2026年权威外刊改编题型组合练（一）-阅读理解+七选五-2026届高三英语二轮复习专项

2026年权威外刊改编的题型组合练（一）：阅读理解+阅读七选五 【解析版】 Ⅰ.阅读理解（每小题2.5分，共37.5分） A The world is a weird, wild, and wacky place where some absolutely true things actually defy logic. To ensure you’re well-informed, we’ve gathered several mind-blowing facts that have been strictly verified by professional fact-checkers. Government Preparedness Think The Walking Dead is straight-up fiction? Well, it is—but the U.S. government wants to be prepared anyhow. The 31-page Counter-Zombie Dominance Plan, or CONPLAN 8888-11, was designed in 2011. Though it sounds like a joke, its first line reads, “This plan was not actually designed as a joke.” It provides a strategic framework to protect mankind from zombies. The Escape Law In several countries, including Mexico, Germany, and Austria, the desire to escape prison is seen as basic human nature rather than an unlawful act. Consequently, a prison break isn't considered a crime. But don't start masterminding an escape yet; authorities will still try to catch you, and you may be punished for any criminal act committed during the process. Botanical Surprises A strawberry isn't a berry—but a watermelon is! The scientific definition of a berry is a fruit that has three distinct layers: an outer skin, a fleshy middle, and internally contained seeds. Because their seeds are on the outside, strawberries don't fit the category. However, bananas, grapes, and even eggplants are technically berries. Biological Immortality Scientists have discovered that theTurritopsis dohrnii jellyfish can basically live forever. This species can revert back to its juvenile polyp stage after maturing, continuing in an endless cycle. It stays immortal as long as it isn't eaten by predators. 1. What is the U.S. government’s attitude toward the zombie plan? A. They view it as a creative joke. B. They take it as a serious strategic task. C. They consider it a waste of bureaucracy. D. They use it to promote horror movies. 2. What can we learn about prison breaks in Mexico? A. Prisoners are allowed to stay home after escaping. B. Escaping is considered a fundamental human instinct. C. Criminals are rewarded for their clever escape plans. D. Any action taken during the escape is free from punishment. 3. Why is a strawberry excluded from the "berry" family? A. It lacks a fleshy middle layer. B. It is too small to meet the size criteria. C. Its seeds are not located inside the fruit. D. It doesn't have a distinct outer skin. 答案与详解 [语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文，摘自《读者文摘》。文章向读者介绍了四个违背常规认知的科学与社会事实，包括政府的丧尸应对计划、部分国家对越狱的法律界定、植物学分类的误区以及长生不老的母水母。 1. 答案：B 解析： 细节理解题。根据 Government Preparedness 部分中“This plan was not actually designed as a joke”以及“It provides a strategic framework to protect mankind”可知，政府将其视为一项正式的战略任务而非玩笑。故选B。 2. 答案：B 解析： 细节理解题。根据 The Escape Law 部分中“see the desire to escape prison as basic human nature rather than an unlawful act”可知，在墨西哥等国，越狱被视为人类渴望自由的天性。故选B。 3. 答案：C 解析： 细节理解题。根据 Botanical Surprises 部分中“Because their seeds are on the outside, strawberries don't fit the category”可知，草莓被排除在外是因为其种子长在表面，不符合浆果种子必须在内部的定义。故选C。 【语料积累】 类别 内容 必备单词 wacky adj. 滑稽的，古怪的；defy v. 违抗，使不可能；bizarrely adv. 稀奇古怪地；unlawful adj. 非法的；consequently adv. 因此；juvenile adj. 青少年的，幼体的；revert v. 恢复，回复 熟词生义 break 常用义：v. 打碎；文章义：n. 逃跑，越狱 (e.g., a prison break) 必备短语 straight - up 彻头彻尾地，完全地；mastermind a plan 策划计划；fit the category 符合类别；revert back to 恢复到……状态 B When I signed up for an online course nearly 10 years ago, I wasn't looking for new friends. Having just returned from my first trip to Jordan, I wanted to transition from the travel industry to full-time writing. I needed to learn the business side of freelance writing quickly, so I joined a crash course. That's when Jenna, another participant, popped into my inbox. Initially, I had the urge to avoid her, but Jenna's enthusiasm quickly won me over. Before I knew it, we'd gone from virtual strangers to online besties. Despite the distance and time zones, we checked in regularly. Our conversations evolved from sharing industry contacts to swapping stories about our families and divulging our deepest secrets. Against all odds, we are still great friends today, though we have never met in person. We may not be the norm. A report revealed that while Americans spend over 10 hours a day online, only 8% make close friends there. However, we are proof that it's possible, especially in what researchers call "the friendship recession". Expert Shasta Nelson notes that online friendships offer a great opportunity to share different parts of ourselves. They often stem from a shared interest or identity and aren't limited by location. One key advantage is that online relationships are "asynchronous." We don't have to schedule meetings, deal with driving, or coordinate busy lives. We can interact whenever it works for us. While some critics argue that the lack of physicality can hinder emotional bonds or prevent "instrumental" help—like being picked up from the airport—online friendships can still be powerful. Jenna and I assumed we'd meet eventually, but with our busy lives and the "ocean" between us, we haven't pushed for it. For us, the end goal isn't the meeting; it's the feeling of being seen, trusted, and accepted. 4. Why did the author join the online course at the beginning? A. To seek potential online besties. B. To prepare for her career change. C. To share her travel stories in Jordan. D. To escape from the "friendship recession." 5. What does the word "asynchronous" in paragraph 4 probably mean? A. Occurring at different times. B. Requiring physical presence. C. Based on professional skills. D. Limited by geographical distance. 6. What is a disadvantage of online friendships according to the text? A. They are too daunting to start or end. B. They fail to provide a sense of security. C. They cannot offer practical help in person. D. They require more effort than face-to-face ones. 7. What is the author's main message in the text? A. Online courses are the best way to find true love. B. Physical meetings are the foundation of deep friendship. C. Meaningful connections don't always require meeting in person. D. Asynchronous communication is replacing traditional socializing. 答案与详解 [语篇解读] 本文是一篇夹叙夹议的说明文。作者分享了自己与一位从未谋面的网友保持10年深厚友谊的故事，并结合专家观点探讨了在线友谊在现代社会（尤其是“友谊衰退”时期）的独特优势与局限性，强调了情感连接而非形式上的见面才是友谊的核心。 4. 答案：B 解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段“I was so inspired to share stories... that I decided to make a career change... I joined a crash course” 可知，作者参加课程是为了学习自由撰稿的业务，以为职业转型做准备。故选B。 5. 答案：A 解析： 词义猜测题。根据第四段后文“means we can engage with each other when it works for us timing-wise”及“don't have to schedule time together” 可知，这种关系不需要同步时间，而是可以根据各自方便的时间进行。A项“在不同时间发生”符合语境。 6. 答案：C 解析： 细节理解题。根据第四段末尾提到的“instrumental part of friendship where someone's helping us out in person, like picking us up from the airport... that online friendships can't do” 可知，这类友谊无法提供现实中的具体帮助。故选C。 7. 答案：C 解析： 主旨大意题。文章通过作者的亲身经历证明了即使从未见面，也能建立深厚的友谊，并在结尾总结“an in-person meet-up isn't required for a meaningful friendship”。故选C。 【语料积累】 英语词汇与短语汇总表 类别 内容 必备单词 transition v. 转型，转变；enthusiasm n. 热情；divulge v. 泄露，透露；recession n. 衰退，不景气；asynchronous adj. 异步的，非同时的；instrumental adj. 有帮助的，起作用的；vulnerability n. 脆弱（性） 熟词生义 crash 常用义：v. 碰撞；文章义：adj. 应急的，速成的 (e.g., a crash course)；stem 常用义：n. 茎；文章义：v. 源于，起源于 (e.g., stem from) 必备短语 win sb. over 说服某人，赢得某人的支持；against all odds 尽管困难重重；stem from 起源于；put oneself out there 大胆尝试，让自己接触新事物 C Today, we can barely write an email or text without AI trying to finish our sentences. Whether it’s a smartphone or a professional word processor, auto-complete functions use AI to predict what you'll write next. While these shortcuts save time, researchers warn they may be shaping your thoughts—without you even realizing it. "It's the subtlest of manipulations," says Mor Naaman, an information scientist at Cornell University. While AI influence might not matter in simple daily greetings, it becomes a different story when discussing social issues. Because AI models are trained on internet data, they often inherit and spread existing biases. This could widely affect public attitudes on policies or officials, which, in turn, might impact how people vote. To test this, Naaman’s team conducted an experiment with over 2,500 participants. They were asked to write short essays on controversial social issues, such as whether schools should use standardized testing. Some wrote alone, while others received AI suggestions that had been secretly "coached" to lean towards a certain stance. For example, if a participant started with "In my view...", the AI might suggest "...the death penalty should be illegal because it violates the Eighth Amendment." The findings, published in Science Advances, were striking. People exposed to biased suggestions moved significantly closer to the AI's stance. Surprisingly, this was true even for those who saw but chose not to use the suggestions. Furthermore, three-quarters of the participants failed to