考前押题03 发明与创造话题（期中专项训练）九年级英语上学期北师大版

专题03 发明与创造话题 题型1 完形填空 题型3 阅读表达 题型2 阅读理解 题型 4 文段表达 题型1 完形填空 Passage 1 Drums in Space Brenda was a happy, artistic girl, a girl with one big dream—to play the 1 in a band. But one big problem lay in her way. To be good enough to play in a band, Brenda had to practice a lot, but she lived next door to a lot of old people—many of them liked living in the quiet place. She knew that the sound of beating drums would really make them feel nervous. Brenda was a very good, 2 girl. She always tried to find a way of practicing her drums without bothering（打扰）other people. So she had tried playing in the strangest places: a basement, a kitchen, and even in a shower. But it was no good, there was always someone to be 3 with her when she was practicing it. However, Brenda decided to practice as much as she could, she spent most of her time playing on books and boxes, and looking for new places to practice. One day, while watching a science program on TV, she heard that 4 cannot travel in space, because there’s no air. At that moment, Brenda decided to become a musical astronaut. With the help of a lot of time, a lot of books and a lot of work, Brenda built a space bubble（气泡）. It was a big glass ball connected to a machine which 5 out all the air inside. All those would be left inside were drums and a chair. Brenda put on the space suit she had made, 6 the bubble, turned on the machine, then she played the drums like a wild child! It wasn’t long before Brenda—“The Musical Astronaut”—had become very famous. So many people came to see her play in her space bubble. Shortly afterwards she came out of the bubble and started giving concerts. Her fame spread so much that the government suggested that she could form part of a unique space journey. Finally, Brenda was a real musical 7 , and had gone far beyond her first dream of playing the drums in a band. Years later, when people asked her how she had achieved all this, she thought for a moment and said, “If those old people next-door didn’t 8 so much to me, I wouldn’t go to such lengths to find a solution, and none of this would have ever happened. ” 1．A．piano B．violin C．guitar D．drums 2．A．humorous B．respectful C．confident D．curious 3．A．patient B．satisfied C．angry D．pleased 4．A．sound B．heat C．light D．electricity 5．A．blew B．put C．drew D．found 6．A．entered B．collected C．followed D．chose 7．A．manager B．scientist C．inventor D．astronaut 8．A．show B．matter C．consider D．support 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．C 6．A 7．D 8．B 【导语】本文主要讲了布伦达为了练习敲鼓而不影响邻居，制作了一个真空的气泡，被人们称为音乐宇航员。 1．句意：布伦达是一个快乐、有艺术感的女孩，她有一个伟大的梦想——在乐队里打鼓。 piano钢琴；violin小提琴；guitar吉他；drums鼓。根据“She knew that the sound of beating drums would really make them feel nervous. ”可知，她知道鼓声真的会让他们感到紧张。可见，她有一个伟大的梦想——在乐队里打鼓。故选D。 2．句意：布伦达是一个非常善良、有礼貌的女孩。 humorous幽默的；respectful有礼貌的，恭敬的；confident自信的；curious好奇的。结合下文“She always tried to find a way of practicing her drums without bothering（打扰）other people.”可知，她总是想找到一种不打扰别人的方法来练习打鼓。所以她是一个有礼貌的女孩。故选B。 3．句意：但这没有用，当她练习的时候，总是有人对她生气。 patient有耐心的；satisfied满意的；angry生气的；pleased高兴的。根据“looking for new places to practice.”可知，她在寻找新的地方练习，可见，练习的时候，总有人会生气。故选C。 4．句意：一天，当她在看电视上的科学节目时，她听到声音不能在太空中传播，因为那里没有空气。 sound声音；heat热量；light光；electricity电。结合句意和常识可知，声音不能在太空中传播。故选A。 5．句意：它是一个大玻璃球，连接着一台机器，它把里面的空气都抽出来。 blew吹；put放置；drew抽取；found发现。结合上文“With the help of a lot of time, a lot of books and a lot of work, Brenda built a space bubble（气泡）.”可知，在大量的时间、大量的书籍和大量的工作的帮助下，布伦达建造了一个太空泡泡。可见，是把空气抽出来，draw out意为“抽出”，动词短语。故选C。 6．句意：布伦达穿上自己做的太空服，进入泡泡，打开机器，然后像个野孩子一样打鼓！ entered进入；collected收集；followed跟随；chose选择。根据“With the help of a lot of time, a lot of books and a lot of work, Brenda built a space bubble”可知，布伦达建造了一个太空泡泡。再结合句意可以推测，她进入泡泡打鼓。故选 A。 7．句意：最后，布伦达是一位真正的音乐宇航员，她的成就远远超出了她最初在乐队当鼓手的梦想。 manager经理；scientist科学家；inventor发明家；astronaut宇航员。根据“It wasn’t long before Brenda—‘The Musical Astronaut’—had become very famous.”可知，不久之后，布伦达——“音乐宇航员”——变得非常有名。可见，布伦达是一位真正的音乐宇航员。故选D。 8．句意：多年以后，当人们问她是如何做到这一切的，她想了一会儿说：“如果那些隔壁的老人对我来说不是那么重要，我就不会费这么大的劲去寻找解决办法，这一切也就不会发生了。” show展示；matter事关紧要；consider考虑；support支持。根据“To be good enough to play in a band, Brenda had to practice a lot, but she lived next door to a lot of old people—many of them liked living in the quiet place. She knew that the sound of beating drums would really make them feel nervous. ”可知，为了在乐队里演奏得足够好，布伦达必须大量练习，但她住在很多老人的隔壁——他们中的许多人都喜欢住在安静的地方。她知道鼓声真的会让他们感到紧张。可见，如果那些隔壁的老人不是那么重要，她就不会费这么大的劲去寻找解决办法。故选B。 Passage 2 Shaine Kilyun is an American girl. In her free time, she builds wheelchairs for 1 . So far, she has made 16 wheelchairs for homeless animals. When Shaine was in primary school, she started 2 pets. She had a dog and two cats at home. She also helped at animal hospitals. But she was 3 to hear that some animals were often put to death because they couldn’t walk and needed special care. “I should do something 4 for them!” she thought. In December 2020, a video on the Internet gave her an 5 . In the video, dogs ran happily in wheelchairs. “I can 6 wheelchair making, too!” Shaine said to herself. Then Shaine spent her free time watching videos and learning to make wheelchairs. After she made the first one, she 7 it on her own dog and cats. Then she used it for a 7-month-old dog called Cypress, whose front legs were shorter than the back ones. Shaine felt truly excited when she saw Cypress run and play 8 in her wheelchair. Now Shaine can make wheelchairs of all sizes and 9 for different animals. Besides, her wheelchairs 10 less, so more animals can use them. Shaine said, “I really hope to save more animals with my wheelchairs in the future.” 1．A．humans B．robots C．animals D．machines 2．A．touching B．keeping C．selling D．treating 3．A．sorry B．calm C．proud D．confident 4．A．awful B．successful C．familiar D．helpful 5．A．exam B．idea C．example D．invitation 6．A．give up B．take up C．put up D．set up 7．A．used B．closed C．picked D．collected 8．A．patiently B．carefully C．quietly D．happily 9．A．steps B．prices C．colors D．shapes 10．A．sell B．give C．cost D．appear 【答案】 1．C 2．B 3．A 4．D 5．B 6．B 7．A 8．D 9．D 10．C 【导语】本文讲述美国女孩Shaine Kilyun为残疾动物制作轮椅的故事。她因心疼行动不便的动物被安乐死，受网络视频启发学习制作轮椅，目前已帮助16只动物重获行动能力。 1．句意：她为动物们制作轮椅。 humans人类；robots机器人；animals动物们；machines机器。根据后文“homeless animals”及全文主题可知，她帮助的对象是动物。故选C。 2．句意：小学时她开始养宠物。 touching触摸；keeping养；selling卖；treating对待；治疗。后文提到她养了狗和猫(had a dog and two cats)，且“keeping pets”是固定搭配（饲养宠物）故选B。 3．句意：得知残疾动物被安乐死，她感到伤心。 sorry伤心；calm沉着；proud骄傲的；confident自信的。根据语境可知她从小养宠物，故她是一个有爱心的人，故推知“看到动物被处死”感到伤心。故选A。 4．句意：“我该为它们做些有用的事！” awful糟糕的；successful成功的；familiar熟悉的；helpful有用的。前文提到动物因无法行走被安乐死，此处应表达“有帮助的”。故选D。 5．句意：网络视频给了她一个灵感。      exam考试；idea想法；example例子；invitation邀请。 后文描述视频内容启发她制作轮椅，应为“灵感/想法”。故选B。 6．句意：“我也能学着制作轮椅！” give up放弃；take up开始从事；put up搭建；set up设立。根据语境可知看到视频里动物们在轮椅的帮助下能自己活动了，下文中“Shaine spent her free time watching videos and learning to make wheelchairs.”（Shaine利用空闲时间观看视频并学习制作轮椅。）可知她学着做轮椅。故选B。 7．句意：她将第一个轮椅用在自己的宠物上测试。 used使用；closed关闭；picked捡起；collected收集。根据短语 “used it on”表示“使用于”。故选A。 8．句意：看到Cypress开心地奔跑玩耍，她非常兴奋。   patiently耐心地；carefully小心地；quietly安静地；happily快乐地。根据轮椅让残疾动物重获行动能力，可判断动物是开心的。故选D。 9．句意：她能制作不同尺寸和形状的轮椅。    steps步骤；prices价格；colors颜色；shapes形状。根据是为不同动物制作，故判断是不同大小和不同形状的。故选D。 10．句意：她的轮椅价格更低，能惠及更多动物。 sell卖；give给；cost花费；appear出现。根据“cost less”表示成本低，符合公益目的，且下文“更多动物可以使用”可知是价格低。故选C。 Passage 3 Have you ever seen a group of wild geese (大雁) flying south for the winter? On an autumn day, my mother and I took a walk by the lake. As we looked at the 1 , a group of wild geese suddenly appeared. They headed south for the winter in the 2 of a “V”. I was caught by the surprising sight. My mother 3 the animal migration (迁徙) to me. One of the most surprising examples is the gray whales which have the 4 yearly trip, covering almost 20,000 kilometers. These whales 5 landmarks near the sea to move to the north or south. When migrating south in winter, they keep the beach on their left. When migrating north in spring, they keep the coast on their 6 . What’s more, my mother explained that the migration of bird 7 the Earth’s magnetic field (磁场). These birds know how to use the magnetic field to 8 when the sun or stars are covered by clouds. Learning about animal migration makes me realize 9 magical the natural world is. It also makes me understand the importance of getting knowledge and understanding the world around us. We should never stop exploring and questioning, 10 there is always something new to discover. The natural world is full of wonders, and we should do our best to enjoy and protect it. 1．A．lake B．forest C．sky D．ground 2．A．circle B．length C．size D．shape 3．A．explained B．suggested C．taught D．compared 4．A．darkest B．hardest C．longest D．nearest 5．A．like B．use C．protect D．trust 6．A．left B．right C．front D．back 7．A．lives on B．feeds on C．works on D．depends on 8．A．rest B．wait C．move D．hide 9．A．what B．how C．why D．when 10．A．because B．if C．until D．though 【答案】 1．C 2．D 3．A 4．C 5．B 6．B 7．D 8．C 9．B 10．A 【导语】本文讲述了作者和母亲在湖边散步时看到大雁南飞，母亲向作者解释动物迁徙现象，包括灰鲸迁徙、鸟类借助磁场迁徙等，让作者认识到自然世界的神奇及探索的重要性。 1．句意：当我们看着天空时，一群大雁突然出现了。 lake湖；forest森林；sky天空；ground地面。根据“a group of wild geese suddenly appeared”可知，大雁出现在天空，所以是看着天空。故选C。 2．句意：它们以“V”形向南飞去过冬。 circle圆圈；length长度；size尺寸；shape形状。根据“They headed south for the winter in the…of a ‘V’.”可知，“V”是一种形状，in the shape of表示“以……的形状”符合语境。故选D。 3．句意：我母亲向我解释动物迁徙。 explained解释；suggested建议；taught教；compared比较。根据“One of the most surprising examples is the gray whales which have the…yearly trip, covering almost 20,000 kilometers.”可知，后文母亲对迁徙现象说明，是解释。故选A。 4．句意：最令人惊讶的例子之一是灰鲸，它们有最长的年度旅行，覆盖近20,000公里。 darkest最黑暗的；hardest最困难的；longest最长的；nearest最近的。根据“One of the most surprising examples is the gray whales which have the…yearly trip, covering almost 20,000 kilometers.”可知，20,000 kilometers表明是最长的旅行。故选C。 5．句意：这些鲸鱼利用海边的地标来向北或向南移动。 like喜欢；use使用；protect保护；trust信任。根据“to move to the north or south”可知，是“利用”地标来移动。故选B。 6．句意：当春天向北迁徙时，它们把海岸放在右边。 left左边；right右边；front前面；back后面。根据“When migrating north in spring, they keep the coast on their….”可知，前文说冬天南迁时把海滩放在左边，春天北迁方向相反，所以是右边。故选B。 7．句意：此外，我母亲解释说，鸟类的迁徙依赖于地球的磁场。 lives on靠……生活；feeds on以……为食；works on从事；depends on依赖。根据“What’s more, my mother explained that the migration of bird…the Earth’s magnetic field.”可知，鸟类迁徙依靠磁场，depends on表示“依赖”符合语境。故选D。 8．句意：这些鸟知道当太阳或星星被云遮住时如何利用磁场来移动。 rest休息；wait等待；move移动；hide隐藏。根据“These birds know how to use the magnetic field to…when the sun or stars are covered by clouds.”可知，迁徙中需要移动，所以是利用磁场来移动。故选C。 9．句意：了解动物迁徙让我意识到自然世界是多么神奇。 what什么；how多么；why为什么；when什么时候。根据“Learning about animal migration makes me realize…magical the natural world is.”可知，此处是感叹句，修饰形容词magical用how。故选B。 10．句意：我们不应该停止探索和质疑，因为总有新的东西可以发现。 because因为；if如果；until直到；though虽然。根据“We should never stop exploring and questioning,…there is always something new to discover.”可知，“总有新东西可发现”是“不停止探索”的原因，用because符合语境。故选A。 Passage 4 In the fast-changing world of technology, Liang Wenfeng is a rising star. He founded DeepSeek, an AI company that has made a great 1 to the world greatly. Liang Wenfeng was born in the 1980s in a small town in Guangdong. From a young age, he showed great 2 in mathematics and computers. He studied hard and got into Zhejiang University, where he got both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in 3 science, making the most of his advantage. After graduating, Liang Wenfeng started his career in the financial field. He co-founded a hedge fund that used AI models to trade stocks. This made him famous in the investment world. However, he was not satisfied with this success. He saw the huge potential of artificial intelligence and decided to make a big 4 . In 2023, he 5 DeepSeek. He put a lot of effort and money into 6 advanced AI technologies. DeepSeek’s goal is to 7 powerful AI models that can compete with the best in the world. And it has achieved great success. Its Al models have strong language-processing abilities. They can 8 various questions, help with writing, and even write code. What’s more, these models are cost-effective, which makes them very 9 . DeepSeek’s 10 have made Liang Wenfeng respected in the global tech community. But he is still low-key. Though very successful, he focuses on his work and dreams of making AI good for everyone. His stories shows that with hard work, talent and courage to take risks, great things can be done in technology. 1．A．influence B．difference C．determination D．decision 2．A．skill B．knowledge C．improvement D．talent 3．A．computer B．technology C．physics D．chemistry 4．A．charge B．choice C．change D．chance 5．A．set off B．set down C．set up D．set in 6．A．spreading B．developing C．using D．making 7．A．clone B．copy C．sell D．invent 8．A．make B．answer C．create D．mind 9．A．expensive B．difficult C．comfortable D．popular 10．A．invention B．achievements C．improvement D．advantages 【答案】 1．B 2．D 3．A 4．C 5．C 6．B 7．D 8．B 9．D 10．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了梁文峰在科技领域创立DeepSeek人工智能公司并取得巨大成功的故事，展现了他的才华、勇气和对科技事业的执着追求。 1．句意：他创立了DeepSeek，一家对世界产生了巨大影响的AI公司。 influence影响；difference不同，差异；determination决心；decision决定。根据语境可知，此处指DeepSeek这家公司对世界产生了巨大影响，“make a great difference”是固定短语，意为“产生巨大影响”。故选B。 2．句意：从小，他就对数学和计算机表现出极大的天赋。 skill技能；knowledge知识；improvement改进；talent天赋。根据“He studied hard and got into Zhejiang University”可知，他学习努力，考上了浙江大学，说明他在数学和计算机方面有天赋。故选D。 3．句意：他学习努力，考上了浙江大学，在那里他获得了计算机科学的学士和硕士学位，充分利用了自己的优势。 computer计算机；technology技术；physics物理；chemistry化学。根据上文“he showed great talent in mathematics and computers”可知，他对数学和计算机有天赋，所以此处指他在浙江大学获得了计算机科学的学士和硕士学位，computer science“计算机科学”，这是专业名词。故选A。 4．句意：他看到了人工智能的巨大潜力，并决定做出重大改变。 charge费用；choice选择；change改变；chance机会。根据上文“After graduating, Liang Wenfeng started his career in the financial field. He co-founded a hedge fund that used AI models to trade stocks. This made him famous in the investment world. However, he was not satisfied with this success.”可知，他毕业后从事的是金融业，但后来他决定转向AI。因此应用make a big change”表示“做出重大改变”。故选C。 5．句意：2023年，他创立了DeepSeek。 set off出发；set down记下；set up创立；set in开始。根据“DeepSeek”可知，此处指他创立了DeepSeek这家公司。故选C。 6．句意：他投入了大量的精力和金钱来开发先进的人工智能技术。 spreading传播；developing开发；using使用；making制作。根据“put a lot of effort and money into”可知，此处指他投入大量的精力和金钱来开发先进的人工智能技术。故选B。 7．句意：DeepSeek的目标是发明能够与世界上最好的AI模型相媲美的强大AI模型。 clone克隆；copy复制；sell卖；invent发明。根据“powerful AI models that can compete with the best in the world”可知，此处指DeepSeek的目标是发明强大的AI模型。故选D。 8．句意：它们可以回答各种问题，帮助写作，甚至编写代码。 make制作；answer回答；create创造；mind介意。根据“various questions”可知，此处指AI模型可以回答各种问题。故选B。 9．句意：更重要的是，这些模型具有成本效益，这使得它们非常受欢迎。 expensive昂贵的；difficult困难的；comfortable舒适的；popular受欢迎的。根据“these models are cost-effective”可知，此处指这些模型具有成本效益，所以很受欢迎。故选D。 10．句意：DeepSeek的成就使梁文峰在全球科技界受到尊敬。 invention发明；achievements成就；improvement改进；advantages优势。根据“have made Liang Wenfeng respected in the global tech community”可知，此处指DeepSeek的成就使梁文峰受到尊敬。故选B。 Passage 5 Chen Xiaoyu is a student. She is a member of her school’s “Digital Intangible Heritage team (数字非遗队)”. Their new goal is to 1 the art of making Jiangnan silk lanterns, which is slowly disappearing. The biggest challenge for Xiaoyu was with Master Wang, an 82-year-old lantern artist. He couldn’t teach the detailed techniques of making 2 because of his shaky (颤抖的) hands. So Xiaoyu made a decision to use AI to 3 and analyze (分析) his hand movements. Every weekend, she filmed Master Wang’s hands while he colored silk and bent (弯折) bamboo. The AI program turned his 4 into 368 short videos. When their first digital guidebook was finished, Master Wang was very 5 . “I never thought teenagers would use technology to remember what my old hands forget,” he said. The team’s big moment came at the Qiantang River Lantern Festival. Visitors could 6 AR glasses to experience Master Wang’s “digital hands”. A 7 girl was very excited and she said, “Now I can learn how to make lanterns without being scared of my hearing problem!” So far, their online courses have attracted 50,000 people from all over the world. Fans have 8 lantern photos on Xiaohongshu App and gotten lots of likes. Though Xiaoyu is 9 at school, she still practices making lanterns in her free time. “AI won’t take the place of humans,” she tells her friends. “It’s like a magic 10 that connects the past and the present.” 1．A．lose B．forget C．protect D．kill 2．A．lanterns B．umbrellas C．kites D．shoes 3．A．laugh B．record C．buy D．hurt 4．A．picture B．story C．money D．work 5．A．angry B．sad C．happy D．afraid 6．A．eat B．drive C．ride D．wear 7．A．noisy B．deaf C．silly D．lazy 8．A．shared B．hidden C．polluted D．thrown 9．A．free B．old C．young D．busy 10．A．mountain B．flower C．bridge D．ball 【答案】 1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 5．C 6．D 7．B 8．A 9．D 10．C 【导语】本文讲述了陈小雨和她的数字非遗团队利用AI技术保护和传承江南丝绸灯笼制作技艺的故事。 1．句意：他们的新目标是保护正在慢慢消失的江南丝绸灯笼制作艺术。 lose失去；forget忘记；protect保护；kill杀死。根据“which is slowly disappearing.”可知，制作江南丝绸灯笼的艺术正在慢慢消失，应该要保护它。故选C。 2．句意：他因手抖无法教授制作灯笼的细节技术。 lanterns灯笼；umbrellas雨伞；kites风筝；shoes鞋子。根据上文“the art of making Jiangnan silk lanterns”可知，本文要讲的是制作灯笼的艺术。故选A。 3．句意：所以小雨决定用AI记录并分析他的手部动作。 laugh大笑；record记录；buy购买；hurt伤害。根据“she filmed Master Wang’s hands”可知，她拍摄王大师的手，应是在记录他的手部动作。故选B。 4．句意：AI程序将他的工作转化为368个短视频。 picture图片；story故事；money金钱；work工作。根据上文“she filmed Master Wang’s hands while he colored silk and bent (弯折) bamboo.”可知，此处指把王大师给丝绸上色和弯曲竹子的工作过程拍下来，再将他的工作过程转化成多个视频。故选D。 5．句意：当他们的第一本数字指南完成时，王大师非常高兴。 angry生气的；sad悲伤的；happy高兴的；afraid害怕的。根据“When their first digital guidebook was finished”可知，项目完成了，应是感到高兴的。故选C。 6．句意：游客可以佩戴AR眼镜体验王大师的“数字手”。 eat吃；drive驾驶；ride骑；wear穿戴。根据“AR glasses”可知，AR眼镜需佩戴使用，且“wear glasses”是固定搭配。故选D。 7．句意：一个失聪的女孩非常兴奋。 noisy吵闹的；deaf失聪的；silly愚蠢的；lazy懒惰的。根据下文“my hearing problem”可知，这个女孩有听力障碍，应用deaf形容她。故选B。 8．句意：粉丝们在小红书APP上分享了灯笼照片并获得许多点赞。 shared分享；hidden隐藏；polluted污染；thrown扔掉。根据“gotten lots of likes”可知，在软件上应是先分享内容后获赞。故选A。 9．句意：虽然小雨在学校很忙，但她仍然在空闲时间练习制作灯笼。 free空闲的；old年老的；young年轻的；busy忙碌的。根据“Though Xiaoyu is...at school, she still practices making lanterns in her free time.”可知，此处指尽管很忙，她也要抽时间练习制作灯笼。故选D。 10．句意：它像一座连接过去与现在的魔法桥梁。 mountain山；flower花；bridge桥梁；ball球。根据“connects the past and the present”可知强调连接作用，bridge最贴切。故选C。 题型2 阅读理解 Passage 1 Paper is one of the basic products of the modern world. From books to toilet paper, everyone uses paper in daily life. According to a report, 40% of the 15 billion trees felled (砍伐) are used to produce paper every year. More importantly, the paper-making process uses lots of water and causes air pollution. This is where Releaf Paper comes in. The company has found an ingenious way to make environmentally friendly paper. Instead of using wood to make paper, it uses leaves. The company was set up by Valentyn Frechka. He has always been interested in biochemistry (生物化学), which led him to try making paper from grass. When that failed, he moved on to leaves and achieved success. ______ Some European cities collect leaves from their streets and send them to Releaf Paper. Then, using mechanical (机械的) and chemical processes, the company is able to create one ton of cellulose (纤维素) from 2.3 tons of leaves. Cellulose is the material that paper is made of. Lignin (木质素), the leftover (残留物) from the processes, is then sent back to the cities to be used as fertilizer (化肥). The new processes use 15 times less water and cause less air pollution than the traditional paper producing model. “We are working only with the leaves that we get from cities because we cannot use the leaves from the forest. It’s not easy to collect them in the forest, and there is no need because there is an ecosystem,” Frechka said. “We get leaves for making paper and return lignin to the cities. It’s like a win-win model.” 1．What does the underlined word “ingenious” mean? A．Long. B．Expensive. C．Traditional. D．Creative. 2．Which sentence can be put in ______? A．So how is the paper produced? B．What can people do with waste? C．Why did Frechka start Releaf Paper? D．Why is producing eco-friendly paper important? 3．How does Releaf Paper make environmentally friendly paper? A．By moving to a new location. B．By using a different material. C．By inventing greener machines. D．By collecting leaves in the forest. 4．What do we know about lignin? A．It’s a kind of harmful waste. B．It can be used in city gardens. C．Paper is made of the material. D．It can be used to create cellulose. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了Releaf Paper公司利用树叶生产环保纸张的创新方法及其环保优势。 1．词句猜测题。根据“The company has found an ingenious way to make environmentally friendly paper. Instead of using wood to make paper, it uses leaves.”可知，公司没有用木材造纸，而是用树叶，这是一种有创意的方法；“ingenious”表示“有创造力的，巧妙的”，与Creative意思相近。故选D。 2．推理判断题。根据“Some European cities collect leaves from their streets and send them to Releaf Paper. ... Cellulose is the material that paper is made of.”可知，本文主要介绍环保纸的生产过程；选项A“那么纸张是如何生产的呢？”符合语境。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“The company has found an ingenious way to make environmentally friendly paper. Instead of using wood to make paper, it uses leaves.”可知，Releaf Paper通过使用不同的材料（树叶而非木材）来制造环保纸张。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据“Lignin (木质素), the leftover (残留物) from the processes, is then sent back to the cities to be used as fertilizer (化肥).”可知，木质素被送回城市用作化肥；由此推知它可以用于城市花园里面。故选B。 Passage 2 Libraries around the world still keep old books hundreds of years old. But will we be able to read today’s digital (数字的) books in hundreds of years? Librarians are worried. Even now, we can’t open some files (文件) from 20 or 25 years ago. Will our digital works be lost in a digital black hole? Will we face the loss of valuable information? Technology is changing fast. Old ways of keeping information are gone now, or they are no longer supported by new technology. For example, many people used floppy discs (软盘) to save files years ago, but today few machines can open them. Also, millions of songs and music pieces were saved on tapes or CDs, but now most old music players no longer work. Another problem is that websites often change or close down, and all the information on them can fall into the digital black hole. Books, however, are quite easy to keep. We don’t need special tools or technology to read them. If you keep them in a dry and safe place, they will stay safe for a long time. Li Shizhen’s great medical book Ben Cao Gang Mu came out in 1593. Amazingly, three copies from the first printing still survive today. That’s not bad for a book more than 400 years old. Today, to some researchers, printed books remain a safe way to keep information. In 2014, a professional group began to raise money to print a famous online encyclopedia into 1,000 books. This would make sure that even if digital technology fails, the knowledge can still be kept. For now, when it comes to storing information, printed copies seem to be the safest choice. However, future technology might develop and provide new ways to solve the problem of the digital black hole. Time will tell. 1．What happens if our digital works fall into a digital black hole? A．They are carefully kept. B．They cannot be understood. C．They cannot be read or reached. D．They are saved in a wrong place. 2．What is Paragraph 2 mainly about? A．How music players are developing. B．How technology is changing over time. C．Why old machines are no longer used today. D．Why technology may cause information loss. 3．Why does the writer mention Ben Cao Gang Mu? A．To discuss why this book is still important. B．To show printed books can last for a long time. C．To explain how easy it is to keep printed books. D．To tell when the earliest printed book came out. 4．What would the writer most probably agree with? A．Libraries should keep more digital books. B．Digital books are less valuable than printed ones. C．Technology will soon solve the problem of the digital black hole. D．Technology is still looking for better ways to keep information. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了数字作品可能面临的信息丢失问题，指出随着技术的快速变化，旧的信息保存方式可能不再受支持，导致数字作品陷入“数字黑洞”，同时强调了纸质书籍在信息保存方面的优势，但也提到未来技术可能会发展出新的解决方案。 1．细节理解题。根据“Will our digital works be lost in a digital black hole? Will we face the loss of valuable information?”可知，如果数字作品陷入“数字黑洞”，我们将面临有价值信息的丢失，即这些作品将无法被读取或访问。故选C。 2．段落大意题。根据“Technology is changing fast. Old ways of keeping information are gone now, or they are no longer supported by new technology”以及本段内容可知，第二段主要围绕技术快速变化展开，提到旧的保存信息的方式不再适用，如软盘、旧音乐播放器等无法使用，网站信息可能消失等，都是在说明技术可能导致信息丢失。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据“Books, however, are quite easy to keep. We don’t need special tools or technology to read them”以及“Li Shizhen’s great medical book Ben Cao Gang Mu came out in 1593. Amazingly, three copies from the first printing still survive today”可知，作者提到《本草纲目》是为了展示纸质书籍能够长时间保存的特点。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据“For now, when it comes to storing information, printed copies seem to be the safest choice. However, future technology might develop and provide new ways to solve the problem of the digital black hole”可知，作者认为目前纸质书籍是保存信息的最安全选择，但未来技术可能会发展出新的解决方案来应对“数字黑洞”问题，即技术在寻找更好的信息保存方式。故选D。 Passage 3 In 1903, the Wright brothers’ historic flight opened the door to human aviation (航天). Since then, over the past century, human have been always reaching new heights in researching the skies. Today, a new chapter is unfolding in the skies—one led by drones that are changing how we live, work, and connect. As part of the “low-altitude economy” (低空经济), these flying machines have become a sign of technological progress, fitting smoothly into both city and country life. Take the Badaling Great Wall in Beijing as an example, where drones have turned a 50- minute hike for food and water into a three-minute convenience. Travelers now order on the phone, and electric drones deliver (递送) snacks and drinks, even collecting garbage on their return trips. Besides, in cities like Shenzhen, known as the “City of Drones,” technology goes further. In 2024, electric “air cars” that can take off and land upright started flying there. They don’t need long runways, showing how technology can become part of daily life. Drones are also changing farming. In Guangxi, over 250,000 drones help protect plants. They watch over crops, spray pesticides (杀虫剂), and find pests, working quickly across large fields. This technology has cut labor costs by 40% compared to traditional methods, allowing farmers to manage more land with less effort. During harvest seasons, drones even help watch over fruit growth, guiding farmers to pick at the best time for better quality and higher yields (产量). With such new technology, there are things to think about. As more drones fly, questions about safety, airspace rules, and personal information might come up. How can we make sure these machines fly safely with other planes? How do we balance space of use with protecting people’s space? Even if high-tech GPS helps drones fly in a right way, rules must be developed to help use them without risks. From delivering snacks on the Great Wall to helping farms and cities, Chinese drones have gone from a new thing to a need. They show how creation can shorten the gap between old and new, city and country. As we step into this low-altitude revolution (变革), one thing is clear: The tomorrow is not just about flying higher, but about flying smarter. 1．How does the writer start the passage? A．By describing a future plan. B．By talking about a historic event. C．By raising a recent problem. D．By showing the changes of technology. 2．What can we infer about the use of drones? A．The “air cars” in Shenzhen will replace traditional cars in the future. B．Farmers now need more workers to control drones in the fields. C．Proper rules are the key to making drones more helpful. D．Farmers can use drones to watch fruit growth and pick fruits directly. 3．Which “gap” below has the same meaning as the “gap” in the last paragraph? A．The culture gap often makes it hard to talk to foreigners. B．The gap year before college helps students relax. C．There’s a gap in the wall—we can climb through it. D．The gap between the two buildings is used for a garden. 4．Which of the following shows the structure of this passage? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了无人机技术如何从莱特兄弟的航空开端发展至今，并广泛应用于低空经济、农业等领域，同时探讨了安全规则与技术创新的平衡问题。 1．推理判断题。根据“In 1903, the Wright brothers’ historic flight opened the door to human aviation (航天).”可推知，作者通过描述莱特兄弟的历史性飞行事件引入主题。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据“rules must be developed to help use them without risks.”可推知，制定合理规则是无人机发挥积极作用的关键。故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据“They show how creation can shorten the gap between old and new, city and country.”可知，无人机技术缩小了新旧、城乡之间的差距，属于抽象差异，结合选项可知，选项A“文化差异往往使与外国人交谈变得困难。”符合题意。故选A。 4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，文章第一段引出主题；第二段介绍无人机作为低空经济的一部分，融入城乡生活；第三段和第四段从城市生活、农业场景举例说明无人机的应用；第五段是讲无人机应用带来的安全、空域规则等思考；最后总结并指出无人机技术的未来趋势。故选D。 Passage 4 While most musicians work with other artists when creating their music, Holly Herndon, an American musician and sound artist who is now based in Berlin, takes a different way, working with the machine learning software called Spawn. The software uses artificial neural networks (人工神经网络) modeled after the structure of the human brain. These networks learn patterns from datasets (数据集) during the training process. Based on the data, the networks create new material that includes Herndon’s own voice. When producing her album, PROTO, Holly trained datasets to write new music. The process requires the input data of music written by people or by artificial intelligence (AI). The neural networks then produce variations (变化) of that music. “Computers surprise you in a way that an instrument doesn’t,” Holly said. So what does music sound like when composed by what is essentially a robot? It sounds like music from the future! But Holly Herndon isn’t the only one exploring AI in composition. Machines have played an increasingly important role in music over the last century. The godfather of computer science, Alan Turing, developed the first computer generated music in 1951. Then in 1980, David Cope from the University of California, Santa Cruz developed EMI—Experiments in Musical Intelligence, a system that analyzes existing music and produces new pieces based on it. AI might not take over the job of the “pop star” anytime soon, or will it? Miquela Sousa is a computer-generated artist with over one million followers on Instagram. “I’m a model and singer. And I’m a robot,” Miquela said. This then raises the question: Can we reproduce creativity using a computer? Though those questions are not easy to answer, I believe the next frontier of music lies somewhere in between. I can see the path forward with a new dawn of creativity that combines human inventiveness with AI. And the next chapter of music will certainly become wonderful as music and AI become even more closely connected. 1．What plays an important role in producing PROTO? A．Holly’s special voice. B．The input of existing music. C．Holly’s rich knowledge. D．The use of an instrument. 2．Why does the writer mention the example of Miquela Sousa? A．To compare human and robotic artists. B．To show smart robots are very popular. C．To lead people to think deeply on AI musicians. D．To explain the tasks of computer-generated artists. 3．What does the writer think of the future of music co-created by AI and humans? A．Bright. B．Hopeless. C．Uncertain. D．Not mentioned. 4．What does the article mainly talk about? A．The increasing practice of AI. B．The history of computer-generated music. C．The development of musical composition. D．The combination of AI and musical composition. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文主要讲述了美国音乐家和声音艺术家Holly Herndon使用人工智能创作了新音乐，介绍了其操作过程以及对AI音乐人的深度思考。 1．细节理解题。根据“The process requires the input data of music written by people or by artificial intelligence (AI). The neural networks then produce variations (变化) of that music.”可知，现有音乐的数据输入在其中起着重要的作用。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“AI might not take over the job of the ‘pop star’ anytime soon, or will it? … Can we reproduce creativity using a computer?”可知，通过这个例子提出了一个问题：我们能用电脑重现创造力吗？作者提到Miquela Sousa的例子是为了促进对AI音乐家的深度思考。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“Though those questions are not easy to answer, I believe the next frontier of music lies somewhere in between … and AI become even more closely connected.”可知，作者认为AI和人类共同创作的音乐的未来是光明的。故选A。 4．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，本文主要讲述了美国音乐家和声音艺术家Holly Herndon使用人工智能创作了新音乐，介绍了其操作过程以及对AI音乐家的深度思考。由此可知，这篇文章主要讲了人工智能和音乐创作的结合。故选D。 Passage 5 A primary school student, Ma Yuqian, had his socks knocked off by Beijing’s new robot-themed restaurant in E-Town. When he visited it on Friday, he watched a humanoid robot cut a cake perfectly, with not a single crumb (碎屑) left on the plate. “It’s amazing to see them do such careful tasks so smoothly,” he said happily after the visit. The robot-themed restaurant, alongside the world’s first humanoid smart robot 4S store, officially opened on Friday in Beijing E-Town. Since opening, it has attracted thousands of visitors. The 4S store provides sales, service, spare parts and customer surveys (客户调查). Since opening, thousands of visitors have come to experience it. In the restaurant, robot bartenders (酒吧侍者) warmly greet guests at the door, a robot band plays lively music, and robots dressed as ancient poets Li Bai and Su Shi tell funny stories to make everyone laugh. Guests can enjoy hamburgers and spaghetti here. They can also interact (互动) with cute dinosaur robots while eating, and watch robots make delicious pancakes, coffee and milk tea on site. Delivery robots move around quickly to bring food to tables. Many people book through apps or wait in line outside to try this new dining experience. The next day the stores opened, the 2025 World Robot Conference was launched (发动) in E-Town. As part of the event, a robot control competition for lower primary school students took place, which Ma and his mother attended. Ma’s mom praised, “The kids’ robot skills are great, opening a new world for the younger generation.” 1．The underlined words “had his socks knocked off” mean “________”. A．was amazed at B．was tired of C．was in control of D．was sure about 2．People can’t see ________ in the robot-themed restaurant. A．robot bartenders greet guests B．a robot band plays music C．robots teach students to make cakes D．dinosaur robots interact with guests 3．Which of the following events happened first? A．The World Robot Conference was launched. B．The robot restaurant and 4S store opened. C．Ma Yuqian visited the restaurant on Friday. D．The robot control competition for students took place. 4．What can be the best title for the passage? A．How to Make a Robot Cake B．Ma Yuqian’s Amazing Weekend C．The Future of Human Workers D．Robots Bring Fun to Dining and Life 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了北京亦庄新开的机器人主题餐厅和全球首家人形智能机器人4S店，以及它们为顾客带来的新奇体验。 1．词义猜测题。根据“It’s amazing to see them do such careful tasks so smoothly”可知，马雨谦对机器人能如此流畅地完成精细任务感到惊叹，因此“had his socks knocked off”应理解为“感到惊讶”。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段描述，餐厅内有机器人调酒师迎客、机器人乐队演奏、诗人机器人讲故事，以及第三段提到的恐龙机器人与顾客互动，但未提及“机器人教学生做蛋糕”。故选C。 3．事件排序题。根据时间线索：机器人餐厅和4S店周五开业（第二段）→马雨谦周五参观（第一段）→次日世界机器人大会启动并举办学生竞赛（第四段）。因此最早发生的事件是餐厅和4S店开业。故选B。 4．标题归纳题。全文围绕机器人餐厅和4S店如何通过多样化服务（餐饮、娱乐、互动）为生活增添乐趣展开，最贴合主旨的标题是“机器人给餐饮和生活带来乐趣”。故选D。 Passage 6 In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made its way into teenagers’ learning lives, bringing new changes to how they study. From smart learning apps to AI tutors, this technology is making learning more personalized and efficient.   One of the biggest impacts of AI on learning is personalized study plans. Many AI learning apps can analyze students’ test results and homework performance to find out their weak points. For example, if a student often makes mistakes in math algebra, the app will recommend targeted practice exercises and video lessons. This helps students focus on what they need to improve instead of wasting time on topics they already know well.   AI tutors are another useful tool. Unlike traditional teachers who have to take care of a whole class, AI tutors can provide one-on-one help. Students can ask questions about difficult knowledge points at any time, and the AI tutor will explain them in a way that matches the student’s learning speed. Some AI tutors even use games and animations to make boring subjects like chemistry or physics more interesting.   However, AI also has its limitations. It can’t replace the emotional support that human teachers provide. For example, when a student feels frustrated about a difficult subject, a teacher can encourage them and give emotional comfort, but an AI tutor can’t do that. Also, over-relying on AI may make students less willing to think independently.   Overall, AI is a valuable helper for teenagers’ learning. If used properly, it can help students learn better and more efficiently. The key is to balance the use of AI with traditional learning methods and keep developing independent thinking skills. 1．What is one advantage of AI learning apps mentioned in the passage? A．They can provide emotional support. B．They can create personalized study plans. C．They can replace human teachers completely. D．They can make students stop thinking independently. 2．How can AI tutors help students? A．By giving one-on-one explanations. B．By grading all homework for teachers. C．By encouraging students when they are frustrated. D．By making students rely on technology too much. 3．What is a limitation of AI in learning? A．It can’t analyze students’ test results. B．It can’t provide targeted practice exercises. C．It can’t offer emotional comfort to students. D．It can’t make difficult subjects interesting. 4．What does the writer suggest about using AI for learning? A．Rely on AI completely for all subjects. B．Balance AI use with traditional learning methods. C．Stop using AI because it has too many limitations. D．Use AI only for difficult subjects like math and physics. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了人工智能对青少年学习生活的影响，包括带来的优势、存在的局限性以及使用建议。 1．细节理解题。根据“One of the biggest impacts of AI on learning is personalized study plans. Many AI learning apps can analyze students’ test results and homework performance to find out their weak points.”可知，人工智能学习应用程序的一个优势是能制定个性化学习计划。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Unlike traditional teachers who have to take care of a whole class, AI tutors can provide one-on-one help.”可知，人工智能辅导老师能通过一对一讲解帮助学生。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“It can’t replace the emotional support that human teachers provide.”可知，人工智能在学习中的局限性是不能给学生提供情感安慰。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“The key is to balance the use of AI with traditional learning methods and keep developing independent thinking skills.”可知，作者建议平衡人工智能与传统学习方法的使用。故选B。 Passage 7 When you travel, do you like to stay somewhere fantastic, or do you like to keep it cheap and simple better? If your answer is simple, you might be interested in the story of Capsule Inn Osaka. Capsule Inn Osaka was the world's first capsule hotel (胶囊旅馆). It opened on February 1st, 1979 in Osaka, Japan. It’s still welcoming guests today. But it has a new name, New Japan Umeda. Like most capsule hotels you still see today, the rooms in Capsule Inn Osaka are just big enough for one person to lie down. And you could only find a TV and a radio in each room. Along each side of the hall, there are two floors of rooms. If you want to get to the second floor, you have to climb steps like you do on a sleeper train. The rooms in the hotel were 1,600 yen a night, or about $8 at the time. This was less than half the cost of a usual hotel. And it was even cheaper than a late-night taxi home. As a result, the capsule hotel became a popular place for workers when they missed the last train. Capsule Inn Osaka soon became a successful example. Encouraged by its success, many capsule hotels opened in other big cities across the country. By 2019, there were almost 35,000 capsule hotel rooms in Japan. Some people think this kind of hotel saves a lot of money. That’s great. But some don’t like to stay there. They think guests’ safety and privacy (隐私) are also important. 1．What are the rooms like at Capsule Inn Osaka according to Para. 3? A．Tidy. B．Convenient. C．Modern. D．Small. 2．Why was the capsule hotel popular with many workers? A．It was open until late at night. B．It cost less than other hotels. C．It was near the train station. D．It had different kinds of rooms. 3．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Most people like to stay in a capsule hotel. B．The capsule hotels are becoming less popular. C．Some people worry about their safety and privacy. D．Capsule Inn Osaka became successful in 2019. 4．Which can be the best title of the passage? A．How to enjoy a simple trip B．Great places to visit in Japan C．History of Japan’s hotels D．The world’s first capsule hotel 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了全球首家胶囊旅馆的起源、特点及争议，重点突出其“小而经济”的独特性和历史意义。 1．细节理解题。根据“Like most capsule hotels you still see today, the rooms in Capsule Inn Osaka are just big enough for one person to lie down.”可知，胶囊旅馆的房间很狭小，仅够一个人躺下，且设施简单。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“The rooms in the hotel were 1,600 yen a night, or about $8 at the time. This was less than half the cost of a usual hotel. And it was even cheaper than a late-night taxi home.”可知，胶囊旅馆的价格是普通酒店的一半以下，甚至比深夜打车回家更便宜。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“Some people think this kind of hotel saves a lot of money. That’s great. But some don’t like to stay there. They think guests’ safety and privacy are also important.”可知，虽然胶囊旅馆省钱，但部分人认为安全和隐私更重要。故选C。 4．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，全文围绕大阪胶囊旅馆的历史、特点和影响展开，D选项为最佳标题。故选D。 