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1、 Where are the speakers?A、In a café. B、In a grocery store. C、In a chocolate factory.
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2、 Who usually calls the customers on Monday?A、Jack. B、Gary C、Peter.
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3、 What's the weather like now?A、Cloudy. B、Windy. C、Sunny.
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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。
Jean's dream was to be a great chef, so when she was 20, she travelled to France, which has the most famous cuisine in the world, to learn to cook. After twelve years, she was among the best.
Her father, Bob, was getting old, and she wanted to be near him. Jean accepted an offer from one of Washington's top restaurants. The manager offered her a handsome salary, and 30% ownership of the restaurant. The next day, Jean went to sign the contract. As she got out of the car, she caught sight of a green sunshade. Instead of going to meet the manager, she crossed the street towards the old restaurant, Fargonetti's. She pushed open the door and the memories came flooding back.
Jean's mum died when she was just 11, and her father lost his job and was forced to freelance (从事自由职业). Money was very short. When Jean turned thirteen, Bob had made a reservation at Fargonetti's, the capital's best restaurant.
"I'm not hungry, baby girl. I had a huge breakfast," Bob said. "This is all for you!" "Oh," Jean cried. "Daddy was so silly! He's been saving to come here for lunch for MONTHS and now he ruined his appetite with breakfast!" The waiter, Carl Bader, immediately realised what was going on and went to Mr Fargonetti, the restaurant owner, and told him about Jean and Bob.
An hour later, surprisingly, the waiter brought wonderful dishes and set them before the father and daughter. "Lunch is on the house with Mr Fargoneti's compliments (致意)," Carl said. For Bob and Jean, it was a free but magical meal. They were on cloud nine when they walked out. "Jean," said Bob happily. "I feel our luck has changed!" And it did! The next day, one of Bob's old friends called and offered him a job at a new magazine, and Jean believed Fargonetti's had made it all happen. That was when she decided to become a chef!
Twenty years later, the old restaurant looked run-down and sad, but Jean recognised the waiter immediately. "Carl?" she asked delightedly.
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。
The man looked surprised.
Jean was staring at Carl and a brilliant idea was taking shape in her mind.
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5、 假定你是学生会主席李华,英国某中学的部分师生即将访问你校,并体验校园传统文化节活动。请你用英语写一篇欢迎辞,主要内容包括:1.表示欢迎; 2.活动介绍; 3.表达祝愿。
注意:1.写作词数应为80左右; 2.请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear visiting guests,
Thank you!
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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。
Paper-cutting artist Rich McCor creates small silhouetted (显出轮廓的) (shape) and brings them to life by holding them against European monuments. He positions simply cut-outs at the perfect angle, (make) it appear as though buildings, statues, and fountains are (direct) interacting with his work. McCor then takes a photo (document) the unusual scene.
The playful project started when McCor decided to be tourist in his own city—London. He wanted to explore the landmarks and history he had previously ignored, so he began researching for interesting facts and brainstorming to photograph the place in an (origin) way. McCor's first photo transformed the Big Ben Tower into a wrist watch. While he was there, his work was appreciated by others nearby, encouraged him to build on the idea.
Since he took his first photograph, McCor (apply) the same playful treatment to many sites in London. And thanks a commission (委托) from Lonely Planet, he's created similar cut-outs for monuments in Stockholm. Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Paris, introducing each image with random facts about the respective landmark.
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7、 阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
My life is full and active taking care of my grandson. But weeks ago, he headed for an overseas holiday, I was left feeling 1 and lost. I needed something extraordinary to lift my 2 .
Then one day, I entered the Coffee Club near my home and 3 a cup of coffee. I settled into a comfortable sofa, 4 tasting the delicious drink. After a while, I approached the waitress and handed her my 5 . She smiled and said, "That's already been paid for."
I looked at her in 6 . "Really?" Then she said the words I'll never forget. "It was a 7 of kindness, and it happens a lot."
I was shocked. I never really 8 these things though I had heard about them. Today, I 9 it firsthand. Good, kind people are out there in the world. And they 10 when you need them most. I left home this morning feeling, somewhat lost. I returned with a 11 in my step, excited about sharing my story and 12 the kindness.
Two weeks later, I paid for a girl in the Coffee Club. The only thing is, this time, the Coffee Club did it 13 . The waiter pointed me out. She couldn't believe it and 14 me. I simply smiled, explaining that I was passing on the 15 I'd received not long ago.
(1)A 、 embarrassed B 、 flat C 、 patient D 、 content(2)A 、 sights B 、 fortunes C 、 spirits D 、 voices(3)A 、 mixed B 、 ordered C 、 prepared D 、 served(4)A 、 awkwardly B 、 confidently C 、 restlessly D 、 leisurely(5)A 、 bill B 、 receipt C 、 drink D 、 license(6)A 、 desperation B 、 relief C 、 surprise D 、 shame(7)A 、 test B 、 gesture C 、 feeling D 、 power(8)A 、 believed B 、 enjoyed C 、 refused D 、 inquired(9)A 、 pursued B 、 avoided C 、 confirmed D 、 experienced(10)A 、 hang around B 、 break in C 、 show up D 、 move on(11)A 、 pain B 、 load C 、 drag D 、 spring(12)A 、 repaying B 、 evaluating C 、 shaping D 、 delaying(13)A 、 secretly B 、 regularly C 、 differently D 、 casually(14)A 、 puzzled B 、 rejected C 、 comforted D 、 thanked(15)A 、 courage B 、 kindness C 、 respect D 、 honor -
8、 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。
Tips for you to overcome comparison
Identify your triggers (诱因) and avoid them. To stop comparing yourself to others, pay attention to the people or events that cause your behavior. Do you feel discontent with your life after looking at luxury goods?. Write down your comparative thoughts as soon as they happen so you can limit your exposure to these situations or avoid them altogether.
When you minimize your abilities, it becomes easier to compare yourself to others. To avoid this negative behavior, make a list of your strengths and talents. By acknowledging your best qualities, you can learn to love yourself.
Keep a gratitude journal. To start journaling, reflect on the little things that bring you joy and write down why you're grateful for them. Keeping a gratitude journal can increase your chances of overcoming comparison, but you may forget about it if you have a busy schedule.
Work on improving your abilities. Instead of focusing on your "weaknesses", reflect on the areas you can improve. Besides,don't be afraid to ask other people for help along the way. By prioritizing yourself, you can boost your self-confidence and find your place and value.
Appreciate others instead of envying them. If you have friends who are highly achieving people, you might consider that their networks are full of people who might be able to help you become more successful in your life. Instead of envying their success, be supportive and use their success to your advantage.
A. Write down your positive qualities.
B. Do you set goals to achieve your dream?
C. Consider the advantage that others can bring you.
D. Recognize everyone's circumstances are entirely unique.
E. Take classes or workshops to develop your skills and techniques.
F. Is there someone who constantly makes you feel bad about yourself?
G. Set a reminder to write at least once a week so you can actively express appreciation.
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9、 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
When colds and flu hit, many people automatically turn to over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to push through and treat their symptoms (症状). Although these medicines are easily accessible and widely used, it might come as a surprise to many people to learn that they are not risk-free. A study estimated that every year, over 26,000 people went to the emergency room for adverse (有害的) events related to OTC cold and cough medicines.
When two or more drugs are used together, their interaction can sometimes produce unexpected harmful effects. Physicians are typically knowledgeable about potential drug interactions, so it is very important for patients to ask their healthcare providers which OTC medicines are safe for them to use.
It is important to read the package ingredients of OTC medicines closely to avoid duplication of doses (剂量重复). Cold medicines are typically made up of multiple ingredients, including pain relievers, nasal decongestants and cough suppressants or expectorants. A person who takes a single-ingredient medicine paired with one of these multi-ingredient medicines can receive an unsafe dose of that ingredient.
While everyone could potentially experience adverse effects from cold and flu medicines, some groups-including older adults, children and pregnant women-may be at greater risk.
Older people who are using prescribed (处方的) drugs to treat multiple health conditions may have a higher risk of drug interactions because of the higher number of medicines being used at the same time to treat different conditions. The aging body is not expert at absorbing, distributing and clearing medicines as younger bodies are. This can put older adults at higher risk for an overdose and drug-to-drug interactions with some medicines.
The Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention do not recommend giving cold medicine to children under age 4. Because of a variety of factors, young children have a higher risk of an accidental overdose and adverse events that could lead to death.
(1)、Why did the author mention the study in paragraph 1?A、To stress the easy access to OTC medicines. B、To explain the dangers of using OTC medicines. C、To emphasize the importance of OTC medicines. D、To prove the potential risks of using OTC medicines.(2)、What advice does the author give to those who take different drugs at the same time?A、Turn to doctors for advice. B、Buy medicines from physicians. C、Take only one drug instead. D、Change the ingredients of drugs.(3)、What can we infer from the text?A、Women cannot face aging positively. B、Children are more easily affected by diseases. C、Older people's body cannot deal with medicines easily. D、People's desire for health makes them take more medicine.(4)、What is a suitable title for the text?A、OTC medicines may not be safe. B、Tips for taking over-the-counter drugs. C、How to deal with an OTC drug overdose? D、Should medicines be available "over the counter"? -
10、 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
"Anxiety." The very word invites discomfort. Its effects—shortness of breath, pounding heart, muscle tension—are outright upsetting. But, as a clinician, I find that we tend to miss out on many valuable opportunities presented by this human emotion. In and of itself, anxiety is not deadly, nor is it a disease. Quite the contrary: it is an indicator of brain and sensory health. Once we accept that it is a normal, though uncomfortable, part of life, we can use it to help us.
We all know working out at the gym is hard. By nature, a "good workout" is uncomfortable, since it involves pushing our physical strength past what we can easily do. The sweet spot of exercise is always a somewhat challenging experience. Similarly, if you want to be emotionally stronger, you need to face some tension. For example, one effective treatment for fear is exposure therapy (疗法), which involves gradually encountering things that make one anxious, reducing fear over time.
Humans are social creatures. When my patients learn to open up to their partners about their anxieties, they almost always report a greater sense of emotional closeness. Also, as international relationship expert Sue Johnson teaches, when we express our need for connection during challenging moments (e.g., "I'm having a hard time right now and could really use your support"), it creates greater connection and turns our anxiety into love.
From time to time, we find ourselves at the end of our rope. Our responsibilities pile up, our resources break down, and we feel uncomfortably anxious—what we're experiencing is called stress. Simply put, the demands placed upon us outweigh our available resources, just like a set of scales (天平) going out of balance. Focusing on work and pretending everything is OK only leads to disastrous results. Medical treatment for stress may function for a while, but it tends to make things worse in the long run. The only solution to deal with stress is to do the mathematics to balance the scales.
(1)、What does the author say about anxiety?A、It is an invitation to diseases. B、It indicates stable mental health. C、It costs us many valuable chances. D、It is a natural emotional expression.(2)、Why does the author mention "good workout" in paragraph 2?A、To prove how exercise influences emotions. B、To suggest an effective way to challenge limits. C、To explain how anxiety builds emotional strength. D、To show a positive connection between mind and body.(3)、What is paragraph 3 mainly about?A、The key to closeness is partners' support. B、Sharing anxieties improves relationships. C、Humans are defined by their social nature. D、Expressing feelings keeps us off anxieties.(4)、According to the last paragraph, how can we deal with stress?A、Devote more energy to our work. B、Increase resources available to us. C、Seek professional medical treatment. D、Master advanced mathematical skills. -
11、 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
You are what you think. Whatever you are doing right now is determined by your thinking. All your emotions and desires are influenced by your thinking. The problem is that when you are not aware of your thinking, you have no chance of correcting it if it is poor. When thinking is subconscious, you are in no position to see any problems in it. And, if you don't see any problems in it, you won't be motivated to change it. What's worse, few people realize the powerful role that thinking plays in their lives, so they don't gain significant command of it. As a result, most people are in many ways victims of their thinking.
Consider your success as a student. The single most significant variable in determining your success as a student is the quality of your thinking. Your instructors will play a role in your learning, but even the best teachers cannot get into your head and learn for you. If you lack the intellectual skills necessary for thinking well through course content, you will not be successful in school.
Here is the key question we are putting to you in this book. If the quality of a person's thinking is the single most significant determinant of both happiness and success, why not take the time to learn from the best thinkers?
This book will inform you of the tools that the best thinkers use and will illustrate the activities and practice you can use to begin to emulate them, and take control of your destiny as a thinker. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of these thinking aids, helping you discover the power of your own mind and of your potential to think systematically about your thinking.
This book, as a whole, introduces you to the tools of mind that will help you reason well through various challenges you face. If you take these ideas seriously and practice using them, you can improve the quality of your thinking and ultimately, the quality of your life.
(1)、Why do many people lack motivation to change their poor thinking?A、They are victims of emotions. B、They are unaware of the need. C、They think highly of themselves. D、They lack the academic guidance.(2)、What plays the most crucial role in school success?A、The course content. B、The school environment. C、The commitment of teachers. D、The quality of an individual's thinking.(3)、What does the underlined word "emulate" mean in paragraph 4?A、Make friends with. B、Win over. C、Follow the example of. D、Look up to.(4)、The book is organized according to ____.A、varieties of thinking tools B、types of life challenges C、determinants of life value D、ideas of different thinkers -
12、 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
Upcoming Events in Essex County Environmental Center
LITTLE EXPLORERS
Mondays -May 6, 20, June 3, 17
For ages 2 and 3; 10am to 1lam; For ages 2 and 5; 3pm to 4pm
Join us for explorations of nature as we study plants and animals and observe the colors, shapes, and sounds in the Center's forest habitat. Please come dressed and prepared for all weather conditions; all classes include an outdoor adventure. All children must be walking and accompanied by an adult. Maximum of two children per adult. All sessions are limited to 10 children. Fee: 515 per child per session.
FOREST FRIENDS CLUB
Thursdays -May 9, June 6, 4pm to 5pm
For children ages 5 through 10
We'll explore the forest to investigate nature in our wooded wetland habitat together. We hope to raise our children's nature responsibilities and offer an opportunity to take part in hands-on conservation projects. Fee: $12 per child per session.
SPRING WILD EDIBLE WALK
Friday, May 10, 6pm to 7:30pm
For families
Take a walk in the forest to identify and discuss the variety of forest groceries available for harvest. You'll meet Spice Bush, Mountain Mint and others. Learn some folklore (FIA) behind the plants and we'll discuss proper identification, growing environment and methods of preparation while walking. Fee: $40 per family (up to two adults and two children) or $12 per child, $15 per adult.
4-H YOUNG GARDENERS CLUB
Saturdays -May 4, 18, 25, 10am to 11 am
For children in grades K-12
Have you ever wondered how vegetables and flowers grow? How to find a rainbow in a garden? The 4-H Young Gardener's Club can guide you to find the answers to these questions and more. Learning and fun happen all the time here. Meet in Garibaldi Hall. Advanced registration required; please call 973 3531337.
(1)、When can children join in hands-on projects?A、On May 6. B、On May 9. C、On May 10. D、On May 18.(2)、How much should a couple with three kids pay at least for the Spring Wild Edible Walk?A、$40. B、$52. C、$55. D、$67.(3)、What do the four events have in common?A、They are targeted at families. B、They focus on theoretical courses. C、They offer experiences in nature. D、They present local folk cultures. -
13、 假如你叫李华,是一名高三学生。你的学校校刊英文专栏正在开展主题为"What to Do in the Face of Difficulty"的征稿活动,请分享你的经验和建议。要点包括:
1.你对困难的理解和态度。2.分享你的一次相关经历。3.提出应对困难的建议。
注意: 1. 词数100左右;2.可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯。
What to Do in the Face of Difficulty.
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14、 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文,请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有 10处语言错误,每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧ ),并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除:把多余的词用斜线 (\)划掉。
修改:在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意:1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词;2.只允许修改10处,多者(从第11 处起)不计分。
Last Saturday was May Day, which my class participated in the labor practice hold in our school vegetable base. At dawn, we cycled to base. On arrival, we were shown around by our teacher and then assigned different task. Under the teacher's guidance, we turned down the soil, weeded, planted vegetables like tomatoes and eggplants and water them. Looking at lines of young green vegetables, we both felt excited. The teacher cheerful said we'd enjoy vegetables grown by ourselves soon, which filled us with a sense of achievement. At noon, we went back to school. The meaningful activity offered to us a chance to learn about farming. Though tiring, we did feel the pleasure and value of labor.
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15、 阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
On November 14th, 2022, the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics presented their official mascots (吉祥物) — the Phryges. The cartoonish (image) are small cone-shaped caps. Just like the (nation) flag of France, Phryges are in red, white and blue colors. Plus, the golden Paris 2024 logo (print) across their chests. The difference the two mascots is that the Paralympic Phryge wears artificial leg that goes to the knee. The Paralympic committee wants (express) that with the help of man-made devices, disabled people can stand up from (they) wheelchairs and run as fast as lightning.
The two mascots share a motto of "Alone we go faster, but together we go (far)."The Olympic Phryge is described as "skilled in using strategies and (have) a calculating brain", while the Paralympic one is "open, natural and full of energy and enthusiasm".
The design of the Phryges was inspired by small Phrygian caps, an item of clothing dates back to ancient times and has been part of French history for centuries. Nowadays, the Phrygian cap has become a French symbol of freedom.
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16、 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。
Anyone who knows me well would almost certainly label me an optimist. I believe in embracing hope and finding something1 even in the most difficult2 .
With that being said, even optimists can temporarily3 hope. This was the case for me on a particularly cold and gloomy January day. Health, and financial 4 had joined forces to create a tornado of emotion that threatened to crush my spirit. I felt angry, frustrated, and 5 . The weather seemed to reflect my mood—the gray sky6 even a single ray of sunlight.
About midway through the day, I noticed that the sun had7 for a brief moment. I began to think about my negative 8 and reminded myself that I was9 for choosing my state of mind. Even as I consciously reminded myself of this truth, I felt incapable of making the10 . Still feeling pessimistic and negative, I left work to get some 11 . As I12 at a red light, I looked at the car directly in front of mine. The personalized license plate(车牌) 13 my eye—it read"SUNOUT". This brought an immediate smile to my face. It felt like a reminder that the sun was14 after all, and in the midst of the longest, darkest, coldest winter in years, this in itself was a blessing. 15 when my eyes moved to the car that was 16 parallel (并行的) to the SUNOUT vehicle, I found the license plate on that car read "GROUCH (发牢骚)". So as I read these two license p lates side by side, I said out loud "SUNOUT, GROUCH". This brought more than a17 to my face as I laughed out loud! Seeing the two very 18 license plates right next to each other at that exact moment in time also 19 my previous recognition of my ability to choose my outlook (态度) despite my circumstances. I felt my spirits and mood20 as I made the conscious decision to choose a positive attitude.
(1)A 、 negative B 、 disappointing C 、 confusing D 、 positive(2)A 、 arrangements B 、 circumstances C 、 descriptions D 、 tasks(3)A 、 lose B 、 find C 、 seize D 、 hug(4)A 、 benefits B 、 struggles C 、 levels D 、 systems(5)A 、 burdened B 、 unconscious C 、 warm D 、 calm(6)A 、 defeated B 、 took C 、 blocked D 、 welcomed(7)A 、 gone down B 、 gone out C 、 set out D 、 come out(8)A 、 effect B 、 aspect C 、 attitude D 、 behavior(9)A 、 anxious B 、 responsible C 、 fit D 、 eager(10)A 、 contribution B 、 promise C 、 shift D 、 comparison(11)A 、 breakfast B 、 dinner C 、 brunch D 、 lunch(12)A 、 moved B 、 cried C 、 stopped D 、 wandered(13)A 、 hurt B 、 caught C 、 covered D 、 hit(14)A 、 shining B 、 sinking C 、 disappearing D 、 setting(15)A 、 So B 、 Still C 、 Even D 、 But(16)A 、 finally B 、 perfectly C 、 frequently D 、 seriously(17)A 、 doubt B 、 blow C 、 smile D 、 shadow(18)A 、 familiar B 、 colourful C 、 amazing D 、 opposite(19)A 、 strengthened B 、 exposed C 、 introduced D 、 observed(20)A 、 lifted B 、 hidden C 、 dropped D 、 broken -
17、 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。
Ways to Create an Exercise Habit
A lot of people want to know how to get motivated to work out and build an exercise habit that sticks. Of course, wanting to make exercise a habit and actually doing it are two different things. . Living a new type of lifestyle is hard. But there are some strategies that can make it easier to stick with an exercise habit.
