专题07 期末复习之阅读理解16篇（必修三，选修一单元话题）-2024-2025学年高一英语下学期期末复习查缺补漏冲刺满分（译林版2020）

期末复习之阅读理解16篇 （必修三，选修一单元话题) 必修三Unit 1 Nature in the Balance单元话题：人与自然 Unit 2 Natural Disasters单元话题：自然灾害 Unit 3 The world Online单元话题：信息技术 Unit 4 Scientists Who Changed the World单元话题：科学家 选修一Unit 1 Food Matters单元话题：饮食 Unit 2 The Universal Language单元话题：音乐 Unit 3 The Art of Painting单元话题：旅游观光与绘画 Unit 4 Exploring Poetry单元话题：诗歌 按照单元顺序，从上到下依次对应两篇单元话题习题训练 Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of British Columbia have discovered a new carnivorous (食肉的) plant in Western North America. Triantha occidentalis makes its home in wetlands from Alaska to California. In the summer, its tall flower stems appear, which are coated with sticky hairs that trap small insects. The scientists discovered that the plant acquires more than half of its nitrogen (氮) by digesting these trapped insects, a welcome treat in its nutrient-poor home. This is the 12th known independent evolution of carnivory in the plant kingdom, and the first time the feature has been discovered in the order Al-ismatales, a group of largely flowering plants growing in water. “What’s particularly unique about this plant is that it traps insects near its insect-pollinated (虫媒传粉的) flowers,” says lead author Qianshi Lin. “On the surface, this seems like a conflict between carnivory and pollination because you don’t want to kill the insects that are helping you reproduce.” However, the plant appears to be capable of sorting out friends from food. “We believe that the plant is able to do this because its hairs are not very sticky, and can only catch small insects so that the much larger and stronger bees and butterflies that act as its pollinators are not caught,” says Tom Givnish, a UW-Madison professor. With the help of models Givnish developed, the researchers calculated that the plant acquired up to 64% of its nitrogen from insects, similar to known carnivorous plants. Lin also found that Triantha occidentalis belongs to the group of carnivorous plants that can produce a special chemical substance. As a result, it doesn’t rely on microbes to digest insects in pools of water before the plant can take in the leftovers. The fact that Triantha occidentalis’ carnivorous lifestyle escaped people’s notice for so long despite the plant’s large number and its growth near large cities suggests that more such plants are waiting to be discovered off the beaten path. 1．What is the key feature of Triantha occidentalis? A．Its leaves can catch small insects. B．Its flowers have medicinal value. C．It feeds on insects for its specific need. D．It can adapt to various climatic conditions. 2．What can be inferred from Tom Givnish’s words about the plant? A．It’s capable of self-pollinating. B．It won’t hurt larger insects acting as its pollinators. C．It can’t distinguish its pollinators from other insects. D．It causes a conflict between carnivory and pollination. 3．What’s implied about Triantha occidentalis in Paragraph 5? A．It has trouble taking in nitrogen. B．It has the ability to directly digest its food. C．It’s different from other carnivorous plants. D．It’s heavily dependent on microbes for its growth. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．Mystery in the plant kingdom. B．The living environment of carnivorous plants. C．Some ways carnivorous plants use to catch insects. D．Basic facts about a newly discovered carnivorous plant. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了研究人员在北美西部发现了一种新的食肉植物Triantha occidentalis，介绍了其特点、捕食方式以及与授粉昆虫的关系等相关情况。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“The scientists discovered that the plant acquires more than half of its nitrogen (氮) by digesting these trapped insects, a welcome treat in its nutrient - poor home.(科学家们发现，这种植物通过消化这些捕获的昆虫获得了一半以上的氮，在其营养贫瘠的栖息地，这是一种受欢迎的补充方式)” 可知，Triantha occidentalis 为了特定的营养需求以昆虫为食。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第四段““We believe that the plant is able to do this because its hairs are not very sticky, and can only catch small insects so that the much larger and stronger bees and butterflies that act as its pollinators are not caught,” says Tom Givnish(Tom Givnish 说：“我们认为这种植物能够做到这一点，是因为它的绒毛不是很粘，只能捕捉小昆虫，这样作为其传粉者的大得多且更强壮的蜜蜂和蝴蝶就不会被捕捉到。”)” 可推知，Triantha occidentalis不会伤害作为其传粉者的较大昆虫。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第五段“Lin also found that Triantha occidentalis belongs to the group of carnivorous plants that can produce a special chemical substance. As a result, it doesn’t rely on microbes to digest insects in pools of water before the plant can take in the leftovers.(林还发现，Triantha occidentalis属于一类能够产生一种特殊化学物质的食肉植物。因此，它无需依赖微生物在水中将昆虫消化后，自己再吸收残余物)” 可知，Triantha occidentalis有直接消化食物的能力。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Researchers at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and the University of British Columbia have discovered a new carnivorous (食肉的) plant in Western North America.(威斯康星大学麦迪逊分校和英属哥伦比亚大学的研究人员在北美西部发现了一种新的食肉植物)” 以及后文对这种植物特点、捕食方式、消化方式等方面的介绍可知，文章主要讲的是关于一种新发现的食肉植物的基本事实。故选D。 As a result of pollution, Lake Erie, on the borders of the USA and Canada, is now left without any living things. Pollution in water is not simply a matter of “poisons” killing large numbers of fish overnight. Very often the effects of pollution are not noticed for many months or years because the first organisms (生物体) to be affected are either plants or plankton. But these organisms are the food of fish and birds and other creatures. When this food disappears, the fish and birds die too. In this way, a whole food chain can be wiped out, and it’s not until dead fish and water birds are seen at the river’s edge or on the seashore that people realize what is happening. Where do the things which pollute the water come from? There are two main sources-sewage (污水) and industrial waste. As more detergent (洗涤剂) is used in the home, more of it is finally put into our rivers, lakes and seas. Detergents harm water birds, dissolving the natural substances which keep their feathers water-proof. Sewage itself, if not properly treated, makes the water dirty and prevents all forms of life in rivers and the sea from receiving the oxygen they need. Industrial waste is even more harmful as there are many highly poisonous things in it, such as copper and lead. So, if we want to stop this pollution, the answer is simple: Sewage and industrial waste must be made clear before flowing into the water. It may already be too difficult to save some rivers and lakes, but others can still be saved if the correct action is taken at once. 1．Why did people pay little attention to the effects of pollution at first? A．Dealing with the pollution was costly. B．They were busy with making a living. C．The effects were not noticeable to humans. D．They thought the pollution problem easy to solve. 2．What does the underlined phrase “wiped out” in paragraph 2 most probably mean? A．Removed carefully. B．Restored to health. C．Protected from harm. D．Destroyed completely. 3．What does paragraph 3 mainly tell us about the water pollution? A．Its prevention. B．Its sources. C．Its cleanup. D．Its management. 4．What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph? A．Call for action. B．Make a comparison. C．Provide evidence. D．Have a discussion. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文主要讲述了由于污染，位于美国和加拿大边境的伊利湖现在没有任何生物存活，并介绍了水污染的原因、来源以及解决措施。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“Very often the effects of pollution are not noticed for many months or years because the first organisms to be affected are either plants or plankton. But these organisms are the food of fish and birds and other creatures.(污染的影响往往要过好几个月或好几年才会被注意到，因为首先受到影响的生物体要么是植物，要么是浮游生物。但这些生物是鱼类、鸟类和其他生物的食物。)”可知，污染初期影响的是底层生物链，人类不易察觉，所以人们一开始很少关注污染的影响是因为污染的影响对人类来说并不明显。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据第二段“In this way, a whole food chain can be wiped out, and it’s not until dead fish and water birds are seen at the river’s edge or on the seashore that people realize what is happening.(通过这种方式，整个食物链可能会被_____，直到人们在河边或海边看到死鱼和水鸟，人们才意识到发生了什么。)”可知，污染会导致食物链中的生物死亡，进而导致整个食物链被“彻底摧毁”，直到人们看到死鱼和水鸟才意识到问题的严重性，由此可知，wiped out意为“彻底摧毁”。故选D。 3．主旨大意题。根据第三段“Where do the things which pollute the water come from? There are two main sources-sewage and industrial waste.(污染水的东西是从哪里来的？主要有两个来源——污水和工业废料。)”可知，第三段主要告诉我们关于水污染的来源。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“So, if we want to stop this pollution, the answer is simple: Sewage and industrial waste must be made clear before flowing into the water. It may already be too difficult to save some rivers and lakes, but others can still be saved if the correct action is taken at once.(因此，如果我们想阻止这种污染，答案很简单：污水和工业废料在流入水中之前必须被净化。拯救一些河流和湖泊可能已经太困难了，但如果立即采取正确的行动，其他的河流和湖泊仍然可以被拯救。)”可知，作者在最后一段呼吁人们采取行动来阻止水污染，拯救河流和湖泊。故选A。 January 2025 was the hottest January in recorded human history, with global temperatures entering record territory according to Copernicus Climate Change Service and Atmosphere Monitoring Service and ECMWF ERA5 dataset. Climate scientist Zeke Hausfather said that January 2025 was warmer than every January measured by scientists, surpassing the last record set in January 2024 by a sizable margin (幅度). “This means that January 2025 stands out as abnormal even by the standards of the last two years,” Hausfather explains. Scientists expected this January to be cooler than previous Januaries because of the ocean current cycles like El Niño and La Niña. Yet those predictions (预测) did not come to pass. “We don’t have El Niño to kick around anymore,” Yulsman said. “Its impacts actually disappeared months ago. Adding to the puzzle is the fact that we’re in the midst of a La Niña, which typically cools things down.” The year 2024 was the warmest year in modern history, with average global temperatures surpassing 1.5℃ above pre-industrial levels for the first time ever. The Atlantic hurricane (飓风) season was unusually extreme, droughts and wildfires causing widespread suffering. Humans emitted (排放) a record-breaking 37.4 billion tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, though. The total carbon dioxide concentration in the atmosphere has increased from 280 ppm before the Industrial Revolution to 420 ppm as of 2023, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. “This human release of heat-trapping gasses is the primary cause of the increases in extreme weather like flood, drought, heatwaves and generally unusual weather that we are all experiencing,” Dr. Twila Moon, the deputy lead scientist at the National Snow and Ice Data Center, said. “It is well known that reducing these emissions is key to minimizing risk and damage into the future. And how to achieve these reductions is well mapped out with the technology to do it. The pressure is now focused on social, cultural, business and political will.” 1．Why did scientists fail to predict the temperature of January 2025? A．The reference data was limited. B．Ocean current cycles changed sharply. C．La Niña didn’t function as expected. D．The influence of El Niño continued. 2．What do the figures in paragraph 4 mainly show? A．Climate cycles have their own natural phenomena. B．La Niña’s effect is weaker than scientists expected. C．Emissions continue despite worsening climate impacts. D．Global temperatures experience regular ups and downs. 3．What do Dr. Twila Moon’s words suggest in the last paragraph? A．Technology is still the barrier. B．Action falls behind solutions. C．Climate change is unavoidable. D．Governments refuse teamwork. 4．What does the text mainly talk about? A．The record warmth in January 2025 and its causes. B．The global impact of El Niño and La Niña in 2025. C．The technological solutions for reducing carbon emissions. D．The history of climate change research and its key findings. 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要报道了2025年1月成为有记录以来人类历史上最热的1月这一气候事件，并提供了相关的背景信息、科学家的解释以及人类活动对气候变化的影响。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Scientists expected this January to be cooler than previous Januaries because of the ocean current cycles like El Niño and La Niña. Yet those predictions (预测) did not come to pass.(科学家此前预计，由于厄尔尼诺和拉尼娜等洋流循环，今年1月的气温会比往年1月更低，但这些预测并未实现)”以及第三段““We don’t have El Niño to kick around anymore,”Yulsman said.“Its impacts actually disappeared months ago. Adding to the puzzle is the fact that we’re in the midst of a La Niña, which typically cools things down.”(‘我们不再受厄尔尼诺的影响了，’Yulsman说：‘它的影响实际上在几个月前就消失了。更令人困惑的是，我们正处于拉尼娜现象期间，而拉尼娜通常会使气温下降。’)”可知，科学家原本预计2025年1月因拉尼娜现象气温会下降，但实际气温却破纪录升高。Yulsman提到“我们正处于拉尼娜现象期间，而拉尼娜通常会使气温下降”，但这一预期未实现。所以拉尼娜未按预期发挥作用导致预测失败。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据文章第四段“The year 2024 was the warmest year in modern history, with average global temperatures surpassing 1.5℃ above pre-industrial levels for the first time ever. The Atlantic hurricane (飓风) season was unusually extreme, droughts and wildfires causing widespread suffering. Humans emitted (排放) a record-breaking 37.4 billion tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, though. The total carbon dioxide concentration in the atmosphere has increased from 280 ppm before the Industrial Revolution to 20 ppm as of 2023, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.(2024年是现代历史上最热的一年，全球平均气温首次超过工业化前水平1.5℃。大西洋飓风季节异常极端，干旱和野火造成了广泛的灾难。然而，人类向大气中排放了创纪录的374亿吨二氧化碳。美国国家海洋和大气管理局的数据显示，截至2023年，大气中二氧化碳的总浓度已从工业革命前的280ppm（百万分比浓度）升至20ppm。)”可知，第四段列举了2024年全球气温破纪录、极端天气频发（如大西洋飓风、干旱、野火），但同时人类二氧化碳排放量也创下374亿吨的新高，且大气中二氧化碳浓度从工业革命前的280ppm升至20ppm。这些数据形成鲜明对比：气候恶化的同时，温室气体排放仍在持续增加。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Dr. Twila Moon, the deputy lead scientist at the National Snow and Ice Data Center, said. “It is well known that reducing these emissions is key to minimizing risk and damage into the future. And how to achieve these reductions is well mapped out with the technology to do it. The pressure is now focused on social, cultural, business and political will.”(美国国家冰雪数据中心副首席科学家Twila Moon表示：‘众所周知，减少这些排放是未来将风险和损害降至最低的关键。如何实现这些减排目标已有明确的技术路线图，现在的压力集中在社会、文化、商业和政治意愿上。’)”可知，Twila Moon认为如何实现这些减排目标已有明确的技术路线图，现在的压力集中在社会、文化、商业和政治意愿上。这表明，减排的技术方案已明确，但实际行动尚未跟上。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，特别是第一段内容“January 2025 was the hottest January in recorded human history, with global temperatures entering record territory according to Copernicus Climate Change Service and Atmosphere Monitoring Service and ECMWF ERA5 dataset.(2025 年 1 月是人类有记录以来最热的一个1月，根据哥白尼气候变化服务、大气监测服务以及欧洲中期天气预报中心的 ERA5 数据集，全球气温已达到创纪录的水平。)”可知，文章主要讲述了2025年1月创纪录的高温以及产生的诱因。故选A。 Massive flooding in America’s Yellowstone National Park caused widespread damage and resulted in many changes. The recent floodwaters changed the path of a river popular for fishing. It also damaged homes, bridges and roadways. Yellowstone became America’s first national park in 1872. It is known for its natural beauty that includes mountains, rivers and lakes. The forces of fire and ice have shaped the park for thousands of years. It is a place where visitors can get close to different kinds of wildlife. Flooding caused by heavy rains and melting mountain snow did cause a lot of damage. It drove more than 10,000 visitors out of the park. The rain also damaged hundreds of homes in nearby communities. Luckily, no one was reported hurt. However, the park could remain closed for up to one week. Some entrances might not open all summer. The water also washed away camp structures, flooded small towns and cut power to parts of southern Montana and northern Wyoming. The event happened as the park was beginning its busy summer season and received millions of summer visitors. The Yellowstone River was running at a historically high level of 4.9 meters as it flowed past Billings, Montana’s largest city. The city got its water from the river and was forced to close its treatment plant because it couldn’t operate effectively with water levels that high. Billings officials said the city only had a 24-hour supply of water. They were asking people to protect water until the river could drop and the plant could restart operations. “None of us planned a 500-year flood event on the Yellowstone when we designed the equipment,” said Debi Meling, the city’s director of public works. Yellowstone officials said, “The northern half of the park is likely to remain closed over the summer. This will greatly affect local economies that depend on summer tourists. But we have faith in the park repairs and economic recovery.” 1．What makes Yellowstone National Park special? A．It is America’s largest national park. B．It has rich cultural human activities. C．It possesses diverse natural scenery and wildlife. D．It suffers widespread damage and many changes. 2．What can we learn about flooding from paragraph 3? A．The bad effects it caused. B．The time it lasted. C．The repairs all the people did. D．The wildlife hurt in it. 3．What happened to the treatment plant in Billings after flooding? A．It had to stop working due to the water rising. B．It was forced to treat water for the city as usual. C．It was asked to restart the equipment to protect water. D．It merely cut down the city’s water supply for 24 hours. 4．What’s the attitude of Yellowstone officials to the rebuilding work after flooding? A．Keen. B．Incredible. C．Unconcerned. D．Confident. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。本文主要讲述了美国黄石国家公园遭遇严重洪水灾害的情况，由此黄石公园北部可能整个夏季关闭，对依赖夏季游客的当地经济造成重大影响。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Yellowstone became America’s first national park in 1872. It is known for its natural beauty that includes mountains, rivers and lakes. The forces of fire and ice have shaped the park for thousands of years. It is a place where visitors can get close to different kinds of wildlife. (黄石公园于1872年成为美国第一个国家公园。它以其包括山脉、河流和湖泊在内的自然美景而闻名。几千年来，火与冰的力量塑造了这座公园。这是一个游客可以近距离接触各种野生动物的地方。) ”可知，黄石国家公园拥有多样的自然风景和野生动植物。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段“Flooding caused by heavy rains and melting mountain snow did cause a lot of damage. It drove more than 10,000 visitors out of the park. The rain also damaged hundreds of homes in nearby communities. Luckily, no one was reported hurt. However, the park could remain closed for up to one week. Some entrances might not open all summer. The water also washed away camp structures, flooded small towns and cut power to parts of southern Montana and northern Wyoming. (大雨和融化的山雪引发的洪水确实造成了很大的破坏。洪水迫使1万多名游客离开了公园。大雨还损坏了附近社区的数百所房屋。幸运的是，没有人员受伤的报道。然而，公园可能会关闭长达一周。一些入口可能整个夏天都不会开放。洪水还冲走了露营设施，淹没了小镇，并切断了蒙大拿州南部和怀俄明州北部的部分地区电力供应。)”可知，本段主要描述了洪水造成的恶劣影响，包括游客被迫离开、房屋受损、公园关闭等。因此，A选项“The bad effects it caused.(它造成的恶劣影响)”符合题意。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段“The Yellowstone River was running at a historically high level of 4.9 meters as it flowed past Billings, Montana’s largest city. The city got its water from the river and was forced to close its treatment plant because it couldn’t operate effectively with water levels that high. (黄石河在流经蒙大拿州最大的城市比灵斯时，水位达到了历史最高的4.9米。这座城市从这条河取水，但由于水位太高，水处理厂无法有效运行，因此被迫关闭。)”可知，洪水后，由于水位太高，水处理厂无法有效运行，因此被迫关闭。因此，A选项“It had to stop working due to the water rising.(由于水位上涨，它不得不停止工作)”符合题意。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Yellowstone officials said, ‘The northern half of the park is likely to remain closed over the summer. This will greatly affect local economies that depend on summer tourists. But we have faith in the park repairs and economic recovery.’ (黄石公园官员说：“公园北部可能会在整个夏天关闭。这将极大地影响依赖夏季游客的当地经济。但我们对公园的修复和经济复苏有信心。”)”可知，黄石公园官员对洪水后的修复和经济复苏持有信心。因此，D选项“Confident.(自信的)”符合题意。故选D。 A study has challenged the claim that electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets may lead to dementia (痴呆). The study has found that among older people who regularly use technological products, the decline in cognitive ability is slower. It is unclear whether the technology staves off mental decline, or whether people with better cognitive skills simply use them more, but the scientists say the findings question the claim that screen time drives what has been called “digital dementia”. Jared Benge and his colleague Dr Michael Scullin, a cognitive neuroscientist at Baylor University in Texas, analysed 57 published studies that examined the use of digital technology in 411,430 adults around the world. The average age was 69 years old and all had a cognitive test or diagnosis. The scientists found no evidence for the digital dementia hypothesis, which suggests that a lifetime of using digital technology drives mental decline. Rather, they found that using a computer, smartphone, the internet or some combination of these was associated with a lower risk of cognitive impairment. More work is needed to explain the findings, but the researchers suspect a two-way relationship supports the results. In this case, people with better thinking skills are more likely to use digital devices, but there are also cognitive benefits to be had from embracing the technology. Benge noted that digital tools could help people engage in complex activities and boost their social connections, both of which appeared to be good for the ageing brain. Professor Peter Etchells, the director of the Centre for Research on Science and Society at Bath Spa University in the UK, said: “This is a really nice study that shows the research area is starting to mature. It’s starting to move beyond the blind acceptance that screen time is something useful to talk about. It’s starting to pose what the next questions should be.” 1．What does the underlined phrase “staves off” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Causes. B．Delays. C．Worsens. D．Detects. 2．What did Jared Benge and Michael Scullin find through their research? A．Digital technology has no effect on cognitive ability.​ B．Screen time is closely related to “digital dementia”.​ C．Regular use of technological products slows cognitive decline in older people.​ D．People with worse cognitive skills use digital devices more frequently. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?​ A．The digital dementia hypothesis has been proven by many studies.​ B．Digital tools can only help people boost their social connections.​ C．The average age of the adults in the 57 studies was 69 years old.​ D．There is a one - way relationship between digital use and cognitive ability. 4．What is Professor Peter Etchells’ attitude towards the study? A．Doubtful. B．Critical. C．indifferent. D．Favorable. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文为说明文。文章介绍了一项关于数字设备使用与老年人认知能力关系的研究，该研究发现50岁以上经常使用数字设备的老年人认知能力下降的比率更低，这对“数字痴呆”这一说法提出了质疑。研究表明使用计算机、智能手机和互联网等数字技术与认知障碍风险降低相关，也对数字设备与认知能力的关系有了新的认识。 1．词义猜测题。根据画线词所在句下文“but the scientists say the findings question the claim that screen time drives what has been called “digital dementia”(但科学家表示，研究结果质疑了屏幕时间导致所谓“数字痴呆”的说法。)”可知，画线句与下文是转折关系，因此推断“It is unclear whether the technology staves off mental decline, or whether people with better cognitive skills simply use them more(尚不清楚技术是否staves off心智衰退，还是认知能力较好的人更常使用技术)”中的“staves off”与后文“drives”形成相反语义，且研究结果质疑屏幕时间导致痴呆的观点，因此画线词表示“延缓”，与B项“delay”意思相近。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“The scientists found no evidence for the digital dementia hypothesis, which suggests that a lifetime of using digital technology drives mental decline. Rather, they found that using a computer, smartphone, the internet or some combination of these was associated with a lower risk of cognitive impairment.(科学家们没有发现支持数字痴呆假说的证据，该假说认为，终身使用数字技术会导致智力下降。相反，他们发现使用电脑、智能手机、互联网或它们的某种组合与认知障碍的风险较低有关。)”可知，Jared Benge 和 Dr Michael Scullin 的研究发现，经常使用科技产品的老年人认知能力下降较慢，故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Jared Benge and his colleague Dr Michael Scullin, a cognitive neuroscientist at Baylor University in Texas, analysed 57 published studies that examined the use of digital technology in 411,430 adults around the world. The average age was 69 years old and all had a cognitive test or diagnosis. (德克萨斯州贝勒大学（Baylor University）的认知神经科学家贾里德·本吉（Jared Benge）和他的同事迈克尔·斯卡林（Michael Scullin）博士分析了57项已发表的研究，这些研究调查了全球411430名成年人使用数字技术的情况。平均年龄为69岁，所有人都进行了认知测试或诊断。)”可知，57项研究中成年人的平均年龄为69岁。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“This is a really nice study that shows the research area is starting to mature. It’s starting to move beyond the blind acceptance that screen time is something useful to talk about. It’s starting to pose what the next questions should be.( 这是一个很好的研究，表明这个研究领域开始成熟。人们开始不再盲目地接受屏幕时间是一件有用的事情。它开始提出下一个问题应该是什么。)” 可推断，彼得·埃切尔斯教授用“nice(很好的)”和“mature(成熟的)”表明他对研究持积极态度。故选D。 Nowadays, the global logistics industry is undergoing a remarkable digital transformation. This shift is driven by the need to enhance efficiency and meet the growing demands of the modern market.​ One of the key aspects of this transformation is the application of the Internet of Things (IoT). Many logistics companies are using IoT sensors to track packages in real-time. For example, sensors attached to containers can monitor the temperature, humidity, and location of goods during transit. This allows companies to ensure the safety of their products and also provides customers with accurate delivery information. In a large international shipping company, after adopting IoT technology, the rate of lost packages decreased by 20% as they could always know where the packages were.​ Big data is another crucial element. Logistics firms analyze vast amounts of data related to past delivery times, transportation routes, and customer preferences. By doing so, they can predict future demand more accurately. A well-known express delivery company used big data analysis to optimize its delivery routes. As a result, it reduced delivery times by an average of 15% and saved a significant amount of fuel costs.​ Moreover, artificial intelligence (AI) is being utilized to automate certain processes. AI-powered chatbots are now used by many logistics companies to answer customer inquiries promptly. They can provide information about package status, delivery estimates, and even help with basic problem-solving. This not only improves customer service but also reduces the workload of human employees.​ 1．Why is the global logistics industry going through a digital transformation?​ A．To reduce the number of employees.​ B．To enhance efficiency and meet market demands.​ C．To increase the price of logistics services.​ D．To make the industry more complex.​ 2．How does the IoT help in the logistics industry?​ A．It helps in reducing the size of packages.​ B．It enables real-time tracking of packages and monitoring of goods' conditions.​ C．It increases the cost of transportation.​ D．It makes the delivery process slower.​ 3．What can logistics firms do with big data?​ A．They can ignore customer preferences.​ B．They can make delivery routes more complicated.​ C．They can predict future demand accurately and optimize delivery routes.​ D．They can increase the amount of fuel consumption.​ 4．What is the function of AI-powered chatbots in logistics companies?​ A．They can create more problems for customers.​ B．They can replace all human employees.​ C．They can answer customer inquiries quickly and improve customer service.​ D．They can only provide limited information. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．C 4．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章讲述了关于全球物流行业数字化转型，主要介绍了物联网（IoT）、大数据和人工智能（AI）在物流行业中的应用及其带来的效益。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“This shift is driven by the need to enhance efficiency and meet the growing demands of the modern market.(这一转变是由提高效率和满足现代市场日益增长的需求所驱动的)”可知，全球物流行业数字化转型的原因是为了提高效率和满足现代市场日益增长的需求。故选B项。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“Many logistics companies are using IoT sensors to track packages in real-time. For example, sensors attached to containers can monitor the temperature, humidity, and location of goods during transit(许多物流公司正在使用物联网传感器实时跟踪包裹。例如，附在集装箱上的传感器可以监测运输过程中货物的温度、湿度和位置)”可知，物联网的作用是实现包裹的实时追踪和货物状态的监控。故选B项。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段“Logistics firms analyze vast amounts of data related to past delivery times, transportation routes, and customer preferences. By doing so, they can predict future demand more accurately(物流公司分析与过去交货时间、运输路线和客户偏好相关的大量数据。通过这样做，它们可以更准确地预测未来需求)”以及“A well-known express delivery company used big data analysis to optimize its delivery routes(一家知名快递公司利用大数据分析优化了配送路线)”可知，物流企业利用大数据可以准确预测未来需求并优化配送路线。故选C项。 4．细节理解题。根据第四段“AI-powered chatbots are now used by many logistics companies to answer customer inquiries promptly. They can provide information about package status, delivery estimates, and even help with basic problem-solving(许多物流公司现在使用人工智能聊天机器人及时回答客户咨询。它们可以提供包裹状态、预计交货时间的信息，甚至帮助解决基本问题)”可知，人工智能聊天机器人的功能是快速回答客户咨询并改善客户服务。故选C项。 