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When Alex Lin was 11 years old,he came across an alarming article in the newspaper highlighting the improper handling of e-waste,such as burying outdated computers in backyards and throwing cellphones in the garbage.This is dangerous as e-waste contains poisonous chemicals and substances that can leak into the environment,getting into crops,animals,water supplies,and even humans.
"I was deeply concerned,"recalls Alex.He immediately conducted a survey to assess the situation in his town.The results were astonishing:Among the respondents,only one in eight even knew what e-waste was,let alone how to properly dispose of it.
Determined to make a difference,Alex immediately set up a project under WIN,the organization he had established with his friends two years prior to address community issues.The WIN team publicized their efforts in the local newspaper and distributed notices tostudents,urging residents to bring their unwanted electronics to the school parking lot.They successfully collected over 21,000 pounds of e-waste,including outdated computers from the school system.Following this,they established a permanent e-waste drop-offcenter.
Recognizing the imporance ofreuse,which is seven times more efficient than recycling,Alex and his team began exploring ways to refurbish(翻新)the old computers.He persuaded his school to integrate computer refurbishment into the curriculum,enabling students to collect,restore,and distribute 260 computers to children in need
Realizing that a drop-offcenter alone was not a sustainable solution,Alex took his efforts to the state level in 2006.He spoke at the state house,advocating for a new e-waste bill that would outlaw the dumping(倾倒)of e-waste.Along with other supporters,he engaged with lawmakers,presented slideshows,and gathered over 370 signatures.Ultimately,the bill was passed into law.
Thanks to the efforts of individuals like Alex and his team,the message of safe e-waste disposal is gradually gaining attention.As Alex states,"Today's technology should not become tomorrow's poison."
(1)、What was the issue that concerned Alex?A、High investment of e-waste recycling. B、Pollution from burying old computers. C、Unsafe management of electronic waste. D、Wasted stuff in thrown-away electronics.(2)、What words can best summarize Alex and his team?A、Generous yet inefficient B、Innovative and committed. C、Passionate yet undisciplined. D、Conventional and cautious.(3)、Why did Alex and his team explore ways to refurbish old computers?A、To reuse the computers. B、To offer his school a course. C、To recycle the computers. D、To improve study efficiency.(4)、What is the main message conveyed in the last sentence of the passage?A、Future e-products need to be eco-friendlier B、Individuals can drive great change on e-waste. C、E-waste is a pressing concern for now and later. D、Old electronic items should be treated properly. -
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The tastiest hotels around the world
For food enthusiasts on vacation,few places feature more high-end dishes than the Michelin-starred restaurants in the world's top hotels.Here are some recommendations to consider.
The Restaurant,Dolder Grand:Zurich,Switzerland
Sitting in the hills above Zurich,the Dolder Grand is home to "The Restaurant"led by chef Heiko Nieder.This two-Michelin-starred dining destination has creative dishes and impressive wine. Hjem:Northumberland,UK
Located in rolling hills in Northumberland,Hjem is one of the UK's most sought-after places to dine and spend the night.Offering a one-Michelin-starred menu,Hjem highlights local produce, providing a true taste of the region.Be sure not to miss their breakfast,included in the room rate.
Côte By MauroColagreco,Capella Bangkok:Thailand
Overlooking Chao Phraya river,this one-Michelin-starred Côte By Mauro Colagreco at Capella Bangkok combines tastes from France with traditional Thai ingredients.Open for lunch and dinner, it offers a tasting menu.
Pergola,Rome Cavalieri,a Waldorf AstoriaHotel:Italy
Situated in a roof garden atop the Rome Cavalieri,a Waldorf Astoria Hotel,La Pergola is the only three-Michelin-starred restaurant in Rome.Signature dishes include homemade pasta.As for the hotel side of things,you'll find rooms decorated with invaluable art pieces dating back three centuries.
(1)、Which restaurant offers a true taste of the local food?A、The Restaurant. B、Hjem. C、Côte By Mauro Colagreco. D、Pergola.(2)、What do we learn about Côte by Mauro Colagreco?A、It offers Thai breakfast. B、It is a rooftop restaurant C、It is under French influence. D、It is open around the clock.(3)、What do these four hotels have in common?A、They are all 3 centuries old. B、They all sit in the hilly areas. C、They are all located in Europe. D、They all serve high-end dishes. -
3、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。续写词数应为150左右。
In our weekly staff meeting, our editor Ashley was not pleased with the quality of our reporting. "Our readership is way down. We need better stories for this Thursday's school newspaper. Does anybody have any ideas?" she said.
I handed her my article about our basketball team beating Deerfield High School the previous night by one point. "Sports stories are fun," she said, "but not good enough for the front page. We need something to really get people's attention."
After our meeting, we left the newsroom together and heard someone screaming, "Perry is missing!" Perry was a big red parrot and had been our school mascot(吉祥物) for ten years. He played an important role in students' lives, both in and out of class. He had also been a constant presence at school events, inspiring a sense of unity among students.
Everyone gathered around Perry's empty cage, heartbroken. Suddenly, a student from the crowd came over and showed me a photo. "You're a reporter for the school paper, right? I happened to take this yesterday," he said. In the photo was a Deerfield High School basketball player with something large hidden under his shirt around the size of a parrot.
"He must have stolen Perry to get back at(报复) us for winning the game!" Ashley cried. We hurried back to the newsroom, agreeing to run the photo on the front page with the headline "Deerfield Stole Perry". "This is just the story we need. Everyone will read it," Ashley said confidently.
After she left, I took a closer look at the photo. The clock in the background read 4:15 p.m., but our game against Deerfield hadn't started until 4:30 p.m. Why would the boy have taken Perry before we even played? An uneasy feeling came over me that we might have falsely accused someone.
I went to Perry's usual caretaker to ask if he knew Perry was missing. "He's not missing. He's retired. He's ready for some quieter days," he said. Learning the truth, I immediately told Ashley and suggested writing a story to say goodbye to Perry.
Paragraph 1:
To my surprise, Ashley insisted on reporting the "Deerfield Stole Perry" story.
Paragraph 2:
On Thursday, the paper came out with the headline "Bye Bye, Perry" on the front page.
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4、假定你是李华,你的笔友Jack因高三学习压力增大,总为一些小事对家长或同学发脾气,为此他很懊恼,希望得到你的帮助。请你回复一封邮件,内容包括:
1. 表示理解;
2. 提出建议。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Dear Jack,
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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5、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。
Despite being 75 years old, Chai Tixia's expertise in Jianzi is truly impressive. With quick kicks, he effortlessly sends the Jianzi into the air and gracefully guides it to land (gentle) on his head.
Jianzi, game that dates back to the Han Dynasty, is surprisingly simple: players must keep the Jianzi in the air, (use) any part of their body except their hands and arms. However, to master this game (require) a lot of practice.
While enjoyed throughout China, Jianzi (describe) by Chai as an important aspect of hutong culture. The narrow alleyways, situated within Beijing?s inner city, provide the setting for the game's (popular). Each morning, Chai and his fellow hutong residents gather for their shared passion for Jianzi.
Chai's spirited matches with his neighbors have a big audience (draw) to the artistry and excitement of the game. The onlookers who watch them playing with great athleticism are amazed at Chai and his fellow players can achieve.
Having practised Jianzi for over 30 years, Chai cherishes the physical and social (benefit) the game brings. Engaging in lively matches with his neighbors energizes his body, enhances his flexibility, promotes unity within the community. Through Jianzi, Chai harvests not only health but a sense of belonging and friendship.
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6、阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Rebecka Peterson, a high school math teacher, is the nation's 2023 Teacher of the Year. Her first year of teaching wasn't without its 1 ,but she remembered why she was there and wanted to bear those2 thoughts in mind. So she 3 the One Good Thing blog.
It was 4 and fun, really. Every evening, she would write on her blog, 5 "one good thing she experienced that day. She gave her blog the tagline; "Every day may not be good, but there is on good thing in every day."
She encouraged her 6 to do the same in their handwritten journals. Just a few minutes a day to7 something good that happened—that would be enough, she 8 . She believes that it will make them happier and more 9 to learn.
During her eleven years in teaching, Peterson has10 that some students find math difficult. But her efforts to make it 11 made her the 2023 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year. From there, she made the 12 to win the nation's 2023 Teacher of the Year.
Peterson has travelled around the country, talking to teaches about binging 13 back to Classrooms. Her goals include emphasizing the positive experiences students have not only with math but with learning 14 . She hopes her stories will attract new teachers to the profession and give 15 to current ones.
