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1、阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Floods can come from multiple sources. It can be a hurricane, failed dam, or overflowing river. The disasters can move quickly. It's important to know how to keep your family and belongings safe during such an event. Full preparation can put you at ease for its coming.
A flood is simply an event where water overflows a natural area and covers normally dry places. In general, there are two types. The soil in these areas can't absorb a lot of moisture. The water then rapidly runs off the surface resulting in a torrent (激流) of rapidly moving water. River flooding is when a river overflows its banks due to excessive (过分的) water and the situation can get worse if barriers such as a dam or levee (防洪堤) break as well.
A flood can be caused by many things. Living next to a river, dam, on the coast, or in a low-lying area puts you at risk for flooding.
There is no specific flood season. Any time there is a large amount of rain in a short period, flooding can occur. Man-made and natural disasters can also cause flooding outside of those months. For example, the collapse of a dam can cause a flood. A natural disaster, such as a tsunami, can also cause flooding on a massive scale.
. Using existing maps and examining low-lying areas can determine high risk areas for flooding. Moreover, flood warnings are sent out to areas that could experience flooding when there is a large amount of rainfall over a short time.
A. The rising river threatens people's lives.
B. Floods can be preventable and predictable.
C. Flash floods are more common in dry areas.
D. And sometimes they come with little warning.
E. The weather forecast accurately predicts all disasters.
F. They include severe weather, geography, and other man-made factors.
G. Generally, the period from spring to fall is considered a heightened risk for floods.
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2、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Deepfake: synthetic (合成的) media, including images, videos, and audio, is generated by Al technology to show something that does not exist or events that have never occurred.
Examples of deepfakes have been widely spread, including a video of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg giving a speech about his company's plan, and a video of Elon Musk dancing and talking about the power of dreams, etc.
It's easy for AI to produce such deepfakes using two different deep-learning algorithms (算法): one that creates the best possible clone based on a real image or video and another that detects whether the copy is fake (伪造的) and, if it is, reports on the differences between it and the original. The first algorithm produces a synthetic image and receives feedback on it from the second algorithm and then adjusts it to make it appear more real; the loop is repeated as many times as it takes until the second algorithm does not detect any false imagery.
Deepfakers often have evil motives, including creating misinformation and generating confusion. They tend to demean, terrify, and annoy, and have targeted not only celebrities but ordinary citizens as well.
Most of the academic research surrounding deepfakes focuses on the detection of huge amount of deepfake videos emerging online. One detection approach is to use algorithms to identify inconsistencies in deepfake videos. For example, an automatic system can examine videos for errors such as irregular blinking patterns of lighting. However, these approaches have been criticized because deepfake detection is characterized by a "moving goal post" where the production of deepfakes is changing and improving while detection tools are always on the way of catching them up.
However, education and medicine are two of the fields that may benefit from deepfake technology. In the classroom, historical speeches could be deepfaked to offer immersive and engaging lessons. In health care, it can improve the accuracy with which tumors (肿瘤) are spotted, making them easier to treat. Its use also permits using synthesized data instead of that from real patients to avoid privacy concerns.
(1)、How does AI create a deepfake video according to the passage?A、By copying and combining the fake images. B、By constantly teaching itself to perfect the output. C、By acquiring feedback from multiple sources. D、By repeatedly generating realistic images from scratch.(2)、 What is the challenge of detecting deepfake videos?A、Ever-evolving deepfake techniques. B、Insufficient academic basis on detection solutions. C、A massive number of false videos online. D、Limited availability of detection tools.(3)、 What is the author's attitude toward deepfake?A、Supportive. B、Critical. C、Objective. D、Unconcerned.(4)、 What is probably the best title for the passage?A、Potential threats: AI's new playground B、Deepfake: Human's another helping hand C、Artificial Intelligence: A piece of fake D、Detecting deepfake: An ongoing battle -
3、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
How long does it take you to make a cup of tea? Forty seconds, if you press the tea bag against the side of the mug. I'm not judging—that was me until recently, and we are not alone. Only 4% of people in the UK make their tea from leaves, and it seems the rest of us are missing out.
I've dipped in and out of tea over the years, and have never taken it quite as seriously as coffee, but this long holiday seems as good a time as any to up my game. Previously, I'd been put off by the complexity of the process, but it turns out that a proper cup of tea from leaves doesn't have to require a whole lot of tools. The game-changer for me was tea-ière, which is a bit like a cafetiere (咖啡壶).
So, where to start our new adventure? The obvious answer, particularly this New Year weekend, is China, which is to tea what France is to wine. The country produces every imaginable style, from delicate green tea to refreshing jasmine tea. If you're used to black tea, it's probably best to begin with the rich oolong. And if you're already into tea, prepare yourself for the mind-blowing puerh, which, according to my note, tastes of forest floor with a slight smell of shoe repair shop, and which, you'll be relieved to hear, is a lot nicer than it sounds.
It's worth taking the trouble to get the basics right: the amount of tea, the quantity and temperature of the water, the ideal infusion (浸泡) time and, above all, pouring every last drop of tea from the pot.
And if none of these will drag you away from tea bags, try loose tea leaves at least once infused for two to three minutes and see if you notice a difference. Watching those leaves magically spread out and thinking about what you are drinking is strangely comforting in a bitter winter.
(1)、What can we know about tea drinking in the UK?A、British people take tea less seriously than coffee. B、Most people prefer tea bags to loose tea leaves. C、It takes 40 seconds to prepare a tea bag. D、One might be judged if not using tea bags.(2)、What did the author discover about drinking tea from leaves?A、It takes more effort than drinking coffee. B、It turns out to be tool-free. C、It's fun and entertaining. D、It's easier than anticipated.(3)、How does the author present his idea in paragraph 3?A、By analyzing figures. B、By presenting options. C、By drawing conclusions. D、By describing experiences.(4)、 What could be the most suitable title for the passage?A、Why Not Go For Chinese Tea? B、How To Pick The Right Tea? C、Loose Tea Leaves, Or Tea Bags? D、Fancy A Better Way Of Drinking Tea? -
4、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。
An ordinary day in 2008, first grade teacher Alvin Irby stopped by a Bronx barbershop after school for a haircut. Before long, one of his students came in.
"He is getting antsy; he's kind of looking bored," Irby recalled. "I'm looking at this student (thinking), ‘He should be practicing his reading.' But I didn't have a book." That moment stayed with Irby, and five years later he started Barbershop Books. Since 2013, the nonprofit has brought more than 50,000 free children's books to more than 200 barbershops in mainly Black neighborhoods across the country.
According to Irby, they are putting books in a male-centered space. "Less than 2% of teachers are Black males and many Black boys are raised by single moms. Black boys don't see Black men reading." So, Irby involves the barbers in his mission—training them to engage boys about reading.
"We want them to encourage kids to use the reading spaces," he said. "Then they can talk to them about how they like reading, how funny a book was, or tell them about another book another kid was reading." Irby believes that talking about books with a Black man can be powerful for the boys he serves. "Our goal is not to turn barbers into tutors," he said. "This is an opportunity to provide boys with male role models."
Denny Moe was the first barber to work with Irby. Moe had previously offered video games at his Harlem shop, to bring in extra income, but he was willing to forego that to help the community. "I decided to pay it forward by getting rid of the video games, putting books in here, just to get the kids' minds going," he said. "You want to make an impact."
And that's what keeps Irby motivated. "I'm just excited that we get to create a safe space for boys to do something that's really life changing," he said. "That's what I really believe reading is. It unlocks potential."
(1)、What inspired Irby to launch the project Barbershop Books?A、His encounter with his student in the barber's. B、His childhood experience in his neighborhood. C、His bad impression on Black men. D、Barbers' enthusiasm and generosity.(2)、 What does Irby intend the barbers to do in the project?A、To collect books for Black boys. B、To set a good example as a behaved citizen. C、To help Black boys comprehend books. D、To draw Black boys to reading.(3)、 What does the underlined word "forego" in paragraph 5 probably mean?A、Give up. B、Build up. C、Give away. D、Open up.(4)、What has contributed to the success of the project?A、Black boys' increased interest in reading. B、New policies concerning barbers' shops. C、Irby's firm belief in the power of reading. D、Effective cooperation between Irby and Denny Moe. -
5、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。
Artificial intelligence is a complex computer science concept. The following are several examples of artificial intelligence.
1. Olly
An artificial intelligence assistant named Olly, is more advanced and developed than Siri and Alexa. It is integrated with deep learning and natural language processing features. This technology is said to be quite helpful for people living alone or going through sadness. It can copy the reactions of a friend or companion.
2. Pathai
Pathai is a strong example of artificial intelligence that helps pathologists (病理学家) follow the test reports more conveniently. This can help save hundreds of lives by correctly diagnosing and determining the underlying diseases. This interference of AI in the healthcare department has proven to be fruitful for the patients and time-saving for the pathologists.
