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1、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。
While it throws out about 90 pounds of food per person every year, Japan doesn't rank at the top of the world's list of wasteful nations. Still, what's thrown away represents a serious problem for an island nation with limited landfill space and a goal of greater sustainability. Reinvention can offer an alternative. A Japanese company is taking vegetable peels, cooking oil and other used foodstuffs and making entirely different products.
Concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world, and its key element, cement(水泥), is a major polluter of greenhouse emissions. So what if a more sustainable alterative were possible by making cement with food waste, which also would help reduce greenhouse emissions from landfills where that waste would otherwise be thrown away? That's the idea behind Fabula, a Tokyo-based start-up.
Researchers at Fabula created a recipe to make food concrete by drying leftovers and pressing them into a mold(模具) at a high temperature. The company, founded by researchers at the University of Tokyo, began with items commonly thrown away like cabbage and orange peels but found that almost any food item can be used. It now takes mostly coffee grounds and tea leaves to make its cement. The product's durability depends on the components.
Fabula is currently producing made-to-order household items, such as coasters and dishes, while awaiting its patent. The goal is to make furniture and larger structures once the technology is able to make the cement more durable. Food production companies that can't avoid generating waste during their processes have reached out to work with the company. "We hope to become a matching service between companies that have food waste and companies who want to build things out of such materials," said Takuma Oishi, Fabula's chief commercial officer.
Since the cement is 100 percent catable, it could create opportunities during disaster response when temporary structures need to be built quickly. The people inside might even turn to them for food. If the technology advances enough, Oishi suggested, someday we may be able "to eat the homes or furniture when necessary".
(1)、Which problem Japan faces is mentioned in Paragraph 1?A、Food waste. B、Garbage littering. C、Energy crisis. D、Environmental pollution.(2)、 What's the initial thought of Fabula?A、Using food remains in recipes. B、Finding a cheaper alternative to landfills. C、Making a novel building material from leftovers. D、Cutting greenhouse gases by recycling home devices.(3)、What's Paragraph 3 mainly about?A、The diversity of food sources. B、The prospects of the company. C、The innovation of a traditional cuisine. D、The process of developing food concrete.(4)、How is food concrete different from common construction materials?A、It can fill stomachs. B、It's solid and lasting. C、It can prevent disasters. D、It's delicate but cost-free. -
2、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。
Parenting styles have changed over the years in response to the rapid changes in the world. Whether it is tapping technology or applying the best parenting practices to meet a parenting need, parents nowadays generally invest more time in finding out how best to raise their children.
Modern parents often look to the Internet and social media for parenting advice. The availability of resources has helped modern parents engage more in their children's development, both academically and emotionally. Modern parents are also more eager to find out effective parenting methods to help them raise disciplined and confident children.
A modern parenting style that has emerged is helicopter parenting, where parents are much too focused on their children. They help children with tasks they're capable of doing on their own, like selecting activities and friends for them, or calling their teachers about homework matters. Such a parenting style can hold back the development of the children's ability to handle responsibilities independently. Children might be ill-equipped with life skills such as doing laundry, clearing their plates or coping with their schoolwork. Always protecting children from failures may also prevent them developing adaptability and acquiring skills like problem-solving.
On the other hand, parents in the past tended to monitor less. Children were given more control over how to manage their schoolwork and choose their friends. Domestic helpers were also not the norm then, hence children of the past were often expected to shoulder the responsibilities of caring for younger brothers and sisters and managing housework. Living in the pre-Internet age, parents were less informed about different parenting methods, and their parenting styles were guided more by their personalities, common sense and friendly advice from the extended family and neighbors, rather than by social media influences or parenting websites.
There is no one right way to raise a child. Each child is unique and should be raised differently by parents who are present but not wandering, who are supportive but not controlling, and who protect but not care too much.
(1)、What does the underlined word "tapping" mean in Paragraph 1?A、Employing. B、Tracking. C、Monitoring. D、Identifying.(2)、What is a distinctive characteristic of helicopter parenting?A、Flexible. B、Efficient. C、Conventional. D、Over-involved.(3)、What do we know about parents in the past?A、They educated kids in a rigid way. B、They overestimated their kids' independence. C、They afforded kids more space for self-growth. D、They tended to stay away from social activities.(4)、What does the text mainly tell us?A、How to raise all-round children. B、How to enhance parent-child bonds. C、How parenting modes have shifted over the years. D、How information technology boosts people's lifestyles. -
3、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。
UC Berkeley Youth Recreation Summer Camps
UC Berkeley Youth Recreation will provide a wide variety of one-week outdoor experiences and activities for the youth on summer camps 2024. Here are four best summer camps.
