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(2025·河北部分重点中学联考)In Telangana, southern India, a 17yearold teenager, Hemesh Chadalavada, is making waves with a gamechanging invention that has the potential to revolutionize dementia (痴呆) care.
When Hemesh was 12, his grandmother Jayasree, then 63, accidentally left the gas on in the kitchen after making herself a cup of tea.The incident frightened Hemesh who found himself wondering what would have happened if he hadn't been there.
Witnessing his grandmother suffer from dementia, Hemesh knew that he had to do something, so he turned to the Internet.After watching robotics courses online and taking advantage of his passion for coding, Hemesh set about creating a smart device.
He spent time in a day centre to learn more about the needs of people with dementia.And 20 failed versions later, the Alpha Monitor was born.Using advanced machinelearning technology, the device, which can be worn on the wrist, sends an automatic alert to caregivers when any abnormal activity is detected, such as whether the user falls down, wanders off, or has an accident.While other devices rely on WiFi and are therefore unable to detect movements outside a limited range, the Alpha Monitor uses longrange technology that can detect a person's movements more than a mile away in cities and three miles away in the countryside.
Sadly, Jayasree passed away last year, but her death has only reinforced Hemesh's determination to continue his mission of improving dementia care far and wide.Dhruv Saidava, Hemesh's mentor, said, “I first met Hemesh in 2019 during Ideate for India ...Hemesh stood out.What set him apart was his exceptional talent for thorough research and handson ability.”
In future, he plans to do research at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi and improve the Alpha Monitor so that it's ready for market.He has made it clear that he wants the device to be sold at an affordable price so that it's accessible to people in less developed countries.
1.What inspired Hemesh's invention?
A.The concern about his grandma's security.
B.The enthusiasm for robotics development.
C.The sympathy for people suffering from dementia.
D.The desire to research into machinelearning technology.
2.How is Alpha Monitor superior to other devices?
A.It goes through a series of tests.
B.It can detect abnormal activities.
C.It is equipped with an alert system.
D.It monitors a person's farther distance.
3.What does the underlined word “reinforced” in paragraph 5 mean?
A.Changed. B.Illustrated.
C.Strengthened. D.Restored.
4.Which of the following can best describe Hemesh?
A.Strongwilled and adventurous.
B.Warmhearted and creative.
C.Responsible and sensitive.
D.Stubborn and generous.
B
(2025·成都模拟)Schools need to give students all the tools they need when they graduate.Besides teaching the basics of reading, writing, and arithmetic, teaching about mindfulness, and mental health are important life skills for young people to have.The state of Florida agrees.
Now, public schools in Florida have been required to teach five or more hours about mental health for students in grades 6-12.This new idea was welcomed by the Florida Board of Education in July and is being carried out as a potential lifesaver.
The new curriculum requires students to learn about the symptoms (症状) of mental illness and where to find help if they are feeling sad or have other problems and even teaches the teenagers how to help their friends and classmates if they see them struggling.
“We know that 50 percent of all mental illness cases begin by age 14, so we are being active in our commitment to provide our kids with the necessary tools to see them through their successes and challenges.Providing mental health instruction is another important step forward in supporting our families,” Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran said.
Florida is the third state, following New York and Virginia in 2020, to pass laws that require mental health education in schools.According to the news media, the New York law updated the health curriculum to include mental health for elementary, middle and high school students.The Virginia law required that mental health education be provided for 9th and 10th graders.
These three states in the US are taking bold steps to help youth deal with the intricacy of life as they grow from teenagers into adults.It is a confusing world they face and giving them the tools they need is essential.Mental health is something that should be taught in schools in all the US and across the globe.
5.What can the new curriculum bring students?
A.Basic professional skills.
B.The ability to use language.
C.Emotional handling skills.
D.Skills that cure physical diseases.
6.What does Richard Corcoran intend to stress in paragraph 4?
A.The steps of mental health instruction.
B.The consequences of mental illness cases.
C.The importance of mental health education.
D.The content of the mental health curriculum.
7.What does the underlined word “intricacy” in paragraph 6 mean?
A.Complexity. B.Process. C.Trick. D.Balance.
8.Where is the text probably taken from?
A.A technology report.
B.An educational website.
C.A government document.
D.A natural science magazine.
Ⅱ.阅读七选五 精品课件·名师析题
(2025·洛阳模拟)All families experience conflict from time to time.Disagreeing with others — even those you love — is generally a part of all types of close relationships.__9__ For those who wish to discover how to solve family conflict, some of the tips below may help.
·Learn how to emotionally control.
Emotions can be powerful. __10__ However, working toward building your abilities in this way can make a big difference in how you handle all types of conflicts and challenges in life and relationships.Something as simple as deep breathing can help calm the mind.
·__11__
Sometimes, arguments between people escalate (加剧) when one or all parties feel that they're not being heard.Making a conscious effort to invite each family involved in a conflict to tell their side can help deescalate emotions and move participants in the direction of a resolution.
·Explore different formats of conflict resolution.
__12__ Being open to different methods and formats of conflict resolution can make the family feel more comfortable expressing their points of view and agreeing on solutions.For example, some people may spend time alone organizing their thoughts.Allowing them to put their thoughts down on paper instead of presenting them orally may be beneficial.
·Avoid interrupting.
According to research, even a twosecond interruption is enough to make us lose the thread of what we're saying.An interruption can make us lose our focus and even the potential to feel satisfied at having fully expressed ourselves.Avoid interrupting family when they're explaining their side of a conflict. __13__
A.Let others speak.
B.Communicate directly.
C.Not every human is born to handle conflict in a proper way.
D.The way in which families handle conflict is the most important.
E.And remaining perfectly in control of them in every situation isn't always easy.
F.It can help ensure they can express themselves fully and feel heard and understood.
G.And you may be able to influence how others in your family handle conflict over time.
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