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1、假如你是李华,为了激发同学们对科技发展的兴趣,本学期校英语外教Frank打算组织一次英文读书会,准备从《Steve Jobs》和《Tools and Weapons》两本书中选一本供大家阅读。请参考以下两本书的内容简介,给Frank写一封邮件,内容包括:
1. 你推荐的书目;
2. 说明理由。
注意:1. 写作词数应为80左右;2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。

Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson, 2011
·Isaacson interviewed Steve Jobs over forty times, and interviewed hundreds of Jobs' friends, relatives, and rivals to sum up Jobs' remarkable life. The result is an interesting story of a man driven to succeed and driven to make perfect products.

Tools and Weapons by Brad Smith and Carol Ann Browne, 2019
·The authors, using inside stories from Microsoft and historical examples, explore how technology can be both a helpful tool and a source of danger. They advocate that tech firms must develop smarter policy solutions to keep innovation safe.
Dear Frank,
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Li Hua
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2、阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Anglia Wenfeng, the (found) of DeepSeek, was born in 1985 in Zhanjiang, Guangdong. He earned his master's degree in information (engineer) from Zhejiang University. In 2015, he set up the quantitative hedge-fund High-Flyer, algorithm-driven trading firm focused on big data (数据) strategies. With code able (label) market data varying from micro-second ticks macro news, the system kept its (accurate) above 30 percent. By 2021 it had managed RMB 100 billion and had quietly stocked 10,000 NVIDIA GPUs, which, he warned, might one day(ban) under U.S. export rules.
In May 2023, he set himself another larger objective. He chose not to open another profit-driven branch, but to found DeepSeek as an open-research lab, mission — developing AGI — is (appeal) to any engineer who wants to solve the hardest problem on Earth. DeepSeek's V3 model, (automatic) trained for only $5.6 million on 2,048 old H800 chips, now matches GPT-4 on most tests, which has already forced domestic rivals to cut API prices by 90 percent.
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3、I knew my parents had a fine relationship, but I never realized how much my father adored my mother. Only after my mother1 Alzheimer's did my father reveal his immense love. He didn't talk about his feelings. But he showed me his2 every day.
"Your mother looks so3 in that sweatshirt," my father said when we were wandering the corridors of the memory care unit. Mom was walking4, holding each of our arms, her head bent. I hadn't really5 her clothes, but I stopped to look. Her pink sweatshirt highlighted the rosy color in her6. When she looked at me and smiled, her face7. It took my father's observation for me to see my mother in a new light.
"I discovered a sure way to make your mother8." my father said. Later, when Mom was deep into the9 stages. We were seated next to Mom's bed, watching her twist her sheet. I10 forward, eager for my father's thoughts. My usual ways of making Mom smile were11 me and I felt sad when she and I were unable to connect.
"12 this," he said and he leaned forward and gave Mom a series of13 kisses on her cheek. She smiled, then she giggled and her beauty shone so strongly that I14 understood what my father had always known: beauty is there,15 you're looking with your heart.
(1)A 、sank into B 、reacted to C 、dealt with D 、detected with(2)A 、burden B 、relief C 、sympathy D 、devotion(3)A 、innocent B 、pretty C 、normal D 、casual(4)A 、ahead B 、aside C 、along D 、by(5)A 、noticed B 、watched C 、appreciated D 、understood(6)A 、heart B 、eyes C 、cheeks D 、arms(7)A 、lowered B 、shone C 、pulled D 、turned(8)A 、calm B 、smile C 、sleep D 、bow(9)A 、basic B 、vital C 、final D 、odd(10)A 、bent B 、looked C 、went D 、put(11)A 、resisting B 、accompanying C 、bothering D 、failing(12)A 、Watch B 、Feel C 、Clone D 、Obey(13)A 、hesitant B 、distant C 、light D 、visible(14)A 、slightly B 、apparently C 、gradually D 、fully(15)A 、if B 、unless C 、though D 、until -
4、Why we enjoy fear: the science of a good scare
The thrill of a frightening film can feel incredibly delightful — and mild horror, say researchers, can also help develop lasting psychological toughness. Palms sweat, heartbeat quickens, muscles tense. Is this just the relief of having survived — or is it something more?
Fear is an ancient emotion and scary stories are rooted in human history. In early societies, scary tales were used to teach children about dangers they might encounter. A study found that horror fans were mentally tougher. "They have, to some extent, been exposed to similar scenes and can draw on that experience to face new, uncertain realities." says Malmdorf-Andersen.
To investigate the relationship between enjoyment and fear, Malmdorf-Andersen studied a group of people who went to a haunted house (鬼屋). The findings indicated that humans don't like being too far from their normal physiological state. "There might be a sweet spot between fear and enjoyment." says Malmdorf-Andersen. "At that spot, a flood of fear quickly followed by relief results in the release of feel-good chemicals in the brain rewarding you with a sudden rush of intense delight."
We all have a unique sense of what we find scary — what can be a thrill for one person can be truly terrifying for another. So dare to be scared — but just the right amount.
A. However, keep in mind that everyone is different.
B. Instead, they do enjoy being just a little bit out of their comfort zone.
C. Today, what draws people to watch a good scare?
D. When fear dies down, we can be left with feelings of pleasure.
E. This indicates that enjoyment of fear makes sense if you look at it as a "form of play".
F. As a matter of fact, they prefer to stay in their comfort zones.
G. They are the signs to fight the dangers.
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5、It seems no one can really agree on the question of "What's so funny?". So, imagine trying to teach a robot how to laugh. But that's exactly what a team of researchers at Kyoto University in Japan are trying to design, an AI that takes its cues through a shared laughter system. The scientists describe their innovative approach to building a funny bone for the Japanese android "Erica" in the latest issue of the journal Frontiers in Robotics and AI.
"We think that one of the important functions of conversational AI is empathy (移情,共鸣),"explained lead author Dr Koji Inoue, an assistant professor at Kyoto University in the Department of Intelligence Science and Technology within the Graduate School of Informatics. "One way a robot can empathize with users is to share their laughter."
In the shared-laughter model, a human first laughs and the AI system responds with laughter as an empathetic response. This approach required designing three subsystems — one to detect laughter, a second to decide whether to laugh, and a third to choose the type of appropriate laughter. The type of laughter is also important, because in some cases a polite chuckle may be more appropriate than a loud snort of laughter.
The team tested Erica's new sense of humor by creating four different short dialogues between a person and Erica with her new shared-laughter system. Then they asked more than 130 people in total to listen to each dialogue within the three different conditions — shared-laughter system, no laughter, all laughter — and evaluated the interactions based on human-likeness, naturalness and understanding. The shared-laughter system performed better than either baseline(基准).
"Robots should actually have a distinct character, and we think that they can show this through their conversational behaviors, such as laughing, eye gaze, gestures and speaking style," Inoue added, "We do not think this is an easy problem at all, and it may well take more than 10 to 20 years before we can finally have a casual chat with a robot like we would with a friend."
(1)、Why does the author mention the question in the beginning?A、To review different views on humour. B、To invite readers to join the discussion. C、To emphasize the difficulty of the research. D、To clarify the value of a sense of humour.(2)、What is mainly talked about in Paragraph 3?A、The study purpose. B、The working principle. C、The test result. D、The research impact.(3)、Which of the following statements is TRUE?A、Erica was designed to tell jokes in four dialogues. B、Over 130 people had live conversations with Erica. C、The shared-laughter dialogues came out on top. D、Listeners laughed most in the shared-laughter system.(4)、What is Inove's attitude towards conversational AI's development?A、Realistic B、Optimistic C、Critical D、Indifferent -
6、From self-driving cars to carebots for elderly people, rapid development in technology has long represented a possible threat to many jobs normally performed by people. But experts now believe that almost 50 percent of occupations existing today will be completely unnecessary by 2040 as artificial intelligence continues to change businesses.
"The next fifteen years will see a revolution in how we work, and a revolution will necessarily take place in how we plan and think about workplaces," said Peter Andrew, Director of Workplace Strategy for CBRE Asia Pacific.
A growing number of jobs in the future will require creative intelligence, social skills and the ability to use artificial intelligence.
The report is based on interviews with 200 experts, business leaders and young people from Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. It shows that in the US technology already ravages more job opportunities than it creates.
But the report states, "Losing occupations does not change what people do." Growth in new jobs could occur as much, according to the research.
"The growth of 20 to 40 person companies that have the speed and technological know-how will directly challenge big companies." it states.
A 2024 report by Pew Research found 52 percent of experts in artificial intelligence and robotics were optimistic about the future and believed there would still be enough jobs in the next few years. The optimists pictured "a future in which robots do not take the place of more jobs than they create" according to Aaron Smith, the report's co-author.
"Technology will continue to affect jobs, but more jobs seem likely to be created. Although there have always been unemployed people, when we reached a few billion people there were billions of jobs. There is no shortage of things that need to be done and that will not change." Microsoft's Jonathan Grudin told researchers.
(1)、What phenomenon does the author describe according to Paragraph 1?A、The complete disappearance of self-driving cars. B、The sharp decrease in the number of elderly people. C、The sudden stop of technological development. D、The rapid replacement of human jobs by AI.(2)、What does the underlined word "ravages" mean in paragraph 4?A、loses B、provides C、replaces D、destroys(3)、What might determine the future development of companies according to the report?A、The number of employees they have. B、Whether their business is safe from tech-driven change. C、Their rapid responsiveness and technological strengths. D、The length of time they have been in business.(4)、What can be a suitable title for this text?A、Will Robots Leave Us Jobless? B、Technology Vs. Humans: Who Wins? C、AI Rise: How Will It Shape the World? D、Will Small Firms Defeat Large Companies? -
7、On April 30, 2025, the U. S. National Academy of Sciences (NAS) announced its new members, including Chinese pharmacologist Tu Youyou, who was elected a foreign associate member. This election powerfully recognizes Tu's lifelong contributions — especially her groundbreaking discovery of artemisinin, a malaria-fighting wonder drug that has saved millions of lives.
Tu Youyou was born in Ningbo in 1930. At 16, her battle with tuberculosis (肺结核) inspired her mission to relieve human suffering through science, leading her to Peking University in 1951, where her strict academic training laid the groundwork for her future work at the intersection (交叉) of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and modern science.
After graduation, she conducted vital research on herbal medicines, clarifying long-standing confusion over plant species. In 1969, Tu led a team to comb through 2,000 ancient TCM texts and folk cures. A 4th-century text eventually inspired a key idea: extracting Artemisia annua (sweet wormwood) with ether (乙醚) could preserve its active part. After 190 failed experiments, success came. By 1972, her team had extracted pure artemisinin, proved safety on themselves, and confirmed its effectiveness.
Artemisinin has revolutionized malaria treatment, reducing incidence by 37% and death rate by 60% between 2000 and 2015, saving an estimated 5.9 million children's lives (WHO, 2015). This achievement earned Tu the 2011 Lasker Award and, in 2015, the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine — the first Nobel in a scientific field for a Chinese scientist and a landmark for TCM's global recognition. She later received China's Highest National Science and Technology Award (2016) and was named among Time's 100 Most Influential Women (2020).
Nevertheless, Tu remains humble, emphasizing that artemisinin is "a gift from TCM and the collective effort of her team." At 94, she rises at dawn to monitor resistance trials, records every data point by hand, and personally replies to rural doctors seeking advice. Her humility, resilience, and quiet dedication continue to inspire scientists worldwide.
(1)、What motivated Tu Youyou's career in medical science?A、Reading a 4th-century text on herbal medicine. B、Fighting against a serious disease at age 16. C、Studying at Peking University in 1951. D、Witnessing the deadly impact of malaria.(2)、What key step finally led to the success of her study?A、Heating Artemisia annua in boiling water for hours. B、Switching from water to ether as the extracting liquid. C、Testing the 190th sample on laboratory animals. D、Consulting Western pharmacology textbooks.(3)、The last paragraph best reveals that Tu is ________.A、talented B、ambitious C、cautious D、modest(4)、What does the passage mainly convey?A、Breakthroughs result from commitment and persistence. B、Individual genius weighs more than teamwork in fighting disease. C、Global recognition turns local herbs into widespread cures. D、Future study focuses on developing modern drugs from herbal sources. -
8、From breathtaking landscapes to family favorites, National Geographic Traveler's Best of the World list is back with the destinations that deserve your attention.
Big Bend National Park
This remote and dry part of west Texas, U. S. A., has more cactus (仙人掌) species than any other national park, as well as birds such as roadrunners and bright yellow Scott's orioles, and animals such as javelina. But encounters with wildlife seem different in the desert. They remind you that life is where you least expect to find it.
Azores
The Azores, a necklace of nine attractive islands in the middle of the Atlantic, are part of Portugal. These volcanic islands are known for whale-watching and hot springs. The islands' pools, volcanic lakes, waterfalls and steaming geysers (间歇泉) all bear witness to the violent volcanic forces.
Botswana
The southern African country of Botswana continues to face a series of threats to its expansive, wildlife-rich national parks and game reserves, ranging from illegal hunting to overtourism. But new measures are helping case some of the pressure. The Tuli Block holds animals like leopards and a large elephant population. Visitors can enjoy guided safaris here, experiencing the stunning wildlife up close while supporting conservation efforts.
Guyana
Thick rain forests, vast savannahs (稀树草原), magical mountain ranges and grand rivers-Guyana may be one of South America's smaller nations, but it holds strong appeal for nature-lovers. Natural highlights range from leopards moving quietly in thick forests to large eagles in the skies and wow-moments like Kaeteur Falls, one of the world's highest single drop waterfalls.
(1)、What can we learn about Azores?A、They are located on the mainland of Portugal. B、They are famous for desert landscapes. C、They were formed by volcanic activity. D、They have the largest whale population in the world.(2)、Which destination is endangered by human activities?A、Big Bend National Park. B、Azores. C、Botswana. D、Guyana.(3)、For whom is this article most likely written?A、Scientists who study wildlife protection. B、Tourists who seek inspiration for their trips. C、Historians who research volcanic islands. D、Parents who pick a travel destination for their kids. -
9、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。
Sarah, usually energetic before races, sat weakly on the bench. She looked pale. A stomach illness had hit her family, and she was still sick.
Coach Davis stood beside her. "Sarah, can you run the anchor leg (最后一棒) tomorrow? It's the most important job, but you are sick." The anchor leg runner finishes the race, and Sarah was their fastest runner.
Sarah breathed hard. "I... I have to, Coach. The team needs me." But her voice shook, and sweat shone on her forehead.
Nearby, Maya watched, her hands tight. She ran the third leg well but wasn't the fastest. Seeing Sarah so sick worried her. What if Sarah got worse?
In the locker room after practice, Maya sat next to Sarah. "Hey," she said gently, "how are you really feeling?"
Sarah looked down at her shaking hands. "Not great," she admitted. "But I can't let everyone down. The team is counting on me."
Maya took a deep breath. "I know you want to help, but what if running makes you worse? Maybe... maybe someone else should run the anchor leg this time?"
Sarah's eyes were filled with tears, "But who? It has to be someone fast."
"I could try," Maya offered quietly. "I've been practicing hard. And Coach could help me prepare."
Sarah stared at her, "You'd really do that?"
Maya nodded firmly, "Of course! We're teammates. That's what teammates do — we help each other when we need it most."
Coach Davis, who had been listening nearby, walked over. "Sarah, Maya makes a good point. Running while sick could hurt your health and the team's chances. Sometimes the bravest thing is knowing when to step back. Don't worry, the backup will take Maya's place."
Sarah wiped her eyes. It was the hardest decision she'd ever made.
"You're right," she finally said, her voice thick with emotion. "Maya, I trust you. You'll be a great anchor leg." Maya laughed and hugged her friend. "I'll run like you're right beside me!"
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The big race came the next day.
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Maya smiled, "I wouldn't have done it without your trust."
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10、假定你是育才中学学生会主席李华。你校将举办"中华茶文化讲座",拟邀请茶文化专家Smith做主讲人。请用英文写一封邀请信,内容包括:
1.写信目的;
2.讲座安排。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Smith,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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11、阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The second China-Australia Dialogue Exhibition, (title) "Postcards from China: An Artistic Odyssey", opened at the China Cultural Centre in Sydney on August 28, attracting around 110 attendees from the cultural, artistic media circles of the two countries.
The opening ceremony featured a (wonder) performance of guzheng solo High Mountains and Flowing Water, one of China's ten great ancient (piece), and Eugène Ysaye's Violin Sonata No.2, Op. 27.
Co-organized the centre, the Australian Watercolor Institute and Guangxi Arts University, the exhibition featured 40 works by 10 Chinese and Australian artists that explore themes of cultural integration and exchange.
Wang Shuyu, cultural counselor of the Chinese Consulate General in Sydney, highlighted the unique power of art in crossing borders and (build) friendship between the two countries. "These creations are not (mere) paintings on paper; they're like postcards carrying stories, dreams and hopes between the two nations," she said.
David van Nunen, president of the Australian Watercolor Institute, (stress) the exhibition's role in showcasing the outcomes of a visit to China by Australian artists, lasted from August last year to July this year. "We are devoted to advancing cross-cultural exchanges and look forward to deeper cooperation with China not only (open) up more spaces for artistic creation, but also to build a closer emotional bond between artists from both sides," he said.
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12、Earlier this year,7-year-old Adriana suffered a serious injury in an accident. One of the first to1 to her side was Ricky Powell, a rescue worker from Douglas County Fire/EMS. During those key first moments, Ricky stayed2 and kept focused on giving Adriana the immediate care she3. From that day on, the two became4.
Weeks later, it was Adriana's first day back to school — a day she had eagerly looked forward to after weeks of5. To her great surprise, Ricky appeared at the school gate as she6 up with her mom. Several teachers nearby also7 to watch, smiling at the heartwarming scene. This time, he didn't8 any medical supplies. Instead, he held a handful of bright flowers, some small toys as9, and flashed a big, warm smile. A week earlier, Ricky had10 Adriana's mom about her favorite things, just to make her return to school a little more11.
As soon as Adriana saw Ricky, her face12. "Mr. Ricky" she called out13. She let go of her mom's hand and ran toward him, her eyes filled with happiness. She14 her arms around him, and Ricky gently patted (拍) her back, saying, "Welcome back to school, Adriana." In that moment, Adriana could15 how much care Ricky had for her-far more than just the help he'd provided before.
(1)A 、point B 、shout C 、rush D 、fall(2)A 、ashamed B 、annoyed C 、thankful D 、calm(3)A 、needed B 、recognized C 、refused D 、missed(4)A 、roommates B 、cousins C 、friends D 、classmates(5)A 、reflection B 、hesitation C 、uncertainty D 、recovery(6)A 、walked B 、caught C 、teamed D 、rolled(7)A 、pretended B 、gathered C 、struggled D 、promised(8)A 、borrow B 、waste C 、carry D 、hide(9)A 、tools B 、gifts C 、rewards D 、symbols(10)A 、asked B 、reminded C 、informed D 、warned(11)A 、reasonable B 、special C 、flexible D 、adventurous(12)A 、tightened up B 、clouded over C 、cooled down D 、lit up(13)A 、excitedly B 、worriedly C 、nervously D 、roughly(14)A 、waved B 、touched C 、threw D 、cleaned(15)A 、prove B 、express C 、doubt D 、feel -
13、The Thais have always had a deep love for fresh fish. However, for decades, the waters close to Thailand have been emptied of fish.. The farther the fishermen sailed, the longer it took to bring the fish back to the market. By the time they arrived, the fish were no longer fresh.
To solve this problem, fishermen put freezers (冰柜) on their boats. They would freeze the caught fish immediately. , but it failed to maintain the freshness that the Thais treasured. The price of frozen fish began to drop.
Then, the fishermen tried another solution. They put fish tanks (鱼缸) on their boats. They would catch fish and place them in the tanks, packed tightly together. The fish would move around a bit, but soon became tired and bored. .
Finally, the fishermen discovered a clever solution. They added a small shark to the tanks. The shark would eat a few fish, but the remaining ones stayed lively and active throughout the journey. , keeping them always on the move. When the fishermen reached the market, the fish were still fresh and full of life.
The customers at the market were very happy with the energetic and lively fish. . The fishermen's new method not only kept the fish fresh but also brought back the excitement of buying fish that were as lively as if they had just been caught. This clever idea helped the fishermen succeed once again.
A. They could see and feel the difference in quality
B. As a result, these fish did not taste fresh, either
C. Many fishermen started to fish in warmer waters instead
D. The presence of the shark created a challenge for the fish
E. This method helped the fish last longer without going bad
F. The fish in the tanks soon escaped and jumped into the sea
G. This forced fishermen to journey further out to sea to catch fish
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14、Recent research challenges decades of belief about money and happiness. While past studies claimed wealth weakly affects happiness in rich nations, new findings prove income comparison powerfully shapes joy. The key is "relative wealth" — feeling richer than others brings more happiness than high income or education alone.
Researchers analyzed 357 global surveys covering 2.3 million people. Participants ranked themselves on a 10-level "status ladder (地位等级)" comparing their position to society. Results revealed social comparison drives over 70% of money's impact on happiness — far outweighing actual resources. "Money gains power when measured against others," explains lead researcher Dr. Lee.
The researchers also found that the effect of social comparison was stronger in countries, such as Singapore. Resource competition forces constant social evaluation. Yet upward comparisons often backfire. As Mark Twain observed, "Comparison is the death of joy." Having just a little more money than your parents doesn't bring much satisfaction, because nowadays the neighbors are clearly much wealthier.
Critically, economic growth sometimes fails to improve national happiness. Why? The study suggests unequal progress makes many feel left behind despite personal gains. True well-being requires advancing both personally and relatively within society's position ladder. Lawmakers thus must balance wealth creation with fair competition policies.
(1)、How does the study measure "relative wealth"?A、By measuring education levels. B、By using a 10-level status ladder. C、By researching job satisfaction forms. D、By analyzing spending habits.(2)、Why does the author mention Mark Twain's words?A、To criticize social comparison. B、To claim historical wisdom is outdated. C、To emphasize Singapore's uniqueness. D、To indicate money's declining importance.(3)、What can be inferred about traditional economic policies?A、They overvalue absolute income growth. B、They effectively use social comparison. C、They prioritize education over wealth. D、They ignore resource competition.(4)、What can be a suitable title for the text?A、Absolute Wealth: Real Path to Happiness B、Why Money Fails to Buy Joy in Modern Society C、The Hidden Power of Relative Wealth Comparison D、Education vs. Income: New Research Findings -
15、The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) is causing increased deadly air pollution. AI requires huge computer processing, demanding constant electricity from power plants and backup generators. This pollution is projected to cause over 1,000 early deaths yearly in the U.S. by 2030, with public health costs nearing $ 20 billion annually due to illnesses and missed work or school days.
Despite these impacts, the problem appears overlooked by the tech industry. "If you examine tech companies' sustainability reports, they mention carbon emissions (碳排放) and water use, but completely ignore harmful air pollutants already damaging public health," explains Shaolei Ren, a study author.