(1)A 、 surprises B 、 wonders C 、 rewards D 、 struggles(2)A 、 complex B 、 positive C 、 colorful D 、 disturbing(3)A 、 created B 、 funded C 、 noticed D 、 deleted(4)A 、 strange B 、 tough C 、 simple D 、 boring(5)A 、 recording B 、 forwarding C 、 discussing D 、 recommending(6)A 、 friends B 、 workmates C 、 classmates D 、 students(7)A 、 draw on B 、 carry on C 、 count on D 、 reflect on(8)A 、 whispered B 、 insisted C 、 ordered D 、 agreed(9)A 、 relieved B 、 independent C 、 motivated D 、 humble(10)A 、 expected B 、 denied C 、 recognized D 、 complained(11)A 、 accessible B 、 innovative C 、 abstract D 、 logical(12)A 、 cut B 、 deal C 、 point D 、 draw(13)A 、 rules B 、 games C 、 joy D 、 wisdom(14)A 、 in detail B 、 in general C 、 in common D 、 in particular(15)A 、 title B 、 place C 、 luck D 、 energy -
7、阅读下面短文,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。
When something goes wrong, do you tend to bounce back or fall apart? Here are some strategics to help you manage a personal setback(挫折)and get back on track toward achieving your goal.
● Realize it's normal. Less than 20 percent of people successfully achieve their goal the first time around. It's normal and expected for setbacks to occur.Knowing this, it's important to anticipate that the main task will be how to effectively manage the setback when it arises.
● Don't deny it. Sometimes it's hard to recognize a setback. The problem can be staring at you right in the face, but you may deny there's any cause for alarm.This inability to acknowledge the problem doesn't mean you're stupid. It's just that denial can cloud your awareness of the issue. It's important to be receptive to the honest feedback.
Stop and consider carefully what went wrong. The most common causes of a setback are personal worries, overconfidence, and poor coping skills. Take a look at any factor that may have contributed to the setback: where you were, who you were with, what you were thinking and feeling.
● Learn from it. Learn from your analysis of the setback, and adjust your plan to try to prevent similar things from happening the next time. Each time you fine-tune your plan and put it into action again, you actually improve your odds of eventual success.
Remind yourself that your setback is a slip instead of a fall.After adjusting, you can still make progress toward success again.
A.Don't take it seriously.
B.Analyze what happened.
C.You haven't lost all of the knowledge, skills, and support.
D.In other words, it's not whether a challenge will happen, but it's when.
E.This is because you learn from each misstep to make your plan more effective.
F.Friends or family will voice their concerns, but you still may not be able to accept it.
G.You might even write about past experiences in a journal to guide your future behavior.
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8、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。
A pair of researchers with Leibniz University of Hannover has demonstrated the means by which robots might be programmed to experience something similar to pain in animals. As part of their demonstration at last week's IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation held in Stockholm, Johannes Kuehn and Sami Haddaddin showed how pain might be used in robots, by interacting with a BioTac fingertip sensor on the end of a Kuka robotic arm that had been programmed to react differently to differing amounts of pain.
The idea of developing an artificial robot nervous system may seem contrary to all expectations, but Kuehn says doing so is important in the same way that it is good for humans to feel pain. "Pain is a system that protects us, "says Kuchn. "When we avoid the source of pain, it helps us not get hurt. "So when robots can feel and react to pain, they will become smart enough to avoid it. The more dangerous the robot registers the threat to be, the faster it will withdraw and avoid the source of danger. Additionally, Kuehn and Haddadin say humans working alongside robots that feel pain, especially those in heavy machinery, will be protected around them.
They have tested out some of their ideas using a robotic arm with a fingertip sensor that can detect pressure and temperature. It uses a robot-tissue patch(小片)modeled on human skin to decide how much pain should be felt and thus what action to take. For example, if the arm feels light pain, it slowly withdraws until the pain stops, and then returns to its original task; severe pain, meanwhile, causes the arm to go into a kind of lockdown mode until it can get help from a human operator.
Such robots are likely to raise a host of questions, of course, if they become more common —if a robot acts the same way a human does when touching a hot plate, are we to believe it is truly experiencing pain? Only time will tell of course, but one thing that is evident, Kuehn and Haddadin's work could lead to robots that are more human-like than ever.
(1)、What do we learn about the robots in the demonstration?A、They can learn skills like animals. B、They can communicate with people. C、They have the ability to feel pain. D、They respond differently to requests.(2)、What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about ?A、The significance of teaching robots to feel pain. B、The principle of robots' avoidance of injuries. C、The analysis of the artificial robot nervous system. D、The value of protecting human workers from injury.(3)、What can we learn from the example given in paragraph 3?A、The robot is smart enough to carry out different tasks. B、The robot can hardly work as well as a human operator. C、The robot can react differently based on degrees of pain. D、The robot is tolerant of changes of pressure and temperature.(4)、What is the author's attitude toward Kuehn and Haddadin's study?A、Negative. B、Doubtful. C、Unclear. D、Optimistic -
9、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。
Getting rid of old tyres (轮胎) has long been a problem. Most are thrown into landfills or piled up in storage. Energy recovery is another common method. This involves burning tyres to generate electricity or heat for industries, but that produces planet warming pollution; or we use them to
repair roads, but chemicals from them might pollute the ground.
Some firms, therefore, have begun exploring an alternative. One such firm is Wastefront, which owns a big tyre-recycling plant in north-east England. In a couple of years, it will be able to turn 8 million old tyres into new products, including a black liquid called TDO (轮胎衍生油).
The process works by deconstructing a tyre into steel, rubber, and carbon black. After tearing down the steel, the remaining material is exposed to high temperatures in the absence of air to make the rubber change into a mix of hydrocarbon gases, and then they're removed. What is left behind is pure carbon black. Once the removed gases cool down, a part of them liquefies(液化) into TDO. The remaining gases are to be burned to fuel the process. This creates a closed-cycle system that prevents emissions.
The carbon black can be reused to make new tyres. That is of interest to tyre-makers because it helps efforts to become carbon neutral—achieving a balance between the amounts of carbon dioxide produced and the carbon dioxide removed from the atmosphere. Producing new carbon black requires burning heavy oil or coal, which lets off plenty of greenhouse gases.
The recovered TDO is well-suited for making diesel ( 柴油). While not completely carbon-neutral, it does produce an 80-90% reduction in emissions of carbon dioxide, compared with the conventional fuel. The future market for such cleaner fuels will remain large, even though electric vehicles are on the rise. Fossil-fueled vehicles will exist for decades, particularly the big burners of diesel—trucks, which are harder to electrify. The fuel is also needed by trains and ships. So, anything that helps clean up overall emissions is useful—especially if it also eases a mountainous waste problem.
(1)、What's the purpose of the first paragraph?A、To analyze causes. B、To present problems. C、To reach solutions. D、To make comparisons.(2)、What can be inferred about the tyre-recycling process?A、Air boosts the burning of the old tyres. B、The remaining gases are emitted into the air. C、Pure carbon black is an unprocessed substance. D、TDO comes from the removed hydrocarbon gases.(3)、Why are tyre-makers interested in tyre-recycling?A、They hope to gain financial rewards. B、It helps reduce greenhouse emissions. C、It helps improve production efficiency. D、They hope to expand the future market.(4)、What does the underlined word "it" in the last paragraph refer to?A、Diesel made from TDO. B、Clean electric energy. C、Carbon-neutral process. D、Recovered TDO from old tyres. -
10、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。
They talk about the straw that broke the camel's back, but really it should be the password that wiped out my memory bank.
I was going along fine -with instant recall of my bank PIN (密码),my mobile phone number and the date of my cousin's birthday before I downloaded a gas station payment app for its new customer discount. It asked me to create a password. When I typed in "gas 1", it was rejected for not being complex enough. I tried again: "IHateHearlessOilCompanies@". But that was too long and didn't include "at least one number". But here is the thing: as soon as 1 added the fresh password into my memory, I instantly forgot all the others. My brain had hit its limit for passwords. I now know nothing.
I had entered some passwords in a notebook. Of course, I didn't write down the actual passwords, in case it fell into the wrong hands. Instead, I masked them in a way that only a family member could figure them out. For example, I combined my bank PIN with our postal code, then added it to a list of phone numbers. It would fool even Albert Einstein.
Maybe we need a system like the one we use to remember people's names. You know, you form an association between a person's characteristics and their name by whispering "Skinny George, Skinny George" in heart after meeting them. The risk is that, upon seeing him, you'll burst out the phrase. "Skinny George" might not mind, but it's possible "Boring Betty" will. As for remembering passwords as you change them, you could simply use the first and last letters of your favorite singer's greatest hits, together with the year of their release.
Maybe I'll try that one out- -but only after describing the system in the notebook. Then I'll hide it in a place so secret that I'll never remember where it is.