Windsurfing Camp
This camp is designed to teach students the basics of windsurfing, including balance and self-rescue. Through a combination of classroom instruction, demonstration and water time, campers are able to master the basics of the sport. A comfort with wind and water is strongly encouraged. Campers must be ages 10~17 to register. All campers must be able to swim and weigh 100 pounds or more to safely use public windsurfing equipment.
Price:$330. Those who have participated before can receive 10% off.
Sailing Camp
Campers learn and review the essentials of sailing at their experience level on the beautiful San Francisco Bay! 2024 brings exciting updates to the camp and helps sailors master new skills. Previous sailing experience is required. Campers must be ages 12~18to register. All campers must have basic swimming skills.
Price:$255.
Skateboarding Camp
In this camp, skateboarders will learn mechanics and basic riding skills such as balance, riding switches, and dropping-in. Skaters will be assessed on the first day of the session and the lessons will be adapted to their ability. All participants are educated in skateboard safety. Campers must be ages 8~16 to register. Participants must bring their own skateboard, helmet(头盔) and knee & elbow pads(护具).
Price:$300.$240 per person for group registration.
Rock Climbing Camp
Learn climbing skills, knot(结)-tying, top-rope climbing and equipment care. Sites include Strawberry Canyon, Remillard, Indian Rock and Cragmon t Parks. Campers must be ages 9~15 to register. All campers can enjoy the bus service to and from the campsites.
Price:$275.
(1)、What is a must for the participants of Windsurfing Camp?A、First aid knowledge. B、Appropriate weight. C、Previous learning experience. D、Personal protective equipment.(2)、What is special about Skateboarding Camp?A、It is intended for primary pupils. B、I'll issue certificates of excellence. C、It bases its lessons on campers' levels. D、It gives a 10% discount for group registration.(3)、 Which camp offers public transportation for camp-goers?A、Windsurfing Camp. B、Sailing Camp. C、Skateboarding Camp. D、Rock Climbing Camp. -
4、 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。
In the classroom of Class 7, Grade 8, students were excited about an upcoming event. The school had organized a speech competition titled "Ways to Become Successful," and many students were eager to showcase their public speaking skills. Among them was 13-year-old Zora, who, had already won two speech contests and was full of confidence that she could win again.
Zora volunteered to represent her class in the competition, and after a round of voting, she was chosen as the class representative. Although there were only seven days left until the big day, Zora felt a sense of ease about the competition. After all, she had been here before and knew what it took to win.
At home, Zora's father congratulated her on her achievement, while her mother reminded her to take the competition seriously. Despite her parents' advice, Zora was convinced that her past successes meant this would be a walk in the park. Her teacher also urged her to prepare diligently, but Zora only sought help once to revise her initial draft.
As the days went by, Zora did not put in the necessary effort to refine her speech. When the day of the competition arrived, she was hit with a sudden wave of panic. She couldn't remember the content of her speech, and as she stepped onto the stage, her anxiety only grew. After delivering the opening lines, she froze, unable to continue. The supportive applause from the audience only added to her confusion, leaving no room for her to recall her prepared words.
Zora struggled through the rest of her speech, finishing it in a state of embarrassment and shame. As she walked off the stage, she saw the disappointment in her teacher's eyes and felt the letdown from her classmates. It was a heavy burden to bear.
注意:1. 续写词数应为150左右;2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Back at home, Zora could no longer hold back her tears.
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The next day Zora went to school and apologized to her class.
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5、 你校英文报计划举办主题为"携手行动,节约粮食"的作文比赛。请你写一则活动通知,内容包括:(1)介绍活动目的;(2)说明参赛要求。
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。
Welcome to Join the English Writing Competition
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6、 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。
Trends popular among the youth such as "China chic" and the growing influence of young consumers have driven the development of hanfu industry in recent years. Among the various (style), the horse face skirt has emerged as the most popular item.
