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1、Many warm-hearted v often help students in need. (根据首字母单词拼写)
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2、It's rude (争论) with your teachers and parents. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
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3、Be a Green Child
What does it mean to be green? "Green" is more than just a color. It also means taking special steps to protect the environment. Why green? Plants are green, and without them the Earth wouldn't be such a lovely home for us human beings. What can we do?
Reduce It!
For instance, a shorter shower means you used less water and less fuel since your house uses to run the heater that warmed up the water.
Reuse It!
Sometimes people call ours a "throwaway society". It means that we're a little too willing to throw away old stuff (东西) and buy new stuff. For instance, if your baby brother becomes older and loses interest in his plastic basketball hoop (篮圈), why not give it to another family who has a little kid?
Recycle It!
Recycling has never been easier. Many communities will pick it up right in front of your house and some towns even require it. Recycled goods go to a recycling center, where they can be turned into new cans, bottles, and paper.
Enjoy It!
It's true that rubbish and pollution are problems, but the Earth remains a huge and beautiful place that's ready for you to explore. Go for a hike, visit local nature centers and gardens, and climb up mountains.
But before you travel the globe, take a look at your own backyard. Is there a spot where you could plant a tree or put in a little fruit or vegetable garden?
A. Get out there and get your hands dirty.
B. Here's a four-step guide to being green.
C. Turn off the water when you're brushing your teeth.
D. When you use less of something, you do a good thing for the Earth.
E. You can start locally by visiting the naturally beautiful spots in your city.
F. You can watch with pride as your tree takes root and your garden plants grow.
G. Many times, even if you no longer need something, someone else just might.
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4、The giant panda's special black-and-white fur makes it one of the most recognizable animals on the planet. But why does it have this unique coloring? To hide from natural enemies, both in the snow and in the shadows, study lead author Tim Caro, a professor in the UC (University of California) Davis Department of Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology, said in a new statement. Moreover, the large black circles around a panda's eyes may help other pandas recognize it, the researchers said.
Understanding why the giant panda has such noticeable color has been a long-term problem to solve. To find out the answer, Caro and his colleagues looked at photos of pandas and 195 other carnivore (食肉动物) species, including 39 subspecies of bears. Then, they recorded the coloring on each area of those animals' bodies, and compared them with areas of the panda's body. "Compared with the previous studies, the breakthrough in this study was treating each part of the body as an independent area," Caro said.
The research team tried to figure out the purpose of the dark-colored furry areas. After going through many comparisons, the researchers determined that the white parts of the giant panda help it hide in the snow. In contrast, its black arms and legs help it hide in the shadows, they said. The panda's white-and-black coloring didn't appear to be related to temperature regulation. Nor did they find evidence that the dark circles around a panda's eyes helped to make them look cuter.
"This really was a great effort by our team, finding and scoring thousands of images and scoring more than 10 areas per picture from over 20 possible colors," study co-author Ted Stankowich, an assistant professor of biology at California State University, Long Beach, said in the statement. "Sometimes it takes hundreds of hours of hard work to answer the simplest question: Why is the panda black and white?"
(1)、Why did Caro study the photos of pandas and 195 other carnivore species?A、To record the number of photos. B、To research more carnivore species. C、To figure out the reason behind pandas' special color. D、To compare the difference between pandas and other carnivore species.(2)、What study method did the researchers use to draw the conclusion?A、Doing experiments. B、Making comparisons. C、Scoring pandas' behavior in nature. D、Observing pandas in the wild.(3)、What can we learn about pandas' unique coloring?A、The white and black parts help pandas to hide. B、The function of the dark-colored areas is unknown. C、The white-and-black coloring will change with temperature. D、The dark circles around pandas' eyes help make them look cuter.(4)、What can be inferred from Ted Stankowich's words?A、The study is a great success. B、Hundreds of hours of hard work is not worthwhile. C、It needs efforts to find the truth behind simple questions. D、Simple issues shouldn't take scientists so much time to study. -
5、The rapid development of the internet and artificial intelligence (AI) has greatly changed human life. Among AI technologies, Deepseek, a smart system created in 2022 by Chinese scientists, stands out. Unlike traditional AI tools, Deepseek focuses on "understanding human intentions" rather than just following commands. For example, it can analyze users' emotions from text messages and offer personalized suggestions.
