necessary B 、 increased C 、 healthy D 、 lost(14)A 、 waits B 、 plans C 、 promised D 、 wants(15)A 、 performance B 、 income C 、 environment D 、 relationship -
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Moving to a new country—or even spending a year abroad—is an exciting experience. Making friends in a new country is one of them. Here are some suggestions.
Network through personal connections. Most people don't jump at the chance to show a stranger around town, but that changes as soon as you make a personal connection—even a tiny one. Until you do, you'll never know if your former classmate's brother's best friend lives around the corner.
Join a hobby club or a sports team. Committing to a weekly hobby meet up is a great way to force yourself to socialize. There are always hiking clubs looking for teammates. You don't have to master the local language to find partners. What you need to do is make an effort to start conversations or sign up for exercise classes.
Feeling lonely isn't just about not having weekend plans; it can make us feel like we don't matter to the people around us. Join an organization that helps homeless people or helps out animal shelters. You'll feel good about yourself and find an immediate sense of connection.
Talk to strangers. When you're the stranger in town, it's easy to feel awkward and out of place. The more you push past that, the more you'll find that almost everyone enjoys meeting new people. Talking about where you come from and what the weather is like is the first step to get to know someone.
A.Volunteer for a good cause.
B.However,it has its challenges,too.
C.So practice your small talk and use it often.
D.These are great places to meet outgoing strangers.
E.Ask friends back home if they know anyone in your area.
F.Every trip out of the house is a chance to meet the right person.
G.Exercising in a gym is another way to meet people with similar interests.
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It's widely recognized that play-based learning significantly benefits the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional health of children. Recent research suggests that certain board games, such as Chutes and Ladders and Monopoly, can further contribute to enhancing their mathematical abilities.
A team of researchers from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile in Santiago, Chile, reached this conclusion after a comprehensive analysis of 19 studies conducted between the years 2000 and 2023. With the exception of one study, all focused on the correlation between board games and the development of math skills.
In these studies, children aged between 3 and 9 engaged in board games under the watchful eyes of teachers or trained adults. The structured 20-minute gaming sessions were held twice weekly for a duration of approximately six weeks. In some of the studies, one group of children (the intervention group) played board games that were centered around numbers, while another group (the control group) played games that did not necessitate mathematical skills. In other instances, both the intervention and control groups indulged in number-based games, but they were assigned different games, such as Monopoly and Dominoes.
The mathematical proficiency of the children was evaluated both at the beginning and the end of each study. The researchers were particularly interested in observing improvements in four pivotal areas: the ability to name numbers and exhibit basic numerical understanding, for instance, recognizing that "nine is greater than three." They also monitored the children's progress in addition and subtraction, as well as their burgeoning interest in mathematics.
The findings of this study were published in the academic journal Early Years on July 6, 2023. The results indicated that engaging in board games positively influenced the children's math skills in more than half of the four key areas examined. Moreover, nearly a third of the children in the intervention groups outperformed their counterparts in the control groups on math assessments.
The researchers are optimistic that their findings will encourage the development of new board games specifically tailored for educational purposes in classrooms. In the meantime, consider enhancing your own mathematical skills by organizing a board game night with family and friends this summer—it all adds up to a fun and educational experience!
(1)、What's the researchers' attitude towards the relationship between play-based learning and children's well-being?A、Negative. B、Indifferent. C、Doubtful. D、Positive.(2)、How were the participants' math skills assessed?A、By giving examples. B、By asking questions. C、By making comparisons. D、By providing definitions.(3)、What do the researchers hope their findings will inspire?A、The improvement of social and emotional well-being in children. B、The creation of new board games for classroom learning. C、The introduction of play-based learning in schools. D、The use of board games for physical development.(4)、What is the main focus of the text?A、The benefits of play-based leaning to children. B、The solution to improving children's math skills. C、The results of a study on board games and math skills. D、The need for new board games for classroom learning. -
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No matter where I direct my gaze, the landscape is dotted with the skeletal frames of new structures taking shape. The familiar neighborhoods of my youth, once adorned with the charm of time-honored edifices, have largely vanished, replaced by the sleek silhouettes of contemporary high-rises. There is a rationale for this transformation: residents are in pursuit of the amenities that modern living promises.
However, the question that lingers is, how can the younger generation grasp and uphold their cultural heritage if the tangible remnants of it are continually erased? The advocacy for the conservation of historical buildings transcends mere sentimental yearning for the past. Economic considerations also lend strong support to the cause of preservation.
The restoration and safeguarding of historical districts can serve as a catalyst for economic growth, enticing tourists and small enterprises to the locality. A case in point is the historic Al Bastikiya neighborhood in Dubai, which annually attracts a multitude of visitors from across the globe. It also draws the interest of local inhabitants who are keen on exploring the history of their city.
Critics often contend that preserving historical monuments is an expensive endeavor, but numerous recent initiatives have shown this belief to be unfounded. In fact, the process of refurbishing an existing structure for alternative use can be approximately £40 per square meter less costly than even the most elementary new construction, all the while retaining the architectural elegance of the original structure. Moreover, despite the common assertion that older buildings are less energy efficient and thus have a larger environmental footprint, architects and environmental specialists assert that the most eco-friendly building is the one that already exists. New construction typically has a more detrimental environmental impact, as it necessitates the procurement and transportation of brand-new materials over potentially lengthy distances, rather than utilizing recycled materials that are readily available on site.
In essence, we recycle many other items in our daily lives, and the same principle should be applied to buildings. The act of preserving historical structures presents a multitude of opportunities; in stark contrast, demolition is an irreversible act. Once these architectural gems are lost, they are gone forever, severing an integral thread in our cultural tapestry that can never be regenerated. The decision to preserve or demolish is thus not merely one of aesthetics or economy, but also one of heritage and legacy.
(1)、What drives people to replace old buildings with new ones?A、Their dislike of old buildings. B、Their pride in cultural identity. C、Their concern about young generations. D、Their desire for modern comforts.(2)、What does the example of Al Bastikiya show?A、Historic renovation costs much money. B、Local governments support small businesses. C、Historic preservation brings economic benefits. D、International tourism promises economic recovery.(3)、What can be inferred about renovating old buildings from paragraph 3?A、It uses green materials. B、It damages architectural beauty. C、It reduces environmental impact. D、It worries environmental experts.(4)、What is the author's attitude towards historic preservation?A、Positive. B、Doubtful. C、Disapproving. D、Objective. -
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Growing up in a suburban neighborhood in the Northeastern United States, the advent of springtime didn't hold much significance for me. While it did bring a week-long respite from school, the focus was more on the vacation aspect than the season itself.
For the children in my community, spring was largely an overlooked period. The year was divided into two primary seasons: winter, which offered the thrill of ice skating, sledding, and constructing snow forts; and summer, which allowed us to fully enjoy the beach located a short distance from my home. Spring and autumn were merely transitional periods, marking the countdown to the more exciting seasons.
It's true that as I matured, spring began to hold a certain charm for me, as suggested by the poetic line, "In the spring a young man's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love," penned by Alfred Lord Tennyson. However, my fascination was more with the romantic notions associated with the season rather than the season itself.
In essence, spring was not a season I paid much heed to... until my journey to China. After spending roughly three months in Beijing, my first Spring Festival made its presence known in an undeniable way. The sporadic fireworks throughout the day and night were a clear indication, but what truly struck me was the apparent absence of the usual hustle and bustle in the city.
The usual throngs of people, streams of vehicles, and the general city noise seemed to have vanished. This mystery was resolved upon my return to work. My colleagues enlightened me that it is customary for Chinese people to travel, if necessary, to reunite with their families during the Spring Festival. Many residents of Beijing are not originally from the capital.
Furthermore, I was introduced to a fascinating aspect of the Spring Festival that continues to astonish me. Regardless of when the holiday commences, there is an almost instantaneous and perceptible improvement in the weather. Spring truly makes its entrance.
The ancient Chinese ability to devise a system that could consistently and accurately herald the change of seasons, year after year, is beyond my comprehension. Yet, they managed to achieve this remarkable feat.
(1)、What did the author think of spring as a child?A、It was a season full of promise. B、It was always beyond his imagination. C、It was a tiring and long holiday. D、It hardly left a good impression on him.(2)、What impressed the author most about Beijing during the Spring Festival?A、The busy traffic. B、The unexpected quietness. C、Beijingers' love for travel. D、Occasional bursts of fireworks.(3)、How does the author feel about the system created by ancient Chinese?A、Adorable. B、Confused. C、Wonderful. D、Convenient.(4)、What can be inferred from the text?A、Spring Festival in Beijing will make one feel quite lonely. B、The author spent his first Spring Festival at a colleague's home. C、In China Spring Festival always indicates the coming of Spring. D、The author still worked during the Spring Festival while in Beijing. -
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Social media platforms are indeed a treasure trove of resources that can enrich your teaching experience and provide a constant stream of inspiration. Here's a breakdown of how you can leverage these platforms and accounts for your classroom:
Social Media for Daily Inspiration: Utilize social media to discover and share creative and engaging content that can be incorporated into your daily teaching routine. This can include innovative activities, entertaining games, and inventive crafts that can enhance your lesson plans and make learning more enjoyable for your students.
Teach Like You Mean It: This platform offers a plethora of ideas to transform your classroom into a more welcoming and homely environment. It provides exciting suggestions and quick DIY projects, often accompanied by short videos and images, to make your classroom a more enjoyable space for your students.
Technically Its Kinder: This resource is particularly beneficial for kindergarten teachers. It regularly posts a variety of activities and games that are suitable for young learners. Additionally, it offers insights on integrating technology into your teaching, helping students become more comfortable and adept with digital tools.
Madly Learning: Created by Patti, a teacher and blogger, this platform shares practical DIY videos and personal anecdotes from Patti's experiences as both a teacher and a mother. These insights can provide you with fresh ideas and inspiration for your own classroom.
Teachers Pay Teachers: This is a unique platform where educators can buy and sell teaching resources. Their Instagram account is a great source of inspiration, featuring quotes, crafts, classroom ideas, and more. It's a community-driven space where teachers can draw inspiration from the creativity and expertise of their peers.
By exploring these resources, you can not only enhance your teaching style but also foster a more dynamic and engaging learning environment for your students. Give them a try and see how they can elevate your teaching to new heights.
(1)、Who are the intended readers?A、Students of senior schools. B、Advocates for education reform. C、Parents of preschool children. D、Teachers of schools and kindergartens.(2)、What is special about Technically Its Kinder?A、It offers tons of lesson plans. B、It renews the posts on a daily basis. C、It helps apply technology to teaching. D、It teaches technology to the students.(3)、Which social media should you visit to buy some tools?A、Teachers Pay Teachers. B、Teach Like You Mean It. C、Technically Its Kinder. D、Madly Learning.