The research team recommends that tech companies report air pollution from their electricity use and generators. They also call for proper compensation for communities suffering the worst health effects from this pollution.
Notably, AI-related air pollution harms certain low-income neighborhoods more severely, partly because they often sit closer to power sources. Furthermore, pollution spreads across state boundaries. "Data centers pay local taxes," Ren notes, "but health impacts reach nationwide. Other affected areas receive no compensation." For example, pollution from Virginia data centers spreads into seven neighboring regions.
As tech companies compete to launch new AI services, dangerous air pollutants — especially tiny particles entering lungs — are expected to rise sharply. By 2030, health damage from AI pollution could match that of all vehicles in California.
"AI's growth hugely increases demand for data centers and energy, making it the fastest-growing energy user across all industries," Ren states. Training just one major AI model creates pollution equal to 10,000 car trips between Los Angeles and New York.
"If your relatives have asthma or heart conditions, this pollution may harm them today. This serious health problem cannot wait," Ren warns.
(1)、What do tech company reports fail to include about environmental impact?A、Power plants' costs. B、Harmful air pollutants. C、Carbon emissions data. D、Water conservation efforts.(2)、What does the underlined word "compensation" in paragraph 3 most likely mean?A、Money or support for losses suffered. B、New equipment to reduce pollution. C、Scientific research on air quality. D、Medical treatment for illnesses.(3)、Why does Ren say pollution spreads "nationwide"?A、To argue for higher local taxes. B、To prove generators are inefficient. C、To encourage relocation from cities. D、To show all affected communities require attention.(4)、What is the main concern of the text?A、Data centers consume too much water. B、AI development reduces job opportunities. C、Tech companies ignore pollution problems. D、AI growth creates severe air pollution and health dangers. -
16、Gitanjali Rao, born in 2005, is an Indian American writer and scientist. Her parents, who both worked in education, encouraged her curiosity and love for learning. When she was four years old, her uncle gave her a science set. This small gift got her very interested in how things work. At seven, she earned the title Davidson Young Scholar because of her strong skills in science and math.
In 2017, Rao won the first place in the Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge. This brought her wide attention. She decided to use her talents to solve real problems. After learning about unsafe drinking water in Flint, Michigan, she created Tethys. This device tests water for dangerous lead and sends results to a phone. Later, she designed Kindly, an app that uses computer smarts to find hurtful online messages early. She also built Epione, a tool to help doctors spot signs of drug addiction.
Rao is also a writer. Her first book, Baby Brother Wonders, came out in 2015 when she was just ten. In 2020, she published A Young Person's Guide to Science and Technology. That same year, TIME Magazine chose her as the first ever Kid of the Year, featuring her on its cover. She also received other important awards including a place on Forbes Magazine's 30 Under 30 list.
Outside of science, Rao enjoys Indian classical dance, singing and playing the piano. She has shared her ideas at TEDx events and appeared in a Marvel television show. Her story teaches us that young people can make a big difference in the world.
(1)、What first started Rao's interest in science?A、Her parents' jobs. B、A gift from her uncle. C、Winning a school competition. D、Reading about water problems.(2)、What problem does Kindly aim to solve?A、Drug's effectiveness. B、Water prices. C、Hurtful online messages. D、Lack of science education.(3)、What happened to Rao in 2020?A、She joined a TV show. B、She wrote her first book. C、She won the 3M Challenge. D、She was named as Kid of the Year.(4)、What is Rao's belief about technology according to her inventions?A、It belongs only to labs. B、It should benefit society. C、It should replace doctors. D、Its main purpose is entertainment. -
17、Across the United States, food and drink festivals celebrate different tastes and cultures, drawing thousands of attendees every year. Here are four great events that offer wonderful experiences.
The Great American Beer Festival (October)
This 3-day event in Denver is held at the Colorado Convention Center. It attracts around 50,000 people each year. Over 800 American factories (酿酒厂) offer more than 4,000 kinds of beer, including famous ones like Sierra Nevada and Dogfish Head. Visitors can eat food from local food trucks, such as handmade pretzels and delicious small hamburgers. You can also attend workshops to learn about the beer-making process or meet skilled brewers.