题型3 阅读表达 Passage 1 Most cars get their energy from petrol (汽油). But some cars use electricity. They get their power from large batteries (电池). There are also some cars that have both an electric motor and a petrol motor. They are called hybrid cars. Most people think of electric cars as a new invention, but they have been around for a long time. In the late 19th century, electric cars became popular because the technology for petrol engines was not highly developed. But when the petrol engines became easier to make and more powerful, they became more popular. Interest in electric cars was high in the 1970s and 1980s because oil became very expensive. Recently, electric cars have again become popular because people want cars that pollute less. Electric cars are better than petrol cars in several ways. The biggest benefit is that they can reduce pollution. In areas with a high percentage of electric cars, there is less pollution. But it is important to understand that electric cars still cause pollution. The electricity to power electric cars has to come from a power station. Unless these power stations run on solar or wind energy, they are most likely burning fossil fuels (化石燃料). The second benefit of electric cars is a reduction in the dependence on foreign oil. Since electric cars can run on electricity from coal or nuclear power (核能) stations, there is less of a need to import oil from other countries. There are some problems with electric cars as well. One disadvantage is that electric cars are more expensive than petrol cars. This is mostly because of the high cost of the batteries. They need to be charged in special places. Right now, there aren’t enough places where people can charge the batteries. Another problem is that electric cars cannot travel as far as petrol cars. Some people are afraid that the battery will run out of electricity before they reach their destination. Despite these problems, many people, including car industry experts, believe that the percentage of electric cars will increase in the future. 1．When did electric cars first become popular? 2．Why have electric cars become popular again recently? 3．What are the disadvantages of electric cars? 4．Do you believe there will be more electric cars in the future? Why? (Please give at least two reasons) 【答案】1．In the late 19th century. 2．Because people want cars that pollute less. 3．They are more expensive, there aren’t enough charging places, and they cannot travel as far as petrol cars. 4．Yes. First, electric cars can reduce pollution. Second, they reduce dependence on foreign oil. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了电动汽车的发展历史、优缺点以及未来前景。 1．根据“In the late 19th century, electric cars became popular because the technology for petrol engines was not highly developed.”可知，19世纪末，电动汽车开始流行。故填In the late 19th century. 2．根据“Recently, electric cars have again become popular because people want cars that pollute less.”可知，最近，电动汽车再次流行，因为人们想要污染更少的汽车。故填Because people want cars that pollute less. 3．根据“One disadvantage is that electric cars are more expensive than petrol cars…Right now, there aren’t enough places where people can charge the batteries. Another problem is that electric cars cannot travel as far as petrol cars.”可知答案。 4．开放性试题，言之有理即可，参考答案：Yes. First, electric cars can reduce pollution. Second, they reduce dependence on foreign oil. Passage 2 We do it as first thing in the morning, last thing at night, and perhaps every hour in between: scrolling (刷手机). Scrolling is one of those things that 20 years ago none of us ever did, but now most of us do it hundreds of times a day. You may even be doing it now! But here’s the thing: we know it doesn’t make us happy! People prefer talking to strangers over scrolling on their phones, a study has found—but that doesn’t always mean we make the right choice. Researchers from the US wanted to compare the way people expected to feel about doing three activities, and how people actually felt after doing them. These three activities were using a smartphone, having a conversation with a stranger and sitting alone. One group of participants predicted how they would feel when doing each of these activities, giving them a score out of 100. Another group completed each activity and gave them a score out of 100 based on how positive they felt. While the researchers thought people might underestimate (低估) the positive (积极的) feelings they would get from talking to a stranger, they didn’t. People predicted this would give them the most positive feelings, and it did! Another group was given more choices about what to do on their phones: watch videos, text, or scroll social media. Or they could talk to a stranger, or sit alone. This time, watching videos was predicted to be the most positive activity, followed by talking to a stranger. However, among those who actually did it, the researchers still found that talking to a stranger was most likely to improve people’s moods (情绪). And sitting alone was always last. So will we all scroll less and talk more? 1．How does scrolling make us feel? 2．What are the three activities that researchers want to compare? 3．Which activity actually gave people the most positive feeling? 4．Will we scroll less and talk more? Why do you think so? 【答案】1．Unhappy./Not happy. 2．Using a smartphone, having a conversation with a stranger and sitting alone. 3．Talking to a stranger./Having a conversation with a stranger. 4．Probably not. Because even though we know talking makes us happier, scrolling is a habit that is very easy and convenient to do. Our phones are always with us, while starting a conversation requires more effort and courage. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章通过一项研究发现，尽管人们预测看视频或刷手机会带来更积极的情绪，但实际与他人交谈最能改善情绪，而独自坐着效果最差。这揭示了人们行为 (频繁刷手机) 与真实情感需求 (社交连接) 之间存在矛盾。 1．根据第二段“But here’s the thing: we know it doesn’t make us happy!”可知，刷手机无法带来快乐。故填Unhappy./Not happy. 2．根据第四段“These three activities were using a smartphone, having a conversation with a stranger and sitting alone.”可知，研究人员要对比的三种行为分别是使用手机、跟陌生人聊天和独自坐着。故填Using a smartphone, having a conversation with a stranger and sitting alone. 3．根据第六段“People predicted this would give them the most positive feelings, and it did!”和第八段“the researchers still found that talking to a stranger was most likely to improve people’s moods”可知，两处实验结果均指向“与陌生人交谈”是实际带来最积极感受的行为。故填Talking to a stranger./Having a conversation with a stranger. 4．开放性试题，言之有理即可。参考答案为：Probably not. Because even though we know talking makes us happier, scrolling is a habit that is very easy and convenient to do. Our phones are always with us, while starting a conversation requires more effort and courage. Passage 3 Should We Have a Weekly Screen-free Day? Have you ever asked someone a question, but they didn’t reply because they were looking at their phone or tablet (平板电脑)? Or maybe you planned to play a game online for just 10 minutes, but when you checked the time, hours had passed. People are using technology more than ever before. That’s why the charity Fairplay wants people to really think about how much time they spend using digital devices, like smartphones, tablets or computers. Fairplay wants people to devote (留出) one day a week to living without screens. It says that this will help people “take the time we need to focus on our families and our well-being”. Is this realistic (现实可行的) now? And what if using screens makes you happier? What do you think? Should people have one screen-free day a week? Some people think that we are spending too much time online, which can be really bad for our health. Studies have shown that it can affect our sleep. It also makes it harder for young people to focus for a long time. Even though technology is an important part of people’s lives, so is free time. Less time spent online means more time to live in the real world. Whether it’s playing sports, painting or reading a book, a day offline would help people focus on their hobbies. Hobbies can make people feel more rested and relaxed. Having one screen-free day a week would also bring families together. Screens can take away the quality time they spend with loved ones and can even cause arguments. A day without screens is a simple idea that the whole family can follow. But some people have different ideas. They think instead of banning (禁止) technology for one day a week, we should pay more attention to how often we’re online and how it makes us feel. Scrolling (滑动浏览) on social media can make us feel like we’re missing out, while receiving a funny dog video from a friend can make us feel happy right now. In fact, research has shown that screen time can improve young people’s education and development. It’s also unrealistic to spend a whole day offline—people depend on digital devices to keep in touch. It’s not wise, either. What if we’re in an emergency and need to reach someone? Surely, it’s better to take short breaks every day and turn screens off during mealtimes and an hour or two before bed. A healthy balance is what we should aim for. 1．What does the charity Fairplay want people to really think about? 2．What does “less time spent online” mean? 3．What do some people think we should do instead of banning technology for one day a week? 4．Would you like to have one screen-free day a week? Why or why not? (Please give at least two reasons.) 【答案】1．How much time they spend using digital devices, like smartphones, tablets or computers. 2．Less time spent online means more time to live in the real world. 3．We should pay more attention to how often we’re online and how it makes us feel. 4．Yes, because it helps focus on hobbies and improves family time. 【导语】本文围绕“是否应该设立每周无屏幕日”展开讨论，分别列举了支持与反对的观点及理由。 1．根据“That’s why the charity Fairplay wants people to really think about how much time they spend using digital devices, like smartphones, tablets or computers.”可知，Fairplay关注的是人们对电子设备的使用时长。故填How much time they spend using digital devices, like smartphones, tablets or computers. 2．根据“Less time spent online means more time to live in the real world.”可知，减少上网时间意味着更多时间生活在现实世界中。故填Less time spent online means more time to live in the real world. 3．根据“They think instead of banning (禁止) technology for one day a week, we should pay more attention to how often we’re online and how it makes us feel”可知，我们应更关注上网频率及其对情绪的影响。故填We should pay more attention to how often we’re online and how it makes us feel. 4．开放性试题，言之有理即可，参考答案：Yes, because it helps focus on hobbies and improves family time. Passage 4 Your Body on Creativity When you picture a creative person, do you imagine someone painting a picture or writing a poem? While these activities totally count as creativity, you don’t need to be an artist or a poet to get creative. Whether you’re singing in the shower, inventing a new after-school snack, or simply doodling (乱画) in your notebook, you’re showing your creativity. And there are many benefits to taking part in creative activities. Studies show that doing something creative can improve your focus, help you relax, and reduce anxiety. Creativity can also have a positive impact on your physical health. Want to feel happier, calmer, and healthier? Read on to find more. When it comes to mood, creativity is like a magic pill. Making visual art, such as painting or drawing, or simply admiring a cool piece of art, can lower cortisol (皮质醇) levels. Cortisol is the stress hormone (荷尔蒙) that makes you feel anxious. So next time you’re nervous before an exam, try doodling something fun or checking out some art online. It can help you calm down and feel more in control. As for heart, being creative might be a good way to take care of your heart. Creativity can be a super-hero partner. It can lower your blood pressure, making it easier for your heart to pump blood throughout your body. This is especially beneficial for people with heart-related issues. Even simple creative activities can help your heart work more efficiently. Your brain is another big winner when you get creative. It can sharpen your focus and mental flexibility. It allows you to think in different ways and come up with new ideas, which is super handy for those tricky math problems or essay brainstorming discussions. Plus, creativity helps your brain stay young. Studies have shown that it can also prevent cognitive (认知) decrease in older adults, helping them maintain their mental abilities for a longer time. Last but not least, your nervous system benefits too. Creativity can better its pain-managing ability. If you suffer from chronic (慢性的) pain, studies show that creative activities like writing music or even singing your favorite tunes can help reduce discomfort. So, embrace creativity. It’s not just for artists; it’s for everyone. Whether you’re writing a song, painting a picture, or just daydreaming, you are doing your body and mind a huge favor. Why not give it a go and see how it transforms your life? You might just discover a new passion that makes you feel awesome! 1．What activities count as creativity? 2．When you’re nervous before an exam, what can you do? 3．How can creativity help older adults maintain their mental abilities for a longer time? 4．What can you do to develop your creativity? And why? (Please give at least two reasons.) 【答案】1．Painting a picture and writing a poem./Singing in the shower, inventing a new after-school snack, or doodling in a notebook. 2．Try doodling something fun or checking out some art online. 3．By preventing cognitive decrease in older adults. 4．To develop creativity, you can engage in activities like writing songs, painting, or daydreaming. Reasons: (1) It improves focus and reduces anxiety; (2) It benefits physical health, such as lowering blood pressure and preventing cognitive decline. 【导语】本文主要探讨了创造力的广泛定义及其对身心健康的积极影响。 1．根据“Whether you’re singing in the shower, inventing a new after-school snack, or simply doodling in your notebook, you’re showing your creativity.”可知，无论你是在淋浴时唱歌，发明一种新的课后小吃，还是只是涂鸦在你的笔记本里，你在展示你的创造力。故填Painting a picture and writing a poem./Singing in the shower, inventing a new after-school snack, or doodling in a notebook. 2．根据“So next time you’re nervous before an exam, try doodling something fun or checking out some art online. It can help you calm down and feel more in control.”可知，在考试前紧张的时候，试着涂鸦一些有趣的东西或者在网上看一些艺术作品，可以帮助你平静下来，感觉更有控制力。故填Try doodling something fun or checking out some art online. 3．