(combine) classical elegance with modern simplicity, the horse face skirt is said to perfectly suit the contemporary culture and lifestyle of young people, making a fashion icon (标志). This trend has gained popularity in Luoyang city, Central China's Henan province, numerous performers recently showcased these beautiful skirts in their acts, with many visitors alike (dress) in the elegant horse face skirts. In Caoxian county of Shandong province, one of the country's hanfu production and sales centers, the sales the horse face skirts during last Spring Festival holiday (increase) dozens of times compared to usual volumes. Actually, the skirt has become a very popular (choose) for gifts.
The current popularity of hanfu in the country is believed (indicate) more than a fashion trend; it (represent) a deeper connection to Chinese tradition and cultural identity.
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7、 阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Plan the Graduation Trip
Graduation is around the corner, and so is the trip of your lifetime. There are many amazing reasons to plan your perfect graduation trip. You may want a break from school.. Or you may want some quality time away from your regular schedule with your friends. Whatever the reason, taking a graduation trip is a great boost for you before you leave your home and head to the big world. Here are some expert tips for planning the trip of your life.
Before you start your research on your trip, it will be a good idea to set your budget. You have to estimate the cost of flights, accommodations, food, taxi rides, gifts, and so on.
Adding a 10% buffer (缓冲) to each line item won't harm you in any way if you end up spending a little more. .
Research destinations
Once you have set your budget, start to explore various destinations within your budget. . You might need to explore a place in-depth, go to a place with lots of sports and activities, or a place where you want to relax while enjoying it. Please read the reviews of the travelers who have enjoyed the destination trip and find out about their attractions, dining, and sights.
Get your documents ready
Don't wait until the last moment to have your documents in order. Take enough time to work on all your proper forms and documents beforehand.
A. Create your budget
B. Try your best to save money
C. Check out what kind of destinations would suit you
D. You may want to celebrate all the hard work in a fun way
E. It's always important to check the reviews before you go somewhere
F. Also, it would be an excellent idea if you set aside some money for emergencies
G. Also, check if the paperwork needs to be done while entering your chosen destination
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8、 阅读理解
Schools need to give students all the tools they need to navigate the world when they graduate. Besides teaching the basics of reading, writing, and arithmatic, teaching about mindfullness, and mental health are important life skills for young people to have. The state of Florida agrees.
Now, public schools in Florida have been required to teach five or more hours about mental health for students in grades 6-12. This new directive was approved by the Florida Board of Education in July and is being carried out as a potential lifesaver.
The new curriculum requires students to learn about the symptoms of mental illness and where to find help if they are feeling depressed or have other issues and even teaches the adolescents how to help their friends and classmates if they see them struggling.
"We know that 50 percent of all mental illness cases begin by age 14, so we are being active in our commitment to provide our kids with the necessary tools to see them through their successes and challenges. Providing mental health instruction is another important step forward in supporting our families," Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran said.
Florida is the third state, following New York and Virginia in 2020, to pass laws that require mental health education in schools. According to CNN, the New York law updated the health curriculum to include mental health for elementary, middle and high school students. The Virginia law required that mental health education be provided for 9th and 10th graders.
These three states in the US are taking bold steps to help youth deal with the intricacy of life as they grow from adolescents into adults. It is a confusing world they face and giving them the tools to navigate it safely is essential. Mental health is something that should be taught in schools in all the US and across the globe.
(1)、What can the new curriculum bring students?A、Basic professional skills. B、The ability to use language. C、Emotional management skills. D、Diagnosis of physical diseases.(2)、What does Richard Corcoran intend to stress in paragraph 4?A、The effect of mental illness cases. B、The content of the health curriculum. C、The step of mental health instruction. D、The importance of mental health education.(3)、What does the underlined word "intricacy" mean in paragraph 6?A、Complexity. B、Purpose. C、Contribution. D、Significance.(4)、Where is the text probably taken from?A、A technology report. B、A natural science magazine. C、An educational website. D、A government document. -
9、 阅读理解
If you're eating protein (蛋白质), you could be swallowing hundreds of tiny pieces of plastic each year, research finds.
A new study by researchers with the nonprofit Ocean Conservancy and the University of Toronto found microplastics — tiny particles ranging from one micrometer to a half-centimeter in size — in nearly 90 percent of protein food samples tested.
The researchers analyzed more than a dozen different types of common proteins that could wind up on the average American's plate, including seafood, pork, beef, chicken, to fu and several plant-based meat alternatives. They estimated that an American adult could consume, on average, at least 11,000 microplastic pieces per year.
The study's findings provide further evidence of the availability of small plastic particles — which have been discovered everywhere from Antarctic snow to inside human bodies — and how they can end up in the food we eat and the water we drink.
"While we still really don't have any idea what the human health consequences of this are, if there are any at all, we need to take this seriously because this is a problem that's not going away on its own, and it's only going to get worse the more plastic we use and throwaway," Leonard said. But Leonard and other experts cautioned against using the findings to draw final conclusions about how microplastics can dirty food and the amount of plastic that could be hiding in proteins.
The study's sample size was not big enough and the researchers noted that there was high variability in microplastic concentrations in the samples. The researchers also only counted microplastic particles that were larger than or equal in size to 45 micrometers. "It just highlights that we need to do more research," said Bianca Datta, a food scientist not involved in the new research.
(1)、What is paragraph 3 mainly about?A、The nature of plastic particles. B、The researchers' discovery. C、The variety of foods on a dining table. D、The conclusion of the research.(2)、What is Leonard's attitude towards the findings?A、Cautious. B、Critical. C、Confident. D、Concerned.(3)、What is the author's purpose of writing the last paragraph?A、To show the limitation of the research. B、To highlight the danger of microplastic concentrations. C、To appeal for environmental protection. D、To stress the urgency of the study.(4)、Which of the following would be the best title?A、Stay away from plastics B、Possible effects of food processing C、You may be eating plastics D、A poisoned food system -
10、 阅读理解
Growing up in a small village in Ghana, Osei Boateng watched many of his family members and neighbors struggle to access basic health care. In many regions of the country, it can take hours to get to the nearest hospital. "My grandmother was a very big part of my life," said Boateng. "It was very hard when we lost her, and it was due to something that could have been easily prevented. That is the painful part of it."
Feeling an urgent call to help, Boateng decided he would make it his life's mission to bring health care to remote communities in Ghana. He started his nonprofit, OKB Hope Foundation, and in 2021, he converted a van into a mobile doctor's office called the Hope Health Van and started bringing health care directly to those in need. A few times a week, the mobile clinic and medical team travel long distances to remote communities in Ghana and provide routine medical care for free. On each trip, Boateng's team consists of a nurse, a physician's assistant, a doctor, and an operation assistant. In the van, they can run basic labs like bloodwork and urinalysis as well as prescribe and provide medications.
Since its launch, Boateng says the Hope Health Van has served more than 4,000Ghanaians across more than 45 rural communities who otherwise don't have easily accessible medical care.
Boateng has big plans for the future. He hopes to expand to provide more consistent and high-quality medical care not only to those living in remote areas of Ghana but in other countries as well. He has gone all in on his OKB Hope Foundation, recently quitting his job to dedicate his time to bringing health care to his home country. But for him, the sacrifices are well worth the reward.
(1)、Why is Boateng's grandmother mentioned?A、To show his deep love. B、To highlight the poor health care. C、To call for equality. D、To blame the government.(2)、What cannot patients get in the van?A、Routine medical checks. B、Prescribed medicine. C、Minor operations. D、Mental therapy.(3)、What can best describe Boateng?A、Conservative and cautious. B、Selfless and risky. C、Caring and tolerant. D、Devoted and ambitious.(4)、What's the best title for this passage?A、Hopeless health care in Ghana B、Nonprofit organizations booming in Ghana C、Doctor's office on wheels D、Empowering medical schools -
11、 阅读理解
A city can become famous and experience a significant increase in visitors due to the influence of a well-liked film or a TV drama. For audiences, stepping into the scenes and experiencing the daily lives of the characters has become a new travel trend. Over the past year, several films and TV dramas have put their shooting locations into the public spotlight.
Qingdao in Shandong province
The Wandering Earth 2, a sci-fi that explores digital life and space journey, showcases impressive sci-fi scenes.90 percent of the film was shot in different places of Qingdao city, including the Jiaozhou Bay Bridge-the world's longest cross-sea bridge, and the TAG Art Museum. For sci-fi fans, visiting Qingdao to explore the movie's filming locations has become a popular trend.
Jiangmen in Guangdong province
The hit show The Knockout made Jiangmen an important tourism destination. As the hometown for many overseas Chinese, the city features historical cultural street scenes and South Asian-style architecture. The city has recorded more than 3.34 million trips in the past two months, which has generated over 3.4 billion yuan of tourism income, reflecting a notable rise of 124.3 percent compared to the same period the previous year.
Ningbo Museum in Zhejiang province
The primary setting for the sci-fi TV drama Three-Body Problem, Ningbo Museum, has caught significant attention. The museum integrates regional cultural features, traditional architectural elements, and modern techniques. Following the TV show's release, daily visitor numbers rocketed to 5,000, marking a remarkable 220 percent year-on-year increase.
Taiyuan Ancient County in Shanxi province
Full River Red, directed by Zhang Yimou, set the Taiyuan Ancient County on fire with excitement. The movie highlights the county's complex and narrow streets. The county now draws over 40,000 tourists every day, a significant rise compared to the daily 20,000 previously. Notably, one-third of these tourists were from outside Shanxi province, according to local statistics.
(1)、Which place best suits visitors who appreciate buildings of foreign style?A、Qingdao city. B、Jiangmen city. C、Ningbo Museum. D、Taiyuan Ancient County.(2)、What aspect of Taiyuan Ancient County does Full River Red emphasize?A、Its characteristic streets. B、Its disastrous fire. C、Its increasing population. D、Its economic growth.(3)、What do the four places have in common?A、Their income depends heavily on tourism. B、Their architecture integrates different cultures. C、They are famous for their historical landmarks. D、They become a hit through films or TV dramas. -
12、 读后续写
The Secret of Flowers
Anna worked with her mother in their vegetable garden every day. This was how they made their living. Anna helped her mother tend the garden, so the vegetables would be healthy and ready for the market. Anna often pretended the plants she tended were beautiful roses, like Mrs. Brown's prize flowers.
The only person in the village who made money selling flowers was Mrs. Brown. She grew roses and sold them to flower shops in the city. Every year she joined the City Rose Festival. People thought that Mrs. Brown used magic to grow her roses. How else could she win first prize twenty years in a row?
Anna loved to tend flowers. Moreover, she often dreamed about growing her own roses and winning first prize in the festival. With the prize money, she would also be able to lighten the burden at home. However, roses were too expensive for her to start.
One day, Anna visited Mrs. Brown to see her flowers. Mrs. Brown was whispering to her roses when she arrived. "Spying on me again!" Mrs. Brown frowned.
"I only came to see your flowers, Mrs. Brown." Anna took a deep breath. "I wish I could grow beautiful roses and win a prize at the festival like you."
"I have experience passed down from generations." Mrs. Brown laughed. "Stick to vegetables, child. Leave flowers to those who know the secret of flowers."
Mrs. Brown returned to her gardening, ignoring the sad look on Anna's face. Then she pulled up a dried-up rose, and threw it over the fence. "A plant in bad condition. Unworthy of my time," Mrs. Brown mumbled.
Anna smiled, as she had an idea. She bowed farewell to Mrs. Brown and went out the garden gate. Mrs. Brown was busy minding her prize roses. Anna quickly bent over and grabbed the abandoned rose before rushing home. She remembered a quiet spot behind the cottage. It was the perfect place for her little rose to grow. Now, she had a chance for the festival.
Anna planted the rose in her garden and tended it carefully.
On festival morning, Mrs. Brown passed by and saw the beautiful rose.
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13、 上周六,你校组织了"走进社区"实践活动。请你为校英文报写一篇报道,内容包括:
1. 活动内容;
2. 活动反响。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Entering the Community
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14、语法填空
When discussing global education systems, Finland stands out for (it) high-ranking performance in international assessments and holistic (全面的) approach to education. The Finnish curriculum prioritizes essential life skills such as (creative), cooperation, critical thinking, and communication. Additionally, Finnish schools (emphasis) social and emotional skills like empathy and self-confidence, ensuring students are well-rounded and prepared for real-world challenges.
Finland's education system values cooperation competition, fostering a cooperative learning environment students learn from and support each other. Meanwhile, Finnish teachers enjoy freedom to design their course, which allows them (tailor) their teaching methods to meet their students' unique needs. This trust in teachers, combined with the cooperative learning environment, (promote) innovation, continuous improvement, and collective responsibility for student success.
, to imitate Finland's success requires careful consideration of contextual factors and systemic differences. Finland's model shows that comprehensive education, (profession) trust, and cooperation are key to (secure) long-term student success.
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15、阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
At one night in July 2020 in Reykjavik, Halli was wandering around the city's main street with his wife and two kids. During their walk, his three-year-old son was 1 and wanted a drink from the corner store. But Halli soon discovered he couldn't help with the 2 request: A 20-centimetre step 3 his access to the store.
The barrier was all too 4 . Born with muscular dystrophy (肌肉萎缩), which causes progressive 5 and loss of muscle, Halli, now 46, has been using a wheelchair since he was 25.
As he 6 his wife and children outside the shop, he recalls, "I thought about how very strange it is that we always 7 families in this way."
Living all over the world as a creative director and digital designer, Halli had 8 first hand how different cities consider and plan for accessibility, from ramps (坡道) and sidewalks to public transportation. He decided to start with a project to make Iceland wheelchair 9 .
Ramp Up Reykjavik launched as a non-profit in 2021 with a 10 to build 100 ramps within 1 year. Unlike temporary solutions in other cities, these ramps are 11 structures that match the beauty of buildings.
With the help of government funding and other sponsors, the Ramp Up team finished ahead of schedule and has 12 its scope to all of Iceland. In three short years, Hali has become a 13 in his hometown. Halli is proud that Ramp Up has 14 others to act. "Equal access to society is 15 not something that is a reality yet," says Hali. But as he's learned, change starts with just one person.
(1)A 、 anxious B 、 thirsty C 、 exhausted D 、 hungry(2)A 、 special B 、 funny C 、 simple D 、 childish(3)A 、 replaced B 、 ruined C 、 supported D 、 blocked(4)A 、 surprising B 、 familiar C 、 unique D 、 complex(5)A 、 weakness B 、 depression C 、 strength D 、 trouble(6)A 、 waited for B 、 listened to C 、 worried about D 、 searched for(7)A 、 reject B 、 protect C 、 separate D 、 connect(8)A 、 ignored B 、 recorded C 、 questioned D 、 witnessed(9)A 、 accessible B 、 attractive C 、 effective D 、 practical(10)A 、 treatment B 、 limitation C 、 goal D 、 rule(11)A 、 convenient B 、 permanent C 、 formal D 、 useful(12)A 、 broadened B 、 hidden C 、 narrowed D 、 deepened(13)A 、 master B 、 legend C 、 success D 、 expert(14)A 、 prevented B 、 persuaded C 、 forced D 、 motivated(15)A 、 fortunately B 、 definitely C 、 eventually D 、 regularly -
16、根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,选项中有两项为多余选项。
On a large scale, making the world a better place can seem challenging. As a leader, your perspectives and ideas can directly impact your community for the better. Here are some ways to make an impact and grow your leadership through emotional intelligence.
Being able to provide a safe space through deep listening creates trust, which lays the foundation for meaningful relationships and fruitful partnerships. As a result, people are more likely to share openly and honestly. Empathy and listening will increase the quality of your relationships and skyrocket your results.
Making a positive impact can also be as simple as taking the time to acknowledge and inspire someone into action. Taking time to acknowledge someone by letting them know you see their efforts and talents. An example of what this could sound like is, "Wow! I am blown away by your project. What I see possible for you is to share with the rest of the team how to do it too."
Get involved with your already existing communities and networking circles. Start by connecting with your peers and ask them about causes they're already involved in. There is almost no limit to the impact you can create contributing to a cause that matters to you and your peers. With a little time, you can make a big difference.
Sharing your knowledge and strengths is another essential skill. When you share with others, you're teaching them something special about you and your journey. Imagine what would be possible if your community was in the mode of cooperation and contribution. This approach creates new ideas and opportunities. .
A. Show your kindness and respect to others.
B. This informs them that they are appreciated.
C. As your conversation continues, ask what is needed.
D. Support your friends and colleagues by listening actively.
E. When you are in contribution to others, you make a positive impact.
F. As a leader, you have your own unique set of strengths and knowledge.
G. One person may not change the world, but you can make a positive impact daily.
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17、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
The more scientists investigate the microbes (微生物) living inside us, the more they learn about the surprising impact of the tiny organisms on how we look, act, think, and feel. Are our health and well-being really driven by the bacteria, viruses and fungi that live in our intestines (肠), in our lungs, on our skin, on our eyeballs? What a weird concept — that the bugs we carry around appear to be essential to establishing the basic nature of who we are.
The effects of the microbiome, the microorganisms that exist in human body, can be profound and can start incredibly early. In a study, scientists showed that something supposedly as natural as a child's character might be related to the bacteria in an infant's digestive system; the more Bifidobacterium (双歧杆菌) there are, the sunnier the baby is. This observation, from the University of Turku in Finland, is based on an analysis of samples from 301 babies. Those with the highest proportion of Bifidobacterium organisms at two months old were more likely to exhibit a trait the researchers called "positive emotionality" at six months old.
Microbiome science is still relatively young. Most studies so far have been initial and small-scale, involving only a dozen or so mice or humans. Scientists have found associations between the microbiome and disease but can't yet draw clear cause-and-effect conclusions about our extensive collection of microorganisms and their effects on us as hosts. Still, the collection itself is mind-boggling — it's now thought to be around 38 trillion microbes for a typical young adult male, slightly more than the number of actual human cells. And the prospects for putting that collection to use are more than promising.
In the not-too-distant future, according to the most enthusiastic researchers, it might be a routine for us to take a dose of healthy microbes in various forms. Hopefully, with the help of new medical advances, we will be able to achieve our full potential by functioning at peak levels internally and externally.
(1)、What can we learn about microbiome?A、The development of microbiome is quite mature nowadays. B、The more Bifidobacterium an adult has, the healthier one is. C、More microbes than human cells are present in young men. D、Microbes have little influence on shaping our identity(2)、What does the underlined word "mind-boggling" in Paragraph 3 probably mean?A、Weakening. B、Astonishing. C、Disturbing. D、Misleading.(3)、What can be inferred from the text?A、It's necessary to remove certain fungi from our body. B、2-month-old babies are often more positive than 6-month-old ones. C、New supplements related to microbiome are likely being developed D、The relationship between microorganisms and disease remains unclear.(4)、Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A、How microbes benefit our health. B、How microbes shape our lives. C、What affects early childhood. D、What Turku University reveals about microbes. -
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Handwriting notes in class might seem old-fashioned as digital technology affects nearly every aspect of learning. But a recent study in Frontiers in Psychology suggests that taking notes with pen and paper is still the best way to learn, especially for young children.
The new research builds on a 2014 study that suggested people may type notes quickly, without thinking much about what they're writing-but writing by hand is slower and makes them actively pay attention to and process the incoming information. This conscious action of building on existing knowledge can make it easier for students to stay engaged and grasp new concepts.
To understand specific brain-activity differences during the two note-taking approaches, the authors of the new study sewed 256 electrodes (电极) into a hairnet. These sensors let the scientists record 36 students' brain activity as they wrote or typed words displayed on a screen. When students wrote by hand, the sensors picked up widespread brain connectivity throughout visual regions that receive and process sensory information, and the motor cortex (运动皮层) that helps the brain use environmental inputs to inform a person's next action. Typing, however, resulted in minimal activity in these brain regions.
Vanderbilt University educational neuroscientist Sophia Vinci-Booher says the recent study highlights the clear tie between physical actions and concept understanding, "As you're writing a word, you're taking this continuous understanding of something and using motor system to create it." That creation then affects the visual system, where it's processed again-strengthening the connection between an action and the words associated with it.
Vinci-Booher notes that the new findings don't mean technology is always a disadvantage in the classroom. Digital devices can be more efficient for writing essays and offer more equal access to educational resources. However, there's a growing trend of relying on digital devices to perform cognitive (认知的) tasks, such as taking photos instead of memorizing information. Yadurshana Sivashankar, an researcher at the University of Waterloo says, "If we're not actively using these areas, then they are going to become worse over time, whether it's memory or motor skills."
(1)、Why does the author mention the 2014 study?A、To present different research findings. B、To make the new research more convincing C、To compare two note taking approaches. D、To show the advantage of writing slowly(2)、What can be learned from the experiment in Paragraph 3?A、Sensors were used to process visual information. B、Electrodes were connected to students' hair directly. C、Writing by hand activated more brain activity than typing. D、Typing stimulated the motor cortex to inform following action.(3)、What would Sophia Vinci-Booher probably advise students to do?A、Make better use of motor system. B、Take advantage of digital devices. C、Adopt a new approach to taking notes. D、Memorize words by writing essays.(4)、 What is the main idea of the text?A、Technology is not a disadvantage in classroom. B、Writing by hand comes with learning benefits. C、Taking notes enhances students' brain activity. D、Two note-taking approaches have clear differences. -
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Canadian author Alice Munro, a master of the contemporary short story, passed away on May 13, 2024, at 92.
Munro's texts featured depictions of everyday but decisive events, pulling vast themes out of ordinary settings. Her characters often mirrored her own rural Ontario lifestyle. In an interview after winning the Nobel Prize, she said that living in a small town gave her the freedom to write. "I don't think I could have been so brave if I had been living in a city, competing with people on what can be called a generally higher cultural level," she said. "As far as I knew, at least for a while, I was the only person I knew who wrote stories."
Munro's first short story was published when she was 37, a college dropout squeezing in writing time around her children's naps. By the time she was in her 60s, she had become one of the most celebrated short-story writers in the world. Throughout her long career, she hardly ever failed to wow readers and critics with her quietly powerful language. In reviewing her last collection, Dear Life, NPR critic Alan Cheuse wrote "A Munro story gives us so much life within the bounds of a single tale that it nourishes (滋养) us almost as much as a novel does."
In a literary culture that tends to celebrate novels over shorter fiction, Munro has been a constant advocate for the power of the short story. In the interview, Munro emphasized the significance of her win not for herself, but for her art form: "I really hope this would make people see the short story as an important art, not just something you play around with until you get a novel written."
When asked "Do you want young women to be inspired by your books and feel inspired to write?" Munro replied, "I don't care about that. I want people to find not so much inspiration as great joy. I want them to think of my books as related to their own lives in ways."
(1)、Why did Munro feel free to write while living in rural areas?A、She was inspired by rural landscape and lifestyles. B、She was free from stress of a more cultured setting. C、She had more courage to compete with urban writers. D、She had access to ordinary people and decisive events.(2)、What did Alan Cheuse say about Munro's stories in Dear Life?A、They promote readers' mental well-being. B、They have broken the length limit of short stories. C、They impress readers with quietly powerful language. D、They offer richness and depth in shorter format.(3)、How did Munro view the short story in literary culture?A、It is more powerful than novels. B、It is a way of entertainment for young writers. C、It is as important an art form as novels. D、It is an inspiration for young writers.(4)、 What did Munro want readers to get by reading her books?A、Inspiration to become writers themselves. B、Enjoyment and connection to their own lives. C、Pleasure and motivation to change their lives. D、Information about art forms and literary culture. -
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There are many scientific breakthroughs made by women in the Antarctic. Here are four landmarks in Antarctica and the female pioneers they're named after.
Jones Terrace
The ice-free terrace in eastern Antarctica's Victoria Land bears Jones' name. In 1969, geochemist Lois M. Jones led the first all-female research team from the U. S. to work in Antarctica. Jones and her team studied chemical weathering in the McMurdo Dry Valleys, an ice-free area of Antarctica. Through chemical analyses of rocks they had collected, Jones and her team discovered many geochemical characteristics of the valley's ice-covered lakes.
Mount Fiennes
8,202-foot-high Mount Fiennes, located on Antarctica's largest island — Alexander Island — is named after Ginny Fiennes. She established and maintained 80-foot-tall radio towers in the Antarctic with her colleagues. In 1985, Fiennes became the first female invited to join the Antarctic Club, a British supper club open to individuals who have spent extended time in the Antarctic region.
Francis Peak
The 3,727-foot-tall peak on Antarctica's Adelaide Island is named after Dame Jane Francis, who is the first female director of the British Antarctic Survey, the national polar research institute of the UK. Her collection of fossils on Seymour Island helped conclude in a 2021 paper that Antarctica's abundant plant fossils indicate the continent once had a much warmer climate than it currently does.
Peden Cliffs
Peden Cliffs near Antarctica's Marie Byrd Land are proof of the labor of Irene Peden. She was the first American female scientist to both live and work in the Antarctic, where she used radio waves to study ice sheets. Peden and her team determined how very low frequency radio wave spread over long polar distances by measuring pathways in the ice. They also used varying radio wave frequencies to measure the thickness of Antarctica's ice sheets.
(1)、What do the first two pioneers have in common?A、They analyzed different chemicals of rocks in Antarctica. B、They both worked with their own team in Antarctica. C、They conducted the research in the ice-free areas in Antarctica. D、They joined the Antarctic Club for their stay in Antarctica.(2)、Who proved the previous higher temperatures of the Antarctic?A、LoisM. Jones. B、Ginny Fiennes. C、Dame Jane Francis. D、Irene Peden.(3)、What is the scientific breakthrough of Irene Peden?A、She was the first American scientist to explore the Antarctic. B、She measured the spreading frequencies of radio waves. C、She found out the thickness of Antarctica's ice sheets. D、She discovered a lot of ice-covered lakes in the Antarctic.