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Section Ⅳ　“Developing ideas”的课文习读环节 [课时跟踪检测] Ⅰ.阅读理解 A I am a part of the Windward Robotics team known as the Omnicats, one of the many clubs offered at my school. My eight teammates and I started out by watching the robotics qualifiers (资格赛) and finals of Chinese teams.We used these robotics videos for inspiration and drew up mind maps of what our team wanted to do. We met every day for two hours after school in order to build our robots.Typically, adults oversee what students are building, but my school lets teens take control.It leaves room for more errors, but we're prouder of our final product. Before our first real match, a practice one was offered at the actual site.My sub-team had been further along than other teams but quickly fell behind.When that big day arrived, I immediately felt my teammates' nervousness.Our first match was in three minutes. All of us glanced around at each other. It seemed that tons of tasks were waiting for us to handle. Our robot was still sitting in a box. Two of our teammates rushed to take the robot for an official examination as the rest of us discussed our strategy. Our team captain explained that we all should try driving the robot now, while it was early in the season. She gave me the remote. I had only driven for a limited amount of time in practice so I was extremely nervous.Our autonomous code (自动代码) began to run almost immediately after our short discussion.Despite all the drama, we ended up winning the match. Not too bad for the first match! I was so proud.I did not enjoy the pressure of driving but liked building the robot behind the scenes instead. We have transferred to a different type of robotics at the end of the season, which involves the whole team designing one giant robot with large tools. I am a part of the electrical team now, so I make sure the motherboard (母板) can supply the robot's energy needs.We have all enjoyed the rest of the season and learned that robotics is never dull! 语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者和队友参加一场机器人比赛的故事。 1．What does the underlined word “oversee” in paragraph 2 mean? A．Check.　　　　　　　 B．Revise. C．Preview. 　 D．Request. 解析：选A　词义猜测题。根据画线词所在句中的“but”可知，but前后表示转折。but后“my school lets teens take control”讲述了学校让学生们自己掌控。再结合句中的“Typically”可推知，but前讲述的是一般情况下成年人会监督学生创造的东西。oversee意为“监督”，与check意思最接近。 2．Why did the teammates feel so nervous before their first match? A．They didn't prepare for it at all. B．It was really too difficult for them. C．They didn't make full preparations before the match. D．They were scared by the match. 解析：选C　推理判断题。根据第三段中的描述可知，在离第一场比赛还有三分钟时，他们似乎有许多事情还没做，他们的机器人仍然在盒子里，其余人在商讨策略时两个队友带着机器人匆忙参加比赛去了，这一切都显得他们准备不足，手忙脚乱。 3．What did the author think of their first robotics match? A．It was tiring but exciting. B．It was stressful but wonderful. C．It was terrible but delightful. D．It was boring but rewarding. 解析：选B　观点态度题。根据第四段中的“Not too bad for the first match! I was so proud.”可知，作者认为虽然他们的第一场机器人比赛很紧张，但结果却挺不错。 4．What is the best title for the text? A．Robotics Is Never Dull B．Teamwork for Robots C．A Person Who Loves Robots D．My First Robot 解析：选B　标题归纳题。通读全文可知，本文主要介绍了作者及其团队如何准备机器人比赛以及比赛前后的事情。故选项B适合作文章标题。 B Scientists in Australia have used Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help them locate a rare bird called the Plains-wanderer. This new information will help scientists protect the birds, a critically endangered bird species native to Australia's declining grasslands. This groundbreaking approach offers new hope for protecting these unique creatures whose population has dramatically decreased by over 85% in recent decades. The Plains-wanderer, standing merely 15cm tall, exhibits strange characteristics that make it evolutionarily distinct. Classified in its own family, this flight-challenged bird spends most of its life hiding in grasslands. Females display reversed gender roles — larger in size and responsible for territory defense, while smaller males hatch eggs. Their strict habitat requirements for “just right” grass density (密度) has earned them the “Goldilock” nickname among researchers. Zoos Victoria says, “There is no bird like it in the world.” In fact, scientists have put the species into a “family” all by itself, since there are no other similar birds. Facing habitat loss from agricultural expansion, current estimates suggest only 250 — 1,000 individuals remain in the wild. Traditional monitoring methods proved ineffective due to the birds' exceptional hiding abilities and vast grassland ranges. Zoos Victoria partnered with Queensland University of Technology to develop an innovative solution: setting up 35 audio recording devices across nine potential habitats. To protect these rare birds, scientists first had to learn where they were. So Zoos Victoria worked with Queensland University of Technology on a plan to locate the birds. Since Plains-wanderers are hard to spot, the team chose to “listen” for the birds instead. The research team collected tens of thousands of hours of environmental recordings, focusing on the female's distinctive “Ooom” mating call. Artificial Intelligence proved crucial in analyzing this massive dataset, successfully identifying Plains-wanderer calls at two sites west of Melbourne — the first confirmed sightings in this region in over three decades. Researchers continue expanding this AI-assisted monitoring program, demonstrating how technology can bridge conservation challenges in the modern age. 语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了科学家利用人工智能技术定位并保护澳大利亚濒危鸟类平原鹨的情况。 5．What does the underlined word “reversed” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Opposite 　 B．Traditional C．Maintained 　 D．Enhanced 解析：选A　词义猜测题。根据第二段画线词所在句可知，平原鹨雌性表现出相反的性别角色，因此画线词“reversed”与“opposite”意义相近。 6．Why is Plains-wanderer called the “Goldilock”？ A．It has golden feathers. B．It prefers suitable grassland. C．It is as small as Goldilock. D．It is particular about food. 解析：选B　细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句可知，平原鹨被称为“金凤花姑娘”是因为它们对栖息地的草密度有非常严格的要求。 7．What can we infer about Plains-wanderer from the text? A．It is widely distributed across Australia. B．Its number has increased with AI monitoring location. C．Its survival is threatened by human activities. D．It relies on flying to escape from danger. 解析：选C　推理判断题。根据第四段第一句可知，平原鹨的生存正受到人类活动(农业扩张)的威胁。 8．What is the main purpose of writing paragraph 5? A．To explain the birds' living habits. B．To describe the AI analysis process. C．To compare different research methods. D．To show the procedures of tracking the birds. 解析：选D　推理判断题。根据第五段可知，本段主要展示了科学家们利用人工智能技术追踪平原鹨的过程，包括定位计划、选择“听”声方法、收集录音、借助人工智能分析数据及成功识别等步骤。 Ⅱ.阅读七选五 In recent years, digital learning tools have reshaped classrooms. While interactive platforms and AI tutors promise personalized education, unregulated adoption may undermine (逐步削落) core values. A University of Cambridge study tracked 2,000 students across 15 countries. “Notifications and multimedia distractions create fragmented learning，” explains Dr. Elena Vasquez. __9__ Another concern is critical thinking erosion. “Outsourcing thinking weakens analytical skills，” warns Dr. Vasquez. __10__ Educators now advocate a hybrid approach. Finland's pilot program replaced half of textbook lessons. Results showed a 22% improvement in problem-solving skills. __11__ UNESCO's framework emphasizes intentional design: relevance, teacher autonomy, and student agency. For example, a history class might use VR to explore historical sites but require reflective essays afterward. __12__ “Technology should amplify, not replace, human interaction，” concludes Dr. Vasquez. As schools navigate digitalization, one truth remains: effective education requires balance. __13__ By prioritizing pedagogy (教学法) over tools, educators can empower learners without compromising foundational skills. A．Such activities deepen understanding, not replace critical thinking. B．This model shows tech can enhance, not disrupt, traditional methods. C．Schools must limit screen time and integrate mindfulness training. D．However, over-reliance may hinder cognitive development. E．Curriculum reforms should emphasize metacognitive (元认知) strategies. F．Digital tools improve engagement but reduce lecture focus. G．Teachers need training to curate relevant digital resources. 语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讨论了数字学习工具对教育的影响，并探讨了如何在技术应用与传统教学方法之间取得平衡。 9．选F　根据上文“Notifications and multimedia distractions create fragmented learning”可知，数字学习工具会造成碎片化学习等问题，F选项进一步说明了数字工具带来的负面影响，符合语境。 10．选D　根据上文“Outsourcing thinking weakens analytical skills”可知，过度依赖数字工具会削弱分析能力，D选项进一步强调了过度依赖数字工具的危害，符合语境。 11．选B　根据上文“Finland's pilot program ... in problem-solving skills.”可知，芬兰试点项目通过结合数字工具和传统方法取得了好效果，B选项总结了该项目的意义，符合语境。 12．选A　根据上文“For example ... reflective essays afterward.”可知，历史课可以使用VR技术，但之后要求写反思性文章，A选项解释了这种做法的意义，符合语境。 13．选C　根据上文“As schools navigate digitalization, one truth remains: effective education requires balance.”可知，有效的教育需要平衡，C选项提出了实现平衡的具体措施，符合语境。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $