Unit 4 Computers（话题阅读精练）英语牛津上海版九年级上册

Unit 4 Computers 话题阅读精练 模块 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 时文阅读 The Skill Shaping Our Future 阅读理解 说明文 约 280 介绍数字时代计算机科学成基础技能，对多职业关键，举例医疗、教育领域应用，说明其培养批判性思维与创造力，强调中学阶段开展该教育的意义 实战演练 阅读理解 A 说明文 约 380 介绍杭州 "六龙" 科技公司，分别说明 DeepSeek、Unitree 等六家公司在 AI、机器人等领域的成就 B 说明文 约 320 介绍中国科技公司 DeepSeek 于 2025 年 1 月推出的 AI 模型 DeepSeek-R1 C 说明文 约 260 介绍英国科学家 John Elliott 开发的程序，可帮助捕捉、翻译外星信息，说明程序工作原理，提及翻译外星语言仍需密码本 完形填空 说明文 约 240 围绕 "互联网信息易获取是否无需记忆" 展开讨论 短文填空 说明文 约 300 讲述人工智能渗透生活，带来便利的同时也存在风险 任务型阅读 说明文 约 350 介绍 Be My Eyes 应用程序 时文阅读 The Skill Shaping Our Future In today’s digital age, computer science is no longer just a subject for tech experts—it has become a basic skill essential for nearly every career, from healthcare to education. As more industries rely on data analysis, artificial intelligence (AI), and automated systems, understanding how computers work helps students solve real-world problems and adapt to rapid technological changes. Take AI-powered medical tools as an example: doctors now use computer programs to analyze X-rays and detect diseases like cancer at an early stage, which saves lives and improves treatment results. Similarly, in schools, educational apps designed with computer science principles make learning more interactive, allowing students to practice skills through games and personalized lessons. However, learning computer science isn’t just about coding or fixing computers. It teaches critical thinking—how to break down complex tasks into smaller steps—and creativity, as students design apps or websites to meet people’s needs. By starting computer science education in middle school, students build a foundation that will help them succeed in a world where technology is constantly evolving. 【翻译】 塑造我们未来的技能 在当今数字时代，计算机科学不再只是技术专家的专属学科 —— 它已成为一项基础技能，对从医疗保健到教育领域的几乎所有职业都至关重要。随着越来越多的行业依赖数据分析、人工智能（AI）和自动化系统，了解计算机的工作原理能帮助学生解决现实世界中的问题，并适应快速的技术变革。 以人工智能驱动的医疗工具为例：医生现在使用计算机程序分析 X 光片，及早发现癌症等疾病，这不仅挽救了生命，还提高了治疗效果。同样，在学校里，依据计算机科学原理设计的教育应用程序让学习更具互动性，使学生能通过游戏和个性化课程练习所学技能。 1 / 14 1 / 14 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 然而，学习计算机科学不仅仅是编程或修理电脑。它还培养批判性思维 —— 即如何将复杂任务分解为更小的步骤 —— 以及创造力，学生可以通过设计应用程序或网站来满足人们的需求。通过在中学阶段开启计算机科学教育，学生能打下坚实基础，助力他们在这个技术不断发展的世界中取得成功。 【长难句分析】 1.原文：As more industries rely on data analysis, artificial intelligence (AI), and automated systems, understanding how computers work helps students solve real-world problems and adapt to rapid technological changes. 翻译：随着越来越多的行业依赖数据分析、人工智能（AI）和自动化系统，了解计算机的工作原理能帮助学生解决现实世界中的问题，并适应快速的技术变革。 分析：本句为复合句。"As" 引导时间状语从句，说明 “了解计算机原理” 的背景；主句的主语是动名词短语 "understanding how computers work"（“了解计算机的工作原理”），其中 "how computers work" 是宾语从句，作 "understanding" 的宾语；主句的谓语是 "helps"，后接并列的宾语补足语 "solve real-world problems" 和 "adapt to rapid technological changes"，符合 "help sb. do sth."（“帮助某人做某事”）的结构。 2.原文：Take AI-powered medical tools as an example: doctors now use computer programs to analyze X-rays and detect diseases like cancer at an early stage, which saves lives and improves treatment results. 翻译：以人工智能驱动的医疗工具为例：医生现在使用计算机程序分析 X 光片，及早发现癌症等疾病，这不仅挽救了生命，还提高了治疗效果。 分析：本句由主句和非限制性定语从句构成。开头 "Take...as an example" 是常用祈使句式，表 “以…… 为例”；冒号后是具体例证，其中 "to analyze X-rays and detect..." 是不定式短语作目的状语，说明 “使用计算机程序” 的目的；末尾 "which saves lives..." 是非限制性定语从句，"which" 指代前文 “医生用程序分析 X 光、早发现疾病” 这件事，在从句中作主语，连接前后句的因果逻辑。 【重难词汇梳理】 英文词汇 汉语翻译 词性 音标 digital 数字的；数码的 adj. /ˈdɪdʒɪtl/ essential 极其重要的；必不可少的 adj. /ɪˈsenʃl/ career 职业；事业 n. /kəˈrɪə(r)/ data analysis 数据分析 n. 短语 /ˈdeɪtə əˈnæləsɪs/ artificial intelligence (AI) 人工智能 n. 短语 /ˌɑːtɪˈfɪʃlnˈtelɪdʒəns/ automated 自动化的 adj. /ˈɔːtəmeɪtɪd/ adapt 适应；调整 v. /əˈdæpt/ detect 发现；察觉（尤指不易察觉的事物） v. /dɪˈtekt/ treatment 治疗；疗法 n. /ˈtriːtmənt/ interactive 互动的；互相影响的 adj. /ˌɪntərˈæktɪv/ coding 编程（工作） n. /ˈkəʊdɪŋ/ critical thinking 批判性思维 n. 短语 /ˈkrɪtɪkl ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/ complex 复杂的；难懂的 adj. /ˈkɒmpleks/ creativity 创造力；创造性 n. /ˌkriːeɪˈtɪvəti/ foundation 基础；根基 n. /faʊnˈdeɪʃn/ 实战演练 一、阅读理解 A In recent years, six amazing companies from Hangzhou have made a big splash in the world of technology. People call them the “Six Dragons”. These companies are doing great things in fields like artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, brain-computer interfaces (脑机接口), and video games. DeepSeek is a leader in AI. Its DeepSeek-V3 model is cheaper to make than other models, but it works better. This has made a big impact on the global AI market. Meanwhile, Unitree Technology and DEEP Robotics are changing the world of robots. Unitree’s robots can move like animals and have amazed people around the world. DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in dangerous places to keep people safe. Both companies are making robots smarter and more useful. BrainCo is another important company. It makes devices that can read brain activity and help people relax. ManyCore also plays a big role. Its 3D data platform helps other companies develop better AI technology. Game Science has made waves in the game industry with its hit game “Black Myth: Wukong”. The game is based on the famous Chinese story called Journey to the West.  The game’s success shows how Chinese developers can combine culture and technology in new ways. Hangzhou’s success is no accident. The local government has not only created a friendly environment for businesses, but also carried out polices to support them, which attracts talented people from all over the country. This combination has turned Hangzhou into a global center for creation. Other cities in China, like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, are also home to many leading tech companies. Together, these cities are leading China’s rapid technological progress. Hangzhou’s “Six Dragons” are not only a symbol of the city’s success but also a symbol of China’s growing influence in the global tech world. 1．How does the writer start the article? A．By giving an example. B．By comparing facts. C．By listing numbers. D．By telling a story. 2．The DeepSeek-V3 model’s advantage lies in that ________. A．it is the only model made by Deepseek B．it costs less to produce yet performs better C．it is the most advanced AI model in the world D．it is making robots smarter and more useful 3．Which of the following statements is true? A．Unitree Technology’s robots can communicate with humans fluently. B．DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in risky places. C．ManyCore has made a hit game “Black Myth: Wukong”. D．BrainCo can improve users’ memory. 4．Which is not the reason of Hangzhou’s success in technology? A．Businesses-friendly environment. B．Supportive policies. C．Outstanding people. D．China’s growing influence. 5．Why does the writer write this passage? A．To introduce Chinese culture to the world. B．To explain how Hangzhou became a global hub for tourism. C．To introduce six amazing tech companies in Hangzhou and their contributions. D．To show the worldwide influence of AI. B January 20,2025, a Chinese tech company named DeepSeek made a new AI called DeepSeek-R1. This smart program can solve math problems, write code (代码), and answer questions like top models such as OpenAI’s GPT-4o, but it costs much less to build. The team spent only $5.58 million (1/70 of OpenAI’s cost) and used 2,048 computer chips (芯片) for two months to make it. This shows that good ideas can beat big money. DeepSeek-R1 learns by trying many times and getting better, like how students practice maths. Other AIs need lots of prepared examples, but R1 improves by itself. In a global math test, it got 79.8% right, a little higher than OpenAI’s model. A simple version (版本) of R1 can even run on low-cost computers, helping schools and small companies. DeepSeek-R1 is free to use and change. On its first day online, over 19,000 programmers world-wide started projects to study it. A German scientist said experiments with R1 cost $10 instead of $300 with other AIs. Even Meta (a famous U. S. tech company) top scientist said, “This kind of free AI could change the world.” U. S. tech companies are worried. Meta planned to spend $65 billion more on AI research. Experts said China was catching up fast. A report in Nature magazine called R1 a “big step forward”, confirming that smart ideas beat expensive tools. As a DeepSeek engineer said, “We want AI to be a friend, not something only rich people can use.” With R1, China shows the world that great things come from new ideas and hard work, not just money. 1．How much did it cost to build DeepSeek-R1? A．$5.58 million. B．$65 billion. C．$10. D．$300. 2．What can we learn about DeepSeek-R1 from Paragraph 4? A．It needs programmers to fix mistakes. B．It becomes better through practice. C．It copies answers from other AIs. D．It only works with expensive tools. 3．Why did Meta plan to spend more money on AI research? A．To help Chinese companies. B．To build more computer chips. C．To compete with DeepSeek-R1. D．To hire German scientists. 4．What does the underlined word “confirming” mean in Paragraph 4? A．证明 B．探索 C．拒绝 D．连接 5．What can be the best title for the text? A．Competition between GPT-4 and DeepSeek-R1 B．Comparison of Chinese and American AI Models C．Appearance of Chinese AI Model DeepSeek-R1 D．Disadvantages of Chinese AI Model DeepSeek-R1 C A computer program that could help catch and ever translates messages from aliens in outer space has been started by a British scientist. If aliens are discovered one day, scientists fear their language may make it impossible to understand them. But John Elliott of Metropolitan University in Britain has come up with a program that can figure out the structure (结构) of their language. He thinks that’s the first step in understanding what they are saying. Dr. Elliott’s program would compare an alien language to a database (数据库) of 60 different languages in the world to look for a similar structure. He believes that even an alien language will have its own structure. Language has to be structured in a certain way, or it will be harder to use. He told New Scientist magazine. Research had shown that it is possible to know if a signal (信号) carries a language rather than a picture or music. Dr. Elliott has gone a step further by finding a way to pick out what might be words and sentences. Because languages have different word orders, Dr. Elliott has set up a library of the sentence structures of 60 human languages. If a message is received from outer space, it could be compared against this database. Scientist would then be able to see if it’s similar to any human language, or a mix of the language. However, Dr. Elliott also said that in order to translate what the aliens are actually saying, it may still be necessary to have a code book. 1．