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2023-2024高一上学期期中试卷 第二部分 阅读（共两节 , 满分 50分） 第一节（共 15小题;每小题2. 5分, 满分37. 5分） 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。 A Like it or not, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is starting to influence your life. Machines that have learned how to perform a task-or a huge range of tasks-better than humans are proving to be an invaluable resource. Join our speakers on a journey through the fascinating world of AI and give your own intelligence and instant upgrade. Speakers: Michael Veale. Lecturer in digital rights and regulation at University College London Nello Cristianini. Professor of Artificial Intelligence at the University of Bristol Lydia Nicholls. Researcher and writer Helmut Hauser. Senior Lecturer in Robotics at the University of Bristol Aleksandra Berditchevskaia. Nesta Senior Researcher at the Center for Collective Intelligence Benefits of attending: Become an expert one day Open your mind, be inspired What's included in your ticket: In depth talks from leading AI researchers Ask-an-expert Question Time session Sandwich lunch, plus morning and afternoon refreshments Exclusive Instant Expert certificate Exclusive New Scientist subscription deal Book information: The event will be held in the Knowledge Center Auditorium. the British Library Doors will be open at 9:15 am, with talks starting at 10 am as sharp. The event will finish at 5pm. The schedule/exact running order for the day will be confirmed closed to the event. and will be emailed to all ticket holders. Should you require details about disabled access. please contact us at: live@newscientist. com. Tickets: Early bird: Save £20 Standard ticket: £149 Student ticket: £ 99-Limited Availability 21. The attraction of the event lies in the fact that it _________________. A. Provides three hot meals B. gifts one copy of Lydia Nicholls' book C. gives magazine subscribers free services D. arranges particular interaction with experts 22. How much should a farther pay if he buys tickets for himself and his 15-year-old daugh