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We all know fresh is best when it comes to food. However, most produce at the store went through weeks of travel and covered hundreds of miles before reaching the table. While farmer's markets are a solid choice to reduce the journey, Babylon Micro-Farm (BMF) shortens it even more.
BMF is an indoor garden system. It can be set up for a family. Additionally, it could serve a larger audience such as a hospital, restaurant or school. The innovative design requires little effort to achieve a reliable weekly supply of fresh greens.
Specifically, it's a farm that relies on new technology. By connecting through the Cloud, BMF is remotely monitored. Also, there is a convenient app that provides growing data in real time. Because the system is automated, it significantly reduces the amount of water needed to grow plants. Rather than watering rows of soil, the system provides just the right amount to each plant. After harvest, users simply replace the plants with a new pre-seeded pod (容器) to get the next growth cycle started.
Moreover, having a system in the same building where it's eaten means zero emissions (排放) from transporting plants from soil to salad. In addition, there's no need for pesticides and other chemicals that pollute traditional farms and the surrounding environment.
BMF employees live out sustainability in their everyday lives. About half of them walk or bike to work. Inside the office, they encourage recycling and waste reduction by limiting garbage cans and avoiding single-use plastic. "We are passionate about reducing waste, carbon and chemicals in our environment," said a BMF employee.
(1)、What can be learned about BMF from paragraph 1?A、It guarantees the variety of food. B、It requires day-to-day care. C、It cuts the farm-to-table distance. D、It relies on farmer's markets.(2)、What information does the convenient app offer?A、Real-time weather changes. B、Current condition of the plants. C、Chemical pollutants in the soil. D、Availability of pre-seeded pods.(3)、What can be concluded about BMF employees?A、They have a great passion for sports. B、They are devoted to community service. C、They are fond of sharing daily experiences. D、They have a strong environmental awareness.(4)、What does the text mainly talk about?A、BMF's major strengths. B、BMF's general management. C、BMF's global influence. D、BMF's technical standards. -
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The debate over whether video games should be considered a sport has been ongoing for decades. While some argue that e-sports require skill, there is disagreement over whether they meet the criteria of a traditional sport. According to the dictionary, a sport is a physical activity engaged in for pleasure. While playing video games requires skill and coordination (协调), it lacks the physicality associated with traditional sports. Strategy is also present in board games like chess or card games like solitaire, but these activities are not classified as sports. Similarly, playing a musical instrument requires practice and training, yet it is not considered a sport.
Sports require full-body movements and coordination while video games primarily involve finger and hand movements. Although it is possible to include physical movement while playing, it is not a requirement for success. Many e-sports enthusiasts sit in front of their screens, filling themselves with snacks while controlling the game. This lack of physicality not only sets video games apart from sports but can also have negative effects on health. Unlike traditional sports, which have been shown to improve well-being, excessive video gaming can lead to headaches and anger.
While e-sports and competitive gaming may be comparable to activities like chess in terms of competition, they do not possess the physical effort and health benefits associated with traditional sports. However, as the industry continues to develop, the idea of e-sports is evolving. Studies have highlighted the demanding motor skills and reaction times required in e-sports. Professor Ingo Frobose conducted a study that demonstrated the impressive motor skills of e-sports "athletes", with up to 400 movements per minute on the keyboard and mouse. The strategic aspect of e-sports, including team planning and analysis, is also often ignored. Games such as League of Legends, Dota 2, and Honor of Kings have attracted large audiences and showed the strategic skills of players.
While some argue against the classification of e-sports as real sports, evidence suggests that they possess unique skills and abilities. As the industry grows, the understanding and recognition of e-sports as a reasonable competitive activity are gradually changing.
(1)、Why do some people think of video games not as a sport?A、They lack total physical activity. B、They merely highlight cooperation. C、They have little effects on health. D、They require no strategy or training.(2)、What is a common behavior of e-sports enthusiasts while playing?A、Suffering from bodily pain. B、Performing physical exercises. C、Snacking and playing at the same time. D、Experiencing positive effects on well-being.(3)、Which supports the argument for e-sports as a reasonable competitive activity?A、The benefits on health brought by video gaming. B、The comparison of e-sports to chess and card games. C、The strategic aspect and motor skills involved in e-sports. D、The physical labor and health benefits of playing e-sports.(4)、In which section of a newspaper can this text most probably be found?A、Health. B、Entertainment. C、Education. D、Science. -
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She's dived in Iceland and Indonesia, gone hiking in Africa and climbed Mount Kilimanjaro. So when Cindy Abbott saw a television special on Qomolangma, she knew that would be her next adventure.
Abbott, 51, contacted a coach about how to train for the climb. But five months later, she suddenly lost the vision in her left eye.
Losing her eyesight was another symptom (症状) that doctors could not explain in her 15 years of living with Wegener's granulomatosis, a rare disease that affects one in 30, 000 people. "The blindness was a good thing in a way because I got diagnosed (诊断)," said Abbott, who lives in Orange County, California.
There is no cure for Wegener's granulomatosis. But her diagnosis did not mean the end to her dream of climbing Qomolangma. Instead, Abbott continued her training climbs. She decided to make her Qomolangma climb an awareness and fundraising campaign for Wegener's granulomatosis and other rare diseases.
"We have no drugs that are specific for our diseases," said Abbott. "There's no money in the drug companies to research to make a drug."
Abbott said this adventure is not just about the physical challenges. "When you get up on that mountain it's only about half physical, and the rest mental, because of the suffering, the extreme days, the extreme environment and being away from your family," said Abbott.
"It was just the most amazing feeling," said Abbot in a satellite phone call after reaching the peak. "You look out and know that you're on top of the world."
Making her way down was even more treacherous than reaching the top. Sight problems meant she climbed down the ice wall practically blind. And aside from that, she suffered only some minor injuries and frostbite (冻伤).
Abbott returned to Southern California about a week after reaching the top of Qomolangma. But she won't be home for long. Next up: taking her husband on a diving trip.
(1)、What do we know about Abbott when she was 51?A、She became blind in her left eye suddenly. B、She decided to be a professional adventurer. C、She was fired from her job as a climbing guide. D、She was invited to record a TV program on Qomolangma.(2)、Why did Abbott decide to climb Qomolangma?A、To build friendships with other climbers. B、To draw public attention to rare diseases. C、To realize her husband's childhood dream. D、To did research on Wegener's granulomatosis.(3)、What does the underlined word "treacherous" mean in paragraph 8?A、Exciting. B、Important. C、Boring. D、Dangerous.(4)、Which of the following words can best describe Abbott?A、Brave and honest. B、Humorous and friendly. C、Positive and strong-minded. D、Knowledgeable and nature-loving. -
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Science After Dark
September 26, 6:00 p. m.–9:00 p.m.
Calling all explorers of the night! Ready to make your evenings more interesting with an unforgettable adventure? Experience PacSci's Science After Dark, the ultimate 21+ event that combines science, art, and nightlife in one extraordinary experience!
Exhibits
● Magical Butterflies: Walk through our appealing Butterfly House and get up close with these delicate creatures.
● Art Meets Technology: Release your creativity with interactive exhibits where technology becomes your canvas (画布) of light art.
● Chill in Style: Relax in our brand-new Sensory Lounge, designed to ease your senses.
● Dance with Pixels: Dive into a charming world with Marcell Marias' pop-up light art exhibition.
Activities
● Science Scavenger Hunt: Set out on a hunt to discover hidden "artifacts" and score a free science-themed gift!
● Dance Support: Cooperate with the professionals from The Beacon dance studio.
Are you ready to elevate (提升) your nights? Grab your friends, significant others, or colleagues, and join us for a night where science and fun combine. Don't just read about it, live it!
Tickets
Bringing friends? PacSci is now offering buy two, get the third 50% off ! Tickets on sale soon! Food and drinks are not included in ticket price.
Early-bird tickets
● General Public-$25
● Members-$20
Regular tickets
● General Public-$35
● Members-$30
(1)、What is special about Science After Dark?A、A focus on light art exhibition. B、Detailed studies of biological science. C、Participation in professional dance routines. D、A mix of nightlife and interactive science exhibits.(2)、What can visitors do at Science After Dark?A、Evaluate light art works. B、Observe insects up close. C、Buy science-themed gifts. D、Dance in the Sensory Lounge.(3)、How much will three members pay in total for regular tickets?A、$50. B、$75. C、$87.50. D、$90. -
5、 It was at Baishilong Music Theme Park ____ the old couple met each other for the first time ____ they told me their love story.A、where; that B、that; when C、where; when D、which; that
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6、 The reason ____ she gave for her absence was that she had a headache.A、why B、which C、what D、when
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7、 By about 6000 BC, people ____ the best crops to grow and animals to raise.A、discovered B、have discovered C、had discovered D、have been discovering
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8、 He ____ on this project for months, and it's finally nearing completion.A、works B、has worked C、is working D、has been working
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9、 Henry hates ____ into buying unnecessary stuffs, so he seldom shops offline.A、talked B、talking C、to talk D、being talked
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10、 As we all know, Longji rice terraces ____ back to the Yuan Dynasty.A、date B、dated C、are dating D、have dated
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11、 Mr. White was sitting at the front of the classroom, hands ____ on his knees.A、lay B、laying C、laid D、being laid
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12、 I regret ____ you that the flight you are to board has been delayed.A、telling B、to tell C、being telling D、to have told
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13、 She tried various methods, but in the end, it was a cup of tea that ____ and calmed her down.A、did the trick B、came to life C、set her in motion D、put her on the spot
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14、 I feel in terms of ____, ability and experience, you are absolutely suited to the position.A、assignment B、philosophy C、characteristics D、qualifications
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15、 Researchers are working on new methods to ____ cancer at an early stage.A、generate B、assign C、detect D、suspect
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16、 The ____ dreams of the night seemed almost real when he woke up.A、distant B、vivid C、shiny D、delicate
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17、 She approached the problem ____, coming up with a solution that no one had considered.A、gently B、literally C、practically D、innovatively
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18、 The snowstorm ____ the village, making it look like a winter wonderland.A、seized B、revealed C、blanketed D、impressed
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19、 The price of the house is ____, so we have some room to bargain.A、reasonable B、competitive C、negotiable D、remarkable
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20、 The police are seeking the ____ of the public in solving this crime.A、expectation B、cooperation C、interaction D、application