专题01 阅读理解（说明文）（一）-【好题汇编】备战2024-2025学年高一英语下学期期末真题分类汇编（新高考通用）

专题01 阅读理解(说明文)(一) ( 地 城 高频话题 01 学习 ) Passage 1 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏苏州·期末）Maths is all around us, from working out how to share the bill after a meal to calculating (计算) your household bills. Some people love the challenge of working out maths problems, but many fear the moment when they have to deal with numbers and figures and feel a real sense of worry. It can seem discouraging, but this ‘maths anxiety’ is perfectly normal, and you’re definitely not alone. And anyway, our worries and fears don’t necessarily reflect our ability. The problem really starts in childhood, at school. Research has found that maths teachers who are nervous about teaching the subject can pass on their anxiety to the pupils, and girls may be more likely to be affected. The Programme for International Student Assessment found around 31% of 15 and 16-year-olds across 34 countries said they got very nervous doing maths problems, 33% said they got tense and nervous doing maths homework, and nearly 60% said they worried maths classes would be difficult. Shulamit Kahn, from Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, told the BBC she believes giving students, particularly girls, good role models “is significant, especially at a young age”. She thinks the key is to get people, especially women who love teaching maths, to teach younger children. Writing for BBC Future, David Robson says “It’s not clear why maths gives rise to so much fear compared to geography. But the fact that there’s a right or wrong answer might make you more worried about underperforming.” And once we assume we’re not a ‘maths person’, we avoid solving things that we probably could do. Psychologists (心理学家) have been trying to work out why mental calculation can bring us out in a sweat. That fear may come from many sources, but some suggest that expressing your fears clearly can loosen their hold on you, and encourage children to see a maths test as a challenge, not a threat (威胁). We need to think positively about maths and give it a second chance. 1．Regarding “maths anxiety” in paragraph 1, the author thinks ______. A．it is unique B．it is formal C．it is common D．it is necessary 2．What can be inferred from paragraph 2? A．Girls are better at maths than boys. B．Maths classes are difficult for all students. C．Students’ anxiety results entirely from teachers. D．Confidence in maths needs developing in childhood. 3．What will be a potential result if one thinks he is not a ‘maths person’? A．He will rise to challenges. B．He will learn maths harder. C．He will be doubtful about his ability. D．He will not see maths as a threat. 4．What are children advised to do according to the last paragraph? A．Track sources of maths fear regularly. B．Speak fears out for improvement bravely. C．Explore causes of failure in maths carefully. D．Quit challenges to avoid anxiety actively. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讨论了数学焦虑的现象，对于学生特别是女孩，提供好的数学学习榜样非常重要，尤其是要让热爱数学教学的女性来教授年幼的孩子。此外，心理学家正在研究数学焦虑的来源，并建议通过表达恐惧来减轻其影响，鼓励孩子们将数学测试视为挑战而非威胁。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“Some people love the challenge of working out maths problems, but many fear the moment when they have to deal with numbers and figures and feel a real sense of worry. It can seem discouraging, but this ‘maths anxiety’ is perfectly normal, and you’re definitely not alone. (有些人喜欢解决数学题的挑战，但许多人害怕处理数字和数字的时刻，并感到真正的担忧。这似乎令人沮丧，但这种“数学焦虑”是完全正常的，你绝对不是一个人。)”可知，数学焦虑是非常普遍的，并且你绝对不是唯一一个感到焦虑的人。这表明作者认为数学焦虑是常见的。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段中“The problem really starts in childhood, at school. Research has found that maths teachers who are nervous about teaching the subject can pass on their anxiety to the pupils, and girls may be more likely to be affected. (这个问题在儿童时期，在学校就开始了。研究发现，在教学过程中感到紧张的数学老师会把他们的焦虑传递给学生，而女孩可能更容易受到影响。)”以及“Shulamit Kahn, from Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, told the BBC she believes giving students, particularly girls, good role models “is significant, especially at a young age”. She thinks the key is to get people, especially women who love teaching maths, to teach younger children.(波士顿大学奎斯特罗姆商学院的舒拉米特·卡恩告诉BBC，她认为给学生，尤其是女孩树立好榜样‘很重要，尤其是在年轻的时候’。她认为，关键是让人们，尤其是那些热爱数学教学的女性，去教更年幼的孩子。)”可知，数学焦虑通常始于儿童时期，在学校。研究显示，数学教师的焦虑可能会传递给学生，尤其是女孩。这暗示了在儿童时期培养对数学的信心是必要的，因此波士顿大学奎斯特罗姆商学院的舒拉米特·卡恩建议尤其由那些热爱数学教学的女性，去教更年幼的孩子。D选项“Confidence in maths needs developing in childhood.(对数学的信心需要在儿童时期培养。)”与原文表达一致。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段中“And once we assume we’re not a ‘maths person’, we avoid solving things that we probably could do.( 一旦我们认为自己不是一个‘数学人’”，我们就会避免解决我们可能会做的事情。)”可知，一旦我们认为自己不是“数学人”，我们就会避免解决我们可能能够解决的问题。这表明，如果一个人认为自己不是数学人，他可能会对自己的能力产生怀疑。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“That fear may come from many sources, but some suggest that expressing your fears clearly can loosen their hold on you, and encourage children to see a maths test as a challenge, not a threat (威胁). We need to think positively about maths and give it a second chance.( 这种恐惧的来源可能有很多，但一些人认为，清楚地表达你的恐惧可以放松它们对你的控制，并鼓励孩子将数学考试视为挑战，而不是威胁。我们需要积极地看待数学，给它第二次机会。)”可知，一些心理学家建议，清晰地表达你的恐惧可以减轻它们对你的控制，鼓励孩子们将数学测试视为挑战，而不是威胁。这表明孩子们被建议勇敢地说出他们的恐惧，以求改进。故选B。 Passage 2 （2023-2024学年高一下·福建泉州·期末）Active learning is a method that has students learning at its centre and fully participating in class activities. It focuses on not only the content but also the way they learn. Students are encouraged to “think hard”, practice skills, solve problems, struggle with complex questions, propose solutions, and explain ideas in their own words through writing and discussion, rather than receive information inactively from the teacher. Active learning is based on the Theory of Constructivism (建构主义理论), which stresses the fact that learners build their own understanding upon their existing knowledge. Researchers also believe that learning should be closely connected and within a meaningful context. Besides, learning experiences for young people should be appropriate to their level of development. There is now a wealth of research that shows us that simply telling students what they need to know doesn’t help them to gain a deep understanding of a subject area. Instead, teachers should challenge their students’ thinking. Teachers should also keep students engaged and active in their own learning process so as to build students’ knowledge and understanding. By giving students greater involvement and control over their learning, active learning increases students’ interest and develops their learning ability. This means that students are better able to continue learning once they have left school and college. It also prepares students better for both higher education and for the workplace because analytical (分析的) skills help them to be better at solving problems. Universities and employers value this. Since an active learning method encourages all students to stay focused on their learning, teachers will often see students show greater interest in their studies. They also enjoy the level of academic discussion with their students which an active learning approach encourages. 5．What is the purpose of paragraph 2? A．To advocate active learning. B．To further explain active learning. C．To present application of active learning. D．To evidence the effects of active learning. 6．How should teachers promote active learning in students? A．By offering ideas. B．By giving explanation. C．By feeding information. D．By encouraging thinking. 7．What can be a benefit of active learning? A．Higher education admission rate. B．Better life-long learning ability. C．Fewer complex questions while studying. D．Greater teacher control over students’ learning. 8．Which aspect of active learning does the passage focus on? A．Its features. B．Its rules. C．Its background. D．Its development. 【答案】5．B 6．D 7．B 8．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是主动学习的意义和特点。 5．推理判断题。根据第一段中的“Active learning is a method that has students learning at its centre and fully participating in class activities. It focuses on not only the content but also the way they learn.(主动学习是一种以学生学习为中心，充分参与课堂活动的学习方法。它不仅关注内容，也关注他们学习的方式。)”可知，第一段简要讲述了什么是主动学习以及你主动学习关注的内容，结合第二段中的“Active learning is based on the Theory of Constructivism (建构主义理论), which stresses the fact that learners build their own understanding upon their existing knowledge.(主动学习是建立在建构主义理论(建构主义理论)的基础上的，它强调学习者在已有知识的基础上建立自己的理解。)”可知，第二段讲述的是主动学习的理论基础，由此可知，第二段主要进一步解释主动学习。故选B项。 6．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Instead, teachers should challenge their students’ thinking. Teachers should also keep students engaged and active in their own learning process so as to build students’ knowledge and understanding.(相反，教师应该挑战学生的思维。教师还应该让学生积极参与自己的学习过程，以建立学生的知识和理解。)”可知，教师应该挑战学生思维，让学生积极参与学习过程，建立学生的知识和理解，由此可知，教师应该通过鼓励学生积极思考，让学生积极参与学习过程。故选D项。 7．细节理解题。根据第四段中的“This means that students are better able to continue learning once they have left school and college. It also prepares students better for both higher education and for the workplace because analytical (分析的) skills help them to be better at solving problems.(这意味着学生离开学校和大学后能够更好地继续学习。它还帮助学生更好地为高等教育和工作做好准备，因为分析能力帮助他们更好地解决问题。)”可知，主动学习意味着学生离开学校后能继续学习，还能为他们为高等教育和工作做好准备，由此可知，主动学习的一个好处是使学生有着更好的终身学习能力。故选B项。 8．主旨大意题。根据首段中的“Active learning is a method that has students learning at its centre and fully participating in class activities. It focuses on not only the content but also the way they learn.(主动学习是一种以学生学习为中心，充分参与课堂活动的学习方法。它不仅关注内容，也关注他们学习的方式。)”可知，主动学习以学生为中心，让学生充分参与课堂学习，既关注学习内容，又关注学习方式，结合下文中的介绍的主动学习的理论基础、如何促进主动学习、主动学习的好处等可知，本文主要围绕着主动学习的特点方面进行介绍。故选A项。 Passage 3 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖南衡阳·期末）Knowing the best way to study will help you to be a better student. By using your time properly, you can do your homework more quickly. Learning to study is not difficult. The first thing to remember is that you must be willing to learn. It doesn’t mean that you must always like the subject. It does mean, however, that you must be willing to do whatever is necessary to learn. Try to understand why it is important and how it will help you now and later to do and learn other things. Knowing mathematics facts will be useful in your whole life. Knowing how to spell makes any kind of writing easier. Sometimes the subject that you think is going to be uninteresting will be exciting when you begin to work at it and understand it more clearly. Learning things can be fun if you are willing to work with them. Here’s some advice for you: have a certain time each day and a quiet place with good lighting for study, so that you can concentrate on your study without interruptions (中断); have everything ready before you sit down to study, a dictionary, paper, a pen and books; be sure you understand what you should learn before you start; read carefully and pay special attention to the most important things; when memorizing, first find out the main parts and then recite the whole thing; check your homework after you finish it; never forget the importance of review and preview. 9．The main purpose of the article is ________. A．to prove that learning is not difficult B．to make the readers be interested in study C．to tell the importance of self-teaching D．to tell the students how to study well 10．The first thing to remember in studying is that ________. A．you must like the subject B．you must follow the teacher C．you must enjoy learning D．you must study hard 11．What do you think is the meaning of the underlined word in the last paragraph? A．复习 B．预习 C．看见 D．浏览 12．Which advice isn’t mentioned in the text? A．Find a quiet place with good lighting. B．Prepare everything before you begin to study. C．Find a partner when you study. D．Concentrate on the most important things. 【答案】9．D 10．C 11．B 12．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章指出成为更好学生的关键在于掌握有效的学习方法，建议读者首先要有学习的意愿，并提供了具体的学习建议。 9．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中“Knowing the best way to study will help you to be a better student. (知道最好的学习方法将帮助你成为一个更好的学生)”可知，文章指出成为更好学生的关键在于掌握有效的学习方法，建议读者首先要有学习的意愿，并提供了具体的学习建议。由此可知，文章的主要目的在于告诉学生如何好好学习。故选D项。 10．细节理解题。根据第二段中“The first thing to remember is that you must be willing to learn. It doesn’t mean that you must always like the subject. It does mean, however, that you must be willing to do whatever is necessary to learn. (首先要记住的是，你必须愿意学习。这并不意味着你必须总是喜欢这门学科。然而，它确实意味着你必须愿意做任何必要的学习)”可知，在学习中要记住的第一件事是你必须喜欢学习。故选C项。 11．词句猜测题。画线词的上文“never forget the importance of review (永远不要忘记复习的重要性)”建议牢记复习的重要性，画线单词和review“复习”是并列关系，意思应该是“预习”。故选B项。 12．细节理解题。根据第三段中“have a certain time each day and a quiet place with good lighting for study (每天有固定的时间和一个光线好的安静的地方学习)”、“have everything ready before you sit down to study, a dictionary, paper, a pen and books (在你坐下来学习之前，准备好所有的东西：字典、纸、笔和书)”和“read carefully and pay special attention to the most important things (仔细阅读，特别注意最重要的东西)”可知，文章有提及找一个光线好的安静地方，在开始学习之前准备好一切，把注意力集中在最重要的事情上，未提及学习时找个伙伴。故选C项。 Passage 4 （2023-2024学年高一下·广东中山·期末）Technology and the Psychology of Second Language Learners and Users is a collection of studies that focuses on second language (L2) teaching and learning. This book, made up of 23 parts, presents research on how technology affects the learning psychology (心理) of L2learners. One of the main contributions of the book is that it is more than just a descriptive account of current research regarding technology and the psychological side of L2 learners. A key view is that technology does not necessarily lead to positive psychological effects. In fact, some learners may feel anxious or uncomfortable using technology for language learning, which can hinder their performance. What’s more, learner psychology still requires closer examination, as learners’ attitudes towards technology-assisted learning do not always match their actual practices. Another important contribution of this book is that it presents the connection and interplay between language learners’ online identity and offline identity. As studies in the book have shown, positive online identities may support language learning and can potentially apply to offline situations. Also, individuals have different identities in the off line environment, which may influence how they experience online. A third contribution of the book is that it provides various cases in detail to tell readers how to conduct research. Technology has created different online learning contexts for researchers to investigate, such as blogs and online social networks, to name a few. Thus, researchers are offered a lot of choices and have various studies to refer to when they do future research. As illustrated above, this book provides both theoretical and practical value. It familiarizes researchers with the interplay of technology, psychology, and L2 learning, while also reminding teachers of the importance of integrating (结合) technology thoughtfully, considering individual learner differences. Adding instructions and steps on how to apply research findings to real teaching and learning contexts at the end of each part could further strengthen the book’s usefulness for language instructors. 13．What does the underlined word “hinder” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Predict. B．Prevent. C．Analyze. D．Improve. 14．What can we learn about the book? A．It indicates the benefits of positive online identities. B．It illustrates the technology for positive psychology. C．It develops offline learning contexts for researchers. D．It provides detailed instructions for language teachers. 15．What's the author's attitude towards the book? A．Neutral. B．Negative. C．Unclear. D．Positive. 16．What is the text? A．A book review. B．A news report. C．A research paper. D．A learning guide. 【答案】13．B 14．A 15．D 16．A 【导语】这是一篇书评。评述了一本关于科技对二语学习者心理影响的研究集，肯定其理论与实践价值，指出科技不总带来正面心理效应。 13．词句猜测题。根据第二段中的句子“In fact, some learners may feel anxious or uncomfortable using technology for language learning, which can hinder their performance.（事实上，一些学习者在使用技术进行语言学习时可能会感到焦虑或不舒服，这可能hinder他们的表现。）”可知，既然学习者会感到焦虑或不舒服，那么这自然就会阻碍他们的表现。“hinder”在这里指的是阻止或者妨碍，与选项B的“Prevent”意思相近。故选B项。 14．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“As studies in the book have shown, positive online identities may support language learning and can potentially apply to offline situations.(正如本书中的研究所表明的那样，积极的在线身份可能有助于语言学习，并可能适用于离线情况。)”可知，这表明书中涉及了在线身份的积极影响。因此，我们选择A项（它指出了积极在线身份的好处。）。故选A项。 15．推理判断题。通过整体阅读文章，第二段，第三段和第四段作者都用“contributions of the book(这本书的贡献）”来开头，尤其是结尾处的句子“As illustrated above, this book provides both theoretical and practical value.（如上所述，这本书提供了理论和实践价值。）”，可以推断出作者对这本书的态度是积极的，肯定的。故选D项。 16．推理判断题。从第一段中的“This book, made up of 23parts, presents research on how technology affects the learning psychology (心理) of L2learners.(这本书由23个部分组成，介绍了技术如何影响L2学习者的学习心理的研究。)”可知，整篇文章是对一本书的内容和贡献进行了介绍和评价，符合书评的特征。因此，文章最可能是一篇书评。故选A项。 ( 地 城 高频话题 02 购物 ) （2023-2024学年高一下·浙江宁波·期末）Have you ever wondered about the universal layout (布局) of supermarkets? Smart designers are behind it, subtly tempting you to walk through each aisle and fill your shopping cart without even realizing it. Grocery store design is a carefully crafted art from both psychological and marketing standpoints, according to Reeves Connelly, who studied architectural design at the Pratt Institute. He explained there is a specific reason why fruit and vegetables are often located at the front of the store, “You’ll grab the fruits and vegetables first and then hopefully feel less guilty about buying junk food later on.” Meanwhile, essential items such as milk and eggs are placed at the back of the store to ensure customers walk through other aisles with many unhealthy options like snacks and sodas, potentially increasing the likelihood of impulse purchases. There’s also a reason why you often feel lost in local supermarkets. Shockingly, they move things around. Reeves explained, “They are very much aware that these strategies become less effective after you visit the store a few times and get a better sense of where everything is, so they’ll regularly move the products to different aisles to con fuse you. The practice is not limited to a specific store but is employed across various retail chains.” “Their little tricks always work on me,” one regular shopper admits, “I walk in to get three things and end up spending $300; that’s why I hate grocery shopping,” he said. On the other hand, some shoppers are proud to declare they have never fallen into the trap. “That’s why I always keep a shopping list on me,” another shopper shared. “I’ve started having my groceries delivered. If I have to go to the store, I never grab a trolley. If I can’t carry it, I’m not buying it,” he added. 1．What is the purpose of the supermarket layout? A．To show the designer’s wisdom. B．To save consumers’ shopping time. C．To increase non-essential purchases. D．To provide multiple goods for choice. 2．What would the store owner probably do to make more profits? A．Put the healthy food together. B．Distribute junk food in different areas. C．Place essential items before junk food. D．Rearrange products in supermarkets regularly. 3．What can be inferred from the last paragraph? A．Most shoppers are trapped in marketing tricks. B．Shopping baskets are better than heavy trolleys. C．Making lists can be a smart act for impulse buying. D．Grocery delivery can help improve supermarket sales. 4．Where is this text most likely from? A．A business magazine. B．A psychology report. C．A research paper. D．A shopping guide. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了超市布局背后促进非必要消费的特殊原因以及建议。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段的“Meanwhile, essential items such as milk and eggs are placed at the back of the store to ensure customers walk through other aisles with many unhealthy options like snacks and sodas, potentially increasing the likelihood of impulse purchases.(与此同时，牛奶和鸡蛋等必需品被放在商店的后面，以确保顾客穿过其他过道，有许多不健康的选择，如零食和苏打水，这可能会增加冲动购物的可能性)”可知，超市布局的目的是促进非必要消费。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段的“Reeves explained, “They are very much aware that these strategies become less effective after you visit the store a few times and get a better sense of where everything is, so they’ll regularly move the products to different aisles to con fuse you. The practice is not limited to a specific store but is employed across various retail chains.”(里夫斯解释说：“他们非常清楚，当你几次光顾商店并更好地了解每样商品的位置后，这些策略的效果就会降低，所以他们会定期将产品移到不同的过道，让你感到困惑。这种做法不仅限于特定的商店，而是被各种零售连锁店采用。”)”可知，为了提高利润，店主可能会定期重新安排超市的产品布局。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段的“On the other hand, some shoppers are proud to declare they have never fallen into the trap. “That’s why I always keep a shopping list on me,” another shopper shared.(另一方面，一些购物者自豪地宣称他们从未落入陷阱。“这就是为什么我总是把购物清单放在身上，”另一位购物者分享道)”可推知，带购物清单是避免冲动购物的明智之举。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据第一段“Have you ever wondered about the universal layout (布局) of supermarkets? Smart designers are behind it, subtly tempting you to walk through each aisle and fill your shopping cart without even realizing it.(你有没有想过超市的通用布局？聪明的设计师在背后，巧妙地引诱你穿过每一条过道，在不知不觉中装满购物车)”以及全文可知，文章主要说明了超市布局背后促进非必要消费的特殊原因以及建议。由此推知，文章可能选自一本商业杂志。故选A。 Passage 2 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖北武汉·期末）Parents may worry that their children aren’t getting enough quality sleep. However, now there’s a smart bed to provide adults with sleep data by a smart app. The SleepIQbed can send a signal of attention to parents when their children are asleep, as well as if they are risking out of bed. If a child is tossing and turning (辗转反侧) , it can also be adjusted to make it more comfortable. The bed was first introduced at the International Consumer, Electronics Show (CES) . It claims to be the only one in the world, which adjusts with children as they grow. Children don’t need to wear a smart-band or alternative wearable device in bed. Instead, the quality of their sleep is measured by sensors in the bed, which monitor their present, average breathing rate, heart rate and movement. Then it assesses quality of sleep. They are given a SleepIQ score for each night’s sleep. Using an accompanying app, parents can see it clearly. It also allows parents to monitor routines (常规) that affect sleep, such as exercise, caffeine and screen time, helping them to develop a routine that helps develop a good night’s shut-eye. The bed sends a signal to the app when it senses a child is out of bed or is restless, such as if he is having a nightmare (噩梦). Its firmness can be adjusted to change the level of comfort and support to suit children as they grow. A “head tilt (倾斜)” feature for reading is built in, and parents can remotely turn a light out after reading time using the app. There are also fun features such as a “monster scanner”, which uses a mobile phone to check for and fight monsters under the bed. What’s more, an automatic light will guide children, if they need to get up in the middle of the night. The bed is available online and at Sleep Number stores in the US from around $ 499, almost the same as the beds we are sleeping on. 5．What effect does the SleepIQbed have on children? A．Their sleep quality will be improved. B．Their sports performance will be improved. C．Their health condition will be improved greatly. D．They no longer need to get up in the middle of the night. 6．What can be learned from the text? A．The SleepIQbed is the best bed around the world. B．Children will never fall out of the SleepIQ bed. C．The smart bed is as cheap as an ordinary one. D．Another smart bed is needed with children growing older. 7．What can be inferred from having the SleepIQ bed? A．Children won’t have a nightmare. B．Parents can be free from some worries. C．Children had better not read on the bed. D．Parents don’t need to care for children any more at night. 8．What does the text mainly talk about? A．How to get a good sleep. B．How parents take care of children. C．The smart bed helping sleep better. D．Risks that children face when sleeping. 【答案】5．A 6．C 7．B 8．C 【导语】本篇是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一款智能床，它的各种功能可以保证孩子们的睡眼质量。 5．细节理解题。根据第一段中“The SleepIQbed can send a signal of attention to parents when their children are asleep, as well as if they are risking out of bed. If a child is tossing and turning (辗转反侧) , it can also be adjusted to make it more comfortable.(SleepIQ床可以在孩子睡着时以及如果他们有下床的风险时向父母发出关注的信号。如果孩子在辗转反侧，也可以对其进行调整，使其更舒适。)”可知，SleepIQ床可以让孩子们的睡眠质量得到改善。故选A项。 6．推理判断题。根据最后一段“The bed is available online and at Sleep Number stores in the US from around $ 499, almost the same as the beds we are sleeping on.”（这款床在网上和Sleep Number美国门店有售，起价499美元左右，几乎和我们现在睡的床一样。）可推知，这款智能床和普通床一样便宜。故选C项。 7．推理判断题。根据第一段中“The SleepIQbed can send a signal of attention to parents when their children are asleep, as well as if they are risking out of bed.”（当孩子睡着时以及如果他们有下床的风险，SleepIQ床会向父母发出一个关注的信号）以及第二段中“It also allows parents to monitor routines ( 常规 ) that affect sleep, such as exercise, caffeine and screen time, helping them to develop a routine that helps develop a good night’s shut-eye.(它还允许父母监控影响睡眠的日常活动，比如锻炼、咖啡因和看屏幕的时间，帮助他们养成一种有助于晚上睡个好觉的习惯。)”可推知，智能床会在孩子们有危险时报警，可以让父母监控影响睡眠的日常活动，帮助他们养成一种有助于晚上睡个好觉的习惯；由此可知，SleepIQ bed可以让家长从对孩子的一些担忧中解脱出来。故选B项。 8．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其根据第一段“Parents may worry that their children aren’t getting enough quality sleep. However, now there’s a smart bed to provide adults with sleep data by a smart app. The SleepIQbed can send a signal of attention to parents when their children are asleep, as well as if they are risking out of bed. If a child is tossing and turning (辗转反侧) , it can also be adjusted to make it more comfortable.”（父母可能会担心他们的孩子没有得到足够的高质量睡眠。然而，现在有一种智能床可以通过智能应用程序为成年人提供睡眠数据。当孩子睡着时以及如果他们有下床的风险，SleepIQ床可以向父母发送一个关注信号。如果孩子翻来覆去，也可以调整一下，让它更舒服。）可知，文章主要介绍了一款帮助孩子改善睡眠质量的智能床SleepIQbed，这款智能床的功能和优点，以及它如何帮助孩子改善睡眠质量。C选项“让你睡得更好的智能床”能够概括文章主旨。故选C项。 ( 地 城 高频话题 03 饮食健康 ) （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏盐城·期末）Comfort food makes a person feel good. Food high in sugar or fat tends to improve mood by stimulating the brain’s reward system. So it makes sense that many of us may turn to food for comfort in times of stress. There’s some fascinating research that examines food as a source of comfort. However, the most interesting thing about this research may be that foods are far less comforting than we tend to believe they are. Traci Mann, a professor of psychology, and colleagues conducted a series of studies with college students. The researchers examined how much comfort foods actually improve mood. They provided students with one of the three foods that they had indicated were their top, personal comfort foods. After producing a negative mood by having them watch movie clips designed to increase their sadness, anger and anxiety, the researchers offered the students their comfort food. They had to assess (评估) how they felt before and after they were supposedly comforted by ice cream, pizza or whatever they had indicated they typically ate to feel better. All of the students completed the study on two separate occasions: once when they were able to eat their comfort food and once when they were able to eat another food they liked, but they wouldn’t call a comfort food. The researchers found that comfort food did improve students’ moods — but only by a little bit and not more than the other food they liked. In another study, comfort food was compared to no food at all, and students’ moods seemed to improve even when they didn’t eat anything — most likely just due to the passage of time. The take-home message from the studies? While the comfort food may make the person feel better for the time being, it does little to address emotional problems. Of course, everyone can indulge (纵情) in a comfort food from time to time, but overall, aim for these instances to be the exception rather than the rule. 1．Which aspect of comfort food do Traci Mann’s studies focus on? A．The means by which it affects mood. B．Its role in reducing negativity. C．The extent to which it lifts mood. D．Its impact on physical health. 2．How were the studies carried out? A．By comparison. B．By observation. C．By analysis. D．By collecting data. 3．What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph? A．To explain a rule. B．To introduce a concept. C．To present a fact. D．To make a suggestion. 4．What is a suitable title for the text? A．Feeling Negative? Try Comfort Food B．Comfort Food May Not Do Wonders C．The Science behind Comfort Food D．Comfort Food Tends to Be Unhealthy 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述了实验表明，安慰食物并不像人们相信的那样对情绪有很好的改善作用。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“The researchers examined how much comfort foods actually improve mood.”（研究人员调查了安慰食物实际上能改善多少情绪。）可知，Traci Mann和同事们的研究着眼于安慰食物对提升情绪的程度。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段“They had to assess (评估) how they felt before and after they were supposedly comforted by ice cream, pizza or whatever they had indicated they typically ate to feel better. All of the students completed the study on two separate occasions: once when they were able to eat their comfort food and once when they were able to eat another food they liked, but they wouldn’t call a comfort food.”（他们必须评估他们在吃冰淇淋、披萨或任何他们认为能让他们感觉更好的东西之前和之后的感觉。所有的学生都在两个不同的情况下完成了这项研究：一次是当他们能够吃到他们喜欢的食物时，另一次是当他们能够吃到另一种他们喜欢的食物时，但他们不会称之为安慰食物。）和第四段“In another study, comfort food was compared to no food at all, and students’ moods seemed to improve even when they didn’t eat anything—most likely just due to the passage of time.”（在另一项研究中，将安慰食物与不吃食物进行比较，学生们的情绪似乎有所改善，即使他们不吃任何东西——很可能只是由于时间的推移。）可知，研究是通过给学生们不同的食物，并对他们吃东西前后的情绪进行对比来进行的。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段“While the comfort food may make the person feel better for the time being, it does little to address emotional problems. Of course, everyone can indulge (纵情) in a comfort food from time to time, but overall, aim for these instances to be the exception rather than the rule.”（虽然安慰食物可能会让人暂时感觉好一些，但它对解决情绪问题几乎没有作用。当然，每个人都可以偶尔放纵一下，但总的来说，这些都是例外，而不是规则。）可知，本段告知读者安慰食物可能会让人暂时感觉好一些，但它对解决情绪问题几乎没有作用，因此缓解情绪应该选择一些别的方法。故推断文章最后一段是作者想要给读者们提出建议，不要过度依赖于安慰食物来解决情绪问题。故选D。 4．主旨大意题。根据第一段“However, the most interesting thing about this research may be that foods are far less comforting than we tend to believe they are.”（然而，这项研究最有趣的地方可能是，食物远没有我们想象的那样能安慰人。）和最后一段“While the comfort food may make the person feel better for the time being, it does little to address emotional problems.”（虽然安慰食物可能会让人暂时感觉好一些，但它对解决情绪问题几乎没有作用。）及全文内容可知，本文主要表明了安慰食物可能无法改善人们的情绪，不能产生奇迹。B选项“Comfort Food May not Work Wonders”（安慰食物可能不会产生奇迹）能够概括文章主旨，为最佳标题。故选B。 Passage 2 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏常州·期末）Last week a study was published showing that people with bowel cancer (肠癌) who drink coffee — quite a lot of coffee, two to four cups a day — were less likely to suffer a return of the disease. Experts have said that if the results hold in further studies, coffee could be prescribed (开处方) to cancer patients on the NHS (National Health Service) . That coffee does have an effect on human function is no doubt — but whether that impact is beneficial or harmful has been controversial (有争议的) since its beginning in the mid-15th century. The native peoples of the forests of Kaffa in south-west Ethiopia searched for berries (浆果) from wild coffee plants that were shipped across the Red Sea to prepare the decoction (煮出的汁) known as qahwa, which was used to reduce their desire for sleep. Once mainstream Islamic courts said coffee was not poisonous, consumption became widespread among the Muslim populations in the Middle East and the Ottoman empire. First regarded as a form of medicine, Turkish traders introduced coffee to Venice, where it was prescribed for digestive disorders. It was served in small, cold potions. London’s first coffee houses appeared in the 1650s, attracting customers with the advertised health benefits of the new beverage. However, not all were convinced. The 1674 Women’s Petition Against Coffee declared that too much coffee consumption weakened men and made them unproductive. Since the 1960s, mass surveys of coffee drinkers have shown different results of its impact. In 1991 the World Health Organization listed coffee as a possible cause of cancer, but in 2016 this conclusion was reversed (反转) as more studies have shown a larger number of positive outcomes being associated with coffee drinking. Following centuries on the defensive (处于守势), it may be time for coffee professionals to dust down those handbills and channel their inner Pasqua Rosée. 5．What was the main finding of the recent study mentioned in paragraph 1? A．Coffee has no impact on human function. B．Drinking coffee reduces the risk of bowel cancer. C．People with bowel cancer should avoid drinking coffee. D．Coffee has no effect on the return of bowel cancer. 6．Why does the writer mention the history of coffee consumption? A．To highlight the cultural significance of coffee in different regions. B．To emphasize the historical controversy around coffee’s health effects. C．To show coffee’s long-standing popularity and usage. D．To show the link between coffee’s origins and its medical applications. 7．Which is the most suitable title for this passage? A．The Dark Side of Coffee: A Hidden Cancer Risk B．The Bitter Drink: Coffee’s Secret in Being Popular C．Uncovering the Truth: Coffee’s Cancer-Fighting History D．Surprising History of Coffee: From Controversial Drink to Potential Cancer Cure 8．Which section of the journal might this article belong to? A．Health & fitness. B．Home & garden. C．History & Culture. D．Finance & investment. 【答案】5．B 6．B 7．D 8．A 【导语】本文的体裁是说明文。文章围绕关于咖啡对人类健康影响的研究发现和历史争议展开，结合了科学研究的结果与咖啡文化的介绍，旨在向公众普及咖啡与健康关系的最新认知，同时回顾了咖啡的社会文化历史。 5．细节理解题。由第一段中的“Last week a study was published showing that people with bowel cancer (肠癌) who drink coffee—quite a lot of coffee, two to four cups a day—were less likely to suffer a return of the disease. (上周发表的一项研究表明，患有肠癌的喝咖啡——相当多的咖啡，一天两到四杯——复发的可能性更小。)”可知，最近的研究主要发现是喝咖啡（每天两到四杯）能够降低肠癌复发的风险。故选B项。 6．推理判断题。由在第二段“The native peoples of the forests of Kaffa in south-west Ethiopia searched for berries (浆果) from wild coffee plants that were shipped across the Red Sea to prepare the decoction (煮出的汁) known as qahwa, which was used to reduce their desire for sleep. Once mainstream Islamic courts said coffee was not poisonous, consumption became widespread among the Muslim populations in the Middle East and the Ottoman empire. (埃塞俄比亚西南部Kaffa森林的土著居民从野生咖啡植物中寻找浆果，这些浆果被运到红海对岸，用来制作被称为qahwa的汤剂，用来减少他们的睡眠欲望。一旦主流伊斯兰法庭宣布咖啡无毒，咖啡的消费就在中东和奥斯曼帝国的穆斯林人群中广泛流行起来。)”可知，第二段介绍了咖啡的历史是为了强调历史上围绕咖啡健康影响的持续争议。故选B项。 7．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是由文章第一段“Last week a study was published showing that people with bowel cancer (肠癌) who drink coffee—quite a lot of coffee, two to four cups a day—were less likely to suffer a return of the disease. Experts have said that if the results hold in further studies, coffee could be prescribed (开处方) to cancer patients on the NHS (National Health Service) . That coffee does have an effect on human function is no doubt—but whether that impact is beneficial or harmful has been controversial (有争议的) since its beginning in the mid-15th century. (上周发表的一项研究表明，患有肠癌的人喝咖啡——相当多的咖啡，一天两到四杯——复发的可能性更小。专家表示，如果进一步的研究结果成立，咖啡可能会被开给NHS（国民健康服务）的癌症患者。咖啡确实对人体机能有影响，这是毫无疑问的，但这种影响是有益的还是有害的，从15世纪中期开始就一直存在争议。)”和最后一段“Since the 1960s, mass surveys of coffee drinkers have shown different results of its impact. In 1991 the World Health Organization listed coffee as a possible cause of cancer, but in 2016 this conclusion was reversed (反转) as more studies have shown a larger number of positive outcomes being associated with coffee drinking. Following centuries on the defensive (处于守势), it may be time for coffee professionals to dust down those handbills and channel their inner Pasqua Rosée. (自20世纪60年代以来，对咖啡饮用者的大规模调查显示了其影响的不同结果。1991年，世界卫生组织将咖啡列为可能导致癌症的原因之一，但在2016年，这一结论被推翻了，因为越来越多的研究表明，喝咖啡会产生更多的积极结果。经过几个世纪的防御，也许是时候让咖啡专业人士掸去那些传单上的灰尘，引导他们内心的Pasqua Rosée了。)”可知，文章主要讨论了咖啡从被质疑可能致癌到被研究发现可能有助于预防肠癌复发的转变过程，穿插了咖啡的历史争议与应用。因此，最合适的标题是“Surprising History of Coffee: From Controversial Drink to Potential Cancer Cure (咖啡的惊人历史：从有争议的饮料到潜在的癌症治疗)”。故选D项。 8．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是由文章第一段“Last week a study was published showing that people with bowel cancer (肠癌) who drink coffee—quite a lot of coffee, two to four cups a day—were less likely to suffer a return of the disease. Experts have said that if the results hold in further studies, coffee could be prescribed (开处方) to cancer patients on the NHS (National Health Service) . That coffee does have an effect on human function is no doubt—but whether that impact is beneficial or harmful has been controversial (有争议的) since its beginning in the mid-15th century. (上周发表的一项研究表明，患有肠癌的人喝咖啡——相当多的咖啡，一天两到四杯——复发的可能性更小。专家表示，如果进一步的研究结果成立，咖啡可能会被开给NHS（国民健康服务）的癌症患者。咖啡确实对人体机能有影响，这是毫无疑问的，但这种影响是有益的还是有害的，从15世纪中期开始就一直存在争议。)”可知，文章主要涉及咖啡与健康的科学研究发现及其历史上的健康争议，因此最有可能出现在健康与健身相关的杂志板块。故选A项。 Passage 3 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏连云港·期末）Dream Xi’an is so close to London Tower that Anne Boleyn could possibly have passed by for her last supper. Opening Dream Xi’an near one of London’s busiest tourist attractions is a bold (大胆的) move. It is a great location with lots of tourists, but maybe not the sort who’d rush, as their first option, to a spot selling pig’s ear and beef. One of Dream Xi’an’s unmissable dishes is their biang biang noodles. Once eaten, biang biang noodles become a compulsion (冲动). Imagine fat, slithery (滑溜的) udo noodles, but much bigger and flatter — wider than a child’s belt — served in long unbroken stretches. If anyone in the UK can start your journey into Shaanxi cooking, it is chef/owner Guirong Wei, of Master Wei and Xi’an Impression, in central and north London. I have yet to leave any of Wei's places not joyfully covered with sweet, hot, vinegary sauces. Here at Dream Xi’an there are at least 12 biang biang and liangpi dishes. Fans of Wei’s other restaurants will notice classics here too, such as the cumin beef burger and Xi’an hand-shredded chicken. New dishes here include paomo soup, a recipe dating back to the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. Dream Xi’an is really rather stylish: a large room in dark wood with Chinese-style decoration. The staff are kind, happy and helpful. Here I am often cared for like a child, with regularly refilled pots of jasmine tea and offers of rice cakes with brown sugar sauce. I challenge you to find a nicer way to spend a couple of hours in this area; in fact, Dream Xi’an is the perfect place to calm down after learning about the bloody history of London Tower in an afternoon. 9．Why is opening Dream Xi’an near London Tower a bold move? A．Anne Boleyn once had supper there. B．Local people dislike pig’s ear and beef. C．London Tower is more attractive to tourists. D．Biang bi ang noodles are wider than expected. 10．What do we know about Guirong Wei? A．He showed tourists around Shaanxi. B．He invented dishes like paomo soup. C．He opened several restaurants in London. D．He served liangpi without vinegary sauces. 11．What is paragraph 5 mainly about? A．History of Dream Xi’an. B．Opinions on the decoration style. C．Impression of Dream Xi’an. D．Praise for the service of the staff. 12．What’s the purpose of the last paragraph? A．To suggest ways to calm down. B．To recommend a nice restaurant. C．To introduce the history of London Tower. D．To share feelings of visiting London Tower. 【答案】9．C 10．C 11．C 12．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了魏桂荣在伦敦开的西安特色菜餐馆：Dream Xi’an。 9．细节理解题。根据第一段中“It is a great location with lots of tourists, but maybe not the sort who’d rush, as their first option, to a spot selling pig’s ear and beef.(这是一个很好的位置，有很多游客，但他们第一选择可能不是去卖猪耳朵和牛肉的地方。)”可知，在伦敦塔附近开设Dream Xi’an是一个大胆的举动的原因是伦敦塔对游客更有吸引力。故选C项。 10．细节理解题。根据第三段中“If anyone in the UK can start your journey into Shaanxi cooking, it is chef/owner Guirong Wei, of Master Wei and Xi’an Impression, in central and north London. I have yet to leave any of Wei's places not joyfully covered with sweet, hot, vinegary sauces.(如果有人能在英国开始你的陕西烹饪之旅，那就是位于伦敦中部和北部的“Master Wei”和“西安印象”的厨师兼老板魏桂荣。)”和第四段中“Here at Dream Xi’an there are at least 12 biang biang and liangpi dishes. Fans of Wei’s other restaurants will notice classics here too, such as the cumin beef burger and Xi’an hand-shredded chicken.(在Dream Xi’an，至少有12种biang biang和凉皮菜。魏其他餐馆的粉丝们也会注意到这里的经典美食，比如孜然牛肉汉堡和西安手撕鸡。)”可知，魏桂荣在伦敦开了几家餐馆。故选C项。 11．主旨大意题。根据第五段“Dream Xi’an is really rather stylish: a large room in dark wood with Chinese-style decoration. The staff are kind, happy and helpful. Here I am often cared for like a child, with regularly refilled pots of jasmine tea and offers of rice cakes with brown sugar sauce.(Dream Xi’an真的很时尚：一间深色木质的大房间，有中国风格的装饰。员工都很善良，快乐和乐于助人。在这里，我经常被照顾得像个孩子一样，他们会频繁地续杯茉莉花茶，还会提供红糖糕。)”可知，本段主要讲了作者对Dream Xi’an的印象。故选C项。 12．推理判断题。根据最后一段“I challenge you to find a nicer way to spend a couple of hours in this area; in fact, Dream Xi’an is the perfect place to calm down after learning about the bloody history of London Tower in an afternoon.(我挑战你找到一个更好的方式在这个地区度过几个小时；事实上，在了解了伦敦塔的血腥历史后，Dream Xi’an是一个完美的平静之地。)”可知，最后一段的目的是推荐一家不错的餐馆：Dream Xi’an。故选B项。 Passage 4 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖南衡阳·期末）Blonde chocolate is not as popular as milk, dark, and white chocolate, but it has already been known as one of the most wonderful variations (变种) of white chocolate ever created. The history of blonde chocolate can date back to the year 2004 when French chef Frederic Bau was busy showing off his skills during an exhibition in Japan. He was so absorbed in his show that he left his white chocolate melting in a bain-marie (蒸锅) for four days. When he finally got back to it, the chocolate had become pale brown and had a very special smell and taste. Frederic quickly came to realize the potential of his discovery, and blonde chocolate was born. He knew he was on his way to something when he tasted blonde chocolate for the first time. However, because the treat was technically the result of an accident, there was no way to produce the result again, at least not immediately. The French chef spent the next seven years experimenting and perfecting the process, to make sure that he produced the best blonde chocolate every time. Since 2012, blonde chocolate has been sold by French chocolater Vlrhona under the name Dulcey, but even though it has made quite an impression on the experts in the years since, blonde chocolate is still not a mainstream (主流的) dessert. That is mainly because French lawmakers refuse to recognize the sweet treat as a fourth type of chocolate. Instead, they recognize it a variation of white chocolate. Blonde chocolate shares a similar story with another unique dessert, Ruby chocolate, the naturally pink chocolate made with Ruby cocoa beans. In 2017, it was called “the biggest innovation in chocolate in 80 years”. Therefore, there is no need to worry about the future of blonde chocolate. 13．What does the second paragraph mainly talk about? A．The origin of blonde chocolate. B．The design of blonde chocolate. C．The importance of blonde chocolate. D．The process of making blonde chocolate. 14．Why do people seldom choose blonde chocolate as a mainstream dessert? A．It is refused by most of French experts. B．It is not as delicious as other sweet treat. C．It is not warmly welcomed by young people. D．It is recognized as a variation of white chocolate. 15．Why does the author mention Ruby chocolate in the last paragraph? A．To present the misfortune of Ruby chocolate. B．To doubt a growing concern about chocolate. C．To show a promising future of blonde chocolate. D．To criticize public attitude towards blonde chocolate. 16．What might be a suitable title for the text? A．People’s Thoughts towards Blonde Chocolate B．Blonde Chocolate, Another Type of Sweet Dessert C．The Uncommon Development of Blonde Chocolate D．Blonde Chocolate, a Delicious Treat Created by Mistake 【答案】13．A 14．D 15．C 16．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了金黄色巧克力的起源、发展历史和前景。 13．主旨大意题。根据第二段“The history of blonde chocolate can date back to the year 2004 when French chef Frederic Bau was busy showing off his skills during an exhibition in Japan. He was so absorbed in his show that he left his white chocolate melting in a bain-marie (蒸锅) for four days. When he finally got back to it, the chocolate had become pale brown and had a very special smell and taste. Frederic quickly came to realize the potential of his discovery, and blonde chocolate was born.(金黄巧克力的历史可以追溯到2004年，当时法国厨师Frederic Bau在日本的一次展览上忙于炫耀自己的技术。他全神贯注于自己的表演，以至于把白巧克力放在蒸锅里融化了四天。当他终于想到巧克力时，巧克力已经变成了浅棕色，有一种非常特殊的气味和味道。Frederic很快意识到了这一发现的潜力，于是金黄色巧克力诞生了)”可知，本段主要介绍了金黄色巧克力的起源。故选A项。 14．细节理解题。根据第四段中“...but even though it has made quite an impression on the experts in the years since, blonde chocolate is still not a mainstream (主流的) dessert. That is mainly because French lawmakers refuse to recognize the sweet treat as a fourth type of chocolate. Instead, they recognize it a variation of white chocolate.(……但是，尽管多年来它给专家们留下了相当深刻的印象，但金色巧克力仍然不是主流甜点。这主要是因为法国立法者拒绝承认这种甜食是第四种巧克力类型。相反，他们认为它是白巧克力的变种)”可知，人们很少选择金黄巧克力作为主流甜点，是因为法国官方认为金黄巧克力并不属于第四种巧克力类型，而是白巧克力的变种。故选D项。 15．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Blonde chocolate shares a similar story with another unique dessert, Ruby chocolate, the naturally pink chocolate made with Ruby cocoa beans. In 2017, it was called “the biggest innovation in chocolate in 80 years”. Therefore, there is no need to worry about the future of blonde chocolate.(金黄巧克力与另一种独特的甜点红宝石巧克力有着相似的故事，红宝石巧克力是一种用红宝石可可豆制成的天然粉色巧克力。2017年，它被称为“80年来巧克力领域最大的创新”。因此，没有必要担心金黄巧克力的未来)”可推知，作者提到红宝石巧克力，是想说明金黄色巧克力也会有同样的有希望的发展前景。故选C项。 16．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Blonde chocolate is not as popular as milk, dark, and white chocolate, but it has already been known as one of the most wonderful variations (变种) of white chocolate ever created.(金黄巧克力不像牛奶、黑巧克力和白巧克力那样受欢迎，但它已经被认为是有史以来最美妙的白巧克力变体之一)”以及第二段“The history of blonde chocolate can date back to the year 2004 when French chef Frederic Bau was busy showing off his skills during an exhibition in Japan. He was so absorbed in his show that he left his white chocolate melting in a bain-marie (蒸锅) for four days. When he finally got back to it, the chocolate had become pale brown and had a very special smell and taste. Frederic quickly came to realize the potential of his discovery, and blonde chocolate was born.(金黄巧克力的历史可以追溯到2004年，当时法国厨师Frederic Bau在日本的一次展览上忙于炫耀自己的技术。他全神贯注于自己的表演，以至于把白巧克力放在蒸锅里融化了四天。当他终于想到巧克力时，巧克力已经变成了浅棕色，有一种非常特殊的气味和味道。Frederic很快意识到了这一发现的潜力，于是金黄巧克力诞生了)”以及文章内容可知，本文主要介绍了法国厨师因为意外制作的美味的金黄巧克力，从此金黄巧克力受到人们的青睐，所以“金黄巧克力，一种错误创造的美味”适合作为文章标题。故选D项。 Passage 5 （2023-2024学年高一下·山东淄博·期末）Around 20 students from the University of Malta took part in a Chinese tea-tasting event on the campus on Wednesday to add a special flavor to their Chinese-language course. For most students, it was their first time to receive an expert introduction to the rich Chinese tea culture and traditional ways of making tea, with special attention to choosing the right water temperature for Chinese tea. The event was hosted by the Confucius Institute at the University of Malta. The master of the event was Sun Yi, a teacher at the institute. She started the event with a brief introduction to Chinese tea culture, followed by a practical demonstration of handling the different kinds of tea leaves. She described the central role of tea in the daily life of Chinese people and taught students how to pronounce “drink”, “tea” and “good” in Mandarin (普通话). “I love Chinese tea very much,” said Lexuri Vazquez, a third-year student majoring in international relations. She said she hadn’t really appreciated the difference between black and green tea before. Thanks to the tea tasting, however, this will change, she added. She would love to go to China one day to learn about more aspects of Chinese culture in the future. Jackie Theuma, office administrator of the Confucius Institute at the university, said she had tasted different kinds of Chinese tea, as the institute’s director, Ji Nengwen who is a Chinese, always shared his tea with her and other colleagues. Theuma has been working at the institute for 11 years, and Chinese culture and language have become a part of her life. Sun found the success of the event inspirational. The Confucius Institute holds cultural events as part of its Chinese-language teaching program to give students an opportunity to better understand what they learn in the classroom. “I will spare no efforts to introduce more aspects of Chinese culture through more events to students, and further raise their interest in learning Chinese and understanding Chinese culture,” Sun said. 17．The event at the University of Malta was intended to ______. A．teach students how to make Chinese tea. B．test students’ Mandarin language skills. C．market the Confucius Institute’s programs. D．deepen students’ understanding of Chinese culture. 18．How did the event affect Lexuri Vazquez? A．She became fluent in Mandarin. B．She decided to start a tea business. C．She learned to tell different types of tea apart. D．She realized the economic value of tea. 19．How did Jackie Theuma feel about Chinese culture? A．Indifferent. B．Enthusiastic. C．Proud. D．Critical. 20．What is the text mainly about? A．A cultural experience on tea tasting. B．A meaningful event about choosing tea. C．An introduction to the Confucius Institute. D．An explanation of a Chinese-language course. 【答案】17．D 18．C 19．B 20．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章讲述了来自马耳他大学的约20名学生参加了校园内的中国品茶活动以及他们的感受。 17．细节理解题。根据第二段“For most students, it was their first time to receive an expert introduction to the rich Chinese tea culture and traditional ways of making tea, with special attention to choosing the right water temperature for Chinese tea.(对于大多数学生来说，这是他们第一次接受专家的介绍，了解丰富的中国茶文化和传统的泡茶方法，特别注意选择合适的中国茶的水温。)”和第三段中“She started the event with a brief introduction to Chinese tea culture, followed by a practical demonstration of handling the different kinds of tea leaves. She described the central role of tea in the daily life of Chinese people and taught students how to pronounce ‘drink’, ‘tea’ and ‘good’ in Mandarin(普通话).(活动开始时，她简单介绍了中国茶文化，然后演示了如何处理不同种类的茶叶。她描述了茶在中国人日常生活中的核心作用，并教学生如何用普通话发音‘喝’、‘茶’和‘好’(普通话)。)”可知，在马耳他大学举行的这次活动旨在加深学生对中国文化的了解。故选D项。 18．细节理解题。根据第四段中“‘I love Chinese tea very much,’ said Lexuri Vazquez, a third-year student majoring in international relations. She said she hadn’t really appreciated the difference between black and green tea before. Thanks to the tea tasting, however, this will change, she added.( ‘我非常喜欢中国茶，’国际关系专业三年级学生Lexuri Vazquez说。她说她以前并没有真正意识到红茶和绿茶之间的区别。不过，她补充说，多亏了品茶，这种情况将会改变。)”可知，这次活动使Lexuri Vazquez学会了区分不同种类的茶。故选C项。 19．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“Jackie Theuma, office administrator of the Confucius Institute at the university, said she had tasted different kinds of Chinese tea, as the institute’s director, Ji Nengwen who is a Chinese, always shared his tea with her and other colleagues. Theuma has been working at the institute for 11 years, and Chinese culture and language have become a part of her life. (该大学孔子学院的办公室管理员Jackie Theuma说，她品尝过不同种类的中国茶，因为孔子学院院长、中国人吉能文总是与她和其他同事分享他的茶。Theuma已经在学院工作了11年，中国文化和语言已经成为她生活的一部分。)”可知，Jackie Theuma对中国文化的态度是充满热情的。故选B项。 20．主旨大意题。通读全文，根据第一段“Around 20 students from the University of Malta took part in a Chinese tea-tasting event on the campus on Wednesday to add a special flavor to their Chinese-language course.(周三，来自马耳他大学的约20名学生参加了校园内的中国品茶活动，为他们的中文课程增添了一份独特的风味。)”和最后一段中“‘I will spare no efforts to introduce more aspects of Chinese culture through more events to students, and further raise their interest in learning Chinese and understanding Chinese culture,’ Sun said.(孙说：‘我将不遗余力地通过更多的活动向学生们介绍更多的中国文化，进一步提高他们学习汉语和了解中国文化的兴趣。’)”可知，本文主要讲述了来自马耳他大学的约20名学生参加了校园内的中国品茶活动，感受到了中国的茶文化。由此可知，这篇文章的主要内容是一次品茶的文化体验。故选A项。 Passage 6 （2023-2024学年高一下·河南·期末）Human experts spend years roasting and tasting coffee from many places to learn about the beans. They might then combine (混合) a coffee bean from Africa with another one from South America to come up with a new blend (混合). But, a coffee roasting company in Helsinki, Finland is hoping that artificial intelligence, or AI, can help ease the workload. Kaffa Roastery recently brought out its “AI-conic” blend at the Helsinki Coffee Festival. The blend is a mixture of four kinds of beans, including Fazenda Pinhal from Brazil. It is the result of a joint project by Kaffa and Elev, a local AI business. Svante Hampf is the founder of Kaffa Roastery. He and his partners wanted to do an experiment to see what blend the computer would produce. “We basically gave descriptions of all our coffee types and their flavours to AI and instructed it to create a new exciting blend,” Hamp f said. The “AI-conic” blend combined beans from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia and Guatemala. It is described as “a well-balanced blend of sweetness and ripe fruit”. Hampf said he thought the combination was “somewhat weird”. He was surprised that the AI programme chose to make the blend out of four different kinds of beans. Most humans choose only two or three beans. However, after the first blind test of the new blend, Kaffa’s coffee experts agreed that the AI-assisted blend was perfect. There was no need to change. Elev’s Antti Merilehto said “AI-conic” is an example of “how AI can introduce new viewpoint to experienced professionals”. The International Coffee Organization says that the 5.6 million people in Finland drink the most coffee per person in the world. And the roasters at Kaffa said they hope the AI project will help to bring more things to the strong coffee culture in the country. Hamp f called it a “first step”, adding, “I think AI has plenty to offer us in the long run. We are particularly impressed of the coffee taste descriptions it created.” 21．What is the function of Paragraph 1? A．To point out a problem. B．To present a finding. C．To introduce the topic. D．To call for a decision. 22．What can we learn about the “AI-conic” blend? A．It is now in mass production. B．It comes in a variety of fruit flavours. C．It is sweeter than other coffee. D．It combines beans from four countries. 23．What does the underlined word “weird” in Paragraph 4 probably mean? A．Strange. B．Great. C．Ordinary. D．Strong. 24．What is the best title for the text? A．AI Robots Help Make Perfect Coffee B．A New Coffee Blend Wins People’s Love C．AI Tries Hand at Blending Coffee in Finland D．AI Projects Are Widely Used in Different Fields 【答案】21．C 22．D 23．A 24．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章主要讲述了芬兰赫尔辛基的Kaffa Roastery咖啡烘焙公司与当地的AI公司Elev合作，利用人工智能创造出一种新的咖啡混合物“AI-conic”。 21．推理判断题。根据第一段“Human experts spend years roasting and tasting coffee from many places to learn about the beans. They might then combine (混合) a coffee bean from Africa with another one from South America to come up with a new blend (混合). But, a coffee roasting company in Helsinki, Finland is hoping that artificial intelligence, or AI, can help ease the workload.(人类专家花费数年时间从许多地方烘焙和品尝咖啡，以了解咖啡豆。然后，他们可能会将一种来自非洲的咖啡豆与另一种来自南美的咖啡豆混合在一起，从而得到一种新的混合物。但是，芬兰赫尔辛基的一家咖啡烘焙公司希望人工智能(AI)可以帮助他们减轻工作量)”以及下文讲述人工智能混合咖啡豆可知，本段主要是引出主题——将人工智能应用于咖啡烘焙，故选C。 22．细节理解题。根据第三段中“The ‘AI-conic’ blend combined beans from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia and Guatemala.(这种‘AI-conic’混合了来自巴西、哥伦比亚、埃塞俄比亚和危地马拉的咖啡豆)”可知，AI-conic结合了来自四个国家的咖啡豆。故选D。 23．词义猜测题。根据划线词下文“He was surprised that the AI programme chose to make the blend out of four different kinds of beans. Most humans choose only two or three beans. However, after the first blind test of the new blend, Kaffa’s coffee experts agreed that the AI-assisted blend was perfect.(令他惊讶的是，人工智能程序选择用四种不同的咖啡豆进行混合。大多数人只选择两到三颗豆子。然而，在对新配方进行首次盲测后，Kaffa的咖啡专家一致认为，人工智能辅助的配方是完美的)”可知，与人类不同，人工智能程序选择用四种不同的咖啡豆进行混合，经过测试后专家一致认为人工智能辅助的配方是完美的，结合下文关键词“surprised”和“However”可知，一开始Hampf认为人工智能辅助的配方有点奇怪，weird意为“奇怪的”，故选A。 24．主旨大意题。根据全文内容，结合第二段中“The blend is a mixture of four kinds of beans, including Fazenda Pinhal from Brazil. It is the result of a joint project by Kaffa and Elev, a local AI business.(这种混合物由四种咖啡豆混合而成，其中包括来自巴西的Fazenda Pinhal。这是Kaffa和当地人工智能企业Elev联合项目的成果)”和最后一段中“I think AI has plenty to offer us in the long run. We are particularly impressed of the coffee taste descriptions it created.(我认为从长远来看，人工智能可以为我们提供很多东西。我们对它创造的咖啡味道描述印象特别深刻)”可知，文章主要讲述了芬兰赫尔辛基的Kaffa Roastery咖啡烘焙公司与当地的AI公司Elev合作，利用人工智能创造出一种新的咖啡混合物“AI-conic”。C项“AI在芬兰尝试混合咖啡”为最佳标题，故选C。 Passage 7 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏徐州·期末）The UK is now the most overweight nation in Europe and the evidence is all around us. As a doctor, I see it daily in practice, dealing with its complications (并发症) ranging from diabetes and high blood pressure to heart disease and cancer. So what are we doing about it? Not enough is the honest answer. First, weight management services, such as mental health guidance, surgery and slimming drugs remain very limited. Also, measures taken in consulting rooms are too often centered around scaring people into action: if you don’t lose weight you will have a heart attack or develop diabetes. Scaring the individual is neither helpful nor effective. Becoming more active is beneficial for many reasons, but exercise alone is not a great way to lose weight, not least because you have to run for at least an hour to burn off a beef pie. Drugs and surgery also have their place but are not required for most overweight people. So I prefer to combine proper exercise with a diet for the best result. But which diet? Often I recommend the low-carb approach, which involves cutting back on sugary drinks and foods, and starches (淀粉) such as rice and bread. I don’t believe there is anything magical about the approach but it has a number of benefits: it seems easier to follow than many other approaches, and it helps lower blood sugar levels for the ten million or so people in the UK who already have type 2 diabetes or are at high risk of developing it. Solving the obesity (肥胖) problem involves not only supporting and encouraging the individual, but also changing public health and government policy. Efforts are being made and change is already under way. 25．How does the author illustrate his opinion in paragraph 2? A．By explanation. B．By example. C．By comparison. D．By assumption. 26．What are the benefits of the low-carb approach? A．It helps to reduce body weight quickly. B．It saves patients from drugs and surgery. C．It’s effective and promotes food industry. D．It’s easy to stick to and lowers blood sugar. 27．The main purpose of the passage is A．to provide practical suggestions B．to criticize traditional approaches C．to present the findings of a research D．to analyse the causes of a problem 28．What is the author’s attitude to the future of solving the obesity problem? A．Critical. B．Positive. C．Uncaring. D．Uncertain. 【答案】25．A 26．D 27．A 28．B 【导语】本文的体裁属于说明文。文章主要围绕英国肥胖问题的现状、原因、以及可能的解决方案进行了说明。作者作为医生，从医学实践的角度分析了肥胖问题的严重性，并指出了当前应对措施的不足。随后，作者提出了自己对于解决肥胖问题的看法和建议，包括如何合理饮食和进行适当的运动，以及政府和社会在解决肥胖问题上应该承担的责任。 25．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“Not enough is the honest answer. First, weight management services, such as mental health guidance, surgery and slimming drugs remain very limited. Also, measures taken in consulting rooms are too often centered around scaring people into action: if you don’t lose weight you will have a heart attack or develop diabetes. (诚实的回答是不够。首先，体重管理服务，如心理健康指导、手术和减肥药仍然非常有限。此外，咨询室采取的措施往往以吓唬人们采取行动为中心：如果你不减肥，你就会心脏病发作或患上糖尿病。)”可知，作者首先提出了“Not enough is the honest answer.”这一观点，即对于超重问题的应对不够充分。接着，作者来解释这一观点的理由，作者是通过解释的方式来阐述自己的观点的。故选A。 26．细节理解题。根据第四段“Often I recommend the low-carb approach, which involves cutting back on sugary drinks and foods, and starches (淀粉) such as rice and bread. I don’t believe there is anything magical about the approach but it has a number of benefits: it seems easier to follow than many other approaches, and it helps lower blood sugar levels for the ten million or so people in the UK who already have type 2 diabetes or are at high risk of developing it. (我经常推荐低碳水化合物的方法，包括减少含糖饮料和食物的摄入，以及米饭和面包等淀粉类食物。我不相信这种方法有什么神奇之处，但它有很多好处：它似乎比许多其他方法更容易遵循，而且它有助于降低英国大约1000万已经患有2型糖尿病或有患2型糖尿病高风险的人的血糖水平。)”可知，低碳饮食法的好处包括比其他方法更容易遵循，并且有助于降低血糖水平。故选D。 27．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是由文章第一段“The UK is now the most overweight nation in Europe and the evidence is all around us.   As a doctor, I see it daily in practice, dealing with its complications (并发症) ranging from diabetes and high blood pressure to heart disease and cancer.   So what are we doing about it? (英国现在是欧洲超重最严重的国家，证据无处不在。作为一名医生，我每天都在实践中看到它，处理它的并发症，从糖尿病、高血压到心脏病和癌症。那么我们该怎么做呢？)”可知，文章整体上讨论了英国面临的肥胖问题，并提出了一些实际的建议，如改进体重管理服务、采取低碳饮食法等，因此主要目的是提供实用的建议。故选A。 28．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Solving the obesity (肥胖) problem involves not only supporting and encouraging the individual, but also changing public health and government policy. Efforts are being made and change is already under way. (解决肥胖问题不仅需要支持和鼓励个人，还需要改变公共卫生和政府政策。正在作出努力，变革已经开始。)”可知，作者对于解决肥胖问题的未来持积极态度，认为已经在进行中并看到了努力和变化。故选B。 Passage 8 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏宿迁·期末）According to the standard, my husband’s body mass index (BMI身体质量指数) is too high. Yet he is the fittest person I know—an athlete carrying plenty of muscle and very little fat. There lies the problem with BMI. A recent study showed how imprecise BMI can be. Yftach Gepner, a professor at Tel Aviv University, looked at data about 3, 000 Israeli men and women. About one third of those with normal BMI were found to be obese (肥胖的) when their actual body fat was measured. And a third of those who were overweight by their BMI had actually normal amounts of body fat. Not only does BMI fail to distinguish between muscle and fat, but it says nothing about where fat sits in your body. With fat, as with real estate (房地产) , location matters. Abdominal fat (腹部脂肪) carries higher risk, as does fat around vital organs. A 2018 study looked at MRI scans (磁共振成像扫描) —the gold standard for body-composition research—collected by the U. K. Biobank. The results showed that people with fat concentrated in their abdomen had higher risk of heart disease than people with the same BMI and of the same age whose fat was spread through other parts of their body. A further problem is that BMI is based on height and weight tables using data from Non-Hispanic white people, who usually have higher body fat than Hispanic white people with the same BMI. Yet researchers now know that race, sex and age affect body composition and health risks differently. For instance, Black people tend to have greater muscle mass and thus may not be considered as obese on the basis of BMI. The opposite is true for Asians, who tend to have more body fat at lower BMIs, so their actual disease risks may be missed. Although BMI has value for evaluating obesity, better methods exist for individuals. Bioelectrical impedance analysis, using electric signals to distinguish fat from muscle, is becoming more common in medical offices. DEXA scans, a type of X-ray imaging, tend to be more efficient yet more costly. With so many options available, no one, including health-care workers, should give BMI too much weight. 29．Why does the author present her husband’s example? A．To prove the accuracy of BMI. B．To present the problems of BMI. C．To introduce the popularity of BMI. D．To raise doubts about the recent study. 30．What does the underlined sentence “With fat, as with real estate, location matters” suggest in Paragraph 3? A．With higher fat comes higher risk. B．BMI can tell where fat is located. C．Abdominal fat carries the highest risk. D．Where the fat sits is related to health risks. 31．For those with the same BMI, who might have the highest risk of diseases? A．Hispanic white people. B．Asians. C．Non-Hispanic white people. D．Black people. 32．What is the author’s attitude towards BMI? A．Concerned. B．Approving. C．Objective. D．Indifferent. 【答案】29．B 30．D 31．B 32．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章主要讲述BMI身体质量指数在衡量肥胖方面存在一些问题并逐一分析原因。 29．推理判断题。由文章第一段“According to the standard, my husband’s body mass index (BMI身体质量指数) is too high. Yet he is the fittest person I know—an athlete carrying plenty of muscle and very little fat. There lies the problem with BMI.(按照标准，我丈夫的体重指数太高了。然而，他是我所认识的最健康的人——一个肌肉发达、脂肪很少的运动员。BMI存在问题)”可知，作者以她丈夫的例子来说明BMI存在问题。故选B项。 30．词句猜测题。由文章第三段“Abdominal fat (腹部脂肪) carries higher risk, as does fat around vital organs. A 2018 study looked at MRI scans (磁共振成像扫描) —the gold standard for body-composition research—collected by the U. K. Biobank. The results showed that people with fat concentrated in their abdomen had higher risk of heart disease than people with the same BMI and of the same age whose fat was spread through other parts of their body.(腹部脂肪和重要器官周围的脂肪风险更高。2018年的一项研究着眼于磁共振成像扫描——英国生物银行收集的身体成分研究的黄金标准。结果表明，脂肪集中在腹部的人患心脏病的风险高于体重指数相同、脂肪通过身体其他部位扩散的同龄人)”可知，此处主要介绍脂肪存在的位置很重要，所以划线句“With fat, as with real estate (房地产) , location matters.(脂肪和房地产一样，位置很重要。)”表明脂肪的位置与健康风险有关。故选D项。 31．推理判断题。由文章第四段“The opposite is true for Asians, who tend to have more body fat at lower BMIs, so their actual disease risks may be missed.(亚洲人的情况正好相反，他们往往在BMI较低时体内脂肪较多，因此可能会错过他们实际的疾病风险)”可推测，对于那些BMI相同的人来说，亚洲人可能患疾病的风险最高。故选B项。 32．推理判断题。由文章最后一段“Although BMI has value for evaluating obesity, better methods exist for individuals. Bioelectrical impedance analysis, using electric signals to distinguish fat from muscle, is becoming more common in medical offices. DEXA scans, a type of X-ray imaging, tend to be more efficient yet more costly. With so many options available, no one, including health-care workers, should give BMI too much weight.(尽管BMI对评估肥胖有价值，但对个人来说，有更好的方法。利用电信号来区分脂肪和肌肉的生物电阻抗分析在医疗办公室越来越普遍。DEXA扫描，一种X射线成像，往往效率更高，但成本更高。有这么多选择，任何人，包括医护人员，都不应该给BMI过多的体重)”以及上文可知，作者承认BMI对评估肥胖有价值，也说了BMI存在一些问题，由此可知，作者的态度是客观的。故选C项。 Passage 9 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏宿迁·期末）Artificial intelligence (AI) is generating excitement in the field of health care. From robot surgeons to the ability to chat to a medical AI with a human face, opportunities are enough. There is already evidence that AI systems can enhance diagnostic (诊断的) accuracy and disease tracking, improve the prediction of patients’ outcomes and suggest better treatments. It may already be speeding the time it takes for new drugs to reach clinical trials. However, progress has been slow and the results have often been mediocre. AI systems learn by processing huge volumes of data, which are under strict control by governments because patients want better and more personalized care but patients also want their medical privacy protected. Finding secure ways to allow health data to move more freely would help. Another problem is managing and regulating these innovations. In many countries, the governance of AI in health, as with other areas, is struggling to keep up with the rapid pace of innovation. Regulatory authorities may be slow to approve new AI tools or may lack capacity and expertise (专业技能) . Governments need to equip regulators to assess new AI tools. The final problem involves motivations. Many private health systems are set up to reward the volume of work. They have little reason to adopt technologies that cut the number of visits, tests or procedures. And even public health systems may lack motivations to adopt technologies that reduce costs rather than improve outcomes, perhaps because saving money may lead to a smaller budget next year. Unless governments can change these motivations, AI’s wide application will be castles in the air. Much of the burden for boosting AI in health care falls on governments and regulators. However, companies have a part to play, too. Insurers have already used AI tools to deny healthcare unfairly; firms have mis-sold or overstated the abilities of health AI; algorithms have made mistakes. Firms have a duty to ensure that their products are safe and reliable and that humans, however imperfect, remain in control. 33．What does the underlined word “mediocre” mean in Paragraph 1? A．Unsatisfactory. B．Exciting. C．Surprising. D．Destructive. 34．Why does the government control data strictly? A．AI’s learning ability is out of control. B．AI’s innovation develops at a rapid pace. C．The medical privacy might be under attack. D．Patients want better and more personalized care 35．In paragraph 5, what leads to public health systems refusing AI? A．A smaller budget next year. B．Increased costs of AI’s innovation. C．Failing to offer effective treatment. D．Decreasing visits, tests or procedures. 36．What is the best title for the passage? A．Boosting AI in health care. B．AI doctors? Not so optimistic. C．Applications of AI in health systems. D．Solutions to AI problems in health care. 【答案】33．A 34．C 35．A 36．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述人工智能在医疗保健领域应用所面临的一些问题。 33．词句猜测题。由文章第二段“It may already be speeding the time it takes for new drugs to reach clinical trials. However, progress has been slow and the results have often been mediocre.(它可能已经在加快新药进入临床试验的时间。然而，进展缓慢，结果往往 。)”可知，前一句讲“进展缓慢”，而这一句也应承上，表示“结果不理想或令人满意”，所以猜测mediocre表“不令人满意的”意思。故选A项。 34．推理判断题。由文章第三段“AI systems learn by processing huge volumes of data, which are under strict control by governments because patients want better and more personalized care but patients also want their medical privacy protected. (人工智能系统通过处理大量数据进行学习，这些数据受到政府的严格控制，因为患者想要更好、更个性化的护理，但患者也希望自己的医疗隐私得到保护。)”可知，政府应该严格控制数据，因为医疗隐私可能会受到攻击。故选C项。 35．细节理解题。由文章第五段“And even public health systems may lack motivations to adopt technologies that reduce costs rather than improve outcomes, perhaps because saving money may lead to a smaller budget next year. (即使是公共卫生系统也可能缺乏采用降低成本而不是改善结果的技术的动机，也许是因为节省资金可能会导致明年的预算减少。)”可知，明年预算减少的可能导致公共卫生系统拒绝人工智能。故选A项。 36．主旨大意题。由文章第二段“There is already evidence that AI systems can enhance diagnostic (诊断的) accuracy and disease tracking, improve the prediction of patients’ outcomes and suggest better treatments. It may already be speeding the time it takes for new drugs to reach clinical trials. However, progress has been slow and the results have often been mediocre.(已经有证据表明，人工智能系统可以提高诊断准确性和疾病跟踪，改善对患者预后的预测，并提出更好的治疗建议。它可能已经在加快新药进入临床试验的时间。然而，进展缓慢，结果往往平平。)”以及上下文可知，文章主要讲述人工智能在医疗保健领域应用所面临的一些问题。所以B项AI doctors? Not so optimistic.(AI医生？不那么乐观。)符合语境。故选B项。 Passage 10 （2023-2024学年高一下·河南漯河·期末）There are some sounds most of us regard are annoying — the chewing of chips, the low noise of air conditioning or a screaming baby. These noises, for many people, act as a mere inconvenience that can distract them from the task at hand. However, there are some amongst us who have a much more severe response to these noises. Has a noise ever made you feel so angry that you could explode with rage? If the answer is yes, you may be suffering from misophonia (恐音症). The word “misophonia” literally means “a hatred of sound” and is sometimes called Selective Sound Sensitivity Syndrome. There are some experts who doubt the existence of the condition. However, for those who claim to suffer from it, the experience can be painful. Certain sounds could set off intense emotional or psychological (心理的) responses that may seem over the top compared with an on-sufferer’s complaints. The sound of people chewing their food could start sufferers’ anxiety, or make them feel panic. It may even activate their fight-or-flight response, making them want to run away. In extreme cases, that feeling of panic may result in intense anger and even end up expressing rage physically. Sadly, there’s no known cure. But cognitive (认知的) behavioural therapy and counselling could help sufferers put up with noises and manage the condition. According to James Cartreine, a clinical psychiatrist, the condition can lead to separation. Sufferers use coping strategies that include avoiding places with lots of noises, like restaurants, or moving away when they feel like raging against someone due to their breathing. So, the next time you see someone fly into a rage because of a sound that is driving them crazy, it may be due to a difficult condition they are trying to manage, and not just because they hate a certain sound. 37．How do many people react to annoying sounds? A．They become very angry. B．They scream at the sounds. C．They concentrate on the work. D．They consider them no big deal. 38．What can we infer from paragraph 2? A．Misophonia means sensitivity to all uncomfortable sounds. B．Sufferers hardly experience great pain. C．Some experts are uncertain whether there is misophonia. D．Non-sufferers don’t complain about the annoying sounds. 39．What are sufferers unlikely to do with the annoying sounds? A．Avoid places with a lot of noises. B．Consider them as a minor inconvenience. C．Show their anger through their behaviour. D．Leave those who produce annoying sounds. 40．What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage? A．To introduce a physical condition-misophonia. B．To advise readers to mind their behaviour in public. C．To tell people to control their emotion in noisy places. D．To persuade people to get on with people with misophonia. 【答案】37．D 38．C 39．B 40．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了“恐音症”这种病症的特点以及对人们的影响。 37．细节理解题。根据第一段“These noises, for many people, act as a mere inconvenience that can distract them from the task at hand.(对许多人来说，这些噪音只是给他们带来了不便，使他们无法专心于手头的工作)”可知，很多人认为恼人的声音没什么大不了的。故选D。 38．推理判断题。根据第二段“There are some experts who doubt the existence of the condition.(有一些专家怀疑这种情况的存在)”可知，一些专家不确定是否有恐音症。故选C。 39．细节理解题。根据第三段“The sound of people chewing their food could start sufferers’ anxiety, or make them feel panic. It may even activate their fight-or-flight response, making them want to run away. In extreme cases, that feeling of panic may result in intense anger and even end up expressing rage physically.(人们咀嚼食物的声音可能会引起患者的焦虑，或者让他们感到恐慌。它甚至可能激活他们的战斗或逃跑反应，使他们想要逃跑。在极端情况下，这种恐慌的感觉可能会导致强烈的愤怒，甚至最终以身体上的愤怒来表达)”可知，患者不太可能把这些恼人的声音当作一个小麻烦。故选B。 40．推理判断题。根据第二段“The word “misophonia” literally means “a hatred of sound” and is sometimes called Selective Sound Sensitivity Syndrome.(“恐音症”这个词的字面意思是“讨厌声音”，有时也被称为选择性声音敏感综合征)”结合文章主要介绍了“恐音症”这种病症的特点以及对人们的影响。可知，作者写这篇文章的目的是介绍一种身体状况——恐音症。故选A。 Passage 11 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖南·期末）Celebrities (名人) have all sorts of strange diets. One of the latest diets among celebrities is the “OMAD”. Instead of only fasting on certain days or only eating your meals during a specific time window, people following OMAD eat all their day’s calories in one single, large meal. One study so far has looked at the effect of OMAD in humans. In this study, participants (参与者) were given the same number of calories to eat each day. For half of the study, participants ate these calories in a single meal, before switching (转换) and eating their daily calories in three meals. Each meal pattern was only followed for an 11-day period-not very long at all. The one meal was taken between 5 p. m. and 7 p. m., ensuring a particular flavour to the timing. Only 11 participants completed the study, suggesting a limited results. When participants ate just one meal per day, they saw a greater reduction in their body weight, indicating a potential association between OMAD and weight loss. However, participants also experienced greater reductions in bone density (密度) when eating just one meal a day, suggesting a need to vary the diet for health. This could lead to reduced muscle function and greater risk of bone fractures (骨折) if the diet was to be followed for a longer period. While these results may indicate that OMAD could have benefits for some aspects of health, there’s still a lot we don’t know about it. It will be important for future studies to investigate (调查) the effect of OMAD in a larger number of participants and in other groups of people, as this study only included thin, young adults. It will also be important for studies to look at the effect of OMAD over a longer period of time, and to conduct these trials in a real-life setting. 41．What is the primary characteristic of the OMAD diet according to the text? A．One large meal per day. B．Low calorie eating. C．Plain flavour. D．Multiple small meals. 42．According to the study mentioned, what effect did the OMAD diet have on participants? A．Weight gain. B．Weight loss. C．Increase in fat. D．Increase in height. 43．Which group of people were involved in the study discussed in the text? A．Elderly people. B．Overweight adults. C．Young people. D．Children. 44．What does the text suggest about future research on the OMAD diet? A．Stopping unnecessary studies. B．Reducing participants. C．Exploring long-term effects. D．Testing only in the lab. 【答案】41．A 42．B 43．C 44．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了名人中流行的一种新饮食方式——OMAD。 41．细节理解题。根据第一段“Celebrities (名人) have all sorts of strange diets. One of the latest diets among celebrities is the ‘OMAD’. Instead of only fasting on certain days or only eating your meals during a specific time window, people following OMAD eat all their day’s calories in one single, large meal. (名人有各种各样奇怪的饮食习惯。明星们最新的饮食之一是“OMAD”。遵循OMAD的人不是只在特定的日子里禁食或只在特定的时间内吃饭，而是在一顿大餐中摄入一天中所有的卡路里)”可知，OMAD饮食的主要特征是每天一顿大餐。故选A。 42．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“When participants ate just one meal per day, they saw a greater reduction in their body weight, indicating a potential association between OMAD and weight loss. (当参与者每天只吃一顿饭时，他们的体重下降幅度更大，这表明OMAD和体重减轻之间存在潜在的联系)”可知，OMAD的参与者体重下降。故选B。 43．细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“It will be important for future studies to investigate (调查) the effect of OMAD in a larger number of participants and in other groups of people, as this study only included thin, young adults. (对于未来的研究来说，调查OMAD对更多参与者和其他人群的影响是很重要的，因为这项研究只包括瘦削的年轻人)”可知，年轻人参与了文中讨论的研究。故选C。 44．细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“It will also be important for studies to look at the effect of OMAD over a longer period of time, and to conduct these trials in a real-life setting. (在更长的一段时间内观察OMAD的影响以及在现实环境中进行这些试验也很重要)”可知，作者建议探索OMAD饮食的长期影响。故选C。 ( 地 城 高频话题 04 体育 / 语言文化 / 艺术 ) Passage 1 （2023-2024学年高一下·广东·期末）Britain is indeed a nation featured by odd traditions. As the late Bank Holiday Monday is around the comer, so too comes a series of slightly eccentric traditions, including the yearly cheese-rolling competition in Gloucestershire. Each year, on the late Bank Holiday Monday, hundreds of people gather at Gloucestershire to attend the yearly Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling event, which is likely the most British thing in existence. The tradition dates back to the 1880s, though some have suggested it could be even older — as much as 600 years. However, the race winners have only been recorded since 1985. Competitors gather at the top of the almost vertical (垂直的) Cooper’s Hill in the village of Brockworth, with a nine-pound wheel of Double Gloucester cheese sent rolling down the hill, often reaching speeds of over 70 miles per hour. Competitors race down the 200-yard height of the hill and the first one to make it to the bottom wins the cheese. What a prize! The competition comes with its risks though. Many competitors fall and roll down the hill as they try to beat the others in this event. In 1997, 33 people needed medical treatment. In 2013, the cheese was replaced with a soft object as a safety protection. Last year, at least one person was carried away on a stretcher (担架), and with no of Ticial organizers, the event takes place without the support of the emergency services or local of Ticials. As such, volunteers from the local football club help catch falling competitors and see to any of the injured athletes. Despite its risks and lack of official support, the tradition is greatly supported by its competitors and the local community. As we are amazed by this unique show of British tradition, we are reminded of the lasting attraction of oddness in British culture. 1．What does the underlined word “eccentric” in paragraph 1 mean? A．Joyful. B．Strange. C．Romantic. D．Dangerous. 2．What is the prize for the Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling competition? A．A wheel. B．Nine pounds. C．A cheese. D．Some records. 3．What can be inferred about the Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling event? A．It lacks any safety protection. B．It has been cancelled this year. C．Its organizers are irresponsible. D．Its competitors are adventurous. 4．What is a suitable title for the text? A．Get to Know an Odd Tradition B．The History of a British Tradition C．Celebrate the Coming Bank Holiday D．A Tradition That Attracts More Players 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了英国的一项奇特传统——库珀山滚奶酪比赛。 1．词义猜测题。根据第一段“Britain is indeed a nation featured by odd traditions. As the late Bank Holiday Monday is around the corner, so too comes a series of slightly … traditions, including the yearly cheese-rolling competition in Gloucestershire(英国确实是一个以奇特传统为特色的国家。随着银行假日周一即将到来，一系列略显……传统也随之而来，包括格洛斯特郡一年一度的滚奶酪比赛)”可知，英国有许多奇特的传统，包括滚奶酪比赛，由此可推测，“eccentric”意为“古怪的”，故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“Competitors race down the 200-yard height of the hill and the first one to make it to the bottom wins the cheese.(参赛者沿着200码高的山坡向下跑，第一个到达山底的人赢得奶酪)”可知，滚奶酪比赛的奖品是一块奶酪，故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段“The competition comes with its risks though. Many competitors fall and roll down the hill as they try to beat the others in this event. In 1997, 33 people needed medical treatment. In 2013, the cheese was replaced with a soft object as a safety protection. Last year, at least one person was carried away on a stretcher, and with no official organizers, the event takes place without the support of the emergency services or local officials. As such, volunteers from the local football club help catch falling competitors and see to any of the injured athletes.(然而，比赛也伴随着风险。许多参赛者为了在比赛中击败其他人，摔倒并滚下山坡。1997年，33人需要接受治疗。2013年，为了安全起见，奶酪被换成了软物体。去年，至少有一个人被担架抬走，由于没有官方组织者，比赛在没有急救服务或当地官员支持的情况下进行。因此，来自当地足球俱乐部的志愿者帮助接住摔倒的参赛者，并照顾受伤的运动员)”可知，滚奶酪比赛具有一定的危险性，参赛者需要冒险参加，故选D。 4．主旨大意题。根据第一段“including the yearly cheese-rolling competition in Gloucestershire(包括格洛斯特郡的年度奶酪滚动比赛在内)”、第二段“Each year, on the late Bank Holiday Monday, hundreds of people gather at Gloucestershire to attend the yearly Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling event, which is likely the most British thing in existence(每年，在银行假期的周一，数百人聚集在格洛斯特郡参加一年一度的库珀山奶酪滚落活动，这可能是现存最具英国特色的事情)”、第三段“Competitors race down the 200-yard height of the hill and the first one to make it to the bottom wins the cheese.(参赛者沿着200码高的山坡向下跑，第一个到达山底的人赢得奶酪)”以及最后一段“Despite its risks and lack of official support, the tradition is greatly supported by its competitors and the local community. As we are amazed by this unique show of British tradition, we are reminded of the lasting attraction of oddness in British culture(尽管这项传统活动存在风险并且缺乏官方支持，但它得到了参赛者和当地社区的大力支持。当我们对这一独特的英国传统表演感到惊叹时，我们被提醒了英国文化中古怪事物持久的吸引力)”可知，文章主要介绍了英国的一个奇特传统——每年在格洛斯特郡举行的库珀山奶酪滚动比赛，以及这个传统所展现出的英国文化中古怪的持久魅力。故选A。 Passage 2 （2023-2024学年高一下·山东威海·期末）While West Africa’s Benin approaches its rainy season, occasional showers and sticky hot weather have done little to lessen the enthusiasm of local villagers who gathered to watch the first Benin Village Super League. Soccer teams from two villages in Parakou, a central city in Benin, competed on a soccer field near the base of the Chinese support mission for cotton production in Benin, in Belle Cite Village. For the past decade, the China-assisted cotton technology project has been active in Parakou, a major cotton-producing region in Benin. The long-term technical assistance has built strong relationships with villagers. When the project team learned that the former soccer field had been expropriated (征用), they decided to build a new one using agricultural machinery and recycled materials. Last summer, videos of some soccer matches in Rongjiang county, Southwest China’s Guizhou province, went popular and attracted worldwide tourists. Inspired by this, the Village Super League in Parakou includes cultural performances during halftime, featuring Chinese martial arts and Beninese dance. “Locals love soccer and I wanted to bring this model here and set up a similar league,” said Shou Xiaoyong, head of the Chinese technical team. Named the Friendship Football Field, the new facility was opened in March last year. It quickly became the preferred place for soccer among villagers in Belle Cite and nearby areas, hosting regular matches, especially during agricultural downtimes. As the tournament progressed, its popularity rose. Villagers from surrounding areas traveled on motorcycles with their children to watch the matches. Yves Koba, the head of Belle Cite Village, praised the Village Super League for promoting (促进) communication and friendship among villages. “The league has made us more united. I hope it continues and that our villagers achieve even better results next year.” 5．What has caused excitement among the villagers in Parakou? A．The first village league. B．The China-assisted project. C．The newly-built football field. D．The start of the harvest season. 6．For what reason was the Friendship Football Field built? A．To attract worldwide tourists. B．To provide a place for soccer lovers. C．To inspire locals’ love for soccer. D．To bring Chinese culture into focus. 7．What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A．How popular football is in Benin. B．How the new football field was built. C．What Benin Village Super League is like. D．Why Chinese village league model was introduced. 8．What does Yves Koba think of the Village Super League in Benin? A．It brings in huge money. B．It promotes cross-cultural exchanges. C．It forms a new tradition. D．It strengthens friendship among villages. 【答案】5．A 6．B 7．D 8．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了在中国援助下，贝宁的一个村庄如何通过足球联赛加强社区凝聚力和文化交流的故事。 5．细节理解题。根据第一段第一句“While West Africa’s Benin approaches its rainy season, occasional showers and sticky hot weather have done little to lessen the enthusiasm of local villagers who gathered to watch the first Benin Village Super League.(虽然西非的贝宁即将进入雨季，但偶尔的阵雨和闷热的天气丝毫没有影响聚集在一起观看第一届贝宁乡村超级联赛的当地村民的热情)”可知，第一届乡村联赛让帕拉库的村民感到兴奋。故选A项。 6．推理判断题。根据第三段最后一句“ “Locals love soccer and I wanted to bring this model here and set up a similar league,” said Shou Xiaoyong, head of the Chinese technical team.(“当地人热爱足球，我想把这种模式带到这里，建立一个类似的联赛，”中国技术团队负责人首晓勇说)”和第四段“Named the Friendship Football Field, the new facility was opened in March last year. It quickly became the preferred place for soccer among villagers in Belle Cite and nearby areas, hosting regular matches, especially during agricultural downtimes.(这个名为“友谊足球场”的新设施于去年3月投入使用。它很快成为Belle Cite及附近地区村民的首选足球场地，定期举办比赛，特别是在农闲时节。)”可知，建友谊足球场的目的是为足球爱好者提供一个场所。故选B项。 7．主旨大意题。根据第三段的内容“Last summer, videos of some soccer matches in Rongjiang county, Southwest China’s Guizhou province, went popular and attracted worldwide tourists. Inspired by this, the Village Super League in Parakou includes cultural performances during halftime, featuring Chinese martial arts and Beninese dance. “Locals love soccer and I wanted to bring this model here and set up a similar league,” said Shou Xiaoyong, head of the Chinese technical team.(去年夏天，中国西南部贵州省榕江县的一些足球比赛视频变得非常流行，并吸引了来自世界各地的游客。受到这一点的启发，帕拉库的乡村超级联赛在中场休息时加入了文化表演，其中包括中国的武术和贝宁的传统舞蹈。“当地人热爱足球，我想把这种模式带到这里，建立一个类似的联赛，”中国技术团队负责人首晓勇说)”可知，第三段主要是说为什么要引进中国乡村联赛模式。故选D项。 8．细节理解题。根据最后一段的句子“Yves Koba, the head of Belle Cite Village, praised the Village Super League for promoting ( 促进 ) communication and friendship among villages. “The league has made us more united. I hope it continues and that our villagers achieve even better results next year.”(Belle Cite村村长伊夫·科巴称赞乡村超级联赛促进了村庄之间的交流和友谊。“联赛让我们更加团结。我希望它能继续下去，我们的村民明年能取得更好的成绩。”)”可知，科巴认为联赛加强了村庄之间的友谊。故选D项。 Passage 3 （2023-2024学年高一下·山东枣庄·期末）Deceleration isn’t really in the runner’s vocabulary. For many of the people who do it, from Olympic champions to 5K enthusiasts, running is the pursuit of speed itself; a sport defined by personal bests, competition and striving. Slow? That’s a four-letter word. Until quite recently, slow running has become “A Thing”, backed not just by wellness experts on Instagram, but also by a growing number of coaches, amateur runners and exercise scientists, too. The thinking is that going slow could be a fast way to enjoy the benefits of exercise. Slow running is usually defined as a pace at which you can comfortably hold a conversation. Think of it as an effort of 4 or 5 on a scale of 1 - 10, where 10 is an all-out sprint (冲刺). If you know your sports science, it’s referred to as ‘zone 2 exercise’ and it’s a physiological sweet spot that can improve and extend your life. So, what makes the unhurried approach so healthful? As well as improving the strength and pumping capacity of your heart, slow running can avoid metabolic diseases and encourage your body to use fat for energy. Slow runners also recover faster and are less likely to suffer tiredness or injuries from overtraining. They’re also more likely to feel good. “There are huge positives for emotional health,” says Gordon, an exercise physiologist at Anglia Ruskin University in southeast England. “The benefits for things like mood state, depression and anxiety don’t really decrease any more if we increase the exercise intensity. And then there’s the social aspect. One of the things to emphasize with slow running is, you can actually have a conversation!” Gordon believes that promoting slow running might encourage more people to exercise and stick with it, partly because you can do it with friends and partly because there’s no pressure to perform. 9．What is the most important for a runner on the sports field? A．Speed. B．Health. C．Interest. D．Enjoyment. 10．What does the underlined word “backed” mean in Paragraph 2? A．Explained. B．Defined. C．Supported. D．Proved. 11．What are the last two paragraphs mainly about as to slow running? A．Its definition. B．Its benefits. C．The training. D．Its popularity. 12．What does Gordon say about slow running? A．It benefits a lot to mental health. B．It is key to increase the intensity. C．It offers a chance to make friends. D．It is no easy work to stick with it. 【答案】9．A 10．C 11．B 12．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章主要介绍慢跑及其好处。 9．细节理解题。根据第一段中“For many of the people who do it, from Olympic champions to 5K enthusiasts, running is the pursuit of speed itself(对于许多跑步者来说，从奥运会冠军到5K爱好者，跑步本身就是对速度的追求)”可知，对于一个跑步者来说最重要的是速度，故选A。 10．词义猜测题。根据划线词后“The thinking is that going slow could be a fast way to enjoy the benefits of exercise.(他们的想法是，放慢速度可能是享受锻炼好处的一种快速方式)”可知，他们认为慢跑有好处，故此处指慢跑得到很多支持，backed意为“支持”，故选C。 11．主旨大意题。根据倒数第二段主题句“So, what makes the unhurried approach so healthful?(那么，是什么让这种不慌不忙的方式如此健康呢？)”以及最后一段中“There are huge positives for emotional health(这对情绪健康有很大的好处)”最后两段分别讲述了慢跑对身体和情绪的好处，故选B。 12．细节理解题。根据最后一段中Gordon 说的话“There are huge positives for emotional health(这对情绪健康有很大的好处)”和“The benefits for things like mood state, depression and anxiety don’t really decrease any more if we increase the exercise intensity. And then there’s the social aspect. One of the things to emphasize with slow running is, you can actually have a conversation!(如果我们增加运动强度，对情绪状态、抑郁和焦虑等方面的好处不会再减少。然后是社交方面。慢跑需要强调的一点是，你实际上可以进行对话)”可知，他说慢跑对精神健康有好处，故选A。 Passage 4 （2023-2024学年高一下·山东青岛·期末）The Summer Olympic Games this year are in Paris, France, which does not have an ocean. So, how do organizers plan to present competition in the sport of surfing? They are taking that Olympic event in a small coastal village called Teahupo’o in the South Pacific country of French Polynesia. Hundreds of people are expected to visit Teahupo’o to watch the sport, as the surfers go out onto the famous waves from July 27 to August 4． Proposed preparations for the event included building temporary housing, roads, and even a large structure out on the water. The work called for drilling into a coral reef. However, opposition to the plans quickly grew. Environmentalists, locals and surfers joined forces to protect Teahupo’o’s culture, its corals and other sea life. For locals, Teahupo’o beach was a“secret spot” with a special energy known as “mana”, and they want that special quality protected. There are concerns that a week of Olympic competition there could destroy the “mana”.“It was too much for us, a big change,” said Levy, a Tahitian surfer and a volunteere on a local environmental organization. Some people worry that the drilling into the reef will disrupt the ecosystem and attract a dangerous algae (海藻). If fish eat the algae, people who eat the fish can become sick. “The water is where we get our dinner,” 22-year-old Maitei, a spearfisher catching fish to feed his family, said. Local Tahitians’ worry were confirmed when a boat working on some Olympic construction hit a piece of the reef and broke it. “In Polynesian culture, gods are everywhere in nature, in the coral, in the ocean. If we break a coral, we break a home,” Cindy Otcenasek, a local official, said. No new buildings or roads are welcome for the locals. And the organizers are adjusting their plans as a result. For example, they will not be building any Olympic housing. Instead, athletes will stay on a nearby boat. Homes of locals will serve other Olympic housing needs. Judges will watch the competition from the platform. The whole world is ready for the great events and the impact. 13．Why is the 2024 Olympics surfing to be held in Teahupo’o? A．It is the sister city of Paris. B．It is the best choice for the sport. C．It aims to develop its tourism. D．It has favorable geographic location. 14．What makes Teahupo’o beach special to local Tahitians? A．The rich fishing resources. B．The surfing spots. C．The power of mana. D．The unique corals. 15．Why are some local people opposed to the Olympic plans in Teahupo’o? A．They are worried the event will damage the environment. B．They want more construction and development in the area. C．They think the event will bring too many tourists. D．They don’t like the sport of surfing. 16．What are the organizers doing to address the local concerns in Teahupo’o? A．Building new roads and housing for the event. B．Cancelling the Olympic surfing competition. C．Relocating the event to a different location. D．Adjusting their plans to minimize the impact. 【答案】13．D 14．C 15．A 16．D 【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章主要讲述2024年奥运会在没有海的法国巴黎举行，组织者将把冲浪比赛带到一个沿海小村庄举行，当地人担心这会破坏环境。 13．细节理解题。根据第一段中“They are taking that Olympic event in a small coastal village called Teahupo’o in the South Pacific country of French Polynesia.(他们将在南太平洋国家法属波利尼西亚的一个名为Teahupo’o的沿海小村庄举行奥运会)”可知，2024年奥运会冲浪在Teahupo’o举行是由于其优越的地理位置，故选D。 14．细节理解题。根据第三段中“For locals, Teahupo’o beach was a ‘secret spot’ with a special energy known as ‘mana’(对当地人来说，Teahupo’o海滩是一个‘秘密地点’，拥有一种被称为‘mana’的特殊能量)”可知，一种被称为‘mana’的特殊能量使得Teahupo’o海滩对于当地大溪地人来说很特殊，故选C。 15．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Environmentalists, locals and surfers joined forces to protect Teahupo’o’s culture, its corals and other sea life.(环保人士、当地人和冲浪者联合起来保护Teahupo’o的文化、珊瑚和其他海洋生物)”、第三段中“There are concerns that a week of Olympic competition there could destroy the ‘mana’.(有人担心，为期一周的奥运比赛可能会破坏这种‘mana’)”以及第四段中“Some people worry that the drilling into the reef will disrupt the ecosystem and attract a dangerous algae (海藻).(一些人担心钻入珊瑚礁会破坏生态系统，并吸引危险的藻类)”可知，当地人反对在Teahupo’o举行奥运会赛事是因为他们担心这会破坏环境，故选A。 16．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“And the organizers are adjusting their plans as a result.(因此，组织者正在调整他们的计划)”可知，为解决Teahupo’o当地人的担心，组织者调整他们的计划，以使影响最小化，故选D。 Passage 5 （2023-2024学年高一下·河南信阳·期末）Life can be challenging for kids with autism (自闭症). Imagine what it's like for boys like Archie, a 14-year-old teen who has both autism and ADHD(多动症). Archie was having such a hard time and he even was kicked out of school when he was just five years old. Fortunately, he found boxing, and his life has been positively changed forever. What comes to mind when you think of boxing? Perhaps it is an oversized and muscular person in the ring with another equally big person, both with big and thick boxing gloves on, ready to fight. Interestingly enough, boxing is not always about fighting. It can be more about exercising and letting energy out in a fun way, and using the boxing techniques to help manage their symptoms. Boxing gives kids confidence, helps people with autism work on their reaction time and even helps them achieve better sleep. The club Archie goes to, The Fort Boxing Club, does exactly that for him. He’s been attending the club three times a week and even helped the club raise funds in a recent campaign. Some of the classic struggles for people with autism, according to the Kennedy Krieger Institute, are social challenges, repetitive behavior, sensory issues and difficulty with communication. Therefore, one of the things that helps and positively benefits both children and adults with autism is exercise. Physical activity can have an excellent impact on their behavior, especially when it comes to their repetitive and disruptive behavior. Perhaps this is one of the reasons Archie is so into boxing. Boxing not only gives him physical activity and the benefits that come with that. It also gives him structure and is a really therapeutic activity for him. Another special thing about Archie’s relationship with boxing is the club he works out in. Daniel Bailey, the club’s owner, said that Archie feels like part of a family there. Here is to hope he keeps rolling with the punches and enjoying the sport he found that is perfect for him. 17．What can we learn about Archie from Paragraph 1? A．He used to be a shy boy. B．He gained popularity in school. C．He was a crazy follower of boxing. D．He was prohibited from attending school. 18．What is people’s typical view on boxing? A．Boxing is a team sport. B．Fighting is the heart of boxing. C．Skinny person is suitable for boxing. D．No equipment is required in boxing. 19．How does boxing help people with autism? A．By lifting their spirits. B．By avoiding social challenges. C．By increasing frequency of communication. D．By improving their repetitive and disruptive behavior. 20．How is Archie's relationship with Fort Boxing Club? A．Distant. B．Harmonious. C．Conflicting. D．Mysterious. 【答案】17．D 18．B 19．D 20．B 【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了拳击运动给像Archie一样的自闭症孩子带来的心理上的治愈。 17．推理判断题。根据第一段“Archie was having such a hard time and he even was kicked out of school when he was just five years old.( Archie过得很难，甚至在五岁的时候被学校开除了)”可知，Archie的日子过得很艰难，甚至在他五岁的时候就被学校开除了。故选D。 18．细节理解题。根据第二段“Perhaps it is an oversized and muscular person in the ring with another equally big person, both with big and thick boxing gloves on, ready to fight.(也许是一个身材高大、肌肉发达的人和另一个同样高大的人在擂台上，两人都戴着又大又厚的拳击手套，准备打架)”可知，人们认为拳击就是打架。故选B。 19．细节理解题。根据第三段“Physical activity can have an excellent impact on their behavior, especially when it comes to their repetitive and disruptive behavior. Perhaps this is one of the reasons Archie is so into boxing.(体育活动可以对他们的行为产生极好的影响，特别是当涉及到他们的重复性和破坏性行为时。也许这就是Archie喜欢拳击的原因)”可知，也许这就是Archie如此喜欢拳击的原因之一是因为拳击的重复性和扰乱性行为，故可帮助自闭症的孩子动作的重复和扰乱。故选D。 20．推理判断题。根据第三段“Another special thing about Archie's relationship with boxing is the club he works out in. Daniel Bailey, the club's owner, said that Archie feels like part of a family there.( Archie与拳击的关系还有一个特别之处，那就是他参加的俱乐部。俱乐部老板Daniel Bailey说，Archie在那里感觉就像一个家庭的一部分)”可以推断出,他们之间的关系很像家庭成员一样和谐。故选B。 Passage 6 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖南张家界·期末）Boxing has been practiced for centuries — it was even one of the sports in the original Olympic Games in ancient Greece. More recently, boxing has become the mainstream in the UK, with hundreds of thousands of people from all walks of life participating in the sport every week. But why? The answer lies in the physical, mental and even social benefits boxing can bring. Its physical benefits are clear. Whether it’s practicing with a punching bag (沙袋) or a partner or facing an opponent in the ring, boxing can be an intense form of exercise and give a full-body workout. It can improve muscular strength, and it can also increase fitness — allowing someone to work out harder, for longer. These can, in turn, have a positive impact on other aspects of physical well-being, like heart health and weight management. But the high physical demands of the sport aren’t just good for the body — boxing can also have a positive impact on someone’s mental well-being. Dr Jessica Pinchbeck, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Fitness at the Open University, says that boxing can mitigate some of the symptoms of anxiety and depression. Exercising regularly is already widely known to be good for mental health, but boxing can also bring a sense of discipline and focus. And there is a third benefit of putting on the boxing gloves. Practicing punches can be done alone, of course, but boxing is not just an individual activity — it also involves working with others to train and stay safe. Dr Gavin Williams, Senior Lecturer in Education at the Open University, says that this cooperation and team work can create a sense of identity and belonging. So, no matter what the reason that attracts someone to boxing, the interactive elements of the sport mean it can also have profound social benefits. Good for body, mind and social interactions? It’s not surprising that more and more people are stepping into the ring. 21．How does the author develop the passage? A．By giving examples. B．By making suggestions. C．By listing reasons. D．By answering questions. 22．What does the underlined word “mitigate ”in Paragraph 3 mean? A．Change. B．Determine. C．Control. D．Reduce. 23．What would be the best choice according to Dr Gavin Williams? A．Practicing boxing in the ring. B．Practicing boxing with a partner. C．Practicing boxing on your own. D．Practicing boxing with a punching bag. 24．What would be the best title for th$$ 专题01 阅读理解(说明文)(一) ( 地 城 高频话题 01 学习 ) Passage 1 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏苏州·期末）Maths is all around us, from working out how to share the bill after a meal to calculating (计算) your household bills. Some people love the challenge of working out maths problems, but many fear the moment when they have to deal with numbers and figures and feel a real sense of worry. It can seem discouraging, but this ‘maths anxiety’ is perfectly normal, and you’re definitely not alone. And anyway, our worries and fears don’t necessarily reflect our ability. The problem really starts in childhood, at school. Research has found that maths teachers who are nervous about teaching the subject can pass on their anxiety to the pupils, and girls may be more likely to be affected. The Programme for International Student Assessment found around 31% of 15 and 16-year-olds across 34 countries said they got very nervous doing maths problems, 33% said they got tense and nervous doing maths homework, and nearly 60% said they worried maths classes would be difficult. Shulamit Kahn, from Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, told the BBC she believes giving students, particularly girls, good role models “is significant, especially at a young age”. She thinks the key is to get people, especially women who love teaching maths, to teach younger children. Writing for BBC Future, David Robson says “It’s not clear why maths gives rise to so much fear compared to geography. But the fact that there’s a right or wrong answer might make you more worried about underperforming.” And once we assume we’re not a ‘maths person’, we avoid solving things that we probably could do. Psychologists (心理学家) have been trying to work out why mental calculation can bring us out in a sweat. That fear may come from many sources, but some suggest that expressing your fears clearly can loosen their hold on you, and encourage children to see a maths test as a challenge, not a threat (威胁). We need to think positively about maths and give it a second chance. 1．Regarding “maths anxiety” in paragraph 1, the author thinks ______. A．it is unique B．it is formal C．it is common D．it is necessary 2．What can be inferred from paragraph 2? A．Girls are better at maths than boys. B．Maths classes are difficult for all students. C．Students’ anxiety results entirely from teachers. D．Confidence in maths needs developing in childhood. 3．What will be a potential result if one thinks he is not a ‘maths person’? A．He will rise to challenges. B．He will learn maths harder. C．He will be doubtful about his ability. D．He will not see maths as a threat. 4．What are children advised to do according to the last paragraph? A．Track sources of maths fear regularly. B．Speak fears out for improvement bravely. C．Explore causes of failure in maths carefully. D．Quit challenges to avoid anxiety actively. Passage 2 （2023-2024学年高一下·福建泉州·期末）Active learning is a method that has students learning at its centre and fully participating in class activities. It focuses on not only the content but also the way they learn. Students are encouraged to “think hard”, practice skills, solve problems, struggle with complex questions, propose solutions, and explain ideas in their own words through writing and discussion, rather than receive information inactively from the teacher. Active learning is based on the Theory of Constructivism (建构主义理论), which stresses the fact that learners build their own understanding upon their existing knowledge. Researchers also believe that learning should be closely connected and within a meaningful context. Besides, learning experiences for young people should be appropriate to their level of development. There is now a wealth of research that shows us that simply telling students what they need to know doesn’t help them to gain a deep understanding of a subject area. Instead, teachers should challenge their students’ thinking. Teachers should also keep students engaged and active in their own learning process so as to build students’ knowledge and understanding. By giving students greater involvement and control over their learning, active learning increases students’ interest and develops their learning ability. This means that students are better able to continue learning once they have left school and college. It also prepares students better for both higher education and for the workplace because analytical (分析的) skills help them to be better at solving problems. Universities and employers value this. Since an active learning method encourages all students to stay focused on their learning, teachers will often see students show greater interest in their studies. They also enjoy the level of academic discussion with their students which an active learning approach encourages. 5．What is the purpose of paragraph 2? A．To advocate active learning. B．To further explain active learning. C．To present application of active learning. D．To evidence the effects of active learning. 6．How should teachers promote active learning in students? A．By offering ideas. B．By giving explanation. C．By feeding information. D．By encouraging thinking. 7．What can be a benefit of active learning? A．Higher education admission rate. B．Better life-long learning ability. C．Fewer complex questions while studying. D．Greater teacher control over students’ learning. 8．Which aspect of active learning does the passage focus on? A．Its features. B．Its rules. C．Its background. D．Its development. Passage 3 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖南衡阳·期末）Knowing the best way to study will help you to be a better student. By using your time properly, you can do your homework more quickly. Learning to study is not difficult. The first thing to remember is that you must be willing to learn. It doesn’t mean that you must always like the subject. It does mean, however, that you must be willing to do whatever is necessary to learn. Try to understand why it is important and how it will help you now and later to do and learn other things. Knowing mathematics facts will be useful in your whole life. Knowing how to spell makes any kind of writing easier. Sometimes the subject that you think is going to be uninteresting will be exciting when you begin to work at it and understand it more clearly. Learning things can be fun if you are willing to work with them. Here’s some advice for you: have a certain time each day and a quiet place with good lighting for study, so that you can concentrate on your study without interruptions (中断); have everything ready before you sit down to study, a dictionary, paper, a pen and books; be sure you understand what you should learn before you start; read carefully and pay special attention to the most important things; when memorizing, first find out the main parts and then recite the whole thing; check your homework after you finish it; never forget the importance of review and preview. 9．The main purpose of the article is ________. A．to prove that learning is not difficult B．to make the readers be interested in study C．to tell the importance of self-teaching D．to tell the students how to study well 10．The first thing to remember in studying is that ________. A．you must like the subject B．you must follow the teacher C．you must enjoy learning D．you must study hard 11．What do you think is the meaning of the underlined word in the last paragraph? A．复习 B．预习 C．看见 D．浏览 12．Which advice isn’t mentioned in the text? A．Find a quiet place with good lighting. B．Prepare everything before you begin to study. C．Find a partner when you study. D．Concentrate on the most important things. Passage 4 （2023-2024学年高一下·广东中山·期末）Technology and the Psychology of Second Language Learners and Users is a collection of studies that focuses on second language (L2) teaching and learning. This book, made up of 23 parts, presents research on how technology affects the learning psychology (心理) of L2learners. One of the main contributions of the book is that it is more than just a descriptive account of current research regarding technology and the psychological side of L2 learners. A key view is that technology does not necessarily lead to positive psychological effects. In fact, some learners may feel anxious or uncomfortable using technology for language learning, which can hinder their performance. What’s more, learner psychology still requires closer examination, as learners’ attitudes towards technology-assisted learning do not always match their actual practices. Another important contribution of this book is that it presents the connection and interplay between language learners’ online identity and offline identity. As studies in the book have shown, positive online identities may support language learning and can potentially apply to offline situations. Also, individuals have different identities in the off line environment, which may influence how they experience online. A third contribution of the book is that it provides various cases in detail to tell readers how to conduct research. Technology has created different online learning contexts for researchers to investigate, such as blogs and online social networks, to name a few. Thus, researchers are offered a lot of choices and have various studies to refer to when they do future research. As illustrated above, this book provides both theoretical and practical value. It familiarizes researchers with the interplay of technology, psychology, and L2 learning, while also reminding teachers of the importance of integrating (结合) technology thoughtfully, considering individual learner differences. Adding instructions and steps on how to apply research findings to real teaching and learning contexts at the end of each part could further strengthen the book’s usefulness for language instructors. 13．What does the underlined word “hinder” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Predict. B．Prevent. C．Analyze. D．Improve. 14．What can we learn about the book? A．It indicates the benefits of positive online identities. B．It illustrates the technology for positive psychology. C．It develops offline learning contexts for researchers. D．It provides detailed instructions for language teachers. 15．What's the author's attitude towards the book? A．Neutral. B．Negative. C．Unclear. D．Positive. 16．What is the text? A．A book review. B．A news report. C．A research paper. D．A learning guide. ( 地 城 高频话题 02 购物 ) （2023-2024学年高一下·浙江宁波·期末）Have you ever wondered about the universal layout (布局) of supermarkets? Smart designers are behind it, subtly tempting you to walk through each aisle and fill your shopping cart without even realizing it. Grocery store design is a carefully crafted art from both psychological and marketing standpoints, according to Reeves Connelly, who studied architectural design at the Pratt Institute. He explained there is a specific reason why fruit and vegetables are often located at the front of the store, “You’ll grab the fruits and vegetables first and then hopefully feel less guilty about buying junk food later on.” Meanwhile, essential items such as milk and eggs are placed at the back of the store to ensure customers walk through other aisles with many unhealthy options like snacks and sodas, potentially increasing the likelihood of impulse purchases. There’s also a reason why you often feel lost in local supermarkets. Shockingly, they move things around. Reeves explained, “They are very much aware that these strategies become less effective after you visit the store a few times and get a better sense of where everything is, so they’ll regularly move the products to different aisles to con fuse you. The practice is not limited to a specific store but is employed across various retail chains.” “Their little tricks always work on me,” one regular shopper admits, “I walk in to get three things and end up spending $300; that’s why I hate grocery shopping,” he said. On the other hand, some shoppers are proud to declare they have never fallen into the trap. “That’s why I always keep a shopping list on me,” another shopper shared. “I’ve started having my groceries delivered. If I have to go to the store, I never grab a trolley. If I can’t carry it, I’m not buying it,” he added. 1．What is the purpose of the supermarket layout? A．To show the designer’s wisdom. B．To save consumers’ shopping time. C．To increase non-essential purchases. D．To provide multiple goods for choice. 2．What would the store owner probably do to make more profits? A．Put the healthy food together. B．Distribute junk food in different areas. C．Place essential items before junk food. D．Rearrange products in supermarkets regularly. 3．What can be inferred from the last paragraph? A．Most shoppers are trapped in marketing tricks. B．Shopping baskets are better than heavy trolleys. C．Making lists can be a smart act for impulse buying. D．Grocery delivery can help improve supermarket sales. 4．Where is this text most likely from? A．A business magazine. B．A psychology report. C．A research paper. D．A shopping guide. Passage 2 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖北武汉·期末）Parents may worry that their children aren’t getting enough quality sleep. However, now there’s a smart bed to provide adults with sleep data by a smart app. The SleepIQbed can send a signal of attention to parents when their children are asleep, as well as if they are risking out of bed. If a child is tossing and turning (辗转反侧) , it can also be adjusted to make it more comfortable. The bed was first introduced at the International Consumer, Electronics Show (CES) . It claims to be the only one in the world, which adjusts with children as they grow. Children don’t need to wear a smart-band or alternative wearable device in bed. Instead, the quality of their sleep is measured by sensors in the bed, which monitor their present, average breathing rate, heart rate and movement. Then it assesses quality of sleep. They are given a SleepIQ score for each night’s sleep. Using an accompanying app, parents can see it clearly. It also allows parents to monitor routines (常规) that affect sleep, such as exercise, caffeine and screen time, helping them to develop a routine that helps develop a good night’s shut-eye. The bed sends a signal to the app when it senses a child is out of bed or is restless, such as if he is having a nightmare (噩梦). Its firmness can be adjusted to change the level of comfort and support to suit children as they grow. A “head tilt (倾斜)” feature for reading is built in, and parents can remotely turn a light out after reading time using the app. There are also fun features such as a “monster scanner”, which uses a mobile phone to check for and fight monsters under the bed. What’s more, an automatic light will guide children, if they need to get up in the middle of the night. The bed is available online and at Sleep Number stores in the US from around $ 499, almost the same as the beds we are sleeping on. 5．What effect does the SleepIQbed have on children? A．Their sleep quality will be improved. B．Their sports performance will be improved. C．Their health condition will be improved greatly. D．They no longer need to get up in the middle of the night. 6．What can be learned from the text? A．The SleepIQbed is the best bed around the world. B．Children will never fall out of the SleepIQ bed. C．The smart bed is as cheap as an ordinary one. D．Another smart bed is needed with children growing older. 7．What can be inferred from having the SleepIQ bed? A．Children won’t have a nightmare. B．Parents can be free from some worries. C．Children had better not read on the bed. D．Parents don’t need to care for children any more at night. 8．What does the text mainly talk about? A．How to get a good sleep. B．How parents take care of children. C．The smart bed helping sleep better. D．Risks that children face when sleeping. ( 地 城 高频话题 03 饮食健康 ) （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏盐城·期末）Comfort food makes a person feel good. Food high in sugar or fat tends to improve mood by stimulating the brain’s reward system. So it makes sense that many of us may turn to food for comfort in times of stress. There’s some fascinating research that examines food as a source of comfort. However, the most interesting thing about this research may be that foods are far less comforting than we tend to believe they are. Traci Mann, a professor of psychology, and colleagues conducted a series of studies with college students. The researchers examined how much comfort foods actually improve mood. They provided students with one of the three foods that they had indicated were their top, personal comfort foods. After producing a negative mood by having them watch movie clips designed to increase their sadness, anger and anxiety, the researchers offered the students their comfort food. They had to assess (评估) how they felt before and after they were supposedly comforted by ice cream, pizza or whatever they had indicated they typically ate to feel better. All of the students completed the study on two separate occasions: once when they were able to eat their comfort food and once when they were able to eat another food they liked, but they wouldn’t call a comfort food. The researchers found that comfort food did improve students’ moods — but only by a little bit and not more than the other food they liked. In another study, comfort food was compared to no food at all, and students’ moods seemed to improve even when they didn’t eat anything — most likely just due to the passage of time. The take-home message from the studies? While the comfort food may make the person feel better for the time being, it does little to address emotional problems. Of course, everyone can indulge (纵情) in a comfort food from time to time, but overall, aim for these instances to be the exception rather than the rule. 1．Which aspect of comfort food do Traci Mann’s studies focus on? A．The means by which it affects mood. B．Its role in reducing negativity. C．The extent to which it lifts mood. D．Its impact on physical health. 2．How were the studies carried out? A．By comparison. B．By observation. C．By analysis. D．By collecting data. 3．What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph? A．To explain a rule. B．To introduce a concept. C．To present a fact. D．To make a suggestion. 4．What is a suitable title for the text? A．Feeling Negative? Try Comfort Food B．Comfort Food May Not Do Wonders C．The Science behind Comfort Food D．Comfort Food Tends to Be Unhealthy Passage 2 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏常州·期末）Last week a study was published showing that people with bowel cancer (肠癌) who drink coffee — quite a lot of coffee, two to four cups a day — were less likely to suffer a return of the disease. Experts have said that if the results hold in further studies, coffee could be prescribed (开处方) to cancer patients on the NHS (National Health Service) . That coffee does have an effect on human function is no doubt — but whether that impact is beneficial or harmful has been controversial (有争议的) since its beginning in the mid-15th century. The native peoples of the forests of Kaffa in south-west Ethiopia searched for berries (浆果) from wild coffee plants that were shipped across the Red Sea to prepare the decoction (煮出的汁) known as qahwa, which was used to reduce their desire for sleep. Once mainstream Islamic courts said coffee was not poisonous, consumption became widespread among the Muslim populations in the Middle East and the Ottoman empire. First regarded as a form of medicine, Turkish traders introduced coffee to Venice, where it was prescribed for digestive disorders. It was served in small, cold potions. London’s first coffee houses appeared in the 1650s, attracting customers with the advertised health benefits of the new beverage. However, not all were convinced. The 1674 Women’s Petition Against Coffee declared that too much coffee consumption weakened men and made them unproductive. Since the 1960s, mass surveys of coffee drinkers have shown different results of its impact. In 1991 the World Health Organization listed coffee as a possible cause of cancer, but in 2016 this conclusion was reversed (反转) as more studies have shown a larger number of positive outcomes being associated with coffee drinking. Following centuries on the defensive (处于守势), it may be time for coffee professionals to dust down those handbills and channel their inner Pasqua Rosée. 5．What was the main finding of the recent study mentioned in paragraph 1? A．Coffee has no impact on human function. B．Drinking coffee reduces the risk of bowel cancer. C．People with bowel cancer should avoid drinking coffee. D．Coffee has no effect on the return of bowel cancer. 6．Why does the writer mention the history of coffee consumption? A．To highlight the cultural significance of coffee in different regions. B．To emphasize the historical controversy around coffee’s health effects. C．To show coffee’s long-standing popularity and usage. D．To show the link between coffee’s origins and its medical applications. 7．Which is the most suitable title for this passage? A．The Dark Side of Coffee: A Hidden Cancer Risk B．The Bitter Drink: Coffee’s Secret in Being Popular C．Uncovering the Truth: Coffee’s Cancer-Fighting History D．Surprising History of Coffee: From Controversial Drink to Potential Cancer Cure 8．Which section of the journal might this article belong to? A．Health & fitness. B．Home & garden. C．History & Culture. D．Finance & investment. Passage 3 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏连云港·期末）Dream Xi’an is so close to London Tower that Anne Boleyn could possibly have passed by for her last supper. Opening Dream Xi’an near one of London’s busiest tourist attractions is a bold (大胆的) move. It is a great location with lots of tourists, but maybe not the sort who’d rush, as their first option, to a spot selling pig’s ear and beef. One of Dream Xi’an’s unmissable dishes is their biang biang noodles. Once eaten, biang biang noodles become a compulsion (冲动). Imagine fat, slithery (滑溜的) udo noodles, but much bigger and flatter — wider than a child’s belt — served in long unbroken stretches. If anyone in the UK can start your journey into Shaanxi cooking, it is chef/owner Guirong Wei, of Master Wei and Xi’an Impression, in central and north London. I have yet to leave any of Wei's places not joyfully covered with sweet, hot, vinegary sauces. Here at Dream Xi’an there are at least 12 biang biang and liangpi dishes. Fans of Wei’s other restaurants will notice classics here too, such as the cumin beef burger and Xi’an hand-shredded chicken. New dishes here include paomo soup, a recipe dating back to the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. Dream Xi’an is really rather stylish: a large room in dark wood with Chinese-style decoration. The staff are kind, happy and helpful. Here I am often cared for like a child, with regularly refilled pots of jasmine tea and offers of rice cakes with brown sugar sauce. I challenge you to find a nicer way to spend a couple of hours in this area; in fact, Dream Xi’an is the perfect place to calm down after learning about the bloody history of London Tower in an afternoon. 9．Why is opening Dream Xi’an near London Tower a bold move? A．Anne Boleyn once had supper there. B．Local people dislike pig’s ear and beef. C．London Tower is more attractive to tourists. D．Biang bi ang noodles are wider than expected. 10．What do we know about Guirong Wei? A．He showed tourists around Shaanxi. B．He invented dishes like paomo soup. C．He opened several restaurants in London. D．He served liangpi without vinegary sauces. 11．What is paragraph 5 mainly about? A．History of Dream Xi’an. B．Opinions on the decoration style. C．Impression of Dream Xi’an. D．Praise for the service of the staff. 12．What’s the purpose of the last paragraph? A．To suggest ways to calm down. B．To recommend a nice restaurant. C．To introduce the history of London Tower. D．To share feelings of visiting London Tower. Passage 4 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖南衡阳·期末）Blonde chocolate is not as popular as milk, dark, and white chocolate, but it has already been known as one of the most wonderful variations (变种) of white chocolate ever created. The history of blonde chocolate can date back to the year 2004 when French chef Frederic Bau was busy showing off his skills during an exhibition in Japan. He was so absorbed in his show that he left his white chocolate melting in a bain-marie (蒸锅) for four days. When he finally got back to it, the chocolate had become pale brown and had a very special smell and taste. Frederic quickly came to realize the potential of his discovery, and blonde chocolate was born. He knew he was on his way to something when he tasted blonde chocolate for the first time. However, because the treat was technically the result of an accident, there was no way to produce the result again, at least not immediately. The French chef spent the next seven years experimenting and perfecting the process, to make sure that he produced the best blonde chocolate every time. Since 2012, blonde chocolate has been sold by French chocolater Vlrhona under the name Dulcey, but even though it has made quite an impression on the experts in the years since, blonde chocolate is still not a mainstream (主流的) dessert. That is mainly because French lawmakers refuse to recognize the sweet treat as a fourth type of chocolate. Instead, they recognize it a variation of white chocolate. Blonde chocolate shares a similar story with another unique dessert, Ruby chocolate, the naturally pink chocolate made with Ruby cocoa beans. In 2017, it was called “the biggest innovation in chocolate in 80 years”. Therefore, there is no need to worry about the future of blonde chocolate. 13．What does the second paragraph mainly talk about? A．The origin of blonde chocolate. B．The design of blonde chocolate. C．The importance of blonde chocolate. D．The process of making blonde chocolate. 14．Why do people seldom choose blonde chocolate as a mainstream dessert? A．It is refused by most of French experts. B．It is not as delicious as other sweet treat. C．It is not warmly welcomed by young people. D．It is recognized as a variation of white chocolate. 15．Why does the author mention Ruby chocolate in the last paragraph? A．To present the misfortune of Ruby chocolate. B．To doubt a growing concern about chocolate. C．To show a promising future of blonde chocolate. D．To criticize public attitude towards blonde chocolate. 16．What might be a suitable title for the text? A．People’s Thoughts towards Blonde Chocolate B．Blonde Chocolate, Another Type of Sweet Dessert C．The Uncommon Development of Blonde Chocolate D．Blonde Chocolate, a Delicious Treat Created by Mistake Passage 5 （2023-2024学年高一下·山东淄博·期末）Around 20 students from the University of Malta took part in a Chinese tea-tasting event on the campus on Wednesday to add a special flavor to their Chinese-language course. For most students, it was their first time to receive an expert introduction to the rich Chinese tea culture and traditional ways of making tea, with special attention to choosing the right water temperature for Chinese tea. The event was hosted by the Confucius Institute at the University of Malta. The master of the event was Sun Yi, a teacher at the institute. She started the event with a brief introduction to Chinese tea culture, followed by a practical demonstration of handling the different kinds of tea leaves. She described the central role of tea in the daily life of Chinese people and taught students how to pronounce “drink”, “tea” and “good” in Mandarin (普通话). “I love Chinese tea very much,” said Lexuri Vazquez, a third-year student majoring in international relations. She said she hadn’t really appreciated the difference between black and green tea before. Thanks to the tea tasting, however, this will change, she added. She would love to go to China one day to learn about more aspects of Chinese culture in the future. Jackie Theuma, office administrator of the Confucius Institute at the university, said she had tasted different kinds of Chinese tea, as the institute’s director, Ji Nengwen who is a Chinese, always shared his tea with her and other colleagues. Theuma has been working at the institute for 11 years, and Chinese culture and language have become a part of her life. Sun found the success of the event inspirational. The Confucius Institute holds cultural events as part of its Chinese-language teaching program to give students an opportunity to better understand what they learn in the classroom. “I will spare no efforts to introduce more aspects of Chinese culture through more events to students, and further raise their interest in learning Chinese and understanding Chinese culture,” Sun said. 17．The event at the University of Malta was intended to ______. A．teach students how to make Chinese tea. B．test students’ Mandarin language skills. C．market the Confucius Institute’s programs. D．deepen students’ understanding of Chinese culture. 18．How did the event affect Lexuri Vazquez? A．She became fluent in Mandarin. B．She decided to start a tea business. C．She learned to tell different types of tea apart. D．She realized the economic value of tea. 19．How did Jackie Theuma feel about Chinese culture? A．Indifferent. B．Enthusiastic. C．Proud. D．Critical. 20．What is the text mainly about? A．A cultural experience on tea tasting. B．A meaningful event about choosing tea. C．An introduction to the Confucius Institute. D．An explanation of a Chinese-language course. Passage 6 （2023-2024学年高一下·河南·期末）Human experts spend years roasting and tasting coffee from many places to learn about the beans. They might then combine (混合) a coffee bean from Africa with another one from South America to come up with a new blend (混合). But, a coffee roasting company in Helsinki, Finland is hoping that artificial intelligence, or AI, can help ease the workload. Kaffa Roastery recently brought out its “AI-conic” blend at the Helsinki Coffee Festival. The blend is a mixture of four kinds of beans, including Fazenda Pinhal from Brazil. It is the result of a joint project by Kaffa and Elev, a local AI business. Svante Hampf is the founder of Kaffa Roastery. He and his partners wanted to do an experiment to see what blend the computer would produce. “We basically gave descriptions of all our coffee types and their flavours to AI and instructed it to create a new exciting blend,” Hamp f said. The “AI-conic” blend combined beans from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia and Guatemala. It is described as “a well-balanced blend of sweetness and ripe fruit”. Hampf said he thought the combination was “somewhat weird”. He was surprised that the AI programme chose to make the blend out of four different kinds of beans. Most humans choose only two or three beans. However, after the first blind test of the new blend, Kaffa’s coffee experts agreed that the AI-assisted blend was perfect. There was no need to change. Elev’s Antti Merilehto said “AI-conic” is an example of “how AI can introduce new viewpoint to experienced professionals”. The International Coffee Organization says that the 5.6 million people in Finland drink the most coffee per person in the world. And the roasters at Kaffa said they hope the AI project will help to bring more things to the strong coffee culture in the country. Hamp f called it a “first step”, adding, “I think AI has plenty to offer us in the long run. We are particularly impressed of the coffee taste descriptions it created.” 21．What is the function of Paragraph 1? A．To point out a problem. B．To present a finding. C．To introduce the topic. D．To call for a decision. 22．What can we learn about the “AI-conic” blend? A．It is now in mass production. B．It comes in a variety of fruit flavours. C．It is sweeter than other coffee. D．It combines beans from four countries. 23．What does the underlined word “weird” in Paragraph 4 probably mean? A．Strange. B．Great. C．Ordinary. D．Strong. 24．What is the best title for the text? A．AI Robots Help Make Perfect Coffee B．A New Coffee Blend Wins People’s Love C．AI Tries Hand at Blending Coffee in Finland D．AI Projects Are Widely Used in Different Fields Passage 7 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏徐州·期末）The UK is now the most overweight nation in Europe and the evidence is all around us. As a doctor, I see it daily in practice, dealing with its complications (并发症) ranging from diabetes and high blood pressure to heart disease and cancer. So what are we doing about it? Not enough is the honest answer. First, weight management services, such as mental health guidance, surgery and slimming drugs remain very limited. Also, measures taken in consulting rooms are too often centered around scaring people into action: if you don’t lose weight you will have a heart attack or develop diabetes. Scaring the individual is neither helpful nor effective. Becoming more active is beneficial for many reasons, but exercise alone is not a great way to lose weight, not least because you have to run for at least an hour to burn off a beef pie. Drugs and surgery also have their place but are not required for most overweight people. So I prefer to combine proper exercise with a diet for the best result. But which diet? Often I recommend the low-carb approach, which involves cutting back on sugary drinks and foods, and starches (淀粉) such as rice and bread. I don’t believe there is anything magical about the approach but it has a number of benefits: it seems easier to follow than many other approaches, and it helps lower blood sugar levels for the ten million or so people in the UK who already have type 2 diabetes or are at high risk of developing it. Solving the obesity (肥胖) problem involves not only supporting and encouraging the individual, but also changing public health and government policy. Efforts are being made and change is already under way. 25．How does the author illustrate his opinion in paragraph 2? A．By explanation. B．By example. C．By comparison. D．By assumption. 26．What are the benefits of the low-carb approach? A．It helps to reduce body weight quickly. B．It saves patients from drugs and surgery. C．It’s effective and promotes food industry. D．It’s easy to stick to and lowers blood sugar. 27．The main purpose of the passage is A．to provide practical suggestions B．to criticize traditional approaches C．to present the findings of a research D．to analyse the causes of a problem 28．What is the author’s attitude to the future of solving the obesity problem? A．Critical. B．Positive. C．Uncaring. D．Uncertain. Passage 8 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏宿迁·期末）According to the standard, my husband’s body mass index (BMI身体质量指数) is too high. Yet he is the fittest person I know—an athlete carrying plenty of muscle and very little fat. There lies the problem with BMI. A recent study showed how imprecise BMI can be. Yftach Gepner, a professor at Tel Aviv University, looked at data about 3, 000 Israeli men and women. About one third of those with normal BMI were found to be obese (肥胖的) when their actual body fat was measured. And a third of those who were overweight by their BMI had actually normal amounts of body fat. Not only does BMI fail to distinguish between muscle and fat, but it says nothing about where fat sits in your body. With fat, as with real estate (房地产) , location matters. Abdominal fat (腹部脂肪) carries higher risk, as does fat around vital organs. A 2018 study looked at MRI scans (磁共振成像扫描) —the gold standard for body-composition research—collected by the U. K. Biobank. The results showed that people with fat concentrated in their abdomen had higher risk of heart disease than people with the same BMI and of the same age whose fat was spread through other parts of their body. A further problem is that BMI is based on height and weight tables using data from Non-Hispanic white people, who usually have higher body fat than Hispanic white people with the same BMI. Yet researchers now know that race, sex and age affect body composition and health risks differently. For instance, Black people tend to have greater muscle mass and thus may not be considered as obese on the basis of BMI. The opposite is true for Asians, who tend to have more body fat at lower BMIs, so their actual disease risks may be missed. Although BMI has value for evaluating obesity, better methods exist for individuals. Bioelectrical impedance analysis, using electric signals to distinguish fat from muscle, is becoming more common in medical offices. DEXA scans, a type of X-ray imaging, tend to be more efficient yet more costly. With so many options available, no one, including health-care workers, should give BMI too much weight. 29．Why does the author present her husband’s example? A．To prove the accuracy of BMI. B．To present the problems of BMI. C．To introduce the popularity of BMI. D．To raise doubts about the recent study. 30．What does the underlined sentence “With fat, as with real estate, location matters” suggest in Paragraph 3? A．With higher fat comes higher risk. B．BMI can tell where fat is located. C．Abdominal fat carries the highest risk. D．Where the fat sits is related to health risks. 31．For those with the same BMI, who might have the highest risk of diseases? A．Hispanic white people. B．Asians. C．Non-Hispanic white people. D．Black people. 32．What is the author’s attitude towards BMI? A．Concerned. B．Approving. C．Objective. D．Indifferent. Passage 9 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏宿迁·期末）Artificial intelligence (AI) is generating excitement in the field of health care. From robot surgeons to the ability to chat to a medical AI with a human face, opportunities are enough. There is already evidence that AI systems can enhance diagnostic (诊断的) accuracy and disease tracking, improve the prediction of patients’ outcomes and suggest better treatments. It may already be speeding the time it takes for new drugs to reach clinical trials. However, progress has been slow and the results have often been mediocre. AI systems learn by processing huge volumes of data, which are under strict control by governments because patients want better and more personalized care but patients also want their medical privacy protected. Finding secure ways to allow health data to move more freely would help. Another problem is managing and regulating these innovations. In many countries, the governance of AI in health, as with other areas, is struggling to keep up with the rapid pace of innovation. Regulatory authorities may be slow to approve new AI tools or may lack capacity and expertise (专业技能) . Governments need to equip regulators to assess new AI tools. The final problem involves motivations. Many private health systems are set up to reward the volume of work. They have little reason to adopt technologies that cut the number of visits, tests or procedures. And even public health systems may lack motivations to adopt technologies that reduce costs rather than improve outcomes, perhaps because saving money may lead to a smaller budget next year. Unless governments can change these motivations, AI’s wide application will be castles in the air. Much of the burden for boosting AI in health care falls on governments and regulators. However, companies have a part to play, too. Insurers have already used AI tools to deny healthcare unfairly; firms have mis-sold or overstated the abilities of health AI; algorithms have made mistakes. Firms have a duty to ensure that their products are safe and reliable and that humans, however imperfect, remain in control. 33．What does the underlined word “mediocre” mean in Paragraph 1? A．Unsatisfactory. B．Exciting. C．Surprising. D．Destructive. 34．Why does the government control data strictly? A．AI’s learning ability is out of control. B．AI’s innovation develops at a rapid pace. C．The medical privacy might be under attack. D．Patients want better and more personalized care 35．In paragraph 5, what leads to public health systems refusing AI? A．A smaller budget next year. B．Increased costs of AI’s innovation. C．Failing to offer effective treatment. D．Decreasing visits, tests or procedures. 36．What is the best title for the passage? A．Boosting AI in health care. B．AI doctors? Not so optimistic. C．Applications of AI in health systems. D．Solutions to AI problems in health care. Passage 10 （2023-2024学年高一下·河南漯河·期末）There are some sounds most of us regard are annoying — the chewing of chips, the low noise of air conditioning or a screaming baby. These noises, for many people, act as a mere inconvenience that can distract them from the task at hand. However, there are some amongst us who have a much more severe response to these noises. Has a noise ever made you feel so angry that you could explode with rage? If the answer is yes, you may be suffering from misophonia (恐音症). The word “misophonia” literally means “a hatred of sound” and is sometimes called Selective Sound Sensitivity Syndrome. There are some experts who doubt the existence of the condition. However, for those who claim to suffer from it, the experience can be painful. Certain sounds could set off intense emotional or psychological (心理的) responses that may seem over the top compared with an on-sufferer’s complaints. The sound of people chewing their food could start sufferers’ anxiety, or make them feel panic. It may even activate their fight-or-flight response, making them want to run away. In extreme cases, that feeling of panic may result in intense anger and even end up expressing rage physically. Sadly, there’s no known cure. But cognitive (认知的) behavioural therapy and counselling could help sufferers put up with noises and manage the condition. According to James Cartreine, a clinical psychiatrist, the condition can lead to separation. Sufferers use coping strategies that include avoiding places with lots of noises, like restaurants, or moving away when they feel like raging against someone due to their breathing. So, the next time you see someone fly into a rage because of a sound that is driving them crazy, it may be due to a difficult condition they are trying to manage, and not just because they hate a certain sound. 37．How do many people react to annoying sounds? A．They become very angry. B．They scream at the sounds. C．They concentrate on the work. D．They consider them no big deal. 38．What can we infer from paragraph 2? A．Misophonia means sensitivity to all uncomfortable sounds. B．Sufferers hardly experience great pain. C．Some experts are uncertain whether there is misophonia. D．Non-sufferers don’t complain about the annoying sounds. 39．What are sufferers unlikely to do with the annoying sounds? A．Avoid places with a lot of noises. B．Consider them as a minor inconvenience. C．Show their anger through their behaviour. D．Leave those who produce annoying sounds. 40．What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage? A．To introduce a physical condition-misophonia. B．To advise readers to mind their behaviour in public. C．To tell people to control their emotion in noisy places. D．To persuade people to get on with people with misophonia. Passage 11 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖南·期末）Celebrities (名人) have all sorts of strange diets. One of the latest diets among celebrities is the “OMAD”. Instead of only fasting on certain days or only eating your meals during a specific time window, people following OMAD eat all their day’s calories in one single, large meal. One study so far has looked at the effect of OMAD in humans. In this study, participants (参与者) were given the same number of calories to eat each day. For half of the study, participants ate these calories in a single meal, before switching (转换) and eating their daily calories in three meals. Each meal pattern was only followed for an 11-day period-not very long at all. The one meal was taken between 5 p. m. and 7 p. m., ensuring a particular flavour to the timing. Only 11 participants completed the study, suggesting a limited results. When participants ate just one meal per day, they saw a greater reduction in their body weight, indicating a potential association between OMAD and weight loss. However, participants also experienced greater reductions in bone density (密度) when eating just one meal a day, suggesting a need to vary the diet for health. This could lead to reduced muscle function and greater risk of bone fractures (骨折) if the diet was to be followed for a longer period. While these results may indicate that OMAD could have benefits for some aspects of health, there’s still a lot we don’t know about it. It will be important for future studies to investigate (调查) the effect of OMAD in a larger number of participants and in other groups of people, as this study only included thin, young adults. It will also be important for studies to look at the effect of OMAD over a longer period of time, and to conduct these trials in a real-life setting. 41．What is the primary characteristic of the OMAD diet according to the text? A．One large meal per day. B．Low calorie eating. C．Plain flavour. D．Multiple small meals. 42．According to the study mentioned, what effect did the OMAD diet have on participants? A．Weight gain. B．Weight loss. C．Increase in fat. D．Increase in height. 43．Which group of people were involved in the study discussed in the text? A．Elderly people. B．Overweight adults. C．Young people. D．Children. 44．What does the text suggest about future research on the OMAD diet? A．Stopping unnecessary studies. B．Reducing participants. C．Exploring long-term effects. D．Testing only in the lab. ( 地 城 高频话题 04 体育 / 语言文化 / 艺术 ) Passage 1 （2023-2024学年高一下·广东·期末）Britain is indeed a nation featured by odd traditions. As the late Bank Holiday Monday is around the comer, so too comes a series of slightly eccentric traditions, including the yearly cheese-rolling competition in Gloucestershire. Each year, on the late Bank Holiday Monday, hundreds of people gather at Gloucestershire to attend the yearly Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling event, which is likely the most British thing in existence. The tradition dates back to the 1880s, though some have suggested it could be even older — as much as 600 years. However, the race winners have only been recorded since 1985. Competitors gather at the top of the almost vertical (垂直的) Cooper’s Hill in the village of Brockworth, with a nine-pound wheel of Double Gloucester cheese sent rolling down the hill, often reaching speeds of over 70 miles per hour. Competitors race down the 200-yard height of the hill and the first one to make it to the bottom wins the cheese. What a prize! The competition comes with its risks though. Many competitors fall and roll down the hill as they try to beat the others in this event. In 1997, 33 people needed medical treatment. In 2013, the cheese was replaced with a soft object as a safety protection. Last year, at least one person was carried away on a stretcher (担架), and with no of Ticial organizers, the event takes place without the support of the emergency services or local of Ticials. As such, volunteers from the local football club help catch falling competitors and see to any of the injured athletes. Despite its risks and lack of official support, the tradition is greatly supported by its competitors and the local community. As we are amazed by this unique show of British tradition, we are reminded of the lasting attraction of oddness in British culture. 1．What does the underlined word “eccentric” in paragraph 1 mean? A．Joyful. B．Strange. C．Romantic. D．Dangerous. 2．What is the prize for the Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling competition? A．A wheel. B．Nine pounds. C．A cheese. D．Some records. 3．What can be inferred about the Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling event? A．It lacks any safety protection. B．It has been cancelled this year. C．Its organizers are irresponsible. D．Its competitors are adventurous. 4．What is a suitable title for the text? A．Get to Know an Odd Tradition B．The History of a British Tradition C．Celebrate the Coming Bank Holiday D．A Tradition That Attracts More Players Passage 2 （2023-2024学年高一下·山东威海·期末）While West Africa’s Benin approaches its rainy season, occasional showers and sticky hot weather have done little to lessen the enthusiasm of local villagers who gathered to watch the first Benin Village Super League. Soccer teams from two villages in Parakou, a central city in Benin, competed on a soccer field near the base of the Chinese support mission for cotton production in Benin, in Belle Cite Village. For the past decade, the China-assisted cotton technology project has been active in Parakou, a major cotton-producing region in Benin. The long-term technical assistance has built strong relationships with villagers. When the project team learned that the former soccer field had been expropriated (征用), they decided to build a new one using agricultural machinery and recycled materials. Last summer, videos of some soccer matches in Rongjiang county, Southwest China’s Guizhou province, went popular and attracted worldwide tourists. Inspired by this, the Village Super League in Parakou includes cultural performances during halftime, featuring Chinese martial arts and Beninese dance. “Locals love soccer and I wanted to bring this model here and set up a similar league,” said Shou Xiaoyong, head of the Chinese technical team. Named the Friendship Football Field, the new facility was opened in March last year. It quickly became the preferred place for soccer among villagers in Belle Cite and nearby areas, hosting regular matches, especially during agricultural downtimes. As the tournament progressed, its popularity rose. Villagers from surrounding areas traveled on motorcycles with their children to watch the matches. Yves Koba, the head of Belle Cite Village, praised the Village Super League for promoting (促进) communication and friendship among villages. “The league has made us more united. I hope it continues and that our villagers achieve even better results next year.” 5．What has caused excitement among the villagers in Parakou? A．The first village league. B．The China-assisted project. C．The newly-built football field. D．The start of the harvest season. 6．For what reason was the Friendship Football Field built? A．To attract worldwide tourists. B．To provide a place for soccer lovers. C．To inspire locals’ love for soccer. D．To bring Chinese culture into focus. 7．What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A．How popular football is in Benin. B．How the new football field was built. C．What Benin Village Super League is like. D．Why Chinese village league model was introduced. 8．What does Yves Koba think of the Village Super League in Benin? A．It brings in huge money. B．It promotes cross-cultural exchanges. C．It forms a new tradition. D．It strengthens friendship among villages. Passage 3 （2023-2024学年高一下·山东枣庄·期末）Deceleration isn’t really in the runner’s vocabulary. For many of the people who do it, from Olympic champions to 5K enthusiasts, running is the pursuit of speed itself; a sport defined by personal bests, competition and striving. Slow? That’s a four-letter word. Until quite recently, slow running has become “A Thing”, backed not just by wellness experts on Instagram, but also by a growing number of coaches, amateur runners and exercise scientists, too. The thinking is that going slow could be a fast way to enjoy the benefits of exercise. Slow running is usually defined as a pace at which you can comfortably hold a conversation. Think of it as an effort of 4 or 5 on a scale of 1 - 10, where 10 is an all-out sprint (冲刺). If you know your sports science, it’s referred to as ‘zone 2 exercise’ and it’s a physiological sweet spot that can improve and extend your life. So, what makes the unhurried approach so healthful? As well as improving the strength and pumping capacity of your heart, slow running can avoid metabolic diseases and encourage your body to use fat for energy. Slow runners also recover faster and are less likely to suffer tiredness or injuries from overtraining. They’re also more likely to feel good. “There are huge positives for emotional health,” says Gordon, an exercise physiologist at Anglia Ruskin University in southeast England. “The benefits for things like mood state, depression and anxiety don’t really decrease any more if we increase the exercise intensity. And then there’s the social aspect. One of the things to emphasize with slow running is, you can actually have a conversation!” Gordon believes that promoting slow running might encourage more people to exercise and stick with it, partly because you can do it with friends and partly because there’s no pressure to perform. 9．What is the most important for a runner on the sports field? A．Speed. B．Health. C．Interest. D．Enjoyment. 10．What does the underlined word “backed” mean in Paragraph 2? A．Explained. B．Defined. C．Supported. D．Proved. 11．What are the last two paragraphs mainly about as to slow running? A．Its definition. B．Its benefits. C．The training. D．Its popularity. 12．What does Gordon say about slow running? A．It benefits a lot to mental health. B．It is key to increase the intensity. C．It offers a chance to make friends. D．It is no easy work to stick with it. Passage 4 （2023-2024学年高一下·山东青岛·期末）The Summer Olympic Games this year are in Paris, France, which does not have an ocean. So, how do organizers plan to present competition in the sport of surfing? They are taking that Olympic event in a small coastal village called Teahupo’o in the South Pacific country of French Polynesia. Hundreds of people are expected to visit Teahupo’o to watch the sport, as the surfers go out onto the famous waves from July 27 to August 4． Proposed preparations for the event included building temporary housing, roads, and even a large structure out on the water. The work called for drilling into a coral reef. However, opposition to the plans quickly grew. Environmentalists, locals and surfers joined forces to protect Teahupo’o’s culture, its corals and other sea life. For locals, Teahupo’o beach was a“secret spot” with a special energy known as “mana”, and they want that special quality protected. There are concerns that a week of Olympic competition there could destroy the “mana”.“It was too much for us, a big change,” said Levy, a Tahitian surfer and a volunteere on a local environmental organization. Some people worry that the drilling into the reef will disrupt the ecosystem and attract a dangerous algae (海藻). If fish eat the algae, people who eat the fish can become sick. “The water is where we get our dinner,” 22-year-old Maitei, a spearfisher catching fish to feed his family, said. Local Tahitians’ worry were confirmed when a boat working on some Olympic construction hit a piece of the reef and broke it. “In Polynesian culture, gods are everywhere in nature, in the coral, in the ocean. If we break a coral, we break a home,” Cindy Otcenasek, a local official, said. No new buildings or roads are welcome for the locals. And the organizers are adjusting their plans as a result. For example, they will not be building any Olympic housing. Instead, athletes will stay on a nearby boat. Homes of locals will serve other Olympic housing needs. Judges will watch the competition from the platform. The whole world is ready for the great events and the impact. 13．Why is the 2024 Olympics surfing to be held in Teahupo’o? A．It is the sister city of Paris. B．It is the best choice for the sport. C．It aims to develop its tourism. D．It has favorable geographic location. 14．What makes Teahupo’o beach special to local Tahitians? A．The rich fishing resources. B．The surfing spots. C．The power of mana. D．The unique corals. 15．Why are some local people opposed to the Olympic plans in Teahupo’o? A．They are worried the event will damage the environment. B．They want more construction and development in the area. C．They think the event will bring too many tourists. D．They don’t like the sport of surfing. 16．What are the organizers doing to address the local concerns in Teahupo’o? A．Building new roads and housing for the event. B．Cancelling the Olympic surfing competition. C．Relocating the event to a different location. D．Adjusting their plans to minimize the impact. Passage 5 （2023-2024学年高一下·河南信阳·期末）Life can be challenging for kids with autism (自闭症). Imagine what it's like for boys like Archie, a 14-year-old teen who has both autism and ADHD(多动症). Archie was having such a hard time and he even was kicked out of school when he was just five years old. Fortunately, he found boxing, and his life has been positively changed forever. What comes to mind when you think of boxing? Perhaps it is an oversized and muscular person in the ring with another equally big person, both with big and thick boxing gloves on, ready to fight. Interestingly enough, boxing is not always about fighting. It can be more about exercising and letting energy out in a fun way, and using the boxing techniques to help manage their symptoms. Boxing gives kids confidence, helps people with autism work on their reaction time and even helps them achieve better sleep. The club Archie goes to, The Fort Boxing Club, does exactly that for him. He’s been attending the club three times a week and even helped the club raise funds in a recent campaign. Some of the classic struggles for people with autism, according to the Kennedy Krieger Institute, are social challenges, repetitive behavior, sensory issues and difficulty with communication. Therefore, one of the things that helps and positively benefits both children and adults with autism is exercise. Physical activity can have an excellent impact on their behavior, especially when it comes to their repetitive and disruptive behavior. Perhaps this is one of the reasons Archie is so into boxing. Boxing not only gives him physical activity and the benefits that come with that. It also gives him structure and is a really therapeutic activity for him. Another special thing about Archie’s relationship with boxing is the club he works out in. Daniel Bailey, the club’s owner, said that Archie feels like part of a family there. Here is to hope he keeps rolling with the punches and enjoying the sport he found that is perfect for him. 17．What can we learn about Archie from Paragraph 1? A．He used to be a shy boy. B．He gained popularity in school. C．He was a crazy follower of boxing. D．He was prohibited from attending school. 18．What is people’s typical view on boxing? A．Boxing is a team sport. B．Fighting is the heart of boxing. C．Skinny person is suitable for boxing. D．No equipment is required in boxing. 19．How does boxing help people with autism? A．By lifting their spirits. B．By avoiding social challenges. C．By increasing frequency of communication. D．By improving their repetitive and disruptive behavior. 20．How is Archie's relationship with Fort Boxing Club? A．Distant. B．Harmonious. C．Conflicting. D．Mysterious. Passage 6 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖南张家界·期末）Boxing has been practiced for centuries — it was even one of the sports in the original Olympic Games in ancient Greece. More recently, boxing has become the mainstream in the UK, with hundreds of thousands of people from all walks of life participating in the sport every week. But why? The answer lies in the physical, mental and even social benefits boxing can bring. Its physical benefits are clear. Whether it’s practicing with a punching bag (沙袋) or a partner or facing an opponent in the ring, boxing can be an intense form of exercise and give a full-body workout. It can improve muscular strength, and it can also increase fitness — allowing someone to work out harder, for longer. These can, in turn, have a positive impact on other aspects of physical well-being, like heart health and weight management. But the high physical demands of the sport aren’t just good for the body — boxing can also have a positive impact on someone’s mental well-being. Dr Jessica Pinchbeck, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Fitness at the Open University, says that boxing can mitigate some of the symptoms of anxiety and depression. Exercising regularly is already widely known to be good for mental health, but boxing can also bring a sense of discipline and focus. And there is a third benefit of putting on the boxing gloves. Practicing punches can be done alone, of course, but boxing is not just an individual activity — it also involves working with others to train and stay safe. Dr Gavin Williams, Senior Lecturer in Education at the Open University, says that this cooperation and team work can create a sense of identity and belonging. So, no matter what the reason that attracts someone to boxing, the interactive elements of the sport mean it can also have profound social benefits. Good for body, mind and social interactions? It’s not surprising that more and more people are stepping into the ring. 21．How does the author develop the passage? A．By giving examples. B．By making suggestions. C．By listing reasons. D．By answering questions. 22．What does the underlined word “mitigate ”in Paragraph 3 mean? A．Change. B．Determine. C．Control. D．Reduce. 23．What would be the best choice according to Dr Gavin Williams? A．Practicing boxing in the ring. B．Practicing boxing with a partner. C．Practicing boxing on your own. D．Practicing boxing with a punching bag. 24．What would be the best title for the text? A．The benefits of boxing B．Boxing leads to great teamwork C．The ways to practice boxing D．Boxing does good to your health Passage 7 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏扬州·期末）Chinese government and tech companies are working together to speed up the digitalization(数字化) of rarely used Chinese characters, which will allow them to be recognized by computers as the country's banks, hospitals and government departments move deals online. However, for lack of technical support, many people's names and place names can not be put in. This has caused troubles in life, such as opening bank accounts and booking transportation tickets. The public are now invited to photograph unusual characters and send them through a mini program fixed into We Chat, a popular messaging app. If they pass expert approval, they will be added to China's official set of coded (编码的) characters, known as GB 18030. The latest version of GB18030 has more than 80, 000 Chinese characters. However, most computers only support the input and display of about 30, 000 commonly used characters. Roughly 60 million people in China have names that contain rare characters and a significant number of place names and ancient texts have difficulty being digitalized due to unrecognized characters contained within. Lin Sumiao, a lawyer based in Beijing, said her name, containing a rare character “su”, was constantly shown as “miao” on exam admission cards when she was in school, and the situation still happens when she prints flight boarding passes. Lin is unwilling to change her given name as it carries special significance to her. The character “su” consists of characters “geng” and “sheng”, the latter part of the phrase “zi li geng sheng” meaning“to rely on oneself.“The character contains my parents' wish for me to grow up into an independent soul,” she said. Digitalizing the Chinese characters is difficult, as each character must be represented in a unique form. The digitalization of uncommon characters is a complex systematic project, which requires government guidance and contributions by input methods, program developers, and operating systems. Despite the difficulties involved, digitalization must continue to not only solve practical problems, but also to protect and pass down Chinese culture. Every rare character is a part of cultural treasures. They shall not be lost in the digital time nor become a block to digital society. 25．Why does the government quicken the digitalization of rare Chinese characters? A．To get the public familiar with more rare names. B．To provide technical support for people's daily work. C．To make it possible to put in uncommon characters. D．To encourage online businesses across the country. 26．What can we say about GB 18030? A．It is part of a We Chat program. B．It is a system of coded characters. C．It consists of rare Chinese characters. D．It is fully supported by most computers. 27．What can be inferred from Lin Sumiao’s case? A．Digitalizing rare characters saves people trouble. B．Rare characters carry with them special meanings. C．Chinese people favour names with rare characters. D．It is unwise to have names with common characters. 28．What is the value of the character digitalization? A．It proves that Chinese characters are unique from other languages. B．It shows off teamwork of professionals in a wide variety of fields. C．It is a breakthrough that pushes forward the growth of technology. D．It smoothes the way to a convenient life and cultural development. Passage 8 （2023-2024学年高一下·广东广州·期末）When we pass through an art gallery, what determines our idea of beauty? While it is often said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder (观看者), this is not the whole story. When looking at paintings, we don’t judge each one on its own worth. Instead, we carry a bias (偏向), according to a new study by researchers from the University of Sydney. Led by PhD student Ms. Sujin Kim, the research involved a series of 40 paintings presented to 24 observers. The participants were asked to rate the artistic beauty of each painting on a screen. The paintings described scenery or still life. The first question the 24 observers were asked to respond to was whether they rated each painting independently of what they had just seen. To do this, the series of paintings was presented 20 times with each run having a different order. In this way, a given painting was rated 20 times. The data was clear: the observers didn’t rate each painting consistently (一致地) but were biased by what they had just seen. “Many people suppose a kind of ‘contrast effect’ whereby a painting may look more attractive if it follows an unattractive painting,” Professor Alais said. “The surprising result was that the bias was a positive one: paintings were rated higher following an attractive painting, or lower, following unattractive ones.” The research refers to this effect as “serial dependence”, which describes a systemic bias towards the recent past experience. Previous studies have found that many types of input including direction, facial expression and attractiveness are systematically biased by recent past experience. This has potential applications in various fields where the order of presentation can impact consumer preferences. “Perhaps art gallery managers have known all along about the bias towards the recent past,” Professor Alais said. “They often keep the best pieces for the last and build up to it. Our study shows this would ensure an accumulating (积累的) effect and guarantee a big finish.” 29．What factor most likely influenced the observers’ rating of paintings in the study? A．The rating times. B．The neighboring viewers. C．The types of the paintings. D．The paintings’ arrangement. 30．Which example agrees with the positive bias mentioned by Professor Alais? A．Buy a product mainly due to positive reviews. B．Consider a physically attractive person smart too. C．Enjoy the song that follows a nice one at a concert. D．Judge a person’s character based on the first impression. 31．What is Professor Alais’s attitude towards the art galleries’ common practice? A．Favorable. B．Disapproving. C．Confused. D．Unclear. 32．What would be the best title for the text? A．The tricks for hosting valuable exhibitions B．Serial dependence: a new look at artistic beauty C．The elements of being a skillful art appreciator D．Artistic creation: an expression of the self and reality Passage 9 （2023-2024学年高一下·广东广州·期末）A study published by the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Science found that musicians who work in the two fields show significantly different brain activity, even when they’re playing the same music. The research could help explain why musicians seem to stand out in one or other style, and not usually in both. The study outlines two steps in playing the piano: what the pianist is going to play — meaning the keys they press — and how they are going to play — which fingers they should use. Classical pianists tend to focus on the second step — the “how”. This means their focus is on technique and the personal expression they add to the piece. Jazz pianists on the other hand focus on the “what”, meaning they are always prepared to improvise (即兴创作) and adapt the notes they’re playing. The study included 30 professional pianists, half of whom were jazz players and half of whom were classical. Both groups were shown a hand playing a sequence of chords (和音) on a screen. The sequence was arranged irregularly with mistakes in harmonies and fingering. The pianists had to reproduce the hand movements and react to the irregularities, while their brain signals were recorded with sensors on their head. The study found that different processes occurred in the brains of the jazz and classical pianists. In particular, the jazz pianists’ brains began re-planning sooner than the classical pianists’ brains. The study found the classical pianists concentrated on the fingering and technique of their playing, while the jazz pianists were more prepared to change the notes they played. “In the jazz pianists we found evidence from the brain signals for this flexibility in planning harmonies when playing the piano,” says researcher Roberta Bianco.  “When we asked them to play a harmonically unexpected chord, their brains started to re-plan he actions faster than classical pianists. Accordingly, they were better able to react and continue their performances.” 33．What’s the purpose of the text? A．To explain “what” and “how” in playing the piano. B．To introduce a study on playing styles of musicians. C．To compare the skill levels of jazz and classical pianists. D．To argue who are smarter between musicians of two fields. 34．What do classical pianists pay more attention to in their performances? A．The fingers they use. B．The patterns they perform. C．The notes they play. D．The atmosphere they create. 35．What does paragraph 4 focus on? A．Major findings of the research. B．Explanation of research methods. C．Supporting evidence for the research results. D．Future application of the research findings. 36．Why are jazz players thought to be more flexible? A．They care more about playing technique. B．They are better at correcting musical mistakes. C．They are more ready for the change while playing. D．They are likely to add personal expression to the music. Passage 10 （2023-2024学年高一下·广东广州·期末）“Woman reading book, under a night sky, dreamy atmosphere,” I type into Deep Dream Generator’s Text 2 Dream feature. In less than a minute, an image is returned to me showing what I’ve described. Welcome to the world of AI image generation, where you can create what on the surface looks like top-rank artwork using just a few text prompts (提示). But closer examination shows oddities. The face of the woman in my image has very odd features, and appears to be holding multiple books. And, while there’s an initial thrill at seeing an image appear, there’s no creative satisfaction. AI image generation could influence everything from film to graphic novels and more. Children’s illustrators were quick to raise concerns about the technology. They say AI-generated art is the exact opposite of what art is believed to be. Fundamentally, art is all about translating something that you feel internally into something that exists externally. Whatever form it takes, true art is about the creative process much more than it’s about the final piece. And simply pressing a button to generate an image is not a creative process. Beyond creativity, there are deeper issues. To create images from prompts, AI generators rely on databases of already existing art and text. This could lead to the creation of images that are intentionally meant to imitate (模仿) the style of other artists, without their agreement. There is an argument that AI generators work no differently to humans when it comes to being influenced by others’ work. However, a human artist is also adding emotion and slight difference into the mix. AI doesn’t do the same—it can only copy. The increasing use of AI will also lead to a devaluing of the work of artists. There’s already a negative prejudice towards the creative industry. People will begin to think that their “work” is as excellent as that created by someone who has spent a career making art. It’s nonsense, of course. You can use your mobile phone to take a nice picture of your daughter, but you are no match for professionals. 37．What does the writer think of his image creation? A．Exciting. B．Concerned. C．Unsatisfying. D．Shocking. 38．What do children’s illustrators value most about art? A．The final art work. B．External expressions in art. C．The opposite of reality. D．The journey to creation. 39．What is paragraph 4 of the text mainly about? A．The ethical concerns in AI art imitation. B．Human artists’ influence on AI generators. C．The superiority of human artworks. D．The over-reliance of human on technology. 40．Which of the following best summarizes the last paragraph? A．Art is the mirror of life. B．Rome is not built in a day. C．No man can do two things at once. D．Don’t judge a book by its cover. Passage 11 （2023-2024学年高一下·河北唐山·期末）Storytelling is an important way that people pass down knowledge and culture. Stories can be passed along in many ways, including speaking, writing, and movement. Hula is a type of dance, and it is also a form of storytelling. It has been a part of Hawaiian storytelling traditions for generations. Many years ago, Hawaiians did not have a written language. To pass down knowledge, they shared chants (吟唱) that told stories of important events. They danced hula to these chants. Through hula, Hawaiians recorded Hawaiian history. There are two main types of hula. Ancient hula, or hula kahiko, is the oldest form of the dance. Hula kahiko often celebrates Hawaiian gods or chiefs. It also tells stories about important Hawaiian figures in history. Its beat is slow and the movements are graceful. Musicians keep that beat for the dancers with bamboo sticks and drums. A modern form of hula, hula auana, is danced to songs and, often, faster beat. Musicians play the ukulele and guitar in this type of hula. Unlike hula kahiko, hula auana is not performed as a part of a religious ceremony. It's often more relaxed but it also carries significant cultural and education values. Both types of hula are popular in Hawaii today. Masters train students at hula schools, asking them to draw inspiration from nature. In hula, each movement has a meaning, much like words in a story. Hula dancers use their hands, feet, and hips to tell these stories. One basic hula step is called the kaholo. To perform this step, dancers lower their knees deeply. They move their hips from side to side to the beat. This move can represent a person going on a journey. Other hula steps express nature or weather. For example, in one step, a dancer lifts their hands up, and then they move their fingers as they bring their hands down. This movement represents rain. Through various movements, hula dancers can communicate meanings and share important stories with their community. 41．Why did Hawaiians create hula? A．To inspire young generations. B．To record their past. C．To improve their language. D．To have fun. 42．Which is different between the two types of hula? A．Music. B．Popularity. C．Educational role. D．Use of nature. 43．What can be inferred from the last paragraph? A．Hula communicates well. B．Hula needs more movements. C．Hula movements are easy. D．Hula can express any natural phenomenon. 44．What is the text mainly about? A．How to dance hula. B．Hawaiian way of storytelling. C．Where hula began. D．Modern Hawaiian celebration Passage 12 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏常州·期末）It is thought that music can benefit kids’ growth. Techniques for integrating (融入) music into math lessons range from clapping to pieces with different rhythms when learning numbers and fractions, to using math to design music al instruments. Previous research has shown that children who are better at music also do better at math. But whether teaching music to youngsters actually improves their math test scores has been less clear. To find out more, Turkish researcher Dr Ayea Akin, carried out a study. She first reviewed the results of 55 studies from around the world, involving almost 78,000young people from kindergarteners to university students. Then she classified the types of musical intervention in education: standardized music interventions (typical music lessons, in which children sing and listen to, and compose music), instrumental musical interventions (lessons in which children learn how to play instruments, either individually or as part of a band) and music-math integrated interventions, in which music is integrated into math lessons. Finally, she compared students’ math test results before and after taking part in the interventions. The result shows that the use of music, whether in separate lessons or as part of math classes, was connected with greater improvement in math over time. To be more specific, both subjects require abstract (抽象的) thought and quantitative reasoning. For example, geometry and music have much in common, such as the use of symmetry (对称). Arithmetic may lend itself particularly well to being taught through music because central concepts, such as fractions and ratios (比例), are also important to music. Integrated lessons are especially effective because they are more enjoyable than traditional math lessons and students can feel less nervous about math. Dr Taylor Francis, an expert in education, said, “The study can give teachers a real insight into both math and music education. However, the study can be more thorough. It should include more factors such as students’ gender (性别), socio-economic status and the length of musical instruction in the study.” 45．What may be the topic of Dr Ayca Akin’s study? A．How music can be integrated into math education. B．How math influences the design of musical instruments. C．How music education can benefit children at an early stage. D．How music influences students' academic performance in math. 46．What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about? A．The forms of major music lessons. B．The significance of music lessons. C．The process of Dr Ayca Akin’s study. D．The differences of musical interventions. 47．Why are integrated lessons especially effective? A．They can ease students’ anxiety about math. B．They can teach integrating math to students. C．They can make abstract ideas easy to understand. D．They can make students connect music to geometry. 48．What is Dr Taylor Francis’ attitude towards the study? A．Positive. B．Negative. C．Objective. D．Unclear. Passage 13 （2023-2024学年高一下·江苏常州·期末）Playing music requires fine motor skills, which are controlled in both hemispheres (大脑半球) of the brain. It also combines language and mathematics, which the left hemisphere is more involved in, with the novel and creative content that the right does well in. For these reasons, playing music has been found to increase the volume and activity in the brain’s corpus callosum (胼胝体), the bridge between the two hemispheres, allowing messages to get across the brain faster and through more different ways. This may allow musicians to solve problems more effectively and creatively, in both academic and social settings. Because making music also involves creating and understanding its emotional content and message, musicians often have higher levels of decision-making function, a category of interlinked tasks that includes planning, strategizing, and attention to detail and requires immediate analysis of both cognitive (认知的) and emotional aspects. This ability also has an impact on how our memory systems work. And, indeed, musicians exhibit better memory functions, creating, storing, and retrieving memories more quickly and efficiently. Studies have found that musicians appear to use their highly connected brains to give each memory multiple tags (标签), such as a conceptual tag, an emotional tag, an audio tag, and a contextual tag, like a good Internet search engine. How do we know that all these benefits are unique to music, as opposed to, say, sports or painting? Or could it be that people who go into music were already smarter to begin with? Neuroscientists have explored these issues, but so far, they have found that the artistic and aesthetic aspects of learning to play a musical instrument are different from any other activity studied, including other arts. And several randomized (随机的) studies of participants, who showed the same levels of cognitive function and neural processing at the start, found mat those who were exposed to a period of music learning showed improvement in multiple brain areas, compared to the others. 49．Which of the following could be the best title for the passage? A．The Connection Between Music and Brain Activity. B．The Secret of Musicians’ Success. C．How Music Changes Our Lives. D．The Impact of Music on Motor Skills. 50．What does playing music increase in the brain? A．The size of the left hemisphere. B．The size of the right hemisphere. C．The volume and activity in the brain’s corpus callosum. D．The number of neural connections in the front part of brain. 51．What have neuroscientists found about-the benefits of playing music? A．They are not unique. B．They are the same as those of sports. C．They are the same as those of painting. D．They are different from any other activity studied. 52．What did the randomized studies find about those exposed to music learning? A．They had worse cognitive function. B．They showed no improvement in brain areas. C．They showed improvement in duty brain area. D．They showed improvement in multiple brain areas. Passage 13 （2023-2024学年高一下·福建厦门·期末）We all remember that first cry at the movies. Whether they are tears of joy or sadness, it’s quite astonishing that human emotion can be controlled by moving images on a screen. In fact, it all comes from a plan. But what about those heart-breaking stories… for kids? They seem not to sugarcoat the realities of the world. Actually, many great kids’ movies loaded with tragedy (悲剧) are purposefully meant to stir up kids’ strong feelings. According to Aristotle, tragedy aids us in facing life’s unsolvable issues through sensible thought. Therefore, the existence of tragedy in kids’ movies is to teach kids to handle, to understand and to heal (治愈). The hardest lesson for a child is how to deal with loss, especially if it’s sudden. The cartoon classic The Lion King tells the story of Simba, who experiences the loss of his father. Kids see themselves in Simba’s character. He has dreams. He has a desire to grow and be a part of a bigger world. But it is really heartbreaking to see the loss. Why is a film like this so beloved when it makes kids cry? The lesson it teaches is to overcome hardships and to move forward. Hakuna Matata! Yes, the phrase from The Lion King is to teach kids it’s okay to move on from tragic loss and not to let it define you. It’s an important lesson we learned at a very young age. Sadness should not be ignored. It’s important to feel sad, and that is why these films are so great. In Dumbo, Charlotte’s Web and Bridge to Terabithia, we lose our beloved characters. This quite upsets kids, but it teaches them to accept sadness and makes something new out of it. So, what is the message behind a sad kids’ movie? It’s meant to teach the audience, especially children, to gain their independence and how to free themselves from tragedy. It’s like a cushion (缓冲垫) that separates stories from reality. It helps children deal with sad feelings when they come for real, or at least find relief by saying Hakuna Matata. 53．Why does the author mention “first cry” in paragraph 1? A．To promote a movie. B．To explain the reason. C．To support an argument. D．To introduce the topic. 54．What does the underlined phrase “Hakun a Matata” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Defining sadness as a treatment. B．Challenging oneself with tragic losses. C．Seeking knowledge to enrich life. D．Heading forward without being trapped. 55．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Sad kids’ movies help children to escape from reality. B．Sad kids’ movies prepare children for life struggles. C．Children can learn to ignore sadness in tragedy. D．Children can find a way to hide sad feelings. 56．What is the best title for the text? A．Why Are Great Kids’ Movies So Sad? B．What Is the Power of Great Kids’ Movies? C．Life’s Hardest Lesson: How Movies Inspire Us? D．Moving Beyond Reality: What Kids’ Movies Teach Us? Passage 15 （2023-2024学年高一下·山东济南·期末）Researches show that 43,000 years ago our ancestors were making music, The fact that music has been with us for so long explains why it affects us both mentally and physically. Tears can uncontrollably well up even in the most hardened eyes when Bruce Springsteen sings The River. It’s hard not to nod your head with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts’I Love Rock 'N’ Roll. And you might not be human if you don’t feel an urge to dance while listening to Taylor Swift’s Shake It Off. We have evolved (进化) to feel music. There’s plentiful evidence that humans really feel music, but are the feelings universal? If humans from different cultures listen to the same songs, will they respond in the same way? That’s what a team of Chinese and Finnish researchers wanted to find out. In a recent experiment, they presented nearly 2,000 participants from the United Kingdom the United States, and China with different songs and asked them to describe where they felt the music in their bodies, For this, the researchers gave each subject blank outlines of a human and asked them to color the regions where they felt changing activity in their bodies. The researchers found that all the participants responded to the songs in nearly the same way. “Across both cultures, happy and danceable songs activated the arms, legs, and the head, In contrast, sad, gentle, and scary songs activated mainly the chest and head regions,” the researchers described.“The results suggest similar bodily feelings of musical emotions across distant cultures.”Furthermore, the results show that humans feel music in the same way regardless of language and familiarity. Participants from one culture were not very familiar with others’songs. Instead, their bodies were responding to specific acoustic (听觉的) clues. However, the team note that their experiment only analyzed two cultures, meaning it’s possible that people living in a faraway part of the world would react to music very differently, which will be the highlight of their further study. 57．What do the songs mentioned in Paragraph l feature? A．Danceable beats. B．Traditional styles. C．Emotional impact. D．Confusing content. 58．What do the Chinese and Finnish researchers aim to do? A．Understand the history of music. B．Explore people’s feeling for music. C．Compare cultural differences in songs. D．Study songs’ effect on physical health. 59．What can we learn from Paragraph 4? A．All types of music activate the legs B．Humans respond similarly to music. C．Familiar songs inspire more feelings. D．People learn language through music. 60．What will the team do in the future? A．Create new music types. B．Observe human behavior. C．Put the discoveries to use. D．Expand the participant range. Passage 16 （2023-2024学年高一下·河南郑州·期末）Born in the post-90s, Zhang Jingyi says that Yang Liwei and the Shenzhou V spacecraft are valuable childhood memories for many of her generation. “This milestone in China’s space industry sparked an aerospace dream in the hearts of many children back then,” she said. Although Zhang doesn’t fly into space herself, she uses her cameras to document the progress of China’s space exploration. Zhang once traveled to Jiuquan, Gansu Province, to photograph a rocket launch on New Year’s Day. She braved the cold, dark night for hours to get the perfect shot. “For me, it was really just for fun,” Zhang said. “But after I posted the photo on my WeChat Moments page, a friend of my husband’s, who was actually in charge of the rocket launch project, became very excited. It was meaningful for them to see the achievements of years of hard work.” That’s when Zhang realized there are countless unsung heroes spending nights and days away from their families, just to ensure that China’s rockets can fly into space. “I saw the significance of showing my pictures to the public: to make people aware of the great efforts they have made,” she said. From 2021 to 2022, Zhang photographed the launches of rockets for the in-orbit construction of the Tiangong space station. Currently, there are only two active space stations orbiting Earth: the International Space Station and Tiangong. “If you look back to 1970, we were just launching our first man-made satellite, while the US already sent humans to the moon in 1969. Now, more than 50 years later, we have built Tiangong, one of the only two space stations in the world,” Zhang reflected. “How cool that is!” 61．What drove Zhang to photograph China’s space exploration? A．Her love for photography. B．Her interest in spacecraft. C．Her memories about Shenzhou V. D．Her dream of flying into space. 62．What does the underlined word “unsung” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A．Unknown. B．Unexpected. C．Unfamiliar. D．Uncovered. 63．What did the experience of photographing a rocket launch at Jiuquan bring to Zhang? A．She succeeded in catching the perfect shot. B．She enjoyed great fun and made lots of friends. C．She collected photos for her WeChat Moments. D．She got a new understanding of her work. 64．What can we infer from Zhang’s words in the last paragraph? A．China’s space exploration is facing great challenges. B．The US’s space exploration is the best in the world. C．China’s space exploration is developing rapidly. D．China will send humans to the moon in the near future. Passage 17 （2023-2024学年高一下·湖北·期末）How much we enjoy music may partly come down to our genetic (基因的) make-up, according to a study of thousands of twins. The pleasure people get from a tune is connected to its effects on our emotional responses and ability to form social connections. The degree of enjoyment differs from person to person, but little is known about why. To investigate the role of genetics, Bignardi, a sycholinguistic expert and his colleagues looked at more than 9000 twins in the research. About 3400 were identical (相同的) and 5600 non-identical. The former share the same genome (基因组), while non-identical twins share only half their genomes, as is the case with any non-twin biological siblings. All the twins in the study, between 37 and 64 years, were raised in the same households and so had similar environments while growing up. This made it easier to sort out genetic contributions. The researchers first got the twins to complete the Barcelona Music Reward Questionnaire, which focuses on how much pleasure they get from music. The team then analysed the relative contributions of genetics and environment to musical enjoyment among the twins. This showed that genetics seems to play a great role in influencing how much pleasure music brings, with the identical twins being more than twice as similar in this characteristic as the non-identical ones. Bignardi and his team also tested the participants’ abilities to pick up between different melodies, rhythms and tones, with previous research linking genetics to musical ability. They found that the influence genetics has on enjoying music isn’t necessarily linked to musical talent. The study is inspiring, says Peter at the University of Cambridge. “It’s evident that musical ability might have a genetic basis; it accounts for why some people seem to possess a gift for music that enables them to develop amazing skills from a young age.” However, it is less obvious that the degree of pleasure from listening to music is influenced by genes, so it is interesting the study finds this effect, he says. The results add a new piece to the puzzle of why music has such a powerful effect on certain people and open up new possibilities for using inter-individual differences to understand the biology of a key aspect of human behavior, as the research shows. 65．Why are twins raised from the same environment chosen in the research? A．To figure out the contributions of genetics. B．To show the bond of gene and environment. C．To analyze genetic effect in musical abilities. D．To introduce the background of the research. 66．What was the main purpose of the study of thousands of twins? A．To assess the twins’ musical abilities. B．To test the Barcelona Music Reward Questionnaire. C．To understand the influence of genetics on musical pleasure. D．To compare identical and non-identical twins’ environments. 67．What’s Peter’s attitude to the research? A．Negative. B．Positive. C．Doubtful D．Worried. 68．Which aspect of the research can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Its applications. B．Its conclusions. C．Its limitations. D．Its importance. 试卷第1页，共3页 1 / 41 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$