根据“Studies have shown that it can also prevent cognitive decrease in older adults, helping them maintain their mental abilities for a longer time.”可知，是通过防止老年人的认知能力下降，来帮助他们更长时间地保持他们的思维能力。故填By preventing cognitive decrease in older adults. 4．此题为开放性试题，言之有理即可。故填To develop creativity, you can engage in activities like writing songs, painting, or daydreaming. Reasons: (1) It improves focus and reduces anxiety; (2) It benefits physical health, such as lowering blood pressure and preventing cognitive decline. Passage 5 With the rapid development of technology, robots are playing an increasingly important role in healthcare. Many companies have created smart robots to improve patients’ quality of life, making their daily life safer and more convenient. In China, the ArmMotus EMU robot helps patients recover arm movements after injuries with smart AI, which makes training fun and effective. In Japan, the Mabu robot records medication (用药) schedules and also warns families about health risks. For example, if a sick child forgets to take a pill, Mabu sets a reminder and notifies (通知) parents. Such features allow sick children to stay independent while giving their families peace of mind. Besides daily healthcare, robots can also offer companionship (陪伴). For example, Toyota’s Human Support Robot (HSR) can pick up objects, prepare medication, and even hold simple conversations with patients. Similarly, ElliQ, developed by Intuition Robotics, acts as a “friend” by suggesting activities like playing chess or listening to music, sharing daily news, and chatting with the patients. These robots combine (结合) advanced technology with healthcare, offering both safety and companionship. Even with these benefits, healthcare robots still face big challenges. Cost remains a big problem. High-tech robots like Mabu or HSR are expensive, making them unaffordable for many families. Governments are exploring solutions such as robot-sharing programs to give more people chances to use these tools. Another worry is emotional care. Some people argue that robots cannot replace human warmth. A robot might bring a glass of water, but it cannot share personal stories or offer a comforting hug. Experts stress that robots should work with human caregivers, rather than replace them totally. Looking ahead, robot technology will continue to advance. The Paro robot in Japan, a cute robotic seal (海豹)—has already been used in some hospitals to calm anxious patients. The Pillo robot in the US manages medications and even answers health questions, becoming a trusted helper. Robots offer amazing tools to support healthcare. They handle routine tasks, improve safety, and bring joy. Yet, balancing technology with human connection remains important. Caregivers can start by introducing robots for simple tasks like setting reminders, and gradually introduce more features based on patients’ needs. 1．How does Mabu help sick kids who forget to take pills? 2．What tasks can Toyota’s HSR robot do? 3．What are the challenges of using robots in healthcare? 4．Which is better for someone who needs health care: healthcare robots or human caregivers? Why? (Please give two reasons.) 【答案】1．Mabu sets a reminder and notifies parents. 2．It can pick up objects, prepare medication, and even hold simple conversations with patients. 3．Cost remains a big problem and another worry is emotional care. 4．①Healthcare robots. Firstly, they can improve the quality of life by making people’s daily life safer and more convenient. Secondly, they combine advanced technology with healthcare, offering both up-to-date services and companionship. ②Human caregivers. First, high-tech robots are too expensive. Second, human caregivers can share personal stories or offer comforting hugs to give valuable warmth. 【导语】本文主要讲述了机器人在医疗保健中发挥着越来越重要的作用。 1．根据“For example, if a sick child forgets to take a pill, Mabu sets a reminder and notifies (通知) parents.”可知，如果生病的孩子忘记吃药，Mabu会设置提醒并通知父母。故填Mabu sets a reminder and notifies parents. 2．根据“For example, Toyota’s Human Support Robot (HSR) can pick up objects, prepare medication, and even hold simple conversations with patients.”可知，它可以拿起物体，准备药物，甚至与患者进行简单的对话。故填It can pick up objects, prepare medication, and even hold simple conversations with patients. 3．根据“Cost remains a big problem.”“Another worry is emotional care.”可知，成本仍然是一个大问题，另一个担忧是情感关怀。故填Cost remains a big problem and another worry is emotional care. 4．开放性试题，言之有理即可。参考答案为①Healthcare robots. Firstly, they can improve the quality of life by making people’s daily life safer and more convenient. Secondly, they combine advanced technology with healthcare, offering both up-to-date services and companionship. ②Human caregivers. First, high-tech robots are too expensive. Second, human caregivers can share personal stories or offer comforting hugs to give valuable warmth. 题型 4 文段表达 Passage 1 Deep Seek的出现引起了人们的热议，人工智能 (AI)的崛起对我们的生活产生了重大影响。假如你是李明，学校的英语杂志正在开展以“人工智能与我们的生活”为主题的征文活动，请你就这个主题进行英文投稿，写一篇80词左右的短文。 提示词语：useful, influence, convenient, development, technology 提示问题： What changes has Al brought to our lives? What do you think of the changes? ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【参考范文】 Artificial Intelligence and Our Lives The rise of AI, like Deep Seek, has greatly influenced our lives. It has brought many changes. AI makes our lives more convenient. For example, smart assistants can answer our questions and help with tasks. Smart home devices allow us to control our houses easily. Also, AI in healthcare helps doctors make more accurate diagnoses. I think these changes are really useful. With the development of technology, AI will play an even more important role in the future. 【解析】[总体分析] ① 题材：本文是一篇材料作文，属于说明文； ② 时态：时态为“一般现在时”； ③ 提示：依据给定的主题、提示词语和问题进行写作，需阐述人工智能带来的生活变化及对这些变化的看法，不能遗漏要点。 [写作步骤] 第一步，开篇点明人工智能极大地影响了我们的生活，引出下文对变化的阐述； 第二步，具体举例说明人工智能带来的便利，如智能助手帮忙处理任务、智能家居轻松控制房屋、医疗领域辅助医生诊断等； 第三步，表明自己对这些变化的看法，认为很有用，并提及随着技术发展人工智能未来会更重要。 [亮点词汇] ① make sb./sth. adj.使某人/某物…… ② help with 在某方面帮助 ③ play an important role 扮演重要角色 [高分句型] ① I think these changes are really useful.（think后为省略that的宾语从句） ② With the development of technology, AI will play an even more important role in the future.（“with + 名词短语”结构作伴随状语） Passage 2 假设你是李华，你们学校将要举办“科技节”活动。你打算邀请交换生Peter参加这次活动。请你用英语给他写一封电子邮件，告诉他活动时间、地点及活动内容。 提示词语：school hall, speech, video, invention, experiment 提示问题：When and where will the science festival be held?             What activities will be done in the science festival? Dear Peter, I’m glad to tell you a piece of good news. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I look forward to your early reply. Yours, Li Hua 【参考范文】 Dear Peter, I’m glad to tell you a piece of good news. Our school is going to hold a school Science Festival. I’m glad to invite you to take part in it. The event will be held on January 19th in the school hall. There will be a variety of activities for you to enjoy. Our headmaster will give a speech. You will see amazing inventions and videos about them, which show the latest developments in science and technology. Also, you’ll have the chance to attend interesting lectures on different scientific topics. If you want to get hands-on experience, there are interactive stands where you can try out experiments. It’s going to be a great opportunity to learn and have fun at the same time! I look forward to your early reply. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】[总体分析] ① 题材：本文是一篇电子邮件； ② 时态：时态为“一般将来时”； ③ 提示：写作要点已给出，考生应注意不要遗漏“提示信息”中“邀请Peter来参加科技节，活动时间，地点和内容”，适当添加细节，并突出写作重点。 [写作步骤] 第一步，表明写作意图。借用“我很高兴告诉你一个好消息。”来引出重点介绍的内容； 第二步，具体阐述写作内容。从“邀请Peter来参加科技节，科技节举办的时间，地点以及科技节的活动内容”重点介绍科技节的相关情况； 第三步，书写结语。表达“我期待你早日答复。” [亮点词汇] ①take part in参加 ②a variety of各种各样的 [高分句型] ①Our school is going to hold a school Science Festival.（be going to do sth表示“计划做某事”） ②If you want to get hands-on experience, there are interactive stands where you can try out experiments.（if引导的条件状语从句） Passage 3 发明改变了世界，改变了我们的生活，如手机(mobile phone)、汽车(cars)、 地图(map)等。 假如你是李华，你校英语社团正在开展线上国际交流活动。其公众号计划做关于“发明改变生活”的系列推送。请你用英文给公众号投稿，推荐一个你认为重要的发明，并说明推荐理由。 提示词语： important, change, develop 提示问题： ●  What invention do you want to recommend (推荐)? ●  Why do you want to recommend it? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【参考范文】 Many great inventions have changed our life. In my opinion, the mobile phone is the most important invention. The mobile phone makes it possible for us to communicate conveniently with others. We can get comfort whenever we are upset or we run into trouble. What’s more, with the rapid development of electronic equipment, the mobile phone is getting smaller but more powerful. Nowadays, we can also use a mobile phone to search for information or even shop online. How cool it is! In a word, I do think that the mobile phone is the most important invention. 【解析】[总体分析] ①题材：本文是一篇话题作文； ②时态：时态为“一般现在时”； ③提示：写作要点已给出，要写出这个发明是什么，为什么这个发明好。适当添加细节，并突出写作重点。 [写作步骤] 第一步，表明写作意图，介绍你要写的发明是什么； 第二步，介绍这个发明给我们带来了哪些好处。 第三步，书写结语，总结观点。 [亮点词汇] ① run into trouble遇到麻烦 ②the rapid development快速发展 ③search for information搜寻资料 [高分句型] ① The mobile phone makes it possible for us to communicate conveniently with others.（it作形式宾语） ②We can get comfort whenever we are upset or we run into trouble.（whenever引导让步状语从句。） Passage 4 随着科技的发展，互联网给我们带来了很多便利和好处，但沉溺网络也带来很多不良影响。 某英文网站正在开展以“我和互联网”为主题的征文活动。假如你是李华，请用英语写一篇短文投稿，谈谈你每天的上网时长，你上网都做些什么以及你对互联网的看法。 提示词语： spend, search for, convenient, be bad for, properly 提示问题：● How long do you surf the Internet every day? ● What do you often do on the Internet? ● What do you think of the Internet? The Internet and Me With the development of science and technology, the Internet has become a must in our life.   ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【参考范文】 With the development of science and technology, the Internet has become a must in our life. I usually spend an hour surfing the Internet every day. I often search for some information on the Internet. I also listen to music and chat with my friends on WeChat. Sometimes I buy books online. In my opinion, the Internet is very convenient. We can do a lot of things online and we could have online classes during pandemic. But don’t spend too much time online. Our eyes get tired easily. And it’s bad for our health. So we should use the Internet properly. We can make use of Internet to do necessary things. We mustn’t depend too much on it. 【解析】[总体分析] ①题材：本文是一篇材料作文； ②时态：时态为“一般现在时”； ③提示：根据所给的几个问题，介绍自己每天上网的情况，适当添加细节，并突出写作重点。 [写作步骤] 第一步，引出互联网（已给出）； 第二步，介绍自己每天上网的时间，时长，以及都做了什么； 第三步，书写结语。表达自己对互联网的看法。 [亮点词汇] ①surf the Internet 上网冲浪 ②search for查找 ③listen to music听音乐 ④chat with与……聊天 ⑤make use of利用 [高分句型] But don’t spend too much time online.  (祈使句的否定句) Passage 5 假如你是李华，你校英语公众号将推出以“科技”为主题的系列推送。请你用英文给公众号留言，介绍一个你认为最实用的设备（device）或应用程序（app），并描述它给生活带来的便利。 提示词语：technology, communicate, learn, convenient, time-saving 提示问题： ·What device or app do you want to introduce? ·What benefits does it bring to people? Technology is now becoming more and more important in our life. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【参考范文】 Technology is now becoming more and more important in our life. As for me, the most practical device that I want to introduce is the mobile payment app called Alipay. With Alipay, people can make transactions easily and quickly without the need for cash. It has become a popular way to pay for daily expenses, such as groceries, transportation, and even utility bills. Besides, Alipay also provides various functions, including booking flights and hotels, ordering food, and even investing money. Alipay is not only convenient but also time-saving. It reduces the time needed to count and handle cash, which can be frustrating and time-consuming. Additionally, people do not need to carry a lot of cash with them, which can help prevent theft and loss of money. In conclusion, Alipay is an app that brings a lot of benefits to people’s daily lives, making transactions more convenient and efficient. It is one of the most practical technological advancements that we have today. 【解析】[总体分析] ① 题材：本文是一篇材料作文； ② 时态：时态为“一般现在时”； ③ 提示：根据所给提示完成写作，不能遗漏信息，以第三人称为主。 [写作步骤] 第一步，说明你想介绍什么设备或应用； 第二步，具体阐述它给人们带来了什么好处； 第三步，最后作总结。 [亮点词汇] ①as for至于 ②not only...but also...不但……而且…… ③in conclusion总之 [高分句型] ①the most practical device that I want to introduce is the mobile payment app called Alipay.（that引导的定语从句） ②It reduces the time needed to count and handle cash, which can be frustrating and time-consuming.（which引导的非限制定语从句） Passage 6 科技发展日新月异。某英文网站正在开展以“科技与生活”为主题的征文活动。 假定你是李华，请用英语写一篇短文投稿，谈谈科技是如何改变你的生活的？面对科技带来的机遇与挑战，你将如何去做？ 提示词语： AI（人工智能）, challenge, convenient, improve, create 提示问题： ● How does technology change your life? ● What will you do in the future? The rapid development of technology has brought great changes to our life.     ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【参考范文】 The rapid development of technology has brought great changes to our life. Technology has changed communication by providing instant and convenient means to connect with others globally. We can now communicate through emails, instant messaging, video calls, and social media platforms to stay connected with friends and family. Besides, development in transportation technology, such as airplanes, high-speed trains, and electric vehicles, has made travel faster, safer, and more available. Most importantly, technology has transformed the way we learn. Online courses, educational platforms, and digital tools have made education more interesting, flexible, and personal. As technology continues to change, it’s important to embrace lifelong learning to keep up with the pace. So I will study harder to learn more about science and technology. In short, I think we all should master more digital skills to get involved in the world while it is also essential to balance the screen time with our daily life. 【解析】[总体分析] ① 题材：本文是一篇应用文，为征文投稿；         ② 时态：时态为“一般现在时”和“一般将来时”； ③ 提示：围绕提示问题展开介绍科技带来的变化及未来应该做什么，注意要点齐全，可适当展开。         [写作步骤] 第一步，紧接文章所给的开头句，具体展开科技给生活带来的变化；         第二步，面对科技带来的变化，描述自己未来应该如何做； 第三步，文章总结，紧跟时代步伐，积极面对变化。         [亮点词汇] ① instant and convenient means 快捷便利的方法 ② stay connected with...与……保持联系 ③ keep up with... 跟上……         ④ get involved in... 参加，融入 [高分句型] ①Online courses, educational platforms, and digital tools have made education more interesting, flexible, and personal. （make+宾语+宾语补足语） ② We should master more digital skills to get involved in the world while it is also essential to balance the screen time with our daily life.（“It is+形容词+to do”句型） 1 / 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题03 发明与创造话题 题型1 完形填空 题型3 阅读表达 题型2 阅读理解 题型 4 文段表达 题型1 完形填空 Passage 1 Drums in Space Brenda was a happy, artistic girl, a girl with one big dream—to play the 1 in a band. But one big problem lay in her way. To be good enough to play in a band, Brenda had to practice a lot, but she lived next door to a lot of old people—many of them liked living in the quiet place. She knew that the sound of beating drums would really make them feel nervous. Brenda was a very good, 2 girl. She always tried to find a way of practicing her drums without bothering（打扰）other people. So she had tried playing in the strangest places: a basement, a kitchen, and even in a shower. But it was no good, there was always someone to be 3 with her when she was practicing it. However, Brenda decided to practice as much as she could, she spent most of her time playing on books and boxes, and looking for new places to practice. One day, while watching a science program on TV, she heard that 4 cannot travel in space, because there’s no air. At that moment, Brenda decided to become a musical astronaut. With the help of a lot of time, a lot of books and a lot of work, Brenda built a space bubble（气泡）. It was a big glass ball connected to a machine which 5 out all the air inside. All those would be left inside were drums and a chair. Brenda put on the space suit she had made, 6 the bubble, turned on the machine, then she played the drums like a wild child! It wasn’t long before Brenda—“The Musical Astronaut”—had become very famous. So many people came to see her play in her space bubble. Shortly afterwards she came out of the bubble and started giving concerts. Her fame spread so much that the government suggested that she could form part of a unique space journey. Finally, Brenda was a real musical 7 , and had gone far beyond her first dream of playing the drums in a band. Years later, when people asked her how she had achieved all this, she thought for a moment and said, “If those old people next-door didn’t 8 so much to me, I wouldn’t go to such lengths to find a solution, and none of this would have ever happened. ” 1．A．piano B．violin C．guitar D．drums 2．A．humorous B．respectful C．confident D．curious 3．A．patient B．satisfied C．angry D．pleased 4．A．sound B．heat C．light D．electricity 5．A．blew B．put C．drew D．found 6．A．entered B．collected C．followed D．chose 7．A．manager B．scientist C．inventor D．astronaut 8．A．show B．matter C．consider D．support Passage 2 Shaine Kilyun is an American girl. In her free time, she builds wheelchairs for 1 . So far, she has made 16 wheelchairs for homeless animals. When Shaine was in primary school, she started 2 pets. She had a dog and two cats at home. She also helped at animal hospitals. But she was 3 to hear that some animals were often put to death because they couldn’t walk and needed special care. “I should do something 4 for them!” she thought. In December 2020, a video on the Internet gave her an 5 . In the video, dogs ran happily in wheelchairs. “I can 6 wheelchair making, too!” Shaine said to herself. Then Shaine spent her free time watching videos and learning to make wheelchairs. After she made the first one, she 7 it on her own dog and cats. Then she used it for a 7-month-old dog called Cypress, whose front legs were shorter than the back ones. Shaine felt truly excited when she saw Cypress run and play 8 in her wheelchair. Now Shaine can make wheelchairs of all sizes and 9 for different animals. Besides, her wheelchairs 10 less, so more animals can use them. Shaine said, “I really hope to save more animals with my wheelchairs in the future.” 1．A．humans B．robots C．animals D．machines 2．A．touching B．keeping C．selling D．treating 3．A．sorry B．calm C．proud D．confident 4．A．awful B．successful C．familiar D．helpful 5．A．exam B．idea C．example D．invitation 6．A．give up B．take up C．put up D．set up 7．A．used B．closed C．picked D．collected 8．A．patiently B．carefully C．quietly D．happily 9．A．steps B．prices C．colors D．shapes 10．A．sell B．give C．cost D．appear Passage 3 Have you ever seen a group of wild geese (大雁) flying south for the winter? On an autumn day, my mother and I took a walk by the lake. As we looked at the 1 , a group of wild geese suddenly appeared. They headed south for the winter in the 2 of a “V”. I was caught by the surprising sight. My mother 3 the animal migration (迁徙) to me. One of the most surprising examples is the gray whales which have the 4 yearly trip, covering almost 20,000 kilometers. These whales 5 landmarks near the sea to move to the north or south. When migrating south in winter, they keep the beach on their left. When migrating north in spring, they keep the coast on their 6 . What’s more, my mother explained that the migration of bird 7 the Earth’s magnetic field (磁场). These birds know how to use the magnetic field to 8 when the sun or stars are covered by clouds. Learning about animal migration makes me realize 9 magical the natural world is. It also makes me understand the importance of getting knowledge and understanding the world around us. We should never stop exploring and questioning, 10 there is always something new to discover. The natural world is full of wonders, and we should do our best to enjoy and protect it. 1．A．lake B．forest C．sky D．ground 2．A．circle B．length C．size D．shape 3．A．explained B．suggested C．taught D．compared 4．A．darkest B．hardest C．longest D．nearest 5．A．like B．use C．protect D．trust 6．A．left B．right C．front D．back 7．A．lives on B．feeds on C．works on D．depends on 8．A．rest B．wait C．move D．hide 9．A．what B．how C．why D．when 10．A．because B．if C．until D．though Passage 4 In the fast-changing world of technology, Liang Wenfeng is a rising star. He founded DeepSeek, an AI company that has made a great 1 to the world greatly. Liang Wenfeng was born in the 1980s in a small town in Guangdong. From a young age, he showed great 2 in mathematics and computers. He studied hard and got into Zhejiang University, where he got both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in 3 science, making the most of his advantage. After graduating, Liang Wenfeng started his career in the financial field. He co-founded a hedge fund that used AI models to trade stocks. This made him famous in the investment world. However, he was not satisfied with this success. He saw the huge potential of artificial intelligence and decided to make a big 4 . In 2023, he 5 DeepSeek. He put a lot of effort and money into 6 advanced AI technologies. DeepSeek’s goal is to 7 powerful AI models that can compete with the best in the world. And it has achieved great success. Its Al models have strong language-processing abilities. They can 8 various questions, help with writing, and even write code. What’s more, these models are cost-effective, which makes them very 9 . DeepSeek’s 10 have made Liang Wenfeng respected in the global tech community. But he is still low-key. Though very successful, he focuses on his work and dreams of making AI good for everyone. His stories shows that with hard work, talent and courage to take risks, great things can be done in technology. 1．A．influence B．difference C．determination D．decision 2．A．skill B．knowledge C．improvement D．talent 3．A．computer B．technology C．physics D．chemistry 4．A．charge B．choice C．change D．chance 5．A．set off B．set down C．set up D．set in 6．A．spreading B．developing C．using D．making 7．A．clone B．copy C．sell D．invent 8．A．make B．answer C．create D．mind 9．A．expensive B．difficult C．comfortable D．popular 10．A．invention B．achievements C．improvement D．advantages Passage 5 Chen Xiaoyu is a student. She is a member of her school’s “Digital Intangible Heritage team (数字非遗队)”. Their new goal is to 1 the art of making Jiangnan silk lanterns, which is slowly disappearing. The biggest challenge for Xiaoyu was with Master Wang, an 82-year-old lantern artist. He couldn’t teach the detailed techniques of making 2 because of his shaky (颤抖的) hands. So Xiaoyu made a decision to use AI to 3 and analyze (分析) his hand movements. Every weekend, she filmed Master Wang’s hands while he colored silk and bent (弯折) bamboo. The AI program turned his 4 into 368 short videos. When their first digital guidebook was finished, Master Wang was very 5 . “I never thought teenagers would use technology to remember what my old hands forget,” he said. The team’s big moment came at the Qiantang River Lantern Festival. Visitors could 6 AR glasses to experience Master Wang’s “digital hands”. A 7 girl was very excited and she said, “Now I can learn how to make lanterns without being scared of my hearing problem!” So far, their online courses have attracted 50,000 people from all over the world. Fans have 8 lantern photos on Xiaohongshu App and gotten lots of likes. Though Xiaoyu is 9 at school, she still practices making lanterns in her free time. “AI won’t take the place of humans,” she tells her friends. “It’s like a magic 10 that connects the past and the present.” 1．A．lose B．forget C．protect D．kill 2．A．lanterns B．umbrellas C．kites D．shoes 3．A．laugh B．record C．buy D．hurt 4．A．picture B．story C．money D．work 5．A．angry B．sad C．happy D．afraid 6．A．eat B．drive C．ride D．wear 7．A．noisy B．deaf C．silly D．lazy 8．A．shared B．hidden C．polluted D．thrown 9．A．free B．old C．young D．busy 10．A．mountain B．flower C．bridge D．ball 题型2 阅读理解 Passage 1 Paper is one of the basic products of the modern world. From books to toilet paper, everyone uses paper in daily life. According to a report, 40% of the 15 billion trees felled (砍伐) are used to produce paper every year. More importantly, the paper-making process uses lots of water and causes air pollution. This is where Releaf Paper comes in. The company has found an ingenious way to make environmentally friendly paper. Instead of using wood to make paper, it uses leaves. The company was set up by Valentyn Frechka. He has always been interested in biochemistry (生物化学), which led him to try making paper from grass. When that failed, he moved on to leaves and achieved success. ______ Some European cities collect leaves from their streets and send them to Releaf Paper. Then, using mechanical (机械的) and chemical processes, the company is able to create one ton of cellulose (纤维素) from 2.3 tons of leaves. Cellulose is the material that paper is made of. Lignin (木质素), the leftover (残留物) from the processes, is then sent back to the cities to be used as fertilizer (化肥). The new processes use 15 times less water and cause less air pollution than the traditional paper producing model. “We are working only with the leaves that we get from cities because we cannot use the leaves from the forest. It’s not easy to collect them in the forest, and there is no need because there is an ecosystem,” Frechka said. “We get leaves for making paper and return lignin to the cities. It’s like a win-win model.” 1．What does the underlined word “ingenious” mean? A．Long. B．Expensive. C．Traditional. D．Creative. 2．Which sentence can be put in ______? A．So how is the paper produced? B．What can people do with waste? C．Why did Frechka start Releaf Paper? D．Why is producing eco-friendly paper important? 3．How does Releaf Paper make environmentally friendly paper? A．By moving to a new location. B．By using a different material. C．By inventing greener machines. D．By collecting leaves in the forest. 4．What do we know about lignin? A．It’s a kind of harmful waste. B．It can be used in city gardens. C．Paper is made of the material. D．It can be used to create cellulose. Passage 2 Libraries around the world still keep old books hundreds of years old. But will we be able to read today’s digital (数字的) books in hundreds of years? Librarians are worried. Even now, we can’t open some files (文件) from 20 or 25 years ago. Will our digital works be lost in a digital black hole? Will we face the loss of valuable information? Technology is changing fast. Old ways of keeping information are gone now, or they are no longer supported by new technology. For example, many people used floppy discs (软盘) to save files years ago, but today few machines can open them. Also, millions of songs and music pieces were saved on tapes or CDs, but now most old music players no longer work. Another problem is that websites often change or close down, and all the information on them can fall into the digital black hole. Books, however, are quite easy to keep. We don’t need special tools or technology to read them. If you keep them in a dry and safe place, they will stay safe for a long time. Li Shizhen’s great medical book Ben Cao Gang Mu came out in 1593. Amazingly, three copies from the first printing still survive today. That’s not bad for a book more than 400 years old. Today, to some researchers, printed books remain a safe way to keep information. In 2014, a professional group began to raise money to print a famous online encyclopedia into 1,000 books. This would make sure that even if digital technology fails, the knowledge can still be kept. For now, when it comes to storing information, printed copies seem to be the safest choice. However, future technology might develop and provide new ways to solve the problem of the digital black hole. Time will tell. 1．What happens if our digital works fall into a digital black hole? A．They are carefully kept. B．They cannot be understood. C．They cannot be read or reached. D．They are saved in a wrong place. 2．What is Paragraph 2 mainly about? A．How music players are developing. B．How technology is changing over time. C．Why old machines are no longer used today. D．Why technology may cause information loss. 3．Why does the writer mention Ben Cao Gang Mu? A．To discuss why this book is still important. B．To show printed books can last for a long time. C．To explain how easy it is to keep printed books. D．To tell when the earliest printed book came out. 4．What would the writer most probably agree with? A．Libraries should keep more digital books. B．Digital books are less valuable than printed ones. C．Technology will soon solve the problem of the digital black hole. D．Technology is still looking for better ways to keep information. Passage 3 In 1903, the Wright brothers’ historic flight opened the door to human aviation (航天). Since then, over the past century, human have been always reaching new heights in researching the skies. Today, a new chapter is unfolding in the skies—one led by drones that are changing how we live, work, and connect. As part of the “low-altitude economy” (低空经济), these flying machines have become a sign of technological progress, fitting smoothly into both city and country life. Take the Badaling Great Wall in Beijing as an example, where drones have turned a 50- minute hike for food and water into a three-minute convenience. Travelers now order on the phone, and electric drones deliver (递送) snacks and drinks, even collecting garbage on their return trips. Besides, in cities like Shenzhen, known as the “City of Drones,” technology goes further. In 2024, electric “air cars” that can take off and land upright started flying there. They don’t need long runways, showing how technology can become part of daily life. Drones are also changing farming. In Guangxi, over 250,000 drones help protect plants. They watch over crops, spray pesticides (杀虫剂), and find pests, working quickly across large fields. This technology has cut labor costs by 40% compared to traditional methods, allowing farmers to manage more land with less effort. During harvest seasons, drones even help watch over fruit growth, guiding farmers to pick at the best time for better quality and higher yields (产量). With such new technology, there are things to think about. As more drones fly, questions about safety, airspace rules, and personal information might come up. How can we make sure these machines fly safely with other planes? How do we balance space of use with protecting people’s space? Even if high-tech GPS helps drones fly in a right way, rules must be developed to help use them without risks. From delivering snacks on the Great Wall to helping farms and cities, Chinese drones have gone from a new thing to a need. They show how creation can shorten the gap between old and new, city and country. As we step into this low-altitude revolution (变革), one thing is clear: The tomorrow is not just about flying higher, but about flying smarter. 1．How does the writer start the passage? A．By describing a future plan. B．By talking about a historic event. C．By raising a recent problem. D．By showing the changes of technology. 2．What can we infer about the use of drones? A．The “air cars” in Shenzhen will replace traditional cars in the future. B．Farmers now need more workers to control drones in the fields. C．Proper rules are the key to making drones more helpful. D．Farmers can use drones to watch fruit growth and pick fruits directly. 3．Which “gap” below has the same meaning as the “gap” in the last paragraph? A．The culture gap often makes it hard to talk to foreigners. B．The gap year before college helps students relax. C．There’s a gap in the wall—we can climb through it. D．The gap between the two buildings is used for a garden. 4．Which of the following shows the structure of this passage? A． B． C． D． Passage 4 While most musicians work with other artists when creating their music, Holly Herndon, an American musician and sound artist who is now based in Berlin, takes a different way, working with the machine learning software called Spawn. The software uses artificial neural networks (人工神经网络) modeled after the structure of the human brain. These networks learn patterns from datasets (数据集) during the training process. Based on the data, the networks create new material that includes Herndon’s own voice. When producing her album, PROTO, Holly trained datasets to write new music. The process requires the input data of music written by people or by artificial intelligence (AI). The neural networks then produce variations (变化) of that music. “Computers surprise you in a way that an instrument doesn’t,” Holly said. So what does music sound like when composed by what is essentially a robot? It sounds like music from the future! But Holly Herndon isn’t the only one exploring AI in composition. Machines have played an increasingly important role in music over the last century. The godfather of computer science, Alan Turing, developed the first computer generated music in 1951. Then in 1980, David Cope from the University of California, Santa Cruz developed EMI—Experiments in Musical Intelligence, a system that analyzes existing music and produces new pieces based on it. AI might not take over the job of the “pop star” anytime soon, or will it? Miquela Sousa is a computer-generated artist with over one million followers on Instagram. “I’m a model and singer. And I’m a robot,” Miquela said. This then raises the question: Can we reproduce creativity using a computer? Though those questions are not easy to answer, I believe the next frontier of music lies somewhere in between. I can see the path forward with a new dawn of creativity that combines human inventiveness with AI. And the next chapter of music will certainly become wonderful as music and AI become even more closely connected. 1．What plays an important role in producing PROTO? A．Holly’s special voice. B．The input of existing music. C．Holly’s rich knowledge. D．The use of an instrument. 2．Why does the writer mention the example of Miquela Sousa? A．To compare human and robotic artists. B．To show smart robots are very popular. C．To lead people to think deeply on AI musicians. D．To explain the tasks of computer-generated artists. 3．What does the writer think of the future of music co-created by AI and humans? A．Bright. B．Hopeless. C．Uncertain. D．Not mentioned. 4．What does the article mainly talk about? A．The increasing practice of AI. B．The history of computer-generated music. C．The development of musical composition. D．The combination of AI and musical composition. Passage 5 A primary school student, Ma Yuqian, had his socks knocked off by Beijing’s new robot-themed restaurant in E-Town. When he visited it on Friday, he watched a humanoid robot cut a cake perfectly, with not a single crumb (碎屑) left on the plate. “It’s amazing to see them do such careful tasks so smoothly,” he said happily after the visit. The robot-themed restaurant, alongside the world’s first humanoid smart robot 4S store, officially opened on Friday in Beijing E-Town. Since opening, it has attracted thousands of visitors. The 4S store provides sales, service, spare parts and customer surveys (客户调查). Since opening, thousands of visitors have come to experience it. In the restaurant, robot bartenders (酒吧侍者) warmly greet guests at the door, a robot band plays lively music, and robots dressed as ancient poets Li Bai and Su Shi tell funny stories to make everyone laugh. Guests can enjoy hamburgers and spaghetti here. They can also interact (互动) with cute dinosaur robots while eating, and watch robots make delicious pancakes, coffee and milk tea on site. Delivery robots move around quickly to bring food to tables. Many people book through apps or wait in line outside to try this new dining experience. The next day the stores opened, the 2025 World Robot Conference was launched (发动) in E-Town. As part of the event, a robot control competition for lower primary school students took place, which Ma and his mother attended. Ma’s mom praised, “The kids’ robot skills are great, opening a new world for the younger generation.” 1．The underlined words “had his socks knocked off” mean “________”. A．was amazed at B．was tired of C．was in control of D．was sure about 2．People can’t see ________ in the robot-themed restaurant. A．robot bartenders greet guests B．a robot band plays music C．robots teach students to make cakes D．dinosaur robots interact with guests 3．Which of the following events happened first? A．The World Robot Conference was launched. B．The robot restaurant and 4S store opened. C．Ma Yuqian visited the restaurant on Friday. D．The robot control competition for students took place. 4．What can be the best title for the passage? A．How to Make a Robot Cake B．Ma Yuqian’s Amazing Weekend C．The Future of Human Workers D．Robots Bring Fun to Dining and Life Passage 6 In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made its way into teenagers’ learning lives, bringing new changes to how they study. From smart learning apps to AI tutors, this technology is making learning more personalized and efficient.   One of the biggest impacts of AI on learning is personalized study plans. Many AI learning apps can analyze students’ test results and homework performance to find out their weak points. For example, if a student often makes mistakes in math algebra, the app will recommend targeted practice exercises and video lessons. This helps students focus on what they need to improve instead of wasting time on topics they already know well.   AI tutors are another useful tool. Unlike traditional teachers who have to take care of a whole class, AI tutors can provide one-on-one help. Students can ask questions about difficult knowledge points at any time, and the AI tutor will explain them in a way that matches the student’s learning speed. Some AI tutors even use games and animations to make boring subjects like chemistry or physics more interesting.   However, AI also has its limitations. It can’t replace the emotional support that human teachers provide. For example, when a student feels frustrated about a difficult subject, a teacher can encourage them and give emotional comfort, but an AI tutor can’t do that. Also, over-relying on AI may make students less willing to think independently.   Overall, AI is a valuable helper for teenagers’ learning. If used properly, it can help students learn better and more efficiently. The key is to balance the use of AI with traditional learning methods and keep developing independent thinking skills. 1．What is one advantage of AI learning apps mentioned in the passage? A．They can provide emotional support. B．They can create personalized study plans. C．They can replace human teachers completely. D．They can make students stop thinking independently. 2．How can AI tutors help students? A．By giving one-on-one explanations. B．By grading all homework for teachers. C．By encouraging students when they are frustrated. D．By making students rely on technology too much. 3．What is a limitation of AI in learning? A．It can’t analyze students’ test results. B．It can’t provide targeted practice exercises. C．It can’t offer emotional comfort to students. D．It can’t make difficult subjects interesting. 4．What does the writer suggest about using AI for learning? A．Rely on AI completely for all subjects. B．Balance AI use with traditional learning methods. C．Stop using AI because it has too many limitations. D．Use AI only for difficult subjects like math and physics. Passage 7 When you travel, do you like to stay somewhere fantastic, or do you like to keep it cheap and simple better? If your answer is simple, you might be interested in the story of Capsule Inn Osaka. Capsule Inn Osaka was the world's first capsule hotel (胶囊旅馆). It opened on February 1st, 1979 in Osaka, Japan. It’s still welcoming guests today. But it has a new name, New Japan Umeda. Like most capsule hotels you still see today, the rooms in Capsule Inn Osaka are just big enough for one person to lie down. And you could only find a TV and a radio in each room. Along each side of the hall, there are two floors of rooms. If you want to get to the second floor, you have to climb steps like you do on a sleeper train. The rooms in the hotel were 1,600 yen a night, or about $8 at the time. This was less than half the cost of a usual hotel. And it was even cheaper than a late-night taxi home. As a result, the capsule hotel became a popular place for workers when they missed the last train. Capsule Inn Osaka soon became a successful example. Encouraged by its success, many capsule hotels opened in other big cities across the country. By 2019, there were almost 35,000 capsule hotel rooms in Japan. Some people think this kind of hotel saves a lot of money. That’s great. But some don’t like to stay there. They think guests’ safety and privacy (隐私) are also important. 1．What are the rooms like at Capsule Inn Osaka according to Para. 3? A．Tidy. B．Convenient. C．Modern. D．Small. 2．Why was the capsule hotel popular with many workers? A．It was open until late at night. B．It cost less than other hotels. C．It was near the train station. D．It had different kinds of rooms. 3．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Most people like to stay in a capsule hotel. B．The capsule hotels are becoming less popular. C．Some people worry about their safety and privacy. D．Capsule Inn Osaka became successful in 2019. 4．Which can be the best title of the passage? A．How to enjoy a simple trip B．Great places to visit in Japan C．History of Japan’s hotels D．The world’s first capsule hotel 题型3 阅读表达 Passage 1 Most cars get their energy from petrol (汽油). But some cars use electricity. They get their power from large batteries (电池). There are also some cars that have both an electric motor and a petrol motor. They are called hybrid cars. Most people think of electric cars as a new invention, but they have been around for a long time. In the late 19th century, electric cars became popular because the technology for petrol engines was not highly developed. But when the petrol engines became easier to make and more powerful, they became more popular. Interest in electric cars was high in the 1970s and 1980s because oil became very expensive. Recently, electric cars have again become popular because people want cars that pollute less. Electric cars are better than petrol cars in several ways. The biggest benefit is that they can reduce pollution. In areas with a high percentage of electric cars, there is less pollution. But it is important to understand that electric cars still cause pollution. The electricity to power electric cars has to come from a power station. Unless these power stations run on solar or wind energy, they are most likely burning fossil fuels (化石燃料). The second benefit of electric cars is a reduction in the dependence on foreign oil. Since electric cars can run on electricity from coal or nuclear power (核能) stations, there is less of a need to import oil from other countries. There are some problems with electric cars as well. One disadvantage is that electric cars are more expensive than petrol cars. This is mostly because of the high cost of the batteries. They need to be charged in special places. Right now, there aren’t enough places where people can charge the batteries. Another problem is that electric cars cannot travel as far as petrol cars. Some people are afraid that the battery will run out of electricity before they reach their destination. Despite these problems, many people, including car industry experts, believe that the percentage of electric cars will increase in the future. 1．When did electric cars first become popular? 2．Why have electric cars become popular again recently? 3．What are the disadvantages of electric cars? 4．Do you believe there will be more electric cars in the future? Why? (Please give at least two reasons) Passage 2 We do it as first thing in the morning, last thing at night, and perhaps every hour in between: scrolling (刷手机). Scrolling is one of those things that 20 years ago none of us ever did, but now most of us do it hundreds of times a day. You may even be doing it now! But here’s the thing: we know it doesn’t make us happy! People prefer talking to strangers over scrolling on their phones, a study has found—but that doesn’t always mean we make the right choice. Researchers from the US wanted to compare the way people expected to feel about doing three activities, and how people actually felt after doing them. These three activities were using a smartphone, having a conversation with a stranger and sitting alone. One group of participants predicted how they would feel when doing each of these activities, giving them a score out of 100. Another group completed each activity and gave them a score out of 100 based on how positive they felt. While the researchers thought people might underestimate (低估) the positive (积极的) feelings they would get from talking to a stranger, they didn’t. People predicted this would give them the most positive feelings, and it did! Another group was given more choices about what to do on their phones: watch videos, text, or scroll social media. Or they could talk to a stranger, or sit alone. This time, watching videos was predicted to be the most positive activity, followed by talking to a stranger. However, among those who actually did it, the researchers still found that talking to a stranger was most likely to improve people’s moods (情绪). And sitting alone was always last. So will we all scroll less and talk more? 1．How does scrolling make us feel? 2．What are the three activities that researchers want to compare? 3．Which activity actually gave people the most positive feeling? 4．Will we scroll less and talk more? Why do you think so? Passage 3 Should We Have a Weekly Screen-free Day? Have you ever asked someone a question, but they didn’t reply because they were looking at their phone or tablet (平板电脑)? Or maybe you planned to play a game online for just 10 minutes, but when you checked the time, hours had passed. People are using technology more than ever before. That’s why the charity Fairplay wants people to really think about how much time they spend using digital devices, like smartphones, tablets or computers. Fairplay wants people to devote (留出) one day a week to living without screens. It says that this will help people “take the time we need to focus on our families and our well-being”. Is this realistic (现实可行的) now? And what if using screens makes you happier? What do you think? Should people have one screen-free day a week? Some people think that we are spending too much time online, which can be really bad for our health. Studies have shown that it can affect our sleep. It also makes it harder for young people to focus for a long time. Even though technology is an important part of people’s lives, so is free time. Less time spent online means more time to live in the real world. Whether it’s playing sports, painting or reading a book, a day offline would help people focus on their hobbies. Hobbies can make people feel more rested and relaxed. Having one screen-free day a week would also bring families together. Screens can take away the quality time they spend with loved ones and can even cause arguments. A day without screens is a simple idea that the whole family can follow. But some people have different ideas. They think instead of banning (禁止) technology for one day a week, we should pay more attention to how often we’re online and how it makes us feel. Scrolling (滑动浏览) on social media can make us feel like we’re missing out, while receiving a funny dog video from a friend can make us feel happy right now. In fact, research has shown that screen time can improve young people’s education and development. It’s also unrealistic to spend a whole day offline—people depend on digital devices to keep in touch. It’s not wise, either. What if we’re in an emergency and need to reach someone? Surely, it’s better to take short breaks every day and turn screens off during mealtimes and an hour or two before bed. A healthy balance is what we should aim for. 1．What does the charity Fairplay want people to really think about? 2．What does “less time spent online” mean? 3．What do some people think we should do instead of banning technology for one day a week? 4．Would you like to have one screen-free day a week? Why or why not? (Please give at least two reasons.) Passage 4 Your Body on Creativity When you picture a creative person, do you imagine someone painting a picture or writing a poem? While these activities totally count as creativity, you don’t need to be an artist or a poet to get creative. Whether you’re singing in the shower, inventing a new after-school snack, or simply doodling (乱画) in your notebook, you’re showing your creativity. And there are many benefits to taking part in creative activities. Studies show that doing something creative can improve your focus, help you relax, and reduce anxiety. Creativity can also have a positive impact on your physical health. Want to feel happier, calmer, and healthier? Read on to find more. When it comes to mood, creativity is like a magic pill. Making visual art, such as painting or drawing, or simply admiring a cool piece of art, can lower cortisol (皮质醇) levels. Cortisol is the stress hormone (荷尔蒙) that makes you feel anxious. So next time you’re nervous before an exam, try doodling something fun or checking out some art online. It can help you calm down and feel more in control. As for heart, being creative might be a good way to take care of your heart. Creativity can be a super-hero partner. It can lower your blood pressure, making it easier for your heart to pump blood throughout your body. This is especially beneficial for people with heart-related issues. Even simple creative activities can help your heart work more efficiently. Your brain is another big winner when you get creative. It can sharpen your focus and mental flexibility. It allows you to think in different ways and come up with new ideas, which is super handy for those tricky math problems or essay brainstorming discussions. Plus, creativity helps your brain stay young. Studies have shown that it can also prevent cognitive (认知) decrease in older adults, helping them maintain their mental abilities for a longer time. Last but not least, your nervous system benefits too. Creativity can better its pain-managing ability. If you suffer from chronic (慢性的) pain, studies show that creative activities like writing music or even singing your favorite tunes can help reduce discomfort. So, embrace creativity. It’s not just for artists; it’s for everyone. Whether you’re writing a song, painting a picture, or just daydreaming, you are doing your body and mind a huge favor. Why not give it a go and see how it transforms your life? You might just discover a new passion that makes you feel awesome! 1．What activities count as creativity? 2．When you’re nervous before an exam, what can you do? 3．How can creativity help older adults maintain their mental abilities for a longer time? 4．What can you do to develop your creativity? And why? (Please give at least two reasons.) Passage 5 With the rapid development of technology, robots are playing an increasingly important role in healthcare. Many companies have created smart robots to improve patients’ quality of life, making their daily life safer and more convenient. In China, the ArmMotus EMU robot helps patients recover arm movements after injuries with smart AI, which makes training fun and effective. In Japan, the Mabu robot records medication (用药) schedules and also warns families about health risks. For example, if a sick child forgets to take a pill, Mabu sets a reminder and notifies (通知) parents. Such features allow sick children to stay independent while giving their families peace of mind. Besides daily healthcare, robots can also offer companionship (陪伴). For example, Toyota’s Human Support Robot (HSR) can pick up objects, prepare medication, and even hold simple conversations with patients. Similarly, ElliQ, developed by Intuition Robotics, acts as a “friend” by suggesting activities like playing chess or listening to music, sharing daily news, and chatting with the patients. These robots combine (结合) advanced technology with healthcare, offering both safety and companionship. Even with these benefits, healthcare robots still face big challenges. Cost remains a big problem. High-tech robots like Mabu or HSR are expensive, making them unaffordable for many families. Governments are exploring solutions such as robot-sharing programs to give more people chances to use these tools. Another worry is emotional care. Some people argue that robots cannot replace human warmth. A robot might bring a glass of water, but it cannot share personal stories or offer a comforting hug. Experts stress that robots should work with human caregivers, rather than replace them totally. Looking ahead, robot technology will continue to advance. The Paro robot in Japan, a cute robotic seal (海豹)—has already been used in some hospitals to calm anxious patients. The Pillo robot in the US manages medications and even answers health questions, becoming a trusted helper. Robots offer amazing tools to support healthcare. They handle routine tasks, improve safety, and bring joy. Yet, balancing technology with human connection remains important. Caregivers can start by introducing robots for simple tasks like setting reminders, and gradually introduce more features based on patients’ needs. 1．How does Mabu help sick kids who forget to take pills? 2．What tasks can Toyota’s HSR robot do? 3．What are the challenges of using robots in healthcare? 4．Which is better for someone who needs health care: healthcare robots or human caregivers? Why? (Please give two reasons.) 题型 4 文段表达 Passage 1 Deep Seek的出现引起了人们的热议，人工智能 (AI)的崛起对我们的生活产生了重大影响。假如你是李明，学校的英语杂志正在开展以“人工智能与我们的生活”为主题的征文活动，请你就这个主题进行英文投稿，写一篇80词左右的短文。 提示词语：useful, influence, convenient, development, technology 提示问题： What changes has Al brought to our lives? What do you think of the changes? ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Passage 2 假设你是李华，你们学校将要举办“科技节”活动。你打算邀请交换生Peter参加这次活动。请你用英语给他写一封电子邮件，告诉他活动时间、地点及活动内容。 提示词语：school hall, speech, video, invention, experiment 提示问题：When and where will the science festival be held?             What activities will be done in the science festival? Dear Peter, I’m glad to tell you a piece of good news. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I look forward to your early reply. Yours, Li Hua Passage 3 发明改变了世界，改变了我们的生活，如手机(mobile phone)、汽车(cars)、 地图(map)等。 假如你是李华，你校英语社团正在开展线上国际交流活动。其公众号计划做关于“发明改变生活”的系列推送。请你用英文给公众号投稿，推荐一个你认为重要的发明，并说明推荐理由。 提示词语： important, change, develop 提示问题： ●  What invention do you want to recommend (推荐)? ●  Why do you want to recommend it? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Passage 4 随着科技的发展，互联网给我们带来了很多便利和好处，但沉溺网络也带来很多不良影响。 某英文网站正在开展以“我和互联网”为主题的征文活动。假如你是李华，请用英语写一篇短文投稿，谈谈你每天的上网时长，你上网都做些什么以及你对互联网的看法。 提示词语： spend, search for, convenient, be bad for, properly 提示问题：● How long do you surf the Internet every day? ● What do you often do on the Internet? ● What do you think of the Internet? The Internet and Me With the development of science and technology, the Internet has become a must in our life.   ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Passage 5 假如你是李华，你校英语公众号将推出以“科技”为主题的系列推送。请你用英文给公众号留言，介绍一个你认为最实用的设备（device）或应用程序（app），并描述它给生活带来的便利。 提示词语：technology, communicate, learn, convenient, time-saving 提示问题： ·What device or app do you want to introduce? ·What benefits does it bring to people? Technology is now becoming more and more important in our life. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Passage 6 科技发展日新月异。某英文网站正在开展以“科技与生活”为主题的征文活动。 假定你是李华，请用英语写一篇短文投稿，谈谈科技是如何改变你的生活的？面对科技带来的机遇与挑战，你将如何去做？ 提示词语： AI（人工智能）, challenge, convenient, improve, create 提示问题： ● How does technology change your life? ● What will you do in the future? 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