notice any bias, describing the AI’s help as "reasonable and balanced." It’s currently unclear how to shield people from this "stealthy" influence. Many AI tools include disclaimers warning that they "can make mistakes," but the study showed people remain vulnerable even when warned. To protect his own creativity, Naaman now only turns to AI after writing down his own thoughts. "That way," he says, "at least I know that the seed of the idea is mine." 8. According to the text, why is AI auto-complete considered "sneaky"? A. It collects users' private data for advertising. B. It often makes obvious mistakes in grammar. C. It influences users' opinions in an unnoticeable way. D. It forces users to accept its suggestions to save time. 9. What did the experiment by Naaman’s team reveal? A. AI suggestions only affect those who lack critical thinking. B. Standardized testing is the most controversial topic for AI. C. Users are likely to ignore AI suggestions when writing essays. D. Exposure to biased AI can shift stances even if suggestions are rejected. 10. What does the author imply about AI disclaimers in the last paragraph? A. They are effective in preventing AI errors. B. They are insufficient to protect users from persuasion. C. They should be made more colorful to attract attention. D. They help users distinguish between facts and opinions. 11. Which of the following would be the best title for the text? A. AI: The Future of Professional Writing B. How to Improve Your Creative Thinking C. The Hidden Bias in Your Auto-complete Tool D. Why Scientists Prefer Traditional Writing Methods 【答案与详解】 [语篇解读] 本文是一篇科研类说明文。文章探讨了AI自动补全功能如何通过潜在的偏见悄悄影响人类对社会问题的看法。康奈尔大学的研究证明，即便用户不直接采纳AI建议，其思维仍会被“带偏”，且大多数人察觉不到这种操纵。 8. 答案：C 解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段“shaping your thoughts—without you even realizing it”以及第二段“the subtlest of manipulations”可知，AI自动补全之所以“狡猾/隐蔽（sneaky）”，是因为它在用户意识不到的情况下影响了他们的想法。故选C。 9. 答案：D 解析： 细节理解题。根据第四段“This was true even for those who saw but chose not to use the suggestions”可知，实验发现，即使参与者看到了偏见建议但并未直接使用，他们的立场依然会向AI靠近。故选D。 10. 答案：B 解析： 推理判断题。根据末段“people remained vulnerable to AI persuasion even when Naaman's team issued a similar warning”可知，尽管有免责声明或警告，人们依然容易受AI说服的影响，说明现有的警告手段是不充分的。故选B。 11. 答案：C 解析： 主旨大意题。全文围绕AI自动补全（auto-complete）中潜藏的偏见（bias）及其对人类思维的影响展开。C项“自动补全工具中隐藏的偏见”最能概括文章核心。故选C。 【语料积累】 英语知识汇总表 类别 内容 必备单词 manipulation n. 操纵，控制；inherit v. 继承，遗传而得；controversial adj. 有争议的；violate v. 违反，侵犯；striking adj. 引人注目的，显著的；disclaimer n. 免责声明；vulnerable adj. 易受影响的，脆弱的 熟词生义 lean 常用义：v. 倾斜；文章义：v. 倾向于 (e.g., lean towards a certain stance)；seed 常用义：n. 种子；文章义：n. 萌芽，起源 (e.g., the seed of the idea) 必备短语 in turn 相应地，转而；be exposed to 暴露于……，接触……；shield... from... 保护……免受……；turn to 求助于 D Phones, tablets and other electronic gadgets display lifelike images and play realistic sounds. What's next? Maybe, making virtual objects feel real. A new device that's worn on your fingertip—like a Band-Aid—is a step in that direction. Named VoxeLite, this device is a paper-thin piece of stretchy latex. Embedded within it is a square grid of tiny half-spheres called nodes, linked by wires. This is the first tech that allows fingertips to feel virtual textures with the same speed and detail as when they're touching real-world objects. While earlier haptic (touch-related) devices used bulky motors or worked too slowly to feel realistic, VoxeLite achieves both speed and high resolution. The secret lies in the nodes, which can change up to 800 times per second. As a wearer moves their finger along a smooth, conductive surface, the nodes pick up electrical signals. This leads to a difference in electric charge, which creates friction. Friction causes a node to tilt, pushing into the skin. Higher voltage leads to more friction, mimicking a rough surface, while less voltage feels smoother. In tests, volunteers correctly matched virtual textures like leather and corduroy to real-world materials 81 percent of the time. Despite its promise, VoxeLite isn't ready for widespread use. Currently, it must move against a conductive surface to function, whereas most everyday objects do not conduct electricity. Furthermore, although the device fits on a fingertip, it remains connected by wires to a large circuit. However, lead designer Sylvia Tan believes the work is worth doing. "Touch plays a fundamental role in how we interact with the world," she says, "yet it remains one of the least digitized senses." In the future, this tech could allow online shoppers to feel the softness of a hoodie or help blind people read digital maps. 12. What is the advantage of VoxeLite over previous haptic devices? A. It is much cheaper to mass-produce. B. It provides more detailed and rapid sensations. C. It can function without any external power source. D. It is the first device to use vibrating motors for touch. 