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中考英语热点材料阅读理解和阅读表达试题专项训练 材料一 Dolphins are well known for their intelligence, including their ability to communicate with one another by making clicks and whistles. This has inspired a group of scientists to use artificial intelligence (AI, where a computer imitates human learning) to better understand how dolphins communicate. They are now trying to "talk" with dolphins in the ocean. The AI is using data gathered by the Wild Dolphin Project (WDP). The project’s scientists have studied Atlantic spotted dolphins since 1985, including observing the sounds the dolphins make underwater. They have found that certain sounds are associated with specific behaviors. For instance, dolphins often "squeak" during fights and "buzz" when they are courting another dolphin. Now that data is being put to new use by engineers at Google, who have developed an AI model called DolphinGamma. By inputting the WDP’s sound data, they have trained the AI model to identify common patterns and sequences, including some that humans might overlook. Eventually, scientists hope that DolphinGamma will be able to predict what sounds a dolphin may produce, just as a person might try to. In addition to creating DolphinGamma, the team has worked with scientists at the Georgia Institute of Technology to develop the Cetacean Hearing Automation Technology (CHAT) system. This system "talks" to dolphins by playing new, dolphin - like whistle sounds through an underwater speaker. The researchers are encouraging dolphins to associate each new whistle with a specific object or a scent they enjoy, like the taste of seaweed or a toy scarf, and "speak" back by mimicking those whistles to request these items. DolphinGamma will help the CHAT system recognize when the dolphins are mimicking the new sounds so researchers can give the animals the correct items. Google plans to publicly release their DolphinGamma technology so other researchers can use it to study species such as porpoises. Meanwhile, outside this project, teams of scientists are also working on using AI to study how cetaceans (whale - like mammals) use sounds. 阅读理解题 1.What writing technique is used for the explanation of AI in the first paragraph? A. Giving a definition. B. Making a comparison. C. Providing an example. D. Using a metaphor. 2.The function of “For instance” in the second paragraph is to . A. Prove dolphins’ intelligence. B. Explain dolphins’ communication methods. C. Illustrate sound - behavior associations. D. Show the complexity of dolphin sounds. 3.How does the author introduce DolphinGamma? A. Describing its development process. B. Comparing it with human learning. C. Listing its technical parameters. D. Explaining its potential uses. 4.Why does the passage mention “seaweed or a toy scarf”? A. To show dolphins’ preferences. B. To explain CHAT’s sound - object association. C. To compare different rewards for dolphins. D. To criticize the experiment’s simplicity. 5.Which best describes the passage’s structure? A. Problem - solution: Addressing dolphin communication mysteries. B. Cause - effect: Dolphin communication inspires AI research. C. Chronological: Tracing the history of dolphin research. D. Classification: Introducing different AI technologies. 6.What does “including some that humans might overlook” imply? A. Humans lack intelligence in pattern recognition. B. AI excels at analyzing complex data. C. Dolphins hide sound patterns from humans. D. WDP’s data is difficult to interpret. 7.The description of CHAT using “talks” is an example of . A. Defining by function. B. Comparing with DolphinGamma. C. Narrating invention stories. D. Personification. 8.The purpose of mentioning porpoises in the last paragraph is to . A. Show DolphinGamma’s wide application potential. B. Criticize the narrow focus on dolphins. C. Compare porpoises and dolphins. D. Explain porpoises’ research value. 9.The relationship between dolphins’ sounds and behaviors reflects . A. Inductive reasoning (observing to conclude). B. Deductive reasoning (theory to practice). C. Circular reasoning. D. Analogical reasoning (comparing to other animals). 10.What is the author’s main purpose? A. Persuading support for AI - dolphin research. B. Informing about AI - assisted dolphin communication research. C. Entertaining with dolphin intelligence stories. D. Criticizing traditional dolphin research methods. 阅读表达题 1. How do dolphins communicate, and what inspired scientists to study their communication with AI? 2. What are DolphinGamma and CHAT? How do they cooperate? 3. Why does Google plan to release DolphinGamma publicly? 4. Do you think AI - assisted research on animal communication is valuable? Why or why not? (开放性) 5. If you could use AI to study one aspect of animal behavior, what would it be and why? (开放性) 材料二 For more than 10 years, Katy Canales has helped many people as some of England’s most prestigious museums. Now she has applied her expertise to her debut children’s book, Get Dressed! A Historical Guessing Game of Fashion, as part of a 20th - anniversary celebration of the Phaidon Press imprint. Canales began her career working in communications for charity organizations before following her passion for museums. After earning a master’s degree in museum studies, she became an assistant curator (person who selects and presents art) at Young V&A, a museum in London focused on childhood history. “They have an incredible historic clothing collection, and I jumped at the chance to be in charge of it,” Canales told The Week Junior. She is now a curator for the countryside estate of Beatrix Potter, the beloved British author and illustrator of The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Get Dressed is an interactive, fun way for kids to explore fashion history. Through a reader - explore - game format, gamers explore 10 fascinating periods, from ancient Greece at the time of the first Olympics to 1920s China. The book features interesting facts such as why the lint in 15th - century South America came from threads thrown by US textile workers or how US workers wove hopes of their jobs in the 1920s. Canales hopes the book sparks a deeper appreciation for fashion’s role in shaping cultural history. “The beauty of clothing is that it’s woven with stories,” she said. “Even someone who lived 2,000 years ago, they’d be someone relatable.” 阅读理解题 1.Why does the author mention Katy Canales’ work experience in museums? A. To show her qualification for writing the book. B. To compare different museum jobs. C. To criticize the charity organization work. D. To explain her preference for history. 2.The phrase “jumped at the chance” in paragraph 2 implies that Canales . A. Was hesitant about the job. B. Took the opportunity eagerly. C. Had to compete for the role. D. Regretted accepting the task. 3.How does the author introduce the content of Get Dressed? A. By listing all 10 historical periods. B. By describing the book’s interactive format. C. By comparing it with other children’s books. D. By emphasizing its educational value. 4.The example of “lint in 15th - century South America” is used to . A. Prove the book’s focus on global fashion. B. Show the complexity of historical research. C. Illustrate interesting facts in the book. D. Explain the origin of South American textiles. 5.What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A. The importance of fashion in cultural heritage. B. The relatability of ancient people through clothing. C. The beauty of historical clothing designs. D. The need for more fashion - related books. 6.The author’s writing style in introducing Canales’ career is . A. Narrative and chronological. B. Argumentative and persuasive. C. Descriptive and evaluative. D. Expository and informative. 7.Why does the passage mention Beatrix Potter’s estate? A. To show Canales’ diverse curatorial work. B. To compare Potter’s work with Canales’ book. C. To highlight the estate’s historical significance. D. To explain the inspiration for the book. 8.The term “reader - explore - game format” is defined by . A. Comparing it to traditional books. B. Explaining how readers interact with the book. C. Listing its game rules in detail. D. Describing the book’s physical features. 9.What can be inferred about Katy Canales from the passage? A. She prefers working in museums to writing books. B. Her book aims to make fashion history accessible to kids. C. She specializes in 20th - century fashion history. D. Her museum work focuses only on clothing. 10.The overall structure of the passage is . A. Problem - solution: Addressing kids’ lack of fashion knowledge. B. Cause - effect: Canales’ career leads to book creation. C. Chronological: Tracing Canales’ life from childhood. D. Comparison: Contrasting museum work and book writing. 阅读表达题 1. What qualifications and experiences make Katy Canales suitable for writing Get Dressed? 2. How does Get Dressed help kids explore fashion history? 3. What is the “beauty of clothing” according to Katy Canales? 4. Do you think interactive books like Get Dressed are effective for children’s learning? Why or why not? (开放性) 5. If you were to create a historical guessing game book, what theme would you choose and why? (开放性) 材料三 In a recent YouGov survey, 40% of people said texting is their preferred method of communication with loved ones, while 29% said they prefer staying in touch by phone call. In particular, young people between the ages of 18 and 24 prefer text, not call. Many people say texting is quick and efficient. It helps them stay in touch even when they’re busy, and a simple text can make someone’s day. But others say that even though we’re saving time, we’re losing something more important: like real conversation. They think inputting a few words will never measure up to talking. What do you think? Is texting better than calling? YES—It’s still meaningful Who has time to get on the phone and chat about their day? Even when we’re super busy, texting allows us to stay in touch with family and friends and let them know we’re thinking about them. Plus, texts can be sent without the recipient worrying that they might be in the middle of something else—they can read and respond when they’re free. And with texting, you can send a simple emoji, picture, or meme that says so much more than words can sometimes. You can laugh, or replay happy memories—you don’t have to do it on the phone. NO—So much gets lost It’s too hard to have a real conversation by text when you can’t hear the other person’s voice or tone. In texting, you can’t really tell if someone is joking, smiling, or upset, which can lead to major misunderstandings on both sides. Plus, it’s impersonal. Both the texter and the person being texted could be doing other things at the same time and not really paying attention to each other. That doesn’t build connections, and it doesn’t happen when you’re talking face to face. Besides, not everything needs to be put in writing; some information or news is better shared verbally, especially if it’s sensitive or private. YES: Three reasons texting is better than calling Everyone is busy these days, and it’s too hard to find time to talk. It’s easier and more convenient to text. You don’t have to worry about the other person being available, and they don’t have to respond immediately. You can share links, pictures, memes, and emojis by text but not on a phone call. NO: Three reasons texting is not better than calling Having a conversation or resolving a problem is difficult over text, as you can’t always tell what someone means. It’s impersonal. It’s easy to avoid truly paying attention when you’re texting. Not everything belongs in a text message—some things are better shared on the phone. LAST WEEK’S POLL Last week, we asked if it’s OK for kids to order lunch in school. Or do you favor food deliveries? 57% said yes, while 43% said no. 阅读理解题 1.Why does the author mention the YouGov survey at the beginning? A. To prove young people dislike phone calls. B. To introduce the debate between texting and calling. C. To compare communication methods across ages. D. To criticize the inefficiency of phone calls. 2.The advantage of texting described as “texts can be sent without the recipient worrying...” reflects . A. Flexibility in timing. B. Higher efficiency. C. Richer content types. D. Stronger emotional expression. 3.According to the “NO” side, why do text messages cause misunderstandings? A. Texts lack enough words to explain. B. People often send messages by mistake. C. The tone of voice can’t be heard. D. Recipients usually reply too slowly. 4.The structure of presenting “YES” and “NO” arguments is an example of . A. Cause - effect analysis. B. Comparative argumentation. C. Classification of ideas. D. Narrative storytelling. 5.What can be inferred about the author’s attitude toward texting and calling? A. The author prefers texting for convenience. B. The author believes calling is more sincere. C. The author remains neutral, showing both sides. D. The author thinks neither method is perfect. 6.The sentence “You can send a simple emoji... more than words can sometimes” uses . A. Contrast to highlight emojis’ power. B. Example to illustrate texting’s fun. C. Metaphor to compare emojis and words. D. Emphasis to stress non - verbal communication. 7.The word “impersonal” in the “NO” section most closely means . A. Not urgent. B. Not private. C. Not engaging. D. Not personal. 8.How are the three reasons in the “YES” section organized? A. From most to least important. B. In a parallel (equal) structure. C. In chronological order. D. As a chain of causes and effects. 9.The mention of last week’s poll about school lunch orders serves to . A. Show the popularity of food deliveries. B. Compare different survey topics. C. Indicate the survey - based writing style. D. Distract readers from the main topic. 10.Which disadvantage of texting is NOT mentioned in the “NO” section? A. Difficulty in understanding true meanings. B. Lack of focused attention. C. Unsuitability for sensitive information. D. Longer time consumption. 阅读表达题 1. What are the three advantages of texting according to the “YES” side? 2. What problems does the “NO” side point out about texting? 3. How does the author structure the argument about texting vs. calling? 4. Do you prefer texting or calling when communicating with others? Explain your reason. (开放性) 5. Besides the points in the passage, what other pros or cons do you think texting and calling have? (开放性) 材料一参考答案 阅读理解: 1-5 ACABB 6-10BDAAB 阅读表达: 1.Dolphins communicate by making clicks and whistles. Their intelligence and unique communication ability inspired scientists to use AI for deeper understanding. 2.DolphinGamma is an AI model trained with WDP’s sound data to identify patterns. CHAT is a system that plays dolphin - like whistles to interact with dolphins. They cooperate: DolphinGamma helps CHAT recognize dolphins’ mimicry of new sounds. 3.To enable other researchers to study other cetacean species (e.g., porpoises) and promote broader research on cetacean sound use. 4.Example 1: Yes. AI can process massive data and detect subtle patterns, helping us unlock animal communication secrets and protect them. Example 2: No. AI might oversimplify complex animal behaviors; direct observation in nature could offer more holistic insights. (Reasonable explanations are acceptable.) 5.Example: I’d study bee dances’ role in food - source communication. AI could analyze dance patterns and their correlation with food location, revealing how bees share information. (Creative and logical ideas are acceptable.) 材料二参考答案 阅读理解: 1-5: ABBCA 6-10:DABBB 阅读表达: 1.Katy Canales has over 10 years of experience in prestigious museums, a master’s degree in museum studies, and worked as a curator (e.g., at Young V&A and Beatrix Potter’s estate), especially with historic clothing collections. These qualify her to write about fashion history. 2.Through a reader - explore - game format, it covers 10 historical periods and presents interesting facts, making learning interactive and fun. 3.The beauty of clothing is that it’s “woven with stories,” connecting people across time (e.g., even ancient people become relatable through their clothing). 4.Example 1: Yes. Interactive formats engage kids actively, making learning more memorable and enjoyable. Example 2: No. Some kids might prefer traditional stories; the game format could feel like a task. (Reasonable explanations accepted.) 5.Example: I’d choose “Ancient Inventions: A Guessing Game” to explore how past innovations shaped modern life, as it combines history and science in an interactive way. (Creative, logical themes accepted.) 材料三参考答案 阅读理解: 1-5:BACBC 6-10: DDBCD 阅读表达: 1.① It’s easier and more convenient when people are busy. ② It offers flexibility—people don’t need to respond immediately. ③ It allows sharing of links, pictures, memes, and emojis. 2.① Difficult to have real conversations or resolve problems (due to unclear meanings). ② It’s impersonal and easy to be distracted. ③ Not suitable for sharing sensitive/private information. 3.The author uses a comparative structure, presenting “YES” and “NO” arguments side by side, each with three supporting reasons. 4.Example 1: I prefer texting because it’s quick and I can reply when I’m free. Example 2: I like calling better because I can hear the other person’s tone and feel more connected. (Reasonable explanations accepted.) 5.Example pros/cons: Texting—pro: can edit messages before sending; con: over - reliance may reduce face - to - face skills. Calling—pro: can clear misunderstandings immediately; con: requires both sides to be available. (Creative, logical points accepted.) 学科网(北京)股份有限公司 $$