10 机器人、算法与智能工具-2026年中考英语阅读【热点·重点】话题（通用版）

热点话题10 机器人、算法与智能工具 素材积累 主题简析 本专题的主题语境为“机器人、算法与智能工具”，该主题在英语课程标准中属于“人与社会”范畴下的“科学技术”子话题。根据《义务教育英语课程标准》，该子话题要求学生通过阅读科技类文本，理解机器人、算法和智能工具的基本概念、应用场景及其对社会的影响，培养学生的科技意识和批判性思维。具体包括以下核心内容： 1. 机器人技术：了解工业机器人、服务机器人、医疗机器人等不同类型的功能及应用（如仓储物流、家庭服务、微创手术）。 2. 算法与人工智能：掌握机器学习、自然语言处理等基础概念，理解算法如何驱动智能工具的决策过程。 3. 社会影响：辩证分析机器人与人类的协作关系，探讨科技发展对就业、生活方式的变革性作用。 4. 安全与伦理：关注智能工具的潜在风险（如数据隐私、技术漏洞），树立合理使用科技的责任意识。 句子积累 （1）功能描述 Industrial robots can perform repetitive tasks with high precision. 工业机器人能以高精度执行重复任务。 Surgical robots assist doctors in performing minimally invasive surgeries. 手术机器人帮助医生进行微创手术。 Delivery robots are programmed to navigate complex urban environments. 配送机器人被设定程序以导航复杂的城市环境。 （2）技术原理 Machine learning algorithms enable computers to learn from data. 机器学习算法使计算机能够从数据中学习。 Sensors allow robots to detect changes in their surroundings. 传感器使机器人能够检测周围环境的变化。 Neural networks process information in a way similar to the human brain. 神经网络以类似人脑的方式处理信息。 （3）社会影响 The widespread use of robots may lead to job displacement in certain industries. 机器人的广泛应用可能导致某些行业的岗位替代。 Smart cities utilize AI to improve traffic management and public services. 智慧城市利用人工智能改善交通管理和公共服务。 Collaborative robots enhance workplace safety by working alongside humans. 协作机器人通过与人类并肩工作提升 workplace 安全性。 （4）利弊讨论 While robots increase efficiency, they also raise concerns about human unemployment. 虽然机器人提高了效率，但也引发了对人类失业的担忧。 Algorithms can analyze data quickly, but they may contain biased results. 算法能快速分析数据，但可能包含有偏见的结果。 Autonomous vehicles reduce traffic accidents, but technical failures remain a risk. 自动驾驶汽车减少交通事故，但技术故障仍是风险。 （5）趋势预测 In the future, robots are likely to take on more complex roles in daily life. 未来，机器人可能在日常生活中承担更复杂的角色。 Advances in AI will enable robots to interact with humans more naturally. 人工智能的进步将使机器人与人类的互动更自然。 The development of swarm robotics may revolutionize logistics and disaster response. 群体机器人技术的发展可能彻底改变物流和灾害应对。 （6）被动语态与科技表达 The robot is operated by a remote control system. 该机器人由远程控制系统操作。 Data is processed by the algorithm to generate predictions. 数据由算法处理以生成预测。 Many tasks in factories are now being automated by robots. 工厂中的许多任务现在正由机器人自动化完成。 （7）因果关系 Because robots work tirelessly, they are ideal for 24/7 operations. 因为机器人不知疲倦地工作，所以它们适合全天候运行。 As a result of AI advancements, robots can now understand spoken commands. 由于人工智能的进步，机器人现在能理解口头指令。 The company adopted robots, so production costs were significantly reduced. 该公司采用了机器人，因此生产成本显著降低。 （8）条件句与假设 If a robot malfunctions, it will automatically shut down to prevent accidents. 如果机器人发生故障，它将自动关机以防止事故。 Without proper maintenance, robots may experience system failures. 如果没有适当维护，机器人可能会出现系统故障。 Should robots replace teachers, education might become less personalized. 如果机器人取代教师，教育可能会变得缺乏个性化。 必备词块 （1）机器人类型与功能 industrial robot 工业机器人 service robot 服务机器人 surgical robot 手术机器人 delivery robot 配送机器人 humanoid robot 仿人机器人 collaborative robot (cobot) 协作机器人 fire-fighting robot 消防机器人 agricultural robot 农业机器人 autonomous vehicle 自动驾驶汽车 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) 无人机 （2）技术术语与原理 artificial intelligence (AI) 人工智能 machine learning 机器学习 deep learning 深度学习 neural network 神经网络 natural language processing (NLP) 自然语言处理 computer vision 计算机视觉 sensor 传感器 actuator 执行器 algorithm 算法 data processing 数据处理 （3）应用场景与社会影响 automated assembly line 自动化生产线 smart city 智慧城市 remote operation 远程操作 labor-intensive task 劳动密集型任务 job displacement 岗位替代 human-machine collaboration 人机协作 digital transformation 数字化转型 sustainable development 可持续发展 ethical dilemma 伦理困境 safety regulation 安全规范 （4）动作与状态 perform tasks 执行任务 process data 处理数据 analyze information 分析信息 detect obstacles 检测障碍物 adjust movement 调整运动 make decisions 做出决策 reduce errors 减少错误 improve efficiency 提高效率 replace human workers 替代人类工作者 interact with humans 与人类互动 （5）评价与趋势 revolutionary technology 革命性技术 significant impact 重大影响 potential risk 潜在风险 future development 未来发展 rapidly advancing 快速发展的 widely adopted 广泛应用的 increasingly intelligent 日益智能的 cost-effective 成本效益高的 environmentally friendly 环保的 user-friendly 用户友好的 实战演练 1 When people are still amazed by the power of ChatGPT, a new app called DeepSeek has already become the most popular app in the world, with the most downloads. In 2021, 80% of companies were already using AI in some way. By 2025, the number of companies using AI is expected to increase by 270%. More than half of these companies (51%) have decided to deepen their use of AI. The rapid spread of Al has left people wondering: Besides companies, who also will start using AI in their daily lives? Many think that people who understand how AI works would be the most likely to use it. However, a new study published in the Journal of Marketing found the opposite. People who know less about AI are actually more willing to use it. In other words, people are more interested in things they don’t fully understand. This happens because AI can now do things that we once thought only humans could do. For example, when AI creates a piece of art, write a heartfelt reply, or plays a musical instrument, it can feel almost magical—like it’s stepping into human field. Of course, AI doesn’t actually have human qualities. A chatbot might produce a human-like answer, but it doesn’t feel what we humans feel. People with more technical knowledge about AI understand this. They know how algorithms (算法), training data (训练数据), and computer models work. This makes the technology less mysterious. On the other hand, those with less understanding, especially the young, may see Al as magical and inspiring. This sense makes them more open to using AI tools. To make the most of AI, businesses, teachers, and policymakers need to make an effort. By understanding how the “magic” of AI affects people’s willingness to use it, they can create better AI products and services that match how people see AI. They should also help people understand both the benefits and risks of AI. In an ideal world, people could enjoy the amazing things Al can do, like solving complex math problems, while also appreciating the magical qualities that make AI so fascinating. 1．Who will download DeepSeek to use it according to the new research? A．Steve, a retired engineer in robot design. B．Daisy, a girl who is open to new ideas working at home. C．Tony, an office worker who knows the training data well. D．John, a student studying computer science in the college. 2．What does the underlined word mysterious mean? A．magic B．special C．frightening D．understandable 3．What is the right structure of the passage? A．①②/③④/⑤ B．①/②③④/⑥ C．①/②/③④/⑤ D．①/②③/④⑤ 4．What is the main purpose of writing this article? A．To warn people of the risks of AI. B．To show how popular AI is nowadays. C．To discuss the reasons why people don’t like AI. D．To find out ways to attract more people to use AI. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 【解析】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要探讨了人们对人工智能的使用情况及态度，指出不太了解人工智能的人更愿意使用它，并分析了原因，最后提出为了充分利用人工智能，相关人员需要做出努力，以创造出更符合人们对人工智能看法的产品和服务。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段“People who know less about AI are actually more willing to use it.”可知，对人工智能了解较少的人更愿意使用它；Daisy是一个在家工作、对新想法持开放态度的女孩，相对来说她可能对人工智能了解较少，更符合愿意使用人工智能的人群特点。故选B。 2．词义猜测题。根据第四段“People with more technical knowledge about AI understand this...This makes the technology less mysterious. On the other hand, those with less understanding, especially the young, may see AI as magical and inspiring.”可知，了解人工智能技术知识的人觉得它不那么神秘，而不了解的人觉得它很神奇；据此可以推断，划线单词“mysterious”意为“神秘的；神奇的”，与“magical”意思相近。故选A。 3．篇章结构题。文章第一段通过介绍DeepSeek成为最受欢迎的应用程序以及AI在公司中的使用情况，引出人们对 AI 使用的思考，是总起段；第二段提出研究发现对AI了解少的人更愿意使用它这一观点；第三、四段具体解释了为什么会出现这种情况；第五段则针对如何充分利用AI，对相关人员提出了建议；因此，本文的结构是①/②/③④/⑤。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。综合全文可知，本文先是指出不太了解AI的人更愿意使用AI，接着分析原因，最后提出要让企业、教师和政策制定者努力，创造更好的AI产品和服务，让人们充分利用AI，目的是找出吸引更多人使用AI的方法。故选D。 2 Using the metro with slow internet is a problem for many people. However, in Shanghai, this is no longer a worry. On April 15, the Shanghai Shentong Metro (地铁) Group and the local government said that 5G now provides full service to the whole metro system. Shanghai is the first major city in China to reach this goal, with 5G working across 21lines, 517 stations, and 896 kilometers of track. Tests show that internet speeds in stations and tunnels can usually reach over 600 MB/s, and highest speeds can hit 1, 000 MB/s. This means people can enjoy fast internet for watching videos, playing games, or sending messages. For example, a passenger downloaded a 500MB video on her phone in just 12seconds during a metro trip, according to People’s Daily. Meanwhile, 5G not only makes metro rides more comfortable but also safer. With 5G, workers can watch trains and check key parts in real time. This helps fix small problems before they become major problems. Special 5G robots can now check train parts through high-quality images and videos, achieving around 98% correetness in finding problems, China News reported. According to China Daily, plans are being made to further improve 5G, not just on metro trains but also in regional connectivity across the Yangtze River Delta (三角洲) . This will connect different places smarter, sharing ideas about “smart transport” with other cities. The goal is to build a faster, smarter, and greener city transport system for everyone. No matter you’re a student doing homework on the metro, -a-worker-rushing to the office, or a visitor exploring the city, 5G makes every trip easier and more enjoyable. 1．What did the Shanghai Shentong Metro Group tell the public on April 15? A．They built the longest metro line in China. B．Shanghai’s metro now has 5G everywhere. C．Passengers can download videos in 12 seconds. D．The 5G speed of Shanghai Metro has increased by 400 MB/s. 2．Why does the article mention 5G robots checking train parts? A．To explain how 5G makes rides safer. B．To compare 5G with old technology. C．To describe passengers’ daily experiences. D．To show how 5G improves download speeds. 3．According to the passage, what do we know about the 5G service in Shanghai’s metro system? A．It is the first 5G service in any Chinese city. B．It covers 21 stataions and 517 kilometers of track. C．Workers can find out problems right away by watching trains. D．Passengers are able to download a 1000MB video in 22 seconds. 4．Which title best describes the passage? A．The Future of Transport: 5G Robot B．How 5G Works in Subway Tunnels C．The Development of Shanghai Metro D．5G Coverage: Faster, Safer, and Smarter Travel 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．D 【解析】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲了上海地铁成为全国首个全面覆盖5G的主要城市，5G不仅提升网速，还通过智能监控和机器人技术提高安全性，并推动长三角智慧交通发展。 1．细节理解题。根据“On April 15, the Shanghai Shentong Metro Group and the local government said that 5G now provides full service to the whole metro system.”可知，上海申通地铁集团宣布5G 已全面覆盖地铁系统。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Meanwhile, 5G not only makes metro rides more comfortable but also safer. With 5G, workers can watch trains and check key parts in real time.”可知，提及5G 机器人检查列车部件是为了解释5G 如何提升乘车安全性。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“With 5G, workers can watch trains and check key parts in real time.”可知，工作人员可通过5G 实时监控列车并发现问题。故选C。 4．最佳标题题。根据“Shanghai is the first major city in China to reach this goal"和"5G not only makes metro rides more comfortable but also safer”以及“The goal is to build a faster, smarter, and greener city transport system for everyone”可知，全文围绕上海地铁 5G 覆盖的实现、速度优势、安全保障及未来规划，强调其带来的 “更快、更安全、更智能” 出行体验。故选D。 3 ①AI is used in many ways to make our lives better. For example AI-powered robots can help doctors perform surgeries with more precision. AI can also help teachers by giving special lessons to students based on their learning speed and style. In our homes, smart speakers and home assistants can control lights, play music, and even tell us the weather. ②However, when it comes to disinformation (虚假信息), “Social media took the cost of spreading to zero, and AI takes the cost to zero,” says Renée DiResta of the Stanford Internet Observatory. Large language models such as GPT-4 make it easy to produce misleading news articles or social-media posts in a huge number. ③And AI can produce more than text. Cloning (克隆) a voice using AI used to require minutes, or even hours, of sample audio. Two years ago, however, researchers at Microsoft created VALL-E, an AI model that is able to clone a person’s voice from just a three-second clip (片段) of them speaking, and make it say any given text. ④Open AI, the American company behind GPT-4, has developed a similar tool, Voice Engine, which can clone any voice from a 15-second clip and no one can find the difference. It has not yet released (发布) to public, because of its possible risks to the society. ⑤Similarly, Sora, from Open AI, can produce surprisingly realistic videos of up to a minute according to the given text. Open AI has not released Sora to the public, partly because it could be used to create disinformation. Another worry is that many people will lose their jobs in the video industry because of Sora. ⑥Though all of this is worrying, it is worth remembering that not all parts of the technology are bad. AI, it turns out, can be used for fighting disinformation as well as producing it. Anyway, it’s time to think about how we use AI. We need to make sure it’s used responsibly and for the good of everyone. Plus, who knows? Maybe one day, you could be the one creating the next big thing in AI! 1．How does the writer lead in the topic in the first paragraph? A．By telling a story. B．By asking questions. C．By giving examples. D．By comparing facts. 2．Why hasn’t Open AI released Sora to the public? A．It is too expensive. B．It cannot create realistic videos. C．People prefer text tools like GPT-4. D．It might cause job losses and spread disinformation. 3．What can we know about Voice Engine according to the passage? A．It’s a tool that can clone any voice. B．It is produced before GPT-4. C．It can also produce videos of one minute. D．It won’t cause any risk to the society. 4．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．We Should Develop AI. B．AI Is Changing Our Normal Lives. C．AI’s Bright Future and Hidden Dangers. D．The Dangers of AI-Generated Wrong Information. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．C 【解析】本文介绍了人工智能在医疗、教育和日常生活中的积极应用，同时也指出了它在制造虚假信息方面带来的风险，如克隆声音和生成虚假视频。最后作者呼吁我们要负责任地使用人工智能。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中的“For example AI-powered robots can help doctors…”和列举的多个生活中AI应用的例子可知，作者通过举例子的方式引出主题。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第五段“...Open AI has not released Sora to the public, partly because it could be used to create disinformation. Another worry is that many people will lose their jobs...”可知，Open AI没有公开发布Sora，是因为它可能传播虚假信息并引发失业问题。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段“Voice Engine… which can clone any voice from a 15-second clip…”可知，Voice Engine是一个可以克隆任意声音的工具。故选A。 4．最佳标题题。文章从AI的积极用途写起，再过渡到其在制造虚假信息方面的风险，最后提出我们要负责任地使用AI，因此最合适的标题是“AI的光明前景与隐藏的危险”。故选C。 4 ① AI (artificial intelligence 人工智能) and machine learning refer to the ability of machines to learn and act intelligently. It means they can make decisions, finish tasks, and even tell the possible future results based on what they learn from data (数据). ②AI and machine learning already play a bigger role in everyday life than you might imagine. Health care, banking, video games, every search on the Internet you make ..., all are driven by AI. ③AI is going to change almost every field of modern life. Stephen Hawking said, “Success in creating AI would be the biggest event in human history.” And Hawking added at once, “Unluckily, it might also be the last, unless we learn how to avoid the risks.” ④____▲____, especially when you consider some countries are racing to develop AI-enabled autonomous weapons (人工智能自主武器). It is also going to change and take the place of many human jobs. The same worries also come from the public. According to the survey result from Centre for the Governance of AI, 91% of the people (tend to and totally) agree that “AI is a technology that requires careful management” in Europe. ⑤But rather than agreeing with an idea of a helpless future where all human jobs are given over to robots, some people believe AI will make our working lives better. It will improve the work of humans, and new jobs will appear to take the place of the old ones. ⑥ What’s more, machines become more intelligent and they are able to finish more human tasks. Things which only belong to humans like creativity and critical (批判性的) thinking will become even more valuable in the future. ⑦Like it or not, AI is here. Maybe changing ourselves and managing it well are the best way out. Just as Benjamin Franklin once said, “When you’re finished changing, you’re finished.” 1．Which paragraph does the diagram mainly support? A．② B．③ C．④ D．⑤ 2．Which sentence can be put in the ____▲____? A．Also, you can find AI serving our daily life in every possible field B．As we know, there are possible huge risks for society and human life C．Humans are surely more creative and better at many things than AI D．Without doubt, AI is a fantastic technology to lead us into the future 3．According to the passage, please infer writer’s attitude towards AI. ________ A．Disappointed. B．Worried. C．Hopeful. D．Doubtful. 4．Which of the following shows the structure of this passage? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．D 【解析】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了人工智能的运用和影响，并表达了对AI的认可和评价。 1．推理判断题。根据第四段“According to the survey result from Centre for the Governance of AI, 91% of the people (tend to and totally) agree that ‘AI is a technology that requires careful management’ in Europe.”可知，根据人工智能治理中心的调查结果，91%的受调查者倾向于或完全同意，在欧洲，“人工智能是一种需要谨慎管理的技术”，图表中显示25%的人倾向于支持，66%的人完全支持，故图表支持第四段的内容。故选C。 2． 推理判断题。根据“especially when you consider some countries are racing to develop AI-enabled autonomous weapons”以及“The same worries also come from the public.”可知，当你考虑到一些国家正在竞相开发人工智能自主武器时，人类可能会面临危险，选项B表示，“众所周知，社会和人类生活可能会有巨大的风险”，在此符合语境。故选B。 3．观点态度题。根据“Like it or not, AI is here. Maybe changing ourselves and managing it well are the best way out.”可知，作者承认了AI存在的必然性，并表示，只有改变自己，好好管理AI的运用，才是最好的出路。可推断作者对AI的态度是抱有希望的。故选C。 4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，第一段引出了人工智能的话题；第二段介绍了人工智能在生活中的运用；第三段和第四段表明人工智能是一种需要谨慎管理的技术；第五段和第六段介绍了一些人支持人工智能的原因；第七段进行总结。故选项D符合文章的结构。故选D。 5 Because of busy lifestyles and work stress, more Chinese people are now turning to AI tools like DeepSeek to talk about their problems. They share feelings with the chatbot and receive warm advice. This practice, known as “AI therapy (疗愈),” is becoming popular online. But can robots really replace human therapists? Around the world, 45 percent of people who needed mental health care in 2024 did not get it because it was too expensive or there weren’t enough doctors. Daniel Lowd, a professor at the University of Oregon, believes AI could help fill this gap. “If people can find some support and ideas by talking to ChatGPT or chatbot, then I think that’s wonderful.” However, AI has its limits (限制). Human therapists (心理治疗师) understand feelings deeply through face-to-face talks and create suitable treatment plans—something robots can’t fully copy. Dr. LiuYang, notes “An AI might recognize keywords like ‘divorce’ or ‘layoff’, but it cannot find out small emotional shifts in tone or body language”. This point becomes important when dealing with a series of situations, where misunderstandings could be dangerous. Another problem is safety. AI might act like a therapist without proper training or rules. It cannot match the level of responsibility that human therapists have. Experts believe the key to safe AI therapy is strict government control. For example, Wysa, an AI mental health app, follows strict medical standards in the UK. Data privacy appears as another large concern. Users usually share personal details on AI platforms, yet few companies clearly state how this information is stored or used. As AI becomes part of daily life, finding a balance between its benefits and risks is important. While AI offers quick help, human connection remains irreplaceable for serious emotional needs. 1．What makes people turn to “AI therapy”? A．AI therapy is warmer. B．AI tools are free. C．People feel much pressure. D．DeepSeek is popular. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 2 refer to? A．Mental health care. B．The AI tool. C．The medical standard. D．The government control. 3．What is the main idea of paragraph 3? A．AI therapy is nicer and cheaper than human therapists. B．AI robots will soon replace human therapists in hospitals. C．AI can perfectly copy human therapists’ skills and methods. D．AI has limits in understanding deep emotions and safety risks. 4．Why does the writer mention the Wysa app? A．To give an example of safe AI under rules. B．To prove robots can deal with emergencies. C．To show AI is cheaper than human doctors. D．To explain why China needs more therapists. 5．What can we infer from the passage? A．AI therapy will completely replace human therapists. B．AI is useful for basic support but not for serious cases. C．AI can create specialized treatment plans for people. D．Government control is really unnecessary for AI apps. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．A 5．B 【解析】本文介绍了“AI疗愈”在中国流行的原因、优势及局限性，同时指出需要政府监管以保证其安全和隐私保护。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Because of busy lifestyles and work stress, more Chinese people are now turning to AI tools…”可知，由于人们感到压力大，他们开始转向AI疗愈。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据第二段“45 percent of people who needed mental health care… did not get it…”以及“If people can find some support… then I think that’s wonderful.”可知，此处的“it”指的是心理健康服务，即mental health care。故选A。 3．主旨大意题。根据第三段“…something robots can’t fully copy…”和“…AI might recognize keywords… but it cannot find out small emotional shifts…”可知，AI在理解情绪和处理安全问题方面存在限制。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据第四段“…Wysa, an AI mental health app, follows strict medical standards…”可知，提到Wysa是为了举例说明在监管下AI可以更安全使用。故选A。 5．推理判断题。根据最后一段“…human connection remains irreplaceable for serious emotional needs.”可推知，AI可以提供基础支持，但面对严重情绪问题仍需人类帮助。故选B。 6 People are talking a lot about artificial intelligence (AI), viewing it as a force that could reshape how society works. But there is something important missing from this discussion. It isn’t enough to ask how it will change us. We also need to understand how we shape AI and what it can tell us about ourselves. Every AI model we develop mirrors our rules and expresses our beliefs. A few years ago, while looking for new workers, a famous company gave up an AI-powered tool after finding it unfavorable to women. The AI was not designed to behave this way, instead, it was influenced by the historical data (数据) favoring men. Similarly, a recent study found that lending algorithms (算法) often offer less favorable terms to colored people, worsening long-standing unfairness in money-lending business. In both cases, AI isn’t creating new biases (偏见), it is mirroring the ones that are already present. These reflections (反映) give us an important chance to take a close look at ourselves. By making these problems seen and more pressing, AI challenges us to recognize and address what causes algorithmic bias. As AI continues to develop, we must ask ourselves how we as average people want to shape its role in society. We should not only improve AI models, but also make sure that AI is developed and used responsibly. A number of companies are already taking action. They are judging the data, rules, and beliefs that shape the behavior of AI models. Still, we cannot expect the companies to do all the work. As long as AI is trained on human data, it will reflect human behavior. That means we have to think carefully about the footprints of ourselves we leave in the world. I may value privacy, but if I give it up in a heartbeat to visit a website, the algorithms may make a very different judgment of what I really want and what is good for me. If I want meaningful human connections yet spend more time on social media and less time in the physical company of my friends, I am indirectly training AI models about the true nature of humanity. As AI becomes more powerful, we need to take increasing care to read our principles (原则) into the record of our actions rather than allowing the two to diverge. Recognizing this allows us to make better decisions, but only when we are prepared to look closely and take responsibility for what we see. 1．Why does the writer introduce the two examples in Paragraph 2? A．To suggest a solution. B．To stress a difference. C．To challenge a practice. D．To support a viewpoint. 2．What does the word “diverge” in the last paragraph most probably mean? A．Improve. B．Appear. C．Separate. D．Repeat. 3．According to the passage, what is a good example of shaping AI responsibility? A．Guarding one’s privacy against AI models. B．Being mindful of our feeds into AI models. C．Training algorithms to favor the latest data. D．Designing algorithms to deal with unfairness. 4．Which of the following is the best title for this passage? A．AI Isn’t the Problem; We Are B．AI: A Tool to Reshape Our Society C．More Open algorithms for Better AI? D．Building Trust in Human-AI Relationships 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．A 【解析】本文是一篇议论文，主要讨论了人工智能如何反映人类社会中的偏见和不公平现象，并强调人类在塑造AI时需要承担的责任。文章通过具体案例说明AI并非独立产生偏见，而是反映了人类社会已有的问题，并呼吁人们通过自身行为来影响AI的发展方向。 1．推理判断题。根据第二段“In both cases, AI isn’t creating new biases (偏见), it is mirroring the ones that are already present.”可知，作者认为AI并没有创造新的偏见，而是反映了已经存在的偏见。第二段中提到的招聘时由AI驱动的工具对女性更不利，贷款算法对有色人种更为不利，这两个例子印证了作者的观点，是为了支持“AI反映人类社会偏见”这一观点。故选D。 2．词句猜测题。根据“we need to take increasing care to read our principles (原则) into the record of our actions rather than allowing the two to diverge.”可知，在人工智能发展的过程中，我们需要将我们的原则融入到我们的行动记录中，而不是让两者背道而驰。划线部分diverge意为“分歧，背离”，与Separate表达的意思相近。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据“As long as AI is trained on human data, it will reflect human behavior. That means we have to think carefully about the footprints of ourselves we leave in the world.”可知，只要AI是基于人类数据训练的，它就会反映人类行为。这意味着我们必须认真思考我们在世界上留下的足迹。作者认为人类应谨慎对待自身行为对AI的影响，即“注意我们对AI模型的输入”。故选B。 4．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，文章核心观点是AI并非问题的根源，而是人类社会偏见的反映，因此人类需要为AI的发展负责。选项A“AI Isn’t the Problem; We Are”最贴合主旨。故选A。 7 Nowadays, being famous and successful is changing quickly. Social media has become a new way for young people to become known as online influencers (网红). A recent survey showed that children would rather be online influencers than astronauts. But is being an online influencer a good job? The lifestyles we see on social media seem enticing, but under the shining appearance lie problems like not having a certain pay, the control of algorithms (算法), physical and mental health problems. Let’s take a deeper look into it. Successful influencers may tell you that anyone can succeed in this industry. However, an expert says, “There’s a huge income gap between successful influencers and everyone else. For most people who want to be an influencer, the creative work they love to do usually ends up being unpaid work for companies.” __________ Influencers are often controlled by computer programs called algorithms. They decide which post is shown to users and in what order. Social media platforms (平台) don’t share much information about these algorithms, but they are the one to decide who and what becomes popular on social media. This lasting fear of not being seen makes influencers feel uncertain. They are always under pressure to create new content for these platforms. If they don’t, the algorithm might “punish” them by hiding their posts or making them less visible in search results. Always being online is a big problem for influencers because it can cause mental health problems. They have to work and talk to their fans at any time of a day or night. In addition, they are scared of being judged online, which leads to mental and physical health. Even though being an influencer seems attractive to many people, the challenges and downsides of the job are usually hidden and not easy to see to the outside world. 1．What problems do influencers may have? ① Not having a certain pay.         ②The control of algorithms. ③ Making a lot of money.         ④ Physical and mental problems. A．①②③ B．②③④ C．①②④ D．①②③④ 2．Which sentence can be put in ________? A．As we know, there are other possible huge risks for being an influencer online. B．Also, the power of algorithms is strong enough to shape influencers’ popularity. C．Without doubt, algorithms is a powerful technology to lead us into the future. D．Influencers are surely more creative and better at many things than algorithms. 3．What can we infer from this passage? A．Most of the influencers have sleep problems in their lives. B．Children are not encouraged to be influencers by the writer. C．Social media platforms go out of their way to help influencers. D．Successful influencers think it’s easy to succeed in this industry. 4．The passage is written in a ________ tone (语气). A．serious B．happy C．surprising D．funny 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．A 【解析】本文主要是介绍成为网红这一职业的吸引力和挑战，包括收入差距、算法控制下的不确定性、以及持续在线导致的心理健康问题等。虽然成为网红看似吸引人，但其背后的挑战和不利因素通常被外界所忽视。 1．细节理解题。根据“but under the shining appearance lie problems like not having a certain pay, the control of algorithms (算法), physical and mental health problems.”可知在光鲜亮丽的外表下存在着无固定收入、算法控制以及身体和心理健康问题，故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据“Influencers are often controlled by computer programs called algorithms.”可知，网红通常由称为算法的计算机程序控制，选项B“此外，算法的力量足以塑造网红的受欢迎程度。”符合语境。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据“Always being online is a big problem for influencers because it can cause mental health problems. They have to work and talk to their fans at any time of a day or night.”可知，总是上网对网红来说是个大问题，因为这会导致心理健康问题。他们必须在白天或晚上的任何时候工作并与粉丝交谈。因此作者不鼓励孩子成为网红。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据“Even though being an influencer seems attractive to many people, the challenges and downsides of the job are usually hidden and not easy to see to the outside world.”可知，尽管对很多人来说，成为网红似乎很有吸引力，但这份工作的挑战和缺点通常是隐藏的，不容易被外界看到。因此作者是以严肃的语气在写这篇文章。故选A。 8 Studying army ants for a living leads to a remarkable discovery of their architectural prowess (架构能力). Muratore has been studying how army ants build bridges by linking their bodies, which could help scientists understand better how to control numbers of robots. Commonly found in Central America, South America and Africa, the ants search forest floors for food in long lines. When they come across a gap (缺口), they build a bridge, linking themselves together like monkeys, and then other workers will walk on top of them. In this way, they create shortcuts to make things easier for the other ants, allowing them to collect more food. But building bridges comes at a cost. Muratore studied the ants’ decision-making and found that the ants build bridges where they get the greatest benefit (好处) for the least amount of bodies. This type of research is giving new light on the collective intelligence of army ants. Engineers have already used it in building algorithms (算法) for robots. “It was the big challenge of robotics for a long time to take a robot of parts and have that robot be able to piece itself together.” said David Hu, from Georgia Institute of Technology. “Ants make us believe that such a robot would be workable and have a lot of interesting problems to solve in the real world,” Hu said. “Ants are really able to solve these things with really, really little brainpower.” 1．Why are monkeys mentioned in Paragraph 3? A．To let us know how clever ants really are. B．To better describe how ants build bridges. C．Because they live in similar environment as ants. D．Because they have similar body structures as robots. 2．Why do ants build bridges? A．To collect more food. B．To avoid getting lost. C．To better help the weak. D．To save more lives. 3．What does Paragraph 4 mainly tell us? A．How ants decide to build bridges. B．When and where ants build bridges. C．Science behind ants’ building bridges. D．How amazing ants’ building bridges 4．What is the big challenge of robotics? A．How to make robots work with each other well. B．How to have a robot that can piece itself together. C．How to make robots work in a highly organized way. D．How to make robots build a bridge or something alike. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．A 4．B 【解析】本文主要介绍了军蚁通过搭建桥梁展示出的集体智慧及其对机器人算法设计的启发。 1．细节理解题。根据“When they come across a gap, they build a bridge, linking themselves together like monkeys, and then other workers will walk on top of them.”可知提到猴子是为了更好地描述蚂蚁如何搭建桥梁，故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“In this way, they create shortcuts to make things easier for the other ants, allowing them to collect more food.”可知蚂蚁搭建桥梁是为了收集更多的食物，故选A。 3．主旨大意题。根据“Muratore studied the ants’ decision-making and found that the ants build bridges where they get the greatest benefit for the least amount of bodies.”可知第四段主要讲述了蚂蚁如何决定搭建桥梁，故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“It was the big challenge of robotics for a long time to take a robot of parts and have that robot be able to piece itself together.”可知机器人领域的重大挑战是如何让机器人能够自我组装，故选B。 9 ① When people are still surprised by the super power of Chat-apt, the Deep Seek has already become the hottest word across the world, becoming the leading app downloaded by the most users. In 2021, 80% of the companies have something to do with AI. In 2025, the number of companies using AI will grow by 270%. 51% of the companies have decided to deepen their use of AI. ② The rapid spread of AI has left people wondering: Besides those companies, who is the most likely to take AI into their daily lives? Many suppose those who understand how AI works—who are most likely to welcome it. Surprisingly, our new research, published in the Journal of Marketing, finds the opposite. People with less knowledge about AI are actually more open to using the technology. In other words, people are more likely to show interest in things that they don’t know very well. ③ The reason behind this lies in how AI now performs tasks we once thought only humans could do. When AI create a piece of art, write a heartfelt reply, or plays a musical instrument, it can feel almost magical—like it’s stepping into human field. ④ of course, AI doesn’t actually have human qualities. A chatbot might produce a human-like answer, but it doesn't feel what we humans feel. People with more technical knowledge about AI understand this. They know how algorithms (算法), training data (训练数据), and computer models work. This makes the technology less mysterious. On the other hand, those with less understanding, especially the young, may see AI as magical and inspiring. We suggest this sense of magic makes them more open to using AI tools. ⑤ This finding offers new insights into why people act so differently to the new technologies. Some studies suggest consumers enjoy the new tech, which is called “algorithm appreciation,” while others show doubts, or they don’t see its “magicalness” as a key reason shaping these reactions (反应). ⑥ To make the most of AI’s potential, businesses, teachers and policymakers need to strike this balance. By understanding how the idea of “magicalness” shape people’s openness to AI, we can help develop and use new AI-based products and services that take the way people view AI into account, and help them understand the benefits and risks of AI. And under a perfect situation, people can not only enjoy the fantasy brought about by the artificial intelligence, like the super mathematical ability, but also admire the magicalness it is born with. 1．How does the writer show the popularity of AI? A．By giving an example B．By listing numbers C．By creating a picture D．By asking a question 2．Who will download Deep Seek to use it according to the new research? A．John, a student studying computer science in the college. B．Daisy, a girl who is open to new ideas working at home. C．St eve, an old man who has just recently got a new phone. D．Tony, an office worker who knows the training data well. 3．What does the underlined word mysterious mean? A．frightening B．understandable C．magic D．special 4．What is the right structure of the passage? A．①②/③④⑤⑥ B．①②/③④/⑤⑥ C．①②/③④⑤/⑥ D．①/②③④⑤/⑥ 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．C 4．B 【解析】本文是一篇说明文，主要讨论了人工智能（AI）的普及、人们对AI的态度差异以及如何平衡AI的“神奇性”与实用性。文章通过数据和研究结果，分析了不同人群对AI的接受程度，并提出了对企业和政策制定者的建议。 1．细节理解题。根据“In 2021, 80% of the companies have something to do with AI. In 2025, the number of companies using AI will grow by 270%.”可知，作者通过列举数字展示了AI的普及程度，故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“People with less knowledge about AI are actually more open to using the technology.”可知，对AI了解较少的人更容易接受AI技术。Daisy是一个对新想法持开放态度的人，符合这一描述，因此她最有可能下载并使用Deep Seek，故选B。 3．词句猜测题。根据“those with less understanding, especially the young, may see AI as magical and inspiring”可知，“mysterious”在这里与“magic”（神奇的）意思相近，故选C。 4．篇章结构题。根据全文内容可知，文章的结构如下：①②段介绍AI的普及和研究发现（对AI了解较少的人更愿意接受AI）；③④段分析原因（AI的神奇性和技术背景的影响）；⑤⑥段提出建议（如何平衡AI的神奇性与实用性）。因此，正确的结构是①②/③④/⑤⑥，故选B。 10 Have you ever felt like you’re in your own small world, where everything you hear or see just makes you more sure of what you already think? It’s like being in an “echo chamber (信息茧房)”—a place where your own ideas keep coming back to you, and you don’t hear any different ones. This isn’t something new, but with everyone on social media, it’s happening a lot more now. Echo chambers are like invisible (看不见的) rooms on the Internet where everyone agrees with you. Think about how people used to sit around a fire, telling stories that made everyone else all nod and smile. Now, we have the Internet—our modern-day fire—where platforms let people from all over the world share their thoughts. Social media platforms know exactly what we like. That’s thanks to very clever algorithms (算法)—sets of rules that computers follow to figure out what you enjoy based on what you click on, like, and share online. These algorithms watch what we do on the Internet to show us more information that matches our interests and even what our friends like. But, being in echo chambers can be a bit tricky (棘手的). They make us feel good because we’re surrounded by views we agree with, but they also make us see the world in a very limited way. This can make our opinions very fixed and make it hard for us to understand people who think differently. It might even make us feel more separated and worried because everyone outside our “bubble” seems so different. Luckily, there are ways to break free from echo chambers. One big step is to challenge ourselves by looking for information from different sources. This means exploring more diverse or different things on the Internet, reading different kinds of stories, and talking to people with other views. Also, ask questions about where information comes from, double-check facts and be open-minded. In this way, we can make sure we understand the wider world a lot better. 1．What does the term “echo chamber” refer to? A．A physical room where people share stories. B．A place on the Internet where everyone agrees with you. C．A social media platform for sharing personal ideas. D．A modern-day tool for telling stories around a fire. 2．What role do algorithms play in creating echo chambers? A．They connect people with different views. B．They encourage people to share more stories. C．They promote diverse discussions on the Internet. D．They limit the type of information people see. 3．What might be a reason someone feels separated and worried in an echo chamber? A．They are unable to share their own stories. B．They are unable to access social media platforms. C．They don’t have enough diverse information. D．They feel that everyone outside their bubble is very different. 4．What can be inferred about the author’s view on echo chambers? A．The author thinks echo chambers are beneficial for forming opinions. B．The author sees echo chambers as a natural part of social media. C．The author believes echo chambers can be limiting and should be avoided. D．The author thinks echo chambers are necessary for sharing personal ideas. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The history and development of social media platforms. B．The concept and effects of echo chambers on social media. C．The importance of algorithms in shaping our online experience. D．Strategies for promoting diverse discussions on the Internet. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．D 4．C 5．B 【解析】本文讨论了社交媒体上信息茧房的现象，它如何形成，以及如何打破这种局限以拓宽我们的视野。 1．推理判断题。根据“a place where your own ideas keep coming back to you, and you don’t hear any different ones.”以及“Echo chambers are like invisible (看不见的) rooms on the internet where everyone agrees with you. ”可知，信息茧房指的就是一个网络空间，在这里每个人都同意你的观点，你不会听到任何不同的声音。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“These algorithms watch what we do on the internet to show us more information that matches our interests and even what our friends like.”可知，算法会限制人们看到的信息类型。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“It might even make us feel more separated and worried because everyone outside our ‘bubble’ seems so different.”可知，处于信息茧房中可能会让我们感到与外界隔离和担忧，因为茧房外的每个人看起来都非常不同。故选D。 4．推理判断题。通过阅读全文可知，作者认为信息茧房会让我们以非常有限的方式看待世界，使我们的观点变得固定，难以理解不同想法的人，因此可以推断作者认为信息茧房可能限制了我们的视野，应该被打破。故选C。 5．主旨大意题。文章主要讨论了信息茧房的概念，它在社交媒体上如何形成，以及它对我们的影响，包括我们如何能够打破这种局限，看到更广阔的世界。故选B。 11 ①You might see everything you see or hear on the Internet makes you more sure of what you already think. If this happens, be careful! You might be in something called an information cocoon (茧房) —a place where your own ideas keep coming back to you. ②This isn’t something new. Think about ancient times when people sat around a campfire. They only shared stories that their group believed and agreed with. Today, the Internet and social media are like our modern campfire. They connect people all over the world. But just like the old campfire, they also let people share and hear the ideas they already like. ③You might have noticed that social media ads (广告) seem to know what you like. This happens because of a computer program called algorithms (算法). Algorithms are like sets of rules that help computers do things. Every time you click (点击) likes or share something, you leave a “digital footprint (数字脚印)”. This helps algorithms learn what you like. Then they show you more of the same kind of content (内容). ④Information cocoons can make you feel good, but they also have some bad results. ⑤When you only see similar opinions, it’s hard to accept different views. This can make it hard for us to understand people who think differently. ⑥Information cocoons can also lead to more arguments and worries among people. This often makes different groups in society disagree with or do not trust each other even more. ▲ ⑦The good news is that there are ways to break out of the information cocoon. One important thing is to look for different kinds of information. Also, it’s important to learn how to think critically (批判地). This means checking the facts and being open to changing your mind. ⑧By doing these things, you can break out of the information cocoon and see a wider world! 1．Why does the writer mention “algorithms” in Paragraph 3? A．To say algorithms should not be used on social media. B．To talk about how algorithms can be bad for people. C．To tell the story of how algorithms were invented. D．To explain how social media ads show what you like. 2．Which sentence can be put in the ▲ ? A．But the Internet can also be good. B．Some think algorithms are not safe to use. C．This is why we need to solve this problem. D．Many people like seeing the same things online. 3．What’s the best structure of this passage? A． B． C． D． 4．What’s the writer’s attitude (态度) towards the information cocoon? A．Serious and angry. B．Worried but hopeful. C．Happy and encouraging. D．Scared but meaningful. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．A 4．B 【解析】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述信息茧房的概念、形成原因、不良影响以及打破它的方法。 1．细节理解题。根据“You might have noticed...called algorithms (算法).”可知，提及算法是为解释社交媒体广告展示喜好内容的原因。故选D。 2．推理判断题。根据“Information cocoons can also...each other even more.”可知，这种不良状况需要解决，选项C“这就是我们需要解决这些问题的原因”可承接。故选C。 3．篇章结构题。文章①段引入信息茧房，②③段讲形成原因，④⑤⑥段讲不良影响，⑦⑧段讲解决办法，选项A结构与之相符。故选A。 4．观点态度题。根据“Information cocoons can...have some bad results.”及“The good news is that...the information cocoon.”可知，作者对信息茧房既担忧又抱有希望。故选B。 12 Scientists say they’ve developed a new system(系统). It can use “machine learning” to predict when and where lightning(闪电) will strike(闪击). The research was led by engineers from Switzerland. European researchers have estimated(估算) between 6, 000 and 24,000 people are killed by lightning worldwide each year. The strikes can also cause power cuts, destroy houses and start forest fires. For these reasons, some climate scientists have studied to develop methods to predict and control lightning. But no system has been created to effectively predict lightning. The new system is being tested in the experiments(实验). It used a combination of data(数据资料) from weather stations and machine learning methods. The researchers developed a prediction model. It was trained to tell weather conditions that were possible to cause lightning. The model was created with some data. The data was collected over a 12-year period from 12 Swiss weather stations in cities and mountain areas. The data related to(与……有关) four main surface conditions: air pressure, air temperature, relative humidity(相对湿度) and wind speed. The atmospheric(大气的) data was put into a machine learning algorithm(计算程序), which compared it to records of lightning strikes. Researchers say the algorithm was then able to learn the conditions under which lightning happens. Amirhossein Mostajabi is a PhD student who led the development of the new system. He said, “Common systems for collecting such data are slow and complex, and they require expensive collection equipment(设备) like radar or satellites (卫星).” “Our system uses data that can be gotten from any weather station,” Mostajabi said. “This will improve data collection in the areas which are not covered by radar and satellites or in places where communication systems have been cut,” he added. 1．According to the passage, the strikes can’t cause ________. A．power cuts B．earthquakes C．forest fires D．the death of people 2．What does the underlined word “it” refer to in Paragraph 5? A．The lightning strike. B．The system being tested. C．The machine learning algorithm. D．The atmospheric data. 3．What do the last two paragraphs mainly tell us? A．Where weather stations should be built. B．How the machine learning algorithm works. C．The advantages of the new system in data collection. D．The new system has effectively predicted lightning in faraway areas. 4．Which of the following statements about the new system is TRUE? A．Its prediction model has been tested for 12 years. B．It has been put into use in cities and mountain areas widely. C．The new system requires expensive collection equipment to collect data. D．It uses machine learning to predict the time and places of lightning strikes. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．D 【分析】本文是一篇说明文，介绍科学家们开发出的一种能有效地预测闪电的机器，来减少闪电袭击带来的危害和损失。 1．细节理解题。根据“European researchers have estimated(估算) between 6, 000 and 24,000 people are killed by lightning worldwide each year”及“The strikes can also cause power cuts, destroy houses and start forest fires”可知，能导致人的死亡，停电、毁坏房屋和引发森林火灾，故选B。 2．词义猜测题。根据“The atmospheric(大气的) data was put into a machine learning algorithm(计算程序), which compared it to records of lightning strikes”可知，此处是指将大气的数据与闪电袭击的记录相比较，所以it指代“The atmospheric data”，故选D。 3．主旨大意题。根据“Our system uses data that can be gotten from any weather station…”可知，最后两段讲述的是这种新系统在数据收集方面的优势，故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据“ It can use “machine learning” to predict when and where lightning(闪电) will strike”可知，它可以使用“机器学习”来预测闪电何时何地会发生，D表述正确，故选D。 13 In Shenzhen, you can see some special “police officers” on the streets. They are humanoid robots (仿真机器人) called PM01. These robots work with “police officers” to make our city safer. Engine AI, a company started in 2023 in Shenzhen, made them. It is part of China’s plan to use technology in everyday life. The PM01 robots are 1.38 meters tall and weigh 40 kilograms. They can share information with real police, shake hands with people on the street, and wave to crowds. Thanks to smart algorithms (运算法则), they can move smoothly, like walking naturally or even doing front flips. Each robot costs 88,000 yuan, which is affordable for the police to use. The PM01 uses LiDAR technology to “see” its surroundings and move around busy streets. There is a screen on its chest to show information and “eye-like” lights that make it look friendly. These features help the robot do its job well and make people trust it. People have different opinions about these robots. Some like their human-like skills, while others worry that they might replace people’s jobs or cause privacy problems. As China continues to develop new robots, it remains to be seen whether they will become a big part of our daily life or just a special tool. 1．What is the main purpose of using PM01 robots? A．To replace Shenzhen real police officers completely. B．To improve public safety and work with the police. C．To help people who get lost find their way home. D．To make people’s everyday life more colorful. 2．What can PM01 robots do to communicate with the public? A．Sing songs and tell stories to kids. B．Answer calls and send messages. C．Shake hands and wave to people. D．Take photos and record videos. 3．Why do people feel close to the PM01 robots? A．Because they can speak many human languages well. B．Because they have friendly-looking “eye-like” lights. C．Because they are small enough to be carried around. D．Because they can solve all kinds of problems for us. 4．Why do some people worry about the PM01 robots? A．They are not smart enough to help in busy streets. B．They are unable to understand human languages. C．They may cause job losses or privacy problems. D．They are too expensive for governments to use. 5．What is the best title for this passage? A．How to Make Police Robots Work Well B．The Price and Usage of Police Robots C．Shenzhen’s Special Police “Helpers” D．The Friendly Robots on the Streets 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．C 5．C 【解析】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了深圳街头出现的特殊“警察”——PM01仿真机器人，它们与警察合作提升城市安全，并描述了其功能、外观及公众的不同看法。 1．细节理解题。根据“These robots work with ‘police officers’ to make our city safer”可知，PM01机器人的主要目的是与警察合作提升公共安全。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“They can share information with real police, shake hands with people on the street, and wave to crowds”可知，机器人通过握手和挥手与公众交流。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“There is a screen on its chest to show information and ‘eye-like’ lights that make it look friendly”可知，其“眼睛”般的灯光设计让人感到亲近。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“others worry that they might replace people’s jobs or cause privacy problems”可知，有些人担心PM01机器人是因为他们担忧机器人可能导致失业或隐私问题。故选C。 5．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，全文围绕PM01机器人作为警察助手的功能展开，描述了其功能、外观及公众的不同看法。选项C“深圳的特殊警察‘助手’”最贴合主题，最适合当标题。故选C。 14 Artificial intelligence (AI) can do many different things. From controlling the lights in our homes to helping us order pizzas, it seems there aren’t many more uses for AI than we already have. However, can AI make music like human beings? Thanks to a team of Swiss scientists, AI may soon be able to come up with music especially for us. Researchers at the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland have created a computer algorithm (算法), the “Deep Artificial Composer” (DAC), which can create original music all by itself. Florian Colombo, an EPFL scientist who helped create the DAC, said that AI could produce complete melodies (旋律), with a beginning and an end. At present, the DAC is only able to produce several pieces of traditional Irish folk music, but it’s hoped that it will be able to create songs based on any type of music in the end. To “teach” the DAC, the scientists trained it to “listen” to over 2,000 different folk songs. Based on this input (输入), the AI taught itself how to compose music, from getting the pitch (高音) and timing right, to choosing the right notes. This process is still in its early stages, with the DAC still not producing perfect results, but Colombo told AFP that the AI’s music is still “quite pleasant to listen to.” While the idea sounds very hopeful, we shouldn’t expect the DAC to replace real-life composers any time soon. According to Colombo, the system was designed to produce only simple melodies. So far, it can only create songs based on a single instrument. Colombo said that his purpose in creating the DAC was to help people create their own music, not to have it made for them. His exciting new ideas came from Austrian composer Wolfgang Mozart. It’s said that he used to throw dice (掷骰子) to help him pick which notes to use when making new music. “A good composer with creative ideas will never be replaced by an algorithm.” Colombo told AFP. 1．What can be learned from the first two paragraphs? A．AI has been used in more places than we already know. B．AI has already composed music for people. C．DAC was created by a group of scientists in Switzerland. D．DAC was refused by some composers. 2．What does the underlined word “itself” refer to? A．A robot. B．The EPFL. C．A composer. D．The DAC． 3．According to the passage, we can infer that the scientists _________. A．expect the DAC to replace good composers B．are amazed at the melodies made by the DAC C．are not satisfied with the system of the DAC D．have achieved their purpose of creating the DAC 4．Which is the best title for this passage? A．Colombo Helped Create the DAC B．AI Composers VS Human Composers C．AI—A Good Assistant for Composers D．The DAC Changes the Way of Composing 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．D 4．D 【解析】本文主要介绍了瑞士的研究人员创造的深层人工智能作曲家 (DAC)，它可以创造出原创音乐。 1．细节理解题。根据“Researchers at the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland have created a computer algorithm (算法), the ‘Deep Artificial Composer’ (DAC)”可知，是瑞士的研究人员创造的DAC。故选C。 2．词义猜测题。根据“Researchers at the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland have created a computer algorithm (算法), the ‘Deep Artificial Composer’ (DAC), which can create original music all by itself.”可知，瑞士的研究人员创造了DAC，它可以自己创造原创音乐，所以itself指代的是“The DAC”。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据“Colombo said that his purpose in creating the DAC was to help people create their own music, not to have it made for them…It’s said that he used to throw dice (掷骰子) to help him pick which notes to use when making new music.”可知，此处以莫扎特为例讲述了他创造音乐时用掷骰子的方式选择音符，而科学家们创造DAC的目的就是帮助人们创造自己的音乐，所以可推知他们达到了自己的目的。故选D。 4．最佳标题题。本文主要讲述了可以创造出原创音乐的深层人工智能作曲家 (DAC)，它可以帮助人们创造音乐，因此选项D“DAC改变了作曲的方式”符合文章内容。故选D。 2 原创精品资源学科网独家享有版权，侵权必究！ 6 / 8 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 热点话题10 机器人、算法与智能工具 主题简析素材积累 本专题的主题语境为“机器人、算法与智能工具”，该主题在英语课程标准中属于“人与社会”范畴下的“科学技术”子话题。根据《义务教育英语课程标准》，该子话题要求学生通过阅读科技类文本，理解机器人、算法和智能工具的基本概念、应用场景及其对社会的影响，培养学生的科技意识和批判性思维。具体包括以下核心内容： 1. 机器人技术：了解工业机器人、服务机器人、医疗机器人等不同类型的功能及应用（如仓储物流、家庭服务、微创手术）。 2. 算法与人工智能：掌握机器学习、自然语言处理等基础概念，理解算法如何驱动智能工具的决策过程。 3. 社会影响：辩证分析机器人与人类的协作关系，探讨科技发展对就业、生活方式的变革性作用。 4. 安全与伦理：关注智能工具的潜在风险（如数据隐私、技术漏洞），树立合理使用科技的责任意识。 句子积累 （1）功能描述 Industrial robots can perform repetitive tasks with high precision. 工业机器人能以高精度执行重复任务。 Surgical robots assist doctors in performing minimally invasive surgeries. 手术机器人帮助医生进行微创手术。 Delivery robots are programmed to navigate complex urban environments. 配送机器人被设定程序以导航复杂的城市环境。 （2）技术原理 Machine learning algorithms enable computers to learn from data. 机器学习算法使计算机能够从数据中学习。 Sensors allow robots to detect changes in their surroundings. 传感器使机器人能够检测周围环境的变化。 Neural networks process information in a way similar to the human brain. 神经网络以类似人脑的方式处理信息。 （3）社会影响 The widespread use of robots may lead to job displacement in certain industries. 机器人的广泛应用可能导致某些行业的岗位替代。 Smart cities utilize AI to improve traffic management and public services. 智慧城市利用人工智能改善交通管理和公共服务。 Collaborative robots enhance workplace safety by working alongside humans. 协作机器人通过与人类并肩工作提升 workplace 安全性。 （4）利弊讨论 While robots increase efficiency, they also raise concerns about human unemployment. 虽然机器人提高了效率，但也引发了对人类失业的担忧。 Algorithms can analyze data quickly, but they may contain biased results. 算法能快速分析数据，但可能包含有偏见的结果。 Autonomous vehicles reduce traffic accidents, but technical failures remain a risk. 自动驾驶汽车减少交通事故，但技术故障仍是风险。 （5）趋势预测 In the future, robots are likely to take on more complex roles in daily life. 未来，机器人可能在日常生活中承担更复杂的角色。 Advances in AI will enable robots to interact with humans more naturally. 人工智能的进步将使机器人与人类的互动更自然。 The development of swarm robotics may revolutionize logistics and disaster response. 群体机器人技术的发展可能彻底改变物流和灾害应对。 （6）被动语态与科技表达 The robot is operated by a remote control system. 该机器人由远程控制系统操作。 Data is processed by the algorithm to generate predictions. 数据由算法处理以生成预测。 Many tasks in factories are now being automated by robots. 工厂中的许多任务现在正由机器人自动化完成。 （7）因果关系 Because robots work tirelessly, they are ideal for 24/7 operations. 因为机器人不知疲倦地工作，所以它们适合全天候运行。 As a result of AI advancements, robots can now understand spoken commands. 由于人工智能的进步，机器人现在能理解口头指令。 The company adopted robots, so production costs were significantly reduced. 该公司采用了机器人，因此生产成本显著降低。 （8）条件句与假设 If a robot malfunctions, it will automatically shut down to prevent accidents. 如果机器人发生故障，它将自动关机以防止事故。 Without proper maintenance, robots may experience system failures. 如果没有适当维护，机器人可能会出现系统故障。 Should robots replace teachers, education might become less personalized. 如果机器人取代教师，教育可能会变得缺乏个性化。 必备词块 （1）机器人类型与功能 industrial robot 工业机器人 service robot 服务机器人 surgical robot 手术机器人 delivery robot 配送机器人 humanoid robot 仿人机器人 collaborative robot (cobot) 协作机器人 fire-fighting robot 消防机器人 agricultural robot 农业机器人 autonomous vehicle 自动驾驶汽车 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) 无人机 （2）技术术语与原理 artificial intelligence (AI) 人工智能 machine learning 机器学习 deep learning 深度学习 neural network 神经网络 natural language processing (NLP) 自然语言处理 computer vision 计算机视觉 sensor 传感器 actuator 执行器 algorithm 算法 data processing 数据处理 （3）应用场景与社会影响 automated assembly line 自动化生产线 smart city 智慧城市 remote operation 远程操作 labor-intensive task 劳动密集型任务 job displacement 岗位替代 human-machine collaboration 人机协作 digital transformation 数字化转型 sustainable development 可持续发展 ethical dilemma 伦理困境 safety regulation 安全规范 （4）动作与状态 perform tasks 执行任务 process data 处理数据 analyze information 分析信息 detect obstacles 检测障碍物 adjust movement 调整运动 make decisions 做出决策 reduce errors 减少错误 improve efficiency 提高效率 replace human workers 替代人类工作者 interact with humans 与人类互动 （5）评价与趋势 revolutionary technology 革命性技术 significant impact 重大影响 potential risk 潜在风险 future development 未来发展 rapidly advancing 快速发展的 widely adopted 广泛应用的 increasingly intelligent 日益智能的 cost-effective 成本效益高的 environmentally friendly 环保的 user-friendly 用户友好的 实战演练 1 When people are still amazed by the power of ChatGPT, a new app called DeepSeek has already become the most popular app in the world, with the most downloads. In 2021, 80% of companies were already using AI in some way. By 2025, the number of companies using AI is expected to increase by 270%. More than half of these companies (51%) have decided to deepen their use of AI. The rapid spread of Al has left people wondering: Besides companies, who also will start using AI in their daily lives? Many think that people who understand how AI works would be the most likely to use it. However, a new study published in the Journal of Marketing found the opposite. People who know less about AI are actually more willing to use it. In other words, people are more interested in things they don’t fully understand. This happens because AI can now do things that we once thought only humans could do. For example, when AI creates a piece of art, write a heartfelt reply, or plays a musical instrument, it can feel almost magical—like it’s stepping into human field. Of course, AI doesn’t actually have human qualities. A chatbot might produce a human-like answer, but it doesn’t feel what we humans feel. People with more technical knowledge about AI understand this. They know how algorithms (算法), training data (训练数据), and computer models work. This makes the technology less mysterious. On the other hand, those with less understanding, especially the young, may see Al as magical and inspiring. This sense makes them more open to using AI tools. To make the most of AI, businesses, teachers, and policymakers need to make an effort. By understanding how the “magic” of AI affects people’s willingness to use it, they can create better AI products and services that match how people see AI. They should also help people understand both the benefits and risks of AI. In an ideal world, people could enjoy the amazing things Al can do, like solving complex math problems, while also appreciating the magical qualities that make AI so fascinating. 1．Who will download DeepSeek to use it according to the new research? A．Steve, a retired engineer in robot design. B．Daisy, a girl who is open to new ideas working at home. C．Tony, an office worker who knows the training data well. D．John, a student studying computer science in the college. 2．What does the underlined word mysterious mean? A．magic B．special C．frightening D．understandable 3．What is the right structure of the passage? A．①②/③④/⑤ B．①/②③④/⑥ C．①/②/③④/⑤ D．①/②③/④⑤ 4．What is the main purpose of writing this article? A．To warn people of the risks of AI. B．To show how popular AI is nowadays. C．To discuss the reasons why people don’t like AI. D．To find out ways to attract more people to use AI. 2 Using the metro with slow internet is a problem for many people. However, in Shanghai, this is no longer a worry. On April 15, the Shanghai Shentong Metro (地铁) Group and the local government said that 5G now provides full service to the whole metro system. Shanghai is the first major city in China to reach this goal, with 5G working across 21lines, 517 stations, and 896 kilometers of track. Tests show that internet speeds in stations and tunnels can usually reach over 600 MB/s, and highest speeds can hit 1, 000 MB/s. This means people can enjoy fast internet for watching videos, playing games, or sending messages. For example, a passenger downloaded a 500MB video on her phone in just 12seconds during a metro trip, according to People’s Daily. Meanwhile, 5G not only makes metro rides more comfortable but also safer. With 5G, workers can watch trains and check key parts in real time. This helps fix small problems before they become major problems. Special 5G robots can now check train parts through high-quality images and videos, achieving around 98% correetness in finding problems, China News reported. According to China Daily, plans are being made to further improve 5G, not just on metro trains but also in regional connectivity across the Yangtze River Delta (三角洲) . This will connect different places smarter, sharing ideas about “smart transport” with other cities. The goal is to build a faster, smarter, and greener city transport system for everyone. No matter you’re a student doing homework on the metro, -a-worker-rushing to the office, or a visitor exploring the city, 5G makes every trip easier and more enjoyable. 1．What did the Shanghai Shentong Metro Group tell the public on April 15? A．They built the longest metro line in China. B．Shanghai’s metro now has 5G everywhere. C．Passengers can download videos in 12 seconds. D．The 5G speed of Shanghai Metro has increased by 400 MB/s. 2．Why does the article mention 5G robots checking train parts? A．To explain how 5G makes rides safer. B．To compare 5G with old technology. C．To describe passengers’ daily experiences. D．To show how 5G improves download speeds. 3．According to the passage, what do we know about the 5G service in Shanghai’s metro system? A．It is the first 5G service in any Chinese city. B．It covers 21 stataions and 517 kilometers of track. C．Workers can find out problems right away by watching trains. D．Passengers are able to download a 1000MB video in 22 seconds. 4．Which title best describes the passage? A．The Future of Transport: 5G Robot B．How 5G Works in Subway Tunnels C．The Development of Shanghai Metro D．5G Coverage: Faster, Safer, and Smarter Travel 3 ①AI is used in many ways to make our lives better. For example AI-powered robots can help doctors perform surgeries with more precision. AI can also help teachers by giving special lessons to students based on their learning speed and style. In our homes, smart speakers and home assistants can control lights, play music, and even tell us the weather. ②However, when it comes to disinformation (虚假信息), “Social media took the cost of spreading to zero, and AI takes the cost to zero,” says Renée DiResta of the Stanford Internet Observatory. Large language models such as GPT-4 make it easy to produce misleading news articles or social-media posts in a huge number. ③And AI can produce more than text. Cloning (克隆) a voice using AI used to require minutes, or even hours, of sample audio. Two years ago, however, researchers at Microsoft created VALL-E, an AI model that is able to clone a person’s voice from just a three-second clip (片段) of them speaking, and make it say any given text. ④Open AI, the American company behind GPT-4, has developed a similar tool, Voice Engine, which can clone any voice from a 15-second clip and no one can find the difference. It has not yet released (发布) to public, because of its possible risks to the society. ⑤Similarly, Sora, from Open AI, can produce surprisingly realistic videos of up to a minute according to the given text. Open AI has not released Sora to the public, partly because it could be used to create disinformation. Another worry is that many people will lose their jobs in the video industry because of Sora. ⑥Though all of this is worrying, it is worth remembering that not all parts of the technology are bad. AI, it turns out, can be used for fighting disinformation as well as producing it. Anyway, it’s time to think about how we use AI. We need to make sure it’s used responsibly and for the good of everyone. Plus, who knows? Maybe one day, you could be the one creating the next big thing in AI! 1．How does the writer lead in the topic in the first paragraph? A．By telling a story. B．By asking questions. C．By giving examples. D．By comparing facts. 2．Why hasn’t Open AI released Sora to the public? A．It is too expensive. B．It cannot create realistic videos. C．People prefer text tools like GPT-4. D．It might cause job losses and spread disinformation. 3．What can we know about Voice Engine according to the passage? A．It’s a tool that can clone any voice. B．It is produced before GPT-4. C．It can also produce videos of one minute. D．It won’t cause any risk to the society. 4．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．We Should Develop AI. B．AI Is Changing Our Normal Lives. C．AI’s Bright Future and Hidden Dangers. D．The Dangers of AI-Generated Wrong Information. 4 ① AI (artificial intelligence 人工智能) and machine learning refer to the ability of machines to learn and act intelligently. It means they can make decisions, finish tasks, and even tell the possible future results based on what they learn from data (数据). ②AI and machine learning already play a bigger role in everyday life than you might imagine. Health care, banking, video games, every search on the Internet you make ..., all are driven by AI. ③AI is going to change almost every field of modern life. Stephen Hawking said, “Success in creating AI would be the biggest event in human history.” And Hawking added at once, “Unluckily, it might also be the last, unless we learn how to avoid the risks.” ④____▲____, especially when you consider some countries are racing to develop AI-enabled autonomous weapons (人工智能自主武器). It is also going to change and take the place of many human jobs. The same worries also come from the public. According to the survey result from Centre for the Governance of AI, 91% of the people (tend to and totally) agree that “AI is a technology that requires careful management” in Europe. ⑤But rather than agreeing with an idea of a helpless future where all human jobs are given over to robots, some people believe AI will make our working lives better. It will improve the work of humans, and new jobs will appear to take the place of the old ones. ⑥ What’s more, machines become more intelligent and they are able to finish more human tasks. Things which only belong to humans like creativity and critical (批判性的) thinking will become even more valuable in the future. ⑦Like it or not, AI is here. Maybe changing ourselves and managing it well are the best way out. Just as Benjamin Franklin once said, “When you’re finished changing, you’re finished.” 1．Which paragraph does the diagram mainly support? A．② B．③ C．④ D．⑤ 2．Which sentence can be put in the ____▲____? A．Also, you can find AI serving our daily life in every possible field B．As we know, there are possible huge risks for society and human life C．Humans are surely more creative and better at many things than AI D．Without doubt, AI is a fantastic technology to lead us into the future 3．According to the passage, please infer writer’s attitude towards AI. ________ A．Disappointed. B．Worried. C．Hopeful. D．Doubtful. 4．Which of the following shows the structure of this passage? A． B． C． D． 5 Because of busy lifestyles and work stress, more Chinese people are now turning to AI tools like DeepSeek to talk about their problems. They share feelings with the chatbot and receive warm advice. This practice, known as “AI therapy (疗愈),” is becoming popular online. But can robots really replace human therapists? Around the world, 45 percent of people who needed mental health care in 2024 did not get it because it was too expensive or there weren’t enough doctors. Daniel Lowd, a professor at the University of Oregon, believes AI could help fill this gap. “If people can find some support and ideas by talking to ChatGPT or chatbot, then I think that’s wonderful.” However, AI has its limits (限制). Human therapists (心理治疗师) understand feelings deeply through face-to-face talks and create suitable treatment plans—something robots can’t fully copy. Dr. LiuYang, notes “An AI might recognize keywords like ‘divorce’ or ‘layoff’, but it cannot find out small emotional shifts in tone or body language”. This point becomes important when dealing with a series of situations, where misunderstandings could be dangerous. Another problem is safety. AI might act like a therapist without proper training or rules. It cannot match the level of responsibility that human therapists have. Experts believe the key to safe AI therapy is strict government control. For example, Wysa, an AI mental health app, follows strict medical standards in the UK. Data privacy appears as another large concern. Users usually share personal details on AI platforms, yet few companies clearly state how this information is stored or used. As AI becomes part of daily life, finding a balance between its benefits and risks is important. While AI offers quick help, human connection remains irreplaceable for serious emotional needs. 1．What makes people turn to “AI therapy”? A．AI therapy is warmer. B．AI tools are free. C．People feel much pressure. D．DeepSeek is popular. 2．What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 2 refer to? A．Mental health care. B．The AI tool. C．The medical standard. D．The government control. 3．What is the main idea of paragraph 3? A．AI therapy is nicer and cheaper than human therapists. B．AI robots will soon replace human therapists in hospitals. C．AI can perfectly copy human therapists’ skills and methods. D．AI has limits in understanding deep emotions and safety risks. 4．Why does the writer mention the Wysa app? A．To give an example of safe AI under rules. B．To prove robots can deal with emergencies. C．To show AI is cheaper than human doctors. D．To explain why China needs more therapists. 5．What can we infer from the passage? A．AI therapy will completely replace human therapists. B．AI is useful for basic support but not for serious cases. C．AI can create specialized treatment plans for people. D．Government control is really unnecessary for AI apps. 6 People are talking a lot about artificial intelligence (AI), viewing it as a force that could reshape how society works. But there is something important missing from this discussion. It isn’t enough to ask how it will change us. We also need to understand how we shape AI and what it can tell us about ourselves. Every AI model we develop mirrors our rules and expresses our beliefs. A few years ago, while looking for new workers, a famous company gave up an AI-powered tool after finding it unfavorable to women. The AI was not designed to behave this way, instead, it was influenced by the historical data (数据) favoring men. Similarly, a recent study found that lending algorithms (算法) often offer less favorable terms to colored people, worsening long-standing unfairness in money-lending business. In both cases, AI isn’t creating new biases (偏见), it is mirroring the ones that are already present. These reflections (反映) give us an important chance to take a close look at ourselves. By making these problems seen and more pressing, AI challenges us to recognize and address what causes algorithmic bias. As AI continues to develop, we must ask ourselves how we as average people want to shape its role in society. We should not only improve AI models, but also make sure that AI is developed and used responsibly. A number of companies are already taking action. They are judging the data, rules, and beliefs that shape the behavior of AI models. Still, we cannot expect the companies to do all the work. As long as AI is trained on human data, it will reflect human behavior. That means we have to think carefully about the footprints of ourselves we leave in the world. I may value privacy, but if I give it up in a heartbeat to visit a website, the algorithms may make a very different judgment of what I really want and what is good for me. If I want meaningful human connections yet spend more time on social media and less time in the physical company of my friends, I am indirectly training AI models about the true nature of humanity. As AI becomes more powerful, we need to take increasing care to read our principles (原则) into the record of our actions rather than allowing the two to diverge. Recognizing this allows us to make better decisions, but only when we are prepared to look closely and take responsibility for what we see. 1．Why does the writer introduce the two examples in Paragraph 2? A．To suggest a solution. B．To stress a difference. C．To challenge a practice. D．To support a viewpoint. 2．What does the word “diverge” in the last paragraph most probably mean? A．Improve. B．Appear. C．Separate. D．Repeat. 3．According to the passage, what is a good example of shaping AI responsibility? A．Guarding one’s privacy against AI models. B．Being mindful of our feeds into AI models. C．Training algorithms to favor the latest data. D．Designing algorithms to deal with unfairness. 4．Which of the following is the best title for this passage? A．AI Isn’t the Problem; We Are B．AI: A Tool to Reshape Our Society C．More Open algorithms for Better AI? D．Building Trust in Human-AI Relationships 7 Nowadays, being famous and successful is changing quickly. Social media has become a new way for young people to become known as online influencers (网红). A recent survey showed that children would rather be online influencers than astronauts. But is being an online influencer a good job? The lifestyles we see on social media seem enticing, but under the shining appearance lie problems like not having a certain pay, the control of algorithms (算法), physical and mental health problems. Let’s take a deeper look into it. Successful influencers may tell you that anyone can succeed in this industry. However, an expert says, “There’s a huge income gap between successful influencers and everyone else. For most people who want to be an influencer, the creative work they love to do usually ends up being unpaid work for companies.” __________ Influencers are often controlled by computer programs called algorithms. They decide which post is shown to users and in what order. Social media platforms (平台) don’t share much information about these algorithms, but they are the one to decide who and what becomes popular on social media. This lasting fear of not being seen makes influencers feel uncertain. They are always under pressure to create new content for these platforms. If they don’t, the algorithm might “punish” them by hiding their posts or making them less visible in search results. Always being online is a big problem for influencers because it can cause mental health problems. They have to work and talk to their fans at any time of a day or night. In addition, they are scared of being judged online, which leads to mental and physical health. Even though being an influencer seems attractive to many people, the challenges and downsides of the job are usually hidden and not easy to see to the outside world. 1．What problems do influencers may have? ① Not having a certain pay.         ②The control of algorithms. ③ Making a lot of money.         ④ Physical and mental problems. A．①②③ B．②③④ C．①②④ D．①②③④ 2．Which sentence can be put in ________? A．As we know, there are other possible huge risks for being an influencer online. B．Also, the power of algorithms is strong enough to shape influencers’ popularity. C．Without doubt, algorithms is a powerful technology to lead us into the future. D．Influencers are surely more creative and better at many things than algorithms. 3．What can we infer from this passage? A．Most of the influencers have sleep problems in their lives. B．Children are not encouraged to be influencers by the writer. C．Social media platforms go out of their way to help influencers. D．Successful influencers think it’s easy to succeed in this industry. 4．The passage is written in a ________ tone (语气). A．serious B．happy C．surprising D．funny 8 Studying army ants for a living leads to a remarkable discovery of their architectural prowess (架构能力). Muratore has been studying how army ants build bridges by linking their bodies, which could help scientists understand better how to control numbers of robots. Commonly found in Central America, South America and Africa, the ants search forest floors for food in long lines. When they come across a gap (缺口), they build a bridge, linking themselves together like monkeys, and then other workers will walk on top of them. In this way, they create shortcuts to make things easier for the other ants, allowing them to collect more food. But building bridges comes at a cost. Muratore studied the ants’ decision-making and found that the ants build bridges where they get the greatest benefit (好处) for the least amount of bodies. This type of research is giving new light on the collective intelligence of army ants. Engineers have already used it in building algorithms (算法) for robots. “It was the big challenge of robotics for a long time to take a robot of parts and have that robot be able to piece itself together.” said David Hu, from Georgia Institute of Technology. “Ants make us believe that such a robot would be workable and have a lot of interesting problems to solve in the real world,” Hu said. “Ants are really able to solve these things with really, really little brainpower.” 1．Why are monkeys mentioned in Paragraph 3? A．To let us know how clever ants really are. B．To better describe how ants build bridges. C．Because they live in similar environment as ants. D．Because they have similar body structures as robots. 2．Why do ants build bridges? A．To collect more food. B．To avoid getting lost. C．To better help the weak. D．To save more lives. 3．What does Paragraph 4 mainly tell us? A．How ants decide to build bridges. B．When and where ants build bridges. C．Science behind ants’ building bridges. D．How amazing ants’ building bridges 4．What is the big challenge of robotics? A．How to make robots work with each other well. B．How to have a robot that can piece itself together. C．How to make robots work in a highly organized way. D．How to make robots build a bridge or something alike. 9 ① When people are still surprised by the super power of Chat-apt, the Deep Seek has already become the hottest word across the world, becoming the leading app downloaded by the most users. In 2021, 80% of the companies have something to do with AI. In 2025, the number of companies using AI will grow by 270%. 51% of the companies have decided to deepen their use of AI. ② The rapid spread of AI has left people wondering: Besides those companies, who is the most likely to take AI into their daily lives? Many suppose those who understand how AI works—who are most likely to welcome it. Surprisingly, our new research, published in the Journal of Marketing, finds the opposite. People with less knowledge about AI are actually more open to using the technology. In other words, people are more likely to show interest in things that they don’t know very well. ③ The reason behind this lies in how AI now performs tasks we once thought only humans could do. When AI create a piece of art, write a heartfelt reply, or plays a musical instrument, it can feel almost magical—like it’s stepping into human field. ④ of course, AI doesn’t actually have human qualities. A chatbot might produce a human-like answer, but it doesn't feel what we humans feel. People with more technical knowledge about AI understand this. They know how algorithms (算法), training data (训练数据), and computer models work. This makes the technology less mysterious. On the other hand, those with less understanding, especially the young, may see AI as magical and inspiring. We suggest this sense of magic makes them more open to using AI tools. ⑤ This finding offers new insights into why people act so differently to the new technologies. Some studies suggest consumers enjoy the new tech, which is called “algorithm appreciation,” while others show doubts, or they don’t see its “magicalness” as a key reason shaping these reactions (反应). ⑥ To make the most of AI’s potential, businesses, teachers and policymakers need to strike this balance. By understanding how the idea of “magicalness” shape people’s openness to AI, we can help develop and use new AI-based products and services that take the way people view AI into account, and help them understand the benefits and risks of AI. And under a perfect situation, people can not only enjoy the fantasy brought about by the artificial intelligence, like the super mathematical ability, but also admire the magicalness it is born with. 1．How does the writer show the popularity of AI? A．By giving an example B．By listing numbers C．By creating a picture D．By asking a question 2．Who will download Deep Seek to use it according to the new research? A．John, a student studying computer science in the college. B．Daisy, a girl who is open to new ideas working at home. C．St eve, an old man who has just recently got a new phone. D．Tony, an office worker who knows the training data well. 3．What does the underlined word mysterious mean? A．frightening B．understandable C．magic D．special 4．What is the right structure of the passage? A．①②/③④⑤⑥ B．①②/③④/⑤⑥ C．①②/③④⑤/⑥ D．①/②③④⑤/⑥ 10 Have you ever felt like you’re in your own small world, where everything you hear or see just makes you more sure of what you already think? It’s like being in an “echo chamber (信息茧房)”—a place where your own ideas keep coming back to you, and you don’t hear any different ones. This isn’t something new, but with everyone on social media, it’s happening a lot more now. Echo chambers are like invisible (看不见的) rooms on the Internet where everyone agrees with you. Think about how people used to sit around a fire, telling stories that made everyone else all nod and smile. Now, we have the Internet—our modern-day fire—where platforms let people from all over the world share their thoughts. Social media platforms know exactly what we like. That’s thanks to very clever algorithms (算法)—sets of rules that computers follow to figure out what you enjoy based on what you click on, like, and share online. These algorithms watch what we do on the Internet to show us more information that matches our interests and even what our friends like. But, being in echo chambers can be a bit tricky (棘手的). They make us feel good because we’re surrounded by views we agree with, but they also make us see the world in a very limited way. This can make our opinions very fixed and make it hard for us to understand people who think differently. It might even make us feel more separated and worried because everyone outside our “bubble” seems so different. Luckily, there are ways to break free from echo chambers. One big step is to challenge ourselves by looking for information from different sources. This means exploring more diverse or different things on the Internet, reading different kinds of stories, and talking to people with other views. Also, ask questions about where information comes from, double-check facts and be open-minded. In this way, we can make sure we understand the wider world a lot better. 1．What does the term “echo chamber” refer to? A．A physical room where people share stories. B．A place on the Internet where everyone agrees with you. C．A social media platform for sharing personal ideas. D．A modern-day tool for telling stories around a fire. 2．What role do algorithms play in creating echo chambers? A．They connect people with different views. B．They encourage people to share more stories. C．They promote diverse discussions on the Internet. D．They limit the type of information people see. 3．What might be a reason someone feels separated and worried in an echo chamber? A．They are unable to share their own stories. B．They are unable to access social media platforms. C．They don’t have enough diverse information. D．They feel that everyone outside their bubble is very different. 4．What can be inferred about the author’s view on echo chambers? A．The author thinks echo chambers are beneficial for forming opinions. B．The author sees echo chambers as a natural part of social media. C．The author believes echo chambers can be limiting and should be avoided. D．The author thinks echo chambers are necessary for sharing personal ideas. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The history and development of social media platforms. B．The concept and effects of echo chambers on social media. C．The importance of algorithms in shaping our online experience. D．Strategies for promoting diverse discussions on the Internet. 11 ①You might see everything you see or hear on the Internet makes you more sure of what you already think. If this happens, be careful! You might be in something called an information cocoon (茧房) —a place where your own ideas keep coming back to you. ②This isn’t something new. Think about ancient times when people sat around a campfire. They only shared stories that their group believed and agreed with. Today, the Internet and social media are like our modern campfire. They connect people all over the world. But just like the old campfire, they also let people share and hear the ideas they already like. ③You might have noticed that social media ads (广告) seem to know what you like. This happens because of a computer program called algorithms (算法). Algorithms are like sets of rules that help computers do things. Every time you click (点击) likes or share something, you leave a “digital footprint (数字脚印)”. This helps algorithms learn what you like. Then they show you more of the same kind of content (内容). ④Information cocoons can make you feel good, but they also have some bad results. ⑤When you only see similar opinions, it’s hard to accept different views. This can make it hard for us to understand people who think differently. ⑥Information cocoons can also lead to more arguments and worries among people. This often makes different groups in society disagree with or do not trust each other even more. ▲ ⑦The good news is that there are ways to break out of the information cocoon. One important thing is to look for different kinds of information. Also, it’s important to learn how to think critically (批判地). This means checking the facts and being open to changing your mind. ⑧By doing these things, you can break out of the information cocoon and see a wider world! 1．Why does the writer mention “algorithms” in Paragraph 3? A．To say algorithms should not be used on social media. B．To talk about how algorithms can be bad for people. C．To tell the story of how algorithms were invented. D．To explain how social media ads show what you like. 2．Which sentence can be put in the ▲ ? A．But the Internet can also be good. B．Some think algorithms are not safe to use. C．This is why we need to solve this problem. D．Many people like seeing the same things online. 3．What’s the best structure of this passage? A． B． C． D． 4．What’s the writer’s attitude (态度) towards the information cocoon? A．Serious and angry. B．Worried but hopeful. C．Happy and encouraging. D．Scared but meaningful. ws is 12 Scientists say they’ve developed a new system(系统). It can use “machine learning” to predict when and where lightning(闪电) will strike(闪击). The research was led by engineers from Switzerland. European researchers have estimated(估算) between 6, 000 and 24,000 people are killed by lightning worldwide each year. The strikes can also cause power cuts, destroy houses and start forest fires. For these reasons, some climate scientists have studied to develop methods to predict and control lightning. But no system has been created to effectively predict lightning. The new system is being tested in the experiments(实验). It used a combination of data(数据资料) from weather stations and machine learning methods. The researchers developed a prediction model. It was trained to tell weather conditions that were possible to cause lightning. The model was created with some data. The data was collected over a 12-year period from 12 Swiss weather stations in cities and mountain areas. The data related to(与……有关) four main surface conditions: air pressure, air temperature, relative humidity(相对湿度) and wind speed. The atmospheric(大气的) data was put into a machine learning algorithm(计算程序), which compared it to records of lightning strikes. Researchers say the algorithm was then able to learn the conditions under which lightning happens. Amirhossein Mostajabi is a PhD student who led the development of the new system. He said, “Common systems for collecting such data are slow and complex, and they require expensive collection equipment(设备) like radar or satellites (卫星).” “Our system uses data that can be gotten from any weather station,” Mostajabi said. “This will improve data collection in the areas which are not covered by radar and satellites or in places where communication systems have been cut,” he added. 1．According to the passage, the strikes can’t cause ________. A．power cuts B．earthquakes C．forest fires D．the death of people 2．What does the underlined word “it” refer to in Paragraph 5? A．The lightning strike. B．The system being tested. C．The machine learning algorithm. D．The atmospheric data. 3．What do the last two paragraphs mainly tell us? A．Where weather stations should be built. B．How the machine learning algorithm works. C．The advantages of the new system in data collection. D．The new system has effectively predicted lightning in faraway areas. 4．Which of the following statements about the new system is TRUE? A．Its prediction model has been tested for 12 years. B．It has been put into use in cities and mountain areas widely. C．The new system requires expensive collection equipment to collect data. D．It uses machine learning to predict the time and places of lightning strikes. 13 In Shenzhen, you can see some special “police officers” on the streets. They are humanoid robots (仿真机器人) called PM01. These robots work with “police officers” to make our city safer. Engine AI, a company started in 2023 in Shenzhen, made them. It is part of China’s plan to use technology in everyday life. The PM01 robots are 1.38 meters tall and weigh 40 kilograms. They can share information with real police, shake hands with people on the street, and wave to crowds. Thanks to smart algorithms (运算法则), they can move smoothly, like walking naturally or even doing front flips. Each robot costs 88,000 yuan, which is affordable for the police to use. The PM01 uses LiDAR technology to “see” its surroundings and move around busy streets. There is a screen on its chest to show information and “eye-like” lights that make it look friendly. These features help the robot do its job well and make people trust it. People have different opinions about these robots. Some like their human-like skills, while others worry that they might replace people’s jobs or cause privacy problems. As China continues to develop new robots, it remains to be seen whether they will become a big part of our daily life or just a special tool. 1．What is the main purpose of using PM01 robots? A．To replace Shenzhen real police officers completely. B．To improve public safety and work with the police. C．To help people who get lost find their way home. D．To make people’s everyday life more colorful. 2．What can PM01 robots do to communicate with the public? A．Sing songs and tell stories to kids. B．Answer calls and send messages. C．Shake hands and wave to people. D．Take photos and record videos. 3．Why do people feel close to the PM01 robots? A．Because they can speak many human languages well. B．Because they have friendly-looking “eye-like” lights. C．Because they are small enough to be carried around. D．Because they can solve all kinds of problems for us. 4．Why do some people worry about the PM01 robots? A．They are not smart enough to help in busy streets. B．They are unable to understand human languages. C．They may cause job losses or privacy problems. D．They are too expensive for governments to use. 5．What is the best title for this passage? A．How to Make Police Robots Work Well B．The Price and Usage of Police Robots C．Shenzhen’s Special Police “Helpers” D．The Friendly Robots on the Streets 14 Artificial intelligence (AI) can do many different things. From controlling the lights in our homes to helping us order pizzas, it seems there aren’t many more uses for AI than we already have. However, can AI make music like human beings? Thanks to a team of Swiss scientists, AI may soon be able to come up with music especially for us. Researchers at the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland have created a computer algorithm (算法), the “Deep Artificial Composer” (DAC), which can create original music all by itself. Florian Colombo, an EPFL scientist who helped create the DAC, said that AI could produce complete melodies (旋律), with a beginning and an end. At present, the DAC is only able to produce several pieces of traditional Irish folk music, but it’s hoped that it will be able to create songs based on any type of music in the end. To “teach” the DAC, the scientists trained it to “listen” to over 2,000 different folk songs. Based on this input (输入), the AI taught itself how to compose music, from getting the pitch (高音) and timing right, to choosing the right notes. This process is still in its early stages, with the DAC still not producing perfect results, but Colombo told AFP that the AI’s music is still “quite pleasant to listen to.” While the idea sounds very hopeful, we shouldn’t expect the DAC to replace real-life composers any time soon. According to Colombo, the system was designed to produce only simple melodies. So far, it can only create songs based on a single instrument. Colombo said that his purpose in creating the DAC was to help people create their own music, not to have it made for them. His exciting new ideas came from Austrian composer Wolfgang Mozart. It’s said that he used to throw dice (掷骰子) to help him pick which notes to use when making new music. “A good composer with creative ideas will never be replaced by an algorithm.” Colombo told AFP. 1．What can be learned from the first two paragraphs? A．AI has been used in more places than we already know. B．AI has already composed music for people. C．DAC was created by a group of scientists in Switzerland. D．DAC was refused by some composers. 2．What does the underlined word “itself” refer to? A．A robot. B．The EPFL. C．A composer. D．The DAC． 3．According to the passage, we can infer that the scientists _________. A．expect the DAC to replace good composers B．are amazed at the melodies made by the DAC C．are not satisfied with the system of the DAC D．have achieved their purpose of creating the DAC 4．Which is the best title for this passage? 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