总复习 阅读理解精练（知识&题型大冲关）-2024-2025学年高一英语上学期知识&题型大冲关（人教版2019必修第二册）

总复习 阅读理解练习 目录 Unit 1 1 主题词积累：文化遗产 1 练习 3 Unit 2 10 主题词积累：野生动物保护 10 练习 11 Unit 3 20 主题词积累：互联网 20 练习 22 Unit 4 30 主题词积累：历史与传统 30 练习 32 Unit 5 39 主题词积累：音乐 39 练习 41 Unit 1 主题词积累：文化遗产 一、保护与传承（Protection and Inheritance） 1. 核心动词短语 preserve cultural heritage 保护文化遗产 例句: The local government is taking measures to preserve ancient temples and traditional customs. protect...from damage保护…… 免受破坏 例句: Special materials are used to protect the murals from air pollution. pass down传承（技艺、习俗等） 例句: The art of paper-cutting has been passed down through generations in this village. maintain historical sites 维护历史遗迹 例句: Volunteers help maintain the old city walls during weekends. 2. 政策与行动 cultural relics protection policy文物保护政策 launch a campaign发起保护运动 例句: The school launched a campaign to raise awareness about intangible cultural heritage. restore ancient buildings修复古建筑 拓展: restoration n. 修复（如 the restoration project 修复工程） 二、类型与特征（Types and Characteristics） 1. 遗产类型 tangible cultural heritage物质文化遗产（如建筑、文物） intangible cultural heritage (ICH)非物质文化遗产（如手工艺、节日） 例句: Dragon Boat Festival is one of China’s intangible cultural heritages recognized by UNESCO. world heritage site世界遗产地 例句: The Forbidden City has been a world heritage site since 1987. historical relics历史文物 traditional craftsmanship传统手工艺 2. 特征描述 time-honored历史悠久的 例句: Tea-making is a time-honored tradition in China. unique architectural style独特的建筑风格 cultural diversity文化多样性 例句: Cultural heritage reflects the diversity of human civilizations. 三、价值与意义（Values and Significance） carry historical memories承载历史记忆 例句: Each antique carries the historical memories of a bygone era. cultural identity文化认同 例句: Preserving heritage helps maintain a nation’s cultural identity. educational value教育价值 spiritual bond精神纽带 例句: Folk songs serve as a spiritual bond for the ethnic group. promote cultural exchange促进文化交流 例句: The Silk Road heritage promotes cultural exchange between East and West. 四、国际合作与组织（International Cooperation and Organizations） UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) 联合国教科文组织 搭配: be listed as a UNESCO world heritage site international collaboration国际合作 例句: China and Italy have launched joint projects for cultural heritage protection. cross-cultural communication跨文化交流 global responsibility全球责任 例句: Protecting heritage is a global responsibility for all mankind. 练习 I was driving to my office for a meeting with an important new client. Bo Chen, a Chinese culture expert for the training, arrived early. His input was crucial for the day’s success. Confident and knowledgeable, Chen was perfect for the job. I asked him to prepare business examples, and he enthusiastically agreed. My client arrived. Taking a deep breath, I began the session. As the morning wore on, I explained each dimension of the key issues, answered the questions, and carefully kept an eye on Chen so I could help facilitate his input. But Chen didn’t seem to have any input. After finishing the first dimension, I paused briefly and looked to him for his input, but he didn’t speak up. He didn’t open his mouth, move his body forward, or raise his hand. Apparently he had no example to provide. Not wanting to embarrass Chen or to create an awkward situation by calling on him when he was not ready, I simply continued with my next point. To my growing dismay (丧气), Chen remained silent. He nodded politely while I was speaking, but that was all; he used no other body language to indicate any reactions, positive or negative. I gave every example I could think of and continued for three full hours. My initial disappointment with Chen was spilling over into panic. I needed his input for the program to succeed. Finally, I decided to take a chance. “Bo,” I asked, “did you have any examples you would like to share?” Chen sat up straight in his chair, smiled confidently at the clients, and opened up his notebook, which was filled with pages of typed notes. “Thank you, Erin,” he replied. “I do.” And then, to my utter relief, Chen began to explain clear and fascinating examples one after another. The truth is that the story of Silent Bo is a story of culture, not personality. But it is not as simple as you might think. 1．What can be inferred about the author and Bo Chen from the first two paragraphs? A．They had never worked together before. B．The author was dissatisfied with Bo Chen’s ability. C．Bo Chen was unwilling to cooperate in this training. D．The author trusted Bo Chen’s abilities and contribution. 2．Why did the author avoid directly asking Chen for his input? A．To focus on her own presentation. B．To respect his personal preferences. C．To test his professional competence. D．To avoid causing him embarrassment. 3．What made the author feel panic? A．Their busy schedule. B．Chen’s initial silence. C．The client’s dissatisfaction. D．Her insufficient preparation. 4．What does the author imply about the “Silent Bo” incident? A．It was due to a language barrier. B．It was rooted in cultural differences. C．It was a consequence of Chen’s personality. D．It was the result of the author’s overconfidence. 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文是篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了因文化差异所引发的一段作者和一个中国文化专家之间的故事。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“Confident and knowledgeable, Chen was perfect for the job. (自信且知识渊博的陈是这份工作的完美人选。)”和第二段“As the morning wore on, I explained each dimension of the key issues, answered the questions, and carefully kept an eye on Chen so I could help facilitate his input. (随着上午的时间流逝，我解释了关键问题的各个方面，回答了问题，并仔细地关注着陈，以便我能帮助他发表意见。)”可知，作者非常配合陈的工作，因为她相信他的能力和贡献。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段“Not wanting to embarrass Chen or to create an awkward situation by calling on him when he was not ready, I simply continued with my next point. (我不想让陈感到尴尬，也不想在他还没准备好的时候打电话给他，造成尴尬的局面，我只是继续我的下一个要点。)”可知，作者避免直接要求陈进行发言，是因为他不想给他造成尴尬的局面。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据第五段“My initial disappointment with Chen was spilling over into panic. I needed his input for the program to succeed. (我最初对陈的失望变成了恐慌。我需要他的发言，项目才能成功。)”可知，因为陈一直不发言，导致一直孤军奋战、苦苦支撑的作者感到很恐慌，所以是陈最初的沉默造成了作者的恐慌。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段“The truth is that the story of Silent Bo is a story of culture, not personality. (事实是，沉默波的故事是一个文化的故事，而不是个性的故事。)”和文章内容可知，“沉默波”的故事是由于双方文化差异所引发的，并非是二人个性的问题。故选B。 Internet Celebrity’ Jiakangge’ (甲亢哥) Visits China: Cultural Exchange or Online Hype? Recently, the popular internet personality known as ‘Jiakangge’ visited China, sparking widespread discussion online. Known for his exaggerated (夸张的) reactions and humorous videos, Jiakangge has millions of followers worldwide. His trip to China included visits to famous landmarks, local markets, and interactions with fans, all documented on social media. While many fans welcomed his visit as a fun cultural exchange, others questioned the true purpose behind it. Some critics argued that his content focuses too much on stereotypes and lacks depth, turning cultural differences into mere entertainment. Supporters, however, believe his lighthearted approach helps bridge gaps between cultures by making foreign audiences curious about China. The debate raises an important question: In the age of short videos and viral trends, how can cultural exchange be both entertaining and meaningful? Experts suggest that while internet celebrities like Jiakangge can attract attention, deeper understanding requires more than just clicks and laughs. Schools and traditional media still play a key role in promoting accurate cultural knowledge. Jiakangge’s visit also highlights the growing influence of social media in shaping opinions about countries. As platforms like TikTok and YouTube connect people globally, the line between entertainment and education becomes blurrier. Whether his visit leads to lasting interest in Chinese culture or remains a temporary trend depends on how audiences engage with the content beyond the screen. 1．What is Jiakangge best famous for in his videos? A．His serious documentaries about Chinese history. B．His criticism of Chinese traditions. C．His humorous and exaggerated online person. D．His cooperation with Chinese scientists. 2．Why do some critics disapprove of Jiakangge’s content? A．It oversimplifies cultural differences. B．It’s only popular in Western countries. C．It never features Chinese locations. D．It’s too expensive to produce. 3．According to experts, what is needed for meaningful cultural exchange? A．It should avoid using social media. B．Traditional media is completely outdated. C．Only schools can teach culture properly. D．It requires more than just entertainment. 4．The underlined word “blurrier” in the last paragraph probably means ______. A．typical B．previous C．original D．misty 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道，通过“甲亢哥”来中国直播，引起了大家的热烈讨论并对此现象产生了不同的看法。 1．细节理解题。通过第一段 “Known for his exaggerated (夸张的) reactions and humorous videos, Jiakangge has millions of followers worldwide.(‘甲亢哥’以其夸张的反应和幽默的视频而闻名，在全球拥有数百万粉丝)”可知，“甲亢哥”收获了数百万粉丝的原因是因为其夸张的行为和幽默的视频，故选C。 2．推理判断题。通过第二段“Some critics argued that his content focuses too much on stereotypes and lacks depth, turning cultural differences into mere entertainment.(一些批评人士认为，他的内容过于关注刻板印象，缺乏深度，把文化差异变成了纯粹的娱乐)”可知，批评家门认为“甲亢哥”的视频内容过于模式化缺少深度，使得文化不同只简单的变成了娱乐。由此可知批评家门不赞同“甲亢哥”的视频原因是过于简单化了文化差异，故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第三段 中“Experts suggest that while internet celebrities like Jiakangge can attract attention, deeper understanding requires more than just clicks and laughs.(专家表示，虽然像‘甲亢哥’这样的网红可以吸引眼球，但更深入的理解需要的不仅仅是点击和笑声)”可知，专家建议这些网络名人类似于“甲亢哥”想要吸引更多的关注需要的不仅仅是娱乐。故选D。 4．词句猜测题。通过文章最后一段中“As platforms like TikTok and YouTube connect people globally(像TikTok和YouTube这样的平台连接着全球的人们)”可知，由于一些媒介平台例如“TikTok”和“YouTube”兴起把全球的人民都联系在了一起，由此可知，人们的在娱乐和教育的界限变得越来越模糊。结合常识，“TikTok”和“YouTube”上不仅有娱乐功能也有很多教育类的专题，所以blurrier意为“模糊的”。A选项“典型的”；B选项“先前的”；C选项“最初的”；D选项“模糊的”。故选D。 Gestures are one of the first things to come to mind that can cause cultural impoliteness. People from every culture, including various country leaders and several U.S. presidents, have been guilty of unintentionally offending people from different cultures through the use of inappropriate gestures. When it comes to body language gestures, the wisest advice might be to keep your fingers to yourself! In Brazil, Germany, Russia, and many other countries around the world, the OK sign is a very offensive gesture. The OK sign means “money” in Japan, and it is commonly used to represent “zero” in France. Although the OK sign isn’t offensive everywhere, it is not OK to use it in many parts of the world, and nor does it necessarily mean “okay” as it does in many English-speaking countries! Most people are aware that the V sign was made popular by Winston Churchill in England during WWII.However, it’s important to pay attention to where you are in the world, because if you make this gesture with your palm facing inward in Australia, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and several other countries throughout the world, it will actually mean an insult. On Inauguration (就职) Day 2005, President George W. Bush raised his fist, with the index and little finger extended, to give the hook ’em horns gesture of the Texas Longhorn football team to the marching band of the University of Texas.Newspapers around the world expressed their astonishment at the use of such a gesture.Italians refer to it as “il cornuto”, which means that your wife is betraying you. It’s also considered a curse (诅咒) in some African countries. The thumbs-up gesture is commonly used in many cultures to mean that a job well done. However, if it is used in Australia, Greece, or the Middle East, it will make people believe you are offending them. The thumbs-up gesture can also create some real problems for those who count on their fingers. In Germany, the upright thumb is used to represent the number 1; however, it represents the number 5 in Japan. Our body language often conveys more than the words we use. At times, it can completely change — or even distort (歪曲) — our words’ meaning. 1．Which of the following gestures may offend a British? A． B． C． D． 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The OK sign is only used in English-speaking countries. B．A hook ’em horns gesture can offend President George W.Bush. C．Japanese people count numbers the same way as Chinese people do. D．If you thumb up in Australia, you will make yourself unwelcome. 3．This article is intended to tell readers that they should________. A．never make gestures when communicating with others B．make their words’ meaning misunderstood C．use gestures with great care to avoid possible trouble D．convey information by using gestures 4．What can be the most suitable title? A．Gestures to Avoid in Cross-Cultural Business B．Topics to Avoid in Cross-Cultural Negotiations C．Etiquette Mistakes in International Meetings D．Verbal Taboos in Global Business Communication 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了不同文化中手势的禁忌。 1． 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Most people are aware that the V sign was made popular by Winston Churchill in England during WWII. However, it’s important to pay attention to where you are in the world, because if you make this gesture with your palm facing inward in Australia, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and several other countries throughout the world, it will actually mean an insult. (大多数人都知道，V字手势是在第二次世界大战期间由英国的Winston Churchill推广开来的。然而，重要的是要注意你在世界的哪个地方，因为如果你在澳大利亚、英国、南非以及世界上其他几个国家做这个手势时手掌向内，这实际上是一种侮辱。)”可以推断，在英国，手掌向内的V字手势可能被视为侮辱，因此会冒犯英国人。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第五段中“However, if it is used in Australia, Greece, or the Middle East, it will make people believe you are offending them. (然而，如果在澳大利亚、希腊或中东使用，人们会认为你在冒犯他们。)”可知，在澳大利亚竖起大拇指会让人觉得被冒犯，即不受欢迎。故选D。 3．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是根据文章第一段中“People from every culture，including various country leaders and several U.S. presidents，have been guilty of unintentionally offending people from different cultures through the use of inappropriate gestures. (来自各种文化的人，包括各国领导人和几位美国总统，都曾因使用不当的手势而无意中冒犯了来自不同文化的人。)”可知，作者想要告诉读者在使用手势时要非常小心，以避免可能的麻烦。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是根据文章第一段中“People from every culture，including various country leaders and several U.S. presidents，have been guilty of unintentionally offending people from different cultures through the use of inappropriate gestures. (来自各种文化的人，包括各国领导人和几位美国总统，都曾因使用不当的手势而无意中冒犯了来自不同文化的人。)”可知，文章主要讲述了在跨文化交流中应该避免使用哪些手势。因此，最适合的标题是“Gestures to Avoid in Cross-Cultural Business (跨文化事务中应避免的手势)”。故选A。 Unit 2 主题词积累：野生动物保护 一、现状描述（Current Situation） 1. 濒危状态 endangered species濒危物种 例句: Pandas are listed as endangered species due to habitat loss. threatened/vulnerable species易危物种 on the verge of extinction濒临灭绝 例句: The African elephant is on the verge of extinction because of poaching. 2. 种群数量 population decline种群数量下降 rare species稀有物种 biodiversity loss生物多样性丧失 二、保护行动（Conservation Actions） 1. 核心动词短语 protect wild animals保护野生动物 例句: Governments should take measures to protect wild animals from illegal hunting. set up nature reserves建立自然保护区 拓展: nature reserve = wildlife sanctuary ban/halt illegal trade禁止非法交易 例句: The country has banned the illegal trade of ivory. reintroduce species into the wild重新将物种放归野外 2. 政策与倡议 wildlife protection law野生动物保护法 launch conservation projects发起保护项目 例句: The "Save the Tigers" project aims to increase tiger populations. animal welfare campaign动物福利运动 captive breeding圈养繁殖（人工繁育） 3. 公众参与 raise awareness about提高…… 的意识 例句: Schools raise awareness about wildlife protection through educational activities. volunteer for wildlife rescue志愿参与野生动物救援 三、威胁因素（Threats） habitat destruction栖息地破坏 原因: deforestation（森林砍伐）、urbanization（城市化） poaching/hunting偷猎 / 捕猎 例句: Poaching is the main threat to rhinos. pollution污染 搭配: water/air pollution、plastic waste climate change气候变化 影响: melting ice caps（冰盖融化）威胁北极熊等物种 invasive species入侵物种 四、生态意义（Ecological Significance） ecosystem balance生态系统平衡 例句: Predators like wolves play a key role in maintaining ecosystem balance. keystone species关键物种（对生态系统起决定性作用） food chain/web食物链 / 网 genetic resources遗传资源 ecotourism value生态旅游价值 五、国际合作与组织（International Cooperation） WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) 世界自然基金会 例句: WWF works to protect pandas and their habitats globally. CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) 濒危野生动植物种国际贸易公约 international treaty国际条约 cross-border conservation跨境保护 例句: Migratory birds require cross-border conservation efforts. global partnership全球合作 练习 My Penguin Friend is what you’d expect from an animal picture. Except that it’s better—lifted by a smart screenplay, sensitive direction and a truly beautiful performance by Jean Reno. It’s based on a real-life event that happened about 15 years ago in a small village in Brazil. A retired fisherman named Joau, rescued a Magellanic penguin who’d been covered in oil following a tanker oil spill (泄漏). He cleaned up the penguin and nursed him back to full health with a daily diet of fish. After some months, the penguin went back into the water and continued his usual penguin life. But the penguin reunited with Joau again. He swam over 5,000 miles, from Patagonia to Brazil, for eight years in a row. And each time he stayed for several months. My Penguin Friend takes that framework and decorates it with fictional elements that reflect Joau’s sadness. Joau, played by Jean Reno, has been saddened many years over his late son. This has become a hidden barrier between him and the world, but something about caring for this animal brings a part of him back to life. Something in the way director David Schurmann films the penguin brings out the animal’s essential dignity. At heart, My Penguin Friend is about the dignity of all species of living things, and it’s a call to humanity to do right by the animals with whom we share the planet. It’s not only about what people should do for animals, but about what animals do for us and how they can reconnect us with the natural world. My Penguin Friend might not hold the interest of younger viewers. There’s a whole subplot centering on a penguin research team that really eats into the runtime without being all that appealing. While its rigid dialogue and stretches of awkward silence might not bother younger viewers the way it bothers me, they certainly impact the pacing, inviting restlessness and phone-checking. But it builds in emotion and becomes genuinely heart-warming. 1．What is My Penguin Friend mainly about? A．A rescue of an oil-covered penguin. B．A man’s deep friendship with a penguin. C．A call for humans to protect wild animals. D．A team’s extensive research into penguins. 2．What can we learn about Joau from paragraph 3? A．He regretted releasing the penguin too early. B．He pleased his son by raising the penguin. C．He had some misunderstanding of folks. D．He took great comfort from the penguin. 3．What does the author think of My Penguin Friend? A．It is lacking in pace. B．It is full of surprises. C．It takes too long to play. D．It has too much dialogue. 4．What type of writing is the text? A．A news report. B．A movie review. C．A children’s story. D．A documentary advert. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要介绍了电影My Penguin Friend的剧情、创作背景及导演意图。影片以巴西渔民救助麦哲伦企鹅的真实事件为框架，融入虚构元素展现主人公Joau与企鹅的情感联结，呼吁人类尊重自然，同时指出影片节奏拖沓等问题。 1．细节理解题​​。根据文章第二段“It’s based on a real-life event that happened about 15 years ago in a small village in Brazil. A retired fisherman named Joau, rescued a Magellanic penguin who’d been covered in oil following a tanker oil spill (泄漏). He cleaned up the penguin and nursed him back to full health with a daily diet of fish. After some months, the penguin went back into the water and continued his usual penguin life. But the penguin reunited with Joau again. He swam over 5,000 miles, from Patagonia to Brazil, for eight years in a row.(这部电影基于大约15年前发生在巴西一个小村庄的真实事件。一位名叫乔au（Joau）的退休渔夫，救了一只在油轮泄漏后被油污覆盖的麦哲伦企鹅。他清理了这只企鹅，并通过每天喂食鱼类使其完全恢复健康。几个月后，这只企鹅回到了水中，继续它平常的企鹅生活。但后来，这只企鹅又与乔au重逢了。它连续八年从巴塔哥尼亚游了超过5000英里回到巴西)”可知，电影以Joau与企鹅的真实互动为框架，展现二者跨越物种的深厚情谊。故选B项。 2．推理判断题​​。根据第三段“Joau, played by Jean Reno, has been saddened many years over his late son. This has become a hidden barrier between him and the world, but something about caring for this animal brings a part of him back to life.(由让·雷诺（Jean Reno）饰演的乔au，多年来一直为逝去的儿子而哀伤。这已然成为他与世界之间的一道隐秘屏障，但照顾这只动物的经历，让他生命的一部分重新复苏了)”可知，企鹅的陪伴让因丧子而封闭的Joau重新感受到生命的意义，企鹅成为他情感的寄托。故选D项。 3．推理判断题​​。根据第五段“There’s a whole subplot centering on a penguin research team that really eats into the runtime without being all that appealing. While its rigid dialogue and stretches of awkward silence might not bother younger viewers the way it bothers me, they certainly impact the pacing, inviting restlessness and phone-checking.(影片中有一个围绕企鹅研究团队展开的完整副线情节，着实占用了不少时长，却并不那么引人入胜。虽说它那刻板的对话以及时不时出现的尴尬沉默，可能不会像困扰我这样去影响年轻观众，但它们无疑对影片节奏造成了影响，让人坐立不安，忍不住去看手机)”可知，作者批评影片次要情节冗长、对话僵硬、沉默片段尴尬，对影片节奏造成了影响，让人坐立不安，忍不住去看手机，可推理出作者认为影片的次要情节节奏拖沓，易使观众分心。故选A项。 4．​​推理判断题​​。根据第一段“My Penguin Friend is what you’d expect from an animal picture. Except that it’s better—lifted by a smart screenplay, sensitive direction and a truly beautiful performance by Jean Reno.(《我的企鹅朋友》就是那种动物题材影片该有的样子，而且更为出色——凭借巧妙的剧本、细腻的执导以及让·雷诺极为精彩的演绎而更上一层楼)”、第二段介绍电影内容、第四段主题以及第五段“My Penguin Friend might not hold the interest of younger viewers. There’s a whole subplot centering on a penguin research team that really eats into the runtime without being all that appealing. While its rigid dialogue and stretches of awkward silence might not bother younger viewers the way it bothers me, they certainly impact the pacing, inviting restlessness and phone-checking. But it builds in emotion and becomes genuinely heart-warming(《我的企鹅朋友》可能不太能吸引年轻观众的兴趣。影片中有一个围绕企鹅研究团队展开的完整副线情节，着实占用了不少时长，却并不那么引人入胜。虽说它那刻板的对话以及时不时出现的尴尬沉默，可能不会像困扰我这样去影响年轻观众，但它们无疑对影片节奏造成了影响，让人坐立不安，忍不住去看手机。不过，这部电影在情感层面逐渐铺陈开来，最终变得十分暖心)”可知，全文围绕电影My Penguin Friend展开，分析其剧情来源、主题表达、优缺点等，符合影评的典型结构。故选B项。 Every year, over 3,000 dogs from Chihuahuas to Great Danes gather in New York City for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the oldest dog competition in the world since 1877. While audiences enjoy watching well-trained dogs showcase their skills, Paul Campanella works tirelessly backstage as the event’s chief organizer. As senior director, Campanella manages every detail from scheduling to safety. His team transforms venues like Madison Square Garden into canine competition spaces, coordinating lighting, decorations, and TV broadcasts. Planning for next year’s event begins immediately after the current show ends, with budget management being crucial. As a nonprofit organization, the club must carefully track every dollar spent on this four-day spectacle (精彩演出)。 Campanella’s journey with dogs began unexpectedly. Starting as part-time security in 2001while working as a police officer, he later created new competition categories after joining fulltime in 2013. His childhood passion for dogs — sparked by his first basset hound Starr — now fuels his work judging competitions and showcasing his own fox terrier Nigel. Organizing live events requires quick thinking and adaptability. “You must solve unexpected problems instantly,” Campanella explains. He emphasizes that success requires strong organizational skills, teamwork, and financial management abilities. Though he studied criminal justice, he recommends business education for event planning careers. What makes his challenging job rewarding? “Working with dogs daily combines my professional skills with lifelong passion,” Campanella smiles. From nervous first-time competitors to crowd-cheered champions, every wagging (摇晃) tail reminds him why careful preparation matters. His story shows how combining practical skills with personal interests can create dream careers. 1．Why is budget management crucial for the event? A．The club aims to earn maximum profits. B．Television broadcasts require special funding. C．Venues like Madison Square Garden are expensive. D．The Westminster Kennel Club is a nonprofit organization. 2．What motivated Campanella’s passion for dogs? A．His police officer career. B．His first basset hound Starr. C．Winning dog competitions. D．Television broadcasting. 3．What is Campanella’s attitude towards the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show? A．Supportive but impatient with details. B．Dismissive and passively prepared. C．Stressed yet satisfied with the outcomes. D．Enthusiastic and deeply committed. 4．Considering a career in event planning, which of the following does Campanella suggest? A．Studying criminal justice. B．Pursuing business education. C．Working part-time in security. D．Owning multiple dog training skills. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．D 4．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文，讲述了保罗・坎帕内拉作为威斯敏斯特养犬俱乐部狗展的首席组织者，管理着活动的各种细节，同时结合自身对狗的热爱，展示了将实际技能与个人兴趣相结合，创造理想职业的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据原文第二段“As a nonprofit organization, the club must carefully track every dollar spent on this four-day spectacle (精彩演出)( 作为一个非营利组织，该俱乐部必须仔细追踪在这个为期四天的精彩演出上花费的每一分钱)”可知，因为威斯敏斯特养犬俱乐部是一个非营利组织，所以必须仔细追踪在这个为期四天的精彩演出上花费的每一分钱，这说明了预算管理对该活动至关重要的原因。故选D项。 2．细节理解题。根据原文第三段“His childhood passion for dogs — sparked by his first basset hound Starr — now fuels his work judging competitions and showcasing his own fox terrier Nigel(他童年时期对狗的热爱——由他的第一只巴吉度猎犬斯塔尔激发——如今推动着他从事评判比赛以及展示他自己的猎狐梗奈杰尔的工作)”可知，他童年对狗的热情是由他的第一只巴吉度猎犬斯塔尔激发的，这也推动了他现在评判比赛和展示自己的猎狐梗奈杰尔的工作。所以是他的第一只巴吉度猎犬斯塔尔激发了他对狗的热情，故选B项。 3．推理判断题。根据第二段“Planning for next year’s event begins immediately after the current show ends, with budget management being crucial(当前演出结束后，明年活动的筹备工作即刻启动，其中预算管理至关重要)”可知，当前的展览一结束，明年的活动计划就立即开始，体现了他对活动的投入；根据最后一段“What makes his challenging job rewarding? “Working with dogs daily combines my professional skills with lifelong passion,” Campanella smiles.( 是什么让他具有挑战性的工作有意义呢？坎帕内拉微笑着说：“每天和狗一起工作，将我的专业技能与毕生的热情结合起来)”可知，坎帕内每天和狗一起工作，将专业技能与毕生的热情结合起来，表明他对这份工作充满热情。所以他对威斯敏斯特养犬俱乐部狗展是充满热情且全身心投入的，故选D项。 4．细节理解题。根据原文第四段“Though he studied criminal justice, he recommends business education for event planning careers(尽管他学的是刑事司法，但他建议从事活动策划职业的人接受商业教育)”可知，对于考虑从事活动策划职业的人，坎帕内拉建议接受商业教育，故选B项。 Honeybees can detect the unnoticeable smells of lung cancer in the lab — even the faint smell of disease floating from a patient’s breath. Inspired by the insects’ sharp sense of smell abilities, scientists connected bees to electrodes, passed different smells under the insects’ antennae (触角) and recorded their brain signals. “Different smells sparked recognizable brain activity patterns. One day, doctors might be able to use honeybees in cancer clinics as sensors for early disease detection,” said Saha, a neural engineer at Michigan State University in East Lansing. Honeybees were held in place with 3D-printed plastic harnesses while the researchers performed bee brain surgery, attaching wires to the region that processes smells. A device delivered streams of air to the insects’ antennae. Each stream could contain mixing smells, such as those breathed out by healthy people. Another mixture copied lung cancer patients’ breaths, undetectable to human noses. Using electrical signals read from the bees’ brains, researchers could distinguish between the two types of breath. In a separate experiment, Saha’s team collected air remaining above lung cells grown in the lab. The bees could successfully tell the difference between the air samples taken near healthy cells and those gathered near cells of two cancer types: small-cell lung cancer and non- small-cell lung cancer. Ongoing work in Saha’s lab has also revealed that bees’ smelling ability extends to other trace smells, like those emitted by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, or forever chemicals. “That actually blew my mind,” Saha says. “PFAS in the environment are very hard to detect.” Saha’s team hopes to use the bee smell sensor to test the breath of cancer patients. “The device’s biggest flaw is that it lasts just a few hours before the bees’ response becomes unstable,” he says. “But it works fast and spits out results in real-time. With just one bee, my team could theoretically buzz through more than 100 samples.” 1．What were the bees exposed to in the experiments? A．Printed plastics. B．Surgical tools. C．Lung cancer cells. D．Different breath or air samples. 2．What aspects of the research are discussed in paragraph 3? A．Its findings. B．Its methods. C．Its applications. D．Its influences. 3．Which word can best describe the bees’ smell? A．Sensitive. B．Limited. C．Ordinary. D．Unreliable. 4．What does the underlined word “flaw” in the last paragraph mean? A．Feature. B．Weakness. C．Benefit. D．Contribution. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了科学家如何利用蜜蜂敏锐的嗅觉能力来检测肺癌等疾病的微弱气味。文章详细描述了实验过程，包括如何将蜜蜂固定在3D打印的塑料支架上，如何将电极连接到蜜蜂处理气味的脑区，以及如何通过记录蜜蜂大脑的电信号来区分健康人和肺癌患者的呼吸气味。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“A device delivered streams of air to the insects’ antennae. Each stream could contain mixing smells, such as those breathed out by healthy people. Another mixture copied lung cancer patients’ breaths, undetectable to human noses.(一个装置向蜜蜂的触角输送气流。每一股气流中可能含有混合气味，比如健康人呼出的气味。另一种混合气味则模拟了肺癌患者的呼吸气味，而这种气味人类的鼻子是察觉不到的。)”以及第四段“In a separate experiment, Saha’s team collected air remaining above lung cells grown in the lab. The bees could successfully tell the difference between the air samples taken near healthy cells and those gathered near cells of two cancer types: small-cell lung cancer and non- small-cell lung cancer.(在另一项单独的实验中，萨哈的团队收集了在实验室中培养的肺细胞上方残留的空气。蜜蜂能够成功区分从健康细胞附近采集的空气样本，以及从两种癌症类型（小细胞肺癌和非小细胞肺癌）的细胞附近采集的空气样本。)”可知，在实验中，有装置向蜜蜂触角输送气流，气流中包含健康人呼出的气味以及模拟肺癌患者呼吸的气味；在另一个实验中，蜜蜂能区分从健康细胞附近和两种肺癌细胞附近采集的空气样本。所以蜜蜂在实验中接触到了不同的呼吸或空气样本。故选D。 2．推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Honeybees were held in place with 3D-printed plastic harnesses while the researchers performed bee brain surgery, attaching wires to the region that processes smells. A device delivered streams of air to the insects’ antennae. Each stream could contain mixing smells, such as those breathed out by healthy people. Another mixture copied lung cancer patients’ breaths, undetectable to human noses. Using electrical signals read from the bees’ brains, researchers could distinguish between the two types of breath.(当研究人员对蜜蜂进行脑部手术时，他们用3D打印的塑料装置固定住蜜蜂，将电线连接到蜜蜂处理气味的大脑区域。一个装置向蜜蜂的触角输送气流。每一股气流中可能含有混合气味，比如健康人呼出的气味。另一种混合气味则模拟了肺癌患者的呼吸气味，而这种气味人类的鼻子是察觉不到的。通过读取蜜蜂大脑发出的电信号，研究人员能够区分这两种类型的呼吸气味。)”可知，第三段主要讲述了研究人员用3D打印的塑料装置固定蜜蜂，对蜜蜂进行脑部手术并连接电线到处理气味的区域，用一个装置向蜜蜂触角输送包含不同气味（健康人呼出的气味和模拟肺癌患者呼吸的气味）的气流，最后通过读取蜜蜂大脑的电信号来区分两种呼吸气味。这些内容描述的是研究的具体操作方式和过程。故选B。 3．推理判断题。文章开篇指出“Honeybees can detect the unnoticeable smells of lung cancer in the lab—even the faint smell of disease floating from a patient’s breath.(在实验室里，蜜蜂能够探测到肺癌那难以察觉的气味——甚至是从患者呼吸中飘散出的极其微弱的患病气息。)”，即蜜蜂能够探测到实验室里肺癌难以察觉的气味，甚至是患者呼吸中飘散出的微弱的患病气息；第三段提到蜜蜂能区分健康人和肺癌患者的呼吸气味；第四段表明蜜蜂能够成功区分从健康细胞附近和两种癌症类型（小细胞肺癌和非小细胞肺癌）的细胞附近采集的空气样本；第五段还提到 “Ongoing work in Saha’s lab has also revealed that bees’ smelling ability extends to other trace smells, like those emitted by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, or forever chemicals. ‘That actually blew my mind,’ Saha says. ‘PFAS in the environment are very hard to detect.’(Saha实验室正在进行的研究还表明，蜜蜂的嗅觉能力还能探测到其他微量气味，比如全氟烷基和多氟烷基物质（通常被称为PFAS，即“永久性化学物质”）所散发的气味。“这真的让我大吃一惊，” Saha说，“环境中的PFAS非常难以检测。”)”，说明蜜蜂能探测到环境中很难检测到的PFAS等微量气味。这些都体现了蜜蜂嗅觉的灵敏。故选A。 4．词义猜测题。根据划线单词所在语境“The device’s biggest flaw is that it lasts just a few hours before the bees’ response becomes unstable,” he says. “But it works fast and spits out results in real-time. With just one bee, my team could theoretically buzz through more than 100 samples.”(“这种装置最大的……是，在蜜蜂的反应变得不稳定之前，它只能持续工作几个小时，”他说，“但它工作速度很快，能够实时给出检测结果。从理论上来说，仅用一只蜜蜂，我的团队就能快速检测超过100个样本。”)”可知，划线单词下文提到了这个装置的优点，如工作速度快、能实时给出结果等，而前面说这个装置最大的“flaw”是在蜜蜂的反应变得不稳定之前它只能持续工作几个小时。“but”表示转折，说明前面提到的是这个装置不好的方面。选项B“weakness”，意为“弱点”，与此相符。故选B。 Unit 3 主题词积累：互联网 一、核心概念（Core Concepts） 1. 基础术语 the Internet互联网 例句: The Internet has transformed the way people communicate and access information. network technology网络技术 digital era/age数字时代 cyberspace网络空间 2. 连接与设备 go online/surf the Internet上网 wireless network (WiFi)无线网络 mobile device移动设备（如 smartphone、tablet） be connected to连接到…… 例句: Most public places are connected to high-speed WiFi. 二、应用场景（Applications） 1. 信息获取与传播 search for information搜索信息 例句: Students often use search engines to research academic topics. online news/media在线新闻 / 媒体 social media platform社交媒体平台（如 Facebook、WeChat） spread/viral content传播 / 病毒式传播内容 2. 学习与工作 e-learning/online course在线学习 / 课程 例句: During the pandemic, e-learning became a primary mode of education. remote work/telecommuting远程工作 digital library数字图书馆 online collaboration tool在线协作工具（如 Google Docs、Tencent Meeting） 3. 生活服务 e-commerce/online shopping电子商务 / 网购 例句: Alibaba has revolutionized e-commerce in China. mobile payment移动支付 online booking/reservation在线预订（如机票、酒店） food delivery app外卖应用 4. 娱乐与社交 streaming service流媒体服务（如 Netflix、Spotify） online gaming在线游戏 video chat/live broadcast视频聊天 / 直播 virtual reality (VR)/augmented reality (AR) 虚拟现实 / 增强现实 三、利弊分析（Advantages and Disadvantages） 1. 优势 convenient and efficient方便高效 例句: Online shopping is convenient and efficient for busy consumers. break down geographical barriers打破地理障碍 access to global information获取全球信息 promote communication促进交流 2. 弊端 information overload信息过载 addiction to the Internet网络成瘾 例句: Excessive online gaming may lead to addiction. cyberbullying网络欺凌 privacy leakage隐私泄露 拓展: personal data protection 个人数据保护 fake news/misinformation虚假新闻 / 错误信息 四、安全与规范（Security and Regulations） cybersecurity网络安全 例句: Governments must strengthen cybersecurity to prevent hacking. protect personal privacy保护个人隐私 set up a firewall安装防火墙 online etiquette/netiquette网络礼仪 cyber law网络法律 五、未来发展（Future Development） artificial intelligence (AI) 人工智能 搭配: AI-powered service 人工智能服务 the Internet of Things (IoT) 物联网 5G/6G technology 5G/6G 技术 digital transformation数字化转型 blockchain technology区块链技术 练习 The suitcase-sized, self-driving electric vehicles are much greener than many traditional food delivery methods due to low-, or even zero-carbon emissions (排放). In this study, participants with more environmental awareness and knowledge about carbon emissions were more likely to choose the robots as a delivery method. The green influence went away when people perceived the robots as a high-risk choice — worried that their food would be late, cold or otherwise spoiled before it arrived. The findings indicate a way to promote delivery robots. “Much of the marketing focus has been on the functionality and the convenience of these automatic delivery robots, but most importantly, it would enhance these efforts to promote their green aspects as well,” said lead author Jennifer Han, a doctoral student in a university. Han found a strong correlation between high-ranked statements related to carbon emissions and the willingness to use the automatic delivery robots. That connection broke, however, among people who thought using the technology was risky. “When people had a higher perceived risk about using the robots, they ignored the environmental concerns, but people who had less perceived risk were more strongly attached to this decision mechanism,” said Han. “So, it was pretty clear that functional reliability must come first, then environmental benefits.” A sharp increase in online food orders has raised traffic jams and emissions as gas-powered vehicles deliver meals. More food service businesses are turning to automatic delivery robots to do so-called “last mile” delivery. Robots may appeal to businesses simply because they help meet the growing demand for delivery services, but as this study indicates, their ability to limit carbon emissions may also prove a powerful motivator for consumers. Han suggested that companies could highlight the delivery robots’ environmental advantages by displaying a calculation of the emissions of each delivery method. “Reducing this much of carbon footprint through robots would be one cue (暗示) to promote those purchasing behaviors, if consumers have a big interest in environmental issues,” she said. 1．What reduced robots’ environmental appeal? A．Their area unavailability. B．Their high delivery costs. C．People’s doubts about their reliability. D．People’s lack of environmental awareness. 2．What should companies focus on to better promote delivery robots? A．Reducing traffic jams. B．Improving their delivery speed. C．Lowering their production costs. D．Highlighting their reliability and environmental benefits. 3．Why has “last mile” delivery become a concern for food service businesses? A．Consumers prefer a cheaper delivery option. B．Government adopts strict rules on vehicle emissions. C．Delivery robots lose the competitive advantage. D．Traditional vehicle delivery raises a set of issues. 4．What did Han suggest doing to highlight delivery robots’ environment advantages? A．Increasing the number of robots in busy areas. B．Providing real-time data about delivery emissions. C．Offering free trials of robot delivery services. D．Training consumers to operate delivery robots. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．D 4．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章围绕送餐机器人展开，介绍了其环保优势、推广要点以及应用背景。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句“The green influence went away when people perceived the robots as a high-risk choice — worried that their food would be late, cold or otherwise spoiled before it arrived.( 当人们认为机器人是一个高风险的选择时，绿色的影响就消失了——担心他们的食物会迟到、变冷或在到达之前变质)”可知，当人们认为使用送餐机器人是高风险选择，担心食物会迟到、变冷或变质时，机器人的环保吸引力就消失了，也就是人们对其可靠性的怀疑降低了机器人的环保吸引力。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段中“So, it was pretty clear that functional reliability must come first, then environmental benefits.(因此，很明显，功能可靠性必须放在第一位，然后才是环境效益)”以及最后一段中“Han suggested that companies could highlight the delivery robots’ environmental advantages by displaying a calculation of the emissions of each delivery method.(韩建议，公司可以通过显示每种送货方式的排放量计算来突出送货机器人的环境优势)”可知，公司要更好地推广送餐机器人，应首先关注其功能可靠性，然后突出其环保优势。故选D项。 3．推理判断题。根据第五段中“A sharp increase in online food orders has raised traffic jams and emissions as gas-powered vehicles deliver meals. More food service businesses are turning to automatic delivery robots to do so-called “last mile” delivery.( 网上订餐数量的急剧增长，加剧了交通堵塞和排放问题，因为汽油驱动的车辆送餐。越来越多的食品服务企业开始使用自动送货机器人来完成所谓的“最后一英里”送货)”可推知，由于传统燃油车送餐导致交通堵塞和排放增加等一系列问题，所以“最后一英里”配送成为食品服务企业关注的问题，他们转而使用自动送餐机器人。故选D项。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Han suggested that companies could highlight the delivery robots’ environmental advantages by displaying a calculation of the emissions of each delivery method.(韩建议，公司可以通过显示每种送货方式的排放量计算来突出送货机器人的环境优势)”可知，韩建议公司通过展示每种配送方式的排放量计算结果，即提供关于配送排放的实时数据，来突出送餐机器人的环保优势。故选B项。 Bala Murugan, a computer scientist from India, has developed a small drone equipped with AI to help farmers detect diseases in their trees. This tinyML device, which doesn’t require Internet connectivity, can identify diseased leaves with high accuracy, reducing the need for excessive pesticide (农药超标) use. TinyML, a low-cost, low-power AI technology, is increasingly being adopted in resource-poor regions like the Global South. Murugan’s innovation is part of a broader trend in tinyML, which offers specialized capabilities and is transformative for specific tasks. Unlike large language models, tinyML devices are modest in capability but can be powerful in applications like agriculture, healthcare, and environmental monitoring. For instance, João Yamashita, an electronics engineer at UNIFEI in Brazil, uses tinyML to detect coffee plant diseases, while Rosdiadee Nordin in Malaysia monitors river pollution. The rise of tinyML is a response to the high costs and environmental impact of large AI models that require significant resources. TinyML models use less data and can run on microcontroller chips, making them affordable and accessible. Much of the software, hardware, and data sets for tinyML are open source, allowing researchers to modify and improve them. TinyML devices are becoming more powerful as microcontrollers evolve (发展). They can run for weeks on low-power batteries and don’t need Internet connectivity, making them ideal for remote areas. Despite their limited capabilities, tinyML could enable AI to be everywhere, tackling bigger tasks when many devices work together. Marcelo Jose Rovai, a data scientist, believes tinyML is the future, especially for developing countries. TinyML represents a shift towards more sustainable and accessible AI solutions, particularly beneficial for the Global South, where it’s being used to solve local problems in agriculture, health, and the environment. As tinyML devices become more powerful and widespread, they hold the potential to bring AI to every corner of the world. As Yamashita puts it, “TinyML will enable AI to, in fact, go everywhere.” 1．What is the main function of the tinyML device designed by Murugan? A．To upgrade and equip AL. B．To provide Internet connection. C．To find illness on plants’ leaves. D．To improve agricultural production. 2．Why are João Yamashita and Rosdiadee Nordin mentioned in paragraph 2? A．To prove various applications of tinyML. B．To assistant farmers with coffee plant diseases. C．To recommend using tinyML in river pollution. D．To compare tinyML and large language models. 3．What can be inferred about tinyML from paragraph 3? A．It is by no means cost-effective. B．It requires much energy consumption. C．It is more powerful than microcontrollers. D．It is very convenient in resource-poor areas. 4．What is Yamashita’s attitude to tinyML? A．Unconcerned. B．Supportive. C．Doubtful. D．Submissive. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章通过介绍tinyML技术及其在不同领域的应用，展示了其作为一种低成本、低功耗的AI技术如何在资源匮乏的地区得到广泛应用，并对未来的发展趋势进行了展望。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Bala Murugan, a computer scientist from India, has developed a small drone equipped with AI to help farmers detect diseases in their trees. This tinyML device, which doesn’t require Internet connectivity, can identify diseased leaves with high accuracy, reducing the need for excessive pesticide use. (来自印度的计算机科学家Bala Murugan开发了一种配备AI的小型无人机，帮助农民检测树木的疾病。这种tinyML设备不需要互联网连接，能够高精度地识别病叶，减少对过量农药的需求)”可知，Murugan设计的tinyML设备的主要功能是检测植物叶片上的疾病，故选C项。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段“Unlike large language models, tinyML devices are modest in capability but can be powerful in applications like agriculture, healthcare, and environmental monitoring. For instance, João Yamashita, an electronics engineer at UNIFEI in Brazil, uses tinyML to detect coffee plant diseases, while Rosdiadee Nordin in Malaysia monitors river pollution. (与大型语言模型不同，tinyML设备的能力有限，但在农业、医疗保健和环境监测等应用领域却能发挥强大作用。例如，巴西UNIFEI的电子工程师João Yamashita使用tinyML检测咖啡植物的疾病，而马来西亚的Rosdiadee Nordin监测河流污染)”可知，提到João Yamashita和Rosdiadee Nordin是为了证明tinyML在不同领域的广泛应用，故选A项。 3．推理判断题。根据第三段“TinyML models use less data and can run on microcontroller chips, making them affordable and accessible. Much of the software, hardware, and data sets for tinyML are open source, allowing researchers to modify and improve them. TinyML devices are becoming more powerful as microcontrollers evolve. They can run for weeks on low-power batteries and don’t need Internet connectivity, making them ideal for remote areas. (tinyML模型使用较少的数据，并且可以在微控制器芯片上运行，这使得它们价格实惠且易于获取。tinyML的大部分软件、硬件和数据集都是开源的，允许研究人员进行修改和改进。随着微控制器的发展，tinyML设备变得越来越强大。它们可以在低功耗电池上运行数周，且不需要互联网连接，这使得它们非常适合偏远地区)”可知，tinyML在资源匮乏的地区非常方便使用，故选D项。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“As tinyML devices become more powerful and widespread, they hold the potential to bring AI to every corner of the world. As Yamashita puts it, “TinyML will enable AI to, in fact, go everywhere.” (随着tinyML设备变得越来越强大和普及，它们有潜力将AI带到世界的每一个角落。正如Yamashita所说：“tinyML将使AI真正无处不在。”)”可知，Yamashita对tinyML持支持态度，故选B项。 In recent years, eatable water balls have emerged as a creative way to reduce plastic waste. These small, transparent balls, often referred to as “water pods,” hold drinking water inside a biodegradable cover made from natural materials like seaweed. Unlike plastic bottles that take centuries to break down, these eatable containers can melt in the mouth quickly or be turned into natural fertilizer, offering a promising alternative to address pollution. The science behind eatable water balls relies on a process called spherification (球化技术), which was first applied in cooking experiments to shape liquids into round forms using special chemicals. While this method has been popularized in high-end restaurants for creating visually appealing dishes, scientists have adapted it for mass production to tackle global sustainability challenges. Each pod, typically holding 50-100 milliliters of water, is produced strong enough to be carried without breaking, making it convenient for people at sports events, festivals, or daily travel. One of the most significant advantages of eatable water balls lies in their potential to dramatically cut down single-use plastic consumption. A study conducted by environmental researchers estimated that replacing just 10% of plastic bottles with eatable alternatives could remove over 5 billion plastic units annually, thus reducing ocean pollution and protecting marine ecosystems. Furthermore, the production process requires fewer fossil fuels compared to plastic manufacturing, contributing to lower carbon emissions and matching international climate goals outlined in agreements like the Paris Accord. Despite their benefits, eatable water pods face challenges in widespread adoption. Critics say their production cost is high because the cover must be both strong and quick to break down naturally, making them less affordable for low-income populations. Plus, people may worry about cleanliness and feel uncomfortable with the idea of eating packaging, which requires education to shift consumer behavior. In conclusion, eatable water balls represent a combination of innovation and sustainability, offering a real step toward a plastic-free future: As technology advances and social awareness grows, this novel solution may soon become a mainstream choice, reshaping how humanity interacts with one of its most vital resources differently — water. 1．What can be learned about water pods from Paragraph 1? A．The containers are easy to break down. B．The containers are made from recycled plastic. C．They were first used to fight pollution. D．They can replace natural fertilizer. 2．Why are water pods eco-friendly according to the passage? A．They can be recycled into plastic materials easily. B．They are recommended by the Paris Accord. C．They enhance water flavor and safety. D．They are produced with less energy. 3．What makes it tough to employ water pods widely? A．Being inconvenient to carry and terrible flavor. B．Costliness and denial of consumers. C．The shortage of raw materials to make them. D．The doubt of their safety. 4．What can be learned from the last paragraph? A．Social awareness will affect the promotion of water pods. B．The design of water pods conflicts with human needs. C．Water pods are suitable for mainstream markets. D．Water pods will change the feature of water. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了可食用水球作为一种创新方式来减少塑料垃圾，包括其制作原理、优势、面临的挑战以及未来的发展前景。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段中“Unlike plastic bottles that take centuries to break down, these eatable containers can melt in the mouth quickly or be turned into natural fertilizer, offering a promising alternative to address pollution. (与需要数百年才能分解的塑料瓶不同，这些可食用容器要么能在口中快速融化，要么可转化为天然肥料，为解决污染问题提供了一种颇具前景的替代方案)”可知，可食用水球的容器很容易分解。故选A。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段中“Furthermore, the production process requires fewer fossil fuels compared to plastic manufacturing, contributing to lower carbon emissions and matching international climate goals outlined in agreements like the Paris Accord. (此外，与塑料制造相比，生产过程需要的化石燃料更少，有助于降低碳排放，符合《巴黎协定》等协议中概述的国际气候目标)”可知，可食用水球在生产过程中消耗的能源更少，因此它们是环保的。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段中“Critics say their production cost is high because the cover must be both strong and quick to break down naturally, making them less affordable for low-income populations. Plus, people may worry about cleanliness and feel uncomfortable with the idea of eating packaging, which requires education to shift consumer behavior. (批评人士说，它们的生产成本很高，因为包装必须既坚固又能快速自然分解，这使得低收入人群难以负担得起。此外，人们可能会担心清洁问题，对吃包装的想法感到不舒服，这需要通过教育来改变消费者的行为)”可知，可食用水球难以广泛使用的原因是成本高昂以及消费者不接受 (对吃包装感到不舒服)。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“As technology advances and social awareness grows, this novel solution may soon become a mainstream choice, reshaping how humanity interacts with one of its most vital resources differently — water. (随着技术的进步和社会意识的提高，这种新颖的解决方案可能很快就会成为主流选择，重塑人类与水这一最重要资源之一的互动方式)”可知，社会意识将影响可食用水球的推广。故选A。 Unit 4 主题词积累：历史与传统 一、历史概念（Historical Concepts） 1. 历史时期与事件 ancient history古代史 例句: Ancient history teaches us about the rise and fall of civilizations. modern history近代史 key historical events关键历史事件 historical period历史时期（如 the Renaissance 文艺复兴时期） 2. 文明与社会 civilization文明 搭配: ancient civilization 古代文明 /oriental civilization 东方文明 society社会 拓展: primitive society 原始社会 /feudal society 封建社会 historical figure历史人物 例句: Confucius is a prominent historical figure in Chinese culture. 二、传统元素（Traditional Elements） 1. 文化符号 traditional festival传统节日 例句: The Spring Festival is the most important traditional festival in China. folk custom民俗 traditional costume传统服饰（如 cheongsam 旗袍、kimono 和服） calligraphy/painting书法 / 绘画 拓展: Chinese calligraphy 中国书法 2. 手工艺与技艺 handicraft手工艺品 搭配: traditional handicraft 传统手工艺品 intangible cultural heritage非物质文化遗产（如 paper-cutting 剪纸、Peking Opera 京剧） handicraft skill手工技艺 folk art民间艺术 3. 语言与文学 ancient poetry古诗 例句: Students learn to appreciate ancient poetry in Chinese literature classes. proverb/saying谚语 / 俗语 classic literature经典文学 拓展: Dream of the Red Chamber 《红楼梦》 三、文化遗产（Cultural Heritage） 1. 物质遗产 historical relics历史遗迹 例句: The Forbidden City is a treasure trove of historical relics. cultural site文化遗址 搭配: UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site 联合国教科文组织世界文化遗产地 antique古董 monument纪念碑 / 纪念馆 2. 保护与传承 preserve cultural heritage保护文化遗产 例句: It’s vital to preserve cultural heritage for future generations. pass down traditions传承传统 cultural preservation文化保护 revive traditional customs复兴传统习俗 四、历史研究（Historical Research） 1. 研究方法 historical document历史文献 例句: Scholars rely on historical documents to study past events. archaeological discovery考古发现 historical record历史记录 oral history口述历史 2. 意义与价值 learn from history以史为鉴 例句: We should learn from history to avoid repeating mistakes. cultural identity文化认同 historical significance历史意义 broaden historical horizons拓宽历史视野 五、现代关联（Modern Connection） combine tradition with modernity传统与现代结合 例句: Many designers combine traditional patterns with modern fashion. traditional values传统价值观（如 filial piety 孝道、harmony 和谐） cultural conflict文化冲突 globalized era全球化时代 练习 People, especially women, have begun to look at travel in a new way in recent years. Instead of waiting for their partners, family or friends to join them in heading out on a new adventure, many women these days are happily going it alone. An example is the private Facebook group Solo Female Travelers, which was started by Meg Jerrard and Mar Pages in 2015. Their plan back then was to “connect women who loved to travel solo”. At first, there were only a few hundred members. Today, nearly 350,000 members from across the globe are in the group. A photo-sharing site called Pinterest notes that in 2024, searches for “solo traveling” have increased by 145%, while a recent survey shows over 59% of travelers plan to travel solo in the coming year. Not only women, but men are also going it alone. And people of all ages are planning to leave literally everything and everyone behind, with some staying not too far from home and others circling the planet for new explorations. “We do an annual survey of our group, and more than 80% of the members agree that solo travel is a choice, and that the lack of a travel partner is not a key motivator. They want more freedom, and they hope to have a break from routines. Also, they explore the world on their own while relaxing and achieving personal growth,” Jerrard explained. Traditionally, cruise companies (邮轮公司) that take adventurers to faraway places always charge solo travelers who use a cabin (舱室) alone extra money, often resulting in the travelers paying nearly the same amount as two people sharing a cabin. But with so many people welcoming the idea of solo travel, that has been one of the first things to fall, as cruise companies rethink their rules. Other travel providers, such as package tour companies and hotels, have also recognized the movement, making unique and detailed changes to satisfy the expectations of solo travelers. While solo traveling isn’t quite perfect yet—think waiters who might ignore solo diners, safety matters, or assumptions from others that “solo travel” means “lonely travel”, this new type of travel has arrived and is here to stay. So, where are you going next on your own? 1．What conclusion can be drawn from the first two paragraphs? A．Most women used to enjoy traveling in groups. B．Social media plays an important role in tourism. C．Women are more creative than men when traveling. D．Traveling alone is becoming more and more popular. 2．What is the main reason for people who travel alone? A．The love for going off the beaten track. B．The need for developing independence. C．The efforts to find like-minded friends. D．The desire to have more personal space. 3．Why are travel providers mentioned in Paragraph 4? A．To indicate travel depends on different elements. B．To show they are meeting solo travelers’ demands. C．To ask the tourism industry to improve its services. D．To point out the difficulties of welcoming solo travelers. 4．What is the author’s attitude towards traveling alone? A．Positive. B．Negative. C．Worried. D．Doubtful. 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了独自旅行（尤其是女性独自旅行）变得越来越流行的现象。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Instead of waiting for their partners, family or friends to join them in heading out on a new adventure, many women these days are happily going it alone.(如今，许多女性不再等待伴侣、家人或朋友加入她们的冒险，而是欣然接受独自出行。)”和第二段“A photo-sharing site called Pinterest notes that in 2024, searches for “solo traveling” have increased by 145%, while a recent survey shows over 59% of travelers plan to travel solo in the coming year.(图片分享网站指出，2024年“独自旅行”的搜索增加了145%，而最近一项调查显示，超过59%的旅行者计划在来年独自旅行。)”可知，越来越多的人选择独自旅行，因此独自旅行变得越来越流行。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第三段““We do an annual survey of our group, and more than 80% of the members agree that solo travel is a choice, and that the lack of a travel partner is not a key motivator. They want more freedom, and they hope to have a break from routines. Also, they explore the world on their own while relaxing and achieving personal growth,” Jerrard explained.( Jerrard解释道：“我们每年都会对群组成员进行调查，超过80%的成员认为独自旅行是一种选择，而不是因为缺乏旅伴而不得不独自出行，他们想要更多的自由，希望从日常琐事中解脱出来。而且，他们在放松的同时，通过自己的方式探索世界，实现个人成长。”)”可知，人们独自旅行的主要原因是渴望拥有更多的个人空间和自由。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据文章倒数第二段“Other travel providers, such as package tour companies and hotels, have also recognized the movement, making unique and detailed changes to satisfy the expectations of solo travelers.(其他旅游服务提供商，也认识到了这一趋势，并做出了独特而细致的调整，以满足独自旅行者的期望。)”等内容可知，本段前文提到，随着独自旅行的兴起，邮轮公司、旅游公司和酒店等旅游服务提供商开始调整规则和服务，以满足独自旅行者的需求。因此，提及这些提供商是为了说明他们也正在满足独自旅行者的需求。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“While solo traveling isn’t quite perfect yet — think waiters who might ignore solo diners, safety matters, or assumptions from others that “solo travel” means “lonely travel”, this new type of travel has arrived and is here to stay.(尽管独自旅行还不完全完美——比如服务员可能会忽视独自用餐的旅客，安全问题或其他人认为“独自旅行”等于“孤独旅行”的假设——但这种新型旅行方式已经到来，并将持续发展。)”可知，作者认为独自旅行方式已经到来并将继续存在，因此作者对独自旅行持积极态度。故选A。 Ghanaian photojournalist Paul Ninson arrived in New York five years ago with a passion for visual storytelling. To his surprise, the city’s libraries and museums held more photographs documenting Africa’s past and present than he had ever seen in Ghana. “How could our history be better kept here than at home?” he wondered. This realization became the start of his life’s work: to build a library in Ghana where Africans could reclaim their stories through photography. Growing up, Ninson loved family stories told by his grandparents, but photography was seen as an unwise career choice in Ghana. However, he sold his iPhone to buy a camera and taught himself the skill. His early projects, like recording a Kenyan community started by women escaping violence, strengthened his belief that Africans must own their visual history. In 2019, Ninson joined a photography school in New York. There, he eagerly read hundreds of photobooks — a clear difference from Ghana, where such books were rare. When museums refused to share their records, Ninson promised to build his own library. He searched secondhand stores, asked publishers for help, and filled storage units with over 30,000 books, even using up all his credit card limits. His friend Brandon Stanton’s $1.2 million online fundraiser made the dream possible. With the funds, Ninson shipped the books to Ghana and established the library. On a December morning in 2022, the Dikan Center — “take the lead” in Ghana’s Akan language — opened in Accra, near the Gulf of Guinea’s historic coast. The library’s two collections celebrate African views: one focuses on Africa and Africans living abroad, the other displays works by photographers worldwide. Among its treasures is Ninson’s first New York purchase: The Gold Coast Yesterday and Today, a 1940s photobook documenting Ghana’s history before it gained independence in 1957. “It reminds us where we’ve been and where we’re going,” he says. 1．What inspired Ninson to create African’s own visual history? A．Finding photobooks in secondhand stores. B．Studying at a New York photography school. C．Developing his family storytelling traditions. D．Finding more African records overseas than locally. 2．Why is The Gold Coast Yesterday and Today important? A．It contains stories from his grandparents. B．It was donated by a photography school. C．It shows Ghana’s history under foreign rule. D．It was Ninson’s first photobook purchase in New York. 3．What best describes Paul Ninson’s character as highlighted in the text? A．Ambitious and humorous. B．Creative and sympathetic. C．Conventional and home-centered. D．Committed and forward-thinking. 4．What does Ninson’s story mainly inspire us to do? A．Value teamwork in cultural projects. B．Use technology to document history. C．Pursue cultural goals through determined action. D．Rely on external institutions for heritage protection. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了加纳摄影记者保罗·尼森为了重拾非洲的视觉历史，在纽约收集了大量摄影书籍，并最终在加纳建立了迪坎中心图书馆的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段后三句“To his surprise, the city’s libraries and museums held more photographs documenting Africa’s past and present than he had ever seen in Ghana. “How could our history be better kept here than at home?” he wondered. This realization became the start of his life’s work: to build a library in Ghana where Africans could reclaim their stories through photography. (令他惊讶的是，这座城市的图书馆和博物馆收藏了比他在加纳见过的更多的记录非洲过去和现在的照片。“为什么我们的历史在这里比在家里保存得更好?”他想知道。这一认识成为了他毕生工作的起点：在加纳建立一个图书馆，让非洲人可以通过摄影重拾他们的故事。)”可知，是尼森发现海外比本地有更多的非洲记录，这激发了他创造非洲人自己的视觉历史的灵感。故选D项。 2．细节理解题。根据最后一段后两句“Among its treasures is Ninson’s first New York purchase: The Gold Coast Yesterday and Today, a 1940s photobook documenting Ghana’s history before it gained independence in 1957. “It reminds us where we’ve been and where we’re going,” he says. (在它的珍宝中，有尼森在纽约的第一件藏品:《黄金海岸的昨天和今天》，这是一本20世纪40年代的摄影集，记录了加纳在1957年独立之前的历史。“它提醒我们，我们来自哪里，要去哪里，”他说。）”可知，《黄金海岸的昨天和今天》重要是因为它展示了加纳在外国统治下的历史。故选C项。 3．推理判断题。根据第三段后四句“When museums refused to share their records, Ninson promised to build his own library. He searched secondhand stores, asked publishers for help, and filled storage units with over 30,000 books, even using up all his credit card limits. His friend Brandon Stanton’s $1.2 million online fundraiser made the dream possible. With the funds, Ninson shipped the books to Ghana and established the library. (当博物馆拒绝分享他们的记录时，尼森承诺要建立自己的图书馆。他搜遍了二手商店，向出版商寻求帮助，并在仓库里塞满了3万多本书，甚至用完了所有的信用卡额度。他的朋友布兰登·斯坦顿在网上筹集了120万美元，使这个梦想成为可能。有了这笔资金，尼森把这些书运到了加纳，并建立了图书馆。)”可知，尼森承诺建立自己的图书馆，并且努力实现，说明他是一个有决心的人；根据最后一段前两句“On a December morning in 2022, the Dikan Center — “take the lead” in Ghana’s Akan language — opened in Accra, near the Gulf of Guinea’s historic coast. The library’s two collections celebrate African views: one focuses on Africa and Africans living abroad, the other displays works by photographers worldwide. (2022年12月的一个早晨，迪坎中心——在加纳的阿肯语中意为“领先”——在几内亚湾历史悠久的海岸附近的阿克拉开业。图书馆的两个馆藏展示了非洲的观点:一个关注非洲和生活在国外的非洲人，另一个展示世界各地摄影师的作品。)”可知，尼森不仅关注非洲，还关注生活在国外的非洲人，并展示世界各地摄影师的作品，说明他是一个有远见的人。由此可推知，保罗·尼森的性格可以用“有决心和有远见”来形容。故选D项。 4．推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章讲述了加纳摄影记者保罗·尼森从意识到非洲的历史在国外保存得更好，到决定建立图书馆让非洲人通过摄影找回他们的故事，并且通过自己的努力，包括学习、寻找书籍、筹集资金等行动来实现这个目标。因此，他的故事主要激励我们通过坚定的行动来追求文化目标。故选C项。 The Sunshine Coast stretches from the Glass House Mountains to Noosa — about a 50-minute drive along the Bruce Highway. While known for its beach holidays, the inland areas offer more variety and natural beauty. The town of Mapleton, located a 30-minute drive inland, sits among green rainforests and waterfalls. Green Spaces Mount Ninderry offers a peaceful 45-minute walk through bushland. The Blackall Range features Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, home to old-growth rainforest with huge fig (无花果) trees and tall pines. The Platypus Walk along Obi Obi Creek is famous for its wildlife, while Tea Tree Bay in Noosa National Park provides a quiet swimming spot away from the crowds. Nightlife The Sunshine Coast starts early — beaches and coffee shops are busy by 6am. Evening activities include Saltwater Eco Tours through the Mooloolaba canals, featuring local food and music on a wooden boat. The Sunshine Beach Surf Club offers sunset views, while Mapleton Public House hosts live music shows. Local Events The Rangebow Festival in August celebrates pride with a special drag show in Maleny Community Hall. For markets, locals prefer Yandina on Saturdays for plants, while the monthly Witta Market offers a relaxed atmosphere with music. Afterward, visitors can enjoy cheese tasting at Kenilworth Dairies. Places to Stay Maleny Lodge (from $200) features old-fashioned bathtubs and antique furniture. Habitat Noosa offers camping by Lake Cootharaba, with options ranging from basic sites ($35) to luxury tents ($210). The Imperial Hotel in Eumundi (from $220) is known for local art and its location near the markets. 1．What can visitors do at Tea Tree Bay? A．Watch a wildlife show. B．Enjoy a peaceful swim. C．Walk through the rainforest. D．Listen to live music. 2．What do Saltwater Eco Tours feature? A．Bushland walks. B．Sunset views. C．Cheese tasting. D．Local food and music. 3．Which place to stay is most suitable for a nature-loving backpacker? A．Habitat Noosa. B．Maleny Lodge. C．The Imperial Hotel. D．Mapleton Public House. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了阳光海岸的自然风光、夜生活、当地活动和住宿选择，突出了该地区独特的自然景观和休闲氛围，为游客提供了全面的旅游参考。 1．细节理解题。根据Green Spaces部分中“while Tea Tree Bay in Noosa National Park provides a quiet swimming spot away from the crowds(而努沙国家公园的茶树湾则提供了一个远离人群的安静游泳场所)”可知，游客可以在茶树湾享受平静的游泳。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据Nightlife部分中“Evening activities include Saltwater Eco Tours through the Mooloolaba canals, featuring local food and music on a wooden boat.( 晚上的活动包括穿越莫罗拉巴运河的咸水生态之旅，在木船上欣赏当地美食和音乐)”可知，盐水生态之旅的特色是当地的食物和音乐。故选D项。 3．细节理解题。根据Places to Stay部分中“Habitat Noosa offers camping by Lake Cootharaba, with options ranging from basic sites ($35) to luxury tents ($210).(Habitat Noosa提供在库塔拉巴湖（Lake Cootharaba）露营的服务，从基本营地（35美元）到豪华帐篷（210美元），应有尽有)”可知，Habitat Noosa提供露营服务，最适合热爱大自然的背包客。故选A项。 Unit 5 主题词积累：音乐 一、音乐类型（Music Genres） 1. 流行与经典 pop music流行音乐 例句: Pop music is widely popular among teenagers for its catchy melodies. classical music古典音乐 拓展: classical composer 古典作曲家（如 Beethoven 贝多芬） rock music摇滚音乐 搭配: rock band 摇滚乐队 jazz爵士乐 2. 民族与世界音乐 folk music民间音乐 例句: Chinese folk music often features traditional instruments like the guzheng. traditional music传统音乐 world music世界音乐（融合不同文化元素） ethnic music民族音乐 3. 现代与电子音乐 hip-hop嘻哈音乐 electronic music (EDM)电子音乐 rap说唱音乐 R&B (Rhythm and Blues)节奏布鲁斯 二、音乐元素（Music Elements） 1. 基础术语 melody旋律 例句: The melody of this song is simple but memorable. rhythm节奏 搭配: strong rhythm 强烈的节奏 lyrics歌词 beat节拍 2. 乐器与声音 instrument乐器 分类: string instruments 弦乐器（如 guitar 吉他、violin 小提琴） wind instruments 管乐器（如 flute 长笛、trumpet 小号） percussion instruments 打击乐器（如 drum 鼓、xylophone 木琴） voice嗓音 例句: Her voice is warm and full of emotion. harmony和声 tempo节奏速度（如 fast tempo 快节奏） 三、音乐活动（Music Activities） 1. 表演与创作 perform表演 例句: The band will perform at the school concert next week. compose music创作音乐 拓展: composer 作曲家 sing/play an instrument唱歌 / 演奏乐器 improvise即兴创作 2. 聆听与欣赏 listen to music听音乐 搭配: listen to music through headphones 用耳机听音乐 appreciate music欣赏音乐 attend a concert参加音乐会 music festival音乐节 例句: Glastonbury Festival is one of the most famous music festivals in the UK. 3. 比赛与奖项 music competition音乐比赛 singing contest歌唱比赛 Grammy Awards格莱美奖（需大写） Oscar for Best Original Song奥斯卡最佳原创歌曲奖 四、音乐相关职业与场所（Professions & Venues） 1. 职业 singer/musician歌手 / 音乐家 drummer/pianist/guitarist鼓手 / 钢琴家 / 吉他手（具体乐器 + ist 后缀） conductor指挥家 DJ (Disc Jockey) 唱片骑师 2. 场所 concert hall音乐厅 例句: The Sydney Opera House is a famous concert hall worldwide. stadium体育场（大型演出场地） recording studio录音棚 karaoke bar卡拉 OK 酒吧 五、音乐文化与影响（Culture & Influence） music therapy音乐疗法 例句: Music therapy is used to help people with emotional or physical issues. cross-cultural communication跨文化交流（通过音乐） music as a universal language音乐作为世界语言 emotional expression情感表达 例句: Music provides a way for people to express their emotions. music industry音乐产业 music trends音乐潮流 练习 A previously unknown piece of music composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was recently uncovered at a library in Germany, researchers with the Leipzig Municipal Library said in a statement. The newly discovered Serenade in C is a work made up of seven tiny pieces for a string trio (三重奏) and lasting around 12 minutes. It was uncovered in the collection of the Leipzig Municipal Library while researchers were working on a new edition of the Kochel Catalogue (目录) of Mozart’s works. Every couple of decades, researchers will include new works, revisions, and other changes that Mozart scholars discover over the years. The new work appears to have been written early in Mozart’s life. The work’s date of 1780 would position it in the productive composer’s mid-20s, but stylistically, the work shares characteristics with Mozart’s pieces from his pre-teenage years. The signature of  “Wolfgang Mozart” instead of  “Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart” is another clue; Mozart didn’t start signing works with his middle name until he was 13 years old. In his early years, Mozart wrote many chamber works like Serenade in C, which is classical music written for a small number of instruments. Mozart’s father recorded these works on a list of his son’s compositions. Most of these works were thought to have been lost to history. What makes this find especially important is that it gives new insights into Mozart’s early experiments with chamber music. Until now, the young composer has been chiefly recognized for his keyboard works, arias (咏叹调) and symphonies. This new piece showcases his early genius beyond those more familiar works. Serenade in C was given its first recorded performance at the launch of the new Kichel Catalogue in Salzburg, September 19th, 2024. It was also played for a packed audience at the Leipzig Opera on September 21st. Three musicians played the piece again outside the opera house, where eager crowds were waiting. 1．Why did researchers complete the new edition of the Kochel Catalogue? A．To update the Kochel Catalogue. B．To seek for Mozart’s new works. C．To expand the library’s collection. D．To promote Mozart’s achievements. 2．What can be concluded about the new work from Mozart? A．It is unique to him in style. B．It was produced in his 20s. C．It was signed in his full name. D．It was written in his early teens. 3．What does the author intend to tell us in paragraph 4? A．The significance of the new discovery. B．Mozart’s preference for chamber music. C．Mozart’s close cooperation with his father. D．The reasons for Mozart not being fully recognized. 4．What was the audience’s reaction to the performance of the new masterpiece? A．Relieved. B．Confused. C．Enthusiastic. D．Indifferent. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是新闻报道。文章介绍了最近德国莱比锡市立图书馆发现了一首莫扎特少年时期创作的音乐作品——《C大调小夜曲》。这是一首弦乐三重奏，由七个小乐章组成，长约12分钟。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句“Every couple of decades, researchers will include new works, revisions, and other changes that Mozart scholars discover over the years.(每隔几十年，研究人员就会收录研究莫扎特的学者多年来发现的新作品、修订版和其他变化)”可知，几十年研究人员一直在这样做，发现莫扎特的新作品就对这个目录进行更新，所以这次完成最新版本的莫扎特作品目录是也为了对其进行升级更新。故选A项。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段“The work’s date of 1780 would position it in the productive composer’s mid-20s, but stylistically, the work shares characteristics with Mozart’s pieces from his pre-teenage years. The signature of “Wolfgang Mozart” instead of “Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart” is another clue; Mozart didn’t start signing works with his middle name until he was 13 years old.(该作品的创作时间为1780年，将其定位于这位多产的作曲家25岁左右，但在风格上，该作品与莫扎特十几岁前的作品有共同的特点。签名“沃尔夫冈·莫扎特”而不是“沃尔夫冈·阿玛迪斯·莫扎特”是另一个线索；莫扎特直到13岁才开始用他的中间名签名)”可知，从曲谱上1780年这个日期来看，创作时间定位在莫扎特25岁左右。但下文否定了这一说法，从风格和署名上推测可能是莫扎特13岁之前谱写的。故选D项。 3．主旨大意题。根据第四段“In his early years, Mozart wrote many chamber works like Serenade in C, which is classical music written for a small number of instruments. Mozart’s father recorded these works on a list of his son’s compositions. Most of these works were thought to have been lost to history. What makes this find especially important is that it gives new insights into Mozart’s early experiments with chamber music. Until now, the young composer has been chiefly recognized for his keyboard works, arias (咏叹调) and symphonies. This new piece showcases his early genius beyond those more familiar works.(莫扎特早年创作了许多室内乐作品，如《C小夜曲》，这是为少数乐器创作的古典音乐。莫扎特的父亲把这些作品记录在他儿子的作品清单上。这些作品大多被认为已失传于历史。这一发现尤其重要的是，它为莫扎特早期的室内乐实验提供了新的见解。到目前为止，这位年轻的作曲家主要以他的键盘作品、咏叹调和交响曲而闻名。这部新作品展示了他早期的天才，超越了那些更熟悉的作品)”可知，莫扎特早年创作的许多室内乐作品大多已失传，这首新发现的作品展示了他青少年时期的音乐天赋，具有重要意义。故选A项。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“It was also played for a packed audience at the Leipzig Opera on September 21st. Three musicians played the piece again outside the opera house, where eager crowds were waiting.(9月21日，它还在莱比锡歌剧院上演，观众爆满。三位音乐家在歌剧院外再次演奏了这首曲子，急切的人群在那里等待着)”可知，观众对这首曲子的演奏充满热情、非常期待。故选C项。 At my dad’s computer, you would always find a young girl whose big, bright smile lit up the living room as she danced to the beat of the music. However, as I started school, my relationship with dance began to change. Dancing was only “cool” if you took extra-curricular (课外的) classes and became skilled. It wasn’t for people like me. Wanting to fit in and to avoid judgment, I pushed my love for dance aside. Slowly, the joy I once felt about dance turned into embarrassment. Last year, I took a step I hadn’t expected. The dance team were looking for volunteers. I didn’t know what drove me to raise my hand. Part of me was hesitant, but something inside pushed me forward. I had only a week to learn the choreography (编舞) while my teammates had been practicing for two months. But despite the pressure, I poured everything into learning it. Practicing for the performance was anything but easy. No matter how much I practiced, I struggled to get each move just right. The pressure of keeping up with my team weighed heavily on me. Thankfully, two of my teammates were incredibly patient and supportive. Even when the stress felt too much for me, I kept going, practicing every day for hours. My whole body ached, but I pressed on, determining to be ready for the big day. On the day of the performance, I couldn’t stop thinking about the crowd’s potential reactions. But as I stepped into the bright spotlight, something changed. A wave of confidence washed over me, melting away the pressure as I moved to the music. Under the lights, we transformed into stars. At that moment, I was truly happy, and I saw clearly how much I had let social pressure hold me back. I had spent too much time trying to fit in and missing out what truly made me happy. With this lesson clear in my mind, I made a promise to myself: I would never turn my back on dance again. 1．What changed the author’s attitude to dancing in paragraph 2? A．Lack of practice time. B．Her father’s objection. C．Too much schoolwork. D．Public opinion about dance. 2．How was the author’s dancing experience last year? A．Relaxing. B．Pleasant. C．Demanding. D．Boring. 3．What does the underlined part in the last paragraph probably mean? A．She couldn’t contain the pain the dancing gave her. B．She was afraid of the audience’s negative response. C．She felt enormously stressed after her performance. D．She would insist on what brought her true happiness. 4．How did the author’s attitude toward music change? A．Passionate—awkward—insistent—pleasant—determined. B．Passionate—insistent—awkward—determined—pleasant. C．Awkward—passionate—insistent—pleasant—determined. D．Awkward—passionate—determined—insistent—pleasant. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．D 4．A 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述作者曾因外界看法放弃舞蹈，去年克服困难参加表演重拾热爱，决心不再背离舞蹈。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“Dancing was only ‘cool’ if you took extra-curricular (课外的) classes and became skilled. It wasn’t for people like me. Wanting to fit in and to avoid judgment, I pushed my love for dance aside. Slowly, the joy I once felt about dance turned into embarrassment.(只有当你参加课外舞蹈班并变得熟练时，跳舞才是‘酷’的。它不适合像我这样的人。为了融入群体并避免他人的评判，我把对舞蹈的热爱抛在了一边。慢慢地，我曾经对舞蹈的喜悦变成了尴尬。)”可知，是公众对舞蹈的看法改变了作者对跳舞的态度。故选D。 2．推理判断题。根据第四段“Practicing for the performance was anything but easy. No matter how much I practiced, I struggled to get each move just right. The pressure of keeping up with my team weighed heavily on me.(为演出排练一点也不轻松。无论我怎么练习，都很难把每一个动作做到位。要跟上团队的压力让我不堪重负。)”可知，作者去年的舞蹈经历是具有挑战性、要求很高的。故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据最后一段“With this lesson clear in my mind, I made a promise to myself: I would never turn my back on dance again.(这个教训清晰地印在我的脑海里，我对自己承诺：我再也不会背弃舞蹈了。)”以及前文可知，划线部分I would never turn my back on dance again暗指作者会坚持那些能给自己带来真正快乐的事情，即坚持跳舞。故选D。 4．推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章开头描述小时候跳舞很开心，体现Passionate(充满热情的)；上学后因外界看法觉得跳舞尴尬，对应awkward(尴尬的)；去年决定参加舞蹈队，即便有压力也坚持，表现为insistent(坚持的)；表演时在舞台上感到开心，是pleasant(愉快的)；最后决定不再背弃舞蹈，变得determined(坚定的)。故选A。 A 12-minute piece of music composed by Mozart has been discovered in a library in Germany. Researchers think the composer wrote the previously unknown piece-called Serenade in C-when he was a young teenager. The composition was found in the holdings of Germany’s Leipzig Municipal Libraries-some 280 miles north of Salzburg, Austria, where Mozart was born in 1756. Although Mozart wrote this piece when he was only a teenager, it was not uncommon for him to write music in his childhood. Mozart began to perform around Austria from the age of five and shortly afterwards became famous as a composer. Mozart probably wrote the recently discovered composition between the mid and late 1760s, according to a statement from the Leipzig Municipal Libraries. Library researchers were compiling (编辑) an edition of the Kochel catalog, a collection of Mozart’s works, when they came across a mysterious bound manuscript (装订好的手稿) containing a handwritten composition in brown ink. The composition is thought to have been written by Mozart. The handwriting, however, is not Mozart’s, suggesting that the manuscript is a copy of the original composition. The researchers think it was made around 1780. The researchers say the music fits stylistically with other works from the 1760s, when Mozart was between the ages of 10 and13. The young composer was no longer creating pieces that sounded like this one by the time he was in his late teens. In his early years, Mozart wrote many chamber works like Serenade in C, which his father recorded on a list of his son’s compositions. Many of these works were thought to have been lost to history. Luckily, this particular piece was saved–thanks to the composer’ s sister. “It looks as if a complete string trio (二重奏曲) has survived in Leipzig,” Leisinger, a worker from the International Mozarteum Foundation, says. “The source was obviously Mozart’s sister, who perhaps preserved the work in memory of her brother.” 1．What does the second paragraph intend to show about Mozart? A．His talent at a young age. B．His connection to Salzburg. C．His preference for performing. D．His popularity all around the world. 2．On what basis do the researchers date Serenade in C? A．The title of the composition. B．The style of the composition. C．The number in the Kochel catalog. D．The color of the ink used in the copy. 3．Why is Mozart’s sister mentioned? A．She had a positive influence on Mozart. B．She was the first to perform Serenade in C. C． She helped Mozart compose Serenade in C. D．She was the one who preserved Serenade in C. 4．Which of the following is the best title for the text? A．Mozart’s Works Need Updating. B．Mozart’s Works Attract New Attention. C．A Lost Mozart Composition Was Discovered. D．Researchers Uncovered the Early Life of Mozart. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要报道了在德国一家图书馆发现了一首由莫扎特创作的、之前不为人知的12分钟音乐作品——《C大调小夜曲》，并介绍了该作品的发现过程、创作时间推测以及相关背景信息。 1．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“The composition was found in the holdings of Germany’s Leipzig Municipal Libraries-some 280 miles north of Salzburg, Austria, where Mozart was born in 1756. Although Mozart wrote this piece when he was only a teenager, it was not uncommon for him to write music in his childhood. Mozart began to perform around Austria from the age of five and shortly afterwards became famous as a composer.(这段乐曲是在德国莱比锡市立图书馆的馆藏中被发现的。莱比锡位于奥地利萨尔茨堡以北约280英里处，莫扎特于1756年出生在萨尔茨堡。尽管莫扎特创作这首曲子时只是个青少年，但他在童年时期就开始创作音乐并非罕见之事。莫扎特从五岁起就在奥地利各地演出，不久后便以作曲家的身份声名远扬。)”可知，这首曲子是在德国莱比锡市立图书馆发现的，虽然莫扎特创作这首曲子时是青少年，但他童年就开始创作音乐并不罕见，他从五岁起就在奥地利各地演出，不久后以作曲家身份出名。由此可知，第二段意在展示莫扎特年轻时的天赋。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“The researchers say the music fits stylistically with other works from the 1760s, when Mozart was between the ages of 10 and13.(研究人员表示，从风格上看，这段音乐与18世纪60年代的其他作品相符，当时莫扎特的年龄在10岁到13岁之间。)”可知，研究人员认为从风格上看，这首曲子与18世纪60年代莫扎特10到13岁时的其他作品相符，所以是根据曲子的风格来确定其创作时间的。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Luckily, this particular piece was saved–thanks to the composer’ s sister. “It looks as if a complete string trio (二重奏曲) has survived in Leipzig,” Leisinger, a worker from the International Mozarteum Foundation, says. “The source was obviously Mozart’s sister, who perhaps preserved the work in memory of her brother.”(幸运的是，多亏了作曲家的妹妹，这首特别的乐曲得以保存下来。国际莫扎特基金会的工作人员Leisinger说：“看起来，一首完整的弦乐三重奏在莱比锡留存了下来。其来源显然是莫扎特的妹妹，她或许是为了纪念哥哥才保存了这部作品。”)”可知，多亏了作曲家的妹妹，这首特别的乐曲得以保存下来。国际莫扎特基金会的工作人员Leisinger说，看起来一首完整的弦乐三重奏在莱比锡留存了下来，其来源显然是莫扎特的妹妹，她或许是为了纪念哥哥才保存了这部作品。由此可知，提到莫扎特的妹妹是因为她是保存《C 大调小夜曲》的人。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。根据文章内容可知，文章开篇点明莫扎特的一段12分钟的音乐在德国一家图书馆被发现，接着围绕这首被发现的乐曲，介绍了发现的地点、推测的创作时间、发现的过程以及乐曲能留存下来的原因等，主要讲述的是一首曾失传的莫扎特的乐曲被发现的事情。选项C“A Lost Mozart Composition Was Discovered(一首失传的莫扎特的乐曲被发现了)”准确概括了文章的主要内容，符合文章围绕这首被发现的乐曲展开叙述的主旨。故选C。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 总复习 阅读理解练习 目录 Unit 1 1 主题词积累：文化遗产 1 练习 3 Unit 2 7 主题词积累：野生动物保护 7 练习 9 Unit 3 13 主题词积累：互联网 13 练习 15 Unit 4 20 主题词积累：历史与传统 20 练习 22 Unit 5 26 主题词积累：音乐 26 练习 28 Unit 1 主题词积累：文化遗产 一、保护与传承（Protection and Inheritance） 1. 核心动词短语 preserve cultural heritage 保护文化遗产 例句: The local government is taking measures to preserve ancient temples and traditional customs. protect...from damage保护…… 免受破坏 例句: Special materials are used to protect the murals from air pollution. pass down传承（技艺、习俗等） 例句: The art of paper-cutting has been passed down through generations in this village. maintain historical sites 维护历史遗迹 例句: Volunteers help maintain the old city walls during weekends. 2. 政策与行动 cultural relics protection policy文物保护政策 launch a campaign发起保护运动 例句: The school launched a campaign to raise awareness about intangible cultural heritage. restore ancient buildings修复古建筑 拓展: restoration n. 修复（如 the restoration project 修复工程） 二、类型与特征（Types and Characteristics） 1. 遗产类型 tangible cultural heritage物质文化遗产（如建筑、文物） intangible cultural heritage (ICH)非物质文化遗产（如手工艺、节日） 例句: Dragon Boat Festival is one of China’s intangible cultural heritages recognized by UNESCO. world heritage site世界遗产地 例句: The Forbidden City has been a world heritage site since 1987. historical relics历史文物 traditional craftsmanship传统手工艺 2. 特征描述 time-honored历史悠久的 例句: Tea-making is a time-honored tradition in China. unique architectural style独特的建筑风格 cultural diversity文化多样性 例句: Cultural heritage reflects the diversity of human civilizations. 三、价值与意义（Values and Significance） carry historical memories承载历史记忆 例句: Each antique carries the historical memories of a bygone era. cultural identity文化认同 例句: Preserving heritage helps maintain a nation’s cultural identity. educational value教育价值 spiritual bond精神纽带 例句: Folk songs serve as a spiritual bond for the ethnic group. promote cultural exchange促进文化交流 例句: The Silk Road heritage promotes cultural exchange between East and West. 四、国际合作与组织（International Cooperation and Organizations） UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) 联合国教科文组织 搭配: be listed as a UNESCO world heritage site international collaboration国际合作 例句: China and Italy have launched joint projects for cultural heritage protection. cross-cultural communication跨文化交流 global responsibility全球责任 例句: Protecting heritage is a global responsibility for all mankind. 练习 I was driving to my office for a meeting with an important new client. Bo Chen, a Chinese culture expert for the training, arrived early. His input was crucial for the day’s success. Confident and knowledgeable, Chen was perfect for the job. I asked him to prepare business examples, and he enthusiastically agreed. My client arrived. Taking a deep breath, I began the session. As the morning wore on, I explained each dimension of the key issues, answered the questions, and carefully kept an eye on Chen so I could help facilitate his input. But Chen didn’t seem to have any input. After finishing the first dimension, I paused briefly and looked to him for his input, but he didn’t speak up. He didn’t open his mouth, move his body forward, or raise his hand. Apparently he had no example to provide. Not wanting to embarrass Chen or to create an awkward situation by calling on him when he was not ready, I simply continued with my next point. To my growing dismay (丧气), Chen remained silent. He nodded politely while I was speaking, but that was all; he used no other body language to indicate any reactions, positive or negative. I gave every example I could think of and continued for three full hours. My initial disappointment with Chen was spilling over into panic. I needed his input for the program to succeed. Finally, I decided to take a chance. “Bo,” I asked, “did you have any examples you would like to share?” Chen sat up straight in his chair, smiled confidently at the clients, and opened up his notebook, which was filled with pages of typed notes. “Thank you, Erin,” he replied. “I do.” And then, to my utter relief, Chen began to explain clear and fascinating examples one after another. The truth is that the story of Silent Bo is a story of culture, not personality. But it is not as simple as you might think. 1．What can be inferred about the author and Bo Chen from the first two paragraphs? A．They had never worked together before. B．The author was dissatisfied with Bo Chen’s ability. C．Bo Chen was unwilling to cooperate in this training. D．The author trusted Bo Chen’s abilities and contribution. 2．Why did the author avoid directly asking Chen for his input? A．To focus on her own presentation. B．To respect his personal preferences. C．To test his professional competence. D．To avoid causing him embarrassment. 3．What made the author feel panic? A．Their busy schedule. B．Chen’s initial silence. C．The client’s dissatisfaction. D．Her insufficient preparation. 4．What does the author imply about the “Silent Bo” incident? A．It was due to a language barrier. B．It was rooted in cultural differences. C．It was a consequence of Chen’s personality. D．It was the result of the author’s overconfidence. Internet Celebrity’ Jiakangge’ (甲亢哥) Visits China: Cultural Exchange or Online Hype? Recently, the popular internet personality known as ‘Jiakangge’ visited China, sparking widespread discussion online. Known for his exaggerated (夸张的) reactions and humorous videos, Jiakangge has millions of followers worldwide. His trip to China included visits to famous landmarks, local markets, and interactions with fans, all documented on social media. While many fans welcomed his visit as a fun cultural exchange, others questioned the true purpose behind it. Some critics argued that his content focuses too much on stereotypes and lacks depth, turning cultural differences into mere entertainment. Supporters, however, believe his lighthearted approach helps bridge gaps between cultures by making foreign audiences curious about China. The debate raises an important question: In the age of short videos and viral trends, how can cultural exchange be both entertaining and meaningful? Experts suggest that while internet celebrities like Jiakangge can attract attention, deeper understanding requires more than just clicks and laughs. Schools and traditional media still play a key role in promoting accurate cultural knowledge. Jiakangge’s visit also highlights the growing influence of social media in shaping opinions about countries. As platforms like TikTok and YouTube connect people globally, the line between entertainment and education becomes blurrier. Whether his visit leads to lasting interest in Chinese culture or remains a temporary trend depends on how audiences engage with the content beyond the screen. 1．What is Jiakangge best famous for in his videos? A．His serious documentaries about Chinese history. B．His criticism of Chinese traditions. C．His humorous and exaggerated online person. D．His cooperation with Chinese scientists. 2．Why do some critics disapprove of Jiakangge’s content? A．It oversimplifies cultural differences. B．It’s only popular in Western countries. C．It never features Chinese locations. D．It’s too expensive to produce. 3．According to experts, what is needed for meaningful cultural exchange? A．It should avoid using social media. B．Traditional media is completely outdated. C．Only schools can teach culture properly. D．It requires more than just entertainment. 4．The underlined word “blurrier” in the last paragraph probably means ______. A．typical B．previous C．original D．misty Gestures are one of the first things to come to mind that can cause cultural impoliteness. People from every culture, including various country leaders and several U.S. presidents, have been guilty of unintentionally offending people from different cultures through the use of inappropriate gestures. When it comes to body language gestures, the wisest advice might be to keep your fingers to yourself! In Brazil, Germany, Russia, and many other countries around the world, the OK sign is a very offensive gesture. The OK sign means “money” in Japan, and it is commonly used to represent “zero” in France. Although the OK sign isn’t offensive everywhere, it is not OK to use it in many parts of the world, and nor does it necessarily mean “okay” as it does in many English-speaking countries! Most people are aware that the V sign was made popular by Winston Churchill in England during WWII.However, it’s important to pay attention to where you are in the world, because if you make this gesture with your palm facing inward in Australia, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and several other countries throughout the world, it will actually mean an insult. On Inauguration (就职) Day 2005, President George W. Bush raised his fist, with the index and little finger extended, to give the hook ’em horns gesture of the Texas Longhorn football team to the marching band of the University of Texas.Newspapers around the world expressed their astonishment at the use of such a gesture.Italians refer to it as “il cornuto”, which means that your wife is betraying you. It’s also considered a curse (诅咒) in some African countries. The thumbs-up gesture is commonly used in many cultures to mean that a job well done. However, if it is used in Australia, Greece, or the Middle East, it will make people believe you are offending them. The thumbs-up gesture can also create some real problems for those who count on their fingers. In Germany, the upright thumb is used to represent the number 1; however, it represents the number 5 in Japan. Our body language often conveys more than the words we use. At times, it can completely change — or even distort (歪曲) — our words’ meaning. 1．Which of the following gestures may offend a British? A． B． C． D． 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The OK sign is only used in English-speaking countries. B．A hook ’em horns gesture can offend President George W.Bush. C．Japanese people count numbers the same way as Chinese people do. D．If you thumb up in Australia, you will make yourself unwelcome. 3．This article is intended to tell readers that they should________. A．never make gestures when communicating with others B．make their words’ meaning misunderstood C．use gestures with great care to avoid possible trouble D．convey information by using gestures 4．What can be the most suitable title? A．Gestures to Avoid in Cross-Cultural Business B．Topics to Avoid in Cross-Cultural Negotiations C．Etiquette Mistakes in International Meetings D．Verbal Taboos in Global Business Communication Unit 2 主题词积累：野生动物保护 一、现状描述（Current Situation） 1. 濒危状态 endangered species濒危物种 例句: Pandas are listed as endangered species due to habitat loss. threatened/vulnerable species易危物种 on the verge of extinction濒临灭绝 例句: The African elephant is on the verge of extinction because of poaching. 2. 种群数量 population decline种群数量下降 rare species稀有物种 biodiversity loss生物多样性丧失 二、保护行动（Conservation Actions） 1. 核心动词短语 protect wild animals保护野生动物 例句: Governments should take measures to protect wild animals from illegal hunting. set up nature reserves建立自然保护区 拓展: nature reserve = wildlife sanctuary ban/halt illegal trade禁止非法交易 例句: The country has banned the illegal trade of ivory. reintroduce species into the wild重新将物种放归野外 2. 政策与倡议 wildlife protection law野生动物保护法 launch conservation projects发起保护项目 例句: The "Save the Tigers" project aims to increase tiger populations. animal welfare campaign动物福利运动 captive breeding圈养繁殖（人工繁育） 3. 公众参与 raise awareness about提高…… 的意识 例句: Schools raise awareness about wildlife protection through educational activities. volunteer for wildlife rescue志愿参与野生动物救援 三、威胁因素（Threats） habitat destruction栖息地破坏 原因: deforestation（森林砍伐）、urbanization（城市化） poaching/hunting偷猎 / 捕猎 例句: Poaching is the main threat to rhinos. pollution污染 搭配: water/air pollution、plastic waste climate change气候变化 影响: melting ice caps（冰盖融化）威胁北极熊等物种 invasive species入侵物种 四、生态意义（Ecological Significance） ecosystem balance生态系统平衡 例句: Predators like wolves play a key role in maintaining ecosystem balance. keystone species关键物种（对生态系统起决定性作用） food chain/web食物链 / 网 genetic resources遗传资源 ecotourism value生态旅游价值 五、国际合作与组织（International Cooperation） WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) 世界自然基金会 例句: WWF works to protect pandas and their habitats globally. CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) 濒危野生动植物种国际贸易公约 international treaty国际条约 cross-border conservation跨境保护 例句: Migratory birds require cross-border conservation efforts. global partnership全球合作 练习 My Penguin Friend is what you’d expect from an animal picture. Except that it’s better—lifted by a smart screenplay, sensitive direction and a truly beautiful performance by Jean Reno. It’s based on a real-life event that happened about 15 years ago in a small village in Brazil. A retired fisherman named Joau, rescued a Magellanic penguin who’d been covered in oil following a tanker oil spill (泄漏). He cleaned up the penguin and nursed him back to full health with a daily diet of fish. After some months, the penguin went back into the water and continued his usual penguin life. But the penguin reunited with Joau again. He swam over 5,000 miles, from Patagonia to Brazil, for eight years in a row. And each time he stayed for several months. My Penguin Friend takes that framework and decorates it with fictional elements that reflect Joau’s sadness. Joau, played by Jean Reno, has been saddened many years over his late son. This has become a hidden barrier between him and the world, but something about caring for this animal brings a part of him back to life. Something in the way director David Schurmann films the penguin brings out the animal’s essential dignity. At heart, My Penguin Friend is about the dignity of all species of living things, and it’s a call to humanity to do right by the animals with whom we share the planet. It’s not only about what people should do for animals, but about what animals do for us and how they can reconnect us with the natural world. My Penguin Friend might not hold the interest of younger viewers. There’s a whole subplot centering on a penguin research team that really eats into the runtime without being all that appealing. While its rigid dialogue and stretches of awkward silence might not bother younger viewers the way it bothers me, they certainly impact the pacing, inviting restlessness and phone-checking. But it builds in emotion and becomes genuinely heart-warming. 1．What is My Penguin Friend mainly about? A．A rescue of an oil-covered penguin. B．A man’s deep friendship with a penguin. C．A call for humans to protect wild animals. D．A team’s extensive research into penguins. 2．What can we learn about Joau from paragraph 3? A．He regretted releasing the penguin too early. B．He pleased his son by raising the penguin. C．He had some misunderstanding of folks. D．He took great comfort from the penguin. 3．What does the author think of My Penguin Friend? A．It is lacking in pace. B．It is full of surprises. C．It takes too long to play. D．It has too much dialogue. 4．What type of writing is the text? A．A news report. B．A movie review. C．A children’s story. D．A documentary advert. Every year, over 3,000 dogs from Chihuahuas to Great Danes gather in New York City for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the oldest dog competition in the world since 1877. While audiences enjoy watching well-trained dogs showcase their skills, Paul Campanella works tirelessly backstage as the event’s chief organizer. As senior director, Campanella manages every detail from scheduling to safety. His team transforms venues like Madison Square Garden into canine competition spaces, coordinating lighting, decorations, and TV broadcasts. Planning for next year’s event begins immediately after the current show ends, with budget management being crucial. As a nonprofit organization, the club must carefully track every dollar spent on this four-day spectacle (精彩演出)。 Campanella’s journey with dogs began unexpectedly. Starting as part-time security in 2001while working as a police officer, he later created new competition categories after joining fulltime in 2013. His childhood passion for dogs — sparked by his first basset hound Starr — now fuels his work judging competitions and showcasing his own fox terrier Nigel. Organizing live events requires quick thinking and adaptability. “You must solve unexpected problems instantly,” Campanella explains. He emphasizes that success requires strong organizational skills, teamwork, and financial management abilities. Though he studied criminal justice, he recommends business education for event planning careers. What makes his challenging job rewarding? “Working with dogs daily combines my professional skills with lifelong passion,” Campanella smiles. From nervous first-time competitors to crowd-cheered champions, every wagging (摇晃) tail reminds him why careful preparation matters. His story shows how combining practical skills with personal interests can create dream careers. 1．Why is budget management crucial for the event? A．The club aims to earn maximum profits. B．Television broadcasts require special funding. C．Venues like Madison Square Garden are expensive. D．The Westminster Kennel Club is a nonprofit organization. 2．What motivated Campanella’s passion for dogs? A．His police officer career. B．His first basset hound Starr. C．Winning dog competitions. D．Television broadcasting. 3．What is Campanella’s attitude towards the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show? A．Supportive but impatient with details. B．Dismissive and passively prepared. C．Stressed yet satisfied with the outcomes. D．Enthusiastic and deeply committed. 4．Considering a career in event planning, which of the following does Campanella suggest? A．Studying criminal justice. B．Pursuing business education. C．Working part-time in security. D．Owning multiple dog training skills. Honeybees can detect the unnoticeable smells of lung cancer in the lab — even the faint smell of disease floating from a patient’s breath. Inspired by the insects’ sharp sense of smell abilities, scientists connected bees to electrodes, passed different smells under the insects’ antennae (触角) and recorded their brain signals. “Different smells sparked recognizable brain activity patterns. One day, doctors might be able to use honeybees in cancer clinics as sensors for early disease detection,” said Saha, a neural engineer at Michigan State University in East Lansing. Honeybees were held in place with 3D-printed plastic harnesses while the researchers performed bee brain surgery, attaching wires to the region that processes smells. A device delivered streams of air to the insects’ antennae. Each stream could contain mixing smells, such as those breathed out by healthy people. Another mixture copied lung cancer patients’ breaths, undetectable to human noses. Using electrical signals read from the bees’ brains, researchers could distinguish between the two types of breath. In a separate experiment, Saha’s team collected air remaining above lung cells grown in the lab. The bees could successfully tell the difference between the air samples taken near healthy cells and those gathered near cells of two cancer types: small-cell lung cancer and non- small-cell lung cancer. Ongoing work in Saha’s lab has also revealed that bees’ smelling ability extends to other trace smells, like those emitted by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, or forever chemicals. “That actually blew my mind,” Saha says. “PFAS in the environment are very hard to detect.” Saha’s team hopes to use the bee smell sensor to test the breath of cancer patients. “The device’s biggest flaw is that it lasts just a few hours before the bees’ response becomes unstable,” he says. “But it works fast and spits out results in real-time. With just one bee, my team could theoretically buzz through more than 100 samples.” 1．What were the bees exposed to in the experiments? A．Printed plastics. B．Surgical tools. C．Lung cancer cells. D．Different breath or air samples. 2．What aspects of the research are discussed in paragraph 3? A．Its findings. B．Its methods. C．Its applications. D．Its influences. 3．Which word can best describe the bees’ smell? A．Sensitive. B．Limited. C．Ordinary. D．Unreliable. 4．What does the underlined word “flaw” in the last paragraph mean? A．Feature. B．Weakness. C．Benefit. D．Contribution. Unit 3 主题词积累：互联网 一、核心概念（Core Concepts） 1. 基础术语 the Internet互联网 例句: The Internet has transformed the way people communicate and access information. network technology网络技术 digital era/age数字时代 cyberspace网络空间 2. 连接与设备 go online/surf the Internet上网 wireless network (WiFi)无线网络 mobile device移动设备（如 smartphone、tablet） be connected to连接到…… 例句: Most public places are connected to high-speed WiFi. 二、应用场景（Applications） 1. 信息获取与传播 search for information搜索信息 例句: Students often use search engines to research academic topics. online news/media在线新闻 / 媒体 social media platform社交媒体平台（如 Facebook、WeChat） spread/viral content传播 / 病毒式传播内容 2. 学习与工作 e-learning/online course在线学习 / 课程 例句: During the pandemic, e-learning became a primary mode of education. remote work/telecommuting远程工作 digital library数字图书馆 online collaboration tool在线协作工具（如 Google Docs、Tencent Meeting） 3. 生活服务 e-commerce/online shopping电子商务 / 网购 例句: Alibaba has revolutionized e-commerce in China. mobile payment移动支付 online booking/reservation在线预订（如机票、酒店） food delivery app外卖应用 4. 娱乐与社交 streaming service流媒体服务（如 Netflix、Spotify） online gaming在线游戏 video chat/live broadcast视频聊天 / 直播 virtual reality (VR)/augmented reality (AR) 虚拟现实 / 增强现实 三、利弊分析（Advantages and Disadvantages） 1. 优势 convenient and efficient方便高效 例句: Online shopping is convenient and efficient for busy consumers. break down geographical barriers打破地理障碍 access to global information获取全球信息 promote communication促进交流 2. 弊端 information overload信息过载 addiction to the Internet网络成瘾 例句: Excessive online gaming may lead to addiction. cyberbullying网络欺凌 privacy leakage隐私泄露 拓展: personal data protection 个人数据保护 fake news/misinformation虚假新闻 / 错误信息 四、安全与规范（Security and Regulations） cybersecurity网络安全 例句: Governments must strengthen cybersecurity to prevent hacking. protect personal privacy保护个人隐私 set up a firewall安装防火墙 online etiquette/netiquette网络礼仪 cyber law网络法律 五、未来发展（Future Development） artificial intelligence (AI) 人工智能 搭配: AI-powered service 人工智能服务 the Internet of Things (IoT) 物联网 5G/6G technology 5G/6G 技术 digital transformation数字化转型 blockchain technology区块链技术 练习 The suitcase-sized, self-driving electric vehicles are much greener than many traditional food delivery methods due to low-, or even zero-carbon emissions (排放). In this study, participants with more environmental awareness and knowledge about carbon emissions were more likely to choose the robots as a delivery method. The green influence went away when people perceived the robots as a high-risk choice — worried that their food would be late, cold or otherwise spoiled before it arrived. The findings indicate a way to promote delivery robots. “Much of the marketing focus has been on the functionality and the convenience of these automatic delivery robots, but most importantly, it would enhance these efforts to promote their green aspects as well,” said lead author Jennifer Han, a doctoral student in a university. Han found a strong correlation between high-ranked statements related to carbon emissions and the willingness to use the automatic delivery robots. That connection broke, however, among people who thought using the technology was risky. “When people had a higher perceived risk about using the robots, they ignored the environmental concerns, but people who had less perceived risk were more strongly attached to this decision mechanism,” said Han. “So, it was pretty clear that functional reliability must come first, then environmental benefits.” A sharp increase in online food orders has raised traffic jams and emissions as gas-powered vehicles deliver meals. More food service businesses are turning to automatic delivery robots to do so-called “last mile” delivery. Robots may appeal to businesses simply because they help meet the growing demand for delivery services, but as this study indicates, their ability to limit carbon emissions may also prove a powerful motivator for consumers. Han suggested that companies could highlight the delivery robots’ environmental advantages by displaying a calculation of the emissions of each delivery method. “Reducing this much of carbon footprint through robots would be one cue (暗示) to promote those purchasing behaviors, if consumers have a big interest in environmental issues,” she said. 1．What reduced robots’ environmental appeal? A．Their area unavailability. B．Their high delivery costs. C．People’s doubts about their reliability. D．People’s lack of environmental awareness. 2．What should companies focus on to better promote delivery robots? A．Reducing traffic jams. B．Improving their delivery speed. C．Lowering their production costs. D．Highlighting their reliability and environmental benefits. 3．Why has “last mile” delivery become a concern for food service businesses? A．Consumers prefer a cheaper delivery option. B．Government adopts strict rules on vehicle emissions. C．Delivery robots lose the competitive advantage. D．Traditional vehicle delivery raises a set of issues. 4．What did Han suggest doing to highlight delivery robots’ environment advantages? A．Increasing the number of robots in busy areas. B．Providing real-time data about delivery emissions. C．Offering free trials of robot delivery services. D．Training consumers to operate delivery robots. Bala Murugan, a computer scientist from India, has developed a small drone equipped with AI to help farmers detect diseases in their trees. This tinyML device, which doesn’t require Internet connectivity, can identify diseased leaves with high accuracy, reducing the need for excessive pesticide (农药超标) use. TinyML, a low-cost, low-power AI technology, is increasingly being adopted in resource-poor regions like the Global South. Murugan’s innovation is part of a broader trend in tinyML, which offers specialized capabilities and is transformative for specific tasks. Unlike large language models, tinyML devices are modest in capability but can be powerful in applications like agriculture, healthcare, and environmental monitoring. For instance, João Yamashita, an electronics engineer at UNIFEI in Brazil, uses tinyML to detect coffee plant diseases, while Rosdiadee Nordin in Malaysia monitors river pollution. The rise of tinyML is a response to the high costs and environmental impact of large AI models that require significant resources. TinyML models use less data and can run on microcontroller chips, making them affordable and accessible. Much of the software, hardware, and data sets for tinyML are open source, allowing researchers to modify and improve them. TinyML devices are becoming more powerful as microcontrollers evolve (发展). They can run for weeks on low-power batteries and don’t need Internet connectivity, making them ideal for remote areas. Despite their limited capabilities, tinyML could enable AI to be everywhere, tackling bigger tasks when many devices work together. Marcelo Jose Rovai, a data scientist, believes tinyML is the future, especially for developing countries. TinyML represents a shift towards more sustainable and accessible AI solutions, particularly beneficial for the Global South, where it’s being used to solve local problems in agriculture, health, and the environment. As tinyML devices become more powerful and widespread, they hold the potential to bring AI to every corner of the world. As Yamashita puts it, “TinyML will enable AI to, in fact, go everywhere.” 1．What is the main function of the tinyML device designed by Murugan? A．To upgrade and equip AL. B．To provide Internet connection. C．To find illness on plants’ leaves. D．To improve agricultural production. 2．Why are João Yamashita and Rosdiadee Nordin mentioned in paragraph 2? A．To prove various applications of tinyML. B．To assistant farmers with coffee plant diseases. C．To recommend using tinyML in river pollution. D．To compare tinyML and large language models. 3．What can be inferred about tinyML from paragraph 3? A．It is by no means cost-effective. B．It requires much energy consumption. C．It is more powerful than microcontrollers. D．It is very convenient in resource-poor areas. 4．What is Yamashita’s attitude to tinyML? A．Unconcerned. B．Supportive. C．Doubtful. D．Submissive. In recent years, eatable water balls have emerged as a creative way to reduce plastic waste. These small, transparent balls, often referred to as “water pods,” hold drinking water inside a biodegradable cover made from natural materials like seaweed. Unlike plastic bottles that take centuries to break down, these eatable containers can melt in the mouth quickly or be turned into natural fertilizer, offering a promising alternative to address pollution. The science behind eatable water balls relies on a process called spherification (球化技术), which was first applied in cooking experiments to shape liquids into round forms using special chemicals. While this method has been popularized in high-end restaurants for creating visually appealing dishes, scientists have adapted it for mass production to tackle global sustainability challenges. Each pod, typically holding 50-100 milliliters of water, is produced strong enough to be carried without breaking, making it convenient for people at sports events, festivals, or daily travel. One of the most significant advantages of eatable water balls lies in their potential to dramatically cut down single-use plastic consumption. A study conducted by environmental researchers estimated that replacing just 10% of plastic bottles with eatable alternatives could remove over 5 billion plastic units annually, thus reducing ocean pollution and protecting marine ecosystems. Furthermore, the production process requires fewer fossil fuels compared to plastic manufacturing, contributing to lower carbon emissions and matching international climate goals outlined in agreements like the Paris Accord. Despite their benefits, eatable water pods face challenges in widespread adoption. Critics say their production cost is high because the cover must be both strong and quick to break down naturally, making them less affordable for low-income populations. Plus, people may worry about cleanliness and feel uncomfortable with the idea of eating packaging, which requires education to shift consumer behavior. In conclusion, eatable water balls represent a combination of innovation and sustainability, offering a real step toward a plastic-free future: As technology advances and social awareness grows, this novel solution may soon become a mainstream choice, reshaping how humanity interacts with one of its most vital resources differently — water. 1．What can be learned about water pods from Paragraph 1? A．The containers are easy to break down. B．The containers are made from recycled plastic. C．They were first used to fight pollution. D．They can replace natural fertilizer. 2．Why are water pods eco-friendly according to the passage? A．They can be recycled into plastic materials easily. B．They are recommended by the Paris Accord. C．They enhance water flavor and safety. D．They are produced with less energy. 3．What makes it tough to employ water pods widely? A．Being inconvenient to carry and terrible flavor. B．Costliness and denial of consumers. C．The shortage of raw materials to make them. D．The doubt of their safety. 4．What can be learned from the last paragraph? A．Social awareness will affect the promotion of water pods. B．The design of water pods conflicts with human needs. C．Water pods are suitable for mainstream markets. D．Water pods will change the feature of water. Unit 4 主题词积累：历史与传统 一、历史概念（Historical Concepts） 1. 历史时期与事件 ancient history古代史 例句: Ancient history teaches us about the rise and fall of civilizations. modern history近代史 key historical events关键历史事件 historical period历史时期（如 the Renaissance 文艺复兴时期） 2. 文明与社会 civilization文明 搭配: ancient civilization 古代文明 /oriental civilization 东方文明 society社会 拓展: primitive society 原始社会 /feudal society 封建社会 historical figure历史人物 例句: Confucius is a prominent historical figure in Chinese culture. 二、传统元素（Traditional Elements） 1. 文化符号 traditional festival传统节日 例句: The Spring Festival is the most important traditional festival in China. folk custom民俗 traditional costume传统服饰（如 cheongsam 旗袍、kimono 和服） calligraphy/painting书法 / 绘画 拓展: Chinese calligraphy 中国书法 2. 手工艺与技艺 handicraft手工艺品 搭配: traditional handicraft 传统手工艺品 intangible cultural heritage非物质文化遗产（如 paper-cutting 剪纸、Peking Opera 京剧） handicraft skill手工技艺 folk art民间艺术 3. 语言与文学 ancient poetry古诗 例句: Students learn to appreciate ancient poetry in Chinese literature classes. proverb/saying谚语 / 俗语 classic literature经典文学 拓展: Dream of the Red Chamber 《红楼梦》 三、文化遗产（Cultural Heritage） 1. 物质遗产 historical relics历史遗迹 例句: The Forbidden City is a treasure trove of historical relics. cultural site文化遗址 搭配: UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site 联合国教科文组织世界文化遗产地 antique古董 monument纪念碑 / 纪念馆 2. 保护与传承 preserve cultural heritage保护文化遗产 例句: It’s vital to preserve cultural heritage for future generations. pass down traditions传承传统 cultural preservation文化保护 revive traditional customs复兴传统习俗 四、历史研究（Historical Research） 1. 研究方法 historical document历史文献 例句: Scholars rely on historical documents to study past events. archaeological discovery考古发现 historical record历史记录 oral history口述历史 2. 意义与价值 learn from history以史为鉴 例句: We should learn from history to avoid repeating mistakes. cultural identity文化认同 historical significance历史意义 broaden historical horizons拓宽历史视野 五、现代关联（Modern Connection） combine tradition with modernity传统与现代结合 例句: Many designers combine traditional patterns with modern fashion. traditional values传统价值观（如 filial piety 孝道、harmony 和谐） cultural conflict文化冲突 globalized era全球化时代 练习 People, especially women, have begun to look at travel in a new way in recent years. Instead of waiting for their partners, family or friends to join them in heading out on a new adventure, many women these days are happily going it alone. An example is the private Facebook group Solo Female Travelers, which was started by Meg Jerrard and Mar Pages in 2015. Their plan back then was to “connect women who loved to travel solo”. At first, there were only a few hundred members. Today, nearly 350,000 members from across the globe are in the group. A photo-sharing site called Pinterest notes that in 2024, searches for “solo traveling” have increased by 145%, while a recent survey shows over 59% of travelers plan to travel solo in the coming year. Not only women, but men are also going it alone. And people of all ages are planning to leave literally everything and everyone behind, with some staying not too far from home and others circling the planet for new explorations. “We do an annual survey of our group, and more than 80% of the members agree that solo travel is a choice, and that the lack of a travel partner is not a key motivator. They want more freedom, and they hope to have a break from routines. Also, they explore the world on their own while relaxing and achieving personal growth,” Jerrard explained. Traditionally, cruise companies (邮轮公司) that take adventurers to faraway places always charge solo travelers who use a cabin (舱室) alone extra money, often resulting in the travelers paying nearly the same amount as two people sharing a cabin. But with so many people welcoming the idea of solo travel, that has been one of the first things to fall, as cruise companies rethink their rules. Other travel providers, such as package tour companies and hotels, have also recognized the movement, making unique and detailed changes to satisfy the expectations of solo travelers. While solo traveling isn’t quite perfect yet—think waiters who might ignore solo diners, safety matters, or assumptions from others that “solo travel” means “lonely travel”, this new type of travel has arrived and is here to stay. So, where are you going next on your own? 1．What conclusion can be drawn from the first two paragraphs? A．Most women used to enjoy traveling in groups. B．Social media plays an important role in tourism. C．Women are more creative than men when traveling. D．Traveling alone is becoming more and more popular. 2．What is the main reason for people who travel alone? A．The love for going off the beaten track. B．The need for developing independence. C．The efforts to find like-minded friends. D．The desire to have more personal space. 3．Why are travel providers mentioned in Paragraph 4? A．To indicate travel depends on different elements. B．To show they are meeting solo travelers’ demands. C．To ask the tourism industry to improve its services. D．To point out the difficulties of welcoming solo travelers. 4．What is the author’s attitude towards traveling alone? A．Positive. B．Negative. C．Worried. D．Doubtful. Ghanaian photojournalist Paul Ninson arrived in New York five years ago with a passion for visual storytelling. To his surprise, the city’s libraries and museums held more photographs documenting Africa’s past and present than he had ever seen in Ghana. “How could our history be better kept here than at home?” he wondered. This realization became the start of his life’s work: to build a library in Ghana where Africans could reclaim their stories through photography. Growing up, Ninson loved family stories told by his grandparents, but photography was seen as an unwise career choice in Ghana. However, he sold his iPhone to buy a camera and taught himself the skill. His early projects, like recording a Kenyan community started by women escaping violence, strengthened his belief that Africans must own their visual history. In 2019, Ninson joined a photography school in New York. There, he eagerly read hundreds of photobooks — a clear difference from Ghana, where such books were rare. When museums refused to share their records, Ninson promised to build his own library. He searched secondhand stores, asked publishers for help, and filled storage units with over 30,000 books, even using up all his credit card limits. His friend Brandon Stanton’s $1.2 million online fundraiser made the dream possible. With the funds, Ninson shipped the books to Ghana and established the library. On a December morning in 2022, the Dikan Center — “take the lead” in Ghana’s Akan language — opened in Accra, near the Gulf of Guinea’s historic coast. The library’s two collections celebrate African views: one focuses on Africa and Africans living abroad, the other displays works by photographers worldwide. Among its treasures is Ninson’s first New York purchase: The Gold Coast Yesterday and Today, a 1940s photobook documenting Ghana’s history before it gained independence in 1957. “It reminds us where we’ve been and where we’re going,” he says. 1．What inspired Ninson to create African’s own visual history? A．Finding photobooks in secondhand stores. B．Studying at a New York photography school. C．Developing his family storytelling traditions. D．Finding more African records overseas than locally. 2．Why is The Gold Coast Yesterday and Today important? A．It contains stories from his grandparents. B．It was donated by a photography school. C．It shows Ghana’s history under foreign rule. D．It was Ninson’s first photobook purchase in New York. 3．What best describes Paul Ninson’s character as highlighted in the text? A．Ambitious and humorous. B．Creative and sympathetic. C．Conventional and home-centered. D．Committed and forward-thinking. 4．What does Ninson’s story mainly inspire us to do? A．Value teamwork in cultural projects. B．Use technology to document history. C．Pursue cultural goals through determined action. D．Rely on external institutions for heritage protection. The Sunshine Coast stretches from the Glass House Mountains to Noosa — about a 50-minute drive along the Bruce Highway. While known for its beach holidays, the inland areas offer more variety and natural beauty. The town of Mapleton, located a 30-minute drive inland, sits among green rainforests and waterfalls. Green Spaces Mount Ninderry offers a peaceful 45-minute walk through bushland. The Blackall Range features Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, home to old-growth rainforest with huge fig (无花果) trees and tall pines. The Platypus Walk along Obi Obi Creek is famous for its wildlife, while Tea Tree Bay in Noosa National Park provides a quiet swimming spot away from the crowds. Nightlife The Sunshine Coast starts early — beaches and coffee shops are busy by 6am. Evening activities include Saltwater Eco Tours through the Mooloolaba canals, featuring local food and music on a wooden boat. The Sunshine Beach Surf Club offers sunset views, while Mapleton Public House hosts live music shows. Local Events The Rangebow Festival in August celebrates pride with a special drag show in Maleny Community Hall. For markets, locals prefer Yandina on Saturdays for plants, while the monthly Witta Market offers a relaxed atmosphere with music. Afterward, visitors can enjoy cheese tasting at Kenilworth Dairies. Places to Stay Maleny Lodge (from $200) features old-fashioned bathtubs and antique furniture. Habitat Noosa offers camping by Lake Cootharaba, with options ranging from basic sites ($35) to luxury tents ($210). The Imperial Hotel in Eumundi (from $220) is known for local art and its location near the markets. 1．What can visitors do at Tea Tree Bay? A．Watch a wildlife show. B．Enjoy a peaceful swim. C．Walk through the rainforest. D．Listen to live music. 2．What do Saltwater Eco Tours feature? A．Bushland walks. B．Sunset views. C．Cheese tasting. D．Local food and music. 3．Which place to stay is most suitable for a nature-loving backpacker? A．Habitat Noosa. B．Maleny Lodge. C．The Imperial Hotel. D．Mapleton Public House. Unit 5 主题词积累：音乐 一、音乐类型（Music Genres） 1. 流行与经典 pop music流行音乐 例句: Pop music is widely popular among teenagers for its catchy melodies. classical music古典音乐 拓展: classical composer 古典作曲家（如 Beethoven 贝多芬） rock music摇滚音乐 搭配: rock band 摇滚乐队 jazz爵士乐 2. 民族与世界音乐 folk music民间音乐 例句: Chinese folk music often features traditional instruments like the guzheng. traditional music传统音乐 world music世界音乐（融合不同文化元素） ethnic music民族音乐 3. 现代与电子音乐 hip-hop嘻哈音乐 electronic music (EDM)电子音乐 rap说唱音乐 R&B (Rhythm and Blues)节奏布鲁斯 二、音乐元素（Music Elements） 1. 基础术语 melody旋律 例句: The melody of this song is simple but memorable. rhythm节奏 搭配: strong rhythm 强烈的节奏 lyrics歌词 beat节拍 2. 乐器与声音 instrument乐器 分类: string instruments 弦乐器（如 guitar 吉他、violin 小提琴） wind instruments 管乐器（如 flute 长笛、trumpet 小号） percussion instruments 打击乐器（如 drum 鼓、xylophone 木琴） voice嗓音 例句: Her voice is warm and full of emotion. harmony和声 tempo节奏速度（如 fast tempo 快节奏） 三、音乐活动（Music Activities） 1. 表演与创作 perform表演 例句: The band will perform at the school concert next week. compose music创作音乐 拓展: composer 作曲家 sing/play an instrument唱歌 / 演奏乐器 improvise即兴创作 2. 聆听与欣赏 listen to music听音乐 搭配: listen to music through headphones 用耳机听音乐 appreciate music欣赏音乐 attend a concert参加音乐会 music festival音乐节 例句: Glastonbury Festival is one of the most famous music festivals in the UK. 3. 比赛与奖项 music competition音乐比赛 singing contest歌唱比赛 Grammy Awards格莱美奖（需大写） Oscar for Best Original Song奥斯卡最佳原创歌曲奖 四、音乐相关职业与场所（Professions & Venues） 1. 职业 singer/musician歌手 / 音乐家 drummer/pianist/guitarist鼓手 / 钢琴家 / 吉他手（具体乐器 + ist 后缀） conductor指挥家 DJ (Disc Jockey) 唱片骑师 2. 场所 concert hall音乐厅 例句: The Sydney Opera House is a famous concert hall worldwide. stadium体育场（大型演出场地） recording studio录音棚 karaoke bar卡拉 OK 酒吧 五、音乐文化与影响（Culture & Influence） music therapy音乐疗法 例句: Music therapy is used to help people with emotional or physical issues. cross-cultural communication跨文化交流（通过音乐） music as a universal language音乐作为世界语言 emotional expression情感表达 例句: Music provides a way for people to express their emotions. music industry音乐产业 music trends音乐潮流 练习 A previously unknown piece of music composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was recently uncovered at a library in Germany, researchers with the Leipzig Municipal Library said in a statement. The newly discovered Serenade in C is a work made up of seven tiny pieces for a string trio (三重奏) and lasting around 12 minutes. It was uncovered in the collection of the Leipzig Municipal Library while researchers were working on a new edition of the Kochel Catalogue (目录) of Mozart’s works. Every couple of decades, researchers will include new works, revisions, and other changes that Mozart scholars discover over the years. The new work appears to have been written early in Mozart’s life. The work’s date of 1780 would position it in the productive composer’s mid-20s, but stylistically, the work shares characteristics with Mozart’s pieces from his pre-teenage years. The signature of  “Wolfgang Mozart” instead of  “Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart” is another clue; Mozart didn’t start signing works with his middle name until he was 13 years old. In his early years, Mozart wrote many chamber works like Serenade in C, which is classical music written for a small number of instruments. Mozart’s father recorded these works on a list of his son’s compositions. Most of these works were thought to have been lost to history. What makes this find especially important is that it gives new insights into Mozart’s early experiments with chamber music. Until now, the young composer has been chiefly recognized for his keyboard works, arias (咏叹调) and symphonies. This new piece showcases his early genius beyond those more familiar works. Serenade in C was given its first recorded performance at the launch of the new Kichel Catalogue in Salzburg, September 19th, 2024. It was also played for a packed audience at the Leipzig Opera on September 21st. Three musicians played the piece again outside the opera house, where eager crowds were waiting. 1．Why did researchers complete the new edition of the Kochel Catalogue? A．To update the Kochel Catalogue. B．To seek for Mozart’s new works. C．To expand the library’s collection. D．To promote Mozart’s achievements. 2．What can be concluded about the new work from Mozart? A．It is unique to him in style. B．It was produced in his 20s. C．It was signed in his full name. D．It was written in his early teens. 3．What does the author intend to tell us in paragraph 4? A．The significance of the new discovery. B．Mozart’s preference for chamber music. C．Mozart’s close cooperation with his father. D．The reasons for Mozart not being fully recognized. 4．What was the audience’s reaction to the performance of the new masterpiece? A．Relieved. B．Confused. C．Enthusiastic. D．Indifferent. At my dad’s computer, you would always find a young girl whose big, bright smile lit up the living room as she danced to the beat of the music. However, as I started school, my relationship with dance began to change. Dancing was only “cool” if you took extra-curricular (课外的) classes and became skilled. It wasn’t for people like me. Wanting to fit in and to avoid judgment, I pushed my love for dance aside. Slowly, the joy I once felt about dance turned into embarrassment. Last year, I took a step I hadn’t expected. The dance team were looking for volunteers. I didn’t know what drove me to raise my hand. Part of me was hesitant, but something inside pushed me forward. I had only a week to learn the choreography (编舞) while my teammates had been practicing for two months. But despite the pressure, I poured everything into learning it. Practicing for the performance was anything but easy. No matter how much I practiced, I struggled to get each move just right. The pressure of keeping up with my team weighed heavily on me. Thankfully, two of my teammates were incredibly patient and supportive. Even when the stress felt too much for me, I kept going, practicing every day for hours. My whole body ached, but I pressed on, determining to be ready for the big day. On the day of the performance, I couldn’t stop thinking about the crowd’s potential reactions. But as I stepped into the bright spotlight, something changed. A wave of confidence washed over me, melting away the pressure as I moved to the music. Under the lights, we transformed into stars. At that moment, I was truly happy, and I saw clearly how much I had let social pressure hold me back. I had spent too much time trying to fit in and missing out what truly made me happy. With this lesson clear in my mind, I made a promise to myself: I would never turn my back on dance again. 1．What changed the author’s attitude to dancing in paragraph 2? A．Lack of practice time. B．Her father’s objection. C．Too much schoolwork. D．Public opinion about dance. 2．How was the author’s dancing experience last year? A．Relaxing. B．Pleasant. C．Demanding. D．Boring. 3．What does the underlined part in the last paragraph probably mean? A．She couldn’t contain the pain the dancing gave her. B．She was afraid of the audience’s negative response. C．She felt enormously stressed after her performance. D．She would insist on what brought her true happiness. 4．How did the author’s attitude toward music change? A．Passionate—awkward—insistent—pleasant—determined. B．Passionate—insistent—awkward—determined—pleasant. C．Awkward—passionate—insistent—pleasant—determined. D．Awkward—passionate—determined—insistent—pleasant. A 12-minute piece of music composed by Mozart has been discovered in a library in Germany. Researchers think the composer wrote the previously unknown piece-called Serenade in C-when he was a young teenager. The composition was found in the holdings of Germany’s Leipzig Municipal Libraries-some 280 miles north of Salzburg, Austria, where Mozart was born in 1756. Although Mozart wrote this piece when he was only a teenager, it was not uncommon for him to write music in his childhood. Mozart began to perform around Austria from the age of five and shortly afterwards became famous as a composer. Mozart probably wrote the recently discovered composition between the mid and late 1760s, according to a statement from the Leipzig Municipal Libraries. Library researchers were compiling (编辑) an edition of the Kochel catalog, a collection of Mozart’s works, when they came across a mysterious bound manuscript (装订好的手稿) containing a handwritten composition in brown ink. The composition is thought to have been written by Mozart. The handwriting, however, is not Mozart’s, suggesting that the manuscript is a copy of the original composition. The researchers think it was made around 1780. The researchers say the music fits stylistically with other works from the 1760s, when Mozart was between the ages of 10 and13. The young composer was no longer creating pieces that sounded like this one by the time he was in his late teens. In his early years, Mozart wrote many chamber works like Serenade in C, which his father recorded on a list of his son’s compositions. Many of these works were thought to have been lost to history. Luckily, this particular piece was saved–thanks to the composer’ s sister. “It looks as if a complete string trio (二重奏曲) has survived in Leipzig,” Leisinger, a worker from the International Mozarteum Foundation, says. “The source was obviously Mozart’s sister, who perhaps preserved the work in memory of her brother.” 1．What does the second paragraph intend to show about Mozart? A．His talent at a young age. B．His connection to Salzburg. C．His preference for performing. D．His popularity all around the world. 2．On what basis do the researchers date Serenade in C? A．The title of the composition. B．The style of the composition. C．The number in the Kochel catalog. D．The color of the ink used in the copy. 3．Why is Mozart’s sister mentioned? A．She had a positive influence on Mozart. B．She was the first to perform Serenade in C. C． She helped Mozart compose Serenade in C. D．She was the one who preserved Serenade in C. 4．Which of the following is the best title for the text? A．Mozart’s Works Need Updating. B．Mozart’s Works Attract New Attention. C．A Lost Mozart Composition Was Discovered. D．Researchers Uncovered the Early Life of Mozart. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$