Why did Dr. Elliott come up with the program? A．To learn more about outer space. B．To develop a new language. C．To help translate the messages for aliens. D．To compare an alien language to human languages. 2．What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us? A．A way to identify different languages has been found. B．Dr. Elliott’s findings about different kinds of languages. C．Three important functions of the program. D．The number of sentence structures of human languages. 3．How does the program work when it receives a message from aliens? A．Mix the message with 60 human languages. B．Translate the message and send it to the database. C．Pick out the sentence structure and translate it. D．Compare the message to the database of 60 human languages. 4．What can we infer from the story? A．Not all languages have their own structure. B．The structure of alien languages is similar to that of human languages. C．To translate alien languages, there is much work to do. D．Alien languages are signals carrying pictures and music. 5．Which part of magazine will you read this passage? A．Science B．Nature C．Person D．Amusement 二、完形填空 Information will soon be so easy to find on the internet that people will not need to remember anything. Do you agree? Nowadays all the information we could ever need is available online and some people say that means the end of having to learn anything. It is true that those days everything you want to know is a few clicks away as long as you have internet access. 1 , not everyone has working internet all the time, for example in certain buildings or remote locations, so we do need to be able to remember information. Moreover, it takes time to look up everything you need to know online, while remembering something is 2 . The human memory is a much more efficient system. Another problem is the 3 of the information online. How do we know if it is accurate or reliable? We need to think about other facts we know and remember how to 4 information from different websites. Knowing (and remembering) how to find certain information will be more important than knowing the information itself. Finally, the internet is a good tool but it cannot take the place of our 5 . If we did not remember anything, we would all spend even more time on our phones and computers than we already do, which is not good for society. In conclusion, the internet offers us many things but it is still important to use our knowledge and memories. We need our memories to function without the internet and we also need to know how to use the internet 6 . 1．A．At first B．What’s more C．However D．After all 2．A．impossible B．immediate C．basic D．essential 3．A．protection B．amount C．development D．quality 4．A．compare B．collect C．recognize D．process 5．A．traditions B．brains C．education D．knowledge 6．A．safely B．regularly C．properly D．happily 三、短文填空 Artificial Intelligence (Al) is all around us. Smart machines and computers are changing almost all parts of our lives in various ways. AI is like a magic a 1 in our daily lives. We now have robots to clean swimming pools and help us drive if we wish. We can talk to our phones now and use Al for all kinds of things. They answer our questions, help us write e-mails, and even make us look better in photos! When Al is used by the wrong people, however, it could also lead to s 2 problems. A good example of this is when people use Al to make fake (虚假的) videos or photos. The problem is that the smarter Al gets, the harder it is for the human eye to tell what is real and what is not. These “deepfakes” might be fun to watch if they are about s 3 and famous people. But if there is a fake video of you on the Internet doing something really stupid, it might not be so “funny” anymore. What’s worse is that AI which can c 4 a person’s appearance or voice can be used to cheat others, and this could be dangerous. Will Al make big changes to the way we live, work, and have fun? Yes, it will, but there are still w 5 . On the other hand, if the young and old can learn to work with Al and to use it for the good of the whole planet, hopefully we will enjoy the a 6 it brings. The most important thing is not to be afraid of all these big changes, but to try our best to make the most of them. Al is really fantastic, but we need to be careful with it. We should learn how to use it safely and w 7 . Let’s all work together to make sure Al helps us live better and happier lives. Remember, the future is in our hands, and we can make it great if we use Al the right way. 四、任务型阅读 请认真阅读下面短文，并根据短文内容回答问题。 Worldwide, 8.1 million people are waiting for calls from strangers. Some of them consider themselves introverts (内向的). Some say they hate talking on the phone. But as volunteers for Be My Eyes, they all have a kind heart. Be My Eyes was created in 2015 by Hans Jorgen Wiberg from Denmark. This free app connects blind people with sighted volunteers through video calls for help with everyday tasks. Wiberg used to worry about finding enough volunteers. But today volunteers outnumber blind users by ten to one. It’s not easy for volunteers to get a call. Zhang Yanfei joined Be My Eyes in 2019 but didn’t receive her first call until four years later. Calls go out to many volunteers at the same time. If one doesn’t respond immediately, another volunteer will take the call. He Yanyan, a stage actress, hesitated to join at first. She feared missing calls during rehearsals (排练). After learning that other volunteers would cover missed calls, she signed up at once. She received her first call the very next day. A young man nervously asked, “Can this app really help?” Feeling nervous herself, she realized the man was also new to the platform. She described the objects around him. The caller relaxed and asked if he looked tidy. After she told him that his clothes were spotless, the conversation continued for a few more rounds until the call was suddenly cut off. The volunteer wondered if she had sounded unfriendly. Cao Zhenxiang was also nervous during his first call. After he helped an elderly man check the expiration date (有效期) on his bread, the two thanked each other repeatedly. “I was so nervous that I didn’t even know why I was thanking him,” he said. Now, Cao feels much more confident. He recently helped a blind person cross the street while working on his computer. “It just felt like chatting with a friend,” he said. 1．Who can get help through Be My Eyes? 2．As a volunteer, when did Zhang Yanfei get her first call? 3．Why did He Yanyan hesitate to join at first? 4．What did Cao Zhenxiang help the caller do during his first call? 5．What can you learn from the volunteers? (请自拟一句话作答) 2 / 14 1 / 14 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$Unit 4 Computers 话题阅读精练 模块 语篇 题型 体裁 词数 内容简介 时文阅读 The Skill Shaping Our Future 阅读理解 说明文 约 280 介绍数字时代计算机科学成基础技能，对多职业关键，举例医疗、教育领域应用，说明其培养批判性思维与创造力，强调中学阶段开展该教育的意义 实战演练 阅读理解 A 说明文 约 380 介绍杭州 "六龙" 科技公司，分别说明 DeepSeek、Unitree 等六家公司在 AI、机器人等领域的成就 B 说明文 约 320 介绍中国科技公司 DeepSeek 于 2025 年 1 月推出的 AI 模型 DeepSeek-R1 C 说明文 约 260 介绍英国科学家 John Elliott 开发的程序，可帮助捕捉、翻译外星信息，说明程序工作原理，提及翻译外星语言仍需密码本 完形填空 说明文 约 240 围绕 "互联网信息易获取是否无需记忆" 展开讨论 短文填空 说明文 约 300 讲述人工智能渗透生活，带来便利的同时也存在风险 任务型阅读 说明文 约 350 介绍 Be My Eyes 应用程序 时文阅读 The Skill Shaping Our Future In today’s digital age, computer science is no longer just a subject for tech experts—it has become a basic skill essential for nearly every career, from healthcare to education. As more industries rely on data analysis, artificial intelligence (AI), and automated systems, understanding how computers work helps students solve real-world problems and adapt to rapid technological changes. Take AI-powered medical tools as an example: doctors now use computer programs to analyze X-rays and detect diseases like cancer at an early stage, which saves lives and improves treatment results. Similarly, in schools, educational apps designed with computer science principles make learning more interactive, allowing students to practice skills through games and personalized lessons. However, learning computer science isn’t just about coding or fixing computers. It teaches critical thinking—how to break down complex tasks into smaller steps—and creativity, as students design apps or websites to meet people’s needs. By starting computer science education in middle school, students build a foundation that will help them succeed in a world where technology is constantly evolving. 【翻译】 塑造我们未来的技能 在当今数字时代，计算机科学不再只是技术专家的专属学科 —— 它已成为一项基础技能，对从医疗保健到教育领域的几乎所有职业都至关重要。随着越来越多的行业依赖数据分析、人工智能（AI）和自动化系统，了解计算机的工作原理能帮助学生解决现实世界中的问题，并适应快速的技术变革。 以人工智能驱动的医疗工具为例：医生现在使用计算机程序分析 X 光片，及早发现癌症等疾病，这不仅挽救了生命，还提高了治疗效果。同样，在学校里，依据计算机科学原理设计的教育应用程序让学习更具互动性，使学生能通过游戏和个性化课程练习所学技能。 1 / 14 1 / 14 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 然而，学习计算机科学不仅仅是编程或修理电脑。它还培养批判性思维 —— 即如何将复杂任务分解为更小的步骤 —— 以及创造力，学生可以通过设计应用程序或网站来满足人们的需求。通过在中学阶段开启计算机科学教育，学生能打下坚实基础，助力他们在这个技术不断发展的世界中取得成功。 【长难句分析】 1.原文：As more industries rely on data analysis, artificial intelligence (AI), and automated systems, understanding how computers work helps students solve real-world problems and adapt to rapid technological changes. 翻译：随着越来越多的行业依赖数据分析、人工智能（AI）和自动化系统，了解计算机的工作原理能帮助学生解决现实世界中的问题，并适应快速的技术变革。 分析：本句为复合句。"As" 引导时间状语从句，说明 “了解计算机原理” 的背景；主句的主语是动名词短语 "understanding how computers work"（“了解计算机的工作原理”），其中 "how computers work" 是宾语从句，作 "understanding" 的宾语；主句的谓语是 "helps"，后接并列的宾语补足语 "solve real-world problems" 和 "adapt to rapid technological changes"，符合 "help sb. do sth."（“帮助某人做某事”）的结构。 2.原文：Take AI-powered medical tools as an example: doctors now use computer programs to analyze X-rays and detect diseases like cancer at an early stage, which saves lives and improves treatment results. 翻译：以人工智能驱动的医疗工具为例：医生现在使用计算机程序分析 X 光片，及早发现癌症等疾病，这不仅挽救了生命，还提高了治疗效果。 分析：本句由主句和非限制性定语从句构成。开头 "Take...as an example" 是常用祈使句式，表 “以…… 为例”；冒号后是具体例证，其中 "to analyze X-rays and detect..." 是不定式短语作目的状语，说明 “使用计算机程序” 的目的；末尾 "which saves lives..." 是非限制性定语从句，"which" 指代前文 “医生用程序分析 X 光、早发现疾病” 这件事，在从句中作主语，连接前后句的因果逻辑。 【重难词汇梳理】 英文词汇 汉语翻译 词性 音标 digital 数字的；数码的 adj. /ˈdɪdʒɪtl/ essential 极其重要的；必不可少的 adj. /ɪˈsenʃl/ career 职业；事业 n. /kəˈrɪə(r)/ data analysis 数据分析 n. 短语 /ˈdeɪtə əˈnæləsɪs/ artificial intelligence (AI) 人工智能 n. 短语 /ˌɑːtɪˈfɪʃlnˈtelɪdʒəns/ automated 自动化的 adj. /ˈɔːtəmeɪtɪd/ adapt 适应；调整 v. /əˈdæpt/ detect 发现；察觉（尤指不易察觉的事物） v. /dɪˈtekt/ treatment 治疗；疗法 n. /ˈtriːtmənt/ interactive 互动的；互相影响的 adj. /ˌɪntərˈæktɪv/ coding 编程（工作） n. /ˈkəʊdɪŋ/ critical thinking 批判性思维 n. 短语 /ˈkrɪtɪkl ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/ complex 复杂的；难懂的 adj. /ˈkɒmpleks/ creativity 创造力；创造性 n. /ˌkriːeɪˈtɪvəti/ foundation 基础；根基 n. /faʊnˈdeɪʃn/ 实战演练 一、阅读理解 A In recent years, six amazing companies from Hangzhou have made a big splash in the world of technology. People call them the “Six Dragons”. These companies are doing great things in fields like artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, brain-computer interfaces (脑机接口), and video games. DeepSeek is a leader in AI. Its DeepSeek-V3 model is cheaper to make than other models, but it works better. This has made a big impact on the global AI market. Meanwhile, Unitree Technology and DEEP Robotics are changing the world of robots. Unitree’s robots can move like animals and have amazed people around the world. DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in dangerous places to keep people safe. Both companies are making robots smarter and more useful. BrainCo is another important company. It makes devices that can read brain activity and help people relax. ManyCore also plays a big role. Its 3D data platform helps other companies develop better AI technology. Game Science has made waves in the game industry with its hit game “Black Myth: Wukong”. The game is based on the famous Chinese story called Journey to the West.  The game’s success shows how Chinese developers can combine culture and technology in new ways. Hangzhou’s success is no accident. The local government has not only created a friendly environment for businesses, but also carried out polices to support them, which attracts talented people from all over the country. This combination has turned Hangzhou into a global center for creation. Other cities in China, like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, are also home to many leading tech companies. Together, these cities are leading China’s rapid technological progress. Hangzhou’s “Six Dragons” are not only a symbol of the city’s success but also a symbol of China’s growing influence in the global tech world. 1．How does the writer start the article? A．By giving an example. B．By comparing facts. C．By listing numbers. D．By telling a story. 2．The DeepSeek-V3 model’s advantage lies in that ________. A．it is the only model made by Deepseek B．it costs less to produce yet performs better C．it is the most advanced AI model in the world D．it is making robots smarter and more useful 3．Which of the following statements is true? A．Unitree Technology’s robots can communicate with humans fluently. B．DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in risky places. C．ManyCore has made a hit game “Black Myth: Wukong”. D．BrainCo can improve users’ memory. 4．Which is not the reason of Hangzhou’s success in technology? A．Businesses-friendly environment. B．Supportive policies. C．Outstanding people. D．China’s growing influence. 5．Why does the writer write this passage? A．To introduce Chinese culture to the world. B．To explain how Hangzhou became a global hub for tourism. C．To introduce six amazing tech companies in Hangzhou and their contributions. D．To show the worldwide influence of AI. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．B 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了杭州的“六龙”科技公司在人工智能、机器人、脑机接口和视频游戏等领域取得的成就，以及杭州成功背后的因素和意义。 1．细节理解题。根据“In recent years, six amazing companies from Hangzhou have made a big splash in the world of technology. People call them the ‘Six Dragons’.”可知，文章开头提到六家来自杭州的杰出公司，并以“六小龙”为例引入主题，属于通过举例的方式展开。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“DeepSeek is a leader in AI. Its DeepSeek-V3 model is cheaper to make than other models, but it works better.”可知，DeepSeek-V3 模型制造成本更低但性能更好。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in dangerous places to keep people safe.”可知，DEEP Robotics制造的机器人可以在危险场所工作。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“The local government has not only created a friendly environment for businesses, but also carried out policies to support them, which attracts talented people from all over the country.”可知，友好的商业环境、支持性政策、杰出人才是杭州在科技方面成功的原因，文中未提及“China’s growing influence”是原因。故选D。 5．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了杭州六家令人惊叹的科技公司及其在科技领域的贡献。故选C。 B January 20,2025, a Chinese tech company named DeepSeek made a new AI called DeepSeek-R1. This smart program can solve math problems, write code (代码), and answer questions like top models such as OpenAI’s GPT-4o, but it costs much less to build. The team spent only $5.58 million (1/70 of OpenAI’s cost) and used 2,048 computer chips (芯片) for two months to make it. This shows that good ideas can beat big money. DeepSeek-R1 learns by trying many times and getting better, like how students practice maths. Other AIs need lots of prepared examples, but R1 improves by itself. In a global math test, it got 79.8% right, a little higher than OpenAI’s model. A simple version (版本) of R1 can even run on low-cost computers, helping schools and small companies. DeepSeek-R1 is free to use and change. On its first day online, over 19,000 programmers world-wide started projects to study it. A German scientist said experiments with R1 cost $10 instead of $300 with other AIs. Even Meta (a famous U. S. tech company) top scientist said, “This kind of free AI could change the world.” U. S. tech companies are worried. Meta planned to spend $65 billion more on AI research. Experts said China was catching up fast. A report in Nature magazine called R1 a “big step forward”, confirming that smart ideas beat expensive tools. As a DeepSeek engineer said, “We want AI to be a friend, not something only rich people can use.” With R1, China shows the world that great things come from new ideas and hard work, not just money. 1．How much did it cost to build DeepSeek-R1? A．$5.58 million. B．$65 billion. C．$10. D．$300. 2．What can we learn about DeepSeek-R1 from Paragraph 4? A．It needs programmers to fix mistakes. B．It becomes better through practice. C．It copies answers from other AIs. D．It only works with expensive tools. 3．Why did Meta plan to spend more money on AI research? A．To help Chinese companies. B．To build more computer chips. C．To compete with DeepSeek-R1. D．To hire German scientists. 4．What does the underlined word “confirming” mean in Paragraph 4? A．证明 B．探索 C．拒绝 D．连接 5．What can be the best title for the text? A．Competition between GPT-4 and DeepSeek-R1 B．Comparison of Chinese and American AI Models C．Appearance of Chinese AI Model DeepSeek-R1 D．Disadvantages of Chinese AI Model DeepSeek-R1 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国AI模型DeepSeek-R1的诞生、特点及其影响。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“The team spent only $5.58 million (1/70 of OpenAI’s cost) and used 2,048 computer chips (芯片) for two months to make it.”可知，DeepSeek-R1的研发成本是558万美元。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“DeepSeek-R1 learns by trying many times and getting better, like how students practice maths.”可知，DeepSeek-R1通过不断练习自我提升。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段“U. S. tech companies are worried. Meta planned to spend $65 billion more on AI research.”可知，Meta增加AI研发投入是为了与DeepSeek-R1竞争。故选C。 4．词义猜测题。根据第四段“A report in Nature magazine called R1 a ‘big step forward’, confirming that smart ideas beat expensive tools.”可知，聪明的想法可以击败昂贵的工具，所以推测confirming在此处的意思是证明（即Nature杂志的报告证实了创新比昂贵工具更重要）。故选A。 5．最佳标题题。全文主要介绍了中国AI模型DeepSeek-R1的诞生、特点及其影响，最佳标题应为“中国人工智能模型DeepSeek-R1的出现”。故选C。 C A computer program that could help catch and ever translates messages from aliens in outer space has been started by a British scientist. If aliens are discovered one day, scientists fear their language may make it impossible to understand them. But John Elliott of Metropolitan University in Britain has come up with a program that can figure out the structure (结构) of their language. He thinks that’s the first step in understanding what they are saying. Dr. Elliott’s program would compare an alien language to a database (数据库) of 60 different languages in the world to look for a similar structure. He believes that even an alien language will have its own structure. Language has to be structured in a certain way, or it will be harder to use. He told New Scientist magazine. Research had shown that it is possible to know if a signal (信号) carries a language rather than a picture or music. Dr. Elliott has gone a step further by finding a way to pick out what might be words and sentences. Because languages have different word orders, Dr. Elliott has set up a library of the sentence structures of 60 human languages. If a message is received from outer space, it could be compared against this database. Scientist would then be able to see if it’s similar to any human language, or a mix of the language. However, Dr. Elliott also said that in order to translate what the aliens are actually saying, it may still be necessary to have a code book. 1．Why did Dr. Elliott come up with the program? A．To learn more about outer space. B．To develop a new language. C．To help translate the messages for aliens. D．To compare an alien language to human languages. 2．What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us? A．A way to identify different languages has been found. B．Dr. Elliott’s findings about different kinds of languages. C．Three important functions of the program. D．The number of sentence structures of human languages. 3．How does the program work when it receives a message from aliens? A．Mix the message with 60 human languages. B．Translate the message and send it to the database. C．Pick out the sentence structure and translate it. D．Compare the message to the database of 60 human languages. 4．What can we infer from the story? A．Not all languages have their own structure. B．The structure of alien languages is similar to that of human languages. C．To translate alien languages, there is much work to do. D．Alien languages are signals carrying pictures and music. 5．Which part of magazine will you read this passage? A．Science B．Nature C．Person D．Amusement 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要讲述英国科学家John Elliott开发了一款程序，旨在帮助识别和翻译外星语言。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第1段“A computer program that could help catch and ever translates messages from aliens in outer space has been started by a British scientist.”可知，该程序的目的是帮助翻译外星信息。故选C。 2．主旨大意题。根据文章第4段“Dr. Elliott has gone a step further by finding a way to pick out what might be words and sentences.”可推知，本段主要讲述了一种识别语言的方法。故选A。 3．细节理解题。 根据文章第5段“If a message is received from outer space, it could be compared against this database.”可知，如果他们接收到了外星人的信息，这个程序会和人类语言数据库进行比较，故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“However, Dr. Elliott also said that in order to translate what the aliens are actually saying, it may still be necessary to have a code book.”可知，为了翻译外星人说的话，还需要做很多事，故选C。 5．推理判断题。本文内容涉及科学研究和外星语言分析，最可能出现在科学杂志中。故选A。 二、完形填空 Information will soon be so easy to find on the internet that people will not need to remember anything. Do you agree? Nowadays all the information we could ever need is available online and some people say that means the end of having to learn anything. It is true that those days everything you want to know is a few clicks away as long as you have internet access. 1 , not everyone has working internet all the time, for example in certain buildings or remote locations, so we do need to be able to remember information. Moreover, it takes time to look up everything you need to know online, while remembering something is 2 . The human memory is a much more efficient system. Another problem is the 3 of the information online. How do we know if it is accurate or reliable? We need to think about other facts we know and remember how to 4 information from different websites. Knowing (and remembering) how to find certain information will be more important than knowing the information itself. Finally, the internet is a good tool but it cannot take the place of our 5 . If we did not remember anything, we would all spend even more time on our phones and computers than we already do, which is not good for society. In conclusion, the internet offers us many things but it is still important to use our knowledge and memories. We need our memories to function without the internet and we also need to know how to use the internet 6 . 1．A．At first B．What’s more C．However D．After all 2．A．impossible B．immediate C．basic D．essential 3．A．protection B．amount C．development D．quality 4．A．compare B．collect C．recognize D．process 5．A．traditions B．brains C．education D．knowledge 6．A．safely B．regularly C．properly D．happily 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．A 5．B 6．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章围绕信息在互联网上极易获取这一现象展开讨论，探讨了人们是否因此不再需要记忆任何东西这一问题。 1．句意：然而，并不是每个人都能一直使用互联网，例如在某些建筑物或偏远地区，所以我们确实需要能够记住信息。 at first起初；what's more而且；however然而；after all毕竟。根据上文“It is true that those days everything you want to know is a few clicks away as long as you have internet access.”和“not everyone has working internet all the time”可知，前面说的是在有互联网的情况下，信息很容易获取，但这里提到了并不是所有人都能一直使用互联网，存在转折关系。故选C。 2．句意：此外，在网上查找你需要知道的一切都需要时间，而记住一些事情是即时的。 impossible不可能的；immediate即时的；basic基本的；essential必要的。根据上文“it takes time to look up everything you need to know online”和“while remembering something”可知，在网上查找信息需要时间，而记住信息是很快就能做到的。故选B。 3．句意：另一个问题是网上信息的质量。 protection保护；amount数量；development发展；quality质量。根据下文“How do we know if it is accurate or reliable?”可知，这里说的是网上信息的准确性和可靠性，也就是信息的质量问题。故选D。 4．句意：我们需要思考我们知道的其他事实，并记住如何比较来自不同网站的信息。 compare比较；collect收集；recognize识别；process处理。根据下文“information from different websites”可知，这里说的是要对来自不同网站的信息进行比较，以判断其准确性和可靠性。故选A。 5．句意：最后，互联网是一个很好的工具，但它不能取代我们的大脑。 traditions传统；brains大脑；education教育；knowledge知识。根据下文“If we did not remember anything, we would all spend even more time on our phones and computers than we already do, which is not good for society.”可知，如果我们不记住任何东西，就会过度依赖手机和电脑，这对社会是不利的，说明互联网不能取代我们的大脑。故选B。 6．句意：我们需要我们的记忆在没有互联网的情况下发挥作用，我们也需要知道如何正确地使用互联网。 safely安全地；regularly定期地；properly正确地；happily快乐地。根据上文“We need our memories to function without the internet”可知，我们需要正确地使用互联网，以充分发挥其作用。故选C。 三、短文填空 Artificial Intelligence (Al) is all around us. Smart machines and computers are changing almost all parts of our lives in various ways. AI is like a magic a 1 in our daily lives. We now have robots to clean swimming pools and help us drive if we wish. We can talk to our phones now and use Al for all kinds of things. They answer our questions, help us write e-mails, and even make us look better in photos! When Al is used by the wrong people, however, it could also lead to s 2 problems. A good example of this is when people use Al to make fake (虚假的) videos or photos. The problem is that the smarter Al gets, the harder it is for the human eye to tell what is real and what is not. These “deepfakes” might be fun to watch if they are about s 3 and famous people. But if there is a fake video of you on the Internet doing something really stupid, it might not be so “funny” anymore. What’s worse is that AI which can c 4 a person’s appearance or voice can be used to cheat others, and this could be dangerous. Will Al make big changes to the way we live, work, and have fun? Yes, it will, but there are still w 5 . On the other hand, if the young and old can learn to work with Al and to use it for the good of the whole planet, hopefully we will enjoy the a 6 it brings. The most important thing is not to be afraid of all these big changes, but to try our best to make the most of them. Al is really fantastic, but we need to be careful with it. We should learn how to use it safely and w 7 . Let’s all work together to make sure Al helps us live better and happier lives. Remember, the future is in our hands, and we can make it great if we use Al the right way. 【答案】1．(a)ssistant 2．(s)erious 3．(s)tars 4．(c)hange 5．(w)orries 6．(a)dvantages 7．(w)isely 【导语】本文主要讲述了人工智能已经渗透进了我们的生活，它会对我们的未来产生很大的影响。 1．句意：人工智能就像我们日常生活中的一个神奇助手。根据“AI is like a magic...in our daily lives.”以及首字母提示可知，此处指人工智能是神奇的助手，assistant“助手”，名词，由不定冠词a可知用单数形式。故填(a)ssistant。 2．句意：然而，当人工智能被坏人使用时，它也可能导致严重的问题。根据“When AI is used by the wrong people, however, it could also lead to...problems.”以及首字母提示可知，坏人使用人工智能会导致严重问题，serious“严重的”，形容词，修饰名词problems。故填(s)erious。 3．句意：如果这些“深度伪造”是关于明星和名人的，观看它们可能会很有趣。根据“These ‘deepfakes’ might be fun to watch if they are about...and famous people.”以及首字母提示可知，此处指和名人并列的明星，star“明星”，可数名词，此处用复数形式stars表示泛指。故填(s)tars。 4．句意：更糟糕的是，能够改变一个人外貌或声音的人工智能可能会被用来欺骗他人，这可能会很危险。根据“What’s worse is that AI which can...a person’s appearance or voice can be used to cheat others”以及首字母提示可知，此处指改变外貌或声音，change“改变”，动词，情态动词can后接动词原形。故填(c)hange。 5．句意：是的，它会，但仍然存在担忧。根据“Yes, it will, but there are still...”以及上文提到人工智能带来的问题可知，此处指仍然有担忧，worry“担忧”，可数名词，由“are”可知用复数形式worries。故填(w)orries。 6．句意：另一方面，如果年轻人和老年人能够学会与人工智能合作，并为了整个地球的利益使用它，希望我们将享受它带来的优势。根据“if the young and old can learn to work with AI and to use it for the good of the whole planet, hopefully we will enjoy the...it brings”以及首字母提示可知，此处指享受人工智能带来的优势，advantage“优势”，可数名词，此处用复数形式advantages表示泛指。故填(a)dvantages。 7．句意：我们应该学习如何安全且明智地使用它。根据“We should learn how to use it safely and...”以及首字母提示可知，此处指明智地使用，wisely“明智地”，副词，修饰动词use。故填(w)isely。 四、任务型阅读 请认真阅读下面短文，并根据短文内容回答问题。 Worldwide, 8.1 million people are waiting for calls from strangers. Some of them consider themselves introverts (内向的). Some say they hate talking on the phone. But as volunteers for Be My Eyes, they all have a kind heart. Be My Eyes was created in 2015 by Hans Jorgen Wiberg from Denmark. This free app connects blind people with sighted volunteers through video calls for help with everyday tasks. Wiberg used to worry about finding enough volunteers. But today volunteers outnumber blind users by ten to one. It’s not easy for volunteers to get a call. Zhang Yanfei joined Be My Eyes in 2019 but didn’t receive her first call until four years later. Calls go out to many volunteers at the same time. If one doesn’t respond immediately, another volunteer will take the call. He Yanyan, a stage actress, hesitated to join at first. She feared missing calls during rehearsals (排练). After learning that other volunteers would cover missed calls, she signed up at once. She received her first call the very next day. A young man nervously asked, “Can this app really help?” Feeling nervous herself, she realized the man was also new to the platform. She described the objects around him. The caller relaxed and asked if he looked tidy. After she told him that his clothes were spotless, the conversation continued for a few more rounds until the call was suddenly cut off. The volunteer wondered if she had sounded unfriendly. Cao Zhenxiang was also nervous during his first call. After he helped an elderly man check the expiration date (有效期) on his bread, the two thanked each other repeatedly. “I was so nervous that I didn’t even know why I was thanking him,” he said. Now, Cao feels much more confident. He recently helped a blind person cross the street while working on his computer. “It just felt like chatting with a friend,” he said. 1．Who can get help through Be My Eyes? 2．As a volunteer, when did Zhang Yanfei get her first call? 3．Why did He Yanyan hesitate to join at first? 4．What did Cao Zhenxiang help the caller do during his first call? 5．What can you learn from the volunteers? (请自拟一句话作答) 【答案】1．Blind people. 2．Four years after joining./In 2023. 3．Because she feared missing calls during rehearsals. 4．He helped check the expiration date on bread. 5．We can learn that helping others can start with small acts of kindness in daily life. 【导语】本文主要讲述了Be My Eyes应用程序如何通过视频通话连接盲人和志愿者，帮助他们完成日常任务，并分享了一些志愿者的经历。 1．根据第二段“This free app connects blind people with sighted volunteers through video calls for help with everyday tasks”可知，Be My Eyes帮助的对象是盲人。故填Blind people. 2．根据第三段“Zhang Yanfei joined Be My Eyes in 2019 but didn’t receive her first call until four years later”可知，她在加入4年后（即2023年）才接到第一个电话。故填Four years after joining/In 2023. 3．根据第四段“She feared missing calls during rehearsals”可知，她最初犹豫是因为担心排练时错过电话。故填Because she feared missing calls during rehearsals. 4．根据第五段“he helped an elderly man check the expiration date on his bread”可知，曹振祥第一次通话时帮助老人检查面包的有效期。故填He helped check the expiration date on bread. 5．开放性问题，答案不唯一，参考答案为：We can learn that helping others can start with small acts of kindness in daily life. 2 / 14 1 / 14 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$