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1、 语法填空
An associate professor at Beijing Normal University has (expect) gone viral on the popular Chinese video platform Bilibili. The certified account has now amassed nearly 1.5 million followers in matter of days after (upload)the "Introduction to Social Sciences" course.
The unlikely rise fame began when a student shared a simple invitation flyer (hand) out by Chen. The flyer advertised the online course as "free, with no grades, homework, Q&A sessions or exams — just come you want to learn."
Chen's sincere fuss-free approach seemed to resonate. By March 28, over 5,000 people were simultaneously viewing his lectures at peak hours. The most popular video (surpass) 4.2 million views so far.
"My ability is limited, I try to be down-to-earth. Perhaps students are drawn to that," Chen reflected. He revealed spending over 5-6 years preparing the course content before finally recording over 3 months starting on New Year's Day.
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2、语法填空(语篇)
A Japanese professor is sounding the alarm over a strange problem the country could be facing in the distant future wherein, due to a law requiring (marry) couples to use a single surname, everyone will eventually wind up with the last name Sato. The odd demographic (人口统计的) issue (uncover) reportedly by Tohoku University's Hiroshi Yoshida, who was enlisted by a group (look) to change the regulation on surnames. Studying at current statistics, the professor found that there was a 1.0083% increase Satos from 2022 to 2023. Extrapolating (推断) forward using that rate assuming that the law does not change, Yoshida indicated that half the Japanese population will have the surname by 2446 and the entire country will (name) Sato just 85 years later.
"If everyone becomes Sato, we may have to be addressed by our first names or by numbers," the professor said to a Japanese media outlet, "I don't think that would be good world to live in." Conversely, the professor, basing his findings on the results of a poll showing strong support for changing the surname law, concluded that ending the regulation would prevent the proverbial Sato singularity in 2531 as only around eight percent of the population would have the last name by then. It remains to be seen whether Yoshida's research will be cause for (act) among Japanese officials, especially since the issue will take (century) to come to fruition.
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3、语法填空(短文)
Samdrub Kyab, (dress) in his traditional Tibetan robe, has been busy explaining to visitors the embroidered thangka (work) on display at Beihai Park, Beijing. The man his 20s flew all the way from Rangtang county, in the west of the Aba Tibetan and Qiang autonomous prefecture, Southwest China's Sichuan province in late March, (attend) a grand exhibition jointly hosted by the county government and the Beijing Tourism Group that will last until Sunday.
"Some of the thangka works are made of three fabrics, such as silk and satin, most of feature Buddhas, auspicious lotus flowers and landscape scenery," Samdrub Kyab explains.
It's a (demand) craft to create big Buddhist scroll paintings, which were named a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. They can cover entire wall of temples or large ceremonial halls. A medium-sized thangka that is about 60 centimeters in (wide) and length takes Samdrub Kyab nine months to finish.
"Through this event, we hope to let more people understand and appreciate Rangtang, experience the unique charm of local culture," Sun says.
During the exhibition, multiple cultural lectures, demonstrations of intangible cultural heritage skills, and local food promotion activities (host) to enable visitors to have a deeper understanding of what Rangtang has to offer.
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4、语法填空(语篇)
In Hangzhou's central business district stands the Regent International apartment building, once a hotel but now a residential hub for over 20,000 people. This towering structure, (reach) 675 feet into the sky, boasts unique ‘S' shape design. As it can hold up to 30,000 people, it's still one of the (busy) places in the world with a lot of people living close together. Inside the building, people find a community takes care of itself. It has shops and services just like a busy shopping area. From a vast food court serving meals throughout the day swimming pools, barber shops, nail salons, supermarkets, and internet cafes, the building caters to every need, ensuring residents seldom have to leave. (design) by hotel planner Alicia Loo and opened in 2013, the Regent International (become) a popular choice for students and young professionals, including individuals who work in modern Gen Z jobs such as social media influencing. Rental prices range from 1,500 RMB (£167) for smaller apartments to over 4,000 RMB (£445) for larger units with balconies. Despite its (convenience), perceptions of the building vary. Some people think the building is a good example of living (sustainable), but others feel uneasy about it. They compare its huge size to a scary future. Despite this, there are many pictures and talks about the Regent International on social media. This makes people talk about cities should grow and what will happen to shared spaces.
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5、 阅读理解
More American businesses are starting to use artificial intelligence(AI)tools to come up with new ideas and to deal with customers.
Mattel is known for making children's toys. The company recently used an AI image generator (生成器) called DALL-E to come up with ideas for new Hot Wheels toy cars. The used vehicle seller CarMax is using ChatGPT to gather thousands of customer comments. The social media service Snapchat has added a chatbot (聊天机器人) to its messaging service. And Instacart, a delivery service, now uses ChatGPT to answer food questions. Even the Coca-Cola company plans to use AI to help create new marketing content. It has not said exactly how it plans to use the technology. But the move shows that businesses are under pressure to use the tools that many of their employees and customers are already trying on their own.
Some experts warn that businesses should carefully consider possible harms to customers, society, and their own companies before choosing to use AI tools in the workplace. Chaire Leibowicz works at The Partnership on AI, a nonprofit group. The group recently released recommendations for companies producing AI- generated images, audio and other media. "I want people to think deeply before deploying this technology" Leibowicz said. "They should play around. . . but we should also think, what purpose are these tools serving in the first place?"
While text generators like ChatGPT can make the process of writing emails and marketing documents faster and easier, they also appear to present misinformation as fact. And image generators like DALL-E are trained in copying widely available digital art and photography. This has raise copyright(版权)concerns from the creators of those works.
"It is safer to use AI tools as a ‘thought partner' but still people as the creator of final products," said Anna Gressel. She works at the law company Debevoise & Plimpton, which advises businesses on how to use AI.
(1)、Which company made creative products with Al tools' help?A、Instacart B、Matel C、CarMax D、Snapchat(2)、What can we infer from the second paragraph?A、People rely too much on technology in their daily life. B、AI tools are widely used to help businesses grow. C、AI tools have an effect on improving business conditions. D、Customers are more and more connected online.(3)、What does the underlined word "deploying" in paragraph 3 mean?A、presenting confidently B、promoting successfully C、debating publicly D、applying effectively(4)、What can we learn from Anna Gressel's words?A、AI tools should just be humans' assistants. B、The use of AI tools should be forbidden. C、A business should partner with a law company. D、Copyright concerns are unnecessary -
6、 阅读理解
Nenad Sestan was working in his office one afternoon in 2019 when he heard his lab members whispering with excitement over a microscope. He realized something beyond their expectations was happening.
The researchers, at Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut, had found electrical activity in brains taken from dead pigs. With that shocking result, Sestan realized what had started as a side project to find ways to better preserve brain tissue for research had changed into a discovery that could redefine our understanding of life and death.
The excitement soon turned to concern, when the researchers thought they saw widespread, consistent electrical activity which can indicate consciousness. Sestan brought in a neurologist, who determined the readout (信息读出) was actually an error, but the possibility had frightened them.
Sestan kept his cool and immediately did two things: he shut down the experiment and contacted the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), as well as Yale bioethicist (生物伦理学家). Over the next few months, experts discussed the potential ethical effects, such as whether the brains could become conscious and whether physicians needed to reconsider the definition of brain death.
They submitted the work to the "Nature". But before the final paper was published: Sestan met sharp criticism from the press. Some even suggested the researchers were working on immortality (永生), or keeping a room full of living brains in jars. Neither he or his team wanted to discuss the results until the paper was out, but as their inboxes filled with concerns and anger from animal rights activists and futurists (未来主义者), Sestan became depressed. He felt all they could do, however, was to hold off on correcting public misunderstandings until the expert review process ended.
Since the paper was published in April, 2023, the team has been so busy with questions from the media and scientists that it hasn't performed any further experiments. Sestan wants to focus on his original questions and explore how long the brains can be maintained and whether the technology can preserve other organs.
"We want to get outside opinion before we do anything." Sestan says. "When you explore uncharted area, you have to be extremely thoughtful."
(1)、What happened in the lab at Yale School of Medicine in 2019?A、A better method was found to keep brain issue. B、Researchers discovered how to redefine brain death. C、Researchers achieved expected results of the experiment. D、Brains from dead pigs were accidentally discovered alive.(2)、Why did Nenad Sestan stop the experiment?A、He needed assistance with the final paper. B、He discovered a major mistake in the final result. C、He was concerned about the related moral problems. D、He was frightened by the possibility of failure in the future.(3)、What was people's reaction towards Nenad Sestan's experiment?A、Nobody wanted to discuss the final result in advance! B、Some people supported the research on immortality. C、The press was strongly opposed to the experiment. D、The public took a positive attitude towards the experiment.(4)、How could we best describe Wenad Sestan?A、Responsible and reliable. B、Professional and cautious C、Helpful and creative. D、Determined and inspiring.(5)、What does the underlined word "uncharted" in the last paragraph mean?A、Horrible. B、Specific. C、Developed. D、Unknown. -
7、【原创·阅读理解】
Revisiting the legacy of Ping-Pong Diplomacy
(文章来源:Global Times)
The 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the US was commemorated with a gesture that recalled an era of unexpected thawing in China-US relations: the exchange of table tennis teams between the University of Virginia and Peking University. This exchange, mirroring the historic "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" of the early 1970s, serves as a reminder of the unique role that sport, particularly table tennis, has played in bridging the divide between two of the world's major powers.
The original "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" was an event that marked the end of a 22-year estrangement between China and the US. Historical analysis shows that its emergence and subsequent evolution were promoted by many individuals who demonstrated ability, courage and decisiveness during that era. The phrase "the small ball turns the big ball - the earth" encapsulates the monumental impact that this sporting engagement had on global geopolitics. The simple act of table tennis players crossing borders led to a cascade of diplomatic engagements that ultimately rebooted China-US relations, an impact whose ripples are still felt today.
Reflecting on my own experiences as a freshman of English language study, the news of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the US was a watershed moment. The arrival of American teachers on our campus was a tangible manifestation of this newfound openness. Since then, the depth and breadth of the people-to-people exchanges that have unfolded are a testament to the enduring legacy of those early interactions.
Now, the resumption of civil exchanges has seen Chinese scholars, businessmen and entrepreneurs gradually reengage with their American counterparts, and will foster a nuanced understanding of the bilateral relationship. Despite these positive strides, the contemporary landscape of China-US relations is markedly different from the past. The geopolitical dynamics have evolved, and the simplicity of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" as a catalyst for change seems almost quaint in the face of complex modern challenges.
The essence of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" lies in its demonstration of the importance of cross-cultural dialogue. The need for countries to be understood, rather than misunderstood, is universal, and China is no exception. The inevitability of interaction between two culturally and historically distinct major powers underscores the necessity of a diplomatic breakthrough, no matter how unconventional. The exchanges spurred by "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" accelerated the pace of globalization and left an indelible mark on world history and human development.
Today, even as the US identifies China as a competitor, there is an acknowledgment of a new kind of relationship. One of the changes is characterized by broad and deep interpersonal interactions. From the inception of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy," the China-US relationship has transcended traditional diplomatic and economic ties to encompass social and familial dimensions. These layers of connection are now integral to the foreign policy of any third nation.
The term "relationship" in the context of China and the US encompasses not only national interests and strategic considerations but also the exchange of ideas and cultures through interpersonal contact. The rise of China, as a significant Eastern power with a vast population, means that these exchanges have become increasingly critical. The complexity and depth of the China-US relationship make it a pivotal factor in shaping the trajectory of international relations in the 21st century. The current consensus is that coexistence between these two great powers is the norm. However, there is still a divergence in opinions on the modalities of this coexistence. While contemporary "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" may not have the same revolutionary impact as its predecessor, its symbolic value remains significant. "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" serves as a reminder that in the complex web of international relations, simple acts of cultural and sporting exchange can still foster mutual understanding and respect, because this kind of activity is the basis of people-to-people exchanges.
As noted by Hong Zhaohui, a Chinese-American scholar who studied the history of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy," the most profound lesson from this chapter of history is the recognition that people, not merely policy or objects, are the primary drivers of diplomatic relations.
(1)、What was the significance of the exchange of table tennis teams between the University of Virginia and Peking University on the 45th anniversary of China-US diplomatic relations?A、It marked the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the US. B、It symbolized a thaw in China-US relations reminiscent of "Ping-Pong Diplomacy." C、It was a historic event that ended a 22-year estrangement between the two countries. D、It demonstrated the impact of modern sports diplomacy on global geopolitics.(2)、What was the impact of the original "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" on global geopolitics, according to the article?A、It led to the end of a 22-year estrangement between China and the US. B、It resulted in the emergence of many individuals with decisive abilities. C、It accelerated the pace of globalization and left a lasting mark on world history. D、It demonstrated the simplicity of sporting engagements as catalysts for change.(3)、What does the term "relationship" in the context of China and the US encompass, according to the article?A、National interests and strategic considerations. B、Exchange of ideas and cultures through interpersonal contact. C、Economic ties and geopolitical dynamics. D、The complexity of international relations in the 21st century. -
8、 阅读理解
The needs of plus size consumers have long been the elephant in the room of the fashion industry until body positivity and fat acceptance movements promoted the slogan (口号) that large-bodied people are not those who are left behind. This size-inclusive (尺码包容) trend has become so popular that it is influencing mainstream culture. As a result, fashion brands have finally decided to extend their size ranges. In 2022, the plus-size market grew twice as fast as the standard size market in both North America and the UK.
Yet, many consumers say fashion brands broadening their ranges are not truly inclusive. "Inclusive sizing means that all bodies are included in fashion, not just the ones who fit in standard sizes," says Marie Southard Ospina, a UK-based journalist who covers body-image issues. "However, what many designers do right now is pick a number that they think is big enough to include plus sizes and stop. This is even more disrespectful."
Researchers also criticize that some brands are just taking advantage of the trend. "Brands that used to promote so-called perfect bodies in their advertisements are now trying to get in on the trend by adding a few sizes. It doesn't feel like they really care about plus-size people," says Tom Burgess, analyst in fashion industry. "If brands cared about large-bodied consumers, then it wouldn't have taken until now to acknowledge that they exist," he says. "It gives the impression that companies are just trying to gain a share of the market without a real commitment to the community."
The fashion industry must go beyond merely producing clothing in a range of sizes if they hope to succeed with a body -diverse world. The whole industry has to connect on a personal level with consumers. That involves showing shoppers that they are seen, understood and important to brands. "Consumers care about values, and so they want to buy from brands that reflect the values they believe in. Everyone should enjoy the same range of fashion options," says Ludovica Cesareo, professor of marketing at the College of Business in the US.
(1)、What do the underlined words "the elephant in the room" mean in the first paragraph?A、The hot issue that is valued. B、The obvious truth that is ignored. C、The important principle that is recognized. D、The common phenomenon that is criticized.(2)、Why do consumers say fashion brands are not truly inclusive?A、They pick sizes randomly. B、They offer limited plus sizes. C、They treat designers disrespectfully. D、They haven't broadened standard sizes.(3)、For what do researchers mainly criticize some brands?A、Their designs. B、Their quality. C、Their motivations. D、Their advertisements.(4)、What does the last paragraph imply?A、Buyers may deserve fashion that fits their figure. B、Consumers prefer brands with personalized values. C、Brands should catch up with the size-inclusive trend. D、A good brand image is critical in the fashion industry. -
9、 阅读理解
In July 1915, severely tortured by his poor health, James Murray, one of the early editors of the Oxford English Dictionary (OED), defined one final word. After his 36 years' dedication to the dictionary, his hard labour had taken a toll, knowing he would not see the project complete.
The poetic quality of Murray's final days is one of the many memorable tales in The Dictionary People. Beginning in 1857, the OED was a huge crowdsourcing project - "the Wikipedia of the 19th century" - comprising 3, 000 people. The idea was to create a "descriptive" dictionary that tracked words' use and meaning over time, unlike its "prescriptive"18th-century predecessor by Samuel Johnson, which told readers how to say and use words. Volunteers read widely, mailing in examples of how "rare, old-fashioned, new, strange" words were used. What is surprising about this fairly random method is that it worked.
The origin story of Sarah Ogilvie's book is almost as improbable as that of the dictionary itself. Ms Ogilvie, a former scholar who served as an editor for the OED, went into the documents of Oxford University Press and came across an old notebook. It had belonged to Murray and contained the names and details of the dictionary volunteers, most of whom had previously been unknown. The Dictionary People is her work of detective scholarship, bringing the lives behind the names to readers.
Ms Ogilvie's book is full of intriguing stories. The presentation of the book is unconventional, too, taking its structure from the work it describes. There are 26 alphabetical chapters, each celebrating a group of contributors ( memorably, "K" is for "kleptomaniac" people who desire to steal). This is a clever arrangement, though it sometimes means that broader issues emerge only in pieces.
Essentially, this is a story about ordinary people. It is concrete proof of those who, to cite dictionary-helper George Eliot, "lived faithfully a hidden life, and rest in unvisited tombs".(1)、What does the underlined expression "taken a toll" in paragraph 1 mean?A、Paid off. B、Proved in vain. C、Worn out the passion. D、Had a harmful effect.(2)、What can we learn about the Oxford English Dictionary?A、It serves as an example of dictionary editing. B、It provides precise directions for word usage. C、It is a cooperative work of many volunteers. D、It was edited with the help of Samuel Johnson.(3)、What is paragraph 3 mainly about?A、The story behind Sarah Ogilvie's book. B、The detective methods of Sarah Ogilvie. C、Legends of the early OED editors. D、Murray's role in editing the OED.(4)、Where is the text most probably taken from?A、A review of a book. B、A biography of an editor. C、An essay on dictionary editing. D、An introduction to a dictionary. -
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Chinese auto industry hits milestones in 2023, in vivid show of high-quality development
(文章来源:Global Times)
China's vehicle industry reached milestones in 2023, with record production and sales, according to industry data released on Thursday, paving the way for the country to potentially become the world's largest car exporter. The momentous development of China's auto industry is a vivid display of not only the success of China's industrial upgrading, but also the country's vast potential for high-quality development, experts noted. It also offered a powerful rebuttal to narratives of "China economy collapsing" or "China peaking," which are prevalent in the Western world, they said.
China's car output exceeded 30.16 million units in 2023, up 11.6 percent year-on-year, and sales exceeded 30.09 million units, up 12 percent, according to data released by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM). Both output and sales set new records, according to the CAAM. Cui Dongshu, secretary-general of the China Passenger Car Association, said that the record numbers were a milestone for the Chinese auto industry, but more importantly, underscored vast potential. "The total output and sales figures set new records and also represented the new space for development, which has increased our expectations for market growth and the potential for promoting consumption," Cui told the Global Times on Thursday.
Also crucially, China's auto exports hit 4.91 million, up a whopping 58 percent year-on-year, the CAAM data showed. With such robust figures, China is expected to become the world's biggest car exporter. "It took China 55 years to increase the number of automobile exports from one to 1 million. In 2021, they exceeded 2 million, and in 2023, they reached 4.91 million, approaching 5 million," Fu Bingfeng, executive vice president and secretary-general of the CAAM, was quoted by China Media Group as saying.
Since its start in 1953, China's auto industry has achieved one milestone after another. In 1956, China's first domestically made Jiefang truck rolled off the production line, ending the long history of China being unable to make cars. In 2009, output and sales both exceeded 10 million for the first time, surpassing the US to be the world's biggest car producer and seller, a title China has held for 15 years.
Before 2023, Japan was the world's biggest auto exporter, but data during the year showed that China had overtaken Japan to become the world's top car exporter. With an impressive number of 4.91 million in car exports for the full year, many believe that China surpassed Japan in 2023. Li Yong, a senior research fellow at the China Association of International Trade, said that the record production and sales figures also represented a milestone for China's entire manufacturing industry. "The development of the auto industry is a crucial indicator of a country's manufacturing capabilities and its overall strength," Li told the Global Times on Thursday, noting that the rise of China's auto industry is a microcosm of the rise of China's advanced manufacturing industry and its overall national strength. More than just record production and sales numbers, China's auto industry is steadily rising to the top in terms of technologies, particularly in the new-energy vehicle (NEV) industry, experts noted.
In 2023, China exported 1.203 million NEVs, up 77.6 percent year-on-year, according to the CAAM. China became the world's largest source for patents in the area of electric vehicle powertrain batteries in the second quarter of 2023, according to GlobalData, an industry data provider. In September, Chinese NEV makers dominated an auto show in Munich, Germany, drawing global headlines. In the fourth quarter of 2023, Chinese carmaker BYD Co overtook US-based Tesla Inc to become the world's biggest electric carmaker. The rise of the NEV industry is a microcosm of the achievements made in China's upgrade of its vast manufacturing industry, export sector and domestic market - all crucial to China's high-quality development, experts said.
Li said that China's robust NEV sector also propelled the country's pursuit of renewable energies and green development, and supported the upgrade of China's export industry. "NEVs became one of the top 'new three items' of China's exports, with the other two being batteries and solar panels. It also highlighted China's booming digital economy and high-quality development," Li said.
(1)、What milestones did China's vehicle industry achieve in 2023, according to the industry data released on Thursday?A、Record production and sales. B、Becoming the world's largest car producer. C、Overtaking the US as the world's biggest car exporter. D、Achieving breakthroughs in electric vehicle technologies.(2)、What is the significance of China's auto industry reaching milestones in 2023, according to experts?A、It indicates China's decline in industrial upgrading. B、It suggests China's potential for high-quality development. C、It highlights China's struggle with economic collapse. D、It confirms China's decline in the global car market.(3)、What area of China's auto industry showed significant progress in 2023, and how is it considered a microcosm of China's overall achievements?A、Traditional car production; it reflects China's advanced manufacturing industry. B、New-energy vehicle (NEV) industry; it mirrors China's upgrade of its manufacturing industry. C、Car exports; it represents China's booming digital economy. D、Battery manufacturing; it indicates China's high-quality development. -
11、 语法填空
Jia, once known her infectious laughter and emotive performances, took to social media to share her post-transformation look, complete with her trademark dimpled smile. Fans (astonish) by her newfound jawline, with many remarking on her radiant appearance.
, not everyone agrees on Jia's weight loss program. (finish) the filming of the movie, Jia had to increase her weight by 20 kilograms before starting to lose weight in a mere six months.
"Not everyone can manage to shoulder the burden of losing 50 kilograms in just six months," Jiang Chong, a Chongqing-based fitness expert, told the Global Times. "It is not only a physical challenge but also a mental one."
In interviews leading up to the release, Jia stressed the (important) of setting realistic goals when (speak) about her weight-loss journey. Jiang echoed the sentiment, saying (have) reachable goals is vital to keeping a healthy lifestyle.
"To lose weight in a healthy way, it takes a long-term goal consists of several reachable short-term goals. It would be better to work out schedule and stick to it, rather than (blind) trying extreme workload to lose weight."
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12、 语法填空
On Jan 10, YOLO (You Only Live Once) officially announced itself with a poster. YOLO is directed by Jia Ling, and will premiere on the first day of the lunar new year, this year falls on Feb 10. According to Douban, in YOLO, Jia Ling is a girl who's withdrawn from society and closed up her social circle. This changes when she meets a boxing coach (played by Lei Jiayin), and she gets her life back track.
The big story behind this movie is that Jia Ling stepped away from the public eye while (film) it, and recently, a screenshot started making the rounds on Weibo, along with rumors that the 41-year-old actress had lost 110 pounds.
On Jan 10, Jia Ling shared a personal message on Weibo which (speak) to that. "My dear friends," she began. "Haven't seen you in more than a year. Miss you guys much. In the year I've disappeared, I've made a movie (call) YOLO. I shot this movie for an entire year, covering all four seasons. I also (success) lost 110 pounds, and trained to look like a boxer. The night we wrapped filming, I sat alone my bed and ate five packs of chocolate wafers. Looking back, I felt like a tired warrior holding her trophy!"
She explains that she didn't want people to think that YOLO was just a movie about weight loss. It is movie about how kind people find themselves, learn to love themselves. There is a past me and a new me in the movie. I hope you like them both. Lastly, I've been really (hunger) and tired this past year, it's felt like a lifetime."
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13、 语法填空
Actress Jia Ling topped the social media topics on the second consecutive day of the Chinese Lunar New Year as her great weight (lose)of 50 kilograms during the shooting of her movie Yolo triggered heated discussions over healthy lifestyle and allowed some viewers (draw) aspirations from her arduous weight-loss journey.
The (high) anticipated comedy Yolo hit theaters across China on Saturday, the first day of the Lunar New Year. It is now leading the domestic movie box office. According to Douban, "YOLO" (adapt) from the 2014 Japanese movie "100 Yen Love".This movie is comedian-actress-director Jia Ling's sophomore feature, three years after her 2021 directorial debut box-office blockbuster "Hi, Mom" for which she holds the record as the world's highest grossing female movie director.
Topics related Jia's stunning weight loss were dominating Weibo such as "full record of Jia's losing weight journey" and "Jia Ling totally shocked me," as netizens discuss it is time to develop a more balanced habit starting from the Spring Festival.
"Her achievement is quite ( inspire) and deserves a movie ticket," moviegoer Li Qiaoya, regularly visits the gym to lose weight, told the Global Times on Sunday. "I feel (guilt)for eating too much during the Spring Festival already."
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14、 阅读理解
In 1880, fourteen-year-old Matthew Henson loved to hear sailors tell tales of their exciting lives at sea. The travel, the adventure, the danger, and the steady pay were all attractive to young Henson. One day he made up his mind. Baltimore was the nearest large seaport. The next morning he set out on the forty-mile journey to seek work on a sailing ship.
In Baltimore, Henson found a job as a cabin boy on a beautiful ship called the Katie Hinds. For the next five years, Henson sailed around the world. By the time he left the Katie Hinds in 1885, Henson was well educated and had become an excellent seaman.
Unable to find work anywhere else, Henson took a job in a hat shop in Washington, D.C. One day in 1887, a man came in to buy a hat. The man, Lieutenant Robert Peary, asked the owner if he knew anyone with experience at sea. Peary would soon travel to South America for the U.S. government. He needed experienced men to accompany him.
The shop owner knew about his young employee's skills and experience on ocean voyages, so he introduced Peary to Henson. Henson and Peary soon found they had a great deal in common, including their love of the sea.
Using his map-reading and sailing skills, Henson proved himself to be a worthy and intelligent seaman. One day Peary told Henson about his real dream: to be the first man to stand on "the top of the world" at the North Pole. He asked Henson to help him make his dream come true.
Over the next five years, the two explorers made two trips together to the Arctic. However, they were not able to reach the pole either time.
In 1908, Peary and Henson were ready to make their final attempt at reaching the North Pole. Both men were over forty years old. The years of hardship and suffering in the arctic cold had taken their toll on both men. This would be their last chance.
In April 1909, Henson's instruments showed they were standing at the North Pole. Together Henson and Peary planted the American flag in the snow.
In later years, Robert Peary and Henson were greatly honored for their achievement. Today, the two friends and fellow explorers lie in heroes' graves not far apart in the Arlington National Cemetery.
(1)、What can we know about Henson from Paragraph 1?A、He was highly educated. B、He was skilled in sailing. C、He used to travel at sea. D、He was interested in sea exploring.(2)、What does Paragraph 3 mainly state?A、Why Matthew Henson went to the hat shop. B、How Matthew Henson met Robert Peary. C、Why Matthew Henson stopped working on the Katie Hinds. D、How the shop owner knew that Matthew Henson had sea experience.(3)、What does the underlined part mean in Paragraph 7?A、Helped them both. B、Satisfied them both. C、Weakened them both. D、Enlightened them both.(4)、The story between Henson and Peary could best be compared to ____.A、sailors seeking power over others B、fighters exploring an unknown land C、treasure hunters looking for fortunes D、soldiers fighting for their freedom -
15、 阅读理解
Lufinha has crossed the Atlantic Ocean in a small boat powered only by the sun and wind. He used kites to move the boat and solar power to use lights and equipment on the boat. He expects his trip will earn him a Guinness World Record for Fastest Solo Atlantic Crossing by Kite Boat. He also hopes to help people understand the need to protect the oceans.
The kite-powered boat reached top speeds of over 30 kilometers per hour. Lufinha traveled 6,400 kilometers in 25 days. The 38-year-old set out from Cascais, near Lisbon, Portugal on November 3, 2022, and arrived in Martinique on December 20, Lufinha was not at sea for all that time, however. He made a planned stop at the Canary Islands on November 8. But he had to stay longer than planned because of the powerful storm and he remained there until November 30.
Lufinha made the crossing completely alone in a 7.2-meter-long and 5.6-meter-wide trimaran, a boat which has three long, thin parts, with a small room for sleeping and shelter. Lufinha used a hand pump (抽水机) to produce water for drinking and cooking. He said, "I have two such water makers, which I can pump and every hour I can make around four liters of water." The water pump has a special filter (过滤器) to remove salt from the sea water. Lufinha used the water to add to dried food he carried with him on the boat.
He called his trip "a big learning experience". It was a big test of his adaptability. He learned most of all to look at his problems relatively. He had so many problems all of the time, such as kites getting torn and kites exploding (爆炸). And the only way not to suffer was to think, "It could be worse." He said his way of thinking during the difficult crossing helped him get through it hour by hour, day by day, week by week until he finished this Atlantic crossing.(1)、What's one of the purposes of Lufinha's trip?A、To set a new world record. B、To map out a new sailing route. C、To check his boat's performance. D、To collect money for the local charity.(2)、Why did Lufinha stay longer than expected at the Canary Islands?A、His boat broke down halfway. B、He took the wrong sailing direction. C、His water pumps required replacing. D、He was overtaken by terrible weather.(3)、What was Lufinha's biggest gain from the trip?A、He developed his own independence. B、He discovered how to obtain drinkable water. C、He learned to view problems more positively. D、He mastered more advanced sailing techniques.(4)、Which of the following can best describe Lufinha?A、Strict and honest. B、Calm and curious. C、Determined and brave. D、Outgoing and generous. -
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Shenzhou-17 crewed spaceflight mission successfully launched
(文章来源:Global Times)
On the momentous occasion of the 20th anniversary of China's first manned spaceflight the Shenzhou-5, the Shenzhou-17 spacecraft soared into the sky from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China on Thursday morning at 11:14 am.
Sitting atop the Long March-2F Y17 carrier rocket, the spacecraft, carrying taikonauts Tang Hongbo, Tang Shengjie, and Jiang Xinlin, embarked on the journey toward the China Space Station. Following a smooth flight of around 10 minutes , the Shenzhou-17 spacecraft entered its planned orbit, marking a successful launch, according to the official release by the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA.)
The average age of the crew of taikonauts of Shenzhou-17 mission is a markedly young at 39, setting a record for China's manned space history.
The Shenzhou-17 spacecraft is now on its way to the China Space Station, and according to the mission plan, it will carry out a fast rendezvous and docking with the Tianhe space station core module at the front port around 6.5 hours after liftoff.
The Tiangong space station is hours away from staging another a great feat of an in-orbit reunion of six taikonauts, continuing the new norm for the China Space Station with permanent occupation of taikonauts, mission insiders hailed.
The collaboration between the two crew groups will mark a significant step in China's ongoing space exploration endeavors, reinforcing its capability and commitment to long-term space habitation and research, they noted.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of China's first manned spaceflight mission the Shenzhou-5. In the past 20 years, China has carried out 12 such crewed missions including the latest Shenzhou-17 mission, with a perfect success rate.
Since its inaugural flight in 1999, the Long March 2F rocket, the country's first and only manned carrier rocket, has maintained a flawless record.
Through continuous efforts to address weak links and optimize technical conditions, the reliability assessment of Long March 2F rocket has now increased to 0.9896, with a safety assessment value reaching 0.99996. This showcases the rigorous enhancements and technical advancements that have been implemented to ensure the rocket's reliability and safety over the years, the rocket developer the state-owned China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT) told the Global Times on Thursday.
Currently, the "one-launch-one-standby" launch process of the Long March 2F rocket has been compressed from 49 days during the initial construction phase of the space station to 35 days. Now, efforts are underway to further optimize and improve the process aiming for a 30-day target, to better meet the demands of the space station's application and development phase, developers said.
According to them, in the coming years, the Long March 2F rocket is set to continue its high-frequency launch schedule with two launches per year. It will play a crucial role in the operation of China's space station, demonstrating its pivotal role in supporting the country's ambitious space exploration and operation endeavors.
The Shenzhou-17 crewed flight mission, the 30th flight mission since the establishment of China's manned space program in 1992, has some crucial objectives.
The mission's primary goal includes completing the in-orbit crew rotation with the Shenzhou-16 trio, before they carry on to conduct an approximate six-month stay in space until April 2024.
During this period, the crew will engage in on-orbit trials of space science and application payloads, conduct extravehicular activities, commonly known as spacewalks, and perform payload extravehicular operations, which according to the CMSA, will also involve the installation of extravehicular payloads and maintenance tasks on the space station.
Moreover, the mission will continually evaluate the functional performance of the space station assembly, accumulating precious data and experience regarding space station operations. This initiative aims to assess the coordination and compatibility of the ground support center in managing space station operational tasks, thereby enriching the operational efficiency and troubleshooting capabilities of the space station, the CMSA said.
A significant highlight of the Shenzhou-17 mission is the pioneering experimental extravehicular repair operations to be undertaken on the space station, which will be a historic first.
Also, the Shenzhou-17 mission will carry a significant "Space Protein Molecular Assembly and Application Research" project, the Global Times learned from the space application system personnel on Thursday.
Aiming to advance humanity's health, the project encompasses 29 samples across five categories: proteins, polypeptides, nucleic acids, biological materials, and pharmaceutical materials. Samples include insulin, cancer treatment protein complexes, nano-hydroxyapatite/collagen polypeptide, and lysozyme, which were transferred to the launch tower about eight hours before launch, and placed inside the Shenzhou spacecraft to be launched into space, Cang Huaixing, a research fellow with the Center for Space Application Engineering and Technology, under the Chinese Academy of Sciences, told the Global Times.
(1)、What do we know from the article?A、There were six members in this flight mission team. B、The launch base was located in Wenchang City. C、The age of the astronauts this time was older than before. D、Shenzhou 17 entered orbit after running for 6.5 hours.(2)、What was the main mission of Shenzhou Seventeen?A、Stay in space for over half a year. B、Rotate with members of Shenzhou Sixteen. C、Walk away from the space station. D、Repair the International Space Station.(3)、What was CMSA's attitude towards this launch?A、Subjective. B、Anxious. C、Objective. D、Indifferent. -
17、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。
Rudi Gonsalves could barely contain his excitement as he sped downhill. It was the first day of his holiday in the Romanian ski resort of Poiana Brasov and he was 6,000 feet up one of its highest mountains, breathing in the cleanest air.
Weather and snow conditions were perfect. An experienced skier, he tackled the difficult "black" run with ease, knees gently bent to meet the uneven surface of the snow.
Rudi, a part-time youth worker from Epsom Downs, Surrey, regularly booked a winter holiday with his wife Sue. But Sue was scared of heights and could not overcome her sense of foreboding as the skiing season approached.
So this time Rudi, a keen sportsman and fit for his 57 years, had come alone.
As he snaked his way down the mountain on that March afternoon last year, snowflakes began to fall—lightly at first, then more heavily until the clouds blotted out the sun entirely, transforming everything into a ghostly whiteness.
He could just make out other skiers descending the slopes as fast as they could. I'd better stay close to them for safety, he decided. This could be tricky.
Straining to see ahead, Rudi was only vaguely aware of a looming outline lumbering up the mountain.
"Did anyone see me fall? Where am I?"
He looked around him, trying to get his bearings, but in every direction there was only the same vast whiteness.
Then he took out his gold watch, a treasured present from his wife. It not only told him the time, 1.54pm, it also seemed to give him strength.
It was getting dark when Rudi finally gave up his attempt to scale the mountain and decided to head downhill instead. He knew it would mean moving away from the best route back to his hotel, but there seemed to be no alternative.
Despair began to dog Rudi as he faced up to the reality of spending a night in the open. It was 5.30 pm and the temperature was dropping fast. He began to shiver, his teeth chattering uncontrollably. He felt very alone.
1. 续写词数应为150个左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
After three hours he was very tired, colder than he had ever felt.
He was barely aware of two horses drawing a wagon along the lane towards him.
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18、假定你是学生会主席李华,你校计划定于6月 10 日在体育馆举办高三毕业典礼,请写封邮件邀请你校外教 David 参加,内容包括:
1.典礼时间与地点;
2.典礼内容;
3.期待回复。
注意:
1.词数80 左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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19、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。
Chinese Loong Year, also known as the Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is a vibrant and festive celebration (mark) the beginning of the lunar calendar. This annual event is deeply (root) in Chinese culture, symbolizing renewal, family reunions, and guiding in of good fortune.
The festivities typically span 15 days, colorful parades, dragon and lion dances, and dazzling fireworks shining the streets. Families come together for plentiful feasts, exchanging gifts, and paying (respect) to ancestors. The air is filled with the sounds of joyous laughter and traditional music.
One of the (much) iconic features of Chinese New Year is the red decorations brightening homes and streets. Red symbolizes good luck and (prosper) in Chinese culture. People also participate in the tradition of giving and receiving red envelopes containing lucky money, known as "hongbao," as gesture of good wish and well-being.
As the Year of the Dragon, Loong Year is particularly auspicious, believed to bring strength, vitality, and success. People across the globe join in the festivities, creating a sense of unity and (share) celebration.
Chinese Loong Year is a time-honored tradition that (exceed) borders emphasizing the importance of family, cultural heritage, the hopeful anticipation of a prosperous year ahead.
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20、阅读下面短文,从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Recently, video clips of Zhang Jianna, a sanitation (环卫) worker, directing foreigners have gone viral online. Her 1 English and confident 2 in the clips have deeply impressed the viewers, 3 curiosity about how an ordinary-looking sanitation worker 4 such impressive English skills.
Behind the sensation 5 a decade-long journey of persistence. In 2012, Zhang Jianna took on the role of a sanitation worker in the embassy area of Sanlitun in Beijing's Chaoyang district. A special 6 while working has motivated Zhang to learn English by herself, a pursuit she continues with determination to this day.
"My goal is quite simple. I just want to help whenever someone is in need, whether asking for directions, inquiring about visa 7 , or telling them about the embassy area I am responsible for," said Zhang.
Thus, at the age of 40, Zhang has embarked on a personal 8 . Without a tutor, she began learning English from her children's textbooks, starting with basic words and phrases commonly used for giving 9 .
With no fixed study hours, she utilized every 10 moment. While others rested, she memorized vocabulary and practiced speaking. Upon arriving home after work, she would write down new knowledge points and 11 them until she thoroughly understood them. Over the years, she filled over a dozen notebooks with her notes. Her 12 posed her biggest challenge. "13 is key to learning English. Learn step by step, learn every day," Zhang said.
When asked about the greatest 14 of learning English, Zhang emphasizes self-confidence. "Growing up in a rural area without a college education, I sometimes feared being looked down upon. But every time I help a 15 in English, I feel incredibly accomplished."
(1)A 、 self-taught B 、 fluent C 、 acceptable D 、 broken(2)A 、 portrayal B 、 figure C 、 feature D 、 accent(3)A 、 A fueling B 、 arising C 、 enriched D 、 fulfilled(4)A 、 applied B 、 defeated C 、 recognized D 、 acquired(5)A 、 set B 、 lies C 、 finds D 、 posed(6)A 、 treat B 、 experiment C 、 encounter D 、 substance(7)A 、 cards B 、 procedures C 、 adaptation D 、 exchange(8)A 、 track B 、 schedule C 、 journey D 、 challenge(9)A 、 directions B 、 permission C 、 performance D 、 interpretation(10)A 、 dieting B 、 exercising C 、 spare D 、 overwork(11)A 、 distinguish B 、 calculate C 、 consult D 、 review(12)A 、 memory B 、 strategies C 、 health D 、 loneliness(13)A 、 Ambition B 、 Perseverance C 、 Recitation D 、 Encouragement(14)A 、 struggle B 、 motivation C 、 attraction D 、 reward(15)A 、 boaster B 、 homelessness C 、 passer-by D 、 sick