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Are alien s trying to contact the Earth? Six new mysterious blasts of radio energy are detected from deep space. While the source of the waves remains unknown, some suggest the mysterious bursts of energy could be a sign of alien life trying to contact us. The waves were detected by researchers from McGill University in Montreal.
The detection follows 11 previously recorded fast radio bursts (FRBs) from the same location, called FRB121102. This is the only known repeater of FRBs. Although there have been a number of FRBs from the site, the origin of the radio bursts remains a puzzle to researchers.
But the researchers say that the repeated FRBs imply that whatever is causing the FRBs is not a one-time event, such as an explosion or a collision. Instead, they say that flares(耀斑) from a young neutron star(中子星) are a promising candidate.
Previously when waves have been detected, astronomers have also asked Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) to take a closer look at whether they could be a message from aliens. But it is unclear whether the researchers will ask SETI to help this time.
If there were any intelligent alien life forms out there, in Stephen Hawking's opinion, we were playing a dangerous game by trying to contact them. If alien s discovered the Earth, they would likely want to conquer and colonize our planet.
But the co-founder and former director of the SETI Institute, Jill Tarter, doesn't think this will be the case. She argues any alien s who have managed to travel across the universe may be friendly and peaceful. "The idea of a civilization which has managed to survive far longer than we have... and the fact that the technology remains an aggressive one, to me, doesn't make sense," she said.
(1)、What is the purpose of the question in paragraph 1?A、To draw readers' attention. B、To indicate commonality in astronomy. C、To emphasize the mystery of the source. D、To highlight the discovery's significance.(2)、What is the most likely cause of the FRBs according to the text?A、Messages from aliens. B、The explosion of a star. C、Flares from a ncutron star. D、A collision between two stars.(3)、Which might agree with Stephen Hawking's view?A、We should try to find the aliens. B、The aliens may conquer the Earth. C、We can play games with the aliens. D、The aliens may live with us one day.(4)、What is Jill Tarter's attitude to contact with the aliens?A、Doubtful. B、Critical. C、Indifferent. D、Supportive. -
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From a fish and chip stall, Jenny has come to be the toast of London's foodie scene. She has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming a famous chef, a distinction that has been a dream coming true for her. "It's still sinking in," she said, expressing her surprise at the overwhelming social media response to her accomplishment.
Her restaurant is a unique space where modern West African cuisine takes center stage, highlighting the rich culinary(烹饪的) traditions of Nigeria's Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo ethnic groups. "In my restaurant, I bring together these three culinary traditions, providing an exciting journey for diners," Jenny described. Each dish tells a story, from a black sauce for fish, a postpartum(产后的) meal for new mothers, to a fermented tomato sauce.
Jenny's love for food began at a young age, but she was initially guided towards a more traditional career path. She studied biological sciences in university, where she also ran a fish and chip cart. Her move to the UK in 1999 marked the beginning of her journey towards culinary success.
As for her, her restaurant is not only a restaurant but also Jenny's way of honoring her heritage and the food her grandmother used to prepare. "The memory of my grandmother's cooking inspires me every day," she shared. Jenny's cooking shows heartfelt respect for her roots, and her mission is to showcase the flavors of her culture.
Jenny longs to be a role model for chefs from diverse backgrounds. She recognizes the value of representation and hopes her success can inspire other chefs in the UK. She notes that while the industry is slowly becoming more inclusive, it's crucial for employers, landlords, critics, and investors to expand their perspectives to support a variety of cuisines.
Her fame is a testament(证明) to her talent and dedication, but it's the personal connection to her dishes and the memories of home-cooked meals that truly fuel her passion. Jenny's story is a shining example of how one can achieve their dreams while staying true to their cultural identity.
(1)、What is the character of Jenny's restaurant?A、It serves traditional British cuisine. B、It is famous for postpartum meals only. C、It is managed by a social media influencer. D、It features West African culinary traditions.(2)、What was Jenny's initial step to her career path?A、Being a biological sciences student. B、Being a social media influencer. C、Being a corporate executive. D、Being a professional chef.(3)、What can we infer about Jenny?A、She prioritizes commercial success over culture. B、She aims to westernize traditional Nigerian cuisine. C、She uses her restaurant as a medium for scientific research. D、She integrates her personal history with her professional knowledge.(4)、What does Jenny desire to contribute to the culinary world?A、Celebrity status. B、Culinary revolution. C、Diversity in cooking. D、Profits of her restaurant. -
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Maples are known for their autumn colors. Many species put on a display of oranges, browns, yellows, and reds every year. Here are four excellent species of maple for your landscape.
Bigleaf maple
Native Area: North America
Height: 50 to 100 feet
As the name suggests, the leaves are quite large on this tree. It has the biggest leaves of any maple; the classic palm-shape leaves can be over 12 inches wide. This large tree is an excellent shade tree for large landscapes and parks.
Hedge maple
Native Area: Europe and Asia
Height: 25 to 35 feet
The hedge maple is a great choice for the urban garden, as it does well in many severe environments: drought, salty soils, shady locations, and climates where there is ozone deficiency. It can also be used as a street tree if the power lines are high enough.
Norway maple
Native Area: Europe and Asia
Height: usually 40 to 50 feet
Known either as Norway maple or European maple, this popular species was brought to North America from Europe in the 18th century. It has since become one of the most common trees. In the right settings, this species may become invasive(侵入的), so before planting it, check to make sure it is not a problem in your region.
Hornbeam maple
Native Area: Japan
Height: 15 to 30 feet
Many species of plant within a genus have a similar appearance, but there can be surprises, as is the case with the hornbeam maple. Its leaves are nothing like what. you expect from a maple. This can be a somewhat difficult plant to find for sale, but it can make a good small tree or a large shrub(灌木) in the landscape.
(1)、What might the name of the first maple be based on?A、Its height. B、Its native area. C、The size of its leaves. D、The function it performs.(2)、Which can adapt to various challenging environments?A、The bigleaf maple. B、The hedge maple. C、The norway maple. D、The hornbeam maple.(3)、What can we learn about the hornbeam maple?A、Its leaves look like hands. B、It is larger than other maples. C、It is easy to find for sale at the market. D、Its leaves differ from those of typical maples. -
4、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、Which channel are we listening in?A、Radio 1. B、Radio 2. C、Radio 3.(2)、What is on Radio 2 at 9:00 pm?A、Old People Talking. B、Tommy Brian Show. C、My Favorite Musician.(3)、How did James Farmer travel in the Middle East?A、By bicycle. B、By bus. C、By car.(4)、What kind of channel is Radio 1?A、Life. B、Music. C、Sport.
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5、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、Where is the woman going now?A、To an art museum. B、To a Chinese restaurant. C、To an underground station.(2)、When does the museum probably close?A、About 4:00 pm. B、About 5:00 pm. C、About 6:00 pm.(3)、What does the man think of the Shanghai Restaurant?A、The service there is good. B、The food there is tasty. C、The price there is high.(4)、Which is the best means of transport to the restaurant according to the man?A、The bus. B、The taxi. C、The underground.
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6、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、Why did Mark fail to go to work today?A、He was ill last night. B、He didn't sleep last night. C、His wife gave birth to a baby last night.(2)、What happened to Mark this morning?A、He coughed a lot. B、He felt very sleepy. C、He had an accident on his way to work.(3)、What will the two speakers do tomorrow?A、Have a celebration for Bill. B、Visit Bill's wife in the hospital. C、Hold a farewell party for David.
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7、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、What's the probable relationship between the two speakers?A、Mother and son. B、Customer and operator. C、Father and daughter.(2)、What does the man want on his pizza?A、Ham and pineapple. B、Ham and mushrooms. C、Bee f and mushrooms.
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8、听录音,回答问题。(1)、What is the man doing now?A、Competing on the street. B、Driving on the way. C、Guiding the traffic.(2)、When does the woman's train leave?A、At 8: 03. B、At 8: 13. C、At 8: 30.
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9、 Where will the woman's luggage be checked?A、To Australia. B、To Singapore. C、To Austria.
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10、 Why does the woman suggest relaxing?A、They've finished their work. B、They think that Hamlet is worth seeing. C、They've been studying hard for some time.
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11、 What does the man think the woman ought to do?A、Buy some new clothes. B、Lose another five pounds. C、Be glad about gaining weight.
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12、 When will the man check out?A、Next Monday. B、This Friday. C、This Sunday.
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13、 Which table does Sally like?A、The small and round one. B、The big and square one. C、The small and square one.
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14、假设你是明启中学的王华,你校学生会将举办主题为"What Leads to Success"的英语演讲比赛,请你作为参赛者写一篇演讲稿,内容包括:
1)描述你所认为的成功的因素;
2)请结合自己的经验说明理由。
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15、阅读下面短文和问题,根据短文内容和每小题后的具体要求,在答题卡相应题号后的横线上写下相关信息,完成对该问题的回答。阅读下面短文和问题,根据短文内容和每小题后的具体要求,完成对该问题的回答。
You are watching your favorite TV show when a commercial break starts. First you see an ad for candy. Then there is one for fast food. Your stomach growls. Suddenly, all you can think about is how much you need a snack.
If that sounds familiar, you are not alone. Researchers from McMaster University in Canada studied the effects of junk food ad. The researchers examined the effects of advertising junk food on more than 6000 kids through TV commercials and other types of media. They found that kids made unhealthy food and drink choices as quickly as 30 minutes after seeing the ads.
Food and drink ads are everywhere from TV to the Internet. Companies want to make sure you know about their products. They spend nearly 1.8 billion a year on food ads aimed at kids according to a report.
The Nielsen Company tracked the number of food ads that kids saw in 2015. It found that kids watched nearly 12 food ads on TV each day. Most of these ads weren't for healthy foods. In fact, on average. kids saw only one ad per week for fruits and vegetables. Instead, most of the ads were for fast food, candy and sugary drinks.
Jennifer Harris, a professor at the University of Connecticut, says this is a big part of the problem. "Unhealthy foods are not things we should be encouraging kids to cat more often". Harris says. "But unfortunately those are the products being advertised to them the most".
Health experts say it's OK to treat yourself to a cookie once in a while. But what can you do to keep from having an unhealthy snack every time you see an ad for junk food? Harris says it's important to learn to spot the techniques companies use in their ads, tell their kids what is going on and help kids think about whether these products are good for them.
(1)、What did researchers from MaMaster University find?(2)、What conclusion can you draw from the findings of Nielsen Company?(3)、Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why.To avoid negative impacts of advertisements for unhealthy food, parents should keep their kids from watching these kinds of advertisements.
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16、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,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Squirrels eavesdrop on (窃听) the chatter of songbirds to work out whether the appearance of a predator (食肉动物) is cause for alarm, researchers have found. Animals including squirrels have previously been found to tune in to cries of alarm from other creatures.
But the latest study suggests animals may also keep an ear out for everyday chitchat among other species as a way to assess whether there is trouble afoot.
Writing in the journal Plos One, researchers reported on how they made their discovery by observing 67 grey squirrels as they pottered about (晃悠) different areas in the residential regions of Oberlin.
After 30 seconds of observing a squirrel, researchers played it a recording of the call of a red-tailed hawk, which lasted a couple of seconds — and their behaviour in the next 30 seconds was monitored. The squirrels were then played a three-minute recording of several different species of songbird chattering on a feeder.
The results revealed that in the 30 seconds after hearing the hawk call the squirrels increased the percentage of their time spent "vigilant" (警惕) compared with before the call, while they also looked up more often to scan the environment. Squirrels that were played bird chatter raised their heads less often during the recording and the number of these "lookups" dropped off faster over time.
"Recognition of bird chatter as a sign of safety is likely adaptive, as squirrels that can safely reduce their vigilance level in the presence of bird chatter probably are able to increase foraging (觅食) success," the authors wrote.
The team suggested that with levels of humanmade noise increasing, squirrels may find it harder to eavesdrop on birds, meaning they may have to spend more time being alert and less time foraging.
Dr. Jakob BroJorgensen, coauthor of the study from Oberlin College, said: "The study calls attention to how animals can gather information from their environment by using cues that may at first glance seem irrelevant," he said. "And it makes you wonder how the more and more pervasive (无处不在的) impact of human activities on natural soundscapes may reduce survival of wildlife in ways we haven't thought of."
(1)、What does the new research find about squirrels' eavesdropping?A、It lacks scientific evidence. B、It is more widespread and broader. C、It needs to be further investigated. D、It is contradictory to previous findings.(2)、What is Paragraph 4 mainly about?A、The subject of the experiment. B、The findings of the experiment. C、The process of the experiment. D、The purpose of the experiment.(3)、Why is recognition of bird chatter as a sign of safety important for squirrels?A、They can escape from potential risks. B、It helps them to forage food successfully. C、It is safe for them to play with their mates. D、They can adapt to a new environment quickly.(4)、What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning the research?A、It's possible effects. B、Its appeal to the public. C、Expectations for further study. D、Scientists with new awareness. -
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Work starts early on White Gate Farm in East Lyme, Connecticut. By 7 a. m., farm manager Dan Wood was at the East Lyme Post Office dropping off a box of fresh produce that later in the day would be delivered by mail to Chelsea Gubbins, who lives across town.