Having role models in life is important. Michael Jordan changed the game of basketball forever and many of the stars of the game had his poster in their bedroom growing up. Of course, there are negative role models as well that do not set the right example for us. Yet new research has now suggested that even the positive role models include good and bad ones. There was one child who had posters of Thomas Edison on his wall and one child with posters of Albert Einstein on his wall. If everything else was equal in their life, who would do better? A new study appears to suggest that Edison is a better role model. While Einstein may attract someone to the field of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), they struggle to stay in that field. This is because once things get tough they will look inward and decide that they don’t have the talent that Albert Einstein had and are just not cut out for a career in STEM. What Thomas Edison did have was an unbelievable attitude. He worked extremely hard on his projects. He famously failed 10,000 times before finding a way to make the light bulb work. To this, he said, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” The hard work of Edison had paid off and those who read the story believed it was worth giving a challenge a try, so they may not give up so easily. Today in STEM there is a huge issue in getting people to complete degrees. It has one of the highest rates of dropout due to the level of difficulty in the courses. Governments who invest (投资) millions in their STEM universities as they want the best and brightest minds of tomorrow have a huge concern about it. It now appears that by using proper motivators (激励因素), many more may be willing to stick it out. 1．How are people affected by Thomas Edison as a role model? A．They will deal with their struggles through hard work. B．They will doubt themselves when facing difficulties. C．They will be more encouraged to make inventions. D．They will perhaps become interested in STEM. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in the last paragraph refer to? A．There are few good role models for students. B．STEM courses are too difficult for students. C．Too many students give up STEM courses. D．Much money is needed for STEM universities. 3．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Good and bad role models B．The power of famous people C．Courses in STEM: easy or difficult? D．Who worked hard: Einstein or Edison? 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．A 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讨论了生活中拥有榜样很重要，但即使是正面榜样也有好坏之分，并以托马斯·爱迪生和阿尔伯特·爱因斯坦为例，说明了爱迪生作为榜样更能激励人们在面对困难时通过努力克服，同时指出在STEM领域存在学生辍学率高的问题，而合适的激励因素可能有助于更多人坚持下去。 1．推理判断题。根据第四段“What Thomas Edison did have was an unbelievable attitude. He worked extremely hard on his projects. He famously failed 10,000 times before finding a way to make the light bulb work. To this, he said, ‘I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.’ The hard work of Edison had paid off and those who read the story believed it was worth giving a challenge a try, so they may not give up so easily. (托马斯·爱迪生所拥有的是一种令人难以置信的态度。他在自己的项目上非常努力。他著名的经历是在找到让灯泡发光的方法之前失败了10000次。对此，他说：‘我没有失败。我只是找到了10000种行不通的方法。’爱迪生的努力得到了回报，那些读过这个故事的人相信值得尝试挑战，所以他们可能不会那么轻易放弃)”可知，爱迪生面对困难时有着坚持不懈、努力克服的态度，那些以他为榜样的人会受到他这种精神的影响，在面对困难时通过努力去应对，而不是轻易放弃或怀疑自己。由此可知，人们受托马斯·爱迪生作为榜样的影响是通过努力工作来应对他们的困难。故选A。 2．词句猜测题。根据最后一段中“Today in STEM there is a huge issue in getting people to complete degrees. It has one of the highest rates of dropout due to the level of difficulty in the courses. Governments who invest (投资) millions in their STEM universities as they want the best and brightest minds of tomorrow have a huge concern about it. (如今，在STEM领域，让人们完成学业是一个巨大的问题。由于课程的难度，STEM领域的辍学率是最高的之一。政府在STEM大学投资数百万美元，因为他们想要培养明天最优秀、最聪明的人才，他们对这个问题非常关注)”可知，在STEM领域，人们完成学业是一个大问题，由于课程难度大，辍学率很高，政府对此非常关注；it指代的前文“highest rates of dropout due to the level of difficulty in the courses”，即“太多学生放弃STEM课程”这一现象。故选C。 3．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Having role models in life is important. Michael Jordan changed the game of basketball forever and many of the stars of the game had his poster in their bedroom growing up. Of course, there are negative role models as well that do not set the right example for us. Yet new research has now suggested that even the positive role models include good and bad ones. (在生活中有榜样是很重要的。迈克尔·乔丹永远改变了篮球比赛，许多篮球明星在成长过程中都在卧室里贴着他的海报。当然，也有负面的榜样，他们没有为我们树立正确的榜样。然而，新的研究表明，即使是正面的榜样也有好的和坏的)”以及下文内容可知，文章主要讨论了生活中拥有榜样很重要，但即使是正面榜样也有好坏之分，并以托马斯·爱迪生和阿尔伯特·爱因斯坦为例进行说明，同时指出在STEM领域存在学生辍学率高的问题，而合适的激励因素可能有助于更多人坚持下去。由此可知，A项“好榜样和坏榜样”适合作为本文标题。故选A。 In the dim light of a small Parisian laboratory, Marie Curie bent over her workbench, her hands shaking slightly from tiredness. It was 1898, and she had spent countless nights analyzing pitchblende (沥青铀矿), a material believed to contain traces of radioactivity — a term she herself had created. Her husband Pierre, though doubtful at first, now stood beside her, sharing her devotion. The couple’s goal was to separate a new element hidden within the ore (矿石). Months turned into years. Their lab, poorly aired and freezing in winter, became their second home. Worst of all, Marie’s fingers were often burned by acidic chemicals, and their savings shrank as they bought more raw materials. Yet, she refused to give up. “We must believe that we are gifted for something,” she wrote in her journal, “and that this thing must be achieved.” One evening, as Marie stirred a boiling mixture, a faint blue glow caught her eye. Her heart raced. The substance gave off light without heat — a phenomenon never before documented. After four tough years, they had discovered polonium and radium. The scientific community erupted in both appreciation and doubt. Critics questioned how a woman, let alone a Polish immigrant, could achieve such a breakthrough. But Marie, unwavering, continued her research, even as her health worsened from radiation exposure. In 1903, Marie and Pierre, alongside Henri Becquerel, won the Nobel Prize in Physics. She became the first woman to receive the honor. Yet, tragedy struck in 1906 when Pierre died in a traffic accident. Grief-stricken, Marie buried herself in work, later winning a second Nobel in Chemistry in 1911. Her discoveries paved the way for X-ray technology in World War I, saving countless lives. 1．What was the most challenging for Marie and Pierre in their research? A．The lack of advanced equipment. B．The terrible working conditions. C．The money problems and health risks. D．The doubt from the scientific community. 2．What was the reaction of the scientific community to Marie Curie’s discovery at first? A．Total approval. B．Mixed responses. C．Complete uncaring. D．Strong opposition. 3．Why did Marie Curie continue her research despite facing health problems? A．To prove herself against doubters. B．To win more Nobel Prizes. C．To save people in World War I. D．To fulfill her belief in her gift. 4．Which of the following best describes Marie Curie? A．Careful and promising. B．Intelligent and fortunate. C．Determined and self-confident. D．Generous and hard-working. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇人物传记。文章主要讲述了居里夫人在艰苦条件下坚持科研，最终取得重大发现并获奖的历程。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Worst of all, Marie’s fingers were often burned by acidic chemicals, and their savings shrank as they bought more raw materials. (最糟糕的是，玛丽的手指经常被酸性化学物质灼伤，而且随着他们购买更多的原材料，他们的积蓄也在减少。)”以及第三段中“But Marie, unwavering, continued her research, even as her health worsened from radiation exposure. (但玛丽坚定不移，继续她的研究，尽管她的健康因辐射暴露而恶化。)”可知，玛丽和皮埃尔在研究中面临的最大挑战是资金问题和健康风险。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段中“The scientific community erupted in both appreciation and doubt. (科学界既表示赞赏，也表示怀疑。)”可知，科学界最初对玛丽·居里的发现反应是褒贬不一的。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第二段中“Yet, she refused to give up. “We must believe that we are gifted for something,” she wrote in her journal, “and that this thing must be achieved.” (然而，她拒绝放弃。她在日记中写道：“我们必须相信我们是有天赋的，而且这件事必须完成。”)”可知，尽管面临健康问题，玛丽·居里还是继续她的研究，因为她相信自己的天赋，要完成自己的目标。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据第二段中“Yet, she refused to give up. “We must believe that we are gifted for something,” she wrote in her journal, “and that this thing must be achieved.” (然而，她拒绝放弃。她在日记中写道：“我们必须相信我们是有天赋的，而且这件事必须完成。”)”以及最后一段中“Grief-stricken, Marie buried herself in work, later winning a second Nobel in Chemistry in 1911. (悲痛欲绝的玛丽埋头工作，后来在1911年再次获得诺贝尔化学奖。)”可知，玛丽·居里是一个意志坚定、自信的人。故选C。 Josh Klein is a pioneer in finding creative solutions to one of the world’s most pressing environmental problems: food waste. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately one-third of the food produced worldwide is wasted every year, which amounts to about 1.3 billion tons. Josh, however, isn’t just talking about the problem — he’s actively working to solve it. Josh Klein founded Spoiler Alert, a startup that helps businesses manage and reduce food waste by connecting surplus food with charitable organizations and food banks. The platform allows companies to sell or donate food that might otherwise go to waste, creating a win-win situation for both businesses and communities in need. Josh’s journey into the world of food waste innovation began while he was working in the tech industry. He realized that just like many other industries, food production and distribution could benefit from more efficient management. His company, Spoiler Alert, uses technology to provide real-time data to businesses, helping them track food waste and make more informed decisions. By streamlining (增产节约) food distribution and connecting businesses with organizations in need, Josh’s platform helps to redirect millions of pounds of food away from landfills. One of the most important aspects of Josh’s approach is the use of technology to solve a real-world problem. Through data analytics and a user-friendly interface, Spoiler Alert has transformed the way companies think about waste. Instead of seeing excess food as a loss, businesses are now able to see it as a valuable resource that can benefit others. Josh’s work not only reduces food waste but also helps provide food to those who need it most. His platform has already been adopted by large companies in the food industry, and it continues to grow as more businesses recognize the potential of reducing waste while giving back to their communities. Through his innovation, Josh Klein is showing the world how technology and entrepreneurship (企业家精神) can make a meaningful impact on society. By tackling food waste, he is helping to create a more sustainable future for everyone. 1．What is the main goal of Josh Klein’s startup, Spoiler Alert? A．To support agricultural development in poor regions. B．To optimize food production processes for companies. C．To address food waste through nonprofit partnerships. D．To minimize waste by commercializing excess food. 2．How does Spoiler Alert assist businesses in reducing food waste? A．By offering real-time data to track food waste. B．By selling surplus food to consumers directly. C．By offering large discounts on food production. D．By providing a platform to advertise surplus food. 3．What change in business attitude does Josh Klein’s platform promote? A．Focusing only on reducing food production costs. B．Treating excess food as a loss rather than a resource. C．Reducing the amount of food produced to minimize waste. D．Viewing surplus food as a valuable resource for donation. 4．Which of the following best describes Josh Klein? A．Creative and friendly. B．Passionate and generous. C．Innovative and determined. D．Ambitious and warm-hearted. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Josh Klein通过科技公司Spoiler Alert搭建企业与非营利组织间的食物调配平台，利用实时数据减少浪费，同时将剩余食物转化为社会资源，展现了技术创新对可持续发展的推动力。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Josh Klein founded Spoiler Alert, a startup that helps businesses manage and reduce food waste by connecting surplus food with charitable organizations and food banks. (Josh Klein创立了Spoiler Alert公司，这是一家通过将剩余食品与慈善组织和食品银行相连接，从而帮助企业管理和减少食品浪费的初创企业)”可知，其主要目标是通过与非营利组织合作解决食物浪费问题。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“His company, Spoiler Alert, uses technology to provide real-time data to businesses, helping them track food waste and make more informed decisions. (他的公司Spoiler Alert运用技术为商家提供实时数据，帮助他们追踪食物浪费情况并做出更明智的决策)”可知，其运作方式是提供实时数据追踪食物浪费。故选A项。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段中“Through data analytics and a user-friendly interface, Spoiler Alert has transformed the way companies think about waste. Instead of seeing excess food as a loss, businesses are now able to see it as a valuable resource that can benefit others. (通过数据分析和用户友好的操作界面，Spoiler Alert彻底改变了企业对食品浪费的认知方式。企业不再将剩余食品视为损失，而是能够将其看作可以造福他人的宝贵资源)”可知，企业的观念转变为将剩余食物视为可捐赠的宝贵资源。故选D项。 4．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中“Josh, however, isn’t just talking about the problem — he’s actively working to solve it. (然而，Josh并不只是空谈问题——他正以实际行动推动解决方案)”和第四段中“One of the most important aspects of Josh’s approach is the use of technology to solve a real-world problem. (Josh这一做法的关键亮点在于：运用科技手段解决现实世界的实际问题)”可知，Josh Klein通过创建Spoiler Alert使用技术来减少食物浪费，展现了创新的思维方式，并且他决心积极解决这个问题。因此，“创新”和“决心”最能准确描述他。故选C项。 Back in the summer of 2017, I was busy studying in Beijing when I suddenly got homesick for some Western food. So, I wandered the streets nearby until I came across a restaurant and finally found it — whole chicken! In my head, I imagined a juicy, tender (嫩的) whole bird with perfectly crispy (酥脆的) browned skin with a side of mashed potatoes (土豆泥): just the way it is always prepared in America, right? For some reason, I never stopped to think that the Chinese definition of a “whole chicken” might be different from my assumptions. I waved a waiter over and hurriedly pointed to the line on the menu to show my food request. Finally, I would be able to satisfy my eagerness! Yet, when the bird finally landed on my plate, my wide grin (咧嘴笑) turned to one of shock. Rather than a golden crispy brown, the skin was instead bright yellow. But the most obvious was something that I would rather not have seen at all: the head! In all my years of eating chicken, I had never seen the head still attached to the rest of the body. Yet here it was, staring back at me. In America, although people understand where meat comes from, the way food is presented means they aren’t reminded of the living animal it once was. When staring face-to-face with the dead bird on my plate, that fact was made much more apparent. Still, I carried on, trying to ignore the head while I dug into the chicken breast (胸脯肉). But, even here, I found organs (器官) like the heart and lungs that had not been totally removed. Finally, I gave up and just focused on the rice instead. Afterward, I came to understand chicken is almost always served with the head in Chinese dishes. Although my tolerance for food has expanded since then, I will never forget the first time I ordered a whole chicken and got more than what I had expected. 1．Why did the author go to eat a whole chicken? A．He missed the food of his home country. B．He wanted to try Chinese-style chicken. C．He came across a unique restaurant. D．He liked its picture on the menu. 2．What shocked the author most? A．The chicken’s size. B．The chicken’s dark color. C．The chicken not being crispy. D．The chicken served with its head. 3．Why did the author give up eating the chicken finally? A．He disliked its taste. B．He preferred the rice. C．He found organs inside. D．He missed American food. 4．What does the author think of Chinese food in the end? A．Acceptable. B．Scary. C．Tasty. D．Comfortable. 5．What does the passage mainly talk about? A．Eating habits in China. B．Cooking style of Chinese chicken. C．My homesickness in China. D．My first taste of a chicken in China. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者初到中国，因想念家乡食物去吃全鸡，结果上菜后发现和自己预想的不同，最终放弃吃鸡。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Back in the summer of 2017, I was busy studying in Beijing when I suddenly got homesick for some Western food.(早在2017年夏天，我在北京忙着学习，突然想念起了一些西方食物)”和第二段中“So, I wandered the streets nearby until I came across a restaurant and finally found it —whole chicken! In my head, I imagined a juicy, tender (嫩的) whole bird with perfectly crispy (酥脆的) browned skin with a side of mashed potatoes (土豆泥): just the way it is always prepared in America, right?(于是我在附近街道游荡，直到撞见一家餐馆——终于找到了！整只鸡！脑海中立刻浮现出多汁嫩滑的烤鸡，外皮金黄酥脆，配着绵密的土豆泥：就像在美国常见的那种做法，对吧？)”可知，作者去吃全鸡是因为想念家乡的食物。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段中“But the most obvious was something that I would rather not have seen at all: the head! In all my years of eating chicken, I had never seen the head still attached to the rest of the body.(但最明显的是有一样东西我宁愿根本没看到：鸡头！吃了这么多年鸡肉，我从未见过脑袋还连在身体上的整鸡)”可知，最让作者震惊的是带着头的整鸡一起被端上来了。故选D项。 3．细节理解题。根据第六段中“But, even here, I found organs (器官) like the heart and lungs that had not been totally removed. Finally, I gave up and just focused on the rice instead.(但是，即便在鸡胸肉里，我也发现心脏和肺等器官没有被完全去除。最后，我放弃了，转而只吃米饭)”可知，作者最后放弃吃鸡是因为发现鸡里面还有器官没被完全去除。故选C项。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Although my tolerance for food has expanded since then, I will never forget the first time I ordered a whole chicken and got more than what I had expected.(从那以后，我对食物的接受度提高了，虽然我永远不会忘记第一次点全鸡时，得到了超出我预期的东西)”可知，从那以后，作者对食物的接受度提高了，所以推知，作者最后觉得中国食物是可以接受的。故选A项。 5．主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段“Back in the summer of 2017, I was busy studying in Beijing when I suddenly got homesick for some Western food.(早在2017年夏天，我在北京忙着学习，突然想念起了一些西方食物)”、第二段中“So, I wandered the streets nearby until I came across a restaurant and finally found it —whole chicken! In my head, I imagined a juicy, tender (嫩的) whole bird with perfectly crispy (酥脆的) browned skin with a side of mashed potatoes (土豆泥): just the way it is always prepared in America, right?(于是我在附近街道游荡，直到撞见一家餐馆——终于找到了！整只鸡！脑海中立刻浮现出多汁嫩滑的烤鸡，外皮金黄酥脆，配着绵密的土豆泥：就像在美国常见的那种做法，对吧？)”和最后一段“Afterward, I came to understand chicken is almost always served with the head in Chinese dishes. Although my tolerance for food has expanded since then, I will never forget the first time I ordered a whole chicken and got more than what I had expected.(后来，我了解到在中国菜里，鸡肉几乎总是带着头一起上的。从那以后，虽然我对食物的接受度提高了，但我永远不会忘记第一次点全鸡时，得到了超出我预期的东西)”可知，文章主要讲述了作者第一次在中国吃全鸡的经历。D选项“My first taste of a chicken in China(我第一次在中国吃鸡肉的经历)”能概括文章内容。故选D项。 A touching moment at an airport was captured in a Reddit video shared by users. In the clip, a young girl in a wheelchair approaches a pianist setting up to play. Flashing a confident smile, she asks if he would like to perform together. The pianist agrees without hesitation, asking which instrument she plays. When she replies, “cello,” excitement fills the air. Moments later, the pianist, the young cellist, and her teacher take their places on the platform, ready to create a beautiful musical collaboration. The airport grew silent as the young girl, filled with excitement, began playing alongside the pianist. Travelers quickly gathered near the public piano, absorbed in the unexpected performance and recording the moment on their phones. The cellist, 17-year-old Valentina, who is living with a rare muscle disease, poured her heart into the music, moving many in the crowd to tears. Even the pianist admitted he was in awe. “Music is my medicine,” Valentina said a heartfelt message that struck a chord with everyone. The travelers witnessed the incredible power of her music. By the end, her teacher’s proud smile reflected the inspiring spirit of this extraordinary musician. Reddit users described the performance as a shining example of humanity at its best. Many praised music’s ability to unite and heal (治愈), while the teacher’s role in making it happen earned widespread admiration. The heartfelt video touched viewers deeply, highlighting the profound impact of music and human resilience. One commenter praised the young cellist’s talent and determination, which shone through in the emotional performance, highlighting how music can overcome physical challenges and touch people worldwide. Others reflected on music’s profound impact, explaining its ability to influence brain function and well-being in humans and other living beings. One story shared described a deer attracted by a musician’s performance, emphasizing music’s universal appeal. 1．What did the video show? A．The airport was noisy with a lot of people around. B．The teacher was excited to see the famous pianist. C．The pianist was willing to cooperate with the girl. D．The disabled girl was embarrassed to perform in public. 2．How did the travelers respond to the musical cooperation? A．They were fascinated and shot the scene. B．They complained and asked for silence. C．They expressed admiration for Valentina’s talent. D．They praised the teacher’s role in making it happen. 3．What do we know about Valentina from the article? A．She used music to treat her illness. B．She was empowered spiritually by music. C．She preferred music over medical treatment. D．She suffered from a common muscle disorder. 4．Which of the following do commenters agree with? A．Music can cure people’s physical pain. B．Cooperation is a must in performances. C．Music has a force of healing and appeal. D．Teachers are crucial in training talents. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文。Reddit视频中，患罕见肌肉病的17岁轮椅女孩瓦伦蒂娜与钢琴家合奏，感动众人，展现音乐治愈力与人性光辉。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“Moments later, the pianist, the young cellist, and her teacher take their places on the platform, ready to create a beautiful musical collaboration.(片刻之后，这位钢琴家、这位年轻的大提琴手以及她的老师在舞台上就位，准备进行一场美妙的音乐合作)”可知，这段视频展示了那位钢琴家愿意与那个女孩合作。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“Travelers quickly gathered near the public piano, absorbed in the unexpected performance and recording the moment on their phones.(旅客们很快聚集在公共钢琴旁，被这场意外的表演深深吸引，并用手机记录下了这一时刻)”可知，旅客们对这场音乐表演的合作被深深吸引，并拍摄下了这一场景。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段““Music is my medicine,” Valentina said a heartfelt message that struck a chord with everyone.(瓦伦蒂娜深情地说出了这样一句话：“音乐是我的良药”这番话深深触动了所有人，引起了共鸣)”可知，瓦伦蒂娜通过音乐获得了精神上的力量。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段“One commenter praised the young cellist’s talent and determination, which shone through in the emotional performance, highlighting how music can overcome physical challenges and touch people worldwide. Others reflected on music’s profound impact, explaining its ability to influence brain function and well-being in humans and other living beings.(一位评论者称赞了这位年轻大提琴手的才华和毅力，其在充满情感的演奏中充分展现了出来，同时也强调了音乐如何能够克服身体上的障碍，并触动全世界的人们。其他人则从音乐的深远影响角度进行了思考，解释了音乐能够影响人类及其他生物的大脑功能和身心健康)”可知，评论者们认为音乐具有治愈和吸引人的力量。故选C。 Most people recognize the music John Williams wrote for the film Jaws. As soon as you hear it, you begin thinking that a shark will attack. And that is exactly what you are meant to think. The music tells you to be frightened about what you are seeing. Good film scores (配乐) always signal how to feel about what is happening on the screen. This is even clearer with Williams’ next score, for Star Wars. When Luke Skywalker appears on the screen, the music becomes heroic because he is the hero. Darth Vader is the bad guy, so his music is quite dark. No one can talk about film scores without talking about Hans Zimmer. He did the music for many films, such as The Dark Knight, Pirates of the Caribbean, and The Lion King. Zimmer and Williams have very different styles and ideas for film scores. There are people who do not like Williams’ scores for the Harry Potter films because they stand out too much, while some people do not like Zimmer’s scores because they are sometimes too subtle (不易察觉的). A third, very different kind of film composer is Tan Dun, who has a classical music background, unlike many film composers. Tan started out as a musician for the Peking Opera. However, he fell in love with Western classical music, and started writing classical Western operas that show a strong touch of Chinese music. Like his operas, the scores for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and Hero use Chinese musical instruments and styles in a Western classical music score. The music follows all of the rules of most film scores — the purpose is to tell you how to feel about the action in the film, and to help tell the story. However, perhaps because of Tan’s background in classical music, his scores can be viewed as works of art on their own without needing a film to support them. Film scores are almost always a form of classical music. However, unlike most classical music, they have never been considered high art. Perhaps with Tan Dun, this will begin to change. 1．What is the main purpose of John Williams’ music in Jaws? A．To reduce audience’s nervousness. B．To replace actors’ dialogue. C．To strengthen shark visuals. D．To guide audience’s emotions. 2．How do Zimmer and Williams differ in musical styles? A．Williams’ are not noticeable. B．Zimmer’s do not stand out enough. C．Zimmer focuses on heroic themes. D．Williams uses Chinese instruments. 3．Why are Tan Dun’s scores different from others’? A．They can stand alone as works of art. B．They are mainly electronic music. C．They overstress Peking Opera styles. D．They abandon Western music rules. 4．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Classical music may perfect film scores. B．Tan Dun’s scores may be a game changer. C．Traditional music may replace film scores. D．Film scores are always seen as low art. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了不同电影配乐师的风格及其对电影配乐的贡献。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“Most people recognize the music John Williams wrote for the film Jaws. As soon as you hear it, you begin thinking that a shark will attack. And that is exactly what you are meant to think. The music tells you to be frightened about what you are seeing. Good film scores (配乐) always signal how to feel about what is happening on the screen. (大多数人都认得John Williams为电影《大白鲨》创作的音乐。一旦听到这段音乐，你就会开始觉得鲨鱼即将发动攻击，而这正是创作者想让你产生的联想。音乐告诉你应当对眼前所见感到恐惧。优秀的电影配乐总能暗示观众该如何感受银幕上正在发生的情节。)”可知，John Williams在《大白鲨》中的音乐主要目的是引导观众的情绪。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中“There are people who do not like Williams’ scores for the Harry Potter films because they stand out too much, while some people do not like Zimmer’s scores because they are sometimes too subtle (不易察觉的). (有人不喜欢Williams为《哈利·波特》系列电影创作的配乐，因为它们太突出了，而有些人不喜欢Zimmer的配乐，因为它们有时太微妙了。)”可知，Zimmer和Williams在音乐风格上的不同之处在于Zimmer的配乐不够突出。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段中“However, perhaps because of Tan’s background in classical music, his scores can be viewed as works of art on their own without needing a film to support them. (然而，也许是因为谭盾的古典音乐背景，他的配乐本身就可以被视为艺术品，而不需要电影来支撑。)”可知，谭盾的配乐与其他人的不同之处在于它们可以独立作为艺术品存在。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Film scores are almost always a form of classical music. However, unlike most classical music, they have never been considered high art. Perhaps with Tan Dun, this will begin to change. (电影配乐几乎总是属于古典音乐的一种形式。但与大多数古典音乐不同的是，它们从未被视为高雅艺术。或许随着谭盾的出现，这种情况将开始改变。)”可知，谭盾的配乐可能会改变人们对电影配乐的看法，即他的配乐可能是一个游戏规则的改变者。故选B。 The first time my daughter, Maia, realized I was leaving on a trip without her, she was alarmed. Seeing photos of where I was going, she cried and asked why I was going to leave her behind. I tried to explain my work as a travel writer. But as my husband, Evan, pulled her off my leg so I could leave, I wondered if my solo trips would be worth the effort of going without her. A few days later, I returned home and Maia was happy to hear about my trip. She told me I could keep going on trips for work — but we’d compromise (妥协)：she’d come with me. One year later, an invitation came to experience the Rocky Mountaineer on a parent-child journey. And as scary as it seemed to take a preschooler on a train, the trip sounded too good to pass up. Dressed in her most beautiful train-riding clothes, four-year-old Maia watched me take notes about the scenery we chugged along the Fraser River in BC． Wanting to prove her worth as an assistant, she began interviewing the Australian couple sitting beside us. Unable to spell more than a few words, she drew their answers in crayon (蜡笔). She ended up being such an easy travel companion and we found a special rhythm on the road together. When she was six, we flew to the Riviera Maya in Mexico. I was impressed by how cheerfully fearless she was when we swam in cenotes (天然井). But it was on the flight home, when my little kid said it was okay that the airline didn’t seat us together, that I realized how much travel was shaping her. Research says that travel can expand a kid’s world, helping them become more adaptable while developing their creativity and imagination. Seeing those changes in Maia, I am really grateful for that compromise I made with her. 1．What can we learn about the author from the first two paragraphs? A．She gave up work for family. B．She enjoyed travelling alone. C．She went on trips for work. D．She travelled a lot with her kid. 2．What did the author think of the Rocky Mountaineer trip with Maia? A．Annoying. B．Enjoyable. C．Tiring. D．Awkward. 3．What influence did travel have on Maia? A．She became much closer to the writer. B．She grew braver and more independent. C．She became more outgoing and cheerful. D．She made new friends and learned new skills. 4．What is a suitable title for the text? A．The Joys of Travelling with Children B．The Challenges of Accompanying Kids C．The Reflection on Working as a Travel Writer D．The Approaches to Making Travel Comfortable 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者作为一名旅行作家，如何带着女儿一起旅行，并看到女儿在旅行中的成长和变化。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“I tried to explain my work as a travel writer.(我试图解释我作为旅行作家的工作)”以及第二段中“She told me I could keep going on trips for work—but we’d compromise (妥协)：she’d come with me.(她告诉我，我可以继续出差——但我们会妥协：她会和我一起去)”可知，作者去旅行是为了工作。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据第四段中“She ended up being such an easy travel companion and we found a special rhythm on the road together.(她最终成了如此轻松的旅行伙伴，我们一起在路上找到了特别的节奏)”可推知，作者认为和Maia一起的落基山之光之旅是令人愉快的。