(1)、What can we learn about the author from the first two paragraphs?A、He fell for a marketing trick. B、He was driven mad by passwords. C、He had a serious memory disorder. D、He was rejected by the gas station.(2)、By mentioning Albert Einstein in paragraph 3, the author intends to ____.A、show how secure his passwords were B、challenge the intelligence of scientists C、prove the uselessness of his passwords D、promote a more scientific password system(3)、What is the author's purpose in writing the text?A、To encourage readers to use password notebooks. B、To recommend a password-remembering method. C、To complain about the trouble caused by passwords. D、To point out the importance of using complex passwords.(4)、What is the tone of the text?A、Inspiring. B、Indifferent. C、Humorous. D、Serious. -
11、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。
Whistler Travel Guide
Snow-capped peaks and powdered steeps; sparkling lakes and rushing waterfalls; challenging hiking routes and inviting restaurants—Whistler's offerings suit every season.
Things to do
The entire town displays the ski-chic atmosphere, hosting dozens of ski and snowboard competitions and festivals annually. In the warmer months, more outdoor enthusiasts come out to play. Visitors can try hiking or cycling up the mountains. While Whistler is an ideal vacation spot for the active types, other travellers can enjoy the local museums and art galleries filled with informative exhibits. Plus, there are family-friendly activities and attractions like summer concerts, along with plenty of shopping options.
When to visit
The best times to visit Whistler are from June through August and between December and March.
How to get around
The best ways to get around Whistler are on foot or by bike. Or, you can take the shuttle buses from Whistler Village, which transport visitors to Lost Lake Park and the Marketplace. Meanwhile, having a car will allow you the freedom to explore top attractions like Whistler Train Wreck and Alexander Falls without having to spend a lot of cash on a cab.
What you need to know
• Whistler receives feet of snow each year. If you're driving in winter, slow down and make sure to rent or come with a reliable SUV.
• Snowslides are likely to occur on Backcountry routes, so only advanced skiers should take to this off-the-map area.
• Whistler's wilderness is home to many black and grizzly bears. Keep your distance and do not feed them.
(1)、What are active travellers recommended to do in Whistler?A、Bike up the mountains. B、Host ski competitions. C、Go shopping at the malls. D、Visit museum exhibitions.(2)、Which of the following is the most popular among travellers?A、Whistler Village. B、Lost Lake Park. C、The Marketplace. D、Whistler Train Wreck.(3)、What are travellers prohibited from doing in Whistler?A、Driving a rented SUV. B、Feeding grizzly bears. C、Exploring the wilderness. D、Skiing on Backcountry routes -
12、听材料,回答问题。(1)、How old is George?A、10. B、6. C、4.(2)、What do we know about George?A、He likes frozen foods. B、He is tall with dark hair. C、He is wearing a black cap.(3)、What should we do if we see George?A、Phone George's mum. B、Treat him to some pizza. C、Take him to the security desk.
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13、听材料,回答问题。(1)、What month is it now?A、September. B、August. C、July.(2)、What is Kathy going to do this September?A、Go back to college. B、Give training courses. C、Work in a primary school.(3)、Where did Kathy teach as a volunteer before?A、In Prague. B、In London. C、In Manchester.(4)、What attitude does Kathy's father hold to her decision?A、Tolerant. B、Supportive. C、Cautious.
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14、听材料,回答问题。(1)、How did the accident happen?A、The woman drove too fast. B、The red car tried to avoid a dog. C、A dog suddenly turned left onto the street.(2)、When did the ambulance come?A、At about 8:30. B、At about 8:45. C、At about 9:00.(3)、Which of them got injured in the accident?A、The driver in the red car. B、The female speaker. C、The black dog(4)、What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A、Policeman and driver. B、Doctor and patient. C、Professor and student.
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15、听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does Mrs. Edward probably teach?A、Maths. B、History. C、Chemistry.(2)、What does the man offer to do for the woman?A、Recommend a book to her. B、Collect information for her. C、Share his ideas on Confucius.
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16、听材料,回答问题。(1)、How does the woman sound?A、Angry. B、Worried. C、Excited.(2)、What makes the man feel good?A、Getting a good seat. B、Playing a football match. C、Interviewing pop stars.
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17、 Where does the conversation probably take place?A、At a restaurant. B、At a gas station. C、At a theater.
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18、 What was Simon doing just now?A、Cleaning the floor. B、Washing the dishes. C、Clearing the table.
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19、 What is the weather like now?A、Rainy. B、Bright. C、Grey.
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20、 Why is the man looking for a roommate?A、He is tight on budget. B、The flat is too big for him. C、His brother just moved out.