Since its launch, Deepseek has been used in education, healthcare, and environmental protection. In schools, it helps teachers design courses based on students' learning habits. In hospitals, it assists doctors in predicting diseases by studying medical data. More importantly, Deepseek's energy-saving design reduces computing power consumption by 50%, making AI technology greener.
However, some experts warn that over-reliance (过度依赖) on AI might weaken human creativity. Prof. Li from Peking University says, "We should use AI as a tool, not a replacement for human thinking." Deepseek's team also agrees, emphasizing their goal is to "empower humans, not control them."
Looking ahead, experts believe AI like Deepseek will reshape careers. Routine jobs like data entry may decline, but new roles in AI management and human-AI interaction design are emerging. As the system's lead engineer Dr. Wang noted: "The real challenge isn't building smarter machines, but teaching people to grow alongside them. In the future, humans will surely coexist harmoniously with artificial intelligence."
(1)、What is Deepseek's main research focus?A、Following users' orders quickly. B、Reducing energy consumption. C、Understanding human intentions. D、Replacing human jobs.(2)、How might Deepseek help environmental protection?A、By controlling human behavior. B、Through its energy-saving technology. C、By replacing environmental scientists. D、Through emotion analysis.(3)、What does the underlined word "empower" most likely mean?A、Control completely. B、Make weaker. C、Give order to. D、Provide power to.(4)、What is Dr. Wang's attitude towards the development of AI according to the passage?A、Doubtful. B、Optimistic. C、Indifferent. D、Anxious. -
6、My cat Max escaped from the house one night, and I didn't even realize he got out until the next morning. I had just gone through an awful breakup, and I was sick with worry and guilt.
At about 7:00 PM that evening, I got a knock on the door. A man asked if I was missing a cat. It turns out the man found Max after he'd been hit by a truck. He saw my cat lying in the road on the way to work, and stopped to see if he could do anything. He was an electrician (电工) with a full day of house visits, so he drove around with my cat in his car all day as he went through his work day. He kept Max warm, gave him water, and even split (撕) his ham sandwich with him.
I asked how he could possibly know it was my cat, for my cat is a master at getting out of his collar, so he didn't have his tags when the man found him.
Turns out, after his shift (轮班), he went door to door down the entire road where he found Max, asking if anyone was missing a cat. He said he loved cats, and would want someone to do the same for him. He went back to his car, got my cat, and asked if it would be okay with him saying a few kind words for us. I don't usually do this kind of practice, but I told him it was fine. He took a moment to wish my cat a quick recovery and a long life, then got back in his truck and drove away.
The whole interaction lasted maybe 5 minutes, and I never even got his name. My cat made a full recovery, and is sleeping next to me as I write this, 8 years later. It's the nicest thing anyone has ever done for me, and it came at a time when I was feeling pretty down about humans.
I wish I knew who he was and I could thank him properly. I'll never forget it.
(1)、How did the author feel when discovering Max was missing?A、Awful and sick. B、Anxious and guilty. C、Confused and sad. D、Angry and surprised.(2)、What did the man do to help Max after finding him injured?A、Took Max's collar off. B、Quarreled with the truck driver. C、Provided warmth, water, and food. D、Took care of Max by the side of the road.(3)、How did the man find Max's owner?A、By saying a few kind words. B、By calling nearby animal shelters. C、By asking around the neighborhood. D、By checking Max's collar for an address.(4)、What can be a suitable title for the text?A、A Cat's Journey B、The Search for Max C、A Community's Effort D、An Unforgettable Kindness -
7、Are you a high school student looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer? The University of Miami Health System invites you to make a difference in someone's life. Whether you want to give back to your community, meet new people, or see what it's like to work in health care, volunteering is a rewarding experience.
What We Offer
Our summer program offers a unique opportunity to support patients, families, and hospital staff. As a volunteer, you may be responsible for a variety of tasks, including greeting visitors, assisting with patient transport, delivering flowers and mail, and helping out in the office in various departments. This is a chance to develop valuable skills like communication and teamwork while gaining exposure to a professional medical environment.
Requirements
To be part of this rewarding experience, students must be 16 years of age or older by the program start date of June 16th. The program runs for at least 5 weeks and concludes on August 1st. You will need to volunteer for 4-6 hours a day, up to 20 hours a week.
How To Apply
Applications will be accepted online from February 1st to April 1st. Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed, so be sure to fill out all required fields. Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. All selected volunteers must attend an online meeting on Wednesday, May 7th, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This meeting is completely necessary as it covers important hospital policies, safety and what you will do as a volunteer.
(1)、What task volunteers might do?A、Perform emergency operations. B、Train new hospital workers. C、Transport medical equipment. D、Assist with office work.(2)、When is the final day to hand in applications?A、February 1st. B、April 1st. C、May 7th. D、June 16th.(3)、What is the main purpose of the text?A、To invite high school students to volunteer. B、To tell about the life of a hospital worker. C、To offer high school students summer jobs. D、To share new rules for hospital visitors. -
8、假如你是李华,你的英国好友Paul目前在中国学习汉语。近日,他发来邮件询问提升汉语听力的建议,请你用英语给他回一封邮件,内容包括:
1. 表示理解;
2. 给出建议;
3. 表达祝愿。
注意:1. 词数80左右;2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Paul,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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9、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。
How Learning Habits Influence Learning Results
It's useful and necessary (discuss) learning habits. There is a famous saying "Good habits lead to good endings", which shows the (important) of habits.
"An apple a day (keep) a doctor away" also shows how a healthy everyday habit helps build up our body. Thus, good learning habits can help us gain great learning results, including high scores and abundant (丰富的) knowledge. At first, learning habits form our ways of thinking and attitudes to the content of our learning. (obvious), a good habit can help us to speed up to reach our destinations. As we can see, developing a good habit is so important I would like to introduce one kind of good learning habits — keep learning diary every day. We can start the habit by (write) learning summaries and remember to record something (impress) and meaningful. Keep in mind that we can gain this good learning habit, can benefit us a lot.
What's more, I find out that I still have some bad learning habits as well. I can only concentrate on reading for a short time and I will conquer this problem by spending more effort concentration practice in future.
I believe that through my efforts, I can gain good learning results by having good habits.
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10、Amy Subaey used to work in an energy company in Dubai. But in 2020, she unfortunately1 her job. At that time, she was really2 about what to do with her career. After thinking hard, she finally3 to follow her heart and do what she loved. She had always been4 of hiking and climbing. In fact, she had already set up a weekend hiking group called UAE Trekkers before. So when she became unemployed, she made up her mind to focus on5 this hiking business. It turned out fifteen more members joined UAE Trekkers. On weekdays, Subaey gets up as early as 3 am to lead people to6 the extremely beautiful landscapes around Dubai. She wants to let everyone see the charm of nature and make them like hiking. She often7 "When you are in nature, you will forget all your8. The fresh air and the beautiful scenery make you feel so calm and help you9 the moment. Every time I spend three or four hours outside and come back, I feel10."
After I read the story, Subaey's11 teaches us that when we face difficulties in life, we should not be12. Instead, we can bravely turn them into good chances. She made use of her13 to build something meaningful, which brought14 to herself and many other people. It gives us an important lesson which15 us to be brave in pursuing our dreams, even when obstacles arise.
(1)A 、refused B 、left C 、lost D 、hated(2)A 、excited B 、confident C 、curious D 、worried(3)A 、decided B 、aimed C 、requested D 、adapted(4)A 、free B 、fond C 、careful D 、tired(5)A 、replacing B 、creating C 、developing D 、finishing(6)A 、explore B 、remember C 、paint D 、imagine(7)A 、argues B 、shares C 、complains D 、expects(8)A 、preparations B 、duties C 、doubts D 、troubles(9)A 、learn from. B 、talk about C 、focus on D 、refer to(10)A 、nervous B 、humourous C 、intelligent D 、energetic(11)A 、experience B 、adventure C 、lecture D 、issue(12)A 、bored B 、careless C 、afraid D 、dissatisfied(13)A 、hobby B 、discovery C 、memory D 、collection(14)A 、description B 、happiness C 、attention D 、kindness(15)A 、orders B 、allows C 、forces D 、reminds -
11、Everyone, from homeless people to billionaires, is likely to be influenced by stress. There's simply no way to avoid it.. Here are five powerful tips for ways to kill stress in almost any situation.
Eat Healthier
Though a lot of stress is psychological, there are also plenty of physical factors that lead to this natural human response to noticed danger. In order to relieve stress, make sure you're treating your body right. A big part of this is eating healthier.Anyway, adopting an alkaline (碱性的) diet instead of an acidic (酸性的) one is recommended.
Wake Up Earlier
However, waking up 15 or 20 minutes earlier each morning may have more benefits than sleeping in. By giving yourself some extra time, you won't feel quite rushed in the morning, which leads to better preparation and more confidence.
Since you are never going to remove 100 percent of the stress in your life, one of the best things you can do is let it be one of your motivations. This is what stress is designed to do, after all. The psychological and physical reactions brought on by stress are supposed to heighten our senses and empower us to fight off a threat.
Watch a Funny Video
Here is a simple and practical tip: watch a funny video on You Tube, Research shows that seeing something amusing activates the part of the brain that produces calm physiological (生理的) responses. This can lead to less anxiety and more happiness.
Take Walk Outside
Whenever possible, make sure you take your walk outdoors.It can improve energy levels and memory by as much as 20 percent.
A. A number of studies show that walking outdoors is an important key to good health.
B. Diet and relaxation are two important keys to good health.
C. There are no magic "anti-stress" foods.
D. However, there are ways to reduce the amount of stress you suffer from.
E. Keep Positive Relationships
F. Let Stress Motivate You
G. It is certainly true that the more sleep you get, the less stressed you'll be.
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12、A British woman who won a S1 million prize after she was named the World's Best Teacher will use the cash to bring inspirational figures into UK schools.
Andria Zafirakou,a north London secondary school teacher, said she wanted to bring about a classroom revolution (变革). "We are going to make a change, "she said."I've started a project to promote the teaching of the arts in our schools."
The project results from the difficulties many schools have in getting artists of any sort - whether an up-and-coming local musician or a major movie star - into schools to work with and inspire children.
Zafirakou began the project at Alperton Community School, her place of work for the past twelve years. "I've seen those magic moments when children are talking to someone they are inspired by - their eyes are shining and their faces light up," she said. "We need artists . more than ever in our schools."
Artist Michael Craig-Martin said: "Andria's brilliant project to bring artists from all fields into direct contact with children is particularly welcome at a time when the arts are being downgraded in schools." It was a mistake to see the arts as unnecessary, he added.
Historian Sir Simon Schama is also a supporter of the project. He said that arts education in schools was not just an add-on. "It is absolutely necessary. The future depends on creativity and creativity depends on the young. What will remain of us when artificial intelligence takes over will be our creativity, and it is our creative spirit, our visionary sense of freshness,that has been our strength for centuries."
(1)、What will Zafirakou do with her prize money?A、Make a movie. B、Build new schools. C、Run a project. D、Help local musicians.(2)、What does Craig-Martin think of the teaching of the arts in UK schools?A、It is particularly difficult. B、It increases artists' income. C、It opens children's mind. D、It deserves greater attention.(3)、What should be stressed in school education according to Schama?A、Moral principles. B、Interpersonal skills. C、Creative abilities. D、Positive worldviews.(4)、Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?A、Bring Artists to Schools B、When Historians Meet Artists C、Arts Education in Britain D、The World's Best Arts Teacher -
13、Researchers in Shanghai are developing a robot "guide dog" that could help blind people. The robot is now being tested in Shanghai.
The machine uses cameras and sensors (传感器) to sense its environment. It is able to recognize (辨认出) traffic lights which traditional guide dogs are unable to recognize. The robot can communicate by listening to and speaking with a blind person. The robot also uses artificial intelligence (AI) to recognize voices and plan ways to go from place to place.
The robot dog is about the size of an English bulldog but a little wider than a real dog. It has six legs instead of four because the researchers say the extra legs enhance its safety, making its movements smoother.
41-year-old Li Fei and 42-year-old Zhu Sibin are among the people with eye problems who are helping the Jiao Tong University team. They are testing the dog using Chinese-language instructions and providing their feedback (反馈) for the researchers to further develop the dog.
Li is completely blind while Zhu has little eyesight. Li normally uses a walking stick to walk. He said, "If this robot guide dog comes onto the market and I could use it, at least it could solve some of my problems in traveling alone."
Robot guide dogs are also under development in Australia and Britain. But China needs a lot of traditional guide dogs. There are just over 400 guide dogs in China for nearly 20 million blind people.
Many workplaces, restaurants and public areas do not welcome a usual guide dog like a Labrador. The supply of real dogs is limited (限制) by feeding and training needs. The production of robot guide dogs could be increased to an industrial level, especially in a center of making industry like China. The researchers think there could be a large market for robot dogs as there might be tens of millions of people in the world who need guide dogs.
(1)、What does the underlined word "enhance" in paragraph 3 mean?A、Report. B、Record. C、Show. D、Increase.(2)、Why are Li Fei and Zhu Sibin mentioned in the text?A、They prefer experiencing modern inventions. B、They're experts in developing robot guide dogs. C、They play a part in improving robot guide dogs. D、They depend on real guide dogs for traveling around.(3)、What is the future of robot guide dogs like according to the researchers?A、Worrying. B、Challenging. C、Uncertain. D、Hopeful.(4)、Which of the following is the best title for the text?A、The History of Guide Dogs in China. B、The Differences Between Robot Dogs and Real Dogs. C、A New Robot Guide Dog to Help the Blind. D、The Future of Artificial Intelligence. -
14、Don't know where to enjoy yourself? Here are some choices for you.
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
PopUp Picnics in the park return for the fourth summer in a row, taking place on Thursdays. Take a break to enjoy tacos (墨西哥玉米薄饼卷). Prices change from $ 2 to $ 10. Cash only.
144 School Street June 13-August 15 Start at 11:30 am and end at 1:30 pm
The Crow's Nest
Each summer on Thursday evenings the Crow's Nest offers its Summer Beach Party series on the beach. The party starts at 5:30 pm each week and goes until sunset. Families are welcome, and there is no entrance fee. After the sun sets, the fun begins with dancing to the best live music of local bands.
2218 East Cliff Drive May 30-August 29 Start at 5:30 pm and end at 8:30 pm
Bargetto Winery
Join us for a beautiful weekend of art and wine. Bargetto Winery will be hosting their yearly gathering of artists and foodies(美食家)at their amazing Soquel winery. No entrance fee. Wine tasting with purchase of $ 15 festival glass. 3535 North Main Street
July 20 - July 21 Start at 11:00 am and end at 5:00 pm
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chef Page takes guests on a journey showing the area rich fruits, vegetables, and meats. Dinner begins at 6:30 pm with a five-course menu and good wines. Seating booked is not a choice, as all guests are seated at large, connecting, beautifully set tables designed to invite open conversations among guests. Ticket price: $ 90 per person. Tickets can be gotten online.
Chaminade Lane July 26 Start at 6:00 pm and end at 9:00 pm
(1)、What can we know about PopUp Picnics in the park?A、It lasts two days. B、It is held on Thursdays. C、It has been held twice. D、It can be paid in credit card.(2)、What can people do in the Crow's Nest?A、Enjoy tacos. B、Talk with artists and foodies. C、Watch the sunrise on the beach. D、Watch the performance of the bands.(3)、Which activity can be booked on the Internet?A、The Crow's Nest. B、Bargetto Winery. C、Chaminade Resort & Spa. D、Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. -
15、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。
Jimmy and Bob had a lot in common. They studied in the same class and lived in the same community, just a few houses apart. Both were top students in their class, winning praise from teachers and parents. Yet there was a sense of rivalry deep in both of their hearts. They both secretly wanted to be the best, rather than just one of the best.
One day, their teacher announced a special charity sale all students could participate in to raise money by selling homemade things. All the money from the sale would be donated to the children in a partnered special school, and the student who raised the most money would get the honor to name the activity.
Jimmy and Bob immediately decided to join separately: Jimmy planned to sell his paintings, while Bob prepared to sell candies following a family recipe with a delicious taste.
When the big day arrived, the school playground buzzed with energy: colorful ribbons and balloons everywhere, stalls (摊位) neatly arranged across the field. A few stalls away, Jimmy saw Bob's plain-looking candies and his empty cash box. He even felt kind of happy, thinking he could beat him this time. But things didn't go as expected. Jimmy's cash box was no better, with only one or two coins inside. Feeling upset, he accidentally heard two students talking nearby. "Good paintings, but I prefer something practical with my only pocket money," one student said. Their words hitting Jimmy like a lightning bolt, he suddenly had an idea.
At lunch break, Jimmy went to Bob. "Bob, I have an idea," he said seriously. "I once tasted your candies. Although they're not eye-catching, the tastes are amazing. My paintings are beautiful but not practical to students in our school. What if we work together? We can split the money equally, and if we win, we can name the activity together — if permitted."
注意:
(1)续写词数应为150个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Bob studied Jimmy in surprise, his eyes lighting up a little.
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When the sale ended that day, Jimmy and Bob found their cash box was nearly full.
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16、假定你是校模拟联合国社团成员李华,社团将开展以"Heritage site protection: a (n) ______ effort"为主题的内部分享会。请你写一篇发言稿,内容包括:
(1)表明观点;
(2)陈述理由。
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。
Hello everyone,
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I welcome your thoughts. Thank you!
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17、阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Originating in the Tang Dynasty, Shuyuan, or ancient Chinese academies, were unique Chinese institutions. By the Song Dynasty, they (become) China's primary intellectual centers, scholars often had critical reflection, intense exchanges and debates.
Chinese Shuyuan (wise), historically, first resonated (共振) with the West during the Ming Dynasty, when Italian missionary Matteo Ricci met Zhang Huang, then head of Bailudong Academy. Ricci studied the Confucian (classic) under Zhang's guidance, while Zhang integrated Western geographical knowledge into his own work.
This kind of dialogue lives on. In 2025, nearly 200 foreign scholars gathered at the Kaoting Academy in East China's Fujian Province for the Conference on Zhu Xi's Philosophy and Dialogue of Global Civilization, to explore how late Chinese philosopher Zhu Xi's thoughts could offer insights for resolving civilizational conflicts. Former UNESCO General Conference president Simona-Mirela Miculescu noted that Zhu's belief the inseparability of learning and virtue agrees with UNESCO's mission (build) peace through understanding, learning and mutual (相互的) respect.
As the world (active) seeks ways to engage in dialogue across different civilizations while preserving distinct identities, Shuyuan have emerged as guides from Chinese history, (enable) Chinese culture to continuously absorb nutrients, develop and innovate through dialogue with diverse civilizations around the world. Also, they allow the world to gain a (deep) and more comprehensive understanding of China.
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18、On summer vacation in 2023, I felt it was time to get some real-world experience. So, I went to a (n)1 at the local fast- food restaurant for a part-time job. The manager asked me to serve a customer with the2 shown next to her order number on the screen. However, I couldn't3 a single word on the display and was4 on the spot.
I was, at age 7, diagnosed (诊断) with retinal dystrophy — a group of incurable eye disorders. As a child, I remember5 to see the whiteboard in class, even sitting right at the front. I6 this by copying notes from my friends. As I got older and more self-conscious, I buried the7 even more. I hated asking for help — so much that I would say I wasn't hungry at restaurants to avoid taking an awkwardly8 look at the menu.
Having failed the job interview, I realized hiding was more9 and decided to live a life with a disability:10. I began to11 to those around me when necessary. This12 even brought me close to my parents and friends, who surrounded me with understanding.
Now, I feel worlds away from the anxiety-ridden girl. I remain13 disabled, yet more14 and alive. I also know I was never meant to face this15.
(1)A 、gathering B 、interview C 、training D 、advertisement(2)A 、fees B 、questions C 、items D 、routes(3)A 、tear down B 、make out C 、weigh on D 、allow for(4)A 、convinced B 、adopted C 、bothered D 、rejected(5)A 、claiming B 、pretending C 、struggling D 、promising(6)A 、hid B 、interrupted C 、facilitated D 、prayed(7)A 、desire B 、faith C 、secret D 、mood(8)A 、close B 、casual C 、curious D 、urgent(9)A 、taxing B 、astonishing C 、illegal D 、effective(10)A 、support B 、blessing C 、gratitude D 、acceptance(11)A 、take B 、turn C 、submit D 、stick(12)A 、plot B 、shift C 、leisure D 、pursuit(13)A 、barely B 、mentally C 、exceptionally D 、visually(14)A 、real B 、reliable C 、available D 、academic(15)A 、apart B 、again C 、alone D 、together -
19、Today, the "I don't care" attitude is becoming increasingly popular. Phrases like "I don't care what anybody thinks" are often blindly used to express freedom and relief. Understanding when to adopt this mindset can make a great difference.
