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难度：3星（高二） 主题语境：人与社会-科学与技术-技术 1. 自冷铝罐：饮料降温新神器！ There are few things better than a cold drink on a hot summer day. However, with rising energy costs from refrigeration (制冷) each year, it's high time humanity developed a more eco-friendly way to chill drinks. Enter Delta H Innovations, a London-based company that claims to have developed the world's first self- cooling aluminum can (铝罐) — the "Cool Can". The Cool Can looks like a normal aluminum drink can except for the large "power" button on the bottom. The base of the can serves as a hidden water container, while the space between the can's double aluminum walls holds special cooling salts. When the button is pressed, the water is released and reacts with the salts, creating a chemical reaction that rapidly chills the drink. The company claims that the Cool Can can lower the temperature of its liquid contents to about 6-7 ℃ and keep them cool for up to 45 minutes. According to James Vyse, the founder of Delta H Innovations, the added cost to the consumer will be hardly noticeable, especially since the Cool Can significantly reduces refrigeration costs. It is fully recyclable and can be used almost anywhere. However, to make room for the self-cooling system, a 500ml-sized can holds only about 70% of the volume of a conventional can of the same size, which may slightly limit its capacity for certain uses. Jonatan Pinkse, a professor of sustainable business at King's Business School, London, pointed out that the can uses more aluminum than regular cans, due to its double-layered aluminum design, which could result in a higher environmental footprint. While acknowledging this concern, he also noted that the potential for widespread adoption of this design could still contribute to more sustainable practices in the long run, as it could reduce the need for energy-intensive ( 耗能的) refrigeration in commercial settings such as supermarkets. This, he explained, would be especially relevant if the technology could be adopted more widely, potentially creating a shift in consumer behavior and influencing product design. 1. Why was the Cool Can developed? A.To extend the shelf life of drinks. B.To improve the flavor of cold drinks. C.To reduce the cost of producing aluminum cans. D.To provide an energy-efficient way to chill drinks. 2. What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us about the Cool Can? A.Its designing process. B.Its working principle. C.Its ordinary materials. D.Its broad applications. 3. What is a disadvantage of the Cool Can? A.It has a limited capacity. B.It is difficult to transport. C.It requires special facilities to recycle. D.It can only be used in certain situations. 4. Which statement about the Cool Can would Jonatan Pinkse probably agree with? A.It will potentially bring long-term environmental benefits. B.The extra aluminum usage denies its eco-friendly advantages. C.The innovative double-layered structure will be well received. D.It has a smaller business value than traditional refrigeration systems. 难度：4星（高三） 主题语境：人与自我-做人与做事-优秀品行和人生意义 2.你是“新奇爱好者”吗？ Many young children are unwilling to try new foods. For some parents, encouraging children to eat adventurously is about more than nutrition — it's about helping them embrace ( 接受) the pleasures of variety. This reflects a broader principle: openness to new experiences enriches life and increases happiness. Neophilia, or a love of new experiences, is strongly positively associated with happiness. According to research psychologist Carroll Izard, interest — one of the two basic positive emotions (the other being joy) — is naturally sparked by exposure to new things. Individuals who are open to novelty tend to experience this positive emotion more frequently and intensely than those who avoid it. Studies suggest that about 57% of neophilia is genetic, with certain mitochondrial enzymes linked to novelty-seeking characteristics. However, other aspects also play a role: openness tends to decrease with age, and politically progressive individuals are generally more neophilic. Higher intelligence and caring parenting styles also foster openness, while strict parenting tends to reduce it. These elements combined shape an individual's openness to new experiences. However, people overly driven by novelty may become restless, addicted to stimulation, and trapped in cycles of constant change. While it encourages exploration and creativity, satisfaction is also hard to attain as we quickly build tolerance to new novelties. Neophiliacs often jump between projects, quit jobs, and move frequently — which, as Benjamin Storey and Jenna Silber Storey show in their book Why We Are Restless, are all things that tend to make people less content in life. Finding a healthy degree of neophilia is key to a balanced and fulfilling life. Ultimately, neophilia is not about endlessly chasing the new. Rather, it's about cultivating a hunger for life itself, a sense of curiosity that keeps us open, engaged, and alive. The well-being associated with neophilia comes from developing an appreciation for life's diverse offerings, opening your eyes to a world of richness, beauty, and adventure. It's not about novelty itself but about the mindset that embraces life as an evolving adventure. 1. What do we know about individuals with neophilia? A.They are more positive about life. B.They can maintain long-term happiness. C.They are experts at dealing with challenges. D.They tend to feel interested more frequently. 2. What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A.Factors contributing to neophilia. B.Benefits of developing neophilia. C.Influences of parenting styles on neophilia. D.Differences in neophilia across different ages. 3. What is a negative impact of excessive neophilia? A.It reduces creative productivity. B.It lowers adaptability to routine. C.It prevents sustained satisfaction. D.It results in emotional exhaustion. 4. Which of the following best reveals the author's conclusion? A.An open mindset fosters motivation for exploring. B.Happiness lies in embracing life with open curiosity. C.Personal well-being depends on constant new experiences. D.The pursuit of novelty is a key to achieving a fulfilling life. 3.难度：4星（高三） 主题语境：人与社会-文学艺术与体育-绘画与建筑 睡莲城市 We can learn a lot from nature. Architect Vincent Callebaut looks to our environment as a guide for designing his forward-thinking structures. His conceptual creation, Lilypad, is a perfect example. The Lilypad is a floating island inspired by the Victoria amazonica, a giant water lily (睡莲) whose leaves can grow up to nearly 10 feet. Their veins ( 静 脉 ) spread out from the center, forming a strong yet lightweight structure. Callebaut adopted this natural principle in the city's framework, creating a self- sustaining urban ecosystem model that helps Lilypad float and remain stable while minimizing material use. The outer shell of the city copies the form of a seashell, capable of absorbing air pollution and reducing its ecological footprint. The Lilypad project aims to address climate change, particularly the threat posed by rising sea levels to low-lying areas. It would function as a mobile, floating city that could hold up to 10,000 people. By floating with ocean currents and adapting to natural forces, Lilypad avoids the destruction that traditional cities in flood-risk areas face. Its flexible design allows it to adjust to changing sea levels, offering a practical solution to climate change challenges. The city relies on renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, tidal and biomass power, to achieve energy independence. Lilypad is also designed to have a central freshwater lake for rainwater collection and purification. The structure features harbor and mountain "zones" where people would work, shop, and be entertained. This approach reduces the need for long commutes, thereby lowering energy consumption and carbon emissions. Planned housing would be surrounded by floating gardens and connected by organically designed streets, which creates an eco-friendly environment for residents to live in. "In short," Callebaut concludes, "Lilypad transforms climate challenges into opportunities through a design inspired by nature, where every element works in harmony with the environment." It is not just a vision for future urban living but a tribute to the wisdom of nature, showcasing the potential for a harmonious relationship between architectural design and ecosystems. 1. What inspired the structural design of Lilypad? A.The outer shape of a seashell. B.The smooth surface of a water lily. C.The concept of minimal material use. D.The veins of Victoria amazonic leaves. 2. What is the purpose of the Lilypad project? A.To provide temporary shelter during flooding. B.To serve as a research center for urban planning. C.To offer an alternative solution to rising sea levels. D.To ease the effect of ocean currents on residents' lives. 3. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A.The practical functions of Lilypad. B.The sustainable design of Lilypad. C.The architectural style of Lilypad. D.The economic benefits of Lilypad. 4. Which of the following best indicates the Lilypad design's core idea? A.Reducing dependence on traditional energy. B.Expanding the construction scale of city facilities. C.Improving the efficiency of resource allocation in cities. D.Following natural principles to achieve ecological balance. 参考答案 1.自冷铝罐：饮料降温新神器！ 1.D 解题思路：细节理解题。根据第一段的内容可知 ，随着制冷的能源成本逐年上升 ，人类迫切需要开发一种 更环保的饮料降温方式。总部位于伦敦的Delta H Innovations公司声称他们已经开发出了世界上第一个自冷 却铝罐——Cool Can。 由此可知 ，这个自冷却铝罐的开发旨在提供一种节能的方式来冷藏饮料。故选D 项。 2.B 解题思路：段落大意题。根据第二段的内容可知 ，Cool Can看起来就像一个普通的铝制饮料罐 ，只不过底 部有一个较大的“启动”按钮。罐子的底部有一个隐藏的水容器 ，而罐子的双层铝壁之间的空间则装有特殊的 冷却盐。当按下按钮时 ，水被释放并与盐发生化学反应 ，从而迅速冷却饮料。该公司声称 ，这个自冷铝罐 可以将饮料的温度降低到大约6-7℃ , 并保持冷却状态长达45分钟。 由此可知 ，第二段主要介绍了Cool Can 的工作原理。故选B项。 3.A 解题思路：细节理解题。根据第三段中的"However, to make room for …for certain uses."可知 ，为了给自冷 却系统腾出空间 ，一个500毫升规格的罐子只能容纳同规格普通罐子约70%的容量 ，这可能会在一定程度上 限制其在某些用途中的容量。 由此可知 ，Cool Can的一个缺点在于其容量有限。故选A项。 4.A 解题思路：推理判断题。根据最后一段的内容可知 ，伦敦国王学院商学院教授Jonatan Pinkse指出 ， 由于这 种罐子采用了双层铝设计 ，其铝材的用量比普通罐子更多 ，可能会增加环境足迹。尽管他承认这一担忧， 但他也指出 ，如果这种设计得到广泛采用 ，从长远来看仍有助于推动更可持续的实践 ， 因为它可以减少在 超市等商业场所对耗能巨大的冷藏设备的需求。他解释说 ，如果这种罐子被更广泛地采用 ，可能会引发消 费者行为的转变 ，并影响产品的设计方向 ，这将尤其重要。 由此可推知 ，Jonatan Pinkse认为 ，Cool Can 可能会带来长期的环境效益。故选A项。 错项分析：最后一段提及由于这种罐子采用了双层铝设计 ，其铝的用量比普通罐子更多 ，可能会增加环境 足迹 ，但从长远来看 ，这种罐子会带来潜在的环境效益 ，B项过于绝对 ，全面否定了这种罐子的环境效益； C项是根据该段细节信息臆造的选项 ，该段仅提及如果Cool Can这种双层铝设计得到广泛采用 ，从长远来 看仍有助于实现更可持续的实践 ，并未提到这是一种创新的设计并会广受好评 ，故排除C项；文中提到 Jonatan Pinkse认为这种罐子可以减少商业制冷需求 ，但并未将这种罐子与传统制冷系统的商业价值进行比 较 ，故排除D项。 2. 你是“新奇爱好者”吗？ 1.D 解题思路：细节理解题。根据第二段中的"According to research …those who avoid it."可知 ，根据研究心理 学家Carroll Izard的说法 ，兴趣是两种基本的积极情绪之一（另一种是喜悦） ，它会因接触新事物而被自然 地激发。那些对新奇事物持开放态度的人往往比那些回避新奇事物的人更频繁、更强烈地体验到这种积极 情绪。 由此可知 ，具有新奇癖的人往往更容易频繁地产生兴趣。故选D项。 2.A 解题思路：段落大意题。根据第三段的内容可知 ，研究表明 ，大约57%的新奇癖是由遗传因素决定的 ，某 些线粒体酶与寻求新奇的特征相关。然而 ，其他因素也在起作用 ：随着年龄的增长 ，开放性往往会降低 ， 而政治上较为进步的人通常更具新奇癖。较高的智力和关爱型的育儿方式有助于培养开放性 ，而严格的育 儿方式则会降低开放性。这些因素共同塑造了一个人对新体验的开放程度。 由此可知 ，第三段主要介绍了 导致新奇癖的因素。故选A项。 3.C 解题思路：细节理解题。根据第四段中的"While it encourages exploration …to make people less content in life."可知 ，虽然新奇癖会鼓励人们去探索和创造 ，但它也使得人们很难获得满足感 ， 因为我们很快就会对 新奇事物产生耐受性。新奇爱好者常常在项目之间跳跃、辞职和频繁搬家——正如Benjamin Storey和 Jenna Silber Storey在他们的书中所展示的那样 ，这些行为往往会让人在生活中感到更不满足。 由此可知， 过度的新奇癖会阻碍人们产生持久的满足感。故选C项。 4.B 解题思路：推理判断题。根据最后一段的内容可知 ，找到一个健康的新奇癖程度是实现平衡和充实生活的 关键。说到底 ，新奇癖并不是无休止地追逐新事物 ，而是关于培养对生活本身的渴望 ，一种让我们保持开 放、投入和充满活力的好奇心。与新奇癖相关的幸福感来源于对生活中多样化事物的欣赏 ，它能让你看到 一个充满丰富性、美丽和冒险的世界。这并不是关于新奇本身 ，而是关于将生活视为一场不断发展的冒险 的心态。 由此可推知 ，作者认为幸福在于怀着开放的好奇心去拥抱生活。故选B项。 3. 睡莲城市 1.D 解题思路：细节理解题。根据第二段中的"The Lilypad is a floating island … minimizing material use."可知， Lilypad是一座漂浮岛屿 ，其灵感来源于亚马逊王莲 ，这种巨大的睡莲的叶子直径可以长到近10英尺。它们 的叶脉从中心向外延伸 ，形成了一种坚固且轻巧的结构。Callebaut将这一自然原理应用于城市的框架设计 中 ，创建了一个自给自足的城市生态系统模型。它不仅能够帮助Lilypad漂浮并保持稳定 ， 同时最大限度地 减少了材料的使用。 由此可知 ，亚马逊王莲的叶脉启发了Lilypad的结构设计。故选D项。 2.C 解题思路：细节理解题。根据第三段中的"The Lilypad project aims to address climate change, particularly the threat posed by rising sea levels to low-lying areas."可知 ，Lilypad项目旨在应对气候变化 ，特别是海平 面上升对低洼地区构成的威胁。 由此可知 ，该项目提供了一种应对海平面上升问题的替代性解决方案。故 选C项。 3.B 解题思路：段落大意题。根据第四段的内容可知 ，这座城市依赖太阳能、风能、潮汐能和生物质能等可再 生能源 ，实现能源自给自足。 Lilypad还设有一个中央淡水湖 ，用于收集和净化雨水。其结构设有港口和山 地区域 ，人们可以在这里工作、购物和娱乐。这种设计减少了人们长途通勤的需求 ，从而降低了能源消耗 和碳排放。规划中的住宅将被漂浮花园环绕 ，并通过有机设计的街道相连 ，为居民创造了一个环保的生活 环境。 由此可知 ，第四段主要介绍了Lilypad的可持续性设计。故选B项。 4.D 解题思路：推理判断题。根据最后一段的内容可知 ，Callebaut表示 ，Lilypad通过受自然启发的设计 ，将气 候挑战转化为机遇 ，其中每一个元素都与环境和谐共存。它不仅是一种对未来城市生活的展望 ，更是对自 然智慧的致敬 ，展示了建筑设计与生态系统之间和谐关系的潜力。结合选项可推知 ，“遵循自然规律以实现 生态平衡”最能反应Lilypad的设计理念。故选D项。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$