3. Drone
You must have heard the word drone, but AI-based drones are one step advanced from your typical drones. These aerial devices are used for many different reasons. The use of drones has proven to be very beneficial in the military and surveillance sector (监管部门) but it has also started to benefit the average consumer, saving time and relieving traffic jams.
4. GPS
GPS is a necessity nowadays. It not only helps to reach far places and areas but also assists in the way. Its artificial intelligence predicts the estimated time of reaching a destination by analyzing traffic situations in real-time. GPS also gathers data from thousands of cars and predicts the best route for every car.
(1)、Which of the following benefits people feeling depressed the most?A、Olly. B、Pathai. C、Drone. D、GPS.(2)、What do Drone and GPS have in common?A、They are necessities in daily life. B、They contribute to smooth traffic. C、They rely on the responses of their owners. D、They are mainly employed by governments.(3)、Which section of a newspaper is the passage possibly taken from?A、All About Health. B、Self-driving Adventures. C、The Theories Explained. D、Game-changing Innovations. -
6、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is the purpose of the speaker?A、To forecast the weather. B、To keep people informed. C、To make an advertisement.(2)、 What causes flights to South America risky?A、A terrible storm. B、Heavy air traffic. C、Mechanical problems.(3)、 What will the air companies do for passengers if the flights are canceled?A、Allow them to change flight routes. B、Offer them free hotels. C、Return all their money.(4)、 Which place is included in the no-go list?A、Cairo. B、Panama. C、Buenos Aires.
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7、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、 Where does Molly come from?A、Singapore. B、Canada. C、Japan.(2)、 When did Molly begin to ski?A、At age four. B、At age seven. C、At age thirteen.(3)、What made Molly decide to be a skier?A、Her love for snow. B、Her mom's choice. C、Her friend's support.
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8、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、How does the woman look to the man?A、Anxious. B、Excited. C、Confused.(2)、 How did the woman get to know about the news?A、From TV. B、From the radio. C、From the newspaper.(3)、What does the woman ask the man to do?A、Look for Lucky. B、Pick Lucky up everyday. C、Teach Lucky self-protection.
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9、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What did David ask his colleagues to do?A、Attend the afternoon meeting. B、Arrive at the restaurant by 7:00 p.m. C、Leave early to avoid busy traffic.(2)、Why is the man unable to ensure his arrival time?A、He has to pick up Mr. Smith. B、He has to prepare for a meeting. C、He has to deliver some packages.(3)、What does Monica suggest the man do?A、Give David a call. B、Skip the gathering. C、Take public transportation.
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10、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、 What is Wall Street Bears?A、A novel. B、A movie. C、A television drama.(2)、 When will the speakers go to the movie festival?A、On Saturday. B、On Sunday. C、On Monday.
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11、 Where does the conversation probably take place?A、In a hotel. B、In a company. C、In a cafeteria.
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12、 What can we learn about the man?A、He works as a gardener. B、He is too busy at work to play. C、He prefers sports to gardening.
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13、 What does the woman do?A、A receptionist. B、A teacher. C、An architect.
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14、 What will the woman do next?A、Have a nice lunch. B、Listen to a concert. C、Find a restaurant.
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15、 Where will the woman take a left?A、At the supermarket. B、On Harris Street. C、At the traffic light.
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16、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。
A golden haze settled over the cornfields. The sun prepared to rest for the evening, and I intended to follow. Saying goodbye to the clan (宗族) I was staying with, I headed back to camp. I looked forward to setting my camera aside for an evening to reflect on my time in Ethiopia.
It wasn't long when I heard a voice behind me, "Photo, photo, photo." A young Surma boy about eight years old followed closely at my heels. I breathed a tired sigh. I had no energy to press the shutter button one more time, no matter how beautiful or eager he was.
Over the past four days, many in the camp had wanted their photograph taken. I hoped the boy would find someone else to snap his photograph, but he kept following me and saying, "Photo, photo, photo." He managed to catch my eye. With eyes wide full of hope, he asked me again with anticipation on his face.
As I looked at him, half interested, an idea for a composition flashed in my mind.
I kneeled in the cornfield and instructed the boy where to stand and how to pose. As I prepared to take the photograph, his energy suddenly shifted from eagerness to shyness to fear.
No matter what I told him to do—how to stand and how to look—I just couldn't get the shot. Frustrated, I gave up. I looked at the boy, who looked alone and awkward. He'd wanted his photograph taken, and now he'd gone camera-shy.
In an effort to cheer him, I clapped my hands, saying, "That was great. You were great." Others in his clan gathered around, cheering and clapping loudly. The boy's face immediately broke into a smile. I intuitively (凭直觉地) took a few shots of the moment. That photograph turned out to be better than I'd imagined.
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。
I printed a large copy of the photograph and returned to the Surma boy's clan.
As I left Ethiopia, I held onto the memory of the Surma boy's joyous tears and the collective hope of his clan.
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17、假定你是李华,你是你班春季运动会负责人,你想邀请你的交换生同Jason参加4×100米接力赛(4×100m relay)。请你给他写一封电子邮件,内容包括:
1.运动会情况介绍;
2.发出邀请;
3.期待回复。
注意:
1.写作词数应为 80左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Jason,
How are you doing?
Yours,
Li Hua
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18、短文填空
This Is Life, a documentary film, is set to grace the nation's big screens on Jan. 13.The film features more than 800 short videos (shoot) by 509 ordinary people from all (walk) of life, especially manual laborers and farmers. The videos (select) by the production crew over the course of a year from total of more than 50,000 video clips (片段).
By gathering the short video footage, the film engages ordinary people in its creation and presents their authentic life experience, (allow) those who are often inadequately represented in mainstream cinemas to take center stage.
According to the film's director Sun Hong, by gathering, selecting compiling (编辑) video clips from a vast database, the film presents how people record their own lives, which possesses a power of authenticity even (great) than traditional documentaries.
In the film, the audience will see construction workers working out on the construction site during their spare time, fishermen talking to their cormorants and teasing their greediness for fish, or boatmen celebrating a rare day they could use tap water.
"It is our creative effort, as documentary filmmakers, (present) an authentic facet of China, highlighting how each individual establishes themselves in a (rapid) developing society," says Sun.
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19、完形填空
A sheep in Scotland, known as the "loneliest sheep", was stuck at the bottom of a cliff for over two years. A group of farmers made it their 1 to rescue the sheep. The sheep was first 2 in 2021 by a kayaker (皮划艇运动员) and had been unable to move from that 3 since then. Local agencies were 4 but said the sheep was not in danger and could not be rescued. One of the farmers, Wilson, named the sheep Fiona and provided 5 about her on his social media account.
Wilson explained that it was too 6 to attempt a rescue earlier due to the dangerous location of the sheep. He expressed concerns about the safety of the rescuers and the difficulty of 7 the sheep by boat or with a dog. However, after careful 8 , Wilson and four other men successfully rescued Fiona using heavy 9 and a winch (绞车). They 10 brought her to the slope of the cliff.
The Scottish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was present to 11 the welfare of the sheep. They confirmed that Fiona was in good 12 but needed her wool to be sheared (剪). The ownership of the sheep was transferred to the 13 group of farmers.
Wilson 14 the risks involved in the rescue and expressed gratitude for the successful 15 .
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How To Spend The Holidays Productively?
To get the most out of your holidays, you can make a calendar of the things you need to do and schedule in time for a mixture of fun activities and productive tasks.
Create a calendar of everything you want to do over the holidays.If you want to keep yourself on a regular schedule over your holiday break, making a calendar can help you stay organized. Then, work everything else around those events.
Spend time learning or improving a skill, a craft, or a hobby.If you have a lot of free time over the holidays, try using that time to learn something new. Or you might try learning to play a new song if you play the guitar. You can also try something totally new, like cross-stitching, building a model car, or brewing beer.
. The hustle (忙碌) of the holidays can sometimes be stressful, and there are usually a lot of tasty treats to tempt you into eating unhealthily. Luckily, you can help counteract both of these things by spending about 30 minutes a day exercising. For instance, you might go for a jog on a track, try some light aerobic exercise, or do weight training.
Volunteer to help out in your community. Most communities have a year-round need for volunteers, although you may find that there are more opportunities around the holiday season, when many organizations run extra clothing and food drives.
Create a plan for the year ahead. As the year draws to a close, take a little time to think about your year ahead. .
A. Exercise each day to stay healthy and relieve stress.
B. Start by filling in the most important things you need to do.
C. Set aside time for any work or schoolwork you need to get done.
D. You might practice a new drawing technique if you love art, for instance.
E. Look online or reach out to nonprofits in your area to find out how you can help.
F. Spend your holiday break building contacts by looking up networking events near you.
G. By setting clear, achievable goals to accomplish, you'll stay focused throughout the year.