Oktoberfest (啤酒节) Zinzinnati(September)
This is America's biggest Oktoberfest outside Munich, and it takes place along the river in Cincinnati. It draws more than 800,000 people each year. Over 100 sellers offer German food and beer. There's a big 300-foot tent called Zinzinnati Festhalle that can hold more than 1,000 people, and features over 30 shows. Favorite traditions include the World's Largest Chicken Dance, the Running of the Wieners (a race with small dogs), and a mug-holding competition.
The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience (June)
This popular event in Louisiana is held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Each year, roughly 7,500 people come to it. You can try food and drinks from over 250 wineries and 75 local restaurants. They serve both traditional and innovative New Orleans dishes. Special activities include the Royal Street Stroll, where you taste wine in old shops in the French Quarter, and the Grand Tasting, where chefs show how to cook.
Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival (February)
This 4-day event in Miami Beach has over 400 sellers, offering things like special cheeses and handmade cocktails, and about 25,000 people attend it. It's held at the convention center, local restaurants, and tents on the beach. Famous chefs like Guy Fieri and Bobby Flay show how to cook and host special dinners. Special activities include Burger Bash hosted by Emeril Lagasse and the Grand Tasting Village with over 50 restaurants and 100 kinds of wine and drinks.
(1)、Where is The Great American Beer Festival held?A、Along the river in Cincinnati. B、On the beach in Miami Beach. C、At the Colorado Convention Center. D、At the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.(2)、Which event attracts the largest number of attendees each year?A、Oktoberfest Zinzinnati. B、The Great American Beer Festival. C、The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience. D、Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival.(3)、What can visitors do at Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival?A、Take part in the Running of the Wieners. B、Watch chefs demonstrate cooking skills. C、Try small hamburgers from local food trucks. D、Taste wine in old shops in the French Quarter. -
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Zhong Nanshan, is considered one of the most outstanding doctors in China, has made numerous contributions to our country. He is a courageous and kind figure(love) by many people.
This devoted and patient physician was born in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province in October,1936. He(commit) himself to caring for and treating patients ever since he graduated from Peking Medical School. In 2020, Wuhan encountered COVID-19. impressed us most was that this 84-year old man rushed to the front line without (hesitate). Dangerous as it was, he and his team risked (they) lives, working day and night to search for the treatment for the disease. Despite many (fail), they never acknowledged defeat. Finally, the team succeeded in the fight against the disease,(save) numerous lives. With their efforts, the spread was control and our country got back on its feet.
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20、When studying at the University of Pittsburgh, I went home to Virginia to see my family one weekend. "Look, I got a best sportsman's jacket!" I said. Dad1 took his eyes off the TV. I had wanted Dad to2 me all my life, but nothing ever seemed3 enough. I got rid of my4 and went back to Pittsburgh. A month later, Mom called and said that Dad's diabetes (糖尿病) had gotten worse. "I'm coming home." I said. "You're going to need help."
I moved to a/an5 near home. Every Sunday, with all schoolwork finished, I went home and helped Dad. To my sadness, he6 everything I did. "It's not you." Mom explained to me. "What7 him makes him feel bad about himself. His anger was masking (掩饰) his frustration (挫败)." I was so8 to hear that. Now I saw his pain went beyond the bodily pain, and that made me try harder to9 him.
One day we were watching a football game. I said, "I'll10you $2 million that Dallas wins." Dad looked at me. "You don't have $2 million." he11. After that, every time we watched the game, we made the same bets. Dad laughed more easily and accepted my help more12. Our relationship was13.
That spring, a week before the National Football League draft (选拔), we had a party at our house. After everyone had gone, Dad and I were sitting in the living room. He caught my eye. "Whether you make it or not doesn't14" he said. "I'm proud of you." Maybe our relationship would never be perfect, but I would never15 that he wanted the best for me.
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