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阅读理解A
Special Food Places to Try in Singapore
Many local food spots mainly serve meat-eaters, making it challenging to find enjoyable options for those following a meat-free diet. However, Singapore does have a variety of places that prove you don’t need meat to enjoy a satisfying meal.
1. Who is the passage intended for?
A. Those interested in fast-food meals.
B. Those looking for high-protein diets.
C Those preferring traditional meat dishes.
D. Those seeking dishes without animal products.
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Vegan Burg
Vegan Burg is known for its wide range of plant-based burgers that can impress even devoted meat-eaters. The menu features unique items like Hawaiian Teriyaki and Char-Grilled Satay along with sides like mushroom fries and barbecue potatoes. The diverse options ensure that there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a long-time vegan or just trying meat-free dishes for a change.
Location: Woods Square Tower, #01-06, Singapore 737737
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Genesis Restaurant
Genesis Restaurant is known for showing that meat-free dishes can be hearty and flavorful. Their specialties include juicy dumplings, crispy spring rolls, and tasty pork-free noodles, along with a delicious tofu cheesecake, all of which originated from Asian countries. The restaurant proves that plant-based meals can be both substantial and satisfying.
Location: Havelock Road, #B1-01, Singapore 059763
2. What sets Genesis Restaurant apart from other places?
A. Its unique vegan desserts.
B. Its diversity of plant-based fast food.
C. Its hearty meat-free meals from Asia.
D. Its wide range of international dishes.
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WellSmoocht Collective
WellSmoocht Collective is a must-visit for sweet lovers. This café specializes in plant-based ice cream made from ingredients like brown rice, sugar cane juice, and various fruits or nut butters. Flavors like Earl Grey Lavender, Rose Coconut, and Gula Melaka offer a delightful treat for dessert fans.
Location: Sin Ming Centre, #01-03, Singapore 575628
3. Where should you go if you’ re interested in plant-based desserts?
A. Sin Ming Centre, #01-03. B. Havelock Road, #B1-01.
C. Woods Square Tower, #01-06. D. HarbourFront Walk, #169-170.
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Green Common
Green Common offers a complete plant-based dining experience with a menu featuring both international and local dishes. From Japanese sushi and miso-glazed fillet to Western-style fishless tacos and local favorites like seafood laksa and buah keluak rice, this marketplace and eatery caters to a wide range of tastes.
Location: HarbourFront Walk, #169-170, Singapore 098585
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迎合;满足
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阅读理解B
Winning a remarkable science award is really a big deal, especially if you are 12 years old. But Shanya Gill, a middle schooler from San Jose, California, won the top award in the Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge for designing a fire detection system that is superior to existing ones, as stated in the press release.
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be superior to
优越于;不受诱惑;不屈服于
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“The top winners have exhibited boundless curiosity,” Maya Ajmera, president and CEO of Society for Science, said in the press release.” Their remarkable research not only reflects their talent but also paves the way for an exciting new future.
4. What can we learn about Shanya from the first two paragraphs?
A. She created an important platform for her peers.
B. She demonstrated her curious nature as a student.
C. She earned a large amount of money from the award.
D She was younger than the other winners in performance.
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Not only does their remarkable research reflect their talent but also paves the way for an exciting new future.
Shanya’s inspiration came after a fire destroyed a restaurant in her neighborhood during the summer of 2022, reported The Washington Post. “I had never really experienced something like that before”, she told The Washington Post about the early morning fire at Holder’s Country Inn, which started in the kitchen. “They had smoke detectors, and yet it still burned down, ” she added.
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5. What inspired Shanya to develop her fire detection system?
A. Her experience with a destructive fire.
B. Her ambition to win the science award.
C. Her interest in computer programming.
D. Her aim to enhance STEM education for girls.
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After she studied fire statistics, Shanya spent over a year developing a fire detection system that she believes could have prevented the fire. Unlike traditional smoke detectors that sense active fires from the smoke in the air, Shanya’s thermal (热的) imaging device is designed to stop fires from occurring.
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With a thermal camera and a Raspberry Pi, a tiny computer, the device detects when a heat source has been left unattended for ten minutes and sends a text message warning. Creating the prototype (原型) was difficult and the hardest part was the programming. I had two designs, and my first design completely failed. “ It was a really big challenge I had to go through, ” she said. The final device outperforms smoke detectors in speed and accuracy. Shanya wants to bring the costs down to make it even more common than previous smoke detectors.
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6. What is an advantage of Shanya’s invention?
A. It can issue a warning about a potential fire.
B. It consists of two parts that are easier to manage.
C. It can detect active fires through smoke in the air.
D. It operates when a fire breaks out within ten minutes.
outperform
超过;胜过
“Shanya saw a problem, went after it and tried to solve it, and that’s what we need to encourage with all young people, ” said Ajmera. She also highlighted the significance of supporting individuals, especially girls and kids of color, in STEM fields, as research indicates that many young people drop out of these areas.
7. Which can be the best title for the passage?
A. An Advocate for STEM Education
B. An Award Winner of Cooking Safety
C. A Young Innovator in Fire Detecting
D. A Junior Creator of a New Smoke Detector
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阅读理解C
Cortisol (皮质醇), often referred to as the “stress hormone,” plays a crucial role in managing our body’s stress response. Recent discussions on platforms like TikTok have contributed to a widespread misinterpretation that imbalances in cortisol levels are directly responsible for a range of health problems, such as loose skin, sleep disturbances, and digestive issues. As highlighted by experts like Martin Picard from Columbia University, the relationship between cortisol levels and various physical symptoms is complex and not entirely straightforward.
8. What can we know about cortisol?
A. Its level always remains stable.
B. It has no impact on physical well-being.
C. It is directly responsible for sleep disorders.
D. Its role has been wrongly interpreted on TikTok.
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Cortisol is released by the adrenal glands in response to various stressors, whether they are psychological, such as receiving an unsettling work email, or physical, like encountering a bear during a hike. This hormone helps in regulating energy supply and metabolism (新陈代谢), with its levels typically peaking in the early morning and decreasing as the day progresses.
regulate
监控,监管;调节,调整;
with its levels typically peaking in the early morning and decreasing
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However, long-term stress can disturb this natural rhythm, resulting in continuously high cortisol levels. Such sustained high levels of cortisol can have adverse effects on health, including a weakened immune system, high blood sugar levels, and mental health issues such as depression and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. In severe cases, too much cortisol production can lead to Cushing’s syndrome, a condition that causes significant physical changes and requires medical treatment.
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Given the dynamic nature of cortisol, assessing cortisol-related problems accurately often requires professional evaluation. Home testing for cortisol may not produce reliable results, emphasizing the need for consultation with healthcare professionals for a comprehensive assessment.
9 What can be inferred from Paragraph 3?
A. Stress management depends on mindfulness.
B. Regular exercise guarantees lower cortisol levels.
C. Home testing for cortisol is highly recommended.
D. Measuring cortisol accurately involves medical tests.
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鉴于;考虑到
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While managing cortisol levels effectively does not involve a single universal solution, research has shown that practices such as yoga, mindfulness, and moderate exercise can be beneficial in regulating the body’s stress response. These activities not only help in reducing immediate stress but also contribute to training the body to handle stress more efficiently over time.
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These activities not only help in reducing immediate stress but also contribute to training the body to handle stress more efficiently over time.
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In summary, while cortisol plays a key part in how our body manages stress and overall functioning, linking many health issues only to cortisol imbalances overlooks the complex interplay between hormones, stress, and health. Adopting a holistic approach to health, which includes seeking professional advice and developing personalized stress management strategies, is crucial for maintaining well-being.
10. What does the underlined word “holistic” mean in the last paragraph?
A. Comprehensive. B. Immediate. C. Physical. D. Medical.
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overlook
忽视;忽略
11. Where is this text most likely from?
A. A book review. B. A scientific paper.
C. A health magazine. D. An educational guide.
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阅读理解D
The term parasocial interaction (虚拟社交) was introduced in the 1950s by the social scientists Donald Horton and R. Richard Wohl. It was the early days of home television, and they were seeing people form a close connection with actors who were appearing virtually in their home. Today, the definition is much broader. After all, actors, singers, comedians, athletes, and countless other celebrities are available to us in more ways than ever before. Forming parasocial bonds has never been easier.
12. How has parasocial interaction changed according to Paragraph 1?
A. It has become more accessible. B. It has affected more celebrities.
C. It has lost much of its significance. D. It has turned into a two-way process.
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appear
出现;仿佛;好像
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Psychologists document cases of parasocial relationships that can go much deeper, with severe consequences. Scholars note parasocial bonds range from casual talk about stars to intense emotions, to uncontrollable behavior and fantasies. At the deepest level, the parasocial relationship can be dangerous, such as when a fan loses touch with reality and secretly follows a star. It can also lead to confusion about one’s own identity, particularly in adolescents who are still forming their sense of self, as they may model themselves on the media figures with whom they have parasocial relationships.
13. What is Paragraph 2 mainly about?
A. Reasons behind celebrity following.
B. Origins of dangerous relationships.
C. Different types of parasocial relationships.
D. Potential harm of parasocial relationships.
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In 2021, two psychologists from York University, in Canada, found that forming parasocial bonds was strongly related to avoidant attachment. That is, people who tended to push others away in their day-to-day lives were more likely to relate to fictional characters. You can easily see how parasocial relationships could be a replacement when one finds real-life attachment difficult.
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14. Which of the following can lead to parasocial relationships?
A. Socializing with strangers. B. Having strong family support.
C. Participating in group activities.
D. Struggling with relationships in reality.
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This could start a feedback cycle, in which avoiding close relationships stimulates parasocial bonding, which in turn leads to reduced interactions with real-life family and friends as the fans spends their time and energy on someone who doesn’t know they exist.
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in turn
依次;轮流;反过来
My purpose here is not to say that parasocial interactions are always bad for you, or even abnormal. Rather, it is to suggest that heavy parasocial bonding might be a signal that you are crowding out the real people who can give you the love you truly need. One way to address this is to get some more distance from your fictional friends, thus pausing the feedback cycle and giving yourself more space to pursue in-person connection.
15. What might the author suggest for those with heavy parasocial relationships?
A. Meeting fictional friends in real life.
B. Seeking guidance from professionals.
C. Hanging out more with real friends.
D. Creating more space for being alone.
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