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Section Ⅲ Using language
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Ⅰ.阅读理解
Overcoming learning disabilities has long been a challenge for educators and students alike.However, recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology have shown promise in revolutionizing the way we approach education for students with learning disabilities.
One of the most significant ways AI can assist is through the use of adaptive learning systems.These systems use algorithms (算法) to analyze a student's performance and adjust the learning content and pace accordingly.This personalized approach allows them to progress at their own pace, without feeling overwhelmed or left behind.Furthermore, adaptive learning systems can identify areas where a student may be struggling and provide targeted support.
Another way AI can support them is through natural language processing (NLP) technology. NLP enables computers to understand and interpret human language, allowing AI-powered tools to provide real-time feedback on a student's written work.This can be particularly beneficial for students with dyslexia,_who often struggle with spelling, grammar, and sentence structure.By providing immediate feedback, students can identify and correct their mistakes, leading to improved writing skills and increased confidence.
AI can also play a role in developing their social and emotional skills. Many students with learning disabilities experience social isolation. AI-powered social robots can recognize and respond to human emotions, allowing students to engage in interactive conversations and activities that help develop their social and emotional intelligence.
While the potential benefits of AI in education are clear, it is essential to recognize AI isn't a one-size-fits-all solution.Educators must carefully consider the moral implications of using AI in the classroom and ensure these tools are used responsibly and with the best interests of the students in mind. Moreover, it is crucial to remember AI shouldn't replace human educators but rather serve as a tool to enhance and support their efforts. Teachers play a vital role by providing empathy, understanding, and guidance that cannot be reproduced by a machine. By combining the power of AI with the skills and compassion of human educators, we can create a more inclusive and effective educational environment for all students.
语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了人工智能在帮助学生克服学习障碍以及提高社交和情感技能方面可以发挥的作用。
1.How can adaptive systems help students with learning disabilities?
A.By adjusting their learning methods.
B.By analyzing their learning abilities.
C.By satisfying their curiosity in learning.
D.By offering personalized learning assistance.
解析:选D 细节理解题。根据第二段第三、四句可知,适应性系统通过提供个性化的学习帮助有学习障碍的学生。
2.What does the underlined word “dyslexia” in paragraph 3 refer to?
A.A mental illness affecting human intelligence.
B.A brain disease leading to lack of confidence in study.
C.A language-related skill applied in the learning process.
D.A learning disorder involving difficulty in reading and writing.
解析:选D 词义猜测题。根据画线词后文“who often struggle with spelling, grammar, and sentence structure”可知,患有dyslexia的学生经常在拼写、语法和句子结构上有困难,即存在包括读写困难的学习障碍。故画线词意思是“一种包括读写困难的学习障碍”。
3.What is the value of AI-powered social robots?
A.Engaging students in learning activities.
B.Narrowing the social distance between people.
C.Assisting learners to overcome social isolation.
D.Helping learners adopt effective reading strategies.
解析:选C 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中的“AI-powered social robots can recognize and respond to human emotions, allowing students to engage in interactive conversations and activities that help develop their social and emotional intelligence.”可知,人工智能社交机器人的价值是帮助学习者克服社会孤立。
4.What does the author say about AI in the last paragraph?
A.It can't provide understanding like human educators.
B.It can't create an inclusive learning environment.
C.It can meet a wide range of learning needs.
D.It can guarantee learners' data security.
解析:选A 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“Teachers play a vital role by providing empathy, understanding, and guidance that cannot be reproduced by a machine.”可知,人工智能不能像人类教育者那样提供理解。
Ⅱ.完形填空
When Dao Hieu Phong first had the idea for Ono, an AI-powered waste-sorting robot, he didn't expect it would lead him to become one of the winners. Yet his creative solution to __5___ waste management at his former school, the Vietnam-Australia International School, demonstrates why he stood out among the applicants.
“Despite countless __6__ campaigns, I noticed that my fellow students continued to misuse separation bins. We needed a new __7___ to build a waste-sorting habit across the school — something more creative, engaging and __8___,” Phong said.
This __9___ sparked the creation of Ono. The idea was __10__ : a robot attached to the sorting bins that automatically opens the correct lid (盖子) after __11__ the type of waste.
Working from his bedroom-turned-engineering-lab, Phong dove into __12__ territory. “In the first week, I built dozens of circuits and made a __13__ of my bedroom. I had no prior __14__ with robotics and machine learning. So, engineering and building a robot from the ground up was no easy __15__,” he recalled.
“I managed to __16__ the first Ono in a month. Still, we needed upgrades, so off I went again.” The determination __17__ at last.
“I have always dreamed of becoming a great inventor,” Phong said. “To __18__, I must envision the future and dare to go where no one has. There's no better time to __19__ my dreams than now.”
语篇解读:本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了越南学生Dao Hieu Phong为解决学校垃圾分类问题,研发出人工智能垃圾分类机器人Ono,尽管面临诸多困难,但他坚持不懈,最终成功并获奖,实现了自己的发明梦想。
5.A.assessing B.confirming
C.defining D.improving
解析:选D 根据上文“an AI-powered waste-sorting robot”以及下文“waste management”可知,Dao Hieu Phong使用人工智能垃圾分类机器人是为了改进废物管理。
6.A.safety B.awareness
C.charity D.election
解析:选B 根据下文“my fellow students continued to misuse separation bins”和表示转折的Despite可知,尽管有无数提高垃圾分类意识的运动,但同学们仍在误用分类垃圾桶。
7.A.budget B.approach
C.standard D.material
解析:选B 根据下文“to build a waste-sorting habit across the school”可知,此处指需要一种新的方法来培养全校范围内的垃圾分类习惯。
8.A.beautiful B.profitable
C.effective D.affordable
解析:选C 根据上文“I noticed that my fellow students continued to misuse separation bins”以及“to build a waste-sorting habit across the school”可知,同学们仍在误用分类垃圾桶,因此需要一种更有创意、更有吸引力且有效的新方法,下文“sparked the creation of Ono”也印证了这一点。
9.A.realization B.shame
C.reputation D.conflict
解析:选A 根据上文“Yet his creative solution to ________ waste management at his former school”以及下文“sparked the creation of Ono”可知,Dao Hieu Phong对于改进废物管理的这一认识,激发了他创造Ono的想法。
10.A.funny B.abstract
C.simple D.vital
解析:选C 根据下文“a robot attached to the sorting bins that automatically opens the correct lid (盖子) after __________ the type of waste”可知,Ono这个机器人的功能描述显示其想法相对简单。
11.A.producing B.changing
C.collecting D.identifying
解析:选D 根据上文“a robot attached to the sorting bins”以及下文“the type of waste”可知,这个机器人的作用是识别垃圾类型。
12.A.unfamiliar B.unreal
C.unsafe D.unpleasant
解析:选A 根据下文“I had no prior ________ with robotics and machine learning.”可知,Phong之前不了解机器人和机器学习,所以他进入了不熟悉的领域。
13.A.study B.show
C.mess D.point
解析:选C 根据上文“I built dozens of circuits”以及下文“of my bedroom”可知,Phong制作了很多电路,把卧室弄得一团糟。make a mess of是固定短语,意为“把……弄得一团糟”。
14.A.trouble B.interaction
C.experience D.cooperation
解析:选C 根据上文“Phong dove into ______ territory”以及“I had no prior”可知,Phong之前没有机器人和机器学习方面的经验。have experience with是固定短语,意为“有……的经验”。
15.A.game B.task
C.option D.test
解析:选B 根据上文“I had no prior ________ with robotics and machine learning.”可知,从零开始设计和制造一个机器人绝非易事,这是一项艰难的任务。
16.A.operate B.observe
C.research D.build
解析:选D 根据下文“Still, we needed upgrades, so off I went again.”可知,此处指Phong设法在一个月内组装了第一个Ono。
17.A.paid off B.came back
C.fell apart D.ran out
解析:选A 根据第一段中“an AI-powered waste-sorting robot, he didn't expect it would lead him to become one of the winners.”以及上文“I managed to ________ the first Ono in a month.”可知,Phong的努力最终得到回报,他凭借这个机器人获得了奖项。
18.A.volunteer B.invent
C.struggle D.consult
解析:选B 根据上文“I have always dreamed of becoming a great inventor”可知,此处指Dao Hieu Phong想要进行发明创造。
19.A.pursue B.ignore
C.consider D.abandon
解析:选A 根据上文“I have always dreamed of becoming a great inventor”以及下文“my dreams”可知,此处指Dao Hieu Phong认为现在是追求自己梦想的最佳时机。
Ⅲ.语法填空(15分)
The UK Dementia (痴呆) Research Institute team at Cardiff University used artificial intelligence __20__ (analyse) data from 103,712 smartwatch wearers. And by __21__ (track) their speed of movement over a single week, the computer programs were able to identify those people __22__ were in the early stages of Parkinson's disease (帕金森病). It is hoped that this could finally be used as __23__ practical tool.But more studies, comparing these findings with other data __24__ (gather) around the world, are needed to check how accurate it will be.
And since about 30% of the UK population used wearable __25__ (device), study leader Dr Cynthia Sandor said, they might offer a cheap and __26__ (rely) way to identify early-stage Parkinson's disease.Dr Kathryn Peall, who worked on the study, said that it appeared to be accurate and distinguish Parkinson's disease __27__ other things that might affect movement, such as old age or weakness.According to research from a market and consumer insights site, nearly 230 million people __28__ (make) the most of wearable equipment in 2027.
Where this work is __29__ (potential) important to the field is that we hope that new therapies (治疗方法) that allow us to slow disease progression will become available.
语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了英国卡迪夫大学研究员用人工智能来鉴定帕金森病早期症状。
20.to analyse 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知,空处在句中作目的状语,应用不定式。
21.tracking 考查非谓语动词。介词by后应加动名词作宾语。
22.that/who 考查定语从句。空处引导定语从句,且在从句中作主语,先行词为those people,指人,故填关系代词that/who。
23.a 考查冠词。此处表示“一种实用的工具”,所以应用不定冠词,表泛指,且 practical的发音以辅音音素开头,故填a。
24.gathered 考查非谓语动词。句子谓语动词是are needed,这里other data与gather之间为被动关系,所以应填过去分词作后置定语。
25.devices 考查名词复数。 device表“设备”,为可数名词;由“30% of the UK population”可知,此处应用复数形式作宾语。
26.reliable 考查形容词。 根据and前的cheap以及句意可知,此空应填形容词作定语,修饰后面的名词way。
27.from 考查介词。 distinguish ... from ...表示“区分……与……”,为固定搭配。
28.will make/will be making 考查时态。此处表示2027年将有近2.3亿人充分利用可穿戴设备。由时间状语“in 2027”可知,此空可用一般将来时或者将来进行时。
29.potentially 考查副词。空处应填副词作状语,修饰后面的形容词important。
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