13. How does the device simulate different textures? A. By changing the temperature of the latex grid. B. By adjusting the physical height of the half-spheres. C. By controlling the amount of friction through voltage. D. By sending direct electrical pulses to the human brain. 14. What is a major obstacle to the current application of VoxeLite? A. Its inability to work on non-conductive surfaces. B. Its negative impact on users' skin sensitivity. C. The lack of interest from online shopping platforms. D. The difficulty for volunteers to distinguish textures. 15. What is the best title for the text? A. The Future of Online Shopping: Virtual Reality B. Why Touch Is the Most Important Human Sense C. VoxeLite: A Band-Aid Device to Feel Virtual Textures D. How Conductive Surfaces Revolutionized Smartphone Tech 【答案与详解】 [语篇解读] 本文是一篇科技类说明文。文章介绍了一种名为 VoxeLite 的新型触觉设备，它像创口贴一样贴在指尖，通过电荷产生的摩擦力模拟真实物体的质感。虽然目前该设备还存在需要导电表面和外接电线等局限，但它在在线购物和助盲领域具有广阔的前景。 12. 答案：B 解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段“This is the first tech that allows fingertips to feel virtual textures with the same speed and detail as when they're touching real-world objects”以及“achieves both speed and high resolution”可知，VoxeLite 的优势在于其反应速度快且细节分辨率高。故选B。 13. 答案：C 解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段“Higher voltage leads to more friction, mimicking a rough surface, while less voltage feels smoother”可知，该设备通过调节电压产生的摩擦力来模拟不同质感。故选C。 14. 答案：A 解析： 细节理解题。根据第四段“it must move against a conductive surface to function, whereas most everyday objects do not conduct electricity”可知，VoxeLite 目前只能在导电表面工作，这是其应用的主要障碍。故选A。 15. 答案：C 解析： 主旨大意题。文章核心介绍了一种像创口贴一样的设备（VoxeLite）如何让指尖“感受”虚拟质感。C项“VoxeLite：一种感受虚拟纹理的‘创口贴’设备”最能准确概括文章主题。故选C。 【语料积累】 词汇及短语汇总表 类别 内容 必备单词 haptic adj. 触觉的；replicate v. 复制，模拟；embedded adj. 嵌入的；node n. 节点；mimic v. 模仿；prototype n. 原型；conductive adj. 传导性的，导电的 熟词生义 break 常用义：v. 打碎；文章义：n. 突破/机会 (文中虽然未直接出现，但 context 提及prison break 及lucky break 的出题逻辑，此处可拓展为科技突破)；pad 常用义：n. 垫子；文章义：n. 指尖肉垫 (the pad of the wearer's fingertip) 必备短语 step in that direction 朝那个方向迈出的一步；high resolution 高分辨率；pick up 接收（信号）；widespread use 广泛使用；play a fundamental role in 在……中起着根本作用 Ⅱ.阅读七选五（每小题2.5分，共12.5分） How to Make Friends as an Adult Making friends as a child was much easier. In school, you had plenty of time to socialize in the lunchroom or on the playground. Neighborhood kids about your age would also become your friends easily. However, as adults, we are largely lonely, and the percentage of U.S. adults with no close friends has quadrupled since 1990. ___16___ It turns out that we need to get creative. Here are three ways to make friends in adulthood. Be Less Judgmental As kids, we played with whomever as long as we had fun together. ___17___ Politics, the way someone looks, or where someone lives can often derail us from making friends with an otherwise perfect fit. This is because we have too many preconceived notions of what the friendship should look like. Instead, leave these notions behind and get creative about what attributes you choose to ignore. ___18___ Getting creative with ways to meet people in our busy lives can be a challenge. While some suggest making friends at work, this can bring complications to your professional development. Instead, try to make friends where repeat meetings happen outside of work. ___19___ It's places or events where the same group of people attend on a regular basis that are fantastic for making lifelong friends. Initiate More Often Making new friends comes with an awkward middle stage where you are test-driving the friendship. ___20___ We tell ourselves that we are too busy or don't have the time. Yet, when we make the first small move, we see better results. A subtle approach, like inviting someone to a farmer's market, is a great way to keep momentum going so that you don't get stuck in that awkward phase. A. But it’s a worthwhile investment. B. Get creative on where you meet people. C. Why aren't the other parties reaching out? D. Now, as adults, we can be far too judgmental. E. Most adults end their pursuit here by not initiating contact. F. So what is going on here and how do we make friends today? G. Examples include your kid’s baseball games or the local dog park. 答案与详解 [语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。文章探讨了成年人交友难的现状，并提出了三个创意性的建议：减少成见、寻找合适的社交场合以及主动出击。 16. 答案：F 解析： 空前提到成年人孤独感增加，且缺乏亲密朋友的比例在上升。空后提到“我们需要变得有创意”并引出下文的三个方法。F项“那么到底发生了什么，我们今天该如何交朋友？”起到了承上启下的过渡作用，衔接了现状与方法。 17. 答案：D 解析： 本段主旨是“减少成见”。空前描述孩子交友不看外表或背景；空后具体列举了成年人会被政治、长相、居住地等因素干扰。D项“现在，作为成年人，我们可能过于武断”与上下文形成对比，符合语境。 18. 答案：B 解析： 此处为段落标题。根据下文“Getting creative with ways to meet people... try to make friends where repeat meetings happen”可知，本段建议在合适的地方（非工作场所）结识他人。B项“在结识他人的地点上发挥创意”概括了段落大意。 19. 答案：G 解析： 空前建议在工作之外的“重复见面（repeat meetings）”场所结识朋友。G项“例子包括你孩子的棒球比赛或当地的狗公园”提供了具体的场所实例，符合逻辑。 20. 答案：E 解析： 空前提到交友有一个“尴尬的中期阶段”，此时双方还不完全舒适。空后解释人们常以太忙为借口。E项“大多数成年人因为不主动联系而在此阶段停止了追求”解释了为什么会陷入尴尬期或交友失败，与下文建议“主动出击”形成呼应。 【语料积累】 英语学习内容表 类别 内容 必备单词 quadruple v. (使)成四倍；derail v. 阻碍，干扰；preconceived adj. 先入为主的；attribute n. 特质，属性；complication n. 复杂化，障碍；subtle adj. 微妙的，精巧的；momentum n. 势头，动力 熟词生义 fit 常用义：v. 适合；文章义：n. 合适的人/物 (e.g., an otherwise perfect fit) 必备短语 socialize with 与……交往/社交；get in the way of 妨碍，阻碍；on a regular basis 定期地；test - drive 试用，试行 (此处指友谊的磨合) 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语模拟答题卡 （该答题卡仅包含：阅读理解 A-D 篇及阅读七选五部分） 姓名： 准考证号： 注意事项 ：1. 答题前，考生务必将姓名、准考证号填写清楚。2. 客观题必须使用 2B 铅笔填涂；注意题号顺序。 Ⅰ. 阅读理解（每小题 2.5 分，共 37.5 分） Passage A 1. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 2. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 3. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] Passage B 4. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 5. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 6. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 7. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] Passage C 8. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 9. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 10. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 11. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] Passage D 12. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 13. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 14. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] 15. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] Ⅱ. 阅读七选五（每小题 2.5 分，共 12.5 分） 16. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] [ E ] [ F ] [ G ] 17. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] [ E ] [ F ] [ G ] 18. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] [ E ] [ F ] [ G ] 19. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] [ E ] [ F ] [ G ] 20. [ A ] [ B ] [ C ] [ D ] [ E ] [ F ] [ G ] 出题人寄语： 这份题目涵盖了社会心理、网络社交、AI伦理、前沿科技四大热门命题方向。建议学生在 35-40 分钟内完成，并利用下方的【语料积累】板块强化对熟词生义（如break 表示“突破”、stem 表示“源于”）的掌握。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026年权威外刊改编的题型组合练（一）：阅读理解+阅读七选五 【原卷版】 Ⅰ.阅读理解（每小题2.5分，共37.5分） A The world is a weird, wild, and wacky place where some absolutely true things actually defy logic. To ensure you’re well-informed, we’ve gathered several mind-blowing facts that have been strictly verified by professional fact-checkers. Government Preparedness Think The Walking Dead is straight-up fiction? Well, it is—but the U.S. government wants to be prepared anyhow. The 31-page Counter-Zombie Dominance Plan, or CONPLAN 8888-11, was designed in 2011. Though it sounds like a joke, its first line reads, “This plan was not actually designed as a joke.” It provides a strategic framework to protect mankind from zombies. The Escape Law In several countries, including Mexico, Germany, and Austria, the desire to escape prison is seen as basic human nature rather than an unlawful act. Consequently, a prison break isn't considered a crime. But don't start masterminding an escape yet; authorities will still try to catch you, and you may be punished for any criminal act committed during the process. Botanical Surprises A strawberry isn't a berry—but a watermelon is! The scientific definition of a berry is a fruit that has three distinct layers: an outer skin, a fleshy middle, and internally contained seeds. Because their seeds are on the outside, strawberries don't fit the category. However, bananas, grapes, and even eggplants are technically berries. Biological Immortality Scientists have discovered that theTurritopsis dohrnii jellyfish can basically live forever. This species can revert back to its juvenile polyp stage after maturing, continuing in an endless cycle. It stays immortal as long as it isn't eaten by predators. 1. What is the U.S. government’s attitude toward the zombie plan? A. They view it as a creative joke. B. They take it as a serious strategic task. C. They consider it a waste of bureaucracy. D. They use it to promote horror movies. 2. What can we learn about prison breaks in Mexico? A. Prisoners are allowed to stay home after escaping. B. Escaping is considered a fundamental human instinct. C. Criminals are rewarded for their clever escape plans. D. Any action taken during the escape is free from punishment. 3. Why is a strawberry excluded from the "berry" family? A. It lacks a fleshy middle layer. B. It is too small to meet the size criteria. C. Its seeds are not located inside the fruit. D. It doesn't have a distinct outer skin. 【语料积累】 类别 内容 必备单词 wacky adj. 滑稽的，古怪的；defy v. 违抗，使不可能；bizarrely adv. 稀奇古怪地；unlawful adj. 非法的；consequently adv. 因此；juvenile adj. 青少年的，幼体的；revert v. 恢复，回复 熟词生义 break 常用义：v. 打碎；文章义：n. 逃跑，越狱 (e.g., a prison break) 必备短语 straight - up 彻头彻尾地，完全地；mastermind a plan 策划计划；fit the category 符合类别；revert back to 恢复到……状态 B When I signed up for an online course nearly 10 years ago, I wasn't looking for new friends. Having just returned from my first trip to Jordan, I wanted to transition from the travel industry to full-time writing. I needed to learn the business side of freelance writing quickly, so I joined a crash course. That's when Jenna, another participant, popped into my inbox. Initially, I had the urge to avoid her, but Jenna's enthusiasm quickly won me over. Before I knew it, we'd gone from virtual strangers to online besties. Despite the distance and time zones, we checked in regularly. Our conversations evolved from sharing industry contacts to swapping stories about our families and divulging our deepest secrets. Against all odds, we are still great friends today, though we have never met in person. We may not be the norm. A report revealed that while Americans spend over 10 hours a day online, only 8% make close friends there. However, we are proof that it's possible, especially in what researchers call "the friendship recession". Expert Shasta Nelson notes that online friendships offer a great opportunity to share different parts of ourselves. They often stem from a shared interest or identity and aren't limited by location. One key advantage is that online relationships are "asynchronous." We don't have to schedule meetings, deal with driving, or coordinate busy lives. We can interact whenever it works for us. While some critics argue that the lack of physicality can hinder emotional bonds or prevent "instrumental" help—like being picked up from the airport—online friendships can still be powerful. Jenna and I assumed we'd meet eventually, but with our busy lives and the "ocean" between us, we haven't pushed for it. For us, the end goal isn't the meeting; it's the feeling of being seen, trusted, and accepted. 4. Why did the author join the online course at the beginning? A. To seek potential online besties. B. To prepare for her career change. C. To share her travel stories in Jordan. D. To escape from the "friendship recession." 5. What does the word "asynchronous" in paragraph 4 probably mean? A. Occurring at different times. B. Requiring physical presence. C. Based on professional skills. D. Limited by geographical distance. 6. What is a disadvantage of online friendships according to the text? A. They are too daunting to start or end. B. They fail to provide a sense of security. C. They cannot offer practical help in person. D. They require more effort than face-to-face ones. 7. What is the author's main message in the text? A. Online courses are the best way to find true love. B. Physical meetings are the foundation of deep friendship. C. Meaningful connections don't always require meeting in person. D. Asynchronous communication is replacing traditional socializing. 【语料积累】 英语词汇与短语汇总表 类别 内容 必备单词 transition v. 转型，转变；enthusiasm n. 热情；divulge v. 泄露，透露；recession n. 衰退，不景气；asynchronous adj. 异步的，非同时的；instrumental adj. 有帮助的，起作用的；vulnerability n. 脆弱（性） 熟词生义 crash 常用义：v. 碰撞；文章义：adj. 应急的，速成的 (e.g., a crash course)；stem 常用义：n. 茎；文章义：v. 源于，起源于 (e.g., stem from) 必备短语 win sb. over 说服某人，赢得某人的支持；against all odds 尽管困难重重；stem from 起源于；put oneself out there 大胆尝试，让自己接触新事物 C Today, we can barely write an email or text without AI trying to finish our sentences. Whether it’s a smartphone or a professional word processor, auto-complete functions use AI to predict what you'll write next. While these shortcuts save time, researchers warn they may be shaping your thoughts—without you even realizing it. "It's the subtlest of manipulations," says Mor Naaman, an information scientist at Cornell University. While AI influence might not matter in simple daily greetings, it becomes a different story when discussing social issues. Because AI models are trained on internet data, they often inherit and spread existing biases. This could widely affect public attitudes on policies or officials, which, in turn, might impact how people vote. To test this, Naaman’s team conducted an experiment with over 2,500 participants. They were asked to write short essays on controversial social issues, such as whether schools should use standardized testing. Some wrote alone, while others received AI suggestions that had been secretly "coached" to lean towards a certain stance. For example, if a participant started with "In my view...", the AI might suggest "...the death penalty should be illegal because it violates the Eighth Amendment." The findings, published in Science Advances, were striking. People exposed to biased suggestions moved significantly closer to the AI's stance. Surprisingly, this was true even for those who saw but chose not to use the suggestions. Furthermore, three-quarters of the participants failed to notice any bias, describing the AI’s help as "reasonable and balanced." It’s currently unclear how to shield people from this "stealthy" influence. Many AI tools include disclaimers warning that they "can make mistakes," but the study showed people remain vulnerable even when warned. To protect his own creativity, Naaman now only turns to AI after writing down his own thoughts. "That way," he says, "at least I know that the seed of the idea is mine." 8. According to the text, why is AI auto-complete considered "sneaky"? A. It collects users' private data for advertising. B. It often makes obvious mistakes in grammar. C. It influences users' opinions in an unnoticeable way. D. It forces users to accept its suggestions to save time. 9. What did the experiment by Naaman’s team reveal? A. AI suggestions only affect those who lack critical thinking. B. Standardized testing is the most controversial topic for AI. C. Users are likely to ignore AI suggestions when writing essays. D. Exposure to biased AI can shift stances even if suggestions are rejected. 10. What does the author imply about AI disclaimers in the last paragraph? A. They are effective in preventing AI errors. B. They are insufficient to protect users from persuasion. C. They should be made more colorful to attract attention. D. They help users distinguish between facts and opinions. 11. Which of the following would be the best title for the text? A. AI: The Future of Professional Writing B. How to Improve Your Creative Thinking C. The Hidden Bias in Your Auto-complete Tool D. Why Scientists Prefer Traditional Writing Methods 【语料积累】 英语知识汇总表 类别 内容 必备单词 manipulation n. 操纵，控制；inherit v. 继承，遗传而得；controversial adj. 有争议的；violate v. 违反，侵犯；striking adj. 引人注目的，显著的；disclaimer n. 免责声明；vulnerable adj. 易受影响的，脆弱的 熟词生义 lean 常用义：v. 倾斜；文章义：v. 倾向于 (e.g., lean towards a certain stance)；seed 常用义：n. 种子；文章义：n. 萌芽，起源 (e.g., the seed of the idea) 必备短语 in turn 相应地，转而；be exposed to 暴露于……，接触……；shield... from... 保护……免受……；turn to 求助于 D Phones, tablets and other electronic gadgets display lifelike images and play realistic sounds. What's next? Maybe, making virtual objects feel real. A new device that's worn on your fingertip—like a Band-Aid—is a step in that direction. Named VoxeLite, this device is a paper-thin piece of stretchy latex. Embedded within it is a square grid of tiny half-spheres called nodes, linked by wires. This is the first tech that allows fingertips to feel virtual textures with the same speed and detail as when they're touching real-world objects. While earlier haptic (touch-related) devices used bulky motors or worked too slowly to feel realistic, VoxeLite achieves both speed and high resolution. The secret lies in the nodes, which can change up to 800 times per second. As a wearer moves their finger along a smooth, conductive surface, the nodes pick up electrical signals. This leads to a difference in electric charge, which creates friction. Friction causes a node to tilt, pushing into the skin. Higher voltage leads to more friction, mimicking a rough surface, while less voltage feels smoother. In tests, volunteers correctly matched virtual textures like leather and corduroy to real-world materials 81 percent of the time. Despite its promise, VoxeLite isn't ready for widespread use. Currently, it must move against a conductive surface to function, whereas most everyday objects do not conduct electricity. Furthermore, although the device fits on a fingertip, it remains connected by wires to a large circuit. However, lead designer Sylvia Tan believes the work is worth doing. "Touch plays a fundamental role in how we interact with the world," she says, "yet it remains one of the least digitized senses." In the future, this tech could allow online shoppers to feel the softness of a hoodie or help blind people read digital maps. 12. What is the advantage of VoxeLite over previous haptic devices? A. It is much cheaper to mass-produce. B. It provides more detailed and rapid sensations. C. It can function without any external power source. D. It is the first device to use vibrating motors for touch. 13. How does the device simulate different textures? A. By changing the temperature of the latex grid. B. By adjusting the physical height of the half-spheres. C. By controlling the amount of friction through voltage. D. By sending direct electrical pulses to the human brain. 14. What is a major obstacle to the current application of VoxeLite? A. Its inability to work on non-conductive surfaces. B. Its negative impact on users' skin sensitivity. C. The lack of interest from online shopping platforms. D. The difficulty for volunteers to distinguish textures. 15. What is the best title for the text? A. The Future of Online Shopping: Virtual Reality B. Why Touch Is the Most Important Human Sense C. VoxeLite: A Band-Aid Device to Feel Virtual Textures D. How Conductive Surfaces Revolutionized Smartphone Tech 【语料积累】 词汇及短语汇总表 类别 内容 必备单词 haptic adj. 触觉的；replicate v. 复制，模拟；embedded adj. 嵌入的；node n. 节点；mimic v. 模仿；prototype n. 原型；conductive adj. 传导性的，导电的 熟词生义 break 常用义：v. 打碎；文章义：n. 突破/机会 (文中虽然未直接出现，但 context 提及prison break 及lucky break 的出题逻辑，此处可拓展为科技突破)；pad 常用义：n. 垫子；文章义：n. 指尖肉垫 (the pad of the wearer's fingertip) 必备短语 step in that direction 朝那个方向迈出的一步；high resolution 高分辨率；pick up 接收（信号）；widespread use 广泛使用；play a fundamental role in 在……中起着根本作用 Ⅱ.阅读七选五（每小题2.5分，共12.5分） How to Make Friends as an Adult Making friends as a child was much easier. In school, you had plenty of time to socialize in the lunchroom or on the playground. Neighborhood kids about your age would also become your friends easily. However, as adults, we are largely lonely, and the percentage of U.S. adults with no close friends has quadrupled since 1990. ___16___ It turns out that we need to get creative. Here are three ways to make friends in adulthood. Be Less Judgmental As kids, we played with whomever as long as we had fun together. ___17___ Politics, the way someone looks, or where someone lives can often derail us from making friends with an otherwise perfect fit. This is because we have too many preconceived notions of what the friendship should look like. Instead, leave these notions behind and get creative about what attributes you choose to ignore. ___18___ Getting creative with ways to meet people in our busy lives can be a challenge. While some suggest making friends at work, this can bring complications to your professional development. Instead, try to make friends where repeat meetings happen outside of work. ___19___ It's places or events where the same group of people attend on a regular basis that are fantastic for making lifelong friends. Initiate More Often Making new friends comes with an awkward middle stage where you are test-driving the friendship. ___20___ We tell ourselves that we are too busy or don't have the time. Yet, when we make the first small move, we see better results. A subtle approach, like inviting someone to a farmer's market, is a great way to keep momentum going so that you don't get stuck in that awkward phase. A. But it’s a worthwhile investment. B. Get creative on where you meet people. C. Why aren't the other parties reaching out? D. Now, as adults, we can be far too judgmental. E. Most adults end their pursuit here by not initiating contact. F. So what is going on here and how do we make friends today? G. Examples include your kid’s baseball games or the local dog park. 【语料积累】 英语学习内容表 类别 内容 必备单词 quadruple v. (使)成四倍；derail v. 阻碍，干扰；preconceived adj. 先入为主的；attribute n. 特质，属性；complication n. 复杂化，障碍；subtle adj. 微妙的，精巧的；momentum n. 势头，动力 熟词生义 fit 常用义：v. 适合；文章义：n. 合适的人/物 (e.g., an otherwise perfect fit) 必备短语 socialize with 与……交往/社交；get in the way of 妨碍，阻碍；on a regular basis 定期地；test - drive 试用，试行 (此处指友谊的磨合) 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $