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The Great Escape: The True Story 中文翻译： 1944年3月，76名同盟国囚犯从纳粹集中营史塔拉格 luft III 越狱。这一大胆计划启发了 1963 年的电影《大逃亡》，但真实的故事要悲惨得多。 在罗杰・布谢尔（人称“大X”）的带领下，200 多名囚犯用一年时间挖掘了三条隧道——分别命名为 “汤姆”“迪克” 和 “哈利”。他们还制作了假证件和服装。沙质地面和集中营警卫（配备带刺铁丝网、瞭望塔和探测挖掘的机器）使越狱变得极为困难。囚犯们把沙子藏在衣服里，用牛奶罐制作气泵，用橡胶鞋跟雕刻假印章。但德国人发现了两条隧道，只有 “哈利” 隧道未被发现，让76人在一个月黑之夜成功逃脱。 电影改变了许多事实。例如，当时没有美国人在场，摩托车追逐的场景是虚构的。擅长制作假证件的幸存者莱伊・肯扬说，电影没有展现真实的挣扎：饥饿、无聊和持续的恐惧。 在76名逃犯中，73人再次被捕。希特勒下令处决50人以示警告。他们被秘密枪杀，尸体被焚烧以销毁证据。战后，13名盖世太保军官因这些罪行被绞死。 尽管这次越狱消耗了德国的资源，但人类付出的代价是巨大的。幸存者查尔斯・克拉克后来表示，这部电影是纪念他们勇气的 “绝佳” 方式。历史学家说，这个关于团队合作、牺牲和悲剧的真实故事应该被铭记。 这次勇敢的尝试展现了勇气和力量，但其最黑暗的部分提醒我们战争的残酷。正如幸存者吉米・詹姆斯所说，越狱不仅仅是为了自由——这是反抗暴政的责任。 1. 答案：B 解析：根据原文 “Hitler ordered 50 to be killed as a warning”，明确表明希特勒下令秘密处决 50 名逃犯，所以答案选 B。 2. 答案：C 解析：从文中 “used rubber shoe heels to carve fake stamps” 可知，囚犯用橡胶鞋跟雕刻假印章，因此答案是 C。 3. 答案：A 解析：原文提到 “Led by Roger Bushell... over 200 prisoners worked for a year to dig three tunnels”，说明先是 Roger Bushell 领导挖三条隧道（③）；接着 “built air pumps from milk cans”，即制作气泵（①）；然后 “The Germans found two tunnels”，德军发现两条隧道（②）；最后 “Only ‘Harry’ stayed hidden, letting 76 men run”，76 人通过 “Harry” 隧道逃脱（④） ，所以正确顺序是③①②④，答案选 A。 4. 答案：C 解析：文章结尾指出 “This brave attempt showed courage and strength” 以及 “the real story—about teamwork, sacrifice, and tragedy—should be remembered”，体现出作者认为这是一个展现勇敢和牺牲精神的伟大故事，答案为 C。 5. 答案：B 解析：依据文章最后一段 “Historians say the real story—about teamwork, sacrifice, and tragedy—should be remembered. This brave attempt showed courage and strength, but its darkest parts remind us of war’s cruelty”，可知真实故事传达了战争的残酷以及团队合作、牺牲和勇气的重要性，答案选 B。 The Problem of "Wind Theft" in Wind Farms 中文翻译： 随着各国为应对气候变化而建设更多海上风电场，一个名为 “偷风” 的新问题正在引发麻烦。当风力涡轮机旋转时，它们从风中获取能量，在后方形成风速较慢的 “尾流”。这种尾流可以延伸超过100公里，并使附近风电场的能源输出减少10%或更多。科学家称之为“尾流效应”。 风电场正变得越来越大，间距越来越近，尤其是在北海等拥挤地区。更大的涡轮机（有些高达一个足球场！）可能会使问题恶化。研究人员担心，这可能会推迟各国到 2030 年实现净零排放的计划。 在英国，曼彻斯特大学的巴勃罗・欧罗领导的一个新项目正在研究尾流将如何影响未来的风电场。“如果到 2030 年我们再建造数千台涡轮机，它们的尾流可能会重叠，降低能源产量，” 他说。目前风电场之间的间距规则可能不够。 法律专家埃里克・芬瑟斯警告说，如果没有明确的规则，各国可能会为风电场的最佳位置而争吵。例如，挪威风电场的尾流可能会影响丹麦的风电场。他建议将风能视为共享资源（如鱼类或石油），以避免冲突。 欧洲、中国和其他地区正在竞相解决这一问题。芬瑟斯说，合作是关键：“我们需要公平的解决方案，让每个人都能从风能中受益，而不会损害彼此的项目。” 1. 答案：C 解析：原文提到 “creating a ‘wake’ (尾流) of slower wind behind them. Scientists call this the ‘wake effect.’”，表明尾流效应就是涡轮机后方风速减慢，所以答案是 C。 2. 答案：B 解析：文中 “Researchers worry this could slow countries’ plans to reach net - zero emissions (净零碳排放) by 2030”，说明研究人员担心更大的涡轮机和更近的风电场会延迟净零目标，答案选 B。 3. 答案：C 解析：根据 “Legal expert Eirik Finserås warns that without clear rules, countries might fight over the best spots for wind farms... He suggests treating wind like shared resources (like fish or oil) to avoid conflicts”，可知 Eirik Finserås 建议将风视为共享资源是为了避免国家间因风电场位置产生冲突，答案为 C。 4. 答案：C 解析：文章主要围绕风电场的 “wind theft” 问题展开，介绍了其产生的影响以及各方为解决该问题所做的努力，如 “a new project led by Pablo Ouro at the University of Manchester is studying how wakes will affect future wind farms” 和 “Europe, China, and others are racing to solve this issue” 等内容，所以答案选 C。 5. 答案：A 解析：文章最后提到 “Cooperation is key”，表明合作对于解决问题很关键，接下来可能会举例说明欧洲成功的合作案例，答案选 A。 Can Mount Everest really be climbed in a week? 中文翻译： 珠穆朗玛峰是世界最高峰。通常，登山者需要大约两个月才能到达山顶，因为他们必须适应稀薄的空气。但一位名叫卢卡斯・弗滕巴赫的奥地利导游表示，他可以使用一种名为氙气的特殊气体，在短短一周内完成登顶。 大多数登山者，如过去的丹增・诺尔盖和埃德蒙・希拉里，都花了数周时间适应高海拔。如今，即使有固定绳索和氧气瓶，平均仍需约40天。一些公司通过 “预适应” 方法提供14天的登山服务，比如在家里睡在低氧帐篷里。弗滕巴赫的计划不同，他希望登山者吸入氙气，他说这可以帮助身体更快地减少氧气消耗。他自己试过，但科学家不确定这是否有效。 专家担心没有证据表明氙气是安全的。国际登山联合会表示，在高山上使用未经测试的方法是有风险的。此外，氙气在体育界被禁止，因为它类似于提高成绩的药物。其他登山者认为弗滕巴赫的想法既危险又错误。但他仍计划在 2025 年带领四名登山者尝试，每人需支付15万欧元。 登山者以前曾使用过一些药物来在珠峰上生存。但“死亡地带”（海拔 8000米以上）仍然非常危险。虽然缩短登山时间可能是好事，但医生表示，我们不知道氙气是否真的有帮助。大多数科学家认为，用氙气在一周内登上珠峰几乎是不可能的。我们只能拭目以待。 1. 答案：C 解析：原文首句 “Usually, climbers need about two months to reach the top”，明确指出登山者通常需要大约两个月到达珠峰顶部，答案是 C。 2. 答案：B 解析：从 “Some companies offer 14 - day climbs by using ‘pre-acclimatization’ methods, like sleeping in low-oxygen tents at home” 可知，“pre-acclimatization” 是指在登山前让身体适应低氧环境，答案选 B。 3. 答案：B 解析：文中 “Experts worry there’s no proof that xenon is safe. The International Climbing Federation says it’s risky to use untested methods on high mountains”，说明多数人认为使用氙气有风险且其效果未得到证实，答案为 B。 4. 答案：C 解析： 段落结构分析： 第 1 段：提出核心问题——奥地利导游Lukas Furtenbach声称可用氙气一周内登顶珠峰（总述）。 第 2 段：对比传统登山方式（需数月适应）与现有加速方法（如预适应训练），引出 Furtenbach 的氙气计划（分述 1）。 第 3 段：集中讨论氙气的争议：专家质疑安全性、国际组织反对使用未验证技术、其他登山者认为危险（分述 2）。 第 4 段：补充登山历史中药物使用情况，重申氙气的不确定性及科学界的普遍质疑（总结）。 选项对应： C符合 “总述（1）→ 分述论点（2-3）→ 总结（4）” 的结构，即第1段提出话题，第2-3段展开争议，第4段总结风险与未知。 5. 答案：B 解析：文章围绕使用氙气加速攀登珠峰这一话题展开，阐述了科学家和登山者对此不同的观点和争论，所以答案选 B。 Bluey’s World: A Colourful Adventure in Brisbane 中文翻译 可爱的澳大利亚卡通蓝 heel 小狗布鲁伊，现在在布里斯班有了一个真实的景点。北岸 pavilion的“布鲁伊的世界”为家庭提供70分钟的沉浸式体验。 冒险开始时，一位仙女向导将游客带入一个真人大小的heel家庭住宅。然后，一个花园守护神带领游客穿过主题房间和花园，体验受节目启发的游戏。孩子们可以探索布鲁伊的客厅和后院等标志性场所，甚至会见深受喜爱的角色。这种独特的体验强调团队合作和创造力，鼓励孩子们发挥想象力。 参观结束后，家庭可以在布鲁伊主题咖啡馆休息，购买玩具，或在室内游乐场玩耍。该景点庆祝了这部在60多个国家播出的节目的全球成功。 当地领导人安德鲁・鲍威尔认为，这个景点将吸引更多游客到布里斯班，促进当地经济。对于当地人和国际粉丝来说，这是体验布鲁伊世界的有趣方式。 无论你是超级粉丝还是刚接触布鲁伊，这次冒险都是探索这只受人喜爱的卡通小狗的想象世界的完美选择。 1. 答案：B 解析：根据 “‘Bluey’s World’ at Northshore Pavilion offers a 70 - minute immersive experience for families”，可知 “Bluey’s World” 体验活动在布里斯班的 Northshore Pavilion 举行，答案是 B。 2. 答案：C 解析：由 “After the tour, families can relax at a Bluey-themed café, shop for toys, or play in an indoor playground” 可知，参观结束后游客可以在主题咖啡馆用餐、购物或在室内游乐场玩耍，答案选 C。 3. 答案：B 解析：文中提到 “This unique experience emphasizes teamwork and creativity, encouraging children to use their imagination”，说明游客可能会受到启发，更充分地发挥想象力，答案为 B。 4. 答案：A 解析：第四段 “Local leader Andrew Powell believes the attraction will draw more visitors to Brisbane, benefiting the local economy”，表明该景点将吸引更多游客到布里斯班，促进当地经济发展，答案选 A。 5. 答案：C 解析：文章主要介绍了布里斯班的 Bluey 主题景点，包括景点的体验内容、后续活动以及对当地的影响等，所以文章目的是介绍该景点活动，答案选 C。 _____________________ 中文翻译 多年来，中国一直在测试电动汽车换电站，以缓解 “续航焦虑”—— 担心电量耗尽。在北京的一个换电站，一名蔚来车主在五分钟内将空电池换成充满电的电池。一台机器从车底取出旧电池，放入新电池，就像在加油站加油一样。 换电比充电更快：司机无需等待数小时，只需几分钟就能完成更换。中国在这项技术上领先世界，到 2023 年已有超过 3500 个换电站。蔚来等公司建造了数千个换电站，电池巨头宁德时代正与中石化合作创建全国性的换电网络。它在卡车和出租车中很受欢迎，因为它们通常遵循固定路线，便于规划换电。2023 年，中国近一半的电动重型卡车使用了换电技术。 但也存在问题。换电站只能与特定车型配合使用，因为电池必须适合每辆车。汽车公司不愿就共享电池设计达成一致，因为它们希望保持技术独特性。私人车主可能不喜欢在换电时得到旧电池。一些公司让司机租用电池而不是拥有它们，但这需要大量资金来管理许多电池。 中国也在发展快速充电技术。到 2025 年，比亚迪的 “闪冲” 技术可以在五分钟内增加 400 公里续航——和换电一样快。随着快速充电技术的进步，续航焦虑正在减少。由于政府支持和固定路线，换电站对卡车和出租车有帮助，但对于私家车来说，它们与快速充电形成竞争。 尽管不完美，换电技术可能会帮助刚接触电动汽车的国家。在中国，这是换电和快速充电之间的竞争的一部分，两者都在增长以支持这个世界上最大的电动汽车市场。 1. 答案：B 解析：原文提到 “China leads the world in this tech, with over 3,500 swap stations by 2023”，可知 2023 年中国有超过 3500 个换电站，答案是 B。 2. 答案：C 解析：从 “By 2025, BYD's ‘flash-charging’ can add 400km in five minutes – as fast as swapping” 可知，到 2025 年比亚迪 “闪冲” 技术的优势是 5 分钟能增加 400 公里续航，答案选 C。 3. 答案：C 解析：第三段提到 “But there are problems. Swap stations only work with certain car models... Private owners might not like getting older batteries when they swap.” 等内容，主要讨论了电池换电技术面临的问题，答案为 C。 4. 答案：D 解析：根据 “It's popular for trucks and taxis, which often follow fixed routes, making swaps easy to plan”，可知换电对于卡车和出租车更实用是因为它们固定的路线便于规划换电站，答案选 D。 5. 答案：A 解析：文章主要对比了电动汽车的换电和快充技术，探讨它们在中国电动汽车市场的应用和发展，所以最佳标题是 A 选项 “EV Solutions: Battery Swaps or Fast Charging?” 。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 前言 很多人都想知道，英语中考命题中大量的文章从何而来。其实文章的来源总结下来主要为以下几处： 1. 国内外英文媒体网站，如《China Daily》、《New York Times》、《BBC》等； 2. 权威英文期刊的科普文章，如《Economist》、《National Geographic》、《Nature》等； 3. 原版英文小说、短篇小说； 4. 教育类出版物与网站。 很多人会心想着让孩子看原版的文章，想法是美好的，但是现实却往往被打脸。通常情况下，原版文章的难度大大超过初中生的阅读能力，文章中会出现大量的专业词汇，孩子看不完一篇文章就信心全无了。 在中考命题时，命题组的老师会简化原文，去除大部分的超纲词和专业表达，并使用简化后的文章命题。该系列题目按照中考命题的思路，摘取近期的报刊杂志中的文章进行命题。 该系列摘取《BBC》中的文章改编，每篇文章末尾标注原文的查看地址，在做完练习后，学有余力的同学可查看原文，拓展自己的词汇量。 The Great Escape: The True Story​​ In March 1944, 76 Allied (同盟国) prisoners broke out of Stalag Luft III, a Nazi prison camp (纳粹集中营). This brave plan inspired the 1963 movie The Great Escape, but the real story was much sadder. Led by Roger Bushell (called “Big X”), over 200 prisoners worked for a year to dig three tunnels—named “Tom,” “Dick,” and “Harry.” They also made fake papers and costumes. The sandy ground and camp guards—with barbed wire (棘铁丝), watchtowers, and machines to hear digging—made escape very difficult. Prisoners hid sand in their clothes, built air pumps from milk cans, and used rubber shoe heels to carve fake stamps. But the Germans found two tunnels. Only “Harry” stayed hidden, letting 76 men run on a dark, moonless night. The movie changed many facts. For example, no Americans were there, and the motorcycle chase scene was made up. Survivors like Ley Kenyon, who was good at making fake papers, said the movie didn’t show the real struggles: hunger, boredom, and constant fear. Of the 76 escapees, 73 were caught again. Hitler ordered 50 to be killed as a warning. They were shot secretly, and their bodies were burned to hide evidence. After the war, 13 Gestapo (纳粹秘密警察) officers were hanged for these crimes. While the escape used up German resources, the human cost was huge. Charles Clarke, a survivor, later said the movie was a “wonderful” way to honor their courage. Historians say the real story—about teamwork, sacrifice (牺牲), and tragedy—should be remembered. This brave attempt showed courage and strength, but its darkest parts remind us of war’s cruelty. As survivor Jimmy James said, escaping wasn’t just about freedom—it was a duty to fight against bad rule. 原文地址：https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20250320-the-true-story-of-the-great-escape 1. How many escapees were secretly executed by Hitler's order according to the text? A. 13 B. 50 C. 73 D. 76 2. What did prisoners use to carve fake stamps for their escape? A. Barbed wire B. Milk cans C. Rubber shoe heels D. Watchtower tools 3. What is the correct order of the following events? ① Prisoners built air pumps from milk cans. ② The Germans discovered two tunnels ("Tom" and "Dick"). ③ Roger Bushell led prisoners to dig three tunnels. ④ 76 men escaped through the "Harry" tunnel. A. ③①②④ B. ①③②④ C. ③②①④ D. ②③④① 4. What is the author’s attitude towards the real story of The Great Escape? A. It’s not as exciting as the movie shows. B. We should only focus on how sad the ending was. C. It’s a great story showing bravery and sacrifice. D. It was a bad plan that caused too many people to get hurt. 5. What is the main message conveyed by the real story of the Great Escape? A. The movie showed the prisoners’ brave actions exactly as they happened. B. War’s cruelty and the importance of teamwork, sacrifice, and courage. C. The Nazis’ advanced prison camp technology. D. American soldiers played a key role in the escape plan. The Problem of "Wind Theft" in Wind Farms As countries build more offshore wind farms to fight climate change, a new problem called "wind theft" is causing trouble. When wind turbines (风力涡轮机) spin, they take energy from the wind, creating a "wake" (尾流) of slower wind behind them. This wake can stretch over 100km and reduce the energy output of nearby wind farms by 10% or more. Scientists call this the "wake effect." Wind farms are growing bigger and closer together, especially in crowded areas like the North Sea. Bigger turbines (some as tall as a football field!) might make the problem worse. Researchers worry this could slow countries’ plans to reach net-zero emissions (净零碳排放) by 2030. In the UK, a new project led by Pablo Ouro at the University of Manchester is studying how wakes will affect future wind farms. "If we build thousands more turbines by 2030, their wakes could overlap and lower energy production," he says. Current spacing rules between wind farms might not be enough. Legal expert Eirik Finserås warns that without clear rules, countries might fight over the best spots for wind farms. For example, a Norwegian wind farm’s wake could harm a Danish one. He suggests treating wind like shared resources (like fish or oil) to avoid conflicts. Europe, China, and others are racing to solve this issue. Cooperation is key, says Finserås: "We need fair solutions so everyone can benefit from wind energy without hurting each other’s projects." 原文地址：https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20250506-renewable-energys-trouble-with-wind-theft 1. What is the “wake effect” according to the passage?​ A. Turbine noise B. Faster wind in front​ C. Slower wind behind​ D. Heat from turbines 2. What concern do researchers have about bigger turbines and closer-spaced wind farms?​ A. Higher construction costs B. Delaying net-zero goals​ C. Increased turbine damage risk​ D. Ecological harm from birds 3. Why does Eirik Finserås suggest treating wind as a shared resource?​ A. To encourage more countries to build wind farms.​ B. To make wind energy more profitable.​ C. To avoid conflicts between countries over wind farm locations.​ D. To improve the efficiency of wind turbines. 4. What is the main idea of the passage?​ A. The advantages and disadvantages of building offshore wind farms.​ B. The development of wind energy technology around the world.​ C. The “wind theft” problem in wind farms and efforts to solve it.​ D. The importance of reaching net-zero emissions by 2030. 5. What will the writer most likely continue writing in the following paragraph?​ A. Case studies of successful wind farm cooperation in Europe. B. The history of wind energy development in North America. C. The impact of solar energy on the global energy market. D. New regulations on reducing carbon emissions from cars. Can Mount Everest really be climbed in a week? Mount Everest is the world’s highest mountain. Usually, climbers need about two months to reach the top because they have to get used to the thin air. But an Austrian guide named Lukas Furtenbach says he can do it in just one week using a special gas called xenon (氙气). Most climbers, like Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary in the past, spent weeks adjusting to high altitudes (海拔). Today, even with fixed ropes and oxygen (氧气) tanks, it still takes about 40 days on average. Some companies offer 14-day climbs by using “pre-acclimatization” methods, like sleeping in low-oxygen tents at home. Furtenbach’s plan is different. He wants climbers to breathe xenon gas, which he says can help the body use less oxygen faster. He tried it on himself, but scientists aren’t sure it works. Experts worry there’s no proof that xenon is safe. The International Climbing Federation says it’s risky to use untested methods on high mountains. Also, xenon is banned in sports because it’s like a performance-enhancing drug. Other climbers think Furtenbach’s idea is dangerous and wrong. But he still plans to take four climbers in 2025, and each person has to pay €150,000. Mountaineers have used some drugs to survive on Everest before. But the “Death Zone” (above 8,000m) is still very dangerous. While cutting the climb time could be good, doctors say we don’t know if xenon really helps. Most scientists believe climbing Everest in a week is almost impossible with xenon. We’ll have to wait and see what happens. 原文地址：https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20250428-can-mount-everest-really-be-climbed-in-a-week 1. How long do climbers usually need to reach the top of Mount Everest? A. About one week. B. More than three months. C. Around two months. D. About 40 days. 2. What does "pre-acclimatization" mean in the article? A. Climbing faster with special things. B. Getting the body ready for low oxygen before climbing. C. Taking a rest at home before the trip. D. Using bad drugs to get stronger. 3. What do most people think about using xenon? A. They believe it is a safe and useful way to climb faster. B. They think it is risky and not proven to work well. C. They are sure it will make climbing Mount Everest easier. D. They consider it a good way to break climbing records. 4. What’s the structure of this passage? A. B. C. D. 5. What is the article mainly about? A. The story of climbing Mount Everest. B. People arguing about using xenon gas to climb Everest faster. C. The bad things about sleeping in low-oxygen tents. D. Why Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary are well - known. Bluey’s World: A Colourful Adventure in Brisbane Bluey, the adorable Australian cartoon Blue Heeler Pup, now has a real-world attraction in Brisbane. "Bluey’s World" at Northshore Pavilion offers a 70-minute immersive experience for families. The adventure starts as a fairy guides groups into a life-sized Heeler family house. A garden gnome (守护神) then leads visitors through themed rooms and gardens with games inspired by the show. Kids can explore iconic (标志性的) places like Bluey’s living room and backyard, and even meet beloved characters. This unique experience emphasizes teamwork and creativity, encouraging children to use their imagination. After the tour, families can relax at a Bluey-themed café, shop for toys, or play in an indoor playground. The attraction celebrates the global success of the show, which airs in over 60 countries. Local leader Andrew Powell believes the attraction will draw more visitors to Brisbane, benefiting the local economy. For both locals and international fans, it’s a fun way to experience the world of Bluey. Whether you’re a superfan or new to Bluey, this adventure is perfect for exploring the imaginative world of this beloved cartoon pup. 原文地址：https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20241115-australias-new-experience-brings-bluey-to-life 1. Where does the Bluey’s World experience take place? A. Sydney Opera House B. Northshore Pavilion in Brisbane C. Disneyland Paris D. ABC Kids Studio 2. What do visitors do AFTER the 70-minute tour? A. Watch new Bluey episodes B. Meet the show’s creator, Joe Brumm C. Eat, shop, or play in an indoor playground D. Travel to Bluey’s neighbourhood 3. What can we infer about visitors to Bluey’s World? A. They will quickly lose interest during the visit. B. They might become inspired to use their imagination more. C. They need to have a local Brisbane address to participate. D. They will encounter actual dogs similar to Bluey. 4. What is the main idea of the fourth paragraph? A. Bluey’s World will boost Brisbane’s economy and draw in tourists. B. Andrew Powell holds negative views on theme park concepts. C. The show only enjoys popularity within Australian borders. D. Local families are provided free access to the tour. 5. What is the purpose of the article? A. To express disapproval of Bluey's imaginative style. B. To promote an American theme park's new features. C. To introduce Brisbane's Bluey - themed attraction event. D. To detail the steps of cartoon character creation process. __________________ China has tested battery swap stations for electric cars (EVs) for years to ease "range anxiety" – the fear of running out of power. At a Beijing swap station, a Nio (蔚来) car owner swaps an empty battery for a charged one in under five minutes. A machine removes the old battery from under the car and puts in a fresh one, like filling up at a petrol station. Battery swapping is faster than charging: instead of waiting hours, drivers swap in minutes. China leads the world in this tech, with over 3,500 swap stations by 2023. Companies like Nio built thousands, and battery giant Catl (宁德时代) is working with Sinopec (中国石化) to create a countrywide swap network. It's popular for trucks and taxis, which often follow fixed routes, making swaps easy to plan. In 2023, nearly half of China's electric heavy trucks used swap technology. But there are problems. Swap stations only work with certain car models, as batteries must fit each vehicle. Car companies don't want to agree on shared battery designs because they want to keep their tech unique. Private owners might not like getting older batteries when they swap. Some firms let drivers rent batteries instead of owning them, but this needs lots of money to manage many batteries. China is also developing fast charging. By 2025, BYD's "flash-charging" can add 400km in five minutes – as fast as swapping. As fast charging gets better, range anxiety is falling. Swap stations help trucks and taxis because of government support and their regular routes, but for private cars, they compete with fast charging. While not perfect, battery swapping could help countries new to EVs. In China, it's part of a race between swaps and fast charging, both growing to support the world's biggest EV market. 原文地址：https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20250506-are-chinas-swap-stations-the-future-of-electric-cars 1. According to the passage, how many battery swap stations did China have by 2023? A. Over 2,000 B. Over 3,500 C. Nearly 5,000 D. More than 10,000 2. What is the advantage of BYD’s “flash-charging” technology by 2025? A. It can fully charge a battery in 3 minutes. B. It reduces battery costs by 50%. C. It adds 400 km of range in 5 minutes. D. It works with all EV models. 3. What is the main idea of the third paragraph? A. The advantages of battery swapping for private car owners. B. The technical challenges of fast-charging stations. C. The problems that battery swap technology faces. D. The government’s support for EV infrastructure. 4. Why is battery swapping more practical for trucks and taxis compared to private cars? A. Trucks and taxis require larger batteries. B. Private car owners prefer owning their batteries. C. The government provides free swaps for commercial vehicles. D. Their fixed routes make swap stations easier to plan. 5. What is the best title for the passage? A. EV Solutions: Battery Swaps or Fast Charging? B. China’s Electric Trucks and Taxi Innovations C. Nio’s Battery Swap: Ending Range Anxiety D. EV Charging Wars: Challenges for Private Cars 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$