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“I was impressed by how cheerfully fearless she was when we swam in cenotes (天然井).(当我们在天然井里游泳时，她那无忧无虑的勇敢给我留下了深刻的印象)”以及“But it was on the flight home, when my little kid said it was okay that the airline didn’t seat us together, that I realized how much travel was shaping her.(但在回家的航班上，当我的孩子说航空公司没有把我们安排坐在一起没关系时，我才意识到旅行对她的影响有多大)”可推知，旅行让Maia变得更勇敢、更独立。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。根据最后一段中“Research says that travel can expand a kid’s world, helping them become more adaptable while developing their creativity and imagination. Seeing those changes in Maia, I am really grateful for that compromise I made with her.(研究表明，旅行可以扩大孩子的世界，帮助他们变得更有适应能力，同时培养他们的创造力和想象力。看到Maia的这些变化，我真的很感激我和她达成的妥协)”以及结合全文可知，文章主要讲述了作者作为旅行作家，经常需要独自出差，但后来和女儿Maia一起旅行，发现旅行对Maia产生了积极的影响，让她变得更勇敢、更独立，作者对此感到很感激。可知，A选项“和孩子一起旅行的乐趣”最符合文章标题。故选A。 Holidays matter. They are a chance to step away from everyday life and reconnect with the people we love; a time to relax, to be the real us, or indeed to be whoever we want to be. And once the sand has been washed from the toes, holidays can leave us with a suitcase of life-long happy memories. Yet today in the UK at least 1.46 million families can’t afford a single day out together, let alone a holiday night away from home. Millions of British children this year won’t get to paddle (划船) in the sea, or build a sandcastle. Nothing to report when they return to school in September. No happy memories to help them improve their learning and behaviour. That’s why the Family Holiday Association (FHA) exists. It is the only national charity that devotes itself to helping struggling families enjoy precious time together. Many are dealing with severe illness, poverty, disability, poor mental health and so on. They are referred to the Association. This work is often done by the professionals such as teachers, social workers, and doctors. The Family Holiday Association was founded 43 years ago by Pat and Joan Laurance, who were unemployed with a young, sick child, living in a single room. A friend offered them a week in a flat on the Essex coast in return for cat-sitting. They fed the cat. They walked on the bench. They laughed and paddled. And guess what? After a few days of enjoying fun they came home with new-found energy to face whatever life might throw at them. The Laurances determined that other struggling families should also gain the benefits of a simple holiday and the charity was born. Since then more than 120,000 parents and children have been able to enjoy a break happily, usually a few days by the British seaside. 1．What can we know from Paragraph 1? A．Going to the beach is the best choice. B．To be a real person makes him or her relaxed. C．Taking holidays can leave people little memories. D．The writer thinks taking a holiday is important. 2．What does the underlined word “they” refer to in Paragraph 3? A．Struggling families. B．The professionals. C．Other charities. D．The Laurances. 3．What is the writer’s opinion about holidays? A．They are too costly for UK people. B．They can bring charities much money. C．They help build families’ relationships. D．They are only needed by school children. 4．What’s the best title for the text? A．Holidays Improve Kids’ Learning. B．British People Lack Holidays. C．Holidays Matter to School Children. D．Struggling Families Also Need Holidays. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 4．D 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要讲述了假期的重要性，并介绍了英国一个帮助困难家庭享受假期的慈善机构——家庭度假协会。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Holidays matter. They are a chance to step away from everyday life and reconnect with the people we love; a time to relax, to be the real us, or indeed to be whoever we want to be. And once the sand has been washed from the toes, holidays can leave us with a suitcase of life-long happy memories.(假期很重要。它们是一个让我们远离日常生活，与我们爱的人重新联系的机会；是一个放松的时间，可以做真实的自己，或者做任何我们想成为的人。一旦脚趾间的沙子被冲走，假期就会给我们留下一生的美好回忆。)”可知，作者认为度假很重要。故选D。 2．词句猜测题。根据第三段“It is the only national charity that devotes itself to helping struggling families enjoy precious time together. Many are dealing with severe illness, poverty, disability, poor mental health and so on. They are referred to the Association.(它是唯一一个致力于帮助苦苦挣扎的家庭一起享受宝贵时光的全国性慈善机构。许多人正在处理严重疾病、贫困、残疾、心理健康不佳等问题。他们被推荐给协会。)”可知，此处的“they”指的是前文提到的“struggling families”，即“苦苦挣扎的家庭”，故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据第一段“Holidays matter. They are a chance to step away from everyday life and reconnect with the people we love.(假期很重要。它们是一个让我们远离日常生活，与我们爱的人重新联系的机会。)”可知，作者认为假期有助于建立家庭关系。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Holidays matter.(假期很重要。)”及第三段“It is the only national charity that devotes itself to helping struggling families enjoy precious time together. Many are dealing with severe illness, poverty, disability, poor mental health and so on. They are referred to the Association.(它是唯一一个致力于帮助苦苦挣扎的家庭一起享受宝贵时光的全国性慈善机构。许多人正在处理严重疾病、贫困、残疾、心理健康不佳等问题。他们被推荐给协会。)”可知，文章介绍了英国一个帮助困难家庭享受假期的慈善机构——家庭度假协会，由此可知，本文的最佳标题是D项“苦苦挣扎的家庭也需要假期”。故选D。 Novelist and screenwriter Hanif Kureishi remembers only bits and pieces of the day in 2022 when his life changed forever. He recalls being sick with a stomach infection and starting to feel faint (昏眩) and then his memory got unclear. Looking back, Kureishi says, he likely stood up to walk, and then fell flat on his face, breaking his neck. Kureishi says when he woke up, he was in a pool of blood. He could speak, but he was unable to move his hands or other parts of his body. He spent a year in hospital before he was able to return home, where he was assisted by 24-hour caregivers. “In the beginning, there was a lot of anger,” he says. “Your ordinary life was taken away from you by an illness-as will happen to so many of us—you are absolutely angry. And you become angry with the people around you. You become angry with your life.” Kureishi was nominated (提名) for an Oscar for his screenplay of the 1985 film My Beautiful Launderette. He went on to more films and books, including the 1990 novel The Buddha of Suburbia. Kureishi started writing his new life story, Shattered, just days after the break by dictating (口述) the story to his wife and his son. In it, he describes being completely dependent on others, feeling helpless and ashamed. But he says writing about his condition also gives him purpose. Even though he can’t use his fingers to hold something or pick up a pen or anything like that, he is writing a blog every single day about his condition. He feels stronger than he was. Now he is writing another book. He is very excited about what he is doing, and he gets up in the morning and looks forward to the day, thinking what he is going to do today and whether it is going to be exciting. 1．What happened to Kureishi in 2022? A．He lost his memory. B．He had his face broken. C．He suffered an accident. D．He got a sudden stomachache. 2．How did Kureishi adapt to writing after losing the ability to move? A．He got support from his family. B．The prize he won inspired him. C．He learned to type with his feet. D．He hired a responsible caregiver. 3．Which of the following best describes Kureishi? A．Bitter and defeated. B．Strong-willed and adaptable. C．Productive and carefree. D．Fearful and disheartened. 4．What can be the best title for the text? A．Challenge Himself: from Screen to Novel B．Shattered: Presentation of New Life Story C．An Unexpected Disaster Turned into Fortune D．A Writer’s Journey to Recovery Through Words 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了小说家兼编剧哈尼夫·库雷西在2022年因病导致颈部受伤，生活发生巨变。起初他感到愤怒和无助，但随后他开始口述自己的新生活故事《破碎》并坚持每天写博客记录自己的状况，这让他找到了生活的目标并对此感到非常兴奋和期待。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段中的“Novelist and screenwriter Hanif Kureishi remembers only bits and pieces of the day in 2022 when his life changed forever. Looking back, Kureishi says, he likely stood up to walk, and then fell flat on his face, breaking his neck. (小说家兼编剧哈尼夫·库雷西只记得2022年他生活发生永远改变的那一天的一些片段。回想起来，库雷西说，他可能站起来走路，然后脸朝下摔倒，摔断了脖子。)”可知，2022年库雷西遭遇了一场事故。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第四段中的“Kureishi started writing his new life story, Shattered, just days after the break by dictating (口述) the story to his wife and his son. (库雷西在摔伤后几天就开始口述自己的新生活故事《破碎》，他的妻子和儿子帮他记录下来。)”可知，在失去行动能力后，库雷西通过家人的支持继续写作。故选A项。 3．推理判断题。根据文章第三段中的“In the beginning, there was a lot of anger (一开始，他非常生气)”可知，他一开始很愤怒，但是根据文章最后一段中的“But he says writing about his condition also gives him purpose. … He feels stronger than he was. Now he is writing another book. He is very excited about what he is doing (但是他说，写下自己的状况也给了他生活的目标。……他觉得自己比以前更强大了。现在他正在写另一本书。他对自己正在做的事情感到非常兴奋)”可知，他正在积极适应现状，通过写作找到生活的目标，对现在做的事情很兴奋，这说明他很坚强，适应能力很强。故选B项。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，结合文章最后一段“But he says writing about his condition also gives him purpose. (但是他说，写下自己的状况也给了他生活的目标。)”以及“He is very excited about what he is doing, and he gets up in the morning and looks forward to the day, thinking what he is going to do today and whether it is going to be exciting.(他对自己正在做的事情非常兴奋，他早上起床，期待着新的一天，想着今天要做什么，是否会令人兴奋。)”可知，文章主要讲述了小说家兼编剧哈尼夫·库雷西在遭遇事故后，通过写作找到了生活的目标，逐渐康复的故事，D项“A Writer’s Journey to Recovery Through Words (一位作家通过文字走向康复的旅程)”能够概括文章主要内容，最适合作为文章标题。故选D项。 Maybe no one understands the power of imagination better than Chinese writer Liu Cixin. Until four years ago, Liu was a full-time computer engineer at a power plant in Shanxi. He only wrote science fiction in his free time. But it was during this time that his imagination really took off. He did things he might never get to do in real life — like traveling in space, fighting aliens, and visiting faraway planets. Even with such a powerful imagination, Liu, who is 55 years old, probably didn’t expect that he would become the first Asian to win the Hugo Award in 2015. That’s the top prize in science fiction. He might also have never imagined that former US President Barack Obama would read his book The Three-Body Problem, or that he would win the 2018 Arthur C． Clarke Award for Imagination in Service to Society on November 9 in Washington DC． This was the first time a Chinese writer had ever won this award. In his speech when he accepted the award, Liu said that his imagination came from Arthur C． Clarke, a famous UK sci-fi writer. He said that reading Clarke’s book 2001: A Space Odyssey in the early 1980s changed his life. “My mind opened up in a way it never had before. I felt like a small river finally seeing the ocean,” Liu said. “That night, the night sky looked completely different to me. For the first time, I was amazed by how mysterious the universe is.” But even though Liu’s imagination takes him to faraway places, his books always make sense. In The Three-Body Problem, for example, he tells a story about aliens coming to Earth. But instead of just focusing on the aliens, he talks about how different civilizations interact, the rules of survival, and what life means. In another book, The Wandering Earth, he thinks about what will happen when our solar system ends and humans need to find a new home. But all his ideas are based on real science. Liu’s books aren’t just dreams — they’re grounded in facts. 1．What do we know about Liu Cixin? A．He became a full-time writer when he was young. B．He is the first Asian to win the Arthur Clarke Award. C．He is the first Chinese winner of the Hugo Award. D．He dreamed about wandering in space from childhood. 2．Liu Cixin’s words are used mainly to show ________. A．his feeling after reading Clarke’s work B．his love of reading science fiction C．his interest in mysteries of the universe D．his confusion when he started writing 3．Why did the author mention The Three-Body Problem and The Wandering Earth? A．To prove that Liu Cixinˈs works relate science to reality. B．To explain how Liu Cixin came up with his ideas. C．To show that Liu Cixin has a powerful imagination. D．To compare the different writing styles in the two books. 4．What’s the text mainly about? A．Liu Cixin’s contributions to science fiction. B．Liu Cixin’s achievements and writing style. C．How Liu Cixin became a sci-fi writer. D．How Liu Cixin started a new sci-fi style. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述中国科幻作家刘慈欣的成就、创作灵感来源及其作品结合科学与想象的风格。 1．推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Liu, who is 55 years old, probably didn’t expect that he would become the first Asian to win the Hugo Award in 2015. That’s the top prize in science fiction.(55岁的刘慈欣可能没想到，自己会在2015年成为首位获得雨果奖的亚洲人。这是科幻领域的最高奖项)”可知，刘慈欣是首位获得雨果奖的亚洲人。由此推知，他是第一位获得该项的中国人。故选C项。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段中的“He said that reading Clarke’s book 2001: A Space Odyssey in the early 1980s changed his life.(他说，20世纪80年代初阅读克拉克的《2001 太空漫游》改变了他的人生)”以及第四段中的““My mind opened up in a way it never had before. I felt like a small river finally seeing the ocean,” Liu said. “That night, the night sky looked completely different to me. For the first time, I was amazed by how mysterious the universe is.”(“我的思维以一种前所未有的方式打开了，感觉就像一条小河终于见到了大海。” 刘说，“那天晚上，夜空在我眼中完全变了样。我第一次惊叹于宇宙是如此神秘。”)”可知，引用刘慈欣的话是为了展示他阅读克拉克作品后的感受。故选A项。 3．推理判断题。根据第五段中的“In The Three-Body Problem, for example, he tells a story about aliens coming to Earth. But instead of just focusing on the aliens, he talks about how different civilizations interact, the rules of survival, and what life means. In another book, The Wandering Earth, he thinks about what will happen when our solar system ends and humans need to find a new home. But all his ideas are based on real science. Liu’s books aren’t just dreams — they’re grounded in facts. (例如，在《三体》中，他讲述了一个外星人来到地球的故事。但他并没有仅仅聚焦于外星人，而是探讨了不同文明如何互动、生存的法则以及生命的意义。在另一部作品《流浪地球》中，他思考了当太阳系终结、人类需要寻找新家园时将会发生什么。但他所有的想法都基于真实的科学。刘的作品并非只是空想 —— 它们是建立在事实基础之上的)”可知，作者提及这两部作品是为了证明刘慈欣的作品将科学与现实相结合。故选A项。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文，根据第二段中的“Even with such a powerful imagination, Liu, who is 55 years old, probably didn’t expect that he would become the first Asian to win the Hugo Award in 2015. He might also have never imagined that former US President Barack Obama would read his book The Three-Body Problem, or that he would win the 2018 Arthur C. Clarke Award for Imagination in Service to Society on November 9 in Washington DC. This was the first time a Chinese writer had ever won this award. (即使拥有如此强大的想象力，55岁的刘（慈欣）或许也未曾想到，自己会在2015年成为首位斩获雨果奖的亚洲人。他或许也从未想过，美国前总统巴拉克・奥巴马会阅读他的《三体》，亦或是自己会于11月9日在华盛顿特区斩获 2018 年亚瑟・C・克拉克奖“社会服务想象力奖”。这是中国作家首次获得该奖项)”等信息介绍刘慈欣的成就，并通过其作品内容及第三段中的“In his speech when he accepted the award, Liu said that his imagination came from Arthur C. Clarke, a famous UK sci-fi writer.(在获奖致辞中，刘表示他的想象力源自英国著名科幻作家阿瑟・C・克拉克)”和第五段中的“In The Three-Body Problem, for example, he tells a story about aliens coming to Earth. But instead of just focusing on the aliens, he talks about how different civilizations interact, the rules of survival, and what life means. In another book, The Wandering Earth, he thinks about what will happen when our solar system ends and humans need to find a new home. But all his ideas are based on real science. Liu’s books aren’t just dreams — they’re grounded in facts. (例如，在《三体》中，他讲述了一个外星人来到地球的故事。但他并没有仅仅聚焦于外星人，而是探讨了不同文明如何互动、生存的法则以及生命的意义。在另一部作品《流浪地球》中，他思考了当太阳系终结、人类需要寻找新家园时将会发生什么。但他所有的想法都基于真实的科学。刘的作品并非只是空想 —— 它们是建立在事实基础之上的)”等描述分析其写作风格可知，本文主旨为刘慈欣的成就与写作风格。故选B项。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 期末复习之阅读理解16篇 （必修三，选修一单元话题) 必修三Unit 1 Nature in the Balance单元话题：人与自然 Unit 2 Natural Disasters单元话题：自然灾害 Unit 3 The world Online单元话题：信息技术 Unit 4 Scientists Who Changed the World单元话题：科学家 选修一Unit 1 Food Matters单元话题：饮食 Unit 2 The Universal Language单元话题：音乐 Unit 3 The Art of Painting单元话题：旅游观光与绘画 Unit 4 Exploring Poetry单元话题：诗歌 按照单元顺序，从上到下依次对应两篇单元话题习题训练 Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of British Columbia have discovered a new carnivorous (食肉的) plant in Western North America. Triantha occidentalis makes its home in wetlands from Alaska to California. In the summer, its tall flower stems appear, which are coated with sticky hairs that trap small insects. The scientists discovered that the plant acquires more than half of its nitrogen (氮) by digesting these trapped insects, a welcome treat in its nutrient-poor home. This is the 12th known independent evolution of carnivory in the plant kingdom, and the first time the feature has been discovered in the order Al-ismatales, a group of largely flowering plants growing in water. “What’s particularly unique about this plant is that it traps insects near its insect-pollinated (虫媒传粉的) flowers,” says lead author Qianshi Lin. “On the surface, this seems like a conflict between carnivory and pollination because you don’t want to kill the insects that are helping you reproduce.” However, the plant appears to be capable of sorting out friends from food. “We believe that the plant is able to do this because its hairs are not very sticky, and can only catch small insects so that the much larger and stronger bees and butterflies that act as its pollinators are not caught,” says Tom Givnish, a UW-Madison professor. With the help of models Givnish developed, the researchers calculated that the plant acquired up to 64% of its nitrogen from insects, similar to known carnivorous plants. Lin also found that Triantha occidentalis belongs to the group of carnivorous plants that can produce a special chemical substance. As a result, it doesn’t rely on microbes to digest insects in pools of water before the plant can take in the leftovers. The fact that Triantha occidentalis’ carnivorous lifestyle escaped people’s notice for so long despite the plant’s large number and its growth near large cities suggests that more such plants are waiting to be discovered off the beaten path. 1．What is the key feature of Triantha occidentalis? A．Its leaves can catch small insects. B．Its flowers have medicinal value. C．It feeds on insects for its specific need. D．It can adapt to various climatic conditions. 2．What can be inferred from Tom Givnish’s words about the plant? A．It’s capable of self-pollinating. B．It won’t hurt larger insects acting as its pollinators. C．It can’t distinguish its pollinators from other insects. D．It causes a conflict between carnivory and pollination. 3．What’s implied about Triantha occidentalis in Paragraph 5? A．It has trouble taking in nitrogen. B．It has the ability to directly digest its food. C．It’s different from other carnivorous plants. D．It’s heavily dependent on microbes for its growth. 4．What is the text mainly about? A．Mystery in the plant kingdom. B．The living environment of carnivorous plants. C．Some ways carnivorous plants use to catch insects. D．Basic facts about a newly discovered carnivorous plant. As a result of pollution, Lake Erie, on the borders of the USA and Canada, is now left without any living things. Pollution in water is not simply a matter of “poisons” killing large numbers of fish overnight. Very often the effects of pollution are not noticed for many months or years because the first organisms (生物体) to be affected are either plants or plankton. But these organisms are the food of fish and birds and other creatures. When this food disappears, the fish and birds die too. In this way, a whole food chain can be wiped out, and it’s not until dead fish and water birds are seen at the river’s edge or on the seashore that people realize what is happening. Where do the things which pollute the water come from? There are two main sources-sewage (污水) and industrial waste. As more detergent (洗涤剂) is used in the home, more of it is finally put into our rivers, lakes and seas. Detergents harm water birds, dissolving the natural substances which keep their feathers water-proof. Sewage itself, if not properly treated, makes the water dirty and prevents all forms of life in rivers and the sea from receiving the oxygen they need. Industrial waste is even more harmful as there are many highly poisonous things in it, such as copper and lead. So, if we want to stop this pollution, the answer is simple: Sewage and industrial waste must be made clear before flowing into the water. It may already be too difficult to save some rivers and lakes, but others can still be saved if the correct action is taken at once. 1．Why did people pay little attention to the effects of pollution at first? A．Dealing with the pollution was costly. B．They were busy with making a living. C．The effects were not noticeable to humans. D．They thought the pollution problem easy to solve. 2．What does the underlined phrase “wiped out” in paragraph 2 most probably mean? A．Removed carefully. B．Restored to health. C．Protected from harm. D．Destroyed completely. 3．What does paragraph 3 mainly tell us about the water pollution? A．Its prevention. B．Its sources. C．Its cleanup. D．Its management. 4．What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph? A．Call for action. B．Make a comparison. C．Provide evidence. D．Have a discussion. January 2025 was the hottest January in recorded human history, with global temperatures entering record territory according to Copernicus Climate Change Service and Atmosphere Monitoring Service and ECMWF ERA5 dataset. Climate scientist Zeke Hausfather said that January 2025 was warmer than every January measured by scientists, surpassing the last record set in January 2024 by a sizable margin (幅度). “This means that January 2025 stands out as abnormal even by the standards of the last two years,” Hausfather explains. Scientists expected this January to be cooler than previous Januaries because of the ocean current cycles like El Niño and La Niña. Yet those predictions (预测) did not come to pass. “We don’t have El Niño to kick around anymore,” Yulsman said. “Its impacts actually disappeared months ago. Adding to the puzzle is the fact that we’re in the midst of a La Niña, which typically cools things down.” The year 2024 was the warmest year in modern history, with average global temperatures surpassing 1.5℃ above pre-industrial levels for the first time ever. The Atlantic hurricane (飓风) season was unusually extreme, droughts and wildfires causing widespread suffering. Humans emitted (排放) a record-breaking 37.4 billion tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, though. The total carbon dioxide concentration in the atmosphere has increased from 280 ppm before the Industrial Revolution to 420 ppm as of 2023, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. “This human release of heat-trapping gasses is the primary cause of the increases in extreme weather like flood, drought, heatwaves and generally unusual weather that we are all experiencing,” Dr. Twila Moon, the deputy lead scientist at the National Snow and Ice Data Center, said. “It is well known that reducing these emissions is key to minimizing risk and damage into the future. And how to achieve these reductions is well mapped out with the technology to do it. The pressure is now focused on social, cultural, business and political will.” 1．Why did scientists fail to predict the temperature of January 2025? A．The reference data was limited. B．Ocean current cycles changed sharply. C．La Niña didn’t function as expected. D．The influence of El Niño continued. 2．What do the figures in paragraph 4 mainly show? A．Climate cycles have their own natural phenomena. B．La Niña’s effect is weaker than scientists expected. C．Emissions continue despite worsening climate impacts. D．Global temperatures experience regular ups and downs. 3．What do Dr. Twila Moon’s words suggest in the last paragraph? A．Technology is still the barrier. B．Action falls behind solutions. C．Climate change is unavoidable. D．Governments refuse teamwork. 4．What does the text mainly talk about? A．The record warmth in January 2025 and its causes. B．The global impact of El Niño and La Niña in 2025. C．The technological solutions for reducing carbon emissions. D．The history of climate change research and its key findings. Massive flooding in America’s Yellowstone National Park caused widespread damage and resulted in many changes. The recent floodwaters changed the path of a river popular for fishing. It also damaged homes, bridges and roadways. Yellowstone became America’s first national park in 1872. It is known for its natural beauty that includes mountains, rivers and lakes. The forces of fire and ice have shaped the park for thousands of years. It is a place where visitors can get close to different kinds of wildlife. Flooding caused by heavy rains and melting mountain snow did cause a lot of damage. It drove more than 10,000 visitors out of the park. The rain also damaged hundreds of homes in nearby communities. Luckily, no one was reported hurt. However, the park could remain closed for up to one week. Some entrances might not open all summer. The water also washed away camp structures, flooded small towns and cut power to parts of southern Montana and northern Wyoming. The event happened as the park was beginning its busy summer season and received millions of summer visitors. The Yellowstone River was running at a historically high level of 4.9 meters as it flowed past Billings, Montana’s largest city. The city got its water from the river and was forced to close its treatment plant because it couldn’t operate effectively with water levels that high. Billings officials said the city only had a 24-hour supply of water. They were asking people to protect water until the river could drop and the plant could restart operations. “None of us planned a 500-year flood event on the Yellowstone when we designed the equipment,” said Debi Meling, the city’s director of public works. Yellowstone officials said, “The northern half of the park is likely to remain closed over the summer. This will greatly affect local economies that depend on summer tourists. But we have faith in the park repairs and economic recovery.” 1．What makes Yellowstone National Park special? A．It is America’s largest national park. B．It has rich cultural human activities. C．It possesses diverse natural scenery and wildlife. D．It suffers widespread damage and many changes. 2．What can we learn about flooding from paragraph 3? A．The bad effects it caused. B．The time it lasted. C．The repairs all the people did. D．The wildlife hurt in it. 3．What happened to the treatment plant in Billings after flooding? A．It had to stop working due to the water rising. B．It was forced to treat water for the city as usual. C．It was asked to restart the equipment to protect water. D．It merely cut down the city’s water supply for 24 hours. 4．What’s the attitude of Yellowstone officials to the rebuilding work after flooding? A．Keen. B．Incredible. C．Unconcerned. D．Confident. A study has challenged the claim that electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets may lead to dementia (痴呆). The study has found that among older people who regularly use technological products, the decline in cognitive ability is slower. It is unclear whether the technology staves off mental decline, or whether people with better cognitive skills simply use them more, but the scientists say the findings question the claim that screen time drives what has been called “digital dementia”. Jared Benge and his colleague Dr Michael Scullin, a cognitive neuroscientist at Baylor University in Texas, analysed 57 published studies that examined the use of digital technology in 411,430 adults around the world. The average age was 69 years old and all had a cognitive test or diagnosis. The scientists found no evidence for the digital dementia hypothesis, which suggests that a lifetime of using digital technology drives mental decline. Rather, they found that using a computer, smartphone, the internet or some combination of these was associated with a lower risk of cognitive impairment. More work is needed to explain the findings, but the researchers suspect a two-way relationship supports the results. In this case, people with better thinking skills are more likely to use digital devices, but there are also cognitive benefits to be had from embracing the technology. Benge noted that digital tools could help people engage in complex activities and boost their social connections, both of which appeared to be good for the ageing brain. Professor Peter Etchells, the director of the Centre for Research on Science and Society at Bath Spa University in the UK, said: “This is a really nice study that shows the research area is starting to mature. It’s starting to move beyond the blind acceptance that screen time is something useful to talk about. It’s starting to pose what the next questions should be.” 1．What does the underlined phrase “staves off” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Causes. B．Delays. C．Worsens. D．Detects. 2．What did Jared Benge and Michael Scullin find through their research? A．Digital technology has no effect on cognitive ability.​ B．Screen time is closely related to “digital dementia”.​ C．Regular use of technological products slows cognitive decline in older people.​ D．People with worse cognitive skills use digital devices more frequently. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?​ A．The digital dementia hypothesis has been proven by many studies.​ B．Digital tools can only help people boost their social connections.​ C．The average age of the adults in the 57 studies was 69 years old.​ D．There is a one - way relationship between digital use and cognitive ability. 4．What is Professor Peter Etchells’ attitude towards the study? A．Doubtful. B．Critical. C．indifferent. D．