The "I don't care" attitude can be quite beneficial when it motivates us to persevere, especially when others have given up. J. K. Rowling, for instance, faced widespread doubt when proposing Harry Potter, but she kept polishing her novel without worrying about criticism. It was her persistence in crafting a magical world that eventually brought her success. As you can see in Rowling's example, ignoring external doubts can actually help us stay focused on our own goals.
This happens when someone acts out of stubbornness (固执) or a desire to shift blame, or acts selfishly, focusing solely on their own desires while ignoring how interconnected people's needs are. In the case of recent social media algorithm scandals (算法丑闻), tech giants repeatedly ignored internal researchers' warnings about mental health harms to teenagers, claiming "not their department" Finally, it has caused uncontrollable rising anxiety and self-harm rates among young users.
Therefore, it's crucial to reflect on why we adopt the "I don't care" attitude. Are we motivated by confidence in our decisions, or are we simply avoiding challenges? There are times when it's crucial to care deeply about others, the truth, and personal growth. At other times, it's equally important to remain indifferent to negativity, distractions, or unnecessary pressures. By carefully choosing when to adopt the "I don't care" attitude, we can lead more fulfilling lives.
A. The key is balance.
B. Motivation comes first.
C. Great achievements tend to come from ignoring doubters.
D. When no one takes responsibility, it is everyone's disaster.
E. This mindset, however, can also have negative consequences.
F. Others, however, are always concerned about everyone's feelings.
G. While this attitude can be liberating, it also comes with potential risks.
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20、Space agencies have been treating the idea of living on Mars (火星) a long-term goal. However, the thin air, low pressure and extreme temperatures are what most Earth life can't tolerate, let alone the constant radiation. So, a Mars shelter is central to any plan for sustainable human life. Shipping material from Earth would be far too unrealistic. A practical approach, as is published on the website NASA Science, is to build with what is already on Mars.
NASA has collected samples of Martian soil that may contain evidence of very early life. That raises a bigger question: if microorganisms (微生物) once lived on Mars, could they also help us build there? The focus is biomineralization — microorganisms create minerals as part of their metabolism (新陈代谢). Erik Richards, lead author of the research, said microorganisms on Earth that burgeon in tough settings such as acidic lakes, volcanic soils, and deep caves may be especially useful as we explore what could work under Martian conditions.
The work centers on a partnership between two bacteria: Sporosarcina pasteurii (巴氏芽孢八叠球菌), which is known for creating calcium carbonate, and Chroococcidiopsis (拟甲色球藻), a strong cyanobacterium that can survive extreme environments, including simulated (模拟的) Martian conditions. Together, they transform loose soil into a solid, concrete - like material.
The long-term vision is to combine this bacterial co-culture with Martian soil and use it as feedstock (原料) for 3D printing on Mars. If it works in volume, it could change how structures are made on this red planet. The potential value is not limited to construction. Because Chroococcidiopsis can produce oxygen, it could also help enable self-sustaining agriculture and Mars's terraforming (地球化).
Even with promising ideas, their work is still at an early stage. Repeated delays in Mars sample return limit how quickly Mars-specific construction methods can be tested and confirmed. Also, robotics today is unable to reproduce Martian gravity on Earth, yet gravity affects 3D printing and autonomous construction.
(1)、Why is a shelter of vital importance on Mars?A、Because material from Earth can't be used. B、Because too many space agencies want to stay. C、Because its conditions are deadly for Earth life. D、Because space agencies target long-term research.(2)、What does the underlined word "burgeon" in paragraph 2 mean?A、Boom. B、Sink. C、Communicate. D、Disappear.(3)、What can be inferred about the construction work?A、It is an incredibly fast process. B、It may bring about added bonus. C、It has been tested and confirmed. D、It takes just two types of bacteria.(4)、What is the last paragraph mainly about?A、Different stages. B、Promising ideas. C、Current obstacles. D、Potential applications.