Develop a routine to make starting easier.
. That means they are also behaviors that you start over and over again. If you can develop a routine that makes starting your workout mindless and automatic, then it will be much easier to follow through. You can start building your own routine by adding your exercise habit on top of a current habit or by setting a schedule for yourself.
Start with an exercise that is very small.
The best way to make exercise a habit is to start with an exercise that is so easy that you can do it even when you can't get motivated to work out. Struggling to find motivation to go for a run? Just fill up your water bottle and put on your running shoes. . Often, this little start will be enough to get your motivation flowing and help you finish the task.
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The typical approach to diet and exercise is to focus on results first. Most people start with some type of goal. "I want to lose 20 pounds in the next 4 months." Or, "I want to squat (蹲举)50 pounds more six months from now." This is the wrong approach. , not the results that you get.
A. Changing your behavior is difficult
B. Focus on the habit first and the results later
C. Habits are behaviors that you repeat over and over again
D. Never work out while you are running low on willpower
E. That's all you have to do to consider today's workout a success
F. If you don't consistently get started, then you won't have a habit
G. What matters most in the beginning is establishing a new normal that you will stick to
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18、 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。
When you ask people to judge others by their speech, a trend emerges: Listeners dislike disfluency. Slow talkers producing loads of ums and pauses are generally considered as less charming. But science tells us there may be even more to disfluency.
Disfluencies do not occur in arbitrary positions in sentences. Ums typically occur right before more difficult or low-frequency words. Imagine you're having dinner with a friend at a restaurant, and there're three items on the table: a knife, a glass, and a wine decanter (醒酒器). Your friend turns to you and says, "Could you hand me the…um..." What would you assume your friend wants? Since it's unlikely that they will hesitate before such common words as knife, and glass, chances are you'll pick up the decanter and ask, "You mean this?"
This is exactly what we demonstrated through controlled eye-tracking studies in our lab. Apparently, listeners hear the um and predict that an uncommon word is most likely to follow. Such predictions, though, reflect more than just simple association between disfluencies and difficult words; listeners are actively considering from the speaker's point of view. For example, when hearing a non-native speaker say the same sentence but with a thick foreign accent, listeners don't show a preference for looking at low-frequency objects. This is probably because listeners assume non-native speakers may have as much trouble coming up with the English word for a common object, like a knife, as for unusual ones and can't guess their intention.
In another experiment, listeners were presented with an atypical speaker who produced disfluencies before simple words and never before difficult words. Initially, participants displayed the natural predictive strategy: looking at uncommon objects. However, as more time went by, and they gained experience with this atypical distribution of disfluencies, listeners started to demonstrate the contrary predictive behavior: They tended to look at simple objects when hearing the speaker say um.
These findings represent further evidence that the human brain is a prediction machine: We continuously try to predict what will happen next, even though not all disfluencies are created equal.
(1)、What does the underlined word "arbitrary" mean in Paragraph 2?A、Random. B、Leading. C、Obvious. D、Consistent.(2)、What can be inferred from non-native speakers' disfluencies?A、Non-native speakers' accent won't influence listeners' predictions. B、Non-native speakers are good at coming up with unusual English words. C、Non-native speakers' intention in communication is easy to understand. D、Non-native speakers' disfluencies are a little less predictive.(3)、What does the experiment in Paragraph 4 show?A、Simple things are difficult in some cases. B、Listeners can adjust predictions accordingly. C、Distribution of disfluencies is unchangeable. D、Disfluencies in communication can be avoided.(4)、Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A、Pauses Coexist with Prediction B、Active Listeners Simplify Talks C、Disfluency Says More Than You Think D、Brains Are Powerful Prediction Machines -
19、 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。
About ten years ago, logging into Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram would mostly show posts from friends and family in the order they were posted. Today, these platforms present a mix of content, tailored by algorithms (算法) to match users' interests, whether they're plants, sports, cats, or politics.
Kyle Chayka, a writer for The New Yorker, discusses this topic in his book, Filter world. He explains that algorithms analyze user data to predict and influence what they will likely engage with. This means that instead of a simple, chronological (按时间顺序的) feed, users encounter a dynamic stream, constantly adapting to their preferences. Chayka examines how these algorithmic recommendations control what we consume, from music and movies to food and travel destinations. He argues that this machine-driven selection process has turned us into passive consumers, making our preferences and tastes more similar.
Chayka points out that algorithms make us passive by always showing us content that we're unlikely to click away from but won't find too unexpected or challenging. This constant stream of recommendations reduces our exposure to diverse or challenging content, subtly shaping our preferences and behaviors.
Moreover, Chayka points out that algorithms also pressure content creators, like musicians and artists, to tailor their work to fit these digital platforms. For instance, musicians on Spotify or TikTok might focus on creating catchy hooks at the beginning of their songs to grab the listener's attention.
In summary, the change from simple, time-ordered social media posts to algorithm-driven content has a big impact on both the viewers and the creators, influencing what we see, hear, and even think. Chayka's insights highlight the need for greater awareness and potentially more regulation in our increasingly digital world.
(1)、According to the text, how have social media platforms changed in the past ten years?A、They show posts in a time-based order. B、They decide consumers' different needs. C、They make adjustments to satisfy users' needs. D、They present posts from friends and family first.(2)、What does Kyle Chayka think of algorithmic recommendations?A、They make users more active consumers. B、They affect users' preferences and behaviors. C、They reduce the influence of content creators. D、They expose users to diverse and challenging content.(3)、How do algorithms influence content creators?A、By encouraging them to create more works. B、By discouraging them from using catchy hooks. C、By giving them more freedom to produce their works. D、By forcing them to adapt their works to users' interests.(4)、What's the author's attitude to algorithmic recommendations?A、Objective. B、Negative. C、Positive. D、Indifferent. -
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Josefa Marin went to New York from Mexico in 1987, supporting her daughter back home with the $140 a week she earned at a sweater factory. With that small income, she had to collect recyclables, trading in cans for five cents each.
When the clothing factory closed down in the late 2000s, she became a full-time recycler, picking up cans and bottles to make ends meet.
Marin's story is not unique. Millions around the world make a living from picking through waste and reselling it—a vital role that keeps waste manageable. In New York City, the administrative department collects only about 28 percent of the cans that could be recycled. Rubbish collectors keep millions of additional recyclables out of landfills every year.
Yet collectors are ruled out by government policies. The United States Supreme Court in 1988stated that household garbage is public property once it's on the street. That enables police to search rubbish for evidence, but that protection hasn't always been extended to recyclers. And in places like New York City, which is testing city-owned locked containers to hide garbage from rats, containers are made clearly inaccessible for collectors.
"There's value in the waste, and we feel that value should belong to the people, not the city or the corporations", says Ryan Castalia, director of a nonprofit recycling and community center in Brooklyn.
Recognized or not, waste pickers have long been treated with disrespect. Marin recalls an occasion when someone living next to a building where she was collecting cans threw water at her. "It doesn't mean I am less of a person than anyone else because I recycle", she says.
Some governments are starting to realize that protecting the environment and humanity go hand in hand. The United Nation's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, for example, calls for an end to poverty and all the risks it brings.
(1)、Why does the author start the passage with Marin's story?A、To suggest waste collectors' importance. B、To reflect laid-off workers' hardship. C、To praise her devotion to her daughter. D、To show the seriousness of unemployment.(2)、What can we learn about the waste mentioned in Paragraph 4?A、It is always available on the street for collectors. B、It is public property no matter where it is. C、It is actually only accessible for certain groups. D、It is hidden in containers for rats.(3)、What would Marin agree with?A、Business is business. B、No job is noble or humble. C、The early bird catches worms. D、One good turn deserves another.(4)、What's the writing purpose of this passage?A、To argue how important it is to get rid of poverty. B、To call on governments to work hand in hand to protect the environment. C、To prove that unemployed people can make a living by collecting recyclables. D、To tell that environmental protection is closely related to preserving humanity.