White Gate Farm is a member of Farmers Post, a pilot programme that enables smallholder farms across eastern Connecticut to ship fresh produce and other farm products to local households through the United States Postal Service (USPS). Farmers Post takes advantage of a USPS programme called Connect Local that allows small businesses to offer same-day and next-day delivery at a fixed low cost.
Food remains in the fields because either market prices are too low or the cost of the workforce is too high, or because the size and shape of the produce make it unattractive to stores. Each year, around 10 million tons of crops never get harvested, causing about 16% of total US food loss and waste.
"Food that is wasted has a much larger influence than just the loss of the food itself," says Julia Kurnik, senior director of Innovation Start-ups at WWF. "Everything that went into growing it goes out the window as well—the water, the land, and the energy. And as the food breaks down, it produces greenhouse gases. The bad effects amplify greatly."
Besides reducing food waste, selling farm products directly to local customers cuts down on the cross-country shipping of food grown in California or elsewhere. This reduces the so-called food miles that researchers believe cause about 6% of the world's greenhouse gases. Fruits and vegetables, which are often transported out of season and require refrigeration, produce lots of greenhouse gases between farms and people's plates.
Wood understands that Farmers Post can help to end that waste. "Farming is kind of like cooking for a big group." he says. "This is helping us get right on the money, using almost 100% of what we grow and harvest."
(1)、Why was Farmers Post started?A、To provide professional modern farming methods. B、To create more delivery jobs for local people C、To pick up and carry customers to different farms. D、To make the delivery of produce easier and cheaper.(2)、What may cause some US crops to remain unharvested according to the text?A、The limited need for farm products. B、The shortage of workers and harvesting tool. C、Their low value and poor quality. D、Bad weather and road conditions.(3)、What does the underlined word "amplify" mean in Paragraph 4?A、Increase. B、Slow. C、Switch. D、Weaken.(4)、Which of the following is the best title for the text?A、The Food Safety Movement Has Met Some Challenges B、A Farm-to-Table Programme Helps Reduce Food Waste C、Farmers Post Explores Ways to Make High-Quality Products D、Small Farms Play a Leading Role in Serving Communities -
18、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,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Rick Guidotti put aside his career as a fashion photographer to turn his lens (镜头) to people living with genetic, physical and behavioural differences.
He says what changed his perception (看法) of beauty was a chance encounter with an albino (患白化病的) girl. "I was just tired of people telling me who was beautiful. Every season that face would change but I was always told who was beautiful. As an artist, I don't see beauty just on covers of magazines. I see it everywhere. So that was my original intention — that opened my eyes a little wider and wider."
Guidotti has created Positive Exposure, a not-for-profit organization that uses photography and video to transform public perceptions and promote a world where differences are celebrated. Guidotti and Positive Exposure are featured in a new documentary called On Beauty.
One of the women featured in the film is Jayne Waithera. "I never thought I was beautiful because nobody said that to me, but meeting him was my profound moment. I remember that particular day. He took my picture and I felt so good like I felt there's somebody who, like, really loves me and sees me for who I am and who sees me more than my condition."
Guidotti is travelling from city to city to promote On Beauty. He says his tour is not about money; it's about the message. "As I travel from community to community, I'm taking photographs and I'm empowering (给某人……的权力) individuals with a positive sense of who they are. They're seeing beauty in their reflection but I'm also empowering their families and they in turn are empowering their communities as well. All is based on the philosophy of change — how you see, how you change."
(1)、Why did Guidotti change his career?A、The beauty on covers of magazines is not beautiful. B、He wanted to create his own company. C、His comprehension of beauty changed owing to an albino girl. D、He couldn't earn enough money from his former career.(2)、What can we know about Positive Exposure?A、It welcomes differences in the world. B、It brings a lot of money for Guidotti. C、It makes photography more popular. D、It makes the public more beautiful.(3)、What does the author want to tell us by mentioning Jayne in Paragraph 4?A、Jayne's picture was more beautiful than herself. B、Jayne was beautiful indeed. C、Photographs gave Jayne a positive sense of who she was. D、It was unfair that nobody discovered Jayne's beauty.(4)、What does the author mainly intend to tell us in the last paragraph?A、Communities have a great influence on everyone. B、We should travel frequently. C、Your attitude to seeing the world decides your behaviour. D、We should make contributions to our community. -
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The books we read when we're young have a special sort of power, they can inspire us to be brave and resilient! (Marilda by Roald Dahi), take us on thrilling adventures (Divergent by Veronica Roth) and even introduce us to tragedy (悲剧) (The Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson). They're as formative as anything else in our young lives, and sometimes they're the first place we encounter larger-than-life ideas, thinking of the lasting cultural import of To Kill a Mockingbird. In The Magic Words, Cheryl B. Klein, sets out to inform would-be writers on how great novels for young readers work.
The market for YA (young-adult) novels is booming: sales in the children's and YA sector have been neck and neck with those of adult books in recent years, and adult authors including Meg Wolitzer and Carl Hiaasen are getting in on the phenomenon. The Magic Words aims to be a master class. And in the era of promoted self-help sensations like Marie Kondo and Brenie Brown, The Magic Words is of a piece.
Klein deconstructs the seemingly obvious (clear plot-lines, sympathetic characters) to reveal the technical significance of some beloved classics. L. M. Montgomery surely didn't regard Anne of Green Gables as a cash-in endeavor. But for those who want to best-seller writers, Anne is instructive: what's timeless and broadly appealing about Anne—her teenage heart and impulses (冲动) is what to examine. Once you understand that, Klein encourages you to get personal: What makes you ideal to write your story? And what does it mean to the reader?
On the latter question, The Magic Words is more than a handbook. It is also a timely social commentary on the responsibility YA writers have to young adults. They must start with an awareness of their readers—not only their age but also how they might connect with the issues, like bullies or tolerance that the characters face. The narratives we tell young readers can influence how they understand and value the world around them. The magic isn't in the words: it's in how the words come together to reflect and confirm the realities of a diverse young-adult experience.
(1)、What can be learned about the books introduced?A、Divergent even introduce us to tragedy. B、Matilda can take us on thrilling adventures. C、To Kill a Mockingbird has lasting cultural significance. D、The Bridge to Terabithia can inspire us to be brave and resilient.(2)、What is the current situation about YA novels?A、The market or YA novels is shrinking. B、Anne is a master in the field of YA novels. C、Adult authors are getting in the field of YA novels. D、Sales in the YA sector are less than those in the adults'.(3)、According to the last paragraph, what should the would-be writers do?A、Fully understand their readers first. B、Find someone to sponsor their writing. C、Develop a strategy to meet the market. D、Copy the works of historical masters.(4)、What's the purpose of this passage?A、To promote the sales of YA books. B、To introduce a book for the future writers. C、To recommend a new writer. D、To arouse people's interest in reading. -
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Caring 17-year-old, Lauren Schroeder, was inspired to help bring healthy food to needy families in her community. When she was just 14, she volunteered at a local 1 to help fill boxes for people in need with canned and packaged food. She felt something was missing: fresh vegetables. "I thought it would be great to 2 that," Lauren told the Washington Post about her motivation to grow and 3 homegrown produce.
This 4 teen then told her parents of her desire to start a garden on their family farm. Initially, while proud of her daughter's 5 , Lauren's mother, Katie, admitted to some 6 , wondering how much work this would mean.
Coming from a farming family, Lauren had some 7 with agriculture, but she had never tried growing 8 at scale (规模). She 9 plants online, checking the instructions on how to take care of each crop. She then secured a 10 from the National FFA Organization, which supports 11 education, to cover seeds (种子) and gardening supplies.
And importantly, Lauren didn't 12 from hard work. During Iowa's hot and dry summers, she had to 13 her crops for around three hour daily. She also 14 cheeked for harmful insects, and bent down to pick her green bean crop, the most challenging vegetable to harvest in her opinion.
With assistance from her family, Lauren has donated more than 7,000 pounds of homegrown produce in the past two years. She has also won the 15 of her community.
(1)A 、 factory B 、 school C 、 shelter D 、 shop(2)A 、 examine B 、 tolerate C 、 discover D 、 change(3)A 、 donate B 、 promote C 、 purchase D 、 process(4)A 、 honey-mouthed B 、 kind-hearted C 、 good-mannered D 、 open-minded(5)A 、 reputation B 、 hobby C 、 vision D 、 agenda(6)A 、 mistakes B 、 truths C 、 regrets D 、 concerns(7)A 、 familiarity B 、 difficulty C 、 doubt D 、 patience(8)A 、 fruits B 、 vegetables C 、 grains D 、 trees(9)A 、 mentioned B 、 shared C 、 ranked D 、 researched(10)A 、 title B 、 place C 、 fund D 、 plan(11)A 、 agricultural B 、 cultural C 、 environmental D 、 special(12)A 、 fall off B 、 set apart C 、 shy away D 、 go back(13)A 、 gather B 、 water C 、 observe D 、 plant(14)A 、 frequently B 、 impatiently C 、 occasionally D 、 leisurely(15)A 、 interest B 、 admiration C 、 welfare D 、 competition