Favorable. Nowadays, the global logistics industry is undergoing a remarkable digital transformation. This shift is driven by the need to enhance efficiency and meet the growing demands of the modern market.​ One of the key aspects of this transformation is the application of the Internet of Things (IoT). Many logistics companies are using IoT sensors to track packages in real-time. For example, sensors attached to containers can monitor the temperature, humidity, and location of goods during transit. This allows companies to ensure the safety of their products and also provides customers with accurate delivery information. In a large international shipping company, after adopting IoT technology, the rate of lost packages decreased by 20% as they could always know where the packages were.​ Big data is another crucial element. Logistics firms analyze vast amounts of data related to past delivery times, transportation routes, and customer preferences. By doing so, they can predict future demand more accurately. A well-known express delivery company used big data analysis to optimize its delivery routes. As a result, it reduced delivery times by an average of 15% and saved a significant amount of fuel costs.​ Moreover, artificial intelligence (AI) is being utilized to automate certain processes. AI-powered chatbots are now used by many logistics companies to answer customer inquiries promptly. They can provide information about package status, delivery estimates, and even help with basic problem-solving. This not only improves customer service but also reduces the workload of human employees.​ 1．Why is the global logistics industry going through a digital transformation?​ A．To reduce the number of employees.​ B．To enhance efficiency and meet market demands.​ C．To increase the price of logistics services.​ D．To make the industry more complex.​ 2．How does the IoT help in the logistics industry?​ A．It helps in reducing the size of packages.​ B．It enables real-time tracking of packages and monitoring of goods' conditions.​ C．It increases the cost of transportation.​ D．It makes the delivery process slower.​ 3．What can logistics firms do with big data?​ A．They can ignore customer preferences.​ B．They can make delivery routes more complicated.​ C．They can predict future demand accurately and optimize delivery routes.​ D．They can increase the amount of fuel consumption.​ 4．What is the function of AI-powered chatbots in logistics companies?​ A．They can create more problems for customers.​ B．They can replace all human employees.​ C．They can answer customer inquiries quickly and improve customer service.​ D．They can only provide limited information. Having role models in life is important. Michael Jordan changed the game of basketball forever and many of the stars of the game had his poster in their bedroom growing up. Of course, there are negative role models as well that do not set the right example for us. Yet new research has now suggested that even the positive role models include good and bad ones. There was one child who had posters of Thomas Edison on his wall and one child with posters of Albert Einstein on his wall. If everything else was equal in their life, who would do better? A new study appears to suggest that Edison is a better role model. While Einstein may attract someone to the field of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), they struggle to stay in that field. This is because once things get tough they will look inward and decide that they don’t have the talent that Albert Einstein had and are just not cut out for a career in STEM. What Thomas Edison did have was an unbelievable attitude. He worked extremely hard on his projects. He famously failed 10,000 times before finding a way to make the light bulb work. To this, he said, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” The hard work of Edison had paid off and those who read the story believed it was worth giving a challenge a try, so they may not give up so easily. Today in STEM there is a huge issue in getting people to complete degrees. It has one of the highest rates of dropout due to the level of difficulty in the courses. Governments who invest (投资) millions in their STEM universities as they want the best and brightest minds of tomorrow have a huge concern about it. It now appears that by using proper motivators (激励因素), many more may be willing to stick it out. 1．How are people affected by Thomas Edison as a role model? A．They will deal with their struggles through hard work. B．They will doubt themselves when facing difficulties. C．They will be more encouraged to make inventions. D．They will perhaps become interested in STEM. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in the last paragraph refer to? A．There are few good role models for students. B．STEM courses are too difficult for students. C．Too many students give up STEM courses. D．Much money is needed for STEM universities. 3．What can be a suitable title for the text? A．Good and bad role models B．The power of famous people C．Courses in STEM: easy or difficult? D．Who worked hard: Einstein or Edison? In the dim light of a small Parisian laboratory, Marie Curie bent over her workbench, her hands shaking slightly from tiredness. It was 1898, and she had spent countless nights analyzing pitchblende (沥青铀矿), a material believed to contain traces of radioactivity — a term she herself had created. Her husband Pierre, though doubtful at first, now stood beside her, sharing her devotion. The couple’s goal was to separate a new element hidden within the ore (矿石). Months turned into years. Their lab, poorly aired and freezing in winter, became their second home. Worst of all, Marie’s fingers were often burned by acidic chemicals, and their savings shrank as they bought more raw materials. Yet, she refused to give up. “We must believe that we are gifted for something,” she wrote in her journal, “and that this thing must be achieved.” One evening, as Marie stirred a boiling mixture, a faint blue glow caught her eye. Her heart raced. The substance gave off light without heat — a phenomenon never before documented. After four tough years, they had discovered polonium and radium. The scientific community erupted in both appreciation and doubt. Critics questioned how a woman, let alone a Polish immigrant, could achieve such a breakthrough. But Marie, unwavering, continued her research, even as her health worsened from radiation exposure. In 1903, Marie and Pierre, alongside Henri Becquerel, won the Nobel Prize in Physics. She became the first woman to receive the honor. Yet, tragedy struck in 1906 when Pierre died in a traffic accident. Grief-stricken, Marie buried herself in work, later winning a second Nobel in Chemistry in 1911. Her discoveries paved the way for X-ray technology in World War I, saving countless lives. 1．What was the most challenging for Marie and Pierre in their research? A．The lack of advanced equipment. B．The terrible working conditions. C．The money problems and health risks. D．The doubt from the scientific community. 2．What was the reaction of the scientific community to Marie Curie’s discovery at first? A．Total approval. B．Mixed responses. C．Complete uncaring. D．Strong opposition. 3．Why did Marie Curie continue her research despite facing health problems? A．To prove herself against doubters. B．To win more Nobel Prizes. C．To save people in World War I. D．To fulfill her belief in her gift. 4．Which of the following best describes Marie Curie? A．Careful and promising. B．Intelligent and fortunate. C．Determined and self-confident. D．Generous and hard-working. Josh Klein is a pioneer in finding creative solutions to one of the world’s most pressing environmental problems: food waste. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately one-third of the food produced worldwide is wasted every year, which amounts to about 1.3 billion tons. Josh, however, isn’t just talking about the problem — he’s actively working to solve it. Josh Klein founded Spoiler Alert, a startup that helps businesses manage and reduce food waste by connecting surplus food with charitable organizations and food banks. The platform allows companies to sell or donate food that might otherwise go to waste, creating a win-win situation for both businesses and communities in need. Josh’s journey into the world of food waste innovation began while he was working in the tech industry. He realized that just like many other industries, food production and distribution could benefit from more efficient management. His company, Spoiler Alert, uses technology to provide real-time data to businesses, helping them track food waste and make more informed decisions. By streamlining (增产节约) food distribution and connecting businesses with organizations in need, Josh’s platform helps to redirect millions of pounds of food away from landfills. One of the most important aspects of Josh’s approach is the use of technology to solve a real-world problem. Through data analytics and a user-friendly interface, Spoiler Alert has transformed the way companies think about waste. Instead of seeing excess food as a loss, businesses are now able to see it as a valuable resource that can benefit others. Josh’s work not only reduces food waste but also helps provide food to those who need it most. His platform has already been adopted by large companies in the food industry, and it continues to grow as more businesses recognize the potential of reducing waste while giving back to their communities. Through his innovation, Josh Klein is showing the world how technology and entrepreneurship (企业家精神) can make a meaningful impact on society. By tackling food waste, he is helping to create a more sustainable future for everyone. 1．What is the main goal of Josh Klein’s startup, Spoiler Alert? A．To support agricultural development in poor regions. B．To optimize food production processes for companies. C．To address food waste through nonprofit partnerships. D．To minimize waste by commercializing excess food. 2．How does Spoiler Alert assist businesses in reducing food waste? A．By offering real-time data to track food waste. B．By selling surplus food to consumers directly. C．By offering large discounts on food production. D．By providing a platform to advertise surplus food. 3．What change in business attitude does Josh Klein’s platform promote? A．Focusing only on reducing food production costs. B．Treating excess food as a loss rather than a resource. C．Reducing the amount of food produced to minimize waste. D．Viewing surplus food as a valuable resource for donation. 4．Which of the following best describes Josh Klein? A．Creative and friendly. B．Passionate and generous. C．Innovative and determined. D．Ambitious and warm-hearted. Back in the summer of 2017, I was busy studying in Beijing when I suddenly got homesick for some Western food. So, I wandered the streets nearby until I came across a restaurant and finally found it — whole chicken! In my head, I imagined a juicy, tender (嫩的) whole bird with perfectly crispy (酥脆的) browned skin with a side of mashed potatoes (土豆泥): just the way it is always prepared in America, right? For some reason, I never stopped to think that the Chinese definition of a “whole chicken” might be different from my assumptions. I waved a waiter over and hurriedly pointed to the line on the menu to show my food request. Finally, I would be able to satisfy my eagerness! Yet, when the bird finally landed on my plate, my wide grin (咧嘴笑) turned to one of shock. Rather than a golden crispy brown, the skin was instead bright yellow. But the most obvious was something that I would rather not have seen at all: the head! In all my years of eating chicken, I had never seen the head still attached to the rest of the body. Yet here it was, staring back at me. In America, although people understand where meat comes from, the way food is presented means they aren’t reminded of the living animal it once was. When staring face-to-face with the dead bird on my plate, that fact was made much more apparent. Still, I carried on, trying to ignore the head while I dug into the chicken breast (胸脯肉). But, even here, I found organs (器官) like the heart and lungs that had not been totally removed. Finally, I gave up and just focused on the rice instead. Afterward, I came to understand chicken is almost always served with the head in Chinese dishes. Although my tolerance for food has expanded since then, I will never forget the first time I ordered a whole chicken and got more than what I had expected. 1．Why did the author go to eat a whole chicken? A．He missed the food of his home country. B．He wanted to try Chinese-style chicken. C．He came across a unique restaurant. D．He liked its picture on the menu. 2．What shocked the author most? A．The chicken’s size. B．The chicken’s dark color. C．The chicken not being crispy. D．The chicken served with its head. 3．Why did the author give up eating the chicken finally? A．He disliked its taste. B．He preferred the rice. C．He found organs inside. D．He missed American food. 4．What does the author think of Chinese food in the end? A．Acceptable. B．Scary. C．Tasty. D．Comfortable. 5．What does the passage mainly talk about? A．Eating habits in China. B．Cooking style of Chinese chicken. C．My homesickness in China. D．My first taste of a chicken in China. A touching moment at an airport was captured in a Reddit video shared by users. In the clip, a young girl in a wheelchair approaches a pianist setting up to play. Flashing a confident smile, she asks if he would like to perform together. The pianist agrees without hesitation, asking which instrument she plays. When she replies, “cello,” excitement fills the air. Moments later, the pianist, the young cellist, and her teacher take their places on the platform, ready to create a beautiful musical collaboration. The airport grew silent as the young girl, filled with excitement, began playing alongside the pianist. Travelers quickly gathered near the public piano, absorbed in the unexpected performance and recording the moment on their phones. The cellist, 17-year-old Valentina, who is living with a rare muscle disease, poured her heart into the music, moving many in the crowd to tears. Even the pianist admitted he was in awe. “Music is my medicine,” Valentina said a heartfelt message that struck a chord with everyone. The travelers witnessed the incredible power of her music. By the end, her teacher’s proud smile reflected the inspiring spirit of this extraordinary musician. Reddit users described the performance as a shining example of humanity at its best. Many praised music’s ability to unite and heal (治愈), while the teacher’s role in making it happen earned widespread admiration. The heartfelt video touched viewers deeply, highlighting the profound impact of music and human resilience. One commenter praised the young cellist’s talent and determination, which shone through in the emotional performance, highlighting how music can overcome physical challenges and touch people worldwide. Others reflected on music’s profound impact, explaining its ability to influence brain function and well-being in humans and other living beings. One story shared described a deer attracted by a musician’s performance, emphasizing music’s universal appeal. 1．What did the video show? A．The airport was noisy with a lot of people around. B．The teacher was excited to see the famous pianist. C．The pianist was willing to cooperate with the girl. D．The disabled girl was embarrassed to perform in public. 2．How did the travelers respond to the musical cooperation? A．They were fascinated and shot the scene. B．They complained and asked for silence. C．They expressed admiration for Valentina’s talent. D．They praised the teacher’s role in making it happen. 3．What do we know about Valentina from the article? A．She used music to treat her illness. B．She was empowered spiritually by music. C．She preferred music over medical treatment. D．She suffered from a common muscle disorder. 4．Which of the following do commenters agree with? A．Music can cure people’s physical pain. B．Cooperation is a must in performances. C．Music has a force of healing and appeal. D．Teachers are crucial in training talents. Most people recognize the music John Williams wrote for the film Jaws. As soon as you hear it, you begin thinking that a shark will attack. And that is exactly what you are meant to think. The music tells you to be frightened about what you are seeing. Good film scores (配乐) always signal how to feel about what is happening on the screen. This is even clearer with Williams’ next score, for Star Wars. When Luke Skywalker appears on the screen, the music becomes heroic because he is the hero. Darth Vader is the bad guy, so his music is quite dark. No one can talk about film scores without talking about Hans Zimmer. He did the music for many films, such as The Dark Knight, Pirates of the Caribbean, and The Lion King. Zimmer and Williams have very different styles and ideas for film scores. There are people who do not like Williams’ scores for the Harry Potter films because they stand out too much, while some people do not like Zimmer’s scores because they are sometimes too subtle (不易察觉的). A third, very different kind of film composer is Tan Dun, who has a classical music background, unlike many film composers. Tan started out as a musician for the Peking Opera. However, he fell in love with Western classical music, and started writing classical Western operas that show a strong touch of Chinese music. Like his operas, the scores for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and Hero use Chinese musical instruments and styles in a Western classical music score. The music follows all of the rules of most film scores — the purpose is to tell you how to feel about the action in the film, and to help tell the story. However, perhaps because of Tan’s background in classical music, his scores can be viewed as works of art on their own without needing a film to support them. Film scores are almost always a form of classical music. However, unlike most classical music, they have never been considered high art. Perhaps with Tan Dun, this will begin to change. 1．What is the main purpose of John Williams’ music in Jaws? A．To reduce audience’s nervousness. B．To replace actors’ dialogue. C．To strengthen shark visuals. D．To guide audience’s emotions. 2．How do Zimmer and Williams differ in musical styles? A．Williams’ are not noticeable. B．Zimmer’s do not stand out enough. C．Zimmer focuses on heroic themes. D．Williams uses Chinese instruments. 3．Why are Tan Dun’s scores different from others’? A．They can stand alone as works of art. B．They are mainly electronic music. C．They overstress Peking Opera styles. D．They abandon Western music rules. 4．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Classical music may perfect film scores. B．Tan Dun’s scores may be a game changer. C．Traditional music may replace film scores. D．Film scores are always seen as low art. The first time my daughter, Maia, realized I was leaving on a trip without her, she was alarmed. Seeing photos of where I was going, she cried and asked why I was going to leave her behind. I tried to explain my work as a travel writer. But as my husband, Evan, pulled her off my leg so I could leave, I wondered if my solo trips would be worth the effort of going without her. A few days later, I returned home and Maia was happy to hear about my trip. She told me I could keep going on trips for work — but we’d compromise (妥协)：she’d come with me. One year later, an invitation came to experience the Rocky Mountaineer on a parent-child journey. And as scary as it seemed to take a preschooler on a train, the trip sounded too good to pass up. Dressed in her most beautiful train-riding clothes, four-year-old Maia watched me take notes about the scenery we chugged along the Fraser River in BC． Wanting to prove her worth as an assistant, she began interviewing the Australian couple sitting beside us. Unable to spell more than a few words, she drew their answers in crayon (蜡笔). She ended up being such an easy travel companion and we found a special rhythm on the road together. When she was six, we flew to the Riviera Maya in Mexico. I was impressed by how cheerfully fearless she was when we swam in cenotes (天然井). But it was on the flight home, when my little kid said it was okay that the airline didn’t seat us together, that I realized how much travel was shaping her. Research says that travel can expand a kid’s world, helping them become more adaptable while developing their creativity and imagination. Seeing those changes in Maia, I am really grateful for that compromise I made with her. 1．What can we learn about the author from the first two paragraphs? A．She gave up work for family. B．She enjoyed travelling alone. C．She went on trips for work. D．She travelled a lot with her kid. 2．What did the author think of the Rocky Mountaineer trip with Maia? A．Annoying. B．Enjoyable. C．Tiring. D．Awkward. 3．What influence did travel have on Maia? A．She became much closer to the writer. B．She grew braver and more independent. C．She became more outgoing and cheerful. D．She made new friends and learned new skills. 4．What is a suitable title for the text? A．The Joys of Travelling with Children B．The Challenges of Accompanying Kids C．The Reflection on Working as a Travel Writer D．The Approaches to Making Travel Comfortable Holidays matter. They are a chance to step away from everyday life and reconnect with the people we love; a time to relax, to be the real us, or indeed to be whoever we want to be. And once the sand has been washed from the toes, holidays can leave us with a suitcase of life-long happy memories. Yet today in the UK at least 1.46 million families can’t afford a single day out together, let alone a holiday night away from home. Millions of British children this year won’t get to paddle (划船) in the sea, or build a sandcastle. Nothing to report when they return to school in September. No happy memories to help them improve their learning and behaviour. That’s why the Family Holiday Association (FHA) exists. It is the only national charity that devotes itself to helping struggling families enjoy precious time together. Many are dealing with severe illness, poverty, disability, poor mental health and so on. They are referred to the Association. This work is often done by the professionals such as teachers, social workers, and doctors. The Family Holiday Association was founded 43 years ago by Pat and Joan Laurance, who were unemployed with a young, sick child, living in a single room. A friend offered them a week in a flat on the Essex coast in return for cat-sitting. They fed the cat. They walked on the bench. They laughed and paddled. And guess what? After a few days of enjoying fun they came home with new-found energy to face whatever life might throw at them. The Laurances determined that other struggling families should also gain the benefits of a simple holiday and the charity was born. Since then more than 120,000 parents and children have been able to enjoy a break happily, usually a few days by the British seaside. 1．What can we know from Paragraph 1? A．Going to the beach is the best choice. B．To be a real person makes him or her relaxed. C．Taking holidays can leave people little memories. D．The writer thinks taking a holiday is important. 2．What does the underlined word “they” refer to in Paragraph 3? A．Struggling families. B．The professionals. C．Other charities. D．The Laurances. 3．What is the writer’s opinion about holidays? A．They are too costly for UK people. B．They can bring charities much money. C．They help build families’ relationships. D．They are only needed by school children. 4．What’s the best title for the text? A．Holidays Improve Kids’ Learning. B．British People Lack Holidays. C．Holidays Matter to School Children. D．Struggling Families Also Need Holidays. Novelist and screenwriter Hanif Kureishi remembers only bits and pieces of the day in 2022 when his life changed forever. He recalls being sick with a stomach infection and starting to feel faint (昏眩) and then his memory got unclear. Looking back, Kureishi says, he likely stood up to walk, and then fell flat on his face, breaking his neck. Kureishi says when he woke up, he was in a pool of blood. He could speak, but he was unable to move his hands or other parts of his body. He spent a year in hospital before he was able to return home, where he was assisted by 24-hour caregivers. “In the beginning, there was a lot of anger,” he says. “Your ordinary life was taken away from you by an illness-as will happen to so many of us—you are absolutely angry. And you become angry with the people around you. You become angry with your life.” Kureishi was nominated (提名) for an Oscar for his screenplay of the 1985 film My Beautiful Launderette. He went on to more films and books, including the 1990 novel The Buddha of Suburbia. Kureishi started writing his new life story, Shattered, just days after the break by dictating (口述) the story to his wife and his son. In it, he describes being completely dependent on others, feeling helpless and ashamed. But he says writing about his condition also gives him purpose. Even though he can’t use his fingers to hold something or pick up a pen or anything like that, he is writing a blog every single day about his condition. He feels stronger than he was. Now he is writing another book. He is very excited about what he is doing, and he gets up in the morning and looks forward to the day, thinking what he is going to do today and whether it is going to be exciting. 1．What happened to Kureishi in 2022? A．He lost his memory. B．He had his face broken. C．He suffered an accident. D．He got a sudden stomachache. 2．How did Kureishi adapt to writing after losing the ability to move? A．He got support from his family. B．The prize he won inspired him. C．He learned to type with his feet. D．He hired a responsible caregiver. 3．Which of the following best describes Kureishi? A．Bitter and defeated. B．Strong-willed and adaptable. C．Productive and carefree. D．Fearful and disheartened. 4．What can be the best title for the text? A．Challenge Himself: from Screen to Novel B．Shattered: Presentation of New Life Story C．An Unexpected Disaster Turned into Fortune D．A Writer’s Journey to Recovery Through Words Maybe no one understands the power of imagination better than Chinese writer Liu Cixin. Until four years ago, Liu was a full-time computer engineer at a power plant in Shanxi. He only wrote science fiction in his free time. But it was during this time that his imagination really took off. He did things he might never get to do in real life — like traveling in space, fighting aliens, and visiting faraway planets. Even with such a powerful imagination, Liu, who is 55 years old, probably didn’t expect that he would become the first Asian to win the Hugo Award in 2015. That’s the top prize in science fiction. He might also have never imagined that former US President Barack Obama would read his book The Three-Body Problem, or that he would win the 2018 Arthur C． Clarke Award for Imagination in Service to Society on November 9 in Washington DC． This was the first time a Chinese writer had ever won this award. In his speech when he accepted the award, Liu said that his imagination came from Arthur C． Clarke, a famous UK sci-fi writer. He said that reading Clarke’s book 2001: A Space Odyssey in the early 1980s changed his life. “My mind opened up in a way it never had before. I felt like a small river finally seeing the ocean,” Liu said. “That night, the night sky looked completely different to me. For the first time, I was amazed by how mysterious the universe is.” But even though Liu’s imagination takes him to faraway places, his books always make sense. In The Three-Body Problem, for example, he tells a story about aliens coming to Earth. But instead of just focusing on the aliens, he talks about how different civilizations interact, the rules of survival, and what life means. In another book, The Wandering Earth, he thinks about what will happen when our solar system ends and humans need to find a new home. But all his ideas are based on real science. Liu’s books aren’t just dreams — they’re grounded in facts. 1．What do we know about Liu Cixin? A．He became a full-time writer when he was young. B．He is the first Asian to win the Arthur Clarke Award. C．He is the first Chinese winner of the Hugo Award. D．He dreamed about wandering in space from childhood. 2．Liu Cixin’s words are used mainly to show ________. A．his feeling after reading Clarke’s work B．his love of reading science fiction C．his interest in mysteries of the universe D．his confusion when he started writing 3．Why did the author mention The Three-Body Problem and The Wandering Earth? A．To prove that Liu Cixinˈs works relate science to reality. B．To explain how Liu Cixin came up with his ideas. C．To show that Liu Cixin has a powerful imagination. D．To compare the different writing styles in the two books. 4．What’s the text mainly about? A．Liu Cixin’s contributions to science fiction. B．Liu Cixin’s achievements and writing style. C．How Liu Cixin became a sci-fi writer. D．How Liu Cixin started a new sci-fi style. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$