2025-2026学年高一上学期期末复习之英语七选五20篇（人教版必修第一册-必修第二册Unit 3单元话题）

期末复习之七选五20篇 （必修一-必修二Unit 3单元话题） 本资料共20篇专题训练，从上到下每单元依次对应2-3篇单元话题专题训练 单元 单元话题 Welcome Unit 高中生活 Unit 1 Teenage Life 青少年生活 Unit 2 Travelling Around 旅行 Unit 3 Sports and Fitness 运动与健康 Unit 4 Natural Disasters 自然灾害 Unit 5 Languages Around the World 语言 Unit 1 Cultural Heritage 文化遗产 Unit 2 Wildlife Protection 野生动物保护 Unit 3 The Internet 互联网与科技 Have you ever wondered what an American high school is really like? 1 A typical American high school has several large buildings and enough space for about 1, 500 students 2 When arriving at school, students go straight to their lockers to put away textbooks and hang outdoor clothes. Because American textbooks are expensive, they prefer renting them. Students must pay back if they lost them. American students have different types of school transport. They usually take a yellow school bus or walk to school if they live close enough. 3 When they turn 16 years of age, most take a free driving class at school for one term. If passing grades in the class and their state driver’s exam, they can begin driving themselves to school. 4 Students must take science, math, English, and social studies, and can choose electives like art, homemaking, or fashion design. Some schools also require health, physical, or foreign language education. Students change classrooms for each subject, with a five-minute break between classes to move to the next room. The regular school day ends early afternoon. Most students stay in the school for activities. 5 These include sports like football, basketball, baseball, and soccer, or clubs such as speech, newspaper, photography, and student government. A．Every student is given a locker. B．Each day students take six or seven classes. C．Sometimes their parents drive them to school. D．Because each teacher has their own classroom. E．Over half of students are willing to join in them. F．In some schools students are required to take some special subjects. G．This article describes a typical American high school and its students. 【答案】1．G 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，围绕“典型的美国高中及其学生情况”展开，从学校规模、学生储物方式、通勤工具、课程设置到课后活动等方面，详细介绍了美国高中的真实面貌。 1．根据上文“Have you ever wondered what an American high school is really like? (你是否曾好奇美国高中到底是什么样子的？)”可知，空格处需回应这一疑问，并点明文章主旨。G选项“This article describes a typical American high school and its students. (本文将介绍一所典型的美国高中及其学生。)”直接回答了前文的提问，“describes”明确了文章的说明性质，起到总领全文的作用。故选G项。 2．根据下文“When arriving at school, students go straight to their lockers to put away textbooks and hang outdoor clothes. (到达学校后，学生们会直接走向储物柜，放下课本，挂上外套。)”可知，空格处需提到“学生有储物柜”这一前提。A选项“Every student is given a locker.（每位学生都有一个储物柜。）”既解释了下文“go straight to their lockers”的原因，又符合“美国高中的典型配置”这一主题，逻辑连贯。故选A项。 3．题目类型为并列补充题。根据上文“American students have different types of school transport. They usually take a yellow school bus or walk to school if they live close enough. (美国学生有不同的通勤方式。如果住得够近，他们通常会乘坐黄色校车或步行上学。)”可知，空格处需补充另一种通勤方式。C选项“Sometimes their parents drive them to school. (有时他们的父母会开车送他们上学。)”中“Sometimes”体现了通勤方式的多样性，与上文“take a yellow school bus or walk”形成并列，丰富了“不同通勤方式”的内容，符合语境。故选C项。 4．题目类型为段落主题句题。根据下文“Students must take science, math, English, and social studies, and can choose electives like art, homemaking, or fashion design. (学生必须学习科学、数学、英语和社会研究，还可以选择艺术、家政或时装设计等选修课。)”可知，本段核心是“美国高中的课程设置”。B选项“Each day students take six or seven classes. (学生们每天上六到七节课。)”先总述每日上课数量，再引出下文的“必修课+选修课”具体内容，既符合说明文“总-分”的段落结构，又准确概括了本段主题。故选B项。 5．题目类型为补充衔接题。根据上文“Most students stay in the school for activities. (大多数学生放学后会留在学校参加活动。)”及下文“These include sports like football, basketball, baseball, and soccer, or clubs such as speech, newspaper, photography, and student government. (这些活动包括足球、篮球、棒球、英式足球等体育项目，以及演讲、校报、摄影、学生会等社团活动。)”可知，空格处需补充“学生参与这些活动的情况”。E选项“Over half of students are willing to join in them. (超过一半的学生愿意参加这些活动。)”中“them”指代上文的“activities”，既承接了“大多数学生留校参加活动”的表述，又为下文列举具体活动类型提供了语境支撑，说明这些活动有较多学生参与，符合逻辑。故选E项。 How to Be a Successful High School Student High school isn’t just about learning knowledge, it also shapes your learning habits and personal growth. 1 Success also needs practical daily habits that cover study, relationships, and health. These small but good habits smooth your high school journey. Master time management. Time management reduces too much stress. High school often brings lots of homework, exams, and club tasks, which can make you feel rushed. List tasks by urgency each morning. For example, finish the math assignment due to tomorrow first, then use your spare time for the debate club. 2 Engage in class effectively. 3 You need to take an active part — listen carefully and write down key points and ask questions when confused, like about unclear chemistry reactions or literature analysis. Teachers welcome questions, which help you grasp lessons and avoid falling behind. 4 Classmates and teachers are your key support in high school. Don’t hesitate to greet classmates warmly and share useful study tips. For instance, discuss tough history problems or team up for a group project. This interaction not only makes school fun but also gives you reliable help when stuck. Maintain personal health. A healthy body is the foundation of good study performance. Ensure enough sleep each night, eat balanced meals, and take even 10-minute daily walks to stay positive. 5 If you’re tired or ill, it will ruin your focus. Sticking to these habits helps deal with high school challenges and builds college or future skills. A．Establish positive connections. B．Turn to classmates for help actively. C．Good health improves your study efficiency. D．Joining it can improve your public speaking skills. E．This avoids rushing to finish work at the last minute. F．Just sitting quietly in class isn’t enough to learn well. G．To truly succeed here, good grades alone aren’t enough. 【答案】1．G 2．E 3．F 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章就如何成为成功的高中生给出了几条建议：掌握时间管理、高效参与课堂、建立积极人脉、维护身心健康等。 1．根据下文“Success also needs practical daily habits that cover study, relationships, and health.(成功还需要实用的日常习惯，包括学习、人际关系和健康)”中的also可知，空处应提到成功需要的第一层内容，G项“要想在这里取得真正的成功，仅仅取得好成绩是不够的。”承接下文，符合语境。故选G。 2．上文列出时间管理的有效方法“List tasks by urgency each morning. For example, finish the math assignment due to tomorrow first, then use your spare time for the debate club.(每天早上按紧急程度列出任务。例如，先完成明天的数学作业，然后利用业余时间参加辩论社)”，此处位于段尾，应是对上文的进一步补充说明，所以推测此处应是与时间管理方法带来的好处有关。E项“这能避免在最后一刻匆忙完成作业。”直接点明前文例子中时间管理的效果，符合语境。故选E。 3．本段标题为“高效参与课堂”，下文“You need to take an active part — listen carefully and write down key points and ask questions when confused, like about unclear chemistry reactions or literature analysis.(你需要积极参与其中——认真倾听，记录要点，并在遇到困惑时提出问题，比如关于不清晰的化学反应或文学分析方面的问题)”强调“要积极参与，所以推测此处也应与课堂上的表现有关。F项“只在课堂上安静地坐着不足以学好知识。”指出“安静地坐着”的不足，与下文“积极参与”形成对比，自然引出下文的具体做法。故选F。 4．此处是本段的小标题。下文围绕“Classmates and teachers are your key support in high school.(同学和老师是高中的重要支持)”展开，具体建议包括“热情问候同学、分享学习技巧、讨论难题、组队完成项目”，所以推测本段的核心是“构建良好的人际联系”。A项“建立积极的联系。”中的connections直接涵盖“同学关系”和“师生关系”，精准概括本段。故选A。 5．本段小标题为“保持个人健康”，上文指出“A healthy body is the foundation of good study performance.(健康的身体是良好学习的基础)”；下文则说“If you’re tired or ill, it will ruin your focus.(如果疲惫或生病，会破坏专注力)”。此处需要一句衔接“健康”与“学习”的句子，强化“健康对学习的重要性”。C项“良好的健康能提高学习效率。”既呼应上文“健康是学习的基础”的观点，又与下文“生病影响专注”形成对比，进一步论证健康的重要性。故选C。 A good after-school program can turn free after-school hours into productive learning time. 1 Here are four things a good after-school program can do for those kids. Learn social skills. 2 And with chances to interact (互动) freely, they are able to practice and experiment with social skills. They are allowed to fail and then learn from their mistakes. Provide learning support. Many after-school programs offer homework help. Homework can often cause unhappiness between kids with learning and attention problems and their parents. 3 Besides, personalized help from after-school program teachers allows students to learn a lesson they may have not understood during the day. 4 Some after-school programs offer classes in areas like science or computers. In these classes, there aren’t tests and students may work together in groups. For kids with learning and attention problems, these classes can be relaxing, fun and meaningful. Programs may also offer arts choices like painting and music, which can help kids find new interests. Build confidence. For kids with learning and attention problems, an after-school program may allow more room for mistakes than school does. The risks may not feel as high. 5 This, in turn, can lead to higher confidence. A．Encourage teamwork. B．Make learning more fun. C．As a result, they may feel freer to try new things and take more risks. D．Students have a chance to find out what they are good at. E．After-school programs provide students a chance to meet new people. F．That can be very helpful for kids with learning and attention problems. G．So getting it done during the program can make everyone’s evening more pleasant. 【答案】1．F 2．E 3．G 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章指出好的课后活动能帮助有学习或注意力问题的孩子提升社交能力、获得学习支持、享受有趣课程并建立自信心。 1．前文“A good after-school program can turn free after-school hours into productive learning time. (一个好的课后活动可以把课余时间变成有效的学习时间。)”指出课后活动大有作用，后文“Here are four things a good after-school program can do for those kids. (以下是一个好的课后活动可以为这些孩子做的四件事。)”引出课后活动对特定群体的孩子的具体好处，因此F项“That can be very helpful for kids with learning and attention problems. (这对有学习和注意力问题的孩子非常有帮助。)”符合语境，点明能从课后活动中受益的孩子群体，承前启后，其中的kids with learning and attention problems是后文those kids指代的对象。故选F。 2．后文“And with chances to interact (互动) freely, they are able to practice and experiment with social skills. They are allowed to fail and then learn from their mistakes. (有了自由互动的机会，他们就能练习和试验社交技能。他们被允许失败，然后从错误中学习。)”主要说明课后活动能培养学生的社交技能，让他们自由互动、练习社交技巧，因此E项“After-school programs provide students a chance to meet new people. (课后活动为学生提供了认识新的人的机会。)”符合语境，指出学生能认识新的人，是后文培养社交技能的基础。故选E。 3．前文“Homework can often cause unhappiness between kids with learning and attention problems and their parents. (家庭作业经常会导致有学习和注意力问题的孩子与父母之间的不愉快。)”提到作业常引发孩子与父母的矛盾，因此G项“So getting it done during the program can make everyone’s evening more pleasant. (所以在活动期间把这件事做完，能让大家晚上过得更舒心。)”符合语境，指出课后活动解决作业矛盾，承接前文，其中的everyone指代前文的kids和their parents。故选G。 4．后文“Some after-school programs offer classes in areas like science or computers. In these classes, there aren’t tests and students may work together in groups. For kids with learning and attention problems, these classes can be relaxing, fun and meaningful. Programs may also offer arts choices like painting and music, which can help kids find new interests. (一些课后项目提供科学或计算机等领域的课程。在这些课程中，没有考试，学生可以小组合作。对于有学习和注意力问题的孩子来说，这些课程可以是轻松、有趣和有意义的。项目还可能提供绘画和音乐等艺术选择，这可以帮助孩子们找到新的兴趣。)”主要说明课后活动提供科学、计算机等课程，以及绘画、音乐等艺术选择，课程轻松有趣，空处是段落标题，需统领段落内容，且需和其他段落标题一样使用祈使句的形式，因此B项“Make learning more fun. (让学习更有趣。)”符合语境，契合后文内容。故选B。 5．前文“For kids with learning and attention problems, an after-school program may allow more room for mistakes than school does. The risks may not feel as high. (对于有学习和注意力问题的孩子来说，课后活动可能比学校有更多的犯错空间。风险可能没那么高。)”指出课后活动允许犯错、风险更低，后文“This, in turn, can lead to higher confidence. (这反过来又会带来更高的信心。)”提到从而提升信心，因此C项“As a result, they may feel freer to try new things and take more risks. (因此，他们可能更敢于尝试新事物、承担风险。)”符合语境，指出允许犯错、风险更低带来的积极后果，和前文是因果关系，引出后文，其中的This指代选项内容。故选C。 Maybe your child is moving to a new neighborhood or just entering middle or high school. 1 . These tips will help make the transition (过渡) a smooth one. Keep a positive focus As the first day draws near, begin talking to your child about her expectations, hopes, and worries about the upcoming school year. 2 . There is no need to be anxious and she can keep a positive mindset. Present school as a place where she’ll learn new things and make friends. 3 While you don’t want your child to take on too much, it’s important to encourage participation (参与) in one or two activities that interest them. Perhaps surprisingly, this strategy often leads to better grades. Research published in 2022 suggests participation in extracurriculars leads to positive health, behavioral, and academic (学业) outcomes for kids aged 12 to 15. Get enough sleep If your child has enjoyed a vacation of late nights and lazy mornings, getting up for school on the first day may be difficult. Help make this transition easier by starting the school-year sleep habit a week or two in advance. 4 . Get enough supplies Spend the week before the first day of school making sure you and your child know what school supplies are required. 5 . But if not, take it upon yourself to ask and then buy the necessities as early as possible. Note that high school students may require specialized tools for more advanced learning. A．Accompany younger kids B．Encourage extra-curricular participation C．Many schools provide a handy list for the lower grades D．Tell her that other children are having the same feelings E．Sleep plays a key role in strengthening learning and memory F．The first few weeks may be filled with anxiety as well as excitement G．Reading books together about school is a good way to remove fear about school 【答案】1．F 2．D 3．B 4．E 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了帮助孩子顺利过渡到新学校生活的几条实用建议。 1．由上文“Maybe your child is moving to a new neighborhood or just entering middle or high school.(也许你的孩子正要搬到一个新社区，或者刚进入初中或高中)”以及下文“These tips will help make the transition(过渡) a smooth one.(这些建议将帮助你顺利过渡)”可知，本空要说明孩子刚进入新环境的状态，F选项“The first few weeks may be filled with anxiety as well as excitement(最初的几周可能既充满焦虑又充满兴奋)”能承上启下，符合题意，该选项中的“anxiety”与下文“transition”相呼应，表示孩子面对新环境的复杂情绪。故选F。 2．由上文“As the first day draws near, begin talking to your child about her expectations, hopes, and worries about the upcoming school year.(随着开学第一天的临近，开始和你的孩子谈论她对即将到来的学年的期待、希望和担忧)”以及下文“There is no need to be anxious and she can keep a positive mindset.(没有必要焦虑，她可以保持积极的心态)”可知，本空要说明缓解孩子担忧的方法，D选项“Tell her that other children are having the same feelings(告诉她其他孩子也有同样的感受)”能承接上下文，符合题意，该选项中的“the same feelings”指代上文的“worries”，且与下文“no need to be anxious”相呼应，表示孩子的情绪是普遍的。故选D。 3．由下文“While you don’t want your child to take on too much, it’s important to encourage participation(参与) in one or two activities that interest them.(尽管你不想你的孩子承担太多，鼓励他们参加一两个感兴趣的活动是很重要的)”可知，本空是该段的主题句，B选项“Encourage extra-curricular participation(鼓励参加课外活动)”能概括段落内容，符合题意，该选项中的“extra-curricular participation”与下文“participation in one or two activities”相呼应，表示要鼓励孩子参与课外活动。故选B。 4．由上文“Help make this transition easier by starting the school-year sleep habit a week or two in advance.(提前一两周开始养成学年睡眠习惯，帮助让这个过渡更容易)”可知，本空要说明睡眠的重要性，E选项“Sleep plays a key role in strengthening learning and memory(睡眠在强化学习和记忆方面起着关键作用)”能承接上文，符合题意，该选项中的“Sleep”指代上文的“sleep habit”，表示睡眠对孩子的好处。故选E。 5．由上文“Spend the week before the first day of school making sure you and your child know what school supplies are required.(在开学前一周，确保你和你的孩子知道需要哪些学习用品)”以及下文“But if not, take it upon yourself to ask and then buy the necessities as early as possible.(但如果没有，你要主动询问，然后尽早购买必需品)”可知，本空要说明学校会提供学习用品清单的情况，C选项“Many schools provide a handy list for the lower grades(许多学校为低年级学生提供一份方便的清单)”能承上启下，符合题意，该选项中的“a handy list”指代上文的“what school supplies are required”，且与下文“if not”相呼应，表示学校是否提供清单的两种情况。故选C。 Paris is a perfect travel destination with its food, drinks, shop malls and sightseeing spots. But some people are worried about the high cost. 1 Forget the large international hotels in the centre. 2 There are many hotels just two blocks away from the main tourist attractions, which cost as little as US $35 a night each, including breakfast. The real surprise is living among French people and experiencing their life. Seek out small, local cafes when you want a meal. They are at every street corner in the less fancy parts of town. 3 Many have prices as low as US $9 or US $10. Drinks with meals are more expensive but there are some reasonable alternatives (替代). House wine is good: perhaps a couple of dollars per glass. Coffee, thick and lovely, costs US $2.50 a cup. That totals less than $15 per person for dinner and drinks. Getting around Paris is easy and inexpensive. 4 But when you start to tire, take the train. Subway tickets for anywhere across the city cost around a dollar a trip and even less if you buy a multiple-ticket book. The system is quick and efficient. All the maps and signposts are easy to understand. The tickets to Paris’ attractions are not costly. Passes can be bought at major subway stations and elsewhere. The Louvre is a must to visit without doubt. 5 You can’t miss the street architecture, the surrounding atmosphere and the daily goings-on in Paris. More importantly, they cost nothing or little to explore and experience. A．Instead, get off the main streets. B．The breakfast features a local flavor. C．Walking is the best way to feel the street-life. D．Quality wine and tasty food are hard to buy at low prices. E．Actually it is possible to have a good time without spending a lot. F．The Eiffel Tower gives a great view of the city for less than US $10. G．Choose from the fixed-price dinner menus posted outside these cafes. 【答案】1．E 2．A 3．G 4．C 5．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了低成本游玩巴黎，以及其饮食、住宿、交通等的建议。 1．根据空前“Paris is a perfect travel destination with its food, drinks, shop malls and sightseeing spots. But some people are worried about the high cost.(巴黎是一个完美的旅游目的地，有美食、美酒、购物中心和观光景点。但有些人担心费用高昂。)”可知，空前提出巴黎虽好，但花费高，下文给出具体省钱建议，E选项“Actually it is possible to have a good time without spending a lot. (实际上，不花很多钱也能玩得开心)”既回应了“高花费”的担忧，又引出下文的省钱方法，承上启下，符合语境。故选E项。 2．根据空前“Forget the large international hotels in the centre.(忘记市中心的大型国际酒店吧。)”可知，空前说明不要选择市中心的大型国际酒店，空处应承接上文，提出替代方案，A选项“Instead, get off the main streets. (相反，离开主干道)”与上文形成转折替代关系，并自然引出下文“There are many hotels just two blocks away from the main tourist attractions, which cost as little as US $35 a night each, including breakfast.(距离主要旅游景点仅两个街区的地方有很多酒店，每家每晚价格低至35美元，还包含早餐。)”对经济型住宿的介绍，符合语境。故选A项。 3．根据空前“Seek out small, local cafes when you want a meal. They are at every street corner in the less fancy parts of town.(当你想吃饭时，去找当地的小咖啡馆。在不太繁华的城镇地区，每个街角都有。)”可知，空前说明可以去找当地小咖啡馆吃饭，空后“Many have prices as low as US $9 or US $10.(许多价格低至 9 或 10 美元)”提到许多价格低至9或10美元，故空处应具体说明如何在这些餐馆点餐消费，G选项“Choose from the fixed-price dinner menus posted outside these cafes. (从这些咖啡馆外张贴的固定价格晚餐菜单中选择。)”与上下文逻辑连贯，解释了如何获得低价餐饮，符合语境。故选G项。 4．根据空前“Getting around Paris is easy and inexpensive.(在巴黎出行既方便又便宜)”可知，空前说明在巴黎出行的情况，空后“But when you start to tire, take the train.(但当你开始累了，就坐火车。)”说明累了可以坐火车，故空处应说明另一种出行方式，C选项“Walking is the best way to feel the street-life. (步行是感受街头生活的最佳方式)”与空后形成转折关系，符合语境。故选C项。 5．根据空前“The tickets to Paris’ attractions are not costly. Passes can be bought at major subway stations and elsewhere. The Louvre is a must to visit without doubts.(巴黎景点的门票并不贵。可以在主要地铁站和其他地方购买通票。卢浮宫无疑是一个必去之地。)”可知，空前说明巴黎景点门票不贵，且卢浮宫是必去之地，空处应举例说明其他景点，故F选项“The Eiffel Tower gives a great view of the city for less than US $10. (不到10美元，你就可以在埃菲尔铁塔上俯瞰整个城市。)”举例说明埃菲尔铁塔这个景点价格不贵且值得一去，与上文卢浮宫形成并列，符合语境。故选F项。 When your Home Becomes a Tourist Attraction Have you ever looked at a beautiful little new house in London and thought “It must be so amazing to live there”? 1 But for the people who actually do live in those homes, social media and phone cameras have changed what it means to live in a picturesque place. Alice Johnston has lived for a long time in Notting Hill, the London neighborhood famous for the beautifully-painted row houses and for being the setting of the movie of the same name. As a writer, Johnston has mixed feelings about her Instagram-beloved neighborhood. She lives on Portobello Road, one of the capital’s most famous streets. 2 Once, she and a friend were walking his bulldog when a tourist asked if she could “borrow” the dog for a quick photo. The friend and the dog agreed, so the person posed with the dog in front of a bright blue door and then handed over five pounds as a thank-you. In that story, everybody had a good time. 3 “I was once woken up at 6 a.m. on Easter Sunday by a French teenager taking pictures outside,” Johnston says. 4 Johnston, for example, tries to understand travelers coming to her hometown. She remembers how she loved taking pictures of historic neighborhoods in Paris, Rome and the like. In fact, she recently found photos of herself as a teenager hanging out at the Notting Hill Carnival years before she moved to London herself. 5 “I feel lucky that it’s cool enough that people want to come where I live.” A．If so, you’re not alone. B．But there can be a darker side. C．And she has seen all kinds of actions people take to get a perfect picture. D．For her, nothing beats the pleasure to see so many people excited about it. E．However, when private homes become tourist attractions, quarrels can happen. F．As a travel lover, she has become pretty understanding when seeing the crowds again. G．Living in a much-photographed place, some people learn to take the good with the bad. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．F 5．D 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章讲述伦敦诺丁山因美景和电影成为网红打卡地，居民约翰斯顿见证游客拍照的好坏经历，作为旅行者她表示理解且感幸运。 1．根据上文“Have you ever looked at a beautiful little new house in London and thought “It must be so amazing to live there?”?(你是否曾看到过伦敦一座漂亮的新住宅，然后心里想着：“住在那里一定非常棒吧？”)”可知，前文提出“是否曾羡慕伦敦美景住宅”的疑问，A项“If so, you’re not alone(如果是这样，你并不孤单)”承接疑问，引出“很多人有同感”，自然过渡到下文居民的实际生活状况。故选A。 2．根据后文“Once, she and a friend were walking his bulldog when a tourist asked if she could “borrow” the dog for a quick photo. The friend and the dog agreed, so the person posed with the dog in front of a bright blue door and then handed over five pounds as a thank-you. In that story, everybody had a good time.(有一次，她和一位朋友正带着他们的斗牛犬散步，这时一位游客问她能否“借用”这只狗来拍一张快照。朋友和狗都同意了，于是那人与这只狗一起站在一扇亮蓝色的门前摆好姿势，然后给了五英镑作为感谢。在这件事中，每个人都玩得很开心)”可知，后文通过“游客借狗拍照”的具体例子，说明游客为拍照的各种行为，C项“And she has seen all kinds of actions people take to get a perfect picture(她见过人们为拍完美照片所做的各种举动)”总领下文，衔接自然。故选C。 3．根据上文“Once, she and a friend were walking his bulldog when a tourist asked if she could “borrow” the dog for a quick photo. The friend and the dog agreed, so the person posed with the dog in front of a bright blue door and then handed over five pounds as a thank-you. In that story, everybody had a good time.(有一次，她和一位朋友正带着他们的斗牛犬散步，这时一位游客问她能否“借用”这只狗来拍一张快照。朋友和狗都同意了，于是那人与这只狗一起站在一扇亮蓝色的门前摆好姿势，然后给了五英镑作为感谢。在这件事中，每个人都玩得很开心)”以及后文““I was once woken up at 6 a.m. on Easter Sunday by a French teenager taking pictures outside,” Johnston says.(约翰斯顿说：“复活节周日早上六点，我被一个法国少年在窗外拍摄的画面吵醒了。”)”可知，前文讲述“借狗拍照”的愉快经历，后文转而描述“复活节清晨被游客拍照吵醒” 的困扰，B 项 “But there can be a darker side(但也可能有不好的一面)”起到转折作用，引出负面情况。故选B。 4．根据后文“Johnston, for example, tries to understand travelers coming to her hometown. She remembers how she loved taking pictures of historic neighborhoods in Paris, Rome and the like. In fact, she recently found photos of herself as a teenager hanging out at the Notting Hill Carnival years before she moved to London herself.(例如，约翰斯顿试图去了解来到她家乡的游客们。她还记得自己曾多么喜欢拍摄巴黎、罗马等地的历史街区的照片。事实上，她最近发现了一些自己十几岁时在诺丁山狂欢节上闲逛的照片，而那时她自己还未搬到伦敦)”可知，后文提到Johnston“理解前来家乡的游客”，并回忆自己年轻时在各地拍照的经历，F项“As a travel lover, she has become pretty understanding when seeing the crowds again(作为旅行爱好者，再次看到人群时她变得相当理解)”点明她的身份和态度，为下文的理解提供依据。故选F。 5．根据上文“Johnston, for example, tries to understand travelers coming to her hometown. She remembers how she loved taking pictures of historic neighborhoods in Paris, Rome and the like. In fact, she recently found photos of herself as a teenager hanging out at the Notting Hill Carnival years before she moved to London herself.(例如，约翰斯顿试图去了解来到她家乡的游客们。她还记得自己曾多么喜欢拍摄巴黎、罗马等地的历史街区的照片。事实上，她最近发现了一些自己十几岁时在诺丁山狂欢节上闲逛的照片，而那时她自己还未搬到伦敦)”以及后文“I feel lucky that it’s cool enough that people want to come where I live.(我很庆幸这里气候宜人，以至于人们愿意来到我生活的这个地方)”可知，前文讲述她理解游客，结尾表达“自己住的地方受欢迎是种幸运”，D项 “For her, nothing beats the pleasure to see so many people excited about it(对她来说，没有什么比看到这么多人为此兴奋更快乐的了)”呼应前文的理解，升华“感到幸运”的情感，收尾自然。故选D。 Workout fads (狂热) come and go, but virtually no other exercise program is as lasting as yoga (瑜伽). It originated from India and it’s been around for more than 5,000 years. 1 2 Yoga does more than burn calories and tone muscles. It’s a total mind-body workout that combines strengthening and stretching poses with deep breathing and meditation or relaxation. Research shows yoga can help manage stress, improve mood, and enhance the quality of sleep. In addition, yoga has been shown to increase flexibility, improve balance and increase strength. 3 All these types, from the peaceful hatha to the high-intensity power yoga, take your workout to a level of mind-body connection. People of all ages and fitness levels can do the most basic yoga poses and stretches. You can do yoga anywhere, indoors or out. You’ll need to use a yoga mat to keep you from sliding around in standing poses, and to cushion you while in seated and lying positions. 4 It includes a yoga ball for balance, a yoga block or two, and straps to help you reach for your feet or link your hands behind your back. Even though there are many instructional books and DVDs on yoga, it is well worth it to invest in some classes with a good instructor who can show you how to do the postures. But if you don’t live near a studio, or you’re the on-the-go type who struggles to make time for a regular class, doing yoga at home can help you fit the practice into your life. 5 Simply choose the time and the length of the session that works for you, and get your “om” on at home. A．Other optional equipment may also be needed. B．There are more than 100 different forms of yoga. C．Now it is a popular practice throughout the world. D．These diverse benefits partly explain yoga’s global popularity. E．Therefore, finding a qualified instructor is highly recommended. F．Yoga has long been praised for its physical and spiritual benefits. G．You don’t have to wait for a specific class time or commit to a class. 【答案】1．C 2．F 3．B 4．A 5．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了瑜伽的悠久历史与全球普及性，详细阐述了其对身心的双重益处、种类的多样性、所需的装备以及给练习者的实用建议，强调了其作为一项身心练习的独特价值。 1．空格位于第一段末尾。前文“It originated from India and it’s been around for more than 5,000 years. (它起源于印度，已经存在了5000多年。)”介绍瑜伽的起源地和悠久历史；下文开始详细说明瑜伽的各种好处。选项C“Now it is a popular practice throughout the world.(如今它已成为一项风靡全球的运动)”完美承接“悠久历史”，并引出后文它为何如此受欢迎的原因，起到过渡作用。故选C。 2．空格位于第二段段首，应为该段主旨句。后文“Yoga does more than burn calories and tone muscles. It’s a total mind-body workout that combines strengthening and stretching poses with deep breathing and meditation or relaxation. Research shows yoga can help manage stress, improve mood, and enhance the quality of sleep. In addition, yoga has been shown to increase flexibility, improve balance and increase strength.(瑜伽不仅仅是燃烧卡路里和增强肌肉。这是一种全面的身心锻炼，结合了强化和伸展姿势，深呼吸，冥想或放松。研究表明，瑜伽可以帮助管理压力，改善情绪，提高睡眠质量。此外，瑜伽已被证明可以增加柔韧性，改善平衡和增强力量。)”详细列举了瑜伽的诸多好处，如燃烧卡路里、塑造肌肉、管理压力、改善情绪、提高睡眠质量、增加柔韧性等。选项F“Yoga has long been praised for its physical and spiritual benefits.(瑜伽长期以来因其对身体和精神的益处而备受赞誉)”全面概括了本段主旨，指出瑜伽对身心有益，引出后文对益处的详细阐述。故选F。 3．根据后文“All these types, from the peaceful hatha to the high-intensity power yoga, take your workout to a level of mind-body connection.(从舒缓的哈他瑜伽到高强度的力量瑜伽，这些不同类型的瑜伽，都能将你的锻炼提升至身心联结的境界。)”中的“All these types”可知，空处应说到瑜伽的类型，选项B“There are more than 100 different forms of yoga.(瑜伽有一百多种不同的形式)”指出有100多种不同类型的瑜伽，与后文形成紧密衔接，后文中的“All these types”指代选项中的“more than 100 different forms of yoga”。故选B。 4．前文“You’ll need to use a yoga mat to keep you from sliding around in standing poses, and to cushion you while in seated and lying positions.(你需要一个瑜伽垫来防止你站着的姿势滑动，当你坐着和躺着的时候，你需要一个垫子来缓冲。)”指出练习瑜伽时需要一张瑜伽垫，这是必备的装备；后文“It includes a yoga ball for balance, a yoga block or two, and straps to help you reach for your feet or link your hands behind your back.(它包括一个保持平衡的瑜伽球，一两块瑜伽砖，以及能帮你够到双脚或在背后完成双手相扣动作的伸展带。)”列举了练习瑜伽的一些其他装备。选项A“Other optional equipment may also be needed.(可能还需要其他可选装备)”中的“Other optional equipment”完美衔接了前文的“yoga mat”，引出后文对具体额外装备的列举。后文中“It”指代选项中“Other optional equipment”。故选A。 5．前文“But if you don’t live near a studio, or you’re the on-the-go type who struggles to make time for a regular class, doing yoga at home can help you fit the practice into your life.(不过，如果你住的地方离瑜伽馆很远，或是你属于那种日程繁忙、很难抽出固定时间去上课的人，在家练习瑜伽也能让你把这项运动融入日常生活。) ”讨论在家练习瑜伽的便利性；选项G“You don’t have to wait for a specific class time or commit to a class.(你不必等待特定的课程时间或非要上课)”具体解释了在家练习如何带来“便利”和“灵活性”，是对前文观点的最好例证和总结。选项E是强干扰项，它表达的是“找教练”的建议，与本段后半部分“在家练习”的核心思想相悖。故选G。 How to Keep an Active Lifestyle as a Teenager With schoolwork and after-school tasks filling your time, exercise is easy to skip. But staying active is good for your body, makes you feel happy and helps you focus better on study. Here are simple ways to add more movement to your days. 1 Instead of taking the bus, getting a parent’s ride or using apps, walk or bike to school. This adds an easy exercise without extra time. You can also get off the bus one stop early and walk the rest-soon it’ll become a usual thing. Many schools have sports teams like soccer, basketball or track. Joining them lets you stay active and make friends. Join a sports team or try a non-competitive club. For example, yoga clubs help you move more easily, dance clubs make your heart beat faster, and hiking clubs let you enjoy nature while moving. 2 Screen time takes up much of teens’ lives — looking through phone pages, playing games or watching videos. 3 Even 15 minutes of activity, like jumping jacks or playing catch with family, is better than sitting. You can also follow a short online exercise video to use screens in an active way. Planning active trips with friends helps too. 4 Laughing and talking makes exercise feel like fun, not work. Try rollerblading, playing basketball in the park or walking in the mall together. Don’t change too much all at once — it will make you tired out. Start with small things: walk to school once a week or do 10-minute exercises. Add more as you get used to these habits. 5 The most important thing is to make exercise something you look forward to, not a boring task. A．Exercising with friends makes it more fun. B．Walk or bike to school for daily movement. C．Turn screen time into time for physical activity. D．Eat healthy food to support your active lifestyle. E．These are just as good for exercise but more relaxing. F．Start small with easy daily changes to build a lasting active habit. G．Study hard to keep a good balance between schoolwork and daily exercise. 【答案】1．B 2．E 3．C 4．A 5．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了青少年保持积极生活方式的简单方法，包括步行或骑自行车上学、参加体育队或非竞技俱乐部、将屏幕时间转化为体育活动时间等。 1．下文“Instead of taking the bus, getting a parent’s ride or using apps, walk or bike to school. This adds an easy exercise without extra time. (与其乘坐公交车、让家长接送或使用打车软件，不如步行或骑车上学。这种方式无需额外时间，就能轻松增加运动量)”建议步行或骑车上学，B选项“Walk or bike to school for daily movement.(为了日常运动步行或骑自行车上学)”引出下文关于步行或骑自行车上学的具体介绍，是段首主题句。故选B项。 2．上文“Join a sports team or try a non-competitive club. For example, yoga clubs help you move more easily, dance clubs make your heart beat faster, and hiking clubs let you enjoy nature while moving.(加入一个运动队或尝试一个非竞技俱乐部。例如，瑜伽俱乐部帮助你更容易地移动，舞蹈俱乐部让你的心跳更快，徒步俱乐部让你在移动的同时享受大自然)”介绍了加入不同俱乐部的好处，E选项“These are just as good for exercise but more relaxing.(这些运动方式锻炼效果同样出色，却更令人放松)”中“These”指代上文提到的瑜伽俱乐部、舞蹈俱乐部、徒步俱乐部等非竞技俱乐部，且“as good for exercise but more relaxing”与上文内容相呼应，解释了这些俱乐部的优点。故选E项。 3．上文“Screen time takes up much of teens’ lives — looking through phone pages, playing games or watching videos.(屏幕时间占据了青少年生活的大部分——浏览手机页面、玩游戏或看视频)”指出屏幕时间过多的问题，C选项“Turn screen time into time for physical activity.(把屏幕时间变成体育活动时间)”提出解决办法，即把屏幕时间转化为体育活动时间，下文“Even 15 minutes of activity, like jumping jacks or playing catch with family, is better than sitting.(即使是15分钟的活动，比如开合跳或和家人玩接球游戏，也比坐着要好)”就体育活动内容提出具体建议，上下文逻辑连贯。故选C项。 4．上文“Planning active trips with friends helps too.(和朋友一起计划积极的出行也有帮助)”提到和朋友一起计划积极的出行，A选项“Exercising with friends makes it more fun.(和朋友一起锻炼会更有趣)”承接上文，指出如果计划一起锻炼会更有趣，引出下文“Laughing and talking makes exercise feel like fun, not work. Try rollerblading, playing basketball in the park or walking in the mall together.(谈笑间运动便如游戏般轻松有趣，而非负担。不妨尝试一起溜旱冰、在公园打篮球，或是结伴逛商场步行)”和朋友出行的具体建议，上下文逻辑连贯。故选A项。 5．上文“Don’t change too much all at once — it will make you tired out. Start with small things: walk to school once a week or do 10-minute exercises. Add more as you get used to these habits.(不要一下子改变太多——这会让你筋疲力尽。从小事做起：每周步行上学一次或做10分钟的运动。当你习惯了这些习惯后，再增加更多)”强调要从小事做起，逐渐养成积极的习惯，F选项“Start small with easy daily changes to build a lasting active habit.(从小处做起，每天做一些简单的改变，养成持久的积极习惯)”总结了上文内容，与上文话题一致，是对上文的总结和升华。故选F项。 Natural disasters can strike at any time, and schools are no exception. Here are some steps for students to take to survive when a natural disaster hits schools. Prepare an emergency kit. 1 It should include necessary items such as a flashlight, batteries, a first-aid kit, water, and non-perishable (不易腐坏的) food. Keeping this kit at hand can ensure students are always prepared. Practice regular drills (演习). Regular disaster drills are just as important as fire drills. 2 Schools should conduct such drills regularly to ensure that students know what to do when a real disaster occurs, which will help students react quickly and minimize the risk. Recognise safe areas. Knowing where safe zones are in the school can be a lifesaver. When a disaster hits, students should quickly head to the nearest safe area that can provide the best protection. Examples include hallways, under desks, or designated shelter areas. 3 Understand the risk types. Different areas may face different types of natural disasters. For example, coastal areas are more likely to experience hurricanes, and landslides are a main danger in mountainous areas. 4 By learning specific knowledge, they can take appropriate action during a disaster. 5 Students should stay calm and take immediate action based on different situations. For example, during a tornado, they should move to the lowest floor of the building and take cover under stable furniture. In the event of a flood, students should move to higher grounds. Earthquakes require us to drop to the ground, take cover under a table, and hold on until the shake stops. A．Offer immediate care. B．Take action in different situations. C．Schools should check on all students and workers. D．Every student should have a personal emergency kit. E．These areas should be decided in advance within the school. F．They help students learn what to do in real emergency situations. G．So schools should teach students knowledge about the specific type of disaster in their local area. 【答案】1．D 2．F 3．E 4．G 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍自然灾害来袭时，学生在校园中自救逃生的几项实用措施。 1．根据上文“Prepare an emergency kit. (准备一个应急包。)”以及下文“It should include necessary items such as a flashlight, batteries, a first-aid kit, water, and non-perishable food. (它应该包括手电筒、电池、急救包、水和不易腐坏的食物等必需品。)”可知，此处应衔接 “准备应急包” 的核心，明确应急包的归属，D选项“Every student should have a personal emergency kit. (每个学生都应该有一个个人应急包。)”中的personal emergency kit既呼应上文的emergency kit，又为下文的It（指代应急包）提供指代对象，符合语境。故选D项。 2．根据上文“Practice regular drills. Regular disaster drills are just as important as fire drills. (定期进行演习。定期的灾难演习和消防演习同样重要。)”以及下文“Schools should conduct such drills regularly to ensure that students know what to do when a real disaster occurs. (学校应定期开展此类演习，以确保学生在真正的灾难发生时知道该怎么做。)”可知，此处应说明定期演习的作用，F选项“They help students learn what to do in real emergency situations. (它们帮助学生学习在真实的紧急情况下该做什么。)”中的They指代上文的Regular disaster drills，且learn what to do in real emergency situations与下文know what to do when a real disaster occurs相呼应，符合语境。故选F项。 3．根据上文“Recognise safe areas. Knowing where safe zones are in the school can be a lifesaver. When a disaster hits, students should quickly head to the nearest safe area that can provide the best protection. Examples include hallways, under desks, or designated shelter areas. (识别安全区域。知道学校里的安全区域在哪里可以帮上大忙。当灾难发生时，学生应该迅速前往最近的安全区域，以提供最好的保护。例如走廊、桌子下面或指定的遮蔽区域。)”可知，此处应围绕“安全区域”补充说明，E选项“These areas should be decided in advance within the school. (这些区域应在学校内提前确定。)”中的These areas指代上文的hallways, under desks, or designated shelter areas，且decided in advance进一步完善安全区域的相关要求，符合语境。故选E项。 4．根据上文“Understand the risk types. Different areas may face different types of natural disasters. For example, coastal areas are more likely to experience hurricanes, and landslides are a main danger in mountainous areas. (了解风险类型。不同的地区可能面临不同类型的自然灾害。例如，沿海地区更容易经历飓风，而山体滑坡是山区的主要危险。)”以及下文“By learning specific knowledge, they can take appropriate action during a disaster. (通过学习具体知识，他们可以在灾难发生时采取适当的行动。)”可知，此处应衔接“不同地区灾害类型不同”，提出学校的应对措施，G选项“So schools should teach students knowledge about the specific type of disaster in their local area. (因此学校应该教学生关于当地特定灾害类型的知识。)”中的specific type of disaster in their local area呼应上文Different areas may face different types of natural disasters，且teach students knowledge与下文learning specific knowledge相衔接，符合语境。故选G项。 5．根据下文“Students should stay calm and take immediate action based on different situations. For example, during a tornado, they should move to the lowest floor of the building and take cover under stable furniture. In the event of a flood, students should move to higher grounds. Earthquakes require us to drop to the ground, take cover under a table, and hold on until the shake stops. (学生应保持冷静，根据不同情况立即采取行动。例如，在龙卷风期间，他们应该移动到建筑物的最低层，并躲在稳定的家具下。万一发生洪水，学生们应该搬到地势较高的地方去。地震需要我们蹲下到地上，躲在桌子下面，坚持到震动停止。)”可知，此处应概括本段核心 —— 根据不同情况采取行动，B选项“Take action in different situations. (根据不同情况采取行动。)”既总领下文内容，又与下文take immediate action based on different situations直接呼应，符合语境。故选B项。 Typhoons (台风) are powerful natural disasters that bring strong winds, heavy rains, and storm waves, often causing big damage. But if we follow a clear plan — prepare early, protect well, and act wisely — we can keep ourselves safe and cut down losses a lot. 1 . Keep an eye on warnings 2 . Notice color-coded (颜色编码的) warnings (like red for the most extreme weather) in them and follow their guidance. Share warnings with family too, so everyone stays informed and ready to act fast if needed. 3 You’ll need basic supplies to get through the typhoon. Prepare at least three days’ worth of drinking water and non-spoiled food (like biscuits, canned food). Also pack a small emergency bag with: a flashlight, a power bank, common medicines, waterproof tape, a whistle, and some cash. Strengthen your home’s doors and windows Your house protects you from typhoons — keep it strong! Before the typhoon, check if your doors and windows are strong. And don’t forget the outside: bring in flower planters, clothes hangers, or even your bike. 4 . Stay away from dangerous places During a typhoon, your safety comes first. Never hang out outside, by windows, under billboards, near big trees, or by rivers. 5 . You can’t tell how deep the water is, and your car might get swept away. A．Prepare some food and water B．Store up emergency materials C．You must warn others of the danger D．Here are some key tips for you to remember E．And don’t try to drive through flooded roads F．Check official weather apps or local radio regularly G．If left outside, they might be blown away and hurt someone 【答案】1．D 2．F 3．B 4．G 5．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了在台风来临时，为了保障安全、减少损失，人们应该遵循的关键应对措施，包括关注预警、储备物资、加固门窗和避开危险区域。 1．上文“But if we follow a clear plan — prepare early, protect well, and act wisely — we can keep ourselves safe and cut down losses a lot. (但是，如果我们遵循一个清晰的计划——早准备、保护好、明智行动——我们就能保护自己的安全并大幅减少损失)”提出了遵循计划应对台风的重要性，概括了行动的总体原则。下文开始分条列举具体的行动建议。D选项“Here are some key tips for you to remember (这里有一些你需要记住的关键提示)”承上启下，既总结了上文“清晰的计划”需要具体化为“关键提示”，也自然引出了下文将要展开的各个分点建议。D选项是典型的过渡句，用于引出下文列表。故选D项。 2．小标题“Keep an eye on warnings (关注预警)”指明了本段的主题。下文“Notice color-coded (颜色编码的) warnings (like red for the most extreme weather) in them and follow their guidance. (注意其中颜色编码的预警(如红色代表最极端的天气)并遵循其指导)”和“Share warnings with family too... (也要与家人分享预警……)”具体说明了如何处理预警信息。F选项“Check official weather apps or local radio regularly (定期查看官方天气应用或收听地方广播)”位于段首，具体说明了“关注预警”的行动方式，即通过哪些渠道去获取预警信息。下文的“in them”中的“them”正是指代F选项中的“official weather apps or local radio”这些渠道。上下文形成“方法(查看渠道)-具体行动(注意并分享信息)”的逻辑关系。故选F项。 3．下文“You’ll need basic supplies to get through the typhoon. Prepare at least three days’ worth of drinking water and non-spoiled food (like biscuits, canned food). Also pack a small emergency bag with: a flashlight, a power bank, common medicines, waterproof tape, a whistle, and some cash. (你将需要基本物资来度过台风。准备至少三天量的饮用水和不易变质的食物(如饼干、罐头食品)。还要打包一个小的应急包，里面装有：手电筒、充电宝、常用药品、防水胶带、哨子和一些现金)”详细列举了需要准备的物资清单。B选项“Store up emergency materials (储备应急物资)”概括了下文内容，点明了本段的主题，即准备并储存应急物资。选项中的“emergency materials”与下文详述的各种物资完全对应，是典型的小标题。故选B项。 4．上文“Before the typhoon, check if your doors and windows are strong. And don’t forget the outside: bring in flower planters, clothes hangers, or even your bike. (在台风前，检查你的门窗是否牢固。别忘了屋外的东西：把花盆、衣架、甚至你的自行车搬进来)”讲述了加固门窗和将室外物品搬入室内的重要性。G选项“If left outside, they might be blown away and hurt someone (如果留在外面，它们可能会被吹走并伤害到人)”承接上文，解释了为什么必须将“flower planters, clothes hangers, or even your bike”这些物品搬进来的原因，即它们可能变成危险的飞掷物。句中的“they”指代上文提到的那些室外物品，“If left outside”则与上文的“bring in”形成条件与结果的对比。故选G项。 5．上文“During a typhoon, your safety comes first. Never hang out outside, by windows, under billboards, near big trees, or by rivers. (台风期间，你的安全是第一位的。切勿在外面、窗边、广告牌下、大树附近或河边逗留)”列举了台风期间需要避开的几类危险地点。E选项“And don’t try to drive through flooded roads (并且不要试图开车通过被淹没的道路)”与上文构成并列关系，通过“And”连接，补充了另一个极端危险的行为——涉水驾车，进一步丰富了“远离危险”这一主题下的具体警告。上下文列举的危险情况共同构成了完整的避险指南。故选E项。 Mastering new knowledge can take a lot of time and effort, but what do you do if you need to learn something quickly? Here are useful ways for you. Take handwritten notes. You’re more likely to remember something you’ve written down. It helps you gain information better the first time you learn it, so you don’t have to review it over and over again in the future. The process of writing your notes helps you learn things faster. 1 Explain information to someone else. As you study the information yourself, try to think about how you would teach it to a friend. 2 What main points would you stress? What key facts and definitions would you include? Research suggests that it’s beneficial to study with the expectation of teaching the information to someone else. Read things out as much as you can. 3 If you’ re studying from a book, an online source, or your notes, read important keywords aloud to lock them into your memory. Since you’ re continually speaking, the information stands out better in your long-term memory. 4 By doing it, you can know what topic to revise. Make a note of what you have trouble remembering. Then you can go back and practice it some more. That way, you aren’t wasting time focusing on things you’ve known well. You can test yourself on a textbook chapter. 5 You can also find many practice tests online for the subject you’ re studying. A．Try self-testing. B．Avoid new topics. C．Before it, consider some details. D．Or summarize the knowledge in your own words. E．Rereading cuts down on learning and review time. F．It also leaves you with important knowledge to revise. G．Maybe your friend is ready to listen to your explanation. 【答案】1．F 2．C 3．E 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了快速学习新知识的方法，包括手写笔记，帮助首次获取信息且便于复习；向他人解释知识；大声朗读；自我测试，明确复习内容，还可在线找测试题。 1．上文“Take handwritten notes. You’ re more likely to remember something you’ve written down. It helps you gain information better the first time you learn it, so you don’t have to review it over and over again in the future. The process of writing your notes helps you learn things faster.(做手写笔记。你更有可能记住你写下来的东西。它帮助你在第一次学习时更好地获取信息，这样你以后就不必一遍又一遍地复习了。写笔记的过程有助于你更快地学习东西。)”说明了做手写笔记的好处，即有助于更快地学习东西；F选项“It also leaves you with important knowledge to revise.(它还能给你留下重要的知识来复习。)”进一步说明了做手写笔记的另一个好处——留下重要知识供复习，与上文内容衔接紧密，符合题意。故选F。 2．上文“Explain information to someone else. As you study the information yourself, try to think about how you would teach it to a friend.(向别人解释信息。当你自己学习这些信息时，试着想想你会如何把它们教给朋友。)”说明了要向别人解释信息，并思考如何教给朋友；C选项“Before it, consider some details.(在此之前，考虑一些细节。)”中的“it”指代上文中的“teach it to a friend”，说明了在教给朋友之前要考虑一些细节，如下文提到的“What main points would you stress? What key facts and definitions would you include?(你会强调哪些要点？你会包括哪些关键事实和定义？)”，符合题意。故选C。 3．下文“If you’ re studying from a book, an online source, or your notes, read important keywords aloud to lock them into your memory. Since you’ re continually speaking, the information stands out better in your long-term memory.(如果你正在从书本、网络资源或笔记中学习，大声朗读重要的关键词，将它们锁入你的记忆中。因为你一直在说话，所以这些信息在你的长期记忆中会更加突出。)”说明了大声朗读重要关键词有助于记忆；E选项“Rereading cuts down on learning and review time.(重读可以减少学习和复习的时间。)”说明了一种有效的学习方法，符合题意。且此空位于段首，应总领下文，下文是具体说明朗读这一重复阅读的方式的好处。故选E。 4．下文“By doing it, you can know what topic to revise. Make a note of what you have trouble remembering. Then you can go back and practice it some more. That way, you aren’t wasting time focusing on things you’ve known well.(通过这样做，你可以知道要复习什么主题。记下你记不住的内容。然后你可以回去再多练习一下。这样，你就不会浪费时间在你已经很熟悉的事情上。)”说明了通过某种方式可以知道要复习什么，并避免浪费时间在已熟悉的内容上；A选项“Try self-testing.(尝试自我测试。)”与下文内容相呼应，自我测试可以让你知道哪些内容需要复习，并记下记不住的内容，符合题意。故选A。 5．上文“You can test yourself on a textbook chapter.(你可以对自己进行课本章节的测试。)”说明了可以对自己进行课本章节的测试；D选项“Or summarize the knowledge in your own words.(或者用自己的话总结知识。)”与上文中的“test yourself”相呼应，提出了另一种自我测试的方式，即用自己的话总结知识，符合题意。故选D。 Do you want to learn how to speak English well? Read on for some suggestions that will help you speak English more fluently (流利地), in less time. Accept that English grammar has a lot of exceptions. Sometimes, you can find patterns (模式) in English grammar, but other times English doesn’t make sense at all. For example, why is “mice” the plural (复数) of “mouse,” but “houses” is the plural of “house”? 1 The best thing to do is just remember the strange exceptions and move on. Focus on whole phrases (短语) instead of single words. Speaking English fluently means being able to express your thoughts, feelings and ideas. 2 You’ll find that English is more useful in your everyday life if you study whole phrases, rather than just vocabulary and verbs. Learn some English slang (俚语). It can be helpful to know English slang words and phrases so that you can “stay modern” and understand modern English speech. 3 Knowing slang can improve real English fluency because it can let you follow along with the kinds of conversations that happen today. 4 Stop thinking of yourself as someone who is learning English, and start thinking of yourself as someone who speaks English. This also means you need to start thinking in English. If you want to say the word “apple” in English, for example, you probably think of the word in your native language first, and then try to think of the correct word in English. 5 A．Pay attention to the sounds native speakers use. B．Think directly in English instead of translating. C．Slang is always present, so you can’t avoid seeing it. D．Unluckily, there are many exceptions to English rules. E．To avoid the same mistakes, you must learn from them. F．Your goal is to speak English in full sentences, so learn it in full sentences. G．Instead, try imagining a picture of an apple, and then think of the word “apple.” 【答案】1．D 2．F 3．C 4．B 5．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了几个帮助读者更流利、更快速地说英语的建议。 1．根据上文“Sometimes, you can find patterns (模式) in English grammar, but other times English doesn’t make sense at all.(有时，你可以在英语语法中找到模式，但其他时候英语根本讲不通。)”和下文“The best thing to do is just remember the strange exceptions and move on.(最好的办法就是记住这些奇怪的例外，然后继续前进。)”可知，空处应该是在说英语语法有很多例外，D选项“不幸的是，英语规则有很多例外”符合语境，选项中的“exceptions”与上文的“exceptions”相呼应，选项中的“Unluckily”与下文的“strange”相呼应。故选D。 2．根据上文“Speaking English fluently means being able to express your thoughts, feelings and ideas.(流利地说英语意味着能够表达你的想法、感受和观点。)”和下文“You’ll find that English is more useful in your everyday life if you study whole phrases, rather than just vocabulary and verbs.(如果你学习整个短语，而不仅仅是词汇和动词，你会发现英语在你的日常生活中更有用。)”可知，空处应该是在说学习完整的句子来流利地说英语，F选项“你的目标是用完整的句子说英语，所以要用完整的句子来学习”符合语境，选项中的“speak English in full sentences”与上文的“express your thoughts, feelings and ideas”相呼应，选项中的“learn it in full sentences”与下文的“study whole phrases”相呼应。故选F。 3．根据上文“It can be helpful to know English slang words and phrases so that you can “stay modern” and understand modern English speech.(了解英语俚语和短语是很有帮助的，这样你就可以“保持现代”并理解现代英语演讲。)”和下文“Knowing slang can improve real English fluency because it can let you follow along with the kinds of conversations that happen today.(了解俚语可以提高真正的英语流利度，因为它可以让你跟上今天发生的各种对话。)”可知，空处应该是在说俚语很常见，C选项“俚语总是存在的，所以你无法避免看到它”符合语境，选项中的“Slang is always present”与上文的“stay modern”和下文的“the kinds of conversations that happen today”相呼应。故选C。 4．空格处是本段的小标题，根据下文“Stop thinking of yourself as someone who is learning English, and start thinking of yourself as someone who speaks English. This also means you need to start thinking in English.(别再把自己当成一个正在学英语的人，要开始把自己看作一个说英语的人。这也意味着你需要开始用英语思考。)”可知，本段主要讲述的是不要把自己当作一个正在学习英语的人，而是要把自己当作一个说英语的人，即直接用英语思考，而不是翻译，B选项“直接用英语思考，而不是翻译”符合语境，选项中的“Think directly in English”与下文的“start thinking in English”相呼应。故选B。 5．根据上文“If you want to say the word “apple” in English, for example, you probably think of the word in your native language first, and then try to think of the correct word in English.(例如，如果你想用英语说“apple”这个词，你可能会先想到你母语中的这个词，然后再试着想出正确的英语单词。)”可知，空处应该是在说另一种用英语思考的方法，G选项“相反，试着想象一个苹果的图片，然后想到“apple”这个词”符合语境，选项中的“imagining a picture of an apple”与上文的“think of the word in your native language”形成对比，选项中的“think of the word  “apple””与上文的“think of the correct word in English”相呼应。故选G。 How to Overcome the Harmful Habit of Judging Ah, punctuality — the art of being precisely on time. It’s a concept so deeply rooted in some cultures that even being a minute late can cause a small-scale panic attack. 1 Let’s examine whether punctuality is the defining feature of a superior society or merely another subjective construct. Each part of the world has a unique relationship with time, enriching the fabric of global culture. In Japan, for example, you’re always expected to arrive on time, and preferably a few minutes early. 2 Tough luck, but the next one will be there precisely on the dot. In contrast, the Philippines has a more relaxed approach to time. If someone says 3 o’clock, arriving around 3:30 is common and expected. This isn’t laziness, but a cultural preference for living in the moment. But does being punctual make a culture more advanced? The Swiss are celebrated for their precision and punctuality, often cited as a perfect example of efficiency. Their trains run on time, their watches are the gold standard. 3 And Switzerland is often ranked as one of the most developed and happiest countries in the world, but let’s wait a bit to conclude. Consider the case of Brazil, where “Brazilian time” is a well-known concept. 4 If you attend a party at the specified time, you’ll likely find the host still in their bathrobe. Many Brazilians have a laid-back approach to life.They don’t sweat the small stuff like running five minutes late because they’re busy enjoying life. Many live by the motto, “Tudo bem,” which means “It’s all good.” Honestly, they seem to be onto something. So, is punctuality essential? It depends on what cultures you are in. Whether you’re a stickler for punctuality or more laid-back, what truly matters is how you spend your time. 5 Let’s try to find that middle ground where we can respect others’ time while embracing the joy of living in the moment. Ultimately, time is just a construct, and life is too short to stress about being late. A．Miss a train by a minute? B．Punctuality is timeless art. C．But is punctuality essential? D．In this context, punctuality is flexible. E．You could set your clock by their daily routines. F．There, being late is not only accepted but expected. G．Are you enjoying the journey or constantly watching the clock? 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．E 4．F 5．G 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讨论了守时这一习惯是否为衡量一个社会优越性的标准，指出不同文化对守时的看法不同，重要的是如何利用时间。 1．上文“It’s a concept so deeply rooted in some cultures that even being a minute late can cause a small-scale panic attack.(守时这一概念在某些文化中根深蒂固，以至于哪怕迟到一分钟都可能引发一场小规模的恐慌)”强调了守时在部分文化中的重要性。空处需要承接前文，引发下文对“守时是否是优越社会的标志或主观建构”的探讨，与前文为转折设问关系，起到承上启下的作用。C项“但守时真的必不可少吗？”中的But体现转折，“is punctuality essential”直接呼应下文的核心探讨，符合语境。故选C。 2．上文“In Japan, for example, you’re always expected to arrive on time, and preferably a few minutes early.(例如，在日本，人们总是被要求准时到达，最好还能提前几分钟)”说明了日本对守时的严格要求。空后“Tough luck, but the next one will be there precisely on the dot.(运气不好，但下一班列车会准点到达)”提到了“下一班列车”，可推断空处与“错过列车”相关。A项“迟到一分钟错过列车？”以设问形式衔接前文的守时要求，引出后文关于列车准点的内容，空处与前文为顺接假设关系，符合逻辑。故选A。 3．上文“The Swiss are celebrated for their precision and punctuality, often cited as a perfect example of efficiency. Their trains run on time, their watches are the gold standard.(瑞士人以其精准和守时而闻名，常被奉为效率的完美典范。他们的列车准点运行，手表是业界标杆)”详细描述了瑞士人的守时和精准。空处需要进一步补充瑞士人守时的表现，与前文为顺接补充关系。E项“你可以根据他们的日常作息来校准时钟。”形象地体现了瑞士人作息的规律性和守时性，是对前文“精准和守时”的进一步说明，符合语境。故选E。 4．上文“Consider the case of Brazil, where “Brazilian time” is a well-known concept.(以巴西为例，“巴西时间”是一个众所周知的概念)”引出巴西的时间观念。空后“If you attend a party at the specified time, you’ll likely find the host still in their bathrobe.(如果你按指定时间参加派对，很可能会发现主人还穿着浴袍)”说明巴西人对迟到的包容。F项“在那里，迟到不仅被接受，甚至是意料之中的事。” 中的“There”指代巴西，“not only accepted but expected”准确概括了巴西对迟到的态度，空处与前文为顺接解释关系，衔接后文的具体例子，符合逻辑。故选F。 5．上文“Whether you’re a stickler for punctuality or more laid-back, what truly matters is how you spend your time.(无论你是严守守时的人还是更随性的人，真正重要的是你如何度过时间)”强调“如何度过时间”比“是否守时”更重要。空处需要进一步探讨“如何度过时间”的具体内涵，与前文为顺接设问关系，引发读者思考。G项“你是在享受过程，还是一直在盯着时钟？”以设问形式呼应前文的“如何度过时间”，区分了“享受生活”与“纠结时间”两种态度，为下文“寻找中间立场”做铺垫，符合语境。故选G。 How to Deal with Culture Shock While Abroad It is very common for students to experience culture shock — a feeling of anxiety and discomfort when faced with an unfamiliar culture. Preparing in advance by learning about local customs and social norms can significantly ease the adjustment process. 1 Embrace cultural differences. One of the most valuable benefits of studying abroad is gaining meaningful insight into a different culture. You don’t have to agree with or adopt every cultural difference you encounter — the key is to acknowledge their existence and show genuine respect. 2 It will help you appreciate what makes each culture unique, ultimately deepening your cross-cultural understanding and personal growth. 3 Cultural differences should not be barriers to forming meaningful connections. Actively befriending local people can dramatically reduce feelings of loneliness. Local friends can introduce you to aspects of daily life, traditions, and perspectives that most tourists completely miss. These relationships will also provide you with natural opportunities to practice and improve your language skills in authentic, real-life situations. Take a cultural class. 4 You might choose to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese egg coffee, practice basic Chinese kungfu moves, or dance the passionate Argentine tango. These hands-on experiences offer enjoyable and immersive (沉浸式的) ways to understand what is important to the local people and how their history has shaped their contemporary way of life. Visit landmarks of cultural importance. Make time to visit sites of deep historical and cultural significance, such as the Berlin Wall or Ground Zero in New York. 5 Understanding the history builds empathy and explains your host country’s society. By actively engaging with the local culture, you can turn culture shock into personal growth, returning home with a broader perspective and lasting memories. A．Make local friends. B．Learn the language. C．Explore culture in a structured class. D．Maintain an open and curious mindset. E．Here are some practical and effective tips. F．Checking in with your friends and family can bring you comfort. G．These powerful places tell significant stories about a nation’s past. 【答案】1．E 2．D 3．A 4．C 5．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了几种帮助留学生在海外应对文化冲击的实用方法，包括接纳文化差异、结交当地朋友、参加文化课程、参观历史文化地标等。 1．根据上文“It is very common for students to experience culture shock — a feeling of anxiety and discomfort when faced with an unfamiliar culture. Preparing in advance by learning about local customs and social norms can significantly ease the adjustment process. (留学生经历文化冲击是很常见的 —— 当面对不熟悉的文化时，会产生一种焦虑和不适的感觉。提前了解当地习俗和社会规范能显著缓解适应过程)”以及下文各段分别介绍应对文化冲击的具体建议可知，前文提到面对文化冲击应提前准备，后文则给出了具体的建议，E选项“Here are some practical and effective tips. (以下是一些实用且有效的建议)”，既承接上文对文化冲击及初步应对方法的提及，又自然引出下文详细的建议内容。故选E项。 2．根据本段小标题“Embrace cultural differences. (接纳文化差异)”和上文“You don’t have to agree with or adopt every cultural difference you encounter — the key is to acknowledge their existence and show genuine respect. (你不必认同或接受遇到的每一个文化差异 —— 关键是承认它们的存在并表现出真诚的尊重)”以及下文“It will help you appreciate what makes each culture unique, ultimately deepening your cross-cultural understanding and personal growth. (这将帮助你欣赏每种文化的独特之处，最终加深你的跨文化理解和个人成长)”可知，本段强调对文化差异应持开放态度，D选项“Maintain an open and curious mindset. (保持开放和好奇的心态)”是对“接纳文化差异”这一核心要求的补充，说明了接纳差异需要具备的心态，且与下文形成因果逻辑，解释了“开放好奇心态”的作用。故选D项。 3．根据设空位置和下文“Cultural differences should not be barriers to forming meaningful connections. Actively befriending local people can dramatically reduce feelings of loneliness. Local friends can introduce you to aspects of daily life, traditions, and perspectives that most tourists completely miss. (文化差异不应成为建立有意义联系的障碍。主动与当地人交朋友能显著减轻孤独感。当地的朋友可以向你介绍日常生活、传统习俗和各种观点等方面的内容，而这些是大多数游客完全无法接触到的)”可知，下文围绕“与当地朋友建立联系”展开，A选项“Make local friends. (结交当地朋友)”中的“local friends”与下文“befriending local people”“Local friends”直接呼应，准确提炼了本段“通过结交当地朋友应对文化冲击”的建议，适合作为段落小标题。故选A项。 4．根据本段小标题“Take a cultural class. (参加文化课程)”以及下文“You might choose to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese egg coffee, practice basic Chinese kungfu moves, or dance the passionate Argentine tango. (你可以选择学习制作越南传统鸡蛋咖啡、练习中国功夫基础动作，或跳热情的阿根廷探戈)”可知，本段主题为“参加文化课程”，且后文列举了具体的活动，C选项“Explore culture in a structured class. (在系统化的课程中探索文化)”是对“Take a cultural class”的进一步解释，“structured class”对应“cultural class”，“Explore culture”则呼应下文通过课程学习文化相关技能的内容，说明参加文化课程的本质是“系统化探索文化”，逻辑连贯。故选C项。 5．根据上文“Make time to visit sites of deep historical and cultural significance, such as the Berlin Wall or Ground Zero in New York. (花时间参观具有深厚历史和文化意义的地点，如柏林墙或纽约零点地带)”以及下文“Understanding the history builds empathy and explains your host country’s society. (了解历史能建立共情，并帮助你理解所在国的社会)”可知，上文提到参观具有深厚历史和文化意义的景点，下文则说明了其意义，G选项“These powerful places tell significant stories about a nation’s past. (这些具有强烈感染力的地方讲述着一个国家过去的重要故事)”中的“These powerful places”指代上文“sites of deep historical and cultural significance”，“tell significant stories about a nation’s past”则连接下文“Understanding the history”，解释了为何参观这些地点能帮助了解历史，承上启下，逻辑连贯。故选G项。 Have you ever walked past an empty lot (空地) and wondered, “What if this space grew with food-producing plants and flowers?” That’s how community gardening began for many neighborhoods. 1 What starts as a small group’s dream quickly grows into a neighborhood center, uniting people through a common love of nurturing (培育) life. It turns a forgotten corner into a shared treasure, where people of all ages work side by side. Last summer, I joined my local community garden. At first, I worried I knew nothing about growing plants. 2 The garden was full of kind teachers eager to share their wisdom and patience with newcomers like me. Lopez, a retired gardener, taught me to tell the difference between weeds and young lettuce. The garden changed how neighbors interact with each other. Every Saturday morning our community garden becomes a meeting place. Neighbors bring their home-baked bread to share. Newcomers find friends who help them feel at home. 3 Now there are over 18,000 community gardens across North America. They are key educational projects. They teach about caring for the earth and connect people with nature. 4 When a late frost damaged our tomato plants, we didn’t give up. We replanted together and learned to protect young plants, next time. It showed us how to turn challenges into chances to grow. 5 They build trust, joy, and a sense of belonging that extends far beyond the garden gates. Community gardening is not just about growing vegetables — it’s about growing a community. The next time you see an empty space, maybe you’ll think of the possibilities. A single seed, shared with others, can grow into something wonderful. A．It’s a simple idea with powerful results. B．But I soon found I didn’t need to be an expert. C．These gardens do more than grow food, though. D．They also teach about patience and perseverance. E．Create a schedule for watering, weeding, and harvesting. F．Urban designers play a crucial role in inspiring these projects. G．Even small talks while pulling weeds can build strong bonds. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．G 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了社区花园的起源、发展过程、带来的积极影响以及其重要意义。社区花园不仅是一个种植食物和花卉的地方，更是连接人与人、培养社区精神的纽带。 1．上文“Have you ever walked past an empty lot (空地) and wondered, ‘What if this space grew with food-producing plants and flowers?’ That’s how community gardening began for many neighborhoods. (你是否曾经走过一块空地，想过：“如果这块空地上种满了粮食作物和花卉会怎么样？”许多社区就是这样开始社区园艺的。)”提出了一个关于空地种植的想法，并指出这是许多社区园艺的起点。下文“What starts as a small group’s dream quickly grows into a neighborhood center, uniting people through a common love of nurturing (培育) life. (从一个小团体的梦想开始，很快发展成为一个社区中心，通过对培育生命的共同热爱来团结人们。)”说明这个想法迅速发展成为社区中心，将人们团结在一起。A项“这是一个简单的想法，但能产生强大的效果。”承上启下，符合语境，其中“a simple idea”指上文提到的在空地上种植的想法，“powerful results”指下文提到的成为社区中心并团结人们的效果。故选A。 2．上文“At first, I worried I knew nothing about growing plants. (起初，我担心我对种植植物一无所知。)”，下文“The garden was full of kind teachers eager to share their wisdom and patience with newcomers like me. (花园里满是善良的老师，他们渴望与像我这样的新人分享他们的智慧和耐心。)”B项“但我很快发现我不需要成为专家。”承上启下，符合语境，其中“didn’t need to be an expert”与上文的“knew nothing about”形成对比，同时引出下文提到的友善的老师。故选B。 3．上文“Every Saturday morning our community garden becomes a meeting place. Neighbors bring their home-baked bread to share. Newcomers find friends who help them feel at home. (每个星期六早上，我们的社区花园成为一个聚会场所。邻居们带着自家烤的面包来分享。新来的人会找到能让他们有宾至如归感觉的朋友。)”描述了社区花园成为人们聚会的地方，邻居们分享自制面包，新来的人找到朋友。G项“甚至在拔草时的小谈话也能建立牢固的联系。”进一步说明了社区花园中人们之间的互动和建立的联系，符合语境。故选G。 4．上文“They teach about caring for the earth and connect people with nature. (他们教导人们爱护地球，将人与自然联系起来。)”说明社区花园教导人们关爱地球，将人们与自然联系起来。下文“When a late frost damaged our tomato plants, we didn’t give up. We replanted together and learned to protect young plants, next time. It showed us how to turn challenges into chances to grow. (晚霜毁坏了我们的番茄，我们没有放弃。我们一起重新种植，并学会了下次保护幼苗。它向我们展示了如何将挑战转化为成长的机会。)”通过一个例子说明了社区花园还教会了人们面对挑战时的耐心和毅力。D项“它们还教导关于耐心和毅力的道理。”承上启下，符合语境，其中“also”表示与上文的并列关系，“patience and perseverance”与下文的例子相呼应。故选D。 5．下文“They build trust, joy, and a sense of belonging that extends far beyond the garden gates. Community gardening is not just about growing vegetables — it’s about growing a community. (它们还建立了信任、快乐和归属感，这种归属感远远超出了花园的大门。社区园艺不仅仅是种植蔬菜——它是在培育一个社区。)”总结了社区花园的重要意义，即建立信任、快乐和归属感，并强调社区园艺不仅仅是种植蔬菜，更是培养社区精神。C项“然而，这些花园不仅仅种植食物。”引出下文对社区花园意义的进一步阐述，符合语境，其中“do more than grow food”与下文的“not just about growing vegetables”相呼应。故选C。 If you could develop any of a cat’s sensory abilities, which would you choose? Perhaps hearing, so you can identify each cockroach (蟑螂) in your building. 1 While big cats have perfect vision for spotting animals they hunt far across the grasslands, house cats don’t actually have great eyes. In 2013, artist Nickolay Lamm painted how the world looks through a cat’s eyes. Among other key differences, like their improved night vision, is their color perception. In these images, wide views of everything around look unclear. 2 Thus, Bruce Kornreich, an animal expert specializing in heart problems, explains what’s happening inside their eyes. “They do well with blues and yellow,” Kornreich adds. 3 It’s not because cats can only see these two colors, but they’re better at detecting these colors’ slight differences than others’. Blue is at one end of that spectrum (光谱) with a shorter wavelength at around 380 nanometers, while red is at the other end with long wavelengths at around 700 nm. 4 Instead, they don’t see them with the same richness of shade. Certain colors in Lamm’s cat-eye pictures look washed out and not as bright. Red, for example, looks “just kind of like a dark color,” Kornreich describes. Cats can better detect brightness on the blue-yellow end of the spectrum than the green-red end. Still, there aren’t necessarily any advantages that come with treating your cats with blue and yellow toys. If you’re disappointed that your cats can’t enjoy the Christmas season or, say, learn to read traffic lights, don’t wear an upset look. 5 A．After all, they can clearly see your facial expressions. B．That doesn’t mean that cats fail to see reds and greens. C．Many wonder what range of colors they can actually see. D．However, they have trouble distinguishing greens and reds. E．Cats are sensitive to colors in the same spectrum as humans. F．This sense helps world perception, yet sight won’t be your pick. G．But without good vision, you can’t precisely place cockroach poison. 【答案】1．F 2．C 3．D 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章通过对比人类和猫的视觉差异，重点分析了猫的色觉能力（尤其对蓝、黄色的敏感度）及其局限性（如对红、绿色的辨识较弱），并探讨了这种视觉特性对猫行为的影响。 1．由上文“If you could develop any of a cat’s sensory abilities, which would you choose? Perhaps hearing, so you can identify each cockroach in your building. (如果你能拥有猫的任意一种感官能力，你会选哪种？或许是听觉吧，这样你就能识别出大楼里的每一只蟑螂。)”及下文“While big cats have perfect vision for spotting animals they hunt far across the grasslands, house cats don’t actually have great eyes. (虽然大型猫科动物拥有绝佳的视力，能发现草原远处它们要捕猎的动物，但家猫的视力其实并不出色。)”可知，空处要讲与“选择感官”相关的话题，选项F“This sense helps world perception, yet sight won’t be your pick. (这种感官有助于感知世界，但视力不会是你的选择。)”能承上启下，符合题意，该选项中的“This sense”指代上文的“hearing”，“pick”与上文的“choose”相呼应，且“sight”与下文的“vision”相呼应。故选F。 2．由上文“In 2013, artist Nickolay Lamm painted how the world looks through a cat’s eyes. Among other key differences, like their improved night vision, is their color perception. In these images, wide views of everything around look unclear. (2013年，艺术家尼科莱・拉姆描绘出了猫眼中的世界模样。除了其他关键差异（比如它们更强的夜视能力），还有它们的颜色感知能力。在这些图像里，周围一切的广阔视野看起来都很模糊。)”及下文“Thus, Bruce Kornreich, an animal expert specializing in heart problems, explains what’s happening inside their eyes. (因此，专门研究心脏问题的动物专家布鲁斯・科恩莱希解释了它们眼睛内部的工作原理。)”可知，空处要讲与“猫眼对颜色的感知能力”相关的话题，选项C“Many wonder what range of colors they can actually see. (很多人想知道它们实际能看到哪些颜色。)”能承上启下，针对上文的模糊图像提出颜色感知的疑问，引出下文的专家解释，符合题意，该选项中的“they”指代上文的“a cat’s eyes”。故选C。 3．由上文“‘They do well with blues and yellow,’ Kornreich adds. (‘它们能很好地分辨蓝色和黄色，’科恩莱希补充道。)”及下文“It’s not because cats can only see these two colors, but they’re better at detecting these colors’ slight differences than others’. Blue is at one end of that spectrum with a shorter wavelength at around 380 nanometers, while red is at the other end with long wavelengths at around 700 nm. (这并非因为猫只能看到这两种颜色，而是它们比其他颜色更擅长察觉这两种颜色的细微差别。蓝色位于光谱的一端，波长较短，约380纳米，而红色位于另一端，波长较长，约700纳米。)”可知，空处要讲与“猫更擅长分辨哪种颜色”相关的话题，选项D“However, they have trouble distinguishing greens and reds. (不过，它们很难区分绿色和红色。)”使用转折与上文形成对比，指出猫在颜色区分上的弱点，与下文解释猫更擅长蓝黄光谱的逻辑一致，符合题意，该选项中的“have trouble distinguishing”与上文的“do well with”相对应。故选D。 4．由下文“Instead, they don’t see them with the same richness of shade. (相反，它们无法分辨这些颜色丰富的色调。)”可知，前后句构成转折对比，选项B“That doesn’t mean that cats fail to see reds and greens. (但这并不意味着猫看不到红色和绿色。)”与下文构成转折，形成“不是……而是……”的对比结构，语义连贯，符合题意，下文的“them”指代该选项中的“reds and greens”。故选B。 5．由上文“If you’re disappointed that your cats can’t enjoy the Christmas season or, say, learn to read traffic lights, don’t wear an upset look. (如果你因为猫无法欣赏圣诞节的色彩，或者说无法看懂交通信号灯而感到失望，别面露沮丧。)”可知，此处对于猫主人提出建议，空处讲提出该建议的原因，选项A“After all, they can clearly see your facial expressions. (毕竟，它们能清楚地看到你的面部表情。)”解释了上文的建议，承接上文，符合题意，该选项中的“facial expressions”与上文的“look”相呼应。故选A。 They say a dog is man’s best friend, but sometimes the two just don’t connect. When this connection fails to form, daily coexistence becomes challenging for both the owner and the pet. Giving up a family pet can be heartbreaking. 1 Their work has confirmed a common suspicion: dogs really look like their owners. More importantly, for a lasting friendship, they often have similar personalities. How do these similarities show? One area is physical appearance. 2 Some sources of similarity are clear — women with short hair often own dogs with floppy ears, while those with long hair prefer long-eared breeds. 3 Introverted (内向的) owners often have dogs that are more nervous around strangers. On the other hand, conscientious (认真的) people own dogs that are more motivated and easier to train. Why does this happen? Psychologists say that humans naturally value relationships with those who look and behave like them. 4 However, the matching of personalities is more complex than the matching of looks. It’s not just about choice. 5 For example, being around less confident people could make a dog more nervous. Similar influences have been found in human relationships, like married couples who grow to resemble each other over time. So, for the best results, finding a dog that looks and thinks like you might be important. Alternatively, you could consider a cat. A．Another similar mirroring effect happens with personality. B．Adopting a dog from a shelter can be a rewarding experience C．Training a dog to be friendly requires a lot of patience and time. D．Dogs often physically resemble their owners in noticeable ways. E．So researchers in Germany are studying what makes a perfect match. F．This idea also seems to apply to the bonds between humans and dogs. G．The owner’s behavior can actually shape the dog’s personality over time. 【答案】1．E 2．D 3．A 4．F 5．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要探讨了狗狗与主人之间在外貌和性格上的相似性，以及这种相似性对双方关系的影响。 1．上文“Giving up a family pet can be heartbreaking.(放弃一只家庭宠物可能会令人心碎。)”暗示了问题的存在，以及下文“Their work has confirmed a common suspicion: dogs really look like their owners.(他们的研究证实了一个普遍的猜测：狗狗和主人长得很像。)”可知，这里的“Their work”指代的是前文提到的研究。因此，空格处应该是一个承上启下的句子，引出这项研究。E选项“So researchers in Germany are studying what makes a perfect match.(因此德国的研究人员正在研究什么能促成完美的匹配。)”解释了为什么会有这项研究，能承上启下，符合题意，该选项中的“what makes a perfect match”与下文的“dogs really look like their owners”相呼应，表示研究的内容。故选E。 2．由上文“One area is physical appearance.(其中一个方面是外貌。)”以及下文“Some sources of similarity are clear-women with short hair often own dogs with floppy ears, while those with long hair prefer long-eared breeds.(一些相似性的来源很明显——短发女性通常养耳朵耷拉着的狗，而长发女性更喜欢长耳朵品种的狗。)”可知，这是在具体举例说明狗与主人在外貌上的相似性。因此，空格处应该是一个总起句，概括这种相似性。D选项“Dogs often physically resemble their owners in noticeable ways.(狗狗通常在外形上与主人有着明显的相似之处。)”能承接上下文，符合题意，该选项中的“physically resemble”与上文的“physical appearance”相呼应，且与下文的具体例子相匹配。故选D。 3．由下文“Introverted (内向的) owners often have dogs that are more nervous around strangers. On the other hand, conscientious(认真的) people own dogs that are more motivated and easier to train.(内向的主人养的狗在陌生人面前往往更紧张。另一方面，认真的人养的狗更积极，也更容易训练。)”可知，这是在讨论主人的性格与狗的性格之间的相似性。因此，空格处应该是一个过渡句，引出性格方面的相似性。A选项“Another similar mirroring effect happens with personality.(另一种类似的镜像效应发生在性格方面。)”能引出下文，符合题意，该选项中的“personality”与下文的“Introverted”及“conscientious”相呼应，表示性格上的匹配。故选A。 4．由上文“Psychologists say that humans naturally value relationships with those who look and behave like them.(心理学家表示，人类天生重视与自己外貌和行为相似的人建立关系。)”可知，这是在解释一种普遍的心理现象。空格后说“However, the matching of personalities is more complex than the matching of looks. (然而，性格的匹配比外貌的匹配更复杂)”，这是一个转折，开始讨论性格匹配的复杂性。因此，空格处应该是一个总结句，将前文提到的心理现象与人类和狗之间的关系联系起来。F选项“This idea also seems to apply to the bonds between humans and dogs.(这个观点似乎也适用于人类和狗之间的关系。)”能承接上文，符合题意，该选项中的“This idea”指代上文的“humans naturally value relationships with those who look and behave like them”，且“apply to the bonds between humans and dogs”与文章主题相呼应。故选F。 5．由上文“It’s not just about choice.(这不仅仅是选择的问题。)”以及下文“For example, being around less confident people could make a dog more nervous.(例如，和不那么自信的人在一起可能会让狗更紧张。)”可知，这是在举例说明主人的行为如何影响狗的性格。因此，空格处应该是一个概括性的句子，指出主人的行为对狗性格的影响。G选项“The owner’s behavior can actually shape the dog’s personality over time.(主人的行为实际上会随着时间的推移塑造狗狗的性格。)”能承上启下，符合题意，该选项中的“shape the dog’s personality”与下文的例子相呼应，表示主人行为的影响。故选G。 The roll-out of 5G technology is set to transform not only the way we live but also the modes of work, promising innovative changes across societies. 1 It enables smooth 4K/8K video streaming, instant downloads of large files, and better online gaming experiences that redefine digital entertainment. Beyond entertainment, 5G has significant implications for critical industries such as healthcare and transportation. For example, surgeons could perform complex remote surgeries with minimal delay. This ensures precise control even from thousands of miles away. Self-driving cars will communicate with each other and traffic infrastructure (基础设施) in real time. 2 However, the change to 5G is not without challenges. 3 Additionally, some rural areas may face delays in accessing this technology due to the high cost of building infrastructure like small cell towers and fiber-optic (光纤) networks, widening the digital divide temporarily. 4 The Internet of Things (IoT) will greatly gain from 5G, as it can support billions of connected devices at the same time. Smart cities, powered by 5G, could improve traffic flow via intelligent signals, reduce energy consumption by auto-adjusting public services, and enhance public safety with real-time observation and rapid emergency response systems. Governments and companies worldwide are investing heavily in 5G infrastructure to seize these opportunities. As more devices-from smartphones and to autonomous vehicles-become interconnected, the demand for faster, more reliable, and short-delay networks will only increase, making 5G as the cornerstone of the next digital revolution. 5 A．This greatly cuts risks through instant data exchange. B．Despite these problems, the potential benefits are enormous. C．Moreover, 5G can support the development of healthcare industry. D．4G networks will soon become outdated as 5G becomes mainstream. E．Many people are concerned about the health risks associated with 5G radiation. F．One major advantage is its short delay, which reduces the slow response in communication. G．As it matures, its extensive impacts will bring about a more connected and intelligent world. 【答案】1．F 2．A 3．E 4．B 5．G 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍5G技术即将给娱乐、医疗、交通、智慧城市等带来的革新好处，同时指出健康担忧、农村覆盖成本等挑战。 1．根据空格前的句子“The roll-out of 5G technology is set to transform not only the way we live but also the modes of work, promising innovative changes across societies.(5G技术的推出不仅将改变我们的生活方式，还将改变工作模式，为整个社会带来创新变革。)”和空格后句子“It enables smooth 4K/8K video streaming, instant downloads of large files, and better online gaming experiences that redefine digital entertainment.(它可实现流畅的4K/8K视频流、瞬间下载大文件以及更优质的在线游戏体验，从而重新定义数字娱乐。)”可知，空格处应总结5G在技术性能上的核心优势。F项“One major advantage is its short delay, which reduces the slow response in communication.(一大优势是其极低的延迟，可减少通信中的缓慢反应。)”与“instant downloads”、“smooth streaming”等同义呼应。故选F。 2．根据空格前句子“Self-driving cars will communicate with each other and traffic infrastructure in real time.(自动驾驶汽车将彼此以及与交通基础设施实时通信。)”可知，空格处应说明这种实时数据交换带来的安全效益。所以，A项“This greatly cuts risks through instant data exchange.(通过即时数据交换大幅降低风险。)”说明其安全效益，符合语境。故选A。 3．根据空格前句子“However, the change to 5G is not without challenges.(然而，向5G过渡并非没有挑战。)”可知，空格处应列举具体挑战。E项“Many people are concerned about the health risks associated with 5G radiation.(许多人担心5G辐射带来的健康风险。)”与“challenges”同义衔接，语义相关。故选E。 4．上文的句子“Additionally, some rural areas may face delays in accessing this technology due to the high cost of building infrastructure like small cell towers and fiber-optic (光纤) networks, widening the digital divide temporarily.(此外，由于建设小型手机信号塔和光纤（光纤）网络等基础设施的成本高昂，一些农村地区可能会面临延迟使用这项技术的问题，从而暂时扩大了数字鸿沟。)”说的是5G面临的挑战；而空格后的句子“The Internet of Things (IoT) will greatly gain from 5G, as it can support billions of connected devices at the same time. Smart cities, powered by 5G, could improve traffic flow via intelligent signals, reduce energy consumption by auto-adjusting public services, and enhance public safety with real-time observation and rapid emergency response systems.(物联网（IoT）将从5G中受益匪浅，因为它可以同时支持数十亿台连接的设备。以5G为动力的智慧城市可以通过智能信号改善交通流量，通过自动调整公共服务降低能源消耗，并通过实时观察和快速应急响应系统增强公共安全。)”说的是5G带来的益处，所以空格处的句子应该是一个转折句，从挑战转折到益处。所以，B项“Despite these problems, the potential benefits are enormous.(尽管存在这些问题，但潜在的好处是巨大的。)”填入空格处，符合语境。故选B。 5．根据空格前句子“As more devices-from smartphones and to autonomous vehicles-become interconnected, the demand for faster, more reliable, and short-delay networks will only increase, making 5G as the cornerstone of the next digital revolution.(随着越来越多的设备——从智能手机到自动驾驶汽车——相互连接，对更快、更可靠和短延迟网络的需求只会增加，这使得5G成为下一次数字革命的基石。)”可知，空格处应展望5G成熟后的广泛影响。G项“As it matures, its extensive impacts will bring about a more connected and intelligent world.(随着它成熟，其广泛影响将带来一个更加互联和智能的世界。)”与“cornerstone of the next digital revolution”形成前景呼应。故选G。 Finding Your Balance with Social Media Social media is a big part of our lives. It helps us stay connected with friends and explore our interests. However, spending too much time on it can have negative effects. The key is to find a healthy balance. First, be aware of how much time you are spending. 1 Most smartphones have a “screen time” feature that can show you the exact number. You might be surprised by the results. Next, consider a “digital detox (排毒)”. 2 For example, you could decide not to use your phone during meals or for the first hour after you wake up. This helps you focus on the real world and the people around you. Also, curate your online environment carefully. 3 If an account constantly makes you feel inadequate or unhappy, it’s okay to unfollow it. Your social media feed should be a place that inspires and supports you, not brings you down. Furthermore, don’t believe everything you see. 4 People often only post the highlights of their lives, not the ordinary or difficult moments. Reminding yourself of this can reduce feelings of comparison and insecurity. Finally, replace some of your online time with real-world activities. 5 Reading a book, playing a sport, or simply talking face-to-face with family can be much more fulfilling and relaxing. Finding balance doesn’t mean giving up social media completely. It means using it as a tool for enrichment, not letting it control your time and emotions. A．This means taking regular breaks from social media. B．It’s important to know what is happening in the world. C．Unfollowing negative accounts can make a big difference. D．You can start by tracking your usage for a few days. E．Remember that social media is a highlight reel, not real life. F．Engage in hobbies that do not require a screen. G．You don’t have to compare yourself with others online. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．C 4．E 5．F 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了社交媒体在生活中很重要，但需找到健康平衡，给出了具体可行的平衡方法。 1．上文“First, be aware of how much time you are spending.(首先，要意识到你花了多少时间在社交媒体上)”提出需关注社交媒体使用时长；下文“Most smartphones have a ‘screen time’ feature that can show you the exact number.(大多数智能手机都有“屏幕使用时间”功能，可以显示确切的时长)”介绍了查看时长的工具。由此可知，空处应衔接“关注时长”与“查看工具”，说明具体起步方式。选项D“你可以先跟踪自己几天的使用情况。”符合语境。故选D。 2．上文“Next, consider a “digital detox”.(接下来，可以考虑进行一次“数字排毒”)”提出“数字排毒”的建议；下文“For example, you could decide not to use your phone during meals or for the first hour after you wake up.(例如，你可以决定在吃饭时或起床后的第一个小时不使用手机)”举例说明排毒的具体做法。由此可知，空处需解释“数字排毒”的含义。选项A“这意味着要定期远离社交媒体休息。”符合语境。故选A。 3．上文“Also, curate your online environment carefully.(此外，要仔细打理你的网络环境)”提出打理网络环境的建议；下文“If an account constantly makes you feel inadequate or unhappy, it’s okay to unfollow it.(如果某个账号总是让你感到不足或不开心，取关它是没问题的)”具体说明如何打理（取关负面账号）。由此可知，空处应衔接“打理环境”与“取关负面账号”。选项C“取关负面账号会带来很大变化。”符合语境。故选C。 4．上文“Furthermore, don’t believe everything you see.(此外，不要相信你看到的所有内容)”提出不盲从网络内容的建议；下文“People often only post the highlights of their lives, not the ordinary or difficult moments.(人们通常只发布生活中的精彩瞬间，而不是平凡或艰难的时刻)”解释了不盲从的原因。由此可知，空处需概括网络内容的特点。选项E“记住，社交媒体展现的是精彩片段，而非真实生活。”符合语境。故选E。 5．上文“Finally, replace some of your online time with real-world activities.(最后，用一些现实生活中的活动来替代部分上网时间)”提出用线下活动替代上网的建议；下文“Reading a book, playing a sport, or simply talking face-to-face with family can be much more fulfilling and relaxing.(读书、运动，或者只是和家人面对面交流，都会让人更有成就感，也更放松)”举例说明具体的线下活动。由此可知，空处需衔接“线下活动”与具体例子，说明活动的特点。选项F“参与一些不需要使用电子屏幕的爱好。”符合语境。故选F。 As a well-known weather presenter, there are times when I’m walking around a supermarket, and a shopper will approach me with a complaint: “I hosted my son’s wedding on Saturday, and you told me it was going to rain, but it didn’t. Why did you get it wrong?” Over my career, forecasting has improved almost beyond recognition. Liz Bentley, a professor of meteorology at Reading University, notes that a one-day forecast is now correct more than 90% of the time. 1 A YouGov survey last summer found that 37% of British adults didn’t trust the weather forecast “very much” or “at all”. So why, with all our wealth of knowledge and powerful forecasting technology, do some people still perceive the weather forecasts as incorrect? 2 In today’s world, we have access to instant information. We can adjust the temperature of our fridges or diagnose problems with our cars using our smartphones in seconds. So why can’t we find out whether it’s going to rain on our street at 2 pm on Sunday with 100% accuracy? 3 Meteorology (气象学) produces an overwhelming amount of data; it’s difficult to turn it into a brief, attention-grabbing prediction for TV or digital app. It means that even when we are technically correct, some viewers might still be confused. The real challenge lies in the tricky nature of meteorology. 4 A slight error — even as small as 0.01°C — in the initial data can produce a drastically different result. It’s important to remember that forecasting is about predicting. The future of weather forecasting may soon be transformed by Artificial Intelligence (AI). As AI is more flexible, users will soon have access to frequently-changing forecasts. But there are upsides too. The advances in AI and forecasting offer exciting possibilities, including the prospect of much longer-term, more accurate forecasts. Perhaps one day, I’ll meet a mother who asks me to predict weather at her son’s wedding six months from now. 5 A．It’s a delicate science. B．Viewers are no longer interested. C．However, there are still gaps in public trust. D．Part of the answer is in our rising expectations. E．And then I might be able to give a better answer. F．We will make sure technology bugs never happen. G．Another reason is how the information is communicated. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．G 4．A 5．E 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了尽管天气预报技术不断进步，但公众对其信任度仍存差距，分析了原因并展望了人工智能在天气预报中的应用前景。 1．由上文“Over my career, forecasting has improved almost beyond recognition. Liz Bentley, a professor of meteorology at Reading University, notes that a one-day forecast is now correct more than 90% of the time.(在我的职业生涯中，天气预报的准确性几乎有了翻天覆地的变化。雷丁大学气象学教授利兹·本特利指出，现在一天的天气预报准确率超过90%)”以及下文“A YouGov survey last summer found that 37% of British adults didn’t trust the weather forecast “very much” or “at all”.(去年夏天的一项YouGov调查发现，37%的英国成年人“不太”或“完全不”信任天气预报)”可知，本空要说跟“公众对天气预报的信任度”有关的话题，且上下文为转折关系，C选项“However, there are still gaps in public trust.(然而，公众的信任度仍然存在差距)”中的“gaps in public trust”与上文的“forecasting has improved almost beyond recognition”以及下文的“didn’t trust the weather forecast “very much” or “at all”.”相呼应，表示尽管天气预报的准确性有了很大提高，但公众的信任度仍然存在差距，C选项能承上启下，符合题意。故选C。 2．由上文“So why, with all our wealth of knowledge and powerful forecasting technology, do some people still perceive the weather forecasts as incorrect?(那么，为什么我们拥有如此丰富的知识和强大的预测技术，有些人仍然认为天气预报不准确呢？)”可知，本空要说跟“人们对天气预报不准确的原因”有关的话题，D选项“Part of the answer is in our rising expectations.(部分原因在于我们不断上升的期望)”回答了上文的问题，指出人们对天气预报不准确的部分原因在于期望过高，能承接上文，符合题意。故选D。 3．由上文“So why can’t we find out whether it’s going to rain on our street at 2 pm on Sunday with 100% accuracy?(那么，为什么我们不能100%准确地知道周日下午2点我们所在的街道是否会下雨呢？)”以及下文“Meteorology (气象学) produces an overwhelming amount of data; it’s difficult to turn it into a brief, attention-grabbing prediction for TV or digital app.(气象学产生了大量的数据；很难将其转化为简短、引人注目的电视或数字应用预测)”可知，本空要说跟“气象学信息传达的方式”有关的话题，G选项“Another reason is how the information is communicated.(另一个原因是信息传达的方式)”解释了为什么不能100%准确地知道天气情况，指出另一个原因是信息传达的方式，G选项能承上启下，符合题意。故选G。 4．由上文“The real challenge lies in the tricky nature of meteorology.(真正的挑战在于气象学的棘手性质)”以及下文“A slight error — even as small as 0.01°C — in the initial data can produce a drastically different result.(初始数据中的微小误差——即使小到0.01°C——也可能产生截然不同的结果)”可知，本空要说跟“气象学的复杂性或精确性”有关的话题，A选项“It’s a delicate science.(这是一门精密的科学)”中的“delicate”与上文的“tricky”以及下文的“slight error”和“drastically different result”相呼应，表示气象学是一门精密的科学，微小的误差也可能导致截然不同的结果，A选项能承上启下，符合题意。故选A。 5．由上文“The advances in AI and forecasting offer exciting possibilities, including the prospect of much longer-term, more accurate forecasts. Perhaps one day, I’ll meet a mother who asks me to predict weather at her son’s wedding six months from now.(人工智能和预测技术的进步提供了令人兴奋的可能性，包括更长期、更准确的预测前景。也许有一天，我会遇到一位母亲，她让我预测六个月后她儿子婚礼当天的天气)”可知，本空要说跟“人工智能预测天气可能带来的好处或改变”有关的话题，E选项“And then I might be able to give a better answer.(然后我或许就能给出一个更好的答案)”表示有了人工智能的帮助，作者或许就能更准确地预测天气，从而给出一个更好的答案，E选项能承接上文，符合题意。故选E。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 期末复习之七选五20篇 （必修一-必修二Unit 3单元话题） 本资料共20篇专题训练，从上到下每单元依次对应2-3篇单元话题专题训练 单元 单元话题 Welcome Unit 高中生活 Unit 1 Teenage Life 青少年生活 Unit 2 Travelling Around 旅行 Unit 3 Sports and Fitness 运动与健康 Unit 4 Natural Disasters 自然灾害 Unit 5 Languages Around the World 语言 Unit 1 Cultural Heritage 文化遗产 Unit 2 Wildlife Protection 野生动物保护 Unit 3 The Internet 互联网与科技 Have you ever wondered what an American high school is really like? 1 A typical American high school has several large buildings and enough space for about 1, 500 students 2 When arriving at school, students go straight to their lockers to put away textbooks and hang outdoor clothes. Because American textbooks are expensive, they prefer renting them. Students must pay back if they lost them. American students have different types of school transport. They usually take a yellow school bus or walk to school if they live close enough. 3 When they turn 16 years of age, most take a free driving class at school for one term. If passing grades in the class and their state driver’s exam, they can begin driving themselves to school. 4 Students must take science, math, English, and social studies, and can choose electives like art, homemaking, or fashion design. Some schools also require health, physical, or foreign language education. Students change classrooms for each subject, with a five-minute break between classes to move to the next room. The regular school day ends early afternoon. Most students stay in the school for activities. 5 These include sports like football, basketball, baseball, and soccer, or clubs such as speech, newspaper, photography, and student government. A．Every student is given a locker. B．Each day students take six or seven classes. C．Sometimes their parents drive them to school. D．Because each teacher has their own classroom. E．Over half of students are willing to join in them. F．In some schools students are required to take some special subjects. G．This article describes a typical American high school and its students. How to Be a Successful High School Student High school isn’t just about learning knowledge, it also shapes your learning habits and personal growth. 1 Success also needs practical daily habits that cover study, relationships, and health. These small but good habits smooth your high school journey. Master time management. Time management reduces too much stress. High school often brings lots of homework, exams, and club tasks, which can make you feel rushed. List tasks by urgency each morning. For example, finish the math assignment due to tomorrow first, then use your spare time for the debate club. 2 Engage in class effectively. 3 You need to take an active part — listen carefully and write down key points and ask questions when confused, like about unclear chemistry reactions or literature analysis. Teachers welcome questions, which help you grasp lessons and avoid falling behind. 4 Classmates and teachers are your key support in high school. Don’t hesitate to greet classmates warmly and share useful study tips. For instance, discuss tough history problems or team up for a group project. This interaction not only makes school fun but also gives you reliable help when stuck. Maintain personal health. A healthy body is the foundation of good study performance. Ensure enough sleep each night, eat balanced meals, and take even 10-minute daily walks to stay positive. 5 If you’re tired or ill, it will ruin your focus. Sticking to these habits helps deal with high school challenges and builds college or future skills. A．Establish positive connections. B．Turn to classmates for help actively. C．Good health improves your study efficiency. D．Joining it can improve your public speaking skills. E．This avoids rushing to finish work at the last minute. F．Just sitting quietly in class isn’t enough to learn well. G．To truly succeed here, good grades alone aren’t enough. A good after-school program can turn free after-school hours into productive learning time. 1 Here are four things a good after-school program can do for those kids. Learn social skills. 2 And with chances to interact (互动) freely, they are able to practice and experiment with social skills. They are allowed to fail and then learn from their mistakes. Provide learning support. Many after-school programs offer homework help. Homework can often cause unhappiness between kids with learning and attention problems and their parents. 3 Besides, personalized help from after-school program teachers allows students to learn a lesson they may have not understood during the day. 4 Some after-school programs offer classes in areas like science or computers. In these classes, there aren’t tests and students may work together in groups. For kids with learning and attention problems, these classes can be relaxing, fun and meaningful. Programs may also offer arts choices like painting and music, which can help kids find new interests. Build confidence. For kids with learning and attention problems, an after-school program may allow more room for mistakes than school does. The risks may not feel as high. 5 This, in turn, can lead to higher confidence. A．Encourage teamwork. B．Make learning more fun. C．As a result, they may feel freer to try new things and take more risks. D．Students have a chance to find out what they are good at. E．After-school programs provide students a chance to meet new people. F．That can be very helpful for kids with learning and attention problems. G．So getting it done during the program can make everyone’s evening more pleasant. Maybe your child is moving to a new neighborhood or just entering middle or high school. 1 . These tips will help make the transition (过渡) a smooth one. Keep a positive focus As the first day draws near, begin talking to your child about her expectations, hopes, and worries about the upcoming school year. 2 . There is no need to be anxious and she can keep a positive mindset. Present school as a place where she’ll learn new things and make friends. 3 While you don’t want your child to take on too much, it’s important to encourage participation (参与) in one or two activities that interest them. Perhaps surprisingly, this strategy often leads to better grades. Research published in 2022 suggests participation in extracurriculars leads to positive health, behavioral, and academic (学业) outcomes for kids aged 12 to 15. Get enough sleep If your child has enjoyed a vacation of late nights and lazy mornings, getting up for school on the first day may be difficult. Help make this transition easier by starting the school-year sleep habit a week or two in advance. 4 . Get enough supplies Spend the week before the first day of school making sure you and your child know what school supplies are required. 5 . But if not, take it upon yourself to ask and then buy the necessities as early as possible. Note that high school students may require specialized tools for more advanced learning. A．Accompany younger kids B．Encourage extra-curricular participation C．Many schools provide a handy list for the lower grades D．Tell her that other children are having the same feelings E．Sleep plays a key role in strengthening learning and memory F．The first few weeks may be filled with anxiety as well as excitement G．Reading books together about school is a good way to remove fear about school Paris is a perfect travel destination with its food, drinks, shop malls and sightseeing spots. But some people are worried about the high cost. 1 Forget the large international hotels in the centre. 2 There are many hotels just two blocks away from the main tourist attractions, which cost as little as US $35 a night each, including breakfast. The real surprise is living among French people and experiencing their life. Seek out small, local cafes when you want a meal. They are at every street corner in the less fancy parts of town. 3 Many have prices as low as US $9 or US $10. Drinks with meals are more expensive but there are some reasonable alternatives (替代). House wine is good: perhaps a couple of dollars per glass. Coffee, thick and lovely, costs US $2.50 a cup. That totals less than $15 per person for dinner and drinks. Getting around Paris is easy and inexpensive. 4 But when you start to tire, take the train. Subway tickets for anywhere across the city cost around a dollar a trip and even less if you buy a multiple-ticket book. The system is quick and efficient. All the maps and signposts are easy to understand. The tickets to Paris’ attractions are not costly. Passes can be bought at major subway stations and elsewhere. The Louvre is a must to visit without doubt. 5 You can’t miss the street architecture, the surrounding atmosphere and the daily goings-on in Paris. More importantly, they cost nothing or little to explore and experience. A．Instead, get off the main streets. B．The breakfast features a local flavor. C．Walking is the best way to feel the street-life. D．Quality wine and tasty food are hard to buy at low prices. E．Actually it is possible to have a good time without spending a lot. F．The Eiffel Tower gives a great view of the city for less than US $10. G．Choose from the fixed-price dinner menus posted outside these cafes. When your Home Becomes a Tourist Attraction Have you ever looked at a beautiful little new house in London and thought “It must be so amazing to live there”? 1 But for the people who actually do live in those homes, social media and phone cameras have changed what it means to live in a picturesque place. Alice Johnston has lived for a long time in Notting Hill, the London neighborhood famous for the beautifully-painted row houses and for being the setting of the movie of the same name. As a writer, Johnston has mixed feelings about her Instagram-beloved neighborhood. She lives on Portobello Road, one of the capital’s most famous streets. 2 Once, she and a friend were walking his bulldog when a tourist asked if she could “borrow” the dog for a quick photo. The friend and the dog agreed, so the person posed with the dog in front of a bright blue door and then handed over five pounds as a thank-you. In that story, everybody had a good time. 3 “I was once woken up at 6 a.m. on Easter Sunday by a French teenager taking pictures outside,” Johnston says. 4 Johnston, for example, tries to understand travelers coming to her hometown. She remembers how she loved taking pictures of historic neighborhoods in Paris, Rome and the like. In fact, she recently found photos of herself as a teenager hanging out at the Notting Hill Carnival years before she moved to London herself. 5 “I feel lucky that it’s cool enough that people want to come where I live.” A．If so, you’re not alone. B．But there can be a darker side. C．And she has seen all kinds of actions people take to get a perfect picture. D．For her, nothing beats the pleasure to see so many people excited about it. E．However, when private homes become tourist attractions, quarrels can happen. F．As a travel lover, she has become pretty understanding when seeing the crowds again. G．Living in a much-photographed place, some people learn to take the good with the bad. Workout fads (狂热) come and go, but virtually no other exercise program is as lasting as yoga (瑜伽). It originated from India and it’s been around for more than 5,000 years. 1 2 Yoga does more than burn calories and tone muscles. It’s a total mind-body workout that combines strengthening and stretching poses with deep breathing and meditation or relaxation. Research shows yoga can help manage stress, improve mood, and enhance the quality of sleep. In addition, yoga has been shown to increase flexibility, improve balance and increase strength. 3 All these types, from the peaceful hatha to the high-intensity power yoga, take your workout to a level of mind-body connection. People of all ages and fitness levels can do the most basic yoga poses and stretches. You can do yoga anywhere, indoors or out. You’ll need to use a yoga mat to keep you from sliding around in standing poses, and to cushion you while in seated and lying positions. 4 It includes a yoga ball for balance, a yoga block or two, and straps to help you reach for your feet or link your hands behind your back. Even though there are many instructional books and DVDs on yoga, it is well worth it to invest in some classes with a good instructor who can show you how to do the postures. But if you don’t live near a studio, or you’re the on-the-go type who struggles to make time for a regular class, doing yoga at home can help you fit the practice into your life. 5 Simply choose the time and the length of the session that works for you, and get your “om” on at home. A．Other optional equipment may also be needed. B．There are more than 100 different forms of yoga. C．Now it is a popular practice throughout the world. D．These diverse benefits partly explain yoga’s global popularity. E．Therefore, finding a qualified instructor is highly recommended. F．Yoga has long been praised for its physical and spiritual benefits. G．You don’t have to wait for a specific class time or commit to a class. How to Keep an Active Lifestyle as a Teenager With schoolwork and after-school tasks filling your time, exercise is easy to skip. But staying active is good for your body, makes you feel happy and helps you focus better on study. Here are simple ways to add more movement to your days. 1 Instead of taking the bus, getting a parent’s ride or using apps, walk or bike to school. This adds an easy exercise without extra time. You can also get off the bus one stop early and walk the rest-soon it’ll become a usual thing. Many schools have sports teams like soccer, basketball or track. Joining them lets you stay active and make friends. Join a sports team or try a non-competitive club. For example, yoga clubs help you move more easily, dance clubs make your heart beat faster, and hiking clubs let you enjoy nature while moving. 2 Screen time takes up much of teens’ lives — looking through phone pages, playing games or watching videos. 3 Even 15 minutes of activity, like jumping jacks or playing catch with family, is better than sitting. You can also follow a short online exercise video to use screens in an active way. Planning active trips with friends helps too. 4 Laughing and talking makes exercise feel like fun, not work. Try rollerblading, playing basketball in the park or walking in the mall together. Don’t change too much all at once — it will make you tired out. Start with small things: walk to school once a week or do 10-minute exercises. Add more as you get used to these habits. 5 The most important thing is to make exercise something you look forward to, not a boring task. A．Exercising with friends makes it more fun. B．Walk or bike to school for daily movement. C．Turn screen time into time for physical activity. D．Eat healthy food to support your active lifestyle. E．These are just as good for exercise but more relaxing. F．Start small with easy daily changes to build a lasting active habit. G．Study hard to keep a good balance between schoolwork and daily exercise. Natural disasters can strike at any time, and schools are no exception. Here are some steps for students to take to survive when a natural disaster hits schools. Prepare an emergency kit. 1 It should include necessary items such as a flashlight, batteries, a first-aid kit, water, and non-perishable (不易腐坏的) food. Keeping this kit at hand can ensure students are always prepared. Practice regular drills (演习). Regular disaster drills are just as important as fire drills. 2 Schools should conduct such drills regularly to ensure that students know what to do when a real disaster occurs, which will help students react quickly and minimize the risk. Recognise safe areas. Knowing where safe zones are in the school can be a lifesaver. When a disaster hits, students should quickly head to the nearest safe area that can provide the best protection. Examples include hallways, under desks, or designated shelter areas. 3 Understand the risk types. Different areas may face different types of natural disasters. For example, coastal areas are more likely to experience hurricanes, and landslides are a main danger in mountainous areas. 4 By learning specific knowledge, they can take appropriate action during a disaster. 5 Students should stay calm and take immediate action based on different situations. For example, during a tornado, they should move to the lowest floor of the building and take cover under stable furniture. In the event of a flood, students should move to higher grounds. Earthquakes require us to drop to the ground, take cover under a table, and hold on until the shake stops. A．Offer immediate care. B．Take action in different situations. C．Schools should check on all students and workers. D．Every student should have a personal emergency kit. E．These areas should be decided in advance within the school. F．They help students learn what to do in real emergency situations. G．So schools should teach students knowledge about the specific type of disaster in their local area. Typhoons (台风) are powerful natural disasters that bring strong winds, heavy rains, and storm waves, often causing big damage. But if we follow a clear plan — prepare early, protect well, and act wisely — we can keep ourselves safe and cut down losses a lot. 1 . Keep an eye on warnings 2 . Notice color-coded (颜色编码的) warnings (like red for the most extreme weather) in them and follow their guidance. Share warnings with family too, so everyone stays informed and ready to act fast if needed. 3 You’ll need basic supplies to get through the typhoon. Prepare at least three days’ worth of drinking water and non-spoiled food (like biscuits, canned food). Also pack a small emergency bag with: a flashlight, a power bank, common medicines, waterproof tape, a whistle, and some cash. Strengthen your home’s doors and windows Your house protects you from typhoons — keep it strong! Before the typhoon, check if your doors and windows are strong. And don’t forget the outside: bring in flower planters, clothes hangers, or even your bike. 4 . Stay away from dangerous places During a typhoon, your safety comes first. Never hang out outside, by windows, under billboards, near big trees, or by rivers. 5 . You can’t tell how deep the water is, and your car might get swept away. A．Prepare some food and water B．Store up emergency materials C．You must warn others of the danger D．Here are some key tips for you to remember E．And don’t try to drive through flooded roads F．Check official weather apps or local radio regularly G．If left outside, they might be blown away and hurt someone Mastering new knowledge can take a lot of time and effort, but what do you do if you need to learn something quickly? Here are useful ways for you. Take handwritten notes. You’re more likely to remember something you’ve written down. It helps you gain information better the first time you learn it, so you don’t have to review it over and over again in the future. The process of writing your notes helps you learn things faster. 1 Explain information to someone else. As you study the information yourself, try to think about how you would teach it to a friend. 2 What main points would you stress? What key facts and definitions would you include? Research suggests that it’s beneficial to study with the expectation of teaching the information to someone else. Read things out as much as you can. 3 If you’ re studying from a book, an online source, or your notes, read important keywords aloud to lock them into your memory. Since you’ re continually speaking, the information stands out better in your long-term memory. 4 By doing it, you can know what topic to revise. Make a note of what you have trouble remembering. Then you can go back and practice it some more. That way, you aren’t wasting time focusing on things you’ve known well. You can test yourself on a textbook chapter. 5 You can also find many practice tests online for the subject you’ re studying. A．Try self-testing. B．Avoid new topics. C．Before it, consider some details. D．Or summarize the knowledge in your own words. E．Rereading cuts down on learning and review time. F．It also leaves you with important knowledge to revise. G．Maybe your friend is ready to listen to your explanation. Do you want to learn how to speak English well? Read on for some suggestions that will help you speak English more fluently (流利地), in less time. Accept that English grammar has a lot of exceptions. Sometimes, you can find patterns (模式) in English grammar, but other times English doesn’t make sense at all. For example, why is “mice” the plural (复数) of “mouse,” but “houses” is the plural of “house”? 1 The best thing to do is just remember the strange exceptions and move on. Focus on whole phrases (短语) instead of single words. Speaking English fluently means being able to express your thoughts, feelings and ideas. 2 You’ll find that English is more useful in your everyday life if you study whole phrases, rather than just vocabulary and verbs. Learn some English slang (俚语). It can be helpful to know English slang words and phrases so that you can “stay modern” and understand modern English speech. 3 Knowing slang can improve real English fluency because it can let you follow along with the kinds of conversations that happen today. 4 Stop thinking of yourself as someone who is learning English, and start thinking of yourself as someone who speaks English. This also means you need to start thinking in English. If you want to say the word “apple” in English, for example, you probably think of the word in your native language first, and then try to think of the correct word in English. 5 A．Pay attention to the sounds native speakers use. B．Think directly in English instead of translating. C．Slang is always present, so you can’t avoid seeing it. D．Unluckily, there are many exceptions to English rules. E．To avoid the same mistakes, you must learn from them. F．Your goal is to speak English in full sentences, so learn it in full sentences. G．Instead, try imagining a picture of an apple, and then think of the word “apple.” How to Overcome the Harmful Habit of Judging Ah, punctuality — the art of being precisely on time. It’s a concept so deeply rooted in some cultures that even being a minute late can cause a small-scale panic attack. 1 Let’s examine whether punctuality is the defining feature of a superior society or merely another subjective construct. Each part of the world has a unique relationship with time, enriching the fabric of global culture. In Japan, for example, you’re always expected to arrive on time, and preferably a few minutes early. 2 Tough luck, but the next one will be there precisely on the dot. In contrast, the Philippines has a more relaxed approach to time. If someone says 3 o’clock, arriving around 3:30 is common and expected. This isn’t laziness, but a cultural preference for living in the moment. But does being punctual make a culture more advanced? The Swiss are celebrated for their precision and punctuality, often cited as a perfect example of efficiency. Their trains run on time, their watches are the gold standard. 3 And Switzerland is often ranked as one of the most developed and happiest countries in the world, but let’s wait a bit to conclude. Consider the case of Brazil, where “Brazilian time” is a well-known concept. 4 If you attend a party at the specified time, you’ll likely find the host still in their bathrobe. Many Brazilians have a laid-back approach to life.They don’t sweat the small stuff like running five minutes late because they’re busy enjoying life. Many live by the motto, “Tudo bem,” which means “It’s all good.” Honestly, they seem to be onto something. So, is punctuality essential? It depends on what cultures you are in. Whether you’re a stickler for punctuality or more laid-back, what truly matters is how you spend your time. 5 Let’s try to find that middle ground where we can respect others’ time while embracing the joy of living in the moment. Ultimately, time is just a construct, and life is too short to stress about being late. A．Miss a train by a minute? B．Punctuality is timeless art. C．But is punctuality essential? D．In this context, punctuality is flexible. E．You could set your clock by their daily routines. F．There, being late is not only accepted but expected. G．Are you enjoying the journey or constantly watching the clock? How to Deal with Culture Shock While Abroad It is very common for students to experience culture shock — a feeling of anxiety and discomfort when faced with an unfamiliar culture. Preparing in advance by learning about local customs and social norms can significantly ease the adjustment process. 1 Embrace cultural differences. One of the most valuable benefits of studying abroad is gaining meaningful insight into a different culture. You don’t have to agree with or adopt every cultural difference you encounter — the key is to acknowledge their existence and show genuine respect. 2 It will help you appreciate what makes each culture unique, ultimately deepening your cross-cultural understanding and personal growth. 3 Cultural differences should not be barriers to forming meaningful connections. Actively befriending local people can dramatically reduce feelings of loneliness. Local friends can introduce you to aspects of daily life, traditions, and perspectives that most tourists completely miss. These relationships will also provide you with natural opportunities to practice and improve your language skills in authentic, real-life situations. Take a cultural class. 4 You might choose to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese egg coffee, practice basic Chinese kungfu moves, or dance the passionate Argentine tango. These hands-on experiences offer enjoyable and immersive (沉浸式的) ways to understand what is important to the local people and how their history has shaped their contemporary way of life. Visit landmarks of cultural importance. Make time to visit sites of deep historical and cultural significance, such as the Berlin Wall or Ground Zero in New York. 5 Understanding the history builds empathy and explains your host country’s society. By actively engaging with the local culture, you can turn culture shock into personal growth, returning home with a broader perspective and lasting memories. A．Make local friends. B．Learn the language. C．Explore culture in a structured class. D．Maintain an open and curious mindset. E．Here are some practical and effective tips. F．Checking in with your friends and family can bring you comfort. G．These powerful places tell significant stories about a nation’s past. Have you ever walked past an empty lot (空地) and wondered, “What if this space grew with food-producing plants and flowers?” That’s how community gardening began for many neighborhoods. 1 What starts as a small group’s dream quickly grows into a neighborhood center, uniting people through a common love of nurturing (培育) life. It turns a forgotten corner into a shared treasure, where people of all ages work side by side. Last summer, I joined my local community garden. At first, I worried I knew nothing about growing plants. 2 The garden was full of kind teachers eager to share their wisdom and patience with newcomers like me. Lopez, a retired gardener, taught me to tell the difference between weeds and young lettuce. The garden changed how neighbors interact with each other. Every Saturday morning our community garden becomes a meeting place. Neighbors bring their home-baked bread to share. Newcomers find friends who help them feel at home. 3 Now there are over 18,000 community gardens across North America. They are key educational projects. They teach about caring for the earth and connect people with nature. 4 When a late frost damaged our tomato plants, we didn’t give up. We replanted together and learned to protect young plants, next time. It showed us how to turn challenges into chances to grow. 5 They build trust, joy, and a sense of belonging that extends far beyond the garden gates. Community gardening is not just about growing vegetables — it’s about growing a community. The next time you see an empty space, maybe you’ll think of the possibilities. A single seed, shared with others, can grow into something wonderful. A．It’s a simple idea with powerful results. B．But I soon found I didn’t need to be an expert. C．These gardens do more than grow food, though. D．They also teach about patience and perseverance. E．Create a schedule for watering, weeding, and harvesting. F．Urban designers play a crucial role in inspiring these projects. G．Even small talks while pulling weeds can build strong bonds. If you could develop any of a cat’s sensory abilities, which would you choose? Perhaps hearing, so you can identify each cockroach (蟑螂) in your building. 1 While big cats have perfect vision for spotting animals they hunt far across the grasslands, house cats don’t actually have great eyes. In 2013, artist Nickolay Lamm painted how the world looks through a cat’s eyes. Among other key differences, like their improved night vision, is their color perception. In these images, wide views of everything around look unclear. 2 Thus, Bruce Kornreich, an animal expert specializing in heart problems, explains what’s happening inside their eyes. “They do well with blues and yellow,” Kornreich adds. 3 It’s not because cats can only see these two colors, but they’re better at detecting these colors’ slight differences than others’. Blue is at one end of that spectrum (光谱) with a shorter wavelength at around 380 nanometers, while red is at the other end with long wavelengths at around 700 nm. 4 Instead, they don’t see them with the same richness of shade. Certain colors in Lamm’s cat-eye pictures look washed out and not as bright. Red, for example, looks “just kind of like a dark color,” Kornreich describes. Cats can better detect brightness on the blue-yellow end of the spectrum than the green-red end. Still, there aren’t necessarily any advantages that come with treating your cats with blue and yellow toys. If you’re disappointed that your cats can’t enjoy the Christmas season or, say, learn to read traffic lights, don’t wear an upset look. 5 A．After all, they can clearly see your facial expressions. B．That doesn’t mean that cats fail to see reds and greens. C．Many wonder what range of colors they can actually see. D．However, they have trouble distinguishing greens and reds. E．Cats are sensitive to colors in the same spectrum as humans. F．This sense helps world perception, yet sight won’t be your pick. G．But without good vision, you can’t precisely place cockroach poison. They say a dog is man’s best friend, but sometimes the two just don’t connect. When this connection fails to form, daily coexistence becomes challenging for both the owner and the pet. Giving up a family pet can be heartbreaking. 1 Their work has confirmed a common suspicion: dogs really look like their owners. More importantly, for a lasting friendship, they often have similar personalities. How do these similarities show? One area is physical appearance. 2 Some sources of similarity are clear — women with short hair often own dogs with floppy ears, while those with long hair prefer long-eared breeds. 3 Introverted (内向的) owners often have dogs that are more nervous around strangers. On the other hand, conscientious (认真的) people own dogs that are more motivated and easier to train. Why does this happen? Psychologists say that humans naturally value relationships with those who look and behave like them. 4 However, the matching of personalities is more complex than the matching of looks. It’s not just about choice. 5 For example, being around less confident people could make a dog more nervous. Similar influences have been found in human relationships, like married couples who grow to resemble each other over time. So, for the best results, finding a dog that looks and thinks like you might be important. Alternatively, you could consider a cat. A．Another similar mirroring effect happens with personality. B．Adopting a dog from a shelter can be a rewarding experience C．Training a dog to be friendly requires a lot of patience and time. D．Dogs often physically resemble their owners in noticeable ways. E．So researchers in Germany are studying what makes a perfect match. F．This idea also seems to apply to the bonds between humans and dogs. G．The owner’s behavior can actually shape the dog’s personality over time. The roll-out of 5G technology is set to transform not only the way we live but also the modes of work, promising innovative changes across societies. 1 It enables smooth 4K/8K video streaming, instant downloads of large files, and better online gaming experiences that redefine digital entertainment. Beyond entertainment, 5G has significant implications for critical industries such as healthcare and transportation. For example, surgeons could perform complex remote surgeries with minimal delay. This ensures precise control even from thousands of miles away. Self-driving cars will communicate with each other and traffic infrastructure (基础设施) in real time. 2 However, the change to 5G is not without challenges. 3 Additionally, some rural areas may face delays in accessing this technology due to the high cost of building infrastructure like small cell towers and fiber-optic (光纤) networks, widening the digital divide temporarily. 4 The Internet of Things (IoT) will greatly gain from 5G, as it can support billions of connected devices at the same time. Smart cities, powered by 5G, could improve traffic flow via intelligent signals, reduce energy consumption by auto-adjusting public services, and enhance public safety with real-time observation and rapid emergency response systems. Governments and companies worldwide are investing heavily in 5G infrastructure to seize these opportunities. As more devices-from smartphones and to autonomous vehicles-become interconnected, the demand for faster, more reliable, and short-delay networks will only increase, making 5G as the cornerstone of the next digital revolution. 5 A．This greatly cuts risks through instant data exchange. B．Despite these problems, the potential benefits are enormous. C．Moreover, 5G can support the development of healthcare industry. D．4G networks will soon become outdated as 5G becomes mainstream. E．Many people are concerned about the health risks associated with 5G radiation. F．One major advantage is its short delay, which reduces the slow response in communication. G．As it matures, its extensive impacts will bring about a more connected and intelligent world. Finding Your Balance with Social Media Social media is a big part of our lives. It helps us stay connected with friends and explore our interests. However, spending too much time on it can have negative effects. The key is to find a healthy balance. First, be aware of how much time you are spending. 1 Most smartphones have a “screen time” feature that can show you the exact number. You might be surprised by the results. Next, consider a “digital detox (排毒)”. 2 For example, you could decide not to use your phone during meals or for the first hour after you wake up. This helps you focus on the real world and the people around you. Also, curate your online environment carefully. 3 If an account constantly makes you feel inadequate or unhappy, it’s okay to unfollow it. Your social media feed should be a place that inspires and supports you, not brings you down. Furthermore, don’t believe everything you see. 4 People often only post the highlights of their lives, not the ordinary or difficult moments. Reminding yourself of this can reduce feelings of comparison and insecurity. Finally, replace some of your online time with real-world activities. 5 Reading a book, playing a sport, or simply talking face-to-face with family can be much more fulfilling and relaxing. Finding balance doesn’t mean giving up social media completely. It means using it as a tool for enrichment, not letting it control your time and emotions. A．This means taking regular breaks from social media. B．It’s important to know what is happening in the world. C．Unfollowing negative accounts can make a big difference. D．You can start by tracking your usage for a few days. E．Remember that social media is a highlight reel, not real life. F．Engage in hobbies that do not require a screen. G．You don’t have to compare yourself with others online. As a well-known weather presenter, there are times when I’m walking around a supermarket, and a shopper will approach me with a complaint: “I hosted my son’s wedding on Saturday, and you told me it was going to rain, but it didn’t. Why did you get it wrong?” Over my career, forecasting has improved almost beyond recognition. Liz Bentley, a professor of meteorology at Reading University, notes that a one-day forecast is now correct more than 90% of the time. 1 A YouGov survey last summer found that 37% of British adults didn’t trust the weather forecast “very much” or “at all”. So why, with all our wealth of knowledge and powerful forecasting technology, do some people still perceive the weather forecasts as incorrect? 2 In today’s world, we have access to instant information. We can adjust the temperature of our fridges or diagnose problems with our cars using our smartphones in seconds. So why can’t we find out whether it’s going to rain on our street at 2 pm on Sunday with 100% accuracy? 3 Meteorology (气象学) produces an overwhelming amount of data; it’s difficult to turn it into a brief, attention-grabbing prediction for TV or digital app. It means that even when we are technically correct, some viewers might still be confused. The real challenge lies in the tricky nature of meteorology. 4 A slight error — even as small as 0.01°C — in the initial data can produce a drastically different result. It’s important to remember that forecasting is about predicting. The future of weather forecasting may soon be transformed by Artificial Intelligence (AI). As AI is more flexible, users will soon have access to frequently-changing forecasts. But there are upsides too. The advances in AI and forecasting offer exciting possibilities, including the prospect of much longer-term, more accurate forecasts. Perhaps one day, I’ll meet a mother who asks me to predict weather at her son’s wedding six months from now. 5 A．It’s a delicate science. B．Viewers are no longer interested. C．However, there are still gaps in public trust. D．Part of the answer is in our rising expectations. E．And then I might be able to give a better answer. F．We will make sure technology bugs never happen. G．